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Voting for SGA’s next executive board begins today and will end at 6:45 p.m. Tuesday. Some of the executive slates’ platform points showed to be more internal goals that do not rely on the cooperation of different departments and administrators. For those that do depend on cooperation, administrators told the Daily News whether they believed Spark’s, Fusion’s and Cardinal United’s goals were feasible.
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Oscars host hits with risky humor Seth MacFarlane pushes limits in comedic emcee performance ANNA ORTIZ ASSISTANT FEATURES EDITOR | features@bsudailynews.com The Oscars hit its 85th year on Sunday with a resounding bang. The stage thundered with performances, acts and the footsteps of award-winning directors and actors. With close competition and so many film legends packed into one place, this particular show had its golden moments and “did that just happen?” double takes all orchestrated by host Seth MacFarlane. The cast of “The Avengers” squabbled before presenting “Life of Pi” with best cinematography and visual effects. The star-packed “Les Miserables” cast reunited and sang live on stage. Jennifer Lawrence tripped up the stairs while receiving “Best Actress.” Joining WHO TOOK Hollywood’s most recognized film HOME THE talent was First Lady Michelle OSCARS? Obama via telecast, who presented Film legends make memorable the award for best picture with Jack speeches and Nicholson. However, as Family Guy performances creator MacFarlane held the mic, + PAGE 3 he pushed the limits of comedy as far as he could go. Here’s the funny, inappropriate and awkward countdown of the 2013 Oscars. McFarlane described the violent Best Picture nominee “Django: Unchained” as a “Chris Brown and Rihanna date movie.” Following the joke, MacFarlane said in an aside, “That’s what they were afraid he would do.” In reference to the use of the N-word in the film, MacFarlane said the movie was “loosely based off of Mel Gibson’s voicemails.” During MacFarlane’s opening Oscar’s speech, a giant screen displaying a distraught William Shatner as Captain Kirk interrupted the spiel. Shatner warned that the Oscars will be a disaster. Claiming to be from the future, Shatner showed what would be the show’s darkest moment. This includes MacFarlane dancing and singing with a tuxedoed chorus in a number called, “We Saw Your Boobs,” which correlated actresses such as Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway with films where they appeared topless. Another revelation from Shatner presented MacFarlane doing a reenactment of “Flight” using only sock puppets. The Denzel Washington sock puppet downed hard liquor and snorted cocaine in the cockpit. MacFarlane dressed as Sally Field’s T.V. character in “The Flying Nun” and shared his undying love. MacFarlane, suspended by wires, hovered over Field as she ate dinner in the green room and persuaded her to run away with him. This ends in a make-out session and the two speeding away in a Trans Am. Last but not least the dirty-minded teddy bear of MacFarlane’s latest comedy, “Ted,” wandered on stage with Mark Wahlberg. Ted demanded to know the location of “the big post-Oscars orgy.” Finally Wahlberg conceded that it was at Jack Nicholson’s house.
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Cardinal United plans to add to the Blue Loop and create a new Purple Loop to service students southeast of campus and the Village. They said Sue Weller, director of Facilities Business Services and Transportation, supports their plan and said the funds are there to implement these plans. The Daily News could not reach Weller.
Fusion also said they have talked to students who were unhappy with the way the new Banner system and wish to find out how to make it better. According to the Office of Educational Excellence, which oversees the Banner, Fusion has not talked to them about the system. See SGA, page 4
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June 15, 2011 Oh Fusion Japanese Restaurant signed a lease with Milhaus Development.
Since April 2012, three Village businesses have filed lawsuits with MD University Square. Oh Fusion Japanese Restaurant and Skin Deep Tattoo have closed since then. These are the events that led to the lawsuits.
Nov. 1, 2011 Skin Deep Tattoo signed a lease with Milhaus Development.
July 8, 2011 Cardinal cupcakes and coneys signed a lease with Milhaus Development.
Feb. 17, 2012 Milhaus Development sent a final letter alerting the owner of Skin Deep Tattoo that he had five days to vacate the property for failing to pay his first security deposit of $1,250 that was due Nov. 1, 2011.
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April 23, 2012 Milhaus Development filed a complaint against Oh Fusion Japanese Restaurant that said the owner owed $20,003.86 for failure to pay rent. The owner of Oh Fusion then counter complained and said Milhaus Development failed to properly maintain the building.
