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Weekend hockey brings win, loss By SHAWN PAIK Multimedia Editor
The NYU club hockey team split their two weekend games to push their record to 7-1. The Violets beat the University of Connecticut 3-1 on Friday and lost to Montclair University 5-3 on Saturday. The loss broke the team’s seven-game undefeated streak. The team showed strength in both games, scoring all six of their goals during the third period. In the Montclair game, the Red Hawks scored five goals in the first 16 minutes of the game, but NYU rebounded with three scores during the final 20 minutes. Head coach Chris Cosentino said he was particularly impressed with the team overcoming adversity on Saturday, despite the loss. “The past couple of weekends, we’ve had slow starts, but we always finish strong,” Cosentino said. “We’ve got a resilient group.” The team had a lot to battle
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Mayor Bill de Blasio continues his public presence on Ebola in another press conference at Bellevue Hospital on Oct. 26. De Blasio advocated for the loosening of the quarantine on returning medical professionals.
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Class with Michael Stipe blends media, art By NINA JANG Staff Writer
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Demonstrators gathered in Union Square Park on Oct. 23 to call attention to the 43 students still missing after being abducted in Iguala, Mexico. The group of approximately 50 activists handed out flyers urging New Yorkers to mail them to the Mexican Minister of Tourism to tell her that they will not go to Mexico for vacation because of the government’s lax response to last month’s kidnappings. On Sept. 26, 57 students were abducted from the Escuela Normal Rural de Ayotzinapa by an unknown group, which the protesters said were corrupt members of Mexican law enforcement linked to the Guerreros Unidos drug cartel. Elvira Liceaga, an NYU Center for
An eclectic merger of discussion, experimentation, art and technology, the ambitious “New Sights, New Noise” class-created exhibition opens a dialogue between NYU students, faculty and members of the art community. Overseen by lead singer of R.E.M. Michael Stipe and director of the 80WSE Gallery Jonathan Berger, the exhibit, which will be open until Nov. 8, uses 15 different projections throughout the gallery as an ever-shifting collage to represent the class’ weekly themes. Although the class has a strict schedule of meeting Tuesdays to discuss its previous show, the upcoming theme and the plans for the next exhibition,
the curriculum has been anything but traditional. “We went into this project with a crazy proposition where Michael and I would teach a class and not predetermine anything in the show, but get together in a room with 18 students to have conversations, generate images and curate the shows,” Berger said. “In one way it’s very clear, but at the same time it’s leaving everything up in the air. But it’s been nothing but great.” The class is frequently visited by guest artists who propose the theme of the week. From there, the students draw images utilizing social media platforms, most commonly Tumblr. Within groups of five, the students meet outside of class three to four times a week to discuss the curative direction of
the gallery. “There’s not a slacker in the class,” Stipe said. “Everyone’s really stepped up in a way that I did not expect. I didn’t know what I had to offer them, to be honest, or how they would perceive what I had to offer. I feel like it’s genuine dialogue.” Steinhardt junior Autumn Hamra said because the students are responsible for curating the gallery to complement the weekly theme of the show, they must work together to establish a sense of coherence within the collage of images. “Most of the time we generate images from social media, and we use [those] as ideas so that we can sit down and discuss the show because our main point is to create a cohesive show,” Hamra said.
Drawing from his 31-year experience as the lead vocalist for the ’80s band R.E.M., Stipe gathered knowledge about visual representation including record covers, music videos and the presentation of the band in global media. After being asked by Berger for collaboration on the project, Stipe decided to undertake the challenge. “I love the experience of getting to spend time with people of a generation that has a very different perspective on technology and on art than I do,” Stipe said. “My experiences are from a very different place, so being able to find common ground … is really pushing everyone to communicate a little bit better. And that is what this class is about. Communicating and
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By CHRISTINE PARK Staff Writer The NYU Department of Public Safety received six incidents of larceny and two incidents of harassment between Oct. 17 and 21.
