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CONTENTS

ON THE COVER »

Campus safety & UPD PAGE 3 Paying the bills PAGE 7 Dealing with Parking Services PAGE 11 Buying books PAGE 29 Off-campus dining options PAGE 18 Sports preview PAGE 38 Student ID cards SEE ONLINE AT BSUDAILYNEWS.COM

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The landmarks of BSU PAGE 2 The new Student Recreation & Wellness Facility PAGE 4 Designated smoking areas PAGE 5 Important people to know PAGE 9 Residence hall locations & dorm room set-up strategies PAGES 14-15 On-campus dining locations PAGE 16

SERVICES »

Explore downtown Muncie and the Village PAGE 19 On the scene with Muncie music & music venues PAGES 27-28 Stay fit: The runner’s guide PAGE 30

STUDENT LIFE »

Bobblecast PAGE 12 Going Greek PAGE 13 Dealing with stress PAGE 17 Top 5 storylines: then & now PAGE 20-21 The List: 60 things to do before you graduate PAGES 24-26

SPORTS »

5 biggest storylines PAGE 31 Football PAGE 32 Women’s volleyball PAGE 34 Men’s basketball PAGE 35 Men’s volleyball PAGE 37 Around the MAC PAGE 42 Top 5 games to see PAGE 43

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BEGINNINGS THELIST A list. It’s a simple concept, and we all have them. Whether we keep them mentally or fill up an entire desktop with post-it notes, everyone always has a list of something to do or some list of goals to LOPES achieve. It is no different in col- VINNIE Editor-in-chief lege — you’ve probably already figured that out in orientation and will definitely realize it when your parents help you pack for college. However, as you are being pleated with lists and tips during orientation, ranging from tips on how to be academically successful and how to not get into a fist fight with your freshman roommate, we are giving a different type of list. Throughout this publication you will find the essential information you know for life at Ball State — what news happened on campus last year, what not to do as a freshman, where to eat, the people on campus you need to know, what to look forward to this school year and what to know about Ball State sports. This list isn’t about how to get a perfect 4.0 grade point average or being the smartest kid in the class. Instead, it’s about the most important things you will do at a college, getting the full college experience and discovering who you really are as a person. Yeah, classes are kind of important. However, even with them, the grades aren’t the important

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF VINNIE LOPES BREAKS DOWN YOUR FRESHMAN YEAR

thing — it’s the knowledge gained from that class. It sounds like a bunch of ivy tower dribble now, but just wait four years and you’ll know what I mean. Each year Ball State is going to offer you some different type of opportunity. Whether it’s the chance to attend a certain on-campus event, meet someone who becomes influential in your life, get highly involved in a student organization or take a leadership role, these are opportunities and chances to shape your college career. The best part is it changes — and sometimes unexpectedly — every year. In my time at Ball State, I had the opportunity to be an editor at The Ball State Daily News for three years, be involved in my residence hall, teach an eighth grade journalism class at an inner-city school and write a thesis paper on the history of a Ball State sports team. I consider myself lucky to get these experiences, but I also realized the need to take advantage of the opportunity when it came up. If you want to ignore all those opportunities and barricade yourself on the second floor of Bracken Library to study non-stop, by all means do that. You are just going to missing out on the whole point of college. Every year tuition increases — I know you’re thrilled as much as I am to have that knowledge. What makes the huge payments manageable, though, is being able to mark off what’s on your list and leaving college better than when you started.

ONLINE EXCLUSIVES » BSUDAILYNEWS.COM VIDEO: The List and beyond

The DN staff experiences and discusses items on The List. Check out this online video and find out what you need to know this fall. Muncie Music Scene Get a more in-depth look at the local bands and the music events for you to attend this school year.

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Vinnie Lopes FORUM EDITOR Vinnie Lopes NEWS EDITOR Sharon Hernandez ASST. NEWS EDITOR Jaclyn Goldsborough SPORTS EDITOR Teddy Cahill COPY CHIEF Season Schafer FEATURES EDITOR David Cawthon DESIGN EDITOR Jen Minutillo PHOTO EDITOR Jess Lanning ASST. PHOTO EDITOR Tyler Stewart VIDEO EDITOR Michael Ponce

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| ASHLEY DEAN STAFF REPORTER McKinley Ave.

There are a couple places on campus that have become famous over the years and are, consequently, popular meeting places. Here is a list of these famous landmarks, should you need to know their location on campus.

New York Ave.

1. SHAFER TOWER

Located in the heart of campus, Shafer tower makes a good meeting point when the weather is favorable. Shafer Tower was completed in 2001 standing 150 feet tall, and has become a symbol of Ball State University. The tower will sound every 15 minutes during the day, and on some occasions, it will ring out songs for students, faculty and visitors.

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Located between Bracken Library and the Architecture Building, University Green hosts events throughout the year, such as concerts. The McKinley Mile, which takes place during the spring, is celebrated on University Green.

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Located outside Bracken Library close to the College of Business, the Frog Baby fountain is not only a popular meeting place but also a good luck charm for some students before they take an exam. The legend says that rubbing Frog Baby’s nose will enhance your performance on exams. Frog Baby was stored in the Art Museum, but after several years of test-takers rubbing the statue’s nose, it was rubbed off. Frog Baby was then restored and placed in the fountain in 1993. Students now take care of Frog Baby by wrapping scarves and hats on her during the winter.

4. NAKED LADY

Famous for sitting in the middle of Bracken Library nude, the Naked Lady is a meeting point for study groups and friends and also serves as a place to leave messages. Forest Idyll, the statue’s

official name, was sculpted in 1930 by Albin Polasek, a CzechAmerican sculptor who at the time was head of the sculpture department at the Art Institute of Chicago. Polasek was in contact with Daniel Chester French, the sculptor of Beneficence.

5. SCRAMBLE LIGHT

The traffic lights at the intersection of McKinley and Riverside avenues got its name the “Scramble Light” because cars, bikers, skaters and pedestrians scramble to get to the other side of the street without bumping into each other. Once the stoplights halt traffic, be careful and look in all directions before crossing, especially at noon.

6. THE QUAD

The Quad is a good place to stop and relax between classes. The Quad is surrounded by the administration building, Brukhardt Building, North Quad, Cooper Science Building, Ball Gym, Fine Arts and West Quad and is the place where Quad Bash, Spring Commencement and other major events throughout the year are hosted.

7. BENNY

Beneficence, or Benny, was commissioned in 1927 by the Muncie Chamber of Commerce as a public monument to the Ball Brothers’ community work. The Great Depression of 1929 made it impossible to pay for Benny immediately. The statue was stored, until eight years later, when Muncie paid off their debt through donations from residents. Benny is located on University Avenue, a few feet northwest of the Student Center.

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The UPD has much to offer | TYRONE MALIK CATO STAFF REPORTER

Located at 200 N. McKinley Ave., on the south end of campus, the University Police Department is open Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. UPD has services available to all students including:

CHARLIE’S CHARTER Charlie’s Charter, a shuttle system that will take students from one campus location to another, is available after the normal shuttles have stopped running. The service operates Sunday through Thursday from 6 p.m. to 3:30 a.m.

HELPFUL CONTACT INFO

RAPE AGGRESSION DEFENSE

SILENT WITNESS

SAFETY TIPS

UPD’s Silent Witness Web site allows students to report crimes or information anonymously. Users can provide the department with descriptions of suspects or other sources. For emergencies, students should call university police directly.

UPD also holds a Rape Aggression Defense program, consisting of selfdefense tactics for women.

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Although UPD provides services to keep students safe, it is good for students to know how to avoid being a crime victim. Here are some tips: • Students should lock their door and take their key with them every time they leave their room. • Keys and IDs should never be given to anyone else. • Always carry a student ID and room key. • Students should not let strangers into the residence hall or dorm room. • Students should report suspicious people in the hall to the hall desk, any hall staff member or to the University Police Department immediately. • Windows on the first and second floor should be closed and locked when leaving the room. For more tips, visit the Ball State website at bsu.edu.

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FOREGOING THE FRESHMAN 15 Instructional classes: Students can sign up for a class during the semester or the summer. Classes given in the recreational center range from belly dancing to weightlifting and yoga. Informal recreation: Ball State students, faculty and staff can use the pools; walking or jogging track; racquetball and wallyball rooms; and outdoor sports fields. Fitness: The fitness center offers over 250 pieces of fitness equipment and a variety of options for students of all fitness levels. The center also offers trained instructors who teach a variety of fitness classes, such as Spinnings, Pilates and Zumba. Aquatics and safety: The program offers two swimming pools for daily use. The health and safety programs include lifeguard classes and CPR lessons.

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With the renovated Irving Gym opening fall 2010, the recreation center will have in addition to its fitness, aquatics and informal recreation programs, more activities and services. One of these new services is the Outdoor Pursuits program, which will include a climbing wall, outdoor equipment rentals and programs for trips. The renovated facility will also have clinics and sporting events. Activities and services Outdoor Pursuits will offer: • A climbing wall reaching 36 feet tall and 42 feet wide • Adventure trips during which equipment, transportation and instruction will be given

A PLACE TO TAN

The Ball State University Recreation Center offers students, faculty and staff several services for physical fitness and entertainment.

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FIVE FACES TO KNOW

You will meet a lot of people your freshman year. Getting to know these people, though, will make your transition to life at BSU much smoother.

JO ANN GORA BALL STATE’S 14TH PRESDIENT

YOUR ADVISOR

Ball State’s 14th president. Gora and her cabinet work directly with the University Senate to form university policy. She has led the Bold Campaign, an effort to collect $200 million by 2011 to create more scholarships, more immersive learning programs and a further expansion of campus, to mention just some of the fundraiser’s priorities.

Freshmen will be assigned an advisor who will help them choose classes for the next two semesters. After that, the student’s advisor will be a faculty member from their major’s department. The advisor will know which classes students need for a particular major/minor and whether there is a need to take summer classes to graduate in four years. If students need to change their schedules, advisors can help and will work on devising four-year plans.

GENE BURTON DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC SAFETY Burton has several jobs on campus. He is the director of public safety and chief of University Police Department, overseeing all the officers of the UPD. He is also a member of the crisis management team, which works to prepare, recommend and lead Ball State through various crisis situations.

KENT BULLIS MEDICAL DIRECTOR Late nights, bad diets and finals will eventually take their toll on students. That’s where the Amelia T. Wood Health Center comes in. Bullis is the medical director of the health center and keeps things running smoothly so students are treated fast and efficiently.

YOUR HALL DIRECTOR / RESIDENT ASSISTANT For any and all questions students have that are related to housing and residence halls, they should get in-touch with the hall director or the residence assistant. Students must make sure they let their resident hall directors or assistants know if they have complaints with other residents or if they have any other problems.

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NEWS

BUILDING GOOD CREDIT REQUIRES RESPONSIBILITY « New law does not allow minors to acquire a credit card without supervision | SHARON HERNANDEZ NEWS EDITOR Credit cards are a good way to start building credit, but there are limitations and responsibilites that need to be considered before applying for one. It important to consider some new laws that went into effect in the beginning of this year. These new laws are intended to provide more benefits to consumers while also adding some limitations. Some of the changes in the credit card law are specifically aimed at colleges and students, banning credit companies from offering gifts in exchange for having students sign a contract with them. It also encourages universities to require credit companies to notify them of any location on campus

they are marketing credit card plans. People under the age of 21 will not be able to apply for a credit card unless the minor is under the supervision of a person over age 21. Anyone who applies must also have a way to prove that he or she has the means to repay the debt. A last point requires parents to give the approval to increase a credit line for people under 21 years of age. These restrictions were made with the intention of protecting college students from holding large debts. In 2008, at least 84 percent of undergraduates had at least one credit card, according to the Associated Press. The consequences of having problems with credit cards could affect students in the long run, Student Legal Services Attorney John Connor said. “My opinion is affected by the downside of what I’ve seen in this office,” he said. “I see a lot of students who are contemplating bankruptcy, and if you file bankruptcy, that will affect your ability to get loans. This is something that affects students

HOW TO PAY YOUR BILLS, TUITION AND OTHER SCHOOL FEES

You can’t have a good credit history if you haven’t had credit before, so you have to demonstrate that you can handle it in a competent manner. »

To make payments to the Bursar, Ball State requires students to register with Cardinal Quickpay, an online billing service. The Bursar’s Office no longer mails paper statements. Here are the steps to make students’ bill paying experience easy and (slightly) less painful.

JOHN CONNOR, Attorney

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right at the point in their graduation. It’s kind of devastating to start your career off with bad credit or to start a new job having your wages garnished.” Conor said developing history of demonstrating credit responsibility, like not taking out more than what can be afforded to repay and being timely on payments, can help students not fall on debt that could affect them in years to come. “You can’t have a good credit history if you haven’t had credit before, so you have to demonstrate that you can handle it in a competent manner,” he said.

CARDINAL QUICKPAY

Log in to Cardinal Quickpay at bsu.edu/ quickpay by using your Ball State username and password. Logging in will give you access to your current statement and transaction history and let you make a payment. PARENTS

Once students have logged in to Cardinal Quickpay, you can add parents and other authorized payers to your account to make automatic or one time payments. WHEN BILLS ARE DUE

All payments are due on the first of every month. E-mail notifactions will be sent whenever your Bursar account has been updated. Late fees are $25 for Spring and Fall Semesters and $50 for Summer Semester.

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SMOKE-FREE, SOMEWHAT Ball State is considered a smoke-free campus, but here are a few designated smoking areas around campus Beth

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SMOKING AREA Between Charmichael Hall and Johnson Complex

SMOKING AREA North of Worthen Arena

SMOKING AREA North of Robert Bell Building

SMOKING AREA Between Studebaker East and Studebaker West

Petty Rd.

New York Ave.

McKinley Ave.

SMOKING AREA West of LaFollette Complex

Neely Ave. SMOKING AREA South of the Art and Journalism Building

SMOKING AREA East of Park Hall

SMOKING AREA South of Ball Gymnasium

Riverside Ave. Ashland Ave.

SMOKING AREA South of L.A. Pittenger Student Center SMOKING AREA North of Elliot Hall

University Ave.

Gilbert St. Tally Ave.

| JACLYN GOLDSBOROUGH ASST. NEWS EDITOR Ball State University is committed to the health and wellness of its students, faculty, staff and visitors, which is exactly why March 17, 2008 marked the first day Ball Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s campus became non-smoking. Trying to keep it fair for people that do smoke, Ball State set up areas for smokers. If people are caught smoking outside the designated areas, they are required to pay

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The parking lot west of Scheumann Stadium is also designated as a smoking area. a $50 fine per incident. Ball State also offers smoking cessation classes for students, faculty and staff who are looking for ways to kick the habit. Visit bsu.edu for class information.

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[PARKING HERE] IS OK. IT CAN BE A LITTLE CROWDED, ESPECIALLY AROUND FOOTBALL SEASON. I WOULD ALSO LIKE TO SEE MORE METERS.

KATY COOPER, senior exercise science major: commuter parking lot near Worthen Arena

Let’s face it: you’ll probably have an encounter with Parking Services at some point, but being informed will help keep you and your wallet happy. Check out the rules, and see what experienced students say about campus parking.

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Permit required 24 hour parking Overflow for ALL lots RESTRICTED

Permit required 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. 3:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. (garages only) Monday-Friday

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Permit required 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Friday COMMUTER

ERICA BRASS, senior telecommunications major: restricted parking near LaFollette

Permit required 3:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Friday

Permit required 24 hours Sunday 7 p.m. Friday 5 p.m. VISITOR / PAID

Parking garage and meters

OTHER RULES • Hangtag hung from rearview mirror • Display decal on lower left (driver’s) side of windshield • Any lot not on this map will be governed by lot signs • Lot designations are subject to change without notice. Check lot entrances for signs.

FINES & VIOLATIONS A vehicle will be booted and/or towed if it has accumulated five or more outstanding parking tickets. In addition to the fines, there is a $25 boot fee for the removal of the boot. Here are all of the violations and fines.

I THINK IT’S RIDICULOUS HOW THEY TICKET YOU WHEN THE WHOLE OBJECTIVE IS FOR US TO COME AND STUDY. THEY SHOULD HAVE MORE FREE PARKING. BUT, I’VE BEEN ABLE TO FIND SOME FREE SPOTS.

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GREAT ON SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS. BUT I WOULD LIKE TO HAVE THE METERS LAST LONGER; THEY SHOULD BE AT LEAST AN HOUR LONG.

KELLY STEWART, alumna: parking lot near Art and Journalism Building

I USE THIS GARAGE ... BECAUSE IT’S THE CLOSEST ONE TO THE LIBRARY. BUT SOMETHING I DON’T LIKE IS THAT SOMETIMES THE LINES ARE TOO LONG AND IT TAKES YOU 20 MINUTES TO PARK.

BRANDON THOMAS, alumnus: garage near Pruis Hall

No valid permit

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$25

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$30

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$115

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Skate boarding

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11 THINGS FRESHMEN MUST KNOW BOBBY ELLIS BOBBLECAST

BOBBY ELLIS IS A SOPHOMORE PHOTO JOURNALISM MAJOR AND HOSTS THE DAILY NEWS’ WEEKLY NEWSCOMEDY PODCAST, BOBBLECAST. HIS VIEWS DO NOT NECESSARILY AGREE WITH THOSE OF THE NEWSPAPER. DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN TO BOBBLECAST THROUGHOUT THE SCHOOL YEAR AT BSUDAILYNEWS.COM

Entering college is a new and exciting time. For freshman though, it’s also a trying time. Why? Well let’s face it. You are the small kids on campus now, and no one really wants to deal with you. That’s what resident assistants are for. So, because we at Bobblecast care about you so much, mostly because we want to expand the audience of our weekly news-comedy podcast, we’re going to give you some tips on how to survive your freshman year.

1. STUDY THE CAMPUS MAP

Please, oh pretty please learn which buildings are which. Thanks to the wonders of technology we have at our fingertips, we have these amazing things called maps, which can be quite useful. Treat your classes like that girl or guy you have your eye on and scout them out beforehand.

2. WHAT NOT TO WEAR

Don’t wear shirts proclaiming your high school graduation year. It’s like wearing a neon sign saying you are no longer in your element. In fact, forget about all your old school pride because high school really no longer matters.

3. MAKE OTHER SATURDAY NIGHT PLANS

Understand that no matter how hard they try, Late Nite is not cool. Sure, you can play it off and say you’re just going there for the free stuff, but you’re only hurting yourself.

4. BEST RESTAURANTS

The best places to eat are Greeks, Pizza King and Carter’s Famous Hot Dogs. Be sure to add those numbers to your speed dial.

5. DON’T TEXT DURING CLASS

Unless you’re in a lecture class, the professors will catch you texting. Some of the rooms don’t have good reception so some people get the idea to wave their phone around. Look, people are paying good money for these classes so they don’t need a flashing screen saying you have a message from “Stripper Girl.”

6. DON’T BE A DRUNK

Remember the more drunk you are, the more people ignore you. No one wants to take care of the person throwing up. Parties can be fun, but be safe — if not for yourself then for the people who put up with you at 3 a.m. after you’re fallen down a flight of stairs.

7. BE CLEANLY

Your mom doesn’t live with you anymore. Remember to take a shower and do laundry, unless you want a two-seat radius around you in class and a roommate who will move out and take that comfortable futon and big flat screen with them.

8. SHOW SCHOOL SPIRIT

Go to all the sporting events you can. Cheer loudly. Care about your school and their not-so-good sporting record. Who knows? Maybe you can be at the one

game that year when they play well and pull an upset.

9. MEET NEW PEOPLE

There are 20,000 people here. Be sure to meet as many of them in the first week as possible. They’ll want to meet you, and you’ll want to meet them. However, after that first week anyone coming up and randomly talking to you just becomes creepy.

10. RESPECT YOUR ELDERS

Upperclassmen know more than you. Don’t worry. Maybe one day you will have underlings.

11. FORGET THE PAST

Last year was your final year of high school. You were the coolest guy in town, and everyone knew it. You were on top of the world. So now what? Well, welcome to the other side of the spectrum. You, my friend, are no longer “all that.” You’re fresh meat. But don’t worry. We were all there before, so we understand. Just realize that we don’t care how cool you were in high school.

So, there it is. Some tips to survive your freshman year at Ball State. Don’t worry, you’ll be fine. Just take a deep breath and count to 10. And for the love of all that is holy, please keep moving in the hallways! There is nothing more annoying than slow people when you’ve overslept and are running late for class. Oh, and listen to Bobblecast. Cheers and good luck!

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With a Greek life population of 8 percent, the Ball State University Greek community is continuing to grow and is always looking for incoming freshmen to become a part of a close, proud and charitable family. Greek life at Ball State begins with recruitment week, where all fraternities and sororities search for new members. While recruitment in the fall and spring are different, both have the goal of reaching out to students interested in service and brotherhood or sisterhood. With the Interfraternity Council (IFC), National PanHellenic Council (NPHC)

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and Panhellenic Council (PHC) as the three governing councils, the 27 Greek organizations and their 1,200 members are required to adhere to high standards in all aspects of their community including academics, friendship and service. Ball State University has eight staff members who work with the fraternities and sororities on campus. The Office of Student life seeks to aid the community with leadership and service advice. Tamika Smith, program coordinator for student life, said the Greek community provides freshman with leadership experience, networking opportunities and the chance to become part of a community. “The Greek community has higher GPAs than the average Ball State population

and higher retention rates,” Smith said. “It’s a great opportunity for service, scholarships and you can find everything you need in a one-stop shop.” Ball State’s vision for Greek life is to “provide all members with an unmatched experiential learning and social experience designed to provide lifelong personal development opportunities and connection to the institution.” While Ball State’s Greek life is smaller than other state schools in Indiana such as Indiana University or Purdue University, Smith said the intimate size has allowed Ball State to become closer over the years. One way Greek life fosters relationships is at the end of the academic semester when the Greek community sponsors Greek Week. Last year,

Greek Week’s theme was “Greek-elodeon: Get Your Slime On,” a spin-off of Nickelodeon. Greek Week brings together all Greek chapters on campus with the rest of Ball State’s students. “It was nice to see people show their pride and unite,” director of Greek Week Carson Lance said. “We were there for our brothers and sisters, and the brothers and sisters in other organizations.” Smith’s favorite part about being involved with the Greek community is seeing how much students enjoy their chapters and how they grow as members of a tightly knit community. “Greek life at Ball State will continue to get stronger and get larger and really continue to be the leaders on campus as well as a positive impact on campus,” she said.

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MAKING THE MOST OF LIFE IN RESIDENCE HALLS

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Everyone is required to live on campus at Ball State for at least their freshman year. Students who sign a premium contract are committed to two years, which can be broken but only with a fee. Students can change dorms at the semester mark or the year mark. This brief guide gives some basic information to help freshmen decide. Standard dorm features include a computer lab, �itness room, lounges, laundry facility and music room. Furniture (some is stackable), free cable and wireless internet are included as well.

1. JOHNSON HALL

Johnson Hall is home to the Criminal Justice and Emerging Media learning communities. It used to be home to the Honors College until fall 2009, when DeHority Hall opened. While not as far away as Elliott, it’s still a bit of a hike at times depending on which buildings students want to reach; Johnson Hall is located on the far north end of campus. A bonus of living in Johnson are its Z-shaped rooms, which can give you a bit of privacy.

2. LAFOLLETTE

LaFollette is towards the North end of campus and has easy shuttle bus access near the Duck Pond parking lots. There is in-building dining featuring

many eateries. LaFollette does have an elevator up to the 6th floor, but that’s it. Otherwise, you will have to take the stairs. This building is also home to the journalism learning department. Shively, one of the halls in LaFollette, stays open during breaks so if you are unable to travel home when school is not in session, this might be a good dorm for you.

3. KINGHORN HALL

Kinghorn is the newest dorm on campus and will open in Fall 2010. There will be a dining service area in Kinghorn. A plus is that eating at Noyer or grabbing snacks from the Micro Cafe in Studebaker West isn’t too much of a hassle. Kinghorn will have a number of suites. Semiprivate restrooms are available for specific rooms.

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6. PARK HALL

Park Hall, completed in 2007, is one of the newer dorms on campus. It is air conditioned and has large lounges, along with smaller

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Woodworth has an in-building dining facility and a comfortable lounge on the ground floor renovated three years ago. It is close to both Bracken Library and Emens Auditorium. Woodworth is a women’s dorm, the only noncoed dorm on campus. It is also the home for the nursing learning community.

8. DEHORITY HALL

DeHority is the new Honors College dorm that opened fall 2009. DeHority has air conditioning, which is a benefit in summer months. One thing DeHority doesn’t have though is in-building dining. However, Woodworth Commons and Noyer are only a short walk away.

9. ELLIOTT HALL

Elliott Hall is located on the far south end of campus by the L.A. Pittenger Student Center. It has a 21 and over floor, which might be a draw for non-traditional students. There is also a library on the fourth floor. Furniture in the Elliott dorms isn’t stackable. Residents can bring or rent a loft bed, and rooms have a small sink. There is no in-building dining, but the Student Center is just across Tally Street.

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Studebaker is divided into Studebaker West and Studebaker East. It’s a bit of a trek to get to the main buildings on campus, but it’s also easy to move stuff in and out during move in as there is a parking lot area right outside. Stu West has an elevator that stops at all 9 floors, and the Mirco Cafe is located on the ground floor. Some floors of Stu East do have stackable furniture, so students wanting a loft bed should make sure it is allowed on that floor. This is also the building where SURF (Students Uniting to Remain Free) is located. SURF is for those students who choose to live drug, alcohol and tobacco free lifestyles. However, Stu East will remain closed as it is under renovation; SURF is relocated to Stu West.

study lounges. There is no in-building dining but Woodworth or Noyer are close by. Other features include semiprivate bathrooms as well as a limited number of single rooms and studio apartments.

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Noyer is just a few feet away from the library, which is good for late night study runs. The in-building dining is good and features an international cafe. Noyer is easily accessible for those with mobility limitations. It’s also close to Woodworth for more dining options. This dorm is fairly close to the center of campus and is a good location, as it is an easy walk to almost any other building.

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Here are a few things current students say every student should have in his dorm room: • Area rug • Small vacuum • Fans (especially in non-air conditioned rooms) • Storage drawers • Dark curtains (if you like a dark room when sleeping) • Power strip(s) • Set of plates and silverware • Shower caddy • Flip flops • Trash bags ...and here are some things to leave at home: • Winter clothes (until you need them) • Lots of groceries (your meal plan is your friend) • Lots of personal memorabilia (you probably won’t have room for it) • Printer (your residence hall, library and computer lab have free printing)

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WHAT DO YOU LIKE/NOT LIKE ABOUT BALL STATE?

go find your classrooms the day before class begins, so you aren’t lost on your first day. itll be a huge relief! ellerusse find places other than the atruim to eat mozball88 Hopefully you have quarters! ghudson Freshman...run away...run far far away, get out while you still can! preshamilton DON’T TAKE 8 AM CLASSES. they’re the worst!!! mmzeman dear freshmen, be a part of at least ONE organization/club on campus! if you don’t, you’ll regret it! tashamstrbates Prioritize. Don’t procrastinate. College is different than high school. Give yourself deadlines. And stick to them. NathanM777

I LIKE THE TRAVEL SYSTEM (SHUTTLES), THEY ARE ESPECIALLY NICE IN THE WINTER. I WOULD LIKE TO HAVE A PARKING GARAGE CLOSER TO THE MIDDLE.

BRANDON JONES, junior computer science major

I LIKE HOW SOME OF THE BUILDINGS ON CAMPUS CONNECT TO EACH OTHER. SOMETHING I DON’T LIKE ARE THAT THE COMMUTER LOTS ARE ON OPPOSITE SIDES OF CAMPUS.

I LIKE HOW THE CLASSES FOR YOUR MAJOR ARE SMALLER. ... I DON’T LIKE HOW THE LIBRARY IS NOT 24 HOURS. I GET OUT OF WORK AT 11 P.M., AND I ONLY HAVE A FEW HOURS TO STUDY DAVID BERNARD, senior HERE.

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I REALLY LIKE THE CAMPUS. IT’S REALLY PLEASANT, WITH A LOT OF TREES TO RELAX UNDER. I DON’T LIKE THE UNIVERSITY PARKING POLICIES AND THE TICKES.

THE UNIVERSITY OFFERS A LOT OF DIFFERENT PROGRAMS. ... BUT SOME OF THE PREREQUISITE COURSES AND THE CORE CURRICULUM CLASSES ARE TIME CONSUMING.

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BSU DINING: WHERE TO GET GRUB |KATHLEEN BRANSON STAFF REPORTER Ball State University offers several dining options for students. The variety of food should suit most students, and the locations are spread across the university. Also, some locations are nestled in buildings where students work or study. With three locations to be added in Fall 2010, Dining Services is expanding to make it more convenient for students to grab something to eat between classes. Students can use their meal plans for most of these locations. Ball State students, whether they live on campus or off, do not have to pay sales tax at these dining places. These are the dining locations available for Fall 2010.

1. NOYER CENTRE

Noyer Centre is located near the center of campus, in Noyer Complex. The Food Mall and Marketplace feature a breakfast area and a selection of fast food, comfort food, pasta, salads and snacks for lunch and dinner. The Retreat is another option inside Noyer, although students can only walk in during dinner. The Retreat opens during lunch for faculty and staff, featuring an a la carte menu.

2. THE ATRIUM - ART AND JOURNALISM BUILDING

One of the main dining locations on campus, the Atrium has a wide selection for anyone searching for a meal in the university’s central area. The Atrium includes Chick-fil-A Express and Sbarrothe Italian Eatery, two national chains. It also includes McKinley Grille (hot soups and sandwiches), Caliente (Mexican cuisine) and Asian creations (Asian cuisine).

3. THE TALLY - L.A. PITTENGER STUDENT CENTER One of the newest dining locations on campus, the Tally at the Student Center features student favorites, such as salads, comfort food and snacks. The Tally also has a Taco Bell and a Starbucks Café.

4. TOM JOHN FOOD SHOP KINGHORN HALL

A new dining location will complement a new residence hall. Tom John Food Shop, a sandwich bar and convenience store located in Kinghorn Hall, will open in Fall 2010.

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Located in LaFollette Complex, LaFollette Square offers three dining options. Students can eat breakfast at America’s Buffet, which includes fruit, yogurt, cereal and other breakfast essentials. Courtside has hot soup and toasted subs, among other options. The third location, Out of Bounds, offers fast food items, quick snacks and non-perishables.

10. QUIZNOS - STUDENT REC AND WELLNESS FACILITY

Micro Café, located on the first floor of Studebaker West, is convenient for students living on the far east side of campus who need a quick snack. The Micro Café offers microwavable entrees, sandwiches and salads for students on the go.

7. ELLIOT DINING

Located on the south end of campus behind Elliott Hall, Elliot Dining offers a wide selection for one price. A swipe from a BSU ID card is all that is needed. Elliot Dining’s main draw is it’s all-youcan eat buffet. The location also has a selection of desserts and a frozen yogurt machine.

Bookmark Café is a convenient place for students who are working or studying in the library. The shop offers pastries, sandwiches, salads and other smaller snack foods. It also serves Seattle’s Best brand coffee and Tazo Teas, which are good after long hours studying. Woodworth Commons features a good selection of food paired with cozy lounge areas, dotted with couches, televisions and a variety of tables. Woodworth has Italian food from Della Casa to Salads and sandwiches from Deli World.

Expanding the university’s dining options, Quiznos will open fall 2010 within the Student Recreation and Wellness Facility.

11. JAMBA JUICE

Jamba Juice, a national chain smoothie store, will occupy the place of the Barnes and Noble Café, located in the Art and Journalism Building.

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The Village is located on University Ave, a block away from the L.A. Pittenger Student Center and has some restaurants and bars that make good meeting places. These are some of the shops and eateries in the Village: • mt Cup • Village Green • Scotty’s Brewhouse • The Locker Room • The White Rabbit Book Store • Wizard’s Keep

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THE VILLAGE Outside Ball State University are places students can visit to hang out with friends and engage in activities outside of campus.

The Village is located on University Avenue, a block away from the L.A. Pittenger Student Center and has some restaurants and bars that make good meeting places. These are some of the shops and eateries in the Village: • MT Cup • Village Green • Scotty’s Brewhouse • The Locker Room • The White Rabbit Book Store • Wizard’s Keep

We’re Here For You Counseling Center

Students who were concerned about staying in school because of problems with depression, stress & anxiety said counseling helped them succeed.

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Health Center

The Health Center is staffed by highly credentialed doctors and nurses. It includes a women’s center, physical therapy department and a pharmacy.

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Health Education

Health Education provides outreach programs in residence halls and to student organizations, offers free smoking cessation classes, and provides free condoms and dental dams.

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TOP STORYLINES FROM LAST YEAR 1.

BUDGET CUTS AND RE-ARRANGEMENTS

After Gov. Mitch Daniels issued a $150 million budget cut in December, much of the spring 2009 talk on campus was about how Ball State University would handle its own budget. The Ball State board of trustees then began planning the university’s operating budget cuts for 2011, asking students, faculty and staff for suggestions and holding forum sessions to communicate some of the proposed solutions. The board approved a $15.2 million cut from Ball State’s operating budget in March. It was a solution that did not involve increasing tuition or forloughs (unpaid leaves of absences). Instead, half of the cuts apply to employee health care plans.

BALL STATE SLAPPER AND CAMPUS CRIMES

What started as a report of an assault on two women became a controversial topic for the Spring Semester. Nicole Szoko and Christine Edgeman, a student and an employee, were walking down Neely Avenue the morning of April 8 when a stranger riding a bicycle slapped them on their behinds. The report was announced

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through a campus-wide e-mail sent by the Department of Public Safety. As a result, a Facebook page was created, which has almost 14,500 fans, and some versions of the story made national headlines. Several other crimes were seen on campus in the 2009-2010 academic year. In November, a student was attacked near the village, and three days later, two men fired shots from their cars toward the Chug because they were denied access to the bar. In May, police caught four suspects stealing from cars in Scheumann Stadium parking lot. A few days later, a student was robbed and cut with a knife on the Cow Path near the LaFollette Complex; the student was taken to Ball Memorial Hospital and released.

SWINE FLU AT BSU AND IN INDIANA

On Sept. 10 Ball State officials confirmed there had been two students likely infected with swine flu. This was announced a month before H1N1 vaccines were made available at the Amelia T. Wood Health Center. Kent Bullis, director of the health center, said 30 to 50 percent of people on campus would get swine flu if nobody received vaccinations. On Oct. 26 President Barack Obama Ball declared the swine flu outbreak a

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national emergency. Cases of the H1N1 virus made headlines for the rest of the fall, but in Spring 2010, the number of patients with the H1N1 virus decreased, allowing programs like the Indiana State Department of Health swine flu telephone hotline to close. The health enter reported low numbers of seasonal flu and no numbers for swine flu in the Spring Semester.

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University Education Committee asked for the day to be eliminated in favor of a second day for Fall Break. The decision came after members of the committee said “Fruesday isn’t working well.” Put into action in 2007, Fruesday is the Tuesday of Thanskgiving week. On Tuesday of Thanksgiving week, students attend Friday classes to accommodate for an imbalanced schedule resulting from the elimination of Saturday finals. The debate was brought down to the University Senate to approve the legislation needed to abolish Fruesday. However, President Jo Ann Gora absatined from voting, saying she would rather see a day added than

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CONSTRUCTION WILL CONTINUE ON CAMPUS

With some projects to end in fall 2010 and some others about to start, Ball State University continues to expand, adding new facilities, as well as renovating some others. In the next couple months the university will add a new residence a hall, a renovated recreation center, a new instructional building, a transformed street and new dining locations. As the geothermal project nears the end of phase 1, part of the system will begin to work, starting in the Glick Center for Glass.

BATTLE FOR INDIANA: ELECTIONS 2010

Midterm elections will be held November 2010. Among the most important participants in this race are Rep. Brad Ellsworth D-Ind. and former Sen. Dan Coats, candidates for the indiana Senate seat. Participation from students could play a key role in this election where both candidates have some odds agaisnt them. Although Coats has proved to be a strong candidate, his background as lobbyist might weaken him in his path to the senate seat. Ellsworth, Indiana

GO BOLD OR GO HOME: GORA NEARS GOAL

President Jo Ann Gora’s deadline for her initiative to raise funds for the university is 2011. So far, her Bold campaign has raised more than $191 million, more than 95 percent of the goal. The funds will be used to expand the university, add more immersive learning programs and do more facility upgrades.

TO BUY OR NOT TO BUY: THE VILLAGE

Toward the end of spring 2010 a couple events in the Village made headlines. Four buildings in the Village — University Square, mt Cup, Mugly’s Pub and Eatery and Jimmy John’s — became targets for mortgage foreclosures. The mtCup was scheduled to be sold at an auction on May 12. However, owner of the mt Cup Myles Ogea filed for bankcruptcy a day before the auction. The absence of businesses in the village is bringing new entrepreneurs to seek

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new opportunities; a few weeks from now a new bar will open on Dill Street where Charlie’s Library was formerly.

Spring 2010 ended with thefts on un-locked cars at Scheumann stadium and a robbery on the cow path. The number of crimes on or near campus have increased within the last year. Whether the growth will continue is yet to be seen. While the University Police Department continues working on cases from last year, they might encounter fresh new cases for this coming year.

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17. HAVE LUNCH WITH GORA. 18. Sit in The Nest. 19. Watch out for the ass slapper. 20. Eat at every dining hall at least once. 21. Leave a note under the Naked Lady. 22. Tailgate before a football game. 23. Play four-square at the scramble light. 24. Go to a Greek event.

25. Skip a class. 26. Ride the Tipsy Trolly. 27. Dance at Dill Street.

31. Travel to a Ball State road game 32. Learn to chirp. 33. Learn the Ball State fight song.

29. EAT THE FUGEDABOUDIT BURGER AT AMAZING JOE’S GRILL.

35. Sit in The Nest. 36. Go to Late Night. 28. Visit Christy Woods 34. Take advantage of 37. Get your five free penny pitchers at Dill and the greenhouses. condoms from the Street Bar & Grill (when health center. 30. Check out Cardinal you’re 21, of course). Greenways. 38. Go to the Quad Bash.

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EIGHT STORIES HIGH The five brothers of funk have been headlining gigs around the Midwest for three years, so it’s no surprise that they’ve become a local favorite. The band’s double-fisted sucker punch of rock and funk is enough to take any music aficionado for a loop. High-energy jams and blazing improvisation are hallmarks of the group’s music. Just don’t heckle them by screaming “Free Bird.” They WILL play it.

KING MOUNTAIN What makes this mountain of a band a heavy-hitter in the Muncie music scene is its poetic lyrics, raw sound and utter tomfoolery — elements that have made King Mountain local favorites. Lead singer, Joel Cederberg, certainly doesn’t have the voice of an angel, but who needs that when you have a $30 pawnshop mandolin, an eclectic group of musicians and introspective lyrics. If you’re lucky, you might catch them rehearsing on their front porch.

COWBOY ANGELS The seed was planted two years ago when lead singer Dan England began crafting songs — songs that would become staples for England’s band, Cowboy Angels. The southern rock quartet is driven by its passion for music. England even said he has to finish what the famous country musician Gram Parsons started. But Cowboy Angels ain’t into copying anything, as they blaze the way with their innovative twangy rock, song after song. It’s so tasty.

POTTER’S FIELD BOYS There’s something magical about three-piece bands. Perhaps it’s the simplicity. Perhaps it’s the cohesiveness. Perhaps it’s because of bands such as Green Day, Blink 182, Rush and The Police that make three so alluring. Whatever it is, King Mountain — firmly rooted in folk and described as an “anti-blues, blues band” — is too enticing to pass up. Think of their music as a mix between two decades: the ’30s, post-Depression era, and the ’70s.

WOODEN BOXES Sweet melodies amidst wispy vocals and quaint harmonies make listening to this Muncie band easier than a Sunday morning. Banjos, ukuleles, guitars and, of course, a wooden box, are all employed by the Muncie quintet. The group won’t rock your socks off, but it will weave beautiful vocal harmonies and stripped-down folk instrumentals together like no one else. BONESETTERS Since the band’s formation in January 2009, the five musicians of The Bonesetters have been supplying Muncie with a healthy dose of delicious and eclectic homegrown music. The band’s first album features everything from old-West influenced tunes to infectious tap-your-feet tracks. Be sure to check out the new EP, “SAVAGES.”

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BUY, RENT OR DOWNLOAD TEXTBOOKS Bookstores now offer students various methods to obtain textbooks |JACLYN GOLDSBOROUGH ASST. NEWS EDITOR On Ball State University’s campus there is only one bookstore, Barnes & Noble Bookstore, located in the Art and Journalism Building. A few blocks down McKinley Avenue, TIS Bookstore and CBX Bookstore are located on University Avenue. Bookstores have always sold textbooks to students and also offered to buy them back at the end of the semester, but this year was different. Local bookstores that offered textbook rentals for the �irst semester like TIS, found it to be a successful venture. “All of our students who rented textbooks returned them back,” said general manager of TIS Pam Suminski. “No students defaulted on a rental, which is very encouraging.” With such a successful �irst semester, Suminski said the bookstore plans to continue the rental program. Keeping up with the national trend and seeing the success of online textbook rental websites, TIS began book rentals spring semester of 2010, which Suminski said was a great time to test the waters. While students do not receive buy back money at the end of the semester, students are still able to save some money. Senior photojournalism major Jesse Irwin said she rented textbooks from Chegg. com, a popular textbook renting website. Irwin said she was not pleased with the money she received from buy back and �irst heard about Chegg.com after friends told her how much money they saved by using the site. “It was pretty simple, all you have to do is search the serial number or book title on the site, and they sent them to you within a few days,” she said. She said while the process is very easy, she has yet to send the books back with the prepaid label because of how hectic

life gets after the semester is done. Irwin saves over $200 by renting textbooks from the Web site. Suminski hopes that students will see the bene�its of not having to mail the books back and just returning them to a local bookstore. “We see online vendors renting books, and we wanted to try it out, but at TIS, it’s more convenient for students because they don’t have to mail it back, they just stop by,” Suminski said. Ron Sorrell, general manager of the Ball State Bookstore, said in the fall semester they plan on beginning their book rental program. With their program, students can rent books online or in-store, and they can have it shipped or pick it up, just like any other Barns & Nobel purchase. “It’s a matter of giving the student their choices,” Sorrell said. Sorrell said the Ball State Bookstore buys books back for 50 percent of the purchase price, if the professor ordered it for the following semester. However, if the book is not ordered or out of date, a lower price is offered, which is made by the national wholesaler. But, he said, students don’t understand the bene�it of buying from the Ball State Bookstore and the fact that they can buy, rent and purchase books and ebooks online. The only extra step to renting is providing a credit card in case the book is not returned properly, but Sorrell said other than that, the process was seamless for students. TIS is working on expanding their rental list this summer as well as the availability of digital textbooks, while the Ball State Bookstore is getting ready to launch their rental program in the fall. However, both stores understand it’s about saving money and choices for the students.

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KEEPING THE PACE ON YOUR HEALTH « Muncie, campus offer many It is easier to run for a longer running locations to spice time when you are outdoors the scenery is always up your exercise routines because changing versus being indoors. » | MATT HOLDEN STAFF REPORTER

Whether the fabled “freshman 15” is something that actually happens to most freshman is a debatable idea. What is not questionable, however, is one proven way to combat an adverse diet and lifestyle change: exercise. With the new Recreation and Wellness Facility opening in the fall, there will be plenty of options available for students to shed extra pounds and fight the newfound stress that comes with being in college. But before the brisk fall winds make being outside intolerable, it can be very rewarding to run outdoors. It just so happens that Muncie has some great places to run. The first, and most obvious place, would be on campus. Once upon a time, McKinley Avenue wasn’t nearly as easy on the eye as it is today, and groups such as the Ball State Runners Association (BSRA) frequently make use of the well-kept road while exercising.

Cardinal Greenways offers a scenic route for the occasional jogger or the everyday runner.

SCOTT GOGOLIN, Ball State Runners Association treasurer Christy Woods also serves as a good break from reality when on a jog; the dense tree count helps mask the absence of Muncie’s buildings. For an even more authentic outdoor experience, some students choose to run at the Minnetrista cultural center, just east of campus off of Wheeling Avenue. Here, students can not only get a good workout in, but they can also get a little taste of what Muncie has to offer culturally. With a heavy focus on “nature, history, gardens and art,” the scenic beauty is enough to make a runner pause for a very satisfying rest. The final and arguably most ideal place to run can be found right along McGalliard Road, under a peculiar pedestrian crossing sign complete with blinking yellow lights

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directly overhead. The Cardinal Greenways, as the path is called, was built specifically for outdoor activities such as running as well as biking. Though the BSRA frequently makes trips though campus, the Cardinal Greenways presents a premiere place to run outside and have a good experience according to club treasurer Scott Gogolin. “It’s nice to run on because it is a paved trail that is just for runners, walkers and bikers,” Gogolin said. This paved path happens to be one of the longest in Indiana, stretching all the way

from Peru to Richmond. The path is also a part of the American Discovery Trail, which stretches from the East coast to the West coast of the U.S. The White River Greenway, an offshoot of the Cardinal Greenways, runs along the White River, yet another Muncie icon and something that students won’t find inside a gym. Locations such as the river are one of the benefits of running outdoors, Gogolin said. “It is easier to run for a longer time when you are outdoors because the scenery is always changing versus being indoors,” Gogolin said.

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CAN FOOTBALL REBOUND?

A devastating 2-10 record, just a year after the best season in program history, has some fans wondering if coach Stan Parrish will be able to get Ball State back on the right track. Losing coach Brady Hoke, MAC Offensive Player of the Year Nate Davis and four starters from the offensive line gave Parrish some breathing room last year, but that is gone now. The Cardinals returned almost everyone from last year’s team and brought in a recruiting class Parrish is excited about. Ball State will need early success in September if the campus is going to get excited for the 2010 campaign.

NEW COACHES FOR FOUR BSU TEAMS

Four new coaches will be on the sidelines this fall, all with their own expectations and challenges. Beth Maddox (field hockey), Craig Roberts (soccer) and Christine Bader (women’s tennis) will all take over programs that haven’t had much success lately and don’t have a lot of talent to create instant success with. New women’s volleyball coach Steve Shondell, however, isn’t in that boat. Shondell feels that he already has enough talent to compete in the MAC. With his dominance at the high school level and the success of his family at the college level, Shondell will be expected to turn around the program right away.

MEN’S BASKETBALL SEALING THE DEAL

In each of the past two years, Ball State has found itself in the driver’s seat to win the MAC West division but has not won an outright title. Coach Billy Taylor has largely been given a pass after inheriting a program in flux after the Ronny Thompson scandal, but that period has passed. Taylor’s own recruits are now juniors, and fans will be looking for big production from center Jarrod Jones and point guard Randy Davis. After a couple missteps the past two years, the Cardinals will be expected to take advantage of their experience this year.

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WILL BASEBALL RELOAD OR REBUILD?

A loss on the final day of the regular season denied Ball State a MAC regular season championship, and the team was bounced from the conference tournament without a title as well. But those losses won’t stop All-American second baseman/starting pitcher Kolbrin Vitek from being taken in the first round of the MLB draft June 7. Also, the Cardinals will likely lose All-MAC starting pitcher Perci Garner to the draft, and All-MAC catcher Zach Dygert has graduated. Coach Greg Beals said the Cardinals will have a good team next year, but with so much talent headed to the pros, this spring could turn into a rebuilding season.

CAN MAGGERT CARRY BSU TO THE TOURNEY

Ball State made its first appearance in the NCAA women’s basketball tournament in 2009, but took a step back last year. The Cardinals’ fate this year will rest with power forward Emily Maggert. The senior has twice been named All-MAC and will be a contender for MAC Player of the Year. Maggert averaged a double-double last year and has already scored more than 1,000 points in her career. Coach Kelly Packard will have to give Maggert a talented enough supporting cast for Ball State to be able to make it past perennial conference powerhouse Bowling Green and get back to the Big Dance.

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WHO IS THE QUARTERBACK?

Sophomore Kelly Page started the first seven games last year before a broken thumb ended his season. However, Page was splitting time with senior Tanner Justice before the injury and won’t be handed the job back automatically. Justice is gone, but Page has been competing with freshman Aaron Mershman for the job since Spring Practice began. Coach Stan Parrish said Page holds a slim lead over Mershman for the job now, but new recruit Keith Wenning will join the quarterback derby. Page and Mershman didn’t wow anyone in the spring, and Wenning will likely have a very real opportunity to win the starting job.

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Ball State senior MiQuale Lewis runs the ball at Scheumann Stadium during the opening game of the season on Sept. 2. Lewis will return for a fifth season in 2010.

WHAT’S THE STATUS OF THE RUNNING BACK CORPS?

The NCAA awarded a medical redshirt to All-MidAmerican Conference senior MiQuale Lewis in March, clearing the way for the tailback to return for a fifth season. The return of the Cardinals’ third-leading career rusher is good news, but it means Parrish will have to get creative with his running backs. Cory Sykes and Eric Williams combined for 921 yards last year, and both will be back. In addition, David Brown was redshirted last year, but Parrish is excited about him as well.

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WILL THE CARDS GO TO A BOWL GAME?

The Cardinals start the season with two home games against FCS teams, but the schedule gets much more difficult in a hurry. Ball State travels to Purdue on Sept. 18 to begin a three-week road trip with stops at Iowa and Central Michigan. Playing two Big Ten teams and the defending MAC champions in consecutive weeks will be both mentally and physically demanding. But if the Cardinals want to return to a bowl this year, they will have to overcome what Parrish called the toughest stretch of games in the conference.

An undefeated regular season and rising to a ranking of No. 12 in the country in 2008 left Ball State with big expectations in 2009. But the Cardinals didn’t win a game until the eighth week of the season. Now the Cardinals hope to regroup and make their third bowl game in four years. For Ball State to get back to the postseason, it will need to take advantage of its talented underclassmen, who now have a full year of experience under their belts. It will also have to do a better job closing out victories, which cost Ball State multiple times last year.

TEAM BREAKDOWN

2009 SEASON RECAP Team record: 2-10 (2-6 MAC) Season highlight: MiQuale Lewis setting the single-game rushing yard record in wins vs. EMU. Season lowlight: Losing to New Hampshire, a FCS team, in the second week of the season. Overview: With a new coach and high expectations from fans, Ball State started the season 0-7. Ball State won two of its five final conference games, including an upset victory in the season finale against Western Michigan. TEAM’S VITALS: MAC championships: 5 Most recent championship: 1996 Head coach: Stan Parrish (second season) Starters returning/lost: 11/11 Home venue: Scheumann Stadium When it plays: August through November PLAYER TO WATCH: MiQuale Lewis, running back: The All-MAC player returns for his fifth season after the NCAA gave a medical redshirt year in the offseason. INCOMING FRESHMAN TO WATCH: Keith Wenning, quarterback: Parrish compared Wenning to Nate Davis, the most prolific QB quarterback in Ball State history. Wenning will compete for the starting job this season.

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WHO ARE THE KEY PLAYERS FOR SUCCESS IN 2010?

Who are the key players for success in 2010? Multiple players are needed in a big way for Ball State to finish above .500. It all starts with Brittany McGinnis setting. Last year was tough on her with an inconsistent lineup due to injuries. If she’s able to take it to a new level, the Cardinals will have more reasons to smile. Hannah Sullivan and Kelsey Brandl need to continue where they left off last season. At the end of the year Brandl in the middle was collecting double-digit kills in many MAC games while Sullivan had 20 kills one night and backed it up with defense on another.

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What are the key matches? The first key match won’t take place until Sept. 17 against UNC. Entering this match Ball State could be undefeated or close to it. This match will tell of how far this team has come in a short period of time. Other key matches will be the Oct. 15 showdown with defending MAC champion Ohio and the divisional matches against the Michigan schools (Central, Eastern and Western). Ball State had significant trouble with them, going a combined 1-5 last season. The road to a good finish in the MAC will run through Michigan.

WILL THE LACK OF SPRING PRACTICE HURT THIS TEAM?

The resignation of Dave Boos before spring ball started was a blow to the team. They got three days of practice with Shondell. This shouldn’t hurt the team too much, however. Sure, they’re behind in terms of learning Shondell’s system, but Shondell is a master teacher and all players are rededicated and motivated. The team will be deeper than it has been in the last five years with the addition of walk-ons Claire Farkas and Alexis Shonkwiller. That means almost every starting spot is up for grabs when the season opens in late August.

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2010 SEASON RECAP Team record: 15-16 (7-9 MAC) Season highlight: Sweeping Akron in the first round of the MAC Tournament Season lowlight: Losing to last-place Eastern Michigan twice, including once at Worthen Arena Overview: Ball State was predicted to finish second in the MAC West in preseason polls. Injuries and defensive struggles resulted in the team finishing in fourth place and losing to Ohio in the MAC Tournament quarterfinals TEAM’S VITALS: MAC championships: 6 Most recent championship: 2002 Head coach: Steve Shondell (first season) Starters returning/lost: 5/2 Home venue: Worthen Arena When it plays: August through November PLAYER TO WATCH: Kelsy Brandl, middle attacker: A First-Team All-MAC selection last seson and was second in the conference with a .340 attack percentage. INCOMING FRESHMAN TO WATCH: Whitney Heeres, outside attacker: A 6-foot2 player who set a school record for her high school with more than 1,600 kills.

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4 QUESTIONS FOR THIS SEASON: MEN’S BASKETBALL

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HAS THE GRACE PERIOD ENDED FOR TAYLOR?

Taylor arrived at Ball State in the wake of the Ronny Thompson scandal. He found a program that was gutted of talent and lacked a real recruiting class. The year that followed, 20072008, was the worst in Cardinals’ history. However, from that wilderness, Taylor has coaxed his team into contention for the MAC West the last two years. But the Cardinals have folded down the stretch in each of the past two years. If Taylor doesn’t deliver Ball State a team that can contend for the MAC title, he may find himself in hot water with the fan base.

WILL JARROD JONES RETURN TO FORM?

Jones was the star of Taylor’s 2008 recruiting class and had an instant impact at Ball State. But last year in conference play, the center’s presence vanished. Jones was selected as a preseason mid-major all-American, but ended the year averaging 12.2 points and 7.4 rebounds. Against MAC teams, Jones averaged 10.8 points, leaving most of the scoring burden

on point guard Randy Davis. Many coaches in the conference think he is the best big man in the league. If Ball State wants to contend for the MAC title this year, Jones will need to get back to playing up to his potential.

IS THE RANDY DAVIS WE SAW FOR REAL?

For the first year and a half of Davis’ career at Ball State, he looked lost and was unable to make shots that had fallen easily for him in high school. Last year, as the Cardinals entered into the conference season, Davis turned his game around. All of a sudden he was a force on the floor, making baskets and distributing the ball well. He led the team with 13.2 points per game in the MAC. But many Ball State fans wondered which Davis is the real one? The Cardinals success this year is tied to Davis being able to score in double digits and be effective at the point.

CAN BSU HANDLE HEAVY EXPECTATIONS?

The MAC West hasn’t been overloaded with talent the past few years, and this year is

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Terrence Watson struggles for a rebound against Western Michigan last season in Worthen Arena. Watson was one of two seniors on Ball State last season.

unlikely to be any different. MAC Player of the Year David Kool graduated, leaving Western Michigan without a star. Northern Illinois and Toledo find their programs in disarray and Eastern Michigan lost two key starters to graduation. Ball State and Central Michigan

will be expected to finish at the top of the division this year. Seeing their name at the top of preseason polls will be uncharted territory for Taylor and the Cardinals. Responding well to expectations will be vital to a successful winter in Muncie.

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SPORTS

4 QUESTIONS FOR THIS SEASON: MEN’S VOLLEYBALL

SETTER, OUTSIDE ATTACKERS BIGGEST QUESTION MARKS 1.

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Outside attacker Jamion Hartley beats the Rutger-Newark defense as he gets the kill for Ball State. Hartley will return for his sophomore season in 2011.

Ball State will have a new setter running its offense after four-year starter and three-time all-conference setter Ethan Pheister ended his college career in April. Sophomore Dan Wichmann will be the likely starting setter heading into offseason workouts. Wichmann came off the bench to play in four matches last season and averaged 5.00 assists per game, compared with Pheister’s 11.74 assists per game average. Ball State has also not won a conference title with a first-year starting setter in 16 years.

CAN BALL STATE GET OUTSIDE HELP?

The biggest question from last year returns for the 2011 season: finding consistent production for the outside attackers. The Cardinals used more than 10 starting combinations at outside attackers and did not have a player in the MIVA’s top 10 for kills or kills per game. Ball State to fill the outside attacker void will rely on sophomore Jamion Hartley to continue to develop after an off-and-on freshman season and senior Marcus Imwalle to be healthy after missing a majority of the 2010 season with a leg injury.

IS THIS THE YEAR THAT THE DROUGHT ENDS?

WHO WILL BE THE NEW SETTER THIS YEAR?

ARE THESE THE BEST ALL-TIME MIDDLES?

J.D. Gasparovic and Anders Nelson were both named to the All-MIVA Team last season and finished the season in the conference’s top 10 for blocks per game and attack percentage. Opposing MIVA coaches have called Gasparovic and Nelson the best middle attackers in the conference, and former Ball State coaches are starting to put these two in the discussion for best middle attacker combination the Cardinals’ history. With this being Gasparovic’s senior year, its the last season for Gasparovic and Nelson to make their legacy.

The men’s volleyball team has won the most conference championships of any Ball State team but has not won a title since 2002 — its longest drought in program history. If Ball State can get offensive production from its outside attackers, it has chance to end the streak. It will mostly have to go through Ohio State, though, to win the MIVA. The Buckeyes have won three consecutive MIVA championships and have two All-Americans — setter Steven Kehoe and outside attacker Shawn Sangrey — returning for the upcoming season.

TEAM BREAKDOWN

2010 SEASON RECAP Team record: 19-11 (7-5 MIVA) Season highlight: Sweeping No. 3 Cal State Northridge in March at Worthen Arena Season lowlight: Losing to Quincy, a Division II team, in February for the first time in nine years Overview: Ball State started the season No. 11 in the national rankings and ended at No. 14 after losing to No. 10 Ohio State in the MIVA Tournament seminfals. TEAM’S VITALS: MIVA championships: 21 Most recent championship: 2002 Head coach: Joel Walton (13th season) Starters returning/lost: 4/3 Home venue: Worthen Area When it plays: January through April PLAYER TO WATCH: J.D. Gasparovic, middle attacker: As a junior, the All-American was fifth in the nation with a 1.49 blocks per game average last season. INCOMING FRESHMAN TO WATCH: Kevin Owens, middle attacker: Led Cathedral High School to an Indiana boy’s volleyball state championship and had a match-high 17 kills in the state championship.

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NEWS

OTHER TEAMS TO WATCH THIS YEAR THE REST OF BALL STATE

BASEBALL

2010 SEASON RECAP Team record: 29-29 (19-8 MAC) Season highlight: Defeating No. 7 Louisville 5-1 to close out a three-game series in March Season lowlight: Loss two games to Toledo in the final weekend to fallout first in the MAC West Overview: After being 6-14 and playing a majority of ranked teams in non-conference play, Ball State won all but the MAC series and a chance to repeat as West champions entering the final day of the season. The next week the Cardinals were eliminated early in the MAC tournament. TEAM’S VITALS: MAC championships: 1 Most recent championship: 2006 Head coach: Greg Beals (ninth season) Starters returning/lost: 6/3 Home venue: Ball Diamond When it plays: February through May PLAYER TO WATCH: Perci Garner, pitcher: First BSU starting pitcher to make the First-Team All-MAC since 2005 OFF-SEASON NEWS: With Kolbrin Vitek likely to be a high pick in the MLB Draft this summer, the 2010 MAC Player of the Year could forego his senior season.

FIELD HOCKEY

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SOFTBALL

2009 SEASON RECAP Team record: 4-15 (2-8 MAC) Season highlight: Coming back from a three-goal deficit to defeat Missouri State 4-3 Season lowlight: Allowing a season-high eight goals in an 8-0 conference loss to Kent State Overview: Ball State doubled its win total from the previous year, but failed to win more than five games for the third straight year. The Cardinals finished the season fifth place in the MAC and lost in the first round of the MAC Tournament. TEAM’S VITALS: MAC championships: 10 Most recent championship: 1999 Head coach: Beth Maddox (first season) Starters returning/lost: 9/2 Home venue: BSU Turf Field When it plays: August through November PLAYER TO WATCH: Devanny Kuhn, forward: Had a four-goal game against Missouri State and finished tied for the team lead with five goals OFF-SEASON NEWS: Head coach Annette Payne was fired after the season and replaced with Beth Maddox. Maddox had been the assistant coach at Colgate.

2010 SEASON RECAP Team record: 43-15 (17-5 MAC) Season highlight: Defeating Kent State 5-1 in the MAC Tournament championship Season lowlight: Losing to Louisville to be eliminated from the NCAA Regionals Overview: The Cardinals won their first MAC championship since 1988 and advanced to the NCAA Regionals for the second time in program history. Senior pitcher Elizabeth Milian also set the BSU record for career and season strikeouts. TEAM’S VITALS: MAC championships: 2 Most recent championship: 2010 Head coach: Craig Nicholson (fifth season) Starters returning/lost: 3/6 Home venue: BSU Softball Complex When it plays: February through May PLAYER TO WATCH: Lisa Rozanski, center fielder: Led the conference in steals and was elected to the First-Team AllMAC for the second straight season OFF-SEASON NEWS: The softball team was the only Ball State team to win the MAC title last school year. No other team even made it to the conference tournament semifinals.

TWEET TALK

don’t waste your time rooting for ball state sports. Might as well go root for world peace njridgeway know we are the team wearing red,black& white. Also they shouldnt do it under the bleacher...people can see down there DavidCoatsII

FOLLOW US ON TWITTER AT DN_SPORTS FOR THE LATEST CARDINALS’ HEADLINES AND TO GIVE YOUR THOUGHTS ON ALL THE BALL STATE SPORTS TEAMS. dn_sports: What is one thing freshmen should know about Ball State sports?

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL

2009-10 SEASON RECAP Team record: 14-17 (7-9 MAC) Season highlight: Senior Audrey McDonald setting the BSU record for career 3-pointers Season lowlight: Losing to Bowling Green to cap off a six-game conference losing streak Overview: As the defending MAC champions, the Cardinals struggled in conference play, despite being among the top five in the MAC for most major offensive categories. Ball State lost to Toledo in the MAC Tournament quarterfinals. TEAM’S VITALS: MAC championships: 1 Most recent championship: 2009 Head coach: Kelly Packard (third season) Starters returning/lost: 2/3 Home venue: Worthen Area When it plays: November through March PLAYER TO WATCH: Emily Maggert, forward: Led Ball State in scoring in 18 games last season and the school’s single-season record for rebounds with 312 OFF-SEASON NEWS: Following the season, Packard released assistant coach Carter Shaw and assistant coach Lisa McDonald resigned for personal reasons.

Men’s volleyball is a lot more exciting than it sounds, go to a game, it’s a lot of fun Steph_Med our sports are like a roller coaster, it always shoots straight down at it’s highest point BobbyDEllis hey freshy fyi: ronny thompson set back our basketball program

nearly 30 years....oh letting coach hoke go also brilliant ItsMandik go to the football games, but stay out at tailgating Beaker583 The best thing about the sports teams is tailgating! michaelhaely

WOMEN’S GOLF Ball State finished the MAC Championships in second place — its best finish in program history — and Katherine Mowat was named the 2010 MAC Coach of the Year. In addition, Brittany Kelly, a First-Team AllMAC selection, returns for her senior year. GYMNASTICS Three Ball State players reached the NCAA Regionals in April after the team finished fifth at the MAC Championships. Two of those players — Brittany Emmons and Tiffany Brodbeck — will return to the Cardinals in 2011 with the junior Emmons looking for her third trip to regionals. SOCCER For the third time in its program’s 11-year history Ball State failed to reach the MAC Tournament last season. In the off-season, second-year coach Michael Lovett was fired and replaced with Craig Roberts. Roberts had been the head coach at Tennessee-Martin for the last four seasons. MEN’S TENNIS The Cardinals have won 19 MAC championships, but have gone four years without a title following a loss to Western Michigan at the MAC Tournament semifinals in April. The 2010 MAC Player of the Year Eduardo Pavia will return for his senior as Ball State’s No. 1 singles player. WOMEN’S TENNIS After coach Kathy Bull was relieved of her duties mid-season for self-reported NCAA violations, the Cardinals finished 8-15 and in eighth place in the MAC. The Cardinals hired 23-year-old and former Evansville head coach Christine Bader in May to be their new head coach. CROSS COUNTRY The Cardinals finished in 11th place in the 2009 MAC and will be without Ali Bishel, who reached NCAA Championships in November as a senior. MEN’S GOLF Sophomore TJ Carpenter shot a team-low 72 in the final day of the MAC Championships to finish ninth, but Ball State as a team ended in eighth. MEN’S SWIMMING AND DIVING Ball State finished in eighth out of nine teams at the MAC Championships in March and has not had a top-three finish in MAC in five years. WOMEN’S SWIMMING AND DIVING Ball State ended in last place at the MAC Championships in March — the only Ball State sports team last school year to finish in last place. TRACK AND FIELD Ball State had one player qualify for the NCAA Regionals last season and finished in 10th place at the MAC Championships in May.

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What to know about other the other schools in Ball State’s conference

SPORTS

AKRON Usually a contender to win MAC in: men’s basketball, soccer, women’s tennis

CENTRAL MICHIGAN Usually a contender to win the MAC in: football, soccer gymnastics

MIAMI Usually a contender to win the MAC in: women’s tennis, track and field, men’s basketball

TOLEDO Usually a contender to win the MAC in: women’s basketball, women’s swimming, baseball

BOWLING GREEN Usually a contender to win MAC in: women’s basketball, football, women’s volleyball

EASTERN MICHIGAN Usually a contender to win the MAC in: men’s golf, soccer, men’s swimming

NORTHERN ILLINOIS Usually a contender to win the MAC in: men’s basketball, soccer, footballl

WESTERN MICHIGAN Usually a contender to win the MAC in: women’s volleyball, men’s tennis, football

BUFFALO Usually a contender to win the MAC in: men’s tennis, track and field

KENT STATE Usually a contender to win the MAC in: women’s and men’s golf, baseball, men’s basketball

OHIO Usually a contender to win the MAC in: women’s volleyball, field hockey, football

MIVA The men’s volleyball team plays in the MIVA conference. MIVA teams include Ohio State, Lewis, Loyola, Quincy, IPFW and Grand Canyon.

Religious Directory Looking for a place to worship?

Check these out... Westminster Presbyterian Church

Sunday morning services at 8:15am and 11am Stop by 2801 W. Riverside Ave. Muncie, IN 47304 Dr. Gary Ransom Cox, Senior Pastor 765-288-3355

Visit our website at www.westminpca.com

Lutheran Student Fellowship www.lsfbsu.com “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God” - Ephesians 2:8

• Rides to church • Bible Study • Fellowship Activities • Mission Trips • Fun Grace Lutheran Church (LCMS) 610 N. Reserve St. • Muncie, IN 47303 (765) 282-1302

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SPORTS

MARQUEE GAME

TOP HOME GAMES TO SEE THIS FALL BALL STATE VS. WESTERN MICHIGAN DATE: Oct. 9 VENUE: Scheumann Stadieum SIGNIFICANCE: The teams will play in the Cardinals’ Homecoming game less than one year after Ball State upset Western Michigan in its season finale. The biggest difference from that game will be at quarterback. Sophomore Kelly Page did not play in last year’s game because of a thumb injury and is in a competition for the starting job with Aaron Mershman and Keith Wenning. Western Michigan has not announced if Alex Carder or Drew Burdi will replace All-MAC quarterback Tim Hiller. SERIES: Ball State is on a three-game winning streak against Western Michigan but trails the all-time series 19-17. This will be the first time two teams play in a Homecoming game since 2006 — which was the last time the Broncos defeated the Cardinals.

FOOTBALL BALL STATE VS. NORTHERN ILLINOIS Date: Nov. 20 Venue: Scheumann Stadium Significance: This game could mean more than playing for the Bronze Stalk — a trophy game the two schools created three years ago to honor Midwest’s corn industry. Northern Illinois played in a bowl game last season and could be the team to beat in the MAC West this year. If things go right for Ball State, this final game of the season could have implications on the Cardinals’ bowl chances. Series: Since the creation of the Bronze Stalk the two team are 1-1, with the Huskies winning last season’s game 26-20.

WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL BALL STATE VS. TENNESSEE STATE Date: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 3 Venue: Worthen Arena Significance: The Steve Shondell era as Ball State’s head coach will have officially begun one week earlier, but this will the team’s first home match. As a former local high school coach and the son of Hall of Famer and former Ball State men’s volleyball coach Don Shondell, Steve Shondell has created a buzz around Muncie about Ball State women’s volleyball. This may be the most anticipated home opener for any Ball State team this school year. Series: This will be the first meeting between the teams. Tennessee State finished 4-26 last season. BALL STATE VS. OHIO Date: 7 p.m. Oct. 15 Venue: Worthen Arena Significance: Ohio is the defending MAC champions and has reached seven straight NCAA Tournaments. However, the Bobcats will be without three starters from last year’s team. This will also be the first time the two teams have played since Ohio defeated Ball State in four games in the MAC Tournament quarterfinals — the second straight year the Bobcats have eliminated the Cardinals. Series: Ball State leads the all-time series 31-13 but is on an 11-match losing streak against Ohio.

FIELD HOCKEY BALL STATE VS. INDIANA Date: 1 p.m. Oct. 24 Venue: BSU Turf Field Significance: This late-season nonconference game will be Ball State’s only home nonconference game against a team who reached the NCAA Tournament last season. The Hoosiers lost in the first round of the NCAA Tournament after finishing the regular season 14-7 and No. 13 in the national rankings. Series: Ball State is 3-15 all-time against Indiana, including a 2-1 loss last season. Despite its losing record, Ball State has lost its last four games against Indiana by two goals or less.

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WHAT’S INSIDE

NEWS 1–3

SPORTS 8–9

OPINION 4–5

CULTURE 10-12 I SSU E

The Independent Student Voice of Boise State Since 1933

Volume 22

First Issue

F R E E June 02, 2010

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How real is the college experience?

BSU clinches Commissioners Cup!

Debbie Kaylor

Career Center Director Welcome to Boise State University! We are very excited that you made the decision to join us and want to offer you some career decision making and job search advice as you embark on your college career.

Explore your options!

The Career Center, advising and academic enhancement, and academic departments are all great resources for exploring different majors and careers. Take advantage of all of these resources and be open to different career paths. The Career Center provides career counseling and also offers several great career assessments that can help you with your career decision making process. Meet with one of our career counselors, who can help guide you through the process of self exploration, identifying options, establishing goals, and developing an action plan.

Get involved!

Involving yourself in cam-

Welcome new students Bob Kustra

Boise State President

COURTESY THE CAREER CENTER

Call the Career Center at 426-1747 to make an appointment with a counselor.

Take advantage...and be open to different career paths. pus life not only gives you the chance to meet new people and connect with your community, it provides you with an excellent opportunity to develop skills such as communication, leadership, and organizational skills that employers are looking for. Whether it be a campus organization, ASBSU, volunteering, service learning, or Greek life; get involved to meet new people, build new skills, and expand your network!

Get a job!

Whether you need a job or not, working around 15 hours a week is a good idea. Not only does it bring in “spending money,” it increases your skill set and helps you begin building your network. Boise State hires between 1,500 and 2,000 student employees each year. Surrounding businesses also hire for part-time positions. Employers consistently tell us that one of the things that impresses them most

about Boise State graduates is their work ethic, so get a job and be a part of this great tradition! The Student Employment Fair is Wednesday, Aug. 25 on the Quad. Additionally, check out BroncoJobs for student part-time job postings.

Begin building your network!

It is never too early to start building your network. These are people -- faculty, staff, other students, alumni, and employers -- who you will connect with throughout your college career and who will be very valuable to you when it is time to search for internships or jobs after you graduate. If you really want to get a head start, consider building your on-line presence with LinkedIn, a professional online networking site. The career center can provide you with information on how to effectively use LinkedIn for networking and your job search.

Participate in an internship!

You most likely will not engage in an internship your first year or two, but make sure it is something you plan on in the latter part of your college career. Employers are always looking for relevant work experience and an internship provides this along with connections to people within your field of interest. If you are interested in getting the most out of your college experience in preparation for an internship or your professional career, call the career center at (208) 4261747 to make an appointment with one of our career counselors or job search advisors. While there are many ways to go about planning your career and conducting a successful job search, the career center would encourage you to “begin with the end in mind.” Remember, everything that you do from the time you start college to the time you graduate will help prepare you and your resume for future career opportunities! Once again, welcome to Boise State University! Debbie Kaylor, Career Center Director

What is student affairs? Courtesy

Student Affairs The Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs provides support and service to students who seek information and advice about a wide range of school related issues or challenges. Service is provided in an atmosphere of confidentiality and concern. They are located in the Administration Building. The Vice President for Student Affairs, Dr. Michael Laliberte, and his office staff, Lynn Humphrey and Stephanie Neighbors, are committed to providing proactive and comprehensive advocacy for students. They assist students with personalized referrals for on-campus resources and services to help work through student issues, personal concerns, and medical/family emergencies that can impact academic success. The staff can be reached at (208) 4261418 or by e-mail at vpsa@

boiestate.edu. Their website is located at http://www.boisestate.edu/vpsa. In order to better assist students, Dr. Laliberte is available to meet with them during his open office hours in the Student Union Building on Fridays from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. If you are interested in talking with the Vice President, just look for the bright orange VP is In banner. No appointment is necessary. Students are welcome on a first-come basis to meet and discuss their ideas and concerns related to Boise State University. Drop by, even if you’d simply like to introduce yourself! The Vice President for Student Affairs oversees most student services at Boise State University. You can find their weblinks at http://www. boisestate.edu.

STAY INFORMED

There are many other valuable resources and services

available to students. Make sure you check out the Student Handbook at http:// www.boisestate.edu/vpsa/ documents/StudentHandbook091123.pdf to find information ranging from academic advising to writing papers to important university policies and procedures.

Read the Bronco Student Update to find out what’s happening on campus. A handy source for knowing all the hot happenings on campus, the Bronco Student Update e-newsletter is sent to your student e-mail address every other Friday and is full of info about upcoming activities. It’s also a great way for student organizations to spread the word about their events.

BroncoWeb: your student financial

and academic records account

Boise State students are each given a BroncoWeb account to handle their

university finances, class registration, grades, transcripts, and majors/minors at http:// broncoweb.boisestate.edu.

BroncoMail: your student e-mail

Check your BroncoMail frequently, not only to get campus news, but also to stay informed about important dates and deadlines (examples: deadlines to add and drop classes, waive student health insurance, submit financial aid information). Access through BroncoWeb at http://broncoweb.boisestate.edu. You can auto-forward BroncoMail messages to a personal e-mail account, but be sure to redirect it if you ever make changes to your personal e-mail.

Your enrollment at Boise State reflects your desire to attend a university of imagination and innovation. We are pleased that you have become a Bronco and welcome you to our thriving campus community. The university is committed to your success. We offer you support to face the academic rigors ahead and encourage you to get involved in campus life. Like starting a new job, the process of becoming a Boise State student is both exciting and daunting. We recognize that coming here is a new chapter in your life. Orientation will ensure that you know where to find important services and offices, how to get questions answered, and what the expectations are of you as a Boise State student. To help in a smooth transition, I urge you to take advantage of the services and opportunities that are available to you. Get better connected by signing up for a new student introductory course. Introduce yourself to your academic advisor and plan regular meetings. Rely on the people who are knowledgeable in housing, financial aid, job opportunities, and health and wellness. Join a student organization and meet new friends. Please let me call attention to two particular programs. Our Campus Read book selection is "The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind." We are asking students to read it before

CAMPUS RECREATION • Aquatics Complex (opening during Fall 2010)

• Fitness Programs • Intramural and Club Sports • Outdoor Programs

CAMPUS SERVICES • Bookstore, BroncoShop and BroncoTec • Children’s Center • Student Health Insurance Program (SHIP)

• Student Union · Conference Services · Fine Arts & Gallery Store · Games Center · Information Desk · University Dining • Career Center and Student Employment

Emergency Notifications

If you want to receive cam pus emergency notifications, go to BroncoWeb and “Opt in” to the University’s emer- STUDENT INVOLVEMENT & gency notification system. LEADERSHIP CENTER • Leadership • Sorority & Fraternity Life • Student Boards • ASBSU (student gov.) • Martin Luther King Human Rights Committee (SPB)

• Volunteer Services Board (VSB)

• Student Organizations

Charlie Varland Assistant Director Student Involvement

Damoni Wright Program Coordinator Student Involvement

Jeremiah Shinn Director Student Involvement

BSU President, Bob Kustra starting classes this fall when the campus community will engage in a dialogue about the novel. The inspiration for the story, William Kamkwamba, is planning a trip to campus at the beginning of the fall semester to share more of his inspiring story. Another opportunity is our graduation guarantee program, Finish in Four. Now more than ever, staying on track academically can help you save money and accelerate your move into the job market or graduate studies. Signing up during your first semester is important to your success in this program, so please let your advisor know if you have interest. What an exciting new opportunity awaits you this year. We are so pleased that you have chosen Boise State University! Go Broncos! Sincerely, Bob Kustra Boise State President

STUDENT AFFAIRS PROVIDES THE FOLLOWNG SERVICES:

• Student Programs Board

Michael Laberte Vice President Student Affairs

President Kustra:

Career Center: Begin with the end in mind

Take a look at BSU’s Greek Life

STUDENT RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES • Student Conduct Program • Student Legal Advisory Services (funded by ASBSU) • Student Mediation Program • Neighborhood Outreach Program

UNIVERSITY HEALTH SERVICES • Counseling Services • Medical Services • Student Health Insurance • Wellness Services UNIVERSITY HOUSING • Living-Learning Communities • Residence Halls, Apartments & Family Housing • Summer Conferences ENROLLMENT SERVICES • Admissions • Financial Aid • Registrar / BroncoWeb Help Center • New Student & Family Programs STUDENT LIFE • Student Diversity & Inclusion

· Cultural Center · Disability Resource Center · Women’s Center

The Arbiter • arbiteronline.com

NEWS

June 02, 2010

ARBITERONLINE.COM

THE BOISE STATE STUDENT MEDIA GROUP Expanding beyond conventions of tradition

Incoming Boise State students, Welcome to our campus and to our university. Hopefully your excitement is in bloom as your goal of a continued education is at hand. My name is Bob Beers and I am the Editor-in-chief of The Arbiter -- the independent student voice of Boise State. I would like to introduce you all to what Boise State has to offer in regard to student media production and dissemination. The contemporary media landscape is in a state of flux. Locally, we have approached this with eyes wide open. We recognize the value of multimedia, social media and traditional print media. Each component executes a valuable role in providing media consumers with as complete a picture as possible. To produce that picture, we created a media group. The Boise State student media group is comprised of a twice weekly newspaper (The Arbiter), an online radio station (The Pulse), two websites (arbiteronline.com and bsupulse.com) and a video production team (Non-linear Productions). The group also utilizes a talented in-house business team for marketing purposes, graphic design and sales. The result of this collaborative effort has manifested itself in the form of innovative and dynamic content. As a media group we can more effectively provide you, the reader, with information that bends traditional forms and rules of media production. Between bsupulse.com and arbiteronline.com (in addition to our print medium) the media group offers live radio broadcasts, original video sitcoms, podcasts and audio interviews, photo slideshows, feature articles and colorful columns, dynamic news and sports coverage, platforms for community involvement and so much more. We encourage you to interact with as much of what we have to offer as you can. And, whenever possible, provide us with feedback for what you would like to see in our articles, slideshows, videos or radio broadcasts. Sincerely,

The Arbiter

An award winning student newspaper, The Arbiter is published Mondays and Thursdays during the semester. There are approximately 80 to 100 students who work, in various capacities, for the organization. The print edition has four sections -- News, Opinion, Sports and Culture -- that convey stories to our readership via photography, the written word, infographics and more. There is fresh, original content published on arbiteronline.com everyday. The Arbiter produces videos, podcasts, audio interviews, slideshows and other multimedia for its website in addition to written work. The Arbiter maintains a strong presence within online communities using its own Facebook page and Twitter account.

The University Pulse is student run radio station from Boise State University. The radio is broadcasted on a live Internet stream 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The Pulse offers event DJ services (a paid service) to the public at large and for students. The Pulse operates primarily by the work of its talented student producers. The producers design and administrate radio shows for broadcast on bsupulse.com.

Bob Beers Editor-in-chief, The Arbiter

The Boise State student media group offers internships for journalism, online marketing, audio production, video production, photography, graphic design and sales. For those interested, contact the student media group by e-mail (editor@stumedia.boisestate.edu) or by phone (426-6300).

NON-LINEAR PRODUCTIONS The video team within the student media group offers an array of video production opportunities. Non-linear Productions can create marketing videos for the Boise State community and for the community at large. Also, Non-linear Productions provides independent, unique and innovative “shows” for arbiteronline. com. The shows include short clips that feature content produced by The Arbiter and narrative stories shot on campus, using actors and writers local to Boise State.

Catching up with ASBSU

Mission Statement

STEPHEN HELEKER ASBSU PRESIDENT

The mission of the Associated Students of Boise State University Senate is to lead, inspire, encourage and serve all students. To ensure that student needs are being met by serving as an outlet for student concerns, facilitating student participation in campus activities, and seeking solutions to issues and problems. By being a voice for students and constantly working toward the future, the ASBSU Senate can set an example of positive, enthusiastic leadership for Boise State University.

Changes made to ASBSU structure Student elections in April brought changes to the governing officials and constitution of ASBSU. ASBSU President Stephen Heleker and Vice President Zach Snoderly of the “New Attitude” party were elected to succeed Trevor Grigg and Joe Bunt who served for the past two years. Changes in the constitution were also approved in the election. According to the revised constitution, the legislative branch that is currently comprised of eight college senators and eight at-large senators will become a council with one president and seven vice presidents. The seven members of council vice presidents will be the vice president of equities, vice president of student life, vice president of clubs and organizations, vice president of academic affairs, vice president of legislative and governmental affairs, vice president of facilities, and executive vice president. Heleker and Snoderly are already preparing for the changes that will go into effect on Inauguration Day, 2011. “We will be building procedures and job descriptions for the following years,” Heleker said. “I will look at precedents from other universities to help build something a little more durable than we’ve had to work with so far at BSU.”

Benefits of changes Greater Student Representation In contrast to the current system, all positions will be elected by the general populous of students, which limit’s the possibility that student leaders can be elected by four votes or 10 votes, which happens regularly in our current election process. If one is to look at

Mission statement provided by ASBSU the structure of other prominent and effective student governments they will find a very similar structure, organized around duties as opposed to departments. With this new structure, all students, regardless of what they are involved in or what their wants and needs are, will have an elected vice president to which they can turn for advocacy and representation. Greater Efficiency There is a severe lack of clarity when it comes to the job description of student government. After discussing what is and isn’t done at ASBSU, current members came to this model as the conclusion. We felt it better to organize ASBSU’s duties properly among eight people than improperly among 20. Greater Accountability Because of the vague expectations placed on student leaders in the current model, the potential of creating stagnant representatives often becomes reality. Under the new model, elected officials will have clearly outlined job descriptions and responsibilities, which means there will be no question as to what a newly elected official should do when they walk in on day one, as well as whether or not they are fulfilling their responsibilities. Greater Communication within ASBSU

Student government should be a place for constructive discussion, with all individuals at the same table. A trifurcated model (the current system) of student government is not conducive to the level of efficiency of which ASBSU is capable. A relatable example is the university’s administration structure, which uses a variety of vice presidents, all acting under the mission goals of the president and applying that strategic vision to their given responsibility. Information provided by ASBSU and Kim King, The Arbiter

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Make a splash in the new aquatic complex! Heather Carlson Campus Recreation Come check out the new aquatic complex at the student recreation center and experience a whole new way to work out at your favorite gym. With two new pools we have something for everyone whether you want to work out, learn a new skill, or just relax. Design your water workout the way that best fits you. Take it easy or work hard in the new six-lane lap pool. Step it up with our new water jets; you can either swim against the currents or take it up in one of our kayaks. Either way, the work out will leave you feeling amazing. Have you ever been interested in kayaking or canoeing but never had the chance to learn? Well

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now is your chance. The outdoor program will be teaching courses in kayaking, canoeing, rafting, river rescuing and much more. Keep an eye out for all the exciting opportunities. You can now gather together a team and compete in our new water intramural sports. New sports will be offered such as water polo, underwater hockey, triathlons, swim meets and much more. But don’t find yourself getting caught up in too much work; make sure to find that time to relax. After a long day of hard work stop by the new spa hot tub. This is the perfect way to sooth your muscles after a hard work out. Once school starts up make sure to make it in to the grand opening Aug. 25, 2010. The fun begins at 3 p.m. where there will be free prizes, food, and music to entertain. This is an event you don’t want to miss, so grab all your friends and check out what the Rec has done for you. - Heather Carlson Promotion coordinator

Campus Read selects book for 2010 Chase johnson Campus Read

When choosing the book for the Campus Read at Boise State University, the Campus Read committee takes many things into consideration. It looks for a book with a message, one with which college students may identify and use to develop both personally and academically. The book must apply in the classroom and to the social experience of university students. Recognizing how important the book could be to students, the committee opened up the program to student nominations for 2010-2011. From the dozens of nominations it received, the committee and President Bob Kustra chose William Kamkwamba’s "The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind." "The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind" is an incredible story of personal empowerment and the value that innovative thinking can have on one’s community. The story is

about William Kamkwamba, who in the face of famine and starvation, built windmills for his village. Kamkwamba’s windmills brought his village electricity, irrigation, and most importantly, stability. This book was chosen because of the multifaceted ways in which Boise State students can learn from his story. Students can expect the book to be incorporated into certain classes such as University 101 and other lower division courses. Other programming initiatives will be seen on campus throughout the year. The book has many themes from which students across all disciplines can learn. For example, engineers may look at the way in which Kamkwamba was able to provide so much for his village with rather rudimentary materials. Political science students may discuss the issues around African development. Kamkwamba is preparing to enter his freshman year at Dartmouth University, further adding to the

connections students may draw between their experience and his. While the details are still being resolved, students can expect him to visit campus in the fall to share his story and experience as a college freshman. Students are encouraged to pick up a copy of the book and apply its message and themes to their experience at Boise State university.

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Welcome to college: an awkward tightrope between adulthood and youth. Many college students enter their freshman year with an impression that higher education is just as it seems in the movies. The main idea being that each night will be a 500 person party where everyone is surprisingly good looking and rivers of beer (that no one ever is seen paying for) flow freely into millions of red cups. When I started college, I was baffled by the lack of people in togas hanging out of frat house windows and was caught off guard by the intensity of academics. Students who go to college e x p e c ting an “Animal House” scenario and who are not willing to adapt to the intense reality awaiting them have a higher chance of disliking their new atmosphere and failing. Boise State is an even more extreme example because it has so many commuting students. Campus life is even less like the Hollywood portrayal. And even though it would be nice, people don’t get degrees by getting trashed every weekend and sleeping through class. Certainly, college can be the best time of your life, but it’s not all fun. As a matter of fact, a lot of it is just hard work. It’s not emphasized enough that teachers have stopped holding students’ hands at this point. A student is just one person in a lecture hall of two hundred. At that point, the professor really stops caring that he or she “forgot” to do the assignment. Most instructors don’t constantly remind the class when something is due -- they tell them once or just put it on the syllabus. In some classes the entire grade is derived from only three tests. If one exam is failed, the grade could potentially be unrecoverable. Orientation coordinator for New Student and Family Programs, Zach Snoderly, found his new level of freedom to be a challenge his freshman year. “Not having someone looking over my shoulder kind of hurt me,” Snoderly said. “There are so many things to do on campus that it can pull your focus away from academics.” Social life is another thing that changes drastically. For most people, all of their high school buddies are suddenly dispersed and they are left to figure it out for themselves. Boise State sophomore Jenna Hunt found the change in her social structure difficult to adapt to as a freshman. “It can be a really harsh environment because your social support is gone and you don’t know anybody,” Hunt said. When it comes to college freshmen, here is the best advice: they should have fun, but not forget why they are here. This has the potential to be an amazing experience that changes one’s life in almost every way, or it can be a $10,000 failure. With the cost of college these days, there is no excuse for completely neglecting schoolwork. If partying is all someone wants to do then they should, but they should save themselves the money and the commitment by not enrolling in college first. In the end, there is more than one way to take on the college experience. It should be fun and rewarding, but it should also be taken seriously. There won’t be many chances for self discovery and fun in the adult world without having full responsibilities. All opportunities should be utilized to make this a life changing experience in the best possible way.

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Top 5 things about BSU 1

EASY TO NAVIGATE — our small campus is easy to get familiar and feel at home with.

FOOTBALL CULTURE — our team 2 gives students something to be proud of. CAMPUS IS LOCATED NEAR BOISE — this pro3 DOWNTOWN vides a plethora of entertainment options. REASONABLE TUITION — despite 4 recent hikes, BSU tuition is still one of the most affordable options.

RELATIVELY SMALL POPULATION — fewer students makes it easier to get involved and stand out.

Bottom 5 things about BSU NON-TRADITIONAL CAMPUS — our campus demographic tends to make it harder to meet new people. — good luck finding an 2 PARKING open spot. CLASSES FILL UP FAST — be pre3 pared to be put on a wait list and beg for permission numbers. DRY CAMPUS — no alcohol al4 lowed diminishes party life on campus. STUDENT HOUSING — living on 5 campus can be competitive and expensive.

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INITIAL FREEDOM — you can do just about whatever you want, whenever you want. NEW PEOPLE — being out of your zone provides ample op2 comfort portunity to meet new friends. EASY CLASSES — entry level classes to be less challenging than 3 tend higher level classes.

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HALEY ROBINSON & JESSICA SWIDER

Every life experience provides good and bad opportunities from which to learn. Freshman year at Boise State is no different. This year can be one of the most exciting and challenging years of your life. It also could be one of the most frustrating and difficult. Here are some things to look forward to and watch out for these coming semesters.

SIMPLICITY — eat on campus, live on campus, play on campus. FREE FOOTBALL TICKETS — you finally don’t have to pay to see the Broncos play!

MEETING NEW PEOPLE — being out of your comfort zone makes some people uncomfortable.

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REDUNDANCY — eat on campus, live on campus, play on campus.

RAs — you may not realize it at first, but you still have some rules. NO PRIVACY — you better hope you’re comfortable with showing it all in the dorms.

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Boise State’s smoke free policy says its purpose is to, “maintain a healthy and safe environment conductive to learning for all students, faculty, staff and visitors.” That seems strange that visitors were also included in the statement since the Taco Bell Arena and Bronco Stadium now have smoking sections. So in other words Boise State can accommodate visitors but not their own smoking students who have helped pay to have the facility operate. The Boise State smoking policy also claims to have been put in place to allow an environment “conductive to learning for ALL students.” Does the word ALL exempt the students with ADHD? Nicotine has been shown by science to alleviate the symptoms of ADHD and allow a student to concentrate. In this situation shouldn’t smoking be considered a medication to these students that allows them to be in an environment that is conducive to learning? Prospective students from

all over Idaho who wish to further their education are now being told that if they are addicted to cigarettes, they will have to decide between a higher education and their smoking addiction. Don’t kid yourself; these students do not have the time between classes to run two miles in order to get their fix and be back to class on time. Also mind you, we are not talking about illegal drug addictions or alcohol addictions which modify behavior of students, we are talking about a substance that leaves its user in complete conciseness of their actions. So the question really is, who are being the beneficiaries of the promotion to “wellbeing,” is a higher education a pursuit of “well-being” for the non-smoking students exclusively? Let’s also consider the health risks smokers pose on others non-smokers. The only case study done that shows a link between second hand smoke and mortality is the EPA report of 1993, which was thrown out of court by

a district judge for “cherrypicking” their data. Their report was an investigation of non-smokers living indoors with a smoking spouse. This report didn’t even flirt with an idea of outdoor smoke being hazardous. Two other respectable and much larger investigations have been done by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the British Medical Journal (BMJ) on second hand smoke exposure and mortality, of which both denied finding any significant link between second hand smoke and mortality. The school and other antismoking campaigns always turn to the CDC or Lung Association for their facts, but wouldn’t that be about like turning to a car salesman and asking them if you should by a new car? Whether a link exists or not, the research was about indoor exposure, not outdoor exposure and the science linking indoor exposure to health risk is sketchy at best.

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Boise State running back Doug Martin slashes through an open lane against the San Jose State Spartans. Trent Lootens Sports Editor

DECADE OF DOMINANCE Boise State has accomplished more in a decade than most teams have in an entire century. Here’s a list of BSU’s top football successes between the 2000-2009 seasons: -Boise State owns the nation’s best home record at 63-2. No. 2 is Oklahoma at 60-2 and No. 3 Texas with a 56-4 record. -The Broncos have compiled the nation’s highest overall winning percentage at .868 percent with an overall record of 112-17. No. 2 Texas (.853 percent) with a 110-19 record and No. 3 Oklahoma (.821 percent) at 110-24 overall. -BSU scored more points than any team in the country during the past decade scoring 5,341 points for an average of 41.40 points per game. Texas is second scoring 5,071 points and Texas Teach is third with 4,732 points. -The Broncos dominated

the West Coast by winning 112 games across the span of the decade. That’s compared to USC (102 wins) and Oregon (87 wins).

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The 2010 Boise State football team appears primed to embark on a path untraveled by any non-automatic qualifying school prior. Coming off its second Fiesta Bowl win in four years after defeating TCU 17-10, the Broncos are ideally positioned to compete for college football’s greatest prize -- the BCS National Championship. Make no mistake, playing for a championship is within BSU’s grasp. Boise State will start the season slated inside the Top-5 of every major poll, which gives the Broncos serious national respect. On the field, the Broncos are stacked at every position with veteran talent. BSU returns 23-of-24 starters from its 2010 Fiesta Bowl team. Cornerback Kyle Wilson is the only player not returning after being chosen No. 29 overall by the New York Jets

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reigns supreme in WAC athletics Broncos seize second Comissioner’s Cup Daniel Priddy Journalist

For those convinced Boise State’s athletic accomplishments begin and end with the football program, its recent Western Athletic Conference Commissioner’s Cup should make them think twice. The prestigious award, bestowed upon the athletic

program that performs at the highest level in each of the 19 men’s and women’s championships, has been awarded to the Broncos. After a series of tallies and calculations, BSU rounded out a victory with a total of 92.95 points to walk away with its second Commissioner’s Cup since the 2005-2006 season. The accomplishments of the football team propelled BSU’s victory, but was only one aspect to what amounted

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The women’s swimming and diving team celebrates its first WAC champioship.

Quarterback Kellen Moore, a junior from Prosser, Wash., has already been named to several Heisman Trophy watch lists for the upcoming season. Moore threw 39 touch-

downs to only three interceptions during the 2009 season and displayed one of the most accurate arms in WAC history. Making few mistakes has separated Moore from other quarterbacks throughout the nation and has become the staple of his play. The 2009 WAC Offensive Player of the Year led Boise State to its second consecutive undefeated regular season and ended the year 14-0 after defeating TCU. That mark put BSU into an elite class with Alabama (2009) and Ohio State (2002) as the only three teams to win 14 games in a single season. Throwing for 3,536 yards and compiling the nation’s second best passing efficiency at 161.65 in 2009, Moore has raised the bar for himself again. While it may be difficult for Moore to improve on his numbers from 2009, it’s still possible for him to develop into a better all-around quarterback and increase the efficiency of the Boise State offense.

to a much larger spectrum of athletic accomplishment. The women’s swim and dive team along with the women’s tennis team each earned the maximum 9.00 points for the Broncos with first place finishes. The women’s soccer team took home an added 7.75 with its postseason WAC championship. Because the Broncos do not field teams in sports such as baseball, winning the cup is a larger task than one might assume. The victory signifies BSU’s growth in all sports. “The Commissioner’s Cup is a testament to all of our sports, our coaches and our student athletes,” said Boise State Athletic Director Gene Bleymaire “It’s a great honor that speaks to the breadth of the athletic dept and it couldn’t happen without the support of the community, the university, the Bronco Athletic Association and the great job that our coaches and student athletes

have done.” With both men’s and women’s basketball teams struggling, the Broncos relied on up-and-coming programs to fill the void and complete the victory. The swim and dive team came through to bring home its first conference title, which contributed heavily to BSU’s victory. The state of BSU’s athletic program is in one of its strongest places in school history. Fresno State and New Mexico State each had strong finishes totaling 77.25 points, but fell short of the Broncos. BSU was projected to win by four points, but fans still waited anxiously for confirmation as the highly touted Fresno State men’s golf team hit the course for the WAC Championships. FSU’s golf team collapsed and finished sixth after it was projected to fall no lower than second. The sixth place finish dropped five huge Commissioner Cup points for the

in the 2010 NFL Draft. This sets the stage for the season-opening Labor Day showdown with Virginia Tech at Fed Ex Field in Landover, Md. on Sept. 6. What might as well be called a home game for the Hokies is being dubbed a neutral site showdown. Virginia Tech, also eying a preseason Top-5 ranking, must replace half of its defense and most of its offensive line. Offensively, the Hokies are stacked with three running backs who each have big play capability and return senior star quarterback and Heisman Trophy hopeful Tyrod “T-Mobile” Taylor. For the Broncos, any chance at the BCS National Championship essentially comes down to what happens against the Hokies.

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Former Broncos Kyle Wilson and Richie Brockel hold the WAC championship trophy.

The career of Steve Lucas, head coach of women’s soccer, was brought to its height last season when the Broncos claimed their first ever Western Athletic Conference title. BSU has marked five winning seasons in the past six years. Lucas moves into his 12th season, 10th as the head coach, with the Broncos. Despite his team’s successful 2009 campaign, he feels this year’s squad is the most unified of the teams he has coached. “This team is tighter as a family than any team that we’ve had since I’ve been here,” Lucas said. The importance of BSU’s 2009 championship didn’t rest in the victory, but the feeling brought on by the fact they had crept over the learning curve and tasted the flavor of a title meant a yearning that wasn’t there before. Former Bronco quarterback Bart Hendricks (19972000) explained to Lucas following the game that the most difficult championship is the first. Now, the team had a taste for it. “I sat outside our locker room for 20 minutes after we won (2009 WAC Championship). It was the coolest part of the whole gig,” Lucas said as he smiled. “I’ve been on some successful teams and done that stuff and it was just awesome to hear that. We just want to keep doing it the right way and it pays off and now they (Broncos) get it.” The Broncos work to win with an aggressive style of play. They attack their opponent’s zone and bombard the opposing goalie with

shots. The Broncos led the WAC last season with 393 shots, averaging 16.38 shots per game (third in WAC). Their aggression allowed 25 goals in 24 games, the second best goals allowed average in conference (1.04). Lucas expects the Broncos to continue their attacking style next season. He hopes their play last season during the WAC tournament was enough for fans to continue their support. The championship game drew the largest crowd of the season with 1,223 fans. “The thing about this season for people who want to come watch games I think is the style that we play is attractive,” Lucas said. “We want to score a lot of goals and we want to be going toward their goal a lot.”

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The Broncos are returning their top players for 2010. Most notably are senior forward Shannon Saxton, junior goal keeper Liz Ruiz, junior defender Lindsay Roberts, junior middlefielder Brandy Hickcox and sophomore forward Erica Park. Saxton is one of BSU’s most decorated athletes. She holds records in goals in a match (4) and most points in a match (9). She earned second team All-WAC honors last season and led the team in both shots (73) and shots on goal (32) for a 43.8 percent shot on goal percentage. Ruiz started all 14 matches she played in during 2009. She had 63 saves as a sophomore and led the team in goal save percentage (86.3 percent). She posted a 103-1 record last season. Roberts was the lone See SOCCER I page 9

Rank School Points 1. Boise State 92.25 2. Fresno State 77.25 - New Mexico State 77.25 4. Utah State 74.00 5. Nevada 71.75 6. Idaho 68.00 7. Hawai’i 63.00 8. Louisiana Tech 55.00 9. San Jose State 47.50 Bulldogs. The lead for the Broncos was so insurmountable that BSU was named champions before the men’s baseball season was finished. With rumors of conference expansion in the Big-10, Big12 and the Pacific-10, the cup victory makes Boise State an attractive candidate for the Mountain West Conference. If the MWC decides to

expand, along with the possibility of Utah and TCU leaving for greener pastures, BSU is in place to take advantage of the MWC’s situation. The victory in many ways leads to even more questions than answers. With the athletic department excelling, the school seems internally prepared to make a huge jump away from the comfort zone provided by the WAC.

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Student involvement ignited with club sports Joey McCullough Sports Producer

It doesn’t take long for students, especially first year students, at Boise State University to be exposed to the athletics and school spirit it has. The national attention BSU has received during the past few years is a possible reason why students have made their decision to become a student. For other students, the athletic department or a specific program is the deciding factor. Not every student at BSU gets the pleasure and opportunity to play at the varsity level. For those who don’t, Boise State offers many different club sports as a secondary option. Not all the major and popular sports are represented. Instead, students can participate in other sports and activities that offer exercise, fun and competition while representing the Broncos. Most of the club sports on campus do not compete in organized leagues. The clubs that are involved in leagues tend to be very competitive

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and prideful. “Men’s and women’s lacrosse, our baseball club, rugby, ice hockey, those to name a few, tend to be competitive,” assistant director of Rec Sports at Boise State Alain Rodrigue said. “They have a full home and away season, a full coaching staff. They fundraise a lot and are pretty competitive. Soccer (which begins its season in the fall), softball, women’s and men’s volleyball are on their way. The ones that seem to be more competitive seem to do better.” Rodrigue also added Cycling, Triathlon and Paintball to the list of clubs that are competitive and successful. Since Rodrigue’s arrival to BSU in 2003, the university has seen an increase in club sports and the number of students involved in them. “When I got here, we started with 16 clubs and now we’re at 29,” Rodrigue said. “We probably had 240-250 student athletes and now we’re around 400. I anticipate it to grow, especially with the building of the (new) pool.” The list of club sports at BSU includes a number of

sports that some might call obscure. There are more mainstream sports, but three that are missing from the list of mainstream are men’s and women’s basketball as well as football. Bronco football is a staple at Boise State, as is basketball, but the only way for students to play these sports are on the varsity team. “Football, like hockey, is expensive to make happen,” Rodrigue said. “(…) Potentially football could happen. But then whom would you play? You need other universities to have club teams.” As for basketball, Rodrigue talked about the many opportunities to play basketball, not only on the BSU campus, but also in other city leagues and intramural leagues. Those opportunities take away the demand for club basketball. “Intramural basketball is our number one intramural (sport),” Rodrigue said. Through out the summer months and the first weeks of the 2010 Fall Semester, there will be plenty of opportunities to find information and get connected with a club sport. Club sports are a great

way for students to be on a team that competes in the sport they enjoy. It promotes healthy activity, teamwork and community service, while representing Boise State University. If BSU doesn’t have a club sport that students wish to have, the process starts with an e-mail to Rodrigue. E-mail Rodrigue at alainrodrigue@boisestate.edu. More information on club sports can found at rec.boisestate. edu/clubsports/.

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Boise State’s Shannon Saxton fights for the ball with Fresno State’s Vanessa Gonzalez. Bronco to claim first team All-WAC honors last season. She helped BSU to two new regular season school records during 2009. BSU allowed 17 goals (0.81 goals against average) and seven shut outs, both regular season records. Hickcox was a key component to the Broncos’ offense, directing the attack to 32 total goals and a 10-6-4 regular season record. She was second team All-WAC, the first time she has been named an all-conference player. Last season showcased a new young player in Parks who led the team with 20 points and scored goals in four of BSU’s final five matches. She led the team in shotson-goal percentage, marking an accuracy rate of 51 percent (5-shot minimum). WINNING THE RIGHT WAY The process of building a strong program is one that comes with difficulty. A straight shot to the top is rare and BSU is no exception. Lucas strives to have his players be successful, but he adheres to the philosophy enacted by BSU Athletic Director Gene Bleymaier. A focus of sportsmanship and a blue collar mentality embodies the BSU athletic way of thinking. Leaving a solid impression on the people and athletes they encounter is an emphasis of Lucas. “We’re all competitive as hell. There’s no doubt about it,” Lucas said. “The best thing with Gene is that he wants us to win but he wants us to do that the right way. I think we all see that.” The bar has been set for BSU entering next season.

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The Broncos return most of their talent and return the heart of their offense, Saxton, for her final season as a Bronco. Lucas views his first team conference title as something conceived from the work of previous programs. The next title the Broncos bring down will be for the team. “That one was 10 years of work,” Lucas said. “That’s 300 players through the program. That’s for you guys. That’s for everyone who ever lifted a weight, bled, sweat, whatever. That’s for you. Now we’re going to work on getting one for us.”

Where they play: Boas Tennis/Soccer Complex

2009 Record:

13-7-4 (8-2-3 Home)

2009 Preseason Ranking: No. 4

Class Breakdown: 3 Sr., 9 Jr., 6 So., 9 Fr.

Coaches:

Steve Lucas - Head Coach

Mark Hiemenz - Asst. Coach

Stephani Wieger - Asst. Coach

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ΑΚΛ ΑΞΔ Rebecca De León Culture Editor

There are many fraternities that have chapters at BSU, such as Alpha Kappa Lambda. ΑΚΛ’s goal is to “uphold the ideals and policies of the fraternity and maintain a home-like environment for its members while they are attending BSU,” according to its website. As do the rest of the fraternities, ΑΚΛ does not tolerate hazing. “It’s something that we take very seriously,” said Andrew Mitzel, vice president of ΑΚΛ. “We want to maintain a safe environment for everybody and we want everyone to feel welcome.” There are some fees associated with the fraternities, which vary depending on the fraternity and the status with the fraternity. It’s a good idea to explore all of the fraternities before joining and make the decision based on which one works best. Alpha Kappa Lambda goes to many sporting events, tailgating at football games in the fall, and attending basketball games in the spring. Members of this frat also tailgate at events such as gymnastics competitions to encourage attendance and support for all BSU athletes. ΑΚΛ is also involved in various philanthropic endeavors. "These Hands Don’t Hurt" is a week-long event that raises awareness for violence against women. Men are encouraged to outline their hand and sign their name, symbolizing a pledge to not assault women. All donations from this event are given to the Women and Children’s Center, which ΑΚΛ also volunteers to clean. ΑΚΛ attends every Service Saturday and actively participates on the Volunteer Service Board. “We offer students a good college experience and leadership positions,” Mitzel said. ΑΚΛ offers a leadership retreat and always encourages its members to pursue leadership opportunities. “Other than that, it’s just basically hanging out,” Mitzel said. “We want to make it a ‘home away from home.’ It’s great that guys can just call up their frat brothers on any night and we’ll always be there for each other.” To join, go online or call (208) 426-3753. Alpha Kappa Lambda President Andrew Mitzel

The basics of Greek life at BSU Many incoming freshman want to immerse themselves in college life right away, but aren’t sure what is the best way to get started. Boise State’s Greek life organizations are an excellent way to get involved in the community and meet some life-long friends. In movies, fraternities and sororities are portrayed as houses full of chaos, debauchery, alcohol and drama. In reality, they are quite different.

Hazing

Although members have fun and often become close friends, incoming freshman don’t need to worry about painful or embarrassing hazing experiences. Idaho Code 18-917 defines hazing as subjecting a person to bodily danger or physical harm or a likelihood of bodily danger or physical harm, or requiring, encouraging, authorizing or permitting that the person be subjected to any of the following: • Total or substantial nudity on the part of the person;

• Compelled ingestion of any substance by the person; • Wearing or carrying of any obscene or physically burdensome article by the person; • Physical assaults upon or offensive physical contact with the person; • Participation by the person in boxing matches, excessive number of calisthenics, or other physical contests; • Transportation and abandonment of the person; • Confinement of the person to unreasonably small, unventilated, unsanitary or unlighted areas; • Sleep deprivation; or • Assignment of pranks to be performed by the person. Hazing, as defined by Idaho law, is limited to those actions taken and situations created in connection with initiation into or affiliation with any group or organization. Further, the statute specifically excludes “customary athletic events or similar contests or competitions” and corporal punishment administered by officials or

employees of public schools when in accordance with policies adopted by local boards of education. Information furnished by sde.idaho.gov.

Greek life:

What parents need to know

Alcohol use

Alcohol is prohibited in any event or activity that the sororities and fraternities attend or sponsor.

How to Join

Joining a fraternity or sorority means becoming a member of that Greek-letter organization for life. Members can receive not only scholarships and leadership opportunities, but benefits that last until long after graduation. To find more information, go online to involvement. boisestate.edu to see the different fraternities and sororities, or call the office of Sorority and Fraternity Life at (208) 426-3753. Also, parents and students can visit the Student Involvement and Leadership Center in the Student Union Building during regular business hours.

Top 5 best things to do in Boise for underage students

So you're too young to go drinking downtown. That doesn't mean you still can't have fun in Boise. Instead of risking a misdemeanor underage drinking citation (Boise police are pretty good at catching drunk minors around here) please consider these equally boisterous and legal alternatives. 1. Hookah Bar - Hookah is a long water pipe you use to smoke tobacco -- often in a variety of flavors as provided by the bar. Because there is no tar or nicotine added, smoking hookah is not as addicting as cigarettes and even non-smokers can enjoy it from time to time. Many underage students go to local hookah bars to smoke or just hang out in a chill environment. 2. Bowling in the SUB - Although it's smaller than most bowling institutions, the bowling alley in the SUB is still a fun destination for students. It is on campus, relatively cheap,

Unlike fraternities, sororities at Boise State have formal recruitment. During the first two to three weeks of each year’s fall semester, women who want to join a sorority will attend a series of events to determine if they want to become a part of sorority life. “There will be an information night where they can meet us, there will be an open house, and then there will be three parties where it’s a fun themed night,” said Mikayla Dorsey, president of Alpha Xi Delta. “(We can) just hang out, get to know each other. Sometimes we’ll do little activities to learn stuff about people.” Dorsey explained that last year, many girls applied to be in sororities, and her sorority hopes to be able to have another good turnout this year. Usually, there are around 80 girls who apply to be in a sorority, but due to financial or time constraints, the number of applicants willing to complete the formal recruitment drops to 60 or 40. “We (Alpha Xi Delta) try to go to many Boise State activities such as Spring Fling, football games, any sporting events,” Dorsey said. “We try to go as a group. We try to wear letters to promote ourselves.” "Autism Speaks" is Alpha Xi Delta’s national philanthropy. Every year, the sorority hosts an event on the Quad where the girls ask for donations from their fellow students. All of the proceeds are donated to Autism Speaks. "Break-up Boise" is another event this sorority participates in, often teaming up with a fraternity. During the fall, Break-up Boise volunteers go to the homes of elderly citizens and clean up their yards for them. Last year, Alpha Xi Delta teamed up with Alpha Kappa Lambda to do “Halloween Watch.” On Halloween, members went to Warm Springs Ave. to help young trick or treaters cross the street. “I joined the sorority because I’m from Boise and I had always planned on going to Boise State,” Dorsey said. “I’m a commuter. I don’t live on campus, so I joined to get that leadership experience and I would have a connection to Boise State. Many people just go to school and go to classes and they don’t really make the most of their college experience.” Alpha Xi Delta President Mikayla Dorsey

and offers fun things such as cosmic bowling and Monte Carlo. If bowling isn't your thing, you can play pool or arcade games instead. 3. Edwards Boise Downtown 9 - Of course, there is the old standby -- going to the movies. Edwards in downtown Boise is close to campus and it gives discounts to BSU students if they show their student ID. The discount doesn't really offset the cost of rising tuition, but it's better than paying full price. 4. Ice World - This is a good destination for hanging out with friends or for a nice date. The crappier you are at ice skating, the funner your friends/date will have with you. 5. Goldy's - Goldy's is a cozy breakfast bistro on Capitol Blvd. that offers some of the best breakfast items in town. It's a bit pricey for a college student, but it's a good place to eat every once in a while when you start missing Mom's home cooking.

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Parents don’t fret! The Boise State campus is “dry,” prohibiting the use of alcohol. Parents of freshmen who have never joined a frat before are often nervous about leaving the fruit of their loins in the hands of university students. BSU encourages parents to be an active role in helping their "shnookums" find a fraternity or sorority to join. Here are some frequently asked questions to calm the nerves of parents. Q: Will my student's academics be compromised by joining a Greek letter organization?

fraternities and sororities? A: Hazing has no place in any Greek-letter organization -- it is against the law in Idaho and BSU will not tolerate it. All fraternity and sorority members are educated about the consequences of participating in hazing. If it occurs, it needs to be brought to our attention immediately. Q: Does it cost a lot to join?

A: On the contrary, a central mission of all Greek letter organizations is academic excellence. Fraternities and sororities understand that their members are students first and foremost. All chapters have scholarship programs that may include required study hours, tutoring, scholarships, and other recognitions for academic success. Parents can view students’ academic progress online.

A: Joining a fraternity or sorority does carry a financial commitment. Each chapter is self-supporting with revenue coming from paying members. When students join a Greek-letter organization, they agree to pay dues and fees while enrolled at BSU in order to maintain membership. While membership is affordable, some chapters are able to make accommodations for special circumstances, but students should discuss the financial obligations with you before they join.

Q: Is hazing considered a tradition among Boise State

Q: Does being a member of a Greek-letter organi-

zation have benefits after graduation? A: Absolutely. Greek membership is a lifelong commitment. Once you are an initiated member, you remain a member for life. As such, each national organization has an extensive alumni network. As you know, in today's job market, it is not only important what you know, but who you know. Being a fraternity or sorority member means having an immediate connection with thousands of other members. There are many successful Greek alumni all over the country who are always looking to hire the best and the brightest that our Greek community has to offer. In addition, there are alumni groups or graduate chapters that operate in most cities and metropolitan areas across the country. If a graduate finds himself/herself in a new city, he or she can network with brothers or sisters in the local alumni group. Information supplied by the Student Involvement and Leadership Center.

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Today’s birthday (6/2/10) Narrow your focus this year in order to achieve as much as you possibly can. Introspective moments illuminate the good fortune available to you now. As you gather optimism, address work issues with all the care and attention you can muster. To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. Aries (March 21-April 19) Today is a 7 - Some of your associates see themselves as free agents, which adds obstacles for you in handling the details. Luckily, a few words work it out. Taurus (April 20-May 20) Today is a 6 - Meditate or make a journal of your dreams today in order to mine for information to apply to practical work. Consider small details that you might typically overlook. Gemini (May 21-June 21) Today is a 6 - You notice what’s going on in group activities. Lucky circumstances put you in the right place to receive information and take appropriate action. Cancer (June 22-July 22) Today is a 5 - The closer you stay to home, the more you accomplish. A vacation day may be in order. You’ll see the wisdom of that decision later. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) Today is a 5 - Your mind reaches out to the cosmos for inspiration. Others remain glued to material concerns. Skillful compromise includes pointing out details they may have overlooked.

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examples of BSU clubs

There are more than 200 different clubs at BSU with more still to come. Here are four examples of clubs with which students can find themselves involved.

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BGLAD

"Bisexuals, Gays, Lesbians and Allies for Diversity (BGLAD) was formed at Boise State to fulfill the need for an increase in dialog and an enhancement of understanding among the members of the BSU community concerning gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) issues," according to its website. The club meets every Tuesday at 5 p.m. in the Student Union Building, join the club online at bsubglad.org. You can also follow the organization on Facebook and Twitter.

Talking Broncos

The Talking Broncos, Boise Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s speech and debate team, has earned top awards for their school and name. This elite team is ranked one of the best in the country. By October 2009, the Talking Broncos had already won three championship tournaments for the 2009-10 school year. In March 2010, they won the Western Regional Championship, which qualified them for nationals later that month. In a field of 58 schools, the Broncos placed fourth. During the competition, two team members won individual national championships in their event. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are particularly proud of our teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s accomplishments given the grueling physical and mental toll that competing ... especially that far from home, takes on our students,â&#x20AC;? said David Bailey, director of Boise Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s forensics program. For more information about the Boise State Forensics program contact David Bailey at (208) 426-1928 or e-mail him at dcbailey@boisestate.edu.

Black Students Alliance

"Black Students Alliance is a club dedicated to bringing together black students from all backgrounds and ethnicities. With a small minority of black students on campus, many black students may feel isolated and out-of-place. BSAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s goal is to provide opportunities through social gatherings and events where black students can socialize and get to know each other. We are also dedicated to giving back to the community through mentoring middle school and high school minority students and encouraging them to stay focused on their education. Black Students Alliance is not restricted to people of color -- it welcomes anyone and everyone who wants to be involved," according to its website. To join, e-mail bsublackstudents@hotmail.com.

Boise State provides more than just academia

Religious clubs at BSU BSU hosts religious clubs for almost every kind of denomination. A few such organizations are: Muslim Student Orgnization 2719 Stewart Ave Boise, ID 83702. Phone: 429-1866. Online: boisemuslims.org Latter-Day Student Association 1929 University Drive Boise, ID, 83706. Phone: 344-8549. Online: institute.lds.org. Secular Student Alliance Meet: SUB Fridays at 6 p.m. Facebook page: Boise State University Secular Student Alliance Online: secularstudents.org Intervarsity Christian Fellowship Meet: SUB Fridays at 7 p.m. Facebook page: Intervarsity Christian Fellowship Online: ividaho.org

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Students at Boise State University will hear the words â&#x20AC;&#x153;Get Involvedâ&#x20AC;? a lot at the beginning of the fall semester. The phrase will be stamped on giveaways, printed on fliers and posters and shouted from BSU websites, Twitter feeds, and Facebook. PHOTOS COURTESTY STUDENT INVOLVEMENT AND LEADERSHIP CENTER But why is it important to Contact the Leadership Center by calling 426-1223. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Get Involvedâ&#x20AC;? on campus? Arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t we here to go to class, giving students the freedom nated by the Volunteer Serget decent grades and, one to identify the experiences vices Board or working with day, walk down the aisle at that best fit their interests, the Student Programs Board commencement? goals and needs. Campus to bring a concert or movie Actually, involvement on involvement can mean join- to campus. campus adds value to the ing one of the more than 180 For those hoping to advoclassroom experience. Re- student organizations on cate for their fellow students, search tells us that campus campus, which include aca- serving through the Associinvolvement is linked to demic and professional or- ated Students of Boise State persistence, achievement, ganizations, religious groups, University (ASBSU) is a great satisfaction, career advance- recreational and club sports, way to shape the policies ment and educational devel- cultural and ethnic organiza- that affect life at Boise State opment among college stu- tions, and many more. University. dents. By only going to class, It can also mean becomUltimately, Boise State it is possible that you will ing a member of a Sorority University is committed miss out on a very impor- or Fraternity, where students to the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Get Involvedâ&#x20AC;? idea tant part of the educational will have the opportunity to because it benefits the inexperience. build positive relationships dividual â&#x20AC;Ś and it benefits So, what does campus in- while developing leadership the campus. volvement look like? skills and serving the comWhen students see the The answer to that de- munity. words â&#x20AC;&#x153;Get Involvedâ&#x20AC;? in the pends on what students want For some students, cam- fall, they are encouraged to get out of their college expe- pus involvement might do it. Students can find out rience. Boise State University mean participating in one of about all of the opportunities provides many diverse op- the many a community ser- to Get Involved at involveportunities for involvement, vice opportunities coordi- ment.boisestate.edu.

Anime club

The anime club is a vibrant club with more than 100 members. Members of this club gather to discuss movies, television series and manga Japan produces. The club has parties, polls, discussion forums and cosplay events. Members also encourage each other to create artwork and fictional stories. To join, go online to(5.4).'4/.3 PDF 0boiseanimeclub.freeforums.org.

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I am pleased to welcome you to Brigham Young University. You are about to embark upon a journey where your spiritual and secular learning will be interwoven with personal growth and development. When you enter BYU, you will see a sign that states “Enter to learn, go forth to serve.” Over the coming years, you will refine your divine gifts and capabilities in your chosen field of study. These discoveries will serve you, your family and your community throughout your life.

Welcome

BYU’s mission supports the mission of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in that we strive “to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.” I assure you that the university’s faculty, staff, and administrators are more than willing — even eager — to make their service and scholarship available to you. I encourage you to make the most of your experience. Immerse yourself in what takes place at Brigham Young University. Take part in the New Student Orientation activities, learning all you can about BYU’s rich heritage and vast opportunities. Make new friends; our students come from all 50 states and more than 120 countries. Prepare yourself mentally and spiritually for demanding, yet exhilarating course work. Commit yourself to living fully BYU’s Honor Code, knowing that it reflects your personal integrity and our foundation in the gospel of Jesus Christ. Be sure to become involved in your student ward or local congregation and make the time and effort to attend campus Devotionals and Forum assemblies. Finally, and importantly, study BYU’s mission statement and the “Aims of a BYU Education” (http://unicomm.byu. edu/about/aims/), incorporating these guidelines into your own individual educational quest. In the “AIMS of a BYU Education,” we read that “BYU seeks to develop students of faith, intellect and character who have the skills and the desire to continue learning and to serve others throughout their lives.” As your president, I am committed to upholding this charge — one I view as an inspired vision that will lead you and this university to even greater heights. Together, with the faculty and staff, we will accomplish Brigham Young’s desire to see this institution not only affect the course of higher education but also the world in which we live. Welcome aboard and enjoy the journey. Sincerely yours, Cecil O. Samuelson

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Elder Cecil O. Samuelson is the 12th president of Brigham Young University. He also serves as a member of the Seventy in the general leadership of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints, the sponsoring institution of BYU.

Monday through Friday students will see blue newspaper racks around campus filled with BYU’s daily paper, The Daily Universe. The free paper has been a part of campus for over 50 years. In addition to highlighting national and international news, The Daily Universe is a lab newspaper where student reporters provide news about campus and the community. Reading the paper every day is one of the best ways for students to be aware of what is happening on campus: devotionals, firesides, forums, films and more. Sport fans will also be able to read about their favorite BYU teams. Don’t miss out on the opportunity of staying informed about campus news and pick up a copy of the Daily Universe.

Appreciating the aims of a BYU education By STEVE TURLEY

Former Associate Dean, Undergraduate Education BYU’s mission is “to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.” To this end, BYU aims to provide students with an education that is spiritually strengthening, intellectually enlarging, character building and that leads to lifelong learning and service. Your education here should incorporate the best of the world’s knowledge, which is enlivened by your faith in Jesus Christ and enhanced perspective from revealed truths. Spiritual strength will come as you seek for ways to connect what you know in your head with what you feel in your heart. Your faith can be strengthened when you approach your studies with a desire to see the hand of the Lord in his creations, in his dealings with his children and in inspired expressions of our noblest feelings in literature and in the arts. Likewise, your scholarship can improve your ability

to effectively and articulately express relationships with roommates, report“a reason of the hope that is in you” (1 ing research findings and in showing integrity by keeping commitments. Peter 3:15). We hope your BYU experience will Your commitment to live the Honor also lead to expanding intellectual Code is critical in this aspect of your abilities. You will find daily oppor- development. tunities to enhance general skills of Finally, BYU will prepare you to sound thinking, effective communica- apply these characteristics in a lifetion and quantitative reasoning. time of learning and service. Your In addition to enlarging your BYU experience can be a springboard for a lifetime of curiosintellect, BYU aims to ity and instill in you a broaden your perspective by introducing you passion for learning so THE AIMS OF to many areas of human the joy of scholarship A BYU EDUCATION: knowledge including extends beyond your few religion, history, sci- 1. Spiritually strengthening years on campus. ence, arts and literature. Service experiences While becoming well- 2. Intellectually enlarging will give you chances to begin to apply your faith, rounded, you can also intellect and character expect to receive deep, 3. Character building specialized competence to bless the lives of other 4. Leading to lifelong within at least one area members of the church, learning and service your community and of choice in your major. BYU not only cares broader groups of people about what we know, but throughout your life. who we are and what kind of character As a campus community, we invite we possess. You will find opportuni- you to thoughtfully consider how the ties to develop and demonstrate char- aims of a BYU education can influence acter in test taking, writing research your experience here. Ultimately, BYU papers, sportsmanship, developing will be what you make it!

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