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VOLUME 88 • ISSUE 3
• OCTOBER 7, 2009 •
Record enrollment boosts student participation
CHINESE NEW YEAR APARTMENT BEAUTIFICATION
All-time high numbers strain amenities but spike attendance at campus events, organizations By Kim Puckett NEWS EDITOR An additional 250 students have brought UIndy’s total enrollment to 4,978, a record for the university. Although these large numbers strain campus amenities such as housing and food service, university officials say the increase brings positive changes in the campus community. “I think one of the effects that is really positive with the increased enrollment is the activity level of students,” said Mark Weigand, vice president for student affairs and enrollment management. “The number of students participating in the student activities that we’ve had has been a record as well.” Weigand said this year’s family weekend drew more parents and students than ever before. Kory Vitangeli, associate vice president for student affairs and dean of students, agreed that booming student numbers have increased activity participation. “On the student activities side, we have seen a record enrollment in our campus organizations,”she said.“When we used to only get 10 or 15 people at our student government or RHA [Residence Hall Association] meetings, now numbers have doubled or tripled in terms of students showing up.” Vitangeli said the ongoing campus Photo by Anne Toliver • The Reflector
expansion project also has contributed to campus enthusiasm. “People seemed really excited this year about wanting to be involved on campus—wanting to go to the football games, wanting to get painted up for the games. They seem really excited about being at UIndy,” she said. “We think some of that is attributed to people being excited about the new additions to the student center and a new residence hall being built, just a general feel that it’s becoming a more residential campus.” Most of the increased enrollment came from re t u r n i n g a n d transfer students. The freshman class numbers stayed the same as in 200809. Weigand said this disbursement VITANGELI was intentional, following the university’s strategic plan to keep the freshman class size from getting too big. “It [the enrollment increase] isn’t a bubble on the freshmen classes that we have sometimes seen in the past,” he said. “We actually denied more students than we have in any other year to control the class that came in as freshmen. So, our increased numbers are in areas that we
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Senior Resident Assistant Chrissy McLenithan and freshman Josh Rundquist help with landscaping at the campus apartments on Oct. 3. Residents raised funds to beautify the apartments with the help of Circle K.
PINK WEEK 2009
CAMPUS CURB APPEAL Students find university funding to help beautify campus homes By Stephanie Snay DISTRIBUTION MANAGER
went to Circle K, because we know that they are a service organization.” When some of the residents heard about this project, they jumped on board to help. Amongst all the recent campus con“For the residents, we were just really struction, the campus apartments have excited to help and be more proud of been neglected. On Oct. 3, from 9 a.m. our homes,” said junior resident Nick to 5 p.m., Circle K, the Residence Hall Stewart. “We told the RAs that if they Association, volunteers, the apartments’ put in the supplies, we would put in all residents and resident assistants land- the work.” scaped their campus home. Caitlin Mannan, senior and Circle K The beautification involved picking up president, said that Circle K was excited trash, sweeping, clearing debris, taking out to spend its energy on this project. dead bushes and putting in mulch.Campus “The majority of our service usually apartment RAs developed this project, and happens off campus, though it is part of then went to service organization Circle our mission to do service on campus,”she K for help. said. “We recognized this as a huge need, “All four RAs really wanted a change and it fit in so well with our mission.” out here, said Ben Church, senior campus Church, Stewart and Mannan all felt apartments RA and Circle K member.“We that the apartments were in far from
perfect condition. “It’s no doubt that the apartments had been let go for some time,” Church said. Circle K originally went through the Student Conservation Association to get the money to fund the project and was turned down. They then received support from Mark Weigand, vice president for student affairs and enrollment management. “He is the university staff member who really pushed for the university to give attention to the apartments and forced the apartments to become a higher priority among the school’s top officials,” Mannan said. “He is to be applauded for the voice he gave to this project.” Weigand described himself as a messenger between the students and the cabinet.He also said that he is very proud of the people
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SPORTS ANALYSIS
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Senior Indianapolis Student Art Association member Luke Reynolds takes a photo of Dee Schaad, art and design chair, to raise money for Pink Week for breast cancer awareness. Students and faculty paid $3 each to get a Polaroid photo taken of themselves in the Pink Week cutout.
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< FOOTBALL FALLS BEHIND Ranked last in the GLVC in more than one category, the Greyhound football team is having a less than perfect season. Check out the front page of the sports section for an offense analysis. > See Page 9
celebration of the flags
HONORING DIVERSITY UIndy will once again honor its diverse campus with the Celebration of the Flags event on Oct. 8. Log on to The Reflector Online on Oct. 9 for a photo gallery of the multicultural event. > See The Reflector Online (reflector.uindy.edu)
message from greece
DO AS THE GREEKS DO> Former Reflector staffer and UIndy sophomore Jacki Dillman commentates on her experience studying abroad at the Greece sister campus in her column on the opinion page.
Contest lets students express themselves By Adrian Kendrick EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Camera, lights, action. UIndy students have a chance to star in their own 30- to 90- second commercial explaining why they love UIndy or why they’re proud to be a Greyhound. The UIndy Dog Bowl Video Challenge brings this opportunity to students through the University’s Communications and Marketing staff. “The goal behind this is to try to generate some school spirit,” said Jason Nye digital marketing manager at UIndy. “We know people love this school, and we want to see why and what they
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OPINION
OCTOBER 7, 2009
There are no free lunches By Samantha Cotten MANAGING & SPORTS EDITOR Everyone loves free stuff. Americans flock to free food, free T-shirts and even free trinkets without a second thought about how those things became “free” in the first place. Remember folks, there are no free lunches. On Sept. 22, the House approved a measure that would extend America’s unemployment benefits again. According to CNNMoney.com, more than a million people could receive an additional 13 weeks of unemployment benefits in states with jobless rates higher than 8.5 percent. Already 29 states qualify for this extension, including Indiana. I sympathize with the millions of Americans currently out of work, but proponents of the extension are refusing to acknowledge one crucial hindrance of the plan. With a $1.4 billion price tag, according to the Congressional Budget Office, the 13-week extension is likely to be more harmful to the economy than beneficial. Although the number of people filing for unemployment benefits is on the decline, more than 1.4 million workers are scheduled to lose their benefits at the end of this year. The 13-week extension would supplement the 26 weeks of benefits most states offer, and the federally funded extension of up to an extra 20-53 weeks, depending on where you live. In case you can’t do the math, that’s a possible total of 79 weeks…before the new proposed extension. If the 13-week extension passes the Senate, the unemployed could have up to 92 weeks to find another job, which is equivalent to 23 months, and just shy of two years. Extending the benefits will not make a difference in the already record-high unemployment rate. In fact, it may make the numbers even worse. The availability of benefits
gives the unemployed time to find a job, but a job suitable for their talents and needs. The longer benefits are available, the longer the unemployed may wait to find that suitable position. Unfortunately, we are in a recession. Finding any job is difficult, especially finding a “suitable” one. It’s time that Americans step up to the plate and take the job that will get them by, even if that means suggesting fries with a customer’s meal. I believe doing what it takes to feed your family is more respectful than sitting on your ass for two years in hopes of saving your already non-existent dignity. I realize that many Americans currently receiving unemployment genuinely need the help, but I can’t help but notice the many people simply abusing the system. By applying for positions that they are unqualified for, or not applying at all, people are using the program as a long-term source of income, rather than a temporary help. It’s unfair, it’s wrong and its expensive. We, as a country, can’t afford another bailout. According to USDebtClock.org, as of Sept. 30, the national debt of the United States was $11,775,725,279,766.09. Although a $1.4 billion unemployment extension doesn’t seem like much in comparison, one has to ask when the bailouts will end? By the way, the government will never pay off that debt. As of today every American owes $38,355.94, including the millions of people who are unemployed. Someday someone will have to pay off that debt, whether that is us, our children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren or maybe all of the above. Instead of throwing money at bailouts, extensions and welfare systems every time something goes slightly astray, the government and the American people need to take responsibility for our actions. Putting off the costs is only causing our country more harm than help. After all, there are no free lunches.
