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March 27 - 29, 2007 THE MIAMI HURRICANE NEWS 1 MHMC- Commercial Template Doc Size 11.25” X 14” Image Area 10.375 x 11.75 CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACK 2 pagetwo information you need what’s going on? newsbriefs MAR TODAY Join members of the Miami-Dade Hu- UMNEWS 27 man Services Coalition to learn about local and global poverty issues at this New center at School of Engineering focuses on safety year’s Hunger Banquet. The dinner The University of Miami College of Engi- The center, housed in the Civil, Archi- the tropical weather puts a lot of demand on will be held at 7 p.m. in UC Ballrooms neering is now home to the University Coop- tectural and Environmental Engineering our structures,” said Antonio Nanni, professor C and D, and tickets can be bought in erative Research Center for Repair of Buildings Department, will focus on rehabilitating and and chair of the UM Department of Civil, Archi- the Breezeway or at the door for $5. and Bridges with Composites. The center is strengthening existing structures in South tecture and Environmental Engineering. “The funded by the National Science Foundation, Florida. high temperatures, salty air and humidity have Students interested in learning about an independent government agency that pro- “Miami is an ideal location for a research- degrading effects on the materials we use to alternative options after graduation motes research and education in non-medical. er interested in constructed facilities because construct our buildings and bridges.” such as traveling Europe or volunteer- ing for a senator may go to an info session at 5 p.m. in the Toppel Career ELSEWHERE Center Library. MAR WEDNESDAY ‘Cure’ for fetal sexual orientation stirs controversy Find out what Student Government BY KRISTINE BREITHAUPT Some say such practices are unethical and and the inevitable effects of sin,” Mohler wrote in 28 has been doing for UM at the State of THE DAILY REVEILLE (LSU) should be prohibited. But others say identifying his blog. the University address given by Stu- someone’s sexual orientation by their DNA is not Mohler’s views have raised eyebrows of many dent Government President Annette (U-WIRE) BATON ROUGE – As genetic sciences possible. gay activists. Malcolm Lazin, executive director of Ponnock. The event will take place at 4 advance, the possibility of mapping an unborn Albert Mohler, president of the Southern Bap- the Equality Forum, a GLBT civil rights organization, p.m. in the UC Lower Lounge. baby’s eye color, height and possible genetic health tist Theological Seminary, recently posted in a blog responded March 14 in a news release. problems moves closer. that he hopes homosexual genes can be isolated “Fetal invasion to alter sexual orientation is The Women’s and Gender Studies De- But with scientifi c possibilities come new and reversed. reminiscent of the Nazis,” Lazin said. “It refl ects a partment will host a “Gender Revolu- ethical questions to consider. Recent debates have “If a biological basis is found, and if a prenatal theocratic and Taliban-like plan that should frighten tion in Science” lecture in honor of increased over the possibility of isolating a gene test is then developed, and if a successful treatment all Americans.” Women’s History Month. The lecture related to homosexuality. Some have argued that to reverse the sexual orientation to heterosexual is After receiving a slew of critical e-mails, will feature author Londa Schiebinger, if such a gene can be isolated, expecting parents ever developed, [Baptists] would support its use Mohler posted an update denying that he ever sug- and will take place at 3:30 p.m. at the should be informed so they can possibly change as we should unapologetically support the use of gested using genetic therapies to make “corrected Miller Center Auditorium. their child’s sexual orientation. any appropriate means to avoid sexual temptation babies.” MAR THURSDAY The Filipino Student Association ETC. 29 is hosting an Island Styles Cultural The 2006 Ibis Yearbook recieved its second Gold Crown Award at the Columbia Scholastic Press Association Awards Convocation on Mar. 17. The Showcase where students can come yearbook was judged on design, writing/edition, concept, photography, art and graphics. The 2006 Ibis Yearbook is also one of 13 fi nalists for the watch people dance with candles Associated Press Association Yearbook Pacemaker, a prestigious award presented to university and college publications. on their forehead and jump through sticks. The event will begin at 7:30 p.m. at Gusman Concert Hall, and food will be sold starting at 6:30 p.m. Tickets ON THE COVER: can be bought in the Breezeway for $5, Partygoers dressed to the 9's at this year's Ultra Music Festival. In its 9th year, the music festival attracted over 40,000 attendees in late March. or at the door for $7.

