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September 20, 2004 Volume 15, Issue 2

Dalai Lama Gives NSU a Rising star of women’s golf Lindsey “Peace” of His Mind Colbert Page 8 His Holiness visits Broward for first time for NSU lecture

MTV Music Video Awards Shine

Page 9

By Taylor Williams Photo of the Dalai Lama by Sonam Zoksang Graduate Assistant for Student Media and Marketing

The 14th Dalai Lama, a Ti- “This visit comes at a very betan Buddhist leader, is the third appropriate time with significantly Insight into most recognizable man on the polarized views,” Executive Direc- planet, behind the Catholic Pope tor of University Relations Dave Buddhism and President George W. Bush. Dawson said. “The Dalai Lama His Holiness’ message of world represents mankind’s point of By Javeshnev Aimee Rivera-Azua peace and human connection has view, and his message will allow News Editor changed the lives of millions inter- us to stop and reflect on what is Suspense hung in the air while Rosie Rallies nationally, and earned the leader important.” students and faculty fidgeted and for Rights the Nobel Peace Prize. This spiri- The event also included fussed over preparations. The secret tual icon made history with his first the blessing of a Buddhist Prayer service escorted the Dalai Lama onto visit to Broward County when he Wheel that was created by Tibetan the Nova Southeastern University Main Page 13 addressed guests at the September metal smiths and monks for NSU. Campus at 10 a.m. this past Saturday, 18 lecture at Nova Southeastern Philanthropist Albert J. Miniaci September 18. Guarded as a Head of University. has donated this interactive spiri- State, His Holiness the Dalai Lama is “We are extremely honored tual tool, and it will be available for regarded as the embodiment of the 14th that His Holiness has agreed to use by the community in NSU’s Dalai Lama Avalokiteshvara (“Ocean of grace the citizens of Broward library. The Prayer Wheel contains County with his presence and mes- millions of prayers that are sent Wisdom”). sage of hope,” NSU President Ray out into humanity once the wheel Since his last visit to Florida in Ferrero, Jr. said. “It is fitting that is spun. 1999, this was His Holiness’ first stop an institution of higher education In recognition of his hu- on his multi-country visit to the Ameri- like Nova Southeastern Univer- manitarian efforts, His Holiness cas and the Caribbean. The purpose of sity, which is focused on bringing received an honorary Doctorate his tour is to promote the discipline of Feature people together for the exchange of of Humane Letters from President Buddhism. “We have within us the seed Sections knowledge, should be the host of Ferrero. of purity, the essence of a One Gone Sports . . . . 7 this historic event.” “NSU is proud to have of- Thus (Tathagatagarbha), that is to be The Dalai Lama program be- fered His Holiness the Dalai Lama, transformed and fully developed into gan at 9:30 a.m., with His Holiness a man who has done so much to Buddhahood,” which is the practice A&E ...... 9 scheduled to speak at 10 a.m. NSU further peace and tolerance in of cleansing an impure body to a pure hosted over 10,000 guests under a the world, an honorary degree,” spirit, as clearly stated by the Dalai Opinion . . 12 specially constructed amphitheatre President Ferrero said. “His teach- Lama in his narration “OM MANI in front of the Alvin Sherman Li- ings, based on mutual respect and brary, Research, and Information compassion, are the hallmark of Knightlife . 13 Technology Center. His Holiness civilized society and speak to the See BUDDHISM not only shared a prepared speech, heart of our community.” Page 3 but he also answered locally derived questions for 30 minutes after the conclusion of his lecture. 2 The Knight September 20, 2004

Editor’s Note

Amanda Brown Editor-in-Chief

Dear NSU Community,

We had a couple of letters to the editor after the first issue, which is actually a great sign! It proves that people are not only looking at The Knight, but also critically reading it and caring about its content. With success comes responsibil- ity, and The Knight’s responsibility has certainly grown. We appreciate and highly encourage letters to the editor. We need to know what the readers would like, do not like, recommend, etc. We read and consider every letter sent. Even though every letter is not published, it is still highly valued and appreciated. Please do send in your letters, opinion pieces, comments, etc. to [email protected].

Thank you,

Amanda N. Brown

Corrections In the September 13 issue, Frances was misspelled on page 1. On page 13 of the September 13 issue, the names of three PAKSA members were spelled incorrectly. They are Humera Ali, Saima Rafiq, and Kiran Sheikh. On page 5 of the September 13 issue, in the article “Teaching Excellence at Nova Southeastern Univer- sity,” Swaziland was referred to as a country in South Africa. However, it is a country in Southern Africa. September 20, 2004 The Knight 3 Race for the White House Gets Dirty Personal attacks over issues define 2004 election

By Greg Kyriakakis Staff Writer The Republicans held their 9/11- Vietnam has become a central prior service is irrelevant” and that the A lesser-addressed, yet impor- themed convention in New York issue in a presidential campaign 30 focus should be on the issues currently tant, issue is gun control, namely the City from August 30 to September years after the fact. Kerry has used his facing the nation. September 13 expiration of the 10- 2. Moderate, high profile Republicans Vietnam service as a key component Personal attacks are becoming year Assault Weapons Ban signed by such as California governor Arnold in his campaign, and Republicans have more prevalent and stunningly biting President Bill Clinton, the termination Schwarzenegger and former New York elected to attack it. Most notably, Swift as Election Day nears. Vice President of which will allow for the sale of 19 City mayor Rudy Giuliani delivered Boat Veterans for Truth, a “527” orga- Dick Cheney has come under fire for previously banned weapons. Bush says speeches aimed at swing voters. Presi- nization comprised of men who served remarks regarding the election, saying, he would have signed the bill if passed dent George W. Bush formally accepted with Kerry in Vietnam, launched an “If we make the wrong choice, then by Congress, but made no push to get the nomination on the final day of the ad campaign because, as Spokesman the danger is that we’ll get hit again,” it through. Pressure from lobby groups convention and outlined plans to fight John O’Neill says, they “resent very fueling speculation that the Bush Ad- like the NRA and members of Congress the war on terror, promote ownership, deeply the false war crimes charges he ministration is using fear to win the that are opposed to the ban have held and reform education. Some thought made coming back from Vietnam in White House. Reuters reports that it up. Kerry has already begun using the party was playing on the emotions 1971.” It was later revealed that many Cheney later clarified his statement, the lapse as a campaign issue, as the of the attacks to win support. D.A., of these men were not present during saying Bush’s policy of pre-emption Associated Press quotes him as saying, a junior at NSU says, “the Republi- the incident that earned Kerry three is effective against terrorism. A Kerry “George Bush made a choice today. He cans are using the sympathy of 9/11 Purple Hearts, a story they claimed he spokesman responded that the senator chose his powerful friends in the gun for votes” at a convention that was fabricated. President Bush condemns “will hunt down and kill the terrorists lobby over the police officers and the void of any mention of Osama Bin all “527” groups, but would not specifi- before they get us.” In another inci- families he promised to protect.” In Laden. Directly following the event, cally address the Swift Boat Veterans. dent, Bush also attacked Kerry, stating contrast, a National Institute of Justice a Newsweek poll found Bush leading Bush’s National Guard service that Saddam Hussein would still be in study found that “there has been no dis- Democratic challenger John Kerry by has also been an issue of recent weeks power if the senator had his way. This cernible reduction in the lethality and 11%, a number that has since dropped as new documents obtained by CBS brings into question whether Kerry’s injuriousness of gun violence” because to 6%. News raise questions as to whether he policies regarding Iraq have been clearly of the bill. Still, students like Naku The Democrats held their conven- skipped his duties and received special established. Kitoye believe “they shouldn’t have let the As- tion in Boston, on July 26 through July treatment because of family ties. The Naku, a freshman at NSU, thinks, sault Weapons Ban expire,” a sentiment 29, at which time Kerry accepted his validity of the documents is a concern, “Kerry hasn’t talked enough about what shared by many police agencies fearful party’s nomination and promised to and the White House has produced he would have done about Iraq.” For of these deadly weapons reappearing strengthen the economy, defeat terror- files validating Bush’s service. As both parties, winning votes will come on the streets. ism, and win back America’s credibility this story continues to unfold, NSU from clearly defining platforms and in the world. sophomore Mary Charles feels “their getting to the truth of harsh rhetoric.

BUDDHISM Need a pet-sitter? continued from page 1 Looking for a study partner? Promotion of “Universal Responsibliity” Have something to is the Dalai Lama’s main goal sell?