Why East Hall?
If we can’t house incoming freshmen, why build a dorm they can’t live in? By Micah McVicker STAFF WRITER Additions to our expanding campus makes this an exciting time at UIndy. The expansion of the Schwitzer Student Center wrapped up in time for the second semester of the school year. The Krannert Memorial Library will undergo renovation in the near future. Improving the aesthetics and safety of Hanna Avenue begun. East Hall is now received its finishing touches in time for the beginning of the school year. The addition of a sixth residence hall undoubtedly adds beauty to the UIndy campus. Additionally, the construction of East Hall allowed access to 250 new parking spaces on the north side of the hall. All of these construction projects aptly serve the needs of the growing student body for East Hall. Those added parking spots cater to the needs of this campus, however, I cannot see how the new residence hall aids the university. It creates a lot of interest and enthusiasm in the student body, yet allow me to play devil’s advocate. What benefits are induced when you have the women’s Resident Assistants’ rooms in Warren given to freshmen and made into triples? According to an anonymous article posted on the UIndy public Web page, enrollment is expected to increase by at least 100 students, setting another record for total students. Applications
rose 11.5 percent. So we obviously didn’t accept everybody, which is a good thing, because we’d have nowhere to put them. Brit Alamillo, accepted to UIndy, received a letter from Residence Life saying she’d need to find off-campus housing if she chose to attend UIndy. “Due to the fact that I received the letter so late in the choosing process, I had made up my mind to attend Ball State prior to receiving the letter. Once I got the letter though, it helped back up my decision to go, to Ball State, because I felt that if I switched schools suddenly, there would be no place for me to stay on campus [at UIndy].” We lost a student to Ball State, and there’s no way of knowing how many other students we lost to other universities because we didn’t have the on-campus housing. According to a Growth and Change Update regarding East Hall on the public UIndy Web site, the new hall features 160 singleoccupant rooms. These rooms will house 152 students, according to a previous Reflector story. I cannot comprehend the logic of building a residence hall that doesn’t cater to freshmen in a year that saw the most freshmen admitted in school history. It seems like a new freshman residence hall is what the school should have built. Accepting more freshmen brings in the tuition dollars the school makes and actually having decent housing for freshmen will make this place that much more appealing to those still choosing their college future.
The Reflector acknowledges its mistakes. Each issue, we will print corrections on the Opinion Page. If you catch a mistake, please contact us at reflector@uindy.edu. • On page two of the Sept. 23 issue, the article “How to really address health care” stated that 70 percent of Americans voted for Barack Obama. It should have stated that 52 percent voted for the president.
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Live from Athens
Former Reflector editor describes her first days abroad By Jacki Dillman REFLECTOR COLUMNIST
I arrived in Athens a few weeks ago armed with everything I thought I would need for my semester abroad. Stuffed into my two 50 pound suitcases, oversized purse and huge backpack, was everything from a three months supply of toothpaste to an authentic Greek cookbook. When I arrived, I pulled out all the shoes, dresses, purses and other fancy gadgets I had somehow squeezed into my already overflowing luggage. Although I hadn’t slept for more than three consecutive hours in the last two days, I was anxious to start my adventures in Greece. I spent the first evening in Athens unpacking and getting everything in order. I thought I was as prepared as I possibly could be for my three-month in Greece. Then, I walked out the front door and realized how unprepared I really was for what lay ahead. Athens is a whirlwind of languages, ethnic backgrounds and outright cultural differences. I have always heard about culture shock, but I don’t think I really understood what it was until, recently. Granted, I have a pocket dictionary with some basic Greek phrases, but anything more advanced than “please”, “thank you” and “hello” is way out of my league. I wasn’t prepared for rapid Greek hitting me from left and right. As with most sheltered American upbringings, I was under the ignorant misconception that everyone speaks at least a little English. I couldn’t have
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been more wrong. It has been a struggle. Many Athenians speak at least some English, but I seem to have had bad luck finding the English speakers. Even mundane tasks such as asking a cashier at the supermarket for salt and pepper or saying excuse me when you step on someone’s foot have been downright unmanageable. The trip has been an eye-opener about my lack of language skills, not only in Greek but any second language at all. When I decided to come on this trip, language barriers weren’t a big factor. However, with classmates from all over the world, it’s hard not to notice how many of my peers here are multilingual, not just in Greek but in numerous world languages. I came to Athens with about 25 other American college students. We are all part of the Odyssey Program at
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the UIndy Athens campus. We came from all over the U.S., from Oregon, to Minnesota, to Massachusetts and New York. We have vastly different backgrounds and majors, but we all have one thing in common: none of us are multilingual. In fact, the American students here at the Athens Campus are virtually the only ones who do not speak at least two languages. I never thought that speaking only English would make me feel this inferior. Hopefully as time goes on, I will get a little more confident in Greek. This trip has inspired me to become fluent in a second language. “It’s all Greek to me” for now, but hopefully not for long.
Read more about Jacki’s Greek odyssey in our Oct. 28 issue.
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Residential maintenance causes issues on campus By Dan Dick OPINION EDITOR
Miscommunication between residents of the campus apartments, resident assistants and the Physical Plant seems to be causing confusion. Some residents at the campus apartments will not call the Physical Plant for maintenance because they do not believe their grievances will be resolved. Sophomore Heather Campbell lives at the campus apartments and expressed her lack of faith in the Physical Plant. “We won’t call maintenance because the RAs tell us that nine times out of 10 they won’t come anyway,” she said. Senior Joanna Luisi, a resident assistant at the University of Indianapolis, said there is a communication problem between residents and RAs, and that the Physical Plant is being blamed unfairly. “If we fix the communication in the apartments, then it’s entirely up to maintenance,” she said. Luisi also explained that the RAs never told residents to withhold knowledge of property damage. “We had a meeting at the beginning of this semester and basically we told them that if they had a problem with anything that could be trouble-shooted
on their own—like checking the chain in the toilet or putting Drano down the tub on their own—and then contact us, that would be the best way,” Luisi said. Ken Piepenbrink, Physical Plant director, said menial tasks are best handled by residents. “We prefer that students look and see if it is something they can take care of,” he said about the everyday household problems. He also said that the students are responsible for informing the RAs, who in turn assess whether the problem warrants contacting the maintenance staff. “The reason we do that—we like to go through one person or through the RA or the dorm director—is because we want them to make sure it really is an issue before we are just called,” Piepenbrink said. “If every student or professor or staff member on campus could just blanket call us, our phones would just be going off the hook.” Not all residents of the campus apartments believe that the Physical Plant has been negligent in the duties. Sophomore Olivia Russell is impressed by their attention towards routine campus maintenance. She said that she has seen physical plant workers repairing damage, even when it had not been formally reported. “We haven’t really had much to report, she said. “But in general it has been pretty good.”
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EAST HALL RIBBON CUTTING
Photo by Kenny Norman • The Reflector
Cutting the ribbon at the East Hall ribbon cutting on Sept. 24 are (from left) Resident Assistant Emily Musselman, Resident Director Anna Glowinski, Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students Kory Vitangeli, Indianapolis Student Government President Josh Elijah and President Beverley Pitts.
ENROLLMENT from page 1 are better able to handle academically then it would have been if it had all been freshmen.” Upper-level classes usually fill up more slowly and have more seats to fill than freshman-level courses, Weigand said. In order to keep the incoming freshman class size down, the university has been slowly increasing admission requirements over the past few years, specifically focusing on high school grade point average and difficulty of high school classes taken by the student. “We think those are better predictors than even the SAT,” Weigand said. “How difficult the courses are the student sign up for is a sign of how serious the student is.” The enrollment numbers are not com-
pletely positive for students, especially those living in temporary housing. “We are over capacity this year for our residence halls,” Vitangeli said. “So, we have students kind of crammed everywhere when it comes to our temporary housing locations. From some of the student perspectives that are in temporary housing, I certainly think they might say that it’s difficult sharing a room with five or six other people.” Weigand said the university hopes to move students living in temporary housing to better accommodations before the school year is over. Despite the close quarters, Vitangeli said, activity and excitement have increased in the residence halls with such
a large population. “We have seen in the residence halls really strong communities being formed just because of the sheer numbers, lots of people participating in programs,”she said. Because East Hall was built especially with upper-class students in mind, the new dorm has helped bring 150 residents back to campus who moved off campus last year. “One of the goals that we had with building East Hall was bringing upperclass students back to campus to be role models for other students,” Vitangeli said. “I think when students see the upper class students being excited about what’s happening on campus, it helps with that feel of excitement on campus. So, I think that has hugely contributed.”
TOTAL STUDENT ENROLLMENT 2004-PRESENT 4,144 Photo by Anne Toliver • The Reflector
Resident students, resident assistants and Circle K members came together on Oct. 3 to landscape and clean up around the campus apartments.
“Because of that initiative,the residence director of campus apartments Brad Dobson worked with the director of the grounds crew of the Physical Plant, Jerry Steckbeck, to make the improvements happen.” Church said they are planning another project in the spring that will involve planting flowers around the apartments. “In the end, this will hopefully help others to improve their campus, because they are invested in it,” Mannan said. Church said he is excited to have his residents proud of the place they live in and is hoping students will be encouraged by this project to go beyond it and know that they can make changes on campus. “This was a great example of team work across campus,” Vitangeli said.
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THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW Campus information that you may otherwise miss! Seasonal flu shot available The seasonal flu shot is available now at the University of Indianapolis Student Health Center. Students can either go to the center during its business hours or stop by a table outside of the dining hall from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Oct. 8 to get the shot. The cost of a flu shot is $20.
Celebration of the Flags will be held Oct. 8 The University of Indianapolis International Division will be holding the 21st annual Celebration of the Flags on Oct. 8 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Smith Mall. Students will carry flags to represent different countries and cultures during the ceremony. Refreshment will also be available.
Pedal for Peace bike relay on Oct. 17 A six-hour team bike relay will take place at the Major Taylor Velodrome on Oct. 17 from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. This event aims to raise the awareness of world peace. Anyone who is 14 or older is eligible to join. The registration fee is $20 and each participant will receive a Pedal for Peace T-shirt. For more information, contact Greg Smith at gsmith@uindy.edu or (317) 788-3521.
Practice GMAT exam available on Oct. 17 A Princeton Review for the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) will take place at the University of Indianapolis on Oct. 17 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. UIndy students who are considering graduate school can take a free online practice test and learn some test-taking tips in a follow-up session. To register for the event, go to the JobHoundConnect Web site. For further information, contact Kristine Terry at terryk@uindy.edu or (317) 788-3296.
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coming together for this project, which is a wonderful example of everyone coming together to better the campus. “Anytime we have projects where we work together, it’s a benefit to everyone,” Weigand said. “The students get to know faculty, and faculty get to know students.” Kory Vitangeli, associate vice president for student affairs and dean of students, made the formal financial request at a university meeting attended by the president,and the President’s Cabinet approved a little more than $3,000 for this project, which was funded by the Physical Plant budget. “It was impressive that the students put the initiative forward and were willing to work to make it happen,” Vitangeli said.
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‘Comedy of Errors’ hits the stage By Mia Dandino STAFF WRITER If you’re looking for a fun-filled night of comedy and entertainment, search no further than “The Comedy of Errors.” This Shakespearean tale is about mistaken identities, love affairs and chaotic elements. The story begins with two sets of twins separated at birth.They unknowingly meet each other years later in the city of Ephesus. Confusion spreads throughout the city as the townspeople mistakenly identify one set of twins as the other. As the truth unravels, each set of twins discovers who their counterparts are and their origins. “We chose ‘The Comedy of Errors’ because it was a classic and well-known comedy,” said director Brad Wright. The production offered a wide range of acting possibilities as well as set design and costume design. Set in Cuba during the 1960s, the vibrant colors of the costumes and set draw the audience into the revolutionary period, offering a modern perspective on this classic play. Wright and scenic designer, Jim Ream gained inspiration for the setting from the vivid colors, unique architecture and elaborate clothing of the Cuban culture. Lead actor, junior Mason Absher and supporting actor, Alex Oberheide gave outstanding performances. Absher and Oberheide portrayed both sets of twins, Antipholus and Dromio, respectively. Absher provided a different approach distinguishing between the two Antipholus characters. Antipholus of Syracuse, who dressed with purple accessories, was the more confused of the pair. Antipholus of Ephesus, dress in yellow fashions, was the more violent and angry of the two. On the other hand, Oberheide displayed specific characteristics between the Dromio twins. Dromio of Syracuse was the flamboyant and sensitive twin. Oberheide played a more masculine role for the Dromio of Ephesus character. Lead actress, Stephanie Kucsera and supporting actress, Chelsey Wood added to the hilarity of the production. Kucsera played Adriana, the wife of Antipholus of Ephesus, portraying a jealous wife through facial expressions and tone of voice. Wood played Luciana, the sister of Adriana, demonstrating a confused and worrisome character through her posture and mannerisms. The design elements created a great visual spectacle and an attraction to the eyes. The rigid and angular architectural structures within the set was contrasted with the chaotic and flexibility of the characters. At the same time the purple and yellow adorned costumes provided the audience with a clear distinction between the characters from Syracuse and from Ephesus. Even the lights and sound depicted an atmosphere that tied the concept of Cuban culture and identity confusion together. If you enjoy chaos, mistaken identity and theatrical spectacle, you can’t go wrong with this Cuban interpretation of “The Comedy of Errors.”
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Kings of Leon visit Indianapolis By Jaclyn Luscomb STAFF WRITER
Contributed by Brad Wright
Alex Oberheide and Mason Absher are all tied up in Shakespeare’s “Comedy of Errors” that opened at Ransburg Auditorium on Oct. 2. Oberheide and Absher play two sets of twins in this comedic play that takes place in Cuba in the 1960s.
