Vol. LXXXV, No. 4
Struggle for the LEED
DEERFIELD ACADEMY, DEERFIELD, MA 01342
THE NEW GREER OPENS
By JACQUI COLT Staff Writer
When the Koch Center opened in 2007, the Deerfield community took pride in this beautiful facility. It boasted a café, a planetarium, state-of-the-art classrooms, and a shiny gold plaque directly ahead of the front doors. In the three years since its dedication, the Koch Center has undergone a few minimal changes—the doors are easier to open, the quartz that lined the walkway is gone—but one change some may not have noticed is the disappearance of the gold plaque in which many Deerfield community members took great pride. That plaque, reading “United States Green Building Council LEED Gold,” certified that the Koch Center was one of the most innovative and environmentally-friendly buildings in the country. In order to achieve certification, according to the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) website, buildings are surveyed and awarded points for five different categories: sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy and atmosphere, materials and resources, and indoor environmental quality. Within these five areas (and two bonus categories of innovation in design and regional priority), the points are tallied up to 100 total (plus 10 for the bonus).
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The number of points received determines the building’s level of certification. The Koch Center received a Gold level LEED certification upon its completion for earning between 60 and 80 points. So why does this plaque no longer hang in the Koch Center? The answer to this seemingly simple question has proved difficult to obtain. In fact, none of the five faculty members asked about the loss of the LEED plaque seemed to know anything about it. Chief Financial Officer Joseph Manory declined to speak about the issue. Whether or not the Koch Center will be getting its plaque back remains to be seen. Based on faculty speculation, this seems to be a possibility.
Deerfield Community Says
Goodbye to Izzy Marley ’11 By YU JIN NAM Front Page Editor
to organize the event. The memorial service began with greetings from Mr. EmerStudents and faculty gathered son and Head of School Maron September 16 to pay tribute garita Curtis. to Vittoria Isabelle (Izzy) Marley Short speeches from Izzy’s ’11, who sustained a fatal head friends, teachers, and teammates injury from an accidental fall off followed; they reminded the aua golf cart on September 3 in Ja- dience of her unique spirit. maica, her home country. Com“Izzy wouldn’t have wanted ing just a week before the new this [service] to be about sadness school year began, the news dev- and mourning, so we wanted to astated students and faculty alike. emphasize all the amazing things Izzy was about to return to she had done,” said Gibson. campus as a four-year senior. She Many members of the communiwas a phenomenal golfer and led ty later thanked Gibson and Levy both the Deerfield golf team and for the commemoration. the Jamaican junior team to nu“Izzy Marley was such a merous championships. unique person…like a legend Izzy’s two close friends Rachel that will never die,” said Levy. Gibson ’11 and Becky Levy ’11 “So thanks for the memories, Iz, arranged this special farewell. and I know that your spirit will Dean of Students Toby Emer- live on here at DA in all our days son, along with other deans, IT, of glory, and here in our hearts and staff members, also worked forever.”
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Whether or not the controversy over the LEED certification has something to do with the four-year lawsuit with the architects of the Koch Center, Skidmore, Owens, and Merrill, is still unknown; the lawsuit was settled in 2009. The USGBC has declared that decertification is a possibility if the building in question fails to adhere to the five main principles. The council states that the project “must be a complete, permanent building, utilize a reasonable site boundary, comply with environmental laws, comply with minimum occupancy rates, and share energy and water usage data with the council.” It seems that the lack of the LEED plaque in the Koch Center will remain a mystery until further notice.
Radio Nowhere
By CHARLES JONES and NINA SHEVZOV-ZEBRUN Staff Writers Last summer, Deerfield’s student-run radio station, WGAJ, permanently shut its doors. Even though the school decided to scrap the program several years ago, it made final arrangements regarding the sale of the station’s frequency just months ago. Widespread use of the station, which, according to Student Activities Coordinator Timothy McVaugh, was “at one time very
October 13, 2010 popular,” declined over recent years as fewer students owned radios and listened to the station. According to Chief Financial Officer Joseph Manory ’80, “There was a lack of interest on the part of students [in the station]…so it just didn’t make much sense to continue to offer the program.” In addition to a lack of student interest, Mr. McVaugh cited the costliness of the station’s upkeep as a reason for its demise. The Finance Office sold the valuable FCC license to WFCR, a public radio station based at UMass in Amherst, that has radio coverage throughout western New England. After the $10,000 sale, the call sign changed to WNNZ-FM. As for the future of studentrun radio, WFCR has agreed to work with Deerfield students, promising that “there will be opportunities available for those interested in broadcasting to work directly with WFCR,” said Mr. Manory. Dean of Students Toby Emerson is available to coordinate with interested students. Online video streaming may be a superior option for student broadcasting. “Based on how technology has evolved, video streaming is where we would logically go, but there are issues to look into, such as the interest from students, the need for faculty support, the IT infrastructure required to make it work, and the cost of running such a program,” Mr. Manory said “I’m excited about what [broadcasting] can morph into… what it can become,” said Mr. McVaugh. He added that the goal and challenge of such studentrun broadcasting is “to appeal to the most students, faculty,...[and alums] as possible.”
How To Write an Interesting Life By ANDREW SLADE Editorial Associate William Zinsser ’40, a writer, editor, and teacher in New York City, is this year’s Heritage Award winner. Mr. Zinsser spoke at the October 5 school meeting primarily about his life and the changes that he encountered. “Writing is a process and living is a process,” he told the school. He believes that too often in our society we have the feeling that one draft of something is enough. In writing and life, this is not the case. He also repeated the idea that he has treated writing as a craft just like any other job. He thinks the key to writing well is to take on the challenge with enjoyment and some personality. Mr. Zinsser told his audience to “look for what it is in you that makes you want to write about
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this.” Writers do something useful every day by making sense of the world. After graduating from Deerfield, Mr. Zinsser went to Princeton. His time there was cut short when he was stationed overseas in World War II. When he returned, he started his childhood dream as a journalist for the New York Herald Tribune. Aside from journalistic writing, Mr. Zinsser has written eighteen books, including his most famous one, On Writing Well, in which he shares what he personally has learned on writing throughout his life. His other books range from memoirs (Writing Places; Writing About Your Life) to jazz (Mitchell and Ruff) to baseball (Spring Training) to the craft of writing (Writing to Learn). In the 1970s, Mr. Zinsser was the master of Branford College at Yale University where he
taught an influential nonfiction workshop. Today, he continues to teach in New York at The New School and the Colombia Graduate School of Journalism. The Heritage Award was created in 1984 by the Executive Committee of the Deerfield Academy Alumni Association and is given to an alumnus whose professional and personal achievements represent a special contribution to the betterment of society. A committee of faculty and students look over the nominations and vote for three finalists. The Executive Committee then makes the final decision. In past years, the award has gone to a Nobel prize-winning physicist, a senator, the head of the National Geographic Society, politicians, the creator of Muppet Babies, and a former secretary of the Air Force.
