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Remembering our soldiers Past and present, at home and abroad Brian Allen WASHBURN REVIEW

Between Washburn’s Vietnam Memorial and Moore Bowl is a flagpole dedicated to Shawnee County soldiers who fell in the War to Preserve the Union. It was erected by surviving veterans and dedicated by President Taft in 1911. Soldiers, past and present, tend to be humble and ask little in return for their service and the sacrifices they have made. Though the military is as diverse as the country it serves, veterans and active duty servicemen seem to have one desire in common: they want to be remembered. “When you are far from home, lonely, stuck out on the front lines, the simplest things make all the difference,” said Stuart Allen, a Gulf War combat veteran and survivor of an IED attack. “A note from the world (home), a pair of dry socks, the smallest pleasures mean everything.” With that in mind, Washburn University faculty, staff and students, are participating in several projects, both official and personal, to let soldiers know that they are remembered and cared about. “The Student Services office has 200 registered veterans,” said Jeanne Kessler, director of Student Services. “[Our office] assists veterans with their education benefits as well as veterans with disabilities and their dependants.” The Student Services/Veteran Affairs office also organizes a Veterans Day Observance Nov. 11, 11:40 a.m. at the Vietnam Memorial site. The names of forty seven Washburn students who made the ultimate sacrifice are engraved on the Vietnam Memorial. Kessler said the public is invited to come by to honor veterans throughout the day. The office has not forgotten the soldiers still in the field. It is collecting used cell phones to be distributed to armed forces on deployment. The phones start their journey toward a meaningful second life in Morgan Hall Room room 135.

The members of the Phi Kappa Phi honor society are working with the Soldier’s Angels group. They are hand writing holiday cards to the troops as their community service project. “The cards will be sent to soldiers in remote areas, areas of low morale, where Christmas cards will have the most impact,” said Kylie Gilstrap, PKP president. For students that want to send Christmas gifts to soldiers through Washburn’s Early Childhood Education Student Organization, there are donation boxes available in Morgan Hall, Carnegie Hall, the Living Learning Center, Washburn Village and the lower level of the Memorial Union. “I have had members of my family in all the major wars and currently have eight members of my family serving now,” said Mary Cottrell, a senior in elementary education. She has asked soldiers what items they might like, and said that socks, canned food, dark T-shirts, deodorant, hard candy, gum, ziploc bags, coffee, playing cards, toothbrushes, toothpaste, cereal bars, newspapers, magazines, AA batteries, razors, pens, hand/ face wipes and puzzle books are popular requests. “Small creature comforts, things that help pass the time, snacks and things to flavor drinks and spice up bland food are appreciated,” said Allen. “Also Game Boy batteries.” The gift box collection drive will continue until Nov. 20 when they will be shipped in time for Christmas to a Marine Unit and two Army Units in Iraq and Afghanistan. Students can also get involved in many different ways through the Web site www.soldiersangels.org, a site trying to make reaching out to soldiers easier for everyone. “Remember the soldier when he is on duty and in danger,” said former tank gunner Brian Fontaine, a Iraq veteran and double combat amputee. “And remember the veteran when he comes home.” Brian Allen is a returning alumni. Reach him at brian.allen@washburn.edu.

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May no soldier go unloved: Washburn is supporting the troops in multiple ways this semester, including writing letters to troops and assembling care packages. Washburn hosted a Veterans Day ceremony at the Vietnam Memorial site near Morgan Hall today.

Young journalists affected by budget cuts ‘New’ honors program Many high school newspapers have already made the transition to creating an online version of their print edition. High school journalism teachers and advisers, along with business teachers will meet to discuss how to incorporate basic journalism skills into business classes. Broadcasting, electronic media and video production courses will not be effected because of their focus on technology and the trends toward the future are going in that direction. If a way is found to make the journalism classes at the high school level dedicated to teaching students more computer-based programs, these programs may not lose that money. If the money is cut for these programs, it Please see HIGH SCHOOL page

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Scott, the journalism advisor at Washburn Rural High School. “Journalists aren’t in high demand right now and in predicting the future, they probably The world continues to advance won’t be in high demand with adin technology, and it is no different for vancements in technology.” high school journalism programs. However, don’t expect high school With reduced funding, the state newspapers or journalism classes to had to make cuts because just disappear. Since the of budget restraints. Print trend in media is going away LOCAL journalism seemed to be from print and becoming NEWS one targeted area because more advanced with the Inof the Carl D. Perkins Act ternet and social networking, Career and Technical Education Im- these classes need to do the same. provement Act of 2006. The Perkins “In our journalism classes we alAct is geared toward preparing stu- ready include Photoshop, Illustrator dents for high wage, high skill and high and Web design. My understanding demand jobs. Print journalism doesn’t is that in order to keep the vocational fall into any of these categories. money we need to adjust the empha“A big part of the decision to cut sis on what we teach,” said Barbara back on journalism funds is because of Padget, the journalism adviser at Tothe demand for the job,” said Brenna peka High School.

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riched educational experience for academically superior students,” said McGuire explaining the importance of a successful honors program. McGuire hopes to alter the program from its current state. “I’m hoping that this will be a selling point for the university,” said McGuire. A fully developed honors program can be used to recruit strong students, who in turn go out to the workforce, represent the university well and give back to Washburn. “One of the problems I am faced with is what areas of this program need to be revitalized,” said McGuire.

The newest construction on Washburn University’s campus won’t involve hard hats, bulldozers or neon orange signs. Rather, the university’s latest work will involve a revamp of the honors program. Michael McGuire, dean of the University Honors Program, accepted his new position in August. McGuire, an associate professor in the psychology department, hopes to give the program a better focus so students develop a better understanding of what the honors program entails. “An honors program is an en-

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Calendar Thursday, November 12 Workshop, “Breaking Out of the Illusion Trap” Memorial Union, Cottonwood Room 3 p.m. Giving Tree Project

Friday, November 13 Culture and Art of Spain Informational Meeting Garvey, Room 118 12 p.m. Diversity Matters Seminar Mabee Library 1:30 p.m. Presentation, “Caring for Wounded Warriors” Stoffer, Room 138 2 p.m. Friday Night Live (Chi Alpha) International House 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Play, “Medea” Garvey, Neese Gray Theatre 8 p.m. Giving Tree Project Military Care Package Drive

Saturday, November 14 Pink Volleyball Tournament SRWC 9:30 a.m.to 1 p.m. Volleyball Lee Arena 7 p.m. Play, “Medea” Garvey, Neese Gray Theatre 8 p.m. Giving Tree Project Military Care Package Drive

Sunday, November 15 Giving Tree Project Military Care Package Drive

Monday, November 16 NAMI Washburn Movie Night Morgan Hall, Room 158 6 p.m. WU Chamber Concert Garvey, White Concert Hall 7:30 p.m. ADA Skate-a-Way Skate-a-Way Rink, Fairlawn 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Giving Tree Project Military Care Package Drive

Tuesday, November 17 Giving Tree Project Military Care Package Drive

Wednesday, November 18 Chili Bowl Sale Memorial Union 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Spaghetti Feed Delta Gamma House 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Giving Tree Project Military Care Package Drive

University nominates Love “Super Size Me” coming to WU for Rhodes Scholar Award TOPEKA - Washburn University senior Garrett Love, of Montezuma, was recently nominated by the university to compete for the prestigious Rhodes Scholar Award. “Garrett has excelled in the academic and extracurricular arenas and has distinguished himself as a leader,” said Robin Bowen, vice president of academic affairs. “He is a positive role model for other students and is very deserving of the nomination.” Currently president of the Washburn Student Government Association, Love is, according to university archives, the first Washburn student to be nominated for the award in more than 100 years. In 1904, the first year nominations were accepted for the Rhodes, Washburn senior Frank Mohler was selected and completed his studies the next year at Oxford University. Merrill Templeton, a 1909 graduate, was selected for the honor, but became ill and had to withdraw before he began coursework in England in 1910. In 1910, Philip Whitcomb became the third Washburn student named a Rhodes Scholar. He began at Oxford in 1911. Prior to being elected president of Washburn Student Government Association, Love served for two years as a senator. He currently is a member of the Kansas Board of Regents Student Advisory Council, a student representative of the Washburn Budget Reduction Task Force and the Washburn Strategic Planning Committee and is a member of the Topeka Heartland Visioning Steering Committee. Love holds a 4.0 grade point average and is majoring in economics, management and finance. He was a

member of the Washburn men’s basketball team for three years and was twice named Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association Presidential Scholar. His honors include membership in Phi Kappa Phi, Beta Gamma Sigma, Mortar Board and Sagamore honor societies and participation in the Washburn Leadership Institute. A Rhodes Scholarship provides the opportunity to study at Oxford University for two years, with all tuition fees paid and a living allowance provided. American Rhodes Scholars are selected from all over the nation to pursue a course of study of their own choosing at Oxford; students may work toward a master's degree or a second bachelor's degree. If named to the program, Love plans to research methods through which theories of justice and freedom of choice can be incorporated into the analysis of optimal taxation. Established in 1902 through the will of English-born businessman and politician Cecil John Rhodes, the Rhodes Scholar Award is the oldest fellowship program in the world and is bestowed to only 90 students each year. A nominee must possess a high standard of intellectual and academic achievement, exhibit integrity of character, display interest in and respect for fellow beings and display the ability and desire to lead. Applicants must also demonstrate physical vigor that will enable them to make an effective contribution to the world around them, which can be achieved through participation and success in athletics.

TOPEKA – Washburn University represented two of 18 teams, who competed in the Hurricane Invitational Mock Trial tournament at the University of Miami recently. The mock trial varsity team placed fourth with a 5-3 record. The varsity team was compromised of Jane Billinger, Ellinwoood; Heather Gelsinger, Topeka; Josh Maples, Lindsborg; Michelle Neis, Tecumseh; Amber Rivera, Colwich; Jenna Seematter, Marysville; and Eli Woody, Topeka. Neis, captain of the varsity team, also received an individual award for Outstanding Attorney. The mock trial junior varsity team, competing in their second tournament to date, had a 3-2-1 record. The junior varsity team was compromised of Nick Campbell, Newton; Brooke Graves, Ellis; Marci Hartwig, Yates Center; Brittany James, To-

peka; Amy Molina, Arlington, Texas; and Anthony Velasquez, Salina. Campbell also received an individual award for Outstanding Attorney. Washburn mock trial team’s next competition will be at the University of Kansas. The undergraduate mock trial program consists of member schools throughout the country being assigned a case in September. Teams of six to eight students will work on this case, developing theories for both plaintiff and defense and prepare to try the case at the various competitions throughout the fall and spring semesters. For more information contact Jim Schnoebelen, mock trial coordinator and lecturer, communication, at (785) 670-1426.

