Saturday, May 1, 2010
About this blog
This blog is a compilation of work I completed during my senior year of high school and my freshman year of college. While in high school, I took a journalism class at the local college, Doane College. I enjoyed it so much that I eventually came to Doane, where I am majoring in Journalism and International Studies.
Swan Dead after Dog Bite
Published 5-7-09
http://www.doaneline.com/swan-dead-after-dog-bite-1.1746552
One of Doane’s swans died after being attacked by a dog last weekend.
Brian Flesner, manager of grounds and fleet services, said the swan was injured either Stop Day or the following day. No witnesses have forward with information about the event.
Flesner said it was thought a snapping turtle caused the damage to the upper part of the swan’s leg, since snapping turtles have used Doane ponds as a habitat in the past, but a vet confirmed that it was a dog bite. The swan was treated, but later died from infection and toxins in the wound.
“The dogs that were on campus that day were turned into animal services, and then returned to their owners,” Flesner said. “Since then, they’re gotten out again. However, we’ve spoken with the owner so hopefully it won’t happen again. We don’t foresee it being an ongoing problem.”
The other swan from the front pond is doing well.
“The female swan is fine; she’s with her eggs, and is getting ‘room service,’” Flesner said. “We’re making sure she stays healthy.”
Because swans mate for life, the female will be kept with her young until they can survive on their own, and then a new home will be found for her. Flesner said it’s not known at this time where she will end up.
A new pair of swans, which cost around $300 or $350 per bird, will be purchased for the pond will be purchased for the pond sometime in June or July.
http://www.doaneline.com/swan-dead-after-dog-bite-1.1746552
One of Doane’s swans died after being attacked by a dog last weekend.
Brian Flesner, manager of grounds and fleet services, said the swan was injured either Stop Day or the following day. No witnesses have forward with information about the event.
Flesner said it was thought a snapping turtle caused the damage to the upper part of the swan’s leg, since snapping turtles have used Doane ponds as a habitat in the past, but a vet confirmed that it was a dog bite. The swan was treated, but later died from infection and toxins in the wound.
“The dogs that were on campus that day were turned into animal services, and then returned to their owners,” Flesner said. “Since then, they’re gotten out again. However, we’ve spoken with the owner so hopefully it won’t happen again. We don’t foresee it being an ongoing problem.”
The other swan from the front pond is doing well.
“The female swan is fine; she’s with her eggs, and is getting ‘room service,’” Flesner said. “We’re making sure she stays healthy.”
Because swans mate for life, the female will be kept with her young until they can survive on their own, and then a new home will be found for her. Flesner said it’s not known at this time where she will end up.
A new pair of swans, which cost around $300 or $350 per bird, will be purchased for the pond will be purchased for the pond sometime in June or July.
Ex-Student to be Arraigned in Sexual Assault Case
Published 4-2-09
http://www.doaneline.com/ex-student-to-be-arraigned-in-sexual-assault-case-1.1639675
Former Doane student Luke Reeves has been bound over to District Court in Wilber on a charge of first-degree sexual assault of a minor in connection with an incident that happened Nov. 15 in Burrage Hall, according to court records.
Saline County Court Judge J. Patrick McCardle on March 19 found probable cause during a preliminary hearing to bind the case over to District Court for trial. Reeves faces arraignment in District Court at 10:30 a.m. on April 20, though a request for a continuance until May 15 has been filed by his lawyer, Sean J. Brennan of Brennan & Nielsen Law Offices in Lincoln.
Under Nebraska's judicial system, district courts primarily hear all felony criminal cases, equity cases and civil cases involving more than $51,000. Sexual assault is a class II felony. According to Nebraska law, the sentencing judge considers whether the convicted person caused serious personal injury to the victim in reaching a decision on the sentence.
Reeves was arrested Nov. 17 after giving what Crete Police called "a voluntary verbal and written confession" to having sex with a female Doane College student at a party "after she told him she did not want to have sex," according to Saline County Court records. A separate charge of disturbing the peace was dismissed at Reeves’ preliminary hearing.
Safety Director Russ Hewitt declined to comment on the case. Neither Reeves nor Brennan could be reached for comment. Kim Jacobs, vice president for Enrollment Management and Student Leadership, confirmed that Reeves was no longer enrolled at Doane College.
According to a Crete police report, a Doane student was sexually assaulted on the night of Nov. 15, after the victim repeatedly told her assailant to stop. Two days later, the victim contacted the Crete Police Department to file a report about the incident.
http://www.doaneline.com/ex-student-to-be-arraigned-in-sexual-assault-case-1.1639675
Former Doane student Luke Reeves has been bound over to District Court in Wilber on a charge of first-degree sexual assault of a minor in connection with an incident that happened Nov. 15 in Burrage Hall, according to court records.
Saline County Court Judge J. Patrick McCardle on March 19 found probable cause during a preliminary hearing to bind the case over to District Court for trial. Reeves faces arraignment in District Court at 10:30 a.m. on April 20, though a request for a continuance until May 15 has been filed by his lawyer, Sean J. Brennan of Brennan & Nielsen Law Offices in Lincoln.
Under Nebraska's judicial system, district courts primarily hear all felony criminal cases, equity cases and civil cases involving more than $51,000. Sexual assault is a class II felony. According to Nebraska law, the sentencing judge considers whether the convicted person caused serious personal injury to the victim in reaching a decision on the sentence.
Reeves was arrested Nov. 17 after giving what Crete Police called "a voluntary verbal and written confession" to having sex with a female Doane College student at a party "after she told him she did not want to have sex," according to Saline County Court records. A separate charge of disturbing the peace was dismissed at Reeves’ preliminary hearing.
Safety Director Russ Hewitt declined to comment on the case. Neither Reeves nor Brennan could be reached for comment. Kim Jacobs, vice president for Enrollment Management and Student Leadership, confirmed that Reeves was no longer enrolled at Doane College.
According to a Crete police report, a Doane student was sexually assaulted on the night of Nov. 15, after the victim repeatedly told her assailant to stop. Two days later, the victim contacted the Crete Police Department to file a report about the incident.
Quads Broken Into, May Have Been Prank
Published 3-5-09
http://www.doaneline.com/quads-broken-into-may-have-been-prank-1.1596831
One of the quads in Burrage hall was broken into between 9 p.m. Sunday and 1 a.m. Monday.
According to Russ Hewitt, the director of campus safety, it was suspected that someone broke into the quad through a window.
“[The burglar] then did some actions in there that might be considered pranks or what people typically call pranks,” he said. “Or it might have been that they were looking for something and just didn’t find what they were looking for. Regardless, the big thing on that is that the campus has to report that as a burglary. Burglaries are federally reported. So even in the event that this person thought they were doing something as a joke or a prank, we are pursuing it as a crime.”
Since burglary is a felony, Hewitt said that, if found, the person responsible would be turned in to the police department.
“There’s just no excuse for entering some other student’s room for any reason without permission,” Hewitt said. “There’s a lot of bad that can happen. The federal crime report that we have to send in, that data stays on there forever. So while somebody thought they were just joking, they just affected the entire campus’s crime stats. We can’t go back in later and say ‘Oh, well the person just said they were messing around.’ That’s not the way the government looks at it.”