Place a classified PADME HUM.” to globalize the conception of peace, ad in “Regardless of the city, state, or what he calls the “Universal Re- The Knight! or country to which His Holiness sponsibility.” According to the Dalai travels, his objectives are always global Lama, if the authentic Buddhism of in scope,” said Mr. Nawang Rabgyal, Tibetan Lamas is disintegrated from representative of His Holiness the Da- the surface of the Earth, the loss will lai Lama to the Americas, in the NSU bring an imbalance that will leave us Reasonable Rates News e-Bulletin. all responsible for its effects. Call (954) 262-8461 The Dalai Lama’s objective is for details The Dalai Lama Photo courtesy Robert-Zeller.com 4 The Knight September 20, 2004

Left: Residents of Beslan mourn over the lives lost. Above: Frantic relatives hunted for their loved ones amid the confusion. Below: Desperately scanning lists of victims, individuals search for familiar names. Bottom: Russian commandos stormed the building in an unplanned response to the sudden violence. Photos courtesy BBC news. Terror in Russia: Over 300 Killed; More Than 700 Wounded in Russian Standoff By Rafia Chodhry Staff Writer

Wednesday, September 1, rebels Bush called it “another grim reminder took hostage of a southern school for of the length to which terrorists will go three days in Beslan, Russia. On the to threaten this civilized world.” third day, commandos stormed into A day after the tragedy, shocked the school gymnasium after bombs, relatives drifted among row after row which had been hung from basketball of bodies in black or clear plastic body hoops by the hostage-takers, started bags on a pavement at a morgue in exploding. Vladikavkaz, the capital of North Os- Regional Emergency Situation setia, where the dead from the school Minister Boris Dzgoyev reported that standoff were taken. Other relatives in 332 people, including 156 children, Beslan scanned lists of the deceased to were killed, and more than 700 were see if their loved ones had survived the injured during the standoff. In addi- tragedy. tion, heavily armed men and women Currently, investigation is un- were killed in 10 hours of battles that derway. Officials are inquiring whether shook the area around the school with the authorities had prior knowledge gunfire and explosives. They were re- about the attack and what the govern- portedly demanding independence for ment is doing to alleviate the situation the Chechen Republic, said Dzgoyev in in Chechnya, where deadly fight- The Herald. Many Russians believe this ing continues daily. In addition, the is the cause of a decade old Russian- Foreign Prime Minister and Russia is Chechen conflict and has some connec- currently in the process of extraditing tion with the war in Chechnya. people who they believe are linked with Russian President Vladimir terrorism, including Chechen rebel Putin went on National Television Sep- representatives Akhmed Zakayev and tember 4 promising to toughen security Ilyas Akhmadov. forces and eliminate corruption. The event also had strong opposition from various government officials. President

At a Glance P POccurred Wednesday, September 1, 2004 PLasted three days in Beslan (Russia’s North Ossetia region) PApproximately 1,200 innocent civilians held hostage PAt least 339 people killed, of which 171 were children PAt least 10 Arabs among the terrorists September 20, 2004 The Knight 5 Fences Make Way for New University Center $52 million facility expected to be completed December 2005

By Rafia Chodhry Staff Writer

For many students, fences around racket ball courts, a rock climbing wall, and campus appeared out of thin air. They much more. The intercollegiate athletic pro- went to bed hoping to wake up to another gram will have an arena that will be capable exciting day on NSU’s campus, but in- of holding 4,000 for intercollegiate athletic stead many have felt like they were being contests or up to 5,000 if we bring in con- herded like sheep with all the fencing. certs. There will be a whole performing arts “I feel like a trapped hamster,” said wing that will host music and drama, there Claudia Harris, a freshman at NSU. “All will be a recital hall, and the general student the fencing is an inconvenience. I feel as piece will include a new and improved flight if soon I am going to get hit by a car.” deck.” “It sucks!” was the reaction of The Rosenthal Building will be in- Christian Sippus, a Junior at NSU. “What corporated into the new University Center, purpose does it have if you can’t drive up while the RecPlex will be demolished. “The to bookstore or cafeteria?” old RecPlex is scheduled to be torn down at the end of the project,” said Deam Williams. Although the fencing might be an Above: inconvenience to many, there is a logical The old RecPlex is eight years old and is re- Students walk explanation behind it, one which is of best ally a cinder block building, while Rosenthal between walls of interest to NSU students. would blend in well.” fencing en route Site work has already begun for a For those students interested in to the Rosenthal 260,000 square foot, $51 million Univer- knowing the status of whether signs will be building. Photo put up for directions, the answer is yes. “There by Rafia Chodhry. sity Center to be built on NSU’s campus. Left: The current “Site work will take approximately 90 are signs and they are going to be put up,” said Dean Williams. “I spoke with facilities construction days,” said Brad Williams, Dean of Stu- map, showing dent Affairs. “Then there will be bulldoz- management and there was a delay in signs off-limits areas. ers, and soon extraction will begin, with most attributed to the fist hurricane. There Image courtesy the idea of completion to be in December will not only be signs, but also maps which NSU website. of 2005, which is not very long to com- will say, ‘You are here’ and this is the way to plete a building of that size and scope.” get to your destination.” The center will feature a wellness Overall, NSU is asking everyone to and fitness center, performing arts center, be patient and tolerant about the rerouting food courts, traditional student union, and construction. “Before you know it, the and a convocation center sports arena, University Center will be complete,” said the second largest of its kind in Broward John J. Santulli, Associate Vice President of County. “The recreation and wellness will Facilities Management. “We’re excited. Are create a fitness center for students that will you?” be beautiful!” said Dean Williams. “There will be exercise machines, a weight room, NSU’s Tri-County Policy Crowds Dorms Crowded dorms, lack of choices has some students questioning policy’s validity By Rafia Chodhry Staff Writer Students living in double dorms with 0 to 48 credit hours to live on feels that the policy should be invali- stated that Residential Life and Hous- should consider themselves lucky. campus. Unless the student is mar- dated. “The whole point of the college ing is in the process of starting to move There are students living on NSU’s ried, over the age of 25, or can reside experience is to learn to live on your students out of those triples and into campus that do not have the option of with their immediate family (mother, own. If you want to make the decision the doubles. one roommate. Instead, they are living father, or legal guardian) within the – seeing how we all are legally adults Despite the fact that action is three per dorm in dorms that are built tri-county (Broward, Miami-Dade, and – to live someplace else, off campus being taken to disperse students living to only accommodate two students. Palm Beach), the student must live on or near to campus, that should be our three per dorm into double dorms, “It’s very frustrating living in campus. decision, not NSU’s.” some students feel that NSU’s policy is a triple dorm,” said Juliann Baxter, a “It’s a university-wide decision,” Even though there are some of a greater advantage to NSU itself. freshman at NSU. “We split the closet said Lua Hancock, Director of Residen- students who do get along fine with “I suppose in the long run, and everything, but I guess the person tial Life and Housing. “Basically, it’s their roommates, many wouldn’t mind what it breaks down to, this is the best that came last really didn’t have any the philosophy of the university that not having to share one bathroom with policy for NSU in terms of econom- input into what went on. The dorms are students receive an overall educational three other people. “I am happy with ics, because they make more money built for only two people. There are two experience. That educational experience my roommates,” said Peter Clayton, a the more people that are living in the dressers, two desks, and two closets, comes from both inside and outside the sophomore at NSU. “But if given the residential halls,” said Clayton. “Of so you can’t live with three people in classroom. We believe that the educa- option to go into a double dorm instead course, it does save you, because the a room, especially three girls, because tion and experience they gain in the of a triple, I would have definitely elect- cost of the dorm is divided into three as girls need their space. There is never a residential hall is extremely important ed a double. Just for the convenience. opposed to two. But either way, it still quiet moment in this room. There is and is part of their experience here as In triple dorms, we aren’t even provided guarantees that NSU has a full house always somebody here; if you want to a college student and becoming part of the extra desks and drawers for the third as opposed to dorms that are vacant.” be alone, you can never be alone.” the college culture. So, although we are person. I suppose if NSU didn’t make The main cause of overcrowd- somewhat crowded, it’s not that bad.” it mandatory for students (who live ing could be due to NSU’s policy, It may be a university require- outside the tri-county area) to stay on which requires all Farquhar College ment, but many students do not under- campus, then it would have freed up a of Arts and Sciences Professional and stand the reasoning behind this policy. whole lot of space.” When questioned Liberal Studies undergraduate students Lawanda Maxwell, a freshman at NSU, about the overcrowding, Hancock 6 The Knight September 20, 2004

Gas Shortage:

