J THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN SUNFLOWER MOWDOWN Running back Jack Sharp was on point in Kansas' 52-21 victory against K-State in the Sunflower Showdown FOOTBALL PAGE 1B GAMEDAY WRAPUP PAGE 4B MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2008 WWW.KANSAN.COM INSIDE THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN PRESENTS ELECTION 2008 POLITICS Bush Sr. to speak at Lied Center Reserve tickets are available today at Murphy Hall, the Student Union Activities box office and the Lied Center box office for students and the public to see former President George H.W. Bush. The Dole Institute of Politics will award President Bush the Leadership Prize at 3 p.m. on Nov. 16 at the Lied Center. Starting today, 500 tickets will be on reserve for students only. The remainder of the tickets will be released to the public at 11 a.m. on Nov. 10. FULL STORY PAGE 3A CONCERT Event promotes stress-free lifestyle Living peacefully in a stress-free environment is the theme around tonight's "One World, One Family" concert. The concert is being put on by the University's Art of Living Club, which attains a stress-free environment by practicing a type of yoga centered around breathing. FULL STORY PAGE 3A Melanie Gorges makes fleece pillows and donates them to the pediatric wards of two hospitals. Gorges, Andale freshman, is currently raising funds to expand the project to a middle school in Kansas City, Kan. Student's pillows aid sick children CHARITY FULL STORY PAGE 8A ACCOLADES Kansan wins biq at Pacemaker awards BY RYAN MCGEENEY rmcgeeney@kansan.com The Kansan received top honors on Saturday for its Web site and sports reporting, as well as additional honors for the paper's print edition and news reporting. Kansan.com beat out four other finalists for the 2008 Associated College Press Online Pacemaker award in the four-year college daily newspaper category. The category received entries from 155 four-year schools, according to the ACP Web site. The print version of the paper placed third in the Best of Show category for its Oct. 23 issue, which also included issue nine of Jayplay, the Kansan's weekly magazine. Mark Dent, Kansan managing editor, won in the Sports Story of the Year category for "Nowhere to Run," a profile of former KU running back Charles "June" Henley. Henley, a 1996 graduate and one-time NFL draft pick, is serving a four-year prison sentence in Ohio for aggravated robbery and aggravated burglary. "It's really not that big of a deal to me," Dent, who also placed second in the Reporter of the Year category, said that, although he was happy to have done well in the competition, the awards were not his primary motivation for seeking a career in newspapers. Dent said. "I'm not a big fan of praise. If I get some awards, that's awesome, but I do it because it's fun, and it's what I want to do when I grow up." Malcolm Gibson, Kansan general manager, said he was pleased by the paper's success in the annual competition. "I think it's a testament to the hard work the students put into the paper, as well as the work of everyone in the school," Gibson said. Matt Erickson', Kansan editor in chief, received an honorable mention in the News Story of the Year category for his reporting on illegal file sharing and KU students who were sued by the Recording Industry Association of America. The story, titled "Facing the Music," took about a year to write, Erickson said, because the circumstances of the legal cases kept changing just before each of the story's three proposed publication dates. "I think all these awards reflect that we have one of the best student newspapers in the country," Erickson said. "It reflects the strength of our journalism school, and especially that the Kansan is a leader in exploring the possibilities of online newspapers." Edited by Adam Mowder ELECTION 2008 BSU members comment on influence of race Black Student Union holds a forum on race, Barack Obama BY BETSY CUTCLIFF bcutcliff@kansan.com Members of the KU Black Student Union shared opinions and concerns about Tuesday's presidential election, and the uncertain future that surrounds it at a forum discussing the role of race in the election. Some students expressed anger at the involvement of Barack Obama's (D-III.) ethnicity in the coverage of this year's election, and said the pressures and expectations put before the candidate should have more to do with his policies than his background. Dorthy Pennington, professor of African-American studies, has taught classes about African-Americans' roles in society for more than 30 years and said she couldn't believe that the United States was still having discussions and arguments about race. Pennington said though Barack Obama represented change and hope, he also represented an unsure future for race relations in the United States. "I think that race in America still has a lot of baggage. We don't quite know what to do with it," Pennington said. "We wonder, 'Is Obama's race a good thing, a bad thing or a neutral thing?'" KANSAS The possibility of electing a black president was significant for Ryan Moose, Wichita senior, who has a 2-year-old daughter. Krista Curette, Port Arthur, Texas, senior, said she was worried about voters' education about policies and issues because of some bias in news coverage. "My daughter will grow up not knowing a time when we thought a black person couldn't be president," Moose said. "She will grow up in a time where black people can do anything white people can." Other BSU students agreed with Jerry Wang/KANSAN SEE BSU ON PAGE 4A The members of the Black Student Union: from front left, Koga Ndikum-Moffor, Overland Park senior, Amanda Muhammad, Overland Park sophomore, Kameron Mack, Wichita freshman, Danielle Cooper, Kansas City, Kan., freshman, Camille Clark, Kansas City, Kan., senior, Kamau Thompson, Overland Park senior, and Martin Okeearu, Kansas City, Mo., senior are discontent with the media's coverage of Barack Obama's (D-III-) race in this year's election. The students agreed that the media emphasizes Obama's Kenyan lineage more than his policies. index Classifieds...3B Opinion...7A Crossword...6A Sports...1B Horoscopes...6A Sudoku...6A All contents, unless stated otherwise, © 2008 The University Daily Kansan JOAQUIN PHOENIX GIVES UP MOVIES FOR MUSIC Phoenix learned to sing and play the guitar for his role portraying Johnny Cash in the movie 'Walk the Line'. ENTERTAINMENT | 6A weather BOSS TODAY 76 54 TUESDAY 72 54 WEDNESDAY 67 47 Rain weather.com 2A NEWS --- THE UNIVERSITY DAIRY KANSAN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2008 quote of the day "I don't really care how time is reckoned so long as there is some agreement about it, but I object to being told that I am saving daylight when my reason tells me that I am doing nothing of the kind." Robertson Davies, Canadian author (1913-1995) fact of the dav Source:www.webexhibits.org When the clocks fall back one hour, all U.S. Amtrak trains that are running on time stop and wait one hour before resuming. At the spring time change, trains instantaneously become an hour behind schedule at 2 a.m., but they just keep going and do their best to make up the time. most e-mailed Here's a list of the five most e-mailed stories from Kansan. com: 1. Brown: If we lose the T, could we lose Park and Ride? 2. Editorial: Why students should vote for Obama 3. 'Rocky Horror'night a big hit 4. 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Postmaster: Send address changes to The University Daily Kansan, 119 Stauffer-Flint Hall, 1435 Jayhawk Blvd., Lawrence, KS 66045 media partners KUJH For more news turn to KUJH- Sunflower Broadband Channel 31 in Lawrence. The student-produced news airs at 5:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m., 9:30 p.m, and 11:30 p.m, every Monday through Friday. Also, check out KUJH online at tku.edu. KJHK is the student voice in radio. Each day, there is news, music, sports, and movies. The content made for students, by students. Whether it's a special event, KJHK's live events, KJHK's 907 kiha ents, whether it's rock 'n' roll or reggae, sports or special events, KJHK 90.7 is for you. A clockwork cleaning 12 Electric Time Co. employee Walter Rodriguez cleans the face of an 84-inch Wegman clock at the plant in Medfield, Mass., on Thursday. Daylight-saving time ended early Sunday morning when clocks turned back one hour. ASCIIATED PRICE ELECTION 2008 Students' brochure explains candidates'tax plans BY CARNEZ WILLIAMS editor@kansan.com In an effort to clear the smoke surrounding Sen. John McCain's (R-Ariz.) and Sen. Barack Obama's (D-ill.) plans for the economy, two University accounting majors have created a brochure outlining the presidential hopefuls' tax plans. Joe Isaac, Wichita senior, and Carlie Bittel, Hays senior, laid out the candidates' agendas, costs and shortcomings of their tax plans as well as general tax information and key tax terms to know. Isaac said he wanted to help students and other voters make more informed decisions about whom they would vote for based on tax issues. He said he hoped the brochure would appeal to those who normally wouldn't find taxes interesting. "The economy is the focal point of this campaign," Isaac said. "Their tax plans act as the backbones for their economic visions." After being confused by numbers and figures thrown out during the presidential debates, Isaac questioned how the candidates' rhetoric measured up to their actual tax plans. Isaac said both candidates proposed tax cuts, but the major difference was that Obama's plan proposed an increase in taxes for the top two tax brackets, benefiting those in the lower tax brackets, while McCain proposed no changes. The tax code laws are set to change in 2011. "We really wanted to stress that point." Isaac said. "Whoever is the next president — they're going to set that bracket according to the new law in 2011." Raquel Alexander, accounting professor, helped pull together resources for the brochures publication. Alexander, who read, verified and circulated the brochure's material, said both Isaac and Bittel worked hard to sift through a great deal of tax information and codes to compile accurate information about the candidates while leaving out their own biases. "Sometimes you get lost in the information and messages," Alexander said. "We just wanted to help voters make informed decisions. In a press release. Bittel emphasized the role getting voters to the polls played in putting together the brochure. "This publication was created to help voters make an informed decision on Nov. 4," Bittel said. "The subject matter is of interest to everyone at KU as well as the community at large." Copies of the brochure are available in the Koch Commons in Summerfield Hall. The brochure is also online at www.business.ku.edu/_FileLibrary/PageFile/959/08.Election.Brochure.pdf. Edited by Rachel Burchfield ODD NEWS Couple makes vote count by traveling 9,300 miles NEW YORK — A New York City couple has traveled halfway around the world in the name of civic duty. Susan Scott Ker and her husband arrived in New York on Wednesday after flying 9,300 miles to vote in Tuesday's presidential election. They have been working in India but decided to return to New York when their absentee ballots failed to arrive. Their trip began in Bangalore with stopovers in New Delhi and Chicago. New Zealand-born Scott-Ker and her Morroco-born husband became American citizens a year ago. It will be their first time voting in a presidential election. The They estimate the trip will cost $5,000. Subprime a welcome name for horse race gamblers For gamblers, however, Subprime drew cheers this week. That was the name of a horse that won the ninth race Thursday at the Aqueduct race track in New York. NEW YORK — The mortgage problems that have helped shape the current economic downturn have made "subprime" an unwelcome word to investors. It was the first win in three tries for the 2-year-old filly,but the name made her an instant crowd darling. The horse ran as the favorite and paid $6.30 on a $2 bet. Maybe it's a family connection Subprime was sired by a stallion with another name inspired by Wall Street: High Yield. ATLANTA — A Delta baggage worker got a bit of a fright before Halloween when she opened a jetliner's cargo door and found a cheetah running loose amid the luqgage. Cheetahs give baggage handler a Halloween spook Two cheetahs were being flown in the cargo area of a Boeing 757 passenger flight from Portland, Ore., to Atlanta on Thursday when one escaped from its cage, Delta spokeswoman Betsey Talton said Friday. "They told us a large animal had gotten out of a container in the cargo hold and they were having to send someone to tranquilize it," said one passenger, Lee Sentell of Montgomery, Ala. He said luggage was delayed, but baggage handlers promised to send his bags to him in Alabama. The good news for passengers: The escaped cheetah didn't damage any of their luggage. Associated Press The seminar "Jazz: 1958 & 2008" will begin at 2 p.m. in the Lawrence Senior Center, located at 745 Vermont St. The lecture "Linguistics Colloquia" *Semantic typology* semantics of locative relations in Rongga" will begin at 3:30 p.m. in 206 Blake. The lecture "KU Department of Design Hallmark Design Symposium Series" will begin at 6 p.m. in 3139 Wescoe. The seminar "Big Scandal, Small Town, and the Inquisition in Sixteenth-Century Mexico" will begin at 3:30 p.m. in the Seminar Room in Hall Center. The seminar "I Always Wanted to Learn How to Draw Portraits" will begin at 7 p.m. in Continuing Education. The film event 'Revolution in Film: 'Crossing the Line' (North Korea)" will begin at 7 p.m. in Alderson Auditorium in the Kansas Union. on the record — On Nov. 2, the KU Public Safety Office reported the theft of a bicycle from KK Amini Scholarship Hall. The perpetrator cut through a cable lock to steal the bicycle. — On Oct. 27, a student reported that someone in Georgia had made three withdrawals of $125 each from her bank account without her approval. Local authorities are coordinating with the appropriate Georgia agency to investigate the crime. — On Oct. 29, a student reported a burglary and the theft of a Coach purse and wallet, valued at $95, and the purse's contents, valued at $280. "Lunch & Conversation: Peer Review in Real Time" will begin at noon in 135 Budig. KUinfo daily KU info The last day to drop a class is Nov. 17. Please understand that you will wait in very long lines if you choose to drop a class on the last day. on campus contact us Tell us your news Contact Matt Erickson, Mark Dempf, Dani Hurst, Branna Hawley or editor or editor kanon.com, or editor okan.com 115ans newsroom Kansas Stauffer-Flint Hall Staffer, Lawrence KS 65045 (785) 864-4810 KU KU MEMORIAL UNIONS The University of Kansas 25% off Business and Leadership book titles Nov. 3 - 7 Oread Books, Kansas Union, level two You might also be interested in Mark Johnson's presentation on leadership on Nov. 5.Sea store or Web site for details. KU BOOKSTORES THE OFFICIAL BOOKSTORES OF KU Contributing to Student Success KU Bookstores | kubookstores.com KU DINING SERVICES KJ SERVICES HEY BIG TUNA New California Tuna Salad Brellas P KU Dining Services | kudlining.com SINGING BEE THE SINGING BEE THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 8PM HASHINGER HALL THEATER 1ST PLACE: $75 2ND PLACE: $50 3RD PLACE: $25 THINK YOU KNOW A LOT OF SONGS? COMPETE TO FILL IN THE LYRICS OF WELL-KNOWN SONGS AND YOU COULD WIN! SUA suaevents.com SILHOUETTE Union Programs | unionprograms.ku.edu SUR --- NEWS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN MONDAY NOVEMBER 3, 2000 3A MONDAY NOVEMBER 3,2008 CONTRIBUTED PHOTO Members of the Art of Living Club, Abhijit Mehta, Pune, India, graduate student, Rush Griffith, Dallas senior, Meron Herouy, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, sophomore, and Deepa Jrendran, Sri Lanka freshman, practice a type of yoga known as Sudarshan Kriya Wednesday night in the Hashinger Hall dance studio. In Sudarshan Kriya participants place their arms in specific positions to direct breathing to different parts of their bodies, helping them to achieve a relaxed state. CONCERT MADE IN CHINA Club hopes to reduce stress BY BETSY CUTCLIFF bcutcliff@kansan.com Living in a harmonious, stress-free environment is the purpose behind tonight's "One World, One Family" concert, put on by the University's Art of Living Club. The concert, happening in the Ballroom of the Kansas Union, will feature international food and drink and music performed by University students. Manas Bhatnager, vice president of the Art of Living Club, said the event was intended to spread awareness about cultural diversity and promote international peace. Bhathnager said he hoped to reach out to the diverse student body on campus and provide an atmosphere of oneness and belonging. He also said that he hoped the concert would raise awareness about the benefits of the Art of Living Club, which is an organization that promotes breathing exercises as a means to a stress-free environment and peaceful existence. The practice is based around a certain type of yoga called the Sudarshan Kriya, which in Sanskrit means "healing breath." It incorporates specific natural rhythms of breath to release stress and bring the mind to the present moment. "The difference between this and traditional yoga is that this is a workout for your mind," Bhatnager said, "I don't think modern yoga classes focus enough on the mind." Sudarshan Kriya yoga is beneficial to the everyday college student, Bhatnager said. According to the American College Heath Association, stress is the number one reason behind poor academic performance. Maron Heroui, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia sophomore, said the practice molded her into a better student because it helped her study when she couldn't focus. "When you have so much in your head it's hard to see one problem and solve it," Heroui said. "This really helps to put things in perspective." According to research conducted by Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York City, yoga, and more specifically Sudarshan Kriya yoga, is proven to lower levels of anxiety and stress and help treat patients with posttraumatic stress and depression disorders. The study said Sudarshan Kriya yoga was a low-risk, low-cost method of enhancing well-being, mood, attention, mental focus and stress tolerance. The practice emphasizes breathing and clearing the mind. At the University, students involved in the Art of Living Club participate in Body, Breath and Mind sessions, which focus on relaxing all three in order to clear the mind. "I spend less time studying because I'm so focused after the sessions." Bhatnager said. The concert's "One World, One Family" name came from the organization's 25th anniversary Global Peace Conference, "One World Family" Performances will include a variety of University student groups, including the KU Taiko Club on Japanese drums and graduate students Kent Queuer, Troy, Idaho, and Yara Gutkin, Lisbon, Portugal, performing classical Portuguese music. Other performers include the Hong Kong and Macau Student Association and the Asian-American Student Union. The event will take place at 7 p.m. tonight in the Ballroom of the Kansas Union. "I think that performing these types of music is a way to broaden people's minds," Queener said. "It really promotes what this concert is about." Edited by Rachel Burchfield H.W. Bush to speak at Lied POLITICS BY JESSE TRIMBLE itrimble@kansan.com jtrimble@kansan.com Former President George H.W. Bush will accept the 2008 Dole Leadership Prize on Nov. 16 at the Lied Center this month. "I's directly related to the mission of the Dole Institute," Lacy said. "We seek honored individuals who have proved a record of service to their country." Lacy said the prize also included a commitment to politics and bringing change to the political system. Bill Lacy, director at the Dole Institute of Politics, said the criteria for the Leadership Prize was simple. Other receivers of the Leadership Prize include former New York City mayor and Republican presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani, civil rights activist and U.S. congressman John Lewis (D-Ga.) and former U.S. Senate majority leader Howard Baker (R-Tenn.). "We want to guarantee a significant portion of the tickets to students." Lacy said. "It's an opportunity to see a world leader." The event will have an interview-style format, with Lacy asking Bush questions about his presidential career. Lacy said he tried to formulate questions based on what the community would want to hear. He said the main problem was time constraints allowing only eight or nine questions. "Generally speaking, that's the hardest thing for me," Lacy said. "What are the most important questions you can ask a former world leader about his life and his career?" ALEXANDRIA MORRIS Stephanie Jian, Lawrence f res h man and secretary of Young Democrats,said she thought the event would be relevant to students. Bush 'Any chance you get to see a former president speak is a great opportunity,' she said. She said she hoped the former president would touch on current events, as well as his career and presidency. Jesse Vaughn. Mound City senior and president of College Republicans, said he planned to attend the event. Vaughn said the issues the former president could speak on would be important, including events, such as the fall of the Berlin Wall, that influenced his presidency. Lacy said he thought Bush would be well-received because of his extraordinary career, which included being shot down as an airforce pilot in World War II and actively helping former President Bill Clinton raise money for Hurricane Katrina and Asian tsunami victims. Lacy said the event should generate a lot of interest because Bush's postpresidential career had kept him in the public eye. Bush served from 1989 to 1993 as the nation's 41st president. Other former presidents to visit the Dole Institute include Bill Clinton and Jimmy Carter. Bush last spoke to KU students in 1976 at the School of Business when he was CIA director. Free reserved tickets will be available today for students and the public. Students can pick up tickets with their KUIDs at the Student Union Activities box office in the Kansas Union, Murphy Hall or the Lied Center. Five hundred tickets will be reserved for students, with 1500 for the public. The tickets not distributed to students by 6 p.m. on Nov.7 will be available for the public at 11 a.m.on Nov.10 at the Lied Center. The event will begin at 3 p.m. and end at 4 p.m. on Nov. 16. Edited by Arthur Hur ELECTION 2008 ASSOCIATED PRESS Odds low of being deciding vote In some states, the odds of being the vote that tips the election to your candidate are much better. In others they are astronomically worse. WASHINGTON — Voting for president and having your ballot be the deciding one cast — statistically, that is like trying to hit the lottery. The odds for the average person are 60 million to 1 against it, a study shows. The study by three prominent statisticians used millions of computer runs of polling data to examine the likelihood that a single vote will carry a state and that that particular state will tip the balance in the Electoral College. The statisticians were trying to answer the question: "What is the probability your vote will make a difference?" The answer is very low. You are far more likely to be hit twice by lightning. Either way, "it's still a chance, it's like buying a Powerball ticket," said study lead author Andrew Gelman, a professor of statistics and political science at Columbia University. For some people, though, the odds approach fathomable numbers. Gelman lives in New York, where the odds are 1.9 billion to 1 that his vote will make the difference. "I always vote," he said. "I do think that it's a privilege that we have." Student Senate The Art of Living 4A NEWS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2008 BSU (CONTINUED FROM 1A) Curette that there was concern about voters being misled by news stations like MSNBC or Fox News, which tend to politically lean one way or another. Ricky Thrash, Kalamazoo, Mich., graduate student, said he wished color and race weren't cited in the coverage of the election. "I hope people don't vote for or against Obama just because he's black, just like I hope people don't vote for or against McCain because he's white," Thrash said. "I hope people vote colorblind and focus on the issues." One major concern was the future of race relations, regardless of which candidate gets elected. Koga Ndikum-Moffor, president of BSU and Overland Park senior, said racial tensions could rise because of the high pedestal on which the public has placed Obama. "People have set their hope so high for change." Ndikum Moffor said. "If he doesn't do something phenomenal, if he falls short in any way, things will go crazy." BSU member Robel Yemane, St. Louis senior, agreed with Ndkum-Moffor and said he was scared of what would happen if Obama was elected and people didn't see immediate change. "If McCain got elected, he would have to do one thing, like fix health care, in order to be considered successful," Yemane said. "Obama will have to do a hell of a lot more than that to be considered successful." BSU member Danielle Cooper, Kansas City, Kan., freshman, said she felt that minorities had to work twice as hard in order to be considered on the same playing field as non-minorities. While Barack Obama has emphasized in his speeches the time it would take for change to come, a tendency to expect instant gratification might overshadow the slow process. Though America might have to wait for changes in healthcare, the economy and education, students in BSU had already observed a shift in the candidate. "This year, I was watching the BET Awards Show, and it was the first time I ever heard the word 'vote' on any of the awards shows," Cooper said. The increase in black voter turnout has also been a change from the 2004 election. During the presidential primaries, many states experienced an increase in black voter turnout. In Georgia, black voter turnout rose 85 percent, according to the Democratic National Committee. — Edited by Ramsey Cox NATIONAL Man fatally shoots minister, wounds deacon at funeral Dispute between gunman, church becomes deadly BY ASSOCIATED PRESS COVINGTON, Ky. — A gunman fatally shot a Cincinnati minister and wounded a church deacon just after the two men arrived at a northern Kentucky church to attend a funeral, police said. Court records in Hamilton County, Ohio, revealed a yearlong dispute between the accused gunman and the minister, the Rev. Donald Fairbanks Sr. Fairbanks and Dowdell Cobb were shot just before 11 a.m. Saturday, police said. The gunman chased one of the men to a nearby park, where he shot the man a second time, said Lee Russo, the police chief in Covington, Ky. $ ^{1}$ It was unclear which of the men was shot in the park. Frederick L. Davis, of Covington, quickly surrendered to police and was charged with murder, first degree assault, criminal mischief and violating an emergency protection order. He was being held without bail and is scheduled to appear in court on Monday. A Kenton County, Ky., jail representative said Davis had no attorney listed. Fairbanks, pastor of Cincinnati's New St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, died later Saturday at St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Covington, authorities said. Cobb, a deacon at the church, was treated at University Hospital in Cincinnati. A hospital spokesman declined to release information on Cobb's condition. In June 2007, Fairbanks filed a complaint accusing Davis of making a threatening phone call to his wife, records showed. Davis, 40, pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct in October 2007, and a judge sentenced him to a year probation and ordered him to stay away from Fairbanks and New St. Paul Baptist Church. Fairbanks and Cobb had hoped to attend the funeral of a 71-year-old woman who was related to a member of New St. Paul's congregation. Officials at Covington's Ninth Street Baptist Church went ahead with an abbreviated service for the woman after the shooting. "To think that somebody would have total disregard for the family," the Rev. Richard Fowler, Ninth Street's pastor, said of the gunman. "They're already bereaved over the loss of a family member." I'm supposed to go to the game on Saturday! I'll be in so much trouble if I call in sick to work again! I have a test tomorrow morning! I can't go on my date feeling like this! WHY DIDN'T I JUST GET A FLU SHOT?! Protect yourself against the flu by getting vaccinated. Student Health Services is committed to your health by offering flu clinics open to all KU students, faculty, staff and retirees (ages 18 and over). Go ahead and compare. Not only can students get billed for the vaccine instead of paying on the spot, we have some of the LOWEST PRICES IN TOWN! Nasal Mist Flu Vaccine – $10 (*ages 18 - 49; subject to availability*) Flu Shot - $15* Wednesday, November 5 Thursday, November 6 Nichols Hall The Underground (Wescoe) 12 pm-2 pm 10 am-2 pm Tuesday, November 11 Wednesday, November 12 Kansas Union Strong Hall 10 am-2 pm 10 am-2 pm Can't make it to a clinic? You can also get vaccinated at Watkins Memorial Health Center by calling 785.864.9507 to make an appointment. For the full schedule of flu clinics, visit www.studenthealth.ku.edu. KU STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES The University of Rochester Watkins Memorial Health Center 1200 Swinger Drive *Lawrence, KS 66045* (785) 864-9500 *www.studenthealthku.edu* **Contributing to Student Success** ASSOCIATED PRESS PHE WESTERN MEDICAL - Only current KU students are eligible to be billed for this service. All others must pay at time of service. Medicaid and Medicare are not acceptable. Warren Buffett, Chairman & CEO, Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., is seen at The Women's Conference in Long Beach, Calif. As stocks have plunged, so have the value of CEOs' equity stakes in their own companies. Topping that list is Buffett, who has seen the value of equity in his company fall by 15 percent to $9.6 billion so far this year, to leave his holdings valued at $2.1 billion. Even the rich see losses ALEXANDER M. GILBERT ECONOMY Economic woes affect wealthy along with poor They are still plenty rich, but their losses — some on paper and others actually realized — illustrate how few have been spared in today's punishing market when even big-name investors, corporate executives and hedge-fund titans are all watching their wealth evaporate. BY RACHEL BECK ASSOCIATED PRESS The portfolio damage for some of these high-flyers has soared to billions of dollars in recent months. And they can't just blame the market's downdraft — some did themselves in with badly timed stock purchases or margin calls on shares bought with loans. NEW YORK — Here's something that might provide a bit of solace amid the plunging values in your retirement accounts: Warren Buffett is losing lots of money, too. So are Kirk Kerkorian, Carl Icahn and Sumner Redstone. "It's always hard to beat the market no matter who you are," said Robert Hansen, senior associate dean at Dartmouth's Tuck School of Business. "But when the ocean waters get that rough, it is hard for any boat to avoid getting swamped." It has been a painful year for anyone exposed to the stock market. The Standard & Poor's 500 stock index, considered a barometer for the broad market, has lost about 36 percent since January, with every single sector — including once thriving energy and utilities — seeing declines of about 20 percent or more. Such losses in the last year have wiped out an estimated $2 trillion in equity value from 401(k) and individual retirement accounts, nearly half the holdings in those plans, according to new findings by the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College. Similar losses are seen in the portfolios of private and public pension plans, which have lost $1.9 trillion, the researchers found. As stocks have plunged, so have Classic $164.98 THE NORTH FACE The Denali Jacket SUNFLOWER OUTDOOR BIKES WHERE WE BUILD THE BEST OUTDOOR BIKES 804 Massachusetts St Downtown Lawrence (785) 843-5000 the value of chief executives' equity stakes in their own companies. The average year-to-date decline is 49 percent for the corporate stock holdings of CEOs at 175 large U.S. companies, according to new research by compensation consulting firm Steven Hall & Partners. Topping that list is Buffett, who has seen the value of equity in his company, Berkshire Hathaway, fall by about $13.6 billion, or 22 percent, so far this year, to leave his holdings valued at $48.1 billion. Oracle founder and CEO Larry Ellison has seen his equity stake fall by $6.2 billion, or about 24 percent, to $20.1 billion, according to the research that ran from the start of the year through the close of trading Oct. 29. Rounding out the top five in that study were Microsoft's Steve Ballmer, whose company equity fell by $5.1 billion to $9.4 billion; Amazon.com's Jeff Bezos, whose equity fell by $3.6 billion to $5.7 billion; and News Corp's Rupert Murdoch, with a $4 billion contraction to $3 billion. News Corp. and Microsoft declined comment, while representatives from Berkshire Hathaway, Oracle and Amazon.com didn't respond to requests for comment. Those results included the value of the CEO's stock, exercisable and non-exercisable stock options and shares that haven't yet vested. They are drawn from each company's most recent proxy statement, which means they might not include subsequent stock purchases or sales. "Everyone wants to see executives have skin in the game, and this shows they certainly do," said Steven Hall, a founder and managing director of the compensation consulting firm. "But in the end, we have to remember they still have billions to fall back on." But there have been recent instances where executives' large equity positions have blown up — not only damaging a particular CEO's portfolio but the company's shareholders, too. A growing number of executives at companies including Boston Scientific, XTO Energy Corp. and Williams Sonoma Inc. have been forced to sell stakes in their companies to cover stock loans to banks and brokers. The company stock was used as collateral for those loans. The falling prices triggered what is known as a "margin call." "A decrease in inster owner ship is bad for corporate governance," said Ben Silverman, director of research at the research firm InsiderScore.com. "Then executives' interests are less aligned with their shareholders." Investors in Chesapeake Energy Corp. were recently faced with the surprising news that company CEO Aubrey McClendon was forced to sell almost 95 percent of his holdings — representing more than a 5 percent stake in the natural gas giant — to meet a margin call. His firesale of more than 31 million shares, valued at nearly $570 million, put downward pressure on Chesapeake's stock in the days surrounding the mid-October transaction. McClendon has called this a personal matter and said he would rebuild the ownership position, according to Chesapeake spokesman Tom Price. Redstone, the famed 85-year-old chairman and controlling shareholder of CBS Corp. and Viacom Inc., was forced to sell $233 million worth of nonvowning shares in those companies. That was done to satisfy National Amusements' loan covenants, which had been violated when the value of its CBS and Viacom shares fell below required levels in the loan agreements. — one batch of 7.3 million shares sold at an average price of $2.43 each, and the other for 26.4 million shares at an average sale price of $2.01 each. That means for about a quarter of his total Ford holdings, he got $71 million. National Amusements is Redstone's family holding company, and the stock sales represented 20 percent of the holding company's CBS shares and 10 percent of its Viacom shares. A spokesman for National Amusements declined to comment. Earlier this year, billionaire Kerkorian's investment firm Tracinda Corp. paid about $1 billion, at an average share price of near $7.10, for about 141 million shares in Ford Motor Corp. That represented a 6.49 percent stake in Ford. Those shares have tumbled as the automaker's financial condition weakened considerably amid slumping sales and tighter credit conditions. That drove Tracinda to disclose twice in recent weeks that it was selling some of its Ford stock Certainly some of the biggest investors aren't happy with recent market events. Let's Work Together and Get Things Done MORGAN STATE SENATE OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT www.BARACKBAMA.com OBAMA. FOR PRESIDENT 1234567890 BARACKOBAMA.COM "Please join me in voting for Republican Scott Morgan for the Kansas State Senate. As a registered Democrat and Obama supporter, I know that Scott can reach out to people of different political backgrounds to find solutions. He will work hard for KU and Lawrence in the state legislature." - Maggie Cartt, East Lawrence resident and retired KU Law School Placement Director Scott Morgan for State Senate An Independent Voice of Reason for Lawrence www.ScottMorganforSenate.com/KUStudents.htm Paid for by Scott Morgan for Senate Committee, David Ambler, Chair; Brad Finkeldei, Treasurer THE UNIVERSITY OF MARY KANSAN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3; 2008 NEWS 5A IRAQ WAR ASSOCIATED PRESS SOLIDARITY IS SILENCE An Iraqi soldier leads two blindfolded men in the Mansour neighborhood of western Bagnoa, Iraq, on Sunday. A force of the Iraqi army launched a search-raid campaign on Sunday in the Hay Dragh area of the Mansour neighborhood, capturing two wanted men with muffler arms and live ammunition, Iraqi army said. Iraq forecasts policy changes after election BY QASSIM ABDUL-ZAHRA ASSOCIATED PRESS BAGHDAD — Iraq expects an American response to requested changes in a draft security pact soon after this week's U.S. presidential election, an aide to the prime minister said Sunday. Another Iraqi official said the U.S. indicated it would accept all the proposed changes except one — greater Iraqi legal control over American soldiers and contractors. Iraiqi lawmakers say the changes are essential in order to win parliamentary approval for the deal, which would keep American troops Yassin Majeed said the U.S. response would come after Tuesday's vote so the president-elect — either Barack Obama or John McCain — could be briefed on the Iraqi proposals, which were submitted by Iraq's Cabinet last week. in this country until 2012 and give the Iraqis a greater role in the conduct of U.S. military operations. Parliament must approve the agreement before the year-end expiration of the U.N. mandate that allows coalition forces to operate here legally. Without an agreement or a new U.N. mandate, the U.S. military would have to suspend its mission, and the U.S. military's future in Iraq would be up to the man who takes office in January. McCain supported the 2003 invasion of Iraq. Obama opposed the invasion and said negotiations on a security agreement should be conducted as part of a "broader commitment" to begin withdrawing the troops. Obama's campaign Web site says the Democratic candidate believes the agreement also should be approved by Congress. $6.50 WALK-IN SPECIA SMALL 1-TOPPING PIZZA & 20oz. DRINK PYRAMID LARGE 16" ONE TOPPING PIZZA $8.99 842-3232 ELECTION 2008 "WE PILE IT ON!" 701C W.9TH Candidates battle in swing states BY NEDRA PICKLER ASSOCIATED PRESS COLUMBUS, Ohio — Barack Obama and John McCain uncorked massive get-out-the-vote operations in more than a dozen battleground states Sunday, millions of telephone calls, mailings and door-knockings in a frenzy, fitting climax to a record-shattering $1 billion campaign. Together, they'll spend about 8 dollars per presidential vote. REMEMBER your vote is power– Use that power in the voting booth Nov. 4, 2008. Proven Leadership Barbara Ballard State Representative Forty Fourth With just two days to go, most national polls show Obama ahead of McCain. State surveys suggest the Democrat's path to the requisite 270 electoral votes — and perhaps far beyond — is much easier to navigate than McCain's. Obama exuded confidence, "The last couple of days, I've been just feeling good," he told 80,000 gathered to hear him — and singer Bruce Springsteen — in Cleveland. "The crowds seem to grow and everybody's got a smile on their face. You start thinking that maybe we might be able to win an election on November 4th." All that's left now for the candidates is make sure people vote Tuesday — if they haven't already. Polls show the six closest states are Florida, Indiana, Missouri, North Carolina, Nevada and Ohio. All were won by Bush and made competitive by Obama's record-shattering fundraising. The campaigns also are running aggressive ground games elsewhere, including Iowa, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, New Hampshire, Colorado and Virginia. McCain PRESIDENT Indeed, Election Day is becoming a misnomer. About 27 mil Obama I'll try to be as faithful as possible. I'll use the best possible language. Wait, looking at the image again, the word after "I'll try to be" is "as." Then "likely." Then "to be." The text is: "I'll try to be as likely as possible." Let me re-examine the last word in line 2. It looks like "likely." The first word in line 3 is "to be." The second word in line 3 is "likely." Yes, that's correct. ing the Democratic primary. She is heard saying: "In the White House, there is no time for speeches and on-the-job training. Sen. McCain will bring a lifetime of experience to the campaign, and Sen. Obama will bring a speech that he gave in 2002." "This is off the charts in some of these states," said Michael P. McDonald, a political scientist at George Mason University. one millionth home Sunday after a five-day push. In a new TV ad, Obama highlighted Vice President Dick Cheney's support for McCain. The ad features Cheney, an extremely unpopular figure among the general public, at an event Saturday in Wyoming, saying: "I'm delighted to support John McCain." McCain and the RNC dramatically ramped up their spending in the campaign's final days and now are matching Obama ad for ad, if not exceeding him, in key battleground markets in states such as Florida, Ohio, North Carolina, Virginia and Pennsylvania. As the campaign closes, voters were being imundated with a crush of television ads and automated phone calls. After months of planning, the Republican Party launched the last stage of its vaunted "72-hour program," when volunteers descend on competitive states for the final stretch. Democrats unleashed their "persuasion army" of backers scouring their own backyards to encourage people to back Obama in the campaign's waning hours. Tuesday, Obama may already have too big of a head start in critical states like Nevada and Iowa, which Bush won four years ago. His campaign reported that Saturday was its largest volunteer day, with more volunteers showing up to work the phones and walk neighborhood precincts than ever before in the campaign. Said Obama spokesman Bill Burton, "Our volunteers are completely engaged." Not to be outdone, the Republican National Committee rolled out battleground phone calls that include Hillary Rodham Clinton's criticism of Obama dur- McCain's crew says theirs are, too. lion absentee and early votes were cast in 30 states as of Saturday night, more than ever. Democrats outnumbered Republicans in pre-Election Dav voting in key states. Obama and McCain campaigned on each other's turf Sunday. Obama was in Ohio, a bellwether state Bush won four years ago and where polls show Obama tied or winning. McCain visited Pennsylvania and New Hampshire, states won by Democrat John Kerry in 2004. He trails in both. That has Democrats — and even some Republicans — privately questioning whether McCain can overtake Obama, even if GOP loyalists turn out in droses on "Ive been in a lot of campaigns. I know the momentum is there," McCain told supporters at a rally in Pennsylvania. Overall, polls show Obama winning or tied in more than a dozen or so states won by Bush while McCain trails in every Kerry state. More than 10,000 Obama volunteers in Ohio were knocking on doors and planning to hit their “There's no doubt that we've got an uphill battle,” said Rich Beeson, the RNC's political director. But, he said, "I'm not going into Election Day with any trepidation that they've put any state away" by banking early votes. "We still have a lot of voters that we can and will turn out." The RNC reported making 5.4 million voter contacts last week, compared with 1.9 million in the same week in 2004, and it says it's volume has steadily increased since October began. Overall, it says 26 million voters have been contacted by volunteers over four months. On Saturday alone, the RNC says an estimated 3 million voters were contacted by phone or in person, and it saw so many volunteers show up to help that in at least one state, Colorado, the party ran out of canvassing packets. Some 180,000 were gone by midday Saturday; more were printed. McCain planned visits to media markets that hit battlegrounds Florida, Virginia, Indiana, New Mexico, and Nevada on Monday. A repeat trip to Pennsylvania also was slated before McCain returns home to Arizona. Get student tickets for the Dole Leadership Prize Presented to former president George H.W. Bush Sunday, November 16, 3:00 p.m. at the Lied Center Tickets are available this week (Monday November 3rd through Friday, November 7th) Tickets are free and available at the SUA office and Murphy Hall* For more information call (785) 864-4900 *Must present KU ID ROBERT J. DOLE INSTITUTE OF POLITICS The University of Kansas ROBERT J. DOLE INSTITUTE OF POLITICS The University of Kansas 6A --- ENTERTAINMENT THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2008 Conceptis Sudoku 1 5 6 9 8 8 2 5 4 4 8 3 5 9 7 3 1 9 8 4 9 7 2 2 1 8 4 3 9 7 2 9 6 2 5 8 Answer to previous puzzle Difficulty Level ★ Answer to previous puzzle 5 9 1 2 6 7 3 4 8 7 2 4 9 3 8 6 1 5 6 3 8 4 1 5 2 9 7 4 6 2 7 9 3 8 5 1 3 1 5 8 4 2 9 7 6 9 8 7 1 5 6 4 2 3 1 7 6 3 2 9 5 8 4 2 4 3 5 8 1 7 6 9 8 5 9 6 7 4 1 3 2 THE ADVENTURES OF JESUS AND JOE DIMAGGIO SO, HALLOWEEN, HUH? FINE. HERE, LEAVE ME ALONE FOR AN HOUR. I'M HIP. Max Rinkel CHICKEN STRIP What's up dude? I'm trying to make a schedule, but I can't fit the credits in to graduate. That sucks. Yeah, I'm really freaking out. I guess you could say you're having your own sort of "credit crisis" NUCLEAR FOREHEAD MERRY CHRISTMAS SAKE! MERRY CHRISTMAS AWESOME OPPOSITION I GOT YOU A OH THANKS PRESENT IT'S A SKI SUIT! KNOW YOU LOVE SKIING! IT LOOKS LIKE A GIMP SUIT. OK, WELL THEN, WHY WOULD A GIMP SUIT COME WITH A MOUTH WARMER? MERRY CHRISTMAS! ENTERTAINMENT Actor Phoenix moves on from acting to music career LOS ANGELES—The writing on Joaquin Phoenix's fists said it all. BYE! GOOD The words "Good Bye" were penned on the actor's knuckles at a premiere Saturday night for his latest film, "Two Lovers," and Phoenix confirmed a surprise announcement he made last week: He's giving up movies. ASSOCIATED PRESS "I think it's just moving on. It's rediscovering something else," said Phoenix, 34, said in an interview with Associated Press Television News before Saturday's American Film Institute festival, which also premiered "Che," starring Benicio Del Toro. Actor Joaquin Phoenix arrives at the "Cue* during AFI Fest 2008 on Saturday with 'Good Bye' penned on his fists. He said he was grating acting to concentrate on his music career. "Two Lovers" is his last film, he said. His publicist had disclosed Friday that the actor intended to focus on music. Phoenix first mentioned his decision to "Extra" early last week at a fundraiser in San Francisco. He abruptly ended that interview after the reporter wondered whether he was joking about giving up acting for music. country legend Johnny Cash in "Walk the Line," which earned him an Academy Award nomination. His publicist also said Phoenix has been directing music videos in recent years. Phoenix learned to play guitar and did his own singing to play 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. HOROSCOPES ARIES (MARCH 21-APRIL 19) Today is a 5 As you contemplate your next career moves, run out the numbers first. Add in the fringe benefits. If you about to qualify for more, you might want to stay where you are. Associated Press TAURUS (APRIL 20-MAY 20) What you need is the right person or business to do a job for you. There simply are not enough hours in your day to fit in everything. Ask a co-worker for recommendations and you'll find the perfect one. GEMINI (MAY 21-JUNE 21) Today is an 8 Today is an B Concentrate on your work as much as you can. You have the energy and the enthusiasm. You're gaining valuable experience. That may not seem like such a great deal now, but it will pay off later. CANCER (JUNE 22-JULY 22) Today is on 8 Today is an 8 It's a good day to make commitments, in both love and business. The best partnerships involve passion to achieve the objective and a desire to work together. We have both now. Today is an 8 There's only one way to master your craft, and it's the same as the way you'd get to Carnegie Hall. Practice, practice, practice! LEO (JULY 23-AUG. 22) Today is an 8 VIRGO (AUG. 23-SEPT.22) Today is a 7 Today is a 7 You might rather stay home than go out into the cold, cruel world. Get back there as soon as you can. Conditions are perfect for snuggling. LIBRA (SEPT. 23-OCT. 22) Today is a 6 You still have projects to finish at home, and more shopping to get done. Figure out your lists and your route so you can be as efficient as possible. Don't waste either time or money. Keep practicing, and making those around you do the same. That's the only way to achieve perfection, as you already know. Don't let them slough off. SCORPIO (OCT. 23-NOV. 21) Today is a 7 Continue to look for ways to recycle, at work and in the community. The money you save may not even be your own, but every little bit counts. If you help somebody else, odds are good they'll lend a hand when you need one. SAGITTARIUS (NOV.22-DEC.21) Today is a 7 CAPRICORN (DEC. 22-JAN.19) Today is an 8 Keep asking people who have done this before. Get their coaching and advice. One of them will offer the very clue you need to solve the puzzle. Make sure to give credit where it's due. AQUARIUS (JAN. 20-FEB.18) Today is an 8 There's something you have stashed away that's noticeably increased in value. This could be information you've been saving for a better time. Ask around. You may finally get a hearing. You always come up with the good ideas; that's what every-one says. Your friends are easy to work with. They'll make practical suggestions. Together you develop a better product. 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11-3 CRYPTOQUIP ERYJPN YJQFM RDJPA RVMHNJX GWJ RTGRKN TMRVNMLS FAMCTK FXAJ SRDN WMRCEFHNA: "ARLF CFQMH." Yesterday's Cryptoquip: I DON'T LIKE TO BAD-MOUTH METALWORKERS BECAUSE I THINK PEOPLE SHOULD RESPECT THEIR WELDERS. Today's Cryptoquip Clue: A equals T QUESTION Play Kansan Trivia! Log on to Kansantrivia.com to answer! Who was named as KU's first truly great athlete and has been dubbed "the Original KU-Legend" by $25 gift certificate to Coldstone Who was named as KU's first truly great athlete and has been dubbed "the Original KU Legend" by institutional historians? STUDENTS FOR KU.ORG . KU ENDOWMENT The University of Kansas Guess the score of this weekend's football game for a chance to win passes to the all new AMC $ ^{\circ} $ Studio 30 featuring Fork & Screen $ ^{ \tM} $ ! Fill out the form and turn it in to the Kansan office, Stauffer-Flint Hall, Room 119. Each week,the 25 students with the closest guess will win a free movie pass. Or enter to win on kansan.com. Deadline for submissions is this Friday at 4:00 pm. This week's game: TROPHY KANSAS vs. NEBRASKA Game Score: Name: Phone Number: KANSAN.com E-mail: Fork & Screen Opening OCTOBER 31 4mc STUDIO 30 119th & I-35, Olathe, KS. Visit AMCTheatres.com/Studio for more information. --- --- 7A MONDAY NOVEMBER 3,2008 OPINION Why maintaining the T is moral issue PATRICK DE OLIVEIRA On weekday afternoons, Robert Berryhill can be seen at the corner of Massachusetts and Ninth streets waiting to board the No. 6 bus of Lawrence's bus system, commonly known as the T. Berryhill lives close to the bus stop at Sixth and Kasold streets and has to make his way to and from Haskell University, located across town from where he lives, where he has worked in food service for 14 years. Berryhill used to have a car, but it broke down the day KU made it to the Final Four. Because Berryhill didn't afford to fix his car, he had to find an alternative. "If they hadn't made that bus system, I would've been in a world of hurt," Berryhill said. Now he and his daughters take the T everywhere. His only complaint is that it doesn't run on Sundays and later at night. But he can live with it, especially since he discovered the joy of meeting new people in the bus. And he has met plenty of others just like him; people who rely on the T to get to their jobs and who need it to live normal and dignified lives. According to a 2007 ridership survey, 46 percent of the riders said they had a household that made less than $15,000 per year. Seventy percent had an income below $25,000. Many cannot afford to drive, and they need their jobs. But soon they might not be able to rely on the T. The city is putting to vote on Nov. 4, propositions 2 and 3, which would increase the sales tax by a quarter of a percent in order to maintain the T. That is a quarter of a cent for every dollar you spend. It is doubtful the T will survive if those propositions are not approved. What happens to people like Berryhill if the propositions don't pass? What alternatives do they have? Finding another job they can get isn't easy, especially in these hard economic times. It's time for all of those who oppose supporting the T to realize it too. Berryhill is honest. He said before his car broke down, he didn't care about the T at all. But once he didn't have an alternative, he realized the importance of the service. Opponents of the propositions argue that they shouldn't have to pay taxes for a service they won't use. But if the government collects taxes to maintain roads, shouldn't it at least provide the means for underprivileged people to use these roads? Not doing so constitutes the de facto segregation of those who cannot drive an automobile because they are unable to benefit from a service that the government provides for others. At its root, maintaining the T is not a financial question but a moral question. People who take the T include senior citizens, people with disabilities, kids who haven't yet reached the driving age and those who can't afford a car. These are people who also require some form of transportation to get to their jobs, to meet their friends at the park, to go to the movies — in essence, to live. That is why the T should be supported. It prevents a considerable segment of the population — people like Berryhill — from becoming marginalized. So, on Nov. 4, put yourself in the shoes of those who cannot afford an automobile. Oliveira is a Belo Horizonte, Brazil, senior in journalism, history and peace and conflict studies. He is the associate opinion editor. Then cast your vote. LETTER TO THE EDITOR Why students shouldn't vote for Obama Nov. 4 The board wrote that "Obama is also aware that spending can be helpful in stimulating the economy." By taxing more? Let's start where the editorial board did: with the economy. Tax cuts didn't just for the wealthy. They are there for any one who pays taxes. The size of the tax cuts are based off the amount of taxes paid. If one pays no taxes, then that person gets no tax cuts. Next, there is foreign policy. First of all, Obama has no experience in foreign policy, at all. McCain also wants the war in Iraq to end soon, but he knows, from experience, that if we leave before it's over we will be back. Finally, of course Obama wants a return to diplomacy, considering, once one looks past the hollow promises, charisma is all he has to offer. Then comes the environment. "Obama wants to invest $150 billion during 10 years to jump start research into alternative energy," Spend $150 billion of whose money? Oil is still the cheapest energy source available. Other energy sources need development, but that won't happen over night. "Obama finally gave into offshore drilling this summer when gas prices reached $4 a gallon." Obama is already breaking his promises. And then there was one: healthcare. "He (Nader) wants to provide universal healthcare and pay for it with a flat tax (more taxes)." Universal health care lowers the medical standards of doctors. The University's healthcare system is a failing example of universal healthcare. Yes, it is free, but the lines are huge, the doctors are incompetent, and the equipment is second hand. "Obama wants the poor to receive care but has been less than explicit about where it will come from." Risina taxes again. Obama is the poster child for tax-and-spend Democrats. He will raise taxes for universal healthcare, the environment and for "boosting" the economy (oxymoron). Let's not elect a leader based on popularity, race or charisma, but instead on history, knowledge and realistic ideas. Michael Bull is a sophomore from Wichita. 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CONTACT US Matt Erickson, editor 864-4810 or merickson@kansan.com Dani Hurst. managing editor 864-4810 or dhurst@kansan.com Kelsey Hayes, managing emeritus 864-4810 or khaves@kansan.com Mark Dent, managing editor 864-4810 or mident@kansan.com Matt Erickson, edito Lauren Keith, opinion editor 864-4924 or lkeith@kansan.com Patrick De Oliveira, associate opinion editor 864-4924 or pdeoliveira@kansan.com Jordan Herrmann, business manager 864-4358 or jherrmann@kansan.com Toni Bergquist, sales manager 864-4477 or tbergquist@kansan.com Malcolm Gibson, general manager and news THE EDITORIAL BOARD Members of the Kansan Editor Board are Alex Doherty, Jenny Hartz, Lauren Kihne, Patrick deOlivia, Ray Seebreght and Ian Stanford. Jon Schlitt, sales and marketing advise THE EDITORIAL BOARD 864-7667 or mgibson@kansan.com FROM THE DRAWING BOARD YEAH. I JUST GOT A HAIRCUT. LITE Beer 29012 MUST BE 51 KANSAS TYLER DOEHRING Forget ObamcCain: Meet a true leader WRITEY THINGIES GRANT REICHERT Like you, I used to be in favor of major party Candidate X, whose ability to wear a suit and smile vacantly far surpassed the vacant smiling and suit wearing of major party Candidate Y. I felt a thrill up my leg, Sure, some pundits point out that the But deep down inside, I weared for more, a candidate who would look me in the eyes and, forthrightly, lie to me. A candidate who would, while holding a handkerchief over his mouth in reulsion, refuse to shake my hand because of "the thousands of tiny, many-limbed creatures dwelling upon it." A candidate willing to slap a baby. In short, a candidate repelled by the very thought of humanity. Disillusioned by fake camaraderie, disenfranchised by schmaltzy compassion, I've never had a candidate. But then I saw Zagnorth's stump speech. He delivered it to aid workers in some hurricane-shattered gulf town with amazing grace and delivery, with inspiration, with a booming, mechanical voice that echoed over the whole town: "I shall rule you all." hurricane itself was probably caused by the touching down of Zagnorth's island-sized, arachnoid spacecraft. Whatever. Reactionary Washington insiders will always be afraid of hope and change when it is expressed by towering, exoskeletoned warlords from the Xanthid Nebula. I'm once again proud to be an American. I've been inspired to community organize. Oh, sure, our methods have been updated to include text messaging, blogging, laser whips and mind control tiaras. But you can bet this is exactly how of Abe Lincoln would be campaigning today, were he both alive and a silicon-based organism trying to harvest our species for its genetic material. I am Zagnorth the Conqueror, and I approve this message. Paid for by the committee to elect Zagnorth president, Ron Paul vice president. Zagnorth the Conqueror for president: "Brainwashing you can believe in." But it's not just that I'm inspired by Zagnorth. It's also about his substantive policies, about moving America in the right direction with the right ideas. His fresh and innovative, outside-the-beltway, ideas on enslaving humanity to construct a weapon of unimaginable destructive power: "Country First ... and then the world." Sarah Palin has five children and was considered brave in deciding to keep a child prenatally diagnosed with Down syndrome. Zagnorth has 3.6 million broodlings, roughly 24 percent of which have some sort of genetic anomaly or additional score of insectoid eyes. He has bravely eaten them all. ObamcCain are just more of the same. They both have lengthy healthcare proposals that are hard to understand and boring to read. Zagnorth's healthcare plan, reads in its entirety, "Incineration." Obama has little experience at actually ruling. Zagorth has witnessed the birth and death of stars and can lift a Greyhound bus over his head with only six tentacles. Zagnorth is far superior to weak humans. McCain is feeble and old after 71 Earth years. Zagnorth is depicted in the hieroglyphs of ancient Egyptian civilization and can lift a Greyhound bus over his head with only six tentacles. Zagnorth has answers but do ObamicCain? Looking at these privileged Washington insiders, it seems doubtful that they've ever even talked to a real Joe the Plumber, much less met him in real life and strapped him screaming to a chair, pleading through pathetic sobs and snot-bubbles for his insignificant plumber life while his regular Joeness is forcibly extracted through his ear canal for future study. Reichert is an Oberlin graduate student in law. How the culture of fear relates to this election ALL THINGS LAWRENCE Raspberry Fields DANTHOMPSON The Pulitzer Prize-winning author Michael Chabon spoke to a full crowd in the Kansas Union Ballroom last Monday. Chabon built his literary career on genre-bending novels that draw on sci-fi, hard-boiled detective fiction and the graphic novel. His lecture crossed boundaries between literature, pop culture and politics. He appealed for decency and intelligence in American government, apropos of Democratic presidential nominee Obama, a message that struck a chord with the liberal university audience. In his lecture, he lamented the corporate commodification of childhood imagination and the culture of fear that has kept so many kids out of the street and in front of the television. Chabon That same culture of fear, he argued, has infected our nation's political discourse and can be blamed for overprotective parenting that is keeping kids from realizing the essential imaginative freedom they once had. Fear is manufactured by the corporate media to further their pernicious ends — usurping the sovereign territory of children's imagination and delivering instead a prefabricated experience of childhood in movies, on television and in hyper-colored plastic packaging on Wal-Mart shelves. The vital creativity of childhood is lost. The other day, my dental assistant, while prodding my gum line with a metal spike, admitted to me that she feared Obama could be the antichrist. Chabon highlighted an undeniable and malicious strain in our national zeitgeist, one that has become ever more apparent in this election, particularly in the rhetoric of Republican nominee John McCain's flagging campaign. By portraying Obama as the unscrupulous Other. McCain and Sarah Palin appeal to the worst in our national character. Seriously, I thought better of her. But there is a sinister commonality between these moronic rumors and the McCain campaign's rhetoric. Obama, is not all that he appears to be. He has a hidden agenda. Don't trust what he tells you. Luckily, this appeal to fear doesn't seem to be working. Such a fixation of the ugly and untrusting side of human existence cannot sustain McCain as it has maintained the Bush administration for the past eight years. McCain has occasionally taken the time to disown the most blatant untruths about Obama, but it is no mistake that his campaign of Rovian fear-mongering has rallied angry and xenophobic crowds. Thompson is a Topeka senior in economics and political science. FREE FOR ALL To contribute to Free for All, call 785-864-0500. I just saw a girl walking around campus with moon boots. Really? Give Napoleon Dynamite back his shoes. --- --- I love the fact that a vote for Obama in Lawrence just doesn't matter. Halloween '09 --- --- Hey, KU Parks and Rec, why don't you clean up that debris near Summerfield and Naismith? Listening to the "Truman Show" soundtrack on campus is freaky --- Help me, Free for All. I'm being attacked by ladybugs. --- Every time I see a girl wearing Ugg boots I think of reporting a Sasquatch sighting --- Why do people ask the question "Did you get my text?" --- --- Free for All, my roommate was put in you three times in one day, and I haven't been put in at all throughout the year. I was pissed. Chapter 2: And so the greek said, "GDI, let my campus go." --- So basically the "loud and clear sound amplifier" is for listening to video games and eavesdropping on your neighbors. --- --- I kissed a Republican, and I liked it. --- How does a Safe Bus driver get a DUI? They are supposed to be safe. --- I love you but not long island iced teas. --- Props to whoever TPed the Pi Phi house this weekend. That is the best TP job I have --- Man, I do love the non fratters. --- Man, I love that I hate my roommates. It makes home an adventure. --- Ladies, I'm back working at Watson --- I live in Lawrence now. --- Furby ate Tamagochi. That's what happened. 8A --- NEWS CHARITY THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAS MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2008 Cushioning the discomfort of a hospital stay Student donates homemade pillows to comfort children in pediatric wards BY BRANDY ENTSMINGER bentsminger@kansan.com BY BRANDY ENTSINGER bentmings@kansan.com KATIE KUCHNER Melanie Gorges still keeps a plaid fleece pillow she created in seventh grade, even though the ties are fraying and the fleece has become fuzzy. The pillow is a reminder of how Gorges, Andale freshman, began making and donating pillows to children in the pediatric wards of hospitals. The project has been so successful it might soon expand to a Kansas City, Kan., middle school. The project began as a craft for Gorges' birthday party in the seventh grade. Gorges and her mother saw the idea for fleece pillows in a magazine and decided to let each of the girls at the party create one. After the party, Gorges' mother contacted the Via Christi Regional Medical Center in Wichita and spoke with Angie Long, certified child specialist at the center, about donating pillows to children in the pediatric ward. Long said the pillows were a comfort item for children who entered the hospital without bringing pillows of their own. "It's nice to be able to give them something they can use and also take home." Long said. Melanie Gorges, Andale freshman, donated self-made pillows to the Lawrence Memorial Hospital's pediatric department to use with child patients. Gorges and members of the Douthart Scholarship Hall made the pillows from travel pillows and fleece. Gorges donated batches of pillows, usually about 10 each time, to the hospital a few times a year until she graduated from high school. Between donations, she saved her money and began work on the next batch. The pillows cost about $7 to create — $3 for the forms and $2 to $5 for the fabric. To make the pillows, Gorges tie fleece onto pre-made pillow-stuffing forms and use fabric patterns such as flowers or racecars for the front and solid colors for the back. Gorges paid for the pillows with her own money after developing a savings plan based on an episode of The Oprah Winfrey Show. She Jerry Wang/KANSAN saved 50 percent of her income for college, spent 40 percent and donated 10 percent to charity. When Gorges arrived at the University, she contacted Lawrence Memorial Hospital to see whether its pediatric ward would be interested in her pillows. Denise Martinek, director of Maternal Child Services at the hospital, worked with Gorges. Martinek said the pillows reminded the children of home and helped ease parents' minds, "Anything we can do to make their child more comfortable is a blessing to the parents." Martinek said. Because Gorges didn't have a job in Lawrence to pay for the pillows, she contacted the women who lived with her in Douthart Scholarship Hall for donations and help in making the pillows. In the end, the hall paid for most of the pillow forms and fabric. Liz Gustin, Overland Park freshman, volunteered to help with the pillows and said the women sang along to a "Now That's What I Call Music" CD from the 1990s and jumped in a pile of the pillows at the end of the night. Gorges is working on a plan to donate pillows to all of the children at Eisenhower Middle School in Kansas City, Kan. Gorges said she began wanting to work with the school after a speaker visited her introductory teaching class and talked about the problems the middle school's students were facing. She said 75 percent of the students received free or reduced-fee lunches and some were homeless. Gorges said she hoped to raise money for the project by working with other scholarship halls and organizations on campus. If the project doesn't work out, Gorges said, she would like to work with nursing homes in the future. Edited by Adam Mowder STATE Two insurance companies offer foreign car protection driver's licenses. The Wichita Eagle reported Sunday that at least two insurance companies in the state offer policies to motorists with foreign WICHITA — While some immigrants may not be able to get a driver's license in Kansas, they can get car insurance. U. S. law requires that all vehicles must carry auto insurance and drivers must show proof of insurance when filing for or renewing a vehicle's registration. But Kansas law doesn't prevent insurance companies from providing coverage to those with only a foreign license. Supporters say such policies ensure that everyone is protected in the event of an accident. Critics, however, have called for limiting the practice, saying they're concerned about road safety and national security. The two companies that said they insure foreign drivers are Farmer's Insurance Group and State Farm. Claudia Villatoro, a Wichita office manager for Farmer's Insurance, said the company had been providing coverage for about a year, regardless of the driver's legal status. NATIONAL Strike ends after Boeing contract renegotiation SEATTLE — Factories at Boeing Co. are due to start humming again Sunday after Machinists union members voted to end a costly eight-week strike that clipped profits and stalled deliveries by the world's No. 2 commercial airplane maker. Workers are expected to return Sunday night to Boeing's commercial airplane factories, which have been closed since the Sept. 6 walkout. The strike cost an estimated $100 million a day in deferred revenue and production delays on the company's highly anticipated next-generation passenger jet. mended its approval. Machinists union members ended their walkout on Saturday by ratifying a new contract with Boeing. Members of the union, which represents about 27,000 workers at plants in Washington state, Oregon and Kansas, voted about 74 percent in favor of the proposal five days after the two sides tentatively agreed to the deal and union leaders recom- "This contract gives the workers at Boeing an opportunity to share in the extraordinary success this company has achieved over the past several years," Mark Blondin, the union's aerospace coordinator and chief negotiator, said in a union news release. "It also recognizes the need to act with foresight to protect the next generation of aerospace jobs. 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So we have to live on the tiny scraps, the little slivers of passion, that slip past his stoic exterior. Well, he gave us something Saturday. It was small, but it was something. With 10:55 left in the first quarter, junior running back Jake Sharp slashed into the end zone and gave Kansas a 6-0 lead. It was early. Football games are long. College football games seem to last an eternity. But Kansas had struck first, and Mangino showed his players how much this game meant to him. As Kansas' offensive players ran back to the sideline, Mangino was there to meet them. This is KU - Kansas State, he seemed to be saying, We ain't losing this game, not today, not against them. He pumped his fist, he yelled, and he clapped his hands. And that was the game. K-State never stood a chance. You have to know this about Mangino. Forget all the jokes. Forget all the T-shirts. Forget the sideline explosions that end up on YouTube. Mangino is an old-school football coach. Hes a man who coached in a National Championship game as an assistant at Oklahoma. He's a man who coached in a Fiesta Bowl as an assistant at Kansas State. And of course, he led Kansas to an Orange Bowl championship last season. PAGE 1B He came to Kansas in 2002 and promptly lost his first game against K-State 64-0. It was an embarrassing loss, especially for Mangino, who had spent nearly a decade at K-State. You don't forget losses like that. But still, you got the feeling that Mark Mangino had never coached a more important game than the one on Saturday against in-state rival K-State. And that's Mangino's genius. Back to Saturday, another Sunflower Showdown. You knew Mangino knew what this game meant. In 2003, K-State smashed Kansas again, cruising to a 42-6 victory. It was K-State's eleventh victory in a row in the series. But then came 2004, and Mangino, armed with a rugged defense, flipped the script, Kansas edged past K-State 31-28. His team had beaten K-State twice in a row and had won two out of the last three matchups. Of course, he knew what a victory meant. "Don't count the days," he says. "Make the days count." Mangino has a saying he likes to tell his players. He's lived his life this way. He was raised in New Castle, Pa., a city in the heart of the working-class Rust Belt. He didn't play college football, and he took the long way to Kansas. So that's Mangino's story. It's a story about determination and grit. It'a a story about making your days count. And that's what Saturday was about. The Jayhawks could grab the KU-K State rivalry and put it in chokehold. He was a 31-year-old student coach at Youngstown State, working as an ambulance driver on the side. Oh, and he had young kids too. He left Youngstown to work at a small college, which was then a high school, in Pennsylvania. Finally, he earned a job as a volunteer assistant at K-State in 1991. By then, Mangino had developed into quite the coach. They could put all K-State demons behind them, and declare themselves the power program in the state. They could make this Saturday count. SEE DODD ON PAGE 6B Mangino devised a masterful game KANSAS 52, KANSAS STATE 21 7 Junior running back Jake Sharp leaps over a Kansas State defender during the Jayhawks' 52-21 victory over the Wildcats Saturday at Memorial Stadium. Sharp rushed 181 yards on 21 carries throughout the game, and tied the KU single-game record with four touchdowns. The game also represented a redemptive weekend for the Jayhawks, rebounding from two demoralizing losses against Oklahoma and Texas Tech, who defeated the Hawks 63-21 during Kansas' homecoming. HAWKS REGAIN THEIR SWAGGER BY B.J. RAINS rains@kansan.com It would be silly to think that the reason Kansas throttled in-state rival Kansas State Well, after coach Mark Mangino allowed players to "spat," or wrap athletic tape 52-21 on Saturday was because of a little black athletic tape on the player's shoes, right? around their cleats for the first time this season, players said they took the field Saturday knowing they were going to win "Everybody had that swagger on a whole new level," said cornerbred lustin Thornton. "Regardless of what you say, when you feel good and you think you look good — you're going to play better." SEE FOOTBALL ON PAGE 4B WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Jayhawks tran Eleven players score points on Sunday Jayhawks trample Fort Hays State Tigers 93-37 in season opener BY DANNY NORDSTROM dnordstrom@kansan.com Led by juniors Danielle McCray and Sade Morris, Kansas trounced Fort Hays State in its season opener, 93-37, at Allen Fieldhouse Sunday afternoon. The Jayhawks looked great both offensively and defensively, scoring 39 points off of 27 Fort Hays turnovers. McCray led Kansas in scoring with 20 points and seven rebounds. She was also solid on the defensive end, making four steals. Morris aided McCray's offense, dropping 14 points with four assists. "I have a lot more confidence in shooting my shots," she said. "Every shot I took, I thought was going in." Kansas led from the beginning and didn't look back. The team's largest lead was 58 points towards the end of the second half. The Jayhawks shared the ball well and were able to get multiple players involved, with 31 points coming from the bench. Eleven players scored for Kansas, with four posting double-digit totals. "I think everyone's ability to share the ball was great tonight." McCray said. In addition to McCray and Morris' domination, junior forward Porscha Weddington did not miss, going 5-5 from the field with 10 points and three rebounds. Also impressive was the shooting of junior guard Kelly Kohn. Kohn went 3-4 from behind the arc and did not miss from the free throw line, scoring 13 points for Kansas. The unselfish play of senior guard Ivana Catic — who posted seven assists — also helped get the ball inside for Kansas. With the exception of several missed layups, sophomore center Krysten Boogaard played well, putting up eight points and four rebounds. "Defensively we've got some work to do," she said. "Our ability to contain one-on-one is making me a little nervous right now." Defensively the Jayhawks were sound with 28 defensive rebounds and 13 steals, but coach Bonnie Henrickson stressed the need for improvement in one-on-one situations. As a team, the Jayhawks shot 53.6 percent from the field and 54.2 percent from the free-throw line. Their ability to move the ball around and get guards Morris and McCray open looks was the most important factor in Kansas' offensive attack. After a disappointing 17-16 finish last season, the layhawks hope their perfor- SEE BASKETBALL ON PAGE 8B 20 Jon Goering/KANSAN Junior guard Mirris Morris goes up between two Fort Hays State defenders during the first half of Sunday's game at Allen Fieldhouse. Kansas won the exhibition match easily, putting away the Tigers 93-37. 2B --- SPORTS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2008 quote of the day "This is a thorough and complete beating and defeat there is no question about it. I'm not one that's going to try to mince words and try to spin anything. They did a great job, they were very well prepared for the game and it meant a lot to them." Kansas State coach Ron Prince following Kansas State's S2-21 loss to Kansas Downtown KC beautiful, though incomplete fact of the day Kansas scored on five of six possessions in the first half against Kansas State. The Jayhawks only failed to put points on the board when the Wildcats blocked a Jacob Branstetter goal attempt with six seconds left in the half. Kansas Athletics BY MARK DENT merickson@kansan.com KANSAS CITY, Mo. — You're in downtown Kansas City. It's 5 p.m. Saturday and the Texas-Texas Tech game doesn't start for two more hours, so you go for a walk. You walk down 14th Street east from Wyndotte. The sun is starting to set on a gorgeous November day. Orange rays bend and reflect off the glass skyscraper windows and combine with The Drum Room's red logo to give a faux fall foliage flavor. You're on a slight hill, and Sky's restaurant rotates in the distance next to the Western Auto Parts sign. Somewhere you swear you hear Heet Mob's "KC It Goes Down" playing in the distance. You walk some more. And then some more. And then some more. And ... that's pretty much it. One year after Sprint Center opened and about six months after the Power and Light District was completed, Kansas City is good for walking and looking at a few beautiful buildings. But the stores are missing. Outside the Power and Light District, the restaurants and bars are missing. time of day. Then it ends. Grand Boulevard is a crazy mish-mash of the old and new. The Power and Light District pumps an assortment of '90s rap and rock music all night while attracting a clientele dressed for a black-tie affair, and the Sprint Center sparkles across the street. Half a block north, it changes. There's Gigi's Wigs and a boarded up shop with foggy windows and the letters "De Optical" remaining. So it goes all the way north to the River Market. Grand Boulevard features abandoned buildings that are supposed to feature lofts sometime in the future, the Federal Reserve Bank and maybe — maybe — two cafes. According to Kansas City's city planning Web site, there are plans for getting more retail and residential areas north of the Sprint THE MORNING BREW Center. But it's already getting late, Soon, the Power and Light District will be old news. People won't come if Kansas City can only offer three blocks of beauty, activity and fun. Downtown needs to take the next step. Kansas Citizens and tourists don't want to just walk. They want to walk to destinations. BEST NFL PLAY EVER The Morning Brew doesn't take back what it once said about Chiefs quarterback Tyler Thigmen. Not yet at least. But Thigpen deserves some credit. On Sunday, he was on the receiving end of the best regular-season play in NFL history for a dysfunctional team that's going nowhere and somehow managed to blow a ridiculous lead against a team, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, that won't get past the first round of the playoffs and has Jeff Garcia as its quarterback. Anyway, Chiefs wide receiver Mark Bradley ran a reverse and ended up with the ball behind the line of scrimmage. While Bradley did this, Thipgen jogged toward the right side of the field until he was past the last cornerback. Then he took off, and Bradley found him for a 37-yard touchdown pass. For a moment, Chie's football mattered again. Thank you, Tyler. Drop and give me 20 ... yards Edited by Adam Mowder COO Ryan McGeeney/KANSAN Michael Colombini, St. Louis freshman, takes an oath committing him to service in the U.S. Army, along with 11 other Army ROTC cadets, at halftime on Saturday game against the K-State Wildcats. "A lot of people in the United States need their freedoms for granted," Colombini said. "I want them to able to keep taking their duties for granted, and not have to worry about them being taken away." KICK THE KANSAN WEEKTEN This week's games: Pick games. Beat the Kansan staff. Get your name in the paper. 1. No. 13 TCU at No. 10 Utah 2. Georgia Tech at No. 22 North Carolina 3. No. 12 Ohio State at Northwestern 4. No. 9 Oklahoma State at No. 7 Texas Tech 5. Kansas at Nebraska 6. No. 2 Alabama at No. 19 LSU 7. Clemson at No. 15 Florida State 8. Arkansas at South Carolina 9. Notre Dame at Boston College 10. Purdue at No. 21 Michigan State Name: E-mail: Year in school: Hometown: 1) Only KU students are eligible. 2) Give your name, e-mail, year in school and hometown. 3) Beat the Kansan's best prognosticator and get your name in the paper. 4) Beat all your peers and get your picture and picks in the paper next to the Kansan staff. 5) To break ties, pick the score of the designated game. --a little more than 2 minutes to go in the second quarter and seemed headed for just their second victory in more than a calendar year. But Garcia passed for 339 yards and Clifton Smith ran back a kickoff 97 yards for a score and the Bucs (6-3) go into their bye week just a half-game behind Carolina in the NFC South. WEEK NINE RESULTS Submit your picks either to KickTheKansan@kansan com or to the Kansan business office, located at the West side of Stauffer-Flint Hall, which is between Wescoe Hall and Watson Library. In a subpar week for both Kansan staff and Kick the Kansan entrants, managing editor Mark Dent came out on top with a 7-3 record. Every Kansan staffer incorrectly picked Minnesota to defeat Northwestern, and only men's basketball beat writer Case Keefer correctly predicted that Arkansas would defeat Tulsa. Kick the Kansan entrants Justin Anderson, Laurel, Neb., senior, and Britton Alexander, Leesville, La., junior, both finished 6-4. NFL 80 Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Alex Smith, right, and John Gilmore celebrate Smith's touchdown as Kansas City Chief Jarrad Page walks off the field in the fourth quarter of an NFL game Sunday in Kansas City, Mo. The Buccaneers won 30-27 in overtime. 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BUS101 Business 101 provides you with an overview of the business world, and teaches you professional skills to help with any career. hawkchalk For more information go to www.business.ku.edu/news V B KANSAS 52,KANSAS STATE 21 THE UNIVERSITY JAIYAY KANSAN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2008 FOOTBALL WRAPUP FOOTBALL (CONTINUED FROM 1B) Players "spat" during all of last season but Mangino hadn't allowed it until this week. The reason why is unclear — some say it may have been punishment, others say Adidas didn't want their logo covered up on the shoes — but it appeared to have an immediate impact against KSU. The Jayhawks rolled to a 31-0 halftime lead, thanks in large part to three first quarter rushing touchdowns from running back Jake Sharp. On the day, the Salina native had 181 yards rushing on 21 carries and tied the KU single game rushing touchdown record with four touchdowns. He also had five receptions for a team high 76 yards, totaling 257 yards of total offense and leading the layhawks to their third-straight victory against Kansas State. "He got a whole lot of bragging rights," Mangino said. "He's going to be walking around Salina with his chest out — and he deserves to" Knowing his team needed a confidence boost after a tough loss to Texas Tech, quarterback Todd Reesing went to Mangino during practice last week to ask if the players could "spat." Mangino said yes, sending an immediate jolt of energy through the program. "I know a lot of guys had been wanting to do it all year and I figured it was the right week to talk to coach about it," Reesing said. "I told him it was time to get our swagger back and get a little momentum going. I knew it would really get the guys excited, and it really showed out there." Because of the Jayhawks domination on the ground — they rushed 41 times for 280 yards as a team — Reeing wasn't called upon to carry the load as in recent weeks. He was a businessman like 14-23 for 162 yards and a touchdown but knew that the "spatting" would make a difference. "You look good, you feel good, you play good," Reesing said. "All the guys like doing it. It does provide a little extra support for your ankles but I think it's more of a swagger thing than anything else." The most noticeable swagger came on defense, where the Jayhawks forced five turnovers and were vastly improved from recent weeks. KSU quarterback Josh Freeman was held to 207 yards passing, was sacked three times and had three interceptions. Two of the interceptions came by Russell Brorsen, who also picked off a Freeman pass last season. With KU leading 24-0 midway through the second quarter, K-State had the ball on the one yard line when Freeman fumbled notes SPRINGER DONE FOR SEASON Linebacker Justin Springer will miss the rest of the season after suffering an undisclosed injury during Saturday's 52-21 victory over Kansas State. "It's sad because he's one of the most improved guys we have," coach Mark Mangino said. "We had planned to play him a significant amount of snaps today to help Joe Mortensen. He would have played more snaps today than he has in his career here — it was part of the game plan." Springer was injured on a kickoff and was carried off the field by two of his teammates. It appeared to be a knee or leg injury. "We'll get him a good offseason and get him ready because we're going to need him next year," Mangino said. "He's a good football player. We'll get him back. We'll have him ready for next season." NEBRASKA GAME ON PAY-PER-VIEW Saturday's game at Nebraska will kickoff at 1:30 p.m. and be available only on pay-per-view by Big 12 Special Order Sports, Fox Sports Net's pay-per-view division. Details regarding ordering information will be available in the next few days. The game was not selected as part of the Big 12's regular television package and was overlooked for a dismal Iowa State at Colorado matchup. B. J.Rains while trying to reach the ball over the goal line. Kansas got the ball on the 20 after the touchback and drove 80 yards right down the field to turn what could have been a 24-7 game into a 31-0 rout at intermission. "When you put on your best 91 KU 91 Sophomore defensive end Jake Laptad latches onto Kansas State quarterback Josh Freeman during Saturday's game at Memorial Stadium. The Javhawks trounced the Wildcats 52-21, denying Kansas State clothes and go out with a girl or go out to the club, you feel better," said safety Darrell Stuckey. "You feel good. That's kind of what it does. It's just something that you have that the other team doesn't have. We were pretty excited." The victory improved Kansas to 6-3 and means they are now bowl eligible for the third time in four seasons. A victory against Nebraska on Saturday would ensure the Jayhawks a chance to play for the Big 12 North title when they face Missouri on Nov. 29 in Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. Their season might have been saved — all because of a little black athletic tape. "The 'spat' is back" Stuckey said. "The swagger is back." Maxwell Onyegebuge, sophomore linebacker, jumps to field a Kansas State onside kick attempt during the second half of the game. Jon Goering/KANSAS Edited by Ramsey Cox 47 6 MORSEM 81 Jake Sharp gets BY TAYLOR BERN tbern@kansan.com A track star at Salina Central, Sharp's Saturday was a throwback to his days as a Mustang. Sharp staged a personal track meet in Memorial Stadium and sliced the Kansas State defense for 257 all-purpose yards and four touchdowns. Sharp said he hasn't put up numbers like that since high school, and they were crucial in the Jayhawks' 52-21 victory over the Wildcats. Kansas (6-3, 3-2) is now bowl eligible and has a good chance to make consecutive bowl games for the first time in school history. Jake Sharp stepped up to the starting line, settled into position and waited for the snap. Once he saw the ball move, the junior running back fired out of his stance and sprinted through the middle, down the sidelines and everywhere in between. Back in Salina Friday night, Sharp's younger brother, Cale, eclipsed 1,000 yards for the season and helped the Mustangs reach their 17th straight playoffs. No doubt, but Kansas' victory wasn't a one-man show. The offensive line was opening gaping holes for its undersized back to speed through, and he said they were the reason for Saturday's success. "The offensive line deserves a ton of credit," Sharp said. "They were moving guys right and left, making big creases in the run game. Everything came together well for us." Like Sharp, coach Mark Mangino said the rushing success started up front. "I guess it's good to be the mom and pop of the Sharp boys today". Sharp said. "I thought our offensive line, for the first time, every body was hitting on all cylinders," he said. Mangino said he and his staff noticed that Kansas State's defense liked to drop players back into coverage to protect against the pass. He said if the Wildcats stayed with that philosophy on Saturday then the Jayhawks would have success running the ball. They did, so they did. Senior center Ryan Cantrell said he couldn't believe how quickly Kansas racked up the rushing yards. Still, he wasn't satisfied with the season high 280 yards that the Jayhawks settled at. Cantrell was still amped up after the game, but he drew blanks when asked what the difference was for his unit on Saturday. He said the continuing growth of freshmen tackles Jeff Spikes and Jeremiah Hatch were important, but eventually he could only point to No. 1. "I wanted 300,"he said. For his part, Sharp said the offensive line was vindicated by its dominating performance. He heard people say that the unit wasn't good enough, but said those people would be "foolish" to talk that way now. "Obviously, that's been put to rest," Sharp said. It surely has for this week at least. e even a s "Jake ran his butt off today," Cantrell said. "He shows that sometimes in practice, but I've never seen him do it throughout an entire game like he did. He proved to everybody that he's the man." To hear them tell it, Kivisto Field was the proving ground for a lot of people on Saturday. 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TD Jake Sharp 21 181 8.6 4 Todd Reesing 9 55 5.2 1 **Passing** COMP/ATT YDS TD INT Todd Reesing 14/23 162 1 1 **Receiving** No. YDS TD Jake Sharp 5 76 0 Dezmon Briscoe 3 10 1 **Kansas State** **Rushing** ATT YDS AVG. TD Lamark Brown 21 68 3.2 3 Josh Freeman 9 43 3.0 0 **Passing** COMP/ATT YDS TD INT Josh Freeman 22/37 207 0 3 **Receiving** No. YDS TD Brandon Banks 9 70 0 Jeron Mastrud 5 74 0 VIEW FROM THE PRESSBOX "Our fans are elated that KU is winning some of these games in this Sunflower Series. Overall, the credit goes to the kids. They want to do it, they want to get better, and each and every year we seem to have kids that really play hard, play together and have great resolve." including a fumble at the one-yard line that could have brought his team back. Coach Mark Mangino on his team's recent 4-1 record in the Sunflower State Showdown: QUOTABLE... IT WAS OVER WHEN... Jake Sharp scorched down the sideline to score on a 47-yard touchdown, his third score of the first quarter. From there, the Jayhawks continued to cruise with no real threat from the Wildcats. GAME BALL GOES TO... Jake Sharp. He accumulated 257 all-purpose yards and tied the school single-game record with four touchdowns.After the game he enjoyed his newfound power by leading the media around the room before selecting a seat. Josh Freeman. One of the few Kansas State players who didn't talk trash before the game, Freeman did his talking on the field. And what he said was ugly. Freeman turned the ball over four times, GAME TO FORGET... 30 Sophomore receiver Dezmon Briscoe gets up to attempt a catch in the endzone Saturday afternoon. Kansas State was flagged for defensive pass interference on the play, advancing Kansas 15 yards to set up for a walk in Todd Reeing touchdown in Kansas' S2-21 win over the Wildcats. Weston White/KANSAN 6B SPORTS --- THE UNIVERSITY HAIRY KANSAN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2008 BIG 12 WRAPUP Exciting Red Raider victory highlights weekend play BY TAYLOR BERN tbern@kansan.com NO.2 TEXAS TECH 39, NO.5 TEXAS 33 Guns Up: The biggest game in school history was an absolute thriller. One play after Texas nearly made an interception to end the game, Heisman candidate Graham Harrell connected with Heisman candidate Michael Crabtree for the winning touchdown. Crabtree made the catch, brushed off a tackle and tip-toed the five yards into the end zone with one second left on the clock. Tech still has to play Oklahoma State and Oklahoma, but that hasn't slowed down the biggest party in Lubbock history. Hook'em Horns Down: Trailing by six with over five minutes left, Colt McCoy drove 80 yards to put his team up by one. Problem is he left 1:27 on the clock and Texas normally stingy defense couldn't prevent a last second touchdown. Really, the Longhorns are still doing all right. They escaped the Big 12 gauntlet — Oklahoma, Missouri, Oklahoma State and Texas Tech — with a 3-1 record and finish with three very winnable games. Still, this loss may take them out of the national title picture, and no image portraits that better than McCoy's flabbergasted face after Crabtree's touchdown. ASSOCIATED PRESS NO.6 OKLAHOMA 62, NEBRASKA 28 Texas Tech receiver Michael Crabtree steps into the end zone Saturday for the game-winning touchdown as Texas Longhorn defender Curtis Brown couldn't catch up on the second-to-final play of the game. Tech won 39-13. Blowout Sooner: Less than six minutes into the game, the Sooners led 28-0. By the end of the first quarter it was 35-0, and at halftime Oklahoma led 49-14. Quarterback Sam Bradford put up his typical numbers, completing 19-of-27 for 311 yards and five touchdowns. The game was over immediately and the score only evened a bit because coach Bob Stoops let off the gas. If they tried, Oklahoma easily could have put up 100 points on this former conference titan. Cornhuskers Wail: Coach Bo Pelini makes his living on defense, which is why this blowout comes as a big surprise. Obviously Nebraska doesn't have the talent right now, but Pelini was supposed to replace some of that with his great defensive strategies. Whoops. The Cornhuskus did out-rush the Sooners 204-193, but that's a hollow victory in a game that they lost five minutes in. 5 NO.8 OKLAHOMA STATE 59,IOWA STATE 17 Cowboy Up: Oklahoma State accumulated a mind-boggling 682 offensive yards despite controlling the ball for less than half of the game. Quarterback Zac Robinson averaged 14.6 yards per pass attempt and completed 18-of-27 for five touchdowns. Running back Kendall Hunter didn't put up his usual numbers, but he only carried the ball 13 times. On 13 carries he averaged eight yards and scored a touchdown. Wide receiver Dez Bryant is making a case for the Biletnikoff Award with nine catches for 171 yards and four touchdowns. Cy-Clown Alley: Besides winning time of possession, there was really nothing good for Iowa State to take from this game. The Cyclones turned the ball over three times, committed 10 penalties and converted only 5-of-16 third down attempts. Iowa Sate averaged just 3.2 yards per carry and quarterback Austen Arnaud completed just 20-of-35 passes. NO.13 MISSOURI 31, BAYLOR 28 Missouri, and it nearly was. The Tigers led 14-0 and threatened to score again when Chase Daniel threw an interception and the Bears turned it into points. From there it was a battle back-and-forth but a Missouri field goal with 2:40 left decided the game. Daniel completed 30-of-38 for 318 and three touchdowns. Tigers Escape Saturday should have been an easy victory for Beary Close: For most of the game, freshman quarterback Robert Griffin was matching senior Chase Daniel throw-forthrow. The difference came when Griffin tried to lead his team on a last-minute drive and was picked off for the first time in his career. His 209 attempts to start a career without an interception broke the D-I record previously held by Mike "I'm a Man" Gundy at Oklahoma State. Griffin completed 26-of-35 passes for 283 yards and two touchdowns, and also rushed for another score. Baylor was 4-for-4 on fourth down attempts. TEXAS A&M 24, COLORADO 17 Ugly in Aggieland: This game only deserves one paragraph. The quarterbacks combined to complete 33-of-67 passes while the squads teamed for 14 penalties and 10-for-26 on third down attempts. Nobody outside of Boulder or College Station — and even some inside of those — cared about this game, and these teams played like they didn't either. Edited by Rachel Burchfield DODD (CONTINUED FROM 1B) plan. Sharp and Kansas' offensive line exposed K-State's tin-foil defensive line, and the jayhawk defense feasted on K-State junior quarterback Josh Freeman. It's hard to imagine a quarterback having three worse games than the three Freeman has had against Kansas. Three seasons. Three games. Nine interceptions. Four fumbles. Three losses. Ouch. And once again, Mangino left K-State coach Ron Prince scratching his head. Prince has coached three games against Kansas. And three times, Mangino has simply outwitted, outcoached and outclassed his in-state rival. After the game, Mangino left the emotion on the field. He was back in coach-mode. That's his way. "We're bringing this program back to respectability," Mangino would say, matter-of-factly. He's won 32 game during the last four years. No Kansas coach has ever done that. He'll take Kansas to its second-consecutive bowl game this year. No Kansas coach has ever done that. So we'll have to live with the tiny scraps of emotion. Mark Mangino wins football games. That's his way. Edited by Adam Mowder COLLEGE FOOTBALL Tide ranks No.1 for the first time in 16 years This week its about The Crimson Tide. They became the fifth team this season to sit atop the AP Top 25, moving up a spot Sunday after previously top-ranked Texas was toppled by Texas Tech. NEW YORK -- Next up at No. 1, Alabama. And Kansas? Well, they'll have to wait another week to jump back into the AP Top 25. The Red Raiders, who scored a touchdown with a second left at home to beat the Longhorns 39-33 Saturday night, jumped four spots and past No. 3 Penn State to No. 2. The unbeaten Nittany Lions were idle. No.4 Florida moved up one place after its 49-10 rout of Georgia and Texas dropped four spots to No.5. The Crimson Tide, which beat Arkansas State 35-0, received 46 of a possible 65 first-place votes from the media panel and 1,600 points. Texas Tech got 12 first-place votes and 1,528 points and Penn State had six and 1,525. The Gators received the other No. 1 vote. The top spot in the poll hasn't been held by this many teams since 1990, when Miami, Notre Dame, Colorado, Michigan and Virginia all had a turn at No 1. The Sooners were No. 1 for two weeks, then lost to Texas, which held the top spot for three weeks Georgia started this season No. 1 and was replaced by Southern California after the opening week. USC lasted four weeks before being upset by Oregon State and Oklahoma took the top spot. The Crimson Tide hasn't been No.1 since finishing that way after the 1992 season, when coach Gene Stallings, quarterback Jay Barker and a ferocious defense won the last of the Tide's six AP national championships. Alabama's first game as a No. 1 team since Oct., 27, 1980, will be Saturday at LSU, a date that was one of the most anticipated in the Southeastern Conference even before this season. Now it's Alabama's turn. Tide coach Nick Saban will be coaching in Baton Rouge, La., for the first time since he left the Tigers for the NLA after the 2004 season. 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ERNST & YOUNG Quality In Everything We Do Seven ranked teams lost last weekend, most from the lower half of the rankings, so the back end of the Top 25 got a shake-up, too. Southern California is No. 7, and the final two spots in the top 10 are held by potential BCS Busters -- No. 9 Boise State of the Western Athletic Conference and No. 10 Utah, which hosts Mountain West Conference rival and No. 11 TCU in a Thursday night game. FORTUNE 100 BEST COMPANIES TO WORK FOR 2008 IDEAL Associated Press --- 1234567890 Rebekah Allen·Gena Burkett·Sara Goetz·Pamela Hodge·Angela McMillen·Jennifer Schmidt·Karlin Tracey·Katie Beale·Andrew Easton·Sarah Lenahan·Rachel Rumsey·Jeremy Wayne·Erin Fisher Kristin Ahlvin·Emily Foerschler·Michael Karlin·Joanna Kirby Marie Kohart Shawna Loomis·Ben Ryan·Carrie Warner·Andy Weber What do these recent KU Graduates have in common? 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Not only did Bonds place first for the Jayhawks, she also earned All-Big 12 Honors, making her the Bonds second woman in the history of Kansas cross country to earn the honors. "I'm really proud of her." Freshman Laura Nightengale said. "She deserves it, she works hard and is really dedicated." Nightengale placed 91st overall coming back from having to sit out of Pre-Nationals with a stress reaction in her leg. "I had been doing a lot of cross training, which is hard to translate into running. But the rest of the team stepped up and I'm proud of them." Right behind Bonds was sophomore Amanda Miller in 38th place with a time of 22:17. It's the fifth consecutive meet that both Bonds and Miller have finished as the top two performers on the women's side for the lahawks. "It's good to have consistency." Miller said. "Everyone has an off race and it helps to have people you know will do well." The women's team eighth place performance was its second-best showing at the conference championships. "It was a big step going from 11th to eighth place," freshman Rebeka Stowe said. "We can only results Women's 6K Kansas: Eight place Average time: 22:23 Kansas: Eighth place Average time: 22:23 Top Women's Performers: 12. Lauren Bonds 21:31 38. Amanda Miller 22:17.35 41. Kara Windisch 22:25.20 55. Alison Knoll 22:49.95 57. Megan James 22:52.70 Men's 8K Men's 8K Kansas: Eighth place Average time: 25:40 Average time: 25:40 Top Men's Performers: 28. Don Wasinger 25:17.63 38. Bret Imgrund 25:30.98 40. Nick Caprario 25:32.58 50. Dan Van Orsdel 25:58.38 52. Isaiah Shirlen 26:04.68 young team." In the Men's 8K, freshman Donny Wasinger was the top finisher for the team for the second consecutive meet, placing in 28th place with a time of 25:17. "I went out faster than I had all year and I was little worried mid-race," he said. "I ended up doing all right, I wanted to finish strong and to shoot for Top 30." Junior Bret Imgrund finished 38th overall and second for ALEXANDER GUILLERON the team with a time of 25:30 followed by sophomore Nick Caprario in 40th with a time of 25:32. Wasinger Caprario felt that the team did a lot better than the previous meet. notebook Texas Tech took first place for the women's 6K and Oklahoma State took first in the men's 8K. Marking the first year that Colorado not taking first in either the men's or women's race. —The top 15 finishers at the Big 12 Conference Championships in both men and women's races get all conference honors. Texas Tech Senior Sally Kipyego became the first runner in Big 12 history, men's or women's, to win three consecutive Big 12 individual championships. —Jason Baker — Oklahoma State Freshman German Fernan dez took first in the Men's 8K. While their top five runners all placed in the Top 15. "At Pre-Nats a lot of us didn't hit on the same day," he said. "At Big 12s a lot of us were on the same page. There was talk of us getting 11th in conference and everyone did a good job rising to the call." "The Big 12 is one of the premier conferences, and to be lined up with teams like Colorado, Oklahoma State and Texas is always fun." Next on the team's schedule are the Midwest Regional Championships in Stillwater, Okla. on November 15th. It previously raced at the OSU Jamboree back in early October and the team is looking forward to returning. "There will be a good mix of teams from the Big 12 and the Big Ten," said Miller. "We want to go in and make them think we should've been higher ranked." — Edited by Arthur Hur Despite the loss, there were solid performances turned in by Jayhawk swimmers. Senior Danielle Herrmann came away with first-place finishes in her individual events. Senior Maria Mayrovich also had an individual first place with her win in the 50-yard freestyle. and 200-yard backstroke events on the day. The Kansas women's swimming and diving squad, which cracked the Top 25 at No. 23 this past week, was outmatched by No.21 Missouri in the Border Showdown dual meet on Saturday afternoon. Missouri swam to a 173.5-123.5 victory against Kansas. SWIMMING & DIVING Newly ranked Jayhawks lose meet to rival Tigers Herrmann teamed up with sophomore Joy Bunting in the 100-yard breaststroke and 200-yard IM to collect some key points for the Jayhawks. Bunting finished in third in the 100-yard Along with Kuzhi's performance in the relay, she also placed second in both the 100- Sophomore Lulisa Kuzhil, Hermann, senior Ashley Leidigh, and junior Emily Lanteigne guided the 200-yard medley relay (1:43.94) to victory to start out the meet. breaststroke and second in the 200-yard IM behind Herrmann. Sophomore Erin Mertz placed the highest out of KU divers with third-place places in both 1- and 3-meter diving. Alison M. Riley MI the Jayhawks was the 500-yard freestyle, where Lanteigne and freshman Shannon Garlie finished second and third. One other race that produced points for Mertz Herrmann Next up on the women's swimming and diving schedule is a home dual meet against Drury on Friday, Nov. 7. Following the Drury meet, KU will swim against Evansville on Saturday, Nov. 8 at Robinson Natatorium. Adam Samson MEN'S BASKETBALL Little not expected to play against Washburn BY CASE KEEFER ckeefer@kansan.com Mario Little's injury was never supposed to be this serious. Little arrived on campus in June with a stress fracture in his lower left leg. No one thought it was anything more than a minor nausea. The junior guard still played in Kansas' three exhibition games in Canada over Labor Day weekend and scrimmaged with the team during Late Night in the Phog-Kansas coach Bill Self said he thought the stress fracture would heal in time for the season. "He's definitely out for an extended period of time," Self said. "Now, we don't know if that's two weeks from today or five weeks from today. We're hopeful he's a fast healer." It didn't. Little hasn't practiced for the last week and is now on crutches. He won't play in Tuesday's exhibition game against Washburn and Self isn't sure when Little will return. It's a tough loss for the Jayhawks. They were counting on Little, the Big 12 Preseason Newcomer of the Year, to make an immediate impact Kansas has also dealt with an injury to its other junior college transfer — junior guard Tyrone Appleton. Appleton returned this season. to practice Thursday after missing three weeks with a hip-flexor injury. said Appleton was impressive coming off of his injury. Appleton sustained the injury during one of the last boot camp practices when he slipped while running. Appleton said although he "We've had injuries every year here, but Mario's injury has been bigger than what most injuries would be because we desperately need him to be healthy." "He looked really good," Taylor said. "Even coach Self said it." Appleton will play in the game against Washburn, but his minutes will be limited because he missed somany practices. As for Little, the best case scenario seems to be a return for the regular season opener on Nov. 16 against UMKC. BILL SELF Men's basketball coach knew he was missing valuable practice time, Self kept him positive. Self abides by the unwritten coaches' law of not complaining about injuries. That doesn't mean he's downplaying their significance. "It was really frustrating." Appleton said. "He just told me, 'Keep a positive attitude and don't try to rush it back — just take your time and get healthy.'" Appletons said he was pleased with his performance since returning to practice. His teammates concurred. Junior guard Sherron Collins and freshman guard Tyshawn Taylor "Everybody has injuries," Self said. "We've had injuries every year here, but Mario's injury has been bigger than what most injuries would be because we desperately need him to be healthy." — Edited by Arthur Hur notebook POLLSPEAK The national media and the country's college basketball coaches think Kansas is one of the top 25 teams in the country Bill Self does not. Self thought both major pre-season polls that were released at the end of last week were a bit too rewarding. The ESPN/USA Today Coaches' Poll ranked Kansas 23rd while the Associated Press Poll placed it at 24. "I think that's in large part due to the great respect they probably have for us winning it all last year," Self said. "We do not look like the 23rd or 24th ranked team." Self, however, didn't pull out the usual coach cliché of saying preseason polls don't matter anyway. Self even said he was honored the Jayhawks were ranked. "I'm excited we're ranked," Self said. "I'd rather be ranked than not ranked." TWO POINT GUARDS, ONE BASKETBALL Sherron Collins and Tyshawn Taylor are expected to be on the court a lot together this season. Both are known as being point guards so the question must be asked: Who will bring the ball up the court when they are both in? "I think it depends," Taylor said. "If I'm bringing it up, Sherron will probably be scoring most of the time. If the ball is out of his hands bringing it up that means I can create a shot for him — same for him bringing the ball up." READY FOR THE EXHIBITION? Marcus Morris speaks for both himself and the rest of the freshmen when he says he's excited for Tuesday's game against Washburn. "I'm a little nervous," Morris said. "But I think the jitters will come out quick." Morris said he was anxious to play against someone other than his teammates inside of Allen Fieldhouse. He wasn't worried about how the young team would respond to the pressure. 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For now, Kansas can enjoy its victory, as the Jayhawks open their season with a decisive victory against Fort Hays State. Next weekend the Jayhawks face a much more competitive Washburn team and hope to improve on their "It it just felt good to play," Morris said. "It felt good to get out there in front of the fans." Edited by Rachel Burchfield Jayhawks lose 6-0 in heartbreaker SOCCER MILFORD Team falls to No. 20 Missouri in a loss that could dash postseason dreams BY ANDREW WIEBE awiebe@kansan.com COLUMBIA, Mo. — Playing to keep its NCAA Tournament at-large bid hopes alive, Kansas suffered its worst defeat in nearly a decade against No. 20 Missouri on the final day of the regular season. The Tigers dominated proceedings from the opening whistle Friday night against the team's border rivals, cruising to a decisive 6-0 victory in front of 368 fans at Walton Stadium. The victory is Missouri's first against Kansas since 2002. Following the devastating defeat, Kansas' stunned players and coaches solemnly shuffled off the field while Missouri celebrated a triumphant senior night and a third place conference finish in the background. "Nobody expected us to lose 6-0, except maybe Missouri," junior goalkeeper Julie Halley said. "I don't even know what to say. We are in shock." Coach Mark Francis declined to comment following the program's most lopsided defeat since losing at No. 4 Nebraska 8-1 in 1999, his first season as coach. the last time it won a game in the Big 12 Tournament. Junior defender Estelle Johnson said it The lavhawks finished the The Jay's regular season 11-7-1 (4-5-1) after jumping out to a 5-1 record. Francis' team enters this week's crucial Big 12 Tournament with a losing conference record and a seventh place "I think there is no hope of making the NCAA Tournament unless we win the Big 12 Tournament. I guess that's what we are going to focus on now." conference finish, their worst since 2000. ESTELLE JOHNSON Defender would take three victories to have any opportunity of playing in the postseason. Kansas hasn't played in the NCAA Tournament since 2004. Tournament," Johnson said of the Jayhawk' extinguished at-large hopes. "I guess that's what we are "I think there is no hope of making the NCAA Tournament unless we win the Big 12 going to focus on now." Sophomore forward Alysha Bonnick scored the first of her two goals in the ninth minute when she nodded senior midfielder Mo Redmond's cross past Hanley. The Tigers doubled their lead in the 33rd minute when junior forward Michelle Collins got her head on a nearly identical cross. Inbothinstances, Missouplayers found themselves unmarked in the penalty area, leaving Hanley helpless to prevent the ball from finding the back of the net. "We didn't match up in the box when we needed to." Hanley said "We left people open. Too many times there were balls in the box and no one on or around them." Five minutes before halftime, the Tigers went ahead 3-0 when sophomore defender Lauren Jackson and Hanley failed to clear a loose ball, allowing freshman defender Mallory Stipetich to poke the ball away and walk it into an open net. The layhawks opened the second half with three defenders, pushing Johnson into the attack as they looked to chip away at the three-goal deficit. Missouri capitalized on the change immediately as Redmond scored twice in the first three minutes of the second half to put the game out of reach Down 5-0 with almost 38 minutes remaining, Francis had seen enough. All 11 starters were removed and finished the game watching from the bench. Missouri outshot Kansas 31-13 and had nine corner kicks to the visitors' two. "I don't think it was a lack of intensity," Johnson said of Kansas's defensive struggles. "I would say we didn't take responsibility for what we are supposed to do. People aren't playing their roles." Kansas allowed a sixth and final goal three minutes later when Bonnick lobbed a shot over senior goalkeeper Stephanie Baugh. Senior midfielder Kristin Graves made a valiant effort to clear the ball off the line, but she arrived a second too late. Kansas will play Texas A&M in the first round of the Big 12 Tournament in San Antonio at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The layhawks beat the then No. 6 Aggies 1-0 on October 17 in Lawrence. In other Big 12 action. Oklahoma State beat Oklahoma 3-2 to finish alone as conference champions. It is the Cowgirls' first Big 12 regular season championship. Edited by Rachel Burchfield What's Next? What's Next? Kansas Basketball Schedule Coming Tuesday Nov. 4th Features the Dates, Times and Locations For the 2008-2009 Men's Season Presented by: THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN Kansas Basketball Schedule Coming Tuesday Nov. 4th Features the Dates, Times and Locations For the 2008-2009 Men's Season Presented by: THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN VOLLEYBALL Kansas loses to in-state rivals Jayhawks can't keep up with Wildcats'surging offense BY JOSH BOWE jbowe@kansan.com Even though Halloween was the night before, Kansas State still had a few tricks for Kansas on Saturday night, providing the Jayhawks with few treats. Kansas fell in four sets against the Wildcats 3-1. K-State compiled seven service aces, with four of its players scoring at least one ace. "We faced a very aggressive serving team that really kept us off balance offensive," coach Ray Bechard said. With the K-State serve, Kansas was inconsistent at best for most of the match on the offensive side of the net. For sets one and three, Kansas hit .217 and .324 but then followed those solid sets, up with a couple of lousy ones in set two and four, hitting .074 and an even worse negative .094 percent. It's the second-straight match that Kansas has had a set with a negative hitting percentage, K-State's serves, along with the match's taking place in Manhattan, left Kansas helpless. "They (K-State) were a little bit more comfortable," Bechard said. "I thought they played as well as I've seen them in a while." Except for digs, K-State outdid Kansas in every category, including hitting percentage, errors, kills, blocks and, of course, the service aces. The Wildcats had double-digit kills in every one of their sets, while the Jayhawks only achieved DQ Buy One Blizzard and Get ONE FREE of equal or lesser size 2345 Iowa 1835 Massachusetts 842-9359 843-3588 Coupon not valid with any other offer. 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"The inconsistent play has got to become more of the minimum." third set, we were satisfied with that," Uhart said. "The whole mentality changed in the fourth set." Uhart was unable to name the root of the fourth-set frustrations. Kansas has a young team with plenty of sophomore hitters and a freshman at setter. Though inexperience could be a part of the problem, Uhart did not want that to be the scapegoat. Bechard said he understood that it would have been difficult for any team to roll into Manhattan and win with the sloppy play his team displayed. The Wildcats were ranked 16th nationally before the match started and displayed their talents early and often. "They're playing very well, and it would take a very good effort from the team on the other side of the net," Bechard said. Kansas could not sustain the level of play long enough to extend the match longer. But Bechard said the season wasn't lost in his players' minds. "If they just stay on task, we think there is still a lot of opportunity for good things to happen," he said. / Edited by Adam Mowder THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN PRESENTS ELECTION 2008 ILLUSTRATIONS BY CATHERINE COQUILLETTE 2C ELECTION 2008 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2008 table of contents SPECIAL SECTION UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN NOVEMBER 3,2008 WHERE DO WE VOTE? Find your precinct and head to the polls BY VIRGINIA DOWNING editor@kansan.com Students who are registered in Lawrence with their residence hall address will be voting at the Burge Union on campus. Students who are not registered in Lawrence should receive an absentee ballot for their state or city before the actual election day. For the Students who are registered in Lawrence but not in the address of residence halls there are different voting areas by their precinct number: 1.Pinckney Elementary School: 810 West 6th St. 2. Lawrence City Library: 707 Vermont St. 3. Douglas County Senior Centers 745 Vermont St. 4. USD 497 Administration Center:110 McDonald Dr 5. Deerfield Elementary School: 101 Lawrence Ave. 6. The Windsor: 3220 Peterson Road 7. Plymouth Congregational Church: 925 Vermont St. 8. Trinity Lutheran Church: 1245 New Hampshire St. 9. Lawrence Jewish Community Center; 917 Highland Dr. 10. Burge Union, KU Campus: 1601 Irving Hill Road 11. West Junior High School: 2700 Harvard Road 12. First Baptist Church: 1330 Kasold Dr. 13. American Legion: 3408 West 6th St. 14. First Presbyterian Church: 2415 Clinton Parkway 15. Immanuel Lutheran Church: 2104 Bob Billings Parkway 16. Clinton Parkway Assembly of God Church: 3200 Clinton Parkway 17. Holcom Recreation Center: 2700 West 27th St. 18. Mustard Seed Church: 700 Wakarusa Dr. 19. Brandon Woods, Smith Center: 1501 Inverness Dr. 20. First Southern Baptist Church 4300 West 6th St. 21. Hillcrest Elementary School: 1045 Hilltop St. 22. Free Methodist Church: 3001 Lawrence Ave. 23. 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Wakarusa): 31st & Louisiana St. Note: Please try to vote at the precinct listed on your registration card to reduce wait time For more information on your precinct go to www.douglas-county.com LETTER FROM THE EDITOR BY ALISON CUMBOW cumbow@kanzan.com I remember voting for Ralph Nader in elementary school when we got to simulate the election process. I had heard my grandmother rave about him so much, I colored in the dot by his name as soon as I saw it. This year, I did things a little differently. I didn't vote based on what my grandmother wanted, and I didn't vote for anyone just because I had heard a name just times. I voted because I was educated and I made my own choice. My vote for president counts in Florida because it's where I'm from, and I am proud to say I have already voted absentee. Tomorrow — I hope not Wednesday — we will find out who will be our next President of the United States. A small number of people in my home state decided the 2000 election's outcome, and that's proof that my vote counts, and so does yours. VOTE YOUR VOTE COUNTS In addition to changing the White House you have the power to also change the Kansas Statehouse and Douglas County Courthouse Barack Obama and our local Democratic candidates represent the kind of change we need. You can help us create an economy that works for the middle class, promote renewable energy sources and provide health care for all citizens by supporting Democrats running for the Kansas Statehouse and Douglas County Courthouse. MARGARET M. RITCHIE JOIN ME IN VOTING FOR ALL THE DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATES ON NOVEMBER 4th - Gov. Kathleen Sebelius tic need. for by e. 1234567890123456789012345678901234567890123456789012345678901234567890123456789012345678901234567890123456789 Paid for by the Douglas County Democratic Party. Carrie Moore, Treasurer. ] You do of st sig the co THE UNIVERSITY OF DAIRY KANSAS MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21 ELECTION 2008 3C This is why I decided to VOTE BY MICHAEL HOLTZ mholtz@kansan.com By now, you've probably heard the arguments of who to support and why. You know the issues, the candidates and the plans for the future of our country. You've been constantly reminded of the historical significance of this election and the enormous obstacles we as a country will face when it's over. But none of this would matter or even exist if it weren't for one fundamental cornerstone of democracy – the right to vote. Tomorrow, on Nov. 4, your vote is what it all comes down to. So what does your vote mean? "Voting is your power," said Barbara Ballard, associate director of civic programming and outreach at the Dole Institute and 16-year state representative (D). "It's our way of having our wishes known and our voices heard." "It's a duty, that's simply it." said Ann Cudd, associate dean of humanities and professor of social and political philosophy. "It's the duty of all citizens to vote and express their opinions." Voting can be defined as your dutiful power or your powerful duty to this country. Voting is essential to what it means to live in a democracy and it is not to be taken for granted. "Democracy isn't free," Ballard said. "It doesn't just happen. This is our democracy. If we don't take an active part in it, who will?" Soon the reigns of this democracy will be passed on to their generation, for better or for worse, and it'll be their responsibility to ensure its preservation. By voting, you are effectively laying a brick in what will become the foundation of this country's future. What do you think? AS A PREVIOUS HILLARY SUPPORTER, WHAT DO YOU THINK NOW ABOUT THE PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES? That future is on their generation's hands. "We've more than doubled the number of people registered since SLAB has been an organization this year compared to any year past." Gray said. Ballard said that she expected this election to be unprecedented in the number of 18-24-year-old voters, a sizeable demographic that had been underrepresented in years past. Amy PETER GROVES difficult for students to avoid the issues of the election. JINFU LIANG "Unless we get our economy going strong again, unemployment will be high and that will directly affect students' pocket books," Cudd said. "Even while they're here loans will not be very easy to get and will be expensive." "Students want to move the country in a different direction," Ballard said. "They want to see an outcome they can agree with." BAILEY STANISLAV Shawnee junior JENNIFER SCALES "As soon as Hillary wasn't in the race, my vote went to McCain because I don't like Obama, and that was before McCain picked Palin as the vice presidential candidate. I didn't know a lot about Palin, but it made me want to research her more and now that I have, I think she has the credentials to be vice president." CHELSEA ROUDYBUSH Olathe junior "I think with her experience and her being in the White House, she (Hillary) would have been a stronger candidate than Obama, but I'm still voting for Barack because he'll definitely be better than McCain and Palin." JENNIFER SCALES Girad second-year law student "I knew that whichever one (Obama or Hillary) prevailed, I would vote for them, but as the President of the National Organization for Women, KU chapter, we endorsed Hillary. I don't think Palin's the most qualified, but I'm not going to tear down other women that are trying to be successful." "We are the ones that are going to feel the effects of Washington longer than anyone else," said Michael Gray, Buhler junior and legislative director of the Student Legislative Awareness Board. "By casting a vote you're saying you want to have a future as bright as your parents." Successful student registration efforts, including registration tables set up by SLAB, have noticed a galvanized student interest in this year's election. That outcome will affect everything from global warming to health care, from the war in Iraq to the economy. So what if you don't vote? Simply put, this election is something their generation cannot afford to ignore or mess up. For example, given the current economic crisis, which will inevitably affect student loans and the future job market, it is increasingly For starters, you'll have no room to complain if the election doesn't go the way you had wanted. "We always vote to have our voices heard and to make a difference," ballard said. "If you sit back and do nothing then you know you didn't try to make a difference." Tomorrow, on Nov. 4, making that difference is nothing to be taken lightly, and with your vote it can become a reality. 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Don's Auto: Tips for Better Gas Mileage 1 Change your air filter regularly 2 Slow down! 3 3 3 Perform fuel injection cleaner every 30,000 to 60,000 miles 。 Don's Auto Center Since 1972 11th & Haskell • 841-4833 1 4C ELECTION 2008 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2008 UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS ART AND DESIGN CLASS DESIGNED VOTING POSTERS CHECK'EM OUT AIGA | KC Get Out the Vote 2008 Students in Patrick Dooley's Typography III classes participated in the American Institute of Graphic Art's national Get out the Vote campaign. AIGA mounts the campaign in the presidential election year to demonstrate the power of design in the public arena by encouraging designers to contribute to a coordinated get-out-the-vote campaign for national elections in Fall 2008. This builds on the 2004 campaign that placed more than 50,000 AIGA posters in public places in communities across the nation. The purpose of this campaign is to encourage voter turnout. There is no single message, although the intent is a call to action, motivating people to register and to turn out to vote. The visuals and the text of the message must be nonpartisan – supporting the basic democratic premise of citizen participation, not a partisan position on candidates or issues. Students in the class researched voting trends in different populations of age, ethnicity and social circumstance and the rationales of why these different sectors tended not to vote. The students then choose a particular target audience to direct their voting message to. A specific approach encouraging voting was then constructed around a particular demographic. Each student developed two posters based on that theme - one that used type only and one that was type + image. Students chose which of the two posters they felt communicated their theme best and those posters are displayed in an AIGA exhibition at the Kansas City, MO Plaza Branch Public Library, throughout the greater Kansas City Metro area, at various businesses and organizations in Lawrence, as well here in the Art & Design Building. A CHILD DOESN'T HAVE A VOICE. So speak up for one. Vote. Children across America will be affected this November by the results of an election in which they have no say. An adult, you have a social responsibility to speak for those who cannot legally speak for themselves. Good design makes choices clear. AICA design principle solution was made explicit by the committee support of over 190,000 AICA members in 53 states and 231 national executive offices with the purpose of ensuring that every voice taken in the choice of things to the public level. This paper was designed by Matt Crosby, Lehigh University, Lehigh. change UNITED STATES OF AMERICA THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK CAMERA INSPECTOR OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK OF A YOUNG AND ADULT COURSE Whitney Morris What can your vote save? What can your vote save? vote now 4th and make a difference for the world. Matt Chase Kelly Anderson If you control the you listen to, the you wear, and the you eat, why not control your own future? Election Day November 4th, 2008 Gina Mengon I WANT TO VOTE BEC4USE... VOTE YOUR SEASON I WANT TO VOTE BEC4USE... VOTE YOUR REASON I WANT TO VOTE BEC4USE... VOTE YOUR REASON I WANT TO VOTE BECAUSE... I love him and I want to make him my husband Washington won I know what’s important otherwise Minimum wage isn’t cutting it anywhere I believe it’s a woman’s right to choice My college loans are adding up and I need help I need health insurance for my family and me I am totally not enough to do something The economy is falling apart for the average person to change things – you must talk about them I want my daughter to have a decent education BEC4USE... I have many reasons My brother has been deployed three times I’m tired of being assigned that I’m an American do more women fought so that I could My child is going to grow up in this world I don’t speak with where this country is going I can’t think of a reason not to I want to take勇气 and choose equity VOTE YOUR REASON minorities could be major Good design matters choice, care. ARTCA Lindsay Tippett REALITY HITS YOU HARD. 11.3 million 19-20 year olds do not have health insurance grow up VOTE REALITY HITS YOU HARD. 11.3 million 10-29 year olds do not have health insurance. grow up VOTE REALITY HITS 10.8 million 10-29 year olds do not have health insurance. YOU HARD grow up vote Lauren Ruiz REALITY HITS 10.8 million 10-40 year olds do not have health insurance. YOU HARD growsvote Stacey Dowgray Johnny's says, VOTE! It's tradition. JOHNNY'S TAVERN Over 50 Years You're not around for 55 years unless you have something amazing to offer. SERVING UP TRADITION JOHNNY'S TAVERN LAWRENCE • KANSAS CITY Just 'cross the bridge 401 N.2nd St. 842-0377 JOHNNY'S TAVERN Diver 50 Years SERVING UP TRADITION LONDON STREET JOHNNY'S TAVERN PAT ROBERTS U.S. SENATE PAT ROBERTS U.S. SENATE Working For Kansas www.RobertsForSenate.com Paid for by Pat Roberts for U.S. Senator Working For Kansas www.RobertsForSenate.com Paid for by Pat Roberts for U.S. Senator PETER BUSHMAN THE UNIVERSITY OF AIRY KANSAS ELECTION 2008 5C MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3 2008 Do designer duds say much about a candidate? CARL COST BY MARILYN HAINES mhaines@kansan.com Prada may be for the devil, but Versace dedicated its spring 2009 fashion show to Barack Obama, and John McCain's wife frequently sports a Chanel watch on her wrist. With presidential hopefuls and those affiliated with them being constantly examined under a magnificent, nationwide microscope, even an errant hair or a tie gone askew can be crucial. Thus, the relationship between fashion and politics has grown to be more you-got-chocolate-in-my-peanutbutter than ever. Conservative and liberal students alike agree that though a candidate may not have to strut down a runway or vogue for the camera to get their votes, appearances are critical when it comes to this election. Looking Oval Office-ready before even calling the Lincoln Bedroom their own is something Katie Guinn, Lafayette, Calif., junior conservative, values in candidates. "During an election, it is always better to be overdressed, because it lets people know that you are serious," she said. Guinn also said that the way candidates presents themselves was important to her. When a presidential hopeful is dressing the part properly in dapper suits and other smart sartorial choices, Guinn senses they mean business. "Obviously people want someone who is running for office to be business-like and professional." Dave Samms, Wichita sophomore, said that in his time interning for the Democratic Party over the summer, he saw the need for showmanship in those preparing for White House residency. However, he does not care about what label might adorn the lining of our future president's garments. "As long as they wear a suit and don't look like they dressed in the dark, I'm okay with it, I guess," he said. The women involved in this election are especially scrutinized for their wardrobe choices. Because women have a few more options beyond the traditionally male suit- Illustration by Catherine Coquillette "What she wears is a feminine statement but also businesslike. She's covered on top completely but she adds a feminine touch with a penel skirt," Guinn said. and-tie staple, their hemlines, hair styles, necklines and name brands are all up for inspection. Guinn approves of Republican vice presidential nominee Gov. Sarah Palin's attire that exudes professionalism without abandoning femininity. However, Samms sees Palin in quite a different light. "Hillary Clinton got a lot of flak for wearing pant suits, as if it were a problem. On the other hand, you have Sarah Palin, who looks like a teacher who may try to seduce students," he said. The line between just perfectly feminine and sexy headmistress is a fine one, Samms said. "There's really no middle ground, but then again, none of that really matters, but the superficiality of politics makes it seem like it does matter. In my opinion, as long as women in politics never wear Uggs in public, they should be good to go," he said. Potential first ladies not only have the pressure of being the perfect political accessory, complementing their presidential hopeful husbands just so, but they have their own accessorizing to consider. With talks of Michelle Obama possibly being the next Jackie Kennedy and of Cindy McCain's collection of silk Oscar de la Renta frocks, this pair of possible first ladies could reach pop culture heights by becoming modern fashion icons. With both women possessing distinct tastes for fine fashion, it is difficult to determine who could wear the pill-box hat crown as our modern-day Jackie. Guinn said she saw qualities in both first ladies that could appeal to the masses. "So much of what makes someone a fashion icon is not only peoples' desire to look like them, but to be like them. Nobody would want to look like someone they didn't like, even if they were beautiful," Guinn said. Not only does Barack Obama's "change" typography look eerly similar to the font used by the famed fashion house Chanel, but he also has the support of a bevy of fashion designers. Aptly entitled "Runway for Change," the pieces for sale in Sen. Obama's online store include designs from relevant names in the fashion world, such as Vera Wang and Marc Jacobs. Guinn said she thought that this would make Obama appeal to younger voters who may not have made a concrete decision for whom to vote. value the person wearing it purse behind it that matters" "To those who are independent, or don't really have much of a view, I think it will make it more appealing for them to buy one of Obama's designer shirts," she said. "But ultimately, it's not the value of the clothing that matters; it is the Edited by Kelsey Hayes 1 tsp. NEW at kudining.com A 1/2 cup NetNutrition, an online nutrition analysis program, allows you to view nutritional & caloric value of every menu item at any KU Dining location! Over 20 Locations Campus-wide. Dining Options For Any Schedule. Quick And Friendly Service. Professional Catering For Memorable Events. Delicious Food. Newly Renovated Facilities endless possibilities. Contributing To Student Success KU DINING SERVICES --- THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN HOW DO YOU VOTE? READ THE ISSUES TAKE THE QUIZ BY LAUREN CUNNINGHAM Answer the following questions with, what you believe, are the best solutions to each situation. Though after finishing this quiz, there might be an obvious outcome as to whom you vote for, remember: only you will know what to do when you step up to the ballot. Imagine you are the C.E.O. of a large corporation, but you come from a lower, middle-class background. You know that the outcome of the election will change current U.S. tax policy. Would you rather see: A. Tax cuts for the wealthiest 1% of tax payers-OR- B. Tax breaks for middle and lower class tax payers C. Pretend you're a recent graduate of the School of Education and have just been hired as a fourth grade teacher. In your next several years of teaching, would you rather: A. Be held strictly accountable for how your students perform on standardized tests as a basic form of learning-OR- B. Teach the basic curriculum needed for assessments while also incorporating activities that don't need to help text learn 3. You're the owner of a major oil com pany who has equal investments in both current oil production and funding for research to find alternative fuels. Would you rather support: A. An increase in domestic offshore drilling that would increase your profits and drastically reduce dependency on foreign oil. OR- B. More funding for an alternative to oil that might not bring in as much profit, but could be environmentally better 4. Given the position of Secretary of State, you get a phone call from and Iranian leader about putting another nuclear reactor online. Do you... A. Ignore the phone call and let your economic policies impose your will (your economic policies restrict economic relations with Iran). -OR-B. Take the phone call to set up a series of discussions in which you negotiate how to better handle the situation 5. One of your good friends has just told you that he or she would like to enlist in the armed forces and fight in Iraq. Do you... A. Fully support him/her in his/her decision to help out the military services bring democracy to the Iraq government-OR. B. Try to course! him/her into staying because you believe the efforts of the military in Iraq will not be enough to change the Iraqi government Youre a 24-year-old graduate whose health care premiums have become too costly for your budget, and you ask your father for advice about what to do. He tells you that you can't afford to not have health coverage, and he gives you two options. Which one would you choose? A. Save money to get a better plan which would allow you to be able to afford a better premium - OR-B. Because nationally people are paying more, you would not have to worry about find health care because it will be offered to everyone 7. As a U.S. citizen of today's generation, how would you like the country to be represented to the rest of the world? A. A traditional representation that signifies ideals began in the early 1900s upheld still today -OR-B. A different viewpoint or representation that shows the diverse culture and ideals in a new and changing America Sources: www.barackobama.com, www.johnmccain.com If you choose more A's your views are more closely aligned with Sen. John M.Cain (R-Ariz.). If answer B is your most frequent choice, Sen. Barack Obauma (D-III) fits your views best. ENVIRONMENTAL: HOW GREEN SHOULD WE GO? BY MICOLE ARONOWITZ editor@kansan.com Democrats contend that oil companies have millions of acres of land that they're not drilling that should be developed before any new drilling takes place. Congressional action on this issue is still pending. Environmental and energy concerns are big issues on the political agenda. With the constant pendulum swing of gas prices, one of the proposals to lower both the price of gas and crude oil is offshore drilling. In August 2008, President Bush called for a restart of drilling, though Congress banned offshore drilling in 1981. Both parties have different views on the proper action to take. Republicans want to "drill here and drill now," because of the high gas prices. "I am against the current legislation on any offshore drilling because it will not have an immediate effect on the economy," Jonathan Eisen, St. Louis junior, said. "It will take 10 years before there is a drop in oil prices." The topic of energy independence has liberals supporting nonfossil fuels and conservatives in favor of domestic oil sources. Maggie MacDonald, St. Louis sophomore, agrees Americans should not rely on oversea oil supplies. "We should use our own resources," she said. "We should not go somewhere else to drill." Wind, solar and wave power are sources of alternative energy that could be used in place of fossil fuels. Althea Schnacke, Lawrence junior, supports the use of alternative energy. "It's free," she said. "It takes startup capital, but after that it pays for itself." Because of the nation's reliance on automobiles, it is lacking when it comes to energy efficiency. Zach White, Riverside, Iowa senior, supports energy conservation because of the money he would save. "Solar and wind energy is cheaper" he said. "I wouldn't have electric bills." Global warming and greenhouse gases have a serious impact on the environment. The dispute about this issue is how much of the emissions are natural climate functions versus human activity. Jenny Mohwinkle, Topeka senior, said that we should be concerned about the effect of greenhouse gases on the environment. "We have neglected it for so long," she said. "There could be some big problems." The issue of conservation and maintaining natural resources is a substantial part of both presidential candidates' platforms. Brenna Daldorph, Lawrence junior, remembers one of her professors saying that the environmental crisis will affect us more than the financial crisis and Sept. 11. "I am interested in environmental issues," she said. "It is absolutely necessary for the candidates to be aware of what is happening to the environment." Edited by Kelsey Hayes State Representative Paul Davis works hard to represent KU interests at the State Capitol. He helped lead the fight for deferred maintenance monies to repair our crumbling classrooms and has been a strong advocate for holding down tuition costs. Paul's work was recognized by the Kansas Citizens for Higher Education, who gave him an "A" for his voting record on issues important to Kansas universities. PAUL DAVIS A LEADER WHO LISTENS KU Gay rights and equality for homosexuals is a debate that has been taken to the highest courts in past years. United States Supreme Court ruled in 2003 that no state prohibit homosexual activity. Justice Anthony Kennedy defended this under the right of privacy, meaning that people should be allowed to engage in activities in their private domain. "Progress will be slow, but I believe that I'll see gay marriage federally recognized in my lifetime." Campbell said. In 1986, the Supreme Court ruled in Bowers v. Hardwick that, "the constitution does not confer a fundamental right upon homosexuals to engage in sodomy." Although the Supreme Court overruled this case seventeen years later, homosexuality remains a controversial topic. Three states in the U.S. have legalized same-sex marriage. Those states are Massachusetts, California, and Connecticut. Although the federal government does not recognize same-sex marriage, many are hopeful for a change. Lets send Paul back to Topeka to keep fighting for us! Religious beliefs are one argument against gay rights. There are numerous verses throughout the bible that oppose homosexuality. An example of this is in Leviticus 20:13, 23, where it is stated that homosexuality is an "abomination." Legal arguments are another reason the federal government does not recognize same-sex marriage. The Defense of Marriage Act is a federal law passed in 1996. The act defines marriage as being strictly between a man and a woman," . even if the relationship is considered a marriage in another state" Same-sex marriage and equality of homosexuals is a discussion political candidates have as well. In the Vice Presidential debate on October 2nd at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, both candidates made their views clear on the issue. "Neither Barack Obama or myself support redefining, from a civil side, what constitutes marriage." Senator Joe Biden said. The Republican vice presidential candidate stated similar views on the definition of marriage at the debate. "I don't support defining marriage as anything but between one man and one woman." Governor Sarah Palin said. GAY RIGHTS DEBATE RAGES ON Paul Davis STATE REPRESENTATIVE 46th www.davisforlawrence.org BY BARBARA PLATTS bplatts@kansan.com Homosexuality and equality for homosexuals are issues that continue to be debated in the United States. Throughout the university there are many students opinionated and active in communicating gay rights, Ryan Campbell, Olathe senior, is the president of a club on campus called Queens and Allies. Paul Davis STATE REPRESENTATIVE 4614 ARGUING IMMIGRATION "Queers and Allies maintains a wide variety of roles in the KU community, most notably working on activism, educational outreach, and social networking." Campbell said. "At the end of the day, our goal is to spread awareness that LGBT students are the same as everyone else." Paid for by Davis for State Representative. Margaret Perkins-McGuinness, Treasurer PAID POLITICAL ADVERTISEMENT BY VIRGINIA DOWNING editor@kansan.com PETER L. BURRICH According to OnTheLives.org, the people in the United States who support immigration are giving citizens from other countries a chance to live a different life. Proimmigration advocates say that the anti-immigration advocates are promoting racism because of the large amount of Hispanic immigrants, and the anti-immigrant supporters are shortening the growth of their population. Some students believe Immigrants should have the right to be a U.S.citizen. Since the U.S.admits over 660,000 legal immigrants a year since 1998, students are not worried about the growth of population. "I have heard many reasons to be against it, but personally I don't really see a big problem; it doesn't affect me" Jon Quick, Mission junior. Family history also influences some students toward immigration. Lori Jacob, Olathe sophomore said. "Pretty much all of my relatives, grandparents and beyond are from Europe so they were immigrants at a time." Student who are against immigration are not against the immigrants, but the system. Freshmen Sean Leach and Katy Mac Cormack from O Fallon Missouri both agreed that the system could use some work. "I'm against Illegal immigration, but if they go through the system that's okay; there is room for improvement for sure," said Leach. "I'm neutral about it, but I think the system could definitely be improved or sped up because there are people who have lived here for a long time and are still not U.S. citizens," said MacCormack. The people in the United States who do not support immigration are concerned about the over growth of the United States population. They also would like to keep the main language of the United States English. The main concern for anti-immigration supporters is the illegal immigrants living in the U.S. According to Onthelssues, about 5 million illegal immigrants reside in the U.S. and continues to grow by 275,000 a year. Most of the illegal immigrants were from Mexico with a climbing rate of $50$. Exercise Your Right to vote on November 4 Assert Your Rights. √ Free advice on: - Landlord/ - tenant disputes - DUI - Traffic Ticket - Fake ID - Any other legal problem LSS LEGAL SERVICES FOR STUDENTS TWO SIDES OF HEALTHCARE SUBMIT Contributing to Student Success SENATE BY CHRISTY NUTT editor@kansan.com Republicans fear that Obama's proposed reform would lead to universal healthcare, which has been noted for having limited choices. Republicans and Democrats have identified many problems with the current healthcare system, such as high numbers of uninsured, unreasonable cost of coverage and overcrowded emergency rooms. This topic has been a main focus during the presidential debates and the entirety of the campaigns. Both presidential nominees have proposed two very different plans regarding healthcare. According to Jonathan Oberlander,from the Massachusetts Medical Society, John McCain's proposal focuses on offering a refundable tax credit of $5,000 for families and $2,500 for individuals. McCain's proposal also relies on increasing competition in the insurance industries through deregulations. Alex Rock, the President of the Dole Institute of Politics Student Advisory Board, said that, Obama's proposal is more realistic for solving the problems of getting basic coverage to everyone and opening up emergency rooms. Barack Obama has also offered a detailed reform policy to the current healthcare system. Oberlander describes Obama's proposal as striving to provide basic coverage through employer mandates, new options of public and private insurance programs and regulations on insurance companies. Obama would require employers to either offer coverage, or pay a tax to fund the uninsured. His plan would also enforce regulations against private insurers who deny coverage based on pre-existing conditions. The option of private or public coverage would still be left to the individual. Rock argues that some people don't have the required time or education to research their own health care options needed in McCain's plan. He added that because people don't have the resources needed it could lead to individuals not using the refund money for healthcare, creating the same problems. Jesse Vaughn, the President of College Republicans at KU said McCain's proposal would allow people to decide which coverage they wanted, and would take some of the red tape away from the healthcare industry. Obama supporters think that McCain's rebate could fall short of the actual funds needed for some families. When asked about Obama's proposal, Vaughn said it would be giving control to the government and taking power away from the people. It has been stressed by McCain's campaign that his proposed reform would work within the fundamentals of the free market system to lower healthcare prices through competition. Although it may not be the only deciding factor on Election Day, Americans are taking the issue of healthcare very seriously. "This is an important issue that people need to be thinking about on November 4th," Vaughn said. Rock also commented on the significance of healthcare. "This was not the deciding factor but very important. The candidate I have chosen to vote for has a plan I agree with." $20 Hi Lites Long Hair Extra Exp. Nov. 13, 2008 Classes start February, June, August, and November Eyebrow Wax $4 with coupon Exp. Nov. 13, 2008 PIVOT POINT VIDAL SASSOON connection school Eyebrow Wax $4 with coupon Exp. 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McCune senior Voters may not turn out Even the historical nature of this year's election may not be enough to draw students to the polls BY HALLIE MANN hmann@kansan.com The 2008 Presidential Election is expected to draw many voters because of the historic nature of the event. Barack Obama could be the first African American to be president and Sarah Palin could be the first woman to be vice president. The issues facing the United States right now such as the financial crisis, the Iraq War, and foreign policy have been fought out by the two candidates for the last few months. Even with all of the media hype and historical significance of this election there are still people who will not go to the voting booths. Associate professor Mike Joslyn explains the election and voter turnout in terms of cost. "People who have a higher income and higher education are more likely to vote because they are more affluent in politics than other people," Joslyn said. Joslyn said people who had more money were more likely to vote because the cost to them was less: They have a car to get to a voting booth, they can afford to spend their time voting, and it is more socially expected for them to vote. Most Americans do not make it to the polling booth because they are too busy and don't have the resources to spare on something like voting. Joslyn also explains that people will vote out of a sense of obligation. Americans feel it is their responsibility to vote for their country because we are a democracy. Younger people are less likely to vote out of obligation because they have not been connected to the community in ways that older people have, Joslyn said. "Younger people haven't had to pay taxes or decide on laws that affect their life yet," Joslyn said. "We vote all the time in local elections, presidential elections, and off-year elections," Joslyn said. Even with all these potential reasons to vote, a portion of eligible voters will not be voting. "For students who are registered in a swing state like Missouri, absentee votes will be more decisive in the election," Joslyn said. In Kansas, which is seen as a "red state," absentee votes or students who register to vote in Kansas will have less of an effect on the outcome of the election. "Kansas is a less competitive state and [the parties] do not try as hard to get votes from students or absentee voters," Joslyn said. With the difficulties, students face in trying to vote, such as re-registering and absentee ballots, and the lack of participation in general from younger eligible voters, it is easy to see why students may not go to vote tomorrow. Sadie Weichmann, Overland Park freshman, has been staying out of politics and the election. Weichmann has not watched any of the presidential debates and has not been following the campaign trail of either of the candidates. "I don't like politics and I just don't find it interesting," Weichmann said. Weichmann does not believe her vote will count her vote will count in the election because of the electoral college system. "Your vote doesn't really count because there will be one person who casts a vote for everyone and they have the power to just choose whoever they want," Weichmann said. Weichmann's government class has been discussing how the voting process works, and because she thinks she is not directly voting for the president, she doesn't want to vote at all. Students also might not vote because they do not support either of the major candidates. Tyler Danaver, Wichita sophomore, is a Libertarian and does not want to vote for Obama or McCain. "If Ron Paul was still running I would vote for him hands down," Danaer said. Danaer said he had not fully investigated Obama's and McCain's platforms but he had been informed by very heated opinions. "My mother and my godmother are both feeding me the flames about the horrors of both of the candidates," Danaver said. Danaver does not want to choose between McCain and Obama. Danaver said he was taught that "less bad does not equal good," and he didn't want to vote for a candidate that does not represent his ideas. If he was going to vote, Danaver would vote for a third-party candidate. Although he realizes that a third-party candidate would not win this election, his vote could still do some good. "If I voted it wouldn't be a deciding vote this election but I would be investing in the future of a third-party candidate." Danaver said. Tim Scellw, Futchison senior, doesn't think his vote will have any direct affect on his lifestyle. "It doesn't affect my personal freedom and it doesn't matter who is president to me," Scilwell said. Scilwell said he is apolitical and he doesn't care about keeping up with all of the political and media gossip about the election. Scilwell is concerned with some of the key issues of this election, though. "I'm a little concerned with the financial crisis," Scdell said. Voters might also be turned against voting due to the recent Voter Registration Fraud. ACORN, a nonprofit group that tries to register lower income voters, has been accused of registering false names and registering voters multiple times according to CNN. The already highly covered election will now focus on whether or not there might be fraud in the voting process instead of the candidates and the issues. If votors don't have confidence that their vote will be recorded correctly, then they may not put forth the effort to vote for fear of a repeat of the 2000 presidential election. Voting is a privilege and a right for Americans. With the multitude of issues in this campaign, voters want to express their opinions about what should be done. But when voters do not feel their vote would count or that the issues affect them, voter turnout gets gradually lower. With the significant and symbolic issues surrounding the candidates and the issues, voter turnout may make a comeback. Gloves have come off as Election Day approaches BY MEGAN JOHNSON editor@kansan.com Edited by Tara Smith The leaves are falling and the gloves are coming off, which can only mean that the 2008 presidential election is rapidly approaching. Sens. Barack Obama (D-III), and John McCain (R-Ariz.) have reached the final stretches of their campaigns, leaving every last opportunity they have to persuade voters that they are the best candidate for president. The race has been full of fascinating firsts, from Sen. Hillary Clinton becoming the first woman to run for president, to Obama being the first African American presidential hopeful. The Democrats weren't the only ones shaking things up this election, though. On Aug. 29, McCain announced that Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin would join him on the Republican ticket as vice president. Since this announcement, Palin has been criticized and made fun of by everyone from feminist groups to NBC's "Saturday Night Live." A strategic move by the Republican party to attract women voters seems to be the reasoning behind the choice. Though some women think Palin was the top pick, others think her nomination was a disgrace to women, saying she goes against women's rights by not supporting abortion and that her gender was the only reason why she was picked, rather her experience. "I think McCain is just trying to get Hillary supporters; I don't think she is an appropriate candidate." Leslie O'Brien, Lawrence senior, said. "I think she was chosen just because she is a woman, and I guess it's disgraceful because there are better seated candidates out there." Others have a different opinion, praising her for being a mother of five and running for vice president. "I think it's awesome that a woman is running for vice president," Kim Riffel, Wichita senior, said. "I would have no problem with her being elected." Whether McCain wins, his campaign has been getting the media buzz thanks to Palin. Actress and writer Tina Fey has played Palin multiple times and brought her criticisms to humor on "SNL," which has seen its highest ratings in 14 years when Palin guest-starred. "I thought it was hilarious," said Riffel. "Tina Fey did a great job imitating her." Though Obama appeared on the show as well, he didn't receive the amount of criticism as Palin did. McCain has not shared the media spotlight with Palin, leaving her gender as a possible reason why the media has been following her. Some women may see her as a relatable figure, balancing both a career and family. Though the balancing act between a career and family is respectable, others argue that it is not enough to be qualified for the job and that aspect of her life won't help the Republican party to victory. "I don't think she's helping them," said O'Brien. "She doesn't say too many intelligent things, and I heard her say she doesn't know what a vice president does." Palin has catalyzed a fight within the election race. Women both for and against Palin have stepped in and been a loud voice in this election. Stirring up debates on feminism and women's rights, Palin has certainly made her mark on this election race. Whether this will help McCain and the Republicans win the race, Americans will have to wait and see until tomorrow. Edited by Kelsey Hayes BIGGEST ELECTION WATCH PARTY TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4 7 - MIDNIGHT OPEN BAR $3 IMPORTS ABE & JAKE'S 8 EAST SIXTH STREET • LAWRENCE, KS LANDING 841-5855 • ABEJAKES.COM C. M. HARRIS Scott Morgan, Candidate for State Senate Dear KU Students, MORGAN STATE SENATE You've stepped all over my name on campus sidewalks and seen my ads in the UDK addressing the drinking age, tuition hikes energy and the environment, the need for people to work together and the importance of thinking for yourself this election season. The over achievers among you have even visited my web site www.ScottMorganForSenate.com. I'm now back to remind you once more to think before you vote and to consider my candidacy. VOTE SCOTT MORGAN Independent. Reasonable. Paid for by Scott Morgan for State Senate Committee, Brad Finkeldei, Treasurer David Ambler and Alice Ann Johnston, Co-Chairs 8C THE UNIVERSITY OF ARLY GANSAN ELECTION 2008 MONDAY NOVEMBER 3,2008 Economy, education focus of KS Senate MARCI FRANCISCO What has being in the Kansas Senate since 2005 taught you? "I think each of us came to the Senate with a good sense of our community. But you learn a lot about issues across the state." What are the top issues of importance for all Kansans in this election? "The economy, the environment, clear support for education and higher education." What top issues for college students would you address if re-elected? Specifically, how do you and your opponent differ the most on the issues? "I believe that we need to take action to add clean coal, and we have the responsibility as government to have individuals and businesses pay for the associated cost of their action." What issues from Lawrence and Douglas County do you consider most important to address in the Senate? "I had worked with the League of Women Voters, and we made the change about poll workers. That was a bill I introduced. I feel I've been able to make a difference." Why should college voters be informed about the issues and this election? "We govern ourselves, and the more you learn by participating, it is going to have an effect on you life. This is the time to learn, find out what you're interested in, what you care about." What about your Senate experience or record makes you the best candidate for the job? "I really earned a reputation for reading the bills and was able to get a number of amendments added. As a member of the minority party, it's often easy to be excluded." SNL character? "Tina Fey" Three words to describe yourself? Sue M. Pike "Energetic, contributing. respectful" Favorite Lawrence restaurant? "Free State Brewery, La Parrilla, La Familia" Strange thing KU students wouldn't know about you? "I've lived in six houses pretty much on the same block." Least favorite movie? Nora Simon SCOTT MORGAN How does your slogan, "An Independent Voice of Reason for Lawrence," relate to KU students and average Kanss? "My sense is that party labels are not now as meaningful to that generation as they have in years past. Most pride themselves on being independent. (I'm) a Republican in search of a party." What about your experience on the School Board and in Lawrence makes you most qualified to be in the Kansas Senate? "Being on the school board for six years certainly has given me extensive background on education." What top issues for college students would you address? so many things come from education" "Education is really the underlying thing that drives me because How do you and your opponent differ the most on the issues? "Topeka seems to be really good at being a logjam. I don't know what my opponent has really accomplished. It's not enough to vote right. You've got to accomplish something." Why should college voters be informed about the issues and this election? "For state senators and state representatives, it's in their own self-interest to be aware those are the people that control KU. The state government affects your lives in almost more real ways than Congress ever will." SNL character? "Steve Martin" BERTON BARNES "Independent, reasonable, fair" Favorite Lawrence restaurant? "Ixtapa" Strange thing KU students wouldn't know about you? 'I can clap one-handed. Least favorite movie? "The Great Panda Adventure" Nora Simon Re-Elect DENNIS MOORE U.S. CONGRESS "As a KU alumnus, I'm proud to have represented KU in Congress for nearly 10 years. With your support, I will continue to take our Kansas values to Congress so we can make this country even better and stronger - now and in the future. Together, we can make a difference. I would be honored to have your vote. Working For You - Supported the College Cost Reduction Act to make student loans more affordable - Supports increased funding for federal student aid programs to help pay for college - Working to balance our budget so we don't pass on debt to our future generations - Fighting for a comprehensive energy policy VOTE NOVEMBER 4 WWW.MOOREFORCONGRESS.COM PO Box 14631 Lenexa, KS 66285 PAID POLITICAL ADVERTISING Paid for By Moore for Congress Tel/913.888.4838 Fax/913.894.0903 Election garb Tyler Waugh/KANSAN OBAMA VOTE 2018 VOTE McSame Fallin Gov. shares her thoughts on presidential candidates KATHLEEN SEBELIUS Alyssa Theil, Lawrence sophomore supports Barack Obama by wearing a pin while at the same time poking fun at the John McCain campaign by wearing a "McSame/Failin' pin on Tuesday. YOUTH My two sons are in their 20s and never before have they or their friends been this excited about a candidate as they are about Barack Obama. My sons have always been involved in the political process but there are many of their friends who for the first time are paying attention and better than that, getting involved. Barack Obama brings a real sense of change for not only the younger generation but for all of us. There are so many ways young people can be involved; they can volunteer, they can donate, they can work for a campaign or a political party and they can vote. The important thing is no matter their level of participation — they are engaged. Barack Obama and Joe Biden bring the change that America is counting on. They can help us chart a new direction as opposed to more of the same with McCain/Palin, John McCain voted with President Bush 90 percent of the time and he and his running mate offer another Bush term — something we don't need. OBAMA/BIDEN I'm delighted Senator Obama has chosen Joe Biden as his running mate. His extensive experience dealing with foreign policy issues is an asset in these complicated times. He will be a great partner for Barack Obama in bringing about the change so desperately needed in our country, and restoring to America our sense of optimism and hope for a brighter future. I am proud to support this incredible team. HILLARY CLINTON I told Senator Clinton when we spoke, before I endorsed Senator Obama — I respect her immensely and if she were the nominee I would do everything in my power to help her. Like I told her back in January, Barack Obama is the right leader who brings the change we need at the right time. Mary Jo Harvey What Hillary's candidacy has done is pave the way for those who will follow. This is a historic time that we should all be proud of. We've seen our first serious African American, female and Hispanic candidates for president during this election. I dealt with it was to immediately have my staff push back and make sure it was handled differently and more appropriately the next time. MEDIA AND WOMEN I have been and will continue to be an enthusiastic advocate for Barack and I will do whatever I can to help him become the next President of the United States. Right now, I'm focused on the best job I've ever had... Governor of this great state of Kansas — which would improve immensely with a true partner in the White House. I find it most beneficial when the media focuses on the job a person does — not what color their suit is, or commenting on their hairstyle or nail polish choice. It seems there have been examples of this with female candidates — in my first run for governor for example. The way Nora Simon and Nick Ratlift Hurst Diamonds... The right candidate when making your decision. Since 1908 Hurst FINE DIAMONDS SINCE 1908 785-749-5552 3140 Iowa St. Suite 109 • www.hurstdiamonds.com Hurst Diamonds... Hurst FINE DIAMONDS SINCE 1908 --- --- THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN ELECTION 2008 9C Evaluating presidential platforms Obama and McCain differ on three major points during campaign BY FRANCESCA CHAM- BERS fchambers@kansan.com Too many issues, so little time. Students who still have not decided who they will vote for Tuesday can decrease mental anguish by evaluating John McCain and Barack Obama based on the three Es of the 2008 presidential election for students. EDUCATION John McCain proposes that the federal government and the individual states expand the number and dollar amount of loans they are offering to college students. The aim of McCain's plan is to ensure that students who attend college are able to stay in college, even if their private loans are not renewed for the following school year because of the global financial crisis. He also plans to reform federal laws regulating private lenders to better protect students from predator lenders. McCain will encourage other college-aged students who are not currently enrolled at a higher education institution to seek enrollment by offering them enough money in federal loans to cover the price of in-state tuition in their respective states. Lastly, McCain plans to reform FASFA so college students and their parents have better access to loans and grants and knowledge about the financial aid process overall. McCain plans to fund these initiatives by eliminating earmarks and simplifying the higher education tax benefit process so more families understand how they can claim and obtain them. Christian Morgan, executive director of the Kansas Republican Party, said the key to understanding McCain's proposed education policies was realizing that eliminating earmarks and reducing deficit spending increased the amount of money the government had at its disposal to spend on higher education. "He's not going to give away the farm like Barack Obama is for everyone in college," Morgan said. "When you reform the overall system, you will find certain cost savings that can be applied to that." Barack Obama will allow most college students to exchange 100 hours of community service for the first $4,000 of tuition costs. Obama's Web site does not explain which students would be ineligible for this tax credit. Obama's higher education plan is also meant to provide a means for students who are financially unable to attend college to afford the first year of their schooling. According to Obama's Web site $4,000 is enough to cover the cost of the first year at an in-state community college and two-thirds of a year at most state colleges. "I think it's a good start, but it's rather vague," said Jonathan Earle, associate director for programming at the Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics. Allan Cigler, professor of political science, said Obama's education plan was not meant to be a fix-all. "The aim isn't to pay you for doing that," he said of the community service. "The aim is to make students feel they have a stake in the system . . . I don't think anybody is going to do that stuff for the money itself." Obama also plans to get rid of FASFA entirely. Obama plans to amend tax-filing forms so that families need only to mark a box to authorize their tax information to be used when obtaining student loans. Earle said he thought McCain had given up on trying to win college-aged voters, which is why McCain's higher education program was not as helpful to college students as Obama's. "I wouldn't say that's because John McCain doesn't care," Earle said. "You have to divide you resources evenly. He's not counting on you guys to vote for him in large numbers – it's a political calculation." Cigler said students should not expect too many educational incentives from either candidate when it comes down to it. "I would think the main challenge for college students in affordability and given the resources the country has right now, I wouldn't think it's a high priority," Cigler said. ECONOMY John McCain will cut corporate taxes from 35 to 25 percent to encourage American business to stay in the United States instead of relocating overseas to countries with lower tax rates. If all goes according to McCain's plans, the tax cut will pay for itself because fewer businesses will relocate and thus more tax revenue will be brought in by big businesses overall. This will supposedly create more job opportunities for Americans as well. Even though McCain's plan does not directly affect certain groups of Americans, such as college students, he thinks that a more stable economy will help all Americans obtain and retain jobs. "He believes, rightly so, that when you keep taxes low, companies are able to build more and better-paying jobs, and isn't that why kids go to school these days?" said Christian Morgan, executive director of the Kansas Republican Party. "You can go to college and learn all you want, but its nearly pointless if you can't get a job afterwards." McCain also plans to revitalize the unemployment system, changing its primary focus from financial support to retraining and reemploying people without jobs. Obama's most commonly known economic plan is to cut taxes for 95 percent of Americans who make less than $250,000 a year. Obama will continue to push for passage of the Patriot Employer Act of 2007, which he cosponsored, as well. The act will give companies tax credits for increasing the number of Americans working for the company relative to the number of employees working overseas, paying decent wages and maintaining their corporate headquarters in the U.S., among other positive business practices. Jonathan Earle, associate director for programming at the Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics, said he thought Obama's economic plan would help students more than McCain's would because McCain's plan hinged on job creation, not direct economic relief. "I actually don't think it works as smoothly as that," Earle said. "I don't know any college students, not a single one, that makes more than $250,000." Obama will also stop giving businesses whose headquarters are overseas tax reductions, he states will save taxpayers billions of dollars. Obama also plans to raise the minimum wage and the Earned Income Tax Credit, Obama's Web site states that he plans to adjust the tax credit to inflation and the realistic cost of living. He also plans to double funding for Manufacturing Extension Program, which works to improve the efficiency, technology and growth of manufacturers in the U.S. According to Obama's Web site, the program helped create and protect more than 50,000 jobs in 2006. "I think what everybody has to decide is which of these two men can handle this economic crisis — And there, you're making a guess." Cigler said. "It's going to be hard for either candidate to put tax incentives and other initiatives into place." Jonathan Earle, associate director for programming at the Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics, said the importance of becoming independent from foreign oil was clear the United States. ENERGY "You hear the chant at the rallies 'drill, baby drill.' There is a real desire even among the younger generation to do something here at home and to become more energy independent," he said. McCain believes in exploring and exhausting all alternative fuel options before settling on only one. McCain's plan to drill in Alaska for oil is often misinterpreted as his only plan to reduce the United States' dependency on foreign oil. "The price of oil has plummeted because the oil speculators notice that there is a strong thirst for domestic drilling." Christian Morgan, executive director of the Kansas Republican Party said, but then added, "You can't just limit yourself and refuse to look at all options. All options have to be on the table to bring energy independence to the U.S." McCain projects that other nations with nuclear power, such as North Korea, are not going to discontinue using nuclear power to produce energy, so he argues that the U.S. should begin using nuclear energy as well. McCain hopes to begin the creation of 45 nuclear power plants with a 2030 construction deadline, and create 100 new plants in the U.S. altogether. McCain indicates that not only will this plan push the U.S. towards energy independence — it will create about 700,000 new jobs. McCain also posits that his clean coal inactivate will create 30,000 new jobs. As far as coal is concerned, McCain's Web site states that the government would invest $2 billion a year in clean coal research. The investment would play for itself because the U.S. could sell its model to other countries. His plan for renewable energy is not as detailed. McCain said he would give homeowners whouti- lized wind, hydro and solar power tax credits; however he does not say how much said credits would be and whether they would be enough to cover the installation costs of this technology. McCain's administration would offer a $300 million prize to the first company that can create battery technology for the commercial use of cars that would power fully electric automobiles and plug-in hybrids. According to McCain's Web site battery-powered cars would cost individuals 30 percent less to run than gas-powered cars at current prices. McCain also supports the creation of alternative gasoline sources and fuel flex vehicles, which can run on gasoline in addition to other fuels. He has also proposed a reduction on tariffs on these materials so we can use them to produce fuel. Obama also supports the creation of Plug-in hybrid cars. His goal is to have a million electric powered cars in use by 2015. Additionally, Obama will give individuals a $7,000 tax credit for purchasing advanced technology vehicles; however, his Web site does not define the conditions of this credit. He will also require that 10 percent of electricity be powered by renewable energy by 2012 and 25 percent by 2025. Obama has not said how much money he would refund to tax payers for using renewable energy either. Earle said he was leery of both candidates' energy plans because neither candidate had outlined their proposed policies in full detail. "I don't know if I oppose [nuclear power] so much, but what makes me nervous is what you do the nuclear waste product. No one that I know has come up with a great, safe way to dispose of nuclear waste," Earle said of McCain's plan. But on the other hand he said of Obama's plan, "Right now I'd love to put solar panels on my house and get heat for free, but those cells are really expensive." Obama will force oil companies to develop what he estimates to be $68 million acres of already leased but undrilled on land, or return the land. Obama supports the creation of clean coal technology as well, but he favors a cap-and-trade system, which he projects will reduce carbon emissions by 80 percent by 2050. The system would set the amount of carbon emissions each company can release. The catch is that companies who use less than the mandated emissions cap could sell their remaining credits to other companies, encouraging companies to reduce the amount of emissions they use to both save and gain money. CONCLUSION Gigler said that in the end, students needed to decide which candidate to vote for based on their individual characteristics, not the issues. "What we should look at is something about how these people would react in a crisis situation," he said. "Would they fall back not on their ideology, but their character?" Cigler said concerns about McCain included his lack of energy and impulsive decisions, but Obama could be seen as too slow to respond and he has no real executive experience. Earle said the philosophical differences between the candidates should be apparent to potential voters at this point in the election process. "We really do have a choice between two very different candidates, with two very different temperaments," he said. Edited by Tara Smith 711 W. 23 St. #19 Locked in the Main Mall shopping Center 785-865-2323 WWW.WHEATSTATEPIZZA.com M-Wifi 11 p.m. & Sun & Tim 1 a.m. Fr& Sat 11 a.m. MARRET STAINS PIZZA The Great Hall of the University of Bologna. VOTER APPRECIATION $2.99 10" 1-Topping November 3rd & 4th ONLY When you tell us you voted Dine-in or Carry Out Only **ELECTION CITY** The only thing holding your voice back is you Jayhawk Journalists are being heard everyday all over the country. Make sure your voice is heard in tomorrow's election! KU WILLIAM ALLEN WHITE SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM & MASS COMMUNICATIONS The University of Kansas you I believe in FREE RENT! FREE WIRELESS! FREE FITNESS CENTER! I stand for FREE DVD RENTAL! FREE TANNING! 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"Rally" 10. "November 4th" 11. "Sarah Palin" 12. "Middle East" KANSAS Myer Holmes Overland Park, fresh- man. 1. "Alaska" 2. "Maverick" 3. "Rainbow" 4. "War" 5. "Democrat" 6. "Delaware" 7. "Camel: cigarettes" 8. "Obama" 9. "America" 10. "November 4th" 11. "An angry dog" 12. "Saddam" KENNEDY 08 NASA Chase Reed Chanute, Kansas freshman graduate 1. "Ditzy" 2. "Grouchy" 3. "Cool" 4. "Bad" 5. "Cool" 6. "36- years expen- enced" 7. "Fat" 8. "Obama" 9. "America" 10. "Good" 11. "Mean" 12. "Islamic" Nick Laskares Springhill, Kansas junior 1. "Idiot" 2. "Old, but he knows what he's doing." 3. "It's fine by me." 4. "Was necessary at one time, but not anymore." 5. "Change" 6. "Experienced" 7. "Stereotype" 8. "Good slogan." 9. "Home" 10. "Privilege" 11. "Dog" 12. "It's a name." 10.54 Zac Coom REPUBLICANS: Winfield, Kansas junior 1. "She's okay." 2. "I like him." 3. "No comment." 4. "No comment." 5. "Don't like him." 6. "Don't like him." 7. "Don't know nothing about him." 8. "Sure." 9. "Good." 10. "You should." 11. "Don't know." 12. "Should be going." M& CK Aric Schultz 1. "Maverick" 2. "Big cheeks." 3. "It's alright." 4. "Um, lets get out." 5. "Hope." 6. "Jayhawks." 7. "Joe the plumber." 8. "Yes, we will!" 9. "All the way" 10. "Everyone should do it." 11. "Lipstick." 12. "Hole in the ground." V Hannah Holtorf Hannah Hollott Overland Park freshman 1. "Nice." 2. "Strong." 3. "Different." 4. "Scary." 5. "Good speaker." 6. "I guess he's nice, don't know." 7. "Interesting. 8. "Patriotic." 9. "Awesome!" 10. "Everyone should" 11. "Not nice." 12. "Scary" 100 Emily Walther St. Louis junior 1. "Maverick." 2. "Old." 3. "I'm in favor of it!" 4. "We're doing okay over there." 5. "I don't like him." 6. "Also old." 7. "Sarah Palin." 8. "Sure" 9. "It's a great country." 10. "Everyone should do it." 11. "I don't like those dogs." 12. "Saddam." OBAMA BIDEN Chance Dibben/KANSAN McCAIN PALIN WWW.JOHNMcCAIN.COM Pass for by Kamala for McCain Chance Dibben/KANSAN "The Role and Responsibility of the Multi-National Corporation" Cynthia Carroll 3-4 p.m., Friday, November 14 Spencer Museum of Art Auditorium Reception to follow CEO of Anglo American Oil Cynthia Carroll is the first woman to become chief executive at Anglo American, one of the world's largest independent mining companies. She received her master's degree in geology from KU before going on to earn an MBA at Harvard University. In 2008, Forbes Magazine ranked her 5th in their list of The World's 100 Most Powerful Women. They described Carroll as "a powerhouse in the world of commodities, a sector crucial to the world's economy. And within the corridors of world governments, she is a force to be reckoned with." Co-sponsored by the KU Chancellor's Office. No tickets are required. No tuckets are required This event is free and open to the public. www.hallcenter.ku.edu • 785-864-4798 KU HALL CENTER FOR THE HUMANITIES The University of Kansas Chance Dibben/KANSAN OBAMA BARACK OBAMA OBAMA BIDEN OBAMA OBAMA OBAMA OBAMA RECALLS OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT What's Next? 0 Kansas Basketball Schedule Coming Tuesday Nov. 4th Features the Dates, Times and Locations For the 2008-2009 Men's Season Presented by THE UNIVERSITY Presented by: THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN 1 1 1 [Picture] VOTE TODAY FOR ELECTION UPDATES, CHECK KANSAN.COM TONIGHT THE STUDENT VOICE SINCE 1904 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN of it" okay im." oun- ould whose SELECT FROM KANSAN TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4,2008 KANSAN ELECTION 2008 Students reveal voting motives BY HALEY JONES hjones@kansan.com Lauren Patti, Roeland Park junior, inferred for U.S. Rep. Dennis Moore's (D-Kan.) office in Washington, D.C., last summer. She said students cared less about political affiliations and more about the issues each candidate put forth. She said Washington, D.C., politics had taken their toll on students. "I honestly think in this election students are looking for someone who isn't playing the same old game — saying one thing and doing another when they get to office," Patti said. "They're looking for someone who will represent them no matter what." When students enter the voting booth today and decide whom to vote for, their personal political affiliations, perceptions of candidates and the negative campaign ads they've seen are likely to flood their thoughts. But some KU students disagree about which of those will affect students' votes the most. Both parties have addressed popular topics, such as the economy, energy independence, health care and the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Patti, who described herself as leaning liberal, said these issues would be at the forefront of many students' minds. She said she and many other students hoped the outcome SEE VOTING ON PAGE 3A ENVIRONMENT WWW.KANSAN.COM Lecture to explain honeybee importance FULL STORY PAGE 6A Insect ecologist Orley "Chip" Taylor will give a lecture on honeybees and pollinators Wednesday. He'll discuss the importance of their roles in our food supplies and ecosystem. Camping groups start Wednesday VOLUME 120 ISSUE 54 MEN'S BASKETBALL Tonight's season-opening basketball game offers students the opportunity to continue the tradition of camping out for seats. Students join camping groups and must be present from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m. each day to hold their place in line. FULL STORY PAGE 6A Jessica Sain-Baird/KANSAN 'Make it work' @KANSAN.COM Jessica Sain Baidt/KANS Bonnie Croisant, Humboldt senior, prepares fabric to use on a dress for the Student Union Activities Project Runway competition. For the second year in a row, she is one of five finalists in the competition. She has been preparing for weeks for the finals, which will be on Nov. 11. Watch an interview with Croisant and a slideshow of her experience in the preliminary round at Kansan.com/videos. POLITICS GEORGE WASHINGTON ABRAHAM LINCOLN A. LINCOLN FRANKLIN DELANO ROOSEVELT HENRY HAWKINS TEDDY ROOSEVELT TEDDY ROOSEVELT Illustrations by Cat Coquillette Pick your president Today's election allows you to be a part of American history. Experts weigh in on what they think makes a good president. Consider these qualities when you vote. WHO WERE THE BEST PRESIDENTS? Donald Haider-Markel Professor and acting chair of the department of political science 1. George Washington 2. Andrew Jackson 3. Abraham Lincoln 4. Franklin Delano Roosevelt WHAT MAKES A GREAT PRESIDENT? - Ability to establish precedents in office in areas such as foreign policy, the limits of presidential power and the use of the media Jennifer Weber Assistant professor of history - Leadership in times of national crises, such as a wars or economic hardship 1. Abraham Lincoln 2. George Washington 3. Franklin Delano Roosevelt 4. Teddy Roosevelt - Vision. An idea for what needs to be done and the capacity to fill that · Determination · Ability to communicate · Ability to inspire Diana Carlin Professor of communication studies 1. Abraham Lincoln 2. Frankin Delano Roosevelt 3. George Washington 4. Thomas Jefferson/Ronald Reagan Burdett Loomis Professor of political science - Good communication skills 1. George Washington 2. Abraham Lincoln 3. Franklin Delano Roosevelt 4. Teddy Roosevelt - Good communication skills · Ability to articulate a vision and give people hope · Surrounding themselves with good people who can provide contrary opinions · Knowing their own limitations and the limitations of the federal government - Having an active and positive personality - Possessing a combination of thoughtfulness and cool - A sense of humor - Intellectual curiosity index Classifieds...4B Crossword...4A Horoscopes...4A Mary Sorrick Opinion ... 5A Sports ... 1B Sudoku ... 4A All contents, unless stated otherwise, © 2008 The University Daily Kansan TOM HENRY ASSOCIATED PRESS SEN. OBAMA'S GRANDMA DIES Barack Obama's grandmother, 86, died Sunday from complications of cancer. OBITUARY | 3A weather TODAY THE BOOK OF THE WORLD 72 56 Mostly sunny Mostly sunny 70 49 18 WEDNESDAY Thunderstorms THURSDAY 56 38 Mostly sunny weather.com 2A --- NEWS THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS quote of the day "Do you ever get the feeling that the only reason we have elections is to find out if the polls were right?" Robert Orben fact of the day The final Gallup 2008 pre-election poll shows Barack Obama with a $53% to 42% advantage over John McCain among likely voters. When undecided voters are allocated proportionately to the two candidates to better approximate the actual vote, the estimate becomes 55% for Obama to 44% for McCain. www.gallup.com on the record The KU Public Safety Office reported that: Someone threw a smokers' outpost at a screen door in K.K. Amira Scholarship Hall, incurring $20 in damage. In Hashinger Hall, an individual was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia after a marijuana pipe was discovered. In Ellsworth Hall, an alleged assailant was charged with battery after punching someone. Two citations were issued when one individual supplied another with a fake driver's license in order to enter Corbin Hall. An unknown suspect jumped on the roof of a vehicle parked on the KU campus, incurring $1,500 in damage. The University Daily Kansan is the student newspaper of the University of Kansas. The first copy is paid through the student activity fee. Additional copies of The Kansan are 25 cents. Subscriptions can be purchased at the Kansan business office, 119 Stauffer-Flint Hall, 1435 Jayhawk Blvd., Lawrence, KS 66045. et cetera The University Daily Kansan (ISSN 0746-4967) is published daily during the school year except Saturday, Sunday, fall break, spring break and exams. Weekly during the summer session excluding holidays. Periodical postage is paid in Lawrence, KS 65044. Annual subscriptions by mail are $120 plus tax. Student subscriptions are paid through the student activity fee. Postmaster: Send address changes to The University Daily Kansan, 119 Stauffer-Flint Hall, 1435 Jayhawk Blvd., Lawrence, KS 66045 media partners KUJH For more news, go to KUJH- Sunflower Broadband Channel 31 in Lawrence. The student-produced news airs at 5:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m., 9:30 p.m, and 11:30 p.m, every Monday through Friday. Also, check KUJH online at tv.Ku.edu. KJHK is the student voice in radio. Each day there is an event that talk shows and other content made for students, by students, at Wheaton Rock'n'roll or reggae, sports or special events, KJHK 90.7 is for you. 90.7 kjh4 Good things come to those who wait MURPHY Tyler Cammack, Lenexa senior, and Nick Frisby, graduate student, wait in line to vote Monday morning at the Douglas County Courthouse in downtown Lawrence. The two said they had been waiting in line for about 25 minutes. "I've been waiting for this for months," said Cammack, 21, who wasn't old enough to vote in the 2004 presidential election by two months. Early voting in Douglas County closed on Monday. General voting is today from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. to do douglascountyelections.com to find your polling place. POLITICS How fair is the news? Rep. and Dem. student leaders point out media bias BY SAMANTHA FOSTER editor@kansan.com As leaders of political organizations at the University, Jesse Vaughn and Andrew Toth have formed concrete opinions about the media's coverage of the 2008 presidential campaign. Concerns about media bias have attracted a lot of attention this year. Vaughn, president of KU College Republicans, said he noticed the media's bias after the first when MSNBC gave grades for the candidates. "They gave Obama a 'B' for brilliant and McCain a 'D' for dunce, Vaughn said. "That's ridiculous." Vaughn said the media had their own agenda, and that he thought virtually every media outlet was liberal. He said he preferred to listen to talk radio, which he said was more open-minded and provided an escape from liberal media. Vaughn said he didn't want the media to cover each candidate equally; he wanted them to cover the news. "There are so many times when the media ask specific questions to Republican candidates and not the Democrats," Vaughn said, "I wish the media would be more fair." Toth, president of KU Young Democrats, said he thought that the media should seek out middle ground between liberal and conservative extremes. "The media tend to exacerbate situations that aren't significant." Toth said. "That plays a big role in short-term perceptions of the candidates." Toth said the media put issues such as Darfur, Pakistan and the war in Iraq on hold to spend more time covering trivial gaffes. He cited the example of Gov. Sarah Palin's joke about being able to see Russia from her house. "No one should be judged by a seven-word sentence." Toth said. Another problem that Toth sees in media coverage is that it operates 24/7. He said it was a distraction for media consumers to have limitless amounts of information thrown "You have to sift through it," Toth said. "There's a lot of junk mixed in with the facts. But it's also hard to find out the real facts... you have to look at multiple perspectives to find out what's really going on." David Perlmutter, professor of journalism, said he agreed with Toth's analysis. The amount of information available to consumers through Internet sites, such as Twitter, YouTube and Facebook, he said, has made the concept of media more complicated. Perlmutter said the responsibility has become greater for us to put some energy and intelligence into sifting through information to find useful material. He said he told his students to examine themselves and realize what their biases were. at them. "We have a tendency when something confirms our beliefs to be lazier in confirming it." Perlmutter said. "When you sense bias, you should work harder against it." — Edited by Andy Greenhaw STATE More Kansans opt to use advance voting this year TOPEKA — Kansas set a record this year for the number of people casting advance ballots. The secretary of state's office said 283,294 people either voted in person or nailed in advance ballots as of Monday morning. That compares with the previous record of 245,680 set in 2004. Advance voting started in 1996. Secretary of State Ron Thornburgh said Friday that he expects a record turnout at the polls on Tuesday of 1.36 million voters, or about 78 percent of those who are registered. NATIONAL AIG execs convicted of conspiracy, mail fraud NEW HAVEN, Conn. — Five former executives tied to American International Group Inc. face up to life in prison under a financial manipulation scheme. The potential lengthy prison terms are the result of a federal judge's ruling that AIG shareholders lost more than $500 million under the scheme. The former executives were convicted of conspiracy, securities fraud, mail fraud and making false statements. Associated Press What do you think? BY ALEXANDRA ESPOSITO JESSIE JORGENSEN Cheryl WHAT ARE YOUR EXPECTATIONS FOR THE ELECTION? Kansas City freshman "I think Obama will probably win, even though I am voting for McCain. There will definitely be a good turnout at the polls this year" Overland Park freshman "I think everyone will be talking about the election tomorrow, because it's a big deal, and the outcome will change a lot. I'm not voting because I didn't register in time, but it will be fun to watch what happens" MEGHAN PARK Diane Columbus, Ohio, sophomore "The nature of this election is historical, and I'm just excited to be a part of it. I feel privileged to be able to vote at such a time. I'm voting for McCain because I want democracy and the privileges our government gives us to Iraq and other countries." KYLE MANSOOR TINA WOOD Wichita senior "I'm really excited. A lot of my friends are having election parties and gearing up for the election. We're hoping for Obama. I'm expecting a huge turnout at the polls. I plan on getting there at 7 a.m., because the lines are going to be very long, which is a good thing. But I wish I had voted early." KU Libraries Book Sale will begin at 9 a.m. on the main floor of Watson Library. The brownbag lecture "Not Just the National: Modernity and identity in the Cities of East Central Europe" will begin at noon in 318 Bailey Hall. The workshop "Supervisory Training for Excellence in Performance" will begin at 9 a.m. in 204 JRP Hall. The University Senate Executive Committee Meeting will begin at 3:30 p.m. in the Provost Conference Room in Strong Hall. "Persepolis" will be shown as a part of the Tourneys French Film Festival at 7:30 p.m. in Woodruff Auditorium in the Kansas Union. Meet the Producer: Nicholas Bonner ('Crossing the Line') will begin at 4 p.m. in the English Room in the Kansas Union. NATIONAL GM sales down nearly 50 percent in October or DETROIT — General Motors says its October U.S. sales plummeted 45 percent because of weak consumer confidence and tight credit markets. on campus The automaker said Monday that it sold nearly 169,000 vehicles, down from about 307,000 in the same month last year. The man was waving the flag with one hand and holding the handgun in the other when officers arrived at the overpass, police said. Members of a police special weapons and tactics team and a crisis negotiation team used a bullhorn to communicate with the man. After nearly three hours, he put the handgun on the ground, but police did not immediately move in. "The reason appears to be anti-war, but I don't know the specifics". Duarte said. The freeway was shut down in both directions. By midmorning, the California Highway Patrol said traffic was backed up at least three miles in each direction. Motorists stalled on the freeway got out and chatted or waved at media helicopters. Don's Auto: Tips for Better Gas Mileage Car sales fell 34 percent, while light truck sales dropped 51 percent. Authorities did not know the man's identity or exactly what he wanted, said police Sgt. Lorenzo Duarte. Masked man with gun closes busy highway Associated Press 1 SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Police negotiated Monday with a masked man holding a gun and waving an American flag on an overpass, closing a major highway for hours. 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Ryan Lawler, Bolingbrook Ill., senior and community affairs director for the Student Legislative Awareness Board, said although students' political allegiances were likely to play a huge role in this election. students would vote for the candidate they thought would be most effective. gled them to stick to certain ideologies and viewpoints of the party," he said. "The more extreme you get to either side, the more you're expect- Lawler, who voted for U.S. Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.), said many people in his home state of Illinois the time or interest to pay attention to multiple media outlets. "The more extreme you get to either side,the more you're expecting them to stick to certain ideologies and viewpoints of the party." "When you pull information from multiple sources, you get a well-rounded perspective," he said. Although Obama would get his vote, Gray said either candidate would do a fantastic job. He said McCain's years of experience in both the U.S. House and Senate were invaluable. For many others, though, it comes down to the issues they care about and where they think each candidate stands. "When it comes down to it, I just think Obama would do a little bit better," he said. "But it's going to be close." felt allegiance to U.S. Sen. Barack Obama (D-III.). Lawler said either president would do a fine job in the oval office. "Even though I'm not voting for him, I can respect where he's come from or what he's done," he said. Aly Rodee, Wichita senior and RYAN LAWLER SLAB Community Affairs Director Lawler said a divided government, where no single party controlled both Congress and the White House, would produce the best results for the country because it forced parties to compromise. He said although many claimed that Republicans had spun the country out of control, the Democrats were just as out of control as they were in 2000. student senator, said the economy was most important to her because she would be looking for a job after graduation in May. She said she liked McCain's economic policy A plethora of mud-sllinging campaign ads have overwhelmed TV channels for months now. "I'm always in favor of divided government and keeping checks and balances on the government," he said. Michael Gray, Buhler junior, said he thought some students would make decisions with the ads in mind because most didn't have because she trusted his experience and agreed with returning the control of government to the people. "Someone that knows what's going on and can work on both sides with people to get something accomplished is important to me," Rodee said. She said although the economic woes affected everyone who voted, many students would vote for the candidate they could identify with and trust the most. Rodee said she was concerned that negative campaign ads played too large a role in the way students voted. She said McCain's campaign had struggled to emphasize one concept among its many mentions of "maverick" and "country first", but Obama had successfully communicated a singular message of "change." "People relate to that because people want to see change," she said. "But I think it will be close. I'm excited to see the spectacle of it all." Edited by Jennifer Torline 'Cornerstone' of Obama's family dies OBITUARY HERBERT A. SAMPLE ASSOCIATED PRESS HONOLULU — Sen. Barack Obama's grandmother died, Obama announced Monday, one day before the election. Madelyn Payne Dunham was 86. Obama announced the news from the campaign trail in Charlotte, N.C. The joint statement with his sister Maya SoetoroNg said Dunham died peacefully late Sunday night after a battle with cancer. They said: "She was the cornerstone of our family, and a woman of extraordinary accomplishment, strength and humility. She was the person who encouraged and allowed us to take chances." Obama learned of her death Monday morning while campaigning in Jacksonville, Fla. He planned to go ahead with campaign appearances. The family said a private ceremony would be held later. Republican John McCain issued condolences to his opponent. "Our thoughts and prayers go out to them as they remember and celebrate the life of someone who had such a profound impact in their lives," the statement by John and Cindy McCain said. Last month, Obama took a break from campaigning and flew to Hawaii to be with Dunham as her health declined. Outside the apartment building where Dunham died, reporters and TV cameras lined the sidewalk as two police officers were posted near the elevator. Signs hanging in the apartment lobby warned the public to keep out. Obama said the decision to go to Hawaii was easy to make, telling CBS that he "got there too late" when his mother died of ovarian cancer in 1995 at 53, and wanted to make sure "that I don't make the same mistake twice." "So many of us were hoping and praying that his grandmother Longtime family friend Georgia McCauley visited the 10th-floor apartment where Obama had lived with his grandparent. ASSOCIATED PRESS would have the opportunity to witness her grandson become our next president," said state Rep. Marcus Oshiro, an Obama supporter. FOX The Kansas-born Dunham and her husband, Stanley, raised their grandson for several years so he could attend school in Honolulu while their daughter and her second husband lived overseas. Her influence on Obama's manner and the way he viewed the world was substantial, the candidate said at his convention in Denver in August. "She's the one who taught me about hard work," he said. "She's the one who put off buying a new car or a new dress for herself so that I could have a better life. She poured everything she had into me." Barack Obama embraces his grandmother Madelyn Payne Dunham during his 1979 high school graduation in Hawaii with his grandmother. The Illinois senator and Democratic presidential nominee's grandmother died Sunday night in her Hawaii apartment after a battle with cancer. Obama's nickname for his grandmother was "Toot," a version of the Hawaiian word for grandmother, tutu. Many of his speeches describe her working on a bomber assembly line during World War II. Madelyn and Stanley Dunham married in 1940, a few weeks before she graduated from high school. Their daughter, Stanley Ann, was born in 1942. After several moves to and from California, Texas, Washington and Kansas, Stanley Dunham's job landed the family in Hawaii. It was there that Stanley Ann later met and fell in love with Obama's father, a Kenyan named Barack Hussein Obama Sr. They had met in Russian class at the University of Hawaii. Their son was born in August 1961, but the marriage didn't last long. She later married an Indonesian, Lolo Soetoro, another university student she met in Hawaii. Obama moved to Indonesia with his mother and stepfather at age 6. But in 1971, her mother sent him back to Hawaii to live with her parents. He stayed with the Dunhams until he graduated from high school in 1979. After her health took a turn for the worse, her brother said on Oct. 21 that she had already lived long enough to see her "Barry" achieve what shed wanted for him. "I think she thinks she was important in raising a fine young man," Charles Payne, 83, said in a brief telephone interview from his Chicago home. Stanley Dunham died in 1992, while Obama's mother died in 1995. His father is also deceased. When Obama was young, he and his grandmother toured the United States by Greyhour bus, stopping at the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone Park, Disneyland and Chicago, where Obama would years later settle. It was an incident during his teenage years that became one of Obama's most vivid memories of Toot. She had been aggressively panhandled by a man and she wanted her husband to take her to work. When Obama asked why, his grandfather said Madelyn Dunham was bothered because the panhandler was black. The words hit the biracial Obama "like a fist in my stomach," he wrote later. He was sure his grandparents loved him deeply. "And yet," he added, "I knew that men who might easily have been my brothers could still inspire their rawest fears." Obama referred to the incident again when he addressed race in a speech in March during a controversy over his former pastor, the Rev. Jeremiah Wright. "I can no more disown him than I can my white grandmother," he said. Dunham was "a woman who loves me as much as she loves anything in this world but who once confessed her fear of black men who passed her on the street." Madelyn Lee Payne was born to Rolla and Leona Payne in October, 1922, in Peru, Kan., but Ivied much of her childhood in nearby Augusta. She was the oldest of four children, and she loved to read everything from James Hilton's "Lost Horizon" to Agatha Christie's "The Murder of Roger Ackroyd." PAUL DAVIS A LEADER WHO LISTENS KUU State Representative Paul Davis works hard to represent KU interests at the State Capitol. He helped lead the fight for deferred maintenance monies to repair our crumbling classrooms and has been a strong advocate for holding down tuition costs. Paul's work was recognized by the Kansas Citizens for Higher Education, who gave him an "A" for his voting record on issues important to Kansas universities. Lets send Paul back to Topeka to keep fighting for us! PETER W. 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Both the Congolese army and the rebel leader it has been battling assured the convoy's safe passage, said Gloria Fernandez, head of the U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs in eastern Congo. Medical supplies and tablets to purify water were the priority in this shipment, she said, adding that another convoy on Tuesday would be bringing food for some of the 250,000 refugees displaced by fighting in this central African nation. The U.N. Children's agency said 100,000 of those were displaced in the last week alone, and 60 percent of them were children. Fernandez said health clinics north of Goma have been "looted and completely destroyed," leaving the Rutshuru hospital as the only operating medical facility in a region of hundreds of thousands of people. Food, however, was the critical issue for most people. "Everybody is hungry, everybody," said Jean Bizy, 25, a teacher, who watched with envy as the U.N. convoy stopped to deliver a sack of potatoes to U.N. troops in Rugari. Bizy said he has been surviving on wild bananas for days. Rebel leader Laurent Nkunda went on the offensive Aug. 28 and brought his fighters to the edge of Goma last week before declaring a unilateral cease-fire. Meanwhile, the United Nations announced that a Senegalese general who commanded Congo's 17,000-strong U.N. peacekeeping force until October will take charge again following the sudden resignation of his successor. Lt. Gen. Babacar Gaye will serve as commander of the U.N. force for up to six months to give Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon time to find a replacement for Lt. Gen. 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Yesterday's Cryptoquip: FAMOUS MOVIE ABOUT A PERSON WHO ALWAYS LEAPS EXCITEDLY INTO CABS HEADFIRST: "TAXI DIVER." Today's Cryptoquip Clue: T equals N Stewart came to Atlanta to attend Morehouse College, where he graduated in 1996, his label said in an announcement for his promotion in June. He previously worked with the Hitco publishing company, where he signed R&B star Beyonce, and Arista Records, where he signed R&B star Ciara. Christopher Hicks, a friend of 18 years and fellow music executive, last spoke with Stewart about a week ago. "Whatever happened over the past 24 hours is not a testament to who we all know," Hicks told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Sunday. "He was a one-of-a-kind individual. If you looked on his Blackberry (stamp) it said 'One of one.' Def Jam called Stewart "a truly incredible friend and father who was an inspiration to not only our artists and employees, but to his family and the many people who had the privilege of counting him as a friend." 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John is a KU graduate, has taught classes at KU and is the former Co-Director of the KU Center for Community Outreach. He will fight to make sure our faculty and staff salaries are competitive and that we hold the line on tuition increases. John Wilson is the kind of legislator we need fighting for us in Topeka. John WILSON FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE Bringing New Energy to Topeka. Working for You. will are on tor we www.johnwilsonforkansas.com Paid for by John Wilson for Kansas. Julia Gaughan, Treasurer 5A 1234567890 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2008 OPINION THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN vote today DID YOU GET THE MESSAGE? 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Taylor will present the lecture "What's Happening to Our Honey Bees, Bumble Bees and Other Pollinators?" at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the Natural History Museum in Dyce Hall. Professor to discuss the importance of pollinators BY SACHIKO MIYAKAWA smiyakawa@kansan.com Imagine a world with fewer apples, strawberries, peaches and almonds. Orley "Chip" Taylor, professor of ecology, will talk about the possibility of that world in his lecture "What's Happening to Our Honey Bees, Bumble Bees and Other Pollinators?" at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the Natural History Museum in Dyche Hall. "We simply wouldn't have a lot of those crops in good conditions or great abundance if we did not have honeybees," he said. "They are a crucial element to efficient agriculture production." Although Taylor's research focuses on monarch butterflies, he has studied killer bees of South America for 22 years. Taylor said the goal of the lecture was to raise awareness of bees' and other pollinators' roles in humans' food system and ecology. He will focus on honeybees and pollinators used in agriculture and native bees and pollinators that maintain biodiversity. In addition to producing honey, honeybees are used to pollinate crops to produce seeds and fruits. Taylor said the United States was one of the most dependent countries in the world on the use of bees for pollination of crops. Taylor said he would also discuss the reason for the decline in the population of honeybees. He said several factors caused the decline, including management issues of the honeybees industry. He said the number of honeybee colonies was not enough for the amount of pollination needed in the country. As a result, bees were moved to various locations across the country by trucks, and many of them were lost during the transportation. Along with agricultural bees, Taylor will discuss other native bees and pollinators, including beetles and flies, which play important roles in the pollination of native vegetation. He said the diversity of plants and pollinators were interdependent on each other, and if some died then others would too. sity of plants that they pollinate," Taylor said. "In a natural setting, if we don't have that diversity, then the system becomes simplified to the point where, quite frankly, it becomes boring." He said maintaining and restoring habitats of plants would attract pollinators and vice versa. He said it would be important for humans to realize they were also part of the interdependence and responsible for natural habitats. "Everything depends ultimately on the pollinators and the diver- "We have to be aware of all the things we are doing as a species and having impacts on," he said. "The impact on pollinators can be quite significant because if that impact is significantly negative, it comes back to have negative impacts on us." Jen Humphrey, communication director of the museum, said that the University had a long tradition in studying bees and that the audience should enjoy Taylor's lecture. She also said the live bee bives were one of the most popular exhibitions at the natural museum. — Edited by Becka Cremer MEN'S BASKETBALL JOIN THE BEST. We don’t appreciate laziness. In fact, we can’t stand it. The Kansan Advertising Staff is now hiring for the spring semester. We’re looking to hire the most driven students at KU for positions in advertising sales or design. Be a part of the best college advertising staff in the nation*, where the result of your hard work is success in the real world. Interested? Informational meetings will be held in mid November. (Date to be announced) Watch in the paper for more information. Attendance required to apply. Questions? Call 864-4358 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN ADVERTISING STAFF *Best Advertising Student Staff of the Year 2007 & 2008 Judged by College Newspaper Business and Advertising Managers, Inc. How to organize a camping group BY B.J. RAINS rains@kansan.com Tonight's men's basketball exhibition game against Washburn at 7 p.m. is the first opportunity for students to camp out in the halls of Allen Fieldhouse for the best seats in the student section. The camping group "Phog Phanatics" started a Facebook group to help new camping groups understand camping procedures. "I think it is a fair way for students to get better seats if they are dedicated enough to camp" said Doug Tetreault, Herndon, Va., senior and a member of the camping group "Markieff Morris' Sharpshooters." "I've been camping for a few years now, and there have been some changes here and there, but nothing drastic." The only change to the camping process will be the door that students use to enter the fieldhouse. Because of construction, students must enter the door that says "Kansas Athletics Receiving" at the northeast corner of the fieldhouse. Wednesday morning. The camping process begins the morning after the previous game. Students form groups with up to 30 students. The group is given a draw for each five members present at the fieldhouse for the 6 a.m. lottery. After the group order has been established, group names are posted on the door near where students camp at the north end of the fieldhouse. Groups that miss the lottery can list their name at the bottom of the list and begin camping any time leading up to three hours before tipoff on game day. the camping system. Updated for upcoming games and ticket distributions will also be posted. To help with the problems, Walstrom, a member of the longstanding camping group "Phog Phanatics" that has been around since 1996, created a Facebook group to try to help freshmen and those not familiar with the rules. The group "KU Men's Basketball Camping HO" will allow students to post ideas for ways to improve Each camping group must have one person camping from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. each weeknight and from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m. on weekends. If a student "calls roll", groups go down the list and take each group's attendance. Any group not present is crossed off the list and must start from the bottom if they wish to start camping again for that game. The first lottery happens "The problem we had last year was people would call roll call at 9:45 and wouldn't say 'final roll call,'" Walstrom said. "But since it was close to the end, people would assume it was the last one of the night and leave. Then they would call another one at 10 and get groups crossed off. We had a big problem with that last year." "Sometimes they will only call roll at 6 a.m. when we start and at 10 p.m. when we're done," Tetreault said. "Sometimes they will call them like every hour. It just depends. There are usually more roll calls for bigger games because people try to knock off other groups." Some schools, such as Duke, force campers to camp outside in tents 24 hours a day. The decision was made years ago for KU students to camp inside and to suspend the camping at 10 p.m. for safety reasons and because the building has wireless Internet available for campers. The random roll call can create problems. Dru Walstrom, Kansas City, Mo., senior, said random time for roll calls could confuse campers and often caused them to leave early and get sent to the end of the line. "I think the amount of camping groups would decline if camping were outside," Tetrault said. "I'm not saying that the fans here aren't as hardcore, but Duke is in North Carolina, and it's a different climate compared to here. Plus, being inside is good for the students because it allows us to get things done while we are camping." "Anybody that wants to camp or wants information about camping can go there and get it." Walstrom said. "We can send out messages as far as when the lottery is and just getting the rules out there so everybody knows what they are so we have less problems with groups getting crossed out and stuff." On average, 25 groups attend the 6 a.m. lottery, but far more groups are signed up by game time, Walstrom said. Regardless of how many groups are signed up, they all enter the fieldhouse before the regular student line is admitted. As many as 15 students per group are allowed to enter through the camping line, and each member is allowed to each save a seat for 15 other members of their group who have to enter through, the regular line. Edited by Lauren Keith NATIONAL Steve Fossett's remains identified in California MADERA. Calif. — Authorities said Monday they have positively identified some of Steve Fossett's remains: two large bones found a half-mile from where the adventurer's plane crashed in California's Sierra Nevada. Madera County Sheriff John Anderson said DNA tests positively identified the bones as the remains of the millionaire aviator who disappeared last year. Fossett's widow, Peggy Fossett, released a statement thanking authorities for their work. "I am hopeful that the DNA identification puts a definitive end to all of the speculation surrounding Steve's death. This has been an incredibly difficult time for me, and I am thankful to everyone who helped bring closure to this tragedy," she said. Anderson has declined to say what bones were found, saying he didn't want to cause the family further anquish. The bones were discovered last week, along with Fossett's tennis shoes and driver's license, which had animal bite marks on them. Fossett disappeared in September 2007 after taking off from a Nevada ranch owned by hotel magnate Barron Hilton for what was supposed to be a short pleasure flight. Law enforcement, fellow aviators and others launched a costly search that covered 20,000 square miles but turned up empty. Associated Press marci francisco 2nd district·kansas senate Marci Francisco got an A on her report card from the Citizens for Higher Education. She's earned your vote! www.marciforsenate.com Paid for by Marci for Senate Sally Hayden, Treasurer marci francisco 2nd district • kansas senate Marci Francisco got an A on her report card from the Citizens for Higher Education. She’s earned your vote! www.marciforsenate.com Paid for by Marci for Senate Sally Hayden, Treasurer Experience the Fine Taste of Wine $25 Per person Wine Night Tonight [6:30pm First Tues. of Every Month] [the jayhawker] TEN THE ELDRIDGE 701 Massachusetts Street 749-1005 www.eldrigehotel.com Susan H. 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KANSAS 4 Carlyle KANSAN FILE PHOTOS Self fills starting lineup with veterans for Kansas' first exhibition PAGE 1B BY CASE KEEFER ckeefer@kansan.com Bill Self can be a creative coach. He isn't afraid to tell his team to play faster if the situation calls for it. He'll play with a smaller lineup if his team is struggling. And when he's facing the problem of deciding who to start in an exhibition game, he solves it in an unconventional fashion. "We've got two starters right now," Self said Friday. "They tell me you've got to actually start five." At the end of last week, Self realized junior guard Sherron Collins and sophomore center Cole Aldrich were the only players who deserved to start in tonight's game against Washburn. Instead of toying with the traditional number of players on the court to start a game, Self decided to reward his veterans. On his "Hawk talk" radio show Monday night, Self announced that senior center Matt Kleinmann and sophomore guards Tyrel Reed and Brady Morningstar would join Collins and Aldrich as the starters. Sophomore guard Conner Teahan will come off of the bench to join them early in the game. For Self, its a strategy that makes sense. The move will deflect attention away from the starting lineup. Self didn't think the scrutiny was necessary in the first place. "To me, that's not really important," self said. "That hasn't been our goal at all to determine who the starters will be for the exhibition games. Were just trying to get better and look at different combinations." Now, Self will be able to analyze those combinations with the regular season in mind. What does his decision to start the veterans mean beyond a reward? Not much. Stash it away and mark it as inconclusive evidence. Self has offered other hints, however, about the content of his starting lineup for the regular season. The situation isn't quite as murky in the frontcourt as it is in the backcourt. Kansas has four big men on scholarship — Aldrich, the Morris twins and freshman Quintrell Thomas — who will likely rotate in and out of the game. "We'll probably end up starting three newcomers and two of them will be freshmen." Self said at Big 12 Media Day in Oklahoma City. "Maybe three." The logjam occurs with the guard rotation. The Jayhawks have seven guards on scholarship — Collins, Taylor, Reed, Little, Morningstar, Releford and junior Tyrone Appleton — and Self insists sophomore walk-on Conner Teahan is in the mix for playing time as well. But Self isn't going to play eight different guards during the regular season. He said five players would contribute most of the minutes. A sixth might get in for a couple minutes every game. "You can make a strong case that there are four guys fighting for two spots for playing time," Self said at Big 12 Media Day. "I do think the competition is very good. They don't want to have bad days — that's for sure." Of course, Self did not specify which four players he had in mind. Collins said the competition for rotation spots had made practices intense. Collins said he would try to keep guys who aren't playing as much from getting frustrated. Morningstar doesn't think that will happen anywav. "I think a lot of these guys know if they come in and work hard, the rest will all do itself." Morningstar said. "Regardless if you're playing or not, it's still a team." And it's still a team with a lot of uncertainty surrounding who will play beyond tonight's game against Washburn. Edited by Mary Sorrick SOCCER Coach suspects an All-American in his ranks again Sophomore defender Lauren Jackson has quickly climbed the ladder since last year 12 TEXAS A&M 7 BY ANDREW WIEBE awiebe@kansan.com Coach Mark Francis had a hunch He saw how explosive sophomore defender Lauren Jackson's speed was, even with limited playing time as a freshman. With an offseason of strength and conditioning training under her belt, Francis undersed if Jackson's 40 yard dash time could stack up against forrner Kansas All Americans, such as Caroline Smith and Holly Gault. "I remember looking at it in preseason because I was just curious to see it compared to the other guys of previous years," Francis said. "Her 40 time was the fastest of Ryan McGeeney/KANSAN FILE PHOTO One year after playing in 13 games as a freshman, including five starts, Jackson still isn't comfortable talking about her game-changing speed or her rapid growth as a player, but the statistics say what she won't. Sophomore defender Lauren Jackson charges up alongside dexas A&M's Rachel Shipley during a game in October. Coach Mark Francis said Jackson could be an All-American before she leaves the University in two years. Jackson is third on the team with 1,508 minutes played with 18 starts in 18 games played. She has locked down the start- are going to catch her." Jackson said she didn't remember what time she ran (it's 4.86 seconds), and she insisted she wasn't sure whether she was even the fastest player on the team. But her teammates know the truth. They see jackson blow by people every day in practice. "She just doesn't know how good she is. I think it's kind of growing on her with maturity." anyone who has ever played here." "I think the first few steps Kim (Boyer) can keep up with her," junior defender Estelle Johnson said. "But after she gets going five or six steps, there is no way you ESTELLE JOHNSON Junior defender ing right back spot in Francis' backline and also added a goal and two assists to quadruple her point total from last season. "First and foremost, she is improving as a defender," Francis said. "I don't think there is going to be anybody that matches up with her that is going to beat her because of their speed." Andalthough there have been the occasional reminders that Jackson is still learning her trade, Francis said she continued to improve tactically and technically as she Jackson has also begun using her speed to turn her defense into instant offense becomes more comfortable with her role. It doesn't hurt that her speed allowed her to take chances the average player couldn't get away with. After attempting zero shots in 67 minutes on the field as a freshman, Jackson pulled the trigger nine times this season, contributing her first career goal against Missouri State and creating opportunities through her passing. on the counter attack, giving Kansas an additional attacking option down the right flank. It's a dimension her game lacked last season as the coaching staff struggled to instill an attacking mentality in the young defender. Jackson said that she had become comfortable carrying the ball into the attacking third but that she hadn't quite mastered bypass teammates for her own shot when the opportunity presented itself. "I just feel like once I get to certain part of the field, I can't go any further, and I have to go back to my position," she said, laughing as she attempted to explain why she always seemed to look for the pass first regardless of the situation. Francis said much of Jackson's improvement came from a more mature attitude toward individual fitness and game preparation. Considering that she has two more years to improve and develop, Francis said Jackson could add to Kansas' list of All-Americans before she left Lawrence. COMMENTARY The final ingredient seems to be gaining the same confidence in her own abilities that her teammates and coaches already have. Edited by Lauren Keith "She just doesn't know how good she is," Johnson said. "I think it's kind of growing on her with maturity. She doesn't give herself enough credit for how good a defender and how big a part of the team she is." Students should go check out KU vs. CU volleyball BY ALEX DUFEK adufek@kansan.com The building fills to the brim with dedicated fans every game, excited to see another action-packed match. They come to watch diving bodies hit the ground and fluid ball movements from player to player that result in perfect execution. You might think I'm talking about Kansas football pulling a complete 180 against Kansas State on Saturday, women's basketball cruising by Fort Hays State on Sunday, or men's basketball starting tonight. You would be wrong. I'm talking about volleyball. The atmosphere that engulfs the Horejsi Family Athletics Center when the jayhawks hit the court is easily worth a few hours of any sports fan's time. Plus, it's free with a KUID. Before this turns into a written promo, I just want to say that I am in no way affiliated with KU volleyball. I don't work for the Athletics Department. No coach suggested that I "get the word out" and the only volleyball achievement I have to my name is a high school intramural championship. I simply feel the need to inform others as a person who recently gave volleyball a chance. I can promise that you won't be disappointed if you wander down to the often-overlooked building next to Allen Fieldhouse Wednesday night for Kansas' showdown with Colorado. The game is sure to be a thriller as the Jayhawks look for revenge after falling in a heated five-set match against the Buffaloes in Boulder earlier this season. It's also significant because both squads are vying for a better conference standing. Similar to football, the Big 12 is one of the most competitive volleyball conferences in the country this season. The top five or six teams in the conference typically find their way into the NCAA tournament. Although Kansas is 10th in the Big 12, they are only 2.5 games behind the No. 5 Buffaloes. With seven games left to play, Kansas has enough time to work its way into the mix. The Jayhawks certainly won't make life any easier on Colorado. The Horeisi Center is one of the best venues to watch college volleyball. Out of the 329 D-1 volleyball schools, Kansas ranks 37th in attendance averaging 923 games per game, according to the KU Athletics Web site Now, if two teams vying for NCAA tournament bids in your backyard at a terrific venue isn't enough, one mustn't look further than the players themselves. Few players in the country can rival the excitement that Kansas sophomore Karina Garlington provides on a nightly basis. Garlingen, a deadly adversary at the net, ranks fifth in the conference in both kills per set and points per set. If the ball from freshman Nicole Tate is on mark — and it usually is — Colorado will be eating leather once Garlington connects. Then there's veteran Natalie Uhart. The redshirt senior out of Lansing is the Jayhawks' iron gate at the net. Watching Uhart shut down a thunderous spike is as entertaining as watching Cole Aldrich stuff an opponent next door. However, the real fun starts when the ball makes it past the front line and into the backcourt. Players hit the ground diving after lightning fast spikes. Miraculous saves keep the ball in play just inches over the ground as fans "Ooh" and "Aah" trying to maintain balance at the edge of their seats. It's not unusual to see balls flying through the rafters as players never let a play go dead until the whistle blows. With SEE DUFEK ON PAGE 6B 2B SPORTS THE UNIVERSITY HALL KANSAS quote of the day "The University of Nebraska says that elderly people that drink beer or wine at least four times a week have the highest bone density. They need it — they're the ones falling down the most." Jay Leno fact of the day Nebraska, the Kansas football team's opponent on Saturday, is 813-337-40 all-time and is one of just five schools with 800 all-time victories. trivia of the day Q: When was the last time the Kansas football team defeated Nebraska in Lincoln, Neb.? A: 1968. Kansas defeated Nebraska 23-13. schedule Tuesday Men's Basketball: Washburn (Exh.), 7 p.m. (Lawrence) Wednesday Volleyball: Colorado, 7 p.m. (Lawrence) Soccer: Texas A&M 7:30 p.m. (San Antonio, Texas) Thursday No Events Scheduled Swimming: Drury, 6 p.m. (Lawrence) Friday Saturday Saturday Football: Nebraska, 1:30 p.m. (Lincoln, Neb.) Swimming: Evansville, 2 p.m. (Lawrence) Volleyball: Texas Tech, 7 p.m. (Lawrence) Rowing: Kansas State, TBA (Manhattan, Kan.) NFL Tampa Bay sets record with Chiefs' defeat KANSAS CITY, Mo. — If it's true that history is written by the winners, Kansas City's horrible season of 2008 should be well-chronicled. Most rushing yards given up in a game? Just check the media guide of the Tennessee Titans. Biggest lead blown? Look it up in the Tampa Bay record book. The 332 yards Tennessee gained in a blowout win over the Chiefs on Oct. 19 was the most the Titans ever gained against anyone, and the most the Chiefs ever allowed. When Tampa Bay came storming back from a 24-3 deficit on Sunday, erasing a 21-point margin with the help of an array of physical and mental mistakes by the young Chiefs, it marked the biggest comeback in Buccaneers history. It was also the biggest lead Kansas City ever lost. Tied 27-all at the end of regulation, Tampa Bay won the game 30-27 on a field goal in overtime. Kansas breeds talent; Allen spars with election BY ASHER FUSCO afusco@kansan.com When the star quarterback hails from Texas and the leader of the basketball squad comes from Chicago, it's sometimes easy to forget about the local kids: the athletes who called Kansas home before Kansas came calling. Last weekend served as a pleasant reminder that the Sunflower State can, indeed, produce some stellar talent. First, junior running back Jake Sharp gashed the Kansas State defense, tallying 257 yards from scrimmage and four touchdowns. He scored the game's first three touchdowns to help secure Kansas' Associated Press third consecutive Sunflower Showdown triumph. Sharp's success surprises because his 5-foot-9 frame didn't impress national scouting services. But despite dealing with the stigma of having a Salima zip code, he's proved himself as an elite athlete. An up-dose look at his rugged physique explains why he's the fastest player on the roster, and how he flew up the depth chart past Angus Quigley and Jocques Crawford, both out-of-state imports. THE MORNING BREW Second, Kansas women's basketball spent Sunday afternoon dominating Fort Hays State in an exhibition matchup. Shouldering the load for the lajhawks was the team's only Kansas product. Olathe-bred forward Danielle McCray. It's no secret that McCray has been the team's star since she stepped on campus three seasons ago, but it's a surprise the KC metro area spit out such a talent. The solid 5-foot-11 junior scored 20 points and grabbed seven rebounds in only 19 minutes, a combination that bodes well for a Kansas women's team in need of a leader. Next in line is men's basketball. With presumed starter Mario Little sidelined by a stress fracture, Kansas natives Travis Releford and Tyrel Reed should see some serious playing time in tonight's preseason opener against Washburn. Releford earned the state's Gatorade Player of the Year honors playing for Bishop Miege in Shawnee Mission last season. A year earlier, Reed earned the same award at Burlington High. A strong season from either guard would help legitimize Kansas high school hoops. Today marks the intersection of two important institutions: Kansas basketball and the United States presidential election. If you didn't prepare properly by voting early, don't panic. ELECTION DAY HOOPS Simply ditch school to cast your ballot in the morning — class comes third on a day like today. Spend the afternoon trying to decide where to stick your "VOTED" sticker while poring over The Kansan's stellar basketball pregame coverage. Come evening, head to Allen Fieldhouse just in time to miss television's talking head sedium. Enjoy the game and avoid the overblown election coverage. The results will be there tomorrow, but you might only get one chance to see Tyshawn Taylor throw down a brutal dunk over a poor Washburn Ichabod. It was a few weeks coming, but former Jahawk tight end Derek Fine enjoyed his NFL breakout last weekend. Fine didn't start for the Buffalo Bills, but he did grab four receptions, including a nine-yard touchdown. Fine's early-season struggles weren't any fault of his own: He missed the first six games with a thumb injury. 