Larceny A student reported at 8:20 p.m. on Oct. 17 that she was missing credit cards from her purse. The student had left the purse unattended on the fourth floor of Goddard residence hall from 3:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. The student declined police notification. At 7:07 a.m. on Oct. 17, a student reported that his watch was missing from the locker where he kept his personal belongings from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. The police were not notified. At 6:15 p.m. on Oct. 20, a
student reported that her cellphone went missing between 5:22 p.m. and 6:10 p.m. She had placed her phone on the counter of a patient chair at the NYU Dental Center. The police were not notified of the theft. At 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 20, an alumnus reported his headphones were stolen from a stairwell at the Kimmel Center for University Life. He had left the headphones unattended from 5:15 p.m. to 5:20 p.m. At 1:10 p.m. on Oct. 21, a student reported his sweatshirt had been stolen from Founders residence hall lounge, where he had left it unattended from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. The case is still under investigation. At 8:18 p.m. on Oct. 21, a student reported her sketchbook was missing on the second floor balcony of the Barney Building.
She stated that she left it unattended from 7:30 p.m. until 8:10 p.m. The investigation remains open.
Harassment At 9:16 p.m. on Oct. 17, a student reported that he was being harassed by his roommate at Founders residence hall. No further details were included in the incident summary by Public Safety. The case is now closed, and the police were not notified. At 1:38 p.m. on Oct. 17, a student in Founders residence hall reported that she had been receiving harassing text messages from an unidentified individual. The police were not notified of the incident and this case remains under investigation. Email Christine Park at news@nyunews.com.
NYU Reacts: Ebola in New York City By ALANNA BAYARIN Staff Writer
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About 50 people gathered in Union Square on Oct. 26, protesting the lack of action on behalf of 43 missing Mexican students.
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Latin American Studies masters student and member of the protest, said the activists were calling on the media and world leaders to put more pressure on the Mexican federal government to find the still-missing students. “We want to find them and know if they are alive or dead and call the attention of world media in order to press the Mexican president to quit and to take mob from the government,” Liceaga said. Ricardo Lezema, another protester and a student at University of California, Davis, said the issue is important to students around the world and is the latest example of state-level corruption in Mexico. “The reason people are here in New York and Los Angeles and Europe and Canada are because they are interested in making international pressure,” Lezama said. “The first narrative is that the students were handed to narco traffickers by police, and even if that’s true, the first point of contact was police — state-sponsored crime is main motivation.”
Angelica Lara, a senior at John Jay College, spoke at the protest and said those who gathered hoped it would raise awareness about the situation in Mexico. She said she hoped the protest would motivate other students to take action. “This is for all students to remember there are Latin American students [in their college],” Lara said to the crowd. “Do not underestimate what [Latin American students] can do, let the social clubs know why is going on.” Lara said while the disappearance of the students has sparked protests, it is important to realize this is not an isolated incident and the events have been misrepresented by the Mexican media. “The message from this protest is the fact that while the catalyst is 43 students, this has been happening forever as the biggest political strategy of the government to kill students and women,” Lara said. “All mass media is controlled by government. Internet is the only way to get information.” Email John Ambrosio and Hannah Luu at news@nyunews.com.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced that only returning health care workers who worked with Ebola patients in West Africa and show symptoms of the disease will be quarantined for 21 days. This decision came on Oct. 26 after he was criticized for the original quarantine that would affect all health care workers who worked with Ebola patients. Workers who do not show symptoms are now permitted to return to their homes, but will be monitored for 21 days. The original policy created controversy, especially in the health care community. Some questioned whether or not the rights of the health workers who traveled to West Africa to help with the Ebola outbreak were violated. The White House called on states to revise their quarantine policies, and Mayor Bill de Blasio held a press conference in which he criticized the treatment of medical staff who have treated Ebola patients on Oct. 26. Members of the NYU community shared their views on the presence of Ebola and the mandatory quarantine in New York City.
“New York is facing a huge challenge with a virus like Ebola in the heart of such a populated city ... What is to say the doctors were able to handle the situation without allowing any means for the virus to spread?” — Olamide Olawuni, CAS freshman
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Mayor Bill de Blasio speaks at a Bellevue press conference on Oct. 26.
