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UWPAC124 Ranger News Text Any textual data included in the document THE RANGER NEWS [DECEMBER 15, 2003 STUDY TIPS FOR FINALS WEEK PG. 2 Miss AMERICA PG. 4 LEARN FREEDOM p g . 5 SPORTS PG. 6 MOVIES Pg. 7 DEAR EMILY Pg. 9 HOROSCOPES & CLASSIFIEDS PG. 10 POLICE B EAT PG. LL UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-PARKSIDE'S STUDENT NEWSPAPER mLJ1 Ho Ho Ho WmterBreak!!! Jungle/ Ho Ho Ho J (Angle/ This tree was dedicated to Richard Krueger. The lights were donated by Badger Electronics. The tree was decorated by friends and co-workers ot Richard Krueger. Letter Trom the 'Editor... Merry Christmas, Parkside! The very end of the semester is upon us. I hope everyone feels they have gained useful knowledge in the past couple months. I know there are some seniors graduating this month, and to that, I have to say congratulations and good luck in the future. This is our Christmas/Winter Break issue of The Ranger News. We have included a slightly humorous list of safety tips on page five I hope you all take seriously. In our "Dear Emily..." advice column on page ten, Emily Wood explains how you can make it through the giving season with little money. Emily Rasbornik and myself explore the art of giving from our own perspectives in "Exposing the Sexes" on page nine. Also, we have study Please, keep your questions/comments coming to The Ranger News via e-mail (rangernews@journalist.com) or by dropping pieces off at The Ranger News office in Wyllie D139C. Thank you! STUDY TIPS tips for finals week in case any of you need some lastminute pointers for the upcoming tests. (You'll just have to guess what page that is on.) We're going to be working around the clock during winter break to make this newspaper ready for the Spring 2004 semester. My hope is to represent more student organizations, get more students interested and involved with some of the opportunities here on campus, and provide the UW-Parkside community with a publication that is noteworthy for its efforts on trying to increase the popularity of the community. It's going to be a challenge for us, but this is what we are setting out to do. I say, "Look out, 2004, we're gonna tear you apart!" On behalf of The Ranger News staff, I want to wish everyone happy holidays. --Henry D. Gaskins Editor-in-Chief The Ranger News' staff is dedicated to publishing the most reliable, reasonable, and entertaining information they can provide. By Emily Rasbornik FOR FINALS WEEK —Get started on Monday the week before final exams. Think of finals week as finals weeks. —Sleep. You need at least four hours of sleep a night to function. College finals are designed to make you think. If you are sleep deprived, you won't be able to comprehend (or answer) the challenging questions you will face. -Determine what type of final you will be taking. A noncomprehensive final will cover all the information given/discussed after the last mid-term exam. There are also comprehensive finals. Comprehensive finals cover all of the information covered from day one of the class. Determining which type of final you will be taking could make a huge difference in the time you'll need to commit to studying for a particular final. —Focus on your notes. If you are 23 chapters behind in your reading for a class, don't spend the night before the final trying to read the material for the first time. Unless the professor has clearly stated that the book covers different content than the lecture and that it will be covered on the test, you're better off focusing on your notes (assuming you have been to class). —Hide. Study in an out-of-the-way place. As tempted as you are to study with your friends, you're best bet is to find a place of your own where you can think. Avoid the mass hysteria at the student union and flee from people wanting to borrow your notes. -Don't chase an old test. Don't spend the entire night before trying to run down a copy of last year's exam. Even if you do find one, you'll most likely be very disappointed to find that it bears little resemblance to this year's test. —Stop cramming five minutes before the test. Use this time before the test to relax, catch your breath, and take a minute to get focused. By cramming until the last 30 seconds before you sit down to take the exam, you will more than likely just confuse yourself or walk into a wall trying to read and get to your desk. -Read all of the directions carefully. Read through the entire test to see what you are up against. Determine if you will have any time pressure and if it is manageable. Determine where the easy points are. Answer those questions first if you think you may be short on time. This will leave the most time to focus on the harder portions of the exam. If different sections of the exam are weighted differently on the point scale, do not waste all of your time on the 2 point questions when there are heavier-weighted 10 point questions to tackle. -Stay calm during the exam. If at first glance, the test is overwhelming, remember to breathe! Do not panic. If you don't know the answer to a question, move on to the next question and come back later. Remind yourself that you are well prepared, and take the exam one question at a time. You will gain momentum by answering the easy questions first—and you will do better by keeping your head in the game. —Ask questions if allowed. If you do, you may find that you gain a great deal of clarity about what the professor is truly getting at with the question. You might even get a feel for the answer the professor is looking for if you listen closely. -Stay for the entire session. Reread the questions and your answers to them. Make sure you understand what the question is really asking and that you have answered the question completely and accurately THE RANGER NEWS STAFF EDITOR-IN-CHIEF HENRY GASKINS COPY EDITOR TRACY MEDEK ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT DIRECTOR EMILY RASBORNIK ADVERTISING MANAGER CHRISTINE FERRER BUSINESS MANAGER SONYA GONZALEZ PHOTO EDITOR SCOTT STEFANI LAYOUT EDITOR WILL BRINKMAN DESIGN & L AYOUT WILL BRINKMAN HENRY GASKINS EMILY RASBORNIK REPORTERS EMILY WOOD KATIE DYLEWSKI RANGER ADVISOR JUDITH LOGSDON THE RANGER NEWS HAS MEETINGS EVERY MONDAY AT NOON. ALL STUDENTS AND FACULTY OF UW-PARKSIDE ARE WELCOME, PLEASE F EEL FREE TO A TTEND! WYLLIE D-13 9C PHONE:(262) 595-2287 FAX: ( 262) 595-2295 Page 3 THE RANGER NEWS December 15, 2003 Teamwork Makes the Dream Work What does a motivated family-oriented organization look like? Where would students go to find individuals who work to bring out the talents in others? How can one find educational and social events on campus that represent a diverse student body? See Lor president of the Parkside Asian Organization (PAO) concludes that PAO is just this type of organization. "I love the organization...! have seen the growth over the years, and Ranger Gr owl Dear Ranger Growl, I'm sick of the sickness! People are always coming to class coughing, sneezing, sniffling, and weazing. They are disrupting my learning experience. My biggest pet peeve is when some sick b*st*rd coughs during an important part of a lecture. Ok, I understand that some students are paying for their own education, and I respect that. However, other students are also paying for their own education, and deserve a healthy learning environment. Please don't come to class and infect others. The bookstore does sell Vitamin C and Halls cough drops to aid in your health crisis. Please utilize this on-campus opportunity. — Health Affectionado, M.D. Dear Ranger Growl, I've been reading The Ranger News lately, and the number of errors throughout the newspaper never cease to amaze me. Do you guys have any knowledge of layout or graphics design? It is a sloppy publication and many of the stories give misinformation or lack information. I was just wondering how much time you guys actually put into making the paper? — Vince Martin Thank you for reading. We are growing as a publication. To answer your questions, we don't know much about graphics design and layout; however, we are hiring an intern for next semester to help strengthen that area of the newspaper. The amount of time we spend working on the paper depends on the amount of people we have helping us. We are always looking for an extra set of eyes to bring to our attention flaws before the paper gets printed. We encourage student involvement in all student organizations and anyone who wants to help us out is welcome, wanted, and needed. Do you have a complaint? If so, write to The Ranger Growl. Bring any letters to Wyllie D139C (across from the Career Center). Your complaints will be voiced in The Ranger News, and who knows...maybe it will be addressed formally. what I most appreciate is how we worked together to bring it up. Shoua and I worked to make this organization what it is after it fell. I am happy for the board and advisor Carmen Ireland who has helped tremendously to organize and reorganize our organization." PAO focuses on members' individual talents. The members are like a family—very supportive of and compassionate toward one another. I observed PAO's December, 2 meeting. Its very arrangement exuded a warm, hospitable environment. The members were seated around a wooden, kitchen-like table. The chairs were all at the same level, which eliminated feelings of intimidation and superiority. Not once did I hear anyone raise their voice, or purposely show signs of disrespect. There was a constant flow of ideas in the room, giving voice to all who were present. This particular meeting consisted of an executive board with two general assembly members present to observe and give input. Mr. Kong Lee, a Communication Major seeking teacher certification, grades 1-9, holds the prestigious position of "Member at Large." This dynamic individual gives the general assembly a voice. Mr. Lee stated, "PAO builds you up and gives you confidence." Other members echoed those sentiments. Some of the common qualities expressed within this group are growth, security, diversity, and togetherness. Fue Xiong, the PAO Parkside Student Government Representative Association (PSAG) was one of the first members to join PAO, not to mention one of the founders. He states, "I am happy to represent PAO in the PSGA. PAO is a secure environment for all people. We have grown together to bring PAO to the top. I would like to thank all of the people over the years that have helped to make this organization what it is today. I would especially like to thank this year's participants for all of their hard work''. Other members shared their fond experiences with PAO. First semester freshmen Lyhouawang Sayaxang said, "At first I did not know what to expect, but I found that when the group has a disagreement or a clash we found our way back together to be productive. We have a rainbow of personalities, but somehow we all mix. See Lor would like to state for the record "all are welcomed . Vice President Shoua reiterates, "Everyone is so comfortable, and anyone who joins will feel the same". This organization has a group ot positive and resourceful people. They are willing to help empower anyone to become all that they can. Advisor Carmen Ireland is know as the backbone of the group, as well as their "mamma." She has this to say about the organization: "They are terrific. They are bilingual. Although, I do not speak their language I can see why they need this organization. They are a growing organization that went from 5-35 registered members over the last five vears". This is a group well worth recognizing and definitely an organization worth joining. Parkside Asian Organization encourages all students to come and be a part of the organization for the 2003-200 school year. First & last Month's Rent Free for December Move-ins!!! * Restrictions Apply