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Ole Miss names Ross Bjork new athletics director STAFF REPORTS thedmsports@gmail.com

Ross Bjork, athletics director for Western Kentucky University, has been named the next director of athletics at Ole Miss, Chancellor Dan Jones announced yesterday.

Bjork, who will take over for retiring AD Pete Boone in midApril, spent five years as a senior associate athletics director at UCLA before joining WKU as AD in 2010.

Bjork will be formally introduced at a press conference today, and fans can watch the event live at 4 p.m. CT in a free webcast on OleMissSports. com’s RebelVision.

Jones cited Bjork’s professional skills, energy, integrity and operational skills among the key attributes that led to the selection of the new Ole Miss AD. “I’ve spent a lot of time with him,” Jones said.

“Integrity and character are important to me, and I’m very comfortable with his strengths on those attributes. I’m also very pleased with the professional track he’s taken in college athletics. He has trained for this job through his education and a steady, upward track in athletic administration, and he’s demonstrated a commitment to Ole Miss and to winning on and off the field.”

Former Ole Miss quarterback Archie Manning, who co-chaired the search committee, said he expects Bjork will quickly gain the respect of the Ole Miss fan base.

“Ross will bring incredible energy to the Ole Miss family, and I’m looking forward to seeing that grow,” Manning said.

Manning added he had to smile when he learned that Bjork’s son Payton is named for a “high-achieving Mississippian” named Walter Payton.

Search committee co-chair Mike Glenn, executive vice president of marketing development and corporate communications for FedEx, said he is “particularly pleased by the experience in athletic program leadership that Ross brings to Ole Miss.”

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Officials considering paid parking for the Square

BY HOUSTON BROCK jhbrock92@gmail.com

Paying for parking on the Square has become a possibility. The plan, which could be enforced as soon as next fall, will make premium parking at the Square come at a price.

The process will start with the parking committee, Mayor George Patterson said. After it is recognized by the board of aldermen, the parking commission will meet and further discuss the details of the parking plan.

The parking commission still has a lot of planning to do. Patterson said some members of the parking commission have been meeting twice a month in the last year to work out some details.

“It’s a complicated deal,” he said. “When you start charging people for parking, you want to make sure you’re doing it right.”

Oxford city planner Tim Akers said the Downtown Parking Advisory Commission is in negotiations with companies that specialize in parking management. Once they have a company on board, they will discuss

specifics on enforcements, rates, where meters might go and hours of enforcement. Before any contract can be finalized, it must be approved by the board of aldermen, Akers said.

The payment system is still in the planning phase. It has not been determined how the parking fines will be enforced, but Patterson said kiosks and parking garages are a possibility. As the first phase, though, the parking spots located at the center of the Square will have a fee.

“Depending on how that goes, we’ll determine how much more will be included for charges in paid parking,” Akers said.

Akers also said the commission will only come to an agreement on the condition that there will be free parking, leaving the parking lots on the edge of the Square as the only free parking.

University Sporting Goods employee Jeff Gray said he believes the new parking fees will not seriously threaten businesses.

“It might affect it a little bit,” Gray said. “(But) I don’t think it’s really going to deter people from coming to the Square.”

The Square is widely known

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Parking on the Square is always crowded. The city of Oxford is considering charging for parking spots on the Square.

for its shopping and restaurants, and it is uncertain how tourists, residents and students will react to these new fees.

Hospitality management sophomore Nola Douglas said she thinks the fees should not be too much of a hassle.

“If you don’t want to pay, then don’t pay,” she said. “It’s not a big deal to drive a little bit further to park.”

Public policy sophomore Ben-

nett Beard said she believes the potential parking fees are not practical.

“I am not a fan of paying for parking spots,” Beard said.

“However, I think enforcing higher fines for parking violations would be feasible.”

The first phase of the parking payment system could be in place for the next fall semester, so enjoy a free parking spot on the Square while it’s possible.

Environmental film series continues with ‘Gasland’ documentary

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Students attend a lecture and film showing of GasLand. The film aims to raise awareness about natural gas and environmental issues.

BY MARIDANE HEWES maridaneh@gmail.com

The environmental studies program’s Film and Lecture Series continued Wednesday with the documentary “Gasland.”

The series is a way to inform people about the environmental studies minor at the University of Mississippi while also creating a discussion on current environmental topics that affects most people: water, food and fuel.

