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Speaking publicly since he was 12 years old, Michael Eric Dyson spoke once again on a smorgasbord of topics in the Satellite Student Union.
By Aaron Warn The Collegian He was named by “Ebony Magazine� as one of the hundred most influential black Americans, is the author of 16 books, hosts his own radio show and on Sunday Georgetown University professor Michael Eric Dyson was at Fresno State speaking about the contemporary issues that
impact the African-American Community. Dyson, an ordained Baptist minister, spoke to a near-capacity crowd at the Satellite Student Union for almost two hours in his self-titled “State of the Nation� speech. From gay health care to hip-hop, Dyson touched on a wide variety of issues. One issue that Dyson touched on was the problems with the public education sys-
tem, which he said has more to do with the quality of the educators than with the system itself. “Let’s fix the problem at the root, so that the fruit can get better,� Dyson said. English professor James Walton, who helped to organize the event, said of Dyson, “He’s a very insightful person and uses his knowledge to relate to college-age students.� Dyson, a leading scholar on hip-hop music and selfproclaimed hip-hop fan, often broke out in rhyme. “He just has so much perspective,� Walton said. “He has spent time with the likes of Barack Obama and he’s spent time with the average man on the street. He’s just able to relate to everyone so well.� His latest book, “1968,� examines the life of the great civil rights leader. Prior to his tenure at Georgetown, Dyson was the Avalon Foundation Professor of the Humanities in the D e p a r t m e n t o f Re l i g i o u s Studies at the University of Pennsylvania. He taught at
DePaul University, Chicago Theological Seminary, the University of North Carolina, Columbia and Brown universities. At the end of his speech, Dyson took questions from the audience and that was followed by a book signing session where many took the opportunity to shake hands and take a picture with Dyson. “He’s just the type of man that enjoys engaging himself with as many people as he can,� Walton said. “We are honored to have him as a guest speaker.� Walton said the event was funded by the International Re a d i n g A s s o c i at i o n a n d planned by the Mar tin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Committee. Last year, the committee was able to get Pulitzer Prize winner and editor of the Washington Post Eugene Robinson to come speak and Walton said he is looking into someone for next year. “We are looking for someone who can appeal to the campus community as well as the greater Fresno community,� Walton said.
The Big Read brings big names By Tara Albert The Collegian A symposium tribute to author Ray Bradbury will bring several best-selling and award-winning authors to Fresno State for a panel discussion on Bradbury’s novel Fahrenheit 451. The two-day Ray Bradbury Tribute Symposium will feature presentations from science fiction artists, Bradbury’s biographer, Tim Hamilton, who adapted Fahrenheit 451 into a graphic novel, and a televised presentation from Bradbury himself. The event is a collaborative effort between the Henry Madden Library, the Ar ne Nixon Center for the Study of Children’s Literature and the Fresno County Public Library. The symposium is part of a national, monthlong event called the Big Read. The Big Read was created in 2006 to inspire Americans to read more, said Roberta Barton, the public information officer at Fresno County Library.
