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week Student Success and Enrollment inThis Student task force makes big plans Government By Alexandra Figares Editor-in-chief @AlexandraNews_ FGCU has launched a Student Success Initiative which seeks to improve student success. The Student Success and Enrollment division is the university’s newest effort to increase student success as detailed in FGCU’s five-year strategic plan, and has designed six teams and 120 people to move forward with the initiative. The task force is working to
expand services in advising, academic leadership and internship co-ops to help students succeed, according to Mitch Cordova the vice president for Student Success and Enrollment. “That’s our new vision,” Cordova said in a Student Government Senate meeting. “To make things more accessible.” The division was approved by the Board of Trustees in December 2017 and officially launched in March 2018.
An emphasis on advising and having students graduate in four years and retaining students after their sophomore year is a focus. Additionally, a three-story building is set to be built near the family resource center, expanding the university’s Counseling and Psychological Services. The first floor will adaptive services, the second academic department for counseling and a new community mental health center and the third floor will
hold CAPS. There are plans to make changes to the Cohen Center, like extending its hours. There will also be new additions to the recreational center. “We greatly look forward to these dedicated advising colleagues continuing to play a central role as we recast our entire approach to advising, supporting, and coaching our students toward their and the University’s success,” FGCU President Mike Martin said in an email.
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FGCU’s Student Government met for their first weekly Senate meeting of the semester on Tuesday, August 21. During the meeting, the Senate discussed future projects, upcoming events and changes coming to FGCU. On Sept. 7, Student Government will host the Week of Welcome carnival from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Senate also discussed a Sept. 11 memorial event to be held on the library lawn from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. A new shuttle route from garage two to Dunkin Donuts has been introduced, and will be available to students for six weeks. There service may become a longterm fixture if students use it enough, SG Vice President Nick DeGuzman said. Five seats available for the college In a Student Government of business, three for the college of arts meeting held on Tuesday, and scienceds and four for the college of August 21, Student Body Vice human and health. President Nick DeGuzman said funding concerns are a primary reason the service is still in its testing stages. Although not permanent, student ridership will determine whether the services will be expanded for future use.
New shuttle service aims to ease parking woes By Alexandra Figares Editor-in-chief @AlexandraNews_ Student Government in conjuction with Parking Services have launched a temporary shuttle service to ease parking woes. The shuttle takes students from garage two to Dunkin Donuts on main
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campus (Holmes Hall). From Aug. 20th through Sept. 28th, a shuttle service will run every 15 minutes, Monday through Friday from 8:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. An increase in this year’s enrollment has caused congestion in the university’s parking garages, resulting in students parking farther away
from the university’s main campus. Parking has proved to be a controversial topic on campus, and a reoccurring conversation among students, Student Government and the university’s administration. University administration has not released plans to expand parking.
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hidden spots for you to hang your hammock or go for a hike. There are also hidden rooms around campus buildings for you to relax in between classes or before a big exam. My personal favorite is the hammock at the entrance to the nature trail across from the recreation fields. By Sam Palmisano Opinion Editor @SamPalmisano
As a new year begins, it’s important to start off with some great advice from the people who have done this all before. I asked around campus, and everyone had plenty to offer up about their top tips for new students.
1. Get involved
Getting involved on campus is one of the most important things you can do. Whenever I speak to alumni or graduating se-
niors, their top advice is to get involved. Getting connected can make the most your FGCU experience. You’ll look back later and be thankful that you were involved.
2. Take advantage of free opportunities
FGCU has plenty of opportunities to participate in free travel trips or just daily activities. The North Lake Waterfront has free kayaks, paddleboards and sailboats for students to use. Certain offices on campus have trips anywhere from one day to one
week and are free for students to attend.
3. Network with everyone you meet
You never know if your next-door-neighbor is going to be a future CEO or if that girl beside you will end up curing cancer. Everyone you meet is a valuable resource that can benefit you in your future career and provide new opportunities; as long as you stay connected with them.
4. Find the best places to relax
The nature trails and food forest have a ton of
5. Use Tapingo to order your food
The lines for any dining location can go from empty to full in a matter of minutes. Regardless, it’s usually faster to order on your phone ahead of time so that you’re not stuck waiting in line. Once you’ve ordered, that order is saved so you can repeat it whenever you want.
6. Go to office hours
The benefit of FGCU’s small classes is that the professor actually learns who you are. This is great when you need extra help
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with homework or a possible boost at the end of the semester. Your professors have connections, advice and experience to help you both in and out of class.
