The Lawrentian

LUCC Update

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

General Council
General Council met Tuesday, May 6 at 11:10 a.m. in Riverview Lounge. The council debated the merit of offering Honor Council an honorarium. The council then heard a presentation from the Committee on Teaching Development soliciting information and opinions on the low response rate for end-of-term course evaluations.

An open letter to Sen. Hillary Clinton

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

This week, you came out with a victory in the Indiana primary. You spoke to your supporters assuring that you wouldn't give up the fight. Amidst the cheers of American voters, you laid out your plans that you hope will lead to the White House.
The problem is, you're fighting against your own party.

What's on Your iPod?: Ted Greeley

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

1. "Sweet Caroline," Neil Diamond
I am a Red Sox fan and listening to "Sweet Caroline" in the middle of the eighth at Fenway just kind of makes an impression. Every time I hear this song, I think of Fenway, ball games with my dad and drunken Red Sox fans falling over throwing their fists in the air.

Jake Frederick receives Harvard research grant

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Jake Frederick, assistant professor of history, has received a research grant from the David Rockefeller Center for Latin American Studies at Harvard University. The grant entitles Frederick to conduct research using Harvard's libraries and other resources for two weeks this summer and provides $2,000 for travel and other expenses.

Lawrence re-evaluated by NCA

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The North Central Association, a government-chartered body responsible for accrediting educational institutions, will be conducting a review of Lawrence during the 2008-2009 school year. Each accredited institution in the nation must undergo an evaluation by a similar organization, of which five others exist throughout the U.

Ulrich tells the stories of historical women

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Laurel Thatcher Ulrich, who in her first scholarly article famously said, "Well-behaved women seldom make history," visited Lawrence university last week. She gave a presentation Thursday, May 1 and participated in a question and answer session Friday.
Ulrich, now one of the most highly regarded historians in the country, came to the academic game late but rose quickly.

Baseball music project visits Appleton

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Many baseball lovers do not connect baseball with music. However, Saturday, May 3, they had a chance to experience this connection at the Fox Valley Performing Arts Center. That evening, The Baseball Music Project hosted its Appleton concert, which was presented by the Fox Valley Symphony as part of the BMP's nationwide tour.

Classics Week 2008 Schedule

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Monday, May 12
Opening Proclamation
Margaret Carroll '61, trustee emerita
11 a.m. -- Sampson House porch

"A Tour of Roman London"
William Chaney, professor of history Emeritus
4:30 p.m. -- Main Hall 201

Tuesday, May 13
"Nietzsche: The Model of a Modern Classicist?"
Kevin Tracy, postdoctoral fellow in classics
4:30 p.

"Can I Kiss You?"

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

"I'm a wild and crazy guy! Wooo!" This statement, normally heard at tailgate and bachelor parties, launched the "Can I Kiss You?" program led by Mike Domitrz Thursday, May 1.
Needless to say, Domitrz's approach to this often-difficult subject material was striking and unconventional.

After the Bubble bursts

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Having graduated 25 years ago, Paul McComas will return to Lawrence next week at the tail end of his book tour for "Planet of the Dates." He will participate in a question and answer session in Main Hall's Strange Commons from 3-4:30 p.m. Friday, May 16 before visiting Conkey's Saturday at 11 a.

GLOW hosts annual Safety Dance

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

"Do I hear 19? I hear 19, do I hear 20? Twenty, going once. Going twice -- sold!"
Amid the yelling and applause, freshman Nikolas Ross got down from the table on which he was standing, after being bought for $20 by sophomore Samantha Smith at GLOW's second annual Safety Dance.

Retrospective of the senior year

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

It is senior year, spring term ... what else is there to say? I find myself asking so many questions and just laughing off the answers. What is that "Lawrence difference?" I wonder how things would have been different at a big school.
Is this my home now? Am I really going to be that much healthier when I do not get to eat Lucy's muffins and pull all-nighters writing papers, hyped up on multiple energy drinks? Where is my other sock? Is the "real world" really as scary as they make it sound? What do I do with all of these books?
Conversations with other seniors and alumni about such topics are never as fruitful as one would expect.

