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By Danielle Scott student leaders over the yeare. Assistant News Editor Student Government Executive Board Students who were willing to work At 4:30 p.m. last Tuesday at the hard for this place, and it couldn't be Rathskellar something very special better to a president of a university in happened. One president gave his last such a place," he said. THE NEW REIGN official speech. Another president Weaver was the second speaker. He 2001 Inauguration acted over his last official inaugura outlined the successes of his SG tion. And one lucky president began a administration such as later dining new era of leadership. hall hours, cash dispensers in the It was the 2001 Student Wellness Center and Mahoney and Government (SG) Inauguration. As Pearson Residential Colleges, and former SG president Shane Weaver arriving at an agreement with the stepped down, new SG president Jose University to adhere more closely to "Pepi" Diaz stepped up to the plate. the Miami Dade policy when natural The new SG administration, howev­ disasters hit the community. er, was not the only change commem­ "What does one say at the end of an orated by the inauguration. It marked administration?" Weaver asked. President Tad Foote's last opportunity "At the end of the administration, to officially act over an inauguration. one could say that we have had the This upcoming year also commemo­ honor both to be the first administra­ rates the 75th anniversary of the tions-sworn in at the start ofthe mil University of Miami. lennium, the beginning of a new The three speakers for the event, era-and the last to close out the era of Foote, Weaver and Diaz addressed a our esteemed President Foote," Weaver full house, which included family, said. friends and supporters. Dr. Pat "One could say that the strength of Whitely, the old Executive Board and an administration is evidenced by the Aileen Ugalde, assistant to upcoming leaders it produces, and four of this President Donna Shalala. year's members will return to serve "You are all taking office in a time of you this upcoming year,"he said. remarkable passage for the "One could say that we have seen University," Foote said as he addressed the power the students have to make the new SG administration following changes here. We have seen the moun an introduction by Whitely. tains we can move when the students, RUSSELL WOJTUSIAK/ f^^hoto Editor "There is no job more compelling faculty and administration all work THE NEW OFFICERS: Student Government President Jose Diaz's executive board sits onstage at the Rathskeller dur­ than being a university president. The ing Wednesday's Inauguration. At the podium, outgoing President Shane Weaver gives his farewell address. University of Miami has had excellent See SG • Page 2 AGLO conference helps Communication building dedicated A tale of two dents get at UM readies them for elected Student Government sena-t this dynamic industry." tor for the School, Heather Bogus. build better greek leaders buildings President Edward T. Foote II and Wolfson is the new home to the Coral Gables Mayor Raul Valdes- School's 1,300-plus undergraduate By Hadley Gamble and Jenny Focusing on climbing to success in Campus Life for Greek Affairs at Fauli were also in attendance along and graduate students, as well as Davison today's society, greek leaders were Florida International University By Daniel Boniface with prominent UM faculty, past- more than 44 faculty members. Off the 8' given the opportunity to participate spoke on how to make risk manage­ Hurricane Staff Writer faculty, administrators and local The School of Communication Greek affiliated students met at in a variety of activities stressing the ment work, while Mike Farley, coor It was the best of buildings, it was politicians. currently offers 10 major fields of the Whitten University Center, importance of interpersonal com dinator of Greek Lite and Leadership the worst of buildings, but as of Merrick, the longest standing study: advertising, broadcasting, Sunday, to participate in "Proud to be munication. Development at the University of spring break, the School of building on campus, served its pur broadcast journalism, communica­ Greek," a four-hour long seminar "Because leaders in the greek sys­ South Florida, directed hjs focus Communications said farewell to its pose, but was now grossly outdated, tion studies, print journalism, hosted by AGLO, the Association of tem are attempting to manage their towards mastering "leadership with old home, the Merrick Building. according to Pfister. media management, motion pic Greek-Letter Organizations. peers, it is often difficult ior them to an impact." Monday afternoon hundreds "It's night and day," he said of the Hires, photography, public relations, AGLO, whose purpose is mainly to become acknowledged authority fig­ Each section of the conference were in attendance as the School differences between the two build­ and video-film production. coordinate programming within the ures. The conference is geared toward involved audience interaction, so welcomed in a new era with the ings. "Merrick was designed for "The communications students Greek system, includes the understanding effective means ol that leaders were given the opportu­ dedication of the Frances L. education 40 to 50 years ago. deserve to have their own facilities Federation ot Historically Black problem solving, as well as establish nity to experience situations in Wolfson School of Communication Wolfson is a space designed for and a comfortable learning envi­ Greek Letter Organizations, the Inter ing good working relationships," said which leadership skills were impera­ Building. Merrick's replacement, communication education today. ronment," said Bogus. "I'm sure this Fraternity Council, the Latino Greek Justin Levine of Lambda Chi Alpha. tive in making their arguments, said Wolfson is a step in the direction of That's the real difference." will be a big improvement over the Council and the Panhellenic Also speaking at the conference Hernandez. maintaining the University's repu Pfister went on to say that cramped, makeshift little rooms we Association. was Chris Locke, assistant director A dramatic increase in the level of tation as a top-notch school for the Wolfson's technology is ahead ofthe had to use in Merrick." Ihe leadership conference, chaired lor Student Wellness at the George A. participation was also evident at the major. curve right now. He admitted that So what will become of Merrick by Amanda Powers and vice chaired Smathers Wellness Center. conference. Over 170 Greek leaders "The new building symbolizes a he didn't know how long it would now? by Dave Hernandez, was an opportu­ Locke emphasized viewing con attended in contrast with the usual commitment," said Bob Radziewicz, stay ahead, but as far as communi Dean Pfister admitted that he nity to bring greek leaders together, frontation as a caring act, as well as 120, according to Hernandez. journalism instructor at UM and cation education goes, the building honestly didn't know. He said that and to increase their effectiveness in the importance of member account­ "The seminar was largely success­ assistant city editor for The Miami is currently the top of the line. the department of Sociology was their chapters, said Hernandez. ability. ful," said Hernandez. "The topics of Herald. "The whole program is Other than a few minor glitches, rumored to take over the extra The keynote address, given by Participant Julie McCoy, vice pres­ concern were not only relevant in moving ahead. The new classrooms such as computers freezing, or a space, but he had seen no definite Nonnie Cameron, set the tone for the ident of Social Standards for Delta today's greek community, but the are brighter and roomier, and any­ chair shortage, the new building has plans. afternoon. Gamma, said she felt that "by role- speakers found new and interesting time you have a better atmosphere, received nothing but positive feed­ So, as the School of A certified business etiquette con­ playing, we were able to gain experi­ ways of motivating greeks to under­ it makes it that much easier for the back from its inhabitants, as well. Communications bids adieu to sultant, Cameron facilitates etiquette ence with confronting our friends, stand ways of dealing with those students to learn" "I think the new classrooms are Merrick, we can only wonder what and interpersonal skills programs peers and chapter members." issues." Classes began in Wolfson much nicer than the old ones," said is in store next for the campus's across the country. Todd Sullivan, assistant director ot spring break, and with the build­ communications student and newly longest standing piece of tradition. ing's special invitation-only cere­ mony dedication, the school's move is right on schedule, said founding Meek discusses women in politics dean of the School, Edward Pfister. The $10 million, 56,000-square foot Wolfson Building, is now hous­ Congresswoman "I walked with the same cane as history and its connection to slavery ing all of the School of anyone else and I know what it's like has helped shape the kind of person Communication's programs under stresses activism to survive in the world,"said Meek of she is."I kept my humility in college. one roof for the first time in time her experiences as a woman and a I know now that women have a dou for the School's 15th anniversary By Priya Idiculla politician. ble handicap. We are a political next semester. Hurricane Staff Writer "I've noticed that politics is every­ minority." Pfister and Board of Trustees Carrie Meek's grandfather was a where and in every walk of life, even Meek's talk focused on how members-including School ot slave. Her mother was a wash in the academic marketplace where women need to vote and take an Communication patroness Frances woman. you have to negotiate lor your active part in the democratic system. Wolfson, for whom the building is Meek is the first A frican - grades." 'The gaining of power requires named-spoke at the dedication cer­ American elected to Congress Irom Meek was elected in 1992 and her that you must vote. You must realize emony. Florida since Reconstruction. long list of affiliations include being that like Gloria Steinam said, 'every "This new building and all its Monday, The Department of a member of the House issue is a woman's issue.'" facilities will give our students the •JORGE GALVEZ/ Photo Editor Womens Studies invited her to dis Appropriations (ommittee and the To influence young women to go competitive edge," said Pfister. "The GENEROUS BENEFACTOR: Frances Wolfson speaks during the CUM "Women in Politics" to students NAACP into politics, Meek said that a politi generosity of Frances L. Wolfson dedication of the new Wolfson DDmrriunicatJon BuikJng and UM community members at the Her grandfather was a slave, and will ensure that the theoretical as Monday afternoon. Storer Auditorium. she said knowledge of her family ~"SeeMEEK "• Page~3~ well as the hands-on learning stu r r Friday, March 3Q, 2QQ1 NEWS The Miami Hurriiiiiii' Nejsjjefs

