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$19,000 worth of equipment stolen

Nighttime theft By Samantha League News editor

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s the University Police Department investigates the Aug. 18 theft of construction equipment valued at $19,000 from campus, Chief Steven Moore revealed one key finding: FGCU students are not suspected. Thieves hit two campus construction sites.

At the Bower School of Music building, a mobile trailer belonging to Viking Construction was stolen that held a variety of tools worth $12,000. The trailer itself is valued at $3,000. At the construction site for Palmetto Hall in South Housing, welding equipment and copper piping was stolen, valued at $4,000. The on-site forklift was used to help load the

stolen materials into the thieves’ truck. “This is just something that’s prevalent in Lee County these days,” Moore said. “Construction items need to be watched.” The arrest and conviction of suspects for these crimes on charges of felony grand theft and trespassing could result in a prison sentence up to five years, Moore said.

If anyone on campus has information about these crimes, or any crimes on campus, there are several ways to notify UPD: • UPD headquarters is located in the Campus Support Complex. • UPD can be reached on two phone lines. If you have an emergency, call 590-1911. If it’s a nonemergency, call 590-1900. • FGCU also has Emer-

Degree offerings grow with university

Intramurals play for fun, fraternity The goal of the intramural program is to provide competition for students of all skill levels. See how to get involved.

By Samantha League News editor

See SPORTS on page 15

Mosque draws varied opinions Read multiple views from students about plans for a mosque near ground zero. See OPINION on page 12

How to avoid the ‘Freshman 15’ Read tips for making it through your first year at college with the same size waist line. See A&L on page 10

Students save, help businesses A new website features strictly local entrepreneurs who discount goods and services. See NEWS on page 4

Index News ......................... See page 3 A&L ......................... See page 10 Opinion ................... See page12 Fun & Games ............ See page 14 Classifieds ................ See page 14 Sports ...................... See page 15

gency Code Blue Poles located in all parking lots, student housing and in the academic core areas on main campus. Activating the pole will notify a police dispatcher. UPD also offers other services such as a texting alert system, police escorts and a R.A.D. self-defense program. For more information, visit UPD’s website at www.fgcu. edu/UPD.

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Week of Welcome draws big turnout Week of Welcome 2010 proved a success with more than 25 events held throughout the week, including the Student Involvement Fair, Rock the Nest, Casino Night, Comedy Night, Foam Party and President Cookout. nTurn to page 8 to view photos of WOW

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Chief of staff becomes SG VP By Samantha League News editor

nthony Graziani hopes to continue what he and the rest of the executive branch of Student Government started at the beginning of summer, only this time in his newest role: Graziani Student Body vice president. Graziani, a political science major, was

unanimously approved as new VP at the first Senate meeting of the fall semester Aug. 24. He was nominated by Kim Diaz, the former VP, who moved up to Student Body president when former president Peter Ryther resigned for personal reasons at the end of summer. Graziani was appointDiaz ed chief of staff at the end of spring semester and

has been actively involved in Senate for most of his college career. The senators had no questions for a peer with whom they were very fimiliar. “This is actually the fourth time coming before Senate to be approved for a position,” Graziani said to his peers. There are currently 10 seats open in Student Government, including three executive positions.

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GCU continues to offer new degrees for its students, the latest being a master’s in mathematics program that became part of the equation for students this fall. “We responded to an expressed need by the students … as well as to the local community of high school and junior college instructors who were seeking a post baccalaureate degree or sufficient credits for certification to teach higher math,” said Dr. Thomas Beatty, graduate program director of mathematics. The degree is a 36 credit-hour program designed to take two years. Students can apply for the fall 2011 class until March. The admissions committee plans to make decisions as soon as applications are received. A doctorate of education program is expected to begin in fall 2012. “This has been a community need for a very long time,” said Dr. Abbe Finn, associate dean of the College of Education. “There’s a great deal of need for a doctor-prepared faculty, and also for doctor-prepared leaders in elementary, middle and high schools.” FGCU already has an educational specialist (Ed.S.) program that will be starting its second cohort this fall. The Ed.S. program has been designed so that students who complete it and are accepted into the doctorate program will have a smooth transition. Students applying must have a master’s in curriculum & instruction, leadership or in another related subject, and must meet GPA and GRE requirements. An interview process and letters of recommendation will also be used to screen and accept students. The doctorate program is expected to take about three to four years to complete. Two new undergraduate majors will also be offered within the next couple of years.

on open SG positions please see DEGREE on page 6

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Compiled by Eagle News from public logs available at the University Police Dept., Police Beat is in no way associated with the UPD. Some details have been left out in accordance with Eagle News policy to protect privacy. Police Beat is intended to provide raw data regarding the reports generated by UPD officers in the course of their duty. We urge readers not to draw conclusions from this unanalyzed information. Any questions or concerns about the Police Beat should be directed to the Eagle News Press Room at 239-590-7996. Suspects are innocent until proven guilty by a court of law.

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Aug. 19, 2010, through Aug. 31, 2010 Friday, Aug. 20 at 12:48 p.m.: The fire alarm went off in Reed Hall due to popcorn burning. There was no fire.

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Friday, Aug. 20 at 8:32 p.m.: An RD requested officers for a drug search at Building A. Officers found a water bong containing a burned, green, leafy substance that tested positive for THC; a wooden box containing marijuana and a green metal smoking device; a tin containing a scale and papers; a black glass pipe; and a tobacco grinder with marijuana residue. All contraband items were seized and taken to UPD for Judicial Affairs. Saturday, Aug. 20 at 3:57 p.m.: An individual was found illegally living in housing. An officer was requested to stand by while housing handled the situation. Sunday, Aug. 22 at 4:09 a.m.: An officer patrolling North Lake Village came across a vehicle with the doors open and two subjects asleep inside. They were intoxicated guests of a resident living on campus. The resident was contacted and had his visitors come to his dorm to sleep through the night.

