UNIVERSITY THE INDEPENDENT STUDENT NEWS OF UMKC Aug. 23, 2010 NEWS Vol. 78, Issue 1

Pg. 10 Get an inside look at the new Student Union

Pg. 12 Artist profile: Steve Rimmer

Pg. 16 Bringing it all back home: Basketball

Photo KATE LAWLER 2 Nwse Vol. 78, Issue 1 Aug. 23, 2010 news 3 Miller Nichols Library welcomes robots New parking UMKC loses one of its own rules Bailey Wilson Staff Writer

Patricia Barra News Editor

Wasui Oladimeji Olidapo was Omorodion said Olidapo was a junior whose friends remember always respectful and polite to him as a kind-hearted, soft- others. Olidapo moved here from spoken, friendly and hard working Nigeria five years ago and was young man. majoring in Economics. NBC Action News reports While a student, he was Olidapo was found dead July involved in the African 13, 2010. Police found him at Cultural Organization (ACO) 6:12 a.m. at the McDonald’s on at UMKC, loved sports, According to a press release, the 6400 block of Troost, in his and worked as a correction new and returning students might car, after receiving reports of an officer for Jackson County. notice a surprising addition to the isolated car in the parking lot. His aspirations were different campus this fall. Police are investigating his from most. Unlike state-of-the-art Student death as a homicide, but have not Union or the newly renovated “No matter how much he didn’t released other details. campus library, this change will have he was always willing to likely be met with groans, not McDonald’s employees arriving give. He was selfless.” to work found his body. Police cheers. determined he was killed in the “He wanted to improve the The Rockhill Crest Neighbor- parking lot and the death occurred economic system in his country hood Association passed a new between midnight and 3:30 a.m. [Nigeria],” Lola Oduyeru said, she parking regulation in March to au- Also, they hope that by was a friend of Olidapo from ACO. thorize permit-only parking. watching surveillance videos they He also wanted to save enough This means the public streets will find more clues. money to go back to Nigeria and in the neighborhood are now Olidapo touched many people’s marry his fiancé this December. restricted parking only for lives with his generosity. He “… He worked really hard and residents with a legal parking offered encouragement, hope, and was humble,” Omorodion said. permit. Students attempting to faith to his peers. His friend, Aaron Fadipe, park on these off-limit streets “No matter how much he didn’t recalled to KCTV5 reporter should think twice, unless they have, he was always willing to Heather Staggers his fondest want to pay for a Kansas City give. He was selfless,” said James memories playing soccer with parking violation. Omorodio, a friend of Olidapo. Olidapo. Enforced streets include Friends remember how strongly Police request that anyone 53rd, 54th, Holmes, Charlotte, he kept his faith. with details that could help the Harrison, 54th Terr. and 55th Street. There are plenty of red “He was very religious, always Wasui Oladimeji Olidapo Photo Courtesy NBC ACTION NEWS investigation call (816) 474-TIPS. praying,” Julia Baipath said. [email protected] “no parking” signs to eliminate confusion as to where a permit is necessary. [email protected]

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Greta Moore Staff Writer Robots are not just for building cars and with all the books,” Postlethwaite said, “This finding materials faster. Once the book is into the new robotic system so that library Enjoys informing, en- repairing underwater oil spills anymore. was more cost effective and better for the located, it is brought to a waiting area for the renovations can continue. Robots are the librarians of the 21st century. collection because of environmental controls.” patron. The new system will also help prevent “For the first month it was just staffers tertainment, and shar- The Miller Nichols Library invested $20 With books no longer shelved for display, book losses. loading the bins, and now we have fully trained ing opinions likes all million in a robot of its own. Three cranes, they can be compactly packed in storage bins. “[With] open shelves people will put things students loading the bins,” Amy Fortner, four rows of either shelving or bins and the Sound recordings and historic manuscript back in the wrong place. The book is basically evening and weekend supervisor, said. food all the time, has operating computer comprise the heart of the archives will be packed in boxes and placed on lost then. We periodically had to shelf read,” The computer system for the robot is user- four-story giant. moving shelves. Postlethwaite said. friendly. The book organizational system is weight issues - a little “It’s fully installed and operational. At “We are the first library in the country to Students without specific materials in mind easy to learn. Before loading the books, staff this point we have loaded 187 thousand have a hybrid system, a combination of bins still have 20 percent of the library’s catalog measures their spine to see what size category text heavy, looking materials with a goal of 800 thousand,” Bonnie and shelving,” Postlethwaite said. for browsing. The Miller Nichols Library they fit in. Postlethwaite, Associate Dean of Libraries Now, when a patron requests a book, rather intends to work closely with faculty to ensure “I went through training for an hour to learn for textual exploration. said. “We are making good progress.” than waiting one to three days for it to come important titles will be readily available for how to operate everything with the robot,” Care to follow me on The addition of the robot enables the library from the depository, they will have it in ten students. If a person wants to look at several Kaneshia Lambert, a pre-med freshman said. to house its catalog in one-seventh of the space minutes. An employee will use the receipt books that are in bins, the staff will be happy to “I don’t think it’s difficult. All you have to Twitter? previously required. To protect the quality of printed by students to enter the book’s code put together a cart. do is measure and load on the carts, then the materials they are kept in low humidity at into the computer. The computer will locate “Things that circulate often will be in the load into robot.” @UNewsScoop 65 degrees. the bin and which of six sectors the book is in. browsing section,” Postlethwaite said. [email protected] “We had kind of crowded the students out The bins are divided into sectors to make Employees are working hard loading books 4 Nwse Vol. 78, Issue 1 Aug. 23, 2010 Nwse 5

