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President Crouch bids farewell After a legacy of 22 years, Crouch says he will “always bleed black and orange.”
By CAITLIN KNOX
step in. Although the front of his business card will soon be irrelevant, the back, he says, President William H. will remain the same. It reads, Crouch, Jr., like many people, “Personal Calling: To empower has a business card. The front young people to reach their states his occupation as Pres- fullest potential.” ident of Georgetown College, “Your calling is something his address on 400 East College you do your whole life regardStreet, and his phone number less of what your job is, so with a 502 area code. All of this whatever I do, it’s going to information is about to change, be for that purpose,” Crouch as Crouch will step down after says. 22 years to let another leader After taking a brief threemonth break, he plans to keep working, and has had several job opportunities come his way. These all relate to giving young people opportunities in one way or another, and range from raising money for youth programs across the country, to helping a large African American church with college coaching Source: Chuck Harris for their young This painting of Crouch was displayed at people, to being his farewell reception Tuesday, April 30. the CEO of a comEditor-in-Chief
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pany that helps non-prot organizations raise money. Dr. Crouch and wife Jan plan to move to Raleigh, North Carolina— a sweet spot close to their grandchildren, and even closer to the beach. They are renting a rather snug apartment for a year to “make sure that’s where we want to live, and to see if I’ll have to move because of jobs,” Crouch explained. The couple plan to travel, rest and relax. Although they are excited about the future, the parting with the college is bittersweet from all the memories made in a little over two decades. When asked to share some of his favorite memories, Crouch replied with, “Nothing creates more excitement than winning national championships, and we’ve won six since I’ve been president.” He will also cherish the moments when individual students have come to him with exciting news about getting a Fulbright, getting to go to Oxford or getting into the grad school of their choice. Although Dr. Crouch and his family will not be around campus next semester, they
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plan to still be a part of GC. “I want to be available to the new president, to help with fundraising or anything that they might need me for,” Crouch says. He added that his face will no longer be a common sight on campus. “I hope I can stay away a whole year, but come back for graduation a year from now, because I still know the students and I’d like to be around.” He encourages his Georgetown College family to contact him at his
personal email address, wcrouch51@gmail.com. Dr. Crouch says that he could never be another college president, the reason being: “My love is for Georgetown College, and I can’t give my heart and soul to another college because I gave my heart and soul to Georgetown.” He continued to say, “If I was president of another college, I couldn’t split the loyalties. I bleed black and orange, and I’ll always bleed black and orange.”
GC baseball loses in MSC Tourney page 5
Student reviews “Anna Karenina” page 9
Evan Harrell offers tips for surviving GC page 11
President Crouch and wife Jan are “excited about the future.”
News Keep calm: Midnight Brunch is here
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Sponsored by the Global Scholars Program @GCGlobalScholar n Jason Collins, an NBA player for the Washington Wizards, becomes the first athlete active in a major American sport to reveal he is gay. n Willem-Alexander was sworn in as the first Dutch king in more than 120 years after his mother, Queen Beatrix, abdicated the throne, ending 33 years as the country’s monarch. n The Pentagon has started planning for potential military intervention in Syria, specifically because of growing evidence the ruling regime may have used chemical weapons on political dissidents. n As the U.S.-Mexico border becomes harder to cross, many illegal immigrants are taking to boats and arriving on shore to enter the United States. n The US stock market continues to surge. At the close of April, the NASDAQ was at its highest point since November of 2000. n The sale of Apple electronics continues to decline and is now routinely being outperformed by Samsung, makers of the Galaxy smartphone.
By RACHAEL YOUNG Staff Writer By far the most popular meal in the Caf each semester, the meal where your favorite professor serves you a pancake with a smile, the meal where the Caf is open way too late for any sane person to want to eat, the meal where certain groups of students dress wild and crazy and dance on the tables for fun, known as none other than Midnight Brunch, is upon us! What makes Midnight Brunch so appealing? By this time in the semester, I’m sure most students would agree, we are exhausted and half crazy in a caffeine-induced state, trying desperately to crank out those last few papers or banging our heads on the desks in frustration trying to memorize 50 pages of notes for that one nal that we know is going to kick our butts. Suddenly, out of nowhere comes this meal that seems to magically t our hectic schedules… mostly because we can only afford to take meal breaks halfway through the night. This is a Georgetown tradition that truly exemplies our sense of community on campus. From professors serving their students in an act
of volunteer humility (sometimes in wacky outts!) to the simple act of sharing a meal together, this meal brings the campus together (albeit in a mostly trance-like state of mind) for a break from the books and the stress to enjoy some delicious food and fellowship. For anyone who Source: Facebook.com has yet to expeKati Wilson and Cailley Harris dress up for last semesrience the fun of ter’s Midnight Brunch. Midnight Brunch, I say you are cheating yourself out of a priceless George- Midnight Brunch the best it can be town College memory that someday starts with having fun and enjoying the you will cherish (once those nals are last bit of time with friends outside of over, that is!) for the time spent with classes before the end of the semester. friends. So take a break from the head bangPhi Mus on campus certainly ing and the typing and the caffeine for embrace this unusual meal by dressing just 30 minutes or so to sit down and up in strange, awkward costumes and enjoy each other’s company! Midnight generally acting like crazy people danc- Brunch will be this Thursday, May 2. Be ing on tables or singing loudly along a part of the tradition and Keep Calm: with the music! Midnight Brunch is here! In whatever way you can, making
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Issue 12
News
GAC sponsors end of the year activities
By MEGHAN ALESSI News Editor
At the end of every semester each student must overcome the dreaded nals week. However, there is a silver lining to this sad affair and that would be all of the events sponsored by GAC (Georgetown Activities Council). Here are this semester’s events: Finals Throwdown will be held in the Rec on Wednesday, May 1 starting at 8 p.m. There you’ll nd inatables, games, tournaments and even prizes. As if that wasn’t enough, there will be a variety of food delivered every hour on the hour. Who doesn’t like free food?
