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DAILY THE GEORGE
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7,2006 Report shows GSU has $650 million impact on county
By Jenny Miller including Bulloch and Chatham. study into four major areas: daily op- furniture. "Georgia Southerns impact goes Bulloch County economy. Assistant news editor President Bruce Grube explained erations of GSU measured by payroll, In the 2005-2006 fiscal year, more far beyond direct spending by the "GSU contributes financially, in further what the study revealed. faculty and staff expenses evaluated than 16,500 studentswere in enrolled University and the spend of students cultural activities, amenities in the According to a report released in "The economic impact is the total by payroll and salaries, spending by at GSU and contributed $130.9 and faculty... these other businesses community, through athletic events... mid-August, Georgia Southern had a effect of GSU's faculty, students and students and the impact of the major million — a figure that does not hire additional staff and order addi- there are a host of ways GSU benefits sizeable impact on the region during the payroll on the surrounding com- construction projects on campus. include fees for housing on-campus tional supplies to meet the demands the community," said Statesboro City the past fiscal year. munities," he said. Salaries for the faculty, staff, casual or tuition. of the university," said Phyllis Isley, Manager George Wood about the The Bureau of Business Re- The amount GSU contributed is labor workers and consultants of GSU The spending of GSU students Director of BBRED. impact. search and Economic Development s up nearly 16 percent from last year, totaled over $89 million, while the breaks down to $43.9 million for off- Because GSU is located in the Additionally, GSU spent $108 (BBRED) study said that GSU con- when the university supplied $550 university also spent $107.7 on non- campus housing and approximately city of Statesboro, it is probable that million on the many construction tributed over $653 million to the million to the local economy. personnel expenses for such things $28 million for entertainment and most of the money contributed by projects on campus, like the RAC economies of nine Georgia counties, The BBRED divided their annual as electricity, gasoline and even office food each. the university was pumped into the see IMPACT, page 7 A new era for Eagle football
By Bert Noble this century to go 15-0 in football. Eagles to three I-AA playoff appear- Managing editor of operations Before coming to GSU, Erk ances and GSU's first SoCon title. played college football, among other Stowers could not keep up the ; With the legacy of five other men sports, at Auburn University from success he enjoyed his first year at behind him, new Head Football 1946-1949. His senior year, Auburn GSU. Coach Brian VanGorder ushers in a recorded the historic 14-13 upset Stowers, also a former Auburn new era of football at Georgia South- over Alabama. football player, got his coaching start ern. A new offense and a revamped He later would be Georgia's at Auburn as a graduate assistant. defense bring renewed energy and defensive coordinator for 17 years. He also has coached at Jacksonville excitement to GSU. At UGA, Russell would head butt State, Temple and Rhode Island. From Erkstine Russell to Mike players before the games to get play- He is still the head coach at Rhode Sewak, the last 25 years have brought ers excited^ Island today. 16 playoff appearances, eight SoCon Russell was not wearing a helmet He finished his career at GSUwith titles and six national championships. when he did this and his players were. a record of 51 -23, for a .689 winning With a new season on the horizon, There are many accounts of blood percentage. the George-Anne takes a look back running down his face after psyching at the other coaches to be the head of his players up for the game. Frank Ellwood 1996 the Eagle football program. When Russell took the GSU job, one of his stipulations for taking the Ellwood was hired in March of Erkstine 'Erie* Russell 1982-89 job was to be paid one more dollar 1996 to be the interim coach of the than he was paid at UGA. Eagles after Stowers was released. Russell is the founder of GSU Russell finished his career at GSU At the time, he was serving as the football. He was hired as the first with a record of 83-22-1, for a .788 senior associate athletic director, and coach of Eagle football in the modern winning percentage. continued in that post while he was era. Football had not been played at the coach. GSU since World War Two. Tim Stowers 1990-1995 Ellwood also coached at Ohio While at GSU, Russell would State, Ohio University, Air Force and not only bring the program to the At the age of 32, Stowers was the was the head coach at Marshall. playoffs, but win three national youngest coach in I- AA history to win Ellwood finished his season with championships. They were in 1985, a national title. He was also the first a record of 4-7, for a .364 winning 1986 and 1989. I-AA coach to win a national title in percentage. Grayson Hoffman/STAFF The 1989 national championship his first season with that team. Head Coach Brian VanGorder lectures Eagle football players at practice. VanGorder takes over a program that has team went 15-0 and is the only team While at GSU, Stowers led the see COACH, page 7 won six national championships and eight SoCon titles.
= wins Eagle football wins and losses by coach and year
Q = losses 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96* 97 98 99 00 01 02 03 04 05
O = ties
Blue background = National Championships
Tan Background = SoCon titles
* = the only year GSU was coached by Frank Ellwood.
s\. y y Illustration by Eric Robinson Erk Russell Tim Stowers Paul Johnson Mike Sewak
TODAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY Campus 2,3 Campus 7,8 High: 88 I Low: 69 High: 88 I Low: 69 High: 87 Low: 68 E High: 88 I Low: 68 Opinion 4 National 9 The GSU museum sponsors a trip to Chance of t-storms Scattered storms Mixed skies Mixed skies Briefs 5 Hiatus .... 10,11,14 Macoit for the annual Ocmulgee Indian Classifieds 6 Sports 12,13 ition. Find out more on page 2.
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CALENDAR ) New professors share their art in Gallery 303 Thursday, September 7 Noon GSU News Service ing faculty," said Professor Patricia Cultural Book Club Discussion: "Sister- FEATURED ARTISTS Carter, chair of the art department. Outsider: Essay and Speeches" b)f Mariana Depetris is a new teacher "Students and community members AudreLorde .„■,,- in Georgia Southerns art depart- can reap information about the many Russell Union Room 2044 . '5 September 20 ment. She and other professors will art disciplines that are taught in the Marc Moulton ■ ■ M share their art with campus at the department of art." 1 p.m. sculpture annual Betty Foy Sanders Depart- Six new faculty members will "Facing Transgender: Inclusion, AdvOr September 27 ment of Art faculty exhibition. present a series of lectures during cacy and Empowerment" jjfffer^flip Travis Linville The art show will be in Gallery 303 the duration of the exhibition. audio conference photography Friday, beginning with an opening The series of artists' lectures will Nursing and Chemistry Uuildiiig reception from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Foy be held at 5 p. m. on Wednesday Room 1002. September 27 Fine Arts Building. The exhibition evenings in Gallery 303. Featured Leigh Thomson will run through October 13. will be: September 20, Marc Moulton 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. graphic design The faculty exhibition presents on sculpture; September 27, Travis International-Student Cl an opportunity to view the cre- Linville on photography and Leigh Russell Union 2084 October 4, ative research of the diverse and Thomson on graphic design; October Mariana Depetris noted contemporary artists on the 4, Mariana Depetris on printmaking; 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. printmaking art faculty. October 11, Jeff Beekman on sculp- Unity Fest '- October 11 Artworks by current faculty and ture and Marsha Lott on painting. Russell Union Rotunda Jeff Beekman faculty emeriti range from traditional All events are free and open to the sculpture painting and sculpture to the tech- public. Gallery 303 is supported by 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. nological media of digital imaging GSU Student Activity Fees. Docent Movie: X-Men October 11 and web design. tours are welcome and available upon Russell Union Theatre Marsha Lott "The community is invited to request by calling 912-871-1712. painting participate in a visual experience as For additional information about Friday, September 8 they observe the diverse media and theBettyFoySanders Department of conceptual content of the recent Art visit http://class.georgiasout.h- Last day to register for Field Day 2006. artworks created by an outstand- ern.edu/art/. This piece by professor Mariana Depetris is a print and encaustic titled Kick. Must pay $20 registration fee. Sign ujj- with the Office of Student Activities.. 'One Race, One People, One Peace' unifies campus 08-31-2006 By Brittany Hall aimed at college students to relate to that the need to respect others is • Daniel Jackson, 22, of Bethel Road, Assistant news editor in their everyday lives."The purpose something that needs to be improved Duluth, Ga., was charged with'' of this evening is not to tell you what on."They presented a message that pedestrian under the influence of Prejudice, racism, homophobia to say, what to think, how to act," said needs to be heard but they are doing alcohol. and terrorism were eye-opening topics Chapmyn. "It is to encourage you to it through theatrics and poetry and • A cell phone was reported lost in the discussed at Tuesday and Wednesday's say, to think and to act." audience participation," said Pender. Biology Building. performance of One Race, One People, Students were surprised at the "The dialogue is now created, and that • A purse was reported lost on a One Peace, presented as a part of Cul- blatant disrespect the actors portrayed is what we were after." bus near the College of Education' tural Diversity Week. during differentscenariosofstereotypi- According to surveys given to pro- Building. After centuries of protests, social cal racial interactions. gram attendees, one reoccurring thing movements and change in legislation "I think [the actors] had to be students learned was about respecting 09-01-2006 to unify Americans, diversity is a feat blunt for the effect," said freshman other's thoughts, beliefs and cultures. • A bicycle was taken from the RAC. that is not yet conquered, GSU is mak- attendee Trey Joiner. "If they weren't Jorge Vidangos and the other actors ing a plan to diversify and unify this so straight forward in the beginning I believed that the program was popular 09-04-2006 campus by bringing in multicultural don't think they would have gotten the ■ among college students, and they really • Several CDs were taken from South- Daniel Flanders/STAFF- specialists. same effect." enj oy traveling to different universities ern Courtyard. Student Charlie Kupar (left) speaks with Jorge Vidangos and student Mia James H. Champyn and his cast The presentation also emphasized to meet the students. Tran speaks with James Chapmyn (right) after the presentation onTuesday. Danny Manaco, Jorge Vidangos and respectful dialogue amongpeoplewith "It has been great coming to GSU," 09-05-2006 The actors madea compelling presentation abouttheimportanceof respect Ronald Jenkins made it clear they differences. said Vidangos. "Everyone has treated • A door at Eagle Village was dam- among races and people with different beliefs. "Just because you goto Taco intend to bridge the gap through Director of the Multicultural Stu- us fabulously and I have really enjoyed aged. Bell doesn't make you diverse," said Vidangos. spoken word and real life scenarios dent Center, Consuela Pender agreed my time here." • A vehicle in the RAC parking lot was damaged.