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in three rounds and winners can pay Stadium site likely to go to Federighi lost and leave with their artwork at the battle with cancer end of the night, said Lisa Palley, who helped plan the event. Marlins if 'Canes move north last November Proceeds from the event benefit the Lowe Art Museum, the Depart- BY STACEY WEITZ ment of Art and Art History, the STAFF NEWS WRITER Francine and Lee Ruwitch Educa- tional Endowment and the Christine This year, the annual Spring Federighi Art Education Fund. Into Art silent auction at the Lowe The fund was established after Art Museum was not only a time to Federighi’s death to provide student celebrate art, but also a time to cel- artists with scholarships to attend ebrate life. workshops, summer programs, and Seven years ago, University of other programs outside of the uni- Miami ceramics professor Christine versity. Federighi and UM alumna and do- “[The fund] will be always open nor Myrna Palley created the event, COURTESY LISA PALLEY for donations but the thrust of the which is attended by approximately UM LEGEND: The Lowe Art foundation monies are going to come 300 people each year. Museum hosted this year's from the auction,” Palley said. “The art department used to Spring Into Art auction in It is too soon to know how much have a little ceramics sale and she remembrance of faculty money was raised at the event, said member Christine Federighi. was looking for a way to raise money Brian Dursum, director and chief cu- for the museum so we combined the rator at the Lowe. ideas,” Palley said. In past years, the event has According to Palley, last year's Federighi died in Nov. 2006 mainly involved artists from the com- Spring Into Art and other fundraisers COURTESY CONCACEF.COM NEW HOME: Fans looking for the Orange Bowl in West Miami munity donating their artwork. at age 57 after a 12-year battle with raised $60,00 for the Lowe, $18,000 in a few years may fi nd a new Marlins stadium there instead. cancer. This year’s Spring Into Art, “After they found out of her de- for the Department of Art and Art which took place on March 21, was mise, artists from all over the country History and $18,000 to the Ruwitch dedicated to her memory. offered to donate artwork,” Palley Educational Endowment. BY MEGAN ONDRIZEK there is a sense the city would Federighi taught at UM for 32 said. Dursum noted the event’s or- SENIOR NEWS WRITER oblige. years and also established herself as Spring Into Art also aims to ganizers also found private sponsors The Sun-Sentinel also report- a ceramicist and creator of collect- showcase work by UM faculty and to from businesses and families around It looks like the Orange ed that commissioners appeared ible work. give art students their first chance to the community to fund the event Bowl site will soon be home to to send the message they prefer "Christine was incredibly well- display their work in public. including Wachovia Securities and a new sports team—the Florida the Marlins to the Hurricanes, but known and it was a great loss to the “During one of my last critiques Myrna and Sheldon Palley. Marlins. Commissioner Michelle Spence- ceramics community," said Bonnie with Christine, she said she’d like me In a statement on her website, The Miami City Com- Jones said she would like to see Seeman, senior lecturer in the De- to make a horse, so I did this in her Seeman explains the inspiration for mission voted unanimously on both projects completed. partment of Art and Art History. memory,” said Shari McWilliams, a her artwork. March 8 to support a $490 mil- “The Hurricanes have been In her three-decade-long career, graduate art student who created a “I use plants, sea forms, and hu- lion plan to fund a ballpark for a long-standing staple in Miami,” Federighi’s work appeared in numer- stoneware horse for the auction. man anatomy to talk about life, dis- the Florida Marlins somewhere Spence-Jones was quoted as say- ous exhibitions and galleries and won Tickets for Spring Into Art cost ease, and the will to live,” she wrote. in Miami, expressing interest to ing in the Sun-Sentinel. “It would various awards. She also participated $150 per person. All members of the “I have seen a special strength place the new park on the site of be great if we can include both, in workshops and lectures across the Lowe and other community mem- within people who are ill. There can the Orange Bowl. but I think the issue is coming country. bers were invited. be a new-found spirituality which The Sun-Sentinel reported down to cost and what it’s really Seeman, a close friend of At the event, patrons were as- only adds to inner strength and beau- earlier this month the ballpark going to cost to rehab the Orange Federighi’s, donated a ceramic piece signed numbers which they write ty.” will be built at the Orange Bowl if Bowl.” for auction. As coordinator of the down along with their respective bids UM moves its football games to The Orange Bowl, located in event, she was also responsible for on clipboards placed next to each Stacey Weitz may be contacted at Dolphin Stadium. The idea came Little Havana, received the stron- finding other artists to donate work. piece of art. The bids are closed out [email protected]. about when city officials learned gest support as the site of the new that UM is considering a move to Marlins ballpark. City commis- Dolphin Stadium. sioners opposed a proposal to While the decision is not build the stadium on a downtown Lack of practice rooms 'out of control' expected until late April or early site north of government center, May, the city is still determining according to NBC 6’s web site. whether or not it can finance a “Let’s hope and pray the for frustrated Frost music students major renovation of the Orange Hurricanes do move to Dolphin Bowl. Stadium and put the Marlins at Despite plans by the Uni- the Orange Bowl,” County Com- Plans for a new have a new workspace and, in turn, studying music and theater arts, said versity of Miami to renovate the missioner