Jacksonville State University JSU Digital Commons Chanticleer Historical Newspapers 2014-09-18 Chanticleer | September 18, 2014 Jacksonville State University Follow this and additional works at: https://digitalcommons.jsu.edu/lib_ac_chanty Recommended Citation Jacksonville State University, "Chanticleer | September 18, 2014" (2014). Chanticleer. 1646. https://digitalcommons.jsu.edu/lib_ac_chanty/1646 This Book is brought to you for free and open access by the Historical Newspapers at JSU Digital Commons. It has been accepted for inclusion in Chanticleer by an authorized administrator of JSU Digital Commons. For more information, please contact [email protected]. IN THIS ISSUE: Upcoming car & bike show Jacksonville State University’s Student-Published The Newspaper since 1934 Chanticleer WEATHER: High 82, Low 60, Partly cloudy Thursday, September 18, 2014 2014 Elite Honors Scholars When in Rome Katie Cline Staff Writer presented to President Do you dream of far off places? Or gladi- ator battles? Would you like to see the world Megan Wise range of courses, as rority and fraternity Although directed and maybe even get some college credit Staff Writer well as help students systems, the Honors at the freshman, his along the way? You have the perfect op- fulfill their potential Program Elites have words of advice rang portunity to do just that and more next May. This Tuesday on in their chosen fields. adopted a tradition of true for all current stu- In conglomeration with Georgia State, JSU’s the 11th floor of the Every year, eight in- “links” to help new dents at Jacksonville history department is preparing for their fifth Houston Cole Library coming freshman are members settle into State University. “Edu- trip to Rome, Italy as part of a study abroad the 2014 Elite Honors selected and awarded college life and guide cation is not a vitamin opportunity offered during the May term. Dr. Scholars were officially the prestigious Elite them throughout their we can take, but rather Donald Prudlo of the history department will be introduced into the pro- Honors Scholarship. time settling into JSU. something to be exer- one of the professors going on this year’s trip. gram and presented be- Spirits were high Each new Elite Scholar cised, and should be “There’s no better classroom for a history fore President Meehan. as each new addi- found out with whom treated as a lifetime professor than where it happened,” says Prud- Here at JSU, the tion was called for- they had been “linked” practice,” Meehan ad- lo. “When you see where history happened, Honors Program helps ward and presented on Tuesday night. vised each of the Elites. it brings it home in a way that isn’t possible provide academically before family and Before the presenta- “The dream is here,” in a classroom.” Dr. Paul Beezley and Dr. Joe gifted students with an staff into the program tion of the Elites, both Whitton stated with Delap will also accompany students on this trip. enriched educational amongst their peers. President Meehan confidence during his The trip, which is tentatively scheduled for experience in a diverse Much like the so- and Dr. Steven Whit- address to the group. May 5-26, 2015, will cost $2900 per student ton spoke on what it Having once been the and include their hotel room (complete with means to be an Elite director over the Hon- air conditioning, private bathrooms and Wi- Scholar at Jackson- ors Program, his love Fi), transportation throughout Rome, entrance ville State University. for these students in- fees to all attractions, and three group meals. It was evident to see volved shone as he Students will be responsible for their airfare the pride that is asso- pointed out how the costs, JSU May tuition, all other meals, and any ciated with this pro- program has flour- miscellaneous purchases they wish to make. gram from the faculty ished over the last year. Monday through Friday, students will be as President Meehan This year, over 300 touring some of the most iconic places in praised the incoming students are active- Rome, including St. Peter’s Basilica, the and current members ly involved within Pantheon, and the legendary Coliseum. Af- of the Elite Honors for the Honors Pro- ter a generous lunch break during which stu- dents can sample a literal “taste of Italy”, Megan Wise/The Chanticleer their hard work, long gram, which is 25% they will reconvene for an afternoon class hours and continua- more than last year. taught by Dr. Delap. Trips to the medieval The 2014 Elite Honors Scholars. FROM LEFT TO tion of good habits When describing the RIGHT: Jennie Tanner, Krista McNutt, John Mackey, and practices that had town of Orvieto as well as Florence, home Kendall Gulledge, Sawyer McKay, Bailey Heflin, Peter Abney, and Katie Cline brought them