This event is completely free and you can come and go as you please! Every good college student knows that you have to take breaks in between all of your studying or you might go a little crazy. “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy,” right? Come to the Rec to relieve some stress by playing with puppies and kittens. Yes, you read that right: puppies and kittens. There will be two chances for you to “stress less with pets”: Thursday, May 2 and Friday, May 3, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. There will be four different study breaks featuring different types of food. It is rst-come-rst-serve so don’t procrastinate and miss your chance!
There will be cupcakes in the grille on Thursday, May 2, at 10 p.m. Meet GAC at Hong’s for donuts on Monday, May 6 at 2 a.m. The rst 100 students that arrive at Hong’s will receive 2 donuts or one dozen donut holes. There will be cookies on Monday, May 6 at 10 p.m. and Subway on Tuesday, May 7 at 10 p.m. in the Grille. Finals have a way of stressing everyone out, but make sure to enjoy the last few days that everyone will be together before summer break!
Non-Discrimination Rally spreads awareness By MEGHAN ALESSI News Editor The Non-Discrimination Work Group, or as member Cristian Nuñez refers to it, the Social Justice League, held a peaceful rally on Friday afternoon in front of Giddings Hall. The goal of this rally was to show support for the group in their effort to change Georgetown’s current non-discrimination policy, which does not ensure the protection of members of the LGBT community. Staff, faculty and students gathered together, many holding handmade posters expressing their support. Two performers sang renditions of a few songs, changing the lyrics to t the situation. The last song ended with, “Trustees, what matters more to you?” Dr. Homer White gave a speech expressing the reasons why the Board
of Trustees has yet to make progress in the situation. One area that concerns the Board is the matter of increased liability. In response, Dr. White brought up the fact that Georgetown’s athletics brings on an increase in liability but we nd that the benet outweighs the cost. As he said, “shouldn’t we embrace Source: kftc.org Students held signs expressing their supjustice?” At the end of the rally, strips port. of t-shirts were passed out to everyone in attendance. They were asked to tie them together and tures. form a circle in which everyone became The rally appeared in the Lexinga collective unit. Many chose to sign ton Herald-Leader and the Kentucktheir name in support of the group as ians for the Commonwealth website part of a petition. This petition can also www.kftc.org) bringing further attenbe found online at www.change.org/ tion to the issue. The hope is that the petitions/gc-non-discrimination. The awareness will spread and the Board online petition currently has 344 signa- will feel the need to act.
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Upcoming Presidential Candidate Sessions By MEGHAN ALESSI News Editor Students have the chance to meet and talk to all three presidential candidates that have been chosen by the presidential search committee. Jason Rogers, one of the three candidates, has already made his visit to Georgetown, but you still have an opportunity to meet the others. Jim Newberry, former mayor of Lexington and current Vice President and General Counsel of Georgetown College, will be available for student questions in the John L. Hill Chapel this Wednesday, May 1 from 1-2 p.m. Cheryl Kimberling, president of Multicultural Alliance, will be following the same schedule on Thursday, May 2.
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Tebow can’t seem to find a home By ERIC BALMER Staff Writer Quarterback Tim Tebow couldn’t seem to handle the pressure of playing in the “Big Apple.” After being released from two teams in two years, it’s apparent that Tebow has yet to nd his place in the National Football League. There has been much
speculation on whether or not the New York Jets would keep him, and over the draft this weekend it was obvious his team had little interest in keeping him around. Geno Smith, the former quarterback of West Virginia, was selected in the second round by the Jets. New York, with the selection of Smith, gives the team ve quar-
Baseball goes 1-1 in opening round of tourney By CAMERON NIXON Staff Writer The Mid-South Conference baseball tournament is played over the course of just a few days, yet each team gets two losses before they’re out for good. In the opening match of the tournament, the Tigers fell to St. Catharine College 1-2 and won in the second round 13-7 to stay alive another day. Despite being conference rivals, this was the rst ofcial game between St. Catharine and Georgetown all year. St. Catharine’s was 36-19 coming into the game and had the seventh seed, whereas the Tigers came in with the second seed. In this game, Jordan Hinshaw had the lone run as the Tigers opened with a 1-0 lead, yet offense was scarce for the game for both teams, and the Tigers didn’t score again.