Cold weather created fog, continuous rain made mud puddles out of parking lots and flashlights were doing nothing to help security guide traffic. Cars were backed up for miles and despite leaving early, we missed the opening band due to poor direction and lack of instruction. On Sept. 25, the Verizon Wireless Music Center was packed with college students and adults as well as old and new fans of the band Kings of Leon. Then, the lights dimmed and the Kings of Leon walked out, opening their show with the hit song, “Crawl.” The venue itself was terrible. The management of the Verizon Wireless Music Center was appalling. Parking was pushed to overgrown bean fields; there was little-to-no security and bringing traffic in through one lane dirt roads can never amount to anything good. But the band was incredible. Kings of Leon rocked the stage like it was their first show, despite being on tour since November of last year. A crowd of approximately 25,000 may have been the biggest the band had ever played to, and they let the audience know time and time again how thankful they were to be in Indianapolis. This was my third Kings show, and I already knew to expect something radical. But, once again I was blown away by their stage presence. A lot of bands have the problem of sounding much different, and usually worse than they do on CD, but the Kings of Leon are better live. The band has gained current acclaim for their album “Only by the Night,” which became their first CD ever to go platinum. Singles such as “Notion” and “Use Somebody” have accumulated massive radio play on many Top 100 and popular music radio stations. The band has been around since 1999, but sadly hasn’t received the recognition they deserve until recently. Kings of Leon know exactly how to engage an audience, and their coordination is incredible. This American band consists of three brothers—Caleb, Nathan and Jared—and their cousin, Matthew. This family team can really get an audience going and knows the meaning of magnetism. It’s no surprise, given the noticeable way that they play so in sync. If you haven’t heard any of their older music, visit the iTunes library or local CD shop. Although their new music has branched out from their earlier southern rock-meets-garage-rock style, their old music is just as good, if not better. The band is only on tour for another month and tickets are still on sale. Kings of Leon will be in Lexington, Ky., Oct. 10 and Nashville, Tenn., Oct. 16. Other tour dates are available online at www. kingsofleon.com/pages/tour.
Chamber Winds feature French Romantics concert By Adrian Kendrick EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Contributed by Maggie Mandarich
The Chamber Winds concert featured classical music from the French Romantics on Sept. 24 at the Christel DeHaan Fine Arts Center. The concert featured musical instrument such as the oboe, clarinet and flute.
Who says rain clouds can’t be chased away by the beautiful melodies played by gifted musicians? Well, not literally, but that’s what it felt like Sept. 24. It was a rainy day, but I was able to escape for a moment into the Christel DeHaan Fine Arts Center to listen to the sounds of the Indianapolis Chamber of Winds performing French Romantics. The flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon and the horn were the instruments of use that night. However, the woodwind and brass instruments were able to blend together on different occasions flawlessly, as if they were all one instrument. The first selection was the “Petite Symphon.” The majority of the piece showcased all the instruments, but the flute played a major role in the musical selection. It was interesting to observe that the smallest instrument made a profound impact over all the other grand instruments. Another choice of melody orchestrated was the “Chanson et Danses.” The selection began in a scurry, as if
the musicians were rushing to play the next note before a fellow musician could reach their subsequent note. However, right when the piece would reach the climax, the direction the music was going to take could almost be anticipated. Then the instruments settled down and the atmosphere turned serene. Listening, one could forget about all the cares of life and realize how much beauty surrounds us every day. The title of the final piece was the “Jeux D’ Enfants.” I discovered later that the selections, or movements, were inspired by scenes from childhood and was amused. I had quickly jotted down during the performance that the piece reminded me of my childhood and how it goes by quickly. The movements were indeed expeditious, like youth, and prompted reminiscing and wondering of ‘where did the years go?’ Darin Sorley directed the performance and did a magnificent job. Without his direction, the musicians might not have performed to their fullest potential. Although the dreary atmosphere lurked outside, it was nice to encounter the sweet orchestral music encompassing the performance hall.
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>> A world in which everyone is completely honest 100 percent of the time is hard to imagine for even the most avid dreamer. “The Invention of Lying”
provides a humorous look at a world filled with extremely blunt and forward people, including characters portrayed by big names, such as Jennifer Garner, Jonah Hill, Tina Fey and Jason Bateman. Mark Bellison (Ricky Gervais) is an average man; dubbed a fat, snub-nosed loser by most, living in a world where all odds seem to be against him. When it seems as if his life will never get better, Mark tells the very first lie. All the power lies within his mind from then on, but he still can’t seem to win over the girl he loves. Through a series of outrageous situations, Mark starts to realize that his invention may not actually be the best thing. “The Invention of Lying” is packed with dry, witty humor that will keep anyone laughing throughout the film. It even includes a warped love story for those who prefer the more romantic side of things. If you enjoyed Gervais in “Ghost Town” or if you liked the humor in “Over Her Dead Body,” you’ll enjoy this peculiar comedy. • Abby Schwarz, Staff Writer
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>> Hey, Hayley Williams (front-woman for Paramore), we get it. You’re an amazing vocalist, but can your band play? These Tennessee punk-rockers made a total downward spiral from their 2007 hit album “Riot” with the release of their new CD “New Eyes,” on Sept. 29. Drummer Zac Farro showed some mad skills during several solos, which brought a hint of personality to the unoriginal bass lines and familiar guitar riffs that make up the new album. Sadly, “Ignorance,” the first single, wasn’t the album’s saving grace even with Williams’ and Farro’s talents bursting to life in the killer chorus. Also, “Decode,” the hit song from the “Twilight Original Soundtrack,” is featured. Tracks such as “ The Only Exception” and “All I wanted” slow down the pace of the album and only showcase Williams’ distinctive vocal stylings. If you expect a unique punk rock album like Paramore’s previous CD “Riot,” you will be disappointed with the low standards and sub-par lyrics. • Elizabeth Wheeler, Staff Writer
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>> With the unknown fates of Izzie Stevens (Katherine Heigl) and George O’Malley (T.R. Knight), the muchanticipated 2-hour season premiere of Grey’s Anatomy on Sept. 24 gave fans all the drama they could handle. Though
They somehow take a gigantic spud and cook it perfectly – you will not find a single part of it uncooked. Then they top it off with the perfect amount of toppings that will bring your senses to life. But their food is not the only thing that will appeal to your taste buds; their sweet tea is one that you won’t ever forget. They somehow make the perfect blend of tea and sweetness. Even though the restaurant may seem like a “fast food joint’”when you walk in, it is not one at all. You order at the front counter, receive a number and then your meal is brought to you. McAlister’s Deli, located off Shelby Street in Greenwood, offers a variety of sandwiches and baked potatoes that can satisfy anyone’s appetite in a atmosphere where anyone can enjoy a nice evening. • Staci Reafsnyder, Entertainment Editor
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story of the elite Orbital Drop Shock Troopers, essentially futuristic paratroopers, who defend Earth from the game’s alien antagonists, the Covenant. What makes this game different is that you don’t play as the series’ iconic hero, the Master Chief. Half of the game you wander through a city as a lone trooper who is cut off from his squad, searching for any signs of his missing comrades. Each time you discover a squad mate’s location, you play as the squad mate in an action packed flashback. The constant back and forth through the plot, as well as the detective like elements fused into the game, were interesting but really didn’t mesh well with the mechanics of a first-person shooter. While I respect the creator’s attempt to try something new, I think that a more linear story and more action would have been more true to the series and to the genre. • Dan Dick, Opinion Editor
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everyone knew Knight was leaving the show, thanks to the tabloids, the writers of Grey’s gave us more twists and turns in O’Malley’s death than expected. Stevens miraculously survives, but we’ll see how long she lasts on the show. The show’s star, Meredith Grey (Ellen Pompeo) seemed happy and unlike her typical self, thanks to a post-it note marriage to Derek Shepherd (Patrick Dempsey), while Cristina Yang (Sandra Oh) finally gave in to her love for show newcomer Owen Hunt (Kevin McKidd). With the announcement of the Seattle Grace Hospital merger with Mercy West, the rest of the season should be a rollercoaster of layoffs and love triangles. • Samantha Cotten, Managing & Sports Editor
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OCTOBER 7, 2009
Kellogg Writers Series kicks off with musical poetry By Ashley Kein STAFF WRITER
The Kellogg Writers Series began the year by making its audience want to move with lyrical poetry set to music. Jan Flexon and the Dancin’ Nancys performed poetry set to music with the sounds of everything from folk music to hip-hop on Sept. 23. The five-member group played various poems written by Jan Flexon including “Berlin Wall,”“Illumination” and “Power Equals Control.” In the poem “Words,” Flexon proclaimed, “It’s all about the creativity.” She also said that words are everywhere and used for everything.
