LOCAL/S TATE The Michigan Daily - Thursday, November 16, 2000 - 7A RINKING ontinued from Page 1A ffairs Maureen Hartford instituted the inge Drinking Task Force to study the Moblem in 1999 before she left the Univer- sity. The Binge Drinking Task Force became he, Task Force on Alcohol and Other Drugs ih.Fall 1999 when Harper became interim v'ico-president of student affairs. .The common definition of binge drinking four drinks in one evening for women and fi've drinks for men. The AOD recently finished talking to stu- Idents and faculty on the culture of alcohol at the University and made its recommendations to Harper. "They finished their report earlier this year and met to talk about the next steps and about implementing strategies about two weeks jgo" Harper said. r2'We have students on campus who think ' way to celebrate'the 21st birthday is to iik in excess. That is the culture we've got iange," she said. rguments 1AWSU ITS Continued from Page 1A matter what the outcome of today or any upcom inal, an appeal is more than likely There is no dispute about the facts, the oi dispute is in the law," Barry said. That is, there ho doubt that the University doe; allow the use race as a factor in admissions. The central leg question is whether or not such a policy is cons tutional. The University asserts that the 1978 Supreme Cot ease Regents of the University of California v Ba/A which outlawed the use of racial quotas in colle admissions, justifies the use of race in evaluating app nts. "We've had posters, programs, sessions at orientation, and still we have this needless death that effects all of us." University Health Services psychologist Deborah Kraus chaired the Treatment and Response committee on the Binge Drinking Task Force. "It's hard to talk about this now after there's been a death," Kraus said. "It all seems inadequate." "This is the kind of issue a lot of people don't take notice of until it's affected them. It's hard to open people's eyes to the problem of problem drinking," she said. Three deaths in Michigan alone have caused nationwide concern and some have redefined binge drinking nationwide. Cases like Kim's are now referred to as "heavy episodic drinking" instead of binging. "The five drinks for a college student if you start drinking at 7 (p.m.) and stop drinking at 4 (a.m.) is not heavy drinking," said Robert Turrisi, a researcher at Boise State University in Idaho who has dealt extensively with the subject of college drinking. "Some people would argue that it is responsible." Turrisi said that the problem actually may be on the decline as awareness increases. "I think it's less than it used to be. When I was in college we didn't think there was a problem. Now it's a problem to study," Tur- risi said. "We're just noticing it more." Despite the high profile nature of alcohol- related deaths, Turrisi ended on an ominous note. "Next weekend, the same thing's going to be repeated somewhere else," he said. For now, the University has unspecific plans to continue the campaign against prob- lem drinking based on the recommendations of the AOD. "There is going to be something along the lines of increased programming dollars," Kraus said. Ann Hower, director of the Office of New Student Programs, was on the programming committee of the AOD, and said the Universi- ty is looking for a person to spearhead the campaign. "They are in the search right now for a campus alcohol and drug liaison who would coordinate any alcohol and drug initiatives" Hower said. The liaison was one recommen- dation of both task forces. For the last two years, University orienta- tion has emphasized what to do with a friend who has alcohol poisoning in various ways, including a skit. "Some of our students are not aware that this can lead to really serious consequences," Hower said. She said she has received positive response from students about the educational effort. "We have heard from students - a stu- dent came to us last year and told us that it happened to her roommate, and because of orientation, she knew what to," Hower said. Kim participated in an orientation for international students in Fall 1999. "We do talk about campus life issues - (alcohol has) been included, but not as strongly," Hower said of the international orientation. How many drinks does it take to get drunk? E According to Dr. Hernan Gomez of Universj ty Health Services, an average size male cart reach the legal liit for drunkenness in Michigan - a blood alcohol level of .10 per- cent with two to three shots of S0 proof itquOr per hour. International Center Director Rodolfo Altamirano said the center has discussed whether to change the way they educate- international students about alcohol. "It's a first step towards