Diaz looks toward 75th anniversary • STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS CALL FOR MEMBERS Make new friends! Have tun! Be a leader! Be an atMsor! Make decisions ^ Make policy! Plan events! Be a resource! Two premier University of Miami orga From SG • Page 1 lessness, and I look up to you because coordinator to vice president and for­ begin on June 1. According to Ugalde, nizattons, COSO and SAFAC, are looking for new members. ot that and all the other beautiful mer Speaker of the Senate Jose Diaz is who was present on her behalf, she is COSO the Committee on Student Organizations is comprised of students together," Weaver said. things you represent," Diaz said. the new SG president. not as yet up to date on issues con­ responsible for supporting student organization life. COSO members serve as an "One could say a lot at the end of an "I thank God for having graced me Speakers and audience alike cerning the school but she did take advocate for student organizations, their leaders, and their efforts; are responsi administration. But what we choose to with the presence of one of his most seemed excited about the changes for the time to send congratulations to ble for reviewing applications for new student organizations; monitoring student say is thank you," Weaver said. "We precious angels," he continued. the University the new student leaders. organizations; enforcing policies and procedures; acting as the adjudicating hone that we made you proud." The cameras snapped away anx­ "It seems like it's going to be a "Once she arrives she would like to body fot complaints against student organizations; and providing support ser vices as needed for the betterment of student organizational life at the University When Diaz took the stage following ious to capture the new president in bright future. The platform Pepi ran sit down with student leadership to COSO also plans such events as the Involvement Fairs and SOAR Awards Weaver, a cheerful murmur went his fettered state. on was one of change and renewal and become acquainted with the specific Ceremony The positions available include: Achievement and Recognition through the crowd as he adjusted the "Dad, you have been my best friend rebirth just in time for the University's issues and exactly what she wants to Coordinator involvement Fair Coordinator, Leadership Development Coordinator microphone to accommodate Ins since I could remember. Though we 75th anniversary," senior, Vivek do," Ugalde said. Marketing Coordinator, Ombudsperson, Organization Registration Coordinator. markedly taller frame. do not always agree, I know more Bhargava said. Bhargava is an active "Our platform is an attainable one. Secretary of Technology and Coordinator Treasurer. Diaz began his speech directly SAFAC, the Student Activity Fee Allocation Committee, is comprised of stu addressing the people who have dents responsible for determining the distribution of the student activity fee to helped him in the last year The first "We plan to finish off the year with a bang." registered student organizations SAFAC reviews yearly student organizations thanks went out to Weaver. As well as funding requests during the spring semester and hears requests for supplemen working together in student govern­ Jose Diaz. Student Government President tal and capital expenditure funding on a weekly basis throughout the academic ment, he and Weaver arc also fraterni year. Funding is provided to student organizations to help subsidize operating and programming costs. SAFAC members also provide workshops on the bud ty brothers. geting process and serve as a resource on financial matters for student organi "They say that the mark of a good zation members and leaders. The positions available include: Sophomore president is if they leave their often than you not, you are probably member of many student organiza­ We want to build on the past, by Delegate. Junior Delegate, Senior Delegate and Student Organizatton-at-Large respective organization in better right and though it drives me crazy, 1 tions and an avid Diaz supporter. expanding the role for Category Five, Delegate. shape that when they started their appreciate that," Diaz said addressing "The things the new administra­ the spirit programming board, in its Applications are available in the Whitten University Center, Room 209. and term. If that is the case, you have first operational year," he said. his father. tion suggested reflect the suggestions are due April 6,2001. For more information contact Zaneeta Daver in Room 209 been an incredible president "Thank you, and thank you for of the student body," freshman, Some changes Student at 305-284-6399 or [email protected] because you have truly left your blinding me with your camera Rebecca Meng said. Meng is a mem­ Government will continue working to mark in Student Government and because now 1 can't read," he joked ber of the same sorority, Zeta Tau institute are a longer Fall Break, the University of Miami," Diaz said. good-naturedly to his father. Alpha, as new SG vice president, Lily rental cards for the new wireless President Foote, Dr. Pat Whitely, The bilingual Diaz proceeded to Guallar. internet service, and a Safe Ride pro­ Richard Walker and all the unnamed thank his grandparents-or Diaz' admiration for his fellow stu­ gram for students going to Coconut administrators who work with abuelos-in Spanish. Diaz' remaining dent leaders seemed to be readily rec­ Grove on weekends, Diaz said. Student Government were also paid family and friends received a comi­ iprocated. Some of the new ideas include a REGISTRATION their dues by the new SG president. cally generic thank you. "I think that Pepi will do an excel­ kiosk system to inform the 64 percent Ail new students must complete immunization requirements prior to registration Dean Singleton-who was not pre­ "To the rest of my family and lent job attacking his platform and of the student population that are for the next semester Please contact Student Health for further information at sent-received extra special thanks friends, a big thank-you. Insert name following through with his initiative," commuter students about upcoming 305-284-5933 school events, a Good Students for helping Diaz over the course of here, example Adriana, Johnny, junior, Danny Miller said. Miller has VOLUNTEER ACTION WEEK the past two years. etcetera!" Diaz said. known Diaz for two yeas and was rewards program, and longer com Amnesty International is having a week devoted to Human Rights issues which "^ truly look up to him and see The last people on Diaz's long list class senator for both his freshman puter hours on campus, Diaz said. includes the Sierra Leone's diamond problem and Human Rights Violations in the him as a true role model in my life," were the members of Student and sophomore years. "As a freshman, 1 came into the United States. For more information call Ana Maria Colmenares at 305-538 Diaz said. Government. This allowed him a As Weaver talked about the University of Miami a son of two 0530. "Sigma Phi Fpsilon, my brothers. changes his administration made, alumni, and a proud Hurricane. I segue into speaking about his experi­ DEADLINE I truly have found some of the best ences in student leadership for the Diaz spoke of those his administra knew that the possibilities were limit­ The application deadline for summer 2001 programs is today. If you intend to people I have ever encountered in past three years. t ion plans to make. less, but many obstacles came in my apply and/or have any questions, please contact the IEEP office at our fraternity," Diaz continued. "1 have gained new friends, lost "We plan to finish off the year with course. I persevered, and now I am ieepOmiami.edu. Their campus address is: Allen Hall 212. Their phone extension Diaz then took time to thank his old ones, never forgetting the past, a bang. I want to make sure that here doing something I love," Diaz is 3234. If you need an extension to the deadline, you must contact an IEEP advi sor (Chris or Elyse) to discuss. mother and father individually. His but always hoping for a brighter President loote has the best send-off said. family was present in the audience tomorrow," he said. ever, a student tribute to the man who "I believe in Student Government, WORKSHOP including his grandparents Of the other Executive Board mem­ has taken our University to new and I believe in the University of Let's Go Publications is hosting a workshop to promote their travel guide books As he addressed his mother, the bers present, ex Treasurer Margaux heights in the past two decades. I also Miami. I know that with a little faith and answer questions about travelling to places such as Asia, Europe, Africa. raw emotion seemed to take over his Manley has been elected as the new want to make sure that President and a lot of hard work, this year will Latin America and Australia today from 2 - 3 p.m. in the UC Room 233. Please call 305-284-3181 or e-mail [email protected] for more information. body as he shuddered away the tears. executive secretary, while former Shalala will have the best welcome be an incredible one." The crowd responded to his passion Chief of Staff Michael Johnston is the ever," he said. FREE FORM MULTI-MEDIA EXHIBITION with a kind laugh of encouragement. new speaker of the Senate. Lily Donna Shalalas duties as President The exhibition will feature video, photography, ceramics, sculpture, glass blow "You are the very definition of self Guallar has moved up from cabinet of the University of Miami officially ing, and tattoo artistry work of recognized regional artists. It will be held tonight from 7-11 p.m. in the Ceramics & Sculpture Building Courtyard on 1300 Dickinson Drive For more information call Nicole Friedland at 305-284-1607 or [email protected]

RAPE, AGGRESSION, DEFENSE (RAO) Women take R.A.D. and learn how to defend yourself. A certified instructor will teach the dass self-defense strategies that are easy to leam, retain and employ. The class costs $25 and is open to all women. Section 1 will be held today from WHAT ARE YOU 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. at the Wellness Center. For more information call 284-LIFE. GREEK ODYSSEY 2001 Today- Opening Ceremonies at 5:30 p.m. on the Rock Saturday- Dartce-A-Thon from 12 p.m. -12 a.m. at the Rathskellar DOING WITH Sunday- Songfest at 7 p.m at the Granada Presbyterian Church April 3- Greek God/ Goddess Competition at 7:30 p.m. on the UC Stage April 4- Organized Cheer at 7:30 p.m. in the UC Stage and Singled Out at 7:30 p.m. in the UC Stage and Patio YOUR STUFF April 6- Mystery Event at 5:30 p.m. in the Pan Hellenic Building April 7- Olympic Day beginning at 11:45 a.m. in the Wellness Center, collegeboKt. April 8- Closing Ceremonies beginning at 3:00 p.m. in the UC PatJo /^QJIS SUMMER? EARTH DAY Earth Alert is holding a celebration in the UC Patio today in celebration of Earth Day. Along with the Friday Groove, activities will include games, food, and infor mation on how each person can make a difference in protecting the earth. The event will be held from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information or if you would like to help out please contact [email protected] colfegebo colleqeboxes ETHICS SERIES LOOKS AT ISSUES OF SEX UM and VA Medical Center are presenting Sex, Fecundity and Reproduction Scientific, Social and Ethical Challenges with Germaine M. Buck today at noon in the Rosenstiel Building 6018, Pharmacology Conference Room, for more infor mation 305-243-5723 or write to Campus Box M-825 or e-mail [email protected]. / I COSO SOAR AWARD NOMINATIONS The Committee on Student Organizations (COSO) urges you to apply for or nom inate someoneto receiv e a Student Organization Achievement and Recognition (SOAR) Award. The applications are now available in the Department of Student Activities and Leadership Programs, Whitten Univeisity Center Room 209 Awards are available for Organization of the Year; Best New Organization; Most SHIPPING 5TORflGE|*> Improved Organization; five awards for Excellence in Programming, Advisor of the Year and Silent Inspiration. The deadline for applications is Friday.