TOPEKA – The public is invited to Washburn Tech’s Holiday Gift and Craft Fair, Saturday, November 14 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Washburn Tech Conference Center. Admission is Free. Enjoy and choose from a variety of unique hand-crafted, manufactured, and other items available from various area small and home-based businesses. The Holiday Gift and Craft Fair is a benefit fundraiser for the Washburn Tech Skills USA chapter. Skills USA is a national student organization working together with teachers and business to ensure America has a skilled workforce. Dr. Roxanne Kelly, Dean, states “We’re excited to hold the first annual Fair this Saturday. Many local vendors will be featured and we’re looking forward to having the community visit and participate.” Washburn Tech is a 2-year institution where students can obtain techni-

cal skills so they can go out and get a job. Approximately 90 percent of our graduates go either into jobs related to their training, into the military, or go on to further their education. Washburn Tech offers 24 career training programs in five employment clusters including Construction, Health Care, Human Services, Technology, and Transportation. Most of our career training programs carry around 48 credits. In addition, short-term continuing education and computer classes are also offered. Washburn Tech is conveniently located on Huntoon Street approximately one-half mile east of Wanamaker Road in Topeka. For inquiries about career training programs or future classes please visit our Web site http://www.washburntech.edu or contact Washburn Tech at 785.273.7140.

of Reverend Billy and the Church of Stop Shopping Gospel Choir during a cross-country mission to save Christmas from the Shopocalypse (the end of humankind from consumerism, overconsumption and the fires of eternal debt). In 2008, he produced and appeared in “Where in the World is Osama bin Laden?” which follows his global search for the al Qaeda leader. The event is sponsored by the Washburn Student Government Association. For information, call 670-2320. -Press Release

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Mock Trial takes fourth at Hurricane Invitational

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Washburn Tech to hold gift and craft benefit fundraiser

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TOPEKA – Filmmaker Morgan Spurlock, writer, producer and director of the 2004 feature film “Super Size Me,” will speak at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3, in the Washburn Room, Memorial Union, at Washburn University. No admission is charged and the public is invited. Since earning an Academy Award nomination for “Super Size Me,” in which he documented his health as he spent 30 days eating only food from McDonald's, Spurlock co-starred and produced the 2008 film, “What Would Jesus Buy?” based on the evangelism

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Marines: Washburn student Adam Turner tests his pull-up skills at the Marine recruiting table set up outside of the Washburn Student Government Office on Monday, Nov. 9. The Marines were recruiting for their upcoming Officer Training program.

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Washburn, The semester sure has been flying by. WSGA has been hard at work in a lot of different areas. The biggest of these has been Success Week. This is a policy aimed at limited testing and major course assignments being due the week before finals with the goal of improving student success. Over the past year, as members of WSGA, we have heard more and more concern regarding course/test loads at the end of semesters. Over the past few months, we have tried to speak more specifically about this issue to as many students as possible. It has very consistently been one of the top concerns of students. Recognizing this was a very clear issue, we then proceeded to do research into other colleges across the country and how they handle the week before finals. We were able to find either “Dead Week” or “Dead Day” policies in place at many colleges including 5 of the 6 Kansas Board of Regents Schools (KU, K-State, Emporia State, Wichita State, and Pitt State), 7 of 8 Ivy League Schools, and 20 of 33 comparable institutions (Masters, public, and similar size). After looking at stacks of these policies, a draft was

put together which we presented to both the Academic Affairs Committee and also the Faculty Senate to receive input. We were able to hear concerns and roadblocks with the policy in its former state from members of the Faculty, and we made changes that would address those yet also keep it in a form that will be very beneficial for students. Here is where we are now – On October 26th, the policy passed through the University’s Academic Affairs Committee. WSGA passed the policy in the same form the following Wednesday 32-0. Up Next – the policy will come before Faculty Senate for a vote at its November 16th meeting. This is a policy that I believe is very important for the students of Washburn University. Feel free to let me know any questions you may have at garrett. love@washburn.edu. And don’t forget to come out to the “Volleyball Top 10 Showdown Blue Out Game” this Friday at 7 p.m. as WU takes on Emporia State. 350 tshirts and free pizza will be given out to students. Hope to see you there. Have a great week! Garrett Love President, WSGA

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Invisible children Swiping cards, wiping scores seen and heard Overuse of credit cards affects student finances and credit scores

gested writing or calling senators to request support for the bill. The group also told of a program called “Schools for Schools,” a naHenderson 100 was full of activ- tional collection of collegiate clubs that ity as members from the group, Invis- works to improve education in Central ible Children, played the documentary Africa by providing funding to rebuild film, “The Rescue of Joseph Kony’s schools that have been destroyed or Child Soldiers,” and answered ques- impoverished by the 23-year war that tions from Washburn students. has consumed the area. The film “All you profiles Johave to do is seph Kony, start a club “ the leader of on campus a northern and go to the Those poor kids Uganda relink on our bellion called Web site. Our shouldn’t have to the Lords main office Resistance will contact be put through that Army. It tells you with more kind of life. of Kony’s details and “night comprovide supmuting,” plies to raise which is a money,” said - Alexis Turner 15-year pracIvory Mobley, Freshman tice where Invisible ChilLRA memdren mem” bers kidnap ber since Jan. local chil2008. Mobley dren while went on to talk they sleep about the inand force them into a life of violence, centives for students who participate as soldiers in the renegade army. in the cause. Kony has successfully kidnapped “Each region of the U.S. is conand imprisoned more than 30,000 chil- nected to a school in Uganda. The top dren for his army to date, resulting in selling school in the region gets to 90 percent of his army being composed send one student to Uganda to visit the of abducted children. school they are helping. All the money As footage of the mutilated faces raised by students goes directly to reof the children who wanted to defect building.” from the LRA was played, sounds of Many students were interested in shock and disbelief could be heard helping Invisible Children. T-Shirts throughout the room. and DVDs were sold in large numbers “Oh my God,” one woman said at the event. Others vocalized their ofwith her hands over her mouth. fers of assistance. Several students in attendance had “It made me want to do something tears in their eyes when footage was about this. Those poor kids shouldn’t shown of children who have had their have to be put through that kind of noses and lips cut off was shown. life. I will most definitely be writing After the documentary, mem- my congressman and senators to sugbers of Invisible Children requested gest they help in this movement,” said help from Washburn students. They freshman Alexis Turner. “I would toexplained that they hope to collect tally join a ‘Schools for Schools’ club 250,000 signatures asking the United if Washburn had one, for sure.” States to officially support a bill to help end the tragedy in Uganda, and present them to President Obama at the White House on Dec. 15. Group members explained that by going to wewantobama.com or invisiblechildren.com. Students can let their voices Ashley Nadeau is a writer for The Review. be heard by providing their signature Reach her at ashley.nadeau@washburn. of support. Group members also sug-

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The cost of a college education is a burden for most students’ pocketbooks. Tuition alone racks up thousands of dollars a year, not including the additional cost of books and living expenses. But in addition to the financial strain that comes with higher education, students are increasing their financial burdens of their own accord, by going into credit card debt. According to the Council of Economic Education, the number one reason that students drop out of college is credit card debt. While the freedom of plastic can be liberating, it can also be dangerous for the financial standing of students, not to mention having a drastic effect on credit scores. College is typically the time when young adults begin to establish credit. A decent credit score is essential for major purchases, like buying a car or house. Renting agencies even look at credit scores before renting to potential leasers. The problem lies when students go overboard with credit spending, spiraling into debt that they can’t pay back. Perhaps part of the attraction of credit cards is that they work as a temporary fix for financial problems. Student Megan Kirkhart can attest to this as she immediately considered taking out a credit card to pay for her study abroad trip to Jamaica. “With all of the expenses that I already have, my bank account can’t really take a huge hit right now,” she

said, “I know that when I get my student loan in January, I’ll be able to pay off the expenses of the trip, so a credit card would allow me to postpone the payment for the trip until I could afford it.” However, Kirkhart discovered that the chances were unlikely that she would even get approved for a credit card before the Dec. 1

payment deadline, especially without a co-signer and opted against the plastic. Tougher credit card restrictions are putting serious limitations on the availability of credit cards for college students. Many are instantly denied, mostly because they have established little to no credit, and if they are approved, it is only if they find someone else with established credit to co-sign in case they cannot make payments later. Amanda David has avoided plastic for that very reason. “There are a couple reasons I don’t have a credit card. Mostly, I’m nervous that I would take advantage of the ability to use it and spend blindly and end up racking up a major bill. Granted I would probably be more aware of my spending habits but the slight chance of getting a little ‘swipe happy’ still exists,” David said. Instead of using a credit card, David, like many other college students, uses a debit card, which can act like a check and withdraw directly from a

checking account. nFinanSe, a financial services company and provider of prepaid card solutions headquartered in Tampa, Florida, encourages the use of debit or prepaid cards for students as well. The company also encourages students to take advantage of discounts offered with student IDs, keep the eating out to a minimum and to purchase used books. All of these solutions can help students keep debt to a minimum

without draining the bank account. Credit card debt is easy to fall into, but difficult to get out of. Paying attention to the balance in the bank in addition to using a little common sense when it comes to finances can increase any student’s chances for a more debt-free transition into the work force after graduation. Lauren Eckert is a junior mass media major. Reach her at lauren.eckert@ washburn.edu.

Lecturer to bring Delicious Peace Brian Allen WASHBURN REVIEW

JJ Keki, the leader of a 1,000 member Jewish community, is a Black African Jew living in a country that only sanctions Islam and Christianity. He is coming to Washburn as part of the Diversity Matters Series. He will speak from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Friday at the Maybe Library. He is the leader of the Abayudaya Jewish community in Uganda. A rural religious minority of subsistence farmers, the Abayudaya survived persecution by such regimes as Idi Amin by living in self-imposed isolation. They maintained their Hebrew traditions in total isolation until the 1960s and 1970s when they reached out and established contact with Israel. What makes JJ Keki’s story

unique beyond the struggle of the Jew- ditional World Music in 2005. CDs of ish Bantus of Uganda to maintain their his music, as well as hand made prayer identity, is the inspirational way he has hats, books of poetry, and of course, helped to lead an interfaith community Delicious Peace Coffee will be availout of poverty. He is a founder and able for purchase. director of the Delicious Peace interThis program is part of a Kulanu faith coffee cooperative. The coop has speaking tour to raise funds for two a Jewish president, a Christian vice- Abayudaya schools that educate and president, and Muslim treasurer. The feed 700 Jewish, Christian, and Muscooperative efforts of such a diverse lim children. Kulanu is a non-profit orgroup in these times of religious intol- ganization which supports isolated and erance so inspired Paul Katzeff, CEO emerging Jewish communities around of Thanksgiving Coffee Company, he the world. The event is sponsored by insisted on buying their entire deli- Washburn University’s Diversity Felcious coffee crop. lows, multicultural affairs office, inJJ Keki has been honored by ternational programs office, history Tuft’s University’s Global Leadership department, Phi Kappa Phi, Washburn Institute for his work in the coop and Student Government Association, and the coop’s success was heralded by Temple Beth Shalom’s Endlich Fund. Oprah magazine, Not Just a Cup but a Just Cup, August 2008. $35.00 plus tax A man of many talents, his music Brian Allen is a returning alumni. Reach was nominated for a Grammy in TraShare the him at brian.allen@washburn.edu.

