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Conference Chaos Day Five
Ice hockey coaches follow conference realignment Though hockey teams not part of Big East, coaches still keep tabs on recent developments
ORCHASTRA PLAYS A VARIETY OF CLASSICS Pieces showcase instramentalists and vocalists.
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HARVARD TAKEN TO SCHOOL Freshmen have big impact in Huskies’ home win against Harvard.
By Matt McDonough Sports Editor There are two coaches at UConn that are on the outside looking in regarding conference realignment. UConn’s ice hockey programs don’t compete in the Big East conference. The men’s team plays in the Atlantic Hockey Association and the women in the Hockey East. Both coach Bruce Marshall and Heather Linstad have still been following conference realignment. “I keep tabs on it,” Linstad, in her 12th season at the helm, said in an email interview. “I want UConn to be in a conference where they can have the most success.” Marshall, who has coached the Huskies for 24 seasons, has followed the conference changes as well. Marshall said in a
phone interview that a conference that gives UConn the best brand name will suit them. “UConn obviously has a great brand as it is,” Marshall said. He added that a conference with the same mission as UConn and one that’s great for recruiting is the best fit. The changes to the Big East, however, will most likely not affect the ice hockey programs, according to Linstad. “It affects what we’re doing as a school,” Marshall said. “Hockey-wise... probably not.” There are four conferences currently in women’s ice hockey and five in men’s hockey. Schools shuffling between conferences isn’t unusual. Notre Dame was recently accepted into the Hockey East conference. The Big 10 will be creating a hockey conference that will begin play for the 2013-
14 season. Penn State and Lindenwood, in Missouri, will join the CHA on the women’s side. Linstad said she’s interested to see if a Big 10 women’s ice hockey conference will eventually be created.
“I want UConn to be in a conference where they can have the most success.” – Heather Linstad UConn women’s ice hockey head coach The UConn men’s ice hockey team was an intergral part in
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As energy sustainability and the environment become increasingly important factors in facilitating economic growth, Daniel C. Esty, commissioner of the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), spoke about how policies can protect the environment and bolster our economy yesterday. The lecture was sponsored by the Edwin Way Teale Lecture Series, which brings leading scientists and scholars to speak on environmental issues. In his lecture, Esty addressed the economic predicament the state faces and challenges that face energy and economic initiatives. “It is a challenging time. Coming in we knew we had to bring down expenditures, and there were going to be some
tough talks with state employees on consolidation measures and potential layoffs,” Esty said. Hurricane Irene and the October snowstorm also created challenges. “Who could have imagined that we were going to have a hurricane, and then a freak snowstorm in October, knocking energy out and causing grid failures across the state?” Coupled with these challenges and the current economic outlook, Esty shared his plans for future energy and environmental policies while addressing economic growth and opportunity. He stressed the importance of reassessing the outlook on energy and the environment by including the private sector to be more responsible and take initiative. “We are now at the moment
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UConn builds partnership with Turkish university By Chelsea McGarry Campus Correspondent
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member teams as close as Sacred Heart in Connecticut and as far as Air Force in Colorado. The league, which lost Quinnipiac to the ECAC in 2004, now has 12 teams. Since their inception 12 years ago, the women’s ice hockey program has competed in the Hockey East conference. Seven national champions have been members of the Hockey East conference on the men’s side of the puck. The fact that Hockey East has been so successful as a conference on the ice is a huge plus for the UConn women’s ice hockey program. “I absolutely think it has an impact on recruiting,” Linstad said. “I think Hockey East being a premier conference in men’s hockey has helped the women’s side.”
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Today’s lecture will define basic term, discuss asexual community.
creating a new hockey conference. The Huskies joined the ranks of Division I in 1998 and became a member of the MAAC conference. The conference was an all-sports conference and with hockey being different than most sports, the policies weren’t always geared toward the hockey aspect on the MAAC. Marshall said that since not all MAAC schools had hockey, it was difficult to be a single-sport member of a second-tier sport in the conference. Although he praised the management of the MAAC, Marshall said the hockey-only colleges wanted a commissioner and a league that would be best for hockey issues. The Atlantic Hockey Association was born in 2003 and UConn was a charter member along with eight other schools. The conference has
The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs awarded a $325,000 grant for an educational and cultural exchange program, “Young Turkey/ Young America: A New Relationship for a New Age,” between Bahçeşehir University and UConn, which will begin in June 2012. “This project will allow
UConn to advance our institutional commitment to global citizenship and global competence,” said Roy Pietro, associate director of UConn’s Center for Continuing Studies and the principle investigator for the exchange program. The partnership formed between the American Studies Center located at Turkey’s Bahçeşehir University and UConn’s Global Training and Development Institute (GDTI), involves plans to set up job
shadows, workshops and cultural experiences in both countries. This program is geared toward promoting professional development in emerging grassroots leaders and will select 24- to 35year-old employees from nonprofit, grassroots or government agencies, 16 from each country. “One of the workshops, “Comparative Analysis of U.S. and Turkey Society and Workplace Culture,” will be a roundtable cross-cultural discussion of Turkish business
practices and work culture, as well as business practices and work culture in the U.S.,” said Mary Lou Sullivan, publicity and marketing manager at UConn’s Center for Continuing Studies. Turkish participants will be matched with a U.S. agency or workplace for three days. The program will be comparable to their occupation in Turkey, and likewise, U.S. participants will be set up with corresponding Turkish job shadows. The
selected Turkish exchange participants will embark on culturally enhancing trips to Boston, New York City, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Gettysburg and a site in Inner city New Haven. The program aims to educate young adults in the ways each country is working to address social justice issues and help economically disadvantaged communities so that they can potentially employ similar
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What’s on at UConn today... Friday: Asexuality Awareness Seminar 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Student Union, 403 A presentation will be given about asexuality and the common myths about this portion of the LGBT spectrum.
Friday: Kwanzaa Dinner 6 to 8 p.m. Student Union Ballroom Sponsored by the African American Cultural Center, this holiday celebration includes a traditional Kwanzaa feast and lighting of the Kinara.
Saturday and Sunday: Reading Days All Day The university has designated these days as reading days to allow students to prepare for final exams, which begin on Monday, Dec. 11.
Sunday: The Nutcracker 1 and 4 p.m. Jorgensen In honor of their 30th holiday season, the Connecticut Ballet will perform The Nutcracker, featuring the famous score by Tchaikovsky. Student admission is $10.
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Education commisioner continues ‘listening tour’
WEST HARTFORD (AP) — Connecticut’s new education commissioner says he wants teachers, administrators and local school boards to offer their candid opinions on how his agency is helping or hindering their work. Stefan Pryor, who became commissioner in October, has been visiting districts statewide and continued Thursday with a stop at West Hartford’s Conard High, where he met with about a dozen teachers, administrators and guidance counselors. The stops are part of Pryor’s work to review the state Department of Education’s structure and policies with an eye toward making major changes in coming months – including more support for struggling districts and more autonomy when appropriate for highperforming districts. Some local school officials have said they respect the skills of the state agency’s workers, but that its obvious budget constraints translate into less help than they’d like.
Teen serves brownies spiked with drugs at school
NEW MILFORD (AP) — Police say a New Milford High school senior is charged with spiking brownies with prescription pills and serving them to classmates and a teacher’s aide. The 18-year-old was charged Wednesday with reckless endangerment and risk of injury to a minor after an investigation that took nearly a year to complete as lab specialists analyzed the substances. The teen’s name was not released because he was 17 when the alleged crimes occurred. The News-Times of Danbury reports some of those who ate the brownies last January became ill. The substance was later identified as an anti-depressant used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. New Milford school officials say the student will be suspended for 10 days under district rules, but it had not been determined Thursday whether he will be expelled.
SHU getting medical mannequin for nursing
FAIRFIELD (AP) — Sacred Heart University nursing students will soon get to practice their lessons using a life-like medical mannequin that the school will purchase with a new grant. The Fairfield-based university announced this week that it was awarded $75,000 for the purchase from the Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority. The quasi-governmental agency supports nonprofits and other agencies in projects to improve state residents’ health. Ann Barker, chair of Sacred Heart’s nursing department, said the medical mannequin known as a SimMan 3G lets students learn from their mistakes without endangering real patients. The SimMan can be used to check vital signs such as breathing, sweating, temperature, dilation of the eyes and other problems. It reacts positively or negatively to the care given, depending on whether it was appropriate for the problem.
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NC woman charged with buttocks injections gone
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — An exotic dancer looking to enhance her backside is out of work and a North Carolina woman is accused of injecting the dancer with a disfiguring potion. The Guilford County sheriff’s department said Thursday that 42-yearold Lauretta Cheek of Greensboro was arrested and charged with one count of practicing medicine without a license. Cheek did not have a listed phone and a deputy working on the case did not know if she has an attorney. Detective Craig Cotten said Cheek was charged after a Charlotte woman complained of burns where she was injected with an unknown liquid or gel. Cotten says the victim met Cheek in a hotel room last year and paid about $500.
NH woman brought mom’s ashes to bingo; urn stolen
ROCHESTER, N.H. (AP) — A New Hampshire woman who brought her mother’s ashes to bingo games for good luck is hoping for their return after the urn containing them was stolen. Police say the urn was stolen from Diane Bozzi’s van Tuesday morning in Rochester by someone targeting unlocked cars. Diane Bozzi says the urn was in a bag that she was planning to take to her bingo game later in the day. She and her mother loved playing bingo together. Before her mother died in 2002, Bozzi promised her she would take some of her ashes with her to play. Her mother agreed, saying she would bring Bozzi luck.
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DARTS to hold asexuality awareness seminar
By Christine Peterson Staff Writer Today in the Rainbow Center, the Diverse Approaches to Relationship Types and Sexuality group (D.A.R.T.S) will continue with another discussion as part of the Educational Seminar Series, which will be the last of the semester. The discussion will be held in SU 403 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. D.A.R.T.S is one of ten oncampus groups that deal with the different aspects of the LGBTQIA
(lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, ally) community. Others include Among Men, Between Women, and other groups that cater to members of the LGBTQIA community. A full list can be viewed on the Rainbow Center’s website www.rainbowcenter.uconn.edu. D.A.R.T.S is specifically a discussion group that celebrates “all relationship types and sexualities with a focus on ethical non-monogamy, BDSM [bondage and discipline, sadism and masochism] /kink, and asex-
uality” as said on the Rainbow Center website. D.A.R.T.S has been holding weekly meetings since September. This week’s lecture will focus on asexuality and try to raise awareness on the subject. Asexuality is rarely talked about as readily as any of the parts of the LGBT community. A fundamental definition of asexuality would be the lack of sexual attraction, or a disinterest in sex entirely. The D.A.R.T.S lecture to be held later today will cover
basic information about asexuality as well as discuss the asexual community. This Educational Seminar Series discussion will also debunk erroneous ideas that exist about sexuality. The initial lecture will be followed by a question and answer session. Light refreshments will also be provided. For more information about the event, go the Rainbow Center’s website, or e-mail D.A.R.T.S directly at DARTS@uconn.edu.
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Rabbi to become Army chaplain, beard and all
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Rabbi Menachem Stern of Brooklyn, N.Y., stands outside of the Shul Jewish Community Center, Thursday.
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — An Orthodox Jewish rabbi who was barred from serving as an Army chaplain because he refused to shave the beard required by his faith has won his legal fight against the military and will be sworn in Friday. Rabbi Menachem Stern of Brooklyn will be officially admitted to the chaplaincy in a ceremony at The Shul Jewish Community Center in Surfside, Fla. Stern is a member of the Chabad Lubavitch movement of Judaism, whose rabbis are prohibited from shaving their beards. “I felt this was my calling,” Stern said of the chaplaincy.
The rabbi saw an advertisement in late 2008 for military chaplains and attended a recruiter’s presentation. After consulting with his wife, he decided to apply in January 2009, making clear in his application he intended to keep his beard. “Although we adapted to the modern world, we still maintain old-world values,” he wrote. “By not trimming my beard, I represent the unadulterated view of the holy Torah, the way we believe a person should live.” Some Orthodox Jews don’t shave, believing it’s outlawed by a passage in the Book of Leviticus: “Do not clip your hair at the temples, nor trim the edges of your beard.”
Etsy cites ethanol as loser in energy race, encourages research to find winner from ENVIRONMENT, page 1 of opportunity, at the core is reassessing our outlook on energy. I think if we shift the focus of environmental protection and energy to the private sector we are going to get farther and faster with lower costs.” Esty also addressed the political battle in Washington D.C. and the rift between politicians and environmental activists. Esty referenced the Republican presidential nominee contender Rick Perry. “When he could remember [Perry], has called for the elimination of the
Department of Energy, which would narrow the scope of environmental protection policies,” Esty said. In assessing future energy alternatives, Esty disagreed with picking a clear winner in the energy race. He declared ethanol a loser in the race and stated the importance of keeping ideas flowing while ensuring continued research and productivity. “Ethanol is not the future but a loser in the energy race. We don’t want the government to pick a clear winner in energy alternatives but to continue the
Participants from both countries will collaborate even after grant expires from UCONN, page 1 ideas upon return. UConn alumni working in related leadership positions are able to apply. Campus events will be held in which current UConn students can attend. Upon expiration of the grant, a social networking platform through UConn will let participants from both countries continue to collaborate and support each other in their efforts to give assistance to marginalized communities. Mini-grants will be supplied for projects that the exchange participants will plan and administer for the purpose of promoting social change. “There is a new book out, “Little Bets” by Peter Sims, which talks about how big change often is the by-product of small discoveries and initiatives. I think these students will be planting their little bets,
through their mini-grants, that can bring substantial social change to their country,” said Director of UConn’s NonProfit Leadership Program and Co-Principal Investigator on the grant Dr. David Garvey. There are numerous other programs such as the International Visitor Leadership Program that are funded by the State Department, and a total of 50,000 participants both American and foreign are selected each year. “The overarching goal of “Young Turkey/ Young America” is to develop grassroots initiatives that positively impact people’s lives, in order to create a bi-lateral community of practice in grassroots leadership while strengthening the ties between the U.S. and Turkey,” said Pietro.
