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[ THIS MONTH’S ]

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Crescent version 2.0 With a new year comes change. Crescent Magazine is revamped and ready to dish out some more college culture.

magazine does not please its readers by simply maintaining the status quo, making only the slightest alterations to story selection and design. A good publication is constantly re-evaluating and adjusting based on the responses of its readers. We at Crescent Magazine hope we have accomplish this. Based on answers from last year’s surveys, we found readers were pretty happy with the magazine — for the most part. We learned reader likes and dislikes. We found out that certain topics had run their course, and others could stand to be examined more broadly. We learned that some people got bent out of shape about things that didn’t bother others at all. We found out that sometimes we are funny, and other times no one got our humor. As always, we will do our best to present fun and interesting topics that are relevant to students’ lives. But we will also be trying to get at the heart of some serious issues affecting college students today, starting now. Adderall abuse and dating violence are two subjects that go widely unnoticed by members of our age group. Whether this is because students don’t feel these issues apply to them or are somehow under the impression that such things don’t happen in their world, we believe these issues are not being discussed as much as they might be. We are breaking the silence, making sure campus is informed. Adderall abuse is on the rise, and while we can understand why more and more students are taking the drug, we want to make sure they understand the repercussions of that choice. This is not an article advocating or condemning the use of Adderall, but rather a keen look at the pharmacology of the drug and a presentation of what happens after the fact, with insight from students who have, themselves, been there. October is also Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and by devoting an article to the prevalence of dating violence, we hope to help keep students safe. We want students — both men and women — to arm themselves so they won’t end up in dangerous situations. Defining abuse is a necessary step in recognizing abuse — acknowledging whether it is happening to you or someone you know. By spreading awareness, in the form of identifiable signs and stages, we hope to aid in its prevention and come, ultimately, a little closer to abolishing dating violence as a whole. On a side note, we would like to thank Melissa Weisman, ‘10, designer extraordinaire and the most exactly correct person we know, for returning to campus to help us with the October issue and training our new ad designers. You’re just stellar. w Wondering about Campus Crime and what’s happening with Student Congress? visit uecrescentmagazine.com every week for updates

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6 In the Know 8 Through the Lens

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9 Schitzengiggles 10 Off the Wall 11 Janky vs. Juicy 12 Fascinating People: Little Miss Sunshine 15 Adderall: Amping up with Fatty Addys

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18 The Many Faces of Kazee 21 Food

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22 Dating Violence: Hidden Harm 24 Health & Science

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26 A Conversation With 28 Entertainment 31 Life in Hell 31 Campus Comment 32 Read with Passion 33 A Closer Look 34 The Lists 36 Just the Facts 36 Crossword

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[ SPORTS ] by Mindy Kurtz

Intramurals make up a majority of campus. Halls, clubs, even groups of friends.” —Andrew Sertich about kicking ass and taking names. To get that point across, IMs are divided into three leagues — A, B and C — based on skill and competitive level. The A-league is as competitive as it gets. This is where you’ll find those who take their sport seriously. With tensions high — all teams vying to make playoffs, A-league games can get a little ugly. “We’ve had to eject people from games before,” Richter said. “It gets crazy sometimes.” B-league is more relaxed but retains that good dose of friendly competition. This is the ideal level for the person who enjoys playing but is still looking to goof around a bit. C-league is just for kicks. Sometimes they don’t even keep score. “I’ve played C-league basketball before,” Sertich said. “We were taking halfcourt shots and all sorts of crazy stuff.”

did you know... More than 300 students participated in each IM sport last year, with Ultimate Frisbee gaining bragging rights for being the most popular event offered. 4

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ontrary to popular belief, intramurals are not just for Greeks. IMs can appeal to anyone, and for the six supervisors, making that known to everyone is a priority. “I’m not Greek, and I play almost every sport,” said senior Melissa Richter, an IM supervisor. “It’s very easy to get involved if you want to.” IMs are also not just for men. Richter is the lone female supervisor, but this provides her with a unique perspective — one that is sometimes neglected in the face of testosterone-filled sports. “I like hanging out with all the guy supervisors,” she said. “I keep the cool between all of them sometimes and get to give a feminine perspective.” Despite all the misconceptions, IMs are extremely popular. In past years, events such as soccer and flag football have had nearly 400 participants, and Ultimate Frisbee boasts an even larger following. “Intramurals make up a majority of campus,” said senior Andrew Sertich, also an IM supervisor. “Halls, clubs, even groups of friends.” Some students are pressured by their already-full schedules. Others are dissuaded by fears of looking stupid or letting down their teams. But IMs aren’t all

finding YOUR inner jock Intramurals are already a hot commodity on campus — the program is looking to make it even hotter. For those who were born without any hint of the athletic gene and cannot be convinced to participate, keep in mind that spectators are a big part of IMs as well. Some events this year will incorporate fans by promoting themes, such as the Halloween Euchre Tournament and 5-K Run/ Walk. On-lookers can win prizes and not even have to break a sweat. These themed events are the result of a series of changes taking place. At the head of this new wave is Rob Latva, Fitness Center assistant director, and he’s out to bring some much-needed modifications to events by including such things as wiffleball and making sure events are well organized and publicized. “I didn’t want to come in and do a major overhaul,” he said, “but we are making some changes.” Another feature is the free agent list, where students who aren’t already members of a team can join one. There were several women from different residence halls this year who were looking for a soccer team but couldn’t find any

friends wanting to play. “It was really great to make a team out of the free agent list,” he said. “It’s taking [women], all from different dorms and walks of life and getting them to play together.” Club sports — teams that travel to play neighboring colleges — are also making a buzz this year. Club sports are expected to start in the spring, but before anything is set in stone, a survey is circulating to ensure a good financial investment for both the staff and students involved. “In my perfect world, the three clubs we would start first would be men’s and women’s soccer and Ultimate Frisbee,” Latva said. “We have the facilities; it’s low cost to students and we have enough universities in the area who would play.” Watching IMs can also be an entertaining way to spend a night with friends — not to mention they’re free. Cheering on classmates is a great way to get to know others. No matter how you choose to become involved with IMs, you are ensured an exciting and

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ll gummy bears are not created equal, at least not in Rob Latva’s mouth. In his hometown of Lowell, Mich., there is a small butcher shop that makes its own gummy bears and worms. “I’m not very big on desserts, but I love their gummy worms,” he said. “I make sure to buy pounds of them every time I go home.” Latva’s upbringing in Lowell also involved sports. He played soccer at a young age and often played hockey in the winter. “It’s a little odd, but my favorite smell is the smell of a hockey rink,” he said. In high school Latva lettered in football and hockey. Though he did not carry his love for hockey with him to college, football fever remained. There, he got a taste of IMs by playing flag football at Bowling Green State University. “I’m a football junkie,” he said. At BGSU, Latva worked around sports and officiated games until he was offered a job. “My supervisor literally said, ‘Hey someone will pay you to do this,’” he recalled. “Supervising became my extracurricular activity.” Latva appreciates the welcome he received from UE’s experienced staff of student supervisors. “It’s undervalued what a veteran student staff can do to help a new person transition,” he said. “I mean, the students are the face of the program. They’re the ones who are out there every night.” And Latva’s ideas for the program are sure to make a splash. With the first signs of fall appearing, he is prepared to give IMs a jump-start that won’t fade with the leaves. w

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[ IN THE KNOW ]

Lodato also encourages students to check out a new writing service: tutors who are available for impromptu paper writing advice from 7–10 p.m. Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Moore Hall computer lab.