all here. See ELITES, page 2 See ROME, page 2 Sweater weather: stay warm, stay healthy Vallean Jackson many objects and areas that are easy to pick up germs. Staff Writer Number two: change toothbrushes of- ten after having a cold or flu to elimi- With the recent outbreaks of sickness in the nate the germs from possibly reoccurring. nation as well as on our very own campus, the Number three: wear socks need for wellness and health is no longer optional. to keep fungi from entering. As the transition of seasons progresses, it is wise Number four: make sure to get plen- to remember that not only is fall and winter known ty of vitamin D. Exposure to the sun is as football season but cold and flu season as well. a great way to get a dose of vitamin D. Football season is on the radar, but with Number five: drink plenty of fluids to avoid football comes the changes in the weather. dehydration because if the body is not hydrat- The hot temperatures begin to decrease and ed, it leaves the immune system vulnerable. the wind kicks up irritants in the air. Sea- Number six: be sure to get flu shots and check to sons switch from summer sun to fall leaves, see if all immunization shots and vaccines are up- which causes a stir in many immune systems. to-date. This advice is recommended from a vari- There is no need to attend the “game of the week” ety of websites and strongly advised by doctors. with a stuffy nose and a hacking cough. though. Number seven: fill up on fiber to help reduce Germs are easily spread and can quickly attack the inflammation and strengthen the immune system. immune system if certain precautions are not taken. Number eight: avoid stress, as it also makes Dorothy Foltz Gray of Parent Magazine the body vulnerable when the right amount of from parents.com gives tips on how to stay sleep or nutrition is not obtained. As difficult well during the upcoming seasonal chang- as it may seem to do when the semester assign- es. These tips may be helpful to eliminate the ments are piling on and exams are near, try to need to purchase NyQuil and throat lozenges. save some time in your schedule for relaxation. These nine tips are reminders to keep in mind as Number nine: keep moving and exercis- the temperatures drop below the usual eighty and ing to burn calories and keep muscles active. ninety degrees we become accustomed to having. These nine tips are not one hundred percent af- Alex McFry/The Chanticleer Number one: it is very important to wash your fective, but they are vital when it comes to keeping While tissues might be a must, things like DayQuil hands frequently. The hands come in contact with See SWEATER, page 2 can be avoided with a few precautions. The Chanticleer September 18, 2014 2 ELITE, from page 1 role the Elites play within the Honors Pro- Yellow bus revival, first tailgate at Dillion Field gram, Meehan regarded them as the very a Cocky t-shirt from the book- foundation. “They are actively molding the store. The first twenty visitors get program for future scholars,” Meehan noted. theirs free of charge, and every- As well as being academic role models one after will receive a discount. within the school, the program also encour- Saturday marks the first tail- ages active volunteer work. From collecting gate of the season at Dillon Field shoes for local charities to raising money for with the theme, “Throwback the Relay for Life, the Elite Honors members Tigers!” encouraging tailgaters to have certainly given back to the commu- honor a decade of choice, bring- nity in a way that should not be overlooked. ing a heavy dose of nostalgia After much anticipation, “links” were to go with the game day rush. announced and the class of 2018’s Elite Next Thursday at 7:00 p.m. the Honors Scholars were presented. A re- Alumni House will be hosting a ception for the freshmen Elites and their Latin Dance. Promises of mu- parents followed after the presentation. sic, dancing, and an opportunity For more information on enrollment in John Sterling/The Chanticleer to learn about another culture the honors program, go to http://www.jsu. and have a great time doing it. edu/cas/honors or contact Ms. Janet Whit- Students from organizations across campus meet to discuss each group’s On October 11th, Sigma Nu events and activities. more, the Honors Program Coordinator, at will be hosting a car show down the Honors House across from Stone Center. day and Friday nights, as well as at the Alumni House. Running John Sterling certain Saturdays, the bus will from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., there ROME, from page 1 Staff Writer have scheduled stops at several will be various prizes raffled and a night hot spots such as Broth- performance by Lindsay Hinkle, of the Italian Renaissance, are also planned.