Three cars on campus were vandalized over Thanksgiving break. On Nov. 27, a Tufts University police officer on routine patrol discovered two vehicles in the Cousens parking lot with flat tires. One other car with flat tires was discovered on further investigation of the parking lot.
Well folks, don't get too excited - it was just another typical week for Dawson and his promiscuous friends. Just the usual Capeside activities... you know: buying condoms, raunchy sex tips, passionate affairs, and meaningless one-night stands. The entire season thus far scores a full 10.0 on the official What-the-Hell Meter. It made many Dawson's fans look back with misty-eyed nostalgia on a day when an innocent little kiss on the swing set was scandalous. For better or worse, those days appear to have given way to an entire new Dawson's, characterized by provocative skin shots and porn music.
Are we addicted to yearning? By yearning, I mean that gnawing feeling in the base of your pancreas that flares up whenever the person you're fond of walks by, whenever you even think about him or her. Yearning is, to put it bluntly, the desire to have what we have not...and I wonder if we have somehow confused that with love.
Classes are back in session, and we're getting back in our grooves. It's great! Day in, day out, we're getting up, going to classes, going to bed, and doing it again... okay, maybe it's not so great. If the back-to-school blues are getting you down, check out these rentals which should make you laugh about the anxiety you experienced before you got to college, remind you about the party it's supposed to be, or just make you smile. The first flick on your rental list should be the 1978 college classic, Animal House. The film takes place at fictional Faber College, where it seems there are only two fraternities. The first is Delta house, which is comprised of party-animal types and led by the juvenile antics of Bluto, played by the hysterical John Belushi. The other fraternity is a magnet for self-serving, tight-assed rich white boys. Dean Wormer wants nothing more than to kick Delta house off-campus, and enlists the goodie-two-shoes to help him carry through with his plan. This is the college movie that mainstreamed the toga party and brought John Belushi the fame he deserved before his untimely death in 1982. It's definitely a must see, if you haven't see it yet. Ten years ago, How I Got Into College was released, starring an unknown actor by the name of Anthony Edwards. The movie quietly came and went from the theaters. However, thanks to the increasing fame of Edwards (Dr. Green of NBC's ER), and some air time on a little network called Comedy Central, the film has become a cult favorite. A movie with a fairly unoriginal plot, How I Got Into College actually has its moments. Basically, high school screw-up Marlon applies to college so that he can be with L'il Miss Perfect, his high school crush, Jennifer. However, in between the banality, the movie manages to shed some sarcastic light on the stupidity that has become college applications. It's a perfect movie for freshmen whose application/acceptance process is still fresh in their minds. If a satirical look is what you're looking for, PCU is a great off-center look at the political-correctness that has overtaken campuses today. The Port Chester University depicted in PCU is "fictional," but it is a little-known fact that most of the film is based on the not-so-fictional Wesleyan University in Middletown, CT. Starring David Spade, spewing forth more cynicism than a New Yorker on a hot day, the movie's got enough laughs to be worth renting. For those seniors experiencing pre-graduation anxiety and thinking that their dreams of making it big are going to have to be traded for less glamorous jobs, The Muppets Take Manhattan is the perfect flick. Successful actors in their college shows, Kermit, Piggy, Gonzo and all their friends decide to take their show to Broadway and see if they can hit the big time. When nobody helps them, the gang has to split up and give up their dream. Still, with a little determination from Kermit, they accomplish everything they set out for and more. The last Muppet movie made before Jim Henson's death, The Muppets Take Manhattan has music, comedy, and a heart-warming ending besides. Sigh. It makes graduation look not so scary after all.