'FINE'-ALLY Edited by Andy Greenhaw The Minor Prophets 2, Army ROTC 0 A Andy Spalding, St. Louis senior, attempts a spike during an intramural volleyball match Monday evening at the Student Fitness and Recreation Center. Spalding's team, the Minor Prophen, won 2-0 against the AAM ROTCs. Jerrv Wano/KANSAN KICK THE KANSAN WEEKTEN Pick games. Beat the Kansan staff. Get your name in the paper. This week's games: 1. No. 13 TCU at No. 10 Utah 2. Georgia Tech at No. 22 North Carolina 3. No. 12 Ohio State at Northwestern 4. No. 9 Oklahoma State at No. 7 Texas Tech 5. Kansas at Nebraska 6. No. 2 Alabama at No.19 LSU 7. Clemson at No.15 Florida State 8. Arkansas at South Carolina 9. Notre Dame at Boston College 10. Purdue at No.21 Michigan State Name: E-mail: Year in school: Hometown: 1) Only KU students are eligible. 2) Give your name, e-mail, year in school and hometown. 3) Beat the Kansan's best prognosticator and get your name in the paper. 4) Beat all your peers and get your picture and picks in the paper next to the Kansan staff. 5) To break ties, pick the score of the designated game. Submit your picks either to KickTheKansan@ kansan.com or to the Kansan business office located at the West side of Stauffer-Flint Hall which is between Wescoe Hall and Watson Library. NCAA Missouri's Coffman expects to play against K-State despite toe injury ASSOCIATED PRESS COLUMBIA, Mo. — Tight end night, given that it's the Tigers' home finale and that his father — former NFL Pro Bowl tight end Paul Coffman — played for the Wildcats. Quarterback Chase Daniel sounded confident that he'll have Coffman as a target in the Kansas State game. "He's looking good," Daniel said. "He's such a competitor and it's his Coffman set an NCAA career record for receptions by a tight end earlier his senior season. Chase Coffman is a slight question mark for No. 13 Missouri after spraning his left big toe in a victory at Baylor but said Monday he expects to play this week. He has extra incentive to play against Kansas State on Saturday Coffman was in a walking boot on Sunday and was at the top of coach Gary Pinkel's short injury list on Monday, listed as questionable. But he met with reporters wearing tennis shoes, walked with only a slight limp and said, "Till be playing." Congratulations! to this week's winner of the AMC Threatre contest Lauren Rowland, Bryan Arnold, Nick Cole & Allison McAfee came closest in his guess to the actual Kansas v. K State score. Please come by Stauffer Flint Rm 119 to CLAIM YOUR PRIZE! KANSAN.com AMC THEATRES "There's still a lot of time to get healed up and I'm going to be in the training room a lot," Coffman said. 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But how will Taylor respond to playing his first game in Allen Fieldhouse against competition other than his teammates? And oh yeah, Taylor is wearing No. 15 this season. AND IN THE BEGINNING... QUESTION MARKS M. Starting lineup may be a bit surprising KANSAS VS. WASHBURN 7 p.m., ALLEN FIELDHOUSE, Jayhawk TV How much will junior college transfer Tyrone Appleton be able to play? COUNTDOWN TO TIPOFF GAME DAY Appleton, a junior guard, returned to practice from a hip-flexor injury less than a week ago. He said he would play limited minutes in the game but did not set a specific limit. The Jayhawks could use an extra veteran like Appleton on the court. He also needs to play well in the exhibition games and start of the regular season if he wants to secure a rotation spot. HEARYE. HEARYE "I hope we're a better game team than we are a practice team right now because I haven't been really pleased in practice — not because they're not trying, but we're careless. I think that's primarily youth." — Kansas coach Bill Self "I've been practicing halfway-decent. I'm kind of nervous, but think I'm ready." Freshman guard Tyshawn Taylor Kansas Starters Sherron Collins, 5-foot-11 junior guard Forget about the weight issues and knee surgery recovery from a few months ago -- this is Collins' team. He has a chance to put together a spectacular year individually. YOU ARE A GREAT DEBUTANT. ★★★★★ Collins Tyrel Reed, 6-foot-3 sophomore guard Reed played a big role during the Jayhawks' trip to Canada. He made a couple key shots in the one-point victory against Carleton. He also recorded a team-high five steals in the three games. ★★★☆☆ Mike Doyle Reed Morningstar, who red-shirted last year, has a great opportunity to prove he deserves significant minutes this season in the two exhibition games. Although Morningstar is in his third year at Kansas, he's only played 31 minutes. P. S. M. Brady Morningstar, 6-foot-3 sophomore guard ★★★☆★★ Morningstar Washburn --- Kleinmann is in his fifth season at Kansas so he knows the system better than anyone on the roster. Kleinmann, however, just isn't as talented as most players who play for Kansas senior forward Matt Kleinmann, 6-foot-10 Kleinmann Scott ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Self has raved about Aldrich ad nauseam for the last three months. That has to count for something. Aldrich will be invaluable defensively, but he needs to show he's ready to be a top contributor on the offensive end. Cole Aldrich, 6-foot-11 sophomore center ALAN L Aldrich ★★★☆ Starters teahan has inherent value to Kansas because of his three-point shooting ability. He made 12 of his 20 attempts last season. But Teahan needs to prove he's not a liability on the defensive end. Y Sixth man sophomore guard ★★★☆★★ Conner Teahan, 6-foot-5 Teahan Mario Scott, 6-foot-1 junior guard - Case Keefer Scott was fourth in the MIAA in assists last year at 3.7 per game and scored in double figures eight times, averaging 6.8 points on the season. He steps in as the team's starting point guard after starting 19 of 21 games to start the season last year before finishing the season in a reserve roll. ★★★★ Byers BENNETH MILLER Williams James Williams, 6-foot-5 senior guard KAUFI P Kimble Paul Byers, 6-foot-5 senior forward Byers started all 29 games last season averaging 8.2 points and 5.4 rebounds. He shot 52 percent from the field and made 26 of 74 three pointers. Surprisingly, Byers attempted only 12 free throws all season despite playing more than 24 minutes per game. ★★☆★★ Williams transferred from St. Bonaventure University before last season and averaged 8.2 points in more than 20 minutes per game.Williams started 14 of the team's 29 games last season and made 30 of 98 three-point attempts. ★★★☆★ Sherron Collins Darnell Kimble, 6-foot-8 senior forward ★★★☆☆ Kimble is the team's highest returning Kimble is the team's highest returning scorer at 9.4 points per game. He had only 3.2 rebounds per game despite being the team's second tallest player. Kimble had 30 turnovers and only nine assists last season. Moriba DeCoteau, 6-foot-9 senior forward nth starter spot but he probably will be passed over for one of the lchabods' 10 newcomers. DeCoteau, the 205-pound forward hails from St. Georges, Grenada, and averaged 1.1 points in 17 games last season. DeCoteau is the most likely returning player to take the fifth place. ★ ★ ★ ★ adidas DeCoteau 103 Head coach Bob Chipman Chipman enters his 30th season Wash burn's coach and has a career coaching record of 646-251. In a game against a more talented Kansas team, Chipman may be the best chance Washburn has to keep it close. Several KU players have worked at Chipman's camp and he said he always enjoyed playing Kansas. C ★★★☆ WU TIPOFF AT A GLANCE B. J. Rains The Ichabods return three starters from last year's 18-11 squad, but they have 10 new-comers including four freshman, four junior college players and two transfers. Kansas is the first of three Division I opponents for Washburn, which will also play at Kansas State on Nov. 9 and at UNLV on Nov. 11. PLAYER TO WATCH Mario Scott per game last The junior guard averaged 6.8 points,3.7 assists and 1.2 steals season for the Ichabods, who were 12-7 while he was in the starting lineup. Scott, a Grand Rapids, Mich. native, will have the job of Scott have the job of QUESTION MARKS Can Washburn hang like it did in 2004? Scott guarding KU point guard Sherron Collins — a tough task considering Collins is a former McDonald's All-American and Scott plays at Division I Washburn. Washburn led Kansas most of the first half in their preseason matchup in 2004 before Kansas won by only nine points, 79-70. With so many newcomers on both squads, it will be interesting to see if Washburn will keep the score close or get blown out by 30 as they did in a 99-69 beating by Kansas in 2006. HEARYE. HEARYE — who played awfully well last year. We added what we think is a great group of new guys. We're very excited about the potential of this team." "We have four guys back hopefully with James Williams — Washburn coach Bob Chipman PREDICTION 85-65 KANSAS NON-CONFERENCE SCHEDULE BIG 12 CONFERENCE ALLEN FIELDHOUSE WILL ROCK IF... Cole Aldrich swats multiple Ichabod shots into the stands or press row. Blocking shots has quickly become Aldrich's trademark after recording four in the Final Four game last season against North Carolina. He'll be one of the premier shot-blockers in the nation this season and should get off to a quick start. In the three Canadian exhibition games, he had nine vicious blocks that wowed the small crowds. The Allen Fieldhouse faithful would have loved it. PHOG ALLEN WILL ROLL OVER IN HIS GRAVE IF. . . Kansas commits 20 turnovers. The number might seem steep, but the Jayhawks are a young team and young teams turn the ball over. The Jayhawks only had 20 turnovers in a game twice last season. But when this year's Jayhawks went to Canada, they flirted with the figure in two of the three games and averaged 16 turnovers per game. Washburn will be comparable competition. Add in the nerves of the young Jayhawks playing in front of 16,300 fans and it's at least possible. 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For more information go to www.business.ku.edu/news --- The provided image is too blurry and illegible to accurately recognize any text. It appears to be a digital scan of an old document or image with illegible characters. Therefore, no text can be extracted from this image. NSAN 2008 THE UNIVERSITY JAIRY KANSAS TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2008 SPORTS 5B NFL Rams hope to revive playoff hopes 34 Arizona Cardinals running back Tim Hightower struggles for yardage as he is pulled down by St. Louis Rams linebacker Will Withesperson during the second quarter of a game on Sunday. Hightower had 109 yards on 22 carries in the Cardinals' 14-13 victory. The first two Rams three games behind the Cardinals in the NFC West. ASSOCIATED PRESS ST. LOUIS — After a 34-13 beat-down at the hands of Arizona on Sunday, the St. Louis Rams fell three games behind the Cardinals in the NFC West Division. At the halfway point of the 2008 season, the Rams aren't yet mathematically eliminated from post-season contention, but they face an enormous uphill climb to get into contention. The Rams will head to New York this week to face the AFC East Division-leading Jets with a banged up roster that will have plenty of question marks. The loss was the second in a row for the Rams on the heels of their only two wins of the season and dropped them to 2-6 on the season. "We are not going to change our approach," coach Jim Haslett said. "We have to take it one game at a time. The most important thing is we go try to get a win this week. This is not going to be an easy test. I don't think you can look ahead." Perhaps no spot on the roster has more question marks than at running back where starter Steven Jackson has had a strange couple of weeks. While the Rams can ill afford to look beyond the next opponent, it's going to be hard to even focus on this one because of myriad injuries that have hit them in recent weeks. ASSOCIATED PRESS Jackson suffered a quadriceps injury against Dallas on Oct. 19 and didn't play against New England on Oct. 26. Travis Minor got a concussion on special teams. Pittman will be out this week and Minor also could miss this week, leaving recently signed Kenneth Darby as the only healthy back on the roster if Jackson's can't go. Having Jackson back in the fold will be mandatory if the Rams are to revive their struggling offense. Haslett said Monday the Rams won't be caught short at running back again this week. "Steven has got to give us a full day's work this week or he will not play ... we can go into a game not knowing whether he can play or not." Haslet said. Last week, Jackson practiced lightly and took about a third of the repetitions before declaring himself ready to play Sunday morning. Jackson finished with seven rushes for 17 yards and the Rams were suddenly left short-handed at the position because backup Antonio Pittman suffered a hamstring injury on that first play and On the first play of the game, Jackson declared himself unprepared to run the play that was called, an outside cutback run he wasn't ready to handle. Jackson's status might be the most important but it's not the only injury question on the roster. Haslett said the Rams will place receivers Dante Hall and Drew Bennett on injured reserve as early as Tuesday morning because of foot injuries, ending their season. And while the Rams will undoubtedly be headed to New York looking to save their season without a full complement of players, Haslett is curious to see how they react to the two-game losing streak. NFL "It changes every week," Haslett said. "Personnel changes, the game changes, the situation changes every week. It's just how you handle it. We just have to go up there and play well." Obama, McCain appear on 'Monday Night Football' WASHINGTON — Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama told ESPN's "Monday Night Football" it was time for college football to pick a champion with a playoff system while Republican John McCain wanted to put an end to performance-enhancing substances. On the eve of the election, the two presidential candidates were interviewed via satellite by ESPN's Chris Berman. The taped interviews aired during halftime of game between the Washington Redskins and the Pittsburgh Steelers. Both candidates were asked to name one thing they would change in sports. "I think it is about time that we had playoffs in college football. I'm fed up with these computer rankings and this and that and the other. Get eight teams — the top eight teams right at the end. You got a playoff. Decide on a National Champion." Obama said. College football uses a Bowl Championship Series system, commonly known as BCS, that is based on computer rankings. McCain said he would "take significant action to prevent the spread and use of performance-enhancing substances. I think it's a game we're going to be in for a long time. What I mean by that is there is somebody in a laboratory right now trying to develop some type of substance that can't be detected and we've got to stay ahead of it. It's not good for the athletes. It's not good for the sports. It's very bad for those who don't do it, and I think it can attack the very integrity of all sports going all the way down to high school." Associated Press BRYANT COLLISION REPAIR 843-5803 1214 E. 23rd St. We get your car fixed RIGHT the FIRST TIME We guarantee our work for life. You have the right to choose your repair shop. Choose local for the QUICEST turnaround possible. www.bryantcollisionrepair.com YOUR VOTE COUNTS. In addition to changing the White House you have the power to also change the Kansas Statehouse and Douglas County Courthouse. Barack Obama and our local Democratic candidates represent the kind of change we need. You can help us create an economy that works for the middle class, promote renewable energy sources and provide health care for all citizens by supporting Democrats running for the Kansas Statehouse and Douglas County Courthouse. JOIN ME IN VOTING FOR ALL THE DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATES ON NOVEMBER 4th – Gov. Kathleen Sebelius Paid for by the Douglas County Democratic Party. Carrie Moore, Treasurer. tic e need. orks for y ens by sas e. ... 6B SPORTS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN TUESDAY NOVEMBER 4 20XX Walking a thin line SUMMER JUNE 2016 Ryan Waggoner/KANSAN Dean Potter, Lawrence resident, works on his slackling technique while Morgan Barnes photographs him on Monday morning in front of Stauffer-Flint Hall. Slacklining can be used as a core training exercise for climbers. "It's a good way to kill time," Potter said, "since there are not a lot of opportunities (for climbing in Kansas)." NCAA BASKETBALL 'Psycho T' wins unanimous consent Hansbrough selected for All-American team BY JIM O'CONNELL ASSOCIATED PRESS It's no surprise Tyler Hansbrough made The Associated Press' preseason All America team — his third straight year as its leading vote-getter. For the first time, however, the North Carolina forward was a unanimous selection. Joining Hansbrough on the team Monday were UCLA guard Darren Collison, Davidson guard Stephen Curry, Notre Dame forward Luke Harangoy and Oklahoma forward Blake Griffin. Hansbrough, a 6-foot-9 senior and the reigning national player of the year, was placed on all 72 ballots by the same media panel that selects the weekly Ton 25. Hansbrough missed being a unanimous pick last season by one vote, and he fell seven votes shorts as a sophomore. The last unanimous pick was Duke guard Jason Williams in 2001-02, and the last repeat selection was Michigan State guard Mateen Cleaves in 1999-00. Hansbrough averaged 22.6 points and 10.6 rebounds in leading the Tar Heels to a school- record 36 wins and the Final Four last season. He will miss about two weeks of practice after being diagnosed last week with a stress reaction in his right shin. "Of course, we are all disappointed for Tyler and our team," North Carolina coach Roy Williams said. Hansbrough has played in all 108 games in his first three seasons and he did not miss a practice his first two years and only one as a junior. Hansbrough was a second-team All-America after his sophomore season and was a unanimous pick after last season. He is the first national player of the year to return to school since Shaquille O'Neal at LSU in 1991. "He has grown so much as a person and a player throughout his career and it has been a joy to watch," Williams said. Curry, who led Davidson's surprising run to the regional finals of last season's NCAA tournament, was second in the voting with 66. He averaged 25.9 points for the season and his contribution to the team should change some this season with the graduation of point guard Jason Richards, who led the nation in assists. Curry averaged 32 points and was 23-of-51 from 3-point range during the tournament run despite seeing defenses aimed at stopping the slender guard. action like this going back and forth for minutes at a time, the game isn't for the weak of heart. DUFEK (CONTINUED FROM 1B) So, if you're wise enough to give volleyball a shot and possess the traits necessary to maintain your composure during the most gripping moments of the match, I can guarantee you'll be thankful you gave it a chance. You'll spend less time at a volleyball match than you will waiting for a game to begin in Allen Fieldhouse. — Edited by Andy Greenhaw Steelers smash Redskins 23-6 88 10 32 ASSOCIATED PRESS Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward fights with Washington Redskins comeback Carlos Rogers and safety LaRon Landry during the second quarter of an NFL football game Monday. NBA Pistons exchange MVP point guard and two others for a Nuggets MVP BY LARRY LAGE ASSOCIATED PRESS DETROIT — The Detroit Pistons shook the NBA in a big way Monday — landing former MVP Allen Iverson from the Denver Nuggets. The Pistons gave up All-Star point guard and former NBA finals MVP Chauncey Billups, top reserve Antonio McDyess and project Cheikh Samb. "We just felt it was the right time to change our team," Pistons president of basketball operations Joe Dumars told The Associated Press. "Iverson gives us a dimension that we haven't had here and we really think it's going to help us." Iverson is in the final year of his contract, making $20.8 million this season. He could debut with the Pistons on Wednesday night in Toronto. MUNICIPAL 3 15 "He was very excited about the ASSOCIATED PRESS Denver Nuggets guard Allen Iverson works the ball inside for a shot past Minnesota Timberwolves forward A1 Jefferson in the third quarter of the Nuggets' 118-95 victory in an NBA exhibition basketball game in Denver. trade," iverson's agent, Leon Rose, told the AP. --- What do these recent KU Graduates have in common? Rebekah Allen • Gena Burkett • Sara Goetz • Pamela Hodge • Angela McMillen • Jennifer Schmidt • Karlin Tracey • Katie Beale • Andrew Easton • Sarah Lenahan • Rachel Rumsey • Jeremy Wayne • Erin Fisher Kristin Ahivin • Emily Foerschiert • Michael Karlin • Joanna Kirby Marie Kohart • Shawna Loomis • Ben Ryan • Carrie Warner • Andy Weber P They are making a difference in the lives of their students while learning and growing themselves in the Gardner Edgerton School District! Gardner Edgerton Trails to Success USD 231 To learn more about how you can join our Professional Team visit us at the November 5, KU Education Career Fair or check us out online at www.usd231.com Senator Marci Francisco is the green candidate in the 2nd District State Senate race Marci Francisco is endorsed by the Sierra Club and earned 9 out of 9 on the Kansas Natural Resources Council legislative scorecard. www.marciforsenate.com Paid for by Marci for Senate Sally Hayden, Treasurer marci francisco 2nd district·kansas senate Jock's Nitch Sporting Goods Jock's Niton Sporting Goods crimson AND BLUE TUESDAYS Presents 25% OFF All Regular Priced Kansas Jayhawks Merchandise Limited Time Only! 837 Mass, 916 Mass, or 1443 W. 23rd V 2008 ELECTION RESULTS PRESS r- me PRESS SENATE (100 seats) Democrats 54 Republicans 40 Independents 2 Undecided 4 PRESIDENTIAL (538 electoral votes) HOUSE (435 seats) Obama 338 McCain 160 Undecided 40 Democrats 246 Republicans 163 Independents 0 Undecided 26 THE STUDENT VOICE SINCE 1904 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2008 WWW.KANSAN.COM ELECTION 2008 RESULTS U. S. SENATE VOLUME 120 ISSUE 55 Jim Slattery Democrat BROOKLYN N.Y. JOHN L. BURKE 60% YANG SHANLIN Pat Roberts Republican FULL STORY PAGE 2A BARACK OBAMA WINS PRESIDENCY U.S. HOUSE 2ND DISTRICT 51%√ 46% PATRICK S. HERMANN Nancy Boyda Lynn Jenkins Democrat Republican FULL STORY PAGE 7A U.S. HOUSE 3RD DISTRICT YES HE CAN Dennis Moore Democrat 40% PETER M. KELLY FULL STORY PAGE 7A Nick Jordan Republican PETER PACKHAM STATE SENATE 62% 38% PENNELLA BREVETT Marci Francisco Scott Morgan Democrat Republican FULL STORY PAGE 3A FULL STORY PAGE 3A 0. 05 percent sales tax to fund maintenance for the buses PROPOSITIONS 2 & 3 0. 2 percent sales tax to fund public transit YES NO 70% 30% ASSOCIATED PRESS FULL STORY PAGE 3A YES NO 69% 31% 108 President-elect Barack Obama delivers his victory speech at his election night party at Grant Park in Chicago on Tuesday night. As of 1 a.m., Obama held a 338-160 lead in electoral votes. Obama will be sworn in as the first black president of the United States on Inauguration Day, Jan. 20, 2009. ALEXANDRA GRAY Ryan McGeeney/KANSAN Obama supporters overwhelmed by historic outcome lan Habe, Olathe senior, Annie Harrigan, Pairie Village senior, Kim Davis, Kansas City senior, and Katelyn Stroud, Leawood senior, scream in celebration toward the end of President-elect Barack Obama's acceptance speech Tuesday night at Abe & Jake's Landing. BY ANDY GREENHAW agreenhaw@kansan.com "Yes we did!" was the chant that erupted from Abe and Jake's Landing after Barack Obama sealed his name in history as the first black president of the United States. The packed room of students and Lawrence residents jumped, screamed, cheered and cried. A woman carried a life-sized cardboard Obama cutout through the sea of waving arms and Obama-Biden signs. Gina Burrows, vice president of KU Young Democrats, said Tuesday night would be the proudest moment she would ever live to tell her children about. Dream' speech; and I get to remember the night America took a new direction," the Salt Lake City junior said shortly after Sen. John McCain gave his speech commending Obama. "People remember where they were when Kennedy was shot; where they were during Martin Luther King's 'I Have a "Call it! Call it!" was shouted by eager Obama supporters throughout the night as a giant projector featured CNN's exit SEE DEMOCRATS ON PAGE 6A Obama records electoral college landslide victory BY DAVID ESPO ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON — Barack Obama swept to victory as the nation's first black president Tuesday night in an electoral college landslide that overcame racial barriers as old as America itself. "Change has come," he told to a huge throng of jubilant supporters. The son of a black father from Kenya and a white mother from Kansas, the Democratic senator from Illinois sealed his historic triumph by defeating Republican Sen. John McCain in a string of wins in hard-fought battleground states — Ohio, Florida, Virginia, Iowa and more. On a night for Democrats to savor. SEE OBAMA ON PAGE 6A index Classifieds...10A Opinion...5A Crossword...4A Sports...12A Horoscopes...4A Sudoku...4A All contents; unless stated otherwise; © 2008 The University Daily Kansan COLLINS STARS ON OPENING NIGHT Kansas defeats Washburn 98-79 in first game. MEN'S BASKETBALL |12A A HUMAN FOOTWEAR FOR WORLDWIDE ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIO DESIGN. weather Isolated T-Storms TODAY 1 THURSDAY 69 47 Partly Cloudy/Wind 5738 FRIDAY 四 47 30 2 Mostly Cloudy/Wind weather.com 10. 2A NEWS THE UNIVERSITY OF HALY KANSAN WEDNESDAY MARCH 10 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5. 2008 quote of the dav "Do not yield. Do not flinch. Stand up, Stand up with our president and fight. We're Americans. We're Americans, and we'll never surrender. They will." John McCain fact of the day Kansas has not voted for a Democrat for president since 1964, when it chose Lyndon B. 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Ryan McGeeney/KANSAN 907 kjba Checkin'it twice VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE John Flynn, Wichita freshman, reviews his ballot before voting in his first presidential election Central United Methodist Church. Poll workersat the church, where Flynn and two friends voted Tuesday afternoon, said turnout had been comprised overwhelmingly of young voters. Sen. Pat Roberts cruises to re-election ELECTION 2008 PAT ROBERTS U.S. SENATE Sen. Pat Roberts, R-Kan., claims victory during an election night watch party in Topeka on Tuesday. Roberts defeated democratic candidate Jim Slattery, a former 2nd District congressman Shaymarie Genosky/KANSAN BY CARL MANNING ASSOCIATED PRESS TOPEKA — Republican Sen. Pat Roberts' image as a Kansas political fixture with a record of bringing home federal funds carried him to a comfortable victory Tuesday night over Democrat challenger Jim Slattery. With 97 percent of precincts reporting, Roberts had 60 percent of the vote. "It's a great honor. It's a humbling honor," Roberts said. "I'm looking forward to the next six years. My line is 'you ain't seen nothing yet." Asked if this was his final term, the 72-year-old senator said, "My word, that is six years down the road. I might be playing for the K-State defense." Roberts was the favorite in a GOP-leaning state where a Democrat hasn't won a Senate race since 1932. He also raised 3 1/2 times as much money as Slattery — more than $5.2 million by mid-October. "We fought the good fight and came up short," Slattery said. "I congratulate Senator Roberts and his team. They did an outstanding job and won." Slattery blamed his loss mainly on being outspent by Roberts. "The bottom is when you have such a tremendous money advantage, you just can't overcome that. That was the major difference," he said. "I don't anticipate running for public office again." Roberts pointed to numerous projects for which he helped secure federal dollars, including highway improvements, flood-control projects, a new Command and General Staff College center at Fort Leavenworth and a bioscience center at Kansas State University that bears his name. But Slattery, a Washington lobbyist and former 2nd District congressman, suggested Roberts was on the wrong side of the biggest issues facing the nation. Slattery called the Iraq war a "trillion-dollar mistake." Roberts began a four-year stint as Senate Intelligence Committee chairman just before the U.S.-led invasion in 2003, and he supported the war. Roberts has worked in Washington for more than four decades,starting as a congressional aide. He represented the 1st District of western Kansas in the House for 16 years before winning his Senate seat in 1996. ELECTION 2008 States legalize pot for medical use BY DAVID CRARY ASSOCIATED PRESS The marijuana reform movement won two prized victories Tuesday, with Massachusetts voters decriminalizing possession of small amounts of the drug and Michigan joining 12 other states in allowing use of pot for medical purposes. Key ballot measures elsewhere addressed same-sex marriage and abortion. Henceforth, people caught in Massachusetts with an ounce or less of pot will no longer face criminal penalties. Instead, they'll forfeit the marijuana and pay a $100 civil fine. Barnstable District Attorney Michael O'Keefe, who led opposition to the measure, called it "bad public policy" The Michigan measure will allow severely ill patients to register with the state and legally buy, grow and use small amounts of marijuana to relieve pain, nausea, appetite loss and other symptoms. Similar measures have prevailed previously in 27 states, but none were in California's situation— with thousands of gay couples already married following a state Supreme Court ruling in May. Of the 153 measures at stake nationwide, the most momentous was a proposed constitutional amendment in California that would limit marriage to heterosexual couples. The opposing sides together raised about $70 million, much of it from out of state, to wage their campaigns. The outcome, either way, will have a huge impact on prospects for spreading same-sex marriage to the 47 states that do not allow it. Though Democrat Barack Obama won the presidential race in California on his way to wrapping up his White House bid, the vote on the same-sex marriage amendment was expected to be close. According to exit polls, blacks were far more likely than whites or Hispanics to support the ban. Age also was a key factor — the exit polls showed voters under 30 opposing the ban by a 2-to-1 ratio, while most voters 60 and older supported the ban. A crucial question was how churchgoing black and Hispanic voters — presumably a pro-Obama constituency — would vote on the ballot measure. Both Obama and his Republican rival, John McCain, say they oppose same-sex marriage. But Obama, unlike McCain, also opposes the California amendment and endorses the concept of broader rights for same-sex couples. also were on the ballot in Florida and Arizona. Under Florida law, the measure there needed 60 percent support to be enacted — partial returns showed it to be around that threshold. Arkansas had a measure that would prohibit unmarried couples from adopting or being foster parents. Conservatives supporting the measure say it's aimed at same sex couples, who are able to adopt and be foster parents in most states. South Dakota's ballot included an initiative that would ban abortion except in cases of rape, incest and serious health threat to the mother. A tougher law without the rape and incest exceptions was defeated in 2006. If it passed, it would likely trigger a legal challenge which could lead to the U.S. Supreme Court and a reconsideration of the 1973 Roe v. Wade ruling that established the right to abortion. Ban-gay-marriage amendments The conference "Energy, Innovation and the Kansas Economy" will begin at 8:30 a.m. in Adams Alumni Center. The workshop "Conducting Unclassified & USS Searches" will begin at 9 a.m. in 103B in Carruth-O'Leary Hall. The University Support Staff Senate Executive Committee Meeting will begin at 11:30 a.m. in the Pine Room in the Kansas Union. 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City mass transit will continue Voters help save the T with taxes BY RYAN MCGEENEY rmcgeeney@kansan.com After months of wrangling and anxiety about the future of public transit in Lawrence, it appears as though the T will live to ride another day. Voters overwhelmingly elected to approve the 0.2 percent sales tax needed to continue funding both the general public buses and the paratransit system, which caters specifically to disabled and elderly users, after Jan. 1 of next year. Voters also approved a 0.05 percent sales tax to provide a maintenance and bus replacement fund for the fleet, as well as a 0.3 percent sales tax to fund public infrastructure improvements. The 0.2 percent sales tax, which appeared on voter ballots as question 2, received 70.29 percent support. The 0.05 percent sales tax — question 3 on the ballot — received 68.81 percent support. The city transit system, which was previously funded through property taxes after its inception in 1999, will now be primarily supported by a 0.2 percent sales tax that will take effect April 1, 2009. Lisa-Marie Wright, Overland Park doctoral student and campaign coordinator for the Save the T campaign, said she felt vindicated by Tuesday's results. "Voters obviously decided that public transit is important to our community, and voted to support it," Wright said. ELECTION 2008 Morgan loses to Francisco in race for state senator Scott Morgan lost to incumbent Marci Francisco (D-Lawrence) in the race for state senator in the second congressional district last night. The district includes west Lawrence. "Obviously I'm disappointed," Morgan said. "But it's clear that Senator Francisco represents Lawrence and I wish her the best." Wright began working with the campaign in August, after organizers received a $5,000 start-up grant from the American Public Transportation Association. The decision to hire a coordinator was made shortly after the Lawrence City Commission announced the fundamental change in how the transit system would be funded. As county results began rolling into the Douglas County Courthouse about 8 p.m., cautious excitement was palpable throughout the small crowd that had gathered around the projection screen on one side of the rotunda, witnessing periodic updates that brought the tax issues ever closer to fruition. "I've lived in Lawrence a long, long, long time," said C.J. Brune, business manager for the KU School of Education, and the KU employee for nearly 35 years. "And this is the best election night in a long, long, long time." "Transit is one of the most critical things a community can offer," Brune said. "Kansas City is about to pass a light rail system and we were about to take a step back. As much as I hate sales tax, because it's so regressive, I voted to keep the bus." Brune said she had enthusiastically supported the two sales taxes that would likely secure the transit system for the next decade. David Corliss, Lawrence city manager, said he found the vote a strong show of support for public transit. He said the city commission would begin discussing results of the elections at the next meeting on Nov. 11, when commissioners will look at ordinances necessary to enact the sales taxes in April, and finalize renewal contracts with MV Transportation. City commissioner Mike Amyx said that most of his contact with voters throughout the past two years left little doubt in his mind that the tax initiatives would pass. "I think that one of the things that is incumbent upon me as a commissioner is to make sure that we have the best transit system we can have," Amyx said. "One that's efficient, one that's dependable, and one that can get people in and around our community." Because the T, which according to the city provides about 1,200 rides each day, will continue to run, the KU Park and Ride system will also remain intact. Although the five-bus system is technically part of the KU on Wheels fleet, which is funded and maintained by the University, Park and Ride funding relies in part on federal dollars, the receipt of which is contingent on Lawrence's own bus system. Had the sales tax proposals failed to pass, the University would have had to either surrender the buses or buy out the federal share of the system at a cost of $1 million. The next hurdle for transit in Lawrence is to begin the process of merging the city transit system with the KU on Wheels fleet. The city recently signed a letter of intent to merge the two systems by July 2009, and representatives from the University, Student Senate and the city have been meeting since September to discuss multiple merger scenarios between the two fleets. Edited by Arthur Hur Morgan said his positions on many of the issues, such as energy and the drinking age were relatively similar to Francisco's positions. JOHN KELLY Morgan said the differ-ence came in who would be Morgan with other Kansans with differing viewpoints. "You can have the best views in the world, but if you're ineffective, it's pointless," Morgan said. Morgan is a 1979 graduate of the University and 1983 graduate of the University of Kansas School of Law. Morgan currently serves on the Lawrence School Board. willing to compromise and work Brandy Entsminger THIS WEEK ON CAMPUS funded by: Student Senate November 5, 2008 Kanakuk & Kids Across America Ryan McGoonov/KANSAN Love Kids? Love Sports? Love Summer Kamp? Love Christ? Come see what working at Kanakuk Christian Sports Kamp is all about at the movie tour! After the movie there will be sign-ups for summer job interviews! Francisco defeats Morgan When: November 5th at 8pm Where: Alderson Auditorium on the 4th floor of the Union For More information: www.kanakuk.com Marci Franco (D-Lawrence), 2nd district state senator, dances with Jacob Hill, Wichita senior,itae Abe & Jake's Lunday Tues night after watching Obama's acceptance speech on television. Fransisco, the 2nd district incumbent, retained her seat with more than 62 percent of the vote. Democrat to continue to represent district Sign up to be a Student Senate Tutor! Set your own rates! Give back to the University Community! Fill out the form at: http://studentsenate. ku.edu/tutoring/tutors.html Or pick up a form in the Student Senate Office at 410 Kansas Union. BY BRANDY ENTSMINGER bentsminger@kansan.com Marci Francisco (D-Lawrence) won a second term as Kansas state senator last night. Francisco, who defeated Scott Morgan 62.3 percent to 37.7 percent, will continue to represent the 2nd congressional district, which includes West Lawrence. OLA "I knew I had quality voters," Francisco, who has worked at the University for 34 years, said. "I'm pleased also to have quantity." Burdett Loomis, professor of political science, said Francisco was a good senator who was elected easily in a Democratic town. Gina Burrows, Salt Lake City junior, attended the Douglas County Democrats election night watch party at Abe and Jake's Landing and said Francisco was committed to reaching out and speaking to students. During her campaign, Francisco addressed a number of other issues including minimum wage, the smoking ban and the drinking age. Francisco began serving as Kansas state senator for the 2nd congressional district in 2005. With the election, Francisco said she had been concerned that voters would be swayed after controversy surrounding her "pass" votes. She said the results showed voters understood a "pass" was also a "no" vote. Francisco said she introduced a bill to increase the Kansas minimum wage because it was one of This semester Francisco attended Young Democrats meetings and made an appearance at "Take Back the Night," a sexual violence prevention program. "She won pretty handily this evening," Loomis said. Students involved with Young Democrats volunteered mainly with the Kansas Democratic Party, but they also handed out literature about Francisco's campaign while Francisco said she had a strong reputation for representing higher education and already had relationships with students. She has been employed by the University as both an instructor and staff member. tabling for voter registration. "It meant that their voice was being heard," Francisco said. "She usually fights for that cause tooth and nail!" Dungan said. "I know she's really willing to fight for what she believes in," Burrows said. "I never feel like he's going to lose herself to the bigger machine." George Dungan, Lincoln, Neb., junior, who also spent last night at Abe & Jake's Landing, said students needed to pay more attention to local candidates and issues. He said Francisco represented the "green" side of issues that many students agreed with. Burrows said Francisco was one of the greenest candidates the Democrats had to offer and that it wasn't likely she would compromise on issues. Although federal highway funds are currently dependent on a drinking age of 21, Francisco said she also encouraged discussion about changing the age to 19 in the future. Francisco is a 1977 graduate of the University. She served on the Lawrence City Commission from 1979 to 1983 and was Lawrence mayor from 1981 to 1983. the lowest in the nation. She said she would also work to impose a smoking ban, similar to the one in place in Lawrence, on the entire state. Edited by Arthur Hur BELFAIR APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, November 7 TEACHFORAMERICA Full salary and benefits. All academic majors. www.teachforamerica.org 4A --- ENTERTAINMENT THE UNIVERSITY JAILY KANSAN SUDOKU WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2008 Sudoku is a number-placing puzzle based on a 9x9 grid with several given numbers. The object is to place the numbers 1 to 9 in the empty squares so that each row, each column and each 3x3 box contains the same number only once. The difficulty level of the Concepts Sudoku increases from Monday to Sunday Concept is Sudoku By Dave Green 1 9 7 6 3 2 7 9 8 1 4 6 3 6 1 6 8 4 3 7 4 9 7 8 9 7 8 9 7 8 9 7 8 9 7 8 9 7 8 9 7 8 9 7 8 9 7 8 9 7 8 9 7 8 9 7 8 9 7 8 9 7 8 9 7 8 9 7 8 9 7 8 9 7 8 9 Answer to previous puzzle 8 2 9 6 4 5 3 1 7 7 6 1 8 9 3 5 2 4 3 4 5 1 7 2 8 9 6 5 8 4 7 6 9 1 3 2 2 9 7 5 3 1 4 6 8 1 3 6 2 8 4 7 5 9 6 7 3 9 5 8 2 4 1 9 5 2 4 1 7 6 8 3 4 1 8 3 2 6 9 7 5 Difficulty Level ★★★ Durability Level ★★★ NUCLEAR FOREHEAD find these KU words! D I P L O M A V J X A A C C R I C K A S T L E Y F M Lawrence MA W E S C O E H K G O N H E R R I A G K Y A H C F Kansas KB Z X O I N T M E N T Y B U T T O C K S J M R D E Football AD W E R E C T V K R W A R T S P E N I S F H I O F Basketball N J S F O O T B A L L P K H N Y B A S K E T B A L L Diploma S E R B G R O I N M E W E M O Z I Y J A Y H A W K T Cnnsson Blue A G Y V A G I N A K A U X S N V P M L G Y F H F U V Jayhawk S A C R I M S O N B L U E H Y D L A W R E N C E E B Wesoeo JACOB BURGHART SKETCHBOOK NO YES I wish they sold boxes of the powder you find at the bottom of cereal bags. DS DREW STEARNS JESUS AND JOE DIMAGGIO 'SUP WITH HIM?' SUP WITH HIM? WHAT! AW, MAN! JUST DIE SO I CAN HAVE YOUR DAMN HORSE ALREADY! WHAT! AW, MAN! JUST DIE SO I CAN HAVE YOUR DAMN HORSE AHEAD! MAX RINKEL SEARCH FOR THE AGGRO CRAG So now who did you use for yesterday? Well, I did a lot of research, and ultimately went with... Don Shula NIMS! If he can run America like the 72 Dolphin, we're in the clear! 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. HOROSCOPES ARIES (March 21-April 19) Don't discuss financial details with the public yet. Wait until you and your associates have a chance to clean things up. No need to upset a bunch of people who can't help fix the problem. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Today is a 7 Everybody's got an opinion, and no two are alike. How can you work out a compromise? Start by cutting the fluff. Get back to the basics. GEMINI (May 21-June 21) Today is a 6 Postpone a trip if you can; it'll be easier if you take a few more chores done before you go. Travel will turn out OK if begun now, but there will be hassles along the way. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Today is a 7 Things that looked within reach yesterday seem less affordable now. Don't be afraid; sharpen your pencil. You can find a way. You're really good at this. No July 23-Aug. 22) Today is 7 You're not the only one with strong opinions, as you may have noticed. Don't get into a shouting match with people who aren't listening. VIRGO (Aug.23-Sept.22) VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Today is a 7 If you come up with the answer before the others do, present it kindly. Make them think they thought of it first. That's a very effective way to teach, by the way. And it's nice of you. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Today is a 7 The support you get from the people you love is immensely important to you. They believe you can easily do something you're actually worried about. Knowing they're cheering you on certainly helps. Let them know. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Today is a Stay home as much as possible for the next day or two. Familiar surroundings will be more than just a comfort; you'll be inspired to try something you were worried about, and that's a good thing. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Today is #7 SATURDAY (NOV. 22-DEC. 21) Today is a 7 Don't tell everybody your plans yet just keep thinking about them. You may discover that it would be a good idea to learn how to do something you don't already know. Add that to your list. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Today is an 8 A project that's been on the back burner could pay off well for you now. Dig through your stack of stuff and find something that's ripe for taking action. AQUARIUS (Jan, 20-Feb. 18) Today is an 8 Today is an 8 Your friends will get you out of a jam, so make sure they know where you're going and with whom you'll apt to be tangling. Help them to find you quickly and come to your rescue. You may be sorely tempted to try an escape from a stressful situation. That's probably not going to work. You'd do better to simply face it. You don't need to have all the answers. Get help. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20 Todav is a 7 LIBERTY MALL accessibility info 644 Mass. 149-1912 (785) 749-1972 RELIGULOUS (H) 7:00 9:30 MAN ON WIRE (HG11) 4:30 ONLY students $6.00 students--$6.00 The University of Kansas University Theatre and the KU Department of Music & Dance Present Stage Direction by Tazewell Thompson, guest director Conducting and Musical Direction by David Neely Featuring the KU SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Book by Elmer Rice Lyrics by Langston Hughes Music by Kurt Weil STREET SCENE A creative fusion of traditional European opera and Broadway musical theatre 7:30 p.m. November 7 - 8 and 13 - 15, 2008 2:30 p.m. November 9, 2008 Stage Too!, Murphy Hall Based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Elmer Rice Reserved seat tickets are on sale in the KU ticket offices: University Theatre, 864-3982; Lied Center, 864-ARTS; SUA Office, 864-7469; and online at www.kutheatre.com. Tickets are $20 for the public, $19 for senior citizens and KU faculty and staff, $10 for all students. All major credit cards are accepted for phone and online orders. This production is an associate entry in the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival XXXXI. The University Theatre is partially funded by the KU Student Senate Activity Fee. This production is funded in part by the Kurt Weil Foundation for Music, Inc., 7 East 20th Street, NY, NY 10003. KU UNIVERSITY THEATRE The University of Kansas STUDENT MEDIA SENATE ACROSS ACHOSS 1 Lysol target 5 Rage 8 Dreary 12 Finished 13 Rotation duration 14 Mature 15 Steer 17 Small bit 18 Martini garnish 19 Perceive intuitively 21 Grounded flock 24 Cribbage scorer 25 Related 28 Droops 30 Tray contents 33 Neither partner 34 Dessert there's "always room for" 35 Ball prop 36 Melody 37 Gaelic 38 Smile broadly 39 Hockey surface 41 Initial chip 43 "African Queen" star 46 Nixon's veep 50 Verve 51 Bind legally 54 Baptism, e.g. 55 Halloween call 56 Hebrew month 57 Leaves 58 Deviate off course 59 Assessment DOWN 1 "Kissing case" 2 Ellipse 3 Jeans- maker Strauss 4 Comp- pelled Mrs. McKinley 6 Snitch 7 Ogled 8 Somber 9 Battle in court 10 "Once — a time ..." 11 Fast- spreading concept 16 Jewel 20 Facto preceder 22 Addict 23 Tortilla topping Solution time: 21 mins. 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Chesterton, a British writer, converted to the Catholic Church in 1922 because he said he could not ignore the truth in its teachings, and he was attracted by the Sacrament of Reconciliation, where sins are forgiven. "It is almost a joke," he says in his writings on conversion, "that it is only in a dark corner and a cramped space that any man can discover that mountain of magnanimity." In Thursday's Jayplay, Heather Melanson wrote an article on her experience of an obsession with sin. The Catholic Church's Sacrament of Confession is not solely to focus on one's sins, though taking a few minutes at the end of each day to examine our actions and our failings teaches us to be better. No, the Catechism of the Catholic Church tells us, "The whole power of the Sacrament of Penance consists in restoring us to God's grace and joining us with him in an intimate friendship." — Emily Jaumard is a 2008 graduate from Lawrence. In this sacrament we ask forgiveness of God and he responds with an unimaginable, merciful love. Think about the person you love most in the world. If you hurt their feelings, how long would it take you to ask their forgiveness? editorials around the state Client and Vice President United States Can Office for one pair 10 Barack Obama and Joe Biden Democratic Party Nomin John McCain and Sarah Palin Republican Party Nom ASSOCIATED PRESS How long is it until we finally grow up? When America grows up, it no longer will be necessary to ask if this country is ready to elect a black president, if we're capable of electing a woman as president or if a candidate's sexual orientation should prevent him or her from serving on the state Board of Education. When such discussions cease, that is when America grows up. Sadly, our immaturity still shows every time we argue these irrelevant issues. But the end of Hillary Clinton's quest for the presidency didn't end the silly talk. Over the last 21 months, we've witnessed a viable female candidate for president lose her shot for the nation's top job to a man who out-organized her and, some would say, outwitted her. Yet during that time we found ourselves debating the gender issue, completely ignoring the fact that more enlightened voters in Germany, Great Britain and other counties no longer debate the gender of their leaders. The conversation quickly turned from whether the nation was ready to elect a woman as president to whether we're ready to elect a black man. And that needless conversation turned ugly in recent weeks when some Americans started showing their true colors and their deep-seated racism. They absurdly shudder at the thought of a black man occupying the White House. Kansas has not escaped the ugliness of this campaign season. In a state Board of Education race, a supporter of incumbent Kathy Martin decided to make an issue of Democratic challenger Christopher Renner's sexuality. Renner is gay. Martin's supporter, Carolyn Simms, said she thought Renner's homosexuality is a relevant issue Martin stated publicly she disapproved of Simms making Renner's homosexuality a campaign issue. But her disapproval came with a caveat. It shouldn't be an issue, and Martin should have underscored that point. When America grows up,scenes like this no longer will play out in political campaigns. Relevant issues, candidates' experiences and leadership qualities will be debated, which will allow voters to make informed decisions. When America grows up, we no longer will see a candidate's color, gender or sexual orientation. We will see the person, the candidate, instead of labels. But until that time, we ought to be embarrassed by our lack of maturity. The Hutchinson News Oct. 31 editorial HOW TO SUBMIT A LETTER TO THE EDITOR Send letters to opinion ekansan.com Write LETTER TO THE EDITOR in the e-mail subject line. 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WITH TWO DOUBLE BURGERS, A LARGE FRY, APPLE PIES AND A TURBO SIZED COLA. DUDE YOU KNOW THIS PLACE'S FOOD IS LOADED WITH ARTIFICIAL STUFF DON'T YOU? MAKE THE COLA A DIET. FARM FRESH POLITICS CARA MCCONNELL To compete with other political ads exposing the "truth" about life as we know it, the Corn Refiner's Association launched an ad campaign promoting the "truth" about high fructose corn syrup (HFCS), America's favorite fattener, err, sweetener. The commercials go something like this: One person is enjoying something, presumably with HFCS in it, and another person incredulously calls into question their commitment to good health. The syrup junkie asks the health fanatic what's so bad about HFCS, and the fanatic is suddenly at a loss for words. Junkie then chides Fanatic in a mother-knows-best sort of way that there's nothing wrong with corn syrup. It's tasty, all natural just like corn, and so gosh-darn American! Fanatic, seeing the error in her ways, immediately drinks or eats as much corn syrup as she can get her hands on. bit more subtle. But the message they intend to drive home is simple: Corn syrup is the same as sugar and is harmless — in moderation. Perhaps the commercials are a Here's a short list of other things that, when consumed in various degrees of "moderation," probably won't kill you: crayons, gasoline, rat poison. Or, think about how effective slapping the "drink responsibly" label onto beer commercials is the next time you see someone do a keg stand. It's just another vague "pass the blame onto you" catchphrase. Using "in moderation" is a pathetic way to legitimize preaching the good news of corn syrup to a nation battling obesity, especially in children, who bring big money in the sweetener market. They're playing a bizarre health card to get you to purchase more of their unhealthy product — and that's just tasteless. The other issue is the natural deliciousness of HFCS, which the Corn Refiner's Association constantly repeats is just as good as The Corn Refiner's Association is right on one thing. Corn syrup doesn't cause obesity, just like alcohol doesn't cause fatalities from drunken driving. And finally, there's the issue of whether HFCS is actually more harmful than sugar or other actually natural sweeteners, sweeteners not chemically reconstructed from something that was once plucked from nature. HFCS is metabolized differently from other sweeteners, but whether that's a bad thing or not, scientists still aren't sure. Besides, how is the average consumer suppose to consume HFCS "in moderation" when it shows up in nearly every processed food? Not just the obvious foods, like soda and breakfast cereals, but "simple" foods like bread and crackers, and even medicine. There's HFCS in my damn three-cheese whole wheat tortellini, and I have no idea why. sugar because they're making no profit off sugar. But if you've ever tasted a Coke made in Mexico, where HFCS use is heavily restricted, you know the delicious difference between a product that's corn sugar-based and one that's not. But although they preach moderation as a way to get around obesity, the elephant in the room, they sure don't want you to moderate your purchasing of products containing their sweet ooze. McConnell is a Dallas junior in English. Is this really what we are most worried about? MARY AND RICKY ASSOCIATED PRESS MUSINGS OF THE DOOMED ZACHARY GRAHAM To take a phrase from comedian Lewis Black, taking issue with gay marriage should be on page six on the list of things that this country needs to consider, right behind "Are we eating too much garlic as a people?" Why is this on my mind? Because Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin recently brought up that she is all for banning gay marriage. For those of you who haven't heard, Palin was asked by a third-grader the duties of the vice president, and she said the VP was in charge of the Senate and could work to direct legislative policy and didn't mention succession or the tie-break vote, which are the only powers given by the Constitution. What does discussing gay marriage accomplish? Palin should be more focused on brushing up on what her constitutional duties are instead of getting served by a third-grader. If we're going to start banning select people from getting married because that's how we set up a foundation for success, we should at least give the gays a chance. How do we know they can't successfully raise a family? If we're going to start banning people from getting married, why not start with alcoholics? I am the son of an alcoholic father who has not been in my life since I was 13 years old. Since my mother divorced him, I rarely get phone calls, never receive birthday presents (and have to remind him how old I am each time, if he calls on the right day), and after 1 returned from living in Europe and surprised him and my grandmother on Christmas, he promptly passed out at 11 a.m. He left my mother with three kids and $17,000 in child support debt, still unpaid. I'm not hesitant to say I'm a tad resentful, but does he seem qualified to raise a family? Or how about someone who has a history of domestic violence? As many felony assault records these people may have, they are still permitted to marry. And then if they happen to have a child, they beat the hell out of them. They may go to prison, but they are free to marry once they get out. Should they be allowed to marry? This country needs to prioritize. How about this? We figure out Iraq and Afghanistan. We repair our economy and get an energy policy. We get a decent educational platform and health insurance reform. We upgrade our bridges, levies and highways. We fix social security along with Medicaid and Medicare Suddenly gay marriage doesn't seem that important, now does it? Graham is a Columbus, Ohio graduate student in exercise physiology. F FREE FOR ALL To contribute to Free for All, call 785-864-0500. Last night I saw a unicorn emerge from South Park. She said, "Life is hard for unicorns." --- --- I heard they are building a place next to Five Guys called "Five Bros,"Where would you rather go? Kansas State can't win without Michael Beasley. --- --- The GirlTalk concert was super awesome. The DJ who came on after that really --- To the retards who parked in the Alumni place parking lot: The parking spots are small, but you can fit your car into one spot. Dude, I think I saw the Cheshire Cat the other day. --- I thought the Cheshire Cat was dead. --- Does it still cost $8 to pick up basketball tickets online? --- --- --- Chapter 3: And the GDI responded, "I was here first." It would be nice to get to class on time, but no, I have to spend an hour driving around to find a parking space. --- I saw Tinky Winky beat up Marty McFly. --- My idea of going green is putting 26s on my hybrid. Smoke so much green I can't even open my eyelids. Gas just hit $1.99. Why isn't anyone else excited? --- Hot bus driver guy: You're the reason I get up in the morn- --- Pink pajamas, penguins on the bottom. I thought that was the "Lion King" song, but I --- I've got a lovely bunch of coconuts. --- Holy spots Batman! It's the attack of the ladybugs. --- I have three friends that boned the same chick in the same day. I don't know what to say. I am speechless. --- It was one thing not to get to play our championship flag football game in Memorial, but it was another thing when we get reported on and interviewed and our article isn't in The Kansan. I give up. --- This weekend sucked. I remember everything. --- --- 6A ELECTION 2008 DEMOCRATS (CONTINUED FROM 1A) THE UNIVERSITY HARLY KANSAS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5. 2008 polls and vote counts. The crowd stood up in unanimous praise whenever CNN anchorman Wolf Blitzer called a state in its candidate's favor. Allison Richardson/KANSAN I'll be there. The intensity of those celebrations never came close to the outburst that followed Blitzer's announcement that Obama had won Colorado, picking up the final electoral votes that would send him to the White House. George Dungan, Lincoln, Neb. junior, grabs ahold of a friend after the final results of the election were announced at the Democratic watch party Abe & Jake's Landing on Tuesday night. Dungan, the communications director of Young Democrats, had been at the party since 7 that evening to hear the final results. Andrew Toth, president of KU Young Democrats, said he was confident from the start that his candidate would pull out a decisive victory. "We worked so hard that we think he deserved to win," he said, exhausted from six weeks of campaigning. Toth said his organization set up tables, handed out fliers and traveled door-to-door, registering every potential student voter they could find. "It proves that younger people aren't as apathetic about politics as everyone thinks," Burrows said. Burrows said her organization and the Student Legislative Awareness Board worked together to register more than 3,000 student voters on campus. Students flocked to the 67 voting stations scattered around Lawrence Tuesday to vote for the candidate they believed would best govern their country. Many students, such as Kristen Sheahen, Chicago senior, voted for the first time. She said she wasn't sure who shed vote for moments before she entered the voting booth. She said she was apprehensive about voting for Obama because she didn't want him to raise her father's taxes. "My family's business has been in business for 100 years and now they're going to get taxed even more while struggling to work through an economy that isn't doing well," she said. "People are going to have to get laid off if large companies have to cut back on costs to afford higher taxes." Max McGraw, Shawnee sophomore, said he voted for Obama mainly because of his economic policy. "The money has to come from somewhere," he said. "Someone will have to make a sacrifice, especially the corporate giants making enormous amounts of money." They can afford to give a little more." he is the first person of color to be elected president." Jonathan Earle, associate professor of political history and an Obama supporter, said change over continuity was the dominant theme this election. Bill Lacy, director of the Dole Institute of Politics and McCain supporter, described Obama as a "tough, intelligent, cool cat," who "will undoubtedly serve with the best intentions for this country" He described McCain's loss as "extraordinarily healthy" for the Republican Party, which he said "has lost its way and is being punished by the electorate — deservingly." "It basically reminds us that we haven't done what we said we would do, and we need to look to The underlying challenge Obama now faces, Lacy said, is governing in a pragmatic fashion without pushing too far to the left. new leaders to do the job. we ask." Lacy said. "Clearly, conservatives are disappointed with what's going on, but we still live in a right-center nation," Lacy said. "I think Obama will govern like he ran his campaign. The question is: Will he push too far to the left too fast?" Edited by Brieun Scott they not only elected Obama the nation's 44th president but padded their majorities in the House and Senate, and come January will control both the White House and Congress for the first time since 1994. OBAMA (CONTINUED FROM 1A) Obama's election capped a meteoric rise — from mere state senator to president-elect in four years. In his first speech as victor, to thousands at Grant Park in his home town of Chicago, Obama catalogued the challenges ahead. "The greatest of a lifetime," he said, "two wars, a planet in peril, the worst financial crisis in a century." He added, "There are many who won't agree with every decision or policy I make as president, and we know that government can't solve every problem. But I will always be honest with you about the challenges we face." McCain called his former rival to concede defeat — and the end of his own 10-year quest for the White House. "The American people have spoken, and spoken clearly," McCain told disappointed supporters in Arizona. President Bush added his congratulations from the White House, where his tenure runs out "May God bless whoever wins tonight," he had told dinner guests earlier. on Jan. 20. I will not tell you why I was chosen. It was a matter of chance and fortune. I was chosen because I had a strong sense of humor and a great ability to make people laugh. I was also a very good communicator and a great listener. I was known for my ability to bring people together and to make them feel special. I was also a very positive person and a great friend. I was known for my kindness and for being someone who made others feel special. I was also a very positive person and a great friend. Obama, in his speech, invoked the words of Lincoln and echoed John E. Kennedy. Obama will move into the Oval Office as leader of a country that is almost certainly in recession, and fighting two long wars, one in Iraq, the other in Afghanistan. "So let us summon a new spirit of patriotism, of service and responsibility where each of our resolutes to pitch in and work harder," he said. He and his running mate, Sen. Joseph Biden, will take their oaths of office as president and vice president on Jan. 20, 2009. Mike Conner, Shawnee graduate student, and Jack Connor, Overland Park, senior, enjoy themselves at the Republican Party election watch at the Teopa caplio Plaza Hotel. Conner and Conner said that they knew Sen. John McCain would lose his 2008 presidential bid, but came to show support to the party and watch coverage of local elections. There, Obama's audacious decision to contest McCain in states that hadn't gone Democratic in years paid rich dividends. PATRICK J. ROBINSON The popular vote was close — 51.3 percent to 47.5 percent with 73 percent of all U.S. precincts counted — but not the count in the Electoral College, where it mattered most. Obama has said his first order of presidential business will be to tackle the economy. He has also pledged to withdraw most U.S. combat troops from Iraq within 16 months. Disappointment sets in for Republican supporters Chance Dibbens/KANSAN Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., left, delivers remarks during an election night rally in Phoenix Tuesday. Joining him on stage are from right, wife Cindy McCain, Gov. Sarah Palin, R-Alaska, and her husband Todd BY FRANCESCA CHAMBERS fchambers@kansan.com Jack Connor and Mike Conner entered the Topeka Capitol Plaza Hotel on Tuesday night and immediately headed for the bar. ASSOCIATED PRESS Connor and Conner each ordered a Mondo-sized Boulevard Wheat beer before proceeding to the room where the Kansas Republican Party's election watch was being held. They knew those beers wouldn't be the last alcoholic beverages they would order that evening. "I think we're going to lose badly," said Conner, Shawnee graduate student, of Sen. John McCain's odds of becoming the next president of the United States. When the party began at 7 p.m., hundreds of people filled the room, but by 9.30 p.m., almost an hour before McCain (R-Ariz.) would concede victory to Obama, fewer than 50 people remained. Republicans knew the party was over. By 9 p.m., Sen. Barack Obama (D.-Ill.) was leading with 220 projected electoral votes to McCain's 138. McCain was losing in Nevada, New Mexico, Ohio and all the other states that were leaning toward Obama and that were critical to McCain's chances of winning the presidency. In his concession speech, McCain commended Obama for his ability to increase voter turnout and give people hope. He also recognized the significance of Obama's election for African-Americans in the United States. "Senator Obama has achieved a great thing for himself and this country, and I applaud him for it," McCain said. Conner said he thought McCain handled the situation well by recognizing Obama as the winner before every vote was tallied and not raising the possibility of voter fraud or other legalities that had the potential to change the outcome of the election. "I thought it was very gracious," Conner said of McCain's speech. "He recognized that the American people called for Barack Obama." The pair traveled to Minneapolis for the 2008 Republican National Convention at the beginning of this semester to see McCain accept the nomination for president on behalf of his party. So, for them, McCain's loss was especially disheartening. The two students won credentials to the convention as part of a Kansas College Republicans initiative that asked members to canvass Facebook for McCain. But Conner said he was not surprised or even disappointed in the outcome of the evening. He said he still considered the night a victory for Kansas Republicans because Republican candidate Lynn Jenkins was selected to replace Democratic incumbent Nancy Boyda in the U.S. House of Representatives. "This is what I expected, so I'm not upset," he said. Connor was a bit more pessimistic about the outcome of the election, although he said he too hard known for several weeks McCain would likely lose. "I'm disappointed, but I think McCain's going to keep up the good fight," he said. "In a couple of years they'll see what the country thinks of this new leadership." — Edited by Scott R. Toland Lawrence area sees only slight increase in number of votes cast BY JESSE TRIMBLE jtrimble@kansan.com Though nearly 18,000 more voters registered in Douglas County in 2008 compared to 2004, only about 270 more votes were cast. Some thought youth would go to the voting center in droves, but statistics have not yet been released about the voting habits of specific age groups for Douglas County. Don Haider-Markel, professor of political science, said everything he had seen before election night had overestimated youth voter turnout. Haider-Markel said this election would not capture youth voting accurately because volunteers couldn't reach voters on their cell phones. However, when Obama's campaign asked supporters to sign up to receive text messages, the response was overwhelming. Haider-Markel said that when students could wake up on Election Day with a text reminding them to vote, it brought politics to the youth generation. "Part of the reason why we won't see a difference will be because voter turnout overall will outweigh that of specifically youth voter turnout," he said. "It's great that the Obama campaign had texting efforts to get the youth involved," Haider-Markel said. "It has greatly changed the dynamics." In 2004, 65,181 people registered to vote, according to the Douglas County clerk's office. Of that number, 51,302 ballots were cast, for a 78.71 percent turnout. The clerk's office has no way to differentiate student voters from community voters. Among the 67 precincts in Lawrence, the Burge Union on campus served as a polling location for many students in this election. Cherae Clark, Kansas City, Kan. freshman, was among students to cast her vote at the Burge Union. She said she voted for Obama because of his stance on gay rights, the issue that matters most to her. Clark, now 18, has been an open lesbian for four years and said Obama's overall acknowledgement Shane Heslet, Rossville freshman, registered as a Democrat and sent in his absentee ballot earlier this week. of gay rights persuaded her to vote for him. Poll workers at Central United Methodist Church, 1501 Massachusetts St., said overall, 90 percent of voters by 5 p.m. Tuesday were students. The church was one of the main locations for students who live in the student ghetto to vote. "Part of the reason why we won't see a difference will be because voter turnout overall will outweigh that of specifically youth voter turnout." Only four students arrived wearing political shirts and were asked by polling staff members to turn their shirts inside out before voting. The students made no objections. Heslet said his vote went to Obama because of the message of hope and change. Heslet said "America has been looking for this change for the last eight years and for one shining figure," he said. "Obama is the face of change where American politics are goin." Tom Gleason of the Douglas County Democrats had been at DON HAIDER-MARKEL Professor of political science Heslet said coming from a small community of Republicans, he based his values off his immediate liberal family. "My grandma is a huge McCain fan, though," Heslet said with a smile. "We are both really into politics." the church from 7:30 a.m. Tuesday morning to observe He said he "I've been anxious to see how the younger vote turnout has been because of all the speculation," Gleason said. he said he was just happy to see young people take part. Gleason said students not only cared because of their future careers but also because of health care and things as simple as potholes. "The youth realize they have to get in there and vote for what they want to work," he said. Paul Johnson, professor of political science, said he would guess that the youth voter turnout would slightly increase but not drastically. Johnson said he doubted early voting would have much of an effect Johnson said from his experience in teaching political science classes that it was always easier for students to talk about voting versus actually voting. At the Checkers grocery store, which doubled as a polling location, Heather Dorssom, Olathe senior, said her vote went to Obama because of the pertinent issues in relation to health care. on college students. "That takes an initiative and planning," he said. "I don't expect young people to be influenced by early voting." Megan, a Leavenworth freshman who didn't want her last name to be used, said her vote went to McCain. "People vote because it's a little fun and a little interesting that outweighs the inconvenience of it," Johnson said. "I just consider Obama slightly sketch," she said. She said because McCain had a better plan for the Iraq War, she would drive to Leavenworth to vote for McCain. Dorssom, who will be getting married in March, said issues such as having kids became a deciding factor when choosing a president. She said she thought the youth turnout would increase because of the historical markers of this election, which included race and gender. "This will affect the rest of our lives," Dorssom said. "It's a chance to make history." Edited by Lauren Keith M. S. "I feel really strongly about the Democratic party and believe Obama is the right choice for the nation now." JARED KELLY Falmouth, Mass., freshman "see myself as a big conservative, and I don't want to see the country turn to socialism." PETER M. HERMANN KAITLYN ADAMS Kansas City, Mo., freshman GRANT BUCKINGHAM Santa Monica, Calif., senior "I think Barack Obama has more solid ideas that are more coherent than McCain's. The youth is tired of the government in its current state and recently have taken notice of what's been going on around us." 1976 ANDREW FORREST Topeka senior I am so excited to have you join us. "I voted for Obama because he's all for the middle class. I'm not obsessively involved with politics, but I've never seen this many youth involved. It's not just a school thing — it's people taking the importance 2 of the issues in mind." (1) The graph of a function $f(x)$ is shown below. For each value of $x$, the function has at most one output value. Find the maximum and minimum values of $f(x)$ for the given range. [Check the graph carefully to identify the maximum and minimum values of $f(x)$ for each value of $x$]. ELECTION 2008 7A THE UNIVERSITY DAIRY GANSAN WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5. 2008 ROBERTS FOR U.S. SENA CPA Lynn Jenkins U.S. CO Lynn CPA Jenkins U.S. CONGRESS ASSOCIATED PRESS Congresswoman-elect Lynn Jenkins speaks during an election watch party in Topeka after winning a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. Jenkins beat Rep. Nancy Boyda (D-Kan.) Jenkins wins Boyda's House seat 51-46 upset takes incumbent Boyda by surprise BY SACHIKO MIYAKAWA smiyakawa@kansan.com In a small corner room of the Topeka Capital Plaza Hotel, Lynn Jenkins' family and supporters were anxiously waiting the election results for Kansas' 2nd congressional district. When incumbent candidate Nancy Boyda conceded the race about 11:40 p.m., people in the room screamed and hugged each other. Jenkins hugged each person in the room. Jenkins, a Topeka Republican and Kansas State Treasurer, upset incumbent candidate U.S. Rep. Nancy Boyda (D-Kan.) in Tuesday's election to represent Kansas' 2nd district, which includes western Lawrence. In her victory speech, Jenkins declared her commitment to advocate on behalf of Kansans. Jenkins defeated Boyda 51 percent to 46 percent. Allison Koehn, Galva sophomore and vice president of KU College Republicans, said she had been a supporter of Jenkins since Jenkins spoke to the group in the fall of 2007. Koehn said she related to Jenkins, especially because of Jenkins' leadership qualities. "I know it won't be easy and it won't happen overnight, but I'm the sixth generation Kansan and I want people to know that when I'm in Washington, I'll keep fighting," she said. Josh Hersh, communication director for Lynn Jenkins, said Jenkins would focus on keeping taxes and federal spending low. He said that Jenkins' stance on those issues appealed to many voters in the district and that her financial background as a certified public accountant would help her in office. "People can't really afford for paying tax, especially in this economic situation," Hersh said. Jenkins is a certified public Michael Lynch, assistant professor of political science, said one of focal points of the race was how the two candidates would handle the 2001 and 2003 Bush tax cuts. The tax cuts are set to expire in 2010, but Jenkins favors continuing them. accountant in her second term as state treasurer. She earned the nomination for the race by defeating former U.S. Rep. Jim Ryun during the GOP's August primary. The 2nd congressional district stretches from the northern and southern borders of Kansas and includes Leavenworth, Topeka, Manhattan and parts of Lawrence. — Edited by Jennifer Torline Rachel DENN U. S. Rep. Dennis Moore (D-Kan) speaks to a crowd of supporters during a Democratic watch party Tuesday evening at the Ritz Charles banquet hall in Overland Park. Moore won the race for U.S. Representative in the 3rd congressional district of Kansas against Kansas Sen. Nick Jordan (R-Shawnee). Students support Moore victory BY HALEY JONES hjones@kansan.com Alyssa Thompson, a first-time voter, voted for U.S. Rep. Dennis Moore (D-Kan.) yesterday, because he voted in support of education. "My mom is a teacher, and I'm a student, so he definitely supports the things I care about," said Thompson, Shawnee Mission South High School senior, who was at the Johnson County democratic watch party at the Ritz Charles banquet hall in Overland Park. Moore won the race for U.S. Representative in the 3rd congressional district of Kansas with 56 percent of the vote, beating Kansas Sen. Nick Jordan (R-Shawnee), who earned 40 percent of the vote. Thompson, 18, said she felt As the results of Barack Obama's victory against John McCain in the presidential election appeared on the big screen of the Ritz Charles, Moore stepped onto the stage to inform the crowd of the most recent results from the polls; Moore was leading Jordan at 59 percent to 38 percent with 98 percent of the precinct reporting. "If he wouldn't have won, I would've felt less confident about my education and my economic future," she said. excited to vote in such a historically important election. She said she wanted to vote for Moore because his views on the financial rescue plan aligned with her family's. Moore said the student vote was important to him and that his voting record proved his personal beliefs on the value of education. He said Jordan voted 19 times against funding education and said that kind of record did not sit well with voters. This will be Moore's sixth term in the district. He was first elected as a U.S. Representative in 1998. Although Moore is a member of the Blue Dog Coalition, which is a group of fiscally conservative democrats, he was the only Kansas congressman to vote for the $700 billion rescue plan. She said Moore's long history of public service and his reputation as a moderate Emocrat secured her vote for him. "Besides unconditional love, I think a good education is the best thing we can give our children," he said. Anthony Villegas, 68-year-old resident of Kansas City, Kan., said he voted for Moore because he represented the veterans, retirees, middle class and upper-class citizens. Lisa Nelson, Johnson County resident, has volunteered for Moore's campaign for the past 10 years. Like many others at the Democratic watch party Tuesday night, Nelson said the economy was the most important issue to "That's the kind of person we need here in Kansas City, Kansas," he said. "I voted for him today, and tomorrow I would vote for him again." "We really do need Dennis Moore — all his experience and seniority," she said. "Issue-wise he's a much better candidate." her in this election. Moore's appeal spanned beyond the young voter. Edited by Becka Cremer Abbey ASSOCIATED PRESS with family members behind her, Rep. Nancy Boyda (D-Kan) delivers her concession speech Tuesday at a Democratic Party watch party in Topeka. Boyda loses close race for congressional seat BY JOE PREINER ipreiner@kansan.com Mike Lynch said last Friday that the Nancy Boyda-Lynn Jenkins congressional race would be close. Lynch, an assistant professor of political science, was right. "That one will be a surprise," Lynch said. "It's one of the few races I don't have a good guess for." As of 11 p.m. Tuesday night, the race was still too close to call, but almost an hour later Boyda gave her concession speech. Before the speech, the banquet room in Topeka's Ramada Inn was scattered with members of the Democratic Party. Most stood proudly, talking loudly to one another about President-elect Barack Obama's victory. A select few, still waiting on Boyda's race results, sat patiently. It was not the first time Boyda (D-Kan.) had been in a political showdown. Boyda, the Democratic nominee representing Kansas' large 2nd District, had to scrap her way to victory in the 2006 election. Then, her opponent was Republican Jim Ryun. What local newspapers deemed an upset, Boyda won herself a seat in Congress, claiming 51 percent of the votes to Ryun's 47 percent. Tuesday night was more of the same but with a new opponent. Boyda faced off against Republican candidate Lynn Jenkins, Kansas state treasurer. For most of the night the vote count was dead even. Jenny Davidson, a spokeswoman for Boyda's campaign, said the race was too close to call even after the percentages swung in Jenkins' favor. Jenkins led Boyda by more than 7,000 votes with more than half of the voting precincts reporting. Then it ended. Just as the evening turned into early morning, Boyda delivered her speech, concealing the close race to her opponent. The loss ended Boyda's attempt for a second consecutive term as a U.S. Congresswoman. The race was as close as it had been in previous years, with Boyda on the receiving end of defeat. Jenkins secured 51 percent of the votes to Boyda's 46 percent. In her concession speech, Boyda thanked those involved in her campaign and compared this year's election loss with her 2006 election victory. "Two years ago I stood up here under very different circumstances," Boyda said. "I said that Id won elections and lost elections and that winning was better. Winning is better." Boyda and Jenkins ran similar campaigns, with similar views on many key issues. Their main difference came in regard to taxes, with Jenkins in support of renewing the Bush tax cuts and Boyda opting to let them expire. Boyda urged her supporters to celebrate what they had accomplished rather than to dwell on the lost election. Lynch said one reason the race was close was Jenkins' status as a moderate Republican rather than a more conservative Republican. He said the general trend for the 2nd district indicated the race would be close with a slight edge going to the Republican candidate. "They said no Democrat could win an election in deep red Kansas, that it wasn't even worth the fight," Boyda said in her concession speech. "They were wrong. We've achieved the impossible and that's something we should celebrate tonight." In her two years in Congress, Boyda remained connected with the people she represented. According to her campaign's Web site, Boyda returned home to Kansas nearly every weekend while in Congress. Her connections and dedication to serving Kansas fell short of assuring her victory on Tuesday. - Edited by Becka Cremer Jordan's call for shakeup in Washington fizzles agarry@kansan.com BY ALEX GARRY OVERLAND PARK — Nick Jordan, Republican candidate for U.S. Representative in Kansas 3rd congressional district, said he would be "optimistic until the end." Jordan, who lost his race against five-term incumbent Dennis Moore, said he was disappointed with the election's result but proud of the work he and his staff had accomplished. Jordan accepted defeat with 40 percent of the vote. The final vote was closer than previous years. 2006 PETER HAWKS Jordan in 2006, Republican Chuck Ahner garnered only 34 percent of the vote in his bid to unseat Moore, according to the Washington Post — but it was still not enough to remove the incumbent congressman. The 3rd District includes Wyandotte and Johnson counties and part of Douglas County, including the eastern portion of Lawrence. During his campaign, Jordan focused on "waking up Washington" and opposing Moore. "He's not as outspoken or divisive as previous candidates against Moore," Freidline said. "He's more moderate and appeals to the district's voters." Amelia Freidline, 2008 graduate, said Jordan was one of the best challengers to Moore. "Washington changed Dennis Moore more than Dennis Moore changed Washington." Olson said. Jordan's campaign manager, Dustin Olson, said his campaign was a challenge to the "people asleep at the wheel" in Congress. On Tuesday morning, Burdett Loomis, professor of political science, praised the strength and quality of Jordan's campaign but predicted a victory for Moore. "Jordan has run a perfectly good campaign, but Moore hasn't given any reason to throw him out," Loomis said. "Most people in that district don't feel the need for change." 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He hit a jumper from the freethrow line after fooling a Washburn defender with a pump fake, broke away for a layup after a steal and used a crossover to add two more points. men. If Reed "I thought our returning guys primarily Tyrel, Brady and Sherron- all had good nights. They all played well." Freshman forward Marcus Morris fouled out despite playing only seven minutes. Marcus and his twin brother, Markieff, were only BILL SELF Men's basketball coach "He's going to shoot the ball more than that in a real game," Self said. brought the jumper cables, Collins took the wheel. And he did it all by attempting only 12 shots from the field. 3-for-9 from the field combined. Taylor struggled to stay in front of his man on the defensive end. Even Thomas The combination of Collins, Reed and sophomore guard Brady Morningstar, who finished with 15 points and three assists, made up for a slew of blunders by the fresh- — whom Self praised after he scored 10 points and grabbed six rebounds committed an embarrassing turnover when he tried to pass to Collins in the second half. But Self's decision to give the veterans most of the minutes seemed to pay off. "I thought our returning guys — primarily Tyrel, Brady and Sherron — all had good nights," Self said. "They all played well." The trio helped hide Kansas struggles in the second half. The Ichabods never led again after Reed's fourth three-pointer, and Kansas went into halftime with a 57-35 lead. Self told his team to ignore the scoreboard in the second half and play with the same intensity. They didn't. "They look up there and we're still up 25, so they didn't play the game, they played the score," Self said. "Good teams don't do that." The Ichabods outcored the Jayhawks 44-41 in the second half. Morningstar and Reed said the team needed to learn to hold onto the intensity for an entire game — not just the first 20 minutes. Perhaps Reed needs to save a few of his three-pointers for late in the game next Tuesday when Kansas finishes off its exhibition schedule against Emporia State. It certainly jumped the Kansas offense against Washburn. "They kept falling tonight," Reed said. "I was fortunate that the guys got me the ball." — Edited by Scott R. Toland BERN (CONTINUED FROM 12A) printed banners of last year's administration. Self glad-handed the refs and waved to the crowd, all with a smile bright enough to win over the 18 to 35 crowd. Old faces and new ones accu mulated on the court to whip Washburn with offensive precision rarely seen in preseason basketball. The Jayhawks shot 61 percent from the field and 47 percent from beyond the arc. The latter earned them key electoral votes from downtown. Sure, lapses occurred. But overall it was a rousing victory for Kansas. Assured a victory, masses of Jayhawks headed for the exits with 11:29 remaining. My guess is they were headed home to catch the tail end of the blabber and witness the announcement of America's next leader. But I ask you, what's more American than the crimson, white and blue? — Edited by Adam Mowder KSA 15 22 Freshman guard Tyshawn Taylor tries to drive to the basket during Tuesday's game. Taylor scored 7 points and dished out one assist for the game but also turned the ball over five times. Jon Goering/KANSAN Newcomers struggle in first game BY B.J. RAINS rains@kansan.com Coach Bill Self promiseeu it would take time. He warned Jayhawk fans that it was impossible to replace five NBA draft picks overnight and that the seven newcomers to this year's squad would suffer some growing pains early in the season. Self may not be a fortune teller, but he sure looked the part during Tuesday's 98-79 exhibition victory against Washburn. The six newcomers who played struggled to find any kind of rhythm and looked out of sync for most of the game. "Other than Quintrell, the freshmen weren't factors at all tonight." Self said. "They've played better than that." Freshman forward Quintrell Thomas had 10 points and six rebounds, easily the best stat line of the newcomers. He was the lowest-rated prospect of all the freshmen, but he seemed the most comfortable in his 16 minutes of action. "I was nervous all day because I thought I was going to come out and, like, airball a layup or something." Thomas said. "It was fun because you normally see all of the videos and stuff, and it just felt good to actually be out there." "I realized that I'm not in as a good of shape as I need to be," Thomas said. "I was in there for like 30 seconds and that first wind killed me." Every Thursday 50¢ DRAWS at Duffy's in EconoLodge [6th & Iowa] Fans hoping to figure out which Morris twin was which on Tuesday didn't get any help when they both entered the game just three minutes in. Only fitting, the two brothers who do nearly everything together made their Jawhack debuts at the same time. "I was a little nervous," said Markieff Morris, freshman center. "I had to get the nervousness out of me so I took a couple of shots." Neither of the twins' performances will get their numbers hung in the Allen Fieldhouse rafters just yet. Markieff had five points and three turnovers and Marcus, freshman forward, had two points and fouled out after seven minutes of action. Though Thomas had waited for this day, it took him less than 30 seconds to realize that the speed of the college game was much different from that of high school. Combined, the six Jayhawk newcomers scored 33 points and had 12 turnovers. minutes and fouled out? You only played two more minutes than you had fouls." Markieff said. "We fouled way too much. Against good teams, we're going to need to be on the floor a lot. We need to work on that in practice." Junior guard Tyrone Appleton, who returned to practice Thursday after missing three weeks with a sore hip, played six minutes but had six points. The only newcomer not to play was Mario Little, the Big 12 Newcomer of the Year, who will miss a couple of weeks with a stress fracture in his left leg. Freshman guard Tyshawn Taylor had seven points but committed a team-high five turnovers. And fellow freshman guard Travis Releford had three points and three rebounds in 14 minutes of work. "This was a great experience for our first game," Markieff said. "Now that we got used to the college level, we can just stop fouling and keep playing hard." 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And though Patterson said he felt comfortable at cornerback because he played both corner and wide receiver in high school, he still can't figure one thing out. How can a guy who weighs 175 pounds and stands barely 5-9 eat as much food as he wants, yet not gain any weight? — Edited by Brenna Hawley "I've never found that out," Patterson said. "I've always ate a lot my whole life but never gained any weight. I'm still looking into that." SOCCER Team needs breakthrough Last conference tournament game victory was in 2004 BY MARK DENT mdent@kansan.com No, this San Antonio tournament is not the Final Four. If there's a miracle, it won't be Mario's, but possibly Missy's — as in senior midfielder Missy Geha. But Kansas could really use a miracle this year, from Geha or anyone else. The Jayhawks haven't won a game in the Big 12 Tournament since 2004, when they were the No.1 seed. Back then, the Jayhawks were already destined for the NCAA Tournament. This year, the only way they can get in is they win the Big 12 championship. Can that happen? Here's a quick guide to this year's Big 12 Tournament. THE TOP TEAMS 1. No. 8 Oklahoma State — This is the year for Cowgirl soccer. Okie State won its first Big 12 regular season title and lost just once, to Texas A&M on the road. 2. No. 11 Texas A&M — The Aggies have lost twice to Kansas in program history. One of those losses came earlier this year. You can bet A&M won't make it easy for the Jayhawks in the first round today. Big 12 soccer championship Kansas vs. No.11 Texas A&M 7:30 p.m. 3. No. 15 Texas - Texas teams win this tournament. The Longhorns and the Aggies have combined to win six of the 12 Big 12 Championships. Texas has won the last two. The Longhorns may be the No. 6 seed, but no one would be surprised if they won again. Blossom Soccer Stadium San Antonio, Texas THE TOP PLAYERS 1. Yolanda Odenyo, Oklahoma State — The best player for the best team. She scored 15 goals during the conference season. 2. Kasey Moore, Texas — Two years in a row, Moore has won Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year. This season, the Longhorns have nine shutouts, and she has six goals and four assists. 3. Nikki Marshall, Colorado — Marshall has starred in all three of her seasons in Boulder. This year, she finished with eight goals and four assists. THE SLEEPER? Kansas — It has to be the Jayhawks. No team has been more inconsistent this year. They started 5-1 and have since gone 6-6-1. They beat then-No. 6 Texas A&M and tied last-place Oklahoma. They could win two games in this tournament, or they could lose big to the Aggies today. THE TEAM RIPE FOR AN UPSET Missouri — The Tigers had it too easy on Friday. They won a 6-0 laugher against the Jayhawks. Their focus level could be off, and that's not good considering they're playing Texas. The Longhorns want to run their streak of Big 12 Championships to three. THE SIGHTS TO SEE 1. The Alamodome — They might not let you in, but hey, just looking at the outside of this building brings back beautiful memories for any KU fan. 2. Any pool — Temperatures should reach the 80s, and the sun is supposed to shine until Sunday. Cannonball. 3. Mexican restaurants Back in the spring, sophomore basketball player and San Antonio native Chase Buford recommended Rio Rio Cantina and The Original Blanco Café. Edited by Scott R. Toland GAME DAY First game, last chance? Jayhawks must beat No. 11 Texas A&M tonight to continue season Kansas 11-7-1,4-5-1 BY THE NUMBERS 6 — game-winning goals by Emily Cressy and Shannon McCabe 3 — goals by Monica Dolinsky in Big 12 play 38 — goals scored by the Jayhawks 27 — allowed by the Kansas defense 30 — assists by the Jayhawks, 4th in the Big 12 PLAYERS TO WATCH Monica Dolinsky, junior midfielder Monica Dolinsky was the Jayhawk's most consistent threat throughout the season. Dolinsky's eight goals lead the Jayhawks, while her six assists rank second on the team. And that play has received recognition: She was named All-Big 12 First Team. All season, Bush has been the trigger that sparks the Kansas offense: Her seven assists lead the team. The more telling numbers? The Jayhawks are 4-0-1 in games Bush records a point. PAMILA LANDERSON Jessica Bush, senior midfielder Emily Cressy, freshman forward Cressy made an immediate impact on the Jayhawks, scoring five goals the first seven games. Since then, though, she's scored only two goals in nine games. If the Jayhawks are to have success in the tournament, they'll need Cressy to score. Dolinsky P Bush CROSSN NCAA OUTLOOK: If the Jayhawks are to make the NCAA tournament, it's no secret they'll have to win the Big 12 tournament. And things don't appear good for Kansas. First up, 15-3-1 Texas A&M. Then, two teams that beat the Jayhawks during the regular season. if the Jayhawks are to make the NCAA Cressy No.11 Texas A&M 15-3-1,7-2-1 Jayson Jenks BY THE NUMBERS 4 conference championships won by the Aggies. They fast won in 2005. 6 - goals given up by A&M in 10 conference games 10 — victories in program history against the Jayhawks. The Aggies have lost only twice to Kansas. 5 - Aggies on an All-Big 12 Team: Kelly Dyer, Amber Gnatzig, Bri Young, Becca Herrera and Beth West. PLAYERS TO WATCH Kelly Dyer, goalkeeper She's arguably the best goalie in the conference. Dyer has six shutouts and has given up 13 goals for the entire season. Amber Gnatzig, midfielder TERRY BURTON She helps the best defense in the conference while also providing enough offensive skills to score four goals and dish out three assists this year. This SLU transfer doesn't score often, but when she does, watch out. Of Mautz's four goals this year, two of them have been game-winners. 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Medicaid and Medicare are not accepted --- --- SPORTS 11A ANSAN 5,2008 e? ason THE UNIVERSITY OF DALY KANSAN quote of the day — Barack Obama Today fact of the dav "I've always believed that we should have a playoff system in college football. I'm not sure who came up with the idea for the BCS formula we use today, but to borrow a phrase I've used over and over on the campaign trail, it's time for a change." Michigan Athletics Former President Gerald Ford played football at the University of Michigan, helping the Wolverines win National Titles in 1932 and 1933. trivia of the day Q: What character did former President Ronald Reagan play in the 1940 film, *Knute Rockne: All-American*? A: George "The Gipper" Gipp. schedule Volleyball: Colorado, 7 p.m. (Lawrence) Soccer: Texas A&M 7:30 p.m. (San Antonio, Texas) Thursday No Events Scheduled Friday Friday Swimming & Diving: Drury, 6 p.m. (Lawrence) Saturdav Football: Nebraska, 1:30 p.m. (Lincoln, Neb.) Swimming & Diving: Evansville, 2 p.m. (Lawrence) Volleyball: Texas Tech, 7 p.m. (Lawrence) Rowing: Kansas State, TBA (Manhattan, Kan.) Some players make time to vote; others too busy On Election Day, politics bleed into every crevice of life. That includes a weekly gathering where the discussion generally addresses the gridiron. The presidential election lay on the tip of everyone's tongue Tuesday afternoon at Mark Mangino's press conference. Mangino and reporters volleyed back and forth with typical questions and answers about Saturday's game at Nebraska, but eventually the writers — several emblazed with "1 Voted" stickers — had to ask the question. Did you tell your players to vote? "I did," Mangino said. "I told them that they have a right and they should exercise their right. Who knows, their vote could make a difference." That's not likely, according to some of the players' responses. BY TAYLOR BERN tbern@kansan.com Center Ryan Cantrell said his girlfriend forgot to remind him to register, and running back Jake Sharp said he was too busy to get registered. "Unfortunately you have to get registered way before to vote." Sharp said. "I think that's kind of silly." Well, I've heard worse excuses. Full disclosure: I'm not registered by reason of apathy. So they didn't vote, but that doesn't mean the pair is oblivious to politics. Cantrell expressed deep regret for missing out on the election because of its historic implications. Sharp said he agreed, but added that voting for one man or woman didn't make the government. "I feel like our president doesn't actually do that much." Sharp said. "It's the Cabinet and Congress and things like that. Either way, I'm going to support our president." Defensive back Justin Thornton said politics rarely snuck into the locker room, but it was a hot topic when players went to dinner or hung out. Mangino emphasized constitutional rights in his speech to players, but eventually he steered Tuesday's impromptu political discussion back to football. Do your players vote in Douglas County or fill out absentee ballots back home? "I didn't get that deeply into it," Mangino said. "I kind of had Nebraska on my mind." While some players could only mourn their lost voting opportunity, others had already hit the polls Tuesday morning. HOLT-REESING IN '24! James Holt blitzes and makes plays from several positions, making him a maverick among linebackers. You can guess which way his ballot swung. "I see more eye-to-eye with McCain." Holt said. The stauunch Republican joined another GOPer, quarterback Todd Reesing — a maverick in his own right — and rocked the vote on Tuesday. The duo views voting not only as a right, but also as a future career path. "I'm hoping to go into politics when I'm done here," Holt said. "Todd also has a pretty good argument on where he stands. I could see him or I getting into politics." Holt said he often discussed politics with Reeing away from the field, although the conversation occasionally amounted to nagging on Democrats. Still, Holt's political motives are pure. Here's hoping they stay that way. THE MORNING BREW "You want to go back home and try to make a change in your community." Holt said. "It's a great honor that people would honor you and respect you that they want you to make decisions for them in what determines their lives." In 16 years, there's no telling what the ultimate Jayhawk ticket could do for America. SOCCER One-step-at-a-time philosophy allows Jayhawks to stay optimistic — Edited by Brenna Hawley BY JAYSON JENKS jenks@kansan.com Sections of games, they said, represented a season-within-a season. All year, the Jayhawks chose to look at their season in parts rather than to view the 19 games as a whole. It's not surprising, then, that the Jayhawks are once again taking that approach heading into the Big 12 Tournament. "It's like our whole philosophy has been 'take it one step at a time',' junior defender Kim Boyer said. "This is a whole new kind of season. This is a whole other chapter." If the lavahawks' season were a book, they'd likely want to rewrite the last chapter. Needing a victory against Missouri to put themselves in a manageable position to reach the NCAA Tournament, Kansas suffered its worst loss since 1999. But, as Boyer said, that part of Kansas' season is finished. And to reach the NCAA Tournament, the Jayhawks ultimately win the Big 12 tournament. "We have absolutely nothing to lose," coach Mark Francis said. "We just have to control the things that we can control: execution, playing with confidence and competing for every ball. "Outside of that, the chips will fall as they do." The Jayhawks have put the Missouri loss behind them and shifted attention to tonight's game against Texas A&M and the Big 12 Tournament. The jayhawks knocked off the then-No. 6 Aggies 1-0 earlier this season. "For our senior class, if we don't win this next game, our season, our soccer careers, are over," senior midfielder Missy Geha said. "Yes, we've beaten them, and we have the confidence that can beat them again. "But, ultimately, we just want to go to the semifinals." Edited by Becka Cremer On the ball AUGUST 14, 2015 ASSOCIATED PRESS Liverpool's Steven Gerrard celebrates after scoring from the penalty spot at Athletic club, goalkeeper Lee France during their Champions League Group D soccer match in Liverpool on Tuesday. 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SPORTS GET YOUR FANTASY FOOTBALL FIX VOLLEYBALL PREVIEW ON KANSAN.COM THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN so much sports coverage, we couldn't cram it all into the print edition. See it online at KANSAN.COM/STORIES/SPORTS WWW.KANSAN.COM WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2008 KANSAS 98, WASHBURN 79 RUSTY BEGINNING ANSWER ICHLABOOS 14 3 Jayhawks claim win to start 2008 term BY TAYLOR BERN thern@kansan.com Jon Goering/KANSAN Junior guard Sherron Collins dips under a block attempt by Washburn forward Logan Stutz during a drive to the basket in the first half of Tuesday night's exhibition game at Allen Fieldhouse. Kansas defended Washburn 98-79. Election Day is a polarizing event. So many people work so many hours supporting their candidate, and for normal life a favorable affi Someone must lose. While democracy ran its course outside in the real world, Allen Fieldhouse welcomed voters young and old to celebrate the introduction of the 2008-09 Kansas Jayhawks, judging by the Washburn fans who cheered to the final buzzer, nobody lost. On a night when less-devoted fans planted their butts at home to watch hours of Election Night blaber, a nearcapacity crowd filled the Fieldhouse to witness real change, the kind of change that only occurs when a national championship team loses five players to professional basketball and ushers in seven newcomers. No election decided the leadership of this year's team. Had there been, coach Bill Self could have campaigned on taxing babies and still won in a landslide. Kansas' leader makes every move and decision without the hiss of second-guessers. He earned that bliss by fulfilling every campaign promise last season. This term, his Cabinet closely resembles last year's and familiar faces fill the House, but seven new Senators grace James Naismith Court. Self's inaugural speech on Oct. 17 stirred the crowd into a frenzy. Like any great speech, it left the masses excited and starved for more. Most of the team started its term in August, exhibiting its skills in exhibitions north of the border. Then, running mates Marcus and Markieff Morris joined the administration as the campaign prepared for Late Night in the Phog. Tuesday night, KU fans finally got another dilppe of their leaders. Cheers for the incumbent president soared to the rattlers and shook the freshly SEE BERN ON PAGE 9A Reed, Collins kick-start the Jayhawks' attack with big games PAGE 12A BY CASE KEEFER ckeefer@kansan.com The layhawks looked every bit their youth at the beginning of Tuesday's exhibition game against Washburn. They took ill-advised shots. They played poor defense. To prevent the Ichabods from staying in the game, the Jayhawks needed a spark. Like a dusty old truck stored away in the garage, all Kansas needed was someone to jump-start it. Along came Tyrel Reed's jump shot, Reed, a sophomore guard, connected on two three-pointers from the wing midway through the first half — adding to the two he had already made — to separate Kansas from Washburn and lead it to a 98-79 victory. "Coach says if I'm open, knock it down," Reed said. "I felt like I was open. Fortunately, they fell. We just needed to bring some more energy to the name." Reed added another three-pointer and hung around below the basket to finish with 16 points and five rebounds. But nothing in the game was as significant as Reed's initial 12 points. Sherron Collins took over from there. In case fans had forgotten how explosive Collins can be when healthy, he reminded them by recording 22 points, seven assists and a steal. Collins, a junior guard, also showed why Bill Self and his teammates have labeled him as the unquestioned leader of the layhawks. Collins did not shy away from being vocal with his younger teammates. He barked instructions at freshmen Tyshawn Taylor and Quintrell Thomas multiple times throughout the SEE BASKETBALL ON PAGE 9A FOOTBALL Freshman's switch to cornerback boosts play BY B.J. RAINS rains@kansan.com Patrons of Cici's Pizza sometimes get confused when they see Daymond Patterson's plate. "I eat a lot of pizza," Patterson said. "But I'm a salad guy, too. I like the salad bar at Cici's. Every time we go there, my teammates always ask me why I'm trying to eat healthy. I say 'I'm not trying to eat healthy — I just No, he's not taking the mountain of pizza or salad back to his teammates at the table — it's all for him. One of the Jayhawks' smallest players at 5-foot-9, 175 pounds, Patterson eats more than some of his biggest teammates. to eat healthy - I just like salad." Patterson and teammate A.I. Steward eat at Cicf's at least once each week and sometimes more. "We have a good time; just sit there and relax after practice," Patterson said. BUTTONS ON THE GAME Patterson These days, it's one of the few moments in the freshman's day when he's not thinking about football. After starting at wide receiver during the team's 5-2 start, Patterson switched to cornerback to help shore up a struggling defense. He has spent extra time catching up with the defense's schemes and playbook. After coming off the bench in a reserve role against Texas Tech, Patterson started at corner against Kansas State. Along with Justin Thornton, who switched from safety to the opposite corner before the Texas Tech game, Patterson helped allow only 207 passing yards to Kansas State quarterback Josh Freeman. "It's going a lot smoother than I thought," Patterson said of the switch. "I still have a few technique issues from just switching, but being a receiver, you know what they are thinking and how they will set up a route, so that's been able to help me a lot as far as knowing what a receiver likes to do." Patterson had 14 receptions for 154 yards and two touchdowns in the team's four nonconference games but didn't see the field at receiver again. Defensive coordinator Clint Bowen approached him the day after a 45-31 loss to Oklahoma and asked what he thought about switching to defense. "He was a guy that you just knew had the physical ability to run and change direction, which at the corner position is the most important," Bowen said. "We SOCCER SEE FOOTBALL ON PAGE 10A Kansas faces must-win situation Hawks get one more chance to play on after disappointing season BY ANDREW WIEBE awiebe@kansan.com Outlast the Aggies for the second time this season, and the Jayhawks will play at least one more game. Fall short, and the season will end with a first-round Big 12 Tournament exit for the fourth time in four seasons. Kansas' future is made up entirely of absolutes entering today's Big 12 Tournament first-round matchup against No.11 Texas A&M. Unless Kansas (11-7-1) wins three consecutive games to claim the Big 12's automatic NCAA Tournament bid, something it has never done, coach Mark Francis' team has almost no chance to compete in the postseason play. "It's our last opportunity," senior midfielder Missy Geha said. "It could be my last game, every game from here is do or die." Kansas began the season 5-1 but faded in conference play, finishing 4-5-1 against Big 12 opponents and claiming the seventh seed of eight in this week's tournament. Despite a disappointing end to the regular season, Francis said the one-and-done format meant any team had the opportunity to put together three solid games and make a run at the tournament title. "I told the team, 'It doesn't matter if you're 10-0 in the league or 2-8.' Francis said. "It makes absolutely no difference once you get into the tournament because it's a one-game situation. Basically everybody is on an even field. You just have to show up and perform." Francis knows better than most how narrow the distinction between victory and defeat can be in the Big 12 Tournament. Kansas was the No. 2 seed last November, but Oklahoma State ended its season in the first round. In 2006 the Jayhawks missed out on the second round after Colorado snuck past them on penalty kicks. Junior defender Kim Boyer said that the Big 12 Tournament didn't hold great memories but said that Kansas couldn't afford to dwell on the past when the season came down to 90 minutes. "You just have to take it for what it is, and go out there and win," Boyer said. "It doesn't matter what you did in the past." The Jayhawks beat the Aggies 1-0 on Oct. 17 at the Jayhawk Soccer Complex. but Francis said that the victory wouldn't play any role in the way either team performed tonight. "I don't think it's any advantage that we beat them last time," Francis said. "I'm sure that's extra motivation for them. It would be for us. It's a completely different game." DOLINSKY, CRESSY EARN CONFERENCE HONORS Junior midfielder Monica Dolinsky and freshman forward Emily Cressy were both honored by the Big 12 Conference for their play this season when postseason awards were announced on Monday. Dolinsky, who scored eight goals to go along with six assists, was named to the All-Big 12 first team. Cressy was named Big 12 Rookie of the Year for her performance in front of goal for the Jayhawks. The Ventura, Calif., native scored seven goals and contributed three assists to finish tied for second on the team in points. She is the first Kansas player to win the award. Edited by Scott R. Toland KU 4 KANSAN FILE PHOTO X Freshman forward Kelsey Clifton rucked on the field during a game earlier this season. Clifton and the Jayhawks are trying to pull off an upset in the first round of the Big 12 Tournament against No. 11 Texas A&M. 。 JAYHAWK SOCCER TEAM UPSETS NO.11 TEXAS A&M IN THE BIG 12 TOURNAMENT Kansas will play Missouri this Friday after defeating the Aggies 4-2. SPORTS | 1B Jayplay INSIDE THE STUDENT VOICE SINCE 1904 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN WWW.KANSAN.COM THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2008 VOLUME 120 ISSUE 56 UNDER THE INFLUENCE CAMPUS Voting open for game day T-shirt contest Five finalists remain out of more than 300 entries for The University Daily Kansan's "Search for the Shirt" contest, which aims at finding an official game day shirt for KU athletics events. Students can vote for their favorite slogan online at Kansan.com until next Thursday, Nov. 13. ECONOMY FULL STORY PAGE 3A Owners fight rising costs of imports, cut quantities The decreasing value of the U.S. dollar has made importing goods expensive for local businesses. Owners of businesses such as Hobbs, The Bay Leaf and Au Marché have had to cut back on imports and raise prices to be able to pay bills. FULL STORY PAGE 5A Photo Illustration by Jon Goerina BUSINESS Local bakeries affected by wheat prices Rising wheat prices have caused local bakeries and pizza shops to raise prices and look for new ways to cut costs. Some local businesses have raised prices by as much as 46 percent in the past year and half. FULL STORY PAGE 4A After a night at the bars DUI arrests in Lawrence have declined since 2003, but 18 percent of students say they have risked the fines, license suspension and social consequences of drinking and driving. BY JOE PREINER jpreiner@kansan.com The bars are closing. It's 2 a.m. Ryan has been drinking for nearly six hours. On an average night, he consumes anywhere from five to 10 drinks, usually a combination of shots and beer. He and his friends stumble out onto the sidewalk in downtown Lawrence. And then Ryan drives home. "I don't usually get wasted." Ryan said. "So when I leave, I am still feeling fine" Ryan, a Kansas City, Kan., senior who said he didn't want his last name included, doesn't get pulled over this time. In fact, he has never been pulled over despite drinking and driving more times than he said he could remember during the past two years. Ryan is lucky. and $1,000. The most recent statistics available from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said about 1.46 million people in the United States were arrested for driving under the influence in 2006. In Lawrence, DUI arrests have dropped 30 percent since 2003, according to the Lawrence Police Department's crime statistics. Eighteen percent of KU students said they had driven after consuming at least five alcoholic beverages, according to the 2006 National College Health Assessment. The Lawrence Police Department, which has jurisdiction over Massachusetts Street and the surrounding area, issued 219 DUI tickets in the first six months of this year. The department has issued an average of almost 42 DUIs each month for the last three years. The penalties for being caught driving under the influence of alcohol can be severe. Michele Kessler, attorney and associate director of Legal Services for Students, said there were two different sides to the legal implications of a DUI. One part of the process involves state laws and a suspension of a driver's license. The other involves those of the city or county where the offense occurred. Kessler said some chose to fight DUI tickets. A request for a hearing has to be filed within 10 days of the ticket, or the case can't be heard in court. She said the process entailed two separate cases, which addressed the licence suspension and fine attached to the infraction. The city charges first-time offenders between $500 Jenny McKee, health educator for Student Health Services, said the fine was put into perspective by how much students spent on alcohol. McKee said the University's online e-CHUG program, which monitors students' drinking habits, reported the average amount an average student spent on alcohol during a year was $999.04. Kessler said a DUI charge can hinder a student's future endeavors. In addition to monetary consequences, Kessler said, the criminal offense could damage one's reputation and affect a person's ability to get a job. Kim Murphree, records manager for "We've had incidents where students get in the car, put the key in and pass out," Kessler said. "You're operating even though you didn't get on the street." Kessler said police officers needed a probable cause to pull someone over if they suspected that person of driving under the influence. Sgt. Bill Cory of the Lawrence Police Department said police looked for drivers who commit basic traffic infractions, such as swerving, having burnt- up headlights or failing to stop completely at stop signs. Lawrence Police Department, said the decrease in DUIs could be attributed to the police actively enforcing drinking and driving laws. She said the department also encouraged citizens to report suspicious driving. Edited by Becka Cremer DUI numbers $500 - minimum fine for a DUI $1,000 - maximum fine for first-time DUI 48 hours spent in jail for a DUI 100 - hours of community service to avoid jail-time Source: Michele Kessler, attorney and associate director of Legal Services for Students ECONOMY University looks for more ways to trim spending Gov. Kathleen Sebelius announces 3-percent budget cuts; Chancellor's Office awaits advice from Regents BY RYAN MCGEENEY rmcgeeney@kansan.com Gov. Kathleen Sebelius announced Wednesday that state agencies would face 3-percent budget cuts for the upcoming fiscal year. While Sebelius said she planned to spare K-12 education from the belt-tightening, most state institutions, including the University, will have to find ways to carve enough from their individual budgets to reach the $60 million cut. The decision stems from a meeting of the Consensus Revenue Estimating Group, an agency within the Kansas Division of the Budget. On Tuesday, the group reduced the 2009 fiscal year General Fund forecast by $211 million. Nicole Corcoran, press secretary for Sebelius, said the governor had instructed heads of all state agencies to fill only essential positions at this time, and that deeper cuts for fiscal year 2010 were likely. Sebelius said that a state tax increase was likely off the table, because Kansas families were already having difficulty Lynn Bretz, director of University Communications, said Wednesday afternoon that the Chancellor's office was awaiting guidance from the Kansas Board of Regents regarding how the University should meet the coming budget restrictions. The $137 million budget shortfall is largely attributed to a decline in income tax revenue, as well as reduced property taxes as home values have sunk in the wake of the collapsing housing bubble. weathering the financial downturn. "KU's mission is to provide a high quality education to the students on Kansas," Bretz said. "For some time, we've been focusing on how to do that as efficiently as possible. When we got word this summer about the potential for budget cuts, we began looking hard at ways we could trim our expenditures. Obviously, with the governor's announcement today, we'll need to continue that approach." Bretz said that the University began evaluating expenditures in July, when the governor's office announced 1- to 2-percent budget cuts. With Wednesday's announcement, Bretz said that KU administrators and Regents would continue working with legislators in much the same way to find the most reasonable ways to deal with the economic downturn. "One thing we ask people to keep in mind is that we're all looking at a short-term budget shortfall," Bretz said. "But over the long term, KU's mission is to help create an educated workforce for Kansas, which is exactly what the state will need to grow the economy." —Edited by Becka Cremer index Classifieds. ... 3B Opinion... 7A Crossword. ... 6A Sports... 1B Horoscopes. ... 6A Sudoku... 6A All contents, unless stated otherwise, © 2008 The University Daily Kansan I just met you CALIFORNIA BANS SAME-SEX MARRIAGE As many as 18,000 same-sex marriages could be affected. 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Worker on 'n' roll or reque, sports or special events. KJHK 9.7 is for you. Hittin' the books Chance Dibben/KANSAN Daniel Lee, Portland, Ore., junior tutors Ashley Shedlon, Holcomb freshman, inside the newly completed Satabati Multicultural Resource Center on Wednesday afternoon. Paired through the HawkLink tutoring service, Sheldon said Lee instruction "helps me understand my classes, especially big lecture courses." CORBERT SCHNEIDER Q&A CONTRIBUTED PHOTO with Professor Brent Metz professor of anthropology BY JACOB MUSELMANN editor@kansan.com Brent Metz is a professor of anthropology at the University of Kansas. He earned his bachelor's degree in Spanish and anthropology, his master's degree in anthropology, and his doctorate in anthropology from the State University of New York. He has been teaching at the University since 2000. He is teaching two courses this semester: Indigenous Traditions of Latin America and Mexamerica. What do you like about teaching? I came from a rural, conservative area. My mind was really broadened by the university experience, and so it meant a lot to me, and therefore I want it to mean for students who have never had the chance to know the world. Plus, it's just very satisfying to broaden the horizons of students. That's what I like about it. writing, researching, publishing and working on committees. hours a day, but Sunday was a day of rest with only eight and one-half hours of work. That includes prepping for class, writing papers, doing research, writing letters of recommendation, grading theses, endless amounts of stuff. I don't mind doing it — only when it gets overwhelming. The amount of work sometimes can be heavy. Sometimes I am disappointed by student apathy. But only some students are apathetic. But that is disappointing and goes against the grain of what I like. It's also time-consuming. I once had to calculate how many hours I put in a week at a different university and it was 68 and one-half hours. So it was 10 What do you hate about teaching? Is it about the same amount of work at KU? About the same here. The weight of the work is different. Some semesters I taught four courses. I had taught a lot. But then here, I have more graduate students and fewer undergraduates, but that brings on other kinds of duties like thesis defenses, masters theses, doctoral dissertations and doctoral papers they have to defend. That stuff can be endless. The amount of work is the same, but what you're doing changes. Here I only teach two courses. If you're an instructor, you're required to teach four. There is no obligation to be on committees, no "publish or perish." The weight of an average professor's work is 40-40-20; forty percent research, 40 percent teaching and 20 percent service. Service mainly means being on committees. Only 40 percent of the time I'm supposed to be teaching. The rest of time I'm supposed to be What are you working on right now? I've got two papers in need of revision, quickly. One is in Spanish and to be published in Spain. The other is for a journal in the U.S. I've also got a book coming out that I've edited. It has 20 chapters and 19 authors. The theme of the book is the long history of the Chorti Maya area of Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador, going back 3,000 years to the present. I gather together any whoh did anything on this corner of the world, and ask them if they wanted to do it. Fortunately they said yes. What is the weight? if you could do anything besides teaching, what would it be? Sometimes I have fantasies of going into ethically based business that would help the Chori Maya. I've thought about that before. I don't know exactly what would work because I've seen many things fail. A lot of my leftist students have a reflex when they hear the word business and they think "evil." They think capitalists, they think exploitation, you know the Why are you so interested in Chorti Maya? story. But there can be a lot of good business that can help people. I got interested in Guatemala as an undergraduate when I was in the honors program during college. There was a three-week trip to Guatemala during Christmas break. I saw a poster for it and it really intrigued me, and it looked beautiful. It was $800 for three weeks, and I thought that was not so bad. It was the 1980s. Civil war was going on and it was very politically charged at the time. So I went on the trip and I just fell in love with the country. Years later, when I decided to do my doctoral dissertation, I went back to the country and looked at a place very few people had looked at. I thought, "Well, this is the perfect place." But I did not like being there at all. It was incredibly hot, dry and poor. I get sick just about every time I go. But it's kind of my mission, this area. But it is kind of my mission, this area. I do enjoy talking to people down there. I speak Chorti and Spanish, and it's always exhilarating to talk with them. - Edited by Brenna Hawley on campus The Flu Immunization Clinic will begin at 10 a.m. in The Underground in Wescoe Hall. The seminar "Searching for patterns of migration and development in North Mato Grosso State, Brazil" will begin at noon in 318 Bailey Hall. The seminar "Voices of the Prairie: Prairie Fiction Writers from Willa Cather to Kent Haruf" will begin at 2 p.m. in Continuing Education Building. The public event "Women Running for Office" will begin at 5:30 p.m. in the Dole Institute of Politics. The entertainment event "SUA Singing Bee" will begin at 8 p.m. in the Theatre in Hashinger Hall. The SUA Feature Film "Wall E" will be shown at 8 p.m. in Woodruff Auditorium in the Kansas Union. on the record On Nov. 5, the Lawrence Police Department reported that: On Nov. 1, one student reported being the victim of a battery, and another reported the theft of a $1,200 Apple laptop, two cellular telephones valued at $200, and other items totalling more than $360 in value. On Nov. 2, one student reported $5,000 in criminal damage to a 2004 Ford Mustang and the theft of speakers, an amplifier, and other items totalling $3,000 in value. Another student reported criminal damage to property and the theft of more than $1,000 of automotive stereo equipment. On Nov. 3, a student reported $100 in criminal damage when someone broke a window to his residence. On Nov. 5, a student reported being the victim of domestic violence battery. KUinfo daily KU info There are more than 530 registered student organizations at KU. Surely there is one for you! Check out the organizations directory at the Student Involvement and Leadership Center Website. contact us Tell us your news Contact Matt Erickson, Mark Dawl, Dami Hurst, Branna Hawley or editor @kansan.com/ or editor @kanan.com/ Kansan newsroom 111 Stuffer-Flint Hall Stuffer-Flint Hall Lawrence KS 65043 (785) 864-4810 GRE™ LSAT™ GMAT™ TEST PREPARATION That's Right on Target. KU CONTINUING EDUCATION The University of Kansas Register early! Save $100! Test preparation classes now enrolling. 090098 www.ContinuingEd.ku.edu (keyword: testprep) - 785-864-5823 "The Role and Responsibility of the Multi-National Corporation" Cynthia Carroll CEO of Anglo American 3-4 p.m., Friday, November 14 Spencer Museum of Art Auditorium Reception to follow Cynthia Carroll is the first woman to become chief executive at Anglo American, one of the world's largest independent mining companies. She received her master's degree in geology from KU before going on to earn an MBA at Harvard University. In 2008, Forbes Magazine ranked her 5th in their list of The World's 100 Most Powerful Women. They described Carroll as "a powerhouse in the world of commodities, a sector crucial to the world's economy. And within the corridors of world governments, she is a force to be reckoned with." thin Co-sponsored by KU's Office of the Chancellor, the School of Business, the Department of Geology, and the Alumni Association No tickets are required This event is free and open to the public hallcenterku.edu • 785-964-4798 4 KU HALL CENTER FOR THE HUMANITIES The University of Kansas ? A THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2009 NEWS 3A CAMPUS Voting open for students in traditions T-shirt contest BY B.J. RAINS rains@kansan.com Starting today students can vote on Kansan.com for the five finalists in the Kansan's "Search for The Shirt" contest after a committee chose five slogans from more than 300 entries that were received in the past two weeks. The voting will end a week from today on Nov. 13, and the winner will be announced soon after. The University Daily Kansan is teaming up with the Athletics Department, the KU Alumni Association and the Kansas Union to come up with an official game day shirt for students, alumni and fans to all wear at KU sporting events this year. "We're trying to make this something that we can do year after year," said Katie Feeley, promotions manager for The Kansan. "We think its something students will like because not only did they submit the slogans, they are getting to vote on which one they want." "The best thing about this contest is that it was by the students and for the students", said Mike Harrity, assistant athletics director for Student-Athlete Development and Community Relations. "It's a powerful thing to see the winning slogan on T-shirts on campus and at our athletics events. It shows the influence that students can have when they work together." "They sold 150,000 of them last year and a made a lot of money for charity and stuff," Feeley said. "Obviously, this is our first year of trying to do something like that, so it won't be that big, but we're really trying to make it 'the shirt' for everybody to have." A shirt was created last year to replace the Muck Fizzou shirts, but the group is now trying to start a tradition of having a new shirt selected each year. Harrity said he hoped someday the project would get as big as Notre Dame's. They took the idea from the University of Notre Dame, which is in its 19th season of holding a similar game day shirt contest. "It's been inspiring to see the energy and enthusiasm the student leaders from various groups have Students can vote for the five finalists on Kansan.com until next Thursday, Nov. 13. - The Swagger is Back - Rock Chalkin' your socks off since 1965 - My favorite subject in school was always Gameday - The University of Kansas Majoring in Champion- hiness 1997 - Fly like a Jayhawk, Sting like a beak Feeley said the T-shirts would be in stores as early as the end of November. They will sell for $10. invested to help make this project a success", Harriity said. "Notre Dame's project was started 18 years ago, and our group aspires to establish a tradition as strong as Notre Dame's has become." — Edited by Brenna Hawley ELECTION 2008 Obama selects chief of staff Illinois representative offered job, unclear if he accepted BY DAVID ESPO AND NEDRA PICKLER ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON — President-elect Barack Obama pivoted quickly to begin filling out his new administration on Wednesday, selecting hard-charging Illinois Rep. Rahm Emanuel as White House chief of staff while aides stepped up the pace of transition work that had been cloaked in pre-election secrecy. Several Democrats confirmed that Emanuel had been offered the job. While it was not clear he had accepted, a rejection would amount to an unlikely public snub of the new president-elect within hours of an electoral college landslide. With hundreds of jobs to fill and only 10 weeks until Inauguration Day, Obama and his transition team confronted a formidable task complicated by his anti-lobbyist campaign rhetoric. The official campaign Web Site said no political appointees would be permitted to work on "regulations or contracts directly and substantially related to their prior employer for two years. And no political appointee will be able to lobby the executive branch after leaving government service during the remainder of the administration." But almost exactly one year ago, on Nov. 3, 2007, candidate Obama went considerably further than that while campaigning in South Carolina. "I don't take a dime of their money, and when I am president, they won't find a job in my White House," he said of lobbyists at the time. Because they often have prior experience in government or politics, lobbyists figure as potential appointees for presidents of both parties. On the morning after making history, the man elected the first black president had breakfast with his wife and two daughters at their Chicago home, went to a nearby gym and visited his downtown offices. Aides said he planned no public appearances until later in the week, when he has promised to hold a news conference. As president-elect, he begins receiving highly classified briefings from top intelligence officials Thursday. In offering the post of White House chief of staff to Emanuel, Obama turned to a fellow Chicago politician with a far different style from his own, a man known for his bluntness as well as his single-minded determination. Emanuel was a political and policy aide in Bill Clinton's White House. Leaving that, he turned to investment banking, then won a Chicago-area House seat six years ago. In Congress, he moved quickly into the leadership. As chairman of the Democratic campaign committee in 2006, he played an instrumental role in restoring his party to power after 12 years in the minority. Emanuel maintained neutrality during the long primary battle between Obama and Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton, not surprising given his long-standing ties to the former first lady and his Illinois connections with Obama. The day after the election there already was jockeying for Cabinet appointments. Several Democrats said Sen. John Kerry of Massachusetts, who won a new six-year term on Tuesday, was angling for secretary of state. They spoke on condition of anonymity, saying they were not authorized to discuss any private conversations. Kerry's spokeswoman, Brigid O'Rourke, disputed the reports. "It's not true. It's ridiculous," she said in an interview. Announcement of the transition team came in a written statement from the Obama camp. The group is headed by John Podesta, who served as chief of staff under former President Clinton; Pete Rouse, who has been Obama's chief of staff in the Senate, and Valerie larrett, a friend of the president-elect and campaign adviser. Several Democrats described a sprawling operation well under way. Officials had kept deliberations under wraps to avoid the appearance of overconfidence in the weeks leading to Tuesday's election. They said the group was stocked with longtime associates of Obama, as well as veterans of Clinton's White House. Quite apart from transition issues, Obama's status as an incumbent member of Congress presents issues unseen since 1960, when John F. Kennedy moved from the Senate to the White House. ASSOCIATED PRESS Displaced Congolese protect themselves from a rain storm in the Kibati camp north of Goma, eastern Congo, on Tuesday. Congo's government rejected rebel leader Laurent Nkunda's demand for direct talks to solve the crisis in eastern Congo, where fighting between rebels and the government has left tens of thousands of refugees desperate for international aid. INTERNATIONAL 6.3 4.32 Fighting in Congo forces locals to flee Sign up to be a Student Senate Tutor! Set your own rates! Give back to the University Community! Fill out the form at: http://studentsenateku.edu/tutoring/tutors.html Or pick up a form in the Student Senate Office at 410 Kansas Union. BY ANITA POWELL ASSOCIATED PRESS KIWANJA, Congo - Sporadic gunfire and explosions echoed Wednesday around this town in eastern Congo, as rebels fought pro-government militiamen for a second day, forcing thousands of people to flee. In Kiwanja, 45 miles north of the main city Goma, clashes erupted Tuesday between rebels and a militia known as the Mai Mai, but the violence eased Wednesday afternoon. A wider cease-fire between the rebels and the government was holding further south around the provincial capital, however, as diplomats prepared to assemble a regional peace summit Friday in Kenya. It was bringing together U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and the presidents of Rwanda and Congo. Speaking in an interview, warlord Laurent Nkunda accused Congo's army of fitting mortars toward rebel positions from behind militia lines during Wednesday's battles. He also said ethnic Hutu Rwandan militias linked to Rwanda's 1994 genocide were fighting alongside the Mai Mai around Kiwania. On the edge of Kiwanja, hundreds of people took shelter at a rooftail, abandoned school beside In nearby village of Mabenga, a Belgian journalist working for a German newspaper was kidnapped by the Mai Mai late Tuesday along with his assistant and three rebel fighters, according to local official Gilles Simpeze. He said the government was negotiating their release. The army could not be reached for comment. Associated Press journalists who visited Kiwanja at midday saw several thousand people on the roads, including mothers with babies on their backs, trying to find safety. As insurgents loyal to Nkunda searched houses, artillery fire boomed in the hills nearby, and rebels told the reporters to leave. Nkunda claimed the army had also taken part in fighting Saturday in two other towns in the region: Mweso and Kashuga, breaking the cease-fire Nkunda unilaterally declared Oct. 29 three times. "This morning they wanted to advance (past Kiwanja) ... but our forces fought them back," Nkunda said. "They were very well armed." Few had time to gather up possessions. One man carried only his Bible. In Kiwanja, the streets were empty except for refugees. Ramshackle shops were shuttered, wooden doors were padlocked. A few residents peeked out of their homes and ducked back inside. a U.N. base manned by Indian peacekeepers. The soldiers, in blue helmets and flak jackets, crouched behind sandbags and a ring of concertina wire. Fighting in Congo intensified in August and has since displaced around 250,000 million people, forcing exhausted refugees to struggle through the countryside, lugging belongings, children, even goats. ("The U.N.) should open up their gates to protect us," said Ntaganzi Sinzahera, a 30-year-old refugee. But soon after, Sinzahera and everyone else at the school left, joining a large crowd of refugees streaming toward the adjacent rebel-controlled town of Rutsuru. "Tonight we don't know where we're going," said 21-year-old Omar Issa, who joined the crowds leaving Kiwanja. "I didn't bring anything. We don't have any food." JOIN THE BEST. We don’t appreciate laziness. In fact, we can’t stand it. The Kansan Advertising Staff is now hiring for the spring semester. We’re looking to hire the most driven students at KU for positions in advertising sales or design. 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"It's not a real big deal, but sometimes I don't let myself "Our prices should be higher, but we have continually stayed behind the average price of a loaf of bread." our product," Garrett said. buy that cup of coffee on the way to work, or stuff like that," he said. The bakery has raised its menu prices three times in the past nine months to keep up with the rising cost of wheat. A $5.50 loaf of honey whole wheat bread cost $3.75 White, a Lawrence resident, isn't buying less bread than he has for the past 15 years, but his favorite food is costing him more. The prices at local bakeries and pizza shops have skyrocketed by as much as 46 percent in the past year and a half. Garrett said it had become increasingly difficult to make a profit, but his business was constantly thinking of new ways to cut costs. He said the store had scheduled labor tighter and started shopping more competitively for the cheapest Hard Red Spring Wheat, the type of wheat used to make almost every type of bread. BOB GARETT Owner of Great Harvest Bread Co. Bob Garrett, owner of Great Harvest Bread Co., 807 Vermont St., said his business had taken a financial hit from high wheat prices. His store produces 6,000 to 7,000 loaves of bread per month at a cost of about $1 per loaf. Garrett said that a year ago, a loaf of bread cost about $.80 to make. That means Garrett spends about $1,400 extra per month on making bread. "We decided months ago that we would not reduce the quality of last December. That 46 percent increase in menu prices has changed the way Garrett operates his bakery. "Our prices should be higher, but we have continually stayed behind the average price of a loaf of bread, Garrard, said. Terry Kastens, professor of agriculture economics at Kansas State University, said wheat prices 15 months ago were less than $5 per bushel. He said this month prices had been floating between $8 and $9. Three months ago, one bushel of wheat went for more than $1.2 Kastens said the price of every crop had risen because of the soaring cost of energy, especially crude oil. The increased production of ethanol in 2006 and a massive world demand on limited supplies have caused wheat prices to rise more than other crops. "When ethanol became more popular, a lot of the acreage for wheat was converted into corn fields and soy bean fields," Kastens said. Although the rise in grain prices has severely affected businesses and consumers, the agriculture industry has benefited. "Generally, anybody connected to agriculture is making a pretty good profit," kastens said. "It has really provided an economic boom for all the rural areas." According to the Kansas Wheat Commission, wheat will have a $2 billion economic effect on Kansas in 2008. Farmers, mill operators and farm implement businesses will see the biggest profit. Not everybody has been positively affected. At Muncher's Bakery, 92.5 Iowa St., owner Mike Tennyson has been forced to raise the price of every item on the menu by 20 percent. The price change was made in April, but there hasn't been a dropoff in business since then. Tennyson said that he believed most customers understood that increasing prices were necessary. "it's something you just have to do," he said. "We had no choice. Once red flour went from $8.95 per bag to $29 per bag in one month, we had no option but to raise the prices. It would have devastated us." Pizza restaurants have also been affected by wheat prices. Papa Keno's Pizzeria employee Emma Golden, said that Papa Keno's, 1035 Massachusetts St., had a staff meeting a month ago about the rising cost of wheat. To save money, employees have been instructed to put fewer toppings on the pizzas. Kastens said that wheat prices had started to decrease during the past few weeks, but that prices would never return to $5 per bushel. He said he didn't expect prices to reach $12 per bushel again anytime soon. White said he would still buy two to three loaves of fresh-baked bread a week, just as he had for the past 15 years. "It's very tough to predict because the market is extremely volatile right now," Kastens said. "My guess is that the prices will rebound and start to go back up sooner than later." "Since I love the fresh bread, I try to cut out other expenses that aren't necessary." White said. MILK - Edited by Jennifer Torline Nina Dahm prepares sourdough starter, which will be used to make sourdough bread, at Great Harvest Bread Co. on Wednesday afternoon. Dahem said sourdough starter is aged and passed down from generation to generation. "Sourdough bread tastes better the more it ages," she said. "We got this starter from a 100-year-old lady. It was in her family since the Alaskan gold rush." Jessica Sain-Baird/KANSAN INTERNATIONAL Six Hamas militants dead in brief clashes with Israeli army GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip — Israel and Gaza's Hamas rulers scrambled Wednesday to contain fallout from the deadliest outbreak of violence since a truce brought an uneasy peace to the area five months ago. BY DIAAHADID ASSOCIATED PRESS Gaza militants pounded southern Israel with dozens of rockets to avenge raids that left six militants dead, but the guns quickly fell silent with neither side appearing to have much to gain from renewed hostilities. "We have no intention of violating the quiet." Israeli Defense Minister Ehud Barak said on a tour of areas bordering Gaza. "But in any place where we need to thwart an action against Israeli soldiers and civilians, we will act." Hamas spokesman Fawzi Barhoum said the group fired deep into Israel to demonstrate the price of continued aggression. At the same time, he said, Hamas had contacted Egyptian mediators to find ways of keeping the truce intact. Before the Egyptian-mediated truce in June, near-daily rocket barraces played havoc with southern border towns and Israel has not found a military solution to stop them. Retaliatory Israeli airstrikes killed scores of Palestinians in Gaza. DROP IN. POWER UP. THROW DOWN. DROP IN. POWER UP. THROW DOWN. GAME GUY Your retro gaming headquarters! BUY. SELL. TRADE. REPAIR. 7 E. 7th Street (785)331-0080 GAME GUY Your retro gaming headquarters! BUY. SELL. TRADE. 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Hamas responded with the barrage of rockets, including one that landed in an empty area in the city of Ashkelon, some 10 miles north of Gaza. passage was to be used for a kidnapping. Hamas already is holding an Israel soldier that militants captured in a cross-border raid more than two years ago. There were no reports of injuries or property damage. The army said four soldiers were wounded, two moderately, in the fighting. Thousands of Palestinian mourners rushed slain militants through the streets of the southern Gaza town of Khan Younis, waving green Hamas flags and vowing revenge. Defense officials said they knew the raid could jeopardize the ceasefire, but concluded Hamas would have an interest in restoring the calm. Israeli defense officials said they had discovered a 300-yard long tunnel days ago, and concluded the Sporadic rocket attacks on southern Israel have persisted since the truce, but the attacks were carried out by smaller groups seeking to embarrass Hamas for preserving a truce with the leishuv state. Continued attacks have prompted Israel to close its crossings into the coastal strip of 1.4 million Palestinians. Israel and Egypt lead a blockade on the Gaza Strip, imposed since Hamas seized power of the territory a year ago. Every Thursday 50¢ DRAWS at Duffy's in EconoLodge [6th & Iowa] DQ DQ Buy One Blizzard and Get ONE FREE of equal or lesser size 2345 Iowa 1835 Massachusetts 842-9359 843-3588 Coupon not valid with any other offer. Expires 11/30/2008 The link to your future The link to your future 2008 Internship, Summer Camp & Non-Profit Career Fair November 13,2008 3:30 p.m.to 6:30 p.m. Kansas Union 5th Floor Open to ALL students, faculty and staff. Presented by: University Career Center Burge Union, Room 110 1601 Irving Hill Road Lawrence, KS 66045 www.KUCareerHawk.com Phone: (785) 864-3624 E-mail: ucc@ku.edu --- THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2008 NEWS 5A ECONOMY Money tight for local businesses that import goods Decreasing value of U.S. dollar has forced owners to cut back on expensive products and raise prices of others BY ADAM SCHOOF editor@kansan.com editor@kansan.com When Mark Swanson flew to New York City to negotiate with European vendors for his clothing and accessory business, he couldn't buy half of what he had the previous year. "It was cool stuff, but it was way too expensive," Swanson said. Since the value of the U.S. dollar has decreased, the cost of importing goods has increased. This has affected many local businesses that import products, such as Swanson's store, Hobbs. Swanson said that he imported 60 to 70 percent of his inventory, and that the price of European products have increased by about 30 percent in the past year. "There's no way we're buying like we did," he said. Geri Riekhof, owner of the kitchen accessory store The Bay Leaf, said she, too, had to cut back on her foreign imports. She said the economic climate had prevented her from stocking her store with more ornate pieces, such as Italian ceramics. Riekhof's brother, an importer in Chicago, helps her buy directly from the manufacturer instead of relying on a wholesale distributor. Even with this advantage, though, Riekhof said importing was still too expensive. omy. That means customers have fewer choices and less competition She said she believed customers wouldn't pay for the more expensive products in a struggling ecom- tower choices and among businesses to lower prices. Riekhof said she looked for products made in America and Canada first because the price of imports had risen, she said it helped her make the most of her money. Marché sold was imported. "I can't keep the prices we had a year ago and pay our bills. This could be a long run.I don't know when this economic crisis will end." One Lawrence business significantly affected by import prices is the European food market Au Marché, owned by Lora Wiley. Wiley said 99 percent of what Au LORA WILEY Owner of Au Marche prices we had a year ago and pay our bills," she said. "This could be a long run, 1 don't know when this economic crisis will end." and pinching customers' wallets, but said she was more worried about the future of her business. Prices have gone up for Wiley across the board, and she has had She said she had reservations about raising prices to raise her mark-up. Regular customers at Au Marche are feeling the crunch. "I come in every month or so just to look at prices," Jessie Johnson, Lawrence resident and Au Marché customer, said. "I've been buying less foreign stuff because it's so expensive. You have to be choosy now and think, 'Do I really need this?'" Johnson said price had been her primary concern when making purchases. John Keating, associate professor of economics, said people would continue to buy imported goods as long as they had the money because there weren't many alternatives in the market. Keating said the dollar could rise because of signs that the economy was turning around, such as Warren Buffet's $5 billion stake of Goldman Sachs. This would strengthen the dollar and make imported goods more affordable. Keating also said having a wholesale distributor, or middleman who can absorb price changes, could help keep prices of imported goods from fluctuating. Research suggests that the closer a purchase is to the original manufacturer, the more turbulent the price will be, Keating said. Wiley uses a distributor to get her imported goods and agreed with Keating that it was better to have a middleman in the mix. California passes amendment that bans same-sex marriage NATIONAL Edited by Jennifer Torline JUST MARRIED Vote NO on PART I BY LISA LEFF ASSOCIATED PRES Married same-sex couple Stuart Gaffney and John Lewis watch election returns during a rally against California Proposition 8 in San Francisco Tuesday. They campaigned to reject ballot measure Proposition 8 that would ban same-sex marriage in California. The proposition passed, reversing the California Supreme Court decision that had made same-sex marriages legal in June. Associated Press LOS ANGELES — Voters put a stop to same-sex marriage in California, dealing a crushing defeat to gay-rights activists in a state they hoped would be a vanguard and putting in doubt as many as 18,000 same-sex marriages conducted since a court ruling made them legal this year. The gay-rights movement had a rough election elsewhere as well. On Tuesday, amendments to ban gay marriage were approved in Arizona and Florida, and Arkansas voters approved a measure banning unmarried couples from serving as adoptive or foster parents. Supporters made clear that gays and lesbians were their main target. But California, the nation's most populous state, had been the big prize. Spending for and against Proposition 8 reached $74 million, the most expensive social- issues campaign in U.S. history and the most expensive campaign this year outside the race for the White House. Activists on both sides of the issue saw the measure as critical to building momentum for their causes. "People believe in the institution of marriage," Frank Schubert, comanager of the Yes on 8 campaign, said after declaring victory early Wednesday. "It's one institution that crosses ethnic divides, that crosses partisan divides. ... People have stood up because they care about marriage and they care a great deal." With almost all precincts reporting, election returns showed the measure winning with 52 percent of the vote. An estimated 2 million to 3 million provisional and absentee ballots remained to be tallied, but based on trends and the locations of the votes still outstanding, the margin of support in favor of the initiative was secure. Leaders of the No on 8 campaign said they were not ready to concede. Exit polls for The Associated Press found that Proposition 8 received critical support from black voters who flocked to the polls to support Barack Obama for president. About seven in 10 blacks voted in favor of the ban, while Latinos also supported it and whites were split. "Because Prop 8 involves the sensitive matter of individual rights, we believe it is important to wait until we receive further information about the outcome," Geoff Kors, director of Equality California, said in a statement Wednesday. Californians overwhelmingly passed a ban on same-sex marriage in 2000, but gay-rights supporters had hoped public opinion on the issue had shifted enough for this year's measure to be rejected. "We pick ourselves up and trudge on," said Kate Kendell, executive director of the National Center for Lesbian Rights. "There has been enormous movement in favor of full equality in eight short years. That is the direction this is heading, and if it's not today or it's not tomorrow, it will be soon." The constitutional amendment limits marriage to heterosexual couples, nullifying the California Supreme Court decision that had made same-sex marriages legal in the state since June. Similar bans had prevailed in 27 states before Tuesday's elections, but none were in California's situation — with about 18,000 gay couples already married. The state attorney general, Jerry Brown, has said those marriages will remain valid, although legal challenges are possible. Despite intense disappointment, some newlyweds chose to look on the positive side, taking comfort that millions of Californians had voted to validate their relationships. CITY SCIENCE CENTER APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, November 7 TEACHFORAMERICA Full salary and benefits. All academic majors. www.teachforamerica.org I'm supposed to go to the game on Saturday! I'll be in so much trouble if I call in sick to work again! I have a test tomorrow morning! I can't go on my date feeling like this! WHY DIDN'T I JUST GET A FLU SHOT?! Protect yourself against the flu by getting vaccinated. 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President-elect Barack Obama, left, his wife Michelle Obama, right, and two daughters, Malia, and Sasha, center left, wave to the crowd at the election night rally in Chicago. Tuesday Obamas dress for success President-elect's family has 'classic American style' BY SAMANTHA CRITCHELL ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK — The Obama's first official appearance as first family-elect will be long remembered for many weighty historic reasons, but it could also signal another new beginning; An entirely different fashion sense in the White House. The Obama family took the stage in Chicago Tuesday night in color-coordinated outfits, all with touches of red or black. For Michelle Obama, no stuffy suits or demure pastels here: Instead she wore a striking red-and-black dress designed by well-regarded, but not-so-mainstream, Narciso Rodriguez. President-elect Barack Obama wore the same style dark-navy suit custom-made by Hart Schaffner Marx that he wore at the Democratic Convention, the company says, accompanied with a deep red, striped necktie. Older daughter Malia wore a red bubble-hem dress, while the younger Sasha wore a black dress with an oversized bow on the front. "One of the things about Michelle and Barack is that they have classic American style," said Pamela Fiori, editor in chief of Town & Country. Together, they made a pleasing picture of coordination and confidence, style-watchers say. Michelle Obama also has worn some relatively new names on the fashion scene, including Thakoon Panichgul and Maria Pinto. She also wore an off-the-rack style by White House Black Market on "The View." "I hope as they move into the White House, they'll continue that and dress in a lot of American designers — it certainly has been the case so far. She says on TV that she's wearing an outfit from J.Crew," she said. 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Most just want to make sure that religion still has an influence on their ideology. comment by vladislav The liberals are the ones usually substituting ideology for religion since they rarely practice one. Our ideology didn't fail during the Bush years. The members of the Republican party who were in Congress (and Bush) did not adhere to it. In the few areas they did we have seen success. The Bush tax cuts, for example, stimulated the economy to rousing success without sacrificing federal revenue. We faced deficits because of bloated spending, not something a conservative would advocate. The conservative ideology is still a winning ideology compared to the leftist ideology. As connerm said, it's the people in Washington (Congress, not the president) that were supposed to implement the ideology that failed, not the ideology. The Republicans in Congress allowed spending to get out of control, What conservatives keep getting wrong ASSOCIATION CILIA DE L'ASSOCIATION CILIA, une association de professionnels en matière de santé et de prévention de la maladie, est une société privée non affiliée. Elle travaille avec des scientifiques et des experts en matière de santé et de prévention de la maladie, et elle participe à des workshops et congrès de la science et de la santé. Elle est un partenaire communautaire dans le département de l'Associel Cilia. La Association Cilia est une association de professionnels en matière de santé et de prevention de la maladie, qui est un partenaire communautaire dans le département de l'Associel Cilia. La Association Cilia est une association de professionnels en matière de santé et de prevention de la maladie, qui est un partenaire communautaire dans le département de l'Associel Cilia. La Association Cilia est une association de professionnels en matière de santé et de prevention de la maladie, qui est un partenaire communautaire dans le département de l'Associel Cilia. LE RÉGISTRE À partir de ce mercredi 1er août, les tribunaux du département de l'Associel Cilia ont été créés en vertu de la convention relativa aux tribunaux du département de l'Associel Cilia. Cette convention constitue une base de droit juridique pour les tribunaux du département de l'Associel Cilia. LE RÉGISTRE À partir de ce mercredi 1er août, les tribunaux du département de l'Associel Cilia ont été créées en vertu de la convention relativa aux tribunaux du departement de l'Associel Cilia. Cette convention constitue une base juridique pour les tribunaux du département de l'Associel Cilia. LE RÉGISTRE À partir de ce mercredi 1er août, les tribunaux du département de l'Associel Cilia ont été créées en vertu de la convention relativa aux tribunaux du département de l'Associel Cilia. Cette convention constitue une base juridique pour les tribunaux du département de l'Associel Cilia. LE RÉGISTRE À partir de ce mercredi 1er août, les tribunaux du departement de l'Associel Cilia ont été créées en vertu de la convention relativa aux tribunaux du departement de l'Associel Cilia. Cette convention constitue une base juridique pour les tribunaux du de becoming more like Democrats in the process. This is where they failed. Leftists want to pin the economic calamity we are in on George W. Bush. Bush hasn't failed insofar as his economic ideology. Look around: He faced a recession courtesy of the late-90s dot com bust as he took office. He faced Sept. 11. The economy rebounded with vigor. Then, with Democrats pushing for easy lending and the Fed keeping interests rates too low in 2003, the housing price bubble was created which has now burst. —excerpted from a comment by KU88 editorials around the state ASSOCIATED PRESS Prohibit Westar from breaking promise Westar customers who previously purchased electricity from Kansas Power & Light, like those in Lawrence, had better be ready for the other shoe to drop. The Kansas Corporation Commission is moving toward approval of a compromise rate increase negotiated by Westar and the Citizens' Utility Rate-payers Board. The negotiated increase would raise electrical rates by about 11 percent, instead of the 15 percent originally proposed by Westar. That's the relatively good news. However, the KCC also said last week that it plans to consider a related issue that could bump electrical rates up even higher for customers formerly served by KPL. The "equalization" issue dates back to 1991 when KPL merged with Kansas Gas and Electric, which was charging significantly higher electrical rates to offset its costs for building the Wolf Creek nuclear power plant. As part of the merger, KPL customers were protected from those higher rates and have continued to pay lower rates than former KG&E customers. A KCC spokesman made the argument that equalization would spread among all Westar customers the cost of environmental remediation efforts that will be required at the Jeffrey, Lawrence, Tecumseh and LaCygne coal-fired plants. Although former KPL customers would be helping pay off the debt for Wolf Creek, they also would benefit from the lower production costs at that plant, she said. Now, the KCC says it's time to consider equalizing those rates. Fairness should be the KCC's top consideration in this matter. KG&E customers made the decision to take on the debt for Wolf Creek and it's only fair that they should be responsible for that debt. Westar should not be allowed to backtrack on that promise. - The Lawrence Journal-World Nov. 3 editorial HOW TO SUBMIT A LETTER TO THE EDITOR LETTER GUIDELINES Send letters to opinion kanans.com Write **LETTER TO THE EDITOR** in the e-mail subject line. Length: 200 words The Kansan will not print letters that attack a reporter or columnist. 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WELL, BOYS, BACK IN 2008, I INVENTED THE TECHNOLOGY THAT LET CABLE NEWS NETWORKS PUT TEN PUNDITS UP ON THE SCREEN AT A TIME. I HAVEN'T WORKED A DAY SINCE. Reading, writing are two of our last bonds THE CYNICAL OPTIMIST NICK MANGIARACINA Do you remember me? Do you remember me? "Yeah, I remember you. You're the guy who was always reading those thick books in high school." Yeah, that was me. But it wasn't until after high school that I conquered Tolstoy's "War and Peace," a journey spanning seven months. So here I am again. Still reading. Not as much as I should be, but reading nonetheless. Unfortunately, I am in the minority. According to a 2004 report by the National Endowment for the Arts, the percentage of people reading literature dropped 10 percentage points from 1982 to 2002. More significant was the 17 percentage point decline of reading literature of those between the ages of 18 and 24 during the same time period. Standardized test scores support this trend. The Center for Pubic Education reported a 6 percentage point decline on National Assessment of Education Progress reading test scores among 12th graders between 1992 and 2005. As the name suggests, this test is used to measure progress in education, especially in math and reading. measuring reading ability. When you get into the specifics, it's difficult to measure how well someone can read by talking about what percentage of people scored at the proficient level or the exemplary level for instance. Because reading ability and writing ability are closely related, it's fair to look at writing ability to gauge how literate Americans are. However, test scores are often an abstract and impersonal way of Martin Rochester of the Education newspaper Education Week wrote in 1996, "As a college professor for over a quarter of a century, I have been struck by the steady, almost annual decline in the literacy of students. This observation has been confirmed by colleagues in various disciplines at virtually all universities with which I have had contact. By literacy, I mean (1) the capacity to read a sophisticated written work and to understand the major ideas expressed by the author and (2) the capacity to write polished prose consisting of complete words, sentences, and paragraphs using standard English conventions." I have seen both of Rochester's critiques in action and notably the second. Stories have the power to change the world — like the kickoff chant. However, while wasting time bickering over the political correctness of the football kickoff chant, we should be discussing why a quote from "The Waterboy" is so popular. process. These were pieces riddled with sentence fragments, misspellings and usage problems. Sure, these were rough drafts, but it's impossible to give feedback when you have no idea what the person is even trying to say. Effective writing and reading not only allow us to effectively communicate, but in an increasingly fragmented world, it is one of the few universals left. It brings everyone together. Religion does not unite us. Sports do not unite us. Storytelling does. Everyone is a storyteller and everyone appreciates a good story. Stories transcend time and culture and age and gender. Amidst a short story editing session my senior year of high school, I was shocked at the horridness of the pieces I read. It was not the subject matter or style that tripped me up but the inability of the author to string coherent thoughts together. I remember at least three times not knowing where to start the editing That's another story though. The importance of being able to read and write well can't be overstated. Of late the problem with not being able to read and write well has focused on not being able to compete with workers in China and India, which is important, but there are really more important reasons why the decline in literacy is such a problem. Mangiaracina is a Lenexa senior in journalism. Where I discovered the heart of America MUSINGS OF THE DOOMED ZACHARY GRAHAM The sun is quietly creeping over the silhouettes of the houses and trees dotting the horizon. Fall is in control. There is a cool breeze blowing from the east, and the sound of the fallen leaves moving along the street is reassuring. The music of humanity temporarily drowns out the leaves, and I hear a flag whipping in the distance. Fall is indeed in control. There's a line but no one cares. They have coffee cups in their hands and smiles on their faces. There is absolute silence but there is definitely communication. M Partially intoxicated by an indulgence in Colombian coffee, I make my way to the nexus of America. Some people are pacing. Some are checking the time. Others try to make small talk but the conversation dies as soon as it starts and their eyes awkwardly glance down. ASSOCIATED PRESS I hear curtains being opened and shut and the sound of electronics humming. Everybody is equal here. They have one name, and they have one duty, and no one can deny them. They know that alone, they are weak. But together they are as powerful as any ary. I have been very critical, and will I sign my name and get my piece of paper. I walk intently, careful to dodge the kids playing and careful to dodge the people studying. I open and close the curtain slowly. I pull out my reference sheet, set it on the table and proceed to color. Within three minutes, my job is done. I hand my paper to a volunteer who thanks me. I leave continue to be, of this country. We are struggling to keep our identity. Our leaders refuse to communicate and come together for the good of us all. We still discriminate and we still alienate. Although we do it a lot more quietly than most, it's just as damaging. But today, maybe because of naivety, I am hopeful. This is the America I love, and this is the America I will fight for. When I see people voting, I see Americans I see no race and no religion. I don't see upper class or lower class. I don't see Republicans or Democrats. Graham is a Columbus, Ohio graduate student in exercise physiology. FREE FOR ALL To contribute to Free for All, call 785-864-0500. Can the KU grounds crew pick up all of these leaves? Jesus, what is this? what is this? --- To that nice young lady who gave me that smirk while sitting on the steps of Budig; I would love to see you again. --- --- I feel like there's something that you are trying to tell me. Let's see, I read the opinion page, but I forgot what it was about. Oh well, I am sure I will remember sometime around 7:30 p.m. So when I saw the starting lineup I wondered "Am I at Duke or KU?" 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BIG 12 FOOTBALL | 2B Jayhawk soccer team believes now PAGE1B KANSAS 4, TEXAS A&M2 BY MARK DENT mdent@kansan.com SAN ANTONIO - Before the players left the postgame huddle, Estelle Johnson spring f Estelle Johnson sprung from the grass. They'd won 4-2 against Texas A&M and Johnson, a junior defender, had to say something. No, she had to sing something. "The people don't believe in Kansas, but we've got a soccer team." The rallying cry comes from Halloween. Several teammates dressed up as the Jamaican bobsled team from "Cool Runnings" and decided to come up with their own catchy song. On Halloween, Kansas got smoked by Missouri 6-0. If some Tiger shots wouldn't have hit off the post, the outcome could've been worse. The song was a bit optimistic for such a dark day. Not anymore. Now they really can believe. The Jayhawks had to beat the secondplace and No. 11 Aggies for a second time this year to keep their season alive. They had to beat an angry team, a team that would've won the regular season conference title if not for the Kansas loss. That defeat came a month ago. Kansas beat the Aggies 1-0 in Lawrence. Shannon McCabe scored the only goal. Before then, the Jayhawks had one other victory against A&M in program history. Now they'd have to win a second time this year. It should've been tough. What Kansas had to do Wednesday would've been like a conference of mountain climbers forcing Edmund Hillary to scale Mount Everest a month after he did it the first time. Only this time, the mountain wouldn't be too happy. It would puff out more blizzards and make Hillary slip on more sheets of ice. As far as Big 12 soccer goes, the Aggies are Everest. Their media guide features four diamond-encrusted rings, symbols of the consecutive Big 12 titles they won from 2004 to 2007. The bling matches the athletic status. They get 3,500 fans or more for home games, and usually attract a legion of about 50 pre-game tailgaters ... to away games. They have a 23,000 square-foot strength facility, and a training room solely for Olympic sports that features a Flouroscan machine and laser therapy. Yep, lasers. Who knows why the Aggies need those, but they sure sound cool And here the Jayhawks were on Wednesday, Intense. Emotional. The Aggies were supposed to fume and stomp and obliterate the weaker opponent that upset them a month ago. They win, too. A lot. A&M has won 255 games in its 15-year history and hadn't lost in the first round of the Big 12 Tournament in five years. But Kansas was the aggressor. Monica Dolinsky leveled Aggies midfielder Beth West in the first half while going for the ball. She mouthed off to her afterwards. Then in the second half, she leveled another player. Kansas is usually on the other side of the pitch, getting scaffed by the power program. The Jayhawks average about 500 people for their big home games. They won a Big 12 title, a share with A&M back in 2004, but haven't made the NCAA Tournament since. No one on this year's roster had won a game in the Big 12 Tournament. It was all about intensity, Dolinsky said KU's first goal was fluky. McCabe rebounded a Dolinsky Mc shot on the crossbar into an open net, but otherwise, Kansas outperformed A&M. McCabe, Emily Cressy and Kortney Clifton continually bolted past the supposed top Big 12 defense. It was all about intensity. Dolinsky said The Kansas soccer team celebrates after a goal at 10:15 during the first half. The Jayhawks won the game 4-2. They'll play Missouri in the second round Friday. Tyler Waugh/KANSAN This team's been inconsistent all year. Kansas has beat solid teams like Texas A&M and Central Florida, and lost puzzlers to Nebraska and Loyola Chicago. Now they're in the second round of the Big 12 Tournament for the first time since 2004. They outplayed a team that was ranked in the top 10 most of the season. That loss to Missouri and all the other struggles are out of their heads. Johnson's message in her Halloween song remains. Tyler Waugh/KANSAN Edited by Jennifer Torline 5 SAN ANTONIO STUNNER BY ANDREW WIEBE awiebe@kansan.com SAN ANTONIO — Turns out San Antonio had at least one more stunner left in store for Kansas. Junior forward Shannon McCabe scored in the 11th minute, and coach Mark Francis' team unleashed a 3-goal onslaught in the second half to knock off No. 11 Texas A&M 4-2 and advance to the Big 12 tournament semifinals against Missouri on Friday. Kansas (12-7-1) hasn't advanced out of the first round of the conference tournament since 2004 when Francis' team lost in the semifinals to Texas in overtime. The victory is the Jayhawks' second over the Aggies this season after entering the year with a record of 1-10-1 in all time. "This team is a little different," Francis said of a squad that has seenawed between spectacular and mediocre this season. "We've been a little inconsistent at times, but when we have been on we've been really good." As the seven seed, the odds were stacked against Kansas from the start. Texas A&M had advanced to five consecutive Big 12 Tournament semifinals, somewhere Kansas had been only twice before last night. But Francis' team came to San Antonio determined to show last Friday's 6-0 shellacking at the hands of Missouri was a fluke, and jumped out to an early lead. Kansas went ahead when junior forward Monica Dolinsky's spectacular long-range drive ricocheted on the joint between the crossbar and the post. The rebound fell in the path of McCabe who bundled the ball into the back of the net, sending Kansas' vocal bench into a frenzy. "I felt like the first 20 minutes of the game we really dominated," Francis said. "We were keeping the ball and creating a ton of chances. opponent this season, Kansas relied on early balls behind the Texas A&M defense to create scoring chances. Facing a school-record ninth ranked "We saw that they were playing pretty flat," McCabe said. "We play three forwards so it's pretty easy for that ball to get over the top. I had a lot of chances like that. There were some that I was mad I didn't finish, but I'm glad I got two of them in." The Aggies should have found their equalizer in the 30th minute, but sophomore forward Alysua Mautz whiffed on an unmarked header in the six-yard box. Sophomore forward Whitney Hooper also missed two first-half opportunities after she used her speed to get behind the the ball in an attempt to hold the lead. Texas A&M began applying the attacking pressure that saw it finish second in the conference in goals with 46. With Kansas keeping numbers behind Jayhawk's backline. But Kansas came out of the locker room determined to find a second goal, and McCabe missed three early chances before a scary moment nearly sent Francis' team down a player in the 54th minute. Junior midfielder Monica Dolinky appeared to be fouled just outside the SEE SOCCER ON PAGE 4B MEN'S BASKETBALL 'Super sophomore shines in first start BY CASE KEEFER ckeefer@kansan.com Brady Morningstar might as well laugh about it because he knows the jokes aren't going away. His teammates and coach Bill Self just have too much fun teasing Morningstar about his age to stop. Morningstar says it's not brought up every now and then—the age jokes are daily. He expects to be greeted that way. "So," teammates ask Morningstar, "how old are you today?" He's 22 years old, actually. Before the end of the season, Morningstar will turn 23. That makes him the oldest Jayhawk on this year's roster – he edges out senior forward Matt Kleinmann by a month. And yes, Morningstar is only a sophomore. There aren't many sophomore college basketball players who graduated from high school in 2005. In fact, Morningstar, who was a redshirt last season, believes he's the oldest sophomore basketball player in the country. Joking aside, Morningstar's age could help him this year. Out of all the players who could possibly contribute significant minutes this season, only junior guard Sherron Collins has played for Kansas as long as Morningstar. They've both been on the roster for three years. "I think I am," Morningstar said. "I probably am." Morningstar was one of the standout performers in Kansas' 98-79 exhibition victory against Washburn Tuesday. He made seven of 11 shots from the field, scored 15 points and played stellar defense in his first career start at Allen Fieldhouse. Morningstar credited the red-shirt year in part for his strong opening performance. He feels more comfortable with the speed of the game and the complexities of the Kansas offense. Self said guarding current NBA players Mario Chalmers and Brandon Rush in practice last year helped Morningstar, too. "Brady has become a pretty good defender," Self said. A lot of adjectives can be used to describe Morningstar's basketball career path that led him to this point. One that can't is 'traditional'. Morningstar starred locally at Lawrence Free State High School as a senior in 2005. He averaged 18 points per game, won the Sunflower League Player of the Year award and outshone cross-town Lawrence High rival Brennan Bechard, who isnow a Jayhawk teammate. But he wasn't quite ready for college basketball. So Morningstar spent a year at New Hampton Prep School in New Hampshire. He committed to Kansas for the next season. "Coming to college out of high school is a huge change offensive-wise, speed-wise and strength-wise." Morningstar said. "I've got three years already and haven't stepped on the court so I know a lot more than I did when I came here." After the Washburn game, Morningstar described it as "the right decision" and said he was glad he made the choice. Self thinks it's positive that Morningstar still has three years of eligibility left. When it became clear last season that guards loaded Kansas' roster, Self asked Morningstar to take a redshirt. If Morningstar resented the move, he sure hasn't shown it. Well, he did step on the court during his freshman season, but not much. Morningstar appeared in 16 games for an average of just less than six minutes per game. "I hope so. Time will tell." Self said. "I think he will be better as a 26-year old senior than a 23-year old sophomore." But it must have been hard for Morningstar last year, right? He sat on the bench while his teammates contributed to a historic season by setting a school-record with 37 wins and winning a National Championship title. Morningstar said the team's success SEE BASKETBALL ON PAGE 4B FOOTBALL 41 KANSAN FILE PHOTO Nebraska players celebrate after defeating the Jayhawks in Sept. 2006, the last time Kansas played the Cormuskers in Lincoln, Neb. Kansas will try to earn its first win at Nebraska in 40 years on Saturday. Jayhawks ready to put long losing streak to rest BY B.J. RAINS rains@kansan.com When Kansas travels to Lincoln for Saturday's match up against the Nebraska Cornhuskers, it will try to do something that a Kansas team hasn't done since 1968: win a game at Nebraska. It's been 40 years and an 0-19 record in Lincoln since the Jayhawks last beat the Cornhuskens in their home stadium. "I don't even know how that's possible," linebacker James Holt said. "It just goes back to the tradition they have. That's going to be part of their preparation too, not wanting to be the ones to let go of that streak." Before the Jayhawks' 40-15 win in 2005 in Lawrence, Nebraska had beaten Kansas 36 consecutive times dating back to the last Jayhawk win in 1968. Kansas has played well in its last two trips to Nebraska, losing 14-8 in 2004 and 39-32 in overtime in 2006. "It would be great," cornerback Justin Thornton said of ending the streak. "We can add it to the list of all of the other accomplishments we've had in the past. It's one thing that wed like to get. It would definitely be nice to go up there and get a win." Nebraska (5-4, 2-3 Big 12) is coming off one of their worst losses in recent memory, a 62-28 loss at Oklahoma. The Cornhuskers trailed 35-0 after the first quarter. But that game was at Oklahoma and not in front of the 81,067 screaming fans that make up the sea of red that the Jayhawks will face at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday. It will be the 296th consecutive sellout at Memorial Stadium, with four home crowds this season surpassing the 84,000 attendance mark. "It's a great atmosphere." Holt said. "The tradition there is outstanding. I've heard a lot about it ever since I was younger like when Eric Crouch played there and stuff. It's ridiculous. It's unbelievable how dedicated their fans are." Jayhawk players swore that they have never gone into an opposing arena intimidated but did say that the Big 12 conference offers some historic stadiums that often have them in awe. SEE FOOTBALL ON PAGE 4B 2B SPORTS THE UNIVERSITY OF DALY JANSAN THURSDAY NOVEMBER 6, 2008 quote of the dav "We are in a performance-based profession and have made this decision in the best long-term interest of both the university and its football program. Our goal remains the same: to build a winning program that is positioned to consistently compete for championships. I appreciate the hard work and dedication that Coach Prince and his staff have put in over the last three seasons and wish him the very best for the future." Obama can bring Olympics to Chicago Kansas State Athletics Director Rob Krause fact of the dav Kansas State football coach Ron Prince, who announced his resignation on Wednesday afternoon, is 16-18 in three years at K-State. trivia of the day Q: Where did Kansas State football coach Ron Prince coach before Kansas State? A: Prince coached as an offensive line coach at Virginia. They stood in that park by the lake and they roared. They watched the next president of the United States speak and they couldn't stop cheering. Couldn't stop cheering for the man, couldn't stop cheering for themselves, couldn't stop cheering for the moment. More than anything, they cheered for America. They stood in that park in Chicago and they cheered the most unlikely political story of our time. All the while, Chicago watched. The great American writer, Norman Mailer, once wrote this about Chicago: "Chicago is a great American city. Perhaps it is the last of the great American cities." There's something lovable about Chicago. The old Windy City on the edge of Lake of Michigan. The city of pizza and Michigan Avenue and Wrigley Field and the Sears Tower. The city of Michael Jordan and Al Capone and Soldier Field and the Blues Brothers. BY RUSTIN DODD dodd@kansan.com Sure, Chicago has its flaws. Chicago has its warts. Chicago is real. Chicago is America. Chicago is us. Now our future president calls Chicago home - at least until he moves into the White House. And our future president knows Chicago. We don't know how he will govern. We don't know how he will deal with Iraq and the energy crisis and our failing economy. But we know this: We know Mark Twain called Chicago "a city where they are always rubbing a lamp, and fetching up the genii, and contriving and achieving new impossibilities." We know Tuesday night was a victory for the last great American city. The Olympic Games might be coming to Chicago. In 2016, the world will find out what we already know. As it stands today, Chicago is just one city in the running for the 2016 Olympics. Chicago is competing against Tokyo, Madrid, and Rio de Janeiro. That should be a mere formality. The host will be chosen by the International Olympic Committee in Denmark on Oct. 2, 2009. In 2005, Paris was considered the favorite for the 2012 Olympic Games. But then-British Prime Minister Tony Blair flew to Singapore — the site of the decision — and campaigned for London, and the International Olympic Committee passed over the Eiffel Tower for Buckingham Palace. The Olympics will be in London in four years. Barack Obama can do the same thing. And he will. Yes, the Olympics are coming to America. THURSDAY YOU-TUBE SESH Chicago might just be the great American sports town, too. New York has the Yankees and Madison Square Garden and the Giants and the lets. And Boston is the trendy sports city right now, with the Red Sox and Tom Brady and the Celtics resurgence. But my friend Aubrey says it's not even close. Chicago wins the crown. If nothing else, Chicagoans had the pleasure of watching THE MORNING BREW greatest basketball player of all time win six NBA Championships. THE MORNING BREW It's hard to believe it's been 10 years since Michael Jordan retired from the Chicago Bulls. To satisfy your YouTube — and Michael Jordan — fix, go to YouTube and type "Michael Jordan Top 10 Plays" into the search. Enioy. Edited by Brenna Hawley KICK THE KANSAN: WEEK TEN Pick games. Beat the Kansan staff. Get your name in the paper. This week's games: 1. No. 13 TCU at No. 10 Utah 2. Georgia Tech at No. 22 North Carolina 3. No. 12 Ohio State at Northwestern 4. No.9 Oklahoma State at No.7 Texas Tech 5. Kansas at Nebraska 6. No.2 Alabama at No.19 LSU 7. Clemson at No.15 Florida State 8. Arkansas at South Carolina 9. Notre Dame at Boston College 10. Purdue at No.21 Michigan State Name: E-mail: Year in school: Hometown: Jumping for joy 1) Only KU students are eligible. 2) Give your name, e-mail, year in school and hometown. 3) Beat the Kansan's best prognosticator and get your name in the paper. 4) Beat all your peers and get your picture and picks in the paper next to the Kansan staff. 5) To break ties, pick the score of the designated game. Submit your picks either to KickTheKansan@kansan. com or to the Kansan business office, located at the West side of Stauffer-Flint Hall, which is between Wescoe Hall and Watson Library. --- NOVOTEL 7 10 28 Lyon's Juninho, Ederson, Karim Benzema, Jeremy Toulalan jump during their UEFA Champions League group F soccer match against Steaua Bucharest , on Wednesday in Lyon stadium , central France. Lyon beat Steaua Bucharest 2-0. NCAA BIG 12 FOOTBALL Prince resigns before 2009 season BY JOHN MARSHALL ASSOCIATED PRESS Kansas State coach Ron Prince watches the final moments of the football game against Missouri in Manhattan on Nov. 17, 2007. Prince will not return for the 2009 season, stepping aside after failing to rebuild the Wildcats into a Bio 12 contender. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Kansas State coach Ron Prince will not return for the 2009 season, stepping aside after failing to rebuild the Wildcats into a Big 12 contender. Prince took over for Bill Snyder in 2006, his first head-coaching job after 14 years at six different schools. He never lived up to the standard Snyder set, going 16-18 in $2\frac{1}{2}$ seasons in Manhattan, including 4-5 this year. "We are in a performance-based profession and have made this decision in the best long-term interest of both the university and its football program," Kansas State athletic director Bob Krause said Wednesday. "Our goal remains the same: to build a winning program that is positioned to consistently compete for championships." Snyder was a consistent winner in 17 years as coach, turning a team that won one game from 1987-89 to one that won at least 10 games seven times, reached bowl games in 12 straight seasons from 1992-2003. He retired after a 5-6 season in 2006, handing the program off to Prince, Virginia's offensive coordinator the previous three years. Prince never really got the Wildcats going in the right direction. Kansas State was 7-6 and went to a bowl game in his first season, but has regressed since, going 5-7 last season, losing four of five Big 12 games this year. nator the previous three years.. 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For more information go to www.business.ku.edu/news --- 4B SPORTS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2008 FOOTBALL (CONTINUED FROM 1B) "I've never felt intimidated, but amazement is another thing," said wide receiver Dezman Briscoe said. "When I walked into Oklahoma's stadium for the first time, I was amazed at how big it was and how nice it was structured and how many fans they had." And while the crowd will be dressed in red and screaming louder than fans the Jayhawks have faced this season, players know that the fans can't play and the field will still be 100 yards long. "My freshman year, I feared for my life at Texas Tech," linebacker James Holt said. "Those fans in Lubbuck are pretty cruel. But I mean, they are just fans yelling — I'm used to that. I don't let them get under my skin." Missouri was enduring a similar streak going into its matchup against Nebraska earlier in the season. The Tigers hadn't won in Lincoln in 30 years before handing the Cornhuskers a 52-17 beating in early October. Kansas players know that Nebraska will do everything they can to keep another streak from ending on Saturday. - Edited by Scott R. Toland "They don't want to have that happen twice," Holt said. "They don't want two streaks to end in one year. We're going to have to prepare hard." didn't feel any different than if he would have played. He doesn't have time to think about it, anyway. Just like he doesn't have time to be in awe when he hears his name called in the starting lineup at Allen Fieldhouse. BASKETBALL (CONTINUED FROM 1B) tract him now. "It's all business now." Morningstar said. Morningstar has waited long enough. Nothing is going to dis- Except for the punch lines about his age. He just laughs those off. "Oh well," Morningstar said. "I'll stay in college as long as I have to." Edited by Scott R. Toland SOCCER (CONTINUED FROM 1B) area, but the referee called for play to continue. The junior took mat ters into her own hands, scuffling with freshman midfielder Raven Tatum on the ground, and was lucky to escape with a yellow card. back of the net for her eighth goal of the year. The decision worked in Kansas' favor "It feels pretty good right now. But when you look at the bigger picture, we still have two more games." MONICA DOLINSKY Junior forward/midfielder M C a b e scored her second goal in the 67th minute before Texas A&Manswered back with two meaningless goals of their own late in the match leaving Kansas players to celebrate a in the 62nd minute when senior midfielder Jessica Bush deflected Dolinsky's free kick into the side netting for a 2-0 lead. Francis' team took a three-goal lead only a minute later when freshman forward Emily Cressy chased down a loose ball and found the place in the semifinals for the first time in four years. 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The Kansas volleyball team celebrates its 3-0 sweep of Colorado Wednesday night at the Horejsi Family Athletics Facility on Goering/KANSAN "I know a lot of the girls on that team and every time we go over there, their whole crowd screams 'traitor' at me," Garlington said. "It's just fuel for my fire." Garlington had posted then-career highs of 18 and 24 during her last two matches against the Buffaloes, last year. While 20 isn't a new career high, it is plenty considering the Jayhawks played in their first three-set match victory since September. "We moved her up and down the net a little bit," coach Ray Bechard said of Garlington's success. "She was in the middle, kind of in the left and that was by plan." Kansas had the opportunity for the sweep after a critical match-changing set two. The Jayhawks had set point seven times before a Buffalo error won the match for Kansas. There were 15 lead changes in the second set, five of them coming after the Jayhawks took a 24-23 lead. "The key was set two, holding on to that set." Bechard said. "The whole complexion of the match changes if we don't hold on to that." Garlington's seven kills in the set helped keep the Jayhawks lead safe for a majority of the match until two straight kills from Colorado's Lauren Schaefer tied the match at 24. As the match continued to go past the usual 25-point limit, Bechard ran out of substitutions as different Jayhawks saw different places of the court for the first time. Sophomore outside hitter Jenna Kaiser and junior outside hitter Paige Mazour served for the first time all season. "You can't train for situations like that," Garlington said. "That was just one you had to volleyball notes Tonight was the eighth time the Jayhawks played in a three set match, and the third time Kansas has come out victorious. It was their first three-set victory in the Big 12 Conference this season. Sophomore defensive specialist Mel Townsend was out again. She is recovering from a broken wrist, Coach Ray Bechard declared Townsend doubtful before last night's match and will try to ease her into the lineup this Saturday against Texas Tech. During the first set with the match tied at seven, Kansas used an 18-6 run to end the match. In set two with the match tied at 11, a 6-3 swing from the Jayhawks saw them with a 17-14 lead, their largest of set two. In set three, Kansas ended the match on a 10-2 run when the match was tied at 15. gut wrench it out and make it happen." The finish helped keep the momentum on Kansas' side. A seawas beginning to set three saw Kansas prevail in the final points yet again. The Jayhawks closed out the match on a 6-0 run. "We really pushed it at the end and stepped it up, and that was good to see at the right time." Bechard said. "We were good in end game in set two and three both." "I think we went into this match with a clear mind, and that's why we did so well," senior middle blocker Natalie Uhart said. Equally impressive was Kansas' play for the entirety of set one. In one of the best sets the Jayhawks have played all season, Kansas dominated from the start. Garlington once again led the charge with five kills in the set as Kansas hit .400 compared with Colorado's .103 hitting percentage. It was an all around complete performance for Kansas. The Jayhawks hit .308 as a team while holding Colorado to a bleak .117. "We were in the locker room and we were like '3-0!', Uhart said. "I said. 'Yes we didn't have to go to five. I feel like I'm 12 years old because I have a lot of energy.' So it was a good one. I'm happy" Edited by Becka Cremer KANSAN.COM The University Only Kansan Post Comments | Join Discussions | Live Updates | Online Offers KU INDEPENDENT STUDY KU Courses Distance Learning 864-5823 enroll@ku.edu www.ContinuingEd.ku.edu/is 452206 KU 100% TUITION ASSISTANCE MAKE SOME NOISE! Boost your GPA! We're talking about your Graduation Plan of Attack. 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BY STEPHEN MONTEMAYOR smontemayor@kansan.com Fifty-five days remain, yet the From the sports desk in Lawrence, 2008 was dense with history, and I can think of no better place to sit and take it all in. implications of this year's events have been widely documented and analyzed by every blog entry and round the clock news coverage that has occurred preceding and succeeding each moment elect of the United States and the first black man to reach our nation's highest office. More importantly, 2008 introduced a new generation. One willing to come out like none before and emphatically vote and Two centuries of history were addressed Tuesday when Sen. Barack Obama became president The year began two days before the Jayhawk football team capped an unprecedented 12-1 season with an equally memorable Orange Bowl victory. take a chance on a candidate with no military experience, yet with broad goals in improving our standing on this planet and a drive to guide us in the dark days of war and economic turmoil. The year began two days before the Jayhawk football team capped an unprecedented 12:1 season with an equally memorable Orange Bowl victory - laying to rest recent memories of laughable futility. At that moment, the men's basketball team was 13-0 and off to its usual strong start before conference play. And despite a few hiccups that would be addressed in time, when attention refocused on Allen Field House the rest was history... And so witnessing the aftermath of Tuesday's election — a near-worldwide celebration that parallels no other outcome in American politics in my lifetime - it can be both easy and difficult not to group this election with the year's accomplishments of University sports. To dismiss the events as separate occurrences during a given calendar year can be simply done. While watch parties were staged at the Kansas Union and at Abe & Jake's, thousands filled Allen Field House to witness a 98-79 exhibition squash over Washburn. Some in attendance were fueled by apathy toward a lengthy election cycle coupled with the anticipation accompanying a storied hoops franchise defending the national title. Some raced from the field house to the nearest radio, television set or computer to track the election results. Others actu- ally chose not to attend the game in favor of following the election. Never forget who you were with when Mario Chalmers sank his miraculous three-point shot and delivered our version of the Miracles. That is the most obvious and easiest paralleled to draw between 2008 University Never forget what you saw and how you felt — regardless of party Never forget what you saw and how you felt — regardless of party affiliation — when Obama became president. sports and this outcome and implications of this election. But further reflection renders it impossible not to see this as the most unique year of our time thus far — more so from the perspective of anyone on this campus. Never forget where you were when Aqib Talib picked off Virginia Tech quarterback Sean Glennon and returned it for a 60-yard score, setting the tone for an Orange Bowl victory. affirmation when Obama became president. affiliation — And again, while urging bipartisanship, I ask you to never forget the inspirational aspect of this election and the goals you have set for the years ahead. Our nation is entrenched in two crucial wars and has a laundry list of tough tasks ahead. Remember how it feels to taste history and don't forget what it takes to achieve those milestones. Bill Self's crop of newcomers were far from impressive Tuesday. Freshman center Markieff Morris turned the ball over three times. His twin, freshman forward Marcus Morris, fouled out after seven minutes of play. Freshman guard Tyshawn Taylor led the team in turnovers with five and freshman guard Travis Releford had just three points and three rebounds. It is growing pains like these that can produce tournament debacles like previous first round losses to Bradley and Bucknell. It is those same mistakes that can mold a team capable of reaching the sports pinnacle, as the 2008 Jayhawks did. 2008 will forever be a topic of discussion for us and those after. Immediate reactions to the year's big events are abundant, but the lasting impression has yet to be shaped. It is our generation that will both decide how we will be remembered and it is our generation that will write the book on 2008 and the years after. Lawrence editions of that text will have a notable crimson and blue tint to them. From the sports desk: Good night, and good luck. — Edited by Kelsey Hayes FOOTBALL Kicker thrives in tackling opportunities Jacob Branstetter defies his small size, flummoxes coach Mark Mangino BY TAYLOR BERN tbern@kansan.com jacob Branstetter isn't a typical kicker. Branstetter appears on a few highlight reels, but not for the plays he doesn't make. A typical kicker plays soccer until his high school football coach comes calling for a leg. A typical kicker is the crumpled pile of pads on highlight reels who falls over himself while the kick returner breezes into the end zone. In fact, this week there were legitimate questions about whether he was named KU's special teams player of the week for his kicking or his tackling. A three-sport athlete in high school — football, basketball and tennis — Kansas' sophomore defies the definition of kicker. In Kansas' 52-21 thrashing of suddenly coach-less Kansas State, Bransteatter made three tackles on kickoffs. Two of them elicited crup- tions from the crowd, and one prevented a touchdown. ally the last line of defense. A kicker tackle means poor special teams coverage. "I'm a kicker, and I may be small in weight, but I play football." Branstetter said. "I want to go out, and when I have the oppoortu- Branstetter took some blame from the coverage unit, claiming he tried to make up for bad kicks by making the play. That excuse didn't work for Mangino, who didn't know what to do with his hard-hitting enigma. "I told the kickoff coverage team that if he makes another tackle, there's going to be some serious problems," coach Mark Mangino said. "He drives me crazy," Mangino said. "I appreciate his enthusiasm, but he runs down the field like he's a coverage guy to begin with. He is the safety." Branstetter disagrees. "A lot of guys try to stay 15 yards back from the ball and try to play that safety." Branstetter said. "By that time the returner's already got the whole field so he can joke you and go wherever he wants. I try to get up in there and get the "I try to get up in there and get the returner before he ever knows I'm coming." JACOB BRANSTETTER Sophomore kicker returner before he ever knows I'm coming." nity to help the team out, I'm going to knot somebody out." Occasionally Branstetter partakes in defensive tackling drills. Defensive coordinator Clint Bowen joked that his players should start going through kick- Coaches hate to see kickers rack up tackles because they're gener- Mangino suggested Branstetter could play safety should the Jayhawks ever face a dire second- intrig drills to see if it's the key to tackling prowess. 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There’s not just junk in the junk CONTENTS November 6,2008 Volume 6,Issue 11 notice 4-7 | health 8-9 play 12-13 | manual 14-15 | contact 16-17 reviews 17-18 | speak 19 film frenzy C seeing stars in the lone star state at the austin film festival 1 spandex and sausages 9 a writer's unintentional discovery leads to an awkward mother-daughter talk 10 O do not disturb What would campus life be like without our trusty earbuds? Would we talk to the person next to us, or still tune out even without our playlist? Cover photo illustration by Jerry Wang discover your new look! Shop our cool Suns & Frames Bring your Rx or we will call your eye doctor for you. 737 Massachusetts St. 785-843-6828 TheEyeDoctors.net FREE! PRESCRIPTION LENSES with new frame purchase 737 Massachusetts Street 785-843-6828 *The EyeDoctors.net* Professional eye exams and free style consultations provided by Eye Doctor PEOPLES OPTICAL 2 Most payment is the purchase of a product. *Keep items on hand. Applicates 10% per car per person. Not valid with any offer or insurance discount. Includes limited press-ups and lapsages. Other extras: J722/17088 November 6,2008 CALENDAR thursday, nov. 6 Undercath/Saosin/The Devil Wears Prada/ Person L. The Beaumont Club, 7:30 p.m., all ages, $16.50, www.underoath777. com. SUA Singing Bee. Hashinger Hall Theatre, 8 p.m, all ages, FREE, www.suaevents.com. Film: Wall-E. Kansas Union, Woodruff Auditorium, 8 p.m., all ages, $1. Crosby and Nash. Uptown Theater, 8 p.m., all ages, $35, www.crosby.nash.com. Atmosphere/Abstract Rude/Blueprint/ DJ Rare Groove. The Granada, 9 p.m., all ages, $20- $22. That Damn Sasquatch. The Jazzhaus, 10 p.m., 21+, $3, www.myspace.com/ damnthatsasquatch. friday, nov. 7 Play: Street Scene. Murphy Hall, Crafton-Preyer Theatre, 7:30 p.m. all ages, $10-$20. Slightly Stoopid/Outlaw Nation/DJ Unite. Liberty Hall. 8 p.m., all ages, $18, www.slightlystoopid.com. Filim: Wall-E. Kansas Union Woodriff Auditorium. 8 p.m., all ages, $2. Andrew Dice Clay. Uptown Theater, 8 p.m. all ages, $39.50, www. andrewdiceclay.com. Steddy P/Stik Figa/ Dutch Newman. The Record Bar, 10 p.m., 21+,$7. Normanoak/Wee Giant/New Franklin Panthers. The Replay Lounge, 10 p.m., 21+,$3. Cosmic Bowling. Kansas Union, Jaybowl, 10 p.m., all ages, FREE. saturday, nov. 8 Play: Street Scene. Murphy Hall, Crafton-Preyer Theatre, 7:30 p.m. all ages, $10-$20. Days of the New. The Granada, 8 p.m., all ages, $21-26. Film: Wall-E. Kansas Union Woodruff Auditorium, 8 p.m. all ages, $2. Black Cobras/Hundred Years War/Bear Claw/Frommanhole. The Record Bar, 9:45 p.m., 21+,$7, www.myspace.com/blackcobra. Double Trouble/MC Candlepants. Eighth Street Tap Room, 10 p.m., 21+,$3. Cosmopolitics. The Jazzhaus, 10 p.m., 21+,$4. www.myspace.com/cosmopolitics. The Marmots/The Sound of Urchin. The Replay Lounge. 10 p.m., 21+,$3, www.soundofurchin.com. Douglas County AIDS Project: Red Ribbon Art Auction. Maceli's, 5:30 p.m., all ages, $35. sunday, nov. 9 Rachael Yamagata/ Meiko/Thao Nguyen/ Alice Russell/Jaymay. Liberty Hall, 7p.m., all ages, $18. The Eagles. Sprint Center, 8 p.m., all ages; $49.50- $149.50. monday, nov. 10 This Is My Condition. Love Garden, 7 p.m., all ages, FREE. The Morning Light/ Houston Calls/Brighten. The Bottleneck, 9 p.m., all ages,$8-$10. Drunkdriver/Weird Drunkdriver/Weird Wounds. The Replay Lounge, 10 p.m., $2+, $2, www.myspace.com/drunkdriverusa. tuesday, nov. 11 Fierce Fashion Show with Christian Siriano. Kansas Union, Ballroom, 6 p.m., all ages, FREE, www.sueaevents.com. All Time Low/Mayday Parade. The Beaumont Club, 7 p.m., all ages, $15, myspace.com/altimewol. New Kids on the Block. Sprint Center, 8 p.m., all ages, $29.50-$69.50. wednesday, nov. 12 French film: Rèves de Poussière (Dreams of Dust). Kansas Union, Woodruff Auditorium. 7:30 p.m., all ages. $2, www.frenchhui.ku.edu Play: Sweeney Todd. The Lied Center, 7:30 p.m., all ages, $20-$25. Arthur Dodge. Harbour Lights, 10 p.m., 21+,$2, www.arthurdodge.com. The Beaumont Club venues 4050 Pennsylvania St. Kansas City, Mo. (816) 561-2560 Eighth Street Tap Room 801 New Hampshire St. (785) 841-6918 Maceli's 1031 New Hampshire St. Lawrence (785) 331-2096 The Record Bar 1020 Westport Road Kansas City, Mo. (816) 753-5207 Sprint Center 1407 Grand Blvd Kansas City, Mo. (816) 949-7000 Uptown Theater 3700 Broadway St. Kansas City, Mo. (816) 753-8665 Carlyle editor's note The city of Wilson, Kan., is located about two miles off 1-70. smack in the center of our fine state. City is a generous word, however, as Wilson has a population of about 750 people. All of its residents could fit in Budig 120, with plenty of seats to spare. Wilson is: One main street, a grocery store, a gas station, an antique store and a handful of churches. It is also my grandmother's hometown, and where she lived until about eight years ago. Going to Wilson was a staple of my childhood. I remember long summer days spent rollerblading up and down the main street and loitering at the gas station. As entertaining as such activities were, though it never took long for boredom to seep in. One July afternoon—surely in a desperate attempt to banish the impending monotony—I convinced myself that hidden in the Wilson, Kan., antique store was some magical artifact akin to One-Eyed Willy's treasure map in The Goonies. If only I searched hard enough, I'd find it and embark off into the sunset on a fantastic adventure. I never found anything close. But what I did find was just as captivating: Shelves of Christmas ornaments, amateur paintings, kerosene lamps, old tools and cookware and wind-up toys. I would slide my fingers along these objects, wondering about the lives they had lived and their anonymous former owners. Any flaw—a scratch in the wood, a chip in the paint—only made a piece more evocative and endearing to me. I imagined all the moments in time these things had witnessed, and somehow they allowed those moments to exist still. Check out Derek's story on page 13 about the joy and adventure of antique shopping, and find out the best places to get your vintage hunt on here in Lawrence. It's strange to imagine, but someday antique stores will house remnants of our own childhoods—the dollhouse I cherished, the Legos my brother played with every day, the Beanie Babies I saved up my allowance for. I haven't been to Wilson for six years. But if I ever make it back, I'll visit the antique store again. Who knows? Maybe I'll stumble upon One-Eyed Willy's treasure map this time. Or even better: a toy I used to love that reminds me of those childhood days spent invigorating my imagination in Wilson. I know I'd love it still. - Megan Hirt, editor jayplayers Editor Megan Hirt Associate editor Sasha Roe Photo editor Jon Goering Designers Drew Bergman, Peter Soto, Becky Sullivan Contact Carly Halvorson, Matt Hirschfeld Health Asher Fusco, Susan Melgren, Realle Roth Manual Heather Melanson. Ariel Tilson Notice Matt Bechtold, Nina Libby, Sean Rosner Play Brianne Pfannenstiel, Derek Zarda Contributors Mark Arehart. Clayton Ashley, Darron Carswell, Francesca Chambers, Matthew Crooks, Miller Davis, Chance Dibben, Chris Horn, Dani Hurst, Mia Iverson, Amber Jackson, Danny Nordstrom, Meghan Nuckels, Abby Olcase, Amanda Sorell, Elise Stawarz Creative consultant Carol Holstead Contact us joyplay08@gmail.com Jayplay The University Daily Kansan 111 Stauffer-Flint Hall 1435 Jayhawk Blvd. Lawrence, KS 66045 (785) 864-4810 55 Years and Still Amazing. You're not around for for 55 years unless you have something amazing to offer. SERVING UP TRADITION SINCE 1835 JOHNNY'S TAVERN Just 'cross the bridge If it's not Mexico, it's On The Border. ON THE BORDER MEXICAN GRILL & CANTINA 3038 Iowa St. • 785-830-8219 • Sun-Thurs 11-10 • Fri-Sat 11-11 Also enjoy On The Border TO GO & Catering November 6,2008 3 ... NOTICE Question Answer with director Kevin Smith TREVOR ROSENBERG Since writing, directing and producing the 1994 cult classic Clerks, Kevin Smith has become one of the biggest names in comedic filmmaking. Smith's newest film, Zach and Miri Make a Porno, hit theaters last Friday. Joyplay recently had the opportunity to chat with Smith as part of his conference call with other student journalists around the country. Among Kevin Smith's directing credits are 1999's "Dogma" and 2001's "Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back." Contributed photo Q. You've had a lot of difficulties with the marketing for Zach and Miri Make a Porno. What's the big deal with the word "porno?" A. I knew when we titled the movie Zach and Miri Make a Porno that it was going to turn some people off. I assumed that the people who would be turned off by that title were never going to see the movie in the first place, so I didn't think it would be a big deal. But suddenly cities have been popping up that won't allow us to put a billboard up. Like Philadelphia wouldn't allow us to put up any billboard that had the word "porno" on it. I was flabbergasted, because I felt like we had used the cutest word possible to describe that industry. I understand people who wouldn't be into pornography, but you can't object to the term. How else are we supposed to describe it? Q. Do you think this movie will change views of pornography? A. I think most people will take this movie for what it is. I don't think they'll look at it like."Hey, man, suddenly this is changing everything I've ever felt about the porn industry." I'm not looking to convert people. I'm just looking to entertain them with this one story. There are a bunch of people out there that find it offensive, and I get that. And there are a bunch of people—mostly dudes—who see it as an essential part of their day. I don't think the movie will affect that. Q. How did growing up in New Jersey affect your filmmaking? A. I think the area in New Jersey where I grew up affected the dialogue I write, where it's kind of candid dialogue with a lot of vulgarity, because that's just my circle of friends. I imagine if I grew up anywhere else it wouldn't be that much different, although having the friends I have has certainly influenced me as a filmmaker as far as the stories I like to tell. But you grow up in New Jersey and you're kind of always growing up in the shadow of New York, and you're the butt of a lot of jokes. There's still that necessity to prove yourself to people, so I think we tend to try harder. Growing up in Jersey is like growing up fat. You just tend to try harder. Q. You've always been known as a talented writer, but how do you feel your directing skills and the look of your movies have improved over the years? A. Only recently has that stuff started to improve because I've started putting some thought into it. I'm not a born filmmaker, where it's in my genes. I don't live, breath and eat film. But I do like to write. When I made Clerks, it was more about writing the script and directing actors. I never really thought of the look of the film. And then when the reviews for the movie came in, people would write wonderful things about it, but invariably every review would say, "Well, it looks like shit, but man is it fun." So I kind of took that, idiotically, as a pass to never try to improve my visual game, because I'm like, "As long as people are laughing, nobody gives a shit what it looks like." It was only on *Clerks 2* that I really started trying. I think that movie is the first one that I look at and go, "Oh, that is actually a visually interesting film." Q. What are you doing now that Zach and Miri is finished? A. Hopefully in the spring I'm going to do a flick called Red State. It's a little political horror movie. I'm looking forward to it because I don't really feel like a filmmaker most days. I just feel like a guy who directs the stuff that he happens to write. With Red State, I get to switch genres altogether. There are no laughs in the movie whatsoever. I feel like if I can pull this one off, I might feel more like a filmmaker; if not, I'll just be like, "Okay, I get it. I'm a dick-and-fart joke guy, and I should just do that for the rest of my life." Q. What advice would you give young filmmakers trying to break into the business? A. I'd just say everybody should tell the exact story they want to tell, never mind the influence of people telling you how to change it or make it more marketable. At the end of the day, you've got to live with that movie for the rest of your life. That's your flick. If you start subverting what you set out to do, then it stops being yours. Stick with your voice, because nobody else has your voice, so nobody else can do what it is that you want to do. —Sean Rosner THIS WEEKEND: Teapouro Tea Shop Open since May, the tea shop Teapourou is one of the latest additions to downtown's string of homey small businesses. Located in the former Fields Gallery space at 712 Massachusetts St.,Teapourou offers a friendly, inviting environment for both first-time tea drinkers and tea aficionados alike. The rustic brick interior melds effortlessly with the shop's deep orange walls, while bonsai trees, ceramic pots and assorted plants add an organic touch. The massive, 120 loose-leaf tea selection is divided into three areas around the shop. Sencha green teas, black, herbal, white and even rooibos teas (red-leaf teas from Africa) are kept in tightly sealed jars, each with a palm-sized display jar for customers to capture the scent and feel the texture of the tea leaves before committing to a cup. Each tea at Teapouro is personally handpicked, and has undergone multiple tastings by the Teapouro managers. They continue to add more teas based on what customers request, so if you don't see your tea, just ask. If you don't have a clue what to try, the knowledgeable baristas are ready to aid you in your PLAY search, and you'll walk away feeling a little more keen on the tea scene. The prices are reasonable for everything offered, including bubble tea, coffee, espresso and assorted pastries. The tea itself comes in servings of one- two- or four-cup pots. Grab a few friends, split a four-cup pot, and take a seat on the floor cushions near the front of the shop. In a town stocked full of specialty cafes, it's comforting to know there's a place among them for tea lovers. —Derek Zarda Love Tea & Espresso ORGANIC HERBAL TEA ROSE BUDS LOVE TEA PLEASE UP YOUR OWN SPECIAL TEA OR THEIR NEXT FOR AN AFTERNOON WITH FRIENDS. Haz 3 a.m+ Story Time 3-5 MIN. 935 L.98 Temp. F* 212 Photo by Derek Zarda Photo by Derek Zarda Teapouro, 712 Massachusetts St. offers 120 varieties of tea. Customers can smell samples of each tea before choosing which one they want to order. 4 November 6,2008 --- NOTICE A film festivus for the rest of us A student heads south for the bright lights of the Austin Film Festival GE BOWS THE FILM REVIEWS CENTER Photos by Miller Davis (Top) Miller with actor Paul Lieberstein, who plays Toby on "The Office." (Above) After a screening of "Role Models," Miller met the film's director, David Wain. (Below) The Paramo Theatre was the main site of film screenings for the Austin Film Festival, and held screenings of "Role Models," "Max Payne" and "W." By Miller Davis editor@kansan.com I am sitting in a ballroom listening to the top writers of Heroes, The Office and Everybody Loves Raymond talk about how to write a successful television script. An hour later, I am in a room with the director of Wet Hot American Summer and Role Models, taking notes on how to write and direct a comedy film. The next night I might be sitting at a party with the writer of all three Pirates of the Caribbean films. Later that evening I could go to the premiere of W. and meet James Cromwell, who plays Bush Senior. Such is life at the Austin Film Festival, which took place Oct. 16 through Oct. 23 in Austin, Texas. I had never attended a film festival before I went to the AFF during fall break, and I have to say,"I'm hooked." I came into the experience knowing little about how a film festival was run or what I would be doing from 9 a.m. until midnight every day, and I have to say, it was definitely a daunting prospect. Most of the other attendees had movies playing in the festival, were involved in the industry, or had been attending the AFF for many years. Despite this potentially overwhelming situation, I buried my nervousness, put on my sociable hat and ended up having the time of my life. Here's a breakdown of what a day was like at the AFF. You show up for panels around 9 a.m., which are groups or individual speakers who speak about a specific genre or subject. You could go to a panel on the proper way to pitch a script, how to write an action-thriller, or how to go about getting an agent or a manager in Hollywood. The variety of panels offered is a double-edged sword. You have a great selection to cater to your individual interests, but it also means that you must choose wisely and sometimes sacrifice one panel for another happening at the same time. The panels last until around 4 p.m.. Actual film screenings start around 1 p.m. Most of the films in the festival are independently made. This means that investors who are not financially backed by a major studio have put up the money for the film to be produced. Almost all of these films are screening at the festival in the hope that they'll be seen by the right person, purchased and subsequently distributed nationally. Because of this, there is an ungodly amount of promoting that occurs at every event of the festival by the people trying to sell their movie. I came home with several dozen filers, more than a few posters, at least 20 matchbooks and a wallet full of business cards, all of which promoted a person's film, editing business or production studio. Attendees have the opportunity to view many types of films, including comedy, horror, short films and documentaries. Most theaters will show films until around midnight, but I generally left before the 10 p.m. showings so I could get ready for the nightly parties. Going out to the parties just to grab a drink isn't necessary, though, as almost every panel and theater had a full bar. The nightly events are the opening night party, the closing night party and the pitch finale party. The first two are fairly self-explanatory, but the third is much more interesting. The pitch finale party is the culmination of the four-day long competition in which amateurs pitch their script ideas to industry professionals and get valuable critiques and feedback. Many of these people who pitch are approached by members of the industry for meetings and occasionally sell scripts or get jobs because of the competition. I met several celebrities, including "the waitress" from It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, David Wain, who directed Wet Hot American Summer and Role Models, and Toby from The Office. I also saw James Cromwell of Babe fame, Seann William Scott, who played Stifler in American Pie, and Jane Lynch, who was the electronics store owner in The 40 Year Old Virgin. I had the opportunity to screen W. and Max Payne the night before their wide release, and Role Models before its release this Friday. The best movie I saw at the AFF was, by far, one called Visioneers. It stars Zach Galifianakis, and is one of the funniest and most touching movies I have seen in a very long time. So, if you're interested in the movie industry or are just a fan of films, you should consider attending next year's Austin Film Festival. The people you'll meet there are helpful, talented and incredibly interesting. And the fact that Austin has more bars per square block than any other city I have ever been to doesn't hurt, either. Check out www.austinfilmfestival.com for more information on next year's festival. AUSTIN FILM FESTIVAL & AMERICAN AIRLINES PRESENT WENDY & LUCY November 6,2008 5 BEAUMONT CLUB 4050 Pennsylvania - Kansas City, MO FRI 11/7 all ages - 7 pm HENRY ROLLINS BEAUMONT CLUB 4050 Pennsylvania – Kansas City, MO FRI 11/7 all ages – 7 pm HENRY ROLLINS TUE 11/11 all ages – 6 pm ALL TIME LOW COMPROMISING OF INTEGRITY, MORALITY & PRINCIPLES IN EXCHANGE FOR MONEY TOUR FEATURING MOTERGY MUSICAGE EVERY AVENUE MAINE SUN 11/16 PLAIN WHITE T'S with special guests AB MEG & DIA WED 11/19 all ages – 7 pm LUDO THE HIGHER EYE ALASKA The Graduate recordBar 1020 Westport Road Kansas City, MO FRI 11/21 18+ 9 pm WITH KIDZ IN THE HALL RAPPER BIG POOH AND ISAIAH TUE 11/11 all ages - 6 pm ALL TIME LOW the COMPROMISING OF INTEGRITY, MORALITY & PRINCIPLES & EXCHANGE FOR MONEY YOUR FEATURING MAYSKY PARADE EVERY AVENUE MAINE BEAUMONT CLUB 4050 Pennsylvania – Kansas City, MO FRI 11/7 all ages – 7 pm HENRY ROLLINS TUE 11/11 all ages – 6 pm ALL TIME LOW THE COMPROMISING OF INTEGRITY, MORALITY & PRINCIPLES IN EXCHANGE FOR MONEY TOUR FEATURING MAYRAY MANAGE EVENING AVENUE MAINE SUN 11/16 PLAIN WHITE T'S with special guests CAB MEG & DIA WED 11/19 all ages – 7 pm LUDO THE HIGHER EYE ALASKA The Graduate recordBar 1020 Westport Road Kansas City, MO FRI 11/21 18+ 9 pm WITH KIDZ IN THE HALL RAPPER BIG POOH AND ISAIAH JACKPOT 943 Massachusetts St. – Lawrence, KS SAT 11/15 18+ 9 pm CD RELEASE SHOW HAMMERLOOK THUNDER EAGLE ATTACK ON URANUS TUE 11/18 18+ 9 pm HOLLY GOLIGHTLY & THE BROKEOFFS DELANY DAVIDSON MISS ALLISON OLASSA AND COMPANY LONNIE FISHER AND THE FUNeral FRI 11/21 18+ 9 pm VIC CHESNUTT ELF POWER GHOSTY LIBERTY HALL 642 Massachusetts St. – Lawrence, KS FRI 11/7 all ages – 7:30 pm Slightly Stoopid Not Stoned Enough Fall Tour 2008 with Outlaw Nation and DJ Unite SUN 11/9 all ages – 7 pm thehotelcafe tour2008 Rachael Yamagata Meiko Thao Nguyen Kate Havnevik Alice Russell Jaymay SUN 11/16 PLAIN WHITE T'S with special guests THE CAB MEG & DIA WED 11/19 all ages - 7 pm LUDO THE HIGHER EYE ALASKA The Graduate NOTICE recordBar 1020 Westport Road Kansas City, MO FRI 11/21 18+ 9 pm WITH KIDZ IN THE HALL RAPPER BIG POOH AND ISAIAH SAT 11/15 18+ 9 pm CD RELEASE SHOW HAMMERLOAK THUNDER EAGLE ATTACK ON URANUS JACKPOT 943 Massachusetts St. - Lawrence, KS SAT 11/15 18+ 9 pm CD RELEASE SHOW HAMMERLORD THUNDER EAGLE ATTACK ON URANUS TUE 11/18 18+ 9 pm HOLLY GOLIGHTLY & THE BROKEOFFS DELANY DAVIDSON MISS ALLISON OLASSA AND COMPANY LONNIE FISHER AND THE FUNERAL FRI 11/21 18+ 9 pm VIC CHESNUTT ELF POWER GHOSTY JACKPOT 943 Massachusetts St. - Lawrence, KS SAT 11/15 18+ 9 pm CD RELEASE SHOW HAMMERLON THUNDER EAGLE ATTACK ON URANUS TUE 11/18 18+ 9 pm HOLLY GOLIGHTLY & THE BROKEOFFS DELANY DAVIDSON MISS ALLISON OLASSA AND COMPANY LONNIE FISHER AND THE FUNERAL FRI 11/21 18+ 9 pm VIC CHESNUTT ELF POWER GHOSTY LIBERTY HALL 642 Massachusetts St. - Lawrence, KS FRI 11/7 all ages - 7:30 pm slightly stooped Not Stoned Enough Fall Tour 2008 with Outlow Nation and DJ Unite SUN 11/9 all ages - 7 pm thehotelcafe tour2008 Rachael Yamagata Meiko Thao Nguyen Kate Havnevik Alice Russell Jaymay TUE 11/18 18+ 9 pm HOLLY GOLIGHTLY & THE BROKEOFFS DELANY DAVIDSON MISS ALLISON OLASSA AND COMPANY LONNIE FISHER AND THE FUNERAL FRI 11/21 18+ 9 pm VIC CHESNUTT ELF POWER GHOSTY LIBERTY HALL 642 Massachusetts St. - Lawrence, KS FRI 11/7 all ages - 7:30 pm slightly stoopid Not Stoned Enough Fall Tour 2008 with Outlaw Nation and DJ Unite LIBERTY HALL 642 Massachusetts St. - Lawrence, KS FRI 11/7 all ages - 7:30 pm slightly stoopid Not Stoned Enough Fall Tour 2008 with Outlaw Nation and DJ Unite SUN 11/9 all ages - 7 pm thehotelcafe tour2008 Rachael Yamagata Meiko Thao Nguyen Kate Havnevik Alice Russell Jaymay SUN 11/9 all ages - 7 pm thehotelcafe tour2008 Rachael Yamagata Meiko Thao Nguyen Kate Havnevik Alice Russell Jaymay TICKETS AVAILABLE THRU ticketmaster OUTLETS, WWW.TICKETMASTER.COM, OR CHARGE BY PHONE 816-931-3330 FOR MORE EVENTS, CHECK OUT WWW.VFLOCITYMARKETING.BIZ, WWW.HUNTINDUSTRIES.COM, OR WWW.UPTOELEVEN.COM TOMORROW'S NEWS: Facebook Lexicon Facebook recently introduced Lexicon, a trend-mapping tool that puts SuperPoke to shame. Lexicon, which was created by Facebook, tracks the most interesting trends on Facebook by analyzing words and phrases from wall posts, and it then turns the information into graphs and charts. The graphs show how many Facebook members are talking about a particular word or phrase. "Lexicon graphs are a powerful way to understand the trends in what people are talking about." says Roddy Lindsay, Facebook data scientist. Lexicon is similar to the Google Trends search tool, except that the data is pulled from conversations instead of search queries. Lexicon only gathers text from walls and never accesses messages, chat. Midomi Imagine you have a song stuck in your head. Thankfully, a new Web site and iPhone application have come to your rescue, and they can be found at www.midoni.com. It's been there for days, but you don't know the artist or the title. What's worse, you can only remember the chorus. Instead of playing out the whole song, your brain just plays the chorus on an endless loop, slowly driving you crazy. Midomi software's is multi-faceted, combining existing search methods like text searches (if you know the artist or song title) and a "grab it" feature that let's you locate a song that's playing on the radio just by holding your iPhone to the speaker. Once Midomi identifies the song, you can purchase it from either of its two music store affiliates, Apple iTunes or Yahoo! Music Store. If you can't remember the artist or title, and you can't "grab it" from the radio, that when the third and most impressive feature comes in. You can simply sing or hum into the mic, and it will find the song based on melody, lyrics and language. Keyvan Mohajer, CEO of Midomi software producer Melodis, says the software is adaptive to the information you give it. If you don't know the lyrics, then you can just hum and it will use only the melody. Max White. Andover junior, says he would potentially use Midomi, but says the singing feature might not work well for him. "I'm a horrendous singer.I'm tone-deaf to the ultimate degree."White says. Photo illustration by Julianne Kueffer searches or other private data. Lexicon can compare phrases with up two five keywords. If you type "party tonight" and "hangover" into the application, Lexicon compares the use of these words on walls and produces a month-to-month graph comparing their frequency. Facebook spokesman Matt Hicks says the information gathered by Lexicon is publicly available for any user to be able to learn more about what's happening on Facebook. Lexicon can be added just like any other user-created Facebook application. "We've seen positive reactions to Lexicon from people who find it to be a fun and useful way to spot trends," Hicks says. —Nina Libby But Mohajer says that's okay, because the search is independent of key, tempo, language and even vocal quality. What matters is that the song is in the database. If it's not, Midomi isn't going to find it no matter how well you sing it. Mohajer says. To solve this problem, Midomi combines one part MySpace with one part American Idol to create a social network where singers can congregate and sing their favorite songs into the database. Midomi adds to its database daily, and the Web site has nearly one million songs to search from. Matt Bechtold Mutt Bechtold KSAS 6 November 6,2008 14.60782395397423953974 NOTICE WESCOEWIT Girl: You're going to kill me. Professor: I would never! I could lose tenure for that. Girl 1: Marshmallows and whip cream are the most pointless dessert foods ever. Girl 2: I think they were just invented because there was a need for edible glue. Girl: Alcohol and expensive video equipment—always a good time. Guy: Just make sure you use a tripod so the video isn't all shaky. Professor: Hypothetical situation: It's Zombie Night and you go downtown and find two zombies smokin' dope behind a building. What do you do? Girl: Make them share? Girl! (looking at Zombie Walk photos in Jayplay) If I would've been downtown when this happened, I would have shat myself. Girl 1: It's 11;11. Make a wish. Girl 2: I wish the fat in his thighs would miraculously move up to my ass. **Guy:** (leaving a message) Hey, just giving you a shout, so give me a shout when you get this and we can give those girls a shout. Guy: If you go to that meeting about breast cancer awareness, you get a free shirt that says "i heart boobs." Girl 1: She never has enough clothes on. Girl 2: Well, next week she'll have pneumonia so we won't have to see her. Professor: (sniffing the air) Is somebody eating lunch at 10 a.m.? Guy: It's just like elementary school! Guy I: (listening to TI's song "Whatever You Like") This whole song is about Barack Obama. 