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UWPAC124 Ranger News Text Any textual data included in the document >~ RN&enwgse r University of Wisconsin-Parkside's Student Newspaper News pg. 3-6 Feature Pg. 7 Sports Pg. 9-13 Entertainment Pg. 14-16 From the Donkey's Mouth Pg. 17 Classifieds Pg. 19 Police Beat Pg. 19 The State Pg. 20-24 October 23, 2004 Casino: Could Be A Gamble New London County reports these increases since the Mohegan Sun's arrival: 34% - Narcotic Arrests 30% - Calls for Police Service 22% - 911 Emergency Calls: 61 % - Arrests for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) 104% - Speeding Offenses 350 % - Prostitution Arrests BY KATIE DYLEWSKI At this point, it's safe to assume every one will be voting on November 2nd ~ correct? Okay, awesome. P. Diddy and Jennifer Aniston are proud of you. This will happen on the following day: One of the candidates will have won, a large portion of us will have lost a topic to drunkenly debate, and (yes it's true,) life will go on. Some of us will keep our bumper stickers — some of us will have to break out the Goo- Gone. I'm getting to the point here. Now, I'm probably the furthest thing from a political science major - but I'm going to conclude that the President for the next four years won't drastically change our everyday lives. So go ahead and direct your attention to something that will. The issue I'm going to explain needs to be recognized by the young voters, because it will affect them more than anyone. Kenosha's oh-so-lovely lawns have slowly filled with support for and against the issue that I've yet to hear any students speak about. Taking into account the perfectly-groomed yards now stabbed with cheapo signs, these homeowners must be awful passionate about this cause they're advertising. Which one, you ask? The proposed casino. The red "Yes Jobs, Yes Casino!" signs are everywhere, and 1 know you've all noticed the "It's all about GREED!" billboards. Knowing nothing of the issue at the time, 1 giggled when I saw it for the first time; imagining the whole casino idea had struck a moral chord with our church-going residents — the whole "gambling is wrong" / seven deadly sins thing. Anyway, 1 was wrong. I've since found that many opposed to the casino are in no way opposed to gambling; this issue runs far deeper and dirtier than any of that silliness. As October draws to a close, we're seeing Fahrenheit 9/11" discussion at UW-Parkside On Page Men's Soccer Team Win's 400th Game! On Page the Kenosha News and local TV & radio stations cover this topic on a near daily basis — but again, you'd have to be totally engulfed to understand what they're speaking about. I have turned into a nerd researching this thing ...so I'll put my nerdiness to good use and lay it out. The pro-casino argument: We'll get much-needed jobs, entertainment, and tourist dollars. Jobs and money - what could be better, right? Those opposed would have to be the anti-jobs/money/ fun committee. Well, it's not that simple ...though 1 w ish it was. The best way to put it? We'll be getting a giant McDonalds, one that would offer nearly 3.000 positions. The highpaying positions obviously filled by those in the tribe itself, we Kenoshans should be vers7 excited about fantastic careers in cashier & custodial fields. Tourist dollars? Let's be honest here: Continued on page 8 2 The Ranger News October 23, 2004 Letter From the Editor Greetings, and thanks yet again for reading the current issue of UW-Parkside's student newspaper. So far, it has been a pleasure trying to provide our local community with news, sports, and entertainment. I feel like we've come a long way since I first started working for The Ranger News, but the publication industry is always involves an uphill battle because you're always trying to improve and outdo your previous issues. People often point out mistakes they find to fne or give me suggestions on what could have been better, and 1 love it. i appreciate all the critiquing I can obtain and vow to use it to improve in anyway 1 can. But 1 also want our readers to know that we work on each issue right up until the deadline, finding whatever errors we can and fixing them. When the deadline comes, we have to be done, errors or not. To me, the newspaper is sort of an art. I once heard that a great painter would never be done with his painting, because there would always be something he would want to change, because the art was a constant work in progress. But just as a painter has to eventually put down his paintbrush and move onto the next campus, when our deadline comes we have to move to print and start thinking about the next issue. On a different note, I am truly excited about this current issue. When was the last time anyone has heard of a 28-page issue of The Ranger News? Well, with open arms we have welcomed the Satirical Writers Guild to provide a much needed humor section to the newspaper. In this issue and all following issues (hopefully), you will find The State, written, edited, and designed by the Satirical Writers Guild. They come up with great stuff so I hope you give it a read and let us know what you think. Have a great couple weeks, and you'll hear from me again when we know who the president will be for the next four years. Henry D. Gaskins Editor-in-Chief Want to work for The Ranger News? SoTou, YOU'RE HIRED! an application. We need writers in News, Sports, Entertainment, and Humor. We are also looking for hard working and creative graphic designers. Raider "vNews University of Wisconsin-Parkside's Student Newspaper ITie Fang" News has meetings every Monday at noon. All students and faculty of U W-Parkside are welcome. f'r* , ease teel t0 attend- Have ^ comments, concerns, questions, or story ideas? Please e-m ail us at VJL • uicrangcnKws_uwp@yahoo.com ASSOCIATED We are located at WyUie D-139C Phone: (262) 595-2287 Fax:(262)595-2295 RANGER STAFF Editor-in-Chief Henry D. Gaskins Assistant Editor Preston Brown Creative Director Emily Rasbornik Copy Editor Amanda Acnason News Editor Tal Goldwater Entertainment Editor Katie Dylewski Sports Editor Russell Ham's Graphic Design Manager Matt Gonya Business Manager Sonya Gonzalez Advertising Manager Avi Grewal Photographer Matt Cote Reporters/Writers Moily Meier Nicholas Michael Ravnikar Natalie Stollenwerk Amber Taylor Heather Todd Aaron Wensei Aaron Zabler Advisor Judith Logsdon 3 The Ranger News October 23, 2004 "Fahrenheit 9/11" Turns Up The Heat at UWP BY NATALIE STOLLENWERK On October 7, the Humanities Steering Committee sponsored a panel discussion titled "Michael Moore vs. George W. Bush: 'Fahrenheit 9/11' and the 2004 Election." The subject of the discussion was the film "Fahrenheit 9/11," the controversial documentary by filmmaker Michael Moore, which was released in theaters earlier this year and recently on video October 5. According to Dr. Mary Leonard, the purpose of the discussion was, "to have an open, but civilized discussion of the controversies that the film raises." The format of the discussion was for each member of the panel to discuss his or her area of insight and then the discussion was openeduptotheaudience to ask questions to the panel members or comment on their own perception of the film. Leonard acted as moderator of the discussion. The panel consisted of Professors Ed Schmitt, Jay McRoy and Anne Gurnack, as well as the president of the Parkside Studeni Government Association, Chris Semenas. Each member of the panel offered important insight as to different ways in which the film "Fahrenheit 9/1T" has affected our society. Professor Schmitt gave the audience some historical background on the media's influence on elections and politics in the past. Schmitt informed the audience that Moore's style of documentary filmmaking could be compared to the "muckraking tactics" of the American journalists, novelists, and critics of the past. Muckrakers attempted to expose the abuses of business and the corruption in politics by exposing the unfavorable actions of their subjects. Professor McRoy, a film scholar, offered his insight on "Fahrenheit 9/11" as a documentary. McRoy did not credit or discredit Moore's film one way or another but had this to say to the audience, "However 'real' a film may claim to be, it is still a distortion of reality ... the very act of pointing a camera or splicing scenes together obscures or hides as much as it reveals, so to say that a film is misleading, bias or not truthful, shows a misunderstanding of what film is in the first place, which is an optical illusion." McRoy emphasized that audiences should, "view everything with a critical perspective and view as many sides of an issue as possible." Professor Anne Gurnack, a political scientist, commented on how she felt the film may be influencing the election. "The snippets, the scenes, the reviews that went all over the world and throughout our country did have an impact, they forced people to look at this issue." Gumack's statistics showed that although this film may have influenced the polls upon its initial release, as we come closer to Election Day the polls show no more favor for Senator Kerry than they did before the release of this film. PSGA president, Chris Semenas commented on how he felt the film has influenced his generation. "We're not following Michael Moore because he's anti-Bush, we're following Michael Moore because he talks the truth to us. Moore's willing to tell us things we're not seeing in t he newspaper." On October 8, Moore appeared in Milwaukee on his 68-city tour that included the Milwaukee Theatre as its 17th stop. Moore commented gratefully on the roar of applause he received after walking out on the stage as, "The warmest welcome he'd received, yet, on this tour." In his speech, Moore talked in reference to one of the issues that Semenas brought up, the media. Moore had this to say about the media and its coverage of the War on Terror in Iraq, "The media collectively decided not to do their job. They should have been asking the questions that you and 1 don't get to ask, the job that you and I depend on them to do. They spent the months leading up to the war flying American flags all over the TV screen, not asking the hard questions, and not demanding the evidence for the weapons of mass destruction. They, in my opinion, are as responsible for the war as Bush." Another issue Moore discussed, which also came up in the panel discussion held at UW-Parkside the night before, was his depiction of the American soldiers in his film. A student in the audience of the UW-Parkside discussion raised the question of why Moore included scenes in his film that did not portray the American soldiers favorably. Moore addressed this point in his own speech by saying, "I'm the one that gave them [the American soldiers] their voice. The soldiers on the streets of Baghdad were allowed for the first time to tell their experiences of Iraq because they won't show them on the evening news." There was quite a high number of Bush supporters that turned out for the UW-Parkside discussion, charging Moore with unfairly representing President Bush in his film and accusing Moore of taking cheap shots at the President's state of emotional vulnerability. Moore had this to say about the Republicans' response to his film that has caused quite a lot of controversy, "The right wingers have made like seven documentaries in the last month attacking me. That's ok, it just shows their total level of fear and frustration that "Fahrenheit 9/11" has really put them through." In his closing, Moore had this to say about his film, "You should not have to pay S8 or $9 to go to the movie theater to learn information they [the government] should've given you for free." What you choose to do with the information Moore has revealed in "Fahrenheit 9/11" is up to you as a viewer. Whether you agree or disagree with Moore's viewpoint, the main point that Moore wants to get across is that we should all take an active role in our government and allow ourselves to question everything it poses to us, not stopping until we feel we have been told the whole truth. The most important thing we can do to accomplish that is get out and vote on November 2, and know that we tried to do our best as citizens of this countiy. STUDENT DAYS! 27lh 28th 2 Haunt Sp€cial ' - Wed7-ll ^ Th u 7-11 Frf 7-1 2 S a t 6 - [ 2 ZOMBIE ZONE, , 6 1 0 ion-? 3D FEAR FACTORY^' Oct 2 I-24 >tate Fail" Pari - Gate 4 f ha unlfei twi .torn f -• £. FTAUIJL www. ri3iintlf.uwi.tom Save $ 5.00 with Student ID Fear Phone; l-414-282-4 3 S6 4 The Ranger News October 23, 2004 New ASPEN Program Targets Advocacy, Education to Prevent Sexual Assault On UWP Campus BY NICHOLAS MICHAEL RAVNIKAR Officer Marlene Schlecht of the UW-Parkside campus police force can talk for hours about the problem of sexual assault. Her desk is cluttered with US Department of Justice reports, statistics, and advocacy and referral service pamphlets. Her enthusiasm sparkles, though, when she talks about the measures that are being taken against campus sexual assault under the new ASPEN (Advocates Supporting Parkside and Educating for Nonviolence) program. Campus reports from the Clery Act show that two sexual assaults were reported from January to December of 2003. That is a decrease from recent years, however most studies figure that only 10 percent of all campus sexual assault is ever reported. Schlecht confirmed this, saying, "Unfortunately, victims of sexual assault will tend to blame themselves, as if there's nothing YOUR AD COULD BE HERE. Advertise wrtti The Ranger News! Contact: Avi Grewal (Ad Manager) uwp_ ads@yahoo.com to report." Police Chief Michael Marzion added, "Many of the offenders may not even realize that they're committing sexual assault. The real project here isn't arresting rapists, it's educating to prevent this from happening. Most people - victims as well as perpetrators - don't realize what defines rape." The state of Wisconsin's Act 177 Section 940.225 defines sexual assault as sexual contact made without consent, the ability to consent, or is coerced by threat of violence or intoxicants. For instance, one assault that occurred last year consisted of a young man putting his hand down a woman's shirt. This qualifies as fourth degree sexual assault. He faces criminal as well as university prosecution. Since the two governments are independent of one another, it is not a case of double jeopardy. Overwhelmingly, women tend to be the victims of sexual assault and men the perpetrators. However, it's important to note that while one in three women are predicted to experience sexual assault at some point in their fives, one in six men are also victims. Nearly half of all female victims experience sexual assault while they are in college, and in 90 percent of these cases, the victim and the perpetrator know one another. Half of all reported offenses of college women occur in a date setting. "Acquaintance rape and date rape are our biggest concern," Schlecht said. "That's why it's so important to educate students and faculty. We all remember hearing 'stranger danger' as kids and thinking that we should be afraid of a shadowing figure jumping out at us in a dark alley. But that's just not true. We need to be aware of the people we know." Most instances of sexual assault on UW-Parkside's campus are directly related with the abuse of alcohol. "Victims of sexual assault might tend to think that it's their fault because they were drunk. That's not an excuse for a rapist, though. It's not the victim's fault, ever. It's the fault of whoever is violating and disrespecting someone's body," said Schfect. Marzion expressed his feelings about the issue poignantly, "In my opinion, there seems to be one group that is really empowered to stop this crime and that's men, because men are generally the perpetrators of this crime." Schlecht agreed, saying, "Some men think that a woman fighting back is somehow part of'the game.' It's not. It's part of rape." And unfortunately rape and other forms of sexual assault are not unthinkable possibilities on UW-Parkside's campus. "Part of the ASPEN program," Marzion said, "and probably the biggest part, is educating the community not only aboui