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energy race, stimulating new ideas and research for the future while integrating all kinds of energy solutions including fossil fuels,” Esty said. Esty would end his lecture by revealing that Connecticut must integrate by working across party lines, invest in environmental initiatives and keep public interest. “We must focus on integration with energy, the environment and the economy; and we must align our push with economic prosperity, with integration to push these initiatives to both local and state governments, as
well as keeping young people excited about nature by promoting fishing, hunting and boating, through preservation and investment,” Esty said. “It was a really good lecture from an economic standpoint,” said St. John McCloskey, a 5thsemester economics and philosophy major. “Instead of scaling back he called for increased regulation and new initiatives in trying to push new measures in environmental protection and energy consumption.”
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No verdict after day 4 in home invasion trial NEW HAVEN (AP) — A Connecticut jury ended its fourth day of deliberations Thursday without reaching a verdict on whether a man convicted of killing a woman and her two daughters in a home invasion should get the death penalty or life in prison. Jurors are weighing punishment for Joshua Komisarjevsky, who was convicted in October of killing Jennifer Hawke-Petit and her daughters. The girls were tied to their beds and left to die in a fire. His accomplice, Steven Hayes, is on death row for strangling Hawke-Petit and killing her daughters. Jurors have now been deliberating about as long as Hayes’ jury did before reaching a verdict. “I think we’re all just tired and assume the jury is being very careful,” said Dr. William Petit, the sole survivor of the crime who was beaten with a bat and tied up but managed to escape to get help.
“It’s a complicated verdict form.” Asked how he was coping, Petit said, “It’s not easy. We have a lot of family here, lot of support.” Komisarjevsky’s parents, who testified during his sentencing, were not in the courtroom.
“I think we’re all just tired and assume the jury is being very careful.” – Dr. William Petit
The Komisarjevsky jurors sent out their first note Wednesday as they sought guidance on how to weigh his role against that of Hayes. They will continue deliberations Friday afternoon in New Haven.
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Virginia Tech locks down after two are killed BLACKSBURG, Virginia (AP) — A gunman walked into a parking lot and killed a Virginia Tech police officer who was conducting a traffic stop Thursday, state police said, in the first gunfire on campus since 33 people were killed in 2007 in the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history. Sgt. Robert Carpentieri said it appeared that the shooter was not in the car that had been pulled over. Carpentieri said another officer later spotted a second person in a different parking lot who was alive at the time. That person, a white man, later died of a gunshot wound. Police would not say whether the second dead person was the gunman. However, a law enforcement official who had knowledge of the case and spoke on condition of anonymity told The Associated Press that the gunman was believed to be dead. Investigators were interviewing the person who was pulled over in the traffic stop. Virginia Tech officials said on the school’s website that a weapon was recovered near the second body found in a parking lot on campus. They also said there
was no longer an active threat Thursday afternoon and that normal activities could resume after an hourslong lockdown. The school applied the lessons learned nearly five years ago, closing down the campus and warning students and faculty members via email and text message to stay indoors. Thursday’s shootings came as university officials were in Washington appealing a fine that U.S. officials gave them over the school’s response to the 2007 rampage. The campus swarmed with heavily armed police. Students hid in buildings, a day before final exams were to begin Friday. “A lot of people, especially toward the beginning were scared,” said Jared Brumfield, a 19-year-old freshman who was locked in the Squires Student Center since around 1:30 p.m. “A lot of people are loosening up now. I guess we’re just waiting it out, waiting for it to be over.” The school sent various alerts to students, school spokesman Mark Owczarski said. The suspect was described as a white man wearing gray sweat pants, a gray hat with neon green brim,
a maroon hoodie and backpack. “It’s crazy that someone would go and do something like that with all the stuff that happened in 2007,” said Corey Smith, a 19-year-old sophomore. He told The Associated Press that he stayed inside after seeing the alerts from the school. Campus was quieter than usual because classes ended Wednesday and students were preparing for exams. The school said those tests would be postponed. The shooting came as Virginia Tech was appealing a $55,000 fine by the U.S. Education Department in connection with the university’s response to the 2007 shootings. The department said the school violated the law by waiting more than two hours after two students were shot to death in their dorm before sending an email warning. By then, student gunman SeungHui Cho was chaining shut the doors to a classroom building where he killed 30 more people and then himself. The department said the email was too vague because it mentioned only a “shooting incident,” not the deaths.
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Police officers block a road on the Virginia Tech campus in Blacksburg, Va., after a gunman killed two people, including a cop, Thursday.
An administrative judge ended the hearing by asking each side to submit a brief by the end of January. It is unclear when he will rule. Since the massacre, the school has overhauled its alert
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texting while driving. In 2010 there were an estimated 3,092 deaths in crashes affected by a wide range of driver distractions, from eating meals to thumbing email, the safety administration said. That number was derived using a new methodology aimed at getting a more precise picture of distracted driving deaths and can’t be compared to tallies from previous years, officials said. The agency takes an annual snapshot of drivers’ behavior behind the wheel by staking out intersections to count people using cellphones and other devices, as well as other distracting behavior. While electronic gadgets are in ever greater use by drivers, motorists are deeply conflicted about it, a NHTSA survey of over 6,000 drivers found. Most said they would answer a cellphone call while driving and continue to drive after answering. And nearly two of 10 acknowledged sending texts or emails from behind the wheel. That spiked up to half of drivers 21 to 24 years old. More than half of drivers said
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making a cellphone call made no difference to their driving performance, and a quarter said texting or emailing made no difference. But 90 percent said that when they are passengers they feel very unsafe if the driver is texting or emailing. Indeed, big majorities of drivers surveyed support bans on hand-held cellphone use and texting while driving – 71 per-
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cent and 94 percent, respectively. And most said they want people who violate the bans to be punished with fines of $100 or more. Almost a quarter supported fines in the $200 to $499 range. “Everyone thinks he or she is an above average driver – it’s all the nuts out there who need educating,” said Russ Rader, a spokesman for the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Doctors were mostly hoping to prevent complications and relapses when they gave young women a medicine to keep their bones strong during breast cancer treatment. Seven years later, they found it did more than that: The bone drug improved survival, as much as many chemotherapies do. The study found a 37 percent lower risk of death among women who received the bone drug, Zometa. In absolute terms, it meant that 4 to 5 more women out of every 100 were alive seven years later. It’s especially impressive considering that the women took the drug, given as an infusion every six months, for only three years. “The benefit persists” long after treatment ends, said study leader Dr. Michael Gnant of Austria’s Medical University of Vienna. He presented the research this week at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium. Zometa (zow-MAY-tuh) should now be offered to all patients like those in this study – younger women forced into early menopause by hormone-blocking cancer treatments, some specialists said. “It’s a new standard of care,”
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WASHINGTON (AP) — For all the criticism and new legal bans, texting by drivers just keeps increasing, especially among younger motorists. About half of American drivers between 21 and 24 say they’ve thumbed messages or emailed from the driver’s seat. And what’s more, many drivers don’t think it’s dangerous when they do it – only when others do. A national survey, the first government study of its kind on distracted driving, and other data released Thursday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration underscore the difficulty authorities face in discouraging texting and cellphone talking while driving. At any given moment last year on America’s streets and highways, nearly one in every 100 car drivers was texting, emailing, surfing the Web or otherwise using a hand-held electronic device, the safety administration said. And those activities spiked 50 percent over the previous year, even as states rush to ban the practices. Last month, Pennsylvania became the 35th state to forbid
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Melanie Deziel, Editor-in-Chief Arragon Perrone, Commentary Editor Ryan Gilbert, Associate Commentary Editor Michelle Anjirbag, Weekly Columnist Tyler McCarthy, Weekly Columnist Jesse Rifkin, Weekly Columnist
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Free speech is a matter of personal responsibility
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t the University of South Carolina Beaufort, an African American student was asked to remove a Confederate flag that he had hanging from his window. Inspired by a school project, the student hung the flag as a symbol of Southern pride. He was upset that the flag’s meaning had been hijacked by racism over the years, and hoped that this one small gesture would help set his generation down a path to help eliminate the negative connotation that comes with a Confederate flag. The university eventually withdrew its demand that the flag not be displayed in the window after allegations that they were restricting free speech. But, they were merely responding to students who felt uncomfortable with having to see a potential symbol for racism on display. The Confederate flag is not the only example of a symbol that has had its meaning changed over the years. Few people know that a swastika is more than the international symbol for the Nazi Party. It originated as an Eastern symbol of peace commonly used in Hindu, Buddhist and Jainist imagery. But, thanks to misuse over the years, the symbol makes people feel anything but peaceful. The student hung the flag with good intentions. He hoped to take back the flag’s true meaning and convince people that how we perceive something is entirely up to us. But this isn’t necessarily true. While it is troubling that the Confederate flag or swastika, symbols that originally had positive meanings, have been usurped by such drastically negative circumstances, it is irresponsible to pretend that they weren’t. The idea that displaying anything with a once positive meaning, will inspire people to readopt the old meaning rather than be offended by the new one is not only naïve, but irresponsible. It has been said that freedom of speech is not the ability to yell “fire” in a crowded theater. What this means is that, while no restrictions should ever be officially placed on our right to free speech, that right comes with a certain amount of responsibility. Exercising your free speech in a way that so blatantly makes others uncomfortable is well within everyone’s right as an American citizen. However, it is not what that right was truly intended for. It is up to each and every individual to run their free speech through the filters of good taste, respect for others and necessity. In the case of the USCB incident, while the student had rather noble intentions, he acted irresponsibly in his mission to take back the flag’s meaning. Students who were unaware of the flag’s history, or his reason for hanging it, had to assume that they were having a symbol of racism forced upon them. While they technically had no reason to be offended, they also had no way of knowing that. It’s a sad fact that when meaning changes, it does so for good. A Confederate flag will never just be a symbol of Southern pride ever again. Just like a swastika will always be associated with the Nazi Party. It is up to us to recognize these things when we exercise our freedom of speech and do so with respect and dignity for others. The Daily Campus editorial is the official opinion of the newspaper and its editorial board. Commentary columns express opinions held solely by the author and do not in any way reflect the official opinion of The Daily Campus.
We found Dove in a soapless place. The UConn kiss cam: bringing old people gettin’ it on to Storrs since 2011. That awkward moment when you fart loudly on the silent floor of the library. #thatawkwardmoment when someone holds the swivel bar for you while entering the library..do I say thank you? You know you go to UConn when you’re taking a shower on a Wednesday night and as you reach for the shampoo, a beer pong ball falls out of your caddy. The worst part about finals week is that the InstantDaily is no longer online to help me procrastinate. Oh no. There are rumors of Emeka Okafor going to the Lakers. I would have to hate one of my childhood heroes. You know it’s almost finals when you have a conversation with your RA with your fly down, and don’t even notice. Happy New Year! Figured I’d get that in now before everyone’s doing it next semester.
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No reason to celebrate Newt’s success
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e was the U.S. Speaker of the House from 1995 to 1999, President Bill Clinton’s part-time collaborator and part-time nemesis and an encyclopedically-minded historian, author and political consultant. Months ago, his campaign nearly collapsed when six senior staff members, including his chief of staff and press spokesmen, quit. Now, Newt Gingrich may be the Republican Party’s next presidential candidate. Americans like to support the underdog, but instead of applauding Gingrich’s rise in the polls, citizens should examine the factors that led to his surprise ascendancy. These factors highlight his competitors’ weaknesses rather than his own comBy Arragon Perrone petence. In turn, his competitiveness in Commentary Editor a hypothetical race against President Obama reflects the president’s appallingly ineffective leadership rather than the former Speaker’s ability to lead. Among a batch of unsavory options, the lesser of all evils stands tall. Newt Gingrich was a brilliant politician. He co-authored the Republican Party’s “Contract with America,” which outlined 10 promises the party would vote upon if given control of Congress. The plan worked and the Republican Revolution of 1994 swept the GOP into the Congressional majority for the first time since 1954. Two of the Contract’s most cherished promises, welfare reform and a balanced budget, were passed through a carefully constructed alliance with President Clinton. Though controversial to this day, the legislation reflects the best of Washington politics because it demonstrates that meaningful compromises can be
made between Republicans and Democrats. As swiftly as Gingrich rose, swiftly did he fall. The Speaker was heavily blamed for hurtling the nation toward a budget showdown in late 1995 and early 1996. A year later, an ethics commission slapped him with a $300,000 fine in exchange for retaining his position as Speaker of the House. He earned greater criticism for promoting Clinton’s impeachment during the Monica Lewinsky scandal, even though Gingrich was cheating on his own wife. After a pitiful midterm election showing in 1998, members of his own party pressured him to resign. In response, he accepted their request, quitting as Speaker and even his seat in the House.
“...there has been little analysis in the media concerning Gingrich’s heavy baggage.” People deserve a chance at redemption, but there has been little analysis in the media concerning Gingrich’s heavy baggage. What has been covered in the media, however, is his competitors’ missteps. Herman Cain, the blunt-talking conservative lion, suspended his campaign under a mountain of sexual misconduct allegations and managed to quote from, of all movies, noted scholars, historic intellectuals and famous speeches, Pokemon 2000. Following Cain’s implosion, Gingrich’s popularity skyrocketed to 8 percent higher than Mitt Romney among Republican voters, according
to the most recent Gallup poll. Romney meanwhile has launched anti-Gingrich attack ads, but the long-term frontrunner has shown little energy over the past few weeks. Then there is Rick Perry, who in recent weeks forgot what federal departments he wants to cut, thought the voting age was 21 and launched a widely-trashed television ad that sacrifices his support among independent voters for evangelicals who already support him overwhelmingly. Candidates Bachmann, Huntsman and Santorum are virtually irrelevant right now. Lastly, there is President Obama, once the liberals’ great hero. In 2008, he sent the humiliated Republicans packing on what seemed to be 40 years of wandering in exile. But less than three years later, he has somehow managed to anger progressives and conservatives alike, allowing for the GOP to make one of the greatest Congressional gains in 100 years. “Hope” and “change” turned out to be the empty promises that conservatives said they were. One by one, the great political leaders seem to be self-destructing. Before President Obama’s fall from grace there was Sarah Palin’s, who went from energetic vice-presidential candidate to comedic joke in a matter of months. Then there was Rick Perry and most recently Herman Cain. Perhaps Newt Gingrich’s surge will be a temporary one, and he too will fall victim to avoidable mistakes. But for now he is front-and-center on the political stage, less the political genius he once was than the last politician standing.