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www.Iivehealthygeorgia.org a This ad H a public soviet for the Georgia Cancer Coalition and tjUjsr the Georgia Department of Human teioufces, PAGE 3 I CAMPUS NEWS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7,2006 I THE GEORGE-ANNE DAiL/ Students to hang out forty feet above the ground ||MM/ i — " J «tf^^H^^Bi By Christina Hess Beyond hanging out in the trees, McBride said. "Backpacking in the "If you want to go on your own ■ Staff writer Southern Adventures offers many ^^^H WWis i, *V^ wilderness always allows me some trip, come see us to rent out top of opportunities for students to get serious reflection time." the line Mountain Hardware gear I Southern Adventures will be involved in the outdoors. l The cost of all weekend trips is to use. We've got everything from 4m hosting an Open Challenge Course Southern Adventures Director $30 and includes transportation, gear, three-person tents to canoes," said 1 entitled, "You, Me, and the Trees" Kurt Frederick said there are plenty guides and a Nalgene water bottle. Parker. this Friday. of places to go and interesting chal- Southern Adventures Graduate "We're real stoked this year According to SA Graduate As- lenges to meet. Assistant Matt Parker said the next because we're going to be renting sistant Matt McBride, it's a chance "We're commonly known as those trip will be from Sept. 22 to 24 and out mountain and road bikes once ■ 1 to hang out with friends 40 feet off guys that go on cool trips. And for the students can sea kayak to Little Tybee our new center is completed in the the ground on the High Ropes Chal- most part, they're right," he said. "We Island. expansion," he said. lenge Course. dabble in a little of everything from "These trips are designed to pro- The climbing wall is an excellent "You get all harnessed up and backpacking to climbing and from vide unique experiences for students," way to test your rock climbing skills hang from trees," said McBride. "It's sea kayaking to snowshoeing." he said. "They're also geared towards and learn more about the sport, said a great personal challenge and you Southern Adventures just re-, beginners so anyone can participate McBride. ^ may surprise yourself how brave you turned from the first trip of the as long as they have an appreciation "You, Me, and the Trees" will begin really are." semester after backpacking the and interest in the outdoors." at 5 p.m. on Sept. 8. Sign up for the The High Ropes Challenge Course Black Mountain Crest Trail in North In addition to challenge courses Open Challenge Course today or il Don/e/ Flanders/STAFF is located in the wooded area behind Carolina. and adventure trips, Southern Ad- tomorrow at the Campus Recreation Southern Adventures employees Matt Parker and Shawn Kelley swing from the RAC. Some of the elements are a "It's always nice to getaway from ventures also has a rental center and and Intramurals (CRI) Main Office the "Grapevine" element of the High Ropes Challenge Course. 1 zip line and log balance beam. Statesboro and see new places," climbing wall available. at the RAC or call 681-5436. SGA to form student advisory board TWO LOCATIONS By Adam Crisp Council. Those students will serve as officials. The event is scheduled for 7 will be September 9 at 3 p.m. in the Staff writer an advisory board, working closely p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13 in the Russell Russell Union theater. Statesboro Mall Main Street Village with the SGA, the senate and Georj Union auditorium. What's next: SGA members will 764-6924 871-4962 The meeting: The Student Gov- Lewis, dean of students. A student organization field day be attending a retreat this weekend ernment Association held its second The SRC will meet monthly, and will be held at 3 p.m., Saturday, Sept. to plan for the upcoming year. SGA meeting for the fall semester Wednes- anyone can apply. Applications are 23. Registration for organizations hasn't heard any serious comments day evening. The SGA meets weekly, available at the Student Activities is $15. More information can be from senators or concerned stu- where it hears comments from the Center on the first floor of the Rus- obtained from the Student Activity dents. elected senators as well as students, sell Union. Center by calling 486-7270. To make your issues known, at- What happened: The SGA is The SGA heard, presentations Director of ShuttleGus and newly tend a meeting. The SGA is open to branching out. In addition to the about the following projects: "Speak elected COBA senator, Jon Simpson, the public. The association meets at LACOSTE executive board and the senators Your Mind: Southern Style" will give also informed the senate of the 6 p.m. every Wednesday in Room that represent each college, the SGA students a chance to air any gripes in ShuttleGus phone number, 681-3709. 2047A on the second floor of the is forming a Student Representative an open forum with several university Volunteer training for ShuttleGus union. The ou R€R£C needs your help! The Southern Reflector's goal for this year is to create a general intrest magazine that reflects the student voice. We are currently need the following postions to be filled to help fulfill this goal: Section Editors: Job Requirements: special photo This job requires coming up with ideas and • Daily office hours content for the different sections within the • Monthly meeting attendance magazine that appear in every edition. • Email and phone correspondence Museum sponsors trip to • Knowledge in using the program InDesign is a plus, but not necessary. Layout and Design Assistants: Ocmulgee Indian Festival This job requires helping with general lay- If you would like to apply forany of these po- out and design of the magazine. InDesign sitions, please stop by the Southern Reflector or By Ditoria Geddis tour buses that can seat up to 33 will also go into preparation of next skills a plus. George-Anne offices on the the second floor of Staff writer people. All those who want to attend years festival. the Williams Center to fill out an application. remember seating is limited. Denton believes that the celebra- If you have any questions, call Katie Glorieux at (912) 681 -5305, or send an email to reflector© The Georgia Southern Museum The trip is not only open to stu- tion can help people to get in touch Writers is sponsoring a Coastal Plain Adven- dents, but also to teachers and families with their Native American heritage georgiasouthern.edu. tures trip to the Ocmulgee National within the community, so everyone because we as Americans tend to lose Monument for the 15th annual Oc- is welcomed. touch with it, while the Natives had mulgee Indian Celebration on Satur- Wendy Denton, the assistant di- a dynamic experiences. She will be day, Sept. 16, in Macon, Georgia. rector of the museum, said that the attending the festival this year. Accord- celebration has grown to be pretty Last year there were 21,000 visi- If you go ing to the large. They have a large number of tors at this celebration, and they are When? September Ocmulgee dancers, storytellers and musicians. expecting about 25,00 visitors this 16and17 National There is also an encampment set up, year. This celebration is over a two All You Where? Ocmulgee National Monument Monument tepees and animals like horses and day period, but the trip being taken located at 1207 official buffalos. is only for that Saturday, which is Emery Highway in website, it There are a lot of people doing opening day. Macon is a memo- reproductive art, creating arrow According to Davis, this event Can Eat rial to the points and making fire and cooking will allow the visitors to interact with relationship between people and in a primitive form, she said. Native Americans from over 10 dif- natural resources in a small corner The monument also has a museum ferent nations or tribes and to learn $4#99 of North America. and a lodge. This enables people to en- a little about their culture and get rid The monument preserves a con- joy something that is not manmade, of some of the myths brought about tinuous record of human life in the unlike other places. by Hollywood. southeast from the earliest times to During the festival there will be There is a registration process, the present. There is evidence of many crafts and Native American and anyone interested has to call more than 12,000 years of human jewelry to purchase. the museum at 681-5444 and ask to habitation. The Native Americans will also speak to Susan Shryock, the museum's All Day! This year, Arvel Bird (Paiute) and be showing the people there how to secretary. his group will perform at the Capital create a lot of the things there. Shryock will give them a reserva- Mon 354 Wings Theater in Macon on Saturday and According to Lonnie J. Davis tion. Reservations are required to Sunday during celebration. of the Department of Park Rang- attend the trip. Tues 10% off wl Eagle ID ■ Native American dance teams will ers/Cultural Resources at Ocmulgee For members of the museum, perform native dances while dressed National Monument, the crafts that the cost is $35 per person over the Wed Large 1 Topping $6.00 in full regalia. A large tent will be set will be there will range from a few age of 12 and children 12 and under up where different speakers, musi- cents to a few thousand dollars. can participate for a cost of $30 a Thurs 2 Medium 1 Topping $10.00 cians and singers will talk about their People will get a chance to sample person. culture and language, play traditional Native American foods, such as buf- For non-members of the museum, flute music or sing in the Muskogen falo burgers, roasted corn and Indian the cost is $45 per person for those language. tacos. There will also be other more over the age of 12 and children 12 We Now Deliver!! There will also be three equestrian familiar foods, such as hot dogs, and under cost $40 a person. This fee teams this year. hamburgers, french fries and chicken include the cost of your seat on the bus Come check out our Daily Lunch Specials For the first time, the museum will nuggets, she said. and admission to the festival. be providing transportation to the Denton said that she believes the The Georgia Southern Museum 912-764-7499 Ocmulgee Indian Celebration. money that the Ocmulgee National will leave from Statesboro on Sept. The transportation that will be Park makes off this Celebration will 16 at 8 a.m. and will be returning at 812 Hwy 80 East (Next to Lowes) provided is one bus with Greyline go into their education program. It approximately 7p.m. Mon-Sat 11:00am-10pm • Sun 11:00-9pm PAGE 4 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7,2006 I THE GEORGE-ANNE DAILY' THE GEORGE-ANNE DAILY EDITORIAL BOARD RACHEL McDANIEL, EXECUTIVE EDITOR "I have no fear of losing my life — if I have MORGAN MARSH, MANAGING EDITOR FOR NEWS BERT NOBLE, MANAGING EDITOR FOR OPERATIONS to save a koala oracrocodileor a kangaroo CASEY ALTMAN, NEWS EDITOR or a snake, mate, I will save it." Jenny Miller, Assistant news editor Nick Abney, Hiatus editor - Steve Irwin, the crocodile hunter Brittany Hall, Assistant news editor Jeff Martin, Assistant Hiatus editor Brandon Smith, Deputy managing editor Grayson Hoffman, Photo editor Eric Robinson, Sports editor Anthony Fierstos, Copy editor Will Adams, Sports editor Alicia Harrison, Assistant copy editor OUR VIEW Impacts of university can be negative as well AT ISSUE: Students should work to neutralize their affects on the community by recycling and taking care of pets While Georgia Southern continues to contribute All this development comes with a price. In the last each month. regularly add to the problem by having more litters to the economic development of Statesboro and the five years alone, countless old growth Wooded areas Students are some of the largest consumers in of kittens and puppies that are too wild to get near. surrounding areas, the university has negative impacts have been bulldozed, built upon and paved over. These the community, and are also some of the largest More students should volunteer to help at the shelter to on the community too. Growing urban sprawl around expansions do not exist in a vacuum, our actions have waste producers. Trash cans are always full of plastic, combat the problems with wild and undernourished campus has harmed our natural environment and has a direct impact on our environment. aluminum cans and paper, items that can be easily animals around campus. created dangerous traffic situations with a growing Paving, for example, is particularly destructive. recycled. Some cities create a system to pick.up items A large number of students drive under the in- number of DUIs. Parking lots and car dealerships, while they symbolize that are recyclable by providing bins to anyone who fluence of alcohol, and create dangerous situations College students who abandon animals have economic success, produce huge amounts of run-off. participates. While it may be an expensive program on roads around campus. Students and community contributed to packs of feral cats living in several Chemicals dripping from car engines runs into com- to start, the recycled items will eventually make members often suffer from accidents that are alcohol subdivision dumpsters. Drive through any college mon water sources. Mercury pollution, the majority money for the city. related, and sometimes lose their lives. GSU lead- subdivision and it becomes apparent that students of which is caused by run-off, is a huge problem in There is only one animal shelter in