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PHOTOGRAPHS WITH WORDS EXHIBITS must 'keep curtail blood shortage Photographs with Words, a photography exhibit of the work of Michael Cartebach, Professor in the School of Communications, will be opening at 6 p.m on Monday, April 2, in the School of Architecture Gallery (Building 48E). The open­ fighting' ing will include a reception at 6 p.m. followed by a lecture at 6:45p.m. The exhib­ Blood drive it will run through April 20. For further information, call Carolyn White at 284- 5002. From MEEK * Page 1 begins this years BLOOD DRIVE cal jobs have great rewards, such as The Wellness Center is hosting its monthly blood drive from 2-10 p.m. on really getting to know constituents Greek Week Monday and Tuesday, April 2 and 3. For more information, call 284-UFE and important public iss LECTURE SERIES ON JEWISH STUDIES By Hadley Gamble "It's a wonderful career,"said Meek. A New Look at Old Assumptions. Six Perspectives on Contemporary Jewish "Young women should be able to go Hurricane Staff Writer Experience. The lecture series begins at 8-10 p.m. on Monday at the Faculty to Congress just like young men," she The University held its annual Club. Rabbi Tsvi Blanchard will speak on Contemporary Jewish Thought. The said. series continues through to August. All sessions are free and open to the public. blood drive this week—ending For more details or to RSVP contact Adriana Cassinera at acassineraOmiami.edu She suggests joining as many orga today, as a part of Greek Week or 305-689-6882. nizations as possible for women to 2001—which is recognizable each get involved, "so you can learn how year by the numerous brightly col­ RHETORIC OF RACISM LECTURE power is emanated. In order to ored bandages proudly displayed by The English Composition Symposium invites students and faculty to attend a lec­ ture by Dr. Victor Villanueva English Department Chair of Washington State change things, we have to get in blood donors around campus. University; Memoria is a Friend of Ours: On the Rhetoric of Racism. The talk is office." The blood drive was an essential free and open to the public, will take place at 3 p.m. on April 5, in LC 160. For "Putting it in simple terms, look at part of the philanthropic spirit details, call 284-3090. all that has already been accom­ being promoted by this year's Greek plished. If you ignore history it will be Week organizers, they said THE PATENT LAW & TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER SEMINAR repeated,1' Meek said about how the The Office of Technology Transfer is hosting the Patent Law & Technology "When you give blood, you have Transfer Seminar. Two sessions are being held on Tuesday, April 10. The first ses­ past of women's politics has influ­ the opportunity to save three lives," sion is from 11 a.m.-noon in the Better Auditorium, Medical campus. The second enced the future. said Maryann Lynch, a blood donor session is from 2-3 p.m. in the Storer Auditorium, Gables campus. Space is lim­ The talk also dealt with the issue of for Delta Phi Epsilon sorority. ited, RSVP by April 3. For details or to RSVP, call 305-243-5689. divide between women Democrats Hosted by the Inter-Fraternity WELLNESS CENTER BOOK CLUB and women Republicans. "Regardless Council, the blood drive is one ofthe This new club will have its second meeting on April 4 from 6 - 7 p.m. Books are of party, women come together on the largest and most important blood ordered at discount and the first book featured is Catherine Ryan Hyde's Pay It majority of issues," said Meek. drives for the South Florida Blood Forward. Advance registration is required. For details call 205-284-LIFE. "Women and men see matters dif­ Bank, said organizers ferently, which makes a difference in Although affiliated with Greek ENGENDERING SEX Solutions is having its first interdisciplinary conference. The first session is on federal legislation. We need more Week ceremonies, participation has Writing Women and will be on April 4 at 3:30 p.m. in the UC Flamingo Ballroom women in power to educate men," not been limited to those in lhe PRISCILLA CHA FONG/ Hi jrricane Staff B. Dr. Mihoko Suzuki from the English Department will be speaking. Meek said. greek community. Because of the SAVING LIVES: Over 200 donations were given on the She also stressed the need for tremendous blood shortage in Greek Week blood drive's first day, Monday MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR attention to women specific issues in South Florida, organizers said it is The School of Music and Opera Theater will present Otto Nicolai's Merry Wives of Windsor, directed by Rafael DeAcha and conducted by Thomas Sleeper, at 8 politics. "We as women must grasp important that students and faculty goal." come first-time donors, said orga p.m. on April 5-7 and at 3 p.m. on April 8 in Gusman Hall on the Gables campus. the medal and keep fighting for come and lend their support to the The event constitutes a large part nizers. Faculty and Staff discounts are available. For tickets or information, call 305- women's rights," she said. cause. of the Greek Week ceremonies, and UM students Matt Gowcns, and 284-4886. For additional concert listings, visit http^/www music.miami.edu "Women are everywhere! In sports Greek Week's first event, Monday, greek leaders are pleased lo be giv­ Lance Amatto donate each year. (click the concerts link). like tennis and basketball, and now began slowly for the blood drive, ing back to the community, they When asked what brings them LUAU they are even a majority at NASA," with 223 donations, but Greek Week said. back, their answer was simple: Hurricane Productions and the Asian Students Association are having a luau on Meek added, acknowledging the executives expected numbers to "By making the blood drive a part "the cookies." the UC Patio from 6 - 9 p.m. on April 5. Drums of Polynesia will perform at 7 p.m. achievements of women today. increase dramatically by mid-week. of Greek Week, we are able to make a The duo were referring to that and the first 25 people to attend will get free tropical drinks Meek ended her talk with a call for Also, to add to the regular amount of positive contribution to the commu­ fact that afterward, all blood a positive female outlook toward the ' donations this year, the executive nity, as well as encourage participa­ donors are treated to food and COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING GOLF TOURNAMENT The sixth annual tournament is on April 6 at Don Shula's Hotel and Golf Club in current political scene. committee is offering bonus points tion within our greek system," said beverage by the Blood Bank staff Miami Lakes, The price of a foursome is $750 and includes all golt and cart fees, "To make a difference we must if organizations have a certain per Adrienne Jacoby, Greek Week co- to ensure that they are properly lunch, t-shirt, goody bag, reception, dinner and chances for great raffle prizes. make suggestions instead of com­ centage of their roster donate at cer­ chair for Delta (iamma. hydrated. All proceeds go to scholarship funds for College of Engineering students. For reg­ plaints and increase the voter tain times. The experience is made as Participants will be asked to fill istration and sponsorship opportunities e-mail szabowskMDmiami edu or call turnout. If you cannot convene, you Drew Brennan, of Sigma Chi, stat­ comfortable as possible by the out information sheets and then 305-284-2973. can always intervene." ed that the committee would like to highly trained professional staff of be allowed to give blood-which have "over 800 donations for the the South Florida Blood Bank, who most donors say is a painless week, and we expect to achieve this try to assure a short wait and wel­ process.

