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Friday night saw yet another
fantastic performance in a perennial
favorite, That’s Entertainment.
Opening with a stern reminder from
Officer Dubleaux that he is a real
cop and “will shoot anyone dead”
who is caught attempting to
rearrange cafeteria tables, the
variety show was full of laughs and
incredible talent. First place and a
$50 prize was awarded to Derrian
Tolden from Texas for an impressive operatic performance. Second place and a $35 prize went
to Austin Chu of Tennessee for his mastery of the violin. Third place and the $15 prize went to
Lizz Luong for her ribbon routine, a fantastic blend of art and dance. The entire show was full of
amazing talent, with a range of musicians, dancers, and comedians, thoroughly entertaining the
crowd throughout the program.
The crowd was entertained by the hilarious antics of the SCL as well. With such skits as Who Is
The Weakest Officer and Celebrity Jeopardy, the night was full of laughs. And let’s not forget
those fashion-challenged drag queens that the SCL is always sure to deliver. With a stunning
rendition of Lady Marmalade by the guys of the SCL, we’re all reminded of the confusion over
what the C in SCL really stands for (there’s a rumor floating around that cross-dressing is the
real reason they always find their way to convention).
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The show did not see the end of Lady Marmalade there, however. The Racketeers were in full
flare with their own rendition of the classic song, carrying on the strong tradition of, well,
confusion over just what the heck they’re doing up there. Whatever it was, it was definitely
entertaining.
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Every year That’s Entertainment raises money to support the NSCL Scholarships, awarding
financial assistance and awards to those SCLers who have contributed substantially to both the
SCL and JCL. Entertaining delegates, making us all laugh, and helping college students afford
their education, That’s Entertainment does great things for everyone involved. The next time you
want to go home happy, forget the movie rental and just catch a performance of That’s
Entertainment. You’ll always be glad you did.
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Number of jokes in That’s Entertainment: 2 hosts
Number of seconds it takes for a crawfish to complete one race: oww…
Number of times the SCL Editors have said “A monkey could do this job”: 0
Number of NJCL officers it takes to do a monkey’s job: 7
Number of flying cockroaches it takes to fly Neha away: 2
Number of flying cockroaches it takes to fly Neha away after they eat at Bruff commons: 13
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Editor’s Note: Our undercover informant Salty was rushed to the hospital Friday with what
doctors are calling an acute case of Louisiana Puniceusaureusquespiritus or “Green Gator
Fever.” Medics found him laying face down in Newcomb Square, his hindquarters flailing about
proudly in the air. Onlooker Ana Rupnik of the LSCL explained: “He was racing crawfish one
second and the next his head was seizing back and forth babbling on about how hard he had
bumped his head. That’s when he pitched face first into the mud. What a weirdo.” Initial
reports from hospital staff are not good as they do not expect him to recover. However doctors
did pass along this note, which was found in his pocket:
July 20, 1800 hours: I wish I could tell Ms. Moreland and the entire Louisiana delegation what
a wonderful time I’ve had. I’d tell her that while my heart will always remain with Florida, I will
cherish the friendships I’ve made in the LJCL. Thank you for the opportunity to be a part of this
convention. I’d say all that, except I can’t. . . my vocals cords have gone on holiday in
Mississippi and they’re not expected back for a while. What’s a green gator to do?
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Q: Did you go to the Cajun Cookout?
A: Yes. And the Cajuns tasted especially good, too. The chef is to be highly commended.
Q: Have you heard any rumors about developments for next year’s Olympika or Ludi Events?
A: Yes. Next year, the Brazilian National Team will have an entry in Ludi Soccer, and George
Foreman will be hosting a Ludi Grilling competition to see who can make the tastiest,
healthiest concoctions with his Lean, Mean, Fat-Reducing Grilling Machine. Other than that,
nothing new is on the horizon.
Q: That sounds big.
A: That’s not a question.
Q: Shut up.
A: Excuse me, but I’m the only one allowed to get sassy on these things, alright?
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Q: So what happened to Lil’ Kim in Lady Marmalade?
