The Roar-Ala Vol. I

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SOAR 2014

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Welcome to UNA!

Editor-in-Chief Anna Grace Usery Managing Editor Kali Daniel News Editor Ashley Remkus Life Editor Mari Williams Sports Editor Dustin Pollard Online Editor Jasmine Fleming Design Editors Jordan Ferrell Shilo Cupples Business Manager Undrea Randolph II Chief Photographer Dallas Moore

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Contributing Writers James Dubuisson Pace Holdbrooks Abby Lee Hood Veronica Lewis Skyler Mansell Alexis Pester Blythe Steelman Matt Suleski Matthew Wilson Ad Representatives Laura Ivie Jennifer Osmond Chris Shindorf Steven Steffel Kayla Stinnett Ad Designer John Bavis Staff Photographers Joshua Brookover Sarah Holliday Alli Ownby Roger Wang

Freshmen, transfer and all incoming students: welcome to the University of North Alabama. Yes, we have real lions on campus but, even better, we have academic programs designed specifically with you in mind. Throughout my three years here as a student, I have received nothing but a plethora of knowledge from professors, peers and authoritarians on campus who strive to push every student to excellence.

This year as Editor-in-Chief of The Flor-Ala and the first ever The Roar-Ala, I want to give a warm welcome to those eager to seek an education. Don’t worry — your first, second or third choice of major may not be in the field you wish to pursue. But, the finest quality of this university is the flexibility of class scheduling and persistence of professors and staff to make sure your dream is achieved. Bottom line, you made the right choice coming to UNA. As a freshman and sophomore, I aspired to have a lasting career. However, I was leery about the academic path I wanted to take and uncertain about what to get involved in, so I refrained from joining any organizations.

This led to my biggest and most regrettable college mistake. I missed out on two entire years of building friendships and having the fun “college experiences” I craved.

Avoid making the mistake I so blatantly did. Try stepping outside your comfort zone and relishing in moments you never thought you would experience. My best example to illustrate is having a best friend (now the Managing Editor of The Flor-Ala) who hated me the very first time we met. We were completely unaware of our unlike personalities, but our relationship evolved from a friendship to a best friendship in no time. Finding your fit may be challenging, but trust me when I say you will be glad you did.

When your stress levels start rising — and they will — just remember Taco Bell and McDonald’s are around the corner. Florence is home to a bowling alley, a skating rink and a mall. Take that break your brain is nudging you in the side for. Find your outlet of comfort and use it when those papers and projects are piling on. Most importantly, enjoy the next four years of your life.

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First-Year Experience program. . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Freshman Forum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Who you should know on campus . . . . . . 10 Campus safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Meet our animals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Game day experience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Division II championship move . . . . . . . . . . 19 What to do in Florence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 UNA night life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Our An Greek Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 ima ls p . 1 2 Mane Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Outdoor Adventure Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Center for Women’s Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Music in the Shoals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 First Fridays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Who is Delmar? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Does your major matter? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 New mobile site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 UNA’s Squirreldom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Student Recreation Center intramurals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Where to eat in Florence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 ee

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Success Center aims to assist new freshmen In order to increase UNA’s retention rate, or Learning communities, which pair one or two the amount of students who return to school each core classes with a seminar so students have classes year, the University Success Center will introduce together, are another component of the program, the First-Year Experience Program in fall 2014. Koch said.

The program consists of three major components Learning communities are an asset to anyone meant to increase freshmen academic success and who takes them, said sophomore Megan Gordon. encourage them to continue on their academic paths.

“The two teachers that did my learning “The university has an average of community sort of worked together as a about a 70 percent retention rate,” team to help us,” Gordon said. “It said Robert Koch, director of the was a lot easier when it came university success center. “We to talking to my professors are average compared to peer and a lot of your success in A LOT OF PEOPLE HAVE TROUBLE institutions of the same size.” the classroom comes from TRANSITIONING FROM HIGH SCHOOL TO One key element of the being able to talk to your COLLEGE — LEARNING COMMUNITIES CAN program is the seminar, professors. A lot of people REALLY HELP WITH THAT.” which can be taken alone have trouble transitioning as the FYE seminar or from high school to college EGAN ORDON paired with other classes in — learning communities a learning community. There can really help with that.”

OPHOMORE will be 44 seminar sections The last element of the offered in the fall, Koch said. program, Beacon, is a new “There are five sections of software used to help track health, fitness and fun,” Koch said. students’ progress, Koch said.

“There are also sections on globalization, “You’ll take a short survey which really pop culture and social etiquette, among other asks what your habits are and what your strengths topics.” and weaknesses are as a student,” Koch said. “Over Being involved in the FYE Program seminars the course of the first semester, we’re going to add will help students feel comfortable in asking for in grades from the first semester and attendance. By help when they need it, freshman Alan Ayers said. doing this, we’re going to know more about where “I think if you can get help from the same students you are and if you’re at any academic risk.” or see familiar faces, you’re more likely to ask for Although the FYE program is not required of fall help,” he said. “You’ll have a higher probability of 2014 freshmen, it should be considered a priority succeeding when you have that connection with and will be mandatory fall 2015, Koch said. other people in your class.”