Frances Threat of and the Gas Frenzy Hurricane

By Nicolle Garber Staff Writer Season Gas Stations across Florida – South Florida in particular – lacked one ma- Still jor component as Frances approached: gas. Gas was sold out for a few days when radios and broadcasting cen- Looms ters frantically announced for residents to stock up on it. Long lines trailed through gas stations and out towards By Greg Kyriakakis streets as motorists lined up, Staff Writer some waiting patiently while Hurricane Frances taught NSU students important lessons about hurricane preparation and surviving uncom- others perpetuated the “bad fortable conditions. While many evacuated the campus, some students who were far from home had no option driver” stereotype. but to ride out the storm in Goodwin Hall’s sturdy hallways. Some stocked up on essentials – canned foods and On the road, some driv- bottled water – while others took the hurricane and its threat too lightly. Since hurricane season continues through November 30, it’s important for students to be ready for anything. ers were seen with gas caps open, gas ready to spill out at the next turn. Many encoun- Jenet George Tiffany Goldwater tered long lines, but some Coral Springs resident Pembroke Pines resident were lucky. “I actually didn’t On Frances: On Frances: “I was very prepared with supplies, and our have long lines because I went “We were prepared with plenty of canned foods. We were lucky; we didn’t lose house was protected with metal shutters. two days before,” says fresh- power.” Our power went out about 6 hours into the man Jennifer Tejada. After How will you prepare for future hurricane, so we went to the Marriot, which about three days, gas stations hurricanes?: took our pets.” could be seen with yellow tape “We’re already set for Ivan. We still have How will you prepare for future hurricanes?: bottles of water, candles, and canned foods.” “They’re inevitable in South Florida. We’ve left our shutters wrapped around the pumps up for now.” and signs that read “NO Gas.” The stations were completely Chip Saleem Sheikh Gabriel Jimenez Pembroke Pines empty; motorists devoured Goodwin Hall resident Goodwin Hall resident resident every ounce of gas they could On Frances: On Frances: On Frances: “It wasn’t terrible fill their tanks with, disregard- “I actually didn’t “We put up shutters staying on the 2nd floor, ing the insanely high price for prepare for Frances, I and it never came; west side. The other just got soda and chips. I almost fell off the the resource. floors were stricter; they Unfortunately, I got ladder. My dad is the The unreasonable prices had to use the RA’s tired of eating that junk shutter Nazi.” still have people complaining. bathroom! We had all week.” How will you prepare for future TV and cards in the “I hate them. [Prices are] way How will you prepare for future hurricanes?: hallway; it was fun.” too high; I thought we went hurricanes?: “I won’t put up storm shutters ever How will you prepare for future to Iraq to lower them,” says “I’d go to Publix earlier and buy more again. Ivan doesn’t scare me.” water. But still, bring on the hurricane. hurricanes?: senior Kyle Dacosta. Others I’m not afraid of Mother Nature.” “Stock up on water and non-perishable Individual photos by Greg Kyriakakis. share the same opinion, but foods, but not Spam.” Ivan satellite photo courtesy National without such zeal. “I think it’s Hurricane Service crazy, that’s all,” says Freshman Kristine Santos. Some gas sta- tions allegedly told customers “Benjamins” Distributed Across Campus that the regular gas was sold out in order to make consum- Organizations across campus recieve funds from SGA ers buy much higher priced By Javeshnev Aimee Rivera-Azua premium gas. News Editor After a couple of days of rushing to the nearest station The Student Government Asso- unite the campus as a community.” approved, all the organizations have to ciation met on Sunday, September 11, SGA wants the clubs and organiza- do come time of their event is pick up as though the world was com- a few days before Hurricane Ivan passed tions to benefit from this money. As their money here from our Accounts ing to an end, the commotion by. It was a hectic procedure that had best as they can, they will allocate the Analysts,” stated Morrow. settled as many finally had been postponed twice before because money by considering the needs of the The SGA has always divided the a full tank. As of now, the of hurricanes. The Nova Southeastern organizations. disbursement of the $100,000 in two: honeymoon from the tax-cut is University SGA was given a task of Every year, NSU disburses $60,000 for the Fall semester, and over, and the reality of having “allocating 100,000 dollars towards $100,000 to the SGA, money that the $40,000 for the Winter semester. The to pay almost twenty dollars to anything they want. … They can do organizations can benefit from – not unequal allotment is due to the fact that fill up half a tank is back and anything with the 100,000; they have as a crutch, but as help up towards a more events occur during the Fall se- despised more than ever. the power, but they want to fulfill their better budget for their organizations. mester, such as holiday events and this two goals,” stated Terry Morrow, Assis- The organizations within NSU have a year’s upcoming Homecoming Ball. tant Director to Student Activities and certain budget for each of their events. Leadership Development. “Two goals, Each organization “gives the SGA the yes: to be the voice of the students and budget they need for their club, and if September 20, 2004 SportsThe Knight 7 Page 7

Men’s Soccer: Undefeated NSU Men’s soccer begins the season with a record of 4-0

By Alicia Winslett Sports Editor

The Nova Southeastern University men’s soccer team is now 4 and 0 in their season so far. The team is now ranked 18th after their win over the Ouachita Baptist University Tigers (0-4) by a score of 3-1. The soccer team competed in Arkadelphia, Ark. on the Friday, September 10 . Simin Schmitz, Anna Schmidtmann, Victoria Drescher, Jessica Homerlein, Coach Michael Coleman, Michelle Alvarez, Stefanie Senior Rasmus Jespers- Gribi, Andrea Moncada, Stephanie Zevallos. Photo by Alicia Winslett en (Frederiksberg, Denmark) and Andrew Morris (Coventry, England) scored the first two goals for NSU. Rasmus scored Women’s Tennis Team: High his first goal in the 17th minute of the game with an assist from Cronin. Sophomore forward Hopes for Second Season Lorcan Cronin (Dublin, Ire- land) scored his second game- New Recruits and Transfers Help Bring winning goal of the season. He was given an assist by one of his Diversity and Talent to Team teammates, scored in the 34th By Alicia Winslett minute of the game. Cronin Sports Editor scored his game-winning goal after he took a throw in by Eric Naples, a sophomore from This is only the second year for the tive. We want to be very positive and and compete.” Houston, Texas. He curled the Nova Southeastern University’s wom- go far.” Anna Schmidtmann is a trans- shot from the left corner of the en’s tennis team. This season, they have The women have been practic- fer student originally from Germany. penalty area and inside the right four returning players, with the rest of ing for about three weeks at the tennis Her goals this year are to, “Stay up on post. Cronin is now leading the women either being new incoming courts behind the elementary school the court and fight, do what we can the team with 2 goals and 4 as- freshmen or transfer students. on campus. After BCC finishes resur- do.” sists. There are twelve people on the facing their courts, the women will be This year is Coach Michael In the second half, the roster this year, doubling the size of practicing there. They will be playing Coleman’s second year with the wom- Tigers scored to cut their deficit the team they had last year. Michelle in 3-5 matches in the fall, all as indi- en’s tennis team. “This year, we had to just one goal. They scored Alvarez is a senior this year on the viduals. They play mostly Division time to recruit and not just solely from a long throw-in from team. Last year, she was the number II teams, along with some Division I recruit off campus, so we’re looking Mark Leonard and headed by one player for the Knights. Previous teams. Their first match will be this forward to the year. We have good po- David Cook in the 74th min- to playing for the Knights, she played weekend in Jacksonville, FL. tential to be competitive and to be seen ute. in high school in Southern California. Andrea Moncada transferred more by other teams,” Coach Cole- That didn’t stop NSU She was the MVP of the tennis team at to NSU this year as a sophomore and man says. With all the new recruits, though, because they sealed the Adolfo Camarillo High School during is new to the Knights team this year. the team is more pushed and practices win in the 84th minute with a her senior year, and she was all-league She’s originally from Honduras, played have improved because of it. His main free kick from Andrew Morris. #1 in Singles/Doubles for all four years in nationals, and held a world ranking. goal this year for his team are, “To be The Knights held a 19-9 of high school. Alvarez thinks that this This year she will be playing in doubles as competitive in conference in and advantage in shots, including a year, the team will be “really strong and and singles for The Knights. Already, out of season. It’s a little more realistic 12-6 edge in shots on goal. But, we can develop more.” She also says, she thinks Coach Coleman plays an [this year] to have bigger expectations. Robinson and Bailey combined “The small amount of time we’ve spent important role on the team. “He’s a I look forward for a good season; the to make seven saves, while a pair together, we’re developing on and off great coach. I think we’re going to do team has people to push them and they of shots by NSU, forward Adam the court.” This year, Alvarez has high good this year. The team is different know that in competition.” The team Ludden (junior from Overland goals for herself and for the team. “This and I’m very comfortable already, even says they are really meshing together Park, Kan.) were knocked off year, I will focus on graduating, doing though I’m new to the team,” Moncada well so far. “We’re a much stronger the line by the Tigers. well in tennis, and applying to law says. Her goals for herself and the team team this year, and I look forward to school. We have a lot of transfers that this year are to, “Play the best I can and doing well,” Coach Coleman says. are so good, and all bring something to stand up for the team. We all need to the team. It will be fun and competi- have positive attitudes and play our best 8 The Knight September 20, 2004 NSU Women’s Golf’s

Alicia Winslett Sports Editor Promising Addition Freshman Lindsey Colbert brings talent and Ten Months of optimism to Women’s golf team Inconvenience