Sunday, Aug. 22 at 10:35 p.m.: An officer observed skateboarders on the fourth floor of Parking Garage 2. Both were residents of South Village Housing. They were advised of not skateboarding in parking garages and left without incident. Sunday, Aug. 22 at 2:59 a.m.: An RA called in regard to a student who had too much alcohol to drink and was incoherent. Lee Control was contacted and the subject was transported to Gulf Coast Hospital. Tuesday, Aug. 24 at 9:28 p.m.: An officer noticed a vehicle was stopped on FGCU Lake Parkway West with an expired tag. The student was out of his vehicle, trying to take the WOW Banner off of its pole. A citation was issued.

the gate shack at North Lake Village. The individuals were told to shut down the session. Friday, Aug. 27 at 7:07 p.m.: A complainant called from SoVi and said the fire alarm was going off. UPD received an alarm from SoVi. It was discovered a lightning strike on campus caused several alarms to go off throughout the system. Saturday, Aug. 28 at 1:33 a.m.: A traffic stop was conducted on FGCU Boulevard North. The driver’s registration was expired and a search was conducted. After belongings were taken into custody, the subject was transported to Lee Countye Jail at 2:15 a.m.

Wednesday, Aug. 25 at 4:16 p.m.: A raccoon was on the second balcony of the Student Union. An officer was requested to remove it, but the animal could not be reached for removal.

Saturday, Aug. 28 at 11:22 p.m.: During patrol, an officer came across a male student in front of Building D who appeared to be heavily intoxicated. Emergency medical services were notified and the subject was transported to Gulf Coast Hospital.

Thursday, Aug. 26 at 10:40 p.m.: During patrol, an officer discovered several individuals playing musical instruments in Parking Garage 1 on the third floor. The noise was loud enough to be heard at

Monday, Aug. 30 at 9:02 p.m.: A deer was hit on FGCU Boulevard outbound. The deer reportedly got up and walked away, but the complainant reported damage to his vehicle.

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Get the most out of your higher education By Eric Abin Contributing writer

• Play a sport. It’s a perfect way to spend a fun time with your friends and stay in shape.

he time spent in college is always rumored to be the most memorable of any graduate’s lifetime. Movies, TV shows, and stories handed down from our elders all work together to form a constantly changing ideal for the most exciting and worthwhile college experience. So, what can students do before they “kick the college bucket?” • Move out! Although living off your parents might better your financial situation, it will definitely leave you far less experienced and ready to take on the world. Eventually, you will learn to adapt to a constantly changing environment, and enjoy it as well. Make friends with your roommates. Odds are, they will be interested in many of the same things you are. Not to mention that most social events are likely to take place right near the campus.

• Learn an instrument. It’s a fulfilling talent that teaches plenty of selfdiscipline. • Explore the arts . Whether its music, writing or painting, feeding your inner artist is a perfect way to awaken any latent creative talent. • Work out. College is infamous for increased body weight. It is the best time to stay healthy and in shape. • Read, read, read. Now that you’re in college, no one can stress the importance of reading enough. You are guaranteed to come across dozens of interesting texts. • Join a club. There is a reason why schools promote organizations. Not only are they productive ways to spend your free time, they’re perfect for meeting new people, and they teach you the best ways to organize your time. • Study! Keep in mind, with all these things to do, you’re likely to be busy; but no matter how busy and overwhelmed you feel, you can never lose sight of your real goal. You are in college to learn and make something of your life and lead you into the career you always dreamed of. The personal growth will come along with it.

• Expand your palette of interests. You will soon find yourself excited to learn the subtleties of every subject you come across. While finding a career is invaluable, finding yourself is far beyond description. And you will, no doubt, be a person with constantly changing interests. There is no sense in limiting yourself.

Summer class a chance to really meet the Beatles By Jordan Rodriguez Senior staff writer

f you say you want a revolution in terms of an academic experience, there’s a Beatles class offered at FGCU over the summer. “Meet the Beatles: The Impact of The Beatles on American Culture,” IDS 3301, is a class with a different approach. Taught by Associate Professor Dr. David Thurmaier, students study The Beatles’ story, as well as learn how they impacted world culture in the 1960s. Thurmaier sets up the class in chronological order of the Beatles’ history, from the early Beatles and their multiple influences, through their changes in style, life, and their eventual breakup.

Multiple aspects of pop culture at the time are discussed in class as well as how the Beatles transformed music. Much of the reading comes from “Can’t Buy Me Love: The Beatles, Britain, and America,” and the music, of course, comes from The Beatles, 1962-66, and 1967-70, compact disc sets. There is technical work involved such as studying the composition of music, and there is creative work, allowing for new definition and expression of the Beatles. Don’t expect a light workload, but don’t expect to hate it, either. Students are asked to keep a daily journal to express their reactions, thoughts and reflections in response to issues covered about the Beatles (music, sex,

drugs, movies, etc). Along with this documentation, there are multiple song analyses that allow the students to interpret certain songs and discuss the lyrics and the music. Finally, at the end of the term, students are required to pick a Beatles song and to create a music video illustrating it. It is clear this is a class that not only feeds one with knowledge, but inspires creativity. Many students — Beatles enthusiasts and non-enthusiasts alike — expressed their enjoyment of this summer class. If you don’t know much about the Beatles, or just never really had an interest, be prepared to leave the class with a stronger understanding and appreciation for the group and their music.

If you think you know it all, be surprised, for even Thurmaier has a few tricks up his sleeve for this class. This is an “Issues in Culture in Society” class, so a lot of the focus is on the effect the Beatles had on culture and society, and vice versa. However, a different album of the Beatles is covered almost every class — and there are even a few live performances by Thurmaier. If you’re looking for a fun class, a little smooth sailing over the summer, or just want to run through some strawberry fields, give this class a go. Just ook for Lucy in the sky and watch out for Maxwell’s sil- Clockwise from top left, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, John Lennon and George ver hammer. Harrison. Stock photo

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campus briefs

Engineering gets accredited

HIt Us with your best Shot

On Aug, 16, the U.A. Whitaker School of Engineering received accreditation by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc. (ABET) for its baccalaureate programs in bioengineering, civil engineering and environmental engineering. Although it was just accredited this year, all of FGCU’s graduates now have ABET-accredited degrees as well. “We would not have achieved our accreditation goals if the students in our pioneering classes of 2009 and 2010— and their parents — had not been willing to take a chance,” said Dr. Susan Blanchard, founding director, on the Director’s Message page of the Whitaker School of Engineering website. The program has grown from 100 students the first fall to more than 650 this August. ABET accreditation is assurance that a college or university program meets quality standards established by the profession it prepares students for, according to ABET.org.

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SG gives rides, seeks feedback Starting Wednesday, Sept. 1, students will have the chance to voice their opinions to Student Government officials while hitching a ride to class. SG members will drive students to class along three routes: South Village to main campus, North Lake to main campus and Lutgert College of Business to main campus. During the ride, they’ll ask the students what they want to see improved and their overall opinions of FGCU. This SG initiative, named “What YOU Want Wednesday,” is an effort to gather information and opinions from FGCU students. “It is important to me that SG does its best to communicate with the students and I feel this is a great step in reaching out … and really finding out what they want,” said Jordan LaCrosse, SG director of communications. SG also wants to focus on instilling traditions and school spirit into students. Azul the Eagle is expected to accompany SG officials on some rides.