Saint Catharine’s went on to play Lindsey Catherine in the winner’s bracket while the Tigers had a date with University of the Cumberlands. This game saw the Tigers make a furious comeback in the eighth and ninth innings after being down 6-2 in the seventh, scoring ve runs in each for the win over University of the Cumberlands. It was highlighted by a grand slam in the eighth by Martin Lemus that gave the tigers the lead for the game. He was 3-for-5 with a run scored and 5 RBI. Tanner Baldwin, Jordan Hinshaw, Marvin Flores and Justin Moore all also had multiple hits while Ryan Serrato and Hinshaw each had two RBI. With the game, the Tigers lived to play another day and face Cumberlands University.
terbacks on the roster (the maximum number they will keep). During the offseason Tim’s agent, Jimmy Sexton, was given permission by the team to start negotiating trade deals. Although several teams were interested, especially to see if Tebow would change positions, because he would not, their interest faded. Many people believe a smart move for him would be to move from quarterback to tight end. Jet’s coach, Rex Ryan, said all the right things to the media, and said that the organization though highly of Tebow. “We have a great deal
of respect for Tim Tebow. Unfortunately, things did not work out the way we hoped. Tim is an extremely hard worker, evident by the shape he came back in this offseason. We wish him the best moving forward” (espn.com). Tim seemed to have no chance in staying on the Jet’s roster, as he only had 77 snaps. During his short stay as a Jet, he attempted only eight throws for 39 yards, even though he played in 12 games. In 2011, which was his last year in Denver, he threw six interceptions, fumbled seven times and had a completion percentage of 46.5
percent. These stats are a far cry from the 67.8 percent completion percentage, close to 1,000 yards rushing and 2,895 passing yards of his senior year of college. After a weekend of many young players seeing their NFL aspirations come true, Tim Tebow watched his chances of being a professional quarterback all but wash down the drain. Perhaps all he can do is kneel in the pose that made him famous, and pray for a new direction.
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GC baseball loses in MSC Tourney By CAMERON NIXON Staff Writer The Tigers got a step closer and then took a step back in their hope for a bid to the NAIA national tournament over the weekend, winning one game against Cumberland University and falling to the University of Rio Grande in the Mid-South Conference Tournament. They won 7-2 against Cumberland Univer-
sity and lost 6-2 against RioGrande. With two losses, the other one against St. Catharine’s college, the Tigers were forced out of the tournament. Against Cumberland University’s Bulldogs, the Tigers scored three runs in the bottom of the rst, which was enough for the win, given Tyler Arthur’s hot pitching. Yet they were able to get four more over the course of the game. Martin Lemus hit his second
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homerun of the tournament and had two hits in the game. Justin Moore, Ryan Serrato and EJ Murray each also had multiple hits in the win. Tyler Arthur pitched a gem, striking out 11 in the game. Georgetown struggled, getting only eight hits and stranding nine. TC O’Neal was the only player in the game from Georgetown with multiple hits, while three players had multiple for University
of Rio Grande’s Red Storm. Rio Grande’s pitcher David Steele had seven strikeouts and the Tigers started out rough. They’ll play Campbellsville in the nale of the elimination bracket. After winning the Mid-South
Conference Tournament last year, the Tigers now have to wait for the tournament to end and nd out what happens in hopes for a bid in the NAIA National Tournament regional play.
Softball hangs on Shelby Engle came in with ice water in her veins and helped softball stay alive in the elimination bracket Saturday at Domtar Park. The freshman relieved Katie Mann and shut down University of Rio Grande long enough to allow herself a chance to hit two homeruns – a solo and a three-run – as the Tigers (31-13) rallied for a 4-1 win. The defense twice stonewalled the RedStorm (22-19). Rio loaded the bases once with one out and came away scoreless, then started an inning by getting two on, but no one
scored. “It’s hard when you drop into the elimination bracket immediately. Then add that you have to turn right away and play, but we came out and were focused even after getting down one,” said GC coach Thomas Thornton. “We knew our bats would come to life and Shelby played a great game.” Georgetown ended up in the elimination bracket after losing game one to Cumberland University (34-18). The Bulldogs jumped out to an early 2-1 lead and never looked back. They added a second
insurance run at the top of the sixth. Kayla Williams pitched that game, scattering seven hits and allowing two earned runs with six strikeouts. The Tigers return to action, weather permitting, Sunday morning against the loser of the Lindsey Wilson-University of Virginia College at Wise game. Start time is currently set for 10 am, but everything is subject to change based on weather and eld conditions. Press Release
Quote my Georgetown Professor “I believe there is black and white, and no gray—just tiny black dots next to tiny white dots to make up gray.” The Georgetonian/COLLIN SMITH
This week’s Tree Hugger is junior Seaton Stiles.