Around Campus By Greg Kyriakakis Will Result in The Staff Writer University Center Patience is key factor Freshman Lindsey Colbert conditions and a lack of mountain joined NSU’s women’s golf team this courses are more favorable toward For the next ten months or year with hopes of leading the team South Florida golfers compared to so, everyone on the NSU campus will to the title of national champions. those in Colorado. Support from have to endure all the construction and Inspired by her father, Colbert, a teammates has made the transition fencing all around the school. The big- Denver, Colorado native, took up to college life easier, as they have a gest problems are walking to classes and golf at age 7 and began playing com- “great time” together going to the parking. The walkways, paths, and some petitively at age 14. Her dedication beach, shopping, and playing vol- parking spaces surrounding the Found- leyball. ers, Farquhar, and Vettel Residence Halls to the sport throughout high school earned her a top 20 spot in the state With the team practicing four have become a part of the construction Lindsey Colbert site. This is a big surrounding area, but ranking; now, the 18-year-old golfer hours each day, the work schedule is Photo by Greg Kyriakakis the whole area is where the construction is bringing her talents to NSU. tough, but Colbert believes it to be on. She hopes to enter either the is. Walking to the cafeteria and walking Colbert decided to join fun. In addition to typical training, business or communication fields to classes will be very inconvenient, but NSU after a recruiting visit last De- players also undergo workouts and and still “teach or coach, even if it’s we’re going to have to go through it. It’s cember with coach Duke Donahue. Pilates sessions. Colbert says that going to be hard to get adjusted to the not [her] main job.” With a solid She loved the area and bonded with the team is “going to do awesome,” longer walks, but once the University background and high hopes for the members of the team, which made and believes that they can win the Center is open, it will be all worth it. future, Colbert will play a key role According to the NSU website, her choice to attend simple. The national championship. in helping The Knights achieve their “The University Center will be for NCAA move to Florida and into college Admiring great golfers like goals on the golf team this year. Division II and recreational athletics. It life has presented some challenges Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods will also be a place to enjoy fine arts; for Colbert. She notes that, “The also plays a part in Colbert’s hope support personal wellness, nutrition, and grass is different in Colorado; it’s to keep “[golf] a part of [her] life” fitness; attend sports events; concerts and Bent grass opposed to the Bermuda no matter what career she decides lectures; and host local, national, and international conferences.” The center is grass here.” Generally good weather going to be a 260,000 square feet, state of the art, multi-use facility the second largest of its kind in Broward County. Everyone at the University will benefit from the University Center. Also, according to John Santulli, NSU Men’s Soccer Team Edges the Associate Vice President of Facilities Management, “Rosenthal will maintain University of Central Arkansas 2-1 all services and regular hours of opera- tion while the area is under construction. This includes the bookstore, student To Remain Perfect on Season dining, radio station, and Flight Deck. There will be no parking available at Second half goals by Rasmus Jespersen and the Rosenthal Student Center for the duration of the project, approximately Adam Ludden lead knights to 5th win 10 months. A walkway along the south side of the building will be available for By Eddie Kenny all pedestrian traffic only.” Sports Information I did find a lot of people that th agreed that the construction is going to The #18 ranked Nova South- with a 35-yard strike that curled just through in the 66 minute when be hard to get used to. Brittany Impe- eastern University men’s soccer inside the left post. NSU goalkeeper Andrew Morris (Sr., Coventry, Eng- rial, a sophomore from Jacksonville, FL team (5-0) remained undefeated Matt Bergantzel (Sr., Albany, Ore.) land) rushed forward from his right said, “The fencing is really annoying after edging the University of was partially screened on the play back position and carried the ball and takes up too much space, basically Central Arkansas Bears (1-3-1) and was unable to react in time to down the right flank. Morris served because they’re not doing construction in on Sunday afternoon, September save the well-placed shot. a beautiful ball into the area that all those areas. It also takes away from 12, at Farris Field on the campus NSU evened the score seven NSU forward Adam Ludden (Jr., the look of our campus. [The parking] of Central Arkansas. minutes into the second half when Overland Park, Kan.) headed past makes it less convenient for everyone.” Marlee Forsthoffer, a sophomore from NSU has won their first midfielder Rasmus Jespersen (Sr., Goodman for the game-winner. Glastonbury, Conn., said, “It’s a huge five games of the 2004 season and Fredriksberg, Denmark) penetrated Ludden has three goals on inconvenience and it takes away from wrapped up a sweep of their two- deep into the Central Arkansas half the season, including two game- the look of our college. It looks more game set in Arkansas, as they previ- of the field. He dribbled along the winning tallies, while Bergantzel like a construction site than a college ously defeated Ouachita Baptist by end line, lofted the ball into the picked up his 5th win in goal for campus.” I definitely agree with her on a 3-1 final on Thursday evening. goal area, and beat UCA ‘keeper NSU. that, but once this is all over, we will have UCA struck first in the Ian Goodman to the far post for one of the most prestigious and beautiful 23rd minute as forward Ryan the 52nd minute equalizer. University Centers in the nation. McKean put the host Bears up 1-0 After a flurry of opportuni- ties at each end, the Knights broke September 20, 2004 Arts & EntertainmentThe Knight 9 Page 9 MTV VMAs Make Many Statements What we can take from the August 29th Video Music Awards Show

By Alaina Siminovsky Arts & Entertainment Editor

Earlier this month, MTV’s VMAs broadcasted live from Miami. And as usual, the VMAs juxtaposed designer fashion with most stars’ casual styles. This award show allows for music moguls to gain greater renown and for newcom- ers to grow in popularity. Along with the fashion and music statements, this year’s VMAs had a clear statement about youth. Celebrities want today’s youth to know that in our age there is power, and this comes with the right to vote.

Music The VMAs rarely disappoint. wasn’t on hand, though he was a nomi- This year’s performers lit up the stage nee. Spears, also a nominee, didn’t just like in years past. They displayed come to Miami to enjoy the festivi- their talents but did not shine over the ties. Not one of the MTV newscasters night’s winners. The statement that noted their absence. The once crowned this year’s VMAs made to the music prince and princess of pop have abdi- world is that obscurity can come as cated their thrones. They both still suddenly as fame, but for some, fame enjoy a large fan base and sold out can be maintained. Jay-Z and Outkast concerts, but clearly their importance P.Diddy and Mase perform at the MTV Billboard awards in Miami, Florida, were the early winners, walking away to the pop world has diminished. August 29,2004. This is the first time with the coveted Moon men before New-fangled stars like Ashlee that the two performers have appeared the awards had even begun. Jay-Z’s Simpson and the trio of rock bands, on stage together in five years. Photo awards demonstrate that he has not Yellowcard, Hoobastank, and Jet, courtesy REUTERS/Ethan Miller, Yahoo only star power but staying power. graced the stage with powerful perfor- Music Links His video 99 Problems received four mances that riled up the crowds, who awards. After several years in the mu- sang and yelled along with the artists. sic industry, Jay-Z proves hard work MTV boosts many careers, and these Vote or Die! maintains celebrity status. are just a few that enjoyed the spotlight As stars flooded down the red at this year’s awards. Jay-Z holds his four MTV Video Music carpet, an absence went unnoticed. awards in Miami, Sunday, Aug. 29, The artists at this year’s VMAs Justin Timberlake and Britney Spears 2004. Jay-Z won Best Rap Video, Best wanted to make one statement un- were missing in action. Timberlake, Direction in a Video, Best Editing and mistakable: VOTE! who lost out to an ecstatic Usher, Best Cinematography. Photo courtesy AP Photo/J. Pat Carter/ Yahoo Music Daughters of each of the en- Fashion trenched party’s candidates promoted the vote, and also took a moment to Celebrities clad in t-shirts and shirt as the center of his outfit. promote their fathers. jeans shared the same red carpet Jessica Simpson followed suit with Instead of this partisan promo- spotlight as those in flowing gowns. the men, wearing a white dress with tion, the stars remained neutral, only However, the clash of chic verses silver accents. Again, the embodiment promoting the power of the youth casual does not fall along the gender of grace, she showed only tasteful cleav- vote. According to the Center for stereotypes as one would expect. age in her casual outfit which caught Voting and Democracy, voter turnout Men strutted their stuff down the red her below the knee. On her arm was in young American adults has almost carpet in stylish suits that rivaled the husband Nick Lachey, who was also met its all-time low. These popular women’s dresses. casually dressed in jeans and a button music figures are using their influence White seems to have been the down shirt. Other casually dressed stars with this age group to try to persuade color of the evening. Usher, P. Diddy, included the members of Hoobastank, them to use power of their vote. and John Norris, the red carpet host, Jojo, and Haley and Hillary Duff. Senior Amanda Brown smiles all donned white in different ways. Lil’ Kim, Alicia Keys, and J-Lo while she says, “I learned the date Usher’s white on white attire enjoyed (who is named the “unofficial queen to vote from P. Diddy.” During the a splash of pink, introduced by the of Miami”) all wore designer dresses. awards, Diddy emerged as the star handkerchief in his sport coat pocket. J-Lo’s earth toned tube dress was com- most fixated on getting out the vote. P. Diddy’s white suit was contrasted plimented by her big brimmed brown He seemed certain that stressing the not only by his black tie but also by hat. Lil’ Kim had a very different power that comes with the right to Mase, lead member of his entourage, accessory. Though more covered than vote would impress youth enough to who wore the opposite of Diddy. Jay- usual, Lil’ Kim, who wore a floor length do so. Z, who from the beginning of the gown, wore her breasts as the gown’s event seemed to be the night’s winner, main accessory. wore white on white with an orange With best dressed, worst dressed, Above left: Performer Jennifer accent, and as such took his rightful and casually dressed celebrities, the Lopez poses for photos on the red place with the other kings of hip VMAs never disappoint the fashion carpet at the MTV Billboard awards hop. Newcomer Kanye West joined in Miami, Florida, August 29, 2004. savvy. Left: Jessica Simpson gets caught on this crew of well-dressed men, but camera as she takes a stroll down the shunned their typical white or black red carpet. Both photos courtesy dress code by wearing instead a pink REUTERS/Bill Davila, Yahoo Music Links

