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P O L I C E B E AT

All reports are provided by the College of Coastal Georgia Police Department.

September 9: Officer on routine patrol in the area of the Student Activity Center discovered that two bicycles had been from the bike rack at the rear of the building.

Incident is under Investigation.

September 12: Officers issued a trespass warning to a male visitor in the Campus Center.

September 12: Officers investigated information about a male student in Lakeside Village who was creating fraudulent ID’s. The student was identified, the property seized, and the investigation continues.

September 13: Officer on routine patrol at the Coastal Place Apartments smelled an odor of burning marijuana and investigated. It was discovered that occupants of an apartment had been smoking marijuana. The students involved were charged and the incident is still being investigated.

September 14: Officers responded to

Coastal Place Apartments in reference to a dispute between a male resident and female visitor. The visitor had left the scene prior to the Officers arrival.

September 16: Officers observed an intoxicated underage male student at a campus event. After the investigation concluded, the student was charged judicially.

September 18: A male visitor who had been issued a trespass warning

by CCGA Police on 9/12/14 was arrested in the Campus Center on an outstanding warrant.

September 22: Officers investigated multiple theft reports for office and work areas in the Admissions Office.

The suspect (a visitor to campus) was identified the following day, and was found to be incarcerated in another jurisdiction. Arrest warrants were taken out, and the suspect is currently awaiting extradition from Wayne County.

September 23: Officers investigated a minor traffic accident in the Coffin

parking Lot. September 25: Officers responded to the Library for a reported theft of a bicycle. It was determined that the victim did not have the bicycle locked at the time of the theft.

This incident is under investigation.

September 25: Officers responded to Library for a dispute/civil matter between a student and a visitor.

September 28: Officers investigated a minor traffic accident in the Lakeside Village Parking Lot.

Inside the Nest

Editorial Department:

Editor in chief................ Drew Miller editorinchief@ccga.edu COPY EDITOR ............ Alvin Fernando copyeditor@ccga.edu WEB EDITOR ................... Kara Neisen webeditor@ccga.edu SPOrts EDItor .... Garrett Dutton sportseditor@ccga.edu Ad Manager ......... Cali Bartholomew admanager@ccga.edu ADVISOR ...................... Andrew Smith asmith@ccga.edu

Staff Writers & Contributors: Jackson Landow Na’Chanelle Brown C. Garrett. Dutton Kenneth Kagika Drew Miller Loren Jolley Alaric Shearer Roy Dixon Danielle Strickland

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Position: Editor in Chief Year/ Major: Jr/American Studies Hometown: San Pedro, Calif.

Drew transferred to CCGA in order to earn his B.A. in American Studies with emphasis on Cultural Studies and Communication whilst being a proud member of The Crow’s Nest. His hobbies off campus are music production, kayaking, and long walks down the beach. Through his position, Drew intends to help build a stronger vessel for communication in the college community by helping fellow newspaper contributors find topics of interest that are applicable and interesting to CCGA students.

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We Are All Michael Brown

By Na’Chanelle Brown Staff Writer

Coastal Georgia hosted its first discussion in a new series called “Let’s Talk, Coastal,” on Tuesday September 23. The kickoff event focused on the recent fatal shooting of Michael Brown by police officer Darren Wilson in Ferguson, Mo. An involved audience accompanied an experienced panel of six faculty and staff members as questions and answers were exchanged.

The discussion began with focus on how police and community groups can familiarize with one another in an effort to establish trust in the community before negative incidents occur. “Instead of looking to arrest people, we want to get out and talk to people, ask them what the problems are,” said Lt. Johnny Davis, Assistant Chief of Campus Police.

Dr. Kimberly Mannahan, Assistant Professor of Psychology, said all people can eliminate prejudices by “coming together to work towards a common goal.”

The majority of the panelists agreed on controversial matters such as police staff creating more of a representative bureaucracy. As Mary Wickersham, Assistant Director of Public Affairs, offered, “Who you hire should look like who you serve.”

Linell Bailey, Assistant Coordinator of Academic

Services, supported his case by creating powerful visuals with his personal stories of when he felt discriminated against by police; an incident he claims to this day makes him very leery.

A pivotal moment in the discussion occurred when one of our very own professors shared his experiences with racism and segregation growing up. Dr. T. David Reese challenged the audience and panel to realize that change cannot happen externally until we, as Americans, reconstruct internally.

The discussion was visited by a CCGA alumna who graduated twenty years ago. She made compelling remarks on the revolutionary change of multicultural relations within this institution.

“Wow,” she continuously exclaimed, “…what did you guys do?”

In a closing interview, Dr. Mannahan shared her views on how society moves forward from the Michael Brown incident.