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Not only are old toothbrushes gross-looking, they are downright dirty. A study by the American Dental Association says toothbrushes can harbor microorganisms and bacteria that can infections. And, the longer you stick with one brush, the more bacteria it picks up. The ADA recommends using a toothbrush for a maximum of four months. Dentistry in Lawrence."And that bacteria might not be something you'd want in your mouth." "A toothbrush will get bacteria from anything it comes into contact with," says Angela Bradley, dental hygienist at Wiklund, Peterson and Krische General Bradley suggests replacing toothbrushes every three months or when the bristles begin to splay sideways. She says one of the most important steps to keeping a toothbrush clean is consistently rinsing and drying it after use. Rinsing the brush helps shed some of the bacteria, and drying it helps eliminate mold and mildew. —Asher Fusco [Image of a hand holding a spoon with bite marks.] Photo illustration by Ryan McGeeney WEDDING DAY Raindrops ARE NOW YOUR GAIN. UP TO $5,000 BACK ON YOUR WEDDING DAY IF IT RAINS! Glitters fine jewelry Special Financing For Kansas Students 913-661-0834 4250 W. 119TH ST. (119TH & ROE) LEAWOOD, KS WWW.GLITTERS.COM 8 November 6,2008 HEALTH Good for you Bad for you Soup As the weather turns colder, many of us crave a warm, hearty dish to thaw our insides and keep us going.Among the healthier and warmer options are soups. Ingredients such as beans, lentils and other vegetables offer protein, fiber and flavor without a high number of calories. Some soups are healthier than others, however. Nancy Donahey, Lawrence nutritionist, says to look for soups with non-starchy vegetables such as green beans, carrots, celery and onions. Starchy vegetables, such as corn and potatoes, contain more calories and carbohydrates. Donahey also says that cheese-based soups or creamy soups have a higher fat content. These tend to be made with cream or whole milk, which contain saturated fat. Donahey says broth-based soups are healthier and can be just as filling as creamy soups. If you still prefer cream-based soups, Adrienne Baxter, dietician at the University of Kansas Medical Center, offers a few tips. For those who make their soups at home, create the cream base with low-fat milk. If you want a thicker but healthier base, Baxter says you can also use low-fat canned milk. vegetables, lentils and barley are an excellent source of whole grain and dietary fiber,as are chickpeas,garbanzo beans and kidney beans, which can also add a Mediterranean or Italian touch to your soup. Donahey also recommends all-bean soups as a good source of protein and vitamins. When it comes to meat, Baxter recommends using a leaner-cut beef as opposed to ground chuck. As for So, if you're cold and looking to indulge in a warm dish, grab a bowl of soup and take a healthy bite. —Susan Melgren VERDICT: GOOD FOR YOU the er, o te k. r JACKPOT! TUE 4 WATCH PARTY! BLUE THEME! CHEAP ASS DRINKS! WED 5 KINCH LONNIE FISHER & THE FUNERAL THE GRANTING - AUBREY THU 6 FARMER'S BALL THE KITE TAILS-DER TODESKING·DEF EAR HAWLEY SCHOFFNER FRI 1 KJHK'S FARMER'S BALL TRANSMITTENS. DREAM LOVER. FREDERICK & THE 6 ANGRY TELEPHONES SAT 8 KJHK'S FARMER'S BALL FINALS FINAL TWO BANDS FROM EACH NIGHT! SUN 9 PIGEON JOHN KANSER · TBA REPLAY LOUGE WWW.REPLAYLOUGE.COM 946 MA55 LAWRENCE K5 7.85,749,7676 TUE 4 ZOMBIE BAZOOKA PATROL MEAT FLOWER DRESS LIKE A ZOMBIE!! WED 5 WOLVES IN THE ATTIC ECHO OF THE ELMS FRI 1 NORMAN OAK WE GIANTS NEW FRANKLIN PANTHERS SAT 8 REPLAY RUMMAGE SALE! CHEAP STUFF! LOOTS OF IT! SAT 8 THE SOUND OF URCHIN THE MARMOTS Want Kansas vs. Missouri tickets? 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A writer explores this phenomenon, and tries to discover what campus would sound like pod-less. By Matt Bechtold mbechtold@kansan.com I sat on the bus in the early morning, casually glancing around me on my way to campus.Three girls sat at evenlyspaced intervals behind me, each appearing half-awake, but relaxed. They went about their morning routine, sipping coffee or reading a book, each one of them alone in their own little world. Then suddenly, the energy on the bus dramatically changed. The girls tensed like gazelles that had just spotted movement in the nearby brush. I turned expecting something predatory, but it was just an awkwardly dressed young man climbing onto the bus. I had never seen him before, but I could tell the girls had, because all three simultaneously produced a set of earbuds and popped them quickly into place. The young man looked around the bus, sighed, and then sat down across the aisle from me. I almost felt sorry for him. Until he started talking to me. Within two minutes of the most bizarre, uncomfortable small talk ever, I understood why those three girls had a sudden need for music. fee or reading a book, each one alone in their own little world. and popped them quickly into place. 10 November 6,2008 photos by Jerry Wang 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 I nodded apathetically to his questions. I shrugged non-committally. I yawned and stared out the window, but not a single social cue was getting through to this guy. Eventually he just started talking loudly to himself. Or to the entire bus. I'm not really sure. I didn't have it in me to get up and move to another seat, but for the rest of that excruciating five-minute bus ride, I daydreamed about making a sign I could hang around my neck with bold, red letters that said "do not disturb." When the bus finally reached my stop, I got up and glanced back at the girls, still blissfully in their own little worlds. As I headed for the door, one of them gave me a small smile of sympathy. Just then, I realized that the iPod, complete with it's extremely visible white earbuds, was the technological equivalent of my imaginary "do not disturb" sign—only far less bitty. As I walked to class, I noticed every person who was wearing earbuds or headphones and felt a little pang of envy, still missing my own. The more I thought about it, the more I realized that when I had been using my iPod daily, the walks from class to class had seemed shorter. The beat of the music set a quicker pace, yet I wasn't as tired at the end of the day. I didn't dwell as much on the massive amount of work I had to do every day. I got more done, because I wasn't as distracted by non-essential things. I had to look into this further. Kelsey Lynch, Overland Park senior, was sitting in the Underground, engrossed in finance homework as the drone of hundreds of students' conversations reverberated off the walls. As I approached, I noticed a focused, almost serene look on her face. As the lunch rush reached its apex, the Underground surely became one of the loudest places on campus. Yet I imagined Lynch was only hearing her favorite playlist. I hesitated before talking to her, realizing that I might be about to disregard her own "do not disturb" sign and be that guy. It turned out that Lynch was 1 Lynch did admit to using her iPod when she works out at the gym as a way of isolating herself from the other people there, so she could focus on her work-out without interruptions. completely friendly and unperturbed by my interruption, saying that she generally uses her headphones just because she works better with music playing,and because headphones help her block out noisy distractions. Elizabeth Anne Bond, Lawrence junior, says she uses her headphones primarily just because she loves music. It makes her day more interesting, she has more energy, and her walks on campus tend to go a bit quicker. However, she too admitted that, on rare occasions, she had caught herself using her headphones to avoid certain interactions, like when she passed people handing out fliers on Wescoe Beach. "I can kind of see it as subconciously avoiding people, because you're in your own little world," Bond says. "I'd hope that's not too detrimental. I guess it can isolate you a little bit, though. I've been told by friends that they'd seen me on campus and waved, but I didn't notice. I'm like, 'Whoops, I must have had my music on.'" Brian Donovan, associate professor of sociology, says he doesn't necessarily see frequent iPod use as a problem. It's just another example of what he refers to as "cyborg behavior;" describing the way we are continually changing our bodies' relationship to technology. Citingrebelliousteenagers of the'80s who used SonyWalkman cassette players toignore their parents without any lasting negative consequences,Donovan predicts no ill effects from this next generation of "cyborg behavior;" and he predicts that in five to 10 years,another new device will come along and once again change the way we interact with each other. Michael Bull, a professor of media studies at the University of Sussex in England, has become the leading expert on the cultural impact of personal music devices. Bull says iPods give people an unprecedented way to choose their own soundtrack for their setting, allowing them to soundlack for their setting, allowing them to insert their own mood into the environment they're in. Ultimately, Bull says, this could result in a big city filled with people who are close in proximity, but each isolated in his or her own private bubble. A couple days later, walking between Haworth and Lindley Halls. I found myself in the middle of a small group of about five other students, all wearing headphones of some kind. While we walked, I heard only the sound of tennis shoes on concrete. No talking, no laughing, no conversation, no witty banter—just feet on pavement. It was almost surreal. I was surrounded by pod-people, each inside his or her own audio cocoon. A bus roared Ultimately, this could result in an entire city of people each in his or her own private bubble. past our group, shattering the strange silence, and I once more wished I had my iPod with me. Since that day, I've made a point to have my iPod charged and in my bag, ready for those rare times when nothing else is going on and I want to be in my own headspace for a minute. Or just in case feel the need to wear my "do not disturb" sign. The trick, I guess, is knowing when to slip into your own bubble and crank the soundtrack that will help you get through the day,and when to take off the "do not disturb" sign and start a conversation with a fellow Jayhawk. You never know. Something great might happen that will shift your day from needing a soundtrack to deserving a soundtrack. Ire ity ch and hall ad- nd. ard nis No no tty on ost ed in- u- ed d I od en wn 99G0H 71F1115 November 6,2008 11 一二三四五 六七八 PLAY THIS WEEKEND: Street Scene After partying last Friday night in scantily clad costumes and chugging cheap beer at the football game Saturday, maybe it's time to think about adding a little culture and refinement to your weekend activities. Opera may sound intense,but the University Theatre and the Department of Music and Dance's staging of Street Scene an American opera, is fun and accessible for any music lover. The script is based on the 1929 Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Elmer Rice, and features lyrics by poet and former Lawrence resident Langston Hughes, with music by German composer Kurt Weill. "It's not strict opera like you would think," says Charla Jenkins, director of public relations for the Department of Theatre and Film. "You think of traditional opera with the fat lady with the horns, and this is not that way it all. It's more West Side Story, where there's a real story and there's a lot of dialogue. It kind of bridges the gap between opera and musical theater." Street Scene is performed on Stage Too! in the Crafton-Preyer Theatre in Murphy Hall. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 7,8,13,14 and 15,and Nov.9 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for students. —Brianne Pfannenstiel Get Phoggy Thursday $8 Fish Bowls $2 Domestic Bottles 2-4-1 Burgers $2 Grape & Cherry Bombs Friday $2 Anything THE PHOGGY DOG BAR & GRILL 22nd & Iowa Saturday $3 Big Beers $3 Vodka Energy $3 Jager Bombs Kansas Football Watch Party starting at 1:30 p.m. THE PHOGGY DOG BAR & GRILL 22nd & Iowa out & about What's the next movie you're excited to see? T. I'm excited for the new Bond movie. I'm a big fan of the tradition. The last one they did took you back to the beginning, which was really telling. Crystal Rose, Roswell, N.M., doctoral student I want to see the one with Edward Norton—Pride and Glory. It seems interesting and I like thrillers and drama. —Elhan Durguti, Yugoslavia senior GOVERNOR P My friend and I were just talking about Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist. I really like Michael Cera. —Katie Weber, Humboldt senior I want to see the new one with Seth Rogan, Zack and Miri Make a Porno. I really liked the last couple movies he's been in. It's the new kind of humor—the average man's humor. Matt Marsaglia, Naperville, Ill., sophomore BOWIE Saw V. I like gory stuff. I saw the last ones, and they were pretty awesome. I thought it was going to end, but I guess I was wrong. But I'm not complaining. —Kayla Wildy, Charleston, N.C., freshman I want to see The Spirit. I really like graphic novels, and that one's going to be entertaining. —Hilary Johnson, Chicago senior --- CLOSE I want to see Role Models. It looks hilarious. I like those two actors, Paul Rudd and Seann William Scott. I'm a big fan of American Wedding and American Pie. —Sam Prentice, Cheney senior That would have to be the new James Bond movie, Quantum Solace. I've always liked James Bond movies, and I really liked the last one, so hopefully this will follow suit. Rudolph Ardon, San Jose, Costa Rica, graduate student 12 November 6,2008 —Brianne Pfannenstiel PLAY 1. 数字法计算器 Hidden Treasures How the pastime of antique shopping is receiving new street cred from the youth MELANIE GRIFFITH Photo illustration by Allison Richardson The Lawrence Antique Mall, 830 Massachusetts St. offers students a different kind of shopping experience.The store sells furniture, jewelry and other retro items By Derek Zarda dzarda@kansan.com Glancing through the selection in front of her, student Alex Shoffner is deep in concentration. Before her is a small selection of aprons, and finding the one that speaks to her is what's important. Shoffner, Wichita junior, is downstairs at the Lawrence Antique Mall. a haven for second-hand items that Shoffner has been going to for the past three years. Today's hunt is not just about finding an apron, but objects from the past that Shoffner can incorporate into her own life back at her apartment. Shoffner's not alone in this search. For years people have flocked to antique stores to hunt for that certain something. It's these objects—ranging from the ordinary to the absurd—that unlock hidden memories and connections to earlier times in our lives. Downtown Lawrence offers the perfect escape from classes and landlocked suburbia with its selection of antique shops. You've probably walked past them without even a glance. A mall among us What do you do when all the garage sales have run dry in your area, but you still have that itching desire to rummage through endless tables of stuff? Just head to the mall—The Lawrence Antique Mall, that is. Larry Billings, co-owner of the store with his wife Gwen, has kept The Lawrence Antique Mall a permanent fixture on Mass. Street for 18 years The building is divided into two floors, with spaces rented out to individual dealers who bring in their own merchandise,price it and display it. Billings keeps track of what's been sold each day and posts a report of those sales the next day so his dealers know what's been purchased, taking a 10 percent commission on everything sold. Several of the store's dealers know college students love to shop there, so they stock their spaces with inexpensive, retro furniture, records and things that can be used on a daily basis. Travis Mitchell, Topeka senior, heads to The Lawrence Antique Mall because of his obsession with vinyl records. He says there are usually about four or five record stores in Lawrence that offer better prices and selection than he has seen in antique stores in Kansas City, or back home in Topeka. When collecting becomes profession If you want to get serious about your collecting habits, though, there's only one spot that lives and breathes antiquing and collecting: Antique Bazaars II. This is where the serious collectors go to hunt for specific pieces to add to their collection, such as glass figurines or rare coin collections. Megan Bigbee, Olathe senior, shops at Antique Bazaars II as well as other antique shops, constantly looking for '50s jewelry and clothes to wear."I'm obsessed with the '50s," Bigbee says."I like the old glamour and fashion." Originally from Mitchell County in central Kansas, Dennis Oakley came east to attend the University, bringing with him his love of collecting, a hobby he can trace all the way back to when he was eight years old. The store itself has been around for more than eight years, with 90 percent of the antiques in the store coming directly from Oakley's collection. Oakley says he sees college students head straight for the guitars, clothing and retro items from the '50s.'60s and '70s. Oakley's take on antiques? "It's an acquired taste," he says. It is rule of thumb that an antique will go up in value and you rarely throw an antique away. For those looking to get serious about collecting, he recommends visiting antique shows, looking around antique stores and even hitting up eBay for research. "You have to remember; though, that this is a time-invested hobby." Oakley says. A radical play on antique Two doors down from the Bottleneck at 731 New Hampshire, St., an eager Labrador Retriever makes her way to the front of a store to greet a customer. Before a customer can register the large volume of nostalgic items surrounding him, he's looking down with a smile, petting the dog as it grins back. It's Sally the Flea Dog, the official mascot and door greeter for the radical antique and consignment shop known as The Giant Flea. The Giant Flea is a consignment shop and sole proprietorship, making its own money through the community and a couple consigners. Current owner Phyllis Bias is from Arma and took over for the original owner shortly after the store opened two years ago. Her store promotes recycling, reusing and re-creating "orphan objects"—things that would otherwise end up in the landfill. Her feelings on antique stores are as clear as the type of customers she serves. "If I ran a traditional antique shop,I would only be catering to those who are wealthy enough to decorate their homes with expensive collectibles," Bias says. Bias encourages hagging. She loves seeing the surprise in her customers' faces when she tells them this, letting them experience a virtually lost art in the shopping world. She wants her upstairs attic atmosphere to be comfortable for the customers, a place where there's no pressure to buy anything. "We don't follow people around," Bias says."If it makes you feel good, then buy it." Her philosophy with the store is that its purpose is to serve the community first, and she is always willing to work with her customers to purchase an item, sometimes giving items away for free. Looking forward "All of this, it's just stuff." Bias says. "This store is about more than that. It's about the people." It's in these modern day pop culture shrines that we can find sanctuary in the throwbacks of yesteryear and rediscover ourselves through the hunt for clarity in our lives. We don't just go searching for specifics, but rather a place to let our minds wander, purchasing the objects that speak to us, asking, "Remember me?" November, 6, 2008 Diversity in the Workplace The workplace is a place where people from different backgrounds come together to work. Diversity is important because it helps us to be more creative and innovative, and it makes our workplaces more enjoyable for everyone. Diversity can also help us to reduce stress and improve our well-being. When people are diverse, they are more likely to feel happy and relaxed. Diversity can also help us to build stronger relationships with colleagues. When people are diverse, they are more likely to be friends and colleagues who share common interests and values. Diversity can also help us to make our workplaces more inclusive and welcoming. When people are diverse, we are more likely to be able to see others' perspectives and feelings from a variety of angles. Diversity can also help us to make our workplaces more effective and efficient. When people are diverse, we are more likely to find new ideas and solutions to problems. Diversity can also help us to make our workplaces more sustainable and eco-friendly. When people are diverse, we are more likely to use eco-friendly products and practices. Diversity can also help us to make our workplaces more community-oriented and supportive. When people are diverse, we are more likely to have a sense of community and belonging. 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Diversity can also help us to make our workplaces more inclusive and diverse. When people are diverse, we are more likely to be able to meet the needs of people from different online 13 MANUAL Taking the blame The art of apologizing to your partner By Heather Melanson hmelanson@kansan.com Lindsay Brown, Perry junior, felt bad after cheating on her now ex-boyfriend of more than three years. The day after Brown cheated, she went to her ex-boyfriend's house to confess her infidelity. She apologized for cheating and acknowledged her wrongdoing, but her ex-boyfriend didn't accept her apology. He told her to leave his house, and ended the relationship. Apologies can be tough to muster, but it's important to own up to poor actions or behaviors and apologize to a significant other when you've hurt him or her, and to try to mend what's been broken. But just because you apologize doesn't mean the apology will be accepted, as Brown discovered. Vickie Hull, a marriage and family therapist at Lawrence Therapy Services, 2200 Harvard Road, says trust is like a free gift given at the start of a relationship. When one party betrays that trust, it's not freely handed out again. It takes time and effort to gain trust back. Apologizing shows your partner that you value his or her trust. Apologizing is like taking a risk, because you make yourself vulnerable to the other person. When you admit to doing something wrong and apologize, it can feel like you're giving your partner the upper hand in the situation. Hull says if the person won't accept the apology, ask your partner why they won't and what else they need from you, because you have to show you're willing to fulfill your partner's needs. If an apology doesn't work, maybe that's because the apology is self-centered or places the blame on the other person. There are some foolproof ways to make your situation worse and piss off your partner even more by giving a bad apology. Here's how not to say you're sorry. Texting and e-mailing It's too easy to hide behind your phone or computer screen. Punch some buttons or keys, click send and you're done. Hull says much of our communication is nonverbal, so it's important to make your apology face-to-face with eye contact. Interpreting an "I'm sorry" through a text or e-mail is too difficult, and it's often hard to tell if the apology is sincere. Damn, you caught me Apologizing because you got caught isn't an apology, either. Hull says. Looking out for yourself because you don't want to be reprimanded doesn't show your partner that you care about his or her feelings. It just shows that you would continue with your action or behavior if you could get away with it. Show you're sorry that you hurt your partner, not that you got caught. Excuses and blaming If "but" is involved in your apology, then you're really not apologizing, you're making excuses or placing the blame on your partner. Hull says an apology should never start with "you," but should always start with "l." Repetition If you say "I'm sorry" all the time, it loses its meaning. Don't jump too quickly to apologizing every time something goes awry in your relationship. It will seem like you're apologizing just to get your partner off your back. If you find yourself continually apologizing for the same behavior, then that's another problem. Anne Owen, Lawrence psychologist. says if a person keeps apologizing for the same behavior then that person just isn't getting it. She says something is wrong in the relationship if a partner finds that he or she is repeatedly apologizing for the same thing. Demanding acceptance Just because you've apologized doesn't mean you can demand your partner accept the apology. It's your partner's decision whether they want to accept and forgive. Owen says, and he or she has the right to react to what's happened. Many factors determine whether your partner will forgive you, Hull says. Past relationships, religion, personality and the level of hurt are all common factors that go into forgiving, she says. In fact, it's wise for the hurt partner to think before extending his or her trust again, Hull says. Next time you find yourself saying sorry to your partner, make sure it's sincere. It's okay to take time apart after a fight or disagreement so you and your partner can reflect on what happened, says Owen. After apologizing, time and actions will show you were truly sorry for hurting your partner, Owen says. You can show you're sorry with flowers, but there have to be words, too. Vickie Hull, Lawrence Therapy Services marriage and family therapist, explains how to apologize: Take time to process and think about what's happened. Soak it in. 2. After you've thought about the situation, go back to your partner and own up to what you've done with sincerity. 3. Listen to your partner Try to see things through a different perspective so you can figure out what you did wrong.Try to connect to your partner's perspective Ask him or her questions so you can understand and clarify the situation. Contributed photo When delivering an apology, there are certain techniques to show sincerity and your desire to patch up the relationship. 14 November 6,2008 MANUAL green it! Color your closet green You don't have to shop in the Garden of Eden to dress as green as Adam and Eve. Just look around downtown Lawrence. Here are some stores on Massachusetts Street that offer eco-friendly clothing brands at reasonable prices. Rod Smith, owner of White Chocolate. says he cautious he makes eco-con- stores. H Satori h ahead of it co 1005 Massachusetts St. says he is environmentally cautious by nature, so he makes sure to carry eco-conscious lines in his stores. He says the brand Satori has always been ahead of the curve when it comes to making environmentally sustainable clothes. White Chocolate carries a line of women's T-shirts by Satori called Devine,which are made Contributed photo Contributed photo Simple Shoes,a brand of eco-friendly shoes,is just one sustainable clothing line that can be found while shopping on Massachusetts street. from combinations of organic cotton, bamboo and hemp. Smith also sells the V-Co-Logical series by Volcom, which includes hats, shoes and clothes for men and women made with 100 percent certified organic cotton, hemp, vegetable dyes, organic stains and low-impact production methods. Shark's Surf Shop. 813 Massachusetts St., also carries Volcom's V-Co-Logical series, as well as environmentally friendly shoe brands, such as Simple Shoes and Reef sandals. Simple Shoes makes its products from recycled car tires, inner tubes and hemp. "According to Simple Shoes, Lawrence is the second best place in the country, aside from Boulder, Colo., to buy eco-friendly items." Chris Cox, Shark's Surf Shop owner says. These are just a few of the stores in downtown Lawrence that boast green practices, so keep an eye out when you're shopping, because retail therapy has gotten a whole lot greener. Ariel Tilson MARTINI CORNER ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT Your Alternative Energy Source Charge Up Your Nightlife! At the Tower · 31st and Oak · KCMO www.martinicorner.com --- Be seen wearing your shirt. Win $50. Tuesday. Check out last week’s winners: Stephanie Finnerty Bethanie Hurley KU CREDIT UNION A Better Way to Bank www.kucu.org - 3400 W 6th Street and 2221 W 31st Street - 785.749.2224 COMING SOON! 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So I'm left with lukewarm dates and friendships. Should I just date these guys I don't have chemistry with for the experience, or should I keep holding out for the one? Joel, senior Fran: Dating someone you don't see as a life partner is a waste of your time and your potential boyfriend's time. I have been on the receiving end of "he's just not that into you" relationships, and it's extremely devastating to be told one or two months into a relationship."I just don't see this going anywhere." My response is always. "If you knew from the beginning this relationship had a small chance of progressing, why did you bother dating me? I could have been out looking for the right person instead of wasting my time on a relationship that was apparently doomed form the start." It's not fair to your partner to lead him on like that. When you do find "the one," Joel, the Not to mention you would be shutting yourself off from other opportunities that do have potential if you succumbed to your loneliness. That, or you would meet someone whom you have feelings for; but you cannot commit to immediately because you are already in a relationship. Breaking up with a significant other to date someone else is always a messy situation. As someone who hates being alone, I can completely understand your quandary. But being in a dead-end relationship is a lose-lose situation, so do yourself and everyone else involved in your love life a favor by staying single and focusing on making yourself the best person you can possibly be. That way, when the right person comes along, you'll be ready. Matt: Fran mentioned attempting to be "the best person you can possibly be." I don't understand how Joel could be this person if he has no dating experience under his belt. He can read as many Dating for Dummies and Nicholas Sparks novels as he wants, but nothing compares to the experience you gain from putting yourself out there and dating. chemistry you have with him won't matter if you don't know how to be in a relationship with him. The chemistry becomes irrelevant if all you'll be able to do is finish each other's sentences and laugh at each other's jokes. You need past relationships to reflect upon and learn from. Then, when you and "the one" hit a rough patch, you will be better equipped to deal with the problem. Of course, every relationship is different, but similar problems arise with most couples, and so it's helpful to know in general how to remedy a certain situation. With one guy I dated, we were inseparable for the first couple weeks. We had some real chemistry and I thought he might have been "the one." After about a month, it became stale and went downhill. So, Joel, real chemistry can sometimes be misleading and these "ukewarm dates" could actually turn into something more substantial. I met a girl at a party and we got high and drunk and we hooked up. The only problem is that she's engaged. What should I do? Andrew, senior Fran: To put it bluntly, the girl is probably not going to leave her fiancée for you. If you ever have an affair with a married woman, it's unlikely she will leave her husband for you. It doesn't matter if you are more attractive, more of a gentleman or more intelligent. She and her boyfriend were clearly in love at one time. He would not have asked her to marry him if that were not true. Chances are they have somehow grown apart and now she's trying to fill that void with you. when really she needs to work out her problems with him. The likeliness she will choose you instead of her boyfriend does not hinge on her connection with you in any way. It is directly tied to the status of her current relationship. If she decides to talk to her boyfriend about her doubts and he lovingly reassures her of his feelings and commits to working out their problems, you're out—plain and simple. That's what she needed to hear from him all along. But if he doesn't meet her emotional needs after she talks to him, the chances that she will leave him for you just increased. I must point out that this type of cheating is not the same as rebounding, though, because women who are engaged have a difficult time letting go of their relationships, even if they know they're not working. Don't push her to make up her mind too quickly. If she makes the wrong choice because you were pressuring her, both of you could end up with broken hearts when this ordeal is all said and done. Matt: You've left Fran and me with a very open-ended question, Andrew. Fran assumed you like this person and that it was more than just a hook-up for you. I'll tackle the issue of awkwardly seeing this person again, and maybe even seeing her fiancée. You and this girl know what happened was wrong. There's no real way of denying and justifying it. You have two choices: avoid this girl entirely, or confront the situation. If you avoid her, be smart about it. Whoever you went to that party with, think twice about going to another party with them, because you and the girl know some of the same people. If any Facebook friendship or messaging occurred, de-friend her and delete any trace of her. If you see her in public, run and hide. It may seem extreme, but you can't half-ass a situation like this. If you decide to confront her, be amiable and mature about it. Do not become defensive or start pointing fingers. Ask her who knows what happened and what you two should do about it. Discuss how you two should act if you do ever see each other in public. I suggest taking this route. It's much better than ducking behind a trash can the next time you see her. Send your sex and relationship questions to bitchandmoan@kansan.com. 16 November 6,2008 REVIEW CONTACT MOVIE REVIEW: Role Models Role Models is a capable comedy directed by David Wain, who directed the cult hit Wet Hot American Summer. It stars Seann William Scott and former KU student Paul Rudd. The plot centers on two energy drink promoters, Wheeler (Scott) and Danny (Rudd), who are sentenced to 150 hours of community service at a Big Brothers Big Sisters-style organization. Their "little brothers" are a foul-mouthed youngster named Ronnie and a socially inept teenager named Augie, played by Christopher Mintz-Plasse, who played McLovin in Superbad. In the movie, Danny must learn to appreciate life and win back his girlfriend, while Wheeler must mature beyond his man-child lifestyle. They also must help Augie and Ronnie build trust, friendships and believe in themselves. The funniest scenes are those involving an event called LARPing, which stands for Live Action Role Playing. The premise of this activity is that children and adults dress in medieval costumes and conduct battles for honor and prestige at local parks. The final scene of the LARPing event brought tears of laughter to my eyes. learn old afternoons more and spend them for the life you deserve to tell. BEcome A ROLE MODEL BEcome A ROLE MODEL BEcome A ROLE MODEL SEANN WILLIAM SCOTT PAME RUDO ROLE MODELS For more information, call 800-354-9261. As Wain's first big studio movie, the humor isn't as bizarre as his previous films, but he manages to maintain his strangeness and subtle humor. This movie is worth seeing in the theater, where the laughs will multiply with a big crowd. However, the jokes come so quickly that the laughter covers many of the funnier secondary jokes. You might want to wait for Role Models to come out on DVD to enjoy all the humor. ★★★ Miller Davis HOWWE MET At first, it didn't seem like Olathe natives Marissa Piltz, senior, and Brian Moehring, 2007 graduate, were meant to be together. The first sign was when Moehring cut Piltz from their high school Science Olympiad team. The second sign was when Moehring briefly dated one of Piltz's friends. However, fate quickly changed in the couple's favor. Moehring became impressed with Plitz after the two bonded over conversations about science and math. "Iimagine my surprise when someone in the high school knew high school knew what a fractal was, when that someone was female, and when that someone seemed to like talking to me," Moehring says. "And the rest, as they say, is history." A f t e r more than a year of dating. M oe hring proposed on July 4, 2005. The couple had been talking about getting engaged for a while, so at first, Piltz says she didn't realize he had actually proposed. She later made him get down on one knee and do the proposal again. Carly Halvorson After Piltz graduates with her bachelor's degree and Moehring with his master's, they plan on moving to California. Staying true to their love of math, they plan to get married on March 14, 2010—Pi day. (Above) Brian and Marissa at prom in 2005. (Right) The couple at the Greater Kansas City Japan festival in Contributed photos (1) BIGGEST PARTY IN LAWRENCE 18 to dance 21 to drink Friday @ 9 $3 BAGARDIS $2 JAGER BOMBS ABE & JAKE'S LANDING 8 EAST SIXTH STREET • LAWRENCE, KS 841-5855 • ABEJAKES.COM Tired of burgers? Stop by The Merc for some good real food. 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Walt Disney HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL 3 OCT 24 But among this frenzy of teen angst, indecision and harmonizing hormones, real life and practical messages emerge. The third installment of High School Musical addresses the dilemma of wanting to please your parents versus wanting to pursue your own dreams. It provides guidance and solutions in handling the fear and uncertainty of life after high school. If you think High School Musical 3 is another annoying teenybopper movie, think again. Among the struggles of the Wildcat class of 2008, you may find your own struggles and triumphs in overcoming the fears of entering the real world. So take a shot, sing along and remember: "We're all in this together." ★★★★ —Mia Iverson MOVIE REVIEW: Zach and Miri Make a Porno Leave it to director Kevin Smith to turn a movie about making a porno into an endearing love story. Smith, who wrote and directed Zack and Miri Make a Porno, as well as cult classics such as Clerks and Chasing Amy, still includes plenty of dark and raunchy humor to satisfy even the most hormone-driven teenager. Zack and Miri is the story of two broke best friends from suburban Pittsburg who never fit in or amounted to anything Out of options and out of cash, the duo decides to try to pay the bills by making—as well as staring in—a porno. A whirwind of full frontal nudity, vibrator jokes and hilarity ensue, as the title characters discover the boundaries of their friendship. Zack, played by the consistently hilarious Seth Rogan, stars opposite Elizabeth Banks, who brings a surprisingly cute innocence to Miri, who is anything but. Jason Mewes—Jay from Clerks and Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back—plays the incredibly dim-witted Lester. Rounding out the cast are Craig Robinson as Delaney, the film's "producer," who gets funnier by the scene, and real-life pornography queen Katie Morgan, who plays Stacey. The cast gels well and delivers some of the quickest and hardest laughs of any movie this year. Seth Rogen & Elizabeth Banks made a movie so titillating that we can only show you this drawing. Type your name Zack and Miri make a porn so fresh plumbing noise Zack and Miri make a poormo Smith's script is well-written and full of funny and disgusting dialogue, with just a hint of sappy romance. Rogan has a quirky connection on screen with Banks, which sets the story apart from the usual dirty humor found in a lot of comedies. If you're looking for a raunchy good time with a little something different, then Zack and Miri is your kind of flick. ★★★ —Mike Arehart Guess the score of this weekend's football game for a chance to win passes to the all new AMC $ ^{®} $ Studio 30 featuring Fork & Screen $ ^{!} $ Fill out the form and turn it in to the Kansan office, Stauffer-Flint Hall, Room 119. Each week,the 25 students with the closest guess will win a free movie pass. Or enter to win on kansan.com Deadline for submissions is this Friday at 4:00 pm. This week's game: KANSAS vs. NEBRASKA Game Score: ___ Name: ___ Phone Number:___ E-mail: ___ Fork & Screen Opening OCTOBER 31 EAGLE HEAD KANSAN.com AMC ENTERTAINMENT AMC 18 STUDIO 30 119th & I-35, Olathe, KS Visit November 6,2008 AMCTheatres.com/Studio for more information. SPEAK When I pressed play TIMELESS FITNESS Although Nina's fateful choice from the VHS collection brought an eye-opening experience, it also brought her closer to her mother. Photo illustration by Julianne Kueffer her mother. The story behind an accidental discovery By Nina Libby nlibby@kansan.com My best friend Kate and I were 12 years old, and we were getting ready to do some aerobics with Jane Fonda. I had on pink spandex and a velour sweat top and Kate was wearing a blue unitard. Both of us had pulled our hair into tight side ponytails. We went into my parents' room to find an aerobics video. Standing in front of my mother's bureau, I read aloud the titles of her vast collection of exercise videos. When I said "Abs, Buns and Thighs Featuring Jane Fonda," Kate asked to see the cover Jane Fonda was wearing an awful salmon-colored thong leotard over nylon tights. We agreed on the video and assumed our positions in front of the TV. When I popped it in and pressed play, a buxom woman who resembled one of Charlie's Angels was bent over naked in the center of the screen. She had bleach-blond hair and breasts the size of cantaloupes. Her mate was standing behind her with a rope of sausages, and he was pulling them out of her butt. I gripped the two-pound weights in my hands and looked over at Kate. She stepped closer to the screen and we started laughing hysterically. Kate crossed her legs so she wouldn't pee her pants. When our laughter settled, we became fixated on the TV. Our heads bent to follow the camera as it focused on the back end of the blonde. I couldn't believe the robust man standing behind her was pulling my favorite food out of her butt.After what seemed like five minutes, he was still pulling sausages from her derriere. The thoughts accumulating in my head were hard to verbalize to Kate. She seemed so excited to watch our accidental discovery that I decided to keep my worries about the porn we had stumbled upon to myself. This wasn't the first time I had seen sex. My mom had let me watch Shakespeare In Love, which had a few sex scenes, but nothing like this. Maybe my sex education teacher had just skipped the chapter on foods used for foreplay. Was this normal sex? My ignorance made me feel anxious. I dropped my weights and ran to the kitchen for answers. My mother was in the laundry room, laughing with her friend on the phone, when I asked, "What is that video you have of a man pulling sausage links from that woman's butt?" In her loud, dramatic Philly accent, she said, "Oh my God," and hung up the phone. I could tell my mother was nervous, because she wasn't making eye contact with me. She giggled a little and muttered a response I didn't believe. "It's your grandfather's," she said. "And why are you snooping through my stuff" I explained to her that the video in the Abs, Buns and Thighs case was not the workout VHS we intended to watch. My mom started blushing and rushed to her room. Kate was seated on the bed still hypnotized. Mom ejected the tape and repeated again that it belonged to my grandpa. After Kate left, my mom told me the truth. We went into the laundry room and she explained to me that her friend had given it to her as a joke. I relaxed on a pile of clothes while she folded laundry and casually answered my questions about sex. My mom told me that porn wasn't something she personally enjoyed, but that some people watch it to help their romantic relationships. I asked her if sausages were something people used during sex. She laughed and explained that some people have weird fetishes, but sausages are not normally used during sex. As the conversation continued, I felt at ease asking my mom questions. I sat deep in the pile of clothes and asked about the blonde's breasts. Were they fake? Struggling to untangle some aprons, my mom said they had to be breast implants because they were too big for the woman's body. Our chat in the laundry room wasn't an in-depth conversation about sex, but my mom made feel comfortable just talking. 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SPORTS | 10A THE STUDENT VOICE SINCE 1904 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN WWW.KANSAN.COM FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2008 VOLUME 120 ISSUE 57 CAMPUS Local bands compete at KJHK's annual Farmer's Ball BY BRANDY ENTSMINGER bentsminger@kansan.com The beats of electronica, hip-hop and punk will fill the Jackpot Saloon tonight and Saturday night for KJHK's annual Farmer's Ball. The Farmer's Ball is a three-day concert series that gives local bands the opportunity to compete in front of a live audience. The competition began Thursday night when four of eight bands played, and it will continue tonight and Saturday. Rachael Gray, Blue Rapids senior and director of live events for KJHK, said the event was connected to one of the station's weekly radio shows. The show, "Plow the Fields," is KJKH's longest running program and features local music. Elise Stawarz, Omaha, Neb. senior and president of KJHK, said Farmer's Ball generally featured newer, lesser known bands that didn't have much experience with live performances. "We just think of Farmer's Ball as a cultivation of what local musicians have been doing in the last year," Gray said. She said their inexperience often led to technical challenges such as getting sound checks right. HEALTH "Nothing too traumatic, but definitely things have been entertaining," Stawarz said. Audiences at the jackpot Saloon vote to narrow the eight bands to four finalists. The top two bands from Thursday night and tonight will compete Saturday in the finals and the audience will pick the winner. "Basically it's just a taste of what JKHJ has developed over the years." Gray said. A group of KJHK DJs and staff chose the eight bands from 41 submissions. Gray said they considered musicality, originality and playability for KJHK while making the decision. "We're making the kind of music that we want to listen to," Frederick said. "Overall it's probably just to make you dance a bit." The winning band will receive studio time at Black Lodge, a recording studio in Eudora. The winner will also receive free merchandise from Blue Collar Press, a company that produces customized T-shirts and buttons, and a photo shoot with Alex Bonham-Carter, Omaha, Neb., senior. Andrew Frederick, Shawnee junior, will perform with Frederick and the Six Angry Telephones tonight. Frederick said the band played fun, melodic music they hoped would be more than a conversation piece. Stawarz said the concert helped KJHK build relationships with local bands and expose students to good bands they may not have heard of in the past. Gray said past winners had gained a lot of popularity and gone on to have successful local music careers. Sean Wilson, Lee Summit, Mo., senior and promotions director for KJHK has attended the event in the past, but will be performing with his band, Dream Lover, for the first time this year. "The music's always interesting," Wilson said. "It's a good show." The four bands playing tonight will draw to determine their order at 9:30 p.m. and the music starts at 10 p.m. Edited by Jennifer Torline Emergency contraceptive, Plan B, also known as the morning after pill, can be taken anytime within five days of unprotected sex and is actually two pills, not one Plan B use increases on campus BY JOE PREINER jpreiner@kansan.com Photo illustration by Jon Goering Having a baby does not rank highly on KU students' list of thing to do before graduation. According to the Watkins Memorial Health Center, the number of emergency contraception pills sold has risen by 36.5 percent during the last year. Plan B, the emergency birth control pill offered in Watkins'on-campus pharmacy, was made available over-the-counter in late 2006 after approval by the Food and Drug Administration. Kathy Guth, nurse practitioner in the gynecology department of Watkins, said the increase in sales was due in part to the pill's increased availability. Getting a hold of emergency birth control used to be a hassle, Guth said, because there were legal requirements and parental notification involved in the process. Offering the pill over-the-counter eliminated that need. Last year, 763 Plan B pills were bought through the Watkins pharmacy. The pill is generally used when other methods of birth control fail, or when two people engage in unprotected sex. Guth said the two pills in the Plan B package, which costs $24.09 at Watkins, was most effective when taken within 72 hours of sexual activity. She said when taken within the recommended time period, the emergency pill was 'about 75 percent effective at avoiding pregnancy. Outside of three days, the pill loses much of its effectiveness. Lauren, Dallas senior, who asked her last name be withheld for privacy reasons, has been taking birth control pills for nearly five years. Although she has never found herself in a situation that would require her to use Plan B, she said she would take it if such a situation arose. "I would consider taking it," she said. "I think it's better than risking getting pregnant if that's not part of your immediate plans." Guth said most daily birth control contains low levels of two hormones, progestin and estrogen. The combination makes the pill an effective method of birth control. Guth said there was a general misconception about when birth control pills should be taken. To be effective, anywhere from 90 percent to 95 percent effective, the pill needs to be taken at the same time every day. Guth said even one missed or late pill could potentially result in pregnancy. nancy from occurring. "There is a grace period of about an hour," Guth said. "After that, it's not 100 percent you'll get pregnant, but the chances do increase." Elise Higgins, Topeka junior and president of the KU Commission on the Status of Women, said women who used emergency contraception such as Plan B were sometimes thought of as irresponsible people. Higgins said it was an unfortunate fact, considering the women who take the pills are just like every other woman. Another common misconception. Planned Parenthood said, is that emergency contraceptive is a form of abortion. The hormones in the pills prevent preg- "In an ideal world women would have comprehensive sexual education," Stuewe said. "But the reality is we don't live in an ideal world." Liz Stuewe, 2008 KU graduate and former president of CSW, said the most effective method of birth control for active students was knowledge. Stuewe said adult women were not often offered the education necessary to protect them. As a result, she said women were shamed into believing their sexuality was inappropriate. Stuewe said women should not be ashamed of seeking emergency birth control. The side effects of birth control include blood clots, headaches and mood swings, Guth said. Guth said blood clots rarely occur, on average Watkins treats a blood clot once or twice a year. The side effects of birth control are a result of the estrogen in the pills. Guth said Plan B avoided many of the side effects because it only contained progestin. Plan B facts 763 — number of Plan B pills sold on campus in 2006-07 school year 228 — number of Plan B pills sold on campus since July 2008 36.5 — percent increase in on-campus Plan B sales ART Higgins said increased availability of Plan B was a good for women. "The more open women are talking about things like Plan B and birth control, the more comfortable we will be asking questions about this very important subject," Higgins said. Mother uses art to connect with son in Iraq Susan K. Smith Edited by Ramsey Cox Cher Ulrich, a nontraditional student from Camel, Calif. poses with her work. Five of 17 pieces, Cher's work depicts veterans of mainly the Iraq war as youthful and with senses of humor. BY ALEXANDRA GARRY Alex Bonham-Carter/KANSAN agarry@kansan.com "I stood there speechless, trying not to cry." Ulrich said. Cher Ulrich, a 58-year-old nontraditional art student, was stunned when her then-18-year-old son told her he had enlisted in the Marines. When her son was deplowed to Iraq several months later, Ulrich was beside herself with worry. Not able to speak with him, she longed for a connection with her son, and eventually decided to try to find that connection by painting a portrait of him for one of her classes. The project quickly grew in scale as she decided not to paint just her son, but her son's entire unit in Iraq. "I asked him to ask the men in his unit to send me photos of themselves showing how they see themselfs," she said. "They were so close to my son, and really, they were like any son. I felt connected." Ulrich poured over the photographs, picking the ones "that spoke to her the loudest" to use in her portraits. The paintings of soldiers, stark in their muted camouflage colors, depicted their everyday activities, from writing a letter to resting against a tank. Professors and colleagues praised the series, and Ulrich contacted the National World War I Museum in Kansas City, Mo., about displaying the work. young Marines' senses of humor. One such painting, titled "Pin-Up Boy," shows a solider lying provocatively on a couch in a gas mask. After months of consideration, representatives of the museum decided to feature the collection as part of its Veterans Day commemoration. A common theme, Ulrich said, is the Ulrich said the project has grown beyond connecting with her son or getting a grade in an art class. She said she had become passionate about telling the stories of the men she calls "everyday heroes." "I feel I know each and every one of them," she said. "I could see their sense of humor and the loneliness of serving, and their sense of honor and of duty. It became totally about honoring the boys." Working on the portraits helped Ulrich process her emotions, she said. She wanted the public to understand the Marines' lives, their sacrifices and their vulnerability. A visiting artist to the school described "In the Field," her portrait of the youngest man in her son's unit, as "disturbing" because of "how young he is, and how much he is sacrificing." Will Stewart, one of Ulrich's classmates, said her familial instinct made her artwork stand out. "It's unique to see an artist, especially a student artist, with such a strong voice," said Stewart, who is also a veteran. "It's the relationship she has with these people that makes her able to honor them." Ulrich has painted 17 paintings since she began the project on August 2007, and she will soon begin her grand finale: A portrait of her son's entire unit in Iraq. Ulrich's collection, "India Battery: Everyday Heroes," will be on display from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday and on Tuesday at the National World War I Museum, 100 W. 26th St., Kansas City, Mo. The paintings will be in the lobby of the museum, which charges an $8 entry fee. index Edited by Andy Greenhaw Classifieds...4A Opinion...7A Crossword...6A Sports...10A Horoscopes...6A Sudoku...6A BUSH AND CO.GIVE UP ON PEACE TALKS WITH ISRAEL AND PALESTINE They've realized the problem will not go away soon and will pass it on to President-elect Obama. 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Each day there is news, music, sport content made for students, by students in different rock 'n' roll or rocky eventals. KJH 90: 907 KJHN ASSOCIATED PRESS PETER MCKENZIE A customer examines a firearm at a gun shop in Fort Worth, Texas, Thursday. The Cheaper Than Dirt gun store recorded a record day of gun sales the day after the election of President-elect Barack Obama and is having trouble keeping up with the demand for assault rifles. Student loses race,but not hope ELECTION 2008 Tyler Holmes ran for state representative and did better than expected Bryan Huckabee BY ALEXANDRIA ESPOSTIO editor@kansan.com Tyler Holmes, Overland Park freshman, ran as the Democratic candidate for Kansas' 28th district representative. Holmes lost to Pat Colloton, the Republican incumbent, but the unlikely candidate said he was pleasantly surprised he managed to receive a quarter of the votes. His goal was to get 1,000 votes; he received about 4,000 votes. His age and political party may have affected his chances at victory, but Holmes remained confident and continued to receive support through the entire election process. Holmes said one of his main goals in running was to increase the visibility of the Johnson County Democratic Party. Holmes said he was proud of what he had accomplished in the face of tough competition. Tyler Waugh/KANSAN Tyler Holmes, Overland Park freshman, ran as a Democrat for the Kansas House of Representatives. Holmes said that he brought a unique perspective to education and energy. "I have to be thrilled," he said. "I outdid the number of registered Democrats in the county and was only 309 votes short of the high mark," for a Democratic candidate in the district. Most college students would find it impossible to take on a challenge like this during their first semester of freshman year, but Holmes said he was able to balance an 18-hour course load and the duties of running his own campaign. "I've managed without getting behind too much in any class, but I am constantly thinking about what I could be doing for the campaign while trying to satisfy my scholastic duties," Holmes said. Representative Collonto and Holmes differ in gender, political party, age and years of experience. But Colleton said, "It's great that a young person is involved with politics". She also said she thinks Holmes would've been too young and too inexperienced to be state representative. WEDDING DAY Raindrops ARE NOW YOUR GAIN. UP TO $5,000 BACK ON YOUR WEDDING DAY IF IT RAINS! Special Financing For Kansas Students GLITTERS fine jewelry 913-661-0834 4250 W. 119TH ST. (119TH & ROE) LEAWOOD, KS WWW.GLITTERS.COM However, Holmes is too ambitious to start small, and said he felt he had enough knowledge and heart to hold a position in office. "Tyler is a nice kid, but I think it's presumptuous to want to represent the citizens of Leawood without much background and experience," Colloton said. Holmes also wants to use the state's "wasted funds" to make Kansas' state universities more affordable. He said he would like to see Kansas specialize in wind energy and would like the state to spend more money on better teaching methods, rather than standardized testing. Holmes is opposed to Colloton's plan to draw funds from the proposed gambling infrastructure revenue stream. GLITTERS LIADING JEWELERS WORLD DIRECTORY OF JOINTS fine jewelry "The federal government should utilize the prevalent energy in each state. For Kansas, that's wind." Holmes said. "Supporting wind energy could also create more local jobs." Holmes' biggest supporters are his friends and teachers from high school. sidering the economic circumstances we're in," Holmes said. "While Kansans are already hurting for cash and thus contributing less to state revenues, we want to encourage them to gamble to create a cash flow to fund state projects?" 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The fundraiser, which consisted of pink hair extensions and "Save 2nd Base" T-shirts, was inspired by Willis' friend, who was diagnosed with breast cancer at 27. 20" ONE TOPPING PIZZA or 20" POKEY STIX 5 EXTRA-LARGE 1-ITEM PIZZA or POKEY STIX The money raised by Salon Hawk goes directly to aid cancer patients at the hospital. Willis said the goal for next year's fundraiser, which will be the salon's third, would be set even higher. Throughout the month of October, Willis said the four-chair salon was busier than it had ever been. BOMBSHELL WEATHER Snowstorm knocks out power for thousands As much as 40 inches of snow fell in higher elevations of western South Dakota's Black Hills as the early season blizzard caused havoc. Drifts as deep as 6 feet covered roads in Spearfish. RAPID CITY, S.D. — A wintry blast of punishing wind and more than 3 feet of snow in places pummeled the Northern Plains on Thursday, knocking out power to thousands and forcing highways to close. The snow came down — sideways might be a better description — at a rate of 3 inches an hour overnight. It slacked off to 1 to 2 inches per hour late Thursday morning, Schild said. KU1nfo daily KU info There are hundreds if not thousands of KU alumni in every US state. West Virginia has the fewest alumni, with 200. Congrats to the Alumni Association in celebrating its 125th year. THE UN FRIDAY contact us Tell us your news Contact Matt Erickson, Mark Deny or Dan Brema Hawley or Daniel Sorrice 84810 or editor on kansan. R MILIT DQ Buy One Blizzard and Get ONE FREE of equal or lesser size 2345 Iowa 1835 Massachusetts 842-9359 843-3588 Coupon not valid with any other offer Kansan newsroom 11 Stauffer Flint Halt Jawahir Jaywali Lawry KS 65048 (785) 864-4810 He honore Veterac cerem address the dra Geo in the eight tours in a total old. Bari a men ROTC militar new m "It's rufies try," he go and its a li to this just year. The Force for a armed country DQ Ce begin on the vigil w meme War Mem Mem are fr A an ac Lewis direct Grad flag c Le about draft, at the selec is vo World a po or m Bus JERU istra Israe no le of it han back ele C least licar as sh hon Oba wer min peasias han ing be s line last U.S. first THE UNIVERSITY OF DALY KANSAN FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2008 NEWS 3A MILITARY ROTC to honor armed forces veterans Geoff Barnes, joint service liaison officer, in Afghanistan in 2007 with Todd Mesman, his assistant crew chief. Barnes and Mesman were preparing to return to Baqram Air Force Base, the main Air Force base in Afghanistan. FT BY HALEY JONES hjones@kansan.com CONTRIBUTED PHOTO Geoff Barnes has been enlisted in the armed forces for more than eight years and has served three tours in Iraq and Afghanistan for a total of 18 months. He's 26 years old. He is among those who will be honored tonight at the KU ROTC Veterans Day ceremonies. The ceremonies will also include an address about the need to reinstate the draft in armed forces. Barnes, graduate student and a member of the KU Air Force ROTC, said that after he joined the military, Veterans Day took on a new meaning. "It's a day to think about the sacrifices people made for our country," he said. "But once you have to go and see and make the sacrifices, it's a little more of something solid to think about. I definitely don't just think about that one day a year." The KU Army, Naval and Air Force ROTC will gather tonight for a vigil to honor veterans in the armed forces who have served their country. Ceremonies are scheduled to begin with a flag retreat at 4 p.m. on the Strong Hall lawn. A 24-hour vigil will begin at 7 p.m. at the three memorials on campus; the Korean War Memorial, the Vietnam War Memorial and the World War II Memorial Campanile. All events are free and open to the public. A reception in Budig Hall and an address from speaker Adrian Lewis, professor of history and director of the Office of Military Graduate Education, will follow the flag ceremonies Friday night. Lewis said he planned to speak about the need to reinstate the draft, which was abolished in 1973 at the end of the Vietnam War. The selective service process, which is voluntary, has been used since World War I. He admitted it wasn't a popular idea among politicians or military professionals, but said the army and Marine Corps were stretched to the limit, which could lead to greater international instability. "Threats are all over the world" he said. "The strategic reserve is at an all-time low and, as a consequence of that, we don't have enough man power to do everything that needs to be done." "I just think it's really important that we honor their commitment and their sacrifice for this country." Lewis said less that one percent of the nation served in the armed forces. He said the stress of being in an overstretched military has increased the divorce rate, suicide rate and family problems among those who served. He also said 80 percent of the army suffered from "It seems inexcessable to me to place the burden of war on less than one percent of the nation," he said. post-traumatic stress disorder. LARRY DITTON Air force ROTC junior "What does that say about American nationalism?" "One of the great things about our military is that it's an all-volunteer force," Barnes said. "Fewer people end up getting more done because the people there want to do it." Although Barnes agreed that many soldiers had spent too much time overseas, he disagreed that the draft needed to be reinstated. Although less than one percent of the 300 million American citizens enlist in the armed forces, those who enlist do so whole-heartedly. Larry Ditton, Olathe junior and member of the KU Air Force ROTC, watched his grandfather serve in the army his entire career. Ditton said although he himself wasn't a veteran, he had experienced a bit of what his grandfather felt in serving his country. "I just think it's really important that we honor their commitment and their sacrifice for this country" he said. A 5K Veteran's Day run is scheduled at 7 a.m. Saturday at the Burge Union. Entry fees are $15 and all proceeds will be donated to Veterans Upward Bound. Registration forms are available at the Military Science Building, south of Budig Hall, or on active com. Edited by Brieun Scott Obama may not want it, at least as designed by the Republican Bush administration, seen as slow to embrace the role of honest Mideast broker. Many of Obama's foreign policy advisers were players in the Clinton administration's extensive Mideast peace efforts and are unenthusiastic about President Bush's hands-off approach. After months of publicly insisting that an agreement still could be sealed by the year-end deadline set by the two sides and Bush last November in Annapolis, Md., U.S. officials said Thursday for the first time it would have to wait. Bush has employed Rice as a goad and monitor, but not a central negotiator. The administration said that to be viable, any deal should come from the Israelis and Palestinians themselves. Rice's eighth visit to the region since the Annapolis peace conference had been intended as a push for urgent progress on the modest gains from a year of U.S.-sponsored talks between Israel and one part of the fractured Palestinian leadership. "We do not think it is likely it will happen before the end of the year,"White House spokeswoman Dana Perino said in Washington after Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice acknowledged as much at the start of a Mideast trip. INTERNATIONAL Bush administration gives up on peace deal JERUSALEM — The Bush administration has conceded that an Israeli-Palestinian peace deal is no longer possible by the end of its term and is preparing to hand the fragile, unfinished U.S.-backed peace effort to President-elect Obama. Instead, amid political uncertainty in Israel, where a corruption scandal is forcing Prime Minister Ehud Olmert from office, the administration is focused on keeping the two sides from backsliding. Rice wants them to produce a placeholding affirmation of their commitment to the peace process. Associated Press JOIN THE BEST. We don’t appreciate laziness. In fact, we can’t stand it. The Kansan Advertising Staff is now hiring for the spring semester. We’re looking to hire the most driven students at KU for positions in advertising sales or design. Be a part of the best college advertising staff in the nation*, where the result of your hard work is success in the real world. Interested? 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It's part of the way we live our lives," Ben said. "My family, I, my tribes and a lot of other tribes have a really strong connection to the lands." She said her research will show publicly available data such as satellite images and ground-level monitoring data. She said the information could be used by smaller tribes that didn't have their own air quality programs. Nashah Ben is writing her graduate thesis to benefit Native American tribes who lack the equipment to predict forecasts and analyze the quality of their breathing air. Desert Rock Energy Co. proposed building a new coal-fired power plant near the Navajo Nation, and Bon said the power plant would decrease the quality of air in the area. Alex Bonham-Carter/KANSAN UCTION in the United States and is The reservation spans across 27,091 square miles. The initiatives to be the sites of many power nations and natural gas wells industrial sources of pollution exists, corners region and therefore are on emissions in the area. data is being collected in the four- or being submitted to the AirNow sound level monitoring data on a s have the authority to develop and it would be beneficial to find an that would be cost effective and easy to examine the use of remote and transport of acersols in the combined and they don't have to invest a lot of money." Ben said. "It's just bringing awareness to the tribes that there are data available Ray Pierotti, associate professor of global indigenous nations studies, said environmental burdens, such as air pollution and industrial facilities, were felt first by indigenous people or poor communities. Ben found the research opportunity when a new coal-fired power plant was proposed in Farmington, N.M., by Desert Rock Energy Co. She said despite the local community's opposition to the power plant, the president of the Navajo Nation supported it to boost the reservations economy and provide jobs. Ben said she wanted to raise awareness about the plant's influence on the air quality and people's health because many Native Americans didn't have access to health care. Ben said her previous research found many accounts of respiratory illness in the four-corners regions, which was overpopulated with power plants, transfer stations and mines. Ben said that 60 percent of all American Indian and Alaska Native bronchiolitis associated hospitalizations in children occurred in the southwest region. She said that through her master's thesis, she proposed the tribes in the Navajo Nation use the data as a cost effective way of forecasting, analyzing, and documenting air quality. She said language and cultural barriers could cause misunderstandings when Navajo people negotiated with Desert Rock Energy Co. 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AT A GLANCE 24th (2008 Averaques and National Rank) scoring offense (34.44 ppg) BYTHE NUMBERS 10th passing offense (299 ypg) 61st rushing offense (146.5 ypg) 68th scoring defense (26.33 ppg) 110th 30th passing defense (270.56 ypg) rushing defense (110.78 ypg) PLAYER TO WATCH Joe Mortensen. Mortensen committed to Nebraska but had his offer rescinded after Bill Callahan took over as Joe Mortensen JAYHAWKS COULD END SKID KANSAS HASN'T WON IN LAST 19 GAMES IN LINCOLN POLICE head coach. Callahan is gone, but you can still expect Mortensen to be fired up as he plays his final match against a team that didn't want him. QUESTION MARKS Can Kansas end the streak? The Jayhawks last won a game in Lincoln 40 years ago in 1968 and look to end one of the longest streaks in college football. Kansas has played well in each of the past two games in Lincoln but has been able to get over the hump. COUNTDOWN TO KICK-OFF Will Jake Sharp do it again? Sharp ran for 181 yards and four touchdowns against K-State and could help Kansas beat Nebraska with a similar performance on Saturday. Sharp has rushed for more than 100 yards in three of five Big 12 games. GAME DAY KANSAS VS. NEBRASKA 1:30 p.m.Saturday,MEMORIAL STADIUM,PPV Kansas 6-3,3-2 Big 12 The KU offense was running on all cylinders against K-State last Saturday, scoring 52 points and racking up 469 yards. Jake Sharp rushed for 181 yards and four touchdowns and now has rushed for more than 100 yards in three of Big G12 games. Wide receiver/quarterback Kerry Meier motioned into the backfield on several plays, giving Kansas a look they hadn't shown for most of the season. PETER DANIELS Sharp ★★★★★ DEFENSE Freshman Daymond Patterson's switch from wide receiver to cornerback seems to have paid off for defensive coordinator Clint Bowen and the Jayhawks. Justin Thornton was switched from safety to corner as well, giving Kansas a new look on defense that held K-State quarterback Josh Freeman to only 207 passing yards. Joe Mortensen committed to Nebraska BENOIT LEE Patterson before switching to KU so expect him to be fired up in his final match against the Cornhuskers. ★★★☆★ SPECIAL TEAMS Kicker Jacob Branstetter made two touchdown-saving tackles against K-State on Saturday to go along with his 33-yard field goal. Branstetter often wins tackling drills and is one of the best tacklers on the kickoff team. The KU kickoff return team still ranks dead last in the nation (119th out of 119 teams) in kick return average. [Name] Branstetter COACHING Coach Mark Mangino's decision to move Daymond Patterson and Justin Thornton to cornerback seems to be paying big dividends. Karely would a coach start two new cornerbacks midway through the season, but it seems to be working. Patterson, a converted wide receiver, shut down the K-State passing game but will face a tougher test in Lincoln. Nebraska ★★★☆ ★★★★ MOMENTUM Kansas enters Saturday's matchup against Nebraska after taking K-State smoked the Wildcats 52-21, which cost coach Ron Prince his job. He was fired on Wednesday, but will finish the season. Kansas had lost two games in a row, but defeated K-State for the third straight year. The Jayhawks has lost 19 straight in Lincoln, but they lost in 2004 by only six points and they sent 2006's game into overtime. ★★★★ 5-4,2-3 Biq 12 OFFENSE Jason T. -B.J.Rains Ganz Like every other Big 12 offense, Nebraska's quarterback runs the show. According to Big 12 statistics, Senior Joe Ganz is the sixth best Big 12 quarterback overall, which puts him in the top 20 nationally. Senior Marlon Lucky was supposed to be one of the top running backs in the conference, but his statistics don't even put him in the top 12. Ganz has a versatile target on the outside in wide receiver Nate Swift. Other than that, playmakers are hard to come by on this unit. ★★★☆☆ DEFENSE Nebraska's winning streak at home against Kansas has spanned more than 40 years. It had a similar streaking goes against Missouri, until the Tigers thumped the Cornhuskers 52-17 earlier this year. The defense regrouped to hold Texas Tech to only 37 points, but that was all forgotten last week with a 62-28 loss to Oklahoma. If an opponent gets some early points this WESTERN WOODS Wortman defense seems to shut down. Any early season talk of regaining their famous "black shirts" in practice is long gone. ★★☆☆★ SPECIAL TEAMS Nate Swift is an excellent punt returner. The problem: his defense rarely gives him many chances in a game. Swift averages 17.3 yards per return with a touchdown, but he's only returned seven punts. Likewise, Niles Paul averaged 11.3 on his six returns. However, Paul gets plenty of opportunities to return kicks and is one of the league's best. Paul has the second PETER M. BRENNER Paul most returns (32) for the third most yards (770), averaging 24.1 yards per return. ★★★☆☆ MOMENT Less than six the game was e up 28 points an team quit in the attitude to ove fall behind ea embarrassme to convince will he pr potent Todd Reesing COACHING there's no doubt that Bo Pelini is a winner. A defensive mastermind at Oklahoma and LSU, Pelini helped the Tigers win the National Championship last season. The only problem with his first season as head coach at Nebraska is the defensive inconsistencies. Nebraska was expected to struggle, but experts predicted Pelini could work miracles with the Cornhusker defense. Perhaps it was too much to expect him to make diamonds — or at least cubic zirconium — out of coal in one season. MOMENTUM ★★☆☆ Less than six minutes into last week's contest the game was over. Oklahoma immediately put up 28 points and crushed Nebraska's spirit. The team quit in the first quarter, which isn't an easy attitude to overcome. The Cornhuskers can't fall behind early or they risk having another embarrassment. Coach Pelini may be able to convince his team it can score, but how will he prepare the defense for another potent attack? ★ ★ ★ ★★ — Taylor Bern @ KANSAN.COM For live blogs and game photos, check out Kansan.com Saturday NU KICKOFF ATAGLANCE Nebraska can accomplish two things with a victory Saturday. The Connhuskers would become bowl eligible, and they would secure a winning home record for the season. As it stands, Nebraska is 4-2 in Lincoln with a pair of home contests left. Once-proud Cornhusker fans have put up with a lot this season — a winning record at home would at least be a positive step. BY THE NUMBERS (2008 Averages and National Rank) 31st 14th scoring offense (32.6 ppg) passing offense (287.8 ypg) 54th rushing offense (155.2 ypg) 80th 84th scoring defense (28.4 ppg) passing defense (231.9 ypg) 67th rushing defense (143.4 ypg) Senior wide PLAYER TO WATCH Senior wide receiver Nate Swift. Swift's career statistics are amazing. It's a shame they don't translate to victories. Swift is Ne- Swift braska's career leader in receptions (150), and with another 254 receiver yards, he'll pass Helsman Trophy winner Johnny Rodgers in that category, too. QUESTION MARKS Can Nebraska avoid a first quarter meltdown? In every loss throughout the season, the Connhuskers have trailed after the fist 15 minutes. Last week they were down 35-0. Can the defense hold its ground and actually give Nebraska a chance to win? Can Nebraska create turn- Can Nebraska create turnovers? Todd Reasing leads the conference with nine interceptions, but Nebraska's defense has made only one pick in league play. The Cornhuskers need to steal the ball and punch it into the end zone if they want to win. BIG 12 SCHEDULE Game Time (CT) Channel Saturday No. 2 Texas Tech vs. No. 9 Oklahoma State 7 p.m. ABC No. 4 Texas vs. Baylor 11 a.m. F5N No. 6 Oklahoma at Texas A&M 2:30 p.m. ABC No. 14 Missouri vs. Kansas State 6 p.m. F5N Iowa State at Colorado 12:30 p.m. Versus BIG 12 CONFERENCE Kansas scores more points than Nebraska. That seems obvious, but Kansas has yet to score more points than the Cornhuskers in Nebraska since 1968. Win, and assure yourself a chance at the Big 12 North title with a win against *M*'sou. JAYHAWK NATION WILL ROCK IF ... TOP 25 TELEVISED GAMES GALE SAYERS WILL WEEP IF ... Kansas loses the turnover battle and continues to struggle in pass defense. Kansas had five turnovers against Texas Tech but only one in the win against Kansas State. 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Tickets are $20 for the public, $19 for senior citizens and KU faculty and staff, $10 for all students. All major credit cards are accepted for phone and online orders. This production is an associate entry in the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival XXXXI. The University Theatre is partially funded by the KU Student Senate Activity Fee. This production is funded in part by the Kurt Weil Foundation for Music, Inc., 7 East 20th Street, NY, NY 10003 KU UNIVERSITY THEATRE The University of Kansas STUDENT SENATE KU Ref Allo sta ther take electi tion U if ha one-sixth get tl votes one. Prtoral reap popu the F woul mea state, Send I Write I e-mail Lengt Matt Er 964.401 Dani H 864-481 Mark D 864-481 Kelsey 864-481 Patrick 864-492 OPINION 7A FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7.2008 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN FROM THE EDITORIAL BOARD POLITICAL SPEECH AT A MEDIUM INTERVAL ASSOCIATED PRESS How to make votes in this state count Kansas Obama supporters: your man won, but your vote for president didn't have a thing to do with it. McCain won Kansas by a 16 percentage point margin. Most of the votes in this historic election were cast in states where the outcome was already known. The votes in the seven battleground states were the ones that really elected Barack as our next president. The Electoral College is the culprit of this reality. Our winners-takes all-electoral-votes voting system seriously undermines the importance of individual votes in non-swing states, and as a result, voter turnout suffers. Counts from Tuesday haven't been finalized, but in 2004, turnout in the swing states was 66.82 percent, more than six percentage points Cries to abolish the Electoral College in favor of a national higher than the 60.1 percent national turnout. Kansas had 61.6 percent turnout. popular vote were made after the controversial election decision in 2000, but these pleas never made it on the national agenda, according to Paul Schumaker, professor of political science. Realistically, the abolition of the Electoral College was less likely than Obama winning Kansas. Its provisions are laid out right in the middle of the Constitution, and federal lawmakers aren't going to violate our sacred document to throw out a voting system that reinforces the two-party system. But reforming the Electoral College could achieve vote equality regardless of the voter's location, and one of these reforms could be carried out without federal approval. Reform No.1: Allocate votes from states proportionally A reform the states can take on themselves is to end the winner-takes-all procedure of awarding electoral votes in favor of proportional allocation. Proportionally allocating electoral votes is the only way to reap the benefits of a national popular vote without abolishing the Electoral College. The reform would enable a Democrat to cast a meaningful ballot in a Republican state, and vice versa. Under proportional allocation, if half of Kansans vote McCain, one-third vote Obama and one-sixth vote Nader, McCain would get three of the state's six electoral votes, Obama two and Nader one. how to submit LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Send letters to the editor by e-mail to opinion@kansan.com. Letters should include the author's name, grade and hometown. @KANSAN.COM OUR VIEW States hold the power to institute this reform because states, not the federal government, are in charge of setting up the voting procedure of the Electoral College members in their state. The only reason we have the current sys- ten is because 48 states have decided on winners-take-all (Nebraska and Maine use a different procedure). Reform 2: Abolish the plus-2 rule All other things equal, the plus-2 rule makes an individual voting from a state with a small population more powerful than someone voting in a state with a large population. The rule dictates that the number of electorates in a state equals the number of districts in that state plus two. This means that each state has two electorates that aren't represented by population, ensuring small states have fewer citizens per electoral vote, making their citizens' votes more powerful. To correct this bias toward small states, each state should lose its two extra EC members so that the number of a state's electoral votes is based solely on population. A reformed Electoral College in which every vote holds equal power no matter the state would enliven our election process. Voter turnout would increase. Third-party supporters would feel less alienated from mainstream politics because their candidates would actually make it on the electoral scorecard. Instead of focusing almost exclusively on states with tight races, candidates would campaign in all states. A reformed Electoral College would not only produce candidates that are more in-tune with national problems but also citizens who are politically energized and want to cast a meaningful vote. — Ian Stanford for the editorial board HOW TO SUBMIT A LETTER TO THE EDITOR Send letters to opioni@kansan.com Write LETTER TO THE EDITOR in the e-mail subject line. 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Filling in for him this week is his evil twin, Fernando. When Alex asked me to write this column for him, I was more than happy to oblige. After all, "evil" twins are rarely given equal voice in the press these days. This was my chance to break through the barrier set by the media elite, who tend to shy away from people with my ... resume. So I sat down and tried to come up with something to write about, something near and dear to my blackened heart. And after hours of stroking and twirling my mustache in pensive thought, I finally came up with the perfect subject for an evil twin to write about; voting! Yes, mere days ago the people of this great nation of ours exercised their unalienable right to speak out and choose who they wanted to lead this great nation, from local officers to senators to the president of the United States of America. (Obama won, right? I don't really read the newspaper.) Americans had a chance to make their presence as citizens felt. Everybody, that is, except for me. You see, I'm a convicted felon. Don't look so surprised! Yes, little of me was found by a jury of my peers to be "guilty" of the apparent "crime" of "importing endangered species" for the purposes of "trafficking their precious organs." Who knew that was a felony these days? In the 21st century! 'jeez! Anyway, as you may know, the 14th Amendment allows states to prohibit people to vote "for participation in rebellion, or other crime." Balderdash, I say! The only crime I have committed is the importation of endangered species for the purposes of trafficking their precious organs. And if that's wrong, I don't want to be right. Because in this case, being wrong is extremely lucrative. And that brings me to my argument: I shouldn't have to pay taxes. You see, I went to the library to do some research. And although it felt odd to be in a public building for so long without taking at least a few hostages, I learned a lot about what this country was founded on. The brave men (and women disguised like men) who fought for freedom in the American Revolution had a rallying cry: "No taxation without representation!" They thought it was wrong for the British to tyrannically tax them on things like tea, sugar and knick. ers without having at least a say in who would be doing the tyrannical taxing. Right now I have to pay a lot of taxes. Just one panda lung can push me into a totally different bracket. And yet I don't even get to vote for a tax plan that works best for me, all because of I am a felon. The government can't have it both ways. Either give humble endangered-species-organ-traffickers like myself a voice or let them enjoy the fruits of their illicit labors. Now if you'll excuse me, I have a fresh shipment of axolotls to attend to. Those things are ultra-profitable, what with their ability to regenerate most of their body parts. Bwahahaha! Fernando is an Evil State sophomore majoring in diabolic studies. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR What the 2008 election can teach us in the future By this time, all of America realizes how much this election has changed our country, for better or for worse. On the bright side, the political consciousness of our country has undergone a significant and undeniable increase. This election has ignited a flame in millions of Americans. ASSOCIATED PRESS But unfortunately, this trans- formation has come with a price Although our collective political consciousness has seen a sharp upturn, our collective political conscience has taken an even sharper downturn. We have become so wrapped up in red states and blue states, in the far left and the far right and in the attacks and the insults that we have forgotten the reason we have political platforms in the first place. goal in mind: a better America. It's bad enough that the men and women we just voted for spent much of their campaigns bashing each other. All of us, Democrats and Republicans allie, have the same Shouldn't we be able to sit down and have reasonable and fair discussions with our friends and family without the worry of being vilified for our beliefs? That's what our country is supposed to be all about. How high fructose corn syrup may be beneficial The Nov. 5 article "Increasing obesity — in moderation" may mislead consumers about high fructose corn syrup. — Elliot Metz is a sophomore from Wichita. ... High fructose corn syrup. sugar and several fruit juices are all nutritionally the same. High fructose corn syrup has the same number of calories as sugar and is handled similarly by the body. High fructose corn syrup offers numerous benefits. It keeps food fresh, enhances fruit and spice flavors, retains moisture in bran cereals, helps keep breakfast and energy bars moist, maintains consistent flavors in beverages and keeps ingredients evenly dispersed in condiments The American Medical Association in June 2008 helped put to rest misunderstandings about this sweetener and obesity, stating that "high fructose WAYTRU @ FLICKR.COM corn syrup does not appear to contribute to obesity more than other caloric sweeteners" In 1983, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration formally listed high fructose corn syrup as safe for use in food and reafirmed that decision in 1996. 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Thank you for making it so easy to pay attention. --- I don't want to see anybody else. When I think about you, I touch myself. --- Goldfish: the snack that smiles back until you bite their heads --- KU sailors are sexy --- FYI Todd Reesing, being super quarterback man does not mean that you can walk in front of me at a leisurely stroll when I have 10 minutes to get two blocks away. --his name. Damn. --- That is one fine-looking buffalo. A guy offered to share his umbrella with me, nevermind I was completely soaked already and only a few yards from my next class. Too bad I can't think around guys, otherwise I would've asked --- It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Or at least the department stores think so. --- To the guy playin the quitar on the 10th floor, please stop, it's terrible. I love Uggs and Ron Paul and campus parking. --- --- What do you know about Ray Finkel? --- 1 What is a Ron Paul? Is it human? --- Let's learn to not slam doors. 8A SPORTS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7. 2008 NBA (CONTINUED FROM 10A) have high hopes for Rush in the future. Ford, who said he had talked to Pacers sources recently, said Indiana was trying to ease him into the NBA. The Pacers are afforded that luxury because they already have Danny Granger and Mike Dunleave at Rush's small forward position. Give it a few years, however, and Rush could be one of the faces of the franchise. "They envision him playing a Reggie Miller-type role," Ford said. "You're going to see Brandon shooting the ball a lot." Rush has played steadily this season. But he hasn't had a breakout game like Chalmers and Arthur. Arthur opened the season coming off the bench and grabbed 15 rebounds. That's how he earned his starting spot. "He never had 15 rebounds here," Kansas coach Bill Self said. "I am amazed." Likewise, Chalmers put together an early-career breakout game Wednesday night when Miami beat Philadelphia 106-83. He initiated the Heat's offensive attack by making six assists. He also set a franchise-record with nine steals. "He didn't ever have nine steals here," Self said. "I think it's awesome. He's the best ever at anticipating to steal the ball." If Chalmers doesn't keep it up, he can expect a text message from Aldrich. Edited by Adam Mowder Texas Tech. It was more than a month ago, and it was one of the ugliest matches Kansas has played all year. Both teams hit below the 200 mark and had a combined 53 errors in the four-set Kansas victory. A loss on Saturday would all but silence the Jayhawks' chance at a postseason berth. Letting Texas Tech get its first Big 12 victory against Kansas would be a huge shot to the Kansas' momentum. VOLLEYBALL (CONTINUED FROM 10A) Also, six of the 11 teams in the conference — Oklahoma State does not have a volleyball team — have either five or six victories. The time is right for Kansas to have its first winning streak in its conference and to keep momentum and spirits high, according to sophomore outside hitter Karina Garlington: "We have another home match this weekend so hopefully it'll be another momentum builder for us," she said. GARLINGTON EARNS ACADEMIC HONORS The sophomore outside hitter hasn't just been hitting volleyballs hard. She's done an admirable job with the books as well. Garlington was named to ESPN The Magazine's Third Team Academic All-District team on Thursday. Garlington achieved an impressive 3.61 cumulative grade point average at Kansas. Edited by Adam Mowder DENT (CONTINUED FROM 10A) Coach Mark Francis demanded she change. He wanted her to turn into a complete player, one who could make a difference when she didn't have the ball, a player who could add a physical edge to her polished offensive skills. rest of the year. So he hammered that into her. He made her watch tapes. He singled her out at practice. And the process worked. The junior has surpassed all of Francis' expectations in terms of her physicality and ability to play without the ball. She defends as well as any midfielder in the Big 12 and leads the team in assists. "I think it's part of her game now," Francis said. "Something she doesn't even think about anymore." Wednesday night's game was the biggest of the year. For Dolliskay, it was probably the biggest of her career. Kansas' season would've ended if it lost. It had to beat a vengeful team. To top everything off, she had just received All- Big 12 honors two days earlier. She knew there was pressure. It didn't matter. Dolinsky knocked out the Aggies. She was too tough for them. West went down in the first half. In the second, Dolinsky leveled Raven Tatum, who is five inches taller. She had three assists as well, but those two moments of intense emotion against Tatum and West tell more. Dolinsky doesn't get scared. Today's game is as big as Wednesday's. The Jayhawks will probably seal a spot in the NCAA Tournament with a victory. CROSS COUNTRY Missouri is a notoriously physical team. Dolinsky's type. At some point, she'll probably rush into the action, and the Tigers bench will stomp and complain when she does it. She will keep playing, until someone else challenges her, then she'll do it again. Runner earns accolades at conference championships Edited by Brieun Scott BY JASON BAKER jbaker@kansan.com "It's a testament to how much hard work she puts in. She's one of the most dedicated runners, men or women," former cross country runner Paul Hefferon said. Her teammates call her one of the most hard working and dedicated members of the team. Many of the freshmen look up to her — and how could they not? After this past weekend, junior Lauren Bonds did what only one other woman in the history of Kansas cross country has done — she earned All-Big 12 Honors at the Big 12 Conference Championships. "It was one of my goals since being in college," she said. "It was one of the more elusive goals. I didn't think it was going to happen." At the conference championships, Bonds placed 15th overall in the women's 6K with a time of 21:31. The top 15 men's and women's performances at the meet make the All-Big 12 team. The last time a women's cross country runner at the University earned All-Big 12 honors was in 2002, when Laura Lavioe placed eighth overall. Hefferon said she's arguably one of the best female runners Kansas has ever had. So far it appears to be paying off for Bonds. Bonds has been the top runner on the women's side of every meet for the lajhawks. "She's got talent, but she doesn't rest on talent. She puts in a lot of work," Hefferson said. Bonds said her family was proud when she told them about her honors, especially her older sister Morgan. Morgan Bonds was a middle distance runner at Kansas State from 2004 to 2007. "She knows how hard cross country is, being in track. She's proud of me and has been very supportive of me," Bonds said. Although Bonds was happy and believed her selection was a huge honor, she's not celebrating quite yet. "I'm just taking it in stride, and now it's on to the next thing," she said. The Midwest Regionals win be Nov. 15 in Stillwater, Okla., which is the last meet on Kansas' schedule. A good enough finish could land Bonds at the NCAA Championships in Terre Haute, Ind. Edited by Rachel Burchfield 843-SUBS (7827) Jersey Mike's Subs 10¢ off for each point KU scores against NU Must present coupon Valid only at 1601 W 23rd St. Lawrence SOCCER (CONTINUED FROM 10A) Applies to reg or giant sub. Maximum discount is $4.00. JM 1108 One person per coupon. Not be combined with any other offer. No cash value. Reduces balance on Carrier. Fee $11.99. Johnson said. "I think our coaching staff and everyone else is getting us ready to succeed." Losing 6-0 to Missouri on Halloween night to close out the regular season seemed to have extinguished any hope of Kansas earning an at-large bid. But by beating No.11 Texas A&M Wednesday night, Francis's team reached the 12-victory threshold that he said is often the cutoff point for at-large teams. The layhawks also came into this week's tournament ranked 40th nationally in RPI. That number figures to drop considering the Aggies were ranked ninth in the nation, the best mark in the Big 12. Francis's team could make an even bigger jump with a victory against their border rivals, who occupy the 28th spot. Although the Jayhawks claim revenge won't play a factor tonight against the Tigers. Francis said his team's eagerness to prove their performance in Columbia, Mo., was an aberration rather than a true indication of their abilities. "I think our kids' were disappointed after last Friday's game so I think they are very excited about the opportunity to play them again just a week later," Francis said. "After you play a game like that you just want to get back on the field as quickly as possible." Francis said Kansas needed to deny service from the flanks tonight to succeed defensively, something Missouri's wide players provided at will on Oct. 31. Edited by Andy Greenhaw THE SEARCH FOR THE SHIRT YOU the students have submitted your gameday slogans and now it's time to vote for your favorite! The slogan that receives the most votes will then be released as the new "official" gameday shirt of the student body. THE TOP 5 SUBMISSIONS ARE: 29% ● “The Swagger Is Back” 13% ● “Rock Chalkin’ Your Socks Off Since 1865” 14.5% ● “My Favorite Subject in School Was Always Gameday” 29% ● “The University of Kansas: Majoring in Championships Since 1865” 14.5% ● “Fly Like A Jayhawk, Sting Like A Beak” VOTING STARTS NOW Ends Thurs, Nov. 13th GO TO KANSAN.COM/THESHIRT to vote on your favorite ALUMNI AMERICAN UNIVERSITY PROTECTED BY U.S. BORDER PATROL WWW.BORDERPATROL.GOV Recruiting Event Tuesday, November 11, 2008 • 10 am – 3 pm Job News Job Fair Overland Park Marriott 10800 Metcalf Avenue, Overland Park, KS 66210 Thursday, November 13, 2008 • 10 am – 2 pm Monster Jobs Career Fair Holiday Inn Hotel Overland Park 8787 Reeder Road, Overland Park, KS 66214 Apply online at www.BorderPatrol.gov. Recruiting code: SYUM For more information, call 1-888-376-6419 WHO WE ARE: WHO WE WANT: We're looking for people with all their senses in overdrive. Your sense of duty, of determination, teamwork and adventure. And your sense of fun. As part of the Border Patrol you'll use every muscle in your body and every inch of your mind as you work to protect more than 8,000 miles of international boundaries that we're sworn to protect. Whether it's on an ATV or the back of a horse, up in a chopper or out in a heavy-duty 4x4, you'll be keeping the country safe from terrorism, drugs and criminals by stopping them at the border. To be considered, you must be: • A U.S. citizen and resident for the past three years • Between the ages of 18-39 • Able to pass a background investigation Come meet us in person and learn how you can apply your skills in a place you'll feel right at home – the United States of America. JOIN US WWW.BORDERPATROL.GOV 7 7 / By NSAN 2008 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2008 SPORTS 9A laying in the de of quote of the dav "It's going to be tough. They're still Nebraska, and we're going to be in Lincoln and it's definitely a tough place to play. We're going to have to have another great week of preparation and hopefully take care of business on Saturday." — Kansas running back Jake Sharp fact of the day trivia of the day Q: In Todd Reesing's career, how many games has he finished with negative rushing yards? A: Two. In 2007, Reesing finished with negative rushing yards against Texas A&M and Oklahoma State. Kansas' Todd Reesing has beenacked 17 times in nine games. Last season he was sacked 24 times in 13 games. ku sports this week Today Swimming: Drury, 6 p.m. (Lawrence) Saturday Saturday Football: Nebraska, 1:30 p.m. (Lincoln, Neb.) Swimming: Evansville, 2 p.m. (Lawrence) Volleyball: Texas Tech, 7 p.m. (Lawrence) Rowing: Kansas State, TBA (Manhattan, Kan.) SWIMMING & DIVING Team to participate in meets today, Saturday After traveling to Columbia, Mo., last weekend, the Kansas swimming and diving squad comes back to Robinson Natatorium this weekend. Kansas, now 2-2 in dual meets, will look to improve with dual meets against Drury tonight at 6 p.m. and Evansville on Saturday at 2 p.m. Tonight's meet against Drury will give the Jayhawks a challenge. The Drury Panthers are consistently at the top of the Division II polls and came up just short last year at the NCAA Division II women's swimming and diving national championship. Truman State spoiled the Panthers' try at a second-straight championship The Panthers bring a 2-0 dual meet record to Lawrence with victories against Missouri State and Alaska-Fairbanks. In last year's contest, Kansas came out on top against Drury with a commanding 171-68 victory. Saturday will mark a special day for swimming head coach Clark Campbell. Evansville gave Campbell his first shot at being a head coach at the Division level. Next weekend the Jayhawks will travel to Omaha, Neb., to face Nebraska-Omaha before having a two-week break from meet action. Adam Samson Jayhawks aim to break losing streak in Lincoln BY BRYAN WHEELER bwheeler@kansan.com It's been 40 years since Kansas went in to Nebraska's Memorial Stadium and beat the Cornhuskers. Lincoln has not been pretty for the Jayhawks. In a span lasting more than three decades, legendary Nebraska coach Tom Osborne put a hurting on the Jayhawks year after year on his turf. In 12 trips to Lincoln, Kansas scored just 96 points. That's three touchdowns more than Kansas A lot has happened in Husker Nation since Osborne retired. Coach Frank Solich was able to carry the torch on for six years before Nebraska handed the keys over to Bill Callahan. scored against Nebraska in last year's 76-39 blowout in Lawrence. The Callahan years ushered in a new crash-and-burn style of football, in which the Huskers once legendary program declined. To give you a better idea of what this has been like to Nebraska fans, imagine if Kansas basketball were to implode. Meanwhile, Osborne spent six years in the House of Representatives for Nebraska's 3rd District for seven years. It wasn't until last year that Osborne decided Though the fans are optimistic about Pelini, Nebraska is still nowhere near where it was in its glory days. There was a time when the Huskers won 47 consecutive games at home and went undefeated in Osborne's last six seasons. Over the last five years, Nebraska has lost 10 games at home but none to Kansas. Though Mangino brought the layhawks close in 2006 with a 39-32 loss time loss and a 14-8 loss in 2004, Kansas has yet to get over the hump. With last year's blowout featuring the same keys to success — Todd Reeing, Jake to come back to the University and take over as the athletic director. With that, Osborne brought in LSU defensive coordinator Bo Pelini. Sharp, Dezmon Briscoe and Kerry Meier, who scored seven touchdowns combined — you would think Nebraska is due for more of the same. THE MORNING BREW But it is in Lincoln where Kansas teams come to die. Despite the convincing loss last season, Nebraska is still a favorite in this game by one and a half points. Memorial Stadium itself, which seats roughly 85,000 Husker fans, is unofficially the third largest city in Nebraska on game days. With 295 consecutive sellouts, Husker fans are some of the most dedicated and loudest in the country. Tomorrow the Jayhawks will have history and an environment working against them but it's one of their best opportunities to win in Lincoln in four decades. Should they win, consider it one small step for coach Mark Mangino and one giant step for Kansas football. -Edited by Brieun Scott 121 131 Contenders in the 90 kg category strike poses yesterday during the IFBB Men's World Bodybuilding Championship in Manama, Bahrain. From left to right are: Tareq Alfarsani of Bahrain, Iran's gold-medal winner for the category and overall competition winner Ali Tabrizi Nouri, Egyptian actor and bodybuilder Mabrouk Shehata and obscured, Ukrainian Oleksandr Slobodyanyuk. ASSOCIATED PRESS NFL Rams' Jackson wants to play through injury ASSOCIATED PRESS Jackson did not practice Thursday for the second straight day. He'll try to give it a go on Friday as St. Louis (2-6) tries to snap a two-game losing streak. ST. LOUIS — St. Louis Rams running back Steven Jackson is optimistic he'll be able to play Sunday at New York against the Jets, but his coach needs to see evidence why. "I am optimistic, very optimistic," Jackson said. "I'm hoping maybe even Saturday if I can during the walkthrough, have my own personal practice and see if I am able to burst." But interim coach him Haslett says if Jackson can't practice on Friday, he won't play Sunday. Jackson hurt his thigh on Oct. 19. 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"With a hamstring, quad or groin, those kinds of injuries, one day you feel great and the next day, the slightest movement or tweak "The offense is really complicated. I'll do my best to help them. With a running back, once he knows where he's going, it's pretty much his own ability. I think they've done a pretty good job the last two days." can set you back," Jackson said, "That's just what I'm dealing with." Haslett said the Rams will use Kenneth Darby and Samkon Gado if Jackson can't play. Antonio Pittman (hamstring) and Travis Minor (concussion) are both questionable. "I think they're doing well," Haslett said. "We'll see in a game. They work hard. They're both smart guys. They run hard. I'm excited watching them work this week." The Denali Jacket SUNFLOWER OUTDOOR & BIKE 914.807.6532 BROOKLYN, NY 11201 Darby was signed off the Falcons' practice squad Oct. 15 and likely will be the starter against the jets. Gado, who was out of football before he was signed Tuesday, "Whoever goes this week, we think we have capable guys." Bulger said. "We might have to simplify the game plan a little, but I think they are definitely capable." would be the backup and play on special teams. Jackson said he's eager to help his replacements. 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Jayhawks' NCAA tournament hopes hinge on Mizzou game PAGE10A Coach Francis says redemption is the last thing on his team's mind BY ANDREW WIEBE awiebe@kansan.com SAN ANTONIO — Seven days after No. 20 Missouri took Kansas behind the woodshed for its most lopsided beating in almost 10 years, revenge is far from the thoughts of coach Mark Francis and his team. "I wouldn't say it's about revenge at all" senior midfielder Missy Geha said, going into what could be her final collegiate game. "You want to beat every team you play against. We are just looking to win because we want to go to the NCAA Tournament." At this point in the season, it's all about adding more substance to a borderline NCAA Tournament resume that the Jayhawks (12-7-1) hope will catch the eye of the selection committee. They know a victory against the Tigers tonight in the Big 12 Tournament semifinals could be the difference between playing in the NCAA Tournament and spending the rest of winter lamenting missed opportunities. "In the Big 12 Tournament, every team wants to step up," junior defender Estelle SEE SOCCER ON PAGE 8A Erin Elfeson, sophomore midfielder laughs with Shannon McCabe, junior forward during soccer practice on Thursday in San Antonio. The soccer team plays Missouri tonight in game two of the Big 12 Soccer Tournament after beating Texas A&M 4-2 on Wednesday. COMMENTARY Dolinsky's play gets physical BY MARK DENT mdent@kansan.com SAN ANTONIO - On the A&M sidelines, they thought she threw a fist. Coaches and players were off the bench and screaming when their player, Beth West, collapsed onto the grass Wednesday night. Is the end near? A fist? Maybe. Dolinsky didn't think so. They had just gotten a taste of the physical side of Monica Dolinsky, and they wanted her out of the game. Two and West were going after the ball. Two sprinting bodies. A collision. A crash. Dolinsky stood tall. West rolled in the grass. She said tempers flared. That was all. She said West was the same type of player, aggressive. That was all. Dollinsky rarely has much to say after games. On the field, it's completely different. One who never stops directing players from her midfield spot. One who, as her teammates say, "isn't afraid to say what she thinks" if an opponent mouths off. And of course she's physical. West found that out on Wednesday. She had talent as a freshman, all kinds of it. When she had the ball, few players could do as many wonderful things. That year she had six goals by mid-October, which put her on a pace to surpass Caroline Smith's freshman scoring record. She didn't score another one the And that's really Dolinsky's role on this team — the firestarter. Two years ago, that wasn't the case. "Anytime somebody can attack like that, Miss Geha said, 'if fire me up.'" SEE DENT ON PAGE 8A 98 KANSAN FILE PHOTO Wide receiver Dezmon Briscoe moves the ball up the field following a reception in last season's 76-39 drubbing of Nebraska in Lawrence. Saturday the contest will move to Lincoln, Neb., where Kansas has not won in the last 19 oarches, stretching back to 1968. KANSAN FILE PHOTO VOLLEYBALL Spirits up, Hawks set for victory BY JOSH BOWE ibowe@kansan.com After a nearly flawless victory against Colorado Wednesday, Kansas should keep its momentum and defeat Texas Tech Saturday night. But nothing is certain in the Big 12 Conference this season. If there has been anything to expect, it has been the unexpected. Although the Red Raiders (5-20, 0-14) will ride into Lawrence on a 14-match losing streak, all of those matches against Big 12 teams, coach Ray Bechard has been around long enough to know there are no guarantees. "We (coaches) told the team to enjoy it," Bechard said of Kansas' sweep against the Buffaloes. "But what can we do between now and then to play at an even higher level?" For once, Bechard does not have an overwhelming concern for practice before Saturday. In Wednesday's matchup, Kansas had the advantage against Colorado in all the important statistics: kills, digs, assists, blocks, errors, hitting percentage, service aces and errors. Players finally did not have to answer questions about the team's inconsistent offense or shoddy defense. "I thought it was consistent all around," senior middle blocker Natalie Uhart said. "We need to remember what it feels like to stay consistent." But Bechard never likes to pinpoint things until everything is accounted for. Though he would not go as far to say his team's victory against Colorado was the most consistent match Kansas has played all year, he did say he thought it was as close as it could be. "Probably for an hour and a half it was pretty close," Bechard said. "We just didn't stand out in one phase. I thought we were consistently pretty good in all phases." But cause for concern could come from reflecting on the last time Kansas played MEN'S BASKETBALL SEE VOLLEYBALL ON PAGE 8A Former Hawks poised to soar NBA rookies Rush, Chalmers and Arthur already shaking up league BY CASE KEEFER ckeefer@kansan.com Aldrich is planning on following his three former teammates and their current NBA teams — Brandon Rush and the Indiana Pacers, Mario Chalmers and the Miami Heat, and Darrell Arthur and the Memphis Grizzlies — closer than ever this season. When Darnell Jackson returns from a wrist injury, the Cleveland Cavaliers will be added to the list. Be warned Brandon, Mario and Darrell. If you have an off night, Cole Aldrich is going to find out. "I'll be texting everybody like, 'jeez Brandon, you missed that shot? Come on, that was a wide-open shot. How'd you miss that?' Aldrich said. "Just giving everybody a little grief every once in a while." But Aldrich isn't looking forward to sending congratulatory messages after a good game. He's more concerned with reaching out to them after they struggle. Unfortunately for Aldrich, he hasn't had many opportunities. Rush, Chalmers and Arthur's professional careers are off to a fast start. Especially Chalmers. He has started every game for the Heat this season at point guard. He leads the league in steals with just less than four per game. He leads all rookies in assists with seven per game. "It just shows you what type of player he is and how good he can be" junior guard Sherron Collins said. "He's already starting at the next level as a rookie." NBA experts agree. Despite falling to the second round of the NBA Draft last June, Chalmers will be one of the best point guards of the class, ESPN.com NBA insider Chad Ford said. Ford, who was on campus last week to give a guest lecture, thinks Chalmers wound up in a great situation in Miami. He said the Heat ran a perfect system for Chalmers that would enable him to fit in immediately. "Ive always thought Mario would be a very good starting point guard," Ford said. "I'm not sure he's going to be a Chris Paul or Deron Williams or that elite level. But he's going to a very good point guard." Ford had similar feelings about Darrell Arthur's situation. Arthur slipped all the way to the 27th pick despite being projected to go in the top 15. He was then traded three times on draft night before winding up in Memphis. Ford said the Grizzlies were an ideal team for Arthur, who has started in four of Memphis' five games and is averaging five points and seven rebounds per game. "I always say this about NBA rookies — you're always much better off landing with a team that needs you where you will play right away than landing on a particular city or making a little more money by getting drafted higher," Ford said. Rush hasn't played as much as Chalmeris or Arthur. But according to Ford, the Pacers SEE NBA ON PAGE 8A MEMPHIS 00 MAGIC 11 } ASSOCIATED PRESS Memphis Grissies forward Darrell Ardle returns up for a lay up in front of Orlando Magic guard Courtney Lee during the second half of an NBA preseason basketball game in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday. GIVE A LITTLE GET A LITTLE Swapping plasma for cash. HEALTH 1B KANSAS FALLS TO MISSOURI SOCCER 8B HAWKS DEFEAT LADY BLUES Last exhibition game ends in victory BASKETBALL | 7E THE STUDENT VOICE SINCE 1904 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10,2008 KANSAS 20 WWW.KANSAN.COM VOLUME 120 ISSUE 58 THE STREAK CONTINUES 1 93 34 GLENN 63 55 football Like Sharp has the ball popped loose in the first quarter against Nebraska. The Kansas running game had troubles Saturday afternoon with only 90 yads rushing from Sharp in Kansas' 45-35 loss. Kansas lost for the 20th consecutive time in Lincoln. FOOTBALL | 1B Weston White/KANSAN RESEARCH Professors' ideologies don't affect students Two recent studies refute the idea that universities are hotbeds of liberal indoctrination, finding that professors have little to no affect on their students' political ideologies. FULL STORY PAGE 3A RESEARCH Probing Antarctic ice for hidden mountains BY HALEY JONES hjones@kansan.com Under more than two miles of Antarctica's ice may lie a mountain range larger than the European Alps. exists and, if so, how large it is. In less than a month, engineering student Chris McMinn will head to the continent to determine whether the range McMinn, Olathe junior, is a member of the Center for Remote Sensing of Ice Sheets, or CReSIS, a research group that develops radars to measure ice depth. David Braaten, professor of geography, is going with McMinn on the four-week trip. He said no one had ever accurately measured the depth of the ice or found what was beneath it. Seismic measurements taken in the 1950s are one of the few concrete pieces of evidence supporting the mountain range's existence. Braaten said a stronger pull of gravity in certain areas of the continent indicated a mountain range. "It tells you there's something massive down there. index SEE ANTARCTICA ON PAGE 4A Classifieds...6B Opinion...7A Crossword...6A Sports...1B Horoscopes...6A Sudoku...6A All contents; unless stated otherwise, © 2008 The University Daily Kansan 40 WE CAN'T JUST ONE MARRIAGE BAN SPARKS PROTESTS More than 10,000 people in California protested the passed same-sex marriage ban. PROTEST | 3A 41 40 weather TODAY RAIN TUESDAY 43 34 Partly cloudy / rain WEDNESDAY 47 38 weather.com 2A NEWS 24.1. THE UNIVERSITY HARY KANSAN quote of the day "As we express our gratitude we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them." — John Fitzgerald Kennedy, 35th president of the United States fact of the day Veteran's Day began when President Woodrow Wilson declared a national holiday on the one-year anniversary of the end of World War I. It was originally called "Armistice Day." www.history.com most e-mailed Here's a list of the five most e-mailed stories from Kansan. com: 1. Election Day 2008 Photogallery 2. Letter: What the 2008 election can teach us in the future 3. KU student uses research to help Navajo Nation 4. Letter: How high fructose corn syrup may be beneficial 5. Art connects mother to son in Iraq et cetera The University Daily Kansan is the student newspaper of the University of Kansas. The first copy is paid through the student activity fee. Additional copies of The Kansan are 25 cents. 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Whether it's rock 'n' roll or reggae, sports or special events, KIHK 90.7 is for you. 907 kjh2 Allison Richardson/KANSAN How's my weave look? Maria Gonzalez Alison Richardson/KANSAN Fraude Jendryn, Trier, Germany, exchange student, cuts into a woven piece of wood on Sunday evening at the Art and Design Building. Jendryn was working on a basket for his "introduction" to textiles and Fiber" class. Wood weaving can be very time consuming because of the process of soaking the wood in water before using it. POLITICS Obama builds diverse Cabinet, nixes Bush policies ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON - President-elect Obama plans to use his executive powers to make an immediate effect when he takes office, perhaps reversing Bush administration policies on stem cell research and domestic drilling for oil and natural gas. John Podesta, Obama's transition chief, said Sunday Obama is reviewing President Bush's executive orders on those issues and others as he works to undo policies enacted during eight years of Republican rule. He said the president could use such orders to move quickly on his own. “There’s a lot that the president can do using his executive authority without waiting for congressional action, and I think we'll see the president do that,” Podesta said. “I think that he feels like he has a real mandate for change. We need to get off the course that the Bush administration has set.” Podesta also said Obama was working to build a diverse Cabinet. That includes reaching out to Republicans and independents — part of the broad coalition that supported Obama during the race against Republican John McCain. Defense Secretary Robert Gates has been mentioned as a possible holdover. "He's not even a Republican." Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid of Nevada said. "Why wouldn't we want to keep him? He's never been a registered Republic." Obama was elected on a promise of change, but the nature of the job makes it difficult for presidents to do much that has an immediate impact on the lives of average people. Congress plans to take up a second economic aid plan before year's end — an effort Obama supports. But it could be months or longer before taxpayers see the effect. Obama could use his executive powers to at least signal that Washington is changing. "Obama's advantage of course is he'll have the House and the Senate working with him, and that makes it easier," said Carl Tobias, a law professor at the University of Richmond. "But even then, having an immediate impact is very difficult to do because the machinery of government doesn't move that quickly." Presidents long have used executive orders to impose policy and set priorities. One of Bush's first acts was to reinstate full abortion restrictions on U.S. overseas aid. 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Kansas newsroom 111 Stauffer Flint Hall 1435 Jayhawk Blvd. Lawrence, KS 66045 (795) 864-4810 STATE Claim of 'bluer' Kansas is ended by election results TOPEKA, Kan. — Gov. Kathleen Sebelius and fellow Democrats have been fond in recent years of arguing that if Kansas hasn't turned from Republican red to Democratic blue in its politics, it's at least becoming purple. But election results this year undercut that claim. Come January, Democrats will return to holding only one of the state's four seats in the U.S. House, and Republicans will remain as much in control of the Legislature as before. A spirited Democratic challenge to Republican Sen. Pat Roberts ended as so many such races have in the past, with a big GOP victory. The main evidence of a shift toward purple always has been Sebelius' victories in the 2002 and 2006 governor's races. But last week's election results suggest that Sebelius' strong political skills — and her ability to raise boodles of campaign funds — are the main reason Kansas politics seemed to shift away from its traditional crimson hue. That's a sobering thought for the Kansas Democratic Party as it faces a near-term future in which she doesn't hold elective office. "I think this Kansas-going-purple thing has been a little overblow, and obviously the results demonstrate that," said Sen. Chris Steineger, a Kansas City Democrat. Associated Press KU Contributing to Student Success Meet Kansas basketball legend Danny Manning book signing "What It Means to Be a Jayhawk" Wed. 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PROTEST JOSEPH SMITH HAD 40+ WIVES WHY CAN'T I HAVE ONE! I SUPPORT MY GAY SONS! KEEP GOV't NON- PROPHET FAM ISN'T ABO LO Same-sex marriage ban stands, protests erupt ASSOCIATED PRESS SAN DIEGO — As many as 10,000 people took to the streets in San Diego, and similar numbers marched in Los Angeles Saturday to protest passage of an anti-gay marriage ballot initiative, authorities said. Demonstrators began marching through central San Diego at noon, according to police Sgt. Diane Wendell. The event lasted about 90 minutes and was peaceful, with no arrests. The march in the Silver Lake area of Los Angeles began at Saturday evening and lasted about four hours, said police Sgt. Jake Bushy. No incidents were reported as demonstrators marched down Sunset Boulevard carrying signs and waving banners. The demonstrations were the largest of several marches that followed Tuesday's passage of Proposition 8, a constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriages and overturning the state Supreme Court decision that legalized such unions in May. A candlelight vigil in Laguna Beach Saturday evening drew about 1,000 people and police reported no incidents. On Friday, tensions flared at a vigil at Palm Springs City Hall when a supporter of the gay marriage ban carrying a plastic foam cross clashed with protesters, according to The Desert Sun. The crowd ripped the cross from her hands and stomped on it. About 2,000 people gathered in Long Beach Friday night and there were three arrests. "Separate church and state" and waved rainbow flags outside the headquarters of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which encouraged its members to work to pass the amendment by volunteering for the campaign. In Salt Lake City Friday night, a crowd of about 2,000 chanted INTERNATIONAL 20 suffocate,21 injured in Russian naval accident MOSCOW — The fire safety system on a brand-new Russian nuclear submarine accidentally turned on as the sub was being tested in the Sea of Japan, spewing a gas that suffocated 20 people and sent 21 others to the hospital, officials said Sunday. Yet it was Russia's worst naval accident since torpedo explosions sank another nuclear-powered submarine, the Kursk, in The Russian Navy said the submarine itself was not damaged in Saturday's accident and returned to its base on Russia's Pacific coast under its own power Sunday. The accident also did not pose any radiation danger, the navy said. The submarine being tested had 208 people aboard, including 81 seamen, according to Russian navy spokesman Capt. Igor Dygalo. Yet Russian news agencies said a sub of this type normally carries only a crew of 73. the Barents Sea in 2000, killing all 118 seamen aboard. Associated Press RESEARCH Professors'liberal influence'a myth Students'political beliefs are formed long before college BY RYAN MCGEENEY rmcgeeney@kansan.com In the days leading up to the 2008 presidential election, Barack Obama buttons and T-shirts nearly overtook campus as the fashion du jour. But those looking to hold professors responsible for the overwhelming popularity of the Democratic candidate find themselves increasingly at odds with research on where students' beliefs originate. Ellen Jensby, Wichita thirdyear law student, said that by the time students reached the university prised by the results of the recent studies. "We live in an era when people are suspicious of institutions," said Cigler, who has taught at the University since 1970. "Much of the talk is about media bias, and you saw it with the presidential election. Well, universities are institutions, too, and there's just a general suspicion that because the "... it would be very,very difficult to actually change people's minds about their values. They're simply too ingrained." ALLAN CIGLER Professor of political science had already formed their political beliefs. The article "Indoctrination U? Faculty Ideology and Changes in Student Political Orientation" published in the journal's October issue, examined almost 7,000 students at 38 institutions of higher learning and found that students' political views were not swayed by their professors' political leanings. A second study, which reached similar conclusions, is slated to run in the journal's April 2009 issue. "I think, at this point, we're pretty much set in our ways," Jensby said. That attitude was supported by two recent studies accepted by "PS: Political Science & Politics," the quarterly journal of the American Political Science Association. Researchers found that the political leanings of professors had no measurable influence on the political attitudes and opinions of their students. Allan Cigler, professor of political science, said that while he was familiar with the conventional wisdom of "liberal indoctrination" on college campuses, he was not sur- faculty tend to be overwhelmingly Democrat that somehow there is this deliberate attempt to indoctrinate people." C i g l e r said a body of research already existed that suggested students weren't especially affected by their professors' beliefs. "It comes down to values," Cigler said. "You certainly can affect the students' ideas about who important candidates are, or what major policy issues are, but it would be very, very difficult to actually change people's minds about their values. They're simply too ingrained. Cigler also dismissed the notion that students were particularly vulnerable to being subconsciously manipulated. a recipient of a 2008 Kemper Award for Teaching Excellence. "We ask them to see eight sides of the story. The idea is to make sure they have the room to explore the intellectual merits of multiple perspectives. I think that's the training we've all been given, and it's something we believe." "Peopleknow when people are trying to force individuals in there" Britton identified the idea of indoctrination at public institutions as a "societal myth." Actual incidents of indoctrination at the University seemed to be in short supply among students. "They definitely encourage students to examine their beliefs," Shriwise said. "To look at their thoughts and make difficult decisions — that's been huge in an election year." Mandy Shriwise, Overland Park senior, said that she typically felt challenged, rather than directed, by professors when it came to her own preconceived notions. values on them," Cigler said. Israel Interiano, Wichita graduate student, said that in his coursework this semester, political parties had essentially been presented as hypothetical catalysts for the future of U.S. tax code, the subject of Interiano's graduate work. "I think, at this point, we're pretty much set in our ways." "My professors basically say, if the Republicans remain in office. Hannah Britton, associate professor of both women, gender and sexuality studies and political science, said that she avoided issues of bias in her classes by not narrowing students' discussions to arbitrary right-or-wrong arguments. "We never ask students to see two sides of the story," said Britton. ELLEN JENSBY Third-year law student this is what will happen. If the Democrats come into office, this is what will happen," Interiano said. "It's not to influence us — it's just 'this happens' or 'that happens'" Jensby said that the political leanings of most of her professors had largely remained a mystery. "More than anything, it's the students who show their political affiliation" she said. Edited by Rachel Burchfield Student Senate THIS WEEK ON CAMPUS November 10,2008 Probably at least 1500 miles from Lawrence. Why should this matter to you? KNOW WHERE YOUR FOOD CAME FROM? SOUTH AMERICA A Come And Find Out What Local People Are Doing About It! LAWRENCE'S LOCAL FOOD AND LOCALVORES Presentation by DAN NAGENGAST of the Kansas Rural Center Open discussion moderated by SIMRAN SETHI With local growers, entrepreneurs, and educators. 6:00 PM Thursday Nov.13th ECM 1204 Oread EARTH Sponsors: KU Environs, E.A.R.T.H, Oxfam KU, Lawrence Fair Trade Homework for Friday: Attend services in Woodruff Auditorium at 6 P.M. Enjoy dinner in the Ballroom at 7 P.M. R Lenvirons ROCK CHALK SHABBAT Extra Credit:*Bring non-pershables for (Museum or) donations for hair extensions *Stay the whole night and receive prizes from the annual raffle envirors Oxfam Kansas Union November 14,2008 definition: (rok chawk sha-baht) 1. the largest Shabbat celebration ever at KU 2. a time spent with over 900 family and friends 3. the place to be on November 14th* KU Hillie PLATFORM COMMUNITY THE FEDERALIST SOCIETY Presents...Professor Robert Turner, University of Virginia School of Law "Resolved: The 1973 War Powers Resolution is Unconstitutional, Unnecessary, Unwise, and ought to be Repealed." WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12,2008 4:00-5:00pm Green Hall (Law School Building) Room 127 THE KU MARKETING CLUB PRESENTS The 7th Annual Career Development Conference Friday, November 21, 2008 at the 4th floor of the Kansas Union 12:30 - 5:00pm Open to ALL KU students, free of charge Attend interactive workshops, compete in a case competition, and gain valuable knowledge from a panel of speakers. KU Cultural India Club --- diva --- --- Come experience a night of Indian culture by celebrating ' Diwali' with us. In case you have any questions for further information, please contact us. When. Nov. 16th, 2008 (6:00 pm) Where: Woodruff Auditorium. Kansas Union Russell Cohen 1301 Jayhawk Blvd. Lawrence KS 66045 Lawrence, KS 66045 Admission: FREE Indian Dinner: Members: $7 / Non-members: $10 Dinner tickets can be bought at the venue Visit us : http://groups.ku.edu/~kuiindia/ Alternative Spring Break with Lutheran Campus Ministry Everyone is invited to come and learn about this opportunity to join in community service and to sightsee in the Big Apple. Informational meeting Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 8:00 p.m. Lutheran Campus Ministry • 18 East 13th St. Interested? Email: juliejh@ku.edu 4A --- NEWS THEATER Theatre CONTRIBUTED PHOTO THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN Jacquelyn Venetia Kelly, Charles Martinez, Meaghan Dieter, Chris McBride and Luke Kanter sing in the play that depicts relationships and scandals in early 20th century immigrant neighborhoods. Students sing and act in the raunchy opera, 'Street Scene' BY BRANDY ENTSMINGER BY BRANDY ENTSMINGER bentsminger@kansan.com Kurt Weill composed the opera based on a Pulitzer Prize-winning book by Elmer Rice and used Langston Hughes' poetry for the lyrics. The show opened on Friday and will continue Thursday to Saturday. Cultures collide with alcoholism, abuse and adultery in the University Theater's production of the opera "Street Scene." The opera is set at the turn of the 20th century and centers on the relationships and scandals within a neighborhood of immigrants. The majority of the action surrounds two families. One family is torn apart by an affair while at the same time their daughter finds love in one of the other families. Elliot Metz, Wichita sophomore, said the neighbors acted like a Greek chorus as they gossiped about what was going on with the other families. "It's kind of a warning tale of what Juicy Campus could have done to the 1910s," Metz said. The cast members range from children to doctoral students and come from theater and opera backgrounds. Metz said that it was sometimes challenging to work with the children but that it helped keep the mood light. "It kept us from ever getting too stressed out." Metz said. Meier said learning dialects and accents was different for everyone, but he said Yiddish was often perceived as most difficult because actors had to learn to trill some of their sounds. For extra help, Meier produced recordings of the actors' lines. Metz said it was challenging because he had never played anyone over the age of 30, but said it helped to use a cane in his scenes. To look the part, Metz must arrive 30 minutes before the other cast members so he can have his make-up done. Paul Meier, professor of theater and film, trained the actors and said they had to learn to break the language down into signature sounds. Once they learned the pronunciation of the words, the actors learned the rhythm and melody of the language so they could apply it to English. Metz said having the audience nearby allowed the actors to gauge their reactions and made it so most of the male cast members Because the characters in "Street Scene" represented a variety of cultural backgrounds, the actors had to learn to speak in different dialects and accents. The show unfolds in the Crafton-Preyer Theatre. The cast acts inside a triangle in the middle of the stage and the audience sits on the stage outside the triangle. Yiddish dialect, Metz had to master the movements of an older Jewish man. Although he is one of the youngest cast members, his character is the oldest. Most of the actors had to speak with a New York accent, but others had to learn Irish, German, Swedish, Italian and Yiddish dialects. In addition to mastering a didn't have to wear as much makeup. directed the opera and said Weill blended European and American influences in his music. Blues, jazz, upbeat Broadway, Broadway ballad and the jitterbug are among the many styles featured in "Street Scene." Tazewell Thompson guest Meaghan Deiter, Sabeth graduate student, said the dialogue and English lyrics would make it easy for the audience to get engaged in the show. "It's a great eclectic score and every song and the orchestrations are brilliant," Thompson said. "It's kind of a good way to get your feet wet in opera," Deiter said: "Street Scene" will take place at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday on Stage Too! in Murphy Hall. Student tickets are $10. Edited by Ramsey Cox ANTARCTICA (CONTINUED FROM TA) Braaten said, "It's a true discovery. Our radars will determine it precisely. We'll come back with a very detailed understanding of the extent of the mountain and how high the slopes are." (CONTINUED FROM 1A) McMinn and Braaten are going on the expedition with groups from other universities and with the British Antarctic Survey. The temporary campsite where they will live is at an elevation of 11,000 feet. To put that in perspective, McMinn said, the average skydel jumps from 5,000 feet. McMinn said he was excited to go on the trip but nervous because of the risks associated with Antarctica's high elevation and severe climate. "I can feel the panic sitting there," he said. "I think it's actually going to kick in when I get on the plane." Because 98 percent of Antarctica is covered with snow and ice, the continent reflects almost all the sun's light rather than absorbing it. Antarctica has less rainfall than a desert and temperatures range from negative 40 to negative 94 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter. These extreme temperatures make simple tasks like taking a shower and drinking water difficult. McMinn said that the group would have to melt the water they used, but that he wasn't sure what the bathrooms would be like. "We're really high up there," he said. "You could have health issues because of the pressure change." McMinn said he and the other researchers would have to wear at least 30 SFP sunscreen at all times and 30 UV-blocking sunglasses to protect them from the harsh Antarctic sun. But his biggest concern was their computers overheating because of the lack of water in the atmosphere. Ian Cahir, communications coordinator for the engineering department, said the radar CReSIS developed was one of the most advanced of its kind and could help predict the effect polar ice sheets had on sea level change. Columbia University requested to copy the CReSIS radar system because it was the only one of its type available. After the data are collected in Antarctica, it will be returned to the University for McMinn and other CReSIS members to analyze. Edited by Adam Mowder THE SEARCH FOR THE SHIRT You the students have submitted your gameday slogans and now it's time to vote for your favorite! The slogan that receives the most votes will then be released as the new "official" gameday shirt of the student body. THE TOP 5 SUBMISSIONS ARE: 29% ~ "The Swagger Is Back" 13% ~ "Rock Chalkin' Your Socks Off Since 1865" 14.5% ~ "My Favorite Subject in School Was Always Gameday" 29% ~ "The University of Kansas: Majoring in Championships Since 1865" 14.5% ~ "Fly Like A Jayhawk, Sting Like A Beak" VOTING STARTS NOW Ends Thursday, Nov. 13th KANSAN.COM/THESHIRT to vote on your favorite ALUMNI AUTHORIZATION SKU AUTHORIZATION www.sku.edu The KU Student Alumni Association and the MU Student Alumni Association Boards are challenging fans in the Border Showdown FOR HARVESTERS Go online to www.borderhungershowdown.harvesters.org for a virtual food drive to benefit Harvesters. Be sure you distinguish what school you are supporting. The food drive runs Nov 1 through Nov. 29. And, let’s be honest, who doesn’t want to beat Mizzou? KU vs. MU Football Game Saturday, Nov. 29 Arrowhead Stadium ALUMNI ASSOCIATION The University of Kansas SAAA MONTREAL COLLEGE OF YEARSHIP HARVESTERS COMMUNITY TODAY NETWORK KU vs. MU Football Game Saturday, Nov. 29 Arrowhead Stadium · KU ALUMNI ASSOCIATION · N NEWS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAS MONDAY NOVEMBER 19, 2008 5A ," he issues MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2008 wder HEALTH Students choose to donate plasma for extra cash Knowing their donation was'for a good cause also factors into decision BY MICHAEL HOLTZ mholtz@kansan.com Logan Englert, Topeka sophomore, has found a unique way of putting a few extra dollars in his pocket. Twice a week Englert donates plasma, earning on average $60 HBD 88 Many students at the University have chosen to donate plasma as a way to earn extra cash or to supplement their income from their part-time jobs. Many students meet the qualifications to donate plasma, which include weighing at least 110 pounds, being at least 18 years old, living within 125 miles of a donation center and having proof of identity when they go to donate. Christine Kuhinka, manager of corporate communications at ZBT Plasma, said that donating plasma is ultimately about saving lives. The do-gooder aspect of donating makes it a win-win situation, she said. every week. He has made close to $400 since his first donation two months ago. "At the end of the day, donating plasma is all about saving lives." "A friend of mine did it last year and made enough through the course of the communications, donating plasma is a win-win situation. Not only are donors getting a few extra bucks, but the lives of people who suffer from a wide range of medical conditions — such as hemophilia and immune deficiencies — are being saved, Kuhinka said. "At the end of the day, donating CHRISTINE KUHINKA ZBT Plasma manager of corporate communications CONTRIBUTED PHOTO semester to pay for a spring break trip to Cancun," Englert said. "I already have a job, but I'm all for the money." Englert works in the Oliver Hall cafeteria. He said donating plasma for eight hours every two weeks is equal to two-thirds of his paycheck. He works 24 hours during the same amount of time in the cafeteria. According to Christine Kuhinka, ZLB Plasma's manager of corporate Plasma is the liquid portion of the blood. It is vital to the immune system as well as bleeding and infection control, according to the Web site of ZLB Plasma, a worldwide plasma collection company with a center located in Lawrence. plasma is all about saving lives," Kuhinka said. "It takes 130 plasma donations to manufacture enough treatment to keep one person with primary immune deficiency alive for one year." Kuhinka said there are several requirements in order to donate plasma. Qualified donors must weigh at least 110 pounds, be at least 18 years old, live within 125 miles of a center and have proof of identity when they go to donate. Other qualifications include having received a tattoo or piercing no sooner than 12 months prior to donating. She said the process takes less than two hours to complete after the initial visit. All visits include a physical examination followed by time spent connected to a plasmapheresis machine. This machine draws the plasma from the blood and then injects blood cells back into the body. "Plasma can be donated more often than blood." Kuhina said. "It's not as tough on the body, because red and white blood cells are returned to you." Englert said the time spent donating allows him to work on homework or read a book. He said the center he goes to also has televisions. Aaron Othmer, Topeka freshman, said the process itself is rather painless. "The only part that really hurts is when they put the needle in," Othmer said. "After that, it's really not bad at all." "They pay you a decent amount of money for a short amount of time," Othmer said. "And now that I know it's for a good cause, it makes me want to go back more often." Othmer said he's been donating plasma for two weeks. Like Englert, Othmer said he enjoys the extra cash. — Edited by Rachel Burchfield CRIME Scams cause concern for elderly's accounts ASSOCIATED PRESS WICHITA - Officials here estimate that as many as 3,500 elderly Sedgwick County residents are robbed every year by scam artists, family "caregivers" or other thieves. But a task force organized by District Attorney Nola Foulston, is keeping a closer eye on financial transactions of senior citizens. The Financial Abuse Specialist Team, formed in October, enlists the help of volunteers such as bank employees, U.S. postal employees, Kansas Department Social and Rehabilitation Services workers, federal agents and elderly mental health specialists. Margie McFrederick is a banker who says workers watch for elderly customers coming in regularly to withdraw money with the help of a nonrelative who does all the talking. They also watch for seniors who start making small, unexplained withdrawals from their savings accounts, aware that scam artists call confused elderly people at home and pretend to be from a bank, asking for all sorts of banking information and Social Security numbers. "One of the worst parts about this is that the elderly involved are from a generation that trusted people and has a lot of pride," said McFrederick, a vice president at Emprise bank. "So they often don't report it when they are robbed." Authorities say only a fraction of such crimes against elderly residents get reported. Between July 2007 and July 2008, the state received 184 reports of "fiduciary abuse and exploitation." April Shine, supervisor of the SRS's Adult Protective Services, said that in the four months since July 1 this year, there already have been 107 reports. Foulston set aside money in her budget last year to build a new financial crimes investigative team, which now is compiling evidence for several cases. One of the cases prosecuted by the team was that of John Hartley, who began conning money out of Mildred Patterson, an elderly Wichita woman with dementia, in 2003. In early 2004 Patterson's son Ray, a California resident, became convinced that Hartley was stealing thousands of dollars from his mother. HEALTH HEALTH Study finds pill drastically decreases heart problems NEW ORLEANS — People with low cholesterol and no big risk for heart disease dramatically lowered their chances of dying or having a heart attack if they took the cholesterol pill Crestor, a large study found. 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For information on how to become a licensed Foreign Language Teacher, contact the School of Education at http://soe.ku.edu/prospective-students/teacher_education.php 2008 DIPLOMAT'S FORUM UN Ambassador Liu Zhenmin China's Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN "China's Perspectives on Challenges Facing the UN and the New American President" Friday, Nov. 14, 2008 ★ 4:30 p.m. Stinson Morrison Hecker Lecture Hall ★ 104 Green Hall University of Kansas School of Law ★ 1535 W. 15th St. FREE TO THE PUBLIC KU SCHOOL OF LAW The University KU SCHOOL OF LAW The University of Kansas 6A THE UNIVERSITY OF HARLY KANSAN ENTERTAINMENT Conceptis SudoKu | | 7 | 2 | 8 | | | 9 | | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 6 | 1 | | | | | 3 | 4 | | | | 9 | | | 4 | 5 | 2 | | | | 4 | 3 | | 9 | | 8 | | | | | 5 | | | | | | 9 | | | 4 | | 2 | 3 | | | 7 | | 6 | 1 | | | 2 | | | 5 | 4 | | | | | 8 | 3 | | | 9 | | | 3 | 1 | 6 | | 11/10 Answer to previous puzzle 2 1 4 6 7 5 9 8 3 6 8 7 9 2 3 4 5 1 3 9 5 4 1 8 2 7 6 5 4 1 8 6 2 3 9 7 7 6 2 1 3 9 5 4 8 8 3 9 5 4 7 1 6 2 1 5 6 3 8 4 7 2 9 4 2 3 7 9 6 8 1 5 9 7 8 2 5 1 6 3 4 Difficulty Level ★★★★ Difficulty Level ★ THE ADVENTURES OF JESUS AND JOE DIMAGGIO You ever wonder what he dreams about? I think I've got a pretty good idea. You ever wonder what he dreams about? I think I've got a pretty good idea. I figure it's about halfway between what they show at 2 AM on "Cinemax" and "The Crocodile Hunter." I figure it's about halfway between what they show at 2 AM on "Cinemax" and "The Crocodile Hunter." MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10.2008 What did you think of the election? another republican president in Kansas, oh well No. McCain didn't win. I heard he won Kansas That doesn't make him president of Kansas. That's a relief so the spot is still open? sure Charlie Hoogner CHICKEN STRIP HEY MAGNETO HEY JAKE, WATCH WATCHING? NOTHING, YOU CAN CHANGE IT. NODOOI THE TV! OH SYNHHHHH!... THAT'S MY MAGNETO! NUCLEAR FOREHEAD Jacob Burghart WORKING TITLE I, too, was looking forward to Nailin' Palin 2: Alaskan Booga loo. Does my vote cant for nothing? Sigh. I know, my friend. I, too, was looking forward to Nailin' Palin 2: Alaskan Booga loo. Does my vote can't for nothing? 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Yesterday's Cryptoquip: ON OCCASION, THE SHEPHERD HAS HEARD SOME ANNOYED AND DISGUSTED SHEEP CRYING "BAA, HUMBUG!" Today's Cryptoquip Clue: A equals Y Today's Cryptoquip Clue: A equals Y Play Kansan Trivia! Log on to Kansantrivia.com to answer! QUESTION: PRIZE: From 1946 to 1959, the space underneath Memorial Stadium's east wing served as what? $25 to Nordstrom's Need a hint? Visit: STUDENTS FOR KU.ORG - Guess the score of this weekend's football game for a chance to win passes to the all new AMC $ ^{®} $ Studio 30 featuring Fork & Screen $ ^{™} $ ! KU ENDOWMENT The University of Kansas Fill out the form and turn it in to the Kansan office, Stauffer-Flint Hall, Room 119. Each week,the 25 students with the closest guess will win a free movie pass. Or enter to win on kansan.com. Deadline for submissions is this Friday at 4:00 pm. This week's game KANSAS vs. TEXAS Game Score: V Name: ___ Phone Number: E-mail: KANSAN.com Fork & Screen Opening OCTOBER 31 STUDIO 30 amc 119th & I-35, Olathe, KS Visit AMCTheatres.com/Studio for more information. OPINION 7A MONDAY NOVEMBER 10,200 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN LETTER TO THE EDITOR Why I'm tired of hearing Republicans complain I was at the Dole Institute for Ray Strother's last lecture on the election. An older gentleman sitting behind me, sporting a "Sarah 2012" hat, was more than visibly upset about Tuesday's outcome. The man shrieked about how Obama had used foreign funds and stole the election. He wants stricter restrictions on donating to politics, like donors have to Americans (they do) and the public should be able to find out who they are (we can). To my fellow members of "the Jo" who are upset over the impending tax increase on their parents: Stop ignoring the financial crisis — we are in recession. Stop ignoring the needs of the people. There are those without food. Stop ignoring the needs of the world. The world needs hope. To all the "high schoolers" who blame Obama for this economic crisis: You are ridiculous. You have all forgotten about what a leader is supposed to do: provide hope and stability. Obama does that. The only way we're going to stabilize the market is by increasing aggregate demand, which means we need to decrease class disparity and obligate people to buy more perishable goods. Every time a stimulus package is aimed at the wealthiest for a trickle-down effect, it hasn't fulfilled either of those goals. Reaganomics is over. Deal with it. I am tired of listening to those of you who clearly did nothing to help/hurt either campaign. I did very little, but the Republicans I have heard complaining, I know did much less. Did you donate money? Did you donate your time? Based on the fact that I frequently hear about your latest romps at "The Wheel," I will assume no. America yearned for change, and unless you tried to stop it got over it. editorials around the world ASSOCIATED PRESS YES YES WE AWE HOPE AMERICANS IN TRAN for OBAMA Join us! https://my.barachobama.com/tm Americans reshaped their very history, born in freedom and slavery, by electing their first black president, in a gesture of reconciliation and redress that left many weeping with joy and relief. What Obama means for America's image In handing not only the White House but also Congress to the Democrats, they also rebuffed the powerful Republican neoconservative ideology that has dominated their political life since Ronald Reagan first won election back in 1980. Bush's serial incompetence has badly discredited an ideology that was notable for its indifference to the United Nations and its preference for hawkish unilateralism; its conviction that small government, unbridled markets and tax cuts are the answers to every problem; and its massive defense spending. This was America's And, of course, Obama's victory marks a generational break from the long-dominant Boomer generation. Never again will a politician admit, as John McCain did, that he or she can't use a computer. And, importantly for Americans, Obama is of the post-Vietnam generation. That means the sterile old debate about where politicians stood for or against the war, with anti-war activist Jane Fonda or not has now become a relic of the past. - The Toronto Star, Nov. 5 editorial resounding reply to Obama's call 48 hours before the vote: "I ask you to believe, not just in my ability to bring about change, but in yours." Americans celebrated themselves, as an admiring world looked on. World collectively breathes sigh of relief It is over. A record long presidential election campaign and a lengthy power vacuum in the White House. The period during which President George W. Bush was counted out became unusually long. It is probable that a lot of people sigh with relief today, even if they are disappointed with the result. But soon the White House will have a new resident, so won't it all return to what has become so ingrained? Won't George W. Bush's extended powerlessness become a parenthesis in the history of Washington's always powerful men? We cannot know yet. What we do know is that the lengthy vacuum in the White House has left traces all over the world: among bankrupt Icelandic banks, disappointed pension savers in Western Europe, among bombed out villagers in Afghanistan and among confined Palestinians in Gaza. — Dagens Nyheter, Stockholm, Sweden, Nov. 5 editorial HOW TO SUBMIT A LETTER TO THE EDITOR Send letters to opinion@kansan.com Write LETTER TO THE EDITOR in the e-mail subject line. Length: 300 words LETTER GUIDELINES The submission should include the author's name, grade and hometown. Find our full letter to the editor policy online at kansan.com/letters. CONTACT US Matt Erickson, editor 864-4810 or merickson@kansan.com Mark Dent, managing editor 864-4810 or mdent@kansan.com 864-4810 or dhburst@kansan.com Kelsey Hayes, managing editor 864-4810 or khayes@kansan.com Lauren Keith, opinion editor 864-4924 or keith@kansan.com Patrick De Oliveira, associate opinion editor 864-4924 or pdeoliveira@kansan.com Jordan Herrmann, business manager 864-4358 or jhermann@kansan.com Malcolm Gibson, general manager and news Toni Bergquist, sales manager 864-4477 or tbergquist@kansan.com THE EDITORIAL BOARD Members of the Kansai Editorial Board are Alex Doherty, Jenny Harter, Lauren Keith, Patrick de Olivaire, Ray Seegrebeth and Ian Stanford. Jon Schlitt, sales and marketing adviser THE EDITORIAL BOARD FROM THE DRAWING BOARD sarah PALIN 2012 TURNS OUT THE CONSERVATIVE MOVEMENT MAY ACTUALLY BE THIS HARD UP. WHO KNEW? MAXREINKEL Why students should come out from hiding THE CAMPUS VOTE ERIN BROWN Only 17 percent of the student body voted in the last Student Senate election. The fact that an overwhelming majority decided not to vote illustrates the problem of student political apathy. Student Senate has recognized that the current system does not inspire students to vote, and has created an Election Reform Committee to help address this problem. The Election Reform Committee passed part of a bill to limit campaign activities before Student Senate elections. The purpose of the bill was to put a limit on the intensity of campaigning for the sake of the student body and of the candidates. The limits on cam- paighing may also encourage more students to vote in Student Senate elections and potentially allow them to concentrate more on the issues. Student political apathy cannot be solved with one simple bill or one campaign. However, Student Senate is taking a step in the right direction by attempting to lessen the intensity of campaigning. By putting limits on campaign activities, Student Senate has created a balance between suffocating voters with too much information and allowing candidates to still get their message out. Campus political involvement should be a priority to students during their college careers. Many reasons exist as to why students do not participate in campus politics, and it would be impossible to address all the issues at once. Not only will this bill improve voter turnout by lessening campaign activity, but the new legislation will also encourage candidates to spend less time on petty advertising and more on addressing student concerns. Because candidates now have restrictions on campaigning, they will be forced to focus more on discussing issues and answering questions than on campaign slogans. I hope this new legislation results in higher turnout numbers for the next Student Senate election in April. Student Senate has taken the initiative to help lessen student political apathy and although this new legislation will not fix the problem, it is definitely a good start. However, one reason students might not vote is because they feel overwhelmed and annoyed by campaign activities, and therefore are turned off from voting. Brown is a Wichita sophomore in journalism and political science. How your rock collection could fix global warming I LICHEN THIS TO SCIENCE KATIE OBERTHALER In the world's increasing desperation, environmentally friendly practices can get a little weird. Some people have taken reduce, reuse, recycle to the extreme and are happy to proclaim that they use only one sheet of toilet paper, and other environmentalists have given up on toilets that's use water completely. But 1 found something that is potentially weierder. BRAD BECHTEL @ FLICKR.COM A study appearing in the early edition of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences announced last Wednesday that the rock peridotite is capable of absorbing large amounts of carbon dioxide naturally. Now, 10 years after I threw my last dolostone back into the murky neighborhood lake where I rescued it, rock collections are back in vogue. When exposed to carbon dioxide, peridotite forms calcium carbonate and magnesium carbonate rocks. Researchers from Columbia University discovered the rocks in the country of Oman during an expedition. Don't look for peridotite plus option at the gas station any time soon, though. How to harness this freebie to fix the environment is a geode still being cracked. them into the rock. This wouldn't be the first time carbon has been stored in the earth's cellar. One possibility is to capture carbon emissions, transport them to the rock formations and pump A common practice now is to pump carbon into underground aquifer, and a few years ago the Bush administration proposed capturing and pumping carbon dioxide emission into the deep ocean. Brushing our greenhouse gases under a coral reef carpet seemed like an innovative plan before considering the millions of organisms, some which we eat, that would suffer as a result. Scientists think they could expedite the reaction process by pumping cool sea water into the hot underground rock. The water acts as a catalyst for the carbon reaction by fracturing the rock, which exposes more of the rock's surface to the atmosphere. This would reduce costs of transporting carbon, and the naturally heated underground rock eliminates the need to heat the water beforehand. Some think that the rocks could potentially absorb up to 4 billion Enhancing nature may not be the most reliable solution to solving the climate crisis, though. Modifying nature for our own purposes has led to some inopportune consequences — I'm thinking of Velveta cheese. tons of carbon per year, a sizeable portion of the average 30 billion tons produced yearly worldwide. Yet, if this method works, it would provide a counterbalance to Oman's massive oil and gas production. Peridotite is a mixed blessing. It is not a panacea for climate woes. Our efforts should be definitely directed toward cutting back the impetus for making a carbon footprint, not wiping up our muddy shoes after the fact. Peridotite will reduce the amount of carbon in the air. It can't regenerate the ozone layer or decrease global temperatures immediately, but it will unload a few of the bullets in the industrial gun aimed at our feet. Oberthaler is a Wichita junior in English. 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Check out Free for All online. --- 8A NEWS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2008 Grand old flag THE FEDERAL HONOR Celebration of the Declaration of Independence Nicholas Brunkhorst, Mitchell, Neb., freshman, Alejandro Carrera, Allen, Texas, senior, and Cole Hanna, Overland Park freshman, retreat the flag in front of Hall on Friday afternoon as part of the Veteran's Day vigil organized by the Arnold Air Society and the KU College Veterans Association. Cadets from all three ROTC branches participated in the 24-hour vigil. JOIN THE BEST. We don’t appreciate laziness. In fact, we can’t stand it. The Kansan Advertising Staff is now hiring for the spring semester. We’re looking to hire the most driven students at KU for positions in advertising sales or design. Be a part of the best college advertising staff in the nation*, where the result of your hard work is success in the real world. Interested? Informational meetings will be held in mid November. (Date to be announced) Watch in the paper for more information. Attendance required to apply. Questions? Call 864-4358 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN ADVERTISING STAFF *Best Advertising Student Staff of the Year 2007 & 2008 Judged by College Newspaper Business and Advertising Managers, Inc. Interested? Informational meetings will be held in mid November. (Date to be announced) Watch in the paper for more information. Attendance required to apply. Questions? Call 864-4358 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN *Best Advertising Student Staff of the Year 2007 & 2008 Judged by College Newspaper Business and Advertising Managers, Inc. ADVERTISING STAFF Austin Plum Best Performance Award 2013-14 IRAQ B ASSOCIATED PRESS An Iraq policeman examines a car bomb that was detonated by U.S. military bomb technicians before it reached its target in Kirkuk, 180 miles north of Baghdad, Iraq. Sunday, Police said the would-be bombs were arrested on the scene. Bombs kill 8, wound dozens ASSOCIATED PRESS BAGHDAD — Bombs killed at least eight people Sunday across Iraq and wounded dozens of others, officials said. Syria's president blamed the U.S. military presence for Iraq's instability and called on U.S. troops to leave. In the northern city of Mosul, a roadside bomb ripped through an Iraqi army patrol soon after sundown, killing three soldiers and wounding four others, police said. U. S. and Iraqi troops have been fighting for months to clear alQaida in Iraq and about a dozen other Sunni insurgent groups from Mosul, Iraq's third largest city. To the south, a bomb attached to a bike wrapped in a trash bag exploded outside a cafe in Khalis, 50 miles (80 kilometers) north of Baghdad, killing at least two people and wounding 13, including the city mayor, police said. The cafe is located in a market area that includes a public health clinic and the precise target was unclear. Khalis is a mostly Shiite town surrounded by Sunni communities and was a hotbed of Sunni-Shiite fighting in 2006 and 2007. In Anbar province, a woman suicide bomber blew herself up at a hospital in Amiriyat al-Fallujah, a suburb of Fallujah, about 40 miles (65 kilometers) west of the capital. Talib al-Hassnawi, a member in Fallujah municipal council, said three people were killed and five were wounded. Police said the dead included two women and a 10-year-old girl. All the policemen spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not supposed to release the information. A car bomb was discovered Sunday behind the governor's office in the northern oil city of Kirkuk. Police became suspicious and summoned U.S. troops who cleared the area and detonated the vehicle without casualties, police Col. Taha Salahuddin said. Four men were arrested, he added. In Baghdad, six people. 一 7 ONE FREE of equal or lesser size including three policemen, were wounded by a roadside bomb in the eastern part of the city, the U.S. military said. 2345 Iowa 842-9359 1835 Massachusetts 843-3588 The violence comes two months after the U.S. handed control of Anbar province over to the Iraqis and shows that militants have still not given up the fight despite setbacks at the hands of U.S. and Iraqi forces. Coupon not valid with any other offer. Expires 11/30/2008 The attack in Amiriyat al-Fallujah occurred one day after a suicide bombing killed eight people and wounded 17 at a police checkpoint near Ramadi, about 25 miles (45 kilometers) to the west. The attacks occurred as Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki is studying the U.S. response to the government's request for changes in a draft security agreement that would keep U.S. troops in the country until the end of 2011. Iraq's parliament must approve the deal by the end of the year when the U.N. mandate under which U.S. forces operate here expires. Without an agreement or a new mandate, most all military operations will cease. The draft agreement that has drawn sharp criticism from Iraqi Shiite clerics and Shiite-dominated Iran. Tehran's closest Arab ally, Syria, lashed out against the pact Sunday. Syrian President Bashar Assad said U.S. troops contribute to regional instability and should pull out of Iraq as soon as possible. Assad pointed to a recent American cross-border raid into Syria as evidence that the U.S. will use Iraq as a base to attack its neighbors. G GET INVOLVED STAY INVOLVED Nathan A. Mack “Getting involved at KU has given me the practical skills and knowledge I need to succeed. As an alum, I’ll stay involved by attending programs and athletic events, by donating and by advocating for KU wherever I go.” Senior in linguistics and Russian, Lawrence, Kan. ORGANIZATIONAL INVOLVEMENT: Student Senate Student Union Activities Homecoming Steering Committee Senior Advisory Board Student Rights Committee Orientation Assistant KU Endowment and the KU Alumni Association want all students to know that students who get involved stay involved. KU ENDOWMENT The University of Kansas ALUMNI ASSOCIATION The University of Kansas 100% ROCK CRAI AYHWK KU ALUMNI ASSOCIATION The University of Kansas SAN 2008 SPORTS A GREAT NIGHT Kansas swimmers set season- and career bests on Friday night. SWIMMING | 3B MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2008 PAGE 1B COMMENTARY NEBRASKA 45, KANSAS 35 Soccer finds self in similar situation BY MARK DENT mdent@kansan.com SAN ANTONIO — As odd as it sounds, the painful scene that unfolded Friday had a strange familiarity to it, almost like a home video. Kansas had just lost to Missouri in penalty kicks, and goalkeeper Stephanie Baugh sat in the corner of the goal, cradling her legs and facing the right post. She finally got up after a few teammates and trainers comforted her. At midfield, a minute after she missed a penalty kick, Julie Hanley sat there helpless, head in her arms. She was the last one to walk off the field and join the postgame huddle. "It sucks to lose like that," Francis told his players, a few of them crying. The grief was real. But ordinary. This routine scene of tears and disappointment happens too often for Kansas soccer. For the third time in four years, the Jayhawks sustained a crushing loss in the Big 12 Tournament and will have to wait to find out if their season will continue. Right now, this year's team is nearing the end of the waiting stage. They waited at their hotel in San Antonio on Friday night, on the plane ride back home on Saturday, on their day off on Sunday. Now it's Monday. The day they find out, Tonight the NCAA Tournament Selection Committee decides if it wants to give Kansas its first spot in the tourney since 2004 or if it wants to leave the team feeling more heartbreak than it did on Friday. The layhawks deserve a bid. They beat Texas A&M twice and won at then-ranked Central Florida, and played in one of the top leagues in the country. They had an RPI of 40 as of last week, before they beat Texas A&M a second time and got their 12th victory. Yes, the all-important 12th victory. It's a magic number for Francis. "I'll be very surprised if we don't get in the tournament, very surprised," Francis said. "It would be a travesty if we don't." He spoke Friday a few minutes after the loss to Missouri. Like the scene of tears, his words were an echo from the past. Three years ago, he was sure his team would make the NCAA Tournament. They were 11-7-2. They tied for second place in the conference. Theyhad Caroline Smith, a senior All-American and the greatest player in KU history. He was so sure they'd make it that the team had a watch party for the selection show. So on a Monday evening in November, reporters and players crowded into the Memorial Stadium press box. They watched as the Selection Committee made its picks. Five teams from the Big 12 got their name called — Texas A&M, Iowa State, Nebraska, Colorado and Texas, which lost its only meeting with Kansas and finished with a worse record. Francis would tell reporters that up until the final choice, he believed. Then reality set in. Kansas didn't make it. The team filed out in silence. The next year the Jayhawks went 11-7-2 and lost in penalty kicks in the first round of the conference tournament. Francis didn't bother to schedule a watch party. He alerted the team by text message, saying they didn't make the tournament. That was it. Now the Jayhawks are back on the bubble, in that place where one opinion on the Selection Committee can mean the difference between tears and joy. They're the sixth best team in the conference. No more than five Big 12 SEEDENT ON PAGE 7B A PAINFUL LOSS IN LINCOLN 80 KABAS Sophomore receiver Dezmon Briscoe makes a leaping catch on Kansas' second drive of the game which set up a Kerry Meier touchdown pass to tie the game at 7-1. Briscoe had 176 yards receiving on six catches for one touchdown. Kansas lost 45-35 Saturday afternoon against Nebraska. Weston White/KANSAN After Saturday's defeat, Kansas loses grasp on Big 12 North Title chase BY B.J. RAINS rains@kansan.com LINCOLN, Neb. — Trying to win in Lincoln for the first time in 40 years, Kansas did on Saturday what it did in several of the 19 straight previous losses — let it slowly slip from its grasp after entering the fourth quarter with a chance to win the game. In the end, it was a crushing 45-35 loss to the Cornhuskers that dropped the Jayhawks to 6-4 overall and 3-3 in conference play. So the streak continues, but the Jayhawks' realistic chances of a Big 12 North title do not. "We could have made it a whole lot easier on ourselves if we could have won this game," wide receiver Dezmon Briscoe said. "We still have a shot if we beat Texas and Missouri, but we just made it tougher on ourselves." Indeed, Kansas will need to defeat both Texas and Missouri in back-to-back games and then hope that Nebraska loses one of its final two games to sneak into the Big 12 title game — a pretty improbable task considering the layhawks' inability to stop almost anyone right now and with two of the nation's top offenses waiting in the distance. A week after limiting Kansas State quarterback Josh Freeman to just 207 passing yards, the Kansas defense again looked like the one that gave up record breaking days to both Oklahoma and Texas Tech in recent weeks. SEE FOOTBALL ON PAGE 4B MEN'S BASKETBALL Self predicts foul trouble, Marcus Morris proves him right Self predi Coach plans to work on team's problem before Tuesday's game BY CASE KEEFER ckeefer@kansan.com Marcus Morris once fouled out of a Pennsylvania high school playoff game because the referee erroneously credited him with a foul his twin brother Markieff committed. Unfortunately for Marcus, referee Steve Welmer and his crew didn't make any identity mistakes in Kansas' 98-79 exhibition victory against Washburn last Tuesday. Marcus fouled out in only seven minutes all by himself. Fouling five times in seven minutes may have surprised Marcus, but Kansas coach Bill Self knew it was going to happen. In the two weeks of practice leading up to the game, Self told the Morris twins repeatedly they could foul out quickly in the game. "I felt like I played so much longer," Marcus said. "I didn't believe him," Marcus said. "Until the game, after the game." Self suspected his team was ignoring the message. He was right. There was no denying it then. Marcus said he thought he put his hands on the Ichabod frontline players too often. Or maybe, he was just too physical in general. "I think it was kind of humbling to see that it happened exactly the way that we warned it would," Self said. "I think it's a great teaching point." Whatever it was, Marcus couldn't believe he fouled out that quickly. It certainly never happened in high school or last season at prep school. ICHABON 10 SEE BASKETBALL ON PAGE 7B Jon Goering/KANSAN Sophomore center Cole Aldrich steps out to defend Washburn forward William McNeill during Tuesday night's game at Allen Fieldhouse. Aldrich finished with three fouls. 2B THE UNIVERSITY JANY KANSAN SPORTS MONDAY NOVEMBER 10.2008 quote of the day "I'm still trying to figure out how long 12 weeks is going to be and, really, what I'm going to do with myself." Former Kansas guard Kirk Hinrich Former Jayhawk Kirk Hinrich tore a ligament in his right thumb on Friday against the Phoenix Suns. Hinrich will miss up to three months of action. trivia of the day Q: How many points per game did Kirk Hinrich average during the 2007-2008 season? A: 12 points per game. ku sports this week Monday No Events Scheduled Tuesday Men's Basketball: Emporia State (Exh.), 7 p.m. (Lawrence) Wednesday Women's Volleyball: Oklahoma, p. n. (Mormon, Okla.) Thursday No Events Scheduled Friday Friday Women's Basketball: Sacred Heart, 7 p.m. (Lawrence) Saturday Saturday Football: Texas, 11:30 a.m. (Lawrence) Women's Swimming: Nebraska- ka-Omaha, 2 p.m. (Omaha, Neb.) Women's Volleyball: Nebraska, 7 p.m. (Lawrence) Cross Country: Midwest Regional Championships, TBA (Stillwater, Okla.) Ladies and Gentlemen: Morning Brew List Mania BY MARK DENT mdent@kansan.com Last week, my friend and boss, Matt Erickson, mentioned how Kansas City Star columnist Joe Posnanski used to make list columns every couple weeks in his first year on the job. I had no idea. So I looked some up in the archives. I liked them. And it got me to thinking. I should do one. And second, you readers are probably smarter and cleverer than I am. So, send a list to morningbrew@kansan.com if you have a cool idea. If it's the best one of the week, The Morning Brew will publish it. Now, in honor of Posnanski, here is the first-ever Morning Brew Three goals for KU football against Texas List Mania. 2. Have Mark Mangino talk about three letters after the game, the B . . . C . . . S 1. Not give up 52 points in the first half 3. Win. Hey, it could happen. Four coaches K-State could realistically hire who are better than Ron Prince 1. Exiled Dennis Franchione 2. Retired Bill Snyder 3. Dillon High's Eric Taylor 4. Anyone with a clipboard The five best Christmas songs (KUDL and Star 102 are playing Christmas music continuously) 1. "Christmas Shoes" NewSong 2. "Gloria" Michael W. Smith 4. "Happy Holidays" Andry music continuously) L "Christmas Shoes" NewSong 3. "Same Auld Lang Syne" Dan Fogelberg 2. "Gloria" Michael W. Smith 3. "Same Asld J 5. "God Rest Ye Merry Gentleman" Barenaked Ladies and Sarah McLachlan Williams Three names better than Oklahoma City Thunder 1. The Oklahoma "City" 1. The Oklahoma City 2. Oklahoma City Barons 3. Oklahoma City Fighting Bill Pullmans Three people actually watching the NBA right now 1. Ahmad Rashad 2. The woman who used to be on NBA Inside Stuff with Ahmad Rashad 3. Frankie Muniz 1. "Murphy Brown" re-runs 2. "Two and a Half Men" 3. "CSI Branson, Mo" Three shows that are still better to watch than early-season NBA Interlude: So get this. While searching for TV shows on Google, I stumbled across an old show called "The Secret Diary of Desmond Pfeiffer." It was on UPN 10 years ago and was a comedy about a black British man who became Abe Lincoln's butler. It made fun of slavery. It was definitely not better than early season NBA. Four things George W. Bush will do until Barack Obama takes over 2. Golf 1. Nap THE MORNING BREW 4. Count down the days until Garrison Keillor no longer calls him the Current Occupant. 1. If Bush naps, plays golf and just follows his advisers the next two months, will it be any different than the last eight years? 3. Let Dick Cheney do everything. Questions 2. Wouldn't it be nice if somehow Angel Goodrich's knee healed? 3. Whatever happened to Free Coffee Mondays at McDonalds? 4. How does the guy who drives the snowplow get to work? 5. Can Tyrel Reed shoot like he did last week every game? 6. If T.I. could give you whatever you like, what would you like? — Edited by Arthur Hur Let's get wet! S Members of the KU Swimming & Diving team participate in a group huddle and chant before Friday night's meet against the Drury Panthers in Robinson Natatorium. KICK THE KANSAN: WEEKTEN Pick games. Beat the Kansan staff. Get your name in the paper. This week's games: No.3 Texas at Kansas No. 5 Texas at Kansas No. 10 Georgia at Auburn No.16 North Carolina at Maryland No. 17 Brigham Young at Air Force PHE MARKETING Texas A&M at Baylor Minnesota at Wisconsin Northwestern at Michigan Northwestern at Michigan No.24 Wake Forest at North Carolina State Name: E-mail: Year in school: 3) Beat the Kansan's best prognosticator and get your name in the paper. 1) Only KU students are eligible. 2) Give your name, e-mail, year in school and hometown Hometown: 4) Beat all your peers and get your picture and picks in the paper next to the Kansan staff. 5) To break ties, pick the score of the designated game. 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The lashwavs have one more dual meet before winter break Kansas tops Division II Drury BY ADAM SAMSON asamson@kansan.com The No. 23 Kansas lajhawys overpowered the Division II powerhouse Drury Panthers in the pool Friday night, as well as the Evansville Purple Aces on Saturday afternoon. In a meet where KU swimmers turned in 24 top performances either reaching goal times or had inseason bests, the Jayhawks defeated the Panthers 140-88. "There will be plenty of D-I teams that we'll see this year that aren't as good as Drury," swimming coach Clark Campbell said. "They are a very good program and they're going to contend for a national title which is really cool." The Kansas women's swimming and diving team began Friday night with a victory in the 200-yard medley relay (1:44.29), consisting of sophomore Julia Kuzhil, senior Danielle Herrmann, senior Ashley Leidigh and senior Maria Mayrovich. Herrmann swam a career-best time in the 200-yard freestyle (1:51.01) although the 200-yard freestyle was a great performance to help improve her freestyle for the individual medley. "Danielle's lifetime best was a big step for her," Campbell said. "What it does is it helps give her confidence in the freestyle portion of the IM and we also know that we're going to put her on the freestyle relays." Herrmann's victory in the 200- yard freestyle with junior Emily Lanteigne and senior Anne Liggett, helped KU women sweep the event, finishing 1-2-3. Sophomore Amanda Maez turned in an outstanding performance in the 50-yard freestyle with a season-best time of 24.45 seconds. Maez touched out Eunate Garro of Drury by 06 seconds to earn a first-pace victory. "Drurry's two 50 free swimmers are really good so I was happy to see Amanda step up and get that victory," Campbell said. "When Maria graduates, we're going to need Amanda and Erin Goetz to step up and take over a leadership role in the sprint freestyle's." The Jayhawks repeated the 1-2-3 finish in the 400-yard individual medley where sophomore joy Bunting took first place with a time of 4:27.59, followed by freshman Stephanie Payne and sophomore Alyssa Potter. In 3-meter diving, sophomore Erin Mertz had a stellar performance, winning with a final score of 325.20, while junior Meg Proehl finished second at 273.15. Both Goetz and Mayrovich achieved season bests in the 100-yard freestyle, with Mayrovich winning the event with a time of 50.32 Kuzhi pulled out a close victory in the 100-yard backstroke against Drury's Janelle Slattery. seconds and Goetz finishing third. Junior Emily Lanteigne and senior Kendall Matous were close to their season beats in the 500-yard freestyle finishing first and fourth respectively, while senior Anne Liggett finished third and achieved an in-season best. Proehl and Mertz flip-flipped in the 1-meter diving event as Proehl took first with a score of 289.72 and Mertz finished with a score of 273.07. The swimmers and divers are transitioning into their second phase of training. "Usually everybody's mind set is that you have to go in and work hard to prepare us for the next part of the meet season," Bunting said. "Meets over and over again is very tiring for us." Bunting is excited to get started on the second phase of training. On Saturday afternoon Kansas had no problem winning events, taking first place in 11 of the 13 events. KU defeated Evansville 132-95. Next up for Kansas is a dual meet against Nebraska-Omaha at 2 p.m. on Saturday in Omaha. This will wrap up the dual meet season for the Jayhawk until after winter break. Edited by Arthur Hur Team notches second sweep Victory gives Jayhawks confidence, momentum at end VOLLEYBALL BY JOSH BOWE jbowe@kansan.com After not having a sweep in a little over a month-and-a-half, Kansas has had two in a row, and freshman setter Nicole Tate could get used to this sort of thing. "I kind of like it," Tate said with a smile. "We get done pretty fast. It's good." Fast might have been an understatement. The Jay hawks (1 2 - 1 2, 6-9) could have played another match after Tate "We're gaining a little bit competitive confidence, a little momentum to next week," coach Ray Bechard said. disposing the Red Raiders (5-21, 0-15) in three sets (25-15, 25-10, 25-22) in only an hour and ten minutes. It was by far the fastest and most impressive victory for Kansas all year. Kansas was firing on all cylinders for a majority of the match. their hitters all night." Bechard said. "We forced them to hit shots they didn't want to hit." Offensively, Kansas looked as comfortable as it's been all year. Except for a sluggish third set, the Jayhawks maintained their tempo during sets one and two, hitting .419. Kansas had only one player, sophomore outside hitter Karina Garlington, hit for at least 10 kills, but five players in all had at least five kills. If there was one low point for the offense, it was the balance. While five players did get at least five kills, senior middle blocker Natalie Uhart only had six kill attempts. "We've got some kids hitting some high efficiencies that aren't getting the ball very much," Bechard said. "But when Garlington is going like she is, you got to make that happen too." Tate holds the burden of getting those players involved. But with how bad the jayhawk offense was playing a week ago, Tate has done a better job of controlling the offense. A third set rally from Texas Tech made the score a lot closer than the match really was. The Red Raiders were never in the game and looked over-matched the "We were just determined to "We're gaining a little bit competitive confidence,a little momentum to next week." RAY BECHARD Head coach get back on tate." Tate said. "I just have to stay more consistent and distribute the ball better." Bechard also mentioned how impressed he was with his team's execution of its game plan. It would have been easy for Kansas to overlook a Texas Tech team that hasn't won since September, but Junior middle blocker Brittany Williams knows that every team "Our blockers were in front of first two sets. An impressive showing from the Kansas blockers in set two limited Texas Tech to a negative .233 hitting percentage. notes KANSAS STARTS STRONG Kansas played its best set of the season to open things up against the Red Raiders. Josh Bowe After having problems with the first set during October, Kansas seems to have figured things out within the last two weeks. Kansas hit .522 with only one hitting error, compared with .100 for Texas Tech. "Especially since it's getting down to the end of the season that's what we really need," Tate said. "Going into Oklahoma next week and Nebraska, that is something we desperately need." There is still a lot of volleyball left and next week Kansas will play Nebraska at home and any confidence the Jayhawks can gain before that will be great. in the Big 12 can be a threat TOWNSEND STILL OUT OF ACTION Sophomore defensive specialist Mel Townsend did not suit up against Texas Tech. Her cast has been removed from her recovering right wrist. Townsend might see some action against Oklahoma in small doses. "I think every team in the Big 12 you have to respect them," Williams said. 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ERNST & YOUNG Quality In Everything We Do 4B NEBRASKA 45, KANSAS 35 THE UNIVERSITY DARY KANSAN MONDAY NOVEMBER 10, 2008 88 LARBAS Wilson Sophomore receiver Dezmon Briscoe has the ball knocked out of his hands late in the fourth quarter. Nebraska recovered the fumble, but the play was ruled an incomplete pass by the officials although it appeared as if Briscoe had possession of the ball. 81 KU 26 LINCOLN Russell Brorsen (left) celebrates with Phillip Strozier after recovering a fumble forced by James Holt when Holt stripped the ball loose from Nebraska quarterback Joe Ganz. Kansas fell short of a win in Lincoln losing 45-35 to the Cornhuskers. Weston White/KANSAN Nebraska 45, Kansas 35
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Passing Yards304328
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Kansas Nebraska Rushing ATT YDS AVG. TD Rushing Jake Sharp 22 90 4.1 1 Roy Helu Jr. Todd Reesing 16 35 2.2 1 Passing COMP/ATT YDS TD INT Passing Todd Reesing 15/30 304 3 1 Joe Ganz Receiving No. YDS TD Receiving Dezmon Briscoe 6 176 1 Nate Swift Kerry Meier 3 52 1 Roy Helu Jr. KU #1 KU COLLEGE FOOTBALL KEIRI November 15 Champion Foam Finger BUILD A FA *One item per person, while supplies last, on game day only* GET FRE KU GEA Visit the KU Bookstores at the Kansas Union, Level 2, each home day to receive a FREE KU item*. Each week when you collect your FREE item, you can also take advantage of a unique SALE item. a punch card from a Football Fan Guide, at kubbooks.com, at Kansas Union store, and become the ultimate fan – for FREEL! NER a game So ge r in th THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN MONDAY NOVEMBER 10 2000 MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10,2008 NEBRASKA 45, KANSAS 35 g 12) A E A I will provide a detailed description of the image content. Weston White/KANSAN NU REGAINS RESPECT Despite injuries, Nebraska QB Joe Ganz made plays boosting team's morale FOOTBALLWRAPUP Huskers lingered on the field and danced around while fans started chants for each of their conquering heroes as they jogged off into the frigid night. It might have been a bit much, but success-starved fans in Lincoln appreciated what the victory meant. BY TAYLOR BERN tbern@kansan.com each home collect your ALLEE iss.com. FREE! LINCOLN, Neb. — Judging by the postgame celebration in Memorial Stadium, one could think that Nebraska just won the Big 12 title. Nebraska is now bowl eligible — it seems destined for the Sun Bowl — and with closing games at Kansas State and against Colorado, an 8-4 record is possible. Saturday's victory averted any doomsday scenarios and cleared the nightmares of last week's 62-28 blowout at Oklahoma. "It's about the kids on this football team and they needed this," coach Bo Pelini said. "They were heartbroken after what happened last weekend and I wanted it for them." Quarterback Joe Ganz has hobbled by an ankle injury in the second quarter and a banged-up knee in the third. Limping badly up to the line of scrimmage, Ganz rarely showed signs of injury once the plav started. Pelini and Ganz each believe they would win that fictional sideline fight. Ganz even joked that the other 113 players would help him take Pelini down in order for him to stay in the game. "Joe's the man," Pelini said. "You'd have to scrape him off the field to get him out of there. He would have fought me before he would have let me take him out." That's the kind of postgame fun you earn with a hard fought victory. And some trickery. Nebraska reached into its bag of tricks for three atypical plays and each one gained either a first down or touchdown. On their second drive of the game, the Cornhuskers pushed the ball down to the four-yard line. Once there, running back Marlon Lucky took a direct snap, faked a run with a hard step forward then pulled up for a touchdown jump pass to Mike McNeill. In the fourth quarter, Kansas cut its deficit to 31-28 with a nine play, 80-yard drive. Nebraska's response was big, to say the least. frenzy and its released hundreds of red balloons in celebration. "Everybody gives me a hard time, but I think personally I have good hands for a big guy," Suh said. The touchdown put a cherry on his day, which also included a career high in tackles (12) and sacks (2.5). The final trick came on Nebraska's final scoring drive. Ganz drove down to Kansas' 2-yard line, and in marched 300-pound defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh. The Huskers used Suh as a lead blocker for one of Roy Helu Jr's two touchdown runs earlier, and it appeared he would reprise the role. On fourth and eight, kicker Alex Henery lined up for a 37-yard field goal attempt. Instead of kicking it he took a flip pass for a nine-yard gain and a first down. Henery fumbled on the play but recovered it. Five plays later Ganz hit Nate Swift to make the score 45-28. The play sent the crowd into a After Helu gained no yards on first down, however, Pelini called the big man's number and he was wide open for a touchdown reception. Suh said he was never worried about dropping the pass. "We just wanted to come out and try to regain some of that respect that Kansas may have lost for us as a program," Potter said. "We're still Nebraska and they're still Kansas." Quarterback Iodd Reesing was under fire all game, getting sacked five times and taking some brutal hits by the Nebraska defense. He was unable to talk to the media after the game because he was receiving treatment from the team's medical staff but coach Mark Mangino thought Reesing would be fine. "Hopefully its nothing real serious," Mangino said. "I don't think it is. I think he'll be OK." Nebraska's defense hasn't practiced with its famed black shirts all season and surrendering 422 yards and 35 points won't get them back, but they did make a few stilting plays. REESING BANGED UP Besides Suh's monster game, defensive end Zach Potter also came up big. On the first play from scrimmage following Suh's touchdown, Potter snared Todd Reesing's pass from the air for an interception. TRICKERY DOESN'T WORK Last year Nebraska lost 76-39 in Lawrence, and Potter said it felt good to end that trick. COLD CONDITIONS After practicing for most of the week with sunny skies and temperatures near 70 degrees, Kansas was treated to a kickoff temperature of 35 degrees on Saturday with winds of more than 20 miles per hour. The brutal conditions didn't seem to affect either team or the 85,486 fans who packed into Memorial Stadium for the 296th consecutive sellout. Alonzo Rojas' punt went for just 27 yards and Nebraska running back Roy Helo Jr. scored on a 52-yard run on the next play to put the Cornhuskers up by 10 and essentially seal the game for NU. Trailing by three entering the fourth quarter, Kansas had a second down and one at its own 32-yard line. Instead of running Jake Sharp to get the first down, Kansas tried a reverse to wide receiver Kerry Meier. Meier was tackled for a loss of seven yards and Kansas had to punt after an incomplete pass on third down. Kansas tried to come back but the margin was too great. "They caught us in a good call!" Mangino said. "If that linebacker doesn't come over the top, their whole defense is into the boundary and we've got a big play. But credit to him, he made a good football play." football notes B. J. Rains Nebraska quarterback Joe Ganz passed for 324 yards and three touchdowns and running back Roy Helu Jr. had 115 yards and two touchdowns, including a back-breaking 52-yard touchdown scamper early through the fourth quarter that put Nebraska up by 10 points and sent many of the 85,000 freezing fans into a frenzy. FOOTBALL (CONTINUED FROM 1B) After being tied 14-14 at halftime, the Kansas defense struggled to even slow down the Nebraska offense. The Cornhuskers scored on five of six second-half possessions and led by as many as 17 in the fourth quarter before a late Kansas score brought the final margin to 10 points. "The things that we said we had to do today, we did not do," coach Mark Mangino said. "We said all week that we had to stop their run, and we did not do that effectively, at least not in key situations. We said that we had to run the ball well, and we did not do that. Their defensive line disrupted our run game." The offensive line, which seemed to gel during the Kansas State game, got manhandled up front by the Cornhusner front four. Running back Jake Sharp finished with 90 yards and a touchdown on 22 carries, but had just 29 vards on 11 carries in the first half. The line struggled to protect quarterback Todd Reesing, who was flushed from the pocket several times and took a couple of brutal hits that kept him from speaking with the media afterwards while he received treatment from the medical staff. Kansas won the turnover battle 4-1 but couldn't take advantage of the Cornhusker miscues. The Jayhawks had a fourth down stop, a James Holt interception and a fumble recovery — all in the first half — but weren't able to turn any of them into points. "I've never seen him on the turf as much as he was today," Briscoe said of Reesing. "But there's a first time for everything." "We're going to show up and play both of them," Mangino said. "And we're going to play hard and see what happens. Two good football teams, but we're good enough if we play well that we can stand with anybody. We'll be ready to go against Texas. We're disappointed but not discouraged." The layhawks entered the fourth quarter down by three points, but Reesing had completed just eight passes on 14 attempts. Reesing finished 15-30 for 304 yards and three scores but was sacked five times and had a costly interception in the fourth. Kansas now sits in third place in the Big 12 North standings and needs a miracle to reach the goal for their season, the Big 12 Nnth title. And with their title hopes all but gone, Kansas now has two top-15 teams awaiting on the schedule. "You have to have takeaways to have a chance, especially on the road," Mangino said. "But at the end of the day, when you have takeaways like that, you like to think you're going to win the game." Edited by Ramsey Cox ATT YDS AVG. TD 16 115 7.2 2 — Edited by Rachel Burchfield COMP/ATT YDS TD INT 28/37 324 3 1 No. YDS TD 7 111 1 8 61 0 IT WAS OVER WHEN... VIEW FROM THE PRESSBOX Joe Ganz hit Nate Swift for a 14-yard score with 3:48 remaining. The touchdown pushed the score to 45-28 and Nebraska easily withstood Kansas's last-ditch effort in the final minutes. GAME BALL GOES TO... "Their defensive line is probably the strongest part of their football team. They're very good, anyone that's played them knows that. We needed to be able to get some runs on the inside, take some pressure off the quarterback in the pocket, and we were not able to do that." GAME TO FORGET... Kansas' offensive line. The Nebraska defensive line terrorized Kansas all game and sacked Troy Reeseing five times. The Jayhawks' front don't open many holes for the rushing game and looked very overmatched UP TO 30% OFF! OUOTABLE. GAME TO FORGET... 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THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN 6B SPORTS NFL an Diego trips up Kansas City in final minute MONDAY. NOVEMBER 10,2008 Chargers defeat Chiefs 20-19 at home Saturday BY BERNIE WILSON ASSOCIATED PRESS SAN DIEGO — This wasn't about changing defensive coordinators in midseason. It was about making a play that quite possibly saved the San Diego Chargers' season. Burned by a pass interference call and then a touchdown catch by star tight end Tony Gonzalez, strong safety Clinton Hart swatted away Tyler Thipper's 2-point conversion pass intended for Gonzalez with 23 seconds left to preserve the Chargers' 20-19 win over the lowly but scrappy Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday. "As the call happened, I said to myself, I wasn't going to let him score this 2-point conversion;" Hart said. "We knew they were going for the win. Denver did it, and I guess they figured they could do it. But surprise, surprise, we stood up am made a difference". Hart said. 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For more information go to www.business.ku.edu/news THE UNIVERSITY DAIRY KANSAN MONDAY NOVEMBER 10,2008 MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10,2008 SPORTS 7B WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Eyes on the prize BY DANNY NORDSTROM dnordstrom@kansan.com Sophomore center Krysten Boogaard hasn't been as consistent as coach Bonnie Henrickson would like. Sunday was a good day for Boogaard. "She's been on off, and I can't tell you that she's had two good days back to back." Henrickson said. She had a double-double, scoring 16 points and snagging 10 rebounds for the Jayhawks in a 67-51 victory against Washburn. "She's our go-to player," junior guard Sade Morris said. "It's very important for us to get her the ball, because she can score so easily." Morris aided Kansas, scoring 14 points with five assists in the Jayhawks' final exhibition game of the season. The offensive play by Morris and junior guard Danielle McCray, who also scored 16 points with 10 rebounds, was crucial for Kansas as the team defeated a formidable Washburn team. The Jayhawks' inside play and aggressive defense won them the game in the second half as they made several dramatic scoring runs. The Jayhawks started off sloppy with several early turnovers and poor shot selection. After a nice drive by junior guard LaChelda Jacobs, however, the Jayhawks settled down, converting on their next few possessions. Washburn battled back, trading baskets with Kansas and keeping the game close. A turnover by Krysten Boogaard gave the Lady Blues three fast-break points to take the lead 19-18 eight minutes into the game. Boogaardimmediatelyredeemed herself, converting on Kansas' next two possessions. Her four first-half points sparked an 8-0 Kansas run, making the score 26-19 with five minutes left in the first half. The Lady Blues responded, though, with a 9-2 run to tie the score 28-28 at the half. Kansas came out strong in the second half and captured the momentum from the beginning, scoring nine unanswered points to make the score 37-28. Washburn fought back to within two points, but the Jayhawks stepped up again, going on an exciting 17-2 run thanks to the aggressive defense of senior guard Kelly Kohn and solid inside play by Boogaard. "I think Kelly really came in on the defensive end and kind of sparked the defense," Boogaard said. "She got a lot of steals and a lot of deflections." The score was 60-43 with four and a half minutes left in the game and the Jayhawks sailed to a 2-0 preseason record with a final score of 67-51. Henrickson said the game's back-and-forth momentum kept her on the edge of her seat. "It's tied, and then we make a run and they come back," she said. "I was disappointed that we didn't get the lead to 20." Kansas opens regular season play at 7 p.m. Friday against Sacred Heart. "We have our eye on the prize of getting to the NCAA Tournament," Morris said. "We have to take every game one at a time, and even though it's a long season, we just have to stay together and play as a team." Edited by Adam Mowder DENT (CONTINUED FROM 1B) teams have made the NCAA Tournament in the last three Francis is still confident. He's already scheduled practice for Monday afternoon and told his team to expect to play this weekend. If he's right, an entire roster will get its first taste of the NCAA Tournament. If he's wrong, well, we all know how that scene unfolds. Edited by Ramsey Cox Free Law Forum Think about Law. Meet with admissions officers. Get inside tips from law school experts. Gain invaluable admissions and career information at a panel discussion. Monday, November 17th 6:00 PM | Lawrence Kaplan Center Jon Goerina/KANSAN Parents Include Associate Dean for Student Affairs, KU School of Law Director of Admissions, Washburn School of Law Assistant Attorney General of Kansas, KU School of Law alum 1L student, Washburn School of Law Panelists include: Space is limited! Call 1-800-KAPTEST or visit kaptest.com/law to register today. TEST PREP AND ADMISSIONS Although Marcus Morris was the chief offender, he wasn't the only lajayhawk big man to get into foul trouble. Both Markieff Morris and sophomore center Cole Aldrich recorded two fouls in the first half, which prompted Self to use a small lineup in the final two minutes before halftime. (CONTINUED FROM 1B) Markieff and Aldrich finished with three fouls each. Senior center Matt Kleinmann even added two fouls in six minutes. KAPLAN Aldrich said it took awhile for young players to get comfortable with playing defense at the collegiate level. It requires making quick decisions such as whether or not to attempt to block a shot, according to Aldrich. Self knows his team can't foul that much if it wants to be successful in the regular season. Aldrich doesn't think it will be a problem for the hawkies. He attributed the foul trouble to the fact that it was, after all, the first game of the season. His players agree. 1-800-KAP-TEST kaptest.com/law BASKETBALL Marcus Morris, meanwhile, wants to make amends for his forgettable game against Washburn. Self's relieved the problem appeared in an exhibition game. That way, it can be addressed before the actual season. "Great thing that one didn't count," Marcus said. "You've got to play smart and say, Well. should I go after that shot or just wall up and play strong?" Aldrich said. "It's kind of tough." Neither does the next one, though. Kansas finishes off its exhibition slate against Emporia State Tuesday night. Self expects Kansas to begin to fix its foul problems in the game against the Hornets. "I know it probably doesn't seem like I played hard just because of my foul trouble," Marcus said. "I'm going to play a lot harder, keep my hands to myself and play disciplined." 1 XX M Get Math & Science problems solved 24/7! Send your Math & Science problems online and receive fully worked answers FAST! Struggling in your Math & Science Classes? Get a FREE price quote at www.allleveltutoring.com (Click on the Solution Center at All Level Tutoring) Junior guard and forward Danielle McCray takes a shot to the rim during Sunday's game against Washburn. McCray recorded 16 points, 10 boards and six steals in the game. 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Tyler Waugh/KANSAN BY ANDREW WIEBE awiebe@kansan.com SAN ANTONIO — In the days leading up to the Big 12 Tournament, coach Mark Francis asked his team who wanted the ball if the game came down to penalty kicks. On Friday night, tied 1-1 with No.20 Missouri and with spotkicks looming, Francis asked again. He wanted to be sure nobody's nerves had gotten the best of them. "If they don't want to take one, then you don't want them taking one," Francis said. "A lot of it just comes down to confidence." In the end, it came down to a mixture of confidence, skill and pure luck as Missouri converted four attempts from the penalty spot to Kansas' three, advancing to yesterday's Big 12 final against Colorado and forcing Francis' team to wait until tonight to learn its NCAA Tournament fate. The Jayhawks (12-7-2) took an early advantage when senior goalkeeper Stephanie Baugh, substituted specifically for the shootout, got a hand on the Tiger's first attempt to push it past the post. But Missouri converted its next four attempts, and sophomore midfielder Sarah Salazar and junior goalkeeper Julie Hanley each had their shots saved to prevent Kansas from playing in its first Big 12 Tournament final. "It always sucks losing in penalty kicks because, as coach said, it's a lottery when you are up there," junior Monica Dolinsky said. "You have to be brave to take a kick. You don't blame anyone so we just have to go from here." The result goes down as a tie rather than a loss, which could benefit the Jayhawks when the 64-team NCAA Tournament field is announced tonight at 7 p.m. on ESPNews. Kansas is 40th in RPI in the latest national rankings and has played 10 ranked teams this season, finishing with a 4-5-1 record. "I'll be very surprised if you don't get in the tournament, very surprised", Francis said, "It would a travesty if we don't." A bit of luck followed by a piece of spectacular skill from Dolinsky gave Kansas the lead in the seventh minute. Junior forward Shannon McCabe chipped a cross into the middle of the box, and Missouri's poor clearance fell to Dolinsky, who settled under pressure and pulled the trigger from 18 yards. Her shot found the top-right corner, dipping under the crossbar and just past the outstretched arms of goalkeeper Tasha Dittamore. The goal gave Dolinsky 27 points on the year, tied for the fourth-highest total in program history. Kansas nearly added a second when Dolinsky and freshman forward Kortney Clifton caught Missouri's defense off guard with some dead-ball trickery. With the ball spotted 28 yards from the goal, Dolinsky feigned a shot and laid the ball off to Clifton, who was running free past the wall. The Wichita native took one touch but ripped a shot directly into the hands of Dittamore. The Tigers had a goal disallowed for goalkeeper interference in the first half while outshooting the layhawks 5-4, though Francis' team had better opportunities. Neither team created many scoring opportunities in the second half until the 65th minute, when the Tigers came within inches of tying the game. Midfielder Mo Redmond whipped a corner kick into the penalty area where midfielder Meghan Pfeiffer flicked a header toward the back post. Luckily for the Jayhawks, Dolinsky was positioned perfectly and headed the ball off the line to safety. For the remainder of the half, the ball spent most of the time in Kansas' side of the field as Missouri did its best to climb back into the contest. The Tigers' aerial ability burned the Jayhawks in the 71st minute when a free kick opportunity tied the game at one. cer played. It was more of a battle. Missouri is a very tough team to play, and you have to come ready for the fight." This time there was no Dolinky to clear the ball off the line as Edited by Adam Mowder Pfeiffer rose above the defense to loop a header over Hanley. were fortunate to force overtime as their opponent took 15 second-half shots. "When the ball gets played in the box, you have to challenge for it." Francis said. "Sometimes you win it and sometimes you don't. They got on the end of a few. It was a good header." The laybacks registered just one shot in the second half and "Today, to be honest, was kind of an ugly game," Francis said. "There wasn't a whole lot of soc- SOCCER Team hopes for at-large bid to NCAA Tournament BY ANDREW WIEBE awiebe@kansan.com awiebe@kansan.com Kansas will find out whether its season merits an NCAA Tournament at-large berth tonight when the 64-team field is announced. the layhawks finished the season 12-7-2 (5-5-2) after a 5-1 start catapulted them into the national rankings. Kansas hasn't made the NCAA Tournament since 2004, narrowly missing out on postseason play in 2005 and 2006. Coach Mark Francis said he is extremely confident the selection committee will award his team an at-large berth after a season in which the Jayhawks played 10 Top 25 teams in 21 games. "I told the girls, 'Expect to play next week,'" Francis said following Friday's loss to Missouri. "We are going forward like we are playing because I really think we will be." Kansas checked in at 40th in the latest RPI rankings, which should improve considering it beat No. 11 Texas A&M and tied No. 20 Missouri last week in the Big 12 Tournament. Practice is already scheduled for Monday as Francis anticipated being chosen as one of up to six Big 12 representatives when the field is announced on ESPNews at 7 p.m. The team will watch the selection show together. "It will be pretty interesting how we handle it," Dolinsky said of waiting to see if her season will continue. "We are just going to stay positive." Angler's SEAFOOD HOUSE WINE TASTING & SEAFOOD PAIRING THURSDAY NOV. 13TH FEATURING Mark West Pinot Noir Badger Mountain Organic Reisling Saracco Moscato d'Asti Stephen Vincent Crimson Join us for an evening of "fresh" finfish and shellfish paired with four outstanding wines. 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SOCCER |12A THE STUDENT VOICE SINCE 1904 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN 1968 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2008 WWW.KANSAN.COM VOLUME 120 ISSUE 59 SEE PROJECTS ON THE CATWALK TONIGHT A Allison Richardson/KANSAN Lauren Fallis, Plano, Texas, junior, sews floures on to her formal dress on Sunday afternoon in the Art and Design building. Fallis and her teammate, Josiah Earle, Topea senior, said they were stressed out earlier in the competition because of conflictful schedules, in the last few weeks have been able to work together as a team. LITTLE Earle uses a CD to create the pattern for floures on Sunday afternoon at the Art and Design building. Earle and me teammate, Fallis, is the only partner team that are participating in the Project Runway competition. Allison Richardson/KANSAN The final sprint to the runway @ KANSAN.COM BY BRANDY ENTSINGER bentsinger@kansan.com bentsminger@kansan.com - Watch contestant Bonnie Croisant prepare for the finale and discuss her garments. Fabric covers Brena Bessa's dining room table, and spools of thread are spread around a sewing machine. Designs are taped to the wall, and until a few days ago the fabric covered the floor as well. Bessa, Manaus, Brazil, senior, is a finalist working to finish her submissions for the finale of the annual Student Union Activities Project Runway competition. Sunyoung Cheong, Oscar Cuevas, Bonnie Croisant, and partners Lauren Fallis and Josiah Earle will compete along with Bessa in front of a panel of judges and an audience tonight. The panel will include Christian Siriano, winner of the fourth season of Bravo's "Project Runway." Cuwas, Cherryvale senior, finished sixth in the preliminaries, but SUA asked him to participate in the finale after another contestant dropped out. The contestants had a budget of $150 to create all three garments. Bessa sam it was challenging to stay within budget because she generally worked with more expensive, natural fabrics such as silk and cotton. Because Cheong is majoring in metal-smithing and jewelry, she designed all of the jewelry for her garments. Time constraints also posed a challenge for the contestants. Earle and Fallis decided to work together to save time, and Cheong worked only at night because she attended classes and spent time with her two children during the day. Cuevas spent about 12 hours a day in the studio over the few days. He said it was challenging because he didn't have time to plan his designs in advance. The competition will begin at 7 tonight in the Kansas Union Ballroom. Priority seating vouchers are sold out, but doors open at 6 p.m. for additional seating. Asian inspiration Edited by Lauren Keith SUA required the contestants to make a garment inspired by the traditional clothing of an assigned Asian country. ■ EARLE AND FALLIS: North Korea. Design: High-waisted yellow pants and a collared jacket with a bow on a combination of traditional Hanbok Korean dress and contemporary clothing. - CUEVAS: Afghanistan. Because Cuevas only had a week to plan his garments, SUA allowed him to pick his own Asian country. Cuevas said he picked Afghanistan because he wanted to use Middle Eastern elements. - **BESSA** China. Design: Kimono-inspired silk brocade dress. Bessa added a high collared jacket similar to the high collars of kimonos. - **CHEONG:** India. Design: Two-piece garment with bold colors. The top is a bikini held up by a brass chain and the bottom is a long, voluminous green skirt with a chained belt. CROISANT: Japan. Design: Inspired by samurai armor. music and song Contestants picked a song as inspiration while creating a garment. EARLE AND FALLIS: "Fox in the Snow" by Belle and Sebastian. Their garment is "homeless chic" because the song referenced a girl who slept around and spent nights on the street. ■ CUEVAS: "My World is Empty Without You" by The Supremes. He designed a "sexy funeral, death of relationships" dress because of the song's dark undertones. - **BESSA:** "Samba Sian!, a Brazilian song about Rio de Janeiro. She designed a swimsuit for the song with cutouts resembling the twisting pattern of a famous sidewalk in Rio de Janeiro. - CROISANT: "Inni mer syngur vitleysingur" by Sigur Rós. It motivated her to make something a German folk dancer would wear. - **CHEONG:** "Butterfly" by Jason Mraz. Cheong designed a yellow cocktail dress with a linear design to go with the song. She said the lines were arranged to look like the patterns on a butterfly. KU spirit SUA had contestants to design formal wear with a KU theme. EARLE AND FALLIS: Earle and Fallis designed a dark blue dress with crimson flounces cascading down the length. They created the floures by tracing circles on fabric using cooking pot lids. Earle said they were allowed to use the Jayhawk in their design but decided not to because they didn't feel it was "fashion forward" enough. - CUEVAS: Men's wear top is a hybrid between a vest, and a tux jacket and the bottom is bright blue jockey-style pants. He plans to add a scarf to finish the piece. BESSA: Dress inspired by the 1952 basketball National Championship. The victory was the University's first NCAA championship. ■ CHEONG: Designed a Greek goddess-inspired one shoulder gown and included KU jewelry. CROISANT: Evening gown. She dyed her own fabric a blue-gray. POLITICS Anti-Obama Facebook statuses abound BY JESSE TRIMBLE jtrimble@kansan.com Former University of Texas backup lineman Buck Burnette was among those who vented frustrations via Facebook status. Students update their Facebook statuses constantly. Many complain about tests, papers, or, since the onset of the winter season, being sick. But on post-Election Day, a new array of statuses appeared as students across the country who didn't vote for President-Elect Barack Obama used Facebook to share their discontent. According to an Associated Press article, the lineman updated his Facebook status, quoting a text message he received after Obamas victory: "All the hunters gather up, we have a &#%#er in the whitehouse." Burnette's Facebook had been deleted by Thursday, and he apologized for the racial slur. Jesse Vaughn, Mound City senior and president of College Republicans, dressed as "The Messiah Obama" for Halloween and had been updating his Facebook status frequently since the election. As of 1:30 p.m. Monday, Vaughn's status read: "Jesse V is ready to fight for America and against Obama and the Democrats." Wednesday. The Associated Press reported that "the team said Burnette violated team rules but would not elaborate." Venting through Facebook statuses is common on college campuses and the University of Kansas is no exception. Burnette was dismissed from the team Vaughn said Facebook was a way to express his frustration. "It's hard to deal with it when you have Vaughn said the problem wasn't just with status updates, but also with pieces of flair, which is a Facebook application that allows students to post pop culture- or politically-themed buttons on their Facebook page. such a crushing defeat," Vaughn said. "Facebook has become a way for me and others to put your beliefs out there." David Perlmutter, author of "Blogwars" and professor of journalism, said updating a status needed to be taken seriously. There is no way to permanently delete something on the Internet, Perlmutter said. "My opinion is people have been saying dumb things since there have been people," he said. "This is the first time we SEE FACEBOOK ON PAGE 3A Cheer traditions switched up in Fieldhouse by Big 12 coaches Some students and fans are upset with a change to the pregame routine at Allen Fieldhouse before men's basketball games. Big 12 coaches agreed to move the national anthem to just before tipoff, changing a tradition that started with the anthem and followed with the Alma Mater and Rock Chalk Chant. FULL STORY PAGE 4A index Debate team wins at Harvard The KU debate team won its first-ever title at the Harvard Intercollegiate Debate Tournament. The team, composed of seniors Brett Bricker and Nate Johnson, placed first out of 80 teams. FULL STORY PAGE 3A Classifieds...5A Crossword...8A Horoscopes...8A ATHLETICS Opinion... 9A Sports... 12A Sudoku... 8A CAMPUS All contents, unless stated otherwise, © 2008 The University Daily Kansan ASSOCIATED PRESS KENNEDY HILL 2003 FAMOUS KISSER RETURNS TO NYC Ninety-year-old nurse is back on the East Coast to serve as the grand marshal of parade. NEWS | 6A weather TODAY 51 38 Rainy day Showers WEDNESDAY 51 38 Morning clouds / afternoon sun 7 THURSDAY 60 40 Few showers 1 2A NEWS THE UNIVERSITY OF HAITI KANSAN TUESDAY NOVEMBER 11, 2008 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2008 quote of the day "We don't accomplish anything in this world alone... and whatever happens is the result of the whole tapestry of one's life and all the weavings of individual threads form one to another that creates something." Sandra Day O'Connor fact of the day most e-mailed Archaeological evidence in the Czech Republic indicates that weaving, one of the most ancient fundamental arts, originated in the Paleolithic period 27,000 years ago. Here's a list of the five most e-mailed stories from Kansan. com: 1. KU student uses research to help Navajo Nation 2. Professors' liberal influence'on students a myth 3. KU Theater members sing and act in the raunchy play, 'Street Scene' 4. Kansas' loss to Nebraska particularly painful 5. Brutal injury to KU alum caps gloomy football weekend (The Full Monty) The University Daily Kansan is the student newspaper of the University of Kansas. The first copy is paid through the student activity fee. Additional copies of The Kansan are 25 cents. Subscriptions can be purchased at the Kansan business office, 119 StaufferFlint Hall, 1435 Jayhawk Blvd., Lawrence, KS 66045. 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Rosalea Postma-Carttar, professor and co-director of Spanish instruction, said she dismissed her students after another professor reported seeing the note, which contained the messages "9:15:Trigger time" and "12:15:All is lost." "It was specific enough that I didn't feel comfortable keeping my own students there," Postma-Carttar said. Todd Cohen, of University Relations, said that campus police were called to the scene at 8:36 a.m. Police determined that the notes had been in the building since last Friday, and the messages corresponded to events that had taken place over the weekend. A KU Public Safety Office spokesman declined to Although there have been no actual shootings at the University in recent memory, the campus has had of occasional gun scares. In January, police were called when an ROTC cadet entered McCollum Hall with a practice rifle that was mistaken for an actual firearm, and the University instructed students to remain indoors in June 2007 when a man was believed to be roaming campus with a "long gun." Kansas Asia Scholars offers summer tour of China — Ryan McGeeney The Kansas Asia Scholars program is looking for KU education students to apply for its three-week summer study tour of China. The program is for KU students who plan to become elementary or secondary school teachers and want to study abroad in China. Only 15 students will be selected to participate in the summer program, which will include a trip to famous sites such as the Great Wall and the Forbidden City. To apply, visit the program's Web site at www.kas.ku.edu. The application deadline is Dec. 5. Haley Jones Careers Center will hold internship, non-profit fair The University Career Center is holding a 2008 Internship, Summer Camp and Non-Profit Fair on Thursday from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Kansas Union Ballroom. "Networking is the number one way to find a job or an internship" she said. "They're going to leave with contacts and hopefully some good impressions of organizations that eventually will provide opportunities for them." The fair enables students to meet with employers and learn about opportunities and organizations. Erin Wolfram, assistant director and internship coordinator for the Career Center, said the event was open to all students of all majors and all academic levels. More than 50 employers are expected to attend the fair and offer various internship, non-profit and summer camp opportuni- ties.The Career Center advises students to bring copies of their resumes and dress in business attire. Haley Jones Coke Zero to film students for basketball commercial KU students will once again have the opportunity to show their school spirit on a national stage. Coke Zero will be on campus Wednesday to film a commercial in Allen Fieldhouse. The commerical, which will be used during March Madness 2009, will be filmed in the basketball arena from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. The first 100 students to sign up will be used as extras in the commercial, which will feature the Rock Chalk Chant. Students who are able to commit nine hours of their time on Wednesday will be reimbursed by Coke Zero in the form of $150 and free lunch. Interested students can call (913) 707-7688. Joe Preiner ODD NEWS Goodwill employee finds $7.5K inside shoebox A recent Bulgarian immigrant found the money during her first day on the job last week at a Goodwill near St. Louis in Glen Carbon, Ill. GLEN CARBON, III. — This stacks up among the better finds at a Goodwill store: $7,500 in cash stuffed in a shoebox. Teodora Petrova didn't hesitate after finding the cash with a pair of donated shoes — she turned the money over to a manager who told executives for the nonprofit charity. The president and chief executive of the area's Goodwill organization says it's eager to find the owner of the money. The charity figures it may have been left with the shoes accidentally. If the owner isn't found, Goodwill says the money will go toward the charity's job-placement efforts. Dallas councilman fights against saggy pants DALLAS— Dallas Councilman Dwaine Caraway is on a mission: ASSOCIATED PRESS He wants those wearing low- hanging, baggy pants to pull them up. As part of his ongoing campaign against saggy, underwear-exposing pants, the mayor pro tem held a summit Saturday. More than 100 adults, children students, ministers, law enforcement officers and representatives from local organizations attended the hours-long derriere affair. Local youth counselor Calvin Glover even brought a contingent of saggy bottom teens. The group piled into two elevators and made its way to the council chamber. Saggy britches, big belt buckles and untucked T-shirts were in abundance. Glover, a 29-year-old former sagger who still admits to an occasional offense, said kids today have taken the trend too far, exposing too much of their backsides. (1) Gus, the world's ugliest dog, died from complications with cancer. Gus was a 9 year-old Chinese crested dog whose owner rescued him from a crate in someone's garage and adorned him. Looking at a toddler sitting on one woman's lap, Caraway said the baby girl had a right not to see dirty boxers. So does the elderly woman at the grocery "Come on, man," he said disgustedly. "I don't want to see your dirty boxers that you've had on for two or three days. I mean, really." Most listened. Others seemed still groggy from the early morning wake-up. store, he said. 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Perlmutter said research indicated that people were more willing to say derogatory things when they weren't face-to-face. "That's why people send e-mails. They can say something nasty and hateful that they wouldn't say to someone's face," he said. Zeckser said complaining about the election was like crying over split milk, so he decided to make the best of it. Ryan Zeckser, Overland Park junior, voted for Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.). Soon after he heard Obama was elected, Zeckser updated his status to "4 years is a loong time to stay mad. So my full support goes to Obama and his Staff. God Bless America." "When it comes to something as important as the leader of your country and arguably the free Perlmutter said that before Facebook, MySpace and blogging, people used something else to catalog their thoughts. "I'm old enough to remember that a diary is something you kept it in a drawer with a little key on it," he said, "You kept your feelings or thoughts you had that weren't publicly acceptable, to yourself." world, you have to give him your support, because he's the voice of our people, not the other way around," Zeckser said. Perlmutter said this generation updates its Facebook pages or blogs instead of writing in a diary. Haynes said he was happy to have finally voted for a president who he wanted in office. TJ Haynes, Shawnee junior, cast his vote for Obama last week and updated his status in support of the president-elect. "It's just my way of saying Obama is my man," Haynes said. "Obama is the man for my future — that kind of thing." Haynes said he updated his status when something major happened because it was the only way he could share his thoughts about what was going on. "I don't update it as often as some do," Haynes laughed. "Like, Oh, I just brushed my teeth." Walberg said he loved Obama as a person but didn't agree with him on political issues. Bill Walberg, El Dorado Hills, Calif., senior, said he was hurt after his candidate lost. After the election, his status read: "Bill Walberg is very disappointed in my country." He said that he updated his status because he didn't think Obama was ready and that the United States took a big risk that could affect the next four years. "I've actually calmed down from that viewpoint and moved on," he said. Edited by Becka Cremer STATE Jenkins'husband files for divorce after election TOPEKA — The husband of the newly elected congresswoman from Kansas' 2nd District has filed for divorce after 25 years of marriage. Scott Jenkins filed the documents Friday in Shawnee County District Court, saying that he and his wife, Lynn Jenkins, were "incompatible." The filing came three days after Jenkins defeated incumbent Democrat Rep. Nancy Boyda for the 2nd District seat. Jenkins, a Republican, was elected state treasurer in 2002. He's seeking joint custody of their two children, with the children's primary residence being with their mother. He's also seeking an equitable division of their assets. The couple was married June 25,1983, in Holton. A spokesman for the campaign declined to comment about the matter, saying it was a personal issue. NATIONAL Woman in MySpace hoax cannot use suicide proof U. S. District Judge George H.Wu told attorneys he was leaning toward excluding the evidence from the trial of Lori Drew, who is accused of using a fictitious profile on the social networking site to drive Megan Meier, her daughter's former friend, to hang herself. LOS ANGELES — Prosecutors in the trial of a woman accused of a MySpace hoax that allegedly led a 13-year-old girl to kill herself will likely be prohibited from presenting evidence of the suicide, a federal judge said Monday. Drew has pleaded not guilty to one count of conspiracy and three counts of accessing computers without authorization. ASSOCIATED PRESS Wu said he planned to announce his final decision Friday. Prosecuters say Drew, 49, of O'Fallon, Mo, helped create a false-identity MySpace account and harassed Meier with cruel messages. The Jerusalem Battery, a defensive fortification located in the city of Jerusalem, Israel. It is positioned on the ground level adjacent to the Temple Mount, where the Al-Aqsa Mosque stands prominently. The battery is surrounded by walls and a ramp leading up to it. It is an important structure for military defense in the region. This undated photo made available by the Israeli Antiquities Authority on Monday shows the excavation site beneath a parking lot next to the walls of Jerusalem's old city where archaeologists say they have discovered 2,000-year-old gold earrings. The Israeli Antiquities Authority says the earring is inlaid with pearls and emeralds and was made around the time of Christ, between the first century B.C. and the beginning of the fourth century A.D. The government is prosecuting Drew under the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act, which has never before been used in connection with a Web site's terms of service barring misrepresentation by users setting up new accounts. INTERNATIONAL Earring is 'amazing' clue for life in Jerusalem The earring was uncovered in a destroyed Byzantine structure built centuries after the piece was made, showing it was likely passed down through generations, he said. JERUSALEM — A luxurious gold, pearl and emerald earring provides a new visual clue about the life of the elite in Jerusalem some 2,000 years ago. And its discovery was a true Archaeologists came upon the earring in a corner while excavating the ruins of the building under a parking lot. eureka moment for excavators. The piece was found beneath a parking lot next to the walls of Jerusalem's Old City. It dates to the Roman period just after the time of Jesus, said Doron Ben-Ami, who directed the dig. Associated Press Homework for Friday: Attend services in Woodruff Auditorium at 6 P.M. Enjoy dinner in the Ballroom at 7 P.M. ROCK CHALK SHABBAT Kansas Union November 14, 2008 Extra Credit: *Bring non-perishables for Harvesters or donations for Chai Lifeline *Stay the whole night and receive prizes from the annual raffle definition: (rok chawk sha-baht) 1. the largest Shabbat celebration ever at KU 2. a time spent with over 500 family and friends 3. the place to be on November 14th GET CONNECTED KU Hillel STAY CONNECTED! Jerry Wang/KANSAN Members of the KU debate team showcase their trophy from the Harvard University tournament. The team is, from left, Brett Bricker, Wichita senior; Lindsey Shopk, Tulsa, OKla. graduate student; Travis Cram, Cheyenne, Wyo. graduate student; Nate Johnson, Manhattan senior; Andrew Jack, Manhattan sophomore; Brian Delory, Cheyenne, Wyo. graduate student; Sarah Topp, Pelican Rapids, Minn. graduate student, and Dylan Quigley, Wichita junior. Two members from the team took first place in the annual tournament. GET CONNECTED KU Hillel Debate duo wins title at national tournament Pairs of students make farm subsidies exciting, secures University's first Harvard Debate victory BY SACHIKO MIYAKAWA smiyakawa@kansan.com Brett Bricker and Nate Johnson were still debating at 11 p.m. after a long day of three debates starting at 8 a.m. Energy drinks and coffee kept their minds sharp. But being at tournament finals motivated them to concentrate on the debate. They were about to win the title at the annual Harvard University debate tournament. "All of us were pretty tired," Johnson said, "but it was really exhilarating." CAMPUS BENNETT WILSON Bricker, Wichita senior, and Johnson, Manhattan senior, placed first at the Harvard Intercollegiate Debate Tournament last weekend, becoming the first team in KU debate history to win the title. Bricker was named top individual debater at the tournament. Two other KU teams participated in the tournament. Christopher Stone, Derby sophomore, and Mark Wilkins, Topeka freshman, placed "Both Nate and I work pretty hard at doing research and practicing speeches and debates." Bricker said. "It ends up being like a full-time job." Managing schoolwork and debate was not easy, Bricker said, but debating had been his passion since high school. "It's really intellectually stimulating and I like the competitions," Bricker said. Johnson said he enjoyed persuading other people in addition to attending competitions. He said participating in debates taught him to look at issues from broad perspectives. "I'm probably less opinionated than most people might assume," Johnson said. Bricker and Johnson are preparing for the Wake Forest Tournament this weekend. Bricker said it would be one of the semester's biggest tournaments, with 160 teams gathering from all over the country. Scott Harris, KU debate coach, said the tournament was the most difficult debate tournament during the year. Eighty teams participated in it from across the country, including Harvard University and the University of California, Berkeley. In the tournament finals, Bricker and Johnson defeated a Northwestern University team that was one of the best in the country, Johnson said. This year, the debate topic was whether the United States should eliminate agricultural subsidies. Bricker and Johnson focused on biofuel subsidies to present their arguments. Bricker said debates required a large amount of knowledge about the topic as well as good oral arguments. He said he usually spent about eight hours per day researching to prepare for debate tournaments. 21st in the tournament. Sean Kennedy, Leawood sophomore, and Dylan Quigley, Wichita junior, placed 24th. V --- McAlister's Club McALISTER'S DELI Edited by Mary Sorrick Spud Max Grilled Chicken Salad McALISTERS DELIVERY Famous Sweet Tea™ Appetizers Salads Sandwiches Spuds Catering Dinner Entrées Desserts Famous Sweet Tea $ ^{TM} $ Let us cater your next event. You make the call, we'll make the food We cater to your every whim! McALISTER'S DELI OF LAWRENCE 27th & Iowa • Lawrence, KS 66047 785-749-3354 Go to www.mcalistersdeli.com to sign up for Deligrams and receive McAlister's news in your inbox! 