Epulse: February 2004

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www.lynnunlverslty.net/pulse Campus Candlds Thomas Rides The Waves To Win The Janet Rap by Ellen Scripps A Pioneer In A New Sport Text by Sara Assad Photos by Ellen Scripps by Nalini Maharaj

B randon Thomas skims over the waves How do you feel about the Janet Jackson and Justin Timberlake at warp speed. A pioneer in the new sport of Incident at the Super Bowl wakeskating, the Orlando native and halftime show? junior is a veteran wakeboarde rwho, at the age of20, For more pies, log on to has already www .lynnuniversitv.netlpulse racked up national championsh ips and been featured on "ESPN2," Fuel rv, Sports Illustrated and Men's Jason Davis, sen or like Joumaland I wanted to watch football, not celebrities getting exposed. There stars in is nothing wrong with that kind of "Asterisk", thing being on TV, but people have the second a choice about viewing it; and with wakeskating this Incident, that choice was "He's awesome, taken away from us." extremely video. "There's talented and no better skillful." feeling, says Page6 Thomas. "It's a fun sport to do in Florida when it's blazing hot our he added . .. People of all This really down-to-earth surf-skater whose ages watch the friends call him 8-Pac, started wakeboarding super bowl, and I in his junior year in high school and switched platforms to wakeskating - basically don't think kids skateboarding on water, using ramps, rails, should see that." and slide docks -during his senior year. He is PageS now sponsored by Hyperlite Board Company and Reef. Nellle,r . rr... ,j; .... ,..n "I ·vou can get Lee Haessler, one of B-Pac's friends, says was probably a mistake, and I "He's very talented and hardworking. He don't think It was done on your fill of sports knows what he has to do in order to purpose. I don't think she should be punished at all, It wasn't her and great food accomplish his goals and he will pave the way fault." all at once! .. for other wakeskaters. n Continued on Page 5 Page"'-'6..______. Continued on Page 6 1 www.lynnunlverslty.net/pulse 'JW'.{I I • Lynn Softball Takes Two complete game. The Front Paae Soorts I Knights Start Right Knights scored the first two runs on Photo Essay Life I RBI-singles from Rebecca Weekly Poll Media by Mauricio Botero I McNerney. The Knights scored U nlike the baseball team, three runs in the fourth and one weather did not get in the way of more in the fifth when catcher Allie the softball team for their first game Dougherty drove McNerney home. of the season on Monday Feb. 3. In The Knights finished the Seahawks ePulse is produced by fact, nothing got in the way of the off in the sixth inning when Jenna communication students and girls who started their season in Piotrowski slammed a 2-run homer student volunteers and is style by sailing through the giving the Knights the 8-0 win. published by the Eugene M. and This Saturday the Knights will Christine E. Lynn College of doubleheader to jump up to a 2-0 International Communication. start. Behind opportune hitting and have another doubleheader this Student Editors solid pitching, the Knights swept the time against Palm Beach Atlantic at home. Game time is slated for 1 pm. Juliette Schohn Sea hawks. Lisa Gange) The first game was won 6-2 by the Knights. Pitcher Kelly Gardner Rain Ruins Baseball Home Managing Editor was unstoppable. She threw a Nalini Maharaj complete game allowing only one Debut Features run, five hits and two strikeouts, Two Weekend Games Sara Assad cutting short any rally from the Cancelled Sports opposing team. by Mauricio Botero The Sea hawks went ahead in Justin Cohen the second inning. Third base T he Fighting Knights and the Mauricio Botero player Shannon Ireland started the Barry University Buccaneers were Photographers inning with a triple and then scored ready to start their seasons on the Graham Miller off a single from Keller. last weekend of January. However, The Knights took no time to the weather got in their way, not Ellen Scripps respond. In the same inning, Tiffany only once, but twice. Both games Student Publisher King started with a walk and was were cancelled due to strong rain Shay Black later brought home by Christina throughout the entire weekend. The Advertising Director Rolla's sacrifice fly to tie the game. teams had another game on Francis Trott After the second inning, Gardner Monday, Feb. 2, however this time, took control of the game and retired at Barry University, in Miami Advertising Sales the following innings without too Shores. The outcome went in the Brian Smith many complications. Buccaneers' favor, 7-3. The only Videographers The break came for the Knights in spark for the Knights came in the Adam Brown the fourth inning. Kim Casey hit a 2- sixth inning off the bat of first run single which gave the Knights a Faculty Advisor baseman George Brandner who 3-1 lead, which they extended to 4- knocked a three-run homer for the Myles Ludwig 1 before the inning closed out. With Knights. The men committed six e-pulse@ Iynnuniversity.net the score 4-2 in the bottom of the errors while only recording four hits fifth, the Knights buried the game. in all of nine innings. A two-run homer off the bat of The two games cancelled this Rebecca McNerney brought the past weekend have not yet been Pulse is happy to cover game to a close at 6-2. rescheduled. any events, activities and The second game was dominated from start to finish by the Any student or bculty member IS v.clcome to contnbute to the ePulsc Wnte to us at news. Please give us at Knights, winning 8-0. Erin ~ least 24 notke McNerney was untouchable, (561) 237-7340 pitching a five-hitter 2 Photo Essay Stairways To Heaven The Notes Are The Same, But The Song Is Different By Orsolya Ficsor

T hough she's an English major, Orsi Ficsor has a poetic eye. In this photo essay shot for her class in photojournalism, she took stairs as her subject matter and metaphor. "I like the contrast.. where architecture blends with nature," says this native of Hungary who's been in the U.S. for eight years. Where others might see similarities, Orsi sees the differences in compositions which suggest an almost melancholy view of a journey of possibilities which begins with a single set of steps. "Things can be the same, but different at the same time."

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February 6, 2004

Elana Vartanian, junior "I really don't think it's that big of a deal. It's not like we haven't seen hers before!!"