10 The Knight September 20, 2004

Alaina Siminovsky Arts & Entertainment Editor Nothing to Do? Think Again

All too often people say “there’s I know “art” isn’t really fascinating to many The lack of “things to do” is not the for the Performing Arts, as well as concerts, nothing to do.” Once you’ve exhausted people, but you can find something that problem; rather, it seems to be a lack of movie openings, CD releases, and other the options of going to movies and parties, holds your interest. I was surfing the web, motivation to look for something to do. special events. Check out the calendar if you may think that you’re left with few or checking out upcoming events for the arts Southflorida.com offers a venue that can you’re at a loss for something to do, and no options. Thus, you lay around play- and entertainment calendar and ran across be used to get information about events hopefully you can find something that ing video games or maybe watching TV. a lot of fascinating events. Maybe you like going on in the area. Check it out – if might interest you. When you complain, someone might tell satirical cartoons – well, head over to “It’s you’re interested in music and stage, they Instead of complaining about event- you to read a book. Now, I’m not naïve Debatable” at the University of Miami, might send you to the Broward Stage Door less weekends, take an active role to find – I know that the last thing most college where there’s a political cartoon gallery set Theatre to see a show like Anything Goes. something to do. There are activities out students want to do is add to their substan- up. If you like it, one of the artists high- Maybe you want to go dancing. Maybe there if you only look. tial reading load. So, you’re left bored out lighted will be coming to NSU in a few you want to check out an art gallery. The Some Resources: The Knight A&E of your mind with “nothing to do.” weeks and you might want to check him options are endless. Calendar and southflorida.com. That’s simply not the case. South out. If politics don’t tickle your fancy, find In response to this lethargy, The Florida offers a plethora of ways to occupy something else. For example, the Museum Knight will publish a calendar in the Arts your time. Instead of a movie, see a show. of Lifestyle and Fashion History is having a and Entertainment section. This calendar Instead of watching TV, go to an art gallery. display dedicated to Lunch Box History. will highlight community events, such as Calendar thoseof at the Events library or at the Broward Center 9/20 9/21 9/22 9/23 9/24 9/25 9/26 CD Releases Green Day Office American Idiot, (9/22-9/26) Usher and (9/25-/26) Depot A Dirty Shame Festival Miami Ben Harper and the Beauty and the Beast Kanye West Gloria Estefan Center Blind Boys of First Daughter Alvin Alabama The Forgotten Sherman There will be a Light Library The Rat Pack American Boys Night Out Airlines Mark Chestnutt Arena Savin’ the Honky For ticketing or Movie Tonk more information Openings contact the Voting Broward Center at www. Broward American browardcenter.org or Center Autonation Box Office at Style 800-564-9539.

9/27 9/28 9/29 9/30 9/31 10/1 (10/1-10/3) 10/2 Rascal Flatts Sesame All programs are Feels Like Today Phil Collins h e l d i n P u b l i c Street Live Library Services, Hillary Duff Navigating the Public (9/29-10/3) F i r s t F l o o r, u n l e s s Library Services Hillary Duff otherwise indicated. For The Used Beauty and the Beast more information call Website (954) 262-5477 Thursday Movies In Love & Death, For ticketing or Al Franken Series more information O’Franken Factor Books Over Biscotti c o n t a c t t h e Factor: The Very Navigating the Public American Airlines Arena Library Services Ladder 49 at www.aaarena.com 768- Best of Al Franken 777-1250 or for tickets Website Shark’s Tale Tying the Knot contact Ticket Master at Using Libraries www.ticketmaster.com Here and At NSU Open For ticketing Home, Exploring the Mic Night or more USA PATRIOT Act information contact www. 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Fine that her son is merely a figment of her Synopsis: A look at the debate over imagination, with her mind making up same sex marriage in the USA. September 20, 2004 The Knight 11 NSU Law School Graduate Gets Praise from The Donald Apprentice 2 Contestant, South Florida Attorney Bradford leads his team to victory

By Alaina Siminovsky Arts & Entertainment Editor Last year’s TV reality sensation could have caught a glimpse of him own right. According to his interview, was not the new season of Survivor. In- either at the courthouse or putting he is well versed in the mistakes of last stead, it was the same sort of cutthroat around in a customized golf cart com- year’s contestants and exemplified this action, but set in the concrete jungle plete with monster truck tires. well by being a strong leader in the first of New York. “The Apprentice,” star- Clearly, our hometown “hero” has challenge. ring real estate mogul Donald Trump, a lot of personality; we can only hope When he’s not making facetious, beat out the competition to become that he communicates it “right” on the yet clever comments, he is quite hum- last season’s #1 show. NBC hopes to screen. Bradford told “Entertainment ble, naming his father as the person recreate its success with the sequel, “The Weekly” that he should win, because, he most admires. “My dad has always Apprentice 2,” which began September “Winning, to me, is everything. That’s been an individual I admire more then 9, 2004. what I do.” And he’s right. Thursday, anyone I know. He taught me the value For those who aren’t reality TV September 9, on the premier episode, of hard work, integrity, honesty, loyalty, buffs, “The Apprentice” gives one young Bradford served as project manager for sacrifice, and keeping one’s word. Any Bradford rising star in the professional world a the women’s team and led them to vic- business man who exudes those quali- Photo courtesy NBC chance to work for Donald Trump. tory during the Mattel Toy Company ties is one that I respect and admire.” During the first episode, Trump splits challenge. Bradford showed leadership Through interviews, the con- the contestants into two groups, which skills, enthusiasm, and charisma, which testant pool – which starts out with “The remain (hopefully) until the end. ultimately allowed him to inspire the thousands – has been narrowed to Apprentice Each week, the groups compete in an Apex team. (Apex is the women’s team eighteen. From there, each contestant exercise, led by one who serves as the name; Mosaic is their nemesis.) As a will have to show individuality and 2” on NBC “project manager.” The group that reward for winning, the team received a promise in order to keep his position wins is rewarded in some way, while night in Trump’s suite with the Donald on the show. Success is the name of the Thursdays at the group that loses places three people, and a gourmet meal. Bradford, as team game, a game that Bradford scores by 8:30 p.m. one being the project manager, on the leader, won immunity for the next task, the achievement of respect. “My defini- chopping block, where Trump makes meaning if his team loses, he cannot be tion of success is gaining the respect of the final decision, declaring to one of brought into the boardroom to be con- the people I admire most, living well, them those infamous words, “You’re sidered for dismissal. Bradford exudes laughing often, having the ability to fired.” the traits that Donald looks for in an do whatever I want whenever I want to tions?” Among this year’s contestants apprentice; he is willing to compro- do it, and leaving my mark on society. To catch future episodes of is young, 33-year-old lawyer Bradford, mise, a strong leader, and enthusiastic There are different measures of suc- Bradford’s success in the concrete who graduated from NSU’s Shepard and attentive. cess. No one would dispute that there jungle, tune into “The Apprentice 2” on Law School. According to NBC’s This single, successful attorney were richer men than Albert Einstein, NBC at 9 p.m. Thursday evenings. candidate profile, Bradford is a success- has done his homework and is prepared George Washington, and Abraham ful attorney and real estate investor in to take on other candidates who are Lincoln; however, can anyone dispute South Florida. Before the show, you without a doubt successful in their the mark they left on future genera-

Movie Review Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence By Christie Bailey Managing Editor It has been nine years since can be programmed like a computer. In the eye, it also serves to reinforce the the release of the phenomenal anime order to fully examine the meaning of story’s theme: the merging of human movie “Ghost in the Shell,” a movie humanity, the director makes compari- and machine. that inspired the Wachowski brothers’ sons to the human experience through Anime fans may rejoice to know “Matrix” trilogy. Now, almost a decade the use of dogs and dolls (both toy that this movie will be released with later, Mamoru Oshii returns as director dolls and androids, which are referred subtitles, not dubbing, given that sub- of the graphically glittering, thought- to in the movie as “dolls”). There is titles usually allow for a more accurate provoking sequel, “Ghost in the Shell a five-minute interlude that consists translation. However, attempting to 2: Innocence.” entirely of Batou spending time with keep up with the jargon-filled, often “Ghost in the Shell 2: Inno- his beloved basset hound. This scene philosophically complex dialogue cence,” based on the popular Japanese quietly plumbs the depths of human takes away from the enjoyment of the comic by Shirow Masamune, portrays a emotion and attachment by providing movie. Ghost in the Shell world in which humans and machines a glimpse into domestic life, and thus With plenty of action, beautiful 2: Innocence coexist. It is a world inhabited by a comes close to revealing an answer to graphics, artistic interludes, philosophi- strange menagerie of cybernetically the movie’s ongoing question. Still, as cal examinations, and an interesting Studio: enhanced humans, artificially intel- with any philosophical inquiry, there is plot, “Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence” Dreamworks ligent robots, and purely electronic no answer, only more questions. has a lot to offer – perhaps even a little Director: personalities that, at one time, had been Two kinds of animation were too much. Moviegoers may feel a bit Mamoru Oshii able to call themselves “human.” Using used: hand drawn, 2D characters, who overwhelmed by this intense movie the main character, a cyborg named are superimposed on computer gener- experience. One thing is for sure: it is Producer: Batou, as a guide, the movie addresses ated, 3D backgrounds. The movie took definitely a movie to be watched several Production I.G. the question, “Under such conditions, four years to complete, and used several times over. Rating: PG-13 what is the meaning of human exis- powerful pieces of software to render its “Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence” tence?” brilliant 3D backgrounds. Says Oshii, has become the sixth ever animated The film attempts to answer “Although the characters are 2D, when movie to compete at the Cannes In- violence, disturbing images, and brief this question on many levels, exploring you look at the picture, it’s hard to draw ternational Film Festival, and the first language. such subjects as emotion, the meaning a line between 2D and 3D, because anime (Japanimation). It was directed of family, the human spirit, the human they are so well blended together.” by Mamoru Oshii, was produced by connection with animals, and the valid- Indeed, while the juxtaposition of the Production I.G., and is being released ity of memory in a time when the brain two types of animation is dazzling to by Dreamworks. It is rated PG-13 for 12 OpinionThe Knight September 20, 2004 Page 12