FALL INTO LUXURY AT BAYSIDE TOWNHOMES NEWER 3 BEDROOM 2 1/2 BATH HOMES Each Home Features: * .sratoes 3 ted mow, 2 1/2 bald flaw ptaas * A^acked 1 ear oversized garage wild opeaer * Private ealraaees wild balconies and paflas « F ill slrawasder& diyer laeaeddowe * Eaenfr eflfcteal gas deal «cealial air * Range, refri^rator, dishwasher and garbage disposal in each home * Carpeting throi^hout * 1600 sq. ft. floor plans * Rents starting at $1 ,©l O KnysMe Towndoiws 1521 Sheridan Road, Unit H, Kenosha, Wl 9k* an appok&nMt ca£- 2fi2-551-0411 or ^l-704-7»00 .9wjQ>ik?r.9Jf cManapid 6jr &&&*> T&&2- Page 4 THE RANGER NEWS December 15, 2003 1998 Miss America Comes to UW-Parkside 1998 Miss America Kate Shindle speaks at Union Cinema on Dec. 9. ( * f*ui Your Us/is4.r%. Your /*\ou$* Is! 7 Save Time and Money with ECU's Electronic Services. TJU*i Koo*\s zso 595-2i50 Hi i our 5.' Monday-Thursday 9am - 4pm Friday 9am - 5pm Wisconsin's Education, eaithcare Employees, Current & Past Students and Their Families. www.ecu.com By Henry Gaskins Kate Shindle, 1998 Miss America, came to Union Cinema on Tuesday, December 9 to discuss HIV and AIDS awareness. The event was free for the UW-Parkside community, sponsored by Peer Health Educators, Parkside Activity Board, Parkside Adult Student Association, Parkside Student Government Association, Rainbow Alliance, and the Pre- College Program. More than 50 people showed up for the event. Ever since Shindle became Miss America, she has been using her fame and image to lead the public to a higher knowledge of HIV/AIDS awareness. She said she saw the effects of AIDS first-hand, and she knew that if she became Miss America it would be her opportunity to try to make a difference. She has toured all around the states trying to teach children and adults of all ages the importance of safe sex. "It can be difficult to speak at some places. You walk into a theater full of 11- and 12- year-old children and think 'My god, I hope these kids aren't sexually active or sharing needles.' But the reality is that they may be, and we need to educate them to be safe." Shindle flew in from New York to speak at UW-Parkside. She is currently an actress, but said she will continue to use her status as former Miss America to educate the public. She also noted that the Miss America Pageant, as an institution, has a great impact on society because it gives young women a chance to take action on issues that they feel are important in society. After about an hour of discussing the impact and prevention of HIV and AIDS, Shindle held a question/answer session, where the audience could ask anything from what it is like being Miss America to her efforts on AIDS awareness. "The most common myth," Shindle said, "is that thought, 'oh, it can't happen to me.' That is a dangerous attitude." Great Student Leaders Are Popping Up Everywhere! e One! Apply for a Student Leadership Position! Pick up applications at: Res Life Office, Student Activities, Student Health & Counseling Center, Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, Ranger Card Office & Wellness Center. - Page 5 THE RANGER NEWS December 15, 2003 THE CASE OF MUMIA ABU-JAMAL By Emily Rasbornik "To learn freedom is to Educate yourself." "Who is Mumia Abu-Jamal? He is a renowned journalist from Philadelphia who has been in prison since 1981 and in death row since 1983 for allegedly shooting Philadelphia police officer Daniel Faulkner. He is known as the "Voice of the Voiceless" for his award winning reporting on police brutality and other social and racial epidemics that plague communities of color in Philadelphia and throughout the world. Mumia had received international support over the years in his efforts to overturn his unjust convictions." "Mumia's case has been a unifying point for many social struggles because it concentrates issues vitally important to our future, such as the rise in prison populations, police brutality, the death penalty, persecution of political dissent, and the continuation of white supremacy and racism in the U.S. From death row, Mumia has continued to speak through his journalism for all who are oppressed. He has published four books, and his weekly columns are published throughout the world. His case is one of the most important social justice fights of our time." A student presentation was given on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 at noon in Union Square. The students used the story of Mumia Abu-Jamal as an example of how the US government is taking more control of our freedoms and rights. They talked about the USA Patriot Act. Here are some points that were made at the presentation and on the handout: "Just 45 days after the September 11 attacks, with virtually no debate, Congress passed the USA PATRIOT Act. Under this sweeping legislation, the government can... — Collect information about what books you read, what you study, your purchases, your medical history, and your personal finances. (SECTION 215) — Search your home and not even tell you. (SECTION 213) — Label you a "terrorist" if you belong to an activist group. (SECTION 411) — Monitor your e-mails and watch what Internet sites you visit. (SECTION 216) — Take away your property without a hearing. (SECTION 806) --Spy on innocent Americans. (SECTION 412) — Wiretap you under a warrant that doesn't even have your name on it. (SECTION 216)" Student Edd Reynolds had the biggest impact on me. He had a deep and powerful message on politics today and how they are changing our lives. He began elaborating on the above points and then stated, "The question should not be whether you or not you support our troops, but whether or not you support our government's policies. Did protection from terrorism become harmful to our freedoms? Well it seems that in America it does not make a very good political strategy to even ask such questions." He even stated that according to the USA Patriot Act he could be reprimanded for trying to educate his fellow students about what is going on in politics. The presentation was very informative and created a stir of emotions. Great job to Ethnic Studies 201, students obtained a lot from thought provoking information from your presentation. Local contact info: NYC Free Mumia Abu-Jamal Coalition P.O. Box 16 New York, NY 10030 www.freemumia.com (212) 330-8029 Winter Break Safety Tips 10.) Wear mittens and a hat. Consider investing in a scarf. 