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SG president, 4 others beat pot smoking claims

By Samantha League News editor

tudent Senate has finally settled the incident dividing its unity. Student President Peter Ryther, Director of Environmental Initiatives Tyler Offerman, and senators Rebecca Gwyn and Rafael Feliciano will keep their Student Government seats after surviving a Tuesday night im-

peachment hearing at the Student Union. Sen. Millie Ruiz, who was not present Tuesday, will have her hearing June 22. The five student leaders faced impeachment for allegedly smoking marijuana the night of June 4 at a mandatory Flight School retreat paid for by student funds. Another accused official, Senate president Jasmine Villanueva, resigned last week after the alle-

gations became public. Sens. Rosa Mendoza, Justin Carter, Lauren Schuetz and Cody Hinson claimed to have witnessed the accused smoking pot. However, the accusers were not the ones who informed administration. Their intent was to reprimand the SG leaders themselves. “Once we reprimanded them, we were swayed by friendship,” Mendoza said. “I personally

thought they could do better for themselves and have a second chance.” According to Mendoza, Chief Justice Chris Harmon approached the group about the incident and told Michele Yovanovich, dean of students. Harmon refused to comment after Tuesday’s meeting. “Mainly, when everything came out in the open, we had to

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tell the truth and nothing but the truth,” Mendoza said. Approximately 120 people showed up for Tuesday’s meeting. Among them was Howard Smith, professor of political science and public administration, who gave a statement on behalf of Public Affairs that was intended to help “guide the Senate through the process.”

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College Club purchase pending ByAllison Gagliardi Editor-in-Chief

White Sox sold on Sale as top pick Chris Sale throws in a bullpen session before the start of a game at Hammond Stadium in Fort Myers. Photo courtesy of Naples Daily News / Greg Kahn

By Josh Siegel Sports Editor

efore Chris Sale became a Major League Baseball first-round draft pick, his career was on the fast track to nowhere. His performance in the fall of his freshman year at FGCU, the only NCAA Division I school to offer him a scholarship, demanded change. The lack of consistent velocity on his pitches — a tendency that scared away recruiters — and a dour mindset to match, left his future looking bleak. “Chris had a terrible freshman fall, the worst I’ve ever seen,” said Dave Tollett, FGCU head coach. “After that period he seriously considered quit-

ting. He didn’t think he could play at this level. He just didn’t have a lot of confidence. Once the train started, he didn’t know how to stop it.” Richie Erath — Sale’s roommate, closest friend, and a fellow pitcher — observed, “He would throw real hard the first few innings of a game, and then he’d go down to like 88 or 89 (miles per hour).” As Sale himself tells it, “My freshman year I really struggled. I was having trouble getting outs. There was a span where I was pitching good, but during mid-summer my fastball was really flat. I kind of hit the wall.” Though he hadn’t experienced success at the collegiate level yet, he still was good enough to be plucked out of high school by the Colorado

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Rockies in the late rounds of the MLB draft before deciding to attend FGCU for the immediate playing time it offered. His status was lofty enough to where it would be natural to resist modifications, and to persist with what had gotten him there. However, displaying a bigpicture vision, Sale entered the Northwoods League in Wisconsin the summer after his freshman year with the intention to tear himself down in order to build himself back up. “I was talking with some of the coaches there and they were saying you can’t keep doing the same thing you’re doing, you have to try something different,” Sale said. “So I dropped down and tried a different arm slot (a three-quarters delivery). I saw immedi-

ate results with it. It was night and day. My velocity went up, I got the most out of my changeup, and I got better with the slider.” Beyond physical, tangible benefits, the altered technique and the results that followed allowed for the inner confidence that Sale always possessed to show through. “What the change in arm angle did was create movement and sink on his pitches,“ Tollett said. “He had the belief now that he could get it done. I started putting him in situations where he could be successful, where he didn’t have to worry about results. Then I put him in some big ball games and started to see what his future could look like.”

ollege Club will soon be added to the student housing empire. The Board of Trustees approved housing bonds to finance the $17 million purchase of College Club, located across Ben Hill Griffin Parkway from FGCU, which will become part of campus housing. The university entered a due diligence period in January, after the property fell into default of the loan used to build the complex. At the beginning of April, FGCU released a statement that it was no longer interested in the property, but months later, the offer is too good to pass up. “Just on price alone we would be saving,” said Joe Shepard, vice president for administrative services. According to Shepard, the apartment complex was built by Kraft Construction, which has built many structures on campus. The purchase requires minor changes and renovations, such as changing the locks and purchasing new air conditioners. “This is going to take time and money, and we believe we have both,” Shepard said. The Board of Governors will need to approve the purchase in September. Shepard doesn’t anticipate any issues. It was discussed at the Board of Trustees meeting the limited amount of land FGCU can build on. Trustees recognized that the College Club purchase would be an appropriate expansion, as well as a sound investment.

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Football feasibility report in the works By Eagle News staff University President Wilson Bradshaw announced that the university was moving forward with Carr’s Sports Association, an intercollegiate athletics consulting company, to construct a feasibility plan regarding the creation of a football field and team. “I don’t think we have to study the desire,” Bradshaw joked. “Let me emphasize with everyone here, this is not a plan to do football,” he said. The plan will outline what needs to be done for an FGCU football team to be competitive at the NCAA Division I level.

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student housing that was wrapped in plastic wrap. Attempts to contact the owner failed. The owner’s brother was contacted and said he would relay the message. The owner called back and stated that it was probably a prank and would take care of it in the morning.

Wednesday, June 8 at 7:12 p.m.: An individual called to report a possible drug deal on campus.

Friday, June 10 at 12:41 p.m.: An individual returned a wallet to UPD containing several credit cards including a debit card and a Social Security card. The owner was contacted and picked up the wallet.

Thursday, June 9 at 12:48 p.m.: A caller reported a raccoon in front of the library. The caller believed the raccoon to be sick. An officer already at the library checked out the area.

Friday, June 10 at 7:45 p.m.: UPD received a call informing them that there was a rattlesnake on the sidewalk in front of Oak Hall. The snake was captured and transported to another area.

Friday, June 10 at 1:45 a.m.: Officers noticed a vehicle in

Corrections and clarifications n The following organizations are part of the Greek Life community: Alpha Kappa Alpha, Delta Sigma Theta, Zeta Phi Beta, Kappa Alpha Psi, Phi Beta Sigma, Omega Psi Phi n The 2010 Student Government platform listed in the News Student Guide was from 2009. n The College of Arts and Sciences is located in Academic Building 7. In 2009 it had 190 professors. In 2010 it has 208 professors. n The correct contact information for Zeta Phi Beta is gammatauzphib@gmail.com n The correct contact information for Kappa Alpha Psi is fgcunupes@gmail.com n The preferred contact information for Delta Sigma Theta is tausigmadehasigmatheta@gmail.com