Price Gouging In Florida: On Intimacy Letter to the Illegal, unethical, and disgusting Caroline Cullen Editor Knightlife Editor By Nicolle Garber I sincerely hope the Vol- Staff Writer ume 15 Issue 1 edition of The During the Hurricane Frances traordinary prices for room and board Knight is not an indication of mayhem, when shelves were licked because evacuated families and tourists the quality of the paper for the Sexy Lobster clean of any nourishment, and the only had no other choice – either pay or be rest of the year. I am not a jour- Listen up, ladies. This is not only water left was that which was falling left in the storm. The names of some nalist. However, as a consumer for the boys! As considerate lovers, it is from gloomy clouds, some stores had of the businesses were not released, of news, I know what I like necessary to hold back, take your time, the audacity to charge as high as $50 most likely for safety reasons. and approach lovemaking as a journey. and what I dislike. I strongly for a 24-pack of bottled water. Nor- Florida has a price gouging stat- Too corny for you? All right, how about disliked this issue. mally, it would cost around $10 to ute that states that, during a state of comparing good sex to a lobster dinner? A The most repulsive thing $12 dollars. Instead of aiding those emergency, businesses must retain significant part of enjoying lobster is the I found was an editorial (not who needed supplies, some businesses the average price of an item for thirty labor you invest into it. You can’t just cut even a well written one at that) were more concerned with making a days. Price gouging is illegal, and fines it up and start chomping. You have to pay mixed among news articles on attention, take your time, and gently work substantial profit. are one thousand dollars for every page 3. What happened to the the meat out of the shell. It can get messy, The meaning of “price gouging” occurrence – twenty-five thousand Op/Ed page? but that’s part of the fun. is pricing above the market when no if it has happened repeatedly within “Get Out and Vote...One One of the best techniques for fore- alternative retailer is available. To put 24 hours. There is also the Decep- Student’s Opinion” is clearly play is gentle caresses all over, and that goes it more simply: charging insane prices tive and Unfair Trade Act that fines a partisan opinion piece and for both men and women. when critical resources are scarce. $10,000 per incident, and $15,000 if Many women complain that men does not belong on the same Water is a must; it is a key item the cheated person is handicapped or just want to “slam, bam, thank you page as legitimate (and also needed to survive, especially during a a senior citizen. ma’am.” You have to keep in mind that it poorly written) news pieces hurricane. Stores know that. Com- “It sucks; it’s unfair to the con- takes two to tango. Men also need some such as “New Student Center plaints arose statewide. “That’s just sumer, because they have no control gentle teasing from their partner. If you to be Erected on Campus” stupid; they shouldn’t take advantage over prices,” says sophomore Gabe just go straight to the bank and make a and “Provisional Dental Care deposit, then that’s it! of people during a time [of] need,” says Jimenez. It’s appalling to realize that, for Underprivileged and Dis- You have to invest in stocks to make sophomore Rob Keeves, a commuter. during an emergency, money is valued abled.” … them flourish! Work around the “obvious” Gas, water, and plywood were more than life itself. Avoid being a …There are many more spots and wake up each other’s bodies. Get some of the top items being price victim by saving receipts and not buy- errors and editorial flaws in the blood pumping and the skin tingling. gouged. ing a fifty-dollar pack of water – stock this issue of the Knight and More foreplay at the beginning makes for Also, hotels like the Days Inn in up early. a more satisfying ending. time does not permit me to West Palm Beach now have lawsuits comment on all of them. I filed against them for charging ex- understand this is a student run organization and I look Grand Theft Auto: forward to these issues being addressed and to the Knight South Florida Edition improving every week. By Nicolle Jewel Garber Staff Writer John Paul South Florida: sun, warm beach- to our destination, we encountered people a right to drive? All it takes is es, bikinis, mosquitoes the size of a three cut-offs, one finger, and one truck a simple five-minute test and a plastic Parts of this letter were child’s fist, air so dense with water that nearly slammed into the driver’s card that says any psycho can control omitted due to length. that you breath and drink simultane- side of her car. I didn’t notice. a mechanical monster. “By giving ously, and enormous malls that attract Freshman Jiyoon Won, who someone a license, you are putting your foreigners from exotic places such as has been living in South Florida for life and other’s in danger. The DMV Cambodia and other places where almost 10 years, says, “The driving is should be more cautious of who they people have tea time and wrestle okay.” Jiyoon recently received a 2004 give a license to,” says freshman Naima The Editor’s rocodiles. All these traits are marvel- Audi A4, so I am sure her opinion will Jinnah. The Drive Safely signs that Reply ous, but nothing – absolutely nothing change quite soon. While natives have are remembrances of those who have – can surpass the prestige and glory of adapted to such disturbing conditions, crashed and died are all over the place, South Florida’s greatest trademark. La- out-of-state freshmen, and out-of-state especially in the Davie area.” She is not John Paul, dies and gentlemen,a drum roll please: students in general, are having a hard the only one to notice the spreading bad drivers. time acclimating themselves to the epidemic of those depressing, make- The opinion piece “Get “A day of driving isn’t complete chaos. shift gravestones. Out and Vote…One Student’s without the occasional finger, someone But everyone is affected by the Although Florida didn’t make Opinion” is clearly labeled beeping their horn, and the person next aggressiveness of our drivers. number one for “deadliest state for as an opinion piece within to you who cuts you off and as they “I thought L.A. was the worst driving” (Wyoming took first place), its title. It was placed in the speed away gives you the finger,” says driving place on earth, but I changed Grand Theft Auto: Vice City has abso- News Section due to the lack of freshman Paul Saneaux, who is also a my mind when I moved down here,” lutely nothing on us, and South Florida copy needed to create an entire native to South Florida. As South Flor- says freshman Kelly Kostner. It is sur- is clearly infamous for its mad drivers Opinion Section. ida natives, this is all too familiar to us, vival of the fittest and the rudest, and and appalling mannerisms. To listen yet to many out-of-state freshmen, it is like my mother says, “Driving reflects to the complaints and astonishment Amanda N. Brown a complete and total shock. “In Mary- how a person is in life.” Apparently, of newcomers from Pennsylvania, New Editor-in-Chief land, we have different laws. Over here South Florida is full of aggressive and York, and Kentucky is actually quite you can wait in the middle of an inter- malicious people. Oh, well. The amusing – but in time, they too will section to go, and I didn’t know that; masses are in a hurry, they have jobs and evolve into a South Floridian Driver. also, people in Maryland don’t honk,” families to tend to, and a slow motorist says freshman Jessica Boyd. I recently is a dead one. But whose fault i it? took a ride with Jessica, and on the way Whose leniency is giving these September 20, 2004 KnightlifeThe Knight 13 Page 13

Left: Rosie O’Donnell speaking on the behalf of the GLBT community at the Rally with Rosie Below: NSU’s GSSA attends the Rally, From left to right: (Advisor)Dr. William Hammack, (Member)Tom Parks,(Member) J.C Murray, Richard Wilson, Caroline Cullen, (President)Marie Cueno, Diana Hoffman,(Treasurer) Giselle Gaviria, and ( Co-Vice President) Jason Peebles. Photos courtesy of GSSA website

Rally with Rosie! NSU’s GSSA makes its presence known at By Caroline Cullen Knightlife Editor rally for the Human Rights Campaign