Freshman Ben Hinrichs said the break-in didn’t seem like that big of a deal.
“You can break into any room anywhere,” he said. “I mean, it’s a prank; get over it. I’d be pissed off if my room got broken into, but I’m not going to file a report.”
Junior Laura Foord said it’ has happened before, and it will probably happen again. But she said she wasn’t too worried that someone would break into her room.
“Windows here [in Frees] are a little less easy to break into,” she said. “As long as everyone is careful and locks their doors, I don’t think it’s that big a deal. If someone is going to break in somewhere, they’re going to do it anyway, so I don’t think there’s too much more you can do.”
Even if the person who broke into the quad was doing so as a prank,
Hewitt said there are still consequences they will have to face.
“It has to do with respect,” he said. “Respect for other people’s property; respect for their personal living environment. If there was a student involved, they need to understand they run the risk of everything from immediate removal from campus housing to suspension aside from report to the police department.”
http://www.doaneline.com/quads-broken-into-may-have-been-prank-1.1596831
One of the quads in Burrage hall was broken into between 9 p.m. Sunday and 1 a.m. Monday.
According to Russ Hewitt, the director of campus safety, it was suspected that someone broke into the quad through a window.
“[The burglar] then did some actions in there that might be considered pranks or what people typically call pranks,” he said. “Or it might have been that they were looking for something and just didn’t find what they were looking for. Regardless, the big thing on that is that the campus has to report that as a burglary. Burglaries are federally reported. So even in the event that this person thought they were doing something as a joke or a prank, we are pursuing it as a crime.”
Since burglary is a felony, Hewitt said that, if found, the person responsible would be turned in to the police department.
“There’s just no excuse for entering some other student’s room for any reason without permission,” Hewitt said. “There’s a lot of bad that can happen. The federal crime report that we have to send in, that data stays on there forever. So while somebody thought they were just joking, they just affected the entire campus’s crime stats. We can’t go back in later and say ‘Oh, well the person just said they were messing around.’ That’s not the way the government looks at it.”
Freshman Ben Hinrichs said the break-in didn’t seem like that big of a deal.
“You can break into any room anywhere,” he said. “I mean, it’s a prank; get over it. I’d be pissed off if my room got broken into, but I’m not going to file a report.”
Junior Laura Foord said it’ has happened before, and it will probably happen again. But she said she wasn’t too worried that someone would break into her room.
“Windows here [in Frees] are a little less easy to break into,” she said. “As long as everyone is careful and locks their doors, I don’t think it’s that big a deal. If someone is going to break in somewhere, they’re going to do it anyway, so I don’t think there’s too much more you can do.”
Even if the person who broke into the quad was doing so as a prank,
Hewitt said there are still consequences they will have to face.
“It has to do with respect,” he said. “Respect for other people’s property; respect for their personal living environment. If there was a student involved, they need to understand they run the risk of everything from immediate removal from campus housing to suspension aside from report to the police department.”
New Cafeteria Regulations Enforced, Students Upset
Published 2-25-09
http://www.doaneline.com/new-cafeteria-regulations-enforced-students-upset-1.1573821
New regulations requiring cashiers to scan students’ ID cards for meals have caused mixed feelings among Doane students.
The new policy, which is in effect for the cafeteria, Tiger Inn, and Common Grounds, requires employees to scan students’ ID cards, instead of students swiping the cards themselves.
Tony Hayes, the dining services general manager, said the new policy allowed cashiers time to greet the student, as well as giving them time to make sure the student wasn’t out of meal plans, which had become a problem recently.
“We’ve had students sneaking in or swiping their cards twice, but they can’t do that,” said Hayes. “I sat down with the managers and staff, and they agree. People have been jumping line; it’s getting out of control. It’s not many students, but more than I’m used to.”
Hayes, who worked at Creighton University for eight years, said they always used that system there.
“Out of all the other places I’ve worked, none of them let students swipe their own cards,” he said. “The cashier takes the card, looks at it, and then swipes it. I don’t understand what the big deal is.”
Still, some students feel this new system is unnecessary.
“I think it’s a little bit ridiculous that they give us the cards and everything, and we pay a lot to go here, but the one thing we can’t do is swipe our own cards,” sophomore John Carvana said. “I don’t think the employees need to be doing it. We can do it ourselves.”
Freshman Bailey Peyton said the new policy seems useless.
“It is a waste of time, and pointless,” she said. “People are still going to use other people’s cards. This just ends up taking more time.”
Sharing meal credits is not allowed, though.
“They should be told at the office what the rules are when they sign up for their meal plan. The college knows,” Hayes said. “The reason is it’s not fair to other students. It lowers the number of people who are on meal plans. If everyone shared their meals, nobody would be buying their own plans. That’s not right. If people stopped sharing meals, the college would be better off, and there would be more specials.”
Some people believe these rules are unfair to students.
“We already pay for our meals,” said Carvana. “Last year, I didn’t have anytime meals, and I’d get hungry outside of the meal times, because I was still getting used to the time zone. So I’d get hungry at strange times, but I couldn’t use my meals. I had to either borrow meals from a friend or not eat.”
Peyton agrees that students should be able to share meal credits with other students.
“I really don’t see what the problem is with students using other people’s meal plans, as long as the student is willing,” she said. “I don’t know why it matters to the school whose meal plan it is.”
Though what it comes down to, Hayes said, is cost.
“Some students have been taking food from the Tiger grab-and-go option without scanning their cards,” said Hayes. “It’s not a lot of them; most of the students are very honest. But when students do that, it raises our costs, which will eventually lead to rising student costs. We’re not here to give away free meals. It’s my job; trying to save loss in ways that won’t hurt the service. I’m not here to hurt anybody, I’m here to try and make things better for students.”
http://www.doaneline.com/new-cafeteria-regulations-enforced-students-upset-1.1573821
New regulations requiring cashiers to scan students’ ID cards for meals have caused mixed feelings among Doane students.
The new policy, which is in effect for the cafeteria, Tiger Inn, and Common Grounds, requires employees to scan students’ ID cards, instead of students swiping the cards themselves.
Tony Hayes, the dining services general manager, said the new policy allowed cashiers time to greet the student, as well as giving them time to make sure the student wasn’t out of meal plans, which had become a problem recently.
“We’ve had students sneaking in or swiping their cards twice, but they can’t do that,” said Hayes. “I sat down with the managers and staff, and they agree. People have been jumping line; it’s getting out of control. It’s not many students, but more than I’m used to.”
Hayes, who worked at Creighton University for eight years, said they always used that system there.
“Out of all the other places I’ve worked, none of them let students swipe their own cards,” he said. “The cashier takes the card, looks at it, and then swipes it. I don’t understand what the big deal is.”
Still, some students feel this new system is unnecessary.
“I think it’s a little bit ridiculous that they give us the cards and everything, and we pay a lot to go here, but the one thing we can’t do is swipe our own cards,” sophomore John Carvana said. “I don’t think the employees need to be doing it. We can do it ourselves.”
