Monday
September 9, 2002
Vol. 113, Issue No. 13
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THE UNIVERSITY DAILY
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Candidates' stances differ on education
By Aaron Passman
Kansan staff writer
With election day less than two months away, students will choose between Democrat Kathleen Sebelius and Republican Tim Shallenburger in the race for governor.
One key issue is the state budget crisis and higher education. A major concern is whether taxes should be raised in order to increase funding at state schools.
"It's not the right thing to do in tight budget times to push a
Sebelius
major tax increase, Smartphone data and phone interview Friday. "We need to sit tight for a year or two until we get through this and then let's see where we are."
Shallenburger has said he is opposed to a tax increase to fund schools.
During his time as Speaker of the House, Shallenburger created the Kansas House Select Committee on Higher Education, working to find new ways to develop and coordinate Kansas higher education.
Shallenburger
"We need to have a plan first, not just say, 'Hey, let's give more money to the universities,' and then do it," Shallenburger said.
Bob Murray, press secretary for the Shallenburger campaign, reiterated that Shallenburger was against raising taxes.
"Shallenburger is calling on all schools to look for the best ways to run themselves, but that doesn't mean we have to raise taxes," Murray said.
Murray said Shallenburger wanted schools to look for ways to cut wasteful spending.
In a speech Wednesday at the Douglas County Democratic headquarters, Kathleen Sebelius, state insurance commissioner, did not say whether she would favor a tax increase to help school funding.
"Talking about a tax increase seems like starting from the middle of the issue." Sebelius said.
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New greek terms challenge beliefs
By Todd Rapp
Kansan staff writer
Fraternity and sorority officials hope an emphasis on new terminology will put an end to old stereotypes.
The Interfraternity Council, the National Pan-Hellenic Council and the Panhellenic Association at the University of Kansas are pushing new terminology for their events and members. Many terms were changed in the 1990s, but are still used by many chapters throughout the nation and by chapter members at KU.
Some chapter members think the old terms possess stereotypes and negative connotations. Advocates hope the new terminology will dispel many beliefs associated with fraternities and sororities.
Rueben Perez, former Greek coordinator at Washington University in St. Louis, former Panhellenic advisor at Emporia State University and current coordinator for KU leadership programs, said the term "pledge" still brought hazing to the minds of people and the term "new member" was preferred.
"Pledge" seems to suggest a lesser status," Perez said. "New member" states that the minute you sign that card, you are a member, albeit a new one, but a member of that chapter."
Angie Carr, coordinator of fraternity and sorority life, said the old terms did not originally have poor stereotypes associated to them.
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"In our own community, these terms didn't carry the negative connotation that the outside world had." Carr said.
Terminology for the fraternity and sorority community has changed:
Old Terms New terms
Girls Women or Ladies
Boys Men or Gentleman
House Chapter
Rush Recruitment
Pledge New/Associate Members
Greek System Fraternity and Sorority Community
Activities Members, Initiated or Upperclassman
Pledge Trainer New Member Educator
Nationalg Headquarters/Executive Office
Source: Fraternity and sorority officials
Abby West/Kansan
Kristine Kuzmich, Overland Park senior, marches down Massachusetts Street to show opposition to a possible war with Iraq. About 300 demonstrators participated on Saturday morning.
Rally challenges war
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About 300 demonstrators attend a rally opposing a possible war with Iraq. The Bush administration has said that because Saddam Hussein was trying to build nuclear weapons, it was important to remove him from power.
By Lindsey Hodel
Kansan staff writer
Signs reading "Regime change begins at home." "You can't shake hands with a clenched fist" and "Peace is Patriotic" lined the sidewalk of Massachusetts Street Saturday morning.
About 300 demonstrators, including about 75 University of Kansas students, started marching with the signs at 10 a.m. as part of a peace march to oppose a possible attack against Iraq by the Bush Administration.
Saturday, President Bush declared the need for the United States to begin preemptive action against Iraq. According to the Sept. 7 issue of The New York Times, Bush said Saddam Hussein, leader of Iraq, was continuing his worldwide search for materials to build nuclear weapons, and immediate action was necessary.
Lawrence residents opposed to such action marched from Watson Park, at the intersection of Sixth and Kentucky streets, to South Park, 1141 Massachusetts St. The marchers walked down the sidewalk of Massachusetts waving banners and handing out fliers to bystanders. The Lawrence Coalition for Peace and Justice sponsored the demonstration.
Lynate Pettengill, member of the coalition,
said the purpose of the march was to send a message to the community that war with Iraq
was wrong.
"We want to encourage people to start asking questions of themselves and of our president, instead of just following what our leaders tell us." she said.
Pettengill also said the merchants were being good citizens by exercising their rights.
"Challenging the status quo is what democracy is all about," she said, "and I feel we are now closer to accomplishing our goals of sending a strong message to our country's leaders."
The marchers gathered in South Park to listen to several speakers and two musical performances from community members. The march concluded with the singing of two verses of "Let There Be Peace On Earth." The demonstration also included a petition signing to gather signatures opposed to preemptive action against Iraq.
Corrina Beck, Kansas City, Mo., graduate student, attended the peace rally with other members of the Womyns' Empowerment Action Coalition. Beck said eight members of the group marched as "women against war."
"I believe in maintaining a peaceful relationship with our neighbors," she said.
Lucas Neece, Topeka graduate student, said he attended the march in order to influence other people to oppose the war.
"I am completely opposed
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Controversy swirls over Red Bull
By Justin Henning
By Justin Henning
Kansan staff writer
Red Bull, a popular energy drink has just as much controversy swirling about it as it has alcohol being mixed with it.
In France, Denmark and Sweden the drink can only be sold in pharmacies. Greek health officials recommended in July that the drink not be mixed with alcohol or used in conjunction with exercise.
Four years ago, this drink came to the United States. According to The Beverage Marketing Corporation, Red Bull now accounts for 65 percent of energy drink sales in the U.S.
"I usually have one before I start drinking," said David Grogan, Topeka senior. "When I'm kind of tired in the early evening it gets me going."
While the Food and Drug Administration has not filed any complaints regarding Red Bull, health experts are still wary of the drink.
"Its greatest danger is combining it with alcohol," said Ann Chapman, a
registered dietitian at Watkins Health Center.
Chapman said Red Bull hindered the body's ability to pass out when it reached its limit for alcohol intake. Alcohol mixed with Red Bull would cause a "wide awake drunk" in her words, a person who could not pass out if their body needed to, allowing the person to keep drinking.
"It's like you're drunk, but it doesn't give you the drowsy feeling." Grogan said. "It keeps you more in tune and aware. But I wouldn't have more than one a night."
On Red Bull's Web site, the company says "you can mix it with alcohol, however, the positive effects of Red Bull might be impaired by alcohol."
The positive effects of the drink, according to the company, include its abilities to increase physical endurance, stimulate metabolism and improve overall daily activity and exercise.
Yet while people may use it in conjunction with alcohol, the high level of caffeine — equal to that in a cup of cof-
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