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GPSC elects Zong as Young Trustee BY ZAK KAZZAZ THE CHRONICLE

Xing Zong, an international student from China, was elected from a pool of three finalists to serve as the next graduate and professional Young Trustee by Graduate and Professional Student Council representatives at GPSC’s general body meeting Tuesday. Zong, a fifth-year Ph.D. candidate in physics, said he plans to serve as the connection between the Board of Trustees and his peers. “I want to be your iPhone Young Trustee,” Zong told the council in his speech. “It has many different functions. I want to learn from you—I want to store all your useful information.” Zong’s platform focused on three principles; open house, open sources and open minds. He explained in his speech that “open house” entails attracting the most talented students to Duke from around the world through innovative recruitment strategies. “Open sources” and “open minds” apply to increasing the interaction between graduate and professional students and promoting an environment

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conducive to entrepreneurship. Zong added that he hopes Duke will replicate some of its peer institutions’ successful ventures. He said Stanford University has distinguished itself because it has taken advantage of its proximity to large nearby companies such as Yahoo, Hewlett-Packard and Google. “The Research Triangle [Park] is near Duke, but we have not yet utilized the area,” he said. Graduate and professional students in attendance asked the candidates questions regarding topics ranging from security issues to their plans if elected. Zong kept the council in good humor throughout his speech, parodying the daily strife ofhis peers. “Graduate and professional students typically struggle to get an ‘A’ in our 200- or 300-level classes,” he said. “We constantly struggle to survive the 36-hour [GPSG basketball] campout and we constantly struggle to get a parking space.” GPSG President Crystal Brown, a third-year law student, said she was pleased with the night’s selection and believes

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Center Brian Zoubekhad the first double-double of his career Saturday against StJohn's.

Following a tumultuous week in which the Blue Devils lost two games and their sense of ACC invincibility, Duke appears to have exorcised those demons after a comfortable win over Big East' minnows St. John’s Saturday. Now, the team has a chance to get back on track in conference play as it takes on Georgia Tech (11-14,4-7 in the ACC) tonight at 9 p.m. in Cameron Indoor Stadium. The No. 7 Blue Devils (23-3,102) had been flying high in league play, as none of theirfirst 10 opponents kept the final margin within nine points. In back-to-back road trips at Wake Forest and Miami, though, Duke missed open looks and turned the ball over a total of 45 times en route to two losses. But, the Red Storm’s trip to Cameron came just in time for a Blue Devil squad hurting for continuity and confidence. “I don’t know about righting the ship yet, but I think we are on the course of righting the ship,” sophomore Brian Zoubek said. “We have not gotten there yet because where we are and where we want to be are two totally different things. Where we need to be in March for the Tournament is a lot better than it is right now.” In the game’s first few minutes, St. John’s hung right with Duke, SEE M. BBALL ON PAGE 10

Study abroad cost has litde effect on students' choices Muping Gan THE CHRONICLE

The plane tickets cost hundreds of dollars and the food even more, but the study abroad experience really is priceless, students who have done it said. Although the majority ofDukies who study abroad choose to attend programs not administered by Duke, they said the choice is often based on available locations and academic preferences rather than costs—even though Duke-administered programs are sometimes the more expensive opdon. “If cost was an issue, some people might not go abroad [at all],” said junior Bryant Moquist, who participated in New York University in Paris in Fall 2007. “The costs of Duke and non-Duke programs in Paris are relatively similar, so your budget really affects how much you travel.” .

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Newly elected graduateYoung Trustee Xing Zong is a fifth-yearphysics Ph.D. student.

Students in Duke programs pay Duke tuition and the program’s fee, but for programs organized through other universities, students pay the host institution’s tuition and a separate Duke study abroad fee, Associate Dean Margaret Riley, director of the Office of Study Abroad, wrote in an e-mail. The study-abroad fee paid by students for Dukeapproved programs—offered in 14 international cities—is currently $2,350, which covers services like program and course evaluation and approval, advising, orientation, emergency repatriation and evacuation insurance. The program fee for Duke-administered study abroad programs, although varying, is similar in cost, with projected program fees for Fall 2008 set at SEE ABROAD ON PAGE

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U.S. NEWS Republicans supportanti-war bill

WORLD NEWS Music connects ILS.and N. Korea

ENTERTAINMENT Anderson seeks annulment

WASHINGTON In an about-face, Senate Republicans agreed Tuesday with Democrats to advance an anti-war bill because they said the debate would give them time to hail progress in Iraq. The change of heart came after months of blocking similar measures. But unlike most of last year, security conditions in Iraq have improved, and Republicans say they now feel they have the upper hand on the debate.