Commentary Editor Arragon Perrone is a 7th-semester English and political science double major. He can be reached at Arragon.Perrone@UConn.edu.
Gingrich’s rise to top of GOP race pack is almost unheralded
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emember how the 2012 Presidential race started back in the spring? How Sarah Palin was all over the news, people were just learning the name “Herman Cain” and Mitt Romney was our perennial layover from 2008? Yeah, I remember those times too. And then Newt Gingrich appeared on the scene: By John Nitowski the man I am too young to Staff Columnist remember but whom older conservatives in my family heard plenty about back when he was Speaker of the House. In case you don’t remember, let me refresh your memory: Paul Ryan, the young upshot Congressman from Wisconsin, came up with his “Path to Prosperity,” a fiscal plan to combat President Obama’s handling of the economic crisis. Typical Republican responses ranged from, “It’s misguided, but he’s trying,” to, “It’ll save America.” Newt Gingrich, however, realizing the immense cuts that were needed, called Ryan’s plan “right wing social engineering.” The results were catastrophic, as Gingrich’s election advisers and supporters dropped like flies. It wasn’t
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so much that they loved Ryan’s plan that they’d trade Gingrich for it, but that he associated people self-identifying as “right wing” with “social engineering.” A term exclusively used for “socialists.” How dare he! What happened was to be expected: Newt Gingrich immediately went to the back of the line and Mitt Romney, the perennial player, had to fend off a new host of challengers. Michelle Bachmann came first, but soon proved to be wholly unqualified for a presidential candidate when she proved to be Sarah Palin2.0. Rick Perry had all the right talking points, but stumbled any time he showed a little humanity (like giving American-born Mexican citizens college tuition or vaccinating girls against HPV) or when he had a one too many of his now-famous “brain farts.” And then there was Herman Cain. Everything seemed to be going well for Cain. The Republicans finally had a black candidate they could rally around, one who could challenge President Obama and one who had an economic plan that was less than a page long! Despite not knowing basic world geography (after weeks of searching, I have been
unable to find Ubeki-beki-bekibeki-stan-stan on a map) or history (China has had nuclear weapons since the ‘60s), Cain seemed to be soaring along his campaign by momentum alone. And then his mistresses began popping up one after another, one claiming to have had a 13-year affair. The Pokémon speech blunder was the last straw. Cain “suspended” his campaign and fell in the polls. Finally, with all the nut jobs out of the way, the only two people in Romney’s way were Rick Santorum and John Huntsman, hardly challenges. Romney is usually called a “flip-flopper” and “unelectable,” but he’s a politician. It’s like saying a baker bakes. It’s what they do. Despite his poor stance on social issues or his inability to communicate with the masses, he’s the smartest man for the job. His business training (as much as I detest business) probably would have helped the economic climate rather than the President’s lack of experience back in 2009. In fact, Romney’s only weakness seems to be that he may be a little too educated that he can’t communicate easily with voters. So, out of nowhere, former Speaker of the House Newt
Gingrich reappeared. Like a political zombie come back to life, all of Bachmann’s, Perry’s and Cain’s supporters have flocked to Gingrich under the banner of “Not-Romney!” Why? Gingrich has a Ph.D but his inability to communicate to voters is just as bad as Romney’s, even worse! The American public has a short memory, but it almost cost Gingrich his campaign. Every reporter wrote Gingrich off as impossible to elect, but here he is again. Why? Some would say it’s Romney’s robotic nature. Some would say he’s just out for the votes, and it’s too obvious. Others might cite his Mormonism as the source of their discomfort with the former governor. But it will be interesting to find out whether or not Gingrich will prove just as unelectable as the other candidates and force voters will suck it up and vote for Romney. Though it could be worse for Romney: he could be Ron Paul.
Staff Columnist John Nitowski is a 1st-semester agricultural resources and economics major. He can be reached at John.Nitowski@UConn.edu.
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Tracy: The past semester for student government in review
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ey there, UConn! Student Body President Sam Tracy here with some updates on what your student government has been up to the past week. By Sam Tracy P r e s i d e n t Herbst’s office Staff Columnist hours went very well, we met with State Representative Gregg Haddad about the upcoming legislative session, our ad hoc committees are really getting things done and our budget for the semester worked out almost perfectly. As you may know, President Herbst is holding open office hours during the semester, and the most recent session was this past Monday. I attended with Comptroller Daniel Hanley in order to meet with Herbst about entrepreneurship and the CLAS commencement ceremony, and there were dozens of other students in attendance. It was really great to see such
a high level of engagement by students and I highly recommend attending her next set of office hours. UConn is incredibly lucky to have a president who is so receptive to student concerns. This past Wednesday, External Affairs Chairperson Ethan Senack and I met with Haddad, who represents the towns of Mansfield and Chaplin in the Connecticut House of Representatives. We went over what can be expected to be debated during the 2012 legislative session and planned out some student-centered bills and initiatives that can be introduced to the General Assembly. Also, Connecticut is nearly done with its redistricting process, and the 54th District (where campus is located) has shrunk from including Mansfield and Chaplin to including only most of Mansfield. This is due to the growing student population since the last census, and
makes the student vote even more important in future elections. During this semester, I have formed two Ad-Hoc Committees: the Funding Policy Committee, chaired by Agriculture Senator Ed Courchaine, and the Free Speech Committee, chaired by Brenna Regan. Both have been making excellent progress. The Funding Policy Committee had their first meeting last week, and is going to be working heavily over winter break to review other schools’ funding policies in order to figure out the fairest, most sustainable way to fund student organizations. At this week’s Senate meeting, Brenna Regan appointed the members of her committee, who were then confirmed by the Senate. The Free Speech Committee will be working to review both the policies of USG and of the University, and creating recommendations for ways to bet-
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Innovative mobile broadband technology is necessary for success
As a current college student I understand that my generation is not learning by the same methods as our parents or even our older siblings. Instead of notebooks and binders, we carry laptops or tablets. Class notes, materials and some of our textbooks are digital. Even classrooms have increasingly incorporated a virtual aspect to them. While many places around campus and in our hometowns are already “wired,” too many areas lack access to quality high-speed broadband, such as rural areas across the country including areas in far Eastern Connecticut. If you find yourself living off campus or in one of those areas, you are at a definite disadvantage. For example, any online coursework with a deadline would have to wait for completion until you returned to campus or found another location with a Wi-Fi connection. Through expanded mobile broadband access, new methods of using Internet and social media in education and new opportunities for learning “on the go” are possible. With greater access, all students could take full advantage of accessing online reference materials, digital textbooks and utilizing fast connections on or off campus via wireless Internet and mobile devices. Some of these methods are already employed at University of Connecticut, better known as UConn. For example, in my Investigating Public Opinion class we use HuskyCT (a site where students go online to view their class assignments and grades) to submit our papers online to our professor. My Capital Finance and Budgeting course professor posts academic articles that are part of our class discussion online as well, and uses the email component to contact us. In fact, courses offered in every major incorporate an online component into the classroom experience. Practice problems, required online discussions, articles and assignments are all accessed and completed via the Internet. Mobile devices and wireless connections are also widely used by students who are taking a semester to study abroad. High-speed broadband Internet access allows them to see and speak with their family and friends thousands of
miles away. Using applications such as Skype, FaceTime, and Google Talk are ways students at UConn can communicate face-to-face with family at home, anywhere in the country, or the world. There are countless opportunities in education available today through Internet that was unthinkable even ten years ago. With the continuation of new application development broadband Internet can open up even greater opportunities. But to harness these great opportunities, today’s tech-savvy students need reliable, high-speed networks that can handle the hardware and software applications they use. Using the Internet and its research applications will continue to help students become more proficient, gain experience, and become more attractive to potential employers. Competition for scholarships, postgraduate fellowships, and employment has all become more intense now that the world has become smaller and larger pools of candidates have the capacity to apply. Schools are competing with one another across the globe. In the current global economy there is no longer a way to conduct business without the use of innovative technology. Unfortunately, time and time again it has been said, American students are falling behind this doesn’t have to continue to be the trend. I believe that in order for my fellow classmates and me to succeed we must first have universal access to broadband and the proper training to compete for jobs after graduation. The time to prepare current and future students is now. Beginning in elementary schools and continuing through the university level, everyone regardless of geography and economic status should have the access to as many methods and learning tools as possible. A possibility turned into a reality can happen through the expansion of high-speed broadband Internet throughout the state and America. – Daniel Dinunzio
ter protect students’ rights to free speech on campus. Finally, on Wednesday, the Senate approved a motion by Comptroller Hanley to reallocate USG’s remaining money for the Fall 2011 semester. This moved money out of committees that did not need their remaining funds, including the Executive Committee, and moved it into committees that needed more funds for the semester, such as Funding Board and the Academic Affairs Committee. After this movement of money, the Funding Board was able to completely fund all of the applications for funds by student groups for the final funding session of the semester. I am very happy that we were able to fund every application, and did not have to turn anyone away due to a lack of funds. We at USG are doing all that we can to ensure that we are able to do the same thing for the Spring 2012 semester.
the Republican candidates will be quick to support another one who happens to get the nomination. However, with a few exceptions, they haven’t been directly going at eachother to begin with. Newt Gingrich is essentially seeking the nomination on the platform of defeating Obama. Well Newt, I should hope that’s your plan. If you plan to get the nomination then lose to Obama, then you don’t deserve it. Additionally, the Republicans have failed to show how they would do any better in charge of this country. Politics as usual is not working. Let’s face it. I personally am a libertarian and if Ron Paul doesn’t get the Republican nomination, I will likely support the Libertarian Party candidate. For others who don?t really agree with either the Democrats or the Republicans, you too should not feel ashamed to support a third party candidate if need be. Additionally, Americans Elect is offering a direct online primary to support a third “party” candidate on the ballot. This would provide even more choice for Americans. So next November, don’t feel like you have to choose between quibbling politicians who will worsen the state of this country. You don’t. Hopefully this primary season will make all candidates seem so unappealing that none of them win. That way, we will finally have someone from outside the establishment running this country. – Gregory Koch
“If you’d like to stay updated on what USG is doing, please check out our website at usg. uconn.edu, like us on Facebook, follow me on Twitter ... or listen to Vice President Lindsay Chiappa and I’s radio show, “The Powers That Be,” on WHUS on Thursdays at 6 p.m.”
ebrating, or if our elected officials spoke out against Christmas as many of them do against Islam or Atheism then perhaps a war on Christmas would be real. Fortunately, none of these scenarios is the case and what the war on Christmas really amounts to is fear mongering over our society becoming overly politically correct, which is a separate issue entirely. Instead, perhaps we should talk about the war on the First Amendment, considering the fact that peaceful protests all over this country have come under attack by the state. The right to peaceably assemble, something as explicit in the Constitution as freedom of religion is being threatened at all levels of our government. Historically speaking though, Thomas Jefferson is perhaps the worst founding father to reference when arguing about religious intent. He rewrote the New Testament to remove everything supernatural Jesus does within. I would argue further he was a Deist and not a Christian but lack the room to do so. Also, he like many of the other founding fathers thought the Constitution should be rewritten generationally, so perhaps in his world the literal wall between church and state could have been written in eventually. But, criticizing Hugo Black is by far the most ludicrous part of the column though. Presumably since he wrote the majority opinion, the majority of the justices agreed with him? Even if it is not explicitly in the Constitution, a separation of church and state is probably a good thing, lest we have enforced Christian prayer in schools and the teaching of silly things like creationism or as its now called “intelligent design.” Let’s also not forget that objectively good things like civil rights and privacy rights were also largely the concoctions of 20th century jurisprudence by the same Supreme Court that apparently started the “war” on Christmas. -Michael Maranets
Letter to the Editor Re: Disappointment in the Misunderstanding of Storrs Center I was disappointed to read Jessie First Amendment causes Rifkin’s Wednesday editorial “The grim of a local bookshop,” but I must Primary Candidates unfair war on Christmas future also register my thanks to Rifkin for There are a number of problems with an issue that I was not aware Should Differentiate from the column on the war on Christmas. exposing of. I became a graduate student here the most basic level the war on at UConn in August 2008, and began Eachother, Not Obama At Christmas is not real. If Christmas were frequenting the Paperback Trader in
Stephen Klinck misses an important point in his article about the Republican primary season. He does mention how
to lose its status as a federal holiday, if there were laws at all levels of government preventing Christians from cel-
the spring of 2009. I have been to many comic book stores in my time, but Paperback Trader is among the best.
That’s not all USG has been up to lately, but unfortunately, I cannot fit everything into this one article. If you’d like to stay updated on what USG is doing, please check out our website at usg.uconn.edu, like us on Facebook, follow me on Twitter (@TheSamTracy), or listen to Vice President Lindsay Chiappa and I’s radio show, “The Powers That Be,” on WHUS on Thursdays at 6 p.m. And as always, please contact me if you have any questions, concerns, or ideas for improving UConn. My open office hours, held in SU 219, are Tuesdays from 2:30-4:00 p.m. or Wednesdays from 3:00-4:30 p.m. You can also email me at president@usg. uconn.edu. Good luck on finals!
Staff Columnist Sam Tracy is a 5th-semester political science major and the President of USG. He can be reached at Samuel.Tracy@UConn.edu.
