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Tragedies remind us that the big game is a game OPINION PAGE 6

Pamphlet encourages professors to require books NEWS PAGE 3

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Leader of the Pack: Cross country ready for ACC SPORTS PAGE 14

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CALENDAR Pamphlet causes concerns over SEP TODAY Today’s the last day to audi- 10 tion for Quantum Entertainment’s fall musical Hair from 5 p.m. to 9 marketing, price of textbooks p.m. in the UC Ballrooms. Students should sign up for an audition time limiting. increasing students’ perceived value on textbooks. at the Quantum table in the UC An anonymous professor at the University of Cliff Ewert, vice president of public relations at Breezeway or by sending an email Miami recently approached The Hurricane with a Follett, staunchly supports their literature. to [email protected]. pamphlet that was distributed to UM faculty by “Follett strongly believes in the academic free- For more information, visit www. Follett, the operators of UM’s on-campus book- dom of professors, but if a book is selected for a gotoquantum.com. store. Follett “hopes that [faculty] will encourage course, we emphasize that it should be used in [their] students to purchase their texts through class,” Ewert said. Want to get involved with SG? their campus store.” The pamphlet proceeds to list Students had much to say regarding the pam- Cabinet is a great way to begin! a number of reasons why the faculty should direct phlet. Represent your fellow students! business to the campus store. “[Follett] does anything but strive to save stu- Applications are due today and are Follett specifically addressed both online com- dents money,” Josh Borgschulte, junior, said. “Their available on the SG website, www. petitors as well as off-campus retail competitors. assertions are absurd and nothing but a marketing miami.edu/sg or in the SG office, In defense of their product compared to online ploy.” UC 214. options, Follett charged that online sources “tend Tiffany Bojerski agreed. to focus on the relatively few, most popular titles “They can charge as much as they want. They Come by LC 120 at 3:40 p.m. adopted nationwide.” They went on to say that “in know we must buy,” Bojerski said. as the University Chaplains many cases, used copies are not available.” However, A price analysis comparing Follett, Book invites the UM com- Association out of ten randomly selected book titles currently Horizons (the college bookstore across campus) munity to come to a conference stocked in the UM Bookstore, Amazon.com carries and Amazon.com, using five introductory text- on the popular novel The Da Vinci Code, separating fact from fiction. both new and used copies of all of them. books, confirmed sentiments of the students inter- For more information or to RSVP, LIANA MINASSIAN/HURRICANE STAFF There is also a discussion raised about textbook viewed. Whether new or used, Follett had the high- email [email protected] or call HIGHER LEARNING: The high cost of books value versus textbook price. est prices for all books but one. 305-667-1066. worries students at the Follet-operated campus “No discussion of textbook prices is complete Follett concluded the pamphlet by stating, “As bookstore. without mentioning textbook value, or —more your campus bookstore, we are asking [the faculty] SEP SUNDAY By Don Donelson importantly— student perception of value,” the directly to encourage [their] students to buy their Callbacks for Quantum News Reporter pamphlet reads. “When a textbook is used in class materials from us.” 12 Entertainment’s fall musical Hair and is an integral part of the learning experience, They then appealed to the University commu- begin at 11 a.m. For more informa- After paying tuition, room and board and park- students in the course are less likely to find its price nity by mentioning portions of sales benefit the tion, visit www.gotoquantum.com or ing fees before the year begins, purchasing text- an issue.” University, which they assert can indirectly lower email [email protected]. books can be stressful and financially burdening. While most professors were reluctant to com- costs for students. Textbook prices are always a complaint among ment on the issue, one professor agreed that such SEP MONDAY students, and the options available often seem statements could be construed as Follett trying to Don Donelson can be contacted at The deadline for the Up till influence classroom academics for the benefit of [email protected]. 13 Dawn executive board applications has been extended to today at 5 COMPARE YOUR PRICES p.m. in the VSC. Applications are available in the VSC. 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Taking the Orange Bowl by Storm NEWS BRIEFS Ü F O O T B A L L UMNEWS HOW-TO