“We need to have discussions like we had today to bring light to the issue,” she said. “This is happening, it’s not an isolated event. These things have been happening for a long time and we need to figure out why.

“I think events like the discussion we had today bring people together. A lot of people shared their personal experiences and hearing that is what helps people become more empathetic and compassionate.”

This was the first of many discussion panels that

are intended to evoke thought and awareness within each attendee. The student body, faculty, and staff are encouraged to get involved with “Let’s Talk, Coastal.”

We all owe ourselves the opportunity to become part of movement that promotes critical thinking, healthy conversation, and collaboration across campus.

If you have to something to say on this topic, tweet us at @CCGA_CrowsNest with your feedback.

Glynn County Health Department Family Planning and Women’s Services Patients: Our Family Planning Program is changing.

What’s changing?

All patients seeking Family Planning services, including birth control, are asked to bring a photo ID and Family Planning patients over the age of 19 should bring proof of income to their next visit.

We’ve added some low cost fees for services and those fees will be based on income or lack of income.

Why?

What hasn’t changed?

The Glynn County Health Department is committed to providing high quality Family Planning services in an atmosphere of caring and respect.

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Professor Tony Wege mediates a panel of six at “Let’s, Talk Coastal”. Photo By Alvin Fernando.

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For more information on what’s new about our Family Planning Program, call the Glynn County Health Department at 912-264-3961 or go to www.gachd.org/glynn.

CAMPUS NEWS ROCKETING

How fast is your zombie?

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Kickin’ it with Ken!

On Friday, September 5, Overboard Entertainment hosted a foam dance party on the lawn in front of the SAC building.

On a scale of “rocketing” to “sluggish,” here is where the speedy zombies of “World War Z,” the movie, fit in with the undead of yore.

“World War Z” Movie, 2013 Faster ...

Sensitive to sound, swift, move in effortless flowing packs, like ants; fond of gnashing teeth

“I Am Legend” Movie, 2007

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... slower

SPRINTING “Zombieland” Movie, 2009

“Dawn of the Dead” Movie remake, 2004

“28 Days Later” Movie, 2002

“Resident Evil: Retribution” Movie, 2012

Sprinters; twitchy, frantic; infected with “rage virus,” a.k.a., zombie cocaine

“Return of the Living Dead” Movie, 1985

“Resident Evil” Movie, 2002

“The Evil Dead” Movie, 2013

“Plants vs. Zombies” Video game, 2009

TROTTING Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” Music video, 1983

“Walking Dead” TV series, 2010 — current Perpetually angry, hungry; relatively smart problem solvers; getting faster

Trudgers, long dead, advanced stage of decay, nimble dancers

“Resident Evil” Video game 1996

“White Zombie” Movie, 1932

AMBLING “The Evil Dead” Movie, 1981 “Dawn of the Dead” 1978

“Walking Dead” Comic book, 2003 — current

“Herbert West — Reanimator” H.P. Lovecraft short story, 1921

“Shaun of the Dead” Movie, 2004

SLUGGISH “I Walked With a Zombie” Movie, 1943 “Night of the Living Dead” Movie, 1968 Stiff, easy to outrun, zoned-out (but persistent)

“World War Z” Book, 2006

Older zombie examples ...

... newer zombie examples

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Graphic: Chris Borrelli, Rick Tuma, Chicago Tribune

© 2013 MCT

Kenneth Kagika Featured at this event were a foam pit, an inflatable slide, and a local DJ. The event lasted from 1 to 5 p.m. and was free to all CCGA students. According to Overboard Entertainment, the event was a success and there are already talks about having another foam party in the near future. As always, they are open to student recommendations for events. For a follow up on more potential events, or if you want to suggest your own ideas, Overboard Entertainment meets every Wednesday at 4 p.m. in the Stembler Theatre.

In addition to the the recent foam party, The Zombie Apocalypse will be held on campus October 6. The Urban Gaming Club will be hosting a four-day long Zombies versus Humans event. A secretly infected participant will begin transmitting the Z-Virus to unknowing humans, converting as many living to the undead as possible. The object of the game is to survive the week whilst maintaining your human or zombie status. Zombies will infect participants by all means necessary, so humans are allowed to use “dangerous” weaponry in the game including Nerf guns and rolled up socks. Overboard Entertainment will be hosting “missions,” such as a night of karaoke that will grant the participant’s invincibility the following day. The event will be lasting from October 6 through the 10.

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Lifestyle

Off the Beaten Path There are many treasures left behind to remind us of the times that were shared, and they are just waiting for you to discover them. Seek out any of these attractions to find activities that are out of the realm of normality.