7. Attend as many events as possible
EagleLink and various campus organizations have great lists of all the events happening on campus. Most of them have free food or swag items when you attend. This is a great way to meet new people and also avoid paying for a few meals per week.
8. Know where you get an FGCU discount
When you do end up paying, make sure you’re not paying full price if you don’t have to. A number of stores and restaurants at Gulf Coast Town Center, Miromar Outlets and Coconut Point have discounts for FGCU students as long as you bring your ID with you.
9. Schedule your advising appointments early
A major complaint I hear quite often is the lack of availability for advising appointments right before registration opens. Be sure to look at your calendar and schedule your appointments a few weeks in advance to ensure yourself a spot. The last thing you want is to miss out on registering because you didn’t get an appointment on time.
10. Check your holds regularly
The worst thing that happens is when you wake up at 6:00 am to register, you’ve got all of your classes set, and you can’t register because of a hold on your account. Whether it’s an unpaid parking ticket or an overdue library book, holds can pop up at any time, so make sure you’re always checking them.
The search for cheaper textbooks By Sam Palmisano Opinion Editor @SamPalmisano
Textbooks are a major expense that every student worries about as soon as classes start. For many general education courses, you can skate through by renting cheap books from the bookstore; however, once upper level classes come around, books at the bookstore can start to cost upwards of $500 depending on your program. The first place you should always look is online for a free PDF copy of the book. Textbooks that are widely used or popular novels can usually be found online through a free third-party site. When I first discovered this, I realized
that every single book I’d used for the past three semesters had been available as a free PDF. Another great free option is the bookshelf directly outside of the FGCU Writing Center. The shelf is full of donated textbooks and novels from previous students. Yet another free resource is the library. The FGCU library has an extensive collection of both academic and fiction books that are often underutilized. Local public libraries also have their own selections. If you find the book at another school or library, there is often a way to have it loaned out to you for the duration of the semester. If you can’t find a free version of the book, there is still a decent chance you can find it cheaper some-
where else. Chegg, Amazon, and eBay have cheap options for most textbooks, and they are usually able to ship it straight to you by the end of the week. If you absolutely need the book right away, make sure you compare the online price with the bookstore. The bookstore should price match any cheaper option as long as you can verify that it’s available elsewhere. For an in-person option, Textbook Brokers is available in the Grande Oaks Shopping Center at the intersection of Estero and Ben Hill Griffin. Textbook Brokers offers a number of new and used options that can provide a cheaper alternative. If your class requires an online access code for an e-book, be sure to check
The library is a great place to check for your textbooks, rather than paying for them. if the host company provides a cheaper option for buying it directly through them. The access code will come with the e-book and access to the online software, and they’ll usually have a cheap discount if you still want a physical
copy of the book. There is also a widely used education company, has released a new subscription for students to take advantage of. For a one-time fee, students can subscribe on a semester or year-round basis to
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their entire digital library of textbooks and educational software. As syllabus week progresses, make sure to be checking all of your options to be sure you’re not paying any more than you have to for textbooks.
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2. Visit Career Services
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Meet with Academic Advising once each year and declare a major in your first year.
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Meet with a Career Advisor and attend an event hosted by this office.
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Meet with your academic advisor(s) once or twice per semester to ensure you are always ahead of the game with your classes. Be sure to schedule your appointments as early as possible to guarantee yourself a meeting.
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Start meeting with Career Development Services as soon as possible. You never know when an opportunity will arise in which you may need an updated resume or a practice interview.
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Participate in an internship or co-operative experience.
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Apply for internships starting the summer before sophomore year. A short summer internship may develop into a full-time job opportunity later on or help you realize that you don’t enjoy your current field. It also never hurts to have too much experience.
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Get a job within 6 months of graduation earning at least $25K.
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Graduate in 4 years by following your curriculum map.
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Map out all of your remaining courses each semester and decide which courses to group together. Ask around to find out when certain elective classes are historically offered or about any new classes that may be in the works.
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Submit your Rebate Application within one year after graduation.
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Submit your rebate as soon as you have met all of the requirements so that you can get your rebate as soon as possible. Use the extra money to invest in your future or buy your parents a gift for supporting you on your college journey.
MarketPulse is a section designed to capture the thoughts and opinions of students on FGCU’s campus. To be featured in MarketPulse, be sure to hang out around campus and stay up to- date with current events. This is your university; so don’t be afraid to lead the discussion about important issues. By Sam Palmisano | Opinion Editor| @ SamPalmisano
“What are you most excited for this year?”
