Week/y highlights Softball soon to set college records By Kllrstln Bates Sports Edltor Track and tleld During last weekend‘s invitational at Eau Claire. Roba Bari won in the 1,500 and5.000metermces.brealdngaschool record in the 5.000 meter. Rebekah Ormsby also broke two records for her secod... Show moreWeek/y highlights Softball soon to set college records By Kllrstln Bates Sports Edltor Track and tleld During last weekend‘s invitational at Eau Claire. Roba Bari won in the 1,500 and5.000metermces.brealdngaschool record in the 5.000 meter. Rebekah Ormsby also broke two records for her secod-place finish in the 3.000 meter and her third-place finish in the 5,000 meter. Orrnsby excelled in spiteof the stiffcompetition fromNorth Dakota State University at that meet. Softball Records soon will fall as the women of the softball team continue their supe» n'or performances, Freshman Tanya Larson currently holds a .571 batting average in the conference and a .490 overall. Robyn Hesser also has a .571 in the conference and a .323 overall. Pitcher Kristi Ockuly. with an ERA of 1.64. holds the second-place slot in career RBIs with a total of 73, She likely will take the firstvplacc slot. as she only needs 13 more to break the school record. Ockuly also holds third place in total bases with 151. Junior Jenny Bauer holds the second- place record for stolen bases with 25. Bauer needs only three more to break the record. Pitcher Heather Hanson. with a 5‘2 win/loss record. needs just four more games pitched in her career to set a new Augsburg record Men’s golt After a good fall season. the team is looking toward nationals this year. The Gustavus tourney this weekend proves to be a decisive one for the team. who lost the conference to Gustavus last year. Playing in the dome all winterhas honed the players' skills forthe compe< tition. Softball: 1-1 in MIAC‘. 8-8 overall Baseball: 1-3 in MIAC; 3-12 overall Men’s tennis: 0-3 overall Women‘s tennis: 0-3 overall Frlday, Aprll 14 Men's golf tourney at Gustavus Saturday, Aprll 15 Men‘s golf tourney Baseball @ Hamline.double header at Parade Stadium. 1 pm. Women‘s track and field. U of M Invite Men's track and field. St. Thomas Invite Tuesday. April 18 Softball @ Carleton. 4 pm. Men‘s tennis against Macalester. 3:30 pm. Wednesday. April 19 Baseball (5 St. Mary's. double header, 2:30 pm. Women's tennis @ Hamline. 3:30 pm. Thursday, Aprll 20 Softball @ St. Benedict. 4 p.m. Women's tennis against St. Thomas, 3:30 pm. Friday, April 21 Men‘s golf @ Millikan College. Decatur. Ill. Women‘s golf®Waseca Lakeside Country Club. Mankato State Tour- ney Saturday. Aprll 22 Women‘s golf tourney continues Men's golf tourney continues Men‘s tennis against St. Mary's. ll a.m. Women's tennis against St. Mary's. 2 pm. Softball against St. Thomas. Parcnts' Day. 1 pm. Baseball against St. Scholastica. double header @ Hinckley. 1 pm. Upcoming events Women‘s track and field. St. Olaf Invite Men's track and field. Carleton Invite Sunday, Aprll 23 Softball @ Concordia Moorhead. 12 pm. Women‘stennisagainstGustavus, 1 pm, Monday, April 24 Softball against Gustavus @ 5 pm. Tuesday, April 25 Baseball @ St. John's. double header. 2:30 pm. Women‘stennis @ St. Catherine's. 3:30 pm. Men's tennis @ Bethel. 3 pm. Wednesday, April 26 Softball @ St. Catherine‘s. 4 pm. Men's track and field. Macalester Invite descrip: 6414568. Classified ads OFFICE MANAGER For nonprofit child abuse prevention agenc). Great resume- huilder for ‘95 grads! Min quals: superior typing, phone, organi- Iationul. supervisory skills. Must he detail-oriented. self-moti- vated. able to work independently. Demonstrated office experi- ence/lnooledgc ofchild abuse issues preferred. FT S7/hr. start + mileage. some benefits. Own vehicle required. Resume/letter by 4/28 to Program Director. 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However. she also noted that it is very uncommon to see so few candidates for the class representative offices. There are still a total of twelve vacan- cies on next year’s Student Senate. There is one vacancy in the position of junior class representative. and eleven of the twelve WEC seats remain empty. Lisowski said, I'Senate will try to fill these seats next fall along with the freshmen elections." The results of the elections are as fol- lows. Steve johnson was voted WEC president. The senior class president is Chuck Stephan. The senior class rep— resentatives are Brad Hadraba. Holly Kolander and Carl Peterson. The jun- Letter viewofafmthatiswhatappearstobethe objectofarnatch. Iknowthcreisalot moretoitthanthaLandIsupposethatthe phrase could be construed as some form ofinsuILandfortharperhapstheeditor could apologize. The truth ofthe matter isthatnodtinginthecontextofthat editorial suggests anything but admira- tion for wrestlers. IamverypleasedthatMr.Schroedcrcan agree that lack of recognition for other Auggiesisaproblem. ljustwishthathe could have seat that he and the editor were onthe some side of this issue. Ifyou don‘t believe me.just reread the editorial. The Echo office still has several copies of that infamous issue. Asfoer.Pltarrr.heneedstogmwupand learn how to become 21 learn player. "Scream of perseverance. hollers of pain?" Mr. Pharn. have you ever listened for the screaming and hollering in Si Melbywhenthewomen'sbasketballtwn was training. or how about the men's football team? Obviously, Icould go on. All Augsburg athletes train hard and deserve just as much respect as our wrestling team mrwmnesewahéemsmmmm theirtravelplansWe have FULLamPARTTIME-REGULAHmdSUMMEipcs'mnsavahbb. BESERVA "OMS SALES REPRESENTA mars Ourpaidz-weektrairingdassesbeg‘ninltpri. MayfiJme. teleptuiemamemreyboanhgskhctasmmdadesiebsel. gemapotB'a‘pamM-Ffimmammmzmmmm esources .7700FranceAveS..wls.MN55485.Eq.alOpporuiyErruoyer rroerfivaprogarnAveragewag 23M.Scmeeamashig\a$11lhr. Contlnuod from p. 1 iorclass, idaz Besirevic.1'he junior class representatives are Stacey Mathson and Tonia Tuchscherer. The 3 class , ' is Scott Kirkpatrick. The sophomore class rep- resentatives are Phil Ber-gun. Lindsay Lohmann and Larye Pohlrnan. According to a new Senate election guideline a minimum of four votes is necessary to be considered write-in candidate. Underdresemlidclincsthere were only three write-in candidates. The presidential/vice presidentialtearn of Jason Christians and Joe Sunde re~ ceived five votes. andOJ. Sirnpsondid fairly well in several races. The most active voters represent next years“ sophomore class. They cast sev- enty six ballots. They were followed closely by the junior class with sixty nine ballots cast. The senior class cast fifiy three ballots. and Weekend Col- lege students cast only six ballots. Contlnued from p. 2 Asforyotn'statementsregardrng' theate- cessofdnseodnrprogrmnestatcmts like. "true. many other athletes in my odmsportshavethesanndrm. The difference is that while they continue to drain. the on the wrestling team stay awake and pursue them,‘ Ind "but that is no reason to criticize the [wrmhngprogiamftxdrelackofotha program'sniccess(Sic).' Idcubtthatthis issouxxhingthatcoachSwursmisteadr- ing you. Thetruetestofanyaflrlete.ofanyindi- vidual.cunesfromwithin. AllAuggies who strive for excellence should receive some formofrecognitionastheyrealize theirgoalsandthcirfull potential. Itmay notbeananonaltitle.birtalotstudcrttsorr thiscampttsworkhardtomakeAugstxng a betterplace—onethat is recognized for excellence in academics. athletics and community service. All the Echo edito- rialaskedisthatallofsmdentson'team Augsburg“ receive the recognition they rightfullydeserve. 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Service program plans for community clean-up Communi. service leaders wz I attend national conference By Rob Voedisch Co-Editor-In-Chief On the morning of the Spring Affair Augsburg students will be given an opportunity to attend an altogether different type of event. The Link and the Community... Show moreService program plans for community clean-up Communi. service leaders wz I attend national conference By Rob Voedisch Co-Editor-In-Chief On the morning of the Spring Affair Augsburg students will be given an opportunity to attend an altogether different type of event. The Link and the Community Service Office's co- sponsored Spring Clean-up will be held on April 23 from 9:30 arm. to l2:30 p.m. When asked why students should be part of the clean-up, Link member Betsy Carlson said, “If we are going to get involved with the community. I personally would ratherdo dirty work than stuff envelopes...lt seems like people are pretty wrapped up in stuff on campus, and this gives them a '1 hope to bring back enough skills to strengthen Augsburg’s community service program.’ “The clean-up is to give students the chance to get involved in the commu- nity and so they can sort of feel like spring is coming," said Link Com- missioner Theresa Hoar. -Cal'Ol KowalSki According to Hoar. the participating chance to actually do something" students will bc‘matmmmg,s:;- - ,.. , -- possible sites where they will aid in .-—-; —, The Link and the Community Service Service in Boston from April l4—l7. spring cleaning. The sites. which are all in the West Bank area. include a homeless shelter and the Heart of the Beast Theater where students will help build floats for a May Day Pa- rade. Office have already confirmed five of the sites and are planning on two more. Students will be able to sign up for the clean—up on April I l and April 20 in the Christensen Center. Prior to the clean-up, Augsburg will ‘ Teresa Hoar, Link commissioner. is among three students who will be attending the Tenth National Conference On Student Community Photo by Erica Bentley celebrate the Community Service Rec- ognition Week. According to the Stu- dent Coordinator of the Augsburg Com- munityTutoringprogramCarolKowalski, the week‘s purpose will be to “simply recognize those students. faculty and staff who have participated in community ser- Vice." All that week, the chapel speakers will be individuals who have contributed to com- munity service. The Community Service Office will sponsora “coffeehouse” in the quad on the afternoon oprril 20. Hoar, Carlson. Kowalski and Mary Laurel True, coordinator of the Community Ser- vice and Learning Program, will also at- tend the Tenth National Conference On Student Community Service in Boston from April l4-l7. "I hope to bring back enough skills to strengthen Augsburg's community ser- vice program," said Kowalski. “Hope- fully I ‘ ll then be able to convince everyone to do their pan." Scholars present papers for National Library Week By Sarah Jamkowski Co-Editor—in-Chief Ten scholars will present their recent publications or conference papers to the collegeduring the National Library Week. The informal event will be held in the library lounge on April 20 from I I am. to 3:30 pm. The areas researched include many dif- ferent academicdisciplines suchasphys- ics. accounting and social work. The scholars include nine faculty and a Masters of social work graduate. What' Inside... The scholars will give a 20-minute pre- sentation followed by a question/answer session. The National Library Week started in l958 as a way to put a national focus on libraries. Orlette Tatley, reserves and in- ter—library loan coordinator, and Boyd Koehler, circulation and bibliographic instructor, are coordinators for the event. Tatley said that the event informs people that the library is there to serve and not only for students. but for the neighbor» hood as well. According to Koehlerchanges have been ‘The suicidal artist is perhaps one of the best measurments of time ever de— Vised’ page 2 made since last year‘s event. “Last year we were accidentally oriented toward more humanities and social sci« ences. This year we worked to include more natural sciences and business, de- pending on general audience appeal," said Kochler. Copies of the scholars‘ works will be on display in the library lobby during and after National Library Week. Refreshments will be served. Everyone is welcome to attend. Nine Inch Nails Review R G ' ‘14,1994 0 . Senior class wants to ‘open door in ‘94’ By Kerri J. Knutson Staff Writer The class of ‘94 is encouraged to participate in the Senior Class Gift Program April 8-24. This year’s theme, “Opening the Door in ‘94," represents the oppor- tunities received by future Auggies through the generosity of the senior class. These opportunities of improved resources include up- dating library materials and computers, ensuring exceptional faculty and establishing financial support for students. This is the second year of the Senior Class Gift Program. and its volunteer committee hopes to have as much success as last year. The committee consists ofthree co-chairs (two Day School and one WEC), one secretary/ treasurer, two publicity co-chairs, eight division lead- ers, and 25 team captains. Each team captain is assigned to personally contact 10 seniors for a $25 pledge to be paid by May 3 l, 1995. Their goal is to raise $2,500; however. the financial aspect is not the most important factor. “Our goal is education about philanthropy," said Kay Helmken, assistant director of the Augsburg Fund. “Money is simply a by- product of that education process." There are two matching gift programs. Dean Sundquist. a 1981 graduate. will match the first $|,000 to every one dollar. Rodney Burwell, chair of Augsburg’s Board of Regents, will equally match those gifts received before May 3] of this year. Burwell will match two dollars to every one dollar for new gifts. All participating seniors will receive a key chain, and their names will appear in the commencement program. Team contacts will be in touch and information will be circulating so seniors are advised to watch for brochures in their PO. boxes. A senior class gift table will be located in the Christensen Center and all seniors are encouraged to stop by. For additional information contact co-chairs Julie Severson (x4914), Jennifer Johs (x8127), or WEC co— chair Stonna Goodwin (934-0787). Crime beat By Sarah J amkowski Co-Editor-in-Chief An Augsburg security officer helped the Minneapolis police department in an arrest on March 30. The suspect was arrested for theft from auto. The vehicle was located in the Anderson parking lot. Recommendations were given by Augsburg security to purchase an anti- theft device and to keep vehicle doors locked. A non-Augsburg female student was confronted by a male in his early 20's while walking alone. The victim was forced at knifepoint into a van and was sexually assaulted. The suspect is described as having a dark complexion and a gap between his front teeth. The incident took place on March 27 at 5 pm. on 26th Avenue and 6th Street. An Augsburg security warning described the van as white and rusty, with dents, and windows in the back doors. The security department encourages students use the “buddy system" or the escort service. Movie Review Baseball off to slow start “Naked Gun 33 1/3” was indeed ‘The Final In— sult’ page 3 Show less