Statesboro, ers have created ShuttleGus, a free taxi service for can generate an enormous amount of trash. Georgia. There is so much mercury in our streams with far too few helpers to handle the growing feral students to encourage alcohol safety. GSU has done The development and growth of our university has that Riverkeeper organizations suggest no more than animal situations on and around campus. Groups of a lot to help the surrounding counties, but there is lead to an increase in the size of the town as a whole. one meal from some of Georgia's streams and rivers cats and dogs wander through neighborhoods and much more to be done. Eric Swanson Miguel Fuller HERE AND TH! XSEElf 1 GUEST COLUMNIST Grow up, it's a CONE WERE ANS, Campus should different world 3DBS> share "The Buzz Hello, halo, hola, ciao; all of these are greetings you The campus station, 91.9 The Buzz, is the student-run may hear from a few of the over 300 languages spoken in radio station for Georgia Southern. I serve as the station's the United States. Diversity is definitely a major factor in program director and I'm always looking for another way the United States' economy, especially with the amount of to promote the station and get students and community international business we do as a whole each fiscal year. members to listen. That's my job. It also brings a taste of so many different cultures to our During the SOAR sessions this summer, the 91.9 The great country, which was founded on each individual's Buzz promotions department worked hard promoting the. freedom as a human being. station at each SOAR session. While working in the union, Although the country in the year 2000 was composed some of the staff noticed the music playing was not The of only 69.1% white citizens, many Buzz. Odd, but we didn't question it.,, people of this country continue to all that much. bring race issues to the table whenever The first few weeks of school, when I < ■: they get a chance. The truth is that shelled out tons of money for my books • there is no race card to be played. this semester, I noticed that The Buzz"' There is no difference between saying, was not playing in the University Store. "I love you" and "Te amo." Odd, but fwas too busy worrying about If people would quit looking at how I was going to pay for my books to people who are different shapes, sizes, really ask why The Buzz was not being ^ Eric Swanson colors and nationalities, then maybe Letters to the editor Miguel Fuller is a played in the University Store. ^ is a junior his- we wouldn't think that we needed af- senior broadcast- To my understanding, and I couldsG ing major from tory major from be wrong, but both the Union and Atlanta, Ga. firmative action, we would all strive to Atlanta,Ga. He is Heisa columnist become the better man, or woman. If Columnist was off-base about Democrats program director University Store have contracts with for The George- most of the people who would really of the campus outside music companies that supply' Anne Daily. radio station, 91.9 love to believe that their "race" is better For a solid two months coming up, verge of hypocrisy. the United States gave Saddam those The Buzz. the music they play. That's great, but-"' than any other, they should prove it by you will see Republican and Demo- If Republicans are tired of Demo- very chemical weapons so long ago there is a cheaper and probably more '' stepping back in a confrontation and they should take a crat rhetoric pleading for you to vote crats complaining that we have no that you forgot about that fact? appealing alternative to the music these loo^k at what every human being is made of. for them. I know a good many of you alternatives, I am sick and tired of " How is 'staying the course' a places play: 91.9 The Buzz. lEveryone should be laughing at the fact that people will vote for your respected candidate Republicans blaming everyone else valid logical plan anyway? Bush says, The other day when I was on one of the buses, the driver r are still using slanderous names and racial stereotypes, based on family voting history, which for their incompetence in leading "Democrats want to leave before had a Savannah radio station blasting through the speak-.,^ because as the most technologically advanced culture in is understandable considering par- this country. They control all three the job is done." But when did the ers. That would be great* but there is a station on campus.-; all-of humankind, we still believe that there is a differ- ents are one of the largest influences branches of government, yet when job become preventing civil war? I that plays a very good selection of music. Of course me ence. Drop the ego hot-shots, because when you look on young people. something goes wrong, it's always thought the job was tackling a dictator saying that looks very biased, but even if I didn't work at anyone else in the planet and believe you are better, The rest of you think on your own, someone else's fault. It's the gays' that posed an enormous threat, but here, I would listen. you lose the advantage of conversation and the chance casting your ballot based on real, fault, it's the immigrants' fault, it's then it was to liberate the oppressed The Buzz is paid for by you, a student at Georgia South- ^. to learn something about your fellow man by cutting logical issues. For the latter of you, I the liberals' fault, it's Hollywood at people of Iraq. Give me a break. All ern. Your money could be better spent by simply turning, yourself off from the outside world. think there are more of you than ever its best etc. etc. 'staying the course' means to Bush is the radio dial to 91.9 in the Union and other places aroundo-, If you believe that a man or woman is less intelligent this election cycle, so it's hard for me The columnist was right that Pres. prevent defeat and then dump the campus that plays music. because of his or her language or color, then you will to fathom the Republicans keeping Bush did not gather the intelligence problem off onto someone else in The buses would be a perfect opportunity for the stu- be shocked to find most people in other countries learn control of both houses of Congress regarding Iraq, and yes he did indeed two years. dents who spend countless amounts of hours working at -' English as a child so that they can communicate with come November 8. make a tough decision based on intel- No one blames Bush for causing the station to have their work showcased for all of Georgia;' one of the largest markets in the world. Unless you have had your head ligence given to him by the CIA. It is Katrina; we blame him for the com- Southern to hear. With around 35% of the population speaking two in the sand for the past six years, you also true that Congress saw the same plete disregard for Federal Govern- The students that work at The Buzz are not just up here " languages fluently, is it safe to say that most citizens, may notice American leadership on intelligence that the President saw. ment by appointing a novice to one because they love music, they work here because they want having already learned English, don't seek the acquisi- both sides have been less than par. But the only people that were taking of the most important positions in the experience of working at a real radio station. How can tion of another language because they don't have to? But to say that Democrats don't have sketchy intelligence and asserting it as the US Government. You're doing a the university properly serve the students when they dorft If that's true, then wouldn't the people learning two a clue, (as did last weeks columnist in fact were the Bush administration. I heckuva job Bushie, keep it up and place support into the entity that is here to train future - i languages in foreign countries, as well as ours, have an the article, "Democrats will not take give him credit for citing the chemical we wont have to campaign these next broadcasters? ""■"• advantage in their market as well as ours? Of course, elections") considering contempo- weapons found in Iraq, but was the two months. Whenever the decision was made to carry a different and not because they are a different "race," but because rary Republican leadership, is on the 1980s Iraqi war with Iran in which From GSU student Riley P. Wells music service it was as if there was a vote of no confidence they got up off their ass and pledged to become a better in the station. To a group of students who spend more ' human being by breaking through language barriers in time at the station working then they do at home relaxing,' ' an international market. it would be nice to step on one of the buses and hear that Why does the United States seem to be falling off of A final fareware to the worlds Crocodile Hunter hard work being enjoyed by all. a cliff in education compared to other super powers in He was not a movie star or rock are an essential part of their habitats away. Irwin's boyish enthusiasm for We really have a variety of programming at The Buzz. the world, because we, as United States citizens, are an star. His shows, known for their en- and an essential element of a sound wildlife, through his favorite expres- We have a live, local morning show, "The Morning Buzz'- 3 inferior "race"? No, it's because "race" is not an issue counters with scary creatures, were a education in ecology. sion "Crikey," was inescapable. with Spanish Michael, Jamie Lynn, Toni and Bryan every. ■ when you want to be a better person and better yourself. strictly cable phenomenon. But Steve Though it's impossible to measure Much of the commentary of his weekday morning from 7 a.m. until 10 a.m. Everyday at 5* • So why are we still stuck on issues that plagued our less Irwin, an Australian naturalist who how many people he convinced, his passing centers on how he died, from p.m. we have the 91.9 to 1 countdown, it's the nine hottest ■ intelligent minds so many years ago? died Monday at 44, will be missed by message was at least being heard by a stingray attack along the Great Bar- songs in Statesboro. On Sundays we have a sports show,- I have a theory, we're too arrogant to drop the issues, an audience young and old. millions. That alone is a major ac- rier Reef. Stingray attacks are rare, Buzz Blitz, and a news show, Buzz News Now. Throughout and we're too mindless through the words of extreme His. enthusiasm for some of the complishment. and rarely fatal. the day, the news department has updates on local and na- political voices to look our fellow man and woman in most underappreciated animals Critics balked at his circus-like Ultimately, the manner of Irwin's tional news. Our programming is first rate and we deserve the eyes and see the exact same person that we would st ruck a chord with p eople worldwide antics. On his shows, which aired in death is less significant than the ac- to be all over campus. . see in the mirror. who were enthralled by his fearless- the USA on the Discovery Channel complishments of his life. Irwin was The George-Anne is placed all over campus. Students ; As some of you tailgate for the game this weekend, ness and taste for adventure. and its offshoots, he often stared a showman and a self-promoter. But have ample opportunity to pick up copies of The George- anld walk through campus next week, remember that He used this to promote conserva- down crocs and picked up venom- more than anyone else, he popular- Anne as they enter just about any building on campus.. - everyone is on the same river of life, and just enjoy what tionist causes, relentlessly pushing the ous snakes. ized and mass-marketed the cause of Shouldn't the school radio station have that same op-''' diversity can do for your mind and your future. view that deadly snakes and ravenous But if death-defying stunts were wildlife preservation. Now that was a portunity? crocodiles should be admired, rather what got people into his shows, they truly amazing stunt. Write [email protected] than despised. 