Secret Services Revealing the little-known opportunities students should take advantage of by Cassie Gutman

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A college student’s favorite word is “free.” Some of UE’s hot spots offer most, if not all, services free to students. These unknown freebies aren’t even difficult to find; faculty and staff are more than willing to direct students to these useful services. Health Center Students do not have the time or money to get sick. Exponentially increasing prices causes them to skip the drugstore and ignore their symptoms altogether. What many students don’t know is that the Health Center offers a variety of free medications to treat those early-morning migraines or worst-ever allergy symptoms. Becky Ziliak, Health Center director, said the center offers basic first aid and over-the-counter medications to relieve pain or congestion — all at no cost to students. The center also provides strep throat and pregnancy testing and runs blood pressure checks. The center even loans crutches to those who need them — perhaps following surgery or sports-related injuries. Ziliak reminds students that free condoms are available just inside the door. Once a semester, Matthew 25 AIDS Services Inc. sponsors a free HIV testing for students at the center. Ziliak said all testing is confidential. And whether it’s an ear infection or a headache, she recommends coming to the center sooner rather than later. “Oftentimes, students come in long after they should have gotten medicine or seen the doctor,” Ziliak said. The doctor or nurse practitioner is available five days a week to prescribe medicine, order labs and refer for xrays. Call the center at 488–2033 to set up an appointment. Hours are 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday–Friday. Academic Support Services Many students struggle to keep up with their heavy college workloads. Ac-

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ademic Support Services, recently relocated to Clifford Library, offers help to all students. Linda Bathon, Support Services director, encourages students who feel challenged by their courses to be proactive and pay the office a visit. Bathon will first direct students seeking supplemental instruction to existing group tutoring sessions. Group sessions, she said, are available for many areas of study and are led by department-approved tutors — many of whom have excelled in key courses or are majors in the subjects they teach. If students need additional oneon-one assistance or find that a group session is not available for a subject they’re struggling with, those students may meet with Bathon to set up an individual tutor. She is available from 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday–Friday, but depending upon the schedule and personal preference of each student and assigned tutor, individualized instruction may take place any time of day or night. There is an additional branch of Support Services that caters specifically to writing. In the Writing Center, tutors from all different majors work with students on developing their papers, providing assistance throughout the entire writing process, said Patti Lodato, center director. “By no means can [a student] bring a paper here and drop it off,” she said. “[The center’s] focus is on improving the students as writers.” To make an appointment, call 488– 2391 at least 24 hours in advance of your preferred meeting date. The center is open from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Tuesday– Thursday and 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Fridays.

Multimedia Center Located on the second floor of Graves Hall, the Multimedia Center is one of the least-recognized gems on campus. The center assists students in improving their studies, focusing on presentations and classroom projects. Jeanette Oakley, Education Services and Multimedia Center director, encourages students to head to the center for their project-making needs, rather than running to the nearest craft store. She said she loves helping students and wants to get the word out that the center is available for everyone to use. The center has printers, paper cutters, scanners and 14 computers. Color copiers and laminators are available for use at 10 cents per copy and 30 cents per foot of lamination. Oakley said the center also sells construction paper, pocket folders, posters and other supplies for a nominal price. Digital and video cameras are also available to check out. The center has six large tables that are useful for group study. Since the center is in a somewhat secluded location, it is a quiet and comfortable place to work. It is open from 7:30 a.m–8 p.m. Monday–Thursday and 7:30 a.m.– 4 p.m. Fridays. To reach the center, call 488–2393. Bower-Suhrheinrich Library The Bower-Suhrheinrich Library is more than a big building in the middle of campus. While students may know what services are offered, there are a few great programs that go unnoticed. One such service is the Research Assistance Program. With all references open for student use, deciding which source is best for an assignment can be overwhelming — to say the least. Randy Abbott, head reference librarian, said students can make appointments for the program, where they will be paired with a librarian to help with their research. About 115 students utilized the program last year, Abbott said,

adding that that’s not very many. Through RAP, students work closely with librarians to figure out what databases to search, how to obtain sources and how to use interlibrary loan. RAP allows you specialized help with your research, while simultaneously improving your own researching skills. The library isn’t all books and journals — students can check out movies too. The library has a fair-sized movie collection, both DVD and VHS. Abbott said students can search through the list of movies available on the library’s website, or they can stop by and have a librarian unlock the case and manually browse the selection. Movies can be checked out for a 24-hour period. Students are also allowed to check out bound periodicals. The library has some dating back to the early 20th century, Abbott said. These are available to check out for a 24-hour period. The library is open from 7:45 a.m.– midnight Monday–Thursday, 7:45 a.m.–6 p.m. Fridays, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Saturdays and noon–midnight Sundays. Library personnel can be reached at 488–2376. w

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[ THROUGH THE LENS ] A monthly look at campus happenings

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creaming fans and raw athletic talent always drive the men’s soccer team. With the MVC season about to get underway, the Aces hope to improve on their 5–4–1 conference record from last season. While the start of the MVC Tournament is a little more than a month away, UE hopes to finish the regular season strong and better last year’s second-place tournament finish.

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w Keeping his balance under control, midfielder Ryan Buda battles Alabama A&M midfielder Cesar Ramirez before directing the ball safely away. w Jumping the jumble of legs and maneuvering between Alabama A&M midfielders Moses Ayo Adreniran and Moctar Konate, midfielder Ryan Robinson presses forward and sends the ball to a teammate.

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w After headbutting the ball, midfielder Ryan Buda ends up directly in the path of East Tennessee State forward Itode Fubara and is suddenly part of a two-man pileup.

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[ SCHITZENGIGGLES ]

From the dawn of time — century to century, summer to summer — we’ve learned how to best expend our time: the inalienable truth that...

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You are going to die. Even if you don’t routinely have Sean Connery kicking your house open to remove your head with a katana, it’s a fairly well-accepted, scientific fact that you will die someday. So your chances at immortality remain pretty slim all across the board. Indeed, you are likely not an immortal swordsman, and therefore, what you do with your pitiful sum of time before your swan-dive off the mortal coil matters quite a lot. It may alarm you to know that your time on this earth is being forcibly squandered. An expectation rests on our shoulders — the unrelenting urge to fill our bleak, aimless summers by getting a job. I don’t really understand what drives people our age to undertake this great masochism, but I suppose it can be swept under the same scruffy rug of pure illogic, printed with such words as “boredom,” “greed” or general “attrition of the soul.” While some may convincingly argue that a person needs to work for a variety of reasons, all of them are poorly founded. Let’s start at the front. “But Regan, I have no money. I need money to live.” That’s just not true. What you need to live is food and water. Luckily, both can be found in a bowl of Ramen noodles, which can be plundered from your parents’ pantry or a friend’s residence hall room. Mix it with eggs, and you have a “Ramlette.” That’s nutrition cooked with lightning. As far as boredom is concerned, I remain undaunted. It’s

only an indication of your own laziness — a laziness so profound you don’t even know how to be lazy. When you’re young and free to run and jump and skydive and binge-drink or whatever, being bored means you’re trying hard to remain uninteresting and turning yourself into a member of the sulking, clockpunching masses won’t do much to help. The thought of resumebuilding is lost on me. Since some fat cat employer is not likely to look at your history of allegiance to Sandwich Wrappers Inc., chew his stogie and breathlessly say, “My God.” He’ll probably think you’re the intern, and he’ll tell you what he wants for lunch. If you were paying attention just now, and if this were to hypothetically happen, you could call yourself a success. Running that sandwich for this Jabba-the-Yuppie just might land you where you wanted to go. Granted, you’re only going to be making coffee and copies for a few years, but no hours of your few, precious summers were harmed in the making of this perfect opportunity. For some, neither of these conditions is in play. As it happened with me, sometimes our parents force us to take a summer job. Their good intentions are of this variety: “Because you are at the age of taking on responsibility, it’s finally time for you to take responsibility.” Excuse me, I didn’t make that sound stupid enough. “Because you’ve been learning how to become an adult since you were born, it’s time for you to learn to be an adult.” The thought never occurs to us to

inquire of our parents just what the hell they’ve been doing for the past 16 years. Instead, we often succumb and quickly realize that doing one of these jobs, be it delivering newspapers, washing dogs or scrubbing urinals, has a funny way of clogging the chambers of one’s heart with a sticky, black loathing for life. I’ve done my time. I too have given all my sweat-addled summers to a corporation, a well-known one in this area, and it suckled every fluid my body produces as I rotted away from the inside out. What did I take away from it? Sheer anonymity, tan lines of heart-stopping contrast and the suspicion that humankind is completely unsalvageable. In fact, I’m so severely, psychologically burned by my line of work that I don’t feel at liberty to say exactly what it was, but let it be known that I’ve garnered a lifelong respect for people who sweat every day for little money, never making a sound. I so fear having to live dayto-day in such an immense squalor that even “summer jobs” have fallen into the realm of “Regan’s Taboos,” right before “swallowing thumbtacks.” My years of service to that friendly, ghastly corporate conglomeration has steeled my resolve to live, and by God, my existence will retain its meaning, no matter how many times I cast myself from the social cliff, seeking that brief sensation of immortality, of real, palpable youth. “Life,” as acutely observed by a syphilitic Oscar Wilde, “is too important to be taken seriously.” w

While some may convincingly argue that a person needs to work for a variety of reasons, all of them are poorly founded.

w Regan Campbell, a senior creative writing major from Vincennes, presents his special brand of humor on life’s lighter moments.