Off-Campus Attractions Concerts, Sports and Theater by Shay Black B ored in the dorm, looking for a new experience, or just wanna have fun, here's what's happening. For further 411 , check Ticketmaster. For Miami events, the number is 305-358-5885. For Ft. Lauderdale, it's 954-523-3309. Rod Stewart Concert Friday, February 6, 2004; 8 p.m., Office Talia Sabo, senior "I don't a big deal at all. They should just let it Depot Center, 2555 Panther go, but there are just getting carried Parkway. Sunrise. FL 33323. away with it" $46.75-$96.75. Bob Marley Festival Saturday, 1.8" Ace Rims For Sale February 7, 2004; 3:00 p.m., Bayford Park, 301 Biscayne Blvd., Hyper Black color, good shape Miami. $28.00. with minor scratches on them. Miami Heat vs. New York Knicks One rim is less then 2 weeks old. Benjy " I th t he Saturday, February 7, 2004; 1 p.m., fact that she was covering it made it Tires are included, they have less 601 seem like it was planned and that she American Airlines Arena, then 5K miles on them. Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33132. knew it was going to happen." Model name: Manta $33.00-$180.00. Rim Size 18x7.5 (225/40/18) Miami Manatees vs. Jacksonville Barracudas Sunday, February 8, 2004, 5 p.m., Miami Arena, 701 Any ~ l uden t or 13< ullv •nernht'r rs 1'1elcc•rne to contrrbute to tile' eFulse \'/r•te to us 3t Arena Blvd., Miami, FL 33136. ~ $14.00-$250.00. Continued on Page 6

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February 6, 2004 Lynn Gourmet C'td 01annel T7 Films: Feb.9-16 Front P~e Sports I Bru's Room Sports Grill - If you're a MONDAY: THEPURPLEROSEOFCAIRO I Photo Essay Life sports buff, then this is the place for (Directed by: W. Allen, U.S.A, 1984, rated I Week_!y_ Poll Media you! The Bru's Room is a great place PG) TUESDAY: ANNIE HALL (Directed by: W. to go anytime, but especially during Allen, USA, 1977, rated R) MoviesC'td sports events. Complete with WEDENSDAY: EASYRIDER(Directed by: D. one I would recommend. Starring numerous big screen televisions and Hopper, USA, 1969, rated R) Naomi Watts, Sean Penn and THURSDAY: THEGRADUA7E"(Directed by low, low prices you can get your fill M. Nichols, U.S.A, 1967, rated R) Benicia DelToro, it's based on of sports and great food all at once! FRIDAY THROUGH SUNDAY: FULL METAL how they are bound together for If you come with an empty stomach JACKET (Directed by:S. Kubrick, U.S.A, the rest of their lives because of or just an inkling to eat, their buffalo 1987, rated R). one deadly car accident. "How chicken tenders are the answer. The much does your life weigh?" This train tracks running right next door On The Air is the tagline to this very intense adds character and action to this and sad movie. Those of you who heated sports grill. This is where Knight Radio Schedule are really sensitive will probably Delray nightlife thrives. Monday shed a tear. It is a very good Located at 35 NE 2"d Ave, Delray 11 :00-12:00 Sports w/Dru, JD and movie that's overlooked. Beach, FL 33444. Stone Tune in for Valentine's Specials 12:00-1:00 Hip Hop Lunch Mix Upcoming Events C'td next week! w/DJ Cali 42"d Street Saturday, February 7, 1:00-4:00 Urban All-Stars 2004(and other dates); 2 p.m., 4:()()..6:00 The Mayor Thomas C'td 9:00-12:00 Pat and CJ Late Night Broward CTR for the Perf. Arts Au In March, he'll be prepping for his Tuesday Rene, Ft. Lauderdale. $25.00- second Pro Tour, which begins April 11 :00-12:00 Bon appetit w/ Marie 59.00. 30, 2004. Last year, Thomas finished Thoroughly Modem Millie 12:00-1:00 Lunch w/ Dru & Stone third in the Pro Tour and second in 1:00-3:00 The Greg Lynn Show Saturday, February 7, 2004; 2 the World Triple Crown. p.m. Kravis Center, West Palm 3:00-5:00 Patty & Jenna "He's awesome, extremely 7:00-8:00 M & P Movie Show Beach, FL. $25.00-$63.00 talented and skillful," says friend Florida Panthers vs. Montreal 8:00-9:00 Pat and CJ Late Night Elizabeth Mason. 9:00-10:00 Sports Jam w/ Mike Fisch Canadians Tuesday, February 10, Thomas' most memorable 2004; 7:30 p.m., Office Depot 10:00-12:00 Adam and Alison Show moment on the water, as he 12:00-1:00 Pat and CJ Late Night Center Florida Panthers, 2555 reminisced, was after he suffered an Wednesday Panther Parkway, Sunrise, FL injury. 11:00-2:00 Lunch Time Revolution 33323. $10.00-$180.00. "After I broke my leg wakeskating 3:00-5:00 Music Talk w/Cassie, Miami Heat vs. Los Angeles and was able to ride again, I was Nicole, Sahar Lakers Tuesday, February 10, more motivated and got more 5:()()..6:00 Megan 2004; 7:30 p.m., American Airlines serious." 7:00-8:00 Music talk w/Tammy & Arena, 601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, Thomas practices out at Crystal Emily FL 33132. $10.00- $180.00. Lake or The Cable Park and will tour 9:00-10:00 Pat and CJ Late· Night Florida Panthers vs. Pittsburgh in Orlando, Texas, California, British 10:00-1:00 K-PAX Radio Penguins Thursday, February 12, Columbia, Portland, and Thursday 2004; 7:30 p.m., Office Depot Indianapolis. He will return to Florida 11:00-1 :00 Hip Hop Lunch Mix w/ OJ center Florida Panthers, 2555 in October. Cali Panther Parkway, Sunrise, FL 1:00-2:00 The Greg Lynn Show 33323. $14.00-$250.00. 8:00-9:00 Mark McGhee Major League Wrestling Friday, 10:00-1 :00 K-P AX Radio February 13, 2004; 7 p.m., War Any otudent or faculty member IS welcome to Friday Memorial Auditorium, 800 NE 8th contnbute to the cPulsc Wntc to us at 11 :00-1:00 Hip Hop Lunch Mix ~ Street, Ft. Lauderdale, FL. 1:00-2:00 Talk w/Jacob & Nelson $10.00-$30.00. 2:00-3:00 Felecia & Crew 3:00-5:00 Will Cockey and Crew 5:00-7:00 OJ Ravi 7:00-10:00 Revolution 6 .. TOP STORIES Front Paae ~--··Weekly· Poll Advertisinq Sports Black History Month Sports Life Valentine's Day Gifts se Weekly Poll Media The Weekly Poll