9.) Don't talk to strangers. 8.) Look both ways before you cross the street. If you're with someone else, hold hands. 7.) Beware of avalanches. 6.) Cover your mouth when you cough. 5.) Use condoms. Don't double-bag, unless it's your groceries. 4.) Let crazy drivers have the right-of-way. 3.)Don't put rocks in the middle of snowballs. 2.) Don't eat yellow snow. 1.) Please, don't drink and drive. (Courtesy of The Ranger News) Page 6 THF RANGER NEWS December 15, 2003 t Txtiwi?C;TTV Sports UW-Parkside 2004 Wrestling Schedule Sat.- Sun. Jan. 3-4 Away Midwest Classic (Indianapolis, IN) 4:00 p.m. Fri. Jan. 9 Home Minn. State-Mankato 7:00 p.m. Sat.- Sun. Jan. 17-18 Away NCAA II Duals (Cleveland, IN) 10:00 a.m. Wed. Jan. 21 Away UW-Oshkosh 7:00 p.m. Wed. Jan. 28 Home UW-Stevens Point 7:00 p.m. Sun. Feb. 1 Home New York University 11:00 a.m. Fri.- Sat. Feb. 6-7 Away Wheaton Invitational 2:00 p.m. Sun. Feb. 29 Away NCAA II Regionals (Edmund, OK) 11:00 a.m. Fri. - Sat Mar. 12-13 Away NCAA II Nationals (Mankato, MN) 11:00 a.m. Great Lakes Valley Conference 2003-04 Women's Basketball TEAM Bellarmine Quincy Indianapolis Lewis Wis.-Parkside Southern Indiana SIU Edwardsville Northern Kentucky Kentucky Wesleyan Saint Joseph"s Missouri-St. Louis Recent Scores Thursday, December 4 at UW-Parkside 70 Indianapolis 45 at Quincy 78 Ky. Wesleyan 62 at Lewis 87 N. Kentucky 74 Southern Indiana 81 at UM-St. Louis 57 Bellarmine 70 SIU Edwardsville 69 Saturday, December 6 'at Lewis 71 Bellarmine 68 Indianapolis 82 at St. Joseph's 64 *at SIU Edwardsville 87 Kentucky Wesleyan 68 *Northern Kentucky 77 at UW-Parkside 66 'at Quincy 92 Southern Indiana 64 Tuesday, December 9 at Missouri-St. Louis 69 Pittsburg State 64 at St. Joseph's 89 Huntington 64 Dec. 11 W-L Pet. 3-1 .750 3-1 .750 3-1 .750 3-1 .750 2-1 .667 2-2 .500 2-2 .500 2-2 .500 0-3 .000 0-3 .000 0-3 .000 Longwell and Bidwell to wrap gifts at Reqency Mall in Racine It's the Packer Wrappers for Packer Backers event at Regency Mall Tuesday, December 16, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Green Bay Packers Rvan Longwell and Josh Bidwell will demonstrate their tape and paper offensive skills by wrapping customer gifts at the Verizon Wireless Gift Wrap Center near Sears. Customers will receive an autographed gift card with the wrapped gift. One gift per customer please. "We're delighted that Verizon Wireless has brought the Green Bay Packers to support our community gift wrap program," said Tiffany Bernhardt, Regency Mall Marketing Director. Between 5 and 7 p.m., customers can enter to win a full-size Wilson football autographed by both Longwell and Bidwell or a pair of 50-yard line tickets to the Denver Broncos game at Lambeau Field on Sunday, December 28, 2003. Entry forms will be available at a table near Sears. One entry per person, please. The Verizon Wireless Gift Wrap Center is staffed by local nonprofit organizations now until Christmas Eve. Non-profit organizations raise funds by receiving tips from customers. One dollar per package is suggested. Regency Mall, located at the intersections of Highway 11 and 31 in Racine, is owned by CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. is one of the top five owners of shopping centers in North America and has a portfolio of 161 properties in 25 states. Shares of the company are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "CBL." The company website is www.cblproperties. com. Great Lakes Valley Conference 2003-04 Men's Basketball Standings as of A.M. Dec. 9 W-L Pet. 4-0 1.000 4-0 1.000 4-0 1.000 3-1 .750 2-2 .500 1-2 .333 1-2 .333 1-3 .250 0-3 .000 0-3 .000 0-4 .000 TEAM Indianapolis Southern Indiana Lewis Northern Kentucky SIU Edwardsville Missouri-St. Louis Kentucky Wesleyan Quincy Wis.-Parkside Saint Joseph's Bellarmine Recent Scores Thursday, December 4 'at SIU Edwardsville 68 Bellarmine 53 'Indianapolis 78 at UW-Parkside 74 *at Quincy 80 Kentucky Wesleyan 74 *at Lewis 82 Northern Kentucky 69 'Southern Indiana 95 at Missouri-St. Lous 80 Saturday, December 6 'at Lewis 96 Bellarmine 75 'Indianapolis 92 at St. Joseph's 84 'Kentucky Wesleyan 77 at SIU Edwardsville 70 'Northern Kentucky 80 at UW-Parkside 79 'Southern Indiana 80 at Quincy 69 Monday, December 8 at Southern Indiana 72 Henderson State 62 EARN CASH TODAY AND HELP SAVE LIVES! Donate your life-saving blood plasma & receive $20 TODAY* or $50 This Week!* (for approx. 2 hours of your time) Call or slop by: ZLB Plasma Services 1601 Washington Ave. Suite 200 Racine, Wl 53403 262-633-0454 www.zlb.com •Fees and donation time may varyt •New donors onSy UWRN-9/18-12/11 Page 7 THE RANGER NEWS December 15. 2003 MOVIES & Music Weekend Box Office (December 5-7) 1. The Last Samurai...$24,271,354 (Cumulative...$24,271,354) 2. Honey...$12,856,040 (Cumulative...$12,856,040) 3. The Hunted Mansion...$9,394,18 (Cumulative...$45,974,409) 4. Elf...$8,026,797 (Cumulative...$139,527,719) 5. Dr. Seuss' Cat in the Hat...$7,141,855 (Cumulative...$85,297,270) 6. Bad Santa...$7,014,010 (Cumulative...$27,138,311) 7. Gothika...$5,250,356 (Cumulative...$49,545,578) 8. The Missing...$4,034,563 (Cumulative...$21,805,272) 9. Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World...$3,722,008(Cumulative...$72,555,668) 10. Love Actually...$3,561,360 (Cumulative...$48,743,275) 11. Timeline...$2,729,568 (Cumulative...$16,797,982) 12. The Matrix Revolution...$1,352,380 (Cumulative...