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Opinion • Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Superstitions History, contentious politics mark 2009 Board supercede the Editorial WASHBURN REVIEW truth about Friday the 13th

Broken mirrors, black cats, tall ladders. Whether we admit to it or not, we’ve all succumb to the tradition of superstition, giving the afore mentioned items a negative connotation. Avoiding these superstitions, along with several others deemed unlucky by tradition, has become a way of life for many, passed down through multiple generations. With the month of November beginning on a Sunday, we are forced to bear through one of the most common superstitions of all: Friday the 13th. For the third time this year, people will go about their days more cautiously, maintaining a constant watch over their surroundings as they venture out into the world – that is, if they decide to leave the house at all. All of the hype surrounding this superstition made me wonder why we have any reason to worry about what may happen this Friday. So I used the all-powerful, all-knowing resource – Google – to help determine what my fate would be. To my surprise, paraskevidekatriaphobia, or the fear of Friday the 13th, has a relatively brief history. In fact, the superstition began shortly after the turn of the 20th century when stockbroker Thomas Lawson wrote Friday the Thirteenth, a book about a businessman who plots a stock market crash on the month’s most unlucky day. While his book sold thousands of copies and had quite an impact on the world of Wall Street, little else exists about the superstition beyond the infamous teenage murder movies made popular by a villain named Jason. There are some theories supporting the superstition that thirteen is FROM THE an unlucky number, or EDITOR Friday is an unlucky day, but history has never proven that combining the two makes for an unlucky date. What history has shown us is that many of these superstitions are passed down through oral tradition. Determining the origins of these beliefs involves a great deal of guesswork, and nothing can be absolutely proven without some form of tangible evidence. Nevertheless, a lack of history won’t keep people from blaming everything that goes wrong this Friday on superstition. It’s a lot like athletes who argue that they missed the game-winning shot because they weren’t wearing their lucky socks, or students who blame a poor exam score on the fact that they didn’t use their lucky pencil to take the test. No matter how hard we try, superstition seems to get us every time. That being said, you and I should have no fear in what the future brings us on Friday. History has given us nothing but theories and myths that plague our minds with questions about what doom may await us. Your life will not come crashing down before, and the world will not stop turning. You will be just fine. Just make sure to avoid men in hockey masks.

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The only thing missing from all these efforts, which to the president’s credit have helped slow the tide of a faltering economy, has been the return of high paying jobs that continue to be shipped overseas by the corporations that this president along with the previous one, helped to bail out of their economic woes. Lastly, the most recent contentious debate and issue being taken to task in this year (which Sen. Harry Reid now says might not happen until 2010) are the healthcare reform efforts currently under way in Congress. With the breathtaking scale of proposed programs and efforts to insure and protect a majority of American’s health it is no small thing to say that this year has been one of the ambitious and interesting year in politics in recent years. One hopes that the rest of the year still to come will see more “times a changin’” for the better.

With the festive musical issue of the November Argo, Washburn Review decided to get student’s thoughts on good music, along with testimony as to which songs students only listen to in private.

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As Bob Dylan once sang, “These times they are a changin’,” and nothing that has been said since the late sixties could be truer. As the holiday season descends upon us, it is perhaps time for a little bit of reflection on what has happened so far this year. Way back in January, the New Year was rung in with the inauguration of a new president. New in a context that perhaps was overly romanticized but yet cannot be forgotten. In a country that has dealt with the racial and ethnic tensions that the United States has experienced throughout it’s history, it is worth noting the fact that for the first time in it’s history the electorate chose what was considered not the “AfricanAmerican Candidate” but the best, “American Candidate” (despite what the birther movement might think). The year also continued with signs of the changing times with new elections taking place in countries that wouldn’t

have even held elections in the past like Iran, Afghanistan (where we still wait to see what the president wants to do on the ground) and Iraq. These steps toward the democratizing of parts of the world that have been dominated by fundamentalist Muslim and dictatorial regimes are the glimmers of a signal of a society of younger emerging pro western minds in these countries. While at the same time that these elections have shown a first step towards democracy in areas that have gone without such, the regimes that still rule in some of those countries are still moving towards a world of nuclear proliferation and the opposition to the rest of the worlds attempts to help moderate the regions they inhabit, be it Iran in the middle east or North Korea in east Asia. The year was also highlighted by yet another round of stimulus spending, taking the national debt and deficit into territory that hasn’t been seen since the great depression and cold war. Anyone that wanted to get a new car could line up to cash in his or her clunker and take another bit of government money.

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High school: publications threatened Continued from page A1 wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be the first time that journalism wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t funded, but was still taught. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I taught journalism skills (both newspaper and yearbook) for 16 years before any vocational funds were available,â&#x20AC;? said Padget. She added that the vocational money they receive is put toward new software and hardware but it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pay for what their school paper really needs. Advertising and fund raising cover the costs of printing the paper and hosting their Web site. Karla Denny, the director of communication at the Kansas State Department of Education, said the programs targeted for a cut in funding may not lose all of their funds. Where the money will go is up to the particular school district and each individual school. Whatever the amount of funding these newspapers will receive, the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Blue Streakâ&#x20AC;? at Washburn Rural and â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Worldâ&#x20AC;? at Topeka High will both continue their publication. The money may not come from the state but both papers will find a way to fund the publications because students are still interested in producing their high school newspaper. Scott said keeping these programs is vital because of what the classes teach students. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Journalism provides numerous life skills that everyone needs to be a successful and productive adult including time management, teamwork and communication.â&#x20AC;? At Washburn rural, the yearbook and newspaper staff, combined, consists of 75 students and 55 at Topeka High. With this many students participating in these programs, they will be hard fought to get rid of them. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What saddens me is that â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; has won a total of 17 Quill and Scroll awards since it became a charter member in 1934, including two George H. Gallup awards, the last in 2008, and we still need to beg for money to print this award-winning paper,â&#x20AC;? said Padget. Kate Hampson is a junior mass media major. Reach her at katelyn.hampson@ washburn.edu.

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Film helps deli transcend limits Meghan Ryan WASHBURN REVIEW

It is a beautiful autumn afternoon and the diverse lunch crowd ranges from women in sweat pants grabbing a quick ham sandwich to men in business attire socializing. One such man appears to have stepped right out of the capitol building or bank in a lightgreen button down shirt, slacks, slicked back hair and glasses. To the untrained eye, he appears to be out of place while ordering hot pickles next to the old deli counter in the small, weathered building in Little Russia. But, like everyone else that walks through those heavily painted red screen doors, he is welcomed by everyone.â&#x20AC;¨ â&#x20AC;&#x153;Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take a dime of this mans money,â&#x20AC;? Charlie Porubsky calls from behind his deli counter to Cecelia Pierson handling the cash register. The man had attended the showing of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Porubskyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Transcendent Deliâ&#x20AC;? documentary the night before and had donated money towards the Porubsky Documentary Fund. Cecelia attempts to deny the money as he places the bill randomly on the counter top so that she cannot hand it back to him. He succeeds in paying for the famous Porubsky hot pickles and Charlie and Cecelia genuinely laugh and welcome the new acquaintance back to the deli any time.â&#x20AC;¨ Welcoming strangers is not a strange occurrence in C.W. Porubskyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Deli and Tavern. Since it opened in 1947 by Charles W. Porubsky, the community of not only Little Russia, but Topeka as a whole, has received great food and a sense of belonging.â&#x20AC;¨ The small building of Porubskyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lies north of Topeka between the river and railroad tracks. Although awkwardly located, Porubskyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is well known throughout the area and directions from friendly locals are easy to come by. The family owned store houses a deli, small grocery section and a bar with eating area that holds only 36 people. Newspaper clippings with rave reviews of Porubskyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s famous chili and hot pickles line the walls along with pictures of the politicians that made the trip across the train tracks for lunch, including Governor Kathleen Sebelius. â&#x20AC;¨ â&#x20AC;&#x153;You never know from one day to the next whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coming in to eatâ&#x20AC;Ś Maybe a governor, or a plumber,â&#x20AC;?

Photo courtesy of Porubskyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Deli at transcendentdeli.org

Little russia, big pickles: Porubskyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s famous chili is only made during certain times of the year. But itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more than the food that has attracted customers. The deli is also well-known for their friendly employees and warm atmosphere. said Charlie Porubsky, son of founder C.W. Porubsky. Since the 1970â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, seven governors have visited the family owned joint along with countless members of the community. Topekanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s flock to the deli for the internationally famous chili from October to April during the Monday through Thursday lunches. Daily menu items include the well known, and possibly infamous, hot pickles that will clear sinuses and make the eyes water. A less adventurous favorite includes the heavily laden cold cut sandwiches.â&#x20AC;¨ Porubskyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s has a long history and has survived tragedies with the help of the community. In 1951, a flood damaged the building and within the year it was reopened with the help of loved ones and neighbors. A fire closed the store down in 1967, but, the Porubsky family again prevailed and reopened only five months later.

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The biggest problem area, said McGuire, is connecting with students. The program needs to establish solidarity and students need an easier way to find out if they are enrolled in the Honorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Program. Another change that McGuire envisions is to establish a student council. The National Collegiate Honorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Council, the governing authority for university honorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s programs, lists 17 characteristics for a fully developed honorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s program, one of which is a student council. Currently an honorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s advisory board exists, but there are only three students on the board. The curriculum needs to be revisited to answer questions about course substitutions. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The mechanism for reviewing courses that constitute as honorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coursesâ&#x20AC;? will be studied and â&#x20AC;&#x153;a more formal procedure will be in place,â&#x20AC;? said McGuire. All honors courses also need a special assessment form just for honors students. McGuire wants to implement changes to the program as soon as possible, but said that â&#x20AC;&#x153;this is an on-going process.â&#x20AC;? Some changes have already been implemented or are in progress. In the past, there have never been official guidelines as to what specific requirements make a student eligible for the honorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s program. Now, incoming freshman are required to have a minimum ACT score of 28 and a high school GPA of 3.5. Current and transfer students must have a cumulative college GPA of 3.5. Another change being pursued is to recognize members of the Honors Program with a spring banquet and a reception after graduation. Students who wish to apply to the honors program for the spring 2010 semester should do so by Dec. 1. If you are unsure as to your standing in the honors program, or for more information about Washburnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Honors Program, visit www.washburn.edu/honors. Mikki Burcher is a senior mass media/ English major. Reach her at mikale. burcher@washburn.edu.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always been a family deal, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s how it has always been and how weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll always keep it,â&#x20AC;? said Charlie Porubsky.â&#x20AC;¨ Great-grandson Matt Porubsky has recently explored his famous families history and created the documentary Porubskyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s-Transcendent Deli. Working with Topeka local Gizmo Pictures, Matt explored the history of the business and the Little Russia neighborhood it is located in. Grandfather Charlie Porubsky enjoyed watching the film and the pictures of his mother. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The movie was excellent,â&#x20AC;? he said.â&#x20AC;¨ Family members were not the only ones impressed. A large crowd attended the opening night of the documentary at Hollywood Theaters on Nov. 5. The Shawnee County Library will be showing the documentary on Friday at 7 and 8 p.m. The documentary will also be traveling to Lawrence, Manhattan and will be made into a DVD.â&#x20AC;¨

C. W. Porubskyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Deli and Tavern is a culinary and cultural icon that should be experienced by the entire Topeka community. It is important to experience something different than the lack-luster, culture-less fast food joints that infect our nation today. The college generation of today has only been able to witness the near extinction of nonfranchise restaurants. This deli offers everything a college student desires: personality, warmth, and most importantly, good cheap food. Porubskyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is definitely worth a quick fifteen minute trip to north Topeka. Make the journey to 508 NE Sardou Ave. before April to enjoy the famous chili and atmosphere. . Meghan Ryan is a sophomore political science/German major. Reach her at meghan.ryan@washburn.edu.