April 14, I 994 Opinion 0f shoes, ships and sealing wax Readers gobble, digest knowledge Joan Griffin Faculty Columnist Reading. claimed St. Ephraim. is a form of fasting. For St. Ephraim, a theologian of the fourth century Syrian church, study may well have been a form of spiritual discipline. My... Show moreApril 14, I 994 Opinion 0f shoes, ships and sealing wax Readers gobble, digest knowledge Joan Griffin Faculty Columnist Reading. claimed St. Ephraim. is a form of fasting. For St. Ephraim, a theologian of the fourth century Syrian church, study may well have been a form of spiritual discipline. My experience, however. has been different. If anything, reading is a form of vicarious eating. I was reminded of St. Ephraim‘s remark one afternoon during spring break when I had the time for leisurely cooking. For over an hour I browsed through my cookbook collection, lingering over Diana Kennedy‘s description of tortilla making and John Thome‘s essay on macaroni and cheese, and trying to discover some use for the bottle of fish sauce that's been lurking in the kitchen cabinet for over a year. By the time I was finished, the afternoon was too, and I ended up making a hasty salmon casserole for supper. Later. when I started to feel guilty about wasting my afternoon reading cookbooks instead of my students‘ Shakespeare papers. I remembered food writer Barbara Kafka‘s February Gourmet column. Kafka complains that her craft is a victim of an “intellectual snobbery that dictates that a book read by only ten people must of necessity be more signif— cant, finer, than one read by hundreds of thousands." Why, she wonders, are recipe writers so often “deemed less important than scholarly" (or other ‘serious‘) writers?" I‘m not so sure that's altogether true. For instance, I remember Dan Sheerin, Notre Dame Latinist, concluding a paper about “Aspects of Saints in Church Dedications" with a quotation from Irma Rombaur‘s classic Joy of Cooking: “Someone has observed that a pig resembles a saint in that he is more honored after death than during his lifetime." And it has often seemed to me that fiction writers frequently are frustrated cookbook authors. Nathaniel Hawthorne, for instance, is a first-rate stylist when he’s talking about sin and guilt. But let him invite his readers to breakfast at the House of the Seven Gables, and his prose gets absolutely purple. On this particular occasion, “the vapor of the fish arose like incense from the shrine of a barbarian idol, while the fragrance of the Mocha might have gratified the nostrils of a tutelary Iar.“ And the Indian cakes “were the sweetest offering of all—in their hue befitting the rustic altars of the innocent and golden age—or, so brightly yellow were they, resembling some of the bread which changed to glistening gold when Midas tried to eat it.“ And then there's the butter, “smelling of clover blossoms, and diffusing the charm of pastoral scenery through the dark-paneled parlor." Other writers are a bit more success- ful, and their meals nourish some of my earliest literary memories: Peter Rabbit‘s chamomile tea, Little Black Aucs Sarah Jamkowski Rob Voedisch Boyd Koehler Matthew Derrick Eric Schneider John Pulkrabek Dawn Van Tassel Chris Jordan Erica Bentley Ottar Schmitz Perrine Dailey Dawn Van Tassel Steve Oswood paper. B U R G Editor in Chief Editor in Chief Faculty Adviser News Editor Arts & Entertainment Editor Sports Editor Layout Editor Layout Editor Photo Editor Photo Editor Copy Editor Copy Editor Copy Editor Staff Reporters: Erica Bentley. Kerri J. Knutson Published each Thursday except during Augsburg interim. vaca- tion periods and holidays by the students of Augsburg College, 22” Riverside Avenue, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55454. Opin- ions expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of the editors. supporting staff, administration, faculty or the remainder of the students. The Echo does not necessarily promote the products or services it advertises. Annual subscription rate $32.00. Printed at Crow Wing Press. Inc. in Brainerd, MN, on recyclable A Joan Griffin ' 0’0 y "00 MW Sambo's I69 pancakes or Bilbo Baggin‘s seedcakes, pork pies, mince- pies and cheese, raspberry jam and apple-tarts—and ale, lots of ale. (I’m a bit too old for green eggs and ham—but what a great idea for an Easter break- fast.) Even in my maturity. I can’t resist a good literary meal. Afterl read Ralph Ellison‘s lyrical account of the cold yams on which he lunched in his childhood (squeezing the orange pulp from the skins into his mouth, etc.), I started bringing yams for my lunch. I did discover that manners dictate that such lunches are best eaten in private, but still . . . Or on nights when I eat alone, I think of Barbara Pym's single heroines, and contemplate opening a can—no, a tin— of baked beans and eating them on toast. (But so far, this meal has remained theoretical, so I can‘t report if it's as bad as it sounds.) It may be that food writers, as Barbara Kafka says, are “seen as plying a craft less meaningful than that of the belletrist.” But it would seem that every belletrist—whether it’s Homer describing dinner at the Cyclops’ or Melville rhapsodizing about chowder at the Try Pots (“small juicy clams, scarcely bigger than hazel nuts, mixed with pounded ship biscuit, and salted pork cut up into little flakes...")— understands that the craft of the food writer is essential to his or her an. Club presidenta disputes article I am writing to respond to the misleading story that was published regarding the Augsburg Sailing Club. I would like to point out the inaccuracies of the reporter writing the article. The allegation that I signed a budget contract is untrue. What I signed is something called a budget proposal. It does not bind us to any agreements. A club gives the senate a copy of their proposal so that the senate has a record of their request. The allegation that the club was asked to have a member present to answer questions about problems with finance policy in front of the Student Senate agenda on March 8 (not March l0, just another inaccuracy) because we wanted the Student Senate to know who we are. We were talking to the Finance Committee, and they indicated that the Student Senate did not know a lot about us and that we should give a presentation to let them know what the club does. The reason we did not attend wm that we were not ready to give our presentation. The allegation that Bill Rosser, sailing club advisor, would not comment on the accusations is not tme. The reporter asked Rosser if he could ask some questions about the Sailing Club for an article he was going to write. Rosser asked what kind of an article he was writing. The reporter stated it was just a general article on the club. He asked \ , V.‘ Rosser a few general questions about the functions and number of members the club had, then asked Rosser if he was aware that he was authorizing the misuse of Student Senate funds. Rosser told the reporter that he had no knowledge that we were doing anything against policy and that if we were he would talk to me and the Finance Committee and we would mend the problem. He also stated that l was in the room next to his, and if the reporterhad any questions about the club, he should ask me.'l‘hereporterdidnotspeakto me, but, instead, left the office. I expected a call from the Echo to ask me the questions about alleged finance policy mistakes if they were going to write a story, but the call never came. I have an answering machine at home and can be located on campus quite easily since I visit my job on campus every day. I have all the answers to the allegations directed at me and my club. and if the reporter had done a good job of covering the story, he would have had those answers before he went to press. The Echo reporter surely must have known that if he talked to me about the accusations the scandalous front—page story he was writing wouldn’t have been much of a front-page story after all. Why else would a person not do Continued to p. 4 Singer’s suicide prompts unjustified martyr label By Rob Voedisch Co-Editor-ln-Chief Just a reminder for you: Kurt Cobain is still dead. Am I being callous? You bet, but no more so than the Italian suit wearing pinhead on Entertainment Tonight who right now is staring back at me, over-emoting about the "tragedy" and "loss" of Cobain's suicide. No. No, don‘t cry for Kurt. The man who used to register at hotels as Simon Ritchie got just what he wanted. He took his own life in a way that would of made Simon. I mean Sid Vicious, proud. I overheard someone say that he was glad he got the chance to see Nirvana play live because now “they're just like the Doors.” I‘m sorry, but it is not as simple as that. Kurt Cobain is not a cultural icon. Kurt Cobain is not the first official martyr of Generation X. What he is is this: a sad person who played pretty good music and who met a sad end. That’s it. Nothing more. End of discussion. We love the selfdestructive artist because there is something primal, yet otherworldly, about them. We love them for their ability to flutter around that flame and make it look oh-so-beautiful and noble. And, more than any other reason, we love them because it is easy. The suicidal artist is perhaps one of the best measurements of time ever devised. The ‘605 ended when Jimi ‘Kurt Cobain is not a cultural icon. Kurt Cobain is not the first official martyr for Generation X.’ Hendrix and Jim Morrison died. The ‘705, when Sid bit the big one. And what of Kurt? Well, 20 years from now, when he finds his way into the encyclopedia, they'll describe him simply as “spokesman for the Grunge/Slack era of the late 20th Century." Isn‘t that neat and tidy? The thing is, kids, we can‘t let ‘em do that. When artists are turned into icons, their message is diluted, weakened, controlled. Let‘s face it, whom do you take more seriously, Madonna (a cultural icon if there ever was one) or Henry Rollins (a man who is decidedly an “anti- icon“)? If you said Madonna, then you are also probably wondering who the hell is Kurt Cobain. If you really want to be a rebel, if you really want to fight the powers that be, the next time you here someone bemoan the loss of “our spokesperson. Kurt," you explain to that individual that Cobain was not a spokesperson; he was something better...a human being. And if that individual continues to carry on with their psuedo—mouming, you simply extenuate your point by placing your foot in their rear-end. They’ll soon be persuaded. When someone is idolized, they are instantly dehumanized. Kids, we can’t let ‘em do that. When I first heard that Kurt Cobain was dead, this quote for some reason leapt into my mind: “Youth, after all, is not a pemtanent condition, and a clash of generations is not so fundamentally dangerous to the art of government as would be a clash between nilers and ruled." Who do you think said this? Karl Marx? Friedrich Nietzctte? No. ItwastheClash. Krds,‘ don‘tlet ‘em win. Show less
April 14, I994 ENT ‘Naked Gun’ proves to be Eric Schneider Arts & Entertainment Editor “Naked Gun 33 l/ 3" was indeed “The Final Insult." Put simply, it was lame. That statement alone could be the extent of this review, but it is my responsibility as an experienced (ahem) movie critic to tell you... Show moreApril 14, I994 ENT ‘Naked Gun’ proves to be Eric Schneider Arts & Entertainment Editor “Naked Gun 33 l/ 3" was indeed “The Final Insult." Put simply, it was lame. That statement alone could be the extent of this review, but it is my responsibility as an experienced (ahem) movie critic to tell you exactly why it was lame. Okay, okay. the opening dream sequence is rather funny. The scene, a parody of “The Untouch— ables.” involves Lt. Frank Drebin (Leslie Nielsen) and his fellow officers trying to rescue runaway baby carriages while being shot at by disgruntled postal workers and other outlandish characters. Dur- ing the scene, 0.]. Simpson does a hilarious baby—juggling act,asight. I’ll admit, I‘ve always wanted to see. In this third installment ofthe “Na— ked Gun" series, Drebin, now re- tired, and his wife (Priscilla Presley) have been experiencing marital problems and decide to split up. The erstwhile Mrs. Drebin goesoffwithafriendona“Thelma and Louise" take-off roadtrip, while Drebin himself dons a cheesy apron and beats male homemaker jokes into the ground. Since he apparently has nothing better to do, Drebin decides to rejoin the po- lice squad and goes undercover to foil aterrorist (Fred Ward). Afterthis point, the rest of the movie is basically a series ofbad jokes set in locales such as ‘T he" writers of this film were obviously hard-pressed for jokes’ a sperm bank and the Academy Awards”. Only two of many cameos are actually worth mentioning. GuessTM model Anna-Nicole Smith plays a villainess/ sperm bank nurse, proving yet again Nine Inch Nails music Eric Schneider Arts & Entertainment Editor Techno music can very easily be- come bad music. Anyone with enough money can now buy some keyboards, samplers, and comput~ ers, and create a dance hit without any concept of music. Making real, and more importantly, good music out of these machines, however, is some- thing that Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails excels in. Reznor, for all intents and purposes, is Nine Inch Nails. With little help from outside musicians and producers, he writes, performs, and produces all ofhis own songs. Reznor‘s first album, Pretty nine inch nails: - 1 the downwfafirdspiral Final Insult.” that most supermodels have little or no acting ability (with the exception of Elle MacPherson in “Sirens” ). The one cameo that does shine, however, is 0.]