The American Indian Experience

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

John Low, the executive director of the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian in Evanston, Illinois, spoke in Riverview Lounge Monday, May 5, at 7 p.m. His presentation titled "On the Great Turtle's Back, The American Indian Experience" addressed contemporary and historical issues related to the problems and experiences of Native Americans.

The secret lives of our profs

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Stefan Debbert, assistant professor of chemistry, explains that his passion for chemistry began at a young age. He admits, "In the third grade, I memorized the first few rows of the periodic table." However, lest anyone think of him as a "chemical prodigy," he quickly and self-deprecatingly adds, "I pretty much stayed at that level.

Scientist of the Week: Pete Huck

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Although Lawrence Junior Pete Huck admires the translucent 12-inch ruler for its portability, compactness and units of measurement, he is not a typical scientist.
Huck came to Lawrence without a major, and without a real reason except for a magnetic attraction to the possibility of making music with Conservatory students.

From our kitchen to yours:

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

EATING ON DURKEE STREET IN SUMMER

Maya Angelou once described her favorite meal as a roast chicken and a bottle of chilled white wine. Quite often in the summer, dinner consists of a "picnic" in our garden. On these days, one of us will stop by the grocery to pick up a roasted chicken and a loaf of French bread.

Richard Sherman performs a "French Potpourri"

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Flutist Richard Sherman gave a "French Potpourri" recital Monday, May 5, drawing from a wide range of French repertoire and showcasing technical ease and musical panache. Sherman shared his expertise Tuesday in a master class with the flute studio.
Sherman, a professor at the University of Michigan and principal flutist of the Chautauqua and Lansing Symphony Orchestra, has had a notable performing career, including being principal flute of the Rochester Philharmonic and appearing with such orchestras as the Chicago and Detroit Symphonies, not to mention numerous awards, recitals, master classes, and recordings.

Artist Spotlight: Andy Graff

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Andy Graff is a man of many words -- literally. A double major in English and art history, this solitary junior is often seen around campus, quietly doing his thing, but while this might seem like an innocuous enough activity, you would not even believe the stuff that goes on in his head.

GLOW drag show addresses the gender binary

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

When I think of drag, I think of Robin Williams in "Mrs. Doubtfire." By no means does the movie project an accurate representation of drag, nor does it embody the message of personal expression that drag culture embraces, but I can think of no better opportunity to discuss my favorite "Mrs.

Why "Carmina Burana" tickets were in such high demand

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Conservatory of Music drew from many of its strengths Sunday, May 4 in order to put on Carl Orff's "Carmina Burana." The piece, as Lawrence fellow Daniel Barolsky remarked in his introductory lecture, is most known for its first movement's frequent appearance in summer epic films.

Staff Editorial

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

This week, LUCC heard, and is now considering, a presentation from the Committee on Teaching Development regarding course evaluations.
Since the recent transition from paper course evaluations to online evaluations on Voyager, participation among students has decreased sharply.

A Day in the Life: Seeley G. Mudd Library

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

12:20 p.m. Welcome to the Seeley G. Mudd Library. Home of all the books, musical scores, periodicals, movies and music you can check out and check in and use over and over and over again. What can be wrong with this, you think?
You are right in thinking that a building with loads of books that everyone shares makes a lot of sense from a sustainability standpoint; sharing and reusing resources is one of the fundamental tenets of a "green" society.

Ariel: is it time to jump ship?

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Contrary to what the piles of yearbooks in cabinets and under coffee tables in the union would suggest, Ariel, Lawrence University's yearbook, has a history of publication that spans back farther than the 1970s.
No conclusive evidence has been found (albeit, I haven't looked very hard -- the last time I rummaged around in the junk heaps of LU history I found a picture of what Sage looked like before the construction and was miserable for the rest of the day), yet records suggest this yearbook has been around for at least a century.

Chicken or the Egg?