Freshman Bailey Peyton said the new policy seems useless.
“It is a waste of time, and pointless,” she said. “People are still going to use other people’s cards. This just ends up taking more time.”
Sharing meal credits is not allowed, though.
“They should be told at the office what the rules are when they sign up for their meal plan. The college knows,” Hayes said. “The reason is it’s not fair to other students. It lowers the number of people who are on meal plans. If everyone shared their meals, nobody would be buying their own plans. That’s not right. If people stopped sharing meals, the college would be better off, and there would be more specials.”
Some people believe these rules are unfair to students.
“We already pay for our meals,” said Carvana. “Last year, I didn’t have anytime meals, and I’d get hungry outside of the meal times, because I was still getting used to the time zone. So I’d get hungry at strange times, but I couldn’t use my meals. I had to either borrow meals from a friend or not eat.”
Peyton agrees that students should be able to share meal credits with other students.
“I really don’t see what the problem is with students using other people’s meal plans, as long as the student is willing,” she said. “I don’t know why it matters to the school whose meal plan it is.”
Though what it comes down to, Hayes said, is cost.
“Some students have been taking food from the Tiger grab-and-go option without scanning their cards,” said Hayes. “It’s not a lot of them; most of the students are very honest. But when students do that, it raises our costs, which will eventually lead to rising student costs. We’re not here to give away free meals. It’s my job; trying to save loss in ways that won’t hurt the service. I’m not here to hurt anybody, I’m here to try and make things better for students.”
New Face at Safety Desk
Published 2-12-09
http://www.doaneline.com/new-face-at-safety-desk-1.1373076
A new face is sitting behind the desk at the safety office.
Morgan Epley is the new late night Safety Administrator for the safety office. She was raised in Columbus, Nebraska, about an hour and forty-five minutes from Crete. She has two brothers and one sister.
“We were all adopted from different families,” Epley said. “I appreciate my family a lot.”
After graduating from Columbus High in 2004, Epley attended Central Community College for a year before transferring to Wayne State. She obtained a bachelor’s degree in science, with an emphasis in criminal justice.
“At a very young age, I was interested in criminal justice,” said Epley. “I had an opportunity when I was at Wayne State to work in the security department. I liked working at the college level.”
When she found out there was an open position at Doane, Epley says she was excited, even though it would be a change.
“Going from the 3,500 [students] we had at Wayne State to the 900 at Doane was a bit of change,” she said. “But I’m really enjoying it so far. I fit right in with my co-workers and with the security team. I’ve also met a lot of faculty and staff. They’ve always been willing to help out if I get lost.”
“I want students to know that they can focus on school, and not have to worry about how safe they are,” said Epley. “That’s our job. We’re here to make students feel safe. “
In the next couple of years, Epley says she would love to start a R.A.D program at Doane.
R.A.D, which stands for Rape, Aggression, and Defense, is a program designed to show girls various situations that could lead to trouble, including key signs to avoid.
“I was fortunate enough to be able to go through the R.A.D program, and I’m hoping to allow female students here to have to same opportunity,” she said. “It teaches them things like how to carry your keys between your fingers when you’re walking to your car and other tips like that.”
Epley said she wants students and faculty to feel free to approach her with any questions or concerns.
“I am a very open person,” she said. “I’d like people to feel free to come up to me. I want them to know that I’m here for their safety.”
http://www.doaneline.com/new-face-at-safety-desk-1.1373076
A new face is sitting behind the desk at the safety office.
Morgan Epley is the new late night Safety Administrator for the safety office. She was raised in Columbus, Nebraska, about an hour and forty-five minutes from Crete. She has two brothers and one sister.
“We were all adopted from different families,” Epley said. “I appreciate my family a lot.”
After graduating from Columbus High in 2004, Epley attended Central Community College for a year before transferring to Wayne State. She obtained a bachelor’s degree in science, with an emphasis in criminal justice.
“At a very young age, I was interested in criminal justice,” said Epley. “I had an opportunity when I was at Wayne State to work in the security department. I liked working at the college level.”
When she found out there was an open position at Doane, Epley says she was excited, even though it would be a change.
“Going from the 3,500 [students] we had at Wayne State to the 900 at Doane was a bit of change,” she said. “But I’m really enjoying it so far. I fit right in with my co-workers and with the security team. I’ve also met a lot of faculty and staff. They’ve always been willing to help out if I get lost.”
“I want students to know that they can focus on school, and not have to worry about how safe they are,” said Epley. “That’s our job. We’re here to make students feel safe. “
In the next couple of years, Epley says she would love to start a R.A.D program at Doane.
R.A.D, which stands for Rape, Aggression, and Defense, is a program designed to show girls various situations that could lead to trouble, including key signs to avoid.
“I was fortunate enough to be able to go through the R.A.D program, and I’m hoping to allow female students here to have to same opportunity,” she said. “It teaches them things like how to carry your keys between your fingers when you’re walking to your car and other tips like that.”
Epley said she wants students and faculty to feel free to approach her with any questions or concerns.
“I am a very open person,” she said. “I’d like people to feel free to come up to me. I want them to know that I’m here for their safety.”
Wood Casings, Not Beams Cause of Ceiling Collapse
Published 2-1-09
http://www.doaneline.com/wood-casings-not-beams-cause-of-ceiling-collapse-1.1321015
Wooden casings fell from the Chab Weyers Art and Education building Wednesday around 1:30 p.m. but did not injure anyone according to an e-mail sent out by the marketing communications department.
Julie Schmidt, vice president for financial affairs, said the heavy wooden casings, which surrounded the electric shades, fell but did not effect any of the support beams.
“The casings were not attached so that they properly supported the shades,” Schmidt said. “Eventually, the weight was too much, and they [the casings] collapsed. You hope something like this never happens. I’m just so happy no one was hurt.”
Even though the casings fell, the building itself is still solid, Schmidt said. A structural engineer was on the scene soon after the incident occurred, and reported that the structure was sound.
Schmidt compared the incident to a picture frame falling off a wall.
“Even if the frame fell, you wouldn’t worry about the wall collapsing, or the ceiling for that matter,” Schmidt said. “At the time, there was no danger of anything else falling.”
After the incident occurred, the rest of the building was checked out to make sure the other casings were secure.
“There are similar casings on the third floor of the art and education building,” Schmidt said. “One of them is not properly supported, and so it’s been blocked off until it can be replaced.”
Russ Hewitt, director of campus safety, said Doane was working to secure students’ safety.
“What they've done is to just take precautions,” Hewitt said. “They closed off the West area so no students would walk through it and get hurt, and at the time, they wanted to make sure nothing else could fall.”
The contractor used for the construction of the Art and Education building, Kingery Construction, has taken full responsibility for the incident and will be paying for the repairs.
“It certainly gives us pause as to whether we will use them again,” Schmidt said. “But I’m sure it was human error. I don’t think they would intentionally put anyone in danger. Thankfully, the only fatality was a chair or a lamp.”
http://www.doaneline.com/wood-casings-not-beams-cause-of-ceiling-collapse-1.1321015
Wooden casings fell from the Chab Weyers Art and Education building Wednesday around 1:30 p.m. but did not injure anyone according to an e-mail sent out by the marketing communications department.
