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Obama proposes Catholic students ponder over pope resignation minimum wage raise By Joey Kachel
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tor of Catholic Campus and Young Adult Ministry. “Young people get their information from non-Catholics, rather than going to someone like a priest or doing research on their own.” he said. “They get their opinion from TV reporters or from people who might have resentments against the Catholic Church.” One of the misconceptions is that Benedict was a Nazi youth. Benedict, then known as Joseph Ratzinger, grew up in Germany during the Third Reich and came from a family of anti-Nazis. He was in the Hitler youth, but only because it was compulsory, if a person refused to be part of it, they were condemned. Benedict also received criticism for not disciplining priests
Student workers could get a raise if President Barack Obama has his way. In his State of the Union address on Tuesday, the president pledged to raise the federal minimum wage from its current rate of $7.25 an hour to $9 an hour. Raising the minimum wage was just one of the issues the president touched on during the State of the Union. He also addressed reforms to education and immigration as well as a program to put US citizens to work on important infrastructure repairs. The president also discussed the Paycheck Fairness Act, reintroduced in 2011 after failing in the Senate in 2010. The act would seek to rectify the income disparity between men and women by requiring employers to show that any wage discrepancies between men and women were based on job performance and not gender. President Obama justified the wage increase by claiming that, despite tax cuts for middle and working-class families, workers were not earning enough money to stay afloat. “We know our economy is stronger when we reward an honest day’s work with honest wages,” he said. “But today, a full-time worker making the minimum wage earns $14,500 a year. Even with the tax relief we’ve put in place, a family with two kids that earns the minimum wage still lives below the poverty line.” The president also claimed raising the minimum wage would provide a potentially life-saving boost to lower income families. “This single step would raise the incomes of millions of working families,” he said. “It could mean the difference between groceries or the food bank; rent or
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By Erica Hartsfield
news@dailyhelmsman.com The future of funding for public higher education is becoming more uncertain. The Campaign for the Future of Higher Education is aiming to change the uncertainty by trying to create new ways to fund education. On Tuesday, the CFHE, whose goal is to protect higher education funding, released three new papers on ways to fund higher education. The authors of those papers conducted a conference call discussing the details of their individual papers. In his paper, “How to Invest in Higher Education: A Financial Speculation Tax,” Rudy Fichtenbaum, economics professor of Wright State University in Ohio, said that one way to improve funding is by taxing certain financial transactions such as buying stocks and bonds. “Imposing very small taxes on all of these transactions could generate a significant amount of revenue that could be used to generate funds,” he said. Fichtenbaum said that much of the trading that goes on in financial markets is based on speculation, which is the practice of making financial transactions that reap the benefits of short-term fluctuations, unlike investing. “Speculation is like gambling,”
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Pope Benedict XVI attends a ceremony to mark the 900th birthday of the Knights of Malta, Feb. 9. then announced during a mass Feb. 11, that he plans to step down on Feb. 28.
By Margot Pera
news@dailyhelmsman.com Catholics across the world received shocking news Monday when Pope Benedict XVI announced he would be resigning on Feb. 28 due to advanced age and diminished “strength of mind and body.” He is the first Pope to resign in nearly 600 years. The feelings among the Catholic youth are ambiguous. Although sad to let go of such a great leader, they realize his decision is based on what is best for the Catholic Church as a whole. “I think the resignation is a sincere one, he is elected not only by the church but by God, and that is not something to be taken lightly,” Melody Caldwell, a practicing Catholic and sociology major, said. “His resigning is for the betterment
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of the church, it isn’t like he is sitting around all day. He makes very important decisions.” Feb. 28 will be just another day for the Pope. He will officially step down from his position at 8 p.m., Roman time. A conclave of the College of Cardinals will meet to elect the next pope in March and the new pope should be chosen by Easter. “Hopefully, the newly elected Pope will be younger. There is a lot of merit to a younger pope, because he might be more open-minded,” Zachary Liley, business management major and president of the Catholic Student Organization, said. The Catholic Church is sometimes unpopular among young people due to misconceptions based on how the church is portrayed in the media, said Sam Mauck, direc-
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President Barack Obama gives his State of the Union address during a joint session of Congress on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., Tuesday.