exploring possibili- ties," Altamirano said. "I'm sure people will, start meeting and talking about creative ways. to do this." "What is proper here may not be a proper thing to do in another country," Altamirano said. "It goes back to educating our students in a more creative way and look at ways of what can communicate effectively to our interna- tional students." "At that we had a lengthy on those issues," Hower said. student panel start today in lawsuit REACTTHE'DAILY* RECYCLE THE DAILY.O In a separate opinion, Justice Lewis Powell said that attaining greater diversity is a com- pelling governmental interest. Since then, Pow- ell's interpretation of the case has been a point of contention. CIR contends the use of race as a factor in admis- sion policies violates the 14th Amendment of the Con- stitution which guarantees equal protection under the law. In August 1999, the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals in Cincinnati allowed the entrance of the intervening defendants after Duggan initially denied the inclusion of the third party. Made up primarily of interested stu- dents, the third party had to prove neither the plaintiff or the defendant would adequately represent their interest. The intervenors state that the use of race is needed to remedy past discrimination by the University. The intervenors will argue today that there is a dispute of facts and the case should go to trial. Godfrey Dillard, lead counsel for the intervenors, said he believes there is discrimination against minorities at the University of Michigan, despite the administration's attempts at attaining greater diversity. A study commissioned by the intervenors also asserts that Gratz's claim that her spot was taken by a less qualified minority student is wrong because 1,300 other white students with lesser test scores than Gratz were admitted. Dillard said he was "cautiously optimistic" that tomorrow's hearing would send the case to trial. I In A~ugust 2001, 80 law students will make legal history. Will you be one of them? At the University of St. Thomas School of Law, we're looking for students committed to rigorous academics, personal and professional ethics, and community service - whether they decide to work in legal aid or on Wall Street. Bottom line: We're looking for students who want to make legal history. Full-time, day program Downtown Minneapolis campus For more information: Phone: (651) 962-4895 E-mail: lawschool@stthomas.edu Web: www.stthomas.edu/lawschool UN IVE RSITY OF W Minneapolis ICHIGAN TELEFUND Now hiring students for flexible night and weekend schedules. Fun work atmosphere and great job experience. Up to $8/hr. plus nightly bonuses. Apply online or stop by 611 Church, Suite 4F. www.telefund.umich.edu 998-7420. NEED EXTRA INCOME? Earn money easily by selling sprint PCS Wireless or MCI Wireless to your classmates! Contact Brad at X377= 850-5934 or email to brad @iiternationaldialing.com 6REKEEPERS is now hiring part-time short order cooks. No experience necessary. 310 Maynard. 995-0100. STA TRAVEL, the world's largest student travel organization, is looking for energetic, well-traveled individuals for our Univ. of Michigan & Ann Arbor locations. Sharp customer service skills required! If you have a desire to learn and grow with our rapidly expanding global company, join our team of enthusiastic Travel Advisors. Training is provided, but computer skills are ecommended. $17,000 + bonus & benefits. ax resume and cover letter to Charlie (734) 769-2595. www.statravel.com SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS needed. Emerson School, an independent K-8 school for gifted students, is looking for substitute teachers to add to its resource list. If you are interested in working with bright students in a friendly team-oriented faculty environment, e _d resume and cover letter to Sally Patten, 5425 Scio Church Rd., A2 48103. SUMMER INTERNSHIPS: We are currently seeking motivated freshman, sophomore and junior ndergraduates to fill summer internship ositions. Interns are paid a salary of $400 per week plus profit sharing bonus based on performance. Positions are available locally, in Metro Detroit and throughout Michigan. No-experience is necessary; we provide full training and support. Positions are limited; application deadline is November 27, 2000. Act today. For more information email Pauvans@aol.com. a ; TRAVEL CONSULTANT Council Travel seeks enthusiastic entry level .consultant. F/T only. Starting @ $19,000 + xc. benefits. Fax resume & cover letter to an: 734-998-0741 or call 734-998-0200. WAITERS, WAITRESSES, ~Bartenders, Cooks, and Managers Wanted for local restaurants. Fax resume to (734) 629-0345 or log on to www.needwaitstaff.com WANTED: Occasional Male Smokers- Male smokers between the ages of 25 and 45 needed for UM study. Payment of $220. Call 734-763-9000, #6309 child care ADORABLE CHILDREN: 1.5 yr. old boy & 3 yr. old girl. 1-2 days/wk., flex., in our home. Own trans. Creative, loves children, experience preferred. Start in Jan. 761-4669. AFTER SCHOOL child care. 3 kids M,W,F from 3-6:30 pm. Energetic, reliable, own car. Jan-April (through June if avail.). 