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It was a home debut for the Rams and Rambelles basketball teams at the Junell Center. With the crowd cheering loudly, both teams defeated Arlington Baptist College on Nov. 12. The women defeated the Lady Patriots 77-60. “We performed poorly all around,” senior guard Leah LeMaire said. “We did not execute the way we should have. Yes, we won but we should have easily blown that team out by 100 points. We will use this as a learning experience and get better.” The Rambelles played a big game against Abilene Christian on Nov. 14.
Alpha Chi honor society Tuesday inducted 68 new members from all academic disciplines. “I felt very honored to be inducted into this organization, and I can’t wait to get to know all of the students and professors,” junior Rachel Riggs said. Alpha Chi is just one of the honor societies on campus, Professor of Mathematics and Alpha Chi advisor Karl Havlak said. ASU got its first chapter of Alpha Chi in 1968. “My mother helps with Tarleton [State University’s] chapter of Alpha Chi,” Riggs said. “That was how I first heard about the organization and learned more about it.” Membership for the society is limited to juniors who rank in the top
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7.5 percent of their class and seniors who rank in the top 10 percent of their class, Havlak said. “[When I first found out that I was being inducted], I felt like I was being appreciated for caring about my grades,” junior Cheyenne Jackson said. Along with Jackson, junior Caitlin Bruns said she has her own personal goals for her maintaining good grades. “Knowing that my grades are in the top of the university is extra motivation to [continue to do my best],” Bruns said. Havlak said that different departments such as history and math have their own societies built for students studying those particular disciplines, but these two honor societies are open to all students. “I have been involved with Alpha Chi for the last 10 years, and I enjoy working with these students,” he said. “I was personally inducted in Alpha Chi when I went to ASU in 1989.” Alpha Chi was first established in 1922 and now has 300 chapters
throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico, according to alphachihonor.org. In addition to Alpha Chi, ASU also has a Phi Kappa Phi chapter, which was announced last year, according to a press release. “We just did our first induction of Phi Kappa Phi last week and inducted 108 students,” Havlak said. “Phi Kappa Phi is open to graduate students as well. It offers more scholarships to students.” Havlak said every spring, he takes students to the national convention, which will be hosted in St. Louis this year, allowing the students to speak and learn. “Alpha Chi members can go to the conference and deliver a 10-minute presentation,” Riggs said. “Going to the conference would be an awesome experience.” Jackson said she is looking forward to the national convention and is interested in other events Alpha Chi will participate in. “[The national convention] seems like a great opportunity to make connections and really network,” she said.
Veteran’s Vigil
Photos by Marsalis Mahome Above: Senior Ethan Anderson bows his head and prays along with other ROTC members during the Veteran’s Vigil. Top Right: Sophomore Danielle Sweatmon reads a short biography of a veteran. Bottom Right: Sophomore Cadet 3rd Class Gailen Hood marches during the ceremony.
ASU’s Air Force ROTC Detachment 847 recognized Veterans Day and honored the nation’s military veterans with a flag retreat ceremony and candlelight vigil Wednesday, Nov. 13, at the ASU flagpole and Memorial Oak Grove. Commander Lt. Col. Pedro Matos, Arnold Air Society Commandeer Cadet Lt. Col. Joshua Draper, and Retired U.S. Air Force Col. and Professor of Security Studies Dr. Robert Elhers were among many to speak at the vigil. ROTC cadets also shared ASU alumni veterans’ biographies. The vigil and readings ran until midnight.
AT&T Wireless Towers
Rambelles lost to West Texas A&M, 1-0, in the first round of the Lone Star Conference tournament Nov. 8. The team finished 11-5-2 overall and 7-2-1 in the LSC. This was their first time hosting the conference in ASU history.
AT&T has placed three wireless towers on top of the Porter Henderson Library to better help with signal strength across the campus. AT&T had approached ASU to see the towers on university property. AT&T was looking to expand its presence in the university, so it rented the space on top of the library to place towers. Signal quality has always been a big deal on campus, according to Technology Services. There are a number of complaints from those on campus regarding signal. (At the time of publication, there is not a date as to when the towers will go live.)
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Events Calendar Get involved on campus! Here’s what’s going on this week. Friday November 15 Civil War Lecture Series: Discussion with Dr. Lorien Foote (Texas A&M) beginning at 8 a.m. in the Nasworthy Suite UC 203-204. ASU Concert Chorale: “A Renaissance Madrigal Dinner” beginning at 6 p.m. at the Cactus Hotel. Residential Programs: Centennial Village’s Annual Casino Night from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Centennial Village.