Dreams arrive at the art gallery FGCU’s Art Gallery is opening its doors this semester with “Nature, Revisions and Dreams,” a collection of works from artists who have a surrealist edge. This exhibit will be in the main gallery of the Arts Complex until Sept. 30. Featured artists explore the physical, emotional and spiritual relationships between humans, nature and machines, according to the Visual & Performing Arts newsletter. The Visual & Performing Arts will also be collecting food donations for the Harry Chapin Food Bank. Students and guests are encouraged to bring canned goods to any events this season in an effort to alleviate hunger in our community. — Eagle News staff

Students can save big at local businesses with online coupons Azul the Eagle does the worm at the season-opening FGCU volleyball tournament. Photo courtesy of Alycia Silver

By Samantha League News editor

here will always be one thing that can make college students happy: coupons. Students find them in their FGCU planners and housing residents will find them on their doors. And now, students can log on at couponsiwant.com to find many more they might have missed. Only two months old, couponsiwant.com is a site created for Southwest Florida businesses to both advertise their companies and to help their consumers save. The idea came to Reema Bhatia, the founder of Couponsiwant.com, when a client of her second company couldn’t afford postcard mailings. “It really bugged me that here I am, a company that can work on big budgets … couldn’t do anything for my good friend except paying for one of the postcard mailings,” Bhatia said. That’s when she started thinking about how the com-

munity could support the local businesses, and in turn, how the local businesses could reward the community. “We asked ourselves, ‘How can we help local businesses compete with franchises?’” Bhatia said. She and her fellow coworkers decided on a website where only local businesses are advertised. “Just two weeks ago, CiCi’s wanted to advertise on our site and we said no,” Bhatia said. “You have to be a local business.” When you visit the website, you will pull down what city you want to view and are given the option to pick a category. The cities range from Cape Coral to Naples, and the categories range from restaurants to salons and spas. Once you choose, you’ll be taken to a page filled with coupons. Each coupon will show the expiration date along with the address of the business and consumers’ reviews. The site is also so userfriendly that you don’t have

to print out the coupon for the business; you can send the coupon to your phone to show the business when you walk in. “If (a friend) was looking to save some money, I’d tell them to take a quick look at this site before buying a coupon book,” said Joe Angius, a sophomore majoring in environmental science. Angius also said he’d specifically recommend the restaurant and attractions categories. “If you’re looking for stuff to do with a group of friends for cheap, I think this site would be a great place to look,” he said. Although Brittany Fetzner, a freshman majoring in biology, is new to the area, she is also

impressed with the site. “If I knew where all of the places were, I’d definitely use the coupons,” Fetzner said. “It’s a good site.” Bhatia not only wants to help consumers and communities; she also wants students to see that there are always solutions to problems, especially in this economy. “(Students) should know the economy is weak, but there’s always a way,” she said. “When the going gets tough, the tough get going.”

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Greek Life: Sig Ep Balance Man & Panhellenic Recruitment

On Aug. 19, the Sig Ep Balance Man Program awarded scholarships to four incoming freshmen for their high school accomplishments. From left: Brad Sifrig received the first-place scholarship, Cory Mentzer received the second-place scholarship, Alex Regets received the third-place scholarship and Eric Kreiger received the fourth-place scholarship. EN photo/ Samantha League Female students gather in the Student Union for 2010 recruitment. EN photo/ Mike Ricci

Ex-Gov. Bush latest to back Naples’ Scott By The Associated Press

epublican gubernatorial nominee Rick Scott is prepåred to be Florida’s next governor and has the background for the job, former Gov. Jeb Bush told some 200 GOP loyalists Tuesday. Bush, who was Florida’s governor from 1999-2007, formally joined ranks with the Republican nominee at a Republican Party unity rally in Jacksonville after supporting Attorney General Bill McCollum in last week’s primary. Bush said he has no reservations about getting behind the self-funded candidacy of Scott, a Naples resident. “He has the practical experience from the private sector to execute on his dreams, and your dreams will come true with Rick Scott as your next governor,” Bush said. “I hope you spend all the time you can to elect this good man.” Fla. Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Scott (center) and Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour (right) in Miami Bush earlier this summer described on Tuesday. AP photo Scott’s outsider campaign as “weird,” but he said Tuesday that he’s been impressed with the nominee. “I’ll have a running mate everybody will Collum’s failed bid for the nomination. “It’s more than appropriate to look at be proud of,” said Scott, who is scheduled to Bush said he was hopeful that McCollum the general election and say this is the guy announce his choice Thursday. “This person would soon get over his defeat and endorse to lead us,” Bush said. “I was for Bill McCol- is going to do a wonderful job.” the nominee. lum ... he’s a good friend, but I wasn’t against The Duval County Republican headquar“I’ve been there,” Bush said, referring to Rick Scott.” ters building was surrounded by Scott cam- his 1994 defeat by Gov. Lawton Chiles in the Scott talked with Bush about a lieuten- paign signs and the 200 or so who squeezed closest gubernatorial race in Florida histoant governor selection, but neither would di- inside wore Scott campaign buttons — ry. “It hurts.” vulge the names they discussed. though many conceded they had backed McScott is running against Democrat Alex Sink, the state’s chief financial officer, and independent Lawton “Bud” Chiles III, the son of the late Democratic governor. Chiles, however, has indicated in recent days

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that he’s thinking about dropping out of the contest. Sink’s campaign announced Tuesday that 10 Republican elected officials — mayors, city commissioners and council members from across Florida — have endorsed her. The Jacksonville rally was the second of the day staged by Republican leaders seeking to assure voters the party stands united behind Scott. Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour, head of the Republican Governors Association, joined Scott and about 200 mostly elderly supporters at a Miami-area community center. Scott’s campaign called the appearances a “unity tour,” a week after a terse exchange between Scott and the governors’ group over a primary ad attacking McCollum. Senate President Jeff Atwater and incoming House Speaker Dean Cannon emphasized Republican teamwork was needed to send Scott to the governor’s mansion in November instead of members of what they called “Obama’s team.” “He won a great victory in a tough primary. Now I’m tickled to see all these legislators here to support him,” Barbour told the crowd. When reporters asked Scott about intraparty squabbles before the primary, he responded with criticism of President Barack Obama’s health care law and the federal deficit. “It’s great to have (the governors association’s) support to make sure that our agenda of building jobs is the winning agenda,” Scott said. Barbour pledged that the association would spend millions to help Scott’s campaign.

