The Daily Campus: August 26, 2011

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Over 3000 enter class of 2015

By Olivia Balsinger Campus Correspondent

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Friday, August 26, 2011

It’s that time of year again; time to switch your beach bag – still heavy with sand and memories from the beach – to your backpack, which was growing slightly dusty in the back of your closet.

Time to make the yearly trip to the school supply store because, let’s face it, buying the entire 64-count of Crayola Crayons never gets old. And it is also time to meet the incoming freshman class here at the University of Connecticut.

According to Michael Kirk, UConn’s spokesman, roughly 3,225 students will be entering the school as freshmen this year.

Out of these incoming fresh-

men, 440 will be in the Honors program, which is nearly constant with the previous year’s number.

The gender ratio is 49 percent male to 51 percent female. Also, 25 percent of the students are minorities, and three percent will be hailing to the school from international locations.

The in-state and out-of-state ratio is less dramatic for the incoming class than it has been for many years past. This year 66 percent of incoming freshman are from Connecticut and 34 percent are coming from out-of-state, as compared to the 70 percent in state from years past.

Additionally, 925 students will be transferring to the Storrs campus.

Regional campuses can expect to see about 1,300 freshmen and 235 transfer students entering this fall. Most of these incoming students to the branch campuses are from in-state, according to Kirk.

Specific statistics regarding the incoming class average GPA and SAT scores will be available within several weeks.

Until then, the university is preparing for the new students with various welcoming events such as the “Week of Welcome,” a weekend filled with activities to help students ease the adjustment into college, the Husky Haulers program and the activities fair, which takes place the second week of each semester.

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Students and parents gather around campus during a busy move-in weekend on the Storrs campus.

USG president’s State prepares for freshmen welcome hurricane Irene’s landfall

By Sam Tracy USG President

HIs ‘father’s son’

Jones follows in father’s foot steps, but looks to start own path.

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MAKING THE MOST OF COLLEGE WHILE IT LASTS Utilize the best of your valuable education.

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FAMILY WEEKEND OFFERS FUN TRADITION

UConn set to show families campsus life.

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An image provided by NOAA is an infrared colorized view of Hurricane Irene as it advances towards the East Coast was made by the GOES satellite Wednesday.

NEW HAVEN (AP) — Gov. Dannel P. Malloy declared a state of emergency in Connecticut as residents stocked up on generators and other provisions Thursday and officials warned they should prepare for potentially prolonged power outages from Hurricane Irene, which threatened to dump up to a foot of rain on this already saturated state.

The declaration signed by the governor gives him a number of emergency powers, including the ability to order evacuations and direct civil preparedness forces into action.

“There’s no way that looking at any of the maps we’re seeing now that one could feel secure that we’ll dodge this ... We’re becoming more certain that we’re likely to be impacted,” Malloy said during a live, televised briefing at the emergency operations center. He urged residents to take the storm “as seriously as any event we’ve ever prepared for.”

Malloy said this has been the clearest warning about a major hurricane hitting Connecticut, giving state and local officials, as well as the utilities, time to prepare for the storm. The electric and gas utilities have detailed response plans, including con-

tracting with tree removal crews in anticipation of downed limbs and trees, he said.

Connecticut Light & Power, which serves 1.2 million customers, said it was cancelling vacations, putting all its personnel on standby and coordinating with sister companies in Massachusetts and New Hampshire to have additional crews available to restore power.

“If current projections hold true, our state will be impacted by the storm this weekend and CL&P customers should prepare for potential power outages that could last a week or more in some areas,” said Jeff Butler, the utility’s president and chief operating officer.

Days ahead of Irene’s expected arrival, marinas pulled boats in from the water and tourists canceled shoreline getaways.

Malloy has urged local governments to clear drainage facilities ahead of the storm, which is projected to approach the state on Sunday. While the track and intensity of the storm remain uncertain, state officials said it could drop 6-10 inches of rain with more than a foot in isolated areas.

“To put it as delicately as we can, we take this threat very, very

seriously,” Malloy said. “We believe that the time to prepare for what might be an eventuality is now.”

Authorities announced they will close state campgrounds at noon on Saturday and all state parks will close at sunset on Saturday. Officials said they do not immediately see a need for any evacuations, but that could change.

There were clear signs around the state that residents were taking precautions.

A Lowe’s Cos. home improvement store in New Haven has been selling large numbers of generators, flashlights and batteries, manager David Norton said.

“It’s getting busier and busier,” Norton said.

A Costco Wholesale Corp.’s store in Milford sold out of generators, said cashier Larry Panza.

Taber Hamilton, an employee at Feinsod True Value Hardware in Stamford, said the store’s seen a run on supplies since Wednesday. He’s had to order more materials, particularly after a local broadcast showed the hurricane going directly through Stamford.

“We’re just about out of everything,” he said.

Hello there! My name is Sam Tracy, and I’m the president of the student body here at UConn.

This year, I’ll be writing weekly articles in the Daily Campus, as well as having a weekly radio show on WHUS with Vice President Lindsay Chiappa, in order to help keep students up to date with what’s happening on campus. Because this is my first column and will only be read by first-year students, I’m going to give you a quick overview Sam Tracy, USG President as to what the Undergraduate man 15. It’s real. I didn’t think Student Government actually is, it could happen to me, but it did, and then tell you what I wish I and then a sophomore ten on had known as a freshman. top of that. I’ve finally lost the I’ll make this part quick so pounds, but it’s always better you can get to the life-saving to not gain it in the first place. advice quicker. USG is the offi- Having an all-you-can-eat bufcial voice of the student body, fet for every meal can be too so we work to make sure the much to handle at first - but students’ voices are heard at the just be mindful of what you eat. campus, town, state and nation- And I probably shouldn’t pubal level. Do you like that UConn licize this, but the ingredients is switching over to Gmail, that to make a Friendly’s Grilled Connecticut recently decrimi- Cheese BurgerMelt are availnalized small amounts of mari- able every single day at South. juana, or that you can now take Great power like that comes your backpack into the dining with great responsibility. halls? USG advocated for all Another word of advice: of these changes. And on top join a lot of student orgaof advocacy, we also manage nizations. There’s a plan to a ton of money for the student help you avoid getting in over body. Ever wonder what the your head. Join six clubs, and “Student Activity Fee” on your then quit four or five in the bill is for? Well, it gets split first two weeks. It’s great to between many organizations at try new things, but you don’t UConn, and USG receives $40 want to take on so many comper student per semester. That mitments that you fail at all means we’re managing $80 of of them. I’ve met some of your money every year, which my best friends through the adds up to a total budget of clubs I’ve joined, and they’ve more than $700,000 a semes- also helped me figure out my ter. We use it for big things career goals way more than that improve the quality of life any class I’ve ever taken.

UConn – helping clubs attend There is much more advice conferences or host events on to give you than can fit in one campus, kick-starting the free article, so just remember that bike-borrowing program, and what you get from your time in operating GUARD Dogs, to college is completely up to you. name a few.

And if you don’t know what you That’s it about the details on want yet, just open up to new USG, I promise. If you’re inter- people, new experiences and ested in getting involved, check new ideas and you’ll find your out our website at usg.uconn. calling. edu, or come by our office in If you ever need help with room 219 of the Student Union. anything or have ideas for A lot of elected positions are change you would like to see on now open (to everyone, includ- campus, don’t hesitate to email ing first-years), and there are a me at president@usg.uconn. bunch of non-elected spots, too. edu. I’ll also be having open Now the important part: some office hours every week, which quick advice on how to make will be posted online. Have an your first year, and next three awesome year! (or four) years at UConn the best they can be.

First off, beware of the fresh- Samuel.Tracy@UConn.edu

What’s on at UConn this weekend Convocation 5 p.m., Friday Gampel Pavilion Freshmen will assemble as a class for the first and only time before graduation.

UConn Field Hockey 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., Friday Sherman Family Sports Complex The UConn field hockey team will host Hofstra on Friday.

SUBOG Block Party 8 p.m., Saturday Fairfield Way All students are welcome to attend the welcome back block party sponsored by SUBOG.

SUBOG Hip Hop Comedy Jam 8 p.m., Sunday Gampel Pavilion Offset any beginning-of-the-semester stress with laughter at the Hip Hop Comedy Jam. -Nicholas Rondinone

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State prison supervisors lose jobs

HARTFORD (AP) — Twenty-one prison supervisors in Connecticut are now off the job, but their union says it hopes to work with Gov. Dannel P. Malloy’s administration to find a way to return the workers to their positions.

The Department of Correction says 16 lieutenants, one captain and four counselor supervisors are out of work as of Thursday.

The supervisors are members of a bargaining unit that did not vote to ratify a two-year wage freeze or changes in health and pension benefits, making them ineligible for four years of no-layoff protection. Layoff notices for other union members whose units approved the entire agreement are being rescinded.

Plans revived for E. Conn. entertainment complex

LEDYARD (AP) — A developer has revived plans to build a large entertainment, retail and housing complex in eastern Connecticut.

Antonio Reale of Enfield-based World LLC announced on Wednesday that he has secured an option to buy the 200-acre Allyn Farm off Route 2, near the Foxwoods Resort Casino in Ledyard and Preston. Plans include a water theme park, hotel, convention center, retail and office space, entertainment venues and residences.

Reale proposed a similar $400 million development in Preston, but town voters rejected the plans in April.

He now plans to buy the Allyn Farm for $18 million. He says the complex would create thousands of construction jobs and a minimum of 3,000 permanent jobs.

Farm owner Clifford Allyn says a deal hasn’t been finalized, while local officials say Reale hasn’t contacted them.

Interim DOT commissioner appointed to lead agency

HARTFORD (AP) — Gov. Dannel P. Malloy has appointed his interim Department of Transportation commissioner to oversee the agency permanently.

Malloy named James P. Redeker on Thursday to run the department, which employs 3,000 people and oversees the state’s highways, ports and airports.

Redeker was appointed as the interim commissioner in March as Malloy conducted a national search to fill the job.

But Malloy said he’s been impressed by Redeker’s abilities and expertise and realized “the right person was there in our backyard.”

Redeker joined DOT in 2008 after working for 30 years with the New Jersey Department of Transportation and New Jersey Transit.

Friday, August 26, 2011

News

Family weekend offers fun tradition

By Courtney Robishaw Campus Correspondent Every fall, the Orientation Services and Parent’s Programs Office at UConn hosts the Family Weekend.

This year is no exception, with Family Weekend being held Sept. 23-25.

According to the Family Weekend’s website, its purpose is to allow “families to partake in the same spirit that embraces our students on campus throughout the year.” The website promises a “weekend of fun-filled events” that “gives you a snapshot of our culture, the community’s academic excellence and the energy of our vibrant campus.”

One of the highlights of this year’s Family Weekend is a show by Billy Gardell, a standup comedian and actor who stars in the television series “Mike & Molly”. His performance will be held on Saturday at Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts at 7:30 p.m.

Other events include a special family weekend performance by the UConn Marching Band on Saturday at Memorial Stadium and both a men’s and women’s soccer game.

Sunday features the CornucopiaFest at the W.B. Young Quad with exhibits,

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Students and parents explore the university campus during an open house.

demonstrations and an alumni sale and auction.

Families can also experience a fun weekly tradition at UConn Late Night. The theme on Friday will be “Late Night Pops,” and families can partake in crafts, activities and other events. Families can also see a special showing of “Cars” on Friday or “Cars 2” on Saturday.

Many organizations also host receptions during Family Weekend, including the Parents Association, the School of Fine Arts, Learning Communities, the Office of

Fraternity and Sorority Life, Community Outreach and Huskies Away from Home.

Special meals are also held during Family Weekend, including the First Year Honors Student Breakfast, the Alumni Legacy Breakfast and the Family Weekend President’s Dinner on Saturday and the Provost’s Breakfast on Sunday.

“We love walking around campus with our son and daughter during Family Weekend. It’s fun to visit their favorite spots and see UConn from their viewpoint,” said Cindy Miller, mother of a 3rd-

semester accounting student and a recent graduate.

“It was a great opportunity to see how my first year student had settled into the UConn community,” said Lynne Schiffer, an alumna of UConn and mother of a 3rd semester pre-pharmacy student.

Registration for Family Weekend is free, but some events charge an additional fee. Families can register at www.familyweekend.uconn.edu until September 16 and should call (860)-4864866 if they have any questions.

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Groton sub base secures facilities ahead of Irene NEW LONDON (AP) — The U.S. Navy’s submarine base in Groton is preparing to move and secure small craft and barges in anticipation of a possible strike from Hurricane Irene.

Base spokesman Christopher Zendan says submarines that are currently in port may also be sent out to sea for their protection within the next 24 hours.

Zendan said Thursday that the emergency management team at Naval Submarine Base New London is urging personnel to make a hurricane plan and monitor the storm closely.

The hurricane is forecast to travel along the East Coast and approach the Connecticut shoreline on Sunday.

Power company warns of possible prolonged outNEW HAVEN (AP) — A Connecticut power company is warning that Hurricane Irene could cause power outages lasting a week or longer in some areas.

Connecticut Light & Power’s president and chief operating officer Jeff Butler cautioned customers to be prepared for loss of electricity. The utility, which serves 1.2 million customers, says it is cancelling vacations, putting all its personnel on standby and coordinating with sister companies in Massachusetts and New Hampshire to have crews available to restore power.

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The UConn Co-op located on Hillside Road, adjacent from the Gampel Pavillion, sells books and supplies to students, staff and members of the UConn community.

By Megan Toombs Campus Correspondent Located on Hillside Road, the UConn Co-op sells books, supplies, electronics and more to students and faculty.