Though the staff is maybe not organized with military efficiency, they are friendly and responsive to customer needs, which is rarer among comic book stores than you might think. (It is a business which generally suffers from the limitation of being run by comic book nerds.) Not to mention that it is a decent used bookstore from which I have bought Thomas Hardy, Doris Lessing, and L. M. Montgomery, and even Doctor Who novelizations. The staff of the Paperback Trader made it easy for me to subscribe to and preorder the comics/magazines I want, always pull out the ones I have on order as soon as I walk through the door, and even round down the cost to the nearest quarter sometimes so I don’t have to faff about with loose change. In general, I am all for the Storrs Center-- there is no resident or visitor to this town who is not aware that there needs to be more to it than there currently is-- but turning out existing independent businesses in favor of outside ones seems counterproductive to the interests of this town. The Storrs Center FAQ on the Mansfield Downtown Partnership website states that their “goal continues to be to create affordable accommodations for several of the downtown businesses in close proximity to the new project so they can remain a part of the community.” How does charging the Paperback Trader a rent of 2.5 times of its current rent fulfill this goal? I am hard-pressed to envision a location to which the store can move and maintain its current level of business. It does not seem to be in the community’s interests to be eliminating small businesses, especially ones that have been in place over thirty years. I wonder what other businesses are going to be priced out of staying in the area? This whole occurrence may be typefied by an exchange I once had within the Paperback Trader itself. While one of the employees was ringing out the copy of Doctor Who Magazine they acquire for me every month, a woman came into the store and interrupted both of us, explaining that she was from the leasing office of the Storrs Center apartments, who were setting up shop next door. She wanted to inform the Paperback Trader staff of the renovation work happening in her office, but I was struck by her rudeness in presumptuously interrupting a conversation that an employee and a customer were having. Given the choice between a friendly local business and a rude outside company, I know which one I would pick.
What’s your secret study spot? – By Wynne Hamerman
“4th floor map room.”
“The art room in the library.”
“Celeron office.”
“Conference room in Wilbur Cross.”
Paige Betancourt, 7th-semester communications and sociology double major
Harry Sullivan, 8th-semester communications major.
Lauren Amaio, 7th-semester Spanish and animal science double major
Ryan Cosenza, 7th-semester entrepreneurship and consumer services major
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Syracuse abuse case stirs media ethics debate
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This file photo shows Syracuse basketball assistant coach Bernie Fine watching a college basketball game against Manhattan in the NIT Season Tip-Off in Syracuse, N.Y.
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — More than eight years ago, ESPN and a Syracuse newspaper had an audiotape on which the wife of a Syracuse University assistant basketball coach now accused of sex abuse said she knew “everything that went on” with him. They kept it to themselves - not reporting the news of its existence and not turning it over to authorities who are now investigating claims against Bernie Fine. That has left ESPN and the Syracuse Post-Standard open to legal and journalistic secondguessing, most prominently when an Onondaga County district attorney this week blasted them for not promptly sharing with police the 2002 recording between Fine’s wife and his chief accuser, former ball boy Bobby Davis. The tape was not made public until a few weeks ago, after a second accuser - Davis’ stepbrother - said he, too, had been molested by Fine. Syracuse University fired Fine the day the tape aired. And a debate ensued in public and in the industry over whether the outlets did the right thing in holding onto the tape. The newspaper published an explanation of its decision, and more than 300 readers commented, many of them highly critical. Experts said media outlets have no clear obligation to share
what they know with police, especially after their original reporting found they didn’t have enough information to publish a story. However, some say moral and ethical responsibilities should come into play. Onondaga County District Attorney William Fitzpatrick said questions about Davis’ credibility could have been answered years ago had the tape been turned over then. “We would have known flat out the kid was telling the truth. Then we would have done exactly what we are doing today: Are there other victims? Are there other potential victims who have been abused but chose not to come forward?” the prosecutor said at a news conference Wednesday to announce that the statute of limitations prevented him from bringing state charges against Fine. Rem Rieder, editor of the American Journalism Review, said that he could understand how someone in hindsight might question the role of the press, but that the news agencies made the right decision. “The journalist’s role in this case was to investigate and if they came up with solid evidence, to publish a story,” he said. “It doesn’t make much sense to pass on something that you’re not certain of the strength of to law enforcement officials. It’s also important to remember
that journalists, to function properly, need to be independent. They can’t be seen as an arm of the government or people no longer want to be passing information on to them.” However, the Poynter Institute’s Roy Clark said that while journalists should not automatically give police information, in this case, “my inclination would be to share with law enforcement to the degree that I thought there might be a child or some children out there who might be vulnerable to a predator.” “Journalists don’t have any special exemption from generally accepted ethical and moral responsibilities,” he said from the Florida-based journalism school. Executive Editor Michael Connor told readers it was “unimaginable” for the PostStandard to give police materials the newspaper was not confident enough to publish. The newspaper’s management pushed for more, and Davis made the 46-minute recording with the newspaper’s knowledge. “Imagine a news organization, failing to lock up a story, fueling police investigations by passing along leftovers from its reporting,” Connor wrote in a Nov. 30 column. “Imagine how quickly we would lose the trust of sources we rely on and readers who turn to us if we turned from watch dog of government agencies to lap dog at their call.”
Former Illinois senator appeals to cut sentence CHICAGO (AP) — Rod Blagojevich has one last hope to reduce his harsh 14-year sentence: an appeal. But lawyers for the disgraced former Illinois governor face long odds in chipping away at the time he must serve for attempting to auction off an appointment to President Barack Obama’s old Senate seat and other crimes, legal experts said Thursday. To do that, attorneys will have the daunting task of demonstrating that the respected, 25-year veteran Judge James Zagel who oversaw Blagojevich’s two trials made major errors at trial and in calculating a sentence for the 18 convictions, said Lance Northcutt, an adjunct professor Chicago’s John Marshall Law School. “Zagel is careful to rule in a way to avoid having his decisions overturned and his reasoning for this sentence on Wednesday was detailed,” he said. “A higher court is loath to second-guess the trial court — and they rarely do.” Northcutt was in the crowded Chicago courtroom Wednesday observing as Zagel scolded a visibly anxious Blagojevich — in a tone befitting a school principal — for harming public confidence in government.
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GOP’s Romney opens stronger attack on Gingrich
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Republican Mitt Romney opened a broad and newly abrasive assault on rival Newt Gingrich on Thursday, dispatching surrogates and staff to cast him as unworthy of the GOP nomination and unfit to be president. Romney is aiming to undermine his rising rival on both personal and professional fronts ahead of the 2012 campaign’s opening contest Jan. 3 in Iowa a reversal by the one-time frontrunner who had previously all but ignored his Republican foes. “He’s not a reliable and trusted conservative leader because he’s not a reliable or trustworthy leader,” former Missouri Sen. Jim Talent, a Romney supporter, said of Gingrich, offering a preview of the attacks Romney’s team promised would continue in the next few weeks. Romney allies also were giving him a boost, announcing a $3.1 million TV ad campaign
in Iowa that is expected to include hard-hitting commercials against Gingrich. Campaigning in South Carolina, Gingrich brushed off the verbal assault and insisted his campaign would not change its above-the-fray approach regarding fellow Republican contenders. “We’re focused on remaining positive,” he said. Gingrich’s reluctance to engage may be out of necessity. He dramatically lags Romney in organizational firepower as he tries to rebuild his campaign after an early summer implosion that left it deep in debt. The onslaught of criticism from Romney and his allies, after months of focusing solely on President Barack Obama and little on his GOP foes, comes as the race has developed into a two-person contest. Gingrich’s quick rise in national and earlystate polls threatens Romney’s
claim as the likeliest Republican to be chosen to challenge Obama next fall. Romney’s attack strategy carries risks. If he’s successful in tearing down his main rival, there’s no guarantee that in a multi-candidate field he’ll end up benefiting from a possible Gingrich fall. At the same time, congenial Iowa voters generally don’t look kindly on candidates who engage in negative politics, and they could end up punishing Romney in a state that already presents hurdles for him. Plus, questioning Gingrich’s adherence to conservatism could draw attention to Romney’s own liabilities as having switched positions on key social issues including abortion and gay marriage. The candidate, himself, personally stayed out of the fray Thursday, raising money in private in Virginia. But he’s all but certain to
weigh in with a sharp critique of Gingrich when he campaigns Friday in Iowa. His efforts there seemingly have boosted the importance of a state where Romney had worked to downplay expectations. Romney also is expected to clash with Gingrich during a nationally televised debate in Des Moines Saturday night. TV ads against Gingrich are all but assured - either paid for by Romney’s campaign or by the Restore Our Future political action committee, which is made up of staffers from Romney’s failed 2008 presidential bid. The group announced Monday that it was running a 30-second ad in Iowa that emphasizes Romney’s private-sector experiences while castigating Obama’s community organizing and academic background. A spot blistering Gingrich was in the works.
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Republican presidential candidate, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, speaks during a business forum, Thursday in Greenville, S.C.
Texas Gov. Rick Perry, struggling to spark enthusiasm anew in his campaign, also unveiled a television ad planned for airing in Iowa assailing both Romney and Gingrich for their past support for an individual health
care mandate, a provision at the heart of GOP opposition to the 2010 law Obama signed. It’s the first attack ad by Perry, who has spent more than $2 million on advertising in Iowa to little avail.
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Orchestra plays a variety of classics The key to finals: boost your brainpower By Lauren Cardarelli Campus Correspondent
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Soprano Emily Sanchez, a second year student in the Master of Music program, performs “Voices of Spring” with UConn’s Symphony Orchestra, directed by Cheung Chau, duing a five-song concert at von der Mehden Recital Hall on Thursday evening.
By Zarrin Ahmed Campus Correspondent UConn’s Symphony Orchestra, led by music director Cheung Chau, put together a five-song concert at the von der Mehden Recital Hall, Thursday. Rows of the hall filled up with mostly parents and families of the students performing on stage. The stage itself was jam-packed with musicians and their instruments. The show began with the composition “Fingal’s Cave Overture” by Felix Mendelssohn. This piece is named after the uninhabited island of Staffa, near Scotland. It was strongly influenced by Mozart and Beethoven in its use of classical form and harmony but was also a new focus on nature and outdoor scenes. The first subject of the piece focuses on the beauty of the cave and the sense of excitement Mendelssohn felt. The second portrays the rolling of the waves. It builds to a tremendous climax that echoed throughout the hall. The entire
piece was dramatic and kicked off the show with a bang. It was conducted by Paul McShee, a current student at UConn working toward a Master degree in Music under the guidance of the next conductor of the evening, Chau. “Voices of Spring”, a composition by Johann Strauss Jr, was written in 1882 for a famous soprano at the time to premiere for the Emperor Franz Josef. The song is essentially a waltz. Soprano Emily Sanchez is currently in her second year at UConn in the Master of Music program, studying under Dr Constance Rock. She took center stage, outfitted in an elegant light blue dress that stood out against the black and white garb of the orchestra. She delivered a breath-taking performance with the high notes she hit. At points in the song, she held notes for nearly half a minute each. She received an ovation that she addressed three times, picking up her dress ruffles each time she walked out and bowed to the crowd. Eric Diaz was the star of the next piece, “Side by Side for Percussion
and Orchestra” by Michio Kitazume. It was originally a percussion solo that was adapted into an orchestral piece. It incorporates improvisation, independent time and tempo for the soloist. This allows for a lot of freedom on the soloists’ part, but he or she must confirm the structural lineup within the orchestra. Diaz played with unusual but cohesive drum patterns. The orchestra played three parts of Dmitri Shostakovich’s “Cello Concerto no.1 in E-flat major”. Cellist Samuel DiCaprio was the soloist for this piece. The concerto is described in the program as “energetic, high-spirited” and a highly effective solo-cello cadenza. DiCaprio showed the crowd how dedicated he was to the music, moving his head and body with the music he and the other musicians produced. He reacted to the orchestra in a way that was obvious to the audience. By the end of the piece, a few horsehairs on his bow snapped, which shows the liveliness and dynamism with which he played. He, just
like the other soloists, bowed thrice to the undying applause of the audience. After a short intermission, the night ended with four parts of “Symphony no.2 in D major” by Ludwig van Beethoven. This piece did not feature any soloist but capitalized on the harmony and professionalism of the orchestra. Chau, who is also the music director of the Manchester Symphony and music director of Sinfonietta Polonia in Poland, showcased his talent as a conductor. His energetic movements with the liveliness of the orchestra kept the audience entertained and in awe. “Each of the soloists did a terrific job. I’m pretty critical when it comes to orchestral and band concerts since I used to be in one, but I was impressed tonight,” said Tyler Palmese, a 1stsemester history major. “The conductor himself, Chau, was so dynamic. His reaction to the soloists was so acute and quick; he did a terrific job.”
The Sugar Plum Fairy is Stress down this finals season coming to town By Zarrin Ahmed Campus Correspondent
In the midst of the finals craze almost every student is undergoing, the UConn Health Department put together “Stress Down Day” to help students with the anxiety. The theme was SOS: Stop Over Stressing. Members from Health Education and the department of Recreational Services encouraged students to grab fliers and stress balls to help them relax during the next week. The Health Education department offered items they thought would benefit students such as safe sex kits, abstinence kits and a raffle for spa kits. They even handed out aroma therapy scented oil samples. These oils
“The Nutcracker,” one of the most beloved holiday shows in America, will be performed at Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts this Sunday afternoon. The Connecticut Ballet Company is making its return to UConn by hosting two family-friendly celebrations. The company will be following the traditional “Nutcracker” script, and will have plenty of props and captivating set designs for engrossing the
can be used in more than one way: massaging your hands, sniffing during studying and again during tests to help you remember information, and if applied to light bulbs, the scent will disperse throughout the room. Another table was dedicated to eating healthy and the ways to keep healthy, not just during finals, but throughout the school year. They handed out fliers that recommended nutritious snacks, encouraged eating balanced meals, and inspired students to exercise as a way to reduce stress. Another way to release stress is to get a good amount of sleep, something that exercise can actually help as well. One flier listed four ways in which exercise controls stress: it can
help you feel less anxious, it relaxes you, it can make you feel better about yourself, and it makes you eat better. The experts recommended aerobic activity, yoga, and recreational sports as the best exercises. The next table reinstated the importance of exercise, it showcasing UConn’s Bodywise program. Bodywise refers to the variety of exercise programs available free to UConn Students. This includes classes called Beach Body, Body-Sculpt, Fab Abs, Kick and Crunch, Butts and Guts, Cardio Kick, Power Yoga, Yoga, Pilates, X-Fit, SPINNING, SPIN Pilates, Cycle Sculpt, and ZUMBA. These classes last for half an hour and run Sunday through
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Charities brings back holiday spirit By Kim Halpin Staff Writer Courtesy of the Jorgensen
This Sunday will see two performances at the Jorgensen of “The Nutcracker” performed by the Connecticut Ballet Company.