. Simpson in his reccuring role as a bumbling police officer, whose appear- ances (like the seventies flashback scene) excels scene Hare Machine (released in I989), was a ground-breaking album, combining el- ements of techno, rock, dance and pop music. Along with bands such as Min- istry and Skinny Puppy, Nine Inch Nails brought about the rise of what is now dubbed “industrial” music. In I992, Reznor released the Broken EP, which took a heavier, gloomier direction, and oddly enough, proved to be his most mainstream effort. On Nine Inch Nails‘ latest album, the downward spiral, Reznor continues with hisdark andnoisy style while skill- fully incorporating experimental new ideas and elements of the first album. Songslike "mr. self destruct" and“march of the pigs” are very fast and intense, while “closer” and “piggy” are slower, almost disco-like songs. The real strengthinthisalbum,though,liesinthe powerful songs that dwell somewhere in-between, like "ruiner" and “i do not want this.” On “the becoming," there are (gasp) acoustic guitar breaks, and on the moum— ful song “hurt,” both piano and acoustic guitar are present. At times, however, Reznor does go a little overboard with the anger/depres- sion thing. In songs like “heresy” and “closer,” the lyrics have the subtlety of a baseball bat and are likely to offend even the most liberal listener. Forthose uncustomed to the sounds of industrial music. some tracks might be almost unlistenable due to the chaotic back- ground noises such as screaming and loud feedback. Those expecting this to be the next Metallica album will be in for a rude awakening. In fact, playing this album at a party might actually get your stereo hurled out the window. If you are, however. a long-time Nine Inch Nails fan or simply a person looking for a unique and diverse musical experience, the downward spiral is highly recom- mended. Les re Nielsen plays Lt. Frank Drebin and Anna-Nic W ‘Final Insult’ are consistently funny enoughto war- rant his own movie. Overall, this film is simply a bad attempt at recapturing the goofy hu- mor ofthe previous two movies. The writers of this film were obviously hard-pressed for jokes, considering ole Sith plays a nurse at a sperm bank in “Naked Gun 33 U3: The they make references to both Tonya Harding and Beavis and Butlhead in less than a minute. See this movie in the theaters at your own risk. If you must see it, wait until it is released on video and make liberal use of the fast forward button. Looking for a few good music teachers, part-time or full-time or starting this fall. Piano, voice, violin, reeds, winds and/or brass. $12 per hour. Car nec. 871-3165. Cruise ship jobs! Earn $2000 + monthly. Summer/holiday/full-time. World travel. Caribbean, Hawaii, Europe, Mexico. Tour guides. gift shop sales. deck hands, casino workers, etc. No experience necessary. Call: (602) 453—4651 Easy Money!!! I will pay $25 for your phone book. Call Lee Ramsey collect at (615) 577-7237. Commissioner and Executive officer positions available for the ‘94-95 academic yr. These are paid positions. 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4 April 14, I 994 Sports Team faces tough competition; Letter record shows rocky start By John Pulkrabek Sports Editor After facing some tough competition. the Augsburg baseball team has got- tcn off to a slow start. with a 3-l3 overall record. including 1-3 in MIAC games. Augsburg finished with... Show more4 April 14, I 994 Sports Team faces tough competition; Letter record shows rocky start By John Pulkrabek Sports Editor After facing some tough competition. the Augsburg baseball team has got- tcn off to a slow start. with a 3-l3 overall record. including 1-3 in MIAC games. Augsburg finished with a 2-6 record in the tournament in Florida over spring break, although some of the competition was in Division II. “The record is a little-bit deceiving," said manager John Sherman. “We were playing above a class, just like we were when we played Northern Iowa at the Metrodome. “The think the tough competition is really going to help us when we go into league play," he continued. “I think it’s already showing that we can play with some good teams and that we have the confidence against any- body now." In their first conference game, five errors hurt the Auggies as they were defeated by Gustavus, 6-2. Joe Lavin pitched well in the game. giving up only two earned runs, and freshman Andy Small hit his first career home run. In the second game of the double- header. Matt Beckmann pitched AugsburgtoaS-3 victory. Beckmann, who is now 2-1 on the year, needed only 62 pitches in his seven innings of a. “.3 work. Jon Rose and Steve Shargent each added two hits for the Auggies. Augsburg. in their home opener on Saturday, lost two games to Bethel by scores of 20-5 and 9-4, giving them their 1-3 conference record. Augsburg has had good perfor- mances from several of their fresh- men this year. Andy Small is bat- ting .310 and Noah Johnson is hit- ting .300 this year for the Auggies, and other freshman have contrib- uted as well. Jon Blood (#30) pitches in a game last season. $3. 1' - ~ M4351] oto by Theo ogren “I'm pleased with the way the young guysarehittingtheball."saidSherman. “The freshman are starting to get more confidence now and out veteran play- ers are starting to assume leadership roles." Shortstop Randy Eastman is leading the team with a .444 batting average, followed by Rose at .367 and CJ. Beaurline at .350. The Auggies next games will be at Hamline on Saturday. April l6. C antinucd from p.2 whatever it took to reach the key person in the whole issue after the sources from both the Sailing Club and the Finance Committee told him I had the answers he needed? I would like to say that we did have financial procedural problems, along with other clubs. and that Susan Laabs. since being elected to the treasury two months ago. has done a lot to find the clubs having problems and help them understand the policies and correct their errors’. Laabs was also angered by the story and thought it was not fair that we were singled out. I was asked for a follow-up interview. but declined because I feel the damage has been done and nothing short of a written apology or retraction would fix the situation. The Echo has informed me that they don‘t do apologies or retractions. The only time they will admit, in the paper. that a mistake has been made, they will put it in the conections section on the last page of the paper. I think when a story has been as mishandled as this one that an apology should be published. There are many more details to this story. and if you want to hear them. come to a Sailing Club meeting and I‘ll be glad to tell you; but I hope that you now understand that our breach of finance policy was over-empha- sized so that our campus paper could manufacture a scandal for a headline. Jeff Cameron. Junior Editors’ note: The Echo does print corrections and retractions when a factual error occurs or when circumstances deem it necessary. Consistent with our style and that of other publications, the Echo refused to place an "apology" on the front page of our issue. The correction about the date of the Student Senate meeting was made in our last issue. All otherfacts in the article were correct. All cor- rections appear in the correction box, which is placed where space allows. The editors would like to make it known that the reporter mentioned above did try to con- tact all sources involved in the story. As the article stated, Cameron was unable to be reachedfor comment. is the co-founder. Correction In the last issue Mary Mobley was identified as the founderofS.H.A.R.E. She In the March l7 issue. the quote by Susan Laabs should have read, “According to Carole Schmidt, these expenses did not go through the student body treasurer.” Carol Schmidt declined comment. at!» Q PHdgsyafiou $200.“ “I know what I didn't bring back...about -Amy Ellingrod. senior “This...and a rash" “Clothes. I didn't go on vacation. I went home. Iwent shopping." -Kimberly Lucast. sophmore it .‘Q unmm AND PHOTOGRAPHY IV Emu Imuv -Kurt Clark. senior “I brought a boomerang and a bad eye. I guess. I was in Colorado" "A nice. tan body. and a ‘Big Johnson‘ shirt." -Mike Knutson. freshman WHAT DID YOU BRING BACK FROM SPRING . BREAK? -Eric Haner. senior “Now what was his name...?" \ -Elizabeth Saice, cashier “I brought back halfa liver. a red shirt. and a nickname Chefty." -Ryan Wold. senior Show less
augs Volume 103 Issue 18 U Apn/18,1997 International Floor Augsburg Presents a World Premiere Discontinued by Astrid T. Larssen Staff Writer Third floor in Mortensen Tower will no longer be designated for intema- tionai students. This puts an end to a tradition that goes back to the Cross Cultural... Show moreaugs Volume 103 Issue 18 U Apn/18,1997 International Floor Augsburg Presents a World Premiere Discontinued by Astrid T. Larssen Staff Writer Third floor in Mortensen Tower will no longer be designated for intema- tionai students. This puts an end to a tradition that goes back to the Cross Cultural House that was torn down in 1992 to free space for the build- ing of Anderson Hall. Starting this fall, third floor in Mortensen will be open to all stu- dents. The floor is already filled with students for the fall. This deci- sion was made by Residence Life in the fall of 1996. Denise Anderson- Dieffenbach, Area Coordinator for Residence Life, said the reason is that they [Res Life] could not justi- fy offering one part of the student body something they were not offer- ing another. “It all boils down to equity," she said. According to Heidi Breen Associate Director Admissions, the interna- tional floor emerged as a solution KAUG Tem Off the by Philip A. Berglin News Editor KAUG is off the air again. KAUG. the student run radio sta- tion. had a successful test in mid first semester and then began broad- casting. Technical difficulties forced the station to stop broadcast— ing and the staff began the process of finding the problem. Randy Vogsland, KAUG’s technical consultant said, “Isolating the prob- lem wasn’t as easy as we expected. The staff needs more time to fix all of the minor glitches.” The minor glitches have so far been very problematic for the station. Even after finding some of the prob- lems the station was still unable to broadcast. “We had it running for a day; it was flat sounding,” said Rodny Toni, a station officer and Student Body President Elect. “The next day we couldn’t get anything." when the houses around campus were torn down in 1992. Originally, the international students were liv- ing together in a house, the Cross Cultural House. The Cross Cultural Club held their meetings in the liv- ing room; it was mandatory for members of the house to attend the meetings and take part in the activi- ties of the club. The only requirement to get a space on the third floor in Mortensen was to be an international student. Another reason Residence Life questioned the floor‘s right to exist was the lack of activities put togeth- er by and for the floor. The floor, as a special interest house/floor, is sup- posed to do activities together. Residence Life was not satisfied with the number of activities for the international floor. Dieffenbach— Anderson said, “This was just not continued on page 6 - International rarin The station was hopeful that they would be able to flip the switch immediately following spring break. “That would have been impossible," said Vogsland. “It could have caused serious equip- ment damage." Next year the student government will make KAUG a priority, Toni assured. The plan is to make KAUG fully functional for the welcome week celebration next fall. “It will take a lot of time and a lot of work," said Vogsland. “With the right people in charge it can hap- pen.” he continued. “I am very hopeful with what I've been hearing from the new administration." Once again students can wait and hope. The station may be running by the time they return from me summer break if everything goes as planned. 66 using any mention of small- town life to criticize the people and lifestyles of their own little village; I am no exception. by Summer Joy Sorenson Guest Writer A world premiere will resonate through Orchestra Hall this Sunday as the Augsburg Choir, the Masterworks Chorale and the Augsburg Jazz Ensemble, along with a hired orchestra, will perform “A Spiritual Journey" by Carol Barnett. This is the only known existing work that has this unique combination of musical ensembles. This work was commissioned by the Augsburg Music Department in cel— ebration of musical collaboration. Peter Hendrickson initiated this pro— ject as part of what he calls the “third year crescendo." Hendrickson directs the Augsburg Choir and the Masterworks choir and is up for his third year review. “When I first came to Augsburg. the choir needed rebuilding... and now I would like to bring it to a new level and regain its high accreditation." A concert this unique and demand- ing takes many hours of intense rehearsal and lots of energy. “This concert includes an immense amount of time. but the overall product is very satisfying." junior Katt Nelson said. The Passion For Life concert also features the Mozart Requiem. writ— ten for mass choir and orchestra, The concert is this Sunday. May 20th at 7 pm. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students and senior citizens. For tickets call 371—3656. Or, for more infomiation call 330—1265. Augsburg students, alumni, and faculty gathered April 9 for this year’s Round Table. Many students talked with alumni in various career fields and gained knowledge about possible careers. photo by Charles Miller page 2 9 9 Show less