Ü Make sure to get to the game early. Convocation Center is Gates open at 5:30 pm. designated as polling site Ü Make sure to bring your 'Cane card. It's your ticket to the game. The Miami-Dade County Elections Department chose the University of Miami Convocation Center as an official poll- Ü Use the Southeast Plaza entrance, ing site for the 2004 Presidential Election, replacing the West a.k.a. the "Student only" entrance. Laboratory School as precinct number 640. The Convocation Center began working as a polling sight on Aug. 31, for the Ü Wear orange! Presidential Primary Election, serving more than 1000 regis- tered voters. Make sure to make your voice count and register to vote at the “Get Out the Vote” campaign table in the UC Alex Joseph, freshman, said. “I couldn’t be Breezeway! Remember, the last day to register is Oct. 10, and more excited about this match-up.” Election Day is Nov. 2! The outcome of the game also determines who gets the coveted bragging rights that UM has held for the past four years. “I’ve already begun bragging to my friends ELSEWHERE at FSU about how we’re going to dominate them,” Michelle Denton, junior, said. “There ALLISON BEZOLD/HURRICANE STAFF U. Texas freshman breaks ARE YOU READY?: Campus-wide signs aim to fan the rivalry flames. is a lot on the line.” Some students are going so far that they are world record with chopsticks By Meghan Risser putting friendships on hold for the game. News Reporter open two-and-a-half hours before the game, Jordon Edwards, junior, has a good friend (U-WIRE) AUSTIN, Texas - With chopsticks poised for and most students have already planned to who attends FSU. attack and a Japanese bandana tied tight around his head, The University of Miami-Florida State be there in advance, with many tailgating at “For one game, we’re not going to be undeclared University of Texas-Austin freshman Ken Tran University rivalry grows in strength every the Orange Bowl with their friends. friends,” Edwards said. eyed his plateful of Smarties. Seemingly undaunted by a blar- year like a hurricane over warm water, and Football season is always an exciting time “The 'Canes-Seminoles rivalry is one ing Star Wars theme and 50 fans jockeying for a better view, he this year is no exception. The most antici- at UM. The buzz around campus since the of the greatest, always ending with classic sought to bring one world record back to the United States on pated football game of the season is finally beginning of the semester has surrounded football moments, such as FSU missing yet Friday night. Ken emerged from the candy dust three minutes here after being postponed due to Hurricane this in-state showdown between the 'Canes another field goal,” Ryan McCavitt, sopho- later as the new Guinness World Record holder for the most Frances. and the Noles. more, said. Smarties eaten with chopsticks in under three minutes. His “It’s a game of many firsts - it will be “Seeing these two teams battle it out According to junior Max Panoff, there 190 shattered the previous record of 138, held by England’s Miami’s inauguration game into the ACC,” always makes for an exciting game and for is only one thing to say about the rivalry Kathryn Ratcliffe, a soft-spoken 14-year-old. Ken’s father, Dr. Pat Whitely, vice president of Student a great environment on campus as well,” between the 'Canes and the Noles. Chau Tran, quickly embraced his son, unable to hide his pride Affairs, said. Lindsey Hall, junior, said. “It’s non-existent. We’ve won the last five and excitement. But the younger Tran’s joy was immediately Whitely said that arriving early to the Even freshmen have picked up on the games against them, and it's not going to tempered with a hint of disappointment. “I was hoping to bust Orange Bowl is essential. Although an extra intensity of the UM/FSU rivalry, and are change now,” Panoff said. “There is no com- 200,” he said. Ken said he broke 200 in his three weeks of 1,000 seats have been added to the East end just as hyped up as the rest of the UM com- petition.” training, but because of health concerns, he was only able to zone —making a total of 8,000 seats desig- munity. spend three minutes per day practicing. “Eating that many nated to students — students are urged to “The greatness of our football team is one Meghan Risser can be contacted at Smarties does a number on your digestive system,” he said. come early to be guaranteed a seat. Gates will of the reasons why I chose to attend UM,” [email protected]. Ken said he developed a slight case of acne and gained about three pounds. He said it didn’t take long to develop his signa- ture “side-scooping” style. “I like to go from the side, because the angle of attack is better,” Ken said. “The goal is to get as Two UM leaders leave great legacies much wood on the Smarties as possible.” Ken said he will not attempt the feat again unless his number is beaten, but he does not expect that to happen soon. Ken said he had visions Provost retires to go back to The founding School of Comm Dean of becoming a world champion from the moment he saw the record. “I just looked at the number, which was 138, and I was teaching and will be missed retires to go back to the classroom like, ‘You know what, I can beat this,’ ” Ken said. His father had a slightly different explanation. “I think he has too much By Judith Hudson By Vanessa Krause News Reporter News Reporter extra time,” Chau said. After Ken contacted Guinness about his attempt, the World Book of Records publishers sent him Dr. Luis Glaser, UM’s executive vice president and provost, When Dr. Edward Pfister, founding dean of the School of a page of rules and official documents to be submitted. The recently announced his resignation to the UM community. After Communication, first began to serve at the school, his goal was to contestant must keep one hand behind his back and pick up serving for 18 years as the head of students’ academic affairs and make the program nationally known and admired. He accomplished only one candy at a time. In addition, the attempt requires two chief budget officer, Glaser is stepping down to dedicate more time those goals - now he wants to end his successful career teaching in counters, two signed witnesses, one timer and a video cam- to teaching. the classrooms, where he says he has had the most enjoyment. This eraman. Amid cheers and a chant of “190,” the new champion “I am a scientist. It’s time to step aside and let someone with is one of the reasons Pfister recently decided to resign from his posi- looked around his kitchen for the perfect item to complete the new vision and new ideas come in,” Glaser said. “There is never a tion. victory -- a pint of Guinness. see PROVOST page 5 see DEAN page 4

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Founding School of Comm Dean leaves mark, returns to the classroom

from DEAN page 3 nationally recognized program,” Hosmon said. “We are headed to becoming one of the elite programs in “When I first got to this school my goal was to pro- the country” vide basic organization and basic leadership,” Pfister “I only interacted with him briefly, but he said. “It was a brand new school, and those goals were was a good man and did a lot for the School of accomplished 12 to 18 months after that.” Communication,” Kerri-Anne Alexanderson, senior This May, after 19 years as dean of the School of and motion pictures major, said. “He really wanted us Communication, he can be satisfied as he steps down to learn and benefit from his experience as well as the from his position, knowing that he has fulfilled his experience of the other communication professors.” ambitions. The School of Communication is now a Dr. Pfister will take a sabbatical for one year, nationally renowned program, and it continues to and then he will be back at UM doing what he loves rise higher. most—teaching in the classrooms. During his year “I think [Pfister] has been doing a great job, and off, he will spend time with his grandchildren, read MASSAGE THERAPIST that can be seen just by looking at the School of and organize lessons for his future courses, which Communication and the students and faculty within will include Public Broadcasting and Communication it,” Nicole Becker, junior and print journalism major, Ethics. – student needed partMARKETPLACE time MEDIAsaid. (CA))“The programs, speakers and opportunities9/9 & 9/14/ for2004 “Everything is now in place,” Pfister said. “My job University of Miami – pays $400.00 week students never seem to cease, and I don’t think any is essentially done, and it is up to someone else now NYE357416e 4.07" x 7" (305) 460-2245 communication student can deny that.” to take it to the next level.” Nicole 218125 3 aje/amw/amw Dr. Robert Hosmon, associateAKJNOV0001 dean of the School of Communication, and Pfister’s colleague of 13 years, Vanessa Krause can be contacted at v.krause@umiami. FILE PHOTO speaks highly of Pfister’s achievements. edu. BACK TO SCHOOL: Dr. Pfister retires as the dean “He took a small program, and turned it into a of the school of com to go back to teaching.