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Fore won’t help Birdies and eagles were the last thing on a California golfer’s mind after he accidentally hit a rock with his club and ignited a 12acre forest fire at the Shady Canyon Golf Club in Irvine, Calif. No homes were destroyed, but it did count as a stroke.

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The full monty A 51-year-old English man was awoken when he heard his car being started. He rushed outside — in the nude — and jumped into the passenger’s seat, asking the thief just where he was headed. Turns out nudity is a more effective thiefdeterrent than even car alarms.

Oddlaws Indecent Acts

It is illegal for a man to be — knowingly or intentionally — sexually aroused in public or for him to engage in deviant sexual conduct.

Pet Nuisance Ordinance

In the Bluegrass State, dogs may not molest cars, as it is an undesirable action, causing annoyance and disrupting community welfare.

Escape of Exotic Animal

In Canton, if someone misplaces a pet tiger, that person must notify the authorities of the loss within the hour.

Throwing & Shooting

One must obtain written permission from the Mount Vernon City Council before throwing missiles onto a highway.

Grazing on Public Property

It is illegal to permit one’s llama to graze or run at large on Boulder city property, unless of course you get permission from the city.

Unlawful Use of Body Vests

It is illegal to wear a bulletproof vest while committing a murder or when fleeing the scene of the crime. by james mcleod

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go hog wild, eat country ham month

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national liver awareness month

• For how much abuse it takes, it’s time to show your favorite organ a little love.

One too many servings After something went down the wrong pipe, a Massachusetts man arrived at the hospital with shortness of breath. After several tests, doctors found a half-inch pea plant had sprouted in his lung. Like a hole in the head A Polish man was surprised when a .22 caliber bullet was removed from his head instead of a cyst. The bullet was lodged in the back of his skull for five years, courtesy of one unruly New Year’s party. Bring on the zombie apocalypse Students at the University of Baltimore will be prepared if zombies ever attack. The school is offering a course on zombie movies and comics. The professor claims that zombie stories directly reflect our times. Remember, students: aim for the head. compliments of the Daily Telegraph, United Kingdom

Just a few of our favorite things The Pratone Lounge Chair brings the comfort of grass inside. Designed by the Italian-based Gruppo Strum, the tall, polyurethane foam strands support the user to simulate reclining in a meadow. Designmatcher.com, an internationally renowned design portal, describes the Pratone chair as “an allegory of a longing for nature, which came to the fore during the late 1960s as part of the hippie protest against a glutted consumer society.” Even though

Janky: Dumpster Diving — They may say one man’s trash is another’s treasure, but really it’s just gross. Have some class; stay out of the trash. Juicy: Skydiving — Take your thrill-seeking to new heights. Jumping out of a plane for that instant adrenaline rush? Yes, please.

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Janky: Nipple Bra — If you want to constantly look like there’s a cold breeze blowing, by all means sport this piece of shifty shapewear. Otherwise, avoid this “Madonna cone effect” and its poky plastic nips by simply going bold and braless. Juicy: Water Bra — This bra is bouncy and squishy; what’s not to love? It’s literally juicy. Janky: Vajazzling — Rhinestones tacked to your downstairs area for up to three days? This fad takes the tacky bedazzled denim jacket to a whole new level. Juicy: Cleaning Up — Trim the hedges occassionally. You can look good without your vagina resembling a pair of Lady Gaga’s glasses. Janky: Eye Shots — Pouring straight vodka into your eye sounds really pleasant and all, but is that instant drunk really worth the destruction of your retina? Juicy: Icing — Bruise your buddy’s ego without causing bodily harm. Slam a Smirnoff Ice in front of your friend and watch as he drops to one knee and pounds it back. You just got iced!

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[ FASCINATING PEOPLE ]

Little Miss

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From mid-conversation cartwheels to involvement in the community, junior Andrea Weber can brighten anyone’s day without even trying.

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he said. “She was very sweet and considerate, soft spoken — the kind of person you have to try to get to know, but it’s worth it.” More comfortable behind-the-scenes, Weber didn’t expect to find herself in a leadership position when she joined Impact a year ago, but when UE’s original community outreach leader quit, she was more than willing to fill in. “Andrea is one that always sees what needs to be done and does it,” Schew said. Of course, the fact that she absolutely adores children made the situation a little easier to take. “I think it’s just how open they are,” Weber said. “They haven’t reached that whole self-conscious thing yet, and they remind me that I don’t have to be. They’re not

n the middle of a torrential downpour, without a raincoat, very few people would be willing to climb onto a rooftop just to drop some crash test eggs, carefully wrapped in plastic and tape. But junior Andrea Weber was prepared to risk her safety if it meant brightening a gloomy Saturday for the children who’d put so much effort into creating the perfect egg safety devices. “She just looks at the world differently, and it leads her to do little things differently,” junior Nick Joyner said. Probably one of the shyest people you’ll ever meet, Weber manages to keep her odd quirks and community involvement pretty well under wraps, preferring to leave the spotlight for someone else. “She loves all this stuff [she’s involved in] but very much doesn’t take the credit for it, which is pretty admirable,” junior Jenna Clark said. But Weber’s caring nature couldn’t stay hidden forever. When she began to work with Impact Ministries — a bimonthly children’s ministry that teaches lessons on working together, environmentalism and sharing — she caught the attention of quite a few people. “The first thing I noticed was that this girl kept showing up with more people,” said Jane Schew, Impact’s volunteer coordinator. “I was out there beating the bushes [to get volunteers], and here she is with more people each week. I think it’s her enthusiasm.” Joyner, Weber’s boyfriend, said the irresistible pull of Andrea’s enthusiasm was never easy to fight. “I was pretty much instantly after her,”

to say [I do it for] the satisfaction, but that’s not the right word. I guess it’s just one of those things you’d have to experience.” Weber isn’t the only one having fun; according to other Impact volunteers, the children can’t wait to see her every week. “Nobody is ever going to listen to you until they have a relationship with you,” Schew said. “There have been so many missed opportunities because people think they can come one hour a year and they’ll make a difference.” Where others often fail, Weber takes the

“[Andrea] just looks at the world differently, and it leads her to do little things differently.” —Nick Joyner afraid, and they’re so free to love.” In fact, she’s gotten involved in numerous children-oriented outreach programs. From working at summer camps to travelling to an orphanage in Mexico, volunteering — especially when it involves children — isn’t a chore for Weber. “She loves helping people and teaching kids,” Joyner said. “It doesn’t matter how the kid looks or acts or where they’re from. She’s just constantly engaging on as many levels as she can.” She enjoys her involvement in Impact so much, she’s yet to take off a Saturday. “It’s a good break from school, just to go have fun with the kids,” Weber said. “I want

time to build relationships with the Impact children. When she asks how things are going, it isn’t in the abstract: She knows that one boy had a basketball game last week, while another was dealing with bullying issues. And because she consistently takes the time to care and listen, the children know they can count on her smiling face waiting for them every single time. “She’s my dream volunteer,” Schew said. “I would say that the biggest distinguishing feature with Andrea is that volunteers are very hit and miss, but every time I open the doors, there she is.” When those doors open, it’s not only Weber who’s waiting. Each week, she brings

along anywhere from six to 10 other college students, ready and willing to help in any way they can. Schew said the Passport Program couldn’t function without Weber and the other UE volunteers. For Weber, it’s about sharing something she loves with other people, as well as making sure the Passport Program can continue to take place. “It’s caring about those kids, bringing more people so they can have more oppor-

tunities, more Saturdays and even just more people to get to know,” she said. With summer behind and a lot of latenight study sessions looming ahead, Weber has some advice for anyone interested in escaping school and getting involved in the community. “Find something that you love to do,” Weber said. “There are animal shelters, retirement homes and assisted living — lots of places. Find something and take people with you so it becomes something greater.” As for Weber, she’s going to continue doing somersaults in the middle of conversations, smiling at everyone she passes on her way to class and going to Impact every other Saturday ready and willing to do whatever it takes to make sure those kids have a good time — even if that means putting her life on the line for a bunch of eggs. “She’s just wonderful, perfectly wonderful,” Joyner said. “Always optimistic and looking on the bright side, thinking about others more than herself. She’s about as stereotypically good as you can get.” w

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Not quite able to jump rope while wearing flip-flops, junior Andrea Weber laughs at being out-jumped by one of the children during an afternoon of play at Impact Ministries.