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OPINION/EDITORIAL
OCTOBER 13, 2010
Editor-in-Chief ELISABETH STRAYER Front Page YUJIN NAM
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October 13, 2010
Letter from the Editor
According to William Zinsser, one of the most important rules of writing, and journalism in particular, is to “get it right.” With each news article, The Scroll strives to be accurate, objective, and informative. I believe that we have met with success in this aspect. However, we have been subject to criticism regarding recent articles in the Opinion/Editorial section, causing us to consider how much freedom of speech high school students can and should have. I think teenagers are completely entitled to have their own opinions on politics, religion, social issues, and other supposedly “adult” matters. And just because a student writes a particularly liberal or conservative piece doesn’t mean that the entire community shares that student’s belief. The word “opinion” derives from the Latin opinari, “to think.” In suggesting that students should not possess opinions or share their unique perspectives with the community, are not such critics saying that students should not think or expand the horizons of others? Deerfield prides itself on the rigorous education its students receive. We engage in philosophical discussions, explore the relevancy of classic texts, and compose analytical essays on political and socio-economical themes. In a way, Deerfield’s mission is to teach us to think for ourselves. I hope our readers recognize that students’ opinion articles are a testament to the success of that mission. As always, if you have your own opinion on something you read in The Scroll, never hesitate to share it. Please send any thoughts—or potential Opinion/Editorial pieces—to scroll@deerfield.edu or estrayer@ deerfield.edu. -Elisabeth Strayer, Editor-in-Chief
STAFF REPORTERS: Nastassia Adkins, Lizz Banalagay, Delaney Ber man, Nolan Bishop, Casey Butler, Jacqueline Colt, Ross Gordon, Lizzy Gregor y, Philip Heller, Sonja Holmberg, Kristy Hong, Claire Hutchins, Charles Jones, Jade Kasoff, Stefani Kuo, Daniel Litke, Cour tney Mur ray, Hadley Newton, Nina Shevzov-Zebr un, Sharon Tam, Elisabeth Yancey, Hyun Yang, Nicholle Yu
Boys’ varsity and jv water polo winning both games against Choate (9-3, 9-3)
STAFF PHOTOGRAPHERS: Ben Bolotin, Megan Cai, Sarah Cox, Will Fox, Daniel Han, Nina
The new Greer and Fitness Center
Kempner, Susanna Kvam, Louisa Schieffelin
The Deerfield Scroll, established in 1925, is the official student newspaper of Deerfield Academy. The Scroll encourages informed discussion of pertinent issues that concern the Academy and the world. Signed letters to the editor that express legitimate opinions are welcomed. We hold the right to edit for brevity. The Scroll is published eight times yearly. Advertising rates provided upon request. Opinion articles with contributors’ names attached solely represent the views of the respective writers. Opinion articles without names represent the consensus views of the editorial staff unless otherwise specified.
The Dinner Dilemma
Dr. Curtis’ office hours
Silly bandz! Not booing the freshmen cheer Using cell phones during the day
Lack of large salad bowls because students forget to bring them back to the dining hall
The the new system of table assignments seems to assume that day students will not be attending sit-down dinners. Tables 63 through 69 operate during lunch only, so boarders at those tables have separate assignments for sit-down dinners. Day stu- ITS not supporting Macs bought dents assigned to those last few tables are not given a sit-down table through the school by those for dinner. who already received IBMs While some day students choose to leave campus before dinner, many stay to attend club meetings, rehearse in music ensembles, or go to extra help sessions. Dean of Students Toby Emerson announced at school meeting that students who arrive at full tables must seek out another table upstairs. However, students can feel awkward approaching table heads they don’t know. Students who take the trouble to shower and don class dress after co-curriculars should have the comfort of enjoying a meal at their own table. The following is a Student Council housing proposal. Responses to the proposal The school website states: “[Day students] often remain on campus until late evening to study and socialize with friends. [They] are Our housing philosophy is as other students. However, the welcome at all evening meals.” But are they really? very similar to our philosophy Dean of Students’ Office may regarding community meals. At deem a student an appropriate Deerfield, we value our sit-down candidate for extra picks if he or meals because we think it is good she receives zero Accountability for our students to mingle, meet Points, rooms in a double or a triThe new Greer Store and Fitness Center are undoubtedly excel- new people, and engage in con- ple room the previous year, etc. lent, beautiful, and expensive facilities, and they reflect the generos- versation with a variety of teach- This means that if a student is ality and love for Deerfield held by our graduates, their families, and ers. When housing our students, lotted “extra picks,” that student friends of the community. we also hope to offer them di- may draw again in the lottery. Why, then, is it nearly impossible to find a table free of trash and versity and the chance to meet Rising underclassmen will be mess in the Greer? Why was Mr. Greer himself picking up students’ teachers and students whom allowed to sign up with a partner trash shortly after the opening? Is the Deerfield community incapable they might not have sought out in the draft. In the selection proof cleaning up after itself ? on their own. cess, underclassmen will select To disrespect Deerfield facilities is to disrespect the Deerfield comDuring the spring term, the the hall they wish to be in, rather munity itself — the workers, fellow students, teachers, and benefac- students and the deans will meet than the room that they pretors who all cherish the stunning campus we are so lucky to have. for a housing lottery. There will fer. Deerfield wants to promote Perhaps we can look to our seniors to promote this community be no pre-draft priority to stu- balanced halls and encourage clean-up spirit — policing the facilities as enthusiastically as senior dents who had lower picks in returning students to meet new grass would undoubtedly lead to a spotless campus, one reflecting the draft from the previous year. students. Upperclassmen will true Deerfield values of being worthy of one’s heritage. Students who wish to sign up in also be allowed to sign up with a doubles or triples will not have partner. Based on their priority in priority over other students and the lottery, they can select what will participate in the same draft room they desire to be in.