$135,673,369) Top Albums 1. Jay-z, The Black Album 2. No Doubt, The Singles 3. Britney Spears, In the Zone 4. Hilary duff, Metamorphosis 5. Various Artists, Now 14 6. Toby Keith, Shock'n Y'all 7. Josh Groban, Closer 8. G-Unit, Beg For Mercy 9. Korn, Take A Look In The Mirror 10. Outkast, Speakerboxxx/The Love Below 11. Blink-182, Blink-182 12. Nelly, Da Derrty Versions-The Reinvention Upcoming Movies In Theaters December 12 1. Love don't Cost a Thing 2. Something's Gotta Give 3. Stuck on You 4. Crust 5. Girl With a Pearl Earing 6. The Statement In Theaters December 19 1. The Lord of the Rings: The Returr of the King (comes out on the 17th) 2. Mona Lisa 3. Calendar Girls 4. The Fog War 5. The Hebrew Hammer 6. House of sand and Fog 7. Two Men Went to War In Theaters December 25 1. Monster (comes out on the 24th) 2. Cheaper by the Dozen 3. Cold Mountain 4. Paycheck 5. Peter Pan 6. The Company 7. Young Black Stallion T)IAYOU (Know... Renee Zellweger doesn't see what the big deal is about the fact that she put on weight to play Bridget Jones. She slimmed down for Chicago and now plumped up again for the sequel. "I was followed around Heathrow (airport) by a guy wlm wanted to take a picture of my backside. I don t understand the obsession. Then the film was first coming out the question I was asked the most was regarding my weight, and again it's happer :ng. Information collected from http://-novies.yahoo.eom/news/a /20031128/1070772600 tml Upcoming Albums Week of December 16 1. Lex Diamond Story - Raekwon 2. M.A.D.E. - Memphis Bleek 3. Ceremony: Remixes & Rarities - Santana 4. Roc Files, Vol. 1 - Various Artists 5. And Then-Joe 6. Something's Gotta Give - Original Soundtrack Week of December 23 1. B2K Presents: You Got Served - B2K 2. Bravehearted - Bravehearts 3. Unbreakables: Screwed and Chopped - Three 6 Mafia 4. Windham Hill Chill, Vol. 2 - Various Artists 5. Big Fish - Original Soundtrack Week of December 30 1. Glam Rock Compilation - Various Artists 2. Rockin' the the USA - Various Artists 3. Familiar Songs - Tom Rapp 4. Live & Obscure - Townes Van Zandt 5. Bass Communion - Bass Communion 6. 1926-1930 - Fess Williams Rudy the Red Nos ;d Rat Defrosted the Slush Man Jerry the Half Eaten Cookie Man, J( Lesser Known Christmas Characters *7 Page 8 THE RANGER NEWS December 15, 2003 By Henry Gaskins I had my first real girlfriend when I was 16 years old. I liked her a lot and I remember being so excited to actually be dating. She gave me a list of 10 things she really loved, such as getting flowers and riding in limos. (The thought just came to me: why would you date somebody who gives you a list of everything he or she loves?) When her birthday came around I spent more than $150, buying her everything on the list. I was standing next to the limo with a dozen roses trying to call her, but she never answered. This taught me an important life lesson: Don't spend too much on infatuation, especially after only three weeks. (Oh my God, what a loser, right? I'm just glad I learned that at a young age.) It's Christmas time, so millions of couples and "friends" are going to be looking for the perfect gifts to exchange. Meanwhile, the single community stands by thinking, "Maybe next year." They are either thinking that, or laughing at the efforts their couplehood friends are implementing toward the holiday spirit. Or maybe that's just me laughing. With the economy suffering, I'm betting on less engagements this Christmas. Sorry girls. This is not really a physic prediction, it's more of an educated guess. And for more than the purposes of guys not having the money to buy their girls diamond rings. I think that because there are fewer jobs available, and less couples are going to feel that it is the right time to settle down and get married. However, if you happen to be a person in a relationship that transcends this guess, then I congratulate you. I can't say too much on gift giving, because I usually start and finish all of my Christmas shopping on December 23. However, I will say that it might be best for couples to communicate with each other about the gift exchange, because you wouldn't want to get what to you might seem like a highly meaningful piece of jewelry for someone who hasn't been taking you seriously. If you break up January 15, you'll be that much more broken-hearted. Communication is key - use common sense. Of course, the real secret to Christmas shopping is to do all your shopping ahead of time. From my observation, grandparents are the only ones who have mastered this art. Some of them go through the whole year Christmas shopping. It could be mid-July, and they might say, "Oh this will make a great Christmas present for little Susie." I'm sure I'll be doing that in forty years. For the time being, I'm just gonna remind myself and all of my single friends that we are saving money. Exposing the Sexes: Thoughts, questions, comments, concerns? Feel free to email Emily Rasbornik at real757@yahoo.com or Henry Gaskins at uw_paperboy@yahoo.com The Art of Giving GIVE LIFE GIVE PLASMA By Emily Rasbornik Give us 1 hour, twice a week. Your plasma donations help save the lives of burn and shock victims, heart surgery patients, and hemophiliacs. Call for an appointment or more information. $$$ CASH PAYMENTS $$$ EARN UP TO AND OVER *180°° -'PER MONTH Plasma Donor Center Of Kenosha, Inc. 6212 22nd Ave. • Kenosha, Wl <414) 654-1366 Hours: Mon. A Wed. 830-3:30 W. 800-*2 3T0t ui•r Ss.a 9t.3 803-04-3103 0 People Helping People For Life| When I first think if the word giving, I think of Toys for Tots, a great organization that collects toys for underprivileged children. The toys are given to them on Christmas Day. When I think of giving, I see one of those big bins in front of the grocery store doors; food is deposited here and given to families. When I think of giving, I think of wanting to share my own happiness with someone else. My happiness is overflowing and I want to pour it into someone else to bless his or her day. My apartment is truly