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UM Provost steps down, leaves big shoes to fill from PROVOST page 3 Donna Shalala. He wants the new pro- vost to recognize the height to which perfect time to step aside, but I think he and others are trying to take the it is time.” school. Before he was provost at UM, Glaser “I hope the next provost continues taught at Washington University in St. to make progress. Progress makes UM Louis for 33 years. He was the director better and more powerful,” he said. “We for biological science and also was in need more gifted people in the arts, charge of the research lab. science, mathematics, whichever area. I Glaser lives his life by two philoso- hope he continues to move us forward.” phies. Glaser went on to say that UM is “One is, never do things halfway. young compared to other institutions Commit and give all you got,” Glaser that are hundreds of years old, and that said. “The other is strive for excel- the university will become better and lence.” more recognized as it gets older. Glaser has left his mark on UM, “People make progress happen,” through both his efforts as an adminis- Glaser said. “Recruiting the best stu- trator and his relationships at UM. dents will only make us better.” FILE PHOTO “Dr. Glaser has so much knowledge “[Glaser’s] legacy will be a univer- about the subjects he teaches,” said SO LONG: Dr. Glaser goes back to class sity that is better, both academically Swati Chalavarya, a sophomore who and financially, as a result of his count- took Cellular and Molecular Biology absolutely wonderful and is totally less contributions and tireless efforts to with Glaser last semester. “You can real- devoted to the university. He is bril- make this university better,” Markowitz ly tell that he loves what he’s doing.” liant and cares very deeply about the said. “Dr. Glaser will be missed.” “I have worked with Dr. Glaser for school.” six years,” Elizabeth Markowitz, Glaser’s Glaser will continue to teach biology Judith Hudson can be contacted at executive assistant, said. “Dr. Glaser is and work closely with UM President [email protected]. It’s your future. It’s a tool of the past. It’s competition. www.thehurricaneonline.com It’s stress management. It’s knowledge. It’s an art. It’s a reproduction.

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EDITORIAL/OPINION EDITORIAL How President Bush It's still just a football game has handled US Hurricanes Charley and Frances have put football in perspective, a ment that, although necessary, ought to take a backseat to other, more foreign relations perspective often lost in the frenzy leading up to and following hyped important, matters. games like tonight’s University of Miami- We get carried away debating whether Willie Williams should There have been many attacks against match-up. have been admitted, whether or Tyrone Moss would make our President in this hostile political sea- FSU Head Coach Bobby Bowden lost two family members - his a better running back, and whether Brock Berlin deserves a second son. One of these attacks has become a grandson and former son-in-law - in an automobile accident during chance at . Tonight, we will whine about too few student cornerstone of the Democratic party. The Frances. Our condolences go out to him and his loved ones. seats and too long a wait to get in the Orange Bowl. President is accused of instituting a “go it Unfortunately, it takes devastating situations like these to remind In the grand scheme of things, these so-called problems are alone” policy that has “alienated the U.S. us of what’s really important. immaterial. from the rest of the world.” DAVID We find it disconcerting that the greatest number of questions Our football team is undoubtedly a significant part of the These accusations are ridiculous. Over UM’s rumor hotline received during the hurricane had to do with the University. Indeed, it brings much-needed money and press to UM, ABROMS 30 nations supported our removal of postponement the UM-FSU game. Students worried that they would and, as students, we enjoy the emotional outbursts, cutthroat rivalries Saddam, including Britain, Italy, Australia, Poland, Denmark, not have the game to amuse them on Labor Day. Forget about the and hoarsening cheering that come with a strong football culture. In Holland, South Korea, Japan, and, formerly, Spain. But for some players, their families, and the anxious state of mind of Floridians. addition, many student-athletes can only study at a university of UM’s reason many democrats won’t call it a “multi-national coali- Instead of expressing concern over potential structural damage, caliber thanks to sports and the scholarships that they often bring. tion” until France and Germany sign on. power outages, and loss of life caused by Frances’ winds, we were Football, however, should not be the driving force in our lives. The fact that the U.S. has the leading role in this fight most troubled by the rescheduling of a football game. The keyword, Tonight, when we spell C-A-N-E-S and squeal about the Hurricanes’ should be no surprise. When the civilized world has fought in however, is still game. first downs, we would be well served remembering that - and count- the past century, or will fight in the foreseeable future, against Sports are a celebration of athleticism and a form of entertain- ing our blessings. a common enemy, the U.S. has and must take the leading role. As the lone superpower, it’s our duty to lead such just causes. LETTER TO THE EDITOR The U.S. had an equally commanding role in World War II, the Korean War, the Cold War and the Gulf War with no complaints RE: President Shalala insults students with Williams Letter, Office saw it fit to accept this young man. I know from my personal from France. 8/31 experience years ago that a lot of weight is placed on letters of rec- We have also formed new partnerships in the war on ter- ommendation that a prospective student has submitted as part of ror. The most notable and beneficial relationship has been To the editor: the application process. I sat in the office of a department chair as with Pakistan. Before 9/11, Pakistan was considered a lead- Yes, Darren, you are entitled your opinion about President he ridiculed my grades as an undergraduate. However, when he read ing supporter of terror, but after Bush said we will make no Shalala’s decision to accept Willie Williams (The Hurricane, Aug. letters of recommendation, the department chair, just as President distinction between those that harbor terrorists from those 31), but I think you may be well off base. I agree that 11 arrests are Shalala has done with Williams, accepted me into the program I that commit terrorist acts, President Musharraf of Pakistan ludicrous; however, there may be other circumstances for Williams’ wanted to pursue with conditions that I had to meet in order to decided to be an ally of the U.S. instead of an enemy. President acceptance to this University. maintain my enrollment in said program. Bush deserves the credit. One expects that a story written by a journalist has been Don’t get caught up in the sensationalism of the press. Investigate General Kaddafi of Libya has also had a history of hostility. researched satisfactorily. True, your commentary was just your the matter and give Williams a break. Talk to the young man and In fact, we barely avoided a military confrontation with Libya opinion, but even an opinion should be based on fact. Too often, those who have guided him and see why they have hope for Williams during both the Carter and Reagan administrations. Today journalists resort to fabrication, plagiarism and sensationalism, as as an individual and not just as an athlete. The courts of this land Libya has decided to comply with the international request evidenced in some of the more respected newspapers today. and this University did, why can’t you? to dismantle their WMD programs and to allow weapons President Shalala was privileged to information in Williams’ inspectors full access to facilities. Why is Libya now comply- personal file that is not available to the general public. From that Edgar DeGuzman ing? Maybe, after defying the entire world for decades, Kaddafi information, the officials of the University of Miami’s Admissions randomly decided that he was finally going to play nice. Or maybe he understood that when President Bush says some- thing, he means it. LETTER POLICY In addition, President Bush, through his forthright support The Miami Hurricane encourages all readers of Israel’s fight against unprecedented terror, further reaf- to voice their opinions on issues related to firmed America’s commitment to fight terrorism and willing- the University or in response to any report Got a voice? published in The Hurricane. Letters to the ness to support our sister democracies. editor may be submitted typed or handwrit- Since President Bush has taken office the world has changed ten (please make your handwriting legible) dramatically. Iraq and Afghanistan, two countries brutalized to the Whitten University Center, Room 221, by oppressive dictators, are well on their way to democ- LET IT BE HEARD! or mailed to P.O. Box 248132, Coral Gables, racy and hopefully prosperity. Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Egypt and Fla., 33124-6922.Letters may also be emailed to [email protected]. Pakistan are now strong allies in the war on terror. Libya is no Letters, with a suggested length of 300 longer a threat to the world. Our allies in Europe are standing words, must be signed and include a copy strong with the US in fighting terror. Our Asian allies never left Write a letter to the editor and see of your student ID card, phone number and our side. Now all we have to do is worry about Iran, Syria, and year in school. Anonymous letters will not North Korea. But we have only given President Bush four years. be accepted. Names may be withheld upon it published here. request at the discretion of The Hurricane. Let give him four more and see what he can do. The paper reserves the right to edit letters for clarity, brevity and accuracy. David Abroms can be contacted at d.abroms@umiami. edu. 6 EDITORIAL/OPINION THE MIAMI HURRICANE September 10, 2004 Cyan Magenta Yell Black ( Hurr7 )