9944535. BABYSITTER NEEDED Experienced, Asponsible sitter to care for my 3 year old daughter and 5 year old son one weekend evening and one weekday morn. Owi trans, ref. Call Laura 769-0568. BABYSITTER NEEDED for 3 children about 10-12 hrs/wk near campus. Non- smoking, own trans. Hrs. flex. Call 662-0719. BABYSITTER needed, for infant. M-F. F1T. -tan-J.m Rnval Oak. 248-280-0778. *SPRING BREAK SPECIALS! Cancun & Jamaica From $389! Air, Hotel, Free Meals, Drinks! Award Winning Company! Plan Goup - Go Free!! Florida Vacations $129! springbreaktravel.com 1-800-678-6386. #1 SPRING BREAK Vacations! Best Prices guaranteed. Cancun, Jamaica, Bahamas & Florida. Book Cancun and get free meal plan. Earn cash , go free! Now hiring campus reps. 1-800-234-7007. endlesssummertours.com. *** FREE Spring Break Trips *** Book 15 or more to Cancun, Mazatlan, Acapulco, Jamaica, Florida, or S. Padre and you go FREE! Reliable TWA flights. Best Prices. Call Now! 1.800.SURFS.UP www.studentexpress.com ***ACT NOW! GUARANTEE THE BEST SPRING BREAK PRICES! SOUTH PADRE, CANCUN, JAMAICA, BAHAMAS, ACAPULCO, FLORIDA & MADRIGRAS. REPS NEEDED... TRAVEL FREE, EARN $$$.. GROUPS DISCOUNT FOR !k±. 800-838-8203/ WWW.LEISURETOURS.COM. *EARLY SPECIALS! Spring Break Bahgmas Party Cruise! 5 Days $279! Includes Meals, Parties! Awesome Beaches, Nightlife! Departs From Florida! Get Group - Go Free!! springbreaktravel.com 1-800-678-6386. ANDY DICK Thur. Nov. 30 @ 8:00pm. Michigan Theater. TicketMaster/MUTO. 'Spring Ire,&k Panama City Beach, Florida - - 1-800-488-8828 www.sandpiperbeacon.com SPRING BREAK Panama City, Daytona, South Beach, FL. & Padre. Best parties. Hotels and condos. Lowest prices guaranteed! www.myspringbreak.net (800) 575-2026. Acapulco Cancun Jamaica Bahamas Florida Europe a k 1. T jTRAVIL SERVICES 1.8 U.68.-M9 www.ststrovel.com !TA Trwde Michigan Unon Grounld floor 323.437-1158 528 Souh Stu%.St. 734-769-2555 0R Cmyg, eaet 4& 8rw (734222.1017 &ic 0ubor 0(34222.0528 RcW Gillnn034222.0981 SPRING BREAK 2001 Jamaica, Cancun, Florida, Barbabos, Bahamas. Now K*rig Canmpus Reps. Eamw2 Free Tips. Free Meals... Book by Nov. 2nd. Call for FREE info pack or visit on-line sunspashtours.com 1-800-426-7710O egg 'l' 7 '~ WANTED! SPRING BREAKERS! Cancun, Bahamas, Florida, Jamaica & Mazatlan. Call Sun Coast Vacations for a free brochure and ask how you can organize a small group & Eat, Drink, Travel Free & Earn Cash! Call 1-888-777-4642 or e-mail sales@suncoastvacations.com The M ichig an Daily will not be published on Nov. 23 an d Nov. 24. Therefore, there will be the following EARLY DEADLINES: Monday. Nov. 27 Line ad: Nov. 22 Camera ready ad: Nov. 21 Typed copy ad: Nov. 20 Tuesday. Nov. 28 Caymera ready: Nov. 21 Typed copy ad: Nov. 21 Wednesday. Nov. 29 Typed copy ad: Nov. 21 ALL DEADLINES ARE AT 11:30 A.M. ANGELO'S ON THE SIDE accepting applications for day coffee bar help. $8/ hr. plus tips. Apply in person between 2-4pm, Mon-Fri, at 1100 East Catherine St. . w BUY/SELL all Ohio State vs. U football tickets at 734-260-6760 www.jamestheticketman.com. All credit cards accepted. of M or Major SPRING BREAK with the BEST! Only student Express uses a major U.S. Airline to get you to your destination and ONLY Student Express offers guaranteed Sat. departures to Cancun, Acapulco, Mazatlan & Jamica. Did you know that Boersma Travel in Nickels Arcade (994-6203) & Concil Travel on S. University (998-0200) ONLY SELL Student Express. They have done the homework for you. It's not a coincidence that the Best Travel agencies sell the best packages. For the BEST trip at the absolute BEST PRICE - stop by one of our travel partners or check us out on-line at www.studentexpress.com 1-800-SURFS-UP INSBIO Y B OES BREAKS BETTER! GO DIRECT=Savings! #1 Internet-based company offering wholesale Spring Break packages (no middlemen)! Zero traveler complaints last year! 1-800-367-1252 www.springbreakdirect.com NO PLANS FOR the holidays? New Years? Vacation in Chicago for $22/ night. Stay @ Hostelling Int'l Chicago. Calll-312-360-0300 or www.hichicago.org. OpenSeats.com. For UM football, basketball, and bowlgame tickets. Buy or sell your tickets on openseats.com. It's fans helping fans online-and it works! Bahamas Party -i $m h 279 Fob 24-M"r 31, 2001 Panama CitFL a ona Beach F rice Destin FL Hilton Head SC 11 .anl i --- - sw