blessed. We are all involved in a spirited Secret Santa. I think I am more excited to give a gift than to receive a gift. Don't get me wrong, I am excited to get a gift, but giving one of my roommates something from my own heart means a lot. During the Christmas season everyone wants to give the "perfect gift." They want the receiver to be totally excited about what they've gotten. How do you give the "perfect gift?" How do you receive the "perfect gift?" Especially in relationships, boyfriends often ask their girlfriend's roommates or friends what he should get her, trying to gain great insight on what the "perfect gift" would be. That would make her happy with him. But I wonder: how can you give a gift if you're not giving from your heart? How will you be able to truly receive a gift if you're not happy? How do you allow others to bless you? To all of that I say, give the gift of happiness to yourself. This way you will be able to give and receive with joy. You may truly understand the word giving when you give yourself a deeper meaning. When I was younger I always felt like no one really knew what I wanted. I felt like I always got oddball gifts that seemed to have no meaning. But really they were great gifts. I was the odd ball, I was never pleased with what I got because I wasn't happy with myself, and I was depending on others to make me happy with gifts they bought me. Believe me, when the weird uncle drinks too much, and relatives you haven't seen in years come by, you start to feel a little odd opening presents that seem to have no meaning. But I say give to yourself in a way you never thought you could. Find your purpose by exposing yourself to you. The "perfect gift" isn't material. The "perfect gift" is your heart, love, understanding, and openness to what may not seem like the "perfect gift." Some may feel alone this Holiday, but realize that your loneliness is in your own unhappiness. You have the ability to be joyful; it's inside of you and no one else. It's up to you to deepen your sprits this holiday season - not anyone else. T)ear <Em\(y... By Emily Wood Dear Emily, I am a 20 year old male student living in the University Apartments. The holiday season is coming up soon, which in my family and group of friends means giving and receiving gifts. I don't really have the money right now, being a poor college student and all, to buy a lot of presents. I also don't have a job or a car, so my money-making options are limited. What should I do? -Bah-Humbug Dear Bah-Humbug, I feel for you: I am not a fan of the holiday season, I hate giving gifts just as much as I hate getting them, and I am very, very poor. My personal advice to you is to find a new group of friends who aren't all about giving/receiving and avoid your family at all costs. But since I have an "advice column" and need to worry about giving helpful as well as healthy advice, ignore what I just told you. Your problem can be solved logically with Emily's Foolproof Guide to Holiday Cheer: - Your first step is to make a list of everyone you absolutely need to buy presents for, and then reduce that list as much as possible. The less presents you expect people to get you, the less presents you are expected to give. - Then, brainstorm for ways to make money, and you'll realize your options are not as limited as you think. My personal favorite moneymaking activities are selling/trafficking drugs, prostitution, extorting, and stealing. Have you considered any of those? Donating plasma can also be a quick way to make money, but most plasma-donation centers are really picky about certain extracurricular activities (apparently drug use, unprotected anal sex, using dirty needles, and having tattoos done within the last few months may limit one's eligibility). Borrowing money from people that you can easily avoid or manipulate also works. Throughout this season, you will see a lot of Salvation Army bellringers with red donation pails next to them. Distract that person by pretending to care about humanity, grab the red donation pail, and run. , . . --Next, think about the gifts. You really don't need to buy anything per^ sonal or thoughtful for anyone because most Americans are too wrapped up in the greedy commercialism of the holiday season — let this work to your advantage. For the people that you only really see once or twice a year, go to any department/specialty/mass-merchandise store and take an empty gift card from the counter without paying for it (this, by the way, is not actually shoplifting) and try to get a gift card holder or envelope too, so you can write in a fake dollar amount. Tell the recipient it s for $ld-$50, because anything higher will make them suspicious When they do try to use the card, it won't work at the register and they will become embarrassed - which is a gift to you in itself. This will on y work if it's someone that you are not that close to, such as cousins, aunts, uncles, grandparents, acquaintances, co-workers etc. For people that you do encounter often (brothers, sisters, parents, friends), you can either save up your money and buy things on the black-market or squander all the saved money on yourself and shoplift their gifts. Just remember to steal from a variety of different stores, because believe me, there is such a thing as grand theft shoplifting. Don't look suspicious or draw attention to yourself, and if you get caught, pull a Wmona Ryder and act confused and drugged up. , - I am also a big fan of re-gifting. Take all those shiptd useless presents from last year and give them away to others. Just make: sure that the re-gift is in its original package and you aren t giving it to the same I..—.