OPINION Foaming at the mouth: We think we have it bad SPEAK P Despite the stress- Iraq in the month of August (1,100). At world has to offer. latest tech gadgets. We ought to see that What advice would es of everyday life the article’s end, he noted that Iraqi insur- Americans suffer from “bigger and children on the other side of the world are you give the foot- ball team tonght? that face the people gents are offering adolescent boys $150 to better syndrome.” We are constantly in coerced with payment to kill our service- Q of our country, at least throw grenades at U.S. patrols. motion to improve upon what we have. We men and women who were once accepted our children are not As the lives of Americans seem to do not take enough time to appreciate our as liberators by these same children. This throwing hand gre- abound with endless issues, there is current blessings; for most Americans, is not to say that our personal concerns nades. always something to remind us of how the glass is always half empty. While we are frivolous, but when we look outside SAM The problems that privileged we are in this country. Without are attempting to enhance the already the “bubble” of our beautiful UM campus, REGA burden the American a doubt, there are certain aspects of our satisfying lives of our citizens, we cannot we will understand that there comes a population became nation that need improvement, especially forget the choices that children of Iraq time when we should be satisfied with less important when I read about the for the children of our society. As presi- and Sudan make each day in order to what we have rather than always looking situation that faces Iraqi children. Karl dential candidates promise a better living survive another day. for more. DAPHNEE HUTCHINSON Vick, columnist for The Washington Post, environment for children and adults, we I realize that it is hard for all of us, Junior wrote an article on Sept. 4 detailing the need the occasional reminder that the including myself at times, to look beyond Sam Rega can be contacted at "No fancy stuff, just catch increased injury counts to U.S. troops in current state of our nation is the best the our need for designer clothes and the [email protected]. the ball, break some legs... you know, the usual.” President Bush’s message is crystal clear: I suck To understand the hypocrisy of the that the country clearly would not be able the federal govern- with President Bush’s speech to the RNC. Republican National Convention (RNC), to afford. ment, while the war Whether it was healthcare reform, educa- one has to look back on what President All that changed on Sept. 11, 2001. on terror and home- tion reform, social security reform, or Bush has accomplished these past four The horror of 9/11 gave the Bush land security remain national security reform, President Bush years: nothing (well, nothing of value, Administration a chance to organize itself under-funded, citing has failed to fund or ever present a plan anyway). and really accomplish something for the several instances (I for funding any of the things he promised SARA & SHAREFAH George W. Bush came to Washington American people. Yet, as we all know, LUKE have the list if you’d in 2000 and is again promising in 2004. as a minority president, lacking a clear President Bush suffocated his record- like it) when appro- Perhaps, next to “I suck,” a much more ALKANDARI KOSAR Sophomore/Freshman mandate from the voters as well as any high approval ratings to record lows with priations bills were succinct way of paraphrasing Bush’s mes- real experience in the political world his isolationist, “you’re either with us or brought to a screeching halt because sage, provided by The Daily Show’s Jon “Don’t even block the field outside the one full four-year term and against us” stance on fighting the global the Bush Administration and Senate Stewart, would be along the lines of this: goals. Sit down and watch them kick WIDE LEFT and half-term he served as governor of war on terror in this ever shrinking world. Republicans “warned that such spending Elect Bush so he can finish the things he WIDE RIGHT.” Texas and his failed run for the House of That is the Bush presidency in a nutshell: ‘[would] only expand the size of govern- never started. Representatives. the war on terror (which is now, appar- ment.’” Once elected, his administration had ently, un-winnable) and enormous tax We’ve seen this before with the Bush Luke Kosar can be contacted at no focus and no objectives except to cuts. Administration and the “No Child Left [email protected]. enact a series of ridiculous tax breaks The tax cuts have all but bankrupted Behind” Act, and we saw it again last week Terrorism in Russia: More murder without a cause With the three-year mark of Sept. 11 and teachers on the scare tactics since 9/11 to enact laws, attack. Yet we reserve the right to go MARLON JOSEPH approaching, we’re still not able to com- first day of school and the media has always been willing to into Afghanistan and Iraq and take the Junior prehend what happened in New York on in southern Russia. broadcast any hint of terrorism. Yet, many appropriate measures when it comes to “C’mon guys...win one for that weary fall morning. Life has gone A total of 424 inno- people don’t know that the U.S. and Great America safety. Dorsey.” on with the hope that everything pos- cent lives were lost Britain have granted political asylum to This isn’t something that should be an sible is being done to prevent terrorism, in a matter of three people directly connected to terrorists. issue in the upcoming election; instead, and that countries like Russia do all they SLAVA weeks. The U.S. encourages Russia to sit down this should be one of those eye open- can to fight their own terrorism. In the BORSHCHUKOV Little is heard and negotiate with Chechnya over a peace ing conversation topics like the Israeli- past three weeks Russia has endured about all of this in settlement; the U.S. has even held corre- Palestinian conflict, Tibet’s occupation, an unprecedented amount of terrorism, the U.S., since the media doesn’t fol- spondence with the rebel Chechnyan gov- and the vision of Castro’s demise that starting with a suicide bombing in a low issues that don’t concern American ernment. Our government has a policy of gets everyone worked up over. This con- Moscow subway station that led to 10 security. In fact, during the school siege not negotiating with terrorists, yet they flict, rarely mentioned in classrooms fatalities. The following week, two airline most people weren’t even aware of what act in the most hypocritical ways when it and almost never reaching the American CHELSEA CAMEAU jets went down along with the 89 pas- was happening because every TV station comes to their own interests. As Russia’s viewer, needs to be discussed on college Senior sengers aboard. Apparently two female was blasting fear-inducing images about President Putin responded in regards to campuses to generate interest and stimu- “Represent! If we lose I Chechnyan terrorists strapped them- the snail-paced breeze called Hurricane Western criticism, “Why don’t you meet late hope that peace can be resolved, for won’t be able to return selves with explosives and managed to Frances. I understand the need to inform Osama bin Laden, invite him to Brussels any neglect of worldly events such as this home; it’s populated by get themselves past airport security. The the public about their immediate safety, or to the White House and engage in only feeds our ignorance. those feathered freaks!”