4A 4A NEWS THE UNIVERSITY JAMY KANSAN TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2008 ATHLETICS Coaches switch up pregame ritual in Allen Fieldhouse National anthem to begin once pregame clock ticks down to zero BY B.J. RAINS rains@kansan.com The men's basketball pregame ritual in Allen Fieldhouse looks a little different this year. Big 12 coaches voted before the season to change the starting time of the national anthem. The anthem, which has traditionally begun when 12 minutes remain on the pregame clock, will now begin when the clock hits zero. In past years, some teams remained for the anthem while others left the floor. Coaches voted to change the time of the anthem so that both teams would be on the floor to participate. "It used to keep building all the way 'til tipoff, but now we have to calm back down for the anthem." "The coaches recommended it unanimously," said Jim Marchiony, associate athletics director. But while the coaches like the move, several KU fans do not. The KU Alma Mater and Rock Chalk chant used to follow the anthem as part of the build-up for tipoff. Now the Alma Mater starts at the 12-minute mark when the teams leave the floor. used to keep building all the way 'til tipoff, but now we have to calm back down for the anthem. It makes no sense." When the horn sounds at the 12-minute mark, PA announcer Eric Danielson tells fans to join in with the singing of the Alma Mater. The Rock Chalk Chant follows, as do the rest of the traditional cheers and songs leading up to tipoff. Another small change to the pregame routine "It's stupid," said Doug Tetrault, Herndon, Va., senior. "There's no build-up at all. It DOUG TETREAULT Herndon, Va., senior is the cheer led by the cheerleaders after the Rock Chalk Chant. The chant used to be "Rock... C h a i l k . . . Jay... Hawk... Go... K.. U... Wooooo!" Now the chant is "Rock Chalk... Jawhawk!" Once the clock hits zero, the inthem is played before the introduction of the starting lineups. "I think it was great how they had it before," said Sam Zerger, Wichita junior. "Honor your country straight into honoring your University; then into honoring your team. I'm sure the students won't have a problem getting amped back up, but why not just have it flow like it has in years past?" — Edited by Andy Greenhaw A ASSOCIATED PRESS ASSOCIATED PRESS In an act of solidarity, of Vincent Romero's funeral service, create a barrier around the hearse to block media cameras as Romero's casket is carried from St. John the Baptist in St. John, Arnes, on Monday morning. Romero's son has been charged in the death of his father and another man in their home earlier this week. CRIME 8-year-old allegedly shoots his father ASSOCIATED PRESS ST. JOHNS, Ariz. — Hundreds of mourners packed a funeral Monday for a man allegedly shot to death by his 8-year-old son, while friends and neighbors disputed any suggestion the boy had been abused by his father. They painted a picture of Vincent Romero as a caring father who seemed to be doing all he could raise a polite and respectful boy. "They were always together doing things as a family, fishing, hunting," Carlos Diaz, a cousin of Romero's current wife, said after the funeral Mass at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. About 600 people filled the rural Arizona church in this town of about 4,000. People who could not get in crowded around an open door or sat on chairs set up outside. Romero, an avid hunter, was in a casket with a camouflage lid. Romero, a 29-year-old employee of a construction company, was shot with a .22-caliber rifle last Wednesday along with Timothy Romans, a 39-year-old man who rented a room in his house. Police said Romero's son planned and methodically carried out the killings, and confessed. Authorities would not discuss specifics of the confession. The boy has been charged with two counts of murder. Police Chief Roy Melnick said over the weekend that police were looking into whether the boy might have been abused. He would not say who might be under scrutiny. The police department said in a statement Monday that a court had issued an order prohibiting the release of any further information about the case. Prosecutors said that there was no record of any complaints filed about the boy with Arizona Child Protective Services and that the youngster had no disciplinary record at school. Romero had full custody of the child. The boy's mother is in Mississippi, according to officials. Police said the boy's stepmother was not home at the time of the shooting. The boy's attorney complained that police questioned the third-grader without representation from a parent or attorney and did not advise him of his rights. Please help us 1983 ASSOCIATED PRESS Three year old Prospere covers his face with a net "against mosquitoes" at the Kituku displaced camp in Goma, eastern Congo on Monday. 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For more information go to www.business.ku.edu/news 6A NEWS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAS TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2008 ECONOMY 图1-20 校园内学生活动场景 ASSOCIATED PRESS Job-seekers attend a recruiting fair in Wuhan, China, on Sunday. The Chinese government announced a SS86 billion stimulus package to boost government spending on roads, airports and other infrastructure and bigger subsidies to the poor and farmers. Despite this package, Wall Street again lost points because of anxiety. China's stimulus package doesn't soothe Wall Street BY JOE MCDONALD ASSOCIATED PRESS BEIJING — China's $586 billion stimulus package is its "biggest contribution to the world." Premier Wen Jiabao said Monday, as hopes rose that heavy spending on construction and other projects would help support global growth by fueling demand for imported machinery and raw materials. The massive Chinese spending plan — the largest ever undertaken by the communist leadership — was motivated by growing alarm from an unexpectedly sharp downturn in the country's economy, which raised the threat of job losses and social unrest. Sunday's announcement staked out a bold position as President Hu Jintao prepares for next week. end's meeting in Washington among leaders of 20 major economies to discuss a response to the global financial crisis. Wen, the country's top economic official, said the plan is meant to boost investment and consumer spending, maintain export growth and promote corporate competitiveness and financial reform. "We must implement the measures to ensure a fast and stable economic development." Wen told a meeting of government leaders, according to a report on state television. "They are not only the needs of the development of ourselves, but also our biggest contribution to the world." The plan calls for higher spending through 2010 on airports, highways and other infrastructure, more aid to the poor and farmers, and tax cuts for exporters. That could boost demand for iron ore from Australia and Brazil, factory and construction equipment from the United States and Europe, and industrial components throughout Asia. Asian stock markets surged Monday on news of the plan, but world markets were mixed later in the day. Wall Street erased an early rally as enthusiasm for the Chinese package gave way to anxiety about how U.S. companies will survive a severe pullback in spending. China's economic growth slowed to 9 percent in the last quarter, down from last year's stunning 11.9 percent and its lowest level in five years. Export orders have fallen sharply as global demand weakens, leading to layoffs and factory closures. JOHN LENOX Nurse from famous photo to serve as grand marshal in New York parade BY RICHARD PYLE ASSOCIATED PRESS Edith Shain, the nurse in the famous photograph taken by Alfred Eisensteed of a sailor kissing a nurse in New York's Times Square on V-J Day, tries to imitate the photo's embrace with Nick Mayo, a member of the cast of the musical "South Pacific" as they pose with other South Pacific cast members at the Vian Beaumont Theater in City Chain, 90, is in New York to serve as the grand marshal of the 2008 New York City Veterans Day parade. ASSOCIATED PRESS THE SEARCH FOR THE SHIRT YOU the students have submitted your garneday slogans and now it's time to vote for your favorite! The slogan that receives the most votes will then be released as the new "official" garneday shirt of the student body. THE TOP 5 SUBMISSIONS ARE: 27% “The Swagger Is Back” 14% “Rock Chalkin’ Your Socks Off Since 1865” 13% “My Favorite Subject in School Was Always Gameday” 33% “The University of Kansas: Majoring in Championships Since 1865” 13% “Fly Like A Jayhawk, Sting Like A Beak” VOTING STARTS NOW Thurs, Nov. 13th KANSAN.COM/THESHIRT to vote on your favorite VETERANS DAY NEW YORK — A 90-year-old who says she's the woman being kissed by a sailor in Times Square in one of World War II's most famous photographs reunited in town with the Navy on Sunday — days before she is to serve as grand marshal of the city's Veterans Day parade. Edith Shain of Los Angeles, donning a white nurse's uniform like the one she wore back in 1945, went to see the musical revival of "South Pacific" and posed for pictures, being hoisted off her feet on stage by five of the actors in their Navy whites. On Tuesday, she'll ride in the parade at the head of a contingent of World War II veterans. His picture from V-J Day became one of the 20th century's most iconic images. But Eisenstaedt didn't get the names of either party, and efforts years later by Life to identify them produced a number of claimants, says Bobbi Baker Burrows, a Life editor with deep knowledge of the subject. The "South Pacific" event was a touching reminder of history, but very different from Aug. 15, 1945, the day Shain recalls that she joined thousands of people whooping it up after Japan surrendered. Right there on Broadway and 45th Street, a sailor suddenly grabbed and kissed her — and the moment was caught by Alfred Eisenstaedt, a Life magazine photographer. in the subject, she recalled, "Life decided to run an article saying. If you are the sailor or the nurse in the picture, please step forward." About 1980, Shain recalls, she wrote a letter to Life, identifying herself as the woman in the nurse's uniform. Eisenstaedt wrote back and later visited her in California and gave her a copy of the photo. But Eisenstaedt, who died in 1995, was never sure that Shain was the woman in the photo, Burrows said. Eisensaetach himself just said he didn't know," she said. "We received claims from a few nurses and dozens of sailors, but we could never prove that any of them were the actual people, and Even the fact that Shain stands only 4-foot-9 isn't helpful in analyzing the photo, in which the sailor has her in what looks more like a death grip than an embrace, with both of their faces obscured. Because of renewed interest THE SEARCH FOR THE SHIRT YOU the students have submitted your gameday slogans and now it’s time to vote for your favorite! The slogan that receives the most votes will then be released as the new “official” gameday shirt of the student body. THE TOP 5 SUBMISSIONS ARE: 27% "The Swagger Is Back" 14% "Rock Chalkin’ Your Socks Off Since 1865" 13% "My Favorite Subject in School Was Always Gameday" 33% "The University of Kansas: Majoring in Championships Since 1865" 13% "Fly Like A Jayhawk, Sting Like A Beak" VOTING STARTS NOW Ends Thursday, Nov. 13th KANSAN.COM/THESHIRT to vote on your favorite THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN THE STUDENT VOICE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS Angler's Seafood House PRESENTS WINE TASTING & SEAFOOD PAIRING THURSDAY NOV. 13TH @ 7 p.m. Enjoy the unique experience of fine wines paired with fresh seafood on a student’s budget. Featuring $9.99 tapas tasters: - Hand selected Yellowfin Tuna from the fish markets of Hawaii. - Fresh (ultra sweet) Jumbo Shrimp overnighted from Maryland. - Sashimi Grade Yellowtail “Hamachi” & Hybrid Striped Bass. - Gigantic hand harvested Diver Scallops from Maine. - Bosc Pear Confit Salad, Key Lime Brulee, and more amazing tasters. Call 856-9287 to reserve your table. Walk-ins welcome, 1004 Mass. Street “Get Hooked” 1004 Massachusetts Street LAWRENCE, KS www.AnglersSeafood.com (785) 856-WATR Angler's SEAFOOD HOUSE PRESENTS WINE TASTING & SEAFOOD PAIRING THURSDAY NOV. 13TH @ 7 p.m. Enjoy the unique experience of fine wines paired with fresh seafood on a student’s budget. Featuring $9.99 tapas tasters: - Hand selected Yellowfin Tuna from the fish markets of Hawaii. - Fresh (ultra sweet) Jumbo Shrimp overnighted from Maryland. - Sashimi Grade YellowTail “Hamachi” & Hybrid Striped Bass. - Gigantic hand harvested Diver Scallops from Maine. - Bose Pear Confit Salad, Key Lime Brulee, and more amazing tasters. Call 856-9287 to reserve your table. Walk-ins welcome, 1004 Mass. Street “Get Hooked” THE UNIVERSITY DARY KANSAN GAMEDAY EMPORIA STRIKES BACK The Hornets return to Lawrence for what looks to be a lopsided victory KANSAS VS. EMPORIA STATE 7:00 p.m.Tuesday, ALLEN FIELDHOUSE, FSN COUNTDOWN TO KICKOFF GAME DAY 91-65 KANSAS ATAGLANCE The Jayhawk newcomers were supposed to break out and become the story of Kansas' first exhibition game against Washburn. It didn't work out that way. Other than freshman forward Quintrell Thomas, the newcomers struggled in the 98-79 victory. Instead of showing off his ability to get to the rim, freshman guard Tyshawn Taylor committed five turnovers. Instead of stretching the defense with jump shots, freshman forward Marcus Morris fouled out in seven minutes. Will the freshmen calm down and contribute against Emporia State? KANSAS STARTERS PLAYER TO WATCH Brady Morningstar Fans seemed to forget about Morningstar when discussing the possibilities of the Kansas guard rotation coming into the season. Now, Morningstar is demanding attention. He played as well as any Jayhawk in the game against Washburn by scoring 15 points, recording three assists and playing lockdown defense. With another solid exhibition performance, Morningstar could assure himself solid playing time in the season. QUESTION MARK Sherron Collins, 5-foot-11 junior guard Collins quietly dominated in the first exhibition game. He scored 22 points and handed out seven assists. He also took only 12 shots. Just imagine what Collins will be able to do this year when he has to take over a game. Will Kansas be as efficient offensively as it was in the first exhibition game? Tyrel Reed, 6-foot 3 sophomore guard ★★★★ Probably not. It's worth noting, however, that the Jayhawks shot 60 percent from the field in the game against the Ichabods. Kansas also shot 7-for-15 from three-point range. Even Bill Self said he was surprised by how easily Kansas scored. But the defensive woes over-shadowed the stellar offense. If the Jayhawks continue the offensive onslaught against Emporia State, people will notice. Brady Morningstar, 6-foot-3 sophomore guard Reed says he doesn't have a favorite spot to shoot from behind the arc. It sure looked like he found one against Washburn. He hit four of his five three-pointers from just behind the right wing. ★★★☆☆ Conner Teahan, 6-foot-5 sophomore guard ★★★☆☆ Morningstar, who grew up in Lawrence and is a lifelong Kansas fan, isn't in awe when he hears his name called in the starting lineup at Allen Field-house. "It's all business now," Morningstar said. He played with he meant it in the game against Washburn with 15 points. Despite starting for the first time in his career last game, Teahan only played 13 minutes. He needs to get involved early by playing strong defense and making jump shots to receive more minutes against Emporia State. ★★☆☆☆ Cole Aldrich, 6-foot-11 sophomore center Four Jayhawks scored more points than Aldrich did in the game against Washburn. Aldrich finished with eight points, which is significantly less than Self thinks he will score per game. The guards need to get the ball to him more often. ★★★☆☆ SIXTH MAN Marcus Morris, 6-foot-8 freshman forward ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ Morris has undeniable skills. There's practically nothing lie can't do on the court. But for that to happen, he has to be playing. Fouling out in seven minutes just isn't acceptable. DANNY ELLENGER PARKS Teahan Morningstar 10 Aldrich HEARYE. HEARYE Reed MICHAEL RUBY BROOKLYN JEFFERSON HOSPITAL Morris Kansas coach Bill Self "Everybody on our team knows all the plays. Sometimes, we cheat. So we've got to get used to playing against somebody else." — Sophomore center Cole Aldrich on the difference between practice and an exhibition game on behalf of KU Collegiate Veterans Association "We've got A.D.D pretty bad on the court from time to time as far as just staying focused. It's just a young group. We can have the best intentions and then we can lose focus pretty easy when something bad happens or something negative kicks in. We've got to really improve in that area." In Memory of those who have served and those who are currently serving. Happy Veteran's Day EMPORIA STARTERS For more information about KU Collegiate Veterans Association call (316) 304-8334 or visit www.kuveterans.org $25 Half-price Tickets for KU Students! "IT'S NOTHING SHORT OF BRILLIANT!" ~ FORT WORTH BYR TELLEGRIN A MUSICAL THRILLER SWEENEY TOUD THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET SWEENEY TODD With performances by STEFANA SANDKEIM and NEGG WHEELER For all ages by FEESLEY LONG Please contact MARK HAYLE www.SweeneyOnion.com $25 Half-price Tickets for KU Students! Dustin Andrews, 6-foot-3 junior guard Matt Boswell, 6-foot-6 sophomore guard PHOG ALLEN WILL ROLL OVER IN HIS GRAVE IF... The Wichita native played in 19 games last season he's the top returning scorer at 3.7 points per game. Boswell was a McDonald's All-American nominee, so he has the best chance to slow down Kansas' guards. Conner Teahan can make at least two three-pointers. Maybe unfairly, the Allen Fieldhouse crowd expects Teahan to drain every triple he shoots after he made 12 of 20 attempts last season. But Teahan rushed his two three-point attempts in the game against Washburn and missed both of them. The fans responded by sighing. For at least one more game, Teahan will play early and have an opportunity to make significant shots. He needs to convert. Teahan has a reputation to uphold. He started one game last season and scored 25 points per game. Andrews' greatest deficiency is his three-point shooting, which sat at a lowly 24 percent last season. ★★★★ Kansas doesn't play for a full 40 minutes. It sounds easy enough, but it was the Jayhawks' most glaring offense in the Washburn game. Kansas played relaxed in the second half after going into a halftime with a 25-point lead. Washburn actually outscored Kansas 44-41 in the second half. The lack of energy in the second half peeled Bill Self more than any other mistake in the game. Self can deal with youthful miscues. But he's not going to accept less than full effort. Lamar Wilbern, 6-foot-2 junior guard ★★★☆★★ Wilber played for KU before arriving at Emporia State. The difference is that was Kaplan University, the recently changed moniker for Hamilton College. While at KU, Wilber averaged 23.2 points, 9.4 assists, 7.6 rebounds and 3.9 steals per game. ★★★☆★ Shang Ping, 6-foot-10 senior center ★★☆☆ Jeremiah Box, 6-foot-5 junior guard/forward box was named the MVP and Defensive Player of the Year at Sauk Valley Community College in 2007. Last season he averaged 18.5 points per game, earning him Honorable Mention All-American honors. Wednesday, Nov. 12, 7:30 p.m. Lied Center of Kansas liedku.edu 785-864-2787 Ping is a prodigy who never found his niche last year. Both of his parents played professional basketball in China and he starred on the Chinese 18-under team. However, his talent has never transferred to this side of the world. Andrews NORWALK Box M. E. RABYAN Wilbern M. S. KAMALI ★★★☆☆ SVR ALLEN FIELDHOUSE WILL ROCK IF... 张伟 Niles accumulated more than 1,000 points in two seasons at the College of Dupage in Illinois. The littlest Hornet brings a New York toughness that makes up for his lacking stature. Tim Niles, 5-foot-10 junior guard Ping Boswell ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ SIXTH MAN PETER BARBERS Taylor Bern The Hornets are a guard-heavy team, but a lot of those guards are big enough to play at the three or four spot. Still, they won't be able to help getting out-muscle underneath the basket. Emporia State will need to knock down some treys, but it graduated all its best outside shooters from last season. Coach David Moe's team has a lot of new faces and nobody, including him, is quite sure what to expect from them. Niles AT A GLANCE PLAYER TO WATCH Diehard Kansas fans may remember Ping from his brief appearances in Nebraska red last season. In two games against the Jayhawks, Ping played 15 minutes, hit 1-of-3 from the field, 0-of-3 from the free line, corralled two rebounds and committed two turnovers. If he can avoid foul troubles, Ping should almost double those minutes played and he's the key for the Hornets to get anything established underneath the basket. Shang Ping QUESTION MARK Last night the Hornets played the Shockers in Wichita, and now they've got to turnaround to travel to Lawrence. Depending on the conditioning of his team, coach David Moe may elect to go deeper into his bench tonight to rest some of the guys that played a lot of minutes in Wichita. Emporia State has just a few players who can make a real impact (Wilbern, Ping and Box) so it's crucial for them to stay out on the court. Can Emporia State recover from its game at Wichita State? COACHES CORNER Coach David Moe's squad made it to the MIAA championship game last season before falling to Northwest Missouri State. Moe's teams play a fast-paced game, which explains why his roster is often guard-heavy. His style of play also brings in some of the top junior college players in the Midwest, and tonight he'll find out just how good some of them are. JOINTHE BEST. We don't appreciate laziness. In fact, we can't stand it. The Kansan Advertising Staff is now hiring for the spring semester. We're looking to hire the most driven students at KU for positions in advertising sales or design Be a part of the best college advertising staff in the nation* where the result of your hard work is success in the real world. --- Interested? Informational meetings will be held in mid November. (Date to be announced) Watch in the paper for more information. Attendance required to apply Questions? Call 864-4358 Best Tale Best Tale Best Tale THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN *Best Advertising Student Staff of the Year 2007 & 2008 Judged by College Newspaper Business and Advertising Manager, Inc. ADVERTISING STAFF 8A --- ENTERTAINMENT THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN FUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11.2008 Conceptis Sudoku 8 2 4 9 5 3 7 1 3 6 1 5 7 9 5 1 7 9 6 7 3 4 6 9 8 9 Answer to previous puzzle 4 7 2 8 3 5 6 9 1 6 1 5 9 2 7 8 3 4 3 8 9 6 1 4 5 7 2 1 2 4 3 6 9 7 5 8 8 6 3 7 5 1 4 2 9 9 5 7 4 8 2 3 1 6 7 3 6 1 9 8 2 4 5 5 4 1 2 7 6 9 8 3 2 9 8 5 4 3 1 6 7 Answer to previous puzzle Difficulty Level ★★ SKETCHBOOK GIVE ME ONE GOOD REASON WHY I SHOULDN'T SLUG YOU YA OLD BAG? WELL... Drew Stearns NOPE. NOT GOOD ENOUGH. NICE TRY THOUGH GIVE ME ONE GOOD REASON WHY I SHOULDN'T SLUG YOU YA OLE BAG? I'M YOUR GRANDMOTHER! WELL... NOPE. NOT GOOD ENOUGH. NICE TRY THOUGH. I meant what if I like the game... GAME OVER & if you ever say that again, I'll kill you. Man, you suck so much cock at this game! well, you're my friend and I'll like you no matter what you do or who you love... You know that. I meant what if I like the game... yeah, well what if I like it? & if you ever say that again, I'll kill you. WORKING TITLE Sara Ma CELEBRITY Beyonce and Jay-Z refuse to sell wedding photos LAUREN ROCHELLE NEW YORK — Beyonce insists she would have never considered selling photos of her hush-hush wedding to Jay-Z to a glossy celebrity magazine. Still, the singer acknowledged that she was amazed at the amount of money that was offered. "They offer crazy money that's just ridiculous," she said in a recent interview, laughing. "But in the end, absolutely not. It's so not worth it. If anything, if you wanna put something out, then put it out, not for (money)." ASSOCIATED PRESS Singer Beyonce holds the award for outstanding contribution to the arts during the 2008 World Music Awards ceremony in Monaco, on Sunday. Beyonce has refused details about her marriage to Jay-Z and said she wouldn't consider selling her wedding info. Beyonce and Jay-Z were married in April in an intimate ceremony in New York City. "We worked really hard at keeping it private," she said. "We always knew that it would be private and quiet, for all the right reasons." Though Beyonce declined to talk about specific details, she had been more open to acknowledging her relationship in recent interviews after years of silence about it. She's due to release her new CD, "I AM ... SASHA FIERCE," on Nov. 18. Spears'son hospitalized, will be discharged soon NEW YORK — The youngest son of Britney Spears and Kevin Federline has been hospitalized for some kind of reaction, but was expected to be released soon. Two-year-old Jayden James was admitted to the Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center on Sunday after having "a reaction to something he ingested," a representative for Spears' family said in a statement. The hospital is near Spears' home in Kentwood, La., where she was reportedly staying with family. Representatives for Spears and her family didn't immediately return messages left Monday. 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. HOROSCOPES Associated Press Keep plugging away at the job, even if you're not seeing much payback yet. That will come. Don't worry about it now. Keep producing results. Important people are noticing. ARIES (March 21-April 19) Today is a 7 TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Today is a 7 You have a person on your team who seems to be able to put your feelings into words. Cheer that person on! He or she thrives on your encouragement, and saves you a lot of trouble. GEMINI (May 21-June 21) Your involvement in community activities is important not only to others, but also to you. You develop many dear friendships with people who share your goals, and that is a healthy thing. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Today is a 7 An important person provides you with an excellent reference. You'll get more interesting assignments and perhaps even a higher wage. You're making a good impression. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) You can't get away for long, but you can sneak out for a romantic lunch. Don't do anything shameful; you're drawing too much attention. Watch out for the tabloid photographers. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Today is 6 it's not exactly 'creative accounting' which can be against the law, but it does look like you can find the money for household improvements. Remember not to borrow more than you can pay back. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Today is a 7 When you and your partner get together, your shopping list grows. It's hard for each of you to veto something the other one wants. Talk it over and do the best you can. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Keep pushing while you can. You'll break all your best times and possibly even a world record or two. You love it when that happens. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Today is a 9 You're still in the mood to make secret plans, with no holds on your imagination. A person who loves you will jump at the chance to go along. Don't worry about the cost; figure that out later. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan.19) You might be a tad short-tempered don’t. Not take yourself too seriously. Things that seem impossible not look so bad tomorrow. Nothing will look so bad tomorrow. Set a date for then. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Today is a 6 You're on the trail of an elusive fact or the answer to a pet theory. You can find it, too, if you concentrate and avoid distractions. Pies don't fall into that category. Pumpkin pie can actually help. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Today is an 8 More money you need to come in, so do what you want to do to make that happen. For example, sell something for what it's really worth, not what you thought you could get. 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KAPLAN 1-800-KAP-TEST kaptest.com/law A Journey into Canada's Great Bear Rainforest 7pm, November 12, 2008, Spooner Hall (on the KU Campus) Free Admission A multi-media presentation by Ian McAllister Award winning photographer, conservationist,and one of TIME magazine's "Leaders for the 21st Century" Sponsored by The Commons and William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications with support from Phi Beta Delta For more information: thecommons@ku.edu AN 08 OPINION THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN 9A TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2008 LETTER TO THE EDITOR Jon Goering/ KANSAN FILE PHOTO Should we celebrate more Plan B use at KU? Friday's Plan B article contained only lowered expectations and the encouragement of irresponsible behavior ("Plan B use increases on campus;" Nov. 7). Through sex, new life is created. Separating the two is irresponsible and a denial of physiology. Think of the rich pharmaceutical companies who so desperately want women to buy this pill, shot, implant, etc., all which potentially cause major side effects. Plan B's Web site says this: "Plan B prevents pregnancy (mainly by stopping the release of an egg from the ovary), and may also prevent the fertilization of an egg (the uniting of sperm with the egg). Plan B may also work by preventing it from attaching to the uterus. Plan B If a man and woman have sex during a time when the woman could become undesirably pregnant, that is irresponsible. Real responsibility is a woman knowing when to have sex and in the context of a stable relationship. That is self-respect, not treating fertility as a disease. will not affect a fertilized egg already attached to the uterus." "It" refers to an embryo, which attempts to attach itself to the uterus. According to MedTerms.com, abortion is "the premature exit of the products of conception from the uterus" Your readers need to know that Plan B can be an abortifacient, contradictory to Planned Parenthood. Should we really be celebrating a 36.5 percent increase in Plan B sales on campus? Maybe the drug manufacturers, Planned Parenthood and the medical centers sharing in the profits should celebrate. Does this reflect KU as a campus of responsible, intelligent, self-respecting young adults? Many women today have been duped into thinking that in a world of authentic feminism they can involve themselves in any kind of destructive behavior at all. Now they just have the "power" to ignore or cover up the consequences. Want to really respect your self? Know yourself and have the discipline to use sex in a responsible manner. Jennifer Garrison is a senior from Shawnee. editorials around the nation RAM ASSOCIATED PRESS Next Secretary could give funds to Detroit A modest sigh of relief is in order with the announcement that the U.S. Treasury Department will not hand over billions of dollars in federal aid to facilitate a merger between General Motors and Chrysler. Treasury officials told the Detroit Free Press they were too busy managing their new stake in banks and other financial institutions resulting from the $700 billion rescue package to get in the car business. And a lame-duck Bush administration is not eager to inject billions of taxpayer dollars in a merger that could lead to 40,000 layoffs. That's 40,000 jobs lost even if Uncle Sam pays up and the merger goes through. But the next Treasury secretary may not share those reservations. Sen. Barack Obama said he'd like to double the $25 billion in loan guarantees already promised to help Detroit retool its assembly lines to build "clean" cars. However, any further federal assistance would be a huge mistake. The current $25 billion loan package comes with no guarantee that U.S. consumers will buy clean cars from Detroit instead of vehicles produced by its Asian and European competitors. - Rocky Mountain News Nov. 2 editorial HOW TO SUBMIT A LETTER TO THE EDITOR Send letters to opinionkanan.com Write LETTER TO THE EDITOR in the e-mail subject line. Length: 300 words The submission should include the author's name, grade and hometown. LETTER GUIDELINES Find our full letter to the editor policy online at kansan.com/letters. 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IT MUST BE FRIDAY BROVEMBER 13TH! I'VE NEVER SEEN A BRO MITZVAH THIS BIG BEFORE. JESU IS A HOME Could gay schools be 'separate but equal'? FRUIT FOR THOUGHT MATT HIRSCHFELD At first I was elated — it would have been a dream to attend a similar school in my middle- and high-school years. But this feeling was quickly followed by skepticism. I once called a middle-school classmate a bitch. She told the principal, and when he asked why I called her that, I told him it was because she called me a fag. He asked why this offended me and told me it was just a word. I was too young and confused to defend myself, so I was punished. Nothing happened to her. My middle and high schools weren't the most hateful of places, but the words "faggot," "queer" and other negative epithets littered conversation and rarely saw consequences. This memory was evoked when I was reading that public school officials in Chicago are recommending the approval of a "gay-friendly" high school. The main reason for the proposed school, called the School for Social Justice — Pride Campus, is to deter the harassment and violence toward LGBT students, which causes them to skip class and drop out at increasing rates. Eighty-six percent of students reported being verbally harassed, 44.1 percent physically harassed and 22.1 percent physically assaulted at school in the past year because of their sexual orientation, according to a 2007 nationwide study from the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network. The rates for students missing class for this reason were also drastically different: about 32 percent for LGBT students and about 5 percent for heterosexual students. The proposed school would not be exclusive to LGBT students but instead meant for any students looking for other schooling options, such as a higher quality education or another schooling environment. It would also be aimed at students who have feel they have been victims because of their sexual orientation. The standards and curriculum for the school would be in line with other schools in the district, and the curriculum would incorporate lessons about sexual identity in history and literature classes. It's clear that LGBT students are suffering in their pre-college years, a time when students figure out their education futures. Transferring schools, missing class and dropping out is not an option for students who want to continue their education. A similar school, the Harvey Milk High School in New York City, opened in 1985 and now has a 95 percent graduation rate for its students, well above the city's average of 52 percent. This school is different from the Chicago-proposed school, in that it requires students to be at risk of dropping out because of harassment. I've never lived in a large city, but from my own experience of growing up in a small town, I don't think this proposed school would help the LGBT community. Hate breeds hate, and to single out LGBT students would only increase the open hatred toward them. It would decrease tolerance and acceptance among the students harassing LGBT students. By removing LGBT students, it succeeds to the idea of "separate but equal," an initiative that I thought the U.S. had already learned from. The harassing students need to be educated about tolerance and acceptance. And they need to be punished if they exhibit hateful behavior of any kind. When I was in middle and high school, I would have loved to attend this type of "gay-friendly" school. But I'm older now,and have realized the benefit of surviving such adversity. Hirschfeld is an Augusta senior in journalism. JOI@FLICKR.COM Why we should receive texts for canceled class CAPITOL POLITICS ROSS STEWART It's freezing cold outside. You drag yourself out of the warm bed, throw on some clothes and trudge to class as the Kansas wind whips your face. Little did you know that on your commute to campus your professor decided to cancel class and alert everyone via e-mail. Maybe you don't check your e-mail when you wake up and you certainly don't check it when you're walking to school. There's also the chance that you don't check it on your break between classes. Professors should have the ability to send a text message to students when class is canceled. This would prevent unpleasant surprises and unnecessary walks, drives and bus rides. We've all been in this situation before, but the worst part is there's technology that could've kept us in our warm beds; texting. technology. More than a year ago, the administration started funding a program called Message Blox that does exactly this, according to an April 2007 Kansan article. The funny thing is, we've been working on implementing this Implementing a program like Message Blox should be seriously considered because nine out of 10 college students own cell phones. They beat me to the idea, but I don't see the fruits of their labor. We already have a text program Message Blox would allow student groups, teachers and the administration to send out mass texts. Not only would we have the convenience of being informed that we can sleep in, we could also get information from students groups we're involved in and class groups we're working with. So why hasn't anything been done with Message Blox? for emergencies as a part of the KU alert system. As of October 2007, 17,000 have signed up for it. Everyone wants to stay in a warm bed when possible, and it'd be great if we could do that more often. Systems like this one would definitely help us all do that. Stewart is a Wichita senior in journalism. FREE FOR ALL To contribute to Free for All, visit Kansan.com or call 785-864-0500. If you don't know how to park, don't drive --waist level. --waist level. I haven't been this excited to get a sticker since I was six. Yay elections! 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That was especially true for the team's six seniors, who entered on the heels of two consecutive NCAA Tournament squads. "The seniors just soaked it all in," Bush said. "This has been our goal from the start. I think most of us were trying not to tear up or cry." JUNIORS EARN TOURNAMENT HONORS Defender Estelle Johnson, midfielder Monica Dolinsky and forward Shannon McCabe were named to the Big 12 Championship's All-Tournament team on Sunday. Three representatives is a record for Kansas, which defeated No. 11 Texas A&M 4-2 in the first round but fell in penalty kicks to No. 20 Missouri in the semifinals. Edited by Mary Sorrick Dolinsy, a first team all-conference selection, had one goal and three assists for the Jayhawks while McCabe added two goals against the Aggies. NFL ASSOCIATED PRESS Former NFL player Herb Adderley sits in a room full of memorabilia of his playing days with the Green Bay Packers at his home in Manuat, N.J., Oct. 2. A federal jury has ordered the NFL Players Association to pay $7.1 million to retired players after finding the union failed to properly market their images. WE LOVE YO Retirees win millions in lawsuit BY PAUL ELIAS ASSOCIATED PRESS SAN FRANCISCO — A federal jury on Monday ordered the NFL Players Association to pay $28.1 million to retired players after finding the union failed to properly market their images. The jury said the union owed the retirees $7.1 million in actual damages for failing to include them in lucrative marketing deals with Electronic Arts Inc., the maker of the popular "Madden NFL" video games, sporting card companies and other sponsorship agreements. Hall of Fame cornerback Herb Adderley filed the lawsuit last year on behalf of 2,056 retired players who contend the union failed to actively pursue marketing deals on their behalf with video games, trading cards and others sports products. The lawyers and judge still must decide how to divvy up the jury's award, some of which will go to attorneys' fees. Adderley, 69, played cornerback for the Green Bay Packers and Dallas Cowboys and appeared in four of the first six Super Bowls. He appeared every day in court wearing his yellow "NFL Alumni" sports jacket and wept when the jury's verdict was read. "I won three Super Bowls and this feels better than all of them combined." Adderley said immediately after the verdict was announced. "I always felt I had one big play left." Several retired players either testified during the trial or appeared in the court to lend support, including retired Green Bay Packers quarterback Bart Starr, who attended the last day of testimony on Friday. Richard Berthelsen, the union's acting executive director, said outside court that the NFLPA would ask the trial judge, U.S. District Court Judge William Alsup, to toss out the verdict. If that fails, it intends to appeal. "It's an unjust verdict and we are confident it will be overturned," union lawyer Jeffrey Kessler said. Lawyers representing Adderley and the retired players told the jury during the three-week trial that the union actively sought to cut them out of licensing deals so active players could receive bigger royalty payments. As proof, the retirees pointed to a 2001 letter from an NFLPA executive telling Electronic Arts Inc. executives to scramble the images of retired players in the company's popular Madden video game, otherwise the company would have to pay them. EA's Madden game contains 143 "vintage" teams populated with no-name players that closely resemble Adderley and other retirees. Yet only active players received a cut of the EA deal, the union's largest, which surpassed $35 million for 2008. The KU Student Alumni Association and the MU Student Alumni Association Boards are challenging fans in the Border Showdown FOR HARVESTERS Go online to www.borderhungershowdown.harvesters.org for a virtual food drive to benefit Harvesters. Be sure you distinguish what school you are supporting. The food drive runs Nov I through Nov. 29. And, let's be honest, who doesn't want to beat Mizzou? SAA RESTAURANT AND HOTEL ASSOCIATION ALUMNI ASSOCIATION The University of Kansas HARVESTERS COMPUTER FOOD NETWORK KU KU vs. MU Football Game Saturday, Nov. 29 Arrowhead Stadium • KU ALUMNI ASSOCIATION • N Two players receive top weekly awards Monday VOLLEYBALL JOSH BOWE jbowe@kansan.com averaging 5.00 kills per set on a Sophomore outside hitter Karina Garlington and freshman setter Nicole Tate were named the Big 12 Volleyball Offensive Player and Rookie of the Week on Monday. As well as being the first Big 12 weekly award for Garlington and Tate, it was the first for the Jayhawks since Emily Brown received the honor in September 2007. Garlington excelled last week, 15. 48 fitting percentage, Kansas had consecutive sweeps against Colorado and Texas Tech. Garlington had 20 kills against the Buffalooes ALFARED MIRANDA Garlington and 10 against the Red Raiders. Tayn Tate averaged 10.50 assists per set while helping the Jayhawks hit .301 as a team. She also chipped against the Red Raiders. in 3.00 digs per set and 1.33 kills per set. Tate recorded her ninth double-double of the season with 40 assists and 12 digs against the Buffaloes, plus 23 assists, five kills and six digs QUINTRELL (CONTINUED FROM 12A) arriving on campus this summer, Thomas has developed a reputation as a fearsome rebounder. Edited by Lauren Keith Former Jayhawk and current New Orleans Hornet Julian Wright praised Thomas's rebounding ability after the two played in pick-up games over the summer. It grew from there. Self described Thomas as a "runner, jumper, strong guy." His teammates compared Thomas to former Jayhawk Darnell Jackson, who came to Kansas physical but offensively unpolished. "He's almost like Darnell. He can rebound the heck out of the ball," sophomore center Cole Aldrich said. "His post moves are still coming and whatnot so he's really working hard on that." But Thomas doesn't want to hear that his rebounding ability is ahead of his offensive skills. He said he can do it all. Thomas knows he has room to improve on all facets of his game, but he considers himself a complete player. He said the reason people thought his rebounding was ahead of his offense was because of the way he learned to play basketball. "It's like this: When I first started playing basketball, of course, you don't get the ball much so you need to do something to stay on the court." Thomas said. "Pretty much, I do whatever I've got to do to play." For Thomas, that continued in high school. Thomas graduated from St. Patrick High School in Elizabeth, N.J., one of the most famous basketball high schools in the country. St. Patrick has produced NBA players, such as Al Harrington of the Golden State Warriors and Samuel Dalembert of the Philadelphia 76ers. Thomas played with a number of current Division I basketball players — including Villanova guard Corey Fisher and Louisville forward Derrick Caracter — during his first three years at St. Patrick. Thomas "If he's an offensive player first, he won't be an effective player here," Self said. Self needs someone like Thomas to come off the bench with energy and fight for every loose ball. If Thomas can score points the way he did against Washburn, perfect. If not, it's no big deal. Self says he has to rebound. The Jayhawks have scorers in junior guard Sherron Collins, sophomore center Cole Aldrich and sophomore guard Tyrel Reed. That's fine with Thomas. He said he knew exactly what Self expected from him when he checked into the game. He just doesn't want people to think he can't score. He doesn't want to be regarded as the least of the five freshmen. "People can criticize me all they want." Thomas said. "But as long as I get in and do what I got to do to help the team win, it doesn't matter. I don't have to score or anything." MLB KANSAS CITY — The Kansas City Royals have signed pitcher Brandon Duckworth to a one-year contract and sent him Triple-A Omaha on outright assignment Taylor, Thomas's roommate, thinks the lack of attention motivated Thomas. KC Royals sign pitcher for 2009 season "It it gets a little frustrating when the guys around you are getting talked about and you're not," Taylor said. "I think he felt like he had something to prove. If people keep not talking about him, he's going to become one of the best players on our team." Edited by Andy Greenhaw The team says the 32-year-old right-hander will be with the Royals at their major league camp for Monday's move leaves the Royals' 40-man roster at 38. "If I've got to score, I'll score," Thomas said. "If I've got to rebound, I'll rebound." was rarely the first or second option when it came to scoring. 2009 spring training. It wasn't until his senior season that he averaged more than 10 points per game. By then, Thomas had already committed to Kansas and his reputation as a rebounder was already firm. But Thomas said his senior season proved he could do whatever a team needs out of him. Duckworth made seven starts for Kansas City late in the 2008 season, going 3-3 with a 4.50 ERA He spent most of 2008 season at Omaha. He made 17 starts and 27 overall appearances, finishing 5-11 with an ERA of 4.75. Duckworth's new contract is worth $60,000 while he's with Kansas City and $300,000 for minor league play. Associated Press BRYANT COLLISION REPAIR 843-5803 1214 E. 23rd St. We get your car fixed RIGHT the FIRST TIME We guarantee our work for life. You have the right to choose your repair shop. Choose local for the QUICKEST turnaround possible. www.bryantcollisionrepair.com Voted Best Pizza in Lawrence! Rudy Tuesday 2 Small Pizzas 2 toppings 2 drinks ONLY $12.99 plus tax PIZZERIA Free Delivery! 749-0055 • 704 Mass. • rudyspizzeria.com (CONTINUED FROM 12A) DUFEK They could have secured back-to-back bowl trips for the first time in 118 years of football at the University, but they let it get away. They could have moved back into the AP top 25 for this week's showdown with Texas, but they failed to capitalize. Kansas is 6-4 overall and 3-3 in the Big 12. Most college football experts have projected the Insight Bowl in Tempe, Ariz., the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas, or the Texas Bowl in Houston as likely destinations for the Jayhawks. After the loss, most people would be shocked to see Kansas finish the season anything other than 6-6. If Kansas loses to Texas and Missouri, it will finish the regular season a staggering 1-5 in the last six games. I don't mean to cut into any players or the team as a whole. It's just disappointing. It's disappointing the media can't report another storybook season. It's disappointing the fans who waited so long to see Kansas win a game at Nebraska didn't get to see it happen. Most importantly it's disappointing to the players who wanted all this and more. It's over now. The past is in the past. It may sound like coach-speak, but there's no option left but to focus on Saturday's opponent — Texas. All is not lost. Kansas has one week to regroup before it faces a national title contender. The Jayhawks can pass, run and play defense. Their lineup consists of All-Americans and Heisman candidates. The only weakness on the team is a 109th ranked pass defense — which tops Kansas' 116th ranked squad. On paper and in the minds of many, Texas is a clear favorite, but isn't that how Kansas wants it to be? The Jayhawks are underdogs again. Unlike last week's game against Nebraska, no one expects them to knock off Texas. They will enter their home turf as underdogs for the first time since 2006, a field where they've only lost once in their last 15 tries. Texas may have higher rated recruits on its roster, but it has missed out on talent that Kansas scooped up. Seven out of the 22 starters on the depth chart come from the Lone Star State. Most of them were passed on by Texas' Mack Brown. Now these players can make a statement for themselves, for their team and for their fans. A victory against Texas wouldn't only improve Kansas to 7-4, but it would also make this season a successful one. Whether Kansas finishes at 9-4 or 7-6, a victory against Texas this Saturday would be validation that Kansas is moving in the right direction. It would be the perfect revenge for the controversial 27-23 loss in Lawrence in 2004. A lot is at stake this weekend. Just because the ball was dropped in Lincoln doesn't mean it can't be picked back up this Saturday in Lawrence. Edited by Lauren Keith NEWS 11A THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN --- kills (2A) quote of the day "I am blessed. I really didn't approach high school the way I approach college. My high school coaches and teachers and principal, they helped me through high school." Kansas junior wide receiver Dezmbron Briscoe fact of the day Kansas wide receiver Dezmon Briscoe caught six passes on Saturday and increased his career total to 103 catches to pass Derek Fine — 98 catches — and Isaac Byrd — 101 — for 12th place on the Kansas career list. trivia of the day Q: How many career touchdown catches does Kansas wide receiver Dezmon Briscoe have? A: 18 — the most receiving touchdown in school history. sports schedule Today Men's basketball: Emporia State (Exh.), 7 p.m. (Lawrence) Wednesday Wednesday Women's volleyball: Oklahoma, 7 p.m. (Norman, Okla.) Thursday No events scheduled Friday Friday Women's basketball: Sacred Heart, 7 p.m. (Lawrence) Saturday Saturday Football: Texas, 11:30 a.m. (Lawrence) Women's swimming: Nebraska-Omaha, 2 p.m. (Omaha, Neb.) Women's volleyball: Nebraska, 7 p.m.(Lawrence) Cross country: Midwest Regional Championships, TBA (Stillwater, Okla.) MLB Longoria, Soto named rookies of the year NEW YORK — Evan Longoria won the American League Rookie of the Year award Monday by unanimous vote, and Geovany Soto ran away with the NL honor. Following a season of breakthroughs for the AL champion Rays, Longoria became the first Tampa Bay player to win a national award from the Baseball Writers' Association of America. The power-hitting third baseman received all 28 first-place votes, becoming the AL's first unanimous rookie winner since Nomar Garciaparra in 1997. Soto, the steady catcher who helped the Cubs win the NL Central title, got 31 of 32 first-place votes. The other went to Cincinnati's Joey Votto. Called up from the minors in April, Longoria batted .272 with 27 homers and 85 RBIs despite missing five weeks after breaking his right wrist Aug. 7. Confident at the plate and splendid on defense, he was a big reason for the Rays' stunning surge to the World Series after 10 straight losing seasons. Chicago White Sox second baseman Alexei Ramirez was the runner-up after receiving 18 second-place votes. Boston outfielder Jacoby Ellsbury finished third. Soto hit.285 with 23 homers,35 doubles and 86 RBs. He became the first catcher to win Rookie of the Year in either league since Mike Piazza of the Los Angeles Dodgers in 1993. The previous winner from the Cubs was pitcher Kerry Wood 10 years ago. The Rays were so sure Longoria would become a big star that they gave him a $17.5 million, six-year contract after only six major league games. Associated Press Jayhawk football wakes up three years younger Todd Reesing is a better-known and more productive quarterback than Brian Luke or Adam Barmann. Dezmion Briscoe is certainly a more athletic receiver than Mark Simmons, and Kerry Meier is unlike any player in recent memory. But just how much better — if any — is this year's Kansas football team than the 2005 version? This year, the Jayhawks won all the non-conference games they were supposed to, falling on the road against a decent South Florida team. In '05, Kansas played one less out-of-conference game than this season and never slipped up. It even defeated national darling-to be Appalachian State by 28 points. Both the 2005 and 2008 teams faced the same Big 12 Conference slate. Three seasons ago, the Jayhawks took three drubbings at the hands of their Big 12 South opponents — sound familiar? BY ASHER FUSCO afusco@akansan.com Three seasons ago, Kansas fared well (3-2) against North division competition. A season-closing loss to Missouri would give this year's team the same record. In 2005, Kansas finished the regular season 6-5, gaining bowl eligibility by narrowly defeating Iowa State. The Jayhawks went on to dominate Houston thoroughly in the Fort Worth Bowl in a victory that was, at the time, the best moment of coach Mark Mangino's tenure. This season, Kansas will probably finish 6-6 and earn a trip to the Insight Bowl. In that case, the 2008 campaign would be a near-mirror image of the 2005 season, but few fans would feel content with that. On a related note, Kansas basketball officially starts Sunday. ANTHONY COLLINS: PRO FOOTBALL PLAYER, WOMEN'S BASKETBALL ENTHUSIAST What do NFL players do on the rare occasion they get a weekend off? Do they head to the islands for a few days of rest and relaxation? Do they stay in their home city and hit the clubs every night? Do they attend women's basketball exhibition games? Chalk one up for the third option. Former Kansas star and current Cincinnati Bengal Anthony Collins spent his bye weekend in Lawrence, taking in the Jayhawks' Sunday afternoon exhibition THE MORNING BREW matchup against Washburn. It was a good game between two promising squads, and Collins' favorite team came out on top, but I'm sure it wasn't as exciting as what he normally does each Sunday. SPEAKING OF WOMEN'S BASKETBALL... While were on the subject of women's hoops, the Jayhawks deserve some accolades. They got the short end of the scheduling stick this preseason and handled it well. Kansas first faced an atrocious Fort Hays State squad (final score: 93-37). Nice up for the Jayhawks was another opponent from the esteemed Mid-American Intercollegiate Athletics Association — but not just any D-II pushover, Washburn, ranked No. 3 in the nation among Division II teams, came to to Allen Fieldhouse. No biggie, it turns out. The Lady Blues hung with the Jayhawks for a half, but the potent combination of post Krysten Boogaard and wing Danielle McCray carried Kansas to a 16-point victory with dual double-doubles. The regular season begins Friday when Kansas hosts Sacred Heart. Turn the other cheek GRANT JONES JR AZACHE Edited by Andy Greenhaw ASSOCIATED PRESS KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A woman filed a lawsuit against Chiefs running back Larry Johnson a month after saying he spit a drink in her face at a bar and threatened to kill her and her boyfriend. Larry Johnson sued for allegedly spitting pop NFL The lawsuit by Ashley N. Stewart accuses the two-time Pro Bowler of negligence, assault and battery, intentional infliction of emotional distress and negligent infliction of emotional distress. Joe Calzaghe, right, of Britain, lands a punch on Roy Jones Jr. during the fourth round of a boxing match on Sunday at Madison Square Garden in New York. The suit, filed Monday, seeks punitive damages, attorney fees and any other amount a jury deems to be fair. Johnson was charged last month with simple assault for the Oct. 10 incident at Kansas City's Club Blonde. The 28-year-old Johnson was back with the team Monday after being suspended by the NFL for Sunday's game for violating the league's personal conduct policy. KICK THE KANSAN: WEEK TEN Pick games. Beat the Kansan staff. Get your name in the paper. Pick games. Beat the name in the paper your name in the paper This week's games: No. 3 Texas at Kansas No. 10 Georgia at Auburn No. 16 North Carolina at Maryland Arizona at Oregon No. 17 Brigham Young at Air Force Vanderbilt at Kentucky Texas A&M at Baylor Minnesota at Wisconsin Northwestern at Michigan No. 24 Wake Forest at North Carolina State Name: E-mail: Year in school: Year in school: Hometown: Associated Press 1) Only KU students are eligible. 2) Give your name, e-mail, year in school and hometown. 3) Beat the Kansan's best prognosticator and get your name in the paper. 4) Beat all your peers and get your picture and picks in the paper next to the Kansan staff. 5) To break ties, pick the score of the designated game. Submit your picks either to KicktheKansan@kansan.com or to the Kansan business office, located at the West side of Stauffer-Flint Hall, which is between Wescoe Hall and Watson Library. EU ATLANTIS DUAL DEGREE PROGRAM Chemistry Majors... Study in EUROPE Dublin City University Ireland University of Regensburg Germany Application fall 2009: Ireland Application deadline for fall 2009: December 1 $ ^{1 \mathrm{st}} $ For program details and application information, www.studyabroad.ku.edu www.oc.chemie.ui-unigregs.de/atlantis ATLANTIS CHEMISTRY KU OFFICE OF STUDY ABROAD The University of Texas I'm supposed to go to the game on Saturday! I'll be in so much trouble if I call in sick to work again! I have a test tomorrow morning! I can't go on my date feeling like this! WHY DIDN'T I JUST GET A FLU SHOT?! Protect yourself against the flu by getting vaccinated. 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KU STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES Watkins Memorial Health Center 1200 Schwegler Drive • Lawrence, KS 66045 (785) 864-9500 • www.studenthealth.ku.edu **Contributing to Student Success** PHE MANUFACTURER MANUFACTURED - Only current KU students are eligible to be billed for this service. All others must pay at time of service. Medicaid and Medicare are not accepted. --- SPORTS VAS 14 KANSAS FACES EMPORIA TONIGHT THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN Jayhawks hope for improved play from freshmen against the Hornets. MEN'S BASKETBALL | 7A WWW.KANSAN.COM TWO PLAYERS RECEIVE FIRST WEEKLY HONORS TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11,2008 Karina Garlington and Nicole Tate are the first players to be awarded since 2007. VOLLEYBALL |10A HAPPY NEW YEAR PAGE 1B Speculation puts Hawks in Phoenix If the most likely scenario pans out, Kansas will play in the Insight Bowl BY B.J. RAINS rains@kansan.com How does spending New Year's Eve in Phoenix sound? For Kansas football fans, it's becoming a likely possibility. With more than a month left before the college football bowl season begins, the postseason picture is starting to become clearer for Big 12 teams, and the Insight Bowl in Phoenix is looking like the Jayhawks' eventual destination. The scenario is lengthy, confusing and deals with hypotheticals — but it ends with the Jayhawks likely heading out west for the Dec. 31 game. Here it is: The Big 12 Conference is assured of getting two teams in the Bowl Championship Series, or BCS, from the trio of No. 2 Texas Tech, No. 3 Texas and No. 5 Oklahoma. One will likely play for the National Championship and a sec- and will be chosen for one of the other four BCS Bowls — The Orange Bowl, Fiesta Bowl, Sugar Bowl or Rose Bowl. Only two teams from the same conference can play in BCS bowls in the same year, so it's impossible for all three to reach the BCS. The Big 12 has ties with eight bowls and each bowl goes one-by-one in selecting a team that they want. The Cotton Bowl has first pick, followed by the Holiday, Alamo, Sun, Insight, Independence and Texas. The team left out of the BCS will end up in the Cotton Bowl, leaving Oklahoma State, Missouri and Nebraska all ahead of the Jayhawks in the pecking order for a bowl. The Jayhawks, who sit at 6-4, could improve their status and possibly get a better bowl by winning their final two games of the season, but that seems like a slim possibility considering they are both against top-15 teams (No. 3 Texas and No. 12 Missouri). After the Cotton Bowl, the Holiday Bowl could pick Oklahoma State. That leaves Missouri to the Alamo Bowl and Nebraska, with its well-travelling fans, to the Sun Bowl. The seventh pick then would go to the Insight Bowl, with the layhawks being possibly the only other Big 12 team eligible for a bowl with six wins still available to be picked. Kansas State and Colorado each have a chance to become bowl-eligible. but because the Jayhawks beat both teams. Kansas would likely be selected ahead of both if the teams tied at 6-6. The Insight Bowl kicks off at 4:30 p.m. on New Year's Eve and is televised by the NFL Network. It would match the Jayhawks against the sixth-rated team from the Big 10 Conference. Collegefootballnews.com currently projects that Kansas will play northwestern in the Insight Bowl. If the unlikely scenario plays out, and the Big 12 only gets one team in the BCS, then the Jayhawks would slide down to the Independence Bowl in Shreveport, La. While these scenarios are speculation, its almost certain that Kansas will be going to a bowl somewhere. In 2006 the Jayhawks were 6-6 but were skipped over for a bowl because all of the Big 12 bowls were filled up with better teams. But there doesn't appear to be enough teams that will have the required six wins in the Big 12 this season — guaranteeing that the Jayhawks' worst pos INDEPENDENCE BOWL 566 MILES VALSEO ALAMO BOWL ALAMO BOWL 780 MILES TEXAS BOWL 758 MILES SUN BOWL 905 MILES INSIGHT BOWL 1,172 MILES Insight TEMPE + ALAMO BOWL INSIGHT BOWL 1,172 MILES Insight TEMPE-ARIZONA Insight TEMPE • ARIZONA A look at the three most likely destinations for the Jayhawks come bowl season. Insight Bowl Insight Bowl Dec. 31, 4:30 p.m., Tempe, Ariz. NFL Network Tie-Ins: Big 10 No. 6 vs. Big 12 No. 6 Sun Bowl Dec. 31, 1 p.m., El Paso, Texas, CBS Tie-ins: Big 12/Big East/ Notre Dame vs. Pac-10 No. 3 PetroSun Independence Bowl Dec, 28, 7 pm, Shreveport, La, ESPN Tie-ins: Big 12 No. 7 vs. SEC No. 8 (Or Sun Belt if no big 12 or SEC team available) Graphic by Drew Bergman COMMENTARY Kansas shouldn't dwell on Saturday BY ALEX DUFEK adufek@kansan.com Kansas dropped the ball in Lincoln - literally and figuratively. Kansas literally dropped it on special teams. They mishandled punts and kicks. Kansas's average field position was an eye-popping 12 yards worse than Nebraska's. That's tough to overcome on the road in a hostile environment. The first punt and kickoff returns weren't even caught out of the air. On both occasions the ball nearly ricocheted off the return man and then rolled by him. The punt was downed by Nebraska, and Kansas managed next to nothing on the kick return. Marcus Herford, a pre-season All-American, was fantastic last year, but he has been a disappointment this season. Freshman receiver Daymond Patterson impressed many in the non-conference season and thrilled the crowd with spectacular returns. That's all in the past now. It's straight up scary to watch Patterson field pints these days. The special team's success is in the past, along with Kansas' 5-1 record to start the season. However, the special teams weren't even close to the worst aspect in Saturday's loss. It's the fact that the team mishandled a terrific opportunity. The Jayhawks had their best chance to win in Lincoln in the last 40 years and they let it slip by. SEEDUFEK ON PAGE 10A SOCCER Jayhawks make NCAA tournament BY ANDREW WIEBE awiebe@kansan.com But in the back of her mind she tried to stay positive, refusing to believe her career at Kansas was concluding without any tournament appearances. "All day I just thought that this wasn't going to be the end of the season for me," Bush said. Jessica Bush didn't have time to dwell on Kansas' uncertain NCAA tournament fate yesterday. The senior midfielder had more urgent things on her plate, namely a microbiology exam. After suffering heartbreak at the hands of the selection committee in 2005, Kansas earned an at-large bid largely on its strength of schedule and performance against ranked teams. Francis's team was 40th in RPI when the most recent rankings were released and can count eight NCAA Tournament teams among its opponents this season. The jahwaks (12-7-2) will make their fourth NCAA Tournament appearance in the 14-year history of the program when they meet Sun Belt Conference champions Denver (19-2-2) in Palo Alto, Calif., on Friday. Kansas is 3-3 in three previous appearances, all coming under coach Mark Francis' guidance. The Jayhawks best showing was in 2003 when they advanced to the Sweet Sixteen before falling to No. 2 UCLA 1-0. Turns out she had nothing to worry about. Kansas was among the 64-team tournament field for the first time since 2004, joining five other Big 12 teams in the chase for the NCAA Championship. Kansas watched the selection show as a team, and Bush said the squad let out a loud shriek when the bracket was announced. SEE SOCCER ON PAGE 10A Jon Goering/KANSAN MEN'S BASKETBALL KANSAS 11 Freshman forward Quintrell Thomas shoots a free throw during Tuesday's game against Washburn. He finished with 10 points and six rebounds in 14 minutes. Jon Goering Freshman rocks the rebound but strives to shine offensively BY CASE KEEFER ckeefer@kansan.com Coach Bill Self asked his players to fill out a short questionnaire during the first week of practice. Freshman guard Tyshawn Taylor thought one question on the sheet was easy: "Which player will be the biggest surprise?" He quickly jotted down freshman forward Quintrell Thomas and moved on to the next question. "I put him on my paper because I think he's going to be really good," Taylor said. "He's going to surprise some people." Thomas' performance surprised Self. While the rest of the freshmen struggled, Thomas thrived. He played physical below the basket and frequently worked his way to the foul line, making six-of-eight free throws. Taylor's proclamation proved to be prophetic in Kansas' first exhibition game of the season, a 98-79 victory against Washburn. Thomas, who was the least-heralded of the Jayhawks' seven newcomers, finished with 10 points and six rebounds in 14 minutes. He said Thomas was sent in to the game to rebound and show off his strength in the paint, but Self said he wasn't confident that would happen after two weeks of practice. He said he thought Thomas was behind the rest of the freshman class. "If you're going to grade our newcomers, he's probably graded out fifth as a freshman in practice," Self said. "In practice leading up to that point, he's been thinking instead of playing." Against Washburn, he just played. Since SEE QUINTRELL ON PAGE 10A WE RS ADVENTURING ACROSS EURASIA Seniors plan for massive road trip in Mongol Rally. | 4A A JAYHAWKS BLOW OUT HORNETS IN EXHIBITION Kansas tops the century mark in 103-58 victory. SPORTS | 1B THE STUDENT VOICE SINCE 1904 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSA 1 KAISAN 14 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2008 SUA WWW.KANSAN.COM VOLUME 120 ISSUE 60 Second-year contestant wins Project Runway BY BRANDY ENTSMINGER bentsminger@kansan.com Bonnie Croisant's fierce designs won the Student Union Activities Project Runway competition last night. Croisant, Humboldt senior, beat out four other design teams with her three garments featuring lederhosen-style pants, a Samurai-warrior-inspired top and a hand-dyed dress with a long slit up the side. Croisant said she set high standards for herself after losing the competition last year. "It was my last chance." Croisant said. SUA awarded Croisant $500 for winning the competition. She said she planned to give the money to her mother because her mother recently bought Croisant a computer after Croisant's broke. SUA provided the judges with specific criteria to use while judging the garments. The criteria included craftsmanship, fit, how well the designers responded to the challenge and overall appeal. Christian Siriano, winner of season four of Bravo's "Project Runway," Katie Hunt, Memphis senior and winner of the 2007 SUA competition and Natasha Kastl, 2006 graduate and manager of Epic Apparel, judged the competition. Hunt said she would also be looking for unexpected designs and details on the garments. Croisant used the armor of Samurai warriors for inspiration in the Asian-Inspired challenge. The top of her garment was collared, with pleats down the front. She said she felt as though she knew exactly what to do with the design and systematically measured strips of fabric for the pleats. Kastli said Croissant took risks and was the most unpredictable of the contestants. She said the judges based the final decision on her concepts, although there was room for improvement with her sewing. Croisant said her innovative designs came through experimentation. "I come up with ideas and just try to make them," Croisant said. "The top is fabulous" Soriano said "I'm telling you: Sell that top" The models walked the runway under Christmas lights and paper cranes. Spencer Titus, Newton sophomore, said members of the SUA Cultural Arts SEE RUNWAY ON PAGE 8A Transgender speaker to visit Burge LGBT Davis, a member of the transgender community, provides students with information about the "T" in LGBT. KU Queers and Allies will recognize Transgender Awareness Day today with the help of Debra Davis. NEW SLATE OF CLASSES FULL STORY PAGE 3A Jon Goering/KANSAN Students at the Fregenet School in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, practice writing Amharic on the chalkboard during recess. The University is starting classes in Amharic, the official language of Ethiopia, beginning in the spring semester. $1.4M grant adds Amharic courses 10-10-2000 DAYS OF THE WEEK MONDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY 7 8 9 10 7 18 19 20 26 27 28 4 35 36 2 43 44 50 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z אַשְׁפָה זִכּוֹן שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל? שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל שֶׁבֵל Few universities in the United States offer course in the official working language of Ethiopia BY SACHIKO MIYAKAWA smiyakawa@kansan.com The department of African and African-American Studies will start an Amharic language course in Spring 2009 courtesy of a $1.4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education. Amharic is a Semitic language spoken mainly in Ethiopia and parts of Eritrea and Sudan. The department created the course for students like Gabrielle McCully, Overland Park graduate student, who recently volunteered to provide medical care in Yebeton, Ethiopia. McCully did not know Amharic is the official language of Ethiopia, and it is spoken by more than 17 million people in the country. Only a few U.S. institutions have Amharic programs. Amharic before visiting Ethiopia, but she learned some on her trips there during the summers of 2006 and 2008. Because McCully attends the KU Medical School in Kansas City, Kan., she won't be able to take this class. She is planning another trip and said that if the class were available in Kansas City, she would take it to a travel such as historical dynasties involving King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba. He said other students wanted to study archaeology in Ethiopia, where archaeologists discovered Lucy, the 3-million-year-old skeleton, in 1974. Ukpokodu said that some refugees from Ethiopia lived in the Kansas City area and that some of them didn't speak English, so people who understood Amharic could be resources for the refugees. Peter Ukpokodu, chairman of African and African-American Studies, said the department was offering the course in response to student demand. He said some students were interested in studying anthropology and the history of Ethiopia. "Ethiopia has never been colonized by Europeans," Ukpokodu said. "Ethiopia has rich history." take it to make travel easier. Ukpokodu said the department was in the process of hiring an instructor. Only the first-level elementary class will be offered in the spring. He said a second-level Amharic course would eventually be offered so students could fill the foreign PETER UKPOKODU Chairman of African and African-American Studies He said that because several international organizations had regional offices in Ethiopia, students could have an advantage by learning Amharic. "Ethiopia has never been colonized by Europeans. Ethiopia has rich history." Although McCully said she had heard about poverty, AIDS and inadequate medical care in the area before her trip, she language requirement of College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. He said he also wanted to develop an exchange program with a university in Ethiopia. Shiferaw Assefa, Africana librarian and bibliographer at the University, will supervise the Amhari program at the University. write Amharic hello: how are you (to a girl): how are you (to a boy): thank you: found welcoming and generous people and a beautiful landscape. She said the trip made her decide she wanted to work for a medical missionary after finishing school. McCully said she was surprised the language would be added to the state of African languages already taught at the University because it wasn't as widely spoken as others. Other languages available through the department include Arabic, Haitian, Hausa, KiSwahili and Wolof. French and Wolof. He said studying a non-European language exposed him to different ways of thinking and culture. "It allows me to explore something very different and look at people and the world in different ways," he said. For example, he said that in Wolof, there was no direct translation for family; instead, people use the phrase "people of the house." Steven Groene, Salina senior, spent a semester in Senegal in 2007 and studied — Edited by Lauren Keith index --- Classifieds...2B Opinion...7A Crossword...6A Sports...1B Horoscopes...6A Sudoku...6A All contents, unless stated otherwise, © 2008 The University Daily Kansan A MAN HANDS A ROCK BACK TO THE MOUNTAIN. ARCHAEOLOGISTS FIND NEW PYRAMID The 4,300-year-old Egyptian pyramid is under an ancient burial site. INTERNATIONAL | 5A weather A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z TODAY 53 40 AM clouds/PM sun THURSDAY 63 41 FRIDAY 55 33 Partly cloudy/wind wyneths.gov Cloudy 2A --- NEWS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANAN WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2018 quote of the day "As you go through life, you've got to see the valleys as well as the peaks." Neil Young fact of the day Neil Young's birth name was Neil Percival Kenneth Robert Ragland Young. Source: TV.com most e-mailed Here's a list of the five most e-mailed stories from Kansan. com: 1. Insight Bowl most likely scenario for Jayhawks 2. 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Postmaster: Send address to The University Daily Kansan, 119 Stauffer-Flint Hall, 1435 Jayhawk Blvd.,Lawrence, KS 66045 media partners CONTRIBUTED PHOTO KUJH For more news in KUJH Sunflower Broadband Channel 31 in Lawrence. The student-produced news airs at 5:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m., 9:30 p.m, and 11:30 p.m., every Monday through Friday. Also, check KUH online at tv.ku.edu. KHK is the student voice in radio. Each day there is news, music, sports, talk shows and other content made for students, by students who participate 'n roll or reggae, sports or speci 9.7 for we. g07 kjh4 KU alumna working on third novel LITERATURE Author Karen Stolz credits professor and speakers for inspiring her writing Joe and Kathy Alumna Karen Stolz, here with her son, Danny Spence, has published two novels and is working on a work. Stolz said she was inspired to write during her time at the University. BY JON KALEUGHER editor@kansan.com When Karen Stolz was in third grade, she decided she wanted to be a writer. "The teacher would read us stories and I thought, "That's what I want to do," said Stolz, a 1980 graduate and author. She began writing in junior high and became more serious in high school and college. "I always enjoyed reading Flannery O'Connor and J.D Salinger when I was coming up, and it definitely helped me with my writing," she said. After a brief stint at Emporia State University, she transferred to the University of Kansas during her sophomore year. That was when her publishing career began, "Rendezvous," an on-campus literary magazine, published one of her stories. "I was always an English major, but it wasn't until I decided I wanted to go to graduate school that I became more serious about writing," she said. Stolz said retired professor Alan Lichter, whose specialty was poetry but who also taught fiction, helped her become serious about writing. Several guest speakers, including Alice Walker and Gail Godwin, also helped confirm her interest in writing. After graduating in 1980, she took her writing north to the Masters of Fine Arts program and the Writers' Workshop at the University of Iowa. "I wanted to stay in the Midwest," she said, "and it also didn't hurt that it was one of the best MFA programs in the nation." From there she went on to teach in Austin, Texas, before settling at Pittsburg State University in 2005, where she is now an assistant professor of creative writing. "Hearing good writers read inspired me," she said. In 2000 she had her first book published. It was a collection of consecutive short stories called "World of Pies." The novel, which explores a Texas family's life, was reviewed in Publishers' Weekly, featured in People magazine and published in six countries. "During that period there was a lot written about dysfunctional families, and people responded to the book," she said. "It was good to know that a happy family could be out there." Her second novel was "Fanny and Sue," which intertwined the lives of identical twins into a single story set during the Great Depression in St. Louis, Stolz's birthplace. "I got to interview my dad, who grew up there, for background for the story," Stolz said. "It's basically homage to my dad and mom's childhood and the period they grew up in." She is now working on her third novel, tentatively titled "Arvetta," which she is coauthoring with Herman Wright. "It's a novel based on real events, about Herman's grandmother's life in rural black East Texas," she said. The book is still being finetuned and has no timetable for publication. Keeping the Jayhawk tradition alive is her son, Danny Spence, a Pittsburg junior majoring in film. Spence is production director and hip-hop director for KJHK. He is also a hip-hop performer. Edited by Scott R. Toland America's First Dog or Nair's new mascot? CINNAMON ASSOCIATED PRESS A four-month old puppy called "Machu Pichu" is seen in Lima on Tuesday. The owners of the animal, a Peruvian Hairless Dog, have offered it to President-elect Barack Obama. Obama has promised his daughter a new pet for the White House, but one of them is allergic to most breeds. The owners of the Peruvian Hairless Dog said it was perfect for kids who were sensitive to dogs. ODD NEWS N.C. to auction jewelry confiscated in drug busts RALEIGH, N.C. — If you're in the market for a diamond- The department hopes to studded gold gorilla pendant, the North Carolina Department of Revenue may have just what youre looking for — thanks to busted drug dealers. auction hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of jewelry — including a $38,000 watch and a $23,000 gold pendant depicting Jesus — confiscated during drug busts over the past year by the department's unauthorized substances division. Red Lyon Tavern with a face of sparkling yellow, pink and blue stones forming the continents on a world map. A silver-colored men's Breitling 1884 chronometre watch is listed at $38,000. Necklaces, rings and bracelets will be available alongside more unique items, such as a $29,500 Jacob & Co. five time zone watch The diamond gorilla has a stone missing, but it's still appraised at $21,600. Red Lyon Tavern Associated Press Red Lyon Tavern 爱 Red Lion Cat The play "Sweeney Todd" will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Lied Center. The lecture "Ordinary Women, Ordinary Evil: The SS Aufseherinnen of the Nazi Camp System" will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Malott Room in the Kansas Union. The film "Reves de Poussiere (Dreams of Dust)," a part of the Tournees French Film Festival, will be shown at 7:30 p.m. in Woodruff Auditorium in the Kansas Union. University Support Staff Senate will begin at 10:30 a.m. in the International Room in the Kansas Union. "A Journey into Canada's Great Bear Rainforest" will begin at 7 p.m. in 106 Spooner Hall. The seminar "Behind the Scenes at Kansas Public Radio/Audio-Reader" will begin at noon in Broadcasting Hall. KU1nfo daily KU info "Federalist Society:'Resolved'-1973 War Powers Resolution Discussion" will begin at 4 p.m. in 127 Green Hall. The United Nations has declared 2008 the International Year of the Potato. You can learn more at www.potato2008.org. The lecture "The Spiritual Origin of the Drama: Baldwin, Osiris, Dionysus, Eshu and the Bible" will begin at 7 p.m. in the Conference Hall in Hall Center. Danny Manning Book Signing will begin at 2:30 p.m. in Oread Books in the Kansas Union. A touch of Irish in downtown Lawrence 944 Massachusetts 832-8228 The lecture University Forum 90 Years Later: What's New at the National World War I Museum" will begin at noon in the ECM Center. contact us Flu Immunization Clinic will begin at 10 a.m. in the Rotunda in Strong Hall. Tell us your news Contact Mate Erickson, Mark Dale Jones, Brianna Hawley or Mary Swain 864-848-10 or kansas. on campus Kansas newsroom 111 Stauffer-Flint Hall 113 Jayhawk 81xd. 114 Frost 81xd. (758) 864-8410 A Journey into Canada's Great Bear Rainforest 7pm, November 12, 2008, Spooner Hall (on the KU Campus) Free Admission A multi-media presentation by Award winning photographer, conservationist, and one of TIME magazine's "Leaders for the 21st Century" Ian McAllister Sponsored by The Commons and William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications with support from Phi Beta Delta For more information: thecommons@ku.edu EU ATLANTIS DUAL DEGREE PROGRAM Chemistry Majors... Study in EUROPE Dublin City University Ireland University of Regensburg Germany Application deadline for fall 2009: December $1^{st}$ For program details and application information, visit: www.studyabroad.ku.edu www-oc.chemie.uni-regensburg.de/atlantis ATLANTIS CHEMISTRY KU OFFICE OF STUDY ABROAD The University of Rang to this week's winner of the ANC Threatre contest Congratulations! Jennifer Newlin Jon Sabillion Jessica Shannon Andrew Shoemaker Barbara Erickson Sarah Fettke Collin Davidson Alison McAfee came closest in their guesses to the actual Kansas vs. Nebraska score. Please come by Stauffer Flint Rm 119 to CLAIM YOUR PRIZEL KANSAN.com AMC THEATRES THE UNIVERSITY DAIRY KANSAN VEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2008 NEWS 3A LGBT Speaker sheds light on life as a transgender person BY JOE PREINER jpreiner@kansan.com Debra Davis is a hugger. She describes herself as a parent, grandmother, good friend and good neighbor. She's also a transgender person. Davis will be relating her experiences in her presentation "Transgender: The New Face on Campus" at 7 p.m. at the Courtside Room in the Burge Union. Today is Queens and Allies Transgender Awareness Day, which is one reason Davis will be on campus this week. Davis focuses her presentations on her life as a transgender person. The presentation, of which Davis has given more than 1.000, has taken her to campuses across the Midwest, including previous visits to the University. Davis said she enjoyed speaking at each school because of the experiences she had at each one. She said people often asked her what it was like to transition from male to female. Davis dedicates a portion of her time to tell stories about her life and the transition process, which started when she was a high school librarian. She also reserves time for questions from the audience. She said being led in new directions by the students' curiosity was the most exciting part of her tours around the Midwest during the past several years. Ashlynn Horras, Knoxville, Iowa, junior, and member of KU Queers and Allies, said she had attended Davis' presentation on a previous visit. Horras said the presentation was effective because Davis was open and honest about transgender people. Horras, a Queers and Allies member, said members of the LGBT "The T part of LGBT gets ignored or marginalized too often," Horras said. "I never know where people will bring me," Davis said. "That's what's really fun about it. Plus, I'm hard to embarrass, so people can ask anything." People in the LGBT community aren't the only ones who sometimes ignore transgender people, Davis said. She said that her identity didn't revolve around being a transgender person, but sometimes that was all people chose to see. "People just struggle with diversity," Davis said, "no matter what it is." community, which stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender, sometimes failed to realize that the community was more diverse than gay and lesbian. Davis said although she was generally well-received, people at some schools had not been as accepting. Davis said she had received hate mail and death threats scribbled on the sidwalk in front of venues where she was scheduled to speak. Schools have advised her on several occasions to allow guards to accompany her during her visits. Shaikhly refused the offer. She kindly refused the offers. "I go where I'm asked because people are curious," Davis said. "No one is required to be there. We all need to be accepting and loving." CONTRIBUTED PHOTO Rachel Gadd-Nelson, Kansas City, Kan., sophomore and public relations manager for Queers and Allies, said awareness for transgender people would not come immediately, despite the efforts of people such as Davis. She said that misunderstandings regarding transgender people were common, even in the gay and lesbian community. Gadd-Nelson said the problem stemmed from difficulty defining gender for transgender people. Davis said the point of her presentation was to explain how people became transgender individuals. She said the issue was not clear-cut. Alison "I don't know if I ever understand the whole thing." Davis said. Nelson said Davis' presentation soild help people understand Debra Davis will visit the University to speak about her experiences as a transgender person night at 7. She has given many presentations at campuses around the Midwest in recent years. more diverse communities. Hortas said accessibility to diversity was what college was all about. not just in the credits we're enrolled in." "We're college students and we're here to learn." Horas said. "And Edited by Mary Sorrick Student Senate funded by: THIS WEEK ON CAMPUS November 12, 2008 KNOW WHERE YOUR FOOD CAME FROM? Probably at least 1500 miles from Lawrence. Why should this matter to you? AFRICA SOUTH AMERICA Come And Find Out What Local People Are Doing About It! LAWRENCE'S LOCAL FOOD AND LOCALVORES Presentation by DAN NAGENGAST of the Kansas Rural Center Open discussion moderated by SIMRAN SETHI With local growers, entrepreneurs, and educators. 6:00 PM Thursday Nov.13th ECM 1204 Oread Sponsors: KU Environs, E.A.R.T.H, Oxfam KU, Lawrence Fair Trade envirom EARTH Oxfam America RUN ALL FOR TWO WEEKS! all located on the 3rd floor of the Kansas Union! For more information/questions e-mail slam@ku.edu All students are encouraged audition. Bring in one or two monologue(s) equaling up to 2 minutes. THE SERVICE LEARNING AMBASSADORS invites You to COMPLETE your certification by attending reflection sessions: The Multicultural Theatre Initiative, or MTI, is a body started this year at the University of Kansas. The MTI seeks to create diverse thought-provoking entertainment using artists and resources that vary the cultural nature of the piece of theatre while preserving and enhancing the story. Any and all students interested Homework for Friday: Attend services in Woodruff Auditorium at 6 P.M. Enjoy dinner in the Ballroom at 7 P.M. ROCK CHALK SHABBAT Kansas Union November 14, 2008 Extra Credit:*Bring non-perishables for harvesters or donations for Chad Fellows *Stay the whole night and receive prizes from the annual raffle and enhancing the story. Any and all students interested in being involved in the MTI in any way should contact Tosin Morohunfola at Tobam88@ku.edu. PRODUCTION: For Colored Girls by Ntozake Shange AUDITION DATES: November 16,3-6pm November 17,7-10pm Callbacks on Nov. 18th from 6-10pm. AUDITION LOCATION: Room 341,Murphy Hall 11/11 2:30 - 3:30 pm Alcove J 11/12 10-11 am Alcove A 11/13 6-7 pm Alcove J 11/19 6-7pm Alcove B 11/20 12:1pm Alcove J 11/21 2-3 pm Alcove J Multicultural Theatre Initiative (MTI) Auditions definition: (rok chawk sha-baht) 1. the largest Shabbat celebration ever at KD 2. a time spent with over 500 family and friends 3. the place to be on November 14th GARY CORNWATER KU Hillel TAY LONNERIE Presents...Professor Robert Turner, University of Virginia School of Law "Resolved: The 1973 War Powers Resolution is Unconstitutional, Unnecessary, Unwise, and ought to be Repealed." WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2008 4:00-5:00pm Green Hall (Law School Building) Room 127 The 7th Annual Career Development Conference Friday, November 21, 2008 at the 4th floor of the Kansas Union 12:30-5:00pm Open to ALL KU students, free of charge! Attend interactive workshops, compete in a case competition, and gain valuable knowledge from a panel of speakers. Who: Delta Delta Delta Sorority What: Hot Chocolate Stand When: Nov.17th-Nov.20th 9:00 am - 1:00 pm each day Why: To support St.Jude Children's Research Hospital Where: Wescoe Beach Cost:$1 per cup & any extra donations are appreciated! THE KU MARKETING CLUB PRESENTS THE FEDERALIST SOCIETY KU Cultural India Club diya diva --- Online experience a night of Indian culture by celebrating 'Diwali' with us. Indian dance and music performances followed by delectable Indian cuisine When: Nov. 16th, 2008 (6:00 pm) Where: Woodruff Auditorium, Kansas Union 1301 Jayhawk Blvd. Lawrence, KS 66045 Admission: FREE Indian Dinner: Members: $7 / Non-members: $10 Dinner tickets can be bought at the venue Nonmembers: $10 dinner ticket Visit us : http://groups.ku.edu/~kuiindia/ Alternative Spring Break with Lutheran Campus Ministry Everyone is invited to come and learn about this opportunity to join in community service and to sightsee in the Big Apple. Informational meeting Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 8:00 p.m. Lutheran Campus Ministry *18 East 13th St. Interested? Email: juliejh@ku.edu The Multicultural Theatre Initiative (MTI) presents... BLUE/ORANGE (a play about race and racial perceptions) Saturday and Sunday, November 15 & 16, 2008 @ 7:30 PM Soundstage at KU's Oldfather Studios 1621 W 9th St., Lawrence, KS 66044 FREE. Donations accepted. Limited seating---please arrive early! --- 4A NEWS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANAN WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2008 ROAD TRIPPIN' I'll just use the same layout and text as in the image. Actually, the text is at the bottom of the image. Let's re-read the text again. "WESTERN LIFE" "STREET ART" "CINEMAS" "THEATER" "FILM" "THEATRES" "FOREIGN FILMS" "THEATER Grant Willie, Lawrence senior in Spanish and political science, and Andrew Schmidt, Lawrence senior in history and business, portray themselves as two men trying to right way down an unmarked road. Willie and Schmidt will begin an adventure from Spain to Mongolia, crossing up to 25 countries during a three-to-five week road trip to raise money for charities. “It’s cool — we’re not taking highways, it’s just going to the back road,” Schmidt said. For more information visit www.grantwillifelawrence.com. Navigating the trip of a lifetime KU seniors to embark on month-long trip across up to 25 Eurasian countries BY MICHAEL HOLTZ mholtz@kansan.com Grant Willie and Andrew Schmidt are seasoned travelers, to say the least. These Lawrence seniors' combined log — including a 1,700-mile motorcycle trip to Durango, Colo., a 500-mile pilgrimage on foot across Spain and a summer spent couch-surfing in Russia — attests to their immense love of adventure. "It's not a vacation unless something really fucking happens." Schmidt said, proclaiming a kind of self-guiding motto. Schmidt and Willie's fervent desire for adventure, curiosity for new cultural experiences and determination to one-up themselves has led them to their next challenge — the Mongol Rally. The Mongol Rally is a road trip starting in Madrid on July 18, last three to five weeks and stretching across up to 25 countries. Schmidt and Willie will be among the rally's participants. If they make it to the finish line, they will have crossed one-third of the globe. "This is the kind of thing we do." Willie said. "Were adventurers, or misadventurers" Along the way they'll drive through multiple mountain ranges, the Gobi desert and Georgia, a region of recent military conflict en route to their final destination; Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Grant Slater, a journalist from Norman, Okla., will join Schmidt and Willie for the rally. Schmidt befriended Slater while couch-surfing across Russia last summer. Together they form Team Flat Landers. Schmidt said Slater was an excellent linguist and was familiar with a variety of customs. "He'll have a better idea of those sorts of things once we get further Photo Illustration by Julianne Kueffer/KANSAN Grant Willie and Andrew Schmidt will add the Mongol Rally to their long list of world-traveling adventures. They plan to buy an off-road Russian vehicle to complete the trip. Each team in the rally must design its own route to Mongolia, where the trip's finish line is located. Photo Illustration by Juliana Kueffer/KANSAN east," Schmidt said. As a rule, each team is responsible for mapping its own route. Because support vehicles are not allowed, no team is guaranteed to finish — let alone survive — the arduous journey. But Schmidt and Willie seem determined. "Let's put it this way," Schmidt said. "If I have to ride a bicycle all the "As long as we don't get shot, or kidnapped, or thrown in jail we should be fine." way to the Ulaanbaatar, I'm going to do it." ciated with the rally. They have designed a team Web site to help their fundraising efforts. Schmidt and Willie are looking for donations and sponsorships to help cover the various costs asso- "We've set our cash goal at $20,000 through sponsorships to In order to qualify for the rally, participants' cars must have an engine displacement no greater than 1.2 liters. Teams must donate 1,000 euros, or $1,275, to one of Mongol Rally's affiliated charities as a required fee. If the Flat Landers are among the teams lucky enough to cross the finish line, their car will be donated to a charity in Mongolia as well. Schmidt and Willie recognize the high probability of their car breaking down. Having rebuilt a totaled '93 Honda Accord in high school, Schmidt feels prepared to tackle any engine problems the Flat Landers might encounter. "When we're in Eastern Europe, we need a car we'll be able to find parts for," Willie said. "We're thinking about getting a Lada Niva, an off-road Russian vehicle. It's supposed to be as comfortable as sitting on cinder blocks." "I've got a good background being an amateur mechanic," Schmidt said. ANDREW SCHMIDT Lawrence senior help pay for expenses and $20,000 for charity," Willi said. such as supplies, visas, plane tickets, a car and even bribes for local police. The money they collect, aside from charity donations, will be spent on various expenses. "They'll sit out in local towns and flag you over. They'll shake you down if they want." Willie said. "Or you give them five bucks and they'll let you go." Schmidt added. Although no participants have died in the rally's 4-year history, participants have been robbed, hospitalized, incarcerated and put in many other detrimental if not life-threatening situations, Grant and Willie said. Guns are not allowed in the rally. Luckily for the Flat Landers, Willie, a muscular 22-year-old, is an active member of the Haskell University Boxing Club. They hope Willie's size will intimidate whomever may attempt to impede their journey. "As long as we don't get shot, or kidnapped, or thrown in jail we should be fine." Willie said. For Schmidt and Willie, the Mongol Rally is the pinnacle of all adventures. It is, in a sense, the ultimate challenge for these two battle-tested adventurers — one that will push their physical endurance, mental wits and all-around courage to the limit. "I did a lot of couch-surfing in Russia and found it to be not as hard as I had imagined," Schmidt said. "The Mongol rally is the next step. I need to find something that could plausibly defeat me." And defeat them it may. One engine malfunction, slight misjudgment or unforeseen misfortune may jeopardize and ultimately thwart Schmidt and Willie's hopes of crossing the finish line. Though Schmidt and Willie are confident and determined, they admitted that finishing the race wasn't the only measurement of a successful trip. "The point of this race is not the finish line," Willie said. "It's the experiences you have in between." Regardless of how prepared they are come July 18, Schmidt and Willie are willing to accept and anticipate a certain degree of error. In fact, unexpected challenges are the part of the Mongol Rally they're most looking forward to. If Schmidt and Willie successfully arrive in Ulaanbaatar, what's next? Unlike competitive racing rallies, there is no such thing as winning the Mongol Rally. A grand prize or trophy is simply not the point, and Schmidt and Willie couldn't agree more. "The goal is to be unprepared to a certain extent," Schmidt said. "We'll be as prepared as we need to be to plausibly make it to the finish line." "It's about understanding the world that I'm interconnected with better," Willie said. "These are countries I'll hear about for the rest of my life. It'll be nice to have actually been there." "Let's put it this way," Schmidt said. "I'm fulfilling a bucket list before I even should be." HEALTH Study reports exercise ineffective against heart failure ASSOCIATED PRESS BY MARILYNN MARCHIONE NEW ORLEANS — Exercise can do a lot of good for most people, but it apparently isn't much help to those with heart failure, the fastest-growing heart problem in the United States. The study — the largest ever of exercise in patients whose hearts don't pump enough blood — left many doctors disappointed. Results were reported Tuesday at Although there were some encouraging trends and clear benefits for certain people, exercise failed to deliver on the main goal—keeping people out of the hospital and improving their survival rates. an American Heart Association conference. "It's a shame," said Dr. Harlan Krumholz, a quality-of-care researcher at Yale University who had no role in the study, "Exercise is not that magic elixir that we had hoped," at least for these patients. About 5 million Americans have heart failure. It kills more than 300,000 of them and accounts for a million hospitalizations each year. Those numbers are expected to grow as the nation's population gets older. The condition occurs when the heart muscle weakens over time and can no longer pump effectively. Fluid can back up into the lungs, leaving people gurgling and gasping for breath as they struggle to climb stairs or walk around the block. Exercise has long been known to prevent heart disease and help heart attack patients recover, but smaller, previous studies have made conflicting findings about whether it helps heart failure patients or even is safe for them. Doctors had hoped that exercise would prove as effective as drugs for these patients, sparing them the cost and potential side effects. The study involved 2,231 people with moderate heart failure in the United States, Canada and Europe. They were randomly placed in two groups - one given usual care and the other usual care plus an exercise training program. Exercisers were given 36 supervised training sessions lasting half All of the patients were getting optimal medical care, with more than 90 percent on an ideal mix of medicines. Those who needed them also had implanted heart devices to maintain rhythm. It was led by Dr. Christopher O'Connor at Duke University. an hour three times a week. After 18 such sessions, they were given a treadmill or an exercise bike to use at home, for five 40-minute sessions each week. Three months into the study, only half were exercising at least three times a week for 40 minutes. After one year, only one-fourth were exercising five times a week The fact so few stuck with the exercise program made it difficult to show a positive result, O'Connor said. 6A THE UNIVERSITY HARRY KANSAN ENTERTAINMENT WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2008 SUDOKU Sudoku is a number-placing puzzle based on a 9x9 grid with several given numbers. The object is to place the numbers 1 to 9 in the empty squares so that each row, each column and each 3x3 box contains the same number only once. The difficulty level of the Concepte Sudoku increases from Monday to Sunday. Conceptis SudoKu Concepts Sudoku By Dave Green | | | | | | 4 | 7 | | | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | | | | 2 | | | 8 | | | | | | | 6 | | | 2 | 1 | | | 4 | 9 | | | 6 | 3 | | | | 6 | | | 2 | 3 | 5 | | 9 | | | 5 | | | | | | | 6 | | | | 2 | | | | | | 4 | | | | | 7 | 3 | 8 | 2 | 9 | | | | | | | 9 | | 7 | | | | Answer to previous puzzle Difficulty Level ★★★ 9 3 7 4 8 6 2 5 1 6 8 5 1 2 7 9 3 4 4 1 2 9 5 3 8 6 7 2 5 1 6 7 9 4 8 3 7 9 3 2 4 8 6 1 5 8 4 6 3 1 5 7 9 2 5 6 8 7 3 4 1 2 9 1 7 9 5 6 2 3 4 8 3 2 4 8 9 1 5 7 6 NUCLEAR FOREHEAD HEY JAKE MEET MY NEW CIRLIEFRIEND OH... I THOUGHT SHED BE... OPOSSUM... WHAT? THIS CAUSE I'M OPOSSUM I HAVE TO DATE SOMEANNE WHO IS OPOSSUM? NO, THAT'S NOT... YOU ARE A JERK FINE, MATRE I'LL WATCH A OPOSSUM. YEAH RIGHT, OPOSSUM LADIES DON'T GO FOR WHITE GUYS. I DON'T GET IT... PUT IT AT THE BOTTOM... MARK DESIGN EDITORS SKETCHBOOK JACOB BURGHART My finger-guy is faster than your finger-guy. Plus, he has cute little shoes. DREW STEARNS JESUS AND JOE DIMAGGIO Yes, Punkin, you know how they make banana chips? You were hoping it was magic, weren't you? So when I see crunchy bananas I think "witchcraft." Sue me! I mean, C'mon. MAX RINKEL SEARCH FOR THE AGGRO CRAG Now, is something wrong? You look like zombie... I can't stop talking Haiku form is a disney This contagious spreads On my God you've right Once you are omitted to me Takes over your mind! Hey, you guys Okay's For the love of God Run now, save yourself From it! Before you die no late! CELEBRITY Aniston says Jolie shared inappropriate details NICK MCMULLEN NEW YORK — Jennifer Aniston says Angelina Jolie was out of line when she spilled details about her relationship with Brad Pitt while they were filming "Mr. & Mrs. Smith." cember issue of Vogue, Aniston talks about the magazine's 2007 profile of Jolie, who talked about growing chummy with Pitt — then married to Aniston — while shooting the action film in 2004. In an interview in the De- "There was stuff printed there that was definitely from a time when I was unaware that it was happening." Aniston says. "I felt those details were a little inappropriate to discuss. That stuff about how she couldn't wait to get to work every day? That was really uncool! Jolie recently told The New York Times that she and Pitt fell in love on the "Mr. & Mrs. Smith" set Pitt and Aniston separated in January 2005. Associated Press 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. HOROSCOPES ARIES (March 21-April 19) Today is a 7 Your hard work is starting to pay off. Keep doing what you do as cheerfully and efficiently as possible. You're getting good at this, and it shows. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Today is an 8 Things go relatively smoothly, up to the last minute. Tempers flare on a point you and your partner haven't quite worked out yet. Don't be surprised if this all takes a little longer than expected. GEMINI (May 21-June 21) Today is a 6 it's good to have a quiet day every once in a while. You can get so busy you barely have time to think. Rectify that situation by calling a "time out" on yourself. The others will understand. They say who you know is as important as what you know. But you're a good worker, so you don't rely on contacts to get ahead. That's good, because two of your best could be locked in a fierce argument. Don't take sides; do out of sight. CANCER (June 22-July 22)Today is an 8 LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Today is a 7 Caution is advised in a work-related matter. Taking a new assignment could disrupt your domestic routine. Better talk it over with family first, before you make your decision. VIRGRO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) KU INDEPENDENT STUDY KU Courses Distance Learning Let your fingers do the walking. Don't race all over town and country doing your errands. Do the math. It's cheaper to have some things delivered to you. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Today is a 6 LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Today is a 7 Caution is advised, regarding finances. Money appears to be going out faster than it's coming in. Don't let debt creep up on you. This will turn out well in the end. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Today is a 7 Your strongest adversary is also your best coach. Try not to get enraged if somebody pushes you to do better. You can, and will, when you get your adrenaline pumping. You don't know your own strength. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Today is an 8 You should have a juicy goal, to act as a motivating force. The work is available, all you have to do is make the decision and the commitment. Jump in; you'll do well. Others will be impressed. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Todav is a 6 You're in a snuggle mood. There must be somebody nearby you can invite to share this experience with you. Dogs and cats count, by the way. It can be hard to get puppies and kittens to snuffle. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Today is a 6 You may not feel like doing much but cuddling now, and that's OK. These cuddle days are a natural part of everyone's monthly routine. A dear companion and comfort food are suggested. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Today is a 7 864-5823 enroll@ku.edu www.ContinuingEd.ku.edu You're at the point where you'll have to learn more to stay ahead of your students. Luckily, this is a subject you love, so studying isn't a burden. Hide out and zone out for a couple of days. LIBERTY HALL accessibility info 644 Mass. 748-1912 (786) 745-1972 RELIGULOUS (R) 4:30 7:00 9:30 MAN ON WIRE (PG12) 4:45 7:15 9:45 students--$6.00 0902234 KU ACROSS 1 Secure place for valuables 5 Hair-salon application 8 Celebr PC picture 13 Bullring bravo 14 You 15 Misled 17 Cupid's alias 18 Appeared to be 19 Show-biz skill 21 "Of course" 22 Unrivaled 23 Pretense 26 Cauldron 28 Suburbanites' pride 31 Wonka's creator 33 Japanese theater 35 Race-track boun- dary 36 Fat-shunning Jack 38 Boxer 40 "Yippee!" 41 Physical 43 Affirmative action? 45 Clyde's partner 47 Envisioned, in a way 51 Lotion additive 52 Grain machine 54 Frees (of) 55 "Norma —" 56 Gambling game 57 Santa's sackful 58 Anti-quated DOWN 1 Perches 2 Rue the workout 3 Golfer's warning 4 Adversary 5 Mark of game-show fame 6 Sprite 7 Some turns 8 Outstanding 9 Trilateral 10 A billion years (Var.) 11 What-ever's left over Solution time: 21 mins. 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Yesterday's answer 11-12 16 Sob 20 "You've got mail" co. 23 Bill-boards 24 Upper limit 25 Elegy 27 Surpass 29 Peeples or Vardalos 30 Crafty 32 Negligence 34 Ten times ten 37 Skater Babilonia 39 Cheney predeces sor 42 Paris subway 44 Class-room array 45 Homer's son 46 Medley 48 Throat-clearing sound 49 Options list 50 Jog 53 "2001" computer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 | | | | 13 | | | 14 | | | 15 | | | 16 | | | 17 | | | 18 | | | | | | 19 20 | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | | | 21 | | | 22 | | | | 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 | | 32 33 34 35 | | | | | | 36 | | | 37 38 39 40 | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | | 41 | | 42 43 44 | 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 11-12 CRYPTOQUIP CAQUQZQI V LQKKDC KDVUF RDP AHF OVINR UDHFQYVSQI, OKQVFQ YVSQ FPIQ RDP IQ NPIU NAQ LVZDI Yesterday's Cryptoquip: WAR MOVIE ABOUT A BARBER WHO REPEATEDLY REMOVES A GI'S BEARD STUBBLE: "SHAVING PRIVATE RYAN." Today's Cryptoquip Clue: P equals U 2008 DIPLOMAT'S FORUM UN Ambassador Liu Zhenmin China's Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN "China's Perspectives on Challenges Facing the UN and the New American President" Friday, Nov. 14, 2008 $ \star $ 4:30 p.m. Stinson Morrison Hecker Lecture Hall $ \star $ 104 Green Hall University of Kansas School of Law $ \star $ 1535 W. 15th St. FREE TO THE PUBLIC KU SCHOOL OF LAW The University of Kansas KU THE UNIVERSITY DARY KANSAN WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2008 NEWS 5A INTERNATIONAL New pyramid discovered Archaeologists found pyramid under burial site in Egypt TOMB 51 ASSOCIATED PRESS Egypt's antiquities chief Zahi Hawass walks around the site of a newly discovered pyramid at Saqara near Cairo, Egypt, on Tuesday. BY KATARINA KRATOVAC ASSOCIATED PRESS SAQQARA, Egypt — Archaeologists have discovered a new pyramid under the sands of Saqqara, an ancient burial site that has yielded a string of unearthed pyramids in recent years but remains largely unexplored. The 4,300-year-old monument most likely belonged to the queen mother of the founder of Egypt's 6th Dynasty, and was built several hundred years after the famed Great Pyramids of Giza, antiquities chief Zahi Hawass told reporters in announcing the find yesterday. The discovery is part of the sprawling necropolis and burial site of the rulers of ancient Memphis, the capital of Egypt's Old Kingdom, about 12 miles south of Giza. All that remains of the pyramid is a 16-foot-tall structure that had been buried under 65 feet of sand. "There was so much sand dumped here that no one had any idea there was something buried underneath," said Hawass. Hawass' team had been excavating at the location for two years, but only determined two months ago that the structure, with sides about 72 feet long, was the base of a pyramid. The pyramid is the 118th discovered so far in Egypt, and the 12th to be found in Saqqara. Most are in ruins; only about a dozen pyramids remain intact across the country. Archaeologists also found parts of the pyramid's white limestone casing — believed to have once covered the entire structure — which enabled them to calculate that the complete pyramid was once 45 feet high. "To find a new pyramid is always exciting," said Hawass. "And this one is magical. It belonged to a queen." Hawass said he believes the pyramid belonged to Queen Sesheshet, who is thought to have played a significant role in establishing the 6th Dynasty and uniting two branches of the feeding royal family. Her son, Teti, ruled for about a dozen years until his likely assassination, in a sign of the turbulent times. The pyramids of Teti's two wives, discovered 100 years ago and in 1994 respectively, lie to next it, part of a burial complex alongside the collapsed pyramid of Teti himself. The Egyptian team is still digging and is two weeks from entering the burial chamber inside the pyramid, where Hawass hopes they will find proof of its owner — a sarcophagus or at least an inscription of the queen, he said. Finding more than that is unlikely, as robbers in antiquity looted the pyramid, he said, pointing to a gaping shaft on the structure's top, a testament of the plunder. Yesterday, workers scurried back and forth, carrying large rocks and bags heaped with sand away from the site. Using an air brush, one worker cleaned sand from stunning hieroglyphic details on the white limestone casing, while archaeologists studied the inscriptions and students drew blueprints of the pyramid's base. Dieter Wildung, a leading Egyptologist and head of Berlin's Egyptian Museum, said it was common in the Old Kingdom for kings to build pyramids for their queens. POLITICS Obama opts to start fresh President-elect will not meet with foreign leaders yet BY LIZ SIDOTI ASSOCIATED PRESS CHICAGO — Leaders around the world flooded Barack Obama with congratulatory calls when he won the presidency last week. But they'll have to wait a while for personal visits. The president-elect has no objections. city. Obama's aides plan to keep tabs on — and possibly participate in — the summit where world powers hope to craft remedies to the global financial crisis. pains to meet with any foreign dignitaries when they travel to Washington this weekend for an economic summit hosted by President Bush. "We have one president at a time, and it's important that the president can speak for the United States at the summit" John Podesta, Obama's transition chief, told reporters Tuesday, Podesta. O b a m a plans to stay "He wants a clean, clear demarkation between the Bush administration and the Obama administration." THOMAS MANN Brookings Institution scholar in Chicago to prepare for January's transfer of power, even though Washington is a quick flight away and world leaders are clearly interested in his economic views. No meetings are scheduled in either however noted that Obama had urged such a summit during the presidential campaign. nations and emerging economies would meet in Washington this Saturday; Obama has consistently said not to expect his presence. Advisers repeatedly stress that Obama won't be president until inaugurated on Jan. 20. Left Before the election, Bush announced that the world's 20 largest industrialized unsaid are other possible motivations for him to stay in Chicago this weekend. "He wants a clean, clear demarkation between the Bush administration and the Obama administration." said Thomas Mann, a scholar at the Brookings Institution public policy center. Obama assailed Bush throughout his campaign for pushing "failed policies" and the Democrat pledged that he would bring a new direction after eight years of GOP rule. Obama will inherit the worst economic conditions in the United States since the Great Depression, and keeping some distance from Bush will allow him to chart his own economic course. "The last thing he wants to do is get pulled into that summit and, more generally, be pulled into a situation where he's called upon to make early commitments and express opinions on matters before he's got his economic team fully together and before he has the authority of the office," Mann said. NATIONAL Hawaii distributes state coins New quarter is the last of the 50-state coin program BY AUDREY MCAVOY ASSOCIATED PRESS HONOLULUU — Still reveling in the election of the first Hawaiiborn U.S. president, the islands marked the issuance of its state quarter — the last in the 50-state quarter program. Hawaii's banks began distributing the quarter Monday to hundreds of coin collectors in lines snaking down Bishop Street, the heart of the downtown business district. Adults had to buy the coins in $10 rolls, but Gov. Linda Lingle and U.S. Mint Director Ed Moy handed out free coins to children. "We ask each of you to take the Hawaii quarter with you around the world and be ambassadors of aloha," said Jonathan Johnson, head of the Hawaii State Quarter Commission. Don Horner, president of the Hawaii Bankers Association, reassured waiting collectors that the banks had enough coins for everyone. The U.S. Mint plans to make 520 million Hawaiian coins before it ends the program. 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Planned Parenthood has redefined pregnancy to be "the moment when the embryo implants in the uterus" instead of the moment of conception. Thus for 10 days, there is a preborn child in the woman, yet she is not pregnant. Plan B works in three ways! two of which are preventing ovulation and preventing fertilization. Through the use of hormones, Plan B can also prevent the implantation of the embryo into the uterus, as stated in a recent study in 2007 by Dortors Mikolajczyk and Stanford and stated by the American Medical Association House of Delegates. Andrew Schaeperkoetter is a senior from St. Louis. Terminating the life of an innocent human being at any age since conception can never be justified, and as such Plan B cannot either. I hope and pray that everyone will soon appreciate the wonder and greatest blessing that is a child. RECENT COMMENTS @KANSAN.COM Psychologically, the safest, healthiest, and most mature way to put off pregnancy is to respect a woman's body and natural cycles. See www.ccli.org if you are interested. It's called Natural Family Planning. - excerpted from a comment by jgarrison The "natural family planning" method as you put it, does not protect against STDs like AIDS and herpes. "Natural Family Planning" is not 99 percent effective. While a woman's natural cycles are predictable, they are not always constant. Contraceptives like condoms can provide protection against dangerous STDs, and prevent unwanted pregnancies. I'm all for respecting a woman's body — by allowing her to have the choice to have sex when she chooses to. editorials around the state Cynthia Moore KANSAN FILE PHOTO Nothing left to cut from state budget And when Gov. Kathleen Sebelius asked state agencies recently to cut more deeply than anticipated in the current budget year — 3 percent, rather than the 1 to 2 percent she requested last June — she might have added: "This is not a drill." The many constituencies and special interests hoping for some special legislative attention and largesse next year might want to start working on Plan B. The state budget is always the biggest issue for the Kansas Legislature, but the budgetary challenges for the 2009 Legislature loom larger than usual. But even those cuts, worth an estimated $60 million, will not be enough to bridge the state's revenues and responsibilities The problem is that the state's economic forecasters emerged from their work last week grimly predicting that Kansas could receive $211.4 million less in tax revenues in the current budget year and face a nearly $137 million budget hole. By June 2010, the shortfall could be as big as $1 billion. Sebelius doesn't want to have to cut public schools or social services — 51 and 24 percent, respectively, of the states $6.4 billion general fund budget — but doing no harm to these big-ticket areas will deepen the pain everywhere else. Tax increases, always a tool of last resort in Topeka, won't be any easier to get through the Legislature next year, given how the foundering national economy is affecting Kansas businesses and families. And unlike at the federal level, budget deficits aren't a constitutional option. So "everything is on the table, no question about it." Sebelius said. In any case, the newly elected and re-elected state senators and representatives will be earning their meager pay next year in making the numbers work. State Budget Director Duane Goosen might want to check on whether there's anything left over in his bag of budget tricks from the early part of the decade. And if indeed Sebelius is tapped for a Cabinet post in the Obama-Biden administration, she will have picked a prime time to get out. - The Wichita Eagle Nov. 7 editorial HOW TO SUBMIT A LETTER TO THE EDITOR LETTER GUIDELINES The submission should include the author's name, grade and hometown. Send letters to opinion@kansan.com Write LETTER TO THE EDITOR in the e-mail subject line. Length: 300 words Find our full letter to the editor policy online at kansan.com/letters. 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We didn't get to become sorcerers and sumo-wrestlers like we imagined when we were kids, but instead he asked us to imagine that we had been cheated on. Just one more unwelcome reminder that life was simpler then. I guess He only cheated once. It was all he needed to decide that he would never cheat again. COKE Company DIET COKE CHEMICAL TOXINS Now, the professor said, raise your hand if you prefer to never find out about the cheating. If you have raised your hand, I advise you to step reading. Think about it. I'm not about to expose your snookums, but it may be something you love just as much (or more): Diet Coke. Back in the days when make-believe involved magic powers, I took nutrition labels at face value. I thought they listed ingredients in case people wanted to make it themselves. I also concluded that because Diet Coke contained 0 percent of my daily value of everything except sodium, drinking it must be the same as drinking salt water. But a glance down at the recipe — I mean, list of ingredients — would have rejected my theory. It reads: carbonated water, caramel color, aspartame, phosphoric acid, potassium benzoate (to protect taste), natural flavors, citric acid and caffeine, ordered from most prevalent to least. Notice above that it uses more Aspartame, also called Nutrasweet, is as controversial as Sarah Palin (and as artificially sweet!) Industry-funded studies find aspartame to be safe, but the majority of independent studies link it to side effects of severe depression, fatigue, anxiety and weight gain. Weight gain would be an ironic side effect of Diet Coke, but I'm more worried that I'm drinking a chemical cocktail. of the "taste protecting" chemical than the natural flavors that make up that taste. It hurts not just my body, but Mother Earth as well. In America, we throw away enough aluminum in three months to rebuild our entire commercial air fleet. Of course all those cans of Diet Coke take energy to produce, but it's only part of the energy wasteland that is the soft-drink industry. The manufacturing process uses massive amounts of water. Coca-Cola's water inefficiency is an issue the company addressed at the end of October when it announced a partnership with the World Wildlife Fund to adopt more sustainable business practices. It takes about 2.5 liters of water to produce each liter of Coke in the bottling plant alone. To its credit, Coca-Cola is not a stranger to green initiatives In January, it announced that it would Cue Debbie-Downer music: Diet Coke comes at a cost far higher than what you pay at the register. I can understand both sides of the cheating-spouse dilemma, but Diet Coke never deserved my trust in the first place. English is an Overland Park junior in journalism and economics. These are steps in the right direction, but the size of the company almost ensures a mammoth carbon footprint. According to Fortune magazine, Coca-Cola expects its water use to increase in the next few years because of growth in sales. And as for the vending machines, 100,000 down, 9.9 million to go. replace 100,000 of its vending machines with compressed carbon dioxide beverage coolers, which are 1,000 times more energy efficient than standard systems. TALK BACK TO THE KANSAN OP DESK Thoughts about Prop 8 from across the country EQUAL RIGHTS STOP THE HATE! OVERTURN BI MONTHLY BAN 123-234-5678 ASSOCIATED PRESS The Mesa Press. San Diego Mesa College One of the most controversial issues that Californians faced this election season was Proposition 8, a ban on gay marriage. God's plan for marriage was for a man and a woman to be joined as one and multiply. I understand that not everyone holds the religious views I do, especially because this nation has turned its back on God. It's not a complicated issue, and it seems like the people who preach fairness and tolerance for gays do just the opposite when they lash out at religious groups for not agreeing with them. I don't hate homosexuals. I simply believe that their lifestyle isn't a part of God's plan, and I don't think it's fair for gay couples to get the same treatment as heterosexual couples. Proposition 8 will not take away their rights to be gay and practice that in their daily lives, but it will reserve "married" as a title for heterosexual couples only. would you not also believe premarital sex is a sin? What about getting drunk? Should drunks and people having sex before marriage be barred from holy matrimony? Daily Mississippian University of Mississippi When a state defines marriage it grants special treatment to married people. Therefore, how fair is it to disallow other groups the same treatment? I find it ironic that Christians want to outlaw same-sex marriage because it is a sin, yet divorce among Christians is higher than that among non-Christians. To distinguish between sins is, to me, a sin in itself. If you do believe homosexuality is a sin. Badger Herald, University of Wisconsin I dare these "defenders of marriage" to recall that, not very long ago, a person could be imprisoned for marrying someone of a different race. It seems ridiculous now, doesn't it? Tuesday's legislation, however, is hardly a deviation from the days of Jim Crow. and maintain the fragile and vital lessons of equality developed in the civil rights movement, to maintain our promise of the equality of all citizens under the law, then Proposition 8 needs to be struck down. Get a grip, California. If we have any desire to uphold YOUR NAME HERE What do you think about Prop 8? Talk back to the opinion desk by sending a message to opinion @kansan. com. Submissions will be published in a coming issue. 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See a slideshow of winner Bonnie Croisant's journey to the Project Runway finale at Kansan.com/videos While the judges deliberated, the models presented the garments ite Project Runway Challenge was to what his plans for the night were. His answers were peppered with jokes about the questioners' outfits and fashion sense in the state of "It's the best time for young people to show their work." from the preliminary challenge, the designers created the multicolored garments using paper bags. The night began with a question-and-answer session with Siriano. CHRISTIAN SIRIANO Winner of Bravo TV's "Project Runway" season four Kansas. The audience asked him questions ranging from what his favor- Siriano said his advice for aspiring student designers was to intern with a professional designer for at least a year. He said social networking Web sites such sites such as Facebook and MySpace made it easier for them to promote their work. "It's the best time for young people to show their work," Siriano said. Edited by Brenna Hawley THE STORY OF HER LIFE Christian Siriano, winner of the fourth season of "Project Runway," congratulates Boni Crosier, Humboldt senior, after she won the Student Union Activities Project Runway competition on Tuesday night. Crosier was also a finalist in the competition last year. Watch her road to the finale during the past few months at www.kanon.com/video. Jessica Sain-Baird/KANSAN Allison Richardson/KANSAN SIR ALFRED MAYER [Motion blurred image of a model on a runway, wearing a ruffled dress.] Allison Richardson/KANSAN Allison Richardson/KANSAN Far Left: Christian Siriano, season-four winner of Bravo's "Project Runway," speaks to the audience on Tuesday night at the KU Project Runway competition. Vouchers, which provided students with advanced seating, were gone by Monday, making students wait in a long line to see Siriano. 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Both Member FDIC, © 2008 USAA, 87717-0808 --- --- SPORTS NL CY YOUNG GOES TO GIANTS' STAR THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN Tim Lincecum was named the best pitcher in the National League. MLB | 6B WWW.KANSAN.COM BREW: ROYALS MAY REGRET DRAFT PICK 4 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2008 Instead of Tim Lincecum, Kansas City drafted underachiever Luke Hochevar. MORNING BREW | 2B KANSAS 103, EMPORIA STATE 58 PAGE 1B PERFECT SWARM Aldrich, Collins lead offensive onslaught against Hornets KANSAS 4 BY CASE KEEFER ckeefer@kansan.com Maybe being a member of the Big 12 Conference has rubbed off on the Kansas basketball team. The Big 12 has become known for astronomical offensive statistics this year because of the efficiency of its football teams. But Kansas put together an impressive offensive attack of its own on the basketball court in a 103-58 exhibition victory against Emporia State. Even Texas Tech quarterback Graham Harrell or Texas quarterback Colt McCoy would envy this one. That the Jayhawks scored the most points they had in an exhibition game in four years only began the list of absurdities. Junior guard Sherron Collins and sophomore center Cole Aldrich combined for 39 points despite playing only four minutes each in the second half. Kansas scored 56 points in the paint and added 30 on fast breaks. And get this — the Jayhawks shot 80 percent from the field in the first half. "I didn't know we shot that well," Collins said. "Now, I'm more happy that we did that." It all started with Aldrich, who recorded a double-double with 17 points and 10 rebounds. Kansas focused on getting the ball into the low post from the start. Aldrich made the first basket on an entry pass from Collins, Freshman forward Quintrell Thomas, who made his first start for Kansas, added an easy two points down low on the next possession. Aldrich's most important points came midway through the first half. He used a pump fake and a nifty post move to shed a Hornet defender and score, which put the Jayhawks ahead 24-18. Then, the offense exploded. Kansas went on a 19-1 run over the next six minutes to take control of the game permanently. Aldrich, of course, keyed in the takeover. He slammed a pair of one-handed jams and swatted two Hornet shots away like they were nagging bumblebees. "Cole was unbelievable tonight," Kansas coach Bill Self said. "He's not going to make all those shots every game." Particularly, two of those shots. In case the Allen Fieldhouse crowd failed to realize how potent Aldrich was, he showed off a part of his game no one had seen before. SEE BASKETBALL ON PAGE 4B Junior guard Sherron Collins drives to the basket during the first half of foursie game against Emporia State at Allen Fieldhouse. Kansas defeated Emporia State 103-85, led by Collins' 22 points, including 7-for-9 shooting from the floor and 6-for-1 on the free-throw line. Joe Goering/KRAMS Jon Goering/KANSAN Two who cannot let the whole team down BY B.J. RAINS rains@kansan.com After Kansas lost six players to professional basketball,including five to the NBA Draft,everyone knew that the scoring load this season would fall on the only two experienced players: Sherron Collins and Cole Aldrich. Collins, a junior guard, averaged 9.3 points a year ago as the sixth man, and Aldrich, a sophomore center, showed signs of stardom in the Final Four when he dominated North Carolina's Tyler Hansbrough. With seven newcomers, everyone knew this team would need big years out of both Collins and Aldrich for this season to be successful. After two exhibition games, including Tuesday's 103-58 domination of Emporia State, it's pretty apparent that the two are ready for the challenge — and they know it "It starts with me and Cole" Collins said. "Me and Cole have to be the centerpiece of the puzzle. Once we get going and Cole gets a block or I get a steal or a basket, it just gets everybody going." The 6-foot-11 Aldrich dominated the inside, scoring 17 points and grabbing 10 rebounds while playing only four minutes in the second half. He even hit two deep jumpers just inside the three-point line and showed the confidence and swagger needed to be a major post presence for coach Bill Self and the Jayhawks. Collins, meanwhile, did just about everything on Tuesday. He hit threes, he drove the lane, he hit pull-up jumpers — the game just seemed easy to him. Collins, who had the big steal and three-pointer that fueled the comebreak against Memphis, scored 22 points for the second consecutive game and appears ready to handle the task of mentoring five freshmen and two junior college transfers. "He's not going to make all of his shots," Self said. "But I think he's doing a pretty good job of leading a bunch of guys." SEE RAINS ON PAGE 5B FOOTBALL Struggling defense still looking for answers 10 3 Poor tackling cited as main reason for Jayhawks' problems on defensive side of the ball Junior safety Darrrell Stuckey attempts to tackle Nebraska running back Roy Heal Jr. during the Jayhawk 45-35 loss in Lincoln. Kansas has been experiencing troubles with poor tackling by the defense this season. BY B.J. RAINS rains@kansan.com Weston White/KANSAI Trying to pinpoint the reason for the surprisingly poor Kansas defense this year would be like trying to tie a shoe with one hand - it's tough. The pass rush has been poor. The secondary has struggled and has made personnel changes. The pass defense has had some of the worst statistical performances in the history of the school. Each game, it's been something different. Lately, a fourth factor, poor tackling, has doomed the KU defense. In each of the Jayhawks' three Big 12 losses — at Oklahoma, against Texas Tech, and at Nebraska — poor tackling has been a theme of the postgame press conferences. It was most noticeable on Saturday, as Nebraska was able to break several tackles to turn short gains into big plays. "We're just not a good tackling football team right now," coach Mark Mangino said. "We're having trouble getting people on the ground on the first hit." And while some have pinpointed the spread offenses of the Big 12 and how it's hard to make a lot of open-field tackles, Mangino stressed that wasn't the problem with his 6-4 squad. "We're having trouble right in the box." Mangino said. "We brought somebody blitzing into the gap where they ran the ball on three or four occasions and didn't put him on the ground." Players have different reasons for the dismal tackling but it's hard to determine just what the major reason is. The Jayhawks did lose Aqib Talib and James McClinton on the defensive side of the ball, but they returned nine starters from a team that was considered a good tackling team in 2007. The 2007 squad allowed only 16.4 points per game while this year's defense has been shredded for 28.2 points per contest. that there's no urgency to get to the ball or anything. If we don't correct it for this game then it's going to be a long game." Indeed, the Jayhawks will face one of the top offensive teams in the nation in No. 3 Texas on Saturday, meaning the Jayhawks' tackling woes better improve quickly or it could get ugly — fast. "We're just playing too straight-legged right now," said linebacker James Holt. "We don't have enough guys flying around to the ball. When we watch film, we can see "We work on it every day in practice," Mangino said. "We teach it and reteach it and some players have improved greatly because of that work — and some have not." One reason for the tackling struggles could be because of some injuries the KU defense is struggling to overcome. Caleb Blakesley and Richard Johnson Jr. have been banged up on the defensive line and linebackers Joe Mortensen and Mike Rivera are battling lingering knee injuries. "People aren't able to run around like they can when you have that going on," Holt said of the injuries. "It's hard to get around if you only have so many people flying to the ball. It just makes it hard to tackle because if you have one-on-one tackling, it makes it easier for the runner to get by you." With two games remaining in the reg. "There's no sugarcating it or getting around it," Justin Thornton said. "As you ular season, including Texas and No.12 Missouri, better tackling is imperative to helping the Jayhawks have any chance of pulling off the upsets. can see, we've lost a few games and you can probably attribute that to poor tackling. Either you tackle well or you don't, and when you don't tackle, you don't win" Edited by Scott R. Toland 2B --- SPORTS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2008 quote of the day "I was excited, but to be honest, I really thought we would get in so it wasn't like I was really surprised. You never really know for sure though so I was just happy to see our name up there." Coach Mark Francis on his reaction to Kansas making the NCAA Tournament fact of the dav Kansas is 3-3 in three previous NCAA Tournament appearances. The Jayhawks made the Sweet Sixteen in 2003, but lost to No.2 UCLA 1-0. That team was led by sophomore forward Caroline Smith, who scored 19 goals that season to go with three assists. Kansas Athletics trivia of the day Q: What former Kansas soccer player scored the last NCAA tournament goal in 2004? A: Jessica Smith, who scored against Nebraska in Kansas 2-1 second-round loss in 2004, graduated from Kansas in 2005. Kansas Athletics ku sports this week Today Volleyball: Oklahoma, 7 p.m. (Norman, Okla.) Thursdav Thursday No Events Scheduled Women's basketball: Sacred Heart, 7 p.m. (Lawrence) Boyish Lincecum overlooked, shines in MLB Saturday Friday Football: Texas, 11:30 a.m. (Lawrence) Swimming & diving: Nebraska- Omaha, 2 p.m. (Omaha, Neb.) Volleyball: Nebraska, 7 p.m. (Lawrence) Cross Country: Midwest Regional Championships, TBA (Stillwater, Okla.) Tim Lincecum doesn't really look like he belongs stacked up against most major league pitchers. At 5-foot-11, 170 pounds, Lincecum isn't a physical specimen. The 24-year-old face looks more boy-like than ballplayer. But stick him on a pitching mound and Lincecum becomes a whirling dervish, dealing some of the nastiest stuff in all of baseball. So when I read Lincecum won the National League Cy Young Award yesterday afternoon, I immediately wondered whether Kansas City passed on drafting him. It's a bad habit, and the results are almost always painful. Sure enough, the Royals held the first overall pick in 2006... and drafted Scott Boras-client and Northern League-holdout Luke Hochevar over Linceum and BY ANDREW WIEBE awiebe@kansan.com American League Rookie of the Year Evan Longea among others Back in June 2006, Lincecum was the fifth right-handed pitcher taken and the 10th overall pick, garnering a $2.025 million signing bonus. The Royals, on the other hand, gave Hochevar a signing bonus of $3.5 million that included signing him to a major league contract. Think the Royals might recon sider their decision if they had another opportunity? This season Lincecum struck out 265 batters, pitched 227 innings and went 18-5 for a San Francisco Giants team that was 18 games under .500. Hochevar, on the other hand, had a 5.51 earned-run average and lost 12 games while opponents batted .280 against him. Not exactly a flattering comparison. SMITH WOWS MNF AUDIENCES Emmitt Smith might just be the greatest running back of all time. He is definitely the most prolific. But stick Smith in front of a camera, as ESPN has done with its Monday Night Football coverage, and he produces some of the most unintentionally hilarious sentences and facial expressions on live television. Don't get me wrong. Smith knows his stuff. You don't win the Super Bowl championship, the NFL's Most Valuable Player and the Super Bowl Most Valuable Player in the same season if you didn't. But honestly, can't ESPN give him a little more time to polish his craft before throwing him in front of an audiences? Try googling "Emmitt Smith: Wordsmith" to see Jimmy Kimmel Live's highlight reel of Smithisms from 2007, his first year with ESPN. After turning the ball over 19.4 times per game last season, Kansas women's basketball had a long way to go when it came to valuing possession. --- BONNIE BALL AT A GLANCE In two exhibition games this season, the Jayhawks have THE MORNING BREW It's going to be interesting to see whether Kansas can continue to protect the ball once the regular season begins and more athletic defenders make their way to Allen Fieldhouse. trimmed that number to 13.5, giving themselves six more possessions to work with per game.The small sample size skews things a little bit, but maybe coach Bonnie Henrickson has finally gotten the message across. Edited by Brieun Scott KICK THE KANSAN: WEEK TEN --- Pick games. Beat the Kansan staff. Get your name in the paper. 1. No. 3 Texas at Kansas 2. No. 10 Georgia at Auburn 3. No. 16 North Carolina at Maryland 4. Arizona at Oregon 5. No. 17 Brigham Young at Air Force 6. Vanderbilt at Kentucky 7. Texas A&M at Baylor 8. Minnesota at Wisconsin 9. 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For more information go to www.business.ku.edu/news 4B --- KU 103, ESU 58 图 KANSAS 5647-103 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2008 E EMPORIA STATE 3028-58 JAYHAWK STAT LEADERS Points POINTS Sherron Collins 22 Rebounds Assists Cole Aldrich 10 KANSAS BOX SCORE Tyrel Reed 6 Player FG-FGA 3FG-3FG Rebs A Pts Thomas, Quintrell 2-3 0-0 4 0 5 Aldrich, Cole 7-10 0-0 10 1 17 Collins, Sherron 7-9 2-3 2 3 22 Morningstar, Brady 6-9 0-1 1 3 13 Reed, Tyrel 1-4 1-4 1 6 3 Teahan, Conner 1-2 0-1 3 2 2 Bechard, Brennan 1-1 1-1 3 1 3 Taylor, Tyshawn 1-6 0-1 2 4 2 Morris, Markieff 1-2 0-1 3 0 5 Morris, Marcus 5-6 0-1 6 1 11 Releford, Travis 5-7 0-0 3 0 10 Appleton, Tyrone 2-2 0-0 1 1 6 Juenemann, Jordan 1-3 0-1 0 0 2 Kleinmann, Matt 1-1 0-0 3 0 2 Team 2 Trails 41-65 4-14 44 22 103 EMPORIA STATE BOX SCORE
PlayerFG-FGA3FG-3FG RebsAPts
Box, Jeremiah4-91-44013
Ping, Shang1-60-1003
Allen, Spencer0-10-0540
Wilbern, Lamar1-80-2024
Pyle, Alex5-93-73213
Stout, Jordan0-20-2100
Burdolski, Dustin0-10-1000
Moores, Robert1-50-3124
Niles, Tim0-30-3010
Andrews, Dustin1-20-1022
Boswell, Matt3-51-2007
Moore, Doug0-10-0410
Holthaus, Adam5-60-031
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Totals21-585-26231558
SCHEDULE Date Opponent Result/Time 11/4 vs. Washburn (Ex.) W, 98-79 11/11 vs. Emporia State (Ex.) W, 103-58 11/16 vs. UMKC 7:30 p.m. 11/18 vs. Florida Gulf Coast 8 p.m. 11/24 vs. Washington (in Kansas City, Mo.) 9 p.m. 11/25 vs. Florida or Syracuse (in Kansas City) 6:45 or 9:15 p.m. 11/28 vs. Coppin State 7 p.m. 12/1 vs. Kent State 8 p.m. 12/3 vs. New Mexico State 7 p.m. 12/6 vs. Jackson State 1 p.m. 12/13 vs. Massachusetts 1 p.m. 12/20 vs. Temple 1:30 p.m. 12/23 at Arizona 9:30 p.m. 12/30 vs. Albany NY 8 p.m. 1/03 vs. Tennessee 1 p.m. 1/6 vs. Siena 7 p.m. 1/10 at Michigan State Noon 1/13 vs. Kansas State 7 p.m. 1/17 at Colorado 2:30 p.m. 1/19 vs. Texas A&M 8 p.m. 1/24 at Iowa State 1 p.m. 1/28 at Nebraska 6:30 p.m. 1/31 vs. Colorado 3 p.m. 2/2 at Baylor 8 p.m. 2/7 vs. Oklahoma State 2:30 p.m. 2/9 at Missouri 8 p.m. 2/14 at Kansas State 2:30 p.m. 2/18 vs. Iowa State 7 p.m. 2/21 vs. Nebraska 3 p.m. 2/23 at Oklahoma 8 p.m. 3/1 vs. Missouri 1 p.m. 3/4 at Texas Tech 8:30 p.m. 3/7 vs. Texas 3 p.m. MEN'S BASKET KANSAS 45 Sophomore center Cole Aldrich spins to the basket to put up a shot during Tuesday night's game. Aldrich hit 7 of 10 shots from the floor for 17 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in the game. sonGoering/KANSAN Aldrich has his BY TAYLOR BERN thern@kansan.com tbern@kansan.com Like an eighth-grader on an elementary school playground, Cole Aldrich did whatever he liked Tuesday night. If the sophomore wanted a layup, he laid it up. If he wanted a 16-footer, he took it. And if the Hornets wanted to score, Aldrich's big paws swatted away their dreams. Aldrich finished with 17 points, 10 rebounds and three blocks in just 18 minutes on the court. His performance led a crew of big men who dominated the paint, the glass and everything in between. Aldrich said he played sluggish in Kansas' first exhibition game one week ago, so this time he worked hard to fire out from the get-go. He opened "We knew we had great size on them." Aldrich said. "We just really tried to get it inside and use that as an advantage." That's a shot Aldrich said he worked on this summer. Coach Bill Self said he's OK with his big man firing it up. "We had a high-low, they backed off him and he knocked it down right in rhythm," Self said. "Yeah, I'm very comfortable with him shooting that shot." the game with three straight buckets including one from about 16 feet Aldrich said he's willing to extend that range a little farther but knows it's probably not the best idea. "I can, but my percentage definitely goes down," Aldrich said. "I could shoot a half-courter if you guys want." Self would prefer Aldrich stick to shots within five feet, which is where he and the Jayhawks did most of their damage against Emporia State. Kansas poured in 56 points in the paint. Big men Aldrich, Quintrell Thomas, Travis Releford and Marcus and Markkieff Morris teamed for 48 ANI Sophomore guard Brady Morningstar and junior guard Sherron Collins celebrate a second-half basket by senior center Matt Kleinmann during Kansas' 103-58 victory against Emporia State Tuesda BASKETBALL (CONTINUED FROM 1A) He attempted two jumpers from well beyond the free-throw line in the first half and made both of them. Aldrich finished 7-for-8 from the field and 2-for-2 on shots outside the paint. Aldrich said the shots weren't outside of his range, but he didn't think they'd happen often as the season goes on. "I think my bigs have been doing a good job screenning me and getting me open," Collins said. "Without that, there wouldn't have been anything there." The Jayhawks slowed down in the second half. Well, a little. They still outscored the Hornets by 19 points with Collins and Aldrich spending most of their time on the bench. "Hopefully, I'll make it more times than I miss," Aldrich said. "I probably won't shoot that shot all too many times." They still shot 49 percent from the field. A few of the newcomers kept the intensity rolling despite the lopsided score. Junior guard Tyrone Appleton and freshman guard Travis Releford pushed the ball up the court after defensive rebounds and steals. Collins scored 17 of his 22 points in the first half and did it in a variety of ways. He went from one end of the floor to the other on a steal in the middle of the Jayhawks' 19-1 run. Don't forget about Aldrich's partner in crime, Collins, either. He got to the free-throw line twice and made all four attempts. He converted on his only three-point attempt of the game. Releford scored 10 points and Atingon for the first exhibition game where he fouled out in seven minutes, freshman forward Marcus Morris scored 11 points and grabbed six rebounds with only one foul. Appleton added six. He made five of his six shots. For most of the game, the Jayhawks couldn't miss. 王 军 雷 丰 李 萍 王 涛 王 涛 王 涛 "I hope every game we're going to make every shot," Self said. "That would be the best picture. Of course, I'm saying that." y night in Edited by Mary Sorrick KU 103, ESU 58 5B THE INUNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 12, 2008 ET is w ht buckets 16 feet. BALLREWIND in buc. 16 feet. said he Coach Bill ig man fir- ney backed down right h, I'm very noting that g to extend but knows sea. stage defi- th said. "I if you guys ich stick to ich is where cost of their state. Kansas paint. way in the paint Quintrell and Marcus for 48 Freshman forward Markieff Morris tries to secure a rebound during Tuesday night's game at Allen Fieldhouse. Morris grabbed three boards and recorded five points and two steals on the night. N 10 REID ia State Tuesda points and 26 rebounds. As a team, Emporia State pulled down just 23 rebounds. Aldrich said the team's final rebounding tally of 44-23 was inspired by Self's halftime speech. "He said, 'Go out and win the boards by 20.' Aldrich said. "He gave us a little incentive about practice being a little shorter. Instead of eight hours it's only six and a half." Self said he liked the defensive improvement from last week but still wasn't satisfied with the movement of his big men. Freshman forward Marcus Morris, who fouled out in seven minutes against Washburn, made tremendous defensive strides. He had two steals and one block, but most importantly, he committed just one foul. "It gets a little better each time," Morris said. "It's hard to keep follow- insomebody around the screens, but if you want to win, that's a sacrifice you're going to have to make." Defensively, Kansas held Emporia State to 36 percent from the floor and 19 percent from beyond the arc. The Hornets also managed just 16 points in the paint. In certain stretches it seemed like Kansas couldn't miss a shot. Aldrich finished 7-of-10 while Releford and the Morris twins missed one shot each. Even seldom-used senior center Matt Kleinmann made his only shot of the game. Self emphasized that shots wouldn't always fall like that. Aldrich pointed out that the undersized Hornets also played a game at Wichita State on Monday night, depleting them even further. With that in mind, Aldrich said the key was to focus on his own game and not that of the people he pushed around. "We tried to do what we wanted to do." Aldrich said. "We wanted to really get up on defense, get the ball inside and I think we did a really good job of that tonight." Edited by Scott R. Toland Jon Goering/KANSAN KANSAS 4 Sure, Brady Morningstar and Tyrel Reed looked good in the exhibition games, but they aren't expected to average 15 points a game like Collins and Aldrich each need to for the Jayhawks to win a lot of games. Anything that Reed and Morningstar can provide this team is a bonus, and it remains to be seen whether their hot starts will continue once the competition improves. And yes, some of the new-comers, including Tyshawn Taylor, Quintrell Thomas and the Morris twins, will become good players by the end of the season and be counted on in key situations. But for now, this team belongs to two players — Collins and Aldrich. The Jayhawks will live and die this season by the performance of its two key players. The two barely played in the second half but were standing and cheering for their team-mates the entire time. When walk-on Brennan Bechard hit a three-pointer late in the game for his first points of the night, it was Aldrich who was the first to jump to his feet and make the three-point signal with his hands. When walk-on Jordan juenemann made his Jayhawk debut, it was Collins who led the charge and waved his towel as juenemann. Hays freshman, scored on a layup for his first career points. y night in Allen Fieldhouse. All 14 players who suited up scored points for the Javahawks. RAINS (CONTINUED FROM 1A) The only two remaining players who even played in the championship game against Memphis appear ready to put this young and inexperienced team on their shoulders — hoping to lead them to a 20th consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance in the process. "We have two standouts and we need to play through those two guys," Self said. "We'll do it by committee with everybody else." "I think it's going to be like that mostly all year," said freshman Marcus Morris. "They are two great leaders and two veterans that were here last year, and they know how it is." 24 — Edited by Lauren Keith Junior guard Tyrone Appleton dives for a loose ball during Tuesday's game at Allen Fieldhouse. Appleton was one of 14 Jayhawks who scored on the night, hitting both of his shots from the floor and 2 of 3 from the free throw line. Jon Goering/KANSAN VIEW FROM PRESS ROW Freshman forward Marcus Morris poked the ball away from the Emporia State point guard midway through the first half. Freshman guard Tyshawn Taylor grabbed the loose ball and IT WAS OVER WHEN... found sophomore guard Brady Morningstar streaking down the court for an easy layup. The play came seconds after Kansas started a 19-1 run to put the game out of reach for Emporia State. GAME TO REMEMBER... Freshman forward Quintrell Thomas Thomas didn't exactly dazzle the Allen fieldhouse Thomas crowd. He recorded five points four rebounds and two blocks. Thomas will always remember this game, however, because it was his first start as a Jayhawk. Thomas started at the power forward position, making him the first of the seven Kansas newcomers to start an exhibition game at Allen Fieldhouse. No one would have expected Thomas to crack the starting lineup first, because he was the lowest-ranked Kansas recruit out of high school. GAME TO FORGET... Freshman forward Markieff Morris. It was Markieff's brother, Marcus, who struggled and fouled Morris MARK E. CABOT out in seven minutes in kansas' first exhibition game. Against Emporia State, Markieff made enough blunders for the both of them. He did record five points and three rebounds, but his three turnovers were more memorable. Markieff's most egregious error came near the end of the first half when he tried to wrestle a rebound away from another player. Problem: The other player was teammate Travis Releford. The play resulted in a traveling call and a Kansas turnover. COACH SPEAK have been identified and are very apparent." "I feel like I know more about us than I knew about us last Monday after two exhibition games. Certainly, our weaknesses — Kansas coach Bill Self PRIME PLAYS - Case Keefer FIRST HALF 16:36 — Tyrel Reed missed a three-pointer from the corner, but Cole Aldrich was there with the rebound and putback. Aldrich's score put Kansas up 11-5 and forced an early Emporia State timeout. 10:13 — Aldrich blocked his third shot of the game and pushed an outlet pass to Conner Teahan, who laid it in to push the lead to 29-18. 9:07 — Thanks to a Marcus Morris block and solid pressure defense, Kansas forced a shot clock violation. Emporia State moved the ball around but found no space and never got off a shot. SECOND HALF 16:18 — Kansas' stellar first-half shooting percentage was dwindling with every clanger, but Sherron Collins ended the drought with a deep trey from the left wing. The Jayhawks had missed five consecutive shots before Collins buried the shot. 26. 7 — Freshman walk-on Jordan Juenemann took a pass from Bechard and laid it in to make the final score 103-58. With his bucket, every Kansas newcomer except injured Mario Little has scored this season. When Juenemann made his shot the most celebratory Jayhawk was Little, who dropped his crutches and hobbled up and down the bench in excitement. GAMENOTES 2:11 — Brennan Bechard only took one shot, but he made it count. Bechard drained a three-pointer to break the century mark, putting Kansas up 101-56. A LITTLE DANCING Taylor Bern Junior guard Mario Little might not be able to play basketball yet, but he can already dance. Little, who is out until at least December with a stress fracture in his lower left leg, joined his team and entertained himself while they warmed up for the first two exhibition games. The Big 12 Preseason Newcomer of the Year has danced on his crutches to the Jayhawk Band during both shoot-arounds. 10:15 — Senior Matt Kleinmann enters the game to uproarious cheers. A fan favorite, Kleinmann's entrance usually signifies the end of any hope for the opposing team. That was certainly the case on Tuesday, as Big Red played his first minutes with Kansas ahead by more than 30. Robinson, the starting point guard from last year's NCAA Championship team, played professionally in Turkey for the last two months before moving back to the states last week. The Reno Bighorns, a National Basketball Developmental League expansion franchise, selected Robinson in the second round of the NBDL Draft last weekend. Don't worry — the moves weren't too intense. ROBINSON PICKED IN THE NBDL DRAFT Former Jayhawk Russell Robin son will play in America this year after all. Robinson was the 23rd player picked. The NBDL is the NBA's official development league. SPECIAL STAR-SPANGLED BANNER SINGER Emporia State coach David Moe's eyes weren't fixated on the American flag during the singing of the National Anthem, but no one could blame him. Moe's 11-year old daughter, Lyndi, sung the National Anthem and received a rousing ovation from the student section. Lyndi even sported a Jayhawk T-shirt instead of any Hornet apparel. David was a graduate assistant at Kansas during the 1988 season when the Jayhawks won the national championship. JUWANNA MAN Freshman walk-on Jordan Juenemann made his first appearance in the game against Emporia State. He checked in with four and a half minutes remaining in the game to a slight cheer from the fans who were still in attendance. He scored Kansas' final two points on a layup with 26 seconds remaining. — Case Keefer --- 6B SPORTS MLB THE UNIVERSITY OF DARY KANSAN WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2008 Cy Young goes to Lincecum Second-year pitcher takes home NL's prestigious award BY MIKE FITZPATRICK ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK — Tim Lincecum won the National League Cy Young Award by a comfortable margin Tuesday, taking home pitching's highest honor in his second major league season. The slender kid with the whirling windup joined Mike McCormick (1967) as the only San Francisco Giants pitchers to win a Cy Young. place votes and 137 points in balloting by the Baseball Writers' Association of America. Brandon Webb of the Arizona Diamondbacks got four first-place votes and "I was definitely surprised. I thought it was going to be a lot closer," Lincecum said on a conference call. "People have been doubting me my whole life. I don't let them bring me down." finished second with 73 points. Listed at 5-foot-11 and 160 pounds, tiny by today's standards for a big league pitcher, Lincecum defied detractors — and the laws of physics — by firing 97 mph fastballs past one hulking slugger after another. place team that finished 72-90. "People have been doubting me my whole life," he said. "I don't let them bring me down." The 24-year-old right-hander was 18-5 with a 2.62 ERA and a major league-best 265 strikeouts, remarkable numbers for a fourth- New York Mets ace Johan Santana, who led the league in He made his first All-Star squad, but an illness prevented him from appearing in the July 15 game at Yankee Stadium. Lincecum led the NL in winning percentage (.783), ranked second in ERA and was third with 227 innings. TIM LINNECUM San Francisco Giants pitcher ERA (2.53) ERA (2.53) and innings (234 1-3), also garnered four first-place votes and came in third. The other first-place vote went to Milwaukee lefty CC Sabathia, last year's AL winner who was traded by Cleveland into the National League on July 7. He went 11-2 with a 1.65 ERA and seven complete games in 17 starts for the Brewers, pitching them to their first playoff berth since 1982. "I definitely thought he was in fair contention," Lincecum said. Sabathia came in fifth. Brad Lidge, the star closer who had a perfect season for the World Series champion Philadelphia Phillies, was fourth. Webb, the NL winner in 2006, was runner-up for the second consecutive season after going 22-7 with a 3.30 ERA in 226 2-3 innings. The baby-faced Lincecum, nicknamed "Franchise", is an aberration in almost every way. He eats junk food before starts and doesn't ice his arm. When he was called up from the minors in May 2007, ballpark security workers in San Francisco thought he was a bat boy. Late this season, some teammates even asked for his autograph - including veteran catcher Bengie Molina. "The key is to continue to get better," said Giants outfielder Randy Winn. "With the usage of video that hitters use, now people are going to see him a little more. People are going to have a better idea of what his pitches look like and how he attacks hitters. The pitchers who have been good for a long time are pitchers who continue to get better." Drafted 10th overall out of Washington in 2006, Lincecum said his major league experience last season definitely helped him succeed this year. He also credited an improved changeup, which he threw more often after finding a comfortable grip. "I've always taken pride in trying to strike people out. I've always been that guy," he said. "That's the one (statistic) that kind of gets me fired up." S SAN FRANCISCO Giants pitcher Tim Linecum works against the Arizona Diamondbacks during a baseball game in Phoenix. Lincecum is the National League Cy Young Award winner, taking home pitching's highest honor in his second major league season. The slender kid with the whirling windup on Tuesday joined Mike McCormick (1967) as the only San Francisco Giants pitchers to win a Cy Young. ASSOCIATED PRESS BRYANT COLLISION REPAIR 843-5803 1214 E. 23rd St. We get your car fixed RIGHT the FIRST TIME We guarantee our work for life. You have the right to choose your repair shop. 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"will capability on Proshnet action that acts in with ile an the execuaven, in a 983 nned V1 t are pat- FANTASY FOOTBALL ASSOCIATED PRESS 13 9 CAMBRIDGE 12 94 Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kurt Warner leads his team to a 29-24 victory against San Francisco on Monday night. In tune with "West Side Story," the Cardinals were feeling pretty after posting crazy statistics against one of the worst defenses in the league Teams show off talent This week's games led to key changes in the division In tribute to the showing of "Sweeney Todd" at the Lied Center tonight, let's take a look at this weekend's NFL action as a culmination of theatrical productions, with a lot of scores and some key changes in divisions. THE PRODUCERS The Jets' first half rated on the ridiculous scale, right next to someone in the real world actually producing "Springtime for Hitler." The Jets scored 40 points in the first half against St. Louis, capping it off with a 55-yard field goal before halftime. Quarterback Brett Favre kept the offense on cruise control by handing off the ball to running back Thomas Jones who rushed for 149 yards and three touchdowns. Favre threw only 19 passes in the game, but completed six of them to rookie tight end Dustin Keller for 107 yards and one touchdown. Five St. Louis turnovers also helped the Jets earn their largest margin of victory in club history. The team is now tied with New England for the division lead in the AFC West and should continue to factor in the divisional battle after winning five of its last six games. WEST SIDE STORY The Arizona Cardinals are running away with the NFC West division and inched closer to the divisional crown with a victory against San Francisco last night, in one of the most watchable Monday night games so far this season. The Cardinals probably feel confident right now, if not pretty, and witty, and gay, because they are sitting in the driver's seat halfway through the season. The ageless wonder, quarterback Kurt Warner, continued to post insane numbers BY KELLY BRECKUNITCH kbreckunitch@kansan.com with 328 passing yards and three touchdowns. The receiving corps continues to prove it is one of the best in the NFL. Steve Breaston led the team with seven catches for 121 yards. The defense proved it is for real as well, ending the game with a goal line stop. Any Cardinal will be a boost to your fantasy roster because they know how to win, and score a lot of points against some of the worst defenses in the NFL. LA CAGE AUX FOLLES If the Falcons win the South division, you can lock up that rookie of the year trophy for Ryan. One thing is for sure, Ryan is a reliable fantasy quarterback and worthy of a start for a slumping team. The Falcons are anything but caged, as they broke out for a big divisional victory against the Saints on Sunday. Atlanta must feel like this is "The Best of Times" after the traumatic Michael Vick incident last season and after head coach Bobby Petrino left them after one season. Now they are tied for second in the NFC South division, and quarterback Matt Ryan is looking like a strong candidate for rookie of the year. Don't cry for Pittsburgh quarterback B Roethlisberger, Steeler fans. The truth is he never left you. Pittsburgh fans shouldn't give up on Roethlisberger just yet either. EVITA Yes, Roethlisberger threw three interceptions in the game, but he shouldered the blame for the loss, possibly literally. Roethlisberger had a slight shoulder injury entering the game and coaches made a game-time decision to play him. He's bound to have an off-game, but he is one of the best quarter-backs under pressure in the NFI, so he'll rebound from the loss. The biggest factor for the Steelers could be running back Willie Parker's return, because he provides some balance to that offense. Pittsburgh's main competition in the division is Baltimore, so if it gets that balanced offensive attack back, it may wind up "Rainbow High" and in the playoffs. AVENUE O Don't worry Kansas City fans, the Chiefs are only terrible "For Now." Kansas City lost another heartbreaker this weekend to San Diego on a failed two-point conversion attempt. Don't fault coach Herm Edwards though. A 1-7 team has no choice but to go for two and the win. The Chiefs failed to complete a two-point conversion early in the game as well, which would have put them up by eight points. The offensive line continues to have trouble blocking as rookie running back Jamaal Charles left the game early with an injury and may be wishing he were still in college. Fellow rookie Dantrell Savage filled in with only 44 rushing yards against a weak San Diego run defense. Although it may suck to be a Chiefs fan right now, they showed signs of life on Sunday that may amount to a few more victories. Edited by Brenna Hawley COMMENTARY Jayhawk football stores away its glass slippers Many in the college football speculation business heard the prover BY ALEX BEECHER abeecher@kansan.com ness heard the proverbial clock strike midnight. They said Kansas' story was, like all of sports' Cinderella tales, destined to end with a sobering return to normalcy. Maybe we didn't hear the clock signal that inevitable return to the middle of the Big 12 pack. Perhaps we were too busy crowding Massachusetts Street, celebrating an Orange Bowl victory that would seem the stuff of fairy tales if we hadn't experienced it ourselves. Whatever the reason, we didn't believe last year was an aberration. We believed the team could once again overcome the odds and silence the critics. We believed because we were fans, and that's what fans do. But fans or not, it's time to objectively evaluate this situation. It's time to acknowledge that it's well past midnight and the glass slippers are long gone. Not that the Jayhawks haven't had opportunities to knock off quality foes. The first real test of the season, a road tilt against the then-ranked South Florida Bulls, was a game Kansas probably should have won. If any of several things had gone the Jayhawks' way, this season would likely have a much more positive spin on it. Unfortunately, success in sports Kansas is 6-4. None of the Jayhawks' six victories were against a ranked opponent, nor were any of them on the road. Furthermore, every one of Kansas' victims has a losing record. is measured in wins and losses not ifs and buts. Kansas' three other losses were more understandable. Norman, Okla., is not a place the Jayhawks are supposed to win, and they didn't. But there were positives to be derived from that loss — more ifs and buts to take comfort in. The week after, Texas Tech never so much as provided the illusion that the game would be competitive. For the first time in several years, the Jayhawks were clearly outmatched, outclassed and outgunned. The final margin of victory was 42 points but honestly, it could have been worse. At this point, reality should have hit home. Kansas wasn't going to a BCS bowl game this season. But still, a sliver of hope persisted. A victory against Nebraska could've kept Kansas alive in the Big 12 North title chase. A victory on that front, paired with an upset against rival Missouri, could have sent the Jayhawks to Arrowhead Stadium for a second time this season. There they would have a chance to surprise whichever team survived the Big 12 South gauntlet. Several miracles later, Kansas could once again shock the college football world and advance to a BCS bowl game. But Kansas didn't beat Nebraska. And really, there's no objective reason Kansas should be predicted to win either of its next two games. Leading up to Saturday's clash with the Longhorns, we shouldn't so much as humor the possibility that the impossible might happen. Texas is Texas. Kansas is Kansas. We know how this story goes. But come Saturday, that sort of rational thought will be abandoned. Texas will take to Kivisto Field greeted with a shower of boos. Kansas will follow — on Senior Day, no less — and receive a hero's welcome. And then we'll do what fans do. We'll begin to believe. We'll begin to hope that Kansas will once again don the glass slippers and write a happy ending to this season. No one knows what will happen next. Oh sure, there's a script for how games like this are supposed to play out: Kansas, motivated by a desire both to win one for the seniors and to regain some national prominence, plays a superb first quarter of football. But Texas weathers the emotional storm and takes a slim lead going into halftime. The talent differential manifests itself early and consistently in the second half, and the Longhorns win comfortably. That's the story as it's supposed to go. But then, the truth borne out by college football is often much stranger than the fiction generated by conventional wisdom. Edited by Andy Greenhaw MLB KC writers give awards to three Royals stars KANSAS CITY, Mo. Relief Right-hander Zack Greinke received the Joe Burke special achievement award. NFL pitcher Joakim Soria and shortstop Mike Aviles were named pitcher and player of the year for the Kansas City Royals, The Kansas City chapter of the Baseball Writers Association of America chose the winners. Expect some new Chiefs to fill holes in roster Head coach Herm Edwards said Tuesday that some new Chiefs could be on the horizon. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The injury-raved Kansas City Chiefs again are scouring the landscape for usable football players. 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Presented by: University Career Center Burge Union, Room 110 1601 Irving Hill Road Lawrence, KS 66045 www.KUCareerHawk.com Phone: (785) 864-3624 E-mail: ucc@ku.edu } 8B SPORTS THE UNIVERSITY HARRY KANSAN VOLLEYBALL WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2008 Team rides winning streak into Oklahoma match Two players earn individual Big 12 honors last week; coach savs awards reflect whole team's performance BY JOSH BOWE jbowe@kansan.com Coming off a week of consecutive sweeps, it could be difficult for volleyball coach Ray Bechard to find negatives for Kansas to address this week. But he said that wasn't the case. "We found plenty of things today," Bechard said. "You're going to run out of days in a season before Contact JoAnna Giffin at 816-501-3601 for more information MBA@Avila.edu you can get everything how you want it." Regardless, Kansas (12-12, 6-9) will be riding its first winning streak in Big 12 Conference play into Norman, Okla., tonight when it faces off against Oklahoma (10-14, 6-10) at 7 p.m. The Sooners are also on a two-match streak of their own, albeit a losing one. It will be an important match for Kansas, because the Big 12 standings still haven't settled yet. The breadth of talent in the conference has led to a muddled middle of teams. Iowa State stands at fourth place, and five teams, including Kansas and Oklahoma, are either one or two matches behind. The Jayhawks were able to beat the Sooners at home earlier in October. Bechard said his team had watched a lot of tape as he tried to plan around a Sooner squad that recently traveled to Austin, Texas, and beat the then-No. 3 Longhorns. "We all know what they are capable of doing," Bechard said, "So we expect to see Oklahoma's best effort." - Sophomore outside hitter Karina Garlington echoed Bechard's concerns and said she hoped Kansas could continue the momentum it had corralled. The Jayhawks haven't had a winning streak since nonconference play, and it has been hard for them to string together consecutive good matches until now. Bechard said he would like to see Kansas' dig effort improve against the Sooners. The Jayhawks had only 32 digs against the Red Raiders last week, a low number for a three-set match. In Kansas' last three three-set matches, the average number of digs was 47. "There are still some missed defensive coverages that we talk about," Bechard said. "You need to be real clean in that because they know what we're doing, and we kind of know what they're doing." "Any time you get awards like that, people are paying attention to what you're doing." "We have a good game plan on Oklahoma so we're really going to focus" on the KU side of the net again, Garlington said. "Get off to a good start and staying consistent." Garlington, along with freshman setter Nicole Tate, award a big 12 won last week. Garlington was Offensive Player of the Week, and Tate was Rookie of the Week. RAY BECHARD Volleyball coach Tate said she was humbled by the award and said her only concern was continuing this winning streak and making the NCAA Tournament. "It's awesome that I got them but I just kind of put them to the side till the end of the season, because we still got a lot of work to do." Tate said. 1 Bechard said he was proud of both Garlington and Tate for their achievements, but also of his team in general. Bechard said they won the awards because the team performed so well last week. "Any time you get awards like that, people are paying attention to what you're doing," he said. "It means you had a good week, so I'll be more happy if we have some more honors at the end of this week." Edited by Brenna Hawley Jon Goering/KANSAN Junior defensive specialist Melissa Grieb and sophomore libero Melissa Team up to dig a Colorado kill attempt during match point play for Kansas. Grieb came up with the dig and Kansas got the kill it needed to sweep the Buffalo team. keys to the game ON THE ROAD AGAIN ON THE ROAD AGAIN It can't be ignored — Kansas has only one Big 12 victory on the road, and that came more than a month ago to Texas Tech, who is still winless in conference. Whether it be the long road trips, the hostile crowds, or playing in a different gym that holds them back, the Jayhawks need to overcome their road woes. Perhaps riding the coattails of a two-match winning streak will be enough of an edge, and Kansas seems committed this week to a sense of urgency as the season winds down. earlier this week. A team like the Sooners fights for extra kill attempts, gets extra offensive possessions, and takes advantage of free balls. Kansas will have to improve its dig efforts, as Bechard said, and control the pace and tempo. EXTRA EFFORT PLAYERS TO WATCH Kansas: Karina Garlington — The reigning big 12 Offensive Player of the Week is going to have to keep that same level of play for Kansas to close out Oklahoma tonight. The sophomore outside hitter averaged five kills per set last week while hitting more than .300. The Sooners will try to take her out of the game with their defensive sets, but if Garlington wants to Oklahoma is a "scrappy" team, as freshman Nicole Tate said stay at a high level, she must be able to fight through that and still carry the load when things get tight. Oklahoma: Caitlin Higgins — The freshman outside hitter has been impressive this season. She is second on the team in kills per set with a 2.52 average. The Arlington, Texas, native also leads the team in aces with 26. Higgins has also shown the ability to step up in crucial moments. She had a team-high 18 kills when the Sooners shocked the Longhorns. So if things get close for Oklahoma, expect to see Higgins try to shoulder the burden for her team. THE SEARCH FOR THE SHIRT You the students have submitted your gameday slogans and now it's time to vote for your favorite! The slogan that receives the most votes will then be released as the new "official" gameday shirt of the student body. 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Street “Get Hooked” FOLLOWING WHAT DAD TAUGHT HER Junior defender Estelle Johnson got her tenacity in the game from drills her father taught her as a child. SOCCER 1B Jayplay invideo FIVE-STAR RECRUIT SIGNS OFFICIAL LETTER OF INTENT THE STUDENT VOICE SINCE 1904 Thomas Robinson decides to play basketball for Kansas. MEN'S BASKETBALL | 1B THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13,2008 WWW.KANSAN.COM VOLUME 120 ISSUE 61 CRIME Safety Office investigates fraudulent advertising BY RYAN MCGEENEY rmcgeeney@kansan.com The KU Public Safety Office is investigating a fraudulent classified advertisement that could leave job seekers responsible for bad checks and onerous debt. The ad, which appeared in The University Daily Kansan, encourages readers to respond to an e-mail address. "We need a cashier and receptionist urgently," the ad reads. Similar ads can also be found on several employment Web sites. When a Kansan reporter responded to the advertisement to investigate it, he received a response from an individual identified as "Debbie Mann, Recruitment Manager for Owo Trading Store" The e-mail describes Owo Trading Store as "a diversified equipment project services company." The e-mail claims that the company introduced itself to the U.S. market in 2007, and has "Had Hiccups receiving Check Payments made by our Customers." MEDICAL RECORDS The e-mail asks for personal information including name, address and telephone numbers. Although the reporter stopped at this point in the process, the next step described in the e-mail involved receiving checks or money orders from the Owo Trading Company. The e-mail instructs the victim to cash the checks using a personal bank account, and remit 90 percent of the amount to the organizer of the scam, while keeping 10 percent. The problem is that the checks used in such arrangements are typically bad checks. When the bank notifies the victim that the check has bounced, he or she is then liable for the full amount of the deposit — including the 90 percent that has been sent to the organizer of the scam. Danielle Rittenhouse, Philadelphia senior and classified manager for The Kansan, said that her staff tried to be thorough about preventing fraudulent ads from appearing in the paper in the first place. However, with new students joining the staff each semester, some lessons have to be learned the hard way. "It's the kind of thing that comes with experience," said Rittenhouse, who noted that some scams appeared perfectly legitimate, creating an area that could be difficult for new staff to navigate. Rittenhouse said that her staff used a series of precautionary measures that helped to screen out the majority of fraudulent ads. Individuals wishing to place an ad must speak with a member of Rittenhouse's staff over the phone or in person. The staff must have a full name and address on file with the staff, and credit card numbers are never accepted via e-mail or fax. Rittenhouse said that ads placed by e-mail were generally avoided and were "a big red flag." "We do our best to keep a wary eye toward fraud," Rittenhouse said. "But it's the customer's responsibility to protect themselves. We do our best to protect the students, but things fall through the cracks." — Edited by Jennifer Torline Making the DIGITAL SWITCH Anna Gerken, a nurse at the Mid America Cardiology Center at the University of Kansas Hospital, demonstrates the hospital's new electronic records system. In October of 2007, the hospital began the process of converting all of its paper files into digital files, making it one of the first hospitals in the Kansas City area to switch to electronic records. Ryan Waggoner/XANSAN KU hospital goes all-electronic BY COURTNEY CONDRON editor@kansan.com When a patient called Steve Owens, University of Kansas Hospital cardiologist, a few years ago with a question, it sometimes took Owens two days to request and obtain the patient's chart. Now, all Owens has to do is log on to the hospital's electronic medical record (EMR) system, and he can pull up past treatments, allergies and illnesses. He can access medical records not just from his office, but from offices throughout the hospital. "When I'm on call, I can access the record and review the patient's history, even if I'm not personally familiar with the patient," Owens said. "It allows me to be a lot more accurate in answering the patient's questions or concerns" The KU Hospital is in the second stage of a five-year, $51 million transition to all electronic records. This system allows doctors to automatically pull up any information about past visits the patient had at different departments and offices within the hospital. For some "Trying to operate a hospital on paper is very difficult, if not impossible these KUJH patients, there is some anxiety about whether their records are safe and private, but for doctors this system has increased efficiency. For the video element of this story, watch KUJH TV News tonight on channel 31 at 5:30 or visit tv.ku.edu. days," Doug Erich, who directed the EMR switch, said. "With a paper chart, if a patient went to another department in the Hospital, we do the best we could to get that paper chart along with them, but at times it would get lost or delayed." Erich said that having the information in the electronic system allowed information to go where it needed to go, so that care providers at the patient's next stop would have access to that information. For nurses, using computers reduces the chance for errors. They are no longer scribbling down a patient's information on a chart, but rather inputting it into the computer. Even cardiac devices that monitor heart rate and breathing are directly connected to the electronic system, so a nurse no longer has to log that information on a spreadsheet. Information that has been gathered on paper is now being scanned into the computers, so that electronic records will include as much of a patient's history as possible. Erich said that each nurse had to go through 16 hours of training to learn how to correctly use the software. The KU Hospital SEE HOSPITAL ON PAGE 4A ATHLETICS New facility stays on schedule to open next fall AYHAAA GRAPHIC COURTESY OF KANSAS ATHLETICS A $38 million project that includes a new basketball practice facility and locker rooms for other sports is underway. This graphic rendering shows what the athletics facility will look like when it is completed. GRAPHIC COURTESY OF KANSAS ATHLETICS BY B.J. RAINS rains@kansan.com Associate Athletics Director Jim Marchiony said construction was on pace to finish in time for the start of next year's basketball season in October. Construction continues on schedule for the $38 million project that will provide a 11,600 square-foot basketball practice facility near Allen Fieldhouse. The project also includes renovations and new locker rooms and offices for several other sports. The practice facility will have similar lighting and flooring to that of the Fieldhouse and will feature a court-and-a-half setup with seven basketball goals. Center court from the 2008 Final Four floor will hang on the wall, and banners celebrating championships and all-American players will hang from the ceiling. "This will be a whole different place come next October," coach Bill Self said. "You won't even recognize it. It's going to be the coolest place in the country, I really believe, from a facilities standpoint." In addition to the basketball facility, the project includes renovations to Allen Fieldhouse that will begin in March. It will also provide new locker rooms for sports that currently share with other teams. Baseball, soccer, volleyball, track and field and cross country are among the other sports that will benefit from the project. A donor atrium will also be built in the space between the Fieldhouse and Horejsi Family Athletics Center. "It helps the other sports because it provides more space for them," Marchiony said. "Space that they really need." In addition, a new academic center will be built with computer labs and areas for student-athletes to study with tutors and work on homework. Construction also includes an academic center in the front section of the second level of the Anschutz Football pavilion. Self said. The center will measure between SEE FACILITY ON PAGE 4A index Classifieds...3B Opinion...7A Crossword...6A Sports...1B Horoscopes...6A Sudoku...6A All contents, unless stated otherwise; © 2008 The University Daily Kansan RESEARCHERS IN BERLIN FIND POTENTIAL CURE FOR AIDS An American who was HIV positive appears to be cured after receiving a bone marrow transplant. HEALTH | 2A TODAY 64 43 PM showers Rainy Day weather TODAY FRIDAY 64 43 53 33 PM showers AM showers 64 43 PM showers SATURDAY N 4527 Cloudy weather.com rse 12 1 3 2A NEWS THE UNIVERSITY OF JAILY KANSAN THURSDAY NOVEMBER 12, 2002 quote of the day "Look for the ridiculous in everything and you will find it." Jules Renard fact of the day The Cat in the Hat's first name is Abraham. www.factropolis.com most e-mailed Here's a list of the five most e-mailed stories from Kansan. com: 3. Project Runway photo gallery 2. Second-year contestant wins SUA's Project Runway 1. S1.4 million grant adds Amharic language to slate o courses 4. Coaches react to three-point line shift 5. Letter: Should we celebrate more Plan B use at KU? The University Daily Kansan is the student newspaper of the University of Kansas. The first copy is paid through the student activity fee. Additional copies of The Kansan are 25 cents. Subscriptions can be purchased at the Kansan business office, 119 Stauffer-Flint Hall, 1435 Jayhawk Blvd., Lawrence, KS 66045. et cetera The University Daily Kansan (ISSN 0746-4967) is published daily during the school year except Saturday, Sunday, fall break, spring break and exams. Weekly during the summer session excluding holidays. Periodical postage is paid in Lawrence, KS 66044. Annual subscriptions by mail are $120 plus tax. Student subscriptions are paid through the student activity fee. Postmaster: Send address changes to The University Daily Kansan, 119 Stauffer-Flint Hall, 1435 Jayhawk Blvd., Lawrence, KS 66045 media partners KUJH For more news turn to KUJH Sunflower Broadband Channel 31 in Lawrence. 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Former KU employee charged with theft CRIME BY RYAN MCGEENEY rmcgeeney@kansan.com Robert Lee Sample, a Facilities Operations employee who worked at the University for nearly 18 years, has been charged with three felony counts of theft of items valued at between $1,000 and $25,000 by the Douglas County District Attorney. Depending on a defendant's criminal history, these charges, considered Level Nine felonies because of the assessed dollar value of the stolen items. C can carry sentences of five to 17 months for each count. Sample Sample, a senior building systems technician who was employed by the University from Sept. 18, 1990 through Sept. 5 of this year, according to University Relations, was arrested on Aug. 11 at his home and arraigned on Oct. 21. Sample is currently free on a $30,000 bond, and is scheduled to appear before judge Peggy Kittel in Douglas County Court on Nov. 18, according to the court clerk's office. Prosecutors consider Sample a suspect in at least 10 separate cases of theft between 2004 and 2008, including computer, photography and cleaning equipment taken from numerous academic halls across campus. Sheryl Wright, assistant to the district attorney, said that additional charges may yet be filed. Edited by Kelsey Hayes HEALTH AIDS patient cured after bone marrow transplant BY PATRICK MCGROARTY ASSOCIATED PRESS BERLIN — An American man who suffered from AIDS appears to have been cured of the disease 20 months after receiving a targeted bone marrow transplant normally used to fight leukemia, his doctors said Wednesday. While researchers — and the doctors themselves — caution that the case might be no more than a fluke, others say it may inspire a greater interest in gene therapy to fight the disease that claims 2 million lives each year. The virus has infected 33 million people worldwide. Dr. Gero Huetter said his 42-year-old patient, an American living in Berlin who was not identified, had been infected with the AIDS virus for more than a decade. But 20 months after undergoing a transplant of genetically selected bone marrow, he no longer shows signs of carrying the virus. "We waited every day for a bad reading," Huetter said. It has not come. Researchers at Berlin's Charite hospital and medical school say tests on his bone marrow, blood and other organ tissues have all been clean. However, Dr. Andrew Badley, director of the HIV and immunology research lab at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., said those tests had probably not been extensive enough. This isn't the first time marrow transplants have been attempted for treating AIDS or HIV infection. In 1999, an article in the journal Medical Hypotheses reviewed the results of 32 attempts reported between 1982 and 1996. In two cases, HIV was apparently eradicated, the review reported. "A lot more scrutiny from a lot of different biological samples would be required to say it's not present," Badley said. Huetter's patient was under treatment at Charite for both AIDS and leukemia, which developed unrelated to HIV. ODD NEWS Pastor gives his flock 7-day sex challenge Young, 47, said he believed society promoted promiscuity and he wanted to reclaim sex for married couples. Sex should be a nurturing, spiritual act that strengthens marriages, he said. DALLAS — The pastor of a mega-church says he will challenge married congregants during his sermon Sunday to have sex for seven straight days — and he plans to practice what he preaches. "We're going to give it a try," said the Rev. Ed Young, who has four children with his wife of 26 years. Young said he would deliver his seven-day sex challenge while sitting on a bed in front of his Dallas-area church campus. "God says sex should be between a married man and a woman,"Young said."I think it's one of the greatest things you can do for your kids because so goes the marriage,so goes the family." He is founder of the non- denominational Fellowship Church, which draws about 20,000 people each Sunday and also has campuses in Fort Worth, Plano and Miami. Earlier this year, a southwest Florida pastor, perhaps having more faith in his congregants' stamina, issued a 30-day sex challenge. Couple's cat returns after 13-year absence SANTA ROSA, Calif. — A California couple recently had an unexpected reunion with an old housemate: their pet cat who went missing more than 13 years ago. The cat, named George, was last seen in 1995. He recently resurfaced when the manager of a mobile home park trapped the sickly feline and gave him to an animal hospital. A microchip implanted in George allowed him to be traced back to his owners. Merman said after George went missing she visited animal shelters and wrote to veterinarians in search of the gray, yellow-eyed cat, who now weighs less than half his original 14 pounds. But Merman and Walburg say George is eating well and displaying some of his old behavior, like jumping at a flickering light on the wall. Associated Press KANSAN Newspaper now hiring spring semester staff The University Daily Kansan has begun hiring its news and advertising staffs for the spring semester. Applications for news section editors are available at the University's employment Web page, jobs.ku.edu. The applications include qualifications and supplemental questions. These applications are due Monday, Nov. 17. Applications for non-editor positions will be available soon and no Kansan experience is required. Applications for advertising sales and design positions are also available on the Web site. Info sessions about the positions are Tuesday, Nov. 18 and Wednesday, Nov. 19 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 206 in Stauffer-Flint Hall. Applicants must attend one session to apply for a position. All majors are welcome. The Kansan Board hired Brenna Hawley, Salina junior, as the Spring 2009 editor-in-chief. The board also hired Laura Vest, Augusta senior, as Kansan business manager. Students with questions about positions can contact Hawley at bhawley@kansan.com or Vest at lvest@kansan.com for more information. The news staff has won the Hearst Journalism Award in the writing category for the last two years. CNBAM, Inc., has awarded the advertising staff best college newspaper in the country and best advertising staff for the last two years. Brenna Hawley Locally grown food is helping sustain Lawrence one piece of produce at a time. That's one of the topics Marga ret Tran, Derby junior, said local farmers, educators and entrepreneurs would address in a local food panel discussion tonight at 6 at the Ecumenical Christian Ministries building. The panel, which is open to the public and welcomes walk in guests, will answer questions pertaining to local and global food economies, food production and the effects of local farming on the surrounding community. Tran said Simran Sethi, who has been on "Oprah," would moderate the discussion. The discussion will run from 6 p.m. until about 8:30 and guests will be treated to free locally-grown snacks. The ECM is located at 1204 Oread Avenue. LOCAL Panel tonight at ECM focuses on food issues within F try a New loo air ariag Viic Haling for after real N sex Con a ju rebo enr that Cali Cynthia Carroll is the first woman to become chief executive at Anglo American, one of the world's largest independent mining companies. She received her master's degree in geology from KU before going on to earn an MBA at Harvard University. In 2008, Forbes Magazine ranked her 5th in their list of The World's 100 Most Powerful Women. They described Carroll as "a powerhouse in the world of commodities, a sector crucial to the world's economy. And within the corridors of world governments, she is a force to be reckoned with." Joe Preiner 3-4 p.m., Friday, November 14 Spencer Museum of Art Auditorium Reception to follow CEO of Anglo American "The Role and Responsibility of the Multi-National Corporation" Cynthia Carroll The biggest building on campus is Mallott Hall. At 325,000 sq ft, it is almost as big as all five Jayhawk Towers buildings combined. Co-sponsored by KU's Office of the Chancellor, the School of Business, the Department of Geology, and the Alumni Association KU1nfo daily KU info No tickets are required. This event is free and open to the public. www.hallcenterku.edu • 785-664-4798 C KU HALL CENTER FOR THE HUMANITIES The University of Kansas GRE $ ^{\mathrm {T M}} $ LSAT $ ^{\mathrm {T M}} $ GMAT $ ^{\mathrm {T M}} $ TEST PREPARATION That's Right on Target. KU CONTINUING EDUCATION The University of Kansas Register early! Save $100! Test preparation classes now enrolling. 090098 www.ContinuingEd.ku.edu (keyword: testprep) - 785-864-5823 4 7 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN THURSDAY NOVEMBER 13,2008 NEWS 3A NATION Connecticut judge approves gay, lesbian marriage BY JOHN CHRISTOFFERSEM ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW HAVEN, Conn. — Samesex couples began marrying in Connecticut on Wednesday after a judge cleared the way, a partial rebound for gay-right activists still enraged over the vote last week that cost them the right to wed in California. Protests spread across the country over the loss in California, but in New Haven, bubbles and white balloons bounced in the chilly autumn air as well-wishers cheered the marriage of Peg Oliveira and Jennifer Vickery. They wed outside City Hall, next to a statue commemorating the Amistad slave's struggle for freedom, less than two hours after a judge made gay marriage a reality in Connecticut. Despite the roaring traffic and clicking cameras, "It was surprisingly quiet," Oliveira said after the brief ceremony. "Everything else The Connecticut Supreme Court ruled 4-3 on Oct. 10 that same-sex couples have the right to wed rather than accept a 2005 civil union law designed to give them the same rights as married couples. A lower-court judge entered a final order permitting same-sex marriage Wednesday morning. There was no comparison between civil unions and marriage for Robin Levine-Ritterman and Barbara Levine-Ritterman, who obtained a civil union in 2005 and were among eight same-sex couples "We didn't do it with pride or joy," Barbara Levine-Ritterman said of getting the civil-union license. "It felt grtty to be in a separate line." "Today, Connecticut sends a message of hope and inspiration to lesbian and gay people throughout this country who simply want to be treated as equal citizens by their government," said the plaintiff's attorney, Bennett Klein. dissolved, and it was just the two of us. It was so much more personal and powerful in us committing to one another, and so much less about the people around us." who sued for the right to marry. On Wednesday, however, she proudly held up the first same-sex marriage license issued in New Haven as about 100 people applauded outside City Hall. She and her betrothed, who held red roses, plan to marry in May. "It's thrilling today," Barbara Levine-Ritterman said. "We are all in one line for one form. Love is love, and the state recognizes it." Massachusetts is the only other state that allows gay marriages. Like the highest courts in that state and Connecticut, the California Supreme Court had ruled that same-sex marriage is legal this spring, but after thousands such unions were conducted in that state California voters last week approved a referendum banning the practice. DO NOT ENTER Gay couples walk to Superior Court in New Haven, Conn., on Wednesday where Judge Jonathan Silberr ruled at a brief hearing that gay and lesbian couples now may pick up marriage license forms at town and city clerks' offices statewide. The Connecticut Supreme Court ruled 4-3 on Oct. 10 that same-sex couples have the right to wed rather than accept a civil union law designed to give them the same rights as married couples. ASSOCIATED PRESS funded by: Student Senate November 13,2008 THIS WEEK ON CAMPUS KNOW WHERE YOUR FOOD CAME FROM? Probably at least 1500 miles from Lawrence. Why should this matter to you? AFRICA SOUTH AMERICA Come And Find Out What Local People Are Doing About It! LAWRENCE'S LOCAL FOOD AND LOCALVORES Presentation by DAN NAGENGAST of the Kansas Rural Center Open discussion moderated by SIMRAN SETHI With local growers, entrepreneurs, and educators. 6:00 PM Thursday Nov.13th ECM 1204 Oread Sponsors: KU Environs, E.A.R.T.H, Oxfam KU, Lawrence Fair Trade enviros EARTH Oxfam Advocacy Homework for Friday: Attend services in Woodruff Auditorium at 6 P.M. Enjoy dinner in the Ballroom at 7 P.M. ROCK CHALK SHABBAT Kansas Union November 14,2008 Extra Credit:*Bring non-perishables for Harvesters or donations for Chai Difening RUN ALL FOR TWO WEEKS! Extra Credit: "Bring non-pershakes for Harveststown or donations for Charity" "stay the whole night and receive prizes from the annual raffle" GET CONNEXION KU Hillel LONG FURNITURE definition: (rok chawk sha-baht) 1. the largest Shabbat celebration ever at KU 2. a time spent with over 900 family and friends 3. the place to be on November 14th THE SERVICE LEARNING AMBASSADORS invites You to COMPLETE your certification by attending reflection sessions The Multicultural Theatre Initiative, or MTI, is a body started this year at the University of Kansas. The MTI seeks to create diverse thought-provoking entertainment using artists and resources that vary the cultural nature of the piece of theatre while preserving and enhancing the story. Any and all students interested in being involved in the MTI in any way should contact Tosin Morohunfola at Tobam88@ku.edu. 11/11 2:30 - 3:30 pm Alcove J 11/12 10-11 am Alcove A 11/13 6-7 pm Alcove J 11/19 6-7pm Alcove B 11/20 12:1pm Alcove J 11/21 2:3 pm Alcove J The 7th Annual Career Development Conference Friday, November 21, 2008 at the 4th floor of the Kansas Union 12:30-5:00pm Open to ALL KU students, free of charge! Attend interactive workshops, compete in a case competition,and gain valuable knowledge from a panel of speakers. All students are encouraged audition. Bring in one or two monologue(s) equaling up to 2 minutes. all located on the 3rd floor of the Kansas Union! For more information/questions e-mail slam@ku.edu PRODUCTION: For Colored Girls by Ntozake Shange AUDITION DATES: November 16, 3-6pm November 17, 7-10pm Callbacks on Nov. 18th from 6-10pm. AUDITION LOCATION: Room 341, Murphy Hall Who: Delta Delta Delta Sorority What: Hot Chocolate Stand When: Nov. 17th - Nov.20th 9:00 am - 1:00 pm each day Why: To support St.Jude Children's Research Hospital Where: Wescoe Beach Cost: $1 per cup & any extra donations are appreciated! THE KU MARKETING CLUB PRESENTS KU Cultural India Club diya Multicultural Theatre Initiative (MTI) Auditions diva --- Indian dance and music performances followed by delectable Indian cuisine When: Nov. 16th, 2008 (6:00 pm) Where: Woodruff Auditorium, Kansas Union 1301 Jayhawk Blvd. Lawrence, KS 66045 Admission: FREE Come experience a night of Indian culture by celebrating 'Diwali' with us. Indian Dinner: Members: $7 / Non-members: $10 Dinner tickets can be bought at the venue The Multicultural Theatre Initiative (MTI) presents.. BLUE/ORANGE (a play about race and racial perceptions) Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 15 & 16 @ 7:30 PM Soundstage at KU's Oldfather Studios 1621 W 9th St., Lawrence, KS 66044 FREE. Donations accepted. Limited seating---please arrive early! 4A NEWS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN THURSDAY. NOVEMBER 13. 2008 HOSPITAL (CONTINUED FROM 1A) YES Anna Gerken uses the KU Hospital's new electronic records system. The KU Hospital is in the second stage of a five-year transition to all-electronic medical records. also bought several hundred new computers for physicians and pharmacists to use, including carts with laptops so that nurses and other care providers can roll computers from unit to unit. With records stored online and the accessibility of this information, there is some concern of privacy for patients. For example, if a patient goes to her gynecologist at the KU Hospital for an appointment, and then returns to the emergency room three weeks later for a broken foot, the ER doctor will be able to see any information that the gynecologist put into her file. But having information from a previous appointment will often help doctors. They will know what medication a patient is currently on and if they are allergic to anything and how badly they are allergic to it. The security system at the KU Hospital does make sure that not just any doctor can look up a patient's information. A portion of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is based on keeping a patient's information secure and confidential. "Privacy of the patients' information is a major portion of treatment as far as I'm concerned," Irwin Weinberg, KU Hospital Information Security Officer, said. "When you come into the hospital, we want to be able to tell you that you are going to get the best treatment, and that information is going to be protected to the most optimum degree possible." Weinberg said this was done with "audit trails". Each physician has an "audit trail" that shows where he or she has gone on the computer and what they have looked at. These trails are permanent and can always be accessed by security. Each person has his or her own log in and password. If a physician is looking at a patient's records that he or she shouldn't be, then this will signal "red flags" to security. "The vendor, Epic, pretty much has to build their system around the requirements that HIPAA sets for the record, so there's lots of security set up," Kay Grasso, director of clinical informatics, said. "We make sure that people are trained on the system, that they fill out a confidentiality form, that our security within the system is set up appropriately and we follow those HIPAA guidelines very stringently." Weinberg and other KU Hospital security officers have met with doctors and nurses in various departments to make sure they are aware of the security features. They have also run campaigns on how to use passwords properly and send secure e-mails. Owens said that just knowing the security had "audit trails" inhibited people from accessing a record. "Everyone in the institution is well-versed on the methods to protect privacy" Owens said. EMRs also help secure records, because they can't be left lying around like paper records. Weinberg said he had once seen a nurse leave a cart of medical records out in the hall while she went to the bathroom. This wouldn't happen with EMRs. Even if a computer wasn't being watched, only a nurse or doctor would be able to log in to the system to view records. As the KU Hospital finishes the second stage of the transition to electronic records, there is still much to come as more of the EMR system is implemented. At this point, the hospital is still working on putting many of the ambulatory clinics on the same electronic system. Eventually, a patient portal will be built to allow patients to schedule appointments, request prescriptions and look at lab results online. Ultimately patients will have the capability to go online and view their own records. Dennis Minich, senior media relations coordinator for the KU Hospital, said that the system could go even further in the future. Eventually, patients may have all of their medical information programmed on their insurance cards, and all they have to do is hand them to the doctor, who swipes them and they have all of a patient's information readily available. Owens said that electronic records were a major step forward in health care because there was an incredible amount of time spent getting information from other departments or other institutions when caring for a patient. "Electronic records will facilitate the timely exchange of patient information," Owens said. "It will allow us to make better informed, more timey decisions on behalf of patients." 15,000 and 20,000 square feet and will connect to Anderson, making it all one big complex. FACILITY (CONTINUED FROM 1A) — Edited by Jennifer Torline The goal of the project is indeed to connect all five buildings — Wagnon Student Athlete Center, Horeisi Family Athletics Center, Anschutz Sports Pavilion, the Fieldhouse and the new practice facility. Both basketball teams currently have to go outside between their locker rooms The basketball teams also share practice times at Horejsi and the Fieldhouse, but have to juggle practice schedules to allow the main tenent of the building — the volleyball team — to have the gym when needed. The new facility will allow for more manageable practice times and will help ease the scheduling problems. and practice at Horeisi. "Sometimes it's a burden on the kids, having to practice early in the mornings and stuff," women's basketball coach Bonnie Henrickson said. "It's been manageable, but it will be a lot more convenient and student-athlete friendly once we get the third facility." The project is scheduled to be completed on Oct. 15,2009. Edited by Becka Cremer ECONOMY M. BRISTOL Susan Walsh/ASSOCIATED PRESS Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson calls on a reporter during a news conference at the Treasury Department in Washington on Wednesday. Paulson said the rescue plan approved by Congress a month ago had already an effect on the financial crisis. BY MARTIN CRUTSINGER Democrats seek auto bailout ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON — The Bush administration is abandoning the centerpiece of its massive $700 billion economic rescue plan and exploring new ways to shore up not only banks but credit-card, auto-loan and other huge nonbank businesses. Democrats are pressing hard to include a multibillion-dollar bailout for faltering automakers, too — over administration objections. Unimpressed by any of the talk on Wednesday, Wall Street dove ever lower. at a news briefing, explaining the administration's switch from its original plan to help financial institutions by buying up troubled assets, primarily securities backed by bad home loans. "The facts changed and the situation worsened," Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson said Despite its new flexibility, the administration remained opposed to using the rescue fund to bail out the ailing auto industry or to provide guarantees for home loans, an idea that supporters contend offers the greatest hope for helping legions of Americans who are facing foreclosure. Congressional Democrats felt otherwise on autos, and strongly. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid were pressing for quick passage of a major package for carmakers during a postselection session that begins next Tuesday. One key House Democrat was putting together legislation that would send $25 billion in emergency loans to the beleaguered industry in exchange for a government ownership stake in the Big Three car companies. Not all the news was bad, Paulson suggested. He said the rescue program approved by Congress a month ago had already had an effect in dealing with the most severe financial crisis in decades, a credit squeeze that is threatening to push the country into a deep and prolonged recession. The University of Kansas University Theatre and the KU Department of Music & Dance Present Stage Direction by Tazewell Thompson, guest director Conducting and Musical Direction by David Neely Featuring the KU SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Book by Elmer Rice Lyrics by Langston Hughes Music by Kurt Weil STREET SCENE A creative fusion of traditional European opera and Broadway musical theatre 7:30 p.m. November 7 - 8 and 13 - 15, 2008 2:30 p.m. November 9, 2008 Stage Too!, Murphy Hall Based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Elmer Rice Reserved seat tickets are on sale in the KU ticket offices: University Theatre, 864-3982; Lied Center, 864-ARTS; SUA Office, 864-7469; and online at www.kuttheatre.com. Tickets are $20 for the public, $19 for senior citizens and KU faculty and staff, $10 for all students. All major credit cards are accepted for phone and online orders. This production is an associate entry in the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival XXXXI. The University Theatre is partially funded by the KU Student Senate Activity Fee. This production is funded in part by the Kurt Weil Foundation for Music, Inc., 7 East 20th Street, NY, NY 10003. KU UNIVERSITY THEATRE The University of Kansas The University of Kansas University Theatre and the KU Department of Music & Dance Present Stage Direction by Tazewell Thompson, guest director Conducting and Musical Direction by David Neely Featuring the KU SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Book by Elmer Rice Lyrics by Langston Hughes Music by Kurt Weil A creative fusion of traditional European opera and Broadway musical theatre 7:30 p.m. November 7 - 8 and 13 - 15, 2008 2:30 p.m. November 9, 2008 Stage Too!, Murphy Hall Based on the Puittzer Prize-winning play by Elmer Rice Reserved seat tickets are on sale in the KU ticket offices: University Theatre, 864-3982, Lied Center, 864-ARTS, SUA Office, 864-7469, and online at www.kutheatre.com. Tickets are $20 for the public, $19 for senior citizens and KU faculty and staff, $10 for all students. All major credit cards are accepted for phone and online orders. This production is an associate entry in the Kennedy, Center American College Theatre Festival XXXX. The University Theatre is partially funded by the KU Student Senate Activity Fee. This production is funded in part by the Kurt Weil Foundation for Music, Inc., 7 East 20th Street, NY, NY 10003. The Ranch 2515 W 6th St. 842-9845 Party with the finest. thursday is college night $1.50 shots $2 domestic bottles friday dollar night $20,000 BONUS FOR SPECIFIC JOBS MAKE SOME NOISE! CICS Boost your GPA! We're talking about your Graduation Plan of Attack. Do it with 100% Tuition Assistance, low-cost healthcare, a supplemental paycheck Inti sti career jump start, and up to a $20,000 bonus for specific jobs. All this as a member of the Air Force Reserve with no prior military experience needed. AIR FORCE RESERVE AFReserve.com/TalkToUs NEWS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN THURSDAY NOVEMBER 13, 2008 5A ELECTION 2008 Noncitizens have opinions, not votes International students couldn't vote still followed the presidential election BY JESSE TRIMBLE jtrimble@kansan.com Not every student excited for the presidential election was allowed to cast a vote last week. Students who weren't U.S. citizens, such as Yaser AlZayer, weren't able to vote. AlZayer said he followed the election closely this year and AlZayer, Qatis, Saudi Arabia junior and president of International Students Association at the University, came to the U.S. when he was 19 years old. that he would have voted for President-elect Barack Obama. "It was exciting to see new things," he said. "You'd think an African-American candidate wouldn't make it that far. It was really exciting to see AlZayer said Obama's optimism was encouraging to Saudi Arabians who wanted to see the war in Iraq end. him win. He has a more inclusive message and positive. He's optimistic about the future." "I always use the word 'we' when referring to the U.S., so I think that's a clue that I feel like a part of the country." He said the system made sense when he looked at it from a historical perspective, though. Jose Espinosa-Machado, Panama City, Panama, senior, has been living in the U.S. since he was 8, but wasn't able to vote because he is not a U.S. citizen. He said this was the first year he kept up with the elections. The primaries, Espinosa- Machado said, featured an all-star list of candidates. diplomacy and engagement than many other candidates" Espinosa-Machado said that he planned to vote in the next election, but that he would first have to jump through some legal hoops. "The electoral system really intrigued me," he said. "It seems kind of counter to the idea of a total democracy." "Hillary Clinton, first of all," he said, "Law and Order's" Fred Thompson, Rudy Giuliani, John McCain and best of all, not George Bush." JOSE ESPINOSA-MACHADO Panama City, Panama, senior "I have to pass an interview and the citizenship test, which I think costs around $600, so that's a hindrance," he said. "I guess it's supposed to be, though." Espinosa-Machado said he was an Obama supporter from the first day he heard about him through a Facebook group. Espinosa-Machado said that he had liked Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) before he ran for president, but that he thought McCain was not himself on the campaign trail. Then, he heard about Barack Obama. "I really like his worldview," he said. "It's a breath of fresh air, and he seems a lot more open to Espinosa-Machado said that because Panama recognized dual-citizenship, he thought he would likely become a U.S. citizen in the future. "I always use the word 'we' when referring to the U.S., so I think that's a clue that I feel like a part of the country," he said. "I feel like I have a stake in both countries." Tugce Kurtis, Istanbul, Turkey, doctoral student, said she was in Vermont at Bennington College working on her bachelor's degree during the 2004 elections when Sen. John Kerry (D-Mass.) lost to President George W. Bush. "At my college and in Vermont, which is a very liberal state, people were utterly disappointed, and so was I." Kurtis said. Kurtis said people in Turkey always paid close attention to the U.S. elections. "American foreign policy directly impacts Turkey, given that it's on the border of Iraq," she said. During Bush's presidency, Kurtis said, Turks were often critical of U.S. policies. "People in Turkey have been hoping for change that Obama promised," Kurtis said. "I, myself, have been on Obama's side since the first time the likelihood of his presidency came up" "It was a long time coming," she said. "I am eager to see how things will shape within the U.S. and expect to see a positive turn in U.S. foreign relations." She said she was thrilled to hear Obama had won the presidency last Tuesday. Extreme cycling Edited by Becka Cremer ASSOCIATED PRESS BY HALEY JONES hjones@kansan.com Groups with senators may get leg up in funding STUDENT SENATE Every Thursday 50¢ DRAWS at Duffy's in EconoLodge [6th & Iowa] Pacey said the format and process was fair, but could always be improved. Every semester, student senators are responsible for contacting student groups and being available to help them with anything they might need from Senate. "It would make the process better if everybody did their outreach," he said. "But I hope students know Senate is there to help them with their events." He said, for example, that law school groups received more funding this year because they had graduate senators in the groups. This meant they were involved with Senate and were familiar with the process and what Senate would and would not fund. In his six years of involvement with Student Senate, Pacey said, he noticed that the Mock Trial team was a well-funded group because past finance chairs were members of the club. "It's pretty obvious that having people involved in your group and also in Student Senate helps you get funding," Pacey said. "But getting more funding is a function of being involved." Joe Allie, 12, rides through floodwaters of the Snoqualmia River covering a nearby road on Wednesday in Snoqualmia, Wash. A rain storm has filled western Washington rivers and officials at Mount Rainier National Park have closed the park because of flooding along a main road. Student senators disagree over whether KU student groups with student senators in them are more likely to receive funding. Mark Pacey, Manhattan third-year graduate student and finance committee chairman, said this was because student senators understood the rules and regulations of requesting Senate funding and, therefore, would be more successful. ROAD CLOSED Every Thursday 50¢ DRAWS at Duffy's in EconoLodge [6th & Iowa] Furry Flurry. $11998 Nuptse Fur 2 SUNFLOWER OUTDOOR BIKE 804 Massachusetts St. Downtown Lawrence (785) 843-5000 www.sunfloweroutdoorbike.com Furry Flurry. $119.98 Nuptse Fur 2 SUNFLOWER OUTDOOR & BIKE 804 Massachusetts St. to work within the system didn't make it unfair to those outside of Senate. He said the list of senators who were available to represent groups and assist them was available online. DQ Buy One Blizzard and Get ONE FREE of equal or lesser size 2345 Iowa 1835 Massachusetts 842-9359 843-3588 Coupon not valid with any other offer. Expires 11/30/7 DQ "If I had a group that needed $4,000 more, I could probably get them funded because I know what's on going in their heads when they vote," he said. "I would tell them, look, you're asking for $6,000 but if you ask for $12,000 then you get $10,000." "It's tough for me to see that we fund a group at a high level near the beginning of the year and then sometimes we get toward the end of the year and we have to table all of the legislation." Porte said. "I certainly think it's easier to get funding if you have an existing relationship with senators and even easier if you know how finance works, but easy isn't unfair — it's just convenience," he said. "It's all about taking advantage of opportunities." Alex Porte, Great Falls, Va., senior and Student Senate treasurer, said it was very clear that a person's group affiliations often influenced the way they voted. Porte experienced this firsthand. A request he submitted for funding was voted down because some student senators were disgruntled that their event, which was ineligible for funding, had not been approved. But, Porte said, the most frustrating thing was mismanagement of students' fees. He said some groups were funded more heavily at the beginning of the year and, by the end of the year, Senate had to be very selective in funding because there was not enough money. Ryan Lawler, Bolingbrook, Ill., senior and community affairs director for the Student Legislative Awareness Board, said it was unfortunate that knowing people in Senate had an effect on legislation at all. But, he said, that it was just the way governing bodies worked. Some senators disagree, saying that almost all student groups get the funding they request. Ethan Zipf-Sigler, Prairie Village third- "The better you understand the system, the better the results," he said. "I kind of look at it as the nature of the beast." Zipf-Sigler said student involvement had made no difference in deciding whether a group received funding. He said groups that had senators help them author a request were likely to be more successful because senators understood the rules and process. Zipf-Sigler said, though, that just because senators knew how year law student, graduate senator and member of the finance committee, said a group's request for funding had to be excessive or in serious violation of the rules to be rejected. "We follow the rules as closely as we can," he said. "But the reality is that pretty much every group gets funding. It's hard to look at students and say, 'No you can't have funding.'" Edited by Kelsey Hayes Struggling in your Math & Science Classes? Buy One Blizzard and Get ONE FREE of equal or lesser size 2345 Iowa 1835 Massachusetts 842-9359 843-3588 Coupon not valid with any other offer. Expires 11/30/2008 Struggling in your Math & Science Classes? Get Math & Science problems solved 24/7! 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They appear to be members of a band or group, possibly from an earlier time period. The men are dressed in suits with ties, and they have facial hair. There is no text visible in the image. PUNCH BROS featuring CHRIS THILE SUNDAY NOV. 23rd 6A ENTERTAINMENT THE UNIVERSITY DARY KANSAN Conceptis SudoKu By Dave Green 5 1 8 7 1 1 9 8 4 9 5 8 6 4 8 2 7 8 2 5 9 6 4 5 Answer to previous puzzle 11/13 Difficulty Level ★★★ Difficulty Level ★★★ 8 6 2 1 9 4 7 5 3 7 1 4 5 2 3 6 8 9 3 9 5 7 6 8 4 2 1 2 4 9 8 1 6 3 7 5 6 7 8 2 3 5 1 9 4 5 3 1 4 7 9 2 6 8 9 2 3 6 5 1 8 4 7 4 5 7 3 8 2 9 1 6 1 8 6 9 4 7 5 3 2 NATION Infatuated fan found dead outside Paula Abdul's home MARIE CURTIS "American Idol" judge Paula Abdul arrives at the 2008 CMT Awards, in Nashville, Tenn. A fan of the entertainer was found dead in a car near Abdul's home in Sherman Oaks. BY ANTHONY MCCARTNEY ASSOCIATED PRESS LOS ANGELES — A fan of Paula Abdul was found dead in a car parked near a home belonging to the "American Idol" judge, police said Wednesday. ASSOCIATED PRESS "I am deeply shocked and saddened at what transpired yesterday," Abdul said in a statement released by her publicist, Jeff Ballard. "My heart and prayers go out to her family. The death appears to be a suicide, Capt. Jim Miller told KTTV TV. He said the woman, who was in her 30s and was not identified, had an infatuation with Abdul. Police spokeswoman Julianne Sohn says officers responded to a call about 6 p.m. Tuesday and arrived in the Sherman Oaks area to find the body. Public records show Abdul owns a home near the site where the body was found. The 30-year-old woman was reported missing on Tuesday afternoon by a family member in neighboring Ventura County. Authorities said they could not yet release the woman's identity Tuesday morning because her family hadn't been properly notified. Ventura County Sheriff's Department Capt. Ross Bonfiglio said relatives hadn't seen the woman since about 11 p.m. on Monday and were concerned she might try to hurt herself. In June, the department checked on the woman at her home in Thousand Oaks after deputies received a tip from Los Angeles police that the woman might be at risk of self-harm, Bonfiglio said. CELEBRITY FEUD Shatner complains online about co-star George Takei NEW YORK — William Shatner is continuing to feud with former "Star Trek" co-star George Takei. In his latest online video, Shatter says: "George has been mean to me for a long time — I mean, decades and decades." Shatner complained in a previous video that he wasn't invited to Takei's September wedding to Brad Altman. Takei and Altman have said Shatner was invited; Shatner says he didn't receive the invitation. 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ROCK CHALK SHABBAT Kansas Union November 14, 2008 definition: [roK chawK sha-baht] 1. the largest Shabbat celebration ever at KU 2. a time spent with over 500 family and friends 3. the place to be on November 14th Credit:*Bring non-perishables for Harvesters or donations for Chai Lifeline *Stay the whole night and receive prizes from the annual raffle E KU Hillel OPINION THURSDAY NOVEMBER 13, 2008 7A THE UNIVERSITY HALL MANSION FROM THE EDITORIAL BOARD KANSAN FILE PHOTO Four fatalities on K-10 south of Lawrence have brought back the continuing safety problems the city faces on its roads and highways. This highway is not necessarily more dangerous than similar highways, most likely making these accidents an aberration. But what are not aberrations are the continuing alcohol-related accidents and increased congestion and expansion in the Lawrence area. Building more roads won't curb accidents Lawrence and the state must pursue a traffic safety strategy that recognizes that alcohol-related accidents are only a manifestation of roads that have been overextended and under policed, and with increased road development must come matching law enforcement funds. Statistics confirm anecdotal information about Lawrence. Lawrence has more accidents per capita (3 per 100 people) than a larger city like Overland Park (2.77 per 100 people), based on 2007 Kansas Department of Transportation records. Lawrence also has a higher rate of alcohol-related accidents. In 2007, 5.3 out of each 100 accidents in Lawrence were alcohol related, but in Overland Park 3.7 out 100 accidents were alcohol related. With a high density of college students, it is difficult to see Lawrence's problems with drunken driving going away simply by implementing more education. But the Kansas Highway Patrol has had its budget cut by more than $11 million from 2007 to 2006. Lawrence appears to have an above average problem with alcohol-related accidents that education alone is not solving. It was irresponsible of the government to build roads it could not adequately police. Estimates for 2008 and 2009 call for that to rebound a bit, but it seems unlikely because Gov. Kathleen Sebelius ordered a 3 percent budget cut statewide. The government was happy to finance new road projects in hopes of attracting more development during the height of the housing bubble. This brought increased traffic, more miles of road to patrol, but a smaller budget to do so. Kansas Highway Patrol is assuredly working as hard as it can to prevent accidents like those on K-10 last month, but with a reduced budget they have a disadvantage. West Lawrence is an example of the bet that new roads would bring increased tax revenue and pay for their own enforcement down the road. K-10 between Lawrence and Topeka is one of these roads, built to offer access to the western part of the city, which has experienced massive expansion over the last two decades. In the future, we should make sure we can enforce the rules of the roads we wanted and built. - Alex Doherty for the editorial board TYLER DOEHRING HEY, DID YOU FINISH YOUR PAPER? NO. I JUST TURNED IN THE SAME ONE FROM MY MIDTERM. I THOUGHT YOU FAILED THAT PAPER. YOU WERE REALLY DEPRESSED. I DID BUT IT WAS ABOUT HISTORY REPEATING ITSELF SO I'M HOPING HE'LL APPRECIATE THE IRONY. FROM THE DRAWING BOARD HOW TO SUBMIT A LETTER TO THE EDITOR Send letters to opinionokansan.com Write LETTER TO THE EDITOR in the e-mail subject line. Length: 300 words LETTER GUIDELINES The submission should include the author's name, grade and hometown. Find our full letter to the editor policy online at kansan.com/letters. CONTACT US Matt Erickson, editor 864-4810 or merickson@kansan.com Mark Dent, managing editor 864.4810 or mail to anon.com Dani Hurst, managing editor 864-4810 or dhurst@kansan.com Kelsey Hayes, managing editor 864-4810 or khayes@kansan.com Lauren Keith, opinion editor 764.4034 or keith@hawaii.edu Patrick De Oliveira, associate opinion editor 864-4924 or pdeoliveira@kansan.com Jordan Hermmann, business manager 864-4338 or jhermmanniksan.com Toni Bergquist, sales manager 864-4747 or bergquistiksan.com Malcolm Gibson, general manager and news adviser 864-7667 or ngibsoniksan.com John Schmitt, sales and marketing adviser 864-7666 or jschmittiksan.com **THE EDITORIAL BOARD** Membriets of the Kansan Editorial Board are Alice Dicherty, Lauren Keith, Patrick de Oliveira, Ray Segebrecht and Ian Stanford. FROM THE DRAWING BOARD CHURCH OF WHATS HAPPENING NOW SO, HOW LONG DO YOU THINK THE HONEYMOON WILL LAST? HARD TO THEY'VE BEEN HAVING AN AFFAIR FOR TWO YEARS ALREADY. MEDIA ...I GIVE IT A YEAR. Sick and tired of being sick and tired? YOU'RE WELCOME MICHAEL PORE & BYAN SNYDER MICHAEL POPE & RYAN SNYDER PROCRASTINATION Pope: 'wheeze' Pope: Every time winter rolls around, newspapers and magazines are quick to offer their own remedies for these maladies-dujour, so we won't go into that here. Instead, we must warn you of some potentially life-threatening diseases that go relatively unnoticed and can strike at any time during your college career. Ryan: My colleague is absolutely right. With the bipolar weather of Kansas, this time of year is a breeding ground for illnesses. The common cold and flu are everywhere. Students are dropping like five-foot jumpers from the graceful hands of Matt Kleinmann. Also called: Oh-shit-that-15- page-paper-assigned-last-month-is- due-tomorrow-itis Symptoms: This is the most common disease among students, after chlamydia. Patients diagnosed with procrastination often exhibit feelings of anxiety because of the stress of academic constipation (the buildup of too much schoolwork in the colon), frequent and uncontrollable urination and, in extreme cases, complete denial NICHOLAS SAMBALUK that any assignments exist. Symptoms: PMSD is triggered by a traumatic event such as failing an important midterm because of lack of attendance, preparation or both. Studies show that 50 percent of the 40 percent of students who fail a class suffer from PMSD unknowingly and never recover. If you think a friend — or even yourself — may be suffering from PMSD, check for these signs: excessive use of drugs or alcohol, hysterical weeping, night sweats, diarrhea and in rare cases complete indifference to life in general. They can often be heard saying, "I'll get started after this episode of 'Private Practice.'" Cures: Uh ... we'll get back to you after this episode of "Private Practice." Cures: PMSD can be cured with hard work and dedication, or you can use the method approved by the healthcare industry for solving difficult problems. Throw money at it. Bribery is recommended. Cheating is double-recommended. Symptoms: Male patients who have contracted Chubby Cancer often do not realize they have been infected until after waking up next to their horrible-looking decision from the previous drunken evening. The tumor can show up intermittently in the form of CHUBBY CANCER POST-MIDTERM STRESS DISORDER persistent phone calls, but it is usually benign. However, after many weeks of remission, Chubby Cancer could return as a malignant, pregnant mass. In most cases, deaths occurring from this disease are self-inflicted. Cures: Unfortunately, no cures have been discovered. Pope: You're *cough* ELECTILE DYSFUNCTION Symptoms: Typically found among the most rabid John McCain supporters, patients can be observed polishing their rifles in a corner while crying into their whiskey and listening to Alan Jackson's "Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)" on repeat. If you come into contact with a person suffering from ED, you are advised to keep your distance, as they are feral and will bite. Pope is a Kansas City senior in English. Snyder is a Leawood senior in English. Cures: Those afflicted with ED should take two chill pills every four hours and realize that the world is not going to end because their candidate lost. It would also help to remind them that they have a few months of Bush to cling to. Ryan: We hope this helps you to realize that there are plenty of other ways to die miserably than from the Kansas winter and the ailments it brings. Why reality TV should never become reality EASILY ENTERTAINED KATIE BLANKENAU For those who have managed to escape the vortex that is Bravo, Christian Siriano, the season four winner of "Project Runway," judged KU's own third annual "Project Runway" competition. He was here, in the flesh, funky hair and all. And the experience was, to use one of Christian's many oft-repeated words, strange. Tuesday night was an evening of cosmic significance for me and a ballroom-full of fellow Bravo watchers. On Tuesday, two worlds collided. A border was breached. I stood in an unmoving line for more than an hour to see reality TV become reality. I was scared. Maybe it was my aching feet, the crowd or the woman with children who yelled at the guy behind me for cutting (after I had cut him), but I came to a sad realization: I like fake reality. Reality television should stay just that — television. dispute among NBC Universal, the Weinstein Co. and the Lifetime channel over the rights to air the show threatens to delay it. I've missed the guilty pleasure of "Project Runway" Season five started to feel repetitive, and the Combining the two creates problems. While standing in line I wondered, are we waiting to see fellow students' creations or a celebrity who resembles a dark-plumed parakeet? That's the first anomaly — the last thing "Project Runway" should inspire is a question (let alone thought). The eccentric ego on the screen was actually quite personable, funny and good with an audience. And then I saw Siriano — actually, it's impossible to write or think of said fierce person by his last name. And then I saw Christian. ality. He played up his on-screen persona, critiquing audience-members' clothing and tossing out typical comments ("All I know is that I won, and I beat them, so who cares?"). But behind the act was a Christian who is like the rest of us, a multi-dimensional person and not just an easy-to-mimic character on "reality" TV. In real life, I could see that he could control his dramatic person- But as a viewer, I want a larger-than-life character to stay that way. Christian's word on TV may have been "fierce" but in the Union, it was "believable" (which he must have uttered at least 50 times). From now on, I'm going to keep my goofy, over-dramatic reality TV safe from the real world. When asked what he saw as the next big fashion trend, Christian joked, "In Kansas or in real life?" But the truth is that Kansas is real life. And when I turn to "Project Runway," that's not what I'm looking for. Blankenau is a Lincoln, Neb., sophomore in journalism. FREE FOR ALL To contribute to Free for All, visit Kansan.com or call 785-864-0500. People on Mass Street: Your mama needs you. Go home. The party is over. --- So much for staying classy Lawrence. --- I love this school. --- --- I don't discriminate between male and female. --- I hate it when obviously dumb people wear Ivy league school --- Are there any hotties out there who want to make a few bad decisions, which we may regret, with me? Give the test --- You are dirtier than a Christina Aguilera video. --- To the cashier in the Underground who wished me a happy day: I had planned on it, now I'll be sure of it. Thank --- --- Why are people discussing the looks of the Hanson brothers when clearly there are bigger fish to fry? Who? Mike Jones! --- I hate when people say "Rock Chalk Jayhawk, go KU", because "go" is not part of the chant. Please stop. --- Why are all women just a big cup o' crazy? --- The girl wearing the Cornish jersey in UBS on Saturday needs to come back in so I can formally propose to her. --- I see you're gangster. I'm pretty gangster myself, G. --- Wanna hook up? --- Stop complaining about the incredibly loud orgasm in Watson --- To the dude hanging on the light post: Don't show your small junk again. --- Meep meep --- I'm clever. --- I love my man, but I need a random hookup. Any takers? --- KU's lack of green today is disgraceful. Go green. @ @KANSAN.COM Want more? Check out Free for All online. 