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audience. The shows are scheduled for 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Tickets are $30, $27 and $25 for non-students, and $15 and $10 for students. The cast for this Connecticut dance group is mostly made up of international dance experts. They will be dancing in Stamford right before Christmas. Connecticut Ballet CEO Brett Raphael is directing the show.
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With the holiday season drawing near, many people are reminded of the good that they can do by giving to others. For some, charitable giving provides a deeper meaning during this time because they can give gifts not only to the people in their own lives, but to strangers that they will never meet who are in need of their support. It can be hard to find the right charity and especially to ensure that your monetary gift is actually reaching those that can benefit from it. By choosing a trusted and well-established organization, some of these fears can be alleviated. The American Institute of Philanthropy’s website has a Charity Watch page that will help direct you to these types of charities. Heifer International is one of the most inspiring charities because a person’s one-time donation can continue to improve the recipient’s life for months and years to come. You can purchase a variety of animals from geese to llamas, fish to camels, and of course heifers, to improve a person’s livelihood. The organization will train the recipients on how to manage their new livestock
and how to profit from the agricultural products that they can produce. Another charity that is widely publicized is St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. The goal of this hospital is to never deny a child treatment because of the family’s financial situation. The center focuses on children with cancer and other catastrophic illnesses. The treatments can cost more than $6,000 a day, and the families and hospital can use all the help they can receive. If your interests lie more in environmental sustainability, the Sierra Club has a long legacy of supporting natural interests. Their mission as stated on their official website is, “ to help educate, inspire and empower humanity to preserve the natural and human environment.” Citizen’s donations help to fund recovery missions for distressed areas and proactive defensive for species and environmental resources that could be in danger. In a season such as this, many people also like to reflect on those who have helped secure their right to celebrate the holidays and religions that they choose. Supporting military mem-
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Wait, what? It’s the last day of classes? This semester has flown by faster than Kim Kardashian’s “marriage!” The only thing standing in our way of relaxing and enjoying the holiday season is finals week. Forget about the all-nighters and loading up on caffeinated beverages. That will do you no good! Instead, consider giving your brainpower a boost by fueling it properly. Recent studies have shown that the food you eat has a huge impact on the way your brain functions. Memory, concentration, motivation, stress levels, alongside other mental capabilities, are all influenced by your diet. To end the semester on a high note with glowing grades, take a moment to evaluate what you are consuming starting with your diet’s fat content. Although we typically connect “fat” with “bad,” your intellectual performance requires omega-3 fatty acids. “Omega-3s are known to be particularly crucial constituents of the outer membrane of brain cells. It is through the fat-rich cell membrane that all nerve signals must pass,” according to “Psychology Today.” “As learning and memory forge new connections between nerve cells, new membranes must be formed to sheathe them. All brain cell membranes continuously need to refresh themselves with a new supply of fatty acids.” Get your omega-3 fix by snacking on walnuts or kiwi fruit while reviewing your study guide. Try to increase your intake of seafood, like salmon and albacore tuna, especially since a Tufts University study found a decrease in Alzheimer’s disease risk in fish-eaters. Ultimately, this essential fatty acid can improve your learning and memory, as well as fight off mental disorders. Try to avoid the convenience of fast food during study breaks. The Student Union’s Panda Express and Wendy’s are not the best options for brain food. “Science Daily” recently reported on research conducted by UCLA professor of neurosurgery and physiological science, Fernando Gómez-Pinilla, which attributed unhealthy diets high in junk food to have a negative affect on the brain’s synapses. To strengthen synapses and support other cognitive benefits, Gómez-Pinilla recommended a healthy, nutrientpacked diet of smaller portion sizes. Combine that with both exercise and sleep and you will be an Einstein-in-the-making. Here are specific foods research has proven to help overall productivity. Stock up for next week and you’ll ace those exams!
Complex Carbs One food group that provides your brain with optimal fuel is complex carbohydrates. To put it in layman’s terms, whole wheat breads/ pastas, brown rice, starchy vegetables, etc., provide your brain with stable glucose levels to conduct all of its functions.
Dark Chocolate Dark chocolate contains powerful antioxidants, called flavonoids, which research has linked to brain health.
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Easily one of the most addicting games available in the App Store, “Temple Runner” provides what you might expect from a full-out consul game. The game’s graphics are far beyond many of the other games on sale, but it’s free! Picture this: You’re a man running away from wild apes and must traverse the wild jungle ruins. It’s not just good-looking – it has dynamic game play with different level upgrades and bonuses. Top to bottom, it’s a great decision to download “Temple Runner.”
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Animal prints are the newest trend in men’s fashion
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Cavediving If you’re interested in becoming part of one of the most truly exclusive and dangerous sports in the world, be sure to check out cavediving. This combination of caving and deep water diving was pioneered by Jacques Cousteau. It gained popularity in the US in the 1970s. However, a lack of any training programs soon led to over 100 deaths by 1980. In response several professional cavediving organisations were created to properly train those interested in the sport. Today, fatalities among trained cavedivers are nearly unheard of. However, the risk factor is still very present. A cavediver must balance correct air management, equipment use and orienteering, among other skills. If something goes wrong an emergency ascent is not an option. Still interested in giving this a try? Several popular cavediving areas of the world include the Yucantan Peninsula in Mexico, Belize, the Bahamas, Florida and Australia. -John Tyczkowski
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Adding legumes such as lentils and vegetables such as spinach, onion and zucchini to spaghetti help to ensure a much more nutritional and filling version of a traditional meal.
By Megan Toombs Campus Correspondent Over Thanksgiving Break, I ordered a spaghetti dish at a restaurant. It was your typical spaghetti with marinara sauce but with a twist. Sprinkled on it, as if taking the place of your traditional parmesan cheese, were French green lentils. It was surprising yet made the dish beautiful and unique. I decided I must make my own version, but include more lentils and add vegetables to make it a more hearty and balanced meal. This dish is as comforting as traditional spaghetti or any other pasta dish but much more nutritious and even more filling! Serves: a lot, good idea for making dinner with friends or family. Here’s what you’ll need: - 1 box of whole wheat or
whole grain spaghetti - 1 yellow onion - 1 zucchini - 2 heaping handfuls of spinach - 4 garlic cloves - 1 cup uncooked French green lentils - 1 jar of marinara sauce Start by cooking the French green lentils. All lentils are different, but green lentils maintain their shape and do not become mushy once cooked, adding a nice texture to your dish. Place the lentils in a pot on the stove to boil with twice as much water as lentils. Once the water has come to a boil, cover the pot and reduce the heat to let the lentils simmer for an additional 30 minutes, or until tender but not falling apart. When the lentils are done, set them aside and start chopping your vegetables. Peel and finely chop four cloves
of garlic. Then take one yellow onion and chop it finely. Wash your zucchini and cut it into slices. I further chopped those slices into quarters for bite-size pieces that mix well into the dish. Finally, wash the spinach leaves and chop the ends off. You can choose to chop them finely like I did or leave them whole since spinach significantly reduces in size when cooked. In a saucepan, toss in some olive oil, chopped garlic and onion over medium heat. Stir occasionally. When the onion starts to turn translucent, add in your zucchini. Continue stirring occasionally so that all vegetables are cooked thoroughly. At this point, bring a pot of water to a boil for your spaghetti. When the water boils, toss in your spaghetti. This should be done when the garlic, onion and zucchini look nicely cooked and slightly
brown, then add in your spinach. You may need to add more olive oil to better cook the spinach. It will take no more than five minutes. The spaghetti should be ready to go as well by this time. The last thing you need to do is choose whether you want to warm up the marinara sauce. I did when making this recipe but if you keep your lentils, vegetables and pasta warm then it shouldn’t be a big deal if you choose not to warm it up before adding it into the dish. Now comes the fun part. Strain the pasta and return it to the pot. Then add in the lentils, sautéed vegetables and finally marinara sauce. Stir until well mixed. Then dish out into bowls, sprinkle parmesan cheese on top and enjoy warm.
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Alternatives to religious holidays abound
By Jason Wong Staff Writer From Christmas to Kwanzaa, Hanukkah to Bodhi Day, this time of year is a time for seasonal holidays across a wide spectrum of beliefs and heritages. Those holidays are all wonderful, but what is one to do if he or she does not subscribe to any particular faith? As an atheist, I sometimes feel that this time of year is a bit exclusive to those who are religious. However, there are a variety of ways to celebrate the season in a secular way. First off, there is always celebration associated with whatever holiday your family traditionally observes. Just because members of your family take religious meaning out of the event does not mean you have to as well. Instead, you can use the time to reflect on how awesome family togetherness is and take pleasure in spending time with loved
ones. And of course, the holidays, regardless of which one, always seem to come with ridiculous amounts of delicious food, so if nothing else, you can simultaneously celebrate and prepare for the cold months by consuming that food and adding an extra inch or two of insulation. Alternatively, you can celebrate the secular holiday of Festivus, made popular by an episode of “Seinfeld.” The holiday is very fun, and for those of us who appreciate a bit of humor and satire, very fitting. In order to celebrate Festivus, you will need a Festivus pole (easily obtained at any home improvement store), a group of people to air grievances with (people with a sense of humor work best) and if you are hosting, you should probably start working out to prepare for the “Feats of Strength” (wrestling should be your forte). Another way you can get into the spirit of the season is by giving. For exam-
ple, the atheist community on Reddit has started a donation fund for Doctors Without Borders, and to date has raised over $175 thousand. In the age of the internet, many bloggers pledge to donate money based on how many people read their posts. If you’re not a blogger, you could instead donate money based on how many people like your Facebook status. Of course, you are not at all limited to any of those things, and it is easy to research the many charities that operate this time of year. Finally, there is nothing wrong with throwing a secular party for friends and family. People generally gravitate to free food, regardless of the reason for it. Just as you would with family, you can just enjoy the time off from work and take pleasure in each other’s company.
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Discover new pleasures in NYC this winter
By Loumarie Rodriguez Staff Writer There is a lot more to New York than the usual touristy holiday spots. This season, exploring Central Park can reveal several hidden gems. Located a short walk from the Metropolitan Museum of Art (another place worth visiting for hours of amusement) is a unique, Egyptian-themed playground. Featuring pyramids, an obelisk and slides, the playground is based off of the Met’s Egyptian exhibit and is called the Central Park Ancient Playground. Release your inner child, then be sure to check out the museum
while you are in the area. If you feel like you are too mature for a playground and would rather see live music in a sophisticated atmosphere, check out Dizzy’s Coca Cola Club. Located on the Upper West Side, this club is a great place to check out live jazz while you dine. It can be on the pricy side, but you do get the privilege of listening to amazing jazz music live. Another hidden treasure of New York is the Russian Tea Room. It was once the gathering place for the Russian Imperial Ballet, according to its website. As the years have gone by, movies have been shot there, and many poli-
ticians, writers and society elites – and even the cast of Gossip Girls – have passed through its doors. The elegant restaurant is true to its name, serving a variety of teas and desserts, in addition to sporting several fine dining and event menus that will not disappoint. But be aware: the price-tags match the modernist Russian décor; a taste at this New York City gem will be a splurge. While in New York one thing you can’t forget to do is shop! There are so many places to go for amazing shopping, it could make your head spin. One place to check out if you are looking for
cheap brand name items is Canal Street. Located near Chinatown, Canal Street will offer a great variety for shopping, plus the opportunity to explore Chinatown. Another spot for shopping is Bryant Park. Specifically for the holiday season, Bryant Park opens different little shops from Oct. 27 to Jan. 8. New York is filled with many hidden treasures, so be sure not to stick to the typical tourist spots. Take a risk and try to explore; you never know what you may stumble across.
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Being open to change is always a good trait to have, especially in the fashion world. I’m a firm believer that developing your own personal styles comes from being open-minded and gathering inspiration from the environment around you. And then Lil’ Wayne wore leopard leggings on national television. It was like the shot heard ‘round the world. Everyone was openly slandering his pants, especially once the word came out that they indeed were from a women’s retailer. Animal prints have somehow crawled their way into men’s fashion and are seemingly here to stay. When not worn on leggings, animal prints can actually become a good look in men’s fashion. If done tastefully, prints can become a standout addition to any wardrobe. As with many trends, rappers are the faces of the newest wave of streetwear and higher fashion animal print designs. Lil’ Wayne’s leopard leggings are not the only animal based fashion co-signs he’s had. Jeremy Scott, famed celebrity fashion designer, has often collaborated with Adidas for some over the top pieces. Amongst these include sneakers infused with stuffed teddy bears, gorillas, and pandas. Not surprisingly, Wayne was also spotted wearing these earlier in the year. Other Jeremy Scott and Adidas designs have included hoodies and jackets equipped with ears on the hood corresponding to the specific animal design. One standout design is the tiger-striped tuxedo jacket that rapper Danny Brown has been spotted on tour and in videos with. Could the average person casually wear an orange hooded tuxedo jacket? Absolutely not. But with Brown’s “unique” style somehow it fits. Streetwear staple brand Supreme has also recently jumped into the animal print trend for this winter season. Teaming up with The North Face, Supreme has released winter down coats featuring leopard prints in three different colors. As with most releases from Supreme, these coats quickly sold out after they were released on Black Friday. Surely adding to the demand for these jackets, rapper Drake was seen in pictures from a recent video shoot sporting the grey and black colorway. As previously stated, animal prints have also found success in high fashion. Christian Louboutin, most known for his designs and pieces featuring the famous “red bottoms”, has also implemented a leopard design for men’s shoes. Coming in both a loafer and sneaker, these pricey designs are definitely not for the average shopper. Riccardo Tisci, with the endorsement of Jay-Z and Kanye West, vastly expanded his Givenchy brand this year. Though not exactly an animal print, Givenchy tees featuring images of rottweilers were a hot item this year. Though not an element of my personal style, these various examples of animal prints are definitely becoming more prevalent in men’s fashion. Will you catch me rocking a leopard coat? Nope. Tiger jacket? Never. But when these pieces are released by brands with cult followings (Supreme, Adidas, etc.) they sell out fast and new trends get born.