www.lynnunlverllty.rteVpulse campus C8ndlds Black History BBQ V-Day Gifts Under $25 By Ellen Scripps BSU Brings Campus Together Tight For Money? Check by Sara Assad This Out by Nalini Maharaj For more pies, log on to www.lynnuniversity.net{pulse l ynn's Black Student Union (BSU} founded by Felicia Hatcher kicked off Black History Month with W ith Valentine's Day a poolside barbeque. quickly Fifteen years ago, Dr. Carter Woodsen, feeling approaching that history books largely ignored the black society, , everyone took matters into is running his own hands around and started trying to get writing about the perfect black American gift for his or history. He her special someone. established the However, everyone knows that ONLINE EXCLUSIVE! Association for students' budgets are not ideal, the Study of but we still need to make our .. With steadiness Afro-American sweethearts feel special. and exceptional life and History. If you still haven't found angles, Argaez The reason why anything, here are some he chose original and authentic ideas at picked up the February to reasonable prices: number five singles represent this win, destroying his occasion is 1. Cook their favorite meal and opponent 6-Q 6-Q ... because Fredrick serve it in a romantic Page4 Douglass and atmosphere, on a beautifully Abraham table, "It looks like it's Lincoln, two men who greatly going to be their influenced him season." and were Page4 responsible for forwarding black "As you can see it a history, were beautiful mix of born in that month. smooth music, cultures and people, At Lynn, Hatcher, who founded BSU just last 2. Get a picture and I'm very pleased semester, hopes that the tradition will continue. frame engraved Advised by Judy Welsh, the coordinator of the with something with that." Discovery Writing Center, Hatcher and fifteen other special, members of the group, wish to encourage the Lynn 3. Breakfast in student body to recognize the importance of the Bed, African-American society. Hatcher said, "Our main goal this year is to 4. Make a flower bouquet out simply create cultural awareness. When we of ribbons, accomplish that, we'll move on to bigger targets." 5. Name a star after them. !Continued on Page 8 Do not hesitate to try these, they are sure to win the heart of your Valentine!

If you could have any dream/fantasy date, which would it be and where would you go?

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Student Editors Juliette Schohn Lisa Gangel Managing Editor Nalini Maharaj Features Sara Assad Nalini Maharaj Shay Black Sports Justin Cohen Mauricio Botero Photographers Graham Miller Ellen Scripps Videographers Adam Brown Student Publisher Shay Black Advertising Director Michael J. Stromberg, freshman "Marilyn Monroe. I'd take her to II Francis Trott Postlno Restaurant in NYC, and then Advertising Sales I'd take her ice skating in Rockefeller Brian Smith Center."

Faculty Advisor Any student or faculty member IS welcome to contnbute to the ePulse Wnte to us at Myles Ludwig Savannah West, freshman Law, !HJUI~@I~rsrueJ and I'd make him take me to the Academy Awards." e-pulse@ lynnuniversity.net Continued on Page 7

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3 Lynn Softball Sweeps First Week of Play The Fighting Knights Spring Break •o4 with UnrivaUed by Mauricio Botero StudentCity.com and Lynn Beats Palm Beach Maxim Magazine 5-0 Victory Kicks Off Season by Justin Cohen F inishing with a 4-0 record and Get hooked up with Free outscoring their opponents 29-3, the softball team cruised the first Tips, Cash, and VIP Status T he lynn men's tennis team week of the as a Campus Rep! opened up its 2004 season by season. dismantling Palm Beach Atlantic 5- Northwood Choose from 15 of the 0, in a non-conference match on and Palm Beach hottest destinations. Book Monday, Feb. 9. Atlantic had no The number three doubles team answer for the early for Free Meals, Free consisting of senior Oscar Argaez overpowering Drinks and 150% Lowest and sophomore Justin Cohen, were offense and the Price Guarantee! the first to get lynn on the board lights-out pitching with an 8-1 victory. of the Knights. The number one doubles team with Eduardo Morones and Jan Tiffany King Macko also took care of business, Every aspect of the game was hitting remarkable volleys and clicking. It looks like it's going to be sinking their opponents 8-3. their season. Sophomore Regnier Azevedo Thanks to the power pitching of and freshman Dennis Riegraf Erin McNierney and Kelly Gardner, finished off doubles competition the Knights had only one close winning 8-4. game, which ended with a 1-0 win With steadiness and exceptional over Palm Beach Atlantic. angles, Argaez picked up the Tiffany King, number five singles win, destroying Jessica Adcock, To reserve online or view his opponent 6-0. Jenny Scott and our Photo Gallery, visit Azevedo, who started his singles Christina Rolla www.studentcity.com or match within minutes of finishing the among others call 1-888-SPRINGBREAK doubles competition, wasted no time took control of either as he rolled over Palm the offense in a Beach's number two player, 6-2 and team, which Buy Sell Trade with ePulse 6-0. stands out for having no Need new books? want to 881 yoll' Rolex? The men will next travel to L..oolclng for a hot daiB? Orlando on Sunday Feb. 15, to face standouts. A e-Pulse's version of "E-Bay" is up and running. team effort is Feature your ad in the classifieds for only $1 .00 conference rival Rollins College. Kelly Gardner per week. Act fast while this great price lasts! Both teams are ranked nationally what has made it a Each ad should be 3-5 lines max, and can and are touted as championship great start to the season. The contain an image of the item being advertised. contenders. Knights will have three games next Ads can be submitted by e-mail to [email protected] week when they repeat against The e-Pulse reeerves the right to refuse any ad Northwood on Feb. 11, and against it deems objectionable. North Florida at home on Feb. 14 in Ads must be paid for by cash or check only. Send to ePulse Attention: Lisa Gange! a game Adcock says will be Lynn University, Third Floor, Library 3601 N. challenging and on Feb. 15, when Military Trail Boca Raton, FL 33431 they face Florida Gulf Coast in Fort Myers. ©-2004 - All rights reserved 4 lSI

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T he first week of the season left George Brandner, Francisco Dinzey the Fighting Knights with a 1-4 and Mark T he Third Annual Student record after their first two games Menahem were Liberal Arts Symposium took off with were rained standouts flying colors, Monday, Feb. 9. out. offensively for a The event, held in the Amarnick Shaky team that needed Goldstein Theater, featured defense, it badly. The sophisticated and intellectual disappointing Knights also presentations of students' work. pitching and played Barry on Artwork by students from the run production Feb 10 and lost College of Arts and Sciences, such below 9-8. and will as Andy Hirst, one of the 2004 men's expected George Brandner square off soccer champions, was on display characterized against Tampa University on Feb 14 for any art guru to enjoy. the season's and 15. Maybe in this series, the Other works of art included start. Knights will find a way to win and "Intrinsic and Sentimental If it wasn't for Fransico Dinzey change their luck. Perceptions of the Environment" by bad luck, the Knights wouldn't have Jacob Jaffe and "Medical Imaging any luck at all. Techniques" by Kim Pyra and In the game against Montevallo Sherrynda Dean. on Feb. 7 they scored 16 runs, only to be beaten by one.