10 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT ANDREA… • She can’t stand seafood because she thinks it smells. • She loves the smell of laundry vents and freshly cut grass. • She measures salt by dumping it into her hand before putting it on her food. • When she can’t think of the right word, she makes one up. Her favorite is “ridiculocerity.”

• If she were a cartoon character, she would be Dory from “Finding Nemo” because they’re both all over the place. • She likes getting messy and muddy, but not all the time. • She loves organizing things. One time, she made a schedule of her boyfriend’s life — just for fun.

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[ DATING VIOLENCE ]

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by Kristin Benzinger

Although it often goes unnoticed, dating violence is an issue that affects college students. With the start of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, addressing the problem head-on is the best form of protection.

e called her before she went to bed like always, saying he wanted his voice to be the last she heard before falling asleep. After a slew of sweet words, he told her to sleep well, and they hung up their phones. Floating from all the compliments, she rolled over in bed and hugged her pillow tight. But it so happened her boyfriend was the extremely jealous type, and insecurity got the best of him. He asked a friend to call her phone — just to check. When she answered, she gave her boyfriend all the ammo he needed. The next call she received was void of sweet talk; her boyfriend blasted her with insults and accusations. He insisted she’d lied about going to bed. This browbeating carried on for weeks. Finally, she got the message — she never again answered her phone after they exchanged goodnights. Dating violence is the term used to describe abuse — be it physical, emotional, sexual or technological — when partners are not married or living together. Abusive relationships are usually hard to recognize because conflict often builds gradually and may seem normal to those involved. Typically, abuse is pinpointed by an outside source because victims refuse or are unable to recognize the violence. College students are not immune to these types of relationships. With college being a time where many are experiencing their first serious relationships, not knowing what

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abuse can lead them down a dangerous path. A U.S. Department of Justice study on intimate partner violence reports the highest rate of domestic or dating violence occurs in the 20–24 age group for both men and women. That said, it is important to remember that dating violence does not discriminate; research shows that abusers and victims come from all ethnicities, orientations, creeds and genders. “Abusers can be anybody and everybody,” said Sophia Blaha, community outreach specialist for Albion Fellows Bacon Center. It’s true; abuse doesn’t just happen to women. The U.S. Department of Justice reports that an estimated 24,000 men admit being abused by intimate partners each year, but most abuse of men goes unreported. It goes unreported because men have a number of fears. They are afraid of being seen as unmanly, that they will not be believed, that certain things are expected of their gender. They blame themselves for the incidents; they feel embarrassed or ashamed or are in denial. The Albion website states about half of all couples undergo some form of a violent incident, and for a fourth of these partners, this is a familiar occurrence. Abuse can come in many varieties. Often, when one thinks of dating violence, the tried image of a beat-up woman comes to mind, but that is far from the full picture of abuse. Most forms cannot be seen. “They won’t give you a black eye on the first date,” said Jessica Zellers, health education coordinator. “Most abusers, by all accounts, are very charming people.” Many stigmas are attached to dating violence, but in order for change to oc-

Cycle of Violence

Abuse is an ongoing pattern of behavior. Over time, it may escalate and occur frequently.

TENSION-BUILDING STAGE • Both people feel the pressure building. • This stage may last a few hours, several months or even years. • Victim tries to keep the abuser happy.

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cur, a broader understanding of this type of abuse and its many different forms is needed. w Emotional/Psychological Abuse The most common form of abuse is emotional. This type of abuse is the key to gaining control over one’s partner. Brandi Watson, Albion community outreach program coordinator, explained that you rarely find physical abuse without emotional abuse having occurred first. Unfortunately, emotional abuse can also be one of the hardest forms to recognize. It includes such behaviors as criticizing, putting a partner down, isolating a partner from friends or family, manipulating, threatening or demanding all of the partner’s attention. w Technological Abuse In this era of Facebook, Twitter and texting, technology has brought dating violence to a whole new level. Watson said that abusers can now get social networking passwords and even phone records, allowing them to constantly check up on their partners. It is important to recognize the line between normal concern and dangerous obsessing. “Cell phones have become electronic leashes,” Watson said. The result is that victims ultimately avoid these resources out of fear that their partner will disapprove, Watson added. w Physical Abuse When violence is mentioned most people assume it refers to physical abuse; it is the easiest to recognize. But the classic black eye is not the only indication that someone is being harmed. Other in-

VIOLENT EPISODE • Abuser explodes and becomes violent. • May include emotional, physical or sexual violence. • Almost always happens privately.

HONEYMOON STAGE • Abuser promises to change and not hurt the victim again. • Abuser pleads or tries to make the victim feel guilty. • May buy gifts, make promises and do anything it takes to keep the victim from leaving.

dicators include: pinching, slapping, biting, shoving, being restrained or hit with objects, punched — anything that puts the victim in physical danger. w Sexual Abuse Sex is not a bargaining chip. When in a relationship, one should never feel as if their partner is forcing them into performing sexual acts. Using sex to manipulate, punish or reward is sexual abuse. While understanding the different types of dating violence is important, the key to prevention is recognizing the warning signs. Abusers’ behaviors are manipulative, but they come across as sincere. These behaviors include: controlling conduct, keeping tabs on actions and whereabouts, nonstop calls or text messages, unfounded accusations regarding flirting or cheating, snooping, destroying personal property, setting and enforcing rules and influencing decisions about personal appearance. There are other behaviors assumed by abusers, but these are a few of the most common. Abuse also occurs in a cycle — a circular pattern that intensifies over time. In the first stage of the cycle of violence, known as tension-building, pressure builds and there may be a lot of arguments, blame and anger between partners. There is no set timeline for how long each stage will last, but eventually the relationship will move on to violent episodes. This stage may consist of physical, sexual or emotional violence. After the violent episode, the couple will enter a honeymoon stage. “Most victims live for the honeymoon stage,” explained Blaha, and some will resort to provoking the violent episode just to reach the honeymoon stage again.

She said this stage is full of apologies and promises that the abuse will never happen again, adding that, this way, it is easier for the victim to dismiss the violence and only remember the promises. After the honeymoon stage, there is a calm period where the abuser will gradually regain control without using violence. This stage lasts for a period of time before the relationship returns to tension-building, and the cycle begins again. If you or someone you know is experiencing dating violence, it may be difficult to know what course of action to take. Immediate physical danger needs to be reported. Safety & Security is a simple phone call away at 6911, or you can contact Albion’s crisis hotline at 812– 422–5622. For most victims, it takes several tries before they are able to successfully leave their abusive partners. The best way to assist someone in an abusive relationship is to help the person understand what is taking place. Shed light on a situation by saying something like, “When you say he or she did this, that scares me.” Zellers said start by talking — be supportive, offer help and do not judge. If your friend is talking about the abuse experienced, it is a positive first step. Don’t threaten to end the friendship if he or she stays in the relationship. The abuser is already trying to isolate the victim — do not aid this behavior. Knowing how to recognize what constitutes abuse, versus a healthy relationship, is your best defense. “Listen to you own gut,” Zellers said. “Don’t spend time with someone who makes you feel bad about yourself. We all deserve to be with someone who loves us for who we are.” w

CALM STAGE • Gradually the abuser believes he has re-established control. • Abuser is not sorry for what he has done. Victim accepts his behavior, and there is a period of calm. Unless something is done (such as the victim leaving or both parties receiving counseling) to break the cycle, it will repeat itself by returning to the tension-building stage.

Ask Yourself Does your partner snoop in your belongings or violate your privacy? Do you feel as if no one else would like you if your partner didn’t?