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Facsimile: 912.486.7113 PAGE 5 I NEWS BRIEFS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7,2006 I THE GEORGE-ANNE DAILY News briefs by MCT Campus NATIONAL POLITICS SCIENCE Bush, Democrats spar over national security No stem-cell triumph The sprint to Novembers elec- The California biotech company ones who misunderstood. Nature, the tions began in earnest Tuesday with that grabbed headlines last week prestigious international journal that President Bush and congressional for sparing human embryos while published the paper, initially issued Democrats each trying to seize the creating precious stem cells in fact a news release that declared Lanzas national security issue by offering destroyed all 16 embryos used in the team had made embryonic stem-cell sharply contrasting assessments of experiments. colonies "while leaving the embryo progress in the war on terror. Advanced Cell Technology Vice intact." The journal has since issued The president delivered the sec- President Robert Lanza, senior two "clarifications" and published ond in a series of speeches designed author of the research, was widely online the supplemental data show- to shore up flagging public support quoted as saying he hoped the new ing the embryos were destroyed. for the war in Iraq and to highlight embryo-sparing approach to making "We feel it necessary to explain what he called government success in stem cells would overcome ethical that ... the embryos that were used combating terrorism since the Sept. objections and expand federal fund- for these experiments did not remain 11,2001, attacks. ing for the research. intact," Ruth Francis, Natures senior As Bush addressed military of- Supplemental data submitted with press officer, e-mailed the media. ficers at a Washington hotel, Capitol the paper revealed that Lanza's team Asked why Nature editors did not Hill Democrats countered by releas- did not fully use the approach — it make that clear in the paper, Francis ing a report detailing bleak trends just extrapolated from less ambitious e-mailed The Philadelphia Inquirer: in Iraq, Afghanistan, Iran and North experiments. "We are looking into the possibility of Korea and calling for a sharp change But the lay media weren't the only further clarification of this paper." in tactics. Tuesday's showdown reflects a determination by the White House Chuck Kennedy/MCT TECHNOLOGY and the Republican Party to frame Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.), right, listens as former presidential candidate Wesley Clark speaks at a news conference where Senate and House Democrats released a new report/The Neo Con,"detailing Bush Republicans'"failure to secure America congressional elections November's and successfully fight the war on terror" in the five years since the attacks of September 11. as a choice over national security, a Push for smarter robots theme that worked for them in the familiar themes: He insisted that Way, a nonprofit advocacy group security will likely rage until Election last two elections. The Democrats' America is winning the war on ter- aligned with moderate Democrats, Day — and beyond. Like the four horsemen of the Their sponsors hope they can response shows their determination ror, that Iraq has become the central which paints Bush's war on terror as Senate Republican Whip Mitch apocalypse, war, terrorism, crime and get over the serious problems and to blunt that tactic by turning the U.S. front in that war and that the United a failure. McConnell of Kentucky said that disaster are driving the development weaknesses that have limited their record in Iraq, Afghanistan and the States military will stay there until Rep. John Murtha, D-Pa., a vet- Republicans are only playing to their and deployment of fresh armies of usefulness in the past. war on terror against Republicans, the job is done. eran who backs withdrawing U.S. strength. robots. In Afghanistan, for example, who've controlled all branches of Defense Secretary Donald H. troops from Iraq, said that if Bush is "Thebestwayto measure progress Equipped with "eyes," "ears" and Taliban fighters have developed government since 2001. Rumsfeld compared critics of the war determined to stay, he may need to in the war on terror is, have we been "noses," improved mobility and ways to foil robots that were trying At stake is control of Congress, and in Iraq to Nazi appeasers. reinstitute a draft. "We cannot sustain , attacked again here at home?" he said. manual dexterity plus rudimen- to search caves by using ladders and by extension, the degree to which it Democrats countered Bush's the current course," Murtha said in a "We haven't. It's not an accident. It's tary "intelligence," many newfangled flipping them onto their sides. Last might support or oppose Bush in the speech with a flurry of national-se- statement. not a quirk of fate. It's been because machines are being tested for use week, however, robot makers showed final two years of his presidency. curity events and statements. Their The political battle over which we've been on offense, going after these in military situations and civilian off a robot that could climb a steeply Bush's speech Tuesday repeated leaders unveiled a report by Third party is more trustworthy on national people in Afghanistan and in Iraq." catastrophes. slanted roof without falling off. NEWS OF THE WEIRD FROM UNIVERSAL PRESS SYNDICATE CLEC Freeente Compelling explanations • University of Central Florida student Matthew Damsky was arrested The Spencoere Theatre of Illusion in July and charged with starting a fire in his dormitory, just so that, he said, he could meet women during the evacuation. GSU Ferforming Arts Center • During the Santa Ana, Calif, murder-conspiracy trial of Aryan Broth- September 21, 2006, 7 p.m. erhood prison leaders in July, the lawyer for defendant Barry "The Baron" Mills (who was convicted along with colleague Tyler "The Hulk"Bingham) made the point that the Aryan Brotherhood is more of a social club than a criminal gang and mostly enjoys just "playing cards, reading and cro- cheting," according to a New York Times report. The Litigious Society • Los Angeles psychologist Michael Cohn filed a lawsuit in May against the Los Angeles Angels baseball team because he didn't get a red nylon bag that the team was giving to women for "Family Sunday" on Mothers' Day last year. • "Carlos the Jackal," who is perhaps the world's most notorious terror- ist and who is serving life in prison in France, filed a lawsuit earlier this year against the head of French intelligence for illegally capturing him while he was sedated in a liposuction clinic in Khartoum, Sudan, in 1994. • Garrett Sapp filed a lawsuit in July seeking compensation for injuries from a 2004 auto accident in West Des Moines, Iowa, in which Chris- topher Garton's car, turning, hit Sapp's because Garton's attention was diverted by (according to a police report) the oral sex he was receiving from his wife. Bill of Rights • Phillip Distasio, 34, told a judge in Cleveland in August (in prepara- tion for his September trial on 74 charges) that he's been a pedophile for 20 years, that what he does can be therapeutic for the child and that it's part of his Arcadian Fields Ministries religion, of which he is a friar. •Three men in the Netherlands announced in May that they have formed the Charity, Freedom and Diversity party and will field candidates for office, advocating freedom to be naked in public and a reduction in the age of consent for sex to 12. The new party, said one, will give them "a voice." Ironies Call the PAC L3ox Office for tickets - -912-4c36-7916 Ticket prices: • Amarillo, Texas, officials, welcomed home eighth-place national spell- ing bee finisher Caitlin Campbell in June with a billboard, but misspelled GSU Students: $5.00 • Faculty and Staff: $&.00 her name as "Cambell." 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At 1 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 7, the interactive audio conference "Facing Transgender: Inclusion, Advocacy and Empowerment" will be held in the Nursing and Chemistry Building, Room 1002. This audio conference will increase awareness of the transgender variant populations, Chuck Kennedy/MCT proactively identify campus actions steps, and learn to be an adyocate for transgender needs. To reserve a seat, contact the Multicultural Student Center at ext. 5409. President George Bush walks into the East Room to deliver a speech on the Global War on Terror in Washington, DC yesterday. The fourth annual Unity Fest will be held Thursday, Sept. 7, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Russell Union Rotunda. The event will include free food, entertainment, music, giveaways and showcases from student organizations in celebration of diversity as a campus and as a community. The Unity Fest will Bush announces plan to bring be rescheduled in the event of rain. Friday, September 8th An International Conversation Hour will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Russell Union Room top terror suspects to trial 2080. Free refreshments will be provided as international issues are discussed. For more information, contact the Multicultural Student Center at ext. 5409. By Ron Hutcheson and Margaret Talev the administrations successes in the ting it to resume. Eagles After Dark will take place on Friday, September 8th from 8pm-12am in the Russell Union McClatchy Newspapers war on terrorism two months before "This is intelligence that cannot Novembers congressional elections, be found any other place," Bush said. Ballroom. Enjoy Free inflatable sporting games - Speed Pitch, Boxy Bounce, Basketball shooting, and Bungee Race. Also, free video game play, board games, cards, prizes, and FREE FOOD! in which Republicans are emphasiz- "And our security depends on getting Don't go out and spend your money? Enjoy these free activities in a non-alcohol setting. Don't WASHINGTON - In a dramatic ing their tough approach to national this kind of information." But some spend your night at the bars or a party when you can come have fun with us! Check us out at www. announcement, President Bush ac- security. lawmakers chafed at what they viewed eagleentertainmentonline.com or the facebook under events! knowledged Wednesday that he'd In addition to the potentialpolitical as an effort to force them into line authorized a secret CIA detention benefits, Bush had other reasons to behind Bush's approach. program and announced plans to make the program public. A Supreme "Congress is being told, either take Monday, September 11th bring to trial 14 top terrorist suspects, Court ruling in June struck down the this program or you're coddling terror- The Office of Student Leadership will sponsor Okladifj Wokliez? The Importance of Clear including some of the alleged architects administrations plan to bring terror- ists," Rep. Jane Harman, D-Calif, told Communication! It will take place from 5:30pm to 6:30pm in the Russell Union, Room 2075. of the Sept. 11 attacks. ist suspects before military tribunals CNN. Harman is the ranking Demo- Contact Theresa Kresl at 486-7735 with any questions. The workshop will cover many aspects Bush used the announcement, and called into question the legality crat on the House of Representatives of communication, including its definition, its importance, and some tips for more effective delivered five days before the fifth of secret CIA detentions. Intelligence Committee. communication as a leader. Be prepared for interactive activities and good discussion. anniversary of the 2001 attacks, to The court said Bush needed challenge Congress to authorize him congressional approval to establish Below isalistofthe 14peoplefor- Recycled Percussion to perform merly in CIA custody now at the to wage the war on terrorism on his the military tribunals and ruled that The band that brought the terms "power-percussion" and "junk rock" into mainstream music will U.S. prison camp for suspected terms. At stake is defining how the rule terrorist suspects are entitled to basic bring its unique sound to the Performing Arts Center on Monday, Sept. 11, at 7:30 p.m. terrorists at Guantanamo Bay, Recycled Percussion uses just about any recycled product-from plastic buckets to jackhammers-to of law governs the executive branch as protections undertheGenevaConven- Cuba. Five of the 14are believed it deals with captives who it suspects tions governing treatment of wartime create music. They also have a traditional drum kit and a DJ to create a mix of music. to have been involved in the Sept. Their Web site states, "the combination of power-percussion and hip-hop melodies drives the are terrorists. captives. 11,2001 attacks. Speaking to a White House audi- Bush insisted that the CIA hasn't momentum of what is called the most ballistic live music show of the decade." The group has appeared on NBC's "Today Show" and has performed during NBA playoff games. ence that included relatives of Sept. 11 engaged in torture, but he said that 1. All Abd al Aziz All (Born and The Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities (APCA) named Recycled Percussion the victims, Bush demanded that lawmak- the Geneva Conventions' prohibition raised in Kuwait; age 29) Performer of the Year 2006. ers revive his plan for military tribunals against "humiliating and degrading 2. Ahmed Khalfan Ghailani Tickets for students are free with a Georgia Southern ID, and are only available beginning one hour without key legal safeguards for those treatment" could potentially cause (Tanzanian; about 32) prior to the show. Tickets for Georgia Southern faculty and staff members with ID are $5 and tickets on trial, legalize the CIAs detention legal problems for CIA interrogators. 3. Riduan bin Isomuddin (Indonesian; age'42) are $10 for the general public. Tickets for these groups are on sale now. program and shield U.S. officials from Bush suggested that the CIA should 4. Mustafa Ahmad al Hawsawi The performance is sponsored by the Office of Student Activities. For more information, call ext. 7270. prosecution for possible war crimes. have more latitude, while avoiding the (Saudi) To purchase tickets, call ext. 7999 or toll free (866) PAC-ARTS. Leading lawmakers in both par- use of torture. 5. Mohammed Nazir Bin Lep ties said they would insist that the He also strongly defended the use (Malaysian) detainee trials offer legal rights that of "tough"' interrogation methods in 6. Majid Khan (Pakistani) Ongoing Opportunities: Bush opposes, but the presidents an- describing the case of Abu Zubaydah, 7. Abd al Rahim al Nashiri Volunteers are wanted to help serve and clean up at the International Conversation Hours put on by nouncement appeared to be intended a suspected al-Qaida operative who (Saudi; age 41) International Programs. Volunteers can meet at the Office of Volunteer Services, RU2022 at 11:15 on to give him more leverage in his ne- was nursed back to health by the CIA 8. Abu Faraj al-Libi (Libyan) any Friday. gotiations with Congress over how to after he was wounded in a firefight. He 9. Abu Zubaydah (Palestinian) try suspected terrorists. said Zubaydah, who's believed to be a 10. Ramzi Birtalshibh (Yemeni; The Office of Student Leadership will be sponsoring a fall Leadership Conference on Saturday, After refusing for months to trusted associate of Osama bin Laden, about 34) September 23rd at 9:00am to develop leadership skills while networking with other students. GSU confirm media reports of secret CIA resisted questioning until the CIA 11. Mohd Farik bin Amin students pay $10 which includes breakfast, lunch, and a free gift! Sign up today! Visit us at http:// (Malaysian) prisons, which some Republicans "usedan alternative set ofprocedures," students.georgiasouthern.edu/leadership or you can call 871-1435. 