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SENIOR STAFF SPOTLIGHTS: Corey Howell & Ethan Smith By ETHAN SMITH Corey Howell is a graduating senior majoring in English with a minor in chemistry. When asked why he came to Georgetown College, he said, “It was between coming to Georgetown and going to UK. Ultimately I decided to come to Georgetown because, though it was the same distance away, it felt more like home. The small classrooms and just smaller environment overall made for an easy transition from high school and just a better learning environment that t me better. I also thought the community feel would be benecial since this would be my rst big move away from home.” While at Georgetown College, Corey was a member
of the English Honors society Sigma Tau Delta, a member of The Georgetonian staff and assisted Dr. Ed Smith with lm projects around campus. Corey notes that, “These experiences helped me make some great friends. And beyond that, they have helped me discover what I want to do with my life and have given me or improved the skills I need to succeed. I originally thought I wanted to go to medical school and become a doctor. But through my experiences here, my love of lm was re-lit.” His favorite memory as a Georgetown student was his experience at Oxford. He says, “When I rst came here I didn’t even know it (Oxford) was an option. Then, once I did, I didn’t think there was any way I’d ever get to
go. Somehow it all worked out, however, and I spent this past Michaelmas term there. I gained so much from my time at Oxford. Meeting new and wonderful people, seeing great sights, improving, all around, my academic skills and, perhaps most importantly, gaining a kind of condence in myself that I can kind of strike out on my own and accomplish anything I set my mind to.” After graduation, Corey plans to take a year off, saying, “I don’t know exactly what’s next for me, but I will denitely be taking the GRE and applying to graduate school. I also hope to be able to shoot the short lm I wrote this semester soon, with the idea of possibly sending that in to graduate lm schools for directing. Either way, I hope I
By EVAN HARRELL
on campus and directed by
involved on campus in his time here at Georgetown. He has been a Maskrafter in the theatre department, he played on the men’s soccer team for one season, he was on the Psych-bowl Team and he is a member of the President’s House Association. He is also the Opinion Editor for the Georgetonian. When asked how all these experiences affected him, he had this to say: “I learned a lot from these experiences about the necessity for accountability, respect for others and the need to take pride in the things you commit yourself to.” As for Ethan’s favorite memory here at GC, he says it was being in the fall performance of “The 39 Steps,” an
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Features Editor Whether you’ve seen him in a play or just heard him tell jokes, you probably know Ethan Smith. He is a native of Cynthiana, Ky., double majoring in philosophy and psychology with a minor in theatre. Ethan’s rst experience with Georgetown is different from most others’. He took classes here as a high school student and really enjoyed the faculty here. His father, Dr. Ed Smith, is also a theatre professor here. In fact, before Ethan was even a student at Georgetown, Ethan played in the 2008 lm “Surviving Guthrie” lmed here
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Ethan is a dog lover and enjoys pizza anytime, anywhere. his father. Ethan has been highly
can go to lm school for either cinema studies or directing.”
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Corey came to GC because, “It felt like home.” As for the people who helped make his experience, Corey says, “I guess I just want to say thanks to all my friends and professors, both here and
adaptation by Patrick Barlow. “I was the male lead in ‘The 39 Steps’ last fall. It was the most fun, challenging thing that I’ve done in theatre, and I was able to work with a great group of people and make something really cool happen.” After Georgetown, Ethan is keeping his options open. He would like to pursue a graduate degree in an area involving ethics or a mesh of psychology and philosophy, such as a program in philosophy of the mind. Ethan is a dog lover, saying, “Dogs over cats. Always.” He’s also a sucker for pizza; he loves it. He says it doesn’t matter the topping or who made it. If it’s pizza,
at Oxford, for making my four years as a college undergrad unforgettable. If I had any advice to new undergrads, it would be to just try new things and nd something you love. And, most importantly, don’t let what you think others think of you pressure you into becoming someone you don’t want to be. By realizing that my goal of being a doctor was actually the goal that others had placed upon me rather than something I actually wanted, and by rediscovering my love of lm, Georgetown has really helped me get on the path to doing something I truly love. I also just want to give one last shout-out to Elizabeth. She’s been putting up with me for the greater part of six years and I love her more than she’ll ever know.”
he’ll eat it. Ethan would like to send a shout-out to his parents, the faculty who refused to let him settle for anything less than the best he could offer and the friends who aren’t afraid to tell him he’s wrong. He says he’s a stronger person because of them.
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SENIOR STAFF SPOTLIGHTS: Rachael Castillo & Evan Harrell By ALLIE ENGLERT Back Page Editor You may know Evan Harrell for his sensational dance moves or his keen sense of fashion. Originally from Middlesboro, Ky., the music education major says he chose Georgetown because he enjoyed the small town and “homey feel” Georgetown provides. “I felt welcomed as soon as I got here. After a few more visits, I knew Georgetown was the right choice for me.” Evan has stayed busy throughout his time at Georgetown through taking part in a myriad of extracurricular activities on campus. Evan is a member of the President’s House Association, where he served as the group’s Alumni
Chair and Music Chair. Likewise, Evan has enjoyed playing for both the Tiger Symphonic Band and the Fighting Tiger Grr… Pep Band. Additionally, Evan played a quintessential role in reviving Delta Omicron, a professional music fraternity, at Georgetown. Evan is a multitalented individual. Not only is he musically gifted, he is also an exceptional writer. This gift led him to the role of Editor-inChief of The Georgetonian last year. When asked about his experiences Evan says, “These experiences have taught me a lot about myself and being a leader. They’ve also humbled me by showing me what I don’t know and uplifted me by afrming me in what I do know. I’m grateful beyond
words for these experiences.” Senior year has been quite eventful for Evan. “I was crowned homecoming king and I’m giving the senior class address at commencement. I’m deeply honored; knowing my fellow classmates chose me for the both of these is very moving.” When asked about his plans for life after Georgetown, Evan says that at the moment he plans on looking for teaching jobs in the Lexington area. “Eventually, I hope to attend graduate school to study music theory and composition. Later on, I would like to be a college music professor and write music, possibly for lms and musicals.” Evan encourages underclassmen students to “nd
one thing you really enjoy doing and do it really well.
It’s really easy to get involved at Georgetown--so easy that many people over-commit.
But if you can nd your niche and devote your time to that one thing, it will change your college experience forever.” Evan also encourages Tigers to invest in deep, meaningful friendships. “Also, nd your support group and hold on to them. It’s common to have 900 friends on Facebook, but how many people could you call who would rush to your side in a heartbeat? My close friends have made all the difference in the world. They know who they are.” Evan is thankful for his parents’ constant support and encouragement over the years. He also wanted to give a shout out to his younger sister, Rebekah. He hopes that one day she, too, will become a Tiger.