Joe Martinez told NBC the Foster building is expected to be he has always had trouble finding Orange Bowl by the 2009 football 6. building in the works reestablished as a practice space for practice rooms. He used rooms at season, the city has not secured A decision as to whether or students. Stanford as a freshman, but has be- financing for the project. not the Hurricanes will move to BY NATE HARRIS Nicholas DeCarbo, an associate come frustrated there too. Lori Bilberry, Miami’s di- Dolphin Stadium is expected in STAFF NEWS WRITER dean at the Frost School of Music, “I’ve had to meet accompanists rector of facilities, told The Mi- the next three months. said the school’s 750 students cur- in Stanford when all the rooms are ami Herald that UM has a no-out “We have been working Pianos, drum and horns will rently share approximately 20 prac- taken in Foster and it’s really an in- clause before the Orange Bowl with the city to explore renova- come to life again with the addition tice rooms. convenience,” Patrick-Riley said. lease expires after the 2009 sea- tion plans for the Orange Bowl,” of a new facility in the Frost School With such a reality, students said Ryozi Yamaguchi, a second-year son. However, if the university Margot Winick, executive direc- of Music. they have been significantly inconve- graduate student, had taken to prac- decides to leave before the 2008 Plans to construct a 74,000- nienced by the shortage of space. or 2009 season, Bilberry said SEE STADIUM, PAGE 4 square-foot building will give faculty Josh Patrick-Riley, a senior SEE PRACTICE, PAGE 4 March 27 - 29, 2007 THE MIAMI HURRICANE NEWS 3 MHMC- Commercial Template Doc Size 11.25” X 14” Image Area 10.375 x 11.75 CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACK 4

Officials discuss Funds being raised Orange Bowl's future for music building

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tor of media relations, told CBS 4. “At the ticing his guitar outside when he spoke to The same time, as we have said repeatedly, we have Miami Hurricane. He emphasized the need for an obligation to consider all options that will more practice rooms and said he has faced con- provide our fans and team with a high-quality sequences like being unable to rehearse or being facility.” kicked out of a practice room in the past. According to The Miami Herald, the only “There are rooms that only piano majors scenario in which UM would stay at the Or- can use and there are just a couple of rooms for ange Bowl is if the Marlins’ stadium plan col- other instrumentalists,” he said. lapses soon, which would lead the city to use DeCarbo acknowledged the lack of prac- the Marlins contribution money toward reno- tice space. vating the Orange Bowl. “It’s been a problem for 30 years,” he said, “The perfect thing would be to keep the noting that the Foster Building was constructed University of Miami, but I don’t think it’s go- in 1960 with one floor and intended purely as ing to happen,” Miami City Commissioner practice space. “That was its sole purpose and it Joe Sanchez was quoted as saying in The Mi- was utilized as such.” ami Herald. “If it’s a divorce, they’re the ones After the School of Music launched the walking out.” jazz program and the music business program, the school became short on space. Megan Ondrizek may be contacted at “When the undergraduate population rose, [email protected]. they had to hire faculty to teach them and there was no place to put the faculty,” DeCarbo said. “So in 1970 they put another floor on the Fos- ter Building and they thought, ‘Well, we’ll use most of it for practice and put some faculty in UMNEWS there,’ and that worked for about four or five, CONTINUED FROM PAGE TWO maybe six, seven years and then it kind of got out of control.” Professor receives He also noted that if all of the Foster Build- ing’s 80 rooms were devoted to practicing, then prestigious award the facility would meet the standards of the Na- tional Association of Schools of Music. Robert Quencer, professor and chairman of The school has already begun planning the Department of Radiology at the Miller School the construction and has selected an architect. of Medicine, has been selected to receive the Gold DeCarbo estimates the new faculty facility cost Medal from the American Society of Neuroradiol- approximately $34 million. ogy (ASN). The ASN is made up of 3,000 physi- “The dean has been working diligently to cians, and the Gold Medal is awarded to a re- raise the money to do that,” he said. searcher who has made exceptional contributions Although plans for a new facility have been to the fi eld of neuroradiology, while maintaining discussed, current music students will not ben- the ASN mission of promoting research, clinical efit from the space due to delayed construction. practice and education in neuroradiology. Some students have tried to get more im- mediate results. Budget cuts in store “I know last year they tried to start a peti- tion to use the old music library to make it into for Medical School practice rooms and I know nothing came of it, Republicans in the Florida State House of so people have tried to do things about it,” Mary Representatives are proposing a tuition increase Elizabeth Goodson, a junior studying musical of 5 percent for university and community college theater, said. students. The intended budget includes a $3 For current students, though, DeCarbo million cut in funding for the University of Miami said he understands their concerns but could School of Medicine, but a $5.47 million budget only recommend utilizing practice rooms dur- plan for a medical school at Florida International ing non-peak hours. He said rooms are more University. State representatives claim that the likely to be available between 8 and 10 a.m., money is available based on a promise made by after 9 p.m. and during the weekends. lawmakers to the Board of Governors. “It’s a terrible issue; what do I tell them?” he said. “There’s no space.” Compiled by Karyn Meshbane Nate Harris can be reached at [email protected].