Jan. 15, 2013 Oh Fusion Japanese Restaurant closed as part of the settlement agreement.
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Feb. 6, 2013 The owner of cardinal cupcakes and coneys filed a complaint. Milhaus Development has not yet filed a response. March 8, 2013 Plans for the University Square building will be presented to the county by potential buyers.
April 30, 2012 The owner of Skin Deep Tattoo filed a complaint against Milhaus Development for not properly maintaining the building. Milhaus Development responded by filing for possession of property because the owner didn’t pay the first security deposit installment.
April 25, 2013 The trial will be held between Milhaus Development and the owner of Skin Deep Tattoo.
What’s next? Local business owners prepare for the future following lawsuits EMMA KATE FITTES CHIEF REPORTER
The future of the University Square is uncertain after three businesses filed lawsuits against MD University Square for not maintaining the building. Plans for the property will be presented by potential buyers on March 8 to the county at a Delaware-Muncie Metropolitan Planning Commission meeting, said Gregg Donaldson, asset manager for Milhaus Development, which owns University Square. Donaldson said he is unsure about what future plans for the space. “I don’t know what the development is going to look like, or even if it is going
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to occur, there are so many hurdles that need to be gone through,” Donaldson said. “There’s always the hope of new development, but ... everybody’s got to be in support of everything. I think the community wants to see something happen there.” The structural integrity of the building is in question, though. Three tenants have filed lawsuits within the last year. MD University Square originally filed a complaint on April 23, 2012 against Oh Fusion Japanese Restaurant owner Danny Oh claiming he failed to pay rent, according to case documents.
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1. MD University Square filed a lawsuit against Oh Fusion Japanese claiming the owner failed to pay rent. 2. Oh Fusion filed a counter claim claiming MD University Square failed to maintain the property. 3. The restaurant closed on Jan. 15 after the owner reached a settlement with MD University Square.
1. The owner filed a lawsuit against MD University Square claiming the company didn’t maintain the building. 2. MD University Square responded by filing for possession of the property claiming the owner didn’t pay the first installment of his security deposit. 3. The owner’s attorney withdrew from the case and the hearing will take place on April 25.
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1. The owner filed a lawsuit against MD University Square claiming the company didn’t maintain the building. 2. She also claimed a representative of the company “intentionally misplaced, lost, and/or destroyed checks ... in an attempt to have [the owner] in default of contract.” 3. MD University Square has not yet responded to the owner’s complaints.
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Spark plans to work to provide financial assistance and fundraising opportunities for study abroad and immersive learning project students. John Jensen, Study Abroad International Programs director, said he has talked with Spark and agrees with their plan because he believes anything to get students more funding is a good idea.
Pope Benedict XVI has reshaped the papacy simply by giving it up. But how? As the first pontiff in six centuries to step down, Benedict has carved a new path for his successors who decide they cannot rule for life. But scholars say the repercussions could reach beyond just changing how pontiffs leave to ultimately shape perceptions about the authority and signifi-
cance of the pontificate. “A lot of what it will mean has to do with what subsequent popes do. Does this become a precedent for future popes to follow or not?” said Phillip Thompson, executive director of the Aquinas Center of Theology at Emory University. Benedict’s pontificate will end at 8 p.m. Thursday. He plans no role in the conclave that will choose the next pontiff, and will retreat to a life of prayer in a monastery behind Vatican walls. His decision shocked the church. But papal resignations are expected to become more likely over time because of extended lifespans
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ABOUT POPE BENEDICT XVI’S TIME AS PONTIFICATE APRIL 19, 2005
Pope John Paul II is succeeded by German Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger who becomes the 265th leader of the Roman Catholic Church and chooses the name Benedict XVI. NOV. 29, 2005
Restrictions are put in place by the Vatican that prevents homosexuals from becoming priests. JULY 7, 2007
The pope meets demands of church traditionalists by allowing the traditional Latin Mass to be celebrated more widely. NOV. 6, 2010
The pope visits Spain and attacks abortion and gay marriage, both
of which had just recently been legalized in Spain. JULY 25, 2011
The Vatican recalls its ambassador to Ireland after a rebuke of the Holy See by the Irish parliament after claims the church covered up sexual abuse cases. OCT. 6, 2012