Communiversity turns 40 Police Blotter Mark Linville Assistant News Editor It’s time to sing “Happy Birthday” Roth said. “I learned a yoga routine worth not only maintaining but Aug. 1 A student was burned by Experience takes the lead to UMKC’s Communiversity. that did not require me to go out and expanding,” Professor of Sociology 12:13 a.m. Disturbance engine coolant when he Founded in 1970, the free buy a bunch of stuff. I kept doing the Phil Olson said. Officers responded to a checked his radiator at the university turns forty years old this routine, and I am still doing it six Today, Communiversity tries to complaint of loud noise Swinney Recreation Center. September. days a week, four years later.” maintain the original ideals on which at 53rd and Harrison. in Dining Services Communiversity was founded The Communiversity program, Communiversity was founded. Aug. 14 on the ideals of the community. now located in the new Student “I’ve tried to keep the original Aug. 2 12:41 p.m. Building Problem Nikki Bomgardner Teaching outside of the classroom Union and operated through the ideals intact. I offer a forum for 5:32 p.m. Illness A university building on and presenting fun subjects has Office of Student Involvement, is a people to share a skill or idea,” A bookstore staff Troost had a water leak Culture Editor brought the program much success. non-academic, non-credit educa- Mareske said. member became ill and causing flooding and damage Communiversity offers classes for tional program. Over the years, Communiversity MAST was called. to the restrooms on the Sodexo at UMKC has a north side of the building. people of all types, ages, professions, “I encourage students to take grew and changed to better suit new addition leading the and beliefs. advantage of the courses. About UMKC Students, Faculty and Staff Aug. 5 “We offer a diverse catalogue of twelve percent of our enrollment is and even the people in the Kansas 9:34 a.m. Burglary Aug. 17 dining services team. classes five times a year. Subjects students,” Coordinator of Commu- City community. Officers took a report 9:37 a.m. Harassment J.P. Singh, new general include walking tours of historic niversity Rick Mareske said. “Com- “I was an instructor thirty- of a possible burglary at A staff member reported manager for Sodexo, brings districts, art classes, first-time muniversity is a great window to the two years ago and still maintain 54th and Charlotte. being harassed by a 35 years of experience to previous boyfriend. home buying workshops and city and other opportunities, not a friendships with the students I 1:52 p.m. Information UMKC. He officially starts even a class on how to transform typical window, but a good window.” taught at that time,” Former Kansas A student reported lost September 1, 2010. [your] lawn into a garden,” explains Communiversity believes that City Mayor Dr. Charles Weaver said. Aug. 18 Singh started with Sodexo documents between July 15, 10:33 a.m. Larceny the Communiversity Fall 2010 Course everyone has something to teach. Communiversity shared one of and July 28 at 48th and Troost. as a dishwasher at a college in Catalogue. Everyone has a skill to pass on and the secrets of its success. A contractor reported missing the small town of Chadron, Communiversity is not only a share with the community, or even “We’ve always kept everything LED lighting strip and pipe Aug. 8 heater at Miller Nichols Library. Nebraska. free university because UMKC the world. fresh, with new people and new 10:19 p.m. Property Damage students enroll without charges, Free universities became pop- ideas,” Mareske said. “It’s a rare thing After graduating from A faculty member found their Aug. 18 Chadron College, Singh took but also because it doesn’t have the ular in the 1960’s through the to do something really different and car with a broken window restrictions an academic university radicalism period. They came to have it survive.” 2:50 p.m. Property Damage a management position and in School of Education A staff member reported that was transferred to New York may have. Kansas City until the mid 1960’s For more information on Com- faculty parking lot. “I have taken so many good when Bill Laing founded the Kansas muniversity or courses offered go to a car struck the side of the City to work for another 15 classes, and, yes, I took some that City Free University. www.umkc.edu/commu or pick up the building and left the area at the years. Aug. 8 International Academic Affairs. were not so good, but the one I “Communiversity represents a latest issue of the course catalogue. 12:35 p.m. Suspicious Activity He worked his way up got the most from was ‘Yoga for all real effort on the part of UMKC to [email protected] Police received a report through management posi- Ages,’ which I took in 2006,” former reach out to Communiversity. It is Aug. 19 Photo courtesy COMMUNIVERSITY of a suspicious party on tions with different depart- Communiversity student Larry an important, positive effort and 11:52 a.m. Fire 53rd and Harrison. Officers responded to a fire ments throughout the com- alarm and found a grease pany. Aug. 10 fire had been extinguished In 1991, Singh left New 6:13 p.m. Robbery by building sprinklers at York City for the Midwest Photo Nikki Bomgardner A student found their bike Oak Place Apartments. again, working and assisting JP Singh, the new general manager at Sodexo missing at the Swinney Recreation center after with opening new Sodexo leaving it unsecured. locations in Nebraska, Over the next year Singh would Singh came to the U.S. from in Dayton, Ohio, OshKosh, like to “work with student organi- India in 1973. Aug. 12 Wisconsin, as well as Marquette zations closely and bring more of Singh is married and has two 7:58 p.m. Injury University and Greenville College the catering business to the depart- daughters attending graduate pro- Campus crimes as of Aug. 23 in Illinois. ments at UMKC instead of them grams in Nebraska. Singh’s immediate goals at UMKC Crimes 2009 Ytd 2010 Ytd using outside companies.” As of print date, Singh had not are simple. Singh wants Sodexo and Dining been given an email address or Burglary 12 22 “I’d like to assist in getting the Robbery 2 0 Services to be a “one stop shop” for permanent office location as they [Student Union] open the right UMKC as a whole. were in the process of moving. Motor Vehicle Theft 3 1 way, and I hear students are looking Larceny 68 41 Singh has an open personality Until September 1, he may be for some different food options,” and is eager to get started full-time reached by email at jatinder.singh@ Aggravated Assault 0 0 Singh said. “So those are my two Common Assault 5 3 at UMKC. sodexo.com or call Dining Services at main goals starting out.” “I’m always open for suggestions 816-235-1077. Forcible Sex Offenses 1 0 Overall, his plans are more Drug Law Violations 3 2 and ideas,” Singh said. “It makes my [email protected] centralized to UMKC. job easier.” Motor Vehicle Thefts And Burglaries Include Attempts

Briefly Mentioned UMKC Police Department receives accreditation

Mark Linville Assistant News Editor The UMKC University Police Department the commission’s progressive standards By gaining its accreditation, UMKCPD UMKCPD. (UMKCPD) received its accreditation this through a voluntary process. joins University of Missouri – Columbia CALEA currently has 578 accredited past July at the international conference. The accreditation examines and certifies and the University of Missouri – St. Louis, Law Enforcement agencies. Forty-eight of The Commission on Accreditation for the UMKCPD’s policies, management, the only other university agencies in the those agencies are university agencies. Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) operations and support services. state of Missouri. For more information about the UMKC granted UMKCPD their accreditation after “The accreditation status is for a period “This accomplishment demonstrates Police Department, go to www.umkc.edu/ a rigorous review process. of three years during which the agency the police department’s commitment to adminservices/police/. In April, UMKCPD went through an on- must submit annual reports, attesting to excellence and its continuing effort to [email protected] site process to gain their accreditation. continued compliance with those standards provide a consistently high level of service Obtaining the accreditation means under which it was initially accredited,” to the students, faculty, staff and visitors to the University police department meets UMKCPD Captain Joseph Rucinski said. our campus,” said Michael Bongatz, Chief of Aug. 23, 2010 Cureult 7 ‘Cauzin Vapors...Legalize It’ tour: big hit