what rape and sexual assault are, but what the long-term effects are on both the victim and the perpetrator." ASPEN is an expanded version of what used to be Surviving Sexual Assault, a program of the Parkside Violence Prevention Project, which is funded by a grant from the US Department of Justice. The focus of the ASPEN program is largely educational. Aside from public education activities, like tabling and hosting seminars, the program organizes sexual assault advocates. In previous years, SSA has organized and trained between 40 and 50 volunteer advocates. Consisting of students, faculty and staff", advocates act in a variety of capacities, from assisting victims with anonymously reporting the crime, to helping them through difficult investigation or court procedures, or helping victims communicate with their friends and family. Schlecht and Marzion both emphasized that the role of the advocate was "To empower the victim and help them become a survivor." Working in coalition with students, faculty, staff, and organizations - such as Peer Health Educators and The Women's Center - as well as offcampus support services, campus police are devoted to increasing community awareness about this issue, as well as about domestic abuse and stalking, the latter of which has been an increasingly common phenomenon. "A lot of what we've been getting lately are reports of Internet stalking, and it's usually after a break up," Schlecht said. "[Being an advocate] is a really rewarding experience," said Marzion. "It's unfortunate that so few men take any interest in it. Sometimes talking to a police officer or a person who seems like an authority figure can be ... difficult. It helps to have trained advocates that are just concerned citizens there. Being an advocate is really one of the best things that anyone could do. Especially men." Schlecht recommends that everybody come. "They can get a better understanding of the issue, and maybe they can help someone - a person they know, a friendora family member-who has been victimized become a survivor." She reinforced that the structure of ASPEN and advocate training is nonhierarchical. "Nobody is there to define power relationships. When we're in that room talking about these issues, it's not teachers, students and officers. All of those roles fade away. We're just people who are concerned about stopping sexual assault." Everyone in the UW-Parkside community is invited to attend the ASPEN training session, which will take place on November 6 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Interested students, faculty, and staff can register by calling the Health Center at campus extension 2366. The training is free and lunch will be provided. The Ranger News October 23, 2004 Teri Jacobson • • • • • Vote Tuesday, November 2nd Authorized and Paid for by Friends of Teri Jacobson, Joe Doksus, Treasurer Spend the New Year In Ghana BY AMBER TAYLOR Professor Lillian Trager, director of International Studies, and James Stills, professor of sociology at Gateway Technical College, will lead the fourth annual Study Tour to Ghana from December 28, to January 15,2005. This two and a half week trip includes visits to cultural, artistic, and historic sites throughout the country of West Africa. The study tour and class is open to all UW-Parkside students, Gateway Technical College students, and residents of the community. The $3300 includes airfare from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Accra, Ghana; local travel; accommodations and meals; in-country lectures and tours; health insurance and visa. All participants attending the trip are expected to attend an eightweek course. Students must register for three credits in the Winterim, International Studies 390 or Sociology/ Anthropology 390 at Parkside or for Independent Study at Gateway Technical College. Classes take place Wednesday evenings beginning October 27- December 8, from 7-8:45 p.m. This two and a half week trip begins in Accra, the capital of Ghana. Throughout the trip students will have lectures and demonstrations by Ghanaian professors, performers, and artists. Trip is limited to only 19 participants. For further information and permission to register, contact Lillian Trager, Tallent Hall 180. Kenosha County Treasurer Experienced Responsible Innovative Qualified People First... Not Politics Teri worked with taxpayers to reduce the number of delinquent properties on the tax roll. Teri has established new practices to better protect Kenosha County's finances. Teri has worked with other County departments to provide better access to public records. Teri has helped to reduce the cost of government by utilizing technology. The Tribal Judges Assocation Confrence on October 14 and 15 was here training for lCWA(lndian Child Weifare Act). The conferences were sponsored by the Wisconsin Supreme Court. The Ranger News October 23, 2004 Haunted Tunnels Offer Students a Frighteningly Good Time On Campus BY NATALIE STOLLENWERK This Halloween, UW-Parkside students will not have to venture far from campus to get a good scare. This year the Parkside Activities Board (PBA), the Residence Hall Association (RHA) and the Parkside Association of Wargamers (PAW), will be hosting a haunted house event called the Haunted Tunnels. The Haunted Tunnels will be making its frightening debut on October 27, and again October 28, in Molinaro Hall from 7-10 p.m. Students who dare to attend the hair-raising Haunted Tunnels will enter on the main floor of Molinaro Hall and then take the elevator down to the spine-chilling tunnels below where they will be lead through a horrifying maze that will let them out in the Den. Due to the "terror-iffic" turnout at last year's Haunted Hallways event, which took place in the Ranger Hall and was put on by the RHA, the special events coordinator of PAB, Kristy Radspinner, thought it would be great to get more organizations in on this Halloween festivity and make it even more enjoyable for this year's brave attendees. "1 mainly was attempting to find more co-sponsors for this event as PAB was interested in putting this event on with the collaboration of multiple groups to involve a variety of people and to be sure we would be putting on an excellent event." Preparing for such a "spooktacular" event takes a lot of time and hard work. Radspinner welcomes anyone who is interested in helping make the tunnels an even more frightening success to contact her. "We are all working very hard toward making this event the best it can be, and in doing so, can always use more help. We need volunteers to dress up and scare people in the tunnels, help set up within the tunnels and to provide creative ideas. Anyone is welcome to help out and if they contact me, 1 w ill be sure to get them in touch with the organization that is in need of assistance." The Haunted Tunnels event is free to attend but Radspinner said that a donation of canned goods at the door would truly be appreciated by all of the participating organizations. For more information about the tunnels or even if you are just interested in joining the Parkside Activities Board (PAB), please feel free to contact Kristy Radspinner via her email address at, radsp000@,uwp.edu. Foreign Film Night The Magdalene Sisters October 27 • 9 p.m. Mullans riveting sophomore feature travels four decades hack in time. It's an era when girls who stray are condemned to involuntary servitude at commercial laundries run by merciless Sisters of Mercy. The idea behind these Magdalene Asylums is that poor living conditions, inadequate food and hard work, seven long days a week, equals atonement for sins. The young women feel caught between Catholic guilt and the suspicion they've done nothing to deserve such inhumane treatment. Student Foreign Film Series Sponsored by die Student Center & Foreign Film Series Union Cinema Free Admission Concessions will be open! Dude, Where's My Professor? BY TAL GOLDWATER and MOLLY MEIER On October 11, students who were supposed to be starting what is called a weekend college course got a big surprise. The professor listed on the course syllabus was Professor Wang; however, after a five minute speech lie walked out of class. Students were left waiting in the classroom, while another professor was supposed to show up and teach the class. Wang, who is a tenured professor at UW-Parkside, has been here since 1994 and is said to have had good reason to left the class. He is quoted as saying, "I feel the department chair unfairly assigned me to teach Introduction to Sociology as a weekend course." He also said the specific reasons for not teaching the class were that "the department is only required to teach three courses for the weekend college the entire year and I am already teaching one." Wang said, "In 1997 the executive committee decided that it is a departmental responsibility after 1 p ointed out as well as other faculty members that there are structural problems assigning one individual member to teach weekend college without compensation." Upon further discussion with Wang he said, "Sociology 101 isn't even a weekend course. Weekend courses are designed for upper level courses, not introductory courses which every professor is eligible to teach." What does the sociology department think about Wang's actions? The department says that the issue is still under litigation, and they could not provide any further information. As for the Sociology 101, Associate Lecturer, Professor RogerOhr will teach it so the students will not be affected by what happened Monday night. This case is one of the first cases that a professor walked out of class in UW-Parkside history. As for Wang, he has not heard anything from the department about the incident. Pick up a brochure at the Information Center, International Studies, Residence Life or Student Activities 7 The Ranger News October 23, 2004 Debates Make Good Television, Limited Discourse BY: NICHOLAS MICHAEL RAVNIKAR Where's reality TV when you really need it? October 13 marked the close of the "official" presidential debates between challenger John Kerry and incumbent George Bush at Arizona State University. During the previous two weeks, the US media has pummeled citizens with access to major news sources with sound-bites and "post-game analysis." One almost expected John Madden to give a play by play, complete with a tangle of action lines, arrows and other geometric representations, amid the meticulous and rigorous rules of engagement agreed upon by the respective Bush and Kerry campaign companies in their "Memorandum of Understanding." Prior to the debates themselves. Commission on Presidential Debates co-chairman Frank Fahrenkoph thanked sponsors American Airlines, Continental Airlines and Anheuser- Bush. The Commission is privately, not federally, subsidized. Moderator Bob Schiefer sat with his back to the audience, noting beforehand that, "people are having debate parties like they were Super Bowl parties." Kerry and Bush stood behind podiums placed stage right and stage left, respectively, beneath a huge eagle that carried in its beak a banner reading, "Ike Union and The Constitution Forever." Both wore red ties. The plot of their final debate, intended to focus on domestic affairs, seemed to follow that of a Wimbledon Cup finals match. Bush accused Kerry of having an "inconsistent" Senate record on just about every policy issue that was brought up, using "bait and switch" campaign promises, and being unfit to defend the United States against a ubiquitous "terrorist menace." Kerry accused Bush of "lying to the American people," missing the opportunity to catch Osama bin Laden, and isolating the US from it's global neighbors. Kerry waved off the accusations of inconsistency as instances of crossing the party lines, while Bush maintained that national defense requires "firm resolve." Both candidates claim to be very faithful men, and congratulated each other's wives and parenting abilities. They also "think every human life is precious," and vow to" kill the terrorists." There are some inconsistencies, to say the least. In other news, the alternative parties debate received virtually zero media coverage in southeast Wisconsin, aside from one hour of broadcast on C-SPAN. Held at Cornell University on October 10, Constitution, Green, Socialist and Libertarian Party presidential candidates were seated on the stage as they fielded questions from Cornell students. It seems that Ralph Nader can't get an invite anywhere. While Bush and Kerry both took their respective Republican and Democrat perspectives on the social spending topics of job development, minimum wage, health care, social security and education, neither of them touched on an issue that was prominent in the alternative parties debate - that of the election system itself. Alternative parties are pointing to archaic ballot systems as one possible cause of both low-voter turnout, and a strictly bimodal distribution of Republican and Democrat support on the presidential ticket. One proposed remedy for the "wasted-vote" syndrome many self-identified moderates encounter in choosing what many consider to be lesser of two evils was a commitment to the concept of republican democracy. This would entail informing oneself of all candidates, their parties and platforms, as well as each candidate's particular stance on policy issue; citizens would then vote for the candidate who best represents them. Under current practices, the Alternative Party candidates say citizens are either voting against the party or candidate they oppose, or they are not voting at all. On a more revolutionary note, candidates also suggested that state elections commissions consider altemativeballotsystems, such as Instant Runoff Voting. Under the IRV system, voters designate their first, second and third preferences for candidates. While this system might increase vote distribution more equitably among a wider selection of party-supported and independent candidates, it doesn't seem as if it would do much for increasing voter turnout substantially. Meredith McGhee, executive director of the Alliance for Better Campaigns, seemed to agree. "We need a more robust and more competitive election system," she said. "The federal election committee seems like it's designed to do nothing." Readers can find the all three Bush- Kerry debates, as well as the Cheney- Edwards and alternative parties debates archived at www.c-span.org. Additional information and analysis can be found at The Institute for Public Integrity's well as www.factcheck.org. m a Chiropractic. 