A: She watched Oprah’s new video: “Abs of Ho-Ho’s.”
Q: Is there any hope that there will be someone else writing these things next year? Maybe
someone a little less sarcastic and smart-alecky?
A: Not bloody likely. And maybe it won’t be me who’s replaced. Maybe the Ear staff will find
someone who asks better questions and makes this time and space worth my while.
Q: So what are you going to do now that you have a whole year to think of new bogus answers?
A: I’m teaching my Introduction to Philosophy course at the prestigious In Your Dreams
University.
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NJCL convention yesterday. However, controversy still looms about high schoolers going pro
without college experience.
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“Great poll!” –James, TX
“I like polls a lot.” –Nathan, FL
“They suck, I hate you.” –Ruth,
TN
“Uh, I don’t even know what
they are.” –Joe, OH
“I feel elated to be singled out,
in the rain.” –Ann, TX
“Kangaroos hop funny.” –Bryan,
SCL
::confused look:: —Laura , TN
“They’re more fun than listening
to N’Sync.” –Zack, TX
“I think I want to go back into the
AC building.” –Saah, OH
“Through them, we can all
become a small piece of the big
pie that is the poll.” –Matt, IL
“It’s not about how you slice the
pie, it’s about making the pie
higher.” –George, TX
“My first poll, slightly nervous,
afraid I’ll make a Freudian slip
and misrepresent JCL, and
have trouble sleeping…but they
are nice.” –Dan, PA
“I’m not a delegate, I go to
school here.” –Ray Holmes,
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“So, what do you have on under that toga?" Yesterday, at his workshop entitled The Toga: It’s
not Clothing, it’s a Concept, Wade Heaton from Southeastern Louisiana University answered this
question and more about this well-known Roman garment. Today, as you don your modified
bedsheets to party in Louisiana-style, take into mind that a true Roman Toga was designed to
instill such Roman values as dignitas, virtutas, pietas, and gravitas.
How did it accomplish all this? A true toga was made of wool and consisted of over 100 square
feet of fabric. Especially in Rome’s Mediterranean climate, this was very hot and heavy for just
the common citizen to wear. Its awkward folds required the wearer to stand tall, and the weight
on the left arm trained men for carrying shields on the battlefield. Cumbersome garment molded
the character of young citizen to be more enduring. Whining was as far as you can get from
Roman virtues. Also, as a boy grew to manhood, he would change few types of togas. The
different styles signified the social status of the wearer.
Another useful (?) piece of trivia the attendees picked up is the way togas were cleaned and the
various technical aspects of wearing them. Are you sure you want to know? The censors got us
before printing… But you can find out for yourself, if you attend the rerun of the seminar today at
2:30 or visit his website at togaman.com!
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One has not truly experienced a Cajun Cookout in
Louisiana until they have seen a race sponsored
by the Crawfish Racing Association (CRA). Friday,
JCL delegates from all over the United States were
treated to one of the greatest races in the long,
illustrious history of the sport. One of Crawfish
racing’s greatest legends won in his final race
before retiring to a well-seasoned boiling pot.
In a rare display of speed and skill, he jumped out
to an early six inch lead in the first foot. However,
the others were up to the challenge. Before the
end of the first meter, he was neck and neck with
his hated rival who faded in the last eight inches.
His other hated rival was quickly out of the picture,
as it was discovered the reason he wasn’t making
good time was because he was afraid of the postrace water bath for the winner and was scratched.
There was a hint of controversy during the race, as
it was discovered in post-race blood testing that
one owner had slipped his crawfish Coca-Cola during the race. In a statement issued by the
Crawfish Racing Association spokesman Mr. Sock Puppet, “We take incidents like this very
seriously. We intend to make an example of this nefarious threat to the integrity of the sport, and
will not have hooligans making a mockery of our great organization.” The perpetrator, who shall
remain nameless, but whose initials shall be released in Sunday’s Convention Ear, was
immediately disqualified from the race and disqualified from next week’s race at the Talladega 48
(inches), the premier race on the circuit. This pretty much eliminates the offender from any hope
of the championship this year.