12. Waleed bin Attash (Yemeni; likened to treason, Bush pulled the which Bush declined to specify. age 27) lid off a CIA program intended to The president challenged Congress September 12th: 13. Khalid Sheikh Mohammed CRI Fitness will sponsor the Group Fit Kickoff from 6:30pm-8:00pm. Sample all of this years Group extract information from "high-value" to act swiftly on legislation that would (Baluchi) Fitness Classes! Visit our website for more information at http://services.georgiasouthern.edu/cri/fit/ terrorist suspects. His narrative of clear the way for his version of military 14. Gouled Hassan Dourad classes.html the CIAs interrogation efforts gave trials and lift the legal cloud over the (Somali; age 32) him a chance to highlight some of CIA's interrogation program, permit- Source: U.S. Department of Defense. GRE review sessions to be held The Office of Testing Services and the Ronald McNaii Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program are offering GRE Math and GRE Verbal review workshops. GRE Math review sessions will be held on the following Tuesdays: Sept. 12,19,26 and Oct. 3, from 5 creating over 9,500 jobs in the area. it did not include the economic im- p.m. to 7 p.m. Lisa Yocco, assistant professor of mathematics, will lead the sessions. The registration fee Directly, the university was re- pact that visitor's to the GSU campus is $80 plus materials. Impact sponsible for 6,956 jobs; 1,758 of those contribute. •*■ from page 1 GRE Verbal review sessions will be held on the following Thursdays: Sept. 14,21,28 and Oct. 5, from 8 being full time employees of GSU. This can include people who p.m. to 10 p.m. Mary Marwitz, assistant professor in writing and linguistics, will lead the sessions. The "GSU is the biggest employer in attend conferences, athletic events registration fee is $80 plus materials. expansion and renovation and addi- the region... the university is essential and meetings. Participants registering for both sessions may do so at the special rate of $100. As seating is limited, tion to the Henderson library. to the economic well being of the It also does not measure the long- register today at the Academic Success Center between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Checks and money orders are Also, of the millions of dollars county... it's a win for everybody," term advantages of university has on the only form of payment accepted in the office. The registration deadline is Friday, ■Sept. 8. GSU contributed to the economy, the said Grube. the region, including quality of life For more information, visit the Office of Testing Services website at http.V/academics.georgiasouthern. university also was responsible for Although the study was extensive, and economic development. edu/testing or call ext. 5415. Download Homecoming 2006 King and Queen candidate forms at: in 1999 and 2000. Each year as head coach and of- www.georgiasouthernhomecoming.com Johnson won four consecutive fensive coordinator, Sewak's offenses Coach Coach of the Year awards from 1997 to were at or near the top in total yards, Important Dates and Deadlines from page 1 2000. Johnson's teams won the SoCon rushing yards and scoring. every year he was the head coach of He won SoCon titles in 2002 and September 18 Deadline for M.Ed, students to register to take the November 30 Last day of classes Comprehensive Exams during Fall Semester 2006 December 1 Deadline for Spring Semester 2007 Undergraduate Paul Johnson 1997-2001 the Eagles. 2004. His Eagles appeared in the September 29 Mid-term grades for Freshmen due Admission Application Currently, Johnson is the head playoffs every year but 2003. October 1 Final deadline for international graduate students to apply December 1 Reading Day The next coach in line after the coach of the Naval Academy football Sewak was on the GSU staff for the for Spring 2007 admission December 4-7 Final exams team. He has brought that team back 1985 and 1986 national champion- October 1 Priority deadline for domestic graduate students to apply December 7 Deadline to submit final verified (approved) electronic interim year was former GSU offensive for Spring 2007 admission theses or dissertation to College of Graduate Studies coordinator Paul Johnson. to prominence as well, leading the ships, serving as the runningbacks and October 9 Last day to withdraw without academic penalty December 7 Final date for graduate and undergraduate students to Johnson would win national num- Midshipmen to The Poinsettia Bowl defensive backs coach, respectively. October 13-14 FamilyWeekend apply for Spring 2007 graduation ber championships number five and last season. Coach Sewak started programs for October 20-21 Homecoming - Classes canceled beginning at 2:00 p.m. on December 8 Residence halls close at 12:00 noon Friday, October 20 six during his years at GSU. Johnson played his college ball the fans such as Eagle for a Day, Ladies December 8 Commencement October 23 Registration for Spring 2007 begins (Students should view December 9 Residence halls close at 12:00 noon for students Johnson took the GSU job after at Western Carolina University. Locker Room and the Eagle Football WINGS for individual date and time) participating in commencement activities (permission being at Hawaii and Navy for every He ended his career at GSU with a Letterman's group. October 26 Academic Standards Committee meeting, 2:00 p.m. required) Christmas break for students begins season after GSU's first two national record of 62-10, for a .861 winning Sewak coached at Hawaii from November 8 Final date to hold terminal or comprehensive examination, December 9 theses and dissertation defenses December 12 Employee Tuition Assistance Program registration for Spring championships. He was the offensive percentage. His record is the best in. 1897-1994. He and Johnson were on November 15 Final deadline for domestic graduate students to apply for 2007, via the web beginning at 3:30 p.m. coordinator for the Eagles in 1985 school history. the staff together. He also coached at Spring 2007 admission December 25-29 Christmas Holidays - Administrative offices closed Georgia Tech as a graduate assitant November 15 Deadline to submit electronic theses and dissertations to January 1 New Year's Day Holiday-Administrative offices closed-No and 1986. College of Graduate Studies for final format review classes After taking the job at GSU, John- Mike Sewak 2002-2005 and at Ohio University. November 22-24 Thanksgiving holidays for students - Administrative offices January 3 Academic Standards Committee meeting, 2:00 p.m. son immediately brought the team Sewak finished his term at GSU closed November 23-24 - Residence halls open back to prominence. Sewak took the head coaching with a record of 35-15 or a .700 win- The Eagles won the SoCon in his job in 2002 after Coach Johnson left ning percentage. first year, lost in the national champi- for Navy. Brought To The Eagle Nation Each Week By The Division onship game his second year in 1998 He had served as Johnson's offen- GSU News Service contributed and then won two consecutive titles sive coordinator from 1997-2001. to this report. of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management PAGE 8 I CAMPUS NEWS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7,2006 I THE GEORGE-ANNE DAILY 'Recycled Percussion to rock the PAC By Angela S.Byrd the most dynamic touring shows in shared his excitement about the Mo Rocca describes the band as Staff writer the United States, this New Hamp- upcoming power concert. "amazing." shire band single-handedly brought "After seeing the band at an en- In addition to touring across We've all heard the saying, "one the terms "Power Percussion" and tertainment conference, we [Eagle the nation, Recycled Percussion man's trash is another man's treasure," "Junk Rock" into the limelight of Entertainment] decided that they has performed at a variety of New but how often do we see this phrase mainstream music. would be a perfect addition to the England Patriots' half-time shows, put to use? With hard-rock drumming campus scene," said Martinez. opened for L.L. Cool J. Eagle Entertainment is bringing patterns from the world's "fastest "I am overly excited to know that The band has also performed a mix of rockin' beats, funk groove extreme drummer" Justin Spencer, Recycled Percussion will be here with mainstream rock acts such as and sheer exhilaration to the Georgia intertwined with intoxicating hip within the coming week," he said. 311 andGodsmack. Southern campus. hop grooves, a Recycled Percussion After creating a 'fan buzz' over Admission for the event will be The high-energy, power-house performance creates music that is the years, the band has also received $10 for the general public, $5 for band, Recycled Percussion, will not only technical but sophisticated numerous accolades celebrating Georgia Southern University faculty be coming to the Performing Arts in nature and its construction, by their talent and fusion of various and staff and free for students with Center on Monday, September 11 mesmerizing audiences and leaving musical genres. GSU ID. at 7:30 p.m. them wanting more. Matt Lauer of NBC's "Today Tickets can be purchased on the Special Photo Rising from an underground live Eagle Entertainment E-Cinema Show" has called the band an "in- day of the show at the Performing Recycled Percussion will be performing at the PAC on September 11. show sensation to becoming one of Team Leader Jonathan Martinez credible talent," while TV personality Arts Center. Pilobolus dance will freak you out By Jennifer Levin the list of this years performances. Prices for the community are Staff writer Popular in Europe and Asia, Pilo- $34.24 while staff, faculty and students bolus Dance, created in a Dartmouth at GSU can buy tickets for $30.82. Pilobolus Dance is coming to the College dance class in 1971, combines If there are remaining seats 10 Neesmith-Lane building at 7:30 p.m. modern dance with gymnastics, mak- minutes before performance starts, on Saturday, September 9th. ing itself non-traditional by placing they can be purchased by students This hard to pronounce name is, by an emphasis on the weight-sharing for $10.70. Prices listed already definition, what the dance company techniques their performers are include tax. The PAC can be found on the represents in its modern and inven- skilled in. Special Photo tive dance. "It's inevitable, but not predicable," Georgia Southern campus at the Pilobolus is a sun loving fungus said the Director of the Performing Pilobolus dance theatre will be at corner of Chandler Road and Plant the PAC, Saturday. that grows on stalks, rocketing off Arts Center, Albert Pertalion, talking Drive. The box office is open every when the time is ripe and using in- about the company's fascinating danc- students and teachers had not heard Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. credible forces to reach speeds of 45 ing style. "You can see where they are of Pilobolus Dance before, or knew to 5 p.m. for ticket purchase and ad- m.p.h, the second fastest in nature. going, and you think that they can't very little about them, the reactions ditional information. It will be the first time that they do it.. .but then they do." were of surprise and interest. For anybody who wishes to look have visited Statesboro, though they Mr. Pertalion has seen them per- "It sounds like a great substitute for at the Pilobolus Dance website, go to have performed in Chicago, New York form before in New York and was very all the people who aren't interested in http://ceps.georgiasouthern.edu/pac, and Los Angeles; adding countries impressed, enough so that he booked football," said Jeremy Brooks, a sixth or to call in and buy tickets, call the such as Chile, Germany and France to them to perform at GSU. While some year student at GSU. "I'd go." PAC at 486-7999. Brian Prusa/STAFF Rugby players practice a line-out play where one player, Lawrence Greene, is held in the airto catch the inbounds pass, last year.The GSU men's rugby team was banned from campus this summer due to infrations reguarding THE POWER TO alcohol consumption on campus at the RAC. Rugby team banned TEXT FREELY from campus practice By Wesley Huff master Staff writer were considered to reflect poorly on not only the team, but "also that of On August 14, the Georgia South- the GRU, the South, USA Rugby and WITH SPRINT. ern Men's Rugby Club assembled on the rugby club." one of the RAC fields to practice and Given the aforementioned inci- prepare for what would hopefully be dent, GRU took it upon themselves New yet another winning season. to "curb the further downward spiral ultra-thin Last season, the team performed of poor behavior by the GSU men's Katana" by Sanyo* well enough to compete at the at the rugby club." 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PAGE 9 1 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7,2006 I THE GEORGE-ANNE DAILY Steve Irwins death prompts tributes, tears By Richard Huff that we are fortunate to share it with... when he held his month-old son in one MCT News Service Crikey," she said, borrowing the star's arm while feeding crocodiles inside a famed phrase, "we willrall miss him." pen, causing an outcry. He argued there Followers of Steve Irwins wacky Irwin started in TV in 1992, but was no danger to his son and authorities animal antics and environmental mes- it wasn't until 1996 when Discovery did not pursue the matter. sages from around the world flooded Channel's Animal Planet launched his Irwins show thrived on Animal the Animal Planet Web site Monday. series "The Crocodile Hunter" that he Planet and resulted in the launch pi "Tears just keep falling," Cathy became a worldwide phenomenon. toys, games, books and various other Faist said on the "Crocodile Hunter" His thick Australian accent, his "Crocodile Hunter'-related produtfs* forum. in-your-face approach to dealing with He was a frequent guest on late-night; In a freak accident, Irwin was killed animals and his quirky catch phrases talk shows. Monday by a stingray while snorkeling made him a hero to kids and their To viewers, he was a guy who wojikt on Australia's Great Barrier Reef. parents. put his face inches away from danger-- "I was shocked and heartsick to Beyond crikey, "Isn't she a beauty!" ous critters. I * * hear of his passing," wrote fan Sandy — referring to crocodiles — soon "I'm not talking to a camera, 1'tn Hack. "I love everything he represents, became part of the lexicon and even talking to you," Irwin told the New York his wonderful family, his unbounded inspired college drinking games. Daily News in 1998. "I want people to exuberance for life and the creatures His image suffered a bit in 2004 feel the power of the rattlesnake." LOOKING FOR A FUN ■CSS3 IfeSOTSft MCT News Service Never afraid of any animal, Steve "The Crocodile Hunter" Irwin handled animals ranging from alligators to snakes on his show. Irwin died this past Monday after being stabbed in the heart by a venomous barb of a stingray. NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS Irwins death video will not be shown FOR HOOTERS GIRLS! By Bill Hutchinson "The key point is once there's Media Studies. MCT News Service something on film, it's impossible to Irwin's body was returned to his keep it contained," said Paul Levin- Queensland hometown Tuesday. NEW YORK—There are no plans son, chairman of Fordam University's Plans for his funeral were pend- to air video capturing the shocking Department of Communication and ing. death of famed "Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin, but media experts predicted Tuesday it will soon be circulating on the Internet. John Stainton, Irwins manager and friend, said he viewed the foot- age showing the wildlife expert being stabbed in the heart by a stingray's venomous barbed tail Monday and described it as "terrible." k \^ "It's a very hard thing to watch, because you are actually witnessing somebody die," a tearful Stainton said at a press conference Tuesday. Stainton said the cameraman kept filming the 44-year-old Animal Planet network star in the throes of death on Australia's Great Barrier Reef because he didn't realize the tom**fl*rq gravity of the situation until he saw blood. "It shows that Steve came over Bsgsmmm BmMne S&ptett&er 9,2ffl the top of the ray and the tail came up, and spiked him here," said Stain- Ferns mre amUebte onUn& Let us help you ton, pointing to his chest. "(Irwin) pulled it out, and the next minute he's gone." Fern finetoteshawk): make vom The tape shows "no evidence Mr. CEO Ge&rga Smtikem SMenis $10 RGIAHrrSK i Irwin was threatening or intimidat- d ALL AROUND TOP TEN * SONGS, MOVIES, DVDS Your Guide to Eagles Tailgating I DVD RENTALS By Jessica Emery on food. There will most likely be 1 Staff writer random wanderers (some friends, 1.RV some not), all wanting that burger I Georgia Southern Fight Song I With Georgia Southern's first just finished from the grill. 2. Scary Movie 4 game only days away, many Eagle Whether to walk or park is I I 3. Inside Man fans are eagerly awaiting that Saturday always a dilemma during home Wave the Blue! morning tailgate. This year Septem- games. Remember that se- I I 4. V for Vendetta ber 9 starts the season, with the GSU apartment complexes near nior Wave the White! Eagles playing Central Connecticut Paulson Stadium, such as and Bi- I I 5. Hoot State at 7 p.m. Cambridge and Campus ology major Hold the Banners high, Whether it be drinking, grilling Club, do not allow for free as well as Presi- I I 6. Bring It On: AH or Noth out or simply wandering truck to parking during the games. dent of the Student The Eagles are on the wing ing truck, it will surely be a great way to Buses will be running during Alliance for a Green I I start the season as well as support the Saturday home games. Eajrth (S.A.G.E.), finds other 7. Simpsons: Season 8 team. This may be the first tailgate Transportation services' policy benefits to the tradition. I I 8. The Shaggy Dog for many GSU stu- does not al- "I'm not a huge football fan, but I Sound a cry to the sky dents. Some may low parking at like hanging out with people outside I I 9. Larry the Cable Guy: need to learn the Tailgate Shopping Paulson Sta- on the weekends and grilling, so As we shoot for glory Health Inspector ropes before step- List: dium during tailgating] is more of a social event I I ping out on that • Drinks of choice home games. for me," said Russell. Victory now we sing 10. Laguna Beach: Sea- truck-filled lot on • Ice and lots of it Carpooling is Clean up! S.A.G.E. is once again I I son 2 Saturday morning. • Cooler a great way to working with Keep Bulloch Beauti- Before thinking • Hot Dogs and burgers ensure a spot on ful this year for three GSU home I 1 MOVIES that rolling out of • Ketchup and mustard the lot, as well as games. Like previous years, S.A.G.E. bed and meander- • Hamburger meat the saving the members pass around specialized I Hail the Blue I 1. Invincible ing onto the lot is • Steaks hassle of bring- recycling bags to tailgaters, urging 2. Crank a good idea, realize • Salsa and dip ing more than them to use the bags to dispose of I Hail the White I 3. The Wicker Man that some form of • Chicken (hot wings) one car. the many cans used. The bags may 4. Little Miss Sunshine preparation should • Chips Entertain- be filled then left on the lot after the I Hail the team I S.The Illusionist be taken. • Plates for the classy ment goes far game has finished. ■6.Talladega Nights The number • Radio beyond that of Show your spirit! In order to get I That's soaring I •7. Barnyard one rule is to get • Sun Block the actual game. pepped for the game, many GSU ,'8. Accepted there early! This • Napkins There will be students find creative ways to show I Onward to victory I [9. World Trade Center does not mean some time to their Eagle pride. From face painting ;iO.StepUp camping out the play in between to painted bellies, the imaginative I I night before, but a decent time before guzzling down cold ones and chomp- ideas are always impressive, and often ALBUMS the game begins is always required in ing on burgers. Pass the time by times humorous. I Georgia Southern Eagles I order to get a spot on the lot. throwing a little pigskin, playing Blue and white is the magic ;i. Bob Dylan Usually three to four hours early is a round of Texas Hold'em or even combination for GSU students, from I Fight on to victory and win this game. I * Modern Times safe, and it is better to get there early Frisbee. spray painted hair to school apparel, than late. Many students will already Tailgating is not only for football the students never disappoint at a -2. Danity Kane I Blue and White Fight Fight! I Danity Kane have their trucks set out and grilling enthusiasts. William Russell, a GSU tailgate. as early as 10 a.m. It is also suggested I Blue and White Fight Fight! I •3. Young Dro to have a spot picked out ahead BestThang Smok'm' of time and arrange for I I friends to meet at the 4. Christina Aguilera same area. I I Back to Basics Stock up Georgia Southern Eagles Fight Fight Fight! L J 5. Jessica Simpson A Public Affair 6. The Cheetah Girls The Cheetah Girls 2 7. Outkast Idlewild 8. Method Man 4:21 ...The Day After 9. The Roots Game Theory lO.Nickelback All the Right Reasons Special photo Source: Entertainment Weekly WHAT IS NOW Virtual worlds and economies: Replacing Earth? PLAYING Warcraft, each having individual cur- Carmike Cinema 12 By Jessica Emery A player's avatar is their online Staff writer (912)489-4492 rency, time zones and avatar systems. identity. Whether it is a person Second Life, for example, uses Linden resembling the player, or a giant rat Barnyard Imagine you are swaying in a white dollars as their currency. carrying a machine gun, the avatar is 5:20,7:30,9:40 linen hammock, shaded by two palm In the last 24 hours $329,624 the player's new self. Ashley Gilchrist, Snakes on a Plane trees, with the sounds of the surf American dollars were spent on a junior at Georgia Southern, finds (4:00), 7:00, 9:40 calming the stress of the day. Then, a Second Life. This is not surprising the whole idea somewhat surreal. Crossover beautiful woman arises seemingly out when taking into account the 600,024 "It sounds cool but it is almost as if 5:35,7:45,10:00 of no where, offering you a margarita players registered. Depending on the these people are playing God," said Talladega Nights to quench your thirst, as well as an site, the "world" is either limited or Gilchrist. (4:10), 7:05,9:30 invitation to a party. expandable. Second Life is expandable The possibilities are endless. Pro- The Descent This is not your dream vacation. in the sense that it is essentially built fessors can offer lectures in virtual (4:20), 9:40 This is all possible through one of by the users. Some business owners schools, even assigning homework Accepted many virtual realities offered these are turning to virtual worlds to create There are islands which can cost as 5:30,7:45,10:00 days. Whether you use it for plea- a virtual business using Linden dol- Special photo much as $ 19,000 American dollars and Crank sure or for profit, the possibilities lars, and then converting the profit to can also be bought as investments to 5:20, 7:25, 10:00 are endless. American dollars. dollars to real money. Jack Campbell, requires players to choose their class, sell for virtual beach-front property. Material Girls Our economy is constantly chang- The economy is balanced between a player of Second Life, finds the game race, deity and appearance all the There are even banks that are cre- 7:15 ing, especially when taking into the creators of the site, the players and entertaining as well as profitable. "I while gaining magic spells and weap- ating virtual debit-cards for players. Beerfest account the virtual economies that those who create virtual businesses have been playing for a few months onry in order to survive in Norrath, It is a gamer's paradise. Edward Cas- (4:20), 7:30, 9:50 are quickly overlapping into reality. and services. If someone has a business now and can honestly say that my the world's name. tronova, of the economics department World Trade Center Virtual worlds are taking the video idea to set up a virtual nightclub they Second Life is better than my first," Sound like a young teenage boy's at California University at Fullerton, is (4:00), 7:00, 9:55 game industry by storm and making only have to buy the land from Second said Campbell. fantasy? Maybe so, but EverQuest one of the most knowledgeable men The Wicker Man a profit as well. Life, then they are free to use the land EverQuest operates somewhat remains one of the top games of its on the topic. Through his research he (4:15), 7:00, 9:45 Profit from a video game seems as if it were in real life. differently. EverQuest deals with kind. On exchange markets a unit found that Norrath, if thought of as a Step Up quite unrealistic, and this is not mo- The business owner would then challenges and rewards with a very of Norrath's currency is higher than country, would be number 77 of the (4:15), 7:10,9:40 nopoly money being used, but hard- charge Linden dollars to players in fantasy, sci-fi approach. Although the Yen and the Lira. Not only does a countries. Invincible earned cash. The competition between order for them to go to the nightclub. similar to Second Life, this game has profit come from the game itself, but Although most sites cost either a (4:15), 7:00,9:45 these economies is intense. Some of Once a profit has been made the owner more of a classic video game scenario, some players are creating avatars and monthly fee or a one-time download the more popular ones are Second Life, has the option of using an online such as Zelda, while Second Life could building them up in order to later sell cost, they usually also offer a free trial Parenthesis denotes matinee EverQuest, SimsOnline and World of currency converter to change Linden be compared to The Sims. This game them on sites such as eBay. or basic membership. THE BOTTOM Don't get arrested designated driver for those who decide to kick back people get emotional during games and say some jjjj Play it cool and have This weekend is not any typical weekend for those a few cold ones and relax, whether it's in their living things to the wrong people and end up fist to fist. J a good time, but just finding themselves here in the'Boro. room watching any given game or if they're