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by sam rega President Shalala: she keeps going and going… speak It is a great time to at- ships with people in influential places. Throughout Walter Reed investigation to help correct a na- UP! tend and study at the Uni- my time at UM, President Shalala has consistently tional disgrace proves her everlasting commitment “Who should versity of Miami under used her personal ties to benefit the students. With to public service and the American people. It is a be the next the leadership of Donna the first Presidential Debate of the 2004 election huge honor for her to be selected among her other Shalala. Asked to co-head held at the BankUnited Center, President Shalala capable peers and this high honor reflects on this President of the a commission to investi- put the university at the forefront of the political university. Having a president that is so respected United States?” gate problems at the Walter scene. Students did not hesitate to take advantage and admired throughout the nation is an invalu- Reed Medical Center with of watching “Hardball” live from “The Rock” and able asset to this school. Senator Bob Dole, Presi- some even had the privileged opportunity to at- Those students past, present, and future, who dent Shalala is returning to the political spotlight. tend the debate. have the good fortune of studying under the lead- As former secretary of Health and Human Students, who today lack a general politi- ership of President Shalala have an opportunity to Services in the Clinton administration, President cal fervor, could not help but take part in all of develop in an educational atmosphere that not all Shalala has always been an individual working the events that took place on campus to promote students are privileged to. We have the guidance, for the people. She continues to demonstrate this election awareness. Now with the 2008 presiden- leadership, and example that President Shalala of- quality as she leads UM through each semester. tial election taking shape, we are sure to have our fers by her service. STEPHANIE GENUARDI Last year when UNICCO workers were protest- share of respected political guests as election time Over the next few years, it is going to be a freshman ing for higher wages, she and her staff recognized nears. President Shalala’s commitment to keep her great time to be a Miami Hurricane. “Michael Douglas, because the workers’ needs and created a positive, rational students engaged in today’s politics is obvious by he did a good job portraying one.” solution. the recent appearances of Vice President Al Gore Sam Rega is a junior majoring in motion pictures Along with her great leadership, she comes and President Bill Clinton. and philosophy. He may be contacted at s.rega@umiami. with her political connections and her vast friend- President Shalala’s willingness to lead the edu. by lisa magedler

Freshman Survival 102: A very bad Spring Break ALEX VARGAS freshman Every year, college kids 2.) Reading gossip magazines like "US cated next to the STD booth, which gave out free “Jack Bauer. It only takes across the nation flock to weekly", "Life & Style" or the people section of lubricants, condoms and pamphlets about various him one day to save to exotic places like Cancun, "Time", until I became an expert at matching the STDs. The downside was that they were all in world.” Europe, and Booze Cruis- celebrity mom to her baby. My boyfriend became Spanish, so it was a tad difficult reading about the es around the Caribbean. an expert at “Style Watch: Who wears it better? side effects of “sífilis.” These exotic trips don’t Chelsea Clinton vs. Jennifer Lopez.” Hmm, tough 5.) Engaging in a sport became the highlight usually pay for themselves, one. of my break, when I discovered that I was inept and if you don’t have your 3.) On an outing to Spring Break Central, at a sport I had previously never given a thought parents to fork over the Al- also known as South Beach, via the “S” bus, I wit- to: touch football. What made the situation even mighty Dollar, your plans for Spring Break might nessed every mother’s worst nightmare and every worse was that I played with a group of seven to become limited. son’s ultimate fantasy: girls in string bikinis rub- 10-year-olds, and picking teams became an excru- Such was the case with yours truly, who was bing baby oil over each other, to be well rewarded ciating process. I was the last one standing. Even CHRIS MUKON forced to pack her bags and head not 520 miles for their services later by a famous Miami-based the Dolphin Mascot was picked before me, and he sophomore southwest to unlimited drinking, but 30 miles porn site creator (best known for classy sites such had fins! “Jimmy Buffet, because north, to unlimited babysitting and parental as 8thstreetlatinas.com). Everyone enjoyed them- The best part of Spring Break at home, he understands what’s important in life.” supervision. So what is there to do for ten days selves immensely, particularly a sward of pale though, was that there was no Chartwells to ques- when you have a fund of $0 dollars and a curfew? gentlemen presumably from the north, who im- tion every morning, lunch, and dinner, and I was Well, some fun-filled activities that I engaged in mediately whipped out their camera phones and sure that my parents didn’t use the same chicken included: went crazy. leftovers and cooking oil for thirteen days in a 1.) Waking up at 3 p.m. every single day 4.) Volunteering at the Hispanic version row. excluding a Saturday, where it was 4 p.m. The rea- of Oktoberfest, which had Piña Coladas instead son for waking up late was not due to a hangover of beer, gave me a sense of fulfillment, because Lisa Magedler is a freshman majoring in creative from one too many body shots the night before, I knew that I was serving my community and writing. She can recite the entire Fresh Prince of Bel Air but from a Fresh Prince of Bel Air marathon on helping to make it a better place. It was also quite theme song and can be contacted at l.magedler@umiami. BARBARA JOAS Nick at Nite. informative, as the booth I was working in was lo- edu. junior “Bill Clinton, because he Unsigned editorials represent the views of the majority of The Hurricane Editorial Board. Columns, cartoons, and letters represent only the views of their respective authors and not necessarily those of The Hurricane. was the best president we ever had.”