“I am extremely excited for this school year, as it is my senior year and I am getting to take a lot of fun and interesting classes. I am also looking forward to continuing my involvement on campus, namely the Wildlife Club and the Food Forest.”
“I am excited to prepare myself for upcoming internships so that I can move forward into the next chapter of my life!”
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“Personally, I am most excited to become a different person and grow my life skills at FGCU. On the side, I’m looking forward to playing in intramural sports and potentially taking on an internship.”
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Women’s soccer soars in season opener
EN Photo / Bret Munson The FGCU women’s soccer team celebrates a season-opener win against GSU last Friday. The Eagles dominated the match 3-0 and led the game in shots and shots on goal as well.
By Jordyn Matez Sports Editor @JordynMatez FGCU’s women’s soccer team came out on top 3-0 in their season opener against Georgia Southern last Friday night, outshining the visiting team 22-3 in shots as well. Within the first 15 minutes, FGCU had three shots and picked up three corners, and not soon after put a point on the scoreboard when FGCU
forward Marjorie Boilsen chipped the ball over the top of the keeper in the 17th minute. While the score remained the same through halftime, FGCU’s Silvana Gordon had a good look at the goal, narrowly missing a shot. FGCU had two more shots on goal during the first half but did not manage to succeed in adding more points to the scoreboard. The Eagles remained
dominant throughout the second half of the game, outshooting GSU 18-1 and maintaining a 7-0 advantage in corners. FGCU forward Evdokia Popadinova shone in the second half individually, with two of the six FGCU shots on goal coming from the transfer. Just four minutes into the second half, Hope Van Wagner managed to score another point for the Eagles with the assistance of Megan Young in a cross
from the right box. The third and final point of the night came in the 61st minute, when Popadinova kicked a tracer to the bottom left corner of the net. The game didn’t advance much further from there, with Georgia Southern being unable to penetrate FGCU’s line of defense regardless of 23 different Eagles receiving playing time as the clock wore down. Of these 23, 17 saw
20 (or more) minutes of action. Evdokia Popadinova led the Eagles in shots and shots on goal, with five and three respectively. Hope Van Wagner and Marjorie Boilesen both racked up three shots as well, with each of the three players scoring a point for the Eagles. “It was fantastic,” head coach Jim Blankenship said. “We got off to a great start
,and playing at home in front of a great crowd, you could see the energy and excitement in our kids.” Next, the Eagles will head to Tuscaloosa, Alabama to compete against the University of Alabama on Friday, August 24th at 8 pm. This is following a cancellation of one of the most anticipated games of the season against nationally ranked UCF due to weather.
Cheatham immediately eligible for upcoming season By Jordyn Matez Sports Editor @JordynMatez As of Tuesday, August 21st, highly anticipated newcomer to FGCU men’s basketball and Division I transfer Haanif Cheatham is eligible to play in the upcoming season for the Eagles. Cheatham, a 6’5 lefthanded junior guard, initially wasn’t eligible to play until 2019, received a hardship waiver from the NCAA due to an illness in the family, according to Naples Daily News. According to NCAA rules, a waiver is more likely
to be granted if the studentathlete’s responsibilities are day-to-day and if the illness is life-threatening. Fly also mentioned that Cheatham has permission to take a leave of absence at any time in order to care for his family. Cheatham is a transfer from Marquette University, where he appeared in 70 games and started 63, averaging 11.8 points per game during his freshman year. He also earned a spot on the Big East All-Freshman Team during the same year. As a sophomore, Cheatham averaged 8.7 points and 3.7 rebounds
per game and surpassed double-figure points 14 times throughout the season. So far in his collegiate career, Cheatham has already scored 710 career points over a little over two seasons and is a 79 percent free-throw shooter (183232). He has also averaged nearly a steal per game and over 27 minutes on the court per outing. Cheatham has reached the 20-point plateau four times, including a careerbest 24 points, and was awarded Marquette’s Best Defensive Player Award for both of his seasons with Marquette.
Photo courtesy of FGCU Athletics Haanif Cheatham, a basketball transfer from Marquette, will be elligble to play this season because of a hardship waiver.
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Cobb named women’s golf assistant coach
Cobb competing in a tournament as a redshirt senior at the University of North Florida. Cobb recently finished her collegiate career at UNF in the spring of 2018.