Do you feel controlled or intimidated by your partner? Has your partner ever hit, slapped, punched, pushed or kicked you? Has your partner ever harmed your belongings to get a reaction out of you? Have you altered your normal, everyday activities so you won’t upset your partner? Are you afraid of your partner becoming violent? Has your partner ever pressured you sexually? Does your partner pretend he or she is doing you a favor by staying with you?

Victims of abusive relationships suffer the above. If you can answer “yes” to one or more of these questions, you may be a victim of dating violence. If you or someone you know is a victim, contact Albion Fellows Bacon Center at 812–422–5622. For oncampus assistance, make an appointment with Counseling Services by calling 812–488–2663. For emergency situations, contact Safety & Security at 812–488–6911 and ask to be connected with the counselor on call. Information provided by Albion Fellows Bacon Center

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[ UE’S 23RD PRESIDENT ]

by Kaitlin Bonifant & Rachel Solava

UE’s newest president discusses his love of tea, garage band-rock and his vision for his new campus

he newest addition to UE’s campus is learning the ropes — right along with freshmen. President Thomas Kazee assumed his duties June 1 as UE’s 23rd president and will be inaugurated this weekend. Coming to UE continues Kazee’s trend of purple-clad colleges after spending four years at Sewanee: the University of the South and seven years at Furman. Crescent Magazine sat down for an informal chat with the new president. Crescent Magazine: Tell us about your taste in music. Kazee: When I was young, I listened to a transistor radio I bought with my paperroute money. They were the iPods of our day. Back then, pop radio played everything: folk music, British Rock Invasion, Motown. I developed a particular affection for garage band rock. CM: If money were no object, what would be the craziest modification you would make to UE? TK: I hardly permit myself to think without that modifier. I’d like for us to have the curriculum that would be the envy of colleges and campuses all over the country. I’d

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like to offer education at no cost — tuition so low that any student could come if they wanted because money would be no object. Our campus could be more diverse, and I mean more than just ethnically and racially, but socio-economically diverse. CM: Are you an ice cream or coffee guy? TK: That’s an easy one. I don’t drink coffee at all; I drink tea. I understand the coffee addiction; I like the hot, wake-me-up kick I get with caffeine. I told Sodexo that I’d like to see tea whenever coffee is served at events. CM: If you weren’t a college president, what would be your other ridiculous job? TK: Growing up in the Cleveland area, my dream was always to play Major League Baseball. I’m more mature now, and I know how precarious those careers are, so I feel very fortunate to be doing what I’m doing. I want to be in a community of intellectuals. I was the kid on the activity bus who sat in the back with his nose in a book. My head’s never really gotten out of that book. CM: If we knocked on your door at 8 a.m. Saturday morning, what would we find? TK: At 8 a.m. you’d probably find me sitting at the kitchen table with a cup of tea

and a newspaper, or it might be my iPad. If you came at 8:30 a.m. or 9 a.m., I’d be out on the road for a 4- or 5-miler. I wouldn’t say I’m not a morning person, but I’m not crazy about jumping out of bed and immediately hitting the pavement. CM: Who would play you in the movie of your life? TK: Well, Brad Pitt, of course. In truth, I’m not sure of the resemblance, but the actor I’ve always admired is Tommy Lee Jones. I just admire his work, and he would get it right. CM: After attending The Ohio State University for graduate school, why did you return to smaller schools? TK: I think one of the greatest things about American higher education is that we create really fantastic opportunities. My wife and I loved living in New Orleans, but we knew we didn’t want to settle there. We were looking for institutions that reflected the values of schools we attended, and that meant schools like UE. CM: How many college fight songs do you know? TK: Probably not very many, honestly. I spent seven years at Furman, and what

I remember most are their very distinctive cheers. Students got creative with the initials FU — some of them are unprintable. UE doesn’t have the same potential for double entendre. CM: What are your top academic goals for your first year? TK: We need to look at programs of distinctive quality, such as engineering, and ask why they are good. Then we need to apply those same principles to other programs. We also need to have more of an international presence. Harlaxton is a jewel in our crown. Appropriate, as it refers to Great Britain. We definitely need to have a presence in Asia; our students need to know

about China and its growing presence as a world power. CM: Coming from a faculty-centered background, how do you plan to approach and engage students? TK: My development as a faculty member was shaped by my life as a student. Developing relationships with my students, getting to know them on a personal level, has really enriched my experiences. I am someone who likes to be out in the community. You will see me eating lunch with students; I get energy from that. If I’m to lead this institution, I need to know the students. It’s not about the buildings or warm and fuzzy ceremonies; it’s all about the students. w

by Klara Nichter

Harvard is America’s oldest higher education institution. Its website states it was the first to inaugurate a president, Henry Dunster, in 1640. Colleges continue to inaugurate presidents today, but many of the traditions predate even Harvard. In “Academic Ceremonies: A Handbook of Traditions and Protocols,” A. L. Harris explores these ancient collegiate rituals. In the 17th century, for example, gowns shifted from popular fashion and became marks of clerical, law or academic professions. English universities adopted the robes for their ceremonies and American colleges soon followed. Most participants in modern inaugurations wear gowns as they march on a procession route selected to emphasize the campus’ beauty. The procession leads to an installation ceremony, where the university’s new president officially receives authority over the campus. But why the hype? W. H. Cowley wrote in “Presidents, Professors and Trustees” that presidents are responsible for maintaining their institutions’ current status and ensuring bright futures. Peter T. Flawn elaborates in “A Primer for University Presidents” that a president’s inaugural address outlines his values and goals for the university. Many universities have a special mace that the former president passes to the new president at the inauguration. According to UE’s “Academic Convocation” program, maces were originally war clubs with spiked heads for crushing armor, but they later became ceremonial symbols of power. UE’s presidential inaugurations have included a symbolic mace since 1988, when Betty and Wayne Worthington donated one as a part of James Vinson’s inauguration. Since the president has little use for the mace on a day-to-day basis, it stays on display in the Bower-Suhrheinrich Library lobby. But the history of UE inaugurations is distinctive despite its ties to tradition. UE was founded in 1854 as Moores Hill Male and Female Collegiate Institute. Samuel Adams, inaugurated in 1859, was the first of 15 presidents to preside over Moores Hill before the institute moved to Evansville in 1919 and became Evansville College. When Wallace Graves became UE’s 19th president in 1967, the college became the University of Evansville, which now welcomes Thomas Kazee as its 23rd president. w

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[ FOOD ]

PASTA: For generations, pasta has a been a part of everything from everyday meals to lavish feasts. It comes in all shapes, sizes and colors, and the recipe possibilities are endless.

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by Danielle Weeks

Try these local restaurants if you need a dose of traditional — or not so traditional — Italian cuisine.

GRAB A SLICE Angelo’s Italian Restaurant serves lunch and dinner, and several of their lunch items are less than $5. Their menu includes pasta, salad, seafood, pizza, carbonara, lasagna, strombolis, tortellini pesto, chicken cacciatore, veal and dessert. • 305 Main St. • 428-6666

Mancino’s Pizza and Grinders offers their specialty sub on a regular and “lite” sandwich menu. Along with sandwiches, they serve pizza, calzones, pasta, breadsticks and garlic cheese bread. They also have weekly specials. • 685 N. Green River Road • 471–4888

Milano’s menu offers stuffed mushrooms, calamari fritti, lasagna, calzones, ziti, manicotti, homemade garlic rolls and dessert. One can choose from six pasta types and 10 sauces to customize a dish. Milano’s has house specials. • 500 Main St. • 484–2222

PAST LIVES Italian culture is characterized by its food. Since pasta making began in Naples, about 1,000 different types of pasta have been developed. Italians often identified each other by pasta they ate; in fact, northern Italians used to insult Neapolitans by calling them macaroni-eaters.