By ALLIE ENGLERT
and English classes at GC, worked in the writing center
and abroad. These experiences have proved invaluable and I am so grateful for them.” After graduation Rachael will serve as Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship in South Korea. “I am super pumped for this experience, and I can’t wait to experience an entirely new culture and learn from my students as much as I hope they learn from me.” Rachael will leave in July for South Korea where she will remain for a year. When asked about her favorite memory at GC, Rachael instead elected to reect on her time spent abroad. “My semester abroad at Regent’s Park College, Oxford University comprised some of the best months of my life. It afforded me the opportunity to travel
to ten countries and build lifelong friendships.” After studying at Oxford, Rachael spent over a month travelling Europe. “I especially enjoyed Couchsurng across Ireland. (If you don’t know what couchsurng is, look it up! And try it if you ever get the chance!) As for on-campus memories, I have to mention Buffy marathons in Knight Hall and crazy conversations in the ‘English nook’ of Pawling Hall.” When asked to offer advice to underclassmen, Rachael simply said, “Two words: Study abroad.” Rachael enjoys climbing trees, quoting the Romantic poet William Wordsworth to intimidate middle school students and watching Parks and Recreation.
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The Georgetonian Staff wishes all Tigers a safe and happy summer vacation.
Rachael Castillo is a senior who has made the most of her liberal arts experience at Georgetown. This English major will also be certied to teach secondary education when she graduates next week. She says that it was her desire to teach that originally drew her to Georgetown. “I had a wonderful teacher in high school who said she learned her craft at GC. She inspired me to explore Georgetown, and I then fell in love with the community atmosphere.” The aspiring English teacher has spent her time tutoring her fellow classmates throughout her time at Georgetown. “I have tutored for math
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Rachael Castillo is inordinately excited as she eats gelato in Florence. and volunteered as a tutor both in the Georgetown community
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Evan is thankful for his close friends and support group.
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“Next Gen”: Where have we been? Where are we going?
By AUSTIN CONWAY Staff Writer
The term “generation” is often used to describe a console’s lifecycle. The days of the original Xbox, PS2 and GameCube were counted as the sixth generation. The Xbox 360, PS3 and Wii are the seventh generation. During this past fall, we witnessed the release of the Wii U, ushering in the eigth generation. Nintendo is expected to be joined by its Microsoft and Sony counterparts sometime later this year. I have lived to see ve of these generations play out, each one having an equally interesting outcome. In my time I have also witnessed the ascension, decline and revival of the PlayStation brand. Microsoft had come out of nowhere with the original Xbox, which sparked mild interest, only to end up taking the world by storm with its successor, the Xbox 360. Nintendo, the oldest of the three, has continued to persevere, creating classic icons (Mario, Donkey Kong, etc.) that have transcended brand and medium, being the rst company to truly bring “video
games” to the masses. I have seen things change, both for the better and for the worst. This fall is certainly going to be one for the record books. In the sixth generation, Sony stood alone, releasing the PS2 a full year before its competitors. In the following generation, also hoping to capitalize on a year head start, Microsoft launched the Xbox 360 in November of 2005 before both Nintendo and Sony. For the rst time, however, Microsoft and Sony are going to go head-tohead, battling for customer’s attention this holiday season. As someone who was still too young to have any potential purchasing sway in 2005 or 2006, this holiday season holds my attention more than any in the past. The last eight years have been rather diverse. I began expecting that I would only purchase one of the consoles and in the end purchased all three. In retrospect, the playing eld has completely changed over the course of the current generation. This generation has seen a greater importance placed on multimedia features. Services such as Netix and Hulu are now dominant and
necessary characteristics for consoles. The availability and importance of console exclusive experiences have differed over the years as well. Some publishers remain intent on creating and supporting titles that are entirely exclusive to one platform while others focus on exclusive content. In order to protect rsthand sales against the increase of the “used game” market, some publishers have backed the notion of online passes. These passes would restrict content to individuals who didn’t buy the game new, and offer the ability to purchase the content separate, typically directly from the publisher. Downloadable content has also exploded onto the scene, becoming an extremely polarizing concept in its own right. The practices of the industry have certainly changed. But does that mean the medium has changed as well? The last several years have seen a change in genre for certain installments in long standing series. Experiences have been streamlined to widen the audience and bring in new fans. The existence of some genres has even been dictated by the genres’ market worth, prompting some
publishers not even to bother with titles that might not reach their ridiculous expectations. Overall, I feel that the sixth generation was a better time for video games, though that isn’t necessarily a comment one way or the other on today’s gaming atmosphere. Collectively I feel that during the last generation, videogames were more inherently “videogames.” The formulas were exact and the methods were in place. What this medium has lacked in regard to giving its audience great video games, it has made up for by giving them great experiences. This generation, more so than any other, has chosen to defy long standing ideological structures and rules that typically dictated the crafting and design of such titles. Never before could noncombat sequences have ourished and been celebrated. Decisions based on the fate of characters nally have more gravitas than deciding which weapon would be best in order to get through a particularly difcult section. Smaller, two-three hour experiences have more emotional impact and resonance than most 40 hour epics. These smaller games have also gone on to be nominated and recognized for such accomplishments and characteristics that go beyond their respected industry and medium. This generation is no better or worse than the one that came before it. It’s simply different. Setting nostalgia aside, no generation has ever really trumped the other. They simply try to build upon what was there before, all the while experimenting and trying to improve. Going forth, I can only imagine what new kinds of experiences the eigth generation brings. Regardless, I couldn’t be more excited to nd out.