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Men’s basketball November

16—PERU STATE (NEB.), 7 p.m. 19—SAINT MARY, 7 p.m. 23—BETHANY, 7 p.m. 24—KANSAS WESLEYAN, 7 p.m. 28—BAKER, 7:30 p.m.

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December

2—at Nebraska-Omaha, 7 p.m. 5—at Northwest Missouri State, 7:30 p.m. 12—TRUMAN STATE, 7:30 p.m. 17—Western Washington, 5 p.m.^ 18—Central Washington, 5 p.m.^ 28—MISSOURI WESTERN, 7:30 p.m. 30—at Fort Hays State, 7:30 p.m.

January

2—at Central Missouri, 3:30 p.m. 5—at Southwest Baptist, 7:30 p.m. 9—MISSOURI SOUTHERN, 7:30 p.m. 13—at Pittsburg State, 7:30 p.m. 16—EMPORIA STATE, 7:30 p.m. 23—NEBRASKA-OMAHA, 7:30 p.m. 27—NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE, 7:30 p.m. 30—at Missouri Western, 7:30 p.m.

February

3—at Truman State, 7:30 p.m. 6—FORT HAYS STATE, 7:30 p.m. 10—CENTRAL MISSOURI, 7:30 p.m. 13—SOUTHWEST BAPTIST, 7:30 p.m. 17—at Missouri Southern, 7:30 p.m. 20—PITTSBURG STATE, 7:30 p.m. 24—at Emporia State, 7:30 p.m.*

March

5-7—MIAA tournament, TBA, at Kansas City, Mo. Home games in all caps MIAA conference games bolded ^Great Western Shootout at Las Vegas, Nev.

Women’s basketball November

15—ICHABOD GOLF TEAM, 1 p.m. 21—SOUTHWESTERN, 7 p.m. 24—DRURY, 7 p.m. 27—MISSOURI-ST. LOUIS, 7:30 p.m.* 28—ROCKHURST, 5:30 p.m.*

December

2—at Nebraska-Omaha, 5:30 p.m. 5—at Northwest Missouri State, 5:30 p.m. 12—TRUMAN STATE, 5:30 p.m. 16—Western Washington, 3 p.m.^ 17—Central Washington, 1 p.m.^ 28—MISSOURI WESTERN, 5:30 p.m. 30—at Fort Hays State, 5:30 p.m.

January

2—at Central Missouri, 1:30 p.m. 5—at Southwest Baptist, 5:30 p.m. 9—MISSOURI SOUTHERN, 5:30 p.m. 13—at Pittsburg State, 5:30 p.m. 16—EMPORIA STATE, 5:30 p.m. 23—NEBRASKA-OMAHA, 5:30 p.m. 27—NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE, 5:30 p.m. 30—at Missouri Western, 5:30 p.m.

February

3—at Truman State, 5:30 p.m. 6—FORT HAYS STATE, 5:30 p.m. 10—CENTRAL MISSOURI, 5:30 p.m. 13—SOUTHWEST BAPTIST, 5:30 p.m. 17—at Missouri Southern, 5:30 p.m. 20—PITTSBURG STATE, 5:30 p.m. 24—at Emporia State, 5:30 p.m.

March

4-7—MIAA Championship, TBA, at Kansas City, Mo. Home games in all caps MIAA conference games bolded *Lady Blues Holiday Classic ^W. Washington Great Western Shootout at Las Vegas, Nev.

Photo by Matt Wilper, Washburn Review

Hornets swarmed: Despite an impressive 56-35 win against rival Emporia State on Saturday, Washburn is not going to the playoffs. NebraskaOmaha and Missouri Western, both 6-3 in the MIAA, will represent the conference in the Kanza Bowl and the Mineral Water Bowl.

Ichabods’ season over Josh Rouse WASHBURN REVIEW

disappointed.” Schurig said while two of Washburn’s three losses were very The 2009 football season was one close and somewhat controversial, one of extreme highs and lows for Washburn, game stood out in his mind as a reason ranging from a 52-point blowout against they didn’t move on to the playoffs: Pittsburg State on Homecoming to a Nebraska-Omaha. three point loss to Northwest Missouri. Schurig was disappointed in It only seems fitting to end it in similar himself for not preparing the team better, fashion. and the team was Less than unable to play 24 hours after an “ to its capability. explosive 56-35 That one game The committee win against rival may have Emporia State played a large chose to go with in Emporia, the part in the next three Texas schools, Ichabods suffered disappointment a tremendous for the Ichabods. which that’s the letdown. The “The only first time that’s ever Bods had been way I figured ranked ninth we’d get in the happened. in the Super playoffs is if - Craig Schurig Regional Four, of Missouri Western Head football coach which six teams made the playoffs, qualify for the and then the bowl ” game was a real playoffs. Four teams ahead of possibility,” said Washburn lost: Schurig. “The No. 3 Tarleton State, No. 4 Abilene way everything ended up unfolding, Christian, No. 5 Missouri Western it was kind of a rare circumstance that and No. 6 Central Missouri. Six teams happened and it knocked us out of the qualified—Washburn did not. bowls, too.” “It’s hard to say when it goes to a With Northwest Missouri gaining committee,” said Craig Schurig, head the automatic playoff bid for winning coach. “You’re relying on different the MIAA conference, no other MIAA voices and different people analyzing school was picked by the selection different things. We’re kinda putting committee to compete in the playoffs. it in the hands of someone else. We “The committee chose to go with obviously felt, as a coaching staff three Texas schools, which that’s the first and as players, that we finished very time that’s ever happened,” said Schurig. strong and we had the credentials to “We [the MIAA] were shut out.” really be evaluated strongly for the Please see ICHABODS page A8 playoffs. That didn’t work out, so we’re

All-MIAA selections Offense

Second team QB - Dane Simoneau WR - Drameagon Powers OL - Brian Folkerts OL - Ty Lewis K - Steve Ivanisevic

Defense

First team

DL - Eric Lawrence LB - Zach Watkins** DB - Pierre Desir

Second team DT - Ben Bianchino LB - Michael Krajicek

Honorable mention RB - Vershon Moore FB - Brad Haug TE - Ryan Mertz OL - Bill Boyer DL - Brandon Jackson P - Austin Hills

** - Third year in a row, unanimous selection, MIAA Defensive Player of the Year

WU volleyball focusing on Hays, then Emporia Eric Smith WASHBURN REVIEW With the Turnpike Tussle against Emporia State looming at 7 p.m. Friday for the Washburn volleyball team, many are already anticipating the final home match of the season for the Lady Blues as it will be Senior Night and a top 10 matchup between rival schools. Being called a “Blue Out Game,” the Washburn Student Government Association will be handing out Blue Out T-shirts in Lee Arena to the first 350 students and free pizza after the second game for Washburn students. However, before all the hoopla of Friday is a match versus Fort Hays State at 7 p.m. tonight at Gross Coliseum in Hays, and Washburn coach Chris Herron is making sure his team is prepared for the Tigers. “One of the things I told my kids is this: We’re not going to talk about Emporia State until we play to Fort Hays State,” said Herron. “If we start looking past matches, we’ll be getting caught from behind. We’re just going to focus on Fort Hays State and we’re going to go from there.” Fort Hays State is tied for last in the MIAA with Missouri Western at 3-15 and the Tigers have an overall record of 7-25. They have lost seven straight matches and 10 of 11 with their last victory coming Oct. 21 at home against Western. While Hays leads the all-time

Photo by Aaron Deffenbaugh, Washburn Review

One game at a time: Coach Chris Herron wants the volleyball squad to focus on taking down Fort Hays State tonight before worrying about rival Emporia State on Friday. series versus the Lady Blues 44 to 29, on its home floor the past two years. Washburn has won seven straight and The Lady Blues’ only senior Kate eight of nine including its 3-0 sweep of Hampson, who was honored with two the Hays in Lee Arena on Oct. 14. awards in the last week including being The match versus Hays is still named the MIAA Specialist of the Week important, but eighth-ranked Washburn’s and being named to the 2009 CoSIDA/ match against ninth-ranked Emporia has ESPN The Magazine Academic Allbigger implications for the playoffs and District Third Team along with teammate NCAA regional rankings. If the Lady Mollie Lacy, has just two regular season Blues (30-4, 14-4) win, they’ll most games left with the Lady Blues and said likely finish tied for second in the MIAA she wants to make sure that it ends well. with the Hornets (27-4, 14-3). The “At Fort Hays we just need to not Lady Blues lost their first 2009 match let up and not play down because they’re to the Hornets, 3-2, on Oct. 16 in White in the conference and they’re playing Auditorium and Emporia has dominated better,” Hampson said. “We just need the overall series 76 to 25. However the to come out strong and try not to think season series has been a bit closer as the about Emporia State and Friday.” two teams have split in each of the last Eric Smith is a senior mass media major. three seasons, with each team winning Reach him at eric.smith1@washburn.edu

Josh Rouse WASHBURN REVIEW

The heavens are finally smiling upon Kansas City Chiefs fans. The storied franchise released Larry Johnson on Monday, ending a love-hate (more hate than love) relationship that began the moment he became Priest Holmes’ backup on draft day. From comments about dirty diapers and gay slurs to slinging drinks at women in bars, the Johnson-Chiefs saga has spanned three head coaches, seven years and 5,996 rushing yards— only 75 yards short of Holmes’ team rushing record. In fact, there was even a petition going around to prevent LJ from breaking the record, although it doesn’t appear the release has anything to do with that. Let’s get one thing straight: Larry Johnson is not a bad running back. Despite a horrible offensive line the last few years, Johnson SPORTS averaged 93.1 yards per game COLUMN in 2007 when he was healthy and nearly gained 1,000 yards in 2008 (he was 52 yards short). He still has some value as a potent rusher, but his antics and remarks have likely sealed his tomb with other NFL organizations. Then again, Michael Vick funded dog murder and he’s still playing football. Right off the top of my head, I can think of a few potential suitors for Johnson—namely the Oakland Raiders. Oakland has a history of taking in players with personality issues and a ton of talent. They’re also divisional rivals with the Chiefs and he could be looking for some revenge, a la Favre, after being spurned by the Chiefs. The Raiders are also in serious need of an offensive weapon, especially at running back with Darren McFadden injured. Tampa Bay is another possible choice for Johnson, as they lack a true No. 1 running back and have instead employed a running back by committee approach. Other teams that might show an interest include the Patriots, who lack a consistent rush attack week in and week out despite having a solid offensive line, the Cleveland Browns, who frankly have nothing to lose at this point in their existence, and the Detroit Lions, yet another anemic offense that could benefit from a consistent rushing attack and has little to lose from the dip in team chemistry he seems to cause. In his wake, expect either Kolby Smith or Jamaal Charles to flourish. Both are speedy enough to get around the weak offensive line, and both have shown flashes of excellence starting in Johnson’s place during his injuries. Finally, the Chiefs have a chance to heal. Josh Rouse is a junior mass media major. Reach him at joshua.rouse@ washburn.edu.