final blow of Chechnyan terrorism came but the media also has a responsibility to talks, ask him what he wants and give it Speak Up answers are edited for at the cost of 326 victims, 150 of them report news of imminent danger around to him so he leaves you in peace?” Slava Borshchukov can be contact- clarity, brevity and accuracy. children, when 32 terrorists took hos- the globe. The U.S. wants Russia to act in a civil ed at [email protected]. compiled by DIEGO PERILLA tage of close to 1,200 students, parents, The current government has used manner when they are under constant

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EDGE Editor o on Lincoln Road, is a dynamic dining experience. A m From the glowing orange fluorescents to the l o The smell of garlic wafts through the air, coco- l metro tables and almost ground level seating, e n nut rice sticks gingerly to the gleaming white china, SushiSamba leaves nothing out, sparing nothing ' s and nearby a martini glass swirls with smooth red on their menu for Miami Spice Month. For lunch, liquid and mint leaves. For many, flipping a bill the first course is a choice between a field green of an upwards of $40 per plate isn’t always so salad or the “Lincoln Road” roll, a sushi roll filled affordable. To increase access to some of Miami’s with salmon, avocado, and tobiko — to name a MIAMI SPICE elite eateries, the Greater Miami Convention and few ingredients. After an entrée of Chicken Katsu RESTAURANT Visitors Bureau has organized a two-month long Don or Moqueca Vegetariana, lip-licking warm MONTH program called Miami Spice. Beginning on the chocolate banana cake or rice pudding harumaki Ends Sept. 30th first of August and ending September 30, 54 of will certainly settle the stomach. Visit www.miami Miami’s dining delicacies are offering three and For dinner, SushiSamba offers an array of restaurant four course meals for as low as $20.04 for lunch saw sushi, Miso-marinated Chilean sea bass, month.com and $30.04 for dinner. and again, either warm chocolate banana cake or for participating For food connoisseurs, lounge lovers, or those Strawberry-Asian Pear Shortcake. restaurants who just love good food, Miami Spice is advanta- Whether diners visit SushiSamba or any of geous. While most would think that the menu the other 54 restuarants dotted throughout the offered with the Miami Spice price would be sub- Miami Metro and surrounding areas, Miami Spice par to regular service, restaurants such as Azul, is a “program” that Miami residents should take Chef Allen’s, and The Forge still serve dishes that advantage of. Although some may find the lowered make mouths water just reading the ingredients. prices still too high, three course meals at restau- Roasted organic chicken, duck foie gras mousse rants where reservations are often made a month with crusty bread, grilled hog snapper with warm in advance are not something not to pass up. tomato salad and wasabi aioli: the list of tantalizing Information about Miami Spice and participat- combinations is almost never-ending, and those ing restaurants can be found at www.miamires- are just the entrees. taurantmonth.com.