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By Andrea Alegria Humcane Staff Writer SUMMER 2001 Imagine living with 60 ft. of water Registration for summer sessions 1 and 2 will be held April 10-20. above your head in a cell 10 ft. high and 20 ft.long . Now consider your old child­ RECRUITING ON CAMPUS Michael Graves & Associates is recruiting students on campus on April 17. hood fishbowl and think about Submit resumes on ToppelTrak by April 10 in order to participate. For mort exchanging roles with the fish, with information please contact the Toppel Career Center at 305-284-5451 or them looking in at you. www.miami.edu/toppel. This is basically how assistant Dean of the Rosenstiel School of Marine and V-DAY The Vagina Monologues Is coming toth e Cosford Cinema on April 11th at 7:30 Atmospheric Science (RSMAS) Dr. p.m. The event is open to all students, faculty and staff. For more information Ellen Prager, lived for six days at contact Jennifer Kleinman at 306-284-5511 Aquarius, the worid's only underwater habitat-located five miles off Key UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH DAY All UM undergraduates who have completed a research project at the University Largo at a depth of 50 feet. or elsewhere within the past year are welcome to take part In the research day "It is like an underwater mobile on April 19 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. in the UC Lower Lounge. The deadline for the home for six. Actually, it was pretty application and abstract is April 4th by 5 p.m. Poster set-up wtll be from 8 a.m. fomfortable for a week or so, and the -1 p.m. The judging session will be from 2 - 5 p.m. All entrants are Invited to the scenery was great!" said Prager in a lec­ URD recognition and awards luncheon on Friday, April 20th. Applications are available at the Honors Program Office, or contact URD co-chairs Veronica ture and slide-show given to the UM Segarra, [email protected] or Viviana Temino, [email protected] with Scuba Club members last Tuesday. your requests or questions The slides delved club members into the colorful depths of Aquarius and its EARTHALERT undersea environs UM's environmental club has its meetings on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. upstairs in the International Lounge of the UC. The club participates in a variety of events "Like dockwork, every night we'd see before the aquanauts start living was without a doubt the jaw dropping Dr. Prager is a well published marine including a campus recycling initiative, community service projects, outdoor scientist who has written scientific a giant barracuda peering in through underwater, she said description of the "filling stations," said recreational activities and political activism on local and national environmental the window watching us," said Prager. "One night someone even brought attendee and club secretary Sebastian journals, public oriented magazines, a issues. Students attending the lecture also down a pizza and a lemon merengue Foltz. children's book entitled SAND for the got a glimpse of the true definition of pie, which turned into 'slime pie' National Geographic Society,and vari­ THE BATE-PAPO The Department of Foreign Languages has formed a new informal Portuguese Iprestwre" because of the increased pressure," Set up at about 60 ft. deep, at the bot ous popular science books for Mc­ conversational hour, "The Bate-Papo." It will be held every Thursday from 5-7 Prager explained that aquanauts are Prager said. torn of the ocean, these hut-shaped Graw Hill which include her most p.m. at the Rathskellar Friends, students, native speakers and any other mem­ saturated with nitrogen in order to "Merengue is mostly air," she structures allowed two nitrogen-satu recently published book, THI bers of the UM community are welcome. For more information contact Professor extend their dives up to nine hours at explained. rated scuba divers at a time to be sud­ OCEANS. Butterman at 305-284-4858, ext. 8-7221 or E-mail [email protected]. depths of about 110 ft. She said the crew also had a denly surrounded by air from the waist She has hosted broadcasts for a pro­ UM RUGBY "Living underwater can be kind of microwave and instant hot water and up gram televised nationally within The UM Rugby team is open to everyone regardless of experience. Practice is cm scaryf Prager said. "Aquanauts cannot ate lots of oatmeal and peanuts, high- This enables them to refill their schools, Project Oceanography, and in Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5 p.m. For more information contact Saul at 305- come up to the surface under any cir energy food to keep them warm. tanks underwater, stop for a small chat the 1998's weeklong mission in 265-2260 or E-mail [email protected]. Visit the UM Rugby Website at cumstance without going through the Something else that helps to ease the with a buddy, and even have a little Aquarius, was interviewed on NBC's www.miami.edu/wellness/club/rugby i 7 hour decompression process." severity of the habitat dwellers' condi­ snack and drink before resuming their Today Show. She has also written online UM RACQUETBALL CLUB If they were to do so, she said, after tions sort of-is the "Martini Effect," as dive. for MSNBC and worked with the UM students of all experience levels are welcome to join this club. Court times 12 minutes the nitrogen in the diver's Prager called it. Other unique habitat aspects dis National Geographic Society. are Tuesday and Thursday from 7-9 p.m. For more information contact James at blood would boil like hot water. Due to inevitable nitrogen narcosis cussed included the "moon pool," She gave some helpful hints to those 305-270-8117 or E-mail him at Dive^ [email protected]. Prager further explained that condi­ in the bloodstream, aquanauts experi which allows entrance to and from the eager to follow in her footsteps. Having tions in the habitat require arduous ence a high after ihe first weeks in the ocean directly without the need for a had very diverse job experiences, she UM FIELD HOCKEY hours of training and preparation, habitat. hatch, due to the regulated pressure of encouraged members to participate in Anyone interested in playing field hockey contact Sasha at 305-689-4654 or E- mail her at [email protected]. but-except for the low temperatures, "Something that you would find only the air inside Aquarius. as many diving opportunities as possi­ the fact that their wet suits never dry mildly funny at the surface, would SCUBA Club President Sandy Rosen ble and informed them of the accessi­ LAMBDA SIGMA EPSILON off, and the exhaustion from hard make you fall to the floor laughing said Prager's talk was an example of bility of internships in Aquarius and If you are interested in academic excellence, cultural awareness and diversity, work-conditions down under aren't all down there," said Prager, generating a how the club encourages students to other research labs. brother hood and community service find out more about one of the oldest and that bad. wave of laughter in response from the network and look into interesting Club members said they were very most culturally diverse ftaternities of its kind in the country. Call 786-247-1741 or visit www.lsu79.org "In the Aquarius we ate pretty well, audience. careers receptive to Prager's message and look lots of soup and some freeze-dried," Students said they were awe-struck "We have guest speakers for the up to her as having experienced a work! MINI CANES RECREATIONAL SPORTS SUMMER CAMP added Prager of another, nicer aspect of by the technology used in Prager's mis­ SCUBA Club in order to generate par they can only dream of. The camp is open to all children ages 6-12 and will take place in the Wellness the underwater lifestyle sions to study the condition ofthe coral ticipation and interests and inform "It is amazing to hear from someone Center. Summer Camp Staff is also wanted. For more information visit the The Aquarius staff brings down the reefs. members of current marine topics and who actually lived underwater," said Website at www.miami.edu/wellness/camp or call 305-284-8510 for an enroll­ ment form. food in watertight, pressurized pots One of the highlights of the lecture job opportunities," said Rosen. Foltz."The idea of it is amazing"

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WOMEN'S March 30, 2001 TENNIS The 30lh-ranked Miami •vomen's tennis team defeated the 64th-ranked flortfi Carolina State Wotfpack 5-2 Monday afternoon at the NC State Tennis Complex Miami improves to 12-5 overall, »vn«e the loss drops NC The Hurricanes begin their stretch State to 5-8 on the aaa­ aon. run toward Omaha with weekend Miami took the opening doubles point, winning at series vs. No. 24 Cal. St. Fullerton f» No. 1 and No. 3 posi­ tions. Katia Bogomolova and Alanna Broderick teamed up at No. 1 dou­ blesto oow n Loni Worstey ppd Jackie Leskovar 8-6, "'.the treshman duo of am Bennacer and Hafner defeated e Myrna Bawono and Katrina GiWemeister 8-6 By Michael Corbo "Their record is no indication of how good they are. §t No. 3 doubles. Assistant Sports Editor They may be 15-10, but they have played a very tough Ihe Hurricanes went on While the College World Series is over two months away, schedule so far this season and have a lot of experience to pck up wins at No. 1, members ofthe Miami Hurricane baseball team will have against some of the nations top teams." No 3, No 4 and No 5 sin­ to start playing as if they were in Omaha over the course of Cal. State Fullerton has already played No. I Stanford, gles the next month, starting this weekend against the No. 5 Southern California, No. 6 Arizona State, and No. 8 California State Fullerton Titans. Baylor this season. The Titans are also ranked No. 6 in the Cal State is led by starting pitchers Jon Smith (5-0 with RP1 rankings (as of March 18). a l.8l earned run average) and Kirk Saarloos (6-2,1.32 Miami is No. 1 in the RPI rankings, but will need to step ERA).Saarloos,a senior right-handed pitcher, already has their game up another level in the upcoming months if three shutouts and 76 strikeouts so far this season in I 3 they wish to return to the College World Series. appearances. "We've been practicing all season with the mindset that For Miami to defeat Saarloos and Cal State Fullerton, we are going back to Omaha and that's our goal," Walker they will have to get some more productivity out of their said."Fullerton is the type of team that we could be seeing