Saturday November 16 Volleyball: ASU vs. Tarleton State University at noon in Stephenville. Football: ASU vs. University of Incarnate Word at 2 p.m. in San Antonio. ASU Concert Chorale: “A Renaissance Madrigal Dinner” beginning at 6 p.m. at the Cactus Hotel. Men’s Basketball: ASU vs. York College at 7 p.m. at the Junell Center.
Monday November 18 Last day for graduate students to schedule the Comprehensive Examination or Thesis Defense for December graduation. ALL DAY: Open registration begins for all new, returning and transfer students.
Tuesday November 19 International Education Week: Cultural Celebration and “Desserts from around the World” from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the UC lobby. UREC Pre-Trip Meeting for Ski/Snowboard at Breckenridge beginning at 5 p.m. in the CHP Conference Room. Women’s Basketball: ASU vs. Texas-Permian Basin at 7 p.m. in the Junell Center. Visual and Performing Arts: Wind Ensemble Concert at 7:30 p.m. in the ASU Auditorium.
Wednesday November 20 International Education Week: French Breakfast hosted by the ASU French Club at 7 a.m. in the Food Service Center. Native American Celebration from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the UC Central Spine. Healthy College Livin’: Learn how to live life to its fullest and longest from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Plaza Verde.
Thursday November 21 ALL DAY: Volleyball vs. Lone Star Conference. Arts at ASU Holiday Dinner Theatre: “It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play” beginning at 7 p.m. in the ASU Modular Theatre.
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Alpha Chi Induction Members Congratulations to the 68 members who were inducted into Alpha Chi. Abilene: Brianna Gathright Ballinger: Travis Holle Beasley: Kelsey Merritt Belton: Ashlie Francis Bertram: Sherri Chasteen and Graciela Suarez
Big Spring: Lacy McMurtrey Borger: Keshia Parker Clyde: David Butler Colorado City: Christopher Madrid Comanche: Kayla Bufe Cooper: Sarah Ruzicka De Leon: Rachel Riggs Del Valle: Sam Bell Eden: Jared Capps and Cheyenne Jackson Eola: Rachel Fuchs Granger: Kendra Whittley Gyeonggi-do, South Korea: Seohyun Kwak
Happy: Kaitlyn MaCarley Kumasi, Ghana: Richard Amoateng Mansfield: Ashley Bartholomew Marion: Kimberly Rennspies Melvin: Nancy Paramo Miles: Caden Glass and Abbey Hicks
Mineral Wills: William Baker Pampa: Kailyn Troxell Red Wing, Minn: David Goggin Richmond: Sarah Sands Robert Lee: Holly Murray San Angelo: Shaun Boddie, Kristin Bur
row, Caitlin Caffey, Dana Campbell, Allyson Cook-Lindsay, Jessica Garrido, Alyssa Giles, Sarah Guerrrero, Hunter Haby, Gabrielle Haynes, Ashley Jones, Brandon Keeler, Alyssa Lewis, Joshua McGuire, Mason McGurie, Dylan Meador, Alexis Mobley, Stuart Redding, Walter Reed, Stacy Ren, Tabitha Rivera, Misty Siler, Braden Weinmann, Vanessa Wester, Falon Williams, Caitlin Wylie and Sierra Young. Sanderson: Darren Seidel Sanger: Alexander Smith Springtown: Katlynn Cox Sterling City: Whitney Myrick Talpa: Lisa Dees Wall: Sayde Hirt Weatherford: Cecelia Miller Winters: Sarah Lara Yorktown: Caitlin Bruns
Students celebrate with African Student Association ASA events held to celebrate different cultures Adriana Ibarra Staff Writer The African Students Association (ASA) held its first block party Nov. 7 at the Super Slab in front of Roscoe’s Den. “The goal of this block party was to attract students to come and learn more about what the ASA is and what we,” ASA President Samone Foster said. ASA teaches students about the African cultures with different events throughout the year, Foster said. “The event ‘Back to my Roots’ [is one of the events that] celebrates African culture and it will be held in February,” she said. “The student body is always welcome to attend these events to broaden their horizons.” At the block party students made his or her own bandanas with supplies provided by the ASA, and dinner was free for students, Foster said. “Members from both AMAS and ASA performed dance numbers for those attending to watch and for
Photo Courtesy of Isaac Gonzalez Students wait in line to get their free food while at the ASA block party.
students to see the fun that these organizations have,” Foster said. AMAS attended the block party in support of ASA to show the student body how culturally wellrounded ASA is and that one does not need to be African American to join, Foster said. “It’s great to see so many students coming to have a good time and learn about the ASA,” she said. This organization frequently participates in community service projects and promotes family values, Foster said.