The UConn Co-op is a cooperative corporation providing bookstore services for its members and the community. The members have ownership over the Co-op and an elected Board of Directors, according to their website.

Chief among the items in stock at the Co-op are textbooks, but the Co-op also has a large variety of other books from numerous of genres available for sale on the first floor Whether the prospective buyer is looking for a new John Grisham novel or a new cookbook the Co-op has those items in stock.

The second floor of the Co-op is where you will go to get all of

your textbooks for your classes.

The rows of textbooks are organized by academic subject, so you will easily be able to find your books.

There are staff available to help students locate the books they need if there is any trouble finding them.

Students can preorder books online through UConn’s Textbooks to Go program. By preordering textbooks, students can avoid the crowded store filled with long lines during the first week.

Students enter their class information, their professors and sections and then can simply pick up the preordered textbooks during the first weeks of the semester, according to the Co-op website. .Marcia Firsick, the marketing manager of the UConn Co-op, said the store goes beyond the books.

“We have the largest selection

of UConn-branded merchandise, general books for leisure reading, supplies, a full technology section, a convenience store that stays open late, and a textbooks department that offers rental books, used books, new books and a strong buyback program,” Firsick said.

The Co-op offers used textbooks as well. The used book portion of their inventory provides for more than $1.2 million in savings each year, according to the Co-op website.

A student membership is offered to all incoming new students, as long as they study at one of the UConn branches, according to the Co-op website.

Students can activate the membership free online at www.bookstore.uconn.edu. By activating a membership, students become eligible to receive a rebate voucher for the next year’s purchases

and eligibility for the Co-op’s buyback pledge, according to their website.

“The patronage rebate plan is the Co-op’s way of sharing a portion of its surplus with the current active members,” Firsick said.

“Each year the Co-op’s Board of Directors determines what portion of any surplus is needed for the Co-op’s operation and growth and what portion can be rebated to our active members.”

The Co-op offers other services including technology support for purchased products, book buyback programs at the close of semester, banking services through People’s United Bank and others, according to their website.

As Firsick says on behalf of all the UConn Co-op staff, “We’re here to help.”

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News

Buffett gives $5 billion vote of confidence to BofA

NEW YORK (AP) — Warren Buffett comes to the rescue again.

Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway Inc. announced Thursday that it would invest $5 billion in Bank of America Corp., a much-needed vote of confidence that sent the beleaguered bank’s stock soaring nine percent.

“Buffett is Bank of America’s white knight,” said Glenn Schorr, bank analyst at Nomura equity research.

The legendary investor said in a prepared statement that he reached out to Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan to say he wanted to invest because he considered the bank a “strong, well-led company.”

Lately, the market has rendered a different verdict.

As recently as Tuesday, Bank of America’s stock had plunged 50 percent from a year ago on concerns over its mortgage problems and worries that it would have to sell large amounts of stock to shore up its balance sheet.

The sell-off was seen as a major challenge for the bank and Moynihan, who has been at the helm since January 2010.

While Buffett’s $5 billion investment is like a drop in the bucket at the largest U.S. bank with $2.2 trillion in assets, it comes with an imprimatur of confidence that is worth a lot more. In that sense, Buffett’s investment is largely symbolic.

“The investment eliminates the big credibility gap that management had with investors,” said Jonathan Finger, partner of Houston-based Finger Interests Ltd., a long-time shareholder that owns 1.1 million shares.

“It’s time now to demonstrate they have a plan to grow the

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In this Wed., Aug. 5, 2011 photo, Rev. Jude Duffy holds research on the American Quilt Memorial during an interview in Beacon, N.Y.

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In this file photo taken Oct. 2010, Warren Buffett, chairman and chief executive officer of Berkshire Hathaway, listens as President Barack Obama speaks.

business,” he said.

Bank of America had cash and cash-equivalent securities of $402 billion at the end of second quarter. Its cash level is at the highest level in the bank’s history, bank’s spokesman Jerry Dubrowski said.

Much of the Charlotte, N.C. bank’s problems, however, stem from its 2008 purchase of the nation’s largest mortgage lender, Countrywide Financial Corp., but

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it faces a litany of other challenges.

The bank lost $15.3 billion in the last four quarters. Its revenue fell 34 percent in the first half of 2011 from the same period a year ago, to $40 billion, after new regulations prevented it from collecting fees from checking account overdrafts and credit cards.

Half of all U.S. households have an account or do business with it, making it more exposed than rivals to weakness in the

economy.

Investors’ confidence in the bank took another blow this month as its mortgage headaches got worse.

On Aug. 8, American International Group Inc. sued the bank for more than $10 billion, saying it deceived the insurer by selling it faulty mortgage investments. The bank has already paid a total of $12.7 billion this year to settle similar claims.

Some Sept. 11 charities goals never reached NEW YORK (AP) — Americans eager to give after the 9/11 terrorist attacks poured $1.5 billion into hundreds of charities established to serve the victims, their families and their memories. But a decade later, an Associated Press investigation shows that many of those nonprofits have failed miserably.

There are those that spent huge sums on themselves, those that cannot account for the money they received, those that have few results to show for their spending and those that have yet to file required income tax returns. Yet many of the charities continue to raise money in the name of Sept. 11.

One charity raised more than $700,000 for a giant memorial quilt, but there is no quilt.

Another raised more than $4 million to help victims, but didn’t account publicly for how it spent all of the money.

A third helps support a 9/11 flag sold by the founder’s forprofit company.

There are other charities that can account for practically every penny raised — except that all the money went to pay for fundraising, and not the intended mission.

To be sure, most of the 325 charities identified by the AP followed the rules, accounted fully for their expenditures and closed after fulfilling identified goals.

There have been charities to assist ill and dying first responders, to help families of the dead, to help survivors and to honor the memory of victims. And there are charities

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But in virtually every category of 9/11 nonprofit, an AP analysis of tax documents and other official records uncovered schemes beset with shady dealings, questionable expenses and dubious intentions. Many of those still raising money are small, founded by people with no experience running a nonprofit.

The Arizona-based charity that raised $713,000 for a 9/11 memorial quilt promised it would be big enough to cover 25 football fields, but there are only several hundred decorated sheets packed in boxes at a storage unit.

One-third of the money raised went to the charity’s founder and relatives, according to tax records and interviews.

Those records show founder Kevin Held also spent more than $170,000 on travel since 2004. He rarely traveled without his two Alaskan Malamute dogs, one at 120 pounds and the other 200 pounds. He also listed $36,691 in credit card and bank charges since 2005 and $10,460 for an expense listed as “petty” in 2009.

The chairman of the board, an 84-year-old Roman Catholic priest, says he didn’t know he was chairman and thought that only small amounts of money had been raised. He says he was unaware that the founder had given himself a $200 per week car allowance, rent reimbursement and a $45,000 payment for an unreported loan.

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Making the most of college while it lasts

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knew this would be my last summer, at least as I’d always known them. Sleeping in late, going to the movies every weekend, spending too much of the too scarce money I’ve earned on snack food, clothes and magazines and just daydreaming about what life will be like while lying on the beach or next to the pool.

I knew I’d never again be in this bizarre but comfortable and safe limbo between

By Ryan Gilbert Associate Commentary Editor college and the “real world.” I believe the rest of the world knew this too. How else can you explain TeenNick’s “The ‘90s Are All That” programming block or “X-Men: First Class” or the New Kids On The Block being on tour with the Backstreet Boys.

It’s true that I’ve been reveling in nostalgia this summer and perhaps being too doomsday-ish about entering my final year at UConn. But how could you blame me? The New York Times and CNN are routinely reminding us that there aren’t any jobs, the economy is in the toilet, our politicians are corrupt and, worst of all, our education might not even be worth the money we’re spending on it. (For the record, I think that last part is a bunch of bull. Yet, entrepreneur Peter Thiel recently started a new initiative that will offer grants of up to $100,000 for kids to drop out of school, so it’s a debate that’s really happening.)

I know that come May 2012, my little world – with my friends and my freedom to spend my money however I want and my forgiveness for being lazy – will come to a screeching halt and will never be the same. Some of us will move far away.

Some of us will stay but will be too busy and even more broke.

Some of us will just fall out of touch. Some of us will make new friends with new interests. Some of us will succeed, and some of us will fail. Some of us will fall truly, madly, deeply in love and some of us, well, just won’t. Some of us will look back on this time that we’ve had and consider it the best time of our lives, and some of us are still waiting to experience that.

Being a freshman in college is an opportunity to prove what you can do, not to your family or your friends or even your professors, but to yourself. There is absolutely nothing else like college, and it can be magical if you take advantage of everything it has to offer and challenge yourself. College is everything it’s cracked up to be. That’s why people like Peter Thiel allow themselves to be so mocking and disparaging about it. You’re going to hear a lot about the “system” of college and the “politics” of higher education and how it doesn’t do enough to set you up for the “real world” and about how everyone on this campus is “out of touch” and blah blah blah. Let me be the first to tell you: don’t become cynical.

UConn isn’t perfect, but neither are you, so two should be able to get on famously. To the freshmen: these next four years are going to be what you make of them. Enroll in courses that seem demanding and are taught by professors you’ve heard horror stories about. Screw RateMyProfessors.com. Join clubs and organizations that interest you and provide you with opportunities to grow and make friends. Read and write as much as you physically can. Make lots and lots of stupid mistakes and laugh about them with your friends over pitchers of…um… iced tea. Find the places on campus that make you feel comfortable and where you can get your work done. Don’t use the Art & Design library in Homer Babbidge because that’s my spot.

Find your own. The dining halls! Take advantage of the dining halls. The only equivalent to these in the “real world” are soup kitchens and you’re going to want to avoid those unless you’re volunteering at them. Be nice to somebody every single day.

I’m serious.

And, finally, to the seniors: let’s make it count.

Associate Commentary Editor Ryan Gilbert is a 7th-semester journalism major.

He can be reached at Ryan.Gilbert@uconn.edu.

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Will we hear from Jay Hickey on Monday? What a great way to start classes!

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The Instant Daily is back! Is it bad I was looking forward to this all summer even though I graduated in May? So it’s cool and all that the early bird gets the worm, but what about the early Husky? After being on campus when our basketball team won, I never imagined it could get this quiet.

I graduated and moved down to Va. to work. My mom called me last weekend - she took a roadtrip out to Storrs just to visit the campus. Good job UConn.

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You say hello, I say goodbye

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t’s a little bit difficult to think of what to write when considering the topic for my last, first column of the year. Two years ago I wrote a column for the freshman issue of the paper.

By the end of it, I thought I had thrown in every piece of gung-ho, goodnatured advice I could think of, all revolving around the idea of encourBy Michelle Anjirbag aging new stuWeekly Columnist dents to actively get involved on campus and not be intimidated by the large school. It seemed like a good subject; I had just finished my first semester on campus the prior semester, and was still learning to follow that advice myself.

But this year, I am standing in a very different place as all you freshman say hello to this campus, I will start to say goodbye. I will spend most of Friday, August 26 helping my sister move onto campus for the first time. I will spend Saturday, August 27 moving myself into my room on this campus for the last time. This will be the last fall I run Horsebarn Hill as an undergraduate student, the last winter I spend cursing the slush and snow and the last spring I can enjoy waking up early on the weekends for a perfect-weather-jog before eating mountains of vegan pancakes in Whitney dining hall. After this year, I will end my late-night relationship with

Homer. I won’t be in The Daily Campus offices for hours a week or dancing in MSB. I will no longer hear Friday night karaoke at the Union, or order half my body-weight in wings after a night out.

These seem like small things to miss, but at the end of the day, the year, or academic career, it is the small things that create the greatest memories.

I won’t wax nostalgic much longer; I have a year still to finish here.

One last, new year at UConn. So instead of advice or do’s and don’ts for all of the new students, I am going to offer my own new year’s resolutions, which I hope to follow myself.

I’m not going to waste time. This does not mean I am not going to procrastinate or always make the best use of the time I have according to the length of my to-do list. All this means is that I am not going to spend time doing things that do not make me happy if I have the choice to do something else with my time instead. There are so many different things to do and try on this campus, that it seems a shame to spend any time doing anything that I don’t enjoy.

Also, there will never again be the same opportunity to try a new hobby or sport, or learn a new skill.

I will slow down. I will sleep more.

I am going to stress less when it comes to trivial things that I cannot change. Coffee will spill, papers won’t write themselves and buses will be late.

Maybe even an earthquake will strike again. Sometimes people will let you down. But worrying about things that I can neither change nor control is just a lot of added stress and a waste of energy.

I will apply to graduate schools well before the deadlines.

I am going to make the time to see everyone that I will miss when I no longer go to school here; this includes the professors and staff that I have had the opportunity to work with, as well as the friends I have made on campus.

I will be active. I will meet new people.

I will take the time I need to take care of myself, and get ready to face whatever it is that I will be doing this time next year.

I won’t be afraid to take more chances and more risks. There is much to be said for trying to do things that we don’t think we can even attempt.

So whether it is trying to break my four-mile rut, relearning to climb rockfaces without fear, or applying to a highly competitive program, I am going to put myself out there. The worst that can happen is that it doesn’t work out.

Because even when we fail, or we leave, we can always come back in one way or another. Things will be different. We will be different. But we will also be the same people that once said farewell to a school that became home for four or so years.

Hello senior year, I will have a hard time saying goodbye at the end of it.

To the freshmen arriving on campus today: enjoy your time here, it ends all too soon.

Weekly Columnist Michelle Anjirbag is a 7th-semester English major with a creative writing concentration. She can be reached at Michelle.Anjirbag@uconn.edu.

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t’s that time of the year again, when we bid farewell to warm weather and no school work, to return to the world of academia and responBy Tyler McCarthy sibility.