Wednesday, Feb. 20 10 a.m. 3 p.m. University Center Ballroom Tuesday, September 25, •2012 • 10- a.m. - 3 •p.m. University Center Ballroom
Career and Internship Expo Employers representing numerous industries are recruiting all majors
Open to all U of M students and alumni. Come prepared. Professional dress is expected. Bring your résumé.
eviction; scraping by or finally getting ahead.” This was an opinion shared by some students, such as communications major John Barger. “I would agree that it’s pretty much impossible to make a living at $7.25,” he said. Obama’s plans drew criticism from the Republican Party. In a response to the State of the Union, Sen. Marco Rubio claims some of the president’s economic plans would actually hurt middle class families. “The tax increases and the deficit spending you propose will hurt middle class families,” he said. “It will cost them their raises. It will cost them their benefits. It may even cost some of them their jobs.” The Republican Party contends that the major threat to the US economy isn’t a shrinking middle class, but overzealous government spending. “The president loves to blame the debt on President Bush,” Rubio said. “But President Obama created more debt in four years than his predecessor did in eight. The
real cause of our debt is that our government has been spending $1 trillion more than it takes in every year.” A large number of students manage to juggle work and school, and while raising the minimum wage seems like a net benefit at first, economics professor Douglas Campbell warns that it might not be such a good thing for student workers after all. “In the short term, it could create a net gain if their hours are not cut,” he said. “If employers decide to cut hours or lay off workers in response, it would not be a positive net gain.” The federal minimum wage was set at $7.25 an hour on July 24, 2009 as a result of the Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2009. A number of states pay more than the federally mandated minimum wage, with the state of Washington having the highest rate among states at $9.19 an hour. Among cities, San Francisco, Calif. leads the nation with a minimum wage of $9.79 an hour. Tennessee does not have a state minimum wage; though state law requires that employers pay the wages they promise employees. n
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2013 The 150th Anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation THE FIGHT FOR FREEDOM CONTINUES
TODAY, Feb. 14
“Tracing our Genealogy” Genealogy Workshop 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. UC Bluff Room (304)
Friday, Feb. 15
Freedom Ball & Mahogany Awards Ceremony 7 p.m. • UC Ballroom
2013 Freedom Award Recipients Religion – Rev. Bartholomew Orr Pastor, Brown Baptist Church
Education – Mr. Johnnie B. Watson President, LeMoyne Owen College
Community Service – Ms. Beverly Robertson Executive Director, National Civil Rights Museum
Young Alumni – Ms. Summer Owens (U of M 2001) Marketing Specialist Advisor, FedEx Corp.
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Catholic student president, Zach Liley, (top) expresses his feelings about the Pope’s resignation. Sam Mauck (bottom) answers questions on misconceptions about the Catholic Church.
uuPope Continued from page 1 involved in sexual abuse scandals or bishops who covered up for priests in their dioceses. “What some of those priests did was inexcusable,” Mauck said. “But Benedict did, unprecedentedly, directly discipline the Archbishop of the Diocese of Los Angeles for abuse charges. I have read more in the past two years about female teachers having sex with students, than a valid story about a priest molesting a young boy.” Mauck said we live in a postmodern age where moral relativity is the norm. The American value of individualism is engrained in us and this may dissuade youths from religion and how they see God. “The biggest religion we have around now are the ‘nones,’ meaning no religion,” Mauck said. “If people want to be valued for who they are or be seen as unique, the most alternative thing to do is become a nun.” n
TRIO Community Service 8 a.m. – Noon Slave Haven Tour 1 p.m. Hosted by Residence Life
Sunday, Feb. 17
Prominent Black Women’s Banquet Presented by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
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ASB Destination will take participants to Atlanta, GA to serve the community in the areas of poverty and homelessness. Learn about another area of the country while serving others. Program Fee: $75
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Tigers’ Ta es “My parents will bitch about it, but my grandma will probably pay for it, like she always does.”