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Freshman Forum provides the opportunity for incoming freshmen to contribute to campus by serving as legislative leaders.

Members plan campus-wide events and make decisions about how a portion of the university’s money will be spent.

“Freshman Forum is the branch of SGA made up of freshmen for planning events, passing bills and debating topics we want to see done on campus,” said Freshman Forum president Carson Hagood. “When I came to UNA, I wasn’t sure how to get involved on campus until I joined Freshman Forum.”

Last year the Forum organized a campus glow party, partnered with SGA Senate to host a carnival and teamed up with the University Program Council branch of SGA to host a mixer for students.

Community service is also an important part of being campus leaders, they said.

The Forum established a goal of completing 1,830 service hours during the 2013-2014 school year to commemorate the university’s founding in 1830. The students surpassed their goal by spending 2,620 hours in service to UNA and the Shoals community. A “help-ometer,” located in the SGA office, was used to track the number of hours completed as the year went on.

“Freshman Forum really gives you the opportunity to make a difference on campus and in the community,” said Erica Blackstock, Freshman Forum service committee chairperson.

Forum members went trick-or-treating for canned goods last fall and collected 452 non-perishable food items to provide a holiday meal for needy families in the Shoals area, adding 92 hours to the help-o-meter.

During the spring semester, Forum members hosted a dance party for residents at a local nursing home, organized an Easter egg hunt for children in the community and spent a day volunteering at the Florence Lauderdale Animal Shelter.

“All of our service projects were a big success,” Blackstock said. “We were able to make a difference in the community and actually have a lot of fun at the same time.”

The Forum promoted campus health by hosting “Wrapping Up the Semester” in April. Members handed out wrapped gift boxes filled with resources for safe sex including informational pamphlets and condoms to students in the Guillot University Center.

As last year’s Freshman Forum members reflected on their successes, they provided feedback and advice for anyone interested in taking part.

“Joining Freshman Forum is the best decision I’ve made since I’ve been here,” Hagood said. “It was a good initial experience at UNA that really got me involved on campus and in the swing of things.”

Freshman Forum is a good way to meet people while also becoming a campus leader, said Freshman Forum Student Issues Committee Chairperson Mollie Schaefer.

“My advice is don’t be scared — just be yourself,” Schaefer said. “I think I came in really fearful about joining.

I thought, ‘I’m not an SGA person. That’s not who I am,’ so it’s a really great place to test yourself as person.”

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Contact FTP Coordinator, Kayla Slusher, at kslusher@una.edu or call 256-765-4693.

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David Shields Vice President for Student Affairs Shields oversees 11 departments and offices that make up the Division of Student Affairs. These departments include University Police, Career Planning and Development and Recreational Sports and Fitness.

Bob Pastula Chief of Police Pastula oversees the university police department, which employs a full staff of officers and a K-9 unit. He also oversees self-defense courses, the campus shuttle bus system and parking procedures.

Tammy Jacques Director of Student Engagement As director of Student Engagement, Jacques oversees registered student organizations, serves as adviser for the Student Government Association and supervises programming, volunteerism and Greek life.

Robert Koch Director of University Success Center Koch supervises all aspects of the University Success Center including the First-Year Experience program, advising sessions and research, writing and math consultations.

Kekoria Greer Student Government Association President Greer leads the various branches of the Student Government Association. She serves on several committees and is the student liaison for the board of trustees.

Anna Grace Usery Editor-in-Chief of The Flor-Ala Usery oversees all content and design elements of the weekly student newspaper. She is responsible for deciding what content goes to print each week and is the public face of the newspaper.

Ben Baker Director of Student Financial Services Baker oversees the offices for financial aid and student funding at UNA. Funding available under this department include student loans, scholarships and grants.

Lynne Martin Director of Student Counseling Services Martin works with a team of counselors who provide assessment, crisis intervention, and group and individual consultation.

Kevin Jacques Director of Residence Life Jacques directs all aspects of residence life including the community advisers and residence life programs, such as the Residence Hall Association.

Leigh Thompson Librarian As a member of the Success Center Advisory Committee, Thompson works in Collier Library and offers research consultations to students regarding Collier’s resources.

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Student Nighttime Auxiliary Patrol across campus alone poses several risks.

To combat the dangers associated with walking across campus in the dark, the UNA Police Department Student Nighttime Auxiliary Patrol (SNAP) offers the campus community a free escort between the hours of 8 p.m. and 1 a.m.

To get a ride from SNAP students can call the campus police department and tell

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At some point in college, A student worker driving most students will find one of three SNAP golf carts themselves out after dark. will arrive shortly thereafter, he said.