The pope’s former butler, Paolo Gabriele is found guilty of stealing sensitive documents by the Vatican court. FEB. 11, 2013
The pope announces his intention to resign amidst claims that he is too “old and frail” to continue. SOURCE: abc.com
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LOS ANGELES — Ben Affleck’s “Argo,” a film about a fake movie, has earned a very real prize: best picture at the Academy Awards. In share-the-wealth mode, Oscar voters spread Sunday’s honors among a range of films, with “Argo” winning three trophies but “Life of Pi” leading with four. Daniel Day-Lewis became the first person to win three best-actor Oscars, the latest coming for “Lincoln,” while “Hunger Games” star Jennifer Lawrence triumphed in Hollywood’s big games as best actress for “Silver Linings Playbook.” Ang Lee pulled off a major upset, winning best director for the shipwreck story “Life
of Pi,” taking the prize over Steven Spielberg, who had been favored for “Lincoln.” It was the second directing Oscar for Lee, who also won for “Brokeback Mountain.” The supporting-acting prizes went to Anne Hathaway for “Les Miserables” and Christoph Waltz for “Django Unchained.” It was Waltz’s second supporting-actor Oscar in a Quentin Tarantino film after previously winning for “Inglourious Basterds.” Tarantino also earned his second Oscar, for the “Django” screenplay, a category he previously won for “Pulp Fiction.” From the White House, first lady Michelle Obama joined Jack Nicholson to help present the final prize to “Argo.” “I never thought I’d be back here, and I am because of so many of you in this academy,” said Affleck, who shared a screenplay Oscar with pal Matt Damon 15 years earlier for their breakout film “Good Will Hunting.” Among the wisdom he’s acquired since then: “You can’t hold grudges — it’s hard but you can’t hold grudges.”
Kind words for an academy that overlooked him for a directing nomination, making “Argo” just the fourth film in 85 years to win best picture when its director was not in the running. Lawrence took a fall on her way to the stage, tripping on the steps. “You guys are just standing up because you feel bad that I fell,” Lawrence joked as the crowd gave her a standing ovation. At 22, Lawrence is the second-youngest woman to win best actress, behind Marlee Matlin, who was 21 when she won for “Children of a Lesser God.” With a monumental performance as Abraham Lincoln, Day-Lewis added to the honors he earned for “My Left Foot” and “There Will Be Blood.” He’s just the sixth actor to earn three or more Oscars, tied with Meryl Streep, Jack Nicholson, Ingrid Bergman and Walter Brennan with three each, and just behind Katharine Hepburn, who won four.
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TOP LEFT: Students discuss the opening to the Academy Awards at Park Hall’s watch party Sunday. Park had a red carpet that ran down the hallway to the multipurpose room, a tradition for the residence hall. The event offered popcorn and multiple types of punches and hors d’oeuvres. RIGHT: Students gather in the DeHority Complex lobby to participate in “DeHority goes to the Oscars” on Sunday. The event offered food, games and a photo booth to the students. The event started at 6:30 p.m. and allowed students to get food and fill out ballots prior to the start of the awards. BOTTOM LEFT: Students fill out ballots with their nominee choices during the watch party Sunday in DeHority Complex. Attendees were encouraged to dress up for attendance. Watch parties were held at a number of locations around campus including Park Hall.
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Dozens more in Pa., Ohio claim abuse by former friar Weeks after death, victims come forward in 12 different states | THE ASSOCIATED PRESS TOLEDO, Ohio — About 50 more people have come forward to say they were sexually abused at Catholic schools in Pennsylvania and Ohio by a Franciscan brother who killed himself in January, said an attorney who settled 11 alleged abuse cases against the friar. Brother Stephen Baker, 62, stabbed himself in the heart at a western Pennsylvania monastery on Jan. 26, a little
over a week after the disclosure of financial settlements in alleged abuse cases in Warren, Ohio. A coroner told the Altoona Mirror that Baker left a short note apologizing for his actions. The new accusers have alleged in recent weeks that they were abused between 1982 and 2007, attorney Mitchell Garabedian said Sunday. Some said Baker abused them even after he left teaching in 2000 when he would attend school events in Johnstown, Pa., Garabedian said. The latest allegations come from people in 12 states who went to school in Warren or were either middle school or high school students in John-
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stown, Garabedian said. The Boston attorney said he’s also heard from four people who say they were abused by Baker. Baker was named in legal settlements in January involving 11 men who alleged he sexually abused them at a Catholic high school in northeast Ohio. The undisclosed financial settlements involved his contact with students at John F. Kennedy High School. Baker taught and coached at John F. Kennedy High School in the late 1980s and early 1990s and was at Bishop McCort in Johnstown from 1992 to 2000. He taught in Michigan in the mid-1980s.