Flexon—whose influences are E.E. Cummings, Ann Sexton and Jim Morrison—not only shared her poems but also talked about writing and what she wants to accomplish with her style of poetry. “I want you to have felt something from my poetry, and the music just picks it up and carries it,” she said. Elizabeth Weber, associate professor of English and one of three professors in charge of the writers series, chose Jan Flexon and the Dancin’ Nancys after seeing them at a book reading. “She took her poems and set them to music. That was very interesting to me, and I thought the students would love this,” Weber said. “I thought it would also expand their thinking of poetry.” Other writers scheduled for this semester—Allison Joseph and David
Shumate—are also poets. Next semester, fiction writers Kathy Day, John Green and Doug Crandall will visit the campus to share their stories. All of the writers chosen this year have some connection to Indiana. Weber said that she not only brings writers here for the students to think more creatively but also for herself, and for the community to grow as well. “By having professional writers here, the creative writing classes take a quantum leap [and] the students are inspired to start writing,” she said. “Having the authors here is like a blood transfusion. I get ideas from these writers for my own personal development. I also bring them because it brings people in from the community and makes UIndy more visible to Indianapolis.”
Photo by Anne Toliver • The Reflector
Jan Flexon and the Dancin’ Nancys performed poetry set to music, with sounds of everything from folk music to hip-hop, on Sept. 23 as part of the University of Indianapolis Kellogg Writers Series.
CONTEST from page 1 come up with.” According to Executive Director of Communications and Marketing Mary Atteberry, the department wanted to contribute to the university’s five-year strategic plan, which has a main goal of creating a sense of community and to enhance the campus. “We [the staff ] said what could we do in the department to help facilitate that?” she said. “We hope to make this the [UIndy Dog Bowl Video Challenge] a tradition.” UIndy students, including undergraduate, graduate and School for Adult Learning are eligible to participate in the challenge. Content can range from comedy to informative, and students are encouraged to be creative, original and funny. Videos should be submitted on the contest’s Facebook page. The winner will be determined by votes from the
student body accumulated online by receiving the most “Likes” on the video submission. Second and third place will be decided upon the subsequent highest number of “Likes.” According to Nye, prizes consist of the first place winner’s name on UIndy’s exclusive Dog Bowl trophy and a 32-inch LG LCD HDTV. The second place winner receives a Flip Video Handheld Camcorder, and the third place winner will receives an iPod Shuffle. Submissions must be received by Oct. 9. Each participant or group may submit up to two entries. All submissions must be original work of the student or group. “Hopefully this brings people together, and we see different aspects of the university,” Atteberry said. “I think what will be fun is seeing who is the most original. The options are limitless.” More information is available at the contest’s Web site (dogbowl.uindy.edu).
After the UIndy Dog Bowl Video Contest ends, check with The Reflector Online multimedia page for the contest’s winning entry. reflector.uindy.edu
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THE REFLECTOR
9 OCTOBER 7, 2009
New intramural programs added for students
FOOTBALL
Intramural golf lacks participation, attendance. By Haley Vannarsdall STAFF WRITER
The ‘Hounds are on track to have another losing season after a 1-5 start. Despite instating a new offensive formation, head coach Joe Polizzi and his team are tied for last in the GLIAC standings.
Photo by Kate Dolan • The Reflector
New playbook not enough Football team falls to 1-5 following Satuday’s loss to Northwood University. By Micah McVicker STAFF WRITER
Head coach Joe Polizzi changed the offensive formation in the spring, bringing a Pistol formation to the University of Indianapolis football team, abandoning a Pro I set in which a fullback and running back line up next to the quarterback. According to Rivals.com,Nevada Wolf Pack head coach Chris Ault made popular the Pistol Offense when he switched from the I-formation, a formation in which the quarterback and running back form a straight line behind the center, in 2005. The Pistol formation features the quarterback in the shotgun, four yards behind the center, with the running back directly behind him. This type of offense allows the best of two worlds: employing the I-formation and the spread. Thus far, the switch to the pistol has not benefitted the ‘Hounds. The Indianapolis offense has struggled, especially in conference play, tallying only 46 points. According to GLIAC.org,the ‘Hounds are 10th in the conference in scoring offense at 15.4 per game, ahead of only Ferris State (14.8 points per game) and Tiffin (9.8 points per game). Drives ending in
field goals have exacerbated the ‘Hounds scoring issues.The team is currently ranked 11th of 12 in scoring, totaling merely nine touchdowns in five games. Also contributing significantly to UIndy’s scoring issues is the inability to sustain drives, as the ‘Hounds rank last in the conference in first downs, with 13.2 per game. On the ground, the ‘Hounds average 2.4 yards per attempt, which good for last in the conference. The ‘Hounds are also last in rushing POLIZZI attempts, at 131, and yards per game, at 63.2. The result: Indianapolis and Tiffin are the only two teams in the GLIAC averaging less than 100 yards rushing per contest. Despite the statistics, Polizzi advocated the switch in offensive scheme formation. “We felt that the Pistol was an excellent way to utilize our speed and athletes. Also, [we are looking to] accomplish the ability to run the football and the play action pass,” he said. “This allows us to keep the throw-
ing benefits both vertically and in the short game of the shotgun formation,” he said. Although the Greyhound philosophy on the offensive side of the football has changed, the same cannot be said of who executes that playbook on Saturday. Struggles aren’t due to a lack of effort, according to quarterback Paul Corsaro. “We’ve got a lot of good guys on the team. It’s about all 11[players]. There’s competition at every position,” Corsaro said. “Everybody goes out every day and works as hard as they can to make the team better and then the coaches decide who’s going to play.” UIndy traveled to Oct. 2 to Northwood University to face the Timberwolves. The ‘Hounds lost 17-12, despite leading the game at halftime. Senior Stephen Geller and sophomore Joe Leach each had touchdowns for UIndy. The ‘Hounds fell to No. 19 Saginaw Valley State with a score of 34-13 on Sept. 26 at Key Stadium. Seniors Geller and Cole Willis each scored on behalf of the ‘Hounds to put the team up by four going into the half. SVSU went on to outscore UIndy in the second half 17-0. UIndy will finish out three of its remaining five games on the road.