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Dean of Business to retire in 2011 By Samantha League News editor

n the nonfiction novel “The Endurance” by Caroline Alexander, Sir Ernest Shackleton has to guide his crew 600 miles to safety on a lifeboat through the Antarctic Ocean. When reading this, Richard Pegnetter started to wonder, “What could he have done if he had a canoe?” Pegnetter, an outdoorsman and the founding dean of the College of Business, is retiring in January 2011. “I’ve had a long and very productive career, so I’m feelPegnetter ing fine about it,” he said. Productive may be an understatement. Two of Pegnetter’s chief accomplishments have been getting the College of Business and the College of Engineering — and even the university itself — accredited. “Most students see the buildings, but it’s the people inside the buildings that make it hap-

pen,” said Hudson Rogers, associate provost. To become accredited, a university has to graduate a group of students who completed their entire program at that specific university. When the College of Business opened in 1997, it immediately started an executive MBA program, which takes two years to complete. So by 1999, FGCU was accredited by the Commission on Colleges of Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. “We (the College of Business) were actually an asset to the university, even though we didn’t know it or plan it,” Pegnetter said. When Pegnetter and his team of faculty got the College of Business accredited in 2003 by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), a national record was set. “I’ve never seen (a college be accredited that quickly), and I’ve been in business for 20 years,” Rogers said. When the opportunity of creating a College of Engineering presented itself, the foundation funding the creation of it said it would provide support if it was

started in the College of Business. Now, Pegnetter and Rogers both anticipate accreditation for the College of Engineering in a short couple of months. Pegnetter, who was previously the dean of business at Colorado State University before coming to FGCU in 1995, planned to make an impact from the very beginning. “I think the significant attraction (to FGCU) was the opportunity to start something from a blank piece of paper and build it up toward some really high standards of quality,” he said. The plan and vision were set before the faculty was hired to ensure “creative and entrepreneurial” people were chosen. “The college has had exceptional leadership and great stability, and has done a lot in the past 12 years because of Pegnetter and the team he’s built,” Rogers said. “When you compare our faculty to similar universities around the country, the strength of our faculty is very clear with their scholarship activity, classroom procedures and their interaction in the academic and

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real world,” Pegnetter said. “I think probably the greatest lesson for me has been to observe how much intellectual firepower you can release if you hire the creative people and empower them,” he said. He hopes this “powerful group of faculty” will “continue to sustain that entrepreneurial spirit” after he leaves. Although he’ll be stepping away from his high-demanding position here at FGCU, Pegnetter plans to continue working as a neutral arbitrator in disputes between unions and companies. And if you can’t find him a work setting, you can expect him to be outdoors: fishing, canoeing or backpacking. While Pegnetter has accepted his retirement, Rogers expressed how Pegnetter “will be a big loss to this university.” Just as Shackleton built a legacy leading his crew to safety, Pegnetter has built a legacy here at FGCU. “It’s about building a university that has a reputation,” Rogers said. “Ten to fifteen years from now, people will look back and ask, ‘How did they do that?’ And I’ll say, ‘It’s people like Rick Pegnetter.’”

Remembering Brandee Herrington

Brandee as a child. Photo courtesy of Carissa Herrington

By Allison Gagliardi Editor-in-Chief

randee Herrington didn’t just leave a legacy with family and friends. The sophomore elementary education major, who died in a car accident on Interstate 75 in Collier County in April, impacted the lives of many children in Fort Myers and her hometown of Coral Springs. Family members say Brandee was ambitious in her goal of working with special-needs children. Those children will never have the opportunity to meet the teacher who might have changed their lives. “Brandee loved kids; that was a huge part of what she did,” said Carissa Herrington, her older sister. That love for children was sparked by a rough couple

years during her elementary education. “Growing up, she was a slower learner and people thought she had a learning disability, but there was nothing medically wrong,” Carissa said. According to Brandee’s family, she was inspired to become a teacher after her fifth-grade teacher, Madeline Rodack, took the time to help her catch up in school. “Ms. Rodack was a huge part of why Brandee wanted to be a teacher. For so many years she was being told she had all these problems, but in reality she didn’t,” Carissa said. Rodack remained a part of Brandee’s life after elementary school. “She came to school each day with the ‘Brandee smile’ lighting up the room and gave

Brandee playing softball for the Pirates. She was the pitcher. Photo courtesy of Carissa Herrington

100 percent effort in all she did,” Rodack said. At the end of fifth grade, Brandee was named Student of the Year. “Her loss is not just one for her family and friends, but for also all the children who will not be able to have her as their teacher,” Rodack said. As a child, softball was a big part of the Herringtons’ family life. Especially Brandee. “We were always outdoor kids playing kickball, baseball,” Carissa said. “It (softball) encompassed everything she was and loved: determination, goal-oriented, family, and friends.” Brandee played on several teams, including a recreation team coached by her father, Jeffrey Sr. She was a pitcher. “The softball field was her

safe place for many years,” Carissa said. Even battle wounds couldn’t break Brandee’s desire to be on the field. “I remember she took a line drive to her face and it was nothing more than an inconvenience. She didn’t want to go to the hospital,” Carissa said. Brandee has a younger brother, Jeffrey, who is attending Coral Springs High School. Carissa recently graduated from the University of Central Florida. “My sister was an amazing person who was really just hitting the peak of her life. I have seen her grow so much over the last two years and was really looking forward to seeing the woman she was becoming,” Carissa said.

Faculty fight for their rights and pay By Katie Egan Staff writer

GCU’s administrators and faculty believe they share a common goal in providing excellent education to the university’s students. Now, 15 months of negotiations have paid off as the United Faculty of Florida–Florida Gulf Coast University Chapter and university administration reached a tentative agreement that, if approved, may extend this settlement from the current 2007-10 Collective Bargaining Agreement into 2010-11. The tentative agreement will honor the university’s commitment to shared governance and faculty members’ commitment to provide high-quality education. However, in order to deliver that excellent education, FGCU’s faculty believes the administration must honor faculty commitment and dedication to the university’s educational mission, respect faculty rights to share in the decisions that affect their lives, and assign faculty manageable workloads. A top priority for faculty members was to protect their legal rights to bargain the terms and conditions of their employment. Before the two parties were able to find common ground, FGCU refused to consider faculty’s proposal to remove any limits on their rights to bargain changes by the administration that relate to salary, benefits, and/or terms and conditions of employment — a right provided by Florida law. The UFF protected this right in two ways. They now have the right to hold the administration accountable if faculty members are not regularly consulted throughout the year on issues related to terms and conditions of employment. Also, faculty rights to bargain over the impact of any administrative regulation or policy that affects them have been strengthened. Faculty will assist the administration through UFF and work with the Faculty Senate to make new policies useful and effective. Faculty believe the University’s first priority, given its “array of commitments and available resources,” would be to protect faculty’s lives outside of work with just, fair and equitable compensation. In a recent press release from the UFF, distributed May 21, the faculty stated, “We are committed to raising the value of our student’s educational experience, but we are also members of families and communities. We pay mortgages, save for retirement and college tuition, and invest in our local communities.” Under the recent tentative agreement, the administration — in an attempt to show faculty that it’s committed to helping them protect their lives outside of work — the administration will compensate faculty with a one-time, $1,000 lump sum bonus effective Oct. 1, and a 2 percent raise effective Jan. 1, 2011. The Board of Trustees also approved either a 12 or 9 percent increase for 29 faculty and staff members. FGCU’s faculty believe salary and compensation structures must recognize the contributions of experienced faculty members, and must honor this commitment in fair and balanced ways. Faculty urged that starting salaries for new faculty members be linked to existing salary structures in each college.