Whether it is after SNAP is a trending cramming for an exam at the program that is popping up library until 1 a.m., squeezing on college campuses across in an afternoon study session the country. It was designed over a vanilla bean frappe at as a proactive measure to Starbucks or getting off the prevent crime, Pastula said. late shift at work, walking “When original studies were completed about implementing the SNAP program, it was determined students were in need of escorts between 8 p.m. and 1 a.m. more than any other time of the day,” Pastula said.

Senior Kayla Bailey said she thinks SNAP benefits campus and improves its overall safety.

“SNAP has helped me because sometimes I work at the library until 10 or 11 p.m. tutoring, and I don’t want to walk by myself at night,” Bailey said. “That way I don’t have to go through the parking deck by myself, especially as a girl.”

SNAP can also provide assistance for students facing unforeseen circumstances.

Sophomore Abby Heflin said SNAP helped out her friends when they got locked in the library after closing time.

“They were studying and went to leave and the gate in photo by DALLAS MOORE I Chief Photographer SNAP signs like this one located beside Floyd Hall provide the library was down with the information students need to contact the UNA Police doors locked,” Heflin said.

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Although SNAP does not provide escorts to offcampus housing and other locations, the UNA Police Department can send an officer to transport students outside the campus borders, Pastula said. Students can also receive an escort when SNAP is not active by calling campus police.

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Leo & Una ASHLEY REMKUS

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Leo III and Una are a point of pride for the community and UNA earns its bragging rights by being the only school in the country with

live lion mascots on campus property.

Leo III and Una, twins born Nov. 18, 2002, reside at the George H. Carroll Lion Habitat located inside the university’s main entrance.

The lions have been with Anne Howard, their appointed caretaker, since they were born. She kept them in her home and bottle-fed them when they were young cubs.

Howard said one of the most important aspects of keeping the lions happy is maintaining cycles.

“They need continuity — the same people and contact. Everything has to be on schedule for them,” she said. “That’s why we can’t have student workers or volunteers because they graduate and leave on spring break and during the summer.”

Howard said she is with Leo III and Una everyday from about 7:30 a.m. until after they eat dinner around 5:30 or 6 p.m. Leo and Una are accustomed to the four volunteer workers who assist Howard with caring for them.

The lions have round-the-clock access to a climatecontrolled room, maintained at a constant 70 degrees year-round, so they do not get too hot or cold, even in the most extreme temperatures.

The lions’ habitat features nine surveillance cameras outside and six inside.

“We can see the lions at all times. Whether they are inside the habitat or in the room where the temperature is controlled, we can make sure they are okay,” Howard said.

A fence with two brass locks guards the lion habitat’s back entrance. Once it is opened, a security code must be entered into a secret box to open the door.

If the code is not entered within a certain amount of time after the gate is opened, the UNA Police Department will be notified.

Howard said only five people know the codes.

“Even the UNA police officers don’t know the code,” she said. “Nobody’s getting in unless they are supposed to be.”

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AME DAY EXPERIENC G E Lions deem tailgating football tradition

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Tailgating has been an integral part of college football since the first intercollegiate football game between Rutgers and Princeton in 1869.

While the game itself may be the main event, pregame festivities are also important priorities with tailgating topping the list.

Many students enjoy congregating on Spirit Hill outside Braly Stadium before games for fellowship, food and their favorite tailgating games.

“Tailgating is really fun because it brings all types of people together to eat, drink and have a good time talking about sports,” said junior Zach Darracott.

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Football is part of southern culture and, to many, tailgating is as much a part of college football as the game itself.

“With all the controversy and strong opinions in the South, football is always the one thing that everyone can rally around,” said senior Christian Bayens.

“Everyone has a good time tailgating because they’re all there for the same reason.”

The smell of burgers on the grill and a familiar sight of students tossing the pigskin around are some of the activities seen while walking across Royal Avenue.

“The food is definitely one of my favorite parts about tailgating,” said junior Nathan Richardson.

“I also like to hang out with my friends as well.”

Good food and good times seem to be the theme for gameday for Lions fans.

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Fans gather on Royal Avenue outside Braly Studium before a football game in 2013. Spirit Hill outside the stadium is the most popular place for students to find tailgaiting fun.

tailgates, which are the parents’ tailgate and homecoming, we provide plenty of barbecue, hamburgers and hotdogs,” Richardson said. “We also have TVs and tailgate games like cornhole.”

Tailgating for many goes beyond the food and can serve as an opportunity for friendships to grow and to meet new people.

“I would encourage everybody to get out and tailgate before the game because there’s nothing

like enjoying a Saturday evening with your friends,” Richardson said.

Tailgating is a great way for students to get together and show their school spirit, Bayens said.

Darracott said everyone should be a part of tailgating even if they are not a football fan.

“The whole game day experience is just really fun,” Darracott said. “I’ve never met anyone who hated a good tailgate.”

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Spring Break trips: March 22-28, 2015 Haiti – Childhood Welfare & Community Development New Orleans, LA – Environment & Disaster Relief/Recovery Washington D.C. – Hunger & Homelessness

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Movie on the Lawn on Friday, August 23 starting at 9pm.