Julie Schmidt, vice president for financial affairs, said the heavy wooden casings, which surrounded the electric shades, fell but did not effect any of the support beams.
“The casings were not attached so that they properly supported the shades,” Schmidt said. “Eventually, the weight was too much, and they [the casings] collapsed. You hope something like this never happens. I’m just so happy no one was hurt.”
Even though the casings fell, the building itself is still solid, Schmidt said. A structural engineer was on the scene soon after the incident occurred, and reported that the structure was sound.
Schmidt compared the incident to a picture frame falling off a wall.
“Even if the frame fell, you wouldn’t worry about the wall collapsing, or the ceiling for that matter,” Schmidt said. “At the time, there was no danger of anything else falling.”
After the incident occurred, the rest of the building was checked out to make sure the other casings were secure.
“There are similar casings on the third floor of the art and education building,” Schmidt said. “One of them is not properly supported, and so it’s been blocked off until it can be replaced.”
Russ Hewitt, director of campus safety, said Doane was working to secure students’ safety.
“What they've done is to just take precautions,” Hewitt said. “They closed off the West area so no students would walk through it and get hurt, and at the time, they wanted to make sure nothing else could fall.”
The contractor used for the construction of the Art and Education building, Kingery Construction, has taken full responsibility for the incident and will be paying for the repairs.
“It certainly gives us pause as to whether we will use them again,” Schmidt said. “But I’m sure it was human error. I don’t think they would intentionally put anyone in danger. Thankfully, the only fatality was a chair or a lamp.”
No Injuries in Ceiling Collapse
Published 1-28-09
http://www.doaneline.com/no-injuries-in-ceiling-collapse-1.1316301
Two pillars collapsed on the east side of the Chab Weyers and Hixson Lied Art and Education Building at about 1:30 p.m. Wednesday.
According to an e-mail sent out by Russ Hewitt, director of campus safety, no one was in the area, and there were no reported injuries. There is no known cause as of yet, and the west doors have been shut off for the time being.
Freshman Allison Van Driel was in the room next to the collapse.
“I was in my philosophy class and all of a sudden we heard a big boom and all rushed to see what had happened,” Van Driel said. “We thought that the chandelier had fallen, but it was two of the beams.”
Another student, freshman Ben Hinrichs, was also in the building but he said it didn’t disrupt his class.
“I just thought somebody tipped over something above us,” Hinrichs said. “ It was muffled, but it was really loud. My professor was in mid sentence when it happened, but he didn’t skip a beat.”
Some students didn’t have first-hand experience with the collapse, but they soon heard about it.
Sophomore Beth Hein heard about the incident from one of her professors.
“I heard about it from Betty Levitov, who talked about it in class,” Hein said. “When I first found out about it, I laughed. But then I thought it was the chandelier that had fallen, and I was sad.”
This incident also caused some students, like Hein, to feel apprehensive about future remodeling plans.
“It makes me wonder how the Frees (Hall) renovation is going to turn out,” Hein said. “Something else might collapse.”
Hinrichs, though, said his main concern was what could have happened.
“I’m not too worried about buildings falling apart,” Hinrichs said. “But honestly, I could foresee them having to close the building for a while to evaluate everything. I mean, if someone had gotten hit, they would be dead.”
http://www.doaneline.com/no-injuries-in-ceiling-collapse-1.1316301
Two pillars collapsed on the east side of the Chab Weyers and Hixson Lied Art and Education Building at about 1:30 p.m. Wednesday.
According to an e-mail sent out by Russ Hewitt, director of campus safety, no one was in the area, and there were no reported injuries. There is no known cause as of yet, and the west doors have been shut off for the time being.
Freshman Allison Van Driel was in the room next to the collapse.
“I was in my philosophy class and all of a sudden we heard a big boom and all rushed to see what had happened,” Van Driel said. “We thought that the chandelier had fallen, but it was two of the beams.”
Another student, freshman Ben Hinrichs, was also in the building but he said it didn’t disrupt his class.
“I just thought somebody tipped over something above us,” Hinrichs said. “ It was muffled, but it was really loud. My professor was in mid sentence when it happened, but he didn’t skip a beat.”
Some students didn’t have first-hand experience with the collapse, but they soon heard about it.
Sophomore Beth Hein heard about the incident from one of her professors.
“I heard about it from Betty Levitov, who talked about it in class,” Hein said. “When I first found out about it, I laughed. But then I thought it was the chandelier that had fallen, and I was sad.”
This incident also caused some students, like Hein, to feel apprehensive about future remodeling plans.
“It makes me wonder how the Frees (Hall) renovation is going to turn out,” Hein said. “Something else might collapse.”
Hinrichs, though, said his main concern was what could have happened.
“I’m not too worried about buildings falling apart,” Hinrichs said. “But honestly, I could foresee them having to close the building for a while to evaluate everything. I mean, if someone had gotten hit, they would be dead.”
Events Coordinator Position Open
Published 12-6-07
http://www.doaneline.com/2.7185/events-coordinator-position-open-1.761301
Doane is looking to hire a new events coordinator.
Janet Jeffries, who recently accepted a position in the library, formerly held the position.
"When Janet got the [coordinator] position, she was also a college historian," said Kim Jacobs, vice president for Enrollment Management and Student Leadership. "This doesn't apply to the new position."
Events such as homecoming and building dedications are examples of what the events coordinator is in charge of, said Gerry Johnson, who is currently in charge of the master calendar.
The position will report to the director of the Office of Communication and Marketing, Jacque Pomajzl. Formerly, the position reported to the vice president for Advancement.
Detailed responsibilities include the following:
--Planning and executing academic ceremonies (such as opening convocation, commencement, and presidential inauguration), recognition events and summer conferences.
--Helping to oversee the master calendar.
--Developing or assisting in the coordination of event-related print materials, publicity and photography.
--Acting as the on-site event coordinator and key contact for guests, college personnel and vendors.
--Organizing an event planning system to ensure event needs are met.
--Managing cost effectiveness of events.
--Supporting other marketing-related responsibilities.
--Managing the inventory of event supplies.
Anyone interested in the position should contact Cindy Alberts, the executive secretary for Financial Affairs, or fill out an application on the Doane Web site.
http://www.doaneline.com/2.7185/events-coordinator-position-open-1.761301
Doane is looking to hire a new events coordinator.
Janet Jeffries, who recently accepted a position in the library, formerly held the position.
"When Janet got the [coordinator] position, she was also a college historian," said Kim Jacobs, vice president for Enrollment Management and Student Leadership. "This doesn't apply to the new position."
Events such as homecoming and building dedications are examples of what the events coordinator is in charge of, said Gerry Johnson, who is currently in charge of the master calendar.
The position will report to the director of the Office of Communication and Marketing, Jacque Pomajzl. Formerly, the position reported to the vice president for Advancement.
Detailed responsibilities include the following:
--Planning and executing academic ceremonies (such as opening convocation, commencement, and presidential inauguration), recognition events and summer conferences.