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C D R E V I E W S By Matt Dingerdissen man in the 80s, complaining of Presidential Film Series DRIVE BY EDGE Writer the effects of Reaganomics on a lower class family. In that song, TRUCKERS The latest album from the Hood protests about “Double digit Brings Politics to the Screen HAUL OLD Drive By Truckers is a collection of unemployment, TVA be shutting unusual monologues and poems soon/While over there in Hunstville, FASHIONED with rough edges. Most of the they puttin’ people on the moon.” By Shawn Wines SOUTHERN songs are character pieces: some The song “Sands of Iwo Jima” EDGE Writer of southern stereotypes (tornado is probably the highlight of the ROCK victims and famous sheriffs) and album. It’s a portrait of a World THE BEST MAN (1964) others of unlikely individuals (war War II veteran from the point of veterans and Nascar fans). The Brilliant political novelist, playwright, and screenwriter Gore Vidal adapted view of his young nephew. The Dirty South sounds like a tradi- lyrics sound as though they were his own hit play into this attack on dirty politics. An elder and ailing president tional southern rock album, but actually written by an insightful refuses to support any of his party’s hopefuls for his successor, and five men the lyrics written by Mike Cooley 10 year old. vie for the nomination, which will almost certainly mean a victory in the election. and Patterson Hood are more than The Drive By Truckers are a Henry Fonda (The Grapes of Wrath) stars as the most moral of the candidates, ordinary. great D.I.Y. band from Muscle Monday, Sept. 13, and when he finds dirt on one of his rivals, he must decide how far he’s will- Cooley and Hood take turns Shoals, Alabama, and they have a singing over instrumentals led by 7:30 p.m. (Cosford) ing to go to become the president. The film, directed by Franklin J. Schaffner lot to say with their music. This CD three driving guitars. The heartfelt (Patton), explores the battle between his morality and his desire to win the will definitely appeal to more than inflection and Alabama twang in their core audience of tornado nomination. DRIVE BY their voices give their songs char- victims and Nascar fans. TRUCKERS acter, making it easy to believe that these guys are from the south. Matt Dingerdissen can be con- THE WAR ROOM (1993) The Dirty South “Puttin’ People on the Moon” reads tacted at m.dingerdissen@umiami. Chris Hegedus and D.A. Pennebaker, long known for their concert like an angry letter to a congress- edu. documentaries (Monterey Pop), turned their focus to politics in this Oscar- nominated look at Bill Clinton’s campaign for president in 1992. The featured players include campaign leader James Carville, press spokesman-turned By Marcus Washington definitely be heard on this album EDGE Writer along with other artists like Prince, political commentator George Stephanopoulos, and Clinton himself, as the PLANTLIFE Andre 3000 and Sleepy Brown. film gets inside their race for the White House and successfully examines the THROWS This is a test: Turn on the radio Before listening to the album on a inner workings of a political machine. Clinton’s staffers are forced to deal not DOWN to your favorite station. Listen to lyrical level, I was instantly hooked only with the other party (led by Carville’s future wife, Mary Matalin), but also it for three hours, and count how with the throwback feel of funk with the potentially disastrous charges of adultery levied against Clinton during FUNKY many times you hear the same music. All 19 tracks are organi- the campaign. song on their rotation. If it was cally made with the sole intention BEATS back in the day, you would have of making you feel good and want Monday, Sept. 20 only counted the song once, but to get up and dance. 7:30 p.m. (Cosford) for some reason, radio feels that Standout tracks include listeners like hearing the same infectious love groove, “When PRIMARY COLORS (1998) songs every hour. In an age where she smiles she lights the sky” This thinly veiled semi-biography on Bill Clinton follows a southern governor music is becoming homogenized which is self explanatory in the (John Travolta as Jack Stanton) in his campaign for the White House, as he and formulaic, it’s refreshing to title’s name. Other tracks like faces accusations of adultery and deals with the challenges presented by a hear artists who go against what “Got2Get2gether4Luv" and massive political race. Opponents dig up dirt and supporters refute it in the is considered “popular” and make “Beautiful Babies” are also per- endless political battle that defines any campaign. Director Mike Nichols (The music that comes from the heart. sonal favorites. The Plantlife’s The The Plantlife have done just that Return of Jack Splash will have Graduate) examines Travolta’s character from the perspective of husband, on their new album, The Return of anyone shakin’ to the funk beats. friend, and politician, and allows viewers to individually determine their feelings THE PLANT LIFE Jack Splash. about the man, instead of having the film tell them what to think. Kathy Bates Even though the pioneer of Marcus Washington can be con- turns in a great supporting role as Travolta’s longtime friend and adviser. Funk music— Rick James— has tacted at m.washington2@umiami. Monday, Sept. 27 passed away, his influence can edu. 7:30 p.m. (Cosford) Shawn Wines can be contacted at [email protected]

