The Lamron

Onlookers flock to naked demonstration

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

On a chilly Wednesday afternoon, 18 unclothed Geneseo students arranged themselves into a peace sign on the College Green in a demonstration dubbed "Naked for Peace."

Governor mandates more SUNY cuts

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

As Gov. David Paterson calls for additional cuts in expenditures for the 2008-2009 budget to reduce state spending, Geneseo and the entire SUNY system are facing difficult prospects.

Graphic design course one big mess

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

As the demand for graphic design increases in professional media, the graphics production minor at Geneseo is devolving. According to several students, inconsistent technology and an incompetent professor have put a hold on real-world preparation.

Graphics production is exclusively a minor, and there is no graphic design major at Geneseo.

Next year's Lamron staff set for fall

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Next year will see significant changes in top Lamron staff, as the paper recently elected a number of new editors for the 2008-2009 academic year.

Among the most notable changes, the current Lamron staff elected junior Dan Skahen to replace the editor-in-chief of two years, senior Jacob Kriss.

Student court tackles frozen-budget policy

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The rarely-used Student Court recently became the mediator in a controversy involving whether or not the Student Association should allot special monies to member organizations whose budgets are frozen.

At its April 9 meeting, SA passed the second reading of a proposal which promised Pride Alliance $214.

SA looks at major funding changes

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

After two heated debates at Student Association meetings, SA's Executive Committee passed a motion Wednesday to delay proposed changes in the Alliance for Community Enrichment's Constitution until May of 2009.

Typically, organizations funded by SA must formally ask the SA Executive Committee for a budget increase if they need additional money to implement programming or attend conferences than was previously allocated in their budget.

Concerts to get big boost

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Activities Commission will enjoy a significantly enlarged budget for its biannual concerts next year, following the SA Budget Committee's approval Wednesday night.

The concert's budget, which is comprised of an allocation from mandatory student fees and income generated from ticket sales, has already passed the first round of approval.

Academic departments see leadership changes

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Geneseo will see some substantial changes next year, as several key faculty members step down from administrative positions.

Dean of the College Susan Bailey will retire at the end of the semester, and both the School of the Arts and the School of Business will have new deans.

College falling behind technological curve

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Following the unanimous positive response to the student-composed Live Magazine project this past year, it is becoming an ever-present reality that graphic design and graphic art are two areas of study that are becoming increasingly popular in the college community. As businesses continue to go digital with much of their advertising, positions in these areas are at a very high demand.

A column four years in the making

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

I've thought about this column for a long, long time. I thought about it when I first took over as editor-in-chief two years ago, I thought about it after my first year was up and I've thought about it many, many times in the recent months as graduation grows closer.

Come on, she's just being Miley

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Miley Cyrus has been on the minds of everyone lately - and this time, it's not just for her insanely catchy, so-bad-it's-fantastic single that's on near-constant rotation at the IB. Cyrus has been the center of attention for news outlets and blogs thanks to the release of "topless" photographs that are set to appear in Vanity Fair next month.

FACEOFF: 'Naked for Peace' -A legitimate channel for expressing dissent?

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Yes - by making such a bold gesture the demonstrators succeeded in the difficult task of capturing our attention, and made us think about peace. By Matt Dubois Wednesday afternoon, a group of students dedicated to ending the war in Iraq gathered on the College Green to bare all for the cause, forming a fleshy monument in the name of peace.

Books: glorified paperweights?

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

"No I haven't read that one yet� I'll just wait until the movie comes out." Have you ever heard or used this phrase? I know that I have. And hey, it contains an element of truth - if a book is any good, they are going to turn it into a movie.

I have actually read many of the books that have made the leap to the silver screen in recent years, and the general opinion I have, with a few exceptions, is that it just isn't the same.

Letter to the Editor: Student: Stop complaining, enjoy Geneseo

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

To the editor:

The administration doesn't care about the students. Drinking and sex is ruining people's college experiences. The concert selection is awful. Every week it's something new. I feel like I'm living inside the movie PCU. We need to find something wrong with this school and tell everyone about it.

Letter to the Editor: Student casts doubt on accuracy of TurnItIn.com

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

To the editor:

After reading the article on TurnItIn.com, I arrived home to find my husband upset. He attends another college and was just accused of plagiarism using sites that he had never even heard of. One of his "plagiarisms" was the Constitution, which was cited!

We both have done research looking for articles pertaining to this and have found that the majority of news is positive.

Women: not just for babies!

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

At one point my friend Mary asked me if I ever look at my boyfriend (assuming that one day he'll be my husband) and feel bad that he has to work every day right up until he retires. "Why?" I asked. "I plan on doing the same thing." I told her that I even aspire to be the primary earner in my household.

Photo Page: Year in Photos

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Men's lacrosse into SUNYAC final

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The men's lacrosse team is in the SUNYAC final after defeating Potsdam 16-8 on Wednesday. The Knights turned sloppy play and turnovers by the Bears into early goals, taking a 7-2 lead behind junior Tom Costanza's three goals in the first quarter.

Women's track wins conference title

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The women's track team has been crowned conference champions after a resounding victory last weekend at the SUNYAC Championships. The men's injury-riddled squad finished a respectable fourth.

The women's squad totaled 165 points at the event, which was held at SUNY Cortland.