Wednesday, November 11, 2009 • Sports

Bods welcome 10 new players

Sports Report

Eric Smith WASHBURN REVIEW

Football Standings

NW Missouri St. (2) Central Missouri (23) Missouri Western Washburn (24) Nebraska-Omaha Fort Hays St. Pittsburg St. Missouri Southern Emporia St. Truman St.

Conf. 9-0 6-3 6-3 6-3 6-3 4-5 3-6 3-6 1-8 1-8

Overall 10-1 8-3 8-3 8-3 7-4 6-5 5-6 3-7 2-9 2-9

PF 490 354 417 449 362 365 323 241 233 190

PA 196 258 288 236 267 402 306 326 379 371

Taking a look at the 2009 roster for the Washburn men’s basketball team, is a trip through new names. That’s because the Bods only have five returners from last season. The Ichabods lost nine of their 12 top players in minutes from last season including the entire starting lineup and their top eight scorers. Those returning have just 15 games of starting experience from last year’s team and all together accounted for an average of 16.0 points per game. They include juniors Logan Stutz and Nate Daniels, sophomore William McNeill, sophomore Steve Feighny and redshirt freshman Todd Eils.

( )- Division II national ranking (Top 25)

Final MIAA regular season results Nov. 27 Washburn 56, Emporia State 35

Northwest Missouri State 56, Central Missouri 14 Truman State 28, Pittsburg State 21

Nebraska-Omaha 30, Missouri Western 21 Fort Hays State 48, Missouri Southern 34

NCAA Div. II playoffs Games Saturday

Div. II Bowl games Dec. 5 Mineral Water Bowl At Excelsior Springs, Mo.

Games Nov. 21

Kanza Bowl

Tarleton St. at Texas-Kingsville, noon Abilene Christian at Midwest. St., noon Mo. Western vs. Augustana, noon

TSU-TAMKU winner at C. Washington At Hummer Sports Park ACU-MSU winner at NW Mo. St. Neb.-Omaha vs. W. Texas A&M, 1 p.m.

Volleyball Standings

Overall 31-4 27-4 30-4 22-10 23-11 20-12 13-18 13-20 11-22 10-21 7-25

Sets won Sets lost 96 23 85 24 96 20 76 43 79 52 76 45 54 70 50 73 50 77 43 73 34 82

w e i v e Staff Pick ‘Em R e Th Archive photo, Washburn Review

( )- Division II national ranking (Top 25)

WU recent results Nov. 7

WU upcoming schedule Tonight

Washburn 3, Pitt. St. 1

Washburn at Fort Hays St., 7 p.m.

Washburn 3, SW Baptist 0

Emporia St. at Washburn, 7 p.m.

Washburn 3, Mo. Southern 0

NCAA South Central Regional Tourn.

Nov. 6

Friday

Nov. 3

Nov. 20-22

Week Nine

Soccer

the games

Standings

Truman St. Nebraska-Omaha Central Missouri Washburn NW Missouri St. Missouri Western Southwest Baptist Missouri Southern Emporia St.

Conf. 13-2-1 12-2-2 12-3-1 8-7-1 7-8-1 6-8-2 5-9-2 3-13-0 1-15-0

WU recent results Nov. 7

Washburn 2, Emporia St. 1

Nov. 5

Washburn 3, Missouri Southern 2

Nov. 1

Washburn 1, Missouri Western 0

Overall 14-3-3 13-5-2 13-5-2 11-8-1 11-8-1 8-10-2 7-9-3 5-15-0 1-17-1

GF 37 43 32 26 22 26 31 18 10

GA 12 20 12 28 21 25 35 42 49

NCAA South Central Reg. First round Friday At Canyon, Texas

Truman St. vs. Nebraska-Omaha, noon

the staff

Conf. Central Missouri (5) 17-2 Emporia St. (8) 14-3 Washburn (9) 14-4 Pittsburg St. (21) 12-6 Truman St. (19) 11-7 Nebraska-Omaha (22) 10-9 Missouri Southern 6-11 NW Missouri St. 4-13 Southwest Baptist 4-13 Missouri Western 3-15 Fort Hays St. 3-15

While coach Bob Chipman, in chemistry has been good on and off the his 31st season as Washburn’s coach, court,” Stutz said. understands the challenges ahead with Coach Chipman said the team has such a new team, he said his returning several new players to watch including players are the ones that are setting the junior forward De’Andre Washington. examples. “He was player of the year as “Returners know what to expect. a freshman in the Gulf South, then They know what Washburn basketball is transferred to Pensacola,” said Chipman. all about,” said Chipman, whose team is “He and Virgil Philistin played at picked to finish fifth in the MIAA by the Pensacola. Both averaged about 11-12 media and eighth by the coaches. “They points a game. know to come here and practice very “Maurice Colter, is a little point hard every day. And they know that we guard, had a great year a Butler. With like defensive-minded guys here with those three, just having recent success our program, and that we like to share and good programs, you kind of look to the ball on offense. And you’d like them them right away.” to do that every day to the Another player that best of their ability to show Chipman said to keep an MEN’S the new guys what this is all eye on is senior guard Nate BASKETBALL Wallace, a 24-year-old about. “And then you also want product of Topeka High. them talking to them about it, ‘hey, we “Nate Wallace is a kid who’s coming got to play hard here’ and ‘hey, we got back to get his degree, local kid. He’s a to take care of the ball and share that ball little older, just trying to finish up. He’s better.’” got the most basketball experience. But McNeill said he is ready to become he’s been out of competitive basketball a leader and show the other new guys like this for three or four years.” how things work under coach Chipman. The top freshmen, Chipman said, “I think it’s real important with me, include two Topekans in Bryce Simons Nate and Logan being returners because and Bobby Chipman, as well as Sabethawe’ve got to let the other guys know native Mitch Allen. what to do, what not to do, what coach “We got a good group of freshmen. approves of, and what’s the system like. But freshmen are freshmen,” said “Since we’ve been here, we already Chipman. “Bryce is playing so hard. know what it is,” said McNeill, “We just Bobby, my son, is doing a lot of need to get them up to speed so we can things right. Mitch Allen, a tough kid. be together as a team.” But all three are going to have some And while the returning players opportunities.” are forced into The first chance of the season to leadership see the Bods in live action was in their positions lone exhibition game against Division b e c a u s e I UNLV Tuesday night in Las Vegas. of their The Bods lost 62-52 in a game that experience, was close until the final few minutes. four out of Freshman forward Bobby Chipman and five of the senior guard Nate Wallace led the team returners, Daniels is the with eight points each. Washburn’s first lone exception, are in their second year. regular season game is against Peru State “It’s almost a little unfair to them (Neb.) at 7 p.m. Monday in Lee Arena. since most of them have only been in the “We started out practice a couple of program one year,” said Chipman. “It’s weeks ago and got a lot of new guys and not like they’re four-year seniors. They’re a lot of talent,” said Stutz. “I think we’re trying to figure it out themselves.” really starting to come around and come With all of the players leaving, together.” Chipman did a lot of signing in the offseason including four freshmen and six transfers. Stutz said getting to know all the new faces has gone pretty well. Eric Smith is a senior mass media “I think it’s hard when you got a major. Reach him at eric.smith1@ lot of new guys to blend but the team washburn.edu.

Nebraska @ Kansas

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The Review Staff Pick ‘Em is a weekly feature where we pick the winners of college and pro football games around the country. Check back weekly to see our standings!

Lady Blues out-rebound Oklahoma State in exhibition loss Josh Rouse and Eric Smith WASHBURN REVIEW

Blues, however, as they went 6-17 on three pointers and out-rebounded OSU 34-32. “We’ve got a ways to go, but that’s The Washburn Lady Blues are 0-2 par for the course,” said Ron McHenry. in exhibition play. Washburn lost 67-48 to Oklahoma The team has nine new players and we State Tuesday night at Gallagher-Iba lose some of the scorers last year. We Arena in Stillwater, Okla. Junior guard may have to play somebody really good to find out where our Hope Gregory led the team deficiencies are at. I kind in scoring with 13 points, WOMEN’S of know where they are, as well as six rebounds. Senior guard Amanda BASKETBALL but until somebody else wakes us up and whips Fessenden put up eight us pretty good, we may points and senior forward Dayna Rodriguez chipped in seven not know them, even though we try to points and six boards. OSU’s Andrea convince them of it. “We’re making progress and I like Riley dropped 28 points on the Blues. Washburn shot 40.5 percent against what we have, though once we focus the Cowgirls and was a lackluster 50 on the things that can win us games, I percent from the freethrow line. There think we’ll be all right. We should be were statistical highlights for the good to go for another title and make

a run at it.” Washburn began their exhibition run Sunday with an 88-60 loss to the University of Iowa, where Gregory scored 16 points to lead the Lady Blues. Gregory was the only double digit scorer for the Blues, and looks to be a major contributor from a scoring standpoint this season. McHenry said he also expects Rodriguez to step up big this year, and hopes she can use her size (6’2) and athleticism to create mismatches. “For us to be very good, Dayna’s going to have to score, because that’s one of our deficiencies this year is scoring,” said McHenry. “So I think with Dayna in there scoring, she’s a low post player and we always need a low post presence. Dayna has the ability to play inside very strong, as

well as step out and play.” McHenry was also high on senior guard Brette Ulsaker, as well, saying she was versatile enough to play the one, two and three spots because of her size and knowledge of the game. “I think she has some scoring ability and I think she’ll be more comfortable trying to score,” said McHenry. Ulsaker, one of four seniors on the team, said this season would be different than last year, when they had a strong core of returners with scoring roles already in place. With the loss of six seniors, from a year ago including Jessica Mainz, there will be plenty of opportunities for younger players to step up. “It reminds me a lot of the first year I came in when we had like 10

newcomers,” said Ulsaker. “That’s how it was when I came here and I was one of the newcomers. It’s just good to see everyone trying to catch on and molding a new team, because we definitely are a totally new team this year. That’s how our team is going to be, I guess. It’s going to be a new tradition almost is how I look at it.” McHenry said the Lady Blues have a chance to excel, given the right circumstances. “We can be good,” said McHenry. “At some point we’ve just got to figure it out and do the little things.” Josh Rouse is a junior mass media major. Reach him at joshua.rouse@ washburn.edu. Eric Smith is a senior mass media major. Reach him at eric. smith1@washburn.edu

Sports • Wednesday, November 11, 2009

RoadRunners finally back in action Topeka faces schedule after stretch, week off

easier tough

Richard Kelly WASHBURN REVIEW The Topeka RoadRunners could probably conclude they’re over the biggest hump so far this season. Going into a weekend in which they would face their toughest test of the young season so far, the RoadRunners prevailed in two of three games in Chesterfield, Mo., against their divisional rival, the St. Louis Bandits (13-3-2). The games took place during the weekend of Oct. 30-Nov. 1. They won Friday’s contest 3-1 and NAHL followed the HOCKEY next night with a shutout to win 2-0 before dropping the Sunday contest 5-2. Eric Rohrkemper, who Topeka brought in when goalie Cooper Frederick went down with an injury, got the shutout Saturday. It was his first of the season. The previous weekend, the team played one of the weaker teams in the league, the Albert Lea Thunder, but R. J. Enga, Topeka assistant coach, said they transitioned well. “St. Louis is obviously the benchmark team that you play and they’re always good,“ said Enga. “To take two out of three, I think anyone would be happy, let alone against a topend opponent like St. Louis.” The RoadRunners have had this past week off and have used the time period to allow players to take care of injuries and get rest. Enga said he believes that will be valuable for the team. “It’s the perfect time [for players to rest],” said Enga. “Three game weekends are tough on the guys. With the level that we play—three times in a row at that level—anyone that’s banged up or dinged up, it will give them an extra week here to heal up.” But despite such a strong record so far this season, Enga said the team