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Interested in working for U-News? Clint White Staff Writer when the bass started. Concert-goers packed the floor. Cy- press Hill twisted and turned through their collection of Thursday, August 12, 2010 was a night to be remembered, if tracks, but avoided playing their classics: “Insane in the Brain,” Email us at [email protected] you can. For one night, Kansas City was a little more ‘NORML’ “Hits from the Bong,” and “I Wanna Get High.” as Collie Buddz, Cypress Hill, and Slightly Stoopid took the There were still plenty of inevitable references to “the stage on a beautiful summer evening. People showed up early cause” in their tracks, and more than one time the front man and joined those already dining at Grinder's Pizza. Security B-Real shouted that he smelled some "really good s#!%!" They was friendly, the beer selection was top-notch, and many fans pumped the stage even though some people didn't know the were full of love. songs by heart. The Crossroads Concert Series has included some raging The band named Slightly Stoopid is on par with the Kot- nights, especially since it is one of the only places in Kansas ton Mouth Kings and could possibly be the all-time winner of City that people under 21 can go to party. The crowd was “mostest stoopidest” band name ever. Their music defied that- mixed, with people from the hiphop and jam scene showing first impression, although the subject matter was predictable. up and old-school party people chilling with the under-agers. They closed the night and chilled things out from the hop- The vibe was right for the whole evening, leaving many with ping Cypress vibe. They combine punk rock energy with dub feelings of peace, love, unity and respect. and jam to form a unique sound. Originally signed to the National Organization for the Reformation of Marijuana Sublime label, Skunk Records, Slightly Stoopid's music carries Laws (NORML) focuses on the real-world hurdles involved some of that old California flavor in it. with changing the current gridlock. Unfortunately, the message was only to legalize pot; the Students who use marijuana may lose school loans if drug bands never took the time to quote any scientific facts on why charges are raised. Learn more at the Students for Sensible legalization should occur. Drug Policy website: http://ssdp.org/. To give credit, bands did mention that certain things come Many are proud of the dedication of bands like Collie Bud- from the Earth and others do not. Their attempt was to reason dz, Cypress Hill, and Slightly Stoopid for putting together an against wars on natural substances. Maybe NORML would awareness tour and bringing it to the Midwest. have said more on the subject if given the stage. A DJ mixed phat dub, reggae and dancehall for the pre-show Ultimately, the Crossroads is not a bunk venue. It is almost and between sets. The sun was still up when Collie Buddz took like a miniature Sandstone Amphitheater nestled in the city the stage with a rage. They slammed out some amazing songs with better food and beer. The parking is free, and people say with a multitude of singers. The Jamaican front man, Collin that the parking lot is packed both before and after a show. Ar- Harper, was all over the stage as others came out to front cer- rive early for your next show and tell everyone about this ar- ? tain songs. ticle and the all-ages venue. The keyboardist, A Familiar Haze, erupted near the stage as Don't miss these upcoming shows: George Thorogood and some asserted their emotions. Many shouts went out to the Eddie Shaw on Thursday, August 19; Big Head Todd and the tour and cause, and the crowd was all about it. Collie Buddz, as Monsters on Friday, August 27; Pat Green on Friday, Septem- a group, made a great stage presence and worked well together. ber 3; and Sound Tribe Sector 9 with Ghostland Observatory You Cypress Hill played second, a big surprise to many people on Sunday, September 5. there. The sun was just setting on the other side of Midtown [email protected]

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Clockwise from top: 1. Slightly Stoopid rock out Crossroads KS at Grinders 2. Cypress Hill on the mic 3. The crowd for Slightly Stoopid 4. Front man Collie Buddz Photos by Clint White 4 3 8 Cureult Vol. 78, Issue 1 Aug. 23, 2010 Cureult 9

