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October 29, 2004
Backpage Calendar
The events calendar for the week of Oct. 29 to Nov. 4, plus more tea jokes than you can shake a stick at.
The biggest, bluest, stupidest state
When October Break began, Backpage Travel Correspondents Teddy Bergman and Sam Biederman set out for California in order to become beautiful world-famous movie stars. Instead, Sam died. Here is their photojournal of the people and places in America’s creepiest state!
Intramural Sports
Out of Bounds | American League: A comedy of errors
Gabe Mosca
The planets did align themselves. Rodney Dangerfield (RIP) finally got some respect. The Red Sox finally vanquished the mighty New York Yankees.
Aikido club hosts first tournament
Joshua Ferguson
Aikido is a Japanese martial art developed in the early 20th century. Aikido techniques are designed to diffuse an aggressor’s attacks, not to cause physical harm to an opponent...
Musicians aid and inspire election choices
Freddy Deknatel
The young and riled crowd at Philadelphia’s Wachovia Center on Oct. 1st had even more reason to vote George Bush out of office on Nov. 2nd, thanks to performaces by Bruce Springsteen, Conor Oberst, and others.
Webster Hall fails as a live venue during CMJ showcase
Miranda Kimball
When any band tries to “make it” in the music industry, live gigs can play a crucial role to win fans’ favor. However, showcase performances at Webster Hall on Oct. 14 as a part of the CMJ Music Marathon barely satisfied.
Music Department apologizes for concert over-crowding
Deborah Temkin
According to the fire ordinances set upon Martel Recital Hall, only 482 people may be present within the audience, with the potential of adding 12 chairs along the back wall. On the night of Oct. 9, at least 100 additional people were packed into the auditorium.
Top Halloween Flicks
Margaret Files
The following list is far from comprehensive or even a best-of, but aims to provide a variety of suggestions around a theme of horror, with special attention to classic films you’ve probably heard all about and you’d better have a really good excuse for not seeing yet.
Public art gives NYC life and beauty
Marcella Veneziale
Public art in New York is not a novel concept: graffiti artists’ works in the ’70s may have served a different purpose than that of current street artists, with their creations transforming screeching subway cars into mobile art, but both bring vibrancy to harsh city streets.
Comics
NSO celebrates its non-humanity and diversity
Danielle Purifoy
Founded in 1996, the NSO, an affiliate organization of the Vassar Student Association (VSA), was created for students to participate in “geeky, fandom activities,” according to NSO member and Non-Con Director Erica Kudisch ’06.
The Flaming Chef | A cornucopia of harvest delights
Craig Libman
With over eight dishes, sides, and desserts containing local ingredients, the Harvest Dinner successfully spiced up the everyday fare of our cafeteria.
Letters from abroad | Student affirms identity in politically-charged Chile
Jen Dixon
I should have known better than to head the library that afternoon—Friday classes had already been cancelled in anticipation of the demonstrations that inevitably occur as a reaction to Saturday, Sept. 11, the anniversary of the 1973 Golpe de Estado...
Letters to the Editor
Negative experiences at the Arlington Street Fair and the Dean of Students Office.
Vassar alum calls for student participation in ambitious film
Judy Jarvis
Don’t feel sorry for Raul Gasteazoro ’04. Sure, he lives in an aging El Dorado mobile home, and yes, some of his burlap costumes are moldy because of a leak, and no doubt it’s supremely frustrating to be making a film on such a low budget. But this man’s got it all figured out.Vassar Democrats make effort to see different viewpoints
Sarah DeFilippe
Is your prime political aim to “kick the Republicans out of the White House”? Think John Kerry has all the right stuff? Have a “George W. Bush Stupid Phrases” Daily Calendar? Obviously, the place you need to be seen is at Vassar Democrats.
MICA thrives on nonpartisan voices for debate and discussion
Janine Parziale
On the evening of Nov. 2, the various political groups and forums will be gathered in anticipation for when the results are finally in. Ultimately, some groups will sigh and some will cheer. Yet, no matter what the outcome of the election, members of MICA will have mixed reactions.
Another Angle | National voting needs standardization
Amanda Melillo
What this country needs is actual enforced voting standardization to make our elections both more democratic and more legal.
Democracy Matters's enthusiasm looks beyond Election Day
John Palmer
The Election of 2004 may be coming on Nov. 2, but don’t expect Democracy Matters to call it quits on Nov. 3.
Kerry has not learned lessons of Vietnam
Michael Sochynsky
The fundamental question that arises from Vietnam is: who will conduct a more aggressive, militaristic foreign policy?
Kerry exposes Cheney's political hypocricy
Matt Virgile
Until recently, the topic of homosexuality has largely been taboo in American culture and politics. So why did Kerry refer to Mary Cheney?
CIA recruitment on campus unethical
While it is important to have a diversity of career options available to students, we should also establish a clear ethical boundary regarding direct recruitment.Political voice created by Student body
Despite the oft-noted liberal bent of the Vassar community, one unified voice from our small College in Poughkeepsie remains to be heard. However, there will be no official stance administered by the College.Study finds voice a sexual factor
Anna Moser
If you ever thought altering your voice might sway your secret crush into asking you out on a date, you could be right.
CIA recruitment session also site of protest
Anita Varma & Patrick Murray
The CIA’s talk attracted students seeking more than information about salaries.The Vassar Chronicles | College Center built to encourage campus activity
Jon Cruz
The College Center was conceptualized as a new hub for campus activity; in particular, the College hoped to restore Main Building as the focus of campus life...
Students organize election day events
Jamie Rosen
Democracy Matters, the Moderate Independent Conservative Alliance (MICA), and Vassar College Democrats will collaborate Tuesday Nov. 2 to facilitate local voting and host an Election Night party.'Twilight Zone' dance planned for Oct. 29
Hayley Tsukayama
Last year, planning hit a snag when organizers sold too many tickets. Some ticketholders had to be turned away at the door to keep the party’s size within adherence to fire regulations.High mold levels force two THs to close down
Walter Padilla
Due to high levels of mold in their living quarters, ten students had to move into temporary dormitory housing on Saturday, Oct. 16, as the Residential Life and Buildings and Grounds Offices closed down Town Houses D2 and D7 for renovations.
News Briefs
A trespasser in Raymond, underage drinking, and a suspicious man in the library.
