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Show DAILY UTAH CHRONICLE Thursday, February 18, 2010 3 Hinkley forum analyzes education cuts Ryan Howell STAFF WRITER RICHARD PAYSON/The Daily Utah Chronicle Education experts Rich Garcia, Carlene Folau and McKell S. Withers answer questions from students and citizens on the concern about education in Utah. There was a lot of discussion about growing classrooms and economic barriers. With large budget cuts looming in the near future for all forms of Utah education, local experts on education and service convened Wednesday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics to discuss the state of education and what needs to happen at the legislative level to help continue growth. The open forum allowed students and citizens to voice Pastor details changes in civil rights Veronica Pineda STAFF WRITER A local clergyman and lecturer visited the U's Hinckley Institute of Politics to testify of the U.S. Constitution and the evolution of black rights. "The Constitution is constantly changing, constantly being evaluated," said the Rev. France Davis, the pastor at Calvary Baptist Church in Salt Lake City. The event, which focused on the U.S. Constitution and the "African-American Experience," was attended by students and faculty. "I hoped to a gain better perspective on this issue from someone who's been in the THERAPY continued from Page 1 and mental functions, he said. The study was performed in 51 centers around the world, in countries such as Germany, Spain, Italy and Canada. During the 24-week study, 23o patients with relapsing MS were assigned to one of three groups that received varying doses of the drug: high dosage, medium dosage or a placebo, Rose said. Researchers analyzed the movement for civil rights," said Katie Corak, a freshman in political science. Davis presented a timeline of the major court cases in the United States and the laws that have dramatically affected blacks in America, beginning with the signing of the Declaration of Independence. "We must stand tall and vigilant to the full interpretation and congregation of the Constitution and its laws," Davis said. He was an ardent participant in the Civil Rights Movement in the 19605, marching from Selma, Ala., to Montgomery, Ala., in one of the most famous routes in the movement's history. Davis still advocates for so- cial justice and equality, especially at the U, where the black population makes up barely more than i percent of the U's undergraduate population. Although the percentage is low, the statistics don't reflect admissions or standards at the U. "There is no provision for race in our admission standard," said Kay Harward, associate vice president for enrollment at the U. Davis fielded questions about the justification of racial jokes and names from students, and he said that people should laugh together and not at one another. v.pineda@ chronicle.utah.edu data from the study and found that patients who received a high dosage of the new drug had a significantly lower number of new or enlarged lesions, Rose said. They also found those who received the antibodies had a seven to eight times as many immune cells, or "killer cells," which are less common in those with MS who were untreated, he said. "This drug is significant, but it may not be the full story," Rose said. "However, medications all have to pay their dues. We have to find the odd rare side effects." Additional research is needed to determine if the benefits of the antibody are better used alone or with a combination of the current drug treatment for MS, Rose said. The next two phases will expand the study and work on reaching FDA guidelines, he said. The study was published online and in the March edition of The Lancet Neurology. d.rafferty@ chronicle.utah.edu their questions and concerns to education experts. Carlene Folau, a Bennion Center student leader, said there is a need for individualized attention in a lot of schools, but the resources just aren't there. Because class sizes are far too big in Utah and are underresourced, students who are already at a socioeconomic disadvantage are even further behind, according to the panel. The experts also took time HAZING continued from Page 1 the hearing that the students involved in Michael Stark's death would have had their cases dismissed were a plea of abeyance not an option. But not everyone thinks to analyze the effectiveness of standardized testing and its fairness in local schools. They also brought up the possibility that they can be unfair because not all students can afford preparation classes for tests like the ACT. With this disadvantage, the panel found that it's been harder for disadvantaged students to make it to college. McKell Withers, superintendent of the Salt Lake City School Board, said this has been going on for a long time. "The higher education system has a history of discrimination for underrepresented populations," Withers said. "Students face real economic barriers, as well as perceived inadequacy barriers." The panel agreed that the Legislature needs to reprioritize and put more resources into early education, so all students have the same opportunity to succeed. r.howell@ chronicle.utah.edu the law should allow that much leniency. "Someone has been killed," said Rep. Eric Hutchings, R-Kearns, "Granted, there are alternative remedies, but I am not feeling comfortable that we're going to just wipe the slate." Hutchings was one of three lawmakers on the committee who voted against the amended version of the bill. The bill now moves to the full House for approval. m.mcfall@ chronicle.utah.edu Jake Hibbard contributed to this article. The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice Since 1890 TheDaily Utah Chronicle Sid FOF$ FRFP 1_/t 1 •1 Here's how: Look for coupons: TRIAL continued from Page 1 Cassell said he doesn't think the defense will have much weight to it and thinks Benson will reject it fairly quickly. He also said he thinks DeChristopher is likely to be convicted. DeChristopher, a senior in economics, bid at a U.S. Bureau of Land Management oil and gas lease auction in December 2008 with no intent of actually purchasing any of the land in Southern Utah, and was later charged with two felony counts—one for lying to a federal official and another for violating an oil and leasing act, according to the government's indictment. DeChristopher said he did this as an act of civil disobedience against policies implemented by the Bush administration. Shea said the trial date will be set depending on the judge's schedule, but that they will likely see something in April or May. k.harrington@ chronicle.utah.edu U STUDENT MEDIA COUNCIL THE UNIVERSITY OF UTAH CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: The Board of Trustees is now accepting applications for members of the Student Media Council. Contact Jake Sorensen at (801) 581-7540 or jake.sorensen@utah.edu for more information or to obtain an application. Find coupons in the Daily Utah Chronicle, Campus Deals, or online at www.crimsonbiz.com Make a purchase: Use the coupon between 1/17/10 and 2/25/10 and save your receipt. Show me the money: Bring your receipt to Tom Hurtado at the Chronicle offices in the Union rm 321 on Feb. 26 between 8am-5pm. The 2nd and 10th person to show a valid receipt will get a free ski pass to the Canyons. Completed applications are due Friday, February 19 by 4 pm. DK. 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