Mark Linville Assistant News Editor Movie Reviews CD Review

Scott Pilgrim: So many exes, so little time Good Charlie Upchurch Staff Writer Fans of Cera’s role as George Michael in the brilliant “Arrested Develop- ment” television series have crowned him the poster child of awkward, emo- From hostile vegans to psychotic ex-girlfriends, Scott Pilgrim faces dilem- tional hipsters. The perfect vehicle for his stardom? Quirky-indie romantic Recovery mas common to the twenty-something hipster. The difference between your comedies. life and his? The girl of his dreams (quite literally) has seven evil exes chomp- Anyone who’s seen “Juno” knows there’s a line between interesting, unique characters and ones that are shallowly supported by odd quirks and ing at the bit to smash his face in. tattoo The best part of “Scott Pilgrim vs. the World” (SPVTW) is director Ed- irreverent humor. At times, “SPVTW” swerves into that territory. gar Wright’s unwillingness to play within the rules of any one genre. Fans An interesting anomaly exists between the primary and secondary char- of his zombie apocalypse comedy “Shaun of the Dead” and action parody acters’ gender roles as well. Pilgrim’s roommate, Wallace Wells, is a clearly “Hot Fuzz” will see just how far Wright has come in genre-bending during promiscuous gay man, who occasionally seduces Pilgrim’s sister’s boyfriend Photo courtesy Caitlin Stone the opening credits, when a pixilated Universal logo appears to a Nintendo- into trysts. The great thing about this? It’s not treated as groundbreaking, just a normal running gag. styled theme song. People have many methods of at- solutely love the “Pirates of the Carib- The pop culture mash-up begins and doesn’t However, when it comes to the main relationship of the film, the audience is supposed to believe the brash, strong Ramona tempting to show their love and try to bean” movies.” Photo courtesy GOOGLE IMAGES end until Pilgrim engages in many a Mortal “One of the highlights preserve the memory of their loved A combination of her father’s illness Kombat-style duel, smashes opponents into Flowers is unable to say no to the most evil of her exes, Gideon (Jason Schawrtzman). ones. and her families’ common interest of vealed as a protest against a career in hip hop. The song piles of coins and schmoozes his way through of the film is Michael Some take photos while others take watching hours of Pirates and of course, Kevin Bryce Sports/Photo Editor a Seinfeld parody, to name just a few instances. During this pivotal scene all she is able to do is stare pleadingly immediately increased in momentum ten fold. Cera’s acting ability as at Pilgrim, because, as she puts it, “he [Gideon] has a way of get- more “permanent” measures. Johnny Depp, were her motives of get- The album received a well-deserved explicit rating as The premise of the film centers on Pilgrim’s For former UMKC student Caitlin ting this tattoo. Whether in an evening workout or an afternoon drive, ability to defeat the seven evil exes of his cur- ting into my head.” We find out there is a microchip on Ramona’s by now you’ve probably heard “Not Afraid”, Eminem’s Eminem reminds us time and time again he has a kick and Pilgrim in dramatic neck that Gideon uses to control her. It’s hard to believe the Stone, family was her main motivation But why a compass you ask? where he can put it. But like Kanye West, if you look past rent infatuation, the blasé hair-color chame- for getting her tattoo that depicts an ar- “The compass was taken from the first single off his new album Recovery. The song holds leon Ramona Flowers (Mary Elizabeth Win- scenes...” rollerblading, weekly-hair-dyeing, electric-blue-mallet-wielding merit with its cut throat honesty (in typical Eminem the dick, you’ll find cataclysmic rhymes with memorable Ramona Flowers can’t say no to a cheesy charming music execu- tifact and features a quote from a very “Pirates of the Caribbean” movies. In hooks like, “I’m wasting punch lines but I got so many to stead). popular film trilogy. these movies, Jack Sparrow navigates fashion) and its call-to-arms chorus. The song is a perfect After Ramona rollerblades her way through his dreams, he spots her in tive, or that she can’t use her own autonomy in the pivotal final forbearer of the album that backs it up. spare, I’d start up another one that might go here.” moments of the film. Stone has always been close to her using his really old compass,” Stone said. The album is guaranteed to be a trademark stamp at real life and focuses all his energy on her. One might wonder whether his at- father, the term “Daddy’s Girl” can be “And the quote comes from Jack Standing at 17 tracks, the album carries rich diversity tention might be better focused on his ragtag band, his (apparently) chronic Though “SPVTW” may not bust down any damsel-in-distress stereo- with evidence of the different hip hop styles Eminem has every frat party this year with jams like “No Love” ft. Lil types, it is a sweet, fun film that stays open-minded with secondary char- used in light of the relationship she and Sparrow’s father [Keith Richards]. He Wayne and “Won’t Back Down” ft. Pink. depression, or the fact that he shares a room and bed with his gay friend. her father have. says to Jack ‘Its not about living forever, explored throughout his career. However, for this to be the classic underdog story that it is, he needs a few acters’ back stories and certainly doesn’t obey convention when it comes to The album carries tracks like “Cold Wind Blows” that This normally is unimpressive but where the weight of cinematic devices. When Stone’s father was diagnosed Jackie, the trick is living with yourself the album lies is that these jams are coupled with gems snags. One of the highlights of the film is Michael Cera’s acting ability as with cancer, she wanted to commemo- forever.’ Which I think it really fits along date back to his Slim Shady days and also stadium an- Pilgrim in dramatic scenes, like when Pilgrim and Ramona have their first Any young adult who still remembers (or still plays) Super Mario Broth- thems like “Going Through Changes” ft. Ozzy Ozbourne like “Space Bound” and “Seduction”. Finally along with ers will enjoy the nostalgia of Scott Pilgrim’s world, as well as the tender and rate him and immortalize the family with compass,” Stone said. the jams and gems are gifts like “On Fire” and “W.T.P.”, argument over her admittedly awful dating past. spirit with a tattoo. Much like the relationship that Jack and “Love the Way you Lie” ft. Rihanna that give a nod to Interestingly enough, Cera’s presence hinges on my main issue with all-consuming fervor that accompanies new love. It may not be a new story, his more recent career. sure to be listened to by lonely kids on side streets and in but at least “SPVTW” has an interesting way of showing it. “My dad was diagnosed with mul- Sparrow and his father, Captain Teague suburban basements. the film: the nauseatingly adorable pandering to the geek/hipster/fanboy tiple melanoma last July, which is one share, Stone and her father have a close In Eminem style, the album also has a few angry rants Photo courtesy Google Images crowd. ‘B’ [email protected] usually directed at women. “25 to Life” was nearly shrug- Is the album good? It’s great and puts Eminem back on reason why I got this tattoo,” Stone said. relationship. the hip hop map after a less than fair ‘Relapse’ last year. “Another reason is my family; they ab- [email protected] off-able when it originally presented as another rant at Eminem’s ex-wife, Kim. But in the end the song is re- A [email protected] Eat Pray Love: Good movie, better book Diane Balagna Staff Writer arms of a struggling actor, David, who happens to intro- and because she now knows who she is, she’s confident duce her to a spiritual guru. After the relationship with this relationship will last. If you’re looking for a great chick flick, go see “Eat David fails, she decided to devote a year to traveling the The visuals of the movie alone make it worth seeing. Pray Love.” It’s based on the bestseller by Elizabeth Gil- world and rediscovering herself. The colors are rich and alive; they really capture the bert and stars Julia Roberts, Javier Bardem, and James She first goes to Italy and eats her way through the beauty of the people and scenery in each location. Franco. The movie follows Gilbert’s real life story of country. She revels in the food, the land and the lan- Although the dialogue felt a bit whiny at times, Gil- ending her marriage and finding herself again during a guage. A new set of friends become like family, and Gil- bert’s search for healing is genuine and Richard from year of traveling to Italy, India and Bali. bert starts to regain a sense of who she is. In India she Texas provides some comic relief. The story is thought- Writer Liz Gilbert, meets a medicine man in Bali visits the ashram of her guru and while the guru her- provoking and makes for good conversation after the who tells her she will lose everything and gain it all back self is not present Richard from Texas, steps into those movie. before she sees him again. shoes. Richard’s keen observations and sharp wit drive As too often with movies based on books, “Eat Pray This sparks a realization that she doesn’t really want Gilbert crazy, but eventually help her forgive herself Love” is a better book. She’s funnier, spunkier and a family and a boring, predictable life. She wants to and heal from the divorce. brutally honest with her reflections about herself, the travel, explore and discover the most exotic places in In Bali, she meets the medicine man again, and his people she meets and the men she loves. the world. guidance helps her find the courage to trust love. She If you like the movie, read the book. You’ll love it. She leaves her husband and falls promptly into the meets Felipe, a Brazilian who sweeps her off her feet, ‘B’ [email protected] Photo courtesy Google Images