Turoni’s specializes in thin-crust pizza, but the menu also offers garlic cheese toast, breadsticks, nachos, chili, cheese fries, hot and cold sandwiches, salads and specials from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. daily. They also serve a variety of specialty beers. • 4 N. Weinbach • 477–7500

DiLegge’s has a lunch menu that includes smoked salmon antipasto, toasted ravioli, grinders, baked ziti, lasagna, eggplant parmesan, soup and dessert. Chicken, veal and seafood are on the dinner menu. DiLegge’s offers bar service. • 607 N. Main St. • 428–3004

This hole-in-the-wall pizza joint proves it can satisfy hunger even on a college student budget. • STEVE’S UNA PIZZA • corner of Washington and St. James • 4—11 p.m. daily • 477–5411 The word “pizza” is thought to have come from an old German word that meant “mouthful.” While Steve’s Una Pizza may serve thin crust, their pizza is certainly a mouthful of flavor. Deliciously crispy and flaky crust is topped by well-seasoned and rich — yet slightly sparing — sauce. Melted, flavorful cheese, while a little tough, covers the entire pie. People who prefer their toppings edge-to-edge may find the quantity lacking, but individual toppings are generous in size and flavor. A single order of breadsticks includes a cup of cheese dipping sauce. The sauce is slightly spicy and just right: not soupy, but not solid. The breadsticks themselves are buttery and just crunchy enough to allow a satisfying bite into each of their soft centers. No matter the size of your hunger, Steve’s Una has a menu that fills your stomach without emptying your wallet. Steve’s Una is reasonably priced and offers several deals and specials. A 12-inch pizza is $5.99 on Mondays and Tuesdays, The pizzas range from a small 10-inch to the 20inch Big Una. Toppings include: sausage, beef, pork, ham, onion, green pepper, pineapple, pepperoni, mushroom, tomatoes, bacon and pepperoncini. Steve’s Una also serves strombolis, ham and cheese, breadsticks, hot wings and garlic cheese bread. While Steve’s Una Pizza lacks a typical dining atmosphere since it offers carryout or delivery only, the menu is worth the drive or the extra dollar for delivery. w [ October 2010 ] Crescent Magazine

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ophomore Jason Allen (not his real name) knew he had fallen victim to that age-old condition, experienced by most students at some point during their college careers — excessive procrastination. Since it was now 10 p.m. and the 10-page paper he hadn’t even started was due first thing in the morning, Allen knew it was crunch time. He knew the guy down the hall took Adderall to help him study and stay focused; so Allen knocked on his door, got a pick-meup for the night and set off to work. By morning, he had a solid paper and had met his deadline. Weeks later, Allen had two more papers due within hours. He bought several more pills to get him through the night and again, went to work. But as he was browsing online for resource information, he ran across a few other things that caught his attention. Instead of working on his paper, he wasted the night jumping from site to site — so consumed with reading about electronics that he couldn’t stop. The papers never got done.

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On college campuses across the country, prescription amphetamines are being used more and more. Among these, the most popular is Adderall, a stimulant similar to speed that has been prescribed to more than 7 million Americans since it became popular about a decade ago. Generally, Adderall is used to treat those diagnosed with attention deficit disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and because of its timereleased formula, it can maintain its effect for an entire day — or night. For those with ADD/ADHD, the drug helps normalize brain chemistry by raising a person’s level of dopamine, a neurotransmitter that acts upon the sympathetic nervous system. In other words, it reduces hyperactivity, improves impulse control and increases energy. Those suffering from ADD/ ADHD have abnormally low dopamine levels, which the medication balances — as dopamine is considered the body’s reward for doing something well. Senior Daniel Palombi suffers from ADD and was prescribed Adderall sev-

eral years ago. For him there are a variety of advantages. He said during class lectures he doesn’t doze off or become distracted. Instead, he is active, involved and focused. Many students desire that same edge, either on a shortterm or long-term basis. Junior Brian Knowles, who was diagnosed with ADHD in the third grade, said the medication also helps him concentrate. When prescribed correctly, this psychostimulant creates a calming effect and increases focus. Illicit users, however, take the drug to raise dopamine levels above what is average, giving them a sense of euphoria, amplified energy and a heightened ability to concentrate. “It’s like a caffeine high without the jitters,” said Lora Becker, associate professor of psychology. Sophomore Phil Smith (not his real name), who does not have ADD/ ADHD, said he has taken Adderall about 10 times, usually for the same reasons others take it. “Once, I was really, really tired, and I had to work at my serving job,” he said. “I was tweaked out all night.”

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is helpful. It allows them to study, participate in class and be academically successful. One of the reasons Adderall is so popular is that most people seem to benefit from it — not just those with ADD/ADHD. As a result, many prescribed users feel the drug gives other non-prescribed users an unfair advantage, since prescribed users know that what it does to them is not the effect non-prescribers experience. “No,” Smith said. “It isn’t cheating. Just because I don’t have a prescription doesn’t mean it isn’t something I can’t benefit from. Students who are diagnosed with ADD and ADHD are taking it — it’s not cheating when they use it.” Some students acknowledge the possible health risks associated with illicit use but fail to notice the criminally related ones. Det. Eric Hackworth, of the Evansville-Vanderburgh County Joint Drug Task Force, said in Indiana, dealing or possessing Adderall without a prescription is a class B felony — described as dealing methamphetamines in small amounts — and could result in a $10,000 fine or a six to 20 year jail sentence. While many use the drug to get over the occasional college slump, it may present, in the long run, certain academic and health repercussions. Those who choose to take Adderall now may not necessarily be thinking ahead. “If you’re speeding yourself up, you’ll have to have downtime,” Becker said. “When do you have time to crash? The next day during your test?” w

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and a little knowledge goes a long way in saving lives. Cancer.gov reports that 12.7 percent of women born today will be diagnosed with breast cancer, and despite growing awareness, it still remains a little-known fact that men are also at risk. New studies have shown that consuming a traditional Mediterranean diet or piling on the green vegetables, such as broccoli or Brussels sprouts, at mealtime may help to cut the risk of breast cancer, but Komen.org agrees one of the best things you can do to cut your risk is to perform regular self-exams. Breast self-exams, though not meant to take the place of regular mammograms, check for lumps or abnormalities in the tissue. Typical BSEs are two-part, the first portion being a visual check, using a mirror. The latter portion involves feeling the breasts and may be performed lying down in bed or even in a tub or shower. Visit Komen.org for a step-by-step on performing a BSE.

Wheelchair Uses Sniffs to Cruise Researchers in Israel have sniffed out a new technology that enables those with limited physical mobility to control electric wheelchairs using only their noses. PopSci.com describes the innovative “sniff detector,” a rubber nasal tube much like those used to administer oxygen, which converts nasal pressure into electric signals. Ideal candidates for the device include paraplegics and those with locked-in syndrome, a condition that involves complete paralysis of nearly all of the body’s muscles; even still, this nose-powered chair is not for everyone. Researchers must first test candidates for sufficient soft palate control. In order to operate the chair, they must be able to regulate the strength of their sniffs. After massive trial success with a fully functional control group, researchers placed a man paralyzed from the neck down in the control seat. Within only 15 minutes, he was navigating smoothly — two sniffs in to go forward, two sniffs out to go back.

Stem Cells Replenish Lost Teeth Smile, everyone! Jeremy Mao, director of the Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine Lab at Columbia University, is in the process of patenting his latest discovery — the potential for regrowing lost teeth in adults. Science news network SingularityHub.com says Mao used tooth-shaped scaffolds treated with growth factors and proteins to activate stem cells and regrow the appropriate bone in just nine weeks. And while Mao’s breakthrough procedure has, to date, served only the mouths of test rats, the implications for human dentistry are huge. Not only are missing and damaged teeth a common cause of low self-esteem, but empty sockets may make eating a challenge. Also, those with poor dental health are more prone to risks such as heart disease and diabetes.

Monthly Cramps May Change Your Brain According to HealthDayNews.com, menstrual cramps may be more than just a major pain. Severe aches at that time of the month may cause changes in brain anatomy and function in women and may ultimately lower pain tolerance. Researchers in Taiwan used a special brain scan called an optimized voxel-based morphometry to observe changes in the brain anatomy of 64 young women — 32 of which reported regularly experiencing moderate to severe menstrual cramps and 32 who reported experiencing little pain. The study revealed that those suffering moderate to severe cramping, even when they were not actively experiencing pain, showed abnormalities in their gray matter. Researchers noted decreas-

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es in volume in areas of the brain involved in pain processing and emotional regulation, suggesting menstrual pain may share similarities with chronic pain conditions. Over time, the excruciating aches make the brain abnormally sensitive to cramping sensations.