图 8A --- NEWS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2008 PROFILE Professor puts academic sheen on the science fiction genre BY DEVIN LOWELL editor@kansan.com James Gunn leans back in his chair as he speaks, his legs crossed and hands locked behind a full head of silver-gray hair. He sits in an office filled with books bearing titles that promise visions of the future; "The Dreamers," "Star Bridge" and "The Immortals." Most of the volumes have his name stamped on the spine. Gunn has written 26 books and more than 100 short stories and worked at the University of Kansas for the better part of his life. Gunn, professor emeritus of English, was in second grade when Professor emeritus James Gunn keeps his 2007 Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America Grand Master Award in his office in Wescue Hall. The annual award is given in recognition of an exceptional career in science fiction and fantasy writing. Contact JoAnna Giffin at 816-501-3601 for more information. MBA@Avila.edu THE WORLD OF PARK, AUGUST MARTIN BROWN AND TERRI LANE LADY MAYER 1967 he found a stack of Edgar Rice Burroughs' "Tarzan" books in his grandparents' back closet. This discovery led Gunn to a lifelong relationship with science fiction. G u n n remembers his father bringing home the second issue of a pulp magazine called "Doc Savage" in 1933 when he was 10 years old. In a Kansas City, Mo., magazine store, he discovered "Amazing Stories," one of "Novels are like family members you like them for different reasons." the first science fiction pulp magazines. Ryan Waggoner/KANSAN of that experience came his novel "Kampus." "It was our form of cheap entertainment during the Depression years," Gunn said. Because it came from personal experience, "Kampus" remains one of Gunn's favorite novels, although JAMES GUNN Professor emeritus of English After serving in World War II, Gunn returned home and finished college at the University. He began writing his own science fiction in 1948. After submitting his short stories to several magazines and getting rejection letters from famous editors like John Campbell at "Astounding Stories," Gunn finally found success. "A magazine called 'Thrilling Wonder Stories' bought my story for $80 and I thought that was a pretty good deal." Gunn said. Gunn went back to school to get a master's in English and earned the distinction of having the only master's thesis ever serialized in a pulp magazine. He also published his first novel, "This Fortress World." "The first one was the most important, because it proved I could do it," Gunn said. In 1955, Gunn moved back to Lawrence and started teaching English courses at the University. After he finished two more novels, then-Chancellor W. Clarke Wescoe asked him to be in charge of public relations for the University. During his tenure at University Relations, Gunn witnessed campus unrest in the 1960s that culminated in the burning of the top floor of the Kansas Union. Out he said it was difficult to have favorites. "Novels are like family members you like them for different reasons." Gunn said. Gunn left University Relations and went back to teaching English in 1970. He taught courses in science fiction and fiction writing until he retired from teaching full time in 1993. Despite retirement, Gunn still works as the director of the Center for the Study of Science Fiction at the University, which is a program he started to coordinate various resources for scholars and students of the genre. "That's the amazing thing about Jim, is that he's been retired for more than 10 years, but he's in the office every day," said Chris McKitterick, lecturer in English and associate director of the center. Through the center, Gunn teaches a summer course every year called the "Intensive Institute on the Teaching of Science Fiction." Gunn started the course as a way to give fellow teachers a around the world that gives awards for the year's best novel and short background in the history of science fiction so they could teach the subject with more confidence. "I would get letters from teachers across the country, saying, 'I want to teach a class in science fiction. What do I teach?'" Gunn teach?"' Gunn said. "That's the amazing thing about Jim, is that he's been retired for more than 10 years, but he's in the office every day." The course coincides with the Campbell Conference, a gathering of science fiction writers from story. CHRIS MCKITTERICK Lecturer in English "He's brought the best writers here, and that's been exciting, to get to meet and talk with them," said Mary Klayder, honors lecturer in English. teaching and scholarship of science fiction has inspired many of his colleagues and former students, such as Nate Williams. Gunn's work in the Williams, graduate teaching assistant in English, got out of reading science fiction in college, but rediscovered it later when he found that there were scholars like Gunn who studied the genre in a more rigorous way. "I saw James Gunn give a presentation at a convention in Kansas City, where he talked about a story called 'Cold Equations,' and I immediately had to go out and read it, because I'd never heard anyone talk about science fiction that way before," Williams said. In 2007, the Science Fiction Writers of America awarded Gunn the title of Damon Knight Memorial Grand Master for his lifetime of work in the field. "That award had as much to do with his writing and teaching as with the people he's influenced," McKitterick said. "I know I wouldn't be the writer I am today if it weren't for James Gunn." Gunn has a great deal of advice for budding science fiction writers and scholars. “There's an old saying, that if you can discourage someone from going into writing, you should," Gunn said. "It's a hard career filled with work, rejection, and disappointment, but if it's the only thing that makes people happy, they should go for it." 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THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN TAGLIABUE TO SPEAK AT DOLE INSTITUTE Former NFL commissioner to recount experiences at 7:30 p.m. CAMPUS | 2B THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2008 WWW.KANSAN.COM SOCCER Jerry Wang/KANSAN 5 Junior defender Estelle Johnson leads the soccer team in minutes played with 1,930. Johnson's father spent hours with her as a child practicing intense defense drills. Dedicated to defense awiebe@kansan.com When Estelle Johnson was a little girl, her father, Jerry, began the process of molding her into a tireless defender. Estelle Johnson has spent her whole life training on defense and now leads the team in minutes played. Above all, he preached intensity and tenacity. He even invented his own term for the defensive mentality he wanted to ingrain in his daughter. "It's called mad dog defense," Johnson said laughing. "He would make a chart on a piece of paper and draw the field. In my defensive half he would draw all these players running around and the ball. He would say I couldn't stop until the ball was past the half. That's when I could rest." Now, almost three years into her career at Kansas, the junior defender is one of the most experienced defenders in the Big 12 Conference. But she hasn't forgotten those early lessons, and she certainly isn't doing much resting on the field. Johnson, Fort Collins, Colo., native, leads Kansas in minutes played with 1,930 and has played two full games more than the next closest player. Not that she isn't used to logging minutes. Johnson has started 60 of 61 possible games for coach Mark Francis since arriving on campus in the fall of 2006. "I think I was just born with that innate defensive ability," she said. PAGE 1B Francis deployed the athletic Johnson at left back during her first two years, where her attacking ability and speed would have more of an effect on the game. But with captain and four-year starter Afton Sauer graduating after last season and senior defender Jenny Murtaugh still recovering from a knee injury, Johnson was forced to move inside during practice this spring. By the time the team had returned from its May trip to Brazil, Francis knew he had found Sauer's replacement. "She did so well that we kept her there when we went to Brazil." Francis said of Johnson's play in the spring. "She was SEE SOCCER ON PAGE 5B MEN'S BASKETBALL D.C. forward first to sign with Kansas BY CASE KEEFER ckeefer.kansan.com It's fitting that Thomas Robinson, a 6-foot-8 power forward from Washington, D.C., became the first recruit to sign a letter of intent with Kansas Wednesday on national signing day. Robinson, whom Rivals.com ranks as the No. 18 player in the country, was eager to sign with Kansas from the beginning. Kansas coach Bill Self realized it during a conversation he shared TREVOR TAYLOR Robinson with Robinson while the recruit was on his official visit to Kansas during the national championship ring ceremony. Self explained Kansas' scholarship situation to the three recruits in town that weekend. Kansas only has three available scholarships for the upcoming class. Self told Robinson he planned only to sign one big man in the class. "One of his responses to me was, well, I don't have to commit by Sunday, do I,"? Self said. "No." Self responded with a laugh. "You don't have to commit by Sunday." But he was ready to. Self said the only reason Robinson didn't orally commit immediately after the trip was because his mother wanted him to take some time to think his decision over. Self was fine with that idea. Robinson took one extra trip to Memphis and then decided. He wanted to be a Jayhawk. It felt like home. The togetherness of the team stood out to Robinson. "Anything you do with one of them," Robinson said after he verbally committed, "you're with the rest of them." SEE ROBINSON ON PAGE 5B FOOTBALL KU KU Coach Mangino celebrates his special teams kick coverage during the first half of the game against Kansas State two weeks ago. Mangino is preparing his team for Saturday's contest against le克斯. ASSOCIATED PRESS Memories of 2004 rant still resonate with team EMPORIA 24 STATE The scene was one of the more memorable moments in the Mark Mangino era at Kansas. BY B.J. RAINS rains@kansan.com It was 2004 — the Texas Longhorns last trip to Lawrence — and the Jayhawks were on the verge of pulling off the unthinkable upset. A questionable offensive pass interference call late in the game robbed Kansas of the victory, but what Sophomore guard Tyrel Reed tries to poke the ball away during Tuesday's game against Emmaona State. "You know what this is all about, don't you?" Mangino said after the game. "That's right — BCS. That's what made a difference in this game. That's what made a difference in the call in front of their bench — dollar signs." happened during the postgame press conference will be remembered long past Mangino's career at Kansas. Mangino implied that the Big 12 SEE FOOTBALL ON PAGE 5B MEN'S BASKETBALL Self expects great defense from team BY CASE KEEFER ckeefer@kansan.com Bill Self has coached some of the nation's finest defensive teams over the past few years at Kansas. And he's not going to lower the standard for this year's Jayhawks. Forget the youth. Forget the inexperience. Defensive expectations will not be lowered. "My goal for this team is to be one of the 10 best defensive teams in the country by the year's end," Self said. Kansas looked more like a team that isn't even in the top 100 defensively in its first exhibition game against Washburn last week. In the 98-79 victory, the Jayhawks committed 28 fouls and the young players seemed lost on defense. A week later, the Jayhawks already played much improved. The offense starred in the 103-58 victory against Emporia State Tuesday night, but the defense was more than solid. Self said he saw slight improvements. The freshmen only finished with six combined fouls as opposed to 13. The Hornets only shot 36 percent from the field against the Jayhawks. Sophomore center Cole Aldrich contributed three of his trademark blocks. Five players finished with multiple steals. Junior guard Sherron Collins, known as a steady defender, said the difference was Kansas focusing for the whole 40 minutes. "I think we played better defensively," Collins said. "I just think getting ahead by a lot and going to the locker room thinking you have the game won, you come out flat. But I think we did a good job coming out with more energy." And perhaps, a little more concentration. One statistic that stood out in Self's mind was that freshman forwards Marcus and Markie Morris only combined for one foul in the game against Emporia State. Against Washburn, they committed eight. The Morris twins began playing less with their hands in the second game and didn't play with excessive physicality. "My first game I wasn't really looking to be a defender," Marcus said. "I was just more trying to get in the flow of the game and see how it was to play my first college game." He must have learned something. Marcus Morris contributed six rebounds, two steals and a block in the game against Emporia State. Self said by the end of the year, Marcus could be the best defender on the team because of his unlikely combination of 6-foot-8 size and quick feet. Not only are the defensive schemes more complex in college than they are in But it's going to continue to be a work in progress for all five of the freshmen. They are, of course, only one year out of high school, where the defensive demands are significantly less. college, but Self said some of the elite players aren't taught how to guard. Self said this was because high school coaches just play zone defense with their big men and tell them not to foul. "That's not bad coaching. That's maybe smart because you're keeping your best players in the game, which gives you a better chance to win." Self said. "Here, we don't care about that." Self cares about guarding. It's his job to teach the freshmen how to do it correctly. It doesn't come overnight. When Self coached at Illinois, he once had a motto that stated "youth is not an excuse." Especially on defense. Edited by Scott R. Toland 4. 2B SPORTS THE UNIVERSITY OF JARLY KANSAS HURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2008 quote of the day "The game was still something of a novelty ... There were still some quizzical looks as we entered the stadium. Today, what I see is a much deeper understanding of the game, a much greater appreciation for the game." — Former NFL commissioner Paul Tagliabue. fact of the dav Paul Taglabia, who will speak tonight at the Dole Institute of Politics, was the Commissioner of the NFL from 1989 to 2006. Q: Which college did Paul Tagliabue play college basketball for? trivia of the day A: Tagliabue played for Georgetown in the early 1960s. He averaged 11.3 points and 9.7 rebounds his senior and was a team captain. Tagliabue was also senior class president and a Rhodes Scholar finalist. ku sports this week Today No Events Scheduled Friday Women's Basketball: Sacred Heart, 7 p.m. (Lawrence) Saturday Football: Texas, 11:30 a.m. (Lawrence) Women's Swimming: Nebraska-Omaha, 2 p.m. (Omaha, Neb.) Women's Volleyball: Nebraska, 7 p.m. (Lawrence) Cross Country: Midwest Regional Championships, TBA (Stillwater, Okla.) Gurley to provide insight, humor Basketball: UMKC, 7:30 p.m. (Lawrence) Sundav It seems Kansas basketball broadcaster Dave Armstrong has a new sideline partner. Former Kansas basketball player Greg Gurley, who played at Kansas from 1991-1995, will join the Jayhawk Television Network as a color analyst for six Kansas home games this season. So what does Gurley bring to the table? Well, the Kansas City native who played his high school ball at Shawnee Mission South knows what he isn't going to be. "Being a complete homer really turns people off," Garley said. Instead, fans will find that Gurley is going to bring the insight of a former player, while mixing in a little criticism and a little humor. Gurley, who has provided color analysis for Sunflower Broadband's Channel 6 since the final years of the Roy Williams era, is replacing Paul Splittorff, who had to give up the gig because of scheduling conflicts. BY RUSTIN DODD dodd@kansan.com Channel 6 play-by-play man, Kevin Romary, has worked with Gurley on Channel 6 broadcasts for most of this decade. "He knows the game, he knows the jayhawk basketball." Romary said. "The knowledge that he has, just being around the program. Everybody knows him." Romary said Gurley will return to the Channel 6 broadcast team at some point this season." "That's the plan," Romary said. The next Kansas game on the Jayhawk Television Network is Kansas vs. Coppin State on Nov. 28. GROWING PAINS Gurley, like everyone else. So what'd he think? He saw some definite improvement in Kansas' game against Emporia State on Tuesday. watched anxiously as Kansas' five freshman got their first taste of Kansas basketball during Kansas' two exhibition games. "That first game the young guys found out what it's like to play at the college level," Gurley said. "What they thought was maximum effort was not the same as what Bill Self considers maximum effort." Like Bill Murray said in "What About Bob?", expect the freshmen to move in "baby steps" early this season. But against Emporia State, "guys gave a lot better effort," Gurley said. A special Morning Brew salute to Kansas sophomore volleyball player Karina Garlington. The Sports Imports/American Volleyball Coaches Association named KARINA, KARINA Garlington, a native of Denver, its Division I National Player of the Week on Tuesday. O.D./D ON PSYCHO-T Right now the focus is whether Hansbrough will play in North Carolina's season-opener on Saturday. During conference sweeps against Colorado and Texas Tech, Garlington hit .354, averaged 5.0 kills, 1.67 digs and 5.75 points per set. Hansbrough, it seems, is recovering from a stress reaction on his right shin. If you thought college basketball cover boy Tyler Hansbrough received an absurd amount of media attention last year, you might be in for a long college basketball season. Hansbough is back for his senior campaign, so get ready for an overload of overhyped stories about Hansbrough's heart, grit and high-intensity "motor" THE MORNING BREW Will he play? Will he sit? Is he wearing a cast? Will he play? Oh poor Tyler. He is such a hard worker, you know? It's Nov. 13, and the season of Tyler is about to begin. Good luck. THURSDAY YOU-TUBE SESH CAMPUS As long as we're on the subject of Psycho-T, check out this YouTube gem featuring Hansbrough and fellow Tar Heel Bobby Frasor playing "Texas-style" ping-pong. Type in "Tyrer Hansbrough and Texas-style ping-pong." Enjoy. CAMPUS Past NFL commissioner to speak at Dole Institute Former NFL commissioner Paul Tagliabue will speak at 7:30 tonight at the Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics and the program is free and open to the public - Edited by Elizabeth Cattell Tagliabue. lagliabue who will talk about football and all things sports, had previously served as a lawyer for the NFL. Tagliabue He was commissioner of the NFL from 1989-2006 and is responsible for the NFL's introduction of the salary cap in 1994. The league grew from 28 to 32 teams during his tenure and was named in late 2001 by The Sporting News as the most influential person in sports. B. J.Rains KICK THE KANSAN: WEEKTEN --has not been seen in the locker room during the period when it is open to the media. A black knee brace was on the chair at his locker. Pick games. Beat the Kansan staff. Get your name in the paper. 1. No. 3 Texas at Kansas 2. No. 10 Georgia at Auburn 3. No. 16 North Carolina at Maryland 4. Arizona at Oregon 5. No. 17 Brigham Young at Air Force 6. Vanderbilt at Kentucky 7. Texas A&M at Baylor 8. Minnesota at Wisconsin 9. Northwestern at Michigan 10. No. 24 Wake Forest at North Carolina State One swift kick Name: Name: E-mail: Year in school: Hometown: Year in school: Hometown: 1) Only KU students are eligible. 2) Give your name, e-mail, year in school and hometown. 3) Beat the Kansan's best prognosticator and get your name in the paper. 4) Beat all your peers and get your picture and picks in the paper next to the Kansan staff. 5) To break ties, pick the score of the designated game. Submit your picks either to KickTheKansan@kansan.com or to the Kansan business office, located at the West side of Stauffer-Flint Hall which is between Wesco Hall and Watson Library. NFL Brady making progress after knee surgeries FOXBOROUGH, Mass. —Tom Brady is back with his Patriots teammates, laughing and talking with them — and, more importantly, rehabilitating the injured left knee that ended his season in the very first quarter. Brady underwent surgery on Oct.6 and said on his Web site on Oct.18 that he had another operation on the knee after it became infected. The Boston Herald reported he had two more procedures since then to fight an infection and he was on a six-week course of intravenous antibiotics. The team has not commented on those details. The star quarterback was back in Foxborough on Nov. 4 and has been working in the Gillette Stadium training room beside teammates who are busy preparing for games. He The Patriots, citing team policy, have not given details of the injury. It had been widely reported as a torn anterior cruciate ligament and a torn medial collateral ligament. He was hurt when he was hit by Kansas City's Bernard Pollard in New England's 17-10 win over Kansas City. Brady appears to be making normal progress for someone with a post-surgical infection, and fears of a major setback seem to have subsided. --has not been seen in the locker room during the period when it is open to the media. A black knee brace was on the chair at his locker. ASSOCIATED PRESS Since then, Matt Cassel has progressed steadily as Brady's replacement. His first pro start came the following Sunday in a 19-10 win over the New York Jets. The Patriots and Jets, tied for first place in the AFC East at 6-3, play at Foxborough on Thursday night. 3 FC Barcelona's Lionel Messi, from Argentina, right, scores past Benidorm's goalkeeper Juan Carlos Caballero during a 4th round, 2nd leg Copa del Rey soccer match at Camp Nou Stadium in Barcelona, Spain on Wednesday. BIG 12 FOOTBALL Super-sophomore not ready for NFL BY R.B. FALLSTROM ASSOCIATED PRESS COLUMBIA, Mo. — Jeremy Maclin's not ready to leave for the NFL yet. Ask him again after a few more games. Right now, Missouri's super sophomore is concentrating on helping the 12th-ranked Tigers finish strong. Numerous services have the 6-3, 210-pound wide receiver with the blazing 4.3 40 speed going in the first round next April, many projecting he'll go in the top 10. If they're on the money, no one could blame Maclin for leaving. "You dream of that as a little child, playing in the NFL." Maclin said. "That's everybody's dream, that's what you're here working for. But you've just got to approach that situation when it comes." Maclin was an All-American in his first college season last year, setting an NCAA single-season record for all-purpose yardage by a freshman. He's been every bit as dangerous this season despite the opposition's efforts to avoid him, ranking second in the nation with 198.5 all-purpose yards per game. So, no, he's not surprised by the NFL question. "I knew people were going to ask," Maclin said. "If I could answer them, I could answer them. I have no idea at this point." Coach Gary Pinkel said he'll discuss the situation with Maclin after the season. For the time being, it's all speculation. "That isn't going to win games this year," coach Pinkel said. "So that's kind of how we're going to handle it." Five Missouri juniors, including quarterback Chase Daniel, were evaluated by the NFL last winter. None of them were projected as early picks and all five returned. Safety William Moore, one of those five, also has been projected as a potential first-rounder next April. MIZZON 9 Daniel is still putting up huge numbers at Missouri after finishing fourth in the Heisman Trophy balloting last year because of perceived physical limitations such as his 6-foot (maybe) height and so-so arm strength. There are no red flags for Maclin, a redshirt sophomore due to a knee injury that delayed the start of his college career for a season and thus eligible for the draft. ASSOCIATED PRESS Missouri wide receiver Jeremy Maclin runs during an NCAA college football game against Colorado in Columbia, Mo. Maclin's not ready to leave for the NFL yet, but is concentrating on helping the 17-ranked Titers finish strong. Pinkel couldn't be blamed for wishing Maclin will stick around for another season. But he realizes Missouri found a rare talent in the former Kirkwood, Mo., standout "He'll be better next year and the next year and the next year and the next year, when he does leave," Pinkel said. "The thing he's developed now is great work habits. You watch him in practice, he works his tail off." Maclin believes the biggest improvement he's made is off the field. "Video study, that's a big thing right there," he said. "I watched a little bit when I had to, and now I go above and beyond." 8 returns and one on a kickoff return. In less than two seasons, he owns the school career all-purpose yardage record. Often, that preparation combined with his physical tools leaves defenders grabbing nothing but air. Maclin has scored 16 touchdowns this season — nine receiving, four rushing, two on punt Last week's victory over Kansas State was Maclin at his best. He piled up a season-best 278 yards and scored three scintillating touchdowns — a 42-vard sprint off a simple swing pass, an athletic grab in the back of the end zone, a 56-yard jaunt on a direct snap during which he pulled away from futile pursuers. "You've got to accelerate, man, you can't get caught from behind," Maclin said. "That's what I pride myself on. 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Sports writers Incessantly attempt to tell readers what just happened, what will happen and why what he once told you would happen, didn't happen. Follow me? STEPHEN MONTEMAYOR smontemayor@kansan.com This holds true for all journalists. We just witnessed a year's worth of political punditry during which nicely dressed men and women transformed into mad beasts in heat to try to be the first to tell you who would win and why. But throughout the year, every year, sports writers deliver exclusive, in depth, genius analysis. And some publications are even free of charge. Never mind if we are right or wrong. But for your sake I hope you don't have a sports column in your hand as you wait in line in Vegas. "The best prophet is naturally the best guesser, and the best guesser, he that is most versed and studied in the matters he guesses at..." (Hobbes again.) But considering the past 10 games of Kansas football and my pursuit of a doctorate in sports-writing, I feel comfortable writing the book on the 2008 Kansas football season. The underlying story of 2008 Kansas football will be its inability to rise above perennial Big 12 South powers, conquer its demons in Lincoln and secure a quality nonconference victory. Predictions by skeptical college football elitists rang this year. The jayhawks' Big 12 North title hopes may fade this weekend with a loss to Texas while Missouri easily handles Iowa State. However, it is equally likely that Kansas will revert to its 2006 record of 6-6 although this time the Jayhawks likely will not be shut out of the bowl picture. Coachspeak aside, Saturday's home finale against Texas, Nov. 29'S Border Showdown and whatever bowl the Jayhawks default into will be an extended preseason that bridges into 2009. That's not to suggest tearing up the depth chart and mailing in the rest of the year. No, quite the opposite. I'm not going The man who resurrected Kansas football took several steps to reform this team and try to repeat the successes of 2007. He The underlying story of 2008 Kansas football will be its inability to rise above perennial Big 12 South powers,conquer its demons in Lincoln and secure a quality nonconference victory. out on a limb when I ask for Mark Mangino's best judgment in the weeks ahead regarding who plays and where. If the past is any indication, that is what we will likely get. toyed with his running backs until Jake Sharp finally came into form, he switched freshman receiver Daymond Patterson to defensive back before he went down to injury and he is still trying to find a solution to the teams tackling troubles and poor special teams. That is all that is left to do at this point. A second straight bowl bid will be historic. But more consistency on the field and proof that Kansas can handle tough competition such as Oklahoma and Texas Tech will be crucial in returning to national prominence. It is on the players to bring about real change in Kansas football. Poor tackling, shaky special teams and equally skakier play in the trenches require as much individual learning, practice and development of skill than coaching. Ten months of preparation and an additional month of squeaky clean non-conference play will have this team in much better position to silence doubts on the University's football proficiency in 2009. That is a prophecy I am willing to offer. FOOTBALL - Edited by Becka Cremer Linebacker mixes strength and speed James Holt started as safety but has since switched positions bTAYLOR BERN tbern@kansan.com BY TAYLOR BERN thorn@kansan.com Senior linebacker James Holt shines in offseason workouts. While some players may go through the motions or complain about the heat, Holt charges headfirst into every regimen with blistering speed and consistency. "He's definitely a freak when it comes to stamina," linebacker Joe Mortensen said. "I told him he's in the wrong sport. He needs to join cross country." Not often does someone suggest that a linebacker belongs in a sport reserved for lanky fellows who don't know a weight room from a laundromat. But that's the best thing about Holt. He runs wind sprints with the defensive backs but lifts when it comes to squats. weights with his linebacking brethren He's a previous winner of the team's Iron Hawk award, given for exemplary performance With his mix of strength, speed and natural ball-hawking ability, Holt leaps Kansas with 80 tackles "He's a guy that will do whatever it takes to make his team better." DARRELL STUCKEY Safety in the weight room. Mortensen out-wheels Holt by about 25 pounds, but Holt trumps him and a nation leading six forced fumbles. "He is making a lot of plays for us," Kansas coach Mark Mangino said. Senior Darrell Stuckey has noticed too the field than almost any other players. In addition to their regular roles, the duo plays a lot of specials teams. While Stuckey's athleticism keeps him on the field, coach Mark Mangino said hold a trump card in versatility to almost anyone on the Holt. "We've been able to play him out in space at his linebacker position, as well as in the box." Defensive coordinator Clint Bowen has the luxury of blitzing him out of the linebacker spot or off the edge. Against Kansas State and Nebraska, he was a constant presence in the opposing backfield. WEDDING DAY Raindrops ARE NOW YOUR GAIN. UP TO $5,000 BACK ON YOUR WEDDING DAY IF IT RAINS! 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Mangino said the Oklahoma native understood where the blocks were coming from and was fast enough to avoid them or strong enough to push through them. Stuckey said Holt's success came from his relentless drive. No matter the reason, it all comes back to his tireless efforts in between games and in between seasons. "James is a very good football player for us, but I wouldn't call him a natural." Mangino said. "I think he's a guy that really works at it. One of the things that sets "Each workout he comes and brings his 'A' game and he'll realy push his body to the limit," Mortensen said. "It's inspiring." him apart from a lot of linebackers is his intensity, his ability to go hard every snap and find the ball." Mortensen said that during summer workouts this year he saw Holt push himself to brink of collapsing. More impressive is the fact that Holt has performed better with each game. That's the type of conditioning that only comes with relentless offseason work. 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Sauer was the de facto leader of the backline last season, and Johnson said playing with so many talented defenders has given her excellent examples of what it takes to be a leader. "Last year that was Afton's role and I think I've learned a lot from her," Johnson said. "I am kind of trying to step into her shoes and lead by example back there." So far that example has helped guide Kansas to 12 victories, limited opponents to 1.43 goals per game and facilitated the team's first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2004. Johnson also turned in two sterling performances in last week's Big 12 Tournament in San Antonio, earning her a spot on the all-tournament team. Francis said he was happy to see Johnson's play acknowledged, but that he was surprised not to see the versatile defender's name on the all-conference teams earlier in the week. "To be honest, I thought she should have made it last year," Francis said. "As a defense sometimes it's a little bit tough. Forwards have stats. You can say 'I've scored this many goals.'" Johnson scored her first career goal this season even though her role in the attack had diminished. Looking more like a striker than defender, she dribbed the length of the field and scored from long range against Oklahoma State. Johnson said she missed the few forays forward she was afforded as an outside back, but acknowledged her new role was where she was more needed. It's that kind of attitude, as well as her sense of humor, that has allowed the junior to help keep her teammates focused in training and games while also keeping the mood loose during tense moments. "Estelle is a goofy kid." Francis said. "She knows when to say something funny to get everybody to relax a little bit. But on field, whether that be in practice or a game, she is one of our most competitive kids. I think that rubs off on other people." Johnson isn't afraid of a little contact either. She is second on the team with three yellow cards, and junior midfielder Shannon McCabe said Johnson's intensity and physicality gave Kansas an extra edge to its game. "I would say she is passionate and emotional," McCabe said. "I" feel like it's important to have your emotions invested in the game. Sometimes they can get the most of you and you can get yellow cards, but it's that fire that kind of helps the team." The same fire is what makes Johnson such an effective defender. Her mad-dog mentality has stuck with her. She still refuses to rest until the ball is gone. "I just have an attitude," Johnson said. "You aren't going to get by me, and if you are, you aren't getting by me clean." Edited by Brenna Hawley ROBINSON (CONTINUED FROM 1B) Kansas assistant coach Joe Dooley received Robinson's official letter of intent around 12:30 Wednesday afternoon. Robinson was the only Kansas recruit to sign his letter on signing day. Elijah Johnson, a Las Vegas point guard and Rivals.com's No. 27-ranked player, has also verbally committed to the Jayhawks. Johnson, however, will not sign his letter until Monday because of scheduling conflicts with his signing ceremony. Self is only allowed to comment on players who have already committed under NCAA rules. He had plenty to say about Robinson. "He's a rebounder. He goes after every loose ball." Ball said. "He's a high energy guy with a motor. He probably has as good a motor as anyone we've recruited since we've been here." Robinson is Self's first five-star commit since Sherron Collins and Darrell Arthur picked Kansas in 2006. Self briefly compared Robinson to Arthur before concluding Arthur was more of a scorer out of high school while Robinson is more of a rebounder. He continued to think of players to compare Robinson to. One might surprise Kansas fans. "I'm not saying he's Tyler Hansbrough," Self said. "But he competes, he goes after the ball like Tyler does." Xavier Henry, an Oklahoma City shooting guard who is ranked as the No. 3 player in the nation, and Michael Snaer, a Moreno Valley, Calif. shooting guard who is ranked as the No. 11 player in the nation. Snaer is choosing between Kansas, Florida State and Marquette. Henry is deciding between Kansas and Memphis. Snaer and Henry have both delayed their decisions, but they could be coming soon. Rivals.com ranks Kansas' recruiting class as No. 4 in the nation with Robinson and Johnson. Kansas'remainingtargetsinclude "Hopefully, it will be better than that when it's all said and done," Self said. Edited by Scott R. Toland NFL Packers move on after Favre 9 BY CHRIS JENKINS ASSOCIATED PRESS ASSOCIATED PRESS GREEN BAY, Wis. - When Green Bay sent Brett Favre packing in training camp, team officials knew they were trading away a wildly popular, remarkably tough player who might still have a good year or two left in him. Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is sacked by Minnesota Vikings Jared Allen, right, and another Vikings player, lower left, during the first quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, in Minneapolis. Minnesota won 28-7. They also were waving goodbye to an unashamedly self-centered, notoriously indecisive diva with a penchant for throwing the ball to the other team. The Packers had learned to live with those things for years, and probably could have done so for one more season. The one thing they couldn't live with was a player who admitted he couldn't get over his lingering resentment toward a front office that — wisely — ignored his advice about signing Randy Moss, hiring Steve Mariucci, and a handful of other personnel decisions. Faced with a star player who was becoming a monumental distraction to the team he always claimed to put first — and who might have been trying to pout himself a path to play for division rival Minnesota — trading Favre to the New York Jets was the right call. Even now, with the Packers teetering on the edge of playoff contention, it's still the right call. If you think the Packers' 4-5 record would be significantly better with Favre at quarterback instead of Aaron Rodgers, it might be worth making a list of the Packers' biggest problems — then figuring out just how far down that list you have to go to find Rodgers. Yes, the Packers have fallen out of first place in the NFC North after two straight losses, and face a tough fight to make the playoffs. But given all their other problems, it seems the Packers were bound to take a step backward with or without Favre. They've been hit hard by injuries, something they largely avoided on their way to the NFC Championship game last year. Defensive lineman Cullen Jenkins was lost early on, and now you'll be without middle linebacker Nick Barnett for the rest of the season. Several other key contributors have missed significant playing time because of injuries. Beyond that, the Packers are playing a more difficult schedule. And they're having a tough time running the ball on offense and stopping the run on defense, two fundamental flaws Favre wouldn't have been able to fix. 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He was fined $5,000 by the conference and issued an apology soon after. Mangino was trying to build a program, and he said he wasn't going to be pushed around by the conference or the league's bigger and higher spending teams. FOOTBALL(CONTINUED FROM 1B) Sports DOME Est. 1993 "I appreciate if any coach goes out and sticks up for his team," said linebacker Joe Mortensen, who was was redshirting and standing on the sidelines during the game. "We knew that he had our back and we felt that it was an unjust call. He said it and I know he got fined and got in trouble and ESPN showed it, all that stuff. But we knew he had our backs — that's the most important stuff. The people in here, we could count on him." "We had lost some difficult ball games that year, and our kids after that game were just crushed," Mangino said in May. "I had never been around a team that had been so disheartened about a loss. So I just warned people, some administrators, on my way to the press Mangino wouldn't talk about the outburst during Tuesday's press conference but did speak about the rant during a luncheon for The National Football Foundation and the Football Writers Association of America last spring. "I knew I was going to get criticism for it and take some bullets, but Kansas hadn't had a winning program for many years, we were trying to get it on its feet. We were getting close but just couldn't get it over the hump, so I took a bullet for it." Most current players weren't on the team at the time, but safety Darrell Stuckey was in the stands on a recruiting visit. He remembers the play - and the ensuing rant - like it was yesterday. room, what I was going to do, and it was to save the team. "I saw Charles catch the ball and everybody was cheering and then all of a sudden we see the flag come in," Stuckey said. "It was thrown late, and I was like 'Oh man, this is not going to be good.'" Like Mortensen, Stuckey was proud with the way his future coach stood up for his team and was behind the coach 100 per cent. "I was totally behind him," Stuckey said. "I was like, 'Yeah!' Its one of those things where it shows the character of a coach. It showed that he cared about his players and that he wanted a fair game for his players. Coach Mangino knew the consequence that potentially could happen and he still fought for his players. At the time we were a struggling program and we were trying to gain respect and he felt like they were taking advantage of that." The rant was a stepping stone for Mangino and the Jayhawks, who had gone 0-8 in the Big 12 just two years before and were trying to turn the KU football program into one of respectability. A win over No. 7 Texas would have done wonders in jump-starting the turnaround, and Mangino felt his team had a hard-earned victory stolen from them. Not only did he want the league and the country to know that Kansas football was on the rise, but he wanted his players to know as well. "It showed that KU is not going to be just another doormat for the marquee teams in the conference to walk over, just because it's better for everybody if they end up going to the BCS," said John Larson, who was a redshirt during the 2004 season. "That's something I've always admired in coach — his honestly and forthrightness throughout whatever is going on. If he felt like it was a bad call, he was going to say so." And his outburst appears to have worked. The Jayhawks were 11-23 under Mangino before the rant with and 32-16 since. Mangino said in May that he wished he would have handled the situation better. His players, however, are glad and thankful for what he did. - Edited by Scott R. Toland Shop with a name you can trust! 30 Pack -a- Rama Buy five 30 Packs, get a $5 discount Only on this Thursday, Friday and Saturday Cash sales ONLY! 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"We tried some different combinations," coach Ray Bechard said, "Everything we tried to do seemed to be a little bit of a struggle." "We need to stay positive and realize it's not the end of the season.Value every day and every team." Kansas as a team had 31 hitting errors, tying its season high for errors. It was the same story for the Jayhawks again: poor offense. Kansas failed to hit .200 in any of its sets. Normally reliable senior middle blocker Savannah Noyes hit for her worst efficiency all season, a nega- NATALIE UHART Senior middle blocker "T he y (Oklahoma) blocked a few balls," Beard said. "It was mostly our act being out of sync." Another fami iar folly was the Jay hawks abysmal start. Back-to-back 13-point sets led to a not so surprising 0-2 hole for Kansas. Kansas had 10 kills with nine errors in set one, then flip-flipped the numbers for an even worse-looking nine kills with 10 errors. On the road especially, Kansas cannot afford to fall behind more than one set. "You got to show up to work for the first two sets," Beard said. "It was good volleyball after the break, but you can't put yourself in the situation of down 0-2 on the road" Kansas won the third set, and held a 15-11 lead in set four before a strong Sooner rally squashed any hopes of a Jayhawk miracle. The Sooner lead was tough to swallow, but Bechard knows it could have been different with a better start The only jayhawk to put a respectable match together on the offensive side of the net was senior middle blocker Natalie Uhart. She had 10 kills hitting at a .286 clip, a team high for the match. "It hurts to lose a lead in set four," Bechard said. "But it was a match mostly decided by getting down 0-2." Meanwhile the Sooners had several contributors. Junior outside hitter Bridget Laplante led three Sooners who had double-digit kills. Oklahoma did not dominate the match offensively however, hitting just .198 percent. But the Kansas offense did not bail its defense with a .081 percentage. Uhart will be the first to say, not many teams win matches hitting below. 100. "Hitting balls out, getting blocked, and hitting too low," Uhart said of why the offense struggled. The loss crippled the layhawks hopes for a quick bump in the Big 12 standings before a tough stretch of matches. Up next is Nebraska and the team will not have time to mull over this ugly loss. The team will have to keep its spirits up in what will be the biggest home match of the year. "We need to stay positive and realize it's not the end of the season," Uhart said. "Value every day and value every team." GARLINGTON NAMED NATIONAL PLAYER OF THE WEEK Before the Jayhawks packed their bags for Norman, Okla, they got to take along one more award. Sophomore outside hitter Karina Garlington was chosen as the Sports Imports/American Volleyball Coaches Association Division 1 National Player of the Week. A pair of sweeps by Kansas was fueled by Garlington's stellar playing in last week's matches against Colorado and Texas Tech. She hit .354 while averaging 5.0 kills per set. The Denver native is only the second athlete from Kansas to achieve the honor. NFL Edited by Jennifer Torline BY DOUG TUCKER ASSOCIATED PRESS Chiefs sign new LB Shotwell, DE Babir KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Chiefs signed a new defensive end and a new linebacker on Wednesday while taking stock of an increasingly injury-wracked roster. Defensive end Jason Babin was added and will probably see action on Sunday against the New Orleans Saints. Added to the practice squad was linebacker Kyle Shotwell. Defensive end Brian Johnston, a rookie who had been playing in place of injured starters, was placed on injured reserve and is gone for the year. The Chiefs (1-8) expect several others starters to be out for Sunday as well. Unable to practice on Wednesday were cornerback Brandon Flowers, defensive end Tamba Hali, linebackers Derrick Johnson and Pat Thomas and right guard Adrian Jones. "We've got some new Chiefs, some new guys out there," said coach Herm Edwards. Several others were not at full speed, including running back Jamaal Charles and safety Jarrad Page. The defense has been particularly hard hit during this rash of injuries. Had the Chiefs taken on the Saints' top-ranked offense Wednesday, the starting linebackers would have been veteran Donnie Edwards, free agent rookie Weston Dacus and Rocky Boiman, who was released before the season by Indianapolis and signed by Kansas City on Oct. 15. Dacus and Boiman both played in Sunday's 20-19 loss to San Diego. Last week, the Chiefs brought in cornerback Ricardo Colclough and David Macklin and defensive end Wallace Gilberry, who all played against the Chargers. Edwards said the 6-foot-3, 260-pound Babin, a first-foot pick of Houston in 2004, could play against the Saints. He played in two games for Seattle this season. Page agreed that all the coming and going was taking a toll. "Itit just forces people to have to step up," he said. "But once somebody shows you they know what to do, then you trust them. That's the big part. When you're not sure if people know what to do, it kind of messes up the defense because then guys try to do two jobs instead of the one job they're supposed to do." THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN THE SEARCH FOR THE SHIRT? You the students have submitted your gameday slogans and now it's time to vote for your favorite! The slogan that receives the most votes will then be released as the new “official” gameday shirt of the student body. THE TOP 5 SUBMISSIONS ARE: 30% • "The Swagger Is Back" 14% • "Rock Chalkin’ Your Socks Off Since 1865” 12% • "My Favorite Subject in School Was Always Gameday” 32% • "The University of Kansas: Majoring in Championships Since 1865" 12% • "Fly Like A Jayhawk, Sting Like A Beak" VOTE ONLINE NOW Voting Ends Today GO TO KANSAN.COM/THESHIRT to vote on your favorite 2008-09 KANSAS BASKETBALL THE TOP 5 SUBMISSIONS ARE: 30% • “The Swagger Is Back” 14% • “Rock Chalkin’ Your Socks Off Since 1865” 12% • “My Favorite Subject in School Was Always Gameday” 32% • “The University of Kansas: Majoring in Championships Since 1865” 12% • “Fly Like A Jayhawk, Sting Like A Beak” VOTE ONLINE NOW Voting Ends Today GO TO KANSAN.COM/THESHIRT to vote on your favorite JOIN THE BEST. We don’t appreciate laziness. In fact, we can’t stand it. The Kansan Advertising Staff is now hiring for the summer & fall semesters. We’re looking to hire the most driven students at KU for positions in advertising sales or design. Be a part of the best college advertising staff in the nation*, where the result of your hard work is success in the real world. Interested? Informational meetings will be Tuesday, Nov. 18th and Wednesday, Nov. 19th 7:00 PM Stauffer-Flint Room 206 *Attendance to one Session Required to Apply* Questions? Call 864-4358 2008-09 KANSAS BASKETBALL Friday 11/14/08 7:00 p.m. VS. Sacred Heart Haskell Indian Nations Night $3 ticket with voucher For more information call 785-864-7941 x221 SINGLE GAME TICKETS $8 Adult $5 Youth $3 Group (20+) KUATHLETICS.COM 800-34-HAWKS JOIN THE BEST. We don’t appreciate laziness. In fact, we can’t stand it. The Kansan Advertising Staff is now hiring for the summer & fall semesters. We’re looking to hire the most driven students at KU for positions in advertising sales or design. Be a part of the best college advertising staff in the nation*, where the result of your hard work is success in the real world. Interested? Informational meetings will be Tuesday, Nov. 18th and Wednesday, Nov. 19th 7:00 PM Stauffer-Flint Room 206 *Attendance to one Session Required to Apply* Questions? Call 864-4358 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN ADVERTISING STAFF Friday 11/14/08 7:00 p.m. VS. Sacred Heart Haskell Indian Nations Night $3 ticket with voucher For more information call 785-864-7941 x22 SINGLE GAME TICKETS $8 Adult $5 Youth $3 Group (20+) KUATHLETICS.COM 800-34-HAWKS life. and how to have one. NOVEMBER 13, 2008 Jayplay THOU SHALT TAILGATE In this town, pre-gaming is a ritual that’s not taken lightly MEET THE PARENTS How to get your motha to like your lova START A SECOND LIFE Leave Lawrence without leaving the classroom --- CONTENTS November 13, 2008 Volume 6, Issue 12 play 4, 6-7 | contact 5, 8-9 notice 12-13 | health 14-16 reviews 17-18 | speak 19 gameday devotion saturdays filled with beer and barbecue are a religious experi- ence for faithful KU tailgaters virtually reality "second life" bridges distances between people and places fitness faux pas Just because you've got your game face on at the rec doesn't mean you can check your manners at the door Jayplay will get you in-step with "rec-tiquette." Cover photo illustration by Ryan McGeeney Guess the score of this weekend's football game for a chance to win passes to the all new AMC Studio 30 featuring Fork & Screen! Fill out the form and turn it in to the Kansan office, Stauffer-Flint Hall, Room 119. Each week, the 25 students with the closest guess will win a free movie pass. Or enter to win on kansan.com Deadline for submissions is this Friday at 4:00 pm. This week's game: KANSAS vs. TEXAS Game Score: ___ Name: ___ Phone Number:___ E-mail: ___ Fork & Screen Opening OCTOBER 31 KANSAN.com AMC ENTERTAINMENT 4mc STUDIO 30 2 119th & I-35, Olathe, KS. Visit AMCTheatres.com/Studio for more information. November 13,2008 CALENDAR thursday, nov. 13 Kansas City Blues Society Open Jam. Knuckleheads, 7 p.m., 21+ FREE. Lecture: Leadership and Globalization in Sports. Dole Institute of Politics, 7:30 p.m., all ages, FREew, www.doleinstitute.org. Play: Street Scene. Murphy Hall, Crafton-Preyer Theatre, 7:30 p.m., all ages, $10-$20. Coldplay. The Sprint Center, 7:30 p.m., all ages, $49.50-$97.50, www.coldplay com. Film: Tropic Thunder. Kansas Union, Woodruff Auditorium, 8 p.m., all ages, $2, www.suavevents.com. Instruments of Chaos/ Josh Davis Band. Davey's Uptown, 8 p.m., 21+,$5. www.thejoshdavisband.com. Steel Train/Dear and the Headlights/Forgive Durden. The Jackpot, 9 p.m., $18+, $10-$11, www. forgivedurden.com. Spence/Crazy T/Def Ear/Godzilla/Square Jordan. The Eighth Street Tap Room, 10 p.m., 21+, $3. On the One. The Jazzhaus, 10 p.m., 21+; $4, www. onthemusic.com. New Franklin Panthers/The Burning Fifteen/Love Tusk. The Record Bar, 10 p.m., 21+,$7, www.myspace.com/ newfranklinpanthers.com. friday, nov. 14 Rise Against/Alkaline Trio/Thrice. Uptown Theater, 7 p.m., all ages, $32, www.myp.com/thrice. Alvin Alley American Dance Theater. Midland Theatre, 7:30 p.m., all ages, $16-$62.50. Play: Street Scene. Murphy Hall, Crafton-Preyer Theatre. 7:30 p.m., all ages, $10-$20. Matt Nathanson/Jessie Baylin/The Break and Repair Method. The Bottleneck, 8 p.m., all ages, $13.50-$15. Film! Tropic Thunder. Kansas Union, Woodruff Auditorium, 8 p.m., all ages, $2, www.suaevents.com. In the Groove/ Latin/Young Electric Grandmother. The Brick, 10 p.m., 21+, $5-$7. Fourth of July/The California Crains. The Eighth Street Tap Room, 10 p.m., $21+, $3. Ras Neville and The Kingstonians. Fatso's, 10 p.m. 21+; $4. Delorean. The Jazzzhaus, 10 p.m., 21+,$3. The Noise FM/Black Tie Dynasty/Max Justus. The Record Bar, 10 p.m., 21+, $7. La Panther Happens/ The Tambourine Club. The Replay Lounge, 10 p.m. 21+,$2. Alvin Alley American Dance Theater. Midland Theatre, 2 p.m., all ages, $16-$62.50. saturday, nov. 15 Fourth annual KC Guns 'N Hoses Boxing. Memorial Hall, 7 p.m., all ages, $10-$30. Jackopierce, The Beaumont Club, 8 p.m., all ages, $25, www.jackopierce.com. Truckstop Honeymoon/ Taarka. The Bottleneck, 8 p.m., all ages, $9-$11, www. myspace.com/taarka. Film: Tropic Thunder. Kansas Union, Woodruff Auditorium, 8 p.m., all ages, $2. s.uaevents.com Of Montreal/Sinkane. Liberty Hall, 8 p.m., all ages, $14. Kundalini Rising II with Kraak and Smaak/ Quixotic. The Granada, 9 p.m., 18+, $17. Shannon and The Rhythm Kings. Knuckleheads, 9 p.m., 21+. $6. Hammerlord/Attack on Uranus/Thunder Eagle. The Jackpot, 10 p.m., 18+, $5-$7, wwwmyspace.com/thundereaglerock. Full Day Affair. The Jazzhaus, 10 p.m., 21+, $4. Cosmic Bowling. Kansas Union, Jaybowl, 10 p.m., all ages. FREE. The Gloves/The Wrinkles. The Replay Lounge, 10 p.m., $21, + $3. Alvin Alley American Dance Theater. Midland Theatre 2 p.m., all ages, $16-$62.50. sunday, nov. 16 Conversation with President George H.W. Bush. Lied Center, 3 p.m., all ages. FREE. 2008 World Tour of Gymnastics. The Sprint Center, 6 p.m., all ages, $24.50. Government Mule. The Voodoo Lounge, 6 p.m., 21+, $25-$45. Plain White T's/Meg Dia/Dia The Cab/ The American Life. The Beamont Club. 7:30 p.m., all ages, $18. monday, nov.17 Hawthorne Heights/ Emery/The Color Fred/ Tickle Me Pink.The Granada, 6 p.m., all ages. $19. Corey Smith/Clay Crumble. The Bottleneck, 8 p.m., all ages, $12-$15, www.coreysmith.com. Left on Northwood/ Algrenon/The Sailor Sequence. The Jackpot, 9 p.m., 18+, $5-$7, www.myspace. com/algrenon. Rooftop Vigilantes/ Pinche Gringo. The Eighth Street Tap Room, 10 p.m. 21+, $3. El Ten Eleven/Yellow Lab. The Record Bar 10 p.m. 21+, $7. www.eitenbeen.com Celtic Thunder. The Sprint Center, 7:30 p.m., all ages, $37.50-$75.00. tuesday, nov.18 Ingram Hill/Hana Pestle. The Granada, 8 p.m. all ages, $11-$13, www myspace.com/ingramhill. Holly Golightly and the Brokeoffs/Delaney Davidson/Allison Olassa/Lonnie Fisher and the Funeral. The Jackpot, 8 p.m., $18+. $8-$10. ShutDownTown. Knuckleheads, 8 p.m., 21+,$6, www.shutdowntown.com. Bayley Kate and the Bluegills. Signs of Life, 8 p.m., all ages. FREE. wednesday, nov. 19 Miss Major and Her Minor Mood Swings. Knuckleheads, 7 p.m., 21+, $4. Ludo/The Higher/The Graduate/Eye Alaska. Beaumont Club, 7:30 p.m., all ages. $12, wwwmyspace.com/ludorck. Casey Danahew Band. The Granada, 8 p.m., all ages, $11. Heartless Bastards/ Brody Buster Band. The Bottleneck, 8 p.m., all ages, $9-$11 | www.myspace.com/ heartlessbastards. Feedy Johnston and Wayne Gottstine/Eric Mardis and Grant Fitch. The jackpot, 9 p.m., 18+, $6-$7. venues The Beaumont Club Davey's Uptown Liberty Hall 3402 Main St. Kansas City, Mo. (816) 753-1909 Fatso's 4050 Pennsylvania St. Kansas City, Mo. (816) 561-2560 642 Massachusetts St. (785) 749-1972 Knuckleheads 1016 Massachusetts St. Lawrence (785) 865-4055 2715 Rochester St. Kansas City, Mo. (816) 483-1456 Midland Theatre 1228 Main St. Kansas City, Mo. (816) 471-8600 The Record Bar Signs of Life 1020 Westport Road Kansas City, Mo. (816) 753-5207 722 Massachusetts St. Lawrence (785) 830-8030 Sprint Center 1407 Grand Blvd Kansas City, Mo. (816) 949-7000 Uptown Theater 3700 Broadway St. Kansas City, Mo. (816) 753-8655 ALEXIS TURKIN editor's note try would think of our taligating ritual. As if we are making a sacred pilgrimage, we all don similar blue shirts and temporary jayhawk tattoos, and march in drows toward Memorial Stadium. Some of us chant, some of us dance and almost all stop by a house or parking lot along the way for the traditional feast: the tailgate. I often wonder what people from a different coun- Not every tailgate is the same, though. There are those who set up large, majestic tents on the hill, sit in comfy up-chairs, stir their Bloody Marys with a celery stick and pump satueed Portobello-prosciutto treats into their mouths. They even have those scrumptious jayhawk sugar cookies with red and blue sprinkles. This group of the Jayhawk faithful is, of course, the alums. But to find a more rustic, traditional college tailgate, one must venture into the student ghetto. It is there that the camaraderie soars and the red plastic cups of beer runneth over. Complete strangers will embrace and partake in jell-O shots in the name of jahawk football. It is here, in the student ghetto, that a foreign could walk past house after house and find the same scene: a mass of blue-shirted people eating, drinking and being merry. I'm sure they would think it was some religious holiday by the way we carry on. In reality, KU football is none of our religions, although at times it seems like - Sasha Roe, associate editor it is. But similar to a religion, it brings a very diverse group of people together to celebrate something we all share: being jayhawks. Saturday will be my last home game tailgate as a student. My time spent mingling through the student ghetto on gameday is coming to an end. I admit it makes me sentimental to think about it, and I wonder how the last four years flew by so quickly. If you're a freshman, I encourage you to take part in this crazy tradition we call tailgating at least a few times in your time here. The Jayhawk pride at these tailgates is amazing. Brianne's story on page 6 will tell you how to do a tailgate right. For seniors like myself, I remind you to savor these last few tailgates. Yes, Jayhawk football will always be around, but some traditions don't last forever. jayplayers Editor Megan Hirt Associate editor Sasha Roe Photo editor Jon Goering Designers Drew Bergman, Peter Soto, Becky Sullivan Contact Carly Halvorson, Matt Hirschfeld Health Asher Fusco, Susan Melgren, Realle Roth Manual Heather Melanson, Ariel Tilson Play Brianne Pfannenstiel, Derek Zarda Notice Matt Bechtold, Nina Libbv, Sean Rosner Contributors Mark Arehart Clayton Ashley, Darron Carswell, Francesca Chambers, Matthew Crooks, Miller Davis, Chance Dibben, Chris Horn, Dani Hurst, Mia Iverson, Amber Jackson, Danny Nordstrom, Meghan Nuckolls, Abby Olcee, Amanda Sorell, Elise Stawarz Creative consultant Carol Holstead Contact us joyplay08@gmail.com Jayplay The University Daily Kansan 111 Stauffer-Flint Bldd. 1435 Jahawk Blvd. Lawrence, KS 66045 (785) 864-4810 November 13,2008 3 PLAY THIS WEEKEND Japanese Kimono and Obi sale The Lawrence Palpung Dharma Foundation will host a vintage Japanese Kimono and Obi sale Friday at the Lawrence Arts Center, 940 New Hampshire St., from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Proceeds will help support a variety of the foundation's programs, including bringing Tibetan monks, artists and exiles to speak in Lawrence. The foundation began informally in 2003 when members organized a visit from Mingyur Rinpoche, a notable Buddhist monk. Tibetan Buddhism has a long tradition of making offerings to sacred elements of nature, such as mountains, magnificent trees and flowing streams. Ling-Lung Chen, director of the foundation, says Tibetan Buddhists believe the beauty in these elements bring great joy to whoever sees them and invoke in them a sense of sacredness. Last year, the foundation began purchasing Japanese wedding kimonos to decorate Tibetan shrines, because the kimonos use many natural symbols, such as pine trees and mountains. VIVA LA KONITORIA DE ESPAÑA INSTALCION DE ASTRÓNOMÍA Y MEDICINA TROPICALES A CONFERENCIA DE VIVA LA KONITORIA DE ESPAÑA CON INFANTIL SAN JUAN EL RICO, S.A.R. SANT JOAN DEL RIO, S.A.R. APRIL 20-21, 2023 RESIDENCIAS: 500 m² EXPO CENTRAL: 800 m² COMUNIDAD DE MONTENEGRO MUNDO DE MONTENegro "Eventually, some people got the idea that since wedding kimonos are so unique, why not use them as a fundraiser!" Chen says. Chen says the fundraiser will be an opportunity for the foundation to reintroduce itself to the community. The event will begin at 6:30 p.m. with Chen giving a brief lecture about Tibetan Buddhism. In addition to the kimonos, the sale will also feature artwork and books from Tibetan artists and monks. Do not pass up this extremely rare opportunity to view vintage Japanese clothing, the likes of which are usually only seen by visiting the country itself. —Derek Zarda Want Kansas vs. Missouri tickets? Bring in this raffle ticket! Name: ___ Phone: ___ WE HAVE CARRY-OUT! 2520 S. Iowa Applebee's 785-832-8338 Want Kansas vs. Missouri tickets? Bring in this raffle ticket! Name: ___ Phone: ___ WE HAVE CARRY-JOUT! 2520 S. Iowa Applebee's 785-832-8338 We rack our balls for You Open 9 am - 2 am Daily Can't Beat This- Best Daily Specials in Town! (No Cover) Astro's 601 Kasold (785) 748-7699 18 Tables (Unlimited Balls) We rack our balls for You Open 9 am - 2 am Daily Can't Beat This- Best Daily Specials in Town! (No Cover) Astro's 601 Kasold (785) 748-7699 18 Tables (Unlimited Balls) out & about Where do you go to relax off campus? A. E. Hastings, it's really laid-back and they have couches, which makes it a great place to relax and read. —Kuanysh Kuramyssova, Taraz, Kazakhstan, sophomore I like to go to coffee shops like Dunn Bros. to do crafts, like crocheting with friends. —Meliah Clark, Lawrence senior LAKE CITY HIGH SCHOOL I like going over to Jefferson's with friends. It's a typical gameday activity. —Kevin Tietz, Plano, Texas, sophomore I like to go to La Prima Tazza on Mass. Street because it's a cozy place to drink coffee and talk with my friends. —Elsa Rosales, Wichita freshman JULIA SCHULTZ The Lookout at Wells Outlook Park, because I like to be outside, and from there you can see all of Lawrence. —Kelsey Hooker, Denver senior My friend's house, because she has cable. I'm on campus all day long with three different jobs, so it's nice to just sit down and veg afterward. —Oscar Cuevas, Cherryvale junior Nobody knows where he is. P Black jack Battlefield in Baldwin City, because it's something different to do and it's a historical place in what led up to the Civil War. Amanda Turner, Overland Park senior I like to go out to the dam at Clinton Lake.The sunset is really beautiful to look at from out there. —Molly Fuller, Oswego sophomore PARKER PETER DALLAS I go to Wal-Mart and put the expensive DVDs in the clearance bin, then follow people to the cash register to watch the customer-cashier meltdown. —Luke Rosebaugh, Ashton, Md., senior 4 —Derek Zarda November 13,2008 five questions By Carly Halvorson Jeriney DJ on 96.5 The Buzz What's the story behind your name? I wish there were one! My parents didn't find out if I was going to be a boy or a girl before I was born. If I would have been a boy, my name was going to be Larry Dean. Totally redneck! Who would play you in a movie about your life? It would have to be someone who is really tall, because I'm six-foot-one. What band would you love to see in concert? I've pretty much seen all my favorites, including Incubus—seven times! I think it would have been interesting to have seen Nirvana. Who would win in a fight: Obama or McCain? I would have to say Barack Obama, just because John McCain is older than dirt. Where is the farthest you have been from home? I was my high school mascot and I won a spot to perform in the halftime show of the Hula Bowl. I took my giant Wildcat costume to Hawaii and danced on the 50-yard line of Aloha Stadium. I was named after the character Ashton on the television show North and South. Angelina Jolie. I may not look like her, but I love her. She's a great actress. I have always really liked Journey. I'd love to see them. Barack Obama. McCain is older; and he blinks too much to fight well. I guess college would be the farthest I've been away from home without my family. But with them, it would be on a cruise to the Bahamas. CONTACT Ashton Thompson Louisburg sophomore If it's not Mexico, it's On The Border. ON THE BORDER MEXICAN GRILL & CANTINA Also enjoy On The Border TO GO & Catering 3038 Iowa St. • 785-830-8219 • Sun-Thurs 11-10 • Fri- Sat 11-11 Margarita HOWWEMET It was a case of '80s mistaken identity for recently engaged couple Talitha Jennison and Tom Rhein.The two met at Rieger Scholarship Hall's'80s dance in August 2005 as they were both beginning their freshman year at the University. Rhein, Ann Arbor; Mich., senior, had just returned from Europe the weekend before school began. He asked Jennison to dance, and Jennison says he talks really quietly, and so she thought he said he was from Europe. She says she thought she was dancing with a foreign exchange student for most of the night. "I was in this really nasty '80s dress and had my hair all crazy, and he was wearing an all blank, kind of weird outfit," says Jennison, Wichita senior. The air was eventually cleared when the two met up again a couple weeks later during an engineering study group in Rhein's scholarship hall, Grace Pearson. They began spending more time together, and just celebrated their four-year anniversary on Nov. 3. The couple's wedding is set for June 29, 2009. Matt Hirschfeld Contributed photos (Top) The couple at Talitha's older brother's wedding in June 2006. (Right) Talitha and Tom pose in fall 2005 for their first picture together. 11 12 13 MARTINI CORNER ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT Your Alternative Energy Source Charge Up Your Nightlife! At the Tower · 31st and Oak · KCMD www.martinicorner.com November 13,2008 5 PLAY the TEN COMMANDMENTS TAILGATING In a town where football is more religion than pastime, tailgating is as important as Sunday mass By Brianne Pfannenstiel bpfannenstiel@kansan.com The stands are the pews, the fight song and the alma mater are the hymns, the fans are the faithful congregants, and Jayhawk football is the religion. Before every home game students, families and alumni join in a mass exodus from their homes, through the student ghetto and toward Memorial Stadium. There's no incense, but the aroma of fresh barbecue and hamburgers permeate the crisp fall air as the voices of thousands of excited fans mingle with the muted notes of the marching band warming up in the distance. It's 9 a.m., on Saturday, and it's time for the age-old pregame ritual of tailgating to begin. Like any religious ceremony, there are rules to be followed and principles to be adhered to. Something this important shouldn't be taken lightly, which is why we've compiled the Ten Commandments of Tailgating, detailing the do's and don'ts of pre-game partying. 1. Thou shalt not arrive on campus an hour before game time and expect to get a good spot on the Hill. "The key is to get here early," says 2006 graduate Dave Cronin, whose tailgating group had been on campus and ready for the 11:30 a.m. kickoff against Kansas State on Nov. 1 since 6 a.m. Cronin says not showing up with enough time to get a spot and get organized is a rookie mistake that a lot of beginning tailgaters make. 2. Thou shalt play yard games. The diehard tailgaters, like Cronin, know that when you show up to a game more than five hours before it begins, you have to have something to do. That is why God created yard games like washers, horse shoes, beer pong and flip cup. "You've got to have activities leading up to the game to get people excited," Cronin says. 3. Thou shalt have no other priorities higher than tailgating. Whoever came up with the football schedule didn't seem to take into consideration the Saturday morning post-party hangovers of the majority of the student population. But real tailgaters know to throw back a couple aspirin and suck it up. There are more important things than personal comfort. 4. Thou shalt not forget the beer. Cheap beer is a fundamental component of any student tailgate for obvious reasons, says 2006 graduate Chris Bennett. 5. Thou shalt not be the obnoxious drunk three seats down who ruins the game for everyone. While beer is a necessary part of the tailgating experience, don't forget that tailgating is just the beginning of the day. There's a whole football game left to watch, and nobody likes the obnoxious drunk in the stands who's convinced he's really funny." If you're so drunk you're throwing up, it's probably not a good idea to go into the game and ruin everyone's time," says Baldwin City sophomore Avery Baughan. "I've seen people carried out of the stadium after they fell down a flight of stairs, and everyone just laughs at them." 6. Thou shalt honor thy team and thy colors. "Blue is the color," says Emery Baughan, a 2005 Baker University graduate and lifelong KU fan. "It's a pride thing. I grew up in Kansas being a jayhawk fan my whole life, and then I come here and look around and see everyone from all walks of life wearing KU blue. It's a really cool experience." KANSAS WATER SKI 6 November 13,2008 8003 SI radburnell PLAY 7. Thou shalt partake in the glory of grilling. Any true tailgater knows that, after beer, burgers are the most important item to have in your cooler. If you're thinking about going all out with your cooking, be sure to check out sites like www.tailgating.com for professional-grade grills and setups, ranging from the basic outdoor grill to the over the top "Cooks BBQ Kitchen," which unfolds to include a 90,000 BTU propane stove, grill and griddle, microwave oven, mini-fridge, and even a kitchen sink. Just in case. 8. Thou shalt plan ahead. Location is everything, so you shouldn't be above using your friends for their proximity to the gameday celebrations. Augusta senior Laura Vest says her pregame location generally varies, but it's always within a few blocks of the stadium, depending on who is willing to offer up their home to the masses. 9. Thou shalt exploit thy friends should their apartments be closer to campus than thine own. The greatest tragedies to befall tailgaters—like forgetting the beer and the burgers—can easily be prevented with a little planning. Get together with your group a few days before gameday to divvy up duties. snalt wave the wheat. Enough said. "It's a rock chalk thing," says Andreas Bran- thens, Greece, senior. "Everyone from KU will know what that and you see someone youth can just bond over Photos by Jon Goering and Ryan McGeeney GET PHOGGY { Thursday } $8 Fish Bowls $2 Domestic Bottles $2 Grape & Cherry Bombs 2-4-1 Burgers { Friday } $2 Anything Kansas Football Post Game Party $3 Big Beers $3 Vodka Energy $3 Jager Bombs THE PHOGGY DOG BAR & GRILL 22nd & Iowa WEDDING DAY Raindrops ARE NOW YOUR GAIN. 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TOM HARTLEY According to Sarah Newton, author of Help! My Teenager is an Alien, a situation like Braker's is not uncommon. She estimates that 80 percent of parents disapprove of the person their child chooses to date. Don't mind the bike, he loves furry animals. Parents' first impressions of their child's significant other are almost always based on appearance. Newton says parents disapproving of their child's significant other can have damaging consequences. It can put too much pressure on the couple's relationship. While the partner is wondering why the parents don't approve, the child is under pressure to please both their parents and their partner in a tense environment. This is what happened in Braker's situation. She says her boyfriend never wanted to come over to her house or do anything that might involve her parents, while her mom insisted he was too immature and Braker had too much potential to be dating him. Braker ultimately broke up with him after he cheated on her a second time, but the two still remain amiable. Parents' disapproval of a significant other can also damage the relationship between the parents and their child." In essence, by the parent not approving of their child's partner, they are saying, 'I do not trust you to make the right choices for yourself,' Newton says. "That can never be a good basis of a strong parent-child bond." In more extreme cases, Newton says she has dealt with students being thrown out of the house or running away from home. Sometimes the police have even been involved when the parents assaulted their child's boyfriend or girlfriend. Newton says she even had a case where the child's partner was killed in a physical confrontation with the family.In this particular incident, the tension was based on race—an Asian woman began dating a white man, and the girl's parents didn't want her to date a man who was not Asian. Reasons for not liking a child's boyfriend or girlfriend vary on what things are most important to the parents. Newton says if a parent is concerned with social class, they will base their judgment on the significant other's social status. If the parents focus more on academics, they will look at the partner's academic background and stature with a more critical eye. Newton adds that first impressions are almost always based on how the person looks. One student says his ex-girlfriend's parents, whom he describes as being very conservative, were immediately turned off by his clothes and the punk rock music he listened to. Elaine Mazlish, co-author of How to Talk So Teens Will Listen and Listen So Teens Will Talk, says it's never an easy situation when parents don't approve of the person their son or daughter is dating. The most important thing to overcoming the friction between parents and their child is an open and honest line of communication. "If a parent feels there's something not right, it's important to let their child know," Mazlish says. "For parents to be able to say, I respect your judgment. I believe you have a strong intuitive sense. If something doesn't feel right for you, I want you to trust your own judgment—that's an important attitude for parents to have." "My parents never said they didn't like him, i just knew," Hoffman says. "They never told me how to live my life and what was good for me and who I should love. They knew I would figure it out for myself, and that was a part of growing up." Bailey Hoffman, Spring Hill junior, says at first, her parents liked her boyfriend of three years. However, Hoffman's boyfriend became dependent on her family and grew mean toward her. When her parents noticed a change in her behavior and in the relationship, they began to dislike him. In Mazlish's experience, this kind of relationship between parents and their child—in which the parents completely back off to allow the student to make his or her own choices—doesn't occur very frequently. Instead, Mazlish says students are more likely to be put down or to hear things like. "What is wrong with you? Can't you see what a jerk he is? Open your eyes!" For Hoffman's parents to let her make her own choices shows an underlying respect, Mazlish says. Both Mazlish and Newton emphasize the importance of honesty in the parent-child relationship and in the couple's relationship. If the situation becomes too tense or places too much strain on either relationship, a talk with everyone involved is the best way to try to resolve the issue. It's not necessary for the parents to approve of their child's significant other. It's more important for everyone involved to handle the situation like adults. 8 November 13,2008 Photo illustration by Alex Bonham-Carter CONTACT M BITCH and MOAN Bitch and MOAN with Matt Hirschfeld and Francesca Chambers YOU WILL BE THERE! What should I do if one of my friends is hooking up with my ex? —Derek, senior Matt: Frist, think back on you and your friend's relationship. Is most of it just superficial chatter and getting drunk at parties together? If no substance is present, you should have fewer qualms about your friend's interest in your ex. If he really is a good friend and someone who matters in your life, think about if you want to salvage the friendship. Confronting him could cause more problems than a friend's worth, and confronting him could cause your ex to become involved in your life again, in turn forcing you to confront old feelings. If you decide your friend is no longer worth it, have some harmless fun. Casually mention to your friend that your feelings for your ex are coming back, and take note of his reaction. Talk about how much you miss the sex and throw out lines like, "You can't even imagine what the sex was like." See if he freaks out or becomes nervous. As harsh and unwarranted as this may be, it could actually save your friendship. He may confess to you what's been going on with your ex, and admit he was too hesitant to talk to you about it. And then you two would talk about it, like friends would. He may have slept with your ex, but at the end of the day, an ex is still an ex. Whom your ex sleeps with really shouldn't concern you anymore, even if it is one of your friends. Fran: Judge the situation based on how long you dated your ex, not how long or how well you have known your friend. If you were in a serious relationship with your ex and all your friends knew how devastated you were when you two broke up, it's not okay for your friend to date your ex—ever. But if your relationship was short-lived and the breakup was mutual, you should probably get over it. Your friend or your ex should have told you about the relationship right away, though. You have to remember this is simply idealistic advice. Two years ago, one of my best friends slept with my ex-boyfriend on my birthday. At my apartment. She thought I wouldn't mind because I had been dating my current boyfriend for almost two years at that point. She also assumed the intense feelings I had for my ex-boyfriend were long forgotten because both he and my current boyfriend attended my birthday party that night. What she didn't take into consideration was that my ex and I had dated for two years, as well. He gave me a promise ring after he graduated and moved to Lawrence when I was still in high school an hour and a half away. She listened to me cry on the phone for hours every day the first month after we broke up. She clearly misjudged the way I would react to finding out they had slept together. I have not talked to her since that happened, and that was almost a year and a half ago. What you do is up to you in this situation, but I wouldn't blame you if you cut your friend out of your life. Although it's not the mature thing to do, I can't say I wouldn't do the same thing, even if I had only dated my ex for a few months. When is a good time to retrieve your belongings from an ex? James, junior Matt: Get your belongings ASAP right now, without hesitation, PDQ; I don't even know what you're doing reading this response, James. You should be on your way to get your stuff. Do not wait a month. Or even a week. That month or week of you looking at your ex's stuff causes you to reminisce about your relationship. Stuff really is just stuff, and having it sit around causes you to think about the person—your ex—who owns that stuff. If the relatlship has no hope of being salvaged, the "out of sight, out of mind" approach is the best way to go. If you're just not ready to do this, have a mutual friend do it. There's no need for an awkward moment when a friend asks you where you got, for example, a shirt you are wearing, and having to answer, "It was my ex's." We all know what's going through that friend's head: You must not be over your ex. And if you really are over your ex, you should have no problem giving back what's not yours. Fran: If you don't really want the relationship to be over, don't initiate giving back personal items just yet. One of my friends, we'll call him David, broke up with his girlfriend because he was angry with her. yet he intended to get back together with her when he calmed down. In the meantime, she decided to drop by his place to get her stuff back because she thought it was completely over. David was not at home when she stopped by, but his roommate Ted was. Ted did not understand the situation and thought it would be easier if she retrieved her stuff while my friend was not at home, so he broke into my friend's locked room with a butter knife so David's ex could get her stuff. To make a long story short, my friend did not notice that his ex had taken her belongings until several days later. By that time she had already done the breakup ritual and she did not want to go through the pain and hassle of getting back together. To this day, my friend still names Ted as the reason he and his ex ultimately ended their relationship. The moral of the story is: Do not exchange items with an ex, do not let your friends or your ex know you are thinking about exchanging items, unless you plan on following through with the breakup. Once you put those items in a box and give them back, I doubt you will ever see them again. Unless you know Derek's friend. Then you might be seeing those items again really soon, just not the way you thought you would. 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SERVING UP TRADITION SINCE 1892 JOHNNY'S TAVERN Just 'cross the bridge SERVING UP TRADITION SINCE 1920 JOHNNY'S TAVERN Just 'cross the bridge November 13,2008 9 FEATURE second education KU joins the list of universities using the virtual world of Second Life as an educational tool By Sean Rosner srosner@kansan.com Stacey Fox soars through the air over a body of water, scanning the unfamiliar islands below. When she sees an island she knows, she swoops down to ground level. Finding a couple friends, she chats for a few minutes and then decides to go back home, this time choosing to teleport instead of fly All the while. Fox is sitting in front of her laptop in her office on the top floor of the Art and Design building. She is exploring the 3-D virtual world of Second Life. From home. Fox, a visiting assistant professor of art, flies to a pair of islands with no buildings or people, just flat grasslands from coast to coast. But the islands won't be bare for long. They belong to the Spencer Museum of Art and the KU Department of Art, and soon they will be full of artwork and interactive exhibits. Launching in the spring 2009 semester, the two properties will make the Spencer and the Department of Art accessible to people worldwide, and open doors for new teaching, socializing and marketing techniques. Launched in 2003 by San Francisco-based Linden Lab, Second Life is a 3-D virtual world populated by more than 15 million people. SecondLife's look is similar to that of a video game. Think The Sims, except online and enormous. The Second Life world spans more than 65,000 acres of virtual land. After downloading the Second Life computer software, users create their own customizable characters called avatars. Skin, hair and eye color, body build, facial features and clothing are all up to the user's discretion. Users can even choose whether they want their avatar to be human or something else. Fox's avatar, Sage Duncan, is actually a fox. Once users create an avatar, they can then maneuver the avatar around the Second Life world by walking, flying or teleporting. Second Life is more than 90 percent user-generated, and contains everything from churches to theaters to shopping malls. "Everything you have in first life, you can have in Second Life." Fox says. Avatars communicate with each other by typing, similar to instant messaging, or if both users have computers equipped with microphones, they can communicate simply by talking. Second Life is a world in which physical distance is not an issue. Second Life even has its own economy. Users exchange their real money for the currency used in Second Life, called Linden dollars. From there they can buy land to build a house or start a business. Users pay each other for goods and services just as they would in the real world. At LindeX exchange stations, users can cash in their Linden dollars for real-life currency. In November 13,2008 10 Photo illustration by Becky Sullivan FEATURE September, 236 Second Life users made profits of more than $5,000. In addition to being a place for people to interact and conduct business, Second Life has proven to be a useful venue for higher education. More than 200 colleges and universities own property in Second Life, including prestigious educational institutions like Harvard University, Princeton University and Stanford University.And starting next semester, KU will join this group. Fox says Second Life is an effective educational tool because it allows for the use of convergent media, meaning that it blends different media such as audio, video and text into one educational experience. Students can meet at any time to discuss class topics, listen to sound clips and watch videos together, all while sitting at their computer desks. Second Life also gives students from all over the world the opportunity to take classes at American colleges and universities. During classes, the virtual environment frees users from the physical boundaries of the real world. If a professor wants to show students a top-view of a statue they have recreated in Second Life, they can simply fly up above it. Because Second Life is almost completely user-generated, professors can customize their classrooms and teaching materials to their liking. "The beauty of it is that teachers can construct their own teaching environments," Fox says. Just like all other land in Second Life, the two KU properties are islands. They will neighbor each other, and share the water with nearby Shakespeare Island,Virtual Africa, the University of Iowa's island and, yes, the University of North Carolina's island. Before Fox builds any structures on the islands, she will first go through a process called terraforming, in which she uses a Second Life program to manipulate the land and create the islands' landscapes. "I'm literally raising and lowering mountains, which is kind of fun," Fox says. Once the islands have been shaped, Fox will add the buildings and other structures. These, like all objects in Second Life, will be created from basic geometric shapes called prims. Fox can manipulate the shape, texture and color of the prims to make them more useful for building the structures. Though the Department of Art and the Spencer Museum of Art properties are being built by the same person, the idea to use Second Life came to the two groups separately. Robert Hickerson, technology manager at the Spencer, says the museum's interest in using the Internet for social networking sparked three years ago after posting a video of a Spencer art exhibit opening on YouTube. From there, museum employees began to think about potential audiences they could reach through the Internet. Hickerson says the museum experimented with Facebook and MySpace before deciding that Second Life was the best option for the museum.He says that although the museum has about 100,000 visitors every year.it could potentially reach millions of people through the Internet. "We want to deliver our content where our audience is playing, and that playground is YouTube and Second Life," Hickerson says. Carolyn Chinn Lewis, assistant director of the Spencer, says the island gives the museum an opportunity to reach out to younger audiences who, because of the growing prevalence of things like video games and the Internet, have become more visual learners. Lewis says the project fits with the museum's commitment to innovation and questioning established thought. "That's what the Spencer is all about. We don't just put pretty pictures on the wall. It's about thinking in different ways." Lewis says. The museum applied for a grant to pick up the $1,500 price tag for the 16-acre island of virtual property in August 2007, and was approved for the grant in August 2008. The Spencer Second Life island will launch with the museum's exhibit "Climate Change at the Poles" on Jan. 24. The works from the exhibit will be recreated and available to view on the Second Life island. In addition to the works, part of the island will be made to resemble the South Pole. Visitors will be able to ride around the area on a snow mobile, as well as learn more about the changes occurring in the poles from information provided by KU's Center for Remote Sensing of Ice Sheets (CReSIS), which conducts research on the South Pole. The Spencer island will not hold one giant building like its real-life counterpart. Instead, the island will contain multiple interactive exhibits. In addition to the gallery space and the South Pole area, the island will have a public "sandbox," where people can create their own art. Like the Spencer island, the art department's island will contain multiple exhibits instead of one large building. The island will hold a welcome center, a gallery for student and faculty work, studios where faculty can work with students and a performance space for music and dance.Also, floating above the island will be a space that showcases works of art that are known throughout the Midwest. Dawn Marie Guernsey, professor and chair of the department of art, says the first thing to be showcased above the island will be the Lucas, Kan., Garden of Eden, which is famous for its concrete sculptures. The department of art will also be using Second Life in future courses. It will offer one class in the spring, titled "Build Your World," which will be taught by Fox. Students will spend class time in a blank section of the department of art island called "The World," and will have to build structures there. Fox says the class will meet in person only once—when students create their avatars—and the rest of the course will be solely taught through Second Life. Guernsey says that the Department of Art will also be holding Second Life workshops during the spring semester, and eventually more courses will be developed to use Second Life. The workshops will help students become more comfortable with using Second Life, which will be a big help to less tech-savvy students. Seattle freshman Daniel Held, who is helping Fox build the KU islands, says not everyone will immediately be a Second Life pro. "If you've never played a video game, it could be a little overwhelming. But once you spend a few hours and get all the commands down, it's easy." Held says. One of the biggest perks of the Second Life classroom, Guernsey says, is that the department of art can easily arrange for famous artists from all over the world to hold guest lectures there. Also, instead of sending students to different areas of the country to see art, the department of art can now instruct students to see the art's representation in Second Life, allowing students to see more art without the expense of travel. Fox is already laying the groundwork for KU to use the Second Life islands as an international communication tool. Earlier this semester, Joff Chafer, senior lecturer in the theater at Coventry University in Coventry, England, visited Lawrence to share ideas with Fox about possible collaborations between the two universities.The two expect to work together on future projects, such as having KU students build online sets for Coventry theater students. "Right now, my students are working with two or three students in the room with them. Next year, I want them to work with two or three people who are not in the room with them," Chafer says. Universities worldwide have had success using Second Life as an educational tool. Ohio University launched its Second Life island in December 2006. Now, about 10 courses use Second Life as part of the curriculum, and the university holds orientations every Friday to try to get more students on on the piece from visiting artists as well as Ohio students. Lovett also created a movie theater on the island where visitors can gather to watch streaming YouTube videos. the island. Christopher Keesey, project manager for Ohio University Without Boundaries, which oversees the island, says the island designers tried to make the island's uses as broad as possible so multiple areas of the university could use it. Keesey says the engineering, fine arts, communications and education departments all use the island. Jeff Loveett, a graduate student in art at Ohio University, has taken full advantage of the opportunities Second Life has presented. Last year, Lovett took pictures of one of his real-life works and recreated the piece in the arts and music building on Ohio's Second Life island. Lovett now gets feedback Having used Second Life for about five years, Lovett views it as a useful tool for communicating abstract ideas to someone who is far away. He gives the example of a seminar on brain mapping that he recently attended in Second Life. While discussing the difficult subject matter, the presenter was able to display a 3-D model of a human brain so that the audience members could see exactly what they were learning about. With Second Life still being relatively new for colleges and universities, KU has the opportunity to be a national leader in the innovative use of this technology. In August, three KU representatives, Fox, journalism lecturer Simran Sethi and Provost Richard Lariviere, led a panel on the uses of social networking tools such as Second Life at a meeting of the chief academic officers of the National Association of State Universities and Land-Grant Colleges, which includes most public universities. Lariviere, who has his own avatar and occasionally explores Second Life to see how other educational institutions are using it, says the main goal of the presentation was to show other institutions what opportunities are available. "I think Second Life has great potential, but I don't think it's been realized yet by the higher education community." Lariviere says. (Top) Stacey Fox's avatar, along with the avatars of two staff members from the Spencer Museum of Art, explore the landscapes of Second Life. (Above) The Spencer Museum of Art as it exists in Second Life. November 13,2008 11 深受大众欢迎的家居用品 NOTICE WESCOEWIT Guy: (on phone) Do you want to get some six packs, smoke some hookah and watch Iron Man? Girl: If I ever hear you talk about the state of New Jersey again, I'm going to kick your ass. Girl 1: Can I have a sip of your Coke? Girl 2: No! I don't want lice. Girl 1: So last night my roommate created a fake MySpace so she could stalk her ex. Girl 2: Yeah, I've done that before. It never works out. Girl: What were you for Halloween? Guy: I went as the surge. Girl: What? Guy: The troop surge. I just acted like a failure all night. **Guy 1:** I swear, if I hear one more person talk about Obama today, I'm going to lose it. **Guy 2:** Obama. Guy: What! This guy has a MySpace? Are you allowed to have MySpace if you're in jail? Guy I: (looking at older man) This guy is such a creeper. Guy 2: Brace yourself. That's what you'll look like in 75 years. Guy i: I'm fairly confident I'll be dead by then. Guy I: Have you tried that new energy water? Guy 2: Hell no, man. I don't even put ice in my water. I am all-natural man. Guy 1: When they announce who won the election, there shouldn't be any punching matches. Guy 2: Who would punch matches? **Guy 1:** I couldn't even get my mouth around the burrito. Someone had to cut it up into little pieces for me. **Guy 2:** Oh man, that's depressing. Girl: Have you watched any of the new American Gladiators? Guy: Not really. 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These unconventional alarm clocks can help you get out of your snooze-button-slapping routine. Clocky Clocky is forgiving. It lets you snooze once. But try hitting that button again, and this wheeled alarm clock races off your nightstand and turns in random directions around your room, all the while making loud R2-D2-like noises. Guari Nanda, Clocky inventor and founder of Nanda Home Inc., which sells the alarm clock, came up with the idea when she was a graduate student at MIT and had trouble getting out of bed in the morning. Clocky costs $50 and comes in a variety of colors. For more information, visit www.nandahome.com. Flying Alarm Clock When it's time for you to wake up, the Flying Alarm Clock shoots a plastic propeller into the air. The only way to turn off the alarm is to sift through your piles of dirty clothes on the floor, find the propeller and return it to the top of the clock. The Flying Alarm Clock can be found at www.thinkgeek.com for $25. Puzzle Alarm Clock Though using your brain is probably the last thing you want to do upon just waking up, this alarm clock gives you no choice. When the alarm sounds, the clock launches four puzzle pieces into the air. To stop the alarm, you must find all the pieces and put them back in their places atop the clock. The Puzzle Alarm Clock is available at www.bimbambanana.com, and costs about $140. —Sean Rosner 01:11 3:14 10:45 Hair may not look this cute on you... Dermatology Center of laurence Women Face, bikini underarms, legs Lee R. Bittenbender, M.D. Men Neck,back chest 10% Student discount 12 Call for a FREE consultation on Laser Hair Removal 930 Iowa St. • 842-7001 November 13,2008 NOTICE Question Answer with Kristie Stremel musician and activist With a music career spanning 14 years, Kristie Stremel has seen many sides of the music industry. Starting out in the alternative rock band Frogpond, she released two major label albums and played shows with the likes of Everclear. When Frogpond disbanded in 2000, Kristie started playing with a new band called Exit 159, named for the I-70 off-ramp to her hometown of Hays, Kan. Kristie has spent the past eight years as a solo musician, and she has also become a prominent activist for gay rights. Her most recent endeavor is continuing her education as a student at the University of Kansas. Q: How would you describe your music? Contributed photo A: One of the best quotes I ever read about what my music sounds like is, "If Joan Jett and Tom Petty had a love child." That always made me pretty happy. Q: What exciting things are happening in your life right now? A:We're going to be doing two Exit 159 reunion shows. One in Kansas City on Feb.20, and one here in Lawrence on Feb.21.I'm also focused on breast cancer right now.My friend,Abigail from the Gaslights, was recently diagnosed and that really hit home.In our little community,a lot of musicians don't have health insurance,so I'm working with some foundations to see how I can help.I'm trying to be less of a taker and be more of a giver. KRISTIE STREMEL Q: You went back to school recently. How's that going? A:Yeah, I decided in 2005 that I was going to get a formal education. So I did two years at community college in Kansas City, and then I enrolled this semester at KU. It's going great. Once I started taking classes and learning, I couldn't stop. I just want to know more and more. Q: What kind of classes are you taking? Q: How does it feel to come back to school as a non-traditional student? A: Mainly art. I'm working on a visual art education degree. I'm thinking about being an art teacher, which I thought would work out great with being a musician. I could teach and then take the summers off to go tour. If I have to have a "real job," it seems like a good schedule to have. Kansas native Kristie Stremel has toured the country as a musician, but is now back on home turf as a student at KU. A: I'm glad I did it this way. I'm glad I spent 10 years on the road and played shows and did whatever I wanted to do. Now I'm just so much more focussed and interested in the classes. I'm the nerd. I'm the old lady raising her hand in class. Q: Has Lawrence been welcoming so far? A: Of all the places to live in Kansas, this is the best place. It's just so chill. Everyone is relaxed and you can be yourself. Lawrence is the only city in Kansas that has a domestic partnership benefit, and that just shows the progressiveness and equality that Lawrence is trying to show. That's kind of a new thing, and given what's happening in California right now, that's pretty impressive for Kansas. Although it has no legally-binding qualities, it's still a major step in the right direction. A: To see Obama be elected the first African-American president, I was so joyful and tearful and thought it was such progress—only to see the gay rights movement take such a huge step backwards the very next day. It was so conflicting for me. I just couldn't understand it. I have a lot of friends out in California, a lot of actors and musicians, and they're all just flabbergasted that this could even happen. It's a mess out in California. People are protesting like crazy. All these couples have gotten married, and they're wondering what it means for them. They've had their rights taken away. A:This is what really sucks for me! I pay equal taxes, but don't get equal rights. That's what it really boils down to. If something should happen to somebody's partner, they just don't have the law on their side. They don't have any legal rights. In that respect, Lawrence has made tremendous progress for trying to take steps in the right direction. Q: What do you think about California's recent constitutional amendment to ban gay marriage? Q: How did that make you feel? Q: How old were you when you came out? A: I was 19. It was 1994, and I joined Froggond in 1995. Q: Was it difficult being from Hays, Kan.? A: Definitely. But you know, I've found out that there are a lot of gay people in those small towns. I mean there are probably 10 from my small class in Hays that are gay or lesbian. Q: What made you become more involved in the gay rights movement? A: I just had to do something. For a long time, I stood on the sidelines. I wanted equal rights, but didn't do anything to help the cause. But for the past three years, I've really gotten tired of reading that someone was murdered for being gay, tired about hearing that kids are committing suicide because they can't deal with it, tired that partners are dying and not getting any compensation because they weren't allowed to get married. I'm tired of it. We all pay equal taxes, but we're second-class citizens as far as I'm concerned until we start getting those rights. It's just about being fair. Q: What can other people do to get involved? A: I've recently joined the Kansas Equality Coalition, and they're a great group that's on the lookout for everybody, working for equality for everyone. —Matt Bechtold TOP of the HILL TOP HILL 2007 Voted Best Pool Hall Tonight $ 2 Imports $ 3 Jager Bombs $ 3 Guinness $1 WELLS (Every Saturday) GAME DAYS 10 ft. HD TV POKER Sun & Wed Cash Prizes FREE POOL Sun-Thurs (after midnight) 925 Iowa (Behind the Mere) 785.749.5039 Pool Room Pool Room BIG BURRITO Open late • We deliver! 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MONDAY'S MILLIONAIRES November 13,2008 --- 13 HEALTH The Rules of "Rec-tiquette" Exercise your body and your best behavior while working out By Asher Fusco afusco@kansan.com Grunts fly as someone tries to bench press a few pounds too many. Across the room sits a treadmill streaked with sweat. Weights clank, falling to the floor just inches away from flip-flop-clad feet. Welcome to the Student Recreation Fitness Center: a communal, oft-crowded place where expected practices of etiquette and safety sometimes seem nonexistent. But exercising "rec-tiquette" isn't merely a matter of looking cool. It can help you and the people around you avoid injury and illness. Practice proper form A common belief is that the ladies love a heavy lifter. But grunting your way through sets with too much weight can lead to poor form and potential injury. Cardio/resistance training (CRT) specialist and personal trainer Whitney Samuelson says she often sees students using excessive weight on the bench press or squat machines without properly warming up."A lot of people use a lot of weight to convince themselves—or others—they're stronger than they really are," the Moscow, Kan., senior says."I've seen bench press bars fall on people's chests because their arms weren't as strong as they thought." I'M GOING TO BE A BOSS! The squat rack lends itself to adventurous and potentially hazardous lifts. Squatting is one of the easiest exercises to perform incorrectly. "What bothers me is seeing people use horrible form," says Scott Buess, Wichita senior. "I've seen people do some crazy stuff trying to leg squat." There's a simple solution to weight room confusion, and you don't have to enroll in Weightlifting 101 to discover it. Just ask a CRT specialist (usually wearing a blue T-shirt) for help, and they'll offer suggestions on form or lend a hand."We feel like we're an underutilized resource," says CRT specialist Eric Jameson."Helping people out is really why we're here." Avoid gym germs If the simple fact that sweat is gross doesn't offer incentive enough to disinfect fitness equipment before and after use, consider some sickening stats: About 30,000 students and faculty are eligible to use the Student Recreation Fitness Center. There are roughly 100 workout machines at the facility. Yep, you're potentially sharing that treadmill with approximately 300 people. Photo Illustration by Ryan McGeeney SRFC employees do their part to wipe down machines on a regular basis, but they often can't keep up with the constant traffic of exercisers. In a perfect world, each person would clean their elliptical or bike after their workout. But Samuelson says it's hard for the staff to keep up with the vast number of people coming and going from the gym. That means cleaning each machine before and after your workout is a good Even if your workout playlist is smashin' and worthy of some karaoke, it's rude to give the entire Recreation Center a concert. Wisen up your workout - If the Student Recreation Fitness Center always seems a bit too busy, ditch the standard post-work workout. According to cardio/resistance training specialist Eric Jameson the best time to find an open machine is the morning The building opens at 5:30 a.m and doesn't start filling up until 10 a.m. most weekdays Jameson also suggests hitting the gym on the weekends, when the facility is nearly deserted. If the SRFC isn't your style, there are alternatives. Lawrence Athletic Club provides cardio and weights at two locations, and Body Boutique offers fitness facilities expressly for women. - Get a head start on your New Year's resolution by exercising before the spring semester starts. Jameson says the rec doesn't receive much traffic between Thanksgiving Break and Winter Break, especially the week or two leading up to final exams. - You don't need to sign up or pay for personal training to learn how to use the equipment at the rec. Free cardiovascular/ resistance training orientations are available to anyone with a valid KU ID. Orientations include demonstrations of up to 12 strength training machines and a basic overview of cardio equipment The orientation guide won't help you design a workout plan or supervise your entire workout, but... - KU Recreation Services offers full personal training services to help teach proper exercise form, set fitness goals and design workout programs Students can sign up for one of 40 free hour-long sessions each week (first come first serve). If those slots are full, each session costs $15. - For $75 students can sign up for KU Fit group fitness classes for the rest of the semester. Class options range from advanced (Power Yoga) to intermediate (Cardio X-Train) to beginner (Step N' Strength). KU Fit offers more than 40 classes per week and holds at least three sessions each day of the week. 14 November 13,2008 HEALTH KANSAS BASKETBALL **INSTRUCTION By Kryd McCeeleen** Wearing jewelry and open-toe shoes at the gym could be dangerous, and wearing revealing clothing could earn you some unwanted attention. Photo illustration by Ryan McGeenev rule of thumb. "The user has a personal responsibility to wipe down the machines," says KU Student Health Services nursing supervisor Patty Quinlan. "You should never assume that the person before you disinfected the machine." It's no wonder gyms act as a conduit for germs, as Quinlan says the cold winter months cause everyone to bring their workouts inside, "keeping colonies of bacteria closer together." The easy fix is to disinfect every machine. Quinlan says people should also cover up even the smallest wounds or skin conditions before using communal exercise equipment. 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He's the other team's sweat-streaked secret weapon, glistening from his soaked hair to his saturated shorts. Needless to say, your well-lubricated layup flies wide right. Shirtlessness, maximum effort and full contact are three hallmarks of pickup basketball. This combination ultimately leads to quite a bit of skin slapping and sweat swapping. In addition to the creepy feeling of sliding your hand across someone else's slimy skin, sweat is gross for a couple more reasons. Sweat carries bacteria. Lathering yourself up in someone else's sweat is akin to coming in contact with their saliva, and it's an easy way to pick up whatever germs they're carrying. "Bacteria thrive in a warm, moist environment," says Student Health Services nursing supervisor Patty Quinlan. "When we exercise, we're trying to create this environment and we're trying to sweat." Also, sweat smells. Everybody's TREVOR BLAIR NATIONAL CHAMPION Not all surfaces have the same number of bacteria, Maczulak says. Knowing your environment and using common sense will tell you whether it's okay to use the five-second—or any second—rule. If you live by yourself and clean regularly, it's probably okay to eat something off the kitchen floor. But if you drop a brownie on the bus, it doesn't take a genius to know you shouldn't put it in your mouth. Maczulak says exposed surfaces that are sweat reeks in a different way and to a varying degree, but it all smells because of bacteria. According to the British Journal of Dermatology, arm and groin sweat is often the most pungent because it carries protein. When the bacteria associated with sweat go to work breaking down this protein, it creates fatty acids, which in turn create an acid odor. Whether it's one of your favorite chips or that cookie you'd been eyeing all day, you've probably dropped food on the ground, picked it up and scarfed it down citing the five-second rule. For some it's the two- or three-second rule, but whether that cookie touches the floor for one second or for 15 minutes, the effect is still the same. the five-second rule Anne Maczulak, microbiologist and author of The Five-Second Rule and Other Myths About Germs, says the five-second rule is totally untrue. Once food has touched the floor, the damage is done. Bacteria attaches to it immediately. A piece of food that touches the ground for only half a second will pick up bacteria and other germs. —Asher Fusco touched repeatedly, such as any public floor, carry a higher number of germs and bacteria. Even if you do eat that brownie off the bus floor, the chances of getting sick are still slim. Maczulak says that in order to get sick, you would have to be exposed to a high dose of pathogens—bacteria that cause illness—and dropping food on the floor for a few seconds won't deliver that. In fact, it could even be good for you. Exposing your immune system to small doses of germs can help make it stronger. Maczulak says. So, if you're daring, go ahead and eat that bite that escaped. It's not so bad. —Susan Melgren 16 November 13,2008 II REVIEWS MOVIE: Rachel Getting Married In 2001, director Wes Anderson made us want to be Tenenbaums. Seven years later, director Jonathan Demme introduces us to an equally charming and dysfunctional family: the Buckmans. Although the family in Rachel Getting Married has several closets jam-packed with skeletons, the dynamic surrounding them and all the other characters who come into contact with them is warm, fun and inviting. Our introduction to the Buckmans is Kym (Anne Hathaway), the black sheep daughter who's spent several years in and out of rehab, and who has been released to take part in the wedding of her sister, the titular Rachel (Rosemarie DeWitt). Through the troubled, attention-seeking Kym we meet her father (the touching and hilarious Bill Irwin), her step-mother, (Anna Deavere Smith) and Kym and Rachel's enigmatic mother (Debra Winger). Hathaway has received well-deserved attention for her performance as Kym, but the film belongs just as much to the rest of the cast, all of whom give unbelievably real performances. What makes Rachel Getting Married so good is that none of the actors seems to be acting. Everything is so rooted in the moment that you feel you're actually JAMES NORRIS JACKSON KAYTE BILL FRIENDS MICHAEL WOODMAN MARA CACCINETE PETER ROSENBERG RACHEL GETTING MARRIED A JONATHAN TOMMY PICTURE THE FILM IS BY JONATHAN TOMMY PICTURE IN AUTOGRAPH EDITION UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA STUDIO 420 S. 15TH ST. NEW YORK, NY 10036 www.jonathantommy.com Rachel Getting Married is one of the most enjoyable experiences to be had this year. It looks like Royal Tenenbaum and his brood will have to take a step to the side and make room for Kym Buckman and her totally cool and somewhat troubled family. part of the wedding. By the end, it's as though everyone's been at the ceremony, witnessing the high and low moments. ★★★★ —Abby Olcese MOVIE: Changeling Clint Eastwood is an icon. There are few people alive who are as effortlessly cool as he is. Aside from the legendary Western work he did in the '60s, Eastwood has defined himself as one of the world's preeminent filmmakers. His films are laconic, slightly old-fashioned and engaging. In recent years, Eastwood's name has been a stamp of quality.Unfortunately,Changeling ends that streak. A 1920's period piece with equal parts crime mystery and family drama, the story seems well suited for Eastwood. Angelina Jolie portrays Christine Collins, whose nine-year-old boy, Walter, goes missing.The LAPD, facing accusations of corruption, violence and intimidation, is in serious need of good publicity, and Walter is replaced with another young lad found by the police force. Christine is obviously not fooled.She finds a friend and opposition to LA's "finest" in Rev. Gustav Briegleb (John Malkovich). The story forks here into the maelstrom Christine is thrown and the mystery surrounding the disappearance of her son. Coming out of Cannes—Changeling had been tipped as a leading contender for the festival's highest award—early word was highly favorable. Unfortunately, this is not the case.The movie is hampered by its slow pace. Eastwood normally finds fertile THE ANGELINA JOLI JOHN MALKOVICH CHANGELING THIS HAS BEEN THE STORY OF A LIFE ground with a deliberately measured tempo, but without using it to explore moments of contemplation or emotional depth, the story falls into melodrama. Jolie is not a great actress, which would be acceptable if she had supplemental attributes—charisma, dynamism, eccentricities—aside from her ungodyly sexy appearance. But she does not. The best scenes are between Jolie and the perfectly cast Malkovich as the confrontational spirit of truth, easily stealing every scene. Nobody else could deliver lines with such irritation and precision. ★★★★ —Darron Carswell Dollar Shots. 30 cent Wings Every Thursday. Try the NEW Shmo Burger We Have... Nice Restrooms Five Dollar Burger Basket. Five Dollar Pitchers. Every Wednesday Jo Shmo's www.burgersbeerbocce.com Taking a seat and playing football. 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Regardless of the new direction Grainger's music has taken, his solo album is no stranger to danceable fun packed with tons of energy and lively beats. The album begins with "Love Can Be So Mean," on which Grainger's vocals and accompanying music resemble that of Spoon, but with a rougher, more forceful feel. Grainger pulls from more eclectic influences, as well, as with, "Renegade Silence," which gives a nod to Prince's falsetto tones and funky sounds. The fun continues with "I Hate All My Friends," which is a catchy, agreeable track, no matter how pretentious-hating all of his friends might make Grainger seem. However, "Niagra," a loud, angry track, is almost a bit too rough, and sticks out like a sore thumb among the more piano-infused, reflective tunes like "Love Is Not a Contest." Even so, Grainger's use Sebastien Granger & The Mountains of melody infused with heavy rhythms makes for likeable rock n' roll that makes it easy to sing or dance along to. With a sound that is sometimes rough around the edges and other times as poppy and dance-friendly as anything he's done in the past, Grainger's new endeavors are certainly different than before, but no less enjoyable. Grainger delivers an enjoyable sound for his listeners throughout most of the album, despite his separation from the music he's been known for in the past. ★★★ —Amanda Sorell GOOD LUCK AGAINST TEXAS! LET US TACKLE YOUR LEGAL ISSUES GOOD LUCK AGAINST TEXAS! LSS LEGAL SERVICES FOR STUDENTS STUDENT FOR THE SENATE Contributing to Student Success 18 November 13.2008 SPEAK Putting on the brakes I will not use my personal information or make any discriminatory comments. If you are interested in the services offered by us, please contact us directly. We would be happy to assist you. Lessons I had to learn the hard way Photo illustration by Ryan McGeeney **Image illustration by Kryan McGeeney** Reallie's driving experiences haven't been very positive, but a history of fender-benders has taught her to make a few life changes for the future. By Reile Roth rroth@kansan.com I didn't blame my dad when he told me he couldn't wait to get me off the family tit. His car insurance company labeled me a "high risk" driver. He paid for at least five of my speeding tickets and moving violations, not to mention a diversion for each. Right now I'm on my third vehicle, and it has been wrecked and repaired twice already. It's safe to say that I am a horrible driver. My poor driving record began when I wrecked my first car just three months after getting the keys. I had just picked up my little sister, Raven, from second grade, and I was on my way to basketball practice at the community center. As I neared an intersection I saw my best friend, Amie, driving her old Caddy. We were waving to each other, and neither one of us was paying much attention to the decreasing distance between my front bumper and the rear panel of her car. The next thing I knew, the air bags had deployed, the car horn was stuck and Raven was in tears. I knew to call my mom first, because my dad was going to be pissed. I was stuck without any wheels for the next three months. Not only was my car totaled, but my best friend's car was totaled, too. My punishment was trying to find rides to school and practice. As if that wasn't humiliating enough, a few months later my dad brought home a deerskin beige 1985 Chevy Silverado for me to drive. I thought my life was over. Iwas cruisingthe"gut"inmyhormetown—around Sonic, down Broadway, around the pool, up Broadway—in my "new" truck with Nelly's "Country Grammar" blasting. I was going around Sonic and waving to my tall, dark and handsome neighbor when—BAM—I smashed into the back of a brand new black truck. My most dangerous wreck happened in my hometown a couple summers ago. It was raining and I was supposed to be lifeguarding at the local pool, but we closed early because the forecast predicted a storm to roll in. I was excited to be off work early, and I headed straight to my boyfriend's house. I was at the corner near his house and was following behind a semitruck dangerously close. I was making a left turn and then—SMACK—an old man had bashed into the passenger side of my car. I hadn't even taken the time to make sure the coast was clear before crossing the left lanes. He could have been seriously hurt if he had been a motorcyclist, or I could have been seriously hurt if he had been a big semi that plowed into me at 40 mph. Luckily, we were both okay. I felt terrible because I later found out the man was my neighbor's grandpa. This time my dad was so mad that he hauled off and kicked my already smashed in door at the scene of the accident. He punished me by making me get up at 6 a.m. every day for the rest of that summer to paint the exterior of my grandparents' house before I taught swim lessons and lifeguarded until 8 p.m. I never saw a dime from my grandparents though, because it all went to paying that $1,000 deductible. I just turned 23, which means I need to start thinking and start paying—literally—for my mistakes. Soon I will be paying for my own car insurance, tags and registration and regular maintenance. When I got into the wreck at Sonic, my brother was with me and asked, "What were you thinking?" But that's the thing: Every single time I have wrecked, I wasn't thinking about my driving. I was thinking about getting to Copy Co. before it closed or hey, what a good-looking guy! Because I'm getting closer to graduating and being on my own, I have started acting like it. 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ACCUSER DROPS LAWSUIT AGAINST SHERRON COLLINS In the agreement, Collins must drop his defamation lawsuit | SPORTS 18 1968 7 23 0001 JAYHAWKS TO FACE NO.3 LONGHORNS IN LAWRENCE The matchup will be the last home game for the team's seniors. | GAMEDAY 6B THE STUDENT VOICE SINCE 1904 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN 15 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14,2008 WWW.KANSAN.COM VOLUME 120 ISSUE 62 FETCHING FUNDS Pet shelter stays hopeful Charles Ise Memorial Animal Shelter 1805 E 19th St. Shaymarie Genoskv/KANSAN The Lawrence Humane Society, 1805 E. 19th Street, could win a $25,000 grant to supply amilis with food and better care. People can vote for their favorite humane society every day on the Animal Rescue Site through 14. BY JESSE TRIMBLE itrimble@kansan.com The Lawrence Humane Society needs money and now an opportunity is available. The Animal Rescue Site is offering a grand prize of $25,000 to the humane society that is voted the best on its Web site. Voting began at the beginning of this month and ends Dec. 14. Participants can visit the site every day and type in which humane society they think is the best. Midge Grinstead, Lawrence Humane Society executive director, said the money could be put to good use, especially at this time. "We are going to be out of money by the end of this month," she said. "I don't know what we're going to do. We'll have to try and get through it." Grinstead said money was always needed because it was a nonprofit organization and the budget had been cut for the last two years. "It's a 25,000 square-foot facility," Grinstead said. "Our bills have always been high, but they've doubled this year compared to last year." Jackie Bunnell, president of the Lawrence Humane Society Board of Directors, said the humane society was always struggling to make ends meet. A lot of money goes to water bills, not only to provide the 650 animals currently there with water, but also for cleaning several times a day, everyday. "The shelter gets only minimal support from the county and must constantly look for ways to cut costs, in a time when costs keep going up," she said. Bunnell said employees at the humane society went far to cut costs. "We go to the extent of heating the shelter only to a temperature that will ensure the health of the pets. The staff often wear coats and gloves inside the shelter, rather than turn up the heat." She said if the Lawrence Humane Society won the money, it would go to paying off the loan it had to take out to make statementd repairs to the old building. Aside from the money for the shelter, Bunnell said it was important to adopt pets. She has four pets — two dogs, Oscar and Asha, and two cats named Calvin and Hobbs. Becca Sparling, Burnsville, Minn Senior, has volunteered at the humane society for one year and adopted her first pet from there two weeks ago. Sparling said she had visited the humane society every Friday for a month in her search for a dog. She found, Tucker, a two-year-old terrier mix after he became available for adoption. "If it weren't for the humane society, I wouldn't have been able to have adopted my best friend," Sparling said. "That's why raising money for the humane society is a must." She said volunteering and applying for a pet at the humane society is a simple process. "Raising money is just as important," Sparling said. She also said students spending time with the animals also helped student morals. Grinstead said as long as students don't lie on their applications for adopting a pet, it's easy. "We encourage students to come and volunteer, too," she said. "We are very fortunate to have the University here to help support us." Edited by Brieun Scott Shaymarie Genosky/KANSAN A puppy named Savanna stands up in her cage at The Lawrence Humane Society. Lawrence Humane Society executive director Midge Grinstead said the center could use the money because it may run out of operational funds at the end of the month. ENVIRONMENT University awards 'green' employees and students BY SACHIKO MIYAKAWA smiyakawa@kansan.com Senior Music Educator of the Year Senior Music Educator of the Year Senior Music Educator of the Year Taking a green initiative has paid off some at the University of Kansas. This year's Sustainability Leadership Awards recognized people who were involved in a variety of places on campus. From left, Stephen Goddard, senior curator of Spencer Museum, Anna Hoard, Topeka senior, and Sara Vancil, assistant director of the Office of Student Financial Aid, display their Sustainability Leadership Award certificates. The Center for Sustainability sponsored the awards which were given to those who displayed environmentally friendly Anna Hoard lobbied Sen. Sam Brownback (R-Kan.) and Sen. Pat Roberts (R-Kan.) to reform the farm bill in Washington D.C. last year. Hoard, along with Oxfam America members, appealed to the senators to make the bill friendlier for sustainable farming and to reduce overproduction. Hoard, Topeka senior, was among KU recipients of the second annual Sustainability Leadership Awards on Tuesday, Steve Goddard, senior curator of Spencer Museum, Sara Vancil, assistant director of the Office of Student Financial Aid, members of the KU Dining Services staff and the Student Rain Garden project were other winners of the award, sponsored by the KU Center for Sustainability. Jeff Severin, director of the Center for Sustainability, said that he had worked with many groups and individuals who promoted sustainability on campus since the center opened in 2007. Hoard has been involved in several groups on campus, including KU Students for Fair Trade. She and other students started an Oxfam America chapter at the University this year. The group, which advocates famine relief, held a hunger banquet in October. Steve Goddard, senior curator of Spencer Museum and professor of art history, said childhood memories from Altadena, Calif., inspired his sustainability work on campus. "Starting when I was about 8 years old, I witnessed people living in a sustainable life style," said Goddard, who received the faculty award. As a curator for the museum, he will organize three environmentally themed exhibitions next semester featuring artists, scientists and sociologists. He said one of the exhibitions, "Trees & Other Ramifications", explored,the relationship between trees and people. "I hope these exhibitions will encourage us to reflect a bit about our actual situation on the planet in a very literal sense," Goddard said. He also promotes recycling in the museum and will install a bike rack for students and its visitors. Sara Vencil, assistant director of the Office of Student Financial Aid, showed sustainability leadership by making her office more green. "Any change, even a little one that someone is willing to make, will make a difference," said Vencil, who received the staff award. Vencil started by adding recycling bins at the office, which allowed staff to recycle a variety of materials. One of her biggest achievements was a "Green Day," which she organized in May to raise awareness of sustainability in her office. On that day, she encouraged all staff in the office to carpool or walk, not to print appointment schedules and to turn off lights whenever the staff left the office. "My main piece of advice for anyone wanting to get more involved in recycling or energy conservation or in starting a program in their own home or workspace is to just start small." Vencil said. HEALTH KU Dining addresses students' allergies BY JOE PREINER jpreiner@kansan.com Minutes after taking a bite of her dinner at Mrs. E's dining hall, Heather Himmelwright knew something was wrong. Her face turned red and she could barely breathe. The peanuts in her food had caused a severe allergic reaction. She knew if she didn't get to a hospital fast, she could die. Himmelwright, Pratt freshman, is one of only two or three KU students who suffer from anaphylaxis, or severe allergic reactions on campus each year. The National Institutes of Health said food allergies were among the most common allergies in the country. The severity of allergies differs from person to person, but each can become severe. Himmelwright said she was thankful her friends had acted quickly, driving her to Lawrence Memorial Hospital as soon as they realized what was happening. While in the car, Himmelwright had to give herself a shot of epinephrine, or manufactured adrenaline. Patty Quinlan, nurse supervisor for Watkins Memorial Health Services, said the epinephrine helped open airways, allowing people to breathe easier. Sheryl Lykidwell, assistant director for KU Dining Services, said food allergies were something Dining Services took seriously. Kidwell said Dining Services worked to address allergy issues with freshman students each year during orientation. Kidwell said in addition to one-on-one meetings with the dining hall managers, students with food allergies were also made aware of the signs in residential dining halls that noted the allergens contained in each meal. "We take it very seriously every year," Kidwell said, "This is a rare case." The NIH Web site said allergic reactions, though rare, could occur at any time It also said people were more susceptible to severe reactions if they had a history of previous allergies, but that reactions could happen to anyone. Himmelwright has known of her allergy, which last occurred when she was 11 years old, since childhood. Himmelwright said she had eaten the dish that caused the reaction at Mrs. E's before without incident. She said she assumed the food was the same, and failed to notice the peanuts sitting on top of the dish. Himmelwright said she didn't remember seeing an "N" denoting nuts on the ingredient sign. "I will just have to keep a better lookout for signs and information," Himmelwright said. Kidwell said along with posted signs in the dining halls, students with food allergies were also given copies of the menu, complete with ingredient information. She said open communication between students and Dining Services staff was important to avoid incidents like Himmelwright's. She said students could also use Dining Services' new Nutritension program online to avoid problem foods. Himmelwright said she had made a habit of only bringing epinephrine with her every few days since arriving on campus. Himmelwright, who finished her medication for the reaction last weekend, said she would be more cautious in future trips to the dining hall. "Luckily I had that with me," Himmelwright said. "I'll never leave it at home again." Edited by Kelsey Hayes index Classifieds. ...3B Opinion...7A Crossword. ...6A Sports...1B Horoscopes. ...6A Sudoku...6A All contents, unless stated otherwise, © 2008 The University Daily Kansan DOW JONES INDUSTRIALS REBOUNDS BY 553 POINTS Investors give stocks a boost by deciding to jump back into market to take advantage of cheap stocks. 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Wall Street launched a massive rebound Thursday, muscing the Dow Jones industrial average up nearly 553 points after driving it down near its lows for the year, as investors decided they did not want to miss out on cheap stocks. 6 3493 ASSOCIATED PRESS ASSOCIATED PRESS ASSOCIATE PRESIDENT A supporter of Nicaragua's ruling Sandinista National Liberation Front party, fires a homemade mortar during a protest against the election council in Managua Thursday. Nicaragua's election council has agreed to allow a review of the capital's mayoral election results after opponents of leftist President Daniel Ortega cried fraud. Dow Jones rebounds, gaining 553 ECONOMY ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK — Wall Street launched a massive rebound Thursday, muscled the Dow Jones industrial average up nearly 553 points after driving it down near its lows for the year, as investors decided they did not want to miss out on cheap stocks. After three days of selling that wiped out about $1 trillion in shareholder value, many investors, though nervous about the economy, appeared convinced the market had priced in enough bad news. So when the Standard & Poor's 500 index managed to recover from multiyear trading lows, investors swarmed back in. It's "a herd mentality," said Ryan Larson, senior equity trader at Voyageur Asset Management. "We started going higher — and you don't want to be the last one on the boat." Some analysts also said investors were positioning themselves ahead of a meeting of Group of 20 leaders in Washington. The meeting could bring decisions on mending the troubled global financial system. expectations for full-year earnings, and Intel Corp. late Wednesday cut more than $1 billion from its sales forecast. There was "some anticipation that we'll hear some good news from that meeting," said Jack A. Ablin, chief investment officer at Harris Private Bank. Thursday's rally was "part hopeful, part technical. But certainly welcome." But then the S&P lifted above its Oct. 10 trading lows, and a Treasury auction of 30-year bonds got decent demand from both domestic and foreign buyers, said Arthur Hogan, chief market analyst at Jefferies & Co. The auction results alleviated some fears about the government having a hard time financing its costly bailout. As stocks rallied, so did oil prices, sending shares of energy companies higher. The bigger gainer among the 30 Dow companies was Chevron Corp., which rose $8.43, or 12.5 percent, to $75.71. big gainer was Exxon Mobil Corp. which climbed $6.48, or 9.4 percent, to $75.41; these two energy stocks represented one-fifth of the Dow's point gain Thursday. Stocks sold off early after the Labor Department said the number of newly laid-off individuals seeking unemployment benefits jumped last week to the highest level since right after the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. There was also more evidence of a severe pullback in consumer spending — a worsening trend that had pummed stocks earlier in the week. Wal-Mart Stores Inc. trimmed Many analysts had predicted the market would retest the multiyear lows it reached last month. They also still forecast volatility for some time to come, as Wall Street tries to rebuild from October's devastating losses and gauge the severity of the economy's downturn. During past recoveries from bear markets, a great deal of turbulence in the market became commonplace — so it's possible that Thursday's gains will get erased if more gloomy reports pour in. But Hogan called the market's resiliency a "great sign". According to preliminary calculations, the Dow rose 552.59, or 6.67 percent, to 8,835.25, after falling as low as 7,965.42. 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His house was filled with vibrant shades of orange- and magenta-dyed silk as 40 of his relatives and closest friends gathered for Diwali, the festival of lights. Loya's mother lit oil-burning lamps, which cast a soft glow on the faces of those in the room. The rich smell of spices and sugary sweets filled the home as his friends knelt to pray together and share what had happened in their lives since their last meeting. Diwali is a celebration of lights that is celebrated during the time of Diya, which is a widely celebrated East Indian festival. This year, Diwali fell on Oct. 28. But on Sunday, the KU Cultural India Club, a group for international Indian students at the University, will hold its sixth annual celebration of Diya. "Diwali is like Christmas," he said. "It's a fun thing for a family to get together." The event features native dances, music and fashions from various Indian states. After the dancing and singing, Korma Sutra, an Indian restaurant in Kansas City, Mo., will provide dinner, Loya, Maharashtra, India senior and cultural chair of the KU Cultural India Club, or KUCIC, said Diwali was the most important festival of the year. Families and friends gather for fellowship and to share their lives with one another during Diwali, which lasts one week. Loya said because India was such a large country, families prepared to travel and meet together for the holiday. "We are waiting for this time to happen," he said. "We look ahead to Diwali so we can all meet together and have fun, enjoy sweets and Indian food." The festival of lights earned the name "Diya" for the rows of small earthen lamps, or diyas, families light every day for the six days of Diwali. The lights symbolize the victory of good over evil. Amruta Bhadkamkar, Mumbai, India, junior and president of KUICIC, said other KU students would benefit from attending the event because it displayed Indian culture. "India is not Europe or Germany or Spain, which are pretty well known, but India has started coming up recently and becoming economically strong," Bhadakam said. She said Indian culture in Lawrence was visible and that most Indian students had a strong network of support from other Indian students, which helped many students with the transition to U.S. culture. She said the biggest challenges Indian students had to overcome included the language barrier, the difference in cuisine and the unpredictable Midwestern weather. "I don't think it's very difficult for Indians to adjust," she said. "If we do find it difficult, there are people who have been here for years and they know what to do and what not to do." Santosh Thakkar, Maharash, India graduate student, said the KUCIC festival of Diwali was open to people of all religions and cultures. He said the event would accommodate all nationalities and beliefs and celebrate commonalities between individuals. Loya said he enjoyed bringing his vibrant native culture to the U.S. while learning about American culture. He said he loved celebrating Halloween and other American traditions, but learning about new culture gave him a greater appreciation of his own. "America gives us the freedom that we can celebrate our own culture and have other festivals," he said. "We get to see more areas and ideologies in a different part of the world. We are not giving up our culture, but are also celebrating yours." The Diya festival begins at 6 p.m. on Nov.16, in Woodruff Auditorium in the Kansas Union. INTERNATIONAL North Korea to close south border amid rising tensions — Edited by Arthur Hur BY JEAN H. LEE ASSOCIATED PRESS SEOUL, South Korea — North Korea's powerful military announced Wednesday it will shit the country's border with the South on Dec. 1 — a marked escalation of threats against Seoul's new conservative government at a time of heightened tension on the peninsula. The military's chief delegate to inter-Korean talks informed his South Korean counterpart Wednesday that the North will "restrict and cut off" cross-border routes next month, state-run Korean Central News Agency said. Analysts called it a pointed political move designed to humiliate Seoul by hobbling a joint industrial park in the city of Kaesong, just across the border, that has served as a beacon of hope for reconciliation. South Korea was preparing to send its official response to the North on Thursday, Foreign Minister Yu Myung-hwan told reporters. He declined to elaborate. Relations between the two Koreas — separated by troops, tanks and one of the world's most heavily armed borders since a three-year war that ended in a truce in 1953 have been frosty since South Korea's President Lee Myung-bak took office in February. Lee pledged to be tough with communist North Korea, an abrupt departure from his liberal predecessors' decade-long policy of fostering reconciliation with aid and other concessions. Pyongyang reacted by cutting off diplomatic ties with Seoul. Ties deteriorated further in July when a North Korean soldier fatally shot a South Korean tourist visiting Diamond Mountain, with Seoul banning tours to the jointly operated resort in the North. After months without contact, the North's military summoned South Korea to the border for talks last month, only to berate Seoul over anti-Pyongyang leaflets that continue to flutter over the border in helium-fueled balloons. The two Koreas had agreed in 2004 to end propaganda warfare across the border, but the South says it cannot prohibit activists from dispatching the leaflets, citing freedom of speech. Wednesday's warning — the North's most concrete, calculated threat yet — amounts to an ultimatum to the Lee administration to acknowledge that it must abide by past agreements, analysts said. "This is a critical juncture in their estimation that they have to take some action," said Paik Hak-soon of South Korea's Sejong Institute. "They feel that they have waited enough." The warning is "very, very serious," said Lim Eul-chul of Kyungnam University's Institute for Far Eastern Studies in Seoul. The tension comes amid questions about the health of North Korea's leader, Kim Jong Il. U.S. and South Korean officials say Kim, 66, suffered a stroke, but North Korea denies he was ever ill. "This is an escalation of North Korea warnings," Paik said. Pyongyang's tactic may be to wear Seoul down. However, the Lee administration has stood its ground and said little Wednesday about the North's latest move. "Waiting is sometimes a strategy," Lee said, according to his spokesman. The North's decision to shut the border is "regrettable," said Kim Ho-nyeon, the Unification Ministry spokesman. Paik said Pyongyang may use Kaesong to humiliate Seoul. Shutting down Kaesong would be a "serious blow to South Korean politics. It will start off a debate what went wrong with North Korea policy." The Kaesong complex has been a key source of hard currency for the impoverished North and a symbol of reconciliation: South Korean firms send raw materials through the border and the goods come back stamped "Made in Kaesong." Lim said he doubted North WHITE STREET PIZZA 711 W. 23 St. #19 Located in The Mall shopping Center 785-865-2323 OPEN LATE NIGHT $6.99 Large 1 Topping Delicious • Carry Out • Delivery WWW.WHITESTREETPIZZA.COM Not valid with other offers. 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KANSAS 1 TRADITION KEEPERS Win a behind-the-scenes tour of Allen Field House and meet Coach Self One lucky Tradition Keeper, along with two friends will win a private, behind the scenes tour of Allen Fieldhouse. The winner and friends also will have a private meet and greet with KU basketball Head Coach Bill Self! This is a new event sponsored by the KU Student Alumni Association. Registration Dates Nov. 19 & 20 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Adams Alumni Center (Home Football Friday) 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Kansas Union The winner will be announced at the Tradition Keepers Finals Dinner, Dec. 15, 2008, at the Adams Alumni Center. The tour will be given during the first week of school in January 2009, by a KU marketing representative. At the end of the tour, the winner and friends will meet Coach Self and have a chance to get autographs and take pictures. How to enter 1. Stop by a registration table and fill out an entry form. 2. To be eligible for the contest, a student must be a member of Tradition Keepers for the 2008-2009 school year. KU 3. Make a suggested donation of $5 to the Assist Youth Foundation. All donations benefit the Assist Youth Foundation. Questions? Contact Stefani Gerson at 864-4760 or sgerson@kualumni.org. ALUMNI ASSOCIATION The University of Kansas www.kualumni.org SAA RUSTLESS ASSOCIATION TRADITION KU ALUMNI ASSOCIATION KEEPERS SAA KU STUDENT ALUMNI ASSOCIATION TRADITION KU ALUNNI ASSOCIATION KEEPERS 4A ENTERTAINMENT THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAS FRIDAY NOVEMBER 14,200 Conceptis SudoKu 6 7 1 9 2 8 4 8 3 2 8 7 4 3 5 8 4 9 7 5 6 Answer to previous puzzle 11/14 Difficulty Level ★★★★ 4 7 2 8 9 1 6 5 3 8 6 5 3 2 7 9 4 1 1 3 9 5 6 4 7 8 2 2 4 8 9 5 6 1 3 7 6 1 7 2 4 3 5 9 8 5 9 3 1 7 8 4 2 6 7 2 6 4 8 9 3 1 5 9 8 1 6 3 5 2 7 4 3 5 4 7 1 2 8 6 9 THE ADVENTURES OF JESUS AND JOE DIMAGGIO whelp, I locked my keys in my car again. Dude, you're a grad student in Aerospace Engineering and you still lock your keys in... Also man! Where are your PANTS? in the car. With my keys. Man, that's like four times now. um. AND YOU ARE GOING TO MAKE AIRPLANES FOR A LIVING. Max Rinkel MUSIC I'd like to be like Kanye? Rapper claims he's the Michael Jordan of this generation BY LOUISE DIXON ASSOCIATED PRESS LONDON — Kanye West is to music what Michael Jordan was to basketball — at least that's what West thinks, in his humble estimation. "I realize that my place and position in history is that I will go down as the voice of this generation, of this decade, I will be the loudest voice," he said in an interview on Wednesday. "It's me settling into that position of just really accepting that it's one thing to say you want to do it and it's another thing to really end up being like Michael Jordan." Kaney West arrives at the "Us Weekly Hot Hollywood 2007" party in Los Angeles in September 2007. West called himself "the voice of this generation." The Grammy-winning rapper-producer said Justin Timberlake had a chance to be music's MVP, but hasn't put out enough material. (Timberlake's last album was in 2006, while West released a CD last year and is releasing his latest — "808s and Heartbreak" — on Nov. 24.) "There were people who had the potential to do it but they went on vacation, so when justin went on vacation I made albums," he said. "And it just came out to be that." West, 31, said life has been difficult since his mother's death. Donda West died last November after having plastic surgery. "I'm just going through balancing that. And I always used to have that support system, you know. My mom would be there; no matter what, she was there before everything," he said. "We were together for like 30 years. And you know now when I'm on that stage and I look out and I say, 'What am I going to do with the rest of my life?' Like when does a real life start?' Because I have sacrificed real life to be a celebrity and to give this art to people, which is great. It is great that I was able to do that, I'm not trying to shun that in any way, but it's definitely a Catch-22 and it's bittersweet." HOROSCOPES You're in the mood to catch up on your reading. When you get like this, you can devour stacks of books and magazines. Fit in a couple of really useful ones. 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. ARIES (March 21-April 19) Today is a Z TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Today is an 8 Follow through on the projects you've already begun. Work is involved, but it isn't as hard as it used to be. Don't go shopping until the check clears, however. Caution is advised, regarding the money. GEMINI (May 21-June 21) Today is a 7 You're so busy you may not be in much of an affectionate mood. You're trying to figure out how much you have, and what goes where. Set a date for early next week. You'll be feeling more cuddly then. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Today is a 7 Some of the most important work takes place behind the scenes. You can find out, for example, what's really going on. Ask a few subtle but leading questions. LEO (July 23-Aug.22) Today is a7 There's no time for long conversations, but you can update your plan. Also, make sure your assistants know how much you appreciate their efforts. This kind of feedback is important. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Today is a 7 Follow through on a project that you've already begun. When this is done, you'll have accomplished big changes for the better at home. It isn't going to be easy, but it will be worth the effort. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Today is a 7 You're able to reach out a little farther, and make the difficult look easy. Accept input and support from far away. It can light a fire under you and encourage you to stop procrastinating. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Today is a 6 Better check the balance sheets while you're in the mood. You're making big plans and it's always good to know where your resources are. Some you may even have to create. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec 21) Today is a 7 Don't be distracted by somebody who's trying to get your attention. Finish whatever you're working on first, or there will be trouble. Hardly anything you do goes unnoticed lately. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Today is an 8 You're in the mood to get things done, but caution is advised. Make sure you get a contract, so you'll know how much you'll be making. You can dream about adventures, but it's not easy to get away. You'd have to leave a whole pile of stuff that you've been meaning to do. Well, maybe you could escape for dinner and a movie. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Today is a 5 It can be difficult to listen to people who don't agree with you. It's a marvelous skill to acquire, however. Just let them know you understand, and that you'll think about it. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Today is a 7 ACROSS 1 Swiffer ancestor 4 Surrounded by 8 Staff leader? 12 In days past 13 Loutish one 14 Groucho-esque look 15 Loyal 17 Unctuous 18 Foursome 19 Scatter seeds 21 Unfriendly 22 George Hamilton trademark 26 Oddball 29 Lustrous black 30 Greek vowel 37 Got real angry 39 Wire measure 40 9mm sub-machine gun 41 Fit for farming 45 Boston is one variety 48 Author of Old West novels 50 It takes the cake 51 Grand tale 52 Census statistic 53 Group of quail 54 Tidy 55 Pantheon member DOWN 1 Damon or Dillon 2 Shrek is one 3 Sulk 4 Monastery head's office 5 Like old bread 6 Debtor's letters 7 Clad 8 Circus favorite 9 Floral garland 10 Moray, for one 11 Sauté 16 "All My Children" role Solution time: 25 mins. 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"The Role and Responsibility of the Multi-National Corporation" Cynthia Carroll CEO of Anglo American 3-4 p.m., Friday, November 14 Spencer Museum of Art Auditorium Reception to follow Cynthia Carroll is the first woman to become chief executive at Anglo American, one of the world's largest independent mining companies. She received her master's degree in geology from KU before going on to earn an MBA at Harvard University. In 2008, Forbes Magazine ranked her 5th in their list of The World's 100 Most Powerful Women. They described Carroll as "a powerhouse in the world of commodities, a sector crucial to the world's economy. And within the corridors of world governments, she is a force to be reckoned with." st the within Co-sponsored by KU's Office of the Chancellor, the School of Business, the Department of Geology, and the Alumni Association. No tickets are required This event is free and open to the public. www.hallcenter.ku.edu • 785-864-4798 KU HALL CENTER FOR THE HUMANITIES The University of Kansas of OPINION 5A FRIDAY NOVEMBER 14.2008 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Gay students shouldn't attend separate schools I would like to commend Matt Hirschfeld on a very poignant piece addressing gay-geared schooling. Although it is nice to think that these young GLBT people may be able to freely express themselves in such an environment, they potentially miss a great teaching tool. Society at large was one of my greatest influences concerning how to handle my own sexuality, regardless of the love or hate I have experienced at its hands. These lessons have run every gamut, from befriending those who never thought they might have a gay friend, to standing up against others who would trample my very person based on my orientation. Such experiences strengthened me even during episodes when so much seemed uncertain. Seccluding GLBT individuals in a false security bubble will only make matters worse when they enter schooling outside its embrace — let alone when encountering the world we live in at large. Learning with all peers also allows those harboring issues with the subject a chance to grow in tolerance. I give this initiative a pat, but let society as a whole grow together toward a future than essex orientation — of all types — for what it truly is: only another trait that further shapes those we love. Brian Walters is a senior from Catherine BOKA ASSOCIATED PRESS On Nov. 12, KU Queers and Allies Executive Director Ryan Campbell sent an e-mail out to more than 550 student organization leaders over the Student Involvement and Leadership Center listserv. The e-mail contained one sentence factually describing the passage of California Proposition 8, followed by an open invitation to a rally. The text is as follows: Rally e-mail should not be called 'politicking' "California's recent approval of Proposition 8 ... has spurred the LGBT community and its allies to action. This weekend, protests will be happening in every major city in the United States, and I hope that you'll join us in our fight." ... Please refrain from sending those messages out." "The listserv's primary function is to give registered groups, students and advisors at the University of Kansas an avenue for informing other registered groups and students of their events as they occur...[SILC] policy strictly prohibits debate, politicking and profanity on the listserv. Violation of this policy may cause the individual to be deleted from the listserv for the remainder of the academic year ... Please refrain from sending This paragraph has become the focus of a mini-controversy within the SILC listserv community. About eight complaints about its political nature were sent to Aaron Quisenberry, SILC associate director. In response, Quisenberry sent out this message: There are several reasons why this response is inaccurate and offensive. First, the Q&A e-mail would not fall under any definition of "politicking" that could be set forth by the University. If the e-mail were "politicking," it would by definition ask you to vote a certain way or support a certain issue. Although the final sentence in Campbell's e-mail toes that fine line, it stays within the boundaries of an event invitation and does not cross into garnering support for a cause. Merely mentioning the reason for the rally does not make it politicizing. For clarification, the university-wide policy statement on Electronic Information Resources states, "Registered student and campus organizations, such as the College Republicans or the KU Young Democrats, may use their membership listservs to notify members of meetings, speeches, and/or rallies." (Sect. 8.C.) Q&A was doing just what an expressly political organization would do to promote an event. It was using the listserv to "foster a better understanding and celebration of diversity" (from the SILC mission statement) and to inform "other registered groups and students of [Q&A] events as they occur" (from the Quisenberry's above-quoted letter.) Finally, it is unfortunate that a message about a Q&A event must be seen instantly as a political message. It is through no fault of their own that the very identity of the people in the organization is regarded as a political stance and not an issue of personal definition. To call this message political would be to categorize any message from the organization as a political "stance" and unfit for dissemination. As a concerned KU student and supporter of Q&A, I would like to make a public call to Quisenberry and the SILC office to retract their condemnation of the Q&A e-mail, not just because of the technical error in categorizing it as "politicking," but to ensure that future messages from Q&A or other "diverse" organizations — Black Student Union, Hispanic American Leadership Organization, Comission on the Status of Women — are not categorically condemned by their possible political identities. You can e-mail Mr. Quisenberry at aquienberry@ku.edu or call him at 785-864-4861. HOW TO SUBMIT A LETTER TO THE EDITOR LETTER GUIDELINES Send letters to *opinion.kansan.com* Write 'LETTER TO THE EDITOR' in the e-mail subject line. Length: 200 words The submission should include the author's name, grade and hometown. CONTACT US The Kansan will not print letters that attack a reporter or columnist. Matt Erickson, editor 864-4810 or merickson@kansan.com Matt Erickson, editor Dani Hurst, managing editor 864-4810 or dhurst@kansan.com TYLER DOEHRING Mark Dent, managing editor 864-4810 or mdent@kansan.com Kelsey Hayes, managing editor 864-4810 or khaves@kansan.com Lauren Keith, opinion editor 864-4924 or keith@kanan.com Jordan Herrmann, business manager 864-4358 or jherrmann@kansan.com Patrick De Oliveira, associate opinion editor 864-4924 or pdeolliveira@kansan.com Tom Berghaupt, sales manager 864-443-787 or tberghopt@kansan.com Malcolm Gibson, general manager and news Jon Schlittt, sales and marketing adviser 864-7666 or ischlttt@kansan.com THE EDITORIAL BOARD Members of the Kansan Editorial Board are Alex Doeherty, Jenny Harty, Lauren Kearn, Patrick de Oliveira, Ray Seebregtse and Ian Stanford. THE EDITORIAL BOARD Malcolm Gibson, general manager and news adviser adviser 864-7667 or mgibson@kansan.com Will Obama's policy be any better than Bush's? CANDYLAND NEVILLE CHAMBERLAIN TERRORISM DIPLOMACY IRAN: REALITY TERRORISM BIG STICKS TEDDY ROOSEVELT IRAN STRONG ASSUMPTION CHECK PAUL ARMSTRONG "And that's the flaw of the cash document. Then Sen. Barack Obama explained to ABC News anchor Charles Gibson in January. "It wasn't that he went after those who attacked America. It was that he went after those who didn't." By consensus, the Bush doctrine is dead. Its tenure as an organizing principle of American foreign policy did not survive the Iraq War. Bush's policies, according to the president-elect, distracted America from more pressing security concerns, stifled its capacity for action, diminished its influence and hindered necessary cooperation with allies in common struggles. Yet, the verdict on the Bush years remains open. Notwithstanding the exorbitant costs of the Iraq War, it remains to be seen if the alternative course proposed by President-elect Obama will yield better results at lower costs. Make no mistake: The costs were high, but the Bush doctrine did yield results — results that years of containment and diplomacy failed to deliver on Iran and North Korea. Saddam Hussein is dead. The issue of Iraq has been dealt a final resolution, and only because of this will an Obama administration confront other matters that would have been impossible to manage with Saddam Hussein still astride the Middle East, thwarting American designs. The test-case in-waiting that will reveal the wisdom or foolishness of Obama's critique of the Bush years is Iran, the primary source of instability in the Middle East. With the political stakes high both at home and abroad, Obama is not wrong to prefer a diplomatic resolution. In the grandest fantasies of Democratic policy wonks, Iran would be offered a comprehensive diplomatic bargain under which it would abandon its support of terrorism and its pursuit of nuclear power in exchange for the lifting of sanctions, economic aid, access to Western markets and technology, nuclear fuel and other incentives. If it plays out according to this outline, then Obama will face few obstacles in keeping his promise of a responsible withdrawal from Iraq. The region will stabilize, and Obama will probably easily win re-election in 2012. of liberal faith that Bush's obstinacy has been the only barrier to regional rapprochement. If Obama fails, then Bush was right, and it is not unlikely that pre-empotion, the cornerstone of the Bush doctrine, will again see its day, this time brought to you by Democrats. But if Iran declines to come to terms with "the Great Satan," then a quick, responsible withdrawal from Iraq will be impossible, and Obama will find himself in the shoes of his predecessor, confronting the world's most dangerous regimes as they seek the world's most dangerous weapons. But what if the architects of the Islamic Revolution of 1979 have no intention of dealing with America? Reacting to Tuesday's election results, Seyyid Hossein, a 30-year Iranian school teacher, told The Guardian, "Obama's victory could improve things because he has his head on his shoulders. But I believe the regime doesn't want better relations with the U.S. It wants to have a big enemy to frighten people and maintain its rule." The Bush years demonstrated that pre-emption is a bad option, but it may yet prove to be the least bad option on a policy menu filled with worse options. It remains a self-serving article Armstrong is a Dallas senior in business. How businesses profit from breast cancer THE CYNICAL OPTIMIST NICK MANGIARACINA BOSOM BUDDIES With your help we can raise over 100,000 for Breast Cancer Research The wind blows the pink ribbons as the light grows too dim to reflect the plastic faces of the pink buttons. In the distance, the thuds of sneakers against pavement cease. All is quiet except for the panting after the race — the sound of a movement exhausted. More than a half million women die from two causes annually: heart disease, which claims nearly 350,000 women, and lung cancer from smoking cigarettes, which kills more than 178,000 women, according to the Mayo Clinic and the Centers for Disease Control. In a distant third sits breast cancer, which is responsible for 40,000 deaths in women each year — about the same number of people who die from car accidents each year. Preventing car accidents and reducing smoking and heart disease in women receive almost no attention compared with breast cancer, even though the last two are the two biggest killers of women. DIONGILLARD @ FLICKR.COM "race for the cure." In her journal article in Social Text, professor and author Samantha King writes that the original intent of the movement has been lost. "Nancy Brinker, founder of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, tells how she approached an executive of a lingerie manufacturer to suggest that they include a tag in their bras reminding customers to get regular mammograms. The executive told Brinker, 'We sell glamour. We don't sell fear. Breast cancer has nothing to do with our customers.'" Rallying support for breast cancer is easier because it is more marketable. Who doesn't like breasts? Healthy breasts are sexy whereas healthy hearts and lungs are not. Everyone is familiar with anti-smoking campaigns: the black lung pictures, the stained teeth, the deformed jaws. You won't see people walking around with such shirts, but you will see pink ones for Corporations that profit off this horrible illness are the most sickening aspect of the breast cancer awareness movement. In her 2007 article, "Breast Cancer for Fun and Profit," Suzanne Reisman talks about a Campbell's Soup campaign in 2006. "In return for the additional sales, Campbell's agreed to donate $250,000 to benefit 'breast cancer awareness initiatives across the country' as part of Kroger's larger initiative to raise $3 million for the cause. While it sounds great, the Campbell's donation amounts to a measly 3.5 cents per can." Let's follow the 3.5 cents to The American Cancer Society. The non-profit charity watchdog group American Institute of Philanthropy reports that only 60 percent of this money actually goes to program expenses like fighting cancer. Three and a half cents become about two. Other diseases could be used to sell more products, but according to Reisman, "It is much easier to exploit a fear of breast cancer than that of other diseases. Many women feel a strong link between their femininity and their 'breasts.'" When I now see the pink ribbons, buttons or T-shirts of the breast cancer awareness movement, beneath the pink. I see black. In the end, I know it is this obsession with pink that has allowed far too many lives to turn to black. Mangiaracina is a Lenexa senior in journalism. FREE FOR ALL FOR To contribute to Free for All, visit Kansan.com or call 785-864-0500. No wire hangers --- My headphones sound like a crappy fuzztone in a fishbowl. --- Mmm,chicken --- 何 --- Damn girl, you look fine in them jeans, but you would look even better with me in between. These boots were made for Rock Chalkin'. 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During Paul Tagliabue's 17-year tenure as commissioner and CEO of the NFL, the league saw several advances that turned it into the premier sports league in the world. While Major League Baseball and other leagues were going through a steroid crisis, Tagliaue had a plan in place years ago that helped keep his players clean from those illegal and harmful drugs. we were mation with the players and their leadership through the union and were able to convince them that these substances were a hazard and not an attraction," Tagliabue said. "The players also viewed it Globalization in Sports," intended to bring in guests from around the sports world to discuss inner issues "When television first appeared in sports, the owners in the NFL made a decision that the league would control all of the television arrangements." PAUL TAGLIABUE Former NFL commissioner as unfair because they didn't want the small group of players using artificial substances to put pressure on all of them to use them." Tahliabe's speech was the first in a series started by the Dole Institute of Politics called "Leadership and of sports and not just the winners and losers. to turn the NFL into an economical power. The NFL's television package is second to none and provides $130 million to each NFL team through its rights agreements with the television networks. "When television first appeared in sports, the owners in the NFL made a decision that the league would control all of the television arrangements," Tagliabue said. "No other league would do that. And more importantly, that each of the teams would share the revenue." Tagliabue cited the poor television ratings for the recent World Series featuring the small-market Tampa Bay Rays and said that would never happen in the NFL because their television package allows for each team to receive similar television coverage each week. "Some of the greatest audiences for Super Bowls have been for some of the smallest market teams," Tagliabue said. "Because all of the teams get the same exposure." "Very few people have ever been seen as being ready to play in the NFL out of high school," Tagliabue said. "The likelihood is that you would not be successful without some sort of college or other experience. We were able to get that agreed upon in the collective bargaining agreement." sioner questions ranging from his thoughts on the increased fines for celebrations that have some calling it the "No Fun League" to the minimum three years' wait needed for students out of high school wanting to play in the NFL. The speech, which was taped and will air on CSPAN at a later date, allowed members of the audience to ask the former commis- Tagliabue retired from the NFL in 2006 but has spent the last two years traveling around the world to speak about his time with the league and his thoughts on the globalization and advancements made in modern-day sports. Edited by Arthur Hur JOIN THE BEST. We don’t appreciate laziness. 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"Where am I going to get help if they change the law?" said the mother, who lives in Lincoln and asked to not be identified by name to protect her adopted child. To the state's surprise and embarrassment, more than half of the 31 children legally abandoned under the safe-haven law since it took effect in mid-July have been teenagers. But state officials may have inadvertently made things worse with their hesitant response to the problem: The number of drop-offs has almost tripped to about three a week since Gov. Dave Heineman announced on Oct. 29 that lawmakers would rewrite the law. With legislators set to convene on Friday, weary parents like the Lincoln mother have been racing to drop off their children while they still can. On Thursday, authorities searched for two teens — a boy and girl, ages 14 and 17 — who fled an Omaha hospital as their mother tried to abandon them. The mother was trying to take them from the car to the emergency room when they took off. Child welfare experts said the late deluge of drop-off was probably inevitable. After all, they said, some date had to be picked to begin changing the law. But some of them said lawmakers and the governor missed chances to change the law early because they underestimated the number of desperate families looking for help. Heineman called the special session only after a spate of five drop-offs in eight days. Associated Press SPORTS 4 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN FOOTBALL SENIORS SAY GOODBYE These 18 players have led Kansas to four consecutive six-win seasons. FOOTBALL |6B WWW.KANSAN.COM MORE SPORTS ONLINE AT KANSAN.COM FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2008 Get your fix — See complete coverage of VOLLEYBALL, FANTASY FOOTBALL and CROSS COUNTRY on the Web FOOTBALL This one means more to him 5 90 Weston White/KANSAN Junior quarterback Todd Reesing attempts to break a tackle by a Kansas State lineman on Saturday, Nov. 1. Reesing threw for 162 yards and one touchdown in Kansas' 52-21 win over the Wildcats. BY TAYLOR BERN tbern@kansan.com If everything is bigger in Texas, then how do they explain Todd Reesing? Generously listed at 5-foot-11 and 200 pounds, the junior quarterback's small stature scared off a lot of major schools along the recruiting trail. That includes the football factory in Reesing's backyard, the University of Texas. Reesing's father, Steve, went to Texas. • Like most kids growing up in Austin, Todd cheered for the Longhorns. However, that fanhood didn't mean much when it came to getting a scholarship offer. Neither did his stellar high school numbers In his senior season at Lake Travis High School, Reeing threw for 3.343 yards, 41 touchdowns and just five interceptions. He was named Central Texas Player of the Year. Still, Texas coach Mack Brown never gave Reeing a serious look. To his credit, Brown already had a record-setting Texas quarterback in his recruiting class, and Colt McCoy has worked out just fine. At 6-foot-3 and 210 pounds, McCoy fits the bill of a prototypical Division-1 quarterback. McCoy's commitment ensured that Reesing would never wear the burnt orange, but fortunately, coach Mark Mangino was there to sign him up. In nearly three years at Kansas, Reesing has accomplished more than anyone expected. On Saturday, Reesing could check off another goal that's been around since he first came to Lawrence — beat Texas. "I would be lying if I told you it wasn't a little bit bigger for me," Reesing said. "You've got to try to not make it as big to yourself, but it is going to be fun. I grew up watching Texas and cheering for them, so now that I am playing against them it will be a lot of fun." Flash forward three and a half months and the game has arrived, but with less national fanfare than Kansas would like. Back in July at the Big 12 media days, Reesing said he couldn't wait for this game. He said his father had already reserved about 30 hotel rooms for this weekend. The Jayhawks (6-4) must win out for a shot at the Big 12 North title and a lot of pundits have picked the Longhorns (9-1) to win easily. The underdog role is nothing new to Mangino's crew and Reeing said the key to keeping up with the favorites is to stay on his feet. Last week at Nebraska he was constantly scrambling and took a number of vicious hits. Now Reesing will line up across from the Big 12's best front four. "They can rush the passer well and they have gotten a lot of sacks." Reesing said. "Unfortunately for me that might mean trouble." One man trying to keep Reesing upright will be senior Ryan Cantrell, a Sugar Land, Texas, senior who's playing his last home game. In total, the Jayhawks have 28 Texans on the roster, which is the most of any state (there are 27 Kansans). Mangino said he could see a little different look from those guys leading up to this game. PAGE1B "I think maybe our Texas players, they get a little bit excited about it," Mangino said. "They're a little bit more bright-eyed about it." None more so than the fun-slinger. His family and friends are in town, so all that's left to do is suit up and become Saturday's biggest lone star. "To get to play them is halfway to the dream I would have had as a kid," Reesing said. "As good as they are this year, maybe pulling off an upset would be special for me." — Edited by Arthur Hur SOCCER Jayhawks finally achieve dream BY ANDREW WIEBE awiebe@kansan.com Not one of Kansas' players knows what it's like to play in the NCAA Soccer Tournament. Zero. It's the unfortunate result of three consecutive below average seasons. But for the first time since 2004 the dry spell is over, and coach Mark Francis' team has a priceless opportunity to make a statement on an unfamiliar stage. Sure, the Jayhawks are happy to be in the tournament. But make no mistake, Kansas won't be satisfied with an early exit or a subpar showing. "One of our team's goal at the beginning of the season was to make the NCAA Tournament, and we did that" junior midfielder Monica Dolinsky said. "But for a lot of us, that's not good enough" Hanley Hanley This afternoon Kansas (12-7-2) and Sun Belt Conference champions Denver (19-2-2) will meet in the tournament's first round for the right to play either UC Santa Barbara or No. 1 seed Stanford in the second round on Sunday. Junior goalkeeper Julie Hanley hadn't seen any film on the Pioneers as of Wednesday, but said the team was itching to get on the field and get its first taste of the NCAA Tournament, as well as the balmy California weather. "I just think we need to go in confi- lance." Hanley said. "We have everything SEE SOCCER ON PAGE 5B first-round game NCAA Women's Soccer Tournament Kansas vs. Denver (first round) 5:30 p.m. Laird Q. Cagan Stadium Palo Alto, Calif. first-round game MEN'S BASKETBALL Collins' civil suit charges dismissed BY CASE KEEFER ckeefer@kansan.com Jessica J. Brown, who accused Collins of exposing and rubbing himself on her in a jayhawk Tower elevator, dropped her civil suit against Collins Thursday. Collins also dropped his Sherron Collins is excited to put his legal problems behind him. Collins counter-suit against Brown. "I'm just trying to move on and focus on basketball and put it behind me," Collins said. So is Kansas coach Bill Self. Self has supported Collins since Brown made the claims in May 2007. She filed the civil lawsuit a year later and after Collins failed to respond, a Douglas County judge ordered Collins to pay more than $75,000 in damages by default. Criminal charges were not filed after Douglas County District Attorney Charles Branson cited insignificant evidence. With the civil suit now also dropped, Self said he SEE COLLINS ON PAGE 5B MEN'S BASKETBALL Morningstar, Reed make guard rotation BY CASE KEEFER ckeefer@kansan.com For the time being, the Kansas lineup should have a distinct Kansas flavor. The only two scholarship players on the Jayhawk roster from Kansas — sophomore guards Tyrel Reed and Brady Morningstar — have earned significant playing time to open the regular season because of their performances in the two exhibition games. Reed averaged nine and a half points and three assists in the two games, while Morningstar averaged nine points and three assists. Kansas coach Bill Self said both have also improved defensively. They're both going to be on the floor a lot starting with Sunday's regular-season opener against UMKC. The guaranteed minutes were not handed to the duo of Kansas natives. Reed and Morningstar proved they were worthy of receiving them. "I don't want to use the words 'separated themselves', but they've really done a good job." Self said. "There's no way we're going into the season without them being a big part of our rotation." Even with junior guard and Big 12 Preseason Newcomer of the Year Mario Little sidelined because of a stress fracture in his lower left leg, the Jayhawks had seven guards who could fill those spots. Self primarily uses five guards in his rotation. Self said if a player wasn't one of the top of the five, hed probably be unhappy with his minutes. Junior guard Sherron Collins already owned one. So Reed, Morningstar, junior Tyrone Appleton, sophomore Conner Teahan, freshman Tyshawn Taylor and freshman Travis Releford were the six candidates competing for four spots. With the exhibition games as their audition stage, Reed and Morningstar outperformed the others. Self has suggested their experience in the program might have helped win the minutes. "Look at Tyrel last year or Brady the year before; they were kind of the odd man out," Self said. "Unfortunately, that's the way it is on every team. You're going to have some guys who — until they crack into the rotation group — aren't going to play much." Morningstar, who was a redshirt last year, has also noticed the advantages of spending two years in the program. Despite not playing in a game last season, Morningstar learned a lot from practicing with the national championship team Morningstar said it had already started to pay off before the season. "Even if you're not as good as some of the younger players, being older is an advantage," Morningstar said. "Just because you know what you can get away with on the court." Self stressed, however, that nothing was permanent. Reed and Morningstar are just the most ready to contribute right now. That doesn't mean their minutes are coming to change. Reed and Morningstar SEE MEN'S BASKETBALL ON PAGE 5B KANSAS 12 Jon Goerina/KANSAN Sophomore guard Brady Morningstar goes up for a shot in traffic during Tuesday's game against Emory State. 1 2B SPORTS --- THE UNIVERSITY HARLY KANSAN FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14,2008 quote of the dav "It is a very good Texas team that is coming here and we are planning on having a good week of preparation and getting ready to play them. It is an opportunity for us to play a top-five team here at home and we want to play well." — Kansas football coach Mark Mangino fact of the day The Kansas football team has 28 players from the state of Texas. trivia of the day Q: How many players on the Kansas football team are from Kansas? A:27. Today KU sports this week Women's Basketball: Sacred Heart, 7 p.m. (Lawrence) Saturdays Saturday Football: Texas, 11:30 a.m. (awareness) Swimming and Diving: Nebraska-Omaha, 2 p.m. (Omaha, Neb.) Volleyball: Nebraska, 7 p.m. (Lawrence) Cross Country; Midwest Regional Championships, TBA (Stillwater, Okla.) Sunday Men's Basketball: UMKC, 7:30 p.m. (Lawrence) Chad Ford loves the Hawks BY CASE KEEFER ckeefer@kansan.com Every Kansas fan has his own story about what last year's NCAA Championship meant to him. And they're all eager to share it. Even Chad Ford, Yeah, the guy who covers the NBA and the NBA Draft for ESPN.com and occasionally shares an opinion or two on SportsCenter — he's a Kansas fan. Ford never attended the University — he earned degrees from George Mason and Georgetown — but grew up in Kansas City and loved Jayhawk basketball. He never stopped following the crimson and blue. Ford, who is also a law professor at Brigham Young University Hawaii, was on campus two weeks ago to give a lecture titled "When Parties Bring Their Jump Shots To The Table: Sports and Conflict Transformation." Of course, he also talked a little bit about last year's lavhawks. Ford said he was such a loyal Kansas fan that every year come tournament time, held pick the Jayhawks to march through the tournament and win it all in his bracket. Seriously, every year. As you can imagine, this didn't ive results for a 20-year stretch. The Jayhawks always let Ford down. His bracket usually wasn't one of the more accurate ones among his ESPN colleagues. So finally last season Kansas went to San Antonio for the Final "Around the ESPN offices, people would say, 'Aren't you supposed to be an expert?' Ford said during the lecture. "How are the secretaries beating you?" Four, won it all and made Ford look like the genius he is supposed to be. Right, Chad? THE MORNING BREW "This year, I saw how well UCLA was playing and ... Ford said. He picked the Bruins to win. For the first time, Ford picked against the layhawks, Bad call, Asyou know, Kansas erased a nine-point deficit in just more than two minutes in the national championship game. championship game. Sharon Collins made. Sherron Collins made an incredible steal and a three-pointer and Mario Chalmers hit The Shot. Don't think Ford's failure to pick Kansas as the eventual national champion tempered his enthusiasm. After all, this guy is a fan. Mario Chalmers hit the shot," Ford said. "I used a vertical jump I haven't had since high school and injured my coffee table." "My family saw a new side of the town Edited by Kelsey Hayes KICK THE KANSAN: WEEKTEN Pic. Better beat the Kansan. Get your name in the paper. This week's games: No. 3 Texas at Kansas No. 10 Georgia at Auburn No. 16 North Carolina at Maryland Arizona at Oregon No. 17 Brigham Young at Air Force Vanderbilt at Kentucky Texas A&M at Baylor Minnesota at Wisconsin Northwestern at Michigan No. 24 Wake Forest at North Carolina State Name: E-mail: Year in school: Hometown: 1) Only KU students are eligible. 2) Give your name, e-mail, year in school and hometown. 3) Beat the Kansan's best prognosticator and get your name in the paper. 4) Beat all your peers and get your picture and picks in the paper next to the Kansan staff. 5) To break ties, pick the score of the designated game. Submit your picks either to KickTheKansan@kansan.com or to the Kansan business office, located at the West side of Stauffer-Flint Hall which is between Wescoe Hall and Watson Library. --hard times on the horizon and the eventual survival of NASCAR. Racing teams could lose car manufacturers As carmakers face hard times in the economy,the league could see top sponsors back out BALDORA COLUMBIA Former NASCAR champions share a laugh yesterday after a news conference in Coral Gables, Fla. The group, representing all different economic eras, reflected on how it used to be in the good old days. From left: Kurt Bussed, Ned Jarrick, Richard Pettiy, Bobby Allison and Darlur Waltrip. BY MIKE HARRIS ASSOCIATED PRESS CORAL GABLES, Fla. — When it comes to good times and bad in NASCAR, Richard Petty has seen it all. Stock car's King was already part of the sport when American automakers first began spending money on the teams in the 1950s. And he has been there as a driver or team owner each time the manufacturers have pulled out or dived back in during the years since. Now, with America facing the worst economic downturn since the Great Depression and the very real threat that any or all of the crumbling Big Three automakers could leave again, Petty sees both "Back in the 70s, we depended entirely on the technology that the factories had," Petty said. "The teams now have started hiring their own engineers and doing a bunch of stuff," he added. "So, the technology coming from the factory is nothing like it used to be. ... It would be less crippling if they leave now, except for the economy. If the factories all went home, the general public up in the grandstand probably wouldn't know the difference, if we had sponsorship for the cars." ASSOCIATED PRESS bleak by the day. But the failing economy remains a huge factor, with the sponsorship outlook for midpack teams like Petty Enterprises getting more It costs far more to race competitively these days than ever before and, earlier this year, Petty become part of a growing trend of finding well-heeled partners when he sold majority ownership in Petty Enterprises, the team started by his father more than 50 years ago, to Boston Ventures, an investment banking firm. Even so, the signature No. 43 car fielded by the Petty team, has only partial sponsorship for 2009, and Petty does not deny the team has talked about a possible merger, similar to Wednesday's merger of Dale Earnhardt Inc., and Chip Ganassi Racing. AllStars SUNDAY Everyone gets in the game at AllStars Thursday - $4.00 Super Premiums Friday - $5.00 Long Island • $3.00 Jager Bombs Saturday - $2.00 Wells • $1.00 Jello Shots Petty is one of several former champions brought here to celebrate Ford Championship Week, with Jimmie Johnson on the "We talk to everybody about everything that we've been talking about and we're still standing here independent," Petty said. "But we're not wanting to take on somebody else's bad because we have enough of our own." Despite the upbeat reason for their presence, Petty was not alone in expressing concern about the impact of the economic crisis on NASCAR. cusp of wrapping up his record- tying third straight Sprint Cup title in Sunday's season-finale at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Three-time champion Darrell Bring in your game ticket, get in FREE! 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I think that's when we're going to really see a negative effect on the sport." Waltrip, now a NASCAR analyst on Fox, said he's concerned because of how deep the relationship between the sport and the manufacturers runs. "I don't think we really realize how much the manufacturers do for our sport," Waltrip said. "So, if the manufacturers continue to struggle and have trouble, it's got to overflow to us." The Ranch 2515 W 6th St. 842-9845 Party with the finest. thursday is college night $1.50 shots $1.50 domestic bottles friday dollar night t as o s o l y b 2 1 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2008 SPORTS 3B KICK THE KANSAN: WEEK 10 Think you can pick better Enter next week's contest CASE KEEFER (68-32) Basketball DREW BERGMAN (68-32) Design editor ANDREW WIEBE () Associate Sports Editor MARK DENT (67-33) Managing Editor No. 3 Texas at Kansas Texas Texas Texas Texas Texas No. 10 Georgia at Auburn Georgia Georgia Georgia Auburn No. 16 North Carolina at Maryland Maryland North Carolina North Carolina Maryland Arizona at Oregon Oregon Oregon Oregon Oregon No. 17 Brigham Young at Air Force BYU BYU BYU BYU Vanderbilt at Kentucky Kentucky Kentucky Kentucky Kentucky Texas A&M at Baylor Baylor Baylor Baylor Baylor Minnesota at Wisconsin Wisconsin Wisconsin Wisconsin Wisconsin Northwestern at Michigan Michigan Michigan Northwestern Michigan No. 24 Wake Forest at North Carolina State Wake Forest Wake Forest Wake Forest Matt Erickson Editor Overall Record: 65-35 Texas Georgia North Carolina Oregon BYU Kentucky Baylor Wisconsin Northwestern Wake Forest Rustin Dodd Sports editor Overall Record: 64-36 Kelsey Hayes Kansan.com Managing Editor Overall Record: 64-36 Taylor Bern Big 12 football Overall Record 60-40 B.J. Rains Football Overall Record: 37-33 Dani Hurst Managing editor Overall Record: 50-50 Texas Georgia Maryland Arizona BYU Kentucky Baylor Minnesota Northwestern Wake Forest Texas Georgia North Carolina Arizona BYU Vanderbilt Baylor Wisconsin Michigan Wake Forest Texas Georgia North Carolina Arizona BYU Kentucky Baylor Wisconsin Northwestern North Carolina State Texas Georgia North Carolina Oregon BYU Kentucky Baylor Wisconsin Michigan Wake Forest Kansas Georgia North Carolina Arizona Air Force Kentucky Texas A&M Wisconsin Northwestern Wake Forest MLB Cleveland's Lee wins AL Cy Young Award easily first-place votes and 132 points in balloting by the Baseball Writers' Association of America. NEW YORK — Cliff Lee won the American League Cy Young Award in a runaway yesterday, capping a dominant comeback season that made him the second consecutive Cleveland Indians lefty to earn the honor. Demoted to the minors last year, Lee went a major league-best 22-3 this season with a 2.54 ERA. He received 24 of 28 Toronto ace Roy Halladay was a distant runner-up with four first-place votes and 71 points. Record-setting closer Francisco Rodriguez of the Los Angeles Angels finished third with 32 points. Lee became the third Cleveland pitcher to win the Cy Young, following Hall of Famer Gaylord Perry in 1972 and CC Sabathia last year. Trudging through a disappointing season and cognizant of budget constraints, the injury-depleted Indians traded Sabathia to Milwaukee on July 7. He is expected to fetch a huge contract this offseason after filing for free agency. An 18-game winner in 2005, Lee was hurt in spring training last year and struggled so badly he was sent to the minors. He returned to the big leagues and finished 5-8 with a 6.29 ERA, then was left off Cleveland's postseason roster. 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All $16)- walk. most pace to 1319 One bath rec. 1447 seek RE 59 ski LD 59 SOCCER Kansas returns to postseason The Jayhawks' drawn-out journey carries them to NCAA tournament BY JAYSON JENKS jjenks@kansan.com Three Jayhawks walked through the side doors of Allen Fieldhouse after soccer practice on Tuesday without showing. No, poor hygiene habits are not to blame. Instead, point the metaphorical finger at the Emporia State basketball players occupying the locker room before their game later that night against Bill Self and Kansas. Luckily, it's the only rejection the layhawks experienced this week. On Monday, members of the soccer team gathered around a TV in the Naismith Auditorium and watched as Kansas was one of 64 teams selected to play in the NCAA Soccer Tournament. "We know we deserve to be in this tournament. We have the ability to do so much," senior Missy Geha said. "I guess I'm relieved that somebody finally gave us a chance to prove ourselves to the country." Geha and the rest of the Kansas seniors are quite familiar with the hardships brought on by the tournament selection show. During Geha's freshman and sophomore "We knew we had a pretty good chance," senior Jessica Bush said, "but you just never know." Both times, however, Kansas didn't hear its name called. "We know we deserve to be in this tournament. We have the ability to do so much." years, the Jayhawks finished with 11-victory seasons and appeared poised to make the tournament. this point has been marred with inconsistencies. One game Kansas knocked off a ranked Central Florida team, the next it lost to Loyola Chicago. Now, Kansas is headed to Palo Alto, Calif., to face Denver (19-2-2) in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. That trend continued up until the end of the season. In its regular season finale, Kansas suffered its worst loss since 1999 when Missouri crushed the Jayhawks 6-0. "You have to show up to play every day," Geh said. "Some days, we weren't there and we weren't all on the same page." Then, in the first round of the Big 12 Championship, Kansas topped eighth-ranked Texas A&M — a victory that seemingly sealed KU's spot in the NCAA Tournament. "Now, it's just about the games we have ahead of us," junior Shannon McCabe said. "I think we're playing some of our best soccer at the end of the season." But the Jayhawks' road to That means more practice MISSY GEHA Senior midfielder for the Jayhawks heading into cold-weather season. And the conditions for Tuesday's practice were anything ide rainy, slippery and windy. But with a long-awaited berth in the NCAA tournament, the Jayhawks seemed more than pleased to take on all of the elements. "We're playing outside and it's awful," Bush said. "But I think we'll really appreciate California's weather when we're playing in the heat." Edited by Brieun Scott FOOTBALL Senior Jayhawks prepare for their final home game this Saturday BY B.J. RAINS rains@kansan.com The 18 members of the 2008 senior class will play their final home game Saturday when they play No. 3 Texas at 11:30 a.m. on FSN. It may be one of coach Mark Mangino's best classes ever at Kansas, who together helped turn a struggling program into one of respectability. "We have kids who have been here for, some of them, four or five years," Mangino said. "A lot of guys that came in here weren't highly touted recruits and they worked hard and made themselves better and were productive in the program." The 2008 senior class has a record of 31-16 in the past four years, the second most victories in a four-year period in Kansas history. They had at least six victories in each season for first time since 1903-06. They also helped get Kansas back into the national polls for the first time since 1996 and played in the schools first January bowl game since 1969, when they won the FedEx Orange Bowl against Virginia Tech. 24-21. 25 STU Jon Goering/KANSAN "Dedicated, hard-working kids that wanted to be apart of this program and help it get better," Mangino said of his 18-member senior class. Among the seniors playing their last game are wide receiver Dexton Fields and offensive linemen Chet Hartley, Adrian Mayes and Ryan Cantrell. Junior safety Darrell Stuckey trips up Oklahoma kick returner DeMarco Murray during the opening kickoff return Saturday. Coach Mangino said after the game that special teams was one area where the Jayhawks improved this week. Defensive ends Russell Brorsen and John Larson will suit up in the home blues for the final time, as will linebackers Joe Mortensen. Mike Rivera and James Holt. The trio of linebackers has been the core of the KU defense for three years and will likely be the greatest loss heading into next season. "When I first got here I think their record the season before was four and something." Holt said. "The growth has been outstanding. My experience here has just been one of greatness. I got all these great guys around me and they have been like my brothers. Hopefully I can keep in contact with them because we've built a friendship and hopefully it will last a lifetime." Edited by Kelsey Hayes LPGA Golf legend lags in competition After the first round of the Lorena Ochoa Invitational, the tournament's namesake is struggling to stay afloat, trailing the leaders by five strokes BY CARLOS RODRIGUEZ ASSOCIATED PRESS GUADALAJARA, Mexico — Lorena Ochoa struggled Thursday in the first round in her own Lorena Ochoa Invitational, shooting a 1-over 73 on her home course to drop five strokes behind Annika Sorentam and the other leaders. "I can't say I'm happy because I'm not, but I'm feel like I can get closer. I hope to do it tomorrow," said Ochoa, who took up the game 21 years ago at Guadalajara Country Club. "It's a good pressure to play here, to feel the good vibes, and the love of my fans. I feel motivated because I know that we have three more days to play" LPGA Championship winner Yani Tseng, No. 2 in the world behind Ochoa and ahead of Sorenstam, topped the leaderboard at 68 along with Sorenstam, Angela Stanford, Karen Stupples, Seon Hwa Lee, Nicole Castrale, HeeWan Han and Brittany Lang. Ochoa has two victories — the 2006 and 2008 Corona Championship — in nine LPGA Tour starts in Mexico. She has seven victories in 20 tour starts this year and leads the money list with $2,738,888. "I was off rhythm, especially on my second shot, and that took away the chances of birdies," Ochoa said. "I will take another round of practice later on so tomorrow can be a better day." Ocho boyeged Nos. 4 and 6 to make the turn at 2-over 38. She birdied the par-5 10th, boyeged the 15th and closed with a birdie on the par-5 18th. "It was hard to concentrate with the comments from the crowd and me trying to play good," Ochoa said. "But I think I was able to control the pressure fine and, hopefully, do better the next few days. Sorenstam, leaving the tour at the end of the season, birdied five of the first 13 holes to take the lead at 5 under, but missed shot par putts on 14 and 16 before rallying with a birdie on 18. "There is really not much to talk about," Sorenstam said. "I missed two short putts. I tried to move on and not to think to much about it." The Swedish star is coming off a playoff victory two weeks ago in a Ladies European Tour event in China. She has three LPGA Tour victories this season. (CONTINUED FROM 1B) to play for still. It's just going to be lost only one conference game a really fun opportunity because this season and have made three nobody has straight been here N C A A before" "It's a tough matchup, but I know the kids are excited." Hanley and the rest of the Jayhawks may not have seen much of Denver, but Francis said he had an oppor- had an opportunity to watch a few of its games from this season, including a 1-0 victory over No. 15 Colorado in Boulder this August. The Pioneers MARK FRANCIS Kansas soccer coach Tournaments under coach Jeff Hooker's guidance. excited." teams we played this year." Francis said. "That's not easy to do, especially at their place. It's a tough matchup, but I know the kids are "I thought Colorado was one of the best two Denver received 15 votes in the season's final NSCAA rankings, falling just outside the top 25, while Kansas received zero. Francis said the Pioneer's most potent threat offensively would be senior midfielder Taryn Hemmings, the two-time Sun Belt player of the year. He said the backline would have to stay organized and communicated well to slow the explosive Hemmings, who has accumulated 16 goals and dished out six assists a year after missing the entire season because of injury. she is the type of kid that can do it on her own," Francis said. "She gets a ball and she didn't necessarily need anyone else. She is fast. She is good one vs. one. I think we just have to be sure to stand her up and not let her turn and run at us. That's when she is the most dangerous." Fans can expect close to perfect weather this afternoon. Forecasts call for temperatures in the mid 70s. Kansas Athletics will have online updates for those who want to follow the action. "She is very good, and I think Edited by Brieun Scott MEN'S BASKETBALL (CONTINUED FROM 1B) know it, too. It doesn't bother them, especially after last year. 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The teams have met just eight times in history including 2004 when the Jayhawks lost on a controversial offensive pass interference call against Kansas late in the game. Mangino's BCS rant after the game helped turn around the program — Kansas was 11-23 before it, and 32-16 since. (2008 Averages and National Rank) BYTHENUMBERS 31st rushing defense (116.4) 116th passing defense (276.30) 84th 84th scoring defense (28.2) 68th rushing offense (143.70) 11th passing offense (299.50) 21st scoring offense (34.50) PLAYER TO WATCH Junior quarterback Todd Reesing The Austin, Texas, native wasn't recruited by his hometown school, Texas, Kansas Reesing TEXAS ROUNDUP... JOHN A. BORN hasn't played the Longhorns since Reesing has been a member of the team, meaning Saturday's game will give him his first shot at getting him back for overlooking him. Reesing plays well with a chip on his shoulder, and could be in line for a big game. QUESTION MARKS Can Kansas slow down Texas QB Colt McCoy? The Jayhawks will be facing a Heisman Trophy candidate quarterback for the third time this season in Texas QB Colt McCoy. Sam Bradford of Oklahoma and Graham Harrell of Texas Tech both lit up the Jayhawks for record-setting days. If the Jayhawks want to have any chance against the Longhorns, they must find a way to slow down McCoy. Can Kansas limit its turnovers? The Jayhawks have been turning the ball over at an alarming rate. Kansas will have to win the turnover battle to have a real chance against the Longhorns. COUNTDOWN TO KICK-OFF GAME DAY KANSAS VS. TEXAS 11:30 a.m., MEMORIAL STADIUM, FSN This Saturday promises to bring a battle of the QBs. Kansas 5-3,2-2 Big 12 OFFENSE Todd Reesing became the school's all-time passing yardage leader during the 45-35 loss at Nebraska last Saturday — the 32nd school record set by the Austin, Texas junior. Reesing was just 15-for-30 but finished with 304 yards and three touchdowns. He was only 8-of-14 entering the fourth quarter before erupting as he tried to bring the Jayhawks back into the Reesing game. Reesing has passed for 2,942 yards this season but has thrown 10 interceptions — three more than he threw all of last season. ★★★★★ DEFENSE The weak spot for the Jayhawks in 2008 has been the defense — hands down. After being one of the top defenses in the nation a year ago, the losses of Aqib Talib, James McClinton and defensive coordinator Bill Young seem to have had a bigger effect than expected. The Jayhawk defense is giving up an average of 28.2 points per YOUNG JEFFREY Holt game after allowing only 16.4 points per game last season Tackling, poor pass rush,a young secondary and injuries have all contributed to the poor turnaround. SPECIAL TEAMS The Jayhawks kick returning unit continues to be dead last, 119th out of 119 teams, in kick returning yardage. After being named a preseason All-American by several national publications, Marcus Herford inexclusively has struggled mightily in 2008. He is averaging just 14.7 yards on his 24 returns in 2008 and his replacement, Jocques Crawford, is averaging 18 yards ★★★★ Herford on seven returns. Punt returner Daymond Patterson took a 77-yard punt return for a touchdown early in the season but has averaged just 12.4 yards in his 18 punt returns. ★★★★ COACHING You can't fault coach Mark Mangino and his staff for trying. They have tried just about everything to fix the struggling Kansas defense but nothing seems to be working. They have tried to use James Holt as more of a pass rusher. They made personnel changes to the secondary. They have even tried rotating multiple guys in to keep everybody fresh. None of it has seemed to work, as the defense has given up 12 more points a game this year compared to last. ★★★★ MOMENTUM Kansas comes into this game knowing that they need a miracle to win the Big 12 North. Had they beaten Nebraska, they could have lost to Texas and it wouldn't have mattered. But the crushing loss to the Cornhuskers pretty much sealed its fate as runner ups in the North. They would have to beat both Texas and Missouri and hope Nebraska loses a game along the way to sneak into the Big 12 Championship game. Seems unlikely. ★ ★ ☆ ☆ OFFENSE 9-1,5-1 Big 12 The Longhorns have scored fewer than 30 points just once this season, and that's coming against one of the best schedules in the country. The Longhorns run through junior quarterback Colt McCoy, who leads the team in rushing (449 yards) and completes 78 percent of his passes. Recently, running back Foozy Whittaker and Chris Ogbonava have balanced the PETER SMITH Shipley B. J. Rains offensive attack. However, the offense still thrives on McCoy's passing to wide receivers Jordan Shipley and Quan Cosby. A defense can only hope to contain these guys. ★★★★ DEFENSE Texas' secondary couldn't put the reins on Oklahoma's Sam Bradford or Texas Tech's Graham Harrell, but then again, who could? The Longhorns defensive passing numbers are atrocious, but that has more to do with the stellar passing attacks they've faced. Texas' front four is a menacing bunch that excels at getting to the passer. The Longhorns hit both Bradford and Harrell more than any other ★★★★ team had before or since. They make up for any perceived deficiencies in the secondary. SPECIALTEAMS Top receivers Shipley and Cosby double as a dynamite tandem on kick returns; too. Cosby has 16 returns with an average gain of 21 yards, while Shipley averages more than 30 yards on his nine returns. The special teams highlight of Texas' season was Shipley's 96-yard kickoff return for touchdown against Oklahoma. It brought the Longhorns back into the game and proved they can --- Cosby 25 strike at any time. Shipley has also returned two punts for 68 yards, including a 45-yard touchdown return. Kicker Hunter Lawrence is 9-for-11 on field goals. ★★★★ Since le T UT texa MO No than games have e tion in stands, Okla COACHING Since Mack Brown took over at Texas in 1998, no team in the country has won more games. Brown's teams average 10.2 victories per season, and that's including this incomplete year. He won one of the most exciting national championships in the history of college football and he's a legend among legends in Austin. If you search for "University of Texas football" in Google, it takes you to the official UT athletics site, which is titled mackbrown-texasfootball.com. What more can I say? MOMENTUM ★★★★ No team faced a more brutal four-week schedule than the Longhorns. Texas played four consecutive games against top 12 opponents, and the Horns would have emerged unscatched if not for a dropped interception in the waning seconds against Texas Tech. As it stands, Texas needs help to reach the Big 12 title game. Oklahoma must beat Tech, but all that Brown's team can do is win its remaining games. They looked awfully focused in last week's 45-21 pounding of Boys Darrell Stuckey ★★★☆ — Taylor Bern @ @ KANSAN.COM - Check out game updates with photos, and "The Hot Route" podcast tomorrow on www.kansan.com. UT KICKOFF ATAGLANCE There isn't a long history There isn't a long history between the two teams, but Texas does lead the series 6-2. The Longhorns have won six in a row starting in 1996. Kansas' two victories came at home in 1938 and 1901. That doesn't figure to change as Texas comes into Lawrence with a goal — the Big 12 Championship. The Longhorns still have a shot at the Big 12 and National Championship, so Brown will likely tell his players that they need to not only win, but win with style. BY THE NUMBERS (2008 Averages and National Rank) 5th 10th scoring offense (44.3 ppq) passing offense (301.9 ypg) 37th rushing offense (174.1 ypq) 109th scoring defense (20.7 ppg) 6th passing defense (266.9 ypg) rushing defense (86 ypg) Junior quarterback Colt McCov PLAYER TO WATCH He's the soft-spoken boy next door, but with a victory on Saturday McCoy will tie McCov Vince Young for most quarterback victories in school history. He beats teams with his arm or his legs and McCoy's machine-like efficiency is just one reason to keep an eye on him Saturday. QUESTION MARKS How often will Texas hit Todd Reesing? The junior quarterback took his worst beating of the season last week, and Texas' pass rush is far better than Nebraska's. The Jayhawk offensive line will have to work really hard to keep Reesing upright. Will Colt McCoy bump his Heisman status? Most agree that a Big 12 quarterback will win the Heisman. This week, McCoy's contenders will watch from their couches. A big game combined with a sub-par performance from Harrell could vault McCoy back into the lead. BIG 12 SCHEDULE Game Time (CT) Channel No. 3 Texas at Kansas No. 12 Missouri at Iowa State No. 13 Oklahoma State at Colorado State Nebraska at Kansas State Texas A&M at Baylor 11:30 p.m. FSN 5:30 p.m. FSN 7 p.m. ABC 2:30 p.m. Pay-Per-View 3 p.m. No TV BIG 12 CONFERENCE A MEMORIAL STADIUM WILL ROCK IF ... TOP 25 TELEVISED GAMES Kansas can win the time of possession battle and not have any turnovers. If the Jayhawks can keep control of the ball and not turn it over, they might have a chance to hang with Texas. They also need a strong performance from the secondary, which has struggled in recent weeks. GAIL SAYERS WILL WEEP IF... The Kansas secondary has another poor performance and allows Texas QB Colt McCoy to have a big game. The Jayhawks pass defense ranks fourth worst in all of Division I and they must find a way to slow down the high scoring Texas attack. If they can't, it's going to be a long day for the Jayhawks and their fans. Prediction Kansas 24, Texas 45 4 Game Time Channel No. 1 Alabama vs. Mississippi State 6:45 p.m. ESPN No. 4 Florida vs. No. 25 South Carolina 2:30 p.m. CBS No. 6 USC at Stanford 6 p.m. Versus No. 7 Utah at San Diego State 7 p.m. The Mtn. No. 8 Penn State vs. Indiana 11 a.m. Big Ten Network No. 9 Boise State at Idaho 4 p.m. ESPN360.com No. 10 Georgia at Auburn 11:30 a.m. ESPN360.com No. 11 Ohio State at Illinois 11 a.m. ESPN No. 16 North Carolina at Maryland 2:30 p.m. ABC No. 17 Brigham Young at Air Force 2:30 p.m. CBS College Sport No. 19 Florida State vs. Boston College 7 p.m. ABC No. 20 LSU vs. Troy 7 p.m. ESPN360.com No. 23 Tulsa at Houston 7 p.m. No TV No. 24 Wake Forest at 2:30 p.m. ESPNU North Carolina State JAYHAWKSWIN71-56 KANSAS LOSES TO TEXAS 35-7, NOW 3-4 IN THE BIG 12 Weak offense and missed opportunities summarize Saturday's game. FOOTBALL 1B Kansas opens the season with a victory against UMKC. MEN'S BASKTBALL | 18 THE STUDENT VOICE SINCE 1904 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAS 4 VOLUME 120 ISSUE 63 WWW.KANSAN.COM MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17,2008 Student activists come out against Proposition 8 RY JESSE TRIMBLE jtrimble@kansan.com Members of Queers and Allies braved the cold in Kansas City, Mo., and St. Louis on Saturday to take part in a protest against Proposition 8, which recently banned gay marriage in California. The protest was an international event, with participants across the U.S. and in cities such as Hong Kong, Berlin, San Juan, Puerto Rico, and Melbourne, Australia. Shane Heslet, Rossville freshman, and Jared Kelly, Falmouth, Mass., freshman, protest against Proposition 8 in Kansas City, Mo., Saturday. The proposition eliminated the right of same-sex couples to marry in California. At least 150 U.S. cities held protests, according to "Join the Impact," a Web site dedicated to equal rights for homosexuals Proposition 8 was a California referendum that amended the state constitution to define marriage as a union between a man and a woman. Same-sex marriage had been legal in California since May 15 before the proposition passed. Kellen Bolt, Iola freshman and member of Queers and Allies, said he found out about Proposition 8 passing after President-elect Barack Obama's acceptance speech. @ KANSAN.COM Bolt said Obama's speech, which addressed gay and straight couples, was the first time he knew of any politician Yay for Gay! See a photo slideshow of the protests at Kansan.com Tyler Waugh/KANSAN addressing the gay community in an acceptance speech. But Ryan Campbell, Olathe senior and Queers and Allies executive director, said that, despite Obama's speech, Election Night felt like taking one step forward and two steps back because Proposition 8 passed. Campbell and one other Queers and Allies officer traveled to St. Louis Friday evening to take part in Saturday's protest, which was on the steps of the city's courthouse. "There was a lot of camaraderie;" Campbell said. He said a lot of speakers, including local religious leaders, spoke against the proposition. Bolt, who joined the protest in Kansas City at the JC Nichols Memorial Fountain on 47th Street, said he was excited to participate despite the 31-degree weather. positive feedback you see makes you feel really positive and hopeful that you don't care about the cold." Campbell estimated that roughly 1,000 protesters attended the the two demonstrations. "You don't care that you can't feel your toes," Bolt said. "All of the honking and Korrie Johnson, Topeka junior and activities coordinator for Queers and Allies, said the group in Kansas City had a lot of fun for a good cause. She said, aside from a few cops and a few "crazies," including a man with a megaphone and Bible, the public was supportive. "People were honking horns and waving. It was great to see," Johnson said. She said Queens and Allies members prepared for the protest with a sign-making party earlier in the week. The signs included phrases such as "Don't Hate, Invalidate Prop 8" and "Civil Rights Should Go Both Ways." Campbell said a few of the signs he made read "Love not H8te" and "Prop 8 is not Fabulous". Johnson said she saw an older man holding a sign that said: "I'm too old to wait for my civil rights." the Kansas City event, and the protesters joined in. The Heartland Men's Chorus sang at "It was a really good experience," Johnson said. "It was freezing outside, but we're still singing and being happy." POLITICS said Sunday he thought the state's Supreme Court should uphold gay marriage, but said he wouldn't join Democrats in a fight against the proposition. California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger Edited by Adam Mowder H.W. Bush explores past, looks to future BY ANDY GREENHAW agreenhaw@kansan.com ROBERT J. DOLE INSTITUTE OF POLITICS The University of Kansas Some tense and comical moments highlighted former President George H.W. Bush's discussion at the Lied Center Sunday. Bush answered questions about his career, the first Gulf War, his son's presidency, President-elect Barack Obama and the future of the Republican Party during a one-hour question-and answer session administered by Bill Lacy, director of the Dole Institute of Politics. Former President George H. W. Bush visited the Lied Center Sunday to answer questions and receive the Robert J. Dole Leadership Prize, becoming the first former president to receive the award Bush also received the Robert J. Dole Leadership Prize from the Dole Institute of Politics. Jonathan Earle, associate director of the institute, said that Bush was the first former president to receive the award. "In preparing for the interview, the most difficult part wasn't figuring out what to ask him," Lacy said. "With a resume as extensive as his, the hardest part was figuring out how to narrow down the questions to fit them within the hour." After Lacy's interview, members of the Student Advisory Board took turns posing questions that people across the country had submitted. Alex Rock, a Lawrence senior who serves on the Student Advisory Board, said eight questions were chosen out of 3,000 submitted. Several Kansas politicians also attended the event, including Gov. Kathleen Sebelious and Sen. Sam Brownback. A few interruptions occurred. A discussion about the Gulf War was interrupted when a student shouted that Bush had ordered the use of uranium weapons and accused him of killing U.S. troops. "The Dole Institute of Politics encourages civil and respectful discourse," Lacy aid to the student. "My suggestion to you if you can't be civil is to leave." Jon Goering/KANSAN leave moments, which was followed by applause from the audience. Later, three students began shouting from the back of the room, to which the former president responded, "I can't hear, Lied Center officials made the student unfortunately. I'm deaf and old," eliciting a roar of laughter from the audience. Travis Kimple, a Beloit sophomore who attended the forum, said he thought Bush was very entertaining and did a good job engaging the audience. "He covered a broad spectrum of topics in a thoughtful and humorous manner," he said. "I hope the Dole Institute does more things like this." Below are five of the 23 questions Bush answered in the forum. - Edited by Adam Mowder details We've just had a pretty decisive election. The Republican Party was pretty decisively defeated. What's the future of the Republican Party look like? Remember in 1964: Republicans were sitting around wringing their hands after we got wiped out in the Goldwater years — Lyndon Johnson winning by huge majorities, losing many seats in the Congress. Two years later we elected 60 new Republicans — and I was one of them — to the House of Representatives and we started back. I've called President-elect Obama and I've wished him well, but he has huge problems, not of his making, that he has to contend with, and Well I think I'd be one of the last people he'd turn to for advice, but I'd just say do your job. Don't be deterred by interruptions and the press on your case and all of that. But do what you think is right ... And if you get hammed when some legislation I think everybody should get behind him and support him. But when it comes to how we're going to try to do these different things ... I think those of us who differ with him on certain policies have the obligation to speak out .. What advice would you give President-elect Obama? doesn't turn out, stay in the game. I think he'll do pretty well to begin, but once the reality sets in, (he'll realize) this is a huge job and there are enormous problems out there that one president can't solve. That was a controversy. The Democrats made it a party-line vote whether to give the president the authority to fulfill the United Nations' resolution to use whatever means necessary to end the aggression against Kurdish. Many people know you best for the first Gulf War. Tell us about the coalition of allies you assembled when you chose to go in there and take Saddam's military out. wait ... But we were able to attract enough Democrats to vote for giving the President that authority ... You choose not to go into Bagdad and get rid of Hussein. What was your idea? The objective ... was to eliminate the aggression — get them out of the way. And I often wonder what would have happened if he would have picked up his weapons and moved back to the border between Iraq and Kuwait. We'd have been in a real dilemma. But he didn't ... Once we had the victory, I didn't have any second thoughts about redefining the mission. What was it like to have your son follow in your footsteps, and what advice have you given him? I vowed that I wouldn't be the old guy standing around, "You got to listen to me son." We just don't work that way in our family. He won and he surrounded himself with very good people... So I'm very proud of him. I think he's taken a lot of unfair hits mainly from some of the journalists at The New York Times. We're a very close family, and I will be delighted on January 20 when he gets back into the Bush family and out of this daily fire ... index Classifieds. .3B Crossword. 4A Opinion. 5A Horoscopes...4A Sports...1R Sudoku 44 All contents, unless stated otherwise, © 2008 The University Daily Kansan Sudoku. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4A FREEMAN AND BROTHER WERE KILLED IN THE PARKING LOT BY SOMEONELY. ASSOCIATED PRESS CHIEFS LOSE TO SAINTS,30-20 Kansas City (1-9) loses to Saints (5-5) at home.The close game left the team frustrated. NFL | 8B 50 25 weather TODAY Partly cloudy INFORMATION TUESDAY 48 35 Sunny WEDNESDAY X 62 30 1 weather.com 2A NEWS quote of the day "I went into a McDonald's yesterday and said, 'I'd like some fries.' The girl at the counter said, 'Would you like some fries with that?' —Jay Leno fact of the day Here's a list of the five most e-mailed stories from Kansan. com: 2. Humane society seeks funds through site contest 1. Kansas vs. Texas photogallery The average kid in America eats about 46 slices of pizza a year. most e-mailed — http://content.fsa.usda.gov 3. KU quarterback hopes for giant upset 4. Senior Jayhawks prepare for their final home football game 5. Second education THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2008 et cetera The University Daily Kansan is the student newspaper of the University of Kansas. The first copy is paid through the student activity fee. Additional copies of The Kansan are 25 cents. Subscriptions can be purchased at the Kansan business office, 119 Stauffer-Flint Hall, 1435 Jayhawk Blvd., Lawrence, KS 66045. The University Daily Kansan (ISSN 0746-4967) is published daily during the school year except Saturday, Sunday, fall break, spring break and exams. Weekly during the summer session excluding holidays. Periodical postage is paid in Lawrence, KS 66044. Annual subscriptions by mail are $120 plus tax. Student subscriptions are paid through the student activity fee. Postmaster: Send address changes to The University Daily Kansan, 119 Stauffer-Flint Hall, 1435 Jayhawk Blvd., Lawrence, KS 66045 media partners NEWS KUJH For more news, turn to KUJH TV on Sunflower Broadband Channel 31 in Lawrence. The student-produced airs at u12 p.m., 7:30 p.m., 9:30 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Also, check out KUJH online at ku.edu. KJHK is the student voice in radio. Each day there is a talk show and other content made for students, by students. Walter's rock 'n' roll or reggae, sports or special events, KJHK 9.7 is for you. 907 kjhl Spotlight KU Judo Club on Organizations BY ALEXANDRA ESPOSITO editor@kansan.com As the word "judo" translates, the KU Judo Club practices the "gentle art" as a safe, as well as effective, form of self-defense. The club also practices judo as a fun and rewarding competitive sport. "Judo is a Japanese martial art that specializes in throwing and grappling. Unlike wrestling, judo emphasizes technique over raw strength, which makes it a sport that anyone can become proficient in, regardless of fitness level, age or gender," said Nick Tallmon, Lawrence senior and KU Judo Club president. The club meets three times a week to practice and compete in state, regional and national tournaments. "We plan on holding a tournament of our own in the spring. We are also planning on having a children's workshop to teach the fundamentals of the art," Tallmon said. Tallmon joined the club to further his development as a martial artist, but has since grown to appreciate the camaraderie that develops amongst the Judoka, or practicers of judo. The club has 30 members. Although there are more men than women, the club consists of a diverse group of athletic students, who are led by talented senses. "Currently we are lucky to have Akitoshi Sogabe, a fifth-degree black belt from the Japanese National Team, as one of our main coaches. Sogabe Sensei is a professor in kinesiology, and has recently been hired to coach the 2012 Japanese women's Olympic judo team," Tallman said. Sensei Hikara Murata founded the KU Judo Club in the mid 1980s. Murata was the sensei until 1999. Since then, Josh Lester, Andrea Ayers and Chad Steele have been the club's driving forces. The main benefit of joining Judo Club is learning self-defense. Judo, like most martial arts, is also about personal growth. "Judo is about both physical and emotional development. Most members of the KU Judo Club have a strong sense of self, high self-esteem and confidence that comes from mastery of skill and success/failure in competition," Tallman said. In order to be in the club, members must pay $25 in dues and regularly attend practices. Members must also live honorable lives by being kind, generous and compassionate, on and off the mat. This past weekend, the KU Judo Club had a strong showing at the Eighth Annual Denver Classic. Sensei Akitoshi Sogabe, Konan, Japan, received first place in Men's Masters' 90kg and Erik Christensen, Wichita, took second place in Seniors Men's Advanced 66kg. Tim Bogner, Winfield, received first place in Men's Advanced 100kg and Ider-Od Bat-Erdene, Ulan Batur, Mongolia, received first place in Men's Novice 75kg. This club allows members to learn the art of self defense, as well as make friends and learn life lessons in a fun and competitive environment. To learn more about the KU Judo Club, visit http://groups.ku.edu/~judo/ or search for the club on Facebook. — Edited by Kelsey Hayes Blazing saddles An animal control officer and others try urging a horse into a trailer as they evacuate a home on Foothill Boulevard in the northern San Fernando Valley area of Sylmar in Los Angeles, Saturday. Pierre winds fanned a fast-moving wildfire that has burned homes and forced thousands of people and patients of a darkened hospital to evacuate. The fire in the leafy community of Sylmar on the edge of the Angeles National Forest broke out late Friday and charmed more than two square miles in a few hours, prompting officials to order about 5,000 residents to leave their homes. ASSOCIATED PRESS on campus The International program "International Education Week Kick-Off" will begin at 10:30 a.m. in the Rotunda in Strong Hall. The seminar "Theory of Timbre: Wittgenstein, Lorca, and Barthes" will begin at 3:30 p.m. in the Seminar Room in Hall Center. The lecture "Developmental learner corpora at the intersection of SLA research and L2 pedagogy" will begin at 3:30 p.m. in 206 Blake. The lecture "Galloping Glaciers in Greenland: A Slippery Slope to Worldwide Drowning" will begin at 4 p.m. in 317 Lindley. The concert "Visiting Artist Mark Ponzo, trumpet" will begin at 4:30 p.m. in Swarthout Recital Hall in Murphy Hall. The lecture "Emmett Byrne-Graphic Design/Visual Communication" will begin at 6 p.m. in 3139 Wescoe. The seminar "Always Wanted to Learn How to Draw Portraits" will begin at 7 p.m. in Continuing Education. The film "Paris, je t'aime (Paris, I Love You)," a part of the Tournees French Film Festival, will begin at 7:30 p.m. in Woodruff Auditorium in the Kansas Union. The concert "KU Trombone Choir" will begin at 7:30 p.m. in Swarthout Recital Hall in Murphy Hall. KUinfo daily KU info Pioneer Cemetery, which is just east of the Lied Center, contains the graves of early Lawrence settlers, some as old as 1855. 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E'S 5:00-8:00 PM OLIVER 4:30-700 PM GSP 4:45-7:00 PM KU Dining Services | kudining.com Snoopy and Charlie in the House GROCERY BINGO $500 in groceries & prizes Wednesday, NOVEMBER 19 8:00 PM MCCOLLUM RESIDENCE HALL WWW.SUAEVENTS.COM Union Programs | unionprograms.ku.edu THE UNIVERSITY DARY KANSAN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2008 NEWS 3A PHILANTHROPY University nears donation goal for local charity BY SACHIKO MIYAKAWA smiyakawa@kansan.com Every week, 9-year-old Aidan Easley benefits from donations made to United Way. He was matched with two Big Brothers in July, and they have done anything from going to a pumpkin patch for Halloween, playing video games or hanging out at a downtown coffee shop. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Douglas County receives money from United Way of Douglas County's annual fund-raising campaign. The University also holds the 2008 KU United Way campaign, which raised $197,000 since it launched in October, said Kelly Stazyk, KU Bookstores marketing coordinator and member of the KU United Way campaign committee. Aidan's mother, Molly Easley, Kansas City, Kan., graduate student, said she applied for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Douglas County to give Aidan an opportunity to spend time with an older male. "I think the program fosters his self-esteem. He can hang out with somebody who he thinks is cool." Easley said. "He looks at them as his role models." United Way of Douglas County has pooled and provided resources for local charitable organizations since it was formed in 1941, when it was known as the Community Chest. Erika Dvorske, president and CEO of United Way of Douglas County, said the University had been involved in the organization from the beginning. She said this year the Douglas County campaign set a goal to raise $1.72 million, asking for donations from local companies, school districts and individuals. She said the University's campaign was one of the largest contributors. Stazyk said the goal of the 2008 KU campaign was to raise $248,000 and increase the number of donors from last year. Strayk said the campaign asked for donations from staff and faculty because most students didn't have the financial resources to contribute. As of Nov. 6, the campaign has raised 80 percent of its goal, she said. Colleen Gregoire, vice president and campaign manager of United Way Douglas County, said a successful United Way campaign would make a stronger and healthier community. It would also benefit some KU students, such as Molly Easley, through local charitable organizations. Gregoire said the success of the United Way campaign meant there were agencies that could serve the needs of those students. The United Way campaign supports scholarships for childcare, counseling from headquarters when life gets too stressful and educational opportunities through the Red Cross, among other things, she said. Easley said she works on her homework while Aiden spends time with his Big Brothers. She said that 30 years ago it would have been almost impossible for a woman to raise a child and go to school, but society today had become more open to students like her. "Even though it's difficult to both raise a child and be a student, it gives me an opportunity to set an example," she said. Donations for the United Way campaign can be pledged through the Web site, unitedwaydco.org, through causes listed on Facebook, such as the United Way of Douglas County Cause, or by calling United Way of Douglas County at (785) 843-6626. - Edited by Ramsey Cox United Way University Campaign GOAL 248,000 248,000 190,000 146,000 KU 98,000 52,000 The University has raised 80 percent of its donation goal for the United Way of Douglas County Allison Richardson/KANSAN INTERNATIONAL Italian military tries to take down the Naples Godfather ASSOCIATED PRESS CASAL DI PRINCIPE, Italy — The paratroopers' armored vehicles had barely taken up position in this fiefdom of the Casalesi crime clan when the mobsters decided to show them who was boss. On a sleepy Sunday, a few hundred yards from where the crack Thunderbolt brigade was deployed with automatic rifles, two gunmen drove down the town's main street and pumped bullets into a 60-year-old man at a table just inside the entrance of a card parlor. The murder of an uncle of a crime syndicate turncoat left blood oozing across the stone sidewalk and a collective silence by potential witnesses among fellow card players, prompting a wry comment that the victim must have been playing solitaire. After dealing blows that left Sicily's Costa Nostra reeling and making inroads against Calabria's potent 'ndrangheta syndicate, Italy's new war against organized crime is challenging the Camorra, the Naples regional mafia depicted in a film just released in the U.S., after the mob carried out a brutal, months-long murder spree that included gunning down six Ghanaian immigrants in one swoop. In recent months, the government has sent 3,000 soldiers into other cities across Italy to help battle crime syndicates. Now it has poured 500 soldiers and 400 police investigators into the region northwest of Naples, with most patrolling the flat, bleak, provincial countryside that is under the sway of the Casalesi, so named for its stronghold here in the town of Casal di Principe. The deployment is set to last until December and could be extended if violence persists. Using the military against criminals is not new—it has been done in Naples and Sicily—but the theory still stands that sending in troops can free up local police who know the territory to intensify the search for clues and suspects. However, as shown by the brazen murder of the card player on Oct. 5, the Camorra is proving a fiercely tenacious enemy. "They are not in decline. They are very strong economically," said magistrate Franco Roberti, who heads a team of anti-mob prosecutors in Naples. The Camorra runs lucrative rackets ranging from numbers games to horse race betting, drugs and smuggling immigrants. The Casalesi are also involved in illegal transport and disposal of tons of toxic waste from the industrial north to the underdeveloped south, according to a report by a parliamentary anti-Maffia commission. But the Camorra, and in particular the Casalesi, thrive mainly on extorting "protection" money from a terrorized citizenry. "You kill one to teach a lesson to 100," is how Rodolfo Ruperti, a police official in the provincial capital of Caserta, describes the thinking behind a murder spree blamed on the Casalesti, which has claimed at least 18 lives since spring. Investigators described the massacre of the Africans as an intimidating show of firepower, possibly meant to signal Nigerian drug traffickers to stop operating in Casaliess territory. The attackers sprayed a hail of bullets at the immigrants chatting outside a social club. Victims have included relatives of turncoats, a few rare businessmen who dared refuse extortion demands and, last month, six immigrants in the nearby town of Castel Volturno. Ruperti said in an interview that investigators believe the driving force behind the orgy of bloodshed is Giuseppe Setola, a sharp-shooting fugitive mobster who was sentenced to life imprisonment for murder in the past. Setola is waging a "strategy of terror." Ruperti said. "He needs to use sheer power" to win command of the Casalesi clan since he lacks the charisma of imprisoned clan boss Francesco Schiavone. Schiavone, known as Sandokan after the hero of a series of pirate adventure books popular in Italy, is believed to rule the Casalesi despite being behind bars for years. Schiavones wife was arrested as an alleged clan paymaster in one of the recent police raids that have netted dozens of suspected Camorra members. A manhunt is on for Setola, who escaped in spring from house arrest, granted so he could recover from an eye problem. "His eyes can't be so bad." Ruperti commented drily — since Setola is believed to have carried out some of the recent killings himself. The arrests of Camorra suspects have dealt a severe blow to the syndicate, but it keeps finding ways to renew itself. "There are always new recruits, because more than being a criminal phenomenon, the Camorra is a social phenomenon," Roberta said. Potential mobsters are tempted by the mob's quick money in bleak towns like Casal di Principe, where most of the young are unemployed. THIS WEEK ON CAMPUS November 17,2008 Student Senate RUN ALL FOR TWO WEEKS! THE SERVICE LEARNING AMBASSADORS invites You to COMPLETE your certification by attending reflection sessions: 11/11 2:30 – 3:30 pm Alcove J 11/12 10 – 11 am Alcove A 11/13 6-7 pm Alcove J 11/19 6-7pm Alcove B 11/20 12-1pm Alcove J 11/21 2-3 pm Alcove J all located on the 3rd floor of the Kansas Union! For more information/questions e-mail slam@ku.edu Thursday, November 20th 7pm at the ECM presented by AIESEC ALJAZEERA how biased is YOUR news RUN ALL FOR TWO WEEKS! THE SERVICE LEARNING AMBASSADORS invites You to COMPLETE your certification by attending reflection sessions: 11/11 2:30 – 3:30 pm Alcove J 11/12 10 – 11 am Alcove A 11/13 6-7 pm Alcove J 11/19 6-7pm Alcove B 11/20 12-1pm Alcove J 11/21 2-3 pm Alcove J all located on the 3rd floor of the Kansas Union! For more information/questions e-mail slam@ku.edu THE KU MARKETING CLUB PRESENTS The 7th Annual Career Development Conference Friday, November 21, 2008 • 4th floor of the Kansas Union 12:30 – 5:00pm Open to ALL KU students, free of charge! Attend interactive workshops, compete in a case competition, and gain valuable knowledge from a panel of speakers. KU Habitat for Humanity Meeting Monday November 17, 2008 8 PM Centennial Room Kansas Union Agenda includes Collegiate Challenge, Act! Speak! Build! Week, and much more!!! Who: Delta Delta Delta Sorority What: Hot Chocolate Stand When: Nov. 17th - Nov. 20th 9:00 am - 1:00 pm each day Why: To support St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Where: Wescoe Beach Cost: $1 per cup & any extra donations are appreciated! ALJAZEERA how biased is YOUR news Thursday, November 20th 7pm at the ECM presented by AIESEC ALJAZEERA how biased is YOUR news THE KU MARKETING CLUB PRESENTS The 7th Annual Career Development Conference Friday, November 21, 2008 • 4th floor of the Kansas Union 12:30 – 5:00pm Open to ALL KU students, free of charge! Attend interactive workshops, compete in a case competition, and gain valuable knowledge from a panel of speakers. KU Habitat for Humanity Meeting Monday November 17, 2008 8 PM Centennial Room Kansas Union Agenda includes Collegiate Challenge, Act! Speak! Build! Week, and much more!!! Who: Delta Delta Delta Sorority What: Hot Chocolate Stand When: Nov. 17th - Nov. 20th 9:00 am - 1:00 pm each day Why: To support St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Where: Wescoe Beach Cost: $1 per cup & any extra donations are appreciated! --- --- 4A ENTERTAINMENT THE UNIVERSITY HARLY KANSAN Conceptis SudoKu By Dave Green MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17,2008 9 8 6 4 3 8 9 7 6 4 8 3 4 7 1 8 2 9 2 1 9 9 6 5 8 4 2 6 7 7 4 4 5 7 4 2 Difficulty Level ★ Answer to previous puzzle 6 5 8 3 1 4 9 2 7 3 7 1 9 5 2 8 6 4 9 4 2 7 8 6 1 3 5 1 2 5 4 7 9 6 8 3 8 9 7 5 6 3 4 1 2 4 3 6 8 2 1 7 5 9 7 8 3 6 4 5 2 9 1 2 6 9 1 3 7 5 4 8 5 1 4 2 9 8 3 7 6 THE ADVENTURES OF JESUS AND JOE DIMAGGIO SAY SOMETHING FUNNY! NUCLEAR FOREHEAD Jacob Burghart AND FOR YOU COLOMBUS, ON YOUR JOURNEY TO THE NEW WORLD, WE GIVE YOU THE NINA, THE PINTA, THE SANTA MARIA, AND THE PESADO. GOOD LUCK. ARE WE THERE YET? YOU'RE SO ANNOTING ARE WE THERE YET? SHUT UP! IF YOU SAY ONE MORE WORD WE'LL WHAT? SINK ME!? CHICKEN STRIP Screw this. I'm getting a basketball. Charlie Hoogner THE SEARCH FOR THE AGGRO CRAG It's the only one not zombified by Heidi... I'm the only one not zombified by Haiku! Noooo!!! Hey kids, we've had a lot of fun today. But remember, Haiku zombification is no laughing matter in case you suspect a friend or loved one has, in fact been converted into a Haiku zombie, please play three 6 Mafia; as this has been documented to ward off the Haiku zombie virus. Spay and neuter your pets! Goodnight! Nick McMullen SKETCHBOOK Mr. Tan wa was not happy. His students had no respect for math. He would change this. 