Degree continued from page 1 A bachelor of science in software engineering will be offered in time to graduate a class in 2015. Ideally, it will replace the B.S. in computer science. “There’s a demand for software engineers. Most computer science majors get a job as a software engineer anyway, so we’re just going to make it a degree,” said Diana Stoppiello, academic adviser for the Whitaker School of Engineering. Although the software engineering B.S. is expected to replace the computer science B.S., students already in the computer

science program will have the option to finish out the program. FGCU will be one of the first institutions in the state to offer a software engineering B.S. A bachelor of arts in journalism also will be introduced at FGCU in fall 2011. “There a high demand from students, and many first-year and College of Arts and Sciences advisers have expressed interest as well,” said Lyn Millner, associate professor. The major will not be separated into a print track or multimedia track, either — all aspects of journalism will be covered for every student. “I think the university sees the importance in the skills that a journalism degree teaches also,” Millner said.

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LEFT: Many students got a laugh out of comedy night. FAR LEFT: Steve Byrne peformed at comedy night EN photos/ Anna Nguyen

TOP: Derek Hughes, after making a card appear, used a student to help his act. EN Photo/ Anna Nguyen LEFT: Students got a chance to display examples of their culture. EN Photo/ Amanda Walicki

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TOP: Students got to play several different casino games. EN Photo Mike Ricci RIGHT: Steve Byrne interacted with the crowd at comedy night. EN Photo/ Anna Nguyen

Arts & Lifestyle Your Tunes

What are you listening to?

Shawn Pacheco Business marketing Sophomore 1. “Say Yeah” by Whiz Khalifa 2. “Monster” by Kanye West 3. “Bold as Love” by John Mayer 4. “Steady Mobbin’” by Young Money 5. “The Ocean” by Mae

To me, music is ... “Life.”

Keep a healthy lifestyle to prevent the feared 15-pound weight gain By Melissa Bell Staff Writer

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ncoming freshmen can expect classes or extracurricular activities to be overwhelming, but no one expects the 15-pound weight gain that can come with the first year of college. It’s what they call “The Freshman Fifteen” and it hits hard. With huge amounts of homework and demanding social schedules, one thing that can be easily forgotten is how to live a healthy lifestyle. Within the first couple months, or even weeks, upon arriving on campus, those extra pounds start showing. It’s sometimes difficult to carry over healthy eating habits your home base may have once instilled. “My freshman year came and it was really hard not to go out every evening,” said Stephanie Roewan, sophomore majoring in biology. “When I put on more weight than I had ever thought possible, I decided to spend more time at Publix, in the produce section, and less time at SoVi.” Eating healthier isn’t as hard as you think. A balanced meal is extremely important; include a protein and a vegetable in every meal. Throwing in more carbohydrates can be enticing, so eat a sweet potato or some wheat or whole grain toast to fulfill your cravings. If you’re an ice cream fanatic, try frozen yogurt. Many companies make delicious yogurt in flavors such as vanilla and chocolate. “I learned quickly portions are the key,” said Jordan Pearlman, a junior majoring in management. “I have my bad nights like Moe’s Mondays, and then there are always the weekends,” Pearlman said. “But other nights during the week, I budget my money so I can make sure my body is getting what it needs.” Having an active lifestyle is a big factor in keeping the weight from creeping up. FGCU’s campus offers a gym with basketball courts, group fitness classes and machines for selfworkouts. Going into a new gym can be intimidating, but there is free training for FGCU students and even equipment orientation. Megan Felt, a sophomore majoring in ath-

letic training, said that before she came to FGCU she went to an all-women’s gym to avoid being uncomfortable. “I went with my roommate [at FGCU] and it was fine; everybody minded their own business, but if I had a question whoever I asked was helpful,” Felt said. If the gym isn’t the place for you, the aquatics center is a great place to swim laps. The pool is equipped with both 50-meter and 25-yard pool lengths for a nice swim. Swimming is a great way to get in shape because you’re working out your entire body. It is also easy on joints, which is great for students with past shoulder or knee injuries, for example. “I like to swim, personally,” Roewan said. “I had shoulder surgery a couple years back and it helps reduce the subtle spurts of pain I used to get, and I get a good tan.” “The Freshman Fifteen” can be controlled or avoided altogether. Watch what you eat and incorporate an active lifestyle into your busy weekly schedule. Following these healthy guidelines will prevent those extra pounds, keeping them at a far distance.

The Fitness Center sports a facelift. Photo courtesy of Eric Bareto

Fitness Center features New equipment Group fitness classes Personal training Campus running routes Equipment rentals

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FGCU Comedy Night brings laughs to students By Katie Sartoris A&L editor

he Week of Welcome Comedy Night was a hit — both Steve Byrne and Derek Hughes proved themselves worthy as tears of laughter ran down the faces of many FGCU students in the audience. If you walked past the Student Union Ballroom on Aug. 24, you would have heard uncontrollable laughter pouring out into the hallway. Steve Byrne started the night with his hilarious onehour act. He poked fun at race, targeting ridiculous stereotypes that are still apparent in this country; relationships, going on a rant about when your girlfriend is really in love with you; and closed it out with a six-member boy band assembled on the spot, named “Sausage Party.” Throughout his act, Byrne asked for audience participation. When the members of the audience could catch their breath between Byrne’s hilarious jokes, they responded. When Byrne asked what the hot spot was around the area, an audience member yelled, “Club Apple!” and informed the comedian that Applebee’s turns into a club at night. That made him laugh. The highlight of the act was the grand finale, during which Byrne assembled his very own boy band. “Uncle Creepy was my favorite,” said Dan Disalvo, a senior majoring in criminal justice. “I was laughing so hard.” Byrne chose six men from the audience and gave each one a name. He assembled them in a line and had each of them give one lucky female audience member a lap dance while jamming to Usher’s “Make Love in this Club.” The rest of the audience roared with laughter.

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After Byrne came Derek Hughes, a comedian/magician who made you laugh and racked your brain at the same time. With his assortment of props and jokes, the former “Celebracadabra” contestant kept the audience engaged. He first performed the classic rope trick, magically changing three ropes from equal lengths to different ones. He then explained how he got into magic. “How do you get into magic? Suck at sports,” Hughes said. Hughes also included audience participation in his act. He asked a girl to come on stage from the audience and had her write her name twice on a card in a brand new deck of cards. She did, and he performed a slew of tricks where her card would show up in his pocket. One time, the entire deck appeared in his pocket. Junior Krista Hinton enjoyed Hughes’ performance. “It was really cool to see magic tricks live,” the special education major said. Hinton’s favorite part was Hughes’ final trick. He claimed that the trick had never been done and that he and the audience were “making history.” He first ripped off a corner of a card and folded it up, put it into his deck, then the magic happened. A couple minutes later, Hughes was pulling the card from the backside of his boxers. The crowd roared with laughter and applause as Hughes closed out his act and left the stage. Comedy Night left FGCU students’ sides hurting and their eyes watering from laughing so hard. You could tell that both Byrne and Hughes made a lasting impression on the audience — as they walked out, you could still hear them laughing and retelling the jokes the comedi- Steve Byrne closes with a finale lap dance. EN Photo/Anna Nguyen ans performed. Oxfords aren’t just for school uniforms anymore. They’re versatile and interesting, and can come in just about any pattern you want. Forever 21 has the best selection of Oxfords for the best prices. If you’re looking for a great pair of oxfords that you can wear just about any time, a plain-colored perforated pair for only $24.80 is the way to go. Whether you’re pairing them with a great pair of skinnies or tights and a floral skirt, this pair is sure to amp up your style. Looking for a bit more flair for your outfit? Add the awesome sequin floral oxfords pictured at left to your outfit. They’re also priced at $24.80. For a night out on the town, the peep toe oxford pumps at right are great for just $25.80. Wear them with a dark pair of skinnies and a cute top and you’re set for the night. Add a sparkling or metallic clutch to give even more shine to your outfit.

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By Michelle Morton Staff writer

elcome to a new chapter in your life — college.

You’re probably scared or excited about starting a new journey in your life. College can be a good experience. Likewise, it can also be a tough experience. The outcome relies on your actions. Your academics should be the main reason why you are attending college. My Michelle three years here at Gulf Coast have Morton Florida taught me skills that have helped me become the person I am now. I’m sure new students are thinking freedom and a chance to have a new start. But you also need to be thinking about what college can offer you through working with the right people, organizations and networks. These can have a positive effect on your future, and your ultimate work ethic. Your journey is going to bring many different experiences to your life. It is a good idea to enter with a positive outlook. Remember that you will have ups and downs, but it is all part of the growing process. This is how the real world is. You will have assignments, due dates and obligations throughout your life. You will also learn from negative experiences — and those will help you develop. When you walk on campus, keep your mind open. Learn everything possible FGCU can offer. This will be a chance for you to meet new people. Classes can be very demanding of your time. You must form good time management skills. Events are fun, but remember your No. 1 priority should be your classes. Letting your GPA drop is irresponsible. It is difficult to bring back up. Your first year in college does count — unlike what many students may believe. Make sure you put effort in your work. It isn’t all about fun. You’re living a new chapter in your life, and it is going to have bumps. Overall, it will be worth the ride. Welcome to the nest, my friends. May this experience lead to the beginning of a wonderful journey and the making of a new you.

Michelle Morton is a senior. She is majoring in communication with a minor in journalism, philosophy,and interdisciplinary studies. Michelle is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated. Michelle enjoys writing poetry and is active in spoken word. She sees herself as an intellectual, open-minded writer who will get to the truth because the truth shall set you free.

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Five years after Katrina, have we forgotten? By Chelsea Seeley

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ive years ago this week, Hurricane Katrina made her away across New Orleans, destroying everything in her path and killing almost 2,000 people. She was ranked one of the top five most deadly hurricanes ever by the National Hurricane Center, and was the most expensive to recover from. This storm should have been a reminder to the U.S. that the most terrible of things will happen unexpectedly. We must always have some emergency preparation planned. Since Katrina, we have seen evidence of the realization of the need for disaster plans. President Obama has made inspirational speeches about pulling together as a nation in times of need. We would like to think that disasters such as this would bind our nation together to help others, but when I asked several of my peers if they knew about the five-year anniversary of Katrina, none of them even remembered where it hit. Hurricane Katrina formed in the Bahamas on Aug. 23, 2005. The island chain was hit unprepared for the

storm and with few evacuation efforts being made. Katrina then made her way into the Gulf of Mexico, where she was predicted to hit Florida. Gov. Jeb Bush had called a state of emergency, and demanded mandatory evacuations of the cities that were forecasted to be hit. Katrina instead went up to Mississippi and Louisiana, where the destruction began. She made landfall Aug. 28, 2005, leaving an entire city destroyed. The people of New Orleans were helpless. Despite clean-up attempts and rebuilding efforts, Louisiana won’t ever be the same. Even if the Saints won the Super Bowl, that was only a fleeting moment of triumph. Supposedly, the Federal Emergency Management Agency was on the scene immediately. Yet, after reading news accounts from years past, FEMA barely made a dent in helping the poor people trying to survive in New Orleans. In fact, they probably only aided in the violence that appeared shortly in Katrina’s wake. I am saddened to see that so many people have put this horrible storm out of their minds. FEMA has had to face much

criticism since their largely futile efforts. The agency won’t ever have its reputation restored to what it needs to be. I am proud to have seen recent clips of Brad Pitt being one of these critics. He and Spike Lee filmed a documentary of New Orleans after the tragedy. He has basically said what we all need to hear: wake up, and pay attention to what we need to fix. Hurricane Katrina is going to make it into our history books in the near future. But there won’t be any positive lesson about how it made our country stronger— only how it quickly affected the hearts of people and then disappeared once out of sight. As for me, I will not be forgetting how Katrina ruined Louisiana. Eventually, things might get better. Until then, the saints will NOT be marching in, despite the cheerful Mardi Gras music. Chelsea Seeley is a freshman majoring in elementary education. Her goal is to eventually receive her master’s in special education. Chelsea has been writing for public audiences for more than four years. She loves how writing can be a true expression of your personality.