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To all the wicked SMAHT people in
Bangor, Maine especially Gabby & Danny
whom I met at the pool—Mia in MA
A Shout out to Casey in TX—from your
friend in MA
California knows how to party but Shamu
will forever belong to Florida –a nonFloridian
Thanx Louisiana for a wonderful NJCL
experience! I still want one of those shirts! –
Mia, MA
To Ashlee, Marie, & Allison –Wazz up
Tennessee
The Wisconsin certamen teams thank all
other teams for the chance to compete,
thank the academic chair Mr. DuBose &
the certamen chair Mr. Long for their work,
and thank the Tennessee work crew for
their behind the scenes work, without
which these events could not occur. –J.
Greenwald
To: the Fiesty TN “Hotties”, What can we
do? What can we say? To take all the
anger and sadness away? –KY King
and NC Nomads
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To Kelly from
WY, it’s your TX
SCLer. Even an
old college stud
needs to make
new friends.
Meet me inside
the last dance.
Love to all our
fans! …and to
the KY guys. Spice girls live on. Indiana still
rules! –Baby and Roxi Spice
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Happy 65 birthday to Mac McCrary. Love,
Diane.
Many JCLers will come in and out of your
life…But Matt from CO will leave footprints
in your ❤
S—I want in…loosen up! Love, Tootsie PS
No string attached!
Vos amamus! – Parva, DuBie, O.G.,
Walton, and Mr. McCarthy
Neon shines through to smokey eyes, it’s
2AM, I’m
again. Your crazy on my
mind
We love Will! – St. Andrew’s Girls
John Oberlin, I’ll be your mommy. Love,
your “other” pet.
Good luck to all Florida Certamen Players!
Love, the FL Certamen Groupies
Heather, Monica, Michelle, Regina,
Spankie, Ragnar, Megan, Jane—you are
my sunshines! –Catherine
Hey Baby—Just wanted to say that I love
you. Love—Your “Perfect” Princess
To the Belle of Amherst and her partner in
crime: you’re doing a great job! Try and get
some sleep. Love, the Tallahassee Twins
To Prince William/Dawson/”SB”/Polly
Pocket: You’re My Hero!
EMI! From the Anonymous Emu
Happy Birthday to Micheal McClain from
the San Antonio Madison delegation.
We’re glad you’re with
us!
Hey Rebecca!
Where’s the nearest
airport? –From an
anonymous Emu
I didn’t forget about
Eric with the adorable
blue eyes—can I
have them? –
Shamaiah
My Book—Mille gratzie for being here for
me. I don’t know what I’d do without you. –
ille puer
The answer to the riddle is “nothing”
because nothin’ is betta than MA baby! –
The Riddleratrix
Scott & Catie-Thanks for all your help!-Dev
pkONE model—I’m the girl you are
searching for. Waited for you at the nacho
cart. Syntax…so-so. Paying a geek to
finish a program is usually my way around
that. –Blondie, IN
IL SCLers – It’s so great to have YOU with
us. Your enthusiasm is fabulous. You help
us in so many ways. Know how much we
appreciate YOU.
Ex animo, IL Magistrae
Sarjack rules –C
Dear Nate, I had a wonderful time. You
were really smoking. I’m glad we could
show Nick how it’s done!
Forever Yours, The Fire Detector
To Smiley the one-legged Apostle & his
sidekick, Mr. Excitement—keep your
dancing clean & your hair gel mean. –
carcer & illecebra
M.F. Attempted to talk yesterday. Sincerest
apologies for everything. Please forgive
me, Florida Girl PS—FL Girls seek
membership in WI Boys’ Fan Club!
Salvete, Will W., Will N., Caitlin, Lauren
D’A., Lauren Dill, Kristin, Nat, Nathan, Izzy,
John, Helen, Lily, Win, Talina, Ashley, Clint,
Conrad, Jack, Jesse, Scott, Ginny, Ruta,
Caroline, Hillary, Ashwin, Aaron, Eddie,
Patrick, Tyler, Cameron, Kelly, Judson.