Photo by Chris Hamm, Washburn Review

Fall break: The Topeka RoadRunners took a week off last week after a tough stretch against the St. Louis Bandits (13-3-2) where they went 2-1-0. The ‘Runners next face the Wichita Falls Wildcats, a fellow member of the NAHL’s South Division, and will follow that up with Washburn Night on Nov. 20. will have to continue to battle every game and can’t take a weekend off just because an opponent isn’t the caliber of a tougher team like St. Louis. As the RoadRunners look to continue to build off their strengths, the team hopes to see a continuation of their scoring output. At this point, no player has taken the lead role as top goal scorer for the team, but a plethora of players are contending for the top spot. Much of that can be related to the work the team puts in, but also because of how the players seem to be able to get along, said Enga. The RoadRunners next games are this weekend at home against the Wichita Falls Wildcats, who

are also in the South Division. Puck drop is 7:05 p.m. for both. Following this weekend’s games, the RoadRunners will return to action Friday, Nov. 20, and Saturday, Nov. 21, against the Springfield Jr. Blues. Friday will be Washburn Night for students and will include free tickets and T-shirts while supplies last. RoadRunner players will be at Washburn on Wednesday, Nov. 18, and Thursday, Nov. 19, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. handing out tickets to students.

Washburn volleyball wins game three with no subs, takes match 3-1

Help kickoff the RoadRunners introduction to the iSave program! Washburn students will now be able to get 10 percent off home games with their WU ID.

ICHABODS: Washburn left out of playoffs, bowl Continued from page A6

Eric Smith WASHBURN REVIEW

November 20, 7:05 p.m.

Richard Kelly is a sophomore mass media major. Reach him at richard. kelly@washburn.edu.

Blues top Gorillas after ‘unbelievable’ 3rd set

In most sports, there is no limit on the number of substitutions a team can make. However, in volleyball, that number, many onlookers found out in the Washburn-Pittsburg State match Saturday afternoon, is 12. In the third game of the match that the Lady Blues would win 3-1, leading at the 30-29 mark, Washburn made its final sub, not knowing how long the game would go. That put the team in a predicament of not having enough hitters, so Jennifer Kolarik and Tessa Brophy, both had to play those positions on the front row. “The situation we were in game three where we had two [defensive specialists] in the front row because we ran out of subs, I was really, really proud of our team for the fact that we were able to overcome that,” said coach Chris Herron. “We had two kids that never swing at all and they’re playing the front row. One of them could barely get it over the net. So it’s one of those types of things where since we overcame that, I was really proud of our kids, regardless of how the match turned out.” The Lady Blues ended up winning the game 35-33, in one of the longest games in Washburn volleyball history. Herron said just to play a game that long with the situation the team was in was very nerve-wracking. “Your stomach starts getting tied up in knots I can tell you that,” he said. Senior setter Kate Hampson had the winning kill and said it was the longest game she’d ever been part of.

Free tickets... free T-shirt

Photo by Aaron Deffenbaugh , Washburn Review

Sub away: The Lady Blues defeated No. 22 Pittsburg State despite running into a predicament in the third set with their substitutes. The game was one of the longest in WU history. “To win game three,” she said, “that was huge because I had never played that many points in one game. And to do it with two people who had never played hitter is huge too. “I thought we were going to play to like 45. It was just that back and forth. It just seemed like we would get a kill and they would get a kill. We never really rallied until that last point, and then it was a really long rally.” Hampson’s dump to win the game came after several volleys back and forth by both teams. Hampson, not usually one to get kills, said she noticed they weren’t expecting her to go for one, so she kind of surprised them. “I hadn’t really attacked at all so they weren’t jumping with me anymore,” she said. “So I just knew that they had all been on the court to get the last ball over and they were still running

back to their positions. So I knew that if I just hit the ball over quick, it would probably land. Thank God it was in. “I think we just all dropped to our knees in disbelief because we just won after so many points. It was unbelievable.” The eighth-ranked Lady Blues lost the first game to the No. 22 Gorillas 2519 before winning the next three. “I thought we played hard. I thought they played hard,” said Herron. “The emotions of the match are always so you get high, you get low. As the coach, you try to sit over there and not get so high and so low. And for me that’s come with age. Again I’m up and I’m down. But I’m a whole lot more calm than I used to be.” Eric Smith is a senior mass media major. Reach him at eric.smith1@ washburn.edu.

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Because of the exemption of any other MIAA team from the playoffs and a four-way tie for second, NebraskaOmaha (7-4, 6-3 in MIAA) leapfrogged Central Missouri, Missouri Western and Washburn (all of which were 8-3, 6-3) to gain a bid to the inaugural Kanza Bowl at Hummer Sports Park in Topeka against West Texas A&M. Missouri Western will play in the Mineral Water Bowl against Augustana College. With all hopes at postseason play eliminated, Washburn must now focus on rebuilding for next season. Schurig said the Ichabods will be losing a lot of great seniors, but the program is always full of young players willing to step up. One area of concern in particular for Schurig will be rebuilding an imposing defense, three members of which he said were receiving a lot of attention from NFL scouts: Zach Watkins, Brandon Jackson and Eric Lawrence. “We have to replace some very good defensive players and add some depth there, but I would anticipate us being a very competitive team next year,” said Schurig. “Hopefully, we’ll get it done to where we’re not leaving a decision up to a committee, and we’re an automatic qualifier.” Josh Rouse is a junior mass media major. Reach him at joshua.rouse@ washburn.edu.

Photo by Aaron Deffenbaugh, Washburn Review

Et tu, D2?: The Ichabods’ season is over after the selection committee snubbed them from the playoffs.

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Nov. 11, 2009

the Argo musi c musi c music edition

The Argo

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

In this issue of the Argo:

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Review Editors: Managing/Online/Print Ben Fitch/Valerie Caviglia/ Nicole Stejskal Argo Editor Regina Budden Assistant Editor Leia Karimul Bashar Copy Editor Josh King Page Design Regina Budden, Leia Karimul Bashar, Ben Fitch Advertising Manager Angie Marquart Photo Editor Matt Wilper Photos Robert Burkett, Mike Goehring, Chuck Stephens, Matt Wilper Faculty Adviser Regina Cassell Writers Mikki Burcher, Robert Burkett, Valerie Caviglia, Kristen Grimmer, Leia Karimul Bashar, Richard Kelly, Maggie Pilcher, Chuck Stephens, David Wiens, Matt Wilper

COVER This Argo is about the music scene, from local bands to Washburn music to more widely known music artists. Music reviews written by our editors and staff are scattered throughout, with photo collages on pages 6, 7 and 12.

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Page 6&7 Page 12

Classic rock Read about the music of Harptallica, the duo that is sweeping the classical world with their rocking beats

Up front and center Review photographer Michael Joseph Goehring shares his most phenominal pictures of the local music scene

Pub party Check out the photo collage from the Review staff’s “extracurricular activities” during the conference in Austin, Texas

Music, culture, classes: another Regina discourse

Regina Marie Budden WASHBURN REVIEW

The Argo is a monthly insert published by the staff of the Washburn Review for coverage of Arts & Entertainment. To get in touch with the Washburn Review newsroom, please call (785) 670-2506 or e-mail at theargo@washburnreview.org. We welcome letters to the editor. Please send them in e-mail format to regina.budden@washburn.edu.

As yet another Argo rolls off the press, I question everything. Did we catch all of the typos and spelling errors? Does the design reflect the content? Was calling page 11 the “Cowbell” page a bit much? I hope so, probably, and it’s too late now, to answer myself. But I digress. I have homework, final projects and a few more random events to attend in the pursuit of my academic interests, and these various stressful activities are more than enough to distract me from anything that I previously thought important. However, as a *real person* and not just a student, I cannot emphasize enough that “all work [being of the homework or any other variety] and no play makes Jack [and Regina and Mikki and every other *real person*] a dull boy [or girl. You get the picture].” With that in mind, the Argo

comes at a most apropo time, telling us of our duties to drop what we’re doing and turn up our iPods/CD players/radios/8-decks/ record players. Music helps define our culture, no matter what age of technology we live in, whether it be the tones of the African djembe drums or the tunes (NOT tones) of Scottish pipes. So let’s take a moment, in our frustratingly busy lives, to appreciate the properties of music that bind us like cultural glue. From Mozart to Metallica to that irritating ‘90s pop star whose songs are so catchy, the music of our social consciousness serves to inspire (although the WAY it inspires each of us needn’t be uniform, because I don’t want to dance like Miley Cyrus).

Regina Budden is a junior mass media major. Reach her at regina.budden@washburn.edu.

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

The Argo

Review explores musical capital

Photo courtesy of Chuck Stephens

Halloween in Austin: Costumed fun-seekers hanging out on Sixth Street. Chuck Stephens, senior business major at Washburn, dressed up like Liono from the cartoon “Thundercats.”

Robert Burkett WASHBURN REVIEW Recently, a group of road-tripready students left Topeka for the self proclaimed “music capital of the world” in Austin, Texas. At first glance, Austin doesn’t seem very different from any other city in the southern U.S. The weather is gorgeous and the atmosphere is one of a town that is in a near constant state of party-time expectations.

The first night in Austin for the group of students featured a dinner in one of the more popular restaurants on the Sixth street drag named the Iron Cactus. Centrally located in downtown Austin, the locals flock from all over to enjoy the food that the Iron Cactus has to offer. In addition, while dining on some superb local food, one can sit and listen for hours as the sound of local jam bands in the nearby clubs wail off into the Texas evening. For those who aren’t familiar with Austin and its layout, Sixth Street would be equivalent to Wanamaker Road in

Topeka — except with a lot more character and panache. Much of Sixth Street is an oasis of culture from places as far away as Ireland, India and Vietnam, yet, it somehow meshes with the local watering holes that host a rotating group of local bands that play a wide assortment of music but still stick to what makes Austin an iconic city, Texas blues. On every night, including Halloween, there were at least three clubs that saw live music going on within a block or two of the hotel, where the contingent of Washburn students were staying. In particular, the Copa Bar and Grill and a club called Momo’s featured a steady stream of local bands, including the Blue Ruin Trio which played at the Copa over the holiday weekend and kept the place packed with their brand of Texas blues and rock. Beyond the music scene, there is a vibrant culture scene as well. Austin, having been at one time the capital of a nation of its own, seems to embrace the big city attitude with a more welcoming feel of a middle-sized town. This openness was on display the entire trip, with people willing to give directions and advice on local food and entertainment almost at will, and with no resentment for the tourists lost in a sea of other tourists. The presence of the University of Texas at Austin, is a huge contributor to the feeling of youthful exuberance that pervades the city in the almost 22,000 students that attend the school and help to keep the average age of the local

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population closer to 20 than 40. The only thing that might detract from the tourist experience might be the random events that always seem to be happening in the downtown area and thus taking up space and making traffic a bit of a headache with blocked-off streets. This was especially highlighted by the use of blockades on Halloween to make Sixth Street into the closest thing to Mardi Gras this side of New Orleans as people dressed up to get down all night long. For those contemplating a trip south to escape the cold weather that winter will surely bring to Topeka, take a look at what Austin has to offer and start making your travel plans. As Stevie Ray Vaughn, one of Austin’s greatest sons, once said, “Austin, Texas: She’s my pride and joy.”