But, I Staff Columnist h a v e g o o d news for UConn’s incoming freshmen and a pleasant reminder for our sophomores and above - you’re in college now, and things work a bit differently here.

On the last day of school in the second grade, our generation would step outside of the classroom, breathe in the summer air and say, “Two whole months of freedom.”

If you truly think back to that same moment, this year, when you stepped outside I’ll wager that it went a little something like this: “Boy, I really need to find a job.”

For most of us, the summer was a cavalcade of long shifts at a seasonal job that we hated for the sake of being able to fill our gas tanks to make it to work on time the next day.

We would attempt to make it

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to the beach or hang out with old high school friends on our much needed day off but if we’re truly honest with ourselves, using our leisure time for anything but sleep just felt like a chore.

At the risk of sounding like a cliché youngster, I feel it’s also necessary to mention that all of this was being done under the ever watchful eye of our parents and family. Say what you want about how loving and understanding your family is, you’re still doing everything under the eye of a judgmental phantom that truly wants you to be your best at all times. Well frankly we don’t always want to be at our best.

So then there is college.

You’re here, you’ve moved in and you’ve left that stupid seasonal job in your rear view mirror. Life is about to get a whole lot worse now that classes are about to start right? Wrong! At home you had to worry about your job and spending all of your hard earned cash on your own food and fun. Everything was a long drive away and friends were always busy with their

own job to coordinate anything fun. Here, everything is a short and lovely walk away, you’ve got a magical card that get’s you all the delicious food you could want and your friends are just a phone call after 5 p.m. away.

The phantom who wishes the best of you is miles away and are now only subject to only the highlight reels of your life. Did you sleep through your class today?

Who knows? But you definitely aced last week’s quiz!

Won’t Mom be proud.

The overall point here is simple. Life back home in the real world becomes a lot more difficult with age. These days it’s very difficult for a twenty-something-year-old student to afford to both live at home and be happy there.

Here at school, despite what every teacher has ever told you ever, life gets a whole lot easier. You won’t have another four-year stretch in your entire life where the biggest two things on your plate are: Pass your classes and don’t starve to death on rainy days. That’s it! For four whole years those are your

worries! I know some of you are probably nervous about the upcoming year’s curriculum. It’s understandable and unfortunately that worry doesn’t go away but if you’re smart, it shouldn’t. I’m here to tell you that you did in fact get accepted to this school.

The people who chose to accept you here aren’t just in an office somewhere throwing darts at applications and accepting whoever they tag.

This is UConn, you deserve to be here and you can handle the work. I promise.

So to sum up: home is awful, seasonal jobs are awful, gas money is awful. School is great, freedom is great and you’re great.

So to all of our returning students, welcome back.

To all of our incoming freshmen, welcome to UConn, you’re going to be brilliant...oh, and don’t forget to try the wings.

Staff Columnist Tyler McCarthy is a 5thsemester journalism major. He can be reached at Tyler.McCarthy@UConn.edu.

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Horoscopes 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 -- There are so many ways to tell someone you love them: with words, gestures or symbols.

Your audience is receptive, so get creative and play.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) -- Today is a 7 -- A barrier dissolves at home.

Banking matters take a turn for the better. Confusion diminishes, and the path ahead is clear. Old friends offer great ideas.

Gemini (May 21-June 21) -- Today is a 9 -- There’s so much to learn, and you’re focused. Mercury goes direct later today: Agreements move forward and groups compromise.

Send off the paperwork for increased funding.

Cancer (June 22-July 22) -- Today is an 8 -- You could be tempted to spend impulsively. Review the budget for the big picture. Project completion gets facilitated and lifts off.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Today is a 9 -- You’ve got power: physical, mental and emotional. Use yours to move up a level. Creative efforts bear fruit, and travel’s easier now.

Push boldly forward. Let others help.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Today is a 7 -- Fine-tune your home. Clean something while you contemplate your next move. Things lighten up, especially around money and travel.

Complete a remodel.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Great results come from being with people today, so schedule meetings, connect via correspondence and get together with friends. Interaction eases markedly, which aids productivity.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Today is an 8 -- Give thanks for what you have and for what you don’t have.

Whatever degree of health is yours, be grateful: for breathing, eating and simple pleasures.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -Today is an 8 -- It’s adventure time!

Have you considered taking a trip to an unknown place? It’s possible with a computer, or simply by closing your eyes. Sometimes an airplane is nice.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Today is a 7 -- It’ll be easier to advance for a while. Wealth increases as things go smoothly.

Productive brainstorming is possible. Someone finds you fascinating.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Today is an 8 -- Bring your partnerships to the next level through honesty.

Celebrate the possibilities of the future, and reminisce about the past. Group membership pays off.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Today is a 6 -- It’s time to get busy. Start gathering the nectar that will provide for you and your hive throughout the cold winter months. Bring in the harvest, and celebrate with a big dinner.

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Indian premier appeals to activist NEW DELHI (AP) — India’s prime minister seized control of a national anti-corruption debate Thursday, calling on Parliament to discuss protesters’ reform proposals and appealing to a weakening 74-year-old activist to end his nine-day hunger strike.

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh’s address to lawmakers was his most direct attempt at ending the stalemate between the government and Anna Hazare over competing plans to root out the corruption infesting the country.

Hazare said he was unsatisfied with Singh’s gesture, but also slightly softened his demand that Parliament swiftly pass his sweeping proposal to create a powerful government ombudsman.

Hazare told an estimated 40,000 supporters at his protest camp in the capital that lawmakers should begin discussing on Friday his demand that they include low-level bureaucrats and state officials under the ombudsman’s oversight and establish rules for greater transparency.

If both the opposition and the ruling party agree to adopt those demands into law, “I will end my fast,” he said. However, he vowed to remain at the protest camp even after that to push his other demands, including giving the watchdog authority to investigate the prime minister and the judiciary.

The government, which has introduced its own watchdog bill, has dismissed elements of Hazare’s more stringent and sweeping proposal as unworkable and unconstitutional.

Singh told Parliament that it should hold a full debate on all versions of the bill — including at least two others proposed by civic groups.

“All ideas should be discussed and debated so we will

have the bill which is the best possible bill that will help us deal with government corruption,” he said to rare applause in a Parliament that has broken down repeatedly in chaotic protest in recent weeks.

Saying Hazare’s message had been heard, the usually staid Singh made an emotional appeal to him to call off his hunger strike.

“He has made his point. It has been registered with us. I respect his idealism. I respect him as an individual. He has become the embodiment of our people’s disgust and concern about tackling corruption. I applaud you, I salute you, and his life is much too precious.

And therefore I would urge Sri Anna Hazare to end his fast,” Singh said.

In an unusual show of unity, the opposition endorsed Singh’s request.

“This house appeals to Anna Hazare that his life is precious, so please end your fast,” said Sushma Swaraj, leader of the opposition in the lower house of Parliament.

Hazare’s fast has struck a chord with Indians horrified at endemic corruption and the seemingly never-ending scandals said to have cost the treasury billions of dollars. On Wednesday, police charged four lawmakers for their alleged role in buying and selling votes in Parliament.

The protest has left Singh’s government flailing for more than a week, as Hazare’s aides harnessed Twitter, Facebook and the nation’s breathless, 24-hour news channels to rally support for their cause.

Some feared the government was rudderless with Congress Party chief Sonia Gandhi, viewed as the most powerful person in India, recuperating abroad from surgery for an undisclosed ailment. Her son,

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India’s anti-corruption activist Anna Hazare speaks to the crowd during his hunger strike in New Delhi, India, Thursday. Prime Minister Manmohan Singh seized control of a national anti-corruption debate Thursday, calling on Parliament to discuss protesters’ reform proposals and appealing to the weakening 74-year-old activist to end his hunger strike.

Rahul, who is being groomed to eventually assume power, has been invisible during the crisis.

Singh, seen as more of a technocrat than an inspiring leader, has appeared slow to respond to the emotions Hazare’s movement has stirred.

But the government appeared to gain momentum in recent days, as other activists, including novelist Arundhati Roy, began to criticize Hazare’s protest as misguided and antidemocratic.

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A demonstrator stands next to a burning barricade on the second day of a national strike in Santiago, Chile, Thursday.

Violent second day of Chile’s nationwide strike

SANTIAGO, Chile (AP) — Tens of thousands of Chileans marched peacefully Thursday demanding profound changes in the country’s heavily centralized and privatized form of government, while smaller groups broke away to fight with police.

More than 450 people were arrested and dozens injured.

Union members, students, government workers and centerleft opposition parties took part in the final day of a nationwide two-day strike, which included four separate protest marches in the capital and demonstrations across Chile. In many areas, families grabbed spoons and spilled into the streets to join in noisy pot-banging shows of support.

President Sebastian Pinera’s ministers sought to minimize the impact. Police estimated Santiago’s crowds at just 50,000 and said only 14 percent of government workers stayed off the job.

Union leaders claimed 600,000 people joined demonstrations nationwide. Raul de la Puente, president of the government employees union, said 80

percent of his members joined the strike, at the cost of two days’ pay.

Pinera called the strike unjustified because Chile’s economy is growing strong and providing more opportunities. He also said he remains open to those seeking dialogue, although his administration has refused to discuss some student and union demands, arguing the real work of reform must be done in Congress.

What began three months ago as a series of isolated classroom boycotts by high school and university students demanding education improvements has grown into a mass movement calling for all manner of changes in Chile’s topdown form of government.

Protesters now want increases in education and health care spending, pension and labor code reform, even a new constitution that would give voters the chance to participate in referendums — a form of direct democracy previously unthinkable in a country only two decades removed from a 1973-90 military dictatorship.

“As long as there aren’t

responses from the executive to the demands, this movement will continue,” university student leader Camila Vallejo vowed.

Polls taken before the strike say the majority of Chileans side with the protesters, although it’s unclear how the violence will affect popular sentiment.

Chile’s much-praised economic model of fiscal austerity and private-sector solutions has failed to deliver enough upward mobility to a new generation whose members see how their country compares to the rest of the world, said Bernardo Navarrete, a political analyst at the University of Santiago.

“The promise that they have made us during the military regime and during 20 years of the (centerleft) Concertation (government), and during the era of Pinera, is that education was a way to climb up in society, and the students noticed that this wasn’t true,” Navarrete said. “They know that Chilean universities are the most expensive places to study, that advancing in higher education depends more on the university you leave than your own merits, that success isn’t guaranteed.”

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On Wednesday, the government held a meeting of all parliamentary parties, which agreed only to give the protesters’ draft “due consideration,” not the guaranteed passage that Hazare had sought. Both sides dug in their heels and talks broke down Wednesday night.

Singh’s address in Parliament sent a signal that despite their strong differences, the lawmakers were united in their belief that the legislature not be dic-

tated to by the protesters.

“Parliament must have a chance to give its views on their bill,” he said.

And Singh — who has been heavily criticized for presiding over a scandal-wracked Cabinet — spoke with unusual emotion, saying he was sickened by attacks on his personal integrity.

“When wild charges are levied against me, it hurts,” he said. He admitted he may have made mistakes in his seven years as prime

minister but insisted he maintained his personal integrity.

“To err is human, but to accuse me of evil intentions, of conniving with corruption is a charge I firmly refute,” he said.

Meanwhile, businesses and wholesale markets shut down across the capital as the Delhi Traders Association called a strike in support of Hazare’s fast, and scores of protesters demonstrated outside the prime minister’s official residence.

Amnesty: Both sides in Libya mistreating prisoners

CAIRO (AP) — Pro-Gadhafi guards have raped child detainees, and Libyan rebels are abusing children and holding migrant workers as prisoners, Amnesty International charged Thursday, calling on both sides to respect prisoners.

The London-based rights group said it gathered testimony from prisoners and survivors of the conflict in the capital Tripoli, where rebel forces have been clashing with remnants of Moammar Gadhafi’s regime in a battle for control of the city.

Amnesty said its delegation uncovered evidence of rape being committed against inmates of Tripoli’s notorious Abu Salim Prison while it was under the control of Gadhafi forces.

Two boys told cellmates that they had been raped numerous times by a guard, the Amnesty statement said.

An unnamed detainee said one of the boys returned to his cell almost naked with his clothes torn one night. He told the detainee he had been raped.

Other detainees said they were beaten in pro-Gadhafi prisons with metal wires, sticks and batons were given electric shocks.

One boy, whose name was not released, told Amnesty that he responded to calls by Gadhafi’s regime for volunteer fighters. He said he was handed a Kalashnikov rifle that he did not know how to use and was driven to the western city of Zawiya.

He said he fled the fighting after NATO began bombing a camp that soldiers were using. He said rebels found him unarmed but shot him in the knee at close range.

“I fell on the ground, and they continued beating me with the back of their rifles all over my body and face,” he said.

AP

Rebel fighters search captured loyalists soldiers during fighting in the Abu Salim district in Tripoli, LIbya, Thursday.

Amnesty said that despite repeated promises by the o p p o s i t i o n ’s National Transitional Council that its forces would not repeat the same human rights violations of the former regime, its observers found some 125 people held in an overcrowded cell with barely enough room for detainees to move.

Also, several detainees held in detention centers by the opposition said they were

migrant workers, not fighters.

Gadhafi’s regime recruited foreign mercenaries from Chad and other neighboring African countries to try to put down the uprising.

The African nationals said that they remain in custody only because of their skin color.

No comment on the Amnesty report was immediately available from either side.

