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UConn equalizes penalties for marijuana, underage alcohol By Nicholas Rondinone News Editor
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The Office of Community Standards equalized the penalties for small amounts of marijuana and underage possession of alcohol after a meeting between university administration and student government leaders. The meeting on Monday between the two parties followed a state of position passed in November by USG senators that endorsed equalizing the penalties for the two violations, according to a statement from USG.
“I am happy to have worked with the Office of Community Standards to update the list of possible sanctions, effectively equalizing the punishments for underage drinking and possession of small amounts of marijuana,” said USG President Sam Tracy in the statement. “This change has made UConn’s response to these two minor drug violations much more sensible, focusing on the health of the student rather than on harsh sanctions that do nothing to solve the problem.” The move followed the state’s decriminalization of marijuana
in July that made possession of less than one half ounce of marijuana an infraction punishable with a $150 fine for all, and an additional 60-day license suspension if under 21. “Equalizing UConn’s penalties for underage alcohol and small amounts of marijuana simply makes sense – when state law treats the two infractions as equal, it’s sensible for the state’s flagship university to do so as well,” Michael Gallie, current president of UConn’s chapter of SSDP, said in the statement. Before the changes, stu-
dents faced penalties including University suspension for possession of marijuana – the same penalty for drugs including heroine, cocaine and others. Now, students face warnings and the UConn Compass program, according to the Student Code. “A vast majority of incidents at UConn involving marijuana involve small, decriminalized amounts, so it makes sense for Residential Life to handle these incidents internally and save the police time that could be better used stopping drunk drivers or other dangerous activities,” said USG
Huskies look to snap four-game losing streak. SPORTS/ page 14 EDITORIAL: MATURO’S COMMENTS SHOW LAPSE IN JUDGMENT East Haven mayor must be role model.
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Seminar helps students practice networking
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Senator Bryan Flanaghan, who helped author the state of position. The Student Code does include caveats for possession given “aggravating factors” including prior violations or amount, which could result in harsher punishment including university probation, removal from housing and a Wellness and Prevention educational sanction. These penalties are not final, but only a possible list of penalties following the violation, according to the Student Code.
The UConn Alumni Association and Career Services partnered to offer a networking training event to students Thursday in the Alumni Center. The training was geared towards helping students answer the question, “If you were going to look for a job, where would you start?” That question is on a lot of students’ minds, especially as a new class of seniors approaches graduation and the job market. The event, titled “Beyond Hello: Networking 101 for Students,” offered advice on how to build and maintain professional relationships. Neal Robinson, a graduate assistant in Career Services, talked about the importance of utilizing your network to find opportunities for work. Our generation typically goes to the internet first to look for work, but Robinson said that almost 80 percent of jobs aren’t posted online. Rather than using job-posting boards like Monster, he suggested students maintain profiles on professional networking sites like LinkedIn, and use these connections to
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Caitlin Williams, director of alumni relations for CLAS, speaks at a networking workshop put on by the UConn Alumni Association and Career Services. Williams offered suggestions for natual conversation and presentation during a professional interview.
find where the jobs are. so much easier to get foot in the door when establish that personal
“It’s your you con-
nection,” he said. Nancy Bilmes, associate director of Career Services, offered advice on appropri-
» ACADEMICS
Director of Honors Program to step down
By Courtney Robishaw Staff Writer At the end of this academic year, Dr. Lynne Goodstein, Director of the Honors Program and Vice Provost for Enrichment Programs for the past ten years, will step down and not seek a third five-year term. According to an e-mail sent to honors program students last week, Goodstein plans to become a tenured professor in the Department of Sociology this summer. She hopes to continue working with honors students as a professor. “I have thoroughly enjoyed the work I have done over the past almost ten years and leaving the job will be bittersweet,” she said in the e-mail. “One of the benefits of my position was the opportunity to collaborate with so many great people across all sectors of the university on projects to benefit our students,” she wrote, “I have
been privileged to work with hundreds of amazing students, inspired faculty instructors and a group of energetic and creative staff members.” Goodstein has a bachelor of arts from the University of Pennsylvania and a Ph.D. in social psychology from the City University in New York. Previously, she was a faculty member and administrator at Penn State University and she was the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Simmons College in Boston, according to the honors program website. She co-authored four books and many journal articles on criminal justice and higher education. She also spent time working with correctional institutions and criminal sentencing as a criminologist. Students in the honors program have enjoyed working with her during their time at UConn. “She’s really creative and brings a lot of energy and enthusiasm,”
said Mikey Chase, a 6th-semester allied health sciences major. “She got me involved in multiple things when I came to UConn, and she motivated me to do as many things as I did in high school, like the honors council,” he added. “Dr. Goodstein told me I didn’t just get into the honors program because I’m a minority, but because I am qualified.” Julia Quattrini, a 6th-semester nutrition major said, “I admire her passion from listening to her speak and her concern for all her students.” Goodstein will be spending her last few months as Director of the Honors Program assisting in the search for her successor and spending time with students and faculty. “I hope to use the next few months to thank them for all they have done to make my job so fulfilling,” she said.
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ate face-to-face conduct in networking situations. Certain actions, like visible interest and eye contact, increase the
chances that conversation will productive and enjoyable. She talked about looking approachable, so that other people would be interested in striking up conversation. She also told students, “Networking is about building and maintaining relationships, not just about you potentially wanting something.” Robinson explained that the best way to make connections is to get into the “Genuine Interest Mindset,” drawing lessons from Dale Carnegie’s book How to Win Friends and Influence People. He said people should focus on being more interested in others than they are in themselves. Students were given the opportunity to practice networking with those around them. Caitlin Williams, director of alumni relations in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, gave some tips on how to start a conversation and keep it going. She gave examples of good questions to ask in certain circumstances, but reminded students to be aware of their surroundings. She also pointed out some things not to do. “If you’re
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» OBITUARY
Student will be remembered for passions, fun personality By Christine Peterson Staff Writer Pawel Sywak, 20, died on January 26. Pawel graduated from Wilton High School in Wilton, Connecticut in 2009 and was a University of Connecticut junior majoring in engineering. He was also a member of Alpha Delta Phi, a fraternity on campus. His mother, Monika Sywak, said that Pawel loved being at UConn. He identified with the school, and was a big supporter in UConn basketball. “He was living and breathing UConn,” said Mrs. Sywak. He was very involved on campus and was proud to be a part of the campus community, she said. Mrs. Sywak said Pawel wanted to work for the military when he graduated with his degree in engineering, out at sea fixing the equipment in planes. “He really wanted a more
hands-on engineering job, not just working on a computer,” she said. In addition, Pawel had a passion for soccer. He enjoyed all sports, but soccer was his favorite. He played for the Wilton Warriors in high school. “He played soccer, he watched soccer; soccer was just his number one sport,” said Mrs. Sywak. Pawel had actually been accepted to volunteer for the UEFA (Union of European Football Association) during the summer, where he would help out during games. “He especially wanted to be able to cheer on the Polish soccer team,” Mrs. Sywak said. Pawel, who lived in America for 17 years of his life, felt a strong connection with his Polish heritage and to the Polish community. During the summer, Pawel enjoyed camping with his family
» FRIENDS, page 2
What’s on at UConn this weekend... Friday: Friday Art Forums 5 to 6:30 p.m. Benton Museum of Art
Friday: One Ton Sundae 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fairfield Way
Panel discussions will focus on a recent collection of art called “The American Landscape.” The event is open to museum members only, but anyone can join.
Celebrate Winter Weekend by scooping as much ice cream as you can into a bucket. The price is $1 per bucket.
Saturday: Men’s Basketball Noon to 2 p.m. XL Center
Sunday: The Rum Diary 7 to 9 p.m. Student Union Theatre
The Huskies will go headto-head with Seton Hall. Call 1-877-AT-UCONN for tickets.
Johnny Depp stars as an American journalist who takes a freelance job in Puerto Rico and gets caught up in the culture of the island.
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DAILY BRIEFING » STATE
Janitors say they were fired for being Hispanic
HARTFORD (AP) — A group of nine janitors say they were fired from their jobs at the Kingswood Oxford school in West Hartford by cleaning contractor ServiceMaster because they are Hispanic. The janitors and supporters planned to rally Thursday in front of the school. They say the trouble began in November when a new supervisor was hired and began forbidding the janitors from speaking Spanish while at work. They say all nine Hispanic janitors were fired within a month. ServiceMaster did not immediately respond to a phone call seeking comment. Officials at the private preparatory school say they are reviewing their contract with the cleaning service.
State home sales hit lowest total since 1980s
HARTFORD (AP) — A real estate tracking group says home sales in Connecticut dropped 13 percent in 2011 and sank to the lowest total since the firm began monitoring property data in 1987. The Warren Group says about 21,140 single-family homes were sold in the state last year, down from 24,270 in 2010. It was the seventhstraight year of annual sales declines. Timothy Warren Jr., chief executive of the Boston-based firm, says homes sales appear to be bottoming out and he believes they will be increasing as employment and consumer confidence improves. The median price for a single-family home sold in the state last year was $243,000, a nearly 3 percent decrease compared with 2010. Condominium sales dropped 16 percent in 2011 to about 5,700, the lowest total in more than two decades.contract with the cleaning service.
Malloy proposes $12 mil for early education
HARTFORD (AP) — Gov. Dannel P. Malloy has proposed investing $12 million to improve and expand access to early childhood education across the state. The Democrat has identified having more early childhood services as one of his priorities for the upcoming legislative session that he wants to see focused largely on education reform. The proposal announced Thursday would dedicate money to creating opportunities for 500 preschool children. It would boost professional development and create a system to allow parents to access information on early childhood education programs. Connecticut lost out on its bid for a $50 million “Race to the Top” federal grant last year. State officials have said that will not derail their plans to improve preschool programs and overhaul the way they are rated.
» NATION
Gingrich: ‘We should care about the very poor’
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Newt Gingrich said Thursday he believes “we should care about the very poor,” unlike GOP presidential rival Mitt Romney. And fresh off a defeat in Florida, the Republican is challenging the state’s winner-take-all policy that allows Romney to scoop up all 50 available delegates. Gingrich spokesman R.C. Hammond said the campaign was sending the Republican Party of Florida a letter asking them to enforce rules that say delegates should be awarded proportionally. Touring a Las Vegas manufacturing plant on Thursday, Gingrich tied Romney and Democratic President Barack Obama together and tried to contrast himself against them. Gingrich said Romney and Obama think all the poor need is a safety net.
NYC agent arrested in latest TSA theft allegation
NEW YORK (AP) — A Transportation Security Administration agent stole $5,000 in cash from a passenger’s jacket as he was going through security at John F. Kennedy International Airport, authorities said Thursday, the latest in a string of thefts that has embarrassed the agency. Alexandra Schmid took the cash from a Bangladeshi passenger’s jacket as it went along an X-ray conveyor belt Wednesday night in Terminal 4, said Al Della Fave, spokesman for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s police force. Surveillance video showed Schmid taking the money from a jacket pocket, wrapping the cash in a plastic glove and taking it to a bathroom, Della Fave said. The money hasn’t been recovered, he said. Police are investigating whether Schmid gave it to another person in the bathroom.
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Library simplifies searching for materials By Courtney Robishaw Staff Writer UConn’s libraries are making it easier to search for material by condensing the search process on their website, www.lib. uconn.edu. The system, “web scale discovery service,” combines what used to be multiple searches, and acts as a library catalog, a journal locator, a database locator and a large, fulltext article database. UConn has the largest public research collection in Connecticut, according to a UConn Today press release. This new search tool is made possible by a Serials Solutions, a business unit of ProQuest and
is known as “Summon.” “The goal in implementing Summon is to enable our users to discover relevant information on any topic from the UConn Libraries collections and beyond more quickly and easily,” said Brinley Franklin, Vice Provost for University Libraries in a UConn Today press release. “Summon provides a broader capability as users begin their research, and then, if they wish, permits them to refine their search by targeting either scholarly journal and newspaper articles, books, videos, maps, manuscript collections, music scores and more. From the search results, it’s one step to view the full text of elec-
tronic resources or to see if physical materials are available,” she added. This new search tool combines searching UConn’s Homer online catalog, licensed e-journals and e-books, UConn’s Institutional Repository, UConn’s digital collections, library guide, streaming video, audio and digital materials in the public domain, according to a UConn Today press release. In order to use this search engine, students should search on the library’s main page search box, “Everything @ UConn” on either a computer or a smart phone. In the search box, students need only type the topic that they are interested in
searching. Students can narrow the search by setting parameters like content type, subject or date, according to a UConn Today press release. Students at UConn appear to be enjoying this simpler method of searching. “It makes it a lot easier, especially if you don’t know exactly what you’re searching for to see all of the different results at once,” said Kristina Barsczewski, a 4th-semester nursing major. The original Homer Babbidge catalog is still available and a link is located on the library’s homepage.