“None of (the documenta-

ries) are where the conversation ends; it is where it begins,” said Andy Harper, director of the Media and Documentary Projects Center.

The documentary series began Feb. 1 with the film “Blue Gold,” which featured the availability of fresh drinking water and how water will be the resource people fight about in the next century.

Water is an issue people are only just beginning to figure out, and already there are many

people around the world lacking clean drinking water.

“I think it is an important issue and really important for students to educate themselves on different sides,” said professor Ann Fisher-Wirth, who organized the presentation.

“Gasland” was followed by a short video showing the natural gas companies’ side and ended with a question and answer session with Greg Easson, a geology professor at the university.

The documentary tells the stories of different communities and families in the United States that are affected by a way of drilling natural gas called hydraulic fracturing, or “fracking.”

The purpose of fracking is to increase permeability when drilling for natural gas.

Josh Fox, the director, was contacted by a natural gas company about leasing his land so it could be used for drilling, but before signing the lease, he decided to research what they were going to do. What he found made him decide not to sign the lease and ultimately lead to this documentary.

“Gasland” showed people who were having problems with their water, including many whose water would even catch on fire. People claimed their wa-

ter was bad, which was causing health problems in many cases.

They also told of problems getting the gas companies to take responsibility for essentially poisoning their water and making them ill.

Fox did not have anyone from a natural gas company in the film except in scenes from a trial regarding what chemicals were being used and whether they were harmful or not.

Some people had issues with the documentary being shown because it only told one side of the story. The compromise resulted in the showing of a rebuttal video, which was produced

by America’s Natural Gas Alliance.

“I had no problem showing the industry film,” Harper said.

“I had a problem with the two things’ balance.”

Harper did not agree with the balance because the documentary took a lot of effort and time to make, even winning awards, while the video was essentially a rebuttal to “Gasland.”

“There is no shortage to the other side of this argument,” he said. “Every night on television there are commercials. They (students) have never seen this See FILM, PAGE 4

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Self-defense laws in Florida should be revisited

BY EMILY STEADMAN steadmanemily@gmail.com

At some point in our lives, we have all acted in self-defense.

From responding to a friend’s sarcastic remark, to the even more extreme case of fighting back in a serious confrontation, we can all imagine a scenario in which we have defended ourselves.

State laws have recently broadened the legal definition of selfdefense. Traditionally, one had a duty to retreat from confrontation when reasonably possible.

Today, 21 states have passed laws that abolish the retreat requirement. Florida passed its “Stand Your Ground” law seven years ago, and on Feb. 26, problems with the law surfaced.

Trayvon Martin, a 17-year-old African-American male, walked home from a 7-Eleven in Sanford, Fla., after purchasing Skittles and iced tea. The route took him through a gated community that George Zimmerman, a 28-yearold Hispanic male, monitored as

part of his duties as the neighborhood watch captain.

Zimmerman believed Martin looked suspicious so he called 911. The dispatcher informed Zimmerman that officers were sent to the area. The 911 operator also told Zimmerman to remain in his car and not to pursue Martin. Zimmerman pursued Martin anyway.

What happened at this point is unclear. News reports and media outlets say that an altercation with yelling ensued and culminated in a gunshot. When witnesses and police arrived at the scene, Zimmerman had blood on his face and the back of his head, as well as grass stains on his back. Martin was face down in the grass with a gunshot to his chest.

Some sources indicate that three witnesses overheard the incident. Those witnesses, who are not identified officially, heard the “cry of a child,” a “call for help” and a gunshot.

Martin’s girlfriend said she was on the phone with Martin in the

moments leading to the incident.

She reported that Martin stated he was being followed and said he would walk fast. His girlfriend said she heard Martin ask, “Why are you following me?” Martin’s voice then trailed off.

Shockingly, Zimmerman has not been arrested or charged.

The police department said that under Florida law, they have no duty to arrest or charge Zimmerman because of his self-defense claim. While self-defense is a complete defense for a variety of criminal charges, it is traditionally a defense to a charge at the trial level, not a defense that keeps suspects from being arrested. And many argue that Zimmerman lost the right to use this claim when he failed to heed the advice of the 911 dispatcher.