“I think New York is handling it a million times better than Texas because they’re actually doing quarantines and they aren’t releasing Ebola patients after a few days. There needs to be stricter policies implemented with regards to contact in treatment to prevent spread.” — Nicole Leal, CAS junior
“An outbreak to more than the already hospitalized man is unlikely. I think the media coverage is typical. Media in the 21st century has always been about sensationalizing the news instead of reporting and offering insightful analysis on it. We will all be just fine.” — Jeremy Harris, Tisch sophomore
“The fact that they were able to map out everywhere [Spencer] went is perfect ... I think we’re more prepared here than other places.” — Frances Nieves, Steinhardt sophomore “I think the scare is exaggerated because it is not airborne, and it is not prevalent.” — Minhee Lee, Steinhardt freshman “I feel like New York has a lot of resources for anything that comes its way. I think there could be more media coverage, I think we could be updated more about what’s going on.” — Jack Flatley, Steinhardt sophomore Email Alanna Bayarin at news@nyunews.com.
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Improv expert discusses new book By BAILEY WOLFF Contributing Writer
Ruth Zaporah, a pioneer in improvisational theater, presented her book “Improvisation on the Edge: Notes from On and Off the Stage” on Oct. 21 at the NYU Bookstore. Zaporah discussed her life as a performer and teacher. “I make maps for my students to follow, each step a new opportunity to engage the possibilities around them,” Zaporah said. Her methods, which are focused on bringing awareness to the body, have contributed to improvisational teaching techniques for the last 40 years. Rosemary Quinn, director of the Tisch Experimental Theatre Wing, praised Zaporah for her groundbreaking methods. “She’s a master at looking at improv and what happens in the unfamiliar,” Quinn said. “It’s the process of making a choice that you had no idea was coming. What’s happening now and how will I respond to the contra-
dictions of each moment?” Zaporah agreed that life is really one big improvisation. She said improvisers are frontier-people who make personal experience available for the entire community. “Let go of fear and follow your body,” Zaporah said. Though more focused on comedic than dramatic expression, NYU improv groups can utilize her advice for their sketch groups whose members are also dedicated to the art. Tisch senior Peter Kelly said working with his comedy group the Hammerkatz at NYU has taught him to trust other people creatively. He siad improv relies on a good performer listening and reacting honestly to his partners. “It’s about relaxing and trusting the people around you,” Kelly said. Tisch junior Patrick Sweeney also participates in an improv team at NYU. “Improv is about discovery and knowing that whatever you plan will never be as good as what you find,” Sweeney said. Tisch junior Jason Boxer, another
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Ruth Zaporah, author of “Improvisation on the Edge: Notes from On and Off the Stage,” has influenced improv techniques for decades. improv troupe member, said improv is about trusting your impulses. “It’s when actors access spontaneity without self-judgment and are free to express themselves,” Boxer said.
“Everyone should be able to join and append to that expression,” Boxer said. Email Bailey Wolff at features@nyunews.com.
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The “New Sights, New Noise” gallery changes mutliple times, featuring various works on varying themes.
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having a conversation, particularly using technology and the Internet.” Steinhardt junior Paula Rondon said heavy use of the Internet in collecting images and the use of projectors to display the chosen images at the exhibit have been unique experiences. “It’s been a cool process because we use projections that are pulled from so many sources and work with the guest artists that create the prompt, which is itself a process that’s not really being done in the art world right now,” Rondon said. Steinhardt junior Devin McNulty said the creative freedom of the exhibit and classroom relies heavily on group communication. “I feel very appreciative of work-
Both Sweeney and Boxer refer to improv as a game, the rules of which are defined by saying yes to new possibilities and not judging the impulses that arise during creation.
ing in a group environment because I’ve never really worked with people in studio art this closely [where] you’re able to collaborate,” McNulty said. “A lot of our [previous] projects have been individual so it’s been very nice to get to know my peers.” This desire to think creatively without constraint to curation norms is exactly what Stipe said he had envisioned as part of the project. “When I trust my instinct, everything flows,” Stipe said. “So that’s what I wanted to bring to the students. I’m bringing my experience to them and in return I’m getting a lot back.” Email Nina Jang at features@nyunews.com.