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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Twitter is changing to address a paradox about a service that revolves around messages limited to just 140 characters. As simple as it sounds, the concept remains too confusing and frustrating for a lot of people. A redesign is supposed to make Twitter easier to navigate. It offers more accessible features that customize the experience for each user. The service is also expanding users’ profile pages to accommodate more detailed information about brands in text, photos and video as Twitter tries to convert more companies into advertisers. Twitter’s tweaks debuted in a Thursday update to its software for smartphones and tablet computers. The new look will be gradually rolled out on its website during the next few weeks. The revisions aren’t a matter of desperation for Twitter, which entrepreneur Jack Dorsey invented within another startup in 2006. Twitter has become a vital communications tool and a virtual water cooler for discussing the topics of day, be it sports, entertainment or an overthrow of a Middle East regime. Twitter now has more than 100 million active users who post an average of 250 million messages, or “tweets,” a day. The company says the growth in new accounts has increased by 25 percent since October, when Twitter became a feature in the operating system that runs Apple Inc.’s latest iPhones and iPads. Even so, Twitter executives concluded they needed to make the service even simpler to use and understand to reach its long-term goal of exceeding 1 billion active users. The facelift is an attempt to “bridge the gap between the awareness of Twitter and the engagement on Twitter,” company CEO Dick Costolo said. Dorsey, who was cast aside as Twitter’s CEO in 2008 only to return as executive chairman this year, played an instrumental role in the makeover. He appeared alongside Costolo on Thursday at a media event to celebrate the changes. With the overhaul, Twitter hopes to attract more of the technology neophytes that have flocked to Facebook — a social network with 800 million worldwide users — from digital wizards to the Auntie Ems of the world. Twitter wants to reach its goal with fewer bells and whistles than Facebook, which offers new things to do and more ways to do them every few months. “We are going to offer simplicity in a world of complexity,” Costolo said. By avoiding clutter, Twitter believes it will have a better chance to remain accessible in remote parts of the world, where Internet connections might be clunky and devices might not be as sophisticated. The streamlined approach is also meant to ensure Twitter runs quickly. The company says its latest adjustments will make the messaging service about five times faster.
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Leafy Greens Salads, broccoli, brussels sprouts and other greens protect brain damage with powerful antioxidants and carotenoids so pile up those veggies! Berries Although research is still being done to determine exactly how berries are linked to protect your brain, scientists believe they help build connections between its cells, said “Prevention.” Add them to your yogurt, cereal or snack on them as is! Eggs Consider starting your day with choline-rich eggs to help maintain your brain’s cell membrane structure.
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In this image released by NBC, contestants are whisked to safety by a helicopter after completing a task in the “Heli Truck TNT Crash” stunt in the premiere episode.
(AP) - The squirming leeches that are supposed to stick to a pair of production assistants who are testing a grossout challenge keep falling off their nearly nude bodies before the wormy critters can be chewed up and swallowed. Inside a control-room truck parked outside a barn on the site of the L.A. County Fair, the show’s producers scramble to save the slimy stunt. Instead of couples taking turns dipping into a chilly tub filled with the blood suckers, the producers quickly decide that only the bikiniclad female halves of the teams will be submerged in the leech-infested water, and their male counterparts will be tasked with yanking the creatures off their teammates’ skin with only their mouths before the pair gorge on leeches. When the actual contestants tackle the slimy gag, it moves swiftly and without issue, well, any issue that would concern someone responsible for the likes of “Fear Factor.” The bloodcurdling screams, violent vomiting and emotional breakdowns that ensue during the leech sucking-andeating exercise delight the admittedly twisted producers inside the control room.
“When we do a stunt like today, I feel it’s as good, if not better, than the gross stunts that we did in the past,” executive producer Matt Kunitz said unapologetically during a break from filming earlier this year. “We made the right call because the girls were all freaking out. If the guys were in the tub, they would’ve been stoic about it, and it would’ve been boring.” It’s been five years since Kunitz and his team last worried about ways to freak out reality TV contestants, and time doesn’t seem to have hindered their mission for tension-building sadism on the over-the-top NBC contest. (Kunitz and most of his colleagues have been working on the splashy ABC obstacle course competition “Wipeout” for the past three years.) “Fear Factor” debuted in 2001 and promptly became a popular guilty pleasure, long before such trashtastic fare as “Jersey Shore” and “Keeping Up With the Kardashians.” Ratings eventually dwindled though, and after a series of gimmicky installments, including Miss USA and military editions, “Fear Factor” slithered away from NBC after six seasons in 2006.
As with any significant tinkering to a widely used service, Twitter risks alienating faithful users who liked the status quo. Facebook, for instance, has frequently been excoriated by its users for a variety of revisions during the past few years. Despite the griping, relatively few people have kicked their Facebook habits. Most of Twitter’s key changes will be found on a new navigation bar at the top of a user’s page. A new “Connect” section there will make it quicker for users to see what is being said about them in other tweets. This area will also provide a quick way to find people and brands under their Twitter account handles. Currently, users sometimes have to sift through multiple search results before finding the person or brand that they want to follow. Another section called “Discover” makes it easier to browse through subjects denoted by hash tags and, over time, see information customized to each user’s personal interests. Twitter will pick out the information and topics to highlight in this section, based on what accounts users follow and the kind of things they tweet about. The expanded space for users’ profiles can be used by any account holder, although this feature appears aimed primarily at companies that want to showcase their brands. Twitter already has enlisted more than 20 companies to expand their profiles to demonstrate the new possibilities. The list of initial participants includes American Express Co., Coca-Cola Co. and Walt Disney Co.’s Pixar animation studio. There’s no fee for the expanded profile pages. But it may help Twitter become more valuable to potential advertisers as it tries to make more money off its growing audience. Twitter is trying to increase its revenue as it builds toward an initial public offering of stock. The company isn’t in a rush for an IPO as it raised $400 million from venture capitalists earlier this year. Although Twitter didn’t even allow advertising until last year, it is now getting more aggressive, partly because there hasn’t been a major backlash to the marketing messages that have been showing up within users’ feeds during the past few months. The research firm eMarketer estimates that Twitter’s ad revenue will approach $140 million this year and rise to $260 million next year. As a privately held company, Twitter doesn’t disclose its revenue. Twitter’s new headquarters, located in an old furniture market in a hardscrabble neighborhood, is a testament to the company’s ambitions. Costolo already has leased 220,000 square feet of the building and has an option to add more — enough to accommodate several thousand workers. Twitter currently has about 700 employees, most of whom will make the two-mile move from the company’s current San Francisco office next summer.
a good way to relieve exam stress
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Friday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Bodywise also hosts the UConn Natural High Program, a program designed to encourage students to achieve their peak performance mentally, physically and socially by offering positive, healthy, alternative programming within the supportive framework of Recreational Sports. These events included ZUMBATHON and the Great Pie Race 5K. Though the fall semester Natural High Program is over, there is sure to be a spring 2012 program. “It got your mind away from studying and all the stress. They had a lot of helpful handouts,” said Michelle Carilli, a 3rd-semester allied health major. “It was nice that it was right where I live, in Towers. Most events are in Fairfield Way, so the convenience was good.” For more resources for living a healthy lifestyle on campus, visit the Nutrition and Physical Activity Services, and the Health Education office. The first has registered dieticians that provide education on eating disorders, weight loss, weight gain, vegetarian nutrition and more. The latter provides information to help students at UConn can make educated decisions regarding their own health and wellness.
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There are many different ways to help military families
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bers, past and present, and their families could be another beneficial experience. The National Military Family Association works to support military families in any aspect that they need. If you cannot contribute monetarily, you may consider providing your time as a volunteer to help advocate for these families or serving as a liaison between any military personnel you may know and the organization. If you are looking for more of a global impact, the International Peace Institute is a charity that can have serious impact on people around the world. The organization has representatives from twenty nations and is located locally in New York City. “IPI is dedicated to promoting the prevention and settlement of conflicts between and within states by strengthening international peace and security institutions,” according to their website. The organization researches different policies and helps to educate others through publications and conventions. No matter how much you can give or where you give, many people believe that donating what you can enrich the lives of those who benefit from your donation, as well as your own.
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Comics
Friday, December 9, 2011 I Hate Everything by Carin Powell
Toast by Tom Dilling
Royalty Free Speech by Ryan Kennedy
Editor’s Choice by Brendan Albetski
Horoscopes by Brian Ingmanson To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. Aries (March 21-April 19) -- Today is an 8 -- Your curiosity has the better of you, so give in to it. Follow your studies like a detective on a trail. There’s a mysterious freedom calling. Taurus (April 20-May 20) -- Today is a 9 -- There’s the potential to make some money for the next two days, and to spend some. One could get distracted by this. Stay focused on personal matters. Gemini (May 21-June 21) -- Today is a 9 -- Too much work can be a nice problem. You’ve got plenty of energy and confidence for any project. For the rest of the year, expect private innovation. Cancer (June 22-July 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Time spent going over the plans now saves time lost in confusion later. Review priorities. Don’t worry about the money. Get into action. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Today is a 9 -- The stakes may be high, but you see what needs to happen. Give an inspired performance; make a passionate pitch; share your heart out. Get your posse on board and launch.
Mensch by Jeff Fenster
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Tests for new opportunities show up all around you. With a little extra push, you see how to make it all work. A partner coordinates financing from a distance. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Plan your next escape: destination, companion and event. Being productive pays, and so does researching the perfect deal. Mix business with pleasure. Procrastination Animation by Michael McKiernan
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Today is an 8 -- Focus on business goals now, even if they require changes. Tell yourself that you can do it, and take the upper hand in the negotiations. Go for surprising results. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Today is a 9 -- Listen to your partner. Together you apply insights to a family problem. Sometimes love drops a surprise right in your lap, and all you can do is say “yes.” Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Today is a 9 -- Things are getting busier. You’re going to have to prioritize your goals, ideas and social events. You will figure it out. You’re quite inventive.
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Nothing Extraordinary by Thomas Feldtmose
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Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Today is a 7 -- Building a romantic palace with a strong foundation of love is easy now. Invest time in planting a community garden, rather than building a moat. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Today is a 7 -- Spend a little time nesting and improving your home for rewards you’ll long appreciate. A little research alters the plan for the better. Catch up with friends.
Eggsalad by Elliot Nathan
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» MLB
Albert Pujols signs with Los Angeles
DALLAS (AP)—Albert Pujols could have been a wealthy Cardinal for life, planning for the day his statue would be erected outside Busch Stadium next to those of Stan Musial, Bob Gibson and the other St. Louis greats. Instead, exactly six weeks after leading the Cardinals to a second title in one of the most thrilling World Series ever, he decided to accept the secondhighest contract in baseball history for a new future in southern California with the Los Angeles Angels. The three-time NL MVP agreed Thursday to a $254 million, 10-year contract with the Angels, leaving behind a heartbroken fan base by jilting one of the sport’s traditional teams for an expansion club with only one championship in its half-century. For baseball, it was a virtually unprecedented move. Many top stars have changed teams in their careers, from Babe Ruth to Willie Mays to Barry Bonds. But this is perhaps the best player in the game over the past decade, exiting shortly after one of the great postseason power shows. A big and burly offensive force with a shaved head, the nine-time All-Star has a room full of honors, winning the 2001 NL Rookie of the Year award, NL MVPs in 2005, 2008 and 2009, a batting title in 2003 and a pair of Gold Gloves at first base. Who would have predicted that when the Cardinals selected him in the 13th round of the 1999 amateur draft with the 402nd overall selection? And now, he’s going West. As his deal fell into place on the final day of the winter meetings, the Angels struck another big agreement, a $77.5 million, five-year contract with left-hander C.J. Wilson, the ace whose Texas Rangers lost to the Cardinals in the seven-game World Series. “This is obviously the moment where we have thrown our hat in the ring,” new Angels manager Jerry Dipoto said.
Had he stayed in St. Louis before packed, adoring crowds, Pujols would’ve established a Cal Ripken-like legacy of loyalty, a rare modern star who remained with a franchise from first at-bat to final swing. Instead, some of his former fans will see him as a sellout. Pujols rejected a multiyear extension last offseason that was said to include a small percentage of the franchise and cut off negotiations a day before he arrived at spring training. St. Louis also offered the slugger a 10-year deal that chairman Bill DeWitt Jr. said was in excess of $200 million. “I would like our fans to know that we tried our best to make Albert a lifetime Cardinal,” he said in a statement, adding later in a telephone interview: “They were substantially higher than our bid.” In St. Louis, Pujols has accomplished so much that he would have been beloved no matter his future performance. But in Anaheim, he will have to prove himself anew. “I think his body’s going to start breaking down and he’s not going to be good for 10 years,” said Katie Coyle, fitness coordinator at the Webster-Kirkwood YMCA in Missouri, a die-hard fan who wore team colors to work during the playoffs. “I think he’s going to regret leaving here. If he’d have stayed here and signed a long-term deal with the Cardinals, they’d have had compassion for him because they’ve seen him at his best.” Pujols’ contract, which like Wilson’s is subject to a physical, is only the third to break the $200 million barrier, following Alex Rodriguez’s $252 million, 10-year deal with Texas before the 2001 season and A-Rod’s $275 million, 10-year agreement with the Yankees before the 2008 season. “This is a monumental day for Angel fans and I could not be more excited,” said owner Arte Moreno, who bought the team for $184 million from The Walt Disney Co. in 2003, a year after its only title.