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Don’t sweat the Freshman 15

By Lauren Carderelli Campus Correspondent

Enjoy the great outdoors We are lucky to have a campus that is both gorgeous and walking-friendly. Take advantage of the last few days of the summer sun by taking a stroll

How to set boundaries with your new roommate

By Elmira Fifo Campus Correspondent

Healthy snacks Recent studies conducted by the University of California San Francisco have shown a correlation between stress and obesity as the brain promotes food intake in times of anxiety.

Cramming or pulling all-nighters in Homer Babbidge may trigger these eating behaviors, so instead of grabbing something quick at Bookworms, bring your own healthy snacks.

Take a piece of fruit from the dining hall to save for later or buy 100-calorie packs, Greek

Mind Games When it comes down to it, portion sizes can make or break you, especially when exposed to dining hall eating for the first time.

“I always think about what I want to eat before I get to the dining hall. Buffets can be so overwhelming. I avoid eating unnecessary items by making a mental meal in my head and then finding it among what the dining hall offers,” said Amanda Jablon, a 7thsemester human development and family studies major.

Start by only taking one plate and fill it with greens, leaving room for a serving size of protein and whole grains.

Eating a salad with lunch and

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Living with a complete stranger with scarcely five feet between each bed can take some getting used to. I’ve shared a room with my sister all my life, and I had trouble adjusting to the small space. Then, there is the added pressure of what to expect from your roommate. What if you don’t get along? What if you get along too well? The reality is, in either case, there will be differences. Students at UConn come from different backgrounds and experiences, so naturally conflicts may (and often do) arise.

This is why setting boundaries early is crucial to a good roommate relationship.

When you first meet, the most important thing is to be openminded. This is a new experience for both of you so remember, if anything, you have those nerves as common ground. Each of you wants a positive experience, so realizing that your lifestyle may be very different from your roommate’s is also beneficial to your relationship. The first step is to make an honest and genuine attempt to create a connection with your new roommate.

Once you’ve disclosed basic information, you will start to see how deep the friendship will be.

Whether you have everything in common and see a blossoming best friend or just a simple acquaintance, the time to start creating the boundaries in the room is in the first two to three weeks.

If you get along well, ask to have lunch at a dining hall or sit in the Student Union and talk about what boundaries are important to you. Be direct and straightforward, even if that means stepping out of your comfort zone.

You should discuss how to deal if one roommate has to study and the other wants to sleep. For example, if someone needs to stay up past midnight, they need

toire of effortless ensembles.

Also, consider straying from classic blue denim. Brightlycolored jeans were very popular this summer – think coral, red and baby blue.

The problem with these hues however, is that they’re hard to pull off during the winter. But gray, white and black jeans can work yearround and are therefore, very good staples to have.

Fall will be here fast, so be on the lookout for loose sweaters, structured blazers, zip-up vests, long flannels, cozy thermals and cargo jackets. All these items can be effective by themselves, but they work even better when layered on top of solid of patterned tops.

Layering is hard. I for one am not very good at it. I also don’t like dealing with multiple tiers of clothing in one outfit. But the fact is, 75 percent of the time we’re in Storrs we’re faced with highspeed winds, torrential downpours, and smothering snow storms. Layers are essential to the survival of a UConn student.

Before I came to college my shoe collection was comprised mostly of flats. I loved them all; the sparkly ones, the tweed ones, the peeptoe ones, the suede ones, yet once I started trekking around UConn’s expansive campus I realized that I needed to rethink my shoe situation.

Flats are adorable, no doubt,

but they are not functional for long, brisk walks to class.

They provide endless blisters to your toes and heels and make your feet sweaty and smelly.

So here’s my advice: swap out your flats for boots.

Boots are hardy and protective against the elements.

Most importantly, they treat your feet right.

Rain boots are definitely a must for cruising around campus as they ensure that your feet will stay dry during a long day of classes.

Additionally, a pair of riding boots will make you look truly collegiate, while a pair of low-wedge lace-up boots can make you look stylish and edgy.

If you like the classic, artsy look, oxfords can be a good alternative. They are comfortable and can easily be paired with shorts, skirts, dresses, or jeans.

In the end however, you don’t want to ditch all your flats. A few pairs might come in handy now and then: for semi-formal events, date nights, and nightlife.

For those of you who have given up on backpacks, satchels and cross-body messengers can be adequate substitutes for toting your books, homework and laptops around. I find that cross-body bags are very easy to use for when I ride my bike to class.

Just remember to get something compact so that you can

Oh, the Freshman 15. You’ve heard all about it, even seen it with friends who return home for college breaks, but still you say, “It won’t happen to me.”

I hate to be the bearer of bad news but between the books, booze, and buffets, it’s hard not to gain a few ‘lbs’ while you adjust being away from mom and dad’s kitchen. Before you give in to cellulite and flab, consider the following advice for a healthy, happy, Freshman 15-less you.

Pencil in exercise time Dusting off the last of your senioritis and taking a full course load of college credits can be overwhelming, not to mention time-consuming. If you were an athlete in high school or someone used to the structure of extra-curriculars, consider blocking off time for exercise to get your endorphin fix. Seeing this on your schedule, just like a class, will motivate you to go and get a nice sweat in.

“Try to go to BodyWise classes with a group,” suggested Ashley Jeznach, a 5thsemester math major. “You get your workout in and you also have fun with your friends!”

Make the gym a study break session to socialize on the elliptical or pump out your frustrations to the beat of a good playlist. Multitask by bringing a notebook or flash cards with you during your cardio workout! Too late for a gym trip? Keep a workout DVD, or look one up on YouTube, for convenience purposes.

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A UConn student works on his fitness in the Spring 2008 semester.

to class instead of depending on bus transportation. Enjoy the scenery before the bitter winds start whipping around campus, all the while strengthening your legs and glutes!

Looking for a scenic run?

Check out Horsebarn Hill.

Word to the wise: Don’t end your jog near the Dairy Bar.

yogurt, whole grain cereal, etc., to keep your stomach satisfied and brain fueled so you can tackle that vocabulary.

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dinner first can help you avoid overeating.

Gaining weight your first year in college doesn’t have to happen. Pack gym clothes in your backpack so you can head right over to the gym during the two hour lull between classes. Remember to stay hydrated and sleep.

Congratulate yourself on a good grade with a sweet, instead of indulging after every meal with a bowl full of ice cream topped with the works.

Staying fit is easy as long as you’re conscious of your body and nutritional needs. Stay happy, feel great and look even better with a Healthy Husky regimen. Good luck!

to go to a study lounge. It is best to talk about possible situations beforehand, especially if you do not get along. Express concerns and desires politely but firmly by saying, “I would like to have friends over tonight, is that ok?”

You must be clear about things that you cannot budge on. If you are a completely neat person, you should point out that it bothers you if there is mess on your side. In a personal instance, my friend’s roommate brought in alcoholic drinks that she was not ok with. She talked to her roommate and told her, “If you keep those here I will have to tell an RA because I do not want to be held responsible.” This is a difficult situation that may cause tension, but for things you are uncomfortable with, you must voice them.

One common area of disagreement among new roommates is about having guests stay overnight or come to the room. You should decide what is comfortable for each of you. For instance, you might want at least one day’s notice, and if it is last minute, they must ask. If you and your roommate are extremely close, it can be difficult to be firm for fear of losing your camaraderie.

A good relationship, however, is based on honesty, and a good roommate will be appreciative of about what bothers you.

The best advice I can offer is to speak out. If you are normally shy, ask an RA to mediate a conversation to reach an agreement. If the situation is too strained, you can request a room change halfway through the year or a room swap with someone else. Communication in the first few weeks is instrumental in setting boundaries with a roommate. In the end it will strengthen a new friendship or help keep the peace in a notso-civil environment.

Elmira.Fifo@UConn.edu

Wardrobe staples for the fashion-conscious freshman

By Purbita Saha Staff Writer

Freshmen, it’s time to get fashion savvy.

You might think you have everything you need for school, but chances are you probably have some holes to fill in your wardrobe. In order to get up to par with college fashion, there are a few basic pieces that you should stock your closets/armoires/ dressers with.

Jeans are obviously a necessity when it comes to casual attire. Make sure you have a variety of styles in stock, such as skinny, boot, straight and boyfriend.

Different cuts can help you to put together a large reper-

easily stow away your things in a crowded classroom or dining hall.

During the semester you’ll find yourself easing into college life without much hassle or distress. You’ll learn what to wear and what not to wear through experience and other students. But if you ever need further inspiration you can go to online fashion blogs such as collegefashion.net for easy, trendy ideas.

Also, don’t forget that the best inspiration comes from those around you. Whether it be a roommate or a classmate, take note for new and innovative ideas.

Purbita.Saha@UConn.edu

Smart student, smart party-goer

By Hima Mamillapalli Staff Writer College is a fantastic time to explore your interests, to make friends that will last a lifetime and to also have some fun. Fun can mean a variety of things to college students. Here at UConn, it could be hanging out at the Student Union, playing World of Warcraft or FIFA at a friend’s room, or going out to a party.

College parties are notorious for alcohol use and the loud environment that they create, among a plethora of other things.

If you do decide to attend a party, keep these safety tips in mind.

Know your limit. If you are drinking for the first time, it is a good idea to only have one or two drinks the first time that you go out. Alcohol has different effects on every person and you do not want to be the one who ends up on the stretcher going to the hospital.

Always travel in a large group.

Safety is not something that can

be guaranteed on college campuses. It is wise to always go to and leave a party with a big group of your friends. If you do find yourself alone, take advantage of escort services offered on campus and remember that the blue lights are there in case of emergencies.

Know where you are going and how you are going to get there. Be wary of people who offer you a ride to a party that seem intoxicated or highly suspicious. Some parties offer sober rides which is a nice way to get to a party and back to your dorm. Also keep in mind that UConn has GUARD Dogs, which is a program that provides free and safe rides to UConn students 11 p.m. to 3 a.m. Friday and Saturday nights.

The number is (860)-486-8000.

Be cautious when making mixed drinks. When you combine alcohol with other liquids such as juice or soda, it can quickly get confusing as to how much alcohol you are consum-

ing. Therefore, it is best to make your own drinks so you can keep track of how much you are drinking.

Cover your drinks when you go out. You do not want anyone pouring anything into your drink that can make you disoriented or very sick. If you or your friends feel very drunk after a drink or two, seek help immediately.

Don’t drink alcohol if you are on any kind of medication. Mixing alcohol with medicine can be fatal.

Finally, there is no way sober up quickly. You may have heard that taking a cold shower or exercising may help you to sober up sooner, but this is not true. The best thing that can help someone to sober up is time. The more drinks you have, the longer it will take to become sober.

College parties can be fun but remember to always put the safety of yourself and others first.

Himanayani.Mamillapalli@UConn.edu

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Thousands of UConn students gather to celebrate Spring Weekend at Celeron Square in April 2010.

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How to prepare for the first all-nighter at UConn

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In this photo, taken in April 2008, Alex Bernier was a 4th-semester Civil Engineering major struggling to stay alert and focused.

By Elmira Fifo Campus Correspondent

You remember how in high school they told that you your AP classes train you for college, and that by the time you’re finished you will be able

your professor asked how the papers were coming along drift into your mind at 8 a.m. The day will come when you realize that the all-nighter has caught up to you. It isn’t pleasant, but there are some things you can do to ensure your survival.

First, before you do anything else, get sustenance. It seems oddly simple, but if you’re pulling an all-nighter, it usually coincides with numerous other responsibilities that have begun to overwhelm you. Chances are you haven’t eaten regular meals anyways, so get some snacks (healthy snacks if you can) so that you can keep yourself full and not focused on your gurgling stomach. If you’re like me, you will want coffee, desperately. Get some at the Union or at a dining hall and reheat it later. To offset the caffeine, have water on hand too. It will refresh your throat and mind when you find yourself drifting off.

Second, go to a place other than your dorm room. Ideally, you want to find a motivated area like the library because there are other students in the same position as you. When the library is closed, or too busy, I find study lounges in the residence halls to be a great resource. I can still pinpoint which chairs and tables were the bearers of my all-nighters.

The point is to go somewhere

uncomfortable for lounging.

You don’t want to be there longer than you have to, so don’t pull yourself onto a cushion-like sofa to study. Move all of your materials there and get prepared to work.

Once you’ve found a place, look at the assignment again and figure out how much work you need to do by splitting it up; then, plan out what to accomplish each hour. For instance, a research paper will require a works cited section at the end, clear citations, and examples from multiple sources. So, for the first hour or two write down examples from each book or source, citing it as you go. Then, make it your goal to write an introduction and first paragraph in one hour, and continue this pattern.

If you are up all night for a biology exam, it usually means reviewing many chapters, or more likely, studying them for the first time. Split the chapters into even sections and plan out a time for each. So if there are six chapters, focus on perhaps one hour per chapter. Regardless of what your task is, planning how much you want to get done each hour will make it easier because you can see the end. Tell yourself, at 5:30 a.m. I will be done with this and I can rest.

Lastly, all-nighters are terrible for the very obvious reason that you do not get to sleep. As col-

lege students, sleep takes a back seat most days as most students are often getting less than eight hours a night. When you’ve been up for a long time and you have to stay up longer, you will start to waver and your eyelids will close. My advice, let them close. I know it’s an all-nighter, but it doesn’t mean you have to stay awake every minute.

Take a break for 15 minutes, set an alarm, and close your eyes for a few minutes. While you know that there is still work to be done, if you are half asleep and find yourself re-reading the same line, you no longer have the concentration needed for good work. So, if that time comes, succumb to sleep, wake up early enough and finish.

Pretty soon, the all-nighter will have disappeared into the daylight and you will have survived with only a few bruises. It is necessary at times, but if you can, study your notes beforehand, set time aside from your other activities, and try to plan at least a day ahead so that you can avoid consistent all-nighters. If they become your routine, it is time to talk to a friend or professor about changing your study habits. Good luck and here’s to hoping that your first one scares you enough so that you will not do it too often.