“ASA interacts with people from different backgrounds everyday, and that has taught me how to be a better communicator,” senior Michael Connor said. Sophomore and fundraising chair Kaneisha Jones said ASA members are very close and like a family. “Many of us live on campus and away from our families, so it is important to have friends you can depend on when going through tough times, which is why we are such a tight-knit group,” Foster said.
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Photos by Adam Sauceda
Left: Josh Grider performs for the ASU community at the final Ram Jam of the season. Above: The Angelettes perform their routine during halftime at the Military Appreciation and Senior Day football game Saturday, Nov. 9. Right: Senior Chaney Collins cheers on the Rams to victory.
Ram Jam
The Rams won their last home game of the season Saturday, Nov. 9. Since the game was Military Appreciation day, some alumni participated by playing with the band before kickoff.
Holiday Dinner Theatre goes live Theatre show will bring original story to stage Adriana Ibarra Staff Writer The Holiday Dinner Theatre will feature the classic play “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play” Nov. 21 to 24 and Dec. 5 to 7. Those who attend will have a chance to enjoy dinner while watching the live play. “For our Holiday Dinner Theatre, we look for plays that are family-friendly and try to tie it into the season,” said Mike Burnett, assistant professor and assistant director of University Theatre. The show “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play” will bring students a fun escape from the stress of the end of the semester, sophomore and actor Cameron O’Briant said. Students can enjoy a familiar story many people know and love. “In the ‘40s, radio shows were broadcast live and had live audiences,” Burnett said. “For this show, we wanted to recreate a more authentic feel for the audience.” This is a different kind of show from what the students have done in the past, he said. Unlike most plays, the actors will stay on stage
and go to another microphone for each individual character instead of leaving the stage to change into a different character’s outfit, Burnett said. “The cast of this play has been very dedicated,” Burnett said. “Because the scripts will be on stage with the actors, they will have had more time to dedicate to getting into character, which will translate well to the audience.” One unique aspect of the show is that the sound operators will be on stage, and the audience will get to see which sound comes from which object or mechanism, O’Briant said. “The sound effects are going to be live, and there will be a live band,” senior Elizabeth Holland said. “It’s going to be interesting to watch and experience.” Working with the sound operators is different and fun because the actors normally don’t get the chance to work with them on stage, O’Briant said. “It’s neat to see how sound effects were done with radio, and all the different ways to make the sounds are interesting,” he said. The show is very promising and will be interesting to be a part of, Burnett said. It’s different and brings about a great opportunity for students to enjoy a beloved story. Dinner begins at 6:45. Tickets are on sale for $12.50 for ASU students, $15 for non-ASU students and Arts at ASU subscribers, and $20, for general admission.
MOVIE REVIEW:
Why wait 14 years for a sequel? But I’ll take it!
Mariah Powell Editor
I never saw it coming and I am sure no one else did... The Best Man Holiday, a sequel to The Best Man. The Best Man was released in October of 1999. It is a romantic comedy-drama, telling the story of college friends getting together to have a good time and celebrate before a wedding. The wedding weekend is destroyed by a copy of the best man’s autobiographical novel which he calls a ‘fictional experience’ but reveals all from their college years. Harper, the protagonist and best man, feels secure about the weekend because his book has not yet been released, but quick-
ly discovers that a copy is floating around the friend circle. All of the darkest secrets come flooding out, concerning who slept with who, which friend betrayed which; things get ugly. After a 14 year period, a sequel appears Nov. 15. I am anxious to see what William D. Lee, writer and director, has come up with. The cast is the same (Taye Diggs, Terrence Howard, Sanaa Lathan and Nia Long and many more) and was a great one to begin with. Since I found out about it in March I have been awaiting this release. I could not have asked for a better way to start my holiday season.
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Who has the right of way? Pedestrians vs. Carts Have you ever been walking from class to class, minding your own business, and then all of a sudden you see a beige-colored golf cart zipping past you, swerving in and out around the students? If you thought yes then this a problem that many students are experiencing. There are golf carts driving up and down the “mall” all throughtout the day going from building to building working on different projects. We all have to get to our destination but is it necessary to speed past all the students? As students ourselves, we take a stand against the unsafe driving done by these carts. So we ask you, who has the right of way? It’s easy to say, you will see very few students on campus walking up the “mall” without headphones. This poses a threat to students because, those driving the carts might not notice students are wearing headphones and just rush by them, knocking students over or hitting them. It is understood that these carts need to get from place to place but it doesn’t make it okay from them to hurry and speed along the mall just to get to either side of campus before the cross light changes. Not all cart drivers are the same. There are some who offer rides to students or politely wait for an opening in between students to continue along. But then there are other drivers who won’t mind honking at the students, indicating they are in the way. The walkways are meant for the students and not for the gentlemen in carts. It is called a “walkway,” after all. Between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. there is a large amount of the student population trying to get from class to class. That causes enough traffic on the walkways, not to mention people riding bikes and skateboarding. You might take the wrong step one day and then find
What is your experience with the golf carts on campus?