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B-Pac In Action La Cigale is calorie and cholesterol conscious cooking with Click Here For A Slide Show light oils on the grill. They serve Photos by Graham Miller mostly fish dishes, unique salads and appetizers, but their tender filet mignon is a favorite. I also Off Campus Delights recommend the juicy shrimp Valentine Dinner Spots Caesar salad, or the succulent by Shay Black Dolphin. The chocolate desserts are so rich, a doggy bag is necessary T ake your sweetheart out for because it can't go to waste. an extravagant evening on this Dessert is a desirable late night special day that she, or he, won't snack when you're home cuddled forget. If you can't find the perfect on the couch together. spot, here are some suggestions. No doubt, it's hard on your pocket City Oyster - With candle lit tables (about $35.00 each), but when and the excitement of Atlantic Lynn Basketball on Knight you're finished your date will Avenue right outside, you are Radio and Television crumble on a walk down the beach. bound to get a kiss from your date. 1010 East Atlantic Avenue, Delray It's a very busy place but no Knight Radio, LU's radio station is now Beach, (561 )-276-6453 worries; the service is quick, broadcasting all the men and women's Oceans 234 - Filled with romantic personalized and efficient. City home basketball games, live from the 0 music and a quieter sound level, Oyster, as you would expect, Hoernle Sports and Cultural Center. you will always enjoy your meal. specializes in savory seafood, There is an experienced team of Their shrimp pasta is very soft including well-made and fresh announcers, comprised of Mike Perez, and lightly seasoned in addition to sushi. Your taste buds will soar. Lynn's head tennis coach, and Max the delicious side salad that begins The breadbasket will help tide Karyo. They are assisted by students with the meal. Although their menu you over if you're hungry. But, from the College of International is satisfying, their prices push you beware of the Caesar salad Communications. a bit, but it's worth spending on for because the overly generous The broadcast is also available for special occasions and special portion of anchovies makes your replay via the Internet right after the people. otherwise crisp and light appetizer game. In addition, there is a team of Furthermore, the beach front quite fishy. Communications students videotaping location, next to the Deerfield The atmosphere is pretty loud all the action for replay over the Lynn Beach pier, will guarantee your during the weekends, but still campus cable television system, as well after dinner planning more enjoyable on the porch area where as on the BRET (Boca Raton extravagant. your pets are welcome (on a Educational Television) channel. You can walk on the beach or leash). down the pier, although the aroma 213 East Atlantic Avenue, Delray The broadcast schedule is a follows: is not very romantic when you Beach, (561 )-272-0220 reach the fishermen. At Oceans La Cigale - Anyone is welcome Wednesday, Feb. 18th: 234, plans just fall into place on with at least a collared shirt, Nova SE vs. Lynn women @ 5:30pm such a special day. however, La Cigale does not Nova SE vs. Lynn men @ 7:30pm 234 North Ocean Drive, Deerfield accept reservations. Live music Beach, (954)-428-2539 or 426- and a detailed menu make your 8261 . time well spent waiting for your date to arrive. You come here to enjoy the scene and atmosphere, not the conversation.

At The Movies In February Coming Attractions at Muvico

Fri. 20 - Against The Ropes Meg Ryan, Tim Daly, Omar Epps, Joe Cortese, Kerry washington

Fri. 20 - Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen Lindsay Lohan, Adam Garcia, Glenne Headly

Fri. 20 - Eurotrip Scott Mechlowicz, Jacob Pitts

Fri. 20 - The Dreamers Michael Pitt, Louis Garrel

Wed. 25 - The Passion Of Christ Jim Caviezel, Monica Bellucci

Fri. 27- Broken Lizard's Club Dread Jay Chandrasekhar, Kevin Heffernan, Steve Lemme

Fri. 27 - Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights Diego Luna, Sela Ward

Fri. 27 - Twisted Ashley Judd, Samuel L. Jackson, Andy Garcia, Russell Wong, D.W. Moffett

Nalini's Hot or Not List a.. 77 Films: Feb.13-20

Get The Scoop On What's Up MONDAY: ALL ABOUTMY by Nalini Maharaj MOTHER(Directed by: P. Almodovar, Spain/Argentina, 1999, Rated R) TUESDAY: THE4008LOWS (Directed N ot everyone knows the low by: R. Trufaut, France, 1959, Not Rated) Catch The Best Plays Of WEDENSDAY: ROMA (Directed by: own on what's really hot and F.Fellini, Italy, 1972, Rated R) The Week really not anymore. Here's THURSDAY: THE PIANO (Directed by: J. by Campion, New Zealand, 1993, Rated R) Adam Brown scoop on everything you need FRIDAY THROUGH SUNDAY: THE know, from fashion, hangout HOURS (Directed by: S. Dardley, U.S.A, li DIIacE~s and spring break spots to 2003, Rated R). even the upcoming elections. On The Air here to Hot Stuff Not stuff Knight Radio Schedule the top ~ 11:00-12:00 Sports w/Dru, JD and of the TheO.C Reality T.V. Stone 12:00-1 :00 Hip Hop Lundl Mix Jay-Z and Ben and Jen w/OJCali Bewnce 1:00-4:00 Urban All-Stars 4:()()..6:00 The Mayor Acapulco Cancun 9:00-12:00 Pat and CJ Late Night Tuesday Ponchos and O'Connelr s and 11:00-12:00 Bon appetit w/ Marie Gringos Wishing Well 12:00-1 :00 Lunch wl Dru & Stone BSU C'td 1:00-3:00 The Greg Lynn Show 3:()()..5:00 Patty & Jenna More than seventy people John Kerry Howard Dean 7:<»8:00 M & P Movie Show came to the pool to mingle and 8:00-9:00 Pat and CJ Late Night socialize at the BSU's first annual ~Initial Trucker Hats. 9:00-10:00 Sports Jam w/ Mike FISCh Back Yard BBQ. Wear, Chandelier Velour Suits. 10:00-12:00 Adam and Alison Show Andrea Bruno said, "The BBQ Earrings Glitter Makeup 12:00-1 :00 Pat and CJ Late Night was a very good idea; the food Wednesday was good and it was a great way Kobe Bryant 11 :00-2:00 Lunch Time Revolution ~ 3:()()..5:00 Music Talk w/Cassie, to socialize and it gave me a nice Anthony Nicole, Sahar break from studying!" 5:()()..6:00 Megan Janet Jackson Hatcher said the BBQ had, "A Paris Hilton 7:<»8:00 Music talk w/Tammy & very good turn out..more than we Scandal Scandal Emily had expected. As you can see, it 9:00-10:00 Pat and CJ Late Night was a beautiful mix of cultures St Josephs Syracuse College 10:00-1:00 K-PAX Radio and people, and I'm very pleased College B-Be.ll B-Ball Thursday with that." 11 :00-1 :00 Hip Hop Lunch Mix w/ OJ Throughout this month, BSU Orlando Bloom Tom Cruise Cati 1:00-2:00 The Greg Lynn Show will be sponsoring a number of 8:00-9:00 Mark McGhee Nicole Kidman events, such as a Valentine's Day ~Il\Mm 10:00-1 :00 K-PAX Radio Raffle, and A Black Inventors ~ Challenge in which contestants 11 :00-1 :00 Hip Hop Lunch Mix will be challenged to go a day Beyonce-5 50 Cen~ 0 1:00-2:00 Talk w/Jao::b & Nelson without using any inventions by Gre.mmy's Grammys 2:00-3:00 Felecia & Crew an African-American, such as the 3:()()..5:00 Will Cockey and Crew hair brush, the door knob and the 5:00-7:00 OJ Ravi golf tee. 7:00-10:00 Revolution