Robert Burkett is a junior mass media major. Reach him at robert. burkett@washburn.edu.

Paramore’s lyrics uplift,

inspire listeners for good Maggie Pilcher WASHBURN REVIEW When I first hear a song, I ask myself, “Who is this band targeting?” Whether it is the tween girls, teenage boys, or young adults, fizzy emo band Paramore surely targets a broad audience. This Tennessee native band is part of the Fueled by Ramen label, which is also host to Fallout Boy and Panic! at the Disco. What you may notice upon first hearing these peppy songs is the absence of violence, sex or emotional turmoil. Replacing these typical traits are more uplifting lyrics, lively melodies and a focus on energizing the crowd, in a good way. In fact, 20-year-old lead singer Hayley Williams is, among other things, a

Christian Rock singer. Though the band shies away from overtly evangelical lyrics, many songs offer thanks to God, and even titles such as “Hallelujah” and “Miracle!” If gospel music is not your forte, don’t worry. Paramore has much more than just godly appeal. I often find myself blaring Paramore’s energizing guitar chords through my Subaru’s factory-grade speakers, pumping myself up for class. No matter the mood I am in, no matter the time of the day, if “Whoa,” “crushcrushcrush,” or “Brighter” comes across my iPod’s shuffle, I stop to enjoy the lighthearted lyrics that exclude hate, evil and violence, which is something I strive for on a day-to-day basis. Maggie Pilcher is a freshman mass media major. Reach her at maggie.pilcher@ washburn.edu.

Photo by Mike Goerhing, Washburn Review

The Argo

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Harp

Valerie Caviglia WASHBURN REVIEW A great many people cringe at the very mention of a tribute band. Granted, there are a few that do justice to the original songs they cover in a set, but let’s be honest, most of them are locals without much experience banking on gaining exposure from someone else’s chart-topping hits. Nothing wrong with that. But out there in the tribute band world of something old, nothing new there is a glimmer of intrigue and surprise in the harp duo Harptallica. You read that correctly, Harptallica: the all harp tribute to thrash band Metallica. Both bombshell members of the duo are classically trained musicians in harp performance, but know how to rock out to the most famous hits of the band that ruled the airwaves in the ‘90s. Metallica debuted at No. 1 on the charts with its self-titled album in 1991, catapulting them from the underground music scene to international acclaim and adoration. Flash forward to 2006 when Ashley Toman, a then graduate student at the Eastman School of Music, decided to arrange Metallica’s “Fade to Black” for

For whom the harp tolls

Duo brings the unconventional to a conventional instrument with Metallica tribute two harps. That first venture developed into a full CD compilation of songs played by Toman and former Harptallica member Patricia Kline. This year, when Kline left the duo to pursue a doctorate in harp performance, Mollie Marcuson of Kansas City stepped in to fill the void. Since then, the group has completed its third U.S. tour and first European tour last September. These harpists transform the typically hardcore thrash metal madness into something altogether mesmerizing, giving off an entirely different impression on the ears. It is this kind of redefinition that classical music has needed to gain exposure for a genre that is all but forgotten in a music age long-dominated by simple hip-hop and pop regurgitations. In recent events, Harptallica has branched out and is also incorporating music from Megadeth and Black Sabbath into performances. Toman began playing harp and studying music at 15 in Traverse City, Mich. Three years later she was accepted to the prestigious Eastman School of Music where she earned both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in harp performance and served as a harp teaching assistant. Since moving to Louisiana, Ashley has appeared with the Baton Rouge Symphony, the Acadiana Symphony Orchestra and the Louisiana Philharmonic. She now resides in Baton Rouge, La., where she maintains a busy freelance schedule and teaches privately. Marcuson began playing the harp at age 7 in her home town of Kansas City. She received her bachelor’s degree in harp performance from the University of Minnesota in the spring of 2003, and

Photo courtesy of www.Harptallica.com

Classic rock: Ashley Toman (left) and Mollie Marcuson pose with their instruments of choice. The two members of Harptallica use their beautiful classical harps to imitate some of Metallica’s greatest hits. her master’s degree in harp performance in 2006 from the Shepherd School of Music at Rice University. Marcuson is in her second season as principal harpist of the River Oaks Chamber Orchestra, and fourth season as harpist for the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra. Harptallica offers a copy of its first CD and other merchandise for purchase on its Web site. For a preview of the

music or to watch videos from previous performances, visit www.harptallica. com. To become a fan and receive regular updates on future performances and music releases, look for Harptallica on Facebook.

Matt Wilper WASHBURN REVIEW

done in the usual Creed style, meaning the focus of the whole video is on the band, while scenic land and sky are in the background. If you don’t believe me, watch other Creed videos like “With Arms Wide Open” and “One Last Breath.” In the “Rain” video, the band plays below a video screen of rain and clouds. There is no story line to the video, it’s just different shots and angles of the band playing. It is one of the simplest videos I have ever seen. That being said, there is no reason for story lines when you have good lyrics like Creed does.

Valerie Caviglia is a senior mass media major. Reach her at valerie.caviglia@washburn.edu.

YouTube pick of the week: Creed, believe it or not

Photo courtesy of www.Creed.com

The point of this article is to weed out the bad YouTube videos and bring you the ones worth watching. With the ARGO being all about music, I have chosen a music video for this week’s YouTube Pick. The music video that I have chosen is Creed’s new video for “Rain.” “Rain” is the first hit from the bands new album Full Circle that was released Oct. 27. It’s great to hear new music from the band; it’s been eight years since their last album, “Weathered.” The music video is very simple and

Matt Wilper is a junior sociology major. Reach him at matthew.wilper@washburn.edu.

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

The Argo

Waterdog Nation rises to fame decided it was just a hurdle he would have to overcome. In the months that followed, Joe went into studio with the help of a couple friends and released his first album, “Out of the Pan into the Light.” Roughly a year later he put out his second album, “Sophomore Jinx.” In between albums, Joe kept busy. American Idol, where Joe was included in a montage video of “Signed Sealed Delivered” on TV, the Felt Show, and other contest performances. Open mic nights were also a place that The Waterdog Nation could be heard around Lawrence. Now, Joe has a full band backing him up. Ex-members from Emporiabased band Ded Waits, Ed Gulley “repeat violent offender” on drums and Nathan Clark on bass. They will be playing National Icon at the Granada in Lawrence Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009.

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It’s been a long trip and it’s nowhere near the end for Topeka native Joe Schreiner of The Waterdog Nation. This self-taught, folk-ish musician doesn’t mind being compared to Bob Dylan, but thinks he and his newly gathered band sound more like Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. Cracking a PBR and sitting on the couch with Project Runway on the television, Joe tells about the journey he’s had to make a name for himself. He started learning the guitar in 2002 to accompany his harmonica. With time and practice it has paid off for him. A few years back, Joe moved to Lawrence because of its music scene. It was a rough start, playing on the street

to pay for child support. After a while, Joe started playing open mic nights at The Jazzhaus and Henry’s Upstairs. This proved he was taking a step in the right direction. He received sponsorships from Indian Guitar Company and SHS International. With this momentum, he and his girlfriend Tabitha were off to California to find a contract. So on Aug. 27, 2007 they left Lawrence for warmer climates. Performing at coffee shops and bars along the way, they realized it wasn’t exactly the right time. So, on the way back via Casper, Wyo. — while Joe was working on an oil rig — he got a call to be on an episode of “Look Mom, I’m on TV,” a Californian public access show. The taste was bittersweet. Joe was ready to stop music altogether when he returned to Lawrence. But with an encouraging speech from Tabitha, Joe

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Doors at 8 p.m. There is a chance this will be on VH1. If you miss it, you can find out more concert dates at myspace. com/thewaterdognation. Chuck Stephens is a senior business major. Reach him at charles.stephens@ washburn.edu.

Album from Receiving End of Sirens takes risks Richard Kelly WASHBURN REVIEW As an avid listener of many different types of music, it takes a lot for an album to really hit me. With that said, it felt like “Between the Heart and the Synapse” by The Receiving End of Sirens punched me in the face the first time I ever heard it. Displaying instrumentation and complexity few bands can match, and possessing lyrics that will boggle even the most intellectual of minds, The Receiving End of Sirens’ debut CD — released back in 2005 — clocks in with more than 70 minutes. It is filled with heartfelt melodies, many of which are moments where listeners will be in awe of the sounds filling their ears. It’s also hard to place the album as a whole in a category, but if I had to place it in a category, I would likely call it as an indie group with experimental tendencies. But even if that doesn’t sound like your cup of tea, don’t turn away just yet. The album begins as many do with an intro titled “Prologue.” This is one of the few moments on the 13-track album that is skip-worthy. Heading into the first real track, “Planning a Prison Break,” three singers are in full activity of the vocal, and the guitar lines often overlap because they also possess a three guitar attack. While each song on the album eventually has distinctiveness and its

own personality, as any album it does, “Between the Heart and the Synapse” does have its standouts. “The War of All Against All” is track five on the album, and maneuvers its way through a variety of tempos. It is one of the longest songs on the album, clocking in at six-and-ahalf minutes. At the around the 4:25 mark, the song begins to slow and goes into a beautiful two minute outro to the next song “… Then I Defy You, Stars.” The outro is a common element of the album, as almost every song transitions in almost perfect elegance to the next. Without speaking about every song on the album, which I could easily do if I had the space, The Receiving End of Sirens crafted more than just music with its 2005 release on Triple Crown Records. It’s a journey, an experience and something that feels completely new. If you listen closely, the album as a whole repeats portions of songs in more than one track, which allows listeners to feel like they’re listening to a complete concept album, rather than just individual tracks. Even the album artwork, with William Shakespeare morphing and changing, evokes wonder from the listener. I can honestly say “Between the Heart and the Synapse” is the most complete album I’ve ever laid ears on. Even if post-hardcore styled indie music isn’t your idea of listening bliss, give this CD a shot. Even a simple look at the

lyrics will show that this album was not just an overnight thought, but an entire project and process.

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Richard Kelly is a sophomore mass media/ social work major. Reach him at richard. kelly@washburn.edu.