“The Big Read is intended to restore reading to the forefront of American culture,� Barton said. “The goal is to get everyone reading great American classic literature again.� Barton said Fahrenheit 451 was chosen because it appeals to a wide audience and its message is relevant today. “One of the reasons that Fahrenheit 451 was selected as this year’s Big Read book is that it appeals to both younger and older adults,� Barton said. “The book’s elements of science fiction, media saturation and suppression of individuality are all themes which have proven popular with students.� The graphic novel will be available for sale and a book signing. Carpenter said she is pleased the Fresno County Library worked with Fresno State when selecting an author to feature at the opening event. She said she decided to highlight Tim Hamilton’s graphic novel, because it would appeal
to a younger crowd. “I just thought his book would be a perfect match,� Carpenter said. Carpenter said the event is a great way to bring the community together. “I really like the idea of the whole community focusing on one book, it gives us all something in common,� Carpenter said. The symposium will conclude with a panel discussion and presentations from renowned authors from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at the Fresno State Student Recreation Center. Hamilton will present at 2:20 p.m. at the symposium, and Bradbury will speak at 4 p.m. Attendees can come and go throughout the event. The moderator for Saturday’s event is Dr. Howard Hendrix, a local science fiction author and Fresno State English professor. Hendrix said the symposium highlights the necessity of litSee READ, Page 6
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Senator resigns By Thaddeus Miller The Collegian An Associated Students, Inc. (ASI) senator resigned earlier this month, and said it was because ASI is too passive. Jamie San Andres, senior anthropology and political science double major, served as the senator for the college of social sciences since June 1, 2009. Her resignation was official as of March 1, 2010. San Andres officially left ASI, because of work-schedule conflicts. However, she left on bad terms. “I don’t want to be a member of an association that leads by following,� San Andres said. San Andres said ASI is too afraid to step on toes, while students are making their voices heard with events like the rally on March 4. San Andres has been a vo c a l p ro p o Jamie San nent, and planAndres ner, of student action over the last year. She also stormed out of the Jan. 27 ASI meeting after an argument. She said ASI should have put out a statement of support for the day of action. “The masses have spoken, but the representatives have not,� San Andres said. S a n A n d re s ’ s c r i t i c i s m extended to representation. She said senators have no obligation to communicate with the students they represent. Alex Andreotti, ASI’s executive vice president, said she is never happy to see a senator leave the student government. The differences in opinion, she said, are what make ASI successful. “When Jamie asked the tough questions, and made her opinion known, it opened the eyes of our Senate to know why they were here and who they were here to represent,� Andreotti said. Andreotti disagreed with San Andres’s take on the March 4 day of action. She said though 300 students gathered in the Peace Garden, ASI represents 21,500 students. So, ASI must find the fine line between the two groups. “ASI, basically, has to find the balance between activism and being quiet,� Andreotti said. ASI does more of its work at the state level, Andreotti said. Though there is no official See ASI, Page 6 1RUWK &HGDU )UHVQR &$ ) /RFDWHG DFURVV IURP )UHVQR 6WDWH
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On St. Patrick or the Christian, Patrick poses an important question: Would you be willing to serve a place where you had known heartache? And how much is the Gospel worth to you? For everyone, he offers a challenge: Can you forgive the people who have wronged you? Could you even love them? Think about that over your green beer.” — Rev. James Martin, The Huffington Post
Methods of the madness Letters to T the Editor he wait is over. It is finally here. The hysteria, the insanity, the madness is upon us at
last. Yes, ladies and gentlemen. The NCAA Tournament begins tomorrow (forgive me this sleight of hand—I’m not counting last night’s play-in game). Not excited? You should be. There is no other sporting event like it. It is better than professional sports because it involves college athletes—athletes that have a vested interest in the outcome, not to expand their wallets, but for the sheer joy of it. It is better than college football because the champion is not picked by some arbitrary statistical formula that favors those schools in the conferences the powers that be say are good enough; this championship is earned by the participants who must win six games in a single-elimination, do-or-die tournament, lest they go back home without their coveted prize. It’s simply the most exciting sporting event around. A part of what makes it so exhilarating is the unpredictability of the thing—you never know who is going to win. Most observers of the game fill out brackets with their predictions, and most are destroyed after the first weekend. If gambling were legal (that is my ode to ESPN.com’s Bill Simmons), I could tell you, pick by pick, who I
The Right Tone Tony Petersen think will win each game in order to give you better odds in your bracket pool you started with your friends. Alas, it is not legal, so we must settle for a simple tournament preview (which you may or may not use when you delinquents break the law and gamble on it anyways). Upset watch: The five seed is historically prone to getting ousted in the first round by the 12 seed, and this year will be no exception. Every five seed is vulnerable, and I see Butler and Temple falling to UTEP and Cornell, respectively. But why stop there? I see three higher seeded teams making the Sweet Sixteen: 11 seed Minnesota, 12 seed Cornell (or as a friend put it, “the Fightin’ Nard-dogs”—I guess you’ll only get that if you watch “The Office”) and 13 seed Siena. Trust me on this, I have a sixth sense with upset picks. Final Four: Here’s my four: Ohio
State, Syracuse, Kentucky and Notre Dame. The Buckeyes of Ohio State will come out of the Midwest regional for one reason—Evan Turner. The man is a beast. Sorry Kansas. This ain’t your year. Syracuse will represent the West. Jim Boeheim is one of the best coaches around and will likely find a way to motivate his talented team to make it to Houston, the site of the Final Four. Kentucky will make it from the East, led by super freshman John Wall, but expect a tough game in the Elite Eight against a good West Virginia team that some thought should’ve gotten an one seed. And coming out of the South? Assuming they make it past Old Dominion, which is no easy task, look for Notre Dame to sneak in. The Fighting Irish have been on a roll lately, and now that they have stud Luke Harangody back, watch out Duke. I have Ohio State defeating Kentucky in the championship game, in a matchup featuring possibly the two top draft picks in the next NBA Draft. Of course, we’ll see how my bracket is doing at the end of the weekend. If past experience is any precursor, I’d suggest having your mom fill out your bracket for you. You’d probably have a better shot at winning your money, ahem, bragging rights if you listen to her.