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www.tynnuniY81"11ty.net/pulse campus candlds Spring Break 2004! Student Film Awards By Ellen Scripps Hooked Up On The Hot Spots! College Of International by Nalini Maharaj Communication Hosts Movie Viewing And Awards Sara Assad S pring Break is certainly the most popular holiday among college students in the United States. . Les~ than three weeks away now, everyone ts getttng ready and feeling anxious for the long-awaited week off to travel and have a good time. If you don't have any Kia Price, Brendon Reynolds, John plans Sposato and Mark McGhee yet, you better S enior student Kia Prices's film hop on "The Record", won the honors for the' it best film at the night of the movies before it's Fun in the sun too late, and start booking today to get a good held by the Film Studies Specialization deal on prices. of the College of International Communication, on Wednesday Feb. Usual hot spots include Cancun, the Keys 11 . ' and more, but this year, also consider beautiful and exotic Jamaica, South Padre Island in Senior John Sposato took home Texas, Acapulco and Cabo San Lucas in two awards: Most Original Film, for his piece entitled "Rags to Riches", and Mexic_o. All of these places have great rates, ''The menu is truly also for Best Actor. extensive. You can beautiful people and amazing beaches where you are guaranteed to have an unforgettable The seats were filled for the mini find any type of time. film festival on the third floor of the library. bread, from wheat, In case you don't want to travel that far but The event showed movies made by still w~nt to have a memorable Spring Break, rye, white, grain and students off Nava Dushi, Film Studies specialty loaves like traveling the state is also a popular option. There are many hot spots in Florida that will be professor. They were made in the film asiago cheese." bumping for Spring Break. production class of last fall. Page6 The films were based on two South Beach is the probably the most fun place to be and it is so close to us you just premises. The first was a "point of view" assignment to adapt "Dejeune "Rolla, once again need to hop in your car with a back pack, get a stepped up." hotel for the week and enjoy the rest. Another du Matinement," a poem by Jacques Pags4 option which isn't far away either are the Keys Prevert. The second called for students to make a film based on an which always guarante a crazy week of wild ''Women's tennis partying and fun. object of their choice. Allan Novak won the best team is off to If you want to get out of Florida, head up to South Carolina and go to Myrtle Beach. adaptation award for his film "Sure Continued on page 6 another impressive Continued on Page 7 start." P. 5 ©-2004 - All rights reserved 1 lSI

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Adam Brown S.K. Kennard, sophomore "I think we Andrew Vermes are definitely safe from a nuclear attack, because the NSA has Operations Director technologies and alerts that keep us Shay Black safe. However, in regards to a biological or chemical attack, I don't Advertising Director believe we're so safe." Francis Trott Advertising Sales Brian Smith Any student or faculty member IS welcome to Ben Bre'er, staff "Yes, because contribute to the ePulse. Wnte to us at security is heightened and more Faculty Advisor e-pulse@l:,•rmumverSity net I extreme now. People shouldn't be Myles Ludwig afraid of terrorist because that's what they want; terrorism means you are terrified of someone or something e-pulse@ lynnuniversity.net else." Continued on Page7 ©-2004 - All rights reserved 2 IL.!.=...c-'...- ,._, prl,"lln liDivenity www.lynnunlvarslty.net/pulse

Lynn Baseball In A Hole Two Losses In Three Games by Mauricio Botero Spring Break '04 with StudentCity.com and Maxim Softball Splits Weekend A three-game road trip to Magazine Tampa last weekend left the Knights Sweep And Get Swept Fighting Knights with a 2-6 record. Mauricio Botero by A doubleheader split and a loss Get hooked up with Free Tips, on Valentine's Day was the story of Cash, and VIP Status as a those two days. T he Lynn softball team went 2-2 Campus Rep! On Saturday, Feb. 14, the on their 4-game weekend against Knights lost a lopsided game 11-4. North Florida and Florida Gulf The Knights lost control in the 5th Choose from 15 of the hottest Coast. inning when Tampa managed to destinations. Book early for Nationally ranked North Florida get 6 runs across the plate. Free Meals, Free Drinks and came out strong and snatched 2 For Lynn, the lone offensive games away from the Knights on 150% Lowest Price Guarantee! spark was provided by Dave Burns, Saturday, Feb. 14, ending the Jared Katzman and Alex Anguiano, Knights' unbeaten streak. while Eric Crawford and Justin The first game was tied at 1, Steinbach shined from the bullpen when, in the 3rd inning, North Florida by being untouchable. scored twice to staple the game at But, Sunday, Feb. 15 was a 3-1. Christina Rolla had the lone better day for the Knights. They RBI for the managed to pull out a split in their Knights. doubleheader. The first game gave The second the Knights an 8-5 win. stanza of the The control on the mound from double-header starter Travis started with a 1-0 combined To reserve online or view our Knight lead. But, the bat of after that, the Photo Gallery, visit rancisco Dinzey, squad went on a key factors www .studentcity.com or continuous slide pushed the call 1-888-SPRINGBREAK downhill towards m towards their the final 10-1 . Brandi Rolla d win of the Webb's homerun in the very first Buy Sell Trade with ePulse inning was the only highlight for the Dinzey finished Need I'I8W boak8? W8nna 811 yow' KDIIIIX"II Knights in the game. e game 5-for-5 L.ooldng for a hal data? The women showed better e-Pulse's version of "E-Bay" is up and Dinzey with 3 RBIS, while Feature your ad in the classifleds for against Florida Gulf Coast on Osborn pitched 8.2 innings allowing per week. Pd. fast while this great price Sunday, Feb. 15. In two very tight 5 runs and striking out 1 0 batters. Each ad should be 3-SIInes max. and doubleheaders, they took both. contain an Image of the Item being The second game was also a /lids can be submitted by e-mail to In the first game, Rolla, once double digit loss for Lynn. e-oulse@!Yn!IUf!!vers!Ly.net again, stepped up and sent one An overpowering Tampa The e-Pulse reserves the right to refuse sailing over the fence in the J'h it deems objectionable. offense boosted the Spartans to a /lids must be paid for by cash or check inning. 12-2 win over the Knights. Beau Send to ePulse Attention: Usa Gange! This made the difference in the McMillan's and George Brandner's Lynn University, Third Floor, Library 3601 Continued on Page 8 Trail Boca Raton, FL 33431 solo homeruns Continued on Page 8

