 APDA
Fashion Page
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By Adrienne Penta, Amanda Teo, & Jess Wendover
 After
the last fashion article we have seen some moderate improvement
on the APDA fashion front, but many debaters' casual wardrobes still
need help. Here are a few tips for casual clothing for Friday
night debate "parties." Some of these parties are dreadful
enough without the added bonus of seeing some of APDA's stellar
fashion creations.
Top Five APDA Party Don'ts:
 Don't
wear anything spandex. Remember, "spandex is privilege,
not a right." (This rule applies all of the time, not just
at parties.)
Don't
wear anything excessively baring ... it's probably been a long day,
the last thing we want to see is APDA in the flesh.
Don't
bring flowpads, cases, pens, briefcases, etc ... it's a party!
Casual
doesn't mean sweatpants, ripped t-shirts or any break-away clothing,
i.e., wind pants.
And
finally, don't, we repeat don't, wear your suit, suit jacket,
wingtips or any other piece of clothing that could identify you
as a debater. The debater-look only works in debate rounds, if then,
and certainly not at a party where you risk running into a "normal"
person.
Some Recent APDA Fashion Errors:
Suits
with tennis shoes: Okay, so the Rushinator looks rather charming
in this little ensemble, but for everyone else (unless you have
a perverse desire to look like the Rushinator), get some real shoes
that belong with a suit. You wouldn't go out with a shirt and
no pants on, would you? Don't tell us if you would; we don't
want to know.
No,
the imposters will not be mistaken for the original: If you find
yourself consistently showing up at tournaments decked out in items
as artificial as the ingredients in Pixie Stix, it's time to catch
up with the 90's. Fake nails, spray-on-hair, imitations of
your favorite designer labels ... if it can be pried off or rubbed
off, you're not fooling anyone other than yourself. On the other
hand, if you find rather authentic-looking designer knock-offs,
e-mail Amanda; she'll be glad to do some shopping with you.
Yes,
length does matter in your performance: Some people take
the retro trend too far. Items of clothing you dig up from the back
of your closet -- you know, the ones that fit you in middle school
-- do not fall under the rubric of "retro." If your skirt
is so short that underwear really becomes outerwear, or if you can
wear your suit slacks in a flood, it's time to rush out to the nearest
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The
Top Ten Most Eligible Bachelors on APDA
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By Adrienne Penta
Jonathan
needed to fill one extra page, so I undertook the enormous task
of compiling this list. And believe me, it took a while to
wade through the huge applicant pool, but I somehow arrived at a
mere ten debaters who I consider to be the most eligible. Unfortunately,
I might have missed many deserving APDA men in my quest due to my
limited familiarity with some of you. Additionally, in most cases,
if you're already taken, you weren't eligible for the list. So if
I've never met you, or some lucky girl's got you already, you're
not here. Of course, some of you simply weren't worthy of making
the list, given the rich pool of subjects APDA's male population
provides. Here's the list:
10. Peter Guirguis (NYU)
I know
he's taken, but that might not stop him.
9. Ben Karlin (Brown)
What
APDA girl could resist the power of the Presidency?
8. Matt Adams (UVA)
The
boy next door, but a few years older, and a whole lot nicer.
7. Micah Weinberg (Princeton)
You
have to admire a guy that will go commando under his toga.
6. Will Pompa (Hopkins)
You
have to admire a guy that will go commando under his toga, then
take it off.
5. Dave "The Dave" Riordan (Hopkins)
Money.
Charm. Good looks with very sophisticated hair. And an ego that
will never let you forget it.
4. Dave Carpenter (Princeton)
Flash.
Who could resist a "quick" night with Carp?
3. Thiruvendran Vignarajah (Yale)
A well-spoken,
charming Yalie. And you know what they say about boys with long
names...
2. Jason Goldman (Princeton)
The
most attractive future astrophysicist you will meet. Ever.
1. Scott Chesin (Harvard)
NorthAms.
The Tux. Enough said.
Editor's Note: I'd like to thank Adrienne for putting this together.
Of course, as an APDA guy (newly available) seeking a SF, this editor
feels a little slighted by being left off the list...