--Helping to oversee the master calendar.
--Developing or assisting in the coordination of event-related print materials, publicity and photography.
--Acting as the on-site event coordinator and key contact for guests, college personnel and vendors.
--Organizing an event planning system to ensure event needs are met.
--Managing cost effectiveness of events.
--Supporting other marketing-related responsibilities.
--Managing the inventory of event supplies.
Anyone interested in the position should contact Cindy Alberts, the executive secretary for Financial Affairs, or fill out an application on the Doane Web site.
Party Policies Re-Evaluated
Published 11-19-07
http://www.doaneline.com/2.7185/party-policies-re-evaluated-1.761349
Drunk driving is not acceptable, and soon, using the Doane vans for safe trips back to the dorms may not be either.
Currently, students may use Doane vans for school-sponsored events, with the recommendation of a faculty member. If students are going to an event where alcohol will be present, there must be a designated driver. However, students attending events where there is alcohol may soon be unable to use Doane's vans for transportation.
The change is coming after a recent review of Doane's policies.
"Our insurance company alerted us that if the passengers are intoxicated, then it becomes just as much of a distraction as the driver being compromised," said Julie Schmidt, vice president for finance and administration. "They [the passengers] can get a little rowdy and be doing all sorts of things, so they [the insurance company] recommended to us that we not allow the use of vehicles to any event where any of the participants in the vehicle would be involved in the use of alcohol."
Other schools, such as Nebraska Wesleyan University, use a different method of getting students home safely.
"I think our resources are a little more limited," chmidt said. "Wesleyan uses a local cab company, but I don't think Crete has one."
Wesleyan Wheels is a safe-ride program for students at Wesleyan, according to the school's Web site. If students find themselves in a position where they either shouldn't be driving or don't have a ride, they call a specific taxi company. The company picks the student up providing the student has his or her ID with them.
"We have a contract with a cab company, which is paid for by the student fee," said Kathy Shellogg, Wesleyan's associate vice president for student life. "Our student government association pays about $4,000 directly to the cab company for this service. It was created as a way to ensure students' safety no matter what situation they found themselves in. Certainly we do not want students drinking and driving."
Wesleyan Wheels runs from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., and while the drivers will only take students to their dorms, it offers a way for students to get home safely.
Tuxedo parties may permanently be a thing of the past, as Crete's Parks and Recreation department will soon be voting on whether or not to ban alcohol from all city parks.
The idea of banning alcohol came up because of issues that arose during a softball tournament at Tuxedo Park two years ago, according to Aaron Steffensmeier, Crete's park supervisor.
"We had some problems with the coed softball team and the drinking, and they started a fight," Steffensmeier said.
The overall goal of both new policies is safety.
"When parents drop their kids off here, they have a certain level of trust that we're doing everything we can," Schmidt said. "It's just a matter of keeping our kids safe."
http://www.doaneline.com/2.7185/party-policies-re-evaluated-1.761349
Drunk driving is not acceptable, and soon, using the Doane vans for safe trips back to the dorms may not be either.
Currently, students may use Doane vans for school-sponsored events, with the recommendation of a faculty member. If students are going to an event where alcohol will be present, there must be a designated driver. However, students attending events where there is alcohol may soon be unable to use Doane's vans for transportation.
The change is coming after a recent review of Doane's policies.
"Our insurance company alerted us that if the passengers are intoxicated, then it becomes just as much of a distraction as the driver being compromised," said Julie Schmidt, vice president for finance and administration. "They [the passengers] can get a little rowdy and be doing all sorts of things, so they [the insurance company] recommended to us that we not allow the use of vehicles to any event where any of the participants in the vehicle would be involved in the use of alcohol."
Other schools, such as Nebraska Wesleyan University, use a different method of getting students home safely.
"I think our resources are a little more limited," chmidt said. "Wesleyan uses a local cab company, but I don't think Crete has one."
Wesleyan Wheels is a safe-ride program for students at Wesleyan, according to the school's Web site. If students find themselves in a position where they either shouldn't be driving or don't have a ride, they call a specific taxi company. The company picks the student up providing the student has his or her ID with them.
"We have a contract with a cab company, which is paid for by the student fee," said Kathy Shellogg, Wesleyan's associate vice president for student life. "Our student government association pays about $4,000 directly to the cab company for this service. It was created as a way to ensure students' safety no matter what situation they found themselves in. Certainly we do not want students drinking and driving."
Wesleyan Wheels runs from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., and while the drivers will only take students to their dorms, it offers a way for students to get home safely.
Tuxedo parties may permanently be a thing of the past, as Crete's Parks and Recreation department will soon be voting on whether or not to ban alcohol from all city parks.
The idea of banning alcohol came up because of issues that arose during a softball tournament at Tuxedo Park two years ago, according to Aaron Steffensmeier, Crete's park supervisor.
"We had some problems with the coed softball team and the drinking, and they started a fight," Steffensmeier said.
The overall goal of both new policies is safety.
"When parents drop their kids off here, they have a certain level of trust that we're doing everything we can," Schmidt said. "It's just a matter of keeping our kids safe."
Tiger Football Homeward Bound
Published 10-18-07
http://www.doaneline.com/2.7184/tiger-football-homeward-bound-1.761420
After a tough three-point loss at Hastings College last Saturday, the Doane football team is looking forward to a home game this weekend.
The Tigers had two late opportunities to tie the game against the Broncos, but had one field goal blocked and another bounce off the upright. Despite not coming out on top in that game, head coach Matt Franzen said he was pleased with team's efforts this season.
"I think things have gone pretty well this year for the most part," Franzen said. "We have been able to be very competitive in most of our games, so at this point we're pretty pleased."
Players said they were also happy with the team's improvement, and hoped to improve more in the remaining games of the season.
"I think we will come together, and it'll be a good week," sophomore defensive tackle Grant Mellor said. "We just have to keep working and playing hard."
Coaches and players have run through the usual routines in practice, focusing on Saturday's game against Briar Cliff University. Although the Chargers are 0-7 overall, Franzen said Doane cannot overlook the team.
"We're going to pretty much take the same approach that we've taken all year," Franzen said. "We'll look for things that are weaknesses that we can exploit on the other team."
Despite positive outlooks, there is still some concern with the team's lack of experience.
"We don't have a lot of upperclassmen on the team, period," Franzen said. "That ends up lending itself to a lot of ups and downs, and that's a thing that we really need to iron out to become a more consistent football team."
Kickoff for the Tigers' game against Briar Cliff is set for 1 p.m. Saturday at Simon Field. All the action will be broadcast live on the Tiger Sports Network.
http://www.doaneline.com/2.7184/tiger-football-homeward-bound-1.761420
After a tough three-point loss at Hastings College last Saturday, the Doane football team is looking forward to a home game this weekend.
The Tigers had two late opportunities to tie the game against the Broncos, but had one field goal blocked and another bounce off the upright. Despite not coming out on top in that game, head coach Matt Franzen said he was pleased with team's efforts this season.
"I think things have gone pretty well this year for the most part," Franzen said. "We have been able to be very competitive in most of our games, so at this point we're pretty pleased."