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Spring Break C'td Before you make a final decision, Fri. 20 - Against The Ropes be sure to check out these spots at Meg Ryan, Tim Daly, Omar Epps, Joe StudentCity.com they have all the Cortese, Kerry Washington OJ hookups for Spring Break 2004. it's safe. I think president Bush has Lynn can also hook you up for Fri. 20 - Confessions of a made the country safer, and now Spring Break with many trips worth Teenage Drama Queen even terrorist themselves are looking three credits and a week of Lindsay Lohan, Adam Garcia, Glenne at other countries, like Saudi Arabia Headly and Jerusalem." excitement. The College of Hospitality, Tourism and Recreation Management is organizing two trips: Fri. 20 - Eurotrip one to Italy and the other to Costa Scott Mechlowicz, Jacob Pitts Rica and Panama. The Ross College of Education will be visiting Spain and Fri. 20 - The Dreamers Ireland and the Communication Michael Pitt, Louis Garrel College will set foot on one of the Carnival Cruise ships and sail to the Caribbean. Wed. 25 - The Passion Of Junior Jenny Magiet, who will Christ attend the Spain-Ireland trip says, "It Jim Caviezel, Monica Bellucci will be my first time in Europe. It's an opportunity of a lifetime for three Fri. 27- Broken Lizard's Club credits." , Dread Vanessa Wolff, junior "I don't think Jay Chandrasekhar, Kevin Heffernan, any country is sate from an attack Steve Lemme because I think all people are haters." Fri. 27 - Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights Diego Luna, Sela Ward

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senior I don't think America is safe. I believe we have upset a lot of people in the past couple of years, so that could lead to another attack. Most US citizens think they are safe because the government puts a false sense of security out to the nation."

~-2004 - All rights reserved 7 www.lynnunlverslty.net;pulse Park, to take on Rollins on Friday, Dlannel77 Flms ForThe Week Feb. 20. The 7 p.m. opener kicks off conference play for the men. Of Feb.13-20 MONDAY: ALL ABOUTMY MOTHER(Directed by: P. Almodovar, Spain/Argentina, 1999, Rated R) TUESDAY: THE400BLOWS (Directed by: R. Best Plays Of The Week Off-Campus Coming Trufaut, France, 1959, Not Rated) WEDENSDAY: ROM4 (Directed by: F.Fellini, by Adam Brown Attractions Italy, 1972, Rated R) Click here to see video of the THURSDAY: THE PIANO (Directed by: J. Need A Break? Check It Out! campion, New Zealand, 1993, Rated R) of the week FRIDAY THROUGH SUNDAY: THE HOURS by Shay Black (Directed by: S. Dardley, U.S.A, 2003 Rated R). '

L ooking for a fresh experience, On The Air want to have some fun, or simply Knight Radio Schedule bored of the same old lifestyle, here's Monday what's happening. 11:00-12:00 Sports w/Dru, JD and Stone For further 411 , check 12:00-1:00 Hip Hop LWICh Mix Ticketmaster. w/DJCali For Miami events, the number is 305- 1:004:00 Urban All-Stars 358-5885. For Ft. Lauderdale, it's 4:()()..6:00 The Mayor 954-523-3309. 9:00-12:00 Pat and CJ Late Night Kelly Clarkson and Clay Aiken Tuesday February 28, 2004; 7p.m., American 11:00-12:00 Bon appetit w/ Marie Airlines Arena: 601 Biscayne Blvd 12:00-1:00 Lunch w/ Dru & Stone Softball C'td 1:00-3:00 The Greg Lynn Show Miami, FL 33132. $35.00-$45.00.' game which ended 1-0. The 3:00-5:00 Patty & Jenna second game was also a nail-biter ~llie Nelson- March 6, 2004;8 p.m., 7:00-8:00 M & P Movie Show as the Knights needed 10 innings M1zner Park Amphitheatre: 590 Plaza 8:00-9:00 Pat and CJ Late Night to finally put away Florida Gulf Real, Boca Raton, FL 33232; $35.50- 9:00-10:00 Sports Jam w/ Mike Fisch Coast with a score of 3-2. On $42.50. 10:00-12:00 Adam and Alison Show Tuesday, Feb. 17, the Knights Romeo et Juliette-February 20, 22, 12:00-1:00 Pat and CJ Late Night Wednesday faced Palm Beach Atlantic at their 200~; 8. p.m., Miami Dade County Aud1tonum: 2901 W. Flagler Street 11:00-2:00 Lunch Time Revolution place. Both games ended in the 3:00-5:00 Music Talk w/Cassie, Nicole, Knights' favor, bringing their pre Miami, FL. $17.00-$98.00. ' Elvis Costello-February 21 , 2004; 8 Sahar season record to 10-2 . 5:()()..6:00 Megan p.m., Mizner Park Amphitheatre: 590 Conference plays kicks off for 7:00-8:00 Music talk w/Tammy & Emily Plaza Real, Boca Raton, Fl; $43.50- the women this Friday opposite 9:00-10:00 Pat and CJ Late Night Rollins College. The homestand $151 .50. 10:00-1:00 K-PAX Radio double-header starts at 2:30p.m .. Florida Panthers vs. Alabama Thursday Slammers-February 23, 2004; 7:30 11:00-1:00 Hip Hop LWICh Mix w/ DJ Cali p.m., Miami Arena: 701 Arena Blvd. 1:00-2:00 The Greg Lynn Show Baseball C'td Miami, FL. $10.00-$50.00. ' 8:00-9:00 Mark McGhee accounted for the scarce Knight Florida Panthers vs. Washington 10:00-1:00 K-PAX Radio offense. Friday The Fighting Knights played Capitals-February 27, 2004; 8 p.m., Office Depot Center Florida Panthers: 11:00-1:00 Hip Hop LWICh Mix Mercy College from New York on 2555 Panther Parkway, Sunrise, Fl 1:00-2:00 Talk w/Jacob & Nelson Tuesday, Feb. 17. The Knights 2:00-3:00 Felecia & Crew 33323. $60.00-$250.00. tallied twelve hits scoring fifteen 3:00-5:00 Will Cockey and Crew Five Star Rodeo Orange Blossom runs. The win gave the Knights 5:00-7:00 DJ Ravi Festival & Rodeo-February 28, 2004; their third for the season, bringing 7:00-10:00 Revolution their record to 3-6. 6:~0 p.m., Davie Arena: 6491 SW 45 Street, Davie, FL. $12.00. The Knights travel to Winter