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After 28 years at Braly, D-II game heads to Kansas City, Kansas

Staff Writer mmsuleski@una.edu The Division II Football National Championship game will be moving from Florence to Kansas City, Kansas starting in 2014.

The championship has been played in Braly Stadium, home of UNA football, for the past 28 years.

“I hate to see the game go,” said Jimmy Waddell, UNA employee and referee supervisor for Division II football. “It’s been a mainstay in the Shoals area for so long.”

Florence hosted the secondlongest continuous period for any NCAA championship venue, close behind the College Baseball World Series in Omaha, Nebraska.

Kansas City, Kansas outbid Pittsburg, Kansas and UNA to host the championship.

The game will be played at Sporting Park, an 18,647-seat stadium,

which is also home to the professional soccer team Sporting Kansas City.

The game is scheduled to be played in Kansas City, Kansas from through 2017.

The history of the National Championship game dates back to its inception in 1973 with the first game being held in Sacramento, California.

The game moved to Wichita Falls, Texas in 1976, Longview, Texas in 1978, Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1979, McAllen, Texas in 1981 and finally made its way to Florence in 1986.

After UNA made its debut in the championship game in 1985, Grady Liles, former UNA Sportsman’s Club president, led a group of people from the Shoals area to get the game moved from McAllen, Texas to Florence.

The game was not named the Division II National Championship game until it arrived in Florence. Prior to that, it was given a regional bowl title picked by the host city.

UNA was undefeated in all three

of its subsequent appearances in the championship game from 1993-1995.

UNA was lead by current head coach Bobby Wallace while he was in his first stint as head coach at UNA, and current offensive coordinator Cody Gross was the starting quarterback for all three championship teams.

At the time, UNA was the only team in college football scholarship history to win three national championships in a row.

The feat has only since been matched by North Dakota State University with its trio of titles from 2011-2013.

Florence will continue to host the Division II Hall of Fame and presentation of the Harlon Hill Trophy.

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As an out-of-state freshman, I arrived in Florence not knowing what there was to do. Throughout the year I searched high and low for ways to spend my free time. I have compiled a short list of some of my favorite Shoals attractions.

One of Florence’s most peaceful attractions is Deibert Park, where relaxation is abundant.

Bring homework or a book and broaden your horizons. If you enjoy exercising, try running along the paved path winding the hills around the ponds. Another aspect of the park is the Children’s Museum, offering plenty of interactive exhibits for all ages.

Helen Keller’s story is considered one of America’s greatest miracles and her home is a few miles away in Tuscumbia. Drive the short distance to visit her birthplace and see where she lived. You can view original furnishings, books and items she collected and used as a child in the late 1800s. The cottage-style house has been preserved along with its original character so you can fully experience the home in which Helen Keller grew up.

Florence is a natural phenomenon nestled in the crook of the Tennessee River. The river provides a great fishing spot for all fishermen to enjoy. There is plenty of green space perfect for sunbathing.

Before heading down to the river, be sure to make a pit stop by Miami Ice, a slushie hut outside the park offering any flavor you can imagine, including flavors like Nick Saban and Michael Jackson.

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Students at UNA have options when it comes to nightlife activities.

With several locations within walking distance of campus, students can have a drink, catch a concert or relax after class.

Court Street runs through downtown and has several eateries and bars, one of which is On The Rocks. OTR is located at the corner of Court and Tennessee streets and hosts local bands to perform on select days. The building has a rustic atmosphere complete comp with upstairs and ddownstairs bars.

Another hot spot for after-hours fun is the end. theatre, located on Pine Street across from Florence Utilities. The end. is a laid-back, casual space that hosts music, poetry readings and plays. Instead of the usual theatre seating, the end. has cozy armchairs and couches.

Scott Long, co-owner of the theatre, says the end. is a place for experiments in all areas of the arts.

Rivertown Coffee, located on Seminary Street, is also a casual hangout where many students enjoy spending time. This indie coffee shop sells artisan roasted coffee and features local artists’ work scattered on the walls. Rivertown is a great place for students to study, grab a craft beer or pick up the latest album by a local artist, said owner of the coffee shop John Cartwright.

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With six UNA students currently holding local titles, UNA is proud to host the Miss UNA Pageant, an official preliminary for the Miss Alabama / Miss America Organization. Register now for the 2015 Miss UNA Pageant at

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CultureFest Monday, August 25, 2014 6 pm-9 pm at the Amphitheatre.

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It’s all Greek to me This article lists the first five sororities and fraternities founded at UNA. For the full list of descriptions, visit www.florala.net.

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AΔΠ’s philanthropy, Ronald McDonald House Charities, helps provide needy families with urgent care internationally.

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The Eta Rho chapter of Zeta Tau Alpha was founded March 23, 1973. ZTA’s national foundation is a major leader in breast cancer awareness, providing annual scholarships for members and leadership opportunities for all.