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LEFT: Jason Walls, a masters student in counseling psychology, and Kodee Walls, a counseling psychology doctoral student, walk together in the “Everybody Get Moving: Walk to Raise Awareness for Eating Disorders” Sunday in Worthen Arena. RIGHT: Lianne Gann, a second-year counseling master student, holds up a tag to represent people she knows who have been affected by eating disorders. Other events will be hosted this week by the Counseling and Health centers such as “Everybody’s Different: Panel Discussion about Body Image and Diversity,” “Healthy Eating for Everybody: How to Navigate Dining Out,” and “Mirror Mirror on the Wall: How Media Messages affect Everybody.” There are also eating disorder screenings every Sunday through Thursday at the L.A. Pittenger Student Center lobby or at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center.
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Baker taught and coached at John F. Kennedy High School in the late 1980s and early 1990s and was at Bishop McCort in Johnstown from 1992 to 2000. He taught in Michigan in the mid-1980s. WHAT
Brother Stephen Baker, 62, stabbed himself in the heart at a western Pennsylvania monastery on Jan. 26, a little over a week after the disclosure of financial settlements in alleged abuse cases in Warren, Ohio. A coroner told the Altoona Mirror that Baker left a short note apologizing for his actions.
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and the growing demands of the pontificate, Thompson said. Travel is now a major responsibility due largely to the globe-trotting example of Pope John Paul II. Shepherding the 1.1 billion faithful requires constant contact through the Internet. These days, Catholics far from the Holy See can watch the weekly general audience, ask the pope questions on Twitter and pray in
real time along with pilgrims in St. Peter’s Square. As a result, staying on until death can mean a very public decline. John Paul, suffering from Parkinson’s disease and other health troubles, could no longer walk or talk when he died in 2005 at age 84. The pope is regarded as a teacher, an international diplomat and an administrator, but he is also the vicar of Christ — a leader with a divine mission. Benedict’s retirement raised
fears that the pontificate could be viewed as less holy. Some questions have even focused on the much misunderstood Catholic teaching on papal infallibility, the office, not the person, and only when a pope invokes apostolic authority to define doctrine or morals for the entire church. Yet, many Catholic scholars say the act has in some ways demystified the papacy, especially given the intense focus in the final days of Benedict’s
pontificate to the 2012 scandal over leaked Vatican documents. At the Feb. 11 Vatican event when Benedict made his dramatic announcement, the 85-year-old leader said he had examined his conscience before God and decided his strength, due to old age, had “deteriorated in me to the extent that I have had to recognize my incapacity to adequately fulfill the ministry entrusted to me.”
April 30, 2012, also claiming the roof leaked and the building wasn’t maintained. MD University Square responded by filing for possession of property because Hassett’s first security deposit installment wasn’t paid by the time it was due. “He had some water leaking into his place that he alleged caused some damage to some computer equipment,” Malapit said. The complaint also said the City of Muncie had found the building “unsafe for occupation” three times. “Any time you have a case like this, where there is a landlord-tenant situation, you kind of have differences of opinion that happen where who is responsible for maintenance and upkeep on a building,” Malapit said. “That’s generally what it was about.” MD University Square filed to evict Hassett. According to the default notice mailed to Hassett before the lawsuit, the lease said he was to pay the first $1,250 installment of the security deposit on Nov. 1, 2011. A stop was put on the check before it went through. The letter warned Hassett that “failure to comply... will force the Landlord to begin the eviction process and seek possession of the space.” MD University Square sent another letter dated Feb. 17, 2012 that said Hassett had five days to vacate the property before “further action is taken.” Malapit said there is still no agreement and a trial is set for April 25 between Hassett and
MD University Square. “We try to treat people as we want to be treated,” Donaldson said. “Everything is covered by legal contracts and sometimes people don’t follow those.” The most recent lawsuit was filed on Feb. 6 by Melissa Bucur, owner of cardinal cupcakes and coneys. She filed a complaint against Donaldson and MD University Square. Bucur alleged in her lawsuit that Donaldson “intentionally misplaced, lost, and/or destroyed checks... in attempt to have [Bucur] in default of contract.” Bucur also listed upkeep problems similar to the other lawsuits, including cracks and openings in the ceiling and the water being shut off, and that Donaldson didn’t fulfill his promise of a redesigned exterior. MD University Square has not yet responded to Bucur’s complaint. Bucur, Oh and their attorney David Sneden said they have no comment at this time. The Daily News was unable to reach Hassett, who split from Sneden during the course of the lawsuit. In a letter to Hassett dated Feb. 22, 2012, Sneden informed him of his intention to submit a Motion to Withdraw from the case and urged him to “consult other legal counsel.” As for the fate of University Square as a whole, Donaldson said he will not know the plans until the meeting March 8 since the decision is up to the potential buyer and MD University Square.
