Club President Keeps Chess in Check
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INSIDE In case you missed it, see page 2 INSIDE Not sure if you need to drop a class? See page 3 Be sure to check out our Former UTA counselor is annual Dining Guide for running for Congress, see • specials page 4 • local restaurants Consent trumps fame, see • student discounts page 7 • and more! Get to know the Hispanic leaders on campus, see page 8 You’ll love this new exercise class, see page 10 THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON Diane Seymour’s legacy at UTA spans three decades, Wednesday Volume 98, No. 8 see page 11 October 12, 2016 theshorthorn.com Since 1919 ARLINGTON Ethics of “Vote, Yes!” campaign questioned Texas Ethics Commission tional materials and advertisements for Arlington residents to vote to Firefighters, Arlington Board of Re- Save Our Stadium efforts of Citizens deems Rangers Stadium for the potential new Texas Rangers use an existing half-cent sales tax, altors and others. for a Better Arlington, said there stadium. 5 percent car rental tax and 2 per- isn’t a threat for that to happen in advertisements misleading. Citizens for a Better Arlington cent hotel occupancy tax to fund the immediate future. According issued a press release stating Texas the construction of a new ballpark. Future of the team to Citizens for a Better Arlington’s BY SELBY LOPEZ Ethics Commission notified it that The campaign is chaired by Ar- One claim is the Rangers will website, the Rangers’ lease lasts The Shorthorn sports editor ads used by the “Vote Yes!” commit- lington Mayor Jeff Williams and is leave if citizens vote against the new through 2024. Some Arlington residents dis- tee are misleading. endorsed by Arlington Police As- ballpark. RANGERS continues on page 3 agree over language used in promo- The “Vote Yes!” committee calls sociation, Arlington Professional Andy Prior, media liaison for the Club president keeps chess in check The Short- horn: Alexan- der Bihm Maverick Chess Club has grown in member size, leadership and skill level BY BRITTANY HARBORTH going step-by-step through matches The Shorthorn staff on the computer and breaking down each move, demonstrating different Under one student’s leadership, the strategies. Every single game is differ- Maverick Chess Club increased mem- ent, Su said, so it involves analyzing bership and professionalism. and calculating — every move counts. The club’s mission is to provide “If you miss one move, it could a professional, social environment to change the whole game,” Su said. foster interest and participation in Su was a member of UT-Dallas’ chess, said Eamon Kalafchi, club pres- chess team, which is recognized na- ident and psychology junior. Under tionally and internationally, he said. his leadership, it increased member- The Dallas organization regularly ship from about four to 40 regular represents their university in tourna- members, holds consistent meetings ments, including the Pan-American every Friday and works to be an or- Intercollegiate Championship. The ganization in which personal connec- team competes both online and in tions are made. person, and has traveled to cities like “We are trying to provide an envi- Beijing. ronment in which everyone feels wel- Su’s love for chess inspired him to come and plays a key role in helping find a club at UTA. improve the chess club’s core,” Kalafchi Kalafchi and Su met each other said. at UTA’s activity fair. After making a Knowing members on a personal personal connection, Kalafchi said Su basis helps to keep them coming back, joined the team as the club captain. Kalafchi said. Su said he’s there to help the orga- Students responded well to this nization grow bigger and stronger. The Shorthorn: Duy Vu Maverick Chess Club sees a va- leadership style, said Jimmy Rog- Players concentrate on their games Sept. 30 at a Maverick Chess Club practice Friday at Science Hall. ers , club faculty advisor and associate riety of players, from those who’ve chemistry and biochemistry professor never played the game before to those plicated nature is what he said drew selected. belonging within the organization. who’ve competed nationally. Kalafchi of practice. It’s encouraging to see the him in. Kalafchi said he considers the chess “Everyone has a necessary role,” greater amount of student turnout, said he wants members to feel wel- “Because it goes so far back, I think club officers as knowledgeable, strong Kalafchi said. come and like they’re part of a family. Rogers said. I’ve always had a personal connection leaders, who bring a sense of commu- In addition to the club, Kalafchi “I’m very pleased this semester,” “It’s just a place where people of with chess,” Kalafchi said. nity to the group. hopes to form a competitive chess all walks of life can come in and share Rogers said. “We have real strong lead- When Kalafchi transferred to UTA, “There is a large degree of profes- team. ership in terms of the student leaders.” their