The New PYONGYANG, North Korea York Philharmonic's unprecedented concert could herald warmer ties between North Korea and the United States. After three encores, some musicians left the stage in tears as the audience waved fondly. Between horn fanfares and the flourishes of the conductor's baton, the U.S. and North Korea found common ground in a concert Tuesday that spanned American and Korean musical traditions. Whether the feeling lingers after the music will depend on the North's compliance with an international push to rid it of nuclear weapons.

LOS ANGELES Court documents show that Pamela Anderson is seeking an annulment, rather than a divorce, from husband Rick Salomon. The actress is seeking to annul the twomonth marriage based on fraud. No other details were available, and Anderson's publicist did not immediately return an e-mail request for comment Tuesday.

McCain supporter slams Obama Republican John McCINCINNATI Cain quickly denounced the comments of a radio talk show host who while warming up a campaign crowd referred repeatedly to Barack Hussein Obama and called the Democratic presidential candidate a "hack, Chicago-style" politician. Hussein is Obama's middle name, but talk show host Bill Cunningham used it three times as he addressed the crowd before the likely Republican nominee's appearance.

SCIEIMCE/TECH Deadly IB increases prevalence LONDON Drug-resistant tuberculosis is spreading even faster than medical experts had feared, the World Health Organization warned in report issued Tuesf IB patients infected with ant strain topped 20 perountries, the highest ever N. agency said.

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SPORTS Rockets lose Yao Ming to injury HOUSTON All-Star center Yao Ming is out for the season with a stress fracture in his left foot, a stunning blow to the surging Houston Rockets. General manager Daryl Morey made the announcement Tuesday, hours before the Rockets put their 12-game winning streak on the line against the Washington Wizards. Yao was having a terrific season, averaging 22 points and 10.8 rebounds per game.

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For students looking for more convenient dining options, new improvements may open up the range of choices. Recent developments include a delivery service offered by Tommy’s Rubs and Grubs, a walkup window in the works for The Loop and a new chef at the Faculty Commons. The three eateries are now at different stages of improvement, Director of Dining Services Jim Wulforst said Monday. Because of its more remote location in McClendon Tower, Tommy’s implemented a delivery service last month to increase sales, he added. The Loop discontinued its own delivery service after one semester last Spring because of lost orders and liability problems last May, said owner Dennis Lane. “We had success with it, but the liability with [drivers having] no insurance is a big issue with any business,” he said. “It could cost us our business. With one accident, it could do that easily.” The service also interfered with in-house operations, which

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The promotion of MiltonBrasher-Cunningham to chef of the Faculty Commons is one of three recent dining changes. led to food-quality deterioration and slow delivery times, Lane added. Wulforst said the walk-up window is expected to open after Spring Break and will be operated differently from last year’s delivery service. “We wanted to start a walkup service so you just come over

rather than have something delivered,” he said. “Because it’s right in the middle of campus it’s not really that far of a walk and I think it’d be easier for students to place orders and pick things up.” Though not a location for a brief meal, the Faculty Commons hopes to cater to

a broader audience with the promotion of former line chef Milton Brasher-Cunningham in January. His background and experience are varied and his ideas and management skills will benefit the service, Elizabeth Tornquist, a member of

The Triangle Research Libraries Network joined the Open Content Alliance and other major research libraries in the nation in sharing its content digitally online free of charge, members announced last week. The network includes the research libraries at Duke University, North Carolina Central University, North Carolina State University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. In the first year, Duke plans to contribute select content for digitalization. UNC and NCSU will convert their public domain books into high-resolution digital files that will be available online to all on the Internet Archive Web site. The two schools will begin by hosting a Scribe machine, given by the Internet Archive, to scan all their books. “Because 70 percent of the titles held within TRLN libraries are unique to a single member institution, coordinated digitization efforts will offer an opportunity to expand access to and use of the extensive research collections held within TRLN,” an NCSU release reads.

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GPSC from page 1 Zong won because of his unique experiences and approach to the position. She

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DUU President-electChamindra Goonewardene (second from left) discussed ideas for programming during freshman orientation, a new frontierfor the Union.