No more Friday winter term dress-down days
Student Council Housing Proposal
Why is it so hard to clean-up?
We wish to extend our deepest sympathy to Tricia Kelly and to her brothers
John Kelly ’66, Richard Kelly ’75, and Kevin Kelly ’78 on the death of their mother ANN M. KELLY 1922 - 2010
IN MEMORIAM RONALD HNATH Deerfield Security Friend, Teammate, Guardian 1975—2010
can be emailed to scroll@deerfield.edu. Each spring, the Dean of Students’ Office assigns students to their rooms for the following fall. Once assignments are announced, the committee will not make any changes to the fall housing roster beyond those minor modifications that become necessary on the rare occasion when a student withdraws over the summer. Students are encouraged to discuss issues of incompatibility with their proctors, faculty residents, and their deans, and should be aware that no housing changes will be made before Thanksgiving. While we often consider student preferences as expressed in housing applications, the Academy reserves the right to reject all preferences and to assign students to rooms considered to be best suited to their needs.
Congratulations! to Kate Bergeron and Erik Olsen on their marriage June 19, 2010 Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
OPINION/EDITORIAL Marhaba! Greetings from My G a p Y e a r
The Deerfield Scroll
By KAYLA CORCORAN Contributing Writer Turning down the second dirt road on the left, I listened to the slow roll of the car over mountain gravel and watched the landscape unfold before me, feeling with every subsequent turn that we were driving over the edge of the Earth. Jordan is a palimpsest: memories of ancient times seep through the layers of history, melting into the modern era. Exploring the ruins of the Roman capital city Jerash, scrambling up the stone steps of the Ampitheater in downtown Amman, and wandering through the well-worn stalls of vegetables and spices in the souq are powerful testaments to the cultures and traditions of the people who have come before us.
My internship at King’s Academy as a junior fellow follows a similar pattern. Days are spent in the Academic Support Center helping students to develop skills in timemanagement, note-taking, test-taking, and general organization, in order to help them discover their best learning styles. But when the class bell rings for the end of the day and I head off to assistant coach, act as a table head during sit-down meals, or offer homework help in the dorm, my understanding of this school only deepens. However, what I love most about Jordan is being able to appreciate the small pleasures of life while also feeling like a part of the larger picture. During Ramadan, we abstained from eating or drinking in public out of respect for those fasting, and each evening we all celebrated the end of the day
The Ryan Way By THEO LIPSKY Editorial Associate As the November elections approach and Republican candidates sense the possibility of regaining the majority in Congress, discourse has taken an extreme tone. It is normal for parties to polarize as candidates seek to define what it is they stand for and how they differ from their opponents in policy. However, as a result of President Obama’s progressive policies, and Republican efforts that have frustrated their enactment into law, the tone building up to the elections has been particularly bitter. Adding to the mix is the Tea Party’s populist challenge to the Republican establishment. As we hurdle towards the November finish line,
the American public is left with a political landscape littered with candidates on both sides touting particularly zealous rhetoric. Meet Paul Ryan. A Republican congressman representing Wisconsin’s 1st district, Ryan is an increasingly rare breed of legislator — one that has separated himself from the partisan bickering and absolutism. In contrast with his party’s standard, which has drifted farther right under Tea Party influence, Ryan is moderate (if not left of center) on key domestic issues such as the environment, energy, and education. Meanwhile, his fiscal policy is decidedly conservative. However, two characteristics most set Ryan apart from the toxicity of today’s congress. First is his insistence upon holding what he calls an “adult con-
together, partaking in the traditional iftar meal after sunset. Sometimes a dinner will last several hours, spanning all kinds of conversations spoken in both Arabic and English, serving as opportunities that have already allowed me to form new and meaningful friendships. When the entire school gathered last weekend during orientation for the KA Jam, students and faculty sang, danced, acted, and competed against the junior fellows in a “Chubby Bunny” marshmallow-eating contest. The energy of the KA Jam was yet another reminder of why I have chosen to spend my year here. I felt drawn to King’s because of its newness as a school, and I love the idea that students, fellows, and teachers alike mature and develop personally as the school
versation” on the budget, debt, and entitlement reform. It only takes a glance at daily headlines to understand why he thinks the “adult” factor is lacking in today’s “conversation.” On the right is Christine O’Donnell, the Republican senatorial nominee for Delaware, who has on record claimed the rise of AIDS in America is linked directly to the removal of Bibles from our public schools. On the left is Alan Grayson, a Democratic congressman running for reelection in the 8th district of Florida, who called his opponent Daniel Webster “Taliban Dan” in an attack ad, using out-of-context quotes from a speech Webster gave to paint him as a chauvinistic Christian fundamentalist. In contrast, Ryan’s own rhetoric, whether it is on Chris Matthews’ Hardball debating fiscal policy or on the campaign trail this fall, has remained focused on policy. He has proven immune to what can
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grows and cultivates its own traditions. Watching events like the KA Jam play out successfully makes me proud to participate in that process. Jordan has whet my appetite for travel, adventure, and learning more so than ever. I am excited that the year is just beginning: I have no doubts that the coming months will be equally as rewarding and surprising as this past one has been. The possibilities of what this school can achieve seem to stretch on towards the horizon just as the landscape around it does. So, too, do the opportunities in front of you: take advantage of the wonders that our world has to offer. They’re only waiting to be discovered. *Contact kcorcoran@kingsacademy.edu.jo.
be described as an epidemic of political immaturity pervading campaign trails and afflicting the likes of O’Donnell and Grayson. The second quality making Paul Ryan a standout politician, especially amongst his own party, is his belief in ideas. While the Republicans collectively have been criticized as the “Party of No,” denying Democratic legislation passage while producing none of their own, Ryan is exempt. His plan to balance the budget and rein in what he considers unsustainable entitlements, labeled “A Roadmap for America’s Future,” is exhaustingly comprehensive. The question is then, why is Paul Ryan, a sound speaker, mature policy-maker, and producer of substantial legislation, not at the forefront of the Republican Party – instead of Christine O’Donnell? This gap between Ryan and his Republican brethren was emphasized when the party released
their “Pledge to America,” promising what would be done if they were granted control of congress. While it covered many of the issues Ryan is invested in, it did not mention his Roadmap, a surprise to many political commentators. This decision was a manifestation of the increasingly extreme Republican base. If the right wing does want to approach the issues facing the United States today, it is important that they take the more moderate of the two paths. If Ryan is to be slighted in favor of Tea Party candidates who have little understanding of the issues, then it would be safe to expect an indefinite continuation of the inertia-strangling congress. If any progress is to be made by the right, it lies in the likes of Ryan, whose legislation and comprehension of the issues at hand combine for an uncommonly able politician and statesman. *For sources, please contact the writer.