yourself with an injury. Accidents happen and sometimes it is not always the golf carts’ fault. Some students are too busy paying attention to their phones while walking to class and they don’t look up to see if they are about to run into something. The most frightening part about these situations is that the person doesn’t notice he or she is putting him or herself in danger by not watching the carts. Not paying attention to your surroundings is also harmful when it rains. After it rains the pebblelike pavement gets slippery. Combine slippery pavement and a need to walk faster because a vehicle is behind you and you’re just asking for a rolled ankle. There is a current university policy on carts. It states: “all electric or gas-powered carts and/or similar utility type vehicles, hereafter ‘carts,’ operated by students, faculty, staff, visitors, and contractors/vendors must be utilized in a safe manner. Failure to follow these procedures or follow the rules of the road for the State of Texas could result in suspension of an operator’s cart driving privileges.” There are also eligibility requirements that drivers must meet in order to operate the vehicle. These people know right from wrong, but sometimes they can be in a rush and not be as cautious as normal. Not only can these drives pay better attention to when students are walking and vice versa, but a city ordinance was discussed Tuesday Nov. 5 to allow golf carts to ride on the streets. The city council meeting notes stated: “An Ordinance of the City of San Angelo, Texas, Amending Chapter 10, Traffic Control of the San Angelo Code of Ordinances, by adding Article 10.1700, Operation of a Golf Cart on Public Streets; Regulating the Operation of Golf Carts on Public Streets; Providing for a Penalty for the Violation
“They tend to be in the way of students walking, they are used by officials and they need to get to places.”
Joey Prien
Freshman
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“I like them, and I once got a ride from them.”
Martha Abila Sophomore
of this Ordinance; Providing for Repealing, Savings and Severability Clauses; and Providing for an Effective Date of this Ordinance.” If passed, this ordinance could minimize the traffic on campus and prevent future accidents from happening. Students have to follow their class schedule and the golf carts seem to be posing a problem. There should be stricter laws on golf carts and the fact that a majority of the carts speed. It is not okay for cars to speed in the streets, but does that mean it is okay for the golf carts to go fast? There are different opinions on the golf carts but no one wants to get run over or hurt by these carts. As students we can do our part to stay safe and the golf cart drivers can stand by the university rules making the campus a safe place.
“They’re careful not to hit you.”
“I don’t have a problem with them; I hear them and I get out of the way.”
Carmela Booker Senior
Dylan Bagnall Freshman
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“Usually I just listen for them to come by me and run me over.”
Lanie Robinson
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Rams win last home game; look to continue streak Team hopes to end season on a ‘high note’ Mariah Powell Editor The Rams are prepared to play their final game of the season against Incarnate Word on Nov. 16. Sophomore defensive end Austin Sparks said the team will come out and put everything together as they did last week. “We look forward to beating a Division I school and it would be a good way to send the seniors off,” he said. “Sending them off on a high note has always been our goal, so we hope that we can do that on Saturday.” After defeating Texas A&M University-Kingsville, 49-28, in their final home game, the Rams stand 2-4 conference and 4-6 overall. “We played very well this past weekend,” Head Coach Will Wagner said. “It was really exciting to send our seniors out with one more home win. We improve each week, and that showed on Saturday.” Thirteen seniors were honored at this home game. “It was really touching because I
transferred here from a junior college so I feel like a came a long way,” senior center Isi Cocker said. “It means a lot to us equally, those who came in as freshman and transfers like me, this will be the last game of our college career, so this game is a big deal for us.” He said the team executed on both sides of the ball during the game against Texas A&M University-Kingsville. “We were watching film and we realized that teams evolve: you never know what to expect in the next five minutes, so we are going to come out swinging and hope for the best,” he said. “The ball hasn’t always bounced our way, but everyone understands that the game is bigger than individuals, and I have a feeling that we can do great against Incarnate Word.” Wagner said ending the season with Incarnate Word will be a test for the Rams. “They are undefeated in home games this season, so we will have to play at the level we played this past weekend to have a chance against them,” Wagner said. “A win would be a great way to end the season for the entire team, and winning three games in a row would hopefully help us gain momentum going into off-season for next year.”