Absolutely not. In fact, my freshman year my roommate and I both rushed different sororites. Although it did prevent us from living together our sophomore year (we both chose to live in Husky Village, the on-campus housing for Greeks) she is still one of my closest friends. I loved meeting her friends and expanding my own circle of friends via our individual organizations.

“I heard all Greeks haze each other and make another drink their future brother or sister’s urine?”

That’s disgusting, so the answer is no. UConn upholds a serious anti-hazing policy that each organization honors. I promised myself that if I was hazed or made to feel uncomfortable during my new member period – the period of time before I was initiated into a sister of my sorority – that I would drop them and get out fast.

For your own knowledge,

UConn’s Anti-Hazing statement reads: “Hazing, defined as an act which endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student, or which destroys or removes public or private property for the purpose of initiation, admission into, affiliation with, or as a condition for continued membership in a group or organization. The express or implied consent of the victim will not be a defense.”

In short, joining Greek Life gave me a sense of place.

College is one big transition process where you’re simply trying to figure out who you are and who you want to be.

Joining a sorority simply gave me the opportunity to become a part of something that was larger than myself and most importantly, a home away from home.

to crank out a five page paper in two hours? You were lied to. It doesn’t matter how much “training” your teachers give you. The all-nighters in college sneak up on you stealthily. For weeks and then days they creep while you have no idea, because you’ve tucked

that assignment conveniently out of sight until it’s too late.

You go to class and your professor reminds you of the final draft due tomorrow. You look up surprised as if this is the first you’ve heard about it, and why on earth didn’t they give you earlier notice? Then those times

Because I entered college with this horrible warped perception that wearing Greek letters was equivalent to voluntarily stamping my forehead with the letters “D-UM-B” or “I-D-I-O-T.” I want to ensure that I put a rest to any rumors you may have heard.

“Aren’t all Greeks dumb?”

Allow me to simply dispel this one with the facts, which are conveniently located on UConn’s Greek life website (greeklife.uconn.edu).

Nationally, 71 percent of all Greeks graduate, while only 50 percent of non-Greeks graduate, nationally, the All Greek GPA is higher than the overall collegiate GPA, 85 percent of the Fortune 500 key executives are Greek, of the nation’s 50 largest corporations, 43 are headed by Greeks and 76 percent of the over 95,000 “Who’s Who in America” listings are Greek.

“Isn’t wearing letters like

wearing a Scarlet letter?”

No, absolutely not, and what an absurd thing to think!

Wearing letters simply means you are a part of an organization that is bigger than you.

It’s a reflection of what you stand for and what you’re passionate about. Although each Greek organization stands for individual goals and missions, all fraternities and sororities stand for academic excellence, leadership development and community service.

“Don’t Greeks not care about the community?”

According to UConn Greek Life’s website, not only are Greek-affiliated alumni more involved in civic organizations, but they contribute more financially to charitable organizations than non-Greek alumni.

In fact, each organization has their own national philanthropy that they raise money for throughout the year. For example, the Delta

Zeta sorority nationally puts efforts toward supporting the hearing and speech impaired.

At UConn, Delta Zeta holds their annual Turtle Kick Soccer Tournament to benefit The Painted Turtle, which is the sixth addition to Paul Newman’s Hole in the Wall Camps.

By Purbita Saha Staff Writer

chose this for my graduation playlist last semester, which just proves that it’s universal in attitude and reason. Kid Cudi gets below the surface of youthful rebellion with his words, “people told me slow my roll, I’m screaming out f*** that. I’m a do just what I want, looking ahead no turning back.” Your college years are the last few during which you can afford to have such a carefree outlook on life. It’s a jaded fact, but it’s true.

4) “Who Says” (John Mayer)- Speaking of being carefree, John Mayer’s piece about womanizing and doing illicit substances is sure to hit home with many college students. “Who Says” lacks the romance and the agony that can be found in the artist’s other songs. This makes it the perfect pick-me-up for a pining, home-sick freshman.

5) “Lift Off” (Kanye West, Jay-Z, Beyonce)- This track, still fresh from its summer release, could be a potential hit at parties. The beat needs to be sped up a little bit for it to be a true dance number, but thanks to the large population of DJs at UConn this minor detail should not be a problem.

6) “Driving Me Crazy” (Sam Adams)- Here’s two reasons to why you should brush up on your Sam Adams’ music.

One: according to Barstool Sports Boston, Adams is doing a show at UConn this semester. Two: since the Beantown rapper recently dropped out of Trinity College, pretty much all of his lyrics deal with skip-

Elmira.Fifo@UConn.edu

Dispelling the myths: the truths behind Greek life

By Jennifer Hurwitz Campus Correspondent One of my favorite questions I ever received while giving a tour to a prospective student was from an eager 17-year-old boy. After making some small talk about what other schools he was touring, he finally said, “So, you said you’re in a sorority, right? Is it like the movies?”

Allow me to translate his question: “Is Greek life comparable to ‘Animal House?’

Is it really filled with girls and guys who have no regard for the well being of their genitals, who would rather drink vodka than water and skip class because they’re in a permanent state of being hungover?”

Obviously if you think the above is true you’ve been watching way too much “GREEK” on ABC Family and should really get out more.

“Although each Greek organization stands for individual goals and missions, all fraternities and sororities stand for academic excellence” “Don’t all sororities hate each other?”

Jennifer.Hurwitz@UConn.edu

The poor college kid The essential freshman year playlist

By Joe O’Leary Staff Writer For those both new and familiar to college life, there’s one thing that everyone can agree on; it can get pretty expensive around campus if you’re not careful.

No matter how well you were paid at your summer job, by April, almost everyone on this campus will be some level of broke. But before you resign yourself to a year full of Ramen noodles and panhandling on Fairfield Way, here are some crucial tips to help you keep some extra green in your wallet.

First off, that book list?

Yeah, it looks pretty daunting.

It always does. But before you submit to the Co-op’s prices, be a smart shopper.

Not only can you order used books online for a fraction of their new cost on websites like Amazon.com or Buy.com, book rentals can be found at websites like chegg.com.

Why spend $150 on that textbook when you can spend $50? Another tip; wait until the first week of classes before you buy your stuff. Some professors never use his or her assigned textbooks, and if you scope out your classes, you might avoid wasting hundreds of dollars.

Whether you’re straightedge or you party harder than Andrew W.K., there will come a time during the weekend when you’re looking to order out.

Before you blow $30 on pizza, though, know that there are a ton of deals around cam-

pus; you’ll find tons of free coupons early in the semester.

Campusfood.com is another good money-saving bet; not only can you place online orders if you’re low on cash, but the website has frequent deals and coupons.

But why spend money on food if your meal plan can cover it? If you have the “Value” or “Ultimate” meal plan, you’ve got at least 200 points.

Points can be used as currency at many campus cafes and restaurants. Chuck and Augie’s and the Union Street Market, both located in the Student Union, take them, and on weekend nights, the Market offers wings, fries and pizza under your meal plan. Why not take advantage of them?

And speaking of the U, if you get tired of the price of some of the campus’s more famous vices (you’ll know what I mean soon enough), weekends feature free (or cheap) entertainment sponsored by SUBOG. Friday nights offer free movies and events at Late Night, as well as karaoke in the food court; Saturdays hold free concerts and open-mic nights, as well as recent movies including “Bridesmaids” and “Transformers” for a mere $2.

Hopefully, using these tips, you can save some money. Oh, yeah, and one more tip. Try to win the basketball lottery. If you don’t, well, black-market tickets don’t run cheap.

Joseph.O’Leary@UConn.edu

Freshmen, it’s time to tune in. Classes are in session, football’s just around the corner and the library isn’t teeming with students just yet.

You’re at UConn and things are going to be great.

It’s okay if you’re not feeling the vibe yet. It takes time, a little bit of effort and a better-than-decent playlist before things to start to smooth out.

So, to give you a headstart I’ve assembled ten songs that can help you to understand what being a college student is all about.

1) “Hello” (Martin Solveig and Dragonette)- This song might be getting old for some people, but I predict that it’ll still be a staple at all the UConn parties. Just turn up the bass on this track and unleash your most ridiculous dance moves on your fellow students. Self-consciousness meanwhile, can be shoved into the back seat.

2) “The First Day of My Life” (Bright Eyes)- Maybe I’m taking this song too literally, and maybe this song is too depressing to be included on this list. But all maybes aside, isn’t the chorus a perfect description of the freshmen situation? “This is the first day of my life, swear I was born right in the doorway. I went out in the rain, suddenly everything changed.” Isn’t it odd that Conor Oberst always knows how you’re feeling?

3) “Pursuit of Happiness” (Kid Cudi)- I think I also

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John Mayer’s “Who Says” helps fight homesickness.

ping class, sleeping late and being promiscuous. I’m pretty sure half of the UConn populace can relate.

7) “Ghosts n Stuff” (Deadmau5)- In the past year Deadmau5 has gained a slew of attention for his house/electro productions. This song is one his most well-known tracks and is relentless with its multi-faceted background and beat.

8) “Loud Pipes” (Ratatat)In conjunction to the recent rise of electronica, Ratatat has been expanding its influence by collaborating with various artists, such as Kanye West and Bjork. “Loud Pipes” is heavy with the synth and undeniably catchy. You can listen

to it when you need a break from studying, or when you’re at the gym. No matter where, no matter how, it’s simply a great song.

9) “Someone Like You” (Adele)- Forget “Rolling in the Deep,” this song is much more moving and inspiring. Adele is a good cure for the breakup blues, or any sort of other blues that you might have.

10) “Walk On” (U2)- This one’s for all the strangers that you may meet, the places you may go and the person you may become. The road between freshman year and senior year may seem like a long one, but trust me, the mile

Purbita.Saha@UConn.edu

Friday, August 26, 2011

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A word of advice for the incoming class of 2015

By Jennifer Hurwitz Campus Correspondent

Dear Freshmen: Hello and welcome to the magical land of UConn, where all dreams come true. Now that you’ve waved an either tearfully joyous or sad good bye to your family, grandparents, goldfish, dog and other pets of sorts and you’re either a) excited to spend the next year with the roommate you chose off of facebook because they’re pretty or b) quickly learning you’ll be locking your personal items for fear your roommate may impose their odd OCD habits upon your stuff, it’s time we address a pressing matter: how not to be a freshman.

Lanyards As a freshman, I wish I knew there were less humili-

ating ways to ensure the safety of my room key and ID card other than treating myself like a dog and wearing the aforementioned essentials around my neck.

After a month or two of walking around with one of Vera Bradley’s 100 paisley patterns permanently pressed against my chest, I made the mature and enlightening decision to place these items in my purse or backpack. If you’d rather look like a student than a kid on a leash, than I suggest you follow suit.

Seniors 2011 Apparel Nothing says freshman like a good old high school graduation “SENIORS 2011” sweatshirt with some questionable nickname your fellow teammates deemed you with. Wait until 2015, when this apparel begins flirting with the “vintage category,”

to break it out.

3. BFFS from home: it’s kind of difficult to make friends with the girl or guy who always seems to start a sentence with “My best friend from home and I…” So be wise and limit the amount of time you spend telling your new pals about all the activities you and your friends from kinder-care had together for the last decade plus.

High School Relationships Ahhh yes, the most sticky situation of all. Given that I entered college trying to do the whole “long distance/open relationship thing,” I’ll save my speech and leave you with this: if the relationship is holding you back from meeting new people or you find yourself wanting to chat with your beau rather then spend a night wandering through Carriage, you may want to

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UConn students and their parents move into the residence halls in August, 2008.

reevaluate how the relationship is impacting your ability to genuinely enjoy the precious time you have at school.

So best of luck this year. I wish you all the best as you embark upon your own individual adventure filled with

lanyard-less walks through campus.

Jennifer.Hurwitz@UConn.edu

AP

The Impressions perform during The Message in the Music concert in conjunction with the dedication of the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial in Washington, Thursday, Aug. 25, 2011. Several soulful artists gathered to perform and celebrate the work of King Jr.

Chris Brown: A good neighbor?

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A judge wants to know whether Chris Brown is being a good neighbor.

Superior Court Judge Patricia Schnegg ordered prosecutors Thursday to get more details about neighborhood complaints about the R&B singer before his next Oct. 12 court hearing. Brown is on probation for a 2009 attack on then-girlfriend Rihanna.

The judge said she had received several calls from Brown's neighbors, but said she had not spoken directly to the people. She did not seem overly concerned about the complaints, but wanted more information about them and where Brown would complete his community service.

The singer had served 581 hours of community service in Virginia as of January, but needs to complete six months' worth of community labor to complete the

terms of his probation. He recently moved to West Hollywood, Calif., and his attorney Mark Geragos said Brown may ask to complete his service in California.

Geragos downplayed the neighbor dispute, saying Brown was not at fault for some of the complaints. Geragos said West Hollywood city officials have dismissed more than $15,000 in parking citations Brown racked up for parking in a handicapped space at his condominium complex because those were the spaces assigned to him.

Brown has received mostly glowing probation reports since he was sentenced for the Rihanna attack two years ago. A probation report filed Thursday noted that media reports have focused on outbursts by Brown, but states that none of the conduct has been reported to probation officials.

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Cano, Martin, Granderson hit slams, Yanks romp

NEW YORK (AP) — In nearly a century of storied slugging, the Bronx Bombers had never put on a show quite like this.

Nobody had, in fact.

The New York Yankees became the first team in major league history to hit three grand slams in a game, with Robinson Cano, Russell Martin and Curtis Granderson connecting Thursday in a wet, wild 22-9 romp over the Oakland Athletics.

"I'm surprised it hadn't been done before with all the great teams and great individual hitters that have come throughout the course of the game," Granderson said.

On a dreary afternoon, some fans headed home with the Yankees trailing 7-1 after three innings and rain still falling in a game that began after an 89-minute delay.

Turns out they missed the Yankees coming home – over and over and over.

Cano began the barrage with his slam in the fifth, a clean shot into the lower deck in right field off starter Rich Harden that made it 7-6.

Martin connected in the sixth off Fautino De Los Santos (2-1), a fly that barely made it over the auxiliary scoreboard in right for a 10-7 lead.

Granderson took his turn in the eighth, launching a no-doubt drive into New York's rightcenter field bullpen with two outs off Bruce Billings.

With MLB in its 136th year and approaching its 200,000th regular-season game next month, the Yankees knew it was a slammin' day. Not until they saw a note posted on the video board about the three slams, however, did they realize exactly what they'd achieved.

"You're not going to see it again, probably," said captain Derek Jeter, who batted a whopping four times with the bases loaded and drove in one run.

"You can't explain it."

Martin homered twice and doubled, setting career highs with five hits and six RBIs. Cano and Granderson each drove in five runs as the Yankees pulled off their biggest comeback win since 2006 and avoided a threegame sweep.

"Definitely cool. It was fun to be part of it," Martin said.

"When there's nowhere to

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put them, they have to throw strikes."

"This game has been played for a long time. Pretty much everything has already happened. I'm waiting to see who hits four," he added.

Said Granderson: "There are so many players that have played. There's a few times I've been one of a few or the first guy this season or something like that. But the fact that we as a team have done something that all the teams that have ever played this game have never done before, especially all the offenses ... it kind of speaks to what this offense is."

Billings watched Granderson's shot sail.

"I was looking at it, hoping that it was not going to go out," he said. "I'm not thinking about trying to give up another grand slam."

The 22 runs marked the most allowed by the Athletics since 1955, when they were based in Kansas City and lost 29-6 to the Chicago White Sox. "It only counts as one, but it was definitely embarrassing," Oakland interim manager Bob Melvin said. "We got the lead early and just weren't able to hold it. It just got out of hand."

The Yankees also did something special with their gloves.

Five-time All-Star catcher Jorge Posada made his first career appearance at second base and had the final play, fielding a grounder and firing a one-hop throw that knocked over first baseman Nick Swisher and left him laughing as he caught it.

"I threw it too hard. I got super excited," said Posada, long ago a second baseman in the minors. "That tells you right there why they moved me behind the plate."

Yankees manager Joe Girardi said Posada began hounding him in the eighth inning.

"I think at this point it was 16-8 and I was going to put Russell at second. Jorge went and got his mitt and started telling me, 'I'll go to second, I'll go to second,'" Girardi said.

"Everything that Jorge has done for this organization, the numbers he's put up and the year that he's been through this year, it was just hard to say no," he said.

AP

New York Yankee' Robinson Cano rounds the bases after hitting a grand slam off of Oakland Athletics pitcher Rich Harden, right, during the fifth inning of a baseball game Thursday, at Yankee Stadium in New York.

Funny, the Yankees had their chances to hit even more slams.

They came to bat a startling 16 times with the bases loaded, going 6 for 13 with two walks and a sacrifice fly. Jeter grounded out twice, struck out and walked in his chances.

"I don't know if I've ever heard of a stat of a guy being up four times with the bases loaded," Girardi said.

Jeter did get three hits and briefly boosted his average to .300. Quite a climb from that July day that began with him mired at .257 and ended with him getting his 3,000th career hit.

Granderson's slam gave him 103 RBIs. The Yankees had hit two slams in a game three times, but never at home. They

lead the majors with eight slams this year.

The Yankees scored six times in the seventh, helped by seven walks in the inning. They added six more in the eighth, with Andruw Jones homering after Granderson's slam.

Overall it was the Yankees' highest-scoring game since they got 22 runs at Boston in 2000, and it tied the team record set in 1931 for most in a home game.

Cliff Pennington homered, doubled and drove in four runs for the A's. Scott Sizemore also homered.

Yet for all the combined 36 hits and 15 walks, this day seemed to turn on something much more elementary – the weather.

Yankees fans weren't in a

forgiving mood at the outset.

They booed when a battered Phil Hughes walked off in the third inning and jeered when Pennington hit reliever Cory Wade's first pitch for a threerun homer that put the Athletics ahead 7-1.

But there was a big cheer when the sun poked through the clouds as the A's batted in the fourth. Between innings, the stadium sound crew played "Here Comes the Sun" by the Beatles.

Moments later, the Yankees bats came out, too.

Martin began New York's rally with a solo home run in the fourth. Cano lined his second slam of the season and sixth of his career the next inning.

Martin connected in the sixth

and Granderson capped the grand outburst.

The last time the Yankees had hit two grand slams in a game was Sept. 14, 1999, when Bernie Williams and Paul O'Neill did it at Toronto.

This was the seventh time the A's franchise gave up at least two slams in a game, STATS LLC said. Detroit's Ryan Raburn and Brandon Inge did it last in 2009 and the first came in 1936, when Tony Lazzeri of the Yankees hit a pair at Philadelphia.

Boone Logan (4-2) got the win.

Alex Rodriguez returned to the Yankees' lineup after missing two games with a sprained left thumb. He had two hits and scored three runs.

Jim Thome accepts deal, returns home in trade to Cleveland

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Jim Thome acknowledges the crowd after a ceremony honoring him for his 600th career home run prior to the baseball game against the New York Yankees Thursday, Aug. 18.

CLEVELAND (AP) — Jim Thome has swung back to the Cleveland Indians.

The slugger accepted a trade from Minnesota on Thursday night to return to the Indians, the team he started with and one hoping its career home run leader can help them run down the first-place Detroit Tigers in the AL Central.

A unexpected season full of surprises and comeback wins for the Indians, has the most improbable return of all.

As he's done on more than 600 career homers, Thome has rounded the bags and is coming home.

Thome spent 12 seasons with Cleveland from 1991-2002, hitting a team-record 334 homers and helping the Indians get to two World Series. He hit 52 in his final season before signing as a free agent with Philadelphia, a decision that angered many Indians fans who will have to welcome him back.

"He's excited," Indians general manager Chris Antonetti said.

"He's fired up to come back and join the team. I am hopeful and confident that fans will embrace him wearing an Indians uniform again. He's not only an exceptional player but a person as well.

Even if he wasn't a person that hit 600 home runs, he's just a great person."

Earlier this month, the five-time All-Star became the eighth player in history to hit 600 homers.

The 40-year-old Thome waived a no-trade clause in his contract to clear his return to the Indians, who have been in contention all season but have lost six of their last seven games amid a rash of injuries.

Thome's arrival will soften the loss of designated hitter Travis Hafner, who is on the disabled list and may need season-ending foot surgery.

The Indians put a claim in for Thome on Wednesday, two days after the Twins waived him. Once the Indians were awarded Thome, the clubs had 48 hours to work out a trade. The Twins will receive a

player to be named by Oct. 15.

Antonetti hopes Thome will arrive in time to be in the Indians' lineup Friday night. Antonetti doesn't expect Thome to play every game.

"We will have to manage his playing time," Antonetti said.

"He's certainly not an everyday player at this point. We'll work with Jim on this. We'd like to have him out there to impact the team as often as we can. Every game for the team is meaningful. We are trying to win as many games as possible and we'll see where that takes us."

Thome's bat once helped Cleveland twice get close to its first Series title since 1948, and now the Indians hope it still has a little magic.

"What If?" team president Mark Shapiro tweeted, using the team's 2011 motto. "Jim Thome came home."

After finishing 25 games out in 2010, the Indians weren't expected to contend this season, but have been at or near the top of their division since April. However, as August drains to its final days, the Indians have slipped back in the standings and trail the Tigers by 6½ as they enter a three-game series against Kansas City.

The Twins are 16 games behind, which is why they decided to part with Thome, who has also played for the Chicago White Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers.

On his most recent visit to Cleveland, the Peoria, Ill., native said he would relish a chance to finish his career where it began.

Thome's return will probably give the Indians an immediate attendance boost, and may help some of the fans who couldn't forgive him for leaving despite saying his Indians jersey would have to be torn off for him to go anywhere else.

A skinny third baseman when he came up, Thome, along with fellow All-Stars Sandy Alomar Jr., Albert Belle, Kenny Lofton,

Manny Ramirez and Carlos Baerga formed the core of the Indians' teams that dominated their division in the '90s and went to the World Series in 1995 and 1997 –losing both times.

Thome's big swing, a blend of quickness, power and followthrough, and his aw-shucks attitude, made him one of Cleveland's most popular players. That changed, though, following the '02 season.

As a free agent, Thome turned down a generous, long-term contract from the Indians – who even offered to build a statue in his honor – for a chance to win in Philadelphia. At the time, he felt the Phillies were closer to a title than the Indians, who were in the early stages of a massive rebuilding project.

Thome had a memorable first season in Minnesota, leading the team with 25 homers in just 276 at-bats with the Twins in 2010. His aching back felt better than it had in years, and he was energized by the youthful energy surrounding him as he helped the Twins run away with the division crown.

Thome had several suitors as a free agent in the offseason. He ultimately decided to return to the Twins, thinking a nucleus of Joe Mauer, Justin Morneau and Michael Cuddyer would help him capture the World Series championship that has eluded him all these years. But his second season in Minnesota hasn't gone nearly as well. He has struggled with injuries to his back, toe and quadriceps that have slowed that mighty left-handed swing of his, and Mauer and Morneau have also been out for long stretches.

Thome surpassed the 600homer mark with two blasts at Detroit earlier this month, one of his only highlights this season.

Now he has another.

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Sports

Men's basketball opener highlights top games

By Matt McDonough Sports Editor The incoming freshmen will make plenty of memories at UConn sporting events over the next few years. Here are five games this autumn that will kickstart the memories this year.

Men’s Soccer White Out: The “Goal Patrol” student section will be in full force at Morrone Stadium Sept. 24 when the Red Storm come to town.

The Huskies matchup with St. John’s at 7:30 p.m. is “White Out Morrone Night.” The first 150 fans receive free white t-shirts. UConn cheerleaders and Jonathan the Husky Dog will be making a rare appearance on the pitch.

Homecoming: The Huskies take on South Florida Oct. 16 at Rentschler Field in the annual Homecoming contest. In the conference matchup between the two schools the last two seasons, UConn has relied on clutch kicking from Dave Teggart. The placekicker drilled a game-winning field goal through the snow at the Rent two years ago to give the seniors a happy sendoff in 2009.

Last season, in perhaps the most important game in school history, Teggart hit a 52-yarder in Tampa to give the Huskies a

19-16 victory and clinch a BCS bowl berth. Although this midseason meeting may not promise the drama of a December matchup, it is the first Big East home game for UConn.

Fall sports vs. Syracuse: The Huskies have defeated Syracuse four straight times on the gridiron but the Orange appear headed for brighter days. Syracuse won the New Era Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium last season and coach Doug Marrone has turned the program around. With UConn coach Paul Pasqualoni back in the Big East and facing his former school for the first time on Nov. 5, this classic hardwood rivalry is headed for a heated series on the football field.

The Huskies and Syracuse aren’t best of friends on the wet astro turf either. On Oct. 23 in Storrs, the field hockey seniors will take the field at the Sherman Family Sports Complex for the final time and will look to avenge two losses against the Orange last year.

UConn fell by a goal in both the regular season and Big East championship meetings.

Football vs. Rutgers: The Huskies will look to snap a three-game losing streak to

Rutgers on Nov. 26 in East Hartford. The last time the two teams met at Rentschler Field, in 2009, it was an emotional affair. In the first home game following the murder of Jasper Howard, UConn lost a lead late after two fourth quarter scores put the Huskies ahead by three. Tim Brown caught an 81-yard touchdown pass with 22 seconds remaining to defeat UConn 28-24.

This year’s contest will be on Senior Day and will have possible bowl and Big East title implications.

Men’s Basketball Opener: UConn officially begins its national title defense at home against Columbia on Nov. 11. Although “First Night” in October will have plenty of fanfare and reminders of last year’s NCAA championship, the banner will be unveiled at Gampel Pavilion before the Huskies take on the Lions. The most-anticipated game of the season may be the February 25 game against Syracuse at 9 p.m. That morning, the Huskies will host ESPN’s College Gameday at Gampel Pavilion.

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The UConn men's basketball team celebrates after winning the Big East championship on March 12. It was the Huskies' fifth win in five days. UConn would go on to win the national championship April 4. The team will start its title defense November 11.

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Reid: "Polls mean nothing. We're Charno and Cuevas team up on defense about trying to win games." as Tsantiris throws newcomers into fire

from FRESHMEN, page 14 experience playing internationally for Jamaica, he “probably has more experience than most freshmen coming in.”

“Andre can help us,” said coach Ray Reid.

Fellow freshman goaltender Greg O’Brien called Blake a really good player. “What sets him apart is his range on crosses,” O’Brien said.

Blake said he is “elated” to play for UConn this fall. In comparing his international experience playing to the college level, he says that the pace is a bit higher, and the quality is a bit up in the NCAA. When asked to describe himself, Blake responded, “I’m a very fierce guy. When it’s work time, it’s work time.”

Two other impactful newcomers are freshman Allando Matheson and centerback Michael Mercado. Matheson is currently suffering from a quad injury but has received high praise from O’Brien and Reid. Mercado, a sophomore transfer from Mt. San Antonio

College, will fill the hole Brickley’s graduation has created. “[Mercado] is a steady guy and he’s played in a lot of good soccer games in the coarse of his young career,” Deeley said. “We’re hoping that [he and Blake] are more advanced than their actual years.”

Freshman forward Tyler Leeman will likely get some playing time as well. Midfielder Shane Hudson, goalie Jacob Wagmeister and defenders Shane Hudson, Istvan Kanyo and Will Noiset make up the rest of the incoming class.

The team is largely an experienced one with most spots being taking by upperclassmen.

“It’s a nucleus of guys that have been together a few years now,” Deeley said. “We’re better prepared for the challenges and bumps in the road [than in recent years]. The talent is definitely there. It’s more of a case of getting through the adversity of the season.”

There will be many challenges early on, and in order for UConn to succeed, the freshmen that do play—particularly Blake—will

need to play well. The Huskies will play No. 18 Michigan St., No. 14 California, No. 5 SMU, and No. 13 Boston College in the first seven games of the season. After that begins the conference schedule, which includes games against No. 1 Louisville, No. 11 Notre Dame, and No. 22 West Virginia.

“We’re hoping [the young players] handle it okay,” Deely said. “You can never tell until you get there.”

“We’ve got a pretty good team. We know what we’re capable of doing,” Blake said.

“Those are the teams we really want to play, because to be a championship team you need to beat good teams.”

The overall mentality is to not pay attention to the rankings, though, especially at this point of the season.

“Polls mean nothing,” Reid said. “We’re about trying to win games.”

UConn takes on St. Francis Saturday at 1 p.m. at Joseph J. Morrone Stadium.

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Wozniacki advances in New Haven Open

NEW HAVEN (AP) — Topranked Caroline Wozniacki remained undefeated at Yale, advancing to the semifinals of the New Haven Open on Thursday with a 7-5, 6-3 win over 19-yearold American Christina McHale.

Wozniacki is 15-0 at the WTA's final tuneup before the U.S. Open and is the tournament's three-time defending champion.

She broke McHale, playing in her second career quarterfinal match, to win a close first set, and again in the eighth game of the second set.

Li Na endured several hours of

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Caroline Wozniacki, of Denmark, stretches for a forehand return during the first set against Christina McHale, of the United States, at the New Haven Open.

rain delays and three sets of tennis before advancing in her quarterfinal, 6-4, 3-6, 6-2, over Russia's Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova. Li will play Czech qualifier Petra Cetkovska who beat fourth-seed

Marion Bartoli 7-5, 7-5.

Wozniacki will face thirdseeded Francesca Schiavone, who advanced when Anabel Medina Garrigues withdrew due to a knee injury.

Newton takes step back, Panthers lose

CINCINNATI (AP) — Carolina rookie quarterback Cam Newton took a step back on his road to NFL stardom.

Cincinnati's Andy Dalton, another rookie, took a huge leap forward.

Dalton, Cincinnati's secondround draft pick from Texas Christian, led four first-half scoring drives and the Bengals held on for a 24-13 preseason victory Thursday night.

Dalton was an efficient 11 of 17 for 130 yards and a touchdown for Cincinnati (1-2), putting together a 107.5 quarterback rating, a vast improvement over the 30.9 figure he took into the game. He didn't

play in the second half.

"We did a good job of moving the ball," Bengals coach Marvin Lewis said. "We threw the ball well and the running game was physical."

Newton, the overall No. 1 pick, went into the game with a 65.2 quarterback rating after two games. He rushed for 41 yards in the first half, including a 16-yard scramble for a touchdown. He played the first three series of the third quarter before giving way to second-year quarterback Jimmy Clausen and finished 6 for 19 for 75 yards and a 44.8 rating.

Newton reverted to the Heisman Trophy-winning style he used while leading Auburn to last year's national championship to account for his first touchdown as a pro.

After Chris Gamble recovered a fumble by Cedric Benson at the Cincinnati 46, Newton led Carolina (1-2) on a six-play scoring drive. He completed just one of four passes on the possession, but he capped it by scrambling 16 yards for the score. Cornerback Jonathan Wade hit Newton at about the 2-yard line, but Newton spun out of Wade's grasp and dived into the end zone with 6:17 left in the first quarter.

from HUSKIES', page 14 Charno isn’t the only freshman that enters her collegiate career with several accolades.

Fellow defender Cuevas, who was in the starting lineup against Northeastern, was an ESPN Rise First Team AllAmerican and defender Roma was an ESPN Rise All-Star.

Meanwhile, midfielder Riley Houle, another freshmen starter, was awarded Connecticut’s Gatorade Player of the Year

and joined Charno as an ESPN Rise Second-Team member.

Coach Len Tsantiris, who is entering his 31st season, doesn’t seem to have any problem throwing his newcomers into the fire and the freshmen have responded well in the early going.

According to Charno, they have their upperclassmen teammates to thank for that.

“The upperclassmen are helping so much,” Charno said. "They have all been in

our shoes and all felt how we are feeling these first few weeks… [telling me to] stay positive and stay focused, keep working hard every day and things will get easier.”

The Huskies’ next challenge will be Colgate. More than likely, their lineup will be littered with freshmen again when they take the field.

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Jones excited to make an impact on field, play for father's former coach from HIS, page 14 Indeed, Jones followed in his father’s footsteps and starred at New Britain High School. He caught eight touchdowns in both his junior and senior seasons, earning All-State accolades from the Hartford Courant, New Britain Herald, and the Connecticut High School Coaches Association. He also played basketball and ran track for the Golden Hurricanes.

Although Jones garnered attention from colleges on the hardwood, recruiters knew he wanted to play football in college. After considering Boston College, Maryland and Iowa, Jones decided to stay in-state and play football for the Huskies.

Jones arrived in Storrs last season and redshirted. Although he never played a game for the Big East champion and Fiesta Bowl participant, Jones earned the Offensive Scout Player of the Week prior to the contest against Texas Southern and was named the Special Teams Scout Player of the Week during the week of practice before the West Virginia matchup. UConn won both those

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games. Jones is working hard in training camp this summer to crack the rotation and make his first impact on the field in the fall.

“Preparation this summer has been very demanding with the training camp schedule,” Jones said. “It was very honoring to be part of the Big East championship team and to help give a good look to the starting defense when I was on the scout team, but this year I have demanded more from myself since I will be playing on the field and not just be watching from the sidelines.”

And with multiple wide receivers transferring over the offseason, including Dwayne Difton and Leon Kinnard, both of whom saw playing time last season, Jones has an opportunity to see plenty of action.

“With or without the transfers I always have high confidence in myself,” Jones said. “And I know with my hard work over the summer, it is going to transfer over to the field and I believe I can make a great impact this year in the team’s success.”

It didn’t hurt that UConn hired

Paul Pasqualoni this past spring.

Pasqualoni coached at Syracuse from 1991-2004, and one of his notable recruits was defensive standout Tebucky Jones, Sr. Jones went on to become a first round pick of the Patriots in 1998 and Pasqualoni won four Big East titles at the helm of the Orangemen.

Now Pasqualoni has a chance for the same success with Jones Jr. “It is very exciting playing for Coach P. because he has done it all and is a very well respected coach,” Jones said. “He has won conference championships and has sent numerous players to the NFL so he has a very impressive resume and I believe he will lift our program to the next level.”

Jones seemingly has it all: the competitive fire, athletic genes, and most of all, the football pedigree.

He is definitely his ‘father’s son.’

As for what happens in Jones’s future, well, that’s up to him. The eldest Jones cemented his legacy almost a decade ago. As for Tebucky Jr., the molding of his legacy starts now.

Matthew.McDonough@UConn.edu

Francis leads Royals past Blue Jays 9-6

TORONTO (AP) — Jeff Francis pitched six-plus innings to win for the first time since July 29, Melky Cabrera homered and the Kansas City Royals beat the Toronto Blue Jays 9-6 on Thursday night.

Billy Butler went 4 for 5 with two RBIs and scored twice as the Royals won their first series since taking two of three against Baltimore from Aug. 2-4. It was Kansas City's first series victory in Toronto since August 2002.

Butler doubled and scored in the fourth, singled in both the sixth and seventh and doubled home a pair of runs off reliever

Shawn Camp in the eighth. He went 8 for 15 with five extrabase hits to help the Royals win twice in the three-game series.

J.P. Arencibia and Edwin Encarnacion homered for the Blue Jays, but Toronto lost for the fourth time in six games.

Francis (5-14) came in 0-3 with an 8.27 ERA in his past four outings but was solid in his first career start in Canada. The left-hander, born in Vancouver, British Columbia, improved to 3-0 with a 2.37 ERA in three career starts against Toronto.

The Blue Jays managed just three hits against Francis over the first six innings before

chasing him in the seventh.

Kelly Johnson led off with a single and Arencibia followed with a two-run drive to left, his 20th. Francis left after Mike McCoy followed with a single.

Greg Holland came on and got Yunel Escobar to ground into a force before fanning Eric Thames and Jose Bautista.

Holland pitched two innings and Joakim Soria gave up Encarnacion's 13th homer, a two-run shot in the ninth.

Francis, who won just one of his previous nine decisions, gave up two runs and six hits.

He walked three, one intentional, and struck out five.

Kemba Walker may not be back in Storrs, but the Daily Campus Sports Section is...

Come to the first meeting: Monday at 8:30 p.m.

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Sports

The Daily Question was the biggest accomplishment by a UConn athlete this Q : “What summer?”

A : “Kemba Walker making it to the NBA.”

Next Paper’s Question:

“What game this year are you the most looking forward to?”

Email your answers, along with your name, semester standing and major, to sports@dailycampus.com. The best answer will appear in the next paper.

–Courtney Hudson, 5th-semester allied health major.

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The Daily Roundup

“There’s no anger toward anybody over there.”

Football (0-0)

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– Plaxico Burress, Jets’ wide receiver, on facing his former team, the Giants

Home: Rentschler Field, East Hartford

AP

Sept. 1 Fordham 7:30 p.m.

Sept. 10 Sept. 16 Vanderbilt Iowa State 7:30 p.m. 8 p.m.

Oct. 1 Western Michigan 3:30 p.m.

Oct. 8 West Virginia Noon

Sept. 9 Tulsa 8:35 p.m.

Sept. 11 Southern Methodist 12:30 p.m.

Men’s Soccer (0-0-0) Tomorrow St. Francis 1:00 p.m.

Sept. 1 Michigan State 7:30 p.m.

Sept. 4 California 7:30 p.m

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A Long Day at the Park

Women’s Soccer (0-1-0) August 28 CCSU 7:00 p.m.

Sept. 2 Sept. 9 Sept. 11 Sept. 4 Wake BU Harvard Virginia Tech Forest 7:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m.

7:30 p.m.

Field Hockey (0-0) Today Hofstra Noon

Sept. 10 Sunday Sept. 4 Stanford Penn State Albany NY Noon 5:00 p.m.

Noon

Sept. 11 Drexel 2:00 p.m.

Volleyball (0-0) Today Tomorrow Tomorrow Sept. 2 Sept. 3 Grambling Texas Tech TCU Holy Cross Howard State 11:30 a.m. 8:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 12:30 p.m.

5:30 p.m.

Men’s Tennis Sept. 11 Sept. 16 Fairfield Dbls. Brown Invitational Invitational All Day All Day

Sept. 17 Brown Invitational All Day

Sept. 18 Brown Invitational All Day

Sept. 21 Siena 3:00 p.m.

Women’s Tennis Sept. 11 Sept. 16 Fairfield Dbls. Quinnipiac Invitational Invite All Day All Day

Sept. 17 Quinnipiac Invite All Day

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Sept. 18 Sept. 23 Quinnipiac Army Invite Invitational All Day All Day

Men’s Cross Country Sept. 24 Oct. 8 Oct. 15 Oct. 21 Sept. 17 Ted Owens New England Conn. College CCSU Mini UMass Invite Invite Champ.

Champ.

Meet TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA

Women’s Cross Country Sept. 2 Sept. 10 Blue Devil Bryant Invite.

Invite.

TBA TBA

Sept. 24 Roy Griak Invite.

TBA

Sept. 24 Ted Owen Invite.

TBA

Oct. 8 New Englands TBA

Sept. 19-20 Sept. 26-27 Oct. 10-11 Adams Cup Hawks Connecticut of Newport Invitational Cup All Day All Day All Day

Oct. 15-16 Shelter Harbor All Day

Golf Sept. 4-5 Turning Stone All Day

Rowing Oct. 2 Oct. 22 Head of the Head of the Riverfront Charles All Day All Day

Oct. 29 Head of the Fish All Day

New York Yankees’ Russell Martin, right, rounds the bases after hitting a grand slam off Oakland Athletics pitcher Fautino De Los Santos during the sixth inning of a baseball game at Yankee Stadium in New York.

Packers to add 6,600 seats at Lambeau Field by ‘13

MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Green Bay Packers announced plans Thursday to add 6,600 new seats at venerable Lambeau Field in time for the 2013 season, part of a selffunded $130 million project that will be welcome news to the 81,000 fans on the waiting list for season tickets.

The Packers also had fans buzzing by suggesting they might pay for the project through a stock sale that would give even more people a chance to be a part-owner of one of the NFL’s most storied franchises.

“We’re excited to begin work on the expansion of Lambeau Field,” Packers President Mark Murphy said, noting that additional seats will mean more game-day crowd noise.

He also said the community will benefit though construction jobs and having more fans in town for the games.

The seats will be in four levels in the south end zone. The prices haven’t been set yet but are expected to range between the current cost for bowl seats, where the top price is $87, and club seats, where the top price is $313. The project also includes a new rooftop viewing terrace that club-seat holders can use on game days, along with new gates, elevators and access points for people with disabilities.