“I would Transfer to Nashville Tech.”
Avalon Collier, Undecided sophomore
“My parents will pay for it. I would move off campus.”
Jess Warren, Film & video sophomore
CJ Calvin Smith, Psychology freshman
How will you pay for tuition if it increases next semester? By Jonathan Capriel
“Scholarships. I already have a full ride.”
Herve Aniglo, Computer science freshman
“Through scholarships and more loans. I’m already on HOPE and subsidized loans.” Jemario Houston, Engineering technology freshman
Valentine’s Love Lines Happy Valentine’s Day, Ms. Ann Hudson! Where has the time gone? You are as much my candy girl now, as you were before the first day we got married (6/26/76). I love you -- Always & Forever! James E. Hudson Slouie, Thanks for sticking with me through everything. We haven’t killed each other yet, so that’s a good sign. I love you, and Happy Valentine’s Day. - Taylor
Jaylon Henderson, I love you and am proud of you. You are the love of my life. Love always, Mom Ryan, Love means never having to say you’re sorry. Ali My Dear Juliet: I love you always. Never forget that greatlove demands great sacrifices. Eternally yours, “R”
Benjamin, I can’t wait to see you this weekend. Love, Michelle XOXO
For 8 You’ve had my heart more than awhile. Never fail to make me smile. Believe me, it’s true, time stops when I’m with you. - From 6
Happy Valentine’s Day, Rika! Will you be my Valentine? I love you, Ms. Rika L. Hudson! - Dad Meet me in the city And see everything is so fine We’ll get together now, darlin’ Oh yes we will We’ll make everything alright
Ali, Saying love means never have to say you’re sorry is the dumbest thing I ever heard. Ryan Dearest Rhett, You know I love you. Don’t ever leave me. Where will I go? What will I do? Faithfully, Scarlette
Mr. Darcy, To everyone else you may be Fitzwilliam. But to me, you’re Cuddlebunny. Love always, Elizabeth
Lance, I can no longer watch you from afar. The thought of you overpowers me and leaves me weak. Please be mine. Love, Guinevere Josephine, Age is just a number and money isn’t everything. I’ll always love you. Napoleon
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Valentine’s Day Asking for what you want on
By Jen Weigel MCT
I have a friend who gets so excited about Valentine’s Day, she calls it “The Big V,” and looks to this holiday as a way to get something every year from her spouse. “He better get it right,” she said, referring to her husband of 12 years. “Do you ask for what you want?” I asked. “If he doesn’t know by now, he’s in real trouble,” she said. According to Laura Fredricks, author of the best-selling book “The Ask: How to Ask Anyone for Any Amount for Any Purpose,” expecting someone to read your mind can be a big mistake. “I think people don’t know the right words to use so they don’t use any words at all,” Fredricks said. “Then if they do ask for it, they’re afraid it’s going to change or sour a relationship. So they just hope their partner can figure it out, which means each person can be facing disappointment.” Whether you’ve been married for
years or you’re on your third date, Fredricks said asking for what you want is not selfish, but “builds trust and helps create clear communication.” Here are some of Fredricks’ tips for making the best of your Valentine’s Day. Celebrate on a different day. For committed couples, Fredricks suggests planning a trip at a later date. “This year, the holiday falls on a Thursday and not everyone can do something during the week,” she said. “Tell your partner, ‘You know, why don’t we take a long weekend in March when we both have time to celebrate?’ That way you have something to look forward to.” For those who are dating more than one person, Fredricks suggests spreading out your dates over the weekend. “You don’t want to be out on the actual holiday with someone you aren’t sure about when that’s the day couples will celebrate each other. You can do a Friday night dinner with one person and then maybe a Sunday brunch with someone else.” Get support from friends.