Chris Ellison, owner of Cleo’s Bourbon Bar and Red Bird Tequila and Taco bar in the Village, said he has heard multiple rumors regarding University Square, including the possibility the building will be torn down in June. Ellison has recently secured two new properties in the Village in case he needs to move his businesses. “Our plan is to move out,” Ellison said. “The plan is to tear the whole block down, that’s supposedly what they filed. That’s what we were told, that the building was coming down potentially in June.” He said if the right approvals aren’t cleared, the building could remain in the same state. Donaldson said he is always looking for new tenants for the vacated properties, although they don’t have a specific person moving in because of “everything that is going on.” Ellison said he would support the idea of changes to the University Square. “I think it would really benefit the Village,” he said. “There are some issues with that building. It would be all new development coming in and I think it would be a really good fit for the Village.” Whatever the decision is, Ellison said he will keep Cleo’s and Red Bird in the Village. “If they don’t tear the building down we will stay in our current locations, it’s really up to M.D. University Square,” he said. “The ball is really in their court if they want us to stay there or move our location.”
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| CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 According to the lease agreement, Oh agreed to pay $2,500 in rent on the first day of each month from October 2011 to May 2012, after paying nothing for the first three months of their contract. Oh failed to make any payments and owed MD University Square $20,003.86, including $1,000 in late fees and $903.86 in interest, as of nine months before he was evicted, according to court documents. Oh counter complained, claiming MD University Square failed to properly maintain the building, including the space’s roof, which had numerous cracks that allowed water and other debris to leak into the building. As part of the settlement agreement, MD University Square took over the property and waived some of the money Oh owed them. “Neither party admitted any fault as part of the agreement,” Thomas Malapit, attorney for MD University Square, said. “Even though most parties are ready to settle a case, most parties are not willing to admit that they made any mistakes or admit any fault or liability.” Oh Fusion officially closed Jan. 15 as a part of the settlement agreement it reached with MD University Square. Malapit said Oh does not currently owe MD University Square anything and the case will be officially closed as soon as everyone signs the dismissal documents. Ronald Hassett, owner of Skin Deep Tattoo, filed a lawsuit on
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CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts — A false report of a gunman at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology that briefly caused a campus-wide lockdown Saturday stemmed from an electronic message sent to police, authorities said. Officers searched for a man reported to be carrying a long rifle and wearing body armor but found nothing unusual, Cambridge police said. The report — that alleged that the gunman was barricaded inside a building on campus — turned out to be a hoax, and there was no threat to public safety, state police spokesman David Procopio said. Cambridge police received the tip in an electronic chat message around 7:30 a.m., but witnesses on the scene eventually contradicted it, spokesman Dan Riviello said. Neither police nor MIT specified how the tip was received, though the police department’s website says anonymous crime tips may be made via text message or email. “The MIT community was sent a precautionary text message at 8:52 a.m. asking them to remain indoors and shelter in place,” the university said in a statement issued following online criti-
cism over delays in alerting the public that a gunman was possibly on campus. It did not explain why it took more than an hour to issue the alert. A search by MIT and Cambridge police, along with state police troopers, led officers to declare that the scene was clear. “No armed suspects were found in the building or on campus and police believe that the event, as reported, did not occur,” according to a statement by Cambridge police. Investigators are trying to identify the prankster and will pursue criminal charges if they do, Riviello said. He declined to provide additional details or confirm reports that the IP address used by the prankster has been traced to New York. John DiFava, chief of MIT’s campus police, acknowledged the delay in telling students about a possible gunman on campus. “I have to look into it and find out the reason for the lag,” he told the Boston Globe.