The Look That Lingers in Memory proceeded to fill me in for a good half hour on the social hierarchy of Deerfield; about kids from New York City and Greenwich and blonde hair and side parts and preppy clothing. About how the tables separated in the dining hall. I’d never met someone like Izzy — honest, opinionated, gutsy, rebellious, and individual. But most of all, she was persuasive. From her first question to me, she questioned me and made me question myself. In that moment I felt translucent, like any excuse I made for being from New York wasn’t enough to undo the unwelcomeness she had already felt and which she assured me I would become a part of. I was an impressionable new kid. She made me want to promise I would never be one of those, whoever they were.
“Izzy questioned me and made me Typical Izzy Marley: she loved to goof around and laugh with her friends, as she did with her friend and Ashley hall mate Alexa Napolitan ’11 (right).
By CHARLOTTE McLAUGHRY Contributing Writer I moved into Harold Smith a bewildered new sophomore in September of 2008. Almost exactly two years ago today I met a girl who has shaped my entire growth as a Deerfield student. After the first dorm meeting I sat awkwardly on
the common room couch not wanting to go back to my room alone when I was approached by a wavyhaired girl with glasses, blue polka-dot pajamas, and rainbow socks. “Hi, I’m Izzy,” she said, and stuck out her hand to shake mine in a very official manner. “I’m Charlotte,” I said. “Where are you from?” she asked, and when I said
New York she gave me what I call “the look.” Now if you ever had a conversation with Izzy, you know what “the look” is. The “seriously?” look — a flat, emotionless glare through her glasses: not unkind, just Izzy. Her response was universally understood, without needing any explanation. “Oh god, you’re one of those,” she said, and
question myself.” As the year progressed I became familiar with how Deerfield worked: where I could sit, and where I was not welcome. I was always welcome at Izzy’s table. Our friendship sprang up around our common dislike of exclusiveness. I think I always needed her more than she needed me, out of a necessity for a constant friendship when I had no friends, for an explanation, for a hug. I would lie on her fuzzy carpeted floor to lament getting
a bad grade, how smelly the Karbon’s dog was, and how I wished I knew how to golf. And sometimes I would yell at her about her stupid red alarm clock after she hit snooze eight times, and how I could hear it in my room. But she would peek at me from under her sheets and just give me the look: just a constant, evenly keeled Izzy. What she said to me on that first night changed the way I approached social interaction at Deerfield. She made me cautious; she encouraged me to be different and stand up for what I care about, even if sometimes it meant getting the look. In the two years since I met Izzy, I’ve changed. But I have never forgotten the honest admission of pain from my first real friend at Deerfield. Because of her persuasiveness, her wisdom, and her fearless honesty, I avoided stepping into the trap of becoming someone who only had to do with where I’m from. Deerfield has lost someone great. A pusher, a boundary-breaker, a questioner, a constant. But I can still promise you, Izzy, I will never be one of those. *This was Charlotte McLaughry’s speech for Izzy at the memorial service. *Rachel Gibson ’11 and Becky Levy ’11 encourage peers and faculty to sign a book they will send to Izzy’s family, containing a recording of the memorial service. For more information, email rgibson@deerfield.edu or rlevy@deerfield.edu.
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agpie Perches DA Cribz: Eastman & Morse Mon Bank Row By HADLEY NEWTON Staff Writer
Susanna Kvam Eastman and Morse utilize the edges of their room and leave the center open for dance parties.
By COURTNEY MURRAY Staff Writer Poc 222 is unlike any other female double on campus. The fight for this spacious room (with multiple windows) during the last housing lottery was fierce. Victors Elizabeth Eastman ’13 and Maggie Morse ’13 have created their own paradise. Formerly a faculty apartment, Poc 222 was converted into a triple last year. Eastman and Morse love their shared life. “We were so excited last year when we got the double! We had so much fun decorating the space to be our own,” said Morse. The main room is color-coordinated in neon green, blue, and white. A white flower lamp hangs over Morse’s bed on the right, and the wood floors are covered by a beige rug. Their furniture frames the
room, so there is ample floor space for dance parties and sleepovers. A monitor faces the girls’ beds in prime position for late night movies. Their bedding matches the color scheme, as do the massive white lanterns around the room. What makes Poc 222 unique is the attached bathroom. Eastman and Morse have given that a theme too. “We Dr. Seuss-ified our bathroom!” said Morse. A special blue One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish themed shower curtain masks the beige liner. A colorful bath mat covers most of the tile floor. In addition to the bathroom, there are Dr. Seuss mugs around their room. This bathroom is also connected to sophomore Emma DeCamp’s single. DeCamp signed up with the pair and joined them next door.
“I’ve really enjoyed my new job as fight breaker-upper,” said DeCamp. Green monkey hooks lie over every door and every piece of molding, adding to the whimsical feel of the double. “Our double is like a nice little house. We love it!” said Morse. As for the double lifestyle, Eastman and Morse are adjusting to different sleep schedules and homework issues, but they enjoy it all the same. Morse and DeCamp have also reported a ghost haunting the old apartment. The phantom is known to turn on the sinks and disturb trash cans. However, this does not deter the trio from having a good time! This Poc 2 double is known as one of the best-decorated and well-designed rooms on campus. The girls are open about their space, and always welcome visitors.