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Intramural sports are a major part of University of Indianapolis student life. This year, intramural staff decided to introduce a couple of new sports to the mix: intramural golf and tennis. Golf was to take place at the Sarah Shank Golf Course on Keystone Ave. on Sept.19; but because of a lack of students, it was cancelled. “The biggest disappointment was definitely golf because of the lack of participation,” said senior intramural coordinator Ryan Loveless. The event was meant to be a one-time tournament with a $25 sign-up fee per player for a whole day of golf. The newly added sport was predicted to be a success, especially with the high level of student interest presented. Another sport that students considered significant was intramural tennis. The intramural board took the suggestion into consideration and decided to include men’s singles, women’s singles and co-ed LOVELESS doubles. Tennis begins in November and will be held at the tennis dome where the UIndy tennis team practices. The dome is located on Keystone Ave. behind the Neighborhood Wal-Mart. “Tennis looks the most promising since it was the most sought-after sport from students,” Loveless said. UIndy intramurals offers a wide range of sports, including flag football, powderpuff, ultimate frisbee, volleyball, tennis, men’s and women’s co-ed basketball, softball and indoor soccer. In addition to the new additions, UIndy intramurals has also extended ultimate frisbee to both semesters. Intramural flag football, powderpuff, ultimate frisbee, volleyball and tennis take place throughout campus during the fall season, while ultimate frisbee, indoor soccer, basketball and softball are played during the winter/spring season. According to junior flag football player Keven Keene, intramurals help bring students together who are not on athletic teams and helps keep them in shape while having fun. “It’s fun to watch people you know have a good time,” Keene said. The sports have filled up the entire fall schedule and turnouts have been significant. “It lets students get involved with meeting people, while still being a team effort. You’re out doing something fun, and it’s nothing too serious,” Keene said. Sign-up sheets to join intramurals are located in Schwitzer Room 209. The costs to join vary, with basketball being the most expensive, since it’s the most sought after sport.
McBride, golf team eye national championship By Kaley Belakovich STAFF WRITER
Contributed by UIndy Athletics
Senior and current NCAA Division II champion Lyndsay McBride, and her team, are shooting toward a team national championship. So far, the team has placed in the top two in every meet this season.
After a chance at the National Championship last year, the University of Indianapolis women’s golf team has a lot to look forward to this season. “This is the strongest team I’ve had in all the years I’ve been here,” said head coach Ken Piepenbrink. He identifies another important element that every team should have beside skill. “It’s about looking for the right fit for the team,”Piepenbrink said. He said the women know they need to work as a team, but still need to be individually competitive. Piepenbrink seems to have found the right fit. The Lady ‘Hounds ranked No. 8 nationally in the Golf World/ NGCA Coaches Poll, a preseason poll, which is four spots higher than the 2008-09. Since the women’s team placed third at the National Championship last year, Piepenbrink has high hopes for this year’s team. “To be honest, I think [the National
Championship] is there for us to take,” he said. The Lady ‘Hounds led the MissouriSt. Louis Midwest Shootout with a 16-stroke win on Sept. 26-27. During the second round of this two-day tournament, the team collectively scored a 300, tying the program’s previous record for the lowest 18-hole team score. The Missouri-St. Louis Midwest Shootout also served as PIEPENBRINK the Great Lakes Valley Conference Championship Preview, because this event also hosted ten teams at Annbriar Golf Course in Waterloo, Ill., which will host the GLVC Championship in 2010. Senior Lyndsay McBride, holder of the 2008-09 National Championship title, once again led the way to a team victory. With three first places and five top-five finishes already under her belt
this year, McBride finished the tournament in fourth place with a score only five above par. Freshman Megan Kiley was only one stroke behind McBride, placing fifth individually. The tournament marked Kiley’s third top-five finish in her college career. Senior Sarah Prascsak and freshman Lauren Vogt scored 155 each to tie for ninth place overall. The Lady ‘Hounds picked up another win at the Screaming Eagle Classic in Evansville, Ind., on Sept. 20-21 with three top-ten scorers. McBride received first place individually, while sophomore Darin Pinnick finished with a career-high fourth place overall. Junior team captain Allison Tyler shot a 155, which helped her come in at sixth. Tyler also beat her own personal records for individual placement and 18-hole score during this tournament. Prascsak came close to the top ten with a score of 157, earning her the 11th spot out of 65 golfers. Kiley finished 18th with a 161, while senior Ashley Seaton tied for 13th with a 166, ensuring that all the Lady ‘Hounds finished in the top half of the competition.
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10 THE REFLECTOR
OCTOBER 7, 2009
Women’s soccer team continues playoff push
MEN’S SOCCER
By Samantha Cotten & Brittany Sweet MANAGING EDITOR & SPORTS EDITOR STAFF WRITER
The No. 15 University of Indianapolis women’s soccer team is off to an 10-2-0 (7-1-0 GLVC) start after a win against Great Lakes Valley Conference rival Lewis University on Oct. 4. The Lady ‘Hounds defeated Lewis 1-0 in Romeoville, Ill. Senior forward Ashley Seehase scored the game’s only goal in the 16th minute. Sophomore goalkeeper Shae Morris recorded her third straight shut-out game. “This year, I think we have great leadership coming from all seniors, and even from some underclassmen, which is great to have,” said senior forward Amanda Reese. The Greyhounds traveled to Wisconsin-Parkside on Oct. 2 to beat the Rangers 1-0 after a penalty kick by freshman forward Shelby Spinelli. The goal marked Spinelli’s sixth goal and 17th point of the season. The Lady ‘Hounds took on St. JoPhoto by Mia Dandino • The Reflector
Freshman forward Bobby Adkins (2) passes to sophomore middle fielder Micah Uemura (8) during the ‘Hounds game against the University of Missouri-St. Louis on Sept. 6. UIndy tied 0-0 with the Tritons.
‘Hounds play on amidst injuries By Konye Obaji Ori STAFF WRITER Despite injuries to key players, the University of Indianapolis men’s soccer team has kept a 4-5-2 record with the help of several underclassmen. Head coach John Griffin introduced 10 freshmen to the team, and with a 2-3-1 Great Lakes Valley Conference record so far the team hopes to make the NCAA finals. “We have had defensive problems, ball possession problems, and injury to key players. So right now, we want to get some of these issues solved before we can even think about the NCAA. But we are hopeful of making the NCAA,” said head coach John Griffin.