As seen on TV is no way to lead one’s life By Taryn Kerber

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hildren are mindless sponges that, for the most part, don’t think and just do. Parents and surroundings attempt to fill up these sponges with useful knowledge so that by the time they finish absorbing, they could potentially turn out to be healthy, educated, and outstanding adults. However, nowadays, kids are also being cultured by the theory of texting, intro to peer pressure, the art of video games, and the study of junk food. Television shows are losing their entertaining storylines and gaining too many worthless product placements. Why not just throw out the script and say, “Try these products so you can be beautiful and superior like us!” With children, they see the ad, want it, and nag their parents until they acquire it. Most parents seem to be either too young, want their kids to have everything because they didn’t have it growing up, or they are afraid of saying no because they don’t want to be considered neglectful parents. When I was little, all I saw on TV were

blonde girls holding products that I wanted. I wished I were just like them. Granted, my mother isn’t afraid of saying no. When I threw a fit she would punish me and tell me I couldn’t dye my hair or have that item. When someone was critical of her firmness, she would simply reply, “It’s called parenting.” A situation such as this could be avoided if shows would stop shoving brands up against the screen and start filming more meaningful shows. Why not incorporate real events and news into a show so children can at least become somewhat educated and aware of the world around them while they are sitting there like mindless drones, watching crap like “Jersey Shore?” Parents who do try to shelter their kids have to filter so much of what goes on in their home and in their children’s lives that it makes it impossible to let them just be. They also become the “bad guy” for not allowing their kids do what they please. Children don’t realize there are peer pressure ads being displayed at every corner and in every aspect of their lives that they sometimes need to filter. The media has become a wasted highway of viruses. Just like when you’re driv-

ing and on the side of the road you see the golden arches and suddenly you want McDonald’s. It’s an infection. It consumes you — and we’re all affected by it. I think if something has that much power over the human mind and motivation, why not use it for more than promoting useless items and hair care products? These media based kids then become the media based college students who sit in front of their computers all day and text non-stop, get back to their dorms by a certain hour to watch all their shows, and become completely consumed by the commodities they feel they “have to have” because that’s the environment they grew up in. There’s a sun outside. Try doing actual activity in it without using artificial tanning products. You’ll live, I promise. Taryn Kerber is a freshman majoring in communication and plans on becoming an event planner. She has a creative and outspoken mind. Taryn is also an environmentalist and is out to save the world, one good deed at a time. She believes, deep down, everyone is good. If only they saw more with their hearts.

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Terrorist looks can be deceiving Is the Park 51 mosque morally arbitrary? By Mandie Rainwater Staff writer

magine if you will that a terrorist detonates a bomb that kills innocent people as they gather to celebrate a world-class sporting event in peace and unity. Which event do you think of ? If you thought back to the attack on the civilians gathering to watch the World Cup, you would be wrong. I am talking about when Eric Rudolph planta 40-pound pipe bomb Mandie ed under a bench in CenRainwater tennial Park at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta that claimed the life of one person and injured 111 others. Imagine if you will a vehicle loaded with explosives pulling up to an American building that symbolizes the government of the United States and exploding. Innocents die in the blast. Do you think back to 2008 when a car bomb exploded outside a U.S. Embassy in Yemen, and coupled with a rocket strike killed 16 people on their way to work? If so, that would not be what I am thinking about. I remember watching on TV as they carried 19 children and the remaining 168 bodies out of the rubble of the Alfred P. Murrah Building after Timothy McVeigh parked a rental truck outside and walked away before it exploded. The point of my exercise is to get you thinking about what a terrorist is and why we are so quick to jump to the conclusion that all terrorist attacks are performed by people of Middle Eastern descent or Islamic religion. Extremists lurk in the shadows of each and every cultural group — even seemingly non-violent ones. Given enough pressures, motivation and attachment to a cause, people can find reasons to fight. Rudolph felt that the only way to save unborn children and show his devotion to God was to kill those involved in the legal field of abortion. McVeigh felt it was his duty to show the government the error of its ways for the Branch Davidian standoff that ended the lives of 76 people, including 20 children. Terrorism is not confined to people who wear turbans; many peaceful cultures use this particular head dressing, nor is it confined to strictly religious fanatics. The United Nations General Assembly defined

terrorism in 1994 as “criminal acts intended or calculated to provoke a state of terror in the general public, a group of persons or particular persons for political purposes are in any circumstance unjustifiable, whatever the considerations of a political, philosophical, ideological, racial, ethnic, religious, or any other nature that may be invoked to justify them.” But, even as the term is used to describe Islamic extremists and other Muslim groups very easily, we have a hard time attaching the words to Americans or those who perform violence in the name of the Christian God. In Gainesville, Fla., according to a report from the New York Times this past week, a pastor is planning a Koran burning to honor the victims of the Sept. 11 attacks. The article goes on to point out that anti-Islamic attacks have been on the rise in Florida in particular. In May there were arson attempts, pipe bombs exploded in mosques, and many vandalizations in Jacksonville. No matter how people label these events, they are the very definition of terrorism. On Aug. 24 a young man climbed into a cab in New York and after asking questions of the driver to ensure he was a Muslim, stabbed him twice in the face and slit his throat, according to the N.Y. Times. This, too, is an act of terror, by an American. We the people of a land that is as diverse as the world itself cannot continue to use double standards and misrepresentations based on ethnicities, religions, and other personal preferences. If we are to come together as a civilization of humans rather than a wartorn planet of hatred, we must see all inhabitants for what they are, no matter what country they hail from. We must get past our visual differences and know that terrorists walk among us and they can look like anyone and they can believe in many things. Don’t fall into the traps of generations past that a terrorist is brown, a thief is black and all good people are tan. If you do, you are wrong. Mandie Rainwater is a sophomore. She is majoring in secondary education with a focus in social sciences. She is married with two children and is an active volunteer for C.A.R.E.S. Suicide Prevention. She is also a contributing author to “UnspOILed: Writers speak for Florida’s Coast” and has been featured in the Southeast Review Online Journal.