Weed Yields Natural Rubber At the first sign of sprouting dandelions, most can be found revving their weed-whackers and sporting trusty sprays. Luckily, scientists at the Munichbased Fraunhofer Institute are not part of this weed-hating, manicuring crowd. As it turns out, dandelions may be cropping up in anything from your car tires to your replica Stretch Armstrongs. Scientists at the institute have declared the dandelion a potential source of natural rubber, says PopularMechanics.com. Research confirms the dandelion’s white sap, which leaks from broken stems, contains latex. And while the sap, as it occurs naturally, lacks practical use — because it hardens too quickly when exposed to air, researchers have identified an enzyme in the plant responsible for this “rapid polymerization” and have discovered an effective means of “turning it off.”

BIZARRITIES Holy creepy robot, Batman! Welcome to the world the Telenoid R1, a telepresence android designed to transmit the presence of people to another place. PopSci.com states the Telenoid interacts with users when connected to a laptop; one person, at a distance, chats with the other, and the Telenoid expresses the far-off user’s face and head movements as the computer tracks them. The Telenoid’s minimalist design — a plain, white body with flipper arms and a tadpole-tapered tail of a lower body — is meant to be age and gender neutral. Roboticist and creator Hiroshi Ishiguro, of Osaka University in Japan, explained that physical details on the 31-inch-long, 11-pound robot are limited to its realisticlooking face, because users are meant to feel that they are directly conversing with their far-away loved ones. w

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ot all work-study jobs are created equal. Answering phone calls, completing paperwork or even just taking up desk space doing homework are all common tasks for a student worker. But senior David Kirkwood is literally making a difference with his job. Kirkwood is the volunteer coordinator for Make-a-Difference Day and UE Gives Back. He has been a work study for Volunteer Services since his freshman year, and while he may believe he “fell into” his role as coordinator, Kirkwood enjoys organizing these two major events on campus. “I enjoy the paperwork and the legwork — being behind the scenes,” he said. Coordinating Make-a-Difference Day is a semester-long project for Kirkwood and four other work studies, who spend their time sending out forms and sign-up sheets, calling sites for volunteer needs, designing the T-shirt and making sure breakfast is provided the morning of the event. All this work will come together Oct. 23, when about 350 students will spend the day volunteering. “It is a nationwide event,” Kirkwood said. “High school, middle school, college students, even celebrities give back to the community for this weeklong event.” Even if a student doesn’t have a campus organization to sign-up with, Kirkwood encourages them to participate. “Our campus is small enough you will probably recognize someone from class or [someone] you eat dinner with [while volunteering],” he said. Kirkwood said the fall Student Life interest surveys indicated that students want to know more about volunteering and the opportunities available to them. “The sites we go to need volunteers not only on that day,” he said. “Groups can continue to volunteer regularly. We can find you something that’s close and what you want to do.”

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THE PITS The Pits, a band 27 years strong, plays classic rock n’ roll but is not afraid to play more modern music. They regularly interact with audiences and even have their crowd members play percussion instruments.

come to life Oct. 9. Spanning from noon to 2 the next morning, or all night for VIP campers, the festival will feature a variety of music, food and other activities. Tickets are $15 for adults and $8 for children 12 and under. Tickets are available online at joesorchard.com/homegrownfest. Headlining the event is Buffalo Clover, a Nashville band that will bring a rhythm and blues feel to the concert. They are only the first of six bands to perform; others are The Pits, The Waldemere Revival, Calabash and The Funk, with Namaste wrapping up the night. Steve Horning, lead vocalist for Namaste, said his band name means “bring it down,” which is exactly what they intend to do. They’ve been together for 10 years and have adopted a variety of genres, including jazz, reggae and instrumental. The other bands’ genres are harder to pin down, such as The Waldemere Revival from Indianapolis. “I don’t want to put a name with any of these bands, but [The Waldemere Revival] sounds like Blues Traveler — heavy on the harmonica,” Engelbrecht said.

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CALABASH This two-man rock band is known for its classic rock, blues and folk music. For 25 years they’ve kept their classic feel. And, of course, they have a saxophone.

BUFFALO CLOVER Nashville-inspired Buffalo Clover plays rhythm and blues among other genres. They employ, in their act, both electric and acoustic guitars, bass, drums, banjos, horns and a wide range of additional instruments.

ya well into the dawn. The stage itself is erected on a 5-acre field, so whether or not you’re camping, bring blankets and chairs — there will be plenty of room to spread out. “We rented a 4- to 5-foot elevated stage and we’re putting it smack-dab in the middle of the orchard,” Engelbrecht said. On one side of the field, The Frontier Restaurant & Bar will offer a beer garden and will be selling beer, wine and other beverages. Rivertown Butcher Shop will be grilling up cheeseburgers, hotdogs and ribs. Pizza will be sold by the slice. Engelbrecht’s Orchard will also be selling caramel apples and pumpkin pie, so be sure to bring cash. Coolers are allowed, so you can bring your own soda, water and food, though no alcohol may be brought in to the concert. Aside from opportunities to gorge yourself on food and overload on music, the festival will have corn hole boards, horseshoes, art vendors and plenty of other activities. Engelbrecht said it is a rain-or-shine event and assured that nothing will stop the music. “But, I’m hoping it’s 70 degrees and sunny,” he said. “I’m really looking forward to the music — the main reason I’m doing this.” From jazz and classic rock to blues and reggae, the Engelbrecht Homegrown Music Festival is more than a full day’s entertainment. It will provide a unique alternative to homework for those students staying in Evansville during fall recess. The festival will echo the same feeling as Woodstock did 41 years ago, but in Evansville’s own backyard. w

Engelbrecht wants the event to be as homegrown as possible. For this reason, he is bringing in bands from Ohio, Indiana and Tennessee. “I want to promote small bands, and some of these bands are getting ready to blow up,” Engelbrecht said. George Barnet, with The Pits, said that his Evansville band has been jamming for 27 years. They’ll be playing originals at the festival, as well as covering songs by the Red Hot Chili Peppers. He said his band likes to interact with crowds and get everyone involved. “If you don’t [participate], we’ll come out and get you,” he said. With the eclectic mix of genres — the bands pulling inspiration from various popular musicians, it shouldn’t be too difficult to get involved. Whether you’re a Led Zepplin fanatic or get your kicks listening to James Brown, you’ll be drawn in by the enthusiasm of these local, up-and-coming artists. And at 2 a.m., when the amps are overheated and everyone’s ears are ringing, phase two of the event begins. Overnight camping is available for 200 special VIP ticket holders at $20 per ticket. Set off from the stage, campers can put up tents near the orchard’s lake THE WALDEMERE REVIVAL and KumbaThis up-and-coming Indianapolis-based band plays jam rock and fusion melodies. Their style is said to resemble the heavy harmonica sounds of Blues Traveler. The five band members want to play with a purpose and use their unique rhythms and THE FUNK sound to The Funk plays rock, soul and speak out. blues and leans strongly toward New Orleans funk. This new band lists influences such as James Brown and Michael Jackson.

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Opposition 8 All men and women are created equal — unless, of course, those men or women are holding hands.

In the past decade or so, it has become much more acceptable to step out from the closet door and admit that you are gay — and proud. Being gay is not as taboo as it was years ago. It’s becoming more common to know an office worker or professor who does not hide that he or she is gay. Even at UE, the members of the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community take great satisfaction in their identity and celebrate it through organizations like PRIDE. But this is not the case throughout the nation, and opposition to same-sex couples has gained a voice that has become as obnoxious as World Cup vuvuzelas. One such opponent is Proposition 8. California voters approved Prop 8 on Nov. 4, 2008, changing the California constitution. The change states, “Only marriage between a man and a woman is valid or recognized in California.” According to the New York Times, when the votes were counted, Prop 8 won by only a small margin. Only 52 percent of the votes were in favor of the samesex marriage ban. The two main objectives of Prop 8 were listed in Perry v. Schwarzenegger, the case challenging Prop 8. The objectives were written on the ballot argument as: “preserving marriage” and “protecting our children” from being taught in public schools that same-sex marriage and traditional marriage are one in the same. These objectives are immoral and unconstitutional at best. If a family chooses to teach their children that homosexuality is wrong, that is their constitutional right. What we do not have the

right to do is to force ignorance onto our citizens. This country has spent many years trying to eliminate the type of bullying that Prop 8 sanctions. It hurts to watch a nation relive civil rights issues, which 50 years ago, we were so fiercely battling. I don’t understand how a nation that celebrates people like Martin Luther King Jr. could ever propose a change to a constitution that restricts liberty or the pursuit of happiness. Regardless of whether a couple is straight or gay, their marriage does not hurt anyone else. Heaven forbid we start teaching children to love whomever they wish. Teaching differences allows them to make their own decisions and saves them from falling blindly in line with society. Prop 8 is not the first time a marriage has been brought to court. In 1958, an interracial couple was banned from being wed in Virginia. To exchange vows, they had to travel to Washington, D.C. After being married they returned home only to be sought out by their community and brought to court. The judge decided not to sentence the couple to the mandatory year in prison. Instead, he allowed them to leave Virginia as long as they promised not to return for 25 years. The couple eventually brought their case to court and won in a unanimous decision. This case, known as Loving v. Virginia, has become a staple for the opponents of Prop 8. Both Loving and others in favor of same-sex marriage have cited the 14th Amendment, which protects life, liberty and property. The Constitution was established in order to

