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Fuller Dome could make comeback as museum Preservation board looks forward with grant money, new members ELI MILEUR Daily Egyptian A local organization’s dream of recovering the geodesic dome — home of R. Buckminster Fuller and his reputation in the community — is taking shape this year. “Once it’s open ‌ it’s going to open the floodgates,â€? said Brent Ritzel, president of the Fuller Dome organization. The group has seen major developments in 2011, including a $125,000 matching-fund grant from the National Park Service and several appointments to the board of directors. The group’s goal is to renovate Fuller’s former home on Forest Street and open it as a museum.
Renovation on the house will begin in April and be finished by the end of the year, Ritzel said. He said the organization currently has about $30,000 to match the grant. Total renovation costs for the dome will amount to about $300,000, said Jane Donoghue, program director for the organization. The dome is currently covered by a tarp to prevent further leaking from its roof; several ceiling panels are missing inside, water damage and mold have set, the original cork floor has been torn and fans run non-stop to keep things dry. In short, the home of the future has seen better days. Please see DOME | 2
VISITING AUTHORS SHARE WORK WITH STUDENTS Brian Barker, left, a visiting
poet from Denver, signs a copy of his book Thursday for Andrea DeNeal, a junior studying English from Harrisburg, during the Devil’s Kitchen Literary Festival in Morris Library. The
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Festival, which ends today, offers a variety of events including readings, book signings and panel discussions. Barker speaks highly of the festival. “This is the most professional and wellorganized literary festival I have been a part of,� he said.
Abuse victims experience trauma for years to come Student group promotes domestic violence awareness KARL BULLOCK Daily Egyptian Rashaud Media said he was 3 years old when he first witnessed abuse against a woman. Media, a junior from Aurora studying criminal justice, said he was at a his cousin’s birthday party and saw his uncle abusing his aunt. At the age of seven, Media witnessed his aunt get slapped by her husband. Both situations caused him to look at women differently. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Media, president of Progressive Masculinities Mentors, said his experiences have influenced members of the organization to raise awareness on the issue. The group has had multiple forums during the month, and also throughout the year, on the types of abuse women are victims to such as sexual, physical and verbal abuse. Women at the university and nationwide who are victims of domestic violence and abuse can face serious trauma if they do not receive help in time. The effects of abuse toward a woman include her psychological, mental, emotional and physical state, said Anna Margrum, case manager of the Domestic Violence Program at
the Women’s Center. The Women’s Center defines domestic violence as any negative behavior causing fear, and intimidation used to gain power and control over a person with whom someone is on intimate terms. Forms of abuse are verbally attacking the victim in public or private, acting possessive, forcing the victim to have sex, insulting the victim or keeping the victim from working or becoming financially dependent. “Women that suffer abuse tend to lose self-esteem and they tend to see themselves the way their abusers see them sometimes,� Margrum said. “Because they are so belittled and talked to in such horrible manners, mentally it can really take a toll because their worth gets damaged.� Margrum said the physical damage can range from little to severe depending on the situation. There are instances where women have to be hospitalized for broken bones, broken jaws and bruises which she said is dangerous because it can ultimately lead to the death of the victim or the abuser. “Sometimes women tolerate abuse to the point where they feel, next time, their life is at stake and they kill him (the abuser),� she said. Media said he credits his mother for enforcing the importance of respecting women. He said a child who witnesses a male figure being overly aggressive gives the impression that it is okay for the abuse to happen. “If no one is there to tell them it’s wrong, they may grow up and begin to do it in their relationship as well,�
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24 Domestic violence calls 16 Resulted in arrests (67%) 9 Were in family housing area 15 On student housing areas 14 Were non SIU students (58%)
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23 Domestic violence calls 15 Resulted in arrests 13 Were in family housing areas 10 Were in student housing areas 10 Cases involved non SIU students SOURCE: Department of Public Safety he said. “It starts a generational cycle.� Natasha Smith, an undecided freshman from Chicago Heights, has experienced domestic violence since she was 8 years old. Smith said she was mentally and physically abused by her mother, raped by her mother’s boyfriend, screamed at and called different names. “Basically it broke me down but at the same time it made me stronger because I actually stood up to it at certain times," she said. Smith said her experiences have made her realize she does not want to be abusive or negative towards anyone at any point in her life. “If I were to put someone down everyday, it would remind me of
how I felt in that situation,� she said. Although it can be tough to watch a friend or loved one endure abuse, Margrum said the important thing to do is listen to them and avoid trying to give out advice. “A lot of times what that will do is alienate the friend to the point where your communication is cut off,� she said. “You want to keep communication open and if possible, suggest giving them information regarding help services.� Smith said while it might sound cliche, the best thing to do is get help as soon as possible. “The first sign it may not be a big deal, but you still need to get help because those steps can get worse
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and they do get worse,� she said. “You must care about yourself enough to do that.� Smith said raising awareness about domestic violence is important because it creates avenues for victims to receive help and hear stories that can encourage them to get help as well. “I think it’s important to raise awareness because after I told my story, I actually felt better and felt there was someone there for me,� she said.� I feel me telling my story will help someone in the future."
Karl Bullock can be reached at kbullock@dailyegyptian.com or 536-3311 ext. 259