The ‘Hounds battled GLVC rival Lewis University on Oct. 4. UIndy suffered in overtime, losing 1-0 to the Flyers. The team traveled to W isconsinParkside to take on the Rangers in GLVC Conference play on Oct. 2. The ‘Hounds lost 6-2, with their only goals scored by senior Cory Barber and freshman Max Marsh. GRIFFIN The team recorded its fourth victory against St. Joseph’s College on Sept. 27, with goals from freshman Roger Lee and senior Cory
Barber. “We have five freshmen starting, and hopefully we will continue to score goals and concede less. They [the freshmen] have been outstanding, especially our top scorer, freshman Bobby Adkins, and our target player, [Roger] Lee,” Griffin said. “The team is a young team, and we are focused on doing well in the GLVC Conference.” Adkins has so far emerged as the UIndy men’s soccer talisman, scoring eight goals in nine games, with Lee scoring four goals. “It feels good to be topping the scoring chart as a freshman. Since the pre-season, I have worked hard and tried to prove myself to the coach to earn a spot on the team,” Adkins said. “I am actually amazed at what I have done so far. It is more than I expected.”
seph’s College on Sept. 27, coming out on top with a 1-0 victory in double overtime. Sophomore Lauren Soza, scored the only goal, marking her second goal of the season and her first game-winner. “We have come out and beat a lot of respectable teams,” Spinelli said. “Our season is really going great.” The Greyhounds played the nation’s fourth-ranked team and conference foe, Grand Valley State on Sept. 23. The Lakers defeated the Lady ‘Hounds 4-1, with Spinelli scoring UIndy’s lone goal. “ We t r y t o change things a little bit, depending on what team we SPINELLI play, but usually we like to stick with the same formation,” Reese said. “Right now, we are just trying to take it day-by-day, and if we need to make changes we will be ready.” The Lady ‘Hounds return to action at home against Illinois at Springfield on Oct. 9 at 5 p.m.
ATHLETICS BRIEF
UIndy teams compete for coveted Champ’s Cup By Heather Nguyen STAFF WRITER
The Champ’s Cup trophy is up for grabs again this year after being won last year by the University of Indianapolis women’s softball team. All athletic teams participate in this year-long contest,competing for points in various categories such as attending other sporting events, community service and high GPA’s. The attendance of the entire team plays a big role in the points scored. The winning team receives a trophy with the team picture, team name and year engraved on it. Scores are recorded and updated monthly for students and players to see on the Champ’s scoreboard located in
ON DECK FOOTBALL
@ FERRIS STATE Saturday, Oct.10 @ 2 p.m. vs. MICHIGAN TECH Saturday, Oct. 17 6 p.m. vs. TIFFIN Friday, Oct. 24 @ 6 p.m.
MEN’S CROSS COUNTRY @ LUCIAN ROSA INVITE Saturday, Oct. 10 @ GLVC CHAMPIONSHIP Friday, Oct. 24
MEN’S TENNIS
vs. OHIO DOMINICAN Saturday, Oct. 10 @ 10 a.m. @ TIFFIN Sunday, Oct. 11 @ 12 p.m. vs. ALUMNI EVENT Sunday, Oct. 18 @ 2 p.m.
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@ ILLINOIS SPRINGFIELD Friday, Oct. 9 @ 7:30 p.m. @ QUINCY Sunday, Oct. 11 @ 2:30 p.m. vs. ROCKHURST Sunday, Oct. 16 @ 8:30 p.m. @ DRURY Sunday, Oct. 11 @ 2:30 p.m. @ MISSOURI S&T Friday, Oct. 23 @ 7:30 p.m. @ MARYVILLE Sunday, Oct. 25 @ 2:30 p.m.
the Ruth Lilly Fitness Center. Last year was the first year for UIndy to participate in this contest. “After last year, this year’s teams are more competitive. This contest is based on athlete participation and benefits the university as a whole,” said Assistant Director of Athletics Daryl Gibbs. The Champ’s Contest was not an original idea of UIndy. Athletes nationwide at other colleges participate within their schools as well. “I really like the Champ’s Contest because it helps athletes become people by supporting each other and helping their local community,” said junior track team member Kara Gill. “This contest builds character and friendship while adding an incentive for winning.”
October 7 - October 29
WOMEN’S GOLF
@ BUTLER INVITATIONAL Oct. 5-6 @ Indianapolis @ NSU SHARK INVITATIONAL Oct. 13-14 @ PGA National
MEN’S GOLF
@ BUTLER INVITATIONAL Oct. 5-6 @ Indianapolis @ NSU SHARK INVITATIONAL Oct. 12-13 @ Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.
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vs. ILLINOIS AT- SPRINGFIELD Friday, Oct. 9 @ 5 p.m. vs. QUINCY Sunday, Oct. 11 @ 12 p.m. @ ROCKHURST Sunday, Oct. 16 @ 6 p.m. @ DRURY Monday, Oct. 18 @ 1 p.m. vs. MISSOURI S&T Friday, Oct. 23 @ 5 p.m. vs. MARYLAND Sunday, Oct. 25 @ 12 p.m.
VOLLEYBALL
@ SOUTHERN INDIANA Friday, Oct. 9 @ 8 p.m. @ KENTUCKY WESLEYAN Saturday, Oct. 10 @ 4 p.m. @ GLVC/GLIAC CROSSOVER Friday, Oct. 16-17 vs. BELLARMINE Friday, Oct. 23 @ 7 p.m. vs. NORTHERN KENTUCKY Saturday, Oct. 24 @ 3 p.m.
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OCTOBER 7, 2009
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Achilles heel? Volleyball team continues to struggle against conference rival Lewis University
By Micah McVicker STAFF WRITER
Photo by Jaclyn Luscomb • The Reflector
The Lady Greyhounds are 17-1 this season, with their only loss against GLVC rival Lewis. The Flyers dominate the series 37-9.
distractions.” During their first match-up this season, Lewis beat the Greyhounds in 0-3 in straight sets. It is still the only lose on the season for UIndy. “You minimize your errors and you give you’re self a chance to win ball-games. Everyone gets mentally and physically tired at this point in the year, and for our errors to be down the last couple of games, is paying off,” Harasymowcyz said. UIndy was lead by Kristina Kerrigan who hit .458 during the match. “It is a big rivalry, because they’re only three hours away, but even competition is close,” said former UIndy student Beth Robbins. The ‘Hounds have since rebounded from their loss to Lewis to win their
next three games against GLVC teams. Overall, the Greyhounds lead the GLVC in hitting percentage at a .287 clip. “It’s just like in baseball, if you hit near .300, especially as a team and your going to find yourself in the win column,” Harasymowcyz said. Part of the reason for their great hitting percentage is the work of sophomore Cheneta Morrison who set’s up the hits with her assists with 10.33 per game which is second in the GLVC. Morrison takes over the setter position this season after the Robbins, the schools all-time assist leader, graduated last year. The ‘Hounds may have the chance to match up against the Flyers again this year, in either conference finals or post-season play.Maybe then the “curse”will be broken.