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Efforts to get the Duke University Union off to the right start next year dominated discussion at Tuesday night’s meeting. President-elect Chamindra Goonewardene, a Junior and current Major Attractions chair, proposed plans to sponsor a night of activities during (he Class of 2012’s freshman orientation in August, which would be a first for the Union. “People can gel an idea of what the Union is when they come in,” Goonewardene said. “We want every committee showcased.” Nothing has been decided for certain, but DUU is working to sponsor either Wednesday or Thursday of orientation week, lie added. Plans under consideration include free coffee at the Duke Coffeehouse, a comedian brought by Major Speakers, a band sponsored by Major Attractions, crews from Cable 13 walking around and

a free movie from Freewater Films. A display highlighting past Union events is also under consideration, with the goal of giving students have a sense of the Union’s range ofactivities. “In the past, DUU meshed in with the activities fair, but this way, we’ll have a presence from day one for the freshmen,” freshman Dustin Gamza, the group’s vice president-elect of internal affairs, said. The Union also agreed to pledge $2,000 to bring hip-hop artist Mike-E to campus in April for the. Relay for Life event. Student bands are slated to play for the day-long event, but are doing so free of charge for charity. Publicity plans were announced for the “Great American Trailer Park Musical” March 24. Tickets go on sale Wednesday. The Union announced new activities in Krzyzewskiville before the home men’s basketball game against the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Crazies Who Care and the Women’s Institute for

added, however, that all the finalists were very qualified. “I do think the thing that differentiated him from the others was his ability to think about Duke globally,” she said. Zong said in an interview with The Chronicle after the election that he is glad he was selected. “It’s such a nerve-wracking process, and I feel very excited,” Zong said. “Duke is a place where I think anyone can succeed.” Zong said he hopes to increase interaction among all schools, especially the medical school. He plans to remain in Durham until either December 2008 or May 2009, when he will receive his Ph.D. He also plans to visit some ofDuke’s peer institutions during the summer to better understand university systems. At the end of his speech he quoted a Chinese adage, noting that he’s been readying himself for this opportunity since his acceptance at Duke. “A one-minute on-stage performance requires years of preparation behind the scenes,” he read.

Secondary Education and Research will co-sponsor some of the events. The Union also focused on internal affairs by making plans for its “changeover” dinner to initiate next year’s board. Evaluations of this year’s executive board and meetings among new program directors and the president and vice presidents-elect were also discussed.

In other business: DUU announced the 2008-2009 executive members of its administrative board: junior Bryant Moquist, executive vice president; junior Casey Callan, chieffinancial officer; sophomore Gabriela Borges, vice presdient of programming; freshman Dustin Gamza, vice president of internal affairs; junior Jon Grilli and sophomore Adam Barron, directors of marketing; junior Edgar Mkrtchian, director of facilities; sophomore Catalina Blanco, director of development; sophomore Zachary Ferret, executive secretary.

Xing Zong ran for graduate and professional Young Trustee on a platform of increased openness.

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Study: High pollution in parks

DINING from page 3 the eatery’s staff, wrote in an e-mail. “We are delighted to have him and feel that he will continue our Executive Chef Amy Tornquist’s tradition of serving fresh local foods, prepared with imagination and skill,” she said. Many students said they welcome the changes made to the campus eateries. “It’s good to get another option on points-delivery past delicious fatty Italian, Mexican or Chinese food for dinner,” freshman Jeremy Steinman said of Tommy’s new service. “Delicious fatty American food lets us expand our palate, and delivering until midnight is also more convenient.” The window at The Loop will also allow for shorter waiting periods and solicit more customers, freshman Andrew Tharler said. “A window would make The Loop a more convenient option for a quick lunch during the day,” Tharler said. “I would definitely visit it more than I do now.” Steinman said he agreed that the addition will save time for students, but expressed some skepticism as well. “It’s nice for those of us who don’t want to wait in line that long and just want to pick something quick,” he said. “It’s a great idea, but it might get extremely crowded in the small lobby area, even more than it already does. This could potentially be great, or potentially a disaster. I look forward to it.”

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BILLINGS, Mont. Pesticides, heavy metals and other airborne contaminants are raining down on national parks across the West and Alaska, turning up at sometimes dangerously high levels in lakes, plants and fish. A sweeping, six-year federal study released Tuesday found evidence of 70 contaminants in 20 national parks and monuments—from Denali in Alaska and Glacier in Montana, to Big Bend in Texas andYosemite in California. The findings revealed that some of the Earth’s most pristine wilderness is still within reach of the toxic byproducts of the industrial age. “Contaminants are everywhere. You can’t get more remote than these northern parts of Alaska and the high Rockies,” said Michael Kent, a fish researcher with Oregon State University who co-authored the study. The substances detected ranged from mercury produced by power plants and industrial chemicals such as

PCBs to the banned insecticides dieldrinand DDT. Those can cause health problems in humans including nervous system damage, dampened immune system responses and lowered reproductive success. Contaminants that accumulated in fish exceeded human consumption thresholds at the eight parks that researchers focussed on most: Sequoia and Kings Canyon, Mount Rainier, Olympic, Glacier, Rocky Mountain, Gates of the Arctic and Denali national parks and Alaska’s Noatak National Preserve. Also, mercury levels at the eight parks and DDT levels at Glacier and Sequoia and Kings Canyon exceeded health thresholds for fish-eating wildlife. Kent said he found airborne contaminants are causing male fish to develop female organs in some parks. Much of the contamination is thought to have come from overseas—traveling global air currents from Europe and Asia. SEE PARKS ON PAGE 7

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PARKS from page 5 But researchers said they were surprised to find substantial contamination from the local use of legal pesticides, particularly in agricultural areas around Glacier, Rocky Mountain and Sequoia and Kings Canyon parks.

