THE NEWS

• According to last week’s memorandum of understanding between Yale and Peru, all of the Incan artifacts held at the University will be returned to Peru by the end of 2012. The dispute has been compared to others about ancient artifacts that reside in museums far from their place of origin, but experts said Yale’s example does not necessarily mean other controversial cases of exported artifacts will be resolved on a similar schedule.
• Only two aldermen showed up to a meeting with city officials last week to ask questions about changes coming to Route 34, but they brought from their communities serious questions and concerns about the project’s intentions. Constituents feel as if the plans for the project were pulled together without the input of the community it would be affecting, and are worried that this is just one more example of Yale’s concerns being placed ahead of the community’s, Ward 5 aldermen Jorge Perez and Ward 23 aldermen Yusuf Shah told city officials in the meeting. Both Perez and Shah said they are excited about progress for downtown, but Perez said he still has yet to receive the specific information he needs to support the Route 34 plan.
• While the Yale College Council pursued an agenda this semester praised by administrators and students alike,some Yalies — including YCC President Jeff Gordon ’12 — worry that the council has left students in the dark. Changing University policies on issues that directly affect students such as housing and academics is his top priority, Gordon said, adding that the council has also tried to become a more accessible and helpful resource for students and student organizations this year. However, only two of 11 students interviewed said they know what projects YCC is currently pursuing.

THE WEATHER

High of 52 degrees, low of 49 degrees, rain

THE FOOD

In the colleges

Breakfast: Maple Oatmeal Bar, Maple Flavored Organic Oatmeal, Waffle Bar, Almond Coffee Cake

Lunch: Roasted Corn & Tomato Soup, Chicken Noodle Soup, Lime & Cilantro Carne Asada, Quinoa Black Bean & Corn Pilaf, Whole Grain Penne, Linguine, Chef’s Choice Pasta Sauce, Organic Tomato Sauce, Grilled Cheese & Tomato On Wheat, Red Pepper Hummus Baba Ganoush Lavash, Puebla Style Rice, Normandy Blend Vegetables, Mesclun, Fresh Mozzarella & Olives, Green Bean Catalan, White Bean Salad with Sundried Tomato Vinaigrette, Gold Cupcake With Organic Ingredients, Rocky Road Cookie (Walnuts)

Dinner: Mushroom Tart With Fontina & Ricotta, Roasted Chicken With Spice Rub, Whole Grain Penne, Linguine, Chef’s Choice Pasta Sauce, Organic Tomato Sauce, Black Bean Quesadilla, North African Style Beets & Carrots, Sautéed Fresh Spinach, Mesclun, Fresh Mozzarella & Olives, Green Bean Catalan, White Bean Salad with Sundried Tomato Vinaigrette, Dried Fruit Cheesecake Kiss

In Commons

Breakfast: Maple Flavored Organic Oatmeal, Waffle Bar, Extra Thick French Toast, Scrambled Eggs, Omelets To Order, Scrambled Egg Whites, Bacon Slices, Shredded Potatoes, Almond Coffee Cake

Lunch: Roasted Corn & Tomato Soup, Chilaquiles Verdes con Pollo, Cherry Tomato Salsa, Lime & Cilantro Carne Asada, Quinoa Black Bean & Corn Pilaf, Classic Grilled Cheese, Burger Special, Steakhouse French Fries, Pepperoni Pizza, Chef’s Choice Pizza, Cheese Pizza, Organic Tomato Sauce, Chicken Curry, Greens & Tofu, Vegetable Fried Rice, Shrimp with String Beans, Jasmine Rice, Red Pepper Hummus Baba Ganoush Lavash, Refried Black Beans, Baked Zucchini & Tomatoes, Green Bean Catalan, White Bean Salad with Sundried Tomato Vinaigrette, Gold Cupcake With Organic Ingredients, Rocky Road Cookie (Walnuts)

Dinner: Barbecued Chicken Thighs, Roasted Chicken Thighs, Pork Chop Mar In Beer & Teriyaki, Vegan Paella, Pepperoni Pizza, Chef’s Choice Pizza, Cheese Pizza, Organic Tomato Sauce, Red Pepper Hummus Baba Ganoush Lavash, Baked Sweet Potato Bar, Roasted Cauliflower with Indian Spices, Green Bean Catalan, White Bean Salad with Sundried Tomato Vinaigrette, Dried Fruit Cheesecake Kiss