Photos by Adam Sauceda Rams came out strong Nov. 9 on both sides of the ball, senior Isi Cocker said. They defeated Texas A&M-Kingsville 49-28. Coach Wagner said the game was one of the team’s best of the season. Rams take on Incarnate Word on Nov. 16 as their final game of the season.
Cross country:
Three runners finish in top 75
Three Rams went to Canyon, Texas, for the South Central Regional Championships on Nov. 9. The meet took place at The Range, West Texas A&M’s new 10 K course. Jamin Goecker led the way for the Rams in 33rd place with 31:09, averaging 5:06 per mile. This was his third time competing in the NCAA South Central Regional Meet. Tomas Callejas and Graham Hazlewood finished in 71st and 72nd place with 33:06 and 33:09. Cross country will have a break until training for the 2014 track and field season.
Photos by Adam Sauceda Above: Senior Jermie Calhoun shares a kiss with his fiancée during the ceremony honoring 13 senior Rams on Nov. 9.
‘Belles hit the road for final LSC win The team looks to polish off its regular season with a win against Tarleton State on Nov. 16. The Rambelles are 21-7 overall and 11-4 in Lone Star Conference play.
Nov. 8: West Texas A&M L 0-3 Nov. 9: Eastern New Mexico W 3-0 Nov. 13: Incarnate Word W 3-0
Photo by Marsalis Mahome Above: Sophomore Kailyn Troxell and freshman Zoey Hanaharan stand on the sideline waiting for the verdict of a call made by referees Nov. 1. Left: ‘Belles show off their defensive skills in their game against Texas A&M-Kingsville.
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Teams to face tough non-conference matches cont. from pg. 1
“It was not our best work at all,” senior forward Rochelle Norris said. “We know what we are capable of doing and that was far from it. Our defense has to come together and we have to focus and communicate better if we want to win.” Head Coach Cayla Petree said this was the first game that every player was able to be a part of. “We did a good job defensively, and it was good because everyone was able to get playing time,” she said. “We had a lot of balance and minutes for the whole team. We had a few more turnovers than we normally would like to have, but that is expected when we have new people in the rotation.” The team was excited to have three players come join the game from injuries, Petree said. Those players are needed go-
ing into their exhibition game against Abilene Christian. “Tonight’s game was about working on our man-to-man defense and rebounding because that is what we needed work on,” Petree said. “Abilene is a really good team, and their style of play is similar to ours, so it will be good to play a team who will be up-tempo.” Junior forward Hillari Adam finished the home game with 22 points. Senior guard/forward Kenny Williams scored 21 for the Rams and was named Suddenlink Player of the Game and Lone Star Conference Player of the Week. The Rams won 78-49. “I was nervous, but I have to give the credit to all my teammates because they made it possible for me to come out here and step up,” freshman guard Chantz Chambers said. “The referees were calling bad
p.m. in the Junell Center. “York is said to be a good team, but if we execute our offense and play defense like we did tonight, anything is possible,” Chambers said. Junior guard Daniel Skinner said the crowd made their first home game a success. “The atmosphere kept me going and helped me feel at Photo by Marsalis Mahome home,” he said. “We Tatiana Haynes plays her first game of the have to limit our turnseason Nov. 12 after her preseason injury. overs and fouls and stop letting teams calls on both sides and we just score as much as we did.” had to adjust to the calls and Head Coach Chris Beard keep up with the ball. We did said he is proud of his team and everything the coach told us to looks forward to more success. do and came out on top.” “I know they were really anxThe Rams will play Nebras- ious and wanted to play well ka’s York College on Nov. 16 at 7 the first home game of the sea-
son,” he said. “In the beginning, offensively, we were trying too hard, and after we calmed down we ended up playing a pretty good basketball game.” Beard said the Rams want to prove that they are a defensive team. “If you are going to win championships in conference basketball, you have to defend,” he said. “Offense may be there one night and may be off another night, but defense has to be the staple for it all. We have a long way to go, but I was pleased with our defensive effort tonight.” Both teams appreciated the crowd turnout for opening night. “We are excited at the challenge to play a really good team and hopefully the same crowd plus more can come out on Saturday to support the Rams,” Beard said.
Photo by Adriana Ibarra Tommy Woolridge Jr. runs the ball against Arlington Baptist University. The Rams will take on York College Saturday, Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. in the Junell Center.
Photo by Marsalis Mahome Junior forward Karli Kellermeier was named LSC Defensive Player of the Week. Per game she has eight rebounds and an average of 3 steals so far this season.