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The Theta Eta chapter of Phi Mu began March 24, 1973. It was the first sorority to utilize chapter developments, a widely-used meeting structure, as well as National Philanthropy Day. Phi Mu aims to provide personal and academic development.

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The Theta Eta chapter of Alpha Tau Omega was the first fraternity at UNA founded Jan. 30, 1974 on Christian principles, but it is open to all men. ATΩ is one of the 10 largest fraternities in North America.

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The Theta Alpha chapter of Pi Kappa Alpha was founded at UNA March 3, 1974. Also known as PIKE, the fraternity “strives to be scholars, leaders, athletes and gentlemen.”

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Welcome Week Schedule

Friday Aug. 15

10 am-3 pm Freshman Move-In (check in at GUC Banquet Halls) 5 pm-7 pm Freshman Cookout (Outside Rivers Hall) 7pm-8pm Mandatory Residence Meeting 8pm-11pm Play Fair (Athletic Football Field)

Monday Aug. 18

5 pm Flor-Ala (student newspaper) Writers Meeting (Student Media Building) 5:30–7:30 pm Cook-out Methodist Campus Ministry (Wesley Foundation Deck) 6 pm–8 pm Welcome Party (Powers Hall) 5 pm Graduate Student Orientation/Mixer (GUC Loft) 7 pm–10 pm Bowling (Bowling Alley) 8 pm–11 pm Ultimate Frisbee (Meet at Intramural Field)

Thurs. Aug 21

8 am-11 am Coffee & Donuts (Amphitheatre) 10 pm-2 pm Phi Mu Lemonade Stand (GUC Atrium) 11 am-1 pm Volunteer Fair (GUC Atrium) 12 pm-2 pm United Methodist Campus Ministry Lunch (Wesley Foundation) 6 pm-8 pm The Big Deal Visit with student organizations. free food, music, and door prizes NPHC will be stepping the yard!

Listerhill Credit Union will be giving away a CAR!!

(Amphitheatre) 8:30 pm Ice Cream Fellowship (Baptist Campus Ministries)

Sun Aug. 24

6 pm Flag Football (Athletic Practice Field)

Sat. Aug 30

11 am-2 pm Pool Party $2 admin. fee. Free hotdogs and drinks (Royal Avenue) Noon Grill w/ the Greeks (The Commons Courtyard)

Saturday Aug. 16

1 pm-5 pm Upperclassman Move-In (check in at GUC Banquet Halls) 9pm-Midnight RES Life RAVE Party (Towers Dining Hall)

Tues Aug. 19

8 am-1 pm Lions Lend a Hand (volunteerism) (Meet at Amphitheatre) 3 pm-5 pm Campus Tours: Find your classes/Bring your Schedule (Amphitheatre) 3 pm-5 pm Slack Lining (Amphitheatre) 6 pm-8 pm Lions Leaders Luau *Invite Only* (GUC Banquet Halls)

Fri. Aug. 22

8:30 am-2:30 pm Snacks at the Library (Collier Library) 10 am-2 pm Phi Mu Lemonade Stand (GUC Atrium) 12 pm-1:30 pm Feed the Pride (Amphitheatre) 3 pm-5 pm Outdoor Adventure Center Open House (OAC) 5:30 pm-10 pm Lion’s Night (Downtown Florence) $1,000 Scholarship $100 Downtown Dollars (10) (Downtown Florence Music on Mobile Street) 10 pm Movie at Shoals Theatre (Shoals Theatre)

Mon Aug. 25

6 pm Culture Fest 2014 (Amphitheatre Rain Site: GUC Atrium) 4 pm-5:30 pm Sweets with the Sororities (Stone Lodge) 5:30 pm Progressive Dinner (Baptist Campus Ministries)

Sunday Aug. 17

5 pm Dinner on the Grounds (Amphitheatre) 6:30 pm DJ and Food w/ Fire Pit (Rivers Courtyard) 8 pm-11 pm Ice Cream Social & Get RECed (Student Recreation Center)

Wed. Aug. 20

7:30am-1 pm UNA Info.

Stations w/ Krispy Kreme Doughnuts (Amphitheater, Opler Clock, & Fountain) 8:30am-11 am Lemonade Stand (Amphitheater) 10 am-2:00 pm Phi Mu Lemonade Stand (GUC Atrium) 10 am-2 pm Reverse Confession Booth (Amphitheatre) 11 am-1 pm SGA – Free lunch and DJ (Amphitheater) 11 am-1 pm Chick-Fil-A Lunch (Baptist Campus Ministries) 3 pm-5 pm ROTC Open House (Wesleyan Annex) 6 pm-8 pm Meet the Greeks w/DJ Keeks (Amphitheater)