Players said they were also happy with the team's improvement, and hoped to improve more in the remaining games of the season.
"I think we will come together, and it'll be a good week," sophomore defensive tackle Grant Mellor said. "We just have to keep working and playing hard."
Coaches and players have run through the usual routines in practice, focusing on Saturday's game against Briar Cliff University. Although the Chargers are 0-7 overall, Franzen said Doane cannot overlook the team.
"We're going to pretty much take the same approach that we've taken all year," Franzen said. "We'll look for things that are weaknesses that we can exploit on the other team."
Despite positive outlooks, there is still some concern with the team's lack of experience.
"We don't have a lot of upperclassmen on the team, period," Franzen said. "That ends up lending itself to a lot of ups and downs, and that's a thing that we really need to iron out to become a more consistent football team."
Kickoff for the Tigers' game against Briar Cliff is set for 1 p.m. Saturday at Simon Field. All the action will be broadcast live on the Tiger Sports Network.
"Reeling" Gets Rave Reviews
Published 10-5-07
http://www.doaneline.com/2.7183/reeling-gets-rave-reviews-1.761458
If you're looking for a play that's witty, comedic and classic, all without a spoken word, Doane's production of "Reeling" is for you.
Coming straight from the 1920s, "Reeling" is portrayed in silent movie style. It's the story of the Little Fellow, a young man wanting to marry his Beloved. She, however, yearns for an acting career. The Little Fellow follows his Beloved to the big city, getting into countless tangles along the way, all the while trying to keep away from the villains of the story, including Big Man and some hapless cops.
The play is a flashback to the times of Buster Keaton, a famous actor in the silent movie era. Since the entire production is without spoken words, subtitles are used in parts of the play to help make events more clear.
Well-cast, "Reeling" leads the audience from laughter to pity for the main character and back to laughter within minutes. There's something for everyone in this play; it's a clean-cut production fit for the whole family and it won't leave you disappointed.
While the background music, which plays throughout the production, becomes repetitive and some of the scenes seem to run overly long, this play is nevertheless a must-see for all fans of the silent movie era, as well as anyone who wants a good laugh.
In addition, Director of Theater Robin McKercher sent a campus-wide e-mail Friday morning notifying the Doane community that two judges for the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival praised the production.
In addition, three stars of "Reeling" had been selected for the Irene Ryan Acting competition in January. According to the e-mail, sophomores Josh Rajaee, Leslie Schroder and Zach Kloppenborg were chosen to compete.
The opening performance of "Reeling" took place Thursday night, but there will be two more performances this weekend. Those performances are scheduled to begin at 7:30 Friday and Saturday nights.
http://www.doaneline.com/2.7183/reeling-gets-rave-reviews-1.761458
If you're looking for a play that's witty, comedic and classic, all without a spoken word, Doane's production of "Reeling" is for you.
Coming straight from the 1920s, "Reeling" is portrayed in silent movie style. It's the story of the Little Fellow, a young man wanting to marry his Beloved. She, however, yearns for an acting career. The Little Fellow follows his Beloved to the big city, getting into countless tangles along the way, all the while trying to keep away from the villains of the story, including Big Man and some hapless cops.
The play is a flashback to the times of Buster Keaton, a famous actor in the silent movie era. Since the entire production is without spoken words, subtitles are used in parts of the play to help make events more clear.
Well-cast, "Reeling" leads the audience from laughter to pity for the main character and back to laughter within minutes. There's something for everyone in this play; it's a clean-cut production fit for the whole family and it won't leave you disappointed.
While the background music, which plays throughout the production, becomes repetitive and some of the scenes seem to run overly long, this play is nevertheless a must-see for all fans of the silent movie era, as well as anyone who wants a good laugh.
In addition, Director of Theater Robin McKercher sent a campus-wide e-mail Friday morning notifying the Doane community that two judges for the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival praised the production.
In addition, three stars of "Reeling" had been selected for the Irene Ryan Acting competition in January. According to the e-mail, sophomores Josh Rajaee, Leslie Schroder and Zach Kloppenborg were chosen to compete.
The opening performance of "Reeling" took place Thursday night, but there will be two more performances this weekend. Those performances are scheduled to begin at 7:30 Friday and Saturday nights.
Drama Conference Cuts Back Numbers
Published 10-4-07
http://www.doaneline.com/2.7183/drama-conference-cuts-back-numbers-1.761464
The annual drama conference held by the Doane Players will be exclusive this year.
The event, which is composed of multiple theater workshops for high schools within a 150-mile radius will only accept 300 students this year, and 100 have already been turned down.
The change was made because of the overcrowding that has been going on in recent years. Theater Director Robin McKercher said there simply was not enough room in the Whitcomb Lee Conservatory to hold more students.
"We used to just hold the show once, now we have to run it twice," McKercher said. "Last year we had students sitting on the floor and standing."
McKercher said that in addition to the limited number of students, there would be other changes to this year's conference which is scheduled for Oct. 8. He said that this year the workshops would be taught by theater professionals rather than students.
When the high school students arrive, they will be split into two groups. One group will see the production "Reeling" in the morning, while the others attend workshops. Later, the groups will switch so they get a chance to participate in both activities. The activities, which last all day, will take place at several locations, including the Whitcomb Lee Conservatory, the Communications Building, Butler Gym and the new education building.
McKercher said the drama conference has been a good experience in the past, and he was excited to see the results this year.
"It's a great way to meet new students who are equally as captivated and energetic about theater as I am, and it shows Doane in the best possible light," he said. "They [the students] have all been eager and energetic about coming here and it makes Doane look great."
Junior Jennifer Kater, who has been a part of the event since she came to Doane, said she always had lots of fun at the conference.
"I like meeting all the prospective students and talking to them about their theater experience," Kater said. "It's also a good day for the Players to get to know each other better."
http://www.doaneline.com/2.7183/drama-conference-cuts-back-numbers-1.761464
The annual drama conference held by the Doane Players will be exclusive this year.
The event, which is composed of multiple theater workshops for high schools within a 150-mile radius will only accept 300 students this year, and 100 have already been turned down.
The change was made because of the overcrowding that has been going on in recent years. Theater Director Robin McKercher said there simply was not enough room in the Whitcomb Lee Conservatory to hold more students.
"We used to just hold the show once, now we have to run it twice," McKercher said. "Last year we had students sitting on the floor and standing."
McKercher said that in addition to the limited number of students, there would be other changes to this year's conference which is scheduled for Oct. 8. He said that this year the workshops would be taught by theater professionals rather than students.
When the high school students arrive, they will be split into two groups. One group will see the production "Reeling" in the morning, while the others attend workshops. Later, the groups will switch so they get a chance to participate in both activities. The activities, which last all day, will take place at several locations, including the Whitcomb Lee Conservatory, the Communications Building, Butler Gym and the new education building.
McKercher said the drama conference has been a good experience in the past, and he was excited to see the results this year.
"It's a great way to meet new students who are equally as captivated and energetic about theater as I am, and it shows Doane in the best possible light," he said. "They [the students] have all been eager and energetic about coming here and it makes Doane look great."
Junior Jennifer Kater, who has been a part of the event since she came to Doane, said she always had lots of fun at the conference.
"I like meeting all the prospective students and talking to them about their theater experience," Kater said. "It's also a good day for the Players to get to know each other better."
Freshman Class in the Norm
Published 9-27-07
http://www.doaneline.com/2.7185/freshman-class-in-the-norm-1.761493
Doane students are involved and they're reaping the rewards.
Only 40 freshmen students out of 259 did not receive scholarships for extracurricular activities this year, meaning that 85 percent of freshmen are getting financial aid for their involvement outside the classroom.
And freshmen aren't the only ones. The percentage of students per class that receive activity scholarships generally runs between 15 and 20, said Kim Jacobs, vice president for Enrollment Management and Student Leadership.
So why the large number?
"If a lot of people want to go here, they need the scholarships because Doane is kind of an expensive school," sophomore Leslie Rosenbaum said.
Rosenbaum said she didn't have any activity scholarships, but that the number didn't surprise her.
Freshman Ross Coudeyras, however, said that he was somewhat surprised by the numbers, although he knew that a lot of Doane students were involved.
There are three types of financial aid available at Doane: activity, merit (academic) and need-based. The money comes from a budget which is divided among the three. Activity scholarships include music, theater, art, forensics and 18 areas of athletics, Jacobs said.
Students can get these scholarships by meeting certain standards.
"If you meet the qualifications for it, you receive it," Jacobs said. "It (the money given) really depends on the class you bring in. The money only exists if you have the students paying the tuition to start with."
The scholarships given might also change from year to year. For example, if a student shows need on the FAFSA one year, but not the next, the student will not receive need-based scholarships for the second year.
Jacobs said that a financial aid policy is formed each year by herself, the vice president for finance, financial aid director, admissions director and the athletic director to determine how much money goes to each area. The group also reviews how aid was distributed the previous academic year.
The group then puts together a proposal, which they give to the president, the Cabinet and the Board to approve.
http://www.doaneline.com/2.7185/freshman-class-in-the-norm-1.761493
Doane students are involved and they're reaping the rewards.
Only 40 freshmen students out of 259 did not receive scholarships for extracurricular activities this year, meaning that 85 percent of freshmen are getting financial aid for their involvement outside the classroom.
And freshmen aren't the only ones. The percentage of students per class that receive activity scholarships generally runs between 15 and 20, said Kim Jacobs, vice president for Enrollment Management and Student Leadership.
So why the large number?
"If a lot of people want to go here, they need the scholarships because Doane is kind of an expensive school," sophomore Leslie Rosenbaum said.
Rosenbaum said she didn't have any activity scholarships, but that the number didn't surprise her.
Freshman Ross Coudeyras, however, said that he was somewhat surprised by the numbers, although he knew that a lot of Doane students were involved.
There are three types of financial aid available at Doane: activity, merit (academic) and need-based. The money comes from a budget which is divided among the three. Activity scholarships include music, theater, art, forensics and 18 areas of athletics, Jacobs said.
Students can get these scholarships by meeting certain standards.
"If you meet the qualifications for it, you receive it," Jacobs said. "It (the money given) really depends on the class you bring in. The money only exists if you have the students paying the tuition to start with."
The scholarships given might also change from year to year. For example, if a student shows need on the FAFSA one year, but not the next, the student will not receive need-based scholarships for the second year.
Jacobs said that a financial aid policy is formed each year by herself, the vice president for finance, financial aid director, admissions director and the athletic director to determine how much money goes to each area. The group also reviews how aid was distributed the previous academic year.
The group then puts together a proposal, which they give to the president, the Cabinet and the Board to approve.
SAC Provides Movies for a Buck
Published 9-27-07
http://www.doaneline.com/2.7183/sac-provides-movies-for-a-buck-1.761490
Students looking for inexpensive entertainment Friday can catch a flick for $1 thanks to Student Activities Council and the Isis Theater.
The Isis is dropping their rates to $4 for students Friday evening and SAC will chip in $3 for students to watch either "No Reservations" or "Shoot 'Em Up." Students wishing to see both movies will have to pay the $4 rate for the second movie. Students must show their ID's to take advantage of the deal.
"We're trying to put together a night where students can have an activity off-campus," SAC adviser Tolu Kayode said. "We'll definitely try to see if students like it, so depending on the numbers, if it's something students will appreciate, we may do it again."
The movie night is also part of SAC's effort to keep students on campus for weekends, said Laura Dornbusch, chairperson for SAC's miscellaneous events. Dornbusch said that most activities last year had been during the week.
Tom Reeves, owner of the Isis and 1988 Doane graduate, said that the theater would be willing to participate in the promotion in the future as well.
"No Reservations" is a comedy starring Catherine Zeta-Jones and Aaron Eckhart. Zeta-Jones' character is a top female chef whose life changes drastically when her sister dies and she is left to care for her niece. Food becomes the character's way to "express her roller-coaster life," according to Yahoo Movies.
"Shoot 'Em Up" is an action/adventure movie starring Clive Owen and Paul Giamatti, among others. The movie follows Mr. Smith, "the angriest, most hardboiled man in the world," who is charged with protecting a baby that everyone wants dead, according to Yahoo Movies.
"No Reservations" will show first at 6:30 p.m. followed by "Shoot 'Em Up" at 8:40.
http://www.doaneline.com/2.7183/sac-provides-movies-for-a-buck-1.761490
Students looking for inexpensive entertainment Friday can catch a flick for $1 thanks to Student Activities Council and the Isis Theater.
The Isis is dropping their rates to $4 for students Friday evening and SAC will chip in $3 for students to watch either "No Reservations" or "Shoot 'Em Up." Students wishing to see both movies will have to pay the $4 rate for the second movie. Students must show their ID's to take advantage of the deal.
"We're trying to put together a night where students can have an activity off-campus," SAC adviser Tolu Kayode said. "We'll definitely try to see if students like it, so depending on the numbers, if it's something students will appreciate, we may do it again."
The movie night is also part of SAC's effort to keep students on campus for weekends, said Laura Dornbusch, chairperson for SAC's miscellaneous events. Dornbusch said that most activities last year had been during the week.
Tom Reeves, owner of the Isis and 1988 Doane graduate, said that the theater would be willing to participate in the promotion in the future as well.
"No Reservations" is a comedy starring Catherine Zeta-Jones and Aaron Eckhart. Zeta-Jones' character is a top female chef whose life changes drastically when her sister dies and she is left to care for her niece. Food becomes the character's way to "express her roller-coaster life," according to Yahoo Movies.
"Shoot 'Em Up" is an action/adventure movie starring Clive Owen and Paul Giamatti, among others. The movie follows Mr. Smith, "the angriest, most hardboiled man in the world," who is charged with protecting a baby that everyone wants dead, according to Yahoo Movies.
"No Reservations" will show first at 6:30 p.m. followed by "Shoot 'Em Up" at 8:40.
Relay Hopes to Top 2007
Published 9-20-07
http://www.doaneline.com/2.7185/relay-hopes-to-top-2007-1.761518
Grab your friends and head for Perry Campus Center, because today marks the kickoff of Relay for Life.