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SPARK CULTIVATE PRIDE AND APPRECIATION
Spark plans to bridge the gap between the Muncie and Ball State communities with one of their platform points. Spark members have spoken with Muncie Mayor Dennis Tyler, who told Spark he never receives invitations to Ball State events, such as Oprah Winfrey and David Letterman hosting a conversation at John R. Emens Auditorium in November. The slate had not spoken to Cheryl Crowder, director of Muncie Downtown Development. Crowder said she believes a partnership with SGA would make a large impact for the community. BLUE LIGHT APP
Spark plans to promote the development of a Blue Light app that would connect students to the University Police Department if they feel threatened. Spark said they have talked to Muncie Police Department Chief Steve Stewart who supports the plan. The slate has not contacted UPD Chief Gene Burton or Assistant Chief Bob Fey.
FUSION DINING OPTIONS
Fusion would like to expand the acceptance of Cardinal Cash at businesses in the Village and give students the option of eating at a Late Night Snack Shack after dining halls close. Jon Lewis, director of Dining Services, said no one from Fusion had talked to him about their platform ideas. “I have always encouraged these groups to talk to me first to see if we can’t drill down on what the possibilities are,” he said. “Without hearing further details but I highly doubt it. I have no idea what the university interest would be in doing it.” SORORITY HOUSING
Fusion said they wish to play a passive role in the implementation of sorority housing as well as be the line of communication between greek students and faculty. Jennifer Jones-Hall said sorority housing was on the university’s strategic plan, however it is not on the greek life strategic plan, which means there is no guarantee the plan will be implemented. “Do I think a slate could help us — no. I’m not trying to be rude but I don’t think they have done their homework to see how it works and if we really need help,” Jones-Hall said.
Fusion said they believe Ball State’s wireless access has some flaws they hope to repair. Fusion said they tried to contact University Computing Services but have not talked to anyone. The Daily News could not reach Unified Technology Services. DANCE MARATHON
Fusion said they plan to work with Ball State Dance Marathon to increase attendance. BSU Dance Marathon declined to comment on plans, saying they did not want to support any candidates, although they will appreciate any support.
CARDINAL UNITED CELLPHONE CHARGING STATIONS
Cardinal United has said they plan to talk to position cellphone charging stations inside Bracken Library and the L.A. Pittenger Student Center. They said the stations cost $75 a piece, and have several ports to fit every type of phone, including older models that aren’t smartphones. SUBLEASE SEARCH
Cardinal United also said they plan to create an online system that resembles “Roommate Search” to help students find subleasers. Cardinal United has also said they wish to create a system for online students to create a system to report issues on the Ball State campus as well as any issue they have. Jim Lowe, director of Engineering and Construction Operations, said there is already a system to report mechanical issues on campus. Cardinal United said they are aware of the current system and wish to expand on its use. SGA PHILANTHROPIC GRANT
Cardinal United plans to add a $500 bonus to the organization that gets the most “Ashley points” during Homecoming Week, which the organizations can use for a nonprofit of their choice. Michelle Johnson, director of Alumni Special Events, said she agrees with the plan. F.U.E.L.
In order to increase retention of leaders within university organizations, Cardinal United plans to create a program called First Undergraduate In Leadership, or F.U.E.L, The program would be a once a month, semester-long program to teach students how to be leaders within their organizations. Mitch Isaacs, director of student life, said he liked the plan. “Retaining student leaders in their organization is always a good goal,” Isaacs said.