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“This year we definitely “FSU is FSU, we know seem a little stronger. Just in that they are going to be our time travel we have four strong and consistent.” guys that ran better than our — No. 1.” —TOM BERRY SPORTSFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2004 Hurricanes pumped for FSU THE MATCHUP By Darren Grossman Assistant Sports Editor The ’ initiation in the ACC will now UM VS. take place tonight, when they take on their biggest rival, the FSU . The 'Canes have won five in a row against the Seminoles One year after facing the brunt of Hurricane fans’ QUARTERBACK Chris Rix has never beaten Miami; in fact no one on and a school-record eight straight games on opening day. ire, a newly bearded Brock Berlin returns as FSU’s roster has ever beaten Miami. Rix, who has These are good signs for the No. 5 Hurricanes when they Miami’s field general. Monday night will tell whether seen more criticism than Berlin in his career, would meet the No. 6 Seminoles in the Orange Bowl. or not Berlin’s ability to avoid throwing EVEN love to finally get the big win, but he always seems has grown as much as his facial hair. If Berlin starts to make a fatal mistake against the 'Canes. Rix has “FSU is always a big rival, but this is an NFL-type foot- to approach last year’s 17 interceptions, Derrick a ton of athletic ability, but upstairs he has failed to ball game,” Kelly Jennings said. “I’ve tried to Crudup and Kyle Wright are ready to pounce. put it all together. just work on getting better in practice and not think about No one on the 'Canes has had a tougher road the RUNNING BACK Leon Washington and Lorenzo Booker provide one it yet, but a couple days before the game, it will sink in that past couple of years than Frank Gore. After shred- of the country’s most formidable one-two punches. we are playing on national television.” ding the ACLs in both his knees he finally looks Washington, a junior, averaged 5.2 yards per carry Miami beat the Seminoles twice last season, including fully recovered, confident and ready to show off his FSU last year while Booker who is only a sophomore, incredible talent. Tyrone Moss showed flashes of averaged 5.3 ypc. DAVID EPPOLITO/Hurricane Staff a 16-14 win in the FedEx Orange Bowl. As a matter of fact, READY: Brock Berlin prepares for FSU. brilliance as a freshman last year and has matured Florida State quarterback Chris Rix has never beaten the physically and mentally. Hurricanes in his entire career. With this being his senior season, it could be his last chance to beat Miami returns top receiver Ryan Moore, who claims Craphonso Thorpe is FSU’s biggest playmaker but the Hurricanes and get that monkey off his back once and for all. he is 100 percent healthy after suffering from a he is coming off of a broken leg suffered last sea- One thing that bodes well for the 'Noles is that they are 5-3 against the Hurricanes all-time when pulled hamstring and a shoulder injury. Roscoe son. If Thorpe is healthy, and he claims he is faster they open against Miami, although Miami has won the last two season openers against the 'Noles. Parrish will start opposite Moore, but look for now, he could give UM fits. Chauncey Stovall and Darnell Jenkins to explode onto the scene this year. sophomore Chris Davis can also provide fireworks Miami holds a 28-20 overall series lead. will start at tight end with freshman but FSU lacks a playmaking tight end. If the Hurricanes are going to win for the sixth straight time, they will need to be consistent on Greg Olson sharing minutes. both sides of the ball. Starting right tackle Rashad Butler is out with a OFFENSIVE LINE Alex Barron and Ray Willis provide All-American “Florida State is an outstanding team with great athletes, and obviously the coaching goes without fractured bone and left guard Tony Tella is just talent at the bookends for FSU. The rest of the line saying. It is going to be a tough, tough football game,” Head Coach said. “Florida State is returning after suffering from back problems. If returns experienced players as well, with Bobby a tough team, and that is the way they play. They are physical. We are going to have to respond, and Tella comes back at right tackle, the line will start Meeks and Matt Meinrod at the guard spots and pre-season All-American at left tackle, David Castillo at center. Injuries have hampered that has been the attitude we have been taking as coaches and as players.” a slimmed down (well, 334 lbs.) Andrew Bain next Meeks and Castillo but they should be okay by Rix has struggled as a Florida State starter. As the first ever four-year starter under Head Coach to him, veteran Joel Rodriguez at center, and Chris game time. Bobby Bowden, Rix, who has looked brilliant at times, has always been hapless against the Hurricanes. Myers at right guard. He has a 24-10 overall record as a starting quarterback, with four of his 10 losses coming against the anchors a fast, deep line that lost only DEFENSIVE LINE Seniors Eric Moore and Chauncey Davis provide Hurricanes. However, this year could be different. In fact, Florida State is predicted by most experts to to the NFL. Harris should fill Wilfork’s speed off of the edge while junior Brodrick Bunckley shoes well with his 6-4, 300 pound frame. Speed will plug up the middle as the nose guard. UM’s win the ACC this season over Miami, and the Seminoles BOWDEN SUFFERS TRAGEDY are actually rated higher in the Associated Press poll, rusher Javon Nanton now weighs 240 pounds, as offensive line will have to neutralize this line’s speed BEFORE BIG FOOTBALL GAME he and Baraka Atkins will start at the ends. Starting if they hope to give Berlin time to make throws. where the 'Noles are fifth. d-tackle pulled a muscle but “FSU is FSU, we know that they are going to be By Eric Kalis should play. strong and consistent, so we just have to make sure each Sports Editor Jon Vilma, the defense’s field general for three All the hype coming out of Tallahassee is over Ernie person on our team is ready for anything they throw our years, is gone to the NFL with fellow first-rounder Sims and A.J Nicholson being hailed as the best Florida State Head Coach Bobby way,” Jennings said. D.J. Williams. Enter Rocky McIntosh, Leon Williams thing since the Metrorail. Sam Mcgrew will man the Bowden will enter the Orange Bowl tonight and Tavares Gooden, who have patiently waited EVEN middle of the field with considerably less fanfare The Hurricanes will be looking for consistency from with a heavy heart after his grandson and their turns and are ready to continue UM’s line- than his inexperienced teammates. Buster Davis quarterback Brock Berlin. Also, the key in recent success former son-in-law died in a violent car backer tradition. McIntosh is the only one with will also see time in the middle. against Florida State has been Miami’s ability to run the crash Sunday during Hurricane Frances. extensive starting experience. football and play good defense. With the duo of Frank According to The Miami Herald, John Allen Madden, 45, and Bowden Madden, returns for his senior year with ven- SECONDARY Three of the four starters are seniors, with the one Gore and Tyrone Moss, the Hurricanes should be able 15, were hit by a utility truck on Interstate geance. Hailed as the best cornerback in the coun- exception being Pat Watkins, the playmaking junior to get the ground game going. As for the defense, the try, Rolle will lead a secondary that features emerg- free safety. Leroy Smith and Bryant McFadden 10 near Quincy, which is in Florida’s pan- ing star Greg Threat, who played his best game will start at the corners but nickel back Antonio inconsistent Rix could make its job easy, but if Rix is on, handle, and then skidded across the medi- against FSU last season, Brandon Meriweather at Cromartie, just a sophomore, may have the best the defense will have to step up and make plays. an into the oncoming traffic heading east. free safety, and the always-polite Kelly Jennings at playmaking ability of this unit. The two were killed upon impact. the other corner spot. “We want to win every game and play at a high level,” John Madden played four years for the Jennings said. “But we have been working two-a-days Seminoles, and was the starting center Kicker Jon Peattie was rock solid last year and the SPECIAL TEAMS Oh, the history. Senior Xavier Beitia has continued all summer to prepare our first game, which is FSU. We in 1980. He married Bowden’s daughter reason why the 'Canes didn’t lose a couple of close FSU’s tradition by missing two end-of-the-game Ginger in 1981. The two had reportedly games, including the Orange Bowl. Punter Brian field goals, wide-left in 2002, and wide right in prepare for the first game like it is the biggest game of Monroe has the leg but needs Peattie’s mind set last year’s Orange Bowl, which could have won the season, which is FSU so we will be ready.” divorced earlier this year. Earlier this week, University of Miami to improve on last year’s poor performance. Devin FSU both games. Beitia might sleep on Sunday Hester and are dynamite on kickoff night, but I doubt it. Chris Hall is new at punter and President Donna Shalala sent her condo- and returns, respectively. running back Leon Washington will return kicks Darren Grossman can be contacted at lences to the Bowden family on behalf of and punts. [email protected]. the entire school. Compiled by Nate Johnson