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. HOROSCOPES ARIES (March 21-April 19) Today is a 5 You have just about everything you need, and if you don't, you can get it. You have so much, you could even put away some for the winter. If you haven't done this before, you'll be amazed at how good it feels. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Today is an 8 Today is an 8 Learn from a valued coach and friend. It could be anything from a favorite recipe to a formula for a happy life. Actually, those could even be combined. Ask and ye shall receive. GEMINI (May 21-June 21) Today is on 8 Today is an 8 Conditions are still good for increasing your income. Put in for that raise, promotion, new client or better job. If you don't have anything in mind, get busy with that, first. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Today is an 8 "Do you love and the money will follow? You've heard that before. This time, it could actually happen. It won't hurt your enjoyment one bit if you're doing it professionally. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Today is 7 TODAY IT IS The coming week's assignments before you get into them. You love surprises, but not if it's a rush order that overdue. Take a few moments to prepare, to avoid embarrassment. Meetings should go well, especially those involving planning. People will be practical and unusually efficient. It's even possible to get things done with a committee. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Today is a 6 VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Use your imagination to figure out what's required, and to provide it. If you can do this, and you probably can, great wealth will come to you. That has worked forever, and it still works. Drew Stearns SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov.21) Today is a9 SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Today is a 7 You're awesome. Others are impressed with your stamina and wit. You're a driving force in your team's performance, and what they accomplish makes you look good. It's win-win. Make money by cutting your expenses. Stop subscriptions to magazines you don't read, and review your interest rates. Make sure you're paying the least and earning the most. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan.19) Today is 7 Again, you need to delegate everything you can. Replace yourself with a person who does these chores better than you do. Create jobs all around you. It could take three or four to do what you do. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb.18) Today is a 7 Keep pushing as long as you can, by tomorrow, your enthusiasm for repetitious tasks will definitely start to wane. Be looking around for a helper. Having one will make this job a lot more fun. Today is a 10 Say if you see what you love, then say if you follow. This is based on the theory that you can get very good at whatever you love doing. There will still be work involved, though. 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Yesterday's Cryptoquip: SUPPOSE A PERSON IS OPERATING GREG LOUGANIS' VEHICLE ... COULD YOU SAY HE'S IN THE DIVER'S SEAT? Today's Cryptoquip Clue: D equals T Play Kansan Trivia! Log on to Kansantrivia.com to answer! QUESTION In 1971, what student group ran full-page of ads that asked, "Would you abolish the University of Kansas?"? $25 to Barnes and Noble Need a hint? Visit: Find out how little it costs to get the help you need! STUDENTS FOR KU.ORG 鱼 KU ENDOWMENT The University of Kansas Get a FREE price quote at www.allleveltutoring.com (Click on the Solution Center at All Level Tutoring) Solution Center Struggling in your Math & Science Classes? Get Math & Science problems solved 24/7! Send your Math & Science problems online and receive fully worked answers FAST! Celebrate all week long ..only at The Hawk $1 Miller Light Cans $1.50 UV Bombs Monday T Tuesday $3 Pitchers $3 Double Wells $1.50 Waterfall Shots g Wednesday $1 Almost Anything Jayhawk CAFE LAWRENCE WWW.JAYHAWKCAFE.COM 1340 Ohio • 843-9273 1 --- OPINION 5A MONDAY NOVEMBER 17 2008 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN LETTERS TO THE EDITOR The effect of gay-only school is exaggerated I would like to point out the erroneous reasoning in the piece on a possible "gay school" in Chicago to address the needs of an under-served population of LGBT youth. The author improperly equates the admission policy of the new School for Social Justice with the "separate but equal" policy. Separate but equal mandated segregation; this school allows any student to attend, regardless of race, sexual orientation, etc., with particular consideration to LGBT youth. The author blows way out of proportion the effect of one high school in a city of more than 120 public high schools (according to the Chicago Public Schools Web site) and nearly 3 million people. Even if every student attending this school were LGBT (likely not to be the case), the number of LGBT students "removed" from every other high school in Chicago, and thereby removing the possibility of teaching intolerant students "tolerance and acceptance," would be minute. The mass exodus of LGBT students from every other high school in Chicago implied by the author exaggerates both the intentions of LGBT youth in Chicago and the limited capacity of this school. Don't confuse diplomacy with appeasement On Nov. 14, The University Daily Kansan ran a cartoon illustrating the choice between "candyland" and "reality" approaching President-elect Barack Obama. In reality we see "big sticks" (military power), and in Candley we see "Neville Chamberlain" and "diplomacy" For the unaware, Chamberlain was the British Prime Minister best known today for appeasing the Third Reich and failing to act enough against Hitler. Comparisons between his inaction and Obama's plans to open the gates of discussion before opening the gates of destruction are birthed from the same reactionary primordial soup that feeds Rush Limbaugh, and like Limbaugh, are full of hot air. - Aaron Olsen is a senior from Overland Park. Third, the author makes mention of, and yet misunderstands, the intention of this school. There are those students who cannot learn in an environment in which they are continually harassed, much less learn or benefit from "surviving such adversity."To them "such adversity" is not an edifying experience, it is a deblilitating experience. These students need four formative years in an accepting, educational environment in order to surmount the harassment they will face down the road. Fortunately, the author did not need this type of school. Some students do. Diplomacy is an essential component of international policy. Our "shoot first and ask questions later" philosophy is rooted in the instinct that scaring or bombing the hell out of someone will make them cooperate and won't sow the seeds of resentment and retaliation. CAPITALISM CHAMPIONSHIP TEERWORK TRIFORMS TEAMWORK TEAM REALITY TEERWORK BIG STICKS TEERWORK TERRY BROWN VILLAGE TEAM Whereas appeasement requires that you fail to fight back once a fight starts, diplomacy seeks to ensure that a fight never happens at all. They're different, and in conflating them, we feed our hawkish culture and shut down the lines of communication. We pretend that war brings peace and that peace is a lie. Someone needs a reality check. Young Han C. Lester is a sophomore from Roeland Park. editorials around the nation What will be next for McCain and Palin What now for the defeated political team of Sen. John McCain and Gov. Sarah Palin? McCain goes back to the Senate and to a political arena that clearly suits him better than a presidential campaign does. McCain might begin by ditching Palin. She'll be a force on the Republican right, and the man who bears the responsibility for that would do well to disavow his running mate and all her brash ambition. ASSOCIATED PRESS PETER & RAYMOND BURKMAN Palin will be the focus of still more attention. She can expect to be asked about, among other things, a Fox News report that the McCain campaign had said she didn't know Africa was a continent. The dressrobe tales continue, from her $150,000 shopping spree to "Palin 2012" T-shirts for sale in Wasilla, And then there was the phone call from Canadian comedian Marc-Antoine Audette, pretending to be President Nicolas Sarkozy. Audette told Palin that she would make a good president someday. "Maybe in eight years," Palin replied. Or maybe not. Albany (N.Y.) Times Union Nov. 7 editorial HOW TO SUBMIT A LETTER TO THE EDITOR The submission should include the author's name, grade and hometown. Send letters to opinionkanans.com Write LETTER TO THE EDITOR in the e-mail subject line. Length: 300 words Find the full letter to the editor policy online at kansan.com/letters. LETTER GUIDELINES CONTACT US Dani Hurst,managing editor 864-4810 or dhurst@kansan.com Matt Erickson, editor 864-4810 or merickson@kansan.com Mark Dent, managing editor 864-4810 or mdent@kansan.com Kelsey Hayes, managing editor 864-4810 or khayes.kansan.com Matt Erickson, editor Lauren Keith, opinion editor 864-4924 or lkeith@kansan.com Jordan Herrmann, business manager 864-4358 or jherrmann@kansan.com Toni Bergquist, sales manager 864-4477 or tbergquist@kansan.com Patrick De Oliveira, associate opinion editor. 864-4924 or pdeoliveira@kansan.com TYLER DOEHRING Malcolm Gibson, general manager and news adviser 864-7667 msjhson@kawan.com Jon Schitt, sales and marketing adviser 864-7666 or jschitt@kansan.com What you should be aware of this month THE EDITORIAL BOARD THE EDITORIAL BOARD Members of the Kansan Editorial Board are Alex Doherty, Lauren Keith, Patrick de Oliveira, Ray Segebrecht and Ian Starford. WRITEY THINGIES GRANT REICHERT What did you say? No, don't worry. You won't be late for class. Excuse me, dude. Hey, whoa, wait up, I saw that eve contact. DID YOU KNOW IT'S SUNSHINE AWARENESS MONTH? I'M ALREADY AWARE OF SUNSHINE. NOW WHAT? OH... UH... I GUESS JUST THINK ABOUT IT A LOT THIS MONTH. YAY SUN! I'm raising awareness for a very important cause, so if you'll just stand with me here on Wescoe for like two minutes, I'll let you go. This is National Awareness of Awareness Month, a nationwide effort to raise awareness of awareness. Are you aware of awareness? Or would you like to sign one for increasing government funding to cure diseases that already have other cures? Our "End polio forever, once again" petition is still in need of some major awareness. But are you aware of breast cancer? OK, sure, but are you aware of lemur breast cancer? Here, take this rubber "lemurstrong" bracelet. Did you know lack of awareness is the No. I cause of not knowing shit? Here, take this pamphlet. We also have a Web site. It's called the Internet. Please be aware of it. I see that you are currently aware of my arms. Yes, this is a lot of rubber bracelets, every cause from gay rights to preserving marriage. The only thing my arms aren't aware of is rubber-induced anaphylactic shock. We have lapel pins for that. Awareness of Awareness needs more awareness. It's a troubling fact of human psychology that we can only be aware of so many things at any given time. One time a commercial raised my awareness of AIDS testing, and I forgot about the starving children in Africa for a week. Now I'm once again aware of the children in Africa, but I no longer remember whether I'm supposed to have some sort of moral stance on artichokes. This one is for finally putting a hippo on the moon. "Hippoastronomus." Here, take a T-shirt. That's Louie the Awareness Lemur. See how his always aware, pie-plate eyes are both of the as in "Be Aware?" That symbolizes Awareness and not necessarily just of lemurs and their related causes. But do be aware of those, too. But Raising Awareness is not just about rubber bracelets. Sending thousands of Facebook invites for groups, events and assorted profile bling is an excellent way to raise Raise awareness, not arguments. Remember the old saying "Opinions are like assholes. We all have them, and we should mind our own and stay out of other people's." your friends' awareness that your commitment to social justice is powerful enough to motivate you to move your index finger slightly. just be vaguely aware of them, Kind of a disinterested omniscience of all causes. Thanks for your time. And remember, honk for hemp! What was that? No, I'm pretty sure that's the way the saving goes. But in National Awareness of Awareness Month, we need to keep in mind one thing. I know I looked up at those giant fetuses and almost felt my opinions changing. Were I about to give birth to a 20-foot tall fetus, I can't say that I wouldn't airlift the doctor in with an M-16 and a belt of hand grenades under "search and destroy" directives. It's the birth canal, not the Panama Canal. Remember Justice for All, those abortion protestors with their giant pictures of mangled fetuses? Sure, they raised some awareness, but their pictures were too ... bold. We are about Raising Awareness, not Changing Minds. Before you go, would you like to sign a petition for some causes that are in need of awareness? Oh, don't you give me that look, Your offended. This is exactly my point — we shouldn't believe in things because that only causes grief, dispute and anger. We should Reichert is an Oberlin graduate student in law. ROD FITZHUGH @ FLICKR.COM Where our world collides with the environment ALL THINGS LAWRENCE DAN THOMPSON WARNING! DANGER! be aware of these signs and be careful. Don't get trapped! STAY OUT! STAY ALIVE! Cynthia Carroll, CEO of Anglo American, one of the world's largest mining companies, spoke about corporate responsibility last Friday Her lecture enumerated a long list of her company's social and environmental programs. She claimed that "the extractive sector is the antithesis of footloose capitalism." Her company is the largest producer of platinum in the world, and, in partnership with De Beers, another company based in South Africa, it is the largest producer of diamonds. Carroll's cogent and well-practiced lecture laid out her company's contribution to the communities in which it operates: the development of local infrastructure, the practice of fair labor standards, an open dialogue with governments, aid agencies and non-governmental organizations. Forbes ranks Carroll, who holds a master's degree in geology from the University, as the fifth most powerful woman in the world. Grist Magazine, a major environmentalist publication, nicknamed Carroll "Cynthia Cyanide, world's biggest scrooge" for her company's plans to build the largest dam in the world in Pebble Beach, Alaska, which would wreak havoc on the world's largest salmon fishery. But one can't help but assume that this carefully crafted message of corporate responsibility is a direct reaction to the prodigious criticism Anglo American has recently received. My inner environmentalist recoils at the thought of such monumental destruction of habitat and, consequently, the end to the Native Alaskans' traditional livelihood, salmon fishing, in exchange for heaps of gold and a little cash for the disenfranchised locals. And we mustn't forget the plight of those noble andromodous fish. But that's not the whole story. All of the material that makes up the stuff that we use, in our computers, in our homes and our bicycles and our backpacks, all of this must come from somewhere. So unless we are willing to abnegate our modern mode of living, as Theodore Kaczynski so eloquently advocated, we've got to admit that this industry is essential, and we must make the necessary compromise between resource production and the preservation of the environment. Global capitalism is an awesomely destructive force, but the costs of exploiting the world's natural resources are often outweighed by the benefits — scientific progress, raising the standard of living for the great multitudes of poor in countries like China, India and Brazil. Don't get me wrong. Corporations like Anglo American should be obligated, morally obligated, to mitigate the social and environmental consequences of their operations. It is certainly a heartening sign that a CEO like Carroll, first and foremost beholden to Anglo America's shareholders, must make such effort to emphasize the importance of corporate responsibility. Thompson is a Topeka senior in economics and political science. F 。 FREE FOR ALL To contribute to Free for All, visit Kansan.com or call 785-864-0500. My car got stolen Sunday morning. If anybody sees a white Hyudai Elantra with a Missouri license plate "PB7 G2F," please notify the Lawrence Police Department. --- I'm pretty sure the Salvation Army girl in front of Dillons is hot. --- --- --- Hey frats, peeping was cool about 10 years ago. I don't understand why our university paved over the old brick roads. It just made the roads worse. --- Hot-looking girl, looking for a date. Look for the curly hair she's adorable Jesus is not my homeboy. He is God. --- --- Last night I had a nightmare about 2 girls 1 cup. Operation Ho Ho Ho was a success. --- --- I have no real friends, I am dropping out of college and going to cosmetology school --- Dear Free for All, is it wrong that I love a guy who goes to Mizzou? --- I didn't know guys went to Mizzou. --- And you should know that's just wrong. I wish I heard the guy playing on the piano. --- I miss the days when we were actually good at football against sucky teams. Notice to all students: Beware the skunk around Templin. It likes to sneak up on you while you drunkenly pee on buildings. --- --- I told my boyfriend I was broke, so he told me to work the streets. Thanks. --- Free for All, I made you cup cakes --- To the guy playing "Landed" on the piano at the Union on Friday: You made my day. --- --- I really need to read over my lab notes, but I am going to read "Howl's Moving Castle" instead. Either way, I'm a nerd @ @KANSAN.COM Want more? Check out Free for All online. --- V THE UNIVERSITY HAILY KANSAN MONDAY NOVEMBER 17,2008 the guide What to do at KU. Coming in January 6A NEWS theguide Alumna climbs to Forbes' No.5 SPEAKER BY JOE PREINER jpreiner@kansan.com When Cynthia Carroll visited Skidmore College in New York as a senior in high school, science was near the bottom of her list of academic interests. She said she asked her tour guide one question: "I heard there is a science requirement," Carroll said. "How do I get it over with?" Carroll chose geology to fill that requirement because she heard it was easy. Four years later she graduated as a geology major and was on her way to the University of Kansas for graduate school. Carroll, who received her master's degree in geology from the University in 1982, currently ranks No. 5 in Forbes Magazine's top 100 most powerful women in the world. In the spring of 2007, she became the first woman Chief Executive of Anglo American, one of the world's leading mining companies. Carroll, who also received a master's degree in business administration from Harvard University, was on campus at the University Friday to meet with students in the business school and speak about the role a corporation like hers plays in the world market. Carroll's status among women in business has risen from No. 7 last year to No. 5 in 2008. Despite her success, she said she remained focused on her duties as CEO of a multi-national corporation as well as a mother of four. "I don't spend a lot of time thinking about these things," Carroll said. "I never set out a game plan. I never said I wanted to be at such and such a level. I just try to do the best I can at any given time." Anglo American operates in 45 countries around the globe. It is the world's leading producer of both platinum and, through its 45 percent share of De Beers, diamonds. Although Carroll runs many aspects of De Beers, she said the position within Anglo American and title of fifth most powerful woman in the world didn't come with any diamond-studded perks. "I don't own a lot of that kind of jewelry," Carroll said, "When I go to De Beers events with my husband, the De Beers marketing person is always running over to us asking, 'Where are the diamonds?' I own a little, but not a lot." Carroll spoke to a nearly-full auditorium in the Spine Museum of Art Friday afternoon. Her presentation, "The Role and Responsibility of the Multi-National Corporation," detailed many of her company's efforts to stay ahead of the curve when dealing with energy and environmental issues. The presentation spurred discussion on the impact of the economy on Carroll's company. Jason Hering, Hutchinson senior and president of Ecojustice, said Carroll presented herself in a manner fitting of the CEO of a world-leading company. "Being a leader doesn't mean all that much," Hering said. "It means you're better than the rest, but in the industry the rest aren't that good." Carroll said she realized she could be viewed as a role model for younger women. Her advice to students was to keep an open mind to career possibilities and try different subjects as she did. In the latest edition of Forbes Magazine, Carroll was described as a force to be reckoned with within the realm of world governments. Chancellor Robert Hemenway agreed. "Of course she is." Hemenay said. "She's a Jayawk." MULTICULTURALISM — Edited by Ramsey Cox Week celebrates international education BY BETSY CUTCLIFF bcutcliff@kansan.com Workshops and events promoting international education abound this week as part of the U.S Department of Education's ninth annual International Education Week. This week, the University will play host to 27 scheduled events. Celeste Morgan Yaluk, International Program assistant, said the goal for the week was to encourage students to expand their horizons and strive to learn more about international customs and affairs. "We live in a very global world, and this week is to attract KU's future leaders to become interested in our international programs here and abroad," Yulak said. The U.S. Departments of Education and State dedicated this week to spreading awareness about global affairs and encouraging students to participate in international programs. This year's theme is "International Education; Fostering Global Responsibility and Leadership." Some of the University's programs are held annually. This year, new events include "International Trivia Night" and "Peace Pole Rededication Ceremony." The Office of Study Abroad is also holding a forum on multicultural students' experiences abroad. Robert Lopez, outreach coordinator for the Office of Study Abroad, said studying abroad was the best way to learn a new language and also prepare students for the outside world. Megan McGinnis, Kansas City, Kan., law student, spent last summer studying international law in Istanbul, Turkey. She said being exposed to the cultural differences was one of the most beneficial things about studying there. She was surprised that some Turkish law students believed in keeping church and state separate. This has became a more controversial issue in Turkey after Abdullah Gul was elected the country's first political Islamist president since the secular republic's creation in 1923. Allowing women to wear head scarves in government buildings has sparked controversy in recent years. "One big issue we talked about was allowing women to wear head scarves in government buildings," McGinnis said. "American students were more on the side of allowing it for freedom of expression, but the Turkish students were more on the side of not allowing any expression of religion when it comes to the government." Lopez said it was these kinds of experiences that would make a difference on résumés and in interviews because employers looked for intercultural communication skills and knowledge of global events. According to the Office of Study Abroad, during the 2006-07 school year, the University sent 1,385 students to 66 countries all over the world. The University welcomed its first international students in the late 1800s and continues expanding its programs year after year. Joe Potts, director of International Student and Scholar Services, said the University also emphasized integrating foreign students. He said that practice gave students a better chance at taking home culture as well as knowledge. The weeklong orientation at the beginning of each semester gives international students a chance to socially network and get settled before starting classes. STAY IN COLLEGE! PAY FOR COLLEGE! FINISH YOUR DEGREE! STAY IN COLLEGE! PAY FOR COLLEGE! FINISH YOUR DEGREE! EDUCATION CAREER STABILIZATION (ECS): allows soldiers to stay in college and finish their degree while serving in the Army Reserve. • Get money for college, serve close to home, and not worry about deployment for up to four years • $20,000 loan repayment • Montgomery GI Bill To find out more, go to www.goarmyreserve.com or call your local recruiter at 785-843-0465. 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VOLLEYBALL 8B KANSAS TOO MUCH FOR SACRED HEART THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN IS MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17,2008 Jayhawks win by 42-point margin to kick off season. WOMEN'S BASKETBALL | 7B WWW.KANSAN.COM COMMENTARY Senior day proves 2007 was a fluke BY RUSTIN DODD dodd@kansan.com PAGE1B There wasn't much to say after this one, James Holt still tried. Kansas senior outside line-backer sat back, looked straight ahead and tried to make sense of Kansas' 35-7 loss against Texas. But really, what could he say? He had just played the last game of his career at Memorial Stadium — his last chance to find some of that 2007 magic. He was spent. Hed chased after Texas' uber-gift quarterback, Colt McCoy, for 60 minutes. So really, what could he say? They're just Texas, Holt say And that's all he could say. Kansas is now 6-5. They've played three top five teams — Oklahoma, Texas and Texas Tech — and lost by a combined score of 143-59. And more than that, the Jayhawks have been humbled, beat up and exposed by the Big 12 gauntlet. So can you blame Holt or fellow seniors Mike Rigawa and Prona Control. After a season of sweet, 2008 has been filled with sour. Holt didn't want to go out like that. He grew up in Altus, Oklahoma. A place where you either hate the Texas Longhorns or you find a new place to live. — the three players with the postgame duty of explaining what it's like to lose on your own senior day — if they didn't have much to say. "It sucks," Holt said. Holt and the rest of the seniors wanted to prove that this year was the fuke. And this was senior day. There's also something special about senior day. Maybe it's a little schmalty, but there's something idyllic about the seniors and the families and the culmination of a four-year career. And for nearly two quarters, they did. Holt, Rivera and Joe Mortensen. — not last year. They wanted to prove that Kansas could play with a team like Texas. "We were playing like that old KU defense," Riva said. — Kansas' three senior linebackers — played with the urgency of three seniors playing their last home game. The trio combined for 32 tackles, Holt recovered a McCoy fumble, and Kansas' defense stopped Texas on three straight drives during the second quarter. Well, at least for awhile. As Holt conceded, Texas is Texas. And Kansas' offense sputtered. Todd Reesing, who practiced once last week, got knocked around, Kerry Meier, slowed by a hamstring injury, played on one good leg, and Jake Sharp went to the locker room in the first half after taking a big hit. You can't beat Texas with guts on defense and a wounded offense. You need more. You need perfection. Nope. There wasn't much to say after this one. Kansas played another great team. And Kansas isn't a great team. So Kansas lost. "I wish we could have had a better effort for those seniors." Reeased said. Reeing shouldn't worry too much. Holt, Rivera, Mortensen, Cantrell and the rest of the seniors will be remembered for more than one lopsided score against Texas. They helped Kansas finish bowl eligible for four years. They helped Kansas win the Orange Bowl. They helped Mangino build his program from scraps. Holt sat forward. He looked worn down. "Nobody got injured," he said That was about it Edited by Ramsey Cox These seniors have one more shot. They can go to Arrowhead Stadium in two weeks and knock off the No.12 Missouri Tigers. They can avenge last year's crushing loss. They can feel good again. TEXAS 35, KANSAS 7 And really, that's all they can do. "Either we're going to lay down and die," Holt said. "Or we're gonna fight." And really, that's all they can do. TEXAS 6 25 Junior safety Darrell Stuckey tries in vain to block a touchdown pass to Texas receiver Quan Cosby during Saturday's game at Memorial Stadium. Texas defeated Kansas 35-7. Jon Goering/KANSAN OFFENSE STALLS AGAINST LONGHORNS BY B.J. RAINS rains@kansan.com The most telling moment of Saturday's 35-7 loss to No. 3 Texas may not have even come during the game. Asked afterwards if he thought his team was better than they have played the last two weeks, quarterback Todd Reesing had to pause. He couldn't answer the question. Maybe he wasn't sure if they actually were any better. Maybe that's just who this team is — a squad struggling to hold its own against a much tougher schedule. The silence lasted almost three seconds. Not just a better team — a much better team. Playing with national title hopes The silence lasted almost three seconds. "I think so," Reesing finally said. "I think the guys are fighting. I don't think anyone's giving up. It's not like there's a lack of effort. I think everyone's playing hard. Today, we got beat by a better team." still alive, Texas played like the football powerhouse that Kansas someday wants to become. It was another tough reminder that Kansas football has a long ways to go to be considered one of the elite teams in the Big 12 Conference. After playing the three Big 12 South teams that they didn't have to play a year ago — Texas, Oklahoma and Texas Tech — the jayhawks went 0-3 and raised even more questions about the validity of last year's magical 12-1 season. "There's a lot more to look at than the teams we played." Mike Rivera, senior linebacker, said. "We have a lot of new guys on the team. It's a different team than it was last year." The team may be different, but so are the results. A year ago the Jayhawks were taking an 11-0 record and a No.2 national SEE FOOTBALL ON PAGE 4B KANSAS 71, UMKC 56 Aldrich has big opening night The center finished with 13 points, five rebounds BY CASE KEEFER ckeefer@kansan.com Sherron Collins raised his hands above his head and clapped. His teammates on the bench jumped up and down and waved their towels. Cole Aldrich, sophomore center, just put his head down and ran to the other side of the court after he threw down a goal-shaking dunk on a fast break to assure Kansas a victory against UMKC. Aldrich was in no mood to celebrate. To Aldrich, the Jayhawks' 71-56 victory was simply a relief. "He just wasn't satisfied," Collins, junior guard, said. "Cole is a hard worker. He's going to keep working." Aldrich finished with 13 points, five rebounds, two assists, a block and a steal in the game against the Kangaroos. All of it came in the second half. Aldrich could only watch as his team staggered through a mistake-laden first half. He recorded two fouls in the first three minutes, which forced Kansas coach Bill Self to bench him for the remaining 17 minutes of the half. They out-scored the Jayhawks in the paint and only grabbed two fewer rebounds. With Aldrich out of the game, the Kangaroos never trailed. Without Aldrich's 6-foot-11 size, the Kangaroos were able to be more versatile offensively. It all changed when the Jayhawks came out for the second half with Aldrich solidifying their front court. UMKC forward Dane Brumagin hit a three-pointer from the wing to put the Kangaroos up 35-32 "We're not exactly near as good as a team without Cole playing at all." Self said. "We had to play with makeshift line-ups in the first half" SEE BASKETBALL ON PAGE 6B KANSAS 45 Weston White/KANSAN Sophomore center Cole Aldrich slams down a dunk in the second half against UMKC Sunday night: Aldrich was 5-7 from the field and 3-4 from the line in Kansas' 71-56 victory. SOCCER For 34 minutes Kansas fought to keep its season alive, weathering the first-half pressure applied by No.1 seed Stanford in the NCAA Tournament's second round. Blowout ends Jayhawks' hopes in tournament Stanford (20-1-1) added two more goals in the second half to rout Kansas 5-0 Sunday afternoon at Cagan Stadium in Palo Alto, Calif., and advance to the Sweet Sixteen next weekend. Francis said he was disappointed that his team didn't cut off shooting lanes toward the goal, but admitted the Cardinals made the most of their opportunities. Playing on the Cardinal's home field, the Jayhawks (13-8-2) never found an offensive rhythm while their opponents did what they had done all season — score and score often. "I don't know if they were five goals better than us," he said. "But they were clearly better than we were on the day." BY ANDREW WIEBE awiebe@kansan.com In the span of seven minutes, the Cardinals effectively extinguished the Jayhawks' tournament hopes with three rapid-fire goals to bring a disappointing end to 2008 for coach Mark Francis and his team. Junior goalkeeper Julie Hanley had two saves as Stanford peppered her with seven early shots, but there was nothing Hanley could do when junior forward Kelley O'Hara sent a long-distance effort into the top corner in the 34th minute. The goal opened the floodgates as Stanford's junior forward Hillary Heath and freshman midfielder Camille Levin both scored from distance to create a three-goal cushion. "It's disappointing because for the SEE SOCCER ON PAGE 6B 2B SPORTS MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2008 THE UNIVERSITY OF DAILY KANSAN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2008 quote of the day "They went crazy in the locker room. I'm glad I didn't get Gatoraded." Missouri football coach Gary Pinkel, Kansas City Star fact of the day Missouri, who clinched the Big 12 North football title on Saturday, had not won consecutive division or conference titles since 1941 and 1942. KU sports schedule Today No events Tuesday Women's Basketball: Iowa, 11 a.m. (Lawrence) Men's Basketball: Florida Gulf Coast, 8 p.m. (Lawrence) Wednesday No events Thursday No events Friday No events Saturday Saturday Volleyball: Texas, 6:30 p.m. (Austin, Texas) Sunday Releford resembles T.I. in multiple ways Women's Basketball: New Orleans, 2 p.m. (Lawrence) First off, props to my friend Tommy for coming up with this comparison. Freshman guard Travis Releford resembles rapper T.I., especially how T.I. looks in the movie "American Gangster" No word on whether Releford is a T.I. fan or not, but how could he not be? The rapper's songs "Live Your Life" and "Whatever You Like" are ranked No. 1 and No. Releford 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, and feature a sample from the Numa Numa Internet phenomenon, choruses that stay in your head for days and an earnest attempt by T.I. to turn the word poverty into a verb. What more could you ask for? Few artists have ever had the BY MARK DENT mdent@kansan.com top two songs in the country at the same time, but considering T.I.'s circumstances, the feat is even more impressive. T.I. starts serving a one-year prison sentence in March for possession of unregistered machine guns and silencers. He's definitely the most successful artist in music history who's on the brink of entering prison. Usually, impending prison sentences spell doom for musicians. Foxy Brown had to put an album on hiatus. Scott Weiland's group The Stone Temple Pilots disbanded while he was in legal limbo. NASCAR Johnson takes the title, but Edwards wins the race HOMESTEAD, Fla. — Nothing could stop Jimmie Johnson's drive into the NASCAR record books. Not even a final, furious push by Carl Edwards. His series-high ninth win of the year wasn't enough to wrest Edwards led a race-high 157 laps, ran out of gas as he crossed the finish line, but still won Sunday's season-ending race at Homestead-Miami Speedway. away the Sprint Cup title from Johnson. Johnson locked up his third consecutive championship with a solid 15th-place run, beating Edwards by 69 points to Join Cale Yarborough as the only drivers in NASCAR history to win three straight titles. Reletford has a long way to go before he reaches a T1. level of success, but he's on the right path in the early part of the season. He's averaged 6.5 points a game for the first two exhibitions, and earlier this fall led the team in scoring during its Canada trip. A flurry of first-half kicks ended their season. ARE NON-REVENUE SPORTS RETURNING TO PROMINENCE? THE MORNING BREW Stanford scored three goals in seven minutes and like that, the Jayhawks' bid for an upset was finished. They lost. Badly. But this season was still a sign of progress Johnson's titles have been won in the glitzy new Chase to the championship format, where the best 12 drivers compete over a 10-race sprint to the title. for the soccer team and a much-needed boost for non-revenue sports at the University. Lew Perkins has won awards, sat in a Super Bowl suite and gained national attention as an athletics director building basketball and football champions, but he hasn't built a solid stable of non-revenue sports. The soccer Associated Press THE MORNING BREW Outside of men's cross country and soccer this fall, non-revenue sports haven't achieved success at a national level in the last two years. The baseball, softball, women's basketball and volleyball teams have all finished at or near the bottom of the conference in that time. The baseball and softball teams made the NCAA Tournament in 2006, but only after winning the conference tournament. Neither team has returned since. The last time the volleyball team made it was in 2005, and the women's basketball team hasn't made the tournament since 2000. team's NCAA Tournament appearance is a start for KU non-revenue sports to get back to prominence. Perkins and the Athletics Department had better hope it's the start of a turnaround for several of the teams, because non-revenue sports need to improve. Horns hooked him Jon Goering/KANSAN FRANKLIN COLLEGE FOOTBALL SATURDAY Fox Sports Network sideline reporter Jim Knox nods a children's Texas helmet and joins fans in the stands at Memorial Stadium during Saturday's game against Texas. Texas defeated Kansas 35-7. Edited by Kelsey Hayes KICK THE KANSAN: WEEK ELEVEN Pick games. Beat the Kansan staff. Get your name in the paper. 1. No. 2 Texas Tech at No. 5 Oklahoma (pick score) 2. No. 15 Michigan State at No. 8 Penn S 3. No. 17 Brigham Young at No. 7 Utah 4. No. 21 Pittsburgh at No. 22 Cincinnati 5. No. 19 Florida State at Maryland 6. Iowa State at Kansas State 7. Oregon State at Arizona 8. Illinois at northwestern 9. West Virginia at Louisville 10. Washington at Washington State 10. Washington at Washington State E-mail: Name: Year in school: Hometown: 1) Only KU students are eligible. 2) Give your name, e-mail, year in school and hometown. 3) Beat the Kansan's best prognosticator and get your name in the paper. 4) Beat all your peers and get your picture and picks in the paper next to the Kansan staff. 5) To break ties, pick the score of the designated game. Submit your picks either to KickTheKansan@kansan.com or to the Kansan business office, located at the West side of Stauffer-Flint Hall, which is between Wescoe Hall and Watson Library. --picking eight of the weekend's 10 games correctly. Kansas has a bye week this weekend, but Kick the Kansan will be back for its second to last week. Don't forget to send your picks to KicktheKansan@kansan.com. 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In the first quarter, running back Jake Sharp's injury damaged the offense even further. Commentators on Fox Sports Network said the injury was to Sharp's ribs, but coach Mark Mangino didn't address any specifics during the postgame press conference. The Salina junior managed just 10 yards on four carries before trotting off to the locker room during the second quarter for a medical examination. Things weren't any better for Meier, who gingerly jogged off the field after catching a pass on the first play of the game. He returned later and tried to tough it out, but Kansas' leader in receptions missed a lot of time and caught just four passes for 32 yards. The dual absences left a giant hole in the Jayhawk offense. "It obviously changed the game plan a little bit with Jake and Kerry not being in there," Reesing said. "We never really got a run game established. When you have to throw the ball that much with no run game to fall back on, it gets kind of tough." Minus Sharp's final tally of 13 yards, the Jayhawks rushed for just 34 yards. Even worse, backup Angus Quigley coughed up two fumbles. Midway through the second quarter, Texas safety Blake Gideon forced the ball from Quigley's grasp and Deon Beasley recovered for the Longhorns. The play would have been a Kansas first down. Then late in the third quarter, Quigley just dropped the ball and again the Horns recovered it. Two plays later, Colt McCoy threw a 36-yard touchdown to put Texas up by the final score of 35-7. "I think if you get in the game as a backup, the least you can do is hold onto the football." Mangino said. "You might not rush for 100 yards and that's fine, but we've got to be smarter and more sound fundamentally when we're in the game." Mangino said he didn't know how long Sharp's injury would keep him out. He refused to use injuries as an excuse for the loss. "We're not going to sit around and talk about why we didn't play better on offense because of who was hurt," Mangino said. "We've got other guys and they're on scholarship. We've got to be able to move on, and we've got to be able to make plays." Wide receiver Dezmon Briscoe stepped up with nine receptions for 115 yards — including the catch of the year — but Mangino said one player wasn't enough. Reeing completed 25 of 50 passes for 258 yards and one touchdown. It was the third time this season that he's thrown at least 50 times. "Part of our game plan was to throw the ball a lot and throw a lot of short passes." Reesing said. "But we still needed to get a little bit more out of the run game and not turn the ball over with some fumbles." Kansas' postgame press conference was light on players because most were still tending to their wounds. Mangino said the game was the most frustrating offensive performance of the season. "It it just wasn't smooth, it wasn't in sync and it wasn't hitting on all cylinders," Mangino said. "It just wasn't the type of offense that we like to play here." Edited by Adam Mowder FOOTBALL (CONTINUED FROM 1B) ranking into arguably the biggest game in school history against Missouri. Now, they are just trying to beat the Tigers to guarantee a trip to a lower-tier bowl game. And it happened in a way on Saturday that not many would have predicted. After getting shredded for huge numbers against Texas Tech, Oklahoma and even Nebraska, the KU defense looked like the dominating unit that made it one of the best in the nation in 2007. They held Heisman Trophy candidate Colt McCoy to just 255 yards passing and stopped the high-powered Texas offense on four of six possessions in the first half. But while the defense showed up to play for one of the few times this season, the KU offense surprisingly struggled. The offense accumulated a season-low 305 yards and scored just seven points. They converted only six of 16 third-down attempts and failed three times on fourth downs, the biggest killers coming in the first half when they to convert fourth-down tries of just one and two yards. "Our offense did not capitalize on the opportunities that our defense gave us," coach Mark Mangino said. "We squandered a good defensive effort today." Mangino went as far as calling it the most frustrating performance of the season on offense for a team that entered the game 21st in the nation in scoring offense at more than 34 points per game. "That would be a fair assessment." Mangino said. "We just didn't exercise well in a lot of areas. It wasn't smooth, it wasn't in sync. It wasn't hitting on all cylinders. It wasn't the type of offense that we like to play here." Part of the problem on offense came because of injuries to two of the Jayhawks' biggest weapons, running back Jake Sharp and wide receiver Kerry Meier. Sharp appeared to injure his rib cage during the second quarter and called it a day shortly after trying to return after halftime. Meier seemed to injure his hamstring or quad on the team's first drive of the game and was used sparingly the rest of the way. Sharp's replacement, Angus Quigley, fumbled twice and gave Texas prime field position on both occasions. As a team, the Jayhawks ran for just 47 yards, but most of those came from Jocques Crawford late in the game with the score out of reach. "Yeah, this year the schedule is more difficult and the challenges are greater," Mangino said. "But I'm not going to make any excuses. We showed up, we played as hard as we could we played as tough as we could, our kids gave great effort every week out and here's the result." The result is a 6-5 football team that now has to somehow regroup before playing rival Missouri in two weeks at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. "We would always like to win more games than we have," Rivera said. "But there's only one thing left for us to do and that's to go out and play this last game the best we can. It's a little disappointing that we didn't win as many or didn't do all these big things, but we can go out and play this last game and end on a good note." For Kansas, playing for pride is about all they have left. Jon Goering/KANSAN Senior wide receiver Dexton Fields celebrates after catching Kansas' only touchdown during Saturday's game. Fields and the rest of the Kansas seniors played their last home game Saturday. 88 92 Texas running back Vondrell McGee scamper thir Texas 35. Kansas 7 Kansas (6-5, 3-4 Big 12) Texas (10-1, 6-1 Big 12) Total Yards 305 421 First Downs 18 25 Rushing Yards 47 166 Passing Yards 255 258 Time of Possession 27:47 32:13 Kansas Texas Rushing ATT YDS AVG. TD Rushing AT Jocques Crawford 7 42 6.0 0 Colt McCoy 16 Angus Quigley 5 28 5.6 0 Foswhitt Whittaker 13 Passing COMP/ATT YDS TD INT Passing CO Todd Reesing 25/50 258 1 0 Colt McCoy 24 Receiving No. YDS TD Receiving No. Dezmon Briscoe 9 115 0 Quan Cosby 6 Jonathan Wilson 8 93 0 Foswhitt Whittaker 5 Kerry Meier 4 32 0 UP TO 30% TOUCHDOW TUESDAY *Discount is available in store or online at kubookstores.com and does not apply to electronics, textbooks, consumables placed 12 a.m. 11:59 p.m. CST on tuesdays (following a RU football game will see the discounted price) on the floor. nst tl --- THE UNIVERSITY JANLY KANSAN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2008 TEXAS 35,KANSAS 7 5B urday again BAYTALISK 0 8 Weston White/KANSAN ugh the Jayhawk defenders into the endzone for the first of five Texas touchdowns during Saturday's game. Kansas held Texas to just seven points for much of the first half, but Texas scored its second touchdown with 44 seconds left in the second quarter and went to halftime up 14-0. nst the Longhorns in a 35-7 loss. 2 McGill 28 KU 40 Jon Goering/KANSAN T YDS AVG. TD 78 4.9 1 15 1.2 0 OMP/ATT YDS TD INT /34 255 2 0 X YDS TD 70 1 42 0 VIEW FROM THE PRESSBOX IT WAS OVER WHEN.. Jordan Shipley took the fake field goal snap and soared over the entire line of scrimmage. Shipley gained six yards and a first down and kept all of the momentum with the Longhorns, who went up 21-0 later on the drive. Colt McCoy. If not for Graham Harrell's last second heroics in Lubbock two weeks ago, McCoy would be the Heisman front-runner and his efficient performance on Saturday would have kept him on top. As it stands, McCoy's 338 total yards and three touchdowns will keep him in the running. GAME BALL GOES TO... Angus Quigley, Asked to shoulder the rushing load after Jake Sharp exited with an injury, Quigley mustered just 28 yards and fumbled twice. Both turn-overs came in Kansas territory and the second one led to Texas' final touchdown. GAME TO FORGET... OFF! WN YS OUOTABLE QUARTERBACK TODD Reesing on Dezmon Briscoe's circus catch on fourth down, which set up Kansas' only touchdown: "I didn't get to see a lot of him was on my back afterward. From what I did see that's Briscoe making plays. The guy's shown week in and week out that he's a playmaker. He's one of the best in the Big 12, if not the nation. He knows that he needs to make plays for this team because we rely on him. That catch just shows a little bit of what he can bring." Tick or sales items. All online orders must have receipt. Two Touchdown Tuesdays left! 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Before losing to Stanford, Kansas defeated Denver 2-1 Friday night at Cagan Stadium in Palo Alto, Calif., to claim its first NCAA Tournament victory since 2004. Denver (18-3-2) began the game on the front foot, putting Kansas' defense under pressure, but Williams' goal ignited coach Mark Francis' team for the rest of the half. Sophomore defender Katie Williams relieved some early jitters with her third goal of the season, and junior forward Shannon McCabe added her game-winning goal before halftime to stake the Jayhawks to a lead they didn't relinquish. Williams rose above the Pioneer defense to clang a header in off the crossbar from junior midfielder Monica Dolinsky's corner kick. It was a team-leading 10th assist for Dolinsky. "It was a really big goal," Dolinsky said, "especially considering the beginning of the game was pretty hectic. It let us relax a little bit more, and it was a shot to the heart for our team." The Jayhawks outshot the Pioneers 14-7 in the first half, and found the all-important second goal when McCabe got behind the defense just seconds before halftime. Senior midfielder Missy Geha slipped McCabe on goal and she made no mistake, slipping a shot into the bottom corner from the top of the penalty area. The beginning of the second half wasn't so kind as Denver pulled a goal back when two-time Sun Belt Conference Player of the Year Taryn Hemmings headed past junior goalkeeper Julie Hanley. "We had some mental errors in the first 10 minutes of the second half," McCabe said. "That ended up being our downfall because they scored. But I think we stayed composed, played good defense and were able to find a way to win at the end of the day." Denver had two late chances from dead-ball situations, but Kansas held on to give Francis his fourth tournament victory. Hanley is the second Kansas goalkeeper to win a NCAA Tournament game. Meghan Miller won the previous three. Edited by Adam Mowder MEN'S BASKETBALL Wichita State beats Florida A&M. 77-53 WICHITA, Kan. — Wichita State dominated in rebounding and pulled away to beat Florida A&M 77-53 Sunday at Koch Arena. The Shockers (1-0) had four players score in double figures, led by Clevin Hannah's 13 points. Ramon Clemente and Graham Hatch added 11 each for Wichita State. Florida A&M (0-2) was led by Lamar Twitty's 13 points. Florida A&M hung with the Shockers for a half. Dunnell Webb and Twity each had eight points before halftime, and Wichita State led 36-32 at the break. Associated Press Aldrich converted on a three-point play seconds later to tie the game. UMKC never led again. BASKETBALL (CONTINUED FROM 1B) on their first possession after half time. The layhawks set out on a 14-2 run from which the Kangaroos never recovered. Aldrich slammed two dunks with one hand to electrify the crowd in the middle of the stretch. His young teammates, in turn, fed off the energy. "I thought we did some good things in the second half," Self said. "We had some rookies really step up and play big for us." Freshman guard Tyshawn Taylor followed one of Aldrich's jams with an explosion toward the basket for two easy points. Then Taylor picked off the following in-bounds pass and added two more. Freshman guard Travis Releford scored six points. With 10 minutes left in the game, he poked the ball away from a UMKC ball handler and took it all the way down the court for two fast-break points. But freshman forward Markieff Morris stood out the most. He pulled down eight of his game-high 15 rebounds in the second half. Not a bad way to start a collegiate career. "I could have had more." Morris said. "But I fell like five times." Aldrich was at the center of it all. Even Collins, who scored a game-high 16 points, should thank Aldrich for some of his buckets. When the layhawks were pulling away in the second half, Collins burst through a small hole near the block and made a layup falling over. A Kangaroo defender could have stepped in Collins' way and contested the shot. But he was too focused on staying with Aldrich. Self and Collins didn't need the second half — where the Jayhawks out-scored the Kangaroos 39-24 — to convince them of the importance of Aldrich. They already knew how much Aldrich's performance would correlate to the team's success. If anything, it just reinforced what they already knew. "We've got some young bigs who don't understand the game like Cole does," Collins said. "We need him in the game." KANSAS 4 Junior guard Sherron Collins takes the ball hard to the basket during the first half of Sunday's game against UMKC at Fieldhouse. Collins was whistled for a charge on the play. The Jayhawks went into the locker room at the half tied at 32 with the Kannanos. Edited by Kelsey Hayes Jon Goering/KANSAN Jayhawks win despite lack of three-point shots RV R I RAINS BY B.J. RAINS rains@kansan.com rains@kansan.com Sometimes, it just one of those days. No matter how good you are, no matter how wide open you are, no matter how many you take — sometimes the ball just won't go in the basket. It was one of those nights for the Jayhawks from the three-point line, who hit just one of thirteen tries from beyond the arc. "We just couldn't buy one tonight," said freshman guard Tyshawn Taylor. "I think that's why we got down early because we had open shots and we just weren't making them." Sherron Collins hit the Jayhawk's first three-point attempt less than a minute into the game, but little did the 16,300 fans in attendance know that they wouldn't see another Kansas three-pointer the rest of the night. "It was just one of those nights," Collins said. "The main players that mostly hit three's just weren't hitting them. We just didn't make shots." Collins finished with a team high 16-points but finished just one of four from three-point range. Tyrel Reed, who hit six of 10 three-pointers during the two exhibition games, missed on all five of his attempts from behind the arc. Brady Morningstar, Conner Teahan, Markieff Morris and Taylor all missed on three-point attempts as well. very often and expect to win. And 65 percent from the line, we have to do better than that." The Jayhawks shot 40 percent from the three-point line a season ago and made 38 percent of their threes during the two exhibition games so Sunday night's performance from the three-point line figures to be just a rare occurrence. "We will definitely be a good three-point shooting team," Taylor said. "Tyrel and Brady are great shooters and they were just off tonight. I'm sure they are going to bounce back and we're going to make a lot of threes on Tuesday" When the Jayhawks weren't bricking threes in the first half, they were driving the lane and getting called for charges. The Jayhawks were whistled for four offensive fouls in the first half. HUMANITIES LECTURE SERIES 2008-2009 "We just got too deep in the lane," Collins said. "Instead of pulling up or throwing a floater or something, we just tried to go too far in. We have to do a better job of seeing that and dish the ball off to someone who is open." This event is free and open to the public. No tickets required 785-864-4798 * www.hallcenterku.edu Kansas also committed 21 fouls and had both Cole Aldrich and Marcus Morris sit most of the first half with foul trouble. Conner Teahan had three first-half fouls in just four minutes. The Jayhawks also committed 15 turnovers after averaging just 13.3 per game a year ago. UMKC had only four steals, meaning that 11 of the Jayhawk turnovers were basically them giving the ball right to the Kangaroos. Mariana Vazquez THE GLASS CASTLE: HUNTING DEMONS & OTHER LIFE LESSONS "Let's just call it like it is", coach Belf Self said. "We can't go 1-for-13 Jeannette Walls Jeannette Walls Nov. 18, 2008 | Woodruff Auditorium, Kansas Union | 7:30 p.m. jeannette Walls is the award-winning author of the powerful memoir, The Glass Castle. The book details her life growing up in extreme poverty and describes the harsh obstacles she faced in overcoming her past. From the desert Southwest to West Virginia, her account of an impenised life is a powerful and moving first-person testament to what it means to be poor. Additional Event 'A Conversation with jeanette Walls' Additional Event A Conversation with Jeannet Nov, 19, 10 a.m. Hall Center Conference Hall This series is co-sponsored by Kansas Public Radio, Partial funding for the Humanities Lecture Series is provided by the National Endowment for the Humanities' 2000 Challenge Grant. KANSAS KT R PUBLIC CATALYSTS KU HALL CENTER FOR THE HUMANITIES The lahaywis may have gotten the win, but they now have several areas to improve as they head into Tuesday's match-up with Florida Gulf Coast. $6.50 WALK-IN SPECIA SMALL 1-TOPPING PIZZA & 20oz. DRINK 20oz. DRINK DINE-IN/CARRY-OUT ONLY PYRAMID 842-3232 LARGE 16" ONE TOPPING PIZZA $8.99 "WE PILE IT ON!" "We'll get it together but right now it's a little sloppy," Collins said. "It's early in the season and we're just getting used to playing with each other. For some of these new guys, it's their first time playing college ball. 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SINGLE GAME TICKETS $8 Adult $5 Youth $3 Group (20+) KUATHLETICS.COM 800-34-HAWKS 2008-09 KANSAS BASKETBALL SPORTS 7B 0008 AANSAN 1-1 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN MONDAY NOVEMBER 27, 2000 ts pull or too bb of ff to y Cox WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Kansas dominates Sacred Heart,106-64 Jayhawks show killer instinct in season opener BY TAYLOR BERN tbern@kansan.com Danielle McCray dribbled through a few defenders under the basket and settled along the right wing midway through the first half. Point guard LaChelda Jacobs clapped her hands calling for the ball, but McCray shook her head and instead drilled a three-pointer, her fourth of the game. Tops on the list of things missing from the women's basketball team last season was a killer instinct. The Jayhawks simply didn't have the tenacity to slam the door when they had an opportunity to win easily. That wasn't the case Friday night. In the regular season opener against Sacred Heart, McCray dominated with 29 points to lead Kansas' rousing 106-64 victory. The Olathe junior also recorded five rebounds, two blocks and one steal in just 26 minutes. "The girl had more points than she had minutes played tonight," junior guard Kelly Kohn said. "She's an incredible offensive threat for us and when she's on, she's on." McCray was on fire from the opening tipoff and coach Bonnie Hendrickson said the key to her game was slowing down. "She's being very, very aggressive and her intensity was good, but she couldn't make decisions fast enough at the pace she was going," Henrickson said. "I said, 'Let the game come to you a little bit and allow yourself to make good deci- notebook FRIDAY, BLOODY FRIDAY Going for a rebound in the second half, sophomore forward Nicollette Smith caught an elbow across the bridge of her nose and immediately grasped her face with both hands. Smith stumbled around the paint, then removed her hands, allowing blood to soak James Naismith Court. After the game, coach Bonnie Henrickson said Smith was really swollen but she didn't know yet if the nose was broken. Danielle McCray said she had a tough time dealing with the blood. "I was even scared to go over there," McCray said. "But Nic's a tough girl. She was joking in the locker room after the game." Junior guard Sade Morris also dealt with a bloody injury on Friday. An elbow cut forced her to switch uniforms. The one they gave her was No. 23, the jersey freshman guard Angel Goodrich was going to wear before she suffered an ACL injury in October. Goodrich and Morris enjoyed a laugh on the bench when Goodrich realized it was her would-be uniform. In addition to Friday's victory, Bonnie Ball picked up a win off the court with its fourth commitment for next year's class. BONNIE INKS NO.4 On Friday, Henrickson rounded out her class with the signing of 6-foot-3 Tania Jackson, a local product from Lawrence High School. Less than two weeks after Goodrich went down, Jackson also suffered an ACL injury. She's expected to have surgery in the coming weeks. "We're thrilled," Henrickson said. "Unfortunately she's got the same deal going on as Angel, but she's been in good spirits." Once she regains her strength, Henrickson said, Jackson can play guard, forward or center. Henrickson has had an eye on Jackson since her junior high days, when Bonnie first came to KU. "It's nice to see it come to fruition," Henrickson said. — Taylor Bern sions." Henrickson said it's not often that she has to tell a player to lay off the gas. McCray said she let her defense dictate her offense and that resulted in balanced scoring. She scored from the inside and outside at will, hitting 12-of-16 shots. Kansas hit 60 percent of its shots and the 106 points were the most of the Bonnie Ball era. "It's amazing," Kohn said. "We did something we've never done before and that's really special." Not everything was perfect, though. Jacobs started the game with two turnovers and a foul. Henrickson replaced her with senior guard Ivana Catic, who picked up an assist on her first possession with a dump down pass to center Krysten Boogaard. "It was great that Ivana came in and did exactly what we were trying to get her to do," Henrickson said. "I think that kind of settled (LaChelda) down a little bit." Jacobs came back with five assists, four steals and 10 points. Six layhawks scored in double figures. "We did it in half-court sets, we did it in transition and we took good shots," Henrickson said. Next up for Kansas is a nationally televised contest against Iowa at 11 a.m. on Tuesday. Junior forward Porscha Weddington said she hopes the obscure time won't deter fans from showing up in droves. More important than who shows up in the stands is which No. 4 will they see. Henrickson said there was something off about McCray in the practices leading up to the game. "Not that she's played poorly, but I don't think she's been herself until tonight," she said. The real McCray is a beast on the court who will shake off a teammate and go for the throat. That player disappeared at times last season, but she was alive and well on that play Friday night. "I just felt, at the moment, that I was on and I had a hot hand." McCray said. "There are some times when I need to do that." KANSAS 4 *Junior guard McCray tries to shoot past a sacked Heart defender during the season opener on Friday in Allen Fieldhouse. Kansas plays at 11 a.m. on Tuesday.* Edited by Arthur Hur CROSS COUNTRY Weston White/KANSAN Both Kansas squads place in top 10 of Midwest Regional BY JASON BAKER jbaker@kansan.com The meet was held in Stillwater, Okla., at the OSU Cross Country Course, a familiar course for the team as it had previously raced there on Oct. 4, at the OSU jamboree. With a season of highs and lows, the Kansas cross country team wanted to end the season on a high going into its final meet. And sure enough, it accomplished that goal as both men's and women's teams placed in the top 10 at the Midwest Regional over the weekend. First was the Women's 6K where Minnesota took first overall. The Jayhawks took seventh place overall with the help of a top-20 finish by junior Lauren Bonds. Bonds finished 16th overall and was the front-runner for Kansas for the sixth consecutive the team with a 6K time of 21:29. With the performance that Bonds had Saturday, there's a chance that she could make it to the NCAA Championships that will be held Nov. 24 in Terre Haute, Ind. Bonds will have to wait until Monday to find out officially if she qualified for nationals. Coming in 35th place and second for the Jayhawks was Amanda Miller. The sophomore finished with a time of 21:53. Miller said she improved from the previous year at regionals, but the windy conditions played a factor. She also said the wind "It was nice to have to run the course twice." Miller said. prevented anybody from setting any personal records. Redshirt freshman Kara Windisch came in third for the team and 60th overall followed by sophomore Alison Knoll in 65th and senior Megan James in 80th place. It was the final meet for James before going into the track and field season. Soon came the Men's 10K. It was the first time all season that the team had to run a 10K, which Oklahoma State won. For the third straight meet, freshman Donny Wasinger finished as the front-runner for the team and 29th overall with a time of 32.09. Right behind Wasinger was junior Bret Imgrund at 31st overall and second for the team with a personal best time of 32:11. In 59th overall and third was Kaleb Humphreys. Humphreys filled in for fellow freshman Zach Zarda who was forced to sit out the rest of the season because of injuries. "It gave me more time to gain ground on some talented people," he said. "I ran conservatively at the beginning and it helped when I needed energy." Both teams came into the meet ranked No. 10 and in the end cracked the top 10. Humphrey said that he actually preferred the 10K distance over the normal 8K. 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The senior middle blocker had Kansas's first two kills as the Jayhawks roared to an 8-4 first set lead. But the Cornhuskers flexed their muscles soon after that. Kansas fell in three sets to No. 3 Nebraska Saturday night, and the emotion on Noyes' face was obvious. She wanted this one more so than the others. "Think of a team in any time of your life when that was the most important game of your career," Noyes said she told her teammates before the game. "That's how it is for Nebraska." Kansas played as well as any team has played against Nebraska early during sets one and two. Set one had nine ties and three lead changes. Unfortunately, Nebraska held onto the last lead change, and prevailed late in set one, 25-21. Set two was same song, different tune, as Kansas played well early and fought to a 10-10 tie before Nebraska stepped on the gas and won 25-18. But set three was a different story. "We didn't react well, especially late in set three," coach Ray Bechard said. It was hard to watch, as the Jayhawks seemed to fall apart right before everyone's eyes. An 11-3 run from the Cornhuskers filled with Kansas errors let Nebraska waltz to a 25-12 match and victory. Sophomore outside hitter Karina Garlington had a night to forget as she had only nine kills while hitting 156. It was hard for her to find the right words to describe the atrocious set three after the match. "With Nebraska it's hard to be down two sets to none anyways," Garlington said. "We were giving it our best, but just couldn't get it done tonight." Set three was filled with errors, miscommunication, and bad offense as the Jayhawks had five kills with seven errors. That's a negative hitting percentage and against a team like Nebraska, the match won't last very long. That third set was terribly disappointing considering how sets one and two went. Kansas hit an impressive .301 combined for the two sets, but Nebraska was just that much better. The Cornhuskers hit .461 for sets one and two combined with only three errors. "The first two sets, we were in it offensively," Bechard said. "They were hitting at such a high clip that it made it very difficult on us to get any string of points together." Kansas was actually out digging Nebraska after the first two sets, but coach Bechard said while Nebraska's digs were leading to offensive opportunities for the Cornhuskers, Kansas' digs weren't. "Our digs got to lead opportunities for us offensively," Bechard said. "Our digs just prolonged the rally, and when you prolong the rally against Nebraska, eventually you're going to be in trouble." It wasn't the way Noyes wanted to end her career against the Cornhuskers, especially at home. She will never get another shot to end the streak, but can only hope for what lies ahead for the program. In the end, Nebraska continued its dominance over Kansas. The Jayhawks haven't beaten the Cornhuskers in Bechard's 11-year tenure. In fact they haven't won against Nebraska since 1975. "I definitely want to break that streak," she said. "I didn't do it, but I hope some of these girls can, and it needs to happen soon." — Edited by Arthur Hur KANSAS 17 10 KANSAS 12 Sophomore outside hitter Jenna Kaiser attempts to hit a shot past two Nebraska blockers. Kansas was swept by Nebraska in three sets Saturday night at the Horesi Family Athletics Center. Weston White/KANSAN NFL Chiefs fall to Saints 30-20,now only 1-9 on the season BY DOUG TUCKER ASSOCIATED PRESS KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Like a slick and experienced salesman, Drew Brees knows how to close. Kansas City, desperate for a win, scored in the fourth quarter to get within seven points and had the home crowd raising a ruckus. But Brees coolly took the NFL's top-ranked offense on a 12-play drive that ate 6 minutes and 27 seconds off the clock and was capped by Garrett Hartley's 35-yard field goal. A moment later, Usama Young ended Tyler Thigpen's string of 161 passes without an interception and New Orleans preserved a 30-20 victory. It was the Saints' first win on the road since last Dec. 12 in Atlanta. The Saints (5-5) were 0-4 on the road before Brees threw for 266 yards and a touchdown. New Orleans sacked Tyler Thigpen four times and made two great defensive stands near the goal line. "The one with more than 3 minutes to go sealed the deal," Brees said. "Only being up by a touchdown, we realized we needed to put a drive together to put it away" "This is our time to make a run," Brees said. "We've said that for a while now." Thigpen connected with Dwayne Bowe on two touchdown passes and became the first Chiefs quarterback to throw for a score in four consecutive games since Trent Green in 2005. But it wasn't enough to keep the Chiefs (1-9) from losing for the 18th time in 19 games. "It's really frustrating," defensive tackle Glenn Dorsey said. "There were some things that we could have done differently. We were hanging with them and making some plays. But it always comes down to a couple of plays that we should have made that end up determining the outcome of the game." Lance Moore had eight catches for 102 yards, including a 47-yard touchdown strike when he got behind Ricardo Coldlough on the Saints' second play of the third quarter. Colclough was one of several unemployed players the Chiefs signed two weeks ago to shore up their injury-wrecked defense. "It was a slant and go. Lance did a great job of selling it and the corner bit." Brees said, "The second play of the second half really set the tempo for what we were going to do." Running back Larry Johnson, who had been benched three games by the Chiefs and suspended one by the league, made his long-awaited first start in a month and had 67 yards on 19 carries. Johnson also fumbled twice. 25 20 7 50 Jarrad Page intercepted Brees on the Saints' second possession. Nine plays later, Thigpen connected with Bowe on a 6-yard TD pass and the Chiefs, for the fourth game in a row, had a lead they would let fitter away in a loss. "I was so mad," Brees said. "I knew the coverage. It is one of those things where you look at it from the press box or on film tomorrow and say, 'What are you doing?' "We've got to do better," Thigpen said. "We've got to win a game. New Orleans Saints running back Deuce McAllister (26) goes up and over the Kansas City Chiefs' defensive line for a second-quarter touchdown during an NFL football game Sunday in Kansas City, Mo. ASSOCIATED PRESS That's the bottom line. It's not about me, it's not about what I do or what I put up stat-wise. It's about this team and we want to win a game." The Chiefs' line didn't have a good day, after showing improvement the previous two weeks. Culver's Signature Butterburgers... One Bite, and You'll be Hooked. $1 Off a Value Basket Exp. 11/7/08 2111 West 33rd St. Just off Iowa St. • Near Target SWIMMING & DIVING KU has huge day against Division II opponent BY ADAM SAMSON asamson@kansan.com The Kansas swimming and diving team improved to 5-2 on the season with its 171-80 victory against Division II powerhouse Nebraska-Omaha on Saturday afternoon. Kansas began the meet with a 1-2-3 finish in the 200-yard medley relay. The team of sophomore Iulia Kuzhil (backstroke), senior Danielle Herrmann (breaststroke), senior Ashley Leidigh (butterfly) and senior Maria Mayrovich (freestyle) won the event with a time of 1:46.11. In the second event on the day, senior Anne Liggett led the Jayhawks to a victory in the 200-yard freestyle. Liggett won the race with a time of 1:54.94 with freshman Shannon Garlie coming in second with a time of 1:56.11. The next two events on the day were sprint events, not traditionally swam except for in relays. In the 50-yard backstroke, Kuzhil (.27.21) edged out teammate Abigail Anderson (.27.39) to earn first and second place points for Kansas. In the 50-yard breaststroke, the Jayha-wks went 1-2-3, led by Herrmann, sophomore joy Bunting and senior Rhythm Malloy. Kansas also swept the 100-yard butterfly led by sophomore Brittany Potter who won the event with a time of 58.60. Freshman Kath Liggett and sophomore Alysa Potter finished second and third respectively. Sophomore Erin Mertz, senior Hannah McMacken and junior Meg Proehl dominated the diving portion of the meet. On the 3-meter board, Mertz finished with a score of 310.85, one of her highest scores during the dual meet season. Although the 1-meter diving competition was scored as exhibition for the Kansas women, Mertz placed first, followed by Proehl and McMacken. Mayrovich won the 50-yard freestyle (23.73) and sophomore Amanda Maez earned second place points for the Jayhawks. In the 50-yard butterfly, freshman Abigail Anderson took first place with a time of 26.97. The layhawks coasted their way through the last two events on the day. In the 200-yard individual medley Herrmann, Bunting and Kuzhil placed 1-2-3, but like the 1-meter diving, only Nebraska-Omaha received points for the event. To close out the day, a 200-yard freestyle relay that consisted of Mayrovich, Leidigh, A. Liggett and Mae placed first with a time of 1:37.73. Kansas will have a two-week break from meet action and will finish the meet season for the fall semester with the Kenyon Invite in Gambier, Ohio from Dec. 4 to 6. 1 — Edited by Arthur Hur NSAN 2008 ED PRESS r Hur 25 TOSHIBA THIS RIVALRY'S ROOTS RUN DEEP Alum's film explores the Border War's history. SPORTS | 10A THIS RIVALRY'S ROOTS RUN DEEP Alum's film explores the Border War's history. SPORTS | 10A THE STUDENT VOICE SINCE 1904 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18,2008 HEALTH WWW.KANSAN.COM VOLUME 120 ISSUE 64 1 SHOT: 100 CALORIES TRADE MARK Heineken® LIGHT BEER: 110 CALORIES BLOODY MARY: 120 CALORIES MARGARITA: 327 CALORIES All photos from Flickr.com's creative commons. Contributors' names from left to right: Saquan Stimpson/monsters az2000, viz22ual.com, Jef Poskanzer, Mel B. Calories by the drink: Source: drinkmixer.com, calorieinger.com, webbetter.com, 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee 12 oz. rum and Coke ... 361 calories 8 oz. piña colada ... 312 calories 7 oz. screwdriver ... 208 calories 7 oz. gin and tonic ... 189 calories 3 oz. kamikaze ... 180 calories 12 oz. dark beer ... 168 calories 12 oz. beer ... 150 calories How many is that? Alcoholic beverages add extra calories with little nutrition BY JOE PREINER jpreiner@kansan.com Anna Gillian heads for Fatso's on Friday night. She steps up to the bar with her visiting cousins and orders a bottle of Bud Light. Photo Illustration by Jon Goering/KANSAN 110 calories. 100 more calories. Gillian, Chicago senior, downs a shot of Rumplemintz. Throughout the weekend Gillian would consume nearly 1,700 calories from alcoholic drinks, more than normal for her. Gillian is one of many college students who drink during the weekend and consume extra calories. According to a 2005 U.S. Department of Education survey, 73 percent of college students drink an average of six or fewer alcoholic drinks each week. Some students, such as Gillian, have found ways to compensate for the extra calories from alcohol consumption. "I'd rather eat healthy all day than count calories while I'm drinking," Gillian said. "I'm not that girl." Ann Chapman, dietitian for Student Health Services, said female college students should be consuming an average of 2,400 calories daily while college males needed an average of 2,800 calories each day. She said the differences in required caloric intake varied depending on height, weight and level of physical activity. By drinking 1,700 calories last weekend. Gillian's alcohol consumption accounted for about 70 percent of an average daily caloric requirement for a female. Chapman said alcoholic beverages add extra calories while contributing little nutritional value. Jenny McKee, health educator and coordinator for Student Health Services, said students might often have a difficult time keeping track of how much they had consumed. She attributed the confusion to the different sizes of drinks many bars offered guests. McKee said bars had drinks, such as the 32-ounce Schooner at Louise's, that were larger and contained more calories than an average drink. Zach Sumada, Kansas City, Kan., senior, said he drank between eight and 10 beers in an average night out. He consumes between 800 and 1,100 calories each night, even though he drinks light beer almost exclusively unless there is a special. He said he didn't think about calories when he was planning on a night of drinking. "I eat more so I can drink more when I go out," Sumada said. "Plus then I don't get as drunk." Chapman said consuming too many calories could lead to weight gain. She said the extra weight could lead to more serious health issues such as diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis and hypertension. Gillian said she drank light beer to combat the calorie intake. According to The Washington Post, the difference in calories for light beer as opposed to regular or dark beer varied by 40 to 60 calories. McKee said people who abused alcohol over long periods of time could also suffer from the overconsumption of the "empty calories" alcohol contained. She said that alcohol impaired the body's ability to absorb certain nutrients, which was why malnutrition could be such a problem among some adults. "We usually don't see it in college students," Mckee said. "But it's important." - Edited by Jennifer Torline INTERNSHIPS Why students should start getting work experience now BY HALEY JONES hjones@kansan.com Internships are increasingly important for landing a job after graduation because the number of jobs fell in 41 states, according to a report from the Labor Department last month. A declining economy with fewer job openings makes experience vital in a job search. Because of this, Erin Wolfram, assistant director of the University Career Center, said work experience is important for all students. look at resumes that included "experiential education." Experiential education includes volunteering, job shadowing, interning, attending conferences and joining professional associations. Wolfram said students should remember that internships are competitive. She said having an updated resume, knowing how to interview and having a cover letter prepared before applying would give students a head start. "All of those things together make students more successful," she said. "The more experience they can get, the better." She said companies were taking a closer "You want to make a good impression so you can use that internship as a solid recommendation when you go in to apply for a job after graduating," she said. Kendall Rooney, Olathe senior, completed an internship with Ruder Finn, a public relations agency, last summer. At the end of the internship, her supervisor told her she could return to the company Wolfram suggested that students looking for internships complete informational interviews, which include asking industry professionals their advice for students seeking internships. after graduation. She said she was relieved, considering the state of the economy. "I was in shock and very grateful to have an offer like that from such an amazing company," she said. SEE INTERNSHIPS ON PAGE 6A ... index Sara Shannon stands in front of the Capitol after she spent spring semester internning for Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.). As the number of jobs falls with the sourcing economy, securing inter- Mary C. Blankenship Classifieds ... 8A Crossword ... 4A Horoscopes ... 4A ships is more important for students. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO Opinion...5A Sports...10A Sudoku...4A All contents, unless stated otherwise; © 2008 The University Daily Kansan ASSOCIATED PRESS BOYD JAMES SA JACKSON SUED BY ARAB SHEIKH The singer is going to court regarding a $7 million book and album advance. CELEBRITY | 4A weather T TODAY 48 34 Motty sunny WEDNESDAY 64 32 Sunny 4822 1 THURSDAY 48 22 Mostly sunny weather.com 4 1. 4 2A NEWS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2008 quote of the day "Unemployment is capitalism's way of getting you to plant a garden." 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Whether it is rock, 'n' roll or reggae, sports or special events, KJH 90. 907 kjh.j In fall or reggae, sports or special events, KJHK 90.7 is for you. contact US Tell us your news Contact Mr Erickson, Mark Dent, Dante Macaw Hawley or Mary Sorryte at bm104 or editor at kansan.com 11 Kansas newsroom Kansasauffer Fint Hall Lawrence, KS 65045 (785) 864-4810 Iraqi lawmakers debate pact with U.S. لعين العسكر ASSOCIATED PRESS An Iraqi girl looks watches a passing U.S. Army soldier of Lightning Troop, 3rd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment during a routine U.S. Army patrol in the Al Islah Al Serai neighborhood in northwestern Mosul 224 miles northwest of Baghdad, Iraq, Monday. Iraqi lawmakers began a debate over a pact with the United States that will allow U.S. forces to remain in Iraq until 2011. An Iranian official close to that country's leadership praised the Iraqi Cabinet for approving the deal. Abortion provider's attorney spars with Kline ASSOCIATED PRESS WICHITA — Attorneys for abortion provider George Tiller tried to show in court Monday that former Attorney General Phill Kline was planning to prosecute Tiller even before he took office. Tiller made a rare court appearance to watch as one of his attorneys sparred with Kline, who launched an investigation of the Wichita doctor more than five years ago. Tiller, one of the few U.S. physicians performing late-term abortions, is accused of violating Kansas' restrictions on those procedures. He faces 19 misdemeans in Sedgwick County District Court, filed by Kline's successor as attorney general. But the case rests partly on evidence Kline gathered. Tiller's attorneys have asked District Judge Clark Owens to suppress the evidence linked to Kline or to dismiss the charges. They have accused Kline, an anti-abortion Republican, of "outrageous" conduct in his pursuit of Tiller, including intentionally misleading judges and state agencies and argue that Kline's actions poisoned the entire case. Kline says Tiller is simply trying to avoid prosecution. In court Monday, Tiller attorney Dan Monnat asked Kline whether, during his campaign, he assumed Tiller was breaking the law. "I had reason to believe that he was," Kline said. "My belief was that the law was not being enforced." Kline was the first witness called by Tiller's attorneys, and his testimony lasted about three hours. He is expected to testify again Friday. Tiller, who has largely skipped court hearings, sat with his attorneys at the defense tables, occasionally taking a note or doodling on a yellow legal pad. On his shirt was a button saying "Attitude is everything." Monnat questioned Kline about his opposition to abortion, and Kline acknowledged that he would like to see all abortions banned. Tiller's attorneys also have raised as an issue a sex scandal that forced Kline's successor, former "You wanted to do something about it," Monnat said. Attorney General Paul Morrison, to resign from office, arguing that Morrison's mistress, while working for Kline, pressured Morrison into filing charges in June 2007. Kline replied: "I wanted to enforce the law" Monnat also had Kline review several internal memos from the attorney general's office in 2003. One, by Tom Williams, Kline's chief investigator, summarized an April 1, 2003, meeting with Kline and his top deputy, in which they discussed investigating Tiller over allegations that he wasn't reporting cases of children being raped to authorities, as required by law. Kline told Monnat that he and his staff were looking at all abortion providers, but, "We had specific information coming forward about Dr. Tiller, as I recall." The memo said Kline had received numerous inquiries about Tiller, but didn't say who specifically had complained. Monnat suggested Kline was the only person reporting such complaints. Tiller never was charged with failing to report to authorities instances of sexual abuse, but Kline said he had a "reasoned belief" then that Tiller might be. "What we would like to do in this case is take away all that publicity and all that excitement and focus on the law." Assistant Attorney General Barry Disney told the judge. What do you think? BY JACOB MUSELMANN WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLANET? Praveen SARAH ABRAHAM SARAH ABRAHAM Shawnee sophomore "Does Pluto still count?" BRETT SCHULTE Lawrence senior "Earth. There's proven life here." Maryann M. Sutherland "Saturn, because of the rings and a whole bunch of crazy gases spinning around that don't resemble our atmosphere." NEIL TURNOCK Chicago junior LOGAN NICKELS Stillwater, Okla., junior "Uranus, for hilarity purposes." Flu Immunization Clinic will begin at 10 a.m. at the Traditions Area in the Kansas Union. The international program "International Education Week Open House" will begin at 11:30 a.m. at Third Floor West in Watson Library. The lecture "Life Along the Volga" will begin at noon in 318 Bailey Hall. The workshop "Supervisory Training for Excellence in Performance" will begin at 9 a.m. in 204 JRP Hall. The University Senate Executive Committee Meeting will begin at 3:30 p.m. at the Provost Conference Room in Strong Hall. on campus The lecture "The HIV/AIDS Epidemic: A Challenge for Sub-Saharan Africa" will begin at 4 p.m. at The Commons in Spooner Hall. The lecture "The Glass Castle: Hunting Demons and Other Life Lessons" will begin at 7:30 p.m.at Woodruff Auditorium in the Kansas Union. The seminar "Broadway Comes to the Lied Center, 2008-09" will begin at 2 p.m. in Continuing Education. KUinfo daily KU info This is International Education Week. With more than 1,800 international students and visiting scholars, the University celebrates with more than a dozen programs including a Libraries Open House and a Harvest Feast potluck dinner. On Nov.17, the KU Public Safety Office reported that: on the record Provost Richard Lariviere invites you to: When On Nov. 14, officers investigated two separate instances involving marijuana in McCollum Hall. While responding to one complaint of marijuana odor, the investigating officer entered the room where he believed the smell originated, finding a marijuana pipe and other paraphernalia. In the other instance, the reporting person found "a small bag of green vegetation" that smelled like marijuana on the floor in a hallway. On the same day, an individual who had left his wallet unattended at the Student Recreation Fitness Center reported that a credit card was removed and used without his permission. "The HIV/AIDS Epidemic: A Challenge for Sub-Saharan Africa" by Elizabeth Asiedu Recipient of the 22nd Byron T. Shutz Award for Teaching Tuesday, November 18,2008 4:00 p.m. at The Commons at Spooner Hall 1340 Jayhawk Blvd. Hors D'oeuvres and Beverage Reception to immediately follow C. A. M. HUMANITIES LECTURE SERIES 2008-2009 This event is free and open to the public. No tickets required. 785-864-4794 *www.hallencenter.ku.edu* THE GLASS CASTLE: HUNTING DEMONS & OTHER LIFE LESSONS Jeannette Walls Nov. 18, 2008 | Woodruff Auditorium, Kansas Union | 7:30 p.m. jeannette Walls is the award-winning author of the powerful memoir, The Glass Castle. The book details her life growing up in extreme poverty and describes the harsh obstacles she faced in overcoming her past. From the desert Southwest to West Virginia, her account of an impoverished life is a powerful and moving first-person testament to what it means to be poor. Additional Event 'A Conversation with jeannette Wall's "A Conversation with Jeannette Walls" Nov. 19, 10 a.m. Hall Center Conference Hall This series is co-sponsored by Kansas Public Radio. Partial funding for the Humanities Lecture Series is provided by the National Endowment for the Humanities' 2000 Challenge Grant. KU HALL CENTER FOR THE HUMANITIES KU HALL CENTER FOR THE HUMANITIES The University of Kansas KANSAS UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS 2 KANSAS KPR PUBLIC STUDIO R. --- THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2008 NEWS 3A NATIONAL ASSOCIATED PRESS 107269385678 Amanda Durese tries to shield herself from the smoke as she sits in the freeway after a brush fire shut down west bound interstate 91 on Yorba Linda, Calif. Saturday. Residents tour burned L.A. mobile home park BY AMY TAXIN ASSOCIATED PRESS LOS ANGELES — Stacks of charred bricks, blackened shells of cars and burned tree trunks were all that remained Monday in much of the community some residents once called the "Beverly Hills of mobile home parks." The mostly retired residents returned to see what was left of their homes at Oakridge Mobile Home Park, where winds with hurricane intensity blew a wall of fire through nearly 500 manufactured homes and set them ablaze so quickly that even firefighters had to drop their hoses and run. "It looks like a war zone — no trees, no buildings," said Michele Warneck, 54, who burst into tears after returning from the park. She had watched her two-bedroom house burn on the television news. "Everything that was porcelain just blew up." Once considered a paradise with swimming pools and tennis courts, the park was now roamed by cadaver-sniffing dogs in search of anyone who didn't escape. The inferno destroyed 484 homes in the park Saturday. Firefighters were able to save about 120 homes, but many were badly damaged. The fire was one of three that have destroyed about 1,000 homes and apartments and burned 41,000 acres, or 64 square miles, forcing thousands to flee. Most evacuation orders were lifted by Monday, when clear skies and calm winds allowed firefighters to make some gains, but officials warned of another bad air day and classes were canceled at dozens of schools near fire zones in Orange County. In Sylmar, scores of residents stood in line outside a high school gymnasium for tours of the charred mobile home park where retires once played tennis, took a dip in a jacuzzi and played Mahjong solitaire and poker. Those whose homes were destroyed were shuttled through the neighborhood in a black van. Police were still investigating the fire, so people weren't allowed to get out and sift through the ashes for scraps of their belongings. ECONOMY Despite a decrease in the value of KU Endowment's assets, Endowment officials say they do not have plans to decrease support to students Endowment-funded loans safe BY FRANCESCA CHAMBERS fchambers@kansan.com Danielle Rittenhouse thought she had exhausted all the financial aid resources available. The economy was down and the amount of money she had already borrowed in federal loans was high. She didn't know what she would do. Then, last week, Rittenhouse, a Philadelphia senior, learned she could apply for a student loan through the KU Endowment Association. Within three days she was approved. Within three more she had her money. Despite the global economic crisis, students who count on KU Endowment-funded loans and scholarships don't have to worry about losing financial aid next semester or having more difficulties obtaining aid. KU Endowment officials said the association had no plans to decrease the amount of support it was providing to students. "I was actually more confident in KU Endowment than other banks," she said. "In general, I was definitely nervous about obtaining a loan from anyone." This optimism comes despite a $5 million loss in total assets. KU Endowment assets were worth only $1.52 billion in 2008 compared with $1.57 billion in 2007 — a 2.9 percent decrease in value. Jeff Davis, KU Endowment senior vice president for finance and treasurer; said the loss was offset by the increase in donor contributions. During KU Endowment's 2008 fiscal year, which ended June 30, a record-breaking amount of money was donated to the University. "I think we can continue to operate indefinitely," Davis said. "I don't think there's a time we will not be able to operate normally." The increased number of donors and dollars allowed Endowment to improve student support scholarships, fellowships, awards and loans — by 15 percent and increase caps on the amount of money students could borrow from endowment, even though KU Endowment lost money overall. Jerome Davies, KU Endowment senior vice president and corporate secretary of the board of trustees, said he was not sure what to expect in the next fiscal year as far as contributions were concerned, but he said he thought donors who cared about the University would continue to give to the University, irrespective of the market. Davies said that only a few weeks ago a donor announced that she would give $20 million over several years to the University's cancer research program. "While it may be challenging as a time frame in our country, it doesn't need correlate to having a bad fund-raising year at KU" he said. He said it was hard for him to judge whether the amount of money being collected had significantly decreased this fiscal year already, especially if the record-breaking numbers of last fiscal year were taken into consideration, but that he felt good about the numbers he had seen so far. But, Paul Koch, professor of business, said the situation might be more grave than KU Endowment officials were willing to admit. "I hope that I am wrong about this, but I will be surprised if the crisis in the market and the economy does not have a significant detrimental impact on donor giving in the next year," he said. Davis acknowledged that the amount of money collected from donors could decrease within the next year if the global economic crisis deepens, which would substantially decrease the association's ability to fund the University. "I think we are forward thinking, but I think cautiously and responsibly so," Davis said. Yet, Kelly Welch, a school of business fellow, said about 80 percent of KU Endowment's investments were in stocks and related assets, an investment strategy that he called risky. Welch said he agreed with KU Endowment's investment strategies, though because high risks have generally yielded high rewards for KU Endowment throughout the past decade. "Their goals and their practices are in line with what is best for the University for the next 100 years," he said. The University's Endowment has fared well compared with those at some other universities. The president of Northwestern University, Henry S. Bienen, said in mid-October that losses the university's endowment was facing would not affect students, but said the university would not likely hire any new faculty or staff members. Harvard University's president said last week the institution was seeking to substantially reduce its budget as well. The University of Kansas will have to cut spending next year as well regardless of increased contributions from KU Endowment. Recently, Gov Kathleen Sebelius ordered the University to cut its 2009 budget by 3 percent. Davis said the main point he wanted to emphasize was that the University's community by the numbers 1891 — Year KU Endowment was founded. 45,014 — The number of donors in 2008 compared with 43,400 in 2007. $5 million — The amount of money KU Endowment lost overall in 2008. $94 million — Amount donors gave in gifts and pledges in 2008. They also gave $11.1 million in deferred gifts. 21 — Percentage increase in donations from last fiscal year. $32.2 million — Amount for student support — scholarships, fellowships, awards and loans — an increase from $27.9 million last fiscal year. Source: KU Endowment — This information was first released Oct. 24 could continue to rely on KU Endowment even if it saw support to the University waning from other directions. KU Endowment was founded in 1891. Since then it has weathered the Great Depression in the 1930s, the hyper inflation crisis that accompanied the energy crisis of the 1970s and more recently the hit the U.S. economy took after Sept. 11. "We do have sufficient liquidity to weather this storm," he said. — Edited by Becka Cremer Voted Best Pizza in Lawrence! Rudy Tuesday 2 Small Pizzas 2 toppings 2 drinks ONLY $12.99 plus tax PIZZERIA FreeDelivery! Rudy's PIZZERIA THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS SCHOOL OF FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC AND DANCE PRESENTS THE UNIVERSITY DANCE COMPANY WITH SOLOIST PATRICK SUZEAU FLAMENCO SOLOIST MICHELLE HEFFNER HAYES FEATURING JOSE LIMÓN'S MASTERWORK LA MALINCHE 7:30 P.M. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2008 7:30 P.M. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2008 LIED CENTER OF KANSAS Tickets on sale at the Lied Center, Murphy Hall and SUA box offices. 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He pauses, winks, and resumes strutting, presumably towards the kitchen to make a fried peanut butter and banana sandwhich. Drew Stearns CELEBRITY CELEBRITY Michael Jackson sued by Arab sheikh in UK court LONDON — The son of an Arab monarch took the King of Pop to court Monday, charging that Michael Jackson took $7 million as an advance on an album and an autobiography that he never produced. Lawyers for Sheikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa say their client paid Jackson expenses as an advance on the book and joint recording project with the sheikh, who is an amateur songwriter. Jackson claims the money was a gift. Al Khalifa, 33, was due to testify at London's Royal Courts of Justice on Wednesday. Jackson's lawyer Robert Englehart said he was seeking permission to have Jackson testify by video link from Los Angeles. A lawyer for Al Khalifa said the royal first stroke to Jackson, 50, by telephone while the singer was on trial in California following his 2003 arrest on child molestation charges. Attorney Bankim Thanki said that Al Khalifa wanted to work with Jackson on rebuilding his career. Jackson's finances fell apart after his arrest and he was desperately short of cash. Al Khalifa's first payment, for $35,000, went toward paying the utility bills at Neverland, Jackson's 2,500-acre (1,000 hectare) ranch and miniature amusement park in California, Thanki said. When Jackson was found innocent of the molestation charges in June 2005, Al Khalifa footed $2.2 million in legal bills, the lawyer said. BOY SA Al Khalifa said he believed the money would be repaid once Jackson's career recovered from the damaging trial. ASSOCIATED PRESS "I saw the payment as an investment in Michael's potential," the sheikh said in a statement read out by his lawyer in court. "He said he would pay me back through our work together." Pop star Michael Jackson poses during the RainbowPUSH Coalition Los Angeles 10th annual awards on Nov. 8, 2007. 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. HOROSCOPES ARIES (March 21-April 19) Today is a 7 Your loved ones encourage you to take a risk, and this time they're probably right. It's not really new; you've given it a lot of thought. Take a long shot, Follow through with a previous plan. -Associated Press TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Today is a 7 If you get tongue-tied trying to explain your position, use somebody else's words. You'll give them credit, of course. This might be done through a greeting card. Whatever works. GEMINI (May 21-June 21) Possibly due to the success of your recent activities, there are new lessons to be mastered. Find out what they are, if nobody has told you yet. It never hurts to be caught studying. CANCER (June 22-July 22) You have the energy and the enthusiasm. Use them to bring in the cash. 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WILD WEST NON-AUTHORIZED PUBLIC USE NO LICENSING NO EDITION Panhandling law isn't necessary But Lawrence doesn't need any tougher laws because it already has an ordinance that sufficiently controls panhandling. Ordinance 7891, passed in 2005, prohibits any form of aggressive panhandling. This means that those who panhandle are not allowed to touch the solicited person, block the path, continue soliciting after being denied, follow people around or solicit close to ATMs. Panhandlers in Lawrence are limited to passive soliciting, such as holding up signs or just asking once — nothing that should be considered very controversial. The problem is that a new ordinance like this would be a considerable encroachment of First Amendment rights. Freedom of expression includes tolerating being asked to contribute to something. It happens all the time; organizations are allowed to approach people to ask for donations or signatures. And it shouldn't be different with panhandlers. OUR VIEW Street musicians, a considerable part of the charm of downtown, are probably not the targets of the ban, but they might be affected by it. Most likely the city wants to get rid of those who panhandle to buy alcohol. But if those people are the real target, a better idea would be to invest in programs that would help reincorporate them into society. Being asked for money might be something some people find uncomfortable, but it's something we have to deal with. Panhandlers are part of our society. There is no reason to further ostracize panhandlers just because downtown businesses think the image they wish to portray is being hurt. This ban tries. the problem under the carpet so that we don't have to confront it As long as the person panhandling is not being intimidating, nothing wrong is being done, and Lawrence already has an ordinance in place to deal with aggressive panhandlers. A tougher law against panhandlers is unnecessary. Lawrence just needs to enforce the ordinance already in place. Patrick de Oliveira for the editorial board LETTER TO THE EDITOR Hecklers at speech should be ashamed I was deeply disturbed during the discussion with former George H.W. Bush on Sunday, as he was heckled several times by people in the audience for comments about things that he had Bush done during his administration and career. A. M. B. Regardless of your opinions or party alliances, some amount of respect for a great leader of our country would have been decent. He didn't seem to be bothered by it, as I'm sure he has dealt with his fair share of hecklers as a politician, but I was embarrassed that people from my university would participate in such classless behavior. Although I have major issues with Barack Obama's proposed policies, if he were to come to speak at KU, I would either respectfully decline to attend or would calmly and quietly listen to what he had to say. Heckler do have the right of "free speech," but how about common decency and respect? As adults, this would be expected and understood. But respect seemed to be a concept that those people in the audience could not grasp. I hope those hecklers feel some amount of shame that they were such poor ambassadors for the University. They were truly an embarrassment to KU. President Bush, I sincerely hope that you will only reflect kindly on your visit here to KU, as many have only the utmost respect and admiration for you and the great things that you have accomplished in your lifetime. Some may not agree with every decision that you made, but they can still respect the leadership that you once provided for our great country. Whitney Taylor is a junior from Singapore. HOW TO SUBMIT A LETTER TO THE EDITOR The submission should include the author's name, grade and hometown. Send letters to opinion@kansan.com Write LETTER TO THE EDITOR in the e-mail subject line. 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THE EDITORIAL BOARD 8647-7667 or mgibson@kansan.com What will late-night hosts talk about now? As of yet, Obama has yet to display any really humiliating personality traits. With at least four years in office, he's bound to let slip at some point that he is deathly afraid of the color fuschia or that the sound of a ringing bell makes him think he's Sean Connery. The problem is, we haven't seen it yet. The man looked so damn dignified during his campaign that I'd almost be willing to believe he isn't going to do something incredibly stupid that makes the country roll its collective eyes. HEN LIBERAL LOUDMOUTH BEN COHEN pretzel. "Change is here," President-elect Barack Obama said while speaking to throngds of supporters in Chicago during his acceptance speech, which was broadcast around the world. The election had finally ended with a bang, and That One had emerged victorious. With this victory comes many things, including a new era for racial equality in the country (1 hope), a renewed trust in America by the international community (likely) and apparently a new puppy for the Obama daughters (definitely, or the whole speech would have been ruined). OK, back on topic. There was something that the president-elect did not mention, something that will be dramatically different once his administration takes over. What will those most important members of our media, the hosts of late-night talk shows, make fun of now? There was something that soo-to be President Obama... Actually, before I go on, could we just savor that a bit? Mmmm, President Obama... For eight years, George W. Bush has been generous enough to take time out of his busy schedule as president of the United States of America, most powerful nation on the planet, to provide ample fodder for Jay Leno and his contemporaries. The rise of Ion Stewart, Stephen Colbert and the like has made late-night comedy the primary If David Letterman needed to pad out his monologue a bit, all he needed to do was turn on the news and listen to Bush speak, and he had a wealth of bad jokes, mispronounced words and other bits of evidence which point to the president possibly being a poorly programmed robot. But for the sake of Leno, Stewart and all of the other trustworthy journalists out there, I hope something comes up soon. SINCE THE ELECTION WENT SO WELL AND EVERYONE'S SO OPTIMISTIC, WE'VE DECIDED TO GIVE YOU ALL A LITTLE TREAT AND MAKE SARAH PALIN PRESS SECRETARY. ENJOY. news outlet for many young people. "Saturday Night Live" even flirtd with running a half-hour version of its popular "Weekend Update" news segment on the air on Thursdays. ASSOCIATED PRESS Cohen is a Topeka senior in political science. There will always be government types to make fun of, but it is never that much fun if there isn't a president to constantly rib, as we've become used to. Most commanders-in-chief just scream out to be insulted. Bush gave off the impression that he left his office reluctantly, and most people of my generation know Dana Carvey's impression of him better than the actual man or his policies. Bill Clinton had a libido that we all claim to be embarrassed about, even though about half of us are secretly proud of. And Bush was once nearly assassinated by a We don't have to fear Obama's next four years THE RIGHT SIDE ADAM POOLE I'm getting the feeling that I'm the only Republican out there who's not terrified of the next four years. JOHN KENNEDY I have spent the last two weeks being entertained by all my Democratic friends who very thoughtfully called and texted me, just to make sure I had heard how the election went while friends and family on my side of the aisle beat their chests and agonized over the inevitable destruction of our great nation. The "South Park" episode called "About Last Night" has never been so spot-on. Although it has been a real treat, it's about time somebody offered some clarity on what we can actually expect from President-elect Barack Obama. Sure, he may talk like a Marxist at times and has the quasi-socialist economic policies to back it up. He may be one of the most liberal senators ever to grace the halls of Capitol Hill. Heck, he may even be best friends with the reputable William Ayers, Jeremiah Wright and Tony Rezko for all I know. But let's not forget that he may be capable of doing some things well. A man who is popular in Europe must be just the thing America needs now, right? He also has an awful lot of campaign promises to deliver on. And I'm not just talking about his brilliant and substantive promises like "change!" and "yes we can!" Joking aside, it never hurts to have international approval, and Obama will be keener about it than what we have become accustomed to these past eight years. This ought to help mend some relationships with our allies throughout the world — and yes, some of their opinions do matter — just as long as we don't begin catering to them. No, he already addressed those in his victory speech where he lowered the bar for himself: "Change is on the way! Just don't expect to see it any time real soon." Some troubling things we have to look forward to other than his tax plan include closing Guantanamo Bay and shutting down the missile defense program. Although I can appreciate the PR value of both ideas, the possible consequences for our national security are disturbing. I am not worried about his healthcare plan as even he has come to admit that, after the bailout, our government simply cannot afford socialized medicine. and ineffective president. Although I would have preferred to see a Republican in the White House, we have nonetheless witnessed an extraordinary point in our nation's history, and it would be a shame if our first minority president turned out to be no more than another Jimmy Carter. My real worry for Obama is that he will turn out to be a good motivational speaker, but a weak This is a real concern. There are already so many comparisons between the two. On the bright side, Jimmy Carter brought us Ronald Reagan, and there are plenty of rising stars within the Republican Party today. My prediction is that he will try to deliver on his promise to unify the nation. This means — and I'm really keeping my fingers crossed here — that he will not give Nancy Pelosi and Harry Reid free reign over Congress. 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Check out Free for All online. 6A NEWS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN CONVENTION TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18,2008 Freshman to discuss reading habits of students BY BRANDY ENTSINGER bentmings@kansan.com Hannah Roark's love of poetry began with stories. As a senior in high school, the Stillwater, Okla., freshman studied the lives behind the poems she read in an English class. "I fell in love with the poets first," Roark said. That love will lead Roark to San Antonio to participate in a panel discussion about the reading habits of teens and college students on Wednesday. She will recite two poems from 2008's Poetry Out Loud, a poetry recitation competition, where Roark was a finalist. She said she would offer the student perspective about reading habits in college. The discussion is part of a larger convention sponsored by the National Council of Teachers of English. Roark's senior English teacher, Sally Walkiewicz, allowed her students to take part in Poetry Out Loud as an alternative to taking the essay portion of a poetry test. After hearing the background information about the poets in class, Roark chose "Fever 103" by Sylvia Plath. "When I have Fears that I may Cease to Be" by John Keats and "Jabberwocky" by Lewis Carroll for the competition. To prepare, Roark said she spent time with the poems and memorized and analyzed the words. "They're like my friends now" Roark said. After memorizing the poems, Roark began practicing in front of a mirror. She said it helped to make the poems her own. Roark then began reciting the poems in front of her peers' classes. She said it was helpful to see the audience's reactions. Finally, Roark began practicing on stage. She said performing on stage helped to bring the poem back to what the poet had intended for it. "It was sort of like a journey that had built on itself," Roark said. Roark was also involved in drama in high school. She said her drama teacher told her that every performance would be different in some way. Although Roark said her recitations were always changing, she said she thought it was most important to convey a poet's meaning and purpose. Roark worked with her drama teacher while practicing the poems, but she said recitation was completely different from acting. Rather than using movement to convey emotion and meaning, Roark used facial expressions and her voice. She said she imagined she was feeling the poem as she recited it. "It's all Hannah's attitude and approach to poetry," Walkiewicz said. "Her work ethic is astounding, not to mention her acting ability." Walkiewicz said Roark was successful because she was willing to take direction and delve into the meaning behind the words. Roark went on to the Poetry Out Loud finals in Washington, D.C., in April where she competed against 51 other contestants. She finished in the top 12. Roark is enrolled in Mary Klayder's "Freshman Honors English." Klayder, Klayer, University Honors lecturer in English, said Roark also displayed her expertise when reading literature out loud. "I can tell this is her special ability," Klayder said. - Edited by Lauren Keith SAVE ON SUBS WHEN KU SCORES BIG! 10¢ off per point KU scores over 60 70+ points = $1+ off 80+ points = $2+ off 100 points = $4 off Jersey Mike's Subs 1601 W. 23rd Street 843-SUBS Valid Only at Lawrence Location JM1260 NATIONAL NATIONAL Wis. woman pleads no contest in corpse case MAUSTON, Wis. — A member of a religious sect pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor after being accused of leaving another member's corpse in her bathroom so the group could collect her Social Security checks. Tammy Lewis, 36, was fined $350 for obstructing an officer. She'll receive mental health treatment and testify against sect leader Alan Bushey at his trial in April, District Attorney Scott Southworth said. Prosecutors accuse Lewis and Bushey of leaving 90-year-old Magdeline Middlesworth's body on the toilet in Lewis' home after she died there in March. A criminal complaint says Bushey led the Order of the Divine Will sect and told Lewis that God would revive Middlesworth. The decaying body was found in May after Middlesworth's family expressed concern. Associated Press "Of course I got stressed because I didn't want to fail," she said. "But to me it was a good stress because they were giving me more responsibilities, so I felt privileged to have that stress." Rooney said her internship was vital in helping her develop professionally and personally. She said the secret to her internship success was actively seeking out responsibility. She said when she would complete her assigned work, she would ask everyone in the office if there was anything she could do to help them. INTERNSHIPS (CONTINUED FROM 1A) 2. NO FLIP-FLOPPING AT THE OFFICE Business casual does not mean casual. Don't assume sleeveless or untucked shirts are allowed. If in doubt, dress conservatively. "It's not like I'm learning a concept I'll never use," she said. "it's something I use now, and I can see how eventually I will use it for my real job as well." 3. FORGETTING TO UNPLUG Laura Swick, McPherson senior, is doing a practicum at the Hope House For Battered Women in Independence, Mo., to fulfill her social welfare graduation requirements. Swick it was helpful to be able to apply everything she learned in class at her internship. Edited by Lauren Keith Sending intermittent texts or listening to your iPod while working rarely goes over well with a potential employer. Top 10 internship mistakes 1. THE ENTITLEMENT SYNDROME 4. BEING A WALLFLOWER Don't be shy. Make eye contact when speaking with someone. Good interpersonal communication skills might set you apart from the next guy. 5. DUCKING THE EXTRACURRICULARS Don't avoid social gatherings or get-togethers. That tells the boss you don't value what the company values. Plus, it's often the best way to get to know coworkers. 6. GRUNTING ABOUT GRUNT WORK Don't whine about making copies or the coffee every morning. Mundane tasks await you at every level of employment, so just do it with a smile. 7. MISSING THE BIG PICTURE Think beyond the task at hand. This will help work be more enjoyable and give you a broader understanding of the industry. 8. FAILING TO ASK QUESTIONS 9. REJECTING CRITICISM Asking questions shows your intellectual curiosity and saves you valuable time and energy. Your boss does not expect you to be an expert by the second day of your internship. Seek out feedback on a regular basis. Over-confident interns make a bad impression and miss opportunities to improve. 10. WASTING TIME Be proactive. If you don't have anything to do, you're not doing enough. JOIN THE BEST. We don’t appreciate laziness. In fact, we can’t stand it. The Kansan Advertising Staff is now hiring for the spring semester. We’re looking to hire the most driven students at KU for positions in advertising sales or design. Be a part of the best college advertising staff in the nation*, where the result of your hard work is success in the real world. Interested? Informational meetings will be Tuesday, Nov. 18th and Wednesday, Nov. 19th 7:00 PM Stauffer-Flint Room 206 *Attendance to one Session Required to Apply* Questions? Call 864-4358 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN ADVERTISING STAFF *Best Advertising Student Staff of the Year 2007 & 2008* *Adopted by College Newspaper Business and Advertising Managers Inc.* JOIN THE BEST. We don’t appreciate laziness. In fact, we can’t stand it. The Kansan Advertising Staff is now hiring for the spring semester. We’re looking to hire the most driven students at KU for positions in advertising sales or design. Be a part of the best college advertising staff in the nation*, where the result of your hard work is success in the real world. Interested? Informational meetings will be Tuesday, Nov. 18th and Wednesday, Nov. 19th 7:00 PM Stauffer-Flint Room 206 *Attendance to one Session Required to Apply* Questions? Call 864-4358 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN ADVERTISING STAFF theguide What to do at KU. Coming in January theguide What to do at KU. Coming in January NATIONAL SEC charges Mark Cuban with insider trading WASHINGTON — Federal regulators charged Dallas Maverricks owner Mark Cuban with insider trading for allegedly using confidential information to avoid more than $750,000 in stock losses. Cuban disputed the Securities and Exchange Commission's allegations and said he would contest them. In a civil lawsuit filed in federal court in Dallas, the SEC alleged that in June 2004, Cuban was invited to get in on the coming stock offering by Mamma.com Inc. after he agreed to keep the information private. Cuban owned 6.3 percent of Mamma.com's stock at that time and was the largest known shareholder in the search engine company, according to the SEC. The agency said Cuban knew the shares would be sold below the current market price, and a few hours after receiving the information, he told his broker to sell all 600,000 shares before the public announcement of the offering. By selling when he did, Cuban avoided losses exceeding $750,000,the SEC said in its lawsuit. On June 30, the first trading day after the announcement, Mamma.com shares opened at $11.89,down 9.3 percent from the previous day's close of $13.10. Cuban, 50 and a multibillionaire, is a tech entrepreneur who sold his Broadcast.com to Yahoo Inc. in 1999 at the height of the dot-com boom. He bought the Mavericks in 2000 and spent heavily to improve the roster. He is the best known figure to be accused by the SEC of illegal insider trading since its case against Martha Stewart in 2002 for allegedly using advance knowledge of negative news for a company to sell her shares and avoid $45,673 in losses. The homemaking diva paid about $195,000 and agreed not to serve as the director of a public company for five years under a 2006 settlement with the SEC. GAMEDAY 7A TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2008 KU TIPOFF AT A GLANCE COUNTDOWN TO TIPOFF How much will Kansas win by? Consider this one the last celebration of last year's NCAA Championship. The permanent national championship banner will be unveiled before the game, and the Jayhawks could do it justice by destroying Florida Gulf Coast. If the Jayhawks struggle against the Eagles, the whole night would be undermined. More importantly, this game is Kansas' last chance to prepare for the two tough CBE Classic games next week at the Sprint Center. Kansas will play Washington Monday and then either Florida or Syracuse Tuesday. The Jayhawks need to make sure they are ready for the challenges those teams will present. BATTLE OF THE BIRDS HEARYE HEARYE QUESTION MARK Freshman guard Travis Releford Let's be realistic:The Jayhawks are not going to lose to the Eagles, a team that's under-sized and undermanned. It could, however, be close. That's always a possibility with a team as young as the Jayhawks. Kansas should cruise to a significant halftime lead and never be worried in the game. The Jayhawks might be able to clear their bench at the end of this one. Despite playing only 13 minutes in the game against UMKC, Releford provided a positive spark. He showed why his defense is renowned with two steals. He took one all the way back for a layup on a fastbreak. He also finished with six points and two rebounds. It wouldn't be surprising at all if that performance earned Releford some extra minutes tonight. PLAYER TO WATCH "We don't need to bounce back. We won. We actually didn't play bad. We just didn't make shots. There's a difference between playing bad and not making shots. We got some good looks. We'll make those." — Kansas coach Bill Self on his thoughts heading into the Florida Gulf Coast game after the UMKC victory Will it be the Jayhawks or the Eagles that fly away victorious tonight? KANSAS VS. FLORIDA GULF COAST 8 p.m. tonight, ALLEN FIELDHOUSE, ESPNU "We're going to get everybody's best shot. Especially because we beat a lot of people pretty bad last year, and this is their chance to get back at us. We're re-building, but I think we've got some great pieces and when we put it all together, we'll be all right." Junior guard Sherron Collins on Kansas' opponents GAME DAY KANSAS STARTERS PETER SMITH Collins Sherron Collins. 5-foot-11 junior guard Collins loves his role as the center of attention. He's constantly instructing his teammates on the court. He's got the skills to back it up, too. ★★★★ Mike D. Sternberg Tyrel Reed, 6-foot-3 sophomore guard Reed Reed doesn't play great defense, but he keeps making shots at opportune times for the Jayhawks. As long as he continues doing that, Self will keep rewarding him with minutes. ★★☆☆ Maryland National Guard Brady Morningstar, 6-foot-3 sophomore guard Morningstar After two strong exhibition games, Morningstar disappeared in the season opener with only five points and two rebounds. It may not be a good sign for Morningstar that Self didn't start him in the second half against UMKC when Kansas was in a pivotal situation. Thomas ★★☆☆☆ Quintrell Thomas, 6-foot-7 freshman forward Despite starting against UMKC, Thomas played only 12 minutes. He grabbed four rebounds in that span and added a block. No one can dispute his physicality in the pant. ★★★☆☆ Cole Aldrich, 6-foot-11 sophomore center Aldrich cannot get in foul trouble FLORIDA STARTERS WILSON In four trouble for the Jayhawks to be successful. It's as simple as that. Without him, they are a mediocre team. Aldrich ★★☆★★ Reggie Chambers, 5-foot-9 freshman guard ☆☆☆☆ Chambers Marcus Morris, 6-foot-8 freshman forward SIXTH MAN The ultra-quick guard helped lead his high school, Miami Pace, to a state championship his senior year. Now, he gets a welcome to college basketball by guarding one of the nation's best in Sherron Collins. BRIAN ACKLEY C KANSAS 45 Morris Marcus picked up two quick fouls against UMKC and was never on the floor for an extended period of time. He played S Baker only eight minutes and scored two points. Chambers Cole Aldrich Reed Baker, 6-foot-1 sophomore guard Baker, a Michigan transfer is ready to contribute after sitting out last season. He appeared in 28 games for the Wolverines, averaging 2.5 points as a freshman for the 22-13 Michigan squad that reached the NIT in 2007. ★★★☆☆ ★★★☆☆ Case Keefen The only returning player with much experience averaged 9.2 points per game last year. He shot 36 percent from three point range, drilling an average of 1.7 per game. Delvin Franklin, 6-foot-2 senior guard Frankin JOHN J. ELLEN ★★★☆☆ George Erkvania, 6-foot-10 junior center Erkvania, a native of Tbilisi, Georgia Republic Ivanov Vladimir Erkvania transferred to FGCU from Pensacola Junior College, where he started 15 games and shot 48 percent from the floor. He is the team's tallest player at 6-10 but weighs just 210 pounds. ★★☆☆★ Kyle Marks, 6-foot-7 junior forward A transfer from Nebraska, Marks led Dwyer High to consecutive 5A State Championships in Florida and is the school's all-time leader in blocks. He appeared in 34 games for the Huskers, shooting more than 50 percent from the field. ★★☆☆ Marks SIXTH MAN Ben Vega, 5-foot-10 junior guard The Gulf Coast Community College transfer was second on the team with 14 points in the Eagles' 89-58 exhibition victory against Ave Maria on Nov. 4. He was a second-team All-Panhandle League selection last year after averaging 9.8 points and 3.4 assists. PENGELITAAN ★★☆☆ Vega B. J.Rains FGCU TIPOFF AT A GLANCE The Eagles open up their second season in Division I at Kansas after playing only one exhibition game, an 89-58 victory against Ave Maria on Nov. 4. The team lost 11 players from last year's team and returned just two who played last season. The team has several transfers, including Reed Baker from Michigan and Kyle Marks from Nebraska. In addition to the four transfers, coach Dave Balza welcomes eight freshmen. That said, it doesn't figure to go very well for FGCU on Tuesday. PLAYERTOWATCH Senior guard Delvin Franklin Franklin averaged 9.2 points per game last season, including 12.3 points in conference play. He's the only returning player with any experience and figures to be called upon to lead the young Eagles squad. He drilled 1.7 three pointers per game a year ago, making him one of the most lethal three-point shooters in the Atlantic Sun Conference. QUESTION MARK Will the Eagles be in awe of Allen Fieldhouse? The picture on the FGCU athletics Web site on Monday afternoon was a picture of the team standing at center court at Allen Fieldhouse after practice. The players appeared to be on more of a sight-seeing trip than a basketball game. Wait until 16,300 fans pack the building and the National Championship banner is raised just before tipoff, and see how they feel then. This one has absolute blowout written all over it. HEARYE, HEARYE "Gone are nine of the top 10 scorers from a year ago, leaving senior sharp-shooter Delvin Franklin as the only returning starter. Eighty-six percent of the scoring and 94 percent of the rebounding have moved on, leaving Head Coach Dave Balza with one of the most inexperienced teams in the country." FGCU game notes BIG 12 SCHEDULE Game Time (CT) Channel Baylor vs. Centenary 3 p.m. ESPN Texas vs. Tulane 7 p.m. LSN Colorado vs. Montana 7 p.m. N/A Texas A&M vs. Stephen F. Austin 7 p.m. N/A Oklahoma vs. Davidson 8:30 p.m. ESPN2 BIG 12 CONFERENCE ALLEN FIELDHOUSE WILL ROCK IF ... Sherron Collins scores 25 points. It's only a matter of time before Collins breaks out and has a game to remember. He scored 22 in both of the exhibition games rather easily. Against UMKC, he scored 16 points and came up with baskets when Kansas needed it most to keep runs alive. Florida Gulf Coast is probably the least talented team on Kansas' schedule, which means Collins shouldn't have much trouble getting to the rim. PHOG ALLEN WILL ROLL OVER IN HIS GRAVE IF... TOP 25 TELEVISED GAMES Sherron Collins commits more turnovers than assists again. Collins had four turnovers and only two assists against UMKC. The Jayhawks simply won't be able to function correctly if that happens against real competition. And it's not only because Collins is their go-to-guy. He's also their point team. Collins has a tough task in that he needs to lead the team in scoring almost every night, but still get his teammates involved equally as much. Prediction: Kansas 93, Florida Gulf Coast 65 Game Time No. 1 Alabama vs. Mississippi State 6:45 p.m. ESPN No. 4 Florida vs. No. 25 South Carolina 2:30 p.m. CBS No. 6 USC at Stanford 6 p.m. Versus No. 7 Utah at San Diego State 7 p.m. The Mtn. 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A: In 2003, Nick Collison recorded 21 rebounds in the National Championship game against Syracuse. sports schedule sports schedule Today Women's Basketball: Iowa, 11 a.m. (Lawrence) Men's Basketball: Florida Gulf Coast, 8 p.m. (Lawrence) Saturday Wednesday-Friday No events Volleyball: Texas, 6:30 p.m. (Austin, Texas) Sunday Women's Basketball: New Orleans, 2 p.m. (Lawrence) BY CASE KEEFER ckeefer@kansan.com Permanent banner unveiled tonight MEN'S BASKETBALL Kansas has celebrated its NCAA championship in a number of ways in the seven months since defeating Memphis 75-68. There's been a ring ceremony, a White House visit and a parade. Tonight will serve as another reminder of the championship when the permanent National Championship banner is lifted on the north end of Allen Fieldhouse. Junior guard Sherron Collins, for one, will never get tired of these tributes. "Every time something like that happens, it makes me think of the team last year," Collins said, "and how appreciative I was of how those guys took me on a great team like that." Kansas already unveiled a temporary banner at Late Night in the Phog on the opposite side of Allen Fieldhouse. It will remain there for the rest of the season. The new banner, however, will rest alongside the four other national championship banners forever. The event will also be televised live on ESPN approximately 12 minutes before Kansas tips off against Florida Gulf Coast at 8 p.m. The Athletics Department altered the pre-game schedule so this year's team could be present for the ceremony before the game. Kansas coach Bill Self is urging fans to show up to see the banner. "They've adjusted it so we can be out there," Self said. "So 1 encourage all fans to get out there early. It should be special." JOHNSON JOINS JAYHAWKS Elijah Johnson, a point guard from Las Vegas, signed his letter of intent on Monday to attend Kansas and play basketball next season. Johnson verbally committed to the jayhawks a month ago after Late in the Phog. Johnson, however, opted not to sign his letter of intent on National Signing Day last Wednesday because his father wouldn't have been able to attend the ceremony. Self said Johnson, who rivals. com ranks as the No. 27 player in the nation, was one of the most athletic players in the nation. "He has a chance to be a terrific player," Self said. "Athletically, he'll have very few equals." Self said he knew Johnson wanted to come to Kansas even before he verbally committed. Johnson's other finalists were Oklahoma and Texas before making his decision in October. "We've been recruiting Elijah for a long time," Self said. "We tried to get him to commit last year and we couldn't get it done." Kansas now officially has one remaining scholarship for next year's class. Xavier Henry, an Oklahoma City shooting guard who ESPN ranks as the top player in the nation, remains Kansas' primary target. Henry is choosing between Kansas and Memphis. The Jayhawks are also still targeting Jersey City, N.J. shooting guard Dominic Cheek, rivals.com's No. 16 player in the nation, and New York shooting guard Lance Stephenson, rivals. com's No. 9 player in the nation. Michael Snaar, a shooting guard from Moreno Valley, Calif. and No. 11 player in the nation, considered Kansas a finalist before choosing Florida State Friday. Edited by Rachel Burchfield KICK THE KANSAN: WEEK ELEVEN Pick games. Beat the Kansan staff. Get your name in the paper. 1. No. 2 Texas Tech at No. 5 Oklahoma (pick score) 2. No. 15 Michigan State at No. 8 Penn State 3. No. 17 Brigham Young at No. 7 Utah 4. No. 21 Pittsburgh at No. 22 Cincinnati 5. No. 19 Florida State at Maryland 6. Iowa State at Kansas State 7. Oregon State at Arizona 8. Illinois at northwestern 9. West Virginia at Louisville 10. Washington ton State Name: E-mail: Year in school: Hometown: 10. Washington at Washington State 1) Only KU students are eligible. 2) Give your name, e-mail, year in school and hometown. 3) Beat the Kansan's best prognosticator and get your name in the paper. 4) Beat all your peers and get your picture and picks in the paper next to the Kansan staff. 5) To break ties, pick the score of the designated game. Submit your picks either to KickTheKansan@ kansan.com or to the Kanan business office, located at the West side of Stauffer-Flint Hall, which is between Wescoe Hall and Watson Library. NFL Injuries, special teams contribute to Chiefs' losses And special teams breakdowns have contributed to all four losses. KANSAS CITY - The past four weeks have seen the injury-battered Kansas City Chiefs lose after taking a lead. The defense has been hardest hit with injuries. But special teams also have suffered with a host of new players on punt and kickoff units every weeks. Special teams coach Mike Priefer says his job is to do a better job coaching his players. He says it's one thing when one or two players that are out with injuries. But he says it's different when there are four or five positions on the special teams units that are completely different from the week before. Special teams captain Jon McGraw says injuries can't become an excuse. Tourney draws big names, but is the Classic pointless? BY ASHER FUSCO afusco@kansan.com But he acknowledges the situation is challenging. Associated Press EU ATLANTIS DUAL DEGREE PROGRAM Chemistry Majors... Study in EUROPE Ireland Dublin City University University of Regensburg Germany Application deadline for fall 2009: December 1 $ ^{st} $ It's a tournament! It's a "Classic!" It's a loosely connected series of games played over the course of 12 days! Whatever the O'Reilly Auto Parts College Basketball Experience Classic is, it's weird. For program details and application information, That odd process begs the question, "What the hell is the point of the CBE Classic?" Kansas' weekend victory against UMKC and tonight's tilt against Florida Gulf Coast are part of the CBE Classic's Regional Rounds, played at on-campus sites. Next Monday's game against Washington marks the beginning of the Classic's final two rounds, played at the Sprint Center in Kansas City, Mo. Thing is, the Regional Rounds and Final Rounds don't really have anything to do with one another. No matter what happens to regional hosts Kansas, Washington, Florida and Syracuse during the first two "rounds," they'll all advance to Kansas City. Whatever the point is, there's no denying the strength of the CBE Classic's field. The quasi-tournament boasts the winners of the past three NCAA Tournaments in Florida and Kansas. Washington went to the Elite Eight in 2005 and 2006 and has sent the NBA a first-round draft pick each of the last three years. Syracuse hails from the nation's best conference, the Big East, and has the name recognition that comes with coach Jim Boeheim — 772 wins in 23 seasons at 'Cause. www.studyabroad.ku.edu www-oc.chemie.iun-regensburg.de/atlantis KU OFFICE OF STUDY ABROAD The University of Kansas ATLANTIS CHEMISTRY 3-POINT ADJUSTMENTS Kansas looked befuddled from behind the new three-point arc Sunday, finishing 1-for-13 against UMKC. The NCAA expanded the Kennedy GLASS All Glass Is Cut To Order Commercial Glazing Contractor Auto Glass Repair and Replacement PROSIARS Serving Lawrence Since 1950 843-4416 730 NEW JERSEY Across the nation, teams are shooting 32.1 percent from long range, exactly three percent worse than last year's 35.1 percent national average. Despite the extra bricks, teams aren't taking caution to cut down on three-point attempts. This season, 33.6 percent of all shots have been from beyond the arc, slightly less than last year's 34.4 percent mark. All Glass Is Cut To Order arc from 19 feet, nine inches to 20 feet, nine inches this offseason, and so far the results haven't been pretty. don't score very often. My suggestions for next year's football soundtrack: BAD TUNES = BAD KARMA FOR KANSAS FOOTBALL? Pregame intro: Rage Against the Machine, “新 Millennium Homes” Timeout: Tom Jones, “What’s New, THE MORNING BREW Kansas football needs some work in this department. The team enters to Metallica's "Enter Sandman." among the most dichéd intro songs in existence. At halftime, fans are "treated" to the pop-punk stylings of The All-American Rejects and We The Kings. And the Zombie Nation song during Kansas kickoffs has definitely worn out its welcome. Thank goodness the Jayhawks great highlights to choose from, but the entire production is stellar. Name" by U2 was a great addition to pregame introductions a few years back, and the women's introductions, featuring "Baba O'Riley" by the Who, are also nice. The most impressive part of the whole thing? Definitely the music, borrowed from Clint Mansell's brilliant "Requiem for a Dream" score. In general, Kansas basketball has the whole pump-up music thing down. "Where the Streets Have No Pussycat? Halftime; any other stoppage of play: Warren G, "Regulate" Kickoff: Kanye West featuring Jay-Z, "Diamonds from Sierra Leone (Remix) Edited by Rachel Burchfield 1445 W 23rd St (785) 841-5000 GUMBY'S Pizza ™ Order online at www.gumbyspizza.com Open 11 a.m. - 3 a.m. TICK IT GUMBY GIVE-AWAY BELLY BUSTER GUMBY'S Pizza ANY PIZZA OR POKEY STIX VALID TUESDAY ONLY. VALID REGULAR MENU BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE!! 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Well, it has be some one's fault, right? The Boston Red Sox lose the 1986 World Series? Blame Bill Buckner. The Chicago Cubs choke in the 2003 playoffs? It's Bartman's fault. The Chiefs go down in the playoffs in 1995? Run Lin Elliot out of town. Sports is a cruel business, and the media feed the frenzy with words that are all-too- often unnecessarily spiteful. Well, blunders are made off the field too. Newspapers, like athletes, can make mistakes. 21 And on Monday, there was no bigger goat than The University Daily Kansan sports section. Freshman forward Markieff Morris fights a UMKC player for the ball at Kansas' season opener on Sunday. Morris put his freshman anxiety aside and posted 15 rebounds. Jon Goering/KANSAN Here's what happened: After attending the Kansas vs. Texas game on Saturday, I wrote a column for Monday's sports section. There's no denying that Saturday was a disappointing day for the Jayhawks. They've been knocked around this season. They've played an excruciating schedule, arguably one of the toughest in the country. And on Saturday, they played a skilled Texas team, a team filled with NFL talent, and Kansas just couldn't hang with The Longhorns. It was a frustrating day, and I think the column reflected that. And as I wrote, well, there wasn't much to say. Somehow that column ended up with a headline that read "Senior day proves 2007 was a fluke." Here's where I could spend a few minutes explaining how headlines are created. I could explain that headlines aren't written by the reporter or columnist, that they are written much later when the paper is being edited and designed. That would be useless. As the sports editor of The Kansan, I take full responsibility and apologize to anybody who might have been offended by the headline. But more than that, the headline was simply inaccurate, misleading and a little inflammatory. It was a poor headline for a number of reasons. From a journalistic standpoint, it didn't reflect the nature of the story, nor did it provide the reader with a proper framework for the column You know, it's funny. I heard a lot of fans and pundits criticize Kansas' schedule last season. You can't fairly compare the 2007 Kansas football team to the 2008 version. Sure, sportswriters and columnists make unfair comparisons all the time. It's part of the job. But in this case, the assertion that Kansas' Orange Bowl Championship in 2007 should be considered a fluke because the Jayhawks have stumbled in 2008 is unfair. If you follow Kansas football, you probably understand why. Kansas lost two All-Americans — Aqib Talb and Anthony Collins — and a bundle of impact players. It also lost defensive coordinator Bill Young. Come on, it didn't have to play Texas or Oklahoma. But that's an argument for another time. Kansas' 2008 version has one game left. And the focus should be on Kansas' seniors. Guys like james Holt MEN'S BASKETBALL And now, somehow, a lot of people feel the results of this season have vindicated the criticisms they voiced in 2007. Holt is one of the most genuine, likable and friendly players on the football team. He's everything a student athlete should be. Obviously, Holt's senior day didn't go very well. Texas proved its might. It's interesting that nobody has ever argued that perhaps Texas and Oklahoma were lucky they didn't have to play the 2007 version of Kansas But Texas didn't take away Holt's Orange Bowl ring on Sunday. He earned that. And I'm pretty sure he's going to keep it. As for the Kansan's sports coverage? Let me quote comedian Mel Brooks. "As long as the world is turning and spinning, we're gonna be dizzy and we're gonna make mistakes." Edited by Mary Sorrick Losing first-game jitters Jon Goering/KANSAN Freshman forward Markieff Morris posts record-high rebounds BY CASE KEEFER ckeefer@kansan.com Markieff Morris was so nervous before his first game as a Jayhawk on Sunday that he sent a text message to Kansas coach Bill Self asking for help. At least, Morris, freshman forward, thought he did. Self wasn't so sure. "He probably got me confused with somebody else," Self said. "Probably some young lady on campus — he texted her and thought it was我 probably. I don't remember getting any texts about that." Whoever received Morris' text message must have responded with something inspirational. Morris overcame his freshman anxiety in the 71-56 victory against UMKC and recorded 15 rebounds and 7 points off the bench. The 15 rebounds were the most by a Jayhawk since the 2003 National Championship game against Syracuse when Nick Collison grabbed 21. It ranked as the third most by a Kansas freshman — behind only Eric Chenowith's 20 in 1998 and Raef LaFrentz's 16 in 1995. Morris accomplished the feat in his first game, nonetheless. Before the game, it looked improbable at best that he could contribute so significantly. He sweated profusely. Junior guard Sherron Collins felt Morris' hands and couldn't believe how moist they were. But Collins understood. He said he was just as tense before his first game in Allen Fieldhouse two years ago. Collins tried to console Morris. "My teammates — Sherron and everybody else — were telling me 'It's going to be all right.'" Morris said. Morris checked into the game three minutes after it started and immediately got to work. He blocked a UMKC shot on one of his first defensive possessions. Markieff found his twin brother, Marcus, cutting near the basket for an assist a few minutes later. With sophomore center Cole Aldrich out because of foul trouble in the first half, Markieff dominated the boards with seven rebounds. Only one play hinted at how nervous Markieff was. He quickly tossed a three-point attempt from the wing in the first half, and it clanked off the bottom of the backboard. It was one of the only mistakes he made in the game. "I'm usually pretty efficient," Markieff said, "but I had the jitters all night." Perhaps, they were infectious. The Kangaroo defenders certainly started looking jittery around Markieff in the second half. He added eight more rebounds by playing ferociously below the basket. He went after every loose ball and oumt avoid physical confrontation with UMK players. Markieff's scrappiness led to two jump-balls when it appeared the Kangaroos had come down with rebounds. Still, Markieff had no idea how many rebounds he tallied. Assistant coach Danny Manning told Markieff to relax and play. He would inform him of his rebounding statistics after the game. When Markieff found out he grabbed more rebounds in his debut than any Jayhawk in history, it amazed him. "Everybody was like 'whoa,' freshman guard Tyshawn Taylor said. "Even him. You should have seen his face." Markieff said he didn't expect his case of the jitters to flare up as bad in tonight's game against Florida Gulf Coast. But if they do, he could always send a text message to somebody. Edited by Lauren Keith WOMEN'S BASKETBALL ESPN to feature women's team in TV marathon BY DANNY NORDSTROM dnordstrom@kansan.com Today is a big day for the women's basketball team. A 24-hour ESPN college basketball marathon will feature the layhawks (1-0) as they face the Iowa Hawkeyes (1-0) today at 11 a.m. The game is the only women's matchup that will be featured on the marathon. STOCKHOLM, MONTANA - JIM STEERMAN NATIONAL 10 "It is different, but it's also exciting," junior forward Porscha Weddington said. "We've never had a game at 11 a.m. We're really hoping people will come." Kansas comes off an impressive 106-64 victory against Sacred Heart and now faces a tough Iowa team. Last season the Hawkeyes tied Ohio State for the Big 10 title and obtained a spot in the NCAA tournament. Kansas looked strong during its last outing as junior guard Danielle McCray led the Jayhawks in scoring and tied her careerbest 29 points. She, along with five other Jayhawks, scored in double figures against Sacred Heart. BORDER WAR Since Kansas and Iowa's first meeting in 1988, the series has been even, with each team coming out victorious two times. The last time the teams met in November 2006, the Hawkeyes came out on top with a 63-49 victory. Film explores rivalry The college basketball coverage, which started at 11 p.m. last night, will showcase some of the nation's top teams from 14 conferences on all four ESPN stations. In addition to the lady Jayhawks, the Kansas men's basketball team will be featured at 8 p.m. on ESPNU in the game against Florida Gulf Coast. University students display their disapproval for Missoula before last year's Border Showdown at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. This rivalry isn't just about athletics — it is historical and dates back to the Civil War. Edited by Lauren Keith Jon Goering/KANSAN FILE PHOTO BY B.J. RAINS rains@kansan.com Erik Ashel knew how much Kansas fans hated Missouri. He soon found out just how much Missouri fans hated Kansas. "The name 'William Quantrill' in Lawrence is basically a swear word," Ashel said of the Confederate leader. "Over there, the term 'Jayhawker' is the same thing. It is deep down over there, and it's very real to them." Ashel, a KU alumnus, recently finished 15 months of work producing a documentary for Metro Sports called "Border War," which will premiere on Metro Sports on Nov. 26 and will be aired on Thanksgiving. The video explores the historic background of the rivalry, tracing it back to before the beginning of the Civil War almost 150 years ago. "I think Kansas and Missouri have the most historically significant rivalry in all of sports," Ashel said. "When you look at the true history and not just the sports history, it's the most historically significant rivalry in all of America." The two-hour documentary features interviews with sports figures from both sides of the rivalry and centers on last year's football game at Arrowhead Stadium — probably the biggest game in the rivalry's history. Included is former Kansas football coach Don Fambrough, who hates Missouri so much that he once told his players that Quantrill was a Missouri graduate to fire them up before a game. "I don't like their people. I don't like their players. I don't like their love," Fambrough said in the video. "I don't like a damn thing about them." and burned much of Lawrence into ashes. Many argue that the Civil War started along the Kansas-Missouri border as the two states fought over the issue of slavery. 1 The rivalry has plenty of key moments, but many trace the beginning to the summer of 1863 when Quantrill and his raiders crossed into Kansas from Missouri Ashel spent 15 months traveling around the two states, interviewing everyone from sports legends at the schools to small-town citizens who have been told of the rivalry's history by their parents and grandparents. The documentary, which is being released in conjunction with next Saturday's Nov. 29 matchup between the Jayhawks and Tigers at Arrowhead Stadium, explains how the violent past of the two states has evolved into a heated rivalry between the school's athletic programs and fans. The rivalry is so heated that the two schools can't even agree on the football team's overall records. Both schools count the 1960 matchup as a victory because Kansas won the game on the field, but the Big Eight Conference later ruled Kansas should forfeit for using an ineligible player. "I love Kansas, but when you go to the other side and you see what they feel and the things they think about the Civil War and everything," Ashel said. "It's pretty interesting to see because as different as we are, in a lot of ways we're the same because we hold the same grudges from the same events. We just hold them differently." "I want people to understand why Kansas and Missouri have a unique rivalry and why it's so different from all of the others around the country," Ashel said. "A lot of rivals are based out of proximity or both teams being good year after year. No rivalry has the history that this rivalry has." - Edited by Rachel Burchfield ↑ 9A --- man any ing/KANSAN bands. freshman him. 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I Above Right: Kacie Brown, Wellington junior, pauses for a brief phone call from her father while packing up her possession on Friday evening. Brown, who had lived in a six-bedroom house with five other students since July, decided to leave the house after the students' lease was voided by the city when inspectors discovered they were in violation of the occupancy ordinance that limits multi-family dwellings to a maximum of four non-related residents. Lower Right: After a city inspector arrived at Brown's residence after Brown and her roommates had experienced serious sewage backup problems, the city issued a notice determining the house as a "substandard dwelling." Although the blockading of a back door, as seen here, doesn't violate any privacy laws, the house was also found to have windows that had been screwed shut, ungrounded lighting fixtures and a lack of smoke detectors, all violations of city code. The attic, where Brown lived, had no heating ventilation or fire escape. City ordinance displaces students Six residents scramble to find new housing after Lawrence officials enforce oft-ignored code BY RYAN MCGEENEY rmcgeeney@kansan.com It started with sewage. Kacie Brown, Wellington junior, was alone in the six-bedroom house she shared with five other female students. She was waiting for out-of-town friends to arrive for fall break weekend when the first-floor toilet began backing up, spilling raw sewage onto the bathroom floor. It spread into the kitchen and under an adjoining wall into one of the bedrooms. "I went out to breakfast and came back, and just heard this... gurgling." Brown said. "I didn't know what to do. There was shit overflowing out of the bath tub." After trying to contact her landlord, a plumbing service worker eventually arrived to clear the clogged sewage line. Although the worker was able to clear the line, Brown said, he made it clear that cleaning up the aftermath was not his department. "He said, 'You should really get this checked out by the city,'" said Brown, recalling the plumber's concern about a number of evident problems in the house. These included the toilet itself, which Brown said seemed on the verge of falling through the floor, and the two-by-four nailed across the breadth of the back door, securing it to the wall. After discussing with her roommates the possible ramifications if the house wasn't up to code, Brown called the city inspec- tor's office. She said that within the most moments of her initial phone conversation with the city code inspector, the employee on the other end of the line asked how many people were living at Brown's address. "When I told them there were six of us," Brown said, "right away, they said. 'We've got a problem.' Within days, city inspectors arrived and compiled a list of violations. The inspector, Treni Wescott, found windows that were missing screens ever caught fire — a scenario exacerbated by her use of a space heater because the room lacked a heating vent. and had been screwed shut, electrically ungrounded lighting fixtures and loose plumbing fixtures. Brown, who was living in the house's attic space, was told that the room would be a deathtrap if the house Most of the deficiencies could be addressed easily enough, but the over- "When I told them there were six of us, right away they said, We've got a problem." KACIE BROWN Wellington junior deficiencies could be enough, but the overoccupancy issue was non-negotiable. The inspection report said some or all of the women living in the house would have to vacate the premises within 30 days. Brown and her five roommates were living in a situation identical to that of many students who live in the Oread neighborhood, specifically the stretches of Tennessee and Kentucky streets that run between Sixth and 19th streets, an area informally referred to as the "student ghetto." According to Lawrence city code, no more than four people not related by blood, marriage or adoption can live in a single, multi-family dwelling. The code applies uniformly throughout the city. Brown's landlord, Thomas Knutzen. second-year law student, said the inspector's declaration took him by surprise. "I knew that outside the Oread, there was a three-person limit, but I didn't know there was a limit inside the Oread," said Knutzen, whose family has been renting out the property for five years. "That's why we signed the lease to six people. Wed been renting to more than four people for a number of years." Brian Iminez, code enforcement manager for the city of Lawrence, said landlords' and tenants' confusion regarding city ordinances was often a mixture of INTERNATIONAL Students apply themselves in humanitarian programs BY SACHIKO MIYAKAWA smivakawa@kansan.com SEE HOUSING ON PAGE 8A smiyakawa@kansan.com Derin Stewart wants to get an MBA and wants to be a financial investor, but for now he plans to take time off and apply for the Peace Corps. If his application is approved, Stewart, Oak Ridge, Tenn., senior, will work as an adviser for a small business in a developing country. Stewart is one of several KU seniors who have decided to join the Peace Corps or Teach for America instead of working or going to graduate school. The Peace Corps' salary is determined by the wages in the assigned country, and Teach for America pays the salary of beginning teachers in the area where the person teaches. 1950 Stewart studied business in Italy in Spring 2008 and became interested in working in a foreign country. He said he wanted to help with community development in Eastern Europe or sub-Saharan Peace Corps workers serve in more than 70 countries around the world helping local agriculture, education, health and business. A September 2008 report shows that about 7,814 workers are currently in the Peace Corps, and 100 of them are from Kansas, according to www.peacecorps.gov. Elizabeth Durkin, Peace Corps campus recruiter, said 43 KU students applied for the Peace Corps last year. For the past three years, the University has been ranked among the top 25 large universities with the most Peace Corps participants, according to the Peace Corps. Africa and gain work experience in busi- ness before entering graduate school. Whitney Walden, recruitment director for Teach America, said that in 2008 the organization hired 3,600 new teachers nationwide. She said that 108 KU students applied for Teach America last year and Brady Swenson, 2002 graduate, builds a basketball court in Guyana, South America. He said everything was done by hand from mixing cement to welding the goals. Swenson worked for Peace Corps from 2003 to 2005. SEE INTERNATIONAL ON PAGE 8A CONTRIBUTED PHOTO Sen. Ted Stevens defeated in election ELECTION 2008 Alaskan congressman loses seat to challenger Longtime U.S. Sen. Ted Stevens (R-Alaska) lost his bid for another term in the United States Congress. Stevens was attempting to win the election after he was convicted of federal charges in October. Mark Begich will replace Stevens in January. FULL STORY PAGE 4A index Classifieds...2B Opinion...7A Crossword...6A Sports...1B Horoscopes...6A Sudoku...6A All contents, unless stated otherwise, © 2008 The University Daily Kansan HORSES TO FIND HOME ON REFUGE An oil tycoon's wife is creating a refuge for wild horses threatened by euthanasia. NATIONAL | 8A weather TODAY 64 33 A. GOD'S FAVORITE THURSDAY 4421 Partly cloudy 4028 FRIDAY 40 28 Partly cloudy 2A NEWS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 19, 2008 quote of the day "I can't think of one person I've ever met who didn't like some type of music." Billy Joel fact of the day Billy Joel is licensed to teach high school history. Source: TV.com most e-mailed Here's a list of the five most e-mailed stories from Kansan. com: 1. Documentary examines Kansas—Missouri "Border War" 2. Why internships matter for students 3. Kansan regrets unfair headline 4. Letter: Hecklers at speech should be ashamed 5. 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The anthology features 12 artists from the Lawrence and Kansas City areas who will focus on the topic "What is villainy?" Last year the anthology called "Larrytown Laffs" focused on humor. "Last year we had a good response overall," Pfannenstiel said, "so I'm expecting a similar positive response this year." Pfannenstiel said that this year would be the last printed edition and that future comic anthologies would be online. "How much it costs to produce is a big part of it," he said. He said that once the anthologies are online, artists can add to their stories as they wish. Artists featured in the anthology this year, include Pfannenstiel's work, as well as local artists Dale Martin, Mike Sullivan, lan Hrabe, Andrew Hadle and Thayer Bray. Pfannenstiel said many of the artists had been published before, but for some this would be the first time. "A couple of the contributing artists are students. too," he said. Each comic in the anthology is between two and four pages, and the compilation of all 12 will be sold for $4.99. Artists will be signing copies of the anthology, creating sketches and speaking on their creative processes. The third anthology, "Best Western," will be western-themed. — Jesse Trimble ODD NEWS Escaped inmate checks himself back into jail PADUCAH, Ky. — Chad Toy's escape from jail wasn't what shocked his jailers — it was his plea to be let back in. "When I rang the bell at the jail and told them who I was, they were surprised," Toy told The Paducah (Ky). Sun newspaper. "I guess they haven't seen that before." Toy, 21, was in the McCracken County Regional Jail in western Kentucky awaiting trial on charges stemming from a July home invasion. He's also serving a four-year sentence for theft. But Toy returned that afternoon, wet and covered with Officials said he escaped early Monday while on a cleanup detail in the lobby. He bolted after a guard unlocked the front doors to clean trash from a breezeway. grime. He told authorities his sister had persuaded him to surrender because his family feared for his safety. Jailer Bill Adams said he doubts Toy's account. He thinks the escapee spent his brief liberty hiding beside the Tennessee River. Adams said it was the first time in his 14 years as a deputy and jailer that he's seen an escaped convict willingly return. Toy told the newspaper, "It was a spur of the moment decision. I saw an open door and just ran through it." He added, "I am sorry about what I did. If I had it to do over again, I would have never run out the door." ATTLEBORO, Mass. — A 74-year-old blind woman was Woman nearly fined $48 for 1 cent on overdue bill PAPERBACK shocked when her daughter found a letter from the city saying a lien would be placed on her home unless she paid an overdue water bill. Eileen Wilbur told The Sun Chronicle of Attleboro the letter sent her blood pressure soaring, and pointed out that stamps cost 42 cents. The amount? 1 cent City Collector Debora Marcoccio said the letter was among 2,000 sent out. A computer automatically prints letters for accounts with an overdue balance, and they are not reviewed by staff before being mailed, she said. The letter warned of a $48 penalty if the bill is not paid by Dec. 10. The charge was from the previous fiscal year, which ran from July 2007 to July 2008. "My question is, how come it wasn't paid when the (original) bills went out?" Marcoccio said. Wilbur's daughter, Rose Brederson, who discovered the bill in her mother's mail, called the situation "ridiculous." But she said her mother, who has lived in the home since 1959, would likely end up paying the penny. Be A Professional Peacemaker. Man accidentally leaves $7,500 in donated shoes A newcomer to the United States from Bulgaria found the money this month on her first day at the Goodwill store in Glen Carbon. Goodwill found the family through hints on scraps of paper left in the box. The donor apparently also called the Goodwill office, figuring he was the source of the cash. GLEN CARBON, III. — It took some fancy footwork, but a Goodwill store in Illinois has found the owner of $7,500 in cash mistakenly donated with old shoes. The shoes belonged to the man's recently deceased parents. The store said he didn't want to be identified. Teodora Petrova turned over the money to management. The cash was found in a shoe box, bundled in large denominations. The Center For Dispute Resolution And Conflict Management At SMU's Location In Plano Improve your marketability and open up new career possibilities with a Master of Arts Degree in Dispute Resolution — "one of 31 Best Careers of 2003" according to U.S. News & World Report. The family has offered Petrova a gift for turning over the money. SMU ANNETTE CALDWELL SIMMONS SCHOOL OF EDUCATION & HUMAN DEVELOPMENT 214. 768.9032 or www.smu.edu/resolution Associated Press — Ryan McGeeney Museum — On Nov. 16, two students reported two separate instances of battery. — One Nov. 17, a KU employee reported an instance of identity theft. on campus or on the record On Nov.18, the KU Public Safety Office reported that: A student reported $750 in criminal damage to a car, another student reported the theft of $300, a third student reported $50 in criminal damage to a window screen, and a fourth student reported being the victim of domestic violence-related battery. "Humanities Lecture Series: A Conversation with Jeannette Walls" will begin at 10 a.m. in the Conference Hall in Hall Center. The workshop "Leadership Great Leaders, Great Teams & Great Results" will begin at 8 a.m. in 204 JRP. On Nov. 17, an unknown suspect broke the glass out of a door in Jayhawk Towers, incurring $500 in criminal damage, and another $500 in damage was incurred in a separate incident when the front windshield of a car parked on campus was broken out. On Nov.18, the Lawrence Police Department reported that: A student reported the theft of $100. "Ujamaa Brownbag:'Kansas Africa Relief'" will begin at 11:30 a.m. in Alcove J in the Kansas Union. The flu immunization clinic will begin at 3 p.m. in the first floor conference room in Watkins Memorial Health Center. "Gathering in Guatemala: America's Social Forum for Alternative Ways of Life" will begin at noon in the ECM Center. Kansan newsroom 111 Stuart-Flint Halt 1435 Jones Ave KCS 65044 (785) 864-4810 Today is GIS Day at KU, as a part of an international celebration of geographic information systems. About 300 people are expected at the GIS seminar in the Kansas Union. Go to www.gisku.edu for details. Tell us your news Contact Matt Erickson, Mark Dant, Dani Hurst, Brenna Hawley or editor or editor kanan.com KUinfo daily KU info contact us GRE™ LSAT™ GMAT™ TEST PREPARATION That's Right on Target. KU CONTINUING EDUCATION The University of Kansas Register early! Save $100! Test preparation classes now enrolling. 090008 www.ContinuingEd.ku.edu (keyword: testprep) · 785-864-5823 R THE UNIVERSITY DARY KANSAN WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2008 NEWS 3A NATIONAL Counterterrorism center quietly begins operations A map of lower Manhattan is displayed at the counterterrorism command center of the LOWER Manhattan Security Initiative in New York, a $100 million project started after Sept. 11. POLICE DEPARTMENT POLICE DEPARTMENT POLICE DEPARTMENT BY TOM HAYS ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK — The setting could pass for a high-tech trading floor; men in dark suits sitting at tiered banks of desks, studying a steady stream of video and data on floor-to-ceiling monitors. But the front doors to the 28th floor office near Wall Street are unmarked, and the men aren't fixated on stock market fluctuations. The stakes in their line of business, they say, are much higher. The tenants — counterterrorism officers with the New York Police Department — have transformed the space into the new nerve center for an ambitious plan to protect lower Manhattan from terrorist threats. The center quietly began operating earlier this month, the first phase of a $100 million project sparked by the Sept. 11 attack that destroys the World Trade Center. The project will rely largely on 3,000 closed-circuit security cameras covering roughly 1.7 square miles in and around the financial district. So far, about 150 cameras are in place, with 250 more coming on line by the end of the year and the rest by 2011. The program was modeled in part after the "ring of steel" surveillance measures in London's financial district. But police officials was allowed into the nerve center on the condition he not disclose its exact location. here said it will exceed that effort in scope and sophistication. The 33 officers assigned to the "I believe we'll have the safest business district in the world," Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly said during a visit to the command center, situated in an office tower that is also home to brokerage, research and insurance firms. The project will rely on 3,000 closed-circuit security cameras covering roughly 1.7 square miles in and around the financial district. An Associated Press reporter assigned to the center monitor the live feeds round-the-clock. As the volume of images increases, the NYPD hopes to incorporate "smart surveillance" software programmed to automatically detect possible signs of trouble — an unattended bag, an unauthorized vehicle — and sound an alarm. On the street, 30 police cars with two roof-mounted cameras have begun reading license plates of passing and parked cars; an additional 96 stationary readers will also be installed. Computers check the scanned plate numbers against a database of stolen and suspicious cars, while interactive maps help officers pinpoint their locations and track their movements. The command center eventually will also receive data from devices designed to detect any radiological and biological threats posed by cars and trucks crossing through the neighborhood on Canal Street or entering the 16 bridges and four tunnels serving Manhattan. Police said they picked the downtown location so that private security officials would have ready access. School may change its focus Planned campus exclusively for LGBT students faces pressure to be inclusive of all bullied students NATIONAL BY KAREN HAWKINS ASSOCIATED PRESS WRITER CHICAGO — Planners of Pride Campus never shied away from touting their proposed high school as a haven for gay youth seeking refuge from sometimes hostile traditional classrooms. But under mounting pressure from ministers and gay activists, the name has changed and the focus broadened to create a school that would be one of the nation's largest to serve any students victimized by bullying and harassment. If approved by the country's third-largest school district Wednesday, the Social Justice Solidarity High School would join several smaller U.S. campuses aimed at serving students who have been tormented for everything from their religious beliefs to their beliefs to their weight. It's a less explicitly gay version of a plan first presented to Chicago's board of education in October by schools chief Arne Duncan, whose name has been allies" has been replaced by one that offers protections for students regardless of "orientation," but doesn't men- tion sexuality. Instead, Solidarity school aims to address "city-wide concerns over violence, bullying and harassment" floated as a possible Education Secretary under President-elect Barack Obama. The new language echoes the mission statement of Milwaukee's Alliance School, where lead teacher Tina Owen said staff have been successful in attracting — and protecting — a wide range of students, from those who identify as "Goth" to teens with disabilities. The Social Justice High School: Pride Campus was to open in 2010 and eventually serve 600 students, about half of whom were expected to identify as gay. The Solidarity plan has the same timeline and enrollment goals, but a different mission. "The gay community has fought so long to be inclusive and now you're going to isolate them." The Pride Campus mission statement to serve "the underserved population of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning youth and their WILFREDO DE JESUS Reverend of New Life Covenant "They find it to be a place "They find it to be a place where they can be themselves. It's a safe place." TINA OWEN Lead teacher at Milwaukee's Alliance School where they can be themselves," Owen said. "It's a safe place." School's 125 students identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgendered. But even without a mission statement aimed directly at gay youth, about 60 percent of Alliance enced harassment in the past year because of their sexual orientation and 60 percent felt unsafe at school. Not surprising considering students nationwide say sexual orientation and gender identity are two of the top three reasons behind bullying and harassment. Appearance is No.1, according to the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network (GLSEN). A 2007 GLSEN survey of more than 6,200 middle and high school students found that 86 percent of gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgendered students experi- ondary school students. In the same survey, 33 percent reported skipping a day of school in the past month because they felt unsafe, compared to 4.5 percent of a national sample of sec "Harassment is the rule, not the exception, if you're an LGBT student," said Kevin Jennings, founder of the New York City-based GLEN. Chicago's school board had been slated to vote on the Pride Campus proposal in October, but the vote was delayed as school officials and organizers heard from ministers, gay activists and conservatives opposed to segregating gay students. "If we're going to have a separate high school, let's put the bullies in the high school, not the (gay) kids," said Rick Garcia, political director for the gay rights group Equality Illinois. The Rev. Wilfredo De Jesus of New Life Covenant Church on Chicago's West Side said ministers' message to the school board was "don't segregate, tolerate." "The gay community has fought so long to be inclusive and now you're going to isolate them," De Jesus said. "This is not sending the right message." Critics argued that gay teens aren't the only ones being bullied and that taxpayer dollars shouldn't be used to provide a one-sided education on a controversial topic. KANSAS 1 TRADITION KEEPERS TRADITION KEEPERS Win a behind-the-scenes tour of Allen Field House and meet Coach Self One lucky Tradition Keeper, along with two friends will win a private, behind the scenes tour of Allen Fieldhouse. The winner and friends also will have a private meet and greet with KU basketball Head Coach Bill Self! This is a new event sponsored by the KU Student Alumni Association. Registration Dates Nov. 14 Nov. 19 & 20 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Adams Alumni Center (Home Football Friday) 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Kansas Union The winner will be announced at the Tradition Keepers Finals Dinner, Dec. 15 2008, at the Adams Alumni Center. The tour will be given during the first week of school in January 2009, by a KU marketing representative. At the end of the tour, the winner and friends will meet Coach Self and have a chance to get autographs and take pictures. 1. Stop by a registration table and fill out an entry form. How to enter 2. To be eligible for the contest, a student must be a member of Tradition Keepers for the 2008-2009 school year. 3. Make a suggested donation of $5 to the Assist Youth Foundation. All donations benefit the Assist Youth Foundation. KU Questions? Contact Stefani Gerson at 864-4760 or sgerson@kualumni.org. ALUMNI ASSOCIATION The University of Kansas www.kualumni.org TRADITION KU ALUMNI ASSOCIATION KEEPERS SAA RESTAURANT ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Student Senate THIS WEEK ON CAMPUS November 19,2008 funded by: Student Senate RUN ALL FOR TWO WEEKS! THE SERVICE LEARNING AMBASSADORS invites You to COMPLETE your certification by attending reflection sessions: 11/11 2:30 – 3:30 pm Alcove J 11/12 10 – 11 am Alcove A 11/13 6-7 pm Alcove J 11/19 6-7pm Alcove B 11/20 12-1pm Alcove J 11/21 2-3 pm Alcove J all located on the 3rd floor of the Kansas Union! For more information/questionst e-mail slam@ku.edu THE KU MARKETING CLUB PRESENTS The 7th Annual Career Development Conference Friday, November 21, 2008 4th floor of the Kansas Union 12:30 – 5:00pm Open to ALL KU students, free of charge! Attend interactive workshops, compete in a case competition, and gain valuable knowledge from a panel of speakers. 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Thursday, November 20th 7pm at the ECM presented by AIESEC ALJAZEERA how biased is YOUR news 4A NEWS ELECTION 2008 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2008 Alaska Republican loses Senate re-election bid Ted Stevens had served nearly 40 years in the U.S. Senate before Tuesday's defeat ch/Sarvena) I'm going to speed mgs up a little with nother lightning. BY MICHAEL R. BLOOD ASSOCIATED PRESS Sen. Ted Stevens (R-Alaska), left, lost his re-election bid to Democratic Senate candidate and Anchorage Mayor Mark Begich on Tuesday. Stevens, the longest-serving Republican in Senate history, had brushed aside calls from GOP leaders to resign after he was found guilty of three counts of lying on Senate disclosure forms. Stevens was seeking his seventh full term in the Nov. 4 election, but his loss marks the downfall of a political icon and moves the Democrats closer to a filibuster-noff Senate mainity. ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Sen. Ted Stevens, the longest serving Republican in Senate history, narrowly lost his re-election bid Tuesday, marking the downfall of a Washington political power and Alaskan icon who couldn't survive a conviction on federal corruption charges. His defeat to Anchorage Mayor Mark Begich moves Senate Democrats closer to a filibuster-proof 60-vote majority. Tuesday's tally of just more than 24,000 absentee and other ballots gave Begich 146,286, or 47.56 percent, to 143,912, or 46.76 percent, for Stevens. Stevens' ouster on his 85th birthday marks an abrupt realignment in Alaska politics and will alter the power structure in the Senate, where he has served since the days of the Johnson administration while holding seats on some of the most influential committees in Congress. Stevens likes to encourage comparisons with the Incredible Hulk, but he occupies an outsized place in Alaska history. His involvement in politics dates to the days before Alaska statehood, and he is esteemed for his ability to secure billions of dollars in federal aid for transportation and military projects. The Anchorage airport bears his name; in Alaska, it's simply "Uncle Ted." A recount is possible. "He symbolizes Alaska's legitimacy, that Alaska is a player on the national stage as much as anybody else." University of Alaska Anchorage history professor Steve Haycox said. Stevens' loss was another slap for Republicans in a year that has seen the party lose control of the White House, as well as seats in the House and Senate. Democrats now hold 58 seats, when two independents who align with Democrats are included, with undecided races in Minnesota and Georgia where two Republicans are trying to hang onto their seats. "With seven seats and counting now added to the Democratic ranks in the Senate, we have an even stronger majority that will bring real change to America," Sen. Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., chairman of the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee, said in a statement. Democrats have now picked up seven Senate seats in the Nov. 4 election. Begich, in a statement, said, "I am humbled and honored to serve Alaska in the United States Senate. It's been an incredible journey getting to this point, and I appreciate the support and commitment of the thousands of Alaskans who have brought us to this day." The climactic count came after a series of tumultuous days for a senator who has been straddling challenges to his power both at home and in his trial in Washington. Notwithstanding all that turmoil, Stevens revealed Tuesday that he will not ask President George W. Bush to give him a pardon for his seven felony convictions. Stevens' future was murky at a time when newly elected members of both the House and Senate were on Capitol Hill for heady receptions, picture-taking sessions and orientation this week. Stevens, speaking earlier Tuesday in Washington, said he had no idea what his life would be like in January, when the 111th Congress convenes. "I wouldn't wish what I'm going through on anyone, my worst enemy," he lamented to reporters. "I haven't had a night's sleep for almost four months." Last month just days before the election, Stevens was convicted by a federal jury in Washington of lying on Senate disclosure forms to conceal more than $250,000 in gifts and home renovations from an oil field services company. His defeat could also allow Republican senators to sidestep the task of determining whether to kick out the longest serving member of their party in the Senate. When counting resumed Tuesday, 1,022 votes divided the candidates out of about 300,000 ballots cast. Most of the those votes came from areas that had favored Begich — the Anchorage vicinity and the southeastern panhandle around Juneau. 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THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS SCHOOL OF FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC AND DANCE PRESENTS THE UNIVERSITY DANCE COMPANY WITH SOLOIST PATRICK SUZEAU FLAMENCO SOLOIST MICHELLE HEFFNER HAYES FEATURING JOSÉ LIMÓN'S MASTERWORK LA MALINCHE 7:30 P.M. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2008 7:30 P.M. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2008 LIED CENTER OF KANSAS Tickets on sale at the Lied Center, Murphy Hall and SUA box offices. Call (785) 864-ARTS (2787) for tickets. $10 Public, $7 Students and Senior Adults DANCE Pod for by STUDENT SENATE one community, many voices 7:30 P.M. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2008 7:30 P.M. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2008 LIED CENTER OF KANSAS Tickets on sale at the Lied Center, Murphy Hall and SUA box offices. Call (785) 864-ARTS (2787) for tickets. $10 Public, $7 Students and Senior Adults nefa National Instrument for the Arts DANCE Parked for by STUDENT SENATE www.nationalinstrumentforthearts.org NEA NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE ARTS AMERICAN BOWING COUNCIL It is a testament to Stevens' popularity — he was once named "Alaskan of the Century" — that he won nearly half the votes, even after his conviction. He routinely brought home the highest number of government dollars per capita in the nation — more than $9 billion in 2006 alone, according to one estimate. With Stevens gone "it's a big gap in dollars — billions of dollars — that none of the other members of the delegation, Begich, whoever, could fill," said Gerald McBeath, chair of the political science department at University of Alaska Fairbanks. "There is no immediate replacement for him." Following the trial Stevens said In a state where oil and politics have always mixed, the conviction came as part of a long-running investigation into government corruption centered around VECO. Stevens' lawyer demanded a speedy trial, hoping for exoneration in time to fight the first serious threat to his seat in decades. But the trial in Washington not only left Stevens a felon, it deprived him of time to campaign in his home state. Stevens refused pleas from his own party leaders to step down after the verdict, including Sen. John McCain, the GOP presidential nominee who said the Alaska senator had "broken his trust with the people." Begich will be the first Democrat to represent Alaska in the Senate in nearly 30 years. He is the son of Nick Begich, Alaska's third congressman, who died in a plane crash 1972 while running for reelection. ASSOCIATED PRESS CRIME Accused boy says he found men's bodies FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — An 8-year-old boy accused of fatally shooting his father and another man is shown in a video calmly telling law enforcement officers that he found the men lying in his home after returning from school on the day of the shootings. The roughly 12-minute video posted Monday night on Phoenix television station KTVK's Web site shows part of the questioning the boy underwent as authorities in the eastern Arizona community of St. Johns investigated the Nov. 5 killings. The station said it got the video from the prosecutor's office in Apache County, where the shootings occurred. Police in St. Johns have said the boy confessed to the shootings but haven't discussed specifics. His attorney has claimed police overreached in questioning the boy. His family has repeatedly declined to comment to The Associated Press, including Monday night. The third-grader has been charged as a juvenile with two counts of murder. The video, which the station said is only a portion of the interview, shows the boy discussing what he said happened when he got home from school on Nov. 5. His face obscured, the boy described getting off the school bus, circling the block several times, then going home and finding the bodies. KU INDEPENDENT STUDY KU Courses Distance Learning 864-5823 enroll@ku.edu www.ContinuingEd.ku.edu/is KU في هذه الصورة لا يمكننا إيجاد أي صورة بسيطة لجميع الحالات. THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2008 NEWS 5A ENVIRONMENT Schwarzenegger hosts summit on climate change GOVERNORS' GLOBAL CLIMATE SUMMIT FINDING SOLUTIONS THROUGH REGIONAL ACTION California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger advocates environmental protection at the Governors' Global Climate Summit in Beverly Hills, Calif., on Tuesday. Governors from Asia, South and North America met in California this week to share ideas on how to combat climate change and discuss ways to prod their national governments to join the effort. ASSOCIATED PRESS ASSOCIATED PRESS BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger opened his international climate change summit on Tuesday by upstaging himself with an even bigger political star — President-elect Barack Obama. Schwarzenegger, a Republican whose efforts to combat global warming in California have generated worldwide acclaim, wants to show that governments can balance environmental protection and economic growth. He hopes his summit will influence negotiations over a new climate treaty during a U.N. gathering in Poland next month. In a taped message to attendees, Obama said his administration was committed to a cause that had all but languished at the federal level during the term of President George W. Bush. "Once I take office, you can be sure that the United States will once engage vigorously in these negotiations and help lead the world toward a new era of global cooperation on climate change," Obama said. U. N. negotiators have a December 2009 deadline to complete the next global warming treaty, which would succeed the 1997 Kyoto Protocol. That treaty, which expires in 2012, does not include the U.S. or China — the world's largest emitters. Negotiators want to cut in half the amount of carbon dioxide discharged into the atmosphere from transportation, industry and power generation by mid-century. In his roughly four-minute address to Schwarzenegger's conference, Obama said the U.S. economy would continue to weaken if climate change and dependence on foreign oil are left unaddressed. He reiterated his support for cutting greenhouse gas emissions using a cap-and-trade system, an approach also favored by Schwarzenegger. Obama said he would establish annual targets to reduce emissions to their 1990 levels by 2020, and reduce them another 80 percent by 2050. Obama also promoted anew his proposal to invest $15 billion each year to support private-sector efforts toward clean energy. He said tackling climate change can create millions of new jobs as the U.S. invests in technologies to promote solar and wind power, biofuels and cleaner coal-fired plants. "I promise you this: When I am president, any governor who's willing to promote clean energy will have a partner in the White House," Obama told the participants. "Any company that's willing to invest in clean energy will have an ally in Washington. And any nation that's willing to join the cause of combating climate change will have an ally in the United States of America." Scientists say the kind of ambitious goals set by Schwarzenegger and Obama must be reached to minimize the consequences of rising global temperatures. The U.N.'s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has said temperatures worldwide could increase between 4 degrees and 11 degrees Fahrenheit by 2100 unless nations reduce their emissions. Just how countries will cut emissions remains a topic of intense debate, especially as the world grapples with the worsening financial crisis. U.S. and foreign businesses, as well as some European countries, have questioned whether cutting emissions will be too costly. Schwarzenegger said states, provinces and countries can cut emissions by forming partnerships, as he has done as governor. "I still have friends in the business world that come to me and say that this is going to hurt the economy," Schwarzenegger said in his opening remarks. "But of course, we believe very strongly it is going to help the economy." Schwarzenegger has signed partnerships with governors of seven Western states and four Canadian provinces to develop regional cap-and-trade systems. He also has an agreement with the state of New York to explore linking California's future carbon market with a trading system in the Northeast. The governor also has signed agreements with the United Kingdom and Australia's premier in Victoria to combat climate change. Schwarzenegger addressed attendees from 19 other countries and 17 states. He announced the conference in September and sent out some 1,400 invitations to regional government representatives, scientists, policy experts and industry representatives. The two-day summit at the Beverly Hilton Hotel has drawn more than 800 attendees to discuss strategies to cut greenhouse gas emissions. Schwarzenegger's conference included government officials from Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Poland and the United Kingdom. Republican Gov. Charlie Crist of Florida and Democratic governors Rod Blagoievich of Illinois, Kathleen Sebelius of Kansas and Jim Doyle of Wisconsin are cohosts. OVERNORS' ASSOCIATED PRESS Dr. Guoqiang Lu, left, Division Chief of the National Cooperation National Development and Reform Commission for the People's Republic of China, listens to Dr Adrian Fernandez, President National Institute of Ecology for the United Mexican States. CRIME Arkansas preacher arrested Tony Alamo faces federal charges of child sex crimes ASSOCIATED PRESS LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — State officials on Tuesday took into protective custody 21 children associated with an evangelical group whose founder faces federal child sex charges. The children, all younger than 18 and part of the Tony Alamo Christian Ministries, were taken while custody hearings were being held for six girls seized during a September raid of Alamo's compound in Fouke, in southwest Arkansas. The court must decide whether the girls should be returned to their parents or remain in state care. On Monday, a 14-year-old girl taken by the state during the September raid testified that Alamo molested her, counted a number of young girls as his wives, and coached her and others to say they weren't touched improperly or beaten. Authorities took three children into custody Tuesday at the courthouse in Texarkana, 130 miles southwest of Little Rock. Police seized the other 18 children from two vans during a traffic stop, said Julie Munsell, a spokeswoman for the state Department of Human Services. She said she didn't know why the children were in the vans or where they were headed, and she declined to elaborate on the court order, which cites allegations of neglect and physical abuse as the reason for the seizures. She said Alamo creep up behind her while she was showering, held his hand over her mouth and sexually molested her. She said Alamo warned her to keep quiet, saying if she didn't, shed beaten by a man who witnesses have described as Alamo's enforcer. Alamo, 74, is charged with two counts of transporting a juvenile across state lines for sex, once in 2004 and again the following year. The preacher, listed in court documents by his real name, Bernie Lazar Hoffman, has pleaded not guilty to the federal charges, each of which carries a sentence of 10 years to life in prison and a fine of up to $250,000. He is in jail in Texarkana awaiting trial, which is set to begin in February. Alamo has preached that the Bible allows young girls to marry once they reach puberty but has said he didn't adopt the practice. His attorney, John Wesley Hall Jr., said Tuesday he doubts Alamo can get a fair trial in Texarkana because of the media scrutiny surrounding the case. He said Alamo is an easy target in the child welfare hearings because Alamo is in jail and can't attend the hearings. "Tony Alamo is not able to be there to defend himself, not able to cross-examine these people, which is a fundamental right," Hall said. 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While millions of people voted against Obama, there is no mounting cause of people protesting the results of the election or calling for Obama to step down. No one thinks the Supreme Court should keep him from taking office. Except for a few extremists who should be ignored, the nation is rallying around its new president-elect whether they voted for him or not. Our nation is a democracy, and the people have spoken. But there was another result from the election that also got 52 percent of the vote that many people seem much less willing to accept. Last time I checked cnn.com, 52 percent of the votes in California were in favor of Proposition 8. It is understandable that the millions of people that voted against it are disappointed, but the people have spoken. We're a nation that prides itself on being a democracy. The same power that will carry Obama to the White House is the same power that passed, and should enforce, Proposition 8 — the voice of the people. That people have the right to protest is beyond question. But when our fellow students gathered over the weekend to protest, I had to ask myself: Are they protesting Proposition 8 or democracy? Nathan Markham is a senior from Lawrence. RECENT COMMENTS @KANSAN.COM The 14th Amendment to the Constitution states that all persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the State wherein they reside. No State shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States; nor shall any State deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws. I'm a tax-paying, gay citizen of California, and I'm not getting equal protection of the laws. Next question? excerpted from a comment by 14th_Amendment This needed to happen for a lot of people to wake up, in and out of the LDS Church, and for the truth to be known about the LDS Church and how those in it think they can push anyone around who is different. The 14th Amendment is our right, gay or straight. It's insane that this was allowed on the ballot to begin with. I was a "good Mormon" for 27 years before coming out to my own truth and now live as a law-abiding lesbian who is active in my community. I pay taxes and deserve the same rights and privileges as any straight man or woman. The role that the LDS Church has played in this situation is typical. However, when you are a member of the church, trying constantly to be "better than yourself," you are frankly too close to see real truth. This will not stand, and I hope the members of the church will finally wake up. members regarding Prop 8, it's amazing how many people do not even have a clue what it is and voted blindly to pass it. When I speak to church I have two children. They didn't catch my gayness, and neither will you. — excerpted from a comment by csommer - comment by Satirical Since all laws discriminate are all laws invalidated by the EP clause of the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution? I want to vote on every issue before the U.S. Senate, how dare I be denied that right? I pay my taxes. This is crazy! California has equal protection and benefits under the law. They are called civil unions. Every legal benefit afforded in California marriage is given to couples of California civil unions. The people do not want the word marriage redefined in California (at this time). - comment by barryj What I find interesting is that Prop 8 was passed in one of the most politically liberal states of this country and by a majority of African Americans and Latinos. I see the biggest obstacle is convincing California minorities that homosexuality has a place in the state's minority political leadership. If minorities don't even acknowledge homosexuals as a disenfranchised population, good luck convincing the majority of Californians. @ @KANSAN.COM Want more? Read and post comments online. HOW TO SUBMIT A LETTER TO THE EDITOR The submission should include the author's name, grade and hometown. LETTER GUIDELINES Send letters to opinionkanans.com Write LETTER TO THE EDITOR in the e-mail subject line. Length: 300 words Find the full letter to the editor policy online at kansan.com/letters. 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MAX RINKEL How corn infiltrated the entire food chain FARM FRESH POLITICS CARA MCCONNELL Baking mixes. Cheese, Peanut butter. Toothpaste. Vitamins. Adhesive. What do all these items have in common? Potentially, corn. So is corn really benefiting you? Or are you just benefiting the corn system? And that's just the beginning of the types of items people like Jenny Connors, a corn allergy sufferer, have to avoid every day. On her Web site, www.cornallergens.com, she lists close to 200 cor-derived ingredients that she and other allergy sufferers must avoid. The list ranges from simpler items to avoid, like hominy, to ingredients such as corn starch and citric acid, which show up in thousands of food and non-food items. as possible so they can turn cows into hamburgers as fast as possible. Nutrition compromised for cheap and fast - the name of the Western diet game. Corn allergy sufferers are the canaries in the mine of the Western diet. Their search to find the few foods that don't include corn signals huge trouble: that we're slowly narrowing our diet down to a handful of ingredients. Why is corn one of them? It's definitely not because it's overloaded with every nutrient needed to sustain a healthy human being. Corn is good for some energy, We've got to stop letting cheap and fast dictate one of the basic needs of human existence. Staying alive is the primary concern of every individual, and eating is how we do it. As Pollan suggests, if we don't start paying attention to what we eat, we will continue to be a paradox: an undernourished culture consuming an overabundance of food. We need to live like a corn allergy sufferer — we need to know exactly what we're eating, and we need to adapt our diets accordingly. Food diversity is the key to thriving rather than merely surviving. To butcher an old saying, "man cannot live by corn alone." Likewise, Americans are unknowingly narrowing down to a corn-driven diet thanks to ever-present processed foods that are, of course, cheap and fast. And it's having the same effect on us as it does on cattle — lots of nutritionally deficient calories to help us "grow." McConnell is a Dallas junior in English. But corn is the chosen one because it's fast and easy. As Michael Pollan puts it in his book "In Defense of food," corn is one of "nature's most efficient transformers of sunlight and chemical fertilizer into carbohydrate energy." Basically, if you want the maximum number of calories per acre, corn's your crop. some fiber, a little bit of vitamins and not much else. It's no super food. So now we're in a vicious cycle. Corn's in everything because it's readily available, and it's readily available because the system demands it for every product and will consistently shell out money for it. Americans are quickly becoming cattle in feedlots. Meat producers have switched cows' diets from their normal grassy fare, one that provided cows naturally with nutrients like omega-3s, to corn and soy. And calories equal cash. Corn pays, thanks to government subsidies and a food culture demanding large quantities of it to sweeten its soft drinks and thicken its gravity. So if you want to survive as a farmer, you're stuck feeding the corn system. Corn keeps corn on the table. The new diet provides the maximum number of calories as quickly ASSOCIATED PRESS Rescuing our waistlines will be expensive,too MUSINGS OF THE DOOMED SOME ZACHARY GRAHAM I have distinct memories of high school P.E.: my P.E. teacher rolling out basketball so he could flirt with the music teacher, playing table tennis and good ol' fashioned square dancing. But it was mostly a lot of standing around. But new data has been released that should make teachers and administrators think about the curriculum. Almost 20 percent of 2 to 19 year olds are considered overweight, which can be a precursor to diabetes, a recent study by the National Health and Nutritional Examination Survey reported. In 2007, diabetes cost Americans $174 billion, up $42 billion since 2002, according to the American Diabetes Organization. How can we combat this? Another way to decrease the financial burden of diabetes rests on school boards and state and federal education departments. We have to be personally responsible. Exercise is a cheap and easy way to fight diabetes. We should increase the amount of time kids spend in P.E. and shift the overall focus from team games to physical activity. We need to move away from teaching square dancing and table tennis to a curriculum that mandates physical activity. With the increase in childhood obesity, we need to make kids have P.E. all year, every year. Don't drop exercise classes in favor of math and reading. Because schools need to meet certain requirements for these subjects, resources are freed by eliminating exercise. Children should be active instead of taking standardized tests. The only physical activity some students get may be in a P.E. class. But don't feel so safe, college kids. A recent study reports that only 8 percent of us meet the American College of Sport Medicine's recommendations for physical activity, meaning 30 minutes of moderate activity five times a week. Getting that much exercise is not hard. All it requires is being proactive and not lazy. The only way to stop this trend is to form exercise habits at the earliest age possible, or our Wall Street Rescue package is going to look like chump change compared to our national health bills. Graham is a Columbus, Ohio graduate student in exercise physiology. FREE FOR ALL To contribute to Free for All, visit Kansan.com or call 785-864-0500. Has anyone else noticed that since Obama's been elected the History Channel's been playing a lot on the anti- China? --- I want a hippopotamus for Christmas. --comedy. D. C. loves the Fantastic Four. --comedy. --comedy. I saw two girls making out at the Phoggy Dog this weekend. Scary scars. --comedy. --comedy. To the blonde bitch who's all over my man: Back the fuck. How gay does it make me that I'm more in love with Edward Cohen than all of my girl --- --comedy. To the guy who came into the 23rd Street Brewery tonight in the smoking hot navy blue pullover: Give me a call. I will marry you. --comedy. Hey GDI, I don't know what peeping is. So... Since when do the police not have to stop at a red light? --comedy. Some guy fell down right next to me. When I went to help him up, I stepped on his basketball shorts and then when he got up his basketball shorts came down. It was kind of sad, but I couldn't help laughing at that kind of --- I just heard a guy in a trench coat say that the thinks that Malibu Rum is the "shizzit" --- I captured a level 22 campus squirrel in one of my poke' --to eat you? Let's cut a deal! 'll backpack with you in the mountains, if you debate epistemology with me. --to eat you? I wish I could be like Judge Judy --to eat you? "If God didn't want us to eat animals, then why did he make them out of meat?" You are meat, does God want me to eat you? --- I'm not friends on Facebook with any of my ex-girlfriends. --- Trolls: Don't feed them --- Step on the crunchy ones. --- @KANSAN.COM Want more? Check out Free for All online. --- 8A 8A NEWS INTERNATIONAL (CONTINUED FROM 1A) THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2008 that so far, she had received 46 applications this semester. Walden said she expected more KU applicants this academic year. "From the steady increase in applicants, it is easy to see that this is becoming a post-graduate option for a number of KU seniors," she said. Brady Swenson, a 2002 graduate who recently returned from a stint in the Peace Corps, taught English in secondary school in Guyana, South America, from 2003 to 2005. "Instead of doing backpacking or visiting somewhere for a few weeks or months." Swenson said, "I really wanted to get into a culture and see what it is like to be in another part of the world." blackboards before his brother sent him thousands of English books. His village didn't have a paved basketball court, so he initiated building the first court, which was one of his Swenson said he didn't have the necessary resources for teaching English. He said he lacked books and had to write short stories on "I really wanted to get into a culture and see what it is like to be in another part of the world." Both Peace Corps and Teach for America offer some benefits dur- biggest contributions to the community. BRADY SWENSON 2002 graduate America to teach chemistry in Boston or Chicago. Rock said he wanted to give back to communities in challenging areas. ing and after the program, which could include health care, deferment or partial cancellation of student loans and job search. Partnerships with graduate schools and possible scholarships will benefit candidates, such as Rock and Steward, who plan to go to graduate school. Swenson said he gained as much from his volunteer experience as he gave to the community. He also said many interviewers were interested in hearing about his experience as a Peace Corps worker when he applied for jobs in the U.S. His experience also inspired him to start a fair-trade business that sold handcrafted art to support artists in developing countries. Alex Rock, Lawrence senior, recently applied for Teach for Despite all the benefits, some students hesitate to apply. Luke Thompson, 2008 graduate, said he considered working for the Peace Corps after graduation but decided to work in Lawrence instead. He said his biggest concern was paying off his student loans, which were not qualified for the Peace Corps' student loan assistance program. Contact JoAnna Giffin at 816-501-3601 for more information MBA@Avila.edu KANSAS AYTEMES KANSAS AYTEMES 5 Brady Swenson's students celebrate the grand opening of the basketball court he helped build, which he considered one of his biggest contributions to the community where he taught in Guyana, South America. Students wore Jayhawk jerseys Swenson's father sent from the U.S. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO Edited by Brieun Scott HOUSING (CONTINUED FROM 1A) disinterest and willful ignorance. "The code breaks down along single-family and multiple-family dwellings," said Jiminez, who estimated the number of Oread dwellings in the thousands. "The thing about the Oread neighborhood is that you have a lot of houses that are broken up into two or three apartments, and maybe it's a single dwelling unit. That's happened over the last 30, 40, 50 years, because it's basically been student housing for decades." Jiminez said that city code ordinances dictated standardized inspections of single-family dwellings, but that inspection of multifamily dwellings, like most of the rental properties throughout the student ghetto, were entirely complaint-driven. This is one reason why over-occupancy is so widespread throughout private student housing. One Lawrence landlord, who asked to not be identified, said the four-person limit was impractical and typically ignored. "I only became aware that there was a limit of four occupants within the last three years," said the landlord, who said she rented to about 200 students throughout the city. "I was flabbergasted and horrified. I would say that if you were to walk door-to-door, you're going to find that more than half those houses have more than four people in them. I haven't counted which of mine are over four, but if it's a five-bedroom house, it probably has five people in it." When the inspection forced Brown and her roommates to decide whether some or all of them would leave then rental, Knutzen offered to draft a new lease for four of them at a reduced rate. This presented another problem that contributes to over-occupancy: Rent rates are not arbitrarily set but are usually a balance between the property owner's financial needs and the renters' willingness to pay. At $2,000 a month, rent cost Brown and her roommates an average of less than $335 per month and provided Knutzen enough rev- "The thing about a house like that,it's built for more than four people. And it costs more than four peoples'ret." THOMAS KNUTZEN Landlord enue to cover the mortgage and other fees related to home ownership. "The thing about a house like that: It's built for more than four people," Knutzen said. "And it costs more than four peoples' rent to pay the mortgage" On Nov. 15, Brown and her roommates moved out of their rental house. Brown and her best friend moved into a two-story house three blocks down the street, and the other four roommates relocated within Lawrence. Knutzen is currently seeking new renters for the property. Brown said though the sudden upheaval of her housing situation had been trying, she planned to use the experience to better prepare herself for future situations. "For some reason, we thought we were going to transform the beast into Cinderella." Brown said. But sometimes, she recognized, it's better just to accept the beast for what it is. Edited by Mary Sorrick Coming Dec. 1st Who’s On Top? THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN 2008 THE LION MASTER ASSOCIATED PRESS Wild horses roam around the Bureau of Land Management National Wild Horse & Burro Adoption Center Monday in Palomino Valley, Nev. A government advisory board on Monday weighed the prospect of using euthanasia and unlimited sale of wild horses to control herd populations throughout the West and corral escalating costs of caring for the animals taken off the range. NATIONAL Oil tycoon's wife will create refuge for wild horses in danger BY JAMIE STENGLE ASSOCIATED PRESS DALLAS — The wife of Texas oil tycoon T. Boone Pickens said Tuesday she'll create a refuge for wild horses, after the federal agency that manages the animals said it may have to kill some to control the herds and protect the Western range. About 33,000 wild horses and burros roam the open range in 10 Western states. The U.S. Bureau of Land Management wants that population to be about 27,000, in order to protect the herd, the range and other foraging animals. Those horses that are too old or are unadoptable by the public are sent to long-term holding facilities. The BLM now has about the same number of the animals in holding facilities as on the range. The agency has said the costs of keeping animals in the holding facilities has caused officials to consider euthanasia as a last-resort. Madeleine Pickens told The Associated Press that she has proposed purchasing around 1 million acres to be a refuge for the horses now in holding facilities and that the BLM has agreed to give her the horses once she has the land. BLM spokesman Tom Gorey said the agency welcomed the offer. Don's Auto: Tips for Better Gas Mileage Change your air filter regularly 1 2 Slow down! 3 Use fuel injection cleaner every 30,000 to 60,000 miles Tire CARBON Don's Auto Center Since 1972 11th & Haskell·841-4833 "Right now we couldn't be more pleased with her interest, and we hope that materializes so that we can get many of these horses out of holding," he said. Pickens said animals brought to the refuge would be sterilized, and she would be able to take the extra horses the BLM takes out of the wild each year as well. "We will never turn an animal down," Pickens said. Pickens said she was negotiating the purchase of the land but would not say where it was. She is also creating a foundation to help with the project. "I feel this tremendous relief," Pickens said. "I feel like the wagon is surrounded and instead of being surrounded by evil, it's surrounded by people who are willing to help." Gorey said that while the BLM had authority to euthanize the surplus horses, it was an option the agency did not want to have to exercise. A BLM advisory board on wild horses was considering more than a dozen recommendations to help spur public adoptions that have slowed in recent years and to curb population growth as a way to reduce long-term holding costs. --- --- SPORTS ESPN'S TOP RECRUIT OPTS FOR MEMPHIS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN Xavier Henry chose not to become a Jayhawk and instead will be a Tiger in 2009. |5B 1 BYE WEEK ENERGIZES VOLLEYBALL TEAM WWW.KANSAN.COM WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2008 Jayhawks take advantage of week off to prepare to make a run at an NCAA Tournament bid. VOLLEYBALL | 8B KANSAS 85, FLORIDA GULF COAST 45 PAGE1B KANSAS COASTS KANSAS 15 GCU 4 3 Freshman guard Tyshawn Taylor flies between two Florida Gulf Coast defenders for a shot during Tuesday night's game at Allen Fieldhouse. The Jayhwaks defeated the Eagles 85-45. Taylor scored five points and dished out three assists in the game. Jon Goerina/KANSAN Defense holds Florida Gulf Coast to 13 of 55 shots from the field BY CASE KEEFER ckeefer@kansan.com Sherron Collins missed more than five three-pointers in a row in the shoot- around before the game against Florida Gulf Coast. He rarely missed one again for the rest of the night. Collins shot 4-for-6 from three-point range and scored a career-high 25 points in the 85-45 Jayhawk victory against the Eagles. "I just knew I was hot," Collins said. "Mostly everything I was putting up was going in. I felt pretty good shooting it." Collins also led the defensive charge. He barely gave Eagle point guards Reed Baker and Reggie Chambers room to think, let alone run their offense. Florida Gulf Coast reserved for themselves all the missed shots once the game began. The Eagles converted on only 13 of their 55 shots from the field. One more missed shot and they would have tied the all-time record for least field goals made against Kansas. It resulted in 24 turnovers by the Eagles with 14 of them coming in the first half. Sophomore guard Brady Morningstar recorded a steal and a block in the opening two minutes. Florida Gulf Coast shot 12 percent from the field in the first half. Whether it was smothering defense from Kansas or the ineptitude of Florida Gulf Coast's offense is debatable. Kansas coach Bill Self thought it was a combination of the two. "They missed shots," Self said. "But any time a team shoots that percentage, you must have done some things defensively." While the defense locked down the Eagles, the offense got off to a fast start. Collins scored nine points in the first nine minutes as the layhawks started the game with a 13-2 run. Similar to Sunday's game against UMKC, sophomore center Cole Aldrich got into foul trouble early. Aldrich recorded two fouls in the first three and a half minutes against Florida Gulf Coast — lasting only 30 seconds longer than he did in the first game. It forced Self to send him to the bench for the majority of the first half. Self said SEE BASKETBALL ON PAGE 5B National Championship banner makes Collins emotional They turned the lights out. Otherwise,you might have been able to see Sherron Collins's face. There he stood, 15 minutes before Kansas' game against Florida Gulf Coast. Sherron and the layawks, lined up across the free-throw line in front of their bench. Collins, Kansas' most gifted returner, stood in the dark. You couldn't see his face as the crowd cheered. You couldn't see his face as he watched "The Shot" one more time on video board. You couldn't see his face as the curtain covering Kansas' 2008 National Championship banner finally fell. BY RUSTIN DODD dodd@kansan.com If you could, you might have seen a tear. Well, Collins is maintaining that he almost shed a tear. The video of coach Bill Self's postgame speech, and the faces of his teammates dancing on the floor at the Alarmodome almost got to him. They turned out the lights, so we'll never know for sure. But Collins says he didn't cry. It's been 226 days since Mario Chalmer's leaping three-pointer rippled the net inside the Alamodome in San Antonio. That's approximately 13,500 hours, if You're messing around with a "It was really emotional," Collins said. "It really meant a lot for me." calculator. More than 800,000 minutes, if you're really bored. Chalmers' shot still goes in time. And Tuesday they hung a banner inside Allen Fieldhouse. Some things are still the same. The old Fieldhouse still smells like popcorn. The rafters are still blue. And Kansas rolled over another sacrificial nonconference opponent, so a few season ticket-holders ducked out early. But so much has changed since Kansas run to the championship. The heroes and villains of last March are sprinkled across the country. Davidson guard Stephen Curry, Kansas' precocious Elite Eight opponent, scored 44 points against Oklahoma last night. North Carolina's Tyler Hansbrough, overwhelmed by Kansas in the Final Four. SEE DODD ON PAGE 4B WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Team knocks off defending Big 10 champs on ESPN Three players score in double digits against Iowa in Tuesday's game which was featured in a 24-hour college basketball marathon BY DANNY NORDSTROM dnordstrom@kansan.com People at Allen Fieldhouse may have thought SpongeBob SquarePants was making a special visit Tuesday with the number of third-graders in the stands. In reality, all the commotion was really about the women's basketball team. A student section made up almost entirely of elementary school students on a health and fitness field trip was to thank for the loud shrieks that helped Kansas (2-0) defeat Iowa (1- 7) 65-5. The Jayhawks were indeed successful yesterday as they defeated the defending Big 10 champs on a nationally televised ESPN game as part of a 24-hour college basketball marathon. Kansas was aided by a younger-than-usual student section when several hundred "It was clear early that if as good as the crowd, wed ha to be successful," said head coach Bonnie Henrickson. "LaChelda is a great player. Tonight she showed it. I think she was holding it back in these last two games, and I think this season she's going to bring it out." Lawrence three-through sixth-graders cheered the jayhaws to victory. DANIELLE MCCRAY Junior forward The game started off even as both teams traded baskets for the first 15 minutes. An junior forward Danielle McCray said. "It's great. It was really loud and I felt like I was at a guys' national championship game." "It seems like they ate a whole bag of Sour Patch Kids with all that energy." inside layup by senior forward Marjia Zinic sparked a 10-0 Kansas run during the next four minutes. Both McCray and junior guard Kelly Kohn knocked down three-pointers during the run to ignite the youthful crowd. The second half saw a stunning performance by Morris, who sparked the Kar sparked the Kansas offense. The Jayhawks made an early 8-2 run to make the score 43-30 five minutes into the second half. McCray helped lead the Javhawks to victory, scoring 15 points with nine rebounds. Also impressive was the all-around play by LaChelda Jacobs. The junior point guard had a career-best 18 points and six assists, going 7-of-11 from the field. Jacobs' play was definitely contagious, as junior guard Sade Morris, who went 0-6 in the first half, dropped 17 points in the final period. "LaChelda is a great player," McCray said. "Tonight she showed it. I think she was holding it back in these last two games, and I think this season she's going to bring it out." Jacobs' defensive pressure was also impressive. Her three steals and dominant defensive presence greatly aided Kansas as it held Iowa to a 28.6 field goal percentage in the second half. "LaChelda has poise, plays aggressive, and plays confidently, and that can be contagious for this team," Henrickson said. Edited by Brenna Hawley KANSAS 00 14 21 Jon Goerina/KANSAN Junior guard LaChelta Jacobs slices through the Iowa defense for an easy bucket during the second half of Tuesday's game at Allen Fieldhouse. Kansas defeated Iowa 76-55, led by Jacob's '18 points on 7-for-11 shooting from the floor. . 2B --- THE UNIVERSITY HAIRY KANSAN WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2008 quote of the day "I didn't get to see a lot of it. I was on my back." — Kansas quarterback Todd Reesing on Dezmon Briscoe's highlight reel catch against Texas fact of the day Kansas sophomore wide receiver Dezmon Briscoe, who has 1,091 receiving yards this season, is 54 yards from breaking Kansas' record single-season receiving yards. Former Kansas wide receiver Bob Johnson, who recorded 1,144 receiving yards in 1983, currently has the record. trivia of the day Q: Who has the Kansas football program's career record for receiving yards? A: Wille Vaughn, who played at Kansas from 1985-88, racked up 2,266 receiving yards at Kansas. KU sports schedule Today-Friday No events Saturday Saturday Volleyball: Texas, 6:30 p.m. (Austin, Texas) Sunday Sunday Women's basketball: St. Louis, 4 p.m. (St. Louis) Monday Men's basketball: Washington, 9 p.m. (Kansas City, Mo.) Cross Country: NCAA Championships, TBA (Tre Haute, Ind.) Chorus of miniature fans cheers Kansas to victory The high-pitched screams seemed to ratchet up a notch as the 35-second clock ran down on Iowa's struggling offense. Thousands of miniature college students raised their arms behind the baskets and raised cain every time a Hawkeye stepped to the free-throw line. No, this wasn't your ordinary Kansas women's basketball game. This one went to the kids. "We always say they have a great basketball IQ in Lawrence," coach Bonnie Henrickson said after busloads of grade-school children helped electrify Allen Fieldhouse Tuesday morning on ESPN. "Elementary school kids have a great basketball IQ too," Henrickson said. "They really knew when we needed help. It might have been the sugar kicking BY ANDREW WIEBE in at the right time, though." The scene on national television was so surreal that announcers compared the atmosphere to a Jonas Brothers concert. It was so loud junior guard Danielle McCray said she couldn't hear herself think. Kansas probably won't see another atmosphere like yesterday's much this season, but beating the defending Big 10 co-champions will put some spring in its early-season step. Henrickson said it was the best performance she had seen from the Jayhawks since she arrived in Lawrence more than four years ago. BIG-TIME TALENT HEADS TO BAYLOR Oklahoma center Courtney Paris is the most dominant player in college basketball. Period. But as the sun sets on Paris' incredible career at Oklahoma in 2009, Brittney Griner's career at Baylor will begin to take shape. Outside of women's basketball circles, Griner is fairly unknown. But it won't stay that way long once the No. 1 recruit in the nation arrives in Waco, Texas, next fall from down the road in Houston. At 6-foot-8 she stands out, but it's what she can do with that size that makes coaches drool. Griner can dunk easily in traf. Check her out in action by searching for her on YouTube. fic, and she blocked 25 shots in a season-opening victory. DUSTIN PEDROIA: AMERICAN LEAGUE MVP Red Sox second baseman Dustin Petrona deserves to be American League Most Valuable Player. Any player who leads the league in hits, runs and doubles certainly DENVER N.Y. Pedroia should be on the shortlist But the rest of that list is a little underwhelming. THE MORNING BREW pretty weak. What happened to guys like Josh Hamilton? Hamilton must have blown all his power on the show he put on in Yankee Stadium at the All-Star Game in July. Jayhawk runner misses line for championship appearance Edited by Mary Sorrick CROSS COUNTRY BY JASON BAKER jbaker@kansan.com The NCAA Cross Country Selection Committee announced Monday its selections for the NCAA Championships on Nov. 24 in Terre Midwest, Regionals, in Stillwater, Okla. Running well in that race Last weekend, Bonds placed 16th with a time of 2:19 at the Prairie Owen Bonds could have earned her an at-large berth for nationals. "Regionalis was really great," she said. "I wanted to place a little higher, and I wanted to have a chance at going to Nationals. I was close, but it was still out of reach." If a team places in the top two overall at its regional meet, it automatically qualifies for nationals. No runners from the men's team Both the men's and women's teams didn't because they finished eighth and seventh. Because her whole team didn't qualify, Bonds needed to finish in the top four at this meet to qualify for the championships. She missed the cut by 20 seconds. made the cut either. Throughout the season, Bonds was the first jayhawk to finish was the first Ja in every meet. She won the Bob Timmons Invitational and the Missouri Cross Country Challenge early in the year. Bonds said the highlight of her year came during the Big 12 Conference the award was one of her goals since starting college, but she didn't think it was going to happen. Bonds "I had some rough races, but I pulled it together by Big 12s and Regionals. It was kind of a rough start." Championships on Nov. 1, when she earned All-Big 12 honors after finishing 12th. She said earning LAUREN BONDS Junior runner became the second woman in KU cross country history to achieve the honor. Despite the honor, Bonds said she still had room to improve. She said she rated her performance this season 7.5 "I had some rough races, but I pulled it together by Big 12s and Regionals," she said. "It was kind of a rough start. It was OK, but it wasn't great or ideal." Bonds said she was proud that she was still able to help her team with her ability. "I'm more of a middle-distance runner, so to be able to run cross country at all and to help my team out is really nice for me." With her season finished, Bonds isn't focusing on next year yet. — Edited by Brenna Hawley Balancing act emio ASSOCIATED PRESS Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo controls the ball during a training session of the national soccer team in Brasília, Brazil, Tuesday. 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PlayerFG-FGA3FG-3FG RebsAPts
Morris, Markieff3-50-0506
Aldrich, Cole6-70-06112
Collins, Sherron9-144-62325
Morningstar, Brady2-50-2264
Taylor, Tyshawn2-40-2035
Teahan, Conner1-51-4305
Bechard, Brennan0-20-1000
Thomas, Quintrell1-20-0704
Reed, Tyrel2-32-2029
Morris, Marcus2-80-01015
Releford, Travis4-80-1208
Appleton, Tyrone0-00-0111
Juenemann, Jordan0-10-0000
Buford, Chase0-00-0300
Kleinmann, Matt0-10-0201
