rock chalk ___ the oracle, december 2, 2003
7
story by mindy osborne
ovember 24th has already passed and it brought with it a flurry of exultant joys as well as heavy sighs depending on exactly where you were that right.
Yes, that was the night of the annual In/Out Party for Rock Chalk Review, the evening when living organizations find out whether they attained a coveted spot which is slated to perform at the Lied Center in the spring in order to raise money for the United Way. So after all of the folders have been turned in and interviews completed, there always remains one question; Why did (or didn't) so and so get in?
The question itself is deceptively easy and has many theories behind it. One of which is the "curse/good luck theory. Like any competition that has been held for 50 plus years, Rock Chalk Review has had its share of dynasties' and "slumps." Examples from more recent year's would include the men of Sigma Phi Epsilon as well as Phi Delta Theta who have participated for many years in a row. Ramsey Mohsen, Springfield, Mo. junior, and Phi Delt Rock Chalk Director, said between 1992 and 2002 their chapter had been in Rock Chalk until last year when they were paired with Kappa Alpha Theta. On the other end of the spectrum are chapters that had not been in Rock Chalk despite repeated efforts. Chi Omega is one example when before 2000, it had been 11 years since they competed. They would call it the 'Curse of Chi O' but really I just don't think they (Chi Omega) took it too seriously. Elizabeth Bernett; one of Chi Omega's directors
A more realistic answer to the question is commitment. Many of the requirements for submission into the show revolve around participation and dedication to the cause from all members. This is especially true for the community service events. Two occasions, Karaoke night and a Duck Hunt, allowed students to help out their chapter and putting on Rock Chalk, Jacquelyn Roemeling, Witchita sophomore, participated in both and said. Both of the events were really good ideas. By design they help people get involved with other groups and have fun together while also helping out the cause. Karaoke was held at the Hawk and cover charge was donated to the production of Rock Chalk. The Duck Hunt was located between Fraser Hall.
and Wescoe with participants competing to find the ducks. The entry fee was $80 and also went toward production. One incentive included in both events was attendance from each chapter. The one with the attending would receive priority on dressing rooms way the community service events are set up wher ing rooms are awarded to the most participants is good motivation. When you have a dressing room your two chapters makes it more intimate and enj said Ramsey.
Yet another answer would tell you that professor and originality are key factors. The Rock Chalk direct from each chapter are in charge of turning in a major plan of what they would like their show to look like panel of judges. However, the format in which this must be submitted has a lot of rules and restriction CD recording must be handed in with three songs have the lyrics changed to fit the theme of the show one original song. A notebook must also be turned includes a script, plot summary, character sketches, lyrics and set design among other things addition, all of the materials must be colored by his Jordan Garcia, Wichita sophomore and Beta Theta Chalk director, said. "It is important that the note look good. I think judges can see if you have put work into them and made it original as you can. In professional, that shows that we care and want to lot in Rock Chalk."
So perhaps it is the curse/good luck theory. Or commitment must be shown. Or even originality. M likely it is all three. Who is to say? Well, apparent panel of thirteen anonymous judges who are some affiliated with the arts in the Lawrence community Whatever tickles their fancy gets into Rock Chalk At any rate the exact solution to the question might always remain a mystery. According to Garcia. Every chapter knows that there is no sure fire way or 10 guarantee that you will get in no matter what. Thus the way it is.