Carlos Chirinos, a visiting professor at the Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human Development, has been working to combat the Ebola epidemic with the aid of an unlikely ally: music. Chirinos, an instructor of music business, researches how music can influence health behaviors and promote social change. Recently, he has gained publicity for his work with artists in West Africa who are spreading awareness about the Ebola epidemic through their music. “One of the biggest problems in this Ebola outbreak is misinformation and popular fake cures being offered by churches and other so-called healers,” Chirinos said. “There have been cases in which medical teams have been attacked by entire villages fearing the doctors and nurses wearing spacesuits have come to kill them. The song sends a clear message: trust the doctor, do not believe in myths and fake cures.” The songs themselves have been produced with the support of UNICEF, the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare in Liberia and some international nongovernmental organizations, as well as through independent initiatives. They have mainly aired on local
radio stations, and through online platforms such as YouTube and SoundCloud. “Radio shows are part of everyday life as people listen while they drive, cook or doing other activities, and radio DJs are trusted voices in the communities,” Chirinos said. “Radio stations in Africa broadcast local indigenous languages, traditional music and presenters speak in plain non-scientific language.” CAS sophomore Will Goedel said how widespread and deadly an epidemic will be depends on what tactics are taken to prevent the disease and educate people on ways to avoid contracting it. “Education about the epidemic is vital to break these barriers down,” Goedel said. “Tailoring public health interventions and education modules to specific cultures has shown to be effective in reaching certain religious groups in the United States, so a message from a Liberian artist to Liberians could be a start.” Chirinos’ favorite track, titled “Ebola In Town,” is by Shadow, D-12 and Kuzzy of 2kings, all artists based in Liberia. He cited the lyric “Ebola is more than HIV/AIDS/It can kill you quick quick” as especially significant. “I think this line in particular is very important because it compares Ebola — which is a very recent and little-known disease — with AIDS,
which is known and embedded in people’s consciousness,” Chirinos said. He emphasized that musicians’ ability to present information in a catchy, easy to understand format is a huge advantage when spreading awareness about ways to prevent the spread of Ebola. “Most diseases can be stopped if people change their behaviors about sanitation, hygiene and protection,” Chirinos said. “Songs can contribute to this change in behaviors as the reputation of the artist is associated with the messages they relay and reinforces its meaning.” Chirinos is currently coproducing a song expected to release in the coming weeks, backed by a television, social media and press campaign. Promotion from the media in West Africa, Europe and America is expected. A video clip, to be disseminated online, is also being produced. “I believe artists should be more aware of their role in communicating messages of important value to society and how they can work with the scientific community and media industries in designing innovative messages that aim at improving our quality of life,” Chirinos said. Email Sam Del Rowe at features@nyunews.com.
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through both nights as special teams played a big role in the team’s momentum. Freshman Michael Conslato scored the goahead goal on Friday during a four-minute power play. “That was the turning point for us,” senior captain Dan Fortunato said after Friday’s game. “It’s a momentum game. You have to use the power play.” Sophomore defenseman Evan Ripley was NYU’s first goal scorer both nights, tying the game against UConn and putting the Violets on the board against Montclair on Saturday. In the latter, Ripley scored on a two-man advantage early in the third period. Cosentino said the defenseman is known for his great penalty killing and ability to consistently block shots, and he was impressed with his performance over the weekend. “He is great on the defensive end, and he scores big goals for us,” Cosentino said. “The kid is a complete player.” NYU was plagued with penalties
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The NYU hockey team celebrates after freshman forward Michael Conslato scores the winning goal against UConn on Oct. 24. in Saturday’s game, however. The team received a total of 18 penalty minutes, three in the first period and six in the second. It started the second period off with a man down and had to kill off two five-on-three power plays. “We have to learn how to pick our spots better,” Cosentino said.