Pflugerville JCL – Glad we could be there.
We’re thinking of you! – St. Andrew’s JCL
To Mr. McCarthy – Te amamus! Thanks
for everything you do for St. Andrew’s JCL.
Love, Everyone.
Edmond is the Doee!
– Judson, TX
Storey Rulz, Hang’s Cool, Amanda’s
Creative, PK Craisez, No Comment on
Doug, Ary, Mike C. Hang NICE SCRAP
M.C.
BOOK!!!
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Dr. Kaz, Cohee, P, Ms. F & B & MA
Delegation, Thanks for making my last
year as a JCLer special & FUN!
~Akogare/MattBLA
To all of those who were in the interviews
the past two days. Thanks for making a
great tape. Special thanks to Fu, Caitlin,
and the girls who couldn’t find an example
of what Bush did for Texas as a governer,
– Small Country
To Kelly from Wyoming, the person at the
dance next to the pillar was the
uncomparable, versatile, godly genius
named… STERLING PRICE ADAMS
DARLING JR. Thanks to Fu for the full
name of our hero.
Nothing promotes cross-dressing like
NJCL.
– IL chicks
To the MJCL Delegation – thanks for 4
tremendous JCL conventions. You can
bank on me coming to Kentucky as an
SCLer. Gratis maximas vobis…
Cum “Amore”
Derek B.
P.S. Fu’s got company! Viva la Fu!
To Raoul & Big John ~
We apologize for lowering your self
esteem. Thanks for everything! We love
you guys! Love, Melissa & Sara
WANTED: A Tallahassee ‘Rickards guy’.
Answers to the name of Alfred. Most likely
found wearing black.
Love, the person you would least
suspect.
Tyler,
Aren’t you glad we taught you to dance?
Love lots, Jessi and Kelly
I just wanted to thank the person who
found my Certamen binder.--LTNV, MA.
Yo Blondie! You will be a super-cool Latin
teacher! Stay blonde!
Little Natural Blonde From IL
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Venn – Support him, Brran – Shh!!!
Culman – Matt’s taken her. Mike – Mmm
Phone & Amanda love. Dan – Stay in UR
Room.
A.K.
To Josephus— Happy anniversary to the
tall, dark and handsome hunk who can
play guitar like Apollo. Thank you for the
happiest year of my life.
Ego te amo.
Cum amore, Victoria
To our burly protector, John O.: Thanks for
keeping us safe this week!
– Mo and Ca
Ms. Smith, Thanks for letting me use the
computer & showing me I didn’t crash it.
D.R.
North Carolina SPIRIT shines, Maximas
gratias, Je-Nita Villines!
Your NCJCL SPIRIT SLAVES
Andrew, Andrew, & Kevin, We’ll always
love our D.C boys!
Love lots, 24-Plus-2 & Willow
To Mr. Lee, Mrs. Ellis, and Ms. Mathis—
Thanks for all your guidance this summer.
We wouldn’t be here without you. We love
you all! –Texas Lower Certamen Team
Yo Massachusetts! Kevin Fu is yours?? I
think not. Take a look at the official Fu
name badge. Does it say Michigan?? I
think so!
– Much love (heh!) Elisa, Michigan
How many times must it be said that the
SCL officially owns Kevin’s soul?
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
Roger, Noah, and Randy – oh, no! We
mean “Ryan”. Win or lose, it’s how you
play the game. You better play it well. –
Two Goddesses from MA
To Tiny Tim and Aimdawg. The Delphic
Oracle proclaims: Beware of man who
runs with wheel chair.
Evin – you are a dancing queen. And the
sweetest girl. I know – I’m proud to be
mistaken as your sister – thanks for the
putting up w/ me.
Multas gratias to the Clear Brook girls who
helped Magistra Miksch, TX haul her
luggage around Jloise for 45 minutes
looking for her “mystery cell’ room.