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» NUTRITION
Lawmakers delay hearing on trans fat ban
DENVER (AP) — The nation’s leanest state is taking its sweet time as it considers a proposal aimed at getting junk food out of schools. A Colorado House committee was expected to discuss a bill that represents the nation’s toughest regulations meant to keep trans fat away from students, but lawmakers Thursday delayed the hearing without explanation. The bill would forbid trans fat in cafeteria lunches – but it wouldn’t stop there. The proposed ban would apply to snacks in vending machines, bake sale goodies and popular “a la carte” items on lunch lines such as ice creams or pizza, requiring any such treats to be prepared without arteryclogging trans fats. Small amounts of trans fats occur naturally in many meat and dairy products, but most come from partially hydrogenated cooking oil. Many types of cooking fats, such as shortening, are available without trans fat. Colorado’s measure would not apply to naturally occurring trans fats. But setting the proposal apart from other states with similar restrictions is a provision that extends to beforeand after-school hours. Delaware and California, for example, both ban school food with trans fat, but not at all after-school activities. Colorado has the nation’s
Williams: Act natural during interviews from SEMINAR, page 1 not naturally funny, don’t try to be,” she said. Being too focused on yourself, or seeming desperate to get a job, are turnoffs for potential contacts. The event was intended as a pilot test for a series of similar networking workshops. Williams said in the future the Alumni Association will try to offer a training workshop for students, then a few weeks later have an event with alumni where students can practice their skills.
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lowest obesity rate, but that percentage is rising among young people. In 2007, Colorado’s childhood obesity rate was the nation’s third-best. By 2010 it ranked 23rd according to the Colorado Health Foundation, a change researchers attribute to sedentary behavior and a growing childhood poverty rate. Lawmakers who sponsored the measure, a Republican and a Democrat, said that for Colorado to hang onto its prized leanest-state title the state has to make healthy eating a higher priority for children. “Colorado is one of the healthiest states but has the one of the highest rates of childhood obesity,” said House Education Chairman Tom Massey, R-Poncha Springs, one of the bill’s sponsors. “So if we’re going to do something about that, this is a step in the right direction.” The American Heart Association and other supporters of the measure are working to assure skeptical lawmakers that the ban wouldn’t forbid childhood faves such as pizza and french fries. “You can still have the exact same food,” association lobbyist Susanna Morris said. “You’d have to find different ways of preparing them.” Colorado’s Department of Education doesn’t have a statewide trans fat standard.
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Maria Salas prepares salads for lunch in the kitchen at Kepner Middle School in Denver. Junk food in school cafeterias has been under attack for years.
Friends and family look back on Pawel’s sense of humor, dedication to others from STUDENT, page 1 in Poland. “It was very raw camping. If you wanted to take a shower, you go to the lake,” Mrs. Sywak said. Pawel went to Poland in the summer six times. Pawel was consistently described by his friends and family as a great guy all around. He was hard not to like and was easy to spend time with. “He had a great personality, and he was a great friend…he knew exactly what to say if you were down,” said Gabe Quieros, Pawel’s friend and fellow student at UConn. During high school, Pawel worked at the YMCA in Wilton. He volunteered with the Friends
and Buddies program, where he worked with mentally disabled children. He helped them swim and played games with them one-onone. His mother said she thought it made a very profound impact on Pawel because he was involved with the program throughout high school. Fittingly, Pawel was a member of Alpha Delta Phi, whose philanthropy is with the Special Olympics program. Pawel was a lot of fun to be around and had a terrific sense of humor, according to his friends. Dani Jenkins, another friend who attended high school with Pawel, said he was really nice and funny. She said he always made her laugh during their math class. His mother, more than anything, stressed Pawel’s determination to
be a good older brother to his ten-year-old brother Alex. Pawel used to go to his brother’s hockey games even though he himself had never played, and he was there for his brother whenever he was sad. “He looked after his brother, and even though their ages were so far apart, they were very close,” Mrs. Sywak said. Pawel’s funeral is scheduled for Friday, February 3, 2012 at 11:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Roman Catholic Church located at 229 Danbury Road, Wilton, CT 06897. Condolences to the Sywak family can be sent to the Office of Student Services and Advocacy, Unit 4062.
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Police officer prepares students to survive campus shooting By Katherine Tibedo Campus Correspondent A group of students are sitting in a classroom. Suddenly, a loud sound rings out; three consecutive pops, different from sound effects common in movies, but still distinct in their implication — gunshots. What now? This was the question posed to students by UConn Police Officer Tom Ryba Thursday evening in the Shippee Pit. “Could you,” he said, “survive an active shooter on campus?” Ryba laid out the framework for the mindset needed to survive an active shooter on campus, breaking it down into simple steps: get out, call out, hide out, take out. The first reaction to an active shoot on campus is to get out, Ryba said. The goal is to get as far away from the shooter as possible,
and then call emergency services by calling 911 or activating one of the many blue phones on campus. If students are unable to get out of the situation they should hide out. Ryba explained students should find a safe location where they can lock the doors and stay out of sight from the active shooter. They were told to barricade the door with heavy items such as furniture, and to silence anything that could make noise and draw the shooter’s attention. When in hiding, students were cautioned not to group together, but to spread out in the room and avoid making noise, except to plan possible escape routes that open up or if the shooter enters the room. If the shooter enters the room, students are faced with the decision to take them out. Ryba said that the shooter has no regard for life, usually including his or her own, and students coming
head to head with the shooter must recognize it is between their lives and the shooter’s. Ryba said, “A true active shooter is going to keep taking lives until they are stopped.” In taking out the shooter, Ryba explained students should work together. A video presented called “Shots Fired on Campus: When Lightning Strikes” showed students yelling, throwing books, chairs, and objects, and ganging up on the shooter. When taking out the shooter, or performing any of the previous steps, Ryba stressed students had to give over 100 percent; it is a life or death situation, and every action has consequences. The key to survival is the mindset of survival; “To survive,” Ryba said, “you have to want to survive.” Students were told to take out the shooter only in situations
where someone is actively hurting people. Students should not take out the gunman in a hostage situation, but rather wait for emergency responders.
there was an active shooter on the first floor about the large room the program was taking place, and second, that an active shooter was in the lounge room just beyond the doors in the lounge next door. Students walked through possible escape techniques (both for the small group present and if the room had been filled), where they could hide, and weapons they could use if they have to take out the shooter (such as chairs, shoes, metal water bottles, and pens). The likelihood of an active shooter on campus is akin to getting struck by lightning; it’s incredibly unlikely it will happen. Nevertheless, Ryba said, it is always good to be prepared, and the survival mentality can be applied to many situations. Brittnie Carrier, a secondsemester english and psycholo-
“A true active shooter is going to keep taking lives until they are stopped.” – Tom Ryba UConn police officer To practice the steps laid out above (get out, hide out, call out, take out), Ryba placed the students in scenarios; first, that
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NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Police Department recommended increasing surveillance of thousands of Shiite Muslims and their mosques, based solely on their religion, as a way to sweep the Northeast for signs of Iranian terrorists, according to interviews and a newly obtained secret police document. The document offers a rare glimpse into the thinking of NYPD intelligence officers and how, when looking for potential threats, they focused their spying efforts on mosques and Muslims. Police analysts listed a dozen mosques from central Connecticut to the Philadelphia suburbs. None has been linked to terrorism, either in the document or publicly by federal agencies. The Associated Press has reported for months that the NYPD infiltrated mosques, eavesdropped in cafes and monitored Muslim neighborhoods with plainclothes officers. Its spying operations were begun after the 2001 terror attacks with help from the CIA in a highly unusual partnership. The May 2006 NYPD intelligence report, entitled “US-Iran Conflict: The Threat to New York City,” made a series of recommendations, including: “Expand and focus intelligence collections at Shi’a mosques.” The NYPD is prohibited under its own guidelines and city law from basing its investigations on religion. Under FBI guidelines, which the NYPD says it follows, many of the recommendations in the police document would be prohibited.
HARTFORD (AP) — Over the years, Eric Fischer had grown suspicious of whether he was really the father of his youngest daughter. So he secretly got a sample of the girl’s hair, grabbed one from his own head and sent them to a lab for DNA testing. Sure enough, he was right. The girl was the product of an affair between Fischer’s wife, Pamela Tournier, and her business partner, Richard Zollino. Now, five years later, the State Supreme Court has ruled that Fischer can proceed with a lawsuit demanding that the girl’s biological father pay him $190,000 — half the cost of raising her. She’s now a young woman of 19. High-level court rulings allowing cuckolded men to seek such reimbursement are rare, though DNA tests are increasingly accessible to suspicious fathers. And when those suspicions are correct, the idea of repayment raises complicated questions about what’s best for the child caught in the middle. It’s not clear whether Alicia Fischer knows the truth, though a ruling from 2009, when she was a minor, indicated she didn’t know at the time. The case, however, has been a matter of record for years, and the court’s decision this week was released along with the names of all the parties involved. The nature of any current relationship with Zollino, who accompanied Fischer and Tournier home from the hospital after Alicia’s birth and attended childhood recitals, or the father who raised her isn’t clear. She, her mother and Zollino didn’t return phone
gy major, said, “It’s more about making you aware. All of it is pretty obvious, but no one really thinks about it happening.” The event was hosted by Buckley resident assistant Tina Nguyen, a fifth-semester nursing major, and Shippee resident assistant Christopher Lemoine, an eighth-semester physiology neurobiology major. “Hopefully this [an active shooter] will never happen, but if it does it’s good to have a survival mindset,” said Nguyen. This program was run with RAs in early January and is popular with the staff and faculty. The program was originally created after the spring 2007 Virginia Tech mass shooting. It premiered at UConn in fall of 2007, and has evolved into the current program.
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Document shows NYPD Man can seek payment from child’s real dad eyed Shiites based on religion
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Imam Malik Sakhawat Hussain puts on formal garb for an interview at the Al-Mahdi Foundation in New York, Wednesday.
The report, drawn largely from information available in newspapers or sites like Wikipedia, was prepared for Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly. It was written at a time of great tension between the U.S. and Iran. That tension over Iran’s nuclear ambition has increased again recently. Police estimated the New York area Shiite population to be about 35,000, with Iranians making up about 8,500. The document also calls for canvassing the Palestinian
community because there might be terrorists there. “The Palestinian community, although not Shi’a, should also be assessed due to presence of Hamas members and sympathizers and the group’s relationship with the Iranian government,” analysts wrote. The secret document stands in contrast to statements by Mayor Michael Bloomberg, who said the NYPD never considers religion in its policing. Kelly has said police go only where inves-
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Maturo’s comments show lapse in judgment
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ast Haven Mayor Joseph Maturo Jr. has recently come under attack for a comment he made in the wake of an anti-Latino American bias case in his police district. Maturo is quoted as saying that he would perhaps eat some tacos later that night as a sort-of act of sympathy and understanding. Since coming under fire for the comment, Maturo has apologized for the insensitive and, as he called it, “flippant” remark. He didn’t try to defend himself other than by saying that “it was late in the day,” as the Hartford Courant reports. Like most public officials, Maturo was likely overworked, tired, and bored with the same old interview process. It appears that Maturo is guilty of poor judgment, insensitivity and poor joke-telling skills. However, these are hardly criminal acts. What makes this story so volatile are the issues that it brings up, not the least of which being racial discrimination. Another key issue that this story brings to light is the persona which public officials need to put on 24/7. The fact of the matter is that Joseph Maturo is representing the town of East Haven Connecticut at all times. This is the job that he ran for and this is the job he received from the public. This is not a job that he, or any political figure, gets to abandon at 5 p.m. Public officials aren’t given the luxury of a “quitting time.” Because they hold such important roles in government, they need to make themselves accountable for one hundred percent of the things that come out of their mouth. The public cannot afford to give them a pass because they’re tired or sick. It’s true that we’re all human and are capable of compassion. However, to a certain degree, politicians need to be better than the average person. It’s necessary to hold political figures accountable for what they say, and it is their responsibility to maintain a certain level of decorum and respectability for the sake of their credibility. It can be said that Maturo is handling the situation the best he can. He made a lapse in judgment and is taking proper apologetic actions without trying to turn this into a major issue. However, his inability to maintain the necessary persona for a political figure should call his ability to be the “face” of East Haven into question. The East Haven Mayor’s “flippant” comment is not the worst example of political inappropriateness in American history. It is simply a timely and shining example of a politician abandoning his responsibility to be his town’s representative. Politicians everywhere should be responsible for their outward appearance and what they project to the public. There should be no excuse for such a lapse in judgment, such insensitivity and creating such a blemish for the reputation of a town. 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.