Combining intelligence with physical ability is one of the toughest obtainable combinations in sports. Many athletes have gone by the wayside due to an inability to make smart decisions on the fly. Those who do possess the brainpower are often overachievers, making the most out of talents that are relatively limited. Those who have considerable physical talent and have the intelligence and desire to maximize it are often the most successful athletes. That is exactly the blueprint that the Tufts women's swimming and diving team appears to be following as it begins the 1999 season. One of the more successful teams in New England, the Jumbos are comprised of individuals who radiate the character and intelligence needed to bring about such success. The 3.28 cumulative grade point average was among the Top 15 in Division III in the College Swimming Coaches Association of America rankings. Junior and co-captain Lisa Vernoy was an Academic All-American, and diver Kim Volkman, who has since graduated, won the Tufts University Alumni Association Senior award for her academic and campus achievements. In the water, Vernoy was named Academic All-New England Small College Athletic Conference. She and the rest of the squad continue a tradition of success for the team. Another striking aspect of the team is its size - one of the biggest Tufts squads with 49 swimmers and divers. "This is the largest team in years," coach Nancy Bigelow said. "It's nice that so many people want to get involved and that we can give them that opportunity." Under Bigelow, the program has compiled a dual meet record of 129-32-2 in 17 years. Twelve swimmers or divers have won 41 New England Championships and 32 were named All-Americans. The Jumbos were New England Champions three times between 1985 and 1989, and Bigelow earned New England Coach of the Year honors an equal number of times. That success was continued to some degree last year when the team was 7-2 and finished seventh at the New England Championships. The shining star for the team in that performance was now-junior Kristin Horton, who set school record times in the 100 and 200 meter breaststrokes, finishing third in each event. Along with Vernoy, the team's captains will be seniors Monica Kung and Debbie Stein. The trio hopes to provide leadership for the young team. "We're definitely a young team," Bigelow said. "We had some major losses, especially in the freestyle." As far as the divers are concerned, Brad Snodgrass will be the coach for his 13th season. The program is one of New England's strongest and deepest. The team hoped to put that on display in its opening match on Saturday at home against Clark. The Jumbos looked strong on their way to a 155-126 victory. In the 200/400 meter medley relay, Tufts was dominant, as its three teams took first, second, and fourth. The winning foursome was Ashley Jennings, Horton, Shayna Burke, and Vernoy in a time of 2:00.99. In the 200/400 meter freestyle relay, Tufts was not quite as successful, with team finishes of second, third, and fourth place. In the 1,000 meter freestyle race, Miranda Eagles earned Tufts a victory in dominating fashion. In a time of 11:29.88, she was afforded the luxury of watching the rest of the field finish racing for nearly 45 seconds. The next closest finisher was fellow Jumbo Emily Gordon, who finished in 12:12.14. The 200 meter freestyle was somewhat more competitive, but not a photo finish by any means. Vernoy was the victor in a time of 2:20.31, while Tufts also boasted third and fifth place finishes out of six spots. In the 100 meter backstroke, Tufts swept the first three spots, as Maurisa Riley, the winner, Katie Yaeger, and Jenny Lambert all finished within one second of each other. That put Tufts ahead 58-16 on the afternoon to that point. The 100 meter breaststroke was another 1-3-5 finish for the Jumbos, with Horton coming away with the individual win. After earning more points in an uncontested butterfly race, the team watched Clark take first place for the first time that day in the 50 meter freestyle race. Tufts treaded water in the one meter diving competition, finishing second, third, and fourth in the overall scoring. The team lost a little more ground in the 100 meter freestyles and the 200 meter backstroke races. Clark posted the best and fourth-best times in the former and came in first, third, and fifth in the latter. It took the 500 meter freestyles to return Tufts to the top in a race, as Vernoy won easily with a time of 5;38.72. But the 100 meter butterfly saw Clark take 16 points in a shut-out. After Angela Russo of Tufts took the top spot in the three meter diving competition, Horton rallied again, winning the 200/400 meter individual medley. Although the team's performance was somewhat up and down, the youthful exuberance impressed everyone. "I was very impressed with the spirit on the deck," Kung said. "Everyone was cheering and it added to the whole success of the meet." The end result was a victory to start what promises to be another exciting season for the Jumbos. Next up will be a Dec. 1 showdown at Wellesley, followed by a trip to Bowdoin three days later. From there, the team will try to make its mark come winter. "In February, when we need to be in top shape, we'll be ready," Bigelow said.
As the school year begins, we have decided to bring Tufts an inside look at fashion and beauty for the millennium. Our reason for creating this feature was due to our keen interest in the fashion and beauty industry and the role it plays in our everyday student lives, whether it be through hair, makeup, shoes or the classic black dress that never goes out of style. We intend to explore simple fashion and beauty concepts that will take you from your 8:30 a.m. class to your 8:30 p.m. night out on the town. It will cater to those who like to wear worn jeans everyday and to those who treasure the perfect-fit black pants from French Connection. For those who don't want to spend a whole lot of money on high-priced makeup we'll have the latest scoop on some lower-priced alternatives. And for those of you who know nothing of the current fashion trends, we will occasionally offer do's and don'ts that can serve as a guideline to aid in your seasonal shopping. In addition, for those fashion-conscious students who want to look like they just stepped off the runway, we will also bring them the latest news. We will give you information on sales, bargains, and hot spots within the Boston area. And most important of all, we'll give you a little taste of what will be in for the millennium as well. Before we talk about what's hot for the upcoming fall season, we must stress the importance of developing one's own personal style. This entails finding the right styles, colors, and sizes that correspond to your lifestyle, frame, and personal tastes. Personal style involves buying and wearing clothes that make you feel comfortable and complement your figure. It is also important to accentuate your best qualities, meaning if you have wide hips, wear low-waist pants. If your calf muscles are not defined, you might want to try skirts and dresses of 3/4 length (falling just to the middle of the shin/calf). Be sure of the way you wear your clothes and don't let the clothes wear you. If you improve your posture, attitude, and self-image you will reap the numerous benefits of your wardrobe. For a quick look at what's to come for fall fashion and beauty, here is what's chic. Fall colors for clothing include all shades of orange, red, brown, cappuccino, olive green, as well as the traditional black and white. Don't forget that gray, popular during last year's fall and winter seasons, has once again made a comeback. As for makeup, shimmer lipsticks and eye shadows still remain hot items for that soft yet sensual look. The smoky look for evening can be easily achieved with simple black eye pencil, mascara, and matte shadow. For those who want a more simple and natural approach, the fresh face is always classic. Try a powder that suits your complexion, light mascara (either brown, black, or gray) and a gloss to complement the natural color of your lip. Until later trendsetters, may the Spot give you what's hot and keep you abreast of what's not!