And a Hearty Welcome
It seems like the place to be when one enters the restaurant at 7:30 on a Thursday night. Every table is filled with casuallydressed groups, and overflow patrons sit on the dark wood pews at the entrance. Beyond this, the brick-walled bar attracts the more youthful adults with its large wooden counter and antiques adorning the wall. Magpie Woodfired Pizzeria, situated at 21 Bank Row in Greenfield, is a cozy pizzeria just a ten-minute cab ride away, right on the town’s main village green. Industrial design meets rustic décor in the busy dining room. Exposed pipes and ventilation are superimposed over creamy, yellow walls. The dark, checkered linoleum floor lies under tables seating up to eight people, although it seems as if the tables could be easily moved to accommodate more. On the walls, old-fashioned printers’ trays hang alongside flowerprinted trays. The eatery prides itself on the wood-burning oven. Diners can see the oven in the open kitchen at the back of the pizzeria. While the lights are dim, it is still easy to make out the chalkboard Specials menu hanging above the dough throwing counter. Once seated, each person receives a copy of the laminated menu. For drinks, there is a selection of local sodas, iced and hot tea, and various alcoholic beverages for those of age. There are an impressive seven choices for starters, ranging from $4.00 for a bread plate to $8.50 for the more substantial meatballs. The standout appetizer
is the warm, herbed goat cheese ($6.00). The light foccacia bread balances the hearty goat cheese topped with honey and roasted almonds. This savory option is easy to split with others. The four salads range from the field greens and herb house ($6.00) to the more flavorful orange, almond, and goat cheese salad ($9.50). For entrees, there are four pastas available, ranging from $14.00 to $16.50. There is also a pasta of the day listed on the menu with subtext that cleverly reads, “It changes….” These portions are rather large, so don’t forget to bring your appetite or someone with whom to share the dish. There are ten different pizzas to choose from, all between $9.00 and $14.00. Magpie offers a traditional margarita pizza and a classic cheese pie, along with more innovative items such as artichoke and pesto or potato and garlic pizzas. If none of these catch your fancy, you can also “build your own.” Regardless of what decadent toppings you put on, the crunchy yet chewy crust will keep you wanting more. The kitchen also tries to accommodate those with food allergies or special dietary needs. For dessert, save room for some fudge bottom pie or tiramisu, both of which cost $5.00. Cap off the meal with rich, warm coffee before heading out into the cold. Overall, the dining experience at Magpie is excellent and earns five Deerfield doors from the Scroll staff. Mon, Wed, Thurs, Sun: 4pm -10pm Fri, Sat: 4pm-11pm Tues: Closed (413) 475-3750
Dealing with the “Great Pretenders”
By DELANEY BERMAN stomach aches to vitamin and ELISABETH YANCEY deficiencies to fatigue. Ignoring the disease can result in stunted Staff Writers
Lousia Schieffelin New faculty from left to right: (top) Sam Bicknell, Alison DiNardo, Wayne Berger, (middle) Trevor McKinlay, Lauren Veit, Jennifer Marino, Brian Fry, (bottom) Daniel Roihl, Julia Rivellino-Lyons, Heather Liske, (not pictured) Gina Apostol, Michael Cary, and Tarah Greenidge.
Born in the Philippines, Gina Apostol joins the English department this year. She has won the Philippine National Book Award for Fiction and was a runner-up for the Prairie Schooner Fiction Prize. She taught English at the Master’s School for the past twelve years. Wayne Berger ’84 is joining the college advising office and varsity crew coaches. He has taught at both Hotchkiss and Groton and is the head coach of the Boston Rowing Club in Cambridge. A new language department teaching fellow of Spanish, Sam Bicknell has had years of experience working with youth. He has been awarded for his involvement in community service and for his outstanding participation and leadership in intramural sports. Michael Cary, after 14 years
away, has returned to Deerfield to teach English. Since he left in the ’90s, he has served Lawrenceville as a head of school, was the executive director of the Yellowstone Park Foundation, and was the director of major gifts at the Clark Art Institute in Williamstown. This year’s new Associate Director of Admissions Alison DiNardo just received her master’s in education from Harvard University. She will also be coaching varsity lacrosse. Brian Fry is a Teaching Fellow in the science department this year. He just graduated from Bowdoin College where he played on the ice hockey team and worked with outreach groups against sexual violence and assault. Working in admissions, teaching photography, and directing multicultural affairs,
Tarah Greenidge joins Deerfield after working as Director of the New Jersey SEEDS College Preparatory Program, which prepares motivated, financially challenged students for admission to competitive colleges. After living in Morocco for a year, Heather Liske joins Deerfield’s English department. She has past experience with living in dorms and coaching various sports at Western Reserve Academy and Groton School. Deerfield’s new Director of Music Daniel Roihl has studied music at both Harvard University and Yale School of Music. He has composed many choral works and is featured as a soloist on the soundtrack of the film I Am Legend. Jennifer Marino, a member of the Bates Class of 2009, has joined this year’s science department. Ms. Marino has
Gus Wellin ’11 and Colten McCormick ’12 head the glutenfree club, which is dedicated to raising awareness and providing support for students who face the challenges of eating a completely gluten-free diet. The club has grown to 50 members and hosts activities such as welcoming a guest chef to campus to bake gluten-free treats. Their latest guest chef was Pamela Wellin who, after her son was diagnosed, began a small gluten-free cookie business. The cookies can be purchased in the Koch Café and the Greer Store. Celiac disease, nicknamed “the great pretender,” and gluten intolerance are currently two of the most under-diagnosed conditions. They prevent nearly three million Americans from digesting wheat, barley, rye, and sometimes oats. Most symptoms are mild and can range from
growth or extreme weight loss. Eight students on campus have been diagnosed with either Celiac disease or gluten intolerance and regularly take advantage of the dining hall’s gluten-free options. “Statistically, that number should be higher,” said Director of Food Services Florrie Paige. For two years the dining hall has strived to provide comparable and tasty gluten-free substitutes for every meal. “The dining hall does a really fabulous job of letting us know what we can eat and providing it for us,” said Elyse Curtis ’12. Dining Hall Production Manager Roger Doiron has spent the past two years experimenting with more and more gluten free options as they become available. Both Mr. Doiron and Mrs. Paige would like to encourage students with these dietary challenges to feel comfortable taking advantage of the options available here.
earned All-American honors in track and holds records at Bates for the triple jump, long jump, and 4x400 meter relay. Trevor McKinlay, a native of New Zealand and graduate of Otago University, is joining the English department as this year’s Wilson Fellow. He brings with him considerable experience in education having been headmaster at the Wanguanui Collegiate School in New Zealand and Markham College in Lima, Peru. Julia Rivellino-Lyons joins
the history department this year to replace Conrad Pitcher, who is away on sabbatical. Mrs. Rivellino Lyons has taught at several peer schools, including Phillips Exeter and Milton Academies. Another Teaching Fellow in the science department, Lauren Veit just graduated from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute as a biomedical engineering major. She has spent recent summers in medical research programs. Information courtesy of the Dean of Faculty’s Office.