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White House disregards Catholics with policy
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n a move that trashes religious liberty, the White House has ordered that all employers, including Catholic organizations, add contraception and sterilization to their insurance coverage. To appear conciliatory, President Obama has given the Catholic Church an extra year to comply with this new regulation. This is no olive branch. Forcing a religious group to violate its moral beliefs, which seek to protect life rather than end life, violates the First Amendment. The Obama Administration ought to reconsider its move, one that would either criminalize or close every Catholic university, hospital and insurance program in the country. Most Americans disagree with the Church’s beliefs concerning abortion and contraception. How many people agree or disagree with Catholics, By Arragon Perrone however, is irrelevant. The issue here Commentary Editor is the federal government singling out Catholics and forcing them to commit an act they believe is wrong. Timothy Dolan, the Archbishop of New York, places the mandate in context: “The Amish do not carry health insurance. The government respects their principles. Christian Scientists want to heal by prayer alone, and the new health care reform law respects that. Quakers and others object to killing even in wartime, and the government respects that principle for conscientious objectors. By its decision, the Obama Administration has failed to show the same respect for the consciences of Catholics and others who object to treating pregnancy as a disease.” The First Amendment states that “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free
exercise thereof.” The federal government, using the legal means currently available to it, can order contraceptives and abortioncausing measures to be implemented in its public colleges and universities. If Catholics find this unacceptable, they can attempt to vote that government out of office. But it is not within the federal government’s power to coerce Catholics, or members of any faith, to betray their religious freedom. If the federal government gives conscience-based exceptions to the Amish, Christian Scientists and Quakers, it should grant the same to Catholics. What is President Obama thinking? If the Constitution means nothing to him, political strategem might. Catholics tend to vote for Democrats, mainly because of historical tradition and economic policy. Just a few years ago, fifty-four percent of Catholics voted Obama into office. Furthermore, this mandate undermines Obama’s outreach with Catholics -- and his own words. In his speech to the University of Notre Dame in 2009, Obama said the following: “Let’s honor the conscience of those who disagree with abortion and draft a sensible conscience clause.” Wow. It is amazing what time and pressure from Planned Parenthood can do to a person’s integrity. Catholics do not expect everyone to agree with them. But Catholics, like all Americans, expect their rights to be respected. The White House is trampling on those rights with this mandate that’s enforced through the federal government’s Department of Health and Human Services. Perhaps the Administration wants Catholics to go away. This would be no surprise considering America’s anti-Catholic history, one that many thought disappeared with the election of John F. Kennedy.
Perhaps President Obama believes that the opinion of politicians like Nancy Pelosi, a Democratic representative from California, represents that of all Catholics. Pelosi told her fellow Catholics to get over their “conscience thing” and accept contraception. Unfortunately for the White House, Pelosi is just another leading figure willing to use his or her religious affiliation to justify behavior that contradicts everything Catholics really believe. Or perhaps President Obama dismisses Catholics because the media already does. Just two weeks ago, between 200,000 and 300,000 people, most of them Catholic young adults, marched through the streets of Washington D.C. to oppose the federal government’s support for abortion and contraception. There was scant coverage of the march in cable news and print media, with the exception of the Washington Post, which later apologized for its negative portrayal of pro-life marchers. To counter the 200,000 to 300,000 individuals, there were a dozen prochoice advocates. Nearby, the Occupy D.C. “movement” possessed a plaza the size of the Student Union lawn. Occupiers receive media coverage, but thousands of pro-life Catholics did not. Catholics are willing to work alongside the federal government to defend every individual’s right to life, from conception to natural death. The Church accepted President Obama at Notre Dame. Archbishop Dolan visited the White House. But Catholics, besides Nancy Pelosi, will not allow their Church to be singled out for persecution.
Commentary Editor Arragon Perrone is an 8th-semester English and political science double major. He can be reached at Arragon.Perrone@UConn.edu.
Space colony debate is a worthwhile discussion
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y colleague John Nitowski and I have agreed to debate the following question: “Are Newt Gingrich’s proposals for space exploration worth serious discussion?” I argue the affirmative to this question, and he argues the negative on the opposite page. Since his surprise victory in South By Chris Kempf Carolina nearly two weeks Staff Columnist ago, Newt G i n g r i c h ’s positions on space exploration have been aggressively scrutinized. Unfortunately, scrutiny — within the context of a rancorous, no-holds-barred cage fight between two Republican candidates and their inexhaustible arsenals of super-PAC funds — all too often takes on the tone of mockery and ridicule. A casual search of Google Images for pictures related to Newt Gingrich and outer space returns images with the Republican’s head superimposed on the body of Luke Skywalker, Marvin the Martian and even the face of the moon itself, parodying a famous scene from Méliès’ “A Trip to the Moon”. Each one of these responses to Gingrich’s
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ideas suggests only that they are the product of a whimsical and deranged mind, unsuited to be working the levers of state. I would suggest that, on the contrary, Gingrich’s fascination with space exploration is a perfectly rational one. Gingrich readily admits that his upbringing coincided with the early years of the Space Race, and refers to the international humiliation resulting from the launch of Sputnik in 1957 as a critical period of national self-examination and recommitment to funding science research and education. The exploration of space soon became a national obsession, and American culture was inundated with films, comic books and magazines about all things extraterrestrial. Gingrich also admits to reading Isaac Asimov and the magazine, “Missiles and Rockets,” in his adolescence. While the conquest of space inevitably took on a martial character as the Cold War progressed, the desire to explore and expand human knowledge propelled America into an age of unparalleled scientific discovery. This is why, I think, it is troubling to Gingrich that funding NASA no longer seems to be a national priority, that the Space Shuttles have
made their last voyages past the surly bonds of Earth and that in another generation there will be no living human remaining who has walked on another planet. To be certain, the first priority of any president should, and almost certainly will be, the struggling economy. Few would argue that, if elected President, Newt Gingrich would immediately set aside economic concerns so as to repurpose billions of dollars toward the realization of his fantastical pet projects in outer space. But in a Republican primary race where all the candidates, with the possible exception of Ron Paul, have eagerly rushed to abandon previous convictions so as to portray themselves to the electorate as the conservative ideal, to see a candidate stake out a bold and controversial claim on a meaningful issue amidst withering derision is refreshing for a campaign so marked by temporization and the construction of elaborate facades. As someone who sees himself on the left of the political spectrum, I cannot help but write about Newt Gingrich without prefacing my arguments with innumerable caveats. I strongly disagree with the former Speaker of the House that the goal of
returning to space should be to beat the Chinese, or with his desire to exploit the moon for mineral resources, or even with his conception of space exploration as a manifestation of American greatness. But none of that matters at the moment: we can neither advance scientific knowledge nor triumph over the Chinese in a new Space Race if we don’t have the funding, the equipment or the will to resume our exploration of the Final Frontier. One comment of Gingrich’s that has gone unnoticed in the rush toward ridicule puts the candidate’s overall vision nicely. “I come at space from a standpoint of a romantic belief that it really is part of our destiny, and it has been tragic to see what has happened to our space program over the last 30 years”. If nothing else, and I say this with the recognition that there may be nothing else, that sort of bold vision is a rare quality in a presidential candidate, and it is one that holds up human ingenuity and imagination as ideals worthy of the renewed support of government and society. Staff Columnist Chris Kempf is a 4th-semester political science major. He can be reached at Christopher.Kempf@UConn.edu.
“D espite his big loss in F lorida N ewt G ingrich vows to stay it GOP race . A nd we all know when N ewt takes a vow he sticks with it .” –J ay L eno
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Gingrich’s space ambitions distract from real issues
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re Newt Gingrich’s proposals for space exploration worth serious discussion? No. The only real takeaway from Gingrich’s speech declaring a permaBy John Nitowski nent base on the moon is Staff Columnist to contrast the end of the Space Shuttle Program that occurred during Obama’s administration. In reality, President Obama had very little to do with the closing of NASA’s latest manned space initiative just as Gingrich would have little effect on the space program should he actually take the Oath of Office. Why would that be? President Kennedy gave a speech in the ‘60s declaring that NASA would reach the moon before the Soviets. We did just that in July 1969. The only problem was that Neil Armstrong’s epic landing occurred six years after Kennedy’s assassination.
Kennedy couldn’t possibly have had much effect on the space program. His successor, Lyndon Johnson, was a bit too concerned with the Vietnam War to have an effect on the space program. The plaque on Apollo 11’s landing gear actually holds President Nixon’s name. He was in office for only a few months when Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin walked on the moon. Both the President and the space program are so far removed from public life, it only seems necessary that they’re intimately connected. It’s worth remembering why we haven’t been back to the moon since 1972 with Apollo 17. NASA actually built three additional Apollo rockets. Apollo 18 was used for the Apollo-Soyuz project with the Soviets, Apollo 19 was used for Skylab, and Apollo 20 is still sitting in pieces at Kennedy Space Center and serves solely as a tourist attraction. The general consensus three years after Apollo 11 was, “We have
enough moon rocks. Why keep going back?”
to the stars. Why worry with barbaric capitalism?
“The Space Race was not just a catchy name.” Realistically, it was much less John F. Kennedy’s powerful words that brought us to the moon, and more an intellectual necessity to prove that capitalism can beat communism. In 1959, the Russians launched the first satellite into space. It seemed to showcase that communism would bring humanity
But social and economic forces would soon push the space race in Capitalist America’s favor. Soviet economic capacity was simply no match for American ingenuity. The Space Race was not just a catchy name. During Gingrich’s term, there will be no opposing superpower to try and match. Even if we
consider the People’s Republic of China as America’s next great rival, it’s hard to imagine a Second Space Race that is as dramatic, powerful, or necessary as the one in the 1960s. After all, technology has only progressed since the Apollo Project. Our capacity to go to the moon hasn’t lessened, it simply hasn’t been necessary. Gingrich, with his doctorate in history, should and probably does know this. His attempt to declare some grand American “permanent base” on the moon is a gimmick at best, or a premature look at one of his administration’s failures at worst. The reasons aren’t scientific; they are economic. Gingrich wants a moon base, which will inevitably be far more expensive than a simple return landing akin to the Apollo missions. In addition, he mentions having 15,000 residents who can then apply for statehood. This questions what residents Gingrich plans on having on the moon. Oh, and
Gingrich also wants to bring American manufacturing to the moon. This is an intense project that would certainly demand executive involvement. Consider the concerns of America today: a worrisome unemployment rate, a national debt that’s out of control, an economic-environmental crisis looming over our heads, and a rising economic giant in China. Perhaps Gingrich realizes that solving poverty and homelessness in America is a harder task than going back to the moon. Though we should question the necessity of bringing factories to the moon, I’d like to see Gingrich bring them to America before he tries bringing them to space.
Staff Columnist John Nitowski is a 2nd-semester English major. He can be reached at John.Nitowski@UConn.edu.
USG welcomes new senators; puts potential fee increase on ballot
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ello, UConn! Student Body President Sam Tracy here with some updates on what your student government is up to. USG just concluded our special elections, IdeaScale is By Sam Tracy going great, we Staff Columnist have some big elections coming up, and a fee increase for USG is going to be on the ballot in March. As I hope you’ve heard, USG held special elections this past Monday and Tuesday to
fill some vacant seats in the Undergraduate Student Senate. Election results are in, and they’ve been posted on USG’s website, usg.uconn.edu. Check them out, because you may have some new people representing you in USG. I’m really looking forward to working with all of the new senators for the rest of the semester. USG’s new website, uconn. ideascale.com, is growing even larger than what we had hoped. As I write this, we already have 66 ideas posted, 397 users, and a total of 3114 votes. 16 ideas
have passed 50 upvotes, and I will be writing a response to each of them at presidentialblog.usg.uconn.edu. Stay tuned, and be sure to check out the site. You can post your ideas for improving UConn and vote other ideas up and down. Now that the special elections are over, we’re already looking forward to the upcoming regular elections, which will take place March 5-7. Positions up for election include President and Vice President, Comptroller, Multicultural and Diversity Senators and Academic
Senators. If you’re interested in running, you need to fill out an election packet to get on the ballot. To get a packet, come by the USG office in SU 219 or print one off from our website. During those elections, there will also be many things other than USG positions to vote for, including members of the Co-op Board of Directors and a number of referenda. One of the referendum questions is a $5 per semester fee increase for USG, which would bring the student fee from $40 per semester to $45. This fee increase would
allow USG to continue funding student organizations to host events on campus or attend conferences and competitions. As I’m sure you have heard, USG’s budget is strained due to the rapid growth in the number of student groups. Since USG last got an increase four years ago, the number of student organizations has increased from 200 to over 500. While it’s great that more groups are being formed, it’s impossible for USG to keep up with demand for funding with the current fee. So when elections roll around, help USG
help students by voting yes on USG’s fee increase. 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 Mondays from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. You can also email me at president@usg.uconn.edu.
Staff Columnist Sam Tracy is a 6th-semester political science major and the President of USG. He can be reached at Samuel.Tracy@UConn.edu.
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These weather patterns are freaking me out just a bit.
Only about 11 weeks of class left.
Men’s basketball.
Madonna is going to be the best part of the Super Bowl.
Totally bad
Totally saw it coming
It’s February and I’m not cold yet. Could we actually dodge winter?
Totally rad
What is your favorite Super Bowl food? – By Robert Sargent
“Wings, even if it’s not the Super Bowl.”
“It’s got to be wings.”
“I’d have to go with quesadilla, baby!”
“My favorite is chili.”
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Serbia: 11,000 trapped in Warm fall, little snow help remote villages by snow storm-battered farms
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David Lloyd holds a photograph shot by his wife Denise of what their farm looked like during flooding that was caused from Tropical Storm Irene at his Maple Downs Farms in Middleburgh, N.Y., on Wednesday, Jan. 25.
NY couple still dealing with massive clean-up MIDDLEBURGH, N.Y. (AP) — After being battered by flooding last year, farmers across the Northeast and Midwest can at least be thankful that a relatively warm and largely snowless winter has made it easier to get started healing their rutted and debris-strewn lands. In the Midwest it was swollen rivers fed by huge mountain snowpacks and spring rain, and in the Northeast it was back-to-back tropical storms Irene and Lee. For David and Denise Lloyd, of Middleburgh, N.Y., the weather has helped as they plowed under hundreds of acres of feed corn that had been just ready for cutting. First they had to pick the debris out of the fields and repair tractors swamped by 8 to 10 feet of muddy water from upstate New York’s Schoharie Creek during tropical storm Irene. “All our equipment was underwater,” Denise said. The couple still is dealing with changes in the chemical makeup of the soil that will require costly treatment before planting. Beth Kennett, her husband, Bob, and sons Tom and David operate Vermont’s Liberty Hill Farm, where some fields were simply washed away and others covered in silt, mud, gravel and rocks by the flooded White River during tropical storm Irene. “The mild weather this fall really helped us with beginning the cleanup,” Kennett said. Tree limbs, old tires, TV sets and other items had to be pulled out by hand before plows could be sent into fields. Frost, frozen ground and snow would usually have shut the farm down by the end of October, but work continued until the turn of the year, Kennett said. The family was helped by volunteers. “The last couple of weeks of December we had people working with excavators to move the mud and sand away from the
barns,” said Kennett, noting that plenty of work remains. The Kennetts have also been able to plant winter rye, which prevents erosion and enriches the soil, on a couple of fields. “And it came up because we had such mild weather,” Kennett said. “It was nice to see a little green.” Gene Gantz, a U.S. Department of Agriculture educational specialist whose territory covers 12 states from Maryland to Maine, said some farmers who cultivate river bottoms along the Susquehanna and other waterways in Pennsylvania don’t know if their fields remain because the land is still underwater or covered in muck. That has prevented an assessment of lost acreage and a determination of whether the soil is contaminated. In Massachusetts’ fertile Pioneer Valley, 6,300 acres on a dozen farms around the confluence of the Deerfield and Connecticut rivers were damaged during the storms Irene and Lee, said Scott Soares, the state’s agriculture commissioner. On one farm, 30 acres of rich soil, 4- to 10-feet deep, was “pushed to the other side of the farm,” he said. Some of the fields of sandy loam were reduced to cobble and stones, and others were covered in silt the texture of talcum powder. “It looked like a sand pit,” Soares said. Farmers are “accustomed to working with nature and they were at it the next day,” he said. “It’s recovering not just a field, but an heirloom of that family.” The cost of restoring the fields runs about $8,000 to $10,000 an acre, Soares said. On Jan. 18, the USDA released $63 million to help repair farmland and associated property in 23 states and Puerto Rico damaged by flooding and hurricanes last year. Congress approved the
money in November as part of an agricultural bill delayed by political wrangling. That left farmers waiting for help from local governments facing budget difficulties. Massachusetts and Connecticut rejiggered grant programs to give damaged farms priority but didn’t allocate new money. Neither did Vermont, where the Agriculture Department helped distribute money donated to Vermont Community Foundation’s Farm Disaster Fund. New York farmers got a quick shot of emergency assistance from the state agriculture department, with about $5 million out of an eventual package of $15 million earmarked for cleanup, conservation and repairs, said Darrel Aubertine, a farmer and New York’s agriculture commissioner. That money went to 350 farms in 25 counties and “really was a hardcore effort to do all we could.” The Lloyds got about $72,500. Richard Ball, who farms nearby, began recovering with about $65,000 provided through Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s administration. “We’re OK. It’s been an odd winter,” said Ball, whose vegetable crops were flattened and who saw damage to about 200 acres due to Irene and Lee. “We’ve generally been able get a lot done with the weather. We healed our land.” Ball said the fields were smoothed, ruts and divots filled, debris removed and seeds set. In the Midwest, many farmers along the flood-ravaged Missouri River have been unable to take advantage of the mild winter because their levees aren’t fixed. The USDA is making money available, but if farmers in some areas fix the flood damage while the levees are still broken and the land is damaged again, they either have to repair the land without the USDA’s help or return the money the agency originally provided.
BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — At least 11,000 villagers have been trapped by heavy snow and blizzards in Serbia’s mountains, authorities said Thursday, as the death toll from Eastern Europe’s weeklong deep freeze rose to 123, many of them homeless people. The harshest winter in decades has seen temperatures in some regions dropping to minus 30 C (minus 22 F) and below, and has caused power outages, traffic chaos and the widespread closure of schools, nurseries and airports. The stranded in Serbia are stuck in some 6,500 homes in remote areas that cannot be reached due to icy, snow-clogged roads with banks reaching up to 5 meters (16 feet). Emergency crews were pressing hard to try to clear the snow to deliver badly needed supplies, and helicopters were dispatched to some particularly remote areas in Serbia and neighboring Bosnia. On Bosnia’s Mt. Romanija, near Sarajevo, a chopper thumped down in the small hamlet of Ozerkovici, where a single nun lives in a Serb Christian Orthodox monastery surrounded by just a few village residents. Wrapped tight in a black jacket and a scarf, Sister Justina greeted aid workers at her monastery: “I live alone here,” she said, but noted “God will help me.” In Serbia, relief efforts are concentrated on evacuating the sick, on food delivery and gasoline distribution. “We are trying everything to unblock the roads since more snow and blizzards are expected in the coming days,” Serbian emergency police official Predrag Maric told The Associated Press. He said “the most dramatic” situation is near Serbia’s southwestern town of Sijenica, where it has been freezing cold or snowing for 26 days, and diesel fuel supplies used by snowplows are running low. Most people in the villages will have enough food supplies stored
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A woman looks out of a window covered in frost on a bus in Bucharest, Romania, Thursday.
up for the winter, Maric said, but he warned those who are stranded not to try to go anywhere on their own and to call emergency services if they need help. Newly reported deaths on Thursday because of the cold included 20 in Ukraine, nine in Poland, eight in Romania, and one more each in Serbia and the Czech Republic. In Western Europe, one person was reported dead in Germany and one in Italy. Polish government spokeswoman Malgorzata Wozniak said her country’s victims were mostly homeless people under the influence of alcohol who had sought shelter in unheated buildings. Officials appealed to the public to quickly help anyone they saw in need and homeless shelters were full. In Warsaw, where the temperature Wednesday night was minus 22 C (minus 8 F), the
narrow corridors of the Monar homeless shelter were filled with drying washing, and the residents crammed into a small dining room with bowls of soup. Martyna, pregnant and unemployed, said she was grateful to find a place there after her family rejected her and her partner. “This is the only safe place for me, where I can live and hide – from this sudden cold, too,” the 22-year-old said. “I have nowhere else to go.” She refused to give her last name, saying she didn’t want anyone to know she was staying there. Brothers Robert, 32, and Wieslaw, 27, arrived last week from Inowroclaw, in central Poland, saying they were promised full-time jobs that never materialized. They would have been left in the cold, but someone told them to go to the center, which currently houses 278 people.
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Art celebrates diversity and unity Score Giant-ly with Healthy Swaps this Sunday By Lauren Cardarelli Campus Correspondent
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These three paintings, by David Jackson, a graduate of UConn who majored in psychology, depict famous black figures such as Alicia Keys, Cornell West and Fred Hampton. Jackson credits his studies in psychology with helping him portray human emotions in his artwork.
By Zarrin Ahmed Campus Correspondent Complimentary artwork from David Jackson and Sean Kennedy is being displayed in the Student Union Gallery in honor of Black History Month. Kennedy and Jackson shared the room, splitting their artwork to occupy two walls each. The exhibit opened Feb. 2. Kennedy is a general studies major with a focus on photography and business. His photography was shot mostly in Italy and Ireland and consists of random human subjects. He explained that the types of photographs he took are not specified to the place in which they originated and could be anywhere. Although each subject was different and not specifically tied to Black History Month, they celebrated
the diversity, yet unity, of all people. “People look at the photos and paintings and it doesn’t matter what eye, hair, or skin color they have. It’s everything we’ve felt,” said Kennedy. “I see the camera as an extension of my personality. I’m a huge extrovert and it’s my medium.” Each photograph is framed by rustic window frames, which Kennedy described as windows to the soul. Kennedy drew inspiration from the Upanishads, which are philosophical texts that are considered to be an early source of the Hindu religion. He liked the idea of the “Self” as well as the idea that we are all human and all similar. His artwork reflects people in everyday life, especially depicted in “Carlos the Chicken Salesman.” This was Kennedy’s first show and was made possible by Dr.
Willena Kimpson Price, president of the African American Cultural Center. Jackson is a graduate of UConn who majored in psychology. This is his sixth art display at UConn, and he’s known for both his Hand Series and his Lemonade Stand Series. Jackson began drawing since kindergarten, and was taught by a watercolor specialist in third grade while his mother taught him all about drawing. After that, Jackson studied under other artists, but majored in Psychology in college. “Sometimes I go back in my notes from class to inspire new ideas. Psychology helped me portray human emotions in my artwork,” said Jackson. “I decided to choose red because it’s a very powerful color. It compliments Sean’s work – rhythmic colors with muted ones.” His work focused on people that
Exhibit displays thousands of pieces of New England fashion
Attendees of all ages gathered in the Benton Museum of Art for a gallery talk on the “Women of New England Exhibit,” led by the Benton’s Eva Magyar. Magyar and the group met in the downstairs lobby where Magyar introduced herself and began the talk with an introduction of a dress on main display at the Benton. While bringing the group upstairs to the main exhibit, more attendees flocked in, bringing the talk’s turn-out to around 40 people. The main exhibit featured colonial dresses lined along all four walls, each with a brief description of the kinds of materials used, purpose of the dress, year in which it was made and information about the donor. The walls themselves featured blown up images of old sewing machines and work advertisements, along with dress measurement instructions. Magyar told the crowd that this was the first time the University of Connecticut has had this kind of collection. Professor of Dramatic Arts and curator of the Connecticut Historical Clothing and Textile Collection at UConn, Laura Crow, also joined the exhibit and told the crowd that there were 8,000 separate pieces and 3,500 fully detailed dresses. Both Magyar and Crow explained how the dresses were acquired. Many people have them
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The Benton’s Eva Magyar leads a gallery talk on the “Women of New England Exhibit,” which showcased UConn’s first-ever collection of colonial and Victorian era fashions and information on period social customs.