1. Frederica Park - St. Simons Island, Ga. Frederica Park may appear to be an endless meadow, but do not let first impressions fool you. Venture beyond the dog park, playground, and vast soccer field to discover hidden treasures in the realm of the mysterious, including proof of the existence of fairies.

Frederica Park Fairy Homes

Frederica Park Soccer Field

2. Historic City of Darien Darien, Ga is a beautiful historic town worth exploring if you are up for a little adventure. Swing by the old jailhouse turned art museum to check out some local artistic flare. If you are feeling extra spontaneous, consider taking a pottery class. Hungry? Eat at the Purple Pickle for satisfying Southern fare hosted in a unique setting.

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Purple Pickle Restaurant

Darien Jailhouse

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3. Fun Town Roller Rink – Brunswick, Ga. A skate date with a group of friends is the perfect way to spend your Saturday night. Whether you are a professional, or it is your first time on the floor, a fun night full of games, lights, and good laughs is a guarantee here.

4. Jesup Drive-In Theatre - Jesup, Ga. Pick a parking spot and get prepared to “see the stars under the stars.” You owe yourself a night at the drive-in. Watching a movie from the comfort of your own car is something that everyone needs to try at least once. The theatre screens double features every Thursday - Sunday after sundown.

5. Jekyll Island Amphitheater- Jekyll Island, Ga. The old days of theatre in Jekyll Island have faded away, leaving only ruins for us to explore in its absence. Locating the remains may be quite difficult, but is quite rewarding when you find what is left of this wonderful amphitheater.

Also, hike up the hill from St. Andrews picnic area to ride the infamous rope swing. Climb up the live oak, grab the rope and unleash your inner Tarzan.

Jekyll Island Ampitheater

Fun Town Roller Rink

Jesup Drive-In Theater

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CAMPUS NEWS

Students Provide Tips for Success

By Roy Dixon Crow’s Nest Contributor College coursework is as challenging as it is overwhelming.

Throughout the semester, you will find yourself drowning in the depths of your studies if you do not stay afloat in your schoolwork. The intent of this article is to help you thrive in even the most difficult of classes.

The first student interviewed was Tom Dewitt, a senior Pure Mathematics major. Tom can be witnessed studying anywhere and everywhere he treads.

Tom had several tips to give me in order to help us all with our studies.

1. Take exhaustive and thorough notes.

2. Begin studying weeks ahead of the test.

3. Study each day, regardless of any upcoming tasks.

4. Discipline is the key to developing a rigid study habit.

5. Take breaks and relieve your stress in healthy ways.

such as The Attic and tutors available in the library. Here is what Shawn had to offer: 1. Read Ahead.

2. Seek Help. Go to The Attic. Use Tutor.com. Use on Campus tutors.

3. Create a schedule. Time Management is crucial.

4. Do not limit yourself to pure academia (join clubs, relax) 5. Devote two to four hours to each class, outside of the classroom.

College can be a chaotic journey, but it does not have to be. The sooner you find a solid study plan, the quicker you will be allowed to enjoy the ride. College exists so we can learn discipline, frugality, and the art of being more concise. There are many ways to survive difficult courses in college it is up to you to piece together the best plan and make it work. Quit slackin’ and make it happen.

The second student interviewed is Kat Kelly, a sophomore Biology major. Kat is known for her ability to pass difficult courses through her exemplary and rigorous study habits.

Kat may study for 12 hours straight if necessary. Kat explained that the best thing one can do is record lectures and replay them while studying. Here are some of her tips: 1. Record lectures and listen to them while studying.

2. Immerse yourself in your studies.

3. Seek to actually understand the material.

4. Use flash cards to help better memorize material.

5. Find a quiet place to study.

The final interviewee is a tutor named Shawn Boatright, a Junior Public Affairs major concentrating in Criminal Justice and minoring in Economics. He also serves as The President of the Veterans Club, VALOR. Shawn recommends that students “find their own learning style,” given that we all learn differently. Shawn continued, “Treat your college career like a job” but also “enjoy doing it.” He recognizes that to be successful, you should seek help and use critical resources

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The Big Sneeze

Deep within a 4,604 word syllabus are three sentences that have subsequently entangled the College of Coastal Georgia in a mire of national controversy and public debate.

Dr. Leon Gardner, Assistant Professor of Chemistry at College of Coastal Georgia has received grievance from political pundits, the blogosphere, social media, and other disgruntled citizens over his request that students refrain from saying ‘bless you,’ after a classmate sneezes.

Is it an attack on individual rights and free speech? Is it an attack on religion in the classroom? Or is it an attack on those afflicted with the common cold?

The “Behavioral Deduction” section of his Introductory Physics syllabus provides a six point list of situations that result in grade deduction, “bless you included.” For each occurrence, 1 percent of the final grade may be deducted from the student.

Other instances that would result in a grade deduction include being late for class, talking to other students while class is in session, interrupting the professor, cell phone use, sharpening one’s pencil in the middle of class, and the now hot topic of blessing another student after they sneeze.

From the syllabus: “6. Saying ‘bless you.’ We are taught that it is polite to say ‘bless you’ when someone sneezes. However, if you say this while I am talking, it is NOT polite, it is very rude!”

While the fallout from the public and pundits alike has focused on the infringement of free speech and religion, student opinions of the issue vary greatly.

“I’m not personally involved with the situation, but I understand Gardner’s position,” said Tyler Sands, a junior in the American Studies program.

“Ultimately, it boils down to one thing: it is his classroom and those within should adhere to his rules.

“Bottom line, he is just trying to teach,” Sands continued. “He could have chosen different words considering people automatically get defensive when religion gets brought into what

is thought to be a secular curriculum. Yet, I don’t think it was his intention to cause an uproar. He was simply laying groundwork and rules. He doesn’t want his time to be wasted, nor anyone else’s.”

Other grumbles around campus have been heard, rebuking Gardner’s rule.

One sophmore offered,“I get that he doesn’t want time to be wasted, but I feel that the words were deliberate, and poke a jab at religion in the classroom,” the student said. “I am not a student of his, but find the notion kind of disrespectful.”

One alternative amendment to Gardner’s syllabus was recommended by junior Hunter Yanagiya, “Perhaps he should have chosen the word ‘Gesundheit.’ ” College of Coastal Georgia released an official statement to the media regarding the syllabus in August after the news went viral.

“The professor’s intent was to explain that disruptive behavior is not allowed in the classroom,” the release stated. “The professor, who used other examples such as turning off cell phones prior to class and not arriving late, has removed the example and stated that no student has been disciplined or expelled from his class based on that example. The college is conducting a full review.”

After word got out about the syllabus - first in the Atlanta Journal Constitution and later on Fox News - the College’s Office of Advancement began fielding calls from disgruntled citizens.

Many callers were unaware that the list was created to make a point against disruptive behavior, without the intent of evoking a religious debate or taking a stance on religion in the classroom.

The student website The College Fix states that the situation “…is ridiculous. It’s common courtesy to say this after someone sneezes. These educators are taking things way too far.”

From our quaint little seaside town of Brunswick to national news sources such as The Washington Post, and CBS, many news stories have printed that Gardner has enforced a ban on

saying “bless you” in class.

However, the syllabus stated otherwise prior to Gardner’s removal of the controversial topic.

Students may indeed bless

one another after a sneeze, but subsequently will suffer the consequences.

The web is inundated with news stories about Gardner’s syllabus. Facts of the situation get muddled with opinion and the true nature of the professor’s intent is blurred in the steam of hot air generated by the misinformed.

This issue serves as a prime example of how the media can spin and pervert a topic of interest, fanning the flames of discontent sparked by those attempting to create a problem out of something that was never intended to become just that: a problem.

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CAMPUS NEWS

Keep Calm and Coastal On The weekend of September 26-28 proved successful yet again as College of Coastal Georgia hosted its annual Family and Alumni Weekend. The event, now in it’s fouth year, provides the extended CCGA family with an opportunity to see what is happening on campus and within the college community The event kicked off Friday evening with the Taste of Home and Live Music provided by the father-daughter saxophone duo Jones-A-Phones, featuring current student Crystal Jones.

After dinner, the party moved over to the Coffin Gymnasium. Prior the women’s volleyball match, the men’s and women’s golf teams received their respective championship rings. Last spring, the women’s team won the Southern States Athletic Conference title, while NAIA Championship Ring Ceremony Women’s Volleyball team dominated over Bethel University, 3-0.

At 9 p.m. Mariner Recreation took over hosting duties. The grand opening of the new outdoor basketball complex was followed by a frozen yogurt social and the Intramural Sand Volleyball Championship.

The intramural team Got Crabs, led by captain Mark Howard, claimed their second title in a as many years.

Saturday began with a Tailgate Cookout, followed by another women’s match. The dunk tank, sponsored by Rotoract, was a highlight of the event. The Mariners dispatched Martin Methodist, winning 3-1 and improving to 17-0 on the season.

That night, the annual scholarship reception was held at the St. Simons Island Lighthouse. The weekend ended on Sunday with a Converge Contemporary Service followed by brunch in the Mariner’s Galley.