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he horse towing the moral issues chariot of the “ground zero mosque” has officially been beaten to death. I keep thinking about this from a historical aspect. In the future, if someone asks me from a historical perspective what I think of a mosque being built at ground zero, I have no choice but to note the metaphoric slap in the face to the memory of those who died and their families. If the mosque is built, I simply don’t see how we can defend its construction as a wise choice. In fact, President Obama himself has deSara clined to comment on “the Gottwalles wisdom of the project.” If someone dies from anaphylactic reaction to bee stings, out of respect you don’t place bee houses on the site where they collapsed. Historically, mosques have been built on conquered ground. Anywhere but ground zero would be perfectly fine by me. I believe in freedom of religion. But the proposed site is inappropriate. Time magazine ran an article this month asking if America is Islamaphobic. I believe the answer is yes, absolutely. This is more of a religious war than anything — and religion is the opiate of the masses. To me, this is more of an issue of respect. A large number of people — a large number of New Yorkers who would have to see the mosque on a daily basis, are against the construction. For many opposing citizens, the building of a mosque at ground zero would be like respectfully burying Hitler at Auschwitz. I’m not sure I would go that far, but from a his-

torical point of view, it would not be the wisest decision we ever made. What concerns me most is public safety. Who is to say that there would not be “retaliation attacks” on those who went to the Park 51 location to pray? Worship has occurred in the location for over a year now, but the erection of an actual mosque would bring the site to fruition. Would we one day flip on the news to hear that an American terrorist took “revenge” and blew up the building, killing those inside and passing pedestrians? The negative moral aspects are very heavy in this issue. Yes, we want religious freedom, but we also want everyone to safely return to their beds each night. Which is more important? This is not a decision the founding fathers ever wanted us to face, yet here we are. If the mosque is built I will have to really make the best use of my philosophy education and formulate some rhetoric. I need to be prepared for the day I am standing in front of a high school history class and a student asks me why extremist Islamic terrorists blew up the Twin Towers and we then built a mosque on the very site that thousands of Americans lost their lives. Perhaps in time I will come up with a sensible answer, but for right now, we are still trying to adjust to the very idea of the construction of a mosque at ground zero.

Sara Gottwalles is a senior. She is majoring in history with a minor in education and philosophy and holds a bachelor of arts in communication. She is a freelancer with the Naples Daily News. Sara likes to look into different philosophies of life and gives more credit to the unorthodox than “the norm.” As a Buddhist, she strongly believes in the 4 noble truths.

NYC mosque will have lasting implications ByJeffrey Haut Staff writer

reedom is a concept that should never be taken lightly. It is the ability to do what you wish, when you wish it. With freedom comes with responsibility — to yourself and to your fellow citizens. Freedom is not subjective. Freedom should never be a concept that waivers or vacillates. However, over the past few weeks, the concept of “freedom” has undergone some scrutiny. When does the freedom to build an Islamic Cultural Center become more important than the freedom to keep the sanctity of a site where a human travesty of immense proportions occurred? Much of the heated debate that has arisen from this decision to build a mosque does not stem from the legal reasoning supporting its construction. The opposition to the Islamic Center comes from the background of the developer, the controversial statements of the Center’s Imam and its location — mere blocks from ground zero. Traditionally, when a Muslim jihad (or holy war) is won, it is common practice to build a mosque in the area that the victory occurred. This is argued to have been the case in Granada in 2003. Historically, it is believed to originate from when a mosque that was built where the Great Temple of Jerusalem fell to Muslim crusaders in biblical times. Many people believe that the reason this center is being built is to assert an Islamic dominance over the American people. This issue has turned into a partisan political issue; if you support it you are “condoning terrorism,” and if you do not support it, you are an “islamophobic bigot.” However, this issue is not a political issue; it is a legal and public relations one. However valid any of the opponents’ concerns are from a public relations standpoint, none are legitimate legal reasons to delay the construction of the Islamic Center. In America we have many fundamental rights, among those are the right to property and the right to free exercise of religion. While the public relations implications of

the construction of the center are going to be overwhelmingly negative, the fundamentals of our constitution need to be upheld. Poll numbers or public perception should not dictate legal decisions that are made in this country. In fact, it isn’t our duty as Americans to make sure that we are being “politically correct,” it is our duty to make sure that “saving face” doesn’t trump our laws. No matter what side of the fence a person may sit on this issue, most agree on the legality of its construction. I believe that fundamentally, the burden to halt the construction of this Islamic Center does not lie with the courts. It is blatently obvious the courts would support the construction of the center. The burden lies with mainstream, assimilated Muslim-Americans to voice their opposition (if they may hold any) to the placement of this center. Some Muslims may realize that the overwhelming opposition to this center could make worship difficult — and it may put the lives of congregants in danger at the hands of bigots. If the average American citizen overlooks the statements of the Imam, the historical aspects of the construction of a mosque at this site and the shady background of the developer, he/she would have no choice but to support the center. However, when there are so many factors that hinder the advancement of the message the center is suppose to convey — friendship and unity — citizens are forced to oppose it. Perhaps a middle ground in this situation is to move the center to a place that is not in the shadow of the where the Twin Towers once stood. In that case, a consensus may be reached on this subject. Until then, citizens put legality aside and make his/her decision based on their feelings rather than logic.

Jeffrey Haut is a sophomore majoring in political science. He plans to attain his law degree from a Florida university after he graduates. He is a member of Kappa Sigma and feels that leadership is the truest test of one’s character.

Letter to the Editor By Buck Posey

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Thank you very much FGCU UPD. Over the summer I parked in a visitor parking space on my way to pick up 2 books that cost me $251.75 I was given a $30 ticket for a parking violation. Bringing the total cost of my trip up to $281.75. Seriously, the entire parking lot was less than 25 percent full. No orientation or major event would have hindered anyone else from using a visitor parking space.

Classes for the summer were pretty much completed. I’m estimating my trip to the bookstore at no more than 20 minutes. So, this is what I’m going to do: Return my books for a full refund. Now that I pretty much have my classes selected for this semester and have a good idea of what I need to take next semester, I am going to buy books online from the print shops overseas. I probably should have done that from the beginning. It would have cost me a lot less. Thanks again, UPD.

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Intramurals foster competitive fun By Josh Siegel Sports editor

ntramural sports offer a break from the monotony of the daily college routine, operating with more flexibility than Division 1 athletics and sports clubs. Little to no prior skills are required in any of the fall sports: basketball, kickball, tennis, soccer, volleyball, flag football (men’s and co-ed), though upper divisions feature more competitive play, as Intramural Coordinator Michael Howard describes. “I saw an instance where a student was trying to play water polo that couldn’t even swim, but through play and practice that person got better and had a good time,” Howard said. “Our upper division is more serious because you are playing someone just as good as you. The talent level is more consistent there.” Howard serves as lead architect of the intramural program, a position he has held for five years, with his mission oriented around social factors and progress. “My vision for intramurals is for students to have a place where they can have fun and network with different stu-

dents,” Howard said. “It’s an opportunity to mingle with kids you normally wouldn’t mingle with while sharing a common interest.” While Howard takes pride in the in-house, intimate nature of intramural sports — differentiated from the more bustling, frenetic sports clubs and athletic teams — teams travel to four tournaments across Florida each year. In fact, a recent co-ed flag football team attended a regional tournament at the University of Florida before qualifying for the national championship in New Orleans. Such a stretch into the national climate mirrors the ever-extending reach of FGCU Intramurals. Under the Campus Recreation umbrella, Howard has overseen the creation of the Recreation Outdoor Complex (i.e. the outdoor basketball courts and sand volleyball courts between Alico Arena and the tennis complex), while deepening intramurals resources and staff. “It has been a whirlwind in my five years here,” Howard said. “We had only four co-ed teams when I first got here, and now we have 42 co-ed teams and we want 50-plus coed teams eventually. Our staff

has increased from 12 to 35 plus people. All of this is due to the growth of the university as a whole and hard work in making this a fun place to be.” His next project involves generating a sports forum for adaptive services in the next few years, a foundation being built daily. Until then, students can register their teams for fall intramurals until Friday, Sept. 3 leading up to the annual captain’s meeting on Sept. 9.