passion of chess together,” he he wanted to get involved with the sionalism within the group as dis- Civil engineering sophomore Dion said. Kalafchi’s interest in chess began chess club on campus. When the club played by our officers, which tran- Su acts as the club’s unofficial coach. when his father bought him a chess set president announced his resignation, scribes to the club as a whole,” Kalafchi As club captain, he gives members les- and played with him, he said. There Kalafchi applied for the position, said. sons and tips to improve. @ITS_BRITTANY101 are many angles to chess, and its com- shared his vision for the club, and was Kalafchi said there is a feeling of One way Su coaches members is by [email protected] ADMINISTRATION Faculty senate split on proposed changes Redacted external-review faculty senate chairman Daniel Cava- change to the Handbook of Operating The candidate’s college’s dean will vote will also be conducted on whether letters may be required for nagh said. Procedures Committee , he said. review the recommendations that to tenure or promote the candidate, promotion, tenure process. One of the process changes sug- Currently, the tenure and promo- evaluates the candidate’s teaching ef- and the result must be reported to the gested is to provide these letters, in tion process begins with reviewing the fectiveness, service contributions, and president. BY LEA ISABEL CUTILLAR redacted format, back to the candidate candidate by faculty colleagues in his scholarly, creative and professional Tenure and promotion will be The Shorthorn staff as feedback, he said. Redacted means or her department through a written work. The dean will meet with the awarded, pending approval of the any personal information is removed recommendation. A minimum of six University Promotion and Tenure Board of Regents, according to the Early last fall, faculty senate mem- from the external-review letters writ- evaluation letters, or external-review Committee to discuss the recom- Handbook of Operating Procedures. bers sparked the discussion about re- ten by respected scholars, Cavanagh letters, by distinguished scholars who mendations and materials. Karbhari In the April 27 faculty senate dacted external-review letters as part said. At this time, President Vistasp serve in the candidate’s field of study will attend this discussion. After the of the promotion and tenure process, Karbhari is intent on proposing the are required to continue the process. discussion, further deliberation and a FACULTY continues on page 4 Page 2 THE SHORTHORN Wednesday, October 12, 2016 IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Here are the top five stories from online this week. Check out the rest at www.theshorthorn.com. 1 2 3 4 5 Project survey Debate features Queens, kings Criminal Mischief, Pulitzer Prize- requests feedback healthcare, perform with 4 vehicles winners speak on from student energy, pride at Drag damaged reported social issues Future west campus project decisions are immigration Four vehicles were damaged on campus A talk about changing the world seemed “under construction,” with the help of the Show in one week, and UTA Police assisted to be a good way for Joseph Nguyen to student body and representatives. The presidential candidates sparred with an outside agency investigation. spend Thursday night. An online survey was emailed Wednesday onstage in the second debate Sunday Glam, glitz and courage were showcased Criminal mischief incidents with damage Nguyen sat in the back of Texas Hall with to students by Student Congress President night. during the fourth annual drag show. valued at greater than $100 but less a room full of other attendees to hear Laura Baker. The email asked students to Republican candidate Donald Trump The foyer was electric Friday night as than $750 were reported throughout the Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists Sheryl provide feedback about what the second and Democratic candidate Hillary hundreds of individuals lined outside the week. WuDunn and Nicholas Kristof speak at floor of the new dining hall should be, also Clinton answered audience questions Rosebud Theatre each eager to see who the Maverick Speaker Series event. known as the University Center West Project. during the town hall-style debate, will be crowned king and queen during Being an engineering freshman, Nguyen The email also provided information about moderated by journalists Anderson the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, also hopes to have an impact in society. the recent discussion of west campus Cooper and Martha Raddatz. Questioning and Ally Program event. construction of two new residence halls, a five-story parking garage and a dining hall. Glass blowing draws attention to Fort Worth art scene The Shorthorn: Haley Cox Matthew Everett and Austin Fields, glass blowing seniors, demonstrate how to make a glass shark Saturday during this years Art Goggle in at the glass studio SiNaCa.