Catman, Magister Malevolence – So when
are you gonna demonstrate your magical
abilities? Saucie (aka Raspberry), OK
ýù – Best of luck to you all. You know
you’re the best, keep up the good fight.
“felicem tibi natalem diem” to Kathryn today
and to Stephanie last Monday – from
Carty, Rochelle, Jennifer, Allison, Sinae, Al,
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been working, because you’ve been
absolutely wonderful. We love you—you
are practically perfect! Love, the PA
delegation
Daniel, Karina, Domenica, and BP
Magistra.
Scott & Catie
Thanks for all your help!
Dev
Hey Phil (FJCL Officer)—We’d love to talk
to you sometime. We really like your
fellowship speeches every night. Love,
your Tampa FL girls
$120.00? What? It ain’t worth that! –The
GA Boys
TO ALL DELEGATES: IF YOU HAVE
FOUND A TAN OLD NAVY HAT WITH A
HAWAIIAN PRINT ON IT, PLEASE
BRING IT BACK TO SOMEONE IN THE
INDIANA DELEGATION!! THIS HAT IS
VERY IMPORTANT TO ONE OF THE
INDIANA DELEGATES, SO IF YOU’VE
FOUND IT, PLEASE GIVE IT BACK.
THERE IS A $ REWARD.
To all the Indiana delegates—It has been
awesome going to convention with you
all—you all have been great to hang with!!
–Nic “Buddha”
Phil: How you stud! See yah around.
Always, Pajama Queen from Jersey
Jane—Happy Early Birthday! It was so
much fun rooming with you this year.
Thanks for making
our first NJCL
experience a great
one! Love always,
Sara and Melissa
Magister Agri:
Cenabis bene! –
Catullus
To Danny, Jenny,
Rebecca and
Ashley: Thanks for
all your support
through the years. You put the JC in JCL.
All the best in the future. S.A.Boyd
To Eric and Miss Mishkin: Who else would
break bones for Latin? Your cronies, Lorna,
Alisyn, Bryant, and Jon
To Brian O’Leary—4 long years have
finally paid off, words can not describe how
proud we are of you. –your friends Tyler
and Samantha
Samantha—I still can’t believe I’ve found
an angel like you. God has truly blessed
this world and me. Yours truly Tyler
Ohio Rulz…How Profound! –Ohio
Delegate 4704
John Oberlin, Just Whisper Softly.
Your pet
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Mommy Magistra (T.K.)—You are the cat’s
meow. We don’t know what we’d do
without you. Those happy pills must have
Magistra Hanshew- You gon’ eat dat
pickle? Thanks for all your hard work and
for keeping us in line! Love, the PA
delegation.
Congratualations to the Novice and Lower
WA/BC certamen teams. Bene factum!
Mr. Stickney—Thanks for bring such a cool
chaperone (and dancer). You’re a lot
cooler than you look! –The PA delegation
Magistra Koons—Thank you so much for
your enthusiasm and dedication. We hope
to see you next year! Love, the PA
Delegation.
Mr. Weaver—Thanks for being there to
remind us how to treat our women with
respect. –The PA Boys
P.S. But
you need to keep working on those boys! –
The PA Girls
Venus and Vesta—We love you girls! It’s
been a wicked awesome week! Love, the
“wicked funny” PA sisters
Magistrae Klein and Hanshew—Thank you
for being our teachers, our mentors, and
our friends for the
past five years. You
have helped us
become who we
are—we will always
treasure the
memories. Cum
amore, Aurelia et
Cornelius
I love the Weezer
Love Shack, Anna,
Anna, Daniel,
Robert, Dabbs,
Joey, and the guy with cowboy boots.
Jean Kim, will you be my date to the
farewell dance? –Infatuated, from Georgia
I’m emo. You’re emo. Let’s have emo
children. –Weezer Girl
Joe Haber: You were awesome!
Sara, Liz, and Anna
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SC would like to thank Tom from NJ for his
th
valiant effort in aiding SC to a 4 place
victory in Ludi Soccer. Thanks a lot, we
couldn’t have done it without you. –R.E.
from SC
Michelle—You’re just too good to be true,
can’t take my eyes off of you… –Paul
Sterling—I can’t stop thinking about you.