Relay for Life is a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society, and the money raised from this event goes towards research to help prevent, detect and treat cancer. The kickoff meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Great Hall.
"I first became involved in Relay for Life when I was a freshman," said senior Michelle Goertzen, chair of this year's event, said. "Cancer is a disease that affects everyone in one way or another and everyone can help in the search for a cure. I love the satisfaction of knowing the work you are doing is making a difference."
While the actual Relay won't happen until April 11, the first meeting isn't one to miss. Anyone who wants to learn more about the Relay will be able to get information and students may also sign up to serve on a committee.
Relay for Life began in 1985 in Tacoma, Wa., with Dr. Gordy Klatt, a surgeon who wanted to help raise money for a local American Cancer Society office. He circled a track for 24 hours and more than 83 miles. Klatt's friends would pay $25 to either walk or run with him for 30 minutes. That year, he raised around $27,000.
Relay for Life now promotes more than 4,800 relays nationwide.
According to the Relay for Life Web site, "Teams of eight to 15 members gather with tents and sleeping bags with the goal of keeping a person on the track at all times."
While the actual Relay only happens once a year, there are fundraising and advocacy events throughout the year that lead up to the main event.
Since 2001, Doane has hosted Relay for Life. At the April 2007 Relay, the goal was $45,000. The 424 participants easily surpassed that goal, raising more than $62,000.
Doane would like to do even better this year.
"Doane students and faculty as a whole are exceptional," Lincoln Community Manager for the American Cancer Society Ronda Bruns said on Doane's Web site. "They are willing to work with anything and are always willing to step up to the plate." "We have had excellent student and faculty involvement in the past and I would like that to continue to grow," Goertzen said. "I'd also like to see more community members at the event. We're really going to focus on getting Saline County community members involved more."
Anyone interested in joining Relay for Life should contact Goertzen by e-mail at michelle.goertzen@doane.edu.
http://www.doaneline.com/2.7185/relay-hopes-to-top-2007-1.761518
Grab your friends and head for Perry Campus Center, because today marks the kickoff of Relay for Life.
Relay for Life is a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society, and the money raised from this event goes towards research to help prevent, detect and treat cancer. The kickoff meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Great Hall.
"I first became involved in Relay for Life when I was a freshman," said senior Michelle Goertzen, chair of this year's event, said. "Cancer is a disease that affects everyone in one way or another and everyone can help in the search for a cure. I love the satisfaction of knowing the work you are doing is making a difference."
While the actual Relay won't happen until April 11, the first meeting isn't one to miss. Anyone who wants to learn more about the Relay will be able to get information and students may also sign up to serve on a committee.
Relay for Life began in 1985 in Tacoma, Wa., with Dr. Gordy Klatt, a surgeon who wanted to help raise money for a local American Cancer Society office. He circled a track for 24 hours and more than 83 miles. Klatt's friends would pay $25 to either walk or run with him for 30 minutes. That year, he raised around $27,000.
Relay for Life now promotes more than 4,800 relays nationwide.
According to the Relay for Life Web site, "Teams of eight to 15 members gather with tents and sleeping bags with the goal of keeping a person on the track at all times."
While the actual Relay only happens once a year, there are fundraising and advocacy events throughout the year that lead up to the main event.
Since 2001, Doane has hosted Relay for Life. At the April 2007 Relay, the goal was $45,000. The 424 participants easily surpassed that goal, raising more than $62,000.
Doane would like to do even better this year.
"Doane students and faculty as a whole are exceptional," Lincoln Community Manager for the American Cancer Society Ronda Bruns said on Doane's Web site. "They are willing to work with anything and are always willing to step up to the plate." "We have had excellent student and faculty involvement in the past and I would like that to continue to grow," Goertzen said. "I'd also like to see more community members at the event. We're really going to focus on getting Saline County community members involved more."
Anyone interested in joining Relay for Life should contact Goertzen by e-mail at michelle.goertzen@doane.edu.
Manji to Tackel Islam in Speech
Published 9-18-07
http://www.doaneline.com/2.7185/manji-to-tackle-islam-in-speech-1.761539
Irshad Manji, author of the best seller The Trouble with Islam Today: A Muslim's Call for Reform in Her Faith, is scheduled to speak in Heckman Auditorium at 7 p.m. on Tuesday. She will present "Faith Without Fear: A Muslim Woman's Journey From Oppression to Hope."
"The Trouble with Islam Today is a wake-up call for honesty and change on everybody's part," Manji's Web site said.
Banned in various countries, her book challenges Muslims to re-discover Islam's lost tradition of independent thinking. Currently published in 26 countries, it is also available on her Web site for countries where the book is prohibited.
Born in 1968 in Idi Amin's Uganda, Manji's family settled in Vancouver in 1972. Manji questioned her faith from a young age, getting kicked out of her "madressa," an Islamic religious school, at the age of 14 for asking too many questions. In 1990, Manji earned an honors degree from the University of British Columbia, also winning the Governor-General's medal for being top graduate.
"Books remain Irshad's passion," according to her Web site, although she is also a columnist and a television personality.
Manji has received many honors, including the Young Global Leader designation by the World Economic Forum and Oprah Winfrey's first annual Chutzpah Award for "audacity, nerve, boldness and conviction."
Even though her book has caused death threats, Manji has continued to lecture internationally. Her visit to Doane is presented through the Annadora Gregory Lectureship, which is a Doane College event created in the early 1980s that sponsors nationally known speakers who are active in a variety of fields including art, music, science, social science, philosophy and religion.
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http://www.doaneline.com/2.7185/manji-to-tackle-islam-in-speech-1.761539
Irshad Manji, author of the best seller The Trouble with Islam Today: A Muslim's Call for Reform in Her Faith, is scheduled to speak in Heckman Auditorium at 7 p.m. on Tuesday. She will present "Faith Without Fear: A Muslim Woman's Journey From Oppression to Hope."
"The Trouble with Islam Today is a wake-up call for honesty and change on everybody's part," Manji's Web site said.
Banned in various countries, her book challenges Muslims to re-discover Islam's lost tradition of independent thinking. Currently published in 26 countries, it is also available on her Web site for countries where the book is prohibited.
Born in 1968 in Idi Amin's Uganda, Manji's family settled in Vancouver in 1972. Manji questioned her faith from a young age, getting kicked out of her "madressa," an Islamic religious school, at the age of 14 for asking too many questions. In 1990, Manji earned an honors degree from the University of British Columbia, also winning the Governor-General's medal for being top graduate.
"Books remain Irshad's passion," according to her Web site, although she is also a columnist and a television personality.
Manji has received many honors, including the Young Global Leader designation by the World Economic Forum and Oprah Winfrey's first annual Chutzpah Award for "audacity, nerve, boldness and conviction."
Even though her book has caused death threats, Manji has continued to lecture internationally. Her visit to Doane is presented through the Annadora Gregory Lectureship, which is a Doane College event created in the early 1980s that sponsors nationally known speakers who are active in a variety of fields including art, music, science, social science, philosophy and religion.
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