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have influenced him. The three paintings he did specifically for the gallery centered on powerful figures like that of Cornell West. He chose Alicia Keys for one of his pieces because he considers her the beautiful epitome of a soul singer. The Black Panther he painted in his Alicia Keys piece tied into his Fred Hampton painting. Fred Hampton was one of the Black Panthers, a revolutionary organization involved in the Black Power Movement. A couple of his other pieces, like “Street Dreams,” were inspired by Ernie Barnes, an African American painter known for his elongation and movement. The gallery is open until Feb 10 for all to see and located on the third floor of the Student Union.
tucked away in their attics and decide to donate them. The problem, Crow explained, was that sometimes they donate the clothes too late, and the damage done by heat and carelessness render the dresses irreparable. She urged those with any kind of antique clothing to donate, to do so as quickly as possible. The talk continued with an in depth explanation of technology and how integral new developments were to the textile factory: in specific, the sewing machine, invented by Thomas Edison. Other machines that were able to create patterns, cut out as many as 18 layers of fabric at once, and dyed clothing were also very important. Magyar described the many changes in fashion over the years, including the hoop cage, thin waist lines created by corsets, scarves made from Indian cashmere and paisley patterns from England. She also spoke about social customs for dress, such as the tradition for a widow to keep wearing black until her death. It’s through expensive dresses their wives wore that men showed their success in those days. Tying in the children’s dresses that were displayed, Magyar told the crowd about Queen Victoria and how she paid special attention to her children. She also explicated how jeans were made by Levi Strauss in the 1900s primarily for gold-diggers in California to keep gold in.
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Another Super Bowl, another unpromising half-time show and another despondent day for Jets fans. Is that the Gang Green blood and Madonna-hater in me talking? Yes. But will I make the best of the situation by consuming tons of appetizers, sipping on savory beer and bantering with my friends? Also an enthusiastic yes. The keys to a good Super Bowl party are pretty customary. There needs to be a buffet of Americanized hors d’oeuvres available at all times. Beer, whether in a bottle or a can, should be cold and competent. And the entertainment needs to extend beyond the flat screen of the 42-inch, LCD TV. Finger foods Super Bowl Sunday is not a holiday for vegetarians. Take it from someone who shuns red meat; I can not eat half the dips and dishes that my friends make. Still, there are a few options for the animal-friendly guests. Pureed butternut squash mixed with chipotle sauce can be complemented by pita chips, while a pico de gallo blend with avocado and cream cheese can be accompanied by fresh bread. On the other hand, mini chimichangas and marinated meat kebabs will keep the carnivorous party-goers satisfied. Make sure to limit all the entrees to bite-sized pieces and small portions. It is all about the variety, not the quantity. Flavorful brews Beer seems to be the obvious drink of choice during the biggest football event of the year, for those who are of age. It is unwise how-
ever, to fill up on cheap liquids when there is so much food to be eaten. Therefore, choose quality over quantity by splurging on a 6 or 12 pack of crafted beer. Sam Adams Winter Lager is a classic pick, especially for those who want to show Patriot pride. It is not so light that it loses its taste, yet it is also not so dark that it rests heavily in the stomach. The Baltic Porter brew by Smuttynose is a darker alternative, with hints of coffee and raisins. And for those who are willing to skip dessert, Young’s Double Chocolate Stout can be a semi-sweet delight. Cynical Sporting There are probably some people – okay many people – who actually care about the outcome of this game. Yet for the football fans who are forced to choose between the lesser of two evils between the Patriots and the Giants, there are ways to make the viewing experience much more pleasurable. Commercials of course, are a necessary part of every Super Bowl. Yet in recent years the quality and creativity of the lengthy endorsements have not been up to par. So when watching the championship with an imaginative group of people, mute the TV during ads and insert some self-created dialogue. Or propose a cheers and see who can last through the entirety of a GoDaddy.com commercial. While the plays are being run, pick out some common broadcasting trends and make a game out of them. For example, every time the announcers pine about Peyton Manning and Tim Tebow, everyone has to plank on
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It’s that time again. The day sports fans have been waiting for, the mother of all games... the Super Bowl! Hilarious commercials, half-time show performances, athletes in tight-fitted pants and non-stop feasting. What’s not to love? Oh yeah, I guess there is the important “rematch” thrown into the mix this year. Even better! The Giants/Patriots rivalry may be ruthless but there is one thing Manning and Brady fans can agree on this Sunday and that is the game day grub. Each year, the USDA, the Super Bowl falls second to Thanksgiving as the highest day of food consumption. Between all of the wings, beer and chips doused in 7-layer dip, it is no wonder this American “holiday” sets diets back before the first half. Whether you’re hosting your own soiree or heading over to a friend’s, root for a healthy game plan. Here are five touchdown ways to lighten up the greasy Super Bowl fare. 1. Tackle the meat. Most game day dishes incorporate some kind of meaty goodness, yet rarely do people consider swapping beef for leaner proteins. Load up your chili up with beans and veggies, try veggie mini corn dogs instead of the traditional pigs in a blanket and make your sliders with ground turkey. With the right seasonings, you won’t be able to tell a difference. Heck, you may even like it more! 2. Bready, set, go! Our favorite finger foods are always wrapped up for easy munching in bread, whether it’s a roll, bun or pita. To cut major calories, consider whole wheat flatbreads or lettuce wraps. They offer less guilt and no bloat. 3. Crunch time. It’s therapeutic, especially if your team is behind, to chomp on something in front of the big screen. Chips normally do the trick, although one turns into half of the bag. Instead of buying a classic bag of Lays or even the unsatisfying “healthy” baked alternative, think again. Stovetop popcorn, Popchips, Soy Crisps, dried fruits, nuts and seeds are all nutritionally superior to the beloved deepfried potato snack. Hit up the veggie tray or fruit platter for other munchies. If you simply can’t live without chips, try making your own with sweet potatoes. Slice them thinly with a knife or mandolin, spread the rounds on a baking sheet with a drizzle of olive oil and pop them in the oven. Serve with homemade guacamole, hummus or a bean salsa and you might forget about the processed stuff for good! 4. Timeout on the mindless grazing. A handful here, a mouthful there. Who’s counting? Not you. It’s easy to consume a lot more that you planned when your mind is focused on the game, but that’s how you rack up those calories. Listen to your stomach and stick to a small plate to control portions. Eat a light snack before you head to your party so you aren’t ravenous at the first sight of food. Also, find out what is on the day’s menu
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Fly by Wire Many people would jump at the chance to fly a jet aircraft and zoom over the ground at hundreds of miles an hour, especially if they didn’t have to go through all of that pilot and safety training. Their time has now come. Queenstown, New Zealand inventor Neil Harrap brings the world Fly by Wire, a tethered jet aircraft that can be flown by nearly anyone with minimal training. The pilot is strapped into a small jet aircraft that is connected to a large support beam. The pilot has enough control of the aircraft to maneuver and change speed, and enough tether to travel the full length of the canyon that it’s located in, as well as fly a few hundred feet into the sky to fly tricky patterns such as a figure 8. At the same time, Fly by Wire is still simple enough to not require a full training course in modern avionics. Touted as “the closest you can get to flying a fighter jet”, how could you resist it? -John Tyczkowski
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“Connecting sober drivers with their party-going peers. Cheers!” That is the tag line for a new app that is currently being developed by a team of UConn students. Once completed, the mobile tool can be used to help individuals looking for rides to get in touch with designated drivers. All they have to do is enter the pick-up location, destination, standing time and number of passengers. Users of the service will then pay their DDs, either with cash or credit card. Although the app is still under construction, it has already recieved a lot of publicity thanks to its first-place finish in Startup Weekend Storrs’s business competition.
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Homemade potato chips are free of saturated fat and far lower in salt than commercial store-bought brands. These chips are also healthier than normal chips since they are oven-baked rather than fried, and can be customized with a variety of spices.
By Megan Toombs Campus Correspondent Who doesn’t love potato chips? Unfortunately, most potato chips you can buy at the grocery store are full of saturated fat and salt. What if you could enjoy this American snack without those unhealthy ingredients? That’s what I thought when I decided to make my own homemade potato chips!
Here’s what you need: -10 small russet potatoes or 2 large russet potatoes -olive oil to coat -salt to flavor Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. While you wait for you oven to preheat, wash your potatoes. Then cut your potatoes into thin or thick slices, depending on your preference. Just make sure that your slices are uniform despite the
thickness you choose for your potato chips. This uniformity is important in making sure that your potato chips cook through evenly at the same time instead of having thinner slices burn while thicker slices are barely cooked through. When your potatoes are sliced, take out a cookie sheet and coat it with olive oil. Then place your potato slices on the cookie sheet and coat them with olive oil and sprinkle
with salt. Add spices if you like. I don’t, but it could be a nice addition. Then bake at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes for small russet potatoes or 30 minutes for large russet potatoes. When your potato slices are cooked through and lightly brown, take them out to cool and then enjoy!
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Skiing and snowboarding in the northeast
By Kim Halpin Staff Writer February is finally here, and many skiers and snowboarders have been seriously cheated by the lack of snow this winter. If you’ve been holding out for a good storm, it might be time to give up and head north or to the nearest mountain. There are four major ski areas in Connecticut that might be viable for students to get to. Mohawk Mountain Ski Area is located in Cornwall, Conn., and has snowmaking capabilities on 95 percent of its trails, which seems to be key this winter. Many mountains are sympathetic to the costs that college students bear and realize that finding extra cash to ski can be a challenge. To help out all college students in Connecticut, Mohawk Mountain offers a four-hour lift ticket from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. for only $18 with your student ID. After a long day in lectures, a nice night of skiing could be just what you need to unwind. If you have the time to head down Interstate 84, Woodbury Ski Area offers more than just downhill skiing and snow-
boarding. This mountain also features the largest tubing park in the area, as well as trails for cross-country skiing. An hour and a half tubing session can be added to any life ticket for only $10. Other Connecticut sites include Mount Southington and Ski Sundown in New Hartford. Both offer night skiing and plenty of green trails to help out new or beginner level skiers. Taking a day or weekend trip to one of the northern states could also be a fun way to get away with your friends before the semester really sets in. Taking Interstate 95 all the way up to Maine will land you at Saddleback, a ski resort in the Rangeley Lakes Region. It offers a host of other winter activities, including snow-shoeing and dog sledding. There are also plenty of hotels nearby and ski packages that even a college student can handle. Also in Maine is Camden Snow Bowl, a mountain that can boast beautiful views of the ocean right from the trails. Another interesting place for skiers is Mad River Glen in Vermont. An old fashioned mountain, it still doesn’t allow snowboarding. According to their
website, this mountain is committed to “furthering the sport,”, which includes promoting and teaching telemark skiing. Telemark skiing requires special bindings so that only the toe of the boot is attached to the ski. If your group can’t give up the whole weekend to go to Maine, Wachusett Mountain Ski Area in Princeton, Massachusetts can be a good alternative to get away. If you’re a New England Patriots fan, Wachusett is the place to ski this weekend and Monday. By wearing a Patriots jersey Sunday, a lift ticket is only $12. Also, the number of points the New York Giants score will be the price of a lift ticket on Monday, which gives the possibility of free skiing. While winter never seemed to come full force, there is still plenty of time to get in a good ski or snowboard trip before the season is over. Whether it’s after class at a local mountain, or a weekend trip with your friends, don’t be afraid to hit the slopes of manmade snow.
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Alabama High Museum of Art exhibition to feature folk artist Bill Traylor ATLANTA (AP) — A new exhibition set to open at Atlanta’s High Museum of Art showcases the work of Bill Traylor, who was born into slavery in Alabama and became a highly respected self-taught artist after he began drawing while sitting on the sidewalks of Montgomery as an old man. The exhibition, which opens Sunday, features 65 of Traylor’s drawings pulled from the collections of the High and the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts in Alabama. The images were made in pencil, poster paint, charcoal and crayon, mostly on discarded pieces of cardboard. They feature animals and people, sometimes alone and other times in complex interactions in both rural and urban settings. “There’s nothing harder to do than simple,” said High curator
of folk art Susan Crawley. “His drawings are so eloquent and so evocative, and he used such simple materials.” Traylor was born into slavery on a plantation near Benton, Alabama, in the mid-1850s. He was freed by emancipation in 1863, but he stayed on the plantation and worked as a field hand for more than 50 years. His whereabouts in the early 20th century aren’t entirely clear, but he had settled in Montgomery by 1928. There is no indication that Traylor began drawing before he arrived in Montgomery in his mid-70s. He spent his days in the state’s capital sitting on city sidewalks drawing, sometimes selling his work to passers-by for a token amount. Over a decade, he produced more than 1,200 drawings of scenes from his everyday life in the city and from his memories of rural life — images
of cats, dogs and pigs, but also people and buildings in busy, active scenes. He never drew backgrounds or anchored his subjects with ground lines, so they appear to float on their irregularly shaped pieces of cardboard. Charles Shannon noticed Traylor drawing on Monroe Avenue in 1939. A young art student and teacher, Shannon realized he was seeing something remarkable, Crawley said. Shannon brought Traylor colored pencils and poster paints to supplement the graphite pencils he had been using. Shannon also brought him clean pieces of cardboard to draw on, but Traylor preferred cast off pieces of cardboard and would often leave the fresh new pieces to the side to “ripen,” but he rarely incorporated stains or smudges on the cardboard into his drawings, Crawley said.