Opinion Benefits of a Small Town by Laura Peisa Staff Writer This Spring Break, while some of you headed off to the sunny shores of Florida, Texas, or Acapulco, I had the privilege of visiting Menomonie, “Wisconsin. my hometown. Yes, I, like so many others who attend Augsburg College, grew up in... Show moreOpinion Benefits of a Small Town by Laura Peisa Staff Writer This Spring Break, while some of you headed off to the sunny shores of Florida, Texas, or Acapulco, I had the privilege of visiting Menomonie, “Wisconsin. my hometown. Yes, I, like so many others who attend Augsburg College, grew up in a very small town, far from the city. Growing up and moving away to the city usually causes young adults to snip their small town roots, using any mention of small- town life to criticize the people and lifestyles of their own little vil- lage; I am no exception. However, something about my last trip home struck a sentimen- tal chord, and I began to think about the many benefits of grong up in a small, close knit community, as opposed to the city. These are just a few of the advantages of growing up and living in my town, rather than in the bustle of Minneapolis: The first advantage I noticed when returning home was our extremely low crime rate. Here in the city, if one picks up any Star Tribune, or flips on a major local news program, the over- whelming crime rate in Minneapolis is obvious. We are, in fact, one of the leaders in this country in per capita homicides. There are streets near the neigh— borhood of Augsburg College that I am deathly afraid of walk- ing down at any time of day, and I often find myself locking the doors of my car the minute I get in it. In my hometown, however, this is far from the case. Every issue of our local paper, The Dunn County News, lists all crimes that have taken place in the entire county that week; this county-wide listing usually only takes half of a page. The report consists of countless speeding tickets, some underage drinking and reckless driving, and the occasional minor assault charge. The assaults are rarely described as random acts of violence, however, but as rowdy fist fights resulting from “the guys" having a few too many at the Get clothes out and gather bam party or the Main Street tavern. Because of the low inci— dence of crime, I grew up not owning a house key, because our doors were never locked. The act of locking doors was not a habit; it was a special precau- tion that we used when traveling or visiting the city. In fact, my parents still, to this day, shout out, “Lock!” in unison every time our family exits a car out- side of Menomonie’s city Another thing Menomonie offers that Minneapolis cannot is cheap entertainment. While living in the big city of Minneapolis does ofier a wide range of places to go and things to see, most forms of entertain- ment come with a pretty high price. One must pay $6.50 for a movie, $10- $60 for a play, and usually over $12 for a basket- ball, football, or baseball game. An entertainment— goer must then, of course, add in taxi fare or parking, and endless time waiting in crowded parking ramps or in lines of cars, honk- ing with irritation, somewhere on a one-way street downtown. In a small town, however, cheap entertainment can be found everywhere, if one is willing to look for it. Newly- released movies are still $4.50 at the Cinema 4 on Main Street, a price unheard of in most big cities. Sometimes, however, a movie- goer must put up with a few minor annoyances, such as: hearing the action movie blast- ing next door while trying to enjoy the subtleties of a quiet drama, watching the movie blurb into slow motion during the most crucial scene, or hav- ing it quit altogether, due to inexperienced high school employees on their first night of projector training. But in a small town these annoyances are easi— ly overlooked; we are happy just to have a movie theater, after all. If RV shows or monster truck rallies are your thing, a small town is definitely the place to be. One does not have to pay your $10-$30 to join thousands in a crowded, noisy, Metrodome or Civic Center. A fine RV show can be found down at the KOA campground, where, in the sum- mer, travelers flock from as far away as Minnesota and North Dakota, stopping through Menomonie on their rnidwest tour. Any proud RV owner will be more than happy to show you the many features of his or her home on wheels; at the KOA, RV features, not important social circles or summer homes on the lake, are signs of wealth and status. The monster truck rally is also quite easy to find; there is a free gathering of monster trucks every Friday and Saturday night in the Burger King parking lot. This is where the local kids gather to find out where the party is, have engine revving competitions, and show off their new “Ditch Witch” bug-guards and Tasmanian Devil mud flaps. If a spectator is inconspicuous enough, he or she can watch this fascinating display of pure power and testosterone take place, free of charge. The final advantage of small town life that I would like to point out is the recognition, kindness, and support that one receives as a member of a small community. In the city, nobody knows your name. As a person moves away from school and work, to the freeway, the gas station, the mega— mall, and the grocery store, a sense of anonymity follows. This can be positive when one wishes to mind his or her own business and make it through the day with little hassle. However, it can sometimes leave a sense of emptiness that can only come from lack of people-contact. In a small town, anonymity is impossible. Even after you have left for a while, everyone still knows your face, your name, and your business. Going to the grocery store is, in my town, not a mere shopping trip, but a social event. It takes at least an hour and a half for my mother and I to pick up a week’s worth of groceries at the local supermarket. First of all, people dress your friends for Spring Affair! This semi-formal event will be on hday 3. more details for Augsburg event! Watch for this fun are so kind and not in a hurry that it takes a ten minute discus- sion just to decide who should go down the cereal isle first. “You go ahead.” “No, I insist.” “Really, Nancy, I’m not in a hurry, you go.” This is a common conversation heard at my grocery store. Also, between my mother and I, we know three fourths of the shop- pers in the store. My mother, as an obstetrics nurse at the local hospital, must stop every person who has given birth in the last five years to ask how their little so-and-so is doing. I, as a returning college student, am hounded by every towns person who passes by; everyone is gen- erally interested in knowing what exactly I’ve been doing the past three years, how my grades are, and if I’ve talked to my high school boyfriend (the town still has not gotten over our break—up in 1993). I have been gone from Menomonie for three years, and the Dunn County News still prints a story in the student section every time I win a scholarship, go on a spe- cial trip, or make the honor roll. And every time I return home, I can read the paper to find out who, of my classmates, is excelling in college sports or academics, or who has gotten married, had a baby, or reached a new rank in the Service. A small town keeps track of its own, even after they are long gone. Growingupinasmalltown,as opposed to the big city, has many advantages and disadvan- tages. Sometimes it‘s hard to see the good aspects of town life when college and the big city brags of diversity, opportunity, and a bigger world. It is true that a small town can offer a limited view of the world; I know that some people in my town have probably never had a conversation with someone who is not a white, American, het- erosexual. But, I have found that the same ignorance and prejudice exists in the city; it is just not as obvious. In any case, despite its shortcomings, life in a small town offers a close con- nection to a community, in which strong values and support for the other townspeople is encouraged. The small town is a place of safety, of old-style good times, and people who care. I know that no matter how far I am away from my home- town, geographically or intel— lectually, I will always treasure it for these, and the many other precious things it has offered me. augfictio Tracy Glumich Jim Webber Phil Berglin Charles Miller Rachel Weslhed Matt Rochester Boyd Koehler Olav Skjeldestad advertises. Staff Writers: Astrid Larssen, Susan Boothby, Christine Uhl Photographers: Stephanie Palmquist, The Augsburg Echo is published each Friday except during interim, vacation periods and holidays by the students of Augsburg College, 731 21 st Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55454. 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Opin ion Letter to the Editor: * A Comment on Independent Study This past week The Echo broke a story about a deCis1on to chan e the pay structure for .aculty supervrsron ‘ of intern- shi s and independent stu es. While this story was not quite as old as the Elro Stock story reported e week... Show moreOpin ion Letter to the Editor: * A Comment on Independent Study This past week The Echo broke a story about a deCis1on to chan e the pay structure for .aculty supervrsron ‘ of intern- shi s and independent stu es. While this story was not quite as old as the Elro Stock story reported e week before, it is, in fact, an old story. The policy decision in question went into effect in the fall of 1995 and was made known to all faculty at that time. It was included in the Dean’s o mng letter for the 199 -96 acadennc year. Any faculty who read that letter were aware of the change. The fact that faculty are only now discovering the policy chan e suggests one of three ngs: e1ther faculty are generous of spirit and do not expect to be (paid for Independent stu ies and internships; or they never look at their pay stubs; or they are not involved . With 1nde en— dent studies and so ave not had an opportunity to encounter t 6 p0 icy change. That it has taken this long for this policy chan e to be noticed suggests at it is not likely to have any more impact 1n_the future than it has had in the past two years. John Schmit Assistant Professor of English Director of Weekend College the Money Meet people around campus Attentionl Do your want to Work for tho next year? Posrtrons available inolode: Co—Editor in Chief Copy Editor Staff Writers Benefits include: Increased Writing Skills Have fun! If you are interested, please fill out an EIF (Echo Interest Form) located at the information desk. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity! Layout Editor Photo Editor Photographers Stay Honest Augsburg by _Tracy Glumich Editor-In-Chlef Last semester I commented on the high school nature of Augsbur and the disadvantages of being like a hi h schoo . Recently I have been reminded of an a vantage the small community Augsburg has--it keeps us honest. At Augsburg, you can’t walk across campus without stoppin many times and chatting with people. You see an talk w1th close friends, acquaintances, and even enemies to whom you try remain pleasant. Through all of this chatter you receive an abundance of information, not usually about yourself, but about people around campus — anyone and everyone. True, I believe that this talk or even gossip is harmful and makes it ve hard to have a private life here. But, what about t e flip s1de_of the equation? If you are dishonest about something, it usually ends up coming back to you. Consider this exam 1e which contrasts Augsburg to other colle es an universities. If I went the Universit 0 Minnesota and I heard a rumor about Miss X would not know how to evaluate the situa— tion. Chances are that I have very little idea who Miss X is until now. In contrast, when it comes to other students at Augsburg, chances are that you have met them or know a little about who they are. Yes, this issue does relate to preconceived stereotypes of eople which I hail/e already touched on that in the big school edito- ri . Not to say that you should believe everythin hear around Augsbur , but on do have a chance to test the vali ity of e statement. you etter First because you know man of the people around cam us and their character. lso because more than like y, there is someone on campus who knows the truth which is not hard. to discover with the “walking across campus” scenario. It may upset you when the gossip is about you' this is where the community of Augsburg keeps us honest. Only twp Situations can eXist when gossrp 18 5 read: the goss1p states the truth or the goss1p states a 1e. If it is the truth, the solution is Simple: own up to your actions and words. If the gossip is a lie, consider these factors. First, your true friends will back ou up. I am not here to win a popularity contest an 'I hope you are not either. If you are, please return to high school. I have frrends whom I trust and who I know Will be there for me. People who believe a lie about you aren’t truly your friends anyway. In addition, if people know you have a respectable character they will usually require more than _a little rumor to change their minds. .Last and most impor- tantly, remember to have faith in yourself, your image and the people who really matter in your life. My solution is to make informed decisions, own up to your actions and don’t share any information about your personal life that you won’t want the whole campus to know. Be careful because Augsburg has many cars. Don’t tell people the wrong people things, but also recog- nize that facts can be distorted. Sta honest and con- fident, Augsburg, and everything w1 1 be swell. Keep an eye out for the Augsburg Basement Recordings CD coming out in May Show less
