A weekly publication by Loras College students
Vol. 90, Issue 11
Feb. 23, 2012
The Daughters slay the Knights The White man for the job Kevin White, a former Loras athletic director, will return to campus as the 2012 commencement speaker by NICK joos
co-executive editor
The commencement speaker for the May 19 graduation ceremony will be Kevin White, a former Loras athletic director and current Duke University athletic director and vice president,. Dr. White began his Loras career as athletic director in 1982. Three years later, he became the dean of students and vice president of student development. At the time, he revitalized the National Catholic Basketball Tournament. He also directed Loras’ re-entry into the Iowa Conference. After Loras, White worked at various institutions, including the University of Maine, Tulane, Notre Dame and Arizona State. In 2008, he accepted the job of vice president and director of athletics at Duke. Duke has seen athletic success under White’s administration, including championships in women’s tennis in 2009, men’s basketball in 2010 and men’s lacrosse in 2010. They have earned Kevin White nine Atlantic Coast Conference titles (three in 2011) under his leadership. It is evident that, even though he’s bounced around in the professional field, his heart hasn’t strayed from the hills of Loras. “It is an honor to have Kevin White back on campus to serve as our commencement speaker,” said President Jim Collins. “Kevin’s leadership at Loras and his successful career since are a tribute to his dedication to higher education and intercollegiate athletics. He has deep affection for Loras and continues to say it is one of the most ‘magical’ places he has ever served. Kevin is a tremendous leader, a man of faith, an outstanding role model and a great friend. Kevin’s message will serve as a lifelong inspiration for the Loras Class of 2012.” “Kevin is a caring, responsible and professional figure,” added Sue Hafkemeyer, director of communications. “He’s a great choice.” Some information in this article was taken via a Loras College press release.
photos by LEAH SEDelle CHAPMAN
The Daughters of Isabella celebrate their one-point victory over the Knights of Columbus during a charity basketball game at the Fieldhouse that helped kick off Siblings Weekend on campus on Friday.
Knights of Columbus and Daughters of Isabella raise money for Catholic Relief Services money raised: more than $130. In total, 11 Daughters, coached by Megan Moore, and 13 This past Friday, an intense battle of basketball was played Knights, coached by Blake Neebel and Tony Gates, played in in the Fieldhouse between the men of the Knights of Colum- the game. Also, color commentating was provided by Glenn Pohland, Loras band director, and Fr. William Joenson, the bus and the women of the Daughters of Isabella. The object of the game wasn’t necessarily to see which team director of Campus Spiritual Life and Daughters Chaplain. Both teams played with sucould win,. Ultimately, it was perb sportsmanship and basketball about raising money for Cathskills, guided by the fine referees olic Relief Services, the official Daniel Thole and Jason Eilers. international humanitarian agenIn the first half, the Knights and cy of the Catholic Church. Daughters were neck in neck, but This third-annual Knights soon the Knights pulled ahead by vs. Daughters basketball game 10 points by halftime. However, came about as a fun social event the Daughters did not give up hope in the spring of 2010. and rallied late. “It [the game] started as a The Daughters completed the just-for-fun social event for the comeback with a basket in the wanKnights and Daughters,” said ing seconds of the game for a oneCharlene Becicka, the Regent A trio of seminarians spice up the point victory, 52-51. The winning of the Daughters. “It was turned basketball game. points were credited to Julia Arth. It into a charity basketball game for the first time last year and, due to its success, we decided was the first win for the Daughters since the rivalry started. “It’s a great event because it’s all about having fun,” to host it to benefit charity again this year.” The event was successful once again. Besides the fact that Becicka added. “It’s a wonderful opportunity for our camthe Fieldhouse bleachers were filled with fans supporting pus community to grow in fellowship as we gather to suptheir friends, success also was measured in the amount of port a great cause.”.
by K.T. HEIDORN staff writer
CAB reels in Reel Big Fish by rajendra thakurathi co-executive editor
The College Activities Board announced that a ska punk band from California, “Reel Big Fish,” will perform at the annual SpringFest concert in May. The band rose to prominence in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Best-known for its 1997 hit single “Sell Out,” the band maintains an underground following after switching to their independent label in 2006. Their latest studio albums include “Fame, Fortune and Fornication,” which consists of 10 cover songs and “A Best of Us for the Rest of Us,” which features a 22-track disc of rerecorded songs and a 14-track disc of “Skacoustic” versions. The annual SpringFest concert has featured a diverse range of concerts in the past with popular bands like Matt and Kim, Eve6 and SafetySuit, among others. “We’re really excited and we feel that there will be a nice crowd at the event,” said junior Michael “Mooch” Donnelly, the CAB concerts executive. CAB booked the band for $17,000. The band will play in the Fieldhouse on May 11 at 8 p.m. Doors will open at 7 p.m. The show is free to the students at Loras and costs $10 for the public.
courtesy of AMPMAGAZINE.COM