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eas of interaction with project rooms for group work. Having a place for students to study between classes was a priority for the developers. “There’s a lot of space for students to get to- gether and study and do projects as groups,” Ty- ler said. “There’s a lot of meeting spaces that are Campus Welcomes New Student Union quiet, where students can do group projects to- gether…it’s not only a building to relax and eat, but there’s a lot of space that will help students reach their educational goals.” The fourth floor of the union is primarily meeting spaces that can be rented out, as well as a large multi-purpose room that can be divided into four smaller sections. Some of the most interesting aspects of this new union are the smaller touches, such as the 13 flat screen TV’s throughout the building, the laptop lockers students can rent in order to store and charge their laptops during the day, and the RedBox DVD station, which is the first campus Redbox location in the world. As original as this union is, though, the de- sign is reminiscent of unions found at larger schools. Tyler explains the reason for that. “What we did was, we really went out and Melissa Oribhabor Editor-in-Chief looked at a lot of different models of unions, not only from some of the land-grant universi- ties but some urban universities, and I think UMKC’s University Center once functioned what we ended up with is really good for this as the primary student union on campus, where campus,” Tyler said. “We looked at our student students could eat, study and check out campus body make-up, we looked up the number of organizations. residential students, we looked at the number As far back as ten years ago, administrators of students we had commuting [and] our non- began looking into an alternative to the Univer- traditional student population and really put sity Center to accommodate the growing stu- together a program that really meets the UMKC dent population and the ever-changing needs of student population.” the students. However, even though the building is impres- Then, four years ago, a plan for a new student sive, the one area that might have some students, union was put into motion. Friday, the official notably commuters, a little perturbed is parking. UMKC Student Union opened a year ahead of Simmons noted that they did add a few more schedule, on the corner of 51st and Cherry. visitor spots on the north side of Cherry Hall. The 109 thousand square-foot structure cost But other than that, students will have to UMKC students 38.3 million dollars. Paid for continue parking in the regular spots and walk through student fees, it belongs to the students to the union, as if it were any other building on who funded the construction. The only private campus. donor was Sodexo, which donated one million At this time, all plans are put into place, but dollars. Tyler mentions there are plans to make sure According to Bob Simmons, Asst. Vice Chan- things go as smoothly as possible with this new cellor of campus facilities, the design of the addition to campus. building resulted from student input and plan- “We will have a student advisory committee ning and is geared toward student interaction that will look into making sure we’ve honored and engagement. students’ requests and to make sure students are In the spring of 2009, students were given an getting the opportunities they paid for,” Tyler opportunity to vote on the food vendors they said. There will be a partnership with student wanted to see in the new union. There are two government and an application process. This as- vendors owned by the Sodexo brand: SubCon- pect, however, is still a work in progress. nection and Jazzman’s Café and Bakery, and two In the end, one big question remains: what’s externally franchised vendors: Baja Fresh and going to happen to the University Center? At Chick-Fil-A. this time, there are still organizations that are Vice Chancellor Mel Tyler spoke about the staying in the University Center, such as the importance of honoring student needs in de- One Card office, Freshens, Starbucks, and the signing the union. barbershop. Currently there is a task force look- “I really think the planning in this building ing into making the University Center a student was outstanding,” Tyler said. “I think that stu- success center. dents had input from day one to what should be This new student union is arriving just in time in this building…there is very little administra- for the class of 2014, who will have no memory tive space in the building… [because of] the of the overcrowded “U-Center” during lunch fact that students are financing this building, it time or the lack of food options. Tyler believes was important to have the input from the stu- the overall impact of this project will be great for dents that we did.” UMKC. One characteristic that makes the union spe- “I think it really will act as a catalyst in cial on UMKC campus is its sustainability. The transforming this campus,” Tyler said. “I think trees growing on that land were turned into the union will be a gathering space for all the wood and used inside the building. In addition, UMKC community. I can see the primary use of Simmons noted the efficiency of the building. the building will be students, but I can see a lot “[The union] is 30 to 40 percent more ef- of really nice university initiatives taking place in ficient than a traditional building in the private that building that will not only support the stu- sector,” he said. dents, but the campus community as a whole.” The union has four floors, which includes a For more information on the new student rooftop terrace that offers a wide view of the city. union, please visit www.umkc.edu/union. From the terrace, people have a clear view of [email protected] The Plaza and the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. This is a green roof terrace, meaning the rooftop is partially covered in vegetation. This reduces the amount of storm run-off and re- duces the “heat island” impact of the building, Quick because the plant materials absorb heat. The main access to the building is on the sec- Facts ond floor. There is a 6,300 square foot The first floor houses the textbooks for the bookstore and can only be accessed through multi-purpose room. the bookstore entrance on the second floor. Through a separate entrance, students can enter the first floor, but there is no access to the bot- tom level of the bookstore from the alternate 10,000 square feet of space is entrance. The bottom level has a concession stand and dedicated to student organiza- a theatre that can hold 329 people. The second tions. floor holds the four vendors, the bookstore, soft seating and a mini stage. The third floor houses student involvement and organizations, and most of the organiza- The original University Center tions that once lived in the University Center moved to the union. was built in 1961. There are 36 slots for student organizations and the entire area has a retro style, chosen by students who were involved in the design of work stations. There are formal and informal ar- Photos by Kate Lawler 12 Cureult Vol. 78, Issue 1 Aug. 23, 2010 Cureult 13

Dating Christian Rose Staff Writer Artist profile: Steve Rimmer 101: The difference between a journalist and a columnist

Margaret Fuller was the first female Which brings me to my second war correspondent. Matthew Brady point… was a pioneering photographer. For every bad date, there is usually a Katherine Graham, Carl Bernstein, good lesson to be learned. Ben Bradley and their modern day I learned at 14 never to eat chili fries contemporaries from Peter Jennings, and expect that someone would be Anderson Cooper and Katie Couric overly eager to kiss you. are all great journalists. Many times, a lesson is going to be I, however, do not necessarily con- obvious. For example, it is never a sider myself a journalist. good idea to accept a dinner invita- True, I write a weekly column for tion from someone you meet a gas a small newspaper, but instead of station right after you notice he is covering global wars, stock market filling up a hearse with a pentagram ups and downs or even community bumper sticker on the tailgate. obituaries, I write a weekly diatribe It seems an obvious conclusion that of my often times frequent, social a devout Catholic should probably shortcomings. not date someone that may or may Occasionally, I am asked how in the not worship the prince of darkness. hell did I land a paying gig reporting Yes, subtle nuances are sometimes on the disasters that have turned out harder to spot. to be my dating life. Eharmony.com states that one in Believe it or not, there are a few re- five relationships now begin online. quirements that someone must have In my opinion however, you should besides a bottle of bourbon and a never be quick to believe anything working laptop. that boasts that they can take the First: guesswork out of dating. You should probably at least like to That’s like believing a stripper still date. leaves something to the imagination. Susan Healy is quoted as saying that The third and final tip is the most whenever she wants a really good essential. meal, she starts dating again. Simply keep your sense of humor. Hunger, however, is not the sole Bill Kelley said after God created reason you should date. the world, he made man and woman. You should enjoy the ritual itself. Then to keep the whole thing from Dating is an art, and if done well, it collapsing, he invented humor. is a beautiful dance. Dating is fun and frivolous. When For me, I love first dates. did it become a job interview for I actually relish those first few awk- marriage? ward seconds right before someone Even a serial dater that puts their asks me out. love life- or lack thereof- on display But mostly, I love the infinite pos- for the entertainment of others will sibilities that you get to have the mo- never forget that…or that the ulti- ment right before someone shows mate happiness in life is the pursuit up at my door when that little voice of love. inside my head says, “This could be It is the journey itself. the one.” Henry Luce said that he became a I had my first date when I was 14; journalist to come as close as pos- we went roller skating. sible to the heart of the world. We shared a root beer, chili fries and Heart…hmm…well maybe this a couples skate. dating columnist is a journalist after And by the end of the evening… all. that little tramp was skating with [email protected] some other boy.