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and what’s important to you — no one loses on this. Bottom line, they’re going to find out your preferences eventually. You’re not going to lose the person because you’ve expressed what you wanted or did not want on Valentine’s Day. And if you did — the relationship wasn’t the right fit anyway.” n
If you’re not in a relationship, Fredricks said it’s important not to sit at home and sulk. “Take the initiative and reach out to your other single friends and get plans for a manicure, or a pedicure,” she said. “Say, ‘You know what? We’re going to celebrate each other!’ Go to happy hour. You never know who you might meet.” Offer your time instead of your wallet. “Say, ‘Honey, I don’t know if you were thinking about getting me anything but if you were, I really just want to spend time with you.’ Which is the same way as saying, ‘Please don’t spend money on flowers, candy or dinner.’ For some, this is much more important.” Be authentic. “If it’s really important to you that someone honor this holiday, put it on the table so there are no surprises later. If you’re true to yourself and say it calmly — about who you are and what your values are
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uuFunding Continued from page 1 he said. “The idea of imposing taxes on these transactions could discourage this kind of speculative behavior.” Fichtenbaum also said he believes that imposing such a tax is not as farfetched of a proposal as it may seem. “It’s feasible,” he said. “It happens in lots of other countries. In the current, political environment I’m not really sure [if it would happen]. This is not a particularly radical idea.” There is not a CFHE in Tennessee yet, but Alice Sunshine, communications director of the California Faculty Association, said it is important for people to stop believing there is no money available for higher education. “People think we can’t afford it anymore or we can’t do it,” she said. “We think that’s wrong. There’s lots of money in this country that can be found.” Sunshine said, instead of thinking negatively about the future of funding, people should take action. “Change the conversation from one of giving up into one where we’re actually trying to figure this out,” she said. While the CFHE’s goal is to eliminate hefty student debt, Sunshine said optional financial
Thursday, February 14, 2013 • 7 aid such as loans should still be available. “There will probably be students who will want to take out loans for various reasons,” she said. “We don’t want to eliminate student loans.” Sunshine said that middle and working class people understand the crushing blow debt can have to one’s pockets, and that college students will have to work even harder to reach middle class stature at this rate. “You can’t be middle class if you spend your entire adult life trying to pay off debt,” she said. Fichtenbaum said if current trends continue eventually there would come a point where education is not affordable for anyone who is middle or working class. “I think increasingly we’re getting to that point. There’s no doubt in my mind that if tuition continues to escalate in the way it is escalating, it will be out of reach for a number of middle and working class families,” he said. D’Andre Brown, dual computer and electrical engineering major, said if new ways are not found to fund education, many people will be missing out on opportunities to make their lives better. “I’d feel cheated,” he said. “It really doesn’t give you a chance to make a decent living for you and your family in the future.” n
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True Blue Society raises $4.5 million By Hunter Field
sports@dailyhelmsman.com College athletics revolve around boosters and financial support. The best programs usually receive the most money, and the University of Memphis is planning to implement a new program, the True Blue Society, to raise support and stay on par with other major programs. “We wanted to design and incorporate a program here at Memphis that allows more people to get involved philanthropically,” said U of M Athletic Director Tom Bowen. “A program that allows people to play their part in an intimate way like never before, while also helping us get to where we all want to go.” The program coincides with the U of M’s move to the Big East. In the same way the Tigers are looking to step up their game on the field, the athletic department wants fans to step up their support by committing and becoming a member of the True Blue Society. “With the enormous amount of generosity from Tiger Nation, our ambitious goals for this athletic department will be obtainable,” Bowen said. “The opportunity that awaits our student-athletes is a
challenging one, and together, we must provide those who compete for the University of Memphis the best opportunity to succeed.” The new initiative allows Tiger supporters the opportunity to join an elite club with inside access to several of the Tigers’ programs, like halftime recognition at a game or even traveling with the team on a charter flight to an away game. However, these benefits do not come cheap. The minimum donation to join the lowest tier of club membership is $25,000 paid over five years. A donation of this amount gives the donor membership in the True Blue Society, recognition at athletic events, exclusive naming rights and special events with coaches and players. These perks are exclusive to the society’s membership and cannot be obtained through any other donation program. The next tier requires a $50,000 minimum donation over five years. In addition to the initial benefits, these donors will receive a onegame sideline pass and the opportunity to fly with either the football or basketball team to an away game once a year. A $100,000 donation gets donors a season-long side-