««.. »•> «*«« wants them, they are usually of poor quality, and are really hard to turn around and sell on eBay. Don't waste all your time and effort making gifts that will be thrown away with the crumpled heap of wrapping paper or tucked away in a cupboard. — Come to the celebration with a good story to make people feel sorry for you (i.e.: your dog just got run over, you lost your job, you barely survived a terrible car accident), causing them to temporarily overlook the fact that you showed up empty handed. — After the celebration, get out as soon as you can, and avoid these people until next year. Repeat this process next year. — None of these ideas work out for you? If your still stuck and stressed out about th» presents, you do have one more option. Just remember that old statistic claiming the highest percentage of suicides each year occurs within the holiday season. No one can be bitter at you for not giving them a gift if you are bloody, unidentifiable corpse. So, there you go. Just follow Emily's Fool-proof Guide to Holiday Cheer, and enjoy the looks on your friends and family s faces when they open the presents. That's half the fun! Do you have question that you need answered, but cant afford to pay those greedy professionals at the Psychic Friends Network? Let me give it a stab! Send emails to dearemilyuwp@yahoo.com or Communication Arts Theatre Free and open to the public! For more information contact (262) 595-2731 The University of Wisconsin- Parkside provides services for patrons with special_ needs. Please contact the Parkside Student Center for assistance, (262) 595-234:». University of Wisconsin-Parkside 5th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration January 23, 2004 7:00pm An Evening Extravaganza Featuring: Essay and Community Awards, Music, and Readings! Page 10 THF RANGER NEWS uecemper io, ^uuj CLASSIFIEDS Help Wanted Services The Ranger News is looking for writers and reports. No experience is necessary. 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You need to find it though, because it isn't going to come find you. I would suggest starting now before someone else jumps at this great opportunity. Capricorn Pay close attention to your zippers on the 22nd of this month. They look innocent enough, but those tricky little mechanisms are capable of creating very embarrassing situations if neglected the proper attention. If you find yourself with an open "fly", you are fair game for extremely grandma-like comments, i.e. "your barn door is open". Avoid these at all costs by checking on the status of your zipper approximately every three hours or so. Scorpio You may still be in a state of confusion as far as love is concerned, which is completely understandable considering the recent events that have taken place. You ne ed direction, and you need it desperately. For you, I recommend the good old-fashioned inspiration of film. Watching a movie will allow your brain to break from the immediate situation at hand, which will prove very helpful. Sometimes you do need to step back and watch others, because you can't always figure it out by yourself. This will definitely be a refreshing source of help, because you haven't been getting much from friends - they haven't been through the same things. "Love Actually" is my pick for you - it's a super happy one which has low levels of cheesiness. Okay, well... maybe it teeters on cheesy but it's got Hugh Grant, so come on now. Pisces I see someone in your place of work or school, who owns the exact same pair of shoes as you - color and everything. You've been wondering if this has any sort of meaning, if you're somehow cosmically connected with this same shoes-wearer, if you two are destined for a lasting friendship. Sadly, my astrological powers say no. It turns out they were given these shoes as a gift, and are just wearing them because the weather is bad. These are the shoes they wear when they anticipate muddiness and rain, the "okay if they get tattered" ones. And although it has been said that you can tell a lot about a person by the shoes on their feet, it doesn't hold true in this case. lot of good to start. A satisfactory living space would be an equal combination of personal style and comfort, not reminiscent of a stark-white hospital or classroom. I'm not saying to go out and decorate your house with apples and teddy bears and crafts made out of twigs, but I guarantee that a slight updating and personalizing of your space will enhance your mood and make for inspiration when working on papers and such. Invest in some inexpensive items, and make your place feel like yours. Sagittarius You will have a serious talk with a family member and discover something you really wish you hadn't. I'd advise staying off of subjects of a mature nature with older relatives. They will be very open with you, and it won't be pretty. Taurus You surely put effort into your wardrobe, Taurus, but I see you overlooking something almost as important. Be it your bedroom, dorm room, or apartment... your area should feel like home, right? You haven't bothered much with decorating, but it would do you a Libra Change is inevitable for you, Libra. It's time you understood this and began adjusting accordingly. This change is going to help you out so incredibly much if you let it. So why not start looking ahead? I see that a previous love is still constantly on your mind, you must know that they have continued living without you. You need to keep your eyes open for opportunities for new love, because no one is going to force you to live in the present. with family & school obligations and what not. It's a stressful time. I do, however, see this time of utter craziness being hardest on you. I see that you're becoming waaaay too concerned with doing things in your over-achiever fashion, acing the tests, turning in the very best paper, buying the most thoughtful of gifts. You are trying too hard to excel at everything right now, and I see one of two things happening as a result: burning out and saying screw it all, or having some big nasty mental breakdown. Your choice. My advice is to realistically look at the sources of stress and question their worthiness of