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ONE BIG PARTY: Fans crammed into a huge tent where DJs from all over the world came to play.

PHOTOS BY GABY BRUNA // Hurricane Staff DJ SUPERSTAR: Famous all over the world, Fatboy Slim played his best hits to thousands of fans Saturday afternoon at Bicentennial Park. It's all about the Music Every year, the Winter Music Conference brings the world's best DJs, beats and partiers to Miami BY JAY ROONEY finest venues the city has to offer. Of I really enjoy the simplicity of it,” EDGE ELECTRONICA EXPERT course, the week in question is Win- Haley said. “The DJs are the party- ter Music Conference. goers themselves.” Haley started off Every year, it’s a familiar rou- WMC started in the mid-80s as his festivities with sets by progressive tine for electronic music aficionados a purely professional gathering for pioneer John Digweed and Cana- in South Florida: every DJ, producer those in the electronic music industry. dian duo MSTRKRFT (pronounced and record label worth its name de- Over time, it grew into the perennial “mastercraft”) at Pawn Shop, before scends en masse into Miami towards party week not just for Miami, but hitting up club after club before final- the end of March, to gather, mingle, also for the electronic community at ly descending on Ultra Music Festival network, and most importantly–par- large, which is flourishing in Europe over the weekend. ty. and Latin America while struggling “The thing about WMC is that And it’s not just the creators. to take hold in the United States. there are nine different parties that The fans, the consumers who fanati- One partier eager to share his week that you want to hit up,” he cally devour every beat, also make the love for the conference is Toby Hal- says, noting there were a couple of COSTUME PARTY: A fan calling herself a "Rainbow Unicorn" pro- yearly pilgrimage to Miami to hear ey, 26, who flew in from Toronto to motes peace and love at the Ultra festival. their favorite artists perform at the enjoy the festivities. “It’s the party. SEE ULTRA PAGE 10 March 27 - 29, 2007 THE MIAMI HURRICANE EDGE 9 MHMC- Commercial Template Doc Size 11.25” X 14” Image Area 10.375 x 11.75 CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACK 10

THE WORLD'S BEST Thousands flock to largest music festival of its kind NIGHTLIFE HONORED ULTRA FROM PAGE 9 venues and parties he wouldn’t be able to at- Held Wednesday, March 21st at Opium tend. “Every DJ and their mom is playing this Garden, the Club World Awards honor week,” he adds. the best of the year in nightlife, as voted Dennis Lang, 23, is drawn to the commu- on by an industry panel. Here are some nity that revolves around dance music, one that notable winners: evokes a heightened sense of unity. “There’s a whole subculture that’s fascinating,” Lang said. BEST NEW VENUE “This is music that makes you want to get Pacha, New York up and move, instead of sitting in your room and being depressed,” Lang said. “It’s music BEST PARTY Asseteria, with a message. It’s not words, but it’s there.” New York WMC is just as significant to those who make the music. Steve Porter, a Massachusetts BEST RESIDENT DJ DJ who promotes his own, distinct mixing style Oscar G, Space (Miami) (“Porterhouse”), calls WMC “the dance music's New Year.” Porter, like other DJs, uses WMC as BEST LOUNGE an opportunity to launch their new work. “It’s Privé, Miami a great opportunity to showcase your work,” he says. “It’s the one time of the year in electronic BEST CLUB music where you put all your effort and all your Smart Bar, Chicago focus on.” GABY BRUNA // Hurricane Staff BEST SOUND SYSTEM BONDING: Kristine Milstead, left, with her step-daughter Carly Milstead were two Pacha, New York ULTRA: THE ULTIMATE PARTY of the more than 40,000 people who attended Ultra Music Festival. It’s not until Ultra, however, WMC’s offi- BEST LIGHTING SYSTEM is visiting Fisher in Miami. “Unreal,” he said. backs. Save for the VIP sections, there’s always cial closing event, that the party reaches its cli- Jet, Las Vegas “Much better than anything like that in the UK, a long line to the drink tents. Also, the drinks max. This year, Ultra delved into new territory such good atmosphere.” system is skewed: instead of paying cash direct- by extending the event over two days, Friday the Nicole Garcia, a junior, also loves Ultra. ly at the drinks tent, one has to go to a ticket BEST SUPERCLUB rd th Pacha, New York 23 and Saturday the 24 of March. “It’s my favorite time of the year in Miami,” tent, pay them the cash, then take the ticket to The party, now in its ninth year, seems she said. “Everyone is incredibly friendly, it’s a the drinks tent to get a drink. In effect, one must to get a life of its own at sundown, as the big great vibe.” stand in two long lines to get a drink. names start spinning records, entranced fans While the first day's lineup doesn't nearly Still, it doesn’t stop Ultra newcomers and start waving glowsticks and speaker after huge approach the second day's, it still had enough big veterans alike from enjoying the height of Mi- speaker booms in conjunction with