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EMPORIA STATE BOX SCORE Player FG-FGA 3FG-3FG Rebs A Pts Marks, Kyle 2-7 0-0 6 0 6 O'Neil, Derrick 0-5 0-0 4 2 1 Erkvania, George 1-3 0-1 4 0 2 Baker, Reed 3-14 1-4 1 0 11 Franklin, Delvin 2-6 1-4 3 0 5 Smith, Addison 0-1 0-0 2 0 2 Chambers, Reggie 2-6 0-2 1 0 5 Vega, Ben 1-9 1-4 2 0 5 Lutkenhaus, Chad 0-0 0-0 1 1 3 Baker, Matt 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 Rolax, Ed 1-2 0-0 3 0 3 Butterworth, Carey0-0 0-0 0 1 0 Wolf, Christian 1-2 0-0 2 2 2 Team 6 Totals 13-55 3-15 35 6 45 SCHEDULE Date Opponent Result/Time 11/4 vs. Washburn (Ex.) W, 98-79 11/11 vs. Emporia State (Ex.) 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Chalmers is in Miami, of course. But the man who flipped him the ball, moments before Chalmers made history, stood on the Allen Fieldhouse court in the dark. "We're not the same as last year," Collins said. "And things aren't going to be the same as last year." That might have been the overall theme inside Allen Fieldhouse on Tuesday. Kansas won the title. Kansas hung a banner. Now it's back to work. Now it's up to Collins to lead the way. The Jayhawks are packed with freshmen — five of them. They watched the banner drop too. "I got the chills," said freshman Travis Releford, who played 15 minutes and scored eight points. But Releford and the rest of the freshmen don't have rings. They can't know how Collins felt on Tuesday night. After the game, Collins led Relefond into the postgame press conference. He whispered a few words of advice into the ear of the young fellow. Hed scored 25 points against some team called Florida Gulf Coast. He'd watched the banner drop. And he'd watched Mario's Miracle one more time. One more time, Collins watched as he barreled down the floor in the Alamodome, moved to his right, began to lose control, and flipped the ball to Chalmers. "I'm so glad it was a no call," Collins said. Edited by Scott R. Toland The Kansas players watch a highlight reel of last year's National Championship game just before the banner is unveiled Tuesday night at Allen Field Releford provides spark in limited minutes Jon Goering/KANSAN KANS 24 Freshman forward Travis Relefey goes in for a dunk and draws a fuel during the first half of the game. Relefey scored eight points and rebounded two rebounds in 15 minutes. Freshman throws down big dunk shows defensive improvements BY B.J. RAINS rains@kansan.com "That's Travis," said guard Sherron Collins. "That's just him, day in and day out." Immediately after checking in midway through the first half of Tuesday night's 85-45 victory against Florida Gulf Coast, the freshman stood in the lane with the Eagles 6-foot-10 center George Erkvania coming right at him. He stepped up, planted his feet, and took the charge. Travis Releford lasted all of five seconds before hitting the deck. Releford said he felt a lot less nervous compared with the Jayhawks' season opener on Sunday night and wanted to contribute on the defensive end right away. "That's what "We're going to keep seeing more and more of him if he keeps playing consistently." game is," Releford said. "Getting in and making stops." But don't let Releford fool you. While he has the makings to be an above-average college defender, the 6-foot-5 guard can hold his own on the offensive end as well. SHERRON COLLINS Junior guard Though Releford seemed passive in the two exhibition games "I'm just doing my role," Releford said. "Coach wants me to make plays on the defensive end and help get extra possessions." Releford had eight points on 4-of-8 shooting in just 15 minutes of action. He also had two offensive rebounds. The highlight of Releford's night came when he and fellow freshman Tyshawn Taylor ran the floor on a two-on-one break. Taylor fed a cross-court bounce pass to the Kansas City, Mo., native who slammed it home for He drove the lane several times and seemed much more comfortable within the KU offense. "Coach stays on me about that," Releford said. "Being more aggressive — coming off the pick and looking to score." and the win against UMKC on Sunday, he was much more aggressive on Tuesday. finished it." house the dunk and was fouled on the play. "It was a good pass by Tyshawn," a modest Releford said afterward. "I just got out and ran the floor and he made a good pass and I Though coach Bill Self was slow to praise Releford after Tuesday's game, saying the ball stuck in his hands too much, players know that as Releford continues to improve, so will his minutes and contributions to the team. "We're going to keep seeing more and more of him if he keeps playing consistently," Collins said. "He's a defensive presence. He can block shots and he will get a lot of rebounds and loose balls. He creates havoc. I'm pretty happy with Trav" Edited by Mary Sorrick ANSAN 2008 THE UNIVERSITY OF HAIRY KANSAN WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2008 KU 85, FGCU45 at Allen Fieldl BALLREWIND Jon Goering/KANSAN Riverview High School Aldrich's fouls weren't as offensive as the ones in the first game. Aldrich was still disappointed. "It shouldn't happen," Aldrich said. "I shouldn't get those two quick fouls because I've got to play a little more smart." ouse. This year's team stepped onto the court after the banner was unveiled and ended up dominating Florida Gulf Coast, winning 85-45. more than seven minutes remaining in the first half. Taylor sprinted down the court on a fast break and found freshman guard Travis Releford near the basket. Releford caught Taylor's rocket pass and slammed it down screaming. points, six rebounds and three blocks — back on the floor. Not that it mattered. With Morningstar playing with defensive intensity and freshman guard Tyshawn Taylor attacking offensively, the Jayhwaks stayed afloat without Aldrich in the game. BASKETBALL (CONTINUED FROM 1B) "He gunned it at the last second," Releford said. "But I played football, I was a wide receiver." It eerily resembled what happened when Aldrich came back into the UMKC game. Call it a sequel. He threw down a dunk on a fast break and connected on a straight-ahead 18-footer. Aldrich, however, assembled a cast of coasts this time. Collins made his second three-pointer during the run. Freshman forward Marcus Morris — who finished with five points, 10 rebounds and four steals — stole the ball and took it down the court for a layup. No word on whether Releford, who finished with eight points, doubled as a cornerback. But he was also the best defender on the floor for a stretch of the second half when most of the starters were resting on the bench. The climax came with just When Aldrich checked back in, the score was 18-9. The Jayhawks proceeded to go on a 14-0 run with Aldrich — who recorded 12 Collins was also on the bench at the end of the game. His 25-point performance came in 29 minutes of action. Collins only took 14 shots. If the game required Collins to play more, who knows how high his totals would have been. "Right now, he's good," Self said. "He's comfortable and we've got to play through that." Especially if Collins keeps shooting a higher percentage in the game than in the pregame. Jon Goering/KANSAN Edited by Brenna Hawley KANSAS 45 Jon Goering/KANSAN Sophomore center Cole Aldrich slams down two during tuesday night's Aldrich shot 6-for-7 for the floor at 12 points but played only 19 minutes because of fault trouble. KING GOVERNOR KARANA Junior guard Sherron Collins works to get a shot around Florida Gulf Coast defender Derrick O'Neil during the first half of Tuesday's game. Collins drew a foul on the play and sank both free throws. Collins led Kansas with 25 points on 9-14 for 10-raking from the floor. VIEW FROM PRESS ROW IT WAS OVER WHEN... Sophomore guard Brady Morningstole stare the ball away from Florida Gulf Coast guard Reed Baker a minute and half after the game began. Sure, the score was still only 2-0 but the Jayhawks proved on that possession that the Eagles would not be able to score all night. GAME TO REMEMBER... Junior guard Sherron Collins. Beyond his domination in the game with 25 points, Collins also got to watch his highlights from the NCAA Championship game against Memphis before the curtain dropped to expose the national championship banner. A. O. E. N. Collins CERTIFIED BY MICHAEL SMITH GAME TO FORGET... Sophomore center Cole Aldrich. For the second consecutive game, Aldrich recorded two fouls within the first four minutes. Aldrich made up for the mistakes with a couple of highlight-worthy dunks and 12 points in the second half. But if Kansas wants to compete against the best teams in the nation, Aldrich must be on the court. Aldrich STAT OF THE NIGHT... Three. That's the number of shots Florida Gulf Coast made in the first half against Kansas. Seven of the Eagles' 13 points in the first half came from the free-throw line. Case Keefer PRIME PLAYS FIRST HALF 8:45 - Sherron Collins drove the lane for an acrobatic layup as the whistle blew for a foul. The shot went in, as did the free throw, giving Kansas a 23-9 lead. 18:07 - As a FGCU Eagle stormed down the court for a wide open layup, sophomore Brady Morningstar somehow chased him down. The 6-foot-3 guard jumped and swatted the ball off the Eagle and out of bounds, sending the crowd into a frenzy and giving Kansas the ball. SECOND HALF 13:59 - As if he couldn't do anything else, Sherron Collins hit a wide-open three to make the score 59-22. Collins had 23 points with still 14 minutes left to play. 7:19 - Tyshawn Taylor brought the ball across court before feeding a nice cross-court bounce pass to Travis Releford. Releford completed the freshman-to-freshman connection with an emphatic slam dunk as he was fouled to put Kansas up 27-9. 7:15 - Aldrich found Quintrell Thomas for a nice lob pass down low. Thomas had a nice post move and hit a short shot to put Kansas up 76-34 as fans continued to head to the exits. 14:17 - After blocking a layup attempt on the defensive end, Cole Aldrich used the next KU possession to show off his offensive skills. The 6-foot-11 man had a nice baby hook over his left shoulder to make the score 57-22. TOP RECRUIT SIGNS WITH MEMPHIS B. J.Rains GAME NOTES Xavier Henry, ESPN's No. 1 recruit in the nation, took weeks to decide where he would play basketball next year after narrowing his choices down to Kansas and Memphis. After taking time to deliberate, Henry chose Memphis live on ESPN Tuesday morning. He said he regretted having to turn down Kansas. Playing with his brother, C.J. Henry, turned out to be the most important to Xavier, C.J., who originally committed to Kansas in 2004, decided to play at Memphis after spending three years in minor league baseball. "I loved everything about the school, the coaches, the players. I knew who I'd be playing with and everything. It was the same thing with both schools," Henry said on ESPN. "I had to figure out what was most important to me." Both of Henry's parents are Kansas graduates. Xavier, an Oklahoma City shooting guard, quickly became Kansas' top target of the 2009 recruiting class. The Jayhawks still have one scholarship remaining for the upcoming class. Dominic Cheek, Jersey City, N.J., shooting guard and rivals.com's No. 16 player in the nation, and Lance Stephenson, New York shooting guard and Rivals.com's No. 9-ranked player, remain targets. Kansas has already signed point guard EliJah Johnson and forward Thomas Robinson for John Wall, A Raleigh, N.C., point guard and Rivals.com's top recruit in the nation, has also not eliminated Kansas from his list of potential schools. next year's class. Xavier Henry, on the other hand, has high expectations for his career as a Tiger alongside C.J. "We both know how to play and we play great," Henry said. "We should be able to take over Memphis." DATE SET FOR HINRICH JERSEY CEREMONY After unveiling the permanent national championship banner Tuesday, Kansas is already planning its next addition to the Allen Fieldhouse rafters. Kirk Hinrich's No. 10 jersey will be retired on March 1 during a ceremony at halftime of the Missouri game. Hinrich played point guard for Kansas from 2000-2003 and took the Jayhawks to back-to-back Final Fours. NEW STARTERS Bill Self elected to start freshman guard Tyshawn Taylor and freshman forward Markieff Morris for the first time this season. Taylor and Morris replaced sophomore guard Tyrel Reed and freshman forward Quintrell Thomas in the starting lineup. UNPOPULAR EAGLE Addison Smith, a Florida Gulf Coast freshman guard, drew the disdain of Kansas fans near the end of the first half when he pulled Tyrrel Reed down to the floor when he went up for a breakaway layup. The referee called Smith for an intentional foul. Smith apologized to Reed. But it was too late for the Jayhawk fans. They booed Smith for the rest of the night. 6B SPORTS THE UNIVERSITY OF DALY KANSAS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2008 WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Tough defense keys victory in 76-55 rout of Iowa Hawkeyes More than 5,000 fans watch impressive performance BY JAYSON JENKS jjenks@kansan.com After Krysten Boogaard picked off an Iowa pass, LaChelda Jacobs jogged the ball up the left side of the court right past coach Bonnie Henrickson. And Henrickson, after watching the Jayhawks not only take control of the ball, but also the game, let a wry smile creep across her face. "I think we've got them brain-washed defensively. They understand how good they can be with that kind of work." Henrickson said. "And it requires work. You can't just go out there and just play it because that's how we teach it." In front of 5,186 fans — many of whom were screaming elementary school students — the lahawys turned in one of their most impressive performances in Henrickson's four-plus years. son," Iowa forward JoAnn Hamlin said. "I think they played better defense than a lot of the teams we're going to see in the Big 10." And it all started on the defensive end. The Jayhawks held the Hawkeyes to 38 percent shooting, including just one made threepointer. "We haven't seen that this sea True, Iowa center Megan Skotby scored a career-high 33 points against Kansas. But the Jayhawks effectively limited the rest of the Hawkeyes — no other Iowa player scored more than seven Aiding the Jayhawks' defensive efforts were the shrill yells generated from the elementary school students, who attended the 11 a.m. "I think we've got them brainwashed defensively. They understand how good they can be with that kind of work." BONNIE HENRICKSON Kansas coach BAKK ORei AUTO PARTY BRATTIN 31 10 14 4 45 lowa center Megan Skoubty turns to shoot over Kansas center Krysten Boogaard during Tuesday's game. Skoubdy scored 33 points in Tuesday's game, but the Kansas defense held the rest of the Hawkeyes to just 22 points. For Henrickson, it started on the perimeter. The Jayhawks' defensive pressure disrupted Iowa's offense as the Hawkeyes finished the game with 23 turnovers. For Danielle McCray, Kansas high-pressure, aggressive defense took form in practice. "When someone is all over you in practice, you kind of rush." McCray said. "We felt that if we're rushing, why can't we make you rush?" tipoff as part of a health and fitness field trip. Not only were they loud, but the pint-sized student section chose the right times — as the shot clock ran down — to make their voices heard. "I think we should play at 11 every day," Henrickson said. "They can take online classes or something." "When we heard them yelling." In fact, the elementary students were so loud that the Jayhawks actually struggled with communication at the beginning of the game. But after adjusting to the sound, Kansas flipped the increased noise into a positive. Nicollette Smith said, "I think we buckled down even more." Kansas' ability to shut down Iowa translated to success on the offensive end. The Jayhawks' aptitude for reading passing lanes led to 11 steals, which, in turn, led to 73 Kansas points off turnovers. Simply put, the Jayhawks are shaping into the defensive-minded team that Henrickson wants them to be. Tuesday morning provided a perfect example. "We played great defense today," junior Sade Morris said. "That's all I can really say." Edited by Scott R. Toland INTERNATIONAL Japanese league chooses teen as first female player BY ERIC TALMADGE ASSOCIATED PRESS TOKYO — The knuckleball — the fluttering, hard-to-hit pitch that's rare in the major leagues — is propelling a 16-year-old girl to the pros in Japan. 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Must-see football action Recap this weekend's games with TV show tributes Monday Night Football has become a TV routine for many Americans, so what better way to recap the action than with a tribute to some memorable TV programs of the past? 'HOLY NECKWEAR, BATMAN!' Yes, Donovan McNabb, believe it or not, an NFL game can end in a tie. McNabb, the Eagles' quarterback, admitted after Sunday's game that he thought the teams would keep playing until someone won the game. No dice. McNabb did his part to keep the game deadlocked by throwing three interceptions in the game. This is the first tie since 2002 when the Falcons and Steelers ended overtime even at 34 Chalk this up as a moral victory for the Bengals. Even though victories are few and far between, they can at least tie a team from one of the best divisions in the NFC. 'POW, RIGHT IN THE KISSER! One of these days, Randy, Patriots wide receiver Randy Moss might not have to wait any longer for the passing offense to get into gear. Quarterback Matt Cassel threw for 400 yards in the Thursday game, including a last-second touchdown to Moss that tied the game and sent the two teams to overtime. The Jets were not willing to settle for a tie, though, and delivered a punch to the Patriots' guts by marching down the field and converting a 34-yard field goal to win the game. The Jets took the division lead with the victory on Thursday night and proved they're able to hang around for a playoff run. 'SIT ON IT!' The Packers effectively told the Bears to sit on it in an important divisional matchup on Sunday. The Packers routed the Bears BY KELLY BRECKUNITCH kbreckunitch@kansan.com 37-3 and probably made Chicago quarterback Kyle Orton wish he would've stayed on the bench with a mere 133 yards passing on the day. Green Bay running back Ryan Grant carried the load with 145 yards on 25 carries and a touchdown in the game. The victory created a three-way tie in the NFC North division among Green Bay, the Bears and the Vikings. Green Bay could control its playoff destiny with the last two games of the season against divisional foes Chicago and Detroit. 'GOOD GRIEF' The Buffalo Bills may be feeling like Charlie Brown after their Monday night contest. Quarterback Trent Edwards led the team on a touchdown drive with about three minutes left in the game. After the Bills took their first lead of the night, though, the Cleveland Browns came right back down the field to take the lead on a 56-yard field goal. Buffalo fans may wish that holder Brian Moorman would have pulled the ball away and run a fake on kicker Rian Lindell's last field-goal attempt for the victory, because it ended up wide right. The Bills have now lost four straight and are fading fast in a close AFC East division. 55 Edited by Lauren Keith 55 years of AMAZING pizza, burgers & beer You're not around for 55 years unless you have something amazing to offer. 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It took him all of four games to ensure the same with the Miami Heat. Chalmers, drafted 34th, has started every game at point guard for the Heat this season. He also recorded nine steals in his fourth game, breaking the Heat's franchise record. HOW THE ROOKIES HAVE FARED SO FAR It was the second record Chalmer has been a part of during his brief stint in the league. His first came on draft night, along with Brandon Rush, Darrell Arthur, Darnell Jackson and Sasha Kaun. Kansas became the third school to send five players to the NBA in the same draft, joining North Carolina in 2006 and Florida in 2007. Brandon Rush (drafted 13th), Guard, Indiana Pacers Averages: 5.8 points, 2.7 rebounds per game Of the three rookies to see playing time in the league, Rush has been the quietest. His one start came when the Pacers' leading scorer, Danny Granger, was out with an injury, and it was arguably his best. Rush contributed eight points and four rebounds in 23 minutes in Granger's absence as the Pacers went on to win 98-87. Darrell Arthur (Drafted 27th) Forward, Memphis Grizzlies Averages: 6.8 points, 6.7 rebounds, 1.3 steals per game It's not surprising Arthur came out with a serious chip on his shoulder after his draft-day slide — caused by erroneous reports of a phantom kidney injury. Arthur made some noise off the bench in his NBA debut, scoring 11 points and hauling in 15 rebounds. Since then, Arthur has started every game for the Grizzlies. His 6.7 rebounds per game rank third among rookies, and his 1.3 steals per game rank second among rookies only to his former teammate Chalmer. Mario Chalmers (Drafted 34th), Guard, Miami Heat Averages: 6.8 points, 4.9 assists, 3.2 rebounds, 2.3 steals per game Chalmer's nine-steal performance may not have been his best game of the season. After winning the starting point guard job in the exhibition season, Chalmers proved he could keep it in his NBA debut, putting up 17 points, dishing out eight assists and pulling down seven rebounds. He averages 4.9 per game, second among rookies only to first overall pick Derrick Rose. He leads all rookies with 2.3 steals and ranks sixth overall among rookies in the NBA. Injured, No stats accumulated Darnell Jackson (Drafted Fan-favorite Darnell Jackson is out indefinitely with a fractured left wrist and has been since mid-October. Before his injury, Jackson was earning the same reputation with Cleveland that he had at Kansas — a hard-working glue guy. He had 14 points and nine boards in four exhibition games before his injury. 52nd), Forward, Cleveland Cavaliers Sasha Kaun (Drafted 56th) Forward, CSKA Moscow Kaun, who was drafted by Seattle and traded to Cleveland on draft night for cash considerations, decided to take his game to the Euroleague. 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Locally Owned & Operated Since 1987 Checkers LOW FOOD PRICES 23RD & LOUISIANA, LAWRENCE Storyercard • No Cards Needed To SaveYou Money. • Same Low Prices For Everyone. 8B SPORTS VOLLEYBALL THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2008 Kansas reloads during bye Extra practice helps prepare for tough upcoming games BY JOSH BOWE jbowe@kansan.com Coach Ray Bechard could not have asked for a better time for his team to have a bye week. The Jayhawks will have extended time to recharge and reload before facing off against their second con- secrective oppo ment ranked in the top five of the Big 12. Although Bechard is enthusiastic about the bye week, he said his team might not share his excitement. "I like it, but "We're going to use that to our advantage because we have a lot of good teams coming up" I don't know if the team's going to like it very well," Bechard said with a smile. "We'll get a lot of work done." "We will be very diligent about our workouts. We've got to clean some things up to have some success..." That stretch of tough games has Those teams Texas, Baylor Iowa State all have winning records. All three teams are also in the top five of the conference. RAY BECHARD Kansas volleyball coach After Kansas' blowout loss to No. 3 Nebraska last week, sophomore outside hitter Karina Garlington was welcoming the break to fix a lot of things before the team faces Texas. "We have a lot of good training opportunities." Garlington said. Bechard look ing forward to ironing out some of Kansas' wrinkles. "We will be very diligent about our workouts," Bechard said. "We've got to clean some things up to have some success in those last three matches" The lajayhawk will also have the chance to rest up. Sophomore libero Mel Townsend has been out since the team's first matchup against Texas Tech more than a month ago. Senior middle blocker Natalie Uhart has always had her fair share of bumps and bruises throughout her career. But more importantly, the Jayhawks' NCAA Tournament hopes are on life support. Standing 12-14 overall and 6-10 in conference play, Kansas will most likely have to win out to sneak into the postseason. The last time the Jayhawks made the tournament — in 2005 — they finished with a 7-13 conference record. But a handful of middle-echelon teams in the Big 12 are capable of snatching a bid away from Kansas. If Kansas tops the most beatable of its upcoming opponents, Iowa State and Baylor, that could help the team's chances come NCAA Tournament selection time. "It's not over for us. We still have an opportunity if we can pull these next two or three matches out," Garlington said. "We're using that to drive us, and hopefully we can make it." Though the team's ultimate goal is to make it to the postseason, Bechard is more focused now on improving during the bye week. "That's what our goal will be — to be a much better team in certain areas then we are now before we go down to Austin." Edited by Mary Sorrick 19 KANSAS KA KANSAS 9 KANSAS 18 Senior middle blockers Natale Uhart, left, and Savannah Noyes, right, along with the rest of the Kansas volleyball team, had the week off from matches. The team has instead spent the week preparing for what it will be a strong finish to the season. MLB Seattle Mariners hire Don Wakamatsu to be new skipper BY GREGG BELL ASSOCIATED PRESS SEATTLE - The Seattle Martiners picked Don Wakamatsu as their new manager, giving the job to Oakland's bench coach and filling the only opening in the maiors. Wakamatsu was chosen Tuesday over several other candidates, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because no announcement had been made. Mariners spokesman Tim Hevly said the team expected to make an announcement Wednesday, but he would not confirm or deny the choice of Wakamatsu. KING television in Seattle first reported that Wakamatsu got the job. After finishing last in the AL West this season and becoming the first team to lose 100 games with a $100 million payroll. Seattle was the lone club looking for a manager. The 45-year-old Wakamatsu has never managed in the big leagues. In fact, none of the seven candidates new general manager Jack Zduriencik interviewed last week has been a major league manager: Boston bench coach Brad Mills and third base coach DeMarlo Hale; Arizona third base coach Chip Hale; Chicago White Sox bench coach and former Mariners infielder Joey Cora; St. Louis third base coach Jose Oquendo and San Diego Triple-A manager Randy Ready. Wakamatsu becomes Seattle's fifth manager since Lou Piniella left following the 2002 season. He replaces Jim Riggleman, who took over in June when John McLaren was fired after a 25-47 start to a season in which the Mariners were expected to contend for the playoffs. McLaren was on the job less than 12 months, after Mike Hargrove quit suddenly in the middle of the 2007 season — the last time Seattle was winning. Zduriencik is rebuilding the Mariners with a new scouting department, a new system of player evaluation — and now a new field leader who knows the AL West. THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN THE SEARCH FOR THE SHIRT CONTINUES... YOU the students have voted and now we need YOU to decide the winning slogan for your NEW Gameday Shirt! TOP 2 FINALISTS: The Swagger Is Back vs. The University of Kansas: Majoring in Championships Since 1865 VOTE STARTS ONLINE NOW Voting Ends tomorrow @ 4pm GO TO KANSAN.COM/THESHIRT to vote on your favorite ALUMNI ASSOCIATION The University of Kansas ALUMNI ASSOCIATION The University of Kansas KU BOOKSTORES THE OFFICIAL BOOKSTORES OF KU KU KANSAS ATHLETICS KU BOOKSTORES THE OFFICIAL BOOKSTORES OF KU KU ARKANSAS ATHLETICS 2008 KAR Jayplay Inside COLLINS BECOMES THE LEADER SELF, TEAM KNEW HE COULD BE After overcoming injury, the veteran guard guides a young team. SPORTS | 1B THE STUDENT VOICE SINCE 1904 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN WANSAN THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20,2008 WWW.KANSAN.COM e job Mike mid- e last theuting player field st. VOLUME 120 ISSUE 67 INTERNATIONAL Team of 4 to work at Tibetan school BY BRANDY ENTSMINGER bentsminger@kansan.com Mayul Multi-Disciplinary Technical School in Qinghai, China, is working to preserve Tibetan culture and teach financial independence. A team of four people from the University of Kansas will spend next summer in China, helping to get a new technical school started. The team members will survey local culture and conduct research in the area. Their plan is to develop an art curriculum in the school, which is sponsored by the Mayul Gesar Foundation. They will return the summer of 2010 to continue their work. Eric Rath, associate professor of history, will go on the trip. He said he wanted to expand the curriculum at the school to include things such as machine maintenance and other occupations that will help students make a living. The Tibetan school is located in one of the poorest regions of China and will serve a traditionally nomadic Tibetan population. "I think we're going to be able to create some things that we haven't even imagined yet," Rath said. While the team members are working at the school, they will choose five Mayul teachers or students to attend the University of Kansas in 2010. In preparation for the trip, the team members will share research on Tibetan SEE TIBET ON PAGE 4A STUDENT SENATE Plans for pool at Rec Center take shape Student Senate began showing blueprints to student groups last week for a possible aquatics center addition to the Student Recreation Fitness Center. Senate received three possible designs for the pool and is conducting focus groups to gage what students want. FULL STORY PAGE 3A SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM Graduate wins second Hearst award Writing award-winning stories is becoming a norm for Thor Nystrom, 2008 graduate. His story, "To Hell and Back," placed second in the 49th-annual William Randolph Hearst Foundation's Journalism Awards Program. Living and Laughing Darren Kennedy, Overland Park senior, drew this self-portrait earlier this year. His leukemia relapsed in August. KU senior refuses to let leukemia and a stem cell transplant crush his positive state of mind. FULL STORY PAGE 8A BY MARK DENT mdent@kansan.com A white surgical mask covers Darren Kennedy's nose and mouth. You notice this right away when he opens the door at his Missouri Street duplex on a late September day. He needs the mask. His lungs can't handle the air, which becomes obvious when you see the breathing machine connected to his arm by a tube and slung over his shoulder like a small backpack. He's had that since his right lung collapsed. "I only have nine more days with it," he says cheerfully, pointing to the machine. Bacteria got into the lung somehow, maybe from this crusty old house, and boom, the lung collapsed. These things happen when your immune system is down. And his has been down since Aug. 7. His mother, Fe, moves about the house, washing dishes and packing clothes. Two days later, in early October, Darren and his parents drove It was on that day Darren, an Overland Park senior, learned his leukemia had returned. After two years of maintenance chemotherapy, he had only two months left before hed stop treatment, and he relapsed. to Boston, where he is now, in isolation, recovering from a stem cell transplant. Doctors told Darren that patients his age who have relapsed have a 10 percent survival rate. On this September day, his words coming from behind the mask are slow and slurred because the collapsed lung keeps his breaths swift and short. But the charisma comes through clearly. "Hey, I'm Darren, and I've got a lot of shit wrong with me" he iokes. You Think You Can Dance" and recites lines from "Chappelle's Show." He took his race, half-black and half-Filipino, which could have been an obstacle for someone growing up in Johnson County, gave it its own cool name, "Blasian," and never let it affect anything he did. Why not joke? He always makes fun of the wannabe dancers in "So He'll admit he's a little goofy. But that happens after years of watching Soul Train and sci-fi, listening and dancing to obscure funk music (ever heard of "Oh Sheila"?) and reading comics and graphic novels. Why not approach isolation in good humor? An industrial designer, he has time to work on art projects. Maybe he'll do some comic book illustrations or portraits of himself and friends like need it," he says. "I'm going to be a bubble boy for like a month," he says. "He knows there's a chance he could die. But he says, 'You know, I'm not dead yet.'" Why would he complain about not being able to fully walk for a while? He used to run everywhere. Wanted to be a college runner. But leukemia took that dream away. A cane for a few days didn't make a difference. "I had to go back to school with a cane, but I got a handicapped pass. I used that baby for a week after I didn't MARY DINGES. Nurse. he's done in the past. Mary Dinges, a nurse at the University of Kansas Medical Center, has seen patients who sit around and wait for the doctors to do all the work and patients who don't follow directions. She's seen patients who do everything right, and then she's seen Darren. The college kid who had so much taken away yet stretches and rides a stationary bike at 5 a.m., because he knows it's good for his body, who comforts him when they thought they would need to comfort him, and who got off the table and danced after getting a biopsy because one of his nurses was curious about popping and locking. "He knows there's a chance he could die," Dinges said. "But he says, 'You know, I'm not dead yet.' --- The air conditioner is off inside the duplex, and sweat stains dampen the sweatshirt on Darren's body. It's gray, just like his sweatpants. A Kansas Track and Field logo is emblazoned on both. Darren always wanted to run track and cross country here. The problem was Darren didn't feel well. Hadn't since June. He struggled through most of his workouts and ended each run with the mindset that when he made it to Lawrence and ran in a group, he'd feel much better. Three years ago, as a freshman, he met up with coach Stanley Redwine and the KU runners in early August ready to forget about the summer. This was his shot to become a walk-on, to realize his dream. He didn't. Darren always lagged. The established runners set the pace, and held bound along for one mile, two miles, three miles, and then he couldn't take it. He didn't feel tired. He wasn't out of breath. His legs didn't ache. He just couldn't keep up. Then-KU runner Paul Heferon SEEDARREN ON PAGE4A index Classifieds. 3B Upinion. 7A Crossword. 6A Sports. 1B Horoscopes. 6A Sudoku. 6A All contents, unless stated otherwise; © 2008 The University Daily Kansan AL-QAIDA LEADER REACTS TO PRESIDENT-ELECT OBAMA Ayman al-Zawahri insulted Barack Obama in an online video message Wednesday. POLITICS | 5A weather TODAY 41 20 Partly cloudy FRIDAY 39 27 Mostly sunny ( ) SATURDAY 5034 Partly cloudy weather.com 2A NEWS THE UNIVERSITY OF JAILY KANSAN THURSDAY NOVEMBER 20, 2008 quote of the day "The nice part about being a pessimist is that you are constantly being either proven right or pleasantly surprised." George F. Will fact of the day Your odds of being killed by space debris are approximately 1 in 5 billion. - www.randomfunfacts.com most e-mailed Here's a list of the five most e-mailed stories from Kansan. com: 1. City ordinance displaces students 2. Second comic anthology features 12 local artists 3. Poole: Don't be afraid of the next four years 4. Kansas vs. Missouri 5. Why internships matter for students KU$\textcircled{1}$nfo daily KU info The first official American casualty of World War I was Army doctor, and KU alum, William T. Fitzsimons. He was killed September 7, 1917, during a German air attack on the hospital he was serving in France. et cetera The University Daily Kansan is the student newspaper of the University of Kansas. The first copy is paid through the student activity fee. Additional copies of the Kansan are 25 cents. Subscriptions can be purchased at the Kansan business office, 119 Stauffer-Flint Hall, 1435 Jayhawk Blvd., Lawrence, KS 66045. The University Daily Kansan (ISSN 0746-4967) is published daily during the school year except Saturday, Sunday, fall break, spring break and exams. Weekly during the summer session excluding holidays. Periodical postage is paid in Lawrence, KS 66044. Annual subscriptions by mail are $120 plus tax. Student subscriptions are paid through the student activity fee. Postmaster: Send address to The University Daily Kansan, 119 Stauffer-Flint Hall, 1435 Jayhawk Blvd., Lawrence, KS 66045 media partners NEWS KUJH For more news today to KUJH. Sunflower Broadband Channel 31 in Lawrence. The student-produced news airs at 5:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. 9:30 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. every Monday through Friday. Also, check KUUH on t.v.ku.edu. KJHK is the student voice in radio. Each day there is talk show and its talk shows and other content made for students, by students. Whether it's rock'n roll or reggae, sports or spe ckers 7 is Forsyth. 907 RIHA A glimpse of the world 1000 Chance Dibben/KANSAN Emily Welch, West Des Moines, Iowa, senior, admires photographs from around the world in the Kansas Union Gallery on Wednesday afternoon. The gallery, comprised of images taken by students abroad, are part of international Programs' annual showing and will end this Friday. Welch described the works as "beautiful and intriguing." 'Jayhawks for a cure' helps fight against cancer ATHLETICS BY B.J. RAINS rains@kansan.com Fans attending the Feb. 22 women's basketball game against Iowa State won't see the Jayhawks donning their traditional home whites. They won't be wearing their blue or red jerseys either. Instead, the Jayhawks and Cyclones will both wear pink uniforms as part of the WBCA Pink Zone and Kansas Athletics new initiative, "Jayhawks for a Cure." The new program, launched last month, will raise awareness and funds to help in the fight cancer. "It's a great way for us to be involved in the community," said Chris Lansdell, marketing coordinator for the program. "It's a good opportunity to give back." Two female sports, swimming and diving and soccer, have already had events as part of the effort. The soccer team took donations at a game earlier this season and also offered fans the opportunity to pledge a dollar amount per goal scored by the Jayhawks. Lansdell said both events were a success. "People have been very supportive," Lansdell said. "We've done several events in years past but the ones so far this year have been well attended. People have shown up and been supportive." All of the money raised by "Jayhawks for a Cure" will benefit The Breast Center at Lawrence Memorial Hospital and the KU Cancer Center. The women's basketball team did a similar event last year when it hosted Nebraska. In addition to the teams wearing pink, fans were given a pink shirt as they entered the building. Other future events sponsored by "Jayhawks for a Cure" include a 5K run through campus and the Kansas softball game against Oklahoma. Both of those events are set for April 11. — Edited by Jennifer Torline ODD NEWS Man really, really wants his cat back from shelter DALLAS — Police are looking for an irate pet lover so intent on liberating his lost cat that he wielded a bat to fend off animal shelter employees. Dallas Animal Shelter manager Kent Robertson says the man found his missing gray and blue short-haired cat at the shelter, where it had been brought by someone who thought it was a stray. He blew his stack when told he had to pay a $132 fee to take his cat. Police say the man returned Monday, loaded his cat into a carrier without paying the fee, and threatened the staff with the baseball bat. No one was injured Most people thank shelter workers. Says Robertson: "This was pretty extreme." Police Senior Cpl. Kevin Janse says police have a clue — the man signed the shelter guest book before fleeing. The man could be charged with aggravated robbery and aggrivated assault. People pay blind woman's 1 cent overdue water bill ATTLEBORO, Mass. — A 74-year-old blind woman's 1 cent debt to a Massachusetts city has been settled. People from across the country called Attleboro City Hall on Tuesday offering to pay the 1 cent balance owed by Eileen Wilbur for an overdue water and sewer bill. Antonio Viveiros, a former city councilor who does not know Wil bur, wrote a check for one penny. He says he was "irked" by the fact that the federal government can spend billions for bailouts, yet a senior citizen was threatened with a lien on her home over 1 cent. Wilbur's daughter first noticed the letter that warned of a lien and a $48 penalty if the overdue bill was not paid by Dec. 10. Mayor Kevin Dumas says the whole situation was blown out of proportion. CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — A retired Virginia school teacher and librarian who died two years ago Universities benefit from librarian's bequest left more than $2 million to split between the universities she attended,the schools announced Tuesday. Jane Iris Crutchfield's estate will donate $1.1 million each to the School of Information and Library Science at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the Curry School of Education at the University of Virginia. Crutchfield earned her bachelor's degree from the former Mary Washington College in Frederickburg, Va., then her master's degree at U.Va. in 1952 and the equivalent of a master's degree at UNC in 1955. She taught for the Virginia Public Schools system for almost two decades before becoming a school librarian in 1960. She never married or had children. Friends said they didn't realize how much money she had saved until they began disbursing her estate after she died in 2006 at the age of 92. "I had no idea," said Mary Kay Lanzillotta, Crutchfield's long-time neighbor, guardian and co-trustee. "It was only after her passing that we looked through her estate and realized, 'Wow, this is going to be a significant contribution." NATIONAL NATIONAL Cheney, Gonzalez, others arraigned by Texas judge RAYMONDVILLE, Texas — A Texas judge has set an arraignment for Vice President Dick Cheney, former Attorney General Alberto Gonzales and other officials accused of involvement in prisoner abuse. Presiding Judge Manuel Banales said Wednesday he will allow them to waive arraignment or have attorneys present rather than appear in person Friday. Banales also said he would issue summonses, not warrants. That allows them to avoid arrest and the need to post bond. Willacy County District Attorney Juan Guerra accuses Cheney, Gonzales, a state senator and others of involvement in prisoner abuse at a federal detention center in south Texas. Defense attorney Tony Canales accuses Guerra of "prosecutorial vindictiveness" and not following procedure. Associated Press on campus The student group event "Ceramics Club: Holiday Craft Sale" will begin at 8:30 a.m. on the fourth floor in the Kansas Union. The Unclassified Senate Executive Council Meeting will begin at noon in Alcove G in the Kansas Union. The seminar "Biodiversity Cycles and Galactic Dynamics" will begin at noon in 6092 Malott Hall. The international program "Performing Affect: Filmic Representations of Nicaraguan Immigrants in Costa Rica" will begin at noon in 318 Bailey Hall. The seminar "Voices of the Prairie: Prairie Fiction Writers from Willa Cather to Kent Haruf" will begin at 2 p.m. in Continuing Education Building. The workshop "Excel 2007: Functions & Data Analysis" will begin at 2 p.m. in the Budig PC Lab. The public event "FREE Tea at Three" will begin at 3 p.m. in the lobby in the Kansas Union. The public event "James Grauerholz presentation and book signing" will begin at 3:30 p.m. in Oread Books in the Kansas Union. The seminar "Addressing Consumers' Dilemmas in a Globalized World" will begin at 3:30 p.m. in the Conference Hall in Hall Center. The seminar "Come to Africa and it is here!" will begin at 3:30 p.m. in the International Room in the Kansas Union. The international program "World at KU" will begin at 4 p.m. in the Ballroom in the Kansas Union. The lecture "Geology Colloquium Series: The fossil record of predator-prey interactions" will begin at 4 p.m. in 103 Lindley Hall. The lecture "Art Talk with Curator Kris Ercums" will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Asia Gallery in the Spencer Museum of Art The film "Robot Taekwon V" will begin at 7 p.m. in the Spencer Museum of Art auditorium. The lecture "Compassionate Activity: Tibetan Schools in China" will begin at 7 p.m. in Hall Center. 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Adam McGonigle, Wichita junior and student body president, who campaigned for Senate elections last spring with the swimming pool as one of his platforms, is showing student groups blueprints depicting three possible designs for the aquatic center. Last week, Student Senate began meeting with 30 groups, including the Athletics Department and the KU swimming and diving team, to find out what each group would want from an aquatic center and how much they were willing to pay how much they were willing to pay. "We all want the best facility' McGonigle said. The three plans for the aquatic center, drafted by Counsilman-Hunsaker, a St. Louis-based aquatics planning and engineering firm, vary in cost and size. Last year, the proposed aquatic center was projected to cost $20 million. McGonigle said he did not know the cost of the three different designs for the center because he said it depended on how much the Athletics Department would contribute. McGonigle and Michael Gillaspie, Ashland junior and student body vice president, met with 15 groups, totalling more than 300 students, last week. They presented the floor plans to get feedback and gauge what students wanted. The plans were not modeled after any other university's aquatic center, McGonigle said. "What's best for another university may not be best for KU," he said. "The plans we've students will give us a plan of what's best for KU." McGonigle said the third design was the most complete. It would include a 50-meter competition pool with divider walls to allow multiple users simultaneously. The center would also include a separate diving well with a springboard and a platform diving board. The design also includes a recreational pool with a lake river, an open-swim area for water basketball or volleyball, and a vortex pool, in which water travels in a circular motion. This aquatic center would also include a 25-person hot tub that would have an indoor and an outdoor portion. It would also have an outdoor wet-deck lounge area and multipurpose classrooms for fitness classes. McGonigle said the other two plans were scaled-back versions of the more elaborate center depicted in the third plan. Plan two would not have an outdoor area or outdoor hot tub and the diving well would be in the main pool. Plan one is the least complete plan and the diving board would be in the deeper part of the competition pool. Hannah McMacken, Lake Tapps. Wash., senior and member of the swimming and diving team, said the third plan would increase the swimming and diving team members' confidence and skill. McMacken said it was difficult to compete in a pool she hadn't practiced in. The pool in Robinson Center is not official competition-size and is open to students only three hours a day. "I really see it benefitting the entire University, bringing more attention to Lawrence and to Kansas," she said. "I think it's exactly what we need." McMacken said the pool would also be a helpful recruiting tool because the only universities in the Big 12 conference that have competition-size pools were the University of Texas, Texas A&M University and the University of Missouri. She said the Student Athlete Advisory Committee, or SAAC, which McGonigle met with last week, generally preferred plan three. Paul Hefferon, Overland Park senior and SAAC senator, said the focus groups were helping Senate get a taste of what students wanted so the final project would meet everyone's needs. "There will still be people who want something different," he said. "But, in general, there will be something that people will be happy to support." Former Senate leader Daschle accepts Obama's offer for Cabinet position POLITICS Edited by Jennifer Torline BY KEVIN FREKING ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON — Former Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle has accepted President-elect Barack Obama's offer to be Secretary of Health and Human Services, Democratic officials said Wednesday. The appointment has not been announced, but these officials said the job is Daschle's, barring an unforeseen problem as Obama's team reviews the background of the South Dakota Democrat. One area of review will include the lobbying connections of his wife, Linda Hall Daschle, who has lobbied mostly on behalf of airline-related companies over the years. The officials spoke on condition of anonymity because they weren't authorized to discuss the matter publicly. Daschle was a close adviser to Obama throughout the former Illinois senator's White House campaign. He recently wrote a book on his proposals to improve health care, and he is working with former Senate leaders on recommendations to improve the system. Organizations seeking to expand health coverage were quick to praise the selection. "Sen. Daschle has a deep commitment to securing high-quality, affordable health care for everyone in our nation," said Ron Pollack, executive director of Families USA. "His new leadership position confirms that the incoming Obama administration has made health care reform a top and early priority for action in 2009." After losing re-election to the Senate in 2004, Daschle became a public policy adviser and member of the legislative and public policy group at the law and lobbying firm Alston & Bird. Daschle isn't registered as a lobbyist. He advises clients on issues including health care, financial services and taxes and trade, according to the firm Web site. trator of the Federal Aviation Administration in the Clinton administration. She is one of Washington's top lobbyists. Her lobbying clients over the past year included American Airlines, Lockheed Martin and Boeing, Senate lobbying records show. Health care interests, including CVS Caremark, the National Association for Home Care and Hospice, Abbott Laboratories and HealthSouth, are among the firm's lobbying clients. His wife was acting adminis Daschle is a senior fellow at the Center for American Progress, a liberal think-tank run by top Obama transition adviser and former Clinton White House chief of staff John Podesta. According to his biography for the think tank, Daschle serves on the advisory boards of Intermedia Partners and the BP America Inc. external advisory council, and on the boards of CB Richard Ellis, Mascoma Corp., Prime BioSolutions, The Freedom Forum, the Mayo Clinic, the Center for American Progress, the LBJ Foundation, and the National Democratic Institute for International Affairs. He is also a member of the Council on Foreign Relations. Daschle's strong Capitol Hill ties and knowledge of how HHS works mean "it is a perfect appointment," said former Republican Congressman John Porter, who chairs the medical research advocacy group Research!America. "He'll do an outstanding job." Besides health reform, the next HHS secretary will deal with the growing budgetary woes of some of the nation's critical health agencies. One example: Years of funding that didn't keep up with infiltration means the National Institutes of Health has lost 14 percent of its buying power, said Dr. Harold Varmus, NIH's former director and a science adviser to Obama's campaign. That has left promising disease, research without money to move forward. Obama also announced several transition working group leaders, including Daschle, who will oversee the health policy working group. They include former Environmental Protection Agency administrator Carol Browner on energy and environment and former Clinton White House adviser Jim Steinberg and Obama campaign senior foreign policy adviser Susan Rice on national security. ALEXANDER HUBBARD ASSOCIATED PRESS Former Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle, left, and current Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell of Ky., right, smile on Capitol Hill last April. Democratic officials say Daschle has accepted President-elect Barack Obama's offer to be Secretary of Health and Human Services. Student Senate THIS WEEK ON CAMPUS November 20, 2008 funded by: Student senate RUN ALL FOR TWO WEEKS! THE SERVICE LEARNING AMBASSADORS invites You to COMPLETE your certification by attending reflection sessions: 11/11 2:30 – 3:30 pm Alcove J 11/12 10 – 11 am Alcove A 11/13 6-7 pm Alcove J 11/19 6-7pm Alcove B 11/20 12-1pm Alcove J 11/21 2-3 pm Alcove J all located on the 3rd floor of the Kansas Union! For more information/questions e-mail slam@ku.edu THE KU MARKETING CLUB PRESENTS The 7th Annual Career Development Conference Friday, November 21, 2008 4th floor of the Kansas Union 12:30 – 5:00pm Open to ALL KU students, free of charge! Attend interactive workshops, compete in a case competition, and gain valuable knowledge from a panel of speakers. Who: Delta Delta Delta Sorority What: Hot Chocolate Stand When: Nov. 17th - Nov. 20th 9:00 am - 1:00 pm each day Why: To support St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Where: Wescoe Beach Cost: $1 per cup & any extra donations are appreciated! Thursday, November 20th 7pm at the ECM presented by AIESEC ALJAZEERA Thursday, November 20th 7pm at the ECM presented by AIESEC ALJAZEERA how biased is YOUR news THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN 4A NEWS DARREN (CONTINUED FROM 1A) THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2008 knew Darren. He had run against him in high school, knew Darren was as intense as anyone. He thought something was wrong, maybe an iron deficiency, something physical. It would never be anything mental with Darren. "I'd talk to him every day," Hefferon said, "and he'd be like, 'Man, I'm trying.'" The disappointments piled up. By late October, Redwine told Darren to come back the next year. But Darren kept running by himself. He still couldn't break out of his funk and started questioning his health. A large bump had swollen on his neck. Hives appeared on his arms at random times. He broke into sweats at night. Friends on his floor at Templin Hall assured him the bump on his neck was nothing, that it would go down. That was enough for Darren. He knew he didn't feel right, but he didn't do anything about it. He wanted to run. When he ran, the dream was alive. Somehow he could still be a college runner. If he stopped, $ \textcircled{4} $ was giving up. The dream would end. Then, one November day Darren was walking uphill to class He panted and struggled to make it to the top. Three months earlier he been running 60 miles a week. Around him, out-of-shape kids didn't breathe heavily at all. Darren gave in. He threw his running shoes in the closet and called his father, Keith, who was living with Fe near Boston, telling him about all his health problems. His Dancing Darren has won several competitions for popping and locking. He enjoys dancing around friends, family and nurses. Popping and locking can be best defined as a dance in which you contract the muscles of your body in rhythm with a song. As Darren says, you want to use your best moves when the beat of the music reaches its highest points. To see Darren dance go to vids.myspace.com and search "Rhythm Kingz Mix." Before then, Keith had had no idea. He told Darren to see the family doctor in Kansas City. So Darren went. The doctor felt the bump on Darren's neck and found several smaller ones. He told him they were lymph nodes, and he found more swollen ones around his groin and armpits. Darren felt as if he was in a bad movie. Alien parasites were inside his body, trying to burst out. The doctor ordered a biopsy for the lymph node on his groin, and Darren limped around Lawrence for a few days waiting for the result. Back in the same doctor's office on Nov. 22 about to hear the results, he played the dream scenario in his head while he waited. His doctor would rush in with a grin on his face and say he had mono. Hed have to take a couple weeks off and then start running again. Then his world collapsed. The doctor walked in slowly and scratched his head. No smile. He told Darren his bone marrow was creating abnormal leukemia cells that were crowding out his normal red and white blood cells. It was serious, something called acute lymphoblastic leukemia He sat there, shocked. He muttered one word, a question. "Yeah?" "We have to get you in right away." Then silence. Just thoughts of losing his running career. His routine at KU. His life. Alone, Darren wanted familiarity, comfort. He left the hospital and drove toward his family's old home in Johnson County. He stopped at a Burger King and then pulled up to a neighborhood park. He'd done running workouts there before. In that car, visions of himself from a few months earlier crept into his mind. He was running, killing himself to improve his times. He was healthy. He was normal. In the coming weeks and months, the vision of that runner dissipated as his body underwent punishing amounts of chemotherapy in Boston. When he left the hospital after a week of chemo and got back to his parents' house, he looked at his scrawny figure in the mirror. He didn't see a youthful, 6-foot-2, half-black, half-Filipino athlete. He thought he saw a Holocaust victim. Darren had always lived an independent life, rarely asking for The cord blood cells from the transplant work their way into Darren Kennedy's body. Darren received the transplant on Oct. 31. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO 10 Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia WHAT — A disease that occurs when the body's bone marrow produces abnormal red and white blood cells and platelets. The abnormal cells crowd out the good red and white blood cells, weakening the body's ability to fight infections. HOW MANY About 4,000 people get diagnosed in the United States each year. TREATMENT — Almost all patients receive chemotherapy to treat the disease. In the case of a relapse, the next option is usually a bone marrow or cord blood transplant. I am afraid of the future. from the National Marrow Donor Program CONTRIBUTED PHOTO A.J. favors and letting nurses find out if something hurt rather than telling them. He never wanted to bother anyone. For the first two months of chemotherapy, his body was so weak that his mother had to help him bathe and even then, he shook uncontrollably from the activity. Darren Kennedy smiles during his stay at the University of Kansas in August. He relapsed on Aug. 7, when he was two months away from being considered cured of his leukemia. Darren kennedy rests in his isolation room at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston. He has been in isolation since Oct 31 and will remain there for at least another three weeks. Except for a rare quest, the only people allowed around Darren are his parents and the medical staff. The news surprised him but only for a second. He didn't think about how the doctors would surely overwhelm him with chemo for the next month. He didn't sense a loss of invincibility. He didn't wander to his old neighborhood for comfort. At that moment, one thought crossed his mind — fight. Darren was almost a free man. Two months of maintenance chemo separated him from the end. But on Aug. 7, Darren was back at the doctor. The leukemic blasts in his bone marrow had gotten used to his medication. Relapse. His dependence on others would have torn him apart inside, but for a while, Darren could hardly piece together thoughts. The chemo messed with his mind. He spent the bad days lying on his bed, staring at the ceiling. "He'd tell me that for his projects he could easily do enough to get 100 percent on them," said his friend and Overland Park senior Jim Schweiker, "but he'd always force himself to work harder to become the best of anybody." But in that car, all he thought about was the runner. The tears came. And instead of pushing himself with his runs, Darren did that at the industrial design building. He would go there in the early evenings and sometimes would work on art projects until the next morning. --to his friends and parents. He wouldn't be himself. Darren didn't talk about leukemia unless someone asked. And none of his friends asked. They say they forgot he had it. The laughing, dancing bundle of energy was back. Then came the harsh reminder in August. He wanted to dance. That's how he felt after six months of chemo. There was no day they told him he was cured, just a step-by-step process that made him stronger and put him in remission by May 2006, when normalcy started again. Darren had plans when he moved back to Lawrence. He took up dancing again with the Rhythm Kingz and won several popping and locking competitions. His running dreams were over, but he filled the void by becoming a manager for the track and cross country teams. When Darren saw Colby Wissel win the 2006 Big 12 Championship, he felt the fire, as though he was the one running. And that attitude hasn't changed. Keith Kennedy got a phone call from Darren a few weeks ago. His son started talking about parallel universes. This was out of character. Keith had never heard anything like this. Darren talked about an alternate version of himself who was running track, doing art projects at school and living like everyone else. Then, Keith asked him a simple question. Would he change into that Darren, if he could? No, Darren said. He wouldn't. If he did, he wouldn't have met all the doctors, nurses and patients he's befriended on the way. He wouldn't be as close "I will tell you," his father, Keith, said, "he is the strongest person I know. His resolve, his focus, his sense of humor. He approaches this thing with such courage. "He is my hero." of the toughest part for num yeday 20 of 40 in isolation at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston. Doctors say the stem cells are adjusting to his body according to schedule, but the process has been difficult. Since the transplant, Darren has experienced several normal side effects. His weight has ballooned from 172 to 208 pounds because of a liver complication. Every time he coughs, his organs throb. He's fed through a tube. Darren finds himself apologizing often, to the medical staff for having to baby him, and to his family for having to see him like this. They're calling it his new birthday. If everything goes to plan, Darren, his family and his friends will forever recognize Oct. 31, 2008, as a new beginning, the day tiny cells from two umbilical cords gave him life. But on the better days he walks around. He checks his computer. He's even showed off a few dance "I will tell you. He is the strongest person I know. His resolve, his focus, his sense of humor. He approaches this thing with such courage." --- The procedure was a cord blood stem cell transplant. Stem cells from the cord blood worked their way into his bone marrow through an IV line for about an hour. Ideally, those cells will settle and start forming healthy red and white blood cells and platelets. KEITH KENNEDY Darren's father Now Darren is in the midst moves to the nurses. Darren passes time in isolation, where he's around only his parents and the medical staff, with phone calls from friends and Redwine and a steady stream of cheese. moe ies on the Sci-Fi Channel. A banner signed by tons of his friends and flowers sent from Lew Perkins decorate his room. Although he is about halfway through the isolation period, the risks remain. Darren's body is brand new. He has no immunity. No way to fight infections. A common cold would be a major complication. The flu could kill him. Aside from infection, the new stem cells could attack his body and cause severe trauna. It's called graft-versus-host disease. Best-case scenario is this: Darren builds immunity, suffers minor complications with the new cells and leaves the hospital shortly after the 40 days. After about 100 Helping the Cause Darren recommended these organizations for anyone wanting to help leukemia patients like himself. -The Kansas City Hope Lodge -The University of Kansas Medical Center -The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society days, he'll have enough strength to exercise briefly, and he'll make routine visits to the hospital, probably weekly. He'll take lots of medication. In one year, he'll be able to eat at restaurants again. For the next few years, he'll have to take antibiotics or antiviral meds. Long-term, he'll probably have to take some form of medication routinely to live a healthy life, but always with a chance that complications with the stem cells could arise at any time. Worst case; Darren dies. About 60 percent of cord blood transplant patients at Dana-Farber live until the next year. That means 40 percent don't. Of course, Darren has heard all about the 10 percent long-term survival rate for a relapse patient his age. But Darren dismissed that right after he heard it. "I'm not some statistic," he said. "I'm me. Why can't I be in the 10 percent?" That's what he tells his friends and family. Darren knows he could die, and he knows life won't be easy in the coming weeks. But he pushes the complications to the back of his mind. All he thinks about regarding the leukemia is how he'll spend the rest of these 40 days in isolation. His life is like one of his favorite poems, Langston Hughes "A Dream Deferred." This disease, this setback, as Darren calls it, deferred his old dreams of running and living at KU like a normal student, but he's got plenty of new ones. He's going to do art projects he wouldn't have time for in school and try to learn Filipino while he's in the hospital. That way, he can talk to his mother, Fe, in her native language so he can truly understand her. Long term, when it's all over, he's not sure yet. But he never says "if" regarding the future. It's when. "One day I'm going to get that ultimate goal..." Darren says on that September afternoon, not quite finishing the thought. The U.S. State Department's Ngwang Choepal Fellowship Program made the project possible He explodes with laughter. The white mask can hide the smile, but not the sound. Sooa Im, a Seoul, South Korea, graduate student who will go on the trip, said the most challenging part of learning the Tibetan language was spelling because many Tibetan words are spelled differently, even though they have the same pronunciation. TIBET (CONTINUED FROM 1A) culture at monthly meetings and will learn to speak the Tibetan language. Rath said Champa Unhpun, lecturer in East Asian languages who teaches a Tibetan language course at the University had been helping the other team members learn to speak it. Edited by Tara Smith Rath said Marsha Haufler, director of the Center for East Asian Studies, approached him about applying for a grant from the program. He served as principal investigator and located a Tibetan charity to work with. with a $215,000 grant. Hungkar Dorje, abbot of Thubten Chokorling Monastery in Golok China and director of the Mayul Multi-Disciplinary Technical School, will speak at the University about Tibetan education tonight at 7 at the conference hall in the Hall Center for the Humanities. The event is free and open to the public. Edited by Becka Cremer team members traveling to China this summer Eric Rath, associate professor of history Rath worked as principal investigator for a grant that will fund the project. He said he hoped to develop a service-learning program for students at the University of Kansas in the future. The program would allow KU students to volunteer at the Tibetan school in areas such as English education. "I think there's great opportunity for all of us to learn about each other," Rath said. Rath worked as principal investigator for a grant that will fund the project. He said he hoped 4 to develop a service-learning program for students at the University of Kansas in the future. The program would allow KU students to volunteer at the Tibetan school in areas such as English education. Yoonmi Nam, associate professor of art professor of art Nam specializes in print making techniques of East Asian countries. She said the main focus of the first trip would be to discover what skills the population needed most to be incorporated in the school's curriculum. Next summer's trip will be Lhunpo's second since he left Champa Lhunpo, lecturer in East Asian languages Lhunpo was born in Tibet, but fled to India with his family when he was 4 years old in 1959 when China took over the country. "As an artist, most of the time, you're just in your studio working on your artwork," Nam said. "And to have this opportunity that you can somehow use your skill and your background to help somebody is really exciting." Nam said. in 1959. Lhunpo has a background in Buddhism and is familiar with the symbolism of Tibetan art. He is also familiar with the traditional sand paintings, or Mandala, of monks. Sooa Im, Seoul, South Korea, graduate student im began studying Tibetan two years ago as part of her research on the relationship between Chinese and Tibetan painting. Her native language is Korean, but she has studied Chinese, Japanese, Spanish and English. "I always wanted to go to Tibet." ... THE UNIVERSITY DARY KANSAN THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2008 NSAN 2008 NEWS 5A THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20. 2008 . D PHOTO main INTERNATIONAL Israel ignores UN pleas, continues Gaza blockade A Jewish settler walks up the stairs in a disrupted building in the West Bank town of Hebron. A court-ordered expired Wednesday for Jewish settlers to leave a four-story building in the volatile West Bank city of Hebron. The settlers ignored the ruling, which also said they must be excused within 30 days if they don't leave voluntarily. ASSOCIATED PRESS SUMMER APRIL 1930 ASSOCIATED PRESS ASSOCIATED PRESS JERUSALEM — Israel stood fast Wednesday by its decision to clamp shut cargo crossings at the Gaza Strip, brushing off pleas to ease the blockade from United Nations chief Ban Ki-moon. Israel sealed the passages two weeks ago after a 5-month-old truce between Israel and Gaza militants started unraveling in an effort to halt rocket and mortar fire at Israeli border towns. The crossings, a main source of imports to Gaza, have been cracked open occasionally to allow in fuel and vital supplies. But the closures have drastically reduced the amount of goods entering the already impoverished seaside territory of 1.4 million people, causing shortages of many basic goods. On Tuesday, Ban called Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert "to express his deep concern over the consequences of the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Gaza," the U.N. said in a statement. "He strongly urged the prime minister to facilitate the freer movement of urgently needed humanitarian supplies and of concerned United Nations personnel into Gaza," the statement said. Olmert said Israel was not to blame for the deterioration of conditions in Gaza, according to the prime minister's office. "Gazans have only Hamas' regime of terror to blame," he said. Hamas, an Islamic militant group committed to Israels destruction, has ruled Gaza since violently overrunning the territory in June 2007. Israel's Gaza blockade has led to frequent blackouts throughout Gaza and resulted in shortages of food, supplies and even cash. Gaza's largest flour mill halted operations Wednesday, saying it had run out of wheat, and the United Nations said it was being forced to suspend cash grants to 98,000 of Gaza's poorest people because of a shortage of Israeli currency. The Israeli closure also prompted major international media organizations, including The Associated Press, BBC, Reuters and the New York Times, to send a rare protest letter to the prime minister, requesting that foreign journalists be allowed into Gaza. Israel has barred reporters from entering the area for the past two weeks. There was no immediate comment from Olmert's office. Defense Minister Ehud Barak told Army Radio on Wednesday that "there has to be quiet for the crossings to open." At nightfall Wednesday, Palestinians reported a large explosion east of Gaza City. Hamas officials said the blast was caused by a shell, but it was not clear if it was an Israeli or Palestinian device. No one was hurt. Often homemade rockets and mortars fired by Palestinians at Israel fall short and explode in Gaza. Israel and Hamas have been observing a truce since June. The cease-fire has largely held until Israeli troops entered Gaza early this month to destroy a tunnel they said militants had dug to attack Israel. At least 17 militants have been killed since, and militants have fired about 150 rockets and mortars at Israel, by the military's count. Both Israeli and Hamas officials have said they hope to restore the calm, though Barak has said the military is ready for a large-scale operation if necessary. The Hamas prime minister in Gaza, Ismail Haniyeh, met with leaders of other Palestinian factions Wednesday. He said they support maintaining the truce "as long as the occupation (Israel) commits to it." Before the truce was reached, militants pelted Israel with near-daily rocket attacks, provoking sometimes harsh military retaliation that killed hundreds of Palestinians, including many civilians. U. S. President-elect Barack Obama called Abbas on Tuesday to tell him he would spare no effort to facilitate a peace agreement between Israel and the Palestinians, Palestinian negotiator Saeb Erekat said Wednesday. story building in the volatile city of Hebron. The settlers ignored the ruling, which also said they must be evicted within 30 days if they don't leave voluntarily. Barak said the government would comply with the court order, but added defense officials would first try to persuade the settlers to leave. About 500 of the most extreme Israeli settlers live in Hebron in heavily guarded enclaves among 170,000 Palestinians. If Israeli security forces evict them from the building, violent clashes are likely. Media reports Wednesday said about 600 people have gathered around the building to prevent its evacuation. Settlers moved in early last year after claiming they bought the building from a Palestinian. The Palestinian denies the claim, and Israeli authorities have not recognized the sale as legal. INTERNATIONAL Al-Qaida leader insults Obama with racial slur in Web video intel ASSOCIATED PRESS In a frame from a video provided by IntelCenter, posted on the Internet on April 13, 2006, al-Qaida's deputy leader Ayman al-Zawarira praises insurgents in Iraq. Al-Zawarira insulted Barack Obama in the terror group's first reaction to his election, calling him a demeaning racial term implying that the president-elect is a black American who does the bidding of whites. Al-Zawarira said in a message on Wednesday that Obama is "the direct opposite of honorable black Americans" like Malcolm X, the 1960s African-American civil rights leader. 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HOPKINS This file photo circa 1930s taken in Germany and provided by Maria-Luise Bissonnette shows her late stepfather, Dr. Karl Heinrich Christian Wilharm, right, with wife, Lili, standing alongside an oil on canvas paintings by Franz Kaxer Winterhalter, (1806-1873), entitled "Girl from the Sabine Mountains," just above and to the left. A ruling on Wednesday by the 1st U.S. Court Court of Appeals in Boston blocked an attempt by Bissonnette to recover the painting. COURTS Painting to stay with estate German baroness fails to reclaim art her family owned BY RAY HENRY ASSOCIATED PRESS PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A painting forcibly auctioned by Germany's Nazi government should remain with the estate of a late Jewish art dealer who lost it when his gallery was liquidated, a federal appeals court ruled Wednesday. The ruling by the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Boston blocks an attempt by German baroness Maria-Luise Bissonnette to recoup the painting "Girl from the Sabine Mountains," which has been valued by appraisers between $67,000 and $94,000. The painting is believed to be a work of Franz Xaver Winterhalter, a 19th-century artist famous for painting Queen Victoria, the czar of Russia and other European nobles. Last year, a federal judge in Providence ordered Bissonnette to give the painting to the estate of Max Stern, who lost about 400 paintings and his family's Dusseldorf art gallery when the Nazis forced its closure in 1937. Bissonnette then sought to overturn the lower court's ruling and win the painting back. In Wednesday's three-judge ruling, Judge Bruce Sulaa said the court was righting a wrong committed during one of history's bleakest periods, the Holocaust. "The mills of justice grind slowly, but they grind exceedingly fine," Selya said. Bissonnette, who lives in Providence, declined to comment on the ruling. In 1935, Nazi officials warned Stern he had four weeks to regroup or dissolve the family business. He resisted until 1937, when he was denied a chance to transfer his business to a professor and closed the gallery. "This decree is final," a Nazi official warned in a letter preserved by Stern's estate. It includes an ominous note to the Gestapo: "Stern is a Jew and holds German citizenship." Bissonnette moved to the United States and later inherited the painting from her parents. Stern's estate tracked down the missing artwork when Bissonnette attempted to sell it in 2005. After negotiations broke down, lawyers for Stern's estate filed a lawsuit seeking the painting's return. After his gallery closed, Stern fled to England, eventually resettled in Canada and became a successful art dealer in Montreal. 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Can you name one of your student senators, the people who decide if we continue getting cheap prescriptions at Watkins Health Center and wireless Internet on campus and decide whether we should be paying more or less for these services? Chances are you didn't know Adam McGonigle, the student body president, or any of your senators, because chances are that you didn't vote in the campus elections last April. more than a thousand miles away, but only about 15 percent of us vote for people whose decisions affect us more directly than the person sitting in the Oval Office. It's puzzling that we students came out in droves to elect a man who will rule us from This is not a high school StuCo election that were talking about, where candidates get the opportunity to pick crappy DJs for prom. This is the real deal. Student Senate holds the strings on an $18 million purse of your money. Senate's decisions determine if that purse gets bigger or smaller and how that money will be allocated. Our student politicians today will be some of our nation's politicians tomorrow. It does not bode well for the future of our OUR VIEW democracy that these politicians debut in an arena where barely any of their constituents care enough to authorize them into office or hold them accountable for their actions. Our apathy is not a protest against a system that some perceive as ineffective or powerless. It's a white flag, a message to the coalitions that we don't care whether senators are keeping our interests in mind or not. Joe the Student not voting gives more power to the two largest interest groups that vote in strong numbers; greets and athletes. The coalition that best appeases these groups with representation and fee money, has the best shot at victory come April. Blame for this bleak political reality doesn't rest solely on the shoulders of non-voters. It is The University Daily Kansan's job to inform students about senate affairs, and coverage could be beefed up and made more interesting and presented in a way students can understand. But Senate must also figure out how to work its $5,000 clickers so that voting records can be posted online. Ultimately though, nothing will change the status quo unless students wake up and demand it through words and votes. -lan Stanford for the editorial board LETTER TO THE EDITOR Mob rule should not decide rights of all was even a vote at all. Unfortunately for the letter to the editor writer of "Why is Proposition 8 being protested?" Nov. 19, the United States is precisely not a nation that prides itself on being a democracy. We are a republic; "and to the republic for which it stands". The fact that Obama won the popular vote really means nothing. What mattered was that he won the electoral vote. There is still a difference between protesting the presidential election and protesting the vote on Proposition 8 in California. To protest the election would indeed be to protest wrongly. It would be to disagree with the fact that Obama won even though he did so, fair and square. But those who are protesting Prop 8 are not protesting the fact that the "ayes have it." They are protesting the fact that there We do not live in a country run by mob rule. We cannot vote over what people should and should not have the right to do. There was a time when the majority would have voted that blacks should not have the right to vote. Even so, it would be absurd to say they should not have had that right at that time. But according to the writer's reasoning, protesting such a vote would be folly, for it would be tantamount to protesting his beloved "democracy." I would protest such a vote, just as I protest the vote on Prop 8. I would be protesting democracy. But it is a fanciful fact that we do not live in one. Otherwise, the mob would rule, and you might find that you just lost your right to vote or perhaps to marry the one you loved dearly. Lamar Hunt is a junior from Overland Park. HOW TO SUBMIT A LETTER TO THE EDITOR The submission should include the author's name, grade and hometown. Send letters to opinion.kansan.com Write LETTER TO THE EDITOR in the e-mail subject line. Length: 200 words LETTER GUIDELINES The Kansan will not print letters that attack a reporter or columnist. CONTACT US Dani Hurst, managing editor 164-4810 or dhurst@kansan.com Matt Erickson, editor 864-4810 or merickson@kansan.com Mark Dent, managing editor 864-4810 or mdent@kansan.com Kelsey Hayes, managing editor 864-4810 or khayes@kansan.com Jordan Herrmann, business manager 864-4358 or jhermann@ikansan.com Toni Bergquist sales manager 864-4477 or tbergquist@kansan.com Lauren Keith, opinion editor 964-4924 or ikeith@kansan.com Patrick De Oliveira, associate opinion editor 864-4924 or pdeoliveira@kansan.com Malcolm Gibson, general manager and news adviser THE EDITORIAL BOARD Members of the Kansan Editorial Board are Alex Doherty, Jenny Harty, Lauren Keith, Patrick O'Rea, Raye Bayr, Ian and Stanford. Jon Schiltt, sales and marketing adviser BFA 26653 bfa1678 In Telangana at mgfshol.com FROM THE DRAWING BOARD I PROTESTED BUSH 41 BECAUSE I DON'T LIKE BUSH 43 I'm WITH STUPID NICHOLAS SAMBALUN We won't be national champions in this THE CYNICAL OPTIMIST NICK MANGIARACINA The case of Larry Sinks vs. KU Athletics Department reached its conclusion in July. Sinks, owner of Joe College, would soon be $127,337 poorer. The ruling was that Sinks could not sell nearly 50 of his shirts although the rationale behind why he couldn't sell these particular shirts still remains a mystery. Apparently Sinks is guilty of using the color blue and the word "hawk" and of taking money away from the Church of the Athletics Department. What the decision amounted to was a classic 70s obscenity trial where Sinks was the pornographer and the University was the ultramoral religious right. Like the cases brought against Larry Flynt of Hustler magazine, no one could define the term obscenity beyond the classic. "I "Trademark infringement" was the given reason yet no definition of how these shirts infringed on the University's trademark was ever given. The University simply thought its reputation was damaged as if it were a person. don't know what it is, but I know it when I see it." Rock Chalk Rich Jayhawks, go top 10 percent! That's my vote for a new KU T-shirt. Higher education will become what the elites decide it should be and not what the general public decides. College will become nothing more than a business that serves the rich. More disturbing than the Athletics Department's harassment of a local business owner who did no wrong is the reason it seemed adamant about pursing him. Although the football and basketball games have become the main attraction, in the background blares the real game that is being played — the quiet privatization of America's universities. In the last 20 years, taxpayer support of higher education has dwindled, leaving colleges searching for other revenue sources. In the process, universities have looked to other revenue to cover their losses, like T-shirt sales. The University, according to a KU news release, receives only 24 percent of its funding from the state and another 20 percent from federal research grants and contracts. This means that most of KU's funding comes from private sources. Less support has meant skyrocketing tuition for students, lower faculty salaries and less accessibility to college for the poor and the middle class. This is alarming because a college education is increasingly becoming a prerequisite in maintaining a middle class lifestyle. The study concluded, "Kansas, once a leader in supporting higher education, has reduced its financial support to the point that it is below national averages and nearly the lowest among Big 12 states." Kansans value higher education, but they don't want to pay for it. Just last week Gov. Kathleen Sebelius ordered KU to cut its budget by 3 percent, which is the opposite of what should have happened. ries are lower in Kansas than the average among the Big 12 schools and below the national average. The value of higher education can't be overstated, but it will require more tax payer support if it's going to thrive. So the free market must be working wonders for the University then, right? No. In a study of higher education in Kansas, the nonprofit group Citizens for Higher Education found that per student, the University of Kansas is tied with K-State for last place among Big 12 schools for funding of higher education. Mangiaracina is a Lenexa senior in journalism. Among faculty, for its size, sala- The easy way out of saying you have an STI FEMME FIRE CAITLIN THORNBRUGH In a society that has become obsessed with sex — selling it, having it, labeling it — the consequences of our sexual escapades have come to fruition with the increasing number of sexually transmitted infections every year. This brings up the tedious job of trying to remember all of the people you've had sex with so you can call and let them know they may have an STI. With 15 million new cases of STIs in the U.S. every year, this could take awhile. However, I discovered a Web site that will send STI e-cards to ease the embarrassment of revealing you've got something less than appealing going on down there. was originally geared toward a gay-male audience, but it features cards that can be sent to any gender or sexual orientation. Guidelines urge users to send these cards only if they feel they could have actually given someone an STI, but there is no way to regulate how many legitimate ones are actually sent and how many are sent as a joke or out of spite. I sent five e-cards after warning my friends, but you can enter up to six e-mail addresses to bulk send a card to different partners, especially convenient to people who have been getting around. The Web site, called inSPOT, was created by "Internet Sexuality Information Services Inc.," supposedly as a public health response to the increasing rates of STIs. It To enter the site, you click on a city or state. Kansas isn't an option yet, so I chose California. Then you are prompted to click "Tell Them" or "Get Checked." The "Tell Them" link then takes you to the "pick a card" portion of the Web site. The e-cards feature various slogans, such as "I got screwed while screwing. You might have too" with pictures of screws in the background. Another card reads, "Got laid. Was happy. Got tested. Wasn't healthy," with pictures of smiley and sad faces. Because we were born in the age of the computer, we've forgotten how to communicate face-to-face or even through phone calls. My personal favorite has a man with no shirt and a towel wrapped around him saying, "You're too hot to be out of action." Facebook, texting and dating sites depersonalize communication. Technology has eliminated the necessity of conversation, and as a result what should be personal was instead sent to your inbox. The idea behind the site is valid, but the main focus should be on preventing these diseases instead of coming up with cheesy cards to give cowards a way out of facing the consequences of sex. If you are mature enough to have sex,you should be mature enough to make the phone call. What happened to owning up to the responsibility of having sex? A simple phone call saying, "I may have given you chlamydia" would be appreciated as opposed to getting an anonymous e-card. Thornbrugh is a Lenexa junior in creative writing. FREE FOR ALL To contribute to Free for All, visit Kansan.com or call 785-864-0500. I thought i would never be saying this, but some of us need to go to the library on game-day, so leave some parking open. --has no idea --- Conner Teahan, cut your hair! --- I am trying to wrap my head around why O'Reilly Auto Parts is sponsoring the hardwood of our basketball My sorority sister's guilty pleasure is strangers in skinny jeans. Any takers? --has no idea --has no idea Brady Morningstar should be at Duke. To the guy who said "what's up, girl" to me and then tripped: you're awesome, you just made my day. --- Love. The FFA does not care for your frivolous assorted vampire characters. --- I missed my bus today because it was five minutes early and didn't wait. Thanks KU On Wheels. --- --- --- I just got spanked. To the guy who wanted to be my sugar daddy: OK! I wish my roomate would understand what it's like to be in a loving, supportive relationship. Maybe then would she stop telling me that I "dont need to see my boyfriend all the time." She --- My ceiling is dripping. Makes me wonder what's going on in the apartment above mine. --- I'm about to go out, and I look hot. But I would bet money no one will hit on me where I'm going. Too bad. I have blue eyes. They change intensity with my mood. Feel free to fall in love with me. --- --- That makes me feel so much better, thanks. --- My house has a basement, but my landlord won't let us use it and keeps it locked. Does she want us to die? --- Confessions of unrequited love to anonymous internet strangers. Too cheap for a shrink, too embarrassed for one or simply copping out? @ @KANSAN.COM Want more? Check out Free for All online. 8A NEWS SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20. 2008 Graduate wins feature-writing award BY JOE PREINER jpreiner@kansan.com Thor Nystrom never thought about how people would react to his "Depth Reporting" final project. He also never thought his personal story of battling with mental illness would earn him thousands of dollars. Nystrom, 2008 graduate, placed second in the 49th-annual William Randolph Hearst Foundation's Journalism Awards Program for feature writing. The awards, which were announced by the Foundation Tuesday, were the result of judging stories from 110 colleges and universities across the nation. It is the second competition in which Nystrom's project, "To Hell and Back," has earned him both money and national recognition. Nystrom's story placed first in a Rolling Stone Magazine college writing contest in October. That award netted Nystrom, Minnesota native, $5,000. The Hearst award added an additional $1,500 to Nystrom's grand total. Despite the accolades his story has received, Nystrom said it was more important for him to know he had written the story in the manner he had promised himself. "The triumph, and really the award, for me was just actually writing the story." Nystrom said. "To have it be recognized at this point is just icing on the cake." Linda Lee, professor of journalism, had Nystrom in her "Ethics" class the semester his story appeared in The University Daily Kansan. She said the story had taken her by surprise. "If you didn't know him, it was a Nystrom placed third in sports writing in the Hearst competition last year and considered the top-three finish to be an unbeatable feat. He said the second-place finish in feature writing was exciting, but came with a If you didn't shocking story" Lee said. "And if you did know him, it was even more shocking." Lee said she thought of Nystrom as an All-American kid, someone who had every @ KANSAN.COM Contact JoAnna Giffin at 816-501-3601 for more information. MBA@Avila.edu ■ Read Nystrom's story online at http://www.kansan.com/stories/2008/may/05/hell_and_back/?news. thing in life go his way. She said reading the story had evoked many emotions. "Id be remiss if I said I wasn't disappointed that I didn't win." Nystrom said. Lee, who is a self-admitted fan of Nystrom, said the award came "I was so proud of him, and so sorry for him," Lee said. "And so grateful to him for having the courage to put his story on paper." as no real surprise. "It was so honest, so brave and so good." Lee said. "He deserves every laudatory award he gets." Edited by Becka Cremer ECONOMY Senate cancels showdown vote for automakers' bailout PENN STATE JUDICIAL SYSTEM ASSOCIATED PRESS BY JULIE HCSHFELD DAVIS ASSOCIATED PRESS Auto industry executives, from left, General Motors Chief Executive Officer Richard Wagoner, Chrysler Chief Executive Officer Robert Nardelli, and Ford Chief Executive Officer Alan Mulally, testify on Wednesday on Capitol Hill before a House Financial Services Committee. WASHINGTON—ADemocratic Congress, unwilling or unable to approve a $25 billion bailout for Detroit's Big Three, appears ready to punt the automakers' fate to a lame-duck Republican president. Caught in the middle of a whoblinks-first standoff are legions of manufacturing firms and auto dealers — and millions of Americans' jobs — after Senate Democrats canceled a showdown vote that had been expected Thursday. President George W. Bush has "no appetite" to act on his own. U. S. auto companies employ nearly a quarter-million workers, and more than 730,000 other people have jobs producing the materials and parts that go into cars. About an additional 1 million work in dealerships nationwide. If just one of the auto giants were to go belly up, some estimates put U.S. job losses next year as high as 2.5 million. Winners Revealed December 1 Find out who the students voted Top of the Hill! THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN 2008 "If GM is telling us the truth, they go into bankruptcy and you see a cascade like you have never seen," said Sen. George V. Voinovich (R-Ohio) who was working on one rescue plan Wednesday. "If people want to go home and not do anything, I think that they're going to have that on their hands." NATIONAL Endangered species could lose protection The rules eliminate the input of federal wildlife scientists in some endangered species cases, allowing the federal agency in charge of building, authorizing or funding a project to determine for itself if it is likely to harm endangered wildlife and plants. The automakers — hobbled by lackluster sales and choked credit — are burning through money at an alarming and accelerating rate about $18 billion in the last quarter alone. General Motors Corp. has said it could collapse within weeks, and there are indications that Chrysler LLC might not be far behind. Ford Motor Co. has said it could get through the end of 2008, but it's unclear how much longer. despite the more than 250,000 comments received since it was first proposed in August. WASHINGTON — Animals and plants in danger of becoming extinct could lose the protection of government experts who make sure that dams, highways and other projects don't pose a threat, under regulations the Bush administration is set to put in place before President-elect Obama can reverse them. A Nov. 12 version of the final rules obtained by the Associated Press has changed little from the original proposal, The rules must be published Friday to take effect before Obama is sworn in Jan. 20. Otherwise, he can undo them with the stroke of a pen. Current regulations require independent wildlife biologists to sign off on these decisions before a project can go forward, at times modifying the design to better protect species. The Interior Department rushed to complete the rules in three months over the objections of lawmakers and environmentalists who argued that they would weaken how a landmark conservation law is applied. The regulations also bar federal agencies from assessing emissions of the gases blamed for global warming on species and habitats, a tactic environmentalists have tried to use to block new coal-fired power plants. Tina Kreisher, an Interior Department spokeswoman, could not confirm whether the rule would be published before the deadline. As is its custom when it takes up cases, the court elaborated little. However, the justices did say they want to address what effect, if any, a ruling upholding the amendment would have on the estimated 18,000 same-sex marriages that were sanctioned in California before election day. SAN FRANCISCO California's highest court agreed Wednesday to hear several legal challenges to the state's new ban on same-sex marriage but refused to allow gay couples to resume marrying before it rules. The California Supreme Court accepted three lawsuits seeking to nullify Proposition 8, a voter-approved constitutional amendment that overruled the court's decision in May that legalized gay marriage. Associated Press All three cases claim the measure abridges the civil rights of a vulnerable minority group. They argue that voters alone did not have the authority to enact such a significant constitutional change. Gay rights groups and local governments petitioning to overturn the ban were joined by the measure's sponsors and Attorney General Jerry Brown in urging the Supreme Court to consider whether Proposition 8 passes legal muster. BY LISA LEFF ASSOCIATED PRESS Court to hear lawsuits against Proposition 8 NATIONAL The initiative's opponents had also asked the court to grant a stay of the measure, which would have allowed gay marriages to begin again while the justices considered the cases. The court denied that request. The justices directed Brown Oral arguments could be scheduled as early as March, according to court spokeswoman Lynn Holton. Both opponents and supporters of Proposition 8 expressed confidence Wednesday that their arguments would prevail. and lawyers for the Yes on 8 campaign to submit arguments by Dec. 19 on why the ballot initiative should not be nullified. It said lawyers for the plaintiffs, who include same-sex couples who did not wed before the election, must respond before Jan. 5. But they also agreed that the cases present the court's seven justices — six of whom voted to review the challenges — with complex questions that have few precedents in state case law. The lawsuits argue that voters improperly abrogated the judiciary's authority by stripping samesex couples of the right to wed after the high court earlier ruled it was discriminatory to prohibit gay men and lesbians from marrying. The measure represents such a sweeping change that it constitutes a constitutional revision as opposed to an amendment, the documents say. The distinction would have required the ban's backers to obtain approval from two-thirds of both houses of the California Legislature before submitting it to voters. "If given effect, Proposition 8 would work a dramatic, substantive change to our Constitution's 'underlying principles' of individual on a scale and scope never previously condoned by this court," lawyers for the same-sex couples stated in their petition. Rudy's PIZZERIA Voted Best Pizza in Lawrence! Almost the Weekend! Thursday special: 16" Pizza 2 Toppings 2 Drinks ONLY $1299 plus tax FREE DELIVERY! 749-0055 • 704 Mass. • rudyspizzeria.com Red Lyon Tavern Red Lion Lawn Old Lyme Cemetery 944 Mass. Red Lion Cemetery 944 Mass. 832-8228 WE SALUTE YOU MRS. BALLCAP WEARER! Win a free hat or tee! KANSAS Come by and check out our huge selection of hats. spdome.com 832-0806 1000 Massachusetts Sports DOME Est. 1908 SOONERS TRY TO KNOCK OFF TECH Red Raiders travel to Norman for clash with OLahoma on Saturday night. Football | 6P REFLECTIONS ON APPLES, PAUL RUDD AND SPORTS SPORTS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN The first Thanksgiving Morning Brew looks into what the sports editor is thankful for. Morning Brew | 2B WWW.KANSAN.COM THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2008 THE MORNING BREW PAGE1B LEADER OF THE PACK Younger players look to Collins Overcoming injury and criticism, junior guard sets example to follow BY CASE KEEFER ckeefer@kansan.com Sherron Collins smiles a lot these days. Collins, junior guard, might to try to hide it, but he can't stop. The grin that stretches across Collins' face keeps reappearing. It comes at all different times. When Collins makes a jump shot or drives to the basket, he's not afraid to show his joy. He beams when reflecting on last year's national championship team. Ask him about his new role on this year's Kansas team and that's when his smile becomes as wide as the Sears Tower in his native Chicago is tall. "That's just me." Collins said. "It's my personality, and I just like to smile." And who can blame him? Collins has responsibilities for the lajwhawks that no player has possessed in nearly half a decade. For most of coach Bill Self's six-year tenure at Kansas, his teams have defined sharing success. Players took an equal amount of shots. Go-to guys filled the roster. Not anymore. Not with this year's team. The Jayhawks don't have leaders. They have a leader. Everyone on the team knows whom to look toward when they need instruction. It's no secret who will control the game during vital possessions. Guess who. "Sherron is the guy with us," Kansas coach Bill Self said, "It's his team. That's how I want it." And that's how Self has gotten it thus far. Through two games, Collins is averaging more than 20 points. He's made five of his 10 three-pointers and more than half of his shots from the field. Self only expects his numbers to increase from here. No wonder Collins is so overjoyed. A picture of Collins' smile is immortalized in every Kansas fan's head. It even graced the cover of magazines and newspapers. ... Collins has called that moment — when he launched the basketball into the air at the Alamo Dome in San Antonio at the end of Kansas' 75-68 national championship victory against Memphis — one of the best of his life. Collins played a key role in the game, scoring 11 points and stealing an in-bounds pass and making a three-pointer seconds later to cut the Jayhawk deficit to six with less than two minutes remaining. In the six months after the game, Collins reflected fondly on his memories of the championship. He watched the film of the game three times. Perhaps the off-court turmoil during that span prevented him from watching it more. No less than two weeks after winning the championship, Collins underwent arthroscopic knee surgery. He played through the pain in his left knee all last year knowing it would have to be taken care of right away in the offseason. While recovering from surgery and visiting his ill father in Chicago, Collins received more bad news. A Douglas Country judge ordered Collins to pay more than $75,000 by default to a woman who accused him of assault in a Jayhawker Towers elevator in June. "I went through a lot of injuries and tough times this year," Collins said. "I think I've dealt with it pretty good and staved positive." The district attorney cleared Collins of criminal charges later in the summer. The accuser dropped the civil case two weeks ago. Collins said he couldn't wait to forget about it and start to focus solely on basketball. Self chastised Collins to the media. The coach openly questioned if Collins could Even that, however, seemed difficult at the end of the summer. Collins showed up for the first day of practice before Kansas' Labor Day weekend trip to Canada for three exhibition games out of shape and overweight. SEE MEN'S BASKETBALL ON PAGE 6B THE ROCK KANSAS 4 40 Jordan Juenemann Travis Releford 15 Tyshawn Taylor Sherron Collins COMMENTARY One month after pleading to Congress for their economic lives, executives of Detroit's Big Three auto makers — GM, Ford and Chrysler — will head to Ford Field and take in the 12th annual Motor City Bowl, which they sponsor. The layhawk will likely land in the Dec. 31 Insight Bowl which is sponsored of an information technology service provider that has seen its stock price tumble more than 78 percent in the past year and recently cut 8 percent of its workforce. The 34-game college bowl landscape is rife with events backed by auto, banking and insurance companies that have been among the hardest hit by tough times. Yet while it is a bit early to gauge the effects of hardships faced by sponsors, bowl games and sports marketing in general appear to remain strong. "We've found that companies are continuing to spend more money in sports marketing each year," said Jason Booker, general manager of Jayhawk Sports Marketing/IMG College. "Sports are the only thing consumed live by mass quantities of people, making it attractive." Michael Smith, Sports Business Journal BY STEPHEN MONTEMAYOR smontemayor@kansan.com writer, said he expects the bowl landscape to be somewhat different in two or three years but contends that college football is as resistant as any sport in terms of dealing with economic shifts. "If there is a company out there looking for a reasonable sponsorship buy, college football is as good a place to be as anywhere in sports marketing." Smith said. "As companies make budget cuts, college football is among the last places to go because for what you put for your money is as good as about anything." He said the cost of sponsoring smaller, non-BCS bowl games could be insignifi- SEE COMMENTARY ON PAGE 6B FOOTBALL Key players could miss Showdown 1 7 Weston White/KANSAN Junior tailback Jack Sharp attempts to get out on one of his six runs against the Longhorns. Sharp saw limited toucher Saturday and picked up just 13 yards in Kansas' 37-7 loss. BY B.J. RAINS rains@kansan.com Thankfully for coach Mark Mangino and the Kansas Jayhawks, they don't play Missouri for another nine days. Had the game been this Saturday, running back Jake Sharp and wide receiver Kerry Meier probably wouldn't have been able to play. The extra week will definitely be needed, but the status of the two injured starters for next week's Border Showdown is anybody's guess. "I'm hopeful." Mangino said. "I can't say that I'm confident. I hopeful they'll be back. Talking with the trainer, it's a situation where they've just got to get a lot of treatment and (see) how fast they heal up" Meier has been banged up most of the season but appealed to injure a hamstring or quad muscle after making a catch on the first play of Saturday's 35-7 loss to Texas. He played sparingly, but wasn't effective and had just four catches for 32 yards. Sharp appeared to injure his ribs during the first half and left for the locker room soon after. He came back and tried to play in the second half, but had to call it a day soon. "They didn't practice (Sunday)," Mangino said on the Big 12 Coaches teleconference } SEE FOOTBALL ON PAGE 6B . 2B SPORTS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAS THURSDAY NOVEMBER 20,2008 quote of the day "I don't know how the guys felt, but I got close to tearing up before the game. That was pretty cool. I thought the game day production did a fabulous job. It was pretty moving. I thought that it was pretty cool looking at all the people with their cell phones out taking pictures." fact of the day — Bill Self, on the banner ceremony before Tuesday night's game The Kansas basketball program is 72-8 since losing to Bradley on March 17, 2006, in the first round of the NCAA tournament. trivia of the day Q: After Kansas' victory against Florida Gulf Coast, what is Bill Self's record at Kansas? A. 144-32. Self's teams have won 81.8 percent of their games at Kansas. KU sports schedule Today-Friday No events Saturday Voleyball: Texas, 6:30 p.m. (Austin, Texas) Sunday Women's basketball: St. Louis, 4 p.m. (St. Louis) Royals buck nights and Plaza Christmas lights Monday Monday Men's basketball: Washington, 9 p.m. (Kansas City, Mo.) My friend Tank loves Kansas game days. She loves them so much that I think she cried last Saturday. She's a senior. It was her last one. For some reason, that story came to me as I was walking on campus on Wednesday. I'm not sure why. Maybe I just like the notion that sports can bring that kind of emotion out of people. I saw more emotion on Tuesday night when Kansas dropped its 2008 championship banner. We worry so much about the big things in life that sometimes we don't enjoy the little things. We're seven days away from Thanksgiving. So I thought I'd write the Morning Brew's first Thanksgiving column. I certainly have a lot to be thankful for. And we're off. BY RUSTIN DODD dodd@kansan.com I'm thankful for Sherron Collins on a fast break. Todd Ressey trying to make something out of nothing. Joakim Soria standing on the mound in the ninth with a one run lead. And Tony Gonzalez over the middle. I'm thankful for Stephen Curry's joy, Roger Federer's humility and Rafael Nadal's intensity. I'm thankful for Zack Greinke's quirky remarks and the hit Darrell Stuckey put on that poor Missouri receiver. I'm thankful for pickup basketball games with people who know how to pass and cut and warm spring days spent on the tennis court. I'm thankful for five-irons that stick seven feet from the flagstick. I'm thankful for my last four years in Lawrence. I'm thankful for 14th and Ohio, long winding runs through campus, wings and mac n' cheese at Phi Psi and Friday lunches at the Wheel (followed by a game of darts). I'm thankful for the Friday night bar band and football gamesdays with good weather and good company. I'm thankful for professors with energy and the faces in The Kansan newsroom. I'm thankful for my hometown — the biggest small town in the world. I'm thankful for Royals buck nights and Plaza Christmas lights, driving down Ward Parkway on a sunny day, and the Shawnee Mission South fight song. I'm thankful for movies with Kansas Citian Paul Rudd and sports columns by Kansas City's Joe Posnanski. I'm thankful for Arthur Bryant's and 18th and Vine I'm thankful for the smell of the parking lot at Arrowhead Stadium I'm thankful for cold pumpkin pie, homemade banana bread and hot Jose Peppers' espinaca. I'm thankful for packed Chipotle burritos with double meat and waffles with peanut butter spread on the top. I'm thankful for sushi at Yokohama and the beer at Free State. I'm thankful for Rock Chalk Lattes in the morning and Wheel pizza at night. and the view from the top of the Mamba. I'm thankful I have one semester of college left. I'm thankful for dollar night and '80s music at the Wheel. I'm thankful for Tuesday nights with nothing to do. I'm thankful for the KAK and Shipwrecked. I'm thankful for my mom, dad, two big sisters and one big brother. Were almost done. Now for the big finish. THE MORNING BREW KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Chiefs added three more players on Wednesday to stabilize their hobbled roster. Strong Hall when the sun sets, movies with Tom Hanks, songs I can't get out of my head, Allen Fieldhouse, text messages that are waiting for me when I wake up, the dollar bills at Jeffersons, iced cappuccinos from Quik Trip, Bill Self's Oklahoma twang, YouTube, the look on Russell Robinson's face after the Memphis game, sleeping in and apples. I really like apples. Studebaker was the third of Philadelphia's three sixth-round draft choices and spent the last 11 weeks on Philadelphia's practice squad. I'm thankful for the way the light reflects off the windows of Gatewood signed this year with Washington as a rookie free agent out of Vanderbilt and appeared in three preseason games before being released. Chiefs sign two players and promote running back NFL Kansas City signed linebacker Curtis Gatewood and defensive end Andy Studebaker to two-year contracts, and promoted running back Jackie Battle from the practice squad. Defensive tackle Antwon Burton also was added to the practice squad. Battle has appeared in six NFL games, getting 47 yards and a touchdown on 14 carries. The former University of Houston player started his career with Dallas after signing as a rookie free agent in 2007. MLB MLB Pedroia wins MVP award for American League Edited by Brenna Hawley NEW YORK — Boston little man Dustin Pedroia won the AL MVP award, becoming the first second baseman to earn the honor in nearly a half-century. Pedroia easily beat out Minnesota slugger Justin Morneau and added to his ever-expanding trophy case. Generously listed at 5-foot-9, the Red Sox star was the top AL rookie last year while winning a World Series ring. Associated Press Ryan Waggoner/KANSAN A Serving up warm weather Andrew Adams, Olathe freshman, returns a serve during a game of tennis Wednesday afternoon behind Robinson Center. The unseasonably warm weather Wednesday brought many students to the tennis courts. KICK THE KANSAN: WEEK ELEVEN Pick games. Beat the Kansan staff. Get your name in the paper. 1. No. 2 Texas Tech at No. 5 Oklahoma (pick score) 2. No. 15 Michigan State at No. 8 Penn State 3. No. 17 Brigham Young at No. 7 Utah 3 No. 17 Brigham Young at No. 17 UConn Sherri B. Brigham Young at No. 7 Utah 4. No. 21 Pittsburgh at No. 22 Cincinnati 6. Iowa State at Kansas State 5. No. 19 Florida State at Maryland 7. Oregon State at Arizona 9. West Virginia at Louisville Name: Kyle Busch (18), Jimmie Johnson (48), and Kurt Busch (2) race down the front stretch during the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Coca-Cola 600 auto race at Lowe's Motor Speedway in Concord, N.C., in May. Kyle Busch and Edwards opened the 2008 season intent on knocking Jimmie Johnson from the top of NASCAR. Now NACRS teams are feeling the pressure of a downturned economy and are cutting back on team expenditures. E-mail: Year in school: Hometown: CWS CHARGER LOWE'S MICROLAR 55 8. Illinois at Northwestern 1) Only KU students are eligible. 10. Washington at Washington State 1) Only KO students are eligible. 2) Give your name, e-mail, year in school and hometown. 3) Beat the Kansan's best prognosticator and get your name in the paper. 4) Beat all your peers and get your picture and picks in the paper next to the Kansan staff. 5) To break ties, pick the score of the designated game. Submit your picks either to KickTheKansan@kansan.com or to the Kansan business office, located at the West side of Stauffer-Flint Hall, which is between Wescoe Hall and Watson Library. ASSOCIATED PRESS NASCAR Teams cut staffs to tighten budgets BY JENNA FRYER ASSOCIATED PRESS CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Kyle Busch and Carl Edwards opened the 2008 season intent on knocking Jimmie Johnson from the top of NASCAR. They chased him all year, but never quite caught him. The season ended just days ago, but NASCAR teams are in the midst of mass layoffs because the crisis has forced car owners to tighten their belts. The staff reductions have creeped toward the top teams and crippled the smaller organizations. Despite a combined 17 Sprint Cup Series victories, the challengers came up short in the end when Johnson won his record-tying third consecutive championship. All three NASCAR super teams have reduced their staffs to trim their hefty budgets. Bill Davis Racing is down to just a handful of employees as it seeks 2009 sponsorship, and Michael Waltrip Racing joined It's a celebratory conclusion to another long season, one that started with the usual hope and anticipation only to end shrouded in the uneasiness of the economic crisis. "Obviously, it's very difficult ... on our whole industry," said NASCAR chairman Brian France. "But we will come out of this." 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Kansas football was once such a joke, that the winning six games in a season would have been considered a monumental success. 1987 was such a year. 1967 was such a year. The date was Nov. 7. The opponent; the Kansas State Wildcats. The scene: Manhattan. The records? About that... Kansas came in to the game an astonishing 1-7. Not be outdone, Kansas State faced their cross-state rival at 0-8. National press dubbed the game the toilet bowl. And boy, did it ever live down to expectations. Eight turnovers and one botched field goal later, and the game ended in a 17-17 tie. Now, Kansas football isn't the most tradition-rich program; BY ALEX BEECHER abeecher@kansan.com Sure, there's Gale Sayers and John Riggins, and even last year's Orange Bowl team. But generally, the Jayhawks have not fared well on the gridiron. Thus many of the great achievements KU football fans can treasure are, well, less than great. Unfortunately, one of Kansas' long standing efforts of football futility is about to be challenged. The 1987 edition of the Governor's Cup may be supplanted, or at least matched, by the 2008 edition of the Apple Cup as the most woeful interstate rivalry game of all time. Washington is the lone remaining winless team in college football's top division. They're minus their quarterback jake Locker, and minus a head coach. The real strength of the Huskies is their defense, though. It comes in ranked as the 116th best unit in all of college football. That's their strength, because their offense The Apple Cup, for those who don't know, pits the Huskies of Washington against the Cougars of Washington State. And make no mistake about it, both teams are the pits this year. is ranked 117. But, truth be told, Washington is a little better than their record might indicate. They should have beaten BYU, and could have mustered wins over Stanford and Arizona State. But that's little consolation for a fan base that saw a national championship in 1991. Then there's Washington State. The Cougars, if it's possible, are even worse than their record. Like the 1987 Jayhawks, Wazzu's only win came over a lower division opponent. Unfortunately, a victory over Portland State didn't instill Washington State's players with the confidence they needed to navigate a mediocre Pac 10 schedule. Arizona and Stanford, who are less than juggernauts, defeated Wazzy by a combined total of 83-42. USC probably could have done worse than that themselves, but Pete Carroll called off his Trojans after they had amassed a 56-0 advantage. But maybe this can all be chalked up to poor preparation. After all, the scout team quarterback is some guy named Peter Roberts who made the team via an open tryout held a few weeks into the season. Thus the stage is set. The teams are ready, and sufficiently terrible. 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Jerry Jones would not reveal any conditions the commissioner may have imposed and the league office said it would not have any immediate comment. However, Robinson, said, "He knows what he has to do. It's very clear." "He's a long way, a long way from having clear sailing," Jerry Jones said. Adam Jones was suspended from the entire 2007 season because of multiple incidents while with the Tennessee Titans. Over the offseason, he was traded to Dallas and then given another chance by Goodell. The Cowboys gave him a security team to help keep him in line, but on Oct. 7, Jones got into an alcohol- related scuffe with one of the bodyguards during a private party at a Dallas hotel. Jones spent part of his time away undergoing alcohol rehabilitation. "He has demonstrated some decision-making." Robinson said. "He's comfortable making decisions for himself" Robinson said the alcohol therapy was "something he needed to do." 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Royals obtain leadoff hitter, trade reliever to Red Sox BY JOHN MARSHALL ASSOCIATED PRESS KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Royals picked up the leadoff hitter they had been seeking, acquiring center fielder Coco Crisp from the Boston Red Sox for reliever Ramon Ramirez on Wednesday K an s a s City was 12th among 14 AL teams in runs last season and added power last month, obtaining first baseman Mike Jacobs from Florida. "He played through injuries. He played hard." The switch-hitting Crisp gives the Royals speed at the top of the lineup and a superb defender in center field who has World Series experience. The 29-year-old was the subject of trade rumors for much of last season following the emergence of rookie Jacoby Ellsbury. "The speed aspect of it was very important," Royals general manager Dayton Moore said. "I've talked many times about the importance of a balanced lineup, speed at the top and the bottom, and Coco certainly gives us that." The two split time in center, with Crisp hitting .283 with seven homers and 41 RBIs in 98 games. He also stole 20 bases in 27 attempts, the third straight season he reached the 20-stalk mark. THEO EPSTEIN Red Sox gerneral manager lion club option for 2010 with a $500,000 buyout. Ellsbury hit .280 with nine homers and 47 RBIs last season, proving to the Red Sox that he's ready to be an everyday player. Boston also gains financial savings by trading Crisp, who's due to make $5.75 million next season in a deal that includes an $8 mil- "He played through injuries. He played hard," Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein said of Crisp. "With the emergence of Jacoby Ellsbury, we felt like we would be able to find a (backup) outfielder on the market easier than we would find we wounded a valuable member of the bullpen." The Royals got Ramirez, a 27-year-old righty, in a trade with Colorado before last sea. son. They were so impressed with his stuff that they projected him to be their closer. With a fastball that reaches the mid-90s mph, Ramirez is a power pitcher who seems suited for the late innings. He was one of the primary setup men for closer Joakim Soria and flourished in that spot, going 3-2 with a 2.64 ERA and 70 strikeouts in 71 2-3 innings. Masterson was 6-5 with a 3.16 ERA in 36 games as a rookie last season — 4-3 with a 3.67 ERA in nine starts. As a reliever, he was 2-2 with a 2.36 ERA and worked nine postseason games with a 1.86 ERA and no decisions. Ramirez figures to play a setup role for closer Jonathan Papelbon and could send Justin Masterson back to the rotation, where he feels more comfortable. "He's very quietly had a tremendous amount of success in the major leagues over the last 2½ years," Epstein said. ("He) gives us the flexibility to start Masterson," Epstein said. "Ramirez potentially could replace Masterson in the 'pen." Boston traded for Crisp after his breakout season — 333,15 homers, 69 RBIs — with Cleveland in 2005. But a broken finger derailed Crisp's first year in Boston and Epstein said his offense never fully recovered. Crisp has always been a superb fielder and picked up his offence the last half of 2008, hitting .315. He also hit .417 (10-for-24) in the playoffs, driving in the tying run in the eighth inning to complete Boston's comeback from a 7-0 deficit in Game 5 of the AL championship series against Tampa Bay. "I play hard and pretty much stay within myself," said Crisp, a career .280 hitter. "I know what I can and cannot do, and with that I think it makes me a pretty good ballplayer. And to help the team, besides stepping on the field, I can hopefully bring a presence into the clubhouse that will help us win, the attitude of winning." Epstein said the Red Sox hope to replace Crisp with a right-handed fourth outfielder who can play center. He probably will look outside the organization. The addition of Crisp could signify more moves for the Royals, as well. Crisp is expected to be the starter in center and Jose Guillen, the highest-paid player in franchise history, is locked in at right. That means Kansas City will have to find a way to get enough playing time for David Dejesus and Mark Teahen. "I think it's safe to assume there's possible changes, but if we have to begin the season with the core group we finished the season with, it can be managed easily," Moore said. The loss of Ramirez also creates a hole in the middle of the bullpen that will likely need to be filled from outside the organization. BEST PRICES IN TOWN Alvin's Wine & Spirits TWO GREAT LOCATIONS 9th & Iowa 842-1473 6th & Montery 832-1860 Open 10am-11pm SHOP WITH A NAME YOU CAN TRUST! BY RALPH D. RUSSO ASSOCIATED PRESS Alvin's Wine & Spirits Economic woes endanger second-tier postseason bowls NEW YORK — After years of relentless expansion, college football's nearly monthlong holiday party — the bowl season — finally seems to have maxed out. BEST PRICES Alvin's Wine & Spirits There are a lot of second-tier bowls to choose from. Those involved in the bowl business say that, with the national economy flailing, events which are as much about tourism and corporate sponsorship as football now are staring at a set of challenges that will level off the number of second-tier bowls if not reduce them. "We're talking about disposable income and that's drying up as fast as water in the desert," said Paul Hoolahan, chairman of the Football Bowl Association and CEO of the Sugar Bowl. Licenses may be harder to get when money is sparse ASSOCIATED PRESS Workers pause to study their work as they paint the logo for the BCS Championship football game on the field at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans in January. The seemingly endless ender of college bowl games might finally be maxed out. With the economy flailing, a business that combines tourism, college football and corporate sponsors is not likely to expand. BCS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP COLLEGE FOOTBALL The bowl roster now stands at 34, giving 68 teams the opportunity to play a nationally televised game and be pampered by host the community. That's more than half of the 119 schools playing college football at its highest level. The NCAA has been liberally licensing new bowls in recent years. Since 2002, 11 new bowl games have been established, while only three have closed up shop. Two games will debut this season, the EagleBank Bowl in Washington D.C., and the St. Petersburg Bowl in central Florida. To get a license, organizers need a stadium, sponsorship, an agreement with two major college football conferences to put teams in the game and a network willing to televise the show. People in the industry suspect that getting licensed and keeping that license will be tougher because of the economic crisis. "As they are evaluated on an annual basis, I think a stricter criteria would probably be implemented to establish the fiscal viability of the business model," Hoolahan said. "That's the reason we do a bowl game," said Scott Ramsey, executive director of the Music City Bowl in Nashville. "We want people to come to Nashville and spend money and to get 3½ hours of television time for our sponsors and city." Hoolahan runs a game with little to worry about. The Sugar Bowl is part of the Bowl Championship Series, along with the Rose. Ramsey said he was seeing In other we enough money to pull this off? "We're talking about disposable income and that's drying up as fast as water in the desert." PAUL HOOLAHAN CEO of the Sugar Bowl The Sugar and the other BCS games pay about $17 million to each participating team, and the school splits that money with the rest of its conference. With all that TV money, plus insurance giant Allstate as the title sponsor, the Sugar Bowl will have no problem paying its bills. Holahan expects another sellout crowd — or close to it — at the 72,000-seat Superdome on Jan. 2. Bowls attract thousands of fans/tourists and media members, who fill hotels and restaurants and boost local businesses. Whether they'll be as big a financial bonanza this year is uncertain. Orange and Fiesta bowls, and the national championship game. ESPN agreed this week to a pay the BCS $125 million per year over four years, starting in 2010, to televise its games, excluding the Rose Bowl, which has its own lucrative TV deal. That's up about $40 million a year from the current deal the BCS has with Fox. on the hook for between 10,000 and 15,000 tickets. While the numbers vary, every school that plays in a bowl is obliged to buy tickets and do its best to get them in the hands of its fans. Ramsey said the Music City Bowl is already close to its local ticket sales target. an uptick in local ticket sales. Usually, the Music City Bowl's goal is to sell about 20,000 tickets locally, before a matchup is set in early December. Each team is "I don't know if that's more people staying home for the holidays and we're creating a local option for fans." Ramsey speculated. Ramsey said the Music City Bowl builds its budget around 55,000-57,000 tickets sold to LP Field, which seats 67,000. So it, like many second-tier games, doesn't need a sellout to meet its financial needs. "We need to raise $5-$5.1 million to break even," said Ramsey, who has also served as the Football Bowl Association chairman. For the majority of bowl games, breaking even is the goal, Ramsey said. 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But now the Red Raiders must win once more to solidify their ranking, and this mammoth match-up doesn't take place in west Texas. On Saturday, coach Mike Leach's team travels to Norman to face coach Bob Stoops' Sooners in the biggest game of the week and the most important game left for each squad. An Oklahoma win would create a three-team logjam with Texas at the top of the Big 12 South. A Tech win means it only has to beat Baylor and Missouri to play in the national championship. That's a nice idea for Leach,but to make it happen his team must end the nation's longest home winning streak and beat Stoops at Owen Field for just the third time in his career. Asked about his stellar home record, Stoops focused the attention on his team, rather than the fans. "I think maybe just our overall focus and play are the biggest reasons," Stoops said. "I don't think we've ever been known to have an overly ruckus crowd." The comment caused a mild ruckus among OU fans, but nothing Stoops could say would deter Sooner fans from turning out in drove or cheering wildly. Leach said it's hard to argue with Oklahoma's numbers at home, but like Stoops he'd prefer to focus on the players. One player, in particular. Leach recruited Sooner quarterback Sam Bradford out of high school and said he's not surprised by his success. "He was a really nice individual that I was impressed with," Leach said. "It's good to see him do well." Bradford's numbers suggest he's doing more than well — 3,406 yards, 38 touchdowns — but so is Tech gunslinger Graham Harrell. His 4,076 passing yards lead the nation. That's just another layer on this epic Saturday night clash. Barring a disastrous game from both quarterbacks, the winner will lead the race for the Heisman trophy. According to most college football Web sites, Harrell has led the way since defeating Texas three weeks ago. However, Harrell and Bradford's numbers are so similarly spectacular that a head-to-head victory will carry the most clout. If that's not enough, consider the revenge factor. Last season Oklahoma had a chance to reach the national championship game until a stop in Lubbock derailed those plans. Before this season the Red Raiders were used to that spoiler role (always a bridesmaid) but now they're the ones sitting on top. Texas Tech looked tremendous in the driver's seat against Oklahoma State, but now the car is heading north to a hostile — though apparently not ruckus — stadium in Norman. One more revenge factor? Bradford was knocked out of last year's loss. "Knowing that I wasn't able to be out there just competing with all my teammates and wasn't able to finish the game is really frustrating." Bradford said on College GameDay last week. "It kind of puts a sour taste in my mouth." The fun begins when the titans take the field at 7 p.m. Saturday on ABC. — Edited by Scott R. Toland COMMENTARY (CONTINUED FROM 1B) cant to the scope of a company's marketing budget. Tournament of Roses Chief Executive Mitch Dorger has lost little sleep regarding the state of the Rose Bowl despite almost daily depressing news from the game's sponsor, Citi. The New York-based financial services company's stock price has dropped more than 75 percent in the past year and the company announced earlier this week that it intends to cut approximately 53,000 jobs, or about 20 percent of its workforce. Citi remains locked in a multi-year deal as the Rose Bowl's sponsor. Multi-year contracts protect both parties but do not prevent a sponsor from backing out should trouble occur. Dorger said he had seen that happen in his dealings with the Tournament of Roses parade. "Not this year, but in the past, we have seen a long-term sponsor's business change rapidly to the point where they come to us and tell us they can't do this anymore," Dorger said. Companies backing out of sponsorship commitment is always a possibility, Dorger said, but the attraction of college and major sporting events remains powerful. "Through sports, sponsors gain a powerful emotional attachment and can attract business to their company," Dorger said. "Especially when the game is a beloved event in the community." The wrangling in Congress will continue. Banks and other firms will likely suffer for some time as our leaders scramble to find an answer. And in an economic age where the only thing certain is uncertainty, perhaps sporting events such as the nearing bowl season and their marketing are the exception. If our luck runs out, our tickets will likely have to be fried from our cold, dead, poverty-striken hands. Edited by Becka Cremer MEN'S BASKETBALL (CONTINUED FROM 1B) Collins got the message. He didn't hold it against Self for calling him out. Collins said he deserved it. Less than a month later, Self's comments about Collins changed to phrases such as "model citizen" and "great leader." become the leader the Jayhawks needed. Collins worked hard to regain his standing with Self. Now, he's not only at the weight he wants to be — 200 pounds — but also in the mind-set he wants to be. "I'm 100 percent fine," Collins said. "Nothing is bothering me. I'm good." ... Collins would frown. If he played poorly in practice or struggled in a game, Collins found it easy to get down on himself during his first two years at Kansas. But veteran Kansas guards Russell Robinson and Mario Chalmers would always help him through it. Collins is using their example and applying it to his situation this season. "Last year, I was the one asking all the questions," Collins said. "Now, I'm answering them all." Self says he has to be tougher on this year's team, which is filled with seven newcomers, so they understand the expectations. Collins has developed a knack for spotting young players who are disappointed after a rough practice. Championship for reference. Collins always makes sure to pull them aside and tell them it's for the better in the long run. He reminds them of the benefits. He points to last year's National "These new guys don't know everything yet," Collins said. "Sometimes, I have to tell them what it be. That's my job, to make sure everyone is on the same page." When Collins himself makes a bad play or a mistake in practice, he responds the way he wants his teammates to. "He doesn't let it seem like it gets to him." Travis Releford, freshman guard, said. But Collins provides far more than practice support to his teammates. When freshman forward Markieff Morris was nervous before the first game, Collins calmed him down. He encouraged junior college transfer guard Tyrone Appleton while he recovered from a hip flexor injury. Collins has become inseparable from freshman guard Tyshawn Taylor and considers him a "brother." Collins spends time specifically with Taylor helping to improve his game. "He's been through it," Taylor said. "When I'm frustrated a little bit, he talks me through it a lot. He helps me a lot." --on Monday. "It will just be what the trainer thinks. We'll kind of go day-to-day with them. But they have not practiced." During the first two games of the season, Collins looked just as much like an orchestra director as a point guard on the floor. His arms flailed in different directions to tell his teammates where to go on the court. Collins yelled out instructions. He even ran over to defend sophomore guard Tyrel Reed after a Florida Gulf Coast player intentionally fouled Reed by pulling him down The two games served as an illustration of how much Collins' teammates mean to him. It's just as clear how much Collins means to them. "He's the best point guard in the country," Brady Morningstar, sophomore guard, said. They all believe in him. They all think Collins is the one who can lead Kansas to the top of the college basketball world. Even Self. The coach who doubted Collins' leadership ability three months ago now describes the upcoming Kansas season as "Sherron's Show." Self said Collins could take up to 20 shots per game. "I don't know about the 20 shots a game thing." Collins said. "But I'm glad he gives me the freedom to go get a shot anytime I want to or go get something going." Collins took 11 and 14 shots in the first two games, respectively. It worked because it was all the Jayhawks needed. When Kansas needs Collins to be more aggressive offensively, he says it won't be problem. Collins has no problem taking the majority of the shots. It's what Self wants him to do, which greatly contrasts with what Kansas teams have done in the past. "It's been a different guy every night." Self said. "Now more than ever, if Sherron doesn't play good, there's a better chance of us not looking good." So far, Self hasn't had to worry about that. Collins' smile tells the whole story. — Edited by Kelsey Hayes FOOTBALL (CONTINUED FROM 1B) Kansas would have a tough time defeating No.12 Missouri with the two on the field, meaning having to play without them would make it a much tougher challenge. Sharp has rushed for 748 yards and 10 touchdowns and is the second leading rusher in the Big 12 in conference play. Meier has a team high 73 receptions for 826 yards and five touchdowns. He is a finalist for the Bilentnikoff Award, given to the nation's top receiver, but probably will lose out to Texas Tech's Michael Grabtree. A status update on the two won't be available until Monday, when Mangino makes his weekly appearance on the coaches Teleconference. — Edited by Scott R. Toland THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN THE SEARCH FOR THE SHIRT CONTINUES... 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Not with any other offer or insurance discount, includes limited prescriptions and less gifts. Other expires 12/28/1988. November 20,2008 --- CALENDAR thursday, nov.20 Film: The Day After, 25th anniversary showing. Liberty Hall, 7 p.m., all ages, FREE. University Dance Company. Lied Center, 7:30 p.m., all ages, $7-$10. Josephine Collective/ Jonas Sees in Color/ The Sailor Sequence. The Granada, 8 p.m., all ages.$2. www.myspace.com/ thesailorsequence. Film: The Dark Knight. Kansas Union, Woodruff Auditorium, 8 p.m., all ages, $2, www.suaevents.com. Pert Near Sandstone/ Miss Alison Olassa and Co. Replay Lounge. 10 p.m., 21+,$3, www. pertearsandstone.com. The Floozes/GEM. The Jazzhaus, 10 p.m. 21+, $3.10 p.m., 21+, $3. friday, nov. 21 Job for a Cowboy/All Shall Perish/Animosity/ Annotation of Autopsy. The Bottleneck, 7 p.m., all ages, $14-$15, www.myspace.com/ jobforcowboy. Tech N9ne. Uptown Theater, 7 p.m., all ages, $30. where.thetech9ne.com Nine Inch Nails. Missou Arena, 7:30 p.m., all ages, $29.75; $46.75. "Those People Improv." The Granada, 8 p.m., 18+, $2. Film: The Dark Knight. Kansas Union, Woodruff Auditorium. 8 p.m., all ages, $2, www.suaevents.com Vick Chesnutt/Eif Power/Ghosty. The jackpot, 9 p.m., 18+,$12 Boo and Boo Too/Coat Party/I Love You. Replay Lounge, 10 p.m., all ages, $2 saturday,nov.22 Mudvayne/10 Years/ Snot: Uptown Theater, 7 p.m., all ages, $29.50. Rick Springfield. Midland Theatre, 7 p.m., all ages, $37-$79. www.rickspringfield.com Film: The Dark Knight. Kansas Union, Woodruff Auditorium. B p.m., all ages. $2. swww.events.com Marc Broussard/The Gabe Dixon Band/Josh Hoge. The Bottleneck, 9 p.m., all ages, $16. American Catastrophe/ The Expansiones/ Celandine. Davey's Uptown, 9 p.m., 21+, $10, www.myspace. com/amcat. The Roseline/Midwest Dilemma/Hawley. The jackpot, 9 p.m., all ages, $16. Red Lefty/The F Holes. The Jazzhaus, 10 p.m., 21+,$4. Punch Bros./Chris Thile. The Granada, 7 p.m. all ages, $18. sunday, nov. 23 Fabulous Freddie and The Doo Woops. Knuckleheads, 7 p.m., 21+,$5. Soullfy/Bleed the Sky/ Devasation/Incite/ Moire. The Beamount Club. 7:30 p.m., all ages, $22, www myspace.com/bleedthesky. monday, nov. 24 Smashing Pumpkins. Midland Theater, 7 p.m. all ages, $49.50, www. smashingpumpkins.com. Escape the Fate/Skylit Drive/Snake Eater. The Beaumont Club, 7:30 p.m., all ages, $13. Graham Colton/Michael Tolcher. The Bottleneck, 8 p.m., all ages, $9-$11, www.grahamcolton.com. tuesday, nov. 25 Smashing Pumpkins. Midland Theatre, 7 p.m., all ages, $49.50, www.smashingpumpkins.com. Tuesday Nite Swing. Kansas Union, Kansas Room, 8 p.m., all ages, FREE. Melek Taus Ensemble. Signs of Life, 8 p.m., all ages. FREE. www.signsOfLifebooks.com wednesday, nov.26 Lawrence ArtWalk 2008. Downtown Lawrence, 12 p.m., all ages, FREE. Willie Nelson/Billy Bob Thornton and the Boxmasters. Midland Theatre, 8 p.m., all ages, $35-100, www.willenelson.com. Sebastien Grainger/ Josh Reichman Oracle Band. Replay Lounge, 10 p.m., 21+,$3. venues Davey's Uptown 3402 Main St. Kansas City.Mo. (816)753-1909 Knuckleheads Midland Theatre Ankolehendae 2719 Rochester St. Kansas City, Mo. (816) 431-1456 Midland Theatre 1228 Main St. Kansas City, Mo. (816) 471-8600 Mizzou Arena 600 E. Stadium Blvd. Columbia, Mo. (573) 825-6501 Signs of Life 722 Massachusetts St. (785) 830-8030 Uptown Theater 3700 Broadway St. Kansas City, Mo. (816) 753-8665 PARKER editor's note As titlating as Brittney Spears made the school uniform look seem, after wearing a plaid skirt and a white polo to school every day for the entirety of my pre-college education, I can testify that school uniforms are nothing worth dancing in a hallway about. Dictated duds did have their perks, though. I didn't have to anguish every morning over what to wear, or worry that my outfit wasn't as cool as what the girl with the locker next to mine was wearing. But in the sea of sameness that was my high school, I ached to stand out from my fellow plaid-clad counterparts. To do so, I found myself buying obnoxious hot pink jewelry gaudy headins in every color and neon Nikes. I thought coming to the University would at last provide sweet liberation from the monotony of school uniforms. But college only presented a new problem: I had no idea how to dress. It was a strange feeling, waking up at 18 and realizing you don't know how to put yourself together. Not only did I now face the daunting task of having my clothes up to my discretion seven days a week, but I had no money to spend on upgrading my wardrobe from its hot-pink-jewelry-and-neon-Nike site. I pinned for a North Face jacket, pastel Lacoste polos, a Dooney & Bourke handbag, a "Vote For Pedro" shirt—all the hot fashionls I spotted freshman year while nomming on noodle salad in Oliver dining hall. But having no money to spend on new clothes taught me to be resourceful. I found a treasure trove of vintage shirts in my basement that had belonged to my mom. I also realized that every store has a clearance rack and, if perused at the right moment, a clearance rack can provide all the clothes your inner fashion maven desires. Check out Nina's story on page 4 about how to keep yourself fashionable on a budget, and how being a "recessionist" is becoming a new trend in itself. My tentative triumph over my once-barren closet showed me that being fashionable doesn't have to mean spending lots of dough, or being a cookie-cutter replica of everyone else. Case in point: A few weeks ago, I decided to resurrect that plaid skirt from my school uniform days. 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But Hall thought the clothes in the article scored low on the classiness scale, so she created her own "Fall Bailout Package" on her blog, therecessionista.blogspot.com. The site features Hall's picks for low-budget spenders looking for a professional look. "I thought the Vera Wang collection at Kohl's was a better choice for a recessionista who wants to be taken seriously," Hall says. "I wanted to share my ideas with other people looking for the same look." Banana Republic Tips for staying fabulous on a budget • Ditch the junk. If you're dedicated to fashion, skip the tanning, pedicures and massages that are depleting your bank account. Orange skin takes the attention away from your fabulous clothes, pedicures chip and massages are for old, rich people with too much time. If you want to be a recessionista, you have to have some discipline. • Have happy hour at your place. If you want to save some money, give a few drinks at your friends before you hit the door. Drinks can add up, so be more than two to three hours. "I look at high-fashion magazines for ideas and then shop at cheap stores that sell similar styles for less," Ziskind says. The key to shopping at a thrift store is having an idea about what you want before you go, and the recessionista has a knack for Alex Ziskind, Chicago senior, found her Michael Kors down jacket for $66 at TJ Maxx, 3106 Iowa St. For college students looking for cheap but chic clothing, Hall suggests Target's GO collection for dresses, TJ Maxx for cheap designer duds and H&M for classic pieces with great designs. Chiles says he started shopping at thrift shops because he collects obscure T-shirts that couldn't be found in mainstream department stores. Many recessionistas trade their unwanted clothes for store credit or cash at places like Wild Man Vintage, 939 Massachusetts St. Owner Phil Chiles says he looks for clothing that is well made and timeless when buying vintage goods. Photo illustration by Allison Richardson - Swap clothes. Trading clothes with your parents, siblings and friends is a great way to score new stuff and get rid of what you no longer want at no extra charge. - Get thrifty. Some really cool stuff can be found at flea markets, garage sales, on Craigslist, eBay and Freecley, with prices so low it's almost stealing. Michaela Bowman, Duluth, Minn., senior, compares similar clothing items she bought from Banana Republic and Wal-Mart. The entire outfit Bowman is wearing, including her shoes, came from her mother's closet, proving you don't need to spend a dime to achieve a classic and trendy look. - Skip the latte. Make coffee at home instead of running to a coffee shop for an overpriced latte. Michaela Bowman, Duluth, Minn., senior; says she makes a list of things she wants sifting through all the junk to eventually find a fashion gem. before she goes into a thrift store. "Therift store shopping does take a lot of patience," Bowman says. "If you go in knowing what you want, you can focus and find some really quality things." Bowman also trades clothing with her mother to save money. She says it's a cheaper alternative to buying vintage clothes while still pulling off the vintage look. Another thrift store for recessionistas to peruse is Arizona Trading Co., 734 Massachusetts St. which buys and sells a variety of vintage apparel. When Tim Flattery, Onanga junior, needed a shirt for his 21st birthday, he went to Arizona Trading Co. to look for an inexpensive T-shirt to match his big purchase: a pair of Levi's from Urban Outfitters. "I wanted to find a great shirt to balance out the expensive jeans, but I was running low on money." Flatterty says. "I stopped by ATC and found a T-shirt with a V-neck in my 4 November 20,2008 NOTICE CORREA Photo illustration by Allison Richardson Bowman bought her purse at Arizona Trading Co., 734 Massachusetts St. The thrift store buys and sells vintage apparel. favorite color: orange." Recessionistas are also selling and buying clothing on eBay to stay within a reasonable budget. Brian Sears, Lawrence senior, says eBay is his means of staying fashion-forward in the current world market, because there is more to choose from there than there is in Kansas City or Lawrence stores. "I once found a pair of vintage Harley Davidson shoes that were modeled after Nike Dunks from the 1980s," Sears says. "They were pretty out there, but I sold them on eBay for $50." Tons of vintage kicks and designer threads can be found on eBay for recessionistas dedicated to saving money. It's yet another way for fashion-driven shoppers to maintain their trendy styles. These shoppers are smart and savvy in our down economy. Some scour the pages of Vogue, Elle and GQ and keep up on trends while looking for cheaper alternatives that can be found at vintage shops and stores that offer designer looks at a discount. You, too, can look like a million bucks without spending a million just by changing the way you shop. THE DAMAGE A DUI DOES: -Fines up to $2,500 - An arrest, diversion, or conviction for a Kansas DUI can NEVER be expunged. A DUI IS FOREVER! LSS LEGAL SERVICES FOR STUDENTS 312 Burge Union • 864-5665 • Jo Hardesty, Director STUDENT SENATE CONTRIBUTING TO STUDENT SUCCESS LSS LEGAL SERVICES FOR STUDENTS 312 Burge Union • 864-5665 • Jo Hardesty, Director THE PHOGGY DOG BAR & GRILL 22nd & Iowa PHOGGY DOG'S 4th Birthday Bash Party All Weekend Long! 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With her warm vocals, longing lyrics and fusion of pop,jazz and folk sounds,the 24-year-old musician could be at home in both a smoky pub or a ritzy concert hall. While in town last Friday to perform at the Bottleneck, Baylin chatted with Jayplay about fashion, music and her Jayhawk connections. Q: How has Lawrence treated you? A:This is my first time in Lawrence, and I've been told this is the only real place in Kansas to be. I went to a little cafe, and I went to Pachamama's and Richard's Music, where I almost bought a new guitar. It's been a great time. Q: Had you heard of the University of Kansas before? A: My friend Marc Scrivo graduated from KU, and he's who I wrote my first song with. And didn't your basketball team win the championship last year? I remember it was a crazy shot at the end! I was watching and I almost cried. It was so moving. It was like watching a sports movie. I'm a fan. Q: We have an article in this week's issue about how to be fashionable on a budget. What's your advice, and what's on your fashion radar at the moment? A: As long as you have some good shoes, you can wear a basic cotton T-shirt and a cardigan, and if your shoes are rockin', it just pulls it off. And it helps if you have the right accessories. Jewelry makes a big difference. Lately, I've been wearing a lot of stuff from Elizabeth and James. It's the Olsen twins' new line. I normally wouldn't say I wear that, but this line is actually really beautiful. Q: Our feature story this week is on emotional eating. What's your favorite comfort food? A: Sushi. I have an application on my iPhone called Urban Spoon, and it has saved my life. It lets me find the best sushi in whatever city I'm in. PETER LARKIN Photo by Reid Rolls Jessie Baylin is on tour with Matt Nathanson, and made a stop in Lawrence Nov. 14. Q: What has been your most embarrassing moment? A: When I was in seventh grade and I was doing my speech to run for vice president, my fly was down. I had stretch jeans on, so it was wide open. I'm still self-conscious about my fly being down after that. I had silky red underwear on, and to this day I don't own silky red underwear. I've also tripped on wires on stage, which is pretty embarrassing. Q: If you could be anyone for a day, who would you be? A: I'd love to be a pro surfer. I'm so scared of being in the water because I'm terrified of sharks. But I know how amazing that would be to ride a massive wave the size of a mountain. There's no way I would ever do something like that myself. Q: Who was your first rock star crush? A: I should just say my fiancée [Nathan Followill]. He's the drummer for Kings of Leon. He's my crush for life. But my first crush was probably Tom Petty. I wanted to make him his boyfriend. I saw his video with the Alice in Wonderland theme, and there was just something cute about him. And I really liked his music. I saw him in concert a couple years ago, and the crush totally came right back. Q: What was the first album you ever bought? A: After I got my little cassette player, the first thing I bought was Nirvana's In Utero and Smashing Pumpkins' Siamese Dream. I got those two on the same day, and they really changed me. I was in fourth grade. I was hardcore, I guess. But then I also bought Ace of Base the next day. —Megan Hirt 6 November 20,2008 NOTICE Transatlantic Fall fashions, part 1 You may wonder how I could squeeze an entire clothing season into two columns, but alas, my readers, a two-part fall fashion miniseries awaits you. I would bet my new pair of boots—134 euro, if you need to know—that you already know enough about the basics: sweaters, boots and colors. But it's the subtle European nuances that you might be unaware of. The first order of business is to understand the importance of having a lightweight trench coat in your wardrobe.The beauty of the trench is that it's a multiseasonal piece. A trench is essential for the mid-temperature months between winter and spring, and is also an asset for any chilly April shower that may pop up. The trench isn't necessarily unpopular in Lawrence or the United States, but what I've noticed in the four falls I've C spent in Jayhawk coun-try is an overabun-dance of clunky wool peacoats and waist-length, poly-ester mini-trench- es, both of which By Chris Horn chorn@kansan.com are adequate, but deserve an upgrade. Cotton should be the key material of your trench. The natural fiber is heavier than polyester, and cotton's greater density makes it a warmer option. In terms of style, look for a trench that sits just above the knee and is tailored in a slim fit. This gives the body a nice line that creates an illusion of height. Color options are endless, so let your personality dictate which color suits your lifestyle or look. If you have a flashier wardrobe, go for a brightly colored trench in yellow, green or red.If you prefer a more classical look, it's best to stick with the basic khaki, navy or black trench. Note: Do remember that mythical color restraints-black versus brown, for example—definitely do not pertain to your coat. Tailoring is key, so if you find yourself lost in a hoard of oversized coats, simply find a trench that works with your style and budget, purchase it and send it to a tailor for alterations. Prices may vary, but from my experience, tailoring a coat should cost about $30. Coats are an important investment, and your trench shouldn't be an exception. A new trench will last for years and will always stay in style. Burberry has been around since 1856, and its iconic trench is still a mainstay on the racks. God knows it was the piece I looked to for guidance when I purchased my Zara knock-off last year. Mother Nature gave us a fashion hint when she decided to change the color of the leaves every fall. The season offers the best time to alter your style, and what better way to make that change than by adding a European-inspired trench coat to your fall ensemble? Next issue: scarves WESCOEWIT Geology TA 1! I've never been to a Halloween party with so many great costumes. Geology TA 2: Yeah. I was surprised there were no geology costumes, though. Geology TA 1: Wade was going to be slutty granite, but he chickened out. Guy I: I've heard Angelina Jolie is a huge bitch. **Guy 2:** The meanest celebrity I ever met was Andrew Dice Clay. **Guy 1:** (pause) Honestly, I have no idea who that is. Girl: (to guy friend) I thought of you the other day. I saw a cactus shaped like a penis. I thought of us. Guy: I want a Pikachu tramp stamp. Girl: Some guy at Wal-Mart tried to hit on me. And then I saw he had diapers in his shopping cart, and I was like,"You're clearly a baby daddy" Guy: You don't know that. Maybe those were his diapers. **Guy 1:** I'm making a movie this weekend and I need your help. **Guy 2:** Oh yeah? What can I do? **Guy 3:** Give me $150. Guy: The best thing about B.B. King is that he's got, like, 22 kids—all of them illegitimate—but he's been married seven times. Think about that for a second. Guy I: Haitian Bleu coffee sounds really yummy. **Guy I:** You invented something called a "meat boat?" Guy 2! Even Haitian boat people know better than Taster's Choice. Girl: I voted for Obama because he's the one I want to see on TV comforting us when zombies take over the world. Guy 21 Yeah, it's a hot dog wrapped in chili wrapped in a tortilla. But the problem with the "meat boat" is that there are never enough toilets. **Guy:** Leftovers are for pussies. **Girl:** That's what my grandma says. **Guy 1:** Stevie Ray Vaughn has to be the best Austin City Limits act ever. **Guy 2:** Oh yeah, he's completely coked-out and just pouring sweat. **Guy 1:** With a look on his face like he's smelling the worst fart ever. **Guy 1:** I've got this new book that would take all my Libertarian friends to task. **Guy 2:** Wait, you have more than one Libertarian friend? **Guy 1:** Oh yeah. Brian's a Libertarian. **Guy 2:** Brian's not a Libertarian. Brian's just a selfish prick. Girl: I love finding out people are gay. It's my favorite thing in the whole world. Girl: (on phone) I'm just telling you, I can't drink with you on Tuesdays anymore... Because my mom said she'd kill me if I get a B in aerobics. Guy: I want a mustache like that. It's like two caterpillars fighting. Girl 1: What are you going to wear tonight? Girl 2: A shirt that says, "Will have sex for free." **Guy:** (listening to Nelly's "Country Grammar") I think this is the first song I ever threw up a gang sign to. —Matt Bechtold Want Kansas vs. Missouri tickets? Bring in this raffle ticket! Name: ___ Phone: ___ WE HAVE CARRY-SORT! 2520 S. Iowa Applebee's 705-632-8338 November 20,2008 7 NOTICE Thanksgiving perspectives Bridging the gap Students from Haskell discuss Native American perspectives of Thanksgiving Vronie C Haskell senior Nathan Taylor explains Native American perspectives on Thanksgiving in a classroom on the campus of Haskell Indian Nations University. Photo by Julianne Kueffer By Matt Bechtold mbechtold@kansan.com Grandma's home cooking, catching up with family, football games and full-blown food-induced comas. These are the things that normally come to mind when many of us think of Thanksgiving Day. But students at Lawrence's Haskell Indian Nations University have a much more somber view of this holiday. It's easy to argue that Thanksgiving Day has lost much of its original meaning. Today, it's little more than an excuse to gather the extended family and have dinner together. While spending time with family is certainly valuable, this holiday has become an overly romanticized and commercialized story that is insulting to many Native Americans. Unlike Santa Claus or the Easter Bunny, the story of the "first Thanksgiving" is one that continues to be perpetuated in our collective notion of history, long past the age when we learn that Santa doesn't exist. The grade school plays depicting happy Pilgrims and Indians bear little resemblance to the history that we aren't taught until much later. Derrick White, Lawrence senior at Haskell, says the meaning of Thanksgiving changed for him when he became a student at Haskell and began his academic pursuits in Native American history. "I started shifting my focus from giving thanks on that day for the things that I have to give thanks for the people who have fallen before me and the legacy that they've passed on," White says. Marei Spaola, Rapid City, S.D., junior at Haskell, says his perspective on Thanksgiving is that it's a holiday that people know about but not one he celebrates because it's someone else's holiday and doesn't really have meaning for him. Robyn Neswood, St. Michaels, Ariz., senior at Haskell, says many families make the most of their time off from school and work during Thanksgiving by spending it together. "I don't really think Indian people are going to totally protest this day. If we have a chance to spend some time off with our family, we're going to take it," she says. "Family comes first for Native Americans." Tila Salas-Brooks, Crescent City, Calif. freshman and student ambassador for Haskell, says she celebrates Thanksgiving with a feast just like everyone else. "But we're more thankful for other things, like the fact that we weren't wiped out, that we're still here," she says. "I feel like we're underappreciated, and because of the pain and struggles our people have gone through, we created a holiday that nobody really understands." Dan Wildcat, faculty in Indigenous and American Indian studies at Haskell and a Yuchi member of the Muskogee Nation of Oklahoma, says he thinks that considering what Thanksgiving means to Native Americans is a positive direction to take. Neswood says she has a son in a predominantly white elementary school and feels it's important for elementary schools in America to tell the story of Columbus and Thanksgiving from an American Indian perspective. "That's something that's not done today," Neswood says. "I know that some schools in Lawrence are looking to Haskell students to come in and explain our points of view to the kids when it comes to those federal holidays. I'd like to see more of that in the future, and maybe that could help curb the romanticism when it comes to Thanksgiving." It's unlikely that Thanksgiving Day will ever be the symbol of unity and cooperation that the "first Thanksgiving" story was intended to commemorate. Instead, both Wildcat and the Haskell students suggest that perhaps a new holiday is in order, so that a clean slate could leave those hard feelings behind. "I wish they'd quit considering November as the one month of the year that we'll deal with Indians." Wildcat says. "It would be much better if we had a sense of the heritage and history of the first Americans every day of the year." There seems to be an awkward divide between students at Haskell and those at the University of Kansas. Thankfully, more programs and cooperative efforts are taking place. One way to bridge the gap could be as simple as taking a class at Haskell. "You know that you can bridge it and come down here. That's available for KU students," White says. "I have several KU students in my Western Civ class who come and take classes through Haskell because it gives a completely different perspective on what you're learning." The way the next generation will act toward each other can only be improved through education on both sides of the issues. "I think re-education and education of truth at a young age is what's going to be the thing that really changes this country;" White says. "I had a lot of rage when I was younger," says Nathan Taylor, Red Lake, Minn., senior. "But the older I got, the more I began to understand. Once you break into it, you find out who you are. Then you work from there, work for that better day, work for the betterment of our children, the betterment of our people, the betterment of our interace relations. That's all we students can do." 8 November 20,2008 HEALTH --- that's disgusting cell phones They live in pockets and purses, rest on tables and desks and occasionally end up on well-trodden bar floors. And when cell phones aren't busy picking up germs from these various locales, they're glued to our faces—potentially covering us from ear to mouth in bacteria. "Anything you're touching or putting near your mouth without regular cleaning would carry germs," says Susan Egan, associate professor of microbiology."They could pick up bacteria from anywhere, really." According to a study performed at Manchester Metropolitan University in the United Kingdom, the average cell phone is dirtier than a run-of-the-mill toilet seat or the bottom of a shoe. Because cell phones are usually stored in warm, confined places such as a pocket or purse, the accumulated germs can easily breed. Egan says one way to prevent catching a cold from your cell is to talk-block your friends, as sharing your phone just increases the sources of bacteria and can spread 1234567890 sickness. "If you don't share too much, you'd just be giving yourself your own germs over and over again," Egan says."That would reduce the risk of catching things." If you want to go the extra mile to ensure mobile cleanliness, a company called Wireless Wipes offers antibacterial phone wipes, which cost $2.95 for a pack of 10 at www. wirelesswipes.com. —Asher Fusco Photo illustration by Tyler Waugh MARTINI CORNER ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT Your Alternative Energy Source Charge Up Your Nightlife! At the Tower · 31st and Oak · KCMO www.martinicorner.com the guide What to do at KU. Coming in January November 20,2008 9 --- HEALTH Pill poppin' perils The pill that allows you sexual freedom actually represses your desire for sex and could cause you to choose the wrong partner Susan Melgren smelgren@kansan.com Whether taken for its intended use or for medicinal purposes, birth control pills do a lot more than just prevent pregnancy: They alter the body in many ways. When most women go on the pill, they focus on the benefits, such as clearer skin, lighter and more regular periods and, of course, the prevention of unwanted pregnancy. But the pill comes with a lot of negative side effects, too. The doses of hormones in birth control pills could decrease your sex drive, increase emotional problems and even cause you to choose the wrong sexual partner. One of the most common ways the pill affects the female body is by stopping production of testosterone, the hormone linked to sexual desire. Claudia Panzer, endocrinologist at Comprehensive Endocrinology in Denver, says testosterone is made in two places in women: the ovaries and the adrenal glands. When women take birth control pills, however, the ovaries shut down. Progestin, a hormone found in all birth control pills, sends a message to the brain telling it to stop the ovaries from releasing an egg. Panzer says this also stops other normal functions of the ovaries, such as the production of testosterone. Panzer says it's difficult to know how many women have a decreased libido as a result of their birth control pills, but she thinks it's a significant number. Part Although the adrenal glands still make testosterone, the body's reaction to the hormones in the pill prevents this testosterone from being used. Panzer says high doses of estrogen in the pill causes the liver to release hormones called sex hormone-binding globulins, which attach to the body's remaining testosterone and renders it useless. As a result of this and the dormant ovaries, testosterone levels drop and many women experience a decreased desire for sex and a decreased orgasmic response. of the problem in getting good statistics is that not all women will admit to it. "Some women don't bring it to the attention of their physician because they feel ashamed," Panzer says. And not all women are affected in the same way. The longer a woman has been taking the pill, the more pronounced the effect is, Panzer says. But the longer she's been on it, the more difficult it becomes to tell how life was different before the pill. Panzer says many women start taking birth control pills when they're teenagers, continue taking them for many years, and then forget how they used to feel when they were younger. Many women on campus say they don't think their birth control pills affect their libidos. Only a handful reported a change. Marisa Reongpdigit, Deerfield, Ill., freshman, has been taking birth control pills for about two years, and says she has noticed a difference. "I've never been sexually out there. I've always been kind of timid," she says. "But it definitely decreased my sex drive." But the pendulum swings both ways. Drake says birth control pills may also worsen symptoms of depression and create mood swings. "I have patients that swear the pill makes them moodier," she says. Because some women take the pill just for medical reasons, sexual changes many not apply to all women. Emotional changes, however,are a side effect that all women can notice. Sheena Drake, OB/GYN at Heartland Women's Clinic in St. Joseph, Mo., says the pill can have either a positive or a negative effect when it comes to emotional stability. For women with severe mood swings and PMS, birth control pills can help. Drake says the flux in hormone levels a woman has on her natural cycle causes these mood swings, but birth control pills supply a steady dose of the same amount of hormones all month long. Many students say they feel moodier on the pill, but their experiences vary. Some students noticed a change in their emotions, but only at first. Reongpongdit says the pill affected her emotions in the beginning, but it improved after awhile. Others, like Rachel Lazzara, Chicago junior, noticed a drastic change." I was definitely a lot more emotional," she says. "Things would get to me a lot easier. I was on edge a lot." If emotional problems and losing gusto in the bedroom aren't enough, recent studies published in Royal Society B: Biological Science in the United Kingdom have shown that women on birth control pills often choose the wrong partner. Normally women are attracted to men whose immune systems and genes differ from their own—a good genetic match by biological standards. Mating with someone who has similar genes not only increases your child's risk of being unhealthy, but increases risk of miscarriage and other fertility problems. Mating with a person whose genes are different from yours gives your children a better chance of survival, the study shows. However, women on the pill tend to be more attracted to men with similar immune systems. Apart from creating problems for potential future children, women with genetically similar partners reported less satisfaction in their relationships than other women. But just because birth control pills have a few negative side effects doesn't mean you should stop taking them. All drugs have their pitfalls—it's the price we pay for their benefits. Birth control pills are still one of the most tested and most trusted methods of contraception. So keep taking them—just be aware of the effects they may have on your body. Graphics by Becka Cremer Birth control pills have numerous benefits, but some women also have to deal with the pills' negative side effects. PILLS FOR OMNI TUME GUA TEAMIE FOROMI This is the worst day of my life. Honey, I'm waiting! We're so much alike! We're perfect for each other! 10 November 20,2008 ... HEALTH Good for you Bad for you popping your back Many students wake up for some mind-blowingly early classes and immediately twist their backs, popping every vertebrae they can get at. It feels good. Back popping releases endorphins and increases joint range. But it also increases your chances of having creaky, painful joints later on, right? Tate Janssen, chiropractor and practitioner of wellness at the Janssen Clinic of Natural Medicine in Lawrence, says this old wives' tale is actually false. Janssen says cracking your back is not a chiropractic adjustment. The popping sound you hear is like a bag of chips being pushed, instead of pulled open. The body builds liquid pressure that turns into a gaseous form carbon dioxide—when released, and then gets reabsorbed. Vertebrae tend to take 20 to 30 minutes to settle back into normal form again. According to Janssen, the dangers of popping before vertebrae resettle or too much popping in general—are hyperextension or misalignment. Popping your back could also aggravate a prior problem if one exists, which could remain undetected until age 50 or 60. "The body is a dynamic organism." Janssen says. "It's not like a car where you change the brakes once and you're done. We don't have easily interchangeable parts. You have to do general upkeep." So while popping your back probably won't injure you, a good back check-up never hurts. VERDICT: NEITHER —Meghan Nuckalls Cairn Terrier Dermatology Center of lawrence Lee R. Bittenbender, M.D. Hair may not look this cute on you... Women Face, bikini underarms, legs Men Neck, back chest Dermatology Center of Lawrence Lee R. 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On the Web at BROTHERSBAR.COM "Always the 'Best' Specials, Always the 'Most' Fun!" November 20,2008 11 FEATURE Food for though Our famished feelings frequently influence the way we feed our faces Photo illustration by Jessica Sain-Baird and shame of a bad grade to have a cupcake crav-ough your emo-down. By Asher Fusco afusco@kansan.com When I had a bad day growing up, I never wanted to talk about it. I just wanted to eat. Bombing a test didn't warrant discussion, it called for more pizza.The disappointment of unpopularity wasn't a feeling worth discussing, but rather a feeling worth smothering in mac and cheese. Why do we eat what we eat, how much we eat, and when we eat? Much of what makes us munch remains a mystery, but science is slowly beginning to decode nature. My childhood experiences are far from unusual. Eating to suit our moods is just one of the complexities of consuming. We do it in search of comfort and we do it when we feel comfortable. 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Comparing values • Comparing prices in different stores • Comparing prices in the same store • Comparing prices in different stores • Comparing prices in the same store and in turn choose healthier options. Less content people are more likely to overlook the big picture, picking foods that might lead to an immediate "bump of euphoria." That euphoria comes in different forms for different people. For example, Katie Rages, Hutchinson senior, enjoys chocolate as a mood-booster, while Joe Davis, Coventry, Conn., junior, relies on stuffing. "What you think of as a comfort food and what I think of as a comfort food might vary," says Ric Steele, associate professor of applied behavioral science."Each of us has a different reward center and different foods that fulfill our expectations." That search for a quick pick-me-up can end regrettably, thanks to our bodies' natural attraction to sweet and fatty foods. A study on stress and obesity by the University of California found that foods high in carbohydrates and fat can improve a person's mood by altering the brain's chemical balance. That's bad news for anyone hitched to a high-protein diet. Protein can interrupt the mood-improving process, forcing us to choose between healthy and temporarily happy. But comfort foods don't lure everyone. Andy Whitehead, Leawood junior, says he doesn't change his diet when he's upset. "I don't really get cravings when I feel bad." Whitehead says. "I usually find other ways besides food to feel better." On the other side of the coin, we also eat when we're comfortable. According to a study at the University of North Carolina, young married people gain 25 to 50 percent more weight over a five-year period than their single counterparts. Epidemiologist Robert D. Jeffery found that "marriage was associated with a significant two-year weight gain, and divorce with a two-year weight loss." But the post-marriage bulge could be as much coincidence as fact. "As we get older, we're not as active as we were in high school or college with sports, and more sedentary at work," Cole says. "Many people were able to get away with bad eating habits when they were younger and very active, but it takes its toll when you take the activity factor away." Bottom line: Our mood's control over our appetite isn't exactly cut-and-dry. The Thanksgiving calorie tally Thanksgiving is a day devoted to devouring, so it's no surprise many Americans eat (much) more than is necessary. Going all out once each year isn't among the worst of health offenses. After all, most Thanksgiving foods are nutritious, but showing restraint is still important. Here's a breakdown of what you might gulp down during a typical Thanksgiving dinner: Food (single serving) Calories Fat(g) Carbs(g) Turkey breast 117 1 0 Stuffing 177 9 22 Mashed potatoes/Gravy 269 11 37 Dinner roll 107 2 18 Green beans 44 0 10 Pumpkin Pie 316 14 41 Totals: 1030 37 128 Source: www.nutritiondata.com That list is full of healthy foods. But 1,030 calories is an excessive total for a single meal.To make Thanksgiving healthier;avoid adding extra butter to vegetables, mashed potatoes or rolls.Replace some of those potatoes with extra turkey—a good source of protein—and skip the post-meal pie. Speeding through our meals It's decided: You're going to ask her out. You've worked up the courage, recited lines in your head, and even washed your jeans. But avoiding awkward verbal stumbling blocks might not be the most crucial part of building a relationship. Often, the food sets the mood. "The restaurant choice can be really important." says Katie Rages. "If you go to a nice place, it might create a certain expectation. If you do a casual place, things feel totally different." That food can make or break a date speaks to its importance in our culture. Meals stand as the centerpieces of many of our celebrations. A fall Saturday wouldn't be a Saturday without tailgating, and tailgating wouldn't be tailgating without a grill and a cooler. The "family dinner table" scene became a prominent piece of Americana in the 20th century. Thanksgiving wouldn't exist—or be much fun—without the focus on food. And believe it or not, paying extra attention to eating could be the key to keeping fit, and our society's shift from F Photo illustration by Tyler Waugh While it's tempting to turn to plates of goodies for a quick pick-me-up when you're disappointed, you and your tummy will probably regret it later. 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"When we're distracted, we tend to eat more," Steele says. "The gravitation away from the traditional family-style meal has been, to a large degree, responsible for our nation's obesity problem, especially in children." Fast food got its start 92 years ago here in Kansas, when the first White Castle popped up in Wichita. In the 20th century, McDonald's, Burger King and Chick-fil-A stores took hold across America. From 1929 to 1979, the number of restaurants in America increased by more than 3,000 percent, while the population grew by just 85 percent. All that dining out did a number on Americans' health. According to the Center for Disease Control, obesity rates in America have doubled in the past 30 years. America's expanding waistlines can be traced back to our innate want of serotonin-inducing sweets, but it's likely the product of social changes, as well. "Historically, gatherings with friends have revolved around food." Cole says. "We just eat too much now, have too many choices and aren't as active as we were." Genes aren't the only things we inherit from our parents. While the shapes of our parents do help determine our natural sizes, it's the traits they teach that make the most indelible mark on our eating habits. We are what we eat milk of a mother who eats primarily spicy foods will train a baby to tolerate hotter flavors. Parents continue to program their children's bodies throughout infancy. Children who are consistently overfed grow accustomed to overfeeding, even if they are taking in more calories than are necessary. "Little kids, presented with a mountain of food, will eat until full," Steele says. "If a kid is always told, 'Clean your plate,' versus 'Eat until you're full,' it affects how much food they consume later in life." As they grow older, overfed kids will often continue to eat more calories than are necessary or healthy. As children age, parents still play an influential role. According to a study at the University of Sydney in Australia, kids who were encouraged to eat breakfast daily were less likely to become obese. The same went for kids who frequently sat down to eat dinner with their families. But our extra weight doesn't fall squarely on our parents' shoulders. Eating behavior and its corresponding biology can be altered over time by adopting healthier habits. Getting a head start on training children to like healthy foods can prevent a long adjustment period to fruits and vegetables later in life. According to some studies, altering portion size is the key to changing unhealthy eating, while others say it's possible to overhaul the brain just by cutting down on bad food over a long period of time."The human animal will gravitate toward sweet and fatty-type foods," Steele says."But that can be overridden." 14 November 20,2008 CONTACT Keeping it courtly As dated as chivalry may seem some centuries-old dating manners deserve a second look To pay or not to pay: Some women appreciate modern-day chivalrous actions from men, such as paying for dinner, while other women might find such actions insulting. Photo illustration by Chance Dibben By Matt Hirschfeld mhirschfeld@kansan.com Men and their chivalrous gestures never cease to amaze Becca Sparling. Her freshman year, a first date told her he was going to buy her flowers. The Burnsville, Minn., senior, says the gesture made her feel awkward and so uncomfortable she didn't want to continue the date. In another instance, a guy friend opened the car door for her, which threw her pleasantly off-guard. Chivalrous courtly love has seen various forms since it conception: Bowing before a woman in medieval times, asking a woman's father for her hand in marriage during 19th-century, and ordering dinner at a restaurant for a woman in the 1950s. Today, after women have burned bras and roared for their liberation, chivalrous gestures may no longer seem necessary for men. The numerous chivalrous gestures a man can attempt dance a fine line between polite and insulting. "It made me think, 'Oh my God, that was so sweet. This is what I should be expecting from a guy.'" she says. Titanic-sized chivalry The real definition of chivalry goes back further than dating and courtship, says Scott Farrell, founder of the Chivalry Today Educational Program and www.chivalrytoday. com. He says chivalry's broader sense is about ethics and honor that are appropriate to all aspects of life. We all have a desire to be with someone who is fair, honest and ethical, Farrell says. "What's the biggest complaint that women have about men? They say they'll call and they never do.They're not honest. They say they're single but they really aren't. All of these are tied into the concept of honor, integrity and fidelity that are tied into the idea of chivalry." Farrell says people have different ways of expressing chivalry today. It used to be that men always held doors open for a woman, but now it's more a sense of who gets to the door first opens it for someone else. "You just don't slam the door for the person walking behind you—whether you're male or female." he says. men to make chivalrous gestures when going on dates. Elizabeth Eby didn't have a door slam in her face, but it felt as though she did when a date dropped her off and sped away. The St. Louis sophomore says her date could have at least waited until she made it to her front door:"Just to make sure I didn't get stolen or something," she says. Bohdi Sanders, who discusses the concept of chivalry in his book, The Wisdom Warrior, says he has received hundreds of responses to his book from women in their early 20s to late 40s who say they are looking for men who act in a chivalrous manner. When the Titanic sank, 74 percent of the women on board lived and 80 percent of the men died. A 20-foot statue was erected to honor the men who displayed their chivalrous natures and gave up their seats on lifeboats.The inscription on the statue reads:"To the brave men who perished in the wreck of the Titanic:They gave their lives that women and children might be saved." He also says women who feel that chivalry is an unnecessary part of a date most likely have low self-esteem and feel they don't deserve to be treated in a chivalrous manner because they never have been before. Eby says she thinks it's still necessary for A date of Jacquelyn Miller's, though, was on his way out of consciousness before the "When women are on a date and their date treats them chivalrously, they really do enjoy being treated that way after all," Sanders says. "But if they were to be like,'Your mother taught you well', or 'Not many guys do that'—those side comments are what make me conscious of them.' Voth says. Mitch Voth, Wichita senior, says chivalrous gestures are a conscious but understood effort on his part. If a date has no reaction to, for example, him opening a door for her, the Wichita senior just considers it a polite gesture. date even started. Miller, Tulsa, Okla., senior, says her date was drunk when she met him at a bar for their first date. This threw her off, and she knew the date was at do-not-ressuscite status when he continued to get drunk and didn't make an effort to ask her one question about herself. At midnight, Miller asked him to walk her to her car. She says that after talking more about himself on the walk, she was fed up and just got in the car. He entered the nearest bar and continued to drink. Miller's horrendous date reinforced her belief that guys think chivalry is unimportant because it's an old-fashioned concept. "Every girl still loves the door to be held open for her." Miller says. "Every girl still loves getting flowers and presents, and every girl likes feeling special, whether they realize it or not." November 20,2008 15 CONTACT JACKSON Bitch and MOAN with Matt Hirschfeld and Francesca Chambers C. K. H. S. M. A. R. S. T. U. V. W. X. Y. Z. I hooked up with a guy and he turned into a jerk. I want to unfriend him on Facebook, because seeing his profile brings back painful memories. However, I don't want to be immature and make things more awkward. What's the proper etiquette with Facebook de-friending of former flames? Michelle, senior TOP of the HILL 2007 Voted Best Pool Hall Tonight $ 2 Imports $ 3 Jager Bombs $'3 Guinness $1 WELLS (Every Saturday) GAME DAYS 10 ft. HD TV POKER Sun & Wed Cash Prizes FREE POOL Sun-Thurs (after midnight) 925 Iowa (Behind the Mere) 785.749.5039 BIG BURRITO Open late • We deliver! Open late • We deliver! (Inside The Pool Room) Matt: Nothing in the cyber world feels worse than seeing that pink heart pop up on your news feed with your ex-fling's name next to it. It's impossible not to click and find out who is getting duped next. Google e-mail now has a feature called "mail goggles" to help users avoid embarrassing drunk e-mailing. The feature gives you a math problem to solve before the e-mail can be sent. Unfortunately, Facebook doesn't offer a similar self-control device to help you decide if you want to see a certain person's pictures, status updates or relationships pop up on your computer screen. Then again, sometimes it's more satisfying to see a broken pink heart next to the jerk's name. You decide. So, Michelle, de-friend your former flame if you can't resist the temptation. If it was just a hook-up, don't worry about ending the Facebook friendship. Focus more on moving on to better people. Fran: If this guy really is a jerk, he won't care if you de-friend him. He probably won't even notice. I don't notice people have defriended me until they show up in my "people you may know" section, or the link to their profile doesn't automatically appear when I type their first name into the search section. I didn't notice that one guy I dated for a few weeks had de-friended me until a year later. Apparently he de-friended me when he saw on his home page that I was engaged. I'm not the type of person who de-friends people—you never know when you might want to access their profiles in the future—so I was extremely angry with him at first. But when he explained why he had de-friended me, I understood. It's not like we ever talked anymore, anyway. I am a very independent person and I consider having someone special in your life an added bonus, but not a necessity. Is this a good way of thinking when it comes to relationships? Tim,junior Matt: Ketchup, like your "someone special," is an added bonus to the hamburger of life. The meat (faux meat for you vegetarians out there) is your life, and the optional toppings are other added bonuses in your life that you choose to pile on. The bun, though, is what encompasses the burger and makes it complete. For some people, this is their job. For others, it's their friends and family. And for many more, including myself, it's their relationships. You have other important matters besides significant others that give you more pleasure and a more complete feeling at the end of the day. There's no problem with this, as long as you can find "someone specials" who feel the same way. However, once you're ready for relationships to be more important in your life, don't be surprised when other hamburgers have moved on to fresher buns and you're left alone with stale bread. Fran: If you're the type of person who doesn't need a relationship to be happy, more power to you. You are a stronger person than I am, and the majority of society. That being said, you need to understand that many people you will be romantically interested in may not have the same frame of mind. They will not be your rock, but you will be theirs. You either need to only date people who are as independent as you, or you need to be extremely sensitive to the needs of your partners. I have been the victim of a relationship in which the person knew how fragile I was and knew he couldn't meet my needs but selfishly dated me anyway.Girls are especially likely to find themselves in this situation.You can emotionally damage someone beyond repair by dating him or her for fun while knowing the person has serious intentions Don't be that guy. I have this great friend who is always with his boyfriend. I like him, but he is stealing my friend. Should I confront the problem of my friend not spending enough time with me, or just leave the couple be and take what I can get? —Alex, sophomore Matt: Your friend knows he doesn't spend enough time with his friends. I know of some people who drop their friends once they're in a relationship and only attempt to rekindle when they're single again. I hope your friend isn't this kind of person, and he probably isn't considering you took the time to seek advice. It's difficult to intrude on your friend's free time that he wants to spend with his significant other. And, when looking at your friends' lives, you should be content with what makes them happy. For your friend, this is spending time with his boyfriend. Fran: I am sorry to say I am one of those people who disregard my friends when I am content in a relationship. It's a behavior I am attempting to end. Even though I know this, it pisses me off when my friends whine or yell at me about the amount of time I spend with my boyfriend, and it makes me not want to hang out with that person at all. So, Alex, take what you can get and be happy for your friend. Confronting your friend or his boyfriend is a bad idea. I am not saying that what is happening to you is fair, but starting an argument is not going to resolve this issue. It's only going to make your friend and his boyfriend resent you. Bitch and Moan should not be taken as a substitute for professional, expert advice. Send your sex and relationship questions to bitchandmoan@kansan.com. 16 November 20,2008 PLAY out & about What's your favorite late-night dining destination? Usually I'll hit up The Wheel if I'm studying at the library because I'll walk past it on the way home. It's always fun to stop by after I'm done because I'll be the only sober person there. Jesse Smith, Ottawa senior Five Guys, near Best Buy.They have the best cheeseburger in town,and it's pretty cheap compared to Chill's. —Hamad Adai, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, sophomore M. K. Pandey P. R. SINGH Perkins. It's so homey and open all night. It's fun to go there with friends. We don't have a Perkins back in Wichita, so it's nice. Alexandra Avila, Wichita junior Pizza Shuttle. It's always open, and they have the $5 10-inch pizza and drink special. I always get the supreme. —Tanner Popp, Hoxie junior IRELAND 89 Sonic, because sometimes their greasy food just tastes really good.They have great ice cream,and I love their popcorn chicken. There's something about it—I don't know what—but it's delicious. Abby Brandenburg, Palmyra, Mo., sophomore Sylas and Maddy's. They're open until 10:30 on the weekend. It's great to stop by with friends late at night. I stick with the cookies and cream. Joel Davidson, Moberly, Mo., junior I Amy Snyder I go to Pizza Hut for their wings. —Kate O'Neill, Lenexa junior Buffalo Wild Wings. They have a wide variety of wings and a good selection of beer to go with it. My favorite wing sauce is the fiery habanero sauce. It makes me reach for more beer to cool it down. —Mark Darling. Leavenworth senior PARKAID SINARAYA Burrito King, because it's homemade. They have really good salsa to go with your giant-sized burrito. I always go for the chicken burritos. —Melanie McCoy, Fort Scott senio —Derek Zarda THIS WEEKEND: Drake's Diner In 2006, Taco Bell launched its "fourth meal" advertising campaign, but college students have long known that a good meal can be the perfect ending to a late night of revelry and merrymaking. Lawrence is home to many late-night eateries, including favorites such as Jimmy John's, Pita Pit and Pizza Shuttle. But students looking for a fresh, home-cooked alternative to greasy fast food should check out Drake's Diner, which hosted its grand re-opening last weekend. Drake's Diner, 125 E. 10th St., serves up traditional, homestyle cooking and is open until 3 a.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.The menu includes typical breakfast favorites as well as sandwiches like BLTs and Reubens. Drake's also serves up homey favorites like meat loaf, beef stew, chili and fried chicken. "We make everything from scratch," says owner Nancy Nguyen. "Customers come in and they eat exactly what home cooking is like. Nothing is from a can." So, next time you find yourself awake at 2 a.m., head to Drake's Diner and enjoy a stack of pancakes and some good conversation with the friendly staff. —Brianne Pfannenstiel Photo by Brianne Pfannenstiel Satisfy your late-night hunger with a plateful of delicious eats at Drake's Diner. RE 55 Years and Still Amazing. You're not around for for 55 years unless you have something amazing to offer. SERVING UP TRADITION SINCE 1902 JOHNNY'S TAVERN Just 'cross the bridge BEEF SERVING UP TRADITION SINCE 1902 JOHNNY'S TAVERN Just 'cross the bridge 785-841-0015 "Giving back to Lawrence" BEN&JERRY'S Buy one GET ONE FREE any menu item when you bring in a canned good to Ben & Jerry's for our Thanksgiving charity. November 20,2008 17 --- MANUAL do-it-yourself pre-Thanksgiving treats The big feast is a week away, but why not celebrate early with a simple dessert and a delicious cocktail that have hints of Thanksgiving hidden in them? Gather some friends together and enjoy the sweetness and warmth of these recipes. —Heather Melanson gether a of these recipes. Photo by Heather Melanson Baked apples are an easy, delicious alternative to making an entire apple pie. BIGGEST PARTY 18 to dance 21 to drink IN LAWRENCE Friday @ 9 $3 BACARDIS $2 JAGER BOMBS Saturday @ 9 Ladies Night, 21+ Free Cover $2 DOMESTIC BOTTLES $3 BACARDIS ABE & JAKE'S LANDING 8 EAST SIXTH STREET • LAWRENCE, KS 841-5855 • ABEJAKE'S.COM Baked apples If you like apple pie, then you'll love this recipe. Baked apples are an easy way to enjoy the taste of apple pie sans crust. The tartness of the warm apple and the buttery, sugary mix with a hint of cinnamon make for a yummy fall treat. 4 tart green apples 1/2 cup brown sugar 4 tbp. butter 2 tsp. ground cinnamon Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Cut a well in the top of the apples, but don't cut to the bottom.Cut a wide enough well to hold all the ingredients. Stuff each apple with two tablespoons of brown sugar and a tablespoon of butter. Sprinkle cinnamon on top of the apples and bake them in a shallow dish for 15 minutes. Source: www.allrecipes.com/Recipe/Baked-Apples/Detail.aspx Hot buttered cranberry cocktail Don't wait for Thanksgiving to get your cranberry fix. This cranberry cocktail is smooth and not too sweet. The slight taste of rum with a blend of melted butter, brown sugar and cinnamon balances out the tartness of the cranberry juice and brings forth an aroma of holiday spices. 8 oz. Ocean Spray Cranberry Juice Cocktail 1 cinnamon stick 3 tsp. brown sugar Dash of ground cinnamon 2 tsp. butter 2 tbsp. gold rum Heat the cranberry juice and cinnamon stick in a saucepan. Place the brown sugar, cinnamon, butter and rum in a mug. Once the juice in the saucepan is warm, pour it over the ingredients in the mug and stir gently. Source: www.oceanspray.com/plant/recipes/cooktails/hot_buttered_crani.html a mug-ful of heaven My grandma is the queen of indulgent treats. During the holidays, my body fat percentage soars from nomming on her sweet peanut brittle, heavenly pumpkin pie and glorious frosted sugar cookies. I know I could never replicate her skill with the oven, but during fall break, she gave me a baking recipe that requires an appliance I do know how to use: the microwave. Here's a delicious cake recipe she gave me. But be wary the next time you climb on your scale—it's called "dangerous" for a reason. Author Gloria Hander Lyons has microwave baking down to an art, and she wrote a book about it titled Easy Microwave Desserts in a Mug. She says she came up with the idea because her husband travels a lot and she didn't want a two-layer cake sitting on the kitchen counter calling Cinnamon Bread her name every day for a week. Lyons has more than 80 recipes, so if you're inspired to do even more mug-sized baking, check out her Web site. www. bluesagepress.com. —Ariel Tilson Dangerous Chocolate Cake-in-a-mug: 1 large coffee mug 4 tbsp. plain flour 4 tbsp. sugar 2 tbsp. cocoa 1 egg 3 tbsp. milk 3 tbsp. cooking oil Small splash of vanilla 1. Add the dry ingredients to the coffee mug. 2. Mix in the egg. 3. Pour the milk, oil and vanilla into the mug and mix well. 4. Put the mug in the microwave and cook for three minutes on 1,000 watts. 5. Watch the magic happen as the cake rises over the top of the mug. Don't worry—it won't overflow. 6. Allow the cake to cool for a couple minutes, or for however long you can make yourself wait. 7. Gleefully devour. 18 November 20,2008 --- MANUAL Exhale stress, inhale success Meditating to ease your mind can be as simple as breathing By Ariel Tilson atilson@kansan.com The image shows a person seated in a meditative posture on a rocky surface, with their hands resting on their knees and palms facing upwards. The individual appears calm and focused, surrounded by a natural landscape featuring a stream, grassy areas, and a few trees. The setting suggests a peaceful outdoor environment, likely near a lake or pond. It's 10 p.m. on a Wednesday and you just got off work. Tomorrow you have a paper due, which you haven't even started, your roommate still hasn't washed the dishes from two days ago, and your bank account has $15. Basically, you feel like you're going to blow a fuse. So, what are your options? For many students, it's tempting to hit the bars when times get rough, but next time stress threatens your sobriety, consider a different alternative: meditation. You don't have to follow a specific religion or make friends with new-age hippies. Meditation is ideal for anyone who is juggling too much and just needs a breather. In other words, people like you. Although meditation takes more work than does chugging a few beers to ease your mind, it has many benefits without the hangover or the regrets. Practicing daily meditation for even a few minutes can train your mind to react to stressful events without the emotion or anxiety that amplifies problems. A study done two years ago at the University proved that regular meditation increased performance and concentration. Omri Gillath, assistant professor of social psychology, and one of his graduate students, Ben Clark, compared the performance of people before and after they started meditating. They chose people from the community who had little or no meditation experience, gave them informal training and sent them home to practice. Two weeks later, they compared the results.Not only did their subjects have improved performance, but the people who meditated by chanting words like "family" or "love" also showed reduced stress levels and increased pain tolerance. Photo illustration by lerry Wang Chanting, or reciting mantras, is one form of meditation, but if you're more of a visual person, it might work better to close your eyes and visualize something relaxing. Since she was 12, Gaywyn Moore, Wichita graduate student, has used visualizations to counter stress. When she has the racing thoughts and speeding pulse that accompany anxiety, she thinks of the number one. First she takes a deep breath and allows the frantic thoughts in, but as she exhales, she imagines drawing the number one with a pencil until her anxiety fades. You can meditate in a peaceful outdoor space, or even in the confines of your apartment. The key is to focus your attention, watch your posture and keep practicing. Get your Sangha on In Sanskrit, Sangha means a Buddhist community or gathering, but in Lawrence it can be an excuse to chat, eat and meditate with others. Judy Roitman, guiding teacher and one of the founders of the Kansas Zen Center, says learning how to meditate is like trying on clothes—some clothes fit, and some don't fit. If you're having trouble finding just the right size when it comes to meditation, here are a few groups around town that can give you advice and support. Kansas Zen Center The Kansas Zen Center is located at 1423 New York St. and offers a meditation orientation for beginners at 9 a.m. on Sundays before the center's 9:30 a.m. service. Plan on wearing a long-sleeved shirt, long pants and socks. Free State Sangha The Free State Sangha group meets Wednesdays from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.at 1146 Oregon St. The group has 45 minutes of meditation followed by 45 minutes of discussion. Monday Night Sangha The Monday Night Sangha group is held Mondays at 7 p.m. at 2524 Yale Road.The group practices free-form meditation, which means you can meditate however you want as long as you're quiet.Members sit in a circle and meditate for 30 minutes, and meditation is followed by a vegetarian potluck dinner. November 20,2008 19 --- MANUAL "When I breathe in, I can think whatever, but when I breathe out, I can only focus on the one thought." Moore says. No matter what method of meditation you use, one thing holds true: You have to practice. Zach Holden, Topeka senior, has practiced meditation for more than four years,and says regular meditation helped him handle the strain and frustration of studying for the GRE this fall. He tries to practice meditation when he wakes up, or at night if he's clear-headed and not too tired. Holden practices shamatha, or calm abiding meditation, which he says was taught by Buddha and is the simplest form of meditation. He says that it trains you to let go of emotional attachments. If letting go of your emotions sounds as difficult as letting go of your computer, it might help to get someone to encourage you when you're frustrated. Holden learned his skills fromYongey Mingyur Rinpoche, a Buddhist monk from Nepal who visits the University every two years. Holden even had the opportunity to live at Rinpoche's monastery in Nepal and now uses the lessons he's learned to teach others who are interested in meditation. "When you feel sad, you generate thoughts that perpetuate sadness," Holden says. Holden says that the basic concept is to rest while staying mindfully alert.To start your first meditation session, remember three things. One, watch your back. No matter what position you decide to sit in,always keep your back straight. Good posture increases consciousness and minimizes awkwardness or discomfort. Second, pick a sense. Holden says you should focus your attention on one of your senses. For instance, if you think you need to close your eyes to focus, try listening to all of the sounds around you without judging or reacting. If you'd rather keep your eyes open, then focus on an object in front of you and study it's shape or texture. If everything fails to hold your attention, just watch your breathing. meditation is like aerobic training, and you can't expect to run a marathon in your first few attempts. When you're starting off, aim for less than a minute of meditation, two to three times a day. Finally, don't give up. Holden says The most challenging part of meditation can be silencing your thoughts. In his book, The Joy of Living: Unlocking the Secret and Science of Happiness, Holden's teacher, Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche, says that while some thoughts are easy to let go of when you're meditating, others can distract you and lead to a chain of related thoughts. When this happens, don't punish yourself or get frustrated, just bring your focus back to your breathing. The more you're able to set aside time to practice meditation, the more natural it will become, and eventually you'll have the skills to handle stress without sweat or inebriation. by Jerry Wang Photo illustration by Jerry Wang green it! personal care products Rather than scrutinizing the ingredients in your personal care products, why not make your own so you know exactly what's going on your hair and body? Alexis Friskel, body care buyer at The Merc, 901 Iowa St., says if you don't recognize the ingredients in the products you're using, then you probably shouldn't be using them. Try the natural recipes below for shampoo, conditioner and body scrub, and rest assured that you're treating your body and hair to healthy ingredients. Household food items like honey and avocados can become your new favorite personal care products. Shampoo An empty bottle 3 cups soap flakes Water Essential oil of lavender Essential oil of rosemary Conditioner Mix the soap flakes and water together.Add four drops of each essential oil to the soap flake and water mixture. I peeled and mashed avocado I cup of coconut milk Combine and mash the avocado and coconut milk together until smooth and thick. Comb the mixture into your hair.Allow it to set for 10 to 15 minutes before rinsing out. Body scrub 1 tbsp. honey 1 tsp. plain yogurt 2 tbsp. finely ground almonds 1/2 tsp. lemon juice Sources: Mix ingredients together then gently rub on your face for one to two minutes. 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The album showcases the more upbeat, positive side of the band,and is a refreshing dose of good indie music—think Pixies meets the new Modest Mouse. The album grabs listeners from the beginning with the slow and distorted ambiance of "Underneath the Stars." The song is smooth and well-structured, and lasts more than six minutes. "The Only One" is an upbeat tune with a catchy guitar riff, reminiscent of earlier Cure songs, such as "Just Like Heaven." The smooth melody of Simon Gallup's bass lines comes with nicely under the static yet tranquil riff of Smith's electric guitar on "The Reasons Why." The song develops into a head-nodding rock tune toward its end. "Sirensong" features Smith's soothing slide guitar over the mellow rhythm of an acoustic guitar. A piano complements the CURE 4.13 guitars nicely to give the tune even more rhythm. Smith's voice is expressive and sensitive as he sings the song's passionate lyrics. The release date for 4:13 Dream was pushed back numerous times, leaving Cure fans on the edge of their seats. But fans can now rest assured, as the album meets all expectations and is another great release from the gods of indie. ★★★ Danny Nordstrom JACKPOT! 943 MASS LAWRENCE KS 785.832.1085 THU 20 PRAISE THE TUBE: A COLLECTION OF OLD RELIGIOUS TV W/ MUSIC BY FIREDOG & HENTKOR THE SELEKTOR FRI 21 VIC CHESNUTT ELF POWER · GHOSTY SAT 22 THE ROSELINE MIDWEST DILEMMA - HAWLEY SCHOFFNER MON 24 LITTLE JOY THE DEAD TREES · DRI WED 26 KARAOKE W/ SOUNDTREK MM OVER 10,000 SONGS! THU 27 BELLY BUSTER BLOWOUT! CELEBRATE TURKEY W/ THE IRETIANS & THE CALIFORNIA CRAIISINS WWW.REDLAYLOUNGE.COM REDLAY LOUNGE 946 MASS LAWRENCE K5 785,749,7676 THU 20 PERT' NEAR SANDSTONE MISS ALISON OLASSA & CO. FRI 21 BOO & BOO TOO COAT PARTY I LOVE YOU SAT 22 TUB RING HAIRY BELAFONTE MON 24 ROYAL BANGS DEF EAR TUE 25 WARSHIP WRATH & RUIN WED 26 SEBASTIEN GRANIGER OF DEATH FROM ABOVE! 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The album's title track describes a head-over-heels relationship that makes her feel fearless, and "Change" is a rewed-up anthem calling for a revolution. On the sad side of the album, "Forever & Always" expresses Swift's disappointment in a failed relationship, and "Tell Me Why" is a fast-paced tune with an angry message about a boy who knows how to "ruin someone's perfect day." Her lyrics read like a page in a diary, and her music is easy on the ears. Her country isn't too country, and her pop isn't too pop. Taylor Swift FEARLESS Swift is a new brand of teenage superstar. Unlike some of her rehab-ridden contemporaries, she continues to propel herself forward with maturity and dignity. Her songs' subject matter is youthful, but her ability to write songs that appeal to so many is mature. Her humble honesty and genuine attitude make Fearless a truly enjoyable album. ★★★ Amanda Sorell THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS SCHOOL OF FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC AND DANCE PRESENTS THE UNIVERSITY DANCE COMPANY WITH SOLOIST PATRICK SUZEAU FLAMENCO SOLOIST MICHELLE HEFFNER HAYES FEATURING JOSÉ LIMÓN'S MASTERWORK LA MALINCHE 7:30 P.M. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2008 7:30 P.M. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2008 LIED CENTER OF KANSAS Tickets on sale at the Lied Center, Murphy Hall and SUA box offices. Call (785) 864-ARTS (2787) for tickets. $10 Public, $7 Students and Senior Adults STUDENT SENATE DANCE I New England Convention July 20-21, 2014 nefa NATIONAL ENVIRONMENT FOR THE ARTS A FESTIVAL ON JULY 21 NEA AUDIENEAN ENGINEERING STUDENT SENATE MOVIE: Quantum of Solace The James Bond franchise received a much needed overhaul with 2006's Casino Royale. The film moved away from the campy tricks and drab dialogue that had started to be Bond film staples, and toward a deeper and more violent type of film. The newest Bond flick, Quantum of Solace, increases the smash-and-grab violence of its predecessor, but fails to deliver much else. Daniel Craig plays James Bond, a British intelligence agent who is just as focused on serving the queen as he is any pretty lady within a city block. As in previous Bond films, Agent 007 is both cool and sexy Craig plays him well, bringing a lost and brooding mentality to the role. He does seem a little one-dimensional, however, but depth is hard to come by when you're busy shooting sub-machine guns while clutching the wheel of an Aston Martin. The problem with the film is not in the acting—which is spot-on—but in the story.The plot is as confusing as it is vague, with mentions of an underground group simply known as Quantum, which is never revealed. Bond himself has not developed further from Casino, and love interest Camille, played well by Olga Kurylenko, is hardly developed at all. The film's main attraction may also be its biggest drawback: the special effects. The computer-generated brawls and exploding buildings look exquisite, but feel like they don't belong in a James Bond film. Sure, they make you gasp and make your eyes light up, but they leave you wanting more. QUANTUM OF SOLACE 7F NOVEMBER BATTERY OPERATOR NEW YORK Where is the James Bond everyone knows and loves? It seems the raw suspense and tactfulness developed in early Bond films and echoed some in Casino are gone.What is left are detailed effects and a drab story that takes the plot nowhere. Quantum is meant to be the second film in a trilogy, but it fails to build on the film before it. For Bond fanatics, this movie is worth seeing, but for everyone else, you won't miss much by avoiding this one. ★★★ Mark Arehart MUSIC: Lady Gaga, The Fame In many ways, Lady Gaga is Justin Timberlake's new female counterpart. Like Timberlake's 2006 release, Future Sex/Love Sounds, her album The Fame is a futuristic voyage of spaceship rock, full of electropop hooks and dance floor come-ons. Many people are familiar with her fabulous first single, "Just Dance," an instantly catchy track that's nearly impossible not to dance to. There are many more like it on this almost entirely upbeat album, including the easy-to-sing-along-to track "Boys Boys Boys," the Mariah Carey-esque "Eh Eh (Nothing Else I Can Say);" and "Starstruck," which features an obligatory rap from Flo Rida. The only slow track is the electric guitar and piano driven "Brown Eyes." While the album is great for a night out, it does leave the listener with a sense of a void, similar to what one might feel after too much partying. There's glamor and intrigue on the surface, but listeners will only find an empty hole as they try to delve the Fate LADY GAGA deeper.The music, just like one of the song titles, is all about feeling "Beautiful, Dirty. Rich." The Fame is the Paris Hilton of albums: it might be a good time for awhile, but you'll ultimately move on to something else. ★★★ —Elise Stawarz 22 November 20,2008 SPEAK Road relief A semester abroad left me with a serious case of wanderlust By Sean Rosner srosner@kansan.com "Monday, Oct. 1, 2007: From my window seat on an airplane flying from Rome to Athens, I can see lands and seas that I cannot identify. I am in no way concerned about this, and I can barely sit still with excitement to get out and explore it all. Back in Kansas, my friends are slapping at alarm clock snooze buttons, and I am halfway across the world overlooking clouds and islands and mountain ranges." This excerpt from my journal is the perfect snapshot of my fall 2007 study abroad experience. I spent a semester using Paderno del Grappa, Italy, as a home-base while I traveled to France, Greece, Spain, the Netherlands, and all over Italy. The three months I spent in Europe were the best of my life. I enjoyed them for more than just the beautiful landscapes I was surrounded by. I was free from the stresses of everyday life, traveling every weekend and waking up every morning excited about the new things I would see that day. From famous sites like the ancient ruins in Rome to tiny corner stores filled with foreign goodies, I approached everything with an enthusiasm to learn more about the world. If I had to pin down the biggest influence that going abroad has had on my life, it would be that it made me restless. Maybe I read too many Jack Kerouac novels in high school that glamorized life in transit. But coming back to the United States was depressing. I left Italy's winding cobblestone streets and crowded trains for a frost-bitten Kansas winter and hours of homework every night. The combination of brutal cold and the stresses of school took its toll on me, and I began to lose all the enthusiasm for life I had built up over the previous months. I found myself huddling in front of my space heater and wishing I had stayed in Italy. After visiting art museums and eating creepes in Paris, I flew back to the United States on a snowy night in mid-December. I was excited during the first couple days catching up with family and friends, but then found myself wondering, "What do I do now?" Study abroad orientations prepare you for culture shock and the difficulties of adjusting to life in a new country. What they don't prepare you for is coming back home. This was an unexpected difficulty for me. You can see my descent by looking through my journal. Eight posts in October, seven posts in November, seven in December, four in January. One post in February. One post in March. No posts in April. The inspiration to write had come easily in the fall. The thoughts and words flowed through my pen as I hastily scribbed through the pages of my moleskin notebook. But through winter and spring, I was speechless. My post from May 21, 2008, sums it up: "I haven't written here in quite a long time. I haven't written anywhere for quite a long time. I would like to say this is because I have been busy, but that wouldn't be true. I haven't written because I haven't had anything to write about." Once the spring semester ended, I finally got some time to think about the downward spiral I had gone through. I realized that it wasn't being in Kansas that depressed me. I love being in Lawrence and being with all the friends I've made here. The real culprit was the stationary lifestyle I had settled into. I just needed to get out and travel. A week later, I took a flight to Denver to visit my two older sisters. I had forgotten how much I enjoy being in airports, seeing business people with briefcases hurry past or loved ones reuniting. Everyone there has somewhere to go and something to do, and I like being included in that group. In Denver, I spent an entire day wandering through the downtown area alone.I wasn't seeing any world-famous landmarks, but I was breaking from my daily routine,seeing new things and missing out on less of the world. Traveling isn't just about seeing new places and meeting new people. It's about growing as a person. It's about being in unfamiliar situations and not being scared, knowing I will be fine. After my semester in Europe, I gained a sense of independence that will stay with me for the rest of my life. It's empowering, and it's something I will never be able to give up. So I did. Because I wasn't able to travel to foreign countries, I decided to travel around the country I live in. My first trip out of Kansas was with my girlfriend to Dallas for a concert. I spent three days driving around sweating in the Texas heat because the air conditioning in my car doesn't work. This might not sound like a good way to spend a weekend, but it was just what I needed to get out of my funk. 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SPORTS | 10A JAYHAWKS PREPARE FOR TOUGH COMPETITION IN CBE CLASSIC THE STUDENT VOICE SINCE 1904 Men's basketball team to play Washington Monday night. SPORTS | 10A THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN 33 WWW.KANSAN.COM FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2008 VOLUME 120 ISSUE 67 FILM 25 years after 'The Day After' COLUMBIA Ryan McGeeney/KANSAN BY RYAN MCGEENEY rmcgeeney@kansan.com Twenty-five years to the day after its initial television broadcast, Armageddon returned to Lawrence. About 135 people attended the anniversary screening of "The Day After," a two-hour made-for-television drama depicting the aftermath of a massive nuclear exchange between America and Russia. The film, shot primarily in Lawrence, features many of the city's most recognizable landmarks, as well as a number of local actors who lived in the area at that time. BELGRAVE Bob Swan, Lawrence resident, said he still remembered watching Jason Robards, actor who portrayed a KU Medical Center surgeon who survived the initial blasts, stagger down Ninth Street as film crews shot a scene that took place only hours after the nuclear strikes. "I watched it with my friends and my eight-year-old daughter. My daughter asked if we were going to have a war in Lawrence." "I watched it with friends and my eight-year-old daughter," said Swan, who brought a collection of news clippings from the era related to the film's release. "My daughter asked if we were going to have a war in Lawrence." Swan said that the film moved him so much that he decided to become involved with organizations dedicated to improving relations with Russia, the country that characters in "The Day After" believe engages the United States in the nuclear exchange. in the area. BOB SWAN Lawrence resident The showing was organized by Kyle Harvey, a doctoral student in modern history studying at Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia. Harvey said that his interest in the film stemmed from dual fascination with politics and movies, and how they are historically intertwined. Lawrence residents peer over the tent city erected along the banks of the Kansas River during the 1982 filming of "The Day After", which portrays the aftermath of a nuclear strike in the American Midwest. The film was the second-highest television program of all time, behind the MASH series finale. Michele Johnson, Lawrence resident, whose late mother, Pat Schurer, was an extra in the film, said she had attended the showing in order to gain some perspective "The most interesting movies, to me, are the controversial ones," said Harvey, who began organizing the showing in August. "And 'The Day After' was one of the biggest controversies, even before it was shown." "I'm trying to piece together the story of how the town remembers the film," Harvey said. "It was a giant movie, seen by 100 million people, shot in a small town." Harvey is currently constructing an oral history of the film's production and said he has 15 to 20 interviews lined up PHOTO COURTESY OF SPENCER RESEARCH LIBRARY on her mother's stories about the shooting. Johnson, who was a student at Kansas State University when the film was originally released, and now has two children attending the University, said that while some details have changed, the film "She said she had had a great time, just standing in line to get the scars and the blood applied," Johnson said. reminded her that the danger discussed in the movie is still present. "It still makes you think about what could happen very easily," Johnson said. "It's still very real. It's not like they've made nuclear weapons disappear, they just have different controls on them." Bob Swan, left, and his grandson Trey, 10, look over some news clippings from 1983, when "The Day After" originally aired on ABC. The film, shot primarily in Lawrence, had a 25th anniversary screening Thursday night at Liberty Hall. The Swans were among about 135 people at the showing. Allison Watkins, Branson, Mo., senior, said she remembered watching the original broadcast as a child with her mother. "It scared the crap out of me, as it would anyone, especially when you're five," Watkins said. Several individuals directly involved with the creation of the film attended the screening, and climbed up on stage after the film's conclusion to answer questions from the audience. Nicholas Meyer, the director, said it was important to understand how the subject matter transcended the commercial consideration of television at that time. Meyer said the initial version of the film, originally conceived as a three-hour movie to be shown on two consecutive evenings in order to cost 60 minutes worth of advertising, contained about an hour's worth of padding. "I told the producers, I don't see anybody tuning in for night two of Armageddon, so why don't you just let me shoot it the best way I know how?" Meyer shared with the audience. He said, ultimately, it was a moot point — most of the project's commercial sponsors had dropped out once word of the film's subject matter got out. Robert Papazian, the movie's producer, recalled an event toward the end of the editing process. "While we were in post-production, we got a message from ABC to send a copy of the movie to the White House," Papazian said. He told the audience that he later learned that President Ronald Reagan, after viewing it, sent the copy to Mikhail Gorbachev, then the leader of the Soviet Union. Whether the movie had a direct effect on either man couldn't really be known, Papazian said, but noted that the two did sign the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty in 1987. When an audience member asked Meyer if he had considered re-releasing the DVD version of the movie to include extra footage, commentary or other special features, Meyer was direct in his refusal. "The short answer is no," Meyer said. "The longer answer is, I'd prefer not. And the reason is that catastrophe is so horrible, most people would rather do anything than think about it. So I'm not inclined to include more material that would just be a diversion from the real subject matter." Edited by Brieun Scott CAMPUS Group funding raises questions among Student Senators BY HALEY JONES hjones@kansan.com Who knew a weather balloon could cause so much controversy? Members of the Experimental Balloor Members of the Exp Society, a student group that launches large weather balloons to take scientific measurements, received $2,500 from Student Senate to fund its project despite concerns that the cost of the project outweighed its potential benefit to students. The funding request passed after 45 minutes of debate Wednesday night. senator, said although the group was educational for students, engineering projects tended to be expensive. He said he was concerned Senate would not have enough money to fund student groups next semester. A group of people are working together to tie a large net. They are standing in a grassy field with trees in the background. The net is being stretched across the ground, and the people are holding it steady as they work. Alex Porte, Great Falls, Va., senior and Student Senate treasurer, said the Senate gave at least 25 percent of unallocated funds to engineering groups. The group's funding request raised controversy among the Senate because $30,000 would be all that remained for other student groups for the rest of this academic year. "He said he was concerned Senate would not have enough money to fund student groups next semester." "To tell students they should commit more than the engineering student council seems excessive when a total of $30,000 remains for the next five months," he said. BRIAN HARDOUIIN Law senator The balloon project cost about $6,000 and the Engineering Student Council and Brian Hardouin, Broomfield, Colo., law Andy Haverkamp. Hoyt sophomore and engineering senator, said if Senate had not approved the group's funding request, the program wouldn't exist. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO the Department of Aerospace Engineering each allocated about $2,000 for the project. The School of Engineering also allowed the group to use a building on West Campus for its balloon project. Members of the Experimental Balloon Society set up a weather balloon, which is used to for scientific measurements. The group received $2,500 from the Student Senate on Wednesday for an experiment to launch a rocket into outer space, about 62 miles above Earth, from a weather balloon. The group is working on a project in which a rocket attached to a weather balloon could potentially reach the legal limit of outer space after being launched from the balloon. Daniel Zehr, president of the group, said the rocket could eventually fly higher than 62 miles, which is the legal boundary of space, after being released from the balloon. Zehr said the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, University of Colorado and Cambridge University were working on similar projects. The group plans to continue launching the "Rockoon" until May, or until the rockoon reaches a height of 100 kilometers, or about 62 miles. "We think we have a pretty good chance at beating them to the punch." Zehr said. "At that point, the University would have an actual space program." Though some senetors expressed concerns that the Experimental Balloon Society was made up of mostly engineering students, Zehr said the 20 active members included two physics majors, two geology majors, an education graduate student and a creative writing major. index "It really is multidisciplinary," he said. "We're trying to branch out from engineering." Senate approved the request 39-18, with one senator abstaining from voting. Edited by Brieun Scottt Classifieds... 8A Opinion... 5A Crossword... 4A Sports... 10A Horoscopes... 4A Sudoku... 4A All contents, unless stated otherwise, © 2008 The University Daily Kansan STATES DISAGREE ON HOW TO SPEND TOBACCO SUIT MONEY While some have started to fund projects such as museums, other states have used to money for tax breaks. NEWS | 2A weather TODAY A man in a hat is sitting on a bench, reading a book. He looks up at the sky. A woman stands beside him, holding a small bag and looking at him. They are surrounded by trees and buildings. 40 26 Mostly sunny SATURDAY 5231 Sunny 空 SUNDAY 5831 Partly cloudy weather.com 2A NEWS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2008 quote of the day "A truly great book should be read in youth, again in maturity and once more in old age, as a fine building should be seen by morning light, at noon and by moonlight." fact of the day www.hemmy.com If you are right handed, you will tend to chew your food on your right side. If you are left handed, you will tend to chew your food on your left side. most e-mailed Here's a list of the five most e-mailed stories from Kansan. com: 1. Montemayor: Athletic event sponsorships steady 2. Dillen: Athletic event sponsorships steady 2. Fill poppin penns 3. McConnell: How corn in-filtrated the entire food chain 4. 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Postmaster: Send address changes to The University Daily Kansan, 119 Stauffer-Flint Hall, 1435 Jayhawk Blvd., Lawrence, KS 66045 media partners NEWS KUJH For more news, turn to KUJH TV on Sunflower Broadband Channel 31 in Lawrence. The student-produced news airs at 5:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m., 9:30 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. every Monday through Friday. Also, check out KUJH online at tvku.edu. KJHK is the studi do. Each day three sports, talk shows and other content made for students, by students. Wheth- er it's rock 'n' roll or reggae, sports or special events, KJHK 90.7 for you. 907 kjha Bungled ballots DARRELL CASTLE Constitution write-in, if any U.S. SENATOR VOTE FOR ONE DEAN BARKLEY Independence NORM COLEMAN Republican AL FRANKEN Democratic-Farmer-Labor CHARLES ALDRICH Libertarian JAMES NIEMACKL Constitution write-in, if any U.S. REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 3 Barb Cox, a Plymouth city hall worker, holds a rejected ballot that was challenged by the Franken Campaign Thursday in Plymouth, Minn. Disputed ballots in Minnesota's U.S. Senate race are growing at a pace likely to dwarf the 215- vote margin before the recount. And that makes it tough to tell whether Coleman or Franken is gaining an edge as the recount progresses. ASSOCIATED PRESS THE HOTEL IN AUSTRIAN CITY State administrators in Alaska recently used funds received from the 1998 tobacco settlement to complete the University of Alaska Museum of the North in Fairbanks, Alaska. POLITICS Debate about use of funds drags on States divided on how to spend money received from tobacco settlement ASSOCIATED PRESS In 2006, Alaska desperately needed cash to complete a museum featuring a mummified bison and other natural wonders of the frozen north. So the state dipped into its share of the landmark 1998 tobacco settlement. The billions that began flowing from cigarette makers to the states a decade ago also helped outfit the Niagara County, N.Y., golf course with new carts and sprinklers. And the money has gone toward college scholarships in Michigan, tax breaks in Illinois and Ohio, a dog catcher in Lincoln, Neb., and jails and schools elsewhere around the country. Despite the promises of politicians and policymakers, states and counties have spent the lion's share of the settlement money on things that have nothing to do with public health or smoking, even as oncefalling teen smoking rates have stagnated. Of the $61.5 billion divided among 46 states between 2000 and 2006, only 30 percent was spent on health care, according to federal Government Accountability Office data analyzed by The Associated Press. Less than 4 percent went to anti-smoking efforts. "A lot of people on both sides thought we were going to enter a new Eden, and we haven't," said Thomas Glynn, director of cancer science and trends at the American Cancer Society. But even then, lawmakers and others were eyeing the money for other needs. States defend the myriad ways they have spent their tobacco money, which is still being paid out in annual installments and is expected to total $294 billion over 25 years in today's dollars. They note that no strings were attached to the settlement reached on Nov. 23, 1998, and that anti-smoking campaigns do not cost billions. "Our view was, that was money that we had to spend as a result of tobacco-related illnesses. This was paying us back for that," said Scott Pattison, executive director of the National Association of State Budget Officers. Gregory Connolly, director of Massachusetts' Tobacco Control Program from 1993 to 2003, said the failure to funnel more of the money into anti-smoking campaigns was a retreat from implicit promises made at the time of the settlement. "We should use this money to fund cancer research, offer health insurance to the poor, keep kids from smoking and arrest those who sell tobacco products to our children," said then-Pennsylvania Attorney General Mike Fisher. States had sued the industry to recover the crushing costs of treating smoking-related illnesses in people enrolled in public health programs such as Medicare and Medicaid. Big Tobacco also agreed to eliminate advertising aimed at teenagers. In return, it won protection from future lawsuits. At the time, many states intended to spend settlement money on health care and anti-smoking campaigns. "Every state court case had that built into it, that we're here for the kids," said Connolly, now a professor at the Harvard School of Public Health. "But the legislatures said, 'This is our money. Thanks for suing, but we're going to decide how to spend the money.'" Over the years, about two dozen states have sold off portions of their annual tobacco-settlement payments for upfront money, sometimes for pennies on the dollar. And now, with the economy in crisis, more states are proposing to dip into their tobacco money to solve some of their problems. ODD NEWS New York couple helps butterfly on its trip south LAKE LUZERNE, N.Y. — A monarch butterfly has a chance at completing its species' famed migration to central Mexico thanks to some tiny cardboard splints, a bit of contact cement and a trucker from Alabama. The insect's broken wing was painstakingly splinted by an upstate New York couple who then helped it hitch a ride south after the weather in the southern Adirondacks turned cold. On Sunday, the couple took the healed monarch in a shoebox to Scotty's, a popular and busy truck stop about 35 miles north of Albany. Anybody looking for company on the trip south? She and her partner, Mike Parwana, fed it rotting pears and water mixed with honey from bees they keep. The butterfly fattened but the question remained: What about the broken wing? "And all these truckers looked down at their shoes," Parwana told the newspaper. "If you ever want to feel strange, walk into Scotty's and just put it out there that you want them to take a box south." About three weeks ago, Jeannette Brandt was out for a bike ride in rural Hadley when she spied the injured butterfly and took it home in her emptied water bottle. A search of the internet turned up a nine-minute video demonstration posted by the Live Monarch Foundation, a nonprofit group from Boca Raton, Fla., on how to fix a broken butterfly wing. A little contact cement on the wing, some tiny cardboard splints, and the bruised butterfly was back in business. Eventually, a trucker from Alabama, on his way to Florida, raised his hand. 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The Case for Strengthening Laboratory Medicine in Africa" will begin at 3:30 p.m. in the Seminar Room in Hall Center. The student group event "St. Lawrence Catholic Campus Center: Theme PART-y" will begin at 8 p.m. in the St. Lawrence Catholic Campus Center. The "SUA Feature Film: The Dark Knight" will begin at 8 p.m. in Woodruff Auditorium in the Kansas Union. The University Dance Company Concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Lied Center. The lecture "Springs and Things: Nature's Design Approach for Robustness in Biological Function" will begin at 3:30 p.m. in 2010 Malott. BEN&JERRY'S The social event "TGIF" will begin at 4 p.m. in Adams Alumni Center. The workshop "Poster Presentations for Beginners" will begin at 3 p.m. in the Gridiron Room in the Burge Union. The lecture "Binary recursive partitioning methods and psychology applications" will begin at 2 p.m. in 547 Fraser. Associated Press on campus Sure, we know that Dr. James Naismith invented basketball. 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Just 'cross the bridge 401 N.2nd St. 842-0372 THE UNIVERSITY MARY KANSAN FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2008 NEWS 3A CAMPUS Student groups offer something for everyone Ducks Unlimited, Prison Ball Club and The Art of Living Club are among the more than 500 clubs available on campus. BY JESSE TRIMBLE jtrimble@kansan.com Have an interest in ducks, prison ball or breathing? There's a campus group for you. There are 536 groups registered with the University and countless other unofficial groups that students can join. Ducks Unlimited, Prison Ball Club and the Art of Living Club are just a few this campus has to offer. MIKE Alex Gordizella and Brian Baccariello, Lawrence juniors, are co-presidents of Prison Ball Club. Prison Ball Club has 43 official members, but has recruited many more on occasion to play the dodgeball like so. DUCKS UNLIMITED MEMBERSHIP: 8 YEAR FOUNDED: 1995 Ducks Unlimited at the University is part of a national organization. Taylor Erickson, Herington junior and Ducks Unlimited president said the group wasn't about just waterfowl; it is interested in preserving all wildlife. "You have to have something to hunt and you have to raise money to produce habitats for the animals you hunt," he said. Erickson said getting the word out about Ducks Unlimited was difficult. "Trying to market our group and get people more interested is the biggest challenge," Erickson said. "Most are confused because they ask how we can be hunters and are about conserving wildlife." Erickson said the group had raised $2,500 by auctioning Ducks Unlimited merchandise to raise money, which was donated to Ducks Unlimited to save wildlife and conserve land. Erickson said Ducks Unlimited wasn't yet a University-sponsored organization because groups must have support from a faculty member. He said the group hadn't made that step yet. "Being able to meet with people at KU that have similar interests is one thing," Erickson said. "But if it's going towards a good cause, that's great, too." Stephanie McCauley, Victorville, Calif., senior, is the only female member of Ducks Unlimited. Ryan McGeenev/KANSAN Both McCaulley and Erickson have hunting backgrounds and said they had grown up with the sport. McCaulley's family hunts both duck and large game. She said it was something she enjoyed, too. McCauley said after hunting expeditions her family would always use every part of the animal. She said her mother made jewelry out of the feathers of ducks. Erickson said the group planned to take hunting expeditions together. He said the group would go out during the months of October through December for duck season and possibly February for goose season. McCaulley said that for her, Ducks Unlimited was about conservation. "It's really a club that's about the outdoors and nature — you don't have to hunt," she said. "It's just about doing your part to conserve these wetlands so they can live on for many years." For more information, visit the "Ducks Unlimited at KU" Facebook group. PRISON BALL CLUB PRISON BALL CLUB MEMBERSHIP: 41 YEAR FOUNDED: 2008 Brian Bracciano, Lawrence junior and co-president of Prison Ball Club, said that the new group to campus wasn't just about having fun and playing ball, but that it had also been a tradition since middle school. Prison Ball, Bracciano said, is a dodgeball-like sport that allows many people to join in the activity. He said the group had recruited more than 120 people to play before. "It's definitely a lot more strategic than dodgeball," Bracciano said. The game is played with the same types of balls and has two jails at opposing ends of the gym. When one person from a team is struck with a ball, they must go to the opposing team's jail and a member from their队 has to throw balls into the jail to get them out. When one member from a team throws the ball through the basketball goal, then the entire team is released from jail in a jailbreak. Bracciano said he began a group at Free State High School and from there it had grown to forming a group on campus. He said Prison Ball Club was waiting to hear from Student Senate about funding for the group. Alex Gordzica, Lawrence junior and co-president of the group, said Prison Ball Club was entertaining and fulfilling. "It allows people to do something that they wouldn't normally do", he said. "Plus, I think kids ourage have a lot of aggression and it helps get that out." Bracciano said the group can't charge members an admission fee because it wouldn't get funding from Student Senate and the Ambler Student Recreation Center charges $15 an hour to use its gym courts. Bracciano said the group had high hopes and would hear from Student Senate about the funding decision on Dec. 3. "We're still using the same balls we bought back in high school," he said. For more information, go to www.ku.edu/organizations or visit the "Prisonble: A KU Chapter" Facebook group. THE ART OF LIVING CLUB MEMBERSHIP: 20 YEAR FOUNDED: 2007 The Art of Living Club focuses on breathing and mind exercises. Manas Bhatnagar, Bholal, India, sophomore and president, said certain sessions are targeted for different things. "The Body, Breath and Mind session is one that is meant to relax you," Bhatnagar said, "It reaches the body and the mind." Bhatnagar said he thought of the group as a way for individuals to handle their own share of stress and to uplift society. He said the ultimate goal for the group is just to have fun. The group offers three different sessions and meets every Wednesday at Hashinger Hall. Certified breathing instructors teach the course and the group also brings in yoga instructors on occasion. The club gets its name from the Art of Living Foundation, which is a national organization with courses in stress relief. According to the group's description, there are no religious components to the sessions and are primarily simple techniques of meditation, yoga and breathing. "The instructors for the course all have full-time jobs," Bhatnagar said. "This is just volunteer work for them." For more information, go to www.ku.edu/organizations. Edited by Becka Cremen ARTS New theater to offer jobs, opportunities BY BRANDY ENTSMINGER bentsminger@kansan.com BARN The old Pachamama's building at the corner of 23rd and Kasold streets looks common at first glance, but it will soon house what will be the only Shakespearean theater in Kansas. The building's Shakespearean atmosphere — a double roof and woods with a creek and a footbridge in back — drew Victoria Hartman in. Hartman, a playwright who recently moved to Lawrence, first noticed the building's potential while sitting on a bench outside it, finishing rewrites for her play, "Monsoon Christmas." Hartman has since developed a plan to use the building as the home of the Shakespeare Repertory Theater Company. The theater will offer students the opportunity to watch Shakespearean plays and to participate in the productions. The building that was formerly Pachamama's Restaurant will soon be turned into a Shakespearean Theater and will employ KU students through independent study classes and internships. Students in the departments of English, theater and music and dance will have the opportunity to work at the theater, which is planned to open by next summer. Jackie Koester, Hoisington sophomore, played the "Lady of the Night" in the University Theatre's production of Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night" last semester. The company plans to present five performances each season and feature professional and local actors. It will also offer about 30 independent study opportunities and internships for college students, programs for students in secondary school and training for people interested in careers in Shakespeare. "Shakespeare's themes still have significant meanings and relevance, even in today's generation," Koester said. Koester said a Shakespearean theater in Lawrence would give students the opportunity to explore themes such as love, hatred and passion and the history behind Shakespeare's works. Hartman is working to build partnerships with the department of theatre and film; the department of music and dance and the schools of fine arts, business and education at the University. She said she hoped to work with schools and universities in Lawrence, Topeka, Ottawa, Manhattan and Kansas City. Paul Laird, professor of music and dance, spoke with Hartman about the project. He said the theater would give musicology students who generally worked with papers and presentations a chance to design, perform or arrange music for a production. Hartman said she plans to create a managing producer position to help handle the budget, ticket sales and daily business of the company. Joe Haugh, Leawood senior, is a marketing major with a concentration in entrepreneurship. He said an internship such as the one at the theater would be beneficial for business students. "You actually get to put some of what you've learned out in the real world." Haugh said. Hartman said she was excited about the design for the theater, which will include a T-shaped stage to allow for more interaction with the audience. The building will also include set and costume shops and three acoustically designed practice rooms for art forms such as stage fighting, clowning and Elizabethan dance. Professionals from Shakespeare and Company in Lenox, Mass., will teach some classes for a month-long intensive professional actor training program. Hartman said the company inspired her to start her own theater in Lawrence. In the spring, the theater will sponsor a number of fundraisers to pay for expenses, including an "Amazing Shakespeare Race" based on the CBS program "The Amazing Race." Hartman will ask businesses to donate money for the event, which will feature contestants racing to four Kansas cities in three days, performing tasks related to Shakespearean works. The winning team will receive $10,000. Hartman said the goal for the theater was to be self-sustaining in WELCOME STORE PIZZA! 