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Studies show that households earning less than 25 K per year are the biggest gamblers; i.e., ones that basically can't afford to lose it in the first place. Because the casino pays zero (yes, ZERO) in taxes, the money is zapped from the cycle — leaving all areas of small business suffering in a domino effect. The holes are many, and they're everywhere. On top of this, the future casino is being modeled after a casino operation in New London, Connecticut called the Mohegan Sun. The Menominee tribe has already received $3.1 million from the Mohegan tribe, in efforts to get the ball rolling in Kenosha and the Mohegans are expected to take over when finally established. Not good, and you'll see why. In a "learn from their mistakes"-type deal, two Kenosha County Supervisors were directed to visit and report their findings on the effect the Mohegan Sun has had on it's host and surrounding communities. They found some frightening statistics, ones we will most definitely see as well. New London County reports these increases since the Mohegan Sun's arrival: 34% - Narcotic Arrests 30% - Calls for Police Service 22% -911 Emergency Calls: 61% - Arrests for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) 104% - Speeding Offenses 350 % - Prostitution Arrests The report quotes Sgt. Powers, a Resident State Trooper from Connecticut, citing increases in vehicular traffic, money laundering, embezzlement, forgeries, drug traffic, and financially related suicides. For Kenosha's Chief of Police, Dan Wade, actually looking into the issue of crime and the statistics proved too difficultatask. He and Kenosha District Attorney Bob Jambois. probably should've done their homework, considering their eager endorsement of the casino project in a recent media address. And what's scarier are those with influential rank who simply ignore the obvious costs for their own benefit; could be those darn dollar signs blinding them. Fun fact time: Did you know the D.A.'s wife, Beverly Jambois, just happens to be in charge of the "Yes Jobs, Yes Casino" campaign? Maybe wifey's paycheck is the reason for his "thumbs up." Sketchy, sketchy. I feel a Bob Dylan quote coming on... "Money doesn't talk, it swears," and we all have a price if I'm not mistaken. Casinos, like money, breed corruption — it's common knowledge. Our community leaders might like the fact that these Indian tribes are legally allowed to contribute to political campaigns. Back in 2002, Jim Doyle received a whopping $725,000 to use in his campaign for governor. Doyle announced generous deals with Indian casinos shortly after elected, even though his entire political career showed opposition togamblingexpansion. Give me $725,000 and I'd probably begin to see things your way, too. This worries Milwaukee County's District Attorney, Michael McCann, who originally came to Wisconsin for it's reputable and clean government. "The sum of money that went into the governor's race should have been a wake-up call," states McCann, "they can do the same thing on a local level." The dirty deals are plenty with this thing, and the social costs of a casino are incredibly high. Kenosha residents, clearly playing underdog to the milliondollar Mohegans, are funding the "Vote No" campaign. F ve based my reasoning on loads of research and fact, and it's all flashing "SHADY DEAL". My advice for the next week? An uneducated vote is far worse than no vote at all, so give the Bush/Kerry/Nader talk a rest, and take five minutes to learn about what's going on in your own backyard. Student Debate Tuesday, October 26 Noon, Upper Main Place Sponsored by The Ranger News and 101.7 FM WIPZ 9 The Ranger News October 23, 2004 Rugby Team Making Progress Despite Pair of Losses... BY: RUSSELL HARRIS Sports Editor On October 2, the UW-Parkside Rugby Team played at UW-Eau Claire and lost 52-39. "It was a fantastic match until the final eight minute's," said Assistant Coach Todd Streeter. UW-Parkside had a lead for 68 minutes. John Hubbard scored two tries for UW-Parkside, one off of a stolen kickoff. "He came close to scoring on another attempt, too," said Streeter. UW-Parkside's Kevin Schanke, the outside center, also scored on his first attempt ever. On October 9, the team played an experienced Wisconsin Men's Rugby Club team and came up short, 53-27. "We out worked them in many aspects of the game, but we had key turnovers when we were close to scoring and we missed too many tackles," said Streeter. Veteran forwards John Hubbard, Andy Stein, and Matt Hasenbush all played very well. "Freshman Tony Kardelis scored his first collegiate try, and the back-line, while young, played a spirited match. Newcomer, Ken Knapp, playing in his first rugby match ever, showed a great grasp of the game as he had many successful kicks and chases," said Streeter. Lukas Bower also had another great game at scrumhaif and scored twice! The Ranger's aren't holding their heads down now either. "With over half of the team rookies or freshman, match play, especially against men's club teams is crucial and what some of our guys lack in experience they have more than made up for in tenacity, heart, and fearlessness," said Streeter. The Ranger's play at the Milwaukee Harlequins on October 16. Keep up the good work guys! Coach Fabiano Guiding Women's Soccer Team in Right Direction Lady Rangers set to defend Great Lakes Valley Conference Title and gain NCAA bid BY RUSSELL HARRIS Sports Editor UW-Parkside Women's Soccer Head Coach, Troy Fabiano, was the Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC) coach of the year in 2003 after the team won its first ever GLVC title and obtained its first NCAA tournament bid, both of which were firsts in UW-Parkside's history in the women's soccer program. The Rangers are currently ranked number two in their region and 15th in the nation. Fabiano, in his seventh season as head coach, inherited a squad that had a 5-11 record and over the past three seasons has an impressive record of 48-8-8 and enjoyed a .805 winning percentage. "Our girls need to be recognized from where they've come from, it says a lot for the players we've brought in, our administration, our athletic department, and our coaching staff," said Fabiano. He is a native Kenosha son and attended Bradford High School where he earned a scholarship to play soccer and went on to earn his degree at Robert Morris College, which is a Division I school. Fabiano might have gotten his passion for soccer from his father, who had a successful career coaching soccer for 20 vears at Kenosha Bradford and Kenosha Tremper High Schools. His only losing season as the head coach of UW-Parkside was his first year, but ever since Fabiano headed up his recruiting he has led the Lady Rangers to five straight winning seasons and has attracted national attention. After just one season, Fabiano took over the reigns and led the team to the Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC) Final Four in 2000 and on to the league championship game in 2001 (17-2 record) prior to winning the GLVC in 2003. So when asked if there is now more pressure on the team or less, Fabiano said, "The pressure has intensified since our success. Teams are gunning for us.' Coach Fabiano said that this year s focus is on the defensive side of the ball. Fabiano says that senior goalkeeper, Abbigale Wild, senior /fefen<fer. Steohanie Strauss, and MEN'S SOCCER TEAM WINS 400th GAME IN PROGRAM HISTORY! On Friday, October 14, the UWParkside Men's Soccer Team won its 400lh game in the program's history by beating the Kentucky Wesley an Panthers, 10-0, in a Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC) contest at Wood Road Field. The Rangers did so quite handily and nine different players scored goals to lead a balanced scoring attack. Sophomore midfielder, Bill Haga, scored twice for the Rangers who are now 11-2-1 overall and 6-1-1 in the GLVC. The Rangers led 3-0 at the half. The Rangers had 17 shots on goal while the Panthers had just two. Freshman goalkeeper, Victor Perez, and sophomore goalkeeper, Mickey joy, who is coming back from an injury that he suffered on the second day of practice this season, both saw time defending the net and combined efforts for the shutout. senior midfielder, Linsey Griffitts, are keys to helping UW-Parkside defensively. "We need them and our other returning players to show the 13 freshman what this program is all about, which is that we're competing for a conference championship. We need our experienced players to teach our younger players," said Fabiano. As for the freshman stepping up this season, Fabiano said, "Some of them have. Out of 27 goals that we've scored, 20 of them have been by freshman." Freshman midfielder, Tamara Buntrock, and freshman forward, Laura Eide, have contributed in a big way this season. "Playing at the Story continued on page 10 10 The Ranger News October 23,2004 www.fordvehicles.com/collegegrad Here's the deal: one price, no haggling, cash in your pocket for more important things! This "student discount" offers substantial savings on new Foto Motor Company vehicles based on set prices established by Ford's Employee Purchase P lan. There's no catch - it's a unique offer, exclusive to select schools like yours. Save even more when you apply the current national in centives available on the vehicle you select. The best part? You get what you expect. The style and features you want No-hassle dealer experience. A payment that's easy on your wallet and lifestyle. get there! Po i (it. Click. Save Story continued from page 9 collegiate level connects the players to the same goals and they must adjust to the team concept. This is a team effort and it is about doing the little things," said Fabiano. Among the players who contribute to this on a regular basis is Stephanie Strauss, a senior sweeper. "She definitely covers a lot of ground out there," said Fabiano. As for senior goalkeeper, Abbigale Wild, she is having yet another terrific season. "Our freshman are scoring goals and our upperclassmen are not giving any goals up," stated Fabiano. When asked if the competition is playing up to the same level as last season, Fabiano said, "There are no easy games in this conference." The Ranger News wanted to know what Fabiano's team was like during their practices. The coach grinned and said, "They are somewhat consistent and sometimes not. They're like a chameleon. We are trying to figure out our chemistry as we go." When asked what he would like to see his student-athletes to get out of their experience here at UW-Parkside, Fabiano said firmly, "I want them to succeed in the classroom and on the field." For the past 5-6 years, the women's soccer teams have had an impressive GPA of 3.0. As for Samantha Sosnay, a former soccer player at UW-Parkside and one of the team's two assistant coaches, Fabiano had this to say, "Sam relates to the girls well and works with them a lot. She does a lot of paper work on and off of the field, too." Vlatko Minic, a veteran assistant coach on the team, focuses on coaching defense. "He is easy to relate to and he helps to close bridges between players," said Fabiano. Fabiano said that it is nice to have trustworthy assistants. The Ranger News wishes the team the best of luck for the remainder of this season, which looks like GLVC Tournament play and possibly a bid into the NCAA Tournament. There is still a chance that the Lady Rangers will be hosting the GLVC Tournament and a portion or the entire NCAA Tournament here at Wood Road Field. Stay tuned for more! Discover What the Sports Activities Center Has to Offer BY HEATHER TODD Do you know what the big building is on the south side of campus? Heard it's a gymnasium, but never visited? Well, that enormous structure is the Sports and Activities Center, but is better known as the SAC. A majority of students around campus seem to be unaware of all that the SAC has to offer. For those students involved in organized sports and events, the SAC is home away from home. For those of you who are not aware of what else the SAC has to offer students, here are some of the things that you have been missing. Racquetball, volleyball, basketball and badminton courts can be used by simply reserving them. There are two racquetball courts and there is no cost for rackets. The balls cost $1 and can be purchased at the information desk, which is loc ated on the south side of the SAC. Volleyball and badminton courts can set up in advance to save time, and the nets double as tennis nets. Several different basketball courts are available in the fieldhouse. To reserve a court for any of these sports, students simply need to stop by or call for a reservation. Feel free to shoot baskets anytime that there is not a class in session. Basketballs can be checked out, or students can bring their own. Many people like to walk around the courts for exercise, too. There is also Ping-Pong. There is a public weight room located on the south end of the building next to the visitor's entrance. It contains all thebasics for an indoor cardiovascular workout and the essentials for weight training. A larger weight room with a greater variety of equipment is located on the second floor; however, it requires the user to enroll in certain classes or sign up for a membership by paying a small fee. The pool is another great way to exercise. Students can enroll in swimming classes or just take a swim. Fall intramural activities begin in the third week of October. These include volleyball, racquetball, basketball, ping-pong, as well as many others. All skill levels are welcomed. There is also a wide variety of spoiling events being held on campus, including men's and women's soccer, women's volleyball, men's cross-country/ track and field, women's cross country, men's and women's basketball, rugby and golf. Each season hosts new players to come out and cheer for. There is some pretty intense competition. For convenience, students and visitors can enter the SAC through the north or south entrance. The north side is within walking distance of the Communication Arts Building and Main Place. In the evenings, the south side entrance is the primary entrance. A Ranger Card ensures free admission. Students gain free admission into any UW-Parkside sporting event by showing their Ranger Card, too. With all of these amenities and more available just a tew hundred feet away, UW-Parkside is providing a great way to get out. So get some of your friends together and go see what the SAC has to offer. Take a break from your studies and start moving before the cold months set in. You can reserve racquetball courts at 595-2159 and to check the pool hours, which change weekly, call 595-2780. 11 The Ranger News October 23, 2004 Klips' Desire to Win is Contagious BY RUSSELL HARRIS Sports Editor Rick Kilps, head coach of the UWParkside Men's Soccer Team, detests losing. Coming into this season, Kilps has a lifetime record of 285-97-24. He ranks fourth all-time in NCAA Division II in wins. He has coached 19 nationally ranked UW-Parkside teams that have made 20 post-season appearances. His teams have never had a losing season. Currently, the men's soccer team is ranked second regionally and is 16th nationally. On October 8, the team won its 400th victory in program history! Kilps began his collegiate coaching career at Aurora College and remained there for five seasons before coming back to UW-Parkside. He was a Ranger soccer player from 1971-1974 and an assistant coach in 1975. He earned his undergraduate degree from UW-Parkside and a master's degree of education from Bowling Green University. Kilps served as an assistant coach and assistant trainer while at Bowling Green University. Coach Kilps is a certified athletic trainer and was the head trainer at UW-Parkside for 15 years, but left that position about five years ago. Kilps has taught a variety of classes in his years at UWParkside, and is currently t e a c h i n g two courses; orientation to coaching and cross training. In the classroom, a r ema r k a b l e 98 percent of Kilps players have earned a degree. In 13 of the last 14 semesters, his teams have a collective GPA of 3.0. Coach Kilps, an associate professor of education, said that he has many players that have gone on to successful careers, including: mi orthopedic surgeon, attorney, physician, professor of medical biophysics, a "He's the same person I knew when I first met him. He knew how to teach, he knew how to relate to young people and he did it all with a passion, with ethics, and he always had his priorities straight. He's got the whole package." Bob Gansler, Head Coach, Kansas City Wizards & Coach Kilps' Mentor bakery owner, a President/CEO, a police officer, a vice president of commercial banking, a prosthetist/ orthotist, admissions counselor, and more than one coach. Kilp's said, "I think we're taking larger steps. We're going in the right direction." He said winning the games that are decided by one goal is very important. The Ranger's record is 5-1 in those games this season. As for team goals are concerned, Kilps said," 1t hink number one is to be the best that we can be. We vvant to win the conference and advance to the NCAA Tournament and advance as far as we can. I th ink that's always your goal-- to be the best that you can be." On the second day of practice this year, the Rangers suffered what seemed to be a big setback, as sophomore goalkeeper, Mickey Joy, was injured. That was the unknown element for the Rangers coming into this season. Kilps had no other options, which meant that freshman, Victor Perez, would start and he has been outstanding. He was the GLVC Player of the Week earlier this season. "The piece fit perfectly. Victor has performed admirably and he will be the first one to tell you that our defenders work very hard to keep the opponents away from our goal." The best way to describe the team's overall attitude is that they want to win. "It's a hard working bunch of kids and they get along well," said Kilps. "Our goal is to have a complete game, meaning that we will work on both sides of the ball. We play well on both sides," exclaimed Kilps. The Ranger's rookies are a talented group and are contributing well to the team. The experienced players are determined to win. They work very hard. Kilps said, "There is something special to leave college on a team that is successful. Our seniors feel good about the direction that we're going in. They have given us leadership. The juniors are coming together; but they have been tossed into the fire. They are finding themselves and are developing well because they realize that they'll be seniors soon. Reality hits and these kids realize that they have to take the next step." He said that the team is constantly Working to get on the same page, but that it is difficult and that it's hard to be perfect. "We'll continue to work in that direction. I don't ^P5, heac* think you're really ever there. Everyday we'll get closer and closer. If we're there now, it's too early," Kilps continued. The Rangers have a chance to be in the position to host a portion of or the entire NCAA Tournament if they finish number one in the region at Wood Road Field this season as well. They accomplished this three or four years ago. Kilps wants to see his players get a degree, become good citizens, and good employees first and foremost. "1 would like to see each of the players give something back in some way to the game of soccer. 