University of Washington atmospheric researcher Daniel Jaffe said scientists previously thought banning substances like DDT and dieldrin would lessen the persistence of chemicals in the environment. “We replaced them with pesticides with much shorter lifetimes in the environment,” Jaffe said. “But in places like the Central Valley of California, we are applying many, many tons of these every year.... We.now know they can move substantial distances.” A parks advocacy group called the federal report “a wake-up call” that should mobilize Congress to take a tougher stance on air pollution.

“We can take steps to reduce mercury emissions from power plants, steps to reduce carbon dioxide emissions that cause global warming,” said Will Ham-

“Contaminants are everywhere. You can’t get more remote than these northern parts of Alaska and the high Rockies.” Michael Kent study co-author merquist with the National Parks Conservation Association. The $6-million study is known as the Western Airborne Contaminants Assessment Project. It is the most compre-

hensive to date on the distribution and concentration of contaminants outside developed areas, according to the project’s scientific director, Dixon Landers with the Environmental Protection Agency. Contrary to the conventional wisdom that remoteness means less pollution, Landers said many of the parks particularly those at higher elevations and in colder climates—actually are at higher risk. Mercury from power plants in China, for example, is borne across the Pacific in clouds that rise up when they hit West Coast mountains. That causes the mercury to drop out of the clouds attached to rain droplets or snowflakes, he said. Release of the study, which was coordinated by the National Park Service, came after a delay of several months. A Park Service spokesperson, Colleen Flanagan, said the delay was caused by the time needed to analyze the vast volumes of data collected, from 2002 to 2007. The study also included researchers from the U.S. Geological Survey and the U.S. Forest Service. —

ABROAD from page 1 $2,000 for Duke in Florence, $3,800 for Duke in France and $3,025 for Duke in Madrid. “The fee offsets the costs of maintaining a student’s enrollment while they are abroad and transferring full credit for the work that they successfully complete while they’re abroad,” Riley explained. If the tuition at other universities is less expensive than Duke’s tuition, the extra money may be allocated toward expenses such as room and board, airfare, books, passport and visa fees and immunizations, she said. But if the tuition costs of a Duke-approved program exceed the estimated $18,033 Duke charges for tuition for a semester, students are responsible for covering the additional expenses, according to the Web site of the Office of Study Abroad. “Some of the most popular approved programs utilized by Duke students—NYU in Florence and NYU in Paris—actually cost more than Duke-administered programs,” Riley said. “Many of our peer institutions charge ‘home school’ fees to students rather than a study-abroad fee, regardless of where the student studies, which often results in much higher costs for the student.” Financial aid packages are also designed to allow students to make their program choices without the fear of losing the financial support Duke allots them. “I get amazing financial aid from Duke so cost isn’t an issue for me,” sophomore Johnny Lai said. “Instead, I look at program locations, what courses are offered and how everything fits with my major.” As for future expansion of Duke’s study abroad programs, Riley said the Study Abroad Committee recently approved a new Duke in Arabia program for Spring 2009. She added that discussions are underway for programs in Singapore, Belgium, India, Costa Rica and Vietnam.

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everyone’s names As the line monitor strained in the low light to read off the lucky 10 names that would be the last people into the stadium, I sucked in my stomach and snuck behind him, paying careful attention not to graze the back of his blue windbreaker. Once around him, I quickly inserted myself into the group of people that were walking toward the Cameron breezeway. Expecting to be grabbed and spun moment, I quickaround at ened my pace until I reached the doorway. No one came after me. I was in. Or at least I thought. SEE VAISMAN ON PAGE 12

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The Blue Devils continued their hot start Tuesday afternoon, knocking off AlabamaA&M "j AAIVIU in a lopsided DUKE contest behind a strong pitching performance from sophomore Christopher Manno and a great day at the plate from junior Nate Freiman. After rain drenched Jack Coombs Field all morning, Duke (5-0) fell behind 1-0 in the third inning before tying the game in the bottom of the frame. The team -poured on four more runs in the fourth en route to an 8-1 victory over the Bulldogs (0-4). “We had a little bit of a tough time fielding in the outfield, but both teams were playing with the same soggy conditions,” head coach Sean McNally said. “I was very pleased that we made no errors in the game. Hitting will come and go so pitching and defense will need to be our foundation, just as they were today.” Freiman, the Blue Devils’ cleanup hitter and biggest power threat, led off the decisive fourth inning rally by beating out Bulldog third baseman Bryan Evans’ long throw. Following a single by designated hitter Kyle Kreick, the Alabama A&M battery lost its composure and allowed two passed balls before walking Jeremy Gould. The sequence of events clearly rattled the Bulldogs and left them trailing by a run with runners on the corners and nobody out. .By the time the inning was over, Duke _