711 W. 23 St. #19 Located in The Media Shoppe Center 785-865-2323 OPEN LAST NIGHT $6.99 Large I Topping Dine in • Catered • Delivery www.WHILESTATEPIZZA.com Not valid with other offers. Delivery Fee Appl. M Wid 11 p.m. Thur & Sun at 1 a.m. Fri & Sat at 3 a.m. Rep. 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LONDON — A judge will likely grant Madonna and Guy Ritchie an initial divorce decree on Friday, according to the schedule for London's High Court. The court lists "Ciccone M L v Ritchie G S" as one of 17 cases for "matrimonial and civil partnership causes for pronouncement of decree." That means a judge is to grant the couple a preliminary divorce decree, or decree nisi. It is unusual for the couple to attend court in such cases. After six weeks and a day, the couple will probably be granted a decree absolute and the divorce will become final. ASSOCIATED PRESS British media reported Thursday that the celebrity pair had reached a settlement which would see the pop superstar keep the majority of her estimated 300 million pound ($445 million) fortune and share custody of two of her children with her film-director husband. The papers said the couple had also reached a deal regarding their two children: Rocco, 8, and David Banda, 3, who was adopted from Malawi in 2006. A report in the Evening Standard newspaper said Ritchie had refused to take any of Madonna's assets, while the Times of London said Madonna would hold on to the bulk of her fortune. The two boys would split their time between Britain and the United States, the papers said, while Lourdes — Madonna's 12-year-old daughter from a previous relationship with personal trainer Carlos Leon — will live with her mother in the United States. Neither paper cited a named source for their reports and requests for comment from representatives for the couple were not immediately returned. An agreement between the two would avoid an ugly, public and expensive courtroom battle like the one between former Beatle Paul McCartney and model Heather Mills. Mills has said the media coverage of the rancorous divorce had pushed her to the brink of suicide; McCartney compared the process to going through hell. Madonna and Ritchie, director of "Snatch" and "Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels," married in December 2000 at Skibo Castle in the Scottish Highlands. In recent years, however, the relationship was dogged by rumors that the pair had fallen out over Madonnas plans to adopt a second child from Malawi. Media reports over the summer — denied by Madonna — linked the singer to the breakup of New York Yankee Alex Rodriguez's marriage to his ex-wife Cynthia. Madonna and Ritchie announced last month they were divorcing after almost eight years of marriage. They own homes in London, Los Angeles and New York, and a 1,200-acre retreat in Wiltshire, England. PHILANTHROPY Affleck to raise awareness of Congolese refugees GOMA, Congo — Ben Affleck is talking to children and aid officials in refugee camps in war-torn eastern Congo in an effort to raise awareness of the conflict that has displaced at least 250,000 people. The actor has visited the Central African country four times since 2007 and also has made a documentary about its problems. "I'm not an expert in international affairs or diplomacy, but it doesn't take that to see the tremendous suffering here," he told the Associated Press on Thursday in Goma, the regional capital. "It's not something that we as human Some fear the current crisis could once again draw in neighboring countries. Congo's devastating 1998-2002 war split the vast nation into rival fielddoms and involved half a dozen African armies. Years of sporadic violence in eastern Congo intensified in August, when fighting heated up between the army and fighters loyal to rebel leader Laurent Nkunda. is to urge people to give money to the NGOs and charities doing hard work in eastern Congo on meager funds," he said. "And if people out there have an existing relationship with a charity, to urge that charity to get involved in eastern Congo. To let people know, 'Don't just read the horror stories in the newspapers and turn off'" "I'm really glad that more people are paying more attention to (Congo) now but I'm really sadened that it taken this uptick in violence to make that happen," Affleck said. "The primary reason ! am here Affleck said he first became interested in Congo a few years ago, when Hollywood's attentions began to focus another African crisis, Darfur. After doing more research on Africa, he was shocked to learn about Congo's four-year war, during which an estimated 5 million people died. HOROSCOPES Aries (March 21-April 19) Today is an A If you not already working for yourself, you probably should be. You're knocking yourself out for low pay, and that's the way most entrepreneurs start out. Give it some thought. 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. ARIES (March 21-April 19) Today is on 8 TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Today is an 8 Today is an 8 The sun's going into Sagittarius for the next four weeks. 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As a queer student here at KU, I've got a few pretty good reasons, and none of them go against democracy. If anything, the reasons for protesting the Proposition 8 decision are upholding pillars of democracy. In a previous letter to the editor, the author of the letter compared the presidential election to the passing of Proposition 8 in California. He compared numbers. About 52 percent of the votes went for Obama, and in California 52 percent of the votes said yes to Proposition 8. But the last time I checked, my civil rights and the civil rights of all people were not numbers and percentages. This is not merely a matter of who won and by how much. This is a direct declaration, loud and clear, that second-class citizenship and blatant discrimination are still alive and kicking in this country. It is proof that although we've come a very long way in the fight for equal rights for all, we still have a very long way to go. The question of why the LGBT community and our allies are protesting the decision made on Proposition 8 should be obvious. Very obvious. What would happen if other advocates gave up Protests are held to showcase injustices placed on those who don't have the rights they deserve. The passing of Proposition 8 is a big step back for not only the gay community, but for the freedoms this country is supposed to afford its entire people. The people have indeed spoken, but both sides realize this fight is not over. Such scenarios seem ridiculous today, but I'm sure that in their early stages, many people would have preferred these advocates step down in such fashion. The gay community is not going away, and its allies Where would fights such as those for women's rights, interracial marriage and the black vote be if the nation did not evolve in thinking and grant the minority and less powerful the rights they deserve as Americans? What if the trailblazers of their day shrugged it off as a good try and just went home? You shouldn't have to ask why. You shouldn't have to wonder why we find it necessary to have rights that you already have. It's simple. We are fighting for visibility, tolerance, understanding, compassion and our very livelihood. We are fighting for something that goes so far beyond marriage it isn't even funny. We are fighting to walk down the street at night and not worry about what might happen because of who we are. We are fighting to be able to visit our loved ones in hospitals during family/spouse visiting hours. We are fighting to be able to raise families and live happily with those families. We are fighting for our right to not be discriminated against, to not be emotionally and physically abused by those in this society who still don't accept us. We are fighting for the right to fight until we get what every one should get; a first-class citizenship and the recognition we for so long have deserved. We are your friends, your neighbors, your classmates, your teachers and your family. If you are still wondering why we are fighting, perhaps you should ask yourself why you aren't at our sides, as an ally, fighting with us. — Erica Goddard is a junior from Lawrence. will only grow in number and strenth. Proposition 22 passed in California in 2000 with nearly 62 percent in favor. Proposition 8 mirrored much of its message this year, but the number in support dropped to 52 percent. I wonder what would happen with another four years of solid campaigning by the gay community to bring this issue back for another vote. This is not a matter of religion or creed. This is about equality. A law advocating marriage for both gay and straight couples does not diminish any other couple's union although many religious leaders and churches would like their congregations to think otherwise. Why people think lawful gay marriage is a problem is amusing to me. The only people this vote truly affects are those who want so badly to share in a life that straight couples take for granted. Brian Walters is a senior from Catherine. @KANSAN.COM @ Join the conversation. Read and post comments online at kansan.com/opinion or submit a letter to the editor by following the steps below. HOW TO SUBMIT A LETTER TO THE EDITOR The submission should include the author's name, grade and hometown. Send letters to opinionikansan.com Write LETTER TO THE EDITOR in the e-mail subject line. Length: 300 words LETTER GUIDELINES Find the full letter to the editor policy online at kansan.com/letters. 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THE CHEERLEADER, THE DORK, THE REAPER, THE PENGUIN, AND THE HOT GUY. But the people who are immune to their inexplicable allure must band together and brace themselves for the oncoming Spoof-pocalyse. We must not be blindsided because if we let down our guard, one day we will suddenly find ourselves at a screening of the Wayans Brothers' upcoming spoof "Dance Flick" wondering what the hell happened. There are few things lamer than (Blank) Movie, the series of increasingly moronic spoof "films" made by untalented Hollywood directors and writers Jason Friedberg and Aaron Seltzer. One of those few things is the inevitable riff after a new one is cranked out: The movie's synopsis is like a verbal M.C. Escher drawing: When Chase's character leaves his position as the boss of a failing film studio, his replacement gives a production assistant the task of directing a spoof movie that spoofs spoof movies. Within the spoof spoof, Reynolds plays an actor playing the director of the spoof ... spoof. "What's next?! 'Animated Movie?' 'Space Movie?' How about 'Spoof Movie,' where they spoof soops! Wouldn't that be crazy?" Every single moviegoer in the world has cracked up his friends with the possibilities that come from Friedberg and Seltzer's movie-by-numbers method of creating anti-cinema. Although ostensibly pointing out their laziness, people who partake in this particular line of thought anymore are just as lazy and just as wrong in thinking they're being original or funny. Last week, The Hollywood Reporter Hollywood reported that Chevy Chase and Burt Reynolds will be "poofing the nonstop flood of spoof films" in "Not Another Not Another Movie." No intelligent person thinks this recent rash of spoof flicks is anything less than garbage. But this is simply not the way to go about sticking it to Friedberg and Seltzer and the cruel suits who repeatedly give them the green light. Of course, in writing this column, I'm a part of the problem. I'm reminding the smart folks who read this paper that these movies exist. This hypocrisy used to be merely annoying. But it has become something much worse: The inevitable conclusion of that riff, Spoof Movie, is becoming reality. This isn't fighting fire with fire. This is fighting illiteracy by blowing up a library. NOT ANOTHER, OTHER,SCARY TEEN MOVIE Featuring: Nothing is accomplished with this film except for bringing more If Wilde were alive today, he'd be dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after seeing what passes for entertainment these days. And that would truly be the lamest thine of all. attention to the spoof genre just as it appears to be losing its profitability, "Disaster Movie," the most recent incarnation of the series, premiered at No. 7 in the box office, making under $7 million during Labor Day weekend. But as the beast begins to die, Chevy Chase decides to swoop in and revive it. As Oscar Wilde once said, "The only thing worse than being talked about is not being talked about." Instead of doing the right thing by just ignoring the movies, True Fiction Filmz (the company producing this movie, and yes, it's spelled with a "z") is legitimizing its existence by immortalizing its influence on culture. Why won't you use your powers for good. Chevy Chase? Nichols is an Overland Park sophomore in creative writing. This movie is providing free publicity to the franchise that it is spoofing. Even the slightest bit of success on its part will not only motivate Friedberg and Seltzer to spoof back, but would also encourage moviegoers to see their new film out of morbid curiosity. It's a shameful exercise in competitive spoofery that will end in carnage. editorials around the nation Where is the strict bailout oversight? When Congress established the $700 billion bailout fund, it promised strict oversight. A month later, with $290 billion already committed, we have our answer as to what that means: There isn't any. Congress has yet to name the members of a special oversight panel. The deadline under the law for the first oversight report by that panel has passed and the panel may not be able to make the Jan. 20 deadline for a Paulson much more detailed report. The bailout law also created an entity called the Financial Stability Oversight Board, whose five members include Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson and Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke, who would effectively be doing oversight over themselves. The board has no staff. Congress promised the hallmarks of the federal government's massive intervention in the markets would be oversight and transparency. A top priority of its lame duck session must be to make good on that promise. Rocky Mountain News Nov.15 editorial FREE FOR ALL To contribute to Free for All, visit Kansan.com or call 785-864-0500. 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RAINS rains@kansan.com Cody Daniels was so excit Cody Daniel for last year's Border Show down against the Missouri Tigers that he and his friends jumped in their RV and headed to Arrowhead Stadium more than six hours before kickoff. But Daniels traffic on Interstate 435. "It was very frustrating." Daniels said. "It was a big mess. We were real surprised, because we figured "It was a big mess. We figured we were going to beat the crowd. It was a pain in the butt because we had to park way in the back." Shawnee freshman, and his friends couldn't get into the stadium's parking lot for more than two hours as they sat in standstill CODY DANIELS Shawnee freshman we were going to beat the crowd. It was a pain in the butt, because we had to park way in the back and it took probably 10 or 15 minutes to walk from where we were parked to get to the stadium." year's game that they hope will alleviate last year's parking lot mess. They have assigned all parking lots on the west side of Arrowhead Stadium for Kansas fans and parking lots to the east of the stadium to Missouri fans. To help fix the problem. Arrowhead Stadium has formed a new parking procedure for this The new plan should help fans avoid the lines on both I-435 and I-70 that stretched as long as five miles and forced fans from both teams to wait as long as three hours to get into the parking lot last year. Parking lots will open five hours prior to kickoff, meaning that those attending the 11:30 a.m. game can start tailgating at 6:30 a.m. Either way, the new lots should allow fans of each team to tailgate together and have a better time leading up to kickoff. "Arrowhead has worked with the schools to formulate a parking plan that should help Kansas fans and Missouri fans get into the parking lot quicker," Jim Marchiony, associate athletics director, said. "It should also help get them into the stadium quicker and easier once they get there as well." "It will probably help." Daniels said. "But people from the opposite team will go and venture into the other parking lot and they are just going to get manhandled." Arrowhead officials recommend carpooling to the Nov. 29 game and arriving early to avoid missing any of the game, because police will pat down each person entering the stadium. Edited by Becka Cremer Take the hassle out of the holidays. Let Perkins do the cooking. Order your Thanksgiving Feast today. 100% 100% Now you can bring home Perkins for the holidays with our new Holiday Feasts and our delicious fresh baked pies. Three ways to order. • Online at www.perkinsrestaurants.com • Come by and order • Call ahead to place your order *24 hour advance notice required. For a limited time only at participating restaurants. Printed in the U.S.A. © 2008 Perkins & Marie DeLappert Inc. 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Perkins RESTAURANT & BISTROCHE Breakfast is just the beginning LPGA Hall of Famer must be in top 16 Friday to continue WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Annika Sorenstam arrived at the first tee Thursday morning, shook a few hands and got a kiss on the cheek from Donald Trump. Then she turned to the gallery and waved. On Friday, unless she moves a bit up the leaderboard, she'll be waving goodbye. Sorenstam shot a 2-over par 74 in Thursday's opening round of the ADT Championship, good for a tie for 23rd in the 32-woman event, her final LPGA Tour appearance before "stepping away" from competitive golf. The field gets trimmed to 16 after Friday's play, meaning Sorenstam has some work remaining just to reach the weekend. Otherwise, her LPGA Tour career will come to an unceremonious end. Sorentam put together consecutive birds on the par-4 14th and par-5 15th to stop the bogey bleeding and finished six shots behind Katherine Hull (68). "I was a little nervous. I feel like I'm playing good. I'm excited about the week," Sorenstam said. "But I'm telling you, nothing went my way today." Indeed, it was not a dominant round for the woman who once controlled her sport. She went barefoot into the water on the par-3 seventh to salvage a bogey and was 4 over through 10 holes, putting her into what seemed like a precarious spot. But as she's done so many times throughout her 72-win career, the Hall of Famer rallied. "I think she wants to win a few more," Hull said. "But I guess time will tell." Sorenstam is a four-time ADT winner and a giant fan of the Trump International course, but in this double-cut, erase-the-scores format, she's never even reached the weekend. L t h B fa od t The scores are erased after Friday's play, then get wiped clear again after Saturday's round, after which only the top eight get invited back Sunday to play for the $1 million winner's prize. Associated Press THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2008 SPORTS 7A SOCCER (CONTINUED FROM 10A) Soccer season at a glance McCabe said of Kansas' ability to cope with setbacks. "Getting beat 6-0 by Missouri was kind of heart-breaking. To come back and beat Texas A&M 4-2 just showed we could come back from adversity." Just making the tournament is no longer a goal at Kansas. It's an expectation. But more than that, doubling the program's all-time victory total against the Aggies and making the NCAA Tournament helped give the program the momentum it lacked after three consecutive seasons without any tournament experience. It gave Kansas something to build on. Predictably, Francis' message to his team following the loss to Stanford was straight to the point. — Edited by Ramsey Cox "Just seeing your name pop up on the screen in a bracket was a something different that none of us had experienced," Dolinsky said. "A lot of us want that feeling again." Graphic by Peter Sotz Kansas won five straight games to begin the season before a stretch of road games and the beginning of Big 12 Conference play cooled its hot start. The Jayhawks wouldn't win or lose more than two game in a row for the rest of the season, but still collected enough quality wins to play in the NCAA Tournament. Win ___ Loss ___ Tie ___ Central Florida — Coming off the loss to Loyola Chicago, the Jayhawks rebounded with a 3-2 victory against then-No. 18 Central Florida. It was Kansas’ first road victory against a ranked opponent since 2004. Texas A&M — Facing a must-win situation to even garner post-season consideration, Kansas knocked off No. 8 Texas A&M 4-2 in the first round of the Big 12 Championship. It was the second time the Jayhawks defeated the Aggies during the season, and was also enough to secure Kansas a spot in the NCAA Tournament. Loyola Chicago — Maybe Kansas overlooked Loyola Chicago. Perhaps it was just an off-day. Whatever the case, the Jayhawks’ 2-1 loss to the Ramblers was Kansas’ first loss of the season. Missouri — Still desperately looking to clinch a spot in the NCAA Tournament, the Jayhawks suffered a major setback with a 6-0 loss at Missouri. The game marked Kansas’ worst defeat since 1999. Denver — Simply put, Kansas won its first NCAA Tournament game since 2004 with a 2-1 victory against Denver in the first round. Pendus (3-0) Andrew (2-1) UAB (5-2) SMU (1-0) MSU (4-1) Loyola Chi (2-1) UCF (3-2) Florida (2-1) UNL (2-1) BU (3-2) TTU (2-0) CU (2-0) OSU (2-2) OU (1-1) TAA&M (1-0) Burnd Martin (2-0) Texas (1-0) Baylor (1-0) Missouri (1-1) TAA&M (4-2) Missouri (1-1) Denver (2-1) Stanford (2-0) Honest golfer ineligible after illegal ball use The only thing that seems remarkable to Hayes about that decision is the stir it created. the moment J.P. Hayes saw the golf ball on the floor in his hotel room, he knew he could keep his mouth shut and his chances of playing full-time on the PGA Tour next season alive or pick up the phone and disqualify himself. "it's blown me away," Hayes said Thursday. "I certainly don't want to be made out as a hero. I'm just a player that did the right thing." Hayes was on the tee at the par-3 12th hole in the first round of the PGA Tour's qualifying tournament when his caddie flipped him the ball. He missed the green, chipped on, marked his ball and then realized it wasn't the one he'd started the day with. Hayes called over an official and took a two-shot penalty, then went back to playing his original ball on the next tee. VOLLEYBALL Like a lot of golfers, Hayes goes through his golf bag every night. The night after the second round, he realized the ball that had already cost him two strokes was a prototype that hadn't been approved for tournament play. After he called a PGA tour official, he recalled, "I pretty much knew at that point I was done." Team prepares to face Longhorns Associated Press BY JOSH BOWE jbowe@kansan.com It's officially gut check time for Kansas. The final stand starts Saturday, on the road in Austin, to face the No. 4 Texas Longhorns. The volleyball team has only three matches remaining this season. Each against a team with a winning record. Each critical to the team's slim chance of making it into the NCAA Tournament. At least the Jayhawks' last match was against Nebraska, one of the premier teams in the Big 12. "They'll (Texas) put a lot of pressure on you with their serve and their attack and their block," coach Ray Bechard said. "We've seen it before, but it's how we manage it on our side of the net." Although Nebraska and Texas are different teams, Bechard thinks that the Jayhawks can transfer some of the strengths from last week's match to Saturday night's match. "You see some of the same physicality," Bechard said. "The speed A bye week certainly helps. The players received their first day off of the game is similar, I think those opponents back-to-back do help you" Although it isn't as sound in fundamentals as a team like Nebraska, Texas offers some of the best athletes in the conference. Texas just flexed its muscles against that same Nebraska team on Wednesday night. The Longhorns punished the Cornhuskers in four sets. They accumulated 25 total blocks and junior All-American Destinee Hooker stole the show from Nebraska's All-American Jordan Larson with 24 kills. "We have to focus on what we did really well," Garlington said of the Nebraska match. "We worked on digging, and trying to convert aggressive swings off of that." Kansas has to catch Texas sleeping after a huge victory, but sophomore outside hitter Karina Garlington doesn't want to take that chance. She said the Jayhawks have to focus on their team, not the Longhorns. on Monday and were able to forget about volleyball, albeit just for one day. "We finally get to see what other students get to do." Garlington said with a laugh. Garlington also mentioned the bond between her teammates. Even though the team had the entire day off, she said the team members were still together, hanging out and enjoying their break. But the task at hand is beating Texas. Freshman setter Nicole Tate understands the importance of the match and knows what the Jayhawks have to do starting against Texas. "We just have to stay after them/ It's a must-win match," Tate said. "We're ready to play them. They're big, but they can go down." The players seemed cool and collected when talking about what's in store for them to end the season. But Garlington shared a sense of urgency with her teammates about the match against Texas. "We know this is a doable deal if we just can create that kind of high level," Garlington said. "We know that they're going to make plays, but we can make plays too." volleyball notes Series ring and a better shot at the Hall of Fame. Edited by Jennifer Torline KEYS TO THE GAME Saw em off. Usually that phrase is reserved for the students at Texas A&M, but Kansas needs to hold that level of confidence to beat the Texas Longhorns. The season isn't over, and while it can be intimidating to play in Austin, this could be a defining moment for the Jayhawks if they squeak out with a win. Sleeping giant: It's natural for a team like Texas, especially after beating Nebraska, to overlook this Kansas team. If the Longhorns come out sloppy in the opening sets, the Jayhawks have to take advantage. Bechard said this team cannot fall down by five or six points on the road, especially against the No. 4 team in the country. The New York Yankees pitcher walked away from baseball Thursday after his only 20-win season. "I don't have any regrets with what I decided. This is the right time" Mussina said on a conference call. "I don't think there was ever a point where I looked around and said, 'You know what, I'm going to change my mind,'" he said. PLAYERS TO WATCH Kansas: Karina Garlington the sophomore outside hitter "It was like the last year of high school. You know it's going to end and you enjoy the ride." Mussina finished 270-153 with a 3.68 ERA in 18 seasons with Baltimore and New York. A thinking man's pitcher who relied on sharp control and did more than overpower hitters, he ranks 32nd on the career wins list and 19th in strikeouts with 2,813. Associated Press MLB Yankees pitcher leaves baseball without regrets From day one of spring training, he knew this was his final year — even if it meant giving up bids for 300 wins, a World Texas: Destinee Hooker This one is a no-brainer. Hooker might be the most physically imposing player in the entire country. She stands six-foot-four-inches with an impressive wingspan. Her stature also translates into dominating the Big 12 Conference. Hooker's 4.28 kills per set tops the conference and she also boasts the sixth best hitting percentage in the Big 12 with .347. If Kansas can somehow control this phenom, then consider that a victory in itself. had a poor match against Nebraska, hitting for only nine kills with a sub_200 hitting percentage. It will be interesting to see how Garlington rebounds against another elite team. If Garlington gets her groove back, look for the Jayhawks to be competitive. NEWYORK — Mike Mussina took a secret to the ballpark every day this season. Maybe that's why he was so successful on the mound, so jovial in the clubhouse. DQ Buy One Blizzard and Get ONE FREE of equal or lesser size 2345 Iowa 1835 Massachusetts 842-9359 843-3588 Coupon not valid with any other offer. 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Collins has topped the 200-yard passing mark the past two games and threw three touchdowns on Sunday. All this bodies well for fantasy owners who need an option at quarterback this week. Collins BY KELLY BRECKUNITCH kbreckunitch@kansan.com could have his biggest day of the season and the Titans should continue to roll, considering the Jets defense has been unable to slow down any offense it has faced. HANK BASKETT, WR, PHILADELPHIA EAGLES Baskett is becoming quarterback Donovan McNabb's favorite target, especially when they near the end zone. Philadelphia's receiving corps has been troubled by injury problems this year, but Baskett and rookie DeSean Jackson have benefited. Baskett is the second leading receiver on the team in yardage and is also tied for the team lead in touchdown receptions. So if you need a wide receiver, Baskett is your guy. DENVER BRONCOS DEFENSE It's time for the live-dangerously moment. If you decide to start the best free agent defense, Denver is your best bet this weekend. The Broncos play the offensively inept Raiders whose passing offense ranks last in the NFL. Denver fans probably couldn't be happier that JaMarcus Russell is winning back his job. Russell actually had one of his best games of the year against Denver with 180 passing yards and two touchdowns, so the Broncos could be looking for revenge. The Raiders don't really do much, so expect a dominating performance from Denver's defense. Edited by Andy Greenhaw Pierre Thomas breaks a tackle against the Chiefs in Sunday's 30-20 victory. 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The committee met this week with the search firm seeking candidates to replace Upshaw, who died in August. The union hopes to have a list of finalists set by early next year and select its new executive director in March. Associated Press Basketball team resembles Allen's 1953 squad BY BRYAN WHEELER bwheeler@kansan.com "All right boys, this is going to be the roughest, toughest season a University of Kansas team has ever faced. And to you, captain Dean Kelly, you're the only returning regular and you and the rest of these boys have to carry a terrific load. Do you think you can do it? I think you can do it. What do you think?" The year was 1953 and the Jayhawks returned to Lawrence to raise a third National Championship banner. Coach Phog Allen had the daunting task of replacing four starters on a team that not only won a title but had seven players take home the Olympic gold in basketball the year before. Dean Kelly, a 5-foot-11 guard, was the lone starter from the previous season. Kelley had averaged 6.5 points per game and was named to the NCAA All-Tournament team. That season the lahayhwars were picked to place fourth in the Big Seven Conference and started out as the AP No. 20-ranked team. That year the layhawks went on to surprise everyone. B.H. Born, a 6-foot-9 center became a team leader and averaged 18.9 points and 11.2 rebounds per game. In 1952, Born averaged just 1.2 points per game as a backup. The team went on to win the Big Seven title and advance to the Final Four against No. 2 Washington. Washington came unprepared for the game. Born and legendary North Carolina coach Dean Smith, then a player for Kansas, recalled the game in the book "Mac's Boys." a book about the 1953 Indiana Hoosiers. "I don't think Washington bothered to scout us because they thought wel lost everybody from the year before and weren't that tough." Born said. "The first 10 minutes (against Washington) were unbelievable. They had a hard time getting a shot," Smith said. The result: Kansas 79. Washington 53. The Jayhawks were headed to defend the national title against Indiana. Kansas put up a valiant effort against heavily favored No. 1 Indiana in Kansas City's Municipal Auditorium but lost on the final shot of the game 69-68. Fifty-five years later, the 2008-2009 edition of Kansas basketball will go to Kansas City's Sprint Center Monday and Tuesday for the CBE Classic Tournament to face Washington and then Florida or Syracuse. Will history repeat itself this season? After two games, it's far too early in the season to tell. On paper though, there are several similarities between the 1953 team and these jayhawks. Kansas started the season ranked No.23 and was ranked third in the preseason Big 12 poll. This year's team features a 5-foot-11 guard, Sherron Collins, who was an integral part of last year's title, and former backup center Cole Aldrich. THE MORNING BREW Only time will tell if this team has the magic that Phog Allen's boys had in 1953. Should this team struggle early, it wouldn't be any different than the 1953 team, which lost to the Rice Owls in just their second game. - Edited by Jennifer Torline MLB Steinbrenner passes control of Yankees off to son 'The Boss' officially steps away from the duties with the team he bought in 1973 ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK — George Steinbrenner's 35-year reign as boss of the New York Yankees ended Thursday when he passed control of baseball's most famous team to his youngest son, Hal. The elder Steinbrenner has gradually withdrawn from the Yankees' day-to-day operations in recent years, and brothers Hal and Hank were appointed co-chairmen in April. "I realize it's a great responsibility," said Hal Steinbrenner. "My dad is, needless to say, a tough act to follow." George Steinbrenner, now 78, headed a group that bought the club in January 1973 for an $8.7 million net price and became one of the most high-profile owners in all of sports. He dominated the back pages of New York's tabloids, earning the nickname "The Boss" as he spent lavishly on players and changed managers 20 times during his first 23 years as owner, feuding with Billy Martin, Yogi Berra and Dave Winfield. The Yankees regained their former glory, winning six World Series titles and 10 American League pennants from 1976-2003. They also have transformed themselves into a billion-dollar business that owns a cable television network and food concession company and is preparing to move into a $1.3 billion new Yankee Stadium next year. RICHARD H. KNOLL ASSOCIATED PRESS New York Yankees owner George Steinbrenner, right, slaps hands with his son, Hal, before a ceremony renaming Legends Field to George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, Fla. KICK THE KANSAN: WEEK 10 Think you can pick better? Join next week's competition and prove yourself. 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VOLLEYBALL|7A TAKE A LOOK BACK AT THE JAYHAWK SOCCER SEASON WWW.KANSAN.COM Follow the highs and lows of the schedule, which ended in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. SOCCER | 7A FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2008 PAGE 10A MEN'S BASKETBALL CBE Classic just got a bit more intense FLORIDA 33 WASHINGTON 40 From left: Florida guard Nick Calathes, Syracuse guard Eric Devendorf and Washington forward Jon Brockman. These players could cause tough matchups for the young Kansas team at the CBE Classic next week. Graphic by Nick Gerik/KANSAN BY CASE KEEFER ckeefer@kansan.com Kansas' first two opponents, UMKC and Florida Gulf Coast, had never reached the NCAA Tournament. Washington, who the Jayhawks play Monday at the Sprint Center in Kansas City, has participated in three of the last five NCAA Tournaments. Kansas will then face off Tuesday against either Florida or Syracuse, teams that have combined to win three of the last six NCAA championships. The Jayhawks' level of competition in the CBE Classic isn't just increasing, it's rapidly intensifying. They say they're ready for it. Self stressed, however, that it's going to take a handful of quality practices to prepare his young team for its upcoming challenges. All three teams in the CBE Classic present unique ones. "I think it's time," Kansas coach Bill Self said. "We'll have a better idea of where we're at." Senior forward Jon Brockman leads Washington by averaging nearly 27 points and 14 rebounds through his first two games. Syracuse presents a backcourt duo with junior Eric Devendorf and sophomore Jonny Flynn, who are known for their ability to both shoot and drive. Florida relies heavily on sophomore forward Nick Calathes, last year's Southeastern Conference Freshman of the Year. After Tuesday's 85-45 victory against Florida Gulf Coast, Self said he hadn't watched Washington play yet. Florida and Syracuse, however, already impressed him. "I've seen Florida and Syracuse play on television so far." Self said. "And we're going to have to play better than we have thus far to have a successful trip if success is equated to us winning games." Self knows enough about Brockman to fear the Huskies as well. If Kansas has displayed one troubles trait in its first two games, it's the big men's propensity to get into foul trouble. Sophomore center Cole Aldrich has recorded two fouls within the first four minutes of both games. Although freshmen Marcus and Markieff Morris have only combined for seven fouls in the first two games. Self knows they are still prone to foul trouble. And he knows that could become an issue against Brockman "If our big guys foul guys when they throw it to the post now, how are they going to play when they jam it into Brockman every possession?" Self said. "We've got a lot of things to work on, a lot of things to improve on." The two tests in two days should help Kansas prepare for a daunting upcoming schedule. The Jayhawks play seven teams in their nonconference schedule this season that made the NCAA Tournament last season and the runner-up of the National Invitational Tournament, Massachusetts. Some of the toughest matchups will be in December and January when Kansas plays Arizona, Tennessee and Michigan State. Self even said the nonconference schedule was a little harder than hed like. But the players aren't deterred. They know the opposing teams aren't only strong, but also are particularly looking forward to playing Kansas. "We're still the defending national champions from last year so we've got a bull's eye on our back," junior guard Sherron Collins said. "We're going to get everybody's best shot." Sophomore center Cole Aldrich feels the same way. For Aldrich, Monday's matchup against another skilled big man in Brockman serves as his first significant test. But he's excited for it. He says it will be fun for Kansas. "The competition is really going to be tough," Aldrich said. "We're going to have to bring it in practice the next few days." Edited by Brieun Scott 10 SOCCER Freshman forward Emily Cressy (back left) and senior midfielder Jessica Bush (back right) hug junior midfielder Monica Dolinsky after she scored Kansas' first goal of the season. The team's seniors are finding it hard to believe that their season is over and are proud of making it to the tournament. Raising the bar for next season Team sets high expectations for a return to the NCAA Tournament BY ANDREW WIEBE awiebe@kansan.com Kansas' six seniors finally made it to the promised land. Down to their final opportunity, Missy Geha, Jessica Bush, Jenny Murtaugh, Kristin Graves, Sara Rogers and Stephanie Baugh did what seemed close to impossible. They did what three consecutive senior classes before them had failed to do. They led the Jayhawks (13-8-2) to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2004. After beating Denver in the first round, Kansas fell to No. 3 Stanford 5-0 last Sunday to bring a close to the careers of six seniors who finally made it. Bush said she still had trouble wrapping her mind around the fact that her career in crimson in blue has come to a close. "They have been like my big sisters ever since I got here," junior midfielder Monica Dolinksy said. "They put it in so much time and effort. They work so hard, and it was great to see that happen for them." Until that loss, she never gave up hope. Down and out more than once, Kansas and its six departing seniors never gave up. Not when Loyola Chicago spoiled a 5-0 start with a 2-1 victory at the Jayhawk Soccer Complex. Not when Nebraska and Oklahoma State snatched important road victories from Kansas' grasp in overtime. Not even when arch rival Missouri won 6-0 on the final day of the season. goal, and anything less would be unacceptable. Two late season victories against Texas A&M, both following devastating weekend results, showed just how short Kansas' memory had become. "At different times it has hit me," Bush said. "It's sad. It's like a part of me is done." Through it all the Jayhawks never wavered. The NCAA Tournament was the "I thought we bounced back from losses pretty well," junior forward Shannon SEE SOCCER ON PAGE 7A WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Team begins season with perfect record BY DANNY NORDSTROM dnordstrom@kansan.com --- It was evident that coach Bonnie Henrickson was excited after Kansas' 76-54 victory against Iowa on Tuesday. After the game, an animated Henrickson said that she felt this was the Jayhawks' best victory in her four years at Kansas. After a disappointing 17-16 finish last season, it seems that the winds are finally changing for the Jayhawks (2-0). The team is off to a tremendous start with dominant victories against the Sacred Heart Pioneers and the Iowa Hawkeyes, the defending Big 10 Conference champions. "I think we've got them (Kansas) brainwashed finally." Henrickson said. "I think they understand how good they can be with that kind of work. It's something players have to buy into and commit to the work it takes to be that good defensively, and these kids have." Led by junior guard Danielle McCray, Kansas has averaged 91 points in its first two games. McCray scored a career-high 29 points against Sacred Heart and 15 points with nine rebounds against Iowa. Her ability to score has ignited Kansas' offense and gotten multiple players involved. This season, Kansas' recipe for victory has been an aggressive defense and a confident offensive attack. In previous seasons the lajhayws' hesitation to knock down shots hurt them greatly. After two decisive victories, it seems that the poise to put points on the board is finally there. Defensively, Kansas has been impressive as well, scoring 24 points off 23 turnovers against Iowa. Henrickinson cites hard work in practice and solid technique as the reason for the lavhawks' strong defense. "I am more excited how we're playing and winning than we're winning," team statistics Preseason record 2-0 Regular season record 2-0 Last season record 17-16 Opponents: Sacred Heart 106-64, Iowa 76-55 Next game: Sunday against St. Louis University. Leading scorer: Danielle McCray is averaging 22 points per game Leading rebounder: Porscha Weddington is averaging 7.5 rebounds per game Kansas has won by an average of 26.5 points per game. Kansas has averaged 7.5 three-pointers per game As a team, Kansas is 72.4 points from As a team, Kansas is 73.8% from the free throw line. Kansas has averaged 11 steals per game. Kansas has scored 54 points off 48 turnovers in two games. Kansas has averaged 27 points off turnovers per game. Kansas returns 88% of its scoring from last season. Kansas returns 11 letterwinners and four starters from last season she said. "It's how we're winning that I'm excited about." The layhawks hope to capture another victory this weekend, as they travel to play Saint Louis University. Henrickson said she was optimistic about this season's team. "The best part is we are going to get better" she said. Edited by Jennifer Torline HAWKS ROUT BILLIKENS IN ST. LOUIS 75-56 Women's basketball squad comes back for a victory after lackluster first-half play SPORTS L18 JAYHAWKS TAKE ON THE HUSKIES IN THE CBE CLASSIC TONIGHT THE STUDENT VOICE SINCE 1904 Tushawn Taylor to start as guard will be key in the game. SPORTS | 1B THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2008 VOLUME 120 ISSUE 68 WWW.KANSAN.COM CAMPUS Nurses train virtually in Second Life rline BY ANDY GREENHAW agreenhaw@kansan.com A student sitting at a computer in England walks into a virtual waiting room and sits next to a student in Denmark. A student nurse in Seattle, calls the British patient's name moments later and prepares her for anesthetic surgery. A doctor at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kan., takes over the procedure from the online nurse, and the computer simulation ends. David Antonacci, director of teaching and learning technology, said first-year nursing students will start using the program next June to practice prepping patients for anesthetic surgery. That's the scenario that played out in 2005 when the KU department of teaching and learning technology demonstrated how Second Life, a multi-player virtual world, could bring a new dimension to education. KU Med has since purchased an island in the virtual world to prepare nursing and physical therapy students for the real world. Now, physical therapy and occupational therapy students use Second Life to evaluate handicap hazards in virtual homes, recommend improvements and apply changes. The application of Second Life in the classroom, Antonacci said, will allow students to execute complicated procedures in a simple, computer-simulated environment. "There's no physical interaction; they just have to know the executive routine; what needs to be done and when," he said. SEE SECOND LIFE ON PAGE 3A PROFILE Antonacci's department began exploring the possibilities of Second Life in 2004, but he said it took faculty a while to understand how it could be used in the classroom. Ryan McGeenev/KANSAN PARKS Crystal Hall, assistant professor of Italian, completed her Ph.D. at the University of Pennsylvania in the spring and began teaching at the University this fall. New professor arrives this fall to University Even after a radical change in direction, the University's newest Italian language and literature professor made it to the University in record time, and doesn't appear to be slowing down any time soon. ACTIVISM FULL STORY PAGE 3A Starting a food fight VRB Lawrence resident Jesse Gray prepares tofu for the Nice Cafe at the Casab Market, 803 Massachusetts St. Gray said people could get plenty of protein from beans, such as lentils and lentils. Julianne Kueffer/KANSAN Spurred by environmental concerns, some students embrace vegetarianism BY SACHIKO MIYAKAWA smiyakawa@kansan.com While his family enjoys a traditional roast turkey this Thanksgiving, Ben Jefferies plans to cook a fo Turkey. He will mash the tofu into a turkey shape, add stuffing and then roast it. Jefferies, Tonganoxie junior, became a vegan his freshman year because of concerns about animal welfare. He said he was also troubled by the environmental problems created through meat production, which consumes more energy and resources than growing vegetables. He eats beans and grain for protein instead of meat, fish, eggs or dairy products. "At first, you feel like you're sacrificing," jeffries said. "After six months, meat and dairy products don't taste good anymore." Jefferies is among vegan and vegetarian students who choose not to eat meat because of environmental concerns. According to a 2008 poll published in the Vegetarian Times, 3.2 percent of U.S. adults follow a vegetarian-based diet. Vegetarianism as a way to protect the environment started in the 1960s, said Karl Brooks, associate professor of history and environmental studies. He said some people thought following a non-meat diet meant they consumed fewer resources because many studies showed raising beef used more resources than growing the same quantity of vegetables. Among the vegetarians surveyed in the 2008 poll,42 percent were aged 18 to 34. The same poll indicated improving health was the most popular reason to eat a vegetarian diet, while 47 percent of the vegetarians cited environmental concerns. Brooks said the increasing awareness of resource depletion and climate change had spurred a growth in the number of people experimenting with vegetarian diets in the past 10 years, especially among young people in larger cities and college towns. Sheryl Kidwell, associate director of KU Dining Services, said the dining centers had offered vegetarian selections for more than 15 years and had been adding to the number of veg- vegetarian facts - 7.3 million people, or 3.2 percent of U.S. adults, follow a vegetarian-based diet. - 1 million U.S. adults, are vegans. 42 percent of the vegetarians are age 18 to 34. 53 percent of the vegetarians eat a vegetarian diet to improve their health. 47 percent of vegetarians cite environmental concerns http://www.vegetariantimes.com/features/archive_of_edit671 etarian items since then. She said 10 percent to 15 percent of customers ate these menu options, and the demand for the menus had increased during the past five years. She said not all people who ate vegetarian items were strict vegetarians, though Ezra Huscher, Salina senior, decided not to eat meat his freshman year because of concern about the environment. He said because most of his friends and roommates were vegetarians, he usually didn't find any trouble being a vegetarian. However, he said his eating habits sometimes confused others when they invited him to their homes and served meat. Although he tries to refuse politely, some people still don't understand why he's a vegetarian, Huscher said. "it's not challenging for me, but it's just being polite for others" he said. "A vegetarian's diet can be healthy if it's carefully planned," Chapman said. Ann Chapman, coordinator of nutritional services for Wellness Resource Center, has counseled several vegetarian students in the past. She said vegetable diets tended to lack vitamin B-12, calcium, protein and iron. She said she was concerned some vegetarians consumed too many dairy products, such as cheese, non-skim milk and ice cream. ACCOLADES Edited by Adam Mowder Manning inducted into Hall of Fame BY CASE KEEFER ckeefer@kansan.com KANSAS CITY, Mo. - For Danny Manning, being inducted into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame Sunday served as a chance to reflect. Manning, who entered the Hall of Fame after leading Kansas to the 1988 national championship, said he didn't consider the induction a thrill or overly emotional. But it forced him to think about his career. "Reminiscing about the accomplishment here, the friendships I developed, meeting my wife, playing for a great coach, playing at KU," Manning said. "All those memories' are flooding back and forth." CLASS of INDUCTION CEL Presented by Sprint Manning was one of seven college basketball figures recognized at the College Basketball Experience. The others were Auburn forward Charles Barkley, Utah guard Arnie Ferrin, Arkansas coach Nolan Richardson. Mount Saint Mary's coach JP Phelan and broadcasters Billy Packer and Dick Vitale. Each inductee received a personalized Court Kings jacket as an award for their accomplishments. And most of them spent time talking about Manning. SEE MANNING ON PAGE 4B Kansas assistant coach Danny Manning receives a medal from coach Bill Self during Manning's induction ceremony into the Collegeniate Basketball Hall of Fame Sunday. 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Bill Richardson to be commerce secretary, adding a prominent Hispanic and one-time Democratic rival to his expanding Cabinet. Clinton sent Richardson on several high-level diplomatic missions while he was in Congress, including direct talks with Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein. Richardson, 61, had a distinguished and visible career in Washington before returning to New Mexico, where he was elected governor in 2002. Richardson served as U.N., ambassador under President Bill Clinton and later as energy secretary. He was in the House from 1983 to 1997. Obama planned to announce the nomination after Thanksgiving, according to a Democratic official familiar with the discussions. The official was not authorized to speak publicly about the negotiations and did so on condition of anonymity. Richardson is a seasoned international negotiator who mediated with North Korea over the downing of two U.S. Army helicopter pilots; hammered out a deal with Saddam Hussein for the release of two U.S. oil workers; won the release of three Red Cross workers held captive by Sudanese rebels; and was later sought out by the North Koreans to discuss nuclear issues. competitive, with a jocular sense of humor. In Richardson, Obama will get a secretary of commerce who has been described as relentless and His success, said David Goldwyn, national security deputy at the United Nations in the late 1990s, stems from the many different facets of his personality — whether it's the athlete (he bonded with Fidel Castro over baseball), the tireless adversary (he spent four hours at the table trying to persuade President Laurent Kabila to let a U.N. team investigate massacres in Congo) or the regular guy. "Richardson is all about crashing through boundaries," Goldwyn said in 2007. "He says hello to the security guy, and if he's Hispanic he'll say something in Spanish. If he's African-American, he might call him 'his brother.'" ODD NEWS Couple sues McDonald's for uploading nude photo FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Here's some food for thought: if you have nude photos of your wife on your cell phone, hang onto it. Phillip Sherman of Arkansas learned that lesson after he left his phone behind at a McDonald's restaurant and the photos ended up online. Now he and his wife, Tina, are suing the McDonald's Corp., the franchise owner and the store manager. The suit was filed Friday and seeks a jury trial and S3 million in damages for suffering, embarrassment and the cost of having to move to a new home. Manager Aaron Brummley declined to comment, and other company officials didn't return messages. until he returned. The suit says that Phillip Sherman left the phone the Fayetteville store in July and that employees promised to secure it Albuquerque Police Dept. places ads, pays tattletales ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. The Albuquerque Police Department has turned to the want ads for snitches. An ad this week in the alternative newspaper The Alibi asks "people who hang out with crooks" to do part-time work for the police. An informant whose tip helps officers arrest a drug dealer could earn $50. A tip about a murder suspect could bring up to $700. It's not the first time department has run ads. In a program 10 years ago, police received so many calls they turned the phones off. Capt. Joe Hudson says police received more than 30 responses in two days. He says one tip was a "big one" but wouldn't elaborate. It reads in part: "Make some extra cash! Drug use and criminal record OK." MADRID, Spain — A new kind of silent hero has joined the fight against climate change. Spanish town turns to cemetery for solar power Santa Coloma de Gramenet, a gritter, working-class town outside Barcelona, has placed a sea of solar panels atop mausoleums at its cemetery, transforming a place of perpetual rest into one buzzing with renewable energy. The power the 462 panels produces — equivalent to the yearly use by 60 homes — flows into the local energy grid for normal consumption and is one community's odd nod to the fight against global warming. Flat, open and sun-drenched land is so scarce in Santa Coloma that the graveyard was just about the only viable spot to move ahead with its solar energy program. "The best tribute we can pay to our ancestors, whatever your religion may be, is to generate clean energy for new generations. That is our leitmotif" said Esteve Serte, director Conste-Live Energy, a Spanish company that runs the cemetery in Santa Coloma and also works in renewable energy. Associated Press on campus The seminar"New Staff Orientation" will begin at 8 a.m. in 204 JRP. The student-group event "Colors of Sri Lanka" will begin at 10 a.m. in the Jury Room in Marvin Hall. The seminar "Cosmic Cataclysms" will begin at 3 p.m. in 3005 Malott. The film "Daresalam" will be shown at 7 p.m. in Woodruff Auditorium in the Kansas Union. The seminar "Travel Memoirs, Rhetoric and the Self" will begin at 3:30 p.m. in the Seminar Room in Hall Center. The Oread Singers concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. in Swarthout Recital Hall in Murphy Hall. on the record On Nov. 23, the KU Public Safety Office reported that: - On Nov. 20, a student reported that an unknown suspect removed three credit cards from the victim's wallet while the victim was in the Student Recreation Center. The suspect used the cards to make $240 in unauthorized purchased. On the same day, an unknown suspect stole a victim's backpack, which contained a laptop computer valued at $1,200, among other items. Although the backpack was recovered, the computer was missing. - On Nov. 23, the Lawrence Police Department reported that: - On Nov. 21, a student reported the theft of more than $700 in personal items, including a $300 cell phone and several credit and identification cards. The items were taken from the victim's purse in a home near Ninth and Emory streets. The suspect allegedly sat locked in his car with the items until police arrived and confronted him after the victim continued to scream for some time. All items were returned to the victim, and the suspect was arrested. - On Nov. 22, one student reported being the victim of battery, and another reported a burglary and the theft of two clothing items valued at $140. contact us Tell us your news Contact Matt Erickson, Mark Dan Daniell or Sarah Hawley or Sorrick 864-1840 or editor @kansan.com KU Kansan newroom 11 Stauffer-Fint Hall Lawrence KS 66045 Lewisburg KS 66045 (785) 864-4810 KU MEMORIAL UNIONS The University of KU The KU Bookstores is the bookstore that gives back to you through ... 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The department purchased a Second Life island in August 2007. In August 2007, the health center decided to buy a virtual island from Second Life for $980. It pays a $150 monthly leasing fee. Antonacci said the prices were reduced for educators. Antonacci's department built a virtual health clinic on the island, complete with fully equipped exam rooms, furnished lobbies and realistic operating equipment. It also designed houses for students to practice conducting home assessments for handicapped patients. To give the environment an authentic look, a technologist took digital photos of cabinets, furniture and medical equipment, and superimposed them onto objects and structures in the environment. "Students and professors were amazed at how realistic it all looked." Antonacci said. Stephanie Gerald, an education support technologist who works on the project, said students begin the simulation by logging into the virtual world and walking into the hospital. They click on different objects, such as blood pressure cuffs, oxygen masks and laryngoscopes, and attach the appropriate objects to patients. "Some objects require more choices from the user, like choosing where to attach the EKG leads to the patient, and which color will go to a particular spot on a patient's chest," Gerald said. "There are some parts of the simulation where students will have to click on a button on the touch screen or click on the syringes and choose how much of some drugs are given to the patient." She said the simulation records every step of the process and sends the results to the instructor. She said the procedure was awkward and not taken seriously. Sheila Miller, Manhattan senior, said she hadn't used Second Life in the classroom yet, but she said the concept sounded a lot better than the simulations she was used to. Instead of virtual simulations, she said students practiced on mannequins, which professors talked through. "Our generation is a computer generation so it just seems natural that they'd teach us through that kind of venue," Miller said. Antonacci said his department was trying to educate more KU administrators about the possibilities of Second Life and how it could be expanded to more programs at the University. using the program to allow KU students to communicate with students in other countries. He said some professors have asked him to create virtual-world offices for faculty members to meet with students online. He said his department has also considered building a virtual, walk-in heart for students to explore. Some foreign language departments, he said, have considered "There's a very active group working on ways the University could benefit from Second Life," Antonacci said. The University of Kansas isn't the only institution using Second Life. Architecture students at the University of Colorado use the program to design buildings. Bradley University uses Second Life to train its students in the field of qualitative research methodology. The National Oceanography Air and Space Museum even owns an island in Second Life, which it uses to simulate tsunamis, exhibit realtime weather patterns and demonstrate geological plate tectonics. PROFILE Antonacci said his department would continue to explore new possibilities for Second Life, and welcomed any suggestions from students or faculty. —Edited by Ramsey Cox Change in career plans eventually leads Hall to KU Ryan McGeeney/KANSAN Crystal Hall, assistant professor of Italian, grades students in an Italian language course during an exercise in which groups of students conduct rehearsed conversations in the language. BY RYAN MCGEENEY rmcgeeney@kansan.com When Crystal Hall, assistant professor of Italian, began her undergraduate studies at Cornell University nearly a decade ago, she had already decided what she was going to do with her life — and it didn't have much to do with the Renaissance. "It turned out that I really didn't enjoy the classes so much," Hall said. There was just one problem. "I was either going to be a cardiologist or an oncologist," Hall said. "I arrived thinking that what I just had to do, that it was what I was going to do, that I would enjoy it and that it would be fantastic." When Hall began studying biological sciences her freshman year, she also took an Italian language course,continuing an interest that began in high school. At the end Hall's decision to study biological sciences wasn't random — by her sophomore year at Cornell, she had already dedicated two summers to internships researching protein interaction with blood vessels and tumor growth and had contributed to at least one published scholarly article. The decision to abandon the field wasn't made lightly, either. the classes so later, Hall said. Hall started college as a biological sciences major, but by the third of her nine years in higher education, she had made the drastic switch to Italian language and literature. Large universities like Kansas don't typically hire newly minted Ph.D.s, but when Hall applied to the University's French and Italian department, she was welcomed with open arms, and Hall began teaching this fall. "After the two summers doing research, I realized that that kind of work would burn me out pretty quickly," Hall said. "I wasn't giving me the satisfaction I wanted. It was really hard to look cancer patients in the eye and try to help them understand what was going on. I realized it wasn't for me, and this, instead, is." of two years, Hall found that her parallel path in language was outshining her original major, as she achieved both higher proficiency and greater satisfaction in Italian than in the sciences. "I'd fallen in love with Italian in high school, and it just struck me," Hall said. "Organic chemistry did me in, and the same semester, I took an Italian literature course, loved it, and decided to go abroad. When I came back, I changed majors, changed schools, and that was it." Because Hall had progressed well in the language even while pursuing a biological sciences degree, she managed not only to graduate in four years, but also to obtain a graduate teaching assistantship from the University of Pennsylvania's Benjamin Franklin Fellowship, a five-year fellowship that provided doctoral students tuition and an opportunity to begin a teaching career. In an era when an increasing number of liberal arts majors fail to graduate in four years, Hall went from undergraduate freshman to Ph.D. recipient in nine. Even if she started her undergraduate career focused on a language degree, it would have been nearly impossible to complete the coursework any faster. Almost as astonishing is Hall's appointment to the University of Kansas immediately after graduate school. Most new Ph.Ds do not begin their teaching career at a school the size of the University. There is no indication that Hall is slowing down. While managing the normal schedule of a tenure-track professor by teaching two courses each semester, Hall is currently expanding her doctoral dissertation — which studied the influence of literary classics on the scientific and philosophical treatises of Galileo — into a larger book. Hall traveled to Chicago during fall break on a grant from the Newbury Consortium to complete a paper on a 17th century poet who described Galileo in a fictional work, and she is laying the groundwork to attend a Mediterranean studies conference in the summer. "A lot of people say that youre lucky if you start writing by the second semester," Hall said. "But I really want to stay on track. I love my projects, and that helps. I don't want to let things sit and grow dusty, then go back to them after I've come up with other ideas. I'm already starting folders for new projects and new ideas. To be fair to what I've already done, I need to get it out. Whether that's unusual or not, I don't know." Edited by Rachel Burchfield Thanksgiving break... we're here. you're here. why go anywhere else? Pool tables, dart boards, video games Open Thanksgiving Day 7 p.m. TUESDAY $3.50 Domestic Pitchers $3.50 Jager Bombs No Cover WEDNESDAY $2.75 Imports & Micro Bottles $2.00 Wells FRIDAY $5.00 Redbull Vodka SATURDAY $2.50 Well Drinks $1.75 House Shots THURSDAY $2.00 16oz Dom. Drafts 856-5050 2917 W. 6th St. Willie's Bar hail to the 'hawks THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS HAIL TO OLD KU HOMECOMING 2008 KU HAIL TO OLD KU Congratulations to the following student leaders and student organizations! Ex.C.E.L. Finalists Rachel Burchfield, Female Winner Nathan Mack, Male Winner John Babcock Elizabeth Bartkoski Kaleigh Braun Todd Crawford Alex Rock Mandy Shriwise Bill Walberg Kimberly Westphall Overall 2008 Homecoming Winners Greek Life:Alpha Delta Pi and Theta Chi Student Life:Student Alumni Association For a complete listing of award winners from all Homecoming Week events, go to www.homecoming.ku.edu KU ALUMNI ASSOCIATION The University of Kansas Coca-Cola Coca-Cola 4A THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN ENTERTAINMENT Conceptis SudoKu 2 4 8 4 6 9 7 4 8 8 2 7 6 2 3 5 7 8 3 4 7 6 1 5 2 7 4 9 5 8 MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2008 11/24 Answer to previous puzzle 1 9 2 4 8 7 3 6 6 7 8 2 3 9 1 5 4 4 5 3 1 6 7 9 2 8 7 3 5 9 2 4 6 8 1 2 4 1 8 7 6 3 9 5 9 8 6 5 1 3 2 4 7 3 6 9 7 4 8 5 1 2 5 2 4 6 9 1 8 7 3 8 1 7 3 5 2 4 6 9 Difficulty Level ★ Single Tan Male- affectionate, sweet cat-person seeks same for warm evenings at home & heavy petting ij call: (333) 333-333 Now El Gato, I know we were both surprised when I answered your ad, but I think I could really fall for you. Just one thing... I'm allergic... to smoke HOW DO YOU LIKE OUR DAILY COMICS? DO YOU THINK YOU CAN DO BETTER? APPLY TO BE A CARTOONIST (BY DECEMBER FIRST) ONLINE AT JOBS.KU.EDU WORKING TITLE NUCLEAR FOREHEAD ARIEL WHAT? NO WAY BELLE IS. ALRIGHT JAKE, WHICH DISNEY PRINCESS IS THE HOTTEST? NALA. JOHNSON COUNTY POLO TEAM NALA? THE GIRL LION FROM THE LION KING? NO. NO, THAT'S NOT WHAT I MEANT. WHAT'S THE NAME OF THE TIGER IN ALADDIN? CHICKEN STRIP So, how are classes going? I dunna man, school is really stressing me out. Really, why? It seems like its almost over, and I'm leaving with more questions than answers. Maybe that's the point... whoa. THE SEARCH FOR THE AGGRO CRAG Nick! The Wet Cross broke me my this comedic song, should design immediately. I HATE BOW TIES!! АНННАН Nick! The Widow, isnt make me this amit sairig should dest immordedly! Wednesday, you portrayed a man in an elephant costume terrorizing children by removing his mask, to moll a skull breathing fire! What do you want to say for yourself?! Wednesday, you go oneyear a man in an elephant cogism terrorizing children by removing his music, to insult a skull beowthing fire! when do you want to sn for yourself? 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. ARIES (March 21-April 19) Today is a 7. If one door closes, don't worry. Another will open soon. Make choices based on your long- term objectives. If you don't have any of those, make up HOROSCOPES Nick McMullen TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Today is 7 Today is a 7 Share the load with a person who's always ready to lend a hand. Even if you have to pay, it's a luxury you can afford. Besides, it's always good to spread the wear around. GEMINI (May 21-June 21) Today is an 8 It's just about time to get back to work. Today won't be that bad, but there'll be tons to do tomorrow. Prepare as well as you can. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Today is an 8 You'll have to be directive. If you want them to stay out of your kitchen, for example, make sure that's perfectly clear. If you need workers to help, don't wait for volunteers, draft them. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Today is an 8 Today is an 8 Read the fine print, so you know what you're getting. Also be careful what you say, so you'll know what you're giving. Actually, you can afford to be more generous now. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Today is an 8 Today is our day. Invest in a new tool to make your workplace more efficient. It's OK to make it more comfortable, too. Making yourself happy always makes things go better. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Todays is 7 You're an avid reader. You may not have had much time to indulge that passion lately. You can do it now, however. You can make the time. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Today is a 7 SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Today is 8 Today is a ___. You have a lot on your mind, and that's perfectly OK. You'll have to make some decisions soon, so do the preparation. You already know some of the things you want to check, and you'll think of more as you go along. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Today is a 6. Continue to give your friends guidance; they depend on you. They also like you to cheer them up when they get miserable. You love to do that, of course. It's one of your natural talents. Review your plans in light of recent changes. Make sure you pick out the right course, especially if others are following you. That's just one of the jobs you take on when you agree to be a leader. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb.18) Today is a 7 Meetings should go well. You'll inspire each other. You're on the team that figures out if these ideas will work, or you should be. Don't let your idealism cloud your analytical thinking. You're at that awkward phase in a business where you have to figure out what to do to bring in money later. Do the numbers. Also, consult people who have successful businesses. 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B A R A T H I I S R I M S I V E A U T O I D E A C A S H C R O P Y O K R T A I L V A L V E S L A N T S L I D S H A T S S M A S H H I T A V E S P A C E O B I H A S H M A R K S N I P A U N T G U E S S W R O N G R A C Y H A K R T R A S H B I N O N C E W O K S E V E S T A R O B E Y E Y E Friday's answer 11-24 21 News- paper notice 22 Forum garb 23 Not urban 25 Thief's task 26 Some- where at there 27 Lion's pride? 29 Undo a dele 31 Morning moisture 33 Certain city area 34 Finger- print spirals 36 Use a straw 37 Junk e-mail 38 Golf goal 39 Slender 40 Erte's style of art 43 Bee follower 44 Chow down 45 Expert 46 Kitten's call 11-24 CRYPTOQUIP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 | | | 13 | | | | 14 | | | 15 | | | | | | | 16 | | | | | | 17 | | | 18 | 19 | | | | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 20 | 21 | 22 | | | 23 | | | | | | 24 | | | | 25 | | | | 26 | 27 | | 28 | | | 29 | | | | 30 | | 31 | | | 32 | 33 | | | | 34 | | | | | | | 35 | | | 36 | | | | | | 37 | 38 | 39 | | | 40 | | | | | | 41 | | | | 42 | 43 | | | 44 | 45 | 46 | | 47 | | | | 48 | | | | | | | 49 | | | | 50 | | | 51 | | | | MH MHSH YEE JTEA JT ASKBF KB TSAHS JT FHHL ITEFV JSTP CHJJKBC VHYVKUF, YB TUHYB PTJKTB LTJKBT. Yesterday's Cryptoquip: THAT FELLOW NEVER TURNS THE LIGHT SWITCH OFF WHEN IT'S NOT IN USE. HE'S GOT A WATT OF NERVE! Today's Cryptoquip Clue: H equals F Today's Cryptoquip Clue: H equals E receives Emmy honor AWARD 'Law & Order' creator Wolf receives Emmy honor NEW YORK — Producer Dick Wolf is receiving a special honor at the 36th International Emmy Awards for extending the long AHP arm of his "Law & Order" franchise into almost every corner of the globe. Sam Waterston, who has appeared in more than 325 episodes is on tap to present the award. $6.50 WALK-IN SPECIAL SMALL 1-TOPPING PIZZA & 20oz. DRINK DINING/CATERING/FOODS Associated Press 842-3232 PYRAMID LARGE 16" ONE TOPPING PIZZA $8.99 "WE PILE IT ON!" 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Columnists: write a bi-weekly column B Editorial board writers: write editorials with original research and local reporting that represent the voice of The Kansan Editorial cartoonists: create art and graphics for the opinion page Designer: Design the opinion page daily See full job descriptions and required info and apply online at jobs.ku.edu. Deadline is Dec. 1. Have a question? Call (785) 864-4810 or e-mail opinion@kansan.com Good Created Aminous so IS World Catwalk to Heaven KEEP YOUR MAGIC UNDIES OFF MY CIVIL RIGHTS YOU HAVE TWO WIVES I WANT ONE HUSBAND LETTER TO THE EDITOR ASSOCIATED PRESS Groups should be able to publicize via the listserv Last week, an e-mail sent over the SILC listserv caused something of a stir. The e-mail, a notice of Queers & Allies' participation in an anti-Prop 8 rally on the Plaza, was sent to the head of every student organization on campus. Many on the list quickly called foul, either asking to be removed from the listserv or requesting that some sort of disciplinary action be taken. After receiving the e-mail, Aaron Quisenberry, associate director of SILC, sent out a reminder that politicking on the listserv is expressly forbidden. This was met with disapproval from members and supporters of Queers & Allies, who were concerned that Quisenberry's e-mail was based off an unwillingness to see the protest as fundamental to the identity and purpose of Queers & Allies. We can assure you that Quisenberry's reaction had nothing to do with bigotry or homophobia. Rather, he was reacting to the fact that Queers & Allies was advertising an event that focused on a ballot initiative, something unmistakably political in nature. We both count him among our strongest advocates in the university community, an excellent guide and resource for both of our offices. We have no doubts that he was working solely to maintain the policies of the listserv. However, we find that these policies are due for revision. We, along with Quisenberry, view protests and other political action as a healthy way to enrich and diversify a student's education. College is the time in a student's life most rich with possibilities for activism and political change, and we all agree that we must encourage these opportunities to the fullest extent. Therefore, during a meeting on November 17, we, along with Quisnberry, agreed to pursue a new policy that allows student groups to publicize all of their events, even rallies and protests, on the SILC listserv (with the sole exception of candidate-based political partisanship). This policy must, of course, be reviewed by administrators and officials of the university, but we're confident that such a policy works in the best interests of all students. — Ryan Campbell is the executive director of Queens & Allies and Devin Moss is the LGBT Resource Coordinator for the Student Involvement & Leadership Center Involvement & Leadership Center. HOW TO SUBMIT A LETTER TO THE EDITOR Send letters to opinionkansan.com Write LETTER TO THE EDITOR in the e-mail subject line. Length: 200 words LETTER GUIDELINES The submission should include the author's name, grade and hometown. Find the full letter to the editor policy online at kansan.com/letters. CONTACT US Matt Erickson, editor 864-4810 or merickson@ikansan.com Dani Hurst, managing editor 864-4810 or dhurst@kansan.com Matt Erickson, editor Mark Dent, managing editor 864-4810 or mdent@kansan.com Kelsey Hayes, managing editor 864-4810 or khaves@kansan.com Jordan Herrmann, business manager 864-4358 or jhermann@kansan.com TYLER DOEHRING toni berquist, sales manager 864-4477 or tberquist@kansan.com Morgan Stanley Lauren Keith, opinion editor 864-4924 or lkeith@kansan.com Patrick De Oliveira, associate opinion editor 864-4924 or pdeoliveira@kansan.com Malcolm Gibson, general manager and news adviser 804-2663 Jon Schlitt, sales and marketing adviser 864-7666 or jschlitt@kansan.com THE EDITORIAL BOARD Members of the Kansan EAA board are Alex Doherty, Lauren Keen, Patrick de Olivaire, Ray Siegerecht and Ian Stanford. THE EDITORIAL BOARD b89110 244.7667.org mgibson@kansan.com Why don't students use what they pay for? THE CAMPUS VOTE LAIN BROWN DUDE, YOU'RE IN NO SHARE TO DRIVE. YOU SHOULD CALL SAFERIDE. WHAT IF A *hic* CUTE GIRL SEES ME? *hic* YOU'D STILL HAVE A BETTER CHANGE THAN IN JAIL OR A MURGE. A large part of many college students' social lives revolves around drinking. After a long week of studying, they can relax on the weekend with their friends and have a few beers. However, as we all know and have likely experienced, alcohol alters our coordination and the ability to make decisions. Therefore with drinking comes responsibility, including knowing when not to drive. SafeRide and SafeBus are provided to students in an attempt to combat drunk driving. Funding for SafeRide comes from student fees of $10 a semester. According to the KU on Wheels Web site, SafeRide began in 1989. The total number of rides given in the last school year were 27,044. The number of rides has stayed above 24,000 since 2003. Ridership changes can be attributed to changes in funding or contracts over the years, said Derek Meier, Transportation Coordinator for KU on Wheels. SafeRide has proved to be effective, so why are we still not using it? But apparently KU students have forgotten about the second part of that equation. A shocking 18 percent of KU students have admitted to driving after consuming at least five alcoholic beverages, according to the 2006 National College Health Assessment. This 18 percent includes only those who admit to drinking and driving and obviously does not account for dishonesty. When considering the amount of traffic seen on any weekend night, 18 percent may not seem like a large number. However, with services such as SafeRide and SafeBus, 0 percent of students should drive drunk. In one second, you could end or extremely alter the course of your life. So when you are ready to leave dollar night at The Hawk, reach for your cell phone instead of your keys and use the service you already paid for. SafeRide operates from 10:30 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. seven days a week, making the service extreme- dents pay in fees for SafeRide services. Twenty minutes is also a much shorter amount of time spent waiting for a ride than the 100 hours of community service you would likely receive if convicted of a DUI. ly easy to use. Students can call SafeRide from any bar or party, and a car will be sent to the location. On busy nights, students may be forced to wait a little longer. However, an extra 20 minutes of waiting is a far better choice than taking your chances in a vehicle. In addition to the monetary benefits, students are also safer using these services. Getting behind the wheel while intoxicated not only endangers your life, but it also endangers the lives of everyone on the road. A minimum fine for a DUI is $500, which is a much larger chunk of money than the $20 a year stu- If 2.30 a.m. is too early for you to head home, try SafeBus. SafeBus began last fall and operates from 9 p.m. and 3 a.m. SafeBus gives an average of around 500 to 600 rides per night, and Meier said the Transit Commission has created three routes to accommodate for students' needs. In addition to stops on campus, the routes go directly to apartment complexes such as Highpointe, Meadowbrook and Campus Court. Brown is a Wichita sophomore in journalism. What book Western Civ should have to include FEMME FIRE CAITLIN THORNBRUGH 7 KENNYMATIC @ FLICKR.COM This semester I enrolled in the infamous class that virtually everyone has to take and has to hate: Western Civ. My grandpa was required to take this class when he was here. It's not going anywhere However, I soon found myself in the minority because I actually enjoyed it. This class is made up of the great thinkers who spurred the great ideas of western civilization, and the majority of them happen to be male. She was a medieval writer who was educated by her father and has contributed to some of the founding ideas of feminism. Unfortunately, to add a book, you have to subtract one, and I know from experience that the reading list is extensive and expensive. However, another writer should be added to the reading list, and her name is Christine de Pizan. The book to drop is "The Canterbury Tales." No offense to Chaucer, but it's time to move on. Yes, in other classes we can look at women's writing, or black or queer writing for that matter, but these classes are not required for a large chunk of students. The primary function of reading "The Canterbury Tales" in this particular class is to open the discussion of gender. This is done by focusing on the character of the Wife of Bath. Pardoner's, are the required reading for all Western Civ classes. This tale, along with the Although the Pardoner sparks interesting discussion of religion, reading about Martin Luther also covers this. The Wife of Bath is a fictitious caricature of a woman written by a man, so we are seeing gender issues through the lens of a male. Students in Western Civ could learn more and have a better understanding of gender issues from that time period if they were reading an actual woman's point of view. This can be accomplished by substituting the "City of Ladies" written by Pizan, for "The Canterbury Tales" in the curriculum. "The Canterbury Tales" is obviously important, or so my teachers keep telling me, and I'm not advocating that it be taken out of curriculum completely. The majority of high school students are introduced to it at least once, which was made clear when more than half of my current class raised their hands when asked if they had already read it. By the time I graduate, I will have not only read it in high school. but it will have been required reading in three of my classes. Yes, I am an English major, but I would hope that even most English professors would agree that this is overkill. When talking about this with my professor, she said that when talking about gender issues in class, her response from male students tends to be dismissive, and they adopt the attitude of "not this again." But I don't understand how they could be saying that when practically every other writer in the class is a dead white guy who has at least some misogynist ideas about women Pizan's book that 1 advocate clearly defends women against misogyny and promotes the idea of female education, something unheard of at the time. It would allow students to examine this time period from a real woman who was actually experiencing what was going on as opposed to a comical, yet artificial character written from a man's perspective. Thornbrugh is a Lenexa junior in creative writing. FREE FOR ALL To contribute to Free for All, visit Kansan.com or call 785-864-0500. 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BONDY THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN BILL SNYDER COMES OUT OF RETIREMENT Kansas State to hold a morning press conference to announce the return of its former coach BIG 12 FOOTBALL|3B JAYHAWKS FACE HUSKIES IN CBE CLASSIC PLAY TONIGHT WWW.KANSAN.COM The tournament continues as Kansas matches up with Washington in Kansas City tonight at 9 p.m. GAME DAY | 6B MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2008 CBE CLASSIC PAGE1B Taylor to play a big role against UW The freshman tries to fill the shoes of Mario Chalmers as starting guard BY CASE KEEFER ckeefer@kansan.com Sherron Collins has noticed a change in Tyshawn Taylor since he arrived at Kansas five months ago. Collins, a junior guard, wouldn't go as far as to call Taylor, a freshman guard, "scrawny" when he first moved to Lawrence. That might be a little too harsh. But Collins said he often joked around with Taylor about being "light." Taylor never lifted weights much in high school. That changed, of course, when Taylor came to Kansas. Since he began working out with his teammates in the summer, Taylor has gone from weighing 165 pounds to 180. Collins says Taylor is proud of it. Too proud. "He might be getting out of the shower, taking his shirt off, looking and flexing a little bit, Collins said. "I'm just looking at him like, 'put your shirt back on'." Taylor's stronger, but not quite burly. He's confident, but not quite cocky. Yes, a lot has changed for the Jersey City, N.J. guard since he committed to Kansas just weeks after it won the national championship in April. He's transformed from a recruiting afterthought to the most hyped player of the class of seven jayhawk newcomers. The veterans on Kansas' roster don't like to single out one freshman as ahead of the rest of the class. and speed that the Jayhawks don't have otherwise. He showed it all throughout the summer when he dominated in scrimimages and exhibition games with teammates. "Tyshawn is really good," sophomore guard Brady Morningstar said. "I mean, they're all really good. But Tyshawn is quick, jumps real high and can handle the ball. He's the type of player you don't see a whole lot." When asked who could impact the team the most, they try to answer politically and share positive traits about each one. But most of them mention Tyshawn Taylor first. But Jayhawk fans should be seeing him plenty for the rest of the season, starting tonight when Kansas plays Washington at 9 p.m. at the Sprint Center in Kansas City, Mo. Taylor broke into the starting lineup as a shooting guard during Kansas' second game of the season, an 85-45 victory against Florida Gulf Coast. Kansas coach Bill Self said it was because Taylor brought an element of athletism "Tyshawn (Taylor) is quick, jumps real high and can handle the ball. He's the type of player you don't see a whole lot." An argument can be made that Taylor's role at Kansas is even more significant than the one he held last year at St. Anthony's High School in New Jersey. That's because the Friars were dominant. He even scored 47 points in a Kansas City Pro-Amateur game. Taylor averaged 14 points during the team's three-game trip to Canada during Labor Day weekend. Although he hasn't broken out in either of the two regular season games with six points in each, Taylor isn't going to be short on chances. BRADY MORNINGSTAR Sophomore guard "He's got to play a big role as a freshman," Collins said. "I need him. We need him." USA Today crowned them the high school basketball national champions. Six Division I basketball players — Rutgers' Mike Rosario, Fordham's Jivanny Fontan and Alberto Estwick, Pittsburgh's Travon Woodall, St. Joseph's A.J. Rogers and Taylor — filled St. Anthony's roster. With such a loaded roster, there were only so many shots to go around. Taylor only averaged 10 points per game. "That was his job," Self said. "He never played the third and fourth quarter for the most part largely in part to the score differential. But he's good." He also committed early to Marquette and coach Tom Crean. When Crean left Marquette at the end of last season, the Golden Eagles let Taylor out of his letter of intent. Three lajhawk underclassmen had just declared for the NBA Draft so self possessed scholarships to award. He offered one to Taylor. Taylor visited and knew he wanted to come to Kansas. The nature of his high school team may have caused Taylor to be a bit overlooked. Rivals.com only ranked him as the 77th best player in the class — second lowest of Kansas' freshmen — and gave him four stars. BRUMAGIN 3 22 "Right now, I feel like I'm in the best situation." Taylor said. "I'm grateful for it." And so is Self. Lately, Self spoke about SEE TAYLOR ON PAGE 4B **Freshman guard Tyshawn Taylor glides between two UMKC defenders for a bucket during last Sunday's game at Allen Fieldhouse. The team plays Washington tonight in the CBE Classic and Florida or Syracuse tomorrow, giving the Jenkins javahawks their first major challenge.** Jon Goering/KANSAN WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Hawks prevail after slow start Kansas wins against Saint Louis University despite sloppy first half BY B.J. RAINS rains@kansan.com They missed shots. They made bad passes. They didn't grab rebounds. And Danielle McCray, their leading scorer, started just one of seven from the field. The results weren't positive — an 18-10 deficit to Saint Louis University midway through the first half. ST. LOUIS, Mo. - Playing a team picked to finish last in the Atlantic 10 Conference, the jayhawks didn't exactly have the flying takeoff that they had hoped for on Sunday afternoon. "We were emotionally hungup or something," coach Bonnie Henrickson said. "We weren't very good early." But the Jayhawks soon woke up, storming back to take a 33-31 lead at the half, eventually beating the Billikens 75-56 at the Chaifetz Arena. Playing without 6-foot-5 sophomore center Krysten Boogaard, who will miss two weeks with a stress reaction in her femur, the layhawks had just one offensive rebound in the first half and were out-rebounded 23-13 by the smaller Billikens SEE WOMEN'S ON PAGE 5B KANSAS 2 Contributed by Bryan Giacomoino / The University News (Saint Louis University) Junior guard Kelly Kohn dribbles against the Billikens' defense during her team's victory on Sunday. The Hawks defeated their opponents 75-56. Contributed by Ryan Giacomino / The University News (Saint Louis University) VOLLEYBALL Team finds small victories after its loss against Texas Improves defense, couldn't stop stampede BY JOSH BOWE jbowe@kansan.com When playing against teams such as Texas, it's hard not to try and find moral victories. That is exactly what Kansas (12-15, 6-12) tried to do after Saturday night's three-set loss (25-18, 25-11, 27-25) to the No. 4 Longhorns (23-3, 16-2). "If we can create that kind of level against Texas then we should create that level against anyone," Sophomore outside hitter Karina Garlington said of Kansas' effort in the third set. Sadly set three was the only true competitive set of the match. Texas dominated sets one and two, hitting .389 for set one and an even better .478 in set two. Although Kansas did a stand-up job on junior All-American Destinee Hooker, holding her to only nine kills at a .111 percentage, other Longhorns had big days, like Juliann Faucette's match-high 14 kills. "We did a pretty good job, probably as well as anyone's done all year (against Hooker)," coach Ray Beachard said. "Then Faucette had a big night." It is those sort of small victories within the match that Kansas can at least take with them into their final week of play. The Jayhawks also take a three match losing streak into next week. What they might not take with them is the strategy Bechard used against Texas. Bechard said he wanted to try to take away Texas' physicality and try to match up with their superior athletes. While it helped at moments defensively, for example against Hooker, it made Kansas out of sync on offense. Once Bechard returned to his normal system in set three, that's when Kansas became competitive. But all is not lost in the players and coaches' minds. Senior middle blocker Natalie Uhart understands her season is not over yet, and her last two matches still mean something. "We want to go in and win both of them, that's what we want to do," she said. "That's what will satisfy us for this season." Bechard also didn't sugarcoat the lajayhawk's post-season chances. Sitting at 6-12 in conference doesn't exactly stand out to the NCAA tournament selection committee. SEE VOLLEYBALL ON PAGE 5B --- 2B SPORTS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24.2008 quote of the day "It felt like a loss by 30 points, no different, you lose by 30 points, it's bad — 54 or whatever. A 30-point loss is big." — Kansas City Chiefs safety Jarrod Page Source: Associated Press fact of the day Tony Gonzalez registered his 25th career 100-yard receiving game, the highest total by any tight end in NFL history. Gonzalez passed Hall of Fame tight end Kellen Winslow (24) for sole possession of first place. trivia of the day Q: The Buffalo's 54 points were the most ever given up by Kansas City in the history of the franchise. What was the previous high for points scored against the Chiefs? A: The Seattle Seahawks held the previous high set in 1983 when they scored 51 points in an overtime victory. Today Men's Basketball: Washington. 9 p.m. (Kansas City, Mo.) Tuesday Tuesday Nees Basketball: Florida or Syracuse, TBA (Kansas City, Mo.) Wednesday Volleyball: Baylor, 7 p.m. (Lawrence) Thursday No events Friday Men's Basketball: Coppin State, 7 p.m. (Lawrence) Saturday Saturday Volleyball: Iowa State, 6:30 p.m. (Ames, Iowa) Football: Missouri, TBA (Kansas City, Mo.) Sunday Sunday Women's Basketball: New Orleans, 2 p.m. (Lawrence) Celebrate Thanksgiving with these lists BY MARK DENT mdent@kansan.com Last week was filled with automaker headaches in Detroit, cabinet choices and stock market declines; with vampires and pirates and wondering whether Kerry Meier and Jake Sharp would be fine. Thank goodness it's Thanksgiving. We have a week for food, family, friends, the start of real competition for the basketball team and the Border Showdown. There will still be plenty of headaches in Detroit, but at least they'll stem from the football team and not bailouts. 1. A fit and motivated Sherron Collins 8 THINGS TO BE THANKFUL FOR 2. Sunny Indian summer days 3. Dayton Moore's fearless attitude when it comes to trades 4. Mochas at Signs of Life 5. Kerry Meier's sure hands 6. Hooded sweatshirts 7. Pumpkin pie with a cup 7. Pumpkin pie with a cup of coffee 8. That if you're reading this, you work, study or teach at KU. 4 THINGS TO DISLIKE ABOUT MISSOURI 2. Bandwagon Cardinal fans who show up every October 1. Silver Dollar City 3. Cut-off jorts were invented there (well, at least that would make sense) Interlude: I really do wish faded jean jackets were still in style. 4. Mizzou fans thinking their football team is a national power when it has one quality victory in the last two seasons — a close victory against Kansas. 4. Mizzou fans thinking their football team is a national power when it has one quality victory in the last two seasons — a close victory against Kansas. Interlude II: The Missouri athletics department recently made Gary Pinkel one of the highest-paid coaches in the country because of this illusion. In the last calendar year, the Tigers have gotten throttled by Oklahoma and Texas, and lost to Oklahoma State at home. Other than Kansas, the best team they've beaten is mediocre Nebraska. 3 REFRESHING QUALITIES OF THE SOMALI PIRATES 1. They reportedly bring in chefs to prepare spaghetti and chicken for their hostages. 3. They speak with reporters. I'll 2. They improve the economy in certain towns of their impoverished country. say that again. Real-life pirates have been quoted in The New York Times. 2 COOL PIRATES 1. Jack Sparrow 2. Long John Silver 3 PEOPLE WHO SHOULD NEVER HOST A CHRISTMAS SPECIAL CHRISTMAS SPECIAL 1. Kathie Lee Gifford (oops, too late) 3. Larry Johnson 5 COLLEGE BASKETBALL PLAYERS WHO ARE A JOY TO WATCH TOWATCH 1. Davidson's Stephen Curry 2. Texas A.J. Abrams 3. Notre Dame's Luke Harangy 4. Patrick Mills for St. Mary's 5. San Diego's Rob Jones THE MORNING BREW 6 QUESTIONS 1. When was the last time you saw a collect calling commercial? 2. Aren't you glad there are no more collect calling commercials so you don't have to see David Arquette? 3. Will Kansas Citians ever get to watch basketball at the Sprint Center on a regular basis? 4. How much longer until the ur- key is ready? 5. If you really wanted to stimulate the economy, wouldn't a rescue package for college students be the quickest way? 6. Where is the law? 6. Where is the love? Edited by Becka Cremer BIG 12 FOOTBALL TEXAS TECH 93 ASSOCIATED PRESS Okahama quarterback Sam Bradford avoids a tackle by Texas Tech defender Colby Whitlow as he looks for a receiver in the third quarter in Human Okla. on Saturday, Bradford threw for 34 and four touchdowns as Oklahoma won the game 65-21. Oklahoma beats Texas Tech, Iowa falls to K-State NO. 3 OKLAHOMA 65, NO. 7 TEXAS TECH 21 BY TAYLOR BERN tbern@kansan.com Blowout Sooner: Wow. Like it has done to so many teams this season, Oklahoma's offense made Tech look completely inferior. Running backs Chris Brown and DeMarco Murray combined for five touchdowns and led the Sooners to 299 yards on the ground. Three receivers — including top guys Juainq KANSAS STATE 38 IOWA STATE 30 Iglesias and Manuel Johnson — caught just one pass but each turned it into a touchdown. Sam Bradford's modest-yet-efficient 14-of-19 for 304 yards and four touchdowns make him the new Heisman front-runner. Power Towel: In his final game as the purple-clad leader, coach Ron Prince gave up 626 yards to a mediocre offense but escaped with a victory. Kansas State forced three turnovers and committed only one penalty. Quarterback Josh Freeman tossed four touchdowns in what could also be his final game. Final record: 5-7 (2-6). Limp to the Finish: Austen Arnaud completed 31 passes to 15 different receivers, but the mistakes were too much to overcome. Arnaud threw two interceptions and the Cyclones also lost a fumble. Final record: 2-10 (0-8). Guns Down: Oh boy. The Red Raiders' vaunted offensive line couldn't give quarterback Graham Harrell any time in the pocket and the results were disastrous. Tech mustered just 45 rushing yards and failed to score on consecutive drives for the first time all season. Tech defense let Oklahoma do whatever it wanted for the entire game. 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Zarda had an impressive showing at the beginning of the season at the Missouri XC Challenge, placing sixth place overall and first for his team. Zarda even earned Big 12 Runner of the Week in mid-September. "It was a surprise. I wasn't expecting it, especially my freshman year," Zarda said "It's a real big honor, so I'll take it." However, Zarda had to miss out on the Midwest Regional Championships last weekend because of a stress fracture that developed during the season. He said the injury was unfortunate but wasn't going to take him out of the indoor and outdoor season. 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One thing the freshmen had to get adjusted to was the longer distance that running on the collegiate level demands. For the men, it was going from 5K to 8K distance and going from 4K to 6K for the women. "It's a considerable jump," Zarda said. "But if you're good enough to run at a Division 1 level, then jumping from a 5K to an 8K is not a big deal." Freshman Rebeka Stowe said she preferred running at the collegiate level. "Personally, I enjoy the longer distance," Stowe said. "We had a couple 5Ks at the beginning which help with the transition." Stowe had a best showing in a 6K at the Oklahoma State Jamboree, placing 47th place overall and fifth for her team. Stowe said that it had been a big change going from high school to collegiate running. "It's a big difference running- wise and also lifestyle, getting used to being on your own," Stowe said. "But we get along really well as a team, kind of like a family." Throughout the season, freshman Donny Wasinger had been one of the top runners for the jayhawks, finishing first for the team at the Bob Timmons Classic, the first meet of the year. He also finished first for his team and 29th overall at Regionalers on Nov. 15. "At Bob Timmons, I was pretty happy about finishing first," he said. "After a while I didn't think about it. I just wanted to do what I could to help the team do as well as we could." Wasinger said he felt happy with how the year raised people's expectations of the team. "I'm looking forward to the next couple of years," Wasinger said. "We've got such a young team and the next couple years look very promising." —Edited by Adam Mowder top of the Hill Top of the Hill Winners Revealed December 1 Find out who the students voted Top of the Hill! THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN 2008 Phoenix Suns. Barkley said he "couldn't tell" specific stories about what he remembered from those two years, but loved playing with Manning. Barkley and Manning led the Suns to the playoffs during both seasons they were together. "It was cool for me to play with Danny because he was a big time name," Barkley said. "If you know anything about college basketball, you know who he is." MANNING (CONTINUED FROM 1A) Manning discussed at length the championship game and what it meant to him. Manning, however, struggled to put into words what the Hall of Fame induction meant to him. He thought Barkley summed it up best. "After we won the championship, seeing the locker room and my teammates just enjoy each other's company," Manning said. "that's something that sticks out at me until this day" Manning spent most of his time at the Hall of Fame press conference discussing his memories of the championship game. It was easy for him, especially because the game happened two miles away at Kemper Arena 20 years ago. And Manning still represented the consummate team player. He deflected praise off himself by saying he didn't view the honor as an "individual award." Without his teammates, Manning says it wouldn't be possible. Something that sticks out in Barkley's mind is when he was teammates with Manning from 1994 to 1996 in the NBA on the making sure we didn't feel that way" "Like Charles said, this is pretty cool." Manning said. Packer, who covered college basketball for 34 years, said Manning's 31-point, 18-rebound, 5-steal, 2-block performance in the 83-79 national championship victory against Oklahoma was one of the best of all time. He also considered the game one of the most memorable upsets in Final Four history. But Manning said his team never looked at it that way. He remembers coach Larry Brown coconcting a game plan to beat Oklahoma, which he credits as the main reason for winning. "I never thought they would win the national championship," Packer said. Not many people did. After all, the Jayhawks were a six-seed playing against a top-seeded Sooner squad they had already lost to twice earlier in the season. "We didn't think we were the underdogs," Manning said. "Coach Brown did a great job of Edited by Rachel Burchfield TAYLOR (CONTINUED FROM 1B) Taylor said Self talked to him recently about anticipating steals the way Chalmers — who ranks second all-time at Kansas with 283 steals — did. Taylor thinks he's up for the challenge and might gamble more for steals in the upcoming games. coming together. Collins won't be surprised if Taylor shows it against Washington tonight or Florida/ Syracuse tomorrow at the Sprint Center as part of the CBE Classic. Either way, Taylor, who wears the No. 15 jersey Chalmers left behind last year, is flattered. "Tyshawn is the type that can have a breakout game," Collins said. "I've seen it before and I'm expecting him to have a breakout game coming here in the next two games." BY DOUG TUCKER ASSOCIATED PRESS similarities between Taylor and former Jayhawk Mario Chalmers. Self said Taylor had some of the same abilities and hoped he could grow into a lock-down defender like Chalmers. And if he does, Collins will make sure he doesn't flaunt it too much. Self's high-regard for Taylor, however, has translated into the coach being tougher on him. During games, Self yells at Taylor a lot from the bench. Collins says it's the same way in practice. Taylor's turnovers aggravate Self. In the first two games, Taylor has committed five. Self says Taylor "needs to value the ball" if he wants to be a standout player in his first year in Kansas. —Edited by Ramsey Cox His teammates think it's all "To be compared to him is awesome," Taylor said. "I want to say that I hope I can fill his shoes." Snyder returns to K-State A person with knowledge of the hiring told The Associated Press that the 69-year-old Snyder would be introduced at a news conference Monday morning. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because no official announcement had been made. BIG 12 FOOTBALL KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Former Kansas State coach Bill Snyder has told school officials that he will return to coach the Wildcats. Snyder retired three years ago after turning around the football program at Kansas State in what's been called "the Miracle in Manhattan." He left with a 136- Snyder 68-1 record and was replaced by Ron Prince. The school said only that the news conference was to discuss the coaching situation. When Snyder took over after the 1988 season, the Wildcats had gone 0-21-1 their two previous years and many people in the Big Eight Conference were wondering if the school ought to give up major college football status. CARLOS ALFONSO Buy one get one FREE BEN&JERRY'S when you bring in a canned good to Ben & Jerry's for our Thanksgiving charity. 785-841-0015 "Giving back to Lawrence" Saturday, Nov. 29 Watch the extinction of the Tigers. Where beating our rivals is tradition. SERVING UP TRADITION SINCE 1953 JOHNNY'S TAVERN LAWSFRAGE · PARRAS CITY Just 'cross the bridge The Wildcats had a record of 299-510, the only major college with 500 losses. They'd won one conference title - in 1934 - and enjoyed two winning seasons in 34 years. But by 1997, Snyder had the Wildcats contending for national as well as Big 12 honors. As one long-suffering fan put it at the time, "It's like we're a big extended family that that's been living in poverty for generations, but now we've got a smart uncle who's making us all rich." When Snyder retired as the most revered figure in the school's athletic history, the stadium was renamed "Bill Snyder Family Stadium," and the highway leading from Interstate 70 into Manhattan was renamed "Bill Snyder Highway." Prince, who replaced Snyder after the 2005 season, was fired with three games left but finished out this season. He was 17-20 and beaten down by the same disadvantages that have plagued Kansas State for decades: no major population within a short distance to recruit from and less money than the more richly endowed institutions. Contact JoAnna Giffin at 816-501-3601 for more information MBA@Avila.edu THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2008 SPORTS d he tories from laying 5B VOLLEYBALL (CONTINUED FROM 1B) 01 Texas 10 KANSAS 12 KANSAS 12 10 Curt Youngblood/THE DAILY TEXAN Jenna Kaiser goes up for a block against Texas during Saturday's game in Austin. The Jayhawks lost all three sets (25-18, 25-11, 27-25). The team successfully defended Texas' All-American Destinee Hooker, but didn't stop Jilliam Fauccette with 14 kills. "It's not something that's a real possibility," Bechard said of his team's chances. "We understand that we put ourselves in that position." Which is why Bechard is looking to see how his team finishes out the season. He told his team after the match that this week is dedicated to the team's two seniors, Uhart and fellow middle blocker Savannah Noves. "We have two matches left to show progress and for this group to be together." Bechard said. volleyball notes Edited by Ramsey Cox COMPARING THETWO After playing Nebraska and Texas back-to-back, Bechard offered his thoughts on what Texas brings to the table compared to Nebraska. "I think Nebraska is probably a little more balanced and steady," he said. "While Texas is much more physical and has some better athletes in spots." He also said he would not be surprised if both teams made it to the Final Four in this year's tournament NO NEGATIVES Kansas barely escaped hitting for a negative percentage for set two as they finished with exactly eight kills and eight errors. While the .000 hitting percentage was the lowest of the match for Kansas, it came at a bad time. Texas hit .478, it's highest for the match. That also explains the most lopsided set loss for Kansas this season, losing 25-11. -Josh Bowe "We stood around on the defensive end and just let balls hit the floor," Henrickson said. "They pursued them. I thought they out-hustled us in the first half." WOMEN'S (CONTINUED FROM 1B) in the opening 20 minutes The Jayhawks battled back to tie the game at 31 late in the half before LaChelda Jacobs, one of four Jayhawk starters in double figures, hit a pull-up jumper with six seconds left to put Kansas up by two points at the break. Back-to-back three-pointers by McCray and Nicollette Smith at the start of the second half put the Jayhawks up 39-31 and they never looked back from there. The Jayhawks unleashed a 16-4 run to start the final 20 minutes and upped their lead to 49-35 midway through the half to put the game away. "We didn't come out as aggressive as we did in the second half," McCray said. "We were kind of just laid-back. Road games are different and we just didn't come out with the same energy as we have." McCray led all scorers with 27 points and 12 rebounds in 32 minutes of action. She was seven of 18 from the field and hit 11 of her 12 attempts from the free throw line. She also had four steals, a block, two assists and two three-pointers. The junior is second in the Big 12 in points per game with 23.7 and is seventh in rebounding at 8.7 boards per game. "Danielle was a monster," Henrickson said. "She was all over the glass. I thought, from tip to horn, she was solid. She made good decisions, guarded, rebounded like crazy, got to the free-throw line." Sade Morris had 14 points, Porscha Weddington had 12 and Jacobs added 10 for the Jayhawks. The team has had at least three players score in double figures in all three games this season and ranks third in the Big 12 in scoring offense at 85.7 points per game. While McCray is the unquestioned team leader, Henrickson said the emergence of Morris, Weddington and Jacobs would make the Jayhawks much more dangerous as the season rolls on. said. "Now I've never had anyone that was going to go for 40 a night, so I've never played like that, but it's a lot easier to beat someone when you've got more than one option." "The best and most fun teams I've had have had three or four people where it could be anybody's night," Henrickson The Jayhawks upped the lead to 56-39 on a McCray three-point play with 11:48 to go in the game, but a quick 13-3 run by the Billikens cut the lead to just nine at 61-52 with six minutes left to play. But Kansas didn't flinch, ending the game on a 16-4 run that had the Jayhawks fans in attendance singing the Rock Chalk Chant with less than a minute remaining. "We kept fighting," Weddington said. "I thought that we had heart and we fought until the end." The layhawks will take a break from practice to dine at Henrickson's home on Thanksgiving before preparing to host New Orleans on Sunday afternoon. They will look to go 4-0 for the first time since the 2005-2006 season. — Edited by Adam Mowder women's basketball notes BONNIE STRESSING DEFENSE Those watching women's basketball practices may be hard-pressed to find a worse defensive team in college basketball — at least that's the way Kansas players see it. With coach Bonnie Henrickson and her staff placing extra emphasis on defense this season, practices have been shaped into a defensive boot camp of sorts. "I swear, if anyone saw us in practice they would honestly think that we were the worst defensive team in the country," junior Kelly Kohn said. "And I only say that because our coaches push us so much, especially this year." Sometimes, junior Sade Morris said, practices are halted in the middle of an offensive play to point out defensive flaws: You didn't throw your foot out, you're opening up, get your hands off. "You feel like you are just the worst defensive player ever," Morris said. But through three games, the increased prodding is paying off. Kansas' opponents are averaging 58 points per game, while shooting just 37 percent. During that same stretch, the Jayhawks had 30 steals. Against St. Louis yesterday, the Jayhawks held the Billikens to 32 percent shooting and one completed three-pointer. WORKING THE GUN "Since the beginning of practice it has been the number one area of focus," Kohn said. "Nothing is ever good enough until it's absolutely perfect." Credit part of Kansas' longrange sharpening to extra work with "the gun." Only this gun fires basketballs, not bullets. Looking to improve their three-point shooting percentages from a year ago, the Jayhawks spent more time beyond the arc in the offseason. Much of that time consisted of nothing more than a simple drill: shoot, catch the rebounded pass from the gun and shoot again. Aided by the gun — a machine that passes basketball back to the shooter — the Jayhawks are hitting 38 percent of their three-point shots through three games. Perhaps the most significant improvements can be seen in junior Danielle McCray, McCray, who shot 30 percent from three-point range last year, has made 10 of her 18 attempts this season, including two of five against St. Louis yesterday. True, it's still early in the season, but the Jayhawks said consistent shooting is an area in which they've improved. So far, four players have made three-pointers, while three Jayhawks have made at least three. "That's where we've matured this year," junior Kelly Kohn said. 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Markieff Morris recorded 15 rebounds in the first game of the season and got the Kansas' game against Washington is first difficult one of the season PLAYER TO WATCH CBE CHALLENGES KU nod at power forward for game two. In the game against Florida Gulf Coast, Marcus played better than Markieff and Thomas with 10 rebounds. That should lead you to believe he will start against Washington. He's also probably the most talented of the freshmen big men. QUESTION MARK Morris KANSAS VS. WASHINGTON 9 p.m., SPRINT CENTER, Kansas City, Mo., ESPN2 Collins' teammates look up to him. And by all accounts, he's done a terrific job directing them Can Sherron Collins keep the Jayhawks focused on the court? on the court in the first two games. Collins will face his toughest task as a leader, however, against Washington if: a) the Jayhawks get off to a big lead to start the Collins A. E. MIDDLETON game or b) the Jayhawks get off to a slow start and fall behind by more than 10 points. Collins will need to keep Kansas concentrated in either of those situations. COUNTDOWN TO TIPOFF GAME DAY "This is why I came here. I knew we were going to play against good competition. I'm ready." "This is perfect for us. It's probably perfect for Washington, Florida and Syracuse too. It's a good way to find out where we're at." HEARYE. HEARYE — Kansas coach Bill Self on the CBE Classic Freshman guard Tyshawn Taylor on the CBE Classic KANSAS STARTERS M. B. Collins Sherron Collins, 5-foot-11 junior guard Washington uses three point guards equally throughout the game. It shouldn't matter. Collins is better than all of them. ★★★★ M. MCKAY Taylor One of the last times Taylor played in Kansas City, he scored 47 points in a ProAm game. If he scored one-third of that against Washington, it would be huge. Tyshawn Taylor, 6-foot-2 freshman guard ★★★☆ Pavel Lukasov JAMES WILSON Morningstar Brady Morningstar, 6-foot-3 sophomore Morningstar recorded six assists and no turnovers in the game against Florida Gulf Coast. He also played defense well enough to be used on an instructional video. guard Thomas ★★☆☆ Markieff Morris, 6-foot-9 freshman Morris PETER ROWELL Markieff's encore to his 15-rebound performance in his first game wasn't anything special. He didn't do anything wrong, though. WASHINGTON ★★★☆ Dentmon forward So far he's been backing up the famous name. Thomas leads the team in assists and scored 19 points in Washington's most recent victory, a game against Florida international in which star Jon Brockman played poorly. Isaiah Thomas, 5-foot-8 freshman guard Justin Dentmon, 5-foot-11 senior guard ★★★☆★ Pondexter's scoring numbers are down, but he's learned how to rebound. He's turned into one of the best rebounding swingmen in the country, averaging 7.3 rebounds per game. A ★★★★★ ★★★★ Dentmont and Brockman are the two leaders. They played big roles for the Huskies as freshman when the team was getting national attention. Now as seniors, they are trying to get Washington back to prominence. Quincy Pondexter, 6-foot-6 junior forward Pondexter Aldrich Aldrich Jon Brockman, 6-foot-7 senior forward Cole Aldrich, 6-foot-11 Washington might not make the NCAA Tournament or finish in the top half of the Pacific 10, but that shouldn't keep Brockman from being regarded as one of the best post players in the country. He's averaging a double-double and should become the Huskies' all-time leading rebounder some time in the middle of the season. sophomore center If Aldrich swats a few shots or dunks a few balls early, he could give Kansas immediate momentum. He says he needs to play smarter Brockman ★★★★★ I to avoid foul trouble. T ★★★★☆ Lorenzo Romar elected to redshirt Gant last year, hoping he could polish some of his skills. Early on, Gant has shown the athletic ability that made him a highly sought after recruit in high school, but he has yet to nut every Darnell Gant, 6-foot-8 freshman forward WILSON NSAS 15 SIXTH MAN Morris pulled down 10 rebounds against Florida Gulf Coast, but shot only 2-for-8 from the field. He needs to be more patient and focus on getting points on putbacks. ★★☆☆ DRIVER Marcus Morris, 6-foot-8 freshman Gant NAS 15 Morris - Case Keefer ★★★★ A more guard Tyshawn Taylor SIXTH MAN Venoy Overton, 5-foot-11 sopho- In Washington's season opening loss to Portland, he was one of the most important players on the floor. Overton came off the bench to score nine points, grab five rebounds and hand out three assists. A. KEANEY ★★★☆★ Overton Mark Dent UW TIPOFF AT A GLANCE Boy, 2006 sure seems like a long time ago. Brandon Roy and Washington led No. 1 seed Connecticut in the Sweet 16 that year for nearly the whole game before blowing it at the end. That loss gave a year after the Huskies earned a No. 1 seed and another Sweet 16 berth. Since then, Washington hasn't been nearly as fortunate. Roy graduated, Spencer Hawes left early and Martell Webster never arrived on campus. Despite those losses, coach Lorenzo Romar has fielded a talented team that just can't win against top competition. This is the last year for Justin Dentmon and Jon Brockman to bring Washington back, and a season-opening loss to Portland wasn't a good start. PLAYER TO WATCH Senior forward Jon Brockman Brockman is the best player for any of the four schools at the CBE Classic. ESPN analyst called him the nation's best rebounder, and so far he's averaging 11.3 rebounds per game to go along with 20.3 points. If Washington were located on the East Coast and got a few more victories, he'd be as good a candidate as anyone to win National Player of the Year. QUESTION MARK Do the Huskies have enough depth and size? The biggest problem for Washington the last two years hasn't been talent at the top. The Huskies have had a starting lineup with Pondexter, Dentmon and Brockman, a big three that rivals the top teams in the Pac-10. Isaiah Thomas has shown promise so far this season, but after that, the Huskies struggle, notably on the inside. It already doesn't help that Brockman and Gant are both undersized for their roles, but the players replacing them aren't any bigger. Outside of raw seven-footer Joe Wolfinger, no one taller than 6-foot-8 gets consistent playing time. HEARYE HEARYE "They believe that they can win because they've won. They're system is their system. But when you lose a Darrell Arthur, Mario Chalmers (and) Brandon Rush all in the same year, you're going to be a little bit of a different team." Coach Lorenzo Romar, on Kansas to the Seattle Times "When he comes into games, he comes in and stops the other team's best player. Like Coach says, if there's a fire, you're going to have to put the fire out. He comes in and puts the fire out." — Justin Dentmon to the Seattle Times about reserve Justin Holiday, who played 19 minutes in the Huskies' victory against Florida International BIG 12 SCHEDULE Game Texas vs. St. Joseph's 2 p.m. ESPN2 Baylor vs. Jacksonville 7 p.m. N/A Hawaii vs. Iowa State 11 p.m. N/A Time (CT) Channel BIG 12 CONFERENCE SPRINT CENTER WILL ROCK IF... Cole Aldrich outplays Washington's Jon Brockman. In accolades and statistics, Brockman has Aldrich beat in the battle of big men. Brockman is averaging 20 points and 11 rebounds per game as opposed to Aldrich's 13 points and six rebounds. Brockman is an All-American candidate. Aldrich didn't even make the first team of the Big 12 Conference. But if Aldrich slows down Brockman, he'll start to get more attention. PHOG ALLEN WILL ROLL OVER IN HIS GRAVE IF... Jon Brockman rolls over Cole Aldrich. Let's keep it simple. Aldrich is four inches taller than the 6 foot-7 Brockman, which should give the Jayhawk the rebounding advantage. Except Brockman, a senior, is one of the nation's elite at positioning himself under the basket for rebounds. The matchup can get physical early as the two try to box each other out. This is where all of Aldrich's weight-training in the summer could pay off. PREDICTION: NONCONFERENCE SCHEDULE Kansas 79, Washington 74 Date Opponent TV Time
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TodayWASHINGTON (Sprint Center)ESPN29 p.m.
TuesdayFLORIDA/SYRACUSE (Sprint Center)ESPNU/ESPN26:45/9:15 p.m.
Nov. 28COPPIN STATEJayhawk TV7 p.m.
Dec. 1KENT STATEESPNU8 p.m.
Dec. 3NEW MEXICO STATEJayhawk TV7 p.m.
Dec. 6JACKSON STATEJayhawk TV1 p.m.
Dec. 13MASSACHUSETTS (Sprint Center)ESPN1 p.m.
Dec. 20TEMPLEESPN21:30 p.m.
Dec. 23at ArizonaFSN9:30 p.m.
Dec. 30ALBANYESPNU8 p.m.
Jan. 3TENNESSEEESPN1 p.m.
Jan. 6SIENAJayhawk TV7 p.m.
Jan. 10at Michigan StateCBSnoon
ANSAN 2008 a long Wash- fecticut near- owing a year no. 1 berth. n't ny eft ever those has just tition. Dent- ring son- n't a H kman the hed nder long st hed yone Year. FRESHMAN GUARD MAKES IMPRESSION AGAINST HUSKIES TIME FOR A SHOWDOWN FOOTBALL | 1B 北川羌族自治县曲山镇东河村村民委员会 Tyshawn Taylor made key plays in a 73-54 victory. MEN'S BASKETBALL | 1B THE STUDENT VOICE SINCE 1904 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2008 WWW.KANSAN.COM VOLUME 120ISSUE 69 GREEK LIFE Groups chosen to perform in Rock Chalk Revue Whitney Juneau, Lawrence senior and member of Delta Delta Delta, awaits the announcement of the results of the Rock Chalk Revue selection process Monday evening at Liberty Hall. The pairing of Sigma Phi Epsilon and Delta Delta Delta was one of five groups to make it into the student talent show that will take place in March at the Lied Center. Five shows will hit the stage in March BY BRANDY ENTSMINGER bentsminger@kansan.com Jerry Wang/KANSAN Groups sat in tense silence with arms entwined as they awaited the In/Out announcement for "In the Nick of Time," the 60th annual Rock Chalk Revue production. As the executive director of the production finished reading the names of the shows that made it in to the revue, groups either broke down in tears or ran from the building in excitement. Some did both. After spending countless hours writing scripts, designing costumes and recording songs, the Rock Chalk directors for Kappa Sigma fraternity learned they missed the mark again this year. The last time Kappa Sigma made it into the show was in 1988, but that didn't stop the fraternity from trying again this year. Robby House, Salina sophomore and one of Kappa Sigma's directors, said he was disappointed, but he said the fraternity would try again next year. "Either way, the philanthropy is going to get done, so that's great." House said. Groups had to complete plans for their shows before finding out whether they had been selected. Only five of the 11 groups that tried out for the production will perform when the show hits the stage in March. Andrew Calver, Overland Park sophomore and Rock Chalk director for Kappa Sigma, said the number of hours each group spent working on its shows made the process challenging. "I've put an obscene amount of work." Calver said. "It's taken over my life." A variety of factors, such as the talent level in other groups, could be responsible for Kappa Sigma missing out on making Rock Chalk Revue for the past 20 years, Calver said. Calver said Kappa Sigma was hopeful this year because it had members with the talent and desire to perform. He said the fraternity had put a lot of work into what it saw as an original idea. "It's hard to point a finger at one thing or another," he said. "One way or another we've fallen short of the mark every year." Kevin Campbell, Leawood senior and executive producer of Rock Chalk Revue, said fraternities and sororities continued applying despite all the work because getting into the show marked their chapters as some of the top chapters on campus. Although Campbell said the directors put in a lot of work, he said the three members of each chapter chosen to be directors enjoyed working on the show and often felt pride at being selected by their chapter to lead the show. "You're viewed as kind of heroic by the people in your house" Campbell said. Calver said making it into the show would have brought respect and recognition to Kappa Sigma. He said he still recognized the lead performers from previous shows when he saw them around Lawrence. "If you put on a really good show, people will smile upon your name," Calver said. The proceeds from Rock Chalk Revue benefit the United Way of Douglas County. Last year the program donated more than participants "Jayhawk Jackpot"—Delta Delta Delta and Sigma Phi Epsilon "Cast to Sea"—Kappa Kappa Gamma and Pi Kappa Phi "Once Upon A Rhyme"—Kappa Alpha Theta and Delta Upsilon "Diamond In the Rough"— Gamma Phi Beta and Phi Delta Theta "Disco Nights"—Sigma Kappa and Theta Chi $38,000, and this year it is almost halfway to its goal of $60,000. Three Rock Chalk directors from every fraternity and sorority plan the show for ... Jerry Wang/KANSAN Katy Redman, Grand Island, Neb., junior and Rock Chalk director for Alpha Gamma Delta sorority, and Robby House, Salina sophomore and director for Kappa Sigma fraternity, await the results of this year's In/Out ceremony. Five of 11 groups made the cut, but Kappa Sigma, Alpha Gamma Delta did not. SEE REVUE ON PAGE 4A STUDENT SENATE New limits on campaigning leave Wescoe a little emptier Student Senate coalitions will face tighter campaigning time limits and budgets this year. Senate passed a new elections reform bill that shortens the time students can actively campaign by approaching students directly and passively campaign by sitting at tables in the Kansas Union. It also caps each coalition's total spending at $6,000. FULL STORY PAGE 3A FINANCE Campus living and eating costs to rise BY JOE PREINER jpreiner@kansan.com She said the departments would use Students who plan on paying for on-campus living or dining next year will have to reach deeper into their pockets to foot the bill. The annual KU budget proposal went before the Kansas Board of Regents last week and, if approved, both on-campus housing and dining prices would increase. Diana Robertson, director of student housing, said each student would pay an average $330 more for both services next year. the additional money for maintenance of KU housing and dining halls. The Board of Regents will decide on the proposal in December. If approved, students would not feel the effects until next fall. Naomi Wilfred, Boston junior, stopped living on campus after her sophomore year. She said although she enjoyed the convenience of living on campus, she thought the conditions of residence halls and Jayhawker Towers were subbar. "People enjoy their freshman year." Wilfred said. "But how often do you hear people saying they'd never go back to the SEE MONEY ON PAGE 4A $12,000 Housing and Meal Cost Comparison Big 12 Universities 2008-09 Academic Year $10,000 $8,000 $6,000 $4,000 $2,000 CollegeD Texas Baylor Texas Tech Oklahoma Nebraska-Lincoln Wisconsin Kansas Iowa State Oklahoma State Troy AAM Kansas State index Classifieds...3B Opinion...7A Crossword...6A Sports...1B Horoscopes...6A Sudoku...6A All contents, unless stated otherwise, © 2008 The University Daily Kansan APPLY FOR KANSAN JOBS @JOBS.KU.EDU BY DEC.1 Designer, correspondent, columnist, editorial writer, sports writer, photographer and cartoonist applications available. weather A HAPPY HOUSE TODAY 52 29 Sunny 5727 THURSDAY Sunny 5232 Sunny weather.com 2A --- NEWS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN quote of the day TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2008 "The pilgrims made seven times more graves than huts... nevertheless, set aside a day of thanksgiving." — H.W. Westermayer fact of the day Turkeys can drown if they look up when it is raining. Source: Home.aristotle.net/Thanksgiving 3. Manning inducted into National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame most e-mailed 2. Kansan hiring entry-level positions for Spring 2009 Here's a list of the five most e-mailed stories from Kansan. com: 4. Thornbrugh: What book Western Civ should have to include 1. University uses Second Life for nurses training The University Daily Kansan is the student newspaper of the University of Kansas. The first copy is paid through the student activity fee. Additional copies of The Kansan are 25 cents. Subscriptions can be purchased at the Kansan business office, 119 Stauffer-Flint Hall, 1435 Jayhawk Blvd., Lawrence, KS 66045. The University Daily Kansan (ISSN 0746-4967) is published daily during the school year except Saturday, Sunday, fall break, spring break and exams. Weekly during the summer session excluding holidays. Periodical postage is paid in Lawrence, KS 66044. Annual subscriptions by mail are $120 plus tax. Student subscriptions are paid through the student activity fee. Postmaster: Send address changes to The University Daily Kansan, 119 Stauffer-Flint Hall, 1435 Jayhawk Blvd., Lawrence, KS 66045 5. Shakespearean theater to open spring 2009 et cetera media partners KUJH For more news turn to KUJH. Sunflower Broadband Channel 31 in Lawrence. The student-produced news airs at 5:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m, 9:30 p.m, and 11:30 p.m, every Monday through Friday. Also, check KUH online at tvku.edu. KJHJ is the student voice in radio. Each day there is a music show, talk shows and other content made for students, yu students. Whether it's rock'n roll or reggae, sports or special events, KJHJ 90.7 is for you. 907 kjhx contact us Tell us your news Contact Matt Erickson, Mark Dunt, Dan Hurst, Brenna Hawman or editor or edan Katsior 1Kansai newsroom Klausanft Flair Hall Lawrence, KS 60405 Lawrence, KS 784-851 Here comes Peter Cottontail ... INITIAL ASSOCIATED PRESS Lisa Franzetta, right, of the U.S., and Lauren Bowey of Australia, members of PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals), wearing only underwear and bunny ears, protest against the wearing of fur in downtown Moscow on Monday near a monument to Karl Marx. Bush pardons 14 for misdeeds POLITICS Bush has been stingy during his time in office about handing out such reprieves. Including these actions, he has granted a total of 171 and eight commutations. That's less than half as many as Presidents Clinton or Reagan issued during their time in office. Both were two-term presidents. WASHINGTON — President George W. Bush has granted pardons to 14 individuals and commuted the prison sentences of two others convicted of misdeeds ranging from drug offenses to tax evasion, from wildlife violations to bank embezzlement, The Associated Press learned Monday. The new round of White House pardons are Bush's first since March and come less than two months before he will end his presidency. The crimes committed by those on the list also include offenses involving hazardous waste, food Some high-profile individuals, such as Michael Milken, are seeking a pardon on securities fraud charges. Two politicians convicted of public corruption — former Rep. Randy "Duke" Cunningham, R-Calif., and four-term Democratic Louisiana Gov. Edwin W. Edwards — are asking Bush to shorten their prison terms. stamps, and the theft of government property. dons is absolute and cannot be overruled. Bush also commuted the prison sentences of John Edward Forte of North Brunswick, N.J., and James Russell Harris of Detroit, Mich. Both were convicted of cocaine offenses. Under the Constitution, the president's power to issue par- One hot topic of discussion related to pardons is whether Bush might decide to issue pre-emptive pardons before he leaves office to government employees who authorized or engaged in harsh interrogations of suspected terrorists in the wake of the Sept. 11 attacks. Some constitutional scholars and human rights groups want the incoming administration of President-elect Barack Obama to investigate possible war crimes. If Bush were to pardon anyone involved, it would provide protection against criminal charges, particularly for people who were following orders or trying to protect the nation with their actions. But it would also be highly controversial. At the same time, Obama advisers say there is little — if any chance that his administration would bring criminal charges. ODD NEWS Boat parade loses support because of name change PATCHOGUE, N.Y. — An annual parade of boats on a Long Island river that dropped "Christmas" from its name has apparently lost lots of supporters. About 1,000 people showed up Sunday for the Patchogue Boat Parade of Lights. That's 500 fewer than usually showed up when it was called the Patchogue Christmas Boat Parade. Brookhaven-based fireworks company Fireworks by Grucci dropped its sponsorship after the Greater Patchogue Foundation removed "Christmas" from the parade's name. Grucci vice president Philip Butler opposes the secularization of Christmas. His supporters encouraged area residents to stay away from the parade on Patchogue River. The change was made after some residents complained the name wasn't inclusive enough. Organizers say the parade still was a success. Shopper stops carjacker with frozen turkey RALEIGH, N.C. — Stopped. Cold turkey. North Carolina authorities say a shopper clubbed an alleged car jacket with a frozen turkey as he tried to steal a woman's car in a grocery store parking lot Sunday. Police say 30-year-old Fred Louis Ervin of Raleigh stole money from a gas station before running across the street to a Harris Teeter store in a town just south of Raleigh. Garner police say he began beating Irene Moore man Bailey while stealing her car. Despite serious head injuries, Ervin got away in Bailey's car and hit several other cars as he fled. But police arrested him a short time later. He faces several charges including assault inflicting serious injury. Ervin was hospitalized Monday in good condition, a hospital spokeswoman said. He had not yet been assigned a lawyer and was to appear in court Dec. 30. Other shoppers came to her rescue, including one who hit Ervin with the turkey. Police did not release the person's name. NEW YORK — What a relief! The free public restrooms operated by the Charmin toilet paper company in Times Square during the holidays have been rolled out for another year. It's the third straight year for the 20 deluxe stalls. The plush potties feature flat-screen televisions, attendants dressed in tuxedos and plenty of Charmin. Times Square's free toilets open for holiday season The loars are so luxurious that Charmin promises Times Square tourists will feel like kings sitting on their thrones before making their royal flushes. CLEVELAND — A ton of coal was just taking up space in the They'll be open daily through the end of the year except Christmas Day. For the first time, they'll be on New Year's Day until 2 a.m. for the crowd watching the 2009 ball drop. The toilets were inaugurated Monday with a ceremonial first flush by pop singer and Broadway star Joey Fatone. Man offers basement pile of coal for free in online ad The knee-high pile of anthracite coal was down there in 1997 when Hronek bought the house. basement of Steve Hronek's 90-year-old house, but to other people it was an alternative-fuel treasure. The house was once heated with a low-tech coal-burning furnace. He turned to a high-tech solution, offering the coal in an online classified ad to anyone who wanted it. One dealer said that type of anthracite coal, higher in heat and lower in soot than common bituminous or soft coal, sells for $220 or more per ton, but Hronek just wanted his basement cleaned up. The ad he posted Nov. 17 offered the coal for free — to anyone who was willing to haul the big, heavy chunks out of his basement in Cleveland Heights. Responses from people looking for fuel started coming within 15 minutes and continued for two days, and people showed up with trucks. Hronek says all the coal has been spoken for. The workshop "Supervisory Training for Excellence in Performance" will begin at 9 a.m. in 204 JRP. on campus on the record On Nov. 24, the KU Public Safety Office reported that: Associated Press On Nov. 22, an unknown suspect entered a student's residence in Oliver Hall and took nearly $2,100 of property. — In McCollum Hall, a victim reported a stolen credit card, which an unknown suspect used to make $240 in purchases. — On Nov. 23, a victim reported that someone had stolen a debit card from a wallet at the Student Recreation Center, and a tiffany bracelet valued at $250 was reported lost somewhere on campus. — In Eaton Hall, one or more individuals knocked a large hole in a wall, incurring $200 in damage. SCIENCE KU researchers take legal action for patents He said the issue involved the contributions the two researchers had made to Velcade. The original complaint, which was filed on Nov. 13, sought to add the names of KU researchers Val Stella and Wanda Waugh to two patents for Velcade, an anti-cancer drug. The KU Center for Research is taking legal action against the U.S. Department of Health and the National Institutes of Health for drug-patent disagreements. Steve Warren, the president of the KU Center for Research, said he thought the lawsuit had stemmed from an honest disagreement. Though officials from the Center are not seeking any monetary compensation for the patents, if the researchers names are included, they will each receive money from the sale of the drug. The drug has proven effective in treating leukemia and other cancers. Warren said he was confident the contributions of the University's researchers would merit the addition of their names to the patents. Joe Preiner KU1info daily KU info Happy Thanksgiving break, everyone. There will certainly be lots of Jayhawks on the highway this week, since almost exactly one-third of the KU student population is from out of state. $20,000 BONUS FOR SPECIFIC JOBS MAKE SOME NOISE! Boost your GPA! We're talking about your Graduation Plan of Attack. Do it with 100% Tuition Assistance, low-cost healthcare, a supplemental paycheck, a C career jump start, and up to a $20,000 bonus for specific jobs. All this as a member of the Air Force Reserve with no prior military experience needed. THE LINE OF THE WOODEN BACKGROUND IS ADJUSTED TO THE CORNER OF THE MARKER. AIR FORCE RESERVE AFReserve.com/TalkToUs --- NEWS THE UNIVERSITY JAILY KANSAN 3A TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2008 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2006 STUDENT SENATE Elections reforms limits campaigning BY HALEY JONES hjones@kansan.com Don't make eye contact. That's what Lindsay Elliott thought as she walked by student senators campaigning on Wescoe Beach. She hoped they wouldn't bother her, but her evasiveness wasn't enough. "Hi, I'm running for Student Senate. Do you mind if I walk with you for a second?" Student Senate coalitions are already preparing for spring elections, but this year, campaigning will be less invasive to students. Under a new elections reform bill that Senate passed several weeks ago, coalitions cannot begin any campaigning - passive or active — until five weeks before election. Last year, tabling on campus was not limited, and active campaigning was allowed only the week before elections. That means that under last year's elections code, coalitions could be tabling in front of Wescoe Hall right now. But for students such as Elliott, the change is welcome. "We're students, and they're students, and there still needs to be regulation on what lines you can and can't cross," she said. Elliott said although campaigning didn't affect her life that much, she didn't enjoy being hassled on campus. "It bothers me when I politely decline their little spiel or politely pass by rather than stopping and listening, and they have a smart comment they throw back while I'm walking away," she said. The bill's limitations allow coalitions less time and money to campaign. The bill caps spending at $6,000, an amount most senators agreed was fair. Last year, some former coalitions spent about $10,000 and another spent only $75. Adam Wood, Lawrence senior and president of former coalition Students for Liberty, said the new limitations would make running an efficient campaign more important. Wood, who opposed the elections reform bill, said it handicapped smaller coalitions that had less support and existing campaign materials. "It's going to be a little difficult," he said, "but in a way it helps because some people are kind of irresponsible and just go out there and, for half a year, just bother everybody. People get sick of it." The enforceability of the $6,000 spending limit was one of Wood's major concerns about the bill. He said that there needed to be more oversight of coalitions' spending so the race was fairer but that not all senators agreed with him. He said when he voiced his concerns about people exceeding the limits, one senator asked him whether he trusted other senators. "That's kind of the point," he said. "We shouldn't trust anybody in any point of power. We should keep their feet on the floor." But Mason Heilman, Lawrence junior and Student Executive Committee chairman, said the spending cap was just as enforceable as any other election regulations. He said coalitions had incentive to obey the limit because the penalty for going over the limit was to pay 50 percent of the amount that exceeded $6,000. "I think that's steep enough," he said. "Setting the limit at $6,000 is much better than having an indeterminate amount of money." Wood said he was interested, albeit a little skeptical, to see how campaigning turned out. "I hope they're right," he said. "If everybody is honest, you'll have a very fair, even race. But I'm really hard-pressed to believe everybody will abide by the $6,000 limit." Although the new election codes leave Senate with more spending limits and time constraints to enforce, they leave students on campus a little less stress. For students who are not interested in Senate elections, fewer days having to deal with campaigning would be a welcome change. For those who do care, reduced campaigning could mean less voter fatigue when it comes time to vote. RESEARCH Edited by Lauren Keith ASSOCIATED PRESS Jim Carrey stars as Truman Burbank in the 1998 movie "The Truman Show," in which Carrey's character discovers every moment of his life has been broadcast. Now doctors have given the name "Truman syndrome" to a delusion afflicting patients who believe they are living their lives in reality TV shows. Doctors find 'Truman syndrome' BY JENNIFER PELTZ ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK — One man showed up at a federal building, asking for release from the reality show he was sure was being made of his life. Another was convinced his every move was secretly being filmed for a TV contest. A third believed everything — the news, his psychiatrists, the drugs they prescribed — was part of a phony, stage-set world with him as the involuntary star, like the 1998 movie "The Truman Show" ture were in, in which fame holds such high value?" said Dr. Joel Gold, a psychiatrist affiliated with New York's Bellevue Hospital. Researchers have begun documenting what they dub the "Truman syndrome," a delusion afflicting people who are convinced that their lives are secretly playing out on a reality TV show. Scientists say the disorder underscores the influence pop culture can have on mental conditions. Within a two-year period, Gold said he encountered five patients with delusions related to reality TV. Several of them specifically mentioned "The Truman Show". Researchers have begun documenting what they dub the "Truman Syndrome,"a delusion afflicting people who are convinced that their lives are secretly playing out on a reality TV show. "The question is really: Is this just a new twist on an old paranoid or grandiose delusion, or is there sort of a perfect storm of the cul- Gold and his brother, a psychol- other, a psychologist, started presenting their observations at medical schools in 2006. After word spread beyond medical circles this summer, they learned of about 50 more people with similar symptoms. The brothers are Meanwhile, researchers in London described a "Truman syndrome" patient in the British Journal of Psychiatry in August. The 26-year-old postman "had a sense the world was slightly unreal, as if he was the eponymous hero in the film," the researchers wrote. now working on a scholarly paper. The Oscar-nominated movie stars Jim Carrey as Truman Burbank. He leads a merrily uneventful life until he realizes his friends and family are actors, his seaside town is a TV soundstage and every moment of his life has been broadcast. His struggle to sort out reality and illusion is heartwarming, but researchers say it's often horrifying for "Truman syndrome" patients. Delusions can be a symptom of various psychiatric illnesses, as well as neurological conditions such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases. Some drugs also can make people delusional. A few take pride in their imagined celebrity, but many are deeply upset at what feels like an Orwellian invasion of privacy. The man profiled in the British Journal was diagnosed with schizophrenia and is unable to work. One of Gold's patients planned to commit suicide if he couldn't leave his supposed reality show. It's not unusual for psychiatrists to see delusional patients who believe their relatives have been replaced by impostors or who think figures in their lives are taking on multiple disguises. Delusions tend to be classified by broad categories, such as the belief that one is being persecuted, but research has shown culture and technology can also affect them. Several recent studies have chronicled delusions entwined with the Internet such as a patient in Austria who believed she had become a walking webcam. But "Truman" delusions are more sweeping, involving not just some associates but society at large, Gold said. Reality television may help such patients convince themselves their experiences are plausible, according to the Austrian woman's psychiatrists, writing in the journal Psychopathology in 2004. That's not to say reality shows make healthy people delusional, "but, at the very least, it seems possible to me that people who would become ill are becoming ill quicker or in a different way," Gold said. Ian Gold, a philosophy and psychology professor at McGill University in Montreal who has researched the matter with his brother, suggests reality TV and the Web, with their ability to make strangers into intimates, may compound psychological pressure on people who have underlying problems dealing with others. Other researchers aren't convinced but still find the "Truman syndrome" an interesting example of the connection between culture and mental health. 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Berndt said that the Scientology church and security guards were already familiar with Majorski, and that he had been associated with the church in the "distant past." She did not elaborate on the earlier dealings. "The security people were aware of him through some prior incidents." Berndt said. Mario Maiorski, 48, was shot once by a security guard as he tried to use the swords to attack guests at the Scientology Celebrity Centre in Hollywood on Sunday, Detective Wendi Berndt said. "The security guard had to take action to prevent the deceased from killing or maiming people The shooting will be reviewed by the district attorney's office, but police were treating the killing as justifiable. on the premises," Berndt said. Majorski was pronounced dead at Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center. Security surveillance tape showed Majorski arrived around noon in a red convertible, then approached the guards with a sword in each hand before he was shot, Berndt said. 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Nona Golledge, director of dining services, said the budgeting process had become more difficult during the past few years because of the shrinking economy. She said the fluctuating price of oil and food costs made budgeting a weekly necessity within the department. "We are not immune to those high prices," Golledge said. "Our goal is to always improve, but we have to be accountable for our finances." Golledge said her department wanted to keep food prices reasonable for students, but it also had to account for fluctuating food costs. Along with food costs, dining services must also account for maintenance of its 20 facilities and utility fees, such as electricity and employee wages. On the housing side, the proposal would allow for major renovations to continue in on-campus residence halls. Planned maintenance would also continue, such as the replacement of air-conditioning units in both Oliver Hall and one of the jawhower Towers. A. "Good communication has been really important to us." Oh said. "Even if the costs increase, at least we have a say in what happens." increase in housing costs. But, he said, open communication with the department of student housing had helped to change his mind, and he saw the increase as necessary. Seyool Oh, Tinhae, South Korea, graduate student, who lives on campus at Stouffer Place, said he was originally opposed to the Kimberley Self, Topeka freshman and Lindsay Marshall, Salina freshman gather their lunch at Mrs. E's dining hall. Edited by Andy Greenhaw proposed changes Residence Halls (Traditional double room) Current: $3,386 annually Proposed: $3,554 Difference: $168 Percent change: +5.0 Meal Plans Meal Plans (Default plan: 390 meals per year and $280 in Cuisine Cash) Current: $3,088 annual Proposed: $3,248 Difference: $160 Percent change: +5.2 REVUE (CONTINUED FROM 1A) their groups. Kappa Sigma worked with Alpha Gamma Delta sorority on its production. The directors must attend weekly meetings beginning in September and turn in a portion of their show every week for five weeks. The final turn-in is a notebook that outlines the script, set, costumes and characters for the show. After the notebooks were turned in on Nov. 7, the groups must participate in two interviews in which they perform a five-minute skit and answer questions about their show. On top of planning the show, every group must complete enough community service hours equal to three hours per member before they turn in a notebook. The groups must complete an additional three hours per member to participate in an awards ceremony in the spring. Rock Chalk Revue will take place March 5, 6 and 7 at the Lied Center. Edited by Rachel Burchfield Tours in North Korean city to end Dec. 1 [국산] 제10회 국산 초기화옥소 선행회 2014년 3월 1일 반드시 교육관계자와 함께 공식적인 예전의 초기화옥소를 보여주는 활동이 수준이다. BY JEAN H. LEE ASSOCIATED PRESS KAESONG, North Korea — For youths tours of this historic city — famed for its Buddhist temples, royal tombs and ancient religions — have given South Koreans a glimpse of life in the hidden communist North. A South Korean tourist pays a dollar for a coffee on a street during a tour to Kaesong, North Korea, on Saturday. State-run North Korean media said its military had informed the South it would follow through with a plan to restrict overland passage through their heavily armed border starting Dec. 1. The report says the border shutdown will mean a total suspension of tourism to the North Korean city of Kaesong. But North Korea officials announced Monday that these visits were being suspended starting Dec. 1 because of tensions with Seoul — not that they were that truly welcoming anyway: On a weekend visit, cell phones, laptops and cameras with telephoto lenses were locked away even before the tour bus left South Korean territory. "Don't bring back red items or any of that North Korean propaganda — I know foreigners love to buy propaganda," she said. Travelers were warned not to speak to ordinary North Koreans, not to criticize the government or to ask about the health of Kim Jong Il. And no souvenirs depicting the Dear Leader, a South Korean guide warned. The moment the bus passed from South to North on Saturday. South Korean tourists broke out in applause. At immigration, North Korea's de facto theme song for reconciliation — "Nice to Meet You" — played over and over on a loudspeaker as travelers endured yet another security check. ASSOCIATED PRESS able a decade ago. As the bus ambled into Kaesong with two new North Korean guides aboard, soldiers stood guard at intervals along the route, a lone figure in a brown field or on an empty dirt road, red flag at the ready to wave at an errant tourist snapping a photo from the bus window with a small camera. If the flag had been raised, the entire convoy would have stopped and the illicit photo ordered deleted from the camera. And for many, it was their first meeting with North Koreans. The guide, a Kaesong native, was witty and warm as he told tourists about the history of the capital known as Songdo, "the City of Pine Trees," at one point serenading them with Korea's most famous folk song, "Arirang" and teasing them with jokes — a scene perhaps unthink- He also displayed a keen interest in President-elect Barack Obama, inquiring about the Democrat's stance on U.S.-North Korea relations. For many on board, it was their first trip to reclusive North Korea, a country that is run with absolute authority by the autocratic Kim. "I see no reason why the two countries should be so far apart if the U.S. policy changes," he said. "It would be better if the two countries were friendly in the future." Though restrictive, the tours have been immensely popular among South Koreans since they began a year ago, with more than 110,000 tourists piling onto buses for the daylong visit to a city just 40 miles from Seoul but inaccessible for nearly 60 years. North Korea's announcement Monday that the tours will be suspended has heightened fears that 10 years of progress in improving ties between the wartime rivals may be in danger of unraveling. Another joint project, tours to Diamond Mountain on North Korea's east coast, have been suspended since July following the shooting death of a South Korean tourist. And the communist country, in detailing plans to restrict cross-border traffic next week amid deteriorating ties with Seoul's conservative government, said it would also suspend inter-Korean rail lines. Hurst Diamonds... Your own Plymouth Rock. Celebrating 100 years Hurst FINE DIAMONDS SINCE 1908 785-749-5552 3140 Iowa St. Suite 109 • www.hurstdiamonds.com Kaesong, Korea's cultural and religious centerpiece before power shifted to Seoul in the 14th century, has a rich heritage and military history. During the three-year Korean War, control of Kaesong — located in the heart of the peninsula — was traded back and forth as the front shifted. When fighting stopped in 1953, Kaesong fell just north of the border. so many decades earlier. Nearly 2 million tourists flocked to Diamond Mountain before the July shooting by a North Korean soldier brought the tours to a halt amid a stalemate over the investigation. In December 2007, Hyundai Asan unveiled the Kaeong tour to see the famed Bakeeon waterfall, a Buddhist temple dating back to the 11th century, and a stone bridge where a bloody murder led to the fall of Korvo Dynasty in 1392. His firm struck an agreement to start tours to Diamond Mountain, a resort just north of the border that later grew to include a golf course, spa, hotels and a theater featuring North Korean acrobats. Among those born in the north who longed to return home was the late founder of the conglomerate Hyundai Asan Corp. In 1998, Chung Ju-yung ceremoniously crossed the border with hundreds of cattle — repayment, he said, for stealing money from selling the family cow to pay his way to Seoul The tour focuses on the heritage of a city with deep Buddhist roots and a royal history, as well as a sophisticated metropolis that produced brassware and porcelain and was famous for wine and ginseng. Tourists were allowed no interaction with locals, apart from those working at tourist sites, and guides kept an eagle eye on any visitors who strayed from the group or tried to photograph the city center. all ages on bicycles and on foot, many with packages tucked into baskets, and scarves around their necks to ward off an early chill. Children scampered along a tree-lined canal, some swinging their mothers' hands, others linked arm in arm with friends as they waved at sightsure. Contact JoAnna Giffin at 816-501-3601 for more information MBA@Avila.edu Downtown Kaesong — visible from the bus window — was abuzz Saturday with people of A billboard in a central plaza depicted Kim Jong Il and his father, North Korea founder Kim Il Sung. Down the street, a massive statue of the elder Kim looked down on Kaesong from atop a hill, but the tour bus sped past. Pharmacies, salons, motels and shops were housed in concrete buildings with faded, peeling paint. Cables hung limply on telephone poles but there were no phones in sight, and unlike Seoul, where even some 5-year-olds have their own cell phones, there was never the sound of a phone ringing. A fish market appeared closed and a noodle restaurant was boarded up. There was no running water in the toilets or sinks, even at tourist spots. "Kaesong seems like it is a nice place to live, but the living situation seems like it's more difficult than when I was young," said Oh Tae-jin, 49, a South Korean on the tour with his family. PLAYED? SLAYED? TRADE! PLAYED? SLAYED? TRADE! GAME GUY Your retro gaming headquarters! BUY. SELL. TRADE. REPAIR. 7 E. 7th Street (785)331-0080 GAME GUY Your retro gaming headquarters! BUY. SELL. TRADE. 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Solis announced the guilty verdicts on all 108 counts on the eighth day of deliberations in the retrial of the Holy Land Foundation for Relief and Development, once the nation's largest Muslim charity. It was the biggest terrorism financing case since the attacks of Sept. 11. The convictions follow the collapse of Holy Land's first trial last year and defeats in other cases the government tried to build. President George W. Bush had personally announced the freezing of Holy Land's assets in 2001, calling the action "another step in the war on terrorism." "My dad's not a criminal!" one nearly inconsolable woman said loudly. Court personnel told the family to calm her down, and as family members rushed her out of the courtroom, she said, "They treated him like an animal." After Monday's verdict, family members showed little visible reaction until the jury left. Several women sobbed loudly. Mufid Abdulqader and Abdulrahman Odeh were convicted Ghassan Elashi, Holy Land's former chairman, and Shukri AbuBaker, the chief executive, were convicted of a combined 69 counts, including supporting a specially designated terrorist, money laundering and tax fraud. of three counts of conspiracy, and Mohammed El-Mezain was convicted of one count of conspiracy to support a terrorist organization. Holy Land itself was convicted of all 32 counts. A sentencing date hasn't been scheduled, but the punishments could be steep. Supporting a terrorist organization carries a maximum 15-year sentence on each count; money laundering carries a maximum 20 years on each conviction. Solis ordered the Holy Land Solis ordere leader s detained, citing the long prison terms they may face and their ties to the Middle East. Holy Land was accused of giving more than $12 million to support Hamas. The Holy Land wasn't accused of violence. Rather, the government said the Richardson, Texas-based charity financed schools, hospitals and social welfare programs controlled by Hamas in areas ravaged by the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The U.S. designated Hamas a terrorist organization in 1995 and again in 1997, making contributions to the group illegal. Government officials raided Holy Land's headquarters in December 2001 and shut it down. mittees — as terrorist recruiting pools. The charities, the government argued, spread Hamas' violent ideology and generated loyalty and support among Palestinians. It was a "womb to the tomb" cycle, prosecutor Barry Jonas told jurors during closing arguments last week. seven-week retrial ran about as long as the original, which ended in October 2007 when a judge declared a mistrial on most charges. Holy Land supporters told a different story. They accused the government of politicizing the case as part of its war on terrorism, while attorneys for the foundation said Holly Land's mission was U. S. District Judge Jorge A. Solis announced guilty verdicts on 108 counts in the retrial of the Holy Land Foundation for Relief and Development, once the nation's largest Muslim charity. Prosecutors labeled Holy Lands benefactors — called zakat com- philanthropy and providing much-needed aid to the Middle East. The y rem in d eed jurors that none of the zakat committees are designated by the U.S. as terrorist fronts, and that "No one here is engaging in acts of terrorism," Theresa Duncan, attorney for Baker, said during closing arguments. Holy Land also donated to causes elsewhere, including helping victims of the Oklahoma City bombing in 1995. A chaotic courtroom scene ended last year's original trial, which lasted nearly two months and kept jurors deliberating for 19 days. But they deadlocked on many counts, and when a judge polled the panel about other verdicts, some disavowed their vote. The confusing finished led U.S. District Judge A. Joe Fish to declare a mistrial, and leaders of the defunct charity rushed outside to celebrate. Alvin's Wine & Spirits BEST PRICES IN TOWN Alvin's Wine & Spirits TWO GREAT LOCATIONS 9th & Iowa 842-1473 6th & Montery 832-1860 Open 10am-11pm SHOP WITH A NAME YOU CAN TRUST! NEW YORK — The government's latest bailout of a big financial company — this time, Citigroup Inc. — sent Wall Street soaring Monday for the second straight session as investors bet that the worst of the financial industry's problems might finally be over. The Dow Jones industrials soared nearly 400 points, while all the major indexes jumped more than 4.5 percent. BY TIM PARADIS ASSOCIATED PRESS The surge gave the market its first two-day advance since the end of October and the Dow its biggest two-day percentage gain since October 1987, the Stocks rally after announcement of $20B bailout for Citigroup Inc. month of the Black Monday crash. The Dow's 891-point rise over the two sessions also wiped out the 872-point plunge it suffered over the course of Wednesday and Thursday, when investors were anguishing over the fate of Citigroup and financial companies in general, and over the future of the nation's automakers. ANTHONY CONROY Director for ConvergEx Group "I think the Fed is poised to do whatever they possibly can to help the financials get through the current turmoil." "The government has taken a new quill out, they've gone to where they didn't go before in terms of trying to secure the system." Bleier said. "Some of that vulnerability seems to be gone now" ECONOMY "This could be the template for saving the banks," said Scott Bleier, founder of market advisory service CreateCapital.com. Still, the market remains wary, especially with the economy in a serious downturn. The Dow was up more than 500 points in the last hour before giving up some Although investors sensed late last week that a rescue of Citigroup was forthcoming, investors nonetheless were heartened, even emboldened, by the U.S. government's decision late Sunday to invest $20 billion in Citigroup and guarantee $306 billion in risky assets. Wall Street's enthusiasm grew not only because the bailout answered questions about Citigroup but also because many observers saw the move as offering as a model for how the government might carry out other bank stabilizations. of its gains many investors wanted to take some money off the table before the next bit of bad news arrives. And the market has frequently done sharp reversals since the start of the The efforts from the Treasury Department, the Federal Reserve and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. to help stabilize Citigroup are only the latest this year to support a banking system troubled by bad debt and flagging confidence. Besides implementing its $700 billion bailout plan for the overall financial industry, the government has bailed out insurance giant American International Group Inc. and taken over lenders Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Broader stock indicators also jumped. The Standard & Poor's 500 index advanced 51.78, or 6.47 percent, to 851.81, and the Nasdaq composite index rose 87.67, or 6.33 percent, to 1,472.02. credit crisis 15 months ago; its moves over the past four sessions are proof of how fractious trading has become. The Dow rose 396.97, or 4.93 percent, to 8.443.39. It last put together a two-day advance on Oct. 30-31, along with the rest of the market. "Not all banks are unhealthy, so knowing that the Fed is there is enough," Conroy said. "You're definitely seeing relief," said Anthony Conroy, managing director and head trader for BNY ConvergEx Group. "More than anything, the Fed repaired some of the psychological damage that was being done to the sector. I think the Fed is poised to do whatever they possibly can to help The Russell 2000 index of smaller companies rose 30.25, or 7.44 percent, to 436.79. the financials get through the current turmoil. Over the course of Friday and Monday, the Dow rose 1.8 percent, while the broader S&P 500 index jumped 13.2 percent. The Nasdaq rose 11.9 percent. Paper gains in U.S. stocks over the two sessions came to $1.2 trillion, according to the Dow Jones Wilshire 5000 Composite Index, which reflects nearly all stocks traded in America. "I think it's a little bit of confidence coming back into the system right now," said Harry Clark, chief executive of Clark Capital Management. 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ASSOCIATED PRESS Matisse painting takes strange journey ART This photo, provided Monday by the French Culture Ministry, shows the 1898 oil canvas "Paysage, le mur rose" (Landscape, the Pink Wall) by French painter Henri Matisse. This week, a charity that funds Israel's medical rescue service will take delivery of a Henri Matisse oil painting that the Nazis stole from a rich German Jewish family. An SS officer who was responsible for delivering poison gas to Auschwitz and other extermination camps kept the painting. BY JOHN LEICESTER ASSOCIATED PRESS PARIS — Finally, justice for Henri Matisse's "Le Mur Rose." The oil painting, which was stolen from a rich German Jewish family sometime after 1937 and kept by a Nazi officer responsible for delivering poison gas to Auschwitz, is to be given Thursday to a British charity that supports medical rescue in Israel. The story of how "Le Mur Rose," or "The Pink Wall," made its way through the war to France is as surprising as the colorful painting itself, and it is steeped with death, mystery and injustice. Proceeds from the expected sale of the painting will go toward the Magen David Adom network of ambulances, paramedics and emergency treatment centers in Israel. The painting belonged to Harry Fuld, a German Jew who made his fortune in telephones, founding the H. Fuld & Co. Telefon und Telegraphenwerke AG in Frankfurt, Germany, in 1899, the charity says. "It's a remarkable and in some ways slightly creepy story," said Stuart Glyn, chairman of the British charity Magen David Adom UK. He will take receive the artwork at the French Culture Ministry in Paris. "The Fuld family were almost manic collectors, with the broadest of tastes," Glyn said in a phone interview. After Fuld's death on a business trip to Switzerland in 1932, his art collection passed to his son, Harry Fuld Jr. The son fled Nazi Germany in 1937, packing the collection into crates, which he gave to a shipping company to transport. Instead, the Nazis confiscated it. Kurt Gerstein, an officer in the Nazis' murderous Waffen SS, got the Matisse, either as a bribe or because he bought it, Glyn said. An expert in decontamination techniques, Gerstein was assigned to the Hygiene Institute of the SS, according to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. On its Web site, it says he was responsible for delivering Zyklon B poison used in the gas chambers — to Auschwitz and other camps Gerstein surrendered to French authorities in April 1945, as the Nazi regime was crumbling, and was held at Paris' Cherche-Midi prison, the museum says. It says he wrote a report there recounting his service with the SS and hanged himself in July 1945. Matisse painted the landscape, showing a building behind a wall, in 1898. The colors are vivid, the perspective a little unsettling as it leans left toward the viewer. Pompidou Center national museum of modern art in Paris. It has been part of the museum's collection since 1949. French gendarmes recovered the painting three years later from a cache near Gerstein's home in Tuebingen, Germany, said Didier Schulmann, curator at the Harry Fuld Jr. died in 1963 and for reasons unknown willed his estate to Gisela Martin, who who has remained something of a mystery in this saga. She left her estate to the British charity when she died in Switzerland in 1992, which explains why Magen David Adom UK is now getting the Matisse. "It is not an absolute masterpiece, but it is surprising," said Schulmann. Although looted artworks often have complex stories, "this one is particularly amazing," he added. 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. 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Columnists: Write a bi-weekly column Editorial board writers: Write editorials with original research and local reporting that represent the voice of The Kansan --- The image provided is too blurry to accurately recognize any text. It appears to be a blank or partially obscured area with no discernible content. See full job descriptions and required info and apply online at jobs.ku.edu. Deadline is Dec. 1. Editorial cartoonists: Create art and graphics for the opinion page Designer: Design the opinion page daily Have a question? Call (785) 864-4810 or e-mail opinion@kansan.com RECENT COMMENTS @KANSAN.COM I am by no means supporting drunk driving, but I know that with SafeRide you need to show a KUID to get a ride, and not everyone carries their ID with them when they go to a bar or party. I also know that there have been times where people have had to wait a lot Why don't students use what they pay for? A keep pace of major college students' real lives from the campus, they tell the students they can relate on the campus with their friends and classmates. They know how to dress and have hard experiences. Allegedly, she our consultation helped them understand further with drinking competencies, including knowing importance, including knowing responsibility. THE CAMPUS VOTE ERIN BROWN THE UNIVERSITY JAIRY KANSAN But apparently KU student accounted about the second half of last year for 15 percent of KU students at least six times during hospitalization at five or six double-blackening hospitals. The College Health Assessment. This includes only patients included in this study, and obviously does not account for many of the amount of care coded on our system. - comment by missmia longer than 20 minutes to get a ride from SafeRide, and waiting around patiently isn't something drunk people are inclined to do. I guess I'm just trying to justify to myself why students would drive drunk when there is a free service provided to avoid it. comment by juniper08 BRIEKE, THERE IS NO SHARE TO DEVINE. YOU SHOULD CALL SUPERIOR WHAT IF A GIRL CUTS GIRL SEA SQUARE? WHEN STILL HAVE A BETTER FRACTION THAN IN JAIL OR A INFERNAL SafeBus doesn't stop at house parties, and SafeRide doesn't operate past 2:30. Need I say more? As it stands, the way SafeR- There is no justification for driving drunk, but you have identified one of the key problems of the SafeRide system. One of the most annoying things is that you have to call in about 10 to 20 times to get past the busy signal so they can pick up. I think if they had a better phone system they could get around that. Computer-aided dispatching could help coordinate rides better. ide is run currently is at times messy, mainly because the dispatching system isn't exactly up-to-date. SafeBus is a great service, and usually is very convenient for me to use, but it too has some shortcomings. The frequency is 20 minutes, which is a little on the long side, the routes aren't exactly direct; students trying to get across campus from McColum to GSP have to ride around town — you might save time if you walk. The routes need some tweaking, but overall the service has reduced the demand for SafeRide and is very efficient at hauling large numbers of drunk freshmen. - comment by sjschlag @KANSAN.COM Join the conversation online. Visit kansan.com/opinion to leave comments and read columns and letters to the editor before they are published. HOW TO SUBMIT A LETTER TO THE EDITOR Send letters to opinion@kansan.com Write LETTER TO THE EDITOR in the e-mail subject line. Length: 200 words LETTER GUIDELINES Find the full letter to the editor policy online at kansan.com/letters. The submission should include the author's name, grade and hometown. 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THE EDITORIAL BOARD ASSOCIATED PRESS FROM THE DRAWING BOARD the END IS NEAR HALLO SALE Mdriam salfenia8 MARIAM SAIFAN Maybe it is time to rethink gay marriage FRUIT FOR THOUGHT MATT HIRSCHEFELD CHECK-IN FOR LICENSE & CEREMONY Logic has taken a nosedive when it comes to why people have struck down or overturned same-sex marriage initiatives. Here are some of the best reasons that have crossed my path. Gay couples do not naturally procreate, so they shouldn't be able to marry, either. Infertile and elderly couples should therefore be banned from marriage, too. And don't even think about adoption. Those 30 children who were abandoned under Nebraska's safe-haven law (which allowed parents to abandon their children legally) can find their own homes. gay people to dress in draq to entertain us in "Hairspray" ► Allowing gay marriage would open the floodgates for anyone to marry anything. "Can someone please get Fluffy a pen?" ► If gay people could get married, the meaningful nature of marriage would be destroyed. Carmen Electra's nine-day marriage to Dennis Rodman personally puts me at a loss for meaning in my life, and I don't know whom to look for guidance. Being gay is a trend and will pass with time. This is news to Alexander the Great and his lover, Hephaestion, who are probably gasping in disbelief in their graves. Marriage is a religious institution, and all religions, churches and denominations agree on the same doctrines, religious figures and attitude toward homosexuals. Thank God scientistologist John Travolta got past his quibbles about With the success of Proposition 8, clearly the people have spoken, as they did with the 18th Amendment. That beer you're going to have tonight? Probably came from organized crime, which increased while Prohibition was in effect. It would be ludicrous for an amendment of any constitution, state or national, to be repealed. Conservatives know best when it comes to values such as marriage, because a strong marriage creates a strong family. That's because the states that voted the most conservatively in the 2008 election have the lowest birth rates (from 2004, ages 15 to 27): Alabama (29.1), Louisiana (30.2) and Texas (37.1). And the most liberal states have the highest: Vermont (8.2), Massachusetts (11.7) and Connecticut (12.1). Wait, what? The definition of marriage hasn't changed since its inception. That whole Loving v. Virginia Supreme Court case allowing interracial marriage is just an old wives' tale. Children need both male and female figures at home to have a successful family life. Those 12.9 million single parents (in 2006, according to the Census Bureau) Hirschfeld is an Augusta senior in journalism. Gay people have civil unions as an alternative. Four states (Connecticut, New Hampshire, New Jersey and Vermont) offer civil unions, and it's better to have all the gay people concentrated in one area, too. need to find a mate — fast. They clearly don't know what they're doing. Conversations to avoid when you're at home CAPITOL POLITICS ROSS STEWART Welcome back to those awkward pauses at family dinners after you've moved away for college. It's awkward, but resist filling that pause with the first thing that comes to mind. You've been tuned the past four months for sitting and yakking with your peers, not with your folks. Here are a few subjects to avoid. ► If you are trying to outdo your uncles or cousins in the area of drunken tales, just remember this: They're usually older than you, and they have less to live for. Also, if you want graduation money I'd be best to not look like a lush. > Replace any reference you make to alcohol in No. 1 with a drug. Don't tell them about your BASYKES@FLICKB.COM sexcapades. They don't care. It'd be the same as hearing them discussing how their sex life has been going since you've left home. never need to attend class to get good grades isn't a good idea. ▶ We all think we figured out the system in college. That's great. But telling your folks that you Don't tell them that all those extra charges on the credit card in Missouri were for booze you bought at a grocery store. > If your folks, or someone from your family, buy you your food, don't explain to them how much better you eat than they do. Milk in a glass bottle isn't a novelty. — it's delicious. I know. I've had it before. ► You're proud of some of your achievements, as we all are, and want to show them off. But if you're going to show them off on Facebook, it might be best to check around your profile before you let them sneak a peak. No one wants to skip from a picture of themselves winning an award to one that includes little to no clothes. Vacations from school are supposedly a stress-reliever, so take a break and don't ruin it for yourself. Stewart is a Wichita senior in journalism. FREE FOR ALL To contribute to Free for All, visit Kansan.com or call 785-864-0500. If you put "I'm a cutie" on your vanity license plate, you're either really cocky or compensating for something. --- I just saw a bumper sticker that said "TicketMaster sucks." Who in the hell has time to put that on a bumper sticker? That's pathetic. --talking about --talking about My girlfriend wants me to have sex with her. What do I --talking about Free for All, I'm wasted, and I wish you were here. To the couple I saw at Pizza Shuttle that clearly just started dating: Guy, stop trying to impress her. Girl, stop pretending to care what he's talking about --movies. I don't know what's more pathetic: the fact that Panic at the Disco is on the "Carson Daly Show" or the fact that I'm giving up sleep to watch it. --movies. The UDK's fantasy football column makes no sense. The Denver Broncos defense, really? The Chiefs scored 33 points against it at the beginning of the year. --movies. Free for All, I'm stuck in the Union from 4 to 7 doing Rock Chalk Reve shit. I need a flask. Can you bring me one? --movies. --- I have a belly button --movies. Hey Free for All, your mother's a whore I just spent the entire morning watching clips of the National Championship and listening to the Backstreet Boys. --- --movies. What does a free for all mean? Can you have sex with it? --- Have you ever noticed how much better the roads get the second you cross into Johnson County? --movies. You know, we don't have to drink every night of the weekend. --movies. To the girl I just intensely freaked out: No, I was not following you. I was looking for a parking spot. Don't give me that look. You don't know me. --- I think the campanile bell tower was just playing the theme from the "Halloween" movies. @ --- @KANSAN.COM Want more? Check out Free for All online. 8A NEWS --- PROFILE THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN TUESDAY NOVEMBER 25, 2008 TUESDAY NOVEMBER 25, 2008 Meet the man behind the frying pan at GSP PETER KENNEDY BY JENNY TERRELL editor@kansan.com Shaymarie Genosky/KANSAN "It'll be about five minutes," Jim Carroll said to the three girls who arrived at his station at GSP dining hall to receive their Thai chicken wraps for lunch on Wednesday. Sweat slides down from Gropoll's hairstret and continues over his face, which is red from the heat rising from the burner. Carroll loves to be here. He is the induction cook at the GSP Dining Center, meaning he cooks using pans heated by magnets. He cooks each guest's meal to order. Interacting with the residents and guests is what Carroll said he enjoyed most about his job. "I like to find out where they are from, what's going on in their lives and if they like my food." Carroll said. At 52, Carroll enjoys his life and has a great passion for cooking. He cooks at work, and when he goes home, he cooks more. "He's had a love for cooking all his life;" said Ima Carroll, his mother. Carroll was first inspired to cook as a child, when he would visit his grandmother, who prepared three meals a day at a school. He would stand in the kitchen and watch her cook, and she would make him help. One of his favorite memories was making what he called huge cinnamon rolls with his grandmother at Christmas time. After high school Carroll attended Atchison Vo-Tech School for two years and has since cooked for hospitals, restaurants and private parties before coming to the University. Carroll puts in 40 to 50 hours a week at GSP and said he preferred working at GSP to working at other campus dining locations. "Mrs. E's is just too busy — they herd em in and herd 'em out," Carroll said. Carroll worked in Mrs. E's for seven years and transferred to GSP when he injured his knee and needed a slower-paced job in 2006. Barb Wilson, manager of GSP Dining Center, said Carroll's interaction with the residents helped give the impression that the dining hall staff was similar to a second family and that they were always there to serve meals but also to talk with. "Jim tries to be friends with everybody. He's very outgoing," said David Carroll, his father. This is Carroll's third year at GSP, and Jenny Geide, Ellsworth senior, has worked with him all three years. She said she really enjoyed his sense of humor and encouraging attitude. "You can tell he really loves his job," Geide said. Carroll said he was motivated by the appreciation he received from the recipients of his food and also by his strong Christian faith. He regularly attends St. Margaret's Episcopal Church in Lawrence. "When there are a lot of people waiting and I want to go faster but can't rush, I just remember that the Lord is on my side," Carroll said. When Carroll is not standing at the induction station whipping up special dinners, he enjoys cooking for fun and loves to visit his parents. Although he is the only family member to have made a career out of cooking, all family members cook their own dishes for get-togethers, and his mother is quite protective of her kitchen. Carroll said he remembered a particular Mother's Day when his mother was sick and she finally allowed him into her kitchen and told him how to cook. Cooking is Carroll's spice of life. He wipes the sweat rolling down his cheek with his sleeve as he uses the other arm to flip the custom omelette sizzling in the skillet. "I enjoy cooking everything but liver," Carroll said. Edited by Lauren Keith Cored Bar Shaymarie Genosky/KANSAN Jim Carroll prepares his station before the dinner rush at the GSP Dining Center. Carroll's passion is cooking, and he was first inspired to cook by his grandmother, who prepared three meals a day for a school. Carroll said he put in 40 to 50 hours at GSP, where he is an induction cook, which means he uses gas heated by magnets, and he cooks each resident's meal to order. Top of the Hill Winners Revealed December 1 Find out who the students voted Top of the Hill! THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN 2008 Winners Revealed December 1 Find out who the students voted Top of the Hill! THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN 2008 Top of the Hill BROTHERS BAR & GRILL Est. 1967 1105 Massachusetts St. Lawrence 1105 Massachusetts St. WIN! Turkey Bowling! TONIGHT! Tuesday, Nov. 25th! TONIGHT! Starts at 8pm 10¢ WINGS $3.00 Domestic Pitchers $1.50 Well Mixers $1.75 Call Mixers HAPPY THANKSGIVING! ★ Closed Wed. 26th & Thurs. 27th! ★ Open 8PM Friday! On the Web at BROTHERSBAR.COM "Always the 'Best' Specials, Always the 'Most' Fun!" BROTHERS Est. 1967 BAR & GRILL 1105, Massachusetts St. Lawrence 1105 Massachusetts St. WIN! Turkey Bowling! TONIGHT! Tuesday, Nov. 25th! Starts at 8pm TONIGHT! 10¢ WINGS $3.00 Domestic Pitchers $1.50 Well Mixers $1.75 Call Mixers HAPPY THANKSGIVING! ★ Closed Wed. 26th & Thurs. 27th! ★ Open 8PM Friday! SAN 2008 SPORTS BREAKING DOWN BORDER SHOWDOWN THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN Kansas goes up against the Missouri Tigers and Chase Daniel in Kansas City, Mo. 18B VOLLEYBALL SENIORS PREPARE FOR FINALE ANSAM by 25 WWW.KANSAN.COM TUES. AY, NOVEMBER 25, 2008 Natalie Uhart and Savannah Noyes will have their last performance on the team. VOLLEYBALL | 6B COMMENTARY PAGE 1B Rookies are a blast to watch BY MARK DENT mdent@kansan.com KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Snaphot, Tyshawn Taylor races past every one down the floor and rolls the ball off his fingertips into the hoop a second before the first half hurry rounds --- They already won one. This was the first test of the season for the baby Jayhawks. They'd fallen asleep for a half against UMKC before winning, and they'd hung up a banner and slapped around Florida Gulf Coast, but they hadn't really played anybody. Not until Monday night. Yeah, youth movements are a blast. The kids can make you forget all about those Rush and Chalmers guys. KANSAS 73, WASHINGTON 54 Edited by Jennifer Torline But they're also going to take fans on adventures most nights, and they're going to win their fair share of the big games. Snapshot: Taylor bulldozes into the lane and snacks into Darnell Gant early in the first half. Charge. Marcus Morris does the exact same on the next possession. The Huskies were a real team from a major conference. They have Jon Brockman. He led the nation in rebounding last year. They have Justin Dentmon. In his career, he had started 55 more games than the entire Kansas roster. Yeah, youth movements have their dark spots. The kids can make you want to throw a shoe at the TV. They're both seniors. When they combined for 19 points in the Sweet 16 against Connecticut in 2006, Quintrell Thomas and Travis Releford weren't old enough to attend a junior-senior prom. Taylor didn't have a driver's license. Now they were on the same court, playing the same game. And for the most part, the inexperience didn't show. And that's really what this team showed in Monday night's 73-54 victory against Washington. At times, the layhawks are going to frustrate. They're going to give Bill Self migrains. They're going to hit lower points than Citigroup stocks. Marcus got open for a quick layup in the early minutes. Markieff Morris made one in traffic a while later. They combined for 17 points and eight rebounds. Taylor snuck up on Washington guard Isaiah Thomas for a huge block. He sparked Kansas' game-change run with that play. "We knew it was a big game," Taylor said. "We were out of control." Self said. "It was like a runaway train." You can never tell with young players. With a core of freshmen and sophomores, unpredictability reigns. But the train never derailed. Not even close. Other young teams haven't been nearly as fortunate in the early season. On the Monday night before Thanksgiving three years ago, a young Kansas team also faced its first test of the season, Arizona. The Wildcats had most of their nucleus back from a team that made the Elite Eight the previous year. But so does excitement. Youth movements really are a blast. And that night, the lajahways did what an inexperienced team does. They crumbled. Then-freshman Mario Chalmers threw the ball away seven times. Then-freshman Brandon Rush did so four times. The Jayhawks scored fewer points than they had in 12 years. They turned the ball over more times than they had in eight years. It was ugly. The performance was nearly the opposite of this Kansas team. Taylor could play like Releford, who got only mop-up minutes. The Morris twins could play like Thomas, who got into early foul trouble and never recovered. On Monday, the layhawks played with a youthful glow, a composure that allowed them to not worry that they were on the national stage for the first time since Sherron Collins, Cole Aldrich and a bunch of players who are now scattered across the world in different jerseys cut down the nets in April. Who knows whether they can keep it up? Kansas has a tougher test tonight against Syracuse. Some of the foolish mistakes that didn't matter against Washington could cost the lavwhaws. KANS 45 **Cole Aldrich dunks** over Washington guard laisha Thomas in the first half Monday night's game at the Spirits Center in Kansas City, Mo. Aldrich finished with 16 points on 6-for-12 shooting and pulled down nine rebounds. Jon Goering/KANSAN November fireworks Jayhawks cruise against Huskies BY CASE KEEFER ckeefer@kansan.com* KANAS CITY, Mo. — Kansas guard Tyshawn Taylor and Washington guard Isaiah Thomas used to be friends. Taylor, a freshman, played against Thomas a couple times over the years in AAU tournaments. But in the Hawkens' 73-54 victory against the Huskies, Taylor may have severed their relationship permanently. With four minutes to go in the first half, Thomas stole a Taylor pass and sprinted down the court all alone to attempt a layup. Only Taylor caught him and swatted the shot attempt toward the Jayhawk band behind the basket. "I thought he was going to dunk it, so I kind of slowed down." Taylor said. "But when I saw that he was jumping up slow I said, 'I have to go get that.'" The Sprint Center erupted in cheers and high fives. And the game was never the same. Kansas led only 26-22 before Taylor's block. For the next 15 minutes of play, the Jayhawks outscored the Huskies 26-9. The Jayhawks can also thank Taylor, who finished with 10 points, for their not losing any momentum when going to the locker room for halftime. Taylor beat the buzzer by less than a second with a layup, and his teammates ran to the locker room clenching their fists and clapping with a 36-22 advantage. "He's going to be really good," Kansas coach Bill Self said. "He's got a lot to learn but he's going to be really good." Taylor's game-changing plays were among many from the Jayhawks. Forget Thanksgiving — Kansas provided so many fireworks in the first half, it felt like Fourth of July weekend. Aldrich set off the first few explosions in the first half. He elevated over Washington senior forward Jon Brockman to throw down an easy dunk midway through the first half. A minute later, freshman forward Marcus Morris tossed Aldrich the ball down low and he finished with a one-handed jam. Aldrich also played the role of a menace on the defensive end with four blocks. Aldrich's much-discussed matchup against Brockman, an All-American candidate, turned out to be a draw. Brockman won the rebounding battle, grabbing 18 boards compared to Aldrich's nine. But Brockman was unable to slow Aldrich offensively. Aldrich finished with 16 points on 6-for-12 shooting, far superior to Brockman's seven points on 2-for-9 shooting. "We were fortunate enough to play really good defense on him and hold him to seven points, which is not going to happen very often this year for him," Aldrich said. After Taylor's block at the end of the first half, there was no stopping the Jayhawks. Even when Washington coach Lorenzo Romar tried, it backfired. Aldrich and Taylor combined for one spark late in the second half for good measure. With two minutes remaining in the game, Taylor flew down the court on a fast-break alongside Aldrich and delivered a chest pass to Aldrich, who refused to slow down and added another dunk. FOOTBALL SEE BASKETBALL ON PAGE 4B Hawks look to redeem themselves against MU MIZZOU 10 BY TAYLOR BERN tbern@kansan.com Despite all the school records and magical feelings that came with Kansas' run to the Orange Bowl, there's still one glaring imperfection from the '07 season. It's marked by a single vertical line adjacent to the record number of 12 wins. The man most responsible for striking that stripe in Kansas' loss column was Missouri quarterback Chase Daniel, who completed 40 of 49 passes for 361 yards and three touchdowns in last year's matchup. Daniel's performance sent his team to the Big 12 championship game while Kansas had to sit and wait to find its destination. Joe Mortensen, then junior linebacker, tackles Missouri junior quarterback Chase Daniel from behind during last year's Border Showdown. Daniel completed 41 of his 50 pass attempts for 368 yards in the game, a statistic the Kansas defense hopes to drastically reduce in Saturday's game. "It was one of the most highly anticipated Border War Showdowns that there's ever been," Daniel said. "It was a great day for us, obviously, because we were able to get the win. There were a bunch of happy MU fans and a bunch of sad KU fans, and I think that it's going to be the same this year." Jon Goerina/KANSAN FILE PHOTO The Jayhawks took the loss in stride on their journey down to Miami, but this time around there's no chance for Kansas to win or lose the North. Missouri has already received the trophy and the Tigers are scheduled to return to Arrowhead Stadium next week for their second consecutive conference title game. Without a division or conference title to play for, the 2008 Border Showdown boils down to a primal instinct: pride. "We love playing in this game," linebacker James Holt said. "There's a lot of history to it." With idle weekends both squads had two weeks to prepare for the regular season finale. The difference is that Missouri is riding a four-game winning streak — its second of the season — while Kansas is reeling after losses in four of its last five. The 45-35 loss at Nebraska on Nov. 8 was particularly frustrating because a victory would have made this weekend's game a de facto division championship game. Instead, Kansas dropped that contest and the following one against No. 4 Texas to hand the crown to Missouri. The disappointment after the Texas loss was evident in postgame interviews, but coach Mark Mangino said he didn't expect a hangover effect in Kansas City. "I don't think that's an issue," Mangino said. "It's a big rivalry. Our kids will be excited and ready to play." Mangino said the extra week would help repair some wear and tear on his team. However, it's unclear whether that's enough time for offensive weapons Kerry Meier and Jake Sharp to return to the field. Both men missed substantial time in the Texas game because of injuries and last week Mangino said he didn't know whether they'd be back. "You can't let a few bumps in the road hinder the way you're going to play and how you believe in yourself and your teammates," Reesing said. Quarterback Todd Reesing said he wouldn't let that or the lajhwaks' recent struggles get in the way of performing well against the Tigers. Records don't matter in a rivalry game, but they don't hurt either. Last year's clash of highly ranked foes brought national attention to the Border Showdown. This year it's on a smaller stage but the players care just as much. studying tape, the extra week also gave Kansas even more time to stew over that singular stripe and ponder what could have been. In addition to healing wounds and At 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Kansas will get its opportunity to avenge the sole regret from the best season in KU history. "I know the temperature's going to be rising for a lot of defensive players, considering last year we didn't put on the best defensive performance of our year," Holt said. "We're just happy we get to go out for another game together and finish off the season." — Edited by Andy Greenhaw 2B SPORTS THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2008 quote of the day "We are just going to go out and play hard because it is a big rivalry for us. We look forward to playing Missouri every year. Win or lose against Missouri we will just have to wait and see what the bowl committee has to say in regard to our fate." Kansas senior linebacker James Holt fact of the day Kansas' last victory against Missouri came on Oct. 29, 2005. Kansas defeated Missouri 13-3 at Memorial Stadium. trivia of the dav Q: What is Kansas football coach Mark Mangino's career-record against Missouri while Kansas? A:3-3. ku sports schedule Today Men's basketball: Syracuse, 9:15 p.m. (Kansas City, Mo.) Wednesday Volleyball: Baylor, 7 p.m. (Lawrence) Thursday No events Friday Men's basketball: Coppin State, 7 p.m. (Lawrence) Saturday Saturday Football: Missouri, 11:30 a.m. (Kansas City, Mo.) Volleyball: Iowa State, 6:30 p.m. (Ames, Iowa) Sunday Sunday Women's basketball: New Orleans, 2 p.m. (Lawrence) College basketball starts to re-emerge Although most of the U.S. is still stuck in an NFL-induced haze, college basketball is alive and well. November hoops action isn't meaningless — it's full of Top 25 match-ups, early-season tournaments and upsets. And despite pro football's long shadow darkening the sports landscape, we have plenty to watch and learn from the first few weeks of our state's favorite sport. Here are a few observations: Missouri is good — Mizzou (4-1) is one of only two Big 12 Conference schools with a loss so far this season, but its lone loss came against a rugged Xavier squad. Among the Tigers' early-season victims: then-No. 19 Southern California and defending Southern Conference champion Chattanooga. Missouri night, she added via subsection this offseason, losing a pair of poor shooters in guards Keon Lawrence and Stefion Hannah. The Tigers boast one of BY ASHER FUSCO afusco@kansan.com the best frontcourts in the Big 12: Forwards Leo Lyons and Demarre Carroll provide plenty of scoring and rebounding. Colorado is bad — The Buffaloes (2-1) have a winning record, but no respectable Big 12 team should suffer a home loss at the hands of the Montana State Bobcats. Colorado has been the Big 12's worst team by a wide margin for two years running, and now that super-scorer Richard Roby has moved on, things look even worse. Considering how painfully bor ing (and apparently ineffective) coach Jeff Bzdelik's Princeton-style offense is, there's nary a thing to be excited about in Boulder this season. Blake Griffin is the new Mike Beasley Say hello the next scourge of the Big 12. Two seasons ago, it was Texas forward Kevin Durant. Last year, it was Kansas State forward Michael Beasley. This season the conference's unquestioned best is Oklahoma forward Blake Griffin. Take a gander at Griffin's stats through four games: 26 points per game on 74.5 percent shooting, 19.8 rebounds per game and 2.8 steals per game. Unfortunately, Oklahoma doesn't visit Kansas this season, so Jayhawk fans will have to travel to Norman to witness what promises to be an epic matchup between Griffin and Kansas block-meister Cole Aldrich. MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Saturday's Border Showdown football game sure seems like a big deal. It's at a fancy NFL stadium in Kansas City, Mo. It has its own cute little logo. And the involved athletic departments have already concocted a plan to control unwieldy traffic. All this for a game that means... um... nothing? Kansas is what it is: a middling team in the middle of the Big 12 North standings, headed for a middle-tier bowl against a mediocre Big Ten team. Missouri is what it is: a flawed squad with enough firepower to beat up on the patries of the North division but not enough to compete with strong Big 12 South competition. No matter what happens Saturday, the Tigers will compete for the conference title, and Kansas THE MORNING BREW will head back to campus a football team at a basketball school. TUESDAY MORNING JOKE Kansas State rebired Bill Snyder as its football coach. KICK THE KANSAN: WEEK 12 Wait a minute... that actually happened? Edited by Lauren Keith Think you can pick better? 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PlayerFG-FGA3FG-3FGRebsAPts
Collins, Sherron6-121-32518
Aldrich, Cole6-120-09216
Morris, Marcus6-90-12113
Taylor, Tyshawn4-52-32110
Morris, Markieff2-40-0604
Releford, Travis1-20-0004
Morningstar, Brady1-40-1453
Teahan, Conner1-11-1003
Reed, Tyrel1-50-3612
Thomas, Quintrell0-20-0100
Appleton, Tyrone0-00-0110
Kleinmann, Matt0-00-0300
Team3
Totals28-562-9341673
WASHINGTON BOX SCORE
PlayerFG-FGA3FG-3FGRebsAPts
Thomas, Isaiah6-163-80017
Turner, Elston3-83-72011
Pondexter, Quincy3-90-1507
Brockman, Jon2-90-01807
Amaning, Matt2-30-0304
Suggs, Scott1-11-1003
Gant, Darnell1-80-0702
Dentmon, Justin1-50-2362
Wallace, Artem0-00-0001
Overton, Venoy0-20-1020
Holiday, Justin0-10-0000
Wolfinger, Joe0-30-1100
Team4
Totals19-657-2143854
SCHEDULE Date Opponent Result/Time 11/4 vs. Washburn (Ex.) W, 98-79 11/11 vs. Emporia State (Ex.) W, 103-58 11/16 vs. UMKC W, 71-56 11/18 vs. Florida Gulf Coast W, 85-45 11/24 vs. Washington (in Kansas City, Mo.) W, 73-54 11/25 vs. Syracuse (in Kansas City, Mo.) 9:15 p.m. 11/28 vs. Coppin State 7 p.m. 12/1 vs. Kent State 8 p.m. 12/3 vs. New Mexico State 7 p.m. 12/6 vs. Jackson State 1 p.m. 12/13 vs. Massachusetts 1 p.m. 12/20 vs. Temple 1:30 p.m. 12/23 at Arizona 9:30 p.m. 12/30 vs. Albany NY 8 p.m. 1/03 vs. Tennessee 1 p.m. 1/6 vs. Siena 7 p.m. 1/10 at Michigan State Noon 1/13 vs. Kansas State 7 p.m. 1/17 at Colorado 2:30 p.m. 1/19 vs. Texas A&M 8 p.m. 1/24 at Iowa State 1 p.m. 1/28 at Nebraska 6:30 p.m. 1/31 vs. Colorado 3 p.m. 2/2 at Baylor 8 p.m. 2/7 vs. Oklahoma State 2:30 p.m. 2/9 at Missouri 8 p.m. 2/14 at Kansas State 2:30 p.m. 2/18 vs. Iowa State 7 p.m. 2/21 vs. Nebraska 3 p.m. 2/23 at Oklahoma 8 p.m. 3/1 vs. Missouri 1 p.m. 3/4 at Texas Tech 8:30 p.m. 3/7 vs. Texas 3 p.m. MEN'S BASKET Guard duo leads Syracuse, Kansas' next CBE opponent BY CASE KEEFER ckefer@kapsa ckeefer@kansan.com KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Syracuse missed junior guards Eric Devendorf and Andy Rautins a lot last season. Devendorf and Rautins could only watch as the Orange limped to a 19-11 overall record and missed the NCAA Tournament for the second consecutive year for the first time since 1982. They both tore their ACLs early in the season before Big East Conference play began. But Devendorf and Rautins are back this season, and their combined 24 points helped lead Syracuse to an 89-83 victory against Florida in the first game of the CBE Classic at the Sprint Center. Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim said he was pleased with his team's performance but didn't consider the victory a statement. "This year, there are four or five teams in our league that are really good and, obviously, North Carolina," Boeheim said. "But after that, it's completely wide open." Without the duo of junior guards last season, Syracuse lacked depth and shooters. The Orange ranked 13th out of 16 teams in three-point shooting percentage in the Big East. At one point in the season, only seven scholarship players filled the roster. Both of the problem areas appear to be strengths this season. The Orange's bench — Rautins, sophomore forward Rick Jackson and freshman forward Kris Joseph — combined for 26 points. Rautins started it all. In the first half, the Gators focused on slowing Devendorf and Syracuse sophomore guard Jonnie Flynn, which left Rautins open behind the three-point line. Syracuse shot better than 50 percent from the field. Rautins proceeded to show Florida why he has a reputation as a three-point shooter. He converted on 5 of 7 attempts from beyond the arc in the opening half. He separated the Orange from the Gators in an otherwise equal game. Syracuse headed to the locker room with a 41-38 lead. Rautins scored 15 points in the first 20 minutes but failed to score again in the game. It didn't matter. As smothering as Florida's defense was on Flynn early in the game, the Syracuse defense pestered Florida guard Nick Calathes just as much. Calathes, an All-American candidate and Florida's leading scorer this season, often found himself double-teamed by the Orange. Devendorf, who finished with nine points and three assists, stepped in. He scored five points in the first five minutes of the second half to put Syracuse ahead 53-44. The team never struggled for the rest of the night. The Florida defense started paying less attention to Flynn and he, in turn, found his way to the basket. Flynn finished with 18 points — the majority of them coming late in the game. Although Calathes finished with 16 points and seven assists, he wasn't able to key Florida's offensive attack. Sophomore center Alex Tyus played that role and finished with a career-high 24 points. It wasn't enough. The Gators could never cut it down to a one-possession game for the final 19 minutes. "We don't have a defensive commitment at all," Florida coach Billy Donovan said. "And we're working to get it and it's going to get it." Devendorf and Rautins are back, which means Syracuse is at full strength. The Orange will try to prove it again tomorrow night in the CBE Classic Championship. Edited by Rachel Burchfield BASKETBALL (CONTINUED FROM 1B) He jumped up and down and threw his arms up to cue the crowd to make noise. After the timeout, Collins scored on consecutive possessions and recorded a steal. Sensing the Huskies were one play from being put away, Romar called a timeout four minutes into the second half with the score at 43-28. Instead of heading immediately to the huddle alongside the Kansas bench, junior guard Sherron Collins sprinted to the CBE Classic logo at center court. All the Jayhawks seemed like emotional players on this night. In his first career start, freshman forward Marcus Morris recorded 13 points. Morris also left the game in the second half and got stitches to sow up a cut on his face. "I was just feeling the emotions," Collins said. "I'm an emotional player." He checked back in the game minutes later. Morningstar, who scored three points and had five assists, played the lockdown defense he's become known for. "To me, Brady Morningstar was the unsung hero." Self said. "I thought he was terrific." Morningstar, who has started all three games this season, continues to surprise fans with his defensive presence. But his teammates saw it coming. Just like Aldrich said he saw Taylor's block coming at the end of the first half. Taylor can't help but smile and laugh when he talks about the block. But did it cost him a friendship? "Nah," Taylor said. "Isaiah is cool. I talked to mm a little bit after the game. I respect his game and he respects mine." 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Sophomore center Cole Aldrich recorded his first points with a dunk over Washington All-American candidate Jon Brockman with less than 11 minutes remaining in the first half. Aldrich hadn't scored on Brockman before that moment and after proving he could do it without problem, the Jayhawk offense thrived. He scored the Jayhawks' next eight points to make the score 23-14. Kansas never looked back as Aldrich also held Brockman to only seven points. GAME TO REMEMBER... Freshman guard Tyshawn Taylor Sure, Sherron Collins and Cole Aldrich may have compiled more complete performances, but they already have fond, collegiate memories from last year. This was Taylor's first shining moment. His block on Isaiah Thomas' layup attempt in the first half after a turnover is probably Kansas' biggest highlight of the season so far. Taylor didn't even celebrate after it because he was still mad for turning it over in the first place. "I just took my aggression out because I wa myself" Taylor said. Taylor M. ADIMANE place. "I just took my aggression out because I was upset with myself" Taylor said. GAME TO FORGET... Freshman forward Quintrell Thomas Expected to be a key big man off the bench in Kansas' eight-man rotation, Thomas contributed only four minutes. This was in large part because Thomas committed three fouls in just two minutes of play at the start of the game. He attempted only one shot and missed. He also committed a turnover. Thomas, however, should be able to recover. He played well in Kansas' two exhibition games. M. BARRY MCGEE Taylor Kansas' two exhibition games and even started the first game of the season. STAT OF THE NIGHT 40. That's how many points Kansas scored in the paint. The Jayhawks attacked the Huskies, who had no answer. In contrast, Washington scored only 16 points in the paint on Kansas. The Jayhawks used a zone defense to keep the Huskies out of the lane. Case Keefer PRIME PLAYS FIRST HALF 10:46 — And it's officially a run. Cole Aldrich makes an easy turnaround jumper, giving the Jayhawks a 17-8 lead. After trailing 7-4, they're in the midst of a 13-1 run. 5:19 — Those two years as an understudy did Brady Morning star some good. He steals the ball after Washington's in-bounds pass and takes it in for an and-one layup. Morningstar makes the free throw, giving Kansas a 26-16 lead. 4:09 — This is why Jon Brockman is one of the best rebounders in the country. He grabs an offensive board after a teammate misses a layup and takes it in for the easy putback The basket cuts the Jayhawks lead to four at 26-22. 3:50 — But the Huskies wouldn't cut it to two. Isaiah Thomas appears to have a wide-open layup in transition, but Tyshawn Taylor sneaks back. As Thomas is about to lay it in, Taylor pops up and rejects the shot into the stands. SECOND HALF 17:05 — This Tyshawn Taylor kid can do it on offense, too. After Isaiah Thomas makes a three-pointer to take away a bit of momentum from Kansas, Taylor answers with a contested layup. Kansas leads 39-28. 12:36 — Cole Aldrich picked up his fair share of blocks last year in limited minutes. Now that he's playing more, he's blocking more. Aldrich swats Jon Brockman down low for his sixth block of the game. 4:06 — Marcus Morris makes a turnaround in traffic look easy. The basket gives him 13 points and gives the Jayhawks a 60-44 lead. But not everything goes Marcus' way. On the next possession, he gets whistled for his fourth foul. 3:15 — The two veterans team up, even when they don't plan on it. Sherron Collins' three-pointer rims out, and Cole Aldrich tips it back in. Kansas is firmly in control at this point. GAME NOTES NO LOVE FOR LARRY Apparently that 54-31 loss on Sunday didn't please the locals. The Kansas City crowd at Sprint Center booed Chiefs running back Larry Johnson when he was pictured on the big screen about midway through the first half. Johnson is a big basketball fan. Last year, he went to several UMKC game games while the Chiefs were still in season. WHICH ONE IS WHICH? In the first of likely many times when the Morris twins emulate each other this season Marcus and Markieff each got into a minor altercation with a Washington player midway through the first half. The first to do it was Marcus. After getting called for a charge, Quincy Pondexter lightly pushed Marcus, who got back in Pondexter's face. A referee and Sherron Collins regulated, and that was that. Marcus came out after that, and Markieff came in. On the next possession, he was a little too close to a Huskies player after the whistle blew, and a referee had to separate him. LOSING THE REBOUND BATTLE In the first half, Washington out-rebounded Kansas by 15. The Jayhawks did better in the second half, but the Huskies finished with 43 rebounds, compared to Kansas' 34. Jon Brockman had 18. Kansas coach Bill Self said the defense was sound and was pleased overall with the team's performance. But Self is a coach who demands that his team be more physical than any opponent. The rebounding numbers didn't make him too happy. "We got manhandled," Self said. Mark Dent 6B SPORTS BIG 12 FOOTBALL THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2008 Mizzou TE Coffman may play Saturday against Kansas ASSOCIATED PRESS COLUMBIA, Mo. — Missouri tight end Chase Coffman missed senior day and the victory that clinched the Big 12 North because of turf toe. An extra week of rest after the 12th-ranked Tigers captured the North for the second straight season might help him finally get back on the field for the regular season finale against Kansas on Saturday, Coffman, coach Gary Pinkel and quarterback Chase Daniel all were optimistic on Monday, although Pinkel noted he's sounded hopeful notes before each of the games Coffman has missed. "The last couple of times I've talked to you, I anticipated him playing," Pinkel said. "I anticipate him playing this week. We certainly need him back." Coffman has practiced the last two days and said he's been doing "pretty much everything" although the left big toe that was hyperextended while blocking against Baylor on Nov. 1 isn't perfect. To cope with the injury, which causes a sharp pain every time he pushes off, the toe is heavily taped and he's wearing special insoles to relieve pre.sure. "It's feeling a lo, better," he said. "I'm still having just a little bit of problems, but hopefully I'll be right around 100 percent for the game." The 6-6, 245-pound Coffman is the most prolific pass-catching tight end in NCAA history with 230 receptions and holds the school record with 27 touchdowns receiving. Despite the injury, he's fourth in the nation at his position this season with 73 catches, an 11.2-yard average and seven touchdowns. Coffman participated in pregame warmups before the Iowa State game on Nov. 15 and was prepared to play if Missouri (9-2, 5-2 Big 12) needed him. Early on in a 52-20 victory, he didn't have to be told to stand down, plus freshman Andrew Jones was having a good day with a career-best seven catches for 61 yards. "I followed the coaches around for the first couple of series, just seeing how things were going," Coffman said. "Once we started scoring, getting up, it pretty much sealed the deal that I wasn't going to play." Pinkel said it's important to be patient with such an injury, which can easily get aggravated. "You know he'll get back as fast as he can." "A guy's just got to feel right and you trust Chase," Pinkel said. "There's never, 'Hey, we've got to get this guy ready to play." All signs point to a return in the Tigers' annual border rivalry game against Kansas (6-5, 3-4), even if the neutral-site game in Kansas City that decided the North last season is just a mere warmup for the Big 12 championship game Dec. 6. Both games will be played at the Chiefs' home, Arrowhead Stadium. Missouri is looking for its third straight victory in the series, which players and coaches insist has their full attention. Daniel said he learned of the intense Kansas rivalry early in the recruiting process. "This is one thing that I think would just make their season," Coffman said. "Whether they go to a bowl game or not probably doesn't matter to them as long as they beat us, and I think it's kind of the same way here." the guide What to do at KU. Coming in January Weston White/KANSAN VOLLEYBALL KANSAS KANSAS KANSAS KAN KAN KANSAS 18 Kansas senior Savannah Noyes attempts to hit past a competitor's block in a recent home matchup. Noyes and Natalie Uhart are the team's only seniors and will be honored in Wednesday night's senior night match against Baylor at 7 p.m. The game will be the Jayhawks' last home match of the season and will be the second time the team has played the Bears this season. Baylor in town for senior night BY JOSH BOWE jbowe@kansan.com Coach Ray Bechard knows that tomorrow's senior night match belongs to two of his players. "We feel like we have the oppor Kansas volleyball has only two seniors this season — middle blockers Natalie Uhart and Savannah Noyes — and Bechard said this match, along with this week, was dedicated to them. tunity to play our very best volleyball," Bechard said. "We hope to put our best effort we've seen all year out there on Wednesday night." night's match is any less important to the team. The Jayhawks will need all the momentum they can get against the Bears. Baylor is fourth in the conference and hopes to lock up an NCAA Tournament bid tomorrow night. The team has one of the "We still have a lot to play for and a lot to look forward to," sophomore outside hitter Karina Garlington said. "Hopefully it'll transfer over against Baylor." K ans as (12-15, 6-12) will play. "We still have a lot to play for and a lot to look forward to. Hopefully it'll transfer over against Baylor." KARINA GARLINGTON Sophomore outside hitter Baylor (18-11) in its last home match of the season at 7 p.m. on Wednesday. Though a postseason bid is likely the question for Kansas, it doesn't mean Wednesday most dominating defenses in the conference. The last time Kansas faced Baylor, earlier this year, the Bears marched to a three-set sweep and used their offense to stifle the Jayhawks. The Bears hit an Classic THE NORTH FACE $164.9 804 Massachusetts St. Downtown Lawrence (785) 843-5000 The Denali Jacket SUNFLOWER OUTDOOR PARK Bethlehem, Pennsylvania 18602 The Sunflower Outdoor Park is a family owned business. www.sunfloweroutdoorandbike.com eye-popping .427 and the layhawk defense was nowhere to be found. Bechard said he understood that the last two matches this season were against two quality teams. He conveyed the importance of this week to his team after last Saturday's three-set loss to Texas. The Jayhawks' NCAA Tournament dreams might be over, but their season isn't. "It is what it is. We have two games left to show progress and for this group to be together," Bechard said. Kansas will have a lot to look at after the Texas loss. Not much went right during the three sets in Austin. Bechard attributed the loss to bad passing, saying the setter-hitter connection was off. Nine hitting errors and nine kills in the second set won't get it done against a high-level opponent. Bechard said, and the Jayhawks won't fare much notes SEASON-ENDING REMATCH STILL A SHOT TO IMPROVE — Josh Bowe Kansas plays its last match of the season on the road against Iowa State at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday. Kansas beat Iowa State in its second Big 12 match of the season, coming back from a two-set deficit to win in five sets. The teams have since headed in opposite directions. Kansas stands tenth in the conference and Iowa State is now fifth. better tomorrow if the plays squabble the same way. Bechard also implemented a different system against the Longhorns to get his bigger, physical players up front to combat the athleticism from Texas. It didn't work out, but Bechard said he didn't have any regrets about trying it. The Jayhawks still have a chance to improve upon last year's Big 12 victory total. Kansas finished with seven victories in conference last season.Two more victories from Kansas this year will give them eight. "You can't sit around and go status quo and hope it works out," he said. "You got to try to make some adjustments." $6.50 WALK-IN SPECIALI With two seniors ready to move on to the next level of their lives after tomorrow night's senior night match, Bechard will do everything he can to make sure they go on top. SMALL I-TOPPING PIZZA SMALL 1-STOPPING PIZZA & 20oz. DRINK — Edited by Rachel Burchfield 842-3232 1924456789 "WE PILE IT ON!" 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"We're cautiously optimistic that will be the case for Krysten," Henrickson said. Boogaard, a member of the Big 12 All-Rookie Team last season and Kansas' most talented low- post scorer, will be reevaluated Dec. 3. "She was the one who was the low-post presence.She got down on the block and demanded the ball." Untilthen, sophomore Nicollette Smith will fill Boogaard's starting position. Smith, who averages 5.7 points per game this season, gives Kansas another three-point option: She's made three this year. But Henrickson said Smith must improve her rebounding in Boogaard's absence. "She has to be more active on the offensive glass," Henrickson said. "She's got to be more active getting in the lane." The injury also slightly reshapes Kansas's offensive approach. said, the jayhawks ran more plays designed for the guards. And Danielle McCray, junior guard-forward, posted up her defender more often without Boogaard in the lineup. Against St. Louis, Henrickson McCray scored 27 points and grabbed a team-high 12 rebounds while attacking closer to the basket. That was part of the plan entering Sunday's game. After learning of Boogaard's injury on Wednesday, Henrickson added more plays designed for McCray to post up. BONNIE HENRICKSON Kansas coach "She was the one who was the low-post presence," Henrickson said about the game against St. Louis. "She got down on the block and demanded the ball." In their first game without Boogaard, the Jayhawks were out-rebounded 43-36 while allowing the Billikens to grab 18 offensive rebounds. Smith and junior forward Porscha Weddington combined for just seven rebounds in 68 minutes. Still, Henrickson remains optimistic that Boogaard will miss just one game — against New Orleans on Nov. 30. She said she hoped Boogaard would be back in the lineup on Dec.4 when the Jayhawks play San Jose State at home. "Well," Henrickson said, "it's just got to rest and heal." Weston White/KANSAN KANSAS 14 KU — Edited by Andy Greenhaw Krysten Boogaard attempts to block a shot against Sacred Heart. She is out for at least two weeks with a stress reaction in her left leg. Washington Wizards shake up coaching staff NBA WASHINGTON — Even without Gilbert Arenas and another injured starter, the Washington Wizards never imagined they would be as in the worst shape the franchise has ever been in. So after opening 1-10 to match the worst start in team history, the Wizards fired coach Eddie Jordan and his top assistant Monday and gave director of player development Ed Tapscott his first NBA head coaching job. "That's an unacceptable record, obviously" team president Ernie Grunfeld said. "We thought the change needed to be made. We needed to do things a little bit different." With that in mind, Grunfeld phoned Jordan and delivered the news — after the coach spent Monday morning distributing turkeys during a team charity event. Grunfeld then informed Tapscott — who was at the arena, watching tape and preparing to help Jordan at practice. Instead, Tapscott wound up running the session. "Surreal," he said. He was given the title of interim coach and will run the Wizards until the end of the season, when Grunfeld said he plans to "evaluate everything."Associate head coach Mike O'Koren also was fired Monday. The coach at American University in the 1980s, and an NBA front-office employee for years since, Tapscott will make his professional coaching debut Tuesday night against the visiting Golden State Warriors. "We're better than 1-10. we know it. But we're all responsible,"Tapscott said at a news conference, a whistle dangling from his neck. Jordan, the Eastern Conference's coach at the 2007 All-Star game, was in his sixth season with the Wizards. He led the team to the playoffs each of the past four. PGA Associated Press GM ends endorsement deal with Tiger BY TOM KRISHER ASSOCIATED PRESS DETROIT — General Motors is bailing on Tiger Woods. Woods, a global icon in sports with his 14 major championships, has been carrying the Buick logo on his golf bag for the last nine years and still had one year left on his contract. But General Motors Corp. was looking to cut costs and hoard cash while trying to survive the worst sales downtown in a quarter-century. And it said Monday the world's No. 1 golfer wanted more time for himself, especially with a second child on the way. "Timing is everything," said Larry Peck, golf marketing manager for Buick. "We've had such a great partnership with Tiger. It's hard for us to walk away from that. But this frees up time for him. And it sure frees up a lot of money for us." The endorsement deal, believed to be worth at least $7 million a year, was to expire at the end of 2009. Woods has endorsed GM products around the world and mainly has been seen in Buick commercials as the company tried to give the nameplate a more youthful image. BUICK "We attribute awareness of our product to Tiger," he said. ASSOCIATED PRESS Buick's U.S. sales have dropped 54 percent from 2000, the first full year Woods worked with GM, to 2007, according to Ward's AutoInfoBank. The brand's global sales, however, rose 17 percent during that span, according to GM. Buick is particularly popular in China. General Motors Corp. says it will not renew its endorsement deal with Tiger Woods, right, at the end of the year. GM said in a statement Monday that it was looking to reduce costs and that Woods wanted more personal time as he awaited the birth of his second child. The average age of the brand's buyers also dropped. Around 2001, the average age was in the low 70s, but it has since fallen to 66 for Buick sedans and 53 for the Enclave. 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AT A GLANCE BY THE NUMBERS (2008 Averages and National Rank) 28th scoring offense (32 ppg) 12th passing offense (295.73 ypg) 114th passing defense (274.4 ypg) 87th scoring defense (28.82 ppg) 72nd rushing offense (134.91 ypg) 30th rushing defense (120.91 ypg) PLAYER TO WATCH Kerry Meier The Jay- hawks' leading receiver has played injured for much of the season but had to take himself out of the Texas game with an injury to an injury to Meier TED BURRARD either his hamstring or his quad. He is quarterback Todd Reesing's favorite target on third downs, meaning his health is vital to the Jayhawks' chances on Saturday. OUESTION MARKS Will Jake Sharp and Kerry Meier be able to play? IT'S TIME FOR BATTLE The Jayhawks leading rusher and receiver both left the Texas game with injuries and haven't practiced much, if at all, in preparation for Saturday's Border Showdown. Kansas will need both players on the field to have any chance against the Tigers. Will Kansas have a winning season? The Border Showdown is Saturday at Arrowhead The Jayhawks need to beat Missouri to ensure their second consecutive winning season. A trip to a bowl game is almost guaranteed regardless of the outcome, but a victory would put the Jayhawks at 7-5 and guarantee them a plus-500 record. GAME DAY KANSAS VS. MISSOURI 11:30 a.m., ARROWHEAD STADIUM, FSN KANSAS 6-5,3-4 Big 12 OFFENSE The Jayhawks have had a week to fix what coach Mark Mangino called the most frustrating performance of the season against Texas last Saturday, when they scored just seven points. Only time will tell whether the bye week helped. Running back Jake Sharp and wide receiver Kerry Meier were both injured, and their status is unknown for Saturday's Border Showdown. The Jayhawks will need both healthy to have a chance against the 12th-ranked Tigers M. KOENE Sharp ★★★☆☆ DEFENSE The Jayhawk defense is coming off one of its best performances of the season against Texas last Saturday. Yes, the Jayhawks gave up 35 points, but they held the Longhorns to just 14 points in the first half and gave the KU offense plenty of opportunities to stay in the game. They are giving up almost 29 points per game in 2008, good for 87th in the nation. That's 10 more points per game than last season, when the Ja defense was one of the best in the nation. SOMETHEDAN RIGHT TOWARD EAST Rivera ★★★☆★ SPECIAL TEAMS Eleven games into the season, the Jayhawk kick return unit is still dead last in the nation. Marcus Herford and company are averaging only 15.74 yards per return. Mangino has voiced his disappointment for the unit multiple times this season, but nothing seems to be improving as the weeks go on. The Jayhawks are 24th in the nation in punt returns, however, at 12.33 v PIONEER Herford COACHING Mangino has tried just about everything to fix the problems on both defense and special teams, but nothing seems to have worked. He made personnel changes on defense and tried running back Jocques Crawford at kick returner, but it hasn't turned out as he had hoped. You can't fault the coaching staff for trying. ★★★★ M. MURDOO ★★★★ MOMENTUM Kansas has lost four of its last five games and doesn't come into this one with much momentum. But the game is against Missouri, which means everything else gets thrown out the door. The Jayhawks know just how big this game is for their fans, and they will surely be hyped and ready to play on Saturday. MISSOURI 9-2,5-2 Big 12 Daniel OFFENSE ★★★★ B. J. Rains Oklahoma is the only Big 12 team that ranks ahead of Missouri in each of the major offensive categories — passing yards, rushing yards and points per game. The Tigers average more than 512 yards and 45 points per game. Numbers like that would be middle-of-the-pack in the Big 12 South, but in the North they have led to a division crown, Quarterback Chase Daniel, a preseason Heisman contender, hasn't looked the same since throwing three interceptions against Oklahoma State. Still, Daniel and this unit on a bad day are better than most on their best ★★★★★ S. WILLIAMS Weatherspoon DEFENSE The Tigers give up a lot of yards, particularly through the air, but get near the end zone and they stiffen like a steel beam. Missouri allows just 23.3 points per game. That ranks a modest 52nd nationally, but of the other five North teams, the highest-ranked is Colorado at 82. Junior linebacker Sean Weatherspoon edges Kansas' James Holt for the conference lead in tackles for loss 15-14.5 and ranks third with 10.3 tackles per game. Weatherspoon also kills CAROLYN her game. Weatherspoon also has three interceptions, two of which he returned for touchdowns. ★★★★★ Wolfert SPECIAL TEAMS Missouri doesn't have a lot of worries when it comes to the often overlooked aspects of special teams play. Kicker Jeff Wolfert has made the most field goals (16) in the Big 12 and his 80 percent conversion rate also paces the conference. On top of that, Mizzou has one of the best, if not the best, return men in the country. Jeremy Maclin is a threat to go the distance at any time, and he did so earlier this year with a 99-yard kick return. Maclin averages 25.6 yards per kick return and 9.9 yards per punt return. 28 ★★★★★ back Possibl ness lk RANGERS 25 COACHING Possibly foreseeing a jump to Washington or Tennessee. Missouri signed coach Gary Pinkel to a sssee, Missouri signed coach Gary Pinkel to a lucrative contract extension last week. The new deal will pay Pinkel approximately $2.5 million per year, making him one of the highest-paid coaches in the country. With a pay raise in his back pocket and the division trophy already in hand, Pinkel enters Arrowhead without a single worry except Kansas. MOMENTUM ★★★☆ It's been similar to three separate seasons for Missouri this year. The Tigers started on fire with five consecutive wins. Then disaster struck in the middle of the season with a loss to Oklahoma State and a blowout at Texas. Now the Tigers have righted the ship, only there isn't the same swagger that they started with (evidenced by a 31-28 squeaker at Baylor). Missouri has proven that it's the class of the North, but subpar performances against the South have scarred the Tigers. Daymond Patterson @ ★★★★ @ KANSAN.COM - Check out game updates with photos and "The Hot Route" podcast Saturday at Kansan.com. MU KICKOFF ATAGLANCE Taylor Bern Momentum is the key factor in Saturday's game for Missouri, which already has the Big 12 North title already in its possession. The Tigers have won four in a row for the second time this season and a fifth straight could help propel them into a successful Big 12 Title game. Against the South this season, Missouri is 1-2, and that one victory was a three-point squeaker at Baylor. Last season the Tigers lost to Oklahoma twice and it's likely they'll face the Sooners again in Kansas City. Saturday is a warmup for the game Missouri really wants to win. BY THE NUMBERS (2008 Averages and National Rank) 4th scoring offense (45.7 ppg) 4th passing offense (349.4 ypg) 48th rushing offense (162.9 ypg) 52nd scoring defense (23.3 ppg) 111th passing defense (268.2 ypg) 37th rushing defense (124.5 ypg) PLAYER TO WATCH Maclin Jeremy Maclin is an unbelievable playmaker who could score a touchdown every time he touches the ball Maclin Maclin 10. has 13 touchdowns, and he leads the nation with 202.3 all-purpose yards per game QUESTION MARKS Will Chase Daniel throw an interception? Since tossing three picks against Oklahoma State, Daniel has thrown at least one interception in every game. This comes after he threw just one in the first five games. Can Kansas contain Derrick Washington? The fiery back is a perfect compliment to Daniel and the passing attack. Washington has 947 yards and 16 touchdowns, and when he's effective, Daniel has all day to throw. BIG 12 SCHEDULE Time Channel inursuay No.2 Texas vs.Texas A&M 7 p.m. ESPN Saturday Colorado at Nebraska 2:30 p.m. ABC Fridav No. 3 Oklahoma vs. No. 12 Oklahoma State 7 p.m. ABC No. 7 Texas Tech vs. Baylor 2:30 p.m. Versus BIG 12 CONFERENCE JAYHAWK NATION WILL ROCK IF... A The KU defense can slow down the Missouri offense, and the Jayhawks can win the turnover battle. Turnovers are always the key stat in a big game, and it will be imperative for the Jayhawks to force some turnovers on defense and take care of the ball on offense if they want to win. GALE SAYERS WILL WEEP IF... The KU defense has another poor showing and is unable to slow the high-powered Missouri offense. The KU defense has to play its best game of the season if the Jayhawks have any chance of winning. 100 TOP 25 TELEVISED GAMES Prediction: Kansas 36, Missouri 28 Game Tuesday Time Channel No.15 Ball State vs.Western Michigan 6 p.m. ESPN360.com Friday No. 9 Boise State vs. Fresno State 5 p.m. ESPN2 No. 25 Pittsburgh vs. West Virginia 11 o.p. ABC Saturday No. 1 Alabama vs. Auburn 2:30 p.m. CBS No. 4 Florida at No. 20 Florida State 2:30 p.m. ABC No. 5 USC vs. Notre Dame 7 p.m. ABC No. 7 Texas Tech vs. Baylor 2:30 p.m. Versus No. 11 Georgia vs. No. 22 Georgia Tech 11 p.m. CBS No. 16 Cincinnati vs. Syracuse 11 p.m. ESPN360.com No. 17 Oregon State vs. No. 23 Oregon 6 p.m. Versus No. 21 Boston College vs. Maryland 2:30 p.m. ABC/ESPN2 i ( )