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A senior located in the heart of Boca at Lynn in Raton, Palmetto Place offers some Business of South Florida's finest condominiums and amenities. As a 21 year-old resident of this fine development, John Lallo, sophomore Daniel Trocki told the recently E-Pulse first hand just how nice it For more pies, log on to started his is. www .lynnuniversitv.net/oulse own business. Along with his two sisters, Erica and Melissa, both LU graduates, they launched their own clothing company called SIMARA Pool Area boutique, at Trocki has been living at the beginning of 2004. John Lallo Palmetto Place for a year. His two Lallo named his boutique after a rather sad bedroom-two baths condo is 1 ,400 experience. SIMARA, is a tribute to one of his square feet. It has hard wood floors .. Coach Perez said friends and a former student at Lynn, Aramis and marble counter tops. Beikian, who passed away in a car accident in that this is a must But what makes this place Costa Rica. SIMARA is in fact Aramis spelt win match for the unique is the facilities and backwards. appearance of the building itself. men if they want to The clothing line was under construction from High ceilings and water color make it to nationals... last September, while Lallo and his sisters were paintings make y01.1 feel like you PageS working on the starting and finishing touches of are in one the launching. of the most II ••• spmac• h an d SIMARA specializes in women's T-shirts, boy luxurious cut panties and is soon starting another line sells gorgonzola salad places in terry cloths and California sweat suites. Currently, with apple wood South most of the sales are online through their website, Florida. The smoked bacon, www.simaraboutique.com/, and just recently, they condos portabella have acquired a sales representative for South offer a view mushrooms, ficelle Florida. of the The Youngstown, Ohio native hopes that when croutons, cherry Mizner tomatoes, pine nuts he graduates in May, the boutique will still be ' doing well enough to allow him to dedicate his full area, as well as TV Lounge and a sweet balsamic time to SIMARA. the ocean, a bit further away. vinaigrette ... Continued on Page 6 Continued on page 7 Page6

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At The Net February 27, 2004 6-1, Morones forced a third set Weeki Poll against Rollins' number one. The Women Dominate, Men Fall s rts momentum was clearly in Morones' by Justin Cohen life favor but, battling a bad cold that Media T he No. 2 ranked women's had been bothering him for a few days, he was forced to retire. tennis team dominated No. 7 The women now hold a very After starting incredibly slow, ranked Rollins in a must win respectable record of 6-0. Veteran Argaez, who is known to conference match up, on Sunday, On the other hand, the men were fight until the end, came back to Feb. 22. The women started off not as successful. Regnier Azevedo destroy his opponent 6-4, 6-2. Jan the game in great fashion by and Dennis Riegraf, the number 2 Macko also finished off his sweeping through all three doubles team, as well as Oscar opponent at third singles in fine doubles matches. Seniors Marie Argaez and Justin Cohen, the number fashion winning in a second set Barbier and Monika Mastalirova, 3 team, all fell short. The lone doubles tiebreak. the number 1 doubles pair and top victory came from Eduardo Morones Next up for both the men and nationally ranked team were the and Jan Macko. They upset their women is a home game against only ones really pushed to their opponents, who are ranked 11 Eckerd College on Saturday Feb. limit. They prevailed 8-6. nationally, 8-5. 28 at 2:30pm. Coach Perez said Newcomers Dragana llic and The match was decided in the that this is a must win match for the Andrea Kostricova both lost their singles department. Azevedo and men if they want to make it to first match of the season at Riegraf played strong but were nationals. number one and three singles. destroyed 6-0, 6-2 and 6-0, 6-4. However, with key wins from Freshman Dominik Selig also lost Mastalirova, Barbier, Dina easily 6-1 , 6-2, ending any remaining Bajramovic and Monse Palacios, hopes for the Fighting Knights. Down the Knights captured a 7-2 road 5-1 , the Knights had already lost but victory. This match truly tested the this being a conference game; it had women and proved that they can to play out until the end. At number play under pressure against the one singles, after winning the second top teams. set

lights, at night, create a romantic Entrepreneur C'td atmosphere but may hinder your The business seems to be ability to read the menu. If you don't booming now, but the Lalla's understand items on the menu, the started out very small. The line waiter is always understanding and mainly defined itself with T-shirts Off-Campus Gourmet willing to help and panties. As they are growing, Classy Dining The tempting aroma from their they have more merchandise and by Shay Black grill outside and the authentic their new designs are widely seasoning styles will inevitably anticipated. stimulate your appetite. The only problem they . D espite all being part of the All the food is prepared with encountered was getting funds same Big Time Restaurant Group, plenty of herbs and dashes of for capital. Putting his complete City Oyster, Big City Tavern, refreshing oils for taste. Lunch offers trust and faith into this boutique, Piccolo City, City Cellar Wine Bar an assortment of salads, Lallo used most of his savings and Grill and John Bull English sandwiches and pastas. If you want and took out small loans to Pub, they each have their own a light lunch, I would recommend the overcome this challenge. character. spinach and gorgonzola salad with Big City Tavern- Regardless of apple-wood smoked bacon, their name, this place is more than portabella mushrooms, ficelle a tavern. Instead, it is dressy and croutons, cherry tomatoes, pine nuts classy with an old fashioned bar and a sweet balsamic vinaigrette. area, antique photos and dark You should also try the wood. Candles and circular Mediterranean tuna salad on chandeliers give it a romantic Ciabetta bread with olive, tomato, atmosphere perfect for someone caper, basil, and onions. You won't special. Service is polite and regret it! courteous. They are always willing Dinner includes calamari with The designer of the line is to satisfy your seating preference roasted garlic lemon aioli with a soft mainly Erica Lallo, who has a and change any meal ingredients tomato chili sauce or roasted Fashion Designing degree from that you don't like. pepper, olives and camponata Lynn. Melissa Lallo, who earned With a delicious selection of antipasto with a hearth of piadina her B.A. in International meats and fish, I recommend the bread covered in ricotta salata, my Business, also from Lynn, has seared tuna for starters and the personal favorite. also worked in retail and has a grilled chicken with fresh Their pizzas are made with good idea of what is going to sell mozzarella cheese on a baguette original ingredients, including and what won't. The sisters' for the main course. The Caesar Gorgonzola, sun-dried tomatoes, experience helped immensely in salad is deliciously creamy and smoked provolone, fresh rosemary launching the line. anchovy-less compared to the one and basil, caramelized onions and SIMARA boutique is mainly at City Oyster. For further more. advertised through word-of-mouth convenience, this restaurant is right Their seafood dishes are all and just recently, the Lalla's sales around the corner from Lynn, at prepared pasta-style but pasta is representative helped them come 5250 Town Center Circle, (561)- optional. The Chilean sea bass out with a new promotional flyer. 361-4551 . fettuccini which comes with They also promote through a City Cellar Wine Bar and Grill vegetables, pancetta, garlic aioli, mailing list of their website to their This is a snazzy place with cannelloni beans, all in a red wine faithful costumers. moderate prices. Set in downtown sauce, is definitely a favorite. SIMARA boutique hopes to West Palm Beach, if you are in the 700 South Rosemary Avenue, City launch its' new products and area, this is the place to eat. Place, West Palm Beach, (561 )-366- merchandise before the summer. The Italian-style setting inside is 0071 . Continued on Page 7 as classy as Big City. The dimmed Look for next week's journey to foreign lands for ethnic foodsll