at Paul- Just keep your cool, it's really not that big of a deal. § be careful and use LINE Football season is in full swing, and that means son Stadium watching our Eagles play at their best. So be safe and call ShuttleGus if you need it and t your head when you By NICK ABNEY parties, and lots of them. Just remember to have a Drinking isn't the only concern of the police. Some keep your words and hands to yourself. § need to. m PAGE-IT-! HIATUS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7,2006 I THE GEORGE-ANNE DAILY- ■ . ■ .; r ■ ■ :-:■. i i TAL ' \i IC¥¥ Suri makes her world-wide Ward broadens his horizons with 'Post-War7 debut on Vanity Fair' Edgar Fernandez integrates guitars and violins, and half It looks like the revealed Holmes was pregnant, some Staff writer way through the song, drums, which mystery is finally conspiracy theorists even said it was synchronize with the change of tone solved. The baby a fake. Throughout her pregnancy, In case you don't know, M. Ward in the song, are incorporated. of Tom Cruise and Holmes' belly was different sizes, large is a folk singer-songwriter who is Not all the songs follow such a girlfriend Katie one day and smaller the next. maintaining a status in underground complex pattern but they are still "Kate" Holmes has Cruise continued to caiise con- indie music. remarkable. "To Go Home" is one of Jenny Miller is a been revealed for troversy the whole time, publicly Many of his previous albums have my favorites. It has a cheerful tone senior journal- the entire world to sparring with Today Show host Matt featured only himself with his guitar, and great use of guitars and drums. ism major from see. During Ka- Lauer about post partum depression, but in his latest release, Post-War, Another of my favorites is "Chinese Statesboro. She is assistant news tie Couric's debut jumping on Oprah Winfrey's couch he has broadened his horizons and Translation" which has a great folk editor of The on CBS Evening and even buying his very own sono- joined forces with other artists. The sound and melancholic tone. George-Anne News Tuesday gram machine to monitor his baby. results are more than proficient. There is also "Requiem" which is Daily. night, Couric Naturally, most thought as soon as M. Ward's style is quite laid back. probably one of the gloomiest songs. showed the first glimpse of Suri Cruise, the baby was born, she would be Acoustic ballads are his most pre- It begins with a soft, sad sound that who was born last April to Cruise and paraded for the public - but it was dominant feature, but his unique and slowly escalates into anger, accom- Special ph Holmes. The picture is on the new the opposite. No one saw little Suri, distinguishable vocals have a certain panied by electric guitars. M. Ward's newest album 'Post-War'takes his music to a new level, issue of "Vanity Fair" magazine and Holmes was never out with the baby emotion and sincerity that make his The rest of the songs are impres- a fine addition to any hipster's vinyl was taken this past summer. and people began to become curious songs more passionate. sive too, from the harmonious guitars collection. Of course, the average 'Post-War' For months now, many people and even questioned her existence. From the back-ground vocals in "Magic Trick," to the suggestive pop listener will get much out of it too, M.Ward have speculated about why Suri has Why the lack of publicity in this very on "To Go Home," to the melodic sounds of "Rollercoaster." In fact, especially those that enjoy mellow, Label: Merge Records not been made public. After all, she public relationship? harmony in "Chinese Translation," very few of the songs were mediocre; relaxing songs. Released: Aug. 22,2006 is the daughter of The couple the collaborations in the album are among them were "Right in The Hopefully, now that Ward has Prices: one of the most finally decided one of the reasons it stands out so Head" which I found too annoying, found a recipe that has proven suc- amazon.com - $12.99 highly publicized to keep one part much. and "Today's Undertaking" which cessful, he will incorporate it to his bamesandnoble.com - $11.98 bestbuy.com -$13.99 couples around. of their life to- The album starts off with "Poison was too monotonous. next endeavor with results that will When they first gether private, but Cup," which begins with just vocals; it Overall, this album would make rival if not exceed his present one. coupled up in waitedforthe'per- April 2005, Cruise fect moment to and Holmes could reveal the child. be seen practically According to E! everywhere. 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Source: www.foodtv.com Georgia Southern University's Panhellenic Association & Interfraternity Council Proudly Welcome Kappa ^v^ Kappa Gamma ^v^ Back to Campus PAGE 12 I SPORTS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7,2006 I THE GEORGE-ANNE DAILY Georgia Southern vs. Central Connecticut State The Brian VanGorder era kicks off when the twelfth ranked Georgia Southern Eagles take on the Central Connecticut State Blue Devils at Paulson Stadium to celebrate the 25-year anniversary of Eagle football. Saturday 7 p.m. CSS Mike Anthony v ■■.;. :CHU?S PLAYIN* FOR KEEPS VanGorder brings 1 welcome changes to James Madison App. State 0-1,0-0 0-1,0-0 There is no option! Despite losing to N.C. State, the App. Stale Mountaineers GSUfootball still hold their top ranking, but will face another tough test As the Georgia Southern Assistant coach Darin Hinshaw breaks down the Eagles' new offense when 2004I-AA Champs James Madison, travel to Boone, N.C. to take on the 20051-AA Champs in their first meet- football team prepares for its first By Will Adams ing since 1992. Sat. 3:30 p.m. on the field action this Saturday, Sports editor we throw different things at them, so they're seeing "We use the word multiple to describe our offense n it is the off the field news from the different looks and are put in different situations," [because] we're in multiple formations all the time," team that is still making headlines. That commercial in which new Head Coach said Hinshaw. "So, we are constantly throwing dif- said Hinshaw. "We going to make our opponents at Many changes were made in the off Brian VanGorder adamantly describes the changes ferent defenses at them, which gets them frustrated, practice against multiple formations, one week some W. Georgia Furman season and some fans are skeptical being made to the Georgia Southern football team but [makes] them better." will be better and others just depends on what the 0-0, 0-0 1-0, 0-0 of how it will affect the tradition this season just barely scratches the surface of As the Eagle offense begins to gel, Coach Hin- defense gives us." Furman will host the Division II West Georgia Wolves of Eagle football. what you need to know before the season starts shaw has a set a list of certain of- Starting QB Travis Clark remains optimistic out of the Gulf South conference in Greenville, S.C. The fensive goals that he thinks with and is just looking forward to finally being able to Wolves will have a tough time against the fourth ranked However, as drastic as these this weekend. Paladins, who just-barely slipped past Jacksonville State in changes are, they are all designed So, before you make a run by the Fast and Easy enough practice, patience compete and put on a show for Eagle Nation. their home opener last weekend. Sat. 6 p.m. to continue the biggest tradition and fire up that grill, be sure you're well aware of and fortitude will be able "We've got all the formations down, we just have that the football team has estab- GSU's offensive makeover in time for the home to reach by seasons end. to get timing down a little bit more and the o-line's ^'^s^i,s Volleyball finishes tourney 2-1 «v««V m GSU News Service McCray. All-Tournament award, because we in Georgia Southern won game one had some great performances, but The Eagle volleyball team lost its 30-19 thanks to six kills from sopho- again this weekend was a team effort first match of the season 1-3 to Jack- more Christy Dowd and four block offensively and defensively," added ii sonville University, but rebounded in assists by senior Jennifer Charles, but McCray. "For us to win this match on the second match of the day, defeat- the second round went to Southeastern the road having lost earlier definitely ing Southeastern Louisiana 3-1 on Louisiana, 30-27. The Eagles took the builds character and shows that we day two of the Jacksonville Crispers third frame 30-24, as Dowd added six can do anything once we put our Invitational. more digs and senior Staci Anderson minds to it." "Overall we had a very good recorded six digs. GSU won the fourth The Eagles improved to 5-1 on the tournament against some great game to take the match 3-1. season. GSU will travel to Macon on competition," said head coach Nicole "I wish I could give everyone an Tuesday at 7 p.m. to take on Mercer. Women's soccer falls to Tulsa GSU News Service Stadium. fired into an open net after out-ma- Chambers knocked in a header off neuvering GSU goalie Lauren Santos, Tulsa freshmen Kayla Chambers, a corner kick from freshman Sarah while Corona earned her second career Shannon Locke and Megan Cash, and Greene in the 43rd minute to put goal and first goal this season on a sophomore Kristina Corona each reg- Tulsa on the board, and less than two cross from Stephanie Johnson in the istered a goal, while Georgia Southern minutes later, Locke punched in a goal 71st minute. Anna Mitchum/STAFF scored an own goal to lead the Tulsa from five yards out on the right side to Junior goalkeeper Meredith Hart GSU Seniordefender Brad Mitchum battles for possession in Sunday's game against Stetson.The Eagles improved women's soccer team to a 5-0 victory give the Golden Hurricane a two-goal picked up one save, as TU out-shot to 2-1 on the year after defeating Stetson 2-1 in overtime. over the Eagles on Sunday afternoon cushion. Both goals were career firsts the Eagles 20-3. She also recorded her in the Grover Classichosted by TU for the TU duo. second shutout of the season and 11th at the Hurricane Soccer and Track For her third goal this season, Cash of her career. Men's soccer defeats Golf finishes eighth in Scotland GSU News Service Sophomore Ryan LeFevre finished the weekend tied at the 24 spot, card- International The Georgia Southern golf team ing a final round 2-under 70, good Stetson in overtime Collegiate opened the season Saturday and for 3-over par. Five Eagles made their Tournament GSU News Service finding himself unmarked in the box, match at 1-1. Sunday, finishing eighth at the In- collegiate debut. Stetson forward Brian Bell collected Defensively, senior Brad Mitchum ternational Collegiate, played at The "We played very solid on the sec- St. Andrews Kellen Stanley netted the game- a pass from teammate Victor Webb, cleared a dangerous pass that crossed Torrance Club at St. Andrews Bay. The ond day of the tournament and are Final team results winning goal Sunday in a 2-1 over- shot and netted the game's first goal. the goal box, heading it out of play Eagles competed against nine other proud of the guys for coming back time victory over visiting Stetson The Hatters led 1-0 going into the with 15 minutes left in regulation, and schools, finishing the three-round, with a good round," said head coach University. The Eagles improve to locker room. the Eagles and Hatters went into extra 1. North Carolina (-9) two-day competition with rounds of Larry Mays. 2-1 on the season and the Hatters Noting the absence of shots on time. Senior keeper Adam Webb had 295-298-284-877 (+13). North Carolina edged out defend- 2. Wake Forest..: .(-7) fall to 1-3. goal, Head Coach Kevin Kennedy five saves on the day. A pair of Eagles finished in the top ing champion Wake Forest by two Stanley sealed the victory at the saw the need for a change in the Kennedy said he was pleased with 3. Coastal Carolina (-6) 20 in sophomore Jordan Johnstun and strokes, finishing at 9-under 855. 91:13 mark after converting a right- strategy and encouraged his players the Eagles' play in the second half,, freshman Seth Norman. After a first Georgia Southern finished the first 4. Texas Tech (-3) to-left-side passing scheme from to "try and register some good shots noting that the players' maturity and and second round of 2-over par 146 two rounds at 593, sitting in 9th place, 5. Texas A&M (E) teammates Daniel Smith and Jon Cox. and test the keeper." experience helped turn the momen- on Saturday Johnstun carded a final ahead of St. Andrews only, but moved It was Stanley's first goal of the year The Eagles responded to the tum in their favor. round 3-under 69 to end the compe- ahead of R&A Bursars on Sunday by 6. Stirling '. (+1) and Cox's second assist of the day. coach's call and changed the momen- Georgia Southern next heads to tition at 1-under par 215. Johnstuhs three strokes. 7. Baylor...., (+4) The Hatters controlled the flow of tum. In the 62nd minute, freshman Shreveport, La. for a pair of matches performance was good enough to fin- The Eagles returned home Mon- the game in the first half, while the Jon Cox sent a long pass into the in the Centenary Classic, September 8. Georgia Southem.....