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Mr. Roihl Sees New Horizons for the Music Department By NICHOLLE YU Staff Writer Daniel Roihl joins Deerfield Academy this year as the director of the music department. Zatio Kone ’12 praised Mr. Roihl and said, “He’s passionate about his work and wants to see us succeed. I think he will do great things for the music program here.” Alice Lu ’12 concurred, adding, “Mr. Roihl does a great job demonstrating for us. He is always focused and very interested in what we are working on.” After only a few weeks, Mr. Roihl has been able to catch glimpses of the music program, and he is already impressed by what students have to offer. “Deerfield has a great program that includes a lot of bright and enthusiastic students. They pick things up very quickly, and I think I will have a lot of fun with the students here. Most of them already have a pretty solid foundation,” he said. Mr. Roihl hopes to develop the choral program at Deerfield more extensively. “In my time here, I hope to make choral singing available to every student in Deerfield that is
interested in it,” he said. He also has specific plans to turn his vision into a reality. He explained, “I want to move one of the choral programs into the evening, although I do understand the busy schedule that Deerfield students are involved with on a daily basis.” Mr. Roihl has taught at the University of Northern California and World Mission University, and has also gained vast experience in conducting, singing, and composing. His singing was also included in the movie soundtrack for I Am Legend. As an alumnus of Phillips Andover Academy, Mr. Roihl is familiar with the boarding school environment. He was drawn to Deerfield because it felt like “going back home,” as he grew up in the New England area, and returning from California was a long-awaited family reunion. He has high hopes for Deerfield and plans to discover the hidden talents of other students who wish to pursue chorus. Said Frederica Rockwood ’11, “Mr. Roihl pushes us to sound mature when we sing, and I’m sure his enthusiasm and passion will attract many new singers.”
Performing Arts Showcase on Friday By LIZZ BANALAGAY Staff Writer
After only a month of preparation, musicians, singers, actors, and dancers will take the stage to share their artistic talents with the audience. This Friday, Parents’ Weekend, the Deerfield community will gather in the large auditorium to experience the world of the performing arts. Short arrangements by the chorus, band, chamber groups, and orchestra will start the showcase. Rachel Fletcher-Slater ’12, pianist and xylophonist for the wind ensemble, commented on the short preparation time: “Everyone in the ensemble sight reads very well, so learning the music came fairly easy to us. It also helps when you play fun pieces like ‘Crazy’ by Gnarls Barkley.” Next to perform are the actors from advanced acting tutorial. Some actors will be at speech or debating events, or in Thailand for a Round Square trip, but Director of Theater John Reese said, “Since we have an amazing group of actors, I’m confident they will thoroughly entertain our audience.” The class has prepared several
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short comedic scenes, including a monologue by Mia Fowler ’11. “I’m super excited! This will be the first time my parents will see me perform a monologue,” Fowler exclaimed. The material is as good as the presentation, and Fowler found her monologue to be “so funny and cute that I was able to memorize it all on my own in less than week.” To close the night, dancers will display the wide range of styles offered by Deerfield’s dance program. “We will present five dances created by four professional choreographers and one student, Nina Shevzov-Zebrun ’12,” commented Jennifer Whitcomb, director of dance and department chair of the Visual and Performing Arts. Similar to the music department headed under Mr. Roihl, the dance department is on the brink of a new era with two new talented teachers, Crystal Nilsson and Stephanie Shumway. Ms. Whitcomb is pleased to showcase Deerfield’s “talented dancers at one of the first major events of the year.” The Fall Performing Arts Showcase will begin at 7:15 p.m. on October 15. Come enjoy an amazing night of music, theatre and dance!
By ANNA GONZALES Editorial Associate Imagine you want to read a book. But what if you do not have time to go to the bookstore? What if all the copies are sold out, or you live nowhere near a bookstore? If you own a Kindle, an iPad, or any other kind of electronic book, this will not be a problem. As long as you have your e-reader and an internet connection, you can buy a book with one click. Its great convenience is one of many factors that contribute to ebooks’ massive success since the unveiling of the Kindle in 2007. According to the New York Times, in 2010, sales of e-books qua-
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class by now,” Gregory said, and later expressed her desire to attend an art school in the future. Similarly, Sonja Holmberg ’11 received a full scholarship to attend Rhode Island School of Design’s summer precollege program. For six weeks, Holmberg majored in drawing and also studied design and art history. Akshaya Avril-Tucker ’11 and Emlyn Van Eps ’12 attended Apple Hill Summer Chamber Music Workshop for ten days in Keene, NH. Musicians were responsible for playing in several ensembles and practicing individually. With Apple Hill’s unique branch organization, “Playing for Peace,” Avril-Tucker and Van Eps met musicians from all over the world, especially from areas beleaguered by conflict, such as Palestine and Israel. “I learned a lot about modern music, and world music in general,” commented Van Eps. Curtis Oh ’11, a saxophonist, and Katie Yoon ’11, a violist, both compiled CDs for colleges this summer. “My obvious reason was to send a sample of my work as part of my arts supplement,” explained Oh. “But it’s nice to keep a record of my music experiences so I can look back and
reflect on how I used to play.” Nina Shevzov-Zebrun ’12 danced at Juilliard’s Summer Dance Intensive program for three weeks in New York City, where she took classes in ballet and modern dance. ShevzovZebrun danced nine hours daily and had the opportunity to be accompanied by current Juilliard dancers. To hone their skills with the camera, Hannah Dancer ’11 interned for a photographer in New York City for two weeks, while Thomas Earle ’12 attended a young digital photographers’ class in the Maine Multi-Media Workshop Program. Actor Jem Wilner ’11 attended Northwestern University’s fiveweek intensive theater program. “It was almost like a conservatory for drama,” he declared. He acted from 8:00 a.m. to 10 p.m., with lunch and dinner breaks in between, and his core classes included acting, voice, movement, and, surprisingly, many hours of yoga by the lake. In his afternoon classes, Wilner practiced dialects, accents, comedy, improvisation, choreography, and dance. Groups of sixteen engaged in four hours of rehearsal each day, and Wilner performed Big Love.