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Waterfront gets permit, reopens for swimming FGCU’s signature perk is back open for swimming after Campus Recreation learned the waterfront didn’t have necessary Lee County permits. On April 26, the Lee County Health Department discovered the university does not have a permit for a county “bathing place.” As a result, students were not allowed to swim in the water for more than a month. A permit must be obtained to operate a public bathing place to ensure certain regulations are being met. According to the health department guidelines, regulations are “considered to be significant in the prevention of disease, sanitary nuisances, and accidents” that could endanger any individuals. An initial operating permit for a public bathing place costs $150. An annual renewal fee — determined by the size of the bathing place — will be paid to keep the permit.

Benefactor, friend Lutgert dies at age 90 Raymond Lutgert, an FGCU friend and contributor, died May28 at the age of 90. Lutgert contributed greatly to the university and the surrounding community. The Lutgert School of Business began with a $5 million contribution from his family. The donation made the $19 million facility possible. Lutgert, who was an accomplished sculptor later in life, was honored by FGCU with an honorary doctorate degree in 2005.

Stormwater scholarship available A scholarship for students interested in stormwater management is available. The Florida Storm Water Association’s scholarship program awards financial assistance to graduate students who are interested in stormwater research, management or finance. The amount of the scholarship is $2,000. Interested applicants must be graduate students enrolled in courses in the fall 2010 semester. Students must provide a letter of recommendation, official transcripts and a brief paper on selected topics. Students who are interested in the award must apply by Aug. 10. FSA is a nonprofit group that focuses on training and education. Ity began in 1993 and have grown to more than 300 member organizations. For more information students can visit the website at h t t p : // w w w. f l o r i d a - s t o r m w a t e r. o r g / p d f s / 2 0 0 9 -1 0 % 2 0 PDFs/2010scholarshipapp.pdf Students are encouraged to contact FSA if they have any questions or concerns regarding the application process. — Eagle News staff

College continued from page 1 “Twenty-five to 30 years from now, that (College Club) may not be student housing, but it will be a great piece of property,” said university President Wilson Bradshaw. If the Board of Governors approves the purchase, Shepard is predicting a year transition. The university must hon-

Senate continued from page 1 “Typical impeachment under these terms is a severe punishment,” Smith read. “In this case, the action brings with it consequences that are far more dire than consequences of the original act.” Because of a lack of evidence, it was word against word. The accusing senators stated they had followed the accused group into the woods because they had suspicions. Soon after, they said they walked into a cloud of marijuana smoke and saw something that looked like a “blunt,” a marijuana cigarette, being lit. According to the accused senators, Offerman went into the woods because he was looking for

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or the leases of the residents currently living in College Club, some of whom are not students and some students who were removed from campus housing for disciplinary reasons. According to Brian Fisher, director of housing and residence life, student housing has been just below or at 100 percent occupancy for most of its history. As of Tuesday, 250 students are on a waiting list for on-campus housing.

Pay for existing faculty should be adjusted incrementally to reflect pay of new hires, who start at higher salaries than more senior colleagues. Also, faculty’s rights to bargain with administration over discretionary adjustments to individual faculty salaries should not be waived. According to a recent press release, the

sticks to light the bonfire. Once there, he and Ruiz shared a tobacco cigarette, the accused group claimed. “The reason I snuck away that night is for that reason (to smoke a cigarette),” Offerman said. “I am trying to quit smoking… I feel bad about it. I didn’t want anyone to know.” Gwyn was the first of the accused group to speak at Tuesday’s hearing. According to a statement by Schuetz, Gwyn was the only senator who claimed she had done nothing. “There is no claim of me smoking marijuana because it simply did not happen,” Gwyn said. “I absolutely love this organization and love this school. I would not do what I am being falsely accused of.” Felicano was the second of the accused to speak. He presented a passed drug test to the

senators along with his statements. Offerman and Ryther denied smoking marijuana. They were the only two of the accused who accusers Mendoza, Carter, Scheutz and Hinson voted to impeach. Although Mendoza’s votes were not consistent for all four senators, she knew she had to go through the procedure. “It came down to the facts and the evidence,” she said. “I wouldn’t be able to look at myself if I didn’t go through the proper procedure.” Mendoza believes the situation will affect her relationships with other senators, but she will remain “professional and cordial.” Ryther also wanted to make it clear that “there is no animosity between us because we understand student leaders had to do their jobs. We have to work together and learn from this experience.”

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administration offered no constructive method to deal with these issues. In addition, the tentative agreement states that the administration and UFF will jointly hire an independent, outside consultant to complete a salary compression and inversion study. The study’s results will hopefully be used during bargaining in the coming year on issues of salary inequities and problems surrounding uncompensated workload, includ-

ing internships, senior research projects and undergraduate and graduate research mentoring. Faculty had requested additional time, overload pay or other accommodations for this extra labor. Soon, the administration’s original proposition to reduce summer pay by 28 percent was removed. The two parties will continue negotiations and hopefully reach a settlement with which both are satisfied.

A student holds a sign expressing his opinion at the Senate meeting Tuesday. EN photo/ Allison Gagliardi

Collaborative anti-oil drilling book debuts amid disaster By Katie Egan Staff writer

lorida is known all around the world for its beaches. But if the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico reaches its coastline, like in Louisiana and Texas, the Sunshine State is going to become just another victim in the oil spill’s treacherous path. Janisse Ray, Susan Cerulean and Jim Wohlpart never imagined — not even for a second — that we would be facing the largest environmental disaster in the world as they wrapped up the publication process for “UnspOILed.” The timing, however, is definitely ironic. This past October, Ray, Cerulean and Wohlpart began brainstorming the idea for “UnspOILed” as a result of increased calls for offshore drilling off Florida’s Gulf Coast. Thirty-eight writers, scientists and students joined forces to share their love of Florida’s Gulf Coast and sea life. Coming this summer, “Unspoiled” reminds us that now is the time to shift from the oil dependent, industrial economy that many feel is devastating our planet and driving climate change. “We wanted to add a love for the Gulf and our coasts and what they stand for,” said Wohlpart, associate dean in the College of Arts and Sciences and professor of English, department of language and literature. In an attempt to broaden the discussion about oil, Ray, Cerulean and Wohl-