bats, which haven't been swinging well as of late. in the Super Regional. These are the type of games that we "This is a really big test for us," first baseman Kevin have to win and the type of series that we have to win." WOMEN'S GOLF Brown said "We haven't been hitting the ball real well as a Walker should face Cal St. Fullerton tonight in the first team. We've had good defense as of late, but we just need game of the three-game series. The left-handed junior For the 17th consecutive year, and the 18th in the to turn up the hitting." leads the Hurricanes with a 7-0 record, while compiling a 31-year history of the Two players who have been hitting the ball well are 2.72 ERA and 35 strikeouts. tournament, the Marcus Nettles and Kevin Howard. Walker will have to shut down the bats of senior Aaron University of Miami will Nettles leads the team in batting average (.588) and on Rifkin and junior Robert Guzman in order to be success­ Host the Ryder/Florida base percentage (.505), while Howard has boosted his ful against the Titans. Women's Collegiate Golf Championship, March 30 average up 90 points (from .262 to .352) in the past month Riflcin.a firstbaseman , is batting .322 with a team-high April 1, at Don Simla's and a half six home runs, 20 runs batted in, and 21 runs scored Golf Club and Resort in "I've been playing with a lot more patience at the plate," Guzman, an outfielder, leads the team in batting average Miami Lakes Play is Nettles said. "I'm not forcing anything, which is why my (.337) with six doubles and 10 RBIs. scheduled to start at 7:30 on base-percentage has been so high." "We just have to stay in as long as we can and give up as am. each day and admis­ sion is free. Patience will be a key to this Hurricane team in the few runs as possible," Walker said. "Our relief pitchers have The tournament features month of April as their schedule begins to toughen up. At be playing really well as of late and we know we can get the best women's cotte- the same time, Miami must begin preparation for the great back up from them." giate golf in Florida, as 14 College World Series. The performance of the relief staff will be a key to the schools from the state Alter a three-game series with Savannah State, Miami Hurricanes' success over the next few series. come together tor three rounds to determine the will play a two-weekend, six-game series—April 13-15 in So far this season Miami's starting pitchers (Walker, slate champion Tnis sea­ Coral Gables, the 20-22 at Tallahassee—with long-time Kiki Bengochea, Tom Farmer and Chris Sheffield) have a son's championship wiH rival llorida State. After that, Miami will play host to combined record of 20-2, while the relief staff has a record feature six teams ranked Virginia (April 27-29) to close out the month of April. of 5-4. among the top 64 teams But before both of those teams, Cal. St. Fullerton awaits. Luke DeBold (1 -1 with four saves and a 1.42 ERA) and In the nation, including No. 28 South Florida, "This series will be a great measure to see how lar along George Huguet (0-0 with six saves and a 2.66 ERA) have (Mending champion and we are as a team," starting pitcher Brian Walker said. developed into Miami's primary closers. 35th-ranked Central "These are the games that little mistakes will begin to hurt The Hurricanes, however, have struggled with their Florida, No. 43 Florida you. Teams like Cal State will beat you if you make those middle- inning relief work, which is something that Brown !, No. 45 Florida, No. mistakes." said he realh/ isn't worried about. Miami and No. 64 Florida International. JORGE GALVEZ/PhotoF... Cal. St. Fullerton currently ranks 24th in the Baseball "We always turn it on at the end of the season," Brown Bounding out the field are BATTER UP: Kevin Brown and the rest of UM's lineup must America poll with a 15-10 record, but Walker said their said. "We just need to stay focused and get ready for the Barry, Bethune-Cookman, step it up at the plate in order to beat Cal. St. Fullerton. record can be very deceptive. regionals." Florida Atlantic. Florida Southern, Jacksonville, Lynn, Rollins and Stetson. Miami looks to continue III strong start this spring The first two competitions LBs Campbell, Vilma out of the spring season have Patience pays off for Jones seen the Hurricanes finish second at the 10- team for remainder of spring UCF Invitational (Feb. 12- 13) and sixth at the 16- Year off helps WR "Daryl, on the other hand, came from a season and those experiences will be key team USF Invitational high school program |Carter High School to this football club in 2001" Weaver, Williams and "the twin" [Jarrell Weaver) will (Mar 19-20). mature into leader in Dallas] that didn't throw the ball very After red-shirting in '99, Jones take over the starting weakside and Miami, which has won the much, so while he was mature as a pers< >n, returned to the Hurricane lineup in 2000 strongside positions, respectively. state title eight times, will will'have to pick up be led by senior Ashleigh he wasn't very mature receiverwise." as the No. 4 receiver and top kick returner Williams, who played fullback last By Michael Corbo Barrett-Hamilton as it Despite Coker's pleading with Davis Jones made an immediate impact in the slack'for Miamiseason , was moved to linebacker at attempts to take champi- Assistant Sports Editor and Johnson, Jones was redshirted for the both areas. Playing in all 11 regular-sea­ the start of this spring and will now for the first time Two years ago, before the 1999 colle- 1999 season. son games, the 5-10,190-lb. receiver had By Michael Corbo get a chance to show his potential at 1993. Hamilton, the giate footballseaso n started. Butch Davis, "It was a big year for Daryl," Wayne 12 receptions for 181 yards and one Assistant Sports Editor the position after being one of the I'S tone senior, has touchdown. He also led the team by aver­ lhe Hunicanes' top Larry Cxiker and Curtis Johnson sat down said. "He was able to work on getting The injury bug hit the Hurricane most highly recruited prospects to in three events to have a discussion about Hurricane wide stronger and smarter as a receiver. He aging 27 yards per kick-off return (351 defense this past week as lineback­ come out of high school two years son and has a receiver Daryl Jones. worked on the litde things like watching ers Jonathan Vilma and Chris ago. i-low 77.5 stroke Coker, who was the offensive coordina film and learning routes. Campbell will miss the rest of "A lot of people just have to pick tor at the time, did not want to redshirt "He took a bullet for the team. He didn't spring practice after suffering knee up the slack," Coker said. "If I'm Jones because he felt that Jones was too have to be redshirted, but coach (Davis] injuries, said Hurricane head coach those linebackers, I say this is great good. asked him to sit out a season and he made Larry Coker Tuesday afternoon. for me because I am going to have "Daryl had a lot of talent and I thought the best of it." Vilma, who was scheduled to the opportunity to get a lot more we would be losing a key player if we red­ During the '99 season, Jones worked start at middle linebacker for the work and get better." shirted him that year,"Coker said with the scout team, which Wayne said Hurricanes next season, had arthro­ Miami was already thin at the Davis, who was head coach at the time, "helped him gain the motivation to be in scopic knee surgery Monday after linebacker position due to an injury and Johnson, who has been the the situation that he is today" injuring his left knee in a jet ski to Sheven Marshall that has carried Hurricanes' wide receivers coach for the Jones and the coaches said that overall, accident over spring break, Coker over from last season, while Jerrmell past four years, had another viewpoint. they felt the difficult situation worked out said. Weaver was moved to defensive "We had four very good wide receivers for the best. Starting strongside linebacker back. at the time and Daryl was the least mature "Discussions like the one we had (hns Campbell was also scheduled Coker said he plans on having all /IMMING of the group," Johnson said. between Larry, Butch and I usually occur for arthroscopic surgery Wednesday three linebackers healthy and ready DIVING At the time the Hurricanes had a in our staff meetings," fohnson said. "I after twisting his right knee during to play by fall practi receiving core of Jones and juniors Andre kind of initiated the whole situation. I a 6 a.m. workout, Coker said. Kyle Prandi "If you're going to have an injury, , OH) was King, Santana Mass and Reggie Wayne. knew he would ultimately be a leader and Campbell was originally scheduled you want it now," Coker said. National Johnson said that |ones'"lack of maturity" a fantastic receiver, but I also knew he just for surgery on Monday, but Coker "Because you do have time to heal ipion in the 10 was a combination of his inexperien. wasn't ready yet." said he had a cold and doctors want­ and get ready for the off-season con­ platform event well as the high level of maturity that the Because of his redshirt season in 1999, ed to wait till the temperature went ditioning program which is critical, r5) surpassing the other three receivers possessed. Jones is ready in 2001 down. _ -ity of Texas's and I think after that, you certainly BlDumais (564.85) at "When Andre came into the program "Looking back on il I am very thankful The injuries will force Coker to hope they are healthy." JEAA Swimming and he was already a grown man. Reggie had that the decisfon was made," said Coker, put two new linebackers into the Freshman defensive lineman Championships been around lootball his entire life. His who is starting his first season as head PHIL ALTERMAN / Humcane Ste starting lineup for the rest of spring. Vincent Wilfork will also be side was namedto th e dad had been a coach and he was an expe­ coach of the Hm Daryl gained a Coker said that Howard Clark will lined for at least a week with a high team in the SENIOR LEADERSHIP: Daryl Jone lot of valuable experience in that redshirt move from the starting weakside springboard with rienced plavcr Sant.in.i MM from a great hopes he can lead a young ankle sprain. Coker said that he place finish football program in Carol City (High receiving corps in 2001. linebacker position to the "mike," or hopes to have Wilfork back by next School | under coach | Walt) Fra/ier See JONES • Page 6 middle position, while DJ Williams week.