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As a wanna-be connoisseur of music, the opportunity to write about my favorite music, aka rock, just could not be passed up. So now I present to you Mikki’s top 25 greatest rock bands of all time: Kidding! Got ya, didn’t I? If you only see one live local show in your life, make it Times New Roman. With a sound similar to the band Aiden, the stage presence delivered by the five-member band is unbeatable. Times New Roman’s pulse-pounding rock, lyrical genius and devotion to their fans has earned them a well-deserved

local fan base. TNR continues to put out a symphony, opera and rock. New front new material and never disappoints. lady Annette holds her own amidst a sea If local music isn’t your scene, of guitar riffs, incredible drum rhythms never fear. I have something for you and guitarist Marco backing on vocals. too. If you have yet to pick up tickets If symphonic metal doesn’t suit your to the Glamour Kills tour in fancy, maybe screamo emo Kansas City, get online and do will be better. Try Enter MUSIC so ASAP. The Nov. 20 concert Shikari, courtesy of the UK. TOUR promises good times and I hope my rock music even better music. Featured has been rocking your world bands include All Time Low (yay), We and blowing your mind… but not your the Kings (double yay), Hey Monday speakers. Rock on! and The Friday Night Boys. All of the featured bands have a punk rock vibe, outstanding lyrics, and awesome stage presence. And all the lead singers have incredible voices. Finally, if you want to get even further from local, I can suggest some over-seas bands that will rock your world. Mikki Burcher is a senior mass Or at least your speakers. From Finland media/English major. Reach her at hails Nightwish, blending the sounds of mikki.burcher@washburn.edu.

Bosco’s hails revival of downtown Topeka nightlife

Leia Karimul Bashar WASHBURN REVIEW Bosco’s is a smoke-free wine and martini bar that offers a unique alternative to the dive bars and sports bars that dominate the Topeka bar scene. I recently visited Bosco’s, located in the basement of an old limestone building at the corner of 4th and Kansas Avenue. Its basement-level entry reminded me of the ‘80s sitcom “Cheers,” which also featured a bar located in a basement. “Everyone says it’s like Cheers,” said Jacob McCullah, bartender and brother of the owner, when I told him about my brilliant epiphany. When I hummed a few notes from the ‘Cheers’ theme song, he added, “And every piano player who comes in usually plays the ‘Cheers’ theme song on the piano.” I had heard Bosco’s was small and trendy, so I went in expecting a standingroom only kind of place where I would be bombarded by lots of drunk and rowdy college kids, and the bartender would be so overwhelmed that I’d have to wait 20 minutes just to get a drink. But upon stepping foot into the bar, I saw approximately zero obnoxious drunks, and I was immediately greeted by a personable host. Taking a seat, I admired the authentic tin ceilings and the beautiful stone and brick walls. I cannot stress enough that Bosco’s is small – I only counted about

50 seats in the whole place – but it wasn’t crowded. There were only about 30 people in attendance on a Saturday night, and the artwork and decor were so charming that I felt like I had found a secret treasure: Topeka’s diamond in the rough. McCullah says the people who frequent Bosco’s aren’t your standard bar crowd. “They’re usually educated young professionals and people who are ready for a more mature scene,” he said. “It’s a social networking scene. We have a lot of downtown people come in.” Bosco’s has a pleasantly subdued ambience. Unlike so many bars in T-town, the walls aren’t lined with ubiquitous television sets, so instead of zoning out watching television, patrons engage in actual conversations with one another. And there is no loud music blasting from a jukebox to drown out conversation. During my visit, a live band called Top City Trio filled the bar with live acoustic music. Bosco’s seems to revolve around live music. Vocalists Ashley Bunyar and Greg Myer have recently begun singing for Bosco’s Supper Club, an event that charges guests $35 for a five-course meal and a show. The Supper Club idea came about after Bunyar had already performed at Bosco’s several times. “During one gig that I did, it was the highest grossing and the most crowded show they’d ever had,” said Bunyar. “We were doing sound checks, and it just

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Singing for Supper: Vocalist Ashley Bunyar provides the vocal entertainment during Bosco’s Supper Club. Bunyar has been a popular attraction at Bosco’s. hit [the owner] that we should just do a dinner-and-a-show thing. And so a few months later I did the first Bosco’s Supper Club.” Bosco’s owner, Craig McCullah, has embraced community efforts to revive downtown Topeka. Since its inception in October 2008, the bar has participated in the Topeka’s monthly First Friday Artwalk. Artist Justin Marable’s screen prints currently adorn Bosco’s walls, and they will be available for sale until a new artist’s works take their place on the walls next month. Bosco’s has begun serving lunch

everyday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and the menu offers a variety of dishes, including appetizers, salads, pastas, pizzas, burgers and desserts. There are also daily lunch specials. ”We started the lunch business not too long ago, and it’s really been taking off,” said McCullah. To learn more about Bosco’s, visit its Web site at BoscosDowntown.com. Leia Karimul Bashar is a senior mass media major. Reach her at leia.karimulbashar@washburn.edu.

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Monday Thursday All American & Side Puck Mondays $5.29 (As many as you want $.99)

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Friday Tuesday 1/2 Smoked Chicken & Side Burnt Ends & Side (Meal $8.99...Snack $4.99 $5.99) Wednesday Pork Tender Sandwich & Saturday Side $4.99 $.75 Tacos Each Monday Jager & Tuaca Bombs $3 Domestic Pitchers $5.50 Tuesday Domestic Bottles $2 Import Bottles $2.50 Wednesday Wells $2 Import Draws $2.50

Monday 2 for 1 burgers (5-10pm) $2.50 domestic gustos Tuesday $11.95 bucket o’strips half price apps (8-10pm) $2.50 premium bottles Wednesday $.45 wings (5-11) $.25 chicken bites $2.25 domestic bottles Thursday - College Night Half Price Apps (8-11pm)

Thursday Canadian Club Drinks $2 16oz. Bud &Bud Light Cans $2 Busch Cans $1 Friday Admiral Nelson Spiced Rum Drinks $2 Aluminum Bottles $2 Domestic Headaches $2.50

Saturday Corona, Negro, Dos Equis $2.50 bottles Sunday Domestic Draws $2 Bloody Mary Raw Oyster Shooters $2.50 Bloody Mary Bar $3

Thursday Cont... $2.50 captain morgans $3 house wines $1 domestic draws Friday $3 calls/$4.50 doubles $4 jager bombs & starburst shots Saturday $2.50 import bottles Sunday - Taco Day $.80 hardshell/$.90 soft shell $4.50 taco salad $2.50 margaritas & mexican beers

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piano Kristen Grimmer WASHBURN REVIEW Steven Elisha does more than deftly teach cello techniques and musicality to his students or artfully perform masterpieces on his own cello. He is also an artist who seeks to transcend the norm by fusing his own musical improvisations on his instrument with creative tales in what he calls his “Mr. Cello Stories.” Elisha, who is the cello professor at Washburn University, started his Mr. Cello Stories a few years ago in Toledo, Ohio. At the time he was working with a poet to provide a musical counterpart to fit the poetry. After their performance together Elisha decided to try this idea out on his own. He began to put his own improvisations with made up stories in order to teach younger children more about music and thus Mr. Cello Stories came about.

Music teacher creates stories for kids Elisha first gains the interest of the audience by telling a whimsical story he makes up as he goes along while he plays music on his cello to go along with the words of the story. His improvisational music works to help set the mood of the story and to emphasize different parts. After a couple of these he picks children who volunteer from the audience to come up and help him. Then he begins weaving another story while asking the children to pick words to fill in the blanks he leaves while continuing to add his improvised musical counterpart. This way the children can help to direct the story and flex their own creative juices with Mr. Cello. Elisha said he aimed the performances of Mr. Cello Stories toward children because he felt that there was a great need for younger generations to become involved in some way with music and the arts. “Children have such wonderful imaginations. Many of them will be future musicians so something like the Mr. Cello Stories can draw them into the world of music,” Elisha said.

Alice Eberhart-Wright brought her great-granddaughter to one of Elisha’s performance of the Mr. Cello Stories. She said that she felt it was delightful for all ages to watch but especially so for the children because it interests them to music in a unique way. Larisa Elisha, artist in residence at Washburn University, says that what her husband does with the Mr. Cello Stories is wonderful. “This type of spontaneous improvisation is very creative. When children are allowed to be in such close contact with a world class musician it can be a turning point for them,” Larisa Elisha said. Elisha continues to perform the Mr. Cello Stories throughout the year even with his busy schedule because he feels that programs like his that work to enhance children’s musical creativity should be

an important facet of their education. Samuel Cho, a student in the music department at Washburn University, agrees. “It’s a very creative idea, to put a story and music together at the same time. Dr. Elisha has a great sense of humor and you can see that when he interacts with children,” Cho said. “He really cares about his students and his work.” Stephen Elisha and Larisa Elisha will be performing on Nov. 20 at 7:30 p.m. in White Concert Hall in the Elaris Duo and Friends concert. For a closer look at Mr. Cello Stories visit www.mrcellostories.blogspot.com

Kristen Grimmer is a senior mass media major. Reach her at kristen. grimmer@washburn.edu.

‘Men Who Stare at Goats’ unsteady but funny

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After several weeks of busted cars and bad movies filling the theaters, I was almost thrilled to be back in line on a Friday night behind the woman who wanted to use a coupon she printed off that required a manager to inspect during peak box office hours. Almost. “The Men Who Stare at Goats” caught my interest first because I read an interview with the author of the book it was based on, and second because the cast and advertising made it look a lot like a Coen Brothers project (it wasn’t). The movie starts with the preface “You’d be surprised how much of this is true,” which can be a little misleading since most people do not know that while the government program it revolves around did exist, and most of the techniques described were really part of it, and the man who wrote the original book was a reporter, the book itself is fiction. Something the filmmakers did not feel the need to point out until halfway through the end credits. The movie tells two stories; first of reporter Bob Wilton, played by Ewen McGregor, who stumbles on a former soldier of the First Earth Battalion named Lyn Cassady (George Clooney) when trying to get permission to cross the border to Iraq. While Wilton follows Cassady on his dubious mission, he listens

to him tell the story of Lieutenant Colonel Bill Django’s (Jeff Bridges) attempt to create soldiers with superpowers. Although cast fantastically with a terrific story to work with, “The Men Who Stare at Goats” seemed a little unsteady under the arguably inexperienced writing and direction of Peter Straughan and Grant Heslov, respectively. The latter part of the movie lost the skeptic hilarity of the whole concept to a doe-eyed innocence and belief that the failure of the original First Earth Battalion was due to Larry Hooper (Kevin Spacey) and his jealous attempt to steer the project in a darker direction. It ignored the fact that none of these people had developed the ability to turn invisible or walk through walls. In addition, the continuous use of the term “Jedi Warriors” in the presence of McGregor is simply played as if the Star Wars prequels he starred in do not even exist (something many of us have tried to do ourselves). “The Men Who Stare at Goats” was a little weaker than I had hoped for, relying heavily on the cast to make it work, but they do. Despite a slightly indecisive stand on the concept that the movie is based on and a sharp downhill slope in the last ten or twenty minutes, the bulk of the movie was still quite entertaining and kept you laughing at almost everything the soldiers in the First Earth Battalion tried. David Wiens is a sophomore English major. Reach him at david.wiens@ washburn.edu.

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Happy Halloween from Austin, with love

Nicknamed the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mardi Gras of Texas,â&#x20AC;? Halloween in Austin was full of tricks and treats. Student publications staff members enjoyed the festivities while attending the fall journalism conference. Photos by Chuck Stephens, Washburn Review

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