“(Traylor) was beautiful to see — so right with himself and at peace — as the rich imagery of his long life welled up into his drawings and paintings,” Shannon said in 1985, according to the exhibition’s catalog. Traylor reportedly didn’t talk much about his works, and it is often difficult to tell exactly what’s happening in the more elaborate scenes, leaving a lot of room for different interpretations in the decades following his death in 1949. In one painting featured in the exhibition, a male figure wearing rich blue pants and a black hat with a wide brim and smoking a pipe is bent at the waist, but it’s not clear what he’s doing. “We don’t know whether he’s drunk or whether he’s preaching or dancing, but the forms are simply marvelous,” Crawley said.
Black History Month should be used as a time of celebration and recognition for people who are often pushed to the side in typical discussions of history. I was really excited to walk into my African American History class this semester and engage in some thoughtful conversation with the rest of the students, until a student in class called rapper Lil’ Wayne a racial slur. It was about as awkward as you could imagine. The class discussion that day was about black stereotypes through history and how different media sources amplify and portray these ideas to the general population. I was shocked to hear such a thought come to surface. Though completely appalled, I understand the idea behind his statement. In American culture today, black celebrities, artists, and athletes are some of the most visible people in the country. Each of them has a unique sense of style and way of presenting themselves to the public. Whether they give off a positive or negative appearance is completely subjective. In some cases, controversy surrounds their sometimes outlandish appearances. In the case of Lil’ Wayne, wearing lime green Uggs and leopard print leggings left a strong negative impression on at least one person in my class. With it being the first day of Black History Month, I really took the time to think about how a person’s appearance through different media sources could warrant them being called a slur by a complete stranger. Also, I got to appreciate how black celebrities are really pushing the fashion culture of this country forward by taking full advantage of their ample media exposure. It’s a fact that celebrities and people on television drive fashion culture in America. The majority of trends we witness on a daily basis have been pushed and made popular by black celebrities. Vans, a staple skateboarding brand, blew up into the national spotlight and urban culture once the rap group The Pack made a song dedicated to Vans sneakers. Michael Jordan’s brand has caused riots and crime around the country by people desperate to own a pair of his shoes. Even around our campus, the people wearing snapback hats and camouflage shorts definitely didn’t produce this style individually and can probably thank Woz Khalifa for the “inspiration.” Is the exposure that these young black celebrities get a bad thing? Absolutely not. However, what they choose to do through fashion and style with their time in the limelight is where the controversy lies. The same time any rapper is advertising a popular brand that none of their average fans can afford, someone like Wyclef Jean is in Haiti spotted wearing TOMS Shoes trying to provide for the people of his home country. Fashion is not always about the pricetag or exclusivity of a product. Many people choose to show off and preach to society that certain items are better than others, impressing a belief that living above one’s means is okay as long as you look good. Others use fashion as a canvas through which personal art or opinion can be expressed. Does Flavor Flav wearing a Viking hat and drinking from a chalice reinforce some historically negative stereotypes about
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Keep water in mind this Super Bowl Sunday
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to avoid overdoing it on the appetizers, while saving room for the good stuff! 5. Waterbreak. Beer and football go together like Tom Brady and Gisele. If you choose to crack open a few brewskis this Sunday, alternate each alcoholic beverage with a tall glass of water. You will drink and eat less overall, all the while being responsible. Stay clear of sugary juice and soda-based cocktails, too! Celebrating does not have to mean overindulging in junk food. Kick off your Super Bowl with these swaps and you will be victory dancing in a healthy end zone! Good luck!
Exhibit explains myriad of social customs
Bundchen causes stir at Super Bowl from afar
from EXHIBIT, page 7 “It was interesting to see how fashion developed over the years,” said Kimon Katevatis. “At first it was size that mattered, but then styles changed because it wasn’t practical. Practicality was the main influence. Also, the developments of different sewing techniques were very interesting.” Magyar herself said how she wishes the exhibit was a touring show because after its conclusion, the dresses would just be put away. She loves that the exhibit was on display at UConn, especially since the area itself is so important. “Thomas Edison himself came here for light installations,” Magyar said. “I mean, for me, it’s something very special.”
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black people? Absolutely. Was Jay-Z voicing his opinion when he sported a shirt which read “Occupy All Streets” during this past fall? You bet. The binding theme here is that fashion and style choices heavily influence individual perception. A person with a smart sense of style can be viewed as progressive. A person with an apathetic sense of style can often be labeled negatively. In this month, black history gets put onto a billboard big enough for the whole country to see. In the case of my history class discussion, some people point out the flaws some individuals have deposited into the culture.
something. When the camera zooms in on Bill Belichick’s snarling face or Tom Coughlin’s rosy cheek everyone has to start speaking in an accent. Finally, when Madonna starts flexing her muscles during halftime, just turn the TV off. Devices such as playlists and pong tournaments can also be used to embellish a party. But the truth is, they are pretty unnecessary, considering guests may find a bouncing plastic ball and Freddie Mercury’s voice disruptive and exasperating. So keep things basic by feeding the company, inspiring welltimed diversions and giving losing fans a wide berth for shedding tears and breaking pottery.
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In this May 4, 2009, file photo, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen arrive at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute Gala in New York. The Patriots play the New York Giants in NFL football’s Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012.
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Glamour Boy is here and ready to play in Sunday’s Super Bowl. Glamour wife is out of sight — so far — unless you count the front page of the New York Post. Super model Gisele Bundchen landed the one cover she probably wasn’t after, gracing the tabloid with her “Tommy” after the paper got hold of an email she reportedly sent to friends and family, asking them to channel their “positive energy” to quarterback husband Tom Brady and the New England Patriots in the NFL title game against the New York Giants. “This sunday will be a really important day in my husband’s life. He and his team worked so hard to get to this point and now they need us more than ever to send them positive energy so they can fulfill their dream of winning this super bowl. ...” she wrote, according to the Post, which didn’t say how it obtained the message. “I kindly ask all of you to join me on this positive chain and pray for him, so he can feel confident, healthy and strong. Envision him happy and fulfilled experiencing with his team a victory this sunday.” Bundchen was said to have confirmed it all with an email to the paper saying: “I am surprised that you received this
email; it was a private note only sent to close friends and family.” Not exactly bulletin-board material, but darned close for a week that has been exceedingly dull by Super Bowl standards: no name-calling, fights or even a whiff of controversy.. A copy of the Post made the rounds at the Giants’ media availability Thursday morning. Brady was asked about it, too, but no fireworks there: “I don’t know anything about that, so I don’t know what it is.” Brady and Bundchen have taken great pains to try to be a normal couple — well, as normal as one of America’s most watched twosomes can be. He’s a three-time Super Bowl champ with two MVP awards and a $72 million contract. He’s GQ worthy with rugged good looks and a flair for fashion, and his hair is a source of endless fascination. She’s a long-locked Brazilian beauty who made her name with Victoria’s Secret lingerie and now moves everything from shampoo to couture. She’s the biggest name in modeling, racking up $45 million in 2011, according to the latest annual list by Forbes.com. Brady was discovered in the sixth round of the 2000 NFL draft, Bundchen at age 14 in a Brazilian fashion mall.
They’re the kind of high-wattage stars who keep the paparazzi in business. Yet they don’t have a reality TV show and they don’t do the party circuit, and she isn’t likely to show up at Patriots games in a form-fitting pink Brady jersey. They’re almost — dare we say it? — boring. He gave tiny glimpses of his family life in response to questions during Super Bowl week interviews. He’ll talk about his parents, three older sisters, and his two boys, one with an ex-girlfriend, one with Bundchen. He’ll mention a child’s chair with his youngest son’s name on it on the floor of his locker in Foxborough, Mass., and remarked about his boys’ favorite TV shows and athletic abilities. But his wife? He seldom, if ever, mentioned her. And never by name. Asked at Tuesday’s media day if his wife had given him any advice, he said: “Throw the ball quickly. She doesn’t like it when I get hit very often. My guys up front do a great job of protecting me.” His wife, too. “I feel Tommy really needs our prayer, our support and love at this time,” her email said, according to the Post. Stay tuned.
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Comics
Friday, February 3, 2012 I Hate Everything by Carin Powell
Royalty Free Speech by Ryan Kennedy
Procrastination Animation by Michael McKiernan
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 a 6 -- Finish a job carefully. Slow and steady does it. Hurry and you might get to do it twice. Leave negative words unsaid; they can multiply. Silence is golden today. Taurus (April 20-May 20) -- Today is a 6 -- Don’t let a minor disagreement mess up your plans. Compromise. Talk about money later. Get some post-holiday rest to stay healthy. Tea, soup and a movie could be nice. Gemini (May 21-June 21) -- Today is a 7 -- Refuse to be suppressed, yet wild impulsiveness could cause accidents, so balance it out. Stand up for your health by taking good care of yourself. Cancer (June 22-July 22) -- Today is a 5 -- The timing’s not right so proceed later. Stay close to home. Have some compassion. You’re doing the best you can with what you have. A bubble bath and some chocolate soothe. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Today is a 7 -Your friends may demand something that you don’t really want to do. Sometimes there’s power in saying “no.” Have fun without spending; challenge your creativity.
Nothing Extraordinary by Thomas Feldtmose
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Today is an 8 -- It’s not a good time to travel. Don’t issue orders. An assumption gets challenged. Release old limitations. Take it on faith. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Today is a 7 -Wander quietly through your imagination. Explore ice cream castles or travel deep into feathered canyons. Let your creativity run wild. Fairy tales can become real.
Mensch by Jeff Fenster
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Today is a 6 -- You may be thinking about it too much, and that’s okay. Stay close to home and take it easy. Slow down. Silence can be a symphony of elegant understatement. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Today is a 7 -- The difficult work is just about over. You’ll be reaping the rewards soon, but don’t spend what you don’t have yet. Keep up a good pace. It takes you far. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Today is a 9 -- You’re dependable and do good work. Shift your routine around. Don’t get burned out to the point that you get sick. Take time for yourself. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Today is a 7 -- There are many opportunities for romance, but they require you to stop looking at your belly button. Don’t waste resources, either. Be creative. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Today is a 6 -- The waves threaten to rock your boat today. Strap yourself in, keep your eye on the horizon and sail on. Luckily, you’re good at this and love an adventure.
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Charlie Weis assembles staff at Kansas
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP)— Dave Campo gives off a grandfatherly vibe when he walks into the homes of potential recruits. His hair is turning gray, his voice is husky yet tinged with a certain Southern charm, and his bushy eyebrows seem to dance across his forehead whenever he gets excited. Then the words start tumbling out, and it becomes clear the 64-year-old Campo feels nothing like a grandfather, though he is one. He feels more like a spry young coach about to embark on a new career after more than two decades spent toiling away with the Dallas Cowboys. “You know how they say people change careers in midstream get rejuvenated? That’s how I kind of feel right now,” said Campo, who is back in college football for the first time in 24 years as the defensive coordinator for Charlie Weis’ rebuilding job at Kansas. “You get to a certain age,
I think this is like a change in career,” Campo said. “The spread offense, the running game and some of those things, that’s a learning thing for me. I’m having to jump back in and it’s giving me more energy than I’ve had.” Campo brings perhaps the most impressive credentials to a unique coaching staff. Along with the former Cowboys head coach, who flashes three Super Bowl rings earned as an assistant in Dallas, there’s former Pro Bowl offensive lineman Tim Grunhard; former Notre Dame quarterback Ron Powlus; and former Akron head coach Rob Ianello, among others. Weis has drawn on connections established throughout his own career to assemble a staff that has a mixture of college, NFL and even high school coaching experience. “I know we didn’t come here to lose,” said Grunhard, who will coach the offensive line after spending the last
several years at a suburban Kansas City high school. “I don’t know much about what the last staff did, but I know this staff has a bunch of good guys who want to win.” That’s easier said than done at Kansas. Sure, there was a victory in the Orange Bowl a few years ago, and the school has produced its share of Hall of Fame players, among them John Riggins and Gale Sayers. But for the last two decades, the Jayhawks have played in the shadows of the juggernaut program that Bill Snyder built just down I-70 at Kansas State. The Wildcats whipped overmatched Kansas 59-21 this season, one of 10 losses that resulted in the firing of Turner Gill. The only coaches retained from Gill’s staff were running backs coach Reggie Mitchell and defensive line coach Buddy Wyatt, who were credited with keeping Kansas’ recruiting class intact.