( » Friday, March 3Q, 2QQ1 SPORTS The Iliiimi Hmritane Senior ready to take over for Moss on special teams Coker excited for future

From JONES • Page 5 After the loss of Moss, Wayne and King, all eyes will be on Jones to pro­ yards on 13 returns),no t including one duce the big numbers that many fed he Part II of a two-part Hurricane series for 105 yards against Louisiana Tech is capable of in 2001. With those eyes that was called back due to a Hurricane comes an added pressure, a pressure BySadiRaza has to be relayed indirectly, so it MM a the rotation. Kevin Beard actually penalty. that Jones said he is not too concerned Hurricane Sports Writer little longer, and moreso if want to be jammed a thumb and has been ham­ Jones made his biggest impact, with. diverse and use motion. We have to do pered by that. Andre Johnson hasn't though, when the Hurricanes needed "There is always some pressure The Miami Hurricane: You ran a a good job on those things, and work pract ked, he tore a quad muscle in the him the most: in the Sugar Bowl against there. Pressure from the self, family and very balanced offensive last year, beinghar d to be more efficient in executing Big Fast track meet, and so hasn't gone llorida team," Jones said "Fach year we've lost in the top 25 in rushing and passing. Dothos e things. full speed. Willie Dixon has great With Moss hampered by an injury, some great wide receivers and the next yw plan on changing smylhing,rtmaybe speed—I've been impressed with Jones took over as the Hurricanes' punt year we have great wide receivers once involving feremy Shockey more, spread­ Do you fed that shotMKen Dorsey Willie, he has great talent. returner. With Miami up just 20-17 in again. The pressure is nothing new and ing things out? go down, you'd fed comfortable with Jason Geathers is probably as talent­ ihe third quarter, Jones was given his it just motivates you as a player to do Derrick Crudup or Troy Prasek in there?ed as anyone we have, and hell be an chance to show how much he had come better" Larry Coker: I think that's one that How vital is mis spring to diem? You excellent receiver. We're going to be fine along due to his redshirt year. This spring, Jones said he will con­ jumps right out When Jeremy came hired a new quarterbacks coach in Dana t that position; we just need a lot of On Jones' first and only punt return tinue to strive to get better, mainly here last year, though he wasn't an Werner, can you talk about that a limework . Unfortunately we need a healthy two things mainly need changing attempt of the game, he took a punt on focusing on his endurance Jones said unknown commodity, coming out of bit and what you want to see? Andre Johnson. He's as special as any of because you don't want to penalize Miami's 32-yard line and returned it 44 that while he may be quick, (he runs a junior college, he couldn't join us till those guys; he's really talented, great players who practice hard, and should yards to Florida's 24-yard line. The 4.3 in the 40-meter dash and is a two- August having to finish taking courses, No, I wouldn't be comfortable right size, great speed and I think has a deserve a chance to play. return sparked Miami and two plays time Big East conference 100-meter and so couldn't work out in the sum­ now without Ken Dorsey. I think that's chance to be one of the best to have Tfou should never, in my opinion, later, they scored their biggest touch dash champion) he still needs lo mer. one of the paramount issues this played that position. have college or high school players down of the game, giving the improve his endurance. He progressed to be a very speciaJ spring. We moved Ethenic Sands bade going into a game thinking they have Hurricanes a 27-17 lead they would "While I can run routes really quick player, and now well definitely expand to wide receiver, where he's been very / don't know if you went to the towinby24. You need to go in and do never relinquish ly and routinely, I still haven't reached his role. We talked about four wide impressive Derrick Crudup is an American Coaches Convention the best.and a one-point win is a great The play, while big as a whole tor the my full capacitv in regards to my receivers and no tight ends, but now we impressive talent, but wc can't win with Meetings and discussed ways to improvevictory , regardless Miami football program, was a stepping endurance just yet." I .in play lour wide receiver sets with right now. That's why we have spring lhe BCS. What changes would you like stone for Jones and his career as a With the new roles as the Hurricanes' Shockey in there. That's an advantage practice. He's only a redshirt freshman; to ste made to the current system, the lAtStly UM's student body has always Hurricane. lop receiver, top punt returner and wtth us because they >.an'i send in per­ his firstda y he was a little ragged, but impact of running up the score? been a little apathetic towards the ath­ "It really helps your confidence when leader, Jones' maturity will really come sonnel groups to match up with us. was much much better in the next ses­ letic program, choosing to come out to you make big plays, especially in big into play in 2001. After stepping aside Shockey runs a 4.55, he's 240 pounds, sion. Right now, Troy Prasek is a little The one thing that is very distasteful see the .Hurricanes based on whom they games," foncssaid . "When my opportu­ and watching Moss, Wayne and King runs great routes and is very explosive. more ahead because he knows the and probably wrong is the score mar­ are playing. Do you have any message nity came, I had to take it and make the shine over the past two years, it is now offense better, but probably doesn't gins. What happens in, say, a 24-point for them? best of it and I did. I know it is jusl a Jones' opportunity to do the same. Over tlieyears, Miami has been oftenhav e the upside Derrick does. game: should you put in your second- small sample of what 1 can do as a plav But while trying to establish a name criticizedforitsm-fMpenalties. There I think in the two days Dorsey has team offense and defense and fumble, We certainly do encourage them to er." for himself, Jones must also help teach have been many "delay of game''calls,bee or n exceptional but we have seen and now only win by 17, and now you come out, and we want to be your foot In 2001, Jones is now a fifth-year the young receivers his knowledge of 'too many men on tfu^'mjwtkms. progress in those two kids, and hope­ lose points in the BCS? ball team. We want to bridge that gap, senfor and the Hurricanes' No 1 wide the game and be humble at the same Their lutve been nportsiima often it wasfull y coming out of spring well go with It's very unfair to players who and I think President .Shalala will do a receiver and punt returner lime due to conflicts in the play calls, espe­one of those players, and hopefully if deserve an opportunity to play. It also lot afong those lines. I would like to "I've been looking forward to this "Darvl is a leader," Johnson said. cially on the offensive side ofthe baH not win a game, maybe maintain a puts some of your front-line players in open myself to groups, and get on season." Jones said "It is now my time to "Although he is quiet, he leads by How do you plan to streamline that game, not lose a game, and that would more of jeopardy where they might get campus, and spend some time and let shine." example He is a great hustler during process? be a positive. hurt in the game where they shouldn't the groups on campus to know me bet­ lones will have to shine for the practice and is always the last one to even be in the game. I think that's an ter, and encourage and invite. Hurricanes as Moss, Wayne and King all leave. I think the younger guys are I think that's a good point, and some You lose three key receivers. Daryl unfortunate scenario. Whether they come to the game or graduated, putting pressure on Miami's already starting to pick up on his of it has heen well-deserved criticism. 1 femes comes back, and Andre Johnson The other part is head-to-head not, at least be a part of the team and wide receivingcorps , which as a whok- work ethic, which all comes back to think we have to work extremely hard has had some playing time. Can you competition. I think we have to do become fans of the team. We have is very inexperienced what he learned in his past four sea­ on tempo, momentum, rhythm with talk of Kevin Beard, Willie Dixon andsomething . Florida State beats excellent players, but also excellent Jones is the only senior, while the sons hen " our offensive football team in getting }ason Geathers and how you see the Clemson.coach [Bobbyl Bowden beats young people, like on campus. other five receivers (Andre Johnson, They might be young, but they have the play called, getting it into our quar rotation developing? his son by 50 and even though we won 1 would like to fostertha t relation­ Jason Geathers, Ethenic Sands, Kevin a lot of talent," Jones said about his fel­ terhack and then toth e fidd. the head-to head competition, when ship. I think if the students know me a Beaid and Willie Dixon) have had very low receivers. "We all want to play and The problem is that the communi­ Well, right now if we were to start, we beat Louisiana Tech but not that little better, know the coaches and littk collegiate game experience at the no matter who does, we ail want to win cation takes a little longer because it Ethenic Sands would be very high in much, we lost points in the BCS. Those players a little better, itTl definitely help. position. games."

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THROUGH APRIL 1 Violet playing at Actor's Playhouse. Tickets $32, Oil 305-444-9293. March 30, 2001 Adam Baum and the Jew Movie playing at GableStageatthe Bittmore Hotel. Tickets $30. For Info call 305- 445-1119. 73rd Annual Oscars fail to shine The 50th annual Dade County Youth Fair at By Chris Himmel Tamiami Park. General empty-handed though, as its director formance in Gladiator as he did in his admission is $7. For Accent Staff W< more info go to Cameron Crowe won the Oscar for speech he might have actually www.fairexpo.com. By the time last Sunday Night's 73rd Best Original Screenplay. deserved the Oscar, which in the Annual Academy Awards had ended, As expected, Benicio Del Toro won of many film critics (and this crit THROUGH APRIL 29 not a major film could emerge with the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for as well) should have gone to Tt "To Sin or Not to Sin" at bragging rights to be the "very best" his role in Traffic. With his victory, Del Hanks's tour de force performai Museum of film of 2000. Toro became the fifth Latino to win an in Castaway. Comtemporary Art. Shows free with muse­ The heavily favored Gladiator won Oscar in one of the acting categories Julia Robert's acceptance for um admission, call 305- only five Oscars, less than half of the following Jose Ferrer, Anthony Quinn, ning the Best Actress Oscar for 893 6211 for info. total that it was nominated for. As a Mercedes Ruehl and Rita Moreno. Brockovich was without doubt result, two other films took a good While Gladiator did win Oscars for night's worst speech. Roberts' in share of the awards, Crouching Tiger, Best Picture, Best Actor (Russell ture four-minute diatribe, in w Hidden Dragon, and Ttaffk. Crowe), Best Visual Effects, Best she rambled on about practica The telecasts first major highlight Costume Design and Best Sound, the anything she could even think of, was first-time host Steve Martins film was clearly overshadowed by the was way over the top, silly and 2001: A Space Odyssey theme forth e eight Oscars that Crouching