Thursday, October 16, rain or shine

WHERE:

Start and finish lines near Alaimo Plaza Course opens 12:29 p.m.

Course closes 3:38 p.m.

Form a team. Join a team. Walk solo.

Compete for prizes: Fanciest Feet, All-out Pink, Fashion First, Strength in Numbers Suggested donation: $5 All proceeds go to SGHS “Mammograms in Motion” and Mayo Clinic Multidisciplinary Breast Clinic

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EARLY REGISTRATION

REGISTRATION Opening Dates: October 23rd-Seniors, Military, SGA, & Athletes October 24th-Juniors October 25th-Sophomores October 27th-Freshman and All students

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- Midterm Grades Due

- 20th Annual CoastFest!

10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

- Open Mic Night Palm Coast Coffee Shop Saint Simons Island 8:30 p.m. - 12 a.m.

- Slam Poet Sabrina Carpenter Stembler Theatre 7 - 8 p.m.

- Coastal Scholars Dr. Jean Choate Stembler Theatre

- Cinema Gourmet: The Godfather (1972) Ritz Theatre, Historic Downtown Brunswick 6:45 p.m.

- Last day to withdraw without academic penalty

- First Friday : Downtown Historical Brunswick. Art Galleries, Music, Food, and Festivities - Black Cat Bones 5 - 8 p.m., Smokestack 9 p.m. - 12 a.m.

Tipsy Mcsway’s

- Crawford Perkins Tipsy McSway’s 9 p.m. - 12 a.m.

‘The Big Lebowski’ themed concert

- Movie: Pariah Stembler Theatre 7 - 8 p.m.

October 3 - 18 Events Calendar

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- Art in the Park Pier Village Saint Simons Island 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

- Rhythm on the River Mary Ross Waterfront Park $10 6 - 8 p.m.

- Under the Oaks: Half Marathon Challenge Jekyll Island 7 a.m.

-Yesterday and Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience Ritz Theatre, Downtown Historic Brunswick 3 p.m.

- Ambrosius Tipsy McSway’s 8 p.m. - 12 a.m.

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- Fall Break Begins

- Trivia Tipsy McSway’s 6:30 - 9 p.m.

- AIDS Quilt (Campus Center) CCGA

- AIDS Quilt (Campus Center) CCGA

- 15th Annual Brunswick Rockin’ Stewbilee Competition and Festival Mary Ross Waterfront Park $9 11 a.m.

- eCore Classes begin - Open Mic Night Palm Coast Coffee Shop Saint Simons Island 8:30 p.m. - 12 a.m.

- Chris and Lauren Rider - Black Cat’s Bones Tipsy McSway’s Tipsy McSways 8 p.m. - 12 a.m.

8 p.m. - 12 a.m.

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Lifestyle

Are You a Victim of the Freshman 15?

By Alaric Shearer Crow’s Nest Contributor

There are plenty daunting questions we ask ourselves when it comes to our first year of college.

Will I fit in? Will I make friends? Will I make good grades?

But there’s one more question many first-time students don’t ask before it’s too late. Will I gain the “Freshman 15”?

According to a study published in the Journal of American College Health, 70 percent of students in the study gained a significant amount of weight from the start of their freshman year through the end of their sophomore year. Researchers attributed weight gain to snack consumption, larger meal portions, and decreased activity, all hallmarks of the typical freshman experience.

“When I first got to Coastal, I felt like I could eat whatever I wanted,” said Lolo Sanchez, a junior. “But by the time I reached sophomore year it started to catch up to me.

“The hardest part was to avoid late-night meals,” Sanchez admitted last week as she jogged one of the Fitness Center treadmills. “When it’s midnight and your friends say, ‘Hey, let’s go to McDonalds,’ you have to be able to say ‘no.’”

Cheryl Van Dyke, the personal counselor for College of Coastal Georgia students said that she went through the same weight fluctuations that many college freshmen experience. She attributed her weight gain to a lack of portion control and a love for the make-your-own omelet station.

“I gained weight because of all the carbohydrates and fats in the food I chose to eat,” Van Dyke said. Over time, Van Dyke’s appearance changed which made her depressed and eventually motivated her to exercise and to eat healthier.

“I recommend this to every student: don’t drink your calories including alcohol, fruit juices, sodas, et cetera; and also eat in moderation,” Van Dyke said.

Jordan Brown, a freshman from Walton County, was aware of the Freshman 15 before coming to Coastal and said her prevention techniques are simple: eat healthy and stay active.

“I wasn’t worried because I have an active lifestyle and personally, I don’t even like junk food,” Brown said prior to a workout session in the Fitness Center.

Brown believes one of the biggest changes that can affect students’ health is going from a structured food environment to one with endless choices.