Weird Bailey Wilson Staff Writer Jill Schleiden Copy Editor made about where to put the next dab of paint. The painting evolves throughout the News process. Steve Rimmer, a former UMKC student, “You make a thousand different deci- Johnson County judges recently sentenced a former school has loved art since boyhood. sions,” he said. “I like that sort of process, He doodled constantly, even after gradu- where you keep discovering things.” principal to probation for stealing his ex-wife’s purses and then ating with his history degree and going into Rimmer’s son, Taylor, featured in an ear- setting her car on fire. business with his father. lier issue, also enjoys art. “He had a predi- Craig Butler pleaded that he had been “mentally ill and While enjoying a successful career at a lection for art,” series of companies, Rimmer said. “Art hearing voices” at the time of the arson and burglary. The former Rimmer traveled often. surrounded him principal still received a probationary sentence, even though he During his travels, “My wife bought me an as he grew up.” mailed the purses back to his ex-wife. he visited museums Rimmer be- and galleries and easel and supplies and said, lieves that while developed an interest he didn’t push his The Rehabilitation Institute of Kansas City is hosting its in art history. He ‘figure it out’,” Rimmer son to study the second annual Baconfest fundraiser on August 28 in Waldo, read many biographies arts, he could and history reviews, said. “Since then I’ve really guide him toward Mo. educating himself. it. Music and art For a $30 registration fee, pork enthusiasts will enjoy "bacon, “I like to learn on enjoyed the mystery and were always read- beer, and bands,” not to mention a Baconfest 2010 tee-shirt. my own,” Rimmer ily available. says on his website, solitude of painting.” “If he wanted Local restaurants will provide "creative bacon fare,” while www.steverimmerstu- to draw, I’d find guests may participate in a "bacon eating" or "best bacon recipe" dio.com. him some paper contest and even enter for a chance to be crowned Bacon King Rimmer has been painting for ten years and things to draw with and let him go,” Rim- now. mer said. or Queen. “My wife bought me an easel and supplies Rimmer enjoys all the arts and is glad he The proceeds from the event will go toward benefiting the and said, ‘figure it out’,” Rimmer said. “Since can devote so much time to painting now. children and adults receiving help from the institute. then I’ve really enjoyed the mystery and soli- “I just wish that I had known when I was tude of painting.” younger that I could make a career of art,” Rimmer sees painting as a discovery pro- Rimmer said. [email protected] cess, guided by the many small decisions [email protected] 14 Cureult Vol. 78, Issue 1 Top ten places to hang out in Kansas City

Kasim Hardaway Staff Writer Trying to narrow down the Top 10 hangout spots in Kansas City was next to impossible. After surfing the web, scavenging through local newspapers, visiting the hang out spots and get- ting the word on the street, we were able to come up with a list. Hang out spots were added then dropped, added and dropped, until we came up with the perfect combination. With that said, there are many hang out spots that deserve to be on this list; however, it is only the Top 10 choices. [email protected]

1. Sinbad’s Hookah Bar Full of culture and energy, Sinbad’s Hookah Bar reigns as one of the best Hookah Bars in Kansas City. There is never a stale night with Sinbad’s Hookah Bar, where owner Sinbad Sami frequently puts on a musical show for his guests, singing songs that you would never hear in any ordinary bar. Not only can you go to hang out with friends, but most use it as a location to relax and catch up on homework. 2. Broadway Café Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, this casual dine-in café located in the heart of Westport has an atmosphere like no other. Bring a book, a friend, or even come alone, and no matter the situa- tion you will enjoy your time at Broadway Café.

3. Country Club Plaza The Country Club Plaza is Kansas City’s premier shopping, dining, and entertainment district. With over 150 shops and dozens of restaurants covering fifteen blocks, shoppers will never grow bored. Whether it is to hang out, a date, an anniversary, or whatever the occasion, The Country Photos by adrianne calumpong Club Plaza is the best choice. 4. AMC Main Street AMC Main Street offers the most luxurious movie seeing experience in Kansas City for an af- fordable price. If you are 21 or older you can enjoy the reserved seating and luxury recliners. AMC Main Street also offers a Cinema Suite Premium, which is an in-theatre dining option that includes swivel tables and 8-foot row spacing.

5. UMKC Student Union The UMKC Student Union is one of the newest additions to campus. Amounting to $38.3 mil- lion, it is a large investment that UMKC has made. Not only will the UMKC Student Union have great dining options but it will feature services such as Redbox. Students will now be in walking distance of renting any in-demand movie.

6. Westport Known for the 21-and-over scene, Westport is home to many bars and clubs; however there are a handful of small shops and plenty of restaurants to keep those who come busy and full. If you like antiques or thrift stores, this is definitely the place for you. Westport also houses some of the best concerts in Kansas City.

7. Muddy’s Coffeehouse Within walking distance to UMKC, Muddy’s serves coffee, sandwiches, and an assortment of baked goods. On your way to or from class you can swing by to catch a bite to eat or check their bulletin board to see what new things are happening in the community.

8. Nelson Atkins Museum of Art With a collection of over 33,500 objects, the Nelson Atkins Museum has a vast amount of art, ranging from ancient times to modern day. Entrance to the museum is free and after your visit you can play a game of Frisbee or enjoy lunch on the expanses of land the museum has to offer.

9. Kansas city Power and Light District The majority of the entertainment is for those 21 and over, but Kansas City Power & Light District has something for everyone. Stretching nine blocks and offering over a half million square feet, Kansas City Power and Light District connects the Convention Center to the Sprint Center. Whether you go to dine, drink, or play, you will appreciate the time you spend at Power & Light.

10. Main Street Café Most days of the week you can catch a local Kansas City band playing on the stage of Main Street Café. If you aren’t interested in that, Main Street Café hosts art shows giving local artists a chance to showcase and even sell their work. This place is all about locality and making sure the community is unified that being through either music or visual art. 16 Spots r Vol. 78, Issue 1 Aug. 23, 2010 Spots r 17 Sosa receives honorable recognition

Mark Linville Assistant News It might get loud Editor In recent weeks, history was Sosa will begin his senior season for this recent success. made here at UMKC within the this fall. “Honestly, it’s kind of like a team Department of UMKC Athletics. “I am just looking forward to a award. I am who I am because of my The National Soccer Coaches good season, I want a championship,” team,” Sosa said. Association of America (NSCAA) Sosa said. The voting for the MAC added John Bayron Sosa, co-captain Sosa was born in Colombia and Hermann Trophy will take place this and midfielder of the mens soccer lived there until he was 14. November. team, to the 2010 Missouri Athletic “I started playing soccer when I “I don’t think about winning Club’s (MAC) Hermann Trophy was five. Sosa said “In Colombia, the trophy as much. I focus on the watch list. that’s all we had to do is play soccer.” season,” Sosa said. “If it comes then “John Bayron’s inclusion on the In the future, Sosa hopes to it comes. I am hoping for a great MAC Hermann Trophy Watch list continue playing soccer and one day season and a championship.” is well-deserved,” Head Coach Rick play professionally. Receiving the MAC Hermann Benben said. While his major is Spanish, he is Trophy would be the highest Sosa is the first player at UMKC to also interested in criminal justice. He individual honor in intercollegiate receive this honor. To date, he is the wants to go to the police academy as soccer. only representative of the Summit an alternative career to professional Until the voting takes place, Sosa League to have been added to the soccer. is going to keep playing soccer at his list. Sosa is also one of 39 Division 1 “Since I want to go to the police best. mens soccer players on the list. academy, criminal justice has been For more information on the “He has proven himself as an one of my favorite classes at UMKC,” MAC Hermann Trophy Watch List, outstanding collegiate player and Sosa said go to www.nscaa.com. certainly has the potential to be Sosa is proud of himself for being [email protected] included among the best players in added to the watch list. He has his college soccer,” Benben said. coach and team members to thank Senior John Bayron Sosa Photo Courtesy UMKC ATHLETICS