(+13) ish tied at 14th. Following one stroke day, and have two weeks to prepare Eagles struggled to get a good look box, aiming for teammate Julian 8-9. behind and tied at 17th, Norman shot for the two-day Minnesota Collegiate 9. R & A Bursars... (+16) at the net, firing only two shots. The Donaldson. Donaldson beat the The Eagles face Oral Roberts on an even-par 72 in the final round to Invitational, September 16 -17 at Way- 10 St. Andrews (+43) Hatters converted six first-half shots keeper to the ball and knocked in the Friday at 7 p.m., and then battle host finish 216 at even par. zata, Minn. into a goal at the 24:20 mark. After Eagles first goal on the day, tying the Centenary on Saturday at 9:15 p.m.. Welcome Back Students! 2 $ Doritos or for Ruffles 11.S-13oz. Chicken Select Varieties Snack Wings 4 lb. 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Most of them are very simple'; sunglasses, wide headbands, plat- but, personally, the colorful ones that form shoes, the more of a statement are scarf-like seem very stylish. Pi| your accessories make the better the them together with leggings and outfit. Now, gentlemen, do not take a pairofflatsforachic look. Speaking" leaf out of Carlos Mencias book and of'80s comebacks, oversized sweateri attach a person to a chain and wear it and coats will be seen in stores whea as a necklace. Mind of Mencia is not the weather cools down. Do ncf a fashion forward television program. pair an oversized top with wide-lei This week, we shall dive into all the pants, balance the proportions; bi large accessories I will save that (or a that will be taking later date. ■ i up all that limited Long, chunks? space in the dorm jewelry is in and th£ rooms. keyword for this 1$ Ifthereareany layers. Shrek one* pack rats out there, said that "ogres; afi£ good news: big like onions: they have purses are still in. layers," and fall fash- Also, if it has some Special Photos [0Q js no different; sortofbigembroi- Flashy pumps and big purses There is no need to Grayson Hoffman/STAFF dereddesign on it, are in style, look confused at an The Morning Buzz cast Miguel Fuller, Antionette Richardson, Bryan Salter, and Jamie Hassard discussing an issue during the morning show. that is even better. There is nothing extra long necklace with woddeh more satisfying than a huge purse beads, just wrap it around your neck By Rodney McGill ment and weekly news highlights. On "Game Show Man" Gray. Which Southern is really getting some of the to lose your vital life items in, such acoupletimes. A word of caution: ai§ staff writer Fridays, the show replays the funniest brings listeners up to the minute best people for the job. as your oversized sunglasses. With urn .apped, extra long necklaceanS clips of the week with their "Best Of stories from almost anywhere. "The Morning Buzz is always the Georgia sun still blazing strong, an oversized belt buckle require seril Wake up Georgia Southern! We The Morning Buzz" show. Coming up next week, other seg- looking for more fun, excited people we are goi-g tr - ed them. While ous attention. Think about that. are going live with the morning crew Spanish Michael, host of the ments starting on the show are "The to come and help out with the show," sunglt: ... sou big, crazy designs While flats are overrunning the that literally brings entertainment morning show, said that they wake Freshness," and "Spanish Michael's said Andrew "Producer Andrew" covering them are slight- globe, when boot season rolls around to your dreams if you don't feel like up as early as five in the morning to Book Club." One of the station's favor- Hodges. ly phasing out. With keep an eye out for platforms. 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How- and transfers from others schools, Head Coach season is the downfield passing game, ,; game from the option. You've after a win over Presbyterian in Clinton, S.C. Sat. 7 p.m. ever, some of these efforts have Brian VanGorder settled on former Southern Miss. almost unknown in Eagle football's two got to be smart all around," said been, met by criticism by fans Transfer, sophomore Travis Clark to be under center decades of existence. "[The] passing game, McCutchen. "We're going to who are used to the traditions of as the Eagles starting quarterback this season. play-action game [and] our boot game, all win a national championship, at GSU football. Last year's starter, speedster Jayson Foster has of the things we are doing are all progressing that's our expectation JIIL flSM Some changes are purely made the switch to wide receiver after leading the [well] together and will all mesh together," said each and every ecu Wofford sentimental, like the Eagles' new Eagles to the playoffs last season and looks to be Coach Hinshaw. "So [what] you'll see [is] a final year!" 0-1,0-0 1-0,0-0 mode of transportation. Gone the go to guy on what should be an explosive of- product that works together as [a complete] of- The Coastal Carolina Chantileers take on another SoCon are the yellow school buses that fense. "It's a completely different offense right now," fense, so we'd like to have eight or more explosive opponent this week as they travel to Spartanburg, S.C. where they must defend the triple option and the Wofford used to escort the team to Paulson said Hinshaw. "A lot of people are starting to get plays a game." Terriers. CCU, out of the Big South, looks to even their Stadium. Another change is the comfortable and you are starting to see consistency As far as formations like the shotgun or four record with a win at Gibbs Stadium. Sat. 7 p.m. in certain players." "[In practice] once we get wide receiver sets, fans will just have to wait screen blocking the view of the Grayson Hoffman/STAFF practice fields. Then there are the [consistent on offense] we try to make sure that until game day to see how the game unfolds. .changes to the team itself. Every Eagle fan will take notice of the UTC Memphis new offense this season. ; After 100 years of separation 1-0,0-0 0-1,0-0 Coming off a convincing win over Tennessee Tech, the from each other, GSU and the UTC Mocs hope the momentum carries over as they take forward pass (both established on the T-A MemphisTigers at the Liberty Bowl in Mem- phis, TN. The Tigers hope to take advantage of the home in 3906) will finally be spending game after a tough road loss at Ole Miss. Sat. 8 p.m. some quality time with each other. Coach VanGorder has established a ^passing attack that is foreign to Georgia Southern. I could go into this new offense more, but mj word count is limited and Id rather see 20,000 fans at Paulson #2 orfSaturday evening coming out at m to See it for themselves. Many are Ohio State Texas concerned about the changes and 1-0, 0-0 1-0, 0-0 hojv they'll affect the team, but Ohio State is looking to keep their top ranking when they namatter what changes that you travel to Austin, Texas to take on Mack Brown's second ranked Texas Longhorns. In only the second meeting in might see, or what traditions that Jamie Tuten/STAFF the history of the schools, the matchup features two of the you might not, there is no need to best offenses in the nation. Sat. 6 p.m. ABC complain or revolt. #19 .- #5 •Everything is being done in at thg best interests of the team. Yes, 3k»JL w£ did away with the old busses Eagles hope to improve defense Penn State Notre Dame and fieldhouse. But what recruits By Eric Robinson 1-0, 0-0 1-0, 0-0 would be impressed with yellow Sports editor defense last year, maybe not so much technique- and be able to play some solid defense, play hard and The fifth ranked Fighting Irish of Notre Dame look to scnool busses and rickety benches oriented," Wildeman said. "Really working within limit the guys running the ball at all times," he said. make it 2-0 as they come back home to South Bend to host Joe Paterno's Nittany Lions of Penn State. Penn State during halftime? While the eyes of Eagle nation have been focused the framework of the defensive scheme and really The Eagle defense is led by the experience of is coming off a road win against Akron, where QB Antho- • Yes, we blocked out the view on the change of offense Brian VanGorder has brought focusing on the finer points of technique will prob- five seniors. Charrod Taylor and Shaheen Solomon ny Mirelli threw three touchdowns. Sat. 3:30 p.m. NBC from the surrounding area and are to Eagle football, his experience as a defensive coach ably be the biggest change for them." flank the defensive line. Taylor, who bench presses #12 now holding some practices that has brought a new attitude to the guys on the other 435 pounds and squats 600, was moved from DT to at are closed to the press and public. side of the ball. "We want Georgia DE after spring drills. He was tied for second in the m But what better way to be more VanGorder was a linebackers coach for the SoCon for most recovered fumbles, and seventh in Georgia S. Carolina professional than to act it? Jacksonville Jaguars in 2005 and Wayne State Uni- Southern to be known as a defen- forced fumbles. 1-0, 0-0 1-0, 0-0 Yes, we have changed our versity in 1995-96. He was a defensive coordinator sive school instead of an offensive Solomon suffered a knee injury last season but The twelfth ranked Georgia Bulldogs travel to Columbia, 20-year-old offense and are now at the University of Georgia, Western Illinois and school." is expected to be healthy for opening day. He was S.C. to take on Steve Spurrier and the South Carolina doing something totally different. Central Michigan. He brings a defensive mindset to named defensive player of the game for his perfor- Gamecocks. The Dawgs are fresh off a big win over West- Jason Earwood ern Kentucky, while the Old Ball Coach wants to avenge But take a look around, schools all a team ^^ that ranked seventh out of Senior linebacker mance in last year's opener at Northeastern, when last year's road loss in Athens. Sat. 7:45 p.m. ESPN around the nation are making their the eight he had a 13-yard sack. offenses more professional. SoCon Wildeman says the defense will be a multiple Rico Zackery is the only senior at defensive back. No high school recruits with 4-3 scheme. He was used often last year when the Eagles utilized M - JR. high hopes want to come to a "I think the biggest thing is I think our guys are the nickel package. Samford Ga. Tech school that runs a gimmick of- working within a system, and it's an NFL system. The Eagles are deep at linebacker, with seniors 1-0, 0-0 0-1, 0-0 fense. Nebraska ran a similar We are really focusing on the fine-line details of John Mohring and Jason Earwood at the helm. Georgia Tech looks to get even against the I-AA Samford Bulldogs at Bobby Dodd Stadium in Atlanta after coming offense. They were a national technique from a pass rush standpoint and a run John Mohring recently received the Buck Buchanan off a tough home loss to the fifth ranked Notre Dame. powerhouse for decades and were Out of the Ohio Valley conference, Samford looks to make defense standpoint." award. He was a third team All-American last year, it two in a row after a win over Miles. Sat. 3:30 p.m. feared by everyone they faced. The new Eagle defense is ratherinexperienced and is on pace to be among the GSU top five in However, the times caught as a whole with the loss of several experienced career tackles. EDITOR'S up to them as well. As celebrated players. All four starters in the secondary Earwood started every game last year and was VIEWPOINT as their players were, they never have graduated, along with linebacker T.J. among the SoCon leaders in tackles. He had a 30- panned out at the next level. Rutledge and defensive linemen Jack Sher- yard interception return for a touchdown against Pro teams stopped recruiting man and Brian Kranz. the Citadel. their skill players, and the best re- "There's been a bunch [of changes]. We Earwood said he wants to change the notion that cruits stopped enrolling there. This teams in run, lost all four starters from a year ago, so there's the Eagle defense simply holds the opposition while is the same problem that Georgia pass, and total defense. going to be a lot of new faces out there, a lot of young the offense wins the game. Will Adams Southern is trying to avoid. "I think our overall mindset is to first off, stop guys that haven't played a whole lot of football before," "[We want to] change everyone's opinion about Eric Robinson Picks Picks ; "GSU ran the option better than the run. You've always got to stop the run to be said Secondary Coach Joe Danna. "But we feel like the defense in the past. We want Georgia Southern UT over OSU, OSU over UT, anyone else, and won six national effective on defense," said Defensive Line Coach we've made some decent progress, and hopefully to be known as a defensive school instead of an of- 31-28 34-28 championships with it. But times Parker Wildeman. [we'll be] ready to go for Saturday' fensive school," he said. ND over PSU ND over PSU, are changing, and we must take it The defensive struggles ended the Eagles' season Danna said that although the secondary is rather The new Eagle defense will be on display for the 27-17 24-17 in ^stride. As much as some tra- in the first round of the playoffs, when the defense inexperienced, there have been several new players, Saturday home opener against Central Connecticut UGA over USC USC over UGA, ditions may change, it's all being allowed 27 points in the fourth quarter leading to a like cornerback Brandon Jackson, who have stepped State at 7 p.m. 28-20 17-14 done to keep the winning tradition 50-35 Texas State victory. up in their role. Photo courtesy of staff photographer Jamie Tuten GToverSU GT over SU, oflhe GSU alive and well. "They were kind of an aggressive, hard-charging "We hope for the most part that we'll just be sound 31-13 36-13 PAGE 13 I SPORTS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7,2006 I THE GEORGE-ANNE DAILYJ