Sat. Aug 23

8:30 am-2:30 pm RSO Kick-Off (UNA-GUC) 2:30 pm-4 pm Phired UP for Greek Life (GUC) 3 pm-6 pm Field Day (Amphitheater) 8 pm Movie Night (Amphitheatre Rain Site: GUC Perf Center) 9 pm-Midnight Glow Dance Party (Banquet Halls)

Tues. Aug 26

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7 pm-9 pm Back to School Bash (Upper Stone Lodge) 6 pm-8 pm “After the Fire” (GUC Performance Center)

Aug. 28-Sept. 1

Tues Sept. 2

Aug. 25- Sept. 12

Sorority Recruitment www.una.edu/greeklife

7 pm IFC Leadership Expo & Social (GUC Performance Center)

Thurs. Sept 4

7 pm NPHC Convocation www.una.edu/greeklife (GUC Performance Center)

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Mane Card upgraded to double as debit card New Mane Cards will be issued this fall, only with a new twist.

Students will now be able to use their cards to make debit purchases, if they have a Listerhill Credit Union checking account. This new feature is optional and not required, said Vice President of Marketing for Listerhill Credit Union Kristen Mashburn.

Having a Mane Card and debit card in one is more convenient for students, she said.

“It makes sense for students if they have an account with us,” she said.

“When we started thinking about this, we wanted to make things simpler for them.”

Students are not required to make a Listerhill account, but if they already have one, it can be linked, she said.

Mane Cards serve several purposes on campus. They serve as keys for students to get into the residence halls, check out books at the library and rent recreational gear from the Outdoor Adventure Center.

Students can also gain free access

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to the Student Recreation Center for a quick workout and attend athletic events, such as football and basketball games.

However, Mane Cards are most commonly used to make purchases on campus at dining locations including the Guillot University Center Food Court, Towers Dining Hall on the ground level of Rice Hall, and at Chickfil-A, Starbucks and Frostbite in The Commons.

“There is a $135 automatic balance for dining dollars when a student is enrolled as a full-time, on-campus student,” said Mane Card and Debit Card System Manager Jennifer Irons.

“That is included in the student’s fees and those dining dollars roll over from the fall semester to the spring.”

Students taking less than 12 hours can still receive the new Mane Card.

Aside from the debit card aspect, the Mane Card also can be used for Lion Loot, Irons said.

“While dining dollars can only be used at Sodexo outlets, Lion Loot can

be used anywhere on campus,” she said.

Students or their parents can add money to the card by going to manestop.una.edu, she said.

Irons also said students can report a card that is stolen and have it canceled immediately by visiting the website.

The card’s funds will then be transferred to a new card.

The Mane Card office is located beside Frostbite in The Commons.

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The Outdoor Adventure Center fosters a way to enjoy the outdoors and relax from schoolwork by providing an array of equipment, free for students to rent.

Located across from Norton Auditorium on W. Irvine Street, the OAC has everything from camping and hiking gear to kayaking and scuba diving equipment.

“We have everything you need for your basic camping trips,” said Outdoor Adventures and

Special Events Coordinator McKenzie Martin. “This includes hammocks, disc golf discs, tents and many more (items).”

The OAC provides weekly clinics for students to learn camping skills such as kayaking, cooking and packing a backpack, Martin

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The Women’s Center was established 10 years ago by professors Anna Lott and Lynne Rieff as part of the Women’s Studies program.

The Women’s Center offers several unique services unavailable elsewhere.

“We have a lot of services that are free and here in the building,” Kelley said. “The coffee pot always on, there is

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always a free bottle of water in the refrigerator, there are free snacks in the building and free printing on the computers.”

The Center can also be a safe haven for students who need it. Kelley said her door is always open to talk to students to see how they are doing.

“I am here to talk to anybody and everybody who comes in,” she said.

There is also a plethora of volunteer opportunities at the

said.

“College is about getting out and finding your niche,” said OAC President Austin Fuller. “And the OAC is great place to do that at.”

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Women’s Center.

“In the Women’s Center there’s always room for volunteers to come in here, help answer the phone and help work on projects that are going on,” Kelley said.

“I always need volunteers to work all of the different functions and events that we set up during the year’s time.”

When senior Jennifer Allen is not in class she can often be found volunteering in the Women’s Center.

“My job entails greeting

people when they come in and helping them to find any resources that they need. I’m basically here to tell them about the Women’s Center,” Allen said. “I pretty much do anything Emily needs me to do.”

The overall purpose of the Women’s Center is bigger than being a house on campus, Kelley said.

“The Women’s Center is a home for people to come to who otherwise do not have one,” she said.

Thank you, President Cale for all you’ve done for UNA Faculty Staff and Students » Facilitated Successful SACS reaffirmation of accreditation » UNA named one of the “Best Colleges to Work for in 2013” by The Chronicles of Higher Education » UNA recognized as a American Best Buy College » Implementation of the Lion Alert Notification System » Construction of the Black Box Theater » Construction of new Academic and Student Commons Building » Ongoing construstion of new Science and Technology Building

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Like music? Welcome to The Shoals.