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First baseman Nate Freiman hithis third home run in just five games this season, blasting the Blue Devils past Alabama A&M, 8-I,Tuesdayfor theirfifth straight win. had plated four runners and racked up four hits. “We always talk about baserunning as the ultimate form of teamwork,” Freiman said. “It does not matter in the end how you get on base, just as long as you get on base.” The first baseman ignited the Blue Devils’ rally in the fourth with his speed, but in his next two at bats, displayed why he is Duke’s most formidable offensive threat. With one out in the fifth inning, Freiman launched a ball to straight away center

field. Alabama A&M’s centerfielder, however, channeled. Willie Mays with an over-the-shoulder full sprint catch just short of the fence to rob Freiman of extra bases. In the seventh with a runner on base, Freiman pulled the ball to left field, and his shot easily cleared the wall for his team leading third homer that put Duke up by the final 8-1 margin. “It was nice that Nate hit two balls so hard, but it was great to SEE BASEBALL ON PAGE 12

Sophomore Cohen elected Vol. 104 sports editor Sophomore Benjamin Cohen was elected sports edimeeting of the sports staff Monday night. Cohen will lead a staff of approximately 30 writers and editors for a one-year term beginning in May. Cohen will replace junior Meredith Shiner. The Livingston, NJ. native is currently an associate sports editor covering men’s and women’s basketball. He served as a columnist during the fall semester and as a senior writer for Towerview. “I’m ecstatic about the opportunity to lead such a talented group of people,” Cohen said. “I can’t wait to get started on Volume 104.” In his speech Monday night, Cohen emphasized expanding The Chronicle’s online presence through blogs with audio and video content. He also spoke at length about increasing efforts to both recruit and retain writers. “There’s no denying the integral role sports play on this tor for Volume 104 of The Chronicle at a

campus,” Cohen said. “Our goal is to be the best college sports department in the nation—the kind of department Duke students deserve.” In terms of content, Cohen stressed writing more long-term and analytical features and packaging them with creative layouts. Furthermore, he hopes to make the sports section more efficient by establishing firm deadlines for stories. Cohen also talked about cultivating a stronger culture of journalism in the section. As a freshman, Cohen served as a beat writer for women’s soccer and women’s basketball, covering the 2007 women’s basketball ACC Tournament in Greensboro. Cohen, a 2006 graduate of Newark Academy in Livingston, is an English major working toward certificates in Policy Journalism and Media Studies along with Markets and Management Studies. He expects to graduate in May 2010 before pursuing a career in journalism. -—from staff reports

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even taking a seven-point lead to start the contest. But after freshman Kyle Singler hit a 3-pointer to give Duke an 18-16 lead, the Blue Devils began to hit theirstride and ex1 tended the margin to 18 by halftime. Two players who made important contributions Saturday after struggling recently were Zoubek and fellow sophomore Gerald Henderson. Henderson started the game on the bench for the first time this season due to a sprained wrist, but he made an immediate impact upon entering the contest, Henderson’s seven straight points in the first half got the team into its rhythm, and he also displayed his high-flying ability with two alley-oop dunks in the second half. Zoubek, meanwhile, played quite possibly his best game in a Duke uniform. The Haddonfield, NJ. native came into the

matchup with the Red Storm averaging just under four points and four rebounds, but exploded for 11 and 13 in 20 minutes of action Saturday. Zoubek showed the emotion and tenacity fans have been clamoring for since his arrival, and he also managed to stay out of the foul trouble that has plagued him throughout his college career. “1 think a big reason [for the improved play] is that I’m learning to just play and not worry about the mistakes or all those littie things,” Zoubek said. Tve put the extra work in, and I’m coming back into it after the injury, so I feel like as I get more minutes, I’ll get more comfortable out there.” With non-conference play now officially over, the Blue Devils return to an ACC slate that includes three games against teams under .500 in the conference before their March 8 matchup with North Carolina, That schedule begins with tonight’s contest against the Yellow Jackets* who have suuggieu uugiiLuy