Sports shorts Upcoming events Kevin Bryce Sports Editor Men’s Soccer 8/27 Drake University Bulldogs (Exh.) dSSRF 7 p.m. Women’s Soccer Men’s Soccer 8/27 South Dakota State Jackrabbits Vermillion S.D. 4 p.m. The men played two exhibition Women’s Volleyball soccer games defeating William 8/27 Arkansas, Arkansas Invitational Fayetteville, Ark. 7 p.m. Jewel 3-0 on Wednesday. Senior 8/28 Samford, Arkansas Invitational Fayetteville, Ark. 10 a.m. John Bayron Sosa lead the Roos on Wednesday with a goal and 8/28 Grambling, Arkansas Invitational Fayetteville, Ark. 5 p.m. an assist Sosa was also put on the KC Royals list of 30 candidates for the Lowes Senior Class Award, an extremely 8/23-26 detroit Tigers Detroit 6:05 p.m. honorable award in university 8/27-29 Cleveland Indians Cleveland 6:05 p.m. athletics. KC Chiefs 8/27 Philadelphia Eagles (Exh.) Arrowhead 7 p.m. The calm before the storm, Matt Brown surveys Swinney Gymnasium Photo KEVIN BRYCE Women’s Soccer Kevin Bryce Sports Editor The women dropped an exhibition game on Wednesday The UMKC Athletics Department UMKC’s campus is the fullest it has top of you now.” Brown said. “More Not only is Brown making a push, athletic programs who have as many against Rockhurst University has brought the men’s home ever been at 100 percent capacity students come because it’s easier but according to Hall, so are the players: of their athletic programs on 2-1. basketball games back to where they with 1,400 students. to get to, the environment is better campus,” Hall said. Freshman Ashley Gannred “We are having our athletes scored the single goal for the ought to be: home. Athletics Director Tim Hall is because it’s louder.” help with moving day, all It was an idea first put forward Fourteen of the 15 home games grateful for the asset the increase Though it’s a smaller venue than by former Chancellor Guy Bailey Roos. of our student athletes and The Roos went on to open the this season will be played at Swinney brings to attendance at the basket- municipal, Brown isn’t concerned. teams are taking shifts to to have a venue on campus and this with the one remaining game at ball games. “It doesn’t, obviously, hold as idea is still alive today. season on Saturday losing 3-2 to move individuals into the Valpraiso at Durwood. Municipal Auditorium. “It’s a testament to the work many, but I think it will be a better dorms, they’ll be wearing “It hasn’t been lost at all on the “[We are] having more home they’ve done at the student affairs atmosphere for our guys.” shirts representing the sport current executive leadership of the games than ever before and more to enhance the vibrancy of the Instead, he believes having that they play, giving us institution and the challenge is the on campus than ever before,” Head campus,” Hall said. games here at Swinney will help to current economy that we’re in and an opportunity to interact Women’s Volleyball Coach Matt Brown said. “These The new bleachers support improve the team’s performance on with our fellow students. where to locate it,” Hall said. are two big steps for us, playing on just over 1,500 people with more the court. And I think the best form While that idea sits on the The women have been picked campus and having more home comfort and durability. “We practice here everyday, so of advertising is the student recessional back burner, the UMKC to finish 3rd in the Summit games [is] a big plus.” “They all have chair backs, there there is a comfort level there as far athletes themselves as we athletics department is going League Preseason poll. The Brown sees the change as helping are wider spaces between the rows,” as familiarity,” Brown said. have the highest percentage ahead and cutting costs by using women made it to the Summit both the students and the players. Hall said. “The steps leading up to Brown is planning on making of our student athletes living Swinney instead of renting out League championship for the “With all the new apartments the seats are more appropriate, there a new push to bring students to on campus than we’ve ever Municipal Auditorium. first time since 2003 last season and the dorms on campus and the were no center isle hand rails, but games. had.” “It only seats, I think, 1,500 and had the highest home student population really growing there are now. I think it completely “I’m going to do a lot more to people,” Coach Brown said, “but winning percentage in the on campus it’s going to create a changes the complexion of Swinney try to get out to go the dorms and The ultimate hope for the 1,500 people in a small confined schools history. Hopes couldn’t more student oriented game type Recreation Center.” apartments, to speak at the sororities basketball team is that one day area will be far better I think.” be higher for this season of play. UMKC will be able to build setting, making it more of a home Coach Brown is looking forward to and fraternities,” Brown said, “to try In other words, it might get loud. [email protected] court advantage,” Brown said. the vibe that the new facelift will bring. to encourage the students to come, a basketball arena of its own, [email protected] Assistant Dean of Students Eric “The environment is much better because now they don’t have to “As you look to other campuses, Grospitch, Ph.D. confirmed that because the students are right on drive over. They can walk.” what adds tremendous value is 18 Fou r m Vol. 78, Issue 1 Aug. 23, 2010 Fou r m 19 , Not $#!&