1 want them to look back on good memories and at all of the good teams they've played against. I want them to have enjoyed it and hopefully even have a good memory of me," continued Kilps. He also said that being on the team is 1 ike having a second family. The large group of alumni that comes to games on a regular basis characterizes this. These individuals still care about what is happening in the men's soccer program. There is a friendship commodity that speaks loudly surrounding this program. Kilps said that Assistant Head Coach, Jason Zitzke, Goalkeeper Specialist, Dan Tredo, and current UW-Parkside graduate student, Ame Berez, a native of Hamburg, Germany, help him coach of Parkside's Men's Soccer Team tremendously in preparingthe team. "It's good to have younger, fresher coaches. They're closer to the player's age. They help in understanding the player's needs better. They help in of fering a different perspective to the'players. My jokes are old and it is good for the players to hear some new ones! A head coach has to delegate and let the assistants do their thing. I can't hold them back. The team needs to hear ideas through different vehicles. That is what a head coach is supposed to do - surround himself with good quality people. I g ive them a lot of responsibility. However, I do feel the responsibility of being the one in charge," said Kilps. If there were one thing that Kilps could change about his life, what would it be? "1 think I've wondered if I put a s much physical time, effort, thought, energy, and concern into something that would have benefited me personally in another job, that I co uld have been a wealthier person. However, I don't know if I'd be happier or enjoy it," said the coach. As for his biggest accomplishment as a coach, Kilps said, "Looking at the fist of players who graduated and seeing their success and how each became a respectable person is my biggest accomplishment. It's not about winning any one game, it's the big picture." 12 The Ranger News October 23, 2004 Sports Shots to get cloudy, dark, and rainy. The bad weather intensified as the game went on, but it was not enough to dampen the spirits of this team! Editors Note: GLVC stands for Great Lakes Valley Conference, which is the conference, which the men and women's soccer and the women's volleyball team play in. Including UW-Parkside, there are 11 teams in the GLVC. Any team records given in Sports Shots are those that were current at the time, as The Ranger News prints on a bi-weekly basis. We do our best to update them as frequently as possible. Gorski Selected as Player of the Week in GLVC Women's Soccer Junior defender, Lisa Gorski, was named as the GLVC Player of the Week recently. Gorski helped the Lady Rangers defense in not giving up a goal in two shutout victories. She also scored a game-winning goal against the Lewis Flyers on £ penalty kick and scored two more scores in that game. Congratulations, Lisa! 15th Ranked Women's Soccer Team Tops SIU- Ed wardsville in Downpour On October I. the Lady Rangers defeated GLVC opponent, SIUEdwardsville, by the final score of, 2- 0. UW-Parkside controlled the tempo of this match in the first half, and at the 40:10 mark freshman midfielder, Tamara Buntrock, got the scoring going with a shot to the back of the net to make it 1-0. Later in the first half, freshman midfielder, Charissa Weiher, added a goal to make it 2-0. That is all the team needed to secure the victory. UW-Parkside had four shots on goal, while the Cougars had none. Senior goalkeeper, Abbigale Wild, earned the shutout, which included a wonderful save with just 12:52 left. After the second half started, it began Men's Golf Takes Fourth in Invitational UW-Parkside finished fourth in the 12 team Bay Valley Intercollegiate Invitational at Saginaw, Mich., with a score of609. The team was just 8 points behind champion Ferris State. Corey Sell led UW-Parkside. He tied for fifth place with a 149. Matt Gilliand finished at 151 and Nathan Young at 154. Women's Cross Country "B" Team Earns Win at West All is Led by Christine Tagliaferri's fourth place finish, the UW-Parkside Women's "B" Cross Country Team took first place at the eight-team Wisconsin Lutheran Warrior Invitational. Tagliaferri ran the 5,060 meters in 21:31. Other UWParkside finishers include Mel Bublitz at 21:45, Jasmine Brooks with a time of 22:09 (llthplace), and LaToya Henry with a mark of 22:35 (13thplace). Tommerup Assists Men's Soccer Team in GLVC Win against Rivermen Junior defender, Ben Tommerup, helped lead the Rangers to a narrow 2- 1 win at GLVC opponent Missouri-St. Louis. Early into the match, Tommerup was credited with an assist on Alen Osmanovic'sgoal.Osmanovicisajunior forward. Later, Tommerup dribbled the ball down field beating three defenders and his attempt hit the post setting up Joe Hnath's goal, which was the game winner. UW-Parkside held the lead over the final eight minutes to improve their record in GLVC play to 4-1-1 and their overall record to 9-2-1. Ask Dave The Ranger News had another opportunity to sit down with UWParkside fs Athletic Director, Dave Williams, to ask him some questions regarding upcoming athletic events and issues in the world of collegiate athletics here on campus. Here's what Dave had to say: Q: Why are the hours of the SAC what they are? A: liWe tried to meet student demand. Student demand so far since this building has been open is that it should be open until 10 p.m. This is what they asked for a year ago. We used to be open until 9 p.m. ihe SUFAC Committee, a couple of years ago, thought that there was a need to have the building open until 10 p.m. and that is why we're open until 10 p.m. at this time. If we don't have planned activities in here until then, the place starts to clear out right about 10 p.m. So we don't think staying open past 10 p.m. is very smart. Ihe other side, in the mornings, we're not convinced that there are many students who want us to open earlier than 7 a.m. If there are a bunch of students who want to workout at 6 a.m. so they can get to that first class by 8 a.m., I'd like to know about it so we can meet that demand. There are a number of faculty that might like this, but the faculty has to pay extra for this building, Ihere would have to be a good number of faculty members that would want the building open at 6 am. in order for us to do it. It costs us about $35 an hour to open up one hour earlier". You can e-mail Dave Williams at david. williams@uwp.cdu if you carc to voice your opinion on this matter. Q: Since the Men and Women's Soccer Teams are having such great seasons, do they have the potential to make the GLVC Tournament or NCAA Tournament this season? A: 'The first step of post-season play is the Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC) Tournament, so ailer the regular season is played, the lop six teams in the league qualify for the GLVC Tournament. Then the teams play to a championship and the number one and two seeds get byes (first week oft). Then number three seed plays the number six seed, four plays five and they bring ail the other four teams to one site. We actually have a chance of hosting that tournament on the women's side as they take the number one seed, which is where ihe women are close to (tied for first) and therefore they will get to host the GLVC Tournament here on campus. Also, the men's soccer team (in second place) has an outside chance at hosting the men's GLVC Tournament. After that, the second step of the post-season is the NCAA Tournament. With the NCAA Tournament, Division IT is based on regional play and there are eight different regions in both men and women's soccer. In the women's side, they actually lake the best 32 teams in the country, which works out to be four teams in each region, but in the men's division, they only take 24 teams. So they take less men s teams than women's teams. They take three teams from the men's rankings and four teams from each region in ihe women's. There are 28 teams in the region and right now, the men are ranked number two, and the women are ranked number two as well. We play the regular season out and then the conference tournament. From there, they re-rank the teams based on a system that the NCAA uses and they lake the top three teams from the men and the top four teams from the women's. Those teams are then sent to the NCAA Division II Tournament, which is equivalent of ihe Final Four in the NCAA Basketball Tournament that you see on TV, only it's soccer. Whatever team is ranked first in the region has a shot at hosting the NCAA Tournament or a portion of it. It happened about three to four years ago in men's soccer. This is a unique and exciting position for us to be in." 13 The Ranger News October 23, 2004 UWP Sports Standings GLVC Women's Soccer Standings GLVC Men's Soccer Standings ms or wcroDer i d. As of October 12 GLVC GLVC Win Loss Tie Pet. 1 Win Loss Tie Pet. H. Kentucky 7 1 0 0.875 SlU-Edwardsvilie 6 0 1 0.885 UW-Parkside 6 1 0 0.857 UW-Parkside 5 1 1 0.786 SlU-Edwardsvilie 6 1 0 0.857 Lewis 4 1 2 0.714 Saint Joseph's 4 3 1 0.563 N. Kentucky 5 31 2 1. 1 ' 0.688 Missouri-St. Louis 3 3 1 0.500 Quincy 5 2 1 0.688 Indianapolis 3 3 1 0.500 Indianapolis 3 3 / 1 ' 0.500 Bellarmine 3 4 0 0.429 Missouri-St. Louis 2 4 1 0.357 S. Indiana 3 4 0 0.429 Bellarmine 2 • 4 1 0.357 Qulncy fi;11ll 5 2 0.250 Saint Joseph's 2 5 1 0.313 Kentucky i 6 0 0.143 S. Indiana 1 6 0 0.179 Wesleyan Kentucky 0 7 0 0.000 Lewis 0 6 1 0.071 Wesieyan Women's Soccer Team Ranked #2 in Region an #15 in Nation Men's Soccer Team Ranked #2 in Region an #16 in Nation GLVC Women's Voileybail Standings As of October 12 YOUR AD COULD BE HERE. Advertise with The Ranger News! Contact: Avi Grewal (Ad Manager) uwp_ ads@yahoo.com GLVC Region Overall Win Loss Pet. Win Loss Pet. Win Loss Pet. Indianapolis 8 0 1.000 8 3 0.727 16 ; 7 0.696 SiU-Edwardsviiie 7 1 0.875 9 2 0.818 16 5 0.762 S. Indiana 7 ggj • ijj|§J! 0.875 8 4 0.667 13 5 0.722 N. Kentucky 5 3 0.625 7 7 0.500 12 8 0.600 Saint Joseph's ! i-c 3 0.625 I|6 J; 6 0.500 10 14 0.417 Lewis 4 5 0.444 6 7 0.462 11 8 0.579 Quincy 3 5 0.375 6 6 0.500 7 11 14 0.333 Missouri-St. Louis 3 5 0.375 4 5 0.444 7 10 0.412 UW-Parkside 2 11 1 0.222 4 12 0.250 7 14 0.333 Bellarmine 1 7 0.125 1 7 0.125 2 11 0.154 Kentucky 0 8 0.000 0 l|p 0.000 ; r J 17 0.056 Wesieyan Midnight Madness a Hit Sammy Kromm shoots a lay-up during the Rangers' first official On Friday, October 15, the UW-Parkside men's and women's basketball teams held their first official practice of the season. More than 100 students and families filled the stands at Desimone Gymnasium at the SAC to get a fresh look at the players and coaches. The event, called Midnight Madness, was part of the Hot Hot Hot Fiesta Weekend. Contests were held for audience members for the chance to win t-shirts and tickets to see the Rangers take on UW-Madison in November. Children who showed up before Midnight Madness began were able to get advice on shooting hoops from the players. The men's first official game of the season is on November 15 at Hillsdale, and the women begin on November 16 here against Olivet Nazarene. 14 The Ranger News October 23, 2004 Entertainment Left With The Leaves BY A A ROM WENSEL One year later, I don't feel any different. Elliott died with the leaves last year and left us grieving through the cold winter, made even colder without him. It's fail again, and even the warmth of the leaves doesn't make me smile. It's kind of like Elliott, he gave us so much happiness before he left us to go home to oblivion. ''You only live a day but it's brilliant anyway," he used to sing of the butterflies, and like them, he was beautiful. In th e song, "No Name #1," he sang "Leave alone, 'cos you know you don't belong here." Maybe that's where he will finally fit in, heaven. Elliott continues, " ...when I go don't you follow me," asking people who love him to stay behind after he has left. Thinking of Elliott Smith's death just leaves me with a sad emptiness, as his tender voice and fragile guitar playing slip away. 1 write this with a heavy heart, I co uldn't convince you of how much his music meant to me and many others. Elliott sang of his sadness, and in doing so, eased our pain. "No one's gonna fool around with us," he sang in "Angeles," and who could argue with him. Elliott could muster more strength in a whisper than any one I ever met could strain to shout. On October 21, one year has passed. His death - that of one of the most humbly talented musicians to ever grace our ears - well, it's still hard to believe. Unfortunately, most of you aren't familiar with Elliott Smith's music. He did the film score for "Good Will Hunting," so if you saw that, you heard him. Or you may remember his performance on the Academy Awards, Elliott in an all white suit, which now seems eerily angelic. His best albums are his first three with less production and interference from producers and record executives, entitled: "Roman Candle," "Elliott Smith," and "Either/Or." His favorite part of music was melody and he had a great sense for it. A natural gift, that gave his songs a sing song melody that you can whistle to. You'll find that his songs relate to people of our age, or anyone who's alive. Breakups with his girlfriend and band played a part in the way his lyrics are. He sings of how he doesn't fit in with the everyday church crowd, singing, "Church bells, and now I'm awake, and I guess it must be some kind of holiday. But! can't seem to join in with the celebration." He also shows strength in spite of his loneliness. In some of his strongest lyrics, he retaliates to a lost love, "What a shitty thing to say. Did you really mean it? You never said a word to me, about what passed between us, so now I'm leaving you alone. You can do what ever the hell you want to." And don't begin to believe Elliott is just some bitter loner, he writes plenty that'll make you smile. I particularly love when he sings in "Say Yes," "I'm in love with the world, through the eyes of a girl, who's still around the morning after." Elliott Smith is loved by people for being so real. When he took his life last year on that dreary day in October, many mourned him, their fallen hero. Many loved him because he was that strong voice they couldn't find, that voice that told people off in place of the silence they couldn't break. Elliott's words gave confidence to those who lacked it and comfort to those who couldn't relate to the outside world. Elliott Smith is the voice of the quiet and isolated around the world. Check out his last album, entitled From a Basement On