Tiger, must go down as one of the least opening monologue, which included Hidden Dragon and Traffic collectively classy speeches given at a major the crew of the International Space won. That Gladiator became the first awards ceremony in recent years. Station Alpha introducing him. Best Picture winner in 52 years to not Rock legend Bob Dylan, While Martin didn't match Billy win either the Best Director or one of sounding like his usual weird, the Best Screenplay categories reflects APWL1 Crystal (the traditional Oscar host for sang (via satellite from Australia] Pantera, Sunrise the last several years) in the sense of the generally known fact in Hollywood then accepted the Oscar for Best Musical Theatre, tickets making the audience laugh their heads that it wasn't "the very best" movie of Original Song for "Things Have $29.50. Charge by off, he kept things relatively subdued, 2000. Changed", the Wonder Boys phone: 954-523-3309 making a few jokes here and there, but Crouching Tiger made a strong case theme song. nothing over the top. Perhaps he did so for itself, winning Oscars for Best Art In addition to being an av. as not to embarrass himself like David Direction, Best Cinematography, Best show, the Oscars are Hollywo Letterman did years ago when he also Foreign Language Film, and Best biggest fashion event and this y substituted for Crystal. Original Score. like past years had its mix of t The 2001 theme was brought back In addition to Benicio Del Toro and best, the sexiest and the wo later in the show when (in another of Stephen Gaghan's wins. Traffic also dressed stars. the night's highlights) via satellite won Oscars for Best Director (Steven The best: Ashley Judd in a from Sri Lanka, Sir Arthur C. Clarke Soderbergh) and Best Film Editing. classy 1940s style Giorgio Armani {2001's author) presented the Best Soderbergh's victory was an upset one silver gown, Angelina Jolie in a Adaptive Screenplay Award to Traffic's over Crouching Tiger's Ang Lee whom full white Dolce and Gabbana ja< APRL4 Stephen Gaghan. many in the industry expected would and pant suit. Sarah Brightman in The night's first big surprise (and win it due to Soderbergh canceling The sexiest: Entertainment lo concert at American one of the biggest upsets in Oscar his­ himself out with votes split between reporter Julie Moran in a sparklin Airlines Arena Tickets tory) occurred when Pollock's Marcia his Traffic nomination and his other gown, Goldie Hawn in a sem $38.75 - $75, order Gay Harden was named Best directing nod for Erin Brockovich. through, classy gliterish Vera \ through Ticketmaster Supporting Actress. Harden's victory Russell Crowe's winning speech, gown. stunned everyone in the audience and about having courage during the worst The worst: Jennifer Lopez in a \ probably everyone in the film industry of times, was the night's most inspir­ ish Chanel gown that showed as she beat out the heavily favored ing statement. Though ironically, it breasts for the world to see, Kate Hudson (Almost Famous) and was far better than anything he said in Hudson in a Stella McCartney Dame fudi Dench (Chocolat). Gladiator. Chloe bluish cowboy-gown like ot Hudson's film didn't go completely Had Crowe given as profound a per- fit, Bjork in a white swan. the winners are... Free screening of Blow at Cosford Cinema. Seating based on a Making Hip-Hop Bes* Picture: Gtediator first-come, first-seat Best Actress: Julia Roberts - Erin Brockovich basis Best Actor: Russell Crowe - Gladiator APWL9 Connections Best Supporting Actress: Marcia Gay Harden - Pollock Free screening of Joe Best Supporting Actor: Benicio Del Toro - Traffic OWat Cosford Cinema Best Director: Steven Soderbergh - Traffic Seating based on a good opportunity to get myself out first-come, first-seat Best Original Screenplay: Almost Famous: written by Cameron Crowe Hurricane there and to work," said Burk of the record label. Best Screenplay: Traffic screenplay by Stephen Gaghan APRIL 13 When he first came to Miami, Burk Foreign Language Rim: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (Taiwan) Sarah Jones, play­ mentioned that he didn't feel like he had Rim Editing: Stephen Mkrtone - Traffic wright, actor and slam an outlet He didn't have the opportuni­ Short Uve Action: "Quiero Ser" (I Want To Be...): Fiorian Gallenberger poetry champ, at ty to do any musical work. This has Broward Center for the Short- Animated "Father and Daughter"; Michael Dudok de Wit Performing Arts with her given him that opportunity. Art Direction: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Tim Ytp one-woman show "I get my inspiration through every­ Surface Transit For thing, fromthing s going on right now to Best Costume Design; Gladiator: Janty Yates more info call BCPA's the history, the struggles that my ances­ Cinematography; Peter Pau - Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon Box Office at 954-462- William Burke tors went through, to things that the Makeup; Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas: Rick Baker and Gail Ryan 0222. brothers are going through right now," Music * Original Score: Tan Dun: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon By Jacqueline Browne /ra. 13-14 said Burk of his lyrics, which he writes Music - Original Song: "Things Have Changed," Bob Dylan, Wonder Boys Accent Staff Wnter himself along with the songs he pro­ Much Ado about Sound: Gladiator: Scott Millan. Bob Beemer and Ken Weston "I've taken the sense of under­ duces. imTthmg at Ring Theater Sound Effects Editing: U-571: Jon Johnson Tickets $12-14, call ground, the sense that you can select Burk was given the chance to per­ 305-284-3355. what's going on around you without let­ form with Wu Tang Clan, one of his Visual Effects: Gladiator: John Nelson, Neil CorbouW, Tim Burke and Rob Harvey ting that take over your whole character. musical influences, in one of his tracks Documentary Short: "Big Mama": Tracy Seretean APWL20 Whether its negative or positive, you on his up-coming album. Documentary Features: "Into the Arms of Strangers: Stories of the Kinder Transport" Matchbox Twenty at can still talk about that in your musk, "Without a question," said Burk, of NCRC Tickets $24.50 - Mark Jonathan Harris and Deborah Oppenheimer pursuing a career in musk. He hopes to $32.50. Charge by but still keep your own views," said Honorary Academy Award. Jack Cardiff phone: 954-523-3309 Burk, UM's hottest hip-hop artist further his musical career through the William "Burk" Hudson is a fresh­ release of his album and the publicity Lifetime Achievement Award: Dino De Laurentiis APRIL 27 man at UM, majoring in business man generated by the promotion of tane 94.9 Zeta's Mayday agement. He was born in Detroit, but Records. Boruai at Bayfront park, moved to Chicago when he was five "He has a bright future performing featuring The Offspring. years old. and writing," said Cogo "He has many Tickets $22.94, higher day of show. At the age of 18, he already has a opportunities and he will go far." Showing their cultural roots record deal with "Cane Records (a label Burk will be performing at Sunset MAY 18 Place outside of the Virgin Mega Store run by UM students) and an album By Jorge Aguilar Eric Clapton at NCRC coming out in the summer. on the evening of Friday, May 4. Earlier Marcelo Rozasero, an audience Amar", a song that laments a lover Accent Staff W' Tickets $41.25 - that week, Burk will be having his member."The entire program was a that was carried off by the sea, fea $86.25. Charge by He was discovered when he tried to phone 954-523-3309 gain acceptance to the School of Music. album release party. The talented chamber-folk music ^pecially the guitar tured the beautiful dove like voice ot He had given a demo CD to Jim Progris, group Anima performed to i NIM." Isa, whose rich singing in this par head of the music business and enter­ crowd at the Maurice Gusman The members ol Anima, Paulo ticular song expressed an almost tainment department, to review mt the Concert Hall on Saturday night in an (ten-string guitar), I uu (Brazilian sublime longing to which anyone School ot Music. Progris then passed it event sponsored by the Miami CIVIC fiddles), Pttrkia (ha' attending could have related. Paulo's on to "Cane Records. Music Association (MCMA) The Valeria (recorder), Dalga (p. soft and tender work on the guitar in "His words and voice standout," said group explores the rich Brazilian folk sion), and Isa (soprano) began the an opening solo also established the Fedenco Cogo, a junior at UM and the tradition that includes classical night with a song called melancholic mood of this song. president of "Cane Records. "His use ot European (like Baroque), indigenous "Tupinanu The dexterous hands of Dalga, on music and style are what caught our Arab and African style rhythms. ental sound was driven • the bongos, the Zarb (an Iranian attention." Their two discs, Fspiral Do Tempo and mmm. intense execution. Valeria Drum), the tambourine, and even a Burk is the first hip-hop artist to be and Especiarias, have received criti­ also managed, in another song, to ceramic vase were remarkable. His signed to 'Cane Records, signing in cal acclaim for their superb fusion of play two recorders, two different steady beats and solos in "Gigue", an November of last year. these various styles. melodies, at the same time. excellent, it's real good, it's a "It was very original," said Other songs like "Quanta Sabedes See HOOTS • Page 3

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By Becky Clero stage twice during the instrumental SARAH RIOGEWAY / Hurricane Staff Accent Staff V\" section of the song, then laid on the crowd U2 kicked off their Elevation floor only to be lifted up by a large LIVING LEGENDS: U2's Bono and Tour at the National Car Rental TV for the song "In Mysterious The Edge gave a perfor­ mance that was full of energy Center on March 24 at 7:30pm. The Ways." Bono stayed elevated while a From ROOTS • Page 7 crowd was waiting, the fans were set shadow of a woman danced on the and theatrics to an adoring Irish folk song, and the traditional and the show did not fail to screen below him. crowd last Saturday night at the sold-out National Car Brazilian chants "Saltarello/Aboio" ind. The Edge and drummer Larry Rental Center to kick off their and "Canto Das Fiandeiras", effective­ The band treated the crowd, Mullen Jr. were putting all of their Elevation world tour. ly established the tone of each song. which spent mosi ol the show on energy in the performance all "I was in tremendous awe of the their feet, with many of their most night The Edge often walked percussionist," said Annibal Castro, famous songs such as "In around the stage to play to certain who brought his two kids to the Mysterious Ways," " With or parts of the crowd. show, "and his work in all the mar­ Without You" and their new hit sin­ The climax of the concert velous songs. All the others were gle, "Beautiful I occurred at the end, when the band also fantastic." Iheir rendition of "Moody performed a six-minute version of Sunday," accompanied by lighting "With or Without You." The crowd The dim and gentle music of effects that made constellations knew all the words and most stood "Tartarassa", an old protest song all the walls of the National up to sing. Meanwhile, all was dark against the Catholic church and Car Rental Center, was the highlight on stage utill the end, where the nobility, managed to describe the ot the show. It was close to a reli­ heart shaped stage edges were lit descending sun and the night's gious experience for U2 fanatics up, and the heart blazed by itself in arrival while expressing a real sen­ because everyone stood up and the middle of the stadium timental 'there is a gloomy poverty- sang every word of the revolution The boys from Ireland performed underlining-society feel to it. ary and well known song. as well as anyone would expect of a The crowd was also stirred by the "Bad" was also a memorable music legend that's still going primal nature of "Tu Gitana Que song because it was performed with strong. Their music unites the Adivinas", which only featured the spectacular lighting effects by sounds from three decades, and kuluta (a traditional flute of the shooting out red, orange and yellow draws both younger and older fans Kalapalo tribe), the bendir (a light from large lanterns on the (iomg to this concert was an oppor­ Turkish drum) and some vocals. stage onto a completely darkened tunity to see a part of music history The kuluta sounds like the wild cry stadium. and to fully understand Ihe raw tal of a bison and places the audience In "Where the Streets Have No mt of a band that still finds the in an expansive natural jungle fac­ Name," frontman Steve Bono energy and inspiration to enjoy a ing the certainty of death, which Isa sprinted around the heart shaped crowd and adore their calling. communicates in her vocal. "1 wanted to expose my kids to different types of music," said" Castro. "Anirna's entire perfor mance was a fabulous chance, because it featured these wonderful musicians. I would promote this music to anybody." The president of the MCMA, Dr. Rosalina Sackstein, a piano profes­ Look out for our first April issue sor at the University of Miami's School of Music, was also very pleased by Anirna's performance. "They are all incredible musi­ We gonna get foolish. cians who love what they do," she said." They have authentic instru­ ments that produce a very lovely and unique sound"

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President's roucY *kmkana encourages New CD format sure to fail • wtotakoffttaw fcMtotwUr*an*y stands on «n to my raport pub- mHuntant ears after Betamax lost its battle tiple expensive pieces of electronics or artists, (such as Manah Carey, Billy Joel Sony and Phillips simply spotted DVD- •* «Stor maybe wt> with VHS, and not too long after 0 or handwritten purchase special adapters? and Bob Dylan), have already released Audio coming over the horizon, and Arctic Refuge, fca your IrnHwilHnu YDVD-Video crushed DIVX Kfce a like Mini-Disc, Sony and Phillips are albums on the budding technology; how decided it would be a chance to compete to IMsasn UnMraty bug, wc stand on the verge of yet another with a format that would monopolize the an 221, or m*d to attempting to introduce a format that is ever, it is the same in that it's trying to cre­ «B132. Coral GaHee. highly-noted format battle involving almost guaranteed to fail in the long run ate its own technological island apart market if left unopposed. However, even missile shield •J-fl922 Super Audio Compact Disc against DVD- in American markets. Why buy a Mini- from all other media formats. with the pathetic offering of SACD, I pre­ Via wgoialKl ln*yfi •ds. murt be agmd Audio; a weed technology vs. the next pop­ Disc player when hardly anyone released People know DVD; people love DVD. dict that, like DVD-Video and DVD-ROM, It a oopy of your sto ular audio format. pre-recorded albums on the format, and With the convenience of DVD- DVD-Audio will thrive and SACD will troublesome trl, phone number and bod Anonymous latere Ordinary CDs the discs cannot be played in any other Audio/DVD-Video players, why would the eventually fail. iauoapM Names may might seem relative­ type of player? public all-of-a-sudden flock to SACD? It Matthew Zeidman is a sophomore Ud upon request at I* i of TnantrnfcarTaThe ly new, considering SACD is different in that many notable doesn't make any sense. majoring in print journalism wo months have passed since larvos fie litft to edt they didn't oust George W. Bush's inauguration as f carty, hwSy and vinyl records until Tthe 43rd president of the United the early'90s, but in States and already his policies are endan­ reality, those famil­ gering the welfare of America. From the Matthew iar little discs are day that he took the office, Bush has made Zeidman ancient, around it quite dear that he's COLUMNIST since 1984, and the in favor of oil big electronics drilling in the Arctic companies of the world have pitted them­ National Wildlife selves against each other in an attempt to Refuge in northern TJlcNeffl hit on the next big thing and vie for your Alaska. hard-earned money. Chris He believes that Phillips and Sony have teamed up to it's important for the produce what is called the Super Audio Himmel US. to become as Compact Disc. With far more layers of data COLUMNIST self-sufficient tt than the classic CD, it will provide richer, possible when it comes to dredging oil clearer sound out of multiple channels even though scientists have said that the (assuming you have a sound system), amount of oil in the Refuge would satisfy adding a whole new dimension to music the nation's energy needs for a mere six appreciation. months. Imagine hearing the acoustics of your I wonder whether it is worth the favorite band performing down to the destroying the last bit of undisturbed slightest detail, or listening to a classic wildlife area in our country. To money hun­ album restored to digital multi-channel gry individuals, however, the profits from perfection. petroleum sales would be reason enough But quite frankly, who needs it? to destroy the area and all life in it EDITOR Initial DVD-Audio titles have also just The president recently announced that fcBlCoffXI been released commercially, and produce the Environmental Protection Agency will equivalent, virtually identical results to the not mandate U.S. power plants to reduce JCBfT EDITOR SACD. tou can't play them on your DVD- their emissions of carbon dioxide. The pol­ • tended MMTEDfTOR Video player, but your DVD-Video discs icy marks a major setback in a global atocaOtrveira can be played on a DVD-Audio machine, struggle to control global warming in the MftON EDITOR and you would have to buy a new player if new century am* Maiors you wanted to invest in SACDs, anyway. But the president argues that the reduc­ With DVD-Video already wildly popu­ tion of carbon dioxide emissions would lar, and DVD-ROMs already standard harm the national economy, because of the EDITORS equipment on new computers after a mea­ costs associated with reduction efforts. iGlassman ger four yean on the market, why would (Rodriguez Again, I question his actions. The president the consumers of the world want to make must believe this to be a better alternative I EDITORS life more difticult? Why would one want to for our country than a future where all of i Galvez have a DVD player and an SACD player, the Pacific and East U.S. coastal cities will I WoftustaK when one machine could play all your be permanently submerged under water as movies and all your albums? a resulto f the melted polar ice caps. (Crawford That is why l refer to SACD as a weed Bush's foreign policies are also of great technology. Because despite its impressive concern to me. His ideas about foreign rela­ • HBMUOER specifications, it is no more impressive tions have placed the U.S. on the road iWaama than DVD-Audio, and it stands in the way toward a future military conflict with OFHCE of universality. Why wouldn't anyone want Russia, the only other country on Earth (MANAGER their movies, music and data all on one capable of blowing us up to kingdom come. ' Dwyer format? Why would they want to buy mul­ His desire to build a missile defense "shield" to protect the US. and Europe iMayyar from so-called "rogue" nations like Iraq BEDS! and North Korea has caused relations with j Afrnenteros School shooters' reasoning just plain mystifying Russia to deteriorate because they see the i u MM ncm US. missile defense mechanism as a threat i Worth to the military balance of power that has ASSOCIATE hile the most recent high power that it once did. At this point, "Hey, I know what would solve all my der was not an option. If you fought existed between both countries for iSkMque school shooting in California there is virtually no living person in the problems: murder"? What flips the back at all, it was never with guns. decades. • ASSISTANTS Wmay be oid news, I still feel as U.S. who has not seen the graphic pic­ switch in their brains? They have seen Maybe these kids never got that lesson. At a consequence of the president's tures or heard the heart-wrenching sto and heard time and time again that Maybe their parents never sat them i Fernandez though I must address the topic. This ongoing policy, a new Russo-U.S. nuclear i Gong latest episode is perhaps the worst ries of the friends and parents of the these high school shootings do not down and explained to them that some arms rate may develop. Even with Russian y-aJacfeori,sk. because everyone has already had the students who were murdered. solve problems. (If the problems of the people are just plain jerks, but you President Vladimir Putin trying to find a iPotatoft Travis examples of Everyone has been subjected to the Columbine killers were solved at all, it don't have to kill them to have power. middle ground between both of our coun Columbine and so agonizing and monotonous psychologi­ was because they too were dead at the I am not quite sure what it is that tries via a joint US.-Russian missile shield Atria • many others to cal studies of the killers; done by just very end of the whole escapade.) So these kids are lacking. I don't know that would defend both countries and COLUMNIST joojato about anyone with any kind of certifi­ what is it? where they get the idea that murder Europe from rouge attacks, the president - -e I just don't understand it. What cation. The issue has been pushed to Sure, you can blame it on the bullies will somehow help their situation. I am continues to give the impression that he's f m%Wm NUrtm rwwvuont makes these kids think that shooting the forefront of American society to and ask why children have to be so not sure who is to blame. I guess if no focused on the U.S.A. building the missile a all their enemies will be a good idea? I such an extent that it does not even cruel to each other. But that, in my one else will take responsibility, we can defense shield at all cottt. mi am well aware of the whole copycat contain the power that it once gave to opinion, is a weak excuse. I have been just blame it on rap music. The idea of a possible nuclear holocaust c i ptid torfu r »oK ftwtout crime issue, and that the students may those seeking revenge. It is now more of pushed down in my share of bath­ On a side note, shootings take place resulting from the president's unwilling iknatr be doing it because they saw it glorified a recognized, mainstream problem. rooms. Everyone has. It just happens. just as often in inner-city schools. I ness to compromise is a scary thought I POLICY on television. But even so, there is no So how does opening fire on inno­ But only recently has it resulted in wonder why we don't ever hear about because unless the president backs off |r>»M>n**mawirjianaaB m • fetnM« 1306 Stanford excuse. cent people cross a young student's murder. them? from his rhetoric, Americans will have to Also, the whole high school shooting mind and still seem like a good idea? I guess I just came up in a different Travis Atria is a freshman with an get used to sleeping every night with the ***• > 221, Cong (Mnai i*Vlm9BlOm9m9mmmt- idea does not even carry the dark Where do these kids get the notion that, era. 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