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protect our rights. Any revision that stops people from expressing themselves takes away those rights. Our country not only encourages variation among its people but also protects that variation. And we, as voters, have a responsibility to protect each other’s rights — to uphold them, not attack them. By closing the door on same-sex marriage, we tell the very children whom Prop 8 is trying to protect that being closeminded is OK. Fortunately, Prop 8 and samesex marriage restrictions are on the way out. Earlier this August, Chief Judge Vaughn Walker of the U.S. District Court decided that the same-sex ban was unconstitutional under the 14th amendment. Soon after Prop 8 was repealed, the creators of the ban appealed Walker’s decision. The Chicago Tribune said the case will most likely end up at the Supreme Court. Hopefully, if the case does reach the high court, it will be treated with the same respect for personal liberty that any other civil rights case would receive. We are on the brink of a monumental decision for this country. If Prop 8 makes it to the Supreme Court, no matter the ruling, it will start an avalanche of activity. If same-sex marriage is supported, our country will be one step closer to having true equality. If we claim to support equal rights, we cannot pick and choose to whom w Jon Harvey, a those rights besenior theater long. w management major from Chesapeake, Va., weighs in on the issues affecting students today.

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“At Home in Mitford” by Jan Karon (Penguin Books, 1996) • This novel, set in the fictitious town of Mitford, N.C., is reminiscent of small-town life. Lamar is reminded of Mayberry and especially appreciates that this book is part of a series because she doesn’t have to say goodbye to the characters she enjoyed from the first novel.

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“I, Elizabeth” by Rosalind Miles (Three River Press, 2003) • With Lamar’s passion for historical novels, it is no surprise that this book, which traces the reign of Elizabeth I, made her list. Lamar felt the book enriched her experience while she was in England and made her feel more connected to Elizabethan history.

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emmy’s FAVORITE SONGS Freshman Emmy Ogawa names her favorite songs of all time, in no particular order “it’s still rock n’ roll to me” by billy joel I’m not sure why this song is my favorite, but I grew up with this song and Joel’s distinctive style.

“old time rock n’ roll” by bob seger I enjoy the clean feel of this classic song because it lacks the computerized sound of more modern music.

“half moon bay” by train After borrowing the Train CD from my boyfriend, I noticed this song’s good feel and really nice beats.

“grace kelly” by mika “Grace Kelly” is more pop than rock. I really enjoy Mika’s uniqueness and the song’s creative energy.

w Annie Wooten w junior w “Armageddon” (1998) I enjoy it because it is a hilarious and dramatic love story, enhanced by spectacular special effects. I also think Liv Tyler’s character is beautiful and supportive.” w DeQuon Turner w sophomore w “Crash” (2004) ‘Crash’ shows how prejudice can bite you in the butt. It is at once sad, horrible, shocking and funny — an impressive feat for one film to accomplish.”

w Jessica Hoyer w junior w “A Walk to Remember” (2002) Shane West is super gorgeous. I enjoyed seeing Mandy Moore’s character accomplish all of her life goals despite being terminally ill.”

best movies w Sam Rodriguez w sophomore w “Robin Hood: Men in Tights” (1993) All men, at some point in time, should throw on some tights. I enjoy Dave Chappelle’s role in the film and think overall the movie is fabulous.” [ October 2010 ] Crescent Magazine

[ JUST THE FACTS ]

1856 —

School is in session for the first time at the college, then known as Moores Hill. Surprisingly, this is only 40 years after Indiana joined the Union —when cars, telephones and refrigerators had not yet been invented.

1860 —

The Moores Hill rulebook advises parents against doling out “spending money” to students. Instead, it suggests all of a student’s funds be committed to the president or a chosen professor, who would handle the finances of the student.

1919 —

For years to come, the History Department is a one-man-show. Dean Charles E. Torbet is the sole professor of the discipline until 1922.

1922 —

The first edition of the yearbook, the LinC, appears, even though there are only 12 graduates that year. The name is selected by the president from 150 names entered in a contest who explains that it is a derivative of Lincoln Avenue. As it is written, it also means Life in College.

1930 —

While there are several versions as to how UE became the Aces, a 1930 Crescent article states that Pioneers, the nickname since 1920, was being replaced after Aces was suggesed by two men in a contest sponsored by Evansville newspapers. The riverboat gambler caricature comes to life in the 1960s after it is drawn by Larry Hill, a local cartoonist.

[ CRESCENT CROSSWORD ] ACROSS 1. Liquid crystal display (abbr.) 4. Rural free delivery (abbr.) 7. Confederate States of America (abbr.) 10. Red-tailed Hawaiian bird 11. Water (Fr.) 12. Snake (pref.) 14. A (Ger.) 15. Ask 17. Three (pref.) 18. Blesbok 19. Big apple (abbr.) 20. Kemo ______ 22. Agent (abbr.) 24. Ingenuous 27. Slave of Sarah 31. Fare 32. End 34. Servant 35. Auricular 37. Saltwort 39. Royal Air Force (abbr.) 41. New sugarcane shoot 42. Negative population growth (abbr.) 45. Marked with lines 47. Health resort 50. Indic language 52. Husband of Jezebel 53. Wings 54. Or nearest offer (abbr.) 55. Cleave 56. Age 57. Soak flax 58. Atlantic standard time (abbr.) DOWN 1. Large Eur. dormouse 2. Tea box 3. River into the North Sea 4. Solicit 5. Field deity 6. Chaperon (Sp.) 7. Bed 8. Whirl

9. Nautical cry 10. Ketone (pref.) 13. Incorporated (abbr.) 16. Audible breath 18. Compass direction 21. Amend 23. Dravidian language 24. “Fables in Slang” author 25. Inlet 26. Family Relative 28. Overshoes 29. Trouble 30. Recommended daily allowance (abbr.) 33. Overcoat 36. Gloomy 38. Energetic 40. Public excitement 42. Nat’l Security Agency (abbr.) 43. Pallid 44. Growl 46. Cord 48. Beat rapidly 49. Abdominal (abbr.) 51. Expanse 52. Altar constellation ANSWERS

1931 —

After many years of student agitation, dancing is finally permitted on campus. It is supposed to be limited to formal occassions, but that rule is quickly forgotten.

1935 —

Long before the American feminist movement, female students gather for a course on cooking and darning socks. At this time, home economics is a popular campus course.

1951 —

The Castalian Literary Society catches up with the rest of the fraternities and sororities, changing its name to the Greek construction, Alpha Omicron Pi. Other original societies include: the Philoneikeans, which became Sigma Alpha Epsilon; the Sigourneans, which became Chi Omega; and the Photozeteans, which became Lambda Chi Alpha.

1956 —

Shortly before game time during a men’s basketball tournament, Mississippi State receives a telegram from the governor of Mississippi and the school’s president forbidding them to play the Aces because of a black player on the Evansville College team. The tournament went on, but Mississippi State does not play the Aces. w

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YOUR YEAR AT UE:

l l ’ u o Y . t i IVE

You’l l L LO VE it . But, will you

REMEMBER IT?

Start by getting your underclass picture taken for the 2011 LinC 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. • Tuesday, Oct. 5 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. • Wednesday, Oct. 6 5 – 9 p.m. • Thursday, Oct. 7 Ridgway Center, main level Haven’t picked up your 2010 LinC yet? Stop by Student Publications, second floor Ridgway

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