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The Oracle December 3,2001
This is no Rough Draft
The Draft pictured left to right: Kyle Marler, Alpha Tau Omega; Jon Ferns, Alpha Tau Omega; Bob Connealy, FIJI; and Tim Fitzpatricl Alpha Tau Omega.
photo courtesy of The Draft
by christy devocelle
A local band, TheDraft, is in the final stages of putting together their first original rock album. They have spent a lot of time on the project within the past year,and expect to release the album sometime next spring.
"This is a fairly elaborate production record we've gone for," said Bob Connealy, guitarist and singer.
Four seniors from the greek community make up The Draft. Bob Connealy is a member of FIJI, while Jon Ferns, Tim Fitzpatrick, and Kyle Marler are members of Alpha Tau Omega.
The band members have been friends for many years. They began their music career practicing in backyards during their high school days and performing in competitions such as Battle of the Bands.
They have stuck together ever since, and now they can be seen playing in many Lawrence bars. They frequently perfom at Fatso's, Jazzhaus and Jerseys; on occasion they put on shows in Kansas City. The band primarily plays rock, but they also play cover music
Fitzpatrick, guitarist and singer, said he likes. "Having a hobby where your friends can come see you, is enjoyed by other people, and is fun for everyone."
The men remain dedicated to their studies and a number of campus activities as well. Whether it be Adopt-A-School, Rock Chalk Revue, or the Board for Undergraduate Research Award Symposium, each member has contributed to the University of Kansas in many ways.
With so many activities time becomes a constraint in their lives. "It's tough," said Marler, guitarist, but they always make performances a priority. With college almost behind them, they remain focused on the future success of the band.
"We're going about our lives not aiming to be rock stars, but still playing music while we do our other things," said Ferns, drummer. "So if that goes, then we're going to go for it."
The band will be performing on Stop Day, Dec. 14, at Fatso's. Connealy said, "Hopefully there will be a lot of people looking to go out and we will get a good crowd in there."
Dancing the night away
by laura dakhil
Men and women across the community are probably soaking in tubs and asking for feet massages after being on the dance floor for six hours straight this past weekend. Although they might be worn out and recooperating physically, inside they should be fully energized because their hard work was unselfishly done for the benefit of others.
The Interfraternity Council and Panhellenic Association hope to have raised $15,000,the amount needed to pay off the House that Greek Built finished in October.
Participants paid $45 to enter alone, $80 to dance as a couple, and $5 to just drop by and take-in the excitement. All proceeds went to the project.
"The point of the Dance-a-thon is to allow everyone to do his or her part in giving someone a place to live, said Jen Bacani, former Panhellenic vice president of philanthropy and community service. "If people didn't get a chance to help out with the actual building, this is the opportunity to do something equally important for Habitat for Humanity."
This year, organizers came up with new ways to keep participants going. Some talented visitors dropped by to provide entertainment for the hardworking dancers. These groups included the Crimson Girls National Pan-Hellenic Council, and Queers and Allies.
Throughout the evening, sessions were held teaching participants different dance steps and styles. Ballroom, swing hip-hop, and unity step dancing were incorporated into the event. The schedule kept the energy level high throughout the six hours.
Though the event is only in its second year, organizers think it shows promise.
"I think the concept of a dance-a-thon is a good one to build a tradition upon, where students from all over the campus and the community can get involved and be apart of a wonderful service project," said Kelly Jo Karnes, assistant director for Greek Programs.
Mark Ruder, former IFC vice president for philanthropy and community service is also looking ahead.
"We hope to make this year's Dance-aThon a huge success and pave the road for its continued success for years to come."
Dear Judd O'Neal, Grant Jones, Brad Eisel, and the men of Phi Delta Theta: We just want to thank you guys for all your hard work. Staying up into the early hours of the morning coloring and spending all day and night in the recording studio PAID OFF! We are so excited to continue working with you guys. Here's to another "precious" semester and a "cute" show... we mean "cool" show!!
Lots of love from Emily Jones, Ashley Lattner, Katie Maughn, and the women of Chi Omega