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As the 11 of us turned to go into the student section, the fire marshal came out of nowhere and unleashed a string of harsh language at the line monitors who had let us in. He said they had intentionally disobeyed him, that the student section was closed and that we would have to leave. And with that, I found myself out in the breezeway with the doors of the stadium shut in my face. Unsure of what to do, I turned around and saw the rest of the line monitors and several DUPD officers restraining the rest of the walk-up crowd that was trying to surge toward the stadium. Trapped in the breezeway between the wooden doors and the near-riot that was building, I stood and hoped for a miracle. Suddenly, the door to the stadium creaked back open again. An older woman ushered us in, and pulled a string of tickets from her pocket. She told us they were for the obstructed-view seats upstairs. The ones where the big metal supports prevent you from seeing half the court if you’re sitting in your chair. But it didn’t matter. Feeling bad about ditching my partner, I decided to press my luck a bit. I explained to her that the police had prevented her from crossing the line when things began to get out of control, and that if I could have a second ticket to show the police officer, they would let her into the game too. She paused after hearing my request. I thought I had blown it. She began handing out tickets to everyone else who was around me, until it was just the two of us. Then she handed me the last two tickets she had. I ran back outside and began screaming my friend’s name. About 10 people yelled back pretending to be her, raising their hands and jumping up and down. I searched the crowd frantically. Finally, her figure emerged from the mass of limbs, and I showed a police officer the two tickets and told him that she was with me. As we walked toward the stadium, my friend looked at me in disbelief. “Did that just happen?” she asked. I wasn’t so sure myself. We re-entered the stadium, and the same lady tore our tickets. The door closed behind us. We were the last people into Cameron.

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Sophomore starting pitcher Christopher Mannostruck out 10 Bulldogs in six innings of work to get hisfirst win ofthe season Tuesday for Duke.

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going in the fourth when we couldn’t string

anything together,” McNally said. “It was really a spark for us. He gave us a lift.” With the ACC schedule looming, McNally is working on determining his thee-man weekend rotation. Making his first start of the season and third start of his career, Manno (1-0) made his case quite convincingly Tuesday afternoon. The sophomore scattered seven hits and allowed just one run over six innings while striking out 10 and walking none “I have faced guys in practice, but I was still anxious to get out there and face competition,” Manno said. “I was just trying to focus on throwing strikes and getting ahead of hitters.”

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Nevertheless, comments by prominent Duke research figures and a wide range of other academics do indicate that it is a shift the community wholeheartedly supports. For us, as Duke students with easy access to an extensive set of academic journals through the collective Duke library subscriptions, this motion has little impact on our education in the short-term. Most undergraduates here already do their research (or last-minute scrambling) online, and in many cases the physical volumes of obscure journals that students cite never come within the confines of Duke’s campus, or do so well after short-term

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research has concluded This should not indicate, however, that the new format will not have long-term positive effects. The prices for some journal subscriptions have risen to heights that effectively prohibitindividuals outside of the umbrella of university systems, internationally, especially from subscribing—a problem that new system would solve. In addition to eliminating socioeconomic and geographical constraints on access to scholarship, the Harvard collection would also vastly increase the readership and review of the actual research itself. Additionally, research will not be curtailed since it is facilitated by institutions and individuals—not journals. Some critics of Harvard’s vote, besides pointing out obvi-

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Other Chronicle columnists have already looked at the readiness (or lack thereof) of our campus security forces, and I don’t need to rehash their arguments here. Suffice it to say we have room for improvement. But part of what is so particularly noticeable about the shooting at NIU is that the administration and campus police by all accounts acted quickly and appropriately. And seven students still lost their lives. Even the best security force cannot be everywhere, and no plan can account for all contingencies. So what’s there to protect us beyond the limits of our campus police, even assuming those police are exemplary? I would suggest that it is the same thing that protects us off campus when the forces which are supposed to protect us are unable to do so: our right to self-defense. Self-defense is perhaps the most basic of rights. It has existed throughout known history, far outdaling the rights to free speech or free association which we hold so dear. The great political philosophers found it even in the mythical state of nature. And yet here at Duke, in the 21st century, we are denied this right. The Office of Judicial Affairs Web site informs us that it “is against North Carolina state law and university policy to possess a gun, rifle, pistol or other firearm of any kind, or any powerful explosive on university property.” And on the face of it, that sounds like a common-sense law. But it turns out that similar laws were on the books in Illinois and in Virginia when the shooting