Florida law gives the benefit of doubt to a person claiming selfdefense, regardless of where the crime occurs. The claimant must be in fear of imminent danger, which includes fear of death or serious injury. And, even if it is

reasonable to do so, the claimant does not have to retreat from the altercation. One can reasonably ask, “Could a 28-year-old male be in reasonable fear of a 17-year-old boy who was armed with Skittles and tea?”

Reports suggest that selfdefense claims have increased drastically since the passage of this Florida law and these types of laws across the country. As gun laws continue to expand and permit more people to carry concealed weapons into more places, the fear of “vigilante justice” seems legitimate.

Protesters have brought significant attention to this case, both in Florida and across the country.

This tragedy serves as another example of how news avenues and social media can rally attention to important causes, but the concern has been varied.

Some argue that this is a race case; others are blaming the NRA, who pushed for the passage of the Florida law; some people like it; and still others call for the

repeal of “no retreat” laws.

On Monday, the Department of Justice began reviewing the case and the state attorney of Seminole County, where the event occurred, has agreed to convene a grand jury. These investigations will look into the killing and determine whether or not Florida law requires an arrest or allows Zimmerman to remain free.

It is easy for grand juries to find sufficient cause to issue an indictment, so it is likely, based on popular sentiment, that Zimmerman will face some action by the judicial process. And, according to CBS News, the authors of Florida’s law have stated that “their law” probably does not protect Zimmerman.

Despite popular sentiment, these recent moves and investigations seem to be in the right direction and hint that Martin’s family will see justice in the end.

Emily Stedman is a second-year law student from Marietta, Ga.

Increase Cigarette Tax for early and future benefits

BY TRENTON WINFORD tgwinford@bellsouth.net

Mississippi has one of the lowest cigarette taxes in the nation at $0.68 a pack, regardless of the sale price of the pack. The highest is New York at $4.35 a pack.

Meanwhile, a 2002 study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention determined that each pack of cigarettes sold costs society $7.18 in medically related expenses and loss of work due to early death from smoking-related

illness.

This means the state of Mississippi carries a $6.50 burden on each pack of cigarettes sold in the state. That does not look very good.

Mississippi should raise the cigarette tax for multiple reasons, with the above study mentioning the first and foremost reason: the cost of cigarettes is much higher than the benefits.

The next reason to raise the cigarette tax is to discourage smoking. While studies show that the demand for cigarettes tends to be inelastic, studies also show that higher prices discourage people, primarily teens, who do not smoke from starting. So while the demand is inelastic for those who al-

ready smoke, it is very elastic for those who do not smoke.

Raising the cigarette tax would ultimately mean fewer people start smoking, and eventually we will find that consumption drops overall throughout the years.

It will also lead to better health for Mississippians, both those who decide not to smoke and the general population as well. Smoking-related illnesses are among the most aggressive and deadly illnesses from which humans suffer, so any action made to reduce the risk of such illnesses should be looked upon favorably.

Thirdly, raising the cigarette tax would lead to increased tax revenue for the state. In these tough times, our gov-

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ernment can use the increase.

Some might say it is unfair to single out citizens who smoke as the target of a tax increase, but they do not realize that cigarettes are a luxury item.

People do not have to buy cigarettes so a tax is not singling out citizens, but a product.

Such an increase in the tax would be similar to proposed taxes on soft drinks and other unhealthy beverages. The tax is placed on items that are not necessary for life, meaning a person chooses whether he or she wants to consume the product. A higher tax placed on necessary items for certain individuals, such as a tax on certain medications, would be unfairly singling out citizens since the product is a neces-

sity.

An increase in Mississippi’s already too low cigarette tax will bring about near and future benefits that this state needs.

Better health all around, fewer smokers — particularly teens, and an increase in tax revenue are what we stand to gain by increasing the sales tax. Unfortunately, the tobacco companies have fierce lobbyists on their side. Let’s just hope that one day, the Mississippi Legislature looks past the lobbyists and uses proper judgment to give Mississippi residents the benefits of a cigarette tax increase.

Trenton Winford is a sophomore public policy leadership major from Madison.

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continued from page 1 man-Beaudine, interviewed numerous candidates for the position. In the end, Bjork was chosen based on his many years of experience as an administrator and student-athlete.

At UCLA, Bjork is credited with directing capital fund raising, marketing, promotions, ticket sales, branding, licensing and merchandising.

