The Lamron

Earth Week: Recognized with awards, Geneseo to become greener

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The Rochester Business Journal has honored Geneseo with a 2010 Environmental Leadership Award in the Resource Reduction category as recognition of the college's environmental initiatives and progress toward sustainability.

Obama strengthens Title IX enforcement

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Title IX, a law banning gender discrimination in schools, is being reinterpreted once again after former President George W. Bush and his administration significantly relaxed the enforcement standards in 2005.

Although the law originally did not directly address sports, its greatest impact today is on intercollegiate athletics.

Sexual assault teach-inplanned for next year

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

In response to a report released earlier this year by the Center for Public Integrity, in addition to other concerns among members of the Geneseo community, a committee is planning a teach-in on sexual assault for next year.

"We need to have a more comprehensive approach to how we talk about sexual assault," said senior Isobel Connors, who has helped to plan the grassroots movement toward an organized teach-in.

Regents decision questions traditional teacher certification

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

On April 20, the New York State Board of Regents approved a program allowing alternative teaching groups such as Teach For America to create their own masters degree programs in teaching.

As a result, students hoping to become teachers in New York can opt not to attend graduate programs at conventional universities, instead choosing to receive certification through these alternative programs.

NY state budget a month overdue

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

New York state remains deadlocked, as negotiations over the state budget have still not been resolved despite a due date of nearly a month ago.

Gov. David Paterson, who demanded the budget be put to a vote in the New York Legislature, was refused a vote on April 28; the legislature will not reconvene again until May 3.

Chancellor unveils SUNY strategic plan at MCC

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

SUNY Chancellor Nancy Zimpher unveiled the SUNY strategic plan at Monroe Community College on Tuesday as part of a launch series designed to generate enthusiasm for the system's future.

Representatives from SUNY institutions throughout the greater Rochester region joined alumni, legislators and business leaders to applaud Zimpher's plans to make the 64 campuses in the system green, globalized and of economic value to the state.

Meet the incoming Lamron editorial board

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Julie McMahon, Editor-in-Chief -Senior -Major: English (Creative Writing) -What are you most excited about for next year?: The Lamron. Right now all I can think about is getting brand spanking new computers for the office. -Favorite Bulk Candy: Nerds Kevin Muller, Managing Editor -Senior -Major: Accounting -What are you most excited about for next year?: Building a car made out of Bendaroos.

'Gay? Fine by me ... ' panel lightens hearts, opens minds

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

On April 22, Wadsworth Auditorium hosted a panel of speakers discussing issues facing the Lesbian Bisexual Gay Transgender Queer Questioning Intersex community in a presentation and discussion entitled "Gay? Fine by me �"

Junior Richie Jaquith hosted the discussion and the panel included junior Dan Hart, associate professor of foreign languages Joaquin Gomez, senior Isobel Connors, high school teacher Shauna Marie O'Toole, School of Education graduate assistant Juliana White and communicative disorders and sciences lecturer Irene Belyakov.

Dean McKeever encourages registration feedback

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Associate Dean of the College Kerry McKeever is encouraging students to take a feedback survey regarding registration experiences and preferences. It is the first college-wide effort to gauge student feedback in a systematic manner.

"It's really important for us to document what we think is happening," McKeever said.

College steps up to budget crisis

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

This year presented Geneseo with some very serious challenges.

In the throes of a dismal economic climate, each of SUNY's 64 campuses has found itself in the same situation as nearly every individual, municipality, corporation and nation. In the struggle to meet financial commitments, cuts must be made: cuts to programs, cuts to payroll, cuts to utilities, cuts to investments in the future.

Tom Wilder peaces out

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

One would think that after copy editing countless articles this year and last, writing a cogent lede would be second nature. It's impossible to boil my experiences at The Lamron down to 35 words, however. Four long years ago, as a soul-searching Geneseo freshman, I had no idea what to do with my life.

Sex and the 'Seo

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Meg Musilli, Managing editor Oh, summer. We're all looking forward to that time of few responsibilities, flip-flops and flings, right? Except that some of us are faced with a tough decision before that time comes� No, I'm not talking about the choice between making minimum wage at Target or Walmart.

Letter to the Editor

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Last week's Mindless Entertainment column, "Bad and we ain't even mad," left me frustrated with its inaccuracy. While I understand it was not a full-blown opinion article, it was incompletely researched and hastily written. It is clear that the author's point is that hip-hop is becoming less offensive and possibly more respectful toward women, especially when judged against its roots in the 1980s.

Student Earth Day effort a responsible demonstration

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

I don't know if you saw the bear fountain on Earth Day last week, but if you did, you would definitely remember it.

Last Wednesday, a group of Geneseo students involved in Geneseo Environmental Organization scattered around the village to pick up trash. Upon collecting bags of litter, a tire and even a discarded water cooler, the students arranged it all in the fountain around midnight.

Arizona anti-immigration law an attack on civil liberties

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The state of Arizona now requires all citizens to carry identification and legal documentation as well as to submit to random questioning from any police officer at any time. The grounds for questioning? Looking "suspicious."

If there aren't serious alarm bells going off in your head right now, please read that again.

SA oligarchy in need of reform

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Student Association is an oligarchy. There, I said it. Eight people claim to represent the entire student body of Geneseo. Unfortunately, an oligarchy to represent 4,950 undergraduate students does not work.

For those of you who are unfamiliar with the way SA business meetings function, students present readings which are discussed only by those who are able to come to the meetings.

Track teams host second Geneseo Open

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The track and field teams put on a show last weekend when they hosted the second annual Geneseo Open, a non-scored meet that featured some of the Rochester area's top competition.

On the women's side, the highlights were all on the track as the Knights placed runners in the top spots in nearly all events.