To the editor: After reading the response from Mike Boylan in The Collegian on March 5, I felt compelled to write a response. March 4 was a day of action that took place nationwide. For California, specifically, we were trying to bring to light the budget cuts to education that have gone over $1.2 billion in the past two years, with another proposed cut for this upcoming fall semester. The students, professors and community members who were out there protesting were asking for fairness. Students in the past two years have seen a drastic rise in their tuition with a drop in the quality of education they receive. Students are asking the government and the board of trustees to remember that those who typically pay for the tuition of California State University students
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tudents are asking the government and the board of trustees to remember that those who typically pay for the tuition of California State University students are the students themselves.”
Are women ‘Mean Girls?’ H
.L. Mencken once described a misogynist as “a man who hates women as much as women hate one another.” As a long-time member of the female sex, I can attest to the accuracy of the 20th century American journalist’s quote. It’s baffling to consider a man was able to best identify women’s often heinous behavior toward other women. Despite societal and educational advances that have enabled a more proficient and informed society since Mencken passed away in 1956, logic and reason defy the callous conduct women still preserve toward other women. Every woman at some point in her life has been the subject of another woman’s unjustified wrath. The lack of love in female-to-female bonding stems from the notion that women feel in constant competition with one another. In our public roles we learn that for a woman to attain success she must have the exceptional career, the model relationship/marriage and be the ideal mothering figure, all while maintaining an alluring physical appearance. In today’s size-obsessed world, more pressure is weighted on a woman’s attractiveness when comparing her to other women. What’s even worse is that women are more often the ones who are
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Gypsy Life Lacee Solis doing the comparing and putting other women down when they don’t meet the set criteria. In turn, women are perpetuating the very stereotypes that leave most of us unhappy, insecure and exhausted. I’ve had my fair share of unfriendly female encounters over the years. As I get older I realize drama-prone female relations are not just for juvenile lackeys, but persist on a larger and broader social scale. Ask any woman and they can testify to the detestable glares, the snarky gossip or the just downright appalling behaviors of other women. There’s no better depiction of catty interactions than what is displayed on reality TV shows. It seems to be a simple equation for an entertaining, unscripted television show: Add a handful or more of fairly self-confident females plus social interactions on a fairly frequent basis and watch the claws come out. To add to the spectacle, confine a
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group of women for an extended period of time in a house and ask them to work together. Want to see more ferociousness? Place single women in a winner-take-all position with the prize being a handsome bachelor’s heart (oh, and a ring). The hit Bravo shows, “The Real Housewives of New York, Orange County, New Jersey, and Atlanta,” serve as prime examples of the treacherous relationship women share with one another. The various shows follow the same set-up, featuring a group of upper class, often wealthy women who are friends or mingle with the same clique. The result is a jumble of jealousy, deceit, sometimes compassion but more often, conflict. One would presume that with age comes more self-assurance and wisdom that would discourage the need for such juvenile malice, but the ladies from “The Real Housewives” productions prove otherwise. Money, status, success and physical appearance are the prominent causes for most of the woman-on-woman altercations. For a sex that has struggled to gain equality and respect, it perplexes me that women feel the need to belittle other women based on unfounded malice. I wonder if one day women will stop thinking of one another as competition and start seeing each other as allies working toward a common goal.