Jill Schleiden Copy Editor

Hello all, it’s me, your friendly U-News copy editor. I’m a “We hanged out last night.” Communication Studies major with an emphasis in journalism, Hanged who, I want to know. You could’ve hanged a person, a minor in French, and wildly ambitious hopes for grad school. but if you were hanging out last night, you hung out. Please don’t chew on my pens I mainly stay behind the scenes at the paper (behind the Please, fellow students! Are we not academians? Do we not pages?). But, today I’d like to talk about a serious problem that’s have a shared calling to a higher education? Can’t we spare an on the rise among UMKC students: poor grammar. hour (and a few bucks) to read The Elements of Style by Strunk As a passionate word-worshipper and “grammar Nazi,” I and White, or even just to log onto www.chompchomp.com and empathize all too deeply with some professors as they shake read a few grammar refreshers? (or scratch) their heads over a butchered sentence. Some of the But I digress. The minute effort required to brush up on the Kate Lawler Production Manager lines I’ve seen from my fellow students include: proper placement of commas or the difference between being “He didn’t know weather or not to go through with it.” “good” and “well” will pay off, well, well. Almost every syllabus Whether, not weather, it was his brain and not the rain that on the college level bears the requirements of correct grammar hadn’t yet reached a conclusion. and spelling. There is always that one kid in grade school during a lecture, sometimes my mind wanders steal my pen? They know that no (reasonable) “I don’t feel good. My heads throbbing my joints ache my Why be that guy or gal the professor dreads getting papers whose appetite never submits to the mere and I tend to take a quick inventory of the cap- person would want that writing utensil back, noses running and I have a huge fever.” from? Errors result in lower grades and frustrated professors, He feels bad…to the bone. If you’re well, you’re in good and ticking off teacher probably isn’t the best way to start a seven food groups. Yes, that one child, where chewers in the beginning of the semester. so they make sure you see it, to show you ‘hey, health, if you’re good you’re moral. And commas exist for so semester. lunch just isn’t enough, where snack time is I would like to say that exams be damned, if I just stole your pen…in the sneakiest, most many reasons, including to give your friends a bit of space to [email protected] anytime in a classroom full of craft supplies. they didn’t bring the proper writing supplies passive-aggressive of ways.’ space off while you list your woes. Jill Schleiden Jacob Ballard sat next to me in first grade, to take said exam, they certainly will not be on Jacob Ballard stole my cornflower blue and his insatiable hunger gave way to countless the receiving end of my extra pen or pencil. crayon in 1994. I vividly remember his craft-casualties, including paper, erasers, glue, However, this cold heart has not completely drooling mouth as I got my crayons out that pencils and glitter. frozen, so I reluctantly say farewell to my day. I was coloring the Kansas flag when I UNIVERSITY Most importantly in this array of flavors was weapons against paper. needed to get more paper. When I came back, his favorite, the crayon. Jacob and I had this in Cap-chewers are not completely corrupt; my crayon was missing. NEWS common, but for very different reasons. Kate Lawler in fact, nearly every one that I have leant The very next day, as my neighbor opened My crayons were never broken, labels never something to has remembered to give it back. his desk, hungry as usual, he pulled out a peeled, they were sharpened with the most up, but have they changed? Every day I look Though it is my favorite pen, do they really mangled looking cornflower blue stick. delicate of hands and neatly written upon each around my college classroom or work place think that I would want it back with a slobber As he began his feast I took a closer look, wax stick was my full name. and I see people chewing on pen caps. Now, coating? So I nicely say ‘keep it.’ The problem and saw to my horror, a neatly printed name Editorial Board My pristine crayons were the envy of sure, a pen cap is nothing compared to what with letting them keep it is that I am unable to upon the remainder of the label. Editor-in-Chief Melissa Oribhabor other careless classmates, and Jacob Ballard’s they used to chew on in grade school, but how say ‘keep it’ in a contempt-filled tone. So, they The ink bled into my last name and was only Advertising Manager John Pfortmiller hunger yearned for the taste of mint-condition can I trust that they will not chew on my pen think I like or approve of this behavior. visible from between his dirty fingers, thus Business Manager BJ Allen Crayola. cap if I lend them what they need? Or is it all just a hoax? Is the kindness of leading me to never trust a craft-snacker again. Production Manager Kate Lawler Though I should probably pay attention Asst. Production Manager Charlie Tidwell The Jacob Ballards of the world have grown the cap-chewer a visage for an inside job to [email protected] News Editor Patricia Barra Asst. News Editor Mark Linville Forum Editor Briana Ibanez Culture Editor Nikki Bomgardner Sports Editor Kevin Bryce Copy Editor Jill Schlieden Copy Editor Amy Johnson Photo Editor Kevin Bryce Podcast Editor Ethan Parker Online Editor Ethan Parker Distribution BJ Allen Some things change…some just don’t Faculty Advisor Fred Wickman The University News is published Mondays by students of the University of Missouri-Kansas City. 4,000 free copies are distributed to the University, Plaza, Westport, Brookside, Midtown and Downtown areas. Opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the University or staff. Letters to the editor, whether submitted electronically or by mail, should be 350 words or less and must include writer’s phone number for verification. Unsigned letters will not be published. Letters may be edited for clarity or space. Subscriptions are available for the cost of postage, $25 a year. Culture Editor The first copy of the University News is free. Additional copies may be purchased for $1 each, payable at the Nikki Bomgardner University News office in advance. No person may, without prior written permission of the University News, take more than one copy of each week’s issue. Summer is gone. Gone, I tell you! Get over it. Ok, maybe I now limited to residents of the area only. Don’t park there, you should take my own advice. will get a ticket! And my bank account, less $32.50, is a victim The end of summer means change. I love change and embrace of that! U-News is an equal opportunity employer. it with all the drama that may go with it. So you are now either forced to purchase a parking pass or But why is it the things that should change, never do? And feed a hungry meter. Not to mention our parking lot here at the things that you don’t want to change always do? U-News has been bulldozed out to put in grass. Grass, I say! Board of Publishers of the University News: UMKC is staring down a huge abyss of change at the Grass is more important than our parking spots??? We have a David Atkinson (chair), Mark Berger, Julie Galloway, Robin Hamilton, Patrick Hilburn, Wayne Lucas, Harris Mirkin, moment. whole building full of staff and we now have four parking spots. Melissa Oribhabor, Fred Wickman, Patty Wolverton, Jennifer Kaminsky, Glenn Young Most talked about is probably the new University Center. Ludicrous. Nikki Bomgardner I’ve only been over to see the bookstore so far but I was Personally, things are always looking up (besides financial However, in my dream, there are no bars on the windows this University News is printed by impressed and excited about the changes. Chris Wolff and the aid of course). time. Cass County Publishing bookstore team did an amazing job getting everything moved I’m the new Culture Editor at U-News! And I’m eager to Change, change, change, oh yes, back to that… and operational, all in fewer than 24 hours and in plenty of time meet all of the new freshmen and returning students hungry Gone are the days of lazing around on South Beach in perfect before classes started. for a good story and willing to attend local concerts, shows 80 degree weather watching the ships go by as my gorgeous tan University News Another talk of the town is the cutback in financial aid. Not and events. We have a ton of them coming up and need lots of ripens to a glistening bronze. 5327 Holmes Kansas City, MO 64110 only was work-study cut for many, but state and federal grants dependable people that would like to earn money and have a No more humid-filled days at Oceans of Fun sipping piña Editor’s desk: 816-235-5402 were slashed, too–so much so that many students contemplated great time doing it. coladas at the adult pool with my bff while the rugrats run Newsroom: 816-235-1393 not returning to school, myself at the top of that list. Did our Ok, that’s enough for my U-News pitch. (But email me if themselves into exhaustion. fearless leader, Obama, that is, not just sign in billions more for you’re interested, ok, now I’m done) Advertising: 816-235-1386 And back to the grind of doing what I love, in my last year Business: 816-235-6366 education? And for the “…some things don’t” part of this is, although of undergrad and watching the new, young hopefuls come and Didn’t he urge all of us single parent, professional types back my left hand is still painfully bare, the prospects are looking up. Fax: 816-235-6514 sprout their wings in this big world called life. Tips Hotline: 816-235-NEWS into college? Grrrr. I still “gaze adoringly at the ‘Tiffany’ blue awning of the store Change? Love it. Bring it on! Another one up there among the gripes is parking. If you with the same name” (circa spring semester ‘10) across from didn’t already know, parking on the streets around campus is my Starbucks on The Plaza dreaming of things yet to come. [email protected]