lasers, spot- names and loud systems to get the party started. ami’s party season. One such partier is Karrah WEIRDNEWS lights and screens flashing images and video. Deep Dish, Shiny Toy Guns, Junkie SL, Sander Glen, 21. “It was probably the best experience In addition to the stages, there were several Kleinenberg and Tiësto were just some of the of my life,” she says. “I count down to Ultra ev- BABY USED AS A WEAPON booths set up in the middle of the park. talent who shook up the ground and got the ery year.” So do thousands of aficionados, who Chytoria Graham of Erie, Pennsylvania, pled Aidan Fisher, 21, is a British exchange stu- crowds moving. Interestingly enough, The Cure will no doubt be back next year for WMC and guilty to aggravated assault and endanger- dent and a sophomore at UM, described the fes- was chosen as one of the headliners, although Ultra Music Festival 10. ment to a child’s welfare after swinging her tival as amazing. “Ultra was the pinching thing their style seemed out of place in a festival dedi- four-week-old son to hit her boyfriend in that made me choose Miami,” he says, adding cated almost exclusively to electronica. Jay Rooney can be contacted at October 2006. Graham will undergo a psycho- it met all his expectations. Javier Romero, 21, And the festival was not without its draw- [email protected]. logical exam before her sentencing, scheduled for May 8, and her charges carry a minimum of fi ve years in prison. The infant, who suffered ALBUM REVIEW: MIGUEL MIGS "THOSE THINGS" from a fractured skull, has made a full recov- ery and is currently living with his grandpar- ents along with his four other siblings. Relaxing electronic album uses real instruments for a change THE GREEN PARTY IS BY BARI LIEBERMAN album’s social commentary with lyrics such as ami, Florida as part of the Winter Music Con- BRINGING SEXY BACK EDGE EDITOR “If this is our world, why can’t we care for each ference in on March 23. People who want to do good for the earth and other/if the youths can’t “Those Things” rep- also do good for their partners can now bring Miguel Migs redefines electronic music go to school, what will be- resent Migs growth since pleasure to everyone by being “green” sex and stands at the forefront of dance and house come of the future?” his debut album “Color- favors. Through TreeHugger.com you can buy music; with the release of his sophomore al- The first released sin- ful You” in 2002. While everything from bamboo bed sheets to organ- bum, “Those Things,” Migs will surely not gle, “So Far” sets the stage “Colorful You” helped in- ic lubricant and “eco-undies.” Since shopping only please fans, but also serve as a pleasant for the rest of the album; it troduce Migs’ unique elec- to save the planet is now trendy, having sex surprise to those who tend to shy away from has the undertone of a laid- tronic sound to the indus- to clear your conscience is the ultimate show of being sexy and eco-friendly all at once. the electronic and house genre. back vibe with a soothing try, it lacks maturity and a The U.S. company Babeland just introduced Migs distinctive use of instruments such vocal performance by LTD sense of continuity. How- an “Eco-Sexy Kit” featuring a phthalate-free as the trumpet, congas, saxophone and guitar Amato. The opening beat ever, with “Those Things,” vibrator, soy massage candle, a natural lubri- gives electronic music fans something different of “Make Things Happen” Migs uses his leverage as cant with no animal-testing or derivatives and than the club-pounding repeating beats they are is the most reminiscent of an established artist, DJ, condoms. Other ways of “greenwashing” the accustomed to. This also helps widen his ap- a “traditional” club song, remixer and producer to bedroom, according to TreeHugger and Green- peal to those just looking for relaxing, soothing but even that is a stretch. create an album entirely peace, include turning out the lights during music to rock out to while getting ready for a Migs describes his 3.5 out of 4 stars his own and makes no ex- love sessions, ensuring S&M paddles are made night out or just cleaning the house. sound as “organic,” and cuses for his work. And, from sustainable harvested timber, using only Each of “Those Things’” songs features what makes “Those in the end, he produced an organic massage oils and showering together guest vocalists who add to the entrancing beats. Things” a standout album in the electronic album that will challenge the audience yet leave to conserve water. The album’s track “Fire” features guest vocal- music genre is its peaceful demeanor. “Those them satisfied. ist Junior Reid (a reggae/dance hall artist), and Things,” which was released March 20, had *Compiled by Martamaria Gomez stands out amongst the rest as having a reg- its official album release party at Migs’ special Bari Lieberman can be contacted at gae feel to the beat. “Fire” also serves as the performance at Shine at the Shelbourne in Mi- [email protected]. 10 EDGE THE MIAMI HURRICANE March 27 - 29, 2007 MHMC- Commercial Template Doc Size 11.25” X 14” Image Area 10.375 x 11.75 CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACK 11