“We can physically handle any other team, we just need to pay more attention on how to not take these penalties.” Despite the infractions, Cosentino said he was proud of the team. The team played hard-nosed hockey right to the end. Cosentino said he is focused on
looking ahead and taking positives from the weekend. “We didn’t win,” Cosentino said. “You want to win every game, but you have to take something from every game you go to, and I was proud of the way our guys didn’t give up.” The Violets have looked strong early in the season. Excluding
Saturday’s game, the team was undefeated with only eight goals against in seven games played. They will play against the University of New Haven at 8:30 p.m. on Oct. 31 at Chelsea Piers. Email Shawn Paik at spaik@nyunews.com.
Volleyball beats Baruch, loses to Richard Stockton By BOBBY WAGNER Staff Writer
The NYU women’s volleyball team split two matches over the weekend at a tri-match competition between Baruch College and host Richard Stockton College of New Jersey. They were beaten 3-1 in a grueling match to start the day by the Richard Stockton Ospreys that is now an impressive 25-4. After suffering their fifth straight loss, the Violets recovered to defeat Baruch in dominant fashion 3-0,
salvaging a day that could have been especially demoralizing after coming into the tri-match on a four-game skid. The 1-1 day takes their record to 18-13. Sophomore outside hitter Josie Luck and sophomore libero MaTia Hughes were the highlights of the first game. Luck put away 10 kills, reaching double digits for just the third time this season. Hughes handed out 31 assists and added 11 digs, 10 less than team-leading freshman Brooke Tannahill. Their efforts were not enough, though, as Richard Stockton ended up out-
lasting the Violets in the match. It would have been easy for the Violets to mail it in and drop their sixth straight game, but they came out strong and dismantled a struggling Baruch College squad that is now 10-15 on the season. After looking downright exhausted in their previous few losses, it was promising to see the team come out with a win in a game it was favored to win. It was Luck again who led the way, along with freshman outside hitter Shelby Ross, putting away nine kills. Luck also
added a modest 12 digs. Freshman setter Celine Dias chipped in 25 assists, and senior middle blocker Allie Williams led both teams with three service aces. NYU took all three sets by a combined 28 points in a blowout. As the Violets approach the last few matches of the season, they certainly have some positives to build on. In their last three games, they have lost only to teams with 20 or more wins, including Stevens Institute of Technology and Richard Stockton. The momentum they gain
in the New York Region Challenge next weekend could pay dividends for next year’s squad. They will have a full weekend, however. On Halloween night, they square off against Rowan University and Nazareth College at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., respectively. The following afternoon they will go head-to-head with Clarkson University at noon and Rochester Institute of Technology at 2 p.m. Email Bobby Wagner at sports@nyunews.com.
Violets swimming, diving teams find success at tournament By MIKE THOMPSON Contributing Writer
It was a successful weekend for both the men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams in Rochester, New York. Both teams beat all competition on Oct. 24 and 25. The men’s team won 294-62 against Brandeis University, 275.585.5 against the University of Rochester and 238-131 against Canisius College. The women’s team won 311-49 against Brandeis, 246.5-123.5 against Rochester and 255-113 against Canisius. The men’s side was led by senior co-captain Jerry Crowley. Crowley
won the 50-yard freestyle, 100yard freestyle and the 100-yard butterfly on Saturday. In addition, Crowley set a new record for the Rochester pool in the 100-yard freestyle with a time of 45.64. Not to be outdone, Crowley’s fellow co-captain senior Matt Kendall finished first in the 100- and 200yard breaststroke. “I thought we had a great outing,” Crowley said. “Coming off a few weeks of tough practices, we had a lot of kids pull through and put together some great swims this weekend. Can’t be more excited for what the rest of the season has in store for us.”