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Kansas football coach Charlie Weis speaks to reporters Monday, Jan. 16, in Lawrence, Kan. Weis introduced three high-profile transfers-Dayne Crist, Jake Heaps and Justin McCay--on Monday.
Dolson's 15-footers are key Cerullo: This matchup is seriously giving me an ulcer from SCARLET, page 14 “I thought she came out today right from the beginning,” Auriemma said. “When she starts hitting those 15-footers, that sets her up for everything else she is going to do.” But Rutgers makes up for its lack of size with versatility. The Scarlet Knights have a few players that can rotate between guard and forward or between forward and center, allowing them to spread the floor to create shot opportunities. As of late, the Scarlet Knights have been struggling in conference games. The Scarlet Knights have lost their last two and three of the past five. Last week, UConn’s senior
guard Tiffany Hayes earned her first weekly conference award when she was named Big East Player of the Week on Jan. 30. Hayes scored more than 30 points in back-to-back games against Syracuse and USF, both of which were wins for UConn. Her 68 points over a two-game span is the most for any UConn player in history. “Nobody’s as good an offensive player – maybe in the whole league,” coach Geno Auriemma said of Hayes after the USF game. “She struggled a bit early on but she got it back together for us.” Tipoff against Rutgers is at 7 p.m. in Gampel Pavilion.
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Blain: I choose not to watch from THE NOT, page 14 On the other hand, the Giants were the beneficiaries of a young returner’s two mistakes to overcome possibly the hottest team in football, in their own stadium. To be fair, both teams deserve to be at the Super Bowl, but it almost seemed predetermined. Fate would have it that Tom Brady and the Patriots would get their shot at redemption from their ruined perfect season at the hands of Eli Manning, a spectacular catch using a not-so-practical part of the body, and that nasty defensive
line. It just had to happen, and despite being a Jets fan, you have to admit it’s stories like this one that truly make football the sport it is. So Jets fans all have a choice to make: Do you want to hear smack talk from the people living all around you, or youe bitter rival? Would you rather be inferiorly compared to in your own division, or in your own stadium? The choices aren’t exactly ideal, but hey, that’s the life of a Jets fan. I choose not to watch.
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from THE THRILL, page 14 If you think about it, winning a championship is one of the few things we have that can really bring people together in celebration like that. We live in a free country, so it’s unlikely we’ll ever be forced to fight tyranny in our lifetimes the way the people of Egypt and Libya have in the past year. Outside of a presidential election here and there, championships are usually the spark that brings us together. And then, of course, there is Super Bowl Sunday. Every year, the country collectively stops what it’s doing to watch the big game. Most people are in it for the commercials, the beer, the camaraderie, and occasionally the fossil the organizers dig up for the halftime show.
Inevitably, you also have the anxious fans of the competing teams, and this year UConn is going to be split right down the middle between New England Patriots fans and New York Giants fans whose emotions will range from confident to terrified. Personally, I’m terrified. I’m not terrified from any competitive standpoint. All things considered, I feel good about the Patriots’ chances in the game. No, I’m terrified because I can say from experience that if there’s no greater feeling than the thrill of victory, then there are few worse feelings than losing the Super Bowl. The night of Super Bowl XLII was unequivocally the worst of my life, and it’s really not even close. It’s fair to say that a lot of Patriots fans, myself included, suffer from the sports equivalent of post-trau-
matic stress disorder because of what was lost that night. This is why a rematch is such a nightmare. I still cringe when I see highlights of the game, and watching the Giants advance through the playoffs was nearly as stressful as watching the Patriots advance was awesome. My Dad and I got into an argument as the Giants were putting away the 15-1 Packers in the divisional round. He was excited because he thought the Patriots would have a better chance against the Giants than the Packers, but I was furious because even the slightest notion that the Giants could face, and beat, the Patriots in the Super Bowl again was completely unacceptable. Yet as distressing as the idea of losing to the Giants again is, I understand that it goes both
ways. That night, the pain of New England was the jubilation of New York, and for about half of this campus, that was probably one of the greatest nights ever. I can’t tell you who is going to win on Sunday, but I can tell you that this Sunday, people across campus are going to get together in front of the biggest screen possible, eat lots of wings, drink lots of beer, and if the Patriots win, then I’ll be the guy running around Garrigus making a huge scene. And if the Giants win? It will probably be one of you guys instead, because I’ll be sulking on the couch while my roommates serenade me with 18-1 jokes. Follow Mac Cerullo on Twitter at @MacCerullo.
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Woman charged with stalking Yankees' GM
NEW YORK (AP)—A woman stalked and shook down New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman, getting him to pay her $6,000 and demanding more by threatening to harm his reputation, prosecutors said Thursday. The case represents “a longterm effort to control and manipulate the victim,” Manhattan Assistant District Attorney Eric Iverson told a judge as Louise Neathway, 36, was arraigned
on grand larceny, stalking and harassment charges. Her lawyers said Cashman had had “an inappropriate relationship” with Neathway, a medical sales worker and single mother of a 14-year-old daughter, and he turned on her when it ended badly. “The Manhattan district attorney’s office bought his account of how this happened, hook, line and sinker,” lawyer Stephen G. McCarthy said. He and fel-
low Neathway lawyer Alan M. Abramson said Neathway denied the allegations. Cashman said through spokesman Chris Giglio that he is “very grateful that this matter is in the hands of law enforcement.” The Yankees declined to comment. Neathway—who has a history of arrests on similar charges, prosecutors said — sometimes called and texted Cashman more than 10 times a night and threat-
ened to harm someone he knew, prosecutors said. After he told her last April that he didn’t want to talk to her anymore and even changed his contact information to avoid her, she asked him to pay for a $15,000-plus medical procedure and threatened to contact the press and his family with claims that would hurt his personal relationships and professional standing, according to a court complaint.
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Packers name new offensive coordinator GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP)— The Green Bay Packers didn’t have to look far to find their new offensive coordinator, promoting quarterbacks coach Tom Clements to replace Joe Philbin. Clements has coached the Packers’ quarterbacks since 2006, Mike McCarthy’s first year in Green Bay. Philbin left to become the Miami Dolphins’ head coach last month. “Tom has been an integral part of our success and our staff, making it an obvious decision to promote him to offensive coordinator,” McCarthy said in a statement. “He has earned this opportunity and we look forward to continued offensive success in 2012.” The offensive-minded McCarthy calls his own plays, but relies on his offensive coordinator to plan during the week and help make adjustments during games. Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has gone out of his
way to credit Clements for helping his development. Clements’ name was linked to open jobs in the NFL and college football in recent months. “I’m happy that it’s happened and I’m happy for Joe that he’s a head coach, and I’m glad I was able to step into his place,” Clements said. “I’ve been a coordinator before, only for a few years. I’ve always wanted to get back to doing that and I’m thankful that it’s here in Green Bay.” Before coming to Green Bay, Clements was the Buffalo Bills’ offensive coordinator from 2004-05. Clements has 19 seasons of coaching experience, including 15 in the NFL. He was a three-year starter at quarterback for Notre Dame, guiding the Irish to a national championship in 1973. He played 12 seasons in the Canadian Football League. Clements earned a law degree from Notre Dame in 1986 and practiced law for
five years before beginning his coaching career as an assistant with the Irish. Clements has been quarterbacks coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers (2001-03), Kansas City Chiefs (2000) and New Orleans Saints (1997-99). Under Clements, Rodgers has passed 17,037 yards in his first four seasons as a starter. In 2011, Rodgers set the NFL single-season record for passer rating (122.5) and set team records with 45 touchdown passes, 4,643 yards passing and a 68.3 completion percentage. Clements has also helped develop backup Matt Flynn, who is expected to draw interest from other teams looking for a new starter in the offseason. “I think it’s a great opportunity,” Clements said. “We have a young team. We’ve had success over the past couple of years. We still have a lot of room to grow and I’m happy to be a part of it.”
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Green Bay Packers coach Mike McCarthy conducts his end-of-the-season news conference Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2012, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis.
Tough competition ahead for UConn this weekend from UCONN, page 14
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Senior defender Rebecca Hewett handles the puck near the boards during a game agasint the Providence College Friars Jan. 29. This weekend, the Huskies look to top No. 7 Northeastern.
The Huskies will also have to contend with some injuries in the lineup this weekend but will have freshmen forward Kayla Campero back in the lineup after suffering a shoulder injury in the BC game. Her presence should be an added boost to UConn’s offense. “She has been practicing this week and hopefully she continues to play with confidence,” Linstad said. With the season winding down, these next few games will be important to the Huskies to end the season on a high note. “Both teams will be hard competition this weekend, but we get ourselves psyched up for big games. We felt confident when we played teams like BC as it builds momentum,” Campero said. UConn will play at Northeastern on Saturday at 2 p.m. and will drop the puck against UNH at home on Sunday at 2 p.m.
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Calhoun: I'm going to keep pushing this team
from WHAT, page 14 After a starting lineup shakeup by coach Jim Calhoun, Shabazz Napier came off the bench 0-for-9 and finished with one point. Alex Oriakhi played six minutes and missed his only shot. Enosch Wolf logged one minute at center. All the changes didn’t help the team find a flow and stop the slide. “I’m going to keep pushing them. We’re going to keep pushing,” Calhoun told the Associated Press. “[Practice] is going to be longer. We’re
going to go after them. We’re going to find people who want to do what they can do. We’re not the most talented team in America. ... What I don’t like to see is people mentally not stay in the task at hand.” After a quick 13 points to start the game, UConn couldn’t continue to get anything going on the offenseive end. The poor shooting precentage led to the team’s lowest point total since a 59-42 loss at home to Syrcause in 1999. That shortcoming was one of two losses suffered by the eventual NCAA national
champions that season. “Our offense started out great and ended up very poor,” Calhoun told the Associated Press. In Hartford, the Huskies have a chance to avenge the loss that sent the team into a downward spiral. Four players scored in the double-digits that Tuesday night in January at the Prudential Center in Newark. Lamb led UConn with 19 points and Niels Giffey added 11. Drummond and Oriakhi only combined for six points in the loss to
the Pirates. Seton Hall enters the Saturday matinee matchup trying to break a losing streak of their own. The five-game falter has dropped them to 4-6 in the Big East and 15-7 overall. They sit one place below the ninth place Huskies in the conference standings. Herb Pope leads the team with close to 16 points per game and Jordan Theodore isn’t far behind, averaging 15.7. Fuquan Edwin scores over 13 per game.
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Gronkowski says he's ready to play INDIANAPOLIS (AP)—He can name the three Kardashian sisters, and he’s got the most talked about body part at the Super Bowl. There’s a billboard in the Boston area touting his “party” line and a “Party Gronk” song enjoying a run on the Internet. Even his New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick can’t stop Rob Gronkowski from having fun—and he surely was having a lot of it this week. When a television personality told him she agreed to wear a Giants bikini on air if the New Yorkers won the Super Bowl, the Patriots tight end had a ready comeback: “At least there’s a positive if we lose.” At least he didn’t try to answer in the elementary Spanish he picked up at the University of Arizona, though he surely had to be tempted. His “Yo soy fiesta” line—translated literally into “I
am the party” became an instant smash when he said it following the Patriots win over the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC title game. Then again, “Yo soy dia y dia” just doesn’t have the same ring to it. That was Gronkowski’s answer to a serious question about how he is healing from the high ankle sprain he suffered against the Ravens. The fact he considers himself day by day had people listening closely, because a lot of pundits believe the big guy with the uncanny knack for catching touchdown passes could be a differencemaker against the Giants. Channeling his inner Belichick, who is renowned for not revealing much, Gronkowski put off all other queries about his health until after the game.
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New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski answers questions Wednesday, Feb. 1.
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» That’s what he said –UConn men’s basketball coach Jim Calhoun on the state of his team’s offense.
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Feb. 11 Boston College 1 p.m.