“Students aren’t used to providing their own food and don’t know how to make healthy choices when they first get out on their own,” she said.

As far as suggestions go, Brown said students should make sure they always eat balanced meals with fruits and vegetables and to not be afraid to trade out a burger for a salad. Outside of campus eateries, Brown understands that healthy choices can be outside of many students’ budgets.

“It definitely can be a lot harder off campus,” Brown admitted. “Cheaper foods are usually poor sources of nutrition. Stocking your refrigerator with fruit and vegetables might be expensive, but it’s worth it from a health standpoint.”

Van Dyke noted in general, people gain weight because they are taking in more calories than their body requires. However, stress can be another major source of weight gain, she said.

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Personal Trainer

Obstacles for the overweight Moderate exercise, combined with a sensible, low-calorie diet, is excellent for weight loss; how to get over the hurdles and get going:

Difficulty

Possible solution

Low motivation or confidence

Exercise with a partner or group; keep an exercise diary; celebrate your progress and physical improvement

No time to exercise

Write down weekly exercise goals; get support from friends or family

No facilities or equipment

Do daily activities in way that boosts calories used; try walking

Previous bad experience

Walk or do other low-intensity exercise; try to overcome your negative thinking; get support from friends, family

Difficulties from weight

Choose activity suited to larger bodies, like biking; remember that activity will become easier with practice

Poor balance

Try swimming, other non-weight-bearing activities

Anxiety, worry

Go slowly; keep your exercise fun; do it with a friend

Source: The Physician and Sportsmedicine Graphic: Helen Lee McComas, Paul Trap © 2014 MCT

or flight hormone,’ which tends to make the body store fat,” Van Dyke said.

“Remember that ‘stressed’ spelled backward is ‘desserts’.”

Ultimately, Van Dyke said students can combat weight gain through a threepronged approach that includes making healthier food choices, increasing physical activity, and finding ways to reduce stress levels. Exercise will aid in reducing anxiety, but learn to get lots of rest, and avoid stressful encounters On our campus there are plenty of ways to get fit. The Fitness Center on the Brunswick Campus is free for all students and residents of Camden, Charlton and Nassau (Fla.) have unlimited access to the Camden County Recreation Center in Kingsland. Both locations have a wide array of group fitness classes including Zumba, hip-hop fitness and yoga just to name a few.

If you want to share the ways you are avoiding the Freshman 15 or need ideas on how to stay fit, tweet @ccga_crowsnest with the hashtag #fresh15.

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Room and Board, or Room and Bored?

By Kansas Blair Robison What sounds more appealing, Crow’s Nest Contributor walking to class or driving there? Are you a people person, or can you see yourself thriving only with a few people around at once? How good are you at managing your time? Is sleep more important than eating?

These are some of the critical questions you have to ask yourself if you are in the process of making the choice between living in dorms or off-campus.

There are plenty of benefits and negatives to either situation, but the most efficient way is to divide it by the needs of each class, let’s face it, the person you are as a freshman is not the same as the senior in college who’s counting the days down to graduation.

Freshmen: Face it. You are entering what you now think is adulthood and you can be honest; you’re pretty stoked about it. All of you are taking intro-level coursework, and the majority of your class show up to college alone without friends, and your entire inner being is screaming, “I want community!”

You have to relax, man, the dorms are for you. Here’s the deal, when you live in the res-halls you are frequently exposed to the opportunities this college brings. These

opportunities look like organizations like Converge and the Student Government Association (SGA). They also look like on-campus events such as Coastal’s Got Talent, Mariner Athletics games, and intense competition through various intramural sports. Let’s also remember that your roommates can end up becoming some of your closest friends whom you do stupid and crazy stuff with when no one else will.

Sophomores: You’re like the middle child that got straight A’s and were voted MVP all in the same week.

Now with a year of experience under your belt and a chance to reinvent your entrance after the summer, you realize this one thing: you’re not the babies anymore.

You’ll typically still want to be in the dorms because after spending your freshman year in them you know the ins and outs of campus. By now you know who’s who and where to get everything you need. Be wise, and live on campus. Continue to plant, grow, and cultivate healthy friendships that you made the previous and current year.

Juniors: For most of you, this is the year you’ll turn the big 2-1. You’re not the little 18-year-old kid who needed help making cereal. We also hope that by now you’ve learned to cook an omelette and time the spaghetti correctly. You’ve had great memories in the dorms with even greater people, but it’s about time to stretch your

wings and handle a bit more responsibility. Get ready to meet rent deadlines and if you’re in a house start delegating who’s in charge of the water, electric, and Internet bills.

Congrats my friend, you are now officially a prime candidate for moving off campus.

Seniors: Dear God, I’m an adult, take me back! From a completely financial perspective, it suddenly hits your parents that they don’t have to provide for you completely anymore and at this point you’re weaned off of the family money-tree. Now you’re at a point in your life where you’ve formed solid friendships. You’re in your last couple of semesters (or you’re a 5-yr. senior) and you just want out. My friends, if you’re not living off-campus, cooking meals, and paying bills I personally would question your logic and well-being. You have about a year left of the lovely ‘pseudo-adulthood’ so consider living off-campus a practice round before the real journey begins.

In the end, living off- and on-campus is a decision that you have to make with your best interest in mind. If you are down with eating Mariners Galley meals every meal for four years, and love hitting snooze until class is about to start, I’d suggest you revaluate moving your life off the campus map. You really have to weigh the pros and cons. Oh yeah, and if you’re in the nursing program, I recommend on-campus living.

HOW SOUTHERN ARE YOU? 130 Mariners were polled to test the true depths of their southern tendencies.

Below are the averages of 63 boys and 67 girls.

GUYS

How likely are you to own a truck with a lift-kit?

1

2

3

3

4

5 1

How likely are you to say “ya’all”, fixin’, or ma’am in a sentence?

1 1

2

3

4

4

How likely are you to drink sweet tea out of a mason jar?

2

3 3

4

5 1 5 1

How likely are you to place a “Salt Life” decal on your vehicle?

1

2

2

3

4

GIRLS

How likely are you to monogram....anything?

3

2

3

4

5

3

4

5

3

4

5

How likely are you to buy Lily Pulitzer?

2 2

How likely are you to wear Sperry’s year round?

2

2

How likely are you to wear an oversized t-shirt with Nike shorts?

5 1

2

3

4

4

5

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Big G’s Heisman Watch

By C. Garrett Dutton Sports Editor

Mariota, the junior quarterback of the Oregon Ducks, currently holds the top billing as his 2013 dominance has carried over to this season. Through the first four games of the Duck’s 2014 season, Mariota - a pocket passer who has the speed to tuck it and go – has accounted for 1,135 total yards, 13 touchdowns, and zero interceptions. With a number of high-profile Pac-12 games remaining, he’ll have plenty of opportunities to shine.

Georgia’s next Herschel Walker comes in at second on the list. The Bulldogs’ leader has accumulated 610 total yards with six touchdowns on just 69 attempts through Week 5.

Gurley will continue to carry the hope of Georgia fans on his back as the ‘Dawgs slug it out in the SEC East.

Hill came into the 2014 season with big questions surrounding his ability to fil the cleats of the departed Johnny Manziel. Hill has done that and more, passing for over 500 year in his first game as a starter – something the talented Manziel never did at Texas A&M. Through Week 5, Hill has posted 1,745 total yards, 17 touchdowns, and only two interceptions.

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Todd Gurley celebrates a touchdown with teammate Rhett McGowan last season. Photo MCT Wire

Abdullah is a 5-foot-9, 195-pound senior who has put Nebraska on the map in the 2014 season. Along with his now legendary single-handed defeat of McNeese State in Week 2, Abdullah has racked up 833 yards rushing with eight touchdowns in 114 attempts. The Cornhuskers were 5-0 heading in to their Week 6 game against Michigan State.

Golson, a senior quarterback out of Myrtle Beach, S.C., has shown in Notre Dame’s first four games that he has what it takes to bring a championship home. The Fighting Irish are 4-0 and Golson has 1,142 yards passing, with seven touchdowns, and two interceptions. If the Irish keep winning, Golson’s Heisman campaign will gain traction.

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Maddie Bounds: An Inside Look

Biggest CCGA Volleyball rival: Our biggest rival is definitely Mobile. They forced us out of nationals by two points in 2013. Both us and them were tied for first in SSAC preseason rankings. When we met at home on September 13, we beat them three sets to one, and rose to the top spot in our conference.

Reaction to all the personal success: Maddie feels pressured to play well every game, but says it is a good kind of pressure.

The expectations of greatness doesn’t make her nervous, but just motivate her to work “Maddie has been given a great opportunity harder. to be successful as a freshman and she has taken it! Maddie has a loaded offensive Pregame rituals: One hour before every line surrounding her, including setter Cayley Meiners who ranks first in the country game, Maddie and the CCGA volleyball in assists per set. She’s a very high level competitor, and she brings an emotional team spend 15 minutes playing a game commitment to the game that is different from many people.” called “four on a couch.” It is a game How she started playing volleyball: Maddie was introduced to the game by her supposed to make them think, as well as parents, who signed her up for a boys and girls league in the 5th grade. She says she’s build comradery. Maddie and the rest of the loved it from the start. team love this team ritual, and make a point Her volleyball role model: Misty May Treanor, because of how flawlessly she each game to play it. plays the game. Not to mention she’s one of the few pros Maddie knows.

Professional volleyball aspirations: What motivates her: She finds motivation in her teammates, and the fact that they When asked if she had aspirations to play professionally after college, Maddie said, have a shot to play in nationals, which has been a goal all season after missing out in “I don’t know, it’s never really crossed my mind. I don’t really know much about 2013 by two points. professional volleyball. If I was presented with the opportunity my senior year, then On a roll like never before: At 17-0, this is Maddie’s longest personal win streak possibly. But I think I’ll be done after college.” (as well as the longest in CCGA history). However, Maddie told the Crow’s Nest that Shout out to the CCGA student body: Maddie has this to say to Mariners Nation, coach says 18-0 is a mark that would make them be taken very seriously nationally, “The fans who come out to our games are great, very supportive, and we love them. and not just as an anomaly.

All the players and coaches would love for the gym to be packed with fans every Being named SSAC Player of the Week: “It was huge for me” Maddie said. “The home game. Come out and support us! You will enjoy it. Not to brag, but we’re really previous week, Coach (Jeff Huebner) said he wanted one of us to win it. At first this fun to watch.” pressured me, but that pressure motivated me the next week, and I won the award.”

By Jay Landow

From: Fairbury, Ill. Sports Staff Writer Maddie Bounds is Coastal Georgia’s true Age: 18 freshman middle hitter. She, along with the rest the volleyball squad, have led CCGA to a Class Status: Freshman ofschool record of 17-0. Maddie ranks among the top in the Southern States Athletic Conference Position: Middle hitter in hitting percentage, blocks per set, total blocks, and kills per set. Coastal is currently Height: 5’11’’ ranked 20th in the nation.

Coach’s Quote: Assistant volleyball coach Major: American Studies Alli Kirk commented on Bounds saying,

Rah Rah Sis Boom - Why?

By Danielle Strickland Crows Nest Contributor

age of 4. Over the last three years, she has utilized her experience Cheerleaders wrestle with an to climb the ladder of success at exhaustive list of responsibilities CCGA and now serves as one of every season. Tryouts, having to the longest-tenured members of endure lengthy practice sessions, the Mariner’s Cheerleading Squad. the constant stress of executing When asked why Mariner flawless dance routines, on top of Cheerleaders are important to rigorous academic studies.

CCGA, Cochran said, “We are the At some point in your life you connection between the student must have thought, “Why do we body and the athletes; we get the have cheerleaders?” student body involved.”

Aside from the obvious job of Kayli continued, “We keep you cheering on the team, what is their in the game and let you know purpose? The Crow’s Nest went what’s going on. People who are out and asked members of the in the gym, right now, want to be CCGA cheerleading team just that. there; we support their effort.”

Here are their responses.

Coastal freshman Angel Johnson Junior Kayli Cochran has been has been a competitive cheerleader active with recreational and since her days as a freshman at competitive cheerleading since the Wayne County High School. She

backs Kayli’s statements. “We provide the pep when the crowd doesn’t bring the support the team needs,” she said.

Second-year cheerleader and sophomore Miranda Hill added, “We need to show that our team has spirit and passion for our college and academics. They are putting their heart out there, and we need to show respect and support for their endeavors.”

The CCGA Cheer Squad is a vital part to the experience of the game, bringing spirit to the sidelines whilst motivating the players and fans alike.

They toil and work hard to create an enjoyable atmosphere for games, and their efforts should not go unnoticed.

Mariner Volleyball Breaks into Top 20

On Tuesday, September 30, the Coastal Georgia women’s volleyball team secured the No. 20 ranking in the Tachikara-NAIA Volleybal Coaches’ Top 25 Poll. The team (17-0, 9-0 SSAC) was previously ranked No. 23 and moved up after two wins this past weekend.

Coastal Georgia’s athletic director Dr. William Carlton said the national ranking is a remarkable accomplishment for any team and puts the women’s vollyeball program in elite company with some of the best teams in the NAIA. “For the girls who took a risk on moving out here for their four-year career, it was

probably the most gratifying for them,” He said. “It’s really their hard work and contributions that led to this accomplishment.”

The volleyball progam was started by head coach Jeff Huebner and is now in its fourth year of competition.

Carlton said the national exposre gained through such polls can bring recognition to the College.

“Just the name ‘Coastal’ presents an image,” he said, “and so those who might be interested in going to a place that’s on the coast or near a beach would be curious and check out our website.”

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