Tennis swats Hamilton, 9-0

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The women's tennis team took an early lead in its 9-0 shutout of Hamilton College Saturday, improving to 15-2 for the year.

Head coach Jim Chen said that the team spent a great deal of time practicing doubles recently because those matches have been a weakness for the team in the past.

Equestrian member rides into nationals

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

For the first time in Geneseo history, a rider will be representing the college at the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association's national competition.

Sophomore Katie Roberts qualified in the sport's hardest event, the individual open equitation on the flat event.

Out of Bounds

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

While Buffalo once again will be waiting for next year's draft, perhaps with the benefit of the first overall pick, the Denver Broncos can hope they have found the heir to John Elway's throne. If not coach Josh McDaniels is in big trouble.

Tim Tebow has been called a lot of things since becoming a household name as the quarterback of the Florida Gators.

Lacrosse team runs away with victory at Oneonta

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The men's lacrosse team continued its season over the weekend, defeating No. 3 SUNY Oneonta 14-9 on Saturday to improve its overall record to 9-2.

The Knights got off to a fast start, racking up a 4-0 lead less than 10 minutes into the game. During that short stretch, junior Craig Lange and sophomore Brendan Kurpis were each able to score two goals.

Cheerleading team lifts itself to success

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The Geneseo cheerleading team has reason to be proud.

After losing its coach at the end of last year, the squad has continued to flourish in both participation and talent throughout the 2009-2010 academic year. Twenty six women traveled to four competitions this season, placing in the top three spots each time.

Softball team gears up for playoff run

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The women's softball team went 6-2 over a hectic stretch this week, sweeping doubleheaders against SUNY Potsdam and the Rochester Institute of Technology and splitting twinbills against SUNY Plattsburgh and Medaille College.

The week's activity began last Friday at Potsdam, a team that provided no trouble for the Knights.

"Mask Dance" a visionary collaboration from GENseng

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

"Mask Dance" Black Box Theater, Brodie Hall Thursday 7 p.m. Friday 4 p.m. Saturday 2 p.m. Tickets - $7 GENseng tackles the controversial subject of international adoption this weekend with Rick Shiomi's "Mask Dance," a play about Korean-American adoptees struggling to find their place in the world.

Contemporary art lecturer delivers new insight

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Last Thursday, Colby College Department Chair of Theater and Dance Lynne Conner delivered the inaugural lecture for the Contemporary Issues in the Arts, a new series at Geneseo.

Conner's lecture, "We the Audience," explored the evolution of audience behavior and how it can impact the communication between artist and receiver.

Studio art degrees culminate in campus-wide senior exhibits

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Thesis exhibitions from 13 of Geneseo's senior studio art majors are on display at the three art galleries across campus. Alyssa D'Anna, Katrina Fierle, Yuki Kawae, Lauren Recny, Heather Kinglsey, and Steve Vollo on display in the Lederer Gallery Monday - Thursday 12:30 - 3:30 p.

SOTA ensembles impress

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Geneseo's Wind Ensemble and Thursday and Monday Night Jazz Ensembles treated audiences to a serenade Friday in Wadsworth Auditorium, a musical adieu to the spring semester.

The concert, featuring a smorgasbord of sounds both modern and classical, was sung out with flair.

Interstellar drama Visits your television

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

ABC has a knack for crafting serial dramas that grab your brain and don't let go, and "V," the new science fiction show that airs after "Lost," is 100 percent capable of holding your neurons hostage.

It sounds like a formulaic concept: The Visitors (V for short) have come to Earth, parking their ships over major cities and telling everyone all they want is peace and a "mineral that's plentiful on Earth.

Sexual Assault Awareness Week gives voice to silenced

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

According to the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network's Web site, someone in the United States is sexually assaulted every two minutes. While Geneseo cannot escape the effects of sexual assault, proactive students are making strides toward raising awareness for prevention.

INVASION OF PRIVACY: Lamron EIC-elect Julie McMahon knows roots, spreads branches

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

When Julie McMahon was eight years old, she created and wrote The McMahon Weekly, a newspaper to keep her ailing grandfather updated on her life after he moved from her hometown of Stamford, N.Y. to Long Island. Fast forward 12 years, and McMahon, now a junior English major, is set to become the next editor-in-chief of The Lamron.

Students join Dahl on sustainable stroll to work

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Members of the Geneseo Environmental Organization kicked off Earth Day last week by greeting President Christopher Dahl at his house and walking with him to work.

To encourage sustainable practices, Dahl agreed to suspend his daily routine of driving to work from his home on Main Street and instead walked to his office in Erwin Hall.

A Day in the Life of: Gates police officer divulges job thrills, drawbacks

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

As I sat waiting for my ticket, I hated the speed trap, the 30 mph zone and the fact that it was on a sharp slope. I was tempted to hate the officer writing the ticket, but I didn't know him. Honestly, I only know one cop. So I called Officer Chris Grimm to help me understand the police mentality.

BSU show a golden ticket to fashion

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Black Student Union's third annual fashion show Saturday showed off the sweeter side of fashion employing the bold, eye-catching colors and styles of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. "The clothing in each scene of the show was based on a scene from the movie," said sophomore Lacee Hamilton.

Drag Ball a romp fit for royalty

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Boys, girls and everyone in between cheered when vivacious drag ball hostess DeeDee Dubois took the stage Saturday night, her pink wig shimmering in the glare of the KnightSpot disco ball. She made it clear early on that, well, most boundaries were going to be left at the door.

Incidental Amusements

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Goodbyes are never easy. Maybe you're trying to say goodbye to a dying parent. Maybe you're saying goodbye to an opportunity that has slipped through your fingers. Maybe you're trying to say goodbye to a woman you picked up at the bar who wants to stay for breakfast even though you've already called a cab.