features People Features Featuring a Few of the Finest Faces Around Campus Student Focus: Augsburg Students to Attend Yale and Princeton by Jim Webber Layout Editor Next fall. seniors Jas Besirevic and Nina Bandte will attend Ivy League graduate schools'Besirevic at Yale University. and Bandte at... Show morefeatures People Features Featuring a Few of the Finest Faces Around Campus Student Focus: Augsburg Students to Attend Yale and Princeton by Jim Webber Layout Editor Next fall. seniors Jas Besirevic and Nina Bandte will attend Ivy League graduate schools'Besirevic at Yale University. and Bandte at Princeton. Besirevic came to Augsburg College from Bosnia. and Bandelj from Slovania. This makes their prestigious destinations seem all the more impressive. Besirevic. who will study Sociology. said the sociology pro- gram offered at Yale most attracted her; she noted that the Yale faculty included Kai Erikson. a well—known scholar of deviant sociology. Her choice drew from a variety of schools: University of Washington Seattle. University of Wisconsin at Madison. Ohio State. University of Arizona. and University of Illinois at Urbana. All of these schools have noted programs in deviant sociolo- gy. Besirevic plans to earn her Ph.D. at Yale. and then do research in Bosnia and possibly teach at a liberal arts college. Bandelj. also in Sociology. was most attracted to the personable and flexible structure of Princeton‘s pro- gram. which is especially strong in her interests of comparative work. Her other choices included Columbia University. Rutgers. New York University. and the University of Chicago. Bandte also plans to earn her Ph.D.. which will take five years to complete: once she has earned her doctorate. she would like to do research and teach. Both said that Augsburg faculty had Jas Besirevic Nina Bandte been especially helpful in the appli— cation process. which includes the submission of a GRE (Graduate Record Examination) score. a col— lege transcript (with grades). faculty recommendations. a writing sample. and a personal essay. Besirevic noted that faculty recommendations written by sociology professors Gerry Gerasimo and Diane Pike (herself a graduate of Yale) were especially helpful: Bandte also greatly appreciated recommenda— tions written by Pike and professor Thomas Morgan. :yourseatbeh. do not litter. The Echo cares about your l well being. For your and l other’s safety please wear little animals that scurry y around our campus, please Thank you. Also, for the Facult Dr. Focus: eter Hendfickson By Rachel Westhed Copy Editor Dr. Hendrickson. Assistant Professor of Music and Director of Choral Activities. is a well-known and admired professor at Augsburg. He directs the Augsburg Choir and Masterworks Chorale. Dr. Hendrickson is a professor with a varied and interesting past. He is an alumni of Augsburg; he also attended many other schools: Macalester College; Berliner Kirchenmusikschule. West Berlin; Hochschule der Kuenste. West Berlin; Columbia University. and The Manhattan School of Music. He has held numerous conducting positions at churches. high schools. and Universities before he came back to Augsburg to hold an interim position in 1993. Dr. Hendrickson said. “I never imagined I would come back to Augsburg-not that I didn't want to. But I was interested in other things at the time." It seems that he was interested in numerous things. For two years he was the assistant chef at the Holden Retreat Center in the Cascade Mountains which he loved. “It was an escape from life." he said. But even there he could not escape music. Dr. Hendrickson lived in Germany for 3 years. during which time he studied harpsichord. organ. and con- ducting. He said that his interest in living in Germany has really been life—long. “I've always had a dream of Germany." he explained. When he was 10 or 12 years old he would go to swimming and participate in other typical activities. and then he would come home and play all of the Bach chorales out of his red hymnal. His deep interest in Bach was what initially spurred his deci— sion to go to Germany. “I wanted to be in the land where Bach was." he said. After he came back from Germany. he met his wife. Laura. who is a cel— list. Dr. Hendrickson‘s admiration for his wife is apparent. "She‘s a great person. a \\ onderful cellist...l am so lucky." They haye two chil- dren. Jackie. “ho l\ o. and Rex. \\ ho is Jo. In lll\ spare time. Dr Hendrickson enjoys skiing. cook- ing. golf. mountain climbing. travel- ing. and construction. He also maintains his ties with Germany: he is the Artistic Director of the American Choir Festival in Leipzig, Germany in the summer. When asked why Dr. Hendrickson returned to Augsburg. he said that what thrilled him most was "going on tour...being able to conduct a concert IO times. and the level of nuance. the level of professionalism that can be reached blew my mind. I w as after that kind ofmus1c-mak- mg." "I loye my Job.” Dr. Hendrickson beamed. Regarding the music pro— gram at Augsburg. he feels that it is a “sleeping giant. Sure. it‘s good now. but it can be even better." As a director. his highest priority is quality music-making. That is another reason he likes Augsburg. "I like the Liberal Arts—music aug— ments that. [It is] both a life-giving place as well as a strong music place." Dr. Hendrickson says that he wants to "be among the best." With his contagious ambition. energy. and dedication to students and to quality music. there is no doubt that this goal is very attainable. Show less
arts A Movie Review of The Saint and Other New Movies by Susan Boothby Staff Writer I will never be a movie critic for one simple reason: I find it nearly impossible to be critical of movies. There are only a handful of movies that I have disliked in my life. Some people may consider this a flaw,... Show morearts A Movie Review of The Saint and Other New Movies by Susan Boothby Staff Writer I will never be a movie critic for one simple reason: I find it nearly impossible to be critical of movies. There are only a handful of movies that I have disliked in my life. Some people may consider this a flaw, but I feel fortunate to be a true movie buff. All this said, it should really come as no surprise when I say that I love the movie “The Saint.“ Set throughout various areas of Europe. particularly London, “The Saint" is about espionage. It is an action movie with intrigue, love, and suspense. The lead role, an American thief. makes millions of dollars stealing various things for anyone who will pay. Played by Val Kilmer, the thief is probably one of the best looking and most talented around today. His name is Simon, or John, or Thomas, or who knows. Kilmer is a man without an identity, so he simply adopts the names of Catholic Saints whenever he feels the need to be someone else. Kilmer‘s co—star, Elisabeth Shue, plays Emma Russell, the American scientist who has discovered the equation for cold fusion. The details of this formula/experiment are a little hazy, but it is probably a good idea since no one would understand. Anyway, Kilmer is hired by a Russian to steal the for- mula so that he will gain political power in Russia. Kilmer and Shue...let’s just try to imagine what happens. Simon is completely taken with Emma, and the whole deal with the Russian is up in the air. The rest of the movie is an action-packed cat-and-mouse chase. The Russians are after Simon and Emma, but these two pull some amazing stunts to get away. The ending was great, although I thought that the movie was going to be over a few times. Actually, “The Saint" wrapped things up a bit bet— ter than other movies. There really were not any loose ends, and it did not leave you wondering if the guy got the girl. What can I say? I thought the movie was fantastic. 'IVvo-thumbs up and five out of five stars. Definitely not solely a chick movie, this one is great for nearly every college student. You’re looking for hot stars? Who can deny that Kilmer and Shue fit this bill? You’re looking for a little romance for a great date? Check out the chemistry between the two co-stars. You want some action and suspense to keep you on the edge of your seat? This movie certainly is not “Die Hard” (a personal favorite of mine) but it still has what it takes. I do have one warning for you if you plan to go see this movie at the Mall of America. I tried to see “The Saint” last weekend, but I almost could not get in the door. You know how the Mall has that weekend pol- icy where you must be 16 or over to roam around unaccompanied? Well, a certain Augsburg student and I did not have our driver’s licenses, and we had to be personal- ly escorted to the theater. When we finally got there it was sold out. So, just a word to the wise, bring your ID. if you still look 15 like me! It may save you the pain and embar- rassment that I felt. That is enough about “The Saint” and my painful movie experience. There are a few other movies that I would really like to fill you in on. The first did wonderful in New York City, but most Minnesotans have not taken to Howard Stern’s “Private Parts." I was skeptical at first, being an avid anti-Stem per- son, but the movie was hilarious. Pliis, it will give you a new-found respect for the man that everyone loves to hate. A different type of comedy, Jim Carey’s “Liar Liar," was a hit every- where. You have probably already rushed out to catch this flick, but if you are waiting for the video you should not wait any longer. “Liar Liar” is. by far, Carey’s best movie. I love slap-stick comedy as much as the next guy, but this movie is funny AND it has a plot. That pretty much does it for me. I would like to tell you which movies to stay away from, but I simply have not disliked any movies this spring. I am truly sorry if you do not agree with me, but a movie is just a movie, so let’s try not to be too crit- ical. Continued from page 1 -Intemat10nal fair. Residence Life cannot accom- modate all organizations on carn- pus. That’s what we have special interest housing in Anderson for. Anderson was designed this way with the floor houses and furnished apartments." The feedback Residence Life got during the decision process was uni- formly negative; the international students wanted to keep the third floor in Mortensen international; they were not interested in a Floor House in Anderson. “When we are here we have that in common that we are all foreigners,” one student said. “But there are more things making us different than alike. In a Floor House we would have to live with a lot of people with different values and customs. It is different having people from 15 different nations on the same floor when you are able to close the door behind is you. Residence Life will accommodate the international students with fur- niture. The furniture on the third floor will be stored at the end of the semester and made available again in the fall. The fumiture will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis for international students and others. The final criteria are not set, but students interested in the furni- ture should contact Charlie Strey, Director of Residence Life. The Latino Students of Augsburg and the \ Hispanic Support Program would like to invite you to community. Latino Week. To celebrate our heritage and cultures we have prepared an educational and exciting week. us at the mini-plaza with arts and craft vendors, check out the art exhibition, attend a panel session on Latino issues, or stop by our “Hosting Country” booth to eat or dance to the rhythms of the many Latino Groups who will be joining us for the week. This event is free to the If you would like more information cal Eloisa Echavez at 330-1610 or Michelle Montalvo at Join tion of Institutuo de Arte y Cultura and COMPAS. 904-1646. Thes event is sponsored with the collab? Written in the Stars A Horoscope Written by Tea Lynn and Kay Brook Scorpio (Oct 23 - Nov 21) Take advantage of your assets. Make an appoint- ment with a professor or a work associate to work out conflict. This weekend: Get down to business — whatever that may be. Sagittarius (Nov 22 - Dec 21) Stay confident this week. The stars are looking favorable to you and your week. This weekend: Take a chance. Capricorn (Dec 22 - Jan 19) All signs indicate an exciting challenge this week. Step up to the chal- lenge and you will find success. This weekend: Let your wild side live. Aquarius (Jan 20 - Feb 18) Someone you know is romantically interested in you but you have turned a cold heart to them. Open your eyes to see what is really going on. This weekend: Take some time out to- think about what you want. Pisces (Feb 19 - Mar 20) Stop throwing your money around. Clear up old debts before you begin new ones. This weekend: Balance your check book. Aries (Mar 21 - April 19) It is time to quit that bad habit or health hazard. You won’t always be young and vibrant and you will thank yourself in 20 years. This weekend: Go for a 10%- Taurus (April 20 — May 20) Not to worry Taurus, even though things are not going as planned with a certain relation- ship, brighter things lie in the future. This weekend: Let things happen naturally. Gemini (May 21 - June 21) Stop falling for the so- called Mr. or Ms. Right. Be careful who and how you trust. This weekend: Hang out with your friends. Cancer (June 22 - July 22) You will have a bad week. Accept it, deal with it, and move on. This weekend: Go for a drive. Leo (Leo 23 - Aug 22) This is your week Leo! People will sense your positive energy and things will go your way. This weekend: Do any- thing you want; you will have fun. Virgo (Aug 23 - Sept 22) Prepare yourself for future plans. It is better to be safe than sorry. This weekend: Organize your personal planner. Libra (Sept 23 — Oct 22) Start having more fun this week Libra. A little relaxation and laughter will do wonders for your spirit. This weekend: Go with the flow. Show less
photo poll 7 The Echo asked Augsburg: What is your favorite romantic activity during the spring? “Talking to a boy. ” Kali Koshnik, first year a WWV*/w;m,