line pass for football games, two trips each year with the football or basketball team and postseason/ NCAA benefits. Lastly, a donation of $250,000 allows you private counsel with Tom Bowen. Any donor looking to give more than $250,000 should contact the athletic office for information regarding additional benefits and recognition. “The True Blue Society was carefully constructed with best practices in mind and is similar to other top philanthropic programs in the Pac-12 and the SEC,” said Tyler Mariucci, assistant athletics director for development. “It allows our fans to have a larger impact, while becoming more engaged with our athletic programs.” The program has already experienced some success over the last four months. It has been introduced in a “silent leadership phase” to various constituents and received over $4.5 million for the athletic program. The heads of the athletic department at the U of M can only hope the True Blue Society can keep up this type of success and help the Tigers maintain athletic success as they move to the Big East. n
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Tigers knock out UCF Knights, 93-71 By Bryan Heater
bheater@dailyhelmsman.com Like Southern Miss, the Central Florida Knights, which have won six of their last seven games, entered the match against the University of Memphis basketball team looking to leave a sour taste in the mouths of the Tigers (21-3, 10-0 Conference USA). The Knights strived to keep within striking distance of first place in C-USA, but those aspirations came tumbling down in a second half that saw the Tigers outscore UCF 51-35 on their way to a 93-71 win, the team’s 15th straight. “That’s a good team we just played,” head coach Josh Pastner said. “I’m very proud of our young men. You know we had 28 assists on 38 made field goals, which is terrific. We had plus 18 on rebounds, that’s a great stat for us. But the biggest thing is we just continue to play at a high level.” The Knights burst out of the gate, quickly building an 8-2 lead. Senior forward D.J. Stephens ignited the Tiger offense on the possession, almost hitting his head in the rafters on a slam assisted by freshman forward Shaq Goodwin. With 11:01 left in the half, junior guard Chris Crawford missed a three-point jumper, but the freakishly athletic Stephens rocketed upwards to grab the miss and throw it down in the air to give the Tigers their first lead of the game at 15-14. Stephens followed that with another dunk two plays later to give the Tigers a 19-14 advantage. UCF battled back to take a 22-21 lead off a long range shot from Isaiah Sykes. The game remained close when the two teams headed into the locker room. Memphis held a six-point cushion at the break, shooting 52.9 percent from the field while owning the paint 28-12. The Tigers also held Preseason C-USA
Player of the Year, Keith Clanton, to just three points on 1-5 shooting. The Tigers wasted no time building on their lead to open the second half of play, as sophomore guardforward Adonis Thomas opened with a three and a jumper in the lane to extend the lead to a gamehigh 11 points up to that time. The Tigers lead hovered around the 11-point mark until Memphis blew the game wide open. Up 57-49 with 13:49 remaining, the Tigers began a crushing 21-1 run, including back-to-backto-back threes from Crawford and junior guard Geron Johnson. By the end of the outburst the Tigers owned a 78-50 advantage. Unlike games against Harvard and East Carolina, Memphis gave the Knights no opportunity for a comeback as they sailed smoothly to the victory.
Junior guard Joe Jackson turned in one of his best performances of the year, finishing with a game-high 21 points to go with 10 assists on just one turnover. Thomas added 17 points, while Johnson flirted with a triple-double with 19 points, nine rebounds and eight assists. “It was really my teammates tonight,” Jackson said. “Really everybody I passed the ball to made shots. It was just great for our team because that’s what we’ve been looking for the whole season.” Memphis held Clanton to 10 points and owned the paint, out rebounding the Knights 40-22 and outscoring UCF 48-22. The Tigers return to the hardwood Saturday, when they travel to Marshall to take on the Thundering Herd. Game time is slated for 7 p.m. n
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EVENT STAFF NEEDED! We are hiring for a variety of positions such as ushers, cashiers, and general event assistants for our special events photography firm. There is no experience required. Must possess a positive attitude, work well within a team, be self-motivated, and work well with people of all ages. Please visit www.mangiantephoto.com/ employment.html and download an application, or call 901-7676555 for more information.
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