Acting Dean of Students Bruce Reitman recently disseminated information on a survey pertaining to Tufts' Health Services and Counseling Center. The survey, which is being conducted by a group called the Beckly Consulting Team, is part of an initiative on the part of these two campus organizations to ensure that they are best serving the needs of the students.
The Tufts Climate Initiative (TCI) is displaying enthusiasm and persistence in its quest to make Tufts more environmentally conscious. The University, and now the French House as well, is especially interested in reducing the levels of carbon dioxide emissions on campus. Together, the French House and the greater TCI, are working to make their residential spaces energy-efficient.
Why on Earth should Tufts undergrads possibly listen to a grad student, especially one who isn't your TA or section leader? Only four years separate us, even if they sometimes feel like forty. Maybe you don't need to hear me at all, but I need to share what I wish someone had told me each of my years at college.
History professor Martin Sherwin has the typically impressive list of "major publications" to his name - nothing especially unique for an accomplished academic. What sets him apart, however, is his dedication to the creation of historical films, which at their heart are publications brought to life.
Racing against the fastest team in New England, it would have taken an exceptional performance for the men's cross country team to oust the host team at the Keene State Invitational on Saturday. Despite a focused and valiant effort, Tufts was not able to top the Owls on their home territory, yet finished second out of ten teams.
The onslaught of notable speakers seems unending as best-selling author of Memoirs of a Geisha, Arthur Golden, will speak in Goddard Chapel tomorrow at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free and no tickets will be required to hear the author discuss the use of fiction in portraying historical events.
This past Saturday night, suburban Lowell, Mass. did not need to read the newspapers to know that Creed had arrived at the Tsongas Arena. Starting at 7:30 p.m., Creed started pouring out new age for four straight hours. Creed's opening bands were Oleander and Our Lady Peace, both groups with varied sounds, distinguishable both from one another and from Creed. The crowd, however, was enthusiastic about both of them. Each played for approximately an hour and thoroughly heated up the sold-out crowd for the main event. The audience was filled with energy and excitement. Many of the ticket holders were die-hard Creed fans who had been waiting a while to see the group. Even when paramedics had to carry out a woman on a stretcher, the crowd was not distracted. Incidentally, she had fallen on her head while trying to crowd surf.
If you're a meat lover searching for authentic barbecue, look no further. Nestled in Medford Square is the newly-opened Bubba's Barbecue, a place that owner, manager, and chef David "Bubba" Stein describes as a small "meat joint." As the name implies, it's not exactly fine dining, but it is delicious none the less.
The Tufts men's soccer team remains unbeaten this season, after disposing of Colby this past Saturday and then overpowering MIT on Tuesday. The Jumbos' current record is 5-0, and they are ranked fourth in New England.
Some people accuse college movie reviewers of being unnecessarily critical in a desperate attempt to appear cultured and professional. The Old English hero Beowulf, by contrast, is described as civilized and cultured merely because he does not slay his dining companions, "even when drunk."
Once a dry (liquor wise) and sleepy town, Arlington has turned around its once- lethargic character and is now the site of a myriad of multi-cultural eateries. A jaunt down Massachusetts Ave. is vastly different than it was, say, two years ago.
Students took a peaceful lapse from their busy schedules to listen to the history and meaning of the Tree of Peace, a concept familiar to Americans through much of the nation. The storytelling was part of a tree-planting ceremony on Monday afternoon outside of Eaton Hall led by Jake Swamp, a traditional Mohawk leader.