Show morephoto poll 7 The Echo asked Augsburg: What is your favorite romantic activity during the spring? “Talking to a boy. ” Kali Koshnik, first year a WWV*/w;m,< a”. “H / 2* “Drive-in movies are nice, when it is warm enough. Rustin Neuberger, first year “Picnics by the lake with LOTS of SODA! " Anthony Mollins, first year L “Going to Lake Calhoun and having lunch with my girlfriend. ” Robert Grace, junior ,xW “I’d rather not disclose that information at this time. I could get arrested. ” Julie Ebbsen, sophomore “Going on road trips with my boyfriend. ” Linda Stuart, sophomore “Rolling in the mud with Katrina. ” Susan Pieffer, junior “Walking our dogs around the lake at sunset. ” Jennifer Swanson, first year “Going to Minnehaha falls with a picnic basket and Sue. ” Katrina Creswell, senior Show less
a Honorable Mention Auggie basketball player Stefanie Lodermeier, junior. was recently named to the Columbus Multimedia Women’s Basketball All-America Honorable Mention Team. Lodermeier was also named to the All-West Regional first team. She was Augsburg’s team leader in scor- ing and finished... Show morea Honorable Mention Auggie basketball player Stefanie Lodermeier, junior. was recently named to the Columbus Multimedia Women’s Basketball All-America Honorable Mention Team. Lodermeier was also named to the All-West Regional first team. She was Augsburg’s team leader in scor- ing and finished second in the MIAC with 18 points per game. She was also fifth in the MIAC in rebounding with 9.2 per game. Men ’s Track Augsburg sprinter Chad Jackson ran with a first place finish in two events at St, Olaf last weekend. Jackson won the lOO-meter dash in 11.33 and then crushed the field by winning the 200-m in 22.68, almost half a second better than the second place finisher. Jackson‘s perfor- mance helped lead the Auggies to a fourth place finish at the meet. Ben Bauer. first year. placed second in the shot put with a throw of 41- 10.5. Bauer also finished in the top 15 in the discus. Auggie jumper Mark Goetz also had a stellar day, finishing third in the triplejump and 10th in the long jump. Augsburg had one relay team place. the mile team finished forth. Jason Exley and Morgan Davidsen both had fifth place finishes. Exley came in the 400-m while Davidsen finished fifth in the 800-m. Kris Froyum had a pair of top-ten finish- es grabbing the seventh in the 100- m and the eighth in the 200—m. e thletics Baseball The Augsburg baseball team had a tough weekend, losing all three of their games, but that isn‘t to say the Auggies didn‘t play tough. Augsburg had two games against St. Thomas. which is the No. 12 ranked team in the country. In the first game Augsburg fell 5—2. Scott Glenn led the Auggies going 2-3 at the plate with a double and a run scored. In the second game, the going was a little rougher as the Auggies were beat 8-0. Augsburg also last a 5-2 game against Hamline. Outfielder Tom Fountaine knocked out a solo home- run for one of Augsburg‘s runs, while Scott Hvistendahl went 2-2 with a stolen base and two walks. Womens’ Track Augsburg senior sprinter Astrid Larssen sprinted her way to a NCAA provisional qualifying time in the lOO-meter dash at the St. Thomas Invitational, a meet in which several Division II teams competed. Her personal best time of 12.44 seconds is well ahead of her NCAA qualifying time of 12.5 last year. She also ran a personal best in the ZOO-m dash of 25.72, which she also hopes to qualify in. Stephanie Simones also ran a per- sonal best time in he 3000 meter run. She completed the run in 10:44. which placed her fourth overall. Rebekah Ormsby finished third in 5000 with a season best time of 18:29. To reiterate the message on page 4 we, the Echo Staff, want to remind you that we do truly care about you and your well being. We urge you to NGT LITTER and WEAR YGUR SEAT If you don’t do it for yourself -- do it for us. Auggie Update -Courtes y of Sports Week Softball Junior pitcher KerriKangas won two games for the Auggies last weekend as Augsburg split series‘ with ST. Ben‘s and St. Scholastica. On Saturday. Augsburg defeated St. Scholastica 10-4 in game one before falling 3—1 to the Saints in game two. The Auggies got a great per- formance from Tully Kaiser, sopho- more. who was 4-5 at the plate in the twinbill and she scored five runs while swiping three bases. Kaiser is now seventh on the Auggies all-time softball career stolen base list with 23. Jodie West and Sara Bertelsen each had two hits for the Auggies. The Auggies picked up a big win the MIAC-opening series against host St. Ben’s 7-2. Ann Mathews, first year hit a two-run homerun while going 2-2 at the plate and scoring two runs. Kangas gave up only four hits while getting the win for the Auggies. Augsburg dropped the second game of the double header 12-2. Augsburg had a tough game at the plate with only four hits. flint/an /(ir La: Olson. Son Sum. om. Alto Rick pmnmg. Tm. Brun Manluvr Kass Augsburg Chou’ Augsburg Jazz Band Robert Stackz. Conductor Masterworks Chorale of Augsburg Passron for Life Orchestra Peter Hendnckson, Conductor Auggies Compete Hard Over Spring Break Mens ’ Golf With only four days of practice under its belt, the Augsburg men’s golf team traveled to Texas to compete at the Mission Del Lago Golf Course in San Antonio over spring break. Not only did the team compete, but it won the tournament by eight strokes over a field that included four Texas teams (all of which have practiced since January), and Skidmore College of New York, which is currently ranked the No.1 team in NCAA Division III. The Auggies are currently ranked No.11. Three Auggies tied for fifth place among individuals to lead the Auggies. Senior Eric Rolland (Fridley, Minn) and sophomore Todd Tourand (St. Cloud. Minn.) both shot 75—76 to finish the tournament with 151. First year player Hans Anderson (St. Louis Park, Minn.) overcame a first round 78 and shot a 73 the second day to also finish with a 151. Womens ’ Softball Team scores: Augsburg 304-304 -- 608 Incarnate Word 311-305 -- 616 Skidmore College 313-305 -- 618 St. Mary’s 307-313 -- 620 Hardin-Simmons 312-315 -— 627 Trinity 313-320 -- 633 Augsburg scores: Hans Anderson 78-73 -- 151 Eric Rolland 75-76 -- 151 Todd Tourand 75-76 -- 151 Josh Klimek 78-78 -- 156 Kevin Van Rossum 78—78 -- 156 Chris Braaten 84-74 -- 158 Sam Garthune 76— 82 -- 158 Mark LaBounty 78-81 -- 159 Terry Dittlefsen 80-82 -— 162 Track The Augsburg men‘s and women’s track teams competed at Emory University in Atlanta over spring break. The meet. Emory Classic, consisted of 30 teams, the women’s team finished strong with a 12th overall. Junior Stephanie Simones (Minneapolis, Minn.) was Augsburg's top individual runner, finishing second in the 10.000-meter run. In the 5,000-meter run senior, Rebekah Ormsby (Pine Island, Minn.), fin- ished fourth.. Senior Astrid Larssen (Oslo, Norway) was fifth in the ZOO—meter dash, as was first—year jumper Colleen Shellum in high jump. For the men, senior Chad Jackson (Duluth, Minn.) was the top run- ner, gaining eight-place honors in th e200—meter dash. First year thrower Josh Bickford was 17th in the shot put, and 20th in the dis- cus. Augsburg's softball team went to Ocoee, Florida over spring break. Over a four-day period they played 10 games and went 4-6. The Auggies beat Baldwin Wallace and Loras College by identical 2-1 scores; they nipped Muskingum 8-7, and they defeated Carroll College 7-5. The Auggies lost to Loras College, Dubuque. Clark college, UC—San Diego. Luther. and Western Connecticut. Junior pitcher Kerri Kangas (Fridley, Minn.) has enjoyed a terrific start to her season. Not only has she won four games with a 1.64 ERA. but she has eight hits in 16 at bats. First- year catcher Ann Mathews (Richfield. Minn.) has nine hits in 23 at bats. Jodie West. a sophomore infielder (Menahga. Minn.) led the Auggies with 3-4 stolen bases and 10 total bases. Show less
Vol. 97. No. 17 d’l‘le studeqf Voice 05 Augsburg College MPIRG growing, gains visibility on campus By TERESA KANE Editor in Chief The Minnesota Public Interest Research Group will be celebrating its 20th anniversary on April 29. If all goes well, students at Augsburg College will be an integral... Show moreVol. 97. No. 17 d’l‘le studeqf Voice 05 Augsburg College MPIRG growing, gains visibility on campus By TERESA KANE Editor in Chief The Minnesota Public Interest Research Group will be celebrating its 20th anniversary on April 29. If all goes well, students at Augsburg College will be an integral part of the celebration from year to year as MPlRG representatives are working on the final stages of phasing in a chapter at Augsburg. A student fund drive and majority vote is the final phase of establishing MPIRG and will take place the first week of May (an article detailing the funding for MPlRG will appear in the April 26 issue of the Echo). The Minnesota Public Interest Research Group is a non-profit organization completely organ- ized, run and funded by students and for students. The Minnesota group is one of about 20 PIRGS in the nation and. as mentioned, has existed in Minnesota for 20 years. Unlike many of the groups working for environmental and social justice issues, MPIRG works on a multitude of issues each year—these issues being voted upon by the student-run State board of representatives. Although MPlRG has a full-time professional staff such as a Research Director, Campus Organizers, an Administrator, the decisions are made by the students and the staff exists for advice and expertise. Issues are worked on through the MPlRG state office (located on the East bank of the U of M), through student interns, canvass- ing and nine college chapters. In- cluding Augsburg, the chapters are at Carleton, Hamline, Macalester, St. Catherine, William Mitchell School of Law, and the U of M Twin Cities, Duluth and Morris. Since 1973, MPIRG has achieved success on such issues as regulations aimed at banning rip— off hearing aids to the federal Boundary Waters Protection Act. This legislation, which took place in 1976, was fought for by MPlRG to prohibit motorized boats in the Boundary Waters area. Other legislation MPIRG has been responsible for is the Used Car Lemon Law in 1988, the Minnesota Acid Rain Bill in 1982, government childcare subsidies for single parents in 1983, the Hazardous Chemicals Worker Continued on page 9 K d‘tndifioq siqce 1898 Eriday, April 19. 1991 % t Jeff Borowiak and Beth Buchanan help cut down a tree in front of St. Joseph ’5 Home for Children during the Great Hunger Clean Up. Students throughout the Twin Cities and across the nation volunteered to help various agencies by cleaning, raking, painting and gardening. The annual event raises monet'jor the hungry and the homeless, locally, nationally and internationally. The 33 students from Augsburg raised $500 for the cause. NPhH/o h) \Iarntl Brim/i The past of Cedar-Riverside area comes alive at forum Participants reminisce about life in the early part of the century By LAURA FERRY Assistant Editor What do Seven Corners, the Bohemian Flats, the Pill House and Augsburg all have in com— mon? They are all part of the Cedar-Riverside area—past or present. On Friday, April 12, a group of senior citizens assembled at Augsburg to reminisce about the history of the area. In his chapel address, former president Oscar Anderson said, “We must take out our memories and treasures of times past." Anderson mentioned the tem- perance movement that Augsburg encountered at the turn of the cen- tury since a number of saloons were close to campus. Other prevalent aspects of the area were the congestion of houses, ethnic rivalry and religious prejudice. In 1950 the Cedar»Ri\'erside area was named the most deteriorated sec- tion of Minneapolis. Streetcars ran regular routes down Riverside Avenue. Inter- state 94 did not exist. Murphy Square was much bigger with more trees. The neighborhood was composed of Norwegians, Swedes, Germans, Czechs and Russians. The current Old Main was once New Main. The area has Augsburg has been a major part of the Cedar-Riverside area. Here is a picture of the campus from Murphy Square when it appeared quite different than today. —C0urtesy 0/ the I926 A ugiburgiun changed over the decades but the memories remain strong, and the participants in the forum shared their remembrances in vivid detail. Marcella Larson, tt participant in the cwttt, rcmcttthcrs when family, school and church were her whole life. “It‘s a different world now," Larson said. l.i\ing through the dcptcssltili oi the l930s taught the people important values. “I found a real VirillC in being poor,“ Larson said. “Now I will eat anything.“ Another par» ticipant, Howard Thorhcittt, said: “I didn't think ol~ us as poor. It was the way life was tor every one.“ It was a time for sharing, plant- ing gardens, canning food and the simple things. The Cedar-Riverside community was rich with schools and churches. Anderson said that there are few schools like Augsburg that can point to so Continued on page 9 Earth Day plans page live ‘Dream’ opens page eight Show less