Everybody experiences the extreme discomfort of being fourteen-years-old. This fall’s play, Seven Minutes in Heaven by Steven Levenson, perfectly captures the stereotypes young teenagers try so desperately to adopt. With limited plotline, the play focuses in depth on its characters: three boys and three girls at a basement party in the mid1990s, “After Kurt, before Mon-
ica,” according to Levenson’s stage directions. They cover all recognizable teenage stereotypes: “the dorky social misfit who is the object of everyone’s ridicule, the girl who uses acerbic humor to mask her insecurities and the bullying jock who revels in the details of his workout regimen.” As the play continues, though, they shed their facades and the audience glimpses their inner vulnerabilities, fears, and affections. Half the cast is new to the co-curricular theater program. Rhys Louis ’12, for example, has focused primarily on musical theater. He explained, “In musicals, you have multiple outlets for the character’s passion: the dancing, the singing, the acting. But in straight theatre, two of those are cut out—you have less to work
with, which makes it much more difficult.” Director of Theater John Reese chose the script because “it embodies many of the issues that teenagers encounter at that particular age.” Says Becca Cooley ’12 of the script, “half the lines you know you’ve said before. Working in a play where everything is so real is such an experience.” The experience has been rewarding for Cooley: “As an actor, finding the motivation behind the actions reveals so much about our age group, those younger, and even those older.” Seven Minutes in Heaven will be showing in the Reid Black Box Theatre at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 2, through Saturday, November 6.
drupled, and on July 19, Amazon announced that for the past three months, 143 Kindle books had been sold for every 100 hardcover books. Meanwhile, the iTunes store sold over 300,000 books on the first day of the iPad’s release. Travelers with e-readers will never violate weight limits or carry stuffed backpacks again; in the newest version of the Kindle, the 10.2-ounce device can hold up to 3,500 books, a massive library in one’s pocket. E-readers could usher in a new era of students with good posture—no more slumping from heavy textbooks or SAT preparation books. These can be downloaded onto the Kindle, too, and you can still annotate,
highlight, or underline to your heart’s desire. Will e-books’ advantages cause a total shift in reading as we know it, just as iPods and mp3 players forced CDs into total disappearance? Fellow boarding school Cushing Academy seemed to think so when it swapped its library books for 65 Kindles, an electronic database for research, and several wide-screen TVs. As with any device that instigates change, e-books receive much criticism. One complaint regards the typos that abound in Kindle books, and page breaks have completely escaped epublishers. The electronic light strains the eyes, and furthermore, Kindles and iPads are delicate
creatures that will break if shoved into a crammed a backpack. Finally, there is the classic book-lover’s complaint, and the one heard most often from e-reader critics and fans alike, which Sarah Woolf ’12 put so succinctly: “There is absolutely no way to recreate the feeling of leafing through the pages of a book. It’s an incredible feeling to have the weight of the paper and its ink in your hands, to think about who may have had it before you and who will have it after you, to feel the breeze and smell that ‘new-book-paper’ smell…. Books aren’t just about the words in them. They’re about the experience of the object that is a book.”
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This summer, creative Deerfield students nurtured their artistic talents in a variety of ways, painting all night in art studios, assisting a professional photographer, and dancing in the halls of Lincoln Center. Lizzy Gregory ’11 attended Pratt Institute’s summer collegelevel program in New York City where she majored in painting and drawing, studied art history, and visited the city’s most widely-acclaimed museums. She also took a class dedicated to developing a college art portfolio. The program involved eightto-ten hours a day in the studio and about four hours of art homework. “I’ve gotten used to the feeling of a five-hour figure
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GETS PHYSICAL: New Fitness Center By DANIELLE DALTON Editorial Associate
FOOTBALL TACKLES NEW ENGLAND Sarah Cox The Big Green defense faces off against Taft in its 18-15 victory.
By EMMETT KNOWLTON year. Despite the new competiSports Editor tion, Sousa finished his senior The Deerfield football team finished last season with a 19-3 home loss to Choate on Choate Day. Ending the season with a record of 3-5, while also graduating a core group of seniors, the team had little to smile about. But, beginning the 2010 season with 31 first-half points behind quarterback Steve Sousa ’11 in its 31-0 rout of NMH has lifted the heads of the Big Green. In fact, looking forward to the year, Sousa believes there is much to be excited about. “We have a great group of athletes that gives us the potential for a great year,” he said. Sousa, a PG from Marshfield, MA, is used to great talent and knows it when he sees it. In high school, Sousa led the team to three consecutive DI State Championships, before moving into D2, a more difficult football division for his senior
year hoisting a fourth straight Massachusetts State Championship trophy, at the Patriots’ Gillette Stadium. For the Deerfield football team, the talent does not end with Sousa, but spreads across the field. Senior captains Yianni Grupen, Mac Roy Jackson, and Andrew Sutphin all return with valuable experience from last year, and the difficulties they faced last year only make their desire for victory stronger. “There is nothing fun about losing, especially when you lose the majority of your games, and against Choate,” said running back Jackson. “But now we know that we need to work, run, and hit harder than we did last year so that we can set Deerfield football back on track.” Also stepping into major roles this season will be seniors Alex Chapin at center, Will Swindell at receiver, and a handful of PGs,
including Kyle Brenner, Blake Burkhart, Jerome Froelich, and Gabe Salzer. All will need to play crucial roles to get the team back on track. To achieve this, Deerfield football will turn to Coach Mike Silipo, who has coached the Big Green through other difficult times during his 15-year tenure. When asked what needs to be done differently this year, Coach Silipo returned to his often-repeated adage, “Pay attention to detail; every play is important; and play every play like it’s 4th down.” With rising talent and experienced seniors, the team should certainly get back on the right track. And, according to Silipo, it all comes back to Sousa. “His ability to maneuver in the pocket feeds his playmaking abilities. He has the resources in speed, size, strength, and football intelligence.” And, as four previous state championships show, he truly knows how to win.