“It is really comforting, as “These matches were really a coach, to have guys like important...We had to win that who consistently go them to get ready for the out and win matches.” tougher teams." —MARIO RINCON SPORTS —LUIGI D’AGORD men's tennis head coach MARCH 27th THROUGH 29th, 2007 men's tennis

BASEBALL MEN'S TENNIS Offense struggles in series defeat After weekend wins, streak 'Canes score one extends to fi ve matches total run in two losses to Virginia BY DAN STEIN CONTRIBUTING SPORTS WRITER

The Miami Hurricane baseball team was overmatched against a highly ranked Atlantic Coast Confer- ence foe. They dropped a weekend series in Charlottesville, VA, to the No. 5 University of Virginia Cava- liers, two games to none. Following a disconcerting trend of consistent inconsistency, the ’Canes were unable to make the of- fensive plays necessary to win this BILLY GILBERT // Hurricane Staff weekend, even while holding the BAHAMAS WONDER: Senior player Luigi D’Agord led Miami in Cavs to just three runs on both Fri- a 7-0 defeat over BC. day and Saturday night. The ’Canes put up one run on Friday night (4-1) In the first match of the week- and were shutout on Saturday (3-0), All-American end, the Hurricanes were able to demonstrating that the ACC is a very Vallverdu suffers fend off a tough Maryland team tough place to play on the road. with superb doubles play from the The pitching was strong in all sprained ankle entire team and clutch singles per- three games, led by the performances during victory formances from their two seniors, of starters Eric Erickson and Scott Luigi D’Agord and Josh Cohen. Maine on Friday and Saturday night, BY ZACK LOSS “[D’Agord and Cohen] are so respectively. Also, making his first CONTRIBUTING SPORTS WRITER good and so tough to beat,” Rincon weekend start for the ’Canes was said. “It is really comforting, as a former closer Enrique Garcia, who The University of Miami coach, to have guys like that who hung tough against a potent Cavalier men’s tennis team extended their consistently go out and win match- attack on Sunday. winning streak to five after defeat- es.” Offensively, the ’Canes fell short ing two ACC foes this weekend The biggest victory of the day, in the first two games of the series at the Neil Schiff Tennis Center. however, belonged to freshman J.C. and struggled all weekend to put the The Hurricanes, ranked No. 37 in Whitner at the No. 5 singles spot. JASON O. WATSON // Cavalier Daily ball in play against a tough Virginia the nation, defeated the University With the Hurricanes clinging to a 3- SERIES WON: Virginia’s Andrew Carraway pitches on Sunday as pitching that dominated the game. Miami eventually beat the Cavaliers by 4-2 at Davenport Field in of Maryland 4-2 on Saturday and 2 lead, Whitner was able to seal the Sunday was a bit of a different Charlottesville, VA. downed Boston College 7-0 on victory over the Terps, winning the story, as the ’Canes came up with Sunday to improve to 4-1 in confer- second set in a tiebreaker. hits in the clutch and once again dis- in Virginia, which could have had a breathing room and the pitchers took ence play. On Sunday, despite Vallverdu’s played their pitching strength in a 4-2 severe impact on the remainder of care of the rest. Despite the convincing vic- absence from the lineup, the ’Canes win on getaway day. the ACC schedule. This weekend’s series showed tories, the ’Canes lost their All- were able to blank the BC Eagles Stars of the series were mostly Sunday’s win was made possible both the brilliance and frustration American star Danny Vallverdu in convincing fashion. All of the on the defensive side of the ball, who by the small ball tactics of the Hur- that are trademarks of this year’s on Saturday after he suffered a singles players, with the exception were able to hold the Cavaliers with- ricanes. Centerfielder Blake Tekotte team. sprained ankle during his singles of No. 1 D’Agord, were forced to in reach. Closer Danny Gil notched was winnable to snap the ’Canes los- If the Hurricanes want to be match against the Terrapins. Vall- move up one slot to fill in for the his second save of the season on Sun- ing streak on the road, as he doubled successful throughout their ACC verdu is scheduled to see a doctor injured Vallverdu, who normally day afternoon, putting the Cavaliers in a run in the third inning and scored schedule (including Clemson next on Monday and believes he could plays No. 2 for the Hurricanes. down quietly in the bottom of the a run later in the game after being hit week), they need to make improve- be out at least two weeks, forcing After suffering a tough three- ninth. by a pitch and stealing second base. ments that include hitting with run- Head Coach Mario Rincon to shift set loss to Maryland, No. 3 singles Dennis Raben and Alex Koro- Tekotte showed why he was re- ners in scoring position and putting around his lineup. player Vivek Subramanian was able nis proved to be essential in relief in cently installed in the leadoff spot in the ball in play. “Danny is a great player and it to bounce back with an exciting pitching the sixth, seventh and eight the order. is always tough to lose someone like comeback victory over the Eagles innings. The Hurricanes were able to Roger Tomas added an RBI Dan Stein may be contacted at that,” Rincon said. “But I’m sure secure a win that prevented a sweep double late to give the ’Canes some [email protected]. our guys will be able to step up.” SEE STREAK PAGE 13 March 27 - 29, 2007 THE MIAMI HURRICANE SPORTS 11 MHMC- Commercial Template Doc Size 11.25” X 14” Image Area 10.375 x 11.75 CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACK 12