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THE Storrs Side UConn basketball takes on games Rutgers and Seton Hall By Carmine Colangelo Staff Writer
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Game to attend: UConn Women’s Basketball vs. Rutgers On Saturday, the No. 3 Huskies will host the No. 13 Scarlet Knights in a Big East showdown. The Huskies are coming off a 61-45 win over No. 5 Duke, snapping their 34 game home winning streak. Point guard Bria Hartley led the way for the Huskies with a game-high 15 points and seven assists. The Scarlet Knights fell 71-41 against No. 2 Notre Dame on Tuesday, with their record falling to 17-5. The game will start at 7 p.m. in Gampel this Saturday. Must win game: UConn Men’s Basketball vs. Seton Hall The Huskies will host conference opponent Seton Hall on Saturday at the XL Center. The Huskies have now lost four games in a row and six of their last eight after losing 58-44 against Georgetown on Wednesday. Center Andre Drummond led the Huskies with
18 points on 9 of 12 shooting and seven rebounds. It was not enough however as the Huskies scored a season low 44 points. Their previous low was the 48 points they scored in Sunday’s loss to Notre Dame. Now the 14-7 (3-4 Big East) Huskies play the 15-6 (4-5 Big East) Pirates. The Pirates are coming off of a 60-51 loss to No. 15 Marquette on Tuesday. In their first meeting this season, the Pirates defeated the Huskies 75-63 in New Jersey on January 3rd. The game will start this Saturday at noon in the XL Center. Number of the week: 2,458. Goaltender Garrett Bartus has a total of 2,458 saves for the UConn men’s hockey team in his career so far. Bartus set the record for the Huskies’ all-time Division I saves last weekend against Holy Cross and had 19 saves in a 4-3 loss against Princeton on Tuesday. The Huskies will play again this Tuesday as they host conference rival Army. The game starts at 7:05 p.m. in the Mark Edwards Freitas Ice Forum.
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INDIANAPOLIS (AP)—Andrew Luck is willing to learn from Peyton Manning. He just wants everyone to know he’s ready to play next season, too. The Stanford quarterback said Thursday he could co-exist as Manning’s teammate even though his preference would be to play immediately. “I think every competitor wants to play, every down, every play,” Luck said when asked about starting as an NFL rookie. “So, of course, who wouldn’t want to start?” Luck spent less than 24 hours in Indianapolis, going through a battery of physical tests and learning the intricacies of nutrition at the Gatorade Sports Science Institute. His next trip to the city, for the annual scouting combine, might determine whether Luck becomes a permanent fixture. Colts owner Jim Irsay has already said he intends to take Manning’s successor with the No. 1 overall pick in April’s draft, and it looks like a two-man race between Luck and Heisman Trophy winner Robert Griffin III. But there are big questions surrounding the Colts. Indy has embarked on a major rebuilding project with Ryan Grigson, a first-time general manager, and Chuck Pagano, a first-time coach. There are even more concerns about Manning, who missed the 2011 season after having his third neck surgery Sept. 8. The four-time league MVP has resumed throwing and has steadily increased his workout regimen. On Tuesday, Manning said doctors have told him the recovery is on schedule, and he does not plan to retire after 14 seasons in the NFL. Irsay said he will wait until next month to decide whether to pay its franchise quarterback a $28 million roster bonus by March 8, redo the contract or risk losing him in free agency. “We haven’t had any midnight conversations,” Irsay said Thursday with a laugh. “Nothing has changed, and we’re looking forward to talking after the Super Bowl and continuing to work toward a solution.” If Indy keeps Manning and takes Luck, it would be the first real quarterback controversy since the pre-Manning days. Manning’s father, Archie, created a buzz late last year when he told a radio show he didn’t think the two could be teammates. He later said what he meant was that Luck and Peyton Manning both were good enough to start in 2012. Luck understands. “I think to have an opportunity to play with a guy like Peyton Manning would be great,” he said.
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Indians and Casey Kotchman agree to 1-year deal CLEVELAND (AP)—After exploring other options and coming up empty this winter, the Cleveland Indians may have finally found their new first baseman: Casey Kotchman. The team agreed to terms Thursday night on a oneyear, $3 million contract with Kotchman, a free agent, two people familiar with the negotiations told the Associated Press. The sources spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal is not expected to be announced until Friday. Kotchman can make an additional $1.75 million in performance bonuses, one of the persons said. Kotchman batted a careerbest .306 with 10 homers and 48 RBIs in a career-high 146 games for Tampa Bay last season. It was a breakout year for the 28-year-old, who signed a minor league contract with the Rays last January. Kotchman was one of only three AL First basemen—Detroit’s Miguel Cabrera and Boston’s Adrian Gonzalez were the others—to finish in the top 10 in both batting average and on-base percentage while appearing in at least 40 games at the position. Kotchman is expected to
compete for the Indians’ starting job at first during training camp with Matt LaPorta and Russ Canzler, who signed with the club earlier this week. LaPorta has been a major disappointment for the Indians, who made finding a quality hitter at first one of their offseason priorities. The team couldn’t afford Prince Fielder, one of the gems of this year’s free agent class, and the Indians were rejected by Carlos Pena, who spurned their one-year offer and re-signed with the Rays after a year with the Chicago Cubs. Kotchman, a solid hitter and superb fielder, could be their answer. Because LaPorta still has a minor league option, it’s possible he could begin next seasons at Triple-A Columbus. Kotchman also has a much better glove, another plus in his favor to win the starting job. Kotchman bats left-handed and is a career. 268 hitter with 59 homers in eight seasons with the Angels, Atlanta, Boston, Seattle and Tampa Bay. His career .998 fielding percentage is the highest in major league history among first basemen with at least 700 games at the position.
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The thrill of victory
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WHAT IS IT GOING TO TAKE?
Huskies look to snap four-game losing streak
By Matt McDonough Sports Editor
Mac Cerullo
There is nothing like the thrill of victory. Think back to this past April, when the whole campus erupted into celebration after the men’s basketball team closed out Butler in the national championship game. Think about how after the game was over, all social reservations were thrown out the window and people hugged and high-fived whether they knew each other or not. Nothing else mattered. We were Huskies and we were victorious. How cool was that? We don’t get to let loose and go crazy very often. Most of the time when we accomplish something, it’s a personal victory. When somebody gets an A on a test, you don’t usually see them jump up and announce it to the world. My guess is that anybody who did would probably just be met with uncomfortable glares instead of an outpouring of jubilation. Sports are different. They bring people together, and the connection that fans develop with their team is powerful. It’s an identity, and when a team wins, so does everyone who
» CERULLO, page 11
The not so Super Sunday By Darryl Blain Tri-State Sports Columnist Just about every football fan in Connecticut has, and this is an understatement, a strong rooting interest this Sunday in the Super Bowl. That is, except for Jets fans. This is the worst imaginable scenario for any Jets fan anywhere. Imagine your blood rival and your next door neighbor, whom you bitterly hate, competing with each other for the most sought-after prize in all of sports. The problems plaguing Jets fans cannot be cured by even the largest amount of delicious hors d’oeuvres, hilarious commercials and ice-cold beer. Not to mention, all of this comes at a time when your beloved Gang Green just had a less-than-admirable end to the season mired with team discontent and controversy outside of the control of your otherwise boisterous coach. The life of a Jets fan sounds glamorous, doesn’t it? However, this is nothing new for admirers of “the other New York team,” as they stand right now. The Jets have suffered through the season, falling just short and years and have only fulfilled the prophesy of the Giants’ little brothers that Rex Ryan had fought so hard to shed. The last two AFC championships were a complete tease and it appears those days are behind us, unless the Jets can make some major offseason changes this summer to save the current state of the team. And now, as if all the hardships for Jets fans weren’t enough, the Super Bowl matchup is set for the two teams to face off in a rematch Both made it here because of a miraculous series of events. On one hand, the Patriots avoided a loss because of a dropped Lee Evans touchdown reception and embraced a win at the hands (or foot) of Billy Cundiff.
» BLAIN, page 11
Even with Ryan Boatright back in the lineup, the unranked UConn men’s basketball team has been unable to right the ship. The Huskies have dropped four straight games and continue to sink in the standings. They are now 4-5 in the Big East and 14-7 overall. UConn is destined for the postseason, but right now it looks like the team is headed for the NIT, not the NCAA tournament 14-7, 4-5 to defend their national title. The Huskies’ first opportunity to snap the four-game losing streak comes against the team that started their skid. Since UConn’s 75-63 loss at Seton Hall on Jan. 3, the Huskies have 15-7, 4-6 dropped six of eight Tomorrow, noon games. UConn will try to turn the tide against the ESPN3 same Pirates tomorrow at noon at the XL Center. XL Center The game will be aired on SNY. The skid continued Wednesday night at No. 14 Georgetown. The Huskies shot 30 percent from the field and the Hoyas ran away with a 58-44 win at the Verizon Center in Washington, D.C. Jeremy Lamb shot 1-for-9 in the first half and 4-of-18 in the game. Lamb scored 14 points and Andre Drummond led the team with 18 points and seven rebounds.
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UConn’s freshman center Andre Drummond goes up for a jumpshot against Notre Dame Jan. 29. This weekend, the Huskies take on Seton Hall.
» WOMEN’S BASKETBALL
» CALHOUN, page 12
Scarlet Knights next on tap for Huskies
By Dan Agabiti Senior Staff Writer Saturday night, the Huskies put their eight-game winning streak on the line against No. 13 Rutgers. UConn is coming off of a 61-45 win Monday night against the Duke Blue Devils. The win at Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham, NC put an end to the Blue Devils’ 34-game winning streak at home. After the win, ESPN’s bracket experts placed the Huskies as a No. 1 seed in the national tournament, which begins in March. But before UConn can concern itself with the tournament, the Huskies need to focus on playing well during the team’s final stretch of the season. In this stretch of eight games, the Huskies will play seven confer-
ence games and four ranked opponents, including a rematch against the No. 2 Notre Dame Fighting Irish. The Scarlet Knights (17-5, 6-3 Big East) are fifth in the Big East and though they don’t have a dominant scorer, there are thee key players that UConn will
Rutgers does not have a lot of size, as the team’s tallest player is 6’ 3’’, so UConn will be looking to get the ball to Stefanie Dolson in the post. Dolson made the difference in UConn’s tough 77-62 win over South Florida on Jan. 28. She scored 22 points and brought down 18 rebounds in a game where UConn seemingly could not buy a basket, and second chances were what saved them. “I thought Stef was great tonight,” said coach Geno Auriemma after the USF game. “She certainly wasn’t 17-5, 6-3 20-2, 8-1 [aggressive] in the first half Gampel Pavilion, Saturday of the Syracuse game and we let her know about it.” 7 p.m. CPTV It’s not just post presence, but a mid-range game have to defend well. Redshirt that made Dolson so successsenior Khadijah Rushdan, junior ful that game. She was scoring Monique Oliver and Senior points both inside and outside April Sykes lead the balanced the paint. offensive attack and all average at least 12 points per game. » DOLSON’S, page 11
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UConn senior guard Tiffany Hayes drives past a USF defender during the Huskies’ matchup with the Bulls on Jan. 28.
UConn looks to upset No. 7 Northeastern By Tyler Morrissey Staff Writer
Huskies have killed off 101 out of the 112 power-play opportunities they have faced. Sophomore goaltender Nicole The UConn women’s hock- Paniccia also ranks sixth in ey team will look to upset the the country in save percentage No. 7 ranked team in the coun- at .934 percent. “We out played try, the Northeastern Providence but didn’t Huskies, as well as get the breaks we sixth placed team needed. On Monday, in Hockey East, the we were back at it University of New Hampshire Wildcats. Saturday vs. and had a great practice,” said head coach Last weekend, the Huskies were swept Northeastern Heather Linstad. On Saturday, the by the Providence 2 p.m. Huskies will travel Friars with a score Freitas Ice to Boston to face-off of 2-0 on Saturday with Northeastern. and 5-2 on Sunday. Forum The last time these UConn lost five of its last six games, which dropped two teams met was back in them to dead last in the Hockey November when UConn lost East standings, just behind the two games in a weekend series, by the same score of University of Vermont. However, UConn still 3-0. Northeastern is coming boasts one of the country’s off of its recent victory over top penalty kill units which Boston College in the semifinal is ranked No. 2 in the nation round of the annual Beanpot behind this weekend’s oppo- Tournament. This will be the nent, Northeastern. The Huskies’ second Beanpot final
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The Huskies on the ice celebrate after a UConn goal during UConn’s Jan. 29 game agasint the Providence College Friars.
in two years. Senior goaltender Florence Schelling, has also set the record career saves at Northeastern. “We’re in every game and have the talent,” Linstad said. “Our team chemistry needs to be better, we have to have good team defense and love the puck on our stick.” UConn will be back at the Mark Edward Freitas Ice Forum on Sunday when they take on UNH. The last time UConn faced UNH, the Wildcats got the better of the Huskies, handing them a 5-1 loss and 1-0 loss. The Wildcats are coming off a recent series with Vermont where they won 4-2 and lost 2-1. Junior forward Kristina Lavoie leads the team in points with 24 and also leads the team in goals with 11. “We need to get to teams early and pepper their goalie with shots,” Linstad said.
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