Meet me at the second tree from the end.
We’ll…go over fourth declension. Love
and smooches, saucie.
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Oh passive periphrastic boy, I cannot resist
your charms any longer. Meet me at the
second tree—no wait, already taken. Try
the third tree. I’ll be waiting in the nonparasitic Spanish moss for some passive
periphrastic action. The Beast, OK
A—I will see you in ATL and I promise a
tour. And if you still need a place don’t
forget I could rent you one. –C
If you ever get your eye nipped out by a
drunken lobster, make sure you get it back,
because it would be neat to put your eye
on your mantle next to your previouslysevered toe with a plaque reading, “Eye
Can See My Toe!!!”
To the queen of the frou-frou we write
come to our room on Saturday night
Frou-frou we willYou inspire us stillat stupid o’clock we will fight!
Oklahoma certamen: We’re proud of you.
Let’s get ‘em next year! –Mag and Yoda
Sridhar, Vivek, Allison, Caroline, Cathy,
Ellie, Sheena, Anita, Lizbeth, Ryan, and
Brian: I’m proud of you all –Magister H
Doug Landry, I knew from the moment I
saw you last year that I was your soulmate.
I hope you continue on in SCL, for we were
destined to be together. Semper amabo
te. –Girl from Colorado
The Colorado Delegation is selling
glowsticks, posters, bouncy balls, hacky
sacks, at sale prices. See the bazaar.
Glow sticks will also be sold at the last
dance.
Maestro in Willow 174: I love the way you
sing when no one is
listening. Forgive me for
eavesdropping, but your
enchanting voice lulled
me into a trance. One
you start, you just can’t
stop. Te amo, see you in
bluegrass country.
To the LA Delegation—
Thanks so much for
letting me be part of your
group. I’ve had the best
time at convention this
year. Mrs. Morelama, Thank you so much
for letting me come –Jennifer
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FLORIDA LOWER CERTAMEN—
UNLEASH THE FURY!!
Tennessee, & Florida, we’ll be back! –
CJCL Coach Mr. Hawley
Happy Birthday Kathryn!!! Felicem diem
natalem!
Dear David, Like Hector you truly are a
great hero. You are also destined to be
overcome by a red-headed foreigner.
--Athena
Erin—You are a dancing queen. Love
you. See you at the Varsity –A
To LA—thanks for 10 great years—I hope I
can still be an honorary LSCLer even
though I’ll be in Georgia –A
To the guy w/blonde hair that plays the
guitar at Aron Residence—I think you are
really hot, and I wanna take guitar lessons
from you. Love, “Angel” from Tampa, FL
Sugar muffin—
”Live in my house;
I’ll be your shelter.
Just pay me back
With one thousand kisses.
Be my lover
and I’ll cover you.” –Punkin
TX Upper Certamen team y’all were
awesome. Jess I know you did wonderfully
in history. –A.K.
To two Virginia girls—I had a great
convention, and it was fun hanging with
you –Jersey John
Boo! Boo! We love you! –GA Delegation
Natalie, It has been great. –Chris
Thank you, Doug Landry, for your
wonderful wit on stage. You kept us
laughing for hours! —Missouri
SCL—THANK YOU SOOOO MUCH!!!
Thank you for everything you’ve done this
week. I owe you an incredible debt that I
could never repay. Thanks –Big Dave
Hey-hey NJ, thanks for letting me remain in
your delegation despite not technically
living there any more…sorry about the
missed some fellowships, next time I’ll try
harder –your SCL delegate
David, Yay, next year you’ll be a slasher
and can officially help the SCL! Glad you
came, see you next year! --Al
To my JCLers—I am sorry if it seems that I
have been in hiding; I’ve missed you! Hope
you had a great convention. JCLove,
Jenny from IL
Courtney—I
am very
proud of all
that you have
accomplished
this year. I
hope that
your first
national
convention
has been a
memorable
one. —Ward
Hey Wisconsin boys—move to Nashville.