By Jordyn Matez Sports Editor @JordynMatez Courtney Cobb has been named as one of FGCU’s women’s golf assistant coaches for the upcoming season. “I feel honored to be joining the FGCU family this
fall,” Cobb said. “I’d like to thank Coach Trew and the athletic department for giving me this great opportunity. “The women’s golf program has been very strong over the past few years, and I’m excited to be a part of it.” Cobb, a Jacksonville
native, recently finished a successful collegiate career with the University of North Florida. During her time at UNF, Cobb was a two-time Women’s Golf Coaches Association (WGCA) AllAmerican Scholar. During her senior year, Cobb played in all 10 events
and scored a 76.21 average. She led UNF in counting scores (27 of 29, 93.1 percent). She was also named UNF’s most improved female athlete in her senior year. She also made strides her junior year, posting a season-low in the Amelia Island College. This as also her careerlow until her senior year, when she played a 69 at the Pinehurst Challenge. After suffering an injury in the fall of 2015, Cobb was awarded a medical redshirt. Prior to her injury, she played two seasons at
Daytona State College as a member of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) national championship team as a freshman. She finished 12th individually at nationals. “Courtney is going to be a phenomenal addition to our program,” FGCU head coach Sarah Trew said. “She is a proven winner with a JUCO national championship and an ASUN championship on her resume. “The assistant is always a big key to any program, and we have a rock star with
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Courtney. “She knows a good number of our team members so her transition should be seamless. We are all excited to have her join the Eagle family.” Cobb received an undergraduate degree in sports management from UNF in the spring of 2017 and is in the progress of receiving a master’s in education leadership. The women’s golf team will begin their season in early September with the Golfweek Program Challenge in Pawley’s Island, South Carolina.
Preston Kilwien Senior 6 feet 4 inches Hometown: Pleasant Hill, Ca. As a junior, Kilwien was awarded the ASUN Defensive Player of the Week and tied for the most goals on the team with a defender. He also tied for the most shots with 17. Kilwien was the only member of the men’s soccer team to play and start in all 17 games of this past season and logged a team high 1,510 minutes (89 per game). As a sophomore, Kilwien was part of a backline that allowed just six goals in ASUN games — tying for the 2nd-fewest in the league. Other awards Kilwien has received include a spot on the Atlantic Sun All-Freshman Team and the A-Sun Defensive Player of the Week as a freshman.
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Men’s golf finalizes roster with four newcomers By Jordyn Matez Sports Editor @JordynMatez FGCU’s men’s golf team has finalized it’s roster with four newcomers in preparation for the upcoming season. Of the newcomers, three are freshman and one is a junior transfer. Freshmen Chase Bigham and Luke Farmer are local products, while the third freshman Tate Heintzelman and the junior transfer Logan Price hail from the Midwest. Chase Bigham, a Naples native and a graduate of Seacrest Country Day School, was a two-time allarea team member. As a junior, Bigham averaged 38 in 9-hole tournaments and 72 in 18hole events. His best finish that year was at the Bishop Verot Invitational, where he placed 2nd. The Naples native was a vital member of the Seacrest Country Day School team and aided his team in finishing 3rd in the state this past fall. Luke Farmer, an Estero native, was a graduate of Lee Virtual School and was a medalist as a sophomore, junior and senior at the Lee County Athletic Conference Championship. As a senior, Farmer shot
a 2-under 70 for the thirdstraight year and played for Estero High School while attending Lee Virtual School. Farmer was a vital member of Estero’s team, leading the Wildcats to a state appearance. As a junior, he was a News Press Boys Golfer of the Year finalist due to his impressive 71.5 stroke average and his finishing 3rd at the state tournament. Tate Heintzelman, a native of Granger, Indiana, was a four-time Northern Indiana Conference allleague selection. He was also an all-diocese selection throughout all four years of his high school career and was an Indiana All-State performer in 2016. Along with this, Heintzelman was an allregion team member in 2015 and 2016 and was a Saint Joseph High School Team MVP all four of his high school years. He was also a two-time team captain at Saint Joseph. While Heintzelman graduated in 2016, he spent a gap year with the Gilchrist Golf Academy in preparation for his collegiate career. This past summer, he shot a 1-under 215 (7369-73) at the Indiana Open Championship and
Photo courtesy of Brian Brakebill FGCU’s men’s golf team head coach Eric Booker has finalized his roster, which includes four newcomers. The upcoming season begins in September with the Golfweek Program Challenge.
recorded a 65 in the second round of his U.S. Ameteur qualifying. Logan Price, a junior transfer from Division II Tiffin University in Michigan, played in the NCAA D-II National Championship last year and shot an even-par 72 in
the 2nd round. He was also named to the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletiic Conference Second Team as a sophomore. In high school, Price was an all-conference selection for all four years at his high school, Grand Blanc High.
