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MHMC- Commercial Template Doc Size 11.25” X 14” Image Area 10.375 x 11.75 CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACK 1 October 8 - 10, 2007 THE MIAMI HURRICANE NEWS 1 MHMC- Commercial Template Doc Size 11.25” X 14” Image Area 10.375 x 11.75 CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACK 2 pagetwo information you need what’s going on? newsbriefs OCT TODAY SpectrUM is hosting a “Come Out, Chill UMNEWS 8 Out BBQ” at the Pearson volleyball courts from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Students Research associate honored for research on sickle cell disease may stop by for food and a game of volleyball between classes. Dr. Astrid K. Mack, research associate profes- Hamilton was the fi rst president of the Mack joined the faculty of the Miller School sor of medicine and associate dean for minority Dade County Sickle Cell Foundation, which Mack of Medicine to help lead the Sickle Cell Center. Books & Books is hosting a book sign- affairs at the University of Miami Miller School of launched as an outgrowth of UM’s Comprehen- Mack has been associate dean for minority affairs ing at 7:30 p.m. with Frank Romano, Medicine, accepted the Clay Hamilton Memorial sive Sickle Cell Center. Hamilton was also a board since 1988, and he currently directs programs author of “Storm Over Morocco.” His Hope Award for his research on sickle cell disease. member of the HSC, the Miami-based nonprofi t intended to support minority students as they book recounts his spiritual voyage Mack accepted the award on Sept. 29 during organization that aims to create a more just, pursue careers in the health sciences. to the Middle East, and he presently the Human Services Coalition (HSC) Blueprint for equitable and caring society. “Astrid Mack is a valuable asset to the Miller organizes and participates in interfaith Prosperity dinner. The Clay Hamilton Memorial Hope Award School of Medicine and just as important to the events in Israel and Palestine. “I am humbled and honored to receive represents the goals of the HSC, which was community he calls home,” said Dr. Pascal J. this award, especially since it is now named in founded over a decade ago. Since then the Goldschmidt, senior vice president for medical OCT TUESDAY honor and memory of my good friend Clayton HSC has championed progress in the minority affairs and dean of the medical school, The Her- The Wellness Center is hosting Hamilton, who actually submitted my name for community, which Mack achieved through his ald reported. “His success has been remarkable. 9 “Weight Loss: Why We Fail and How this award,” Mack said in his acceptance speech, groundbreaking work on sickle cell disease and Sixty percent of participants in his programs have to Succeed” from noon to 1 p.m. in the The Miami Herald reported on Oct. 4. “I learned I his contributions to Miami’s African-American gone on to receive medical degrees and, overall, Wellness Center classroom 1. would be receiving this honor just a day or two community. Sickle cell disease, which is charac- about 90 percent have entered health professions before Clayton’s untimely death, and I accept it in terized by misshapen blood cells, most common- and the biomedical sciences.” Hillel is hosting “Sukkah Lounge,” his memory.” ly affects people of African-American descent. featuring sushi, hooka and live Brazil- ian music, from 8 to 11 p.m. Web site ranking ‘tenacious’ women: Shalala has ‘moxie’ OCT WEDNESDAY UM’s United Way Campaign will host LifeMoxie! Enterprises ranked University of “I picked these particular women not programs and mentoring geared towards gaining “Taste of UM” from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Miami President Donna E. Shalala No. 22 on its because they were the most well-known, but professional skills. Tardy has presented the 1 0 annual list of 25 women with the most “moxie,” a because each one of them demonstrated an LifeMoxie! program at prestigious institutions such Miller School Wellness Center, room C. UM-approved catering vendors slang word meaning the ability to face diffi culties extraordinary amount of moxie, often in the face as NASA and Harvard. will provide a variety of free food with spirit and courage. of incredible opposition,” said Ann Tardy, founder Tardy said she launched the annual award samples ranging from pasta to paella. The Web site describes these women as and CEO of LifeMoxie! Enterprises, in a press re- to honor women who demonstrate an abundance Admission is free, but donations will “unstoppable, tenacious, determined, adventur- lease. “They serve as models to the rest of us and of moxie in how they live and work, as well as in be accepted. ous and bold.” Shalala was listed along with well- show how to bounce back, say ‘yes’ to opportuni- the contributions they make to both the local and known women including Madonna, Hillary Clinton, ties, ask for what they want and walk forward in international community. CAC is screening “Hot Fuzz,” starring J.K. Rowling and Eleanor Roosevelt, as well as the face of fear.” To view the complete list of the 25 women Simon Pegg and Nick Frost, from 8 lesser-known women such as journalist Lisa Ling After her career as a lawyer in Silicon Val- with the most moxie, follow the link from this to 10 p.m. at the Cosford Cinema. UM and environmental activist Laurie David. ley, Tardy began the company to provide tools, article on www.TheMiamiHurricane.com. students are admitted free with ‘Cane Card. ETC. SpectrUM is hosting Gay and Lesbian Flu vaccines will be available during the Benefi ts Fair from Oct. 15 through Oct. 19. Visit www.miami.edu/health-safety for more information. 101 in UC 245 at 8 p.m. as part of Com- ing Out Week. ON THE COVER Soaking up the sun: A group of sunbathers catch some rays by the UC pool. Photo by Matt Wallach. 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Compiled by Karyn Meshbane from the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. MARISSA GUTHERZ // Hurricane Staff WHO LOVES THE SUN: Habitual tanners may need to reconsider the effects of South Florida weather. However, several recent studies have April Neuman, a senior, enjoys Florida side” of Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD.