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KIMONE DUNCAN Member of the Year and known Cobb County retired STAFF WRITER the Board of the Year were banker who has come out of awarded. retirement to bring the OLLI KSU held its 9th annual To be nominated for the program to a fine level of All Boards Day on Tuesday, Board of the Year, some of success,” said Duncan. April 1 in the Convocation the qualities these volunteers “It will be interesting to Center, recognizing the must have “served their own see which nominee will win school’s advisory board. particular board in exemplary the 9th Annual All Boards KSU honored board fashion, demonstrating their Day, because there are many members by inviting them to dedication through their time potential candidates who breakfast for full-university and resources,” said Duncan. share a good quality of being recognition and a celebration Dick Harp, of the Osher a Board of the Year,” Harp of their contributions. About Life Long Learning Center, said. 300 out of the 900 mem- is a prime example of having Frances Harrison, Director bers on the volunteer advi- those qualities; he was of University Relations, com- sory boards were expected to awarded Board of the Year mented on how the event had attend. in 2007. After winning the gone in previous years. “These board members award, Harp expressed that She said, “I was unable assist the academic, admin- he was stunned. “I was abso- to attend the event last year. istrative, and service units of lutely surprised and shocked, However, I have attended the university to effectively when my name was called,” in the past, and the event is meet the needs of the public. he said. “My purpose in this always well attended by the If a student sits on a board program was to help others, many community leaders Maria Yanovsky | The Sentinel and received an invitation, especially senior citizens, to who, not only serve on our they are welcome to attend,” continue their education.” boards, but also lend their said Joan Duncan, Director According to KSU’s Web leadership, energy and excite- Vendors find success at of Development and Donor site, the, “Osher Lifelong ment to the many programs Relations. Learning Institute [Osher and initiatives the university The event began with LLI] offers a variety of edu- offers. It’s really an inspira- a speech from Dr. Wes cational and social opportu- tional event.” Market Day Wicker, Vice President for nities for adults 50 and older. According to Duncan, Advancement and President OLLI’s purpose is to promote KSU has more than 66 advi- Owners of the small business Um-wah were part of the larger market set up in the student of the KSU Foundation. Dr. lifelong learning and contin- sory boards, ranging from the center, in KSU’s annual Market Day held Mon. Mar. 31. Deborah Starnes (left) and Brenda Papp presented the State of ued intellectual and personal Dean’s advisory boards in each Martin (right) named their accessories business after the kissing sound, “um-wah,” which is what the University address, fol- growth for retirement age in- of the colleges, to academic Martin’s young grand daughter calls a kiss. The women learned about Market Day thanks to a lowed by the presentation dividuals.” department boards to the KSU Google search. How did the day fare? “Business has been great,” Martin said. “We’ll be back in of awards; only the Board “Mr. Harp is a well- Foundation Board of Trustees. November.” Professor leads new era of journalism College funding MASHAUN D SIMON What he does know is that the journalist walks through the and oversight. STAFF WRITER this project will not be another journalistic process. They want If the community begins to mouth-piece for the commu- to make sure that the commu- see worth in the project, they takes hard hit For the next year and a half, nity. nity is able to make use of their may continue the project in SUZANNE TALMADGE when, many of the faculty feel, a project designed to give com- “From the very beginning investment. Northfield after this initial year. STAFF WRITER there might be other options. For munities ownership of their this will not be PR for the com- Right now they are still Witt hopes that they will. example, I would argue that local and topical news will be munity,” he said. “We are going in the beginning stage. The “Our goal is to have more Gov. Perdue has taken several Kennesaw [State University] be under observation to see how to make sure that everything we trial phase will take place in than 100 representative jour- budgetary actions that will affect allowed to cap enrollment until the well it works. do must meet the highest stan- Northfield, Minn., launching on nalists across the country,” he salaries, hiring and travel as a result faculty-student ratio can be stabi- The idea, called representa- dards of journalism standards, “Locally Grown,” an interac- said, “and eventually to create of lower than usual revenue col- lized and all of our programs can tive journalism, will be a com- ethics and quality.” tive weblog and podcast with a the Representative Journalist lections during 2008. These bud- be more fully supported.” munity-funded, online news He is sure that the communi- large participatory following of Center, a full service hub pro- getary restraints will have an im- Todd Harper is not alone in his media providing the kind of ty may not be happy with some area residents and community viding journalism and editing, mediate effect on all state agencies desire to see changes being made news and information the com- of the news that is reported, but leaders. The site is managed by or even a network bringing throughout the state of Georgia, for Georgia educators. Associate munity wants and needs. It is they have a choice, he said. Griff Wrigley. communities together to work including Georgia universities. Professor of English, Dr. Cynthia an idea originally developed “We will as the question, ‘What Witt wanted to start here with journalists; Dunkin Donuts Campuses are being encour- Bowers, hopes for changes to be by Leonard Witt, Kennesaw do you want? No news, or news because of his familiarity with for news,” Witt calls it jokingly. aged to establish internal commit- made in Georgia’s educational State University’s Robert D. and information that you will oc- the area, having worked there It all depends on if the com- tees to oversee these procedures funding. In light of the recent Fowler Distinguished Chair in casionally disagree with?’” for years before coming to munities will be willing to and to monitor discretionary budgetary limitations, Dr. Bowers Communication and professor. And they will be sure to hire KSU. And also because of his invest in such a service and how spending. All state agencies and provided interesting information “The current journalism journalists who have years of relationship with Wrigley, who they will pay for it. universities have about educa- business model is kind of fall- proven experience. It will not taught him how and got him Witt expects this first year been advised to 2009 tors when she ing apart,” said Witt. “It used just be anyone off the street, started with blogging. Also, to be launched officially in the prepare for ad- said, “A recent to be that advertising revenue writing and reporting about Witt is enlisting the assistance early summer of this year. The ditional measures Budgetary study ordered would pay for the bulk of the what is going on in the commu- of Chris Peck, editor of The next step is to put together the in the event that Restraints by State Rep. journalism. That is changing nity. Yet, Witt admits that com- Memphis (Tenn.) Commercial job description and start inter- the state revenue Bob Smith [R- very rapidly.” munity members will be given Appeal and William Densmore, viewing for the Northfield job. trends continue to Watkinsville] 1) Fiscal year 2009 salary Witt first began sharing the the ability to be more involved founder of the Media Giraffe As for everything else, they will decline. Chair of increases will be reduced idea on his blog, PJNet.org. He and active in the process. project at the University of have to see as they go. While Gov. the House from 2.5 to 2.0 percent; admits that originally he wanted There will be a process in Massachusetts in Amherst. Peck Previous reporting by Perdue’s actions Appropriations 2) Hiring will be restricted to just share the idea and let place for the reporter to update will act as a part-time editorial Sabbaye McGriff, KSU are based on an Committee’s to filling critical positions; someone else have the “glory the community on what they consultant and Densmore will University Relations, contrib- obvious financial H i g h e r and of making it happen.” However, are doing and reporting on as provide administrative support uted to this article. need, many fac- E d u c a t i o n 3) Discretionary expendi- Ruth Ann Harnisch, presi- ulty members do Subcommittee, tures for travel, contracts, and dent of the Harnisch Family not agree with the states that KSU other areas must be reduced Foundation, was not going to measures taken professors are immediately let him get away that easily. She and feel as if other already earn- told Witt, “We can make this alternatives should be considered. ing 18 percent below their peers in happen,” and awarded him and Associate Professor of English, similar institutions. A two-percent his idea with a $51,000 grant. Dr. Todd Harper, would like to see raise, minus increased benefits “Len’s idea has the potential some changes made in the current costs, minus parking fees and our to revolutionize the practice system. When asked about his annual raises amount to only about of journalism, especially as concerns for the budget limits, he one percent. I’m sure cuts could American journalism struggles said, “I am not convinced that the be made elsewhere in the system with the loss of its advertising Governor’s should be the only three to counter the measures proposed support base,” Harnisch said. options considered. A hiring freeze by Gov. Perdue. However, the Witt admits that they have for positions that might otherwise fact is that KSU has been consis- more questions than expecta- offset increases in enrollment, a tently underfunded. I believe the tions. The first one being, “will limiting of discretionary funds that Regents need to look at funding this local community be will- faculty need to complete research for Georgia’s institutions of higher ing, in the long run, to pay for a required of them, or a small cut in learning individually in order to professional journalist to cover Mashaun D Simon | The Sentinel raises that already don’t address correct or rebalance distribution of From left, William Densmore, Chris Peck and Leonard Witt their community online?” the increase in living seem drastic funds allocated by the legislature.” Weekly weather Around campus In this issue What: SGA Presidential Debate When: Wed. April 2, 12:30 p.m. Where: Social Science Building Auditorium NEWS OP/ED WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY HIGH 70° HIGH 63° HIGH 73° Campus Pastoral LOW 51° LOW 53° LOW 56° What: Baseball v. East Tennessee 2 loss 3 problems When: Fri. April 4, 6:00 p.m. Where: Stillwell Stadium A & L SPORTS What: Georgia Undergraduate Research in Psychology Conference Assy SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY Ultimate HIGH 68° HIGH 69° HIGH 71° When: Sat. April 5, 9:00 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. 9 McGee 10 fighter LOW 44° LOW 48° LOW 51° Where: Social Science Building The Page 2 • News SENTINEL Tuesday, April 1, 2008 Campus mourns death of student RACHAEL SHARPLESS encourager, but most impor- STAFF WRITER tant to Stephen himself, he was known as a man of faith. One On March 3, Stephen Werner, of his good friends, Meredith a sophomore, was killed when Ley said, “If anyone was feel- he was involved in a wreck on ing down, it pained him, so he Interstate 75. He was driving was always there with a smile, southbound on I-75 when he a kind word, and a hug. He had swerved to avoid an accident an infectious smile that soothed ahead of him. His Jeep flipped your pain and when he would and caught fire. speak to you about your prob- At the age of 22, Stephen had lems, he would really listen, already made a drastic impact and desperately try to ease your on the people around him. A burden. Most importantly, business major who transferred Stephen Werner was a man of from Georgia State, Stephen faith. He has made a lasting was more than just a college impact on all those who have student. He was known as a ever had contact with him and great friend, a good listener, an now, we all are his legacy.” Stephen Werner

CAITLIN DINGLE session of marijuana with the intent to distribute STAFF WRITER within 1000 feet of real property owned by a school. They were also issued criminal trespass Early Sunday morning, police were dispatched to warnings. KSU Place with respect to a request made by an RA. The RA stated hearing loud music, and after The fire alarm in the Science Building was set approaching the students inside the apartment off Tuesday afternoon due to a large amount of noticed numerous bottles of alcohol. Upon the smoke on the third floor. KSU Police and Cobb arrival of police, groups of people began running County Fire Department both arrived on the scene to their vehicles. The people who ran to their to find room 352 filled with heavy smoke and a cars were then identified, questioned, and subse- strong odor of Sodium Chloride. A chemical quently issued criminal trespass warnings along experiment had gone wrong in a room where the with underage drinking citations. ventilation system was not working, creating the excessive smoke. A traffic stop was conducted Monday afternoon to a vehicle disregarding a stop sign on Owl On Thursday evening a student was pulled over Drive. The driver was identified and found to for speeding on Campus Loop Road. The infor- have a warrant out in Marietta for a charge of mation came from dispatch that the suspect’s li- minor in possession of alcohol. The suspect cense had been suspended. Officers then noticed was arrested and the passenger was then asked a 12-pack of beer concealed in the back seat. for information. Once out of the car, the offi- The driver was placed under arrest for speeding KENNESAW COLLEGE SENTINEL NY007039B 3/11/2008 cers noticed in plain view in the passenger side and underage possession of alcohol. door a clear plastic package containing a large KHIBLER 5.6875 x 10.5 HELP WANTED amount of green leafy substance suspected to Early Friday, police were dispatched to a physi- drm 1 VERI030019 be marijuana, weighing 21.8 grams. The pas- cal fight in the Waffle House parking lot. The senger was also placed under arrest and the car suspects were yelling profanity and pushing each was searched. The police officers then recovered other. Upon arrival of law enforcement, one sus- two more clear plastic packages with the mystery pect ran into the woods behind the Shell gas sta- substance weighing 28.7 grams and 30.5 grams, a tion and crouched behind a retaining wall. Once digital scale, and $598 in cash. The two suspects police started toward the wall, the subject came were then both placed under arrest for possession out of the woods. The suspect was arrested for of marijuana with the intent to distribute and pos- obstruction of police and public intoxication. Editor in Georgia plans lawsuit over cuts to JUMP-START student paper’s budget YOUR CAREER WITH THE RETAIL LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM. EMILIE YAM Mensing says the real loss ing on the Inkwell budget cut. SPLC STAFF WRITER is $14,670 because it is the Mensing said she met with amount of student fee sup- Vicki McNeil, vice president The editor in chief of port being trimmed. The of Student Affairs, on March Armstrong Atlantic State Inkwell had requested a 18 to discuss the budget cut. 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When the Senator says he disagrees with some of the more inflammatory comments (though he never actually says which com- ments he disagrees with: that the AIDS virus was created by the TONY SARRECCHIA government to wipe out the black COLUMNIST community; that the chickens have come home to roost in reference to 9/11; or that God should damn the Last week, Democratic presiden- USA) he is quick to add that we’ve tial hopeful Senator Barack Obama all heard things from our “pas- showed us why he is just another tors, priests, or rabbis with which smarmy politician and not the “Great you strongly disagreed.” You are Unifier,” as some have named him. correct Senator, but when I found In a disingenuous speech, margin- myself ‘strongly disagreeing’ with ally designed to distance Obama something my priest said, I left the from his whackadoo minster, church. I didn’t continue to go there Reverend Jeremiah Wright, the week after week, year after year, Senator managed to turn the issue giving implicit endorsement by my from the anti-American rantings of presence or financial endorsement Reverend Wright to a thinly-veiled through my offerings. condemnation of those calling out The Senator believes that we still the Reverend’s words. At the heart need to march to a “more just, more of Obama’s speech is the theme that equal, more free, more caring and the Reverend isn’t wrong, but that more prosperous America.” What everyone else needs to pay more at- the Senator doesn’t do is tell us how tention to race. The Senator’s exact we will know when we get there. Photos courtesy of The Sacramento Bee and normbond.com quote, ‘...race is an issue that I be- Does “more equal” mean a level lieve this nation cannot afford to playing field in which one isn’t sixties with regards to racial rela- a Bruce Willis movie than a JFK every right to attend the church of ignore right now.’* When have we given preferential treatment based tions. speech, all flash and no substance. his choice. The Senator is asking us ever ignored race in this country? If on skin color, gender, sexual orien- Supporters and apologists for Reverend Wright is certainly free to use his past judgment as a bench- anything, we are so obsessed with tation or family ties? If the answer Senator Obama have called him an to say what he believes. Though he mark to award him the presidency race that we see racial slights in the is yes, then the Senator should say “inspirational speaker.” The New may want to cover the original sin of the US. I agree. Twenty years most mundane and inconsequential so and let the discussion begin. If York Observer wrote an article concept again. According to Obama, of support to a vehemently anti- events. Obama’s slickness however, the answer is no, then the Senator about Obama’s delivery, essentially “it [the Constitution] was stained American pastor tells us quite a bit isn’t that he re-framed the question wants to have the same old argu- calling him a cross between Dr. by this nation’s original sin of about the Senator’s judgment. to be about race rather than anti- ments about race—the lectures in Martin Luther King and John F. slavery.” Technically, according to *All quotes unless indicated oth- American ramblings by his Black which whites must listen but are Kennedy (“What Makes Obama a Christian cannon, original sin was erwise are from the Remarks of Separatist pastor, but how he was not allowed to contribute. Obama Good Speaker?” http://www/observ- man’s violation of God’s law-- I’m Senator Barack Obama, “A More able to talk for 20 minutes and never then goes on to say that we need to er.com/2008/what-makes-obama- just saying. Scriptural inaccura- Perfect Union” Speech. Given at really say anything of substance. move on about race, but spends two good-speaker), and no one can deny cies aside, Reverend Wright’s job the Constitution Center, Tuesday, In ten pages of text, Senator paragraphs defending why Reverend Obama’s oratory skills. The content is to shepherd his congregation as March 18th, 2008, Philadelphia, Obama never distances himself Wright is still stuck in the fifties and of this speech however, is more like he sees fit. Senator Obama also has Pennsylvania. Columnist sees the future Predictions about the chronic under-funding of KSU we’ve worked with the fine folks For years The General and other have to sit on the floor or stand campus and we KNOW most of at the Coles School of Business competitors have been chipping until a seat opens. Heck, we’ll you are using them for Facebook to come up with some solutions to away at business in the campus even give that to you at 10% off and NOT for school. Say good- our budget shortfalls. bookstore and we haven’t been normal tuition. While you’re bye to computer labs and hello in- Let’s start with the biggest able to hire instructors until the standing there you can put pres- ternet cafes. You pay for the time issue: parking, or the lack thereof. last minute, which means books sure on the weakest students to you use and will have to suffer Oh sure, there is parking, but it’s are late in arriving in the book- drop the class. Intimidate your overpriced coffee and piped in just not as close as we’d like. No store for those courses. Let’s peers, make new enemies; it’s just music like Fiest. And don’t think problem. For $300 a semester how kill two birds with one stone and like reality television only you we didn’t consider the free wire- about being able to park in the lot refuse to release the required text- create the story. less, because free now has a price: of your choice? If we charge pro- book information to anyone at all Many students want to partici- think pop up ads and lots of them. fessors and instructors for parking and re-create an old-fashioned pate in volunteerism and we think I’m sure there are other angles TODD FRARY why not charge students? I can monopoly. Students will have no that’s great. We have a LOT of we’ve missed, but don’t worry; COLUMNIST already hear the whining “But I choice but to shop on-campus at jobs to fill since we’re getting rid we’re hard at work identifying already pay a parking fee!” Think the prices we set. Mo’ money, of all the maintenance staff. We’ll them and coming up with ways to of this as enhanced parking. Sure, mo’ money, mo’ money. need students to volunteer to cut make money off of them. We’d In keeping with the fine tradi- you could get less desirable park- We’ve heard your complaints the lawns, empty garbage and tend like to thank you for choosing tion of April Fools Day, it’s time ing for less money; say $100 to about course availability and have to other issues. We can even give KSU. We realize you have other for my State of Kennesaw 2008 park at the Presbyterian Center. a solution: auctioning a guaran- you class credits for your service. choices for your education and address. Since I also love to mix Heck, we’ll cut them in on the teed spot in the course of your Since we can’t afford counselors we appreciate you choosing KSU. my metaphors it’s going to be money too. Less still if you want choice, call it the Ebay approach. any longer, we’ve elected to go When it comes to future educa- your Ghost of Christmas Future to ride one of those spiffy shuttle You decide how badly you want to with our “Magic Eight Ball” solu- tion decisions, we certainly hope here to show you what may come buses and park off campus. You graduate and what you’re willing tion to those more personal prob- you’ll choose KSU. Your call is to pass at KSU. want free? Park at Town Center to pay. Can’t get in because the lems. Is there any question the very important to us. Would you Due to our chronic funding Mall and ride the No. 40 bus. class is full and you know some “Magic Eight Ball” can’t answer? please continue to hold? A cus- shortfalls some changes are going We can also take two huge idiots will drop it? Try our new We’ve also paid a LOT of money tomer service representative will to have to be made and, in the lemons and make a big batch of “Standing Room Only” option. for computers in the library and be with you shortly. spirit of market-driven solutions, lemonade when it comes to books. You don’t get a seat in class, but many computer labs throughout

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The report amplified that, noting, different direction. the Egyptian Islamic Jihad, led at one time Laden are shown to have grand visions for “common interests, even without common The report “uncovered strong evidence by bin Laden’s deputy, Ayman al-Zawahiri) the Arab world. Saddam wanted to create cause, increased the aggregate terror threat.” that links the regime of Saddam Hussein or that generally shared al Qaeda’s stated a “Ba’athist pan-Arab socialist super-state The overwhelming evidence of the to regional and global terrorism.” The Iraqi goals and objectives.” with Iraq at its center.” Meanwhile, bin Pentagon reports shows Saddam not only as regime supported or had connections to Considering this evidence, how irrespon- Laden craved a “jihad that would one day a ruthless, authoritarian and genocidal dicta- Fatah, Palestine Liberation Front, Renewal sible is it for these media outlets to claim topple all apostate governments, unite all tor, but as a state sponsor of terror that used and Jihad Organization, Force 17, Islamic there was no connection? It’s obvious that Muslims and finally restore the caliphate.” groups that would help its strategic interests Ulama Group, the Afghani Islamic Party, they either didn’t read the report, don’t know The caliphate is one of the most forgot- and attack common enemies. These groups and the Egyptian Islamic Jihad. about the complexity of terrorist groups, or ten goals for much of radical Islam, being eventually included the Egyptian Islamic KEVIN SCHMIDT The last group is the smoking gun. The both. One can imagine that as soon as they drowned out by the “they attack us because Jihad, which combined with Al Qaeda in COLUMNIST Egyptian Islamic Jihad has been lead by read that line in the summary, they thought we are over there.” Although it is true that 2001. This doesn’t show that Iraq had any- Ayman al-Zawahiri since 1991. You might they didn’t need to read any more and ran our presence in the Middle East was an irri- thing to do with September 11 (although it recognize his name as the current number their stories. tant to bin Laden and others, the big picture can be sure they welcomed it), but it does On March 13, the Pentagon released a two in Al Qaeda to bin Laden. The two The report also mapped out how Saddam is much more complicated and the caliphate show that Iraq had a connection Al Qaeda. study of Iraq and its ties to terrorism before groups merged in June of 2001, and the supported terrorist groups that were “willing is a major part of that. Saddam was a threat in more ways than the 2003 invasion called “Saddam and Islamic Jihad is now considered synony- to target not only Western interests but also These different visions were incredibly one. Middle East stability and the end of Terrorism: Emerging Insights from Captured mous with Al Qaeda. to directly attack Americans.” Groups such “parallel,” and eventually the two found a terrorism could never be achieved without Iraqi Documents.” ABC News quickly took Two quotes from the report show as Hamas and National Sri Lankan Socialist common enemy in the United States. Both his disposition. Whether or not our strategy a part of the executive summary which Saddam’s link to al Qaeda affiliated terror- Student Union gave their full-fledged movements (Arab nationalist and Islamic) was the best will be debated for years to reads: “This study found no ‘smoking gun’ ists: “Captured documents reveal that the support to Saddam and offered to attack recruited from the same demographic and come, but this report shows how dangerous (i.e., direct connection) between Saddam’s regime was willing to co-opt, or support, or- American interests around the world. The espoused rhetoric of the glorious past of Saddam’s connections to terrorism actually Iraq and al Qaeda.” Seemingly without read- ganizations it knew to be part of al Qaeda-as report cited “two other documents [which] the Middle East, Arabs and Islam. These were. Six-day Creation theory gains ground Relativity theory applied to the Bible yields some surprising results MICHAEL CALDWELL entific knowledge or a defective un- This uniting of theories begins plies that to the amount of seconds acknowledged as microwave residue versal time to be exactly 6 days. This STAFF WRITER derstanding of the bible.” Schroeder, with Einstein’s theory of relativity in a year and finds that the sun’s left over from the Big Bang, we can would make sense in regards to a working in light of Maimonides’ which tells us that the higher V (ve- time is actually 1 year minus 67 calculate the difference in time in the biblical narrative as well, consider- The first 31 verses of the quote, has introduced a uniting idea locity) and the higher G (gravity) in seconds for every year we have same way that we did with the Sun ing Genesis 2:4 and 5:1 separate Christian and Jewish scriptures, between scientific and biblical ideas a place, the slower time moves in here on Earth. Feel free to do the by comparing the microwaves to mi- the scriptures into two segments of more commonly referred to as the of the age of our universe. that place relative to a place with math yourself to settle any doubts. crowaves generated here on Earth. “generations” or time. When work- “Creation Story” have been the Genesis has told us for about lower V and G. We have found What if we applied this same These microwaves are stretched by a ing on a universal scale, God used cause of some of the most vehement 2300 years that the universe and this to be true by measuring light principle to the total universe at the million million times comparatively. Universal time. When working on debates throughout human history. everything in it were created in six waves. For example: On the sun, time of the Big Bang? Remember By applying the same mathematical an Earthly scale, God used Earthly These arguments over our origin, days. As many have argued that time moves 67 seconds slower per that at the Big Bang, the entirety of principles to this early universe we time. This seems logical. most often between theologians and the “days” may have symbolically year relative to time here on Earth. the energy and matter in the universe find that the 260 million years since Is it possible that our theolo- scholars, have created a rift between meant eons or ages, recent study of We have found this to be true in that were constrained to a very small the dinosaurs roamed our world gians and physicists have spent their theism and science that seems almost the Hebrew word “Yom” which is light waves generated on the sun area: initially a single mathematical amounts to only 1 hour in terms of time arguing and debating in vain? too wide to span. However, this rift, used for “day” in this passage tells are 2.12 parts per million longer point which expanded exponentially the universe as a whole. This does Could both answers be equally ac- according to Dr. Gerald Schroeder, us that we can interpret it to mean than light waves of the same type upon explosion. Fortunately, there is not represent a symbolic time, but curate, true and valuable? This an MIT educated philosopher and a 24 hour period with certainty. generated here on Earth. This is not a leftover evidence of the Big Bang an actual passage of total universal research seems to tell us exactly astrophysicist, has never existed. In How then could we ever dream of because it is taking more time for which can be found throughout our time of one hour since the dinosaurs that. These sort of ideas and theories the words of the famous medieval reconciling the difference between a the light to be generated, but time entire universe. By using CBM roamed the Earth. What if we apply should teach everyone, Theist and philosopher Moses Maimonides, 6,000 year old universe and a 15 bil- is simply moving more slowly, (Cosmic Background Microwave it to the scientific 15 ¾ Billion year Secularist alike, to keep their minds “Conflicts between science and the lion year old universe? Fortunately, stretching the light itself. One then Radiation) which NASA, as well as age of our universe? We find the open and searching for wisdom in bible arise from either a lack of sci- Schroeder is far from finished. takes 2.12 seconds per million, ap- most modern Astrophysicists, has total age of the universe using uni- all areas and facets of our world.

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“While both males and females can be victims of acquaintance A cquaintance rape, also known as “date self esteem have been found to be less likely to rape” or “hidden rape,” is a rarely discussed fight back against unwanted sexual advances, and but increasingly common problem in society. are also less likely to report the incident. Several rape, the victims are far more Acquaintance rape occurs when a person known psychologists believe that this is because it is easy to the victim has sexual contact with him or her for the offender to make the person feel guilty and commonly women aged 16 to without the victim’s consent. The term “rape” responsible for the attack. Women who use drugs refers not only to unwanted sexual intercourse, and alcohol are also more likely to become the 25. For this reason, it is most but also to unwanted oral sex, anal sex, or other victim of a sexual attack than women who don’t. sexual contact. A problem once overlooked by In 1988, a study found that offenders see women prevalent around college cam- society, acquaintance rape is becoming increas- they are in a relationship with as “safe,” as they ingly common, especially among the young adult are unlikely to report the incident, and often do not puses and amongst college- population. Apart from the obvious physical ef- even view it as rape. fects, it can lead to serious psychological and Although it is far less common (834,000 versus aged students.“ emotional damage that is commonly neglected or 1.5 million women per year), men, particularly overlooked. those in college, can be victims of acquaintance [ [ One common misconception about rape is that rape, as well. Usually, these attacks on men are it always involves a violent attack by an unknown made by other men. One study revealed that this sexual predator. Recent studies have indicated that is most commonly the result of fraternity hazing and trusted. Their self esteem and trust are severely making it clear to the offender that they did not approximately 80 percent of sexual attack victims going out of control or initiation on athletic teams shaken, and they feel guilty and embarrassed and want to participate in sexual activity. In addi- knew their attackers, and that 76 percent of those Acquaintance rape has countless psychologi- try to hide the situation, sometimes pushing others tion, the victim often receives negative attention attacks were committed by the victim’s ex spouse, cal effects, some of them long-term and requir- away and seeking solitude. Others deny that the from society, with sometimes cruel remarks such partner, or date. One common form of acquain- ing counseling and in some cases, medication. experience ever happened and try to resume life as, “She was asking for it with the way that she tance rape is date rape, where alcohol or other There are several common reactions experienced normally. Most have a difficult time talking about dressed,” or, “She deserved it.” substances are used to lower the victim’s defenses by the majority of victims of acquaintance rape. what happened. Some become withdrawn and Family and friends can contribute to the enough to take advantage of them, or even render Initially, the victim feels confused, shaken, and reclusive and have a hard time socializing, while victim’s unwillingness to report the incident, as the victim completely unconscious. Alcohol is violated, and unsure of whether what happened others act out sexually and become promiscuous. well. Often times, the reactions of the victim’s the most commonly used date rape drug. Others is considered rape or not, and often does not tell Acquaintance rape can lead to depression and anx- close friends and family members reinforce include Rohypnol (commonly called “roofies”), anyone what happened. Since often times the of- iety that may need to be treated with medication their self-blame. Many question the victim’s GHB (liquid ecstasy), and Ketamine (special K). fender is an acquaintance, friend, or even date, the and therapy. thought processes, actions, and decisions, lead- These drugs are favored because they are easy to victim doesn’t want to report the incident for fear Unfortunately, a surprisingly large number of ing them to feel that they are not supported. For administer (they can be stirred into the victim’s of what will happen. Victims of a drugged date rapes go unreported. According to a study con- example, a parent or close friend may comment drink and are unnoticeable) and because they rape often don’t recall what happened at all be- ducted in 1997, 97 percent of all surviving rape on the fact that the victim’s decision to go back render the victim helpless. One study indicated cause they were unconscious, or if they do vaguely victims informed at least one close confidant. to the offender’s house after a date lead to the that 74 percent of men and 55 percent of women remember it, they often deny that it happened, Only 28 percent informed the police, and only 20 attack, leading the victim to place the blame on had been using drugs or alcohol prior to an occur- choosing to believe that it was a dream. Victims percent pressed charges. The number of victims of herself. In addition, many family members and rence of acquaintance rape. feel a sense of confusion, wondering if what hap- acquaintance rape who reported the incident to the friends do not realize the severity of the trauma Unfortunately, many individuals do not recog- pened was “normal” or if it was rape. Many feel police is drastically lower, at a mere two percent. caused by acquaintance rape, and often do not nize non-violent acquaintance rape, such as date a sense of responsibility for the incident, believing There are several reasons for this low number. offer the same support as they would for a case rape, as a form of sexual assault. According to a that because they agreed to go on the date or go to The most prevalent is self-blame. Even when the of stranger rape. Psychologists agree that ac- study conducted in 2001, 48 percent of college- the person’s house, they gave the other person the victim accepts the fact that the rape was not their quaintance rape can be more traumatizing than aged women who were victims of sexual attack wrong signal, and feel that they were responsible own fault, they feel responsible for not seeing the stranger rape, as the victim has had their trust did not consider what happened to them rape. for what happened. Often, victims overlook the attack coming. In addition, many feel at fault for betrayed and has been hurt by someone who is Another study found that 84 percent of men who fact that they did not agree to or even physically not fighting back hard enough. “I just froze,” re- close to them. For this reason, the victim may had committed acquaintance rape did not consider protested sexual intercourse. calls one victim who wishes to remain anonymous. have a harder time opening up to others about what they did to be rape. This may be due to the Self-blaming is an almost universal reaction “I said no, but then I just kind of laid there. My what happened. cultural views on sexual relationships between to acquaintance rape, according to one psycholo- mind went blank.” Many acquaintance rapes go unreported men and women, a misunderstanding of sex role gist. The victim often doesn’t want to believe Many times, the victim is unsure of how to because the victims fear that they will not be behaviors or communication styles, or that a friend or date feel about the situ- believed. Since many are not the common belief that rape is always would knowingly do ation because the violent and most do not report a violent attack committed by a strang- 48% something against 97% offender is an ac- 28% it immediately, if at all, there is er. Legally, however, acquaintance their will, instead quaintance, friend, usually no physical evidence. rape carries the same penalty as a rape OF FEMALE VICTIMS OF blaming themselves. OF RAPE VICTIMS or date. Many OF VICTIMS INFORMED Often, the victims fear that committed by a stranger. SEXUAL ATTACK DO NOT Many times, the INFORMED AS LEAST ONE refuse to believe THE POLICE, WHILE LESS their mutual friends will not While both males and females CONSIDER IT RAPE victim is pressured CLOSE CONFIDANT that the offender PRESSED CHARGES believe them, and that it will can be victims of acquaintance rape, by the offender and meant to violate ruin friendships and cause even the victims are far more commonly made to feel as if it is them, and instead more trouble. women aged 16 to 25. For this reason, it is most their own fault. While almost all rape victims go place the blame on themselves for not making it Others tell no one of the attack because they prevalent around college campuses and amongst through a period of self-blaming, those suffering clear enough. Sometimes, the offender proceeds don’t want to talk about it and have to relive college-aged students. Although it is impossible from low self esteem have a harder time coming to pressure or bully the victim, either physically the experience. Instead, they choose to act as to predict who will be a victim or a sexual attack, to the realization that they are not at fault. Other or psychologically. Some victims report being if nothing happened and attempt to remain on there is evidence that certain beliefs or behav- times, friends or family who know about the situa- physically threatened, while others were made to a friendly basis with the offender so that it will iors may increase the risk of becoming a victim. tion blame the victim, believing that “they wanted feel guilty. One victim reports that the offender not be revealed. One research study conducted in 1989 found that it,” and the victim often internalizes the situation. made her feel like what had happened was spe- Still others do not understand the severity women who had a more “traditional” view of men, “He told me that it ‘meant a lot’ to him,” Jana* cial to him, and she didn’t want to hurt his feel- of what happened. Some wonder if, because holding them in a more dominant and authoritative (name changed), a victim of acquaintance rape, ings by turning him in. Sadly, many continue to they agreed to kiss the offender, they sent the position in regard to women, who are viewed as said. “He kept telling me he was doing it for me. have sexual relations with the offender after the message that they wanted to have sex. Many passive and submissive, were at an increased risk So I felt guilty about reporting him. He made me incident due to poor self esteem or threats from don’t know what to call it because of the “vio- of being subjected to acquaintance rape, as they feel like I misled him, even though I said no.” the offender. lent attack by a stranger” image of rape that is were more accepting of unwanted sexual advanc- When compared to victims of stranger rape, vic- Social pressures often influence the victim’s commonly portrayed, and because the offender es. There is also evidence that women with low tims of acquaintance rape blame themselves more decision not to report the rape, as well. In gen- doesn’t consider it to be rape. self esteem are at increased risk of becoming the and deal with more serious problems because the eral, society tends to place the blame on the See RAPE, page 7 victim of an acquaintance rape. Women with low person who violated them was someone they knew victim, insinuating that they are at fault for not The Page 6 • Arts & Living SENTINEL Tuesday, April 1, 2008 PAULDING MUSIC CENTER Convenient to Kennesaw State University New & Used Musical Instruments Lessons available on all Instruments OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 10% OFF purchases Safety matters in fire protection and when you show your student ID! energy drink consumption Dear EarthTalk: How safe are the fire it encouraged pilots to avoid applying re- water as the best alternative to energy retardants that are used to quell forest tardant within 300 feet of waterways or drinks. Re-hydrating is a great way to stay fires across the American West? other sensitive areas. The Forest Service alert and to move other nutrients through the acknowledges the risk of using retardants, body. 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800.766.2645 www.efcollegebreak.com/seetheworld The Tuesday, April 1, 2008 SENTINEL Arts & Living • Page 7 • RAPE from page 5 Fears revisited Many also fear the strain that it will place on sig- nificant relationships in their life. Acquaintance rape in particular can place a lot of stress on relationships, as mutual friends may not know how to handle the situa- tion. A loved one of a victim stated, “Dealing with this situation has been one of the hardest things to over- come in my life, but through listening, compassion, and prayer, we’ve overcome a lot of hardships.” There are a lot of common misconceptions regarding rape that influence the way many victims are treated by society. The first misconception is that a woman who doesn’t fight back hasn’t been raped. In reality, anyone who is forced to participate in any sexual act against their will has been raped. Unfortunately, many men be- lieve that when a woman says no, she really means yes, and that they should keep trying. This has often been portrayed by the media, but is not the case in real life. Another common misconception is that most women lie about being raped because they feel guilty or regret having consensual sex with someone. While this may be true in a few rare cases, all incidences of rape should be taken seriously. As there is usually no physical evi- dence, the victim should be offered support from friends and family and should seek counseling. A third misconception is that certain behaviors, such as dressing in a sexually appealing way, drinking on a date, or agreeing to go back to a man’s apartment after a date, make rape the women’s fault. The reality is that no woman asks or deserves to be raped. Just because a woman dresses in a sexually appealing way or drinks on a date does not mean that she wants to have sex. Even if a woman agrees to kiss a man on a date, she has the Photo courtesy of Birgit Wassmuth right to stop at any point, and should not feel required to have sex with him. Unfortunately, one study revealed that 51 percent of high school boys and forty-one per- cent of high school girls believed that forced sex is okay if the man “spends a lot of money on the woman.” In no way should anyone of either gender feel obligated to participate in any sexual activity for any reason. In the occurrence of rape, one should contact the au- Debunking notions thorities immediately. Avoid showering, as this washes away physical evidence. Time is an important factor should the victim decide to press charges. The victim Freshman presents in the conference program, taught his Fall Funding for the trip was a challenge. After should also seek counseling soon after the incident to research alongside 2007 KSU 1101 class around an unusual plane tickets, hotel and registration fees, the help deal with the emotional and psychological effects. theme: Nascar. Waters, who researched total cost of presenting was around $1,000. On KSU’s campus, the CAPS Center is available for NASCAR’s Car of Tomorrow, explained, “I knew [the conference] was going to be counseling services, and also offers resources for get- Ph.D’s at PCA ting in touch with other therapists. conference, San “My paper is about the new NASCAR stock big,” Waters said, “but I just didn’t have the If a friend confesses that she is a victim of ac- car design for the Nextel Cup Series. It’s money for it. I have a lot of people to thank quaintance rape, it can be a difficult situation to Francisco a three-facet new design for safety, keep- for sending me on the trip.” Without financial face. In order to offer the most support, avoid blam- ing costs down, and making the playing aid, Waters was ready to turn down the con- ing her or asking questions like, “Why didn’t you field of cars more level.” His paper traces ference, but CETL helped provide the money call the police?” or “Why didn’t you tell someone LEAH HALE NASCAR from its early days of “strictly he needed. CETL director Dr. Bill Hill com- sooner?” Encourage her to seek both counseling and STAFF WRITER stock” cars through the three generations mented, “One of the key strategic initiatives medical help. Even if the rape was not a violent one, of changes it has undergone to arrive at for student success at KSU is advancing un- she should still be tested for STDs and pregnancy. The stereotypical freshman sleeps in the Car of Tomorrow. Waters discovered in dergraduate research, with several programs Instead of pressuring her to press charges or contact class, blows off homework, doesn’t care his research that the three generations of coordinated by KSU’s Center for Excellence the police, allow her time to make her own decision about school and writes essays that make changes correspond to three generations of in Teaching & Learning. We are fortunate regarding the matter. In the instance that the offender is a mutual friend, avoid taking sides. Listen to her professors cringe. The problem with stereo- the France family that directs NASCAR. that Provost Lendley Black has provided and offer your support as best you can, and under- types is that a lot of people don’t fit them. He is the first first-year student to pres- significant funding to support undergraduate stand that she is going through an extremely difficult One of those people is Landon Waters. ent a paper at an international academic research activities on camps as well as travel ordeal. Last weekend, Waters, now a sopho- conference since the Department of First- funds for undergraduate researchers to pres- The best way to prevent acquaintance rape is to be more, flew to San Fransisco with Dr. David Year Programs formed in June 2007. Dr. ent their research at professional meetings.” aware of your surroundings and the people that are Thompson to present a single-author research Birgit Wassmuth, chair of the Department Breaking from the stereotype has won there. At a party, avoid drinking and using drugs, or paper he wrote as a freshman for Thompson’s of Communication who also presented at Waters recognition in the university. Dr. have a designated friend be responsible for watching KSU 1101 class at the National Popular the conference, said, “Landon was awe- Ralph Rascati, dean of University College, over you. At a club or bar, try to go with a group, avoid Culture and American Culture Associations some! He delivered his research paper said “We are proud of Landon’s achievement. accepting drinks from a stranger, and never leave your Conference. The 38th annual conference, as like a pro, like an academic who has been Having students such as Landon presenting drink unattended. While there is no sure fire way to Thompson describes it, “brings in thousands going to these PCA conventions for years. high quality work at a national conference prevent acquaintance rape, being cautious and aware of this problem can increase your safety. of people from all over the world to pres- He seemed very confident.” enhances the reputation of Kennesaw State In order to protect both men and women from this ent papers on anything from Shakespeare to Dr. Thompson also presented a paper— University as an institution where students th increasingly common ordeal, everyone should also be Mass Communication [to] motorcycle culture about the 15 paper he has presented at the can get a first-rate education and be reward- aware of this problem. Men should recognize that when and grave markers.” The people alongside PCA/ACA Conference since the early 1990s. ed for their accomplishments.” a woman says no, she means no, even if she doesn’t whom Waters presented were mostly Ph.D.s Every year his presentation has been on stock Now a biology major with goals in either physically resist his advances. In order to avoid confu- and graduate students, and his paper had to car racing, a hobby he began in graduate pediatrics or teaching, Waters’ presentation sion, both men and women should be clear and avoid compete with ones written by professors. school when he used a car he bought from a will only help him in the future. Thompson giving mixed signals. In addition, they should avoid “I didn’t really expect it to get in,” Waters neighbor and parts from his grandmother’s said, “Probably the coolest moment was in drinking heavily and using drugs in a situation that said, “but I guess it caught their attention.” old Chevy Impala to build his own race car. the airport on the way home when he came could go wrong. People should also be aware that just He was one of six presenters from KSU. Dr. “My background is journalism and mass up to me and said, ‘see that person sitting because someone dresses in a sexually appealing way, Keisha Hoerrner, Chair, Department of First- communications; my academic home is the right over there? I just talked to her. She it doesn’t mean that they want to have sex. Regardless of someone’s sexual history, they it’s not okay to force Year Programs, said, “Landon’s achievement Department of First-Year Programs, but this did a paper at Pop Culture too, and it was sexual intercourse on them. clearly debunks two erroneous notions. First- [conference] is my outlet for my research about racing.’ So he’s already starting to see Acquaintance rape is a problem that is receiving year students are bright, capable scholars in about stock car racing.” His paper this year is himself as an expert and network with other more and more attention. As it is especially common their own right when they are given the right titled “NASCAR—cissim: Expressions of Ego people who are doing similar things. That’s among college-aged individuals, students should be mentoring, and KSU 1101 is clearly an aca- in Films about Stock Car Racing.” It examines really working in the high level, especially aware of this problem and of how to prevent it from oc- demically rigorous course.” how narcissism has grown from racers in films for a first-year student, and I’m really proud curring. Dr. Thompson, or “Turbo” as he is listed from the 1960s to racers in NASCAR today. of him.”

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But what movies? that, mind you – the scene where Harry er or not she can deal with the emotional ARTS & LIVING EDITOR My friend had to think about it for a guns down the serial killer is one of effects: the questions, the doubts, the moment; eventually he named a few the best scenes in movie history – but pain, “the hole that each death leaves.” Ladies and gentlemen, boys and, well, yeah mainly boys, behold good, but somewhat safe, titles: “Paths sometimes we need a movie that looks In other words, he doesn’t question her the return of short-lived cartoon character by the name of Assy of Glory”, “12 Angry Men”, etc. Then deeper. We need someone who won’t right to kill, he questions her ability. McGee. The show, which aired three episodes on [adult swim] back it was my turn. I didn’t have to think react to her actions with a catchy line That’s my interpretation anyway. in 2006 is coming back on the air in April. And the character and the about my answer: “Dirty Harry”. It and a steely-eyed glare. We need some- One of the best things about “The show are honestly called “Assy Mcgee.” startled my friend. “Dirty Harry?” he one to ask the questions we’d ask our- Brave One” is how it leaves things It’s pretty much the most ridiculous thing you’ll ever see, because asked. “Why Dirty Harry?” I didn’t selves in that situation. open to interpretation, so that everyone Assy is a walking pair of legs, with a mighty fine behind. Wielding hesitate one second: “Because it But “The Brave One” doesn’t stop will take away something different. a gun, the walking butt fights crime as a detective. teaches kids the importance of kill- at asking questions – it forces them Yes, Erica openly questions her actions If you are an [adult swim] fan, you might remember the cartoon ing.” on us; it makes us feel that answering with lines like “Who’s this stranger “Home Movies.” Well the same creators made “Assy” possible. Alright, I was kidding. Awesome them is a matter of life and death. Part inside me?” but Jordan doesn’t exploit Now, I loved “Home Movies” more than anything, but this show isn’t as it is, “Dirty Harry” is only a good of this is due to both the well-written them to make a point – they are Erica’s too funny. The animation is great, and if it wasn’t for the walking character-education movie in the script and Jodie Foster’s Oscar-worthy words, not his. He’s just the messenger: buttocks, it might actually be a great show! The stories are funny, cynical land of movie badasses (even acting. But most of it is due to the way he gives us the story and characters, and you’ll be laughing, until the out-of-control butt walks in, shoots though it’s 100% right that the police Neil Jordan uses the subjective camera but steps back when it comes time for a gun around, and provides cheap laughs. I don’t mean “Family are idiots). It teaches that killing has to let us feel everything that Erica messages and speechmaking. He wants Guy” cheap laughs, this is even worse. no consequences! How does Clint feels. Look at the scene where she us to draw our own conclusions. For If it wasn’t for the fart jokes, toilet humor and over- Eastwood react after he guns down a ventures outside for the first time since example, he never tells us why Erica done violence scenes, this show has great thief? Does he go home and cry? No – her boyfriend’s murder: Jordan over- keeps killing, even though she knows potential. he goes out for more. Of course that’s saturates the colors, tilts the cameras at it’s killing her. He suggests the pos- There is an underlying satire that to be expected: Harry Callahan isn’t odd angles, uses lots of close-ups, and sibilities – maybe she’s trying to fill a is pretty funny, if anyone is familiar a human being, he’s a movie badass accentuates everyday sounds like foot- void; maybe she’s trying to discover with the retro cop shows that are – the only emotions he knows are the steps and voices so we see the hidden “the stranger in her body;” maybe she all intense and pretty ridicu- steely-eyed ones. danger in everyday experiences. The thinks there’s no going back – but he lous. But it would be better But that’s what makes Erica Bain script and actor give us the character, doesn’t give a definitive answer. He if the satire was left for us (Jodie Foster), the heroine of Neil but Jordan takes us inside her mind. wants us to do our own thinking. (Paul to figure, but instead, the Jordan’s “The Brave One,” so unique The subjective camera is the reason Haggis could learn a lot from him.) characters make comments and interesting: she’s normal. She isn’t Erica’s questions resonate so deeply; I’ve heard people complain about to point out the obvious. a badass, she isn’t super-skilled, and it’s the reason the movie works. If we how the story is conventional and con- For example, in a scene she doesn’t have nerves of steel. Killing didn’t understand her feelings, we’d voluted. They’re right (they stole the where the stereotypically ner- leaves a scar. never accept all her doubts and ques- story from “Death Wish”), but they vous awkward partner to Assy Look at how she handles the stan- tioning. Instead, we’d get impatient miss the point – “The Brave One” isn’t acts to fill the role of sidekick, dard subway killing: after killing the with her whining. I know that sounds about what happens to Erica, it’s about the other characters make com- two thugs, she runs away. She doesn’t limp, so I’ll let you in on something: how it makes her feel. That’s why it’s ments to point it out. It’s funny walk away; she runs away. When she I went into “The Brave One” a skep- so brilliant: it takes a simple idea – re- without the slap in the face. gets home, she throws up. She starts tic. I didn’t think that a revenge movie venge – and gives it a new, emotional Besides that, the voice acting asking questions: Why did I kill them? should “muddy the waters:” Dirty twist. We’ve all read about the guilty is great. Voice of Coach McGuirk Why didn’t I just show them the gun? Harry shouldn’t go home and cry after criminals who go free – the kidnap- from “Home Movies” does some They would have run off. Why didn’t gunning down the thieves; it wouldn’t pers, the rapists, the murderers – and of the voices, as well as other fabu- I just get off the train? Why didn’t my work. But there wasn’t one moment in we’ve all wished that someone would lous [adult swim] regulars. H. Jon hands shake when I fired the gun? What “The Brave One” when I didn’t com- just take a gun and put them out of our Benjamin is phenomenal as usual. He am I? pletely empathize with Erica and her misery. But what if that someone was has also worked on “Venture Bros.,” We’d ask the same questions in her questions. Jordan’s storytelling is that us? What if someone gave us the gun? “Aqua Teen” and “Family Guy.” He situation. Imagine you just killed some- good. Could we do it? And if we could, how definitely makes the 8-9 minute show one: you look at the body on the ground I was relieved to see that “The Brave would we feel about ourselves after- worth watching. and the gun in your hand – you’re damn One” isn’t an anti-death penalty preach- wards? Would there be strangers in our right you’d wonder what you are! fest. Make no mistake, the people Erica bodies?

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DANIEL LEWIS In 2005, after training for from a television producer with STAFF WRITER about six months with his coach, Spike TV. The producer was Yarbrough got an unexpected looking for a 185-pound fighter On the surface, Cale Yarbrough offer for his first match. Another to compete on a weekly elimina- looks like any other student at amateur fighter gave Yarbrough a tion style ultimate fighting show. KSU. He likes to go camping, call and invited him to a match the Yarbrough had to shed 20 pounds, watch movies, play the video next day at Cowboys in Kennesaw. but he did accept the offer. He game ‘Rock Band’ and is working Yarbrough talked it over with just got back from filming the to attain his degree in psychology. his coach and then agreed to the show and it will air on April 2nd However, despite the relatively match. “After that normal “college student” exterior, I couldn’t sleep,” Yarbrough is a fast-rising star in said Yarbrough. “I I had so many nerves the ultimate fighting circuit. had so many nerves “ going into it. I didn’t Yarbrough always had an inter- going into it. I est in sports and played football didn’t even have even have a uniform throughout his high school tenure a uniform yet so I at Wheeler High School. After he had to borrow my yet so I had to borrow graduated, he still had the athletic coach’s shorts.” drive but didn’t have football as an After a sleepless my coach’s shorts. option anymore. He began taking night, Yarbrough velocity kickboxing classes where fought the next day he met up with his coach, Mateo in front of over 2,000 people. He on Spike TV. Cutbill. “[Cutbill] told me I had came out of the box strong and Before the show, Yarbrough a natural ability for the sport,” won convincingly with a first trained in Athens. He trained for said Yarbrough. “He really took round knockout. Yarbrough went five to six days a week doing one me under his wing, trained me for on to have further success win- hour of wrestling in the morn- free and taught me a lot.” ning another four amateur fights. ing and then would come back at When he first was talking about He even went on to win the ISKA night to do another workout that his interest in the sport, his par- United States Light Heavyweight consisted of Jujitsu or stand-up ents did show some concern about Championship in July of 2007 de- kickboxing. He was also on a the idea of their son becoming feating Benjamin Bradley in the strict diet consisting of small por- an ultimate fighter. “My parents championship. Yarbrough was too tions and two gallons of water a are conservative, so they didn’t much for Bradley, another unde- day. really like the idea at first,” said feated fighter and judo black belt, Yarbrough did have to take a Yarbrough. “They were really knocking him out with a round- semester off to film the show, worried I’d get hurt, but I’ve had house kick at the beginning of the so his college career is on hold. more injuries playing football third round. He is hoping to return to finish than fighting. Since then they’ve After the championship, his degree next semester, but for really learned more about the Yarbrough was thinking about right now he’s happy pursuing his Photo courtesy of Cale Yarbrough sport and become fans of it.” turning pro when he got a call career as an ultimate fighter. Cale Yarbrough is pursuing his career as an ultimate fighter. Owls sweep Jacksonville Owls split with UGA CAITLIN DINGLE hungry for some Dawg STAFF WRITER meat!” declared sophomore Kyle Clayton. Defense was The KSU baseball team the word of the day, as KSU split a pair of games with kept solid and consistent the University of Georgia throughout the game, capital- Bulldogs on Mar. 25 and 26. izing on five UGA errors and The first game was played tallying timely hits. Micah at home in front of a record Sales pitched five innings to 1,163 fans on Tuesday at tally the win for KSU, while Stillwell Stadium. The team Michael Bohana recorded his then traveled to UGA’s home third save of the season. Jacob in Athens, Georgia to play Robbins scored three times once again the next evening. for the Owls, starting in the The first game was hard first inning off a Bishop RBI fought from the beginning, ground out. Georgia came but the Owls fell down seven back with a pair of runs in runs after seven Bulldog the bottom of the first to take hits in the top of the second the lead for the first time. In inning. Tyler Stubblefield the third inning the Owls took helped the Owls respond in advantage of an error which their half of the second by allowed Robbins to score taking advantage of three from second, tying the score walks from UGA’s pitcher at 2 runs a piece. In the same Jason Leaver. The sophomore inning, Jace Whitmer had a hit a three-run double to close hit, allowing Bishop to make the gap to 7-3. That would his way home, putting the be the closest the Owls came Owls ahead by one. Georgia to the Bulldogs on that night. then answered in the fourth KSU Owl’s pitcher Bubba with a run to tie the game. The Blalock held control of the Owls broke open the 3-3 tie game for a couple of innings in the sixth, scoring four runs Photo by Carl Zornes before UGA struck for four on one hit, a two-run singly KSU softball player gets a hit. The Owls won 4-0 and 3-0. runs on three hits in the fifth by Martin Baker. Adding to to extend their lead to 11-3. the runs were two Bulldog A hit-and-run single in the miscues, a fielding error, and KELLY BLAINE Cross hit a two run home run in the first to After the game coach Whitlock discussed the sixth extended the Georgia a passed ball, giving KSU a STAFF WRITER give the Owls a 2-0 lead. The Owls added a Owl’s previous offensive struggles this season. lead to 12-3. The Owls con- 7-3 lead. run in the second and one in the sixth with two “To say our offense has been struggling is tinued to battle throughout “That was a big hit for It was all KSU Owls Friday afternoon as the RBI singles by infielder Amanda Malcom. like saying the Titanic sprung a leak,” he said. the rest of the game, scor- Martin,” said Coach Mike softball team held the Dolphins scoreless in a Cross came back as the starting pitcher in game “We knew before the first pitch of the season ing two runs in the seventh. Sansing. “It came at a time doubleheader sweep of Jacksonville University; two and pitched four and one-third shutout in- that we were basing everything on our pitch- Another Stubblefield double when we really needed a lift 4-0, 3-0 Friday afternoon at Bailey Park. nings before turning it over to Angela Lopez ing. Our pitching is where we stop and start as led off the inning, and Senior and he delivered.” In the In game one, Brittany Matthews (16-3) (5-5) who picked up her fifth win of the season. a ball club. We’ve got three outstanding pitch- Martin Baker connected with eighth, the Owls added one notched her seventh shutout of the year allow- Lopez pitched and inning and one-third of one- ers and with that, all you need is a timely hit the ball, sending Stubblefield last tally to their score from ing only two hits and no runs in seven innings. hit relief followed by Matthews who came on in or two and you’ve got a chance to win.” home for the run. Baker ad- a Bucky Smith double to left Matthews walked just two batters while striking the seventh, struck out the side, and earned her The Owls got those timely hits and added vanced to third on an error in field, bringing Stubblefield out twelve giving her 193 on the season. third save of the year. two more runs in the sixth to win with a right field, and then scored on home for the run. The “Brittney Matthews is simply one of the Game two remained scoreless until the fifth final score of 3-0. a ground out by Ric Bishop Bulldogs fought back in the best players we’ve ever had here,” said head inning when Jenna Closner singled to left. The Owls, now 25-9 overall and 3-1 in for the last run of the night. bottom of the eighth, scoring coach Scott Whitlock. “I don’t know if I’ve After a fielders-choice, Hollie Huffman the Atlantic Sun, will hit the road for six KSU fell to UGA 12-5. three runs, but KSU held off ever had a team where a pitcher was more singled and Jordan Hackett walked to load straight games, beginning with a short trip The Owls were deter- the pressure and ended the valuable… Matthews is doing a great job.” the bases and then a passed ball allowed the to Georgia State on Tuesday, April 1. mined not to have a replay game ahead of the Bulldogs, KSU jumped out to an early lead when Jessica lead runner to score. on the second night. “I’m 8-6. Justin Freeman: this week’s big man on campus JUSTIN HOBDAY Freeman’s performance was huge asked me in the eighth inning how I was his pitches continues to grow. “My best of the season. “I feel like we stack up STAFF WRITER for the Owls who had just lost a tough feeling and I told them I was fine, and pitch is a located fastball, and I am most well against the rest of the conference. extra inning game in the first game of a that I wanted to finish the game.” He confident with my slider. I’ll throw my Florida Gulf Coast is probably the best KSU baseball dominated the divi- double-header. Freeman admitted that finished the game with thirteen strike- slider in any count.” Freeman said. team in the conference, and we have al- sion II ranks during the 1990’s, winning the extra inning loss was a tough loss to outs, and only allowed two runs on eight He is also confident in the abilities of ready played them.” two national titles, and being named take. hits. Earlier in the week, he added an the rest of the starting rotation and the The owls currently sit at fifth in the the division II team of the ‘90’s. Today “The loss in the first game made the inning of relief against Georgia Tech entire team. “With the three starters we conference standings, and traveled to Justin Freeman is here to help establish second game that much more important in which he only allowed one hit and have here there isn’t a reason one of us second place Lipscomb this past week- KSU’s dominance of the Atlantic Sun for us to win.” Freeman said. Even struck out the side. shouldn’t win the award every week.” end. He was slated to pitch the third Conference, and the Division I rank. with the team’s heightened need of a This is Justin Freeman’s first season The rest of the team seems to be feeding game of the series, hopefully in an effort The junior from Macon threw a com- win, Justin wants to have the same ap- as a starter, and winning this award as off of the success of the starting pitch- to complete a series win over the Bisons. plete game masterpiece against Belmont proach whenever he goes to the mound. a starter is a huge confidence builder ing. Freeman adds, “The hitting and The Owls are building momentum with last week and afterwards was named He adds, “Every time I go out to pitch I for him. Freeman says, “I’ve always pitching are coming together, and the personal awards, and a win in Athens Atlantic Sun Conference pitcher of the try to pitch the best I can, with the same wanted to be an All-American, and this team is gelling at the right time.” This over UGA for the second straight year. week. This was the first complete game motivation.” award feels really good, especially since is indeed the right time for the team to With the likes of Justin Freeman blow- for the Owls this season, and helped Freeman said he felt good throughout it is my first year starting.” After win- be gelling. The majority of the confer- ing fastballs and sliders by opposing lead the Owls to a 2-1 series win over the entire game even with his pitch count ning similar weekly awards during the ence schedule is still ahead for the Owls, batters, look for KSU baseball to con- Belmont. reaching 134 pitches. “The coaches past summer season, his confidence in and Freeman is optimistic about the rest tinue to build on this momentum. The Tuesday, April 1, 2008 SENTINEL Sports • Page 11 Athletic Hall of Fame Ceremony

Photo by Kelly Blaine Newly elected members of the KSU athletic hall of fame pose afterwards.

KELLY BLAINE really proud of the school dominating pitchers in KSU STAFF WRITER and of my personal achieve- baseball history. In 1998, ment.” he led the Owls to an NCAA The Athletic Department in- Smith still lives in the record 61 wins and was ducted four new members Atlanta area and is employed named to the First Team All- into the KSU Athletic Hall by the Kimberly-Clark American. Bowen is second of Fame on March 24 in the Corporation. Several of his all-time in wins [35], innings KSU Center. The induction former teammates accompa- pitched [331.2], and strike- ceremony, which included nied him to the ceremony. outs [292]. He was accom- a formal dinner and comic Carlisle, who played for panied by his two children, relief from Athletic Director KSU from 1992-95, was and his wife, whom he met and Hall of Fame founder a three-time NAIA All- during his time at KSU. Dave Waples, welcomed bas- American before being “I’m not the biggest guy out ketball star Herman Smith, named an NCAA Div. II there,” Bowen said. “A lot softball infielder Tonya All-American in 1995. of schools didn’t want to Carlisle, baseball star Chris She led her team to back- give me a chance and I want Bowen and former registrar to-back Div. II National to thank Coach Sansing for Bill Hamrick. Championships and was giving me that opportunity.” Smith, who played for the named the 1995 Peach Belt Hamrick was the Registrar at Owls from 1986-90, was Athletic Conference Player KSU for 20 years beginning the first men’s basketball of the Year. Carlisle cur- in 1987. He was honored for player to be inducted into rently coaches softball for his work with student-ath- the Hall of Fame. After 18 Cherokee High School. letes as the university tran- years, Smith still holds the Softball coach, Scott sitioned from Div. II to Div. record as KSU’s all-time Whitlock, introduced Carlisle I, and for his continued dedi- leading scorer with 1,683 by saying, “I may coach soft- cation and support of KSU career points. Smith was ball for another 50 years but athletics. also the second member of I’ll never come closer to in- “I can’t emphasize how great the Owls’ 1,000 point club ducting a sibling than I am these four people are,” said and the first KSU player tonight. Waples. “Truly people [who] to lead the team in points In a teary-eyed acceptance are deserving of this award.” and rebounds in the same speech, Carlisle replied, “My Waples founded the KSU season. proudest moment was being Athletic Hall of Fame in “[Being inducted] is a great a part of the 1995 champion- 2002, and with the addition honor that really means a ship team. Thank you all.” of this year’s inductees, now lot to me,” Smith said. “I’m Bowen was one of the most has 27 members.

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Photo by Carl Zornes KSU softball team celebrates after the game. The Owls improved to 27-9 and 5-1 in conference play. CHAD SIMMONS catch to end the first, rolling over her head in Thursday STAFF WRITER the process. Owls pitcher Brittany Matthews Karaoke, $10 All-You-Can-Drink Bud Select, $7 Fish Bowls allowed only one run on five hits, the one run A groundout to second capped off a sweep coming from a 6th inning homerun from North Friday of North Florida in a doubleheader Sunday for Florida’s Heather Hyde. the KSU softball team. On a cold, overcast day Game two saw Angela Lopez on the mound Live Bands, $2.50 Long Necks w/ College ID, $2.50 Pints at Bailey Park the Owls picked up their 26th as she only allowed one run off of three hits, and 27th victories behind Brittany Matthews as North Florida hit a homerun in the first Saturday pitching and solid fielding, along with the help inning. Brittany Matthews came in for the save Karaoke, $2.50 Long Necks w/ College ID, $2.50 Pints of a few costly errors by the North Florida in the 4th inning and allowed no hits including Ospreys. an exciting triple play in the 6th inning after a Sunday On a day labeled as “Lexi’s Day”, honor- bunt was popped up from North Florida. KSU In the Industry Night, $10 All-You-Can-Drink Bud Light ing Lexi Kaiser, a five year old girl who suf- put some numbers on the scoreboard in the fers from cerebral palsy, the Owls won the first third inning off of two RBI doubles by Corri game in dramatic fashion. With the game tied Connally and Jessica Cross. With a 2-1 lead at one run a piece, shortstop Amanda Malcom in the top of the final seventh inning, North delivered the game winning single in the Florida grounded out to second as the Owls bottom of the seventh inning. There were some completed their second victory of the day. The 3365 Cherokee Street, Kennesaw, GA 30144, (678) 331-8470 great plays on the defensive side of the ball Owls are now 5-1 in the conference and 27-9 too. Sarah Hesterman made an exciting diving overall. www.myspace.com/bullfrogz The Page 12 • Kennesaw State University SENTINEL Tuesday, April 1, 2008 KSUADS.COM • KENNESAW STATE SENTINEL CLASSIFIEDS RATES: DEADLINE: TO PLACE YOUR AD: Read ‘em online, $9 for the first 250 characters (about Sunday midnight E.S.T. before the To place your order, visit: place ‘em online - 40 words), 2¢ per additional character. requested Tuesday publication. Allow www.KSUads.com. ksuads.com Pre-payment is required. more time if paying by check. Problems? Call 770-423-6470.

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