Friday, August 27, Equality Flor- show support of the democratic, who “It wasn’t that long ago that folks of committed, loving couples to have ida coordinated a politically charged are in favor of John Kerry as President. would have been scared to attend such rights to marriage, adoption, etc. even rally with Rosie O’Donnell as the guest Rosie mentioned to all [in attendance] an event in South Florida; even now, though it just happens they both are of speaker. O’Donnell spoke to the group the hatred and cruelty that disgusting there are some professors who felt un- the same gender.” at the rally for the Human Rights Cam- President Bush, and I use that term comfortable at the idea of attending Equality Florida is Florida’s state- paign at the Double Tree Hotel in Fort lightly, has shown to the GLBT popu- this event even though they are gay. wide lesbian, gay, bisexual, and trans- Lauderdale, FL. The rally, which was lation. She gave us an example of an The more events like this one that oc- gender rights organization working for South Florida Edition aimed at the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and adopted girl in the state of Florida who cur, the more ordinary they seem. And a Florida law so that no one suffers ha- transgender community, was a plea for was being removed from her home of course, [it increases] the chance to rassment or discrimination on the basis voter turnout in the upcoming Presi- because of the fact that the parents are meet others and establish collabora- of social orientation or expression. For dential Election. Gay Straight Student proudly gay. I was adopted, and the tions. … Although GSSA should be more information on how you can be Alliance was in attendance, represent- very thought of taking anyone from a non-political, it is important that the a part of this movement, please contact ing both Nova Southeastern University family, who picked you out of many, students in it be aware of groups work- www.eqfl.org and themselves as individuals. makes me nauseous.” ing for change, not so much toward Tom Parks, a NSU graduate stu- Dr. Hammack, the GSSA advisor ‘regime change’ as in getting Bush out dent and active member of GSSA, tells at NSU, was asked the same question of office, but the major issues Equal- us why this event was so important: “To about the relevance of such an event, ity Florida is fighting for, the rights

Taylor Williams Being American By Asking Questions Graduate Assistant for Student Media and Marketing Information is the best weapon in a volatile world

The evolution of technology has So, why is it that today’s youth knows What will this mean for future gen- questions about events both in America dramatically altered the perception of the more about pop stars and basketball players erations that will be spawned in this quick- and around the world. By watching a tele- modern college student. With numerous than they do about the Deputy Secretary paced environment? When does the desire vision program, students become curious e-mail accounts, a variety of the latest of Defense? One communication theory for information switch to a more civic and about how their country is being politically video-game consoles, and the ability to points to America’s outlet of information, humanitarian focus? What will happen to maintained. Students are finding interest in carry music wherever they go, students are the media. “Agenda setting” is the notion our country if fashion, music, and movies information beyond the world of corporate super-saturated by stimulation. However, that the media does not tell you what to become more important than laws, bills, entertainment. this influx of information has changed think, but what to think about. and aid efforts? Though you may be busy with home- entertainment priorities for today’s student In essence, the media elevates both The Daily Show with John Stewart work, clubs, and your job, it is vital that with too much on their plate. popular culture and current events to the is fighting against this fad by showcasing you know what decisions are being made Ask any student who Britney Spears same viewing stature. Students who are al- current events in an entertaining fashion. on your behalf. Endangered animals may is, and they will probably give you a de- ready inundated with a vast amount of in- The Emmy award-winning program touts need your help and global tension might scription of her career, her hair color, and formation find that knowing governmental itself as a “fake news show.” However, it be brewing, but you might never know it. that kiss with Madonna. If asked again, the policies, elected officials, or foreign diplo- provides young adult viewers with the Keep yourself informed about all that goes same student could probably identify Kobe macy is not important. CNN’s hard-nosed sarcastic and comedic perspective that is on around you, and fight ignorance with Bryant, his basketball team, and his wife’s information falls to the watching wayside, appealing to their generation. small daily pursuits of knowledge. 4 million dollar ring. Now, ask them who and is replaced by the light-hearted mus- The most important facet of The Paul Wolfowitz is, and watch the blank ings of MTV. Daily Show is that it sparks important stare ensue. 14 The Knight September 20, 2004 Life, Liberty, and theComing Pursuit of HappinessOut! By Caroline Cullen Knightlife Editor When congress passed the Hate highways, roads, alleys, or streets; and coming out. Those who are ready to and be seen as just other students,” Crime Statistics Act of 1990, lawmak- 10% occurred at schools and colleges. be more politically active can find states Hammack. There have been no ers mandated the collection of informa- The remaining 26% occurred at other information on starting a safe zone at reported hate crimes or any gay bash- tion regarding crimes motivated by a random locations. school or work and polling data on how ing at NSU, although there have been bias against race, religion, sexual ori- With such startling statistics, coming out positively influences the minor incidents such as vandalism of entation, and ethnicity/national origin. how can each individual feel safe and fight for GLBT equality. The project the GSSA bulletin board located in the The Attorney General designated the comfortable with coming out? Some was born out of the1987 GLBT march parker building. Tom Parks, a graduate FBI to satisfy that requirement. With believe that sexuality or gender identity in Washington, D.C., where hundreds student and GSSA member at NSU, the cooperation and assistance of many is not a choice, that it chooses them. In of thousands of Americans marched to looks forward to the establishment of local and state law enforcement agen- the 1970s, the American Psychological support equal rights. Today, National safe zones at NSU. “Eventually, I will cies familiar with the investigations of Association and the American Psychi- Coming Out Day events are held in come out, but this campus does not hate crimes, the UCK Program created atric Association revised their positions hundreds of cities across the country offer any safe zones yet. I am not wor- a data collection system to comply with on homosexuality. Both determined and around the world. ried about being harmed; I can of take the congressional mandate. The 2002 that homosexuality is not a mental dis- “There is immeasurable power in myself. What about others?” data included reports of 1,464 offenses order. In 1994, the American Medical being visible,” said Candace Ginrich, What can you do? GSSA says, caused by a sexual-oriented bias. Of Association released a statement saying, HRC’s National Coming Out Project “Get informed and get involved, stand these, male homosexuals were the tar- “Most of the emotional disturbance Manager. NSU’s Gay Straight Student up for yourself, and stand up for oth- gets of 65.4 percent of the attacks. Law experienced by gay men and lesbians Alliance is doing just that. The GSSA ers!” enforcement attributed the remaining around their sexual identity is not based is a group of students and faculty of For information, contact these offenses to anti-homosexual bias, 17.7 on physiological causes but rather is different ages, races, genders, and sexual organizations: percent; anti-female homosexual bias, due more to a sense of alienation in an orientations. The GSSA chooses not to Gay Straight Student Alliance/ 14.1 percent; anti-heterosexual bias, unaccepting environment.” accept ignorance or tolerate discrimina- GSSA 1.8 percent; and anti-bisexual bias, The Human Rights Campaign tion or alienation. Dr. William Ham- www.nova.edu/gssa/ 1.0 percent. Foundation explains “coming out” as mack is a faculty member at NSU and Equality Florida What is a hate crime? According identifying as gay, lesbian, bisexual, also an advisor of GSSA, along with www.eqfl.org to the Human Rights Campaign, “A or transgender. The National Com- Dr. Kaite Waites and Dr. “Bob” Seltzer. The Trevor Help line hate crime is an unlawful act motivated ing Out Project is part of the Human Hammack offers, “Because of the per- 1-866-4-U-TREVOR by bias.” The Local Law Enforcement Rights Campaign Foundation, the ception among some GLBT students National Gay and Lesbian Youth Enhancement – hate crimes legisla- educational arm of the nation’s largest that NSU was non-friendly, we felt it Hotline tion pending in Congress – broadens gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender to be useful to make a clear statement 1-800-347-TEEN (8336) the legal definition. It describes “hate civil rights organization. The HRCF that the club had significant support by Gay and Lesbian National crimes” as a violent act causing death believes that coming out isn’t a one- having a bunch of advisors.” Hotline or bodily injury “because of the actual time event – they see it as a journey Dr. Hammack believes that the 1-888-843-GLNH or perception of race, color, religion, that lasts a lifetime. The National Com- GSSA “will help to break down stereo- For copies of the Resource Guide national origin, sexual orientation, ing Out Project operates on the belief types, give hope, and promote tolerance to Coming Out or moreinformation gender, or disability” of the victim. that no one should have to travel that while providing some great parties!” on the Human Rights Campaign This law currently in place does not path alone. It provides both printed He feels that NSU has been supportive Foundation and its National Coming include sexual orientation, gender, or and online resources and information of issues such as non-discrimination Out Project, please contact: 800/866- disability. Hate crimes send a threaten- to support gay, lesbian, bisexual, and statements. In particular, he applauds NCOD, [email protected] or 1640 Rhode ing message to whole community. The transgender people on that journey. the efforts of Student Activities and Island Ave., N.W., Washington DC big difference between hate crimes For example: “This Resource Guide Leadership Director Terry Weech, and 20036. and other crimes is that the offender is to Coming Out” assists those who are Assistant Director Terry Morrow for motivated by the victim’s personal char- just beginning to come out. “Ask the assisting GSSA. The GSSA is also work- acter. According to the FBI in 2000, Experts” and “Coming Out Stories,” ing with Lindsay Doran on the issues of 29% of reported hate crimes occurred both of which are available online, Safe Zones. “One of GSSA’s goals is to in residential areas; 19% occurred on are for people already on the road to help GLBT feel like part of the campus Pride on the Ride NSU Brings the DMV to Campus By Taylor Williams Graduate Assistant to Student Media and Marketing