tragedies occurred in those states. And it turns out they didn’t help. Now, I can already hear the age-old argument: “More guns are not the answer to gun violence.” And again, that seems like common sense. But if more guns are not the answer, fewer guns are even less so. We know because we’ve tried it. Indeed, “fewer guns” has been the underlying philosophy of violence prevention for many years, and it’s been a miserable failure. Don’t get me wrong. I do not own and have never owned a gun, and frankly will probably never do so because I can’t see a foot in front of my face without glasses. My point is not that every student should get a .45 with their orientation packets. All I’m saying is that those students who can and choose to have a gun off campus should not have that right restricted on campus. After all, if students are no less responsible or intelligent on campus than off there is no reason to restrict them, whereas if they are less responsible or intelligent on campus than off, it doesn’t say a whole lot for an institution of higher learning. Moreover, students are no less vulnerable on campus than off. Many of us were disturbed last semester at the stabbing of a man in the middle of the afternoon inside Northgate Mall. All of us were saddened by the murder of a graduate student earlier this semester. And those are only the murders in the last year within walking distance of my Central Campus apartment. Why, in such circumstances, should we be prevented from protecting ourselves? Why are we forced by law into a situation where the only ones carrying guns are those who have no regard for that law? Why are we left defenseless by the government which only exists to protect us? This isn’t just a Duke issue; the state of North Carolina makes the law. The only course I can recommend, then, is the same one I push so often here: we need to get involved locally, preferably along with students at the other colleges. Only then can we be sure that the laws are based on what’s right for us, and not for the failed “common sense” that can only cause us harm.

Oliver Sherouse is a Trinity junior. His column runs every other Wednesday.

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A senior

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knows what goes on at the senior game every year? Not underclassmen, and certainly not me. Every year we complain about the ungodly number of wristbands handed out to mostly uninitiated seniors who have never even white tented. These undeserving fans probably wouldn’t even beable to pick DeMarcus Nelson out of a line-up of huddled, hooded and incessandy texting athletes. Their name is dirt. But finally, I’m one of them. Brandon Dirt. Nice to meet you. No one really knows what to expect at tonight’s senior game. brandon curl Asking someone about the senior game is a lot back in braff like trying to find out what heaven is like. The vast majority of people that have been there aren’t with us anymore and the rest are just too crazy to be granted any credibility. And is there any analogy more apropos than comparing tenting to a near-death experience? Maybe that elderly Duke fan behind the student section who sports the Duke basketball hat and elf ears combo will finally realize we students don’t enjoy being pelted by hard-candy. If we’re going to denigrate ourselves byfalling over each other for tasteless filth, the least he could do is throw name-brand tasteless filth. Jolly Ranchers, anyone? Tonight’s opponent shouldn’t pose much of a threat to the senior festivities. We haven’t played a ranked opponent in Cameron for the senior game since before the Class of 2008 arrived, and tonight will be no different. Last year’s senior-game victim, Georgia Tech, offers itself up again tonight in Cameron having lost four straight and boasting an 11-14 record only the New Jersey Institute of Technology would be proud of. And no, NJIT is not another name for our dear Duke. Rather, it’s the only perfect team in Division I men’s basketball with a sterling record of 0-29. Perhaps, Ted Roof should consider changing sports. I think there’s a coaching vacancy “perfect” for him. Historically, senior games aren’t without controversy. Two years ago the senior game provided probably the funniest moment in Duke student fandom. So in the spirit of anticipating tonight’s events, I’ve decided to leave you with the full story of the 2006 senior game. To provide an abridged account would be to cheat you out of the full experience.

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year was 2006 and JJ. Redick rained threes from Cameron like they were tasteless filth from the outstretched hands of Gandalf the basketball gnome. With six seniors, Duke had a team that just wouldn’t 105e... in months not named “March.”

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moment For the senior game against Miami, line monitors announced that wristbands would be distributed to the first 300 comers —irrespective ofclass —with the last 900 being distributed to seniors only. The Senior Class Council then decided to commemorate the event by throwing a party during which they distributed free pizza and beer and sent an e-mail to the entire Class of 2006 in which they implied that attendance to the party guaranteed a wristband. But then they forgot to tell the line monitors about that exception. 00p5... Can you guess what happened? Letters to the editor printed in The Chronicle depicted a “chaotic mob scene.” According to Head Line MonitorLauren Troyer, seniors arriving in Krzyzewskiville from the party crowded the front of the line during distribution of the first 300 wristbands, apparently too intoxicated to realize what was going on. Wrote Troyer, “Hundreds of seniors, many of whom were intoxicated... quickly began mobbing the line monitors and forcefully taking wristbands without proof of class or line position.” She continued, “Seniors had effectively pinned line monitors on the stairs of Schwarz-Butters.” Somehow the senior game line had turned into a scene from “I am Legend.” Think last semester’s free T-shirt distribution horde without the T-shirts or the sobriety. What did the line monitors do in response? According to Troyer, “The option of calling the police was considered.” That option is too hilarious not to consider here in print: -Troyer: 911? Please, help us! They’re everywhere and they’re incapable of forming two single-file lines! -Duke Police: Ma’am, please remain calm. Tell me, where are you? -Troyer: Urn.... [screaming heard in background] Outside Cameron. We’re at Duke! -Duke Police: Wait, .you’re a Duke student? *Click* The next day at the game, many seniors who received wristbands were not admitted because the wristband distributionhad been compromised and line monitors had failed to make protocol clear. Wrote three such seniors, “They [line monitors] did not respect us or our wristbands.” Tear. Seriously, who doesn’t respect wristbands? They’re the international symbol of either “I’ve-gained-clearance-to-aDuke-basketball-game” or “I-can-consume-alcohol-legally.” So, should we expect an even bigger fiasco this year? Let’s hope. But if not, that probably explains why the Senior Class Council opted for cookies and hot cocoa instead of pizza and beer at last night’s wristband distribution. Brandon Curl is other Wednesday.