Lambeau Field is the oldest continually operating NFL stadium, and the third-oldest continually operating venue in major sports behind Chicago’s Wrigley Field and Boston’s Fenway Park. The stadium has undergone numerous renovations, updates and additions since opening in 1957 with 32,500 seats; it now has 73,128.

The new seats will be distributed through a seniority system. Current season-ticket holders will get first access with a chance to trade their existing seats, and priority goes to those who have held tickets the longest. After that, fans on the waiting list will finally get a chance they’ve spent decades waiting for.

Nathan Bitzer, 35, has been on the list since 1996, when he was somewhere around No. 33,000. In 15 years, he has moved up to about 26,000, he said.

“I’m hopeful,” said Bitzer, who lives in St. Paul, Minn. “But I’ll probably be dead for 200 or 300 years before my name comes up. It’s more just to affirm my fandom with the team.”

Bitzer joked that he also put his 3- and 4-year-old daughters on the list because “they can choose everything in life but they can’t choose not to be Packers fans.”

The team said it was considering raising money through a stock sale, which would be the team’s fifth and first since it sold shares for $200 each in 1997. More than 111,500 people own shares, which the team prohibits from being resold.

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Colts agree to terms with QB Kerry Collins

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts are bringing one veteran quarterback out of retirement.

No, not Brett Favre.

The Colts agreed to terms Wednesday with Kerry Collins, making him the likely starter in case Peyton Manning hasn’t completely recovered from offseason neck surgery when the season opens Sept. 11.

Collins said he has been given no indication that Manning won’t play at Houston.

“Hopefully, Peyton will be back, but if he’s not maybe I can be one of the guys that can help this ball club,” Collins said in a conference call with reporters Wednesday night. “The biggest draw for me coming here was just being with a team that I have a lot of respect for and a lot of history with, and really to be with a great team and play with one of greatest quarterbacks of all time.”

Collins agreed to a one-year contract and acknowledged he could be talked into staying longer than 2011.

Not everyone in the Colts locker room is enamored with the move.

“We don’t even know him, we ain’t vanilla, man, we ain’t no simple offense,” receiver Reggie Wayne said. “So for him to come in here and be the starter, I don’t see it. I think that’s a step back.”

Colts coach Jim Caldwell wasn’t available to talk with reporters about Collins, a player he coached at Penn State, because the official announcement didn’t come until after practice. Caldwell spoke with reporters before practice. But he struck a calm tone in a statement released by the team.

“He is a veteran quarterback who has started many games and he brings dimen-

sion and depth to the quarterback position, which will be helpful,” Caldwell said. “He is familiar with our division and will make a great addition to our roster.”

The move is another indication that Manning’s streak of 227 consecutive starts, including playoff games, is in serious jeopardy for the first time since 2008.

Manning had surgery May 23 to repair a nerve in his neck, and the recovery has gone slower than expected partially, Manning said, because he couldn’t work out with team trainers during the 4 1/2month lockout.

On Saturday morning, Colts owner Jim Irsay wrote on Twitter that the Colts should be prepared to play without Manning in the opener against the division-rival Texans.

Later that day, Manning acknowledged he did not expect to play in the final two preseason games and that he would need the next two weeks just to get healthy.

Collins said the first call from Indy came Saturday, too.

Caldwell hasn’t said when he expects Manning to return to the field after signing a five-year, $90 million contract to stay in Indy last month.

“I think he laid out pretty well where he is, and that he is working extremely hard to try and get back as quickly as he possibly can,” Caldwell said Monday. “He’s going to work hard at trying to get back and get ready, and he’s doing everything he can to do so.”

And if he’s not ready? Well, there’s Collins, who has played in 195 career games with Tennessee, New Orleans, the New York Giants, Oakland and Carolina before retiring in July.

Collins has a career 55.8 completion percentage and has thrown for 40,441 yards, 206 touchdowns and 195 interceptions. As the starter, Collins has led his team to the playoffs four times, including a Super Bowl appearance with the Giants in the 2000 season.

Wayne, a five-time Pro Bowl player and one of Manning’s favorite targets, has supported backup Curtis Painter. And while he called Collins “a great guy,” he said he was worried about the Colts getting better.

“Who says Kerry’s going to be the starter?” Wayne said. “Just because we bring him in doesn’t mean he’s the starter. He’s got to learn too, right? Unless they gave him a playbook months ago, he’s got to learn to.

“I don’t care who you are, I mean I’m not going to let anyone just come in here and just push someone (like Painter) aside like you’re that dog now, you know what I mean?” Wayne added.

Painter has started both preseason games this year, completing 8-of-16 passes for 95 yards with no touchdowns and one interception. In Friday night’s 16-3 loss to Washington, Painter managed only one first down and couldn’t get the offense past its 29 despite playing the entire first half.

He hasn’t played in a regular season game since 2009. Another backup, Dan Orlovsky, has played in 13 games in six NFL seasons, and the other quarterback on the roster is undrafted rookie Mike Hartline.

For his part, Painter doesn’t expect it to take Collins long to get up to speed.

“He’s a veteran guy, been around a while, I’m sure the terminology across the league isn’t too different,” Painter said. “I expect he’ll come in and pick it up quite well.”

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P.13: Colts sign QB Collins. / P.12: Wozniacki remains undefeated at the New Haven Open. / P.11: Thome gets traded back to Cleveland.

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Don’t be surprised Colin McDonough Welcome to UConn, Class of 2015. You have the best four years of your life ahead of you. Unless the Mayans had it right and the world ends in December 2012.

If that’s the case, then the men’s basketball team better repeat, so it’s worth your while to spend your final days in Storrs.

Don’t be surprised if UConn does win its second straight, and fourth overall, national championship. Although the Huskies lost Kemba Walker to the purgatory that is the NBA lockout, you’ve got some pretty talented classmates in Ryan Boatright and Deandre Daniels that will give us a great shot to celebrate in New Orleans. With Jeremy Lamb, Alex Oriakhi and the rest of the core that reeled off 11 straight wins last spring back for more, don’t be surprised if we’re back at the Final Four keeping John Calipari offand Jim Calhoun on-the podium again. But before basketball comes football season, and on Sept. 1 you will get exposed to your first dose of major college athletics.

Don’t be surprised if you see fellow students leaving the Fordham game after three quarters. It happens at Rentschler Field. We do have a great student section by Big East standards and according to announcements you’ll hear during timeouts, the AT&T student section is the best student section in the country. The UConn football team went undefeated at the Rent last year on its way to a Big East title and Fiesta Bowl appearance.

You have the chance to keep the streak going and help the Huskies to another BCS bowl. Also, don’t be surprised if they need a little more help this year than last year.

Don’t be surprised if it feels like the World Cup has hit campus one or two nights a week. Incredible soccer programs with incredible fans lie just beyond the Shenkman Training Center in Morrone Stadium. The men’s soccer team is one of the nation’s leaders in attendance and joining the Goal Patrol student section would be a great way to spend your Friday nights during your first semester. Like the aforementioned men’s basketball team, the men’s soccer team also has three national championships to its credit. The field hockey team has two national titles, but I must mention the school leader in No. 1 finishes.

Don’t be surprised if you feel as though 10,167 clones of your grandparents have set foot in Storrs at random times from November to March. Relax, it’s just a women’s basketball game. And you should probably check some of those out.

UConn did not win the national title last year (whoa, that feels weird to say), the Huskies lost not only two more games than usual, but also Maya Moore, one of the best players in school history. UConn can’t replace the best No. 23 in the game since Jordan, but don’t be surprised if they do. Again, your very own classmates Brianna Banks, Kiah Stokes and Kaleena MosquedaLewis will attempt to lead Geno and Co. to title No. 8.

Finally, don’t be surprised if you fall in love with the place.

Winter starts in October and it ends in May, Spring Weekend may or may not happen and unfortunately Storrs is a lot more like a one-horse town. It may surprise you that UConn is a lot more than a basketball or party school.

You will meet great friends, learn amazing things and leave here with a degree that will get you a job anywhere in the world.

But don’t be surprised if that doesn’t happen. So until then, get ready for the defending national champs first regular season game, Nov. 11 versus Columbia.

Colin.McDonough@UConn.edu

Friday, August 26, 2011

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Freshmen land at UConn with high hopes

By Greg Keiser Staff Writer

Big East Blue Division preseason favorite and CollegeSoccerNews. com’s No. 7 UConn will begin its season Saturday night against St. Francis.

As always, the opener will be the first taste of NCAA competition for many Husky freshmen.

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tion players join the squad this year with high expectations for the season. The team lost four starters to graduation: defenders Greg King, Shawn Nicklaw and Robert Brickley as well as goaltender Josh vs. St. Ford. UConn hopes that the returning players Francis gained experience and 1 p.m. the newcomers will help improve upon the 2010 Morrone team that ranked numStadium ber 20 in NCAA RPI. Andre Blake out of May Pen, Jamaica is one freshfive posi- man who will likely make an

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immediate impact. The 6-foot-4 goaltender is battling for the position and will likely be the one to replace Ford, who allowed only seven goals in 20 games last year.

Blake started in UConn’s two exhibition games this preseason, winning 3-2 and 2-0 against Stony Brook and NJIT, respectively. Blake has “done very well” according to associate head coach John Deeley. As for handling the pressure that comes with minding the net of a team with national championship aspirations, Deeley states that because of Blake’s

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The UConn men’s soccer team will have to replace Alan Ponce, among others.

HIS ‘FATHER’S SON’

Jones follows in his father’s footsteps, but looks to start own path

By Matt McDonough Sports Editor

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With under 11 minutes remaining in Super Bowl XXXVI, and the heavily favored St. Louis Rams trailing the New England Patriots 17-3, quarterback Kurt Warner scrambled on fourth-and-goal. New England’s Roman Phifer was there to meet him. Warner fumbled after Phifer hit him, and safety Tebucky Jones picked up the football off the astro turf. Jones took it the rest of the way for a touchdown. Or so it seemed.

Willie McGinest was called for holding and the game-sealing touchdown was negated. Warner scored two plays later and the Patriots had to wait until Adam Vinatieri kicked a game-winning field goal at the gun to give New England its first Super Bowl. Jones’s legacy was still cemented at the Louisiana Superdome that February night in 2002.

He was a Super Bowl champion, reaching the pinnacle of the sport. And although the New Britain product would go on to play with the New Orleans Saints and Miami Dolphins before calling it a career in 2006, Jones will always be known as defensive stalwart on a championship team.

Jones’s son, Tebucky Jones Jr., was at his grandmother’s house watching his father win the Super Bowl while he was a third grader in 2002. And although he did not attend the game in New Orleans, he said it was a “very exciting game.” In 2011, Jones, a redshirt freshman wide receiver at UConn, is looking to create his own identity.

“There’s always gonna be pressure of having a father that played pro sports,” Jones said. “But me and him are two different people and I’m trying to start my own legacy and reputation as a great football player.”

New UConn head football coach Paul Pasqualoni, right, talks with former NFL player Tebucky Jones, left, before news conference in Storrs on Friday, Jan. 14, 2011.

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Huskies’ roster littered with freshmen

By Ryan Tepperman Staff Writer

The UConn women’s soccer team got off to a rocky start last Friday, kicking off the 201112 season with a 2-1 loss at the hands of the Huskies from Northeastern.

Despite the loss, UConn, who lost to Hofstra in the first

round of the NCAA tournament last year, has some high hopes for this season, thanks in large part to a talented crop of 10 freshmen.

Seven returning players were named to the starting lineup in the season opener for UConn, while four rookies - defenders Gianna Roma and Gabriella Cuevas, and midfielders Lindsey Watkins and Riley

Houle - were also inserted into the starting lineup for the newlook Huskies.

Although UConn has only played two preseason and one regular season match so far, the freshmen have already noticed a big step up in competition.

“The level of play is very fast and up tempo. [It’s] drastically different to high school soccer,” said defender Gabrielle

Charno. “However, my club soccer has prepared me for the speed of play. Even though college soccer is still slightly faster, playing in big games with my club team has definitely prepared me.”

Charno, an ESPN Rise Second Team All-American, arrived to campus, along with the rest of the team, on Aug. 6 for the preseason. After play-

ing her high school soccer at Plainedge High in Massapequa, N.Y., she said the transition to Storrs has been a bit of an adjustment so far.

“At home, when I wake up I don’t see forests and hills, so this is a major change,” Charno said. “[But] I love it -- especially the ice cream.”

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UConn QB Box reportedly set to transfer

By Mac Cerullo Managing Editor According to a report by the Hartford Courant, sophomore quarterback Michael Box is set to transfer from UConn to an FCS program.

When reached for comment, Box said that nothing was official and that he planned to discuss his future with coach Paul Pasqualoni on Friday.

In its report, the Courant said that Box had been relegated to the scout team, rendering him the fourth quarterback in what had been a four-way competition for the starting quarterback job. If Box goes, that will leave Johnny McEntee, Michael Nebrich and Scott McCummings to fight for the position. Pasqualoni has not

yet named a starter and has indicated that he won’t until the season opener against Fordham on Sept. 1.

Box is the only quarterback on the UConn roster who has game experience. Last season, Box played in five games, with one start coming against Louisville. He was 6 for 17 on the season with 65 yards and an interception.

According to the Courant’s report, Box initially wanted to wait it out to see how the season, and the quarterback situation, played out. But because he wants to play right away, the Courant said, it became essential to act sooner, because by transferring to an FCS program within the first 12 days of the semester, Box could play immediately.

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UConn coach Paul Pasqualoni, right, talks with quarterback Michael Box, left, during the team’s media day in Storrs, Friday, Aug. 12, 2011.