Despite a top-four payroll this year, the Angels languished to a second-place finish behind Texas in the AL West. They spent $331.5 million on just two players, capping an unusual winter meetings in which the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox watched while the Angels and Miami Marlins spent as if they were the sport’s financial elite. Moving into a new ballpark next season, the Marlins failed to reel in Pujols but acquired All-Star closer Heath Bell, All-Star shortstop Jose Reyes and left-hander Mark Buehrle for $191 million, meaning the two clubs committed $522.5 million to just five free agents. “I think baseball needs to have a steroid-testing policy for owners,” said Andrew Zimbalist, a sports economics professor at Smith College. At the very same hotel 11 years earlier, teams spent $738.95 million on 24 free agents and none of the three big deals worked out as planned. Rodriguez, Manny Ramirez ($160 million over eight years with Boston) and Mike Hampton ($121 million over eight years with Colorado) all were traded during their contracts. Pujols became the first player to hit 30 home runs in his first 11 seasons and the second after Al Simmons (1924-34) to reach 100 RBIs in his first 10. He has a .338 average with 445 home runs and 1,329 RBIs to become a franchise icon second only to Musial, and is fourth in career slugging percentage at .617, trailing only Hall of Famers Ruth (.690), Ted Williams (.634) and Lou Gehrig (.632). But Pujols’ numbers in nearly every major offensive category are on a three-year decline. He had his poorest season in 2011 with a .299 average, 37 homers and 99 RBIs. He batted just .240 in the Series but had a night for the ages in Game 3, joining Ruth and Reggie Jackson as only the third player to hit three home runs in a Series game. “We understand that play-
AP
Albert Pujols gestures as he crosses home after hitting a two-run home run during the 7th inning of a World Series game against Texas.
ers will go through peaks and valleys of sort,” Dipoto said. “Albert has spent many years operating at peak, and if we want to call a decline going from superhuman to just great, I don’t think we’ve seen the last great days of Albert Pujols, obviously, or we wouldn’t be sitting here today.” Some have speculated he is older than the listed 31 and he could be a full-time designated hitter within a few years. “Albert Pujols’ age to me is not a concern,” Dipoto said. “I’m not a scientist. I can’t tell you where he is, but I can tell you he hits like he’s 27.” The Angels made the move as the financially troubled Los Angeles Dodgers are in the process of being sold by Frank McCourt in U.S. Bankruptcy Court, a deal that could give the region’s NL team a new, wealthy owner. The Dodgers
could aggressively bid for talent a year from now, giving them a boost in the regional competition for fans’ attention. “Winning breeds interest, and we are setting ourselves up to start next season with an opportunity to get good,” Dipoto said. Pujols agreed in 2004 to a $100 million, seven-year contract, a deal that— with a 2011 option and bonuses—wound up paying him $112.55 million over eight years. Cardinals fans already lamenting the retirement of manager Tony La Russa won’t get to see Pujols up close for a while—his old and new teams don’t meet in interleague play next season. “He left a pretty good impact over there. I don’t think fans will soon forget what his contributions were,” said former Cardinals manager and star Joe
Torre, now an executive with Major League Baseball. “I still think the St. Louis fans are going to be more appreciative than angry.” Pujols’ agent, Dan Lozano, split off last year from the Beverly Hills Sports Council to form his own agency, and Pujols’ negotiations seemed like an attempt to surpass A-Rod’s landmark first big deal. “This is a footprint contract, because it follows the footprint laid by other great players,” said agent Scott Boras, who negotiated Rodriguez’s agreements. “Putting a hitter like Albert Pujols in a big market, where he can be a DH, I think it’s a win-win for everybody.” Other teams were somewhat surprised by his decision, but not shocked in a sport that has often seen stars shift for larger salaries. Reaction depended on the league.
» NCAA FOOTBALL
Luck wins Walter Camp Award
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (AP)— Stanford quarterback Andrew Luck has won the Walter Camp Foundation’s award as college football’s player of the year. The award, in its 45th year, is voted on by the nation’s 120 Football Bowl Subdivision head coaches and sports information directors. Luck threw for 3,170 yards and a school-record 35 touchdowns as a senior, leading No. 4 Stanford to an 11-1 record and a bid to play No. 3 Oklahoma State in the Fiesta Bowl. He beat out Baylor quarterback Robert Griffin III, Houston quarterback Case Keenum, Alabama running back Trent Richardson and LSU defensive back Tyrann Mathieu. Luck joins former Cardinal quarterback Jim Plunkett as the only Stanford players to win the Walter Camp award. Luck is 31-6 as a starter at Stanford and holds school career records with 80 touchdowns passing, a 66.4 percent completion percentage and 10,043 yards of total offense. He has a 3.48 grade-point average as an architectural design major. Luck also was a finalist for the 2010 Walter Camp award, losing out to eventual Heisman Trophy winner Cam Newton. But the award is not always a bellwether for the Heisman. Since 2000, only five players—Newton, Troy Smith (2006), Reggie Bush (2005), Matt Leinart (2004) and Eric Crouch (2001)—have won both awards in the same season. Bush later had his Heisman stripped from him. Luck and members of the Walter Camp 2011 AllAmerican team will be honored at the foundation’s national awards banquet Jan. 14 at Yale University.
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Sports
» MEN'S HOCKEY
Huskies to play six games over break
By Carmine Colangelo Staff Writer In a little less than two weeks, most UConn students will have wrapped up their fall semester and will be heading home for winter break. But while most students will be home for the break, the UConn men’s hockey team will be playing in six games. After they play Atlantic Hockey opponent Bentley today at 7:05 p.m., the Huskies will not play again until Dec. 29. The Huskies, who have played in 15 games so far this season, are 5-8-2 and 4-5-1 in conference play. The Huskies have seen stellar play so far from forwards Cole Schneider and Brant Harris, who lead the team with 16 and 15 points, respectively. Schneider has accumulated a team leading 12 assists and four goals, whereas Harris has a team-leading 11 goals and four assists. Goaltender Garrett Bartus has had a standout for the Huskies in net with 496 saves on the season boasting goals against average 2.65 and a .925 save percentage.
On the 29th, the Huskies will play Army at home as part of the Toyota UConn Classic. This will mark the second time the Huskies have played the Black Knights this season. The last time these two teams played, the Huskies won 5-0. Bartus earned his first career shutout in that game, with 47 saves, and Schneider scored two goals. Both these teams should have played a second time already, but that game was cancelled due to weather. The winner moves on to the championship game of the small tournament. Out of their six games over break, the Huskies will play four of them at home. After the two games in the Toyota UConn Classic, the Huskies will host Niagara for two games at home and then travel to Buffalo, N.Y., to play Canisius for a weekend series. Both series will be the first times these conference opponents have played against each other this season. Catch the Huskies in their last game before break tonight at 7:05 p.m. in the Freitas Ice Forum.
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UConn's junior goaltender Garrett Bartus moves to his left during a game against RIT on Dec. 3. The Huskies will take on six opponents during the inter-semester break.
Crimson fought back, but Huskies were able to maintain their lead into the second half
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UConn basketball coach Jim Calhoun points to the court and shouts to his team during the Huskies' win Thursday night.
from HARVARD, page 14 UConn maintained their threepoint halftime lead through the second half’s first few minutes, but consecutive 3-pointers from Napier and Boatright put the score at 39-30. After a Drummond dunk along the baseline, Lamb hit a 3-pointer to give UConn a 52-39 lead with under nine min-
utes remaining in the second half. “I thought Jeremy, in the second half, looked like a big time player... Things don’t really bother him, they really don’t,” Calhoun said. Although Harvard hung around the rest of the way, the Crimson couldn’t pull within single digits for very long in the second half en route to their first loss of the
Blain: Jets can only afford one loss or they will find themselves out of playoff contention
from THE NATURE, page 14 At 7-5, the Jets are in a four-way tie for the wildcard and virtually no tiebreakers with the other three teams. They can realistically only afford one loss – if that – to remain in the picture. So let’s revisit that all-too-accurate descriptor, seeing as how inconsistency could be the end of the Jets this season. They could easily lose three of their four remaining games, just as likely as they could win them. The Chiefs should be a given win without Jamal Charles and potentially with Tyler Palko starting at QB, or Kyle Orton at best. Next up is the Eagles. They have talent and you never know what you’re going to get from them. Yes, the Jets should win that game as well, but any seasoned Jets fan will tell you that the phrase “should win” means nothing. Then comes the cross-town rival: the Giants. Big blue may be 6-6, but three of their last four losses are against the three best teams in the NFC. If you can chalk up one loss for the Jets to any of their remaining teams, this would be it. Last but not least: the Dolphins. This game should
scare the living you-knowwhat out of any Jets fan. I know that sounds unreasonable, but the Jets have a bad history of playing in games that decide whether they are in or out, and the last time this happened against the Dolphins was in 2008 when the Jets had Brett Favre. Not to mention the fact that the Dolphins are playing some pretty good football lately, including their complete dismantling of Oakland last week. This is another game that the (I’ll bring the word back again) inconsistent Jets could drop. So in the end, Jets fans, you have to ask yourselves: am I a salty old Jets fan who believes in the “same old Jets” mantra, or am I young and optimistic? Do I have faith in my team, or do I like to prepare for the worst? Am I hopeful, or do I have too many scars and consider hope as a Jets fan to be a waste of time? One thing remains despite how you see yourself: For the Jets to keep their playoff hopes alive they are going to have to stop being something they have been all season long.
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season. Kyle Casey led the team with 12 points. “We came here with the idea of winning and we played with that spirit,” Amaker said. “I’m very pleased with our ball club.” UConn led Harvard 12-10 through six minutes. Drummond had two dunks in the early going, one off an alley-oop pass courtesy of Napier. Tyler Olander, who
finished with seven points and six rebounds, and DeAndre Daniels added 3-pointers. “[Tyler] can drag you out and he can hit the 3-pointer and foul line jump shot,” Calhoun said. The Huskies stretched the lead to nine points at the 6:44 mark after a Napier jumper. Casey answered with a three on the other end as the shot clock expired to cut the score to 28-22. Webster hit a 3-pointer with under 4:30 in the half to cut the deficit to three points. The Crimson would only add one point the rest of the half while UConn would score a mere basket to lead 30-28 at halftime. Lamb led the Huskies with nine points at the half while Casey and Christian Webster combined for 17 for Harvard. UConn has next week off due to final exams and will play Holy Cross at the XL Center on Sunday Dec. 18 at 1 p.m. Harvard plays at cross-town rival Boston University this Saturday at 4 p.m. on NESN.
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Cerullo: Officials should have used some common sense from MY BIGGEST, page 14 “Losing a game or having an official’s call go against you or your team are all part of sports. Just like athletes and coaches, officials try hard to do the best job possible,” the MIAA statement read. “Athletes must learn to put these things behind them and move forward. During their lifetime they will experience similar situations where they feel ‘wronged’ by a superior or authority figure and they must learn to deal with that situation.” Is that not the most condescending load of bunk you’ve ever heard? Where do these people get off? When I see a something like that, do you know what I think? I think whoever is making the decisions at the MIAA was wronged as a kid, and all he ever learned growing up was “life’s not always fair, so deal with it.” I don’t accept that line of thinking and I never will.
That is not what we should be teaching our kids. Sports are about fair competition, playing hard and leaving it all on the field. So if you play your hearts out and win, you deserve to win and you deserve to celebrate, and having that taken away from you because some stupid rule says you can’t show emotion after the biggest play of your life is a failure of the system and a mockery of what sports are all about. If I had my way, there would be a rule in place across every sporting league in the world that would overrule all the others. That rule would be “common sense trumps all.” So the next time something like this happens, the governing body could stand up and make things right. But that would just make way too much sense wouldn’t it? Follow Mac Cerullo on Twitter at @MacCerullo.
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» NBA
NBA will not approve Paul trade
NEW ORLEANS (AP)— The NBA, owners of the New Orleans Hornets, refused Thursday to approve a threeteam trade that would have sent Hornets All-Star guard Chris Paul to the Los Angeles Lakers. “It’s not true that the owners killed the deal, the deal was never discussed at the Board of Governors meeting and the league office declined to make the trade for basketball reasons,” league spokesman Mike Bass said. Yahoo Sports reported that NBA Commissioner David Stern killed the trade after several owners complained. Citing
anonymous sources, Yahoo reported Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban was one of the most vocal owners upset about the deal, done the same day as the end of the lockout, which was supposed to restore competitive balance in the league. Owners and players ratified a new collective bargaining agreement Thursday, the final step to ending the five-month lockout and paving the way for training camps and free agency to open Friday. There was hope in small markets like New Orleans that after the lockout it would be
2012 kicks off with Seton Hall for the Huskies from UCONN'S, page 14 To kick off 2012, UConn will hit the road and head south to New Jersey for games at Seton Hall on Jan. 3, and at Rutgers on Jan. 7. On Jan. 9, the Huskies will be a part of ESPN’s “Big Monday” when they host West Virginia at the XL Center, broadcasted on ESPN2. As students return from winter vacation, UConn will play Notre Dame in South Bend on Saturday, Jan. 14. The Fighting Irish beat the
Huskies twice last season. Off the Rim Drummond didn’t wear a mask over his nose for the first time during a game this season. He said he felt more comfortable and was happy when he got the news he could ditch the mask. “I was really excited not to wear it anymore,” Drummond said. “I was thinking about burning it.”
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easier for teams to hold on to their biggest stars. Had the deal had been approved, one of the NBA’s biggest stars from the league-owned small-market Hornets would have moved to one of the NBA’s largest, richest markets. The Hornets have been owned by the NBA since last December, when the league bought the club from founder George Shinn. A person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press that the framework for a deal had been in place earlier Thursday, but that Paul would report to Hornets training camp
Friday. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity because the talks were supposed to remain confidential. The proposed deal would have sent Lamar Odom from the Lakers to New Orleans and Pau Gasol from the Lakers to Houston. The Rockets also had agreed to send forward Louis Scola, shooting guard Kevin Martin, point guard Goran Dragic and a first-round draft choice to New Orleans. If the Hornets are unable to figure out a trade for Paul, he would be able to opt out of his current contract after the upcoming season.
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The Daily Question Q : “Which freshman basketball player has impressed you most so far?” apologies to Drummond, Kaleena Mosqueda-Lewis has been an A : “With absolute freak.” –Dan Agabiti, Senior Staff Writer
» That’s what he said
Dec. 18 Holy Cross 1 p.m.
Dec. 22 Fairfield 7 p.m.
Dec. 28 USF 9 p.m.
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UCF excited for Big East move
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Dec 31 St. Johns 12 p.m.
Jan. 3 Seton Hall 7 p.m.
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Home: Gampel Pavilion, XL Center Today Dec. 18 Seton Hall Baylor 7 p.m. 8:30 p.m.
Dec. 21 Coll. of Charleston 7 p.m.
Dec. 29 Fairfield 7:30 p.m
Jan. 4 West Virginia 7 p.m.
Men’s Ice Hockey (4-7-2) Today Dec. 29 Bentley Army 7:05 p.m. 7:05 p.m.
Dec. 30 Toyota Classic TBA
Women’s Ice Hockey (3-12-4) Jan. 3 Harvard 7 p.m.
Jan. 7 Brown 1 p.m.