a Hill, was 99% finished at the time of his death; it's coming out October 19th. If you don't like him or can't relate to his words, then youjust don't understand. Tid Bits Duuude. Former high school classmates of Richard Linklater, director of cult classic "Dazed and Confused," have filed a lawsuit claiming the director did not ask permission to create characters based on their likenesses. All three, now in professional jobs, say they're tired of people constantly assuming that they take illegal drugs. (AP) Banned from Urban Oufjfters!! (seriously!) John Fosler-Keddie graduated from Yale before starting VintageVantage.com, a t-shirt company, and agrees that the irony was lost on many people. "Anybody who takes offense to this takes themselves way too seriously," He's giving the "Voting Is For Old People" shirt away FREE to anyone who promises to send in a picture of themselves wearing it on November 2nd, outside the polls. He'll be posting the photos on his site, asking only that you pay shipping because the shirts are in such high demand. (John Keddie-Foster gets a thumbs up.) Eww. Thomas Remo, a 50 year-old Texas man, is facing felony charges for posing as a gynecological doctor. Before being busted in an undercover sting, Remo advertised his "services" in the local paper - and gave unsusupecting Dallas women breast examinations and pap smears from his make-shift office in a self-storage facility. (TheSmokingGun.com) wmm, CXP 15 The Ranger News October 23, 2004 Events 10/23 Deftones - The Rave 10/24 R. Kelly & J ay-Z - Bradley Center 10/27 Atreyu, The Bled, The Used - The Rave Wilco - Orpheum Theatre 10/28 G. Love & Special Sauce, Northstar, Straylight Run, Hot Rod Circuit - The Rave 10/29 BEN KWELLER - House of Biues The Starting Line, Yellowcard - Riviera Theatre 10/30 BOB DYLAN - CARTHAGE COLLEGE Atreyu, Deat To Fall, Since By Man - House of Blues Catch 22, Jackass (the band) - The Bottom Lounge 10/31 Retard -O- Bot - Hattrix/ Kenosha Wilco - Auditorium Theatre 11/02 insane Clown Posse - Mogjeska Theatre Mae, Simple Plan, Plain White T's - The Rave "Rock The Vote" - UW Tears For Fears, Dirty Vegas - Vic Theatre 11/03 Van Halen - Bradley Center Gin Blossoms - Potowatomi Casino Black Eyed Peas - Loyola University WEAKERTHANS - Logan Square Auditorium The Donnas, The Von Bondies - Metro 1T/05 Bad Religion, Rise Agains*t - T•h e Rave Women's Center Up and Running, Film Series Attendance Low BY NICHOLAS MICHAEL RAVNIKAR Recent administrative changes have kept the Women's Center from being as active this semester as organizers would've hoped, according to the center's Volunteer Coordinator Haiti Stewart. Rest assured, however, that the Center's activities will be taking a turn from what Stewart called the "dance competition and jewelry sale" brand of women's issues that have pervaded Women's Center activity in the past to a more active engagement with the student body in the planning and execution of events. "There have been a lot of misconceptions about what we're trying to do. The Women's Center is not an anti-male institution. We're not 19th Century feminists arguing for separate divisions of labor. We're just working towards gender equity," Stewart said. While coordinators are currently working with campus administration and the student body to decide what the concerns of campus women are, Kate Bieringer has got a program up and running. The "Reel Women Film Series" began on September 16 with "Kill Bill 2," and since then has shown "The Prince & Me," "Against the Ropes" and "Honey." Bieringer, along with other Women's Center coordinators, hopes that students will use the films as a springboard for talking about concerns central to women's rights. Unfortunately, Bieringer says, attendance has not been as high as she would have hoped. She's not sure whether the 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. Thursday show times are the reason. It's sure not the free admission. "It seems like everyone's got a 6 p.m. class. And after that, they just want to go home and go to bed," the firsttime film series coordinator said. She's hoping that more students will contact the women's center regarding the series, as well as about other volunteer opportunities. Figure ear Entertainment Editor, iha rutest bov on campus will be there! I'm iave a problem. I'm going to o Halloween party and the cutest boy on ca p ^ kjnd) q evil (the'kind'with1 massive^eavage)' or the ££ naughty school gir. (does "Baby One More me" still excite boys?). I c an't decide! Please help! gned- Suzie College Girl h, yes. The "but this is my only day to dresstea and > a halloween party may prove unf°mfort°% f"h* bought her vinyl nurse costume at Hot Topic) ou'll end up making out with your h didn.t even pother to dress-up. Plus, thanks so evened with boobs and such To unique and creative costume, one that required months of planning and many trips to Menards. Does thbeute boy love America? Craft a Ford truck costume - a 'Calvin peeing on a Chevy symbol decol will be a perfectly inexpensive touch! Have you coj™d(yred dressing up like a pregnant girl with pink eye? Or how about an interesting filing cabinet? Rest assured you II be the only one, and the boys will go wild! I ve provtded slightly unfinished figures: Asvou can see, Figure 1 gi rl is ha ving no fun. On the other hand Figure 2 (Bad haircut girl) is having a blast. Compliment the Bad-Haircut-Girl getup with scissors or a purse d of prescription pill bottles - it's your best last-minute costume option! Have a fantastic Halloween! Love Katie 16 The Ranger News October 23, 2004 Sneak Preview: "The Magdalene Sisters" BY: NICHOLAS MICHAEL RAVNIKAR On October 27 is the free student showing of "The Magdalene Sisters" at 9 p.m. Another free showing for students will be on October 31 at 5 p.m. Yep, that's right, Halloween. Undeniably suspenseful, the film couldn't rightfully be described as anything less than true horror. The story of the Magdalene Asylums, throughout Ireland, saw it's most prominent years between 1970 and 1996, during which it "saved" over 30,000 women. The movie follows the lives of three young women, Margaret, Bemadette and Rose (played by Anne- Marie Duff, Nora-Jane Noone and Dorothy Duffy, respectively). They were accused of sin by the Catholic community for being raped, leered at by young pubescent boys, and having a child out of wedlock, "The Magdalene Sisters" takes a brutally honest series of pictures of die inner workings of a cruel institution and its effects on the mental health of the inmates. One of the more poignant moments in the film occurs when the much-tried and easily deceived Crispina (Eileen Walsh) realizes the way that a priest has manipulated her faith. She stands in a crowd of churchgoers shouting at a naked priest covered in rashes. (It's a long story that's better seen than told.) For a good two minutes, all the audience hears is, "You're not a man of God!" ad infinitum. Perhaps the most disturbing aspect of the film is not the most immediate. It is bad enough that the sado-masochistic tragedy of the Magdalene Laundry is a believable and recent historical reality. What's worse is the truth that we're still left with: Contemporaiy discourse still vilifies women with an arsenal of inappropriate and disrespectful sexual stereotypes, albeit in a more convoluted and de-politicized method. Again, students can see the film for free on October 27 at 9 p.m. and October 31 at 5 p.m. Communism's Obsolescence in "Goodbye, Lenin" "Beauty is truth, truth beauty," that is all ye know on earth, and all ye need to know. - John Keats BY NICHOLAS MICHAEL RAVNIKAR The Parkside Foreign Film Series showcased German Director Wolfgang Becker's feature film "Goodbye, Lenin!" from October 8-10. Using the narrative vehicle of a small postnuclear- family unit, Becker deals with complex and volatile issues such as media's relationship to political ideology, memory and truthfulness. The story revolves around a young television repair and installation technician named Alex (played by Daniel Bruhl) living in East Germany with his mother Christiane (Katrin Sab), sister Ariane (Maria Simon) and baby niece, as Western capitalist influences contribute to the deflation of the Berlin Wall. -ust prior to the fail of the Wall, Alex's proletarian-interest driven mother suffers a heart attack and falls into a coma. When she recovers, the Wall has fallen and doctors warn Alex that the slightest stress could cause her to have another attack. In order to preserve his mother's life, Alex embarks on a series of comical yet touching falsifications, going so far as to have his aspiring film-maker coworker cook up fake news broadcasts. In the later third of the film, the powerful bronze figure of Vladimir Lenin, with outstretched hand, is hoisted by helicopter over and past an understandably confused Christiane. We see in her eyes a tender vulnerability that replaces the socialist comrade she had once been as an iconic myth floats past her, seemingly weightless. If only history were so simple. While "Goodbye, Lenin!" takes place in such a turbulent period in German history, the framework that Becker presents it in allows a foreign audience to find the common h u m a n elements of family, young r o m a n c e and death to identify with. "Osama" Offers Arab Perspective BY NICHOLAS MICHAEL RAVNIKAR Siddiq Barmak's film "Osama" offers a stark glimpse at the totalitarian nature of religious fundamentalism. By foregrounding the relationships drawn between gender, freedom, and economic hardship, "Osama" gives audiences a painful but necessary experience of Taliban rule in Afghanistan. While following the theme popularized with Shakespeare's "A Comedy of Errors" -that of a woman acting as a man - Barmak's "Osama" delves into a contemporary portrayal of the Taliban's attempt to edify a national consciousness subservient to its beliefs, and its effects on the life of a pre-teen Muslim girl. The film, which played in the Union Cinema from September 29 to October 3, followed a young girl (played by Marina Golbahari) as her widowed mother (Zubaida Sahar) struggles to provide for her daughter and mother after losing her job as a doctor. As the Taliban will not allow women to travel unaccompanied, it becomes increasingly difficult to survive. The grandmother, through the use of the metaphor of a rainbow, cuts the child's hair in order to pass her off as a boy. AH parties involve recognize the danger involved in such deceptions, but cannot deny their dire economic situation. Throughout the film we see women who carry burkas to cover themselves when Taliban forces are present. We're also shown the stressful tactics that nonfundamentalist citizens undertake in order to attempt living a "normal" life; for instance, we see in one scene a wedding party that gets broken up by Taliban agents. Before they arrive, a lookout announces their presence and the wedding party disguises itself immediately as a funeral. "Osama" doesn't ever take a position on US intervention in the Middle East. While US audiences will be tempted to read various ideological justifications into it, the film only gives the relative truth - That the subjugation of women under male rule leaves more than half of a society powerless to survive. One image that recurs throughout the film is that of the lock and key. When a group of female protesters are captured by Taliban forces and corralled into a cage, the lock is turned by a gun-wielding soldier. Later in the film, Osama's life is spared when she is married, against her will, to a Taliban-supporting Mullah. Again, the lock plays a central figure here — allowing her to choose which lock will be hers. The irony is painful, but Barmak succeeds in focusing on the futility of a life that is not self-determined. Due to a grant from the Foreign Film Festival Committee, chaired by Economics professor Norman Cloutier, students will soon be able to rent a copy of this film from the Library. The next film scheduled to appear at the time of publication will be "The Magdalene Sisters," from October 27-31. Wednesday 9 p.m. and Sunday 5 p.m. showings of all the film series' showings are free to students who present their Ranger Card at the door. Students are also allowed one guest. 17 The Ranger News October 23, 2004 F^STDO^C S Mouth BY HENRY GASKINS The problem with the invasion of privacy begins when an authority figure loses trust in the people he/she is supposed to be protecting. The US Constitution prohibits the government from interfering with a person's right to remain silent, to consult with an attorney, and to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures. I believe our forefathers included this in the Bill of Rights because it is important for the public to be free of government, and have the government work for the people instead of against them. One reason some people do not like police officers is because they feel the police are constantly suspecting people, always on the lookout for any wrong doing. "But I hav e nothing to hide! So who cares?!" Liking police or not, it gives me the creeps when I feel like any sort of government is looking over my shoulder - Big Brother, as it were. Aside from government and wrongdoings in general, people don't need to be in other people's business. I have certain things I will never share with anybody, because 1 don't want him or her to know, it's for me, and me alone. For instance, I hav e a notebook - several actually - and often 1 take walks late at night and scribble thoughts in the notebook. My thoughts aren't anything extraordinary or anything, but personal none the less. When I'm standing on a street corner at midnight writing and a police car turns the corner, I feel like all eyes are on me. I've heard of people keeping records of drugs they traffic in notebooks or whatever, and 1 often wonder if the police may suspect me of this. Or maybe they suspect me of plotting some kind of crime in my notebook, taking notes in preparation of the big heist. Or maybe I'm just paranoid. Either way, nobody is looking in my notebook, because it is private and I do n't want anyone to see what 1 write in there. 