War against unbridled hate

If we had stood up to Hitler in the 1930s, many people would have been saved, and the Holocaust as we know it might not have happened, says Dr. Kevin Breault, professor of sociology and anthropology, who has researched the sociology of religion, cults and sects. Speaking of a possible war with Iraq, he notes, "We go to war in defense of a principled and defining idea--what is good, what is morally right, to protect people, many of whom cannot defend themselves from the actions of unbridled hatemongers. ... This is not the time for well-meaning Neville Chamberlains living in the comfort of a safe, democratic society far from immediate threats."

Contact Breault at 615-898-2696 or H: 615-292-1663.
kbreault@mtsu.edu

State champs

MTSU debaters captured both the varsity and novice state titles at the Tennessee Intercollegiate Debate Association tournament last Saturday at TTU. Sophomores Courtney Carver of Murfreesboro and Allan Lutes of Chattanooga were undefeated. "They won every debate," noted Dr. Russell Church, chair, speech and theatre. "It's unusual for a team to win every single match." Juniors Heather Cannon of Kingston and Erika Chambers of Gallatin won the novice division. "Each team member ... earned recognition," added Greg Simerly, head debate coach. The teams head to Athens, Ga., Feb. 14-16 for the Bulldog Invitational.

Contact Church at 615-898-2640
rchurch@mtsu.edu
or Simerly at 615-898-5607.
gsimerly@mtsu.edu

An on-line relationship

Lynn Palmer, director of admissions, says that as universities utilize greater means of electronic communication, it's a good idea for college applicants to develop an on-line relationship with the college's admission office. Students should make sure the school application is on a secure server. "This should ease concerns of sending personal information into cyberspace. ... [And] this will begin to prepare them for the type of on-line activities that they will experience in the classroom," she notes.

Contact Palmer at 615-898-2239.
lpalmer@mtsu.edu

TODAY'S MTSU UPLINK AT 10 A.M. SEGMENT 1: Dr. Preston MacDougall discusses the software he has adapted for use in the space shuttle program, which provides scientists with a better look at molecules.
SEGMENT 2: Dr. Susan Sobel, licensed clinical and school psychologist, talks about how adults should help children handle news of terror and disaster.
SEGMENT 3: Images of the photographic works of New York-based Arlene Gottfried in an exhibit titled "The Eternal Light," featuring gospel singers in Harlem.

TR EXTRA: TODAY: Feb. 12 at 11 a.m., activists and poets will participate in an International Day of Poetry Against the War, Keathley University Center, Room 314. Contact Andy Smith at 615-464-3776. Media welcomed.
TODAY: Feb. 12, 9:15-11:30 a.m., a Masterclass with guitarists Miroslav Loncar and Natasa Klasinc-Loncar, Wright Music Building. For information, call 615-898-2493. Media welcomed.
TONIGHT: Feb. 12: 8 p.m., Wright Music Building, guest artist concert with classical guitarist, composer and master teacher David Leisner. Media welcomed.
TOMORROW: Feb. 13, a Masterclass with Leisner, 12:30-2:30 p.m., Wright Music Building. Media welcomed.
TOMORROW: Feb. 13, 3:30 p.m., video conference, Learning Resources Center, Judy Campbell and Drs. Doug Winborn and Janet Colson will present a professional development program for teachers on making school health initiatives a coordinated effort among all health programs and personnel. Call NPA at 615-898-2919. Media welcomed.
TOMORROW: Feb. 13, 8 p.m., Wright Music Building, Dr. William Yelverton and The Stones River Chamber Players perform music of David Leisner. Media welcomed.
TOMORROW: Feb. 13, 7 p.m., Business and Aerospace Building S128, Rev. Charles Woolery, lecture, "How Afrocentric Spiritual Thought Can Empower the Black Community." Media welcomed.
FRIDAY: Feb. 14, 7 p.m., Wright Music Building, "A Night of Smooth, Soulful Jazz," featuring Marcus "Stix" Finney, Todd Johnson, and others. $2.00 admission. Media welcomed.