Page Two Commentary WWO Friday, April 19, 1991 Behavior not acceptable To the Editor: On April I2, at approximately 12:15 am, myself, and the male R.A. warned four male residents of Urncss that they were too loud. Five minutes after the ver- bal warning was issrred by their R.A., two of the... Show morePage Two Commentary WWO Friday, April 19, 1991 Behavior not acceptable To the Editor: On April I2, at approximately 12:15 am, myself, and the male R.A. warned four male residents of Urncss that they were too loud. Five minutes after the ver- bal warning was issrred by their R.A., two of the residents urinated on my door. This act is one of the most vulgar, juvenile, degrading and disgusting responses to authority that I have encountered in my three years here. I feel harassed and humiliated. The questions that I am compelled to ask are: Why was my door urinatcd on if it v isn‘t me who issued the w. .iing? And, is this acceptable behavior for adult Augsburg students? I think the correct response to the first of these queries is that it is because I am a female and perhaps viewed as an “easier‘ target than their male R.A. And I can only hope that the correct response to the second of my questions is a resounding “NO!” Sincerely, April Munson First Floor R.A., Urness Student union speaks out To the Editor: The events and displays during Africana History Month are put tip so that the Augsburg com- munity can obtain more informa- tion on the black contribution and culture in America. The Pan-African students con- gratulate all those who attended, helped arrange sortie of our events and learned from them. However, there are a few con- cerns that need addressing. Gwyn Lehnen in the Feb. 22 Echo claims that ASAC deserves the credit for being the primary sponsor for the “marvelous event“ of Joe Clark's Iecttrrc. This is true. The Pan-African Student Union had agreed to co» sponsor bringing Ms. Yolanda King, the daughter of the late Martin Luther King. as the speaker for the Africana History Month. Apparently ASAC, who had the responsibility of con- tacting the speaker, failed to get Ms. King and proceeded to invite Mr. Joe Clark, who accepted. v Letters to the Editor Unfortunately, ASAC didn't see fit to notify us of this change but went ahead publicizing this event. Thus the Pan-African Stu- dent Union had nothing to do with bringing that “sham” of an educator who claims he has solu- tions for the black educational crisis. Enough has been said about this man’s warped educa- tional philosophies, but ASAC still saw it fit to bring this man during the month that is sup- posed to celebrate black achievements—not big-mouthed roadshows. Maybe the next time ASAC sponsors a speaker they should check on the person’s standing in his community and in his profession. Yes indeed, ASAC can have all the glory! In the library there was a display, which is still there. on black literature and portraits of f *mous blacks. The Echo \\;ts \ ing a good job informing the Augsburg community of what's going on, but I was very dis- appointed at the poor and mis- leading coverage given to this display. I am referring to the article by a coShow less
0mmentary Humor are among the greatest gifts that we will ever receive, and laughter helps us to mend and grow. It may not be the overall cure, but it sure is a great form of relief. I have seen a lot of pain in others and when there is no cure, laughter makes the problem seem just a bit more... Show more0mmentary Humor are among the greatest gifts that we will ever receive, and laughter helps us to mend and grow. It may not be the overall cure, but it sure is a great form of relief. I have seen a lot of pain in others and when there is no cure, laughter makes the problem seem just a bit more manageable. This gives us a chance to take a breath and to have a better look at the problem and maybe solve what seems so overwhelming. You may or may not have found that one practical joke funny, and I know that whatever I write here today probably won’t change that. But if you learn nothing else, always remember that the problems you face probably won‘t be solved by a simple laugh, but nothing works better to soothe the pain at least for a little while. Oh, one more thing, when you laugh it makes it easier to enjoy life a little more. So take the time to laugh and see the joy that you‘ve been missing—take a walk in the park on a beautiful fall day, watch kids playing, listen to the peaceful sounds of falling rain, catch a glimpse of a sunset. The options are unlimited! Paul Shumaker Leavei By CHRIS BOOSALIS Columnist All I have to say is thank God this isn’t the first run—in I‘ve had with authority, as it probably won’t be the last. So far, the Dean has written in about me and my malfeasant malevolence, along with several students—and former students to boot! Luckily there‘s no such thing as bad publicity. I understand that even a marketing major (yes, a real LIVE one) sent “fang” mail in, too. And as everyone knows: when the marketing majors start in, you can BET things are pretty rough. By WENDI T. STORHOFF Contributing Writer While the Minneapolis Domestic Partnership ordinance may be ignored, the Star Tribune now displays the validity of gay and lesbian relationships in its “Celebrations” section, bringing the ordinance into the living rooms of 349,600 metro subscribers every Thursday. My partner and I along with the Hanson-Monson couple were the first to place our celebratory an- nouncements in the domestic partners section of the Star Tribune. The most common question we were asked (by heterosexuals) was why we would want to do such a thing. Our first response has been to ask why heterosexual couples would want to place an an- nouncement. We aren't any dif— ferent from them in that we, too, are filled with pride and joy and want our personal history re- corded in our community. Another reason we placed our announcement in the Star Tribune was that the gay/ lesbian movement has been working for years for equal time in the media; to not take this oppor- tunity would have been counter- productive to that struggle. It is very important in fighting myths about gays and lesbians that the true story is told in the media. We think it is very important that Minnesotans see our pictures in the paper so they can see for themselves that we could be the people next door. After we decided that we would place an announcement, we had the task of writing it. We began by modeling ours after the heterosexual examples in the Star Tribune '5 brochure. We soon realized that there were a multitude of things heterosexual couples could take for granted in Perspective Partners seek acceptance making their announcements, things that for us could have serious repercussions. Other ads contained not only the names of the couple but their parents‘ names, their schools and workplaces, as well as commu- nity organizations they were in- volved in. We. debated over each possible item. We immediately decided to leave out our parents’ names knowing they were less than supportive of our commit- ment to one another, knowing they would be upset at the con- nection our announcements would already place with them. We did include our colleges because we thought it important that people could identify with and know from now on that there were and are gays and les— bians in every classroom. We thought this especially important for religious private schools, who often view gays and lesbians as existing only somewhere else. After placing our announce— ment we anxiously waited its publication. Yes, we were afraid. Yes, we worried about violent bigots we knew would be up in arms about our ad. But if we quit because of them we would be letting prejudiced violence win. We were anxious, yes. But, more so, we were victorious about the media attention for issues and actions surrounding the Domestic Partnership or- dinance. Yet we were saddened as well: we hope we live to see the day that gays and lesbians who are proudly announcing their commitments to one another are seen as common- place, that when my partner and I announce our 50th anniversary it will seem no more extraor- dinary then a heterosexual couple who has been together that long. WWO My current troubles reside only on the “local” level; what most of you aren’t aware of, however, are my past antics at the “state and national" level. In June of 1987, I signed my life away to the US. Navy to become a “Seabee,” and to this day I don’t know what that is or what that means—all I know is that a Seabee has something to do with explosives and that, ac- cording to my recruiter, the character “Ward Cleaver" was purported to be one on Leave It To Beaver. Well, if Ward was a Seabee, hey . . . cool. I left for California (Camp Nimitz) almost immediately after high school graduation—but not before seeing the family doctor. During the last’ three months of high school, I devoted most of my spare time to Lester, a former Marine and current pilot for Continental Airlines. It was under his care and guidance that I got in shape for boot camp. Well, Lester wasn’t exactly schooled in the proper weight training techniques—sadism, maybe, but he was big. And thanks to Mr. Marque de Sade, I wound up with severe pain which the doctor diagnosed as either: a) Dear Ron: Dear Ron, I think Boosalis was clearly wrong to blame tuition increases on President Anderson. What I can’t figure out is why you haven‘t written to defend him. I am never sure what side to take on an issue until you come out with your opinion. Then I just take the opposite side. That method has worked for years. Now that so many people are coming out with factual informa— tion about costs, procedures and other colleges, it is obvious that Boosalis was just blowing off steam, that he doesn’t have a shred of evidence for his posi- tion. What bothers me is that if he is so clearly wrong, why haven't you come out in sup- port? Laughing At You Because Your Ideas Are So Dumb Dear Mr. or Ms. Laughing Dumb, Even though you are making fun of me, I am impressed by your insights. Yes, I am sym- pathetic to the position Boosalis has taken. I don't think he was just blowing off steam. I also deeply wish that he had written more carefully so he couldn’t be so easily refuted. He has set himself up as an easy target and been appropriately blasted. But, Dear Reader, put Chris' message in these words: My education costs are going up almost $1,000 and there is really nothing I can do about it. I can't make more money. If I try to borrow an extra thousand I t to Chris . hernia (bad); b) left testigula (worse); c) pulled muscle (not bad at alll). “I dunno," the doctor said. “My eyesight’s bad . . . see a Urologist." Well, about the time Lester and I parted company, the pain subsided; I figured I was in perfect health. Besides, nothing showed up on the MEPS physical the day I left, so I figured my groin muscle had healed up. And before I could blink, I was in California: 1,000 miles from home, head-shaven and dressed in the tightest, most unyielding clothes I‘ve ever worn . with steel—toes and bell— bottoms. The first week was rather pleas- ant: they only hollered at us while we were awake. And fur- ther, the food was definitely ex- quisite though not entirely discer- nable. In between the yelling, the food and the sleep, we marched. And marched. And marched. And marched. So there I was: 1,000 miles from home in the summer heat of California, bald and marching and marching . . . Two weeks later, the groin Page Three pain returned. I figured it was due to my government issued shorts which were much too small. And I wasn’t going to say anything . . . until I found out about the Navy’s policy concern- ing unreported medical prob- lems: we were told that if we had seen a doctor about a medical problem prior to boot camp and didn’t tell the nurse, we'd face seven years minimum in Fort Levenworth prison for false enlistment. Well, I had seen a doctor and it wasn't on my record; therefore, I was guilty. I freaked. So there I was: 1,000 miles from home, bald, facing possible prison and freaking out. And I wasn't quite sure what to do. I called the nurse over, told her I was experiencing groin pain, possibly due, according to my far-sighted, aging, family doctor, to either a hernia or a testigula or a . . . I got as far as testigula before she rudely broke in: “If that were true of your testes, you couldn‘t walk!“ “Oh?” I asked. “You‘ve had this problem yourself?" Continued on page 4 What about tuition? might not fine a lender. If I do, the $1,000 will cost me $2,000 or more before I am done. I‘m mad and no one at Augsburg is going to do anything about the costs. Those who write suggesting that Boosalis transfer are missing the point. Other schools are do- ing the same thing, and students at other schools are doing what Chris did, railing against the system. To transfer is obviously useless and usually leads to loss of credits which leads to more costs. Many people objected to the attacks on President Anderson by pointing out that the board of regents detErmines costs. Perhaps they missed the point Chris was making because he stooped to cheap and tawdry invective in— stead of classy invective. Presi- dent Anderson is the most powerful person by far at Augsburg. If he had directed the staff to prepare a proposed budget based on an increase of $100, instead of almost $1,000 per student, the staff would have tried. If he had gone to the regents to argue against the in- crease, the increase would have been smaller. Dr. Anderson would have had an angry faculty and staff but a happier Boosalis. If someone wants a real change, as Boosalis does, the college president is the one to persuade. Chris tried a direct approach more likely to temporarily release his frustration rather than pro- duce results, but he was talking about the person who could have made the most difference. One item used as a criticism of Chris puzzles me. William Urseth says that Augsburg looks at other colleges to help determine tuition increases. That sounds to me as if the colleges all work together to raise prices. That sounds like a legal kind of collu- sion to me. I would prefer we set our prices without checking to see if our competitors were doing what we were. Pat Noren took a much more reasonable tone than Boosalis, but one thing in her column troubled me a lot. She probably will never contribute to Augsburg, she says. My undergraduate college fired its two best English teachers for the wildly unlikely reason that they were too disruptive in their ques- tioning of accepted dogma and of the administration. I spent much of my time at the school on probation. I still, however, contribute out of respect for the faculty I admired, because of what the school did positively for me and because my old friends call and ask me to contribute. Those who follow Pat‘s advice will be punishing the faculty and the students who do enroll, not the president or the regents—all who will be gone while most of the present faculty are still here. Dear Ron, I am a junior from Fort Knox, Kentucky. 1 don’t know why Boosalis made such a fuss about President Anderson and didn’t mention you. Anderson at least works for his money. I heard that next year Augsburg is going to pay you a full salary from Jan. 1 through May 31, and you don’t have to teach a single class. I pay a few thousand to this place and am expected to study my buns off to get a few lousy credits. Then Augsburg takes my money and pays you many thousands to sit around studying. I don't get it. Why do you get paid for doing what I pay to do? If Augsburg uses money that carelessly, no wonder costs are going through the ceil- ing. What can you say to justify yourself? Disgruntled Dear Disgruntled, Interesting questions. I don‘t have more space in this issue, thank goodness, but I will con- sult Lapakko, Sabella and Mit- chell and see if I can come up with an answer. Show less
