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Published since 1915 by the students
of Xavier University
Colleen Bott
Contributing Writer
Twenty-six students and eight faculty and staff members didn’t sleep in on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Jan. 15. Instead, the students, who signed up last semester, boarded a bus at 8:30 a.m. for a Mystery Trip sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Affairs and Peace and Justice Programs.
Drew Peters of Peace and Justice Programs commented on the goals of the day.
“The goals of the day included looking at Martin Luther King, Jr.’s vision and racism in the context of the history of slavery and the Underground Railroad,” he said. “We wanted to look at how we as individuals keep on living out his dream. We want to feed the continual discussion on campus.”
Sophomore Jimmy Springer explains why he chose to attend.
“I wanted to experience something different and I felt it would be an appropriate way to spend the day,” Springer said. “I wanted to get a different perspective.”
Sophomore Shannon Duffy was also looking for a new experience.
“I didn’t know nearly enough about Martin Luther King, Jr. and the history of his vision. I wanted to learn what it meant today,” Duffy said.
Students had been given a packet of readings with King’s speeches and articles about the Civil Rights Movement prior to attending the event, which, after a discussion on the articles during the bus ride, led students to the Key home in Kentucky, where Harriet Beecher Stowe witnessed a slave auction that led to the book Uncle Tom’s Cabin. Duffy especially enjoyed the discussion of the articles.
“My favorite part was discussing the speeches because you get to see the students’ perspectives and see what stood out. There were many similarities,” Duffy said.
Peters pointed out the relevance of King’s words.
“I think the biggest thing to notice is how prophetic he was. It still applies today - it’s incredible,” Peters said.
The Office of Multicultural Affairs and Peace and Justice Programs began planning the event in October because they wanted to do something “outside the box.” A theme throughout the day was a sense of “mystery” and not having control over events, Peters explained.
“During the Civil Rights Movement, people went forward into the unknown,” he said. “We want people to get outside their comfort zone and make our dialogue about race a living thing. I enjoyed how a mix of people came together.”
Students then crossed the river to the Rankin home, where escaping slaves often stayed on their way to Canada and freedom. John Parker, a freed slave, was also a conductor on the Underground Railroad, and students visited his restored home in Ripley, Ohio, before finishing with a speech by theology professor Adam Clark on King’s legacy at First Presbyterian Church in Ripley, where Reverend Rankin preached against slavery.
“Today, we look to Dr. King as a resource for developing our own freedom dreams,” Clark said in his speech.
Springer talked about the future of King’s dream as the day ended.
“I enjoyed getting everyone’s views about racism and what the dream still means to people,” Springer said. “I learned that Martin Luther King, Jr.’s dream is still living and it’s never done. As long as there is inequality, there will be a need for dreamers.”
Dec. 12, 11:10 p.m.—Three non-students acting suspicious on campus were cited and sent on their way.
Dec. 13, 9:45 a.m.—An employee reported that a set of keys was missing from the Cohen building.
Dec. 13, 4:24 p.m.—A non-student was arrested in the C-4 lot on four outstanding warrants including felony drug possession.
Dec. 13, 7:30 p.m.—A non-student walking in the Woodburn lot was cited and sent on his way.
Dec. 14, 11:35 a.m.—A student who left his ATM card in the machine near Kuhlman Hall reported that $100 was stolen from his account.
Dec. 15, 1:01 a.m.—A student caught urinating in the Brockman lot was cited for disorderly conduct.
Dec. 15, 1:30 p.m.—An employee reported the theft of a wallet from an unlocked office in Logan Hall.
Dec. 16, 3:00 a.m.— A student causing disturbance outside the Village was cited for underage consumption.
Dec. 17, 9:55 a.m.—Campus Police recovered a semi-automatic handgun from the hillside behind St. Barbara.
Dec. 20, 7:00 a.m.—Cincinnati Police informed Campus Police that two Xavier students were arrested in Clifton overnight for felony vandalism.
Dec. 20, 1:28 p.m.—An employee and a student reported a minor accident on the residential mall.
Dec. 20, 7:50 p.m.—Two juveniles riding their bikes in the C-1 lot were cited and sent on their way.
Dec. 22, 1:58 a.m.—Campus Police and Residence Life investigated a house party on the 3700 block of Ledgewood. Two non–students were cited for underage consumption and for obstructing official business.
Dec. 27, 11:54 a.m.—An employee reported the theft of two textbooks from Hailstones Hall.
Dec. 28, 5:07 a.m.—Campus Police investigated a silent 911 call from an apartment in the Commons. A dispute among 10 students and non-students was resolved. The non-students were escorted off campus.
Dec. 29, 9:00 a.m.—Campus Police investigated a fire alarm in Hinkle Hall. The alarm was accidentally activated by the painters.
Dec. 29, 9:06 p.m.—Two non-students were arrested for trespassing in the Fieldhouse, both of whom were previously warned about trespassing. Police then cited seven other non-students who were present for the offense.
Jan. 2, 11:44 a.m.—An employee reported that a vehicle was struck by a bullet overnight in the Flynn parking lot.
Jan. 2, 12:18 p.m.—An employee reported the theft of a wallet from an unlocked office in Schott Hall.
Jan. 2, 4:14 p.m.—A non-student was arrested in the Fieldhouse for trespassing and for an outstanding warrant. The two juveniles who accompanied the suspect were cited and sent on their way.
Jan. 5, 6:30 p.m.—Campus Police and Cincinnati Fire Department investigated a fire alarm in Hailstones Hall. The source of the alarm was not found.
Jan. 6, 6:44 p.m.—A non-student soliciting tickets on the Dana Connection Road during a men’s basketball game was arrested on three outstanding felony warrants including aggravated robbery.
Jan. 6, 9:41 p.m.—An employee reported criminal damage to property in Bellarmine Chapel.
Jan. 7, 10:02 a.m.—A non-student causing disturbance in the Chapel was arrested on an outstanding warrant.
POLICE NOTE OF THE WEEK
Dec. 17, 11:03 a.m.—Campus Police investigated the presence of a cat in a Commons hallway. Residence Life was notified.
Kelly Shaw 
Campus News Editor
Production Directors Scott Buzza and Steven Skiles are inviting students to acting auditions for Peter Sondheim’s musical, “Into the Woods” from 1-4 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 28 in Edgecliff Hall. The play is slated for the first week of November and the directors ask that those who wish to audition prepare a song by Sondheim and get an accompanist, if possible. In addition, persons auditioning should schedule a vocal work session with Scott Buzz for a date between Jan. 16 and 26. There will be 12 leading, 11 supporting and several non-singing roles. Vocal work sessions may be scheduled by emailing Scott Buzza at buzza@xavier.edu.
New safety program series
The Office of Emergency Management and Business Continuity are sponsoring safety programs for members of the campus community. Each month, the program will focus on topics related to the workplace and home. The programs will be held each month from noon to 2:50 p.m. in Flynn Hall. Interested persons should feel free to bring their own lunch while beverages and dessert will be provided. The first topic will be “Workplace Violence” and will be held at noon on Thursday, Jan. 25. For more information, call 513-745-2090.
Basketball raffle for fundraiser
In an effort to raise funds for an educational project in Guatemala, the Xavier Chapter of Ambassadors for Children will be sponsoring a raffle for an autographed basketball by the Xavier men’s basketball team. Tickets will cost $2 each or three for $5 and may be purchased from today until Jan.19 and from Jan. 22-23 in the GSC.