He was also an all-state member as a senior. “I’m really looking forward to this incoming group of new guys,” commented men’s golf head coach, Eric Booker. “Each of them brings a different style and approach to the game in terms of their
strengths, and I know they will push the returners – and vise versa – to make the team better as a whole. “They also come into the fall trending upward for the most part with many of them averaging 72 or better throughout the summer.”
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WHO’S NEW IN FGCU ATHLETICS? With the start of the new school year brings new members to the FGCU Athletics program. Here are some of the newest additions to FGCU Athletics that you can expect to see on the court this year.
SCHADRAC CASIMIR MEN’S BASKETBALL, GUARD
HAANIF CHEATHAM MEN’S BASKETBALL, GUARD
Joined men’s basketball in July of 2018 as a redshirt senior with one season of eligibility left. Casimir is a transfer from Iona University, where he played 106 career games and scored 1,112 points.
Joined men’s basketball in January of 2018, and will be eligible to play for the upcoming season. Cheatham came from Marquette University, where he started 63 of 70 games and earned a spot on the Big-East All-Freshman Team with his 11.8 points per game average in the 2015-16 season.
DECARDO DAY MEN’S BASKETBALL, GUARD
MICHAEL FLY MEN’S BASKETBALL, HEAD COACH
Joined men’s basketball in summer of 2018 and is eligible for the upcoming season. Decardo comes to FGCU after a run at Iowa Western Community College, where he started 31 games and averaged 10.6 points.
While he has been with FGCU for the past seven years as an assistant coach for men’s basketball, it was announced in April of 2018 that Fly would be taking over the position of head coach. Fly has aided the Eagles to over 150 wins during his time at FGCU and was a part of the coaching staff that brought FGCU basketball to the Sweet Sixteen.
DONNIE MARSH MEN’S BASKETBALL , ASSOCIATE HEAD COACH
DESTINY WASHINGTON-MABON WOMEN’S BASKETBALL, FORWARD/GUARD
Marsh will begin his first season with men’s basketball in the upcoming season after leaving a coaching job at FIU. Marsh brings over 35 years of coaching experience to the table and worked with various schools, some of them being Florida State, Virginia Tech, Texas Southern and USF.
Washington-Mabin joins FGCU as a graduate transfer from Ball State University. So far, she has racked up 778 points, 494 rebounds, 95 blocks, 89 steals and 82 assists in three seasons, with a career scoring average of 9.2 points.
ANJA MARINKOVIC WOMEN’S BASKETBALL , GUARD
TRAVIS WALLACE MEN & WOMEN’S BASKETBALL, STRENGTH COACH
Joining FGCU as a transfer in July of 2018, Marinkovic is coming off of a run with Division-I team Detroit Mercy University. During her time at Mercy, Marinkovic led the team in 3-pointers as a sophomore and ranked among the top-15 in Mercy’s program’s history in 3-pointers made.
Wallace was recently hired as the strength coordinator for both men’s and women’s basketball and is coming off a run as Toronto Raptor’s star Kyle Lowry’s personal strength coach. Wallace aided Lowry in being able to play 78 of 82 regular season games.
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ENTERTAINMENT & LIFESTYLE
Best 4 things to do at SWFL
Regardless of what you might have heard from friends and classmates, Southwest Florida is not as deserted from fun activities and interesting locations. Here are four things to do around SWFL that might spark your interest. I’m not listing beaches because those are kind of obvious.
Lakes Park is a great option for outdoor activities.
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Downtown Fort Myers is the best place to enjoy the nightlife of SWFL.
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1. Lakes Park
2. Downtown Fort Myers
I’m surprised to find that many students at FGCU have never been to Lakes Park. At 7330 Gladiolus Dr, Fort Myers by US 41. Sure, it’s not the best park in the world -- and those that prefer a more raw nature experience might find it dull -- but Lakes Park is great for just hanging out with friends. I consider it the closest thing to a Central Park that SWFL has to offer. It’s great for doing exercise too, like jogging, biking, canoeing or kayaking, and more. And from time to time there are fairs and events, like the Medieval Fair.