Total giving to UCLA athletics doubled in Bjork’s first year, and the university saw record season ticket sales for football and men’s basketball games.

Prior to his time at UCLA, Bjork served on the executive staff for the University of Miami athletic program, where he oversaw all revenue production for the Hurricanes.

He also served more than six years at the University of Missouri, where he oversaw development operations and saw record donations each year.

His proven track record in each position is a major benefit for Ole Miss, Jones said.

“I see in Ross a serious commitment to winning and a willingness and ability to make

the tough decisions that are sometimes required to win,” Jones said.

“That’s an important attribute in a leader and one that’s uncommon in athletics directors with two years at the helm of an athletic program.

“He has a long record of serious attention to compliance and academic excellence, and he sees athletics as an integrated part of the total university,” Jones said.

Academic excellence was a key part of his program at Western Kentucky, and he demonstrated measurable improvement there.”

Bjork expressed excitement and a strong sense of purpose in taking the job, saying that his main priorities will be to provide the ultimate environment for student-athlete success and bring Ole Miss fans together.

“Ole Miss has a rich and vibrant athletic culture, and I want Ole Miss Athletics to continue to excel in every aspect,” he said.

“It’s time for us to capture the aura, tradition and passion of the Ole Miss family in order to provide the necessary resources for our student-athletes to excel on and off the fields and courts.”

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Correction An article in Wednesday’s edition of The Daily Mississippian about a new farmer’s market in Oxford omitted some important details about the board of aldermen discussion. Trey McCain, director of the Advisory Committee for the Oxford Community Farmer’s Market, said no advisory committee members have asked vendors at Mid-Town to sell at the new market. He also said a speaker at the meeting incorrectly said that the director of the new market would work only four hours a week for six months. Mc-

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Ross Bjork

Bjork has also served as campus recreation graduate assistant and athletic department volunteer at Western Illinois University, marketing intern for the University of Tulsa, front office intern for the Albuquerque Dukes and student volunteer for athletics at Emporia State University.

Bjork, 39, is a native of Dodge City, Kan., and received his bachelor’s degree in recreation administration in 1995 from Emporia State University, where he was a two-year starter at fullback.

He then earned a master’s degree in athletic administration from Western Illinois University in December 1996.

He and his wife, Sonya, have two sons, a 5-year-old named Payton and a 1-yearold named Paxton.

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Cain said the director will work more than four hours a week, addressing vendors, customers, fundraising, planning and farm inspections, while also coordinating musical talent, workshops and cooking demonstration. The reason Oxford needs a new market is that too little time is spent advertising the market and that the market should be expanded beyond six months a year, McCain said. Since the committee formed in July, McCain said the board has reached out for involvement from the Mid-Town Farmer’s Market.

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International students represent their countries Wednesday with a parade of flags near the Student Union. March 23 is International Cultural Night. University of Mississippi students, faculty and staff from around the world will meet at this event to show and share their traditions and cultures by showcasing their talents and interacting with each other at the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. Various groups will perform and the event aims to bring the different cultures at Ole Miss together to celebrate the cultural diversity found on campus. International cuisine will be served at 7 p.m. Tickets for the event, which begins at 5 p.m., are $5 for students. For more information, email Harsh Kandoi at khandoi@olemiss.edu.

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side before.”

The question and answer portion of the presentation cleared the air regarding whether what

was shown in “Gasland” was correct information.

“He (Fox) did not lie, but he did leave things unsaid,” Eason said.

Fracking is a lot like cars, according to Eason. When cars were first created, there were no seatbelts, air bags or other safety

features and laws. They came about after research and safety issues. This type of drilling can be seen the same way.

The final documentary in this series, “Fresh,” will be shown at 7 p.m. on April 4 in the Overby Center for Southern Journalism and Politics auditorium.

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sports brief BenJarvus Green-Ellis signs with Bengals Former Ole Miss and New England Patriots running back BenJarvus Green-Ellis reached a three-year deal Benjarvus Greenwith the Cincinnati Ellis Bengals, according to ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefer and various reports yesterday. The Bengals are expected to announce the signing today after final details are completed.

An undrafted free agent, Green-Ellis played the first four years of his NFL career in New England. In 32 games with the team, he rushed for 1,675 yards and 23 touchdowns on 410 carries.

This past season, he shared time in the backfield and rushed for 667 yards and 11 touchdowns.