We’re in need of hot boys. NOW. We love
you –TN girls
P.S. Thank you for showing us that milk
does do a body good.
To the guy from Texas that looks like Wes
Borland from Limp Bizkit who was wearing
a STAIND shirt the other. Just wanted to
say “Hey!” –someone special
Missouri would like to compliment Doug
Landry on his presidency but requests
recognition in the future.
Felix dies Cartwright. Happy 37th
Bravo and Cartwright, thanks for being my
boys. We can always be bitter and old
together. Not so long, but thanks for all the
shoes.
Ritchie, Ritchie, Ritchie. ‘Nuf said
Sean, Dan from New York—Hey Guys
great gettin’ to know you this week hope to
see you next year! Have a great year and
hopefully we can stay in contact w/ each
other Miss Ya—Katy from VA
To Jackie Nicole & Michelle: Thanks for
being great room/suite mates from now on
we will be known as Jackie (I), Jackie (II),
Jackie (III) and Michelle. C YA @ States –
Love ya! Your room/suite mate, —Katy
To the cute, tall guy w/ bleach blonde hair
from Ohio: I just wanted to thank you for
some great convention memories from
here and OK! I’m guessing this your last
year in JCL, but I hope you’ll come back
next year in Kentucky. Love your hair and
guitar! Keep on playing!! “Jackie III” in VA
P.S. “OHIO--…!” and “OHIO Rules!”
To my crack team of contest office
workers: maximas vobis gratias. You make
this job a breeze. Jim
Charlie-John-Calen-Adam-AlexandriaWe’re SO proud of you guys (& girl)!
You’ve been such an example &
inspiration to us! We LOVE you! –Laura &
Abby
Who’s in the doghouse? QUID NUNC!!
Nancy—Thanks for 20 years of Nationals.
Can we survive another 20? –RSK
To my North Allegheny family: Thank yinz
for a wonderful first NJCL and dat. You
truly represent the best in PA. –Magister S.
Thanks to the WA/BC sponsors, students,
and my fellow WA/BC SCLers for making
#11 the best convention yet. –Ian L.
California Certaminators—I’m proud of all
of you. You’ve done an awesome job and
come a long way. Texas, Ohio Virginia,
S. Radosevich, you are an awesome
SCLer and an editor rivaled only by the two
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editors we have now. Thanks so much!
--Justin
Love and Luck to all the Leon Lions. See
you in Lexington 2002. –Mrs. Kelley
plate.
--V the vegan elephant
Hey Louisiana! Say what? Thanks for all
your help and support. –Devin
Loved your act, soul sistas! –The Rack
Pack
Cuidam sponsori Illinoiae “inter scholas,”
Thank you and good luck. –illi lupi
potentissimi
CS: looking forward to your 20 at UK!
Maybe I’ll finally surprise you with a call
when I’m in town. –JC
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To the entire Florida delegation—Thanks
for a great convention! –Mrs. Ogles and all
the Florida teachers
Nancy and Regina: Hope you like the
shirts!
Phil—Did you ever know that you’re my
hero? –The Littlest Frits
Ms. Allen, Many congratulations for earning
your bowl. You’ve been an excellent
teacher , a revered mentor, and a
wonderful friend. I hope to spend many
more conventions together in the years to
come. –Justin
Brian, congrats on your victory! I am so
thankful I had an opportunity to be an FJCL
officer with you, and I am flattered beyond
belief by what you said today. You are
going to make one heck of a historian.
–Fish
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RR et TM: Another fun convention
together. Hope to see you both in FL this
fall and winter. --JC
Peaches! Peaches! Georgia peaches are
the best: sweet, luscious, and mischievous.
Brian Kacwert—You were a gracious and
classy candidate. You’re headed for great
things. CJCL loves ya!
Margaret—Thank you for supporting me
and putting up with me not being around I
love ya. –Mikey
No matter what anyone says: Shamu
Rules!