The new 5,500-square-foot fitness center is the latest edition to campus. It caters to every member of the community by providing many different types of equipment for all individuals. Fitness Center Director Emma Mitchell, who works collaboratively with the athletic trainers, can create a personalized workout to meet any individual’s needs, including physical therapy and rehabilitation. Ms. Mitchell emphasized that the fitness center is not only for athletes. “Whether you are interested in overall fitness or working towards a specific goal, the fitness center is designed to meet individual needs as well, not just the needs of teams,” said Ms. Mitchell. Fitness center staff member Edward Wozniakewicz ’06 said, “I have never seen a gym that has as many options. It is nicer than any collegiate fitness center I’ve seen, as it has a lot more user-friendly equipment to offer.” As Mr. Wozniakewicz stated, there is something for everyone in the fitness center. Cardiovascular equipment is located over the entire second floor while the lower level consists of two rooms for weight
training and a 65-foot track. Teams are able to incorporate the equipment into their weekly practice schedule, something they were never able to do in the old facilities. “I would love for coaches to embrace strength and conditioning as a key element to their team’s workout and take advantage of the facility and staffing that we have,” said Head Athletic Trainer Robert Graves. “The better conditioned you are as a team, the less likely you are to be injured.” The fitness center also offers additional possibilities for the athletic trainers. “Our goal has always been to provide the best standard of care to athletes and non-athletes, alike. The fitness center will help us do this, as we can now offer more training opportunities for those injured and working in rehabilitation,” explained Mr. Graves Ms. Mitchell added, “I think, in terms of fitness, people always talk about coming and being fit. I would love to see everybody in here at some point or another.” Mr. Wozniakewicz explained, “A facility is only as good as people maintain it. Students should take pride in the facilities Deerfield has to offer and use them wisely.”
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F i e l d H o c k e y ’s New Goalie By DANIEL LITKE Staff Writer Since her freshman year, Shenae Lundberg ’11 has established herself as an accomplished goaltender on the ice. Now, behind the same distinctive green, white, and gold facemask that serves her on the ice, Lundberg looks out at an unfamiliar scene—the field hockey turf. Last year, Lundberg was approached by field hockey coach Kimberly Wright and asked if she would be interested in bringing her goaltending talents to the girls’ varsity field hockey team. “I just wanted to contribute to Deerfield where I could,” said Lundberg. And with her decision to join the team, she has done just that. In the opening four games of the season, Lundberg has only relinquished five goals, supported the team to a 2-2 record, and made history in the process. In a 2-0 loss to Hotchkiss and only her third game as a field hockey goalie, Lundberg tied a Deerfield record with a 21-save performance. Although her strong performances so far may suggest otherwise, Lundberg is still adjusting to the new sport. “The only real similarity between ice hockey and field hockey,” Lundberg joked, “is the word ‘hockey.’ ” A fundamental difference that Lundberg admits to have initially struggled with is the fact that field hockey goalies can’t drop to the ground and slide—an integral part of the ice hockey
goalie’s arsenal. Dr. Wright said, “Adjusting to the difference in pads and kickers instead of skates was a bit challenging.” Despite these differences, Lundberg has managed to generate plenty of success from a few sources. “I feel that I’ve been able to figure out my angles well and get good positioning on shooters,” she explained. Dr. Wright believes Lundberg’s athletic experience has been beneficial. “In elite level hockey, especially internationally, the best athletes play goalkeeper. Shenae’s innate athleticism and uncanny timing have played a major part in her success so far,” explained Dr. Wright. Lundberg feels that the team has played a crucial role in her adjustment. “The team has been really supportive so far,” said Lundberg. “Both the players and the coaches have been great in giving me tips and being patient as I learn the rules.” Lundberg has been essential to the spirit of the team. Dr. Wright said, “Shenae is a wonderful team player who competes every day in every drill to make herself and her teammates stronger.” From her athletic ability to her hard work, Lundberg has been able to contribute significantly to a completely new sport in just a short amount of time. “I only wish,” reflected Dr. Wright, “I had the opportunity to have her on my team for more than just one season.”
Ben Bolotin J.F. Roberts ’12 and Tim Shea ’11 lift weights in the new fitness center.
Solberg Goes the Distance By MARLY MORGUS Staff Writer Running 26.2 miles is more than most students run in a week, or even a month. But on October 10, Muriel Solberg ’12 will do just that: run the Chicago Marathon. A native of Rockford, Illinois, Solberg has been around athletic events of this caliber for her entire life. She has many times been a spectator at the Chicago Marathon, cheering on her father. The Reverend J. Michael Solberg has not only run numerous marathons, but has also completed two Ironman triathlons. Training for a marathon is no small task, so Solberg has a fall athletic exemption to help her train. Since June, Solberg has been running two or three times during the week, usually following a schedule of four miles,
eight on the next run, then four for the final run of the week. On off days, she bikes, swims, or ergs for extra cardiovascular work. The weekends, however, are when Solberg puts in her real work. Every other Saturday, she runs for a longer distance. Early in her training, the long runs were six miles. Now, as the race day approaches, her long runs have been as long as 22 miles. Solberg seems to be taking the challenge in stride, not letting the marathon stress her out or interfere with her daily life. However, when asked if she had any fears about the marathon, she simply replied, “dying,” while chuckling. Although minor hamstring strains have troubled her from the start, Solberg seems calm. “I’m really not that worried. My dad will be running with me, and my only goal is to finish, even if it takes forever.”
Race day is October 10, but Solberg does not intend to stop after the race is completed. Afterwards, she plans to stay in shape for swimming and crew seasons. Muriel’s father’s accomplishments have not only impressed her, but they have also sparked a particular motivation looking ahead. “I want to do all that he’s done, only at a younger age,” said Solberg. By running her first marathon at 16, she is off to a strong start. Her next major endeavor will be an Ironman triathlon, which entails a 2.4-mile swim, a 112mile bike ride, and a full marathon, all in immediate succession. When Solberg does turn 18 and becomes eligible for the Ironman, nothing will stop her from taking on her next challenge.