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“Anna Karenina” displays unique perspective on a classic work
By HANNAH KRIEGER Copy Editor
“Anna Karenina,” the latest from director Joe Wright, is an interpretive movie of Leo Tolstoy’s classic book. The movie tells the story of Anna (Keira Knightley) who is married to a man, Karenin (Jude Law), whom she no longer loves. Anna soon meets Count Vronsky (Aaron Johnson), who allows her to see just how passionate and thrilling love can be. Anna is soon faced with a difcult decision; she can either stay with her family and forget Vronsky, or she can ruin her reputation by ofcially becoming Vronsky’s mistress. The movie itself was very artistically done. Instead of moving from location to location, the director decided they should just build one huge the-
ater and change the scene every day. So, every time a scene would change in the movie, it would look like a set change in a theater. Then the movie would focus on the people rather than the location to make it seem more like a Hollywood lm rather than a theater production. Overall, this was a very creative idea, but I found it distracting because every time I was entranced with a scene, the movie would pull me out by obviously switching sets. In the bonus section of the DVD, it was explained that the director wanted a theater because the characters are usually pretending to be something they weren’t. It was a clever idea, and after watching the movie a second time I was able to better appreciate this artistic vision. Clearly, “Anna Karenina” is a fairly
large novel. As such, one cannot expect the screenwriter to include everything. However, I felt that he did a great job including all the key points to the novel and even the most miniscule of details. However, this attention to detail did subtract from the story as a whole, making the relationships between characters seem underdeveloped. That being said, the movie does possess a very charming quality. The sets were beautiful, the dresses were exquisite and the acting was magnicent. I thought the dance scenes were gorgeously choreographed and the overall story was portrayed rather well. This may also be Keira Knightley’s best role yet. It is very possible that the movie embodies an artistic vision that is ahead of its time; however, I’m not sure how the public is going to accept the movie.
Personally, I appreciated the attempt that was made. I just wish they wouldn’t have made it so obvious that they were switching sets. Overall, if you’re a Keira Knightly fan or loved the book, you will denitely enjoy renting or even buying the movie. The bonus features helped me understand the vision the director was aiming for and that gave me a new perspective on the accomplishment of the lm. I would recommend watching the movie once to get accustomed to the unique way it was made, then check out the bonus features (so they don’t spoil any plot points), as they will change your perspective on the movie. Then watch the lm a second time to really enjoy it.
the Los Angeles Dodgers. Bosemen is as strong as Robinson: a condent, quiet and moral man. Harrison also excels as Rickey, whose dream of a purer baseball becomes a reality throughout the course of the lm. The movie focuses a lot on one-on-one scenes and sometimes struggles. The second half of the lm is a little stronger as it emphasizes Jackie as a Dodger and his slow acceptance by the other players as a member of the team (though Jackie’s teammates are a little unrealized). The most powerful scene in the lm occurs in a game against the Philadelphia Phillies, when Robinson has been pushed to his limits by racist taunts. It’s the scene in which he nally breaks down and is uplifted by those around him. It’s one of the few scenes in the lm
that is historically inaccurate but it does its job in demonstrating Robinson’s resilience along with his humanity. “42” isn’t a perfect lm; it has its boring moments and it’s a bit by the book at times. Where it succeeds is in its emphasis on the cultural change that Jackie Robinson and the Dodgers organization brought about in baseball and the way in which he was able Source: itsdilovely.com to inspire a generation, no Chadwick Bosemen (pictured) stars as arguably matter the color of their sport’s most inspirational figure, Jackie Robinson, in Brian Helgeland’s newest film, “42.” skin.
What makes an athelete a star?