Georgia Delegation—Thanks for being a
part of my first NJCL Convention. You are
a great group, and I hope to see you again
next year. –Mrs. F.
To the girls of Sarjack: It has been great
being your community BF. --C
Florida sponsors are the greatest! Thanks
for making my NJCL convention the best
yet. –Roaming Regina
*SALE* Due to gov’t overthrows in
Guatamala, Bufy’s will now be $4 or 2 for
$7. Plus you get a sticker and a song!!! Oi!
Vey!
Liz, Randy, Todd, Rom, Christine,
Cameron, Big Dave, Lindsey, Marc, & Doc
. . . Thanks for being wonderful teacher,
JCL supporters, and good friends! –N.F.
Kyle from GA—Your conquest of Ohio’s
king was most victorious. Excellent, Dude!
–Your fan club
To Us; Since you guys didn’t extol our
virtues, we did the honors ourselves.
We’re cute, intelligent, and loaded with
perfectitude. WE LOVE OURSELVES!
–GA Belles
To the men of our delegation: You are the
light in our lives, the wind beneath our
wings, and Cupid to our Psyche. In short,
you’re absolutely adorable & we love you.
XOXO—the GA girls
Blasted Greek
--Ear Staffer
The Friendly Hand of JCL would like to
thank its unwitting counterpart for putting
up with so much sass all week.
Jenny, I love you and can’t wait to see you
on Monday. SB
Thank you, Lisa and Jennifer for allowing
me to write the junk I did. You both did an
excellent job this year. Hopefully, I’ll see
you next year. Steve
Hey Clear Brook Peeps! I love ya—and I’ll
miss ya especially the certamen people.
–Amanda
Phil, Phil, Courtney, and K-Rae, Thanks for
being here. –Mrs. O.
Amanda & Bob—What did you two do with
my camera? –Faulkner
--Da Man
To the guy from Ontario who is always
wearing an orange visor. Ask me to dance
at the Farewell Dance—you won’t regret it!!
--Ashley from Tampa, FL
To Lightstick man from CO. Sell me a
lightstick and watch me glow. –S. from TX
To the guy from Texas who looks like Paul
Walter and was wearing a blue shift w/a
white shirt over it at the Voodoo dance.
Save a dance for me at the Farewell
dance!! –Tiff from Tampa, FL
Neha, I’m concerned about your well
being, please come see me. M’kay?
–Mr. Mackay from South Park, CO
Great job, Lisa and Jennifer. Now, catch
up on some sleep. –Regina
Hey, Jamie-It’s not a sausage, it’s a muffin! Love the
screaming!
--OHIO delegation
Boo, It’s been another great week. You
are the best.
--T.M.
Scotty K-ryder-Have you been raiding my wardrobe?
Love the plaid shorts.
--T.M.
S.K.-You really should eat all the food on your
&RQYHQWLRQ (DU 6WDII Witch of the North:
Lisa Blumsack
Witch of the South:
Jennifer Morgan
The Man Behind the Curtain Whom No One
Pays Attention To:
Steve Gentle
Dorothy:
Sara Radosevich
Toto:
Mr. Sock Puppet
(sockpuppet@nscl.org)
Scarecrow:
Philip Zeyliger
Tin Man:
Ian Anderson
Da Lion:
Kevin Fu
Da Tigers:
Jason Morgan
Da Bearsh:
Mike Ditka
(oh my):
Steve Barnes
The Lollipop Guild:
Poll Staff
Flying monkey:
Carlos Nunes-Ueno
Horse of a Different Color:
Bryan Inderhees
The Yellow Brick Road:
St. Charles Ave.
Munchkins:
Denis Geoghegan,
Dana O’Day-6HQLRU Hey Gh\h`beh\Z
J u s t i n W a r d , Andrew Lee, Kyle Day
The Ear staff would like to sincerely
thank:
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Geri Dutra & Mary Smith for all
you do
the staff at University Press
who was so incredibly helpful,
courteous, and FAST!
everyone who helped us this
week!
We really appreciate your help!
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