Cribs C'td Knights in the Community With a vast variety of shops and (KIC), is a Lynn student restaurants surrounding Palmetto organization that provides many Place, as well as the beach only a few volunteer opportunities in our area. minutes away, The volunteering usually takes its location place on Saturdays, with couldn't be organizations such as Kids in better. Distress, Habitat for Humanity, Dan Bradley, freshmen Cancun; Its large YMCA, Broward Outreach Center, tons of girls, tons of alcohol, and pool and and Gateway Community Outreach tons of music! And plus, surrounding everybody can keep a secret in Center. Cancunlu area seems as So far this semester, KIC has if it were taken worked on two projects for Habitat straight out of for Humanity homes in Boynton. Architectural Nine students participated in this Digest activity on Jan. 24 and Feb. 21. magazine. The volunteers helped to dig a However, this four-foot-deep hole for an electrical is not all. If State of the Art Gym pole. you're not in the mood for catching "I had fun and thought it was a some sun on the plush beach chairs, good social experience. I wish you can workout in the state of the art more people had signed up to help gym. It offers a full selection of another family who needs shelter, aerobic machines that all include because this is a good thing," says plasma screens, making your workout freshman Jessica Bernstein. a more enjoyable experience. Other On April1, from 3-6 p.m. KIC is Megan Brougher, junior Definitely recreational amenities include a pool to once again hosting an Easter go to Jamaica. I'd love to lie on table, a 60-inch plasma screen, a full Egg Hunt and carnival. the sandy beaches and listen to DVD library and half indoor basketball Two groups of children will reggae music. And a rum and court. attend, so KIC needs more help coke wouldn't hurt!" Security and assistance are from other organizations. available 24 hours a day. KIC meets every Thursday at Combat Identity Fraud Without a doubt, Palmetto Place is 5:30 p.m. on the second floor of the Website Provides Tips On truly one of the nicest places that Lynn Student Center. New Boca has to offer. No matter what you How To Protect ID members are always welcome. like and who you're entertaining, this But if you can't make the by Pablo Thayer apartment complex has something for meetings and still want to be a part E ducation Secretary, Rod all tastes. of KIC, contact Justine Mitchell at Paige, recently encouraged extension 7153 or Kelly James at Any student or faculty member IS welcome to extension 9074. college students to be conscious contnbute to the ePulse. Wnte to us at of increasing problems of identity ~pul~e@lynnun_tver~et theft. During a press conference at Howard University in Washington D.C, Paige disclosed steps that the 10-2003 - All rights reserved 7 www.lynnunlverslty.neVpulse On The Air Knight Radio Schedule ~ Greg Lym 8'ld David Sullivan 10:00-2:00 Greg lynn St10'tY 6:00-11 :00 Alsen Taub Tuesday: Nicolas Lupo 8'ld Brian Pal 2:30-3:45 Latin Music Mix with Alex Immigration Issues 4:Q0.5:00 DJ Angel with Jessica Bernstein International Students 5:00-7:00 Yaagul Davis 7:()()..8:00 Zilma 0s1e Traveling Abroad 7:Q0.8:00 M & P McMe St10'tY by Tuduetso Tebape 8:()().9:00 Regina and Carrie 5hoN 9:00-10:00 Spats Jam wl Mike Fisch W ith less WfrilA.c!r1mr &nlr Helmy, Gina L..opez, and Somara Mullngs than two Wheft: ,.,...,, ...... r' • .... 11~12:00 &nlr, Somara 8'ld Gina weeks left to 12:00-1:00 Latinas CI"'SSSYee' with Vannessa Spring Whwc: •.....,. llllw"""loNI C... Gar2Dn Break, the , ...... , 1:0()..,2:00 &nlr, Somera and Gina campus is 6:00.7:00 Lisa What: a----.....,_ 7:()()..8:00 "Chicks t:A the ROU'ld Table" with buzzing. For ..... Carrie, Taml and Emily international - 8:00.10:00 RyM Campogiani and Michael J. students, traveling out of the U. S Stromberg 10~12:00 DJ NYCC and DJ BeReal can be particularly challenging. Identity Fraud C'td Thursday: Joysette Rivera and Selymar Colon Ever since the events of 9\11, Department of Education (ED) is taking to 12:0()..2:00 DJ NYCC 8'ld DJ Be-Real security at airports in the United help students fight this problem. 3:()().4:00 DJ Angel with Jessica Bernstein States has tightened Paige announced the launching of 6~:00 AIIson Taub 8:Q0.9:00 Anna BenUey tremendously. ED's new web resource 10:00-12:00 The Adam and Allison Show For a non-citizen of the United www.Ed.gov/misused - which advises ~Adam Brown and Dave Aboulafla States, the journey through students on how to detect identity theft as 11~12:00 Hip Hop Lunch Mix with Kurt customs can be nerve racking, but well as providing them with tips on how to 1:30-2:30 Talk with Jacob and Nelson 5:Q0.9:00 OJ Ravl as long as the following details are protect their identity. Paige also organized before traveling, there introduced the ED Hotline (1-800- should be no need for worries. MISUSED) for anyone who suspects According to Sheila Sheppard, student loan fraud. associate director of international "Identity theft is one of the fastest programs at lynn, before leaving growing crimes against consumers," said the United States, international Paige. students must be sure to have their 1-20 form signed by lynn. Students must also be certain to What Do You Think! have the proper visa in order to enter their Spring Break Please assist us in determining how destination. accurately these five statements Still, re-entering the U.S. can be a daunting experience for reflect your perception of the international students. University. Click on the following "I had to wait four hours in line link to take a one-minute survey: before going through," said Sara htt ://www.survevmonkev. Assad. corn/s.as ?u=4721 0324513 But once the details are 0 finalized, nothing stands between you and good times. v;.,.. ,.. r.,_, . <,.;. - r-:'7. •.