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Moss should start for 'Canes over injury-prone Gore Cross-country teams Commentary by Darren has now had two season-ending knee year, when he was completely healthy. I Grossman injuries, and that is a point of concern. saw the first guy to make contact with Assistant Sports Editor Despite what some people are claiming, Gore knock him down quite often, while aim for UM records it is nearly impossible to come back the Gore of old would have had those role model who’s not doing everything The running back position was hotly from major knee injuries and be the potential tacklers bounce off of him and Both men and right and also not succeeding, you contested this past off-season for the same player he was before getting hurt. left them in his dust. can be counterproductive to the team Hurricanes. Returning starter Frank Gore has had two major knee injuries, People say that Gore has more expe- women expect com- atmosphere.” Gore and sophomore Tyrone Moss were making his task even tougher because rience than Moss, but if you think about Besides guidance, the upperclass- battling for the starting job, although it he now has two bad knees. If you don’t that statement, is it really true? Moss petitive ACC meets men on both teams will provide the was clear that they would end up split- believe my point about knee injuries, just played in 11 games last season, aver- experience necessary to defeat their ting the tailback duties. ask Jamal Anderson, Garrison Hearst, aging almost five yards a carry. Gore By Antoinette Cordova Hurricane Sports Writer upcoming opponents. This combi- Thus, it doesn’t really matter who Terrell Davis and Robert Edwards about only played in five games last season, nation of experience and new talent the starter will be, as both men will coming back from a serious knee injury. and none the year before. Gore has not should lead both teams to success- see significant playing time this season, While all of these guys tried to come played a full season since his fresh- For the men and women’s cross ful seasons, specifically for Brutvan, assuming they are both healthy. back, ultimately, they were never the man campaign three years ago. So, the country teams, this season will mark the top finisher in all seven events at That being said, I am going to make same players. I believe that while Gore experience of Moss versus Gore is pretty a new journey, as they will compete in the FIU Invitational and Palm Beach my case for why Tyrone Moss should be may try to come back and show he is much a wash. the ACC for the first time. Its ultimate Atlantic Sailfish Invitational. Brutvan the Hurricanes’ starter. Now this column 100 percent, he will never truly be com- Overall, these are two talented players goal: making school history. hopes to be a force to reckon with, is not trying to say that Gore is not a pletely healthy again. in the backfield for the Hurricanes, but I This year, both teams will start as he comes off an injury recharged capable player, because I think he is a On the other hand, Moss has not have to take Moss over Gore because of anew with several freshmen newcom- after deciding not to compete in junior tremendously talented athlete who will had injury problems. He was healthy for Gore’s injury-riddled past and the fact ers. Unity will be essential for the up- nationals. help the Hurricanes. However, I will every game last season, and when given that I can’t trust a running back with Competition for argue reasons why I think Moss would the opportunity to play, Moss played two bad knees to take the pounding that the top spot will be be better suited to start and Gore to be a very well. As a matter of fact, Moss will be administered throughout the fierce for the men, change of pace off the bench. rushed the ball 107 times last season, season. Either way, best of luck to both especially for Berry, The first reason is durability. While which was more than Gore has done in guys and to the Hurricanes this upcom- the Hurricanes’ sec- Gore is immensely talented, his body the past two seasons. ing season. ond best finisher in is not capable of taking the pounding Maybe I am the only one who all seven events last that comes with being the starting run- noticed, but Gore was not breaking tack- Darren Grossman can be contacted at season. But moreso ning back each week. In addition, Gore les last season like he was his freshman [email protected]. than personal success, the concern is team strength and perfor- N A TIONAL S ECURITY A GENCY mance. “This year we definitely seem a little stronger, just in our time travel we have four guys that ran better than our No. 1,” Berry said. “So we are definitely going to DAVID EPPOLITO/Hurricane Staff have a stronger lead NSA is Coming to Your Campus! LEADER OF THE PACK: As cross country begins their sea- pack as opposed to Join us and learn about NSA...where intelligence goes to work. son, goals of improved speed and stronger packs abound. Brutvan all the way in You’ll have the opportunity to talk with our recruiters, get to know the front and the rest in the back. 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14 SPORTS THE MIAMI HURRICANE September 10, 2004 Cyan Magenta Yell Black ( Hurr15 ) Etc. Just a friend, or just gay... V has the answers POLICE BEAT Dear V, no means a “fag hag.” The other night one of my gay friends spent the Pick up the paper every Friday to read the Public Safety call log and About a month ago I met this really great night at my place. I figured that he would crash on the couch, but later learn ways to protect yourself and your belongings. DEAR guy. We’ve been inseparable ever since. I mean, that night he came into my room and crawled into bed with me. I was TUESDAY AUGUST 31 we cook together, study together, go out together awakened by his roving hands on my body and his lips trying to kiss and sleep together - that is stage one drowsiness mine! I was so shocked that I turned over and pretended to sleep, but he 12:16 a.m. 5185 Ponce De Leon Theft to stage five R.E.M. sleep! He just got out of a very still continued to caress me. The next morning I pretended that noth- 1:17 a.m. 1231 Dickinson Dr. Assault long-term relationship and even refers to me as ing had happened, but should I continue to let our incident lie low or V THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 1 his “emotional girlfriend,” but at the same time he sleeps naked with me should I bring it up with him? and is very touchy feely. Nothing physical has happened between the --What’s up with boys these days? 11:39 a.m. 5665 Ponce De Leon Hit and Run two of us, yet I know for a fact that his ex still exists on the side. I don’t 2:43 p.m. 1530 Liguria Ave. Burglary want to ruin our friendship, but I can’t take these mixed signals! Help! What’s up, 2:48 p.m. 5183 Ponce De Leon Theft --Ugh. Unless your very curious friend happens to lay his hands upon 7:00 p.m. 1231 Dickinson Dr. Theft you again (and the chances are he’s very embarrassed about what he SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3 Ugh, did), I would definitely just let it lay low. Save him, yourself, and your I don’t think that you and the un-buckin’ bronco are co-existing friendship the blatant awkwardness of the incident and move on. 6:15 p.m. 1231 Dickinson Dr. Burglary in a mutual friendship. Bottom line - the boy is using you, and even However, if there is even the slightest bit of sexual tension between 8:35 p.m. 1231 Dickinson Dr. Theft worse, toying with you. His teasing has gotten to the point where it’s the two of you, speak up for heaven’s sake! You deserve to know MONDAY SEPTEMBER 5 just plain mean. And if his ex is still sittin’ pretty on the side? - well what’s up, and hopefully he’ll feel comfortable enough around you harrumph! Bottom line, either clean up the friendship to a non- to tell you his deal. 6:34 p.m. 5200 University Dr. Burglary naked event or dump it. There are plenty of boys who will not only --V sleep naked with you, but get frisky too. Meow! WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 7 --V See you next week, my troubled ones 3:39 p.m. 5615 Pavia St. Theft

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September 10, 2004 THE MIAMI HURRICANE SPORTS 15 Be there as your University of Miami Go ‘Canes! Hurricanes take on the Florida State University Seminoles

Arrive early! Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and September 10, 2004 Metrorail passes will be available at Univer- at the Orange Bowl sity Station beginning at 4:00 p.m. Kickoff is at 8:00 p.m. Wear Orange! This season opener is the first ACC game televised on Monday Night G No saving seats! Have a valid ’Cane Card! Make sure you O paid the Athletic Fee Student section is for current students only! No alumni or outside guests will be ad- C mitted No backpacks! Large bags will not be A allowed in the stadium Be responsible! Demonstrate good behav- ior and sportsmanship before, during and N after the game

Security will be present! Fans will be E ejected for misuse of ’Cane Card, visible intoxication, disruptive behavior and anything S obscene