His best season came in 2010 when he rushed for 1,008 yards and 13 touchdowns.

In 536 career touches, GreenEllis has never fumbled. He will likely take the starting job from Cedric Benson, who is an unrestricted free agent, while Bernard Scott and Brian Leonard will also return next season.

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But there was another bump in the road.

“I couldn’t go play summer ball to get some innings behind the plate because I had a fractured and dislocated toe,” the 6’3,” 218-pounder said. “So I couldn’t get those innings.”

It wasn’t until fall ball rolled around that Allen really got his first collegiate catching experience.

“When coach Godwin got here, he really talked to me about what he saw I could do with the bat,” he said. “That’s great and everything, but being the catcher is one of the most important positions on the field. It’s basically defense first. You’ve got to be able to catch the ball, keep it in front of you and throw runners out.”

And that is what Allen did all fall. Because of that, he was named the starter at catcher, which had four guys fighting for the starting spot, coming out of spring practice to begin the season.

However, much like his freshman season, there was yet another bump in the road.

Allen broke his pinky finger on his throwing hand in the Friday

night game against Miami (Ohio) earlier this month and missed the next six games. In place of Allen, freshman Austin Knight took over the catching duties and provided a steady glove and bat in Allen’s place.

Knight’s success put pressure on Allen to perform well when he returned from injury — and perform well he did. Since returning in the two-game midweek series at Louisville, Allen has been a bright spot in an offense that has faltered in the past week.

“I was kind of telling a few guys that, honestly, sometimes good things happen from bad situations,” he said. “Obviously, I didn’t want to get hurt, but it also allowed me to get away from the game and take a step back and take a look at things from a different perspective.

“I spent a lot of my time in the cages watching other people hit to see what they do. I took mental at-bats during games. I think it honestly helped me to sit back and think about my approach and what I want to do at the plate. So far, it’s shown, so I just hope I can keep that up.”

Allen, who is hitting .321 so far this season, has already matched his total number of RBI from his freshman year with 10, and he credits coach Godwin with his progression at the plate.

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I got here last year, I was really kind of spread out,” he said. “I don’t know what it was — fatigue or being tired, but I realized I was standing up more at the plate.

“Guys like Preston Overbey, Kirksey and Matt Snyder, they all kind of dig in there at the

plate. I realized I use to do that, so I went into somebody’s flat ground and just kind of took a bat. I looked down at my feet and realized I was standing straight up. I just kind of wanted to get back in my legs, and that helps me see the ball longer and make adjustments mid-at-bat.”

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Condo for Rent 3BED/3BATH HIGH PT $1250MO/ HARDWOOD FLOORS/ STAINLESS APPL/ WALKIN CLOSETS/ GATED/ POOL WHITNEY@KESSINGER (217)971-2923 Town House 2BR 1.5 Bath walk to square, free cable and internet, pool, fitness center. Available May 1, $925 month, plus security deposit. Call Bruce 404-434-8056 2BD-2Bath Condo for rent available starting June 1 or later. $850/ mo. Great complex for students. All floor is wood/ tile! Call 901-490-6644.

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Catcher Will Allen overcomes obstacles to thrive this season

BY DAVID COLLIER dlcollie@olemiss.edu

Sophomore Will Allen came to Ole Miss with the hopes of being the catcher for a top program in the Southeastern Conference, but little did he know that his journey would have so many twists and turns.

The Gainesville, Fla., native was selected in the 37th round of

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the 2010 Major League Baseball Draft by the Pittsburgh Pirates, but Ole Miss is where he wanted to go. Of course at the time, the Rebels were achieving great success on the diamond, which had Allen eager to get to Oxford.

But things didn’t go so smoothly in his first year in the red and blue.

“I came in as a catcher, but later in the fall, I banged up my

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knee,” Allen said. “I wasn’t allowed to catch, so they threw me over there at first. I had no idea it was going to be as difficult as it was. So I mostly did that last year.”

Allen noted the adjustments he had to make playing first base, but it was something he did well.

Allen played in 36 games for Ole Miss last season, starting in 28 games. In those appearances, he registered only one error in the field while providing a steady bat in the lineup.

Even with that, Allen and the Rebels fell short of both the SEC and NCAA Tournament. Then it was time to turn his attention toward the offseason, when Allen hoped to improve his catching skills.

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