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All of the executive board slates agree that morale in the Student Government Association has been down this year, and one slate seems more capable than the others to unite the Senate. From addressing internal issues to adding shuttle loops on campus, Cardinal United has the skills the university needs at the moment. Voting for this year’s SGA election takes place today and Tuesday, so the Daily News editorial board invited candidates from Spark, Fusion and Cardinal United to go over platform points and answer questions Sunday. Each slate has its own strengths; Spark elaborated on its platform of strengthening relationships between Ball State organizations, and Fusion has big proposals to better students’ experiences, but Cardinal United seemed to have the right balance of attainable goals with long-lasting effects. Cardinal United has done extensive research for each of its platform points and has already
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taken initial steps to implement changes. Fusion has ambitious ideas for campus, including expanding dining options for students, “supporting” sororities to get housing and expanding Parking Services’ Oops Voucher program, but most of their platforms are just that: ideas without any solid research or in-depth conversations with the proper administrators. We think Spark could rise to the occasion if elected, and the slate has useful connections to various organizations, but it has the least amount of SGA experience — two members have no SGA experience at all and presidential candidate Malachi Randolph and vice presidential candidate Chloe Anagnos both have been involved for less than a year. But SGA needs an executive board that can bring the organization together, who knows the ropes and could put SGA back on the right path. Cardinal United has the most student government experience — three out of four of its
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WEDNESDAY Men’s basketball returns home after stepping out of conference play to host Central Michigan.
THURSDAY Women’s swimming and diving prepares for its final meet of the season at the MAC Championships.
Women’s basketball looks to keep pace in the MAC standings with a road game at Central Michigan.
Cardinals split weekend games, now 3-4 on season Pitching, defense struggles despite getting 2 wins DAVID POLASKI STAFF REPORTER | @DavidPolaski After coach Rich Maloney stressed last week that pitching and defense would be the keys to victory, both seemed to fall flat over the weekend as Ball State battled Bradley, Northwestern and Lipscomb. Most notably was the team’s loss Sunday afternoon, when the offense piled eight runs onto the scoreboard, but pitching woes and defensive errors gave Bradley 13 runs of its own. “Pitching and defense have to be our two staples for us to have any chance,” Maloney said. After having one of the least dangerous offenses in the MidAmerican Conference last year, Ball State is averaging nearly five runs a game so far, but the team sits at just 3-4. In three of those losses, Ball State had pitchers who were blown up in an inning. It happened to several pitchers over the weekend. Friday night, Ball State starter Nestor Bautista was rocked for five runs in just over three innings. Reliever Clay Manering came in and pitched the rest of the game, shutting Northwestern down and not allowing another run. But the damage had been done. “Nestor has a really good arm,” Maloney said. “Now he needs to take it from the bullpen and into the games.” Ball State’s pitching struggles reached further than just Bautista. Left handed pitcher Kyle
Raleigh started for the Cardinals on Sunday, but didn’t last long despite striking out three of the first four batters. Raleigh exited the game after recording just seven outs. He was rocked for five runs combined in the second and third innings, although his defense didn’t provide much help. After Bradley’s first run of the third inning scored, outfielder Sean Godfrey dropped a fly ball that allowed more runners to score. A few pitches later, shortstop Elbert Devarie scooped up a ground ball, but his throw sailed high above Billy Wellman, allowing another run to cross the plate. Miles Moeller quickly came in the game and ended the inning, Ball State trailing 5-1. “We played poorly for half of the game and dug ourselves into a hole,” Maloney said. A manageable four run hole ballooned into a 10 run deficit just an inning later. Moeller got just one out in the fifth, and left after giving up three runs. Cameron Schooley relieved him and got out of the inning, but not before giving up three more. The pitching implosion wasted Ball State’s strongest offensive outing of the season. The team’s
BSU STARTER RESULTS FRIDAY AFTERNOON
Chris Marangon, W (1-0) 6.0 IP, 8 H, 4 R, 2 BB, 2 K FRIDAY EVENING
Nestor Bautista, L (0-1) 3.2 IP, 6 H, 5 R, 4 BB, 5 K SATURDAY
Scott Baker, W (2-0) 5.0 IP, 7 H, 2 R, 4 BB, 3 K SUNDAY
Kyle Raleigh, L, (0-1) 2.1 IP, 6 H, 5 R, 2 BB, 3 K offense played well over the weekend, scoring 23 runs over the four games, including one home run which was the third of the season. Despite the struggles, Ball State did have a few pitchers who stood out. On Friday, T.J. Weir came in for the eighth inning and converted a crucial double play that helped save a 7-4 win. The next day, Scott Baker continued his hot start this season. He gave up just two runs in five innings of work, then reliever Jon Cisna came on and pitched a shutout for the final four innings, allowing just one hit. “The first three games, we played solid baseball,” Maloney said. “No errors, and some timely relief pitching in our wins.”
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