What is “The Shoals” you ask?

Let’s just say it’s a trendy phrase to brand this area of Alabama. The truth is, most of the music that makes the area famous (and it is very famous) was recorded at Fame Studios in nearby Muscle Shoals.

The heyday of what is known as the Muscle Shoals Sound has come and gone (because classic soul music, like all good genres, has had its day) but the sound itself lives on. Many of the musicians and record producers of the time, such as Alabama Music Hall of Fame Inductees David Hood and Jimmy Johnson, still live in this area.

Whether you are an entertainment major hoping to make it big or a person who loves watching live bands, you’ve entered an atmosphere that can continue to nurture your tastes, if you

know where to look.

That’s where I come in.

I am by no means the expert in music, but I do know what I like and have a general understanding of how this area’s music scene works. So, sit back, relax and let me give you a little overview on the “must-knows” of the Shoals.

The Campus Scene There are at least two registered student organizations on campus that are known for putting on shows: the Entertainment Industry Students Association and the University Program Council (a branch of the Student Government Association). You may be interested in joining these types of organizations in the future, so why not first check out what types of shows they put on?

There are essentially four main venues on campus where you could see a performance, though they all get used for a variety of other things.

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The next is the GUC Performance Center — you were probably there at some point during your SOAR camp. UNA used to host talent shows there, but it usually serves as a presentation facility these days.

The next venue is Norton Auditorium. Most of your high-end shows like the alumni and spring concerts

will be here. There is also the George Lindsey Black Box Theatre that connects to the building, but I did not see any acts perform there during my time on campus.

Last is the Mane Room, located on 122 W. Tombigbee St., just a few blocks from campus at the Department of Entertainment Industry building. It’s located next to Noiseblock, a high-end recording studio in the area.

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Downtown Florence It’s amazing how much variety can be offered in just four square blocks, but that’s the case with downtown.

For starters, we have Rivertown Coffee Co., located on Seminary Street.

Although they may host the occasional acoustic show or music event, this is not a venue so much as a great place to hang out with people. For our purposes, it is important to know Rivertown’s windows are covered with information about shows to be held around town. The store also sells CDs from a variety of local artists, many of whom work in or visit the shop regularly.

Pegasus Records, a thriving music store located on Tennessee Street, is where you can find new and used albums. The store also houses a popular venue where shows

of all shapes and sizes take place. You can catch anything at Pegasus from hardcore to soul and folk — sometimes all in the same weekend.

Consider this place and Rivertown to be the diving boards from which you can jump into the Shoals music scene.

Local Music There’s so much to offer here and so many great acts to check out, I’ll just name a few of my personal favorites in no particular order.

The Swampers In the days of the Muscle Shoals Sound, these are the guys who would make it happen. As a result, many of them have their own bands or play frequently in the area.

You never know when or where so just pay attention.

The Secret Sisters Not sure if these ladies qualify as local, per se, but they are from the area and are known to play the occasional show in the Shoals. They are on the soundtrack to the first Hunger Games movie

and their music in general is fantastic.

St. Paul and the Broken Bones Call them soul, call them ska, call them rock — they just want you to call them.

Most of these guys are from Birmingham but they are signed to a local recording label called Single Lock Records, meaning they play in the area often.

Follow Apollo Simply put, these guys rock. They are young, energetic and possess an electrifying sound that your college-aged ears are going to love.

The Bear Also known as my favorite band in Florence.

What started as a husband and wife duo has become one of the finest folk outfits in the area. Their sound is bestdefined as eerie.

Belle Adair My next favorite band in Florence. These guys are great live and their record

“The Brave and the Blue” is easily in my top 10. Buy the album locally and keep an eye out for these boys.

Jordy Searcy A local student and songwriter who is incredibly talented. While Jordy is a close personal friend, I recommend his music to you as an objective observer of a developing artist that you need to watch.

Rachel Wammack She is the outgoing recording artist for UNA’s student-run record label, Singing River Records.

Wammack is a highly gifted songwriter with an old soul that is best displayed in a pop format.

J. Forgiven Kyle Jefferson performs Christian rap frequently with his band of UNA students.

A Lion himself, J. Forgiven can be found performing at various churches and university functions.

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University Success Center University Advising Services Testing Studyskills workshops University Advising Services provides tutoring services, academic programming for freshman and transfer student orientation sessions, advising assistance, and academic counseling to students in order to help them achieve academic success. In addition, we provide testing services (e.g. ACT, SAT, MAT, PRAXIS, CLEP) for the University and the community.

Peer tutors are available to assist students in various subject areas through walk-in tutoring at various locations across campus in addition to one-on-one tutoring. Tutoring is free of charge to UNA students.

Study skills Workshops help students develop their abilities in time management, reading a textbook, note-taking, memory and concentration, and managing test anxiety.

Students on Academic Warning, Probation or in the Active Suspension Program will be required to schedule an appointment with one of the staff of University Advising Services each semester that their academic standing is one of the above.