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seems like a lot of people are suing Duke these days. Of course, there are the 38 members of the 2006 men’s lacrosse team. And Friday, The Chronicle reported that a recent Duke alum is pursuing legal action against a professor as a result ofemotional distress due to allegations ofacademic dishonesty, I’m not going to attempt to address the logistics of those cases in 750 words. That said, theheadlines got me thinking about America’s -

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to sue—and prompted me to start planning my own case against the University. Although I will be graduating this May, I think there are a numher of grievances that should be Hyphenated VIOW discussed. I debated my options with various friends and we compiled a significant list so—Duke lawyers—l hope you lake note. 1. My financial aid package decreased significantly every year that I was at Duke. As a result, my emotionalstress increased and I have spent many tense hours wondering why I now refer to Sallie Mae as my friendly, rich aunt instead of a loan provider. I laugh (and try to choke back the tears) whenever I read that “Duke will meet 100-percent of demonstrated financial need.” Besides, I am outraged that the FinancialAid Initiative will not retroactively affect me. Forget the future generations, what about me?! 2. The University actually expected me to walk all the way to Science Drive multiple times a day in order to get a degree. Do they know how many people have almost fallen and broken an arm climbing the Gross Chem steps when it’s raining? Or what about attempting to get to the LSRC with all that construction? That dust has got to be toxic. I showed them, though. I changed my major and now I brush elbows with President Brodhead in the Allen Building rather than brushing elbows with death every time I faced Gross Chem in therain. 3. Because of the last time a C-l pulled offwhen I was clearly sprinting across the quad to catch it, I am adding $lO,OOO to the amount I am demanding. I have asthma (never mind that my last significant attack was in elementary school) and I cannot jeopardize my respiratory system like that. 4. Duke professors assign way too much work. Functioning off of less than nine—not eight—nine hours of sleep each night puts me at a significant health risk. (See No. 3 above.) 5. Finally, I am going to sue because Duke has made me realize thatmy class and heterosexual privilege will no longer protect me. There is a bright side to me developing a lawsuit against Duke (besides the extra cash, of course). As a business-sawy friend suggested, we should start making shirts that read “I go to Duke, sue me!” Naturally, Duke Stores would want to copyright this because it will sell so much better than those “Go to Hell, Carolina!” shirts. Some may ask why I think monetary rewards will assuage my emotional pain and I laugh at such silly questions. The better question is, Why is American culture so supportive of suing people? Writers always have the best responses so I turn to the words ofAnne Tyler—a Duke graduate and writer. In her novel “Digging to America” thecharacter Sami says, “Logic’s why [Americans] are always suing each other.... And don’t just sue for medical bills; sue for pain, emotional trauma, public humiliation, lowered self-esteem!... They feel personally outraged by bad luck.... They have been lucky all their lives and they can’t imagine that any misfortune should have the right to befall them.” Sami is exactly right. There are certainly cases worth pursuing. But I think many times we as Americans question when the world doesn’t function to our advantage. At all times. End of story. If it does not, we sue. America is built on money and composed of the “haves” and the “have-nots.” In order to increase the chances of the American population taking notice, forget protesting. Who wants to march all day when you can sign an e-mail petition in less than 15 seconds? The real way to get into the American psyche is to whip out those court papers. I am almost giddy just thinking about how many extra hours Duke lawyers will have to work with this new case. While they walk into the courtroom looking tired, I will make sure to be fresh-faced and ready. I have watched Judge Judy many times with my grandma. I know how this stuffworks. Aside from the fact that I could really use the money, Sallie Mae is beginning to send me e-mails talking about repayment (huh?) and before you know it she’ll be calling me. I won’t blame Ms. Mae though. I lay the blame at my sense of duty to the Duke community. The Chronicle recently reported that Duke has had three lawsuits in the past three months.As March approaches I might as well make itfour-for-four. It is only the right thing to do.

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