Jan. 10 Union 7 p.m.
Jan. 13 Jan. 14 New New Hampshire Hampshire 4 p.m. 7 p.m.
Men’s Swimming & Diving Jan. 21 Seton Hall 1 p.m.
Jan. 29 Colgate Noon
Feb. 5 Dartmouth Noon
Feb. 11, 12 Big East Diving Championships All Day
Women’s Swimming & Diving Jan. 21 Seton Hall 1 p.m.
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Connecticut’s Andre Drummond dunks in front of Harvard’s Keith Wright (44) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Storrs.
THE Weekend Ahead UConn has a full schedule in all sports during this winter break By Carmine Colangelo Staff Writer
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Game to Attend: UConn men’s basketball vs. Fairfield. Over winter break, the No. 9 Huskies will play several games, including four home games at the XL Center. On Dec. 22, the Huskies will square off against in-state rival Fairfield University. What is most interesting about this game is that forward Tyler Olander will go against older brother Ryan, who plays center for the Stags. This will be the first time these two have played together since they were teammates at E.O. Smith High School. The game will tip off at 7 p.m. Game to Follow: UConn women’s basketball at Baylor. This will be a great game to follow over break as the No. 2 Huskies will travel to Waco, Texas Dec. 18 to face the No. 1 Bears. After opening their Big East sched-
ule today at Seton Hall, the next time the Huskies play is against Brittney Griner and the Bears. Griner leads the Bears, averaging 29.9 points, 11 rebounds per game and just over five blocks per game. Forward Kaleena Mosqueda-Lewis is leading the Huskies in scoring with 16 points per game and center Stefanie Dolson leads the Huskies with 6.5 rebounds per game. The matchup of UConn’s four-guard offense and Baylor’s post dominance will be an interesting one. Number of the Week: 11. Forward Brant Harris of the UConn men’s hockey team has recorded a team-leading 11 goals so far this season. He also has four assists, giving him 15 points on the year, good for second this season. The Huskies, who are coming off of a series split against RIT last weekend, will play again today versus Bentley. The game begins at 7:05 p.m.
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» NCAA
–UConn men’s basketball coach Jim Calhoun on the Big East’s expansion.
Home: Gampel Pavilion, XL Center
“After the way break went, how do you see the men’s basketball team finishing the season?”
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ORLANDO, Fla. (AP)—Central Florida has been trying to raise its athletic profile nationally for much of the past decade, investing in an on-campus football stadium and hiring new coaches to lead its programs. It seems to finally have paid off. Administrators and coaches were beaming like proud parents Thursday, a day after officially accepting an all-sports invitation to join the Big East Conference—which comes with an automatic-qualifying spot in a Bowl Championship Series game for football and the potential to generate considerably more revenue across the board. “One of the things that you get if you’re president of a place for 20 years is just a little bit of perspective,” UCF president John Hitt said Thursday. “As you think about all of this as a continuum, this is a big day in all of that…This is a remarkable time for our university and I hope all of us can savor the moment.” Due to its contractual ties with Conference USA, UCF won’t begin competing in the Big East until 2013. Then it will join what Big East officials are promoting as the first truly national conference. Other additions include UCF’s current C-USA-mates Houston and SMU, and new football-only members Boise State and San Diego State. The five new teams are helping the Big East build a 12-team football league following the departures of Syracuse, Pittsburgh and West Virginia. The news Wednesday came less than a month after an on-going NCAA investigation led to the resignation of UCF’s former athletic director and a suspension and reprimand for the Knights’ head basketball coach. And there are many sport-specific logistics remain unresolved, such as whether the Knights would play in the East or West division in football. But no one was thinking about the troubled past on Thursday and. And as for any travel issues, Hitt and football coach George O’Leary both said the recruiting and financial benefits of being in an automaticqualifying conference outweighs any travel concerns. The Big East is seeking a new television contract that will be the most lucrative for members and could approach $10 million per school. UCF currently pulls in around $1.16 million as a member of C-USA. As for total revenue, Hitt estimated that the high end the new affiliation could generate for UCF is closer to $15 million.
» NCAA FOOTBALL
Kansas hires former Notre Dame coach Weis LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP)— Charlie Weis’ first try at being a college head coach ended in disaster, the longtime NFL assistant unable to live up to the lofty expectations at Notre Dame. He’ll get another chance at a program with much more modest aspirations. Weis accepted an offer to coach Kansas on Thursday, and will set about rebuilding a program that won the Orange Bowl just a few years ago but floundered under Turner Gill. Weis will be introduced during a news conference Friday. The longtime NFL assistant is wrapping up his first season as offensive coordinator at Florida after spending one season directing the Kansas City Chiefs’ offense. But his most extensive college experience came with the Fighting Irish, where he went 35-27 in five seasons. The 55-year-old Weis helped the New England Patriots win three Super Bowls on the staff of Bill Belichick, and also spent time with the New York Jets and New York Giants. “There aren’t many oppor-
tunities you get to be a head coach,” Florida coach Will Muschamp said. “I know Charlie, the last one didn’t end the way he wanted it to. He’s an outstanding football coach. He’s a family man, and I’m extremely happy for him and his wife and Hannah and Charlie Jr.” Kansas Athletic Director Sheahon Zenger is hopeful that Weis’ high profile will energize a fan base that had grown apathetic under Gill, who was fired after going 5-19 in just two seasons. School officials would not disclose the terms of Weis’ contract. Gill signed a five-year deal that guaranteed him $10 million, which means the school is on the hook for roughly $6 million after firing him. Weis was making about $800,000 per year with the Gators. It was little secret that Weis wasn’t fond of Kansas City during his time with the Chiefs, and he moved on to the Gators in part so that he could be near his son, who is also on the football staff. jump right into recruiting.
» INSIDE SPORTS TODAY
P.12: UConn hockey has tough break ahead. / P.11: Charlie Weis to coach Kansas. / P.11: Albert Pujols signs with the Angels.
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HARVARD TAKEN TO SCHOOL
Freshmen have big impact in Huskies’ home win against Harvard By Matt McDonough Sports Editor
Mac Cerullo You know what I hate? When something colossally stupid happens and everyone in charge just shrugs and says “oh well, it’s unfortunate but the rules are the rules.” Easily my biggest pet peeve in the world is injustice. It makes me burn. So when I read the other day that a Boston-area high school lost the Division 4A Super Bowl title because the go-ahead touchdown was called back for “excessive celebration,” I wanted to hurl. What happened was Cathedral High School trailed Blue Hills Regional Technical School, and Cathedral’s quarterback Matthew Owens broke free to score the goahead touchdown. On his way into the endzone, he raised his arm in celebration, which was apparently enough for the official to flag him for unsportsmanlike conduct. The touchdown was called back, and Blue Hills wound up winning the game 16-14. Let me repeat, he raised his arm in celebration. He didn’t crow step, he didn’t somersault into the endzone, he didn’t do a riverdance while calling out the name of each opponent’s mothers, he raised his arm like any normal human being with emotions would if they made the biggest play of their life on the highest stage. The same thing happened in last year’s Pinstripe Bowl, too, when a Kansas State wide receiver caught the game-tying two-point conversion but had it called back because he saluted the crowd. I can’t fathom why the referee would choose to make that call in either of those situations. In each case, nothing could be done because, according to the letter of the law, the call was correct. But what kills me is what the MIAA, the governing body of high school sports in Massachusetts, had to say in defense of its decision to uphold the call:
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The nature of the Jets By Darryl Blain Tri-State Sports Columnist What words realistically come to mind when looking at the New York Jets’ season so far? There are quite a few possibilities, depending on how you frame things. You can either see it as successful or unmotivated, playoff-bound or home-bound, disappointing or on-par. Amidst all the questions, I’ll give you a one-word descriptor that is almost impossible to dispute: “inconsistent.” To say that you can never know what to expect for this team on a weekly basis is an understatement. They have a few quality wins on their resumes, like the Cowboys and the Chargers (who were 4-1 when the Jets beat them), and some losses, after which if you said the Jets looked like a high school team, you’d be generous (the Ravens game comes to mind, especially). So what’s to say about the outlook for the rest of the season with such volatile observations so far? The remaining schedule isn’t one that would put the Jets at a disadvantage. Their opponents coming into the final stretch of the season have an average of 4.75 wins through 12 games, and only one team (the Giants) is even .500. So how could the Jets possibly not make the playoffs, right?
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As the UConn student section chanted against a contingent of Harvard fans in the soldout Gampel Pavilion stands, the No. 9 Huskies men’s basketball team outlasted the No. 25 and previously unbeaten Crimson 67-53 on Alumni Court. Jeremy Lamb had a team-high 18 points as the Huskies improved to 8-1 on the season and the Crimson dropped to 8-1. “I just think they have those perimeter players– [Shabazz] Napier, [Ryan] Boatright and Lamb– they’re unguardable,” said Harvard coach Tommy Amaker. Boatright scored 11 points on 4-of-10 shooting and Napier had nine points and seven assists. Andre Drummond finished with 12 points and four rebounds in 25 minutes in another quality win over a ranked opponent. Five of Drummond’s six baskets from the field were dunks. “We don’t want to try finesse,” said coach Jim Calhoun. “I’m just used to dunking the ball,” Drummond said. “It’s like a guard doing a lay-up. I’m used to it.” Drummond was happy to play his first game without the mask that protected his healing broken nose. “I was thinking about burning [the mask],” Drummond said. “I couldn’t find anywhere to do it.”
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UConn’s freshman Andre Drummond goes up for a shot against the Harvard Crimson during Thursday night’s 67-53 win. Drummond scored 12 points.
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Tough slate ahead for the Huskies over break
By Dan Agabiti Senior Staff Writer
Beside UConn, the other three teams in last season’s Final Four were Baylor, Notre Dame and the national champion, Texas A&M. By the time UConn students return to campus for spring classes, the Huskies will have faced all of them. After defeating Texas A&M 81-51 Tuesday night, the Huskies will have their chance at No.1 Baylor as well as the team that ended their championship hopes, Notre Dame. Both games will be on the road and in a hostile environment. For the Huskies, the inter-semester break is going to be crucial.
They start their Big East schedule This year’s UConn squad is not against Seton Hall tonight and will a particularly good rebounding have two great chances to prove team, in particular against teams themselves as a powerhouse. like Baylor with a lot of size in The first of such chances comes their front court. The Huskies against Baylor Dec. were out-rebounded 18 on ESPN. For that 37-28 by the Aggies game, the Huskies Tuesday night and are faced with the Huskies’ coach Geno daunting task of Auriemma thinks containing Brittney there’s only one way Griner, who many to compensate for his consider the best team’s lack of size. player in the nation. “We got to be Notebook The game preskind of scrappy,” ents an interesting Auriemma said. matchup of styles. UConn has Texas A&M coach Gary Blair been playing with four guards all thinks that a key to the game is season long, while Baylor’s dom- going to be the Huskies’ center inating offensive presence comes Stefanie Dolson and whether she from Griner, the best low-post can stay out of foul trouble. player in the nation. If Griner is able to get the better
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of Dolson, or get her in foul trouble, then UConn is going to have to do a lot of rotating defensively, leaving Baylor’s dangerous shooters open on the wing. That situation doesn’t bode well for UConn. “I’m anxious to see it,” Blair said. “This is what women’s basketball should be.” A few weeks after the Baylor matchup, the Huskies travel to South Bend, Ind with payback on their minds in a game with both conference and national implications. Last season, it was the Fighting Irish who defeated the Huskies in the Final Four 72-63. This season, the Irish are once again primed for another run at a title and are predicted by many to win the Big East.
The Huskies have looked good so far, but Auriemma has said repeatedly that his team has a lot to work on. One of the things that has been concerning is their multitude of mistakes, he said. But Auriemma is not worried about their mistakes so far and said that he hasn’t had a mistake-free team since 2002. “Most teams do make mistakes,” Auriemma said. “But you make up for mistakes by how hard you compete at things.” He used guard Bria Hartley as an example and said that though she makes mistakes, she works very hard as a player and does not stop trying to make things happen.
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UConn’s defense was key in win over Harvard By Colin McDonough Associate Sports Editor
a bit and make it hard for him to get the ball,” Drummond said. UConn’s team defense was stellar against the Crimson as Coach Tommy Amaker said that well, particularly in the second Keith Wright is No. 24 Harvard’s half. Harvard started the second best player. The stats say he is, with half shooting one of 12 from team highs in points and rebounds. the field, and finished the game But last night at 36 percent from the Gampel Pavilion, the field, 30 percent No. 9 UConn men’s in the second half. basketball team was This was against a able to keep him in team that, as coach check. Jim Calhoun said, “I was playing “runs its stuff as Wright really well well as anyone.” and made it tough “I thought our for him to score the defense got better and Notebook ball,” said Andre better,” Calhoun said. Drummond. “I though we defenWright was three of 10 from sively dominated them.” the field and scored nine points on Harvard runs its sets until the the night. end of the shot clock, which makes “We were hopeful that we were it tough on defenses. going to get something inside,” “The hardest thing about playing Amaker said. “Keith … gave us a them is you have to play the whole few baskets.” 35 seconds,” said Tyler Olander. Drummond said the team “You have to stay focused.” worked on practice on forcing Winter Break Slate Wright out of position. Last night’s game was the “So what I’d do is push him out final contest for the Huskies
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before final exams. UConn has a 10-day break before playing Holy Cross Dec. 18 at the XL Center. Four days after the game against the 3-6 Crusaders, the Huskies will host defending MAAC regular season champion Fairfield. Tyler Olander’s older brother, Ryan, is a senior captain for the Stags. Fairfield is 5-4 overall under new coach Sydney Johnson. Johnson coached Princeton to the NCAA tournament last year, where they lost to Kentucky. On Dec. 28, UConn will begin Big East play at the St. Pete Times Forum against South Florida. The Bulls were picked by the writers to finish 14th in the Big East preseason poll, they are 5-4 on the season thus far. At noon on Dec. 31, the Huskies will have their first conference home game when St. John’s comes to Hartford. At the moment, the Red Storm is 4-5. That is the worst overall record for Big East teams.
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UConn’s sophomore forward holds the ball during the Huskies’ 67-53 win over the Harvard Crimson during Thursday night’s game.