Start dates

n Kickball: Sept. 13 n Basketball: Sept. 13 n Soccer: Sept. 14 n Volleyball: Sept. 14 n Tennis: Sept. 14 n Men’s Football: Sept. 15 Co-ed Football: Sept. 16

Dates are subject to change. Contact Campus Recreation for more information. Students playing flag football intramurals. Photos courtesy of Campus Recreation and Michael Howard

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Men’s cross country

Announced the addition of four runners for the 2010 season

Women’s soccer

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After four years of building a foundation, Butehorn ready to shoot for the next level

Women’s cross country

Season preview: Men’s soccer

By Josh Siegel Sports editor

Announced the addition of six runners for the 2010 season

hen reigning Atlantic Sun Coach of the Year Bob Butehorn took over the FGCU men’s soccer program four years ago, it signified the arrival of ambitious expectations and the dismissal of small-time inferiority. Acceptance of Butehorn’s new, unique vision— and attaining the ammunition for it to thrive — naturally took time, as the Eagles endured a 16-24-4 record in his first two seasons. Then came last year’s third-place finish in the ASun (6-3-0) and official move toward relevance, shifting the views of the masses with it, with Butehorn’s message staying true throughout. “For us, on the inside, expectations don’t change year in and year out,” Butehorn said. “We are a program that has always set very high goals. People are starting to recognize what we’re doing here and it feels good to be the hunted rather then the hunter.” Junior Christian Raudales — one of 23 returning players from 2009, a patriarch of Butehorn’s movement as the program’s all-time leader in goals scored, and a A-Sun All Conference second team selection — revels in seeing his commitment to the program pay off. “The dedication and want with this team has al-

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ways been there,” Raudales said. “Every year we’ve been closer and closer, but this year and next year (the first that the Eagles become post-season elgible under their D1 transition) are extra big. “It makes me feel good about my decision to come here and to believe in coach’s direction of the program.” A player with Raudales’ credentials, and the recognition that he has received,

combined with the culture of soccer in Florida, has allowed Butehorn to carry out his plans. “The luxury in Florida is that guys can play all year, so you can get guys who are comfortable technically, who can handle a quick pace and unlock different parts of the field,” Butehorn explained. “We have a different level of players now then we had when I first got here, and that has helped us move

gles split four games in two days, defeating Bethune-Cookman and Houston Baptist while falling to UCF and FAU. Wednesday, Sept. 1, comes the first of three ranked teams on the schedule with a match at No. 18 Oregon. High-profile games against No. 19 Michigan on Sept. 4 and No. 9 Washington on Sept. 11 are

to follow. The team, picked to finish second in the A-Sun Conference preseason coaches’ poll, is led by preseason all-conference senior Jelena Simic and junior Holly Youngquist. Head coach Dave Nichols returns 11 players from last year’s team that finished the regular ASun season in third place.

forward.” In that vein, 2010 marks the arrival of national team member Donovan Henry, the first recruit of that stature in Butehorn’s regime. He used a no-thrills, direct approach in wooing such a big-time talent, staples that he uses on all targets. “I think guys are attracted to the style we present and the honesty with which we approach them,” Buterhorn said. “I give players no false illusions. I told Donovan (Henry) he will have to come in and earn his spot just like everybody else. He fits the mold that we look for with his technical skills and character.” Butehorn has liked what he has seen from Donovan and the seven other newcomers in exhibitions, and promises them the opportunity to compete for playing time, yet the biggest boosts will come from returning players. Utilizing the availability of competitive summer leagues that offer a more individually-based perspective, Raudales feels equipped to confront a 2010 schedule that features No. 16 University of South Florida (in the season opener Sept. 1 in Tampa) — a team that recently beat No. 1 Akron in an exhibition game — No. 18 Ohio State and top 20 mainstay Old Dominion. “I played with the Bradenton Academics this summer, and the coach there def-

initely coaches a different style then Bob (Butehorn),” Raudales said. “But that helped me learn different formations, and made me more familiar with certain situations I might encounter this season with FGCU.” While Butehorn recognizes the attractiveness of traveling the country and observing outside talent, he covets a more unified summer template that would move his program closer to the elite. “We hope it comes to one day where we can put guys in a environment where they can get better together,” Butehorn said. “Hopefully my players will commit to that and go to summer school at FGCU and condition and play pick-up together. (Though under NCAA rules Butehorn can’t be directly involved). Most of the best teams in the country do that.” After laying the foundation for consistency in his first three years, Butehorn now has the reverence and resources to fulfill his intents, and he hopes this season helps to sustain that. “The goal has always been that when we play any team, win or lose, they leave the game saying we are the best team they’ve ever played,” Butehorn said. Raudales expanded, “People in our conference know we’re a good team, but we have to make sure outsiders respect us more than they do anyone else.”

Volleyball 2-2 with 3 ranked teams on horizon Eagle News staff

FGCU lost to Miami on Tuesday 3-1.

Men’s basketball

The men’’s basketball team announced they will compete in the Razorback Showcase this season. They will host Southeast Missouri State and play at Grambling and at Arkansas. Photos courtesy of fgcuathletics.com

oming off a 18-13 (155 A-Sun) season that culminated in a loss to Lipscomb in the A-Sun Tournament title game, the volleyball team opened the 2010 season Aug. 27. Hosting the FGCU Homewood Suites Volleyball Invitational, the Ea-

Right: FGCU fell to UCF in three games but ended the Homewood Suites Invitational with a 2-2 record. Top: Senior outside hitter Emma Racila goes up for a kill. EN Photo/ Taryn Kerber