Nova Southeastern University search, and Information Technology is one of the fastest developing pri- Center (LRITC) will host the DMV vate schools in the country. Athletics, on September 21. Representatives will academic programs, and campus life be in the first floor lobby from 9 a.m. draw students from all over the world. till 4 p.m. The Health Professions Divi- Now, the Florida Department of Motor sion (HPD) will have a station open on Vehicles (DMV) is making it easier to September 22, from 9 a.m. till 4 p.m. ride in NSU style by selling university Those interested can visit the DMV in license plates. HPD’s South Atrium. Those who are interested in munity, but also assisting peers who The DMV will visit campus The process of signing up for specialized vanity plates will not be able desire a valuable education. This is a this Tuesday and Wednesday, offering a new plate is very quick and simple. to order them at the DMV’s campus convenient way to avoid the long lines tag renewal and the opportunity to Students, faculty, and staff must bring a visit. However, these plates are avail- and arduous journey that can only be exchange for a new NSU license plate. drivers license, proof of insurance, and able at the Plantation DMV or via the known as a trip to the DMV. Those who attend will receive gratis registration to qualify. The specialty United States postal service. Specialized The closest to the main campus, giveaways and can win tickets from tag fee is 27 dollars, and the additional tags can contain up to five characters, the Plantation Motor Vehicle Service, is American Airlines. These events also cost is based on the renewal of the cur- and only cost 12 dollars extra. located at Pine Island Road and can be put money in student pockets, with rent plate registration. Cash and check The NSU license plates are also contacted at (954) 765-4697. E-mail 25 dollars of every specialty tag portion will be the only forms of currency ac- helping taxpayers by being deducted as [email protected] with your thoughts going to NSU scholarship funds. cepted. charitable gifts. School spirit is not just and comments. Alvin Sherman Library, Re- enhancing the sense of campus com- September 20, 2004 The Knight 15 NSU Rocks the Vote Student Groups Aim to Empower, Educate

Valerie Bates, By Taylor Williams Tanner Graduate Assistant to Student Media House, Rachel and Marketing Needle, Shelly Haines, and Tiffany Nova Southeastern University ture Club President Shelly Haines said. Goldwater clubs and organizations are coming “Voting is a civic duty.” talk to together to illustrate that the modern The information distributed at freshman student can proactively participate in these events range from basic voting Lindsay shaping their government. Rock the publications to touch-screen voting Plant about Vote is a voter registration campaign instructions. After South Florida’s registering to coordinated in cities across America 2000 voting controversy, the nation is vote. Photo by Taylor by Music Television (MTV). NSU stu- poised to see if the Sunshine State can Williams dents have heeded that call to arms by come through gracefully. Taking a few making September a month to exercise minutes to both register and gather tinue to give their lives to preserve true American rights. information can change how you live democracy. All the average citizen must Rock the Vote With seven events planned for the next four years of your life. do to ensure its purity is make one deci- Registration their own political awareness month, “You have got a choice,” Rock the sion every four years. Take this chance Drives Rock the Vote is providing students Vote organizer Tanner House said. “It to embody one of America’s most glori- Tuesday 9/21 – Center the opportunity to become a registered is your responsibility to exercise your ous aspects. for Psychological Studies voter within five minutes. The Nature right to participate in democracy.” Voter registration applications Club, Social Action Social Awareness Rock the Vote also has informa- are available in Rosenthal’s Office of 8:30 a.m. till 8 p.m. (SASA), Young Democrats, Feminist tion on absentee ballots for those stu- the Dean or at the Horovitz build- Alliance for Networking and Support- dents away from home. ing. For more information about Wednesday 9/22 ing (FANS), and the Student Organiza- “We are here to answer any ques- Rock the Vote events, call the Voice – Health Professions tions for the Advocacy of Psychology tions that people may have about vot- Your Vote group at (954) 242-9699 Division 11 am till 1 pm & (S.O.A.P.) have come together to field ing,” co-sponsor Rachel Needle said. or e-mail [email protected]. E-mail Dorms 5 p.m. till 7 p.m. this patriotic effort. This cause has also “They should take advantage of having [email protected] with your thoughts unified various colleges in an attempt to us send it in.” or comments. Monday 9/27 – Parker reach out to their student population. Since the revolutionary colonists Building Courtyard 11:30 “We wanted to provide students declared independence in 1776, many a.m. till 1:30 p.m. with resources on the candidates,” Na- men and women have given and con- Searching for Meaning You Are Not Alone: The rise of spirituality on college campuses Student Counseling By April Eldemire By Luis Nicola Aguilar Contributing Writer Staff Writer Graduate Assistant for Multiculturalism and Spirituality Times change at an ever-increas- the department is open to proposals Increasingly, college students is not religion, but a relationship with ing pace, and sometimes our adapta- and is working on promoting groups are shifting their thinking concerning a power greater than themselves. tion to those changes can’t keep up. focused on solving issues about body the quest for meaning and purpose. In hopes of providing venues for Our perception of counseling has also image, relationships, and stress man- Specifically, young adults are in search student spiritual development, the changed through the times, so today we agement. The main goal is to focus on of personal spirituality and religious Division of Student Affairs at Nova understand that psychological counsel- strengths and help students make the faith. On college campuses nation- Southeastern University is currently ex- ing goes beyond mental illnesses and changes they want to make working in wide, students are now asking questions ploring creative avenues to support this extreme cases. Currently, psychologi- groups and with individuals. like, “What does faith mean to me?”, innovative growth among its student cal counseling is valued and plays an Most of the counselors have a “How do I find spiritual meaning in body. Dean of Student Affairs Dr. Brad important role in many fields. doctorate degree and/or a master’s my everyday life?” and “Can religion A. Williams said, “The student experi- In January 2004, counseling ser- degree. Each counselor has a private relate to me?” ence at NSU should be deep and rich, vice at NSU was but a practicum for office where students receive services. This exploration of integrating providing ample opportunities to grow graduate students. Today, it is a service Their offices are furnished to be totally spirituality into college students’ lives the ‘whole student’ mind, body, and offered to students: NSU Student comfortable and confidential as well. is rapidly increasing. UCLA was one spirit.” Consequently, Student Affairs Counseling. Dr. Roxanne Bamond, The department provides psychiatric of the first schools to recognize this is currently establishing an Inter-Faith Assistant Director of the department, services for clients in need of clini- dynamic movement. According to a Council. This entity will be responsible explained how the department’s main cal assistance. Finally, in accordance recent spiritual/religious study taken for promoting spiritual awareness and goal is to foster improvement and with the principles of professionalism from UCLA students, 73% said that development on campus. The IC will achievement in the student body. and in order to guarantee the mental these beliefs helped them develop a provide opportunities for members “We are looking on taking people to and physical wellness of our students, sense of identity, while 77% of students of the student community to explore a better place,” she explained. It is counseling services provides a crisis felt that these beliefs provided them questions of faith, meaning, and iden- important to know that services are line 24 hours a day and 7 days a week with a sense of strength, support, and tity. “The Inter-Faith Council is a great “free, confidential, independent, and (extension 7050). guidance. “When I think of spiritual- idea,” says NSU junior Areege Afaneh. professional.” The service, which pri- The department is located in the ity, I think of freedom,” NSU senior “The spiritual room gives every religion vately would be extremely expensive, is first floor of the Parker building, and Diana Rakine says. “The values that I an opportunity to go into an environ- free for students, totally confidential, its entrance does not allow people to make for myself make me feel comfort- ment that provides peace and quiet.” unrelated to the faculty body, and is see who is inside the office; moreover, able and free in my surroundings and In addition, an inter-faith library quite professional. for those who feel uncomfortable be- in my religion.” is being developed, as well as a space for The effectiveness of therapy is evi- ing noticed, there is the possibility of In the past, educational insti- prayer, meditation, and reflection. The dent in such fields as athletics. In fact, using an independent back entrance. tutions, including NSU, have focused Inter-Faith Council will ensure explor- the therapists of counseling services Make sure you call Mirna, the secre- primarily on students academically. atory dialogue to further collaborative have been working with our athletes tary of the department, to make this Connecting a student’s course of study spiritual and religious activities on cam- at NSU, focusing on relaxation, func- arrangement. with a higher sense of purpose has not pus. For further information regarding tioning, winning mentality, and group We all attempt to achieve har- been pursued outside of faith-based the Inter-Faith Council, contact April work. The services are not limited to the mony and general well-being. Student institutions. With significantly increas- Eldemire at [email protected]. athletes; they are for every student that Counseling is just one example of how ing frequency, students are identifying wants to improve him or herself. There NSU provides the resources to go be- themselves as “spiritual.” They are are also provisions for groups. While yond academic achievement. quick to point out that what they seek there are no groups currently available, 16 The Knight September 20, 2004 NSU On The Scene: What are students most looking forward to this semester?

Nikki Abatie Eric Thompson Lauren Adamczyk Kenny Moncada Freshman Freshman Sophomore Sophomore Undecided Business History Biology West Palm Beach, FL Kansas City, Missouri Washington Cross- Houston, Texas ing, Pennsylvania

Living away from I am definitely I am excited about I am looking forward “home. “looking forward to “doing beach clean- “to losing 20 pounds having a good time ups, earth day cel- and getting a with good people. ebrations, and wild- girlfriend. ” ” life preservation.” ”

Michael Morro Evie Herdean John Fernandez Jana Bonito Junior Freshman Freshman Freshman Biology Psychology Biology Biology Seaside Park, New Down the street Miami, FL Cooper City, FL Jersey

I am not looking I’m ready to learn I want to have a Meeting new people “forward to classes, “time management, “good time and do “and being out of high but I do want to surf and to throw myself well in school. school. some hurricanes.” into academics.” ” ”