Diver Austen Blease also had a notable weekend. The senior won the one-meter competition on Friday, then placed third in the three-meter competition the next day. Blease is now officially qualified for the NCAA regional meet. The freshmen made a significant impact for the men over the weekend. Austin Palmer won two events, the 500-yard freestyle and 400-yard individual medley. Meanwhile, Adam Betts came away victorious in the 100-yard backstroke and Tim Kou won the 200-yard freestyle. The women were equally impressive, beating all three of their op-
ponents in Rochester. Standouts included sophomores Ashlie Pankonin and Nia Sorgente. The divers finished first and second in the one-meter competition, with times of 252.25 and 235.50, respectively. Swimmers from all years had successful outings in Rochester. Freshman Rachel Munger was victorious in the 100-yard breaststroke, finishing with a time of 1:08.12. Munger also won the 200-yard breaststroke, finishing with a time of 2:28.83. Sophomore co-captain Michelle Kierencew won the 400yard individual medley. Finally, senior co-captain Emily Doerner came out victorious in the 100- and
200-yard backstroke competitions. “The whole team did an amazing job regardless of the hard training we’ve been going through the past couple of weeks,” Kierencew said. “We managed to defeat a Division I team that beat us last year, so I’m excited to see what other milestones we can achieve for meets to come.” The men and women are in action again on Nov. 1 against Vassar College. The competition kicks off at 1 p.m. at NYU’s home pool in Palladium residence hall. Email Mike Thompson at sports@nyunews.com.
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UNIVERSITY FINANCES STAFF EDITORIAL
NYU’s tuition hikes unsustainable By ADAM FAZLIBEGU Deputy Opinion Editor
It is difficult to determine whether NYU is really worth over $60,000 a year. While it boasts an impressive undergraduate employment rate and average starting salary, it also costs significantly more than most other universities. Despite tuition hikes, NYU continually receives an increasing number of applications every year. It could be that NYU is actually worth a small fortune and that students will continue to attend regardless of cost, or it could be that NYU’s tuition is reaching its breaking point where prospective students will opt for more affordable alternatives. Even if the former is true, the latter will inevitably occur if the university continues to increase its tuition at such a high rate. NYU will ultimately need to halt its tuition hikes to stay competitive with other universities. In 2013, Business Insider ranked NYU the most expensive college in the United States based on tuition, required fees and room and board. NYU’s tuition and fees alone were about $45,000 compared to the national average of about $30,000 for private fouryear colleges. The Wasserman Center for Career Development found that
the mean annual salary upon graduation for the class of 2013 was $53,350, compared to the national average of $45,633. While NYU charges about 50 percent more than an average private college, salaries are only 16.9 percent higher than the average graduate. In a November 2013 statement to WSN, NYU spokesman John Beckman said “a 10-year tuition freeze ignores financial realities.” He said increases in areas like faculty salaries and health care costs, as well as investments in scholarships, technology and student services, make tuition freezes implausible. NYU admittedly offers more than just a job — students also experience life in New York City and learn from first-class faculty. However, this does not explain the high growth in NYU’s tuition rate. Since 2002, NYU averaged an annual 4.96 percent increase in its tuition while inflation averaged only 2.77 percent. The average annual growth rate in tuition for private
nonprofit four-year schools has been only 2.3 percent since 2013. Students may believe NYU is worth the extra cost now, but it is unlikely that this attitude will persist if tuition grows at its current rate. Even if financial aid increases at the same rate as tuition, as the university report says, students will be paying more every year because financial aid is only a fraction of tuition. If NYU continues to push the tuition gap between itself and other universities, students will stop applying and opt for more affordable opportunities — a situation that law schools currently face. Law school applications have dropped dramatically since job opportunities in the field are limited. Students are not willing to bury themselves in thousands of dollars of debt without a high payoff. As a result, some law schools have lowered their tuition rates. If NYU continues on its current path, it may eventually face the same situation. The current tuition hikes are unsustainable for students in the long run and must be curbed. It is not a question of whether NYU will lessen tuition hikes — it is a matter of when. Email Adam Fazlibegu at afazlibegu@nyunews.com.