By CAMERON NIXON Staff Writer What makes an athlete a star? A hero even? When he or she wins a lot of games or has the best stats? When he or she donates some money to charity? The newest lm, “42,” by director Brian Helgeland makes a case for Jackie Robinson as baseball’s greatest hero. Not for his skill or ability to win, though he had that too, but for his guts and what his playing represented. The lm’s message in some ways overshadows the movie itself on a technical level. Some of the acting is a bit over dramatic, but it’s never stilted. The lm’s two leading stars are Chadwick Bosemen as Jackie Robinson and Harrison Ford as Branch Rickey, the owner of
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There exists a sad sense of irony within these words. As we reach the end I can’t help but feel like only now have I found what I always sought. Permit me, if you will, a moment of honest confession. I am what most would consider a “Townie,”someone who was born and raised in Georgetown. I attended Georgetown College, but I did not live here, choosing instead a very short commute from a very old house. My class schedule always went over the basic requirement of full time, so I found myself on campus frequently, often “working” on the usual computer, at the usual spot in the Fireside Room. I like to think of myself as friendly and outgoing yet regrettably distant. In my eight previous semesters at Georgetown College I had only attended eight CEPs, now called Nexus events. As one would expect, it would be quite the struggle to obtain the other 40, yet through perseverance and dedication it was possible. An obstacle was overcome, and now one less hurtle has been jumped. I’m grateful for reaching the desired number but I’m also grateful for the events themselves, bringing into play things I have never known and people I had never met. Through my procrastination traditions were discovered and people were met; acquaintances became friends,
friends became good friends. Regret is still present, specically because it’s the end. Sitting in my usual spot to type these thoughts I can’t help but be somewhat amused, when I rst sat down in this chair I was 18, when I nally get up to leave I’ll be 23. Time is a constant; change is, too. I’ve seen buildings constructed, staff depart and policies change, all within the span of nine semesters. Regardless of how hard we ght against time, sooner or later things have to progress on. When I think of the things I will miss, I will think often of the LRC, not the building itself but instead the staff who have put up with me for four plus years. The bricks stay, yet the people will leave. I’ll think about the modest Lab theatre and the white building that once stood by Anderson. I’ll remember the student center and all the times conversations were interrupted by staff alerting customers that their food was ready via the intercom. Finally, I will think about you, my friends and peers. All you may not know me, but I guarantee most of you have seen me, sitting the library, in the exact same spot. I wish we had more time together; I wish I had done things differently and perhaps spent my time here a little better. For all the talk about graduation and wanting to nally get to the “Real World” I have to confess, I kind of don’t want to go; I don’t want to leave. Your agenda and life are your own,
yet please allow me this last little suggestion. For those who leave, look back on what you have done here with pride. College isn’t easy, nor should it be. Academics aside, it’s a test of character, something I think we all have successfully passed. The barriers are nally down; get what you want out of life, regardless of what it is or where it takes you. For those who are staying, enjoy your time here. The toughest lesson I have learned here is that no one day is like any other, nor can anything be replicated or produced, no matter how we try to recreate the formula. It certainly is a cliché but it’s a true cliché. Enjoy the time that is given to you. These moments will never come again. My “rant” is at an end, my article at a close. As I get up to leave “My Spot” I offer a simple “Thank you” and “Goodbye.” I might not have always had the most interesting things to say, but I greatly appreciate the ear you have offered. It’s time to go but don’t worry, as T.S. Eliot reminds us: “What we call the beginning is often the end. And to make an end is to make a beginning. The end is where we start from.”
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Senior offers Top 10 tips for surviving Georgetown College By EVAN HARRELL Features Editor Let me say at the outset that I wish I had read something like this when I was a freshman. My rst semester here at Georgetown was rough to say the least. I didn’t know anybody and I was too scared to try to actually meet new people. So here is a list of things I wish I had done sooner: 10 tips on surviving Georgetown. 10. Do something and do it well. This isn’t your typical, shallow “get involved” recommendation. Find that one thing you’re passionate about and pour your heart into it. Not only will you develop new skills and appreciations, but you will learn so much more about yourself in the process. Go Greek if that’s your thing. Get involved in the Student Abolitionist Movement or Common Ground. Only don’t join Mathletes; it’s social suicide. 9. Skip class. I’m serious; do it. Just make sure you do something productive with your time. If that means working on something for another class, then do it. If it means getting off campus so you don’t go crazy, then do that. Don’t feel bad for skipping class to do something that needs to be done, especially if it means your health (refer to tip 3). 8. Watch a movie at least once a week—preferably one that makes you laugh, cry or
think. Because who doesn’t like or two is so benecial. They a good movie every now and will advise you, they will laugh then? with you and they will cry 7. Embarrass yourself in with you. They’ll go up to bat front of a large group of people, like dancing the Wop in the Caf at Midnight Brunch (not that I have personal experience with that one). This is just really fun and everyone should do it at least once, whether it’s being hypnotized or dressing up like a freak for Songfest. I guess if there were some sort of moral here, it would be to www.energyvanguard.com learn to make fun College is hard. Make the most of it! of yourself, or something like that. And yes, I was stone cold for you should the need arise. sober when I did that. Professors really do care about 6. Talk to strangers. Okay, you and your success. Let them not actual strangers but people know you appreciate it. you see on a daily basis that 4. Spend time with people you never really meet. Ask who really care about you and your janitor about her day. stop trying to please people Compliment that kid in your who don’t matter. Haters are Gen Ed class on his shirt. It will going to hate. You will always mean a lot to that other person, have people who choose to tear but it will also make a differ- you down rather than lift you ence for you too. up. Brush them off. Like the 5. Buy a professor a gift. famous line in “Moulin Rouge” Drop by a professor’s ofce just reminds us: “The greatest thing to say hello. Developing a close you will ever learn is to love relationship with a professor and be loved in return.” Also:
“Chicken nuggets is like my family.” 3. Tie up loose ends. The Bible says, “Do not let the sun go down on your anger.” Arguments will happen; disagreements are part of life. But choose to be the force of positivity and construction rather than negativity and destruction. It hurts someone else— another human being—and it is very unhealthy for you. 2. Take care of yourself. Physically, yes, but also mentally and emotionally. You simply cannot be the best version of yourself unless you feel well. Get help if you need it, and trust me: you probably need it. Take advantage of the
Wellness Center. Never again will you have such quick and easy access to physical and mental health services. 1. Finally, take risks. Take risks and don’t be afraid. Live without regrets. Know that the past is behind you and cannot be changed, but the future still awaits and you have more than enough faculty, resources, family members and friends to help you out when you need it. One last thing: never, ever park a motorcycle on campus. People will hate you.