Chicago loses bid for 2016 Olympics
By Tribune Washington Bureau MCT CAMPUS
Rio de Janeiro has won the right to host the 2016 Summer Olympics, a decision that will set the games in South America for the first time. “In every competition, there can only be one winner,” said Jacques Rogge, president of the International Olympic Committee. Friday’s announcement dashes the hopes of U.S. boosters, President Barack Obama among them, who had put their reputations on the line to help win the games for Chicago. Word came from the IOC as the president and first lady Michelle Obama headed back to Washington, hours after making a last-minute ap-
Fever revives basketball tradition in Indianapolis
Fever enter Game 4 leading series 2-1
By JP Sinclair BUSINESS MANAGER Every sport has its own marquee match-up. A match-up that everyone, players, coaches, fans, even referees look forward to it. In football, it’s the Patriot and Colts rivalry, in baseball its the Yankees and Red Sox, and in basketball its the Celtics and Lakers.The world of Division II volleyball, has such a rivalry. It is #13 Lewis University (14-3, 4-0 GLVC) and the #12 University of Indianapolis (19-1, 5-1 GLVC). The ‘Hounds have lost to the Lewis Flyers in their last six games against them, including losing to them in the semifinal of the GLVC Volleyball Tournament last year on Nov. 15, 2008, and in the NCAA Great Lakes Regional Semifinal on Nov. 16, 2007. The last time the Greyhounds beat the Flyers was September 8, 2007. Lewis has dominated the overall series between the two teams, 37-9. When the two teams first met on Nov. 12, 1982 it marked the beginning of a long losing streak to Lewis. The Greyhounds’ first win didn’t come till November 8, 1997, which was the first season under head coach Jody Butera. “They’re all capable of winning every game if they choose too,” said assistant coach Kyp Harasymowycz. “It’s just getting over some mental and match-up things. Lewis knows we can beat them, but they have a certain swagger. The experience of losing to the same team five to six times in a row, it beats the heck out of the kids. We have to block out the
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peal in Copenhagen for their hometown. Their rival in the campaign, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, asked the Olympic panel to choose a country that has never gotten to host the Games. “The opportunity now is to expand the Games to new continents,” Lula told the panel in his presentation. “Light the caldron in a tropical country, in the most beautiful of cities. Send a powerful message to the world that the Olympic Games belong to all people, all continents and to all humanity.” Chicago’s elimination was one of the more shocking defeats in IOC voting history. The city had long been viewed as a frontrunner. But the emotional appeals from the Obamas fell on deaf ears in the European-dominated IOC. The IOC’s last two experiences in the United States were marred by contro-
versy: The 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics were sullied by a bribery scandal, and logistical problems and a bombing marred the 1996 summer games in Atlanta. In the final days of the campaign, Chicago’s bid appeared to be gathering both momentum and clout. As it made its way to Copenhagen, the city’s delegation picked up travelers from the U.S. Senate and the Obama Cabinet. When Obama himself decided to go, it seemed like the wind was behind the U.S. bid. In the wake of the announcement Friday, though, his top aides were at a loss for answers. “I’m sure there will be quite a bit of postmortems done on this,” said David Axelrod, the president’s senior political adviser, appearing on CNN, calling himself too “engrossed” in fathoming the politics of Washington to get involved in the politics in Copenhagen.
Ten seasons into its history, the Indiana Fever has accomplished something unprecedented in the young franchise’s history. The team has made it to the WNBA Finals, only to face the league’s champions from two years ago. The Fe ver ’s fi r s t g a m e i n the finals, which will go down in WNBA history as the highestscoring contest to date, did not go according to plan as they fell DUNN to Diana Taurasi, Cappie Poindexter and the host Phoenix Mercury 120-116 in overtime on Sept. 29.The team set franchise records in points and field goal percentage with .556 in the loss. The Fever reached their Finals appearance at the expense of the Detroit Shock, taking the Eastern Conference Finals series 2-1 by defeating the Shock 62-57 in front of a sold out Conseco Fieldhouse. The Fever’s Eastern Conference championship denied the Shock their fourth consecutive championship round appearance. The Fever reached the Finals in head coach Lin Dunn’s second season on the bench. “I am very excited that Lin has agreed to take the leadership role of this team,”said Chief Operating Officer and General Manager Kelly Krauskopf said at a press conference to introduce Dunn as coach. “I look forward to building a WNBA championship team with Lin.” The Fever are three games away from reaching that goal set merely 22 months ago. In 2009, Dunn guided the Fever to a 22-12 regular-season record, including an 11-game winning streak June 9-17. The Fever collected the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference to enjoy home court advantage. It’s often said that to be the best requires beating the best. The Fever’s path to the Finals was no exception. Detroit has ended the Fever’s championship run for three consecutive seasons. In September 2008, the
Shock defeated the Fever in three games in the first-round series. In 2006 and 2008, the Shock went on to take the championship. In 2007, the Phoenix Mercury dispatched the Shock in five games to take the WNBA crown. This year, however, is different. After this year’s victory that propelled the Fever past the Shock, guard Tully Bevilaqua told Indianapolis Star columnist Bob Kravitz that she was not content with merely reaching the Finals. “I’ve already told my teammates, what you’re feeling now is only a half of what you’re going to feel when you win the championship,’’ said Bevilaqua, who won a WNBA title with the Seattle Storm in 2004. “We’re not done yet.’’ A key to the Fever’s success was the February 2008 acquisition of hometown hero Katie Douglas. The Fever traded Tamika Whitmore, its first-round pick in the 2008 draft, and Jessica Foley for the former Perry Meridian High School and Purdue University star. In Game 1, Douglas scored a playoff career-high of 30 points. She also contributed three rebounds, two assists and two steals. The Fever bounced back Oct. 1 in Game 2 in the desert, beating the Mercury 93-84. Indiana narrowly extended their winning streak at home on Oct. 4, winning 86-85 in front of a sold-out crowd. For ward Ebony Hoffman lead the Fever by scoring 18 points, including the game-winner. Perhaps, win or lose, the most important result of this playoff run will ascertain the Fever’s long-term presence DOUGLAS in Indianapolis. “ We want to keep trying to make this thing work for the city and for everybody involved. I think we’re headed in the right direction with things. Hopefully, success will help our fan base. The fan base is what we’re looking for,” said owner Herb Simon in an Indianapolis Star story on Sept. 30. Fans will have another opportunity to demonstrate their desire to keep the Fever in central Indiana with Game 4 on Oct. 7 at home. These will be the first professional basketball championship games the city has hosted since the 2000 NBA Finals. “We’ve been waiting a long time for this, so we’re excited,” Simon said in the story. “Very excited, very pleased and very proud.”
THE SCOREBOARD MEN’S CROSS COUNTRY
Oct. 3 @ Sean Earl Lakefront Invite TEAM 16 OF 39
WOMEN’S CROSS COUNTRY Oct. 3 @ Sean Earl Lakefront Invite TEAM 15 OF 34
MEN’S SOCCER
Sept. 27 @ Saint Joseph’s WIN • 2-0 Oct. 2 @ Wisconsin Parkside LOSS • 2-6 Oct. 4 @ Lewis LOSS • 0-1 OT
WOMEN’S SOCCER FOOTBALL
Sept. 26 vs. Saginaw Valley State LOSS • 13-34 Oct. 3 @ Northwood LOSS • 12-17
Sept. 23 @ Grand Valley State LOSS • 1-4 Sept. 27 @ Saint Joseph’s WIN • 1-0 Oct. 2 @ Wisconsin Parkside WIN • 1-0 Oct. 4 @ Lewis WIN • 1-0
MEN’S GOLF
Sept. 20-21 @ Great Lakes Falls Regional TEAM 4th of 24 Sept. 28-29 @ Ken Partridge UIndy Collegiate TEAM 3rd of 18
WOMEN’S GOLF
Sept. 20-21 @ Screaming Eagle Classic TEAM 1st of 11 Sept. 26-27 @ GLVC Championship Preview TEAM 1st of 10
VOLLEYBALL
Sept. 25 @ Missouri-St. Louis WIN • 4-1 Sept. 26 @ Missouri S&T WIN • 3-0 Oct. 2 vs. Illinois-Springfield WIN • 3-0 Oct. 3 vs. Quincy WIN • 3-0
MEN’S TENNIS Oct. 4 vs. IUPUI LOSS • 0-7
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THE REFLECTOR
OCTOBER 7, 2009
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