After suffering its first loss of the season, a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Connecticut College last Saturday, the Tufts women's soccer team came roaring back with a 4-0 win at home over Gordon yesterday. The win improved the team's record to 3-1 and gave the Jumbos their third shutout of the year. Tufts came out of the gate a little sluggish against Gordon, as the two teams battled back and forth for the first ten minutes. The Jumbos were able to settle down and strike early, however, accomplishing something they have had trouble with in the past. Just over 11 minutes into the first half, sophomore defensive back Becky Mann took the ball and drove up the right side. She fired a shot from the top of the box that, after deflecting off a Gordon defender, bounced into the goal. It would not be long before Tufts extended its lead to 2-0. With 31 minutes remaining in the half, Senior Jenny Lambert shot the ball into the box on a corner kick. The ball rattled around, with neither team able to take possession, until junior defender Carmen Mikacenic picked it up and knocked it into the net for her first goal of the season. The team continued to dominate, only allowing Gordon scattered possessions in Tufts' territory, and clearing out any scoring chances produced by the Fighting Scots. Tufts was then able to add a third goal before the break.With two-and-a-half minutes left in the period, Lambert took a shot from the middle of the box. The ball slammed off the left post and was rebounded by sophomore forward Lynn Cooper. Cooper fired the ball across in front of the goal and senior striker Amanda Nagler deflected it around Gordon's keeper for her second goal of the season.The Scots almost got the goal back a minute later, but their attempt was thwarted by a great defensive effort. Sophomore goalkeeper Mara Schanfield came out away from the net to challenge a Gordon forward, who then dribbled around her and fired a shot into a seemingly open net. Mann, who made a switch from midfield to a defensive position this year, came out of nowhere to deflect the shot out of the goal, however, preserving the Jumbos' shutout through the end of the first half."I'm starting to get the hang of it now," Mann said. "It's not that much different from midfield, and while it is tough, I also have other teammates behind me who are helping me and teaching me."Gordon came into the second half playing with more intensity than it was able to muster earlier, but the Jumbo defense held strong, fighting off a number of attacks and refusing to even allow a shot on goal. With the strong defensive showing, Tufts was able to shift back into its normal playing style, dominating the game on the offensive end.Lambert capped off the day's scoring in the 54th minute, rocketing a shot over a leaping Gordon keeper and into the top of the net to give Tufts a 4-0 lead. Nagler picked up the assist for her team-leading sixth point of the season. From there, the Jumbos were able to coast to victory, easily keeping strong pressure on a tired defense that just barely managed to fend off a number of scoring opportunities.The Jumbos outshot the Fighting Scots 26-2 on the day, with Schanfield saving both of Gordon's shots on goal. Schanfield made the first start of her collegiate career yesterday, filling in for an injured Randee McArdle, who suffered a deep thigh bruise in the first half of Saturday's game against Conn. College. McArdle will be out for an indefinite amount of time."I was a little nervous," Schanfield said, "but I thought we played really well, so that helped me be less nervous.""Mara [Schanfield] played the second half of the Conn game and did great," coach Martha Whiting said. "I feel like she played great today also. For someone who doesn't have a lot of game experience, I think that she handled herself really well."Saturday's game at home against Conn College seemed to catch the team slightly off guard. The Jumbos were unable to get into a rhythm in the first half and fell behind 1-0 on a goal by NESCAC-leading scorer Meghan Welch."Saturday we didn't play so well in the first half," Whiting said. "We came out very flat, and we just didn't do some of the things we're supposed to do. Defensively we were spread out all around the field, and we sort of just let Conn play around us, and that eventually resulted in a goal."Tufts settled down in the second period, but was unable to convert on any of its scoring chances. Welch added an insurance goal in the 71st minute, but it wouldn't matter, as the Jumbos could not get the ball into the net."We stepped it up a lot in the second half," Whiting said, "and we were so much more intense, and we had so many opportunities. We hit the crossbar twice, and just had a lot of chances that we just couldn't finish."The victory yesterday helped the team rebound from its loss, however, and the Jumbos continue to build momentum as the season progresses. "The [Gordon] game totally boosted our confidence," Whiting said. "We played the way we know how to play, and had a really good game. I feel like it was a great way to come back after a loss. We dealt with our loss on Saturday, and we came back positively."The Jumbos will be on the road for their next three games, playing tough division matches against Colby, Wellesley, and Bates, before returning home October 5th to face Anna Maria.
Following presidential candidate Bill Bradley's foreign policy speech Monday in Cohen auditorium, which highlighted, among other topics, the Israeli-Arab conflict, Dr. Joel Migdal addressed the same issue when he spoke later that evening.