part brought something choices as you move into and take it seriously. Listen ergy will be the country new to the conversation by the future. and learn. And then go out that will dominate the 21st adding the voices of artists, “FGCU is a great place in the world and do good century. “I’m not sure why students and scientists. to get this kind of educa- work,” Wohlpart said. anyone would want the Two FGCU students, tion,” Wohlpart said. “What I hope is that United States to become a junior at Estero High FGCU’s administration this is a turning point in second or third rate. We School, five FGCU profes- has determined that all our discussion about our need to move forward, into sors, a professor at Edi- campus buildings will be energy future. We need to the 21st century; we need to son State College and the LEED-certified. FGCU has make the turn now away believe in the United States founder of the Colloquium many centers and insti- from oil and to renewable and believe that we can do program at FGCU contrib- tutes that involve students energy. better,” Wohlpart said. uted to “UnspOILed.” in this type of broader edu“Imagine if all of the When asked what he There is no doubt this cation — experience that is money that is going to be wanted readers to take is one of the most devas- hands-on, such as the Cen- spent on the clean-up and away from “UnspOILed”, tating environmental di- ter for Environmental and on compensating people Wohlpart simply replied, sasters that could happen, Sustainability Education for their lost livelihoods “Love.” especially coming into and the Coastal Watershed had been put into research “Love for the Gulf and hurricane season. Institute. and design for alternative love for our coasts,” Wohl“I have heard it said “Take advantage of all energy,” Wohlpart said. part said. that this might kill the Gulf the learning opportunities “We would be the leaders. of Mexico. The sad thing that exist on our campus. Whichever country figis that the oil gush didn’t Connect with these cen- ures out how to make this have to be as bad as it is,” ters. Take the Colloquium, change to renewable enWohlpart said. “From what I understand, many problems had been discovered along the way that could have prevented a disaster of this magnitude if they had been addressed. You are cordially invited to our first ever Internship night! But greed pushed people forward. Greed and • Day: Thursday, June 24, 2010 our need for oil.” When asked what • Time: 6:00-7:00 PM students could do in • Location: The office of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network: The Naples Group light of the ongoing dilocated at 2325 Vanderbilt Bch Rd #201, Naples, FL 34109 (We’re on the second floor of saster, Wohlpart rethe Ever Bank building plied, “Become educated! And I don’t just At this event you will learn about the paid-internship opportunity with the Northwestern mean about the oil Mutual for the upcoming fall 2010 semester for both sales and marketing. Business attire is spill, though this is a required. Snacks and refreshments will be served. Please bring your resume to the event. great place to start. “I mean, get a good education — one that is Northwestern Mutual has been ranked “America’s Top 10 Internships” 14 years in a row broad and that teachaccording to Vault Guide to Top Internships, 2009. Our ideal candidate for this internship es you about ecology program possesses the following characteristics: and ethics. No matter *Love working with people *Business-savvy what your major is, if *Passion for sales *Loves being a part of a team you don’t have a broad *Self-motivated *Great communication skills ened understanding of ethics then you are not To RSVP, please call Jesse M. Bouchard at 239-566-5734, or e-mail him at Jesse.Bouchard@nmfn.com getting the full educaFor more information visit us at www.nminternship.com tion that you need, one that will guide your life

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Assessments let students do grading By Veronica Vela Staff writer

t the end of the semester students are able to give feedback to the instructor of what they thought of the course by filling out a Student Assessment of Instructor form. The original purpose of the document was to allow students to use it as a tool to help them choose their classes. “Student Assessment of Instruction is not the venue for complaining about faculty via the comment section,” said Lenore Benefield, assistant director of assessment. Having been a student at FGCU, then an adjunct instructor and full-time staff member, Benefield knows both sides of SAI’s. Benefield used to fill out the forms and wonder, like many other students, what the purpose was. Then, when she became a part of the staff and received the feedback she understood the system and its importance. “Faculty place great importance on the feedback given by students. They use it to improve their courses and they add it to their portfolios,” Benefield said. However, a concern students have about SAI’s is if their responses are actually anonymous. This is a primary and consistent goal of the Department of Planning and Institutional Performance.

Done in confidence Many measures are taken to ensure students can respond confidently knowing their identity will not be known. For SAI’s filled out in the classroom, instructors must step out and are not allowed to deliver the envelop with the completed forms to the library. Other measures include not returning the completed forms to faculty until after grades have been posted and not allowing classes with under five students to complete SAI’s. An entire computer program was especially developed to help protect student anonymity when they are submitting SAI’s through Gulfline. The program kicks in when the student clicks to submit the assessment. When the student clicks two identifying numbers are saved to different tables. One number is given to the Student Information Database and the other identifies the student to the computer only. “It was designed so that the number couldn’t be looked up, but the computer would be able to compare that to other log-in information and would prevent someone from submitting more than one response per course,” Benefield said. The database containing the information is not only password protected, the password is only known by three people, one of which is Benefield herself. After instructors receive their forms back, students can go to the library circulation desk, student government, or their assigned college and search for a class by CRN or instructor. Students are then able to see the results for questions one through eight and other information only if the instructor has chosen to share the information.

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Student interns on campus construction By Miguel Lopez Staff writer

f you come across fellow FGCU student Sarah Futral, you can thank her for her work in helping build the campus. Futral, a senior majoring in civil engineering, is responsible for helping expand the campus as student enrollment increases. While searching for an internship Futral found that Westcoast Structural was involved in the construction on campus. “I did some research and discovered they were a reputable concrete and masonry subcontractor in the local community as well as highly involved in the construction on campus,” Futral said. Futral has been working as an intern with Westcoast Structural under the title of Project Management Assistant. As the PMA, Futral’s responsibilities include project startup, coordinating material needs with suppliers, reviewing quotes, submitting supplier provided material specifications to the engineer, reviewing contracts, and setting up job files. She has a hand in the projects completion too, checking invoices, logging change orders, and

preparing billing schedules. All that work translates into Futral helping lay the foundations for a Fine Arts addition, university Bookstore addition, and Student Union addition. Three major construction projects that are to be completed by 2011. Futral was assigned as the project manager for the Solar Array demo which is a small scale replica of the solar panels that are placed near the entrance of the school. Westcoast Structural decided to use an intern for the first time. They recognized that the university’s engineering program coursework relates to their business. Stuart Hoyer, the project manager at Westcoast Structural reviewed several applications in selecting an intern but of them all, “(Futral) stood well above the others.” As an intern, Futral’s goal was to learn about the application of construction and to see the paper design become reality but in the process has gained much more. “Beyond that I have gained unexpected personal and management skills by working with fellow employees as a team to carefully piece together the details required to build on time,

Sarah Futral stands outside an active construction site on campus. Photo courtesy of Westcoast Structural

safely and to the owner’s satisfaction,” Futral said. Futral’s plans for the future are to work for a design firm in structural engineering. Her advice for other students looking for experience as interns is to look at companies that

are involved on campus, to take initiative and to do more than is expected. “These are the companies with interests in the university and its students, second it is important that local employers see students as assets that can add to their com-

pany,” Futral said. With the success of having Futral on the team,Westcoast Structural plans to hire another intern. “We’ve never had an intern before, she lightens the work load, she is an outstanding person, she will be a great as-

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Black Student Alliance expands focus By Allison Gagliardi Editor-in-Chief

he Black Student Alliance is bringing it this year. Beginning the semester with new leadership, BSA plans a busy fall semester. “We are currently planning for our annual charity dating auction. It is a can food drive. You win someone by bidding with your can,” said Valerie, Lamarre-Laurent, BSA president. LamarreLaurent is a junior, secondary education mathematics major. Last year BSA successfully hosted more than seven events on campus, including B.Y.O.B (Bring Your Own Bowl), He Said She Said, Charity Dating Auction, One Mic and a park clean-up. But this semester being known on the campus isn’t enough. BSA is hoping to establish roots in the community too. They are working with schools around the area to motivate students to attend college. “I feel a lot of students are misinformed and if they have positive mentorship maybe they can succeed and get far in life,” Lamarre-Laurent said. That very idea is what BSA is all about. According to their website BSAs purpose is “to provide the best possible environment for education and person-