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Q: My boyfriend and I are having problems. Our personalities used to adhere like the yolk of a newly cracked egg, but now it's like we've been whipped around, leaving nothing but a few dangling, wispy connections. Should I even try to save the relationship or is the yolk we had gone forever?
A: Unfortunately, most relationships tend to follow the life span of the newly cracked egg you are so quick to idealize.

The Lawrence Bubble

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Lawrence bubble is a phenomenon most Lawrentians past and present are familiar with. Recently there seems to be another sort of Lawrentian bubble.
Not to bite the hand that is feeding me, but I must say that the Op-Ed page is getting very self-referential these days.

Hippo City

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

We are halfway through spring term and the weather is finally pleasant, which means that students are excitedly preparing for their summer vacations. The students, that is, who are not graduating. If you're like me, you wake up every morning in a cold sweat, afraid of the post-graduation world.

Style, more style!

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Sometimes while shopping, the line between lingerie and actual clothing becomes unclear -- especially these days, when dresses often look like slips and bustiers are sometimes worn as an outer layer. This week, we are saying NO to lingerie as clothing, though there are certain ways to make it work with other garments.

Baseball sweeps Wisconsin Lutheran

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Lawrence University baseball team swept a double header against the Warriors of Wisconsin Lutheran College last Wednesday.
Led offensively by seniors Ben Webster and Tim Salm, who both hit grand slams, the Vikings (10-17, 4-10 MWC) won the first game 12-7 and the second 17-4.

Track posts five individual champions

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The men and women's track teams posted five first place finishes along with two second place finishes on Saturday at the Ripon Invitational held at Ingalls Field in Ripon. There were four teams in action: Lawrence, Carroll, St. Norbert and Ripon. Sophomore Nick Maxam, senior Russell Geisthardt, junior Tatiana Bulant, sophomore Tess Jaeger and senior Mike Pierquet all placed first in their events.

Ferguson named to All-Conference team

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Sophomore Adam Ferguson placed an impressive 6th place overall as an individual at the three day golf Midwest Conference Championships which were held at Aldeen Golf Club in Rockford, Ill. Finishing in the top ten, Ferguson earned his place on the all-conference team.

Athlete of the Week

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

1. What has been the best part about your senior year playing baseball?
The best part was seeing how good the team could actually play when we had fun.

2. Do you hope to continue playing somewhere?
I hope to continue playing somewhere, whether it's competitive or not, I don't care.

Team of the Week

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Senior throwers from the Track and Field Team: Laurel Benson, Chelsea Fickbohm, Stephanie Kramer and Genna Thompson

1. Why is throwing the best event on the track team?
Laurel: You laugh harder and seem to have more fun that any other event� the jokes are priceless!
Genna: Throwing is definitely the best part because we get to make inappropriate jokes -- really, really inappropriate jokes.

What's true in sports?

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

1. Boxing is the oldest sport in North America.
2. The longest golf hole in the world is 789 yards, in Marquette, Michigan.
3. Lance Armstrong holds the record for the longest Tour De France win streak.
4. A.C. Green holds the record for most consecutive games played streak in the NBA at 1,192.

SAAC update

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) is an NCAA sponsored group, comprised of one representative from each varsity athletic team, which serves as a link between athletic administration, athletes, and the greater Lawrence community.

Lawrence Athletics t-shirts are available for purchase from SAAC.

Scores and Standings

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Scores
Baseball
Lawrence 12
Wisconsin Lutheran 7

Lawrence 17
Wisconsin Lutheran 4

Lawrence 6
Carroll 12

Lawrence 2
Carroll 14

Men's Golf
Midwest Conference Championships
Player Day 1/2/3 Score Total
Adam Ferguson 77-81-82 240
Tom Vyskocil 81-84-87 252
Jon Mays 90-79-87 256
Wonjae Sung 87-90-83 260
Jim Breen 85-91-85 261
Andrew Russell 92-86-94 272
TEAM SCORE - 997 TEAM FINISH - 4th

Standings

Baseball
North Standings MWC O'All
St.