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Gettin’ to know St. Patrick By Michelle Furnier The Collegian For most, wearing the color green and pinching those who don’t, and going to parties and drinking massive amounts of beer are generally the activities most associated with the day that comes in the middle of March every year. Those who actually live in Ireland observe St. Patrick’s Day as a religious holiday like America celebrates Christmas or Easter with huge parades, banquets, the-
ater, fireworks and Mass. Actually, until the 1970s, Ireland laws required that all bars be closed on March 17, according to history. com. A c c o rd i n g t o t h e h o l idayspot.com, St. Patrick wasn’t born Irish, but he is an important part of history because of his service throughout Ireland in the 5th century. St. Patrick g rew up in Britain as the son of army officer Calpurnius. One day, a ship of pirates kidnapped Patrick when he was 16, along with several other children, and sold them into slavery in Ireland. After being imprisoned for six years, according to myth, Patrick said God told him to escape with a ship. From there, he went back to Britain and then
to France. Patrick entered into a monastery and spent 12 years in training there and eventually became a bishop. A vision came to him about going to Ireland to share about God. While in Ireland, he conver ted numerous pagans to Christianity and through this he made connections with several royal families. During his time in Ireland, he also founded many churches and schools. Patrick’s autobiography, the “Confessio,” is the most important document regarding what he did during his time in Ireland. Patrick died on March 17, A.D. 461, which explains the reason why St. Patrick’s Day falls on this day every year. According to le gend, Patrick is said to have used the shamrock to describe the Trinity: the father, the son and the Holy Spirit. Scholars also suggest shamrocks may also represent a symbol for the triple goddess Brigit. A c c o rd i n g t o h i s t o r y. com, when the Great Potato Famine struck Ireland in 1849 many Irish people came to America. They weren’t respected
because of their religious beliefs and “funny” accents so they were unable to find decent jobs. In newspapers, they were often depicted as being violent and drunk constantly. The Irish population in America be g an to take even more pride in the symbolism of the day after President Harry Truman made an appearance at the parade in 1998. For many of the Irish, it showed that they overcame prejudice and stereotypes. Ireland during St. Patrick’s Day Dublin organizes a festival that runs from March 15 through March 19 which includes: carnivals, treasure hunts, dances and theater. In 1995, the Irish government used this holiday for tourism in Ireland. Last year, nearly one million people took part in the festivities. According to the parenting Web site Kaboose’s, on St. Patrick’s Day, people generally wear small bunches of shamrocks on their jackets and hats. Children wear white, green and orange badges which are the colors of the Irish flag. And on this
day, women wear green ribbons in their hair. According to the Irish Central Web site, due to the shamrock shortage in Ireland this year, four leaf clovers will be hard to find because their growth has been delayed because of a harsh winter in Ireland. Every St. Patrick’s Day, the Irish prime minister comes to America to present the president with a shamrock. America during St. Patrick’s Day According to history.com, the first St. Patrick’s parade didn’t actually take place in Ireland but was in New York on March 17, 1762. The English military walked through the streets on this day to help them to reconnect with their Irish roots. The parade is now 1.5 miles long which takes about five hours. Nearly 150,000 people come to watch and participate in the celebration. The tradition of Chicago tur ning its river g reen started in 1962 when they poured 100 pounds of green vegetable dye which kept it green for a week. Now, they pour 40 pounds of dye into the river, keeping it green for just a few hours. Photos Courtesy of McClatchy Tribune Photo Illustration by Matt Weir / The Collegian
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erature and the academic community in society. “Literacy and the future of the intellectual life are key to the mission of the university,” Hendrix said. “Bradbury’s book is an important commentary on both concerns, and is therefore relevant at Fresno State and throughout our culture.” He said the symposium offers a unique opportunity for people to understand the book, its author and its relevance to our culture. “It provides a rare opportunity for students and the community to go into greater depth on an important book, its author and its importance to American arts,” Hendrix said. Jeanne Johnson, the Big
Read project manager, said the event is funded through a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts. She said the Student Recreation Center was chosen as the location for the tribute symposium, because it is a practical space that contains all the necessary technical equipment for the live, teleconference interview with Bradbury. “We hope Fresno State students will join members of the community in attending this event,” Johnson said. Johnson said students and community members should attend the symposium, because it will give them a chance to interact with some of the best modern science fictions authors. She said
Bradbury is an innovative author in the science fiction genre. His presentation should not be missed, because his work is still applicable to modern society, Johnson said. “Ray Bradbury is recognized as a groundbreaker in making science fiction a respected literary genre,” she said. “The message of Fahrenheit 451 is as relevant today as it was when first written.” Both events are free and open to the public.
mechanism to ensure senators speak with their constituents, Andreotti said, it is part of the general job description. “Senators are told they are required to meet with their college deans,” Andreotti said. “[And] do your best to meet with clubs and organizations, [and] talk to your constituents.” Andreotti said she meets with senators on a monthly basis to discuss their interactions with constituents. Gary Nelson, the advisor to ASI, said Patrick Simon replaced San Andres as the senator for the colle ge of social sciences.
Nelson said ASI’s executive vice president appointed Simon on the recommendation from ASI’s personnel committee, which is made up of senators and students. The Senate as a whole approved Simon on March 10.
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Anyone, anytime, anywhere Bulldogs will be playing more home games this season, including opening and closing at home By Vongni Yang The Collegian After years of playing under head coach Pat Hill’s mantra anybody, anytime, anywhere - the efforts made by teams in the past are finally starting to pay off. The Fresno State football team will finally be playing a schedule that is favorable for the ‘Dogs. For the first time in 16 years, the gridiron ‘Dogs will be playing seven home games, compared to five in the past two years. In addition, the team only has five away games and four that are out of state. The ‘Dogs will open and close the 2010 season at home against teams from Bowl Championship Series (BCS) conferences. Defending Big East champions, Cincinnati, will be making a trip to Bulldog Stadium on Labor Day Weekend and the Big Ten’s Illinois will pay a visit on Dec. 4 to conclude the 2010 season. The season opener will be televised nationally on ESPN2. The other nonconference games will include Ole Miss and Cal Poly. The ‘Dogs will be making the trip east to Oxford, Miss., on Sept. 25 to take on the Rebels from the Southeastern Conference (SEC). This will mark the first time that the two schools will play.
Cal Poly is slated to make an appearance at Bulldog Stadium on Oct. 2. Cal Poly, from the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) has not played the ‘Dogs in 25 years. The ‘Dogs will start Western Athletic Conference (WAC) play when it travels to Utah State after the team’s bye on Sept. 18. In October, the ‘Dogs will host Hawaii and New Mexico State in back-to-back WAC games at Bulldog Stadium. Homecoming is scheduled for the New Mexico State game. The team will then travel to San Jose State on Oct. 23 to take on its in-state rival. After the team’s second bye, the ‘Dogs will travel to Ruston, La., to take part in the annual Battle for the Bone against the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs on Nov. 6. The ‘Dogs then come home to host Nevada on Nov. 13. The last road trip will be made on Nov. 19, when the team travels to the blue turf to take on the defending WAC and Fiesta Bowl champions Boise State. The game is set to be nationally televised on ESPN2. The ‘Dogs will finish WAC play when it closes out the conference season against Idaho at home on Nov. 27. All home games are scheduled to have a 7 p.m. kickoff or later. Brianna Campbell / Collegian File Photo
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Enough is enough
Ben there, done that Ben Ingersoll
So many things in sports are worth celebrating. Super Bowl victories, national championships, grand slams, majors, when Fresno State beats Boise State once a decade are just a few and of course my birthday. But the issue lies in how long celebrations are allowed to last before it simply needs to be limited to scrapbooks and memories. But don’t you dare tell that to Fresno State’s 2008 national championship baseball celebration, which has lived through two Super Bowl champions, Michael Jackson’s death, a recession, a change in presidency and, ahem, a different national champion baseball team in LSU. If you’re one of the many who still brag about the 2008 Cinderella ‘Dogs, you’re in luck. The bookstore still sells national championship hats, shirts, jerseys, mugs, you name it, they probably got it. And if you just want to be reminded about what happened 630 days ago and the bookstore merchandise just isn’t cutting it, go to Fresno State’s school Web site. “Pride is forever,â€? Steve Detwiler said in the picture atop csufresno.edu. Apparently so is this celebration. Now don’t get me wrong, Fresno State athletics has perhaps never seen a bigger accomplishment than the Bulldogs’ improbable road to the top in 2008. Celebration for such an achievement is inevitable, but needs to become water under the bridge at some