1 believe the government should trust me with my notes, even if I look like a freak under a pale full moon on a random street corner at midnight. "What about the mother that finds marijuana in her son's or daughter's sock drawer?" That's a tough situation, but I'd probably ask the mother the same thing the child would: Why were you searching the sock drawer? And if the mother had a reason, such as missing money or a drastic change in behavior, I would hope she would come right out and explain it and have a long talk with her child. But if the child has maintained behavior and is acting responsibly with no reason for the parent to search them, I think they have every right to be upset because it would be obvious the parent doesn't trust them. Children - and adults - need privacy and time to figure things out for themselves while they live and grow. The fourth amendment guarantees us privacy, but with vague terms like "terrorist" and the pleasantly named USA PATRIOT Act, who knows how long it will last? Privacy Vs. Surveilance BY PRESTON BROWN In the world we live in today, the risk of theft, damage, or attack is greater then ever and appropriately, our civilization has adjusted. Wc also live in a society that values privacy as much as it values safety, so what are we to do/ Well it seems that every time you go to a gas station or the store, you arc constantly being filmed. Somebody is watching us through his or her eye in the sky and we call him, "Big Brother." Now although "he" gets a lot of flack, 1 think there are many points that can be too easily dismissed. When civilization expands, it has to expand in all directions or else there will be a gap or curve in the social system. As technology gets better and assressors get smarter, we must find new ways to protect ourselves. For example, although it isn't exactly pleasant being filmed while I pu mp gas, I can appreciate the level of security those cameras provide. Stores with cameras have a far less chance of being robbed, just as a parking lot under video surveillance is a less attractive den for muggers. I don't mind being watched at a store, because I know that those cameras that are searching for thieves are helping to keep the prices down in the stores that watching over. If t here is nothing to hide, then 1 wonder what all the 1 uss is about? It's not like we have a surveillance system that tracks people in the bathrooms or in our bedrooms, or anywhere near our personal lives at all. Surveillance cameras arc only set up in places that arc designed lor public use, or private commerce. How could this possibly bother people? It's not like people are watching tapes of me picking my nose, or doing something else embarrassing. No, I'm sure that for the most part, these videos arc not being seen at all. If people want to complain about privacy issues due to the Patriot Act. then that's one thing, but when I he ar about folks gelling worked up over security cameras, well that's just different all together. If you aren t doing something that you are not supposed to, then what is the most a camera will see? I think the most a camera will see is people acting like ordinarypeople, not rock stars or super models, just ordinary people. It seems to me that people get upset when they see themselves on a camera, like when you hear yourself on tape for the first lime and ask yourself, "Do I really sound like that?" Because we don't look cool! Otherwise, the most you have for an argument on the opposition is a crybaby complaint that is aiming its sites at a perfect world thai doesn't exist where wc shouldn't need such things and where everybody has an unlimited amount of privacy as well as everything else. RIDICULOUS. Security cameras arc like scalbclls, they both inlnngc on our freedoms a little bit, but in t he end serve us to a greater good, namely safely. "From the Donkey's Mouth" Is not intended to have a political connotation. The writers each take different sides of any particular argument whether they agree or not. and defend their side as best as possible. Suggestions _ for future arguments are always accepted. Please send ideas or feedb to ranaernews@uwp.edu. VicUo Garner 3 & Buy, Trade, P|ay Hours Mon - Thurs: 9am - 9pm Fri and Sat: 9am - Midnight Sun: 10am - 8pm The next level for Video Gamers is HERE!!! 5901 75 Street Kenosha. At the corner of Hwy 50 and 60th Ave in Speedway Plaza Buy Games!!! Trade Games!!! Rent Games!!! Xbox - PS2 - GameCube - GameBoy Advance - PC Video Games Cubed not only sells and rents games... They also have 4 state of the art video game rooms!!! Play video games on a 150" High Definition Screen!!! Digital Surround Sound and Leather Reclining Rumble Chairs!!! Up to 16 people can play at a time!!! j 3 FREE Rentals With a new membership j Limit one coupon per household Can not be combined with any other offer. Duplication of this coupon is fraud. 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Call for group discounts. Information/ Reservations 1-800-648-4849 or vvvvw.ststravcl.com. "'Questions about abortion? Make an informed choice. Call Alpha Center 637-8323 ATTENTION UW-Parkside social organizations. Searching for a professional DJ company that can accommodate your next entertainment event, while operating within your budget costs? Contact:djlinkmme@yahoo.com. Dates are being booked now! Police Beat Risky Business. Ranger Hall. 9:31 p.m. Citations were issued for underage drinking. Smokin'in the boys'room. 12:14 p.m. Officers were dispatched to University Apartments for a report of damage to a bathroom. Your sh*tgot ganked! Union Parking Lot. 6 p.m. items were reported missing from a vehicle without permission. You 're no good, you 're no good, you 're no good... Tallcnt Hall. 2:37 p.m. A check was returned for insufficient funds. ... Baby you 're no good. Tallcnt Hall. 2:37 p.m. A check was returned for insufficient funds. I always feel like, somebody's watching me.' MOLN/WYLL. 6:34 p.m. Officers received a report of a male following two female students. Oooh, that smell! 10:11 p.m. Officers were dispatched to Ranger Hall for a smell of marijuana. Who would've thunk it? 11:58 a.m. Union Lot. A student reported items missing from her unlocked vehicle without permission. Smokey finally caught up with The Bandit. Outer Loop Road. 1:26 p.m. A citation was issued to a driver for traveling 4Imph in a 25mph zone. Hell's Angels. UA Motorcycle parking area. 5:53 p.m. Officers received a report of vandalism to a motorcycle The boozehounds return. Ranger Hail. 12:04 a.m. Citations were issued for •jrt. 4T*ruP n.nvpu* . VOTER'S SELF DEFENSE '''• Jfc » ^wrrlirai rt ffbfTii&ri *rr jf iPiirfiiflf"'(—. .-.'.v.-:.,, ... TlMi ?. A \ X& / & prsgraset *§&si Inesses am tte ways wis prmkemt mmse&res from the litedfa mauipufatiii cawpaipiiitBtp ma§mt ofgctMms. IfeAmsrfay, October im UMMSwaK S&sstwstJfce*wiiies * Ml. underage drinking and alcohol in public. Slow down Tito, damn! Outer i.oop Rd/CTII JR. 8:43 a.m. A citation was issued to a driver for traveling 46mph in a 25mph zone. I got to keep on movmOuter 1 ,oop Rd/CTI 1 JR. 9:09 p.m. A citation was issued to a driver for failure to stop/improper slop at a stop sign. Elvis is in the building! Union Bridge. 10 am. Officers were dispatched for a report of a female who felt faint. Female was transported to Kenosha Memorial I iospital. Break!n'the taw, breakm'tke law! Outer Loop RD/CTI I JR. 3:36 p.m. A citation was issued to a driver for failure to fasten seatbeit Flag! Illegal play an the field Outer loop Rd/CTI i JR. 3:42 p.m. A citation was issued to a driver for non-registration of a motor vehicle. Big bang baby, it's a crash, crash, crash! STH 31/CTH E. 7:46 am. Kenosha County Sheriff requested assistance with a traffic accident. Break yourself! Outer Loop Rd/CTH G. 12:26 a.m. A citation was issued to a driver for traveling 45mph in a 25mph zone. Avon colling. Union Parking Lot. 2:30 pun. Officers found flyers on several vehicles in the Union Lot. What was I Bunking? Ranger Hall. 12:41 am. Several citations were issued for underage drinking. A mcd unit was called to transport a subject to hospital. Data collected by Natalie Stollenwerk Written & Created by the Satirical Writers Guild VOLUME *Get Out The Vote' Campaign Countered By * Keep Vote Inside' Campaign With the presidential election less than two months away and the country more politically polarized than it has been in years. "Get Out The Vote" movements have been sprouting up all over the nation, especially on college campuses. Young people (18-24) arc statistically one of the least likely demographics to vote in a presidential election, but these drives hope to change that. Parkside's own "Get Out The Vote" campaign, called the New Voters Project, has been working feverishly for weeks, registering a countless number of students to participate in this year's election. The purpose of the campaign is not only to register new, young voters, says NVP director Luscious Cromwell, but ultimately to gain the attention ol' politicians who largely ignore the issues of young people. "They don't pay attention to us because we don't vote,' says Cromwell. "Old people vote in droves -- mostly because they don't have much else to do - and politicians payattention to them for that. Seriously, my grandfather's hobbies include lawn management, aging, and voting. We need to get the young people involved in politics so the politicians will get involved with young people... in a non-sexual kind of way" NVP, however, has run inio some unexpected competition. Their "Get Out The Vote" drive has been countered by a new "Keep Your Vote Inside" drive, spearheaded by a group called Young People For More Of The Same. The group's leader. Kip Turner, says that Y.P.F.M.O.T.S. is about getting active in urging young people to not gel active, and keep their voice unheard. Registering lots of new, younger voters, he says, throws off the natural order of society. "Young people were never meant to be voting in the percentages that the New Voters Project is aiming for," says Turner. "Fifty percent? Sixty percent? We're supposed to be an apathetic age group. Y.P.F.M.O.T.S. is simply trying to maintain an image that young people have had for generations." Turner says the real danger is what will happen if young people become more involved. "Our organization is about stability. If young people start voting in record numbers, we'll be expected to act more responsibly in other facets of society, too. I don 't, know about you, but I'm not ready to move out of my parents' basement just yet. I just got the furniture arranged they way I want it. It creates a nice comfort zone. Our anti-voting drive is about keeping our generation in an apathetic comfort zone." NVP director Cromwell scoff's at the anti-voting drive. "It's ridiculous and shouldn't be taken seriously," says Cromwell. "I doubt they've convinced anyone." Y.P.F.M.O.T.S. leader Kip Turner, however, assures The Stale that they've turned heads. "No, we haven't gotten any signatures yet, and, yeah, our club is really just me and my buddy, but I think people are wanning up to us. College kids keep hearing that they should do this and they should do that, i feel like I'm being should to death." Vin Diesel Aside, Vin Diesel Kicks Ass Undecided Voters Should Hurry The Hell Up Already John Kerry Eats Hot Dog, No Ketchup George Foreman Grills Used As Currency Parkside Violates U.N. Treaty, Sanctions Imposed Last week, U.N. inspectors finished their periodic tour of U.W. Parkside, and yesterday, they issued their report on the matter. The document includes a 47 page list of human rights abases, W.M.I), violations, and several other categories of offenses. A major complaint seemed to be the proliferation of wheeled backpacks. The report states: "...these insidious torture devices are utilized at irregular intervals of time to chip away at the sanity of the locals. They are typically used when large crowds are present, to maximize their effects, hut uncertainty is sustained by having the possibility of a rolling backpack at any time..." The report also mentions that several of the inspectors succumbed to the powerful psychological effects of these devices before couniermeasures were instituted. Another complaint was that a massive amount of the budget is devoted to worthless "public" projects which most sec as a monument to the ruling aristocracy. In response to these and other offenses, the U.N. has allocated 300 billion of humanitarian aid over the next twenty years to be doled out by the ruling aristocracy. Hopes arc high in the U.N. that these measures will be sufficient. Martha Stewart Reign Of Terror Ends Style guru Martha Stewart reported to prison in Aldcrson, West Virginia on Friday, ending a reign of terror that has plagued the nation for more than a decade. Stewart, founder and CEO of Martha Stewart Living Omnimcdia Inc., was indicted in June of 2003 for obstruction of justice and securities fraud. "This was a brutal regime," said prosecutor Bcrnic Whipple. "This was a woman who, metaphorically, raped and pillaged the minds of women all over this country. She has become destructive to the masses — a weapon if you will." Arriving at her home early Friday, police found Stewart hiding in a spider hole which she had dug in her front lawn. Upon entering the underground hidey-hole, authorities noted the decorum to follow largely an Egyptian theme. "I would say it was more Old Kingdom Egypt," said investigator Johnny Grant. "I saw some designs reminiscent of Giza and the Funerary Complex of Djoscr. lots of pyramidal motifs. There was a bit of New Kingdom Egypt as well ~ some Akhenaten. some Hatshepsut. It all flowed very well and really held the spider hole together." Stewart will serve five months in the federal prison camp for her suspicious sale of stock in bioiech firm fmClone Systems Inc.. but is expected to return to her position at Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia Inc. upon completing her sentence. Burger King Employee To Wipe Smirk Off Face Of McDonald's Employee GHRMANTOWN, WIS - George Km, fry cook at a local Burger King in Gcrmantown, Wisconsin, is seriously considering walking over to the competing McDonald's across the street and wiping the smirk off their fry cook's face. It's a thought he's had many times before, but recent events have brought this fast food competition to a boil. "I was taking out the grease bucket one night," said Ern. "Their fry guy was doing the same. Over at McDonald's, they apparently have really nice grease buckets, but you didn't hear that from tnc. He looked down at my old dirty bucket with its broken handle, and he had this real smug look on his face. T just wanted to kick his ass," said Em, his eyes narrowed. Ern was angered, but he let it go, thinking it was simply a random confrontation. Recently, however. Ern says that a number of McDonald's employees, dressed in their civilian clothes, came over to Burger King to order lunch. The McDonald's employees could be heard giggling and snickering as they ordered items like "Whimpers" and "ang-ass burgers." When the order was rung up, the McDonald's employees complained that they weren't "getting it their way." 'That part angered me the most," says Ern. "You know, sometimes we might accidentally drop onion rings into your fry orders, but wc always do it your way. Those bastards know it. We take that very seriously around here. Wc don't joke about that crap." The confrontations continued through the week. McDonald's employees used the Burger King rcstrooms, writing "Burger King sucks!" in McDonald's ketchup. Km instantly identified it as McDonald's ketchup because of its unique taste. "Their ketchup has a langy sweetness to it — everyone in the business knows that." Km regularly sits Outside Burger King these days, staring at the McDonald's restaurant across the street. "What's with those stupid playgrounds? We're here to feed you not play with your kids," says Em. "It's just — wait, here comes someone. Oh, he's going to dump the grease bucket. Lets see if he looks. He's looking. Yeah, smile while you can, stupid ass. iH be over soon to wipe that smile off your face. That's right, walk away, bitch." Do you want to write for us? Feel the ultimate power that only a college publication can bring you? We have superior cloven hooves. Do you? You don't? And how's that working out for you? Join us. lhestafe__swg@yahoo. com PARKING JOB OF THE MONTH 2004 DEBATE COVERAGE Cheney Demands 'No Mirrors, Natural Light' Rule For VP Debate CLEVELAND, OH - Hie first presidential debate between incumbent president George W. Bush and Senator John Kerry of Massachusetts was highly criticized for the elaborate set of rules laid out by the candidates in advance. Critics of the rules say it makes the debate less about issues and more about appearances. The vice presidential debate between incumbent VP Dick Cheney and Senator John Edwards of North Carolina last week involved similar rules, but also included rules submitted by Cheney which bordered on bizarre. Cheney submitted a mysterious request weeks in advance asking that there be no mirrors allowed in the debate hall at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland. Tn a lett er to the Commission on Presidential Debates, Cheney emphasized that there could not be any "highly reflective surfaces of any kind." Bush- Cheney campaign headquarters labeled the request a "self-esteem issue." Also in the letter, the vice president demanded that the hall "contain no natural light," and "no light sources which could emit any kind of U V (ultra violet] light," citing his delicate skin condition. Further demands included prohibiting the use of sharpened pencils, religious paraphernalia, and odorous vegetation. The vice president was unavailable forcomment as of this morning. 60% Of Americans Wish Debates Involved Some Kind Of Weapon The latest polls show that less than half of the American population are tuning into the presidential debates. The question is. why? In a recent study, researchers found that most Americans view the debates as either boring or even pointless. Yes. the debates address subjects that are pertinent to the American public, but they lack excitement. One solution given by researchers is the inclusion of a "combat session." The study shows that nearly 60% of Americans believe the debates would be more interesting if they involved some kind of weapon. "1 think weapons would prove to us that they're really fighting for the issues," says Tom Gatty, registered voter in Wisconsin. "Because they actually are fighting for the issues." As the study proposes, these sessions would include two separate racks of various weapons, one on each side of the stage. The weapons area would include, but not be limited to, nunchakus, spears, sword and shield combos, maccs, baseball bats, rubber mallets, and other various implements of destruction. The weapon racks, however, would not include firearms, as these combat sessions are not meant to end in death, but rather showcase a candidate's hand-to-hand combat skills. The study's coordinator. Reed Fletcher, says this combat session would provide voters with a sort of "reference point" when election time comes around. "This idea is not so far fetched," says Fletcher. "Remember, this is how ancient societies 'chose' their leaders." Teen Openly Disregards Seatbelt Laws Michael Cowans, 18 of Somcrs, displayed open disregard for Wisconsin state seatbelt laws last Wednesday. The violation occurred while Cowans and several friends were cn route to University of Wisconsin-Parksidc's Disc Golf course. As of press lime, when contacted for comment, Michael Cowans could not be reached. His best friend, Tim Van De Bogart, 17, reported that, "[Michael] not only refused to put on the seatbelt, but spoke out loudly against the seatbelt laws for most of the car ride." Cowans had apparently cited several reasons for his blatant disregard of the seatbelt laws, including his desire to "stick it to the Man," and the fact that the seatbelt in question was uncomfortable and often gave him a rash. Cowans' "steady girlfriend," Jessica Lorcnz, 17, was present during the crime and feels that this violation is just one more way in which he tries to, "rebel against the system." In a press conference held the following Friday, she told reporters, "Mikcy is always breaking the rules, always sticking it to the Man. While I don't necessarily agree with his motives, I gu ess I support him and will continue to support him throughout this ordeal. Sure, it may be a bit immature, but I gu ess that's what 1 love about him." According to sources close to Michael, this was not an isolated incident. Lorcnz and Van De Bogart both agree that the recent disregard for the seatbelt laws is not unlike Cowans' past exploits, which include loitering violations and several instances of J-walking. "This is just like when he wore his baseball hat to school last year," !x>renz explained. "You know he does it just to get attention and seem 'different,' but eventually he'll get sick of rebelling against the seatbelt laws and will find some other minor law to break." Over the weekend. The Slate headquarters received an anonymous tip insinuating that Cowans "wears his seatbelt religiously while driving alone, but only disregards the seatbelt laws when driving with friends and family." A hidden camera investigation is currently being launched to get to the bottom of this story, and The State will keep readers updated on all the latest developments. Mohammed Ali Not Allowed On Airplane Yesterday, as Mohammed Ali attempted to board a commercial jetliner, he was denied access by airport security. Apparently his name set off flags with the newly installed anti-terrorism software used by security screeners. Henry Morgan, chief of the security detail, said, "Basically, he's black and Muslim, so we knew he had to be up to something." His assistant also said, "He was acting all jittery. I knew I recognized his name from somewhere, and then it hit me - he was one of the original 9-11 hijackers." after a short pause, he added, "at least I'm pretty sure that's where ! heard it from." Security experts pointed out that Ali "had it coming." His past would seem to support this statement. During the Vietnam War, he publicly declared that he would not serve in the military if drafted. Anti-terror expert Karl Peters said, "It is clear to any student of history that Ali was trying to save himself for his time of holy jihad." Also, officials pointed out that, when searched, Ali was carrying a fingernail clipper. For those not familiar with this weapon, it has not one. but two blades, and is commonly agreed by security experts to be a preferred weapon of terrorists. A Brief Word For The Not-Too-Terribly-Bright Here's the thing. The State isn't what most would consider oh, what's the word? - real. While we do deal with real-life people, places, and events, the quotes and stories included in this publication are purely fictional. If you knew this already, kudos to you. citizen. If not... well, college isn't necessarily for everyone. THE STATE Editor-in- Chief Andrew McDonald Editor Jon Siehlik Writers Andrew McDonald John Pagac Erik Skoglund Jon Stehlik Emily Wood Advisor Dean Karpowicz ; Special Thanks Ranger News Big A1 Vampire Cheney Magnetism Big O ;):§ LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Dear Editors of The Stare, I'm glad to see you guys are finally getting some recognition for your fine comedic skills. But I've just noticed (laws of time and space not withstanding) that you arc now within the pages of The Ranger News. Don't get me wrong, I think it's good that you guys arc getting out of your mothers' basements, but to leech off of the Ranger like that? Seems a bit low. It's unfortunate that you would risk the reputation of the school's official paper just for your own personal glory. Have you no shame? I gue ss the world really hasn't changed after September 11th. To think that people will stoop so low just for a few mediocre jokes. You, sir, sicken me. Sincerely, Henry Gaskins Editor-in-Chief, The Ranger News To Whom It May Concent, When i he ard thai your publication was being included within the pages of The Ranger News, T must admit that T wept openly. These were, however, not tears of joy. Far from it. I weep for the sad future of satire that will undoubtedly come from this. Having read past issues of The Slate, 1 can say with some certainty that today is a dark day for UW Parksidc, for this country, and indeed the world. You call yourselves the Satirical Writers Guild, but there's nothing funny about this. The word "satire" doesn't quite fit. "Filth" seems far more appropriate. Again, this is wrong. 1 only hope that we're able to look our children square in the eyas when wc tell them that wc allowed this to happen. Until then, be sure to go out and purchase Master and Commander, starring mc, Russell Crowe, now on DVD. Unleash hell! Sincerely, Russell Crowe Actor/ Street Fighter Questions? Comments? Anonymous death threats? Queries concerning witchcraft? Contact us at... thestate_swg@yahoo.com POINT ' CROSSFIRI it COUNTERPOINT 0 This President's Policies Are Dangerous For Future Generations By Dwight Le Tableau Assistant to the Assistant Manager, Gas W Go T „ p|l| I Have The Ability To Control Magnetic Fields By Bob Wcrkowski Quality Control Technician, Keebler Ever since George W. Bush look office it's been once hazardous policy after another. We're looking at a pitiful job market, environmental protection standards have been rolled back, the federal deficit is the largest it's been in the history of America, and our bullying approach to foreign relations leaves us vulnerable to terrorist attacks. This president's policies are flat-out dangerous. But while we living today certainly feel their negative effects, the children of our future will undoubtedly be left with a crippled country. Imagine a child growing up in a post-George W. Bush era. rhey go to school — one of the only left standing in their city -- hoping to get the new textbooks they were promised. These textbooks arc said to have pictures of real trees, something these children are unfamiliar with. The last tree would die in captivity before many of them were born. On the way home from Cheney Elementary, they arc escorted by soldiers, because the police state they live in doesn't allow anyone to walk the streets unwatched. They arrive at their shanty in Sector 17 and arc greeted by their mutant parents. The fallout from World War 3 has given their father an extra arm, while their mother has no arms at all. They constantly bicker about it. 'Maybe, if you're good," the mother says, "we'll get a new shanty for Ashcroft Day." The children cry at the thought of Ashcroft Day. "Don't cry, children, says the father. "Remember the song? He knows it when you're sleeping, he knows when .vou'n? awake, he knows when you've been bad or good, 'cause a camera's watchin' us." The children sob even louder. The mother fccts them both a Kleenex. Is this is the world you want future generations growing up in? Of course you don't. But this is what George W. Bush's policies will bring us. I aiSagRX;. 1 <I I \ m/iiii,y J fields. Yes, that is correct. Magnetism! T know what you arc thinking. "Why, that is impossible." Well, perhaps for a mere mortal such as yourself. But not I. For it is a simple concept for mc. And I use my powerful skill to annoy everyday people in the simplest of ways. T control the magnetic field around your car. T change the frequency of the radio waves that your car intercepts to frequencies that are more suitable to my tastes. Look at you, navigating the roads! As if such a thing were true! I contr ol the compass that you so naively rely on. It is not as good a friend as you once thought. Your trusty compass may indicate that you are traveling south, but that is indeed a falsity. Don't be fooled, my friend, for you arc in fact heading in a northerly direction! T once again have turned your world upside-down with my demonstration of magnetic manipulation! But my understanding of magnetism docs not end there. No sir. Watch what do to your refrigerator. Watch as I create a type of "reverse" magnetic field around your earthly, Kenmore appliance. Instantly, your Alnico magnets no longer adhere to the fridge's surface. And ail your documents, your photos of loved ones, your child s crude drawings, and most importantly, your dreams, come crashing down to the ground like everyday refuse. And T - I will stand aside you. laughing at you, mocking your mishaps. That is the power of magnetic fields! That is the power of Boh Wcrkowski! RE-ELECT STATE SENATOR BOB WIRCH Working for us, because he's one of us. 0 SENATOR WIRCH IS A FORMER GRADUATE OF U WPARKSIDE 0 SENATOR WIRCH IS ENDORSED BY THE KENOSHA EDUCATION ASSOCIATION 0 SENATOR WIRCH'S TWO CHILDREN ATTENDED UW SCHOOLS 0 SENATOR WIRCH VOTED TO FREEZE TUITION AND INCREASE FINANCIAL AID 0 SENATOR WIRCH OPPOSED $250 MILLION IN CUTS TO UW SCHOOLS 0 SENATOR WIRCH OPPOSED A15% INCREASE IN UW TUITION PAYING ATTENTION TO STUDENTS, MAKING SURE EDUCATION IS AFFORDABLE AND SUPPORTING UWPARKSIDE- THAT'S BOB WIRCH! VOTE FOR THE HIGHER EDUCATION CANDIDATE! VOTE BOB WIRCH FOR STATE SENATE TUESDAY. NOVEMBER 2 25 The Ranger News October 23, 2004 Some people get a caricature sketch drawn of them for free In the Union during the afternoon of October 16. Sponsors of Fiesta Weekend included Aramark Dining Services, Art Club, Campus Bookstore, Gamma Alpha Omega Sorority, Intramurals, Latinos Unidos, Omega Delta Phi Fraternity, Parkside Activities Board, Parkside Adult Student Alliance, Parkside Disc Golf Club, The Ranger News, Residence Hall Association, Residence Life, Sacred Circle, Sports & Activity Center, Student Activities Student Organizations Council, SUFAC, Ranger Card Office, University Police & Public O _ 4 T Iniimwiltll l> I fit A very tall man shapes balloons for people during at the SAC during Fiesta Weekend October 15. Lots of fun for families at Hot Hot Hot Fiesta Weekend Families from all parts of the UWParkside community were able to come out to the campus for all kinds of fun and games during Hot Hot Hot Fiesta Weekend October 15 and 16. ft started with akickoffat the Petretti Fieldhouse where Fiesta Weekend sponsors handed out marachas and noise makers for Midnight Madness, which was the men's and women's basketball teams first practice. Hie following day there was a hypnotist that entertained a crowd in Union Cinema, caricature sketch artist, a comedian, and plenty more. There was even a place where people could make their own music videos and have their photo taken against an exotic background. *Pub* * An Irish Pub... With A Roc k N Roll Attitude Parkside's favorite Pub for over 6 years Racine & Kenosha 9s ONLY True Irish Pub Corner of Meachem Road & Taylor Avenue in Racine Minutes Away from UW-Parkside! 554-9695 OVER 50 Irish/Scottish Beers & Spirits Home for Live, $2.00 Off ALL cover charges with student ID PLUS Every day is Mystery Beer Day! Please Remember, to have fun, you must be 21! Every day Featuring music from bands across the globe including Ireland, Scotland, England, Canada, Australia, Hawaii and almost every other state in the U.S. Mondays Miller Lite Pints - $ 1.50 Tuesdays Pitchers of Miller Lite - $3.50 or Import pitchers - $7.00 Wednesdays $2.00 Long Islands + KARAOKE Thursdays 20 oz. Rails $3.00, 20 oz. Millers $1.75 + Jill the Bartender! Every Friday and Saturday Live local, and International Music! Local and International Music 26 The Ranger News October 23, 2004 Question Of The w What are your plans for Issue Witney Hogan, Christina Deyoe, Stuart Hanning, and Stacey Hutchinson stay up through the wee hours of the morning at Ranger Hali decorating their halfway for Haiioween. Winner of the iPod Givaway, Joshua Krohn (right), with James G. Roselifni (left). Manager of th e UW-Parkside Bookstore. celebrating Halloween? Davida Martinez Sophomore 19 Sociology "I like to pass out candy, so I'm going to dress up as a witch and stay home and pass out candy.'' Dessy G. Higgin bottom Freshman 18 Sociology "I am going over to Davida's house to hang out and help pass out candy then maybe hit the haunted mansion. I'm just going be me cause I'm scary, ha, ha." Laura Joosse Freshman 18 Communications "Fm just going to do whatever Dessy and Davida do." Andy Hendricks Transfer student 20 Art "Fm going to carve a pumpkin. Maybe for one of my classes Fit wear some weird clothes that I h ave but nothing that is really a 'costume."' George Serigos Junior 29 Human Resources "Fm going trick-or-treating with my son. 1 think Fm dressing up as Sir Topham Hatt from 'Thomas the Tank Engine' and my son is dressing up as Thomas." Interviews by Natalie Stollenwerk cell phones can dial 9-1-1 even if they don't a service planP Now through October 30 your used cell Collection Student Activities (Union 209} RangerCard Office Liabrary PSGA Office Womyn's Center Fine Arts Department This program will run through Domestic Violence Awareness Month (October), and Governr^ntAssociation, pTksidcAsianOrganization Parks.dcMM. SSby Association, Student Organizations Council, Latinos Umdos, Sacred Circle Residence Life and The Ranger News, cooroina y the Chancellor s Leadership Institute. is doesn't work, accepted for then donated people who need it go to local violence victims Blue Man Group Chicago Martina McBride Alabama BROOKS 8t DUNN The kind of entertainment Kenosha wants... without the 60-mile drive. Journey Moody Blues RAY ROMANO Anita Baker ZZ Top Tony Bennett Big name entertainment, plus: ^ 3,300 good-paving jobs with benefits ^ New dining and shopping options for Kenosha S Hundreds of millions of dollars in local economir. benefits Vote YES on Nov. 2 for quality entertainment and a stronger Kenosha economy! YES JOBS YES CASINO VOTE YES Nov. 2 Authorized and paid for by JOBS for Kenosha, Mary Perrine, Treasurer 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/. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource University of Wisconsin - Parkside Ranger News Description An account of the resource Student newspaper of UW-Parkside Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Issue Volume 38, issue 9 Headline Used for newspapers, the Headline element describes the main article of the issue. Barn burned on campus Series Number The series number of the original collection. UWPAC124 Ranger News Text Any textual data included in the document Day of the Dead Page 10 -" = Facebook Fridays Page 4 * M k . .. a e a Difference Day Page 7 * In God I Will Trust THE RANGER NEWS UnIverSity of Wisconsin.Parkside's Student Newspaper Page 8. November 6, 2007 News Since 1972 11le Ranger Ncw$ is written and edited by stlldents ofth u·. , . Barnburned"~;-~;~p~~---"' ROBERT ROSATI robertrosati@hotmail.com During the evening of Oct. 25 a fire burnt a barn that was on campus. No one was injured during the unfortunate demise of the barn, which was 90 years old. The barn belonged to those who owned the land on which the University of Wisconsin- Parkside was built. The bam was also a sports storage building before the Sports and Activities Center (SAC) was created. Dave Buchanan, the Public Information Officer of UW-Parkside, said that the barn no longer being around is a "loss for us" and for the "history of the area." There was gas and some lawn mowing equipment in the barn, which accelerated the fire. Propane tanks, usually stored in the barn, were removed from the structure prior to the start of fire. The Kenosha Fire Department fought the fire because they have a contract with the university to do so. Uw-Parkside elected to acquire the services of the Kenosha Fire Department since they are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week as well as reliable. The Kenosha Police Department is currently investigating the events which caused the barn to catch fire. The bam was raised from the surrounding area so some trees as well as the areas around the trees sustained damages from the fire. The ecostructure of the environment is still intact because it was wet when the fire started, which helped minimize the damage done to the land area surrounding the barn. Gender becomes a new issue for UW-System residents and applicants 0 z 0 X c I. t-'. 0'1 l e : a 0 \0 , c, " > • ~ D .. ~ , , !!J ~ Natyra Prater natyra16@netzero.net On Friday, Oct. 26, in the noon meeting for PSGA, senator Carly Ravinkar brought up a Possible Protocol for all UW- System applications. In her report, Ravinkar stated. "RHA [Residence Hall Association)] is the governing bodyof Residence Life and ~nyUniversity ofWisc~nsin Institution cannot be biased against gender because of the Anti~Discrimination policy." She continued to say thatWhen students apply for a~mJsslon and also housing, they ~1I be obligated to check the x which displays sex as well ~ a box which displays gender. his IS not required so if one wereto check the sex box they do ' not have to check the one Containing gender. Sides were divided dueto Confusion and a misunderstanding of why there would be two boxes if sex and gender were one and the same. Ravnikar quickly cleared up any indiscretions and quarrels of the matter by explaining, " .. .gender is based on what you consider yourself or the sex you identify the best with. For example, I may be born a woman but 1 identify better with males. Imagine how uncomfortable the setting would be living in the dorms with women and I don't identify well with them ...[we] have to accommodate all students." The information that would be received from these applications will not only serve for these purposes, but to give the universities a clue as to how many transgender students are attending their institutions. "We have a diverse body of students, so this should be in order because we don't know who it affects," Ravinkar said, after a few students disagreed. Although the idea was explained to this extent, se~ators had different ideas and feelings toward the new bill. Beverly Spires intervened. saying, "If we are going to get this information, we might as well have an 'other' box ... " which was an idea that was not shunned by any senators or officers, but was soon looked over. Others shared their opinions on the issue until time was running short. The protocol that was mentioned has not been set in stone. but the protocol was very concise in its rules and ~ow the application would be .carned out if it were to be established. Staph infection update Mackenzie Heise Heise007@uwp.edu A few weeks ago. several athletes at UW-Parkside contracted staph infections. Since our initial reporting in the Oct. 23 issue of The Ranger News, this is what we know: There has been one confirmed and one possible case of methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). MRSA is a more serious strand of a staph infection that does not respond to normal antibiotics, However, both of the atbletes with the infection have completed their treatments and are now officially cleared as "Come get that good copy!" 110 longer contagious. There have been no new outbreaks in the last week. Everyone naturally has some amount of staph on his or her body. It is when the staph colonizes that the problems begin to occur. Staph is often spread through skin-to-skin contact but can be picked up from many common items. Those infected by staph do not necessarily feel ill. infections usually start as small red bumps that look much like pimples or bug bites. These can turn into large painful areas of infection that require draining. As previously reported, parts of the Sports and Activitiy Center were temporarily shut down and thoroughly cleaned and disinfected. Upon reopening, new guidelines were established and have been more forcefully held in place. For example. spray bottles of disinfectant are now more available and must be used in the weight room after using any equipment. There is also hand sanitizer available at many of the facilities in the SAC. From here. the most important thing to do according to Deena Curtis, the head athletic trainer, is to educate people on how to do all they can to prevent a staph infection. The most important thing is to practice good hygiene. This includes washing your hands often, showering immediately after any physical activity. not sharing personal items such as towels. soap, or deodorant, and adequately covering all open wounds. Along with all the normal preventative measures now being taken at the S.A.c. the staff is also purchasing an ozone machine. This machine will fill a room with ozone to kill bacteria. It will be placed on a schedule and moved around the building to various spots with the intent of keeping that area free of some of the bacteria that can spread to cause a staph infection. Even when taking all the precautions described above it is possible to acquire an infection. If you have any questions or concerns involving a staph infection, visit the student health and counseling center. V November 6, 2o§I ~ V 900 Wood Rood Kenosha, WI 53141 Phone:(262)595.2287 Fox: (262) 595·2295 Ads: uwp_ads@yahoo.com Website: rangernews@uwp.edu dilor in Chief K,illyn M. lllmer ulmerOOO@uwp.edu esign Manager S,ohyun Kil11 kim00009@uwp.edu Ieculive Editor Elizabeth Mowry m,wryOOI@uwp.edu usiness Manager Vik Bedi bediOOOl@uwp.edu dverllslng Manager Surabh Regmi sura bh. regm i@gmail,com ews Edilor Robert Ros,li robertrosati@hotmail.com rls & Cullure Edilor David White While04@uwp.edu Rachoel B,ker B,ker032@uwp.edu Ramon Jcimez j,imeOOl@uwp.edu Rypn Montross ryonm,19BB@sb(gl,b,l.net Mackenzie Heise heiseOO]@uwp.edu Ryon Ashlon oshl,OOl@uwp.edu Ben H,lmps h,lme0l2@uwp.edu N,lyra Prater nalyra 16@netzer'.nel halo Manager (,leigh Nixon nixon004@uwp.edu laff Reporlers holographe .. Phou, XiOng xiong034@uwp.edu Kathryn Evans evans034@uwp.edu Joey Steinman stein034@uwp.edu esign Assistant Ruth Briones brionOOI@uwp.edu (atherine L,mbrechts l,mbrtl03@uwp.edu Jo Kirst dierdraphoenix@gm,il.CDm Nitk (enner mick2connor@ool.com opy Edilors (heryl Overby averb001@uwp.edu K,tie Zimpel zimpeOOl@uwp.edu Brenl Schultz wolfpackB 11BB@y,hoo.CDm Leah (oleman leah.CDlemon@y,hoo.CDm artoonists Tony Kinnard Darkstar 13_ 200l@y,hoo.CDm Zoc Keehan Keeh,003@uwp.edu Don Wonezek Drwarlisl@y,ho,.CDm Joe Szab, Sl,b,002@uwp.edu lIuslrolors d Rep (helseo O"",on oscor003@rongers.uwp.edu Mission Statement The Ranger News strives to inform, educate, and engage the UW·Parkside community by publishing well-written, accurate student iournalism on a weekly basis. The Ranger News has meetings every Friday al noon. All students and faculty of U\V·Parksidc are welcome. Please feel free to attend. Have any comments, concerns, questions, or story ideas? Plca<;e e-mail us at; rangemews@uwp.edu . WRo!f'Pl!ll61\'~jlll(nIi'JilH~sp,p" "" ,,,"' dille. ElI:lra newspapers can be purchased for $1 apiece. Newspapers can be taken on a first come. first serve basis. meaning that once they ure gone, they are gone. We work on the honor system. but violators will be prosecute<! for theft. Faculty members and students orguniz.<llions who wish to use The Ranger News in classrooms should consult the editor- in-chief to rcserve however many free copies they wish to usc. The Ranger News There are a few things I should apologize for this week, as editor in chief and representative for The Ranger News. One of those things is the arrangement of the pages in last week's issue. Although we electronically submitted the pages in the correct order, our printing company mixed them up. When I saw the papers on Tuesday, I was upset, but had to laugh it off. What else could I do? My only regret is that it wasn't the first week of April so we could say it was "intentional" for April Fool's Day. Last week's issue contained some of the best content we have had this semester. It was just too bad that you could not read it in the correct order. Next, [ want to discuss what slander and libel are and how they affect our Opinion page. Slander is spoken defamation and libel is written defamation. Defamation can be defined as "the communication of a statement that makes a THINGS TO DO Tuesday, November 6 Executive-In-Residence: Steve Bierman Com. Arts Theatre 9:30-10:45 a.m. The UW-Parkside School of Business and Technology welcomes Steve Bierman, president of CNH Capital, to campus. Bierman addresses 'Effective Leadership Today, With an Eye on Tomorrow' during two morning presentations. UW-Parkside Art Faculty Exhibition Com. Arts Gailery II a.m. - 8 p.m. The whole gang's going to be there--Holmes and DeVinny, Baylor, Barber, and Bayuzick; Goldsmith and Miller, of course; Bigalke and Chen, too. Each will be showing the recent work they're most proud of and most want you to see. This is a chance for art students to critique the art instructors, for alunmi to peruse their favorite faculty member's pieces, and for the public to see who is training the next generation of great artists and what they've been up to. Quite simply, you DO NOT want to miss this! Executive-In-Residence: Steve Biennan Corn. Arts Theatre Com. Arts Theatre 1 i a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Premiere Movie: 'Bourne Ultimatum' Molinaro 1059- !0:45PM Matt Damon is back as Jason ;Bourne, a spy without a past. Here, he dodges new, superior assassins as he searches for his unknown past while a government agent tries to track him down. Wednesday November 7 THE U Uw-Parkside Art Faculty Exhibition Com. Arts Gallery IIAM-8PM Native American Heritage Month Kickoff Main Place 12 p.m. -1:15 p.m. Let's celebrate with fire! We're kicking off Native American Heritage Month with dance demonstrations by Escamilla Entertainment and the firey Aztec Dancers, Mark Denning and the Oneida Dancers, and Mike Pamonicutt and the Chi Town Singers. Do NOT miss this! Noon Concert: UW-Parkside Choirs Com. Arts Theatre 12-1 p.m. 1l1e UW-Parkside Music Department presents the UW- Parkside Choirs, conducted by Dr. James B. Kinchen Jr. Free parking for this concert is available in Communication Atts lot on the west end of the campus. International Fdendship Hour Molinaro D 132 12-1PM Science Night: Success in Reducing Swim Advisories in Racine Greenquist 103 7-8 p.m. Dr. Julie Kinzelman of the Racine Health Department presents the program 'Success of Science- based Best Management Practices in Reducing Swim Advisories in Racine.' Dr. Kinzelman, a UW- Parkside graduate, participated in research that helped reduce Racine's bathing water quality advisories from 66 percent of available swimming days in 2000 to just 3 percent this year. Find out how, or false claim, expressly stated or irnpl.ied to be factual, that may harm the reputation of an individual, business, product, group, government or nation." Last week, there was one opinion piece that borders on being libel. The individual who wrote this editorial falsely accused Rainbow Alliance of misappropriating student funds. According 10 the definition of libel, this opinion piece could be considered a criminal action because it harms the character of a student organization on campus. The power of the pen is mighty, indeed. The Ranger News does have the editorial right to refuse to print an opinion. However, I will admit that our editorial staff has a very difficult time deciding when to deny publication. Generally, our reasoning is this: If an editorial bashes or directly attacks an individual or group without offering a sensible reason why tbat group is being attacked, we will cut it. Last week, there was one editorial we chose not to run for that very reason. However, the editorial written about Rainbow Alliance, which we did run, should have been considered more carefully. Of course, hindsight is 20120 and all I can do now is apologize. I would like to publicly apologize to Rainbow Alliance for running the editorial, which falsely accused your organization. In the future, we will try to avoid publishing such blatant accusations, or at least investigate them to determine if they are true or false before printing them. Again, I apologize for any harm that has come to your organization as a result of last week's Opinion page, and [ hope that you can forgive me for this oversight. Kaitlyn M. Ulmer Editor in Chief Thursday, November 8 Model Organization of American States simulation Various campus locations 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. The 24th year of this two-day exercise in diplomacy brings students from II statewide high schools, including seven schools from Racine and Burlington, to campus. Along with Racine's Case, Park, HOllick. and Walden high schools, Prairie School, and St. Catherine's, students from Burlington, Lake Geneva Badger, McFarland, West Bend, and Assumption High School in Wisconsin Rapids will attend, serving as delegates from countries througout North and South America and the Caribbean. UW-Parkside Art Faculty Exhibition Com. Arts Gallery 11 a.rn. - 5 p.m. Foreign Film: 'The Italian' Reuther Central HS, Kenosha 7:30-9: 15 p.m. A young boy is housed in an isolated, grim Russian orphanage. Although the thought of iiving in the wann climate of Italy with loving foster parents is more appealing than Ihe cold, dark confines of the orphanage, Vanya gets caught up in the idea of finding his own birth mother. After spending the first quarter establishing the inner hierarchy of the institution, where the children make extra money through thieving, pimping and prostitution, the director deftly illustrates how Vanya learns from this lifestyle ways to improve his own lol. Rather than corrupting him, it teaches him how to demand something better. Vanya moves undaunted through this world of treachery in order to findsomeome compassion. Friday, November 9 Model Organization of American States simulation Various campus locations 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Foreign Film: 'The Italian' Reuther Central HS, Kenosha 7:30-9:15 p.m. Saturday, November 10 UW-Parkside Experience Days Greenquist 103 to 0.m.-12 p.m. UW-Parkside Experience Days give students and parents a chance to get comfortable with the campus while learning more about its educational and social opportunities. On-site admission is available, For more information, check the Web at www.uwp. edu Keyword: admissions, call 262-595-2355, or access admission@uwp.edu via email. Foreign Film: 'The Italian' Reuther Central HS, Kenosha 5-6:45 p.m. Sunday, November II Foreign Film: 'The Italian' Reuther Central HS, Kenosha 2-3:45 p.m. Monday, November 12 UW-Parkside Art Faculty Exhibition Com. Arts Gallery 11 a.m. -5 p.m. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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