Page Four Ideas behind transferring “There's a sense of community here. ’ said xldam Grage, a junior who attended Marika/o Slate and Roe/tester Community College. He chose Augsburg because it was the only school he was not affiliated with in any way. He wanted to try something new. —PlIIr/() by... Show morePage Four Ideas behind transferring “There's a sense of community here. ’ said xldam Grage, a junior who attended Marika/o Slate and Roe/tester Community College. He chose Augsburg because it was the only school he was not affiliated with in any way. He wanted to try something new. —PlIIr/() by Nmer ,4 [ml-Hajj Rehea‘a Person transferred as a junior from North Hennepin C om~ mutiin College. "I like Augsburg as a school, " she said, but she does not like many of the policies involved in transferring. “They lower your class ranking to a freshman. " —Phu/o by \‘umA [ml-Hajj @5220 Leave it to Chris The military deals with wise- asses much differently than Augsburg does—two very large guards hauled me up and carried me off to the military doctor. Now what I didn't know was that the doctor was from Bloom- ington and knew my brother-in- law. And what the doctor didn’t know was that I had consumed seven full glasses of milk that morning to feign dehydration. And as soon as he said, “Head to the left and cough." the pain shot forth—bringing up 2 quarts of used milk along with it. So there I was: 1,000 miles from home, bald and puking. He washed and returned a bit overly sympathetic. He asked me if there was a history of cancer in my family. I nervously said there were several cases, but, despite that fact, I could really use a cigarette if he could spare one. What ever he said next I don’t remember. All I heard was the word “cancer.” So there I was: 1,000 miles from home, bald and “dying” of cancer. The doctor and I talked about Bloomington and Richfield and Minnesota and my brother- in-law—then he told me I was going to be discharged because my Na‘vy insurance hadn't kicked in. l, of course, thought it was because my case was terminal. He handed me a large, blue “discharge” envelope and pointed me in the direction of Camp Nimitz H.Q. I walked to H.Q., entered and stood at at- tention before the most profusely decorated man I’d ever seen before. “What the hell do you want, recruit? Candy?" I handed him the blue envelope. “Oh, leaving are you? S'mat- ter, mommy miss you?" She did, but that wasn‘t the point . . . remember, I was dy- ing. What I needed was a plan. And fast. “Sir,” I said, “this recruit wishes not to leave. The Doc says I have to, but I don‘t know what I’ll tell my father if I don‘t complete basic training. You have to let me stay. I must finish . . On and on and on I went. About my country. About my family. About how I had to “do it" for my dad. And I soon found myself in Medical Hold, watching televangelism at tax- payer expense, and having a coke w ing. Transferring from Concordia College in St. Paul, junior Carol Rein- both came to Augsburg for the mathematics department. She likes it because of the people and she finds the classes a little more challeng- — Photo by Naser A bul- Hajj Friday, April 19, I991 Continued from page 3 paid for by the “epaulet guy.“ I left for home three weeks later and was diagnosed to have varicose veins, something quite different from cancer. l was pretty relieved to say the least. 50 here I am: Four years, one war and several tuition increases later; full head of hair; four classes shy of a diploma; and people I don't even know write about me in the paper. Go figure. And since I didn’t finish the Navy, it doesn’t take a marketing majer or a bored regent or even a kollege deen to tell me I’m not right up there with Ward Cleaver—but I guess that‘s not so bad: Seabee or no Seabee, Ward's dead and all I have is varicose veins. And all you get is my column. Immediate Benefits of Quitting Smoking The minutes one stops smoking, the human body goes to work to repair the damage caused by smoking. 0 Smoker’s cough will lessen or disappear. 0 Cough and phlegm production due to chronic bronchitis and em- physema disappear during the first few weeks of quitting. 0 Respiratory function improves and breathing becomes easier. 0 One’s energy level rises. 0 Individual self esteem improves due to a great sense of ac- complishment by quitting. To learn more about the benefits of quitting smoking, con- tact the American Lung Associa- tion® —the Christmas Seal People® —in the white pages of your phone book. .4 [Ba DeRider is a junior from Bemidji State. She came to Augsburg to attend a good social work school in the cities. She enjoys the many opportunities to do things. "This fall I ’m going to study in Mexico, " she said. "A ugsburg is more in the mainstream of things. ” —Phoro by New AbuI—Haj/ Emily Deters transferred from Waldorf College in Forest C it y, Iowa. Waldorf is only a two year college, and she knew someone that had graduated from Augsburg, so she came here. "I wish it was more like Waldorf in some ways, " she said. She doesn '1 like the phone billing system here because we have to pay in increments of 540. —Photo by .‘v'aser Abul-I-la/j Show less
Friday, April 19, 1991 Fellowship granted Ax?) I Phyics 1 ooks promising \ Senior Jason Heffelfinger will continue his studies in physics at the University of Minnesota next fall. By ADAM GRACE Features Editor After commencement one of Augsburg’s graduating seniors has assured himself a promising... Show moreFriday, April 19, 1991 Fellowship granted Ax?) I Phyics 1 ooks promising \ Senior Jason Heffelfinger will continue his studies in physics at the University of Minnesota next fall. By ADAM GRACE Features Editor After commencement one of Augsburg’s graduating seniors has assured himself a promising future at the University of Minnesota starting next fall. Jason Heffelfinger, a senior majoring in physics, applied at the university between last fall and early winter after submitting his GRE scores, transfer of credits from Augsburg and three personal references. The aid package gives him a $13,500 allowance, along with his paid yearly tuition. It is a 12 month fellowship which is renewable each year. At the university Heffelfinger will do specialized work in the —Pholo by Mama Brown chemical engineering and material sciences department. “The depart- ment is like a cross between chemistry and physics," Heffel- finger said. “It has a lot of areas that I could specialize in.” Heffel- finger considers the university to be a “strong possibility" in com— pleting his doctorate degree in four or five years. Heffelfinger said he had also applied .at the University of Wisconsin for aid; however, he found out the package at Wiscon- sin included duties such as teaching and research assistant. “At the university, the duties of assistant and other jobs will come later." He explained, “I didn't want to have to think about those duties until later on in my work.” TERESA KANE LAURA FERRY ARI McKEE RANDA DOCK ADAM GRACE NICOLAI KAMPMANN ROBERT MANNING NASER ABUL—HAJJ MARNA BROWN STEVEN TAFF KELLY BRENNAN CHRIS BOOSALIS RON PALOSAARI BETTY CHRISTIANSEN JONATHAN FURE TOMMI-RIVA NUMBALA WENDY GENSKOW BOYD KOEHLER Contributing Writer: Wendi T. Storhoff. team —-—(he Student Voice as litigating College—.— Editor in Chief Assistant Editor News Editor News Editor Features Editor Arts & Entertainment Editor Sports Editor Photography Editor Photography Editor Production Editor Cartoonist Columnist Columnist Copy Editor Copy Editor Copy Editor Business Manager Faculty Adviser Stall thas: Gate McGivem, M. Dutch Johnson, Lisa Murphy, Cassandra Moering. Photographers: Pete Sorenson, Gene McGivern. m WWO Environment: Earth Day to unite campus By M. DUTCH JOHNSON and LISA MURPHY Co-Chairs, Augsburg Chapter of MPIRG On April 22, the Augsburg chapter of Minnesota Public In- terest Research Group (MPIRG) will stage “Hands Around Mur- phy Park." This Earth Day demonstration will reveal the col- laborative efforts and cohesiveness of organizations on campus, but more importantly the willingness of individuals to act together on an issue that affects us all: the environment. At 1:00 pm, rain or shine, Augsburg will join hands and form a chain around Murphy Park, at which time two crabapple trees will be planted in the spirit of social and ecological reconstruc- tion. The Minneapolis Park and Recreation board will attend. The social-environmental sickness that afflicts the planet can only be healed through con- certed, committed and ethical ac- tions by the world’s people. We ask all concerned movements and individuals to join in this day of massive nonviolent resistance of pollution around the world. If in- terested in attending, contact Dutch Johnson at x1328, and please recycle this paper after reading. Reading promoted with national celebration By CASSANDRA MOERING Staff Writer Where can you go to hear peo- ple read in French, Chinese, Braille, Norwegian and see sign language? Or to hear a preview reading of Augsburg’s production of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream?" The Augsburg College Library celebrated National Library Week with a Read Aloud Day. Augsburg students and faculty participated in the reading on Thrusday, April 18 in the library lobby. Some of the readers wore costumes and many came to listen. The American Library Associa— tion sponsors the National Read Aloud Day to bring attention to reading books. Public and college libraries across the country have scheduled celebrities to read aloud from their favorite books. “This program brings that per- sonal, intimate, secure feeling (back) to reading," said Elaine Cline, the Augsburg library direc- tor. Reading allows you to use your own imagination. Many people have experienced going to a movie and faced the disappointment of its portrayal if they have already read the book. Visual interpreta» tions of books or music enable the directors to show us their imagina- tions. Having famous people read gives programs, like the Read Aloud Day, the recognition they need. Classifieds Help Wanted Camp for deserving youth on Pelican Lake, north of Brainerd waterfront. Counselors, nurse and kitchen help. (612) 731-1166. Photographers and Assistants Events, evenings and weekends May and June. Reliable and pro- fessional appearance required. Provide own transportation. Call 9 to 5: 1-800-247-3435. 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For unknown reasons, the U. pledge’s brothers dropped the “naked” Greek off at Si Melby Saturday morning. He was first seen, 'mconspicuously. in the men‘s locker room, and then more shockingly, in the co-ed training room and racquetball area. in keeping with his initiation rules, he went up to the first person he saw and rattled off a bizarre speech about those parts of his body normally clothed, and then asked to be sent on a “degrading” mission. To the baseball player's credit, he didn’t send the pledge to Murphy’s while people were trying to eat, instead, he wished him luck and walked quickly away from the scene. In the not-so-unlikely possibility that the pledge has since been forgotten by his frat brothers—athletes and coaches should consider leaving extra towels lying around, and maybe bus fare. Don’t you think you‘ve had enough? Professor Gene Skibbe, of the Religion Department, recovered nicely from eye surgery on Thursday, April 11. He was heard asking for breakfast and a “double coffee" after being wheeled out of the recovery room. Louie, Louie, you really got to go. Tickets are still available for the Louie Anderson concert at the Northrup on April 27. For $25. Augsburg ticket holders also get to schmooze with Louie at a 4 pm. reception in the Foss Center atrium. Anderson, a native St. Paulite and nationally-known comedian, is a donor to the col— lege and performed a benefit on campus last year to raise funds for an American Indian student scholarship. SURVEY: Classe en masse. The Class of 1991 will be the largest class in Augsburg’s history, with approximately 445 seniors eligible to graduate, topping the 1989 record of 410. These large numbers have necessarily reduced the amount of guest tickets available per person—now down to six, with no extras—and has started the powers that be to wonder what we'll do if the trend continues. Some options being considered are: separating day/weekend or May/ December ceremonies, finding a new site off campus and reducing guest passes even further. The Echo wants to know your opinion—send a note through campus mail and we’ll print the results. Touch Series. On Tuesday, April 9, the Pan-African Student Union held its fourth annual “Touch Series." This session is designed to help the students in- teract not only with one another, but with themselves. M. Anita Gay and Nancy Meadcraft directed the session which was at- tended by students and friends of the Augsburg community. Meadcraft started the program by asking everyone to say their names. The rest of the crowd would say what they felt upon hearing the name. After this in- troduction, everyone was asked to close their eyes while one person in the group went around and touched everybody’s hand. Peo- ple were able to tell the difference in personality of each individual who touched their hands. This session made people feel serene and also allowed some to express their joy. anger and sadness with the rest of the group. Show less