point. The clichĂŠ phrase “act like you’ve been there beforeâ€? couldn’t help Fresno State more. Think USC is still selling number five and number 11 jerseys in its bookstore? Doubt it. The banner on Pete Beiden Field’s outfield scoreboard is fine. After all, Bulldog baseball has a lot to be proud of, especially in recent years. But that’s just the point. Fresno State baseball is a consistent contender, so why dwell on the past when the future is so promising? In light of this worn-out celebration, I’ve come up with some simple rules your team’s accomplishments without overstaying your welcome. •Never wear memorabilia or use championship merchandise unless it was purchased within six months of victory day. It doesn’t matter if it’s on sale (Collegian Photo Editor Matt Weir). •Only sell DVD box sets that chronicle the team’s championship run before the next national champion comes along. The Bulldog athletic Web site still sells them, and it just goes to show how empty their pockets probably are. •If you MUST sell merchandise, especially clothing, try giving it away. After the University of Texas lost the BCS national championship to Alabama, they donated the premade victory shirts to Haiti. Someone needs to strip the shelves in the Kennel Bookstore and Bulldog Shop and put them to a good cause. •And last but certainly not least, if you’re ever in a quarrel with a friend about who’s school is better at sports, please don’t use a national championship that happened 90 weeks ago. Are four rules too much to ask? Believe me, letting it go is for the greater good. On that note, happy Saint Patrick’s Day everyone, and please don’t wear green on Thursday.
Mayhem in March Many students leave everything behind for a piece of the game By Megan Morales The Collegian As basketball fans anxiously await the first round tip-off of March Madness, students are preparing to make arrangements in an attempt to balance basketball and school, March 18-April 5. The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) basketball tournament is notorious for being a crucial three weeks for sports fans in which they develop a dire need to stay updated on scores and brackets. Some students find the tournament to be so distracting, they’re unable to focus on anything else. End result—school is no longer a priority. Sports marketing major, Jeff Nelson, thinks the tournament is without a doubt the most distracting sporting event.
“It’s the biggest tournament ever,� Nelson said. “With a lot of the games going on during the day, I seriously skip class to watch them.� Although Nelson enjoys watching all the teams play, and has chosen No. 1 seed Kentucky as his favorite, he admits that if his long-time beloved UCLA would have made the tournament his entire life would have likely come to a halt. “If UCLA were in it I would skip everything to watch them,� Nelson said. “It’s completely different watching your own team than any other team play.� While Nelson enjoys the general intensity and excitement of the tournament, junior Erik Mestjian finds himself indulged in more than just watching for entertainment. “There are some days I haven’t gone to class because I’ve been creating my own bracket,� Mestjian said. “The fact that I have money on each game makes the tournament seem much more important than school at the time.� It may be difficult for those who are not basketball fans to understand the passion and exhilaration of a tournament, or how a few games could cause someone to completely disregard school as a priority. But for Public
Relations major Brent Hofmann, there’s no question in his mind that March Madness is one of the best times of the year. “It’s the most competitive tournament around,� Hofmann said. “There are basketball games to watch all day for almost a month. There are always game-winning shots and unexpected wins and losses. I get pumped just thinking about it.� Hofmann admits he devotes a majority of his spare time to watching the games, but he doesn’t intend on missing class for them. “If teachers didn’t have mandatory attendance that affected my grade, I would miss class in a second to watch the games,� Hofmann said. Whether it’s making arrangements to skip out on class to watch games, or precisely creating their own brackets, sports fans on campus will all have one thing in common to talk about other than class for the next three weeks—basketball. And for those of you who don’t get caught in the madness of March, take solace in the fact that with tournament followers being absent, the parking lot will likely be a little less mad than usual.
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