Out of Bounds: Which professional sport boasts the best postseason action?

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

A friend and I were recently debating which professional sport currently has the best postseason. They're all great, of course, but I argued that the pick definitely had to be�well, you'll see shortly. One man's rankings, in reverse order:

4. MLB: Somebody has to bring up the rear.

Catching up with Shauna Leonard

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Lamron: Was a desire to stay close to home the reason for choosing Geneseo lacrosse?

Shauna Leonard: No, I was looking at other schools that were farther from home but it made the most sense for me academically and financially to come here. I had strongly considered going to Siena, Penn State and SUNY Albany, but ended up choosing Geneseo in the end.

Loss ends postseason hopes for women's lax

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

On Tuesday, April 29, the Geneseo women's lacrosse team suffered a season-ending loss against SUNY Brockport, falling to the Eagles 11-9.

The loss, coupled with a loss to SUNY Cortland on Saturday and a victory over Elmira last Thursday, gave the Blue Knights an 11-5 record overall and left them 4-4 in conference play for the season.

Softball left out of SUNYACs

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The women's softball team needed some big wins in the last weekend of SUNYAC play to keep their playoff hopes alive, but dropped five of six games, bringing their season to an abrupt end.

The Lady Knights began the weekend at 9-7 in SUNYAC play and in a tight race with Oswego, Oneonta and New Paltz for the final postseason spots.

Alumni, student dance show a masterful mix

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

This past weekend, April 24-27, Geneseo Dance Ensemble welcomed back some exceptionally talented alumni for the collaborative performance, "Dancing Past to Present: Celebrating 40 Years."

Improv show a fantastic finale

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Brodie Black Box Theatre was crammed with students this past Friday afternoon as Geneseo's comedy improv group, No Laugh Track Required, put on its final performance of the year. The show featured a medley of classic improv skits, each humorously executed with a flair that kept the audience laughing throughout the afternoon.

Tiger a political tale of tragedy and triumph

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

This week the Brodie Black Box Theatre will host the emotional and highly political Asian-American play Carry the Tiger to the Mountain, directed by associate School of the Arts professor Randy Kaplan.

The play, written by Chinese-American playwright Cherylene Lee, is based on the real-life story of Chinese mother Lily Chin (sophomore Nicole Tsz Man Wong) whose son, Vincent (freshman Derek Wang), was brutally killed in Detroit in 1982 in a racially motivated incident by two white men.

Senior theses captivate at Kinetic

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Senior Thesis Exhibit in the Kinetic Gallery is currently showing the work of Gen Sato, Greg Kraus, and Trisha Roblee. All three artists have formed a personal identity for themselves as artists throughout their years at Geneseo that is portrayed in the unique theme or message of their work.

Apatow's Sarah Marshall a mildly funny flick

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Jason Segel has been paying his dues in bit parts for the Judd Apatow comedy factory, most notably and recently in Knocked Up, as Seth Rogen's smooth-talking lothario roommate. Finally, however, in Forgetting Sarah Marshall, Segel dons the mantle of leading role in a film he also wrote.

Music Review: Same story, different year for screamo band

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

There are two types of bands in the music industry: those that experiment and those who stick to a familiar formula. Story of the Year, now in their 13th year, is the latter type. In their newly released album, The Black Swan, there is no shortness of sounds, but originality is a concept entirely unexplored.

Tattoos: permanent part of student body

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Tattoos are a permanent form of body art that have existed for hundreds of years. However, in recent years, they have dropped their tough-biker stereotype and gained popularity among younger crowds, namely college-age individuals.

A number of Geneseo students are inked.

Gala not a drag for lovely, um, ladies

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The KnightSpot was rockin' and hoppin' Saturday night, April 26, when Pride Alliance hosted their 10th annual Drag Ball. Pride Alliance aimed to create a night that would be fun and entertaining. The KnightSpot saw a moderate turnout that made for a successful event.

INVASION OF PRIVACY: Junior Dan Skahen climbs The Lamron ladder to become new editor-in-chief

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Next year, when you find yourself in the Union mailroom, don't be surprised if you look in The Lamron office and see Dan Skahen working away. Skahen will be spending a good deal of time there, as he was just elected editor-in-chief for the 2008-2009 school year.

Springfest blooms despite rainy weather

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Geneseo's annual Springfest, hosted by Activities Commission, took place on Saturday, April 26. The event had to be moved to Kuhl Gym due to rain, but was still a success. Carnival-esque food such as snow cones, cotton candy, as well as the extremely popular barbecue chicken was all made available to the attendees.

A Day in the Life of....Graduating Seniors

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

As students venture through four years at Geneseo, good times ensue along with stress and loads of schoolwork. However, when senior year is up, reality kicks into gear and bittersweet memories predictably result.

Some members of the class of 2008 offered insight into their experience at Geneseo and their upcoming entrance into the "real world.

because it's your health...

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Tip of the Week:

Exercise Your Way

to Stress-Free Finals

People who exercise regularly will tell you they feel better. Some say it's because chemicals called neurotransmitters, produced in the brain, are stimulated during exercise. Since it's believed that neurotransmitters mediate our moods and emotions, they make us feel better and less stressed.

Puzzle Solutions from 4/24 Issue

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT