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Letter from the editor CHEERS AND JEERS

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didn’t have the normal college experience. For the past three years, I was a member of the Kent State field hockey team. While the other students were moving into their dorms freshman year, I was doing running tests. While people on my floor at Fletcher Hall were decorating their rooms, I was passed out on my mattress, door closed.

I can’t tell you about orientation week.

After all, I never got one. What I can tell you is that for you freshmen, these next few weeks are the opening to some of the best times of your life.

My number one piece of advice: live it up. Don’t take it for granted. Make new friends, prop your door open, go to the special events. You’ll have your whole life to roll your eyes at experiences you see as corny or unimportant. For now, enjoy your freshman year.

To help you make the most of orientation and the start to college life, the Daily Kent Stater prints the Orientation Issue.

Within the pages of these four sections you’ll get a taste of Kent State University: the good, the bad and the whimsically unique.

Our first section will introduce you to some of the logistics of the university.

You’ll get to see who the important people are at KSU. On A8 you can preview some of the renovations coming to the area during your time here.

Pay special attention to the A10 article on how you can prepare now to study abroad in the future. In March, I did a short-term study abroad to China. It was

an amazing experience and if I had prepared earlier, I’d find a way to take a second abroad trip this year.

Our second section will help you survive campus life. We’ve got everything from dorm living to weather readiness.

If you’re anything like me, you’ll spend the next four to five years in a love-hate relationship with campus.

There are days when it’ll feel too small to breathe and other days, like when you’re late for class, you’ll wish campus were more condensed.

To love our campus you’ll have to get to know it. To help you do that we’ve included our Kent State Bucket List. We hope by crossing off rituals on the list you’ll get a taste of the Kent State experience.

Our third section will introduce you to the City of Kent.

You’re all coming at a very special time in Kent’s history. A new boom in downtown renovation and construction will happen before your very eyes. Check out C3 to learn about the shops and restaurants coming to Acorn Alley II, set to open this fall. For the rundown on the bars and restaurants already booming in the city, turn to C11.

Our final section will give you a taste of what you can expect from our fall sports teams. You can learn about new football coach Darrell Hazell’s hope for the Flashes or get to know some of the female athletes from golf, soccer and field hockey. We’ll also tell you about the Student Recreation and Wellness Center on D9, a favorite place for many freshmen to avoid the Freshmen 15 — to learn more about that, go to B10.

I hope you find this Orientation Issue a helpful guide to begin your years here.

As I approach my final two semesters at Kent, it’s becoming clear how much being a student here has meant to me.

I’ll end by repeating what I’ve already said. It’s important to prepare for your future, but while you’re here, live it up, be silly and don’t ever stop trying to figure out who you really are.

Go Flashes!

CAMPUS CHEERS TO:

• Downtown Kent; Students who know downtown past the bars and tattoo parlors are happy students.

• Being independent. It’s great to have your mommy do stuff for you, but being in college will show you how to survive on your own. There’s no greater freedom than coming to college.

• The river walk — go west on Main Street, pass Franklin Square Deli, cross the river, turn right and go down the stairs.

• The Rec. Even if you have to get up early to fit in a workout, it’s worth it.

• All the new people you get to meet.

• Late night library hours.

Those of us who live there before midterms and finals thank you.

• All the black squirrels. They are clearly cuter than all other squirrels.

CAMPUS JEERS TO: • The weather. The winter is long, horrible, depressing and miserable.

• The college workload. You may love your major, but 18 credit hours and a part-time job can be pretty stressful.

• Food prices. There is nothing like paying $6 for a box of cereal. But at least the food is pretty good.

• Freshmen guys who fill the dorm hallways with the smell of Axe, sweat and dirty clothes.

• The sculptures. Some of them are nice, but others make us wonder who let them be erected in the first place.

• Parking services. They never take a day off and they’ll make you broke faster than you can say, “Is that a ticket?”

• The long lines in the Hub. It takes dedication to get some of the best food on campus.

Julie Sickel, editor

KENT CHEERS TO:

• Eastway breakfast. Those chocolate chip waffles and breakfast potatoes made my Saturday mornings.

• Fire alarms that go off at 10 p.m. in the dead of winter.

• Canoe and kayak trips down the Cuyahoga River. Check out the Kent State canoe and kayak livery at John Brown Tannery Park, 100 Stow Street.

• The size of the city. We’re not in the middle of nowhere, but the city’s small enough that you can get to know it.

• The Kent Stage is a great place to discover new music.

Tickets are relatively cheap, and it’s a few blocks from campus.

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KENT JEERS TO: • The weather. Snow, snow and more snow. Wind, wind and more wind. Need we say more?

• The potholes. If you drive on Summit Street you know your axel is in danger.

• Being the “Tree City.” Do we really have that many trees?

• The old Kent Hotel. We know you’re trying to do something about it, but that thing is ugly.

• The traffic lights. You hit one red light, you hit them all.

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Freshman year isn’t too frightening The Stater has asked me to write a column about what incoming freshmen should expect at Kent State, so I will share my personal freshman experience from two years ago with you.

It’s funny, actually, because in the summer before I began college, I didn’t spend a single minute wondering what college would be like. I already knew quite a bit about Kent State after writing for the Stater that summer and having lived seven miles from campus my entire life. Destination Kent State wasn’t extremely important to me because I wasn’t going to be a resident student.

Some of my high school classmates had taken post-secondary classes at Kent State, but I never asked anything about them.

I remember waking up the first day of classes and realizing I had no clue what to expect. It was the first time I would be in an educational environment much different from what I’d known since transitioning from elementary school to middle school (can we agree that high school wasn’t much different from middle school?).

Luckily, the first class I was entering was an Honors class of 17 calm,

Jody Michael intelligent students and a very nice and intelligent professor. It had relieved me immensely to discover college classes aren’t so strange after all.

It would be inaccurate to say college is basically the same as high school, but the contrasts aren’t radical enough for you to get nervous — in many ways, they are changes for the better. Hallways don’t turn into massive traffic jams between your classes. Most of your classes only meet two or three times a week instead of five consecutive days.

Sure, your classes will usually be more difficult and more important, but you have a lot more freedom with scheduling. Hundreds of electives are at your disposal. Many classes offer a choice of various times and instructors. You will be very glad RateMyProfessors.com exists; use it.

That said, I will warn you of a few things. Don’t get too comfortable with your favorite places to eat, because Dining Services quietly took away A&W, Quizno’s, a chicken place and a pizza place over the past two years and

replaced them with things that aren’t as good.

Our president, Lester Lefton, is a decent person and makes the effort to be friendly around students, but behind the scenes he enjoys collecting enormous raises and bonuses, even in years the university increased students’ tuition costs. Apparently he doesn’t think that’s contradictory or counterproductive, or maybe he doesn’t care.

You will at least once buy a textbook you never actually use. Maintenance crews do a mediocre job shoveling the sidewalks during big snowstorms. Robberies and assaults do unfortunately occur on and around campus occasionally; Kent State has been the safest public campus in Ohio, but even hearing of just a few recent student deaths is a scary thought.

As with any new experience in your life, you will face new problems, but also new opportunities. You are probably spending a lot of money to be at Kent State — make the most of it. Allow me to wish you a warm welcome and the best of luck.

Jody Michael is a junior news major.

Contact him at jmicha10@kent.edu.

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Eat local. Kent has lots of choices The summer flew by quickly, and another fall semester at Kent State is upon us. A new academic year brings with it a lot of new students, activities and quite a few painted walls this year. It also brings more local choices for coffee and food.

While a certain unnamed franchise coffee company and a slew of chain fast food restaurants seem to occupy a good portion of Kent’s eating and drinking choices, there are still a lot of options for those who want to support local companies.

With the economy getting worse, all the foodborne outbreaks and large companies reducing standards, more and more people are starting to shop locally. Not only does your money go to the local economy, you often get a better product or experience.

First off is the coffee. New workloads, extra studying and morning classes demand it.

Everybody wants his or her caffeine fix. There are a lot of convenient places to grab a cup of joe, but not all are locally owned or operated.

Scribbles Coffee, a small, eclectic coffee shop on Water Street, has a wide selection of coffee drinks and teas. There is a room in the back with some couches and chairs, and they have a great selection of old books. The employees are very nice, and the place has a great vibe.

If you are looking for fresh roasted coffee, then Bent Tree Roasters is the place to go.

Just a few doors down from Scribbles, Bent Tree offers coffee by the pound, which is roasted in-house. While the beverage choices are limited to hot and cold coffee, the taste is phenomenal.

They also offer fair trade coffee and a great conversation about their craft. The cold-brewed coffee on ice has a smooth taste I’ve never experienced at any coffee shop.

If your stomach is grumbling, and the same old burgers and fries aren’t cutting it, Kent has quite a few local eateries with great food.

Robert Young The Dancing Beta, which offers sushi and hibachi, is located at Acorn Alley off Main Street. This place is local, and the food is fresh and amazing. The tempura veggie roll is deep-fried and crunchy, and it is fantastic.

If your hunger is calling for Mediterranean food, then Laroush on Franklin Avenue is where you want to go. They have an excellent vegetarian selection, including falafel wraps, hummus, salads and smoothies. While the place is a little small and you may have to walk down the street a little, the food is amazing, and it doesn’t get much more local than this.

When 9 o’clock on Friday rolls around, I’m always in the mood for a fat tostada with extra guacamole, and Taco Tontos on the corner of Main and Franklin is the local place for your favorite Tex-Mex grub. The stuffed burritos are huge, and even the taco sauce is homemade.

If you want to get a little adventurous, then you should stroll down Water Street to Dr. Greenbee, where they sell everything from composters to organic beer kits. They offer free classes on things like cheese-making and gardening, and they even have a water refill station for bicyclists.

There is a growing trend of small business in Kent, and it is important to go out of your way to support local business.

The best way to find out the best local place is just to get out there and drive or walk around.

While local businesses may not have the great locations that large corporations can afford, it usually doesn’t take much more than turning the corner to find a great local restaurant or business. If you have a great experience with a local business, you should write about it and send it in.

Robert Young is a senior philosophy major. Contact him at ryoung35@kent.edu.

Six rules for surviving freshman year All right, freshmen, here are a few tips on how to live your life now that your homeowners (called “parents” by the government) are finally miles away.

First comes the second most important rule, because this is college and that’s how college works (you’ll understand one day, foolish Padowan). Go to class. Let me reiterate, go to class. To not go is to waste your hard-earned money, and that’s on the off-chance that you’ve got rich parents and are here without any loans or scholarships.

For the other 100 percent, you’re wasting someone else’s money, and that’s neither OK nor smart, because you will have to pay back anything that’s not a scholarship or grant — with interest.

Next up is the immensely important third rule: Eat. Once people get into their study groove, they seem to forget that their bodies need food like their minds need books, and after a week of heavy test preparation they look like a Barbie doll that got her hands on some “special sugar.” And always remember to eat before you party, or else you’ll be the guy curled up in a pile of your own throw-up

Dominique Lyons wishing the world would stop turning for just a few seconds.

There is, though, one very important notice tacked onto rule three: Don’t eat too much. The Freshman 15 is very real, and it can creep up on you like a chill in an igloo.

The fourth rule is simple, but ignore it and you might as well forgo rule two.

Never neglect your precious eight hours of sleep. Eight hours seems like a long time, especially to the college student on the go, but sleeping is the second-best way to spend the night (you should be able to guess the best way), and if you don’t do it in your bed, no safe amount of energy drinks will keep you from nodding off at your desk, which can be a fatal mistake in your cozier classes.

The fifth rule is basically shoved down your throat every time you leave your dorms: Get involved. Don’t sit in your dorm and allow college to devolve into High School 2.0. Get out and do something. Put on some makeup and go

make Kent (and by extension the whole wide world) a better place; you’ll see that it’s actually a lot more fun than watching Snooki hobble out of a bar with her dignity huddled in some guy’s wallet.

Facebook is your friend. It can do many great and powerful things that no one person wholly understands, but it has its flaws, one of them being that it’s horrible at keeping secrets. So rule six is easy for some, but seemingly impossible for others: Don’t tell your secrets to Facebook, because your personal business will become very public very fast.

Rule No. 1, numero uno, the most important of rules, the alpha rule: Have fun. Chill with your peeps, play video games, learn to dance, build a bridge.

It really doesn’t matter what you do, as long as you have a hell of a time doing it, because in the end the most important things about college are the experiences that pave your road to adulthood.

Take the rules in this list to heart, and your first year of college will flow smoother than a greased river.

Dominique Lyons is a sophomore news major. Contact him at dlyons4@kent.edu.

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How to get through college on time and find a job in your field Morgan Galloway

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Daily Kent Stater Leaving high school and entering college can be one of the most stressful periods in any young adult’s life.

One of the most important things a freshman should be worried about is how they’re going to get through college on time and find a job at the end of those four years.

Career counselor Kelly Stillwagon shared her expertise to conquer these obstacles.

“Have an A plan and a B plan,” Stillwagon said. “Have a fallback major that you’re thinking about still, no matter how secure you are.”

Stillwagon said she suggests this because sometimes students have a

hard time maintaining the grade point average necessary for a certain major.

“It’s very important to be realistic,” she said. “If a student is struggling, struggling, struggling with a freshman-level class, what are they going to do with a senior-level class?”

Stillwagon said students should get real-world experience in whatever field they choose to pursue.

“Experience in the field is always a good thing,” said Patrick Iafelice, a Kent State justice studies graduate. “Then you know what you’re getting yourself into or not getting yourself into.”

Not all majors require internships, but that doesn’t mean students shouldn’t obtain one. Internships are a great résumé builder and a great way to get experience.

“Think about your competition when you graduate,” Stillwagon said.

“Employers aren’t looking to see if you worked three jobs while you were in college. They want to see the experience you have.”

Some students have had difficulties getting jobs after graduating because of incidents that occurred when they were young.

University of Akron graduate Carly Fidel said when she graduated, she interviewed for a marketing position at Pepsi Americas.

“I actually had to go through the application and interview processes twice,” Fidel said. “Pepsi was going to have to insure me because I would be doing so much driving for the job, but I had too many points on my license. I had to wait until some points dropped off and then apply again.”

Students should also construct their résumé early in their college careers.

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Experience in the field is always a good thing. Then you know what you’re getting yourself into or not getting yourself into.

Patrick Iafelice KENT STATE Justice studies graduate

“I graduate in August and I just made my first résumé,” said senior community health major Anna Coates.

“I sent it to Career Services and they tore it apart.”

Stillwagon stressed the importance

of using the resources Kent State has to offer, like Career Services and the Center for Student Involvement.

“We’ll help you network, find internships, find jobs, build a résumé, build a cover letter,” she said. “One of the biggest things we help with is interviewing.”

Students can set up a time with Career Services to go in and do a mock interview. They get dressed up in a suit just like they would for an interview and get asked potential interview questions by a career counselor. During the session, the career counselor will tell the student what they did well and what needs work.

“That résumé gets you to the interview,” Stillwagon said. “But that interview gets you to the job.”

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Complaint Department

Vital information about Kent State Information compiled by Julie Sickel, graphics by Rachael Chillcott

Who should you find when you need help?

Raytevia Evans

revans21@kent.edu

Daily Kent Stater While in college, students tend to change their majors, take classes that are not within their majors, raise money for worthy causes and make suggestions on future classes. To help any of these processes go smoothly, it’s important to know who’s who at your university. While you attend Kent State, get to know these people because along the way, they’ll be very helpful in making your college career a successful one.

President Kent State University’s president is Lester Lefton, who has been the university’s head for the past five y e ars. T h e Ke n t State Board of Trustees elected Lefton in 2006. As president, Lefton’s duties include but are not limited to: 1) Serving as a figurehead for the university, often giving speeches and representing the university in a public setting.

2) Raising money for the university from donors and Kent State alumni.

3) Assisting the Board of Trustees in making major decisions for the university.

Provost The Kent State provost is Robert Frank, who has been serving in this position since March 2007. As university provost, Frank is basically involved in every aspect of this institution — from recommending department name changes to implementing programs to increase Kent State’s retention rate. Other provost duties may include: consulting with the deans of various departments and supervising the university’s curricular and research affairs. The 2011-2012 academic year will be Frank’s last year as Kent State’s provost; he announced his resignation in early July.

Deans and Directors The deans head specific academic departments at the university. Deans hold significant authority as the heads of their desig-

nated units, often making important decisions for the department — and the schools and colleges that fall under that particular department — with the help of the different schools’ directors.

Directors head a specific school or college that falls under an academic department.

Directors often assist in implementing new programs and classes for their schools.

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Common Student Questions 1. How do I change my major/minor?

Start by talking to your adviser. Your adviser will guide you through your college years and help you make the right decisions when it comes to your classes and internships. Discuss with your adviser the reason you’re interested in changing your major or minor. Once the decision to change is final, your adviser will direct you to the right paperwork to complete, which will eventually reach the director of your school and the dean of your college, and your major will be changed officially in the records.

2. If I’m having problems with a professor, who do I talk to about it?

Discuss the issue with your adviser, who may have some suggestions on how to approach the professor. Remember to always be respectful and handle the situation professionally. If the problem continues, consider discussing it with the director of your school/program.

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3. If I’m unhappy with a grade, how do I handle it and who do I talk to about it?

First consider whether the grade is actually worth the work you’ve done to complete the assignment. We all would prefer a better grade, but when thinking about it rationally, sometimes the grade is appropriate, whether we want it to be or not. If you really think you deserved a better score, approach your professor about it in a polite and professional manner, and keep in mind that you still may not get what you want. If the professor refuses to change the grade — which they have every right to do — and you still think you deserved a better grade, consult with the director, who will inform you on the process of filing an appeal.

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New renovations connect campus, Kent community

An artist’s rendering depicts the proposed housing complex to be built between South Lincoln Street and Morris Road.

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tudents who plan to make Kent their home for another year can expect a lot of changes to the city and campus.

Here are some of the changes students can expect in Fall 2012:

More off-campus student housing Student housing was so limited this year that 100 students were temporarily moved to lounge rooms, and almost every nearby apartment complex was leased out or on waiting lists by the time summer rolled around.

Next year, that may change. Three student housing projects are underway off campus.

• Hallmark Campus Communities, a Columbus-based developer, is demolishing Sunrise Town House Apartments, which housed 196 beds, to build a new 615-bed apartment complex on Rhodes Road near College Towers.

• Edwards Communities Development Co., another Columbus-based developer, is erecting seven new cottages for its 596-bed housing complex between South Lincoln Street and Morris Road.

• Capstone Development Corp., a Birmingham, Ala., based developer is tearing down Silver Oaks Place, cur-

A more vibrant downtown Acorn Alley and the recently erected Acorn Alley II have spawned a new look for Kent’s downtown, offering creative local restaurants and stores for students and visitors to shop and eat.

When Fall 2012 comes around, the entire corridor between Haymaker Parkway and East Main, South Depeyster and South Water streets will be composed almost entirely of renovated buildings or structures that never existed before Spring 2011.

Fairmount Properties, a Clevelandbased developer, expects its three-story,

Pizzuti Companies hopes to complete Kent’s new hotel and conference center by Fall 2012. The hotel will have 95 rooms and seat 300 people. mixed-use structure comprised of three parts to be finished before the Fall 2012 semester. It will be home to Davey Tree and AMETEK operations, as well as a dozen small businesses including a Lebanese restaurant, a clothing boutique, a wrap and smoothie shop and a Mexican restaurant.

Columbus-based developer Pizzuti Companies expects to complete Kent State University’s hotel and conference center by September or October 2012. The hotel will come with 95 rooms and the conference center will seat 300 people.

Students may have to wait until next semester to visit the Kent Central Gateway. PARTA expects to finish the $26 million parking garage with 300 parking spaces, 10 bus bays and 20,000 square feet of retail space near the end of 2012.

Greater connection between downtown and campus Hate bikers? Expect to see more of them in Fall 2012.

Next year, biking may be the best travel method between downtown and campus. It’ll avoid the pay-to-park spaces at PARTA’s Kent Central Gateway. PARTA hasn’t announced the price, but whatever it is, it’ll force visitors and downtown employees to fight for other parking

Haymaker block’s Fairmount Properties development Erie Street Ametek

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rently a housing complex for residents 55 and older, and building a 250-bed complex for students.

All three projects are scheduled to be completed by Fall 2012, and together they offer 1,265 more beds to Kent State students, which represents a little more than the enrollment growth between Fall 2008 and Fall 2010.

To put things in a better perspective, the projects from Hallmark, Edwards and Capstone can house every student now living in Tri-Towers and Korb Hall.

Michael Bruder, director at the office of the University Architect, said Kent State officials have no plans to build a new residence hall on campus.

“We also have to look at what the market does,” Bruder said. “If another 800 beds come online off-campus, then we don’t want to build a building and not be able to fill it.”

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spaces available downtown — that is, if those remain free.

“There has been discussion about putting in parking meters in certain areas to regulate parking, especially with the new downtown developments, but nothing is definite,” Gary Locke, director of community development for Kent, told the Summer Kent Stater in July.

Michael Bruder expects the University Esplanade extension to encourage

more pedestrian traffic as well.

“We’re hoping to reconnect (with the city) in a more tangible way so it becomes very pedestrian focused,” Bruder said.

The University Esplanade extension is anticipated to be completed by Fall 2012, and with the help of a traffic light at Haymaker Parkway, it will connect Kent State’s hotel and conference center with the northbound edge of Franklin Hall.

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Students have more choices than ever when it comes to textbooks

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Follett’s Rent-A-Text program at the Student Center bookstore has grown in popularity since being introduced last fall. Campus Book and Supply also offers the option to students.

Ed DeTomaso

edetomas@kent.edu

Daily Kent Stater Student textbook buying options, both in store and online, vary in price and features depending on where students decide to shop.

The Kent State University Bookstore is one place students can purchase their textbooks.

Located in the Student Center, the University Bookstore is required to carry every book for all classes offered at Kent State.

“We believe students prefer our store because of convenience and the flexible return policy we have,” said Michael Marquardt, store director. “It’s important for students to know that we carry your book regardless of the class size.”

Another textbook-buying option is the independently owned store, Campus Book and Supply, located on South Lincoln Street.

“We tend to be five percent cheaper than the University Bookstore,” said Nicholas Schmitt, sophomore aeronautics major and store customer service representative.

According to employees, Campus Book and Supply has been busy getting ready for the fall semester.

The store also offers specialordered textbooks and buys back books year-round with prices that fluctuate daily.

Both the University Bookstore and Campus Book and Supply offer book rentals to students.

“Book rentals continue to grow in popularity. We expect to add more titles. It’s a good and financially helpful option for students to have,” Marquardt said. “Students who rent at the University Bookstore have freedom with the books and are allowed to highlight and take notes in them.”

Campus Book and Supply rentals are limited to hardcover titles.

“Rental is a great feature for students enrolled in classes not directly connected to their major,” said Schmitt.

Rental prices are about 50 percent less than the price of a brand new book at both locations.

Buying books online is also a practical option for students — one that’s becoming even more popular. Websites such as Amazon and eBay can offer vast

selection, low prices, no tax and free shipping.

“It’s not a secret that we can’t fully compete with online sales,” said Schmitt.

Online retailer Textbooks.com sells new, used and rental textbooks. They also offer discounts up to 90 percent off retail.

“We have a pretty standard price margin. Online competitors are very competitive,” said Marquardt. “I think we just offer a better experience overall.”

Textbook formats continue to evolve, and some books are also offered completely online.

“It’s true that digital books are becoming more and more popular,” said Marquardt. “We continually promote digital books as the list of titles continues to grow.”

These options provide for an environment where students have many choices when it comes to buying books.

“For me, online prices are just lower than other stores. It comes down to money,” said Katherine Williams, freshman integrated life sciences major.

“I think that’s a tough thing to overlook.”

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Kent State could show you the world Early steps to take toward study abroad Rachel Hagenbaugh rhagenba@kent.edu

Daily Kent Stater More and more students are choosing to expand their college experience by taking advantage of Kent State’s semester abroad or short-term study abroad programs. Rather than trying to fit it into your schedule later in your college career, international advisers recommend preparing early to make studying abroad a possibility in your college career. Here are the first three steps freshmen can take to ready themselves to go abroad in the future.

Step 1: Apply for a first-time passport or renewal Sarah Hull, academic program officer for the Office of Global Education, said students should apply for a passport as soon as they decide to study abroad. To obtain a passport, students need to go to the Web site travel.state.gov/passport/.

Students will need to complete an online application. The application, evidence of U.S. citizenship, application fee and two passport pictures will need to be mailed to the Department of State or turned in at a regional passport agency.

Hull said the Department of State indicates that it will take approximately four to six weeks to process a passport application.

Step 2: Meet with a study abroad adviser to select a program Students can research programs on their own, but shouldn’t rely solely on the information they get, Hull said.

“Those websites are flooded with information you don’t need,” Hull said. This makes choosing

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Ben Wolford, senior newspaper journalism major, stands on 100th floor of the Shanghai World Financial Center and looks down through a glass floor. a program overwhelming to students.

A lot of students don’t know where they want to study abroad, said Tori Nethery, academic program officer for the Office of International Affairs. It’s good to start with a program that coordinates with the student’s major, she said.

“It’s part of our job to narrow down a program that fits their needs,” Nethery said.

Step 3: Look at the program budget and begin saving money Mary Ann Saunders, executive director of global education, said it’s important for students to think

about studying abroad as freshmen because it enables them to have time to save more money.

“Instead of spending their summer job money, they could be saving it for a study abroad experience,” Saunders said.

Hull said she always recommends students set up an appointment with the financial aid office to discuss grants, loans and scholarships.

Any other questions you have can be answered by your academic adviser or the Office of Global Education.

A “who’s who” of KSU administrators

Lester Lefton President

On a smaller scale, President Lefton’s role is similar to that of President Barack Obama’s. Lefton runs and is the representative of the university. He traverses the country to meet with industry leaders to bring in new programs and talk with potential scholarship donors.

Lefton also meets with area community leaders to improve the “town-gown” relationships. He works with members of his cabinet and other administrators to improve the university image and lead Kent State into the future.

Robert Frank Provost

Now in his fifth year as provost, Frank is the chief academic officer of Kent State and oversees all of the academic programs within the university. Simply put, he’s responsible for your education.

As provost, his role is to ensure that qualified faculty — professors, instructors, lecturers — are placed within each program, and the skills students learn at Kent State will be marketable to future employers after graduation. Frank is also responsible for the publication of the undergraduate catalog, which outlines academic policies and the requirements and programs for each degree.

Frank has announced his resignation, effective at the end of the 2012 school year.

Iris Harvey

Vice President for University Relations Harvey’s role is to market Kent State.

All of the information potential students see before stepping on campus is a direct result of the Office of University Relations.

She supervises the offices of government relations, University Communications and Marketing and radio station WKSU-FM. In effect she ensures the promotion and encouragement of the transfer and sharing of best marketing practices. She also supervises Kent State’s Corporate and Professional Development services and programs.

Gregg Floyd

Vice President for Finance and Administration Floyd’s main responsibility is managing disribution of the university’s budget.

He is also responsible for maintaining Kent State’s facilities and construction through Campus Environment and Operations and the Office of the University Architect.

Gene Finn

Vice President for Institutional Advancement The most direct result of the work that Finn and the institutional advancement division, along with alumni relations, has done, can be seen in the funds raised for general operating costs and student scholarships. This past year, more than $6.1 million was raised in new scholarship support for Kent State students.

Finn coordinates all aspects of alumni relations and private fundraising activities, generating funds to be invested and managed by the Kent State University Foundation, a separate entity from the university that invests and manages gifts.

Private contributors to the university donated a record-breaking $39.9 million, beating last year’s record by nearly $3 million this year.

Greg Jarvie

Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Affairs

According to the Division of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs’ website, its mission is “to support the teaching and learning process and the development of the whole student body by providing quality programs and services that enhance student learning and student success.”

J a r v i e ’s m a i n responsibility is to retain and ensure the well-being of Kent State students by heading the division that manages offices such as Residence Services, Career Services, Dining Services, Recreational Services, the Center for Stu-

dent Involvement and the Student Center, among several others.

W. Grant McGimpsey Vice President for Research McGimpsey, who began his new position Aug. 1, leads the Division of Research and Sponsored Programs,which helps Kent State faculty obtain research funding from sources outside the univers i t y. M c G i m p s e y said he would be forming teams to work together across disciplines to reach a high quality of research and scholarship.

Alfreda Brown Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Brown is responsible for management of the universit y ’s diversity and inclusion programs. Those programs include Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity, the Student Multi-Cultural Center, Women’s Resource Center and other pre-college programs.

Willis Walker

Vice President for Human Resources Walker, who also serves as chief university counsel, was named vice president for human resources in September 2008.

As the head of his department, Walker is responsible for managing Kent State’s human resources division, handling labor and employee relations and overseeing the university’s legal affairs.

Ed Mahon

Vice President for Information Services

Mahon is the vice president of information services; his office oversees information technology, support and application services.

He helps ensure that services such as the FlashZone wireless network, Vista, email, and online course registration function effectively.

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The sun shines on the Shanghai skyline.

Need a cool class? Check out these popular choices Sasha Chinchar

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Daily Kent Stater Most students spend four or more years at Kent State working towards their degree. However, along with the classes that are required with a particular major, students also have to take Kent Core classes. Kent Core classes include College Writing I and II and particular courses in math, fine arts, social sciences and basic sciences.

These classes equal about 37 credit hours, in which students can choose from a number of classes on a list. If chosen right, these classes can be an enjoyable experience or a nightmare. We asked students who have already been through this process what classes they suggest to incoming freshmen.

Here is a list of five popular classes:

General Psychology: If you are interested in understanding people from a scientific approach, this is the right class for you. The class studies human behavior and mental processes such as emotions, perceptions and cognition.

Topics may include personality, social and environmental factors, biological aspects of behavior and the experience of emotion and psychological disorders. This popular class fulfills one social sciences requirement and counts for three credit hours.

Dance as an Art Form: If you have an interest in dance — with or without experience — this class can be the one for you. Not only does it include a lecture, but also a dance class once a week, in which a different style of dance is taught each week. The overall class examines the various types, styles and functions of dance with emphasis on understanding dance as an art form and an expression of culture.

Dance as an Art Form fulfills a fine arts requirement and counts for three credit hours.

Seven Ideas that Shook the Universe:

Even if you don’t always enjoy science, you might find this class interesting, like so many other students. Seven Ideas that Shook the

PHYSICAL EDUCATION CLASSES If you want to do something fun while gaining credit hours, try some physical education classes to keep you active and fit.

• Yoga • Zumba • Bowling • Pilates • Volleyball • Jogging • Self-Defense • Beginning Ballroom Dance • Dance Exercise • Racquetball Universe helps to understand what science is and how the scientific worldview works. It focuses on major revolutionary physical concepts and their implications for understanding the physical universe. This class fulfills a basic science requirement and counts for three credit hours.

Human Evolution and Issues in Human Evolution:

Along with the basic science requirements, a basic science with a lab is also mandatory. Human Evolution with the lab, Issues in Human Evolution, may be the right classes for you if you have a curiosity for anthropology or evolution theory.

This class focuses on the beginning and progressive development of the human species during the last five million years. Human Evolution counts as a basic science that is three credit hours, and Issues in Human Evolution is the lab that goes with the class for one credit hour. Students must register for each class separately.

Intro to Human Communication:

Along with the requirements from each category, you must choose additional six hours from any category.

Intro to Human Communication is a popular class students take to fulfill part of this requirement. This class is an analysis of the nature and function of human communication in interpersonal, group and public contexts. Intro to Human Communication is worth three credit hours and can also be taken online.

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Adulthood 101: Budget and manage money more wisely Samantha Pietra spietra@kent.edu

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Budgeting is an issue that college students deal with daily — facing the decision between saving their money and going out with their newfound friends.

College is a learning experience, both academic and practical. Students learn time management and ways to make their dollars count.

“Generally speaking, those who view college as the first four years of true adulthood do much better than those who view college as an opportunity to extend their adolescence for four years prior to entering the ‘real world,’” said David Dumpe, Kent State professor of finance.

For freshman college students, the first year is usually their first time away from family. Because of that, students should be more aware of their funds and try to save while still enjoying the college experience.

“Give yourself a limit as to how much you can spend each month. Any leftover money can rollover to the next month,” Lianne Dunaway, Kent State senior, said.

“Use your meal plan as much as you can. Spending money on fast food can really add up, so eat on campus as much as possible.”

It’s easy to get caught up in the college life and forget the amount of funds available. However, Dumpe said it is important for students to maintain their accounts and manage their money wisely.

“Live within a budget.

Know how much you will have. Plan to not spend more than that. Small items add up.

A $1.80 beverage every weekday amounts to $135.00 over

Watch the shopping.

That bookstore can be tempting, but also expensive.

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the course of the semester,” Dumpe said.

Students almost always have something going on in their social lives, but it is heavily advised to use the meal plan as much as possible to save money.

“I used my meal plan for everything; I bought myself dinner and groceries with it,” said Kaitlyn Hartburg, Kent State sophomore.

Hartburg said the main thing she learned during her freshman year was to save change.

“You’d be surprised how much money you end up with,” Hartburg said.

Leslie Schurman, Kent State junior, said, “Watch the shopping. That bookstore can be tempting, but also expensive.”

Dumpe advised students to track their expenses on top of establishing a budget. If you don’t know where your money is going, it’s hard to control expenditures.

In The Girl’s Guide to Absolutely Everything, Melissa Kirsch recommended selling some unnecessary possessions to make a couple extra dollars.

“When I don’t want clothes anymore I sell them on eBay,” Dunaway said.

“Some stores won’t buy back a lot of clothes; people on eBay will buy anything that’s in good condition. I’ve gotten over $100 for ten shirts before.”

College students stay connected with parents’ apron strings via technology Angie Leventis Lourgos

Chicago Tribune (MCT) CHICAGO - Nineteen-year-old Taylor Matichak calls her mom several times a day, in between the flurry of text messages they send one another discussing academics, social life or just daily chit-chat.

Though the sophomore at the University of Missouri in Columbia spends most of the year more than 300 miles from her family’s Plainfield, Ill., home, the distance seems to evaporate with technology.

“I like it because we can stay close,” said the teen, who says she initiates most of the calls and texts.

It’s profoundly different from the college days of her mother, 52-year-old Debbie Matichak, who remembers waiting in long lines at her dormitory pay phone to make the obligatory Sunday collect call home.

Keeping in touch with parents was more expensive and time-consuming when she attended the University of Denver three decades ago.

But as college students prepare to descend on campuses in the coming weeks, many are finding that with the ease of cell phones, unlimited text message plans, email, Facebook and Skype, they can have near-constant access to mom and dad.

“It’s changed the experience of being away at college,” said James Boyle, president of College Parents of America, based in Arlington, Va. “A generation ago, when your parents said goodbye and drove away, many (students) didn’t see their parents again until Thanksgiving.”

But some experts fear this communication shift could hamper the independence of older teens at a time when they traditionally come into their own.

“Sometimes these students are not being as autonomous or self-sufficient as they should be,” said Barbara Hofer, psychology professor at Middlebury College in Vermont and co-author of the book “The iConnected Parent: Staying Close to Your Kids in College (and Beyond) While Letting Them Grow Up,” which is being released this month.

“Staying close is different than being dependent,” she said.

Her 2008 study of students at Middlebury and the University of Michigan found that students on average contacted their parents 13 times a week, mainly via cell phone calls and emails, though text messaging and Skype seem to be growing in popularity.

This is a marked shift from the students’ parents, who reported calling home about once a week when in college, making calls that were often three minutes long or less because the costs were so high.

Much of the change stems from the rising use of technology among all age groups. A Pew Research Center survey this year found 40 percent of adults use the internet, email or instant messaging, up from the 32 percent in 2009. Seventy-two percent of adults this year reported sending or receiving text messages compared to 65 percent last year.

Data also shows that roughly three-quarters of 12-to-17-year-olds own cell phones compared to 45 percent in 2004, which indicates that it’s likely teens are increasingly taking cell phones with them to college.

Hofer said problems arise when these electronic conversations enter “regulatory” territory: Parents reminding their student about assignments, making course schedule decisions, monitoring posts on Facebook or telling the child how to handle basic conundrums of life, from questions about washing machine settings to trouble with professors.

Another problem dips into academic dishonesty: Hofer said one in five students reported having their parents edit their papers online, a practice that might violate the honor codes of many colleges and universities. While helping a child with a paper at the kitchen table in junior high or high school might be appropriate, sending a paper back and forth for editing can amount to the parent doing all the work, which means the student isn’t learning to

do it alone, Hofer said.

She recommends parents shift conversations to helping students learn how to make the decision or solve the problem rather than giving answers, a practice that must start when the student is an adolescent living at home.

Winnetka, Ill., parent Deb Guy, 55, said it takes discipline to structure communication appropriately because it’s so easy for teens or parents to make a quick phone call. She sees a lot of parents making decisions for their teens or young adults, and agrees that separation needs to start earlier than the day a child is sent to college. “(Parents) want to be there, but they need to let go,” she said. “They need to send their child back to the problem.”

It might sound counter-intuitive, but Guy said one of her most gratifying times as a parent stemmed from lack of communication with her daughter Madalyn Guy, who was 19 last semester and studying in Rome without access to a cell phone. Madalyn had to navigate a foreign city, choose her courses — even go to the emergency room once — without her mother’s help.

Deb Guy found the lack of communication unnerving at first. But when she visited Madalyn abroad, she was proud to watch as her daughter took charge and made plans, as an adult would.

“She made every decision on her own, and I saw the value of that,” she said.

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To help make your new residence hall room your own, the university has provided you with furniture you can configure to your individual preferences.

“Each room has its own charm,” said Dave Taylor, senior assistant director of residence services. “Students have the choice to have their room however they want for the most part.”

Taylor said students have the option of going up or down, meaning they can either bunk the beds on top of each other, loft the beds using the dresser and computer desk or have both beds down on the floor. Tay-

lor recommends students utilize their space wisely.

Life in a dorm room “Living in the residence halls is an experience I think everyone should have when coming to college,” said Chenae Bruner, a sophomore. “You get a feel of finally being on your own and coming into your own as well.”

Bruner stayed in Korb Hall, which is an all-freshman hall. She said she was able to mingle among her class and meet new students.

“I had loftable furniture and me and my roommate set up our room exactly how we wanted. It was very homey,” said Bruner.

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Dormitory dètente: Roommate conflicts are growing as part of the college experience Stephanie Dunnewind The Seattle Times

SEATTLE — Sharing a 115-squarefoot dorm room with a stranger has always required some adjustment. (For reference, the master bathrooms of some homes now measure 180 square feet.)

But experts say this year’s incoming college class and the rest of the millennial generation are ill-equipped for the compromises and negotiations required for living in such close quarters, with increasing numbers turning to their parents for solutions.

“We get parents calling and demanding that they want their kid out of a room immediately, but there’s been no conversation between roommates,” said Chris Jaehne, administrator for residential life at the University of Washington.

With many universities at capacity, many report that students can’t fall back on requesting a single room or moving without first arranging a swap.

About the third week of school, parents can expect a call or email. “That’s when the conflicts heat up,” said Susan Fee, author of “My Roommate Is Driving Me Crazy!: Solve Conflicts, Set Boundaries and Survive the College Roommate from Hell” (Adams Media, 2005). “What seemed cool is now really annoying.”

Roommate troubles aren’t limited to freshmen; in fact, sometimes there are more problems with sophomores, who often choose to room with a friend, said Romando Nash, director for residential learning communities at Seattle University.

In a new, often high-pressured environment, many students see the privacy of their room as a haven. It can be a shock to discover they can’t, say, study in their own room (their roommate is enjoying downtime watching TV) or sleep in peace (roommate’s boyfriend or girlfriend is always over).

Possible consequences of roommate conflict include increased stress, a drop in grades, forking out for a move or even dropping out of school entirely.

Experts cite several trends contributing to increased roommate difficulties: Smaller families, less sharing. At

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Room decorations Even though students can make their room as comfortable as they want, there are some restrictions. Weapons such as firearms, hunting knives and fire safety items are absolutely not allowed into the residence halls. Anything with an exposed heating element is not permitted in the residence halls. There haven’t been any accidents that Taylor said he can recall; however, residence services takes serious precautions.

“Our intent is to make it safer for the students,” Taylor said. “It only takes one time, that’s the philosophy we go by.”

Taylor says each year they have students who bring things they shouldn’t, and there are consequences for their actions.

Typically, if students have something in their room that is not permitted — depending on the item — it will be confiscated and the incident will be documented with the residence hall director.

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Tri Towers, one of the residence halls on the Kent campus, will offer dorm space to hundreds of incoming students this semester. the end of their child-bearing years, a fifth of moms reported having only one child in 2002, more than double the percentage in 1982, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. More than four out of 10 moms had two kids in 2002. With increasingly large houses, few siblings have to share rooms or even bathrooms, experts say.

I’ll just IM you. Instead of face-toface conversations, roommates rely on instant- and text-messaging or emails to vent frustrations — sometimes when they’re both in the same room. Without the aid of body language, this can lead to additional miscommunication.

Helicopter parents. So-called because they hover, helicopter parents try to save kids from unhappiness and frustration by swooping in to protect them and solve problems. As a result, some say, many teens today lack the ability to deal with challenges or resolve conflict. With parents who can’t say no, overindulged kids end up with

“unreasonable expectations about having things their way,” Fee said.

I’ll take care of it. At one time, universities acted in loco parentis (in place of parents) but stepped back in the 60s and 70s to treat students more as adults. Now it’s not colleges in loco parentis, but it’s parents themselves who won’t relinquish control. Too often, officials say, parents listen to the one-sided criticisms and become phone-line rescuers. ”University staff seek a balance between treating residential life as a developmental stage for students and catering to parents as paying customers.

“No matter who your roommate is, it’s one of the best learning and growing experiences in college,” said Sean Whiting, resident director of the UW’s McCarthy Hall. “You learn a lot about yourself in how you interact with your roommate or how you avoid it.”

TOP ROOMMATE CONFLICTS: 1. Slob vs. neat freak.

2. Late night vs. early risers.

3. Overnight guests/sex in the room.

4. Unasked “borrowing” (clothes, food, toiletries).

5. Friends over all the time.

6. Lack of personal hygiene.

Source: “My Roommate Is Driving Me Crazy!: Solve Conflicts, Set Boundaries and Survive the College Roommate from Hell.”

The advice Taylor gives is not to be confined in your room all the time.

“Students should get out and explore the rest of campus,” said Taylor “Discover what’s out there, meet new people and browse the rest of the buildings.

You may find things you never thought you would.”

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ON-CAMPUS FOOD GUIDE

Jump, HUB in the Student Center

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Eastway

Eastway Café offers a large salad bar, international grill and made-to-order omelets and sandwiches. The café also offers “Veggie-A-GO-GO”, a call -ahead vegan and vegetarian program, and several “theme nights” for different ethnic varieties. The Eastway Market and Deli offers fresh deli sandwiches and grocery items.

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spring semester, you can purchase foods in bulk at many of the markets on campus.

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In order for the university to accommodate its large number of commuter students, dining plans cannot be used from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Hub in the Student Center. Flashcards can be used at any other time at all of these locations:

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By now you’ve probably already purchased a semester dining plan. Your Flashcard is key for on campus dining and will get you food at any dining outlet on campus with your meal plan or FlashCash.

Meal Plan Tips:

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1. Check your balance on a regular basis through My Account on Flashline.

2. Check the balance guides located in the dining halls to see what your balance should be each week.

3. If your balance is low, you can add money to your account at any point during the year.

4. If you have extra money at the end of

-Eastway Café and Deli -Rosie’s Diner and Rations -Prentice Café and Munchies -Kent Markets I & II -The Hub -Damon’s -The Student Recreation and Wellness Center’s Summit Street Café -All Jazzman’s Locations -Starbucks at the library coffee cart

The residence halls on campus offer several dining options that on-campus students may find convenient.

Tri-Towers houses Rosie’s Diner the only 24-hour dining and delivery location on campus.

Rosie’s Rations market also has the largest selection of gluten-free and organic options at Kent.

Prentice Hall includes Burrito Del Ray — a made to order burrito, salad bowl and quesadilla location, and a variety of salad bar choices.

Prentice also offers Veggie-A-GO-GO. Munchies market at Prentice offers Crustano’s deli sandwiches and several treats such as make-yourown milkshakes.

Kent State’s Student Center is the oncampus spot for non-residence hall eateries.

The Hub includes Einstein Bros. Bagels, Subway, Jump Asian Express, Nathan’s and Arthur

Treacher’s, Salad and Sushi and Ambrosia,– a smoothie and ice cream spot. The Rathskeller on the lower level offers Damon’s Bar and Grill and Jazzman’s Café – a popular campus coffee location. Kent Market I on the first floor offers made-to-order sandwiches, salads and wraps daily. The Kent Market II on the second floor offers Olives – a create-your-own pasta station – KM2 Grill and Tandoori Oven Indian cuisine. A fine dining experience can be found at the Schwebel Garden Room on the third floor.

Commuter students still get the college experience Justine Stump

jstump@kent.edu Daily Kent Stater You don’t live in a dorm. You don’t have a college roommate. You don’t have a bottomless food plan. You’ll never see the inside of Rosie’s at 2 a.m.

Commuter students may not live the campus life, but they can still get involved and have a college experience without living on campus.

Della Marshall, Associate Director of the Center for Student Involvement, said only about ten percent of freshman commute, leaving them feeling alone.

Marshall said one of the best things a commuter student can do to get involved is join the Commuter and Off-Campus Student Organization, or COSO. COSO will host a “coffee hour” in the cyber café in the basement of the student center every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to noon starting in October.

“They can meet new people and have an idea of what’s going on,” Marshall said.

Commuters should also keep an eye on the chalkboard located just outside the cyber café, Marshall said, because COSO keeps it updated with different events going on around campus.

Emilie Liadis, executive director of COSO, said she thinks it’s important for students to join some kind of organization to meet new people.

Finding Shelter

Commuters may find themselves feeling stranded when they have a long day of classes and no dorm room.

Marshall said commuters often complain about how they want some place to go when they have gaps of time.

“We’re working to explore the possibility of creating study lounges for commuters that have microwaves and a place for them to leave their stuff,” Marshall said.

But for now, commuters will have to make do with the facilities provided.

If a student has homework to work on they should go to the library or somewhere quiet, Marshall said, as the Student Center is often too noisy.

If a commuter is just looking for a place to hang out, then the lower level of the Student Center is a good place to look, Marshall added. They provide pool tables, TVs and computers — all free of charge.

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Kent State alumnae Brynn Wilkins takes the bus around campus.

Marshall said students should also keep an eye out for lounges, computer labs and comfortable spots in the buildings they frequent most.

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Commuters always have the option to pack a lunch, but most students look forward to leaving the brown-bagged lunch behind them along with attendance bells and standardized tests.

About 22,000 of Kent State’s nearly 28,000 students commute. For this reason, the dining plan is not accepted on the first floor of the Student Cen-

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ter between 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday to better accommodate commuter students, according to the Kent State website.

Dining services also offers the Blue

Dining Option, a dining plan for commuter students accepted at most locations across campus.

Preparing for the Worst

Since a car is often a commuter’s key to survival and home away from home, the COSO website suggests students keep emergency supplies in their cars, such as first-aid kit, extra clothes, jumper cables, flat tire kit, non-perishable snacks and water.

In case of emergency, students shouldn’t hesitate to call the parking services dispatch at (330)672-4444.

They provide jump-starts, tire infla-

tion, emergency refueling and lockout assistance.

Commuters should also be aware of parking regulations, said Larry Emling, manager of Parking Services. If students have any questions or concerns, they should contact parking services because Emling said he wants to “avoid giving people tickets.” But if a car is parked illegally, it will get ticketed and maybe even towed.

“They need to get here early.

Students should allow extra time,” Emling said. “Planning is one of the life skills you learn in college.”

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New “GPS” a roadmap for staying on track to graduate Rachel Hagenbaugh rhagenba@kent.edu

Daily Kent Stater Call it an idiot’s guide to getting a college degree. The KAPS report is out; the GPS is in.

The Graduation Planning System is a roadmap that helps students plan classes and keep track of progress throughout their years at college.

Previously, advisers and students used a system called KAPS to plan courses and track graduation progress.

Robert Frank, provost and vice president of academic affairs, said the GPS would give students a better understanding of how to prepare for the upcoming semesters.

Some students drop out of college because they get confused, discouraged and off-track with their plans, said Deborah Barber, executive director of degree planning.

“Some students don’t feel like they’re getting anywhere,” said Sally Kandel, associate vice

president of academic operations and administration. “We wanted to find more efficient ways to increase GPA.” There are three components to the GPS: degree auditing, planning and tracking. The degree auditing — which will replace the KAPS report audit — and the planning features have already been tested by 85 Kent State students, and will be implemented beginning Fall 2011 for 2010 catalog students and above.

“It shows you everything you need to graduate, which is really helpful,” said Hannah Fox, a sophomore psychology major.

Michael Gershe, academic adviser and coordinator for the College of Technology, said the KAPS report used coding that was difficult for students to understand. It was also hard for advisors to make substitutions and add exceptions for classes, he added.

The degree audit will clearly show what courses the students have taken and still need to take to graduate, Kandel said.

The second component of the GPS system includes a roadmap,

or a generalized plan for a student’s bachelor ’s or associate’s degree. The roadmap lists the courses a student needs to take each semester to graduate in a certain amount of time.

GPS also includes an individualized plan students can set up themselves online. The roadmap is a guide, Kandel said, but based on a student’s preferences, they create their own plan.

“This plan helps students set goals and plan out their lives better,” Gershe said.

Gershe said he thinks the plan will also get some students thinking about taking a summer class. If they’ve failed a class or don’t want to take 15 credits a semester, they can account for that during a summer session.

Students who wish to study abroad or obtain a bachelor ’s degree in three years could also accommodate those plans with this new system, Barber said.

Tracking is the third component of the GPS program, which will be tested in the summer of 2012. Once implemented, this system will notify advisors if a student is not

on track with their plan, Barber said. The advisor will email the student and set up a time to meet and rearrange the plan to get the student back on track.

“Students spend too much time worrying about their degree re q u i re m e n t s , ” F r a n k s a i d , “instead of figuring out if that major is right for them.”

Deborah Barber and four other members of the GPS team are working together to raise awareness about the new system.

“We’ve been working so hard to create this program, “ Barber said. “It’s important to inform as many students as possible.”

The GPS team created a Twitter and Facebook Page. The goal is for students to use these pages to post questions they have about the GPS. Barber said once a student posts a question, one of the three faculty members assigned to watching the page will answer within 24 hours. “The idea is to make the Facebook page a modern FAQ page, “ Barber said.

“Students can get their questions answered by looking at what other people have asked.”

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Campus safety: It’s up to you

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Drinking excessively can put a person at risk because it impairs judgment and can lead to other unhealthy behaviors. relations officer for Kent State police, said students don’t realize how easy it is for a person to steal items from an unattended room. Penn said it’s important for students to keep their dorm rooms locked when they aren’t in the rooms. She said students Matt Rauch should be careful whom they let mrauch3@kent.edu in their rooms when they first get to campus.

Daily Kent Stater “You really don’t ‘know’ know someone in a short The best advice for student amount of time,” she said. safety is to use common sense.

Brian Hellwig, coordinaJohn Peach, chief of the tor of residential security and Kent State University police, safety, said Residence Servicsaid students should use the es allows students to use an lessons their parents taught engraver to put their names on them to stay safe. items as part of Operation ID “It means don’t be overly He said this would help campus trusting of people, which means officials identify stolen items. lock your stuff up,” Peach said.

He said students could regtheir bikes through ResiWatch out for your stuff ister dence Services, too.

Peach said students should lock their bikes and never leave Be cautious at night their book bags unattended.

Another common sense tip Michquel Penn, community is to walk with a buddy after

Call 911 if you need help; be sure to stick with friends

dark. All the safety officials interviewed said the old adage of safety in numbers is true.

Penn said Residence Services has a security aide program to help students get across campus safely after dark. She said the security aides are available for students from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. to walk students anywhere on campus.

Residence Services employs 45 security aides who have over 100 hours of extensive training.

Peach said security aides are in constant radio contact with Kent State police.

According to the security aide website, all students have to do is call 2-7004 from a campus phone to get a security escort.

Stay smart about alcohol consumption It’s OK for college students to have fun, but drinking excessively can put a person at risk

when they are having a good time. Peach said excessive alcohol consumption impairs judgment and leads to unhealthy behavior.

He said many students have been rushed to the hospital because of alcohol poisoning and that it is important for students to drink responsibly when they reach the legal age.

“If you’re able to drink, be moderate,” he said.

Peach added young women who are partying should always go with friends who will stick with them. They need to watch out for each other and keep track of how much they and their friends drink.

Whatever the gender, Peach said it is important to know that police are there to help students.

If a student is ever in an emergency, call 911.

“We would rather be called for a situation that is misinterpreted,” Peach said, “than not be called at all.”

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Be prepared: Ohio weather shows little mercy DKS Staff Most people are aware of Ohio’s unpredictable weather. It can be sunny and 8 0 d e g re e s o n e minute and start raining gumballs the next. For this reason, freshmen will need to keep a few clothing items in mind for the upcoming semesters.

Fall Scarves: Not just a fun accessory, scarves are a great way to add warmth to your wardrobe without overheating when the colder weather starts to arrive.

Light Jacket: Any Kent Stater familiar with the term “lake effect” weather could tell you the temperature can change rapidly in Kent. Layers

are important. Make sure you bring a jacket with you to class even on hot days; not only are some buildings like air conditioned igloos this time of year, but the weather can change during that 90-minute lecture.

Winter

W a r m Coat: Those

of you thinking you’ll make it through a northeast Ohio winter with just a North Face fleece, think again. Campus gets really windy and cold in the winte r. Yo u ’ ll You want a good winter coat that will block the wind and keep you dry during the “wintry mix” weather days.

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advice: Uggs don’t count.

This campus can get very icy and slushy in the wintertime. Uggs offer little to no traction and could leave you bruised or broken from slipping during your trek to class.

You’ll want to get a pair of sturdy winter boots that will keep you upright and your feet dry. Don’t worry about looking cool; everyone else will be wearing winter boots, too.

Gloves: The hands-in-thepocket method will work for five minutes; after that, you might lose some fingers. Be sure to pack a couple pairs of gloves in your bag so you’ll actually be able to

hold your pen once you get to class.

Frostbite claw won’t get you an A.

Sunglasses: OK,

they’re technically a summer accessory, but your retinas will be aching for sunglasses after the first sunny day with snow on the ground. Do yourself a favor and avoid campus snow blindness.

Spring Umbrella: Yes, sometimes a jacket hood does the trick; but for those days when it seems to rain sideways, you’ll want a sturdy umbrella that will keep you dry. The drownedrat look has yet to take off on Kent’s campus.

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Rain Boots: The time will come when it starts getting warm and you’ll want to ditch the snow boots for good. When that happens, don’t overestimate the amount of melting that’s sure to happen on campus.

Grab a pair of Wellingtons for that walk to class; your feet will thank you.

Olivia Arnette contributed to this article.

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I Wish I Knew…

• No matter what the sky looks like, you should bring an umbrella and boots with you.

• My first on-campus parking ticket was waived, because I definitely paid it. KSU owes me $15.

• To mark my FYE class on my calendar. I always forgot about it and almost got a “U” on my transcript because of absences.

• Not to buy books until after the first week of classes.

• How great the “people-watching” is outside Munchies Market in Prentice.

• Just because Ben and Jerry’s comes out with a “Limited Batch” ice cream flavor you enjoy, it doesn’t make it OK to buy it every time you see it.

• Foreign language courses are very intensive and require a lot of out-of-class work.

• Getting a job was more about the connections you make than the qualifications you have. Network always!

• Sometimes going to that one class you wanted to skip can mean the difference between an Aand an A. • How many activities really happened off campus. Take a walk downtown on a Saturday; you are bound to have fun and get some exercise while doing it!

• How jumpy the squirrels are. They’re always popping out behind trees and trash bins when you least expect them.

• To save more time for transportation around campus. Sometimes you can wait up to 20 minutes for a PARTA bus only to have it drive past.

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Things to do: The KSU bucket list Kent State, like any university, has its fair share of traditions. Here are some tried and true KSU traditions to participate in to make the most of your college years here.

Climb the rock wall at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center Touch “The Brain”

Attend FlashFest Every year, Undergraduate Student Government puts out this free outdoor concert for students in Manchester Field. Last spring, Bruno Mars and Another Kind of Buffalo headlined the event.

Have a snowball fight in Manchester Field Attend Blastoff

Rent a kayak and ride the Cuyahoga See the train at the Pufferbelly Sing karaoke at the Brewhouse From Madonna to Vanilla Ice, Thursdays at Kent’s only remaining 18-and-up bar is the best night to have fun and show off your vocal skills with friends.

Walk in Relay for Life Tour the Fashion Museum See the bullet hole in the Don Drumm sculpture

Check out what student organizations KSU has to offer. This event, held at the Kent State track, gives students an opportunity to check out different clubs and groups, listen to live music and ride hot air balloons.

Spin the wheel at Ray’s Place on your 21st birthday

Join a broomball team A bunch of college students running around with broomsticks trying to hit a ball into an opposing team’s net — what could be better? Oh, by the way, the students are wearing rubber-soled shoes and the playing surface is ice.

Attend a comedy show at the Rathskeller

Drink the water at Taco Tontos

Attend a Sextoberfest drag show

Attend a May 4 ceremony

it out for the coveted Wagon Wheel trophy. Home or away, attend this matchup, and wear face paint or sing the fight song, or it doesn’t count.

Order Rosie’s at 2 a.m.

Attend the Kent State versus Akron football game If you don’t know about this rivalry yet, study up! The Golden Flashes have been enemies with the Zips since the dawn of man — OK, maybe not that long. The two teams battle

Go to a homecoming parade

Paint the rock on front campus

Eat lunch by the river Go sledding down Blanket Hill Blanket Hill is by far the best place on campus for sledding. Don’t have a sled? Use a dining hall tray or a trash bag. Just be sure to wear boots; otherwise, you’ll never make it back up the hill.

SWAT outfits aren’t in costume.

Watch a Dive-In movie Pull an all-nighter at the University Library Studying for midterms or finals?

Grab some of your friends and spend the night at the library, open 24 hours. You’ll be brimming with studious pride by 4 a.m.

Put on your craziest costume and walk downtown for Halloween Whether you plan to, ahem, celebrate or just people-watch, downtown Kent comes alive for Halloween. The bigger your costume, the better. Word of warning: The men dressed in

Make t-shirts for CollegeFest Every spring when the weather gets warm, residents of College Avenue open their Collegefest doors for 2012 CollegeFest.

Fraternities, sororities and groups of friends make t-shirts to wear to the event.

Going solo? You’ll be sure to make some fast friends on this Kent State holiday.

To find more items to add to your bucket list, visit the Alumni Relations website and learn about their “Traditions Challenge.”

Nathan Cristofaris contributed to this article.

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Fact or myth? Sizing up the Freshman 15 at Kent Students find ways around gaining weight their first semester Simon Husted

shusted1@kent.edu Daily Kent Stater Weight gain is typical among college freshmen, but some students have learned the Freshman 15 isn’t as scary as they first thought.

Not only did Shannon Hauska avoid the Freshman 15 when she came to Kent State last year, she burned off 10 pounds by the end of April.

Hauska said she lost weight mostly because she visited the Student Recreation and Wellness Center five or six times a week— biking, lifting weights and training her abdominal muscles for “almost an hour to the T.” “Once I started going, it was addicting,” the junior communications studies major said.

This hasn’t been the case for many of Hauska’s friends, who caved into temptations of a comfort food diet and packed on the pounds to show during their first year of college.

“We definitely see changes when students enter college,” said Natalie Caine-Bish, a licensed dietician and a professor who teaches nutrition classes at Kent State.

“If you read the research, it’s not 15 pounds,” Caine-Bish said. “(The average) is more like six.”

Caine-Bish added that not enough research has been done on college students to indicate whether the Freshmen 15 has grown, died down or remained the same over the past several years.

One thing is for sure: weight gain trends are still alive and well in college, but students like Hauska and James Hojnowski said they have an easier time managing their fitness living at Kent than at home.

Hojnowski burned 25 pounds

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during his freshman year at Kent State by swimming and lifting weights “almost every day” at the rec center, which is the first gym he ever used.

“There was always the high school gym, but machines were limited because sport teams used them after school,” Hojnowski said.

Last September, students swiped into the rec center 50,716 times, according to attendance records. That’s more swipes than any month that year and 135 more swipes than in January, the month for new year’s resolutions.

Statistics show that the same trend holds true for aerobic and other types of exercise classes offered at the rec center.

“During the beginning of the semester, especially with Group X classes, you’re going to see

a much higher influx (of students) than towards the end of the semester,” said Jason Hawk, marketing director at Recreational Services.

Starting Aug. 29, Recreational Services will offer free classes and program lessons for patrons throughout the week—as part of their “demo week.” Tae Kwon Do and Jujitsu classes are new to this year’s schedule and Hawk said he’s excited about patrons trying out the new labyrinth exercise machine, PurMotion, in the fall semester.

“We’re offering free orientations on how to use that piece of equipment because when you look at it, it’s kind of overwhelming the amount of things you can do,” Hawk said.

Hojnowski said it’s easier to manage his weight and fitness on campus because his needs

and diet are the priority. When he lived at home, Hojnowski said his diet didn’t include much fresh food because both his parents worked.

“It definitely changed for the better,” Hojnowski said.

Starting this fall, students will have more power in deciding what they consume.

Richard Roldan, director of Dining Services, said his department hopes to post the nutritional facts of “almost every” food item served at all on-campus venues like Prentice Café, Eastway Café and Rosies’ Diner by fall semester.

“It’s going to highlight the big five,” Roldan said. “The calories, fat, carbs, sodium and protein.”

“It’s great that it’s there, but it doesn’t help students who don’t know anything about nutrition,” Caine-Bish said.

Aside from LER courses like Science of Nutrition, Caine-Bish suggests students should participate in the Nutritional Outreach Program where they share their daily consumption with a licensed dietician to map out a healthier diet for free.

Starting this fall, the School of Health Sciences will provide nutrition counseling at the Deweese Health Center every Wednesday.

This way, doctors can refer patients to an appointment with a dietician if they see a nutritional problem, Caine-Bish said.

Recreational Services also offers its own diet analysis program—a one-day evaluation for $7 and a three-day evaluation for $20.

But Hauska said the best way to avoid weight gain like she did is to “keep looking in the mirror.”

“That’s probably my honest answer,” Hauska jokingly quipped. “If you think you’re gaining weight then you should hit the gym once in a while.”

Over the summer, Hauska said she’s picked up her own “Summer 15,” and plans to burn it off when she comes back to school in the fall.

5 ways to keep those dreaded pounds away Leslie Garcia

The Dallas Morning News (MCT) College freshmen have a special notoriety: a full 15 pounds named for them.

The Freshman 15 refers to weight gained during the first year away f ro m h o m e .

But the extra pounds can be avoided if you follow these tips from Brook Benten Jimenez. She’s a certified group fitness instructor, personal trainer and nutritionist at Southern Methodist University.

Her tips will work for everyone, even if your freshman year was so long ago you scarcely remember how many pieces of pizza you ate to win a nightly dorm contest.

1. Ix-nay on late-night acking-snay: Pizza can be delivered at all hours. And having just a slice — well, maybe just two — when everyone else is noshing is more than tempting. If you must stay up late and are hungry, reach for fruit or something healthy. This leads us to...

2. Get enough sleep. “Sleep loss is associated with an increase in appetite,” Jimenez says. “Without adequate amounts of sleep, your metabolism slows down and you tend to move slower and be less active.”

3. Make exercise part of your juggling routine. You have lots of balls in the air: classes, studying, socializing. Exercise needs to go on the calendar, too, even if it is just 20 minutes a day.

4. Be on portion patrol. Lots of dorms offer all-you-can-eat, help-yourself buffets. Allow yourself one reasonable plate of food.

5. Be mindful. “Remember: Everything you eat has to go somewhere,” Jimenez says. “Every morsel of food has calories, and those calories don’t disappear after melting in your mouth.” The food may be used as energy, released as bile, used for cell function or stored as fat. “But it does not disappear.”

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WHAT IS IT?

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It’s easy to miss the intricate details of campus on your 10-minute walk to class everyday. So the Daily Kent Stater compiled this scavenger hunt to help you notice some of the little extras that make Kent State’s main campus special. Answers are below, but no peeking.

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Just the facts When: May 4, 1970.

What: On April 30, President

Nixon announced the invasion of Cambodia by the U.S. and the need to draft 150,000 more soldiers for an expansion of the Vietnam War effort. Massive protests broke out on college campuses across the country.

At Kent State, protesters set fire to the ROTC building, burning it to the ground. James A. Rhodes, governor of Ohio, dispatched 900 National Guardsmen to the campus in response.

During an altercation on May 4, 28 guardsmen opened fire on a crowd. Four students were killed and nine were wounded.

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Who: The four killed in the shootings were Jeffrey Glenn Miller, 20; Allison B. Krause, 19; William Knox Schroeder, 19; Sandra Lee Scheuer, 20.

Where: The actual shootings occurred in the area around Taylor Hall and the Prentice parking lot. Today, the spaces where the four students fell are marked by four sets of fence posts that light up every night.

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Why: This remains to be answered. Forty-one years later there are still questions surrounding May 4, the guardsmen and a mystery FBI informant named Terry Norman. Despite new analysis of audio evidence from that day, it’s still uncertain whether the Ohio National Guardsmen were ordered to fire.

Source: Daily Kent Stater files and History.com.

So you’re not really a freshman...

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You’ve lived the college life before. You’ve taken the classes, made new friends and become familiar with campus. But now you’ve transferred to Kent State and have a whole new list of concerns. You’re not alone.

Kent State h as h ad an increase of transfer students over the past year. Mark Ledoux, associate director of admissions, said the university has received 3,200 transfer applications for the fall semester — an 11-percent increase from last year.

“It has been an even mix from two-year and four-year universities,” Ledoux said.

“People have a variety of different situations.”

The university provides orientation programs and practical advice designed to help ease the transition.

Barbara Miller, academic advisor and coordinator for the Transfer Center, said there are many valuable programs directed toward transfer students.

“There are lots of organizations you can get involved with,” Miller said. Branch out and meet with other students.”

Curt Vigneulle, a finance graduate student who transferred to Kent State from Ohio State University his freshman year, cautioned students to avoid being reclusive.

“Join a rec team or something. Be active; take advantage. Enjoy the college experience.”

Nicole Kiss-Benke, a fashion merchandising major who transferred from Cuyahoga Community College, said new students should take the time to explore campus.

Once familiar with campus life, Amy Wilkens, academic adviser in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication, recommended transfer students meet with an academic adviser to discuss their scholastic future.

“Be prompt and get that information to your adviser.

The number one issue is what (classes) to take,” she said.

9. The Kent State Golden Flash logo adorns the water tower, located near Stockdale Hall.

5. A bullet hole from the May 4 shootings pierced a

13. “Eye to Eye,” by Barry Gunderson is located by Kent Hall.

8. A new, untitled sculpture by artist James Clover sits near Bowman Hall.

4. This granite sculpture, representing “hands”, is a part of the display titled “The Witnesses”, located between Terrace Drive and Kent Hall.

12. “The Limits of Spoken Language: Congeries,” by Jarrett Hawkins, is outside the University Library in Risman Plaza.

7. Walk Together, a sculpture located outside the Art Building.

3. Granite slabs make up part of the May 4 memorial near Taylor Hall.

11. Water fountain on Risman Plaza near the Student Center.

6. StarSphere 2010 is located outside Franklin Hall.

Three-dimensional letters on the outer edges repeat the words of the First Amendment.

2. The Student Center is partially reflected in an outside mirror.

10. A wall of Rockwell Hall features various, engraved historical names.

steel sculpture by Akron-based artist Don Drumm outside Taylor Hall.

1. The Victory Bell, rung during the annual May 4 commemoration, is located on the Kent State University Commons below Taylor Hall.

14. This iron post featuring a bird in the center is located outside Moulton Hall.

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Ways to stay safe when partying at college Erika Kerr

ekerr1@kent.edu Daily Kent Stater For most incoming college freshmen, partying is inevitable. Partying allows freshmen to meet new people, feel “cool” and to experience something new and exciting.

However, partying can also leave young, inexperienced students vulnerable to assault, arrest or serious injury.

“I would probably just say, ‘don’t party at all,’” said Officer Eric Dreger of the City of Kent Police Department.

Michquel Penn, Kent State community resource officer, cautioned that partying can hurt a student’s future.

“No one should have anything put on their record their first semester of college,” she said.

But for those who find themselves partying during their college years, there are a few suggested safety tips to follow in order to party smart.

Find a way to make it home safe “My No. 1 piece of advice is use the buddy system,” said Penn. “Walk to the party with a group of friends, watch out for each other while you are there and then make sure you leave together.”

Penn said it isn’t necessary for every member of the group to be glued to the hip and huddled in a corner, but being aware and making sure members of the group don’t disappear would be a safe move.

“Taxis are a safe way to get home if you have been drinking,” Penn said. “I keep seeing more and more taxi services popping up.”

The Kent State University Police Department also has a campus escort service that runs from 8 p.m. until 4 a.m.

The escort service is provided by resident services and campus security aids.

“The campus escort service will only walk you to somewhere on campus,” Penn said. “If you are off campus and find yourself alone, call a friend. Or, in a real emergency, call the police and they can help you to the nearest police station.”

Keeping cell phones charged is always important to safety as well, Penn said. Taking precautions while out partying is exercising responsibility.

Know your limits Another safety precaution to take when partying is to know your limits, Penn said — especially if you are a nondrinker; drinking for the first time can be dangerous. Excessive consumption of alcohol can give a person alcohol poisoning, cause a person to blackout and or make people do things they normally wouldn’t do, Penn said.

“When men consume excessive amounts of alcohol, we see that they tend to get into fights,” Penn said. “Fighting can lead to being arrested and getting seriously injured. Sometimes they even die of injuries due to fist fighting.”

Another way students can harm themselves while partying is mixing prescription medication with alcohol.

“Sometimes students forget they are taking prescription medication, and they will drink,” Penn said. “Alcohol can intensify the effects of the drugs, and it could turn into abuse of the medication.”

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Knowing your limits and staying clear of the folks in the blue coats are ways to stay safe while partying in college.

How much is too much?

5 Ways To Get Arrested While Partying

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2010 MCT a code gency and© having word toNational signalHighway Graphic: Orange County Register, MCT Even if a guy offers a girl a drink, the when someone might be in trouble are a few of the safety suggestions. girl shouldn’t take it, Penn said.

“If you have to go to the bathroom or Watch your drink you want to go to the dance floor, give Another party safety tip to live by is commonly known: don’t leave your your drink to your friend,” she said.

“Then if you still aren’t sure, just get a drink unattended.

“Some students think that no one fresh drink and leave the old one.”

“Security aids patrol the streets and dorm halls. If the door is open and they see open containers, you could get into trouble,” Penn said.

A policy violation would be issued to students 21 or older if caught drinking in a dorm where alcohol is prohibited. “Students under the age of 21 would receive a summons in lieu of arrest,” Penn said.

“The student would not be taken to the station and put through the booking process, but it would still show up on their record as an arrest.”

The security aids will investigate a dorm room if there has been a noise complaint or if they see open containers. If the door isn’t open and no one opens it, the security aids will have a resident adviser open it for them, Penn said.

2. Having a fake I.D: If students use fake identification to enter a bar and/or to buy alcohol, they could be arrested. “If a bartender, or whoever, recognizes a fake ID they can hold the person at the bar until the police get there,” Penn said. If caught with a fake ID, a person could face firstdegree misdemeanor charges, Penn said.

3. Public Intoxication: If students find themselves too drunk to drive and do not find another way of transportation home, walking around drunk could get them arrested. “If a person is not able to care for themselves, causing a public distur-

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bance or putting others in danger, they could be arrested for public intoxication,” Penn said.

4. Stealing: Theft is very common during parties, Penn said. People steal when the other members of the house or dorm are distracted. Even if the person who is stealing does not go to Kent, he or she could still get caught and arrested. “Remember to lock your doors and keep your valuables safe,” Penn said.

5. Walking around with alcohol in hand: Students who choose to walk home with alcohol in their hands are also subject to arrest. “If you have one of those red Solo cups in your hands and you are stumbling around acting drunk, you just gave an officer probable cause to look in the cup,” Penn said. “We know that’s probably not Kool-Aid in there.”

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FLASHCASH

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Free wheels: Flashfleet offers bike sharing

OFF CAMPUS

FlashCash is accepted at these offcampus locations:

• Acme (Stow and Kent) • Bistro on Main • Belleria Pizza & Italian Restaurant • Burger King (East Main and South Water Streets) • Campus BP (East Main Street) • Campus Book & Supply • China City (University Plaza) • Chipotle Mexican Grill (East Main Street only) • CVS Pharmacy (South Water Street) • Denny’s (Stark Campus) • Discount Drug Mart (East Main Street only) • Domino’s Pizza • Eldorado’s Pizza Pie • Euro Gyro • Famous Hair (East Main and South Water Streets) • Five Guys Burgers and Fries • Flynn’s Tire & Auto Service • Food 4 Thought Cyber Café • Gem Food Mart (Citgo on South Water Street) • Giant Eagle (Stow) • Guy’s Pizza • Hungry Howie’s Pizza • Jimmy John’s • KSU Golf Course • Little Caesar’s Pizza • Main Street Snack Shoppe • McDonald’s • Mike’s Place • Mr. Hero • The Pita Pit • Papa John’s Pizza • Pizza Hut (Kent and Brimfield) • The Pufferbelly Ltd. • PULP Juice & Smoothie Bar • Rockne’s Pub • R.S.V.P. Food & Party Outlet (Stow) • Sheetz (Kent, Ravenna and North Canton) • Save-A-Lot • Stark Campus Bookstore • Subway (East Main and South Water Streets) • Sunoco • Valvoline Instant Oil Change • Wendy’s

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Flashfleet bicycles are located for borrowing (it’s free) at different spots around campus, including this one at the Kent State Student Center.

Morgan Wright

mwrigh28@kent.edu Daily Kent Stater Bike riding may not be the newest form of transportation, but at Kent State University it is expanding to be the easiest and most environmentally friendly way for both students and faculty to get around campus and the city.

Flashfleet, Kent State’s free bike-sharing program, is open for all Kent State students and faculty members. The two-year old program is an alternative for students who do not bring a bike to campus and would like to get to class quickly.

“It’s to promote green transportation, alleviate some of the parking and traffic issues on campus, and at the same time, get some exercise,” said David Herpy, recreation program coordinator.

The program has 62 bikes of four different types to accommodate all students and faculty. To check out bikes, students need a valid Flashcard. Bikes can only be checked in and out of the same location.

All bikes provide water bottle holders, locks and helmets.

A new location was added this year at the Kent State Ice Arena, bringing the total number of locations to seven throughout campus. This was to better suit needs of international students

and the International Studies department, located on Loop Road. Visit the program’s website for hours and other information regarding Flashfleet.

While all locations offer short-term rentals, the Student Recreation and Wellness Center has long-term rentals for members and nonmembers for a fee. In the future, the program hopes to expand and open a location in downtown Kent.

“Right now, it’s available to Kent State students and faculty members, but in the future, we’d like to make this program available to the city in some way,” said Kimberly Rufra, associate director of the Department of Recreational Services.

For now, Flashfleet will not be adding any additional bikes or any other drastic changes from last year ’s program, according to Rufra.

Flashfleet has shown to be a successful program, with many students and faculty preferring bikes over automobiles and parking issues on campus.

“If you ask anyone that’s involved with the program, they’re pleased with the results. The participation for the program was higher than we anticipated,” said Rufra. “The response we’ve received from the students has been favorable.”

Rufra also added that Wittenberg College recently contacted her saying it “felt our program was a premier program in the U.S. in regards to bike sharing.”

Flashfleet locations Student Recreation and Wellness Center Student Center Ice Arena Twin Towers desk Tri-Towers desk Stopher Hall Dunbar Hall The Undergraduate Student Government, Provost’s Office, Department of Recreational Services and Office of Student Affairs initially created Flashfleet, and the program is continually funded through Recreational Services.

For students who own bicycles, all residential dorms have bike racks inside and outside of buildings. In some dorms, such as Centennial Court, storage rooms are available for bikes during the colder months. Other dorms have bike racks inside for winter storage.

Jill Church, associate director of Residence Services, said Kent State is a very bicycle-friendly campus and students are encouraged to bring a bike if desired.

Students and faculty who rent or own their transportation can travel offcampus to trails and destinations, including the Cuyahoga River, which flows through downtown Kent.

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Sorority Formal Recruitment Sorority formal recruitment begins with a night called “Meet the Greeks.”

Meet the Greeks is Monday, Sept. 5, and Tuesday, Sept. 6, from 7 to 9 p.m. in the ballroom of the Student Center. This is a night where girls who are thinking about rushing can come and learn more about what it is to be Greek at Kent.

“When you’re going into it, know what you’re looking for,” said Cristen Futcher, vice president of recruitment for Delta Zeta sorority. “Really find out what sororities do. Be aware of the work aspect; there’s more to it than just the social side.”

There are three rounds to formal recruitment that are held from Sept. 15 to Sept. 18.

The first round is on Sept. 15 and 16 at 1 p.m. During this process, the girls will visit every sorority and see which ones they like the best.

The second round is on Saturday, Sept.

17, where prospective pledges will continue to narrow down their choices.

The last day of recruitment is Sunday Sept. 18; Bid Night is at 7 p.m., where you will find out the sorority you were chosen by based on your top choices.

“Keep an open mind,” said Sarah Fortner, vice president of recruitment for Alpha

Fraternity Rush Fraternity rush is a much different process than formal recruitment. It lacks the rigorous four long days girls go through for recruitment, but it makes up for it in its semester-long pledge process.

With the 15 interfraternity Council fraternities on campus, there are a lot to choose from. It’s up to pledges to decide which one is the right fit, and pledges will never know the answer to that unless they make the effort to talk to as many people as possible.

Amish Patel, the director of communications for Undergraduate Student Government and active brother of Phi Delta Theta fraternity explained that where sorority recruitment is like being in the NFL Draft, fraternity rush is like playing the lottery. If you don’t make the effort to meet different ones, you’re taking a chance where you may win or lose.

“Be very open; talk to as many groups as you can,” Patel said. “At Kent, they’re all a different breed.”

When you consider rushing, you don’t get the chance to meet every fraternity in an organized process like you do for sororities. This is why you are always urged to search around the wide variety of fraternities.

“Act like a gentleman, but be yourself,” said Tim Benedict, recruitment chair for Sigma Chi fraternity. “It’s much more appealing to meet a guy who comes up and shakes your hand than to meet someone who’s stumbling drunk down Main Street.”

With fraternity rush, it’s important to remember to just be yourself, and go wherever you feel fits you the best.

However, the best and most important piece of advice for any girl or guy considering rush is the words of Matt Zone of Sigma Chi: “Just rush!”

Sororities

If you recognize these letters, you know they’re Greek.

But if you want to understand what it’s like to be a part of Greek Life on Kent’s campus, Kent Greeks are providing you with all the tips you need to survive the process.

There are six sororities and 15 fraternities on campus, which leaves a lot of choices. The facts that potential pledges need to know about are how to choose the best one for you and how to go about pledging that particular fraternity or sorority.

Sorority formal recruitment and Fraternity Rush are two very different processes.

The sisters and brothers of Kent are making sure your pledging experience reaches its full potential.

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Xi Delta sorority. “Every sorority taught me something great and new and strengthened my decision to rush.”

Samantha Zucker, the former president of Delta Gamma sorority, urged girls in recruitment to not just go where your friends go. Choose the place where you know you’ll be happy and feel like home.

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Crest Quiz: Can you match each crest to its proper chapter?

ANSWERS: 1F, 2D, 3B, 4A, 5C, 6E

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SO, HOW DOES COLLEGE MATCH UP TO HIGH SCHOOL?

How to keep your social and school lives focused and on an even keel

Use these tips to know what to expect.

HIGH SCHOOL TEACHERS

Teachers check homework and remind students of incomplete work.

Teachers provide students with information missed when they were absent and approach students if they need assistance.

■ Teachers draw connections for students, helping to lead them through the thinking process.

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COLLEGE PROFESSORS

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nalism and Mass Communication, said freshmen shouldn’t get involved with too many things to where it interferes with schoolwork.

“Time management is key,” she said. “Being organized is crucial to being successful with doing numerous activities and being able to cut back and gauge when work is too much.”

Junior public communications major Anthony Imes said he doesn’t think he’s successful at balancing school with his social life.

“I have a short attention span, and I’m not used to it,” Imes said. “I don’t think I’m still used to college, actually having work and study.”

Wilkens said it is very important for students to branch outside of academics while they’re in college.

“We encourage students to get involved with student media and extracurricular activities to gain experience and network with professionals,” Wilkens said.

Daily Kent Stater College students, especially freshmen, often have a hard time balancing social life and activities with academics. Students and advisers explained different ways to fend off problems related to trying to balance the two.

“The ones who are most successful are the ones who balance [social life with school] and plan,” said Cathy Zingrone, director of undergraduate advising and curriculum services for the College of Communication and Information. “They are the ones who can say ‘no’ to certain things, start out slower and build. Unsuccessful ones are the ones who take on too much too soon.”

While some students have trouble staying focused on academics, junior Spanish major Todd Alba Jr. said that he schedules time for everything from homework to sleeping to free time.

“I create a master schedule for every half-hour for every week,” said Alba. “I make sure it’s flexible so if something happens it doesn’t throw everything off.”

Amy Wilkens, academic adviser for the School of Jour-

Alba said he thinks extracurricular activities are important because they can give certain students an edge.

“It gives you that experience you can take outside of college,” he said.

“It shows you were active outside of your academic life.”

Advisers said keeping a planner, organizing time, seeking outside help and support, talking to professors and looking toward the future to graduation are ways to be successful in college.

Rob Cooper, a junior conservation major, said ultimately, a student has to be his or her own motivation to balance school with social life.

“You’ve got to separate time for everything,” he said. “Make sure you’re prioritizing your time between the things you want to do and the things you need to do.”

■ Professors do not always check homework or remind students of incomplete work, but they will assume students can perform the same tasks on exams.

■ Professors expect students to seek help and information they missed or do not understand.

■ Professors may lecture nonstop, expecting students to identify key points and keep notes.

TESTING IN HIGH SCHOOL

Testing is frequent and covers small amounts of material.

Make-up tests are often available, and teachers frequently rearrange test dates to avoid conflict with other events.

■ Teachers frequently conduct review sessions, highlighting key points to study.

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TESTING IN COLLEGE

■ Testing is usually infrequent and may be cumulative, covering large amounts of material.

■ Students, not professors, need to organize material to prepare for the test.

■ Make-up tests are seldom an option, and if they are, they must be requested.

■ Professors usually schedule tests without regard to the demands of other courses or activities.

HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES

Students often have very little time between classes.

Students spend five days each week in class.

■ Students are more or less told which classes to take, and their schedules look packed.

■ Teachers closely monitor attendance, and classes rarely exceed 40 students.

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COLLEGE CLASSES

Students often have hours between classes.

Students spend 12 to 18 hours a week in class.

■ Students arrange their own schedule, and schedules tend to look lighter than they are.

■ Professors may not formally take roll, but they still know whether students are attending class.

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GRADES IN HIGH SCHOOL

■ Grades are given for most assigned work, and homework or attendance grades can usually boost overall grades.

■ Extra credit projects are often available to help students raise their grades.

COLLEGE GRADES ■ Grades are rarely provided for all assigned work, and tests usually make up most of the course grade.

■ Extra credit cannot usually be used to raise a grade in college courses.

GUIDING PRINCIPLE IN HIGH SCHOOL

■ Students are usually told what their responsibilities are and are corrected if their behavior is out of line.

GUIDING PRINCIPLE IN COLLEGE

■ Students are to take responsibility for what they do and don’t do, as well as for the consequences for their decisions.

ILLUSTRATION VIA MCTCAMPUS

GET INVOLVED | ACADEMIC/PROFESSIONAL AAF Kent (Handsome Duckling Advertising Club) American Association of Airport Executives (AIAS/AAAE) American Foundry Society KSU Biotechnology Club Classics Club Construction Management Student Chapter Council For Exceptional Children The English Club Fashion Journalism Team Fashion Student Organization Future Higher Education Administrators Interior Design Student Collaborative International Interior Design Association Investing in Portfolios Organization Jewelry Metals Co-Op Kent Communication Society Kent State Art Club Kent State Ceramics Club Kent State Figure Skating Kent State Political Science Club Kent State University Men’s Chorus Kent State University Pre-Law Club Kent Student Education Association KSU American Association of Petroleum Geologists KSU American Library Association Student Chapter KSU Chapter of Professional Convention Management Association KSU Glass Club KSU Med Tech Club KSU Paralegal Organization KSU Women’s Chorus

Here’s a handful of the 262 student organizations on campus. To find out more about each group, contact the Center for Student Involvement.

Physical Education Club for Students Public Relations Students Society of America Rec Echo Student Dance Education Organization Students Striving to Enhance Technical Theatre Textiles Club Writers Bloc, The Zoology-Conservation Club

E D U C AT I O N A L / AWARENESS Ability Unlimited Active Minds Amnesty International Exposure Focus on the Future Inc. Invisible Children Kent Environmentalist Group Kent State Green Growers Kent State Students for a Sensible Drug Policy Kent State University Animal & Environmental Association May 4 Task Force Women’s Liberation Collective

CULTURAL Advocates of Cultural Knowledge Black United Students Chinese Students and Scholars Association Friends of Poland Global Passport Harambee Kent African Student Association KSU National Association for the Advancement of Colored People

Middle Eastern Student Association Nepalese Student Association Russian Club, The Sister Circle Cultural Spanish and Latino Student Association (SALSA) Turkish American Cultural Association International Peers Association International Students Travel Adviser Council Kent State International Mentors Pakistani Student Association South Asian Student Organization Students for Justice in Palestine Taiwaness Students Association, The

GRADUATE Black Graduate Student Association Geography Graduate Student Association Graduate Association of Student Personnel Practitioners Kent State Association of Engineering Geologists Kent State University Optical Society of America Student Chapter Student Affiliates in School Psychology

MEDIA Artemis Black Squirrel Radio BURR Magazine College Summit Daily Kent Stater D’Angelo Show Team, The Fusion Kent Lingua Kentwired.com

LunaNegra TV 2 UHURU Magazine

MILITARY Arnold Air Society Veterans Club

POLITICAL College Democrats, Kent State College Republicans Political Kent Anti-Racist Action / Student Anti-Racist Action Kent Student Liberty AllianceK-SLIA (Young Americans for Liberty) Political Science Graduate Student Association

Inside Out Youth Ministry Kent Prez Kent State Zendo Late Night Christian Fellowship Latter-day Saint Student Association Lutheran Student Fellowship Muslim Student Association Navigators Orthodox Christian Fellowship United Christian Ministries Voices of Testimony Gospel Choir

SERVICE

Evil Geniuses for a Better Tomorrow: Chess and Strategy Club Golden Reflections Kent State Kayak Club Kent State Running Club KSU Bass Fishing Club KSU Hoop Troupe Legacy Dance Team Student Recreation Council (SRC)

Alpha Phi Omega- Epsilon Psi Chapter The Campus Kitchen Project at KSU Circle K International Colleges Against Cancer Face AIDS–KSU Chapter Habitat for Humanity, Kent State University Chapter Interest Group of Gamma Sigma Sigma, National Service Sorority, Beta Omega Kent Student Ambassadors Operation Smile Relay for Life Committee Silver Wings UNICEF KSU

RELIGIOUS

SPECIAL INTEREST

RECREATIONAL

Bahá ‘í Campus Club of Kent State Campus Crusade for Christ- CRU Catholic Student Association Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship Chinese and American Friends East Fellowship of Christian Athletes h2o church-Kent Hillel – The Jewish Student Center Identity Project, The Impact Movement, The

44 Enterprises Acts of Random Kindness Society Am I My Brothers Keeper American Choral Directors Association Any Form of Expression Books to Prisoners Commuter and Off Campus Student Organization Exquisite Inc

Flemister Ink Kent Clarks Kent State Film Society Kent State Freethinkers Kent State Innovators Kent State Precision Flight Team Kent State Sustainability Collective Kent State University Artist Collective Kent State University Ballroom Dance Club KSU Anime Society KSU Drum Circle KSU Magic the Gathering Community Musical Theatre Student Organization One Kent Portage County Players PRIDE! Kent TRIO Alumni Association

GOVERNMENT Graduate Student Senate Kent Interhall Council Undergraduate Student Government

GREEK LIFE 15 fraternities 6 sororities Interfraternity Council National Pan-Hellenic CouncilNPHC (Black Greek Council) Order of Omega Panhellenic Council

HONORARY

19 honorary organizations

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Zoupwerks, Popped! and Outfitters to open mid-September in Acorn Alley II Julie Sickel

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Daily Kent Stater The opening of Acorn Alley in 2009 fueled downtown development and sparked visions of Kent’s potential.

Now, the newest installment of Acorn Alley has launched, according to developer Ron Burbick, with the exterior work just “a week or so” from being completed.

Alley II

Burbick said Zoupwerks, Popped! and Wild Earth Outfitters will be ready to move into the three-level building located on Erie Street by the middle of September.

Zoupwerks, a “funky soup and chowdah joint,” will occupy a space on the lower level of the building. This eatery, like all the businesses in Acorn Alley, is locally owned. All the soups, chowders and chilies will be prepared in-house daily.

Popped!, a gourmet popcorn shop, is expected to take a space on the second floor, while Wild Earth Outfitters, an outdoor sporting goods store, will go across the stairwell from Zoupwerks on the lower level.

By the middle of October, Burbick said a new coffee shop will have moved

into the lower level and two new restaurants will be preparing to open.

Tree City Coffee will serve up fresh coffees and pastries and will also provide drive-thru service.

“We’ll actually have a drive-thru in the middle of downtown, which should be interesting,” Burbick said.

Laziza Mediterranean Restaurant will seat 100 on the lower level and also have a 100-seat banquet facility on the second floor.

The second restaurant, which will seat 140 to 150 people, is yet to be named, but Burbick said he’s been referring to it as “The Oak Room.”

Around November, the Kent State School of Fashion will move into a space on the second floor where they will sell student-made goods.

The third floor of the building is yet to be assigned to a business. Burbick said he’s hoping to bring in a high-tech firm that will employ approximately 300 people.

A third building, disconnected from the Acorn Alley II structure, will face the Acorn Alley plaza and house a new photography studio and retail or office space.

The plaza Burbick said the plaza between the Acorn Alley buildings is on its way

to completion. In the middle of the stamped brick courtyard, Burbick said there will be a six-foot-high black squirrel sculpture made of welded metal.

Burbick said he plans to welcome vendor kiosks into the plaza on weekends. He said he wouldn’t charge the vendors for the space, but he would expect to get 10 percent of gross sales from products sold.

“If they don’t make anything, I don’t make anything. But if they do sell something, I get a little piece of it,” Burbick said. “People seem to really like that idea.”

New stores in the Alley Burbick said in addition to the new shops coming to Acorn Alley II, he’s looking to get new shops in the original Acorn Alley.

He said one of the new stores would probably be for jewelry. The second store would be an “acorn gifts” shop.

The business would sell squirrel- and acorn-themed goods, like smaller versions of the black squirrel in the plaza or acorn-shaped earrings and Christmas ornaments. Burbick said he also hopes to include history books written about Kent and historical maps of the city dating back to the 1800s.

“These aren’t quite signed, sealed and delivered yet,” Burbick said.

Artist’s renderings courtesy of Fuller Design Group Architects

ACORN ALLEY II Floor plans for the new Acorn Alley II buildings with locations of the known occupants. Among them are : Future retail

Tree City Coffee

Popped!

ZoupWerks

KSU Fashion Store

Wild Earth Outfitters

Laziza banquet facility

Laziza Mediterranean Restaurant

The Oak Room (tentative name)

Photo Studio

Possible high-tech firm

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Tree City Coffee

ZoupWerks

KSU Fashion center

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Wild Earth Outfitters

Erie St. Level Floor Plan

Laziza Mediterranean Restaurant

Future Restaurant

Laziza Banquet

Alley Level Floor Plan

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Shop ‘til you drop: Kent has an eclectic mix to offer Samantha Pietra

spietra@kent.edu Daily Kent Stater Starting college is the start of life on your own. Now that Kent is your new home away from home, familiarize yourself with the best local spots to satisfy your shopping itch.

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Einstein’s Attic

Einstein’s Attic is a local thrift store with products ranging from furniture to clothing. During the Halloween season, they rearrange the store and set out costume ideas for shoppers — which is when Kent students go all out to put together the best costumes of the season. The store stocks vintage merchandise including Cleveland Browns glasses and Smurf figurines. If they do not have an item, the employees are able to take contact information and call once they have it available. Their prices range from $1-$200. Einstein’s Attic is across from University Plaza and accessible by the PARTA route Kent Circulator. It is 3.5 miles away from campus.

Silver and Scents

This fun little shop in Acorn Alley offers, you guessed it, silver and scents, from sterling silver fashion rings, earrings, hand-made bracelets and necklaces to unique candles, scented oils and other forms of aroma therapy. Take a walk downtown to get some new jewelry or stop in after getting some ice cream from Arctic Squirrel.

Figleaf Boutique

Located in downtown Kent, Figleaf Boutique carries women’s clothing

Einstein’s Attic is a great place to look for Halloween costumes and vintage clothing. If the store doesn’t have a specific item you’re looking for, employees will take your name and contact you if the item becomes available. and accessories. Their clothing options range from daywear to nightwear. It is a nearby option for party dresses, formal wear or upscale casual attire. Their prices range from $8-$39. Figleaf is on PARTA’s Kent Circulator route as well and is located near Acorn Alley. Figleaf Boutique also has a website with online merchandise and information on their other locations.

International HOME Markets

Calling all international students or lovers of international food, this student-run business located in Acorn Alley connects Kent State students with nations across the globe. The shop offers treats from around the world geared toward requests from Kent’s international community. You can stop in to try something new or request merchandise to be found for you. In addition to fresh, frozen and organic goods, the market also sells scarves, jewelry and other international items.

like step stools, posters and lamps.

Target has a wide selection of entertainment goods as well. Target is four miles from campus and can be accessed on the Interurban PARTA route.

Walmart

price-match guarantee. This would be beneficial for students to keep in mind as saving money is just as important as spending it. With a variety of locations, students can go to their website to check if something is available in the nearest location before taking the trip. Walmart is also accessible on the Interurban PARTA route.

Walmart Superstore is a 24-hour alternative to Target. While they may not have the dorm room essential space all year round, they do have a

Last Exit Books

Target

Target carries everything from groceries to home décor items. While shopping for dorm room essentials, keep in mind that Target has a whole section of the store dedicated to dorm life with things like comforters, sheets and body pillows. They also carry some of the lesser-known necessities

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Last Exit Books carries used books of nearly every genre. The store also carries used comic books, CDs and DVDs.

Last Exit Books is a used bookstore that carries nearly every genre of book. Located downtown on East

Main Street, they also carry a selection of new local history books, including some about May 4. On top of novels of all kinds, Last Exit also carries used comic books, CDs, DVDs and vinyl.

Students in English classes are likely to find the books they need at a discounted price. Last Exit’s prices range from $2-$15.

Other shopping locations in the Kent area include: Plato’s Closet, Chapel Hill Mall, Best Buy, T.J. Maxx and Gabriel Brothers.

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BAR & FOOD GUIDE Maybe you’re sick of on-campus cuisine or perhaps you’re 21 and want to celebrate with a night out. Whatever your reason for visiting Kent’s food or beverage establishments, you’ll be able to explore and find the right place with our Bar and Food Guide. These tasty dining and drink locations are just a handful of what Kent has to offer.

Ray’s Place

The Brewhouse Pub

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Zephyr Pub and Spirits

The Zephyr’s best quality, besides its laid-back atmosphere, is its spacious patio. Accessible from all three floors, it’s the perfect place to combine good beer with nice weather. Taco Tontos is also accessible from a carry-out window on the patio. 106 W. Main St.

Riverside Wine & Imports

EuroGyro

Scribbles Coffee Company

For greasy goodness that will certainly satisfy any college student’s palate, order from EuroGyro’s menu of specialty pizzas, gyros, wings or subs. It also features cheap pitchers and drink specials. Go in for Wacky Wednesday and get a large, one-topping pizza for only $5.50. 107 S. Depeyster St.

This mom and pop coffee shop with its mismatched furniture and huge selection of books is a cozy place to unwind. Try a cup of its peppermint hot chocolate or fair trade organic coffee. 237 N. Water St.

Franklin Square Deli

Wild Goats Coffee & Café

Bistro on Main

Franklin Square Deli

A nicer place that still knows it is part of a college town, the Bistro on Main hosts the “Original Cheap Date Night.” Every Wednesday, couples can choose from a limited menu of six pizzas or three pastas, two salads, a pitcher of draft beer or bottle of wine and a dessert for two. The options may be limited, but there are no complaints for the $35 price tag. 1313 W. Main St.

This quaint Kent staple is a delicious option for fresh deli sandwiches, soups and mini pizzas. Eat inside, or dine al fresco at one of their sidewalk tables. 108 S. Water St.

The Brewhouse Pub Self-proclaimed the “Cheapest College Bar Ever,” this 18-and-over bar does have some impressive drink specials like the 75-cent mug and $2.99 pitcher (of Keystone). They also have karaoke every Thursday night and all the free popcorn you can eat. If taste can be foregone because of budgetary issues, this is the place to go. 244 N. Water St.

Evergreen Chinese Restaurant Buffet Dine in or get all your favorites to go. This economical taste of Americanized Chinese cuisine is sure to fill hungry, broke college students for at least an hour. Then you can just walk right back up and get another plate. 1665 State Route 59.

Water Street Tavern

Main Street Continental Grill Mediterranean cuisine and vegetarian fare join American favorites on the Continental Grill’s diverse menu. Try their falafel, hummus, tabouli or veggie chili. Meat eaters can enjoy a chili dog or a kafta kabob. 911 E. Main St.

Mike’s Place If the wacky atmosphere doesn’t attract attention, Mike’s huge menu certainly will. Enjoy a meal in a bus or a boat, and don’t forget to read the placemat for Mike’s favorite proverbs, news and specials. 1700 S. Water St.

Ray’s Place With 60 taps between its two floors and about twice that number in bottled beer, Ray’s continues to be a local favorite. But don’t count out its diverse food menu with delicious appetizers (sun stix!), burgers, sandwiches, salads and entrees. Iron Chef Michael Symon even selected Ray’s Mo-Fo Burger as one of his hometown favorites for the Food Network show “The Best Thing I Ever Ate.” 135 Franklin Ave.

Riverside Wine and Imports With wine, beer, cheese and instrumental jazz performances, this establishment keeps Kent classy. Enjoy the smoke-free environment with views of the river and more than 60 wines sold by the glass and bottle, along with an 1,800-label selection. 911 N. Mantua St.

Water Street Tavern A classic hangout for students and community members, the Tavern has a $2 happy hour that runs seven days a week from open to 9 p.m., with live music on Wednesday and Friday nights.

For delicious barbeque and Southern-style fare, order from Cajun Dave’s, located inside Water Street Tavern. Order a fishbowl, grab a Po-Boy or Muffeletta and sit on the rooftop. 132 S. Water St.

Wild Goats Café With a somewhat Bohemian atmosphere, Goats is the place for delicious breakfast or lunch options. Try a Smoky Apple melt, avocado omelette, or a giant cinnamon roll. 319 W. Main St.

Taco Tontos

Take a break from Chipotle and try out this local eatery serving up burritos, tacos and tostadas made with fresh ingredients.

You’ll appreciate their burrito specials and laidback environment. 123 Franklin Ave.

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Daily Kent Stater

Hazell looks to lead Flashes in a winning direction Key returners and new talent add confidence to a hopeful 2011 season Lance Lysowski

llysowsk@kent.edu Daily Kent Stater When Darrell Hazell was introduced as the next head coach at Kent State, he stressed how much he believed in the Flashes’ football program.

“We are real close,” Hazell said at his introductory press conference.

“There are a few things we can do to take off and accelerate.”

The former Ohio State assistant coach is hoping that installing a new offensive scheme and changing the image of Kent State football will speed up the reclamation project.

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Cornerback Josh Pleasant tackles wide receiver Matt Hurdle during preseason practice.

The Flashes begin their 2011 season at Alabama on September 3rd.

Projected Starters

Offense

Offensive coordinator Brian Rock’s system requires a quarterback with the ability to throw downfield. Junior quarterback Spencer Keith struggled last season when former coach Doug Martin called plays that required the signal caller to stretch the field.

The offense rests on Keith’s ability to play to his strengths and use his signature accuracy to their advantage.

Hazell said Keith needs to drastically improve for Kent State’s offense to click.

“Spencer, I want to see his game step up as well,” Hazell said. “He’s just like the rest of them. It’s all new information for them. He’s got to be at another level this year than he was in any of the previous years.”

Senior wide receiver Sam Kirkland and junior wide receiver Tyshon Goode are Keith’s primary targets.

Both gained all-conference honors last season and will be complimented by junior Eric Adeyemi. The former Kentucky Wildcat sat out 2010 because of NCAA transfer rules, but he adds a big play threat downfield for the offense.

Senior running back Jacquise Terry returns as the starter at tailback after starting seven games in 2010 and gaining 542 yards on the ground.

Terry will be Kent State’s primary back. The Flashes suffered a significant loss when junior running back Dri Archer announced he would sit out the 2011 season to focus on academics. The team does have notable depth behind Terry.

Offense

WR Tyshon Goode (Jr.) WR Sam Kirkland (Sr.) LT Brian Winters (Jr.) LG Tyler Arend (So.) C Chris Anzevino (Sr.) RG Josh Kline (Jr.) RT Kent Cleveland (Jr.) TE Justin Thompson (Sr.)

Coach Darrell Hazell hopes to drastically improve the football team and compete for the MAC East title in his first season with the Golden Flashes.

The Flashes expect freshman fullback Traiyon Durham to be a force in short yardage situations.

The running game is aided by one of the conference’s best offensive lines, led by senior center Chris Anzevino and junior left tackle Brian Winters.

Defense

The Flashes’ defense ranked 10th in the nation in total defense (306.7 yards per game) last season, but defensive coordinator Pete Rekstis

and several key players from the record-setting unit are gone.

Former Youngstown State coach Jim Heacock takes over the defense, which will be similar to Rekstis’ pressure-heavy scheme.

Heacock is aided by the MAC Defensive Player of the Year, sophomore defensive lineman Roosevelt Nix. Nix finished fourth in the nation in tackles for a loss and eleventh in sacks.

Nix’s success will depend on his

QB Spencer Keith (Jr.) FB Trayion Durham (Fr.) RB Jacquise Terry (Sr.)

Defense

DE Jake Dooley (Jr.) DT Dana Brown (Jr.) DT Roosevelt Nix (So.) DE Lee Stalker (Sr.) OLB Luke Batton (Jr.) MLB C.J. Malauulu (Jr.)

teammates on the defensive line and their ability to create pressure on opposing linemen.

“Teams know about me but there’s a lot of other great football players that I play side-by-side with that they have to watch out too, so I’m not really concerned about that,” Nix said.

Senior defensive end Lee Stalker brings a wealth of experience, while highly touted sophomore defensive end Richard Gray is expected to make an impact.

While Kent State’s defensive line is the team’s strength, the linebacking corps has lingering questions surrounding it. Junior college transfer C.J. Malauulu is expected to start in the middle, and will immediately give the Flashes a hard-hitting player to lead their defense.

Junior Luke Batton returns after a solid sophomore season, recovering fumbles for touchdowns against Akron and Ohio.

Senior cornerbacks Josh Pleasant and Norman Wolfe return as the team’s starting cornerbacks, while

OLB Byron Tyson (Sr.) CB Josh Pleasant (Sr.) CB Norman Wolfe (Sr.) S Luke Wollet (So.) S Leon Green (Jr.)

Special Teams

K Freddy Cortez (Jr.) P Matt Rinehart (Sr.) KR Eric Adeyemi (Jr.) PR Wollet (So.)

Wolfe led the team with five interceptions in 2010.

Special Teams

Junior kicker Freddy Cortez was perfect on extra points last year, but made 11-of-17 field goals. Senior punter Matt Rinehart was a first team All-MAC selection with a 42.7 yard average in 2010.

Final Analysis

Hazell’s coaching pedigree and demeanor have pumped a new life into the Kent State football program.

While the offense has the weapons to succeed, the unit is leaning on Keith’s arm. If the junior improved his arm strength and decision making, look for the Flashes to compete for the MAC East Title.

The team’s confidence seems high with the new coaching staff in-place, but they have to retain that attitude with tough out-of-conference matchups at Alabama and Kansas State.

The defense will play physical but it will be forced to rely on first-year players like Maulauulu to fill the void.

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High-scoring, fast-paced offense on deck for football A.J. Atkinson

2011 Kent State Football Schedule

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at Alabama at Kansas State South Alabama

12:20 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM 3:30 PM

at Ohio* at Northern Illinois* Miami* Bowling Green*

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Central Michigan* at Akron* Eastern Michigan* at Temple*

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Daily Kent Stater Under the direction of a new coaching staff, the Flashes will display a new, fast-paced offense this fall. After being outscored by their opponents 275-256 last season, the Flashes look to establish an offense that offensive coordinator Brian Rock said “wants to score fast and look good doing it.”

“We’re going to attack the defense,” Rock said. “We’re trying to put the defense on their heels, so spreading the field, using an up-tempo offense and using a variety of groupings and formations gives you that ability.”

To put the defense on their heels, the Flashes look to confuse their opponents by using the versatility of their players. Many of the players can line up and play more than one position. For instance, in a simple call, a wide receiver can switch to the backfield and a running back can become a wide receiver.

“At any given moment, we can run or pass,” junior wide receiver Tyshon Goode said. “We have the defense on their toes. They don’t know what we’re going to do.”

The offense is one Rock and head coach Darrell Hazell have used in their respective coaching careers. Rock and his players look at this new formula as an improvement from previous years’ offensive schemes.

“To be honest, I feel the offense we’re going into this fall will be better for us because it allows us to use all our weapons,” running back Jacquise Terry said. “It’s a fast-paced offense. We’ve been conditioning to go fast. Coach said we want the scores to just pop up. First half, first quarter, 14-0 real quick. Trying to wear out the defense.”

Another tactic to keeping the defense thinking is offensive calls at the line of scrimmage.

Junior quarterback Spencer Keith will have more responsibility reading the defense, called checks, and seeing if he needs to change the play.

“The offense is definitely more complicated,” Keith said. “We’ve got a lot more checks to make based on what the defensive line does and the linebackers’ cover. I have to really know the offense like the back of my hand. But everyone plays a part in it. Receivers have a couple option routes where they have to figure out if they’re going to do a corner or a cut back. We just have to be more prepared.”

Though the Flashes are strong in the running back position, one of their most experienced running backs will not be putting on the blue and gold uniform this season. Running back Dri Archer is out for the season due to falling below

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Kent State quarterback Spencer Keith will be leading a more complicated and hopefully more effective offense this season under new coach Darrell Hazell. the NCAA’s academic standards. The junior rushed for 140 yards in 40 attempts with one touchdown for the Flashes last season.

With Hazell’s wide use of players, the loss

of one running back is not detrimental to the Flashes’ offense, for the team never planned to use just one running back this season.

Freshman running backs Anthony Meray and

Robert Holloman continue to impress coaches, as well as the junior transfer from Akron, Larry Dawson. The backfield will also be led by senior Jacquise Terry. Terry led the team in rushing last season, carrying the ball for 542 yards in 151 rushing attempts an average of 3.6 yards per carry. The loss of Archer just means more playing time for the other running backs.

How effective this offense is relies mainly on Keith’s ability to read the defense, get the offense in the right protection and execute the plays. Rock said he has full confidence Keith is ready for this added responsibility.

“We’re going to have a starting quarterback who can be smart and play to the level within himself and be able to run our offense,” Rock said, “and I promise you we have that guy.”

The returning players also believe they have a stronger bond due to the process of the school’s search for a new head coach back in November.

“Players got together because there was a period when we didn’t know who our coach would be,” Goode said. “It was just us players keeping each other together. When Coach Hazell came, he enforced his rules and told us how he’d go about things. It just brought everybody closer.”

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Daily Kent Stater

Men’s cross country ready for important season Julie Sickel

jsickel@kent.edu

Daily Kent Stater After tying for second in the MAC last season, the men’s cross country team is looking to capture its third championship title in three seasons. The Daily Kent Stater got redshirt junior Michael Heller to discuss some of his hopes for the team as their first event at the Tommy Evans Invitational Sept.

8 approaches.

Q: What do you think the team is looking forward to most about this upcoming season?

A: I think we’re really excited to kind of redeem ourselves. Last season we were a really young team, and we were defending our MAC Championship from 2009. We tied for second last year. So we’ve put in a lot of work for this fall. I talked to the guys, they’ve worked really hard, so I think we’re really excited to prove ourselves again and make a statement that we can hang with anybody in the conference.

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Michael Heller, redshirt junior, tied for second in the MAC last year.

Q: What could be the team’s biggest challenge this fall?

A: Experience still might be a challenge.

We’re still relatively young. I think last year helped us a lot; we’re ready to start fighting.

Q: What would you say will be the “winning strategy” for you all this year?

A: Tactically, to race and win, we’re going to have to run together as a team in a pack. It’s easier to run together in a race than it is by yourself. I think that first race at Akron we’re going to see where we’re at, and that’ll be able to tell us a lot about how we’re going to race the rest of the season.

I think the conference itself is pretty wide open. I think it’s pretty even. I don’t think there’s a team that’s way more dominant than any other. I could be wrong, but that’s the way I see it. I think we’ve got a really good chance to win. Anything can happen.

Q: Your team seems like a really tight-knit group of guys. Tell me about that.

A: You spend over an hour a day, almost two hours, running together, and so you just start talking, and you learn about each other and you find out what everyone’s about. You’re working toward the same thing, so there’s a really tight bond that’s created.

I think we’re all like brothers. Me being the oldest guy on the team, I feel like the older brother a little bit. We’re just a big family.

We all have fun and we enjoy being around each other.

Q: How did the team handle training while being apart this summer?

A: We did an online training log. Danny Bullard set us up with this website called running2win.com. It’s a like a running social network. You do your run and then you go online and blog what you did. So I can go and see what everyone else on the team did ,and I can read their comments about how they felt on the run. It keeps me accountable.

It keeps (my teammates) accountable. I can see what they’re thinking and how they’re feeling.

I think we’re all in pretty good shape.

This summer for me has been my best summer ever, mileage-wise. I feel great. I think everyone else is feeling good about themselves as well. That’s the most important thing, I think; going into a season you’ve got to be mentally ready for it. I think we’re all excited, optimistic, refreshed and ready to have some fun and compete. Just run, like Bruce Springsteen, ‘we were born to run.’

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Women’s cross country motivated to improve on last season’s disappointing MAC performance Julie Sickel

ourselves this year. We’re going to use that as motivation.

Daily Kent Stater

Q: You’re the sole senior on the team. Where do you think leadership is going to come from this year?

jsickel@kent.edu

The women’s cross country team may have graduated four of its runners, but that won’t stop the current squad members from trying to capture the program’s first MAC Title since 2004. The Daily Kent Stater spoke to lone senior Audrey Maheu about the upcoming season.

Q: What are you looking forward to most this season?

A: It’ll be nice to get to know the new freshmen and to improve on last season. And hopefully finish out my cross country career strong; it’s my last one. A first place finish in the conference would be great.

Q: Tell me about how you ended last season?

A: We had ups and downs. We didn’t finish on as high a note as we would’ve liked to.

We sold ourselves kind of short at conference (meet), so we’re working toward bettering

A: I don’t think you have to be a senior to be a leader. I think you can come in as an underclassman and lead by example, by encouraging your teammates and doing the little things right — not cutting any of the corners at practice. I don’t think you have to be the oldest on the team to lead people. It’s about motivation and having a good attitude; that shows a lot of leadership in itself.

Q: How did the team handle being separated for the summer?

A: There’s a couple of us that are local to each other and we can meet a couple of times over the summer, get a run in, workout together or just hang out. But it makes being reunited together here special. It brings us closer together after the summer.

Q: How do you think the team will come out

for your first meet of the season?

A: It’s too soon to tell about myself personally. It’s hard to gauge where I come off from my summer training. Once we start training as a team together we’ll get some workouts in as a team and I think it’ll boost our confidence and get us really motivated.

I try not to focus on the first meet too much just because there’s so much time in between the first meet and the conference meet, which really matters.

Q: Do you and your teammates have any traditions to start out the season?

A: We come back a couple days before classes. It’s a nice time to hang out; we’ll do a couple team dinners or go to a movie or something. It’s a great time to have fun together before school starts — bring the team together and get to know the freshmen.

Senior Audrey Maheu

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Daily Kent Stater

Men’s golf team drives deep

Women golfers to defend MAC title Nick Shook

nshook@kent.edu Daily Kent Stater

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Junior men’s golfer Kevin Miller.

Michael Moses

mmoses3@kent.edu Daily Kent Stater No John Hahn? No problem, says the Kent State men’s golf team.

Coming off a very impressive spring season in which they made it to the NCAA Championship for the third time in four years and won their third consecutive MAC Championship, the team will try to fill the shoes of the 2011 MAC Golfer of the Year with increased depth.

“John is going to be tough to replace,” said rising junior Kevin Miller.

Miller pointed out that this year ’s team can replace Hahn with better overall play. A stellar recruiting class is also expected to join the program.

In his 34th season as head coach, Herb Page and his staff put together quite possibly the best freshman class Kent has seen during his reign as head coach. Incoming freshmen Charlie Phillips (Mount Vernon, Ohio), Nick Scott (Union, Ohio), and Taylor Zoller (Charleston, S.C.) will all be a key part of this year’s success.

“It’s always nice to have one or two freshmen to step in and contribute right away,” Miller said.

Other new faces on this year’s squad will include sophomore Kyle Kmiecik from Ole Miss and sophomore Jack Watson from Kansas State. Kmiecik (Kuhmeek), an Avon, Ohio native, earned American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) Honorable Mention All-America honors in 2008 at St. Ignatius High School. In just six tournaments as a collegiate golfer, Watson finished in the top ten twice.

In addition to the recruiting, the Golden Flashes have had quite a busy and

successful offseason on the links. Multiple golfers competed in the amateur circuit this summer, including rising senior Mackenzie Hughes.

Hughes was the brightest Flash on this summer’s circuit. He won the Canadian Men’s Amateur Championship, making him the national champion of his home country. This marked the second major victory for Hughes this summer, as he also won the Kinnear Glencoe Invitational in June.

Hughes wasn’t the only Flash to raise a trophy during the past few months.

Juniors to be Nathan Tarter and Miller, as well as rising sophomore Taylor Pendrith each picked up victories in events this summer. Miller became just the sixth individual and the first in 23 years to win the Ohio Amateur Public Links Tournament in back-to-back years.

In addition to their busy summers, three current golfers represented Kent State at the U.S. Amateur Men’s Golf Championship Aug. 22. Pendrith, incoming freshman Nick Scott and Hughes joined former Golden Flash John Hahn at Wisconsin’s Erin Hills Golf Course for the 111th edition of the tournament.

Given the players’ success this summer, the transition into this fall should be rather fluid.

“Everyone is having good summers; we’re playing in the top amateur tournaments around,” Miller explained. “We’ll all be able to look back on the experience we’re gaining and use it to our advantage this season. We shouldn’t have a slow start; I expect the team to play well right away.”

The defending Mid-American Conference tournament champion Kent State Golden Flashes return to the links this fall after a busy summer.

Senior Mandi Morrow, a 2011 second-team All-MAC nomination, competed in the regional qualifier for the 2011 U.S. Amateur, but failed to qualify by shooting a fourover par. She found success at the U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship in Bandon, Ore. Morrow advanced to match play, where she fell to defending champion Emily Tubert, 4 and 2.

“I kind of have high expectations for myself at this point in my golf career,” said Morrow.

“We’ve got a good team this year, so it’s going to be competitive.”

Incoming freshman Jennifer Ha has wasted no time in making a strong first impression on head coach Mike Morrow with her performance in the Rolex Tournament of Champions, where she finished 16th overall in the field of 66 golfers. Ha one-upped herself a month later by winning her second straight tournament, shooting a four-under 67 to take home the CN Future Links Championship at Wolf Creek Resort in Ponoka, Alberta. Ha won the Alberta Junior Girls Championship by 18 strokes during the previous weekend, shooting a six-under 282.

“I only met her on a recruiting trip,” Mike Morrow said. “But from the way she’s been playing this summer, I think she’s going to be one of our top golfers.”

The Golden Flashes have plenty to be optimistic about heading into the fall season. Three seniors, including Morrow, Mercedes Germino and Shamira Marshall, return to lead the Flashes into regular season play.

The season begins with the Mary Fossum Invitational, hosted

by Michigan State. Following the visit to East Lansing, the Flashes will travel to Highland Park, Ill. to participate in the Windy City Collegiate Classic, hosted by Northwestern University. The travels continue for Kent State, as they round out their fall slate with tournaments at Stanford and Texas.

Regular season play will resume for the Golden Flashes on February

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Senior women’s golfer Mercedes Germino.

12 with their participation in the Lady Puerto Rico Classic, where Kent State finished tied for sixth place in Feb. 2011. The team will play in two tournaments in Florida on Feb. 20-22 and March 16-18, and another in Georgia, March 30-April 1. A return trip to their home state of Ohio rounds out the regular season schedule, with a tournament hosted by Ohio State, April 21-22.

The defending MAC Tournament champions, who have won 11 straight tournament titles, return to defend their crown April 27-29 at the 2012 MAC Championship at Hawthornes Golf and Country Club in Fishers, Ind. The Golden Flashes will then look to move on to the NCAA Regionals May 10-12.

“As a team, we expect to win

the MAC again,” said Morrow.

“Then make it through regionals and then make it to the NCAA finals and have a good showing.”

The Flashes will look to build on past success, and the addition of former standout Maddi Swaney, a Kent State graduate and second team AllMAC honoree in 2008 and 2009, to the coaching staff could jump-start their success in 2011-12. A 12thstraight MAC Tournament title is in the crosshairs of the 35th-ranked team in the nation.

“I’m excited,” Morrow said.

“Maddi knows how the program is, our style of coaching, and I think she’ll fit in well with the program.”

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Returning players prep freshmen for volleyball season Nick Shook

nshook@kent.edu Daily Kent Stater

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Outside hitter Jessica Ronyak and middle blocker Kathy Krupa jump to block a ball during a game last year. The volleyball team has only four returning players from 2010.

The scene in the M.A.C. Center was one of optimism as the Kent State volleyball team warmed up for a mid-afternoon practice Friday.

Kent State coach Glen Conley paced the hardwood floor of the gymnasium, instructing his team on what he expected of them for the day.

For Conley, who’s in his fifth season at Kent State, his 2011 squad is unlike any he has coached since his days at Edinboro University when his team won 33 games on their way to a conference title.

The Flashes return only four players from last year’s team that finished third in the Mid-American Conference East Division. While growing pains are expected with a squad consisting of eight new faces, Conley said he’s not worried about his team’s potential.

“A lot of times freshmen don’t know what is possible,” Conley said. “They just want to play ball. It’s the preconceived notion that, well you’re too young and you won’t be able to win this year because of your freshmen and stuff like that.”

Conley and the Flashes benefit from returning a senior who started 30 matches and finished third on the team last season with 226 kills—outside hitter Maigan Larsen.

Conley will look to Larsen to mentor the young Flashes roster and provide leadership during match play.

The Lancaster, Wisc., native said that while she does feel pressure as the team’s lone senior, the other four returners on the team have taken a leadership role as well.

“I’m really proud of our team right now,” Larsen said. “Those incoming freshman are great girls — great attitudes and work ethic. Coming into preseason, they jelled perfectly because they have the same type of work ethic as us.”

The team also returns junior middle blocker Kathy Krupa, sophomore defensive specialist Hannah Herc and sophomore setter Aleksandra Nowak.

While all four veterans are expected to be steady contributors for Kent State, the Flashes were picked to finish last in the East Division this season.

Larsen said she doesn’t mind, and she hopes that teams see Kent State as nothing more than a team that’s rebuilding.

“Oh, I love it,” Larsen said. “I love being the underdog. If people want to look at us that way then do it because they won’t come to the gym ready, and we’ll be ready every night. It will be fun.”

The Flashes open the 2011 season on Aug. 26 at the SIU-Edwardsville Invitational before hosting Youngstown State on Aug. 30.

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Daily Kent Stater

Women’s soccer looks for more success in 2011 season Matt Lofgren

mlofgren@kent.edu

Daily Kent Stater After a disappointing 2010 campaign, the 2011 installment of Kent State’s soccer team is relying on some old and new faces for a shot at the Mid-American Conference title.

With six incoming freshmen and last season’s top goal scorer returning, the Flashes look to be power in the stout conference.

Offense You can’t win in soccer if you don’t score goals, and last year for Kent State’s soccer team, no one was better at finding the back of the net than sophomore Jessacca Gironda.

Scoring nine goals as a freshman last season, Gironda led the team in points by accumulating 20 on the year and is one of the most crucial factors to the Flashes’ success.

Hoping to duplicate her stellar season, Gironda knows she needs to continue to be the most competitive on the field to progress as a soccer player.

“As last season’s points leader, there is perhaps a certain level of responsibility to repeat my performance,” Gironda said. “Given my highly competitive personality, that is probably only natural. I am a very goal-oriented person and have always been hard on myself. However, my main objective has always been, and continues to be, that I perform to the best of my potential and contribute in every way possible to the overall success of the team.

The talent and timely contributions of the entire team will help us accomplish our goals this year.”

Every season, the overall goal remains the same for every Kent State team: to win the Mid-American Conference. With strong competition across the board, Gironda will lead by example in order to make the Flashes offense a potent goal-scoring machine. “[The MAC] is fiercely competitive in that most teams are fairly evenly matched,” Gironda said. “Although our overall record does not reflect it, we lost to the tournament champs [Toledo] by a score of 1-0 in regular season, which shows how talented our team is. We definitely have potential.”

The play of this sophomore forward is a good check of the Flashes’ chances of winning on a nightly basis. When Gironda scored a goal, the team had a record of 4-3-2. Gironda scored a goal in each of the final four games of the season, in which the team went 3-1 against MAC opponents.

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Kelly Sherwood posted a 4-9-4 record last season as a junior with a 1.68 goals-against average in 17 games started at goalie.

“Jess was a very strong player for us last year,” senior goalie Kelly Sherwood said. “I was very impressed with her, and I am looking forward to see her grow as a player here at Kent State.”

Showing skill and poise beyond her years, Gironda scored a game-tying goal in the 89th minute in a match against Pittsburgh.

With seven matches lost by one goal last season, Gironda said she hopes the young Flashes squad can overcome slow starts and execute late in games

to show big improvements this year.

“I am hoping that we aspire to perform to a higher level as a team this year,” Gironda said. “We definitely have the potential to accomplish great things.”

Defense Few three-year starters have made a bigger impact for Kent State sports than senior goalie Kelly Sherwood.

Only one other player in Kent State women’s soccer history has more career shutouts than her eight. Her 196

saves is fourth-best in school history, but the biggest number for Sherwood is one - one more season to make her mark on a soccer program on the brink of a breakout year.

“I am really excited for this upcoming season,” Sherwood said. “With the talent we are bringing in with the freshman class and our transfer from Clemson (Jackie Dutton), plus all of the returners we have, things are looking up, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to play my last season at Kent State with these 22 girls.”

Sherwood posted a 4-9-4 record this past season as a junior with a 1.68 goals-against average in 17 games started, a down year after an impressive sophomore campaign in 2009 in which she played every minute of every game for the team and posted a 8-9-2 record.

For Sherwood, her success is based on how she reacts to a play and how much she can rely on her defenders to do their job, but like any goalie, her biggest hurdle during a game is penalty kicks.

An avid soccer fan, Sherwood closely followed Hope Solo and the U.S. women’s soccer team coming so close to glory in the FIFA World Cup this summer. She said she hopes she and her teammates can learn a thing or two from the U.S. team in the amount of heart they show on the soccer field.

“I really enjoyed watching the Women’s World Cup, but was a little disappointed with the outcome,” Sherwood said. “I am hoping that our team can show as much heart and fight as the United States national team did this season.”

Aside from their efforts on the field, Sherwood said she knows no team is perfect, this team included.

“The main thing our team needs to focus on this season is communication and staying connected,” Sherwood said. “The more we play as a team, the more successful we will be.”

In the highly competitive MidAmerican Conference, the Flashes know they have a constant player in Sherwood. Last season, she accounted for more than 1,600 minutes and was crucial with 73 saves.

Only two other players even took the space in front of the goal other than Sherwood, and combined they only accumulated 116 minutes of playing time.

“Kelly Sherwood epitomizes the strength and success of this season’s team,” Gironda said. “She is truly an inspirational leader and respected by all teammates. She is a motivational player, not just in the goal but in every aspect of her life. She is a phenomenal athlete and a dynamic force in the net.”

The physical education major has her work cut out for her this year with home matches against MAC opponents Western Michigan on Oct. 7, Northern Illinois on Oct. 9 and then rival Akron on Oct. 21 and Ohio two days later on Oct. 23

Daily Kent Stater

Wednesday, August 24, 2011 | Page D9

“The Rec” offers a little something for everyone Doug Brown

dbrow27@kent.edu Daily Kent Stater It’s state-of-the-art. It’s fun.

It’s already in your bill. There’s no reason not to use the Student Recreation and Wellness Center to its fullest extent, explained senior finance major Matt Chechak.

The SRWC is a 12-year-old, 153,000-square-foot facility for all things fitness. Weightlifting, basketball, swimming, running, rock climbing, aerobics; it’s all there.

“Use it as often as you can,” said Chechak. “It’s better than going to most gyms. Take advantage of it.”

You’ll only need a Flashcard to get in: the membership fee is tacked on to the bill of all full-time students.

Students only need to pay if they sign up for classes like Pilates, yoga, or self-defense, among others.

“The track, the weights, the basketball courts, locker rooms,” senior pre-communications major Giorgio Morgan said about why he goes to the SRWC. “It’s anything you could really ask for.”

The basketball courts and weight rooms tend to draw the most students, especially in the late afternoon and evening when many people are done with class or work for the day.

Morgan, a former quarterback for the Flashes football team, said pickup basketball games start in the evening and attract a lot of people.

“Most of the time, a lot of people get off work and get up here starting around 4:30 or five through seven or eight” to get on the court, he said.

Jenna Krewson, a junior English major, also comes for basketball.

“I’m on the women’s basketball team here, so when none of my teammates are here I come to play with the guys at the open gym,” said Krewson, who sat out last season for Kent State after transferring from Bucknell. “Some of us come here in the fall just to play extra pickup games, but there’s always tons of people here.”

Krewson said the best time for basketball is about 7 p.m., but be prepared to wait for games.

“Usually you have to sit out for a half hour before you can

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A few members play pingpong on the floor of the open gym at Kent State’s Student Recreation and Wellness Center. The courts are used for basketball, volleyball, and a number of other sports and activities.

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RETURNING FALL CLASSES FOR STUDENTS

Monday – Thursday: 6 a.m. – 11 p.m.

Friday: 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Saturday-Sunday: 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.

“Beginning Power Yoga” - $25 – Starts Sept. 4 & Sept. 12 “Boot Camp” - $175 – Starts Aug. 29 (twice per week) “One Well U Walking Program” - $15 – Starts Sept. 5 (five times per week) “Self Defense” - $25 – Starts Sept. 6 “Intermediate Flow Yoga” - $25 – Starts Sept. 7 “Boxing Basics” - $25 – Starts Sept. 7 “Aqua Arthritis” - $25 – Starts Sept. 8 “Pilates” - $25 – Starts Sept. 10 “Intermediate Boxing” - $25 – Starts Sept. 10

NEW FALL CLASSES FOR STUDENTS “Jujitsu” (New) – $25 for students, Monday nights for six weeks starting Sept. 12 and Oct. 24.

“Tae Kwon Do” – $25 for students, once per week (Tuesdays or Thursdays) for six weeks starting Sept. 6, Sept. 8, Oct. 25 and Oct. 27.

“Balletone” (“a challenging mix of exercises blending together principles of dance, yoga, Pilates and fitness”) - $25 for students, Saturday afternoons for six weeks starting Sept. 10 and Oct. 29.

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get in on a game,” she said, “there’s a lot of people but there are some good games.”

For people not interested in playing basketball, it’s best to avoid the gym in the evenings (bringing to mind the famous Yogi Berra quote: “Nobody goes there anymore. It’s too busy”).

“Don’t try and come at night, because you won’t be able to even get next to a machine,” warned senior business management major Jason Beeman.

Steve Degyansky, a junior exercise science major, agrees.

At night, “you can’t even move around at all,” said Degyansky. The

Field hockey looks to win MAC title, NCAA berth Nick Shook

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Daily Kent Stater After a heartbreaking 2-1 loss to ninthranked American University in the NCAA Tournament play-in game on Nov. 9, 2010, the Kent State field hockey team is aiming to improve upon a season in which it won 15 games and both the Mid-American Conference regular season and tournament championships.

“The team as a whole took it really hard,” said Kent State coach Kathleen Wiler. “But the five young ladies that are captains this year are on a mission and want to move past that game.”

An interesting fact about this fall’s squad lies in the team’s number of captains. Instead of a traditional pair or trio of captains, the Flashes instead opted to name all five of their seniors as captains for the 2011 season.

“When you look at sports, you could have one captain, two captains, three captains,” Wiler said. “I think we have a really important group of girls.”

The captains, a quintet that has scored a combined total of 95 goals in the past three seasons, are led by Debbie Bell, a forward that enters the 2011 season as Kent State’s all-time leader in goals scored with 76 (third all-time in the MAC).

Bell was named first-team AllMAC in 2010 after finishing fourth in the nation in goals scored with 26.

The New Zealand native displayed her scoring prowess by scoring Courtesy of Kent State Athletic Department multiple goals Carla Johl in five straight games, a run that began on Oct. 22 and lasted until Nov. 6.

“Debbie is a gifted goal scorer,” Wiler said. “But she can’t play without everyone surrounding her, so I think that senior class, along with Debbie, has a lot of work ahead of them.”

The senior class will attempt to accomplish a goal that has never been reached in the history of Kent State field hockey: win four-straight MAC regular season titles.

However, the five captains cannot do it

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Debbie Bell alone—they will need the help of nine newcomers to the Golden Flashes’ program.

Kent State traditionally recruits mostly outside of the state of Ohio, and often outside of the United States. Wiler followed this trend again in 2011, signing nine studentathletes from locations ranging from Pennsylvania to Germany.

The performance of the freshman class could be crucial to the success of the Flashes in 2011, in part because Wiler is facing the possibility of starting a freshman in goal, due to the loss of both of Kent State’s goalkeepers. Wiler’s approach to the rare situation at goalkeeper is concise.

“Coach her up,” Wiler said. “This is your net.”

The Flashes’ 2011 schedule will be a challenge from top to bottom. The 19-game slate features non-conference matchups against the likes of Massachusetts, who finished 2010 ranked 18th in the National Field Hockey Coaches Association poll, and 2010 Big Ten champion Ohio State, who advanced to the Final Four and finished ranked seventh in the nation. MAC play opens on the first of October with a home game versus Miami (Ohio).

“You can’t take any team lightly,” Wiler said. “I think we’re going to have a hell of a fight on our hands every time we step on the pitch.”

Kent State begins its quest for yet another MAC title and NCAA tournament berth with a matchup at home against Northwestern on August 26.

Kellie Reisz, a member of the Kent State Student Recreation and Wellness Center, uses the free weights on the second floor. best time is from when it opens at 6 a.m. until noon: “everybody is in class, or they’re not up.”

Degyansky said the best thing about using the SRWC is “probably the pool – they have saunas, they have a whirl pool.”

Gretchen Julian, director of Recreational Services, said she

reccommends new students pay attention to the dress code.

“Understand you need to have a T-shirt on. The attire here is not what it is at other gyms,” she said.

“Besides that, just remember to bring your FlashCard, and if you need help, just ask.”

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Part-time Positions 10-27.5 hours per week Boys & Girls Clubs of the Western Reserve seeks part-time staff to facilitate after-school programs to youth 5 – 16 years of age at one of our many outreach sites. If you are a teacher, retiree, college student or someone that wants to make a difference in the lives of at-risk youth, this may be the opportunity for you! Must have a minimum 1 year experience working with children & youth. Programs exp in non-profit agency desired. Able to work with diverse populations.

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By Nancy Black Today’s Birthday (08/24/11) Education looks good on you. Get hungry for knowledge this year. Explore, take risks and get back home where your heart is for periodic reminders of what you’re really about. Invent your own curriculum if you don’t find one that calls you. Get powerful support.

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 an 8 -- You’re making a fabulous impression. Set a juicy goal, and let a partner do the negotiating. Cleaning up a mess at home provides harmony and a nice setting for a quiet evening.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) Today is an 8. Set the record straight, and things ease. It’s time to think and plan new strategies. Manage deadlines by multitasking. Add music for more fun.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Today is a 6. A poem by Lenore Kandel seems appropriate for you today: “My only desire is to have no desire ... pity, that too is a desire.” What if you could be with nothing?

Taurus (April 20-May 20) Today is an 8. Clear concentration comes naturally, and you’re extra clever today. Write down your great ideas, and take action on the most compelling. A mellow evening relaxes.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Today is a 9. A fantasy proves profitable, and more work’s coming in.

Social fun with your community keeps it rocking. A coming change benefits and requires you to make a move.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Today is a 6. Consult with experts and partners: They’ve got your back.

Invest love in someone younger. Get a savings tip from someone older.

Thank the allies you count on.

Gemini (May 21-June 21) Today is an 8. Figure out what you want and speak it. The words ripple out for unexpected results. Traveling is easier right now. Take it slowly with time and money tonight.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Today is a 7. Spin a wild yarn, and craft a blissful moment with someone special. You’ll be tested over the next two days, so put on your public smile and be respectful. Socialize.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Today is an 8 -- Work with your team to get it all done. Avoid gambling or risky ventures. Inexpensive entertainment is best, like a movie or a walk outside. Rest at home later.

Cancer (June 22-July 22) Today is a 9. Imagine a future that excites you as you take care of business.

Your power’s growing. Let someone else stir up trouble. Keep your head down, work well and kick off early.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Today is a 7. Reassure a loved one in the face of unpleasant surprises.

Save your money, but splurge on time together without distraction. Eat comfort food together.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) Today is a 9 -- Your imagination takes hold today. Don’t resist it. Use it instead to create something new, perhaps with children. They’re unafraid to learn. It’s a win-win situation.

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SU’s official mascott for 15 years, Otto the Orange has become a university icon

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imes have changed since Cornelius Murphy was in college, where his dorm was a 12-by-12-foot room made of cinderblock.

The State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry’s new on-campus dorm will make his college experience pale in comparison, said Murphy, president of the college.

With its own line of Stickley furniture, a 24/7 computer lab, Blink electric vehicle charging station, Centro bus stop, cable television, video game consoles and indoor bike storage space, Centennial Hall is no cinderblock shack.

The dorm, named in honor of ESF’s 100th anniversary, was completed as scheduled, with the finishing touches, including decorating and setting up furniture, making up the majority of the work done in July, Murphy said.

“It’s absolutely completely finished,” Murphy said.

Centennial Hall can house up to 452 students in three different types of rooms. All first-year students will live in two-person rooms with one bedroom and one bathroom.

Upperclassmen can choose either a four-person room

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veronica magan | contributing photographer Centennial hall , the first ESF dorm, opens to students Wednesday. Students will be aided by the Stumpy Squad to move into the dorm, which has a 24/7 computer lab with free printing, an indoor bike storage area and Stinckley furniture.

SU geographic diversity continues to rise Revamped first-year program to

By Debbie Truong Asst. News Editor

Yvonne Lee is prepared to trade in year-round sunshine for the unpredictable weather in Syracuse.

Lee, a Los Angeles resident, is set to begin Syracuse University in the spring as a freshman international

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relations major, she said in an email.

Though Lee admits moving approximately two thousand miles from her friends and family will be difficult, she said the programs and opportunities offered by SU ultimately outweighed her apprehensions.

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my entire life, so I knew it would be quite a transition from being able to wear flip-flops year-round to trekking in rain boots,” Lee said. “But I think that’s what college is supposed to be about — learning to adapt and, hopefully, thrive somewhere

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In past years, the majority of students at SU have hailed from the Northeast. But due to increased recruitment efforts, the freshman Class of 2015 will have the greatest geographic diversity in SU history. This map shows the breakdown of SU’s freshman population.

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By Meghin Delaney News Editor

For the third time in three years Syracuse University has changed the First-Year Experience, a program designed to engage incoming freshman and transfer students together with a unique, unifying experience.

Previously, students were required to read a book or attend a dance performance, which were discussed during first-year classes and seminars.

Last year, students were encouraged to become involved in special events and projects focusing on major issues within the city of Syracuse.

Problems with keeping all the firstyear students interested in the program has caused officials to change the program again, said Sandra Hurd, associate provost for academic affairs.

“It’s hard to find a set of experiences that really will meet the needs of such a diverse incoming population.

Students are interested in all sorts of things,” she said.

Keeping the program, however, is essential for Hurd.

“I think it gives students something to connect around, something to talk about, something to explore together,” she said. “With nine different schools and 300 different majors, sometimes it’s hard to find common ground.”

“I think it gives students something to connect around, something to talk about, something to explore together.

With nine different schools and 300 different majors, sometimes it’s hard to find common ground.”

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This year, the program will hope to find common ground by focusing on events and discussions relating to one theme: disability. Instead of creating new events and opportunities for students to participate in, Hurd said, SU officials looked at what events were already booked on campus for this year and tried to find a similar see experience page 4

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Get your language requirement over with — now. Seriously, I can’t stress this enough.

Trust the bitter senior who pretended like she didn’t have this graduation requirement to fulfi ll. Now, I get to spend four days a week with a group of you in language 101. It’s not personal, but let me just say I sincerely do not look forward to spending my semester with you.

Go hang out in your lounge. Having a family on your f loor will make your freshman year a million times better. There’s nothing I miss quite as much as my freshmen f loor. And if you’re lucky enough to be living on the fourth f loor of Sadler this year, please behave as badly as we did. And say hi to Irene for me.

Don’t let people use your printer. Make excuses; say you haven’t set it up yet.

Once you let one person use it, then you become the designated printer person, and that’s not a title you want to establish for yourself. You’ll be getting harried, sleep-

deprived procrastinators knocking at your door at all hours. So hoard your printer, unless they pay you. If they pay you, then print away.

That orange lanyard should never touch your neck. Put it in your bag or leave it in your room.

Give Gertis — yes, you should know his name — some spare change every once in a while. He’s as much a part of our campus as Otto the Orange.

Those fun little orange plastic bottles you got in your mailbox when you arrive — yeah, don’t throw those at people. This may seem obvious, and I know how harmless they appear, but I’ve seen the battle scars.

Do not get so blacked out that you pee the bed. That’s no fun for anyone. You’d be surprised at how cavalier your bladder can become once your brain has shut itself down.

I’ve been far too generous, so you figure out the rest. And when you’re a senior, you can pull this crinkled column out of an old freshman-year notebook and fill in what’s missing.

But I’m not kidding about the language requirement. Seriously. Get on that.

Lauren Tousignant is a senior communications and rhetorical studies and writing major.

Her column appears every other Wednesday.

She can be reached at letousig@syr.edu.

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Gay marriage marks important milestone for NY, SU campus

n June 24, the New York state Senate passed a bill legalizing gay marriage.

News analysts and gay rights advocates hailed the legislation as a momentous step in the fight for marriage equality, as New York is the largest state to grant the right and has historically served as a base for

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veronica magan | contributing photographer Students living in ESF’s Centennial Hall have a variety of room options from which to choose. There are two-person rooms with one bedroom and one bathroom, four-person rooms with two bedrooms and two bathrooms and two-person rooms with two bedrooms and one bathroom. Freshmen are given first priority to live in the hall.

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with two bedrooms and two bathrooms or a two-person room with two bedrooms and one bathroom.

The dorm is on track to be certified at the gold level for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, Murphy said. The U.S. Green Building Council determines LEED certification based on energy use, air quality, water efficiency, carbon dioxide emission reduction and responsible resource use.

“All the mechanical systems have to be operating and their systems tested,” Murphy said.

“The paperwork will be filed and the decision will be made before the end of the year.”

While all incoming freshmen secured spaces in Centennial Hall, there is not much room left over. With more than 500 incoming freshmen and transfer students, there aren’t many spaces available for upperclassmen.

“With 452 spots, we are limited in how many spots we can offer for second-year experience,” Murphy said. “We simply don’t have the capacity.”

Throughout ESF’s history, students lived in Syracuse University’s dorms or in off-campus apartments. The students were dispersed among the various SU dorms until recently, when ESF established learning communities within the dorms, which placed ESF students together. In previous years, incoming ESF freshmen were only guaranteed first-year hous-

ing, but had no problem securing housing in SU dorms for up to all four years of college, Murphy said. For the past three years, SU placed all incoming ESF and transfer students in the SkyHalls on South Campus.

“It had some good aspects because it built a sense of community, but it also created some problems for our students,” Murphy said. “It’s about a mile and a half from campus, so the bad part was our students had to use buses to get from housing to lecture halls and laboratories.”

Murphy said the shared academic experience between the two groups of students has been enriching for ESF students in the past and losing that will be one of the few negative aspects of the new dorm.

“It’s with mixed emotions,” Murphy said.

“In most cases the relationship between our students and SU is a really good thing. If you can have an environmental science major live with a student from SU in the fine arts major, there’s something special about that.”

While most ESF students will live in Centennial Hall or off campus, SU reserved 45 beds for ESF students who want to live in SU dorms.

“There’s always a trade-off, and overall, the trade-off is very positive,” Murphy said.

Centennial Hall residents also said they thought the trade-off will be beneficial.

Rian Croteau, a junior environmental studies major, said that while the new dorm will not give freshmen the opportunity to interact closely with SU students like he did when he lived in the SkyHalls, the new community will help the incoming students feel more comfort-

“It’s neat to know how our excitement and involvement in creating a community in Centennial Hall will change the way things are run for future years.”

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able around each other.

Croteau said the new dorm’s Stickley furniture and more convenient location were what drove him to live in Centennial Hall. “I’m a huge architecture and design fan, so Stickley furniture was far more than I ever expected to see in a dorm,” said Croteau, who will be living in a two-person room with two bedrooms and one bathroom.

Armando Villa-Ignacio, a freshman chemistry major, said that while he was required to live in the new dorm as an incoming freshman, the apartment-style amenities only sweetened the deal.

“Each room has their own private bathrooms, come with a micro-fridge unit and you can control the temperature of the rooms individually,” Villa-Ignacio said.

Residents of Centennial Hall have already

begun to build a community before arriving on campus through a Facebook group dedicated to the new dorm.

“I’m just really excited to be living in an environmentally friendly place with a bunch of people that think the way I do,” Villa-Ignacio said. “I already talk to so many people, have a bunch of friends and I really cannot wait to live with them and see them everyday.”

The resident advisers are eager to experience the new dorm as well. Elizabeth McGinty, a sophomore aquatics and fisheries science major and first-time RA, said she is impressed with how nice the dorm looks.

“Its proximity to campus is perfect compared to living in SkyHalls on South last year,” McGinty said.

McGinty, who will be living in a two-bedroom apartment-style suite with another RA, said she is looking forward to having her own bedroom, along with a private bathroom and kitchen.

“It’s neat to know how our excitement and involvement in creating a community in Centennial Hall will change the way things are run for future years,” said McGinty.

Although ESF is just welcoming the first residents of Centennial Hall, there is already talk of further expansion, with two new locations being discussed for new dorms, Murphy said.

He said plans will become more formal in October and students can expect to see construction begin on another ESF dorm within the next two years. jlsiart@syr.edu

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Donation makes university history

Syracuse University announced its second-largest donation in university history at an event titled “Project P” on Oct. 1.

SU alumnus Howard Phanstiel and his wife, Louise, pledged $20 million, which went toward a new scholarship program for middle-class students set to begin in fall 2011.

The Louise and Howard Phanstiel Scholar Program is offered to middle-class students with U.S. citizenship who have demonstrated potential for academic success and community leadership. Elements of the scholarship include keeping students involved in the community and teaching them financial responsibility.

The $20 million donation was ranked 48 of 50 among The Chronicle of Philanthropy’s most generous donors of 2010.

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Making up for

Syracuse won its first bowl game since 2001 at the New Era Pinstripe Bowl, defeating Kansas State 36-34.

With 7:53 remaining in the fourth quarter, quarterback Ryan Nassib completed a 44-yard touchdown pass to Marcus Sales, giving the Orange a 33-28 lead and Sales his third touchdown grab of the game. Kicker Ross Krautman would later tack on a 39-yard field goal for the Orange to go ahead 36-28.

With just under two minutes to play, Kansas State scored on a 30-yard touchdown pass to make it 36-34. But after the Wildcats failed on the two-point conversion and were unsuccessful in trying to recover the ensuing onside kick, the Orange ran out the remainder of time on the clock.

Delone Carter was named the most valuable player of the game after he ran for 198 yards and scored two touchdowns for the Orange.

The last bowl game Syracuse won was the 2001 Insight.com Bowl, also against Kansas State. The Orange also appeared in the 2004 Champs Sports Bowl, resulting in a 51-14 loss to Georgia Tech.

lost time Catch up on what you missed at SU during the 2010-11 year

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Here are 10 notable events that happened during the 2010-11 academic year, including news about Marshall Street, sports, greek life and community involvement. lgleveil@syr.edu

A satirical blog about the SU College of Law, SUCOLitis, began publishing online at the beginning of October. Some found the blog offensive.

Charges were filed against Len Audaer, a second-year law student suspected to be the author of the blog. Gregory Germain, associate professor of law, began an investigation.

Blog posts included “Class of 2013 Named Most Attractive in History” and “Senate President Elected SU’s Sexiest Semite.” The posts had fake quotes and content and were generally attributed to law school faculty and students, though some were made-up names.

The investigation raised questions about the definition of harassment and SU’s freedom of speech policies.

One-hundred days after the investigation began, Germain proposed settling the matter before a federal judge, Judge George Lowe. Late January marked the end of the investigation, as Audaer admitted he was one of several authors of the blog.

The Foundation of Individual Rights in Education gave SU a speech code red, meaning at least one policy at the university restricts free speech. A Huffington Post editorial also named SU the worst college in the nation for free speech.

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Marshall Street was closed down Jan. 21 after a water main break at J. Michael Shoes caused flooding in the store’s basement and the foundation to collapse.

J. Michael, located on Marshall Street since 1983, moved to a temporary location in Marshall Square Mall at Follett’s Orange Bookstore until repairs were completed. The store reopened on Marshall Street in mid-June.

Other businesses along the street were also affected by the water main break. Archie Potamianos, the landlord of the building where J. Michael is located, used the basement as his office for his businesses Potamianos Properties and Student Storage Company.

The Unique Tea House had to postpone its move above J. Michael until repairs were completed. Businesses behind the barricades that blocked off the street from Chipotle to J. Michael also lost profit, including Cosmos Pizza and Grill, Panda West Chinese and Halo Tattoo, located above J. Michael.

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Donation helps revamp College of Human Ecology

The College of Human Ecology was renamed the David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics in July in honor of a $15 million gift from alumni David and Rhonda Falk.

The college, which is divided into eight different campus buildings, will also be relocated to a central location, where the College of Law currently stands once it relocates to Dineen Hall.

In April 2008, the Falks donated $5 million to establish the David B. Falk Center for Sport Management, which endows a faculty position and funds a lecture series. It is now creating a master’s degree in sport venue and event management.

To avoid shutting down its 50th anniversary season four months early, the Syracuse Symphony Orchestra needed to raise $375,000

by Feb. 4 and an additional $445,000 by March 4. A total of $1.75 million had to be raised by Aug. 1 to complete the season.

Legislators voted unanimously to release the SSO’s $200,000 in emergency funds in two installments: $100,000 once it reached the first fundraising goal and $100,000 once it reached the second.

SU’s Oratorio Society, a vocal ensemble composed of SU students and community members, raised thousands of dollars for the orchestra. Liz Varga also helped raise money by creating a Facebook event titled “Crouse helps keep the music playing” and encouraged students and alumni to donate $5.

The Syracuse International Film Festival held a movie screening and donated a portion of its proceeds to the SSO for the March 4 goal.

SU’s Music Educators National Conference launched a can and bottle recycling drive.

But the SSO was unable to reach its March 4 goal, falling $144,913 short of the $820,000 goal.

The SSO performed its last concert April 2, and the orchestra’s Board of Trustees suspended its artistic operations and laid off all its musicians and music staff April 3.

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andrew renneisen | asst. photo editor Students raise money for SSO

Students fundraise for Japan

After an 8.9-magnitude earthquake and consequent tsunami hit Japan, SU reached out to its 58 international students from Japan on campus and students began fundraisers for the country’s relief efforts.

The Japanese Student Association set up collection boxes around campus and sent proceeds to the Consulate General of Japan in New York. JSA raised more than $7,500 toward Japan relief efforts

by March 31.

In addition, students in the School of Architecture organized a paper crane project in hopes of raising $14,000. Each paper crane represented $2 that went toward the relief efforts. By the end of April, $5,000 was raised.

Student organizations around campus supported the project, including the Japan Club, Asian Students in America, the Chinese Student and Scholar Association, the Korean American Student Association, Global China Connection, Taiwan Connection and the Hong Kong Cultural Organization.

Greek and professional organizations and interest clubs also participated in the fundraiser.

Hillel at SU celebrates 60th anniversary

All classes were canceled due to weather conditions for the first time in 18 years on March 7.

The university first announced classes before 12:30 p.m. would be canceled and administrative staff would have a delayed opening at 10 a.m. Then all classes were canceled via email shortly after 9 a.m.

This was the first time the university canceled classes at the start of the day since March 1993. A total of 13.4 inches fell compared to the 42 inches of snow when classes were canceled in 1993.

Last winter season marked the fourth snowiest season for Syracuse, with a total of 173.5 inches as of March 7.

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Sorority closes down at SU

The Lambda chapter of Alpha Chi Omega at SU closed due to the sorority’s failure to change behaviors after being put on probation a year before.

The decision to revoke the chapter was made Jan. 28, the first day of spring recruitment. A Chi O had been part of the campus since 1906.

The chapter was notified a decision would be made the day before it happened, and the six-member National Council voted unanimously to revoke the chapter’s charter.

In spring 2010, the chapter was put on probation for “severe risk management violations.” Headquarters staff visited the chapter and worked to implement a plan for improvement, but violations of probation terms and university policies continued.

All SU members transitioned to alumnae status.

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Hillel at SU celebrated its 60th anniversary on campus with a concert featuring DJ Diplo and openers Rye Rye and The Postelles.

In spring 2010, Hillel requested funding from Student Association for the 60th anniversary concert, but the organization was denied $77,000 because SA does not typically give more than $70,000. Hillel was denied funding for a second time during appeals, and a third time in the fall semester.

After Michael Weiss, former Hillel president, attended a roundtable discussion with Chancellor Nancy Cantor, Thomas Wolfe, the dean of student affairs, and several student leaders on campus, Cantor funded Hillel for the concert with $35,000. Hillel also received $15,000 from Bandersnatch, a subdivision of University Union, and $5,000 from co-curricular funding.

The concert marked the first Hillel and UU collaboration.

Hillel first came to SU in response to the university’s growing Jewish population. For the first 53 years at SU, Hillel was located in the basement of Hendricks Chapel and moved to the Winnick Center for Jewish Life in 2003.

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unfamiliar.”

Lee is one of the growing number of students outside the northeast that have opted to attend SU. The university has ramped up recruiting efforts in places such as California, Florida and Puerto Rico, resulting in larger enrollment from students located in farther away places, said Don Saleh, vice president for enrollment management.

Saleh said the freshman Class of 2015 will have the greatest geographic diversity in SU history.

“For the first time in our history, the percentage of students from the Northeast is below 70 percent,” he said.

Enrollment by freshmen from the Northeast fell to 68.5 percent from 71.6 percent in the previous year, Saleh said. Students from the West represent 7.1 percent of the freshman class, up

Blast from the past

SU has greatly increased the geographic diversity of the school in the past few years. Here are the percentages from the freshman class in 2005: West: 5 percent Central: 5.9 percent Northeast: 79.4 percent South: 5 percent All other areas: 4.7 percent

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from 6.4 percent for the Class of 2014. Students from the South occupy 9.2 percent of space in the freshman class, an increase over last year’s 8.6 percent, Saleh said.

Saleh said he credits the increased enrollment from students outside the Northeast to more rigorous recruitment practices across the nation as well as an “energized” alumni base.

SU has developed a stronger presence along the West Coast and has maintained contact with prospective students through receptions, mailings and electronic means, Saleh said.

More specifically, an admissions task member working out of an LA office has bolstered interest in SU in the region substantially, he said. In addition to LA, Saleh said SU has also established major presences in Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C. Lee said SU’s presence on the West Coast was evident during the admissions process when she tried to sign up for an admissions interview.

“I was placed on the waiting list at first because there were so many interviewees, so I think that whatever Syracuse is doing to build a presence on the West Coast, it’s working,” she said.

The decision to recruit from outside the Northeast with greater urgency was driven partially by the desire to diversify the learning experience at SU, Saleh said.

“Students who come to class with different life experiences, they enhance the type of learning inside the class,” he said.

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“Students who come to class with different life experiences, they enhance the type of learning inside the class.”

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graduation rates have also dipped across the nation. Once those numbers rise in the coming years, more graduates will hail from the Southeast and Southwest due to greater population movement to places such as Texas, California and Florida, he said. Meanwhile, Saleh said he anticipates the population of future 18-year-olds in the northeast and central states to remain stagnant.

Saleh said students from farther away are not given preferential treatment over students from the Northeast during the admissions process to create a more geographically diverse student body.

Instead, greater interest from students outside the Northeast has resulted in a larger applicant pool, he said. The average GPA of admitted students has also not been compromised and has risen slightly, while average SAT scores have neither increased nor decreased, Saleh said.

Though Saleh said he has not yet examined admissions data in the context of SU’s policy on inclusivity, he would not be surprised if greater racial and ethnic diversity has resulted from

increased recruitment outside the Northeast.

“One would guess that, because there are a large minority population in those states, we would see more racial, ethnic diversity coming because of that,” he said.

Once accepted to SU, Sakthi Sankarraman, a sophomore chemical engineering major from northern California, said receptions for admitted students held by SU officials on the West Coast helped ease his decision to attend SU. “It was a pretty welcoming feeling knowing it’s not just you,” he said. “There (was) a bunch of other California kids coming there.”

Though Sankarraman said there are obvious cultural differences between New York and California — such as the word “hella” being mostly exclusive to northern California — his perspective of the United States has broadened.

“I’m getting a new perspective of the entire country in general,” he said.

If enrollment goals are realized, even more students from farther away, like Sankarraman, will attend SU. Based on enrollment numbers from the last couple of years, the university is on track to reach its goal of enrolling one-third of the fall of 2013 freshman class from regions beyond the Northeast, Saleh said.

Said Saleh: “We’re going to always have the Northeast as our foundation, but each year, in the coming years, I think we’re going to see more students from outside the Northeast applying for admission to Syracuse University.” dbtruong@syr.edu

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yracuse University, the largest owner of tax-exempt property in the city of Syracuse, has agreed to help its struggling hometown pay for municipal services with a deal worth $2.5 million over the next five years.

Under the voluntary agreement negotiated by Mayor Stephanie Miner, the university will pay the city $500,000 annually from July 1 through June 30, 2016.

The agreement was one of three negotiated between SU and the city shortly after students left for the summer break. The university also agreed to an extension of a 1994 agreement in which SU gives about $368,000 per year to the city, which is then distributed to East neighborhood groups. The agreement, originally for 20 years, has been extended through June 30, 2016.

The other part of the package is the city’s contract to provide police officers during events at the Carrier Dome. Similar to the controversial contract that expired last year, the new deal calls for the city to pay the first $150,000 per year for officers who provide traffic control. SU then picks up costs after that. The agreement also will last through June 30, 2016.

Kevin Quinn, SU’s senior vice president for public affairs, said the new Carrier Dome services agreement is closer to an extension of the old contract, as the new deal does not feature any major changes. Like the old contract with the city, SU must provide the city with an estimated attendance for every Carrier Dome event, which the city then uses to approximate how many police officers to assign. After the event, the university gives the city the actual attendance.

The Common Council unanimously approved all three agreements June 20.

Though the $500,000 annual payment is not currently earmarked for anything specific, the Common Council’s agenda from June 20 says the money is for “infrastructure improvements.”

Because SU has tax-exempt status as an educational institution, the university is not legally obligated to pay property taxes. Still, SU’s real estate holdings are approximately $630 million, said David Clifford, the city’s assessment commissioner. But if the property were fully taxable, the university would pay about $24 million per year, he said.

About 51 percent, or $3.8 billion, of the city of Syracuse’s total property base of $7.5 billion is tax-exempt property, Clifford said, adding that he thinks the $2.5 million agreement with SU is a good example that other nonprofits will hopefully follow.

Clifford said the heavy presence of tax-exempt nonprofits in the city is both a “blessing and a curse.”

“It’s a blessing in the fact that we have these facilities located here in the city — these educational institutions, these medical facilities,” he said. “They’re obviously big employers; they’re economic engines for the city. But on the other hand, it’s also a burden as far as providing city services to large property owners that don’t really pay any property taxes.”

Eric Spina, the university’s vice chancellor and provost, said the agreement to pay the city $2.5 million over five years can be attributed to SU’s expanding presence beyond campus and into the city.

“Our activities and our footprints were causing the city to incur a level of expense that was really unfair for them to do alone without some support from the university,” Spina said. “Many more faculty and many more students are engaged in projects in the city and this is simply a reflection of what we think is a fair approach.”

Spina said the deal came together easily through a series of conversations with Miner, as the mayor did not make a specific monetary demand.

SU agrees to package of deals with city to offset public costs

illustration by emmett baggett | art director “There was never any time when the mayor said, ‘OK. It’s time to roll up our sleeves, and I want X dollars from you because you’re now demanding more services,’” Spina said.

The mayor’s office could not be reached to comment.

The new $2.5 million services agreement will also help offset some of the costs the city incurs by providing traffic control at Carrier Dome events, said Common Councilor Ryan McMahon.

The city will still pay $150,000 a year for police services at the events, but the $500,000 annual payment from SU will leave the city with $350,000 to help balance the cost of public safety and aid in the upkeep of roads and other infrastructure expenses, said McMahon, who calls the expired Carrier Dome agreement a “joke.”

“We saved the city a lot of money, and we got a fair deal with the university now, and we’re going to use that as a blueprint to go to other nonprofits to set up these service agreements,” said McMahon, chairman of the Common Council’s Finance, Taxation and Assessment Committee. jdharr04@syr.edu

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Majors, minors introduced for the 2011-12 academic year

By Breanne Van Nostrand Asst. Copy Editor

New majors and minors approved by the University Senate during the past year will be available for the 2011-12 academic year.

Beginning this fall, students can pursue an education major that dually certifies them in health and physical education in New York, said Sandra Bargainnier, coordinator of the physical education program.

SU is now one of three colleges in New York that offer the degree for dual certification in the state, Bargainnier said. Canisius College and Adelphi University also offer similar degrees, according to their respective websites. No State University of New York schools offer dual certification in health and physical education, Bargainnier said.

“The major gives K-12 certification in both health education and physical education,” she said. “It’s tough to get dually certified in New York.”

The health and physical education major is “rigorous,” with 16 credits of lab science required, but it is a good degree to obtain in a competitive job market, Bargannier said.

A new minor in disability studies is available through the School of Education starting this fall. The 18-credit minor “applies social, cultural, historical, legal, philosophical and humanities perspectives to understanding disability in society,” according to the disability studies website.

The newly named David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics will offer a sport hospitality and event management minor this fall, said Carol Roy, the internship placement

“It is not always easy for students to discover different majors and minors because it is difficult to display them all in one place.”

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coordinator at Falk.

The minor is open to students who have a 3.25 GPA and have completed 30 credits at SU, Roy said. The minor brings a focus to event planning that people do not often think of when attending events, she said. Some classes for the minor give hands-on experience in event planning, she said.

An information technology, design and startups minor was approved for the School of Information Studies last spring and will be available this fall to all students regardless of major, said Dave Molta, director of the information management and technology program at the iSchool, in an email.

“IDS is a great example of cooperation between schools,” Molta said.

The minor does not require advanced technology classes, but it has a goal of creating student ventures, Molta said. He said students will develop ideas in IDS courses, learn how to turn them into ventures and possibly land a space in the Syracuse Technology Garden,

where they can work on their venture under the direction of the entrepreneur in residence.

The College of Arts and Sciences is now offering an applied mathematics major that enables students to earn a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree, said Mary Lerner, assistant dean for communications and public relations for Arts and Sciences, in an email.

The program requires students to develop a background in science, economics or engineering, Lerner said.

A new integrated learning major, energy and its impacts, has also been introduced by Arts and Sciences this year, Lerner said. An integrated learning major is a program in which a student fulfills the requirements of an independent major along with the requirements of the integrated learning major, she said.

Medical anthropology, a new minor in Arts and Sciences, is designed to introduce undergraduate students to the field and prepare them for applied work or research in global health,

Lerner said. The minor is appropriate for students pursuing degrees in the health sciences, international relations or other social sciences, she said.

Proposals for new majors and minors are processed by the Senate Committee on Curricula each month, said Barbara Kwasnik, chair of the committee, in an email. They are then presented for approval at a monthly USen meeting, Kwasnik said.

“It is not always easy for students to discover different majors and minors because it is difficult to display them all in one place,” she said.

Kwasnik said it is important that students utilize planning and advising so they do not miss any requirements to fill.

She said: “Plan ahead, get advising, but stretch out and use your own initiative to take advantage of an incredible array of courses and programs.” brvannos@syr.edu

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brandon weight | photo editor Sunlight streams through the large glass windows of the Martin J. Whitman School of Management.

The vast Flaum Grand Hall offers a comfortable setting, perfect for study sessions or socializing.

Cream S of the crop

By Colleen Bidwill and Danielle Odiamar THE DAILY ORANGE

ick of the hungry hoards that pack Ernie Davis dining hall? Want to unwind after a long night of squeezing your way through a swarm of students in search for a decent party? Or maybe you’re in desperate need of a quick power nap. Fear not: We’ve done the grunt work for you. Here are some of the “hidden gems” on campus.

Pulp presents seven lesser-known sweet spots on the Hill

SWEET HANG OUT The Martin J. Whitman School of Management You’ve got some free time in between classes and you’re looking for a place to relax and get some work done. Instead of trekking back to your dorm, take a quick walk to the corner of University Avenue and Marshall Street and enter the

Martin J. Whitman School of Management. Colin Powers, a senior marketing and international relations major, said Whitman is SU’s hidden treasure, offering a comfortable environment that makes it the perfect place to study and pass the time.

“It’s definitely the most versatile of all buildings on campus,” Powers said. “There are team rooms for more serious group work, the atrium for more casual stuff and always so many empty classrooms to work in.”

SWEET NAP SPOT Moon Library Craving some sleep? Stroll over to the secluded campus of SU’s neighbor: the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry. Inside Moon Library, the individual study areas behind the shelves of periodicals are ideal sleeping spots, said Sam Kogon, a junior environmental policy and law major. But he said the most popular location is the basement lounges.

“In fact, so many people sleep there that the janitorial

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Pulse Performing Arts Series, presented by the Division of Student Affairs, seeks to raise the caliber of cultural programming while increasing the number of participating students. It programs the best offerings of local arts organizations with performances of internationally renowned visiting artists. Admission to Pulse Performing Arts Series events is either free or at a greatly reduced cost. Tickets are available at the Schine Student Box Office – 315-443-4517. For more information on Pulse Performing Arts Series, please call 315-443-2718.

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Get involved

SU recognizes more than 300 on-campus organizations including, but not limited to: governance organizations; social and service fraternities and sororities; preprofessional associations; artistic, cultural, religious, and service organizations; and student media groups. Join as many as you can—the more you get involved, the more you’ll learn about where your passions lie.

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Sign up for OrangeLink, SU’s official career and internship listings website. Current students can log onto MySlice and access OrangeLink under the “Career Services” button. There, you can submit your resume, apply for jobs and receive notifications from companies about recruitment events and interviews.

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SWEET RETREAT Saturday night yoga

There comes a point when a student’s liver needs a break from the parties on campus. Grab a group of friends and head to Archbold Gymnasium for Saturday night yoga at 10 p.m. No experience is required and it helps relieve stress, said Alexandra Curtis, a sophomore broadcast journalism and political science major.

“It was nice to step away from the stress of school and step into the relaxation that yoga provides,” Curtis said.

She said she plans to invest in a yoga mat and go more often this school year.

“Freshmen need to know that it’s a fantastic way to get out and spend time with friends, relax and try something new.”

SWEET CAMPUS CAFE The Warehouse A 10-minute ride on the Connective Corridor shuttle takes you right to this contemporary

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and innovative workspace for design students.

On the base level sits The Warehouse Café. It features a bright and modern environment, perfect for a nice meal, said Bryant Osei, a senior networking and security major.

“The quality of the meals is really good, specifically the Angus burger. Sometimes I would even order two angus burgers in one sitting,” said Osei, who likes that he can use a meal plan to purchase a cooked-to-order meal and other snacks.

“I eventually learned to take advantage of it by using multiple meal swipes to stock up on food for my room,” he said.

SWEET DINING HALL Brockway Dining Center Main dining halls like Ernie Davis Dining Center and Shaw Dining Center can feel stuffy and crowded. Abdou Diakite, a sophomore English major, said Brockway Dining Center offers a more welcoming environment and consistent quality food. Brockway is tucked below its towering neighbors Brewster Hall and Boland Hall, completing the trio better known as “B/B/B.” “You feel like you can hang out there because there’s never a big line or crowd and the staff tries to make everyone as happy as possible,” Diakite said.

SWEET MUSIC VENUE Funk ‘n Waffles The name of this gem explains what it is known for: its live music, open mics and piping hot waffles. Tucked away in Marshall Street, Funk ‘n Waffles has a relaxed atmosphere, said Samuel Taylor, a senior broadcast journalism major. Taylor, who plays

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“For freshman musicians looking to hook up with other players and get a real band going, I would suggest going to open mic nights on Wednesdays to scope out talent or to just relax and hear some good music,” he said.

Live band shows perform on average of three days a week, usually Thursdays through Saturdays, and cost $5 to $7, said Adam Gold, co-owner of Funk ‘n Waffles.

Funk ‘n Waffles has something for all students, Taylor said.

“It gives them something fun to do with a group of friends if they want to dance and hear live music.”

SWEET WEEKEND GETAWAY Tennity Ice Skating Pavilion Whether you can execute a flawless triple-axeltriple-toe-loop combination or glide clumsily while hanging onto the sidewall, tap into your inner child on one of two rinks at the Pavilion while music blasts through the building. The rink is open Fridays from 11 a.m. to midnight and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to midnight.?

Kaity Wong, a junior marketing major, said the ice skating rink is a good recreational option for students.

“I think it is a place freshmen should go,” she said. “It’s not that far from campus, and it’s something fun to do if you have nothing to do on the weekends.” cbidwill@syr.edu dmodiama@syr.edu

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he numbers are big: $37,667 is the estimated cost of tuition and fees for this academic year at Syracuse University, according to SU’s Office of Financial Aid. On top of that, college students will drop an estimated $808.71 on apparel, electronics, dorm furnishings and food, according to a National Retail Federation survey by consumer intelligence firm BIGresearch. Don’t let them scare you — these three loopholes on campus will help you cut costs and keep that cash stashed safely in your pocket.

1. Hitch a ride For students without cars, paying for bus or train fares to head home for the weekend can be pricey, said Greg Boilard, a sophomore communication and rhetorical studies major. As Student Association’s co-chair of the Student Life Committee, Boilard headed the launching of RideShare at the end of last semester.

After logging into SyracuseRideShare.syr. edu, students at SU and the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry are matched up according to their point of destination, Boilard said.

“It’s a easy way to save money,” he said.

“And it’s an outlet for students to go to instead of searching around and asking people about rides.”

Students can also check out the Share the Fare bulletin board in the atrium of Schine Student Center, said Bonnie Kong, a senior public policy and economics major and SA’s Academic Affairs Committee chair. She added that SA will continue to provide a free shuttle service before the Fall and Winter breaks. The shuttles arrive at Schine on the hour and take students

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Mounted atop the slew of concerns in adjusting to campus life, starting classes and selecting a major is staying within a spending limit, said Katie Weisenburger, a freshman undecided major in the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications.

“I have to be really careful about how much I spend because I’m on a budget,” said Weisenburger, who just got her first debit card a few weeks ago.

Here are three tips from SU students, faculty and staff on what you can do to keep that hole in your wallet from burning deeper.

Be a smart swiper

Jennifer Littman, a senior in the Bandier Program for Music and the Entertainment

to the Syracuse Hancock International Airport and the Regional Transportation Center.

2. Haggle away In February 2011’s Start-up Weekend Los Angeles, a 60-second bout of inspiration gave birth to Zaarly U, an online community marketplace, said Adam Hofmann, director of marketing and community development. After registering, users can request items they need from people in their communities and barter on prices.

“If somebody sets a price for a book that’s too low for what you’re willing to give,” he said, “you can counteroffer and say, ‘I have the book, but five bucks is too low. I can give it to you for 15.’”

Zaarly U will launch campus representative programs in 20 universities and colleges early September, Hofmann said. The teams of students will act as the eyes and ears of Zaarly U, directing sales, marketing and coordinating events.

“The next logical step was to take it to universities because they’re such tight knit communities,” he said. “And Zaarly U is a unique way to connect with other students and also make some extra cash.”

The East Coast team plans to create an SU team with the help of Elizabeth Ruscitto, a graduate student at the School of Information Studies. As a mentor for the Syracuse Student Sandbox, Ruscitto presents talks on entrepreneurship, and during her rounds to classes this fall, she will mention Zaarly U and recruit interested students, she said.

Zaarly U is ideal for financially savvy students, Ruscitto said. Not only can students post requests for textbooks and class notes, but

Industries, always gets receipts after pulling money from ATMs. However, it can be tricky to keep track of every swipe, she said. At a recent trip to Wegmans, she realized she had spent $18 on a wheel of brie, setting her back two days of allotted money for food.

“I was too embarrassed to get out of line so I paid for it,” she said. “But I thought, ‘I can’t eat for the next two days.’”

Danielle Emig, a senior magazine journalism major, checks her online bank accounts every day. She has two credit cards: one for travel and one for school supplies. Even if she needs cash right away, she avoids the ATMs in the residence halls to avoid high charge fees.

“They charge way too much,” she said.

“So I always get cash back when I go to the grocery store.”

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September, Del“Say it’s your friend’s birthday and you can’t linger stopped by the office’s fair get to Wegmans,” she said. “If someone has a and landed a job as a cashier in the University kitchen on campus, you can ask that person to Bookstore. bake cupcakes for you. That’s pretty cool.”

“It helps lighten the burden on my parents so I don’t have to call them as much for money,” As her pocket money for food and groceries Dellinger said. dwindled, Julie Dellinger, a junior public relaStudents can also look for both work-study tions and information management and techand nonwork-study jobs on SUjobopps.com, nology major, decided to apply for work-study where there are currently 87 job postings, using a form of federal aid based on financial Donabella said. Both on-campus departments need. and off-campus employers — including WestAfter filing a FAFSA form through the Office cott Community Center, SUNY Upstate and of Financial Aid, eligible students are awarded Wegmans — post on the site. Last year, SES a set amount of money that they can earn at employed 6,500 students on campus, Donabella a job through Student Employment Services, said.

Manager Camille Donabella said.

“We have a priority to support our students On Aug. 29, SES will host an event from 11 in every way possible,” she said. “And one way a.m. to 1 p.m. in Schine 304 A, B and C. Students we do that is by hiring them so they can earn a can fill out I9s, employment eligibility forms paycheck.” kkim40@syr.edu and meet with potential employers, including the Carrier Dome and Syracuse Stage.

3. Work it

Seek out freebies

If you have a car on campus, David Holcomb, a junior broadcast journalism major, recommends the Ostrom Lot for free parking. Last year, Holcomb lived on South Campus and paid for a parking permit.

Whenever he brought his car to Main Campus, he would park at Ostrom and walk to Ernie Davis Dining Center to eat.

“It’s right across the street, but it seemed like a lot of people didn’t know about it,” he said. “My friends and I would always park there instead of taking the bus from South.”

For students living in off-campus apartments, Shakira Smith, a junior information studies major, suggests browsing Hip2save. com to nab coupons for school supplies and groceries. Some of the coupons are

giveaways and samples, she said.

“The most recent freebie I got was a pack of Tide stain release booster packs, which can be pricey.”

Consult outside source

SU students can seek personal financial advising through “I Otto Know This,” a program launched in Spring 2010, said Kaye DeVesty, director of financial aid. Students can make appointments with financial counselors to learn about their loans and get tips on budgeting and managing money.

For students who prefer tracking their spending on their own, Mitch Franklin, assistant professor at the Martin J. Whitman School of Management, recommends three online money management sites: smartaboutmoney.org, budgetworksheets. org and betterbudgeting.com.

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Downtown destinations Off-campus locales cater to eclectic tastes

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ou’ve scoured Syracuse University’s campus, discovering all the hidden gems the school has to offer. What’s next? Maybe you’re a record-collecting maven looking to score some rare vinyl, or you’re a self-proclaimed foodie in the search of good restaurants. Whether you’re looking for the next statement piece to add to your closet or love jumping into a mosh pit at live shows, your new favorite place might be just a few blocks off campus. ervanrhe@syr.edu

For the fashionista

If you’re into the old-school feel of vintage clothing or just trying to get on board with latest fashion trends, Armory Square’s Modern Pop Culture is a boutique worth checking out.

“I carry styles that are in style as well as some classic items,” said owner Nathan Schafer. “There’s something for everyone as well as for all occasions.”

Schafer also takes pride in maintaining an atmosphere meant to be more like “hanging out with shopping on the side.”

The unique selection available at Modern Pop Culture will keep fashionconscious SU students happy, and the prices will keep their purses from feeling too light, Schafer said.

“Prices are very affordable,” Schafer said, “People tell me that it’s cheaper to shop here than at other vintage stores they’ve been to.”

Located in the heart of Armory Square, The Sound Garden may not have an impressive exterior, but it offers a unique music buying experience, said sophomore biology major Mikala Stubley.

“It’s just a brick façade covered with upcoming album posters,” Stubley said.

“But when you’re inside, you encounter aisles and aisles of fresh music and movies.”

Since 1997, the independent record store has packed its shelves with an eclectic variety of albums for all listeners.

“You can find CDs from that band you were into in 8th grade but could never find outside of iTunes,” Stubley said, “Or that obscure side project by your favorite band you were looking for.”

Bands and artists touring through the Syracuse area also frequent the indie-vibed warehouse, stopping by to snap pictures and sign autographs for fans. It’s a feature that seals the deal for Stubley.

“What more could you ask for in a record store?”

For the coffee house lounger

Boasting a health-conscious vegan menu, Strong Hearts Café on East Genesee Street brings something new to the table.

“Strong Hearts is a great place to eat if you’re looking to go somewhere slightly off the beaten path,” said Maya Kosoff, a sophomore magazine journalism major. “It’s not exactly college cuisine, but it’s close enough to campus and affordable.”

The café’s specialty is its 20 varieties of milkshakes, named after various musicians and other inspirational figures by the Strong Hearts crew. Kosoff said the menu offers something for everyone.

“I’m not vegan myself,” Kosoff said, “But I swear by their fake BLT and Carl Sagan milkshakes.”

CALENDAR OF EVENTS Want to immerse yourself in ‘Cuse culture? Check out these events to find out what makes this city tick.

Festa Italiana! Syracuse

Friday, Sept. 16 to Sunday, Sept. 18 Downtown Syracuse Free Taking place in front of City Hall, the Italian cultural festival will include bocce competitions, chef demonstrations, multiple live-event stages and over 25 local food vendors.

Westcott Cultural Fair

Sunday, Sept. 18, noon to 6:30 p.m.

Westcott Street Free Syracuse’s Westcott neighborhood will celebrate 20 years of cultural diversity with a daylong celebration, including a parade, visual and performing arts, food and activities geared toward students returning to the neighborhood.

Badlands Music Festival

Saturday. Sept. 24 to Sunday, Sept. 25 1007 E. Fayette St. $3 per day, $5 for both days Badlands Music Festival will showcase 15 local punk and hardcore bands spanning two days of concerts. It will include a “Yardcore Hardsale” on Sunday for fans to buy, sell and trade old albums and shirts.

For the foodie

Students don’t have to travel far for a taste of south-of-the-border cuisine.

Westcott’s intimate Alto Cinco offers a modern spin on classic Mexican dishes, including burritos and enchiladas.

“Everything is always fresh, and the food never disappoints,” said Alex Falck, a sophomore in the College of Arts and Sciences.

“It can get a little cramped at times, but it’s worth it.”

Falck said Alto Cinco flaunts a perk for SU students: delivery to campus.

“If you don’t want to deal with all of the hustle and bustle, you can just get food delivered to your dorm,” he said. “This place is definitely worth checking out.”

12th Annual Jewish Music & Cultural Festival For the concert-goer

Situated on Thompson Road, alternative music venue Lost Horizon attracts 16- to 24-year-old music-lovers, said Syracuse Shows booker Matt Dunn.

He said they aim to find bands that people truly want to listen to.

“We started as kids, we work for the kids, we listen to the kids, and we entertain the kids,” Dunn said. “From us, to you. Together, we succeed. “ Dunn said this fall’s slate of shows lineup includes bands New Found Glory and The Acacia Strain.

Sunday, September 25 Jewish Community Center of Syracuse (5655 Thompson Road) Free This year’s Jewish Music and Cultural Festival will include live performances by internationally recognized artists in celebration of the upcoming Jewish New Year. It will also showcase local foods and arts vendors.

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Myriad routes transport those craving to explore off-campus attractions

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et’s face it: you’re not thinking about classes quite yet. You want to explore Syracuse and scope out the local hot spots. Chances are buses will be your main mode of transportation. Bus services operating on and around Syracuse University’s campus can take you anywhere from South Campus to Carousel Mall. Deciphering the bus lines can be daunting for first-time riders, so here’s a breakdown of some routes Centro offers.

On-campus routes Centro, a Central New York Regional Transportation Authority company, operates all SU lines. One connects SU’s North and South campuses. These regular transit routes operate in “free-fare” zones, allowing students to board for free with a valid SU ID. SU shuttles traveling on campus leave from College Place.

#144 Winding Ridge

operates Monday through Friday, but not on weekends.

#244 Slocum Heights The second route traveling to South Campus on weekdays.

#344 South Campus

#340 Drumlins

The in-between routes

Travels from College Place to Drumlins, where golf and tennis facilities are available to students.

An urban revitalization project started in March 2005, the Syracuse Connective Corridor offers the best of both worlds. Leaving from College Place, its shuttles travel within the “freefare” zone and transports students to downtown Syracuse.

Off-campus routes

This route replaces the shuttles traveling to Winding Ridge and Slocum Heights on weekends and daily after 9 p.m. It departs in 20-minute intervals instead of every 10 minutes.

Students looking to shop or catch the train home for the weekend can take these off-campus bus lines. Keep in mind that these buses leave from University Place in front of Bird Library. Students must pay $2.00 fare.

#44 Manley

#50 Carousel Mall

This route takes students to Manley Field House for sports practices and games and to the Comstock Art Facility, which houses offices and studios for all departments within the School of Art and Design.

It is a simple way to go shopping. It also stops at the Regional Transportation Center, where trains and buses depart daily to in-state and interstate locations.

#143 Quad Shuttle

It is a convenient line for shoppers headed to Shoppingtown Mall. The bus also stops at Fayette and Salina streets downtown.

The route connects Irving Avenue Garage (Brockway, Brewster, Boland and Sadler dorms) to College Place and Ostrom Avenue.

#30 Westcott

#443 The Warehouse and Armory Square This route offers express service from College Place to Armory Square and The Warehouse in downtown Syracuse, operating from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 11 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. every day. This route offers quick transportation to off-campus venues, such as Syracuse Stage, the Landmark Theatre and the Museum of Science and Technology.

Other stops include Archbold Gym, the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry, Archbold Theatre and the Syracuse Center of Excellence. kvdolins@syr.edu

One of the two routes to South Campus. It

SAFE TRAVEL MODES

Heading home from a late night at the gym, a midnight study session at the library or a party that ran into the morning hours? Oncampus shuttle escorts take late-night travelers home safely.

Shuttle 44

It runs from 11:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, and from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. on Wednesday through Saturday. Shuttle 44 is a free service available to SU students, but it does not operate

to the areas covered by Centro buses, such as Manley Field House, South Campus, University Village or Park Point Apartments. To have a shuttle dispatched to your location, call DPS at 443-SAFE (7233).

Shuttle-U-Home

It provides free transportation from campus for students living off-campus. It runs daily from 8:15 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. To use the shuttle, you must sign up in the Students for Community Safety office at 019 Watson Hall. This program works on a first-come, first-serve basis and students cannot

reserve a spot on the shuttle. The route depends on the number of passengers (up to ten) and their destinations, as the shuttle does not operate on a fixed route.

This escort service also does not operate to areas covered by Centro buses.

Late Night Orange Express

It is a shuttle service operated by Caz Limo on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights from 3:30 a.m. to 5 a.m. It operates two routes: to South Campus (covers Flint and Day halls, Manley Field House and South Campus) and to Sadler Hall, Lawrinson Hall

and the Brewster/Boland/Brockway Complex. The service is free and runs from the College Place bus stop.

For information on transportation Parking and Transit Services parking.syr.edu Centro centro.org Connective Corridor connectivecorridor.syr.edu

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Attention freshmen: Time to let loose, take risks

ast week, I asked an older associate at my summer job what advice he would give to incoming college freshmen.

My colleague, a thirtysomething married man with a house, a dog and all the trappings of a responsible adult, answered without hesitation: “Five years later, you stop caring about all your ugly hookups at two in the morning. So go nuts,” he said. “Eventually, they all turn into great stories.”

Now, I don’t want you or your parents hovering nearby to get the wrong idea. I do not condone or encourage dumb, risqué behavior for the sake of a funny story. So you can tell Mom and Dad to stop worrying and to let you read in peace.

I’ll wait. …

Are they gone?

Good. I wholeheartedly agree with my colleague. Well, maybe not the part about getting with as many uggos as possible, but the general sentiment: Don’t hold back from doing crazy things because you’re afraid you’ll regret it later. Chances are you won’t.

You see, no freshman year is complete without at least 20 ridiculous stories that involve terrible decision-making and their comically bizarre consequences. If you fall

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f*** it, we’ll do it live short of that mark, you’re just not trying hard enough. Or you’re an architecture major. Same difference.

Listen, you’re about to enter a world of freedom with hardly any consequences. As long as you exercise the minimum amount of common sense necessary to avoid real danger, you’re golden.

Take it from me. After three years, six semesters and countless adventures at Syracuse University, my only regrets are the crazy things I haven’t done.

For instance, I’ve never gotten a tattoo, played strip poker with the pep band’s percussion section or frolicked through campus buck naked while singing the Oscar Meyer Weiner song and blowing kisses at strangers. And now I’ve only got one more year to accomplish both, plus get that degree thing my parents keep bothering me about. (Can you buy one of

those at Wegmans?)

On the other hand, when I look back at my numerous college accomplishments, I have no regrets whatsoever. The list is glorious: dominating the pong table with a professor as my partner, stealing a piece of clothing from every member of the basketball team and enduring a beat-down by Otto the Orange in front of all my friends. (Oh, and I did frolic through campus buck naked. But I was singing “Thriller,” not the Oscar Meyer Weiner song.)

So, I challenge you, SU Class of 2015.

Break through the shackles of high school adolescence and embrace the utter lunacy and childishness that comes with being a college “adult.” As long as your shenanigans don’t land you in prison for more than a night, you won’t regret a thing.

May you have a happy and productive freshman year. I hope to frolic with you sometime at a Syracuse city precinct holding cell.

Just don’t be singing “Thriller.” That’s my bit.

Danny Fersh is a senior broadcast journalism major and his column appears every Wednesday.

He would like to thank his sister Rachel for helping him make this piece as tasteful as possible. Also, if you see Otto the Orange, tell him Danny graduated already. He can be reached at dafersh@ syr. edu. Follow Danny on Twitter at @ fershprince.

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Events

MARK YOUR CALENDAR Home to the Dome

Aug. 25, Carrier Dome, 9:45-11 p.m.

This year’s Home to the Dome is hosted by SU football legend Floyd Little and designed to introduce new students to SU athletics and the “Loud House.” It’s also the only time to be a part of the Class of 2015 official photo.

The Great New York State Fair

Aug. 25 through Sept. 5, New York State Fairgrounds

One of the largest state fairs in the United States, this annual farmers’ exposition is a 12-day showcase of entertainment featuring rides, games and concerts.

Feel the Pulse

Aug. 27, Downtown Syracuse

Students visit Armory Square, the heart of downtown Syracuse and check out venues along the Connective Corridor. Free buses will depart from Schine and Goldstein student centers.

SU Football vs. Wake Forest Sept. 1, Carrier Dome, 8 p.m.

Labor Day weekend will kick off with an SU football game at home in the Dome. It’s the first time since 1989 the Orange will play a home game on a Thursday night.

Service of Remembrance and Hope Sept. 11, Hendricks Chapel, 2 p.m.

This interfaith service will commemorate the anniversary of Sept. 11.

Juice Jam

Sept. 11, Skytop Field, doors open at 3:30 p.m., music at 4 p.m.

Buses will bring students from main campus to Skytop Field for the eighth annual Juice Jam, which will feature Grammy-nominated rapper B.o.B., Swedish electronic artist Avicii and an unannounced opening act.

University Lecture Series

Sept. 27, Hendricks Chapel, 7:30 p.m.

This yearly series kicks off with a lecture titled “Making the Invisible Visible” by Maria Hinojosa, host and managing editor of NPR’s Latino USA, senior correspondent for “Now” on PBS and host of “Maria Hinojosa: Oneon-One.”

Career Fair

Oct. 5, Carrier Dome, 1-5 p.m.

The largest career fair offered at SU gives students the chance to meet employers from all types of industries, businesses and government agencies

Parents Weekend

Oct. 21, Syracuse University

Parents Weekend serves as the official welcome and informational session for parents.

A number of activities around campus are planned to introduce parents to the university.

Orange Central

Nov. 10-13, Syracuse University

Orange Central, or Homecoming, is an annual celebration of class reunions, special group reunions and homecoming all rolled into one exciting weekend.

Men’s basketball vs. Fordham Nov. 12, Carrier Dome, 7 p.m.

Join thousands of fans in the first men’s basketball game of the 2011-12 season.

Fall Break Nov. 20-27

For the first time in SU history, the university administration has instated a weeklong Fall Break that includes Thanksgiving.

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Events

MARK YOUR CALENDAR Home to the Dome

Aug. 25, Carrier Dome, 9:45-11 p.m.

This year’s Home to the Dome is hosted by SU football legend Floyd Little and designed to introduce new students to SU athletics and the “Loud House.” It’s also the only time to be a part of the Class of 2015 official photo.

The Great New York State Fair

Aug. 25 through Sept. 5, New York State Fairgrounds

One of the largest state fairs in the United States, this annual farmers’ exposition is a 12-day showcase of entertainment featuring rides, games and concerts.

Feel the Pulse

Aug. 27, Downtown Syracuse

Students visit Armory Square, the heart of downtown Syracuse and check out venues along the Connective Corridor. Free buses will depart from Schine and Goldstein student centers.

SU Football vs. Wake Forest Sept. 1, Carrier Dome, 8 p.m.

Labor Day weekend will kick off with an SU football game at home in the Dome. It’s the first time since 1989 the Orange will play a home game on a Thursday night.

Service of Remembrance and Hope Sept. 11, Hendricks Chapel, 2 p.m.

This interfaith service will commemorate the anniversary of Sept. 11.

Juice Jam

Sept. 11, Skytop Field, doors open at 3:30 p.m., music at 4 p.m.

Buses will bring students from main campus to Skytop Field for the eighth annual Juice Jam, which will feature Grammy-nominated rapper B.o.B., Swedish electronic artist Avicii and an unannounced opening act.

University Lecture Series

Sept. 27, Hendricks Chapel, 7:30 p.m.

This yearly series kicks off with a lecture titled “Making the Invisible Visible” by Maria Hinojosa, host and managing editor of NPR’s Latino USA, senior correspondent for “Now” on PBS and host of “Maria Hinojosa: Oneon-One.”

Career Fair

Oct. 5, Carrier Dome, 1-5 p.m.

The largest career fair offered at SU gives students the chance to meet employers from all types of industries, businesses and government agencies

Parents Weekend

Oct. 21, Syracuse University

Parents Weekend serves as the official welcome and informational session for parents.

A number of activities around campus are planned to introduce parents to the university.

Orange Central

Nov. 10-13, Syracuse University

Orange Central, or Homecoming, is an annual celebration of class reunions, special group reunions and homecoming all rolled into one exciting weekend.

Men’s basketball vs. Fordham Nov. 12, Carrier Dome, 7 p.m.

Join thousands of fans in the first men’s basketball game of the 2011-12 season.

Fall Break Nov. 20-27

For the first time in SU history, the university administration has instated a weeklong Fall Break that includes Thanksgiving.

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Then and now

Get ready for the 2011-12 seasons by looking back at last year’s brightest moments and what lies ahead Get out to a game

What you missed

2010-11

Football | Dec. 30, 2010

Men’s basketball | March 20, 2011

Men’s laccrosse | May 22, 2011

Syracuse defeats Kansas State 36-34 in the Pinstripe Bowl to capture its first bowl title since 2001. Delone Carter takes home MVP honors.

SU falls to Marquette 66-62 in the second round of the NCAA Tournament, ending the season for the Orange (27-8).

Unseeded Maryland upsets Syracuse in the quarterfinals of the NCAA tournament. It was the last career game for the winningest senior class in school history.

Softball | May 20, 2011

Men’s basketball | June 1, 2011

Football | July 29, 2011

The Syracuse softball team wins its firstever NCAA tournament game by defeating Louisiana State. The Orange went 1-2 in its second-consecutive tournament appearance.

Syracuse center Fab Melo is arraigned in Syracuse City Court on a misdemeanor charge of fourth degree criminal mischief.

Wide receiver Marcus Sales is arrested and faces felony drug charges when drugs and drug paraphernalia were found in his car after the vehicle ran a red light.

Men’s soccer | Oct. 6, 2011

Men’s lacrosse | Aug. 7, 2011

Volleyball | Sept. 24, 2010

The Syracuse men’s soccer team upsets No. 24 Colgate 3-2 in overtime on a game-winning free kick goal by midfielder Mark Brode. It was the Orange’s only home win of the season last year, and its first at the SU Soccer Stadium under new head coach Ian McIntyre.

Logan Tousaw, a sophomore defender on the SU men’s lacrosse team, and Eric DeJohn, an incoming freshman to the lacrosse program, are arrested along with another 18-year-old for vandalism in Lake Placid, N.Y.

The Syracuse volleyball team defeated Georgetown 3-1 on the road to extend its record to 17-0, the best start in program history.

2011-12

Volleyball Who: Sacred Heart Where: Women’s Building When: Aug. 26

Field Hockey Who: Monmouth Where: J.S. Coyne Stadium When: Aug. 27

Football

Men’s Soccer

Football | Sept. 1, 2011

Football | Sept. 17, 2011

Men’s basketball | Nov. 12, 2011

Syracuse football opens its season under the lights on Thursday night against Atlantic Coast Conference opponent Wake Forest. The Orange looks to build off last season’s Pinstripe Bowl victory.

Doug Marrone and the Syracuse football team head to Los Angeles to take on Southern California in an early-season marquee matchup. SU hasn’t won a game on the West Coast since 1967.

Jim Boeheim begins his 35th season as Syracuse men’s basketball head coach when the Orange hosts Fordham in the Carrier Dome.

The game will mark the debut of three freshmen: Rakeem Christmas, Michael CarterWilliams and Trevor Cooney.

Football | Oct. 21, 2011

Men’s basketball | Feb. 25, 2011

Field hockey | August 27, 2011

Friday night lights! West Virginia comes to Syracuse for a Friday night football game that will be played on ESPN or ESPN2. The Orange and the Mountaineers battle for the Ben Schwartzwalder trophy, which SU won last year for the first time since 2001.

Syracuse participates in ESPN’s College GameDay production when it travels to Storrs, Conn., to face Connecticut. The last time the Orange was on College GameDay was Feb. 27, 2010, when SU hosted Villanova.

The Syracuse field hockey team opens its season at home against Monmouth at J.S. Coyne Stadium. The Orange has not lost a regular season Big East game since 2008.

Men’s soccer | Oct. 8, 2011

Women’s basketball | December 2011

Men’s lacrosse | February 2011

Quentin Hillsman and the Syracuse women’s basketball team will have some nice trips out of Syracuse in December, as the Orange is scheduled to play tournaments in Hawaii and Las Vegas.

You won’t have much time to settle into your dorm before Syracuse’s sports teams start playing. The Orange volleyball and field hockey teams both open their seasons at home this weekend. Here’s a look at the home openers for Syracuse’s fall sports, as well as the first men’s basketball game:

Who: Wake Forest Where: Carrier Dome When: Sept. 1

What’s next

Second-year head coach Ian McIntyre and the Syracuse men’s soccer team will face a stiff test when they travel to Louisville. The Cardinals were the national runner-up last season.

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Syracuse lacrosse will open its season with a very different team to the one that lost in the NCAA quarterfinals last year. The Orange lost nine critical seniors who were a part of two national championship teams.

Who: Canisius Where: SU Soccer Stadium When: Sept. 1

Women’s Soccer Who: Providence Where: SU Soccer Stadium When: Sept. 18

Ice Hockey Who: Clarkson Where: Tennity Ice Pavilion When: Oct. 14

Men’s Basketball Who: Fordham Where: Carrier Dome When: Nov. 12

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Five observations on coaching and players after SU football’s Ernie Davis scrimmage Saturday at the Carrier Dome

By Michael Cohen

passes.

On Saturday, the Orange conducted its Ernie Davis scrimmage inside the Carrier Dome. The day began with special teams work, followed by a controlled offense versus defense game.

Just about everyone on Syracuse’s roster saw at least a few plays, though some of the bigger names received significantly less playing time. Antwon Bailey took part in the first series of the game and never touched the football. Chandler Jones, Mikhail Marinovich and Marquis Spruill got about 15 snaps each.

One key player not participating in the scrimmage was wide receiver Dorian Graham.

He sat in the first row of the bleachers and communicated with his teammates throughout the game.

No stats, no official score, no players of the game from Saturday’s action. So here are five quick impressions of what I saw out of the Orange:

2. Syracuse might not have as much trouble replacing Rob Long as we thought.

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1. Doug Marrone seems to be following through on his plan to try and create more big plays.

Quarterbacks Ryan Nassib, Charley Loeb and John Kinder all took shots down the field in the passing game. The highlight of the scrimmage came on the first series when Nassib hooked up with junior wide receiver Alec Lemon for a 79-yard touchdown up the middle.

Lemon showed a nice burst of speed to outrun the safeties.

Freshman wide receiver Jeremiah Kobena was also the target on several deep

After struggling mightily through the first few weeks of camp, Shane Raupers and Jonathan Fisher are arguably the two top performers in Saturday’s scrimmage. They both booted a handful of 45-yard punts that had impressive ball flights.

Early on, both punters struggled to kick with the desired spiral and distance. But in facing a rush from the scout team, both performed well. None of the punts were less than 40 yards, and a couple of punts came close to reaching the 50-yard plateau.

3. Deon Goggins is stepping up at the defensive tackle spot.

Right from the beginning, Goggins showed that he came to play. On the second series of the game, he stuffed running back Jerome Smith on back-to-back plays with jarring hits. The 6-foot-1, 272-pound defensive tackle impressed the media with his ball-hawking ability. He broke through the offensive line easily to make contact with Smith.

Goggins, senior Cory Boatman, sophomore Jay Bromley and freshman Eric Crume could make a nice rotation at the interior line positions.

4. Adonis Ameen-Moore can run the ball.

I’ve been anxious to see this guy run the ball. At 5-foot-11, 244-pounds, I wanted to see

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just how physical of a player he was. And I wasn’t disappointed.

On his first few carries he demonstrated an ability to absorb the blow from defenders and push forward. He seemed to constantly fall forward in a Delone Carter-esque manner. He’s just a load to try and bring down.

5. Ritchy Desir seems like a ballhawking player.

Of all the freshmen, I was very impressed with Desir. He picked off a pass — one of four interceptions of the day for the SU defense — and seemed to be around the ball at all times.

He showed the ability to crash down on running plays and wasn’t afraid of contact.

He’s a cornerback for the Orange and with Keon Lyn still out with a dislocated shoulder, it would appear that he made the most of his chance to impress the coaches with his energy. mjcohe02@syr.edu; @DOsports

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Two players arrested for vandalism

By Michael Cohen and Mark Cooper The Daily Orange

One Syracuse men’s lacrosse player and another signee set to begin his freshman year at Syracuse University were arrested on Aug. 7, according to the Lake Placid Police Department Media Report.

Logan Tousaw, a sophomore defender for the Orange, and an 18-year-old male from Clifton Park, N.Y., were arrested in Lake Placid at 5:31 a.m. and charged with third-degree criminal mischief, attempted petit larceny, fifth-degree conspiracy and reckless endangerment of property.

The 18-year-old, whose name was omitted given his youthful offender status, faces additional charges of fifth-degree criminal possession of stolen property and criminal possession of a forged instrument. After his arrest, he was found to be in possession of a forged driver’s license that said he was older than 21.

Eric DeJohn, an incoming freshman to the Syracuse lacrosse program, was arrested at 9:40 a.m. on the same charges as Tousaw.

“We are aware of the situation and will continue to handle the matter internally,” Syracuse head coach John Desko said in a statement released Aug. 10 by SU Athletics.

According to the report, police responded to a complaint of three males breaking into cars in a residential neighborhood. It was determined that the three men damaged multiple vehicles.

They also went inside unlocked vehicles and stole items.

Damage was as varied as broken rearview mirrors to broken windows, dents and scratches. The three men also broke glass in the roadway of the neighborhood.

The investigation is ongoing and more charges are pending, according to the report. It urges residents of the Hillcrest Avenue, Acorn Street and Nash Street areas in Lake Placid to check their vehicles and property for any missing or stolen items and possible damage.

The report states that all three men were arraigned in the Town of North Elba before Judge Dean Dietrich and released after posting a $1,000 cash bail.

Tousaw, who attended Syracuse-area Corcoran High School before coming to SU, redshirted last year for the Orange. The 5-foot-10, 180-pound defenseman was ranked as the No. 58 overall recruit and the No. 16 defenseman by Inside Lacrosse in last season’s freshman class.

He made The Post-Standard’s All-Central New York First Team his senior year of high school.

DeJohn is a member of Syracuse’s incoming freshman class. The Jamesville-DeWitt High School graduate was named All-CNY player of the year in 2010 by The Post-Standard. He attended Trinity-Pawling School in Pawling, N.Y., last season as a postgraduate and signed a National Letter of Intent to play for the Orange last November. The 5-foot-10, 170-pound attack scored 195 goals and 62 assists in three seasons for Jamesville-DeWitt. mjcohe02@syr.edu mcooperj@syr.edu A previous version of this article ran on dailyorange.com on Aug. 9.

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Syracuse reflects on winningest season in program history

By Ryne Gery

Asst. Sports Editor

After her Syracuse team swept Louisville to close out the regular season, head coach Leigh Ross couldn’t help looking past the Big East tournament. Ross was already excited for the NCAA tournament.

Her team had worked the entire season with the national tournament in mind. And with that postseason prize less than two weeks away, Ross reiterated her team’s ultimate goal.

“We want to be top of the Big East, but we want to be a powerhouse in the country,” Ross said May 8. “We want the country to recognize who we are.”

Though Syracuse is not a softball powerhouse yet, the Orange took a step toward that goal with its first-ever NCAA tournament win over Louisiana State on May 20. SU was eliminated from the tournament after two consecutive losses to Texas A&M and LSU the next day, marking a disappointing end to the best season in program history.

Despite failing to achieve its goal to reach the super regionals, SU established a new program standard for success while chasing that goal.

The Orange set a program record with 45 wins,

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Miller and Givens in downtown Boulder, Colo., at 3:30 a.m., according to the article. The victim said one of the men punched him in the face, and the two ran off with his wallet and cellphone.

Police believe Miller threw the punch, according to the article.

“When things happen around you in a negative situation, you have to turn them around into an educational experience for everyone else,” Marrone said. “I informed the team that any questions that they get about those situations or incidents to refer

“Again, we have some orders of business that we have to take care of first.

Obviously, Marcus Sales and Jonny Miller, at this point, are suspended from the football program.”

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them to me, no matter how outside the realm they may be.”

Sales, a senior wide receiver, faces felony drug charges following his arrest July 29. Neither Sales nor Miller were in attendance for the media day event.

Gulley, however, was in attendance. The sophomore running back who suffered multiple stab wounds in the early morning hours of July 29 appeared on the field with his teammates, in uniform. He did not wear pads but did jog around.

Marrone said the team was excited Gulley was healing from his injury and that it would be seven to 10 days before Gulley could participate fully in practice.

“He’ll be on the field with us doing every-

shattering the previous mark of 36 wins in 2006.

Along the way, the team earned its first national ranking in program history and repeated as Big East tournament champions.

After SU won the conference championship and made the NCAA tournament for the first time in 2010, expectations coming into this season were high. Ross and her players wanted to gain national recognition for the program instead of being viewed as a surprise Big East champion from the year before.

Outfielder Lisaira Daniels said the team made great strides since last season when it went 32-26. And she said after beating LSU 3-0 at the College Station Regional, the country should now know about Syracuse softball.

“We’re not just a Cinderella story anymore,” Daniels said in a phone interview following the team’s elimination. “We’re definitely a team to be reckoned with, and we definitely put ourselves on the map with the win yesterday.”

Ross said the program’s transformation from a mediocre side within the Big East to an NCAA tournament qualifier was the result of hard work and dedication. SU put in the extra time at practices and workouts throughout the last four years to reach that next level.

SU ace pitcher Jenna Caira acknowledged

her teammates’ work ethic and support as a big part of her individual success. Caira set multiple program records and led the Big East in every major statistical pitching category en route to a 35-11 season in the circle.

Caira said she was proud of everything the team accomplished. And in addition to turning heads nationally, she hopes the Syracuse community has noticed the program’s success.

“Hopefully, Syracuse, our town and our city, they all know that we have a softball team because we are a good team.” Caira said. She added, “I wouldn’t want to be in any other circle other than Syracuse University.”

Caira, who just completed her junior season, will be among eight returning starters next season. SU only loses two starters. Third baseman Hallie Gibbs and outfielder Rachel Helman both graduated. Jasmine Watson, who batted .253 with nine home runs and 26 runs batted in, returns as well.

Ross said the regional in College Station, Texas, was a valuable learning experience for her team. The head coach said the atmosphere at the Aggie Softball Complex for SU’s matchup with the host, Texas A&M, was intimidating.

The Aggies had a large and loud fan base supporting them all weekend, while Syracuse had

thing with us, but as far as his full availability, it will be within probably seven to 10 days,” Marrone said. “We look forward to his return to the field and him being very productive for us as a player,” Sure enough, Gulley was back on the field for the Orange in preseason camp and had a strong set of practices once he returned, both as a running back and special teams return man.

A 19-year-old Syracuse resident was arraigned Aug. 4 in Syracuse City Court in connection to the assault, according to an article published online Aug. 5 by The Post-Standard. Kivon Davis was accused of felony second-degree assault and misdemeanor fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon. Davis is out of custody, according to the article.

When asked if the recent distractions will affect SU going forward with training camp, Marrone said they can pose problems as the team tries to win football games. But he stressed that the team’s preparation and work ethic remain the same as it tries to compete for a Big East championship.

“I think a lot of times in life, as long as you know that you’re doing everything possible to do the right thing, then we’re OK. There’s no need to defend ourselves,” Marrone said. “I truly believe that in my heart.

“But I have the philosophy of distractions. I think that distractions can take away from your focus and your energy to win football games, and that is a concern.”

Marrone played on the offensive line during his career at Syracuse from 1983-85. He has also been an offensive line coach during several stops in his career, including Georgia Tech, Georgia and the New York Jets.

Adkins out with undisclosed health problem In his opening statement, Marrone also revealed offensive line coach and recruiting coordinator Greg Adkins would be away from the team for the start of preseason camp with a health issue.

Marrone would not specify what was wrong, but he did say that he will be working with the offensive line while Adkins is out.

“Coach Adkins has a medical situation that he’s out with,” Marrone said. “It’s not life threatening. Obviously, we look forward to his return.

The responsibility of coaching the offensive line now is with me.”

about 20 fans make the trip to Texas, Ross said.

She thinks her players will be able to adjust better to that situation in the future.

“We got a lot of kids that will be coming back next year that got opportunities to be in that game and get the feel of that next level,” Ross said. “That’s where we belong is that next level, and we’ll be back next year, and we’ll handle things a little differently.”

Daniels said she has put the NCAA tournament losses behind her. Though disappointed, she said the team played up to its capabilities and ended the season satisfied.

Rather than focus on the end of this season, Daniels looks forward to next season. After improving from last year to this year, she expects even more progress.

Though Ross said the team won’t set goals for next year until after the 2011 fall sessions, she said the goal will be to go further in the NCAA tournament. And Daniels thinks all the pieces are in place to make that happen.

“If we get better during the offseason and get better as a group,” Daniels said, “nothing’s going to be able to stop us.” rjgery@syr.edu A previous version of this article ran on dailyorange.com on May 23.

Adkins returned to work for the Orange Aug. 10. mjcohe02@syr.edu A previous version of this article ran on dailyorange.com on Aug. 5.

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To accomplish this goal, SU must defend its home turf. The team’s poor performance at home last season was partly to blame for its fourth-place finish in the Big East. The Orange went 0-4 against Football Bowl Subdivision opponents and only defeated Football Champi-

“We’re trying to build this football team and make our home so much of an advantage for us that really, 12th man, it doesn’t become just a cliché, just a marketing term, but it’s the truth.”

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onship Subdivision teams Maine and Colgate in the Carrier Dome.

The head coach said he recently spoke with his players about how winning at home is integral to the greater goals of the program.

With four Big East home games this year, SU’s home improvement could make or break the season.

“We’re trying to build this football team and make our home so much of an advantage for us that really, 12th man, it doesn’t become just a cliché, just a marketing term, but it’s the truth,” Marrone said.

Players were in line with Marrone’s edict.

Wide receiver Dorian Graham said while he’s looking at the smaller objectives — improving each day, developing better timing with SU’s quarterbacks — the bigger goal is competing for the Big East championship and subsequent Bowl Championship Series berth.

Freshman running back Adonis AmeenMoore, who committed to Syracuse in December after the team’s 7-5 regular season, said he’s excited to be at SU to be part of the next step. And Orange wide receiver Van Chew, who will likely assume the team’s No. 1 receiver role, said putting together consistent campaigns is that next step.

“Our goal is to compete for the Big East and just keep every year going, just like last year with going to a bowl,” Chew said.

To compete in the conference, SU will need an inexperienced defense that is riddled with uncertainty to step up.

The Orange graduated two starting linebackers, both its starting cornerbacks and its top three defensive tackles. The current SU depth chart includes a freshman, Dyshawn Davis, starting at linebacker, and a starting cornerback, sophomore Keon Lyn, who missed the beginning of the season after being sidelined with mononucleosis and played on special teams after returning.

Syracuse ranked seventh in the nation in total defense last season. While expectations

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“Our goal is to compete for the Big East and just keep every year going, just like last year with going to a bowl.”

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and wide-open as any in the country. Every team has a shot to earn the BCS berth that comes with the conference title.

But Marrone said to “compete” for the Big East title, not to contend or to win. And SU has a lot to accomplish before it can achieve his goal, he said.

“I’m excited about getting this thing started,” Marrone said. “We have a lot of work in front of us to get where we need to be to be able to compete for the goals that we have in front of us.”

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as a whole are higher, defensive coordinator Scott Shafer said expecting a young defense to improve much from what the defense posted last season is tough — especially one that only returns five starters from 2010.

But he said last year’s success serves as motivation for this year because it sets a precedent for those stepping into the shoes of graduated players. As the team shoots to be competitive in the Big East every year, Shafer wants to see his defense aim to be ranked among the best in the nation year in and year out.

“Any time you have a defense that’s a top-10, -five, -six, -seven defense in different categories, is it realistic to say this group can cut that in half? Probably not,” Shafer said.

“But is it realistic to say that the bar’s been set and that we want to fi ght our butt off to be competitive every year, to be to the point where we are a top-20 defense? And that’s hard to do. … And that’s the challenge we have, we want to try and do that.”

All eight coaches at Big East media day Aug. 2 agreed that the conference is as competitive

mcooperj@syr.edu A previous version of this article ran on dailyorange.com on Aug. 5.

STACKING UP On its way to winning a bowl for the first time since 2001, Syracuse finished fourth in the Big East conference. The team thrived on the road, winning five of its six games away from the Carrier Dome. In 2011, SU hopes to compete for the Big East title and winning at home will be a big part of achieving that goal. Here’s a look at last year’s Big East standings: TEAM

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