Members of the Black Student Alliance participate in a demonstration. Stock photo

al growth for members and the university as a whole.” BSA was formed as the Organization of Students of African Decent (OSAD) in March of 1998. In fall of 2005 the organization transformed into Black Student Alliance as a part of student culture. Today the club has

more than 40 active members. “(BSA) open to everyone, not just students of African America decent. It is just a fun way to meet people on campus and be actively involved in our community,” Lamarre-Laurent said. Besides becoming an active member on campus and the communi-

ty, BSA offers students service-learning hours for active members who play a role in managing events. As the university continues to grow each year, BSA plans on keeping up. “Were making a bigger name for BSA, so everyone knows what BSA is and that we are a positive strong force on

FGCU campus,” Lamarre-Laurent said. BSA currently meets bi-weekly at 6:30 p.m. on the first, third and fifth Wednesday of the month. For further information on BSA be sure to check out their website at bsafgcu.webs.com.

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n formspring.me, you can “ask me anything,” and by anything, they mean anything. The idea of the website is for friends or acquaintances to begin conversations to get to know one another better across their Formspring accounts. By following someone, you can get updates on their questions and ask them your own. You can post questions on each other’s profiles, leave greetings and be asked and answer questions from your friends. Your profile is similar to that of a Facebook profile, but it’s much simpler. You have your profile picture and your questions displayed on your profile. There’s room for a small bio and other basic information such as your name, birthday and location. Most popular among high school kids, Formspring has a huge following. But there are plenty of college students that use it. More specifically, there are FGCU students that use it. Paul Milford, a senior majoring in psychology, is a Formspring user. “I started using Formspring after some friends talked me into making an account. I think it’s an interesting way for friends to ask me

questions about topics they normally wouldn’t,” he said. With the possibility of anonymity, the kinds of questions you’d receive could be completely off the wall. One question could be “What’s your favorite color?” and the next question could be one asking what you think about the BP oil spill in the gulf. It really all depends on what your followers want to know about you. “People mostly ask me political or opinion questions, which are fun because they give me an excuse to rant about stuff that I normally wouldn’t,” Paul said. Along with the basic and political questions, there are always bound to be a couple off-the-wall queries. But with the possibility of making your questions anonymous, who could resist? “I had someone ask me what my thoughts were on circumcision. That was a pretty random one,” Paul said. You can link your formspring profile to networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter to make your life a bit easier. On Facebook, you can actually answer questions in a post with an opportunity for your friends to ask you even more questions. If you’re interested in setting up an account, just go to formspring.me and sign up.

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Eagle News asked FGCU students to share the answer to some popular formspring.com questions

What is your favorite season? “Spring, it is right after winter and has the nicest weather. Plus I feel like people have the most fun then, at least here.” — Jessica Perretti, senior majoring in marketing

What chore do you absolutely hate? “I hate folding laundry and taking out the trash.” — Andy Torres, sophomore majoring in biomedical bioengineering

If you go anywhere in the world where would you go? “Anywhere but here.” — Jeff Wilson, first year graduate student

Summer fashion for the body and eyes

By Katie Satoris A&E Editor

he summer is here and you know what that means – it’s time to get to the beach. But, before you start beaching it, you’ll need a few tips to turn up the heat this summer. Let’s talk about suits. Guys: Believe it or not, Hawaiian print isn’t just for tourists with fanny-packs or your weird Uncle Dave anymore. This summer, it’s in, and you can find just about anything you want in it — your classic button-down shortsleeve shirt, flip-flops, and even board shorts. Check out these Hawaiian print board shorts available at American Eagle on sale for $29.95. Hawaiian print is sure to get you some attention at the beach this summer —the good kind of attention. Other suit trends this summer include bright, catchy colors and big graphic patterns. Pink isn’t just for girls anymore, and with a neon pink, you’ll have all eyes on you. This pair of Fox board shorts will do the trick from Pac Sun for $59.50. Girls: This summer, as you know, is all about floral and tribal prints. But the most important thing is finding a swimsuit to flatter your figure. Check out Glamour’s online article titled “How to Find the Sexiest Swimsuit for Your Body Shape,” to find a figure flattering suit for your body. Victoria’s Secret is known for its bras and lingerie, but a little known fact is that their bathing suit selection is sure to please anyone looking for a figure-flattering suit. Check out their website for great deals on amazing swimwear such as this two-piece tribal print bikini available for only $21 for the top and $15 for the bottom. For the modest swimmer, onepieces are in and are flattering for just about everyone – you’ve just got to know what to look for. If you buzz over to Target, you’re sure to find a sexy one-piece for a great price, like this fashionably yellow suit for only $34.99. If you’re still unsure as to what kind of suit is best for you, set up a suit-shopping day and go crazy. There are a lot of different and interesting styles out now, so go experiment and find out what you like best. Shade your eyes with cool shades. Sunglasses are a must. Not only will they protect your eyes, but they’re the perfect beach accessory to spice up your get-up. While Oakleys, Ray-Bans and D&G make awesome sunglasses, you may not want to take them to the

beach. Get an inexpensive pair from Forever 21 that look great on your face, but won’t cost you a fortune to replace if they get lost, broken or scratched. If you’re looking for a Ray-Ban style, check out these awesome ones at Forever 21. They’re only $5.80. For the guys, Forever 21 has some awesome men’s sunglasses as well. The aviator-style is a classic, and can be found at Forever 21 for a steal. For only $5.90, they’ll make you king of the beach.

Protection first Catch some rays, but not too many. Please, please, please remember to apply sunscreen before your day in the sun, at least 30 minutes before going outdoors. With sunlight coming directly from the sun and reflecting off of the refreshing waves, you’ll get toasted if you don’t remember sunscreen. According to the American Melanoma Foundation, you should look for a sunscreen that also protects against ultraviolet A (UVA) radiation, those rays that penetrate deeper into the skin and are the culprits in premature aging and wrinkling of the skin. Also, if you’re tossing a football or throwing a Frisbee in the water, you’ll definitely need to look for a waterproof or water-resistant sunscreen. Keep in mind that there is a difference between

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the two. A product is considered water-resistant if it maintains its SPF level after 40 minutes of water exposure. A product is considered waterproof if it maintains its SPF level following 80 minutes of exposure to water, according to the American Melanoma Foundation. Make sure you reapply your sunscreen, too. After swimming or sweating a lot, you’ll need another coat. You don’t want to have to return to the real world after a weekend at the beach and be incapable of moving your arms. Location, Location, Location. Now that you’re geared up, it’s all about your destination. Depending on what kind of beach you’re looking for, the surrounding areas have a lot of experiences to offer. If you’re looking for a party beach, there’s nothing better than Fort Myers Beach. There, you can rent Jet Skis and banana boats. You can throw a football back and forth in the shallow waters, and you can play volleyball at sand courts along the beach. Along the beach, there are a number of bars and restaurants that offer great seafood, drink specials and even karaoke. There’s also a Dairy Queen and a McDonald’s if you’re looking to save a couple bucks. The only downside is parking. You may have to pay a premium to park in a private lot if you

aren’t there by 10 a.m. If you’re looking for a beach to relax and enjoy some nature, Clam Pass in Naples is the beach for you. A fairly quiet beach, Clam Pass sits right next to an estuary,

where you can observe life in and around the mangroves. It’s a perfect place to take a low-lying beach chair, put it against the shore and let the waves crash against you with a good book in hand. Parking is $8 per day, per car. There is also a small snack bar and a beach equipment rental located on the beach. If you’re into seeing wildlife, shelling and having an amazingly peaceful day at the beach, Sanibel Island is your best bet. With a couple beaches located on the island, there’s sure to be one to suit your fancy. Sanibel is world famous for its shelling, so if you’re a seashell enthusiast, Sanibel is a site to see. Along with the shelling, there are miles and miles of pristine beaches unscathed by heavy traffic. Dolphins, stingrays and shell creatures are often seen on Sanibel. It costs $6 to get across the bridge from Fort Myers to Sanibel. Once you get on the island, you have a couple beaches to choose from. Whether you go north or south, you’ll hit public beaches along the way. Parking at each of the beaches costs $2 per hour, but it’s well worth it if Sanibel is your cup of tea. Now that you’re all set for the beach, get out there and spice up your summer with a hot day at the beach. But don’t forget that sunscreen.

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What meal plan is on your menu?

By Jeffrey Haut

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f you haven’t already noticed, there are many different dining options on campus. With those options come different meal plans. It may be a little bit confusing to separate what you think you may need from the reality of the plan which will actually fit you best. In order to determine which meal plan is right for you, please take this short quiz: 1. I get hungry very, very often. A. Very True – B. Somewhat True—C. Untrue—D. Very Untrue 2. I like the food at the Perch/ SoVi Dining. A. Very True – B. Somewhat True—C. Untrue—D. Very Untrue 3. I find myself not wanting to eat at Starbucks/Jamba Juice/ Subway/Taco Bell very often. A. Very True – B. Somewhat True—C. Untrue—D. Very Untrue 4. I will be living in South Village next semester. A. Yes—B. No 5. I am a commuter. A. Yes—B. No 6. If I live in North Lake, I plan to cook the majority of my meals myself, while occasionally dining on campus. A. Very True – B. Somewhat True—C. Untrue—D. Very Untrue If you answered “A” for most of these questions, I suggest the “All Access 7 Day” meal plan. This will allow you to get whatever food you would like from SoVi/Perch an unlimited amount of times. It also allows you to request a takeout box, and leave with however much food you desire. So, if you would only like a banana and coffee, you don’t waste one of your meals with this unlimited plan. I had this plan last year, and I feel that this is the best plan for anyone living in South Village. It was very convenient to be able to run over to SoVi dining and pick up a light snack any time I was hungry. If you answered “B” for most of these questions, the “All Access 5 Day” meal plan might be a better fit. You can eat an unlimited amount of

food Monday through Friday. I would not recommend this plan, because chances are you will still want to eat weekends. If you are living in South Village, this wouldn’t be a good fit for you because you can only cook microwavable dishes in your dorm. Of course, you use the communal kitchen — but you may have to wait if someone else is using it. If you answered “C” for most of these questions, the “Block 120” meal plan would be a good fit. It allows you to get approximately seven meals a week. Many people I know who live in North Lake have this plan. It is a good plan to have, especially if you are going to be cooking much of your food in your own kitchen. I do not know if I would recommend this plan to people living in South Village. If you are not a heavy eater, or do not like the food in SoVi Dining or the Perch, I suppose this would be a good plan. If you answered “D” for most of these questions, the “Block 75” Meal plan would be a good idea. This is especially true if you live in North Lake, and plan to cook a majority of your meals. It is also a very cheap plan, relatively speaking. This is a good plan for filling in “gap” meals, such as lunch on campus during busy school days. Again, this would be an unwise idea for residents of South Village. Overall, it depends on the individual person to find a perfect meal plan. Financial considerations are always relevant as well. Whichever option you choose, just remember that you will find yourself very tired after a long day in class, and you may not be up to cooking. Therefore, before you choose not to buy a meal plan, you may want to take a close look at your curricular and extracurricular schedule. Besides, it is always better to have a meal plan so there is a “food” safety net. Remember, there is always a wide variety of restaurants in the FGCU area!

Jeffrey Haut is a freshman 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.

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Students find diploma doesn’t dissolve dilemmas By Chris Hernandez

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ollege is supposed to prepare you for the real world—but it does so much more than that. I started at FGCU fall 2007. This was the same time we as a nation officially entered a recession (According the National Bureau of Economic Research, the official arbiter of recessions, the recession began in December 2007). I never felt the effects as there are always jobs and spending occurring when school is in session.

Now the recession is over and I will soon be on my way out and into the awaiting world. What I see frightens me. Christopher The environmental disaster in the Gulf is already affectHernandez ing tourism on the west coast. Once it reaches around the Panhandle the tourism industry could be in great danger— which could affect many hospitality majors before they even graduate. Let us not forget the recession may be “over,” yet not all sectors are recovering evenly. The private sector is being challenged, and depending on the rate of recovery, business majors may have a hard time finding a job if

they don’t astonish leaders at their internship. It seems like not matter what major you choose there will be hard times after school. Older generations remember when college graduates had every opportunity available to them. Now without a degree AND experience, you are out of luck. My question is: Where can I find this experience? I don’t expect a career right out of the gate, but even full time jobs for recent graduates are a dying breed. Maybe by the time incoming freshmen are ready to graduate, things will be better. Do not rush through college just to be done with school; you might be disappointed with what you find when you are done. I know I’ll be working at a steady pace while investigating the options my fiancée and I have to get our feet in the door and start our career paths. Chris Hernandez is a senior. He is majoring in sociology with minors in gender studies, IDS, and business management. Chris believes the most important attribute most people lack is the use of logic and common sense. He believes with patience and understanding, any misunderstanding can be overcome.

Do you have educated opinions? Pay attention to the world around you? Are you an investigator of new concepts and an open and fair-minded critic? Are you tough enough to take some heat? If you answered all of these questions in the affirmative, we want to talk to you! Contact Sara Gottwalles at opinion@eaglenews.org to contribute to the Opinion section.

Make it to class without solicitation hassles By Mandie Rainwater

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elcome to FGCU. As you begin your college experience, please don’t walk around campus without a pen and some spare

What do I mean? Many clubs, sororities and fraternities have philanthropic causes that they raise money for—constantly. As you leave class, you will run into a multitude of various sales and donation tins on your way to your next destination. You can walk away feeling like a heel if you only carry plastic— like I do — or you’ll feel bad because you didn’t have enough change for everyone. As my teachers used to say: “If you don’t have enough for everyone, then don’t share at all.” You will also need a Mandie pen to sign the massive amount Rainwater of petitions that circulate. My best piece of advice when approached about signing anything is to read it. Many have fine print. If you only pay attention to what the main headline is, you will still be agreeing to the whole document when you sign your name. In addition to the donation seekers and petition peddlers, you may encounter outside groups taking advantage of the public forums on campus. You can find fanatical groups attempting to take advantage of your impressionable mind, other groups who want to save your mind from “questionable” influences, and those who want to free your mind in the name of personal choices. Please respond to each and every person that approaches you with caution. Many people do not want to give you something for nothing. I would also like to suggest a few ways around areas that have the highest concentration of solicitation. Groups can show up at any time, especially during any holiday season. Whether

you live on campus or commute, these route suggestions can be used by all. From garage 2 or 3, I suggest the boardwalks. Take a moment and look around at the sights. Last semester I saw a wild mother hog and her babies, two gators and a black racer that I swear was stalking me. From garage 3 boardwalk you can reach AB5, AB3 and Griffin Hall. The boardwalk from garage 2 takes you to Whitaker Hall, AB7 and Reed Hall. A quick trek across the quad between AB3 and Whitaker will get you to any of the previously mentioned buildings. To reach the Library or the Arts Complex, I suggest parking in garage 2 and just following the sidewalk. You can also park in garage 1 (which can get you into Sugden Hall and the Student Union) and then follow the path through the center of the library lawn, but this may expose you to some of the vultures. If you need to go to Howard or McTarnaghan halls, follow the sidewalk from garage 3. If you are in any building and need to go to the Student Union or Wellness Center, you may just have to get ready. The fastest way is usually through the breezeways, unless it’s Rush Week or Valentine’s Day. If you keep your head down or are old like me, they may not ask you for anything, but if you get stopped you may feel like brains among zombies. You may be able to seek refuge on the new sidewalk across the library lawn running north and south, if you plan correctly. Don’t feel pressured into buying, donating, signing, or accepting reading material from anyone. While they all have the right to share their ideas and causes, you in turn have the right to say no. Part of the existential college experience is learning to weigh options and make adult decisions. Until you are prepared, just follow my map and avoid confrontation like the plague. Mandie Rainwater is a sophomore. She is majoring in secondary education with a focus in social sciences. She is married with two children

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That future featured an accolade-filled junior season where Sale went 11-0 with a 2.01 ERA and 146 strikeouts in 17 games, and was named 2010 National Player of the Year by “Collegiate Baseball,” Atlantic Sun Conference pitcher of the year, and a finalist for the Golden Spikes Award, given to the nation’s best amateur player. It featured him becoming the 13th overall selection in the 2010 first-year player draft June 7. It featured Sale making a deep impact on his teammates and his school, while awing them in the process. And it features a career with the Chicago White Sox organization. But before he underwent the face-lift that ultimately gave him these things, Sale was planting the seeds for their arrival. Sale grew up in Lakeland, a baseball-crazed city tucked between Tampa and Orlando. There are no baseball roots in his family, from dad Alan to mom Marla and everywhere between, though his dad’s passion for the game was always evident. He built a mound in the backyard of their house for Chris to throw off of two to three times a week. “As a little kid, I always just wanted to play baseball,” Sale said. “My dad would always want to toss around wiffle balls and we had all the Fisher Price gear and everything. Immediately I was like, ‘Sign me up’.”

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Of Sale’s upbringing, Tollett says, “He comes from a pretty good baseball community (Lakeland), but there is no baseball in his family. His dad was a swimmer. But they are very supportive and have handled Chris’s career unbelievably.” A close follower of the game, Alan Sale knew his son was born with an inherent advantage: being lefthanded. “I was left-handed out of the womb,” Sale says laugh-

ing. “My right arm and hand are useless. Being left-handed was the reason I started playing. My dad and his friends would say, ‘Well, he’s a lefty … let’s see if he can play,’ knowing how awkward that makes it for hitters.” Alan Sale also knew early on that his son had the makeup to be a dominant pitcher. Pitching requires a singular focus and will, as the pitcher stands alone, with the ball in his hands more than anybody else, giving off the feel-

ing that he is on an island. “Growing up, I would always love to compete,” Sale said. “I would have the same mindset when I would play golf with my grandfather like I would if I was pitching versus the Yankees (New York). I’ve always been horrible at basketball, but I expect to win every time I play.” While he credits his success to a number of influences in his life, including his dad, Tollett, and other people he came across who had played in the major leagues, he and his father learned the essence of pitching at “Baseball Basics,” a camp run by Mike Campbell, who also served as Sale’s coach at Lakeland High School. “Campbell helped me along with a lot of kids I grew up with,” Sale explained. “Him and two other people started the camp in a warehouse, where they had batting cages and a mound. We had pitching and hitting lessons.” Seeing how Campbell would interact with his students served as a template for Alan Sale on how to approach Chris. “From listening to other people, and watching MLB games, and watching Campbell teach me, my dad would take that stuff to my house and teach me,” Sale said. From there he took those teachings and combined it with an ambitious psyche that stayed consistent through travel leagues, showcases, and high school baseball, before cultivating a legacy at FGCU. “Chris is very self-driven,” Tollett explained. “He wanted to be the best pitcher in the country and he did

that. Now I’m sure he wants to be the best pitcher on the White Sox. And from there he’ll want to be the best pitcher in the major leagues.” Sale exudes the self-assurance necessary to compete with professionals without coming off as arrogant. “If you’re not confident, no one else will be confident in you,” Sale says passionately. “There’s a difference between confident and cocky. I can tell myself I’m the greatest pitcher to ever play, but I’m not going to tell the press that … . When I’m on the mound I tell myself I can’t be beat because if you just hope for things, you’re screwed.” Labeling his teammate a “freak” talent wise, Erath, who has had a first-eye view of Sale’s progress as a player and person for the past three years, points to the latter as being most defining. “The first day I met Chris, I said to myself, ‘I might not get along with this kid,’” Erath said. “But then we started hanging out and I found him to be real down-to-earth. He makes people laugh, and is competitive in that whatever happens is never good enough. But he keeps things in perspective and is humble in that way. I’m lucky to have been his roommate.” Even after firmly establishing himself as a pro prospect— in his own mind and in the views of analysts — in the Cape Cod League last summer, the premier amateur league in the nation where he was named the top prospect by Baseball America, Sale remained unfulfilled. He promptly put forward a display of dominance once foreign to FGCU in his final season, giving the school a

buzz it never had before. “This year Chris was the best pitcher I’ve ever seen,” Erath said. “It was unbelievable to watch game after game and know the hitters didn’t even have to show up. Through it all I wanted what was best for him, and he wanted what was best for me.” The momentum carried over into draft day, where Sale was given a label he knew he would some day earn, when the White Sox made him a professional. Calling the designation the “highest honor,” Sale recounted a tale of irony that best described the day. “I was thinking after being drafted and I remembered my second year of pitching, when I was 8, 9, or 10 years old, and I was playing summer ball,” Sale explained. “The team I was on was called the White Sox, and I have the picture of me with the black and white cap in my dad’s office to prove it.” As he works out a contract with Chicago and readies for a career that will begin in the lower-level minor leagues, Sale looks forward to making a home in a big city and playing for a renowned fiery manager who fits the mold of himself. “I’m stoked to start my career,” Sale said. “I know Ozzie Guillen is a crazy manager, but I feel like I’m really going to get along with this guy. He wouldn’t have that crazy reputation if he weren’t competitive like I am. I just want to be one of the main guys they depend on and eventually win the World Series, which is everything.” Doing so would make Sale’s intricate career trek

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Hoops pair inspire, inspired by Chinese By Katie Donnellan Staff writer

he Sports Reach program firmly believes everyone has different gifts. Founded in 1986 by former Kentucky star Larry Pursiful and Robby Speer, Sports Reach spreads evangelism to local communities, churches, schools and international competitions through sports and the gifts of the young men and women who play in them. FGCU basketball freshman Hunter Miller and redshirt freshman Anthony Banks took part in a spread-the-message trip to Chinese cities Beijing and Chengdu in May. The two Eagles were joined by six other college or former college athletes to play basketball for the Reach Red Team against Chinese universities, and to teach their foes about faith in America. “There are rules (in China) about sharing the gospel. We can’t just go and minister. We have to be asked,” Miller said. Devotions were done daily by the Reach Red players, followed by Bible study and experiencing Chinese culture. They traveled to the Great Wall of China, Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Panda Park and several other national sites, soaking in a very different culture. Reach Red also took the time to speak to English classes at Sports University of Beijing about their lives in America. The team was well re-

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T Basketball’s Hunter Milller talks with a child in China. Miller and Anthony Banks are participating in the Sports Reach program, inspiring children abroad through basketball. Photo courtesy of Hunter Miller and Anthony Banks

ceived by the students they encountered, and members admitted they were slightly surprised by the amount of love they were shown. After each game, the teams would eat together, interacting with and learning from one another. Native Chinese food, as experienced by the players, was different from American Chinese food. According to Miller, he and some of his teammates weren’t huge fans, but “it was cool to eat with

them (the other teams).” The Chinese players provided decent competition. Their athleticism was very similar to the U.S. squad’s: tall and solid. During pre-game drills, Reach Red coaches would show proper offensive and defensive skills. Much like the U.S. players, the young Chinese men thought offense was more fun. Banks and Miller represented FGCU very well, posting big numbers. Throughout the five games, Banks almost av-

eraged a double-double, scoring 118 points (23.6 PPG), grabbing 48 rebounds (9.6 RPG), recording 11 assists (2.2 APG), tallying 10 steals (2.0 SPG), and blocking 7 shots — all while shooting 54for-73 from the field. Miller had success both from the field, shooting 48-for-91 (53 percent) and from 3-point-land, shooting 10-for-23 (44 percent). He tallied 112 points (22.4 PPG), 12 rebounds (2.4 RPG), 35 assists (7.0 APG) and 12 steals (2.4 SPG). Red Reach earned a re-

spectable 4-1 record. After the Reach Red team came back to the United States, another group of basketball players traveled to China, also attempting to build on what Miller, Banks and their teammates started, best summed up by Sports Reach’s mission statement: “Reaching and teaching the world through sports.”

Eagle baseball falls short of NCAA bid

Butehorn is A-Sun’s top coach for men’s soccer

By Brad Montgomery Contributing writer

he FGCU baseball team saw its season come to an end following back-to-back losses in the Atlantic Sun Tournament to North Florida and East Tennessee State, respectively. The Eagles were denied a bid as one of 64 teams in the NCAA College World Series after finishing the season with a record of 38-20 (25-5 A-Sun). While they were disappointed to

not make the ultimate tournament, the Eagles still took pride in their dominant regular season. “To win this conference league (Atlantic Sun) by 7 ½ games, it takes a great year,” head coach Dave Tollett said. “This was our third regular season conference championship and there were so many great moments.” In FGCU’s first post-season experience, Tollett found his players to be a little nervous, which explains why the Eagles lost to a team that they had controlled before.

Eagles celebrate a 17-5 win in Gainesville against the University of Florida. Stock photo

“We ran into a team (ETSU) that we had beat nine straight times,” Tollett said. “It’s hard to beat a team 10 times in a row, so the odds were not in our favor. I would have rather played anybody else.” FGCU entered the final weekend of the regular season with a top 40 RPI ranking, which in most seasons is good enough to qualify for the College World Series. This was the school’s first year of eligibility for post-season play, so the future is still bright, though it

will be difficult to duplicate the success of departing starting pitchers Chris Sale and Pete Woodworth and standout Josh Chester. “Next year is not going to be easy,” Tollett said. “Between losing Sale and Woodworth, that’s 20 wins right there. Our pitching has to be good to make a run.” Still, FGCU had a great regular season, winning its third consecutive A-Sun Championship. The team faced one of the most difficult out-of-conference schedules in the country, facing top-ranked teams such as Miami, Florida, and Clemson. Many players had outstanding seasons for the Eagles, highlighted by Sale. The Chicago White Sox selected the Eagles’ left-handed ace as the 13th overall pick in the recent Major League Baseball Draft. Sale finished the regular season undefeated at 11-0 with a 2.01 earned run average. He led the country in strikeouts and was named first team All-American. Junior second baseman Mikel Alvarez had a great season, batting .409 while starting in every game and being named to the A-Sun AllTournament Team. Junior Zach Maxfield finished second on the team in batting average and had 11 home runs. He is one of many returnees for the Eagles, giving them confidence heading into the off-season.“There are still things we don’t understand out there, but almost everyone is back next year, so we’re excited.”

he FGCU men’s soccer program has more quantifiable substance within its national profile. Head coach Bob Butehorn was voted 2010 A-Sun Coach of the Year by fellow coaches and higher-ups in the conference. Excelling in high-profile exhibition matches, a forum where they have defeated the United States U-17 National Team two years in a row, and moving up the ranks in their own conference, where the Eagles finished a program-best 3rd (6-3-0 A-Sun), had already drawn the notice of peers. Staying true to his efforts in creating a teamwide foundation, Butehorn deflected praise. “I’m really proud of my staff for their efforts in building our program. This just reflects their hard work, and hopefully as a program this is the first of many. “Not just coaching, but team awards,” Butehorn said.

No postseason bait

Such recognition is even more impressive considering the team’s ongoing transition to Division 1, which keeps the Eagles ineligible for the postseason until 2011 — a hindrance that can scare potential recruits away. Butehorn acknowledged the challenge and efforts required to construct a quality team under those limits as a possible source of peers’ admiration. “I am only speculating here, but maybe it’s our style of play, or our hard work, or even our performance under postseason ineligibility that has drawn notice,” Butehorn said. “But even with those limits our staff has been great in recognizing the right kids, selling the program, and being truthful with what we can and can’t do,” Butehorn said. While the methodology behind the decision-making process in selecting a conference coach of the year is unclear, Butehorn hopes certain traits are weighed heavily. “If the criteria are my demeanor as a coach, the hard work and professionalism of our team, and our attitude on and off the field, then I am very pleased,” Butehorn said. Authorities of the A-Sun Conference were blind to the criteria of the selection process also, as the final decision was made after a confusing internal blunder in which calculations were botched. “I’m not sure of what mistakes were made, but the A-Sun commissioner [Ted Gumbart] handled it the right way. “As bad as it looked, I applaud how they handled it,” Butehorn said.