CULTURE
Celebrity treatment of fans inexcusable By MIRANDA LICHTMAN Contributing Columnist
For NYU students, it is not uncommon to see Alec Baldwin walking his dog or Amanda Seyfried ordering coffee. Students are surrounded by celebrities every day, both inside and outside of the classroom. It is easy to become starstruck. The reactions when approaching these famous individuals can vary. Some celebrities will kindly take a picture, while others may look annoyed or ignore fans. Still, there is no shortage of celebrities treating their fans disrespectfully, from mocking fans to refusing to acknowledge them. Despite the distastefulness of such behavior, some dismiss celebrities’ obnoxious conduct as customary, as if rudeness comes with the territory of fame. Regardless of this perception, occurrences of celebrities being rude to their devoted fans is inexcusable. When celebrities enter the entertainment industry, they forfeit
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having a reasonable expectation of privacy. Once a music, television or movie contract is signed, the performer must accept that there is a strong possibility that he or she will not be able to saunter into a coffee shop unrecognized. Denying this truth is counterintuitive. Success in the entertainment industry is largely contingent on recognition — the more people who recognize one’s work, the more likely it is to be commercially successful. One notable musician who cannot avoid critique for his controversial interactions with fans is Kanye West, whose concert I attended last year. Several times during the show, he thanked his fans and said he would be nowhere without them. While I admire West as an artist, his thank-
fulness is double-edged. He is constantly seen strongly opposing anyone who shows him public attention and admiration. In October 2013, he said he and other celebrities are treated like “zoo animals.” While celebrities often are placed on pedestals, they cannot be fully exempted from obnoxious behavior. Maintaining one’s public image is — for better or worse — an implicit yet crucial part of working in the entertainment industry. Fans devotedly pay to see their favorite actors’ films or musicians’ concerts. Being respectful to fans is hardly a small price to pay for the role they play in supporting a celebrity’s career. Without question, celebrities should not have to entertain stalkers who intrusively follow them around. They do not have to take pictures with every single person that sees them, nor eat lunch with every fan who talks to them. What they do owe to their enthusiastic and devoted supporters is gratitude. Email Miranda Lichtman at opinion@nyunews.com.
Quarantine of aid workers reprehensible
After working with Ebola patients in Sierra Leone, nurse Kaci Hickox was quarantined in a New Jersey hospital on Oct. 24. Hickox was held in isolation for nearly seven hours at Newark Liberty International Airport, without much explanation or nourishment — she was only fed one granola bar while detained. Hickox further explained that the officer who took her temperature found that it was 101 degrees Fahrenheit with a forehead scanner. An oral test found her temperature to be a normal 98, and a physician acknowledged she did not have a fever. She tested negative for Ebola the next day at the hospital where she is still being held. Hickox’s mandatory quarantine was in accordance with a recent policy announced by New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie. The policy required all individuals entering the country through Newark Liberty and John F. Kennedy International Airport to be quarantined for 21 days if they had contact with an Ebola patient in Guinea, Liberia or Sierra Leone. The Obama administration pushed Cuomo and Christie to reconsider the quarantine. Cuomo adjusted the policy on Oct. 26 to permit asymptomatic health care workers to serve the quarantine in their homes. The details surrounding Hickox’s treatment reveal incompetence on those who instigated the quarantine. Disturbingly, before facts concerning her health status were even released, Christie said Hickox was “obviously ill” and “symptomatic.” In response to the controversy, Mayor Bill de Blasio said, “The problem here is, this hero, coming back from the front having done the right things was treated with disrespect.” As Hickox noted, her treatment raises questions of basic human rights. The methods of Hickox’s quarantine were unacceptable and, furthermore, isolating healthy individuals is a problematic choice. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention currently only recommends self-monitoring after contact with Ebola-infected individuals because people are not contagious until they show symptoms. By instituting the original policy, Cuomo and Christie allowed fear to influence their decision making rather than deferring to medical experts who better understand how to contain the virus. Even Cuomo’s Oct. 26 revision, which makes a relatively minor modification to the initial protocol, could still result in unjust treatment of quarantined individuals. In establishing this policy, Cuomo and Christie made an ill-informed choice that contradicts scientific advice. This policy — both the original and updated forms — harms health care workers who are directly combatting the spread of this disease and inciting unnecessary panic. It not only needlessly violates the autonomy of health care professionals, but also makes them appear dangerous to the public when they are not. Quarantine carries a stigma, and placing this stigma on an entire field of workers fighting to stop this outbreak in Africa will only discourage continued relief.
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