Dear George: Advice for Tigers How can I successfully survive finals week? Once again the mind numbing time of finals is upon us. So before we start studying into the wee hours of the morning and spending large amounts of time wishing we had photographic memories, here are some tips that I hope will make your finals week a success. If you can, allow yourself at least two days or more to study for each final. It is easier to retain information over a period of several days, rather than just cramming it in during a few hours. Plan ahead! Create a manageable schedule that will keep you on track for when you should be studying. However, make sure you include time for breaks so you don’t become discouraged. What should you do during those breaks? I highly recommend the events that campus holds like Stress Less with Pets (I guarantee this one always works), Midnight Brunch and the awesome activities that GAC puts on that include games, food and fellowship. If you work hard during the day preparing for finals, that leaves the evening to review your notes, watch a movie or hang out with friends to unwind. My last piece of advice is to make sure you get a good night’s sleep before you take your finals. Honestly, it is better to have sleep rather than to stay up later and study as you will be more prone to make silly mistakes on your final and you won’t be able to reason through your answers as well. Best of luck to all of you and just remember that summer is right around the corner! All questions answered by Hannah Krieger.
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For this last Back Page issue, this writer asked a few graduating seniors to share their parting words with The Georgetonian. Due to the upcoming changes Georgetown is certain to experience in upcoming years, students were asked to explain what they hope to see change, improve and remain the same at GC. “I hope the college maintains its sense of community and that it grows stronger over the next year. With so much change and new- ness on campus, I hope that individuals step up to help out and lead but also maintain the community that brought students like me to Georgetown in the rst place.” -Justin Sizemore “I hope to see improvement in school pride at GC. We have great academics, athletics and extracurricular activities! We have so many things to be proud of now and will have many more things to come in the future.” -Lauren Kohake “I hope that the tuition rate decreases. I’m also excited to see how the new president implements various new policies. I would also like our faculty members to still be held in high regard and for the emphasis on teaching to remain the same.” -Melissa McLevain “In the next few years I hope that Georgetown embraces dorm upgrades and continual upgrades of the Caf food selections.” -Cam Nixon “I have no doubt that Georgetown will continue to thrive long after I’m gone. My hope for Georgetown has nothing to do with renovating dorms or building new halls. My hope for Georgetown is that it continues to foster the same kind of relationships I have had with my friends and professors for
Seniors express their hopes for GC future students. That’s what will keep me coming back to visit.” -Evan Harrell “I hope that the college remains faithful to its identity as a liberal arts institution, dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge not only as a means to an end but as an end itself. As part of that, I hope that the college resists the temptation to commodify education. In the midst of an academic crisis, that temptation is understandably strong, but I hope our leaders are able to fulll the college’s financial n e e d s without sacrificing the school’s identity. We are a small, liberal arts college. We are not a business or a money making scheme. I pray we all keep that in mind so that the school retains those qualities that made me fall in love with it four years ago.” -Rachael Castillo “We need: better wi-; healthier options in the Grille; the Mulberry should play the college radio station so more people will listen to it; ecofriendly housing; solar panels on top of the at roof dorms; rock walls in the rec.; more activities on Gidding’s lawn; more hammocks.” -Elizabeth Metcalfe with the additional ideas of Carolyn Allen, Phillip Davis, Jonathan Kays, Natalie Hymer and Jasmine Strunk. “I think it’s weird to think about all the changes that have happened on campus during my mere four years at
this place. I’m excited to see the future. We are about to experience a major shift with a new president, and I hope that a new face along with the incoming freshman class are really able to unite campus. I think it’s easy to underestimate all Georgetown is, and sure, it’s got its quirks, but this place challenges and changes students for the better, and the faculty prepare the students so well for the world outside of the Georgetown bubble. We come in as awkward, scared and impressionable freshmen and leave as strong, condent and determined leaders. It’s funny how a campus of just over 1,000 people can shape you to impact millions of others.” - M o l l y Shoulta “My hope— and maybe this is a long shot— is that more students at GC will engage with what they learn in the classroom and take it with them to positively impact the world. I hope more students take the opportunity to study abroad, build meaningful relationships with professors and confront the challenges that come with friendship. I hope that challenge would not deter but instead spur on creativity. All my hopes for change come because I want to see the community, the family that is Georgetown, remain the same welcoming and loving place for all unique individuals who enter what I have had the honor of experiencing.” -Katie Sanders “I personally want to see GC respark the re within the faculty, staff
and students.” -Marcus Pernell “Georgetown College employs some of the greatest faculty and staff. I have been challenged in and out of the classroom because of them. Regardless of any changes Georgetown may experience in the upcoming years, my hope is that Georgetown College continues to employ professors and staff that are at the top of their individual disciplines. It is my hope that future students will never take their expertise for granted.” -Ann-Marie Miracle “I hope that students take more pride in our school. Often students spend time complaining about Georgetown. However, even if there are problems we need to be proactive in the attempt to better our institution.” -Ethan Smith “What separates Georgetown College from other higher education institutions is how quickly one can feel at home here. I fell for Georgetown during my rst visit and it has been my home away from home ever since. It is my hope that this place continues to serve as a home for future generations of Georgetown students.” -LeRon Collier Georgetown is truly an incredible place; interviewing fellow seniors granted this writer the opportunity to recognize the two primary values that most GC students take pride in: Georgetown’s community and our incredible faculty and staff. It is this writer’s sincere belief that the best years of Georgetown College are still to come. And if you don’t know, now you know, Tigas.
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