Jonathan :) |
GW
Nats Update
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By Jonathan Cohen & KayAnn Panagi
Several
important things have changed since December. I believe GW has altered
their plans for the best. Below, I've included brief remarks from
the Nationals Tournament Director, GW's KayAnn Panagi in which she
explains the amenities APDA can expect. Afterward, I've attached
some additional revised budgetary and technical information. Jonathan
With
the 1998 spring season rapidly underway, the George Washington University
Parliamentary Debate Society (GWPDS) eagerly awaits the National
Championships, which will be held in the District of Columbia, April
17-19. The GWPDS has been planning a fun-filled weekend for
competitors, judges, and dinos.
The
weekend begins with check-in at the Watergate and Premier hotels
for competitors and judges respectively. Rounds will be held
on campus Friday. To reward everyone for a hard day's work,
an all-you-can-drink party (both beer and rail) will be held at
The Cellar, a local area nightclub. APDA's time at The Cellar will
include a buffet dinner, DJ, dancing, and billiards.
At
11:15 P.M., you will be whisked away to The Odyssey, a cruise ship
which sails down the Potomac. With a DJ, dancing, food and
cash bars, The Odyssey provides the ultimate tour of D.C.'s historic
monuments from its decks, which are cigar and cigarette friendly.
The
next morning, the Watergate will serve APDA a delicious continental
breakfast. Rounds will then continue on campus until we break
for the traditional GW Bertucci's Italian lunch.
Following
preliminary rounds on Saturday, a black tie banquet will be held
at The University Club, a popular university gathering spot which
has played host to many elite Washington dinner receptions.
After
dinner, we will hold another gluttonous party at The Cellar, where
we will announce the break at midnight. On Sunday, the final round
and awards ceremony will be held at the Watergate and broadcast
on CSPAN and NPR.
Our
resolutions will be diverse and should inspire excellent competition. There
will be three resolutions for each of the six preliminary rounds:
a World's style straight (tight link), a standard linkable and a
humorous linkable. The top 16 teams will break to Octofinals. The
GWPDS is currently building a National Championship website, which
will provide information on the tournament as well as on-line registration
for competitors, judges and dinos.
The
cost to compete at Nationals this year will be $270 per team. However,
we realize that some teams are new on the circuit or must travel
a great distance to attend the Championship, so we will offer discounts
on a case-by-case basis. If any team foresees that they may
need a discount, just let us know as soon as possible.
Please
do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns
whatsoever.The GWPDS is proud to host the 1998 National Championship
in our nation's capital, and we trust you will enjoy our hospitality.
KayAnn Panagi
Nationals Tournament Director
Contact KayAnn at kayann@gwis2.circ.gwu.edu
or at 202-338-0872.
You can also directly access the entire GW team by sending an email
to gwpds@gwis2.circ.gwu.edu.
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GW
Nationals Revised Budget Information
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By Jonathan Cohen & KayAnn Panagi
Many
cost estimates, especially trophies and printing costs, remain approximate.
In two cases (the Saturday Banquet and the Sunday breakfast), costs
are lower in the current estimate than in GW's December re-bid. Below
are the expected expenses involved with GW's impressive list of
amenities:
| Watergate Hotel |
$19,400 |
| Premier Hotel |
$4,360 |
| Friday Party/Dinner at the Cellar |
$2,700 |
| Friday Cruise on the Odyssey |
$4,500 |
| Saturday Lunch at Bertucci's |
$2,160 |
| Saturday Banquet at the University Club |
$0* |
| Saturday Party at the Cellar |
$1,800 |
| Sunday Breakfast |
$350 |
| Sunday Lunch |
$0** |
| Printing |
$350 |
| Trophies |
$1,500 |
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| Total |
$37,120 |
* Events at The University Club are paid for by the GW administration.
** GW is currently seeking a deal with a local vendor to provide
lunch for free.
Here's a list of expected revenues:
| Registration* |
$17,550 |
| Student Academic Support Services |
$7,000 |
| Student Association Sponsorship |
$1,000 |
| Marvin Center Governing Board |
$1,000 |
| College Republicans Sponsorship |
$1,000 |
| College Democrats Sponsorship |
$1,000 |
| Profits from the GW tournament |
$3,500 |
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| Total |
$32,050 |
* This assumes 65 teams each paying the full $270, with no discounts.
This
leaves GW with a deficit of $5,070 ($32,050 - $37,120). With
the help of debaters from the University of Maryland, College Park,
GW will attempt to secure corporate sponsorships to cover the above
shortfall. Regardless, GW has assured the APDA Board that under
no circumstances will tournament entry fees be raised above their
current level, $270 per team.
Jonathan |
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