Please call our office at 256-765-4722 if you wish to take advantage of any of the services we offer. We are here to help you be successful in college.

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Florence’s thriving atmosphere is centered around one feature — its community. First Fridays, held the first Friday of the months March through December, is an accurate representation of how strong our community really is.

First Fridays are frequented by locals and out-of-staters alike who

display local arts, crafts, music and food to festival-goers.

To capture the full First Fridays experience, keep these suggestions in mind.

OTR Shrimp Boil Outside On The Rocks, a popular bar on the downtown strip, a shrimp boil is hosted.

The buffet is piled high with

Trowbridge’s Ice Cream Near the top of the list of Alabama’s 100 Places To Eat Before You Die, Trowbridge’s Orange Pineapple ice cream is a perfect follow-up to the seafood you just devoured.

This old-time soda pop shop is beaming with character and offers treats from

Meet Delmar Odds are likely one has seen him rambling around town clad in purple and gold. Whether it is at football games or hanging out at First Fridays, he cheers, he sings and he dances – he is simply Delmar.

“If there is a student event, Delmar is there,” said UNA men’s basketball coach Bobby Champagne. “He’s the official mascot of North Alabama because he’s everywhere.”

Delmar tries to make it to every home sporting event and will sit in the student section to cheer on the Lions.

“It’s great to have such a loyal

chicken salad sandwiches to old-fashioned milkshakes.

Musical Talents While eating ice cream or sipping gourmet fruit tea, music is always in the air. First Fridays is a friendly stage for many local musicians to come play and have a good time.

Whether you come for the music, arts and crafts or like me, the food, First Fridays is a relaxing adventure.

by Dustin Pollard fan,” Champagne said. “I don’t think he missed a single home game.”

The players really enjoy having Delmar at the games showing his team spirit, he said.

Before the games Delmar shows off his pipes by singing the National Anthem and participates in the halftime games for fans. And when “Kung Fu Fighting” plays over the speakers, Delmar will show off his karate moves to the crowd, Champagne said.

“He just really loves everyone,” said junior Rebecca Logsdon. “I love his passion.”

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For college freshmen, choosing a major can be difficult. However, Career Planning and Development, located in GUC Room 202, is available to all students to help make the decision easier. “(A college major) gives you direction,” said Melissa Medlin, director of career planning and development.

“Education is great and knowledge is wonderful, but you have to have a plan.”

Students should choose college majors as soon as they can, Medlin said.

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least by the end of their freshman year if not by the end of the first semester of their sophomore year because there are so many academic programs that require certain courses not required by other programs,” she said. “The earlier you choose your major and stick with it, the less likely you’re going to (add on) courses.”

Undecided freshmen might want to try looking at electives for direction, said freshman Tyler Putt.

“Take some general education classes here and there,” Putt said. “Whatever ones come easiest and flow the best for you, just stick with them.”

However, freshmen should not pick a major for

the sake of being decided, Medlin said.

“Freshmen don’t need to open the catalog and choose a major or throw the cards on the floor and pick one up and choose it,” she said. “It’s a very specific process. It’s a decision-making process and it’s an investigative process.”

After changing her major from education to geography, senior Kayleigh Bonee said she found the right fit.

“At the time I changed my major, geography was one of the fastest-growing job opportunities out there.

So, I figured why not get into something I can actually use,” Bonee said. “Don’t go with something that you’re going to be bored with the

rest of your life. Do what you like. Like what you do.”

When choosing a major, look for one that will provide the necessary tools to successful, Medlin said.

“What you’re choosing is a course of study that is going to provide you with knowledge, skills and abilities,” Medlin said. “The way that you apply those can vary. It may or may not be part of the traditional pathway of a particular academic course of study.”

If students have trouble choosing a major, Career Planning and Development offers assessments, career counseling and opportunities to see videos of professionals in careers they are considering, Medlin said.

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For parents wanting to get involved in their student’s transition to college, a new mobile website from the Student Success Center will be available for SOAR 2014.

“Part of our responsibility is to help mom and dad better understand how to help their students,” said Robert Koch, director of the University Success Center.

“With this website, we’ll have a calendar of events, we’ll have suggestions for things that parents can do to help along students, we’ll have frequently asked questions, and we’ll have contacts specifically through University Success, and to the other

support resources on campus.”

Parents can keep up with events on campus via the website, Koch said.

“Say you have a student who is homesick and says, ‘Mom, I want to go home,’” Koch said.

“The parent can ask them if they’re getting involved on campus. If they say there’s nothing for them to do, the parent can tell them about different events they can go to.”

Junior Lindy Burkett said the website seems like a helpful tool for parents.

“If I had a student in college, I would like to be able to count on a site like that to see what they were doing during the school year,” Burkett said. “I would have liked to have something like this for my parents so they could see

what was going on and they could also see when I would or wouldn’t be available to come home.”

The site’s calendar will have helpful hints about approaching situations students are going