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WOMEN'S TENNIS Men's tennis fares BRIEFS Women’s tennis drops fi rst contest well in home games MEN’S BASKETBALL STREAK FROM PAGE 11 ’Canes fall in ACC Tournament After putting together a great perfor- of conference play against GA Tech on Sunday. He dropped the first set 2-6, but mance to upset the ACC’s then-hottest team regained his composure and won the next two in Maryland, the Miami Hurricanes men’s VICTOR R. RODRIGUEZ time that Sabatino, a junior, and Vallverdu 6-2, 7-6, respectively. basketball team fell in the second round of STAFF SPORTS WRITER played together this season. “Vivek needed that comeback,” Rincon the ACC Tournament to the Boston College Though UM’s Cohen, who is ranked No.1 said. “He’s a very emotional player and I think Golden Eagles. The sixth-ranked Georgia Tech Yellow in the country in singles play and has had 18 that win was huge for his confidence.” The No. 12-seeded Hurricanes led from Jackets handed the ninth-ranked University of straight wins, upended Georgia Tech’s Miller The Hurricanes have been very impressive the midway point of the fi rst half and held Miami women’s tennis team its first ACC loss quite handily in two straight sets (6-4, 6-2) at as of late, winning five in a row after previously on to the lead until 32 seconds where left in of the season on Saturday. The ’Canes were de- the No.1 slot. losing six straight. Rincon attributes this to regulation, when a three-point shot by Tyrese feated 5-2 in a contest between top-ten ranked The Lady Yellow Jackets went on to cap- their latest matches being held at home. Rice tied the game at 64. schools at the Bill Moore Tennis Center in At- ture the rest of the five singles matches. “Playing at home has certainly made a The fi rst three minutes of the extra lanta, GA. At the No. 4 spot, GT’s Amanda McDow- big difference,” Rincon said. “It has cured our period saw the Eagles play catch up, and the The defeat drops the ’Canes to 12-3 over- ell defeated Miami’s Sabatino in straight sets confidence, and I think has led to the freshmen 'Canes lost the game 74-71. all and 3-1 in ACC play, while Georgia Tech 6-2, 6-2. playing a lot better.” moves its record to 12-4 and 3-1. GT’s Craddock outperformed Farah 6-3, The Hurricanes won’t be celebrating this FOOTBALL In doubles play, UM was pushed to the 6-1 at the No.3 singles position, while Rudman win streak for too long, though, as they enter Hurricanes get new uniforms brink before it secured two out of three match- bested UM freshman Claudia Wasilewski 6-3, the heart of the ACC schedule next weekend. Head Coach Randy Shannon recently es. 6-2 at the No.6 position. “These matches were really important for announced that the Miami Hurricanes’ football The doubles team of juniors Audra Cohen At the No.5 slot, Christy Striplin won 6-4, our confidence,” D’Agord said. “We had to win team will have new uniforms next season. The and Caren Seenauth, ranked 24th nationally, 6-2 against Miami’s Seenauth. them to get ready for the tougher teams.” uniforms, which will be unveiled next season, outlasted Georgia Tech’s Amanda Craddock The Yellow Jackets’ Silverio narrowly es- The Hurricanes will take their first road will remain mostly the same but include a few and Alison Silverio 9-7 to secure a victory at caped with a victory at the No.3 position over trip in nearly two and half weeks next weekend, minor changes. the No.2 spot. Banada, who is ranked 38th nationally. as they travel to Tobacco Road to face confer- The new uniforms will be made of a At the No.1 doubles position, eighth- After losing the first set 6-2, Banada roared ence opponents North Carolina and Duke. more durable, lightweight stretch material, ranked duo Kristi Miller and Whitney Mc- back in the second set to win 6-7 (8-10). But in “[Duke and UNC] are both top 15 teams,” and they will have moisture management Cray torched senior Audrey Banada and junior the final set, Silverio outlasted Banada’s rally to Rincon said. “Winning on the road is really capabilities, allowing sweat and rain to Romy Farah 8-3. secure the win 1-0 (14-12). important and I am sure our guys can respond evaporate faster. UM’s Gina Sabatino and freshman Laura positively.” Vallverdu then defeated Tarryn Rudman and Victor R. Rodriguez may be contacted at Information compiled from hurricanesports.com. Kristen Flower of Georgia Tech 8-4 at the No.3 [email protected]. Zack Loss may be contacted at z.loss@umiami. spot for the deciding point. This was the first edu.

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