your worry. Is this one test worth sending you away to a la-la land of mental illness? Hell no I tell you! Do your best of course, but worstcase scenario, you'll just pick the your slack at a later date. It's not the end of the world by any means. Just think back to 7th grade - remember how we were told how important our high school career would be? Do you even remember your exam grades in high school? Grades are hardly the sole determinant of your becoming a successful person. spaghetti would do you your body good. If not homemade, try the Prego Hearty Meat variety in Parmesan Meatball. Very tasty indeed. Aries You've been itching to get out and see the world - and now is the time to do it. Whether it's to visit family or to venture somewhere new, it's in your best interest to pack your bags and go. No great planning is needed, but I would suggest taking the train if it isn't too terribly expensive. You're in no hurry, so why not actually see the country while you travel it? My advice though: if plane traveling is necessary, avoid doing it on the 29th. If it's absolutely necessary to travel on the 29th, be cautious but don't worry - things happen for a reason. : ) Cancer Leo So, of course we're all struggling to get things done around this time - right before the holidays, Virgo I see a lot of pizza, candy, and beer surrounding your sign. You've been indulging in a nutritionally unhealthy lifestyle. Naughty naughty. This stuff is okay, but aren't you dying for something that doesn't require microwaves, cans, or vending machines? Doesn't spaghetti sound so amazingly wonderful right now? I think a plate of I see financial problems in the near future, Cancer. Just to be safe, don't go crazy with spending. Set aside a decent amount in savings, and go the "it's the thought that counts" route for any gifts you may be required to otherwise purchase. The receivers will praise your thoughtfulness, and you will save lots-o-money. Gemini Gemini, you will trip over yoi shoelaces today. I apologize i advance for your misfortune. 11-14-03 Traffic Violation. Wood Rd/CTH E. 6:30 am. A citation was issued to a driver for failure to stop/Improper stop at a stop sign. 11-13-03 Traffic Violation. Inner Loop Rd/CTH G. 5:57 pm A citation was issued to a driver for failure to stop/Improper stop at a stop sign. 11-18-03 Theft. Union. 8:00am. An employee reported money missing from a safe on 3 occasions without authorization. 11-18-03 Medical Assist. SAC. 8:07 pm. Officers were dispatched to the SAC for a possible back injury. Subject was transported to hospital. 11-19-03 Traffic Violation. HWY A/HWY 31. 5:55 am. A citation was issued to a driver for a mandatory seatbelt violation. 11-19-03 Disorderly Conduct. Ranger Hall. 9:23 pm Officers responded to a conflict in Ranger Hall. Verbal warnings were issued and a report was forwarded to housing for review. 11-20-03 Vandalism. Outer Loop Rd. 3:30 am. A student reported items missing from her door m Ranger Hall. 11-20-03 Theft State Property. MOLN. 3:27 pm. A tripod was reported missing without consent. 11-20-03 Personal Property Theft. SAC. 5:11 pm. A student reported her Ranger Card missing from the bleachers at SAC without consent. 11-20-03 Agency Assist. Union Parking Lot. 5:44 pm. ^ri„„ Officers assisted Sheriff's Dept. with 2 vehicles reportedly driving recklessly. 11-20-03 Medical Assist. Core Building. 10:43 pm. Officers responded to a report of a hand stuck m a vending machine. Rescue was called. 11-i.l-UJ JUApiUUUJ^HWHf^^ am. A student reported furniture placed in front or her door. 11-21-03 Traffic Violation. CTH E/CTH JR. 1:39 pm. A citation was issued to a driver for traveling 67mph in a 45mph zone. 11-23-03 Agency Assist. Sheridan Rd/CTH A. 2:39 am. Officers responded to a request to assist the Sheriff's Dept. with a personal injury/multiple car/hit and run. 11-23-03 Agency Assist. 4:02 am. Kenosha Sheriff's Dept. requested assistance with a subject that entered a house without consent. 11-23-03 Traffic Violation. Wood Rd/Outer Loop Rd. 8:39 pm. A citation was issued to a driver for failure to stop/improper stop at a stop sign. 11-25-03 Medical Assist. Ranger Hall. 9:51 am. Officers responded to a call that a student was having a seizure. Medical personnel transported student to hospital. 11-26-03 Traffic Violation. CTH E/CTH JR. 3:44 am A citation was issued to a driver for traveling 60mph m a 45mpn zone. 11-26-03 Traffic Violation. HWY E. 4:22 am. t. _ , . .. , A citation was issued to a driver for traveling 64mph in a 45mpn zone. 11 -26-03 Traffic Violation. Wood Rd/Outer Loop Rd. 5:43 am. A citation was issued to a driver for traveling 50mph m a 35mpn zone. 11-26-03 Traffic Violation. HWY A/HWY 31. 6:06 am. A citation was issued to a driver for traveling 59mph in a 35mpn zone. 11-27-03 Harassment. University Apts. 3:24 am. A student reported harassing telephone calls. 11-27-03 Traffic Violation. STH 31/CTH JR. 6:18 arm A citation was issued to a driver for traveling 73mph in a 55mpn zone. 11-27-03 Agency Assist. Petrifying Springs Park/CTH A. 6:5 lam. Kenosha Sheriff's Dept. reported a traffic accident. Officers stood by until rescue arrived. 11-29-03 Agency Assist. CTH E/CTH JR. 10:13 am. Officers responded to a Kenosha Sheriff's Dept. call of personal injury. A medical unit was called. 11-30-03 Traffic Accident. CART Lot 9:18 am. A student reported damage to his vehicle while parked in the parking lot. 11-30-03 Traffic Violation. Wood Rd. 10:33 pm. , A citation was issued to a driver for traveling 57mph m a 35mph zone. Proudly Tuaaays from 8:00 - 9:00P. 'OS ON 101.7FM W.I.P20R LISTEN ON THE WEB AT wipzfisten^bM J"****m 1017m win ®®5#S-252j/ Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The Ranger News, Volume 34, issue 7, December 15, 2003 Description An account of the resource Student newspaper of the University of Wisconsin-Parkside, Kenosha, Wis. 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