Downtown Ft. Myers has a charming atmosphere with its historical buildings and brick streets. It’s a great place to walk around and enjoy the nightlife, and it’s where most college kids will want to go during their time at FGCU. There are cool restaurants/bars/clubs like Firestone, Social House, Los Cabos, Capone’s Pizza, The Lodge, Izzy’s Fish & Oyster and Ford’s Garage. You can also check out the Skybar at Broadway, the Sidney and Berne Davis Art Center and the Butterfly Estates.
EN Photo / Bruno Halpern Naples’ Fifth Avenue is not just for the rich and fancy, but for the rich and fancy at heart.
EN Photo / Bruno Halpern Sanibel and Captiva are good spots to enjoy nature and have fun with friends.
3. Fifth Avenue
4. Sanibel and Captiva Islands
For those of you who want something a bit more fancy, Naples’ Fifth Avenue is for you. Or even if you just want to walk around and have an ice cream, it’s great. Sugden Community Theater is a good option to check out, as well. But, like stated, the pricing in this area is usually higher, so most restaurants are expensive for us college students. However, around Fifth Avenue there are cheaper or even free options, like the Naples Pier, Cambier Park and Tin City.
Sanibel and Captiva islands, but especially Sanibel, are very well-known destinations of Southwest Florida. However, many FGCU students don’t get the opportunity to go there. Despite the toll costing $6, it’s worth it. J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge is a favorite. Sanibel is also great for renting a bike and riding through the entire island. And for the beaches as well, filled with shells. There’s also the iconic lighthouse. Overall, both islands offer a distinct old-fashioned feel (in a good way).
MOVIE OF THE WEEK
MUSIC OF THE WEEK
SEVEN YEARS IN TIBET
BEING FOR THE BENEFIT OF MR. KITE!
This 1997 movie, based on a true story, is an engaging and immersive experience. A true masterpiece that explores Tibet’s final years as an independent nation, the rise of Communist China and Dalai Lama’s childhood. Brad Pitt plays an arrogant man that is transformed by the Tibetan people and culture. The score was composed by the legendary John Williams.
This psychodelic rock classic from none other than The Beatles describes a circus poster ad from the 19th century. "Everything from the song is from that poster," John Lennon explained to an interview with David Sheff, "Except the horse wasn't called Henry." Allow yourself to be transported to Mr. Kite’s world.
Entertainment, then and now By Bruno Halpern E&L Editor @brunowesome
What is entertainment? According to the Oxford dictionary, entertainment is the action of providing or being provided with amusement or enjoyment. Humans from thousands of years ago found ways to entertain themselves and each other, so this concept isn’t new or revolutionary. But there is an aspect of entertainment that was transformed by the cultural
and industrial revolutions of the last couple of centuries. Before the first industrial revolution, entertainment was confined to public squares where random presentations by artists and performers would occur from time to time. Also, theater and chamber music and other types of musical presentations were similar to the entertainment we find today, but it was restricted to the upper classes (although there were presentations for the masses as well). Regardless of some
similarities with how it is now and then, entertainment wasn’t as tied to consuming as it is today. And that’s the biggest change that happened. Nowadays, entertainment and consuming are one and the same in many levels. In Brazil, for instance, was the “sarau”. A sarau is a cultural or musical event in which people unite to express themselves artistically. A sarau may involve poetry, acoustic music and other forms of art such as painting and acting. It wasn’t a
paid event. Heck, people simply gathered together and performed to whoever was there. I bet similar things existed throughout the world, and still exist in some fashion or another, but it’s no longer mainstream. Comparitively, nowadays we pay for the “experience”. Most brands make use of this effectively. That’s why we go to Disney, travel, go to cruises and pay more to watch a movie in IMAX. Another way to compare how entertainment is and how it was is to realized the
amount of options we have at our disposal today. We don’t have just an album to hear, but every album ever recorded. We don’t have just a couple of movies per month to watch in theaters like in the 1960s and earlier. No, we have an unwatchable amount of hours to spend watching movies. And now entertainment comes to us instead of us having to physically go out and find it. The innovations in technology allowed this to happen. Technology paved the way for the mas-
sification of entertainment. Smartphones and internet combined opened an entirely new world of possibilities. Cliché talk, but those two truly allowed us to have movies, music, theater, books, newspapers, magazines, TV shows, games and more in our fingertips and on the go. We got accustomed to it, but it’s perhaps the biggest revolution in communication to ever happen. And we lived through it. That’s quite exciting (despite all the other problems happening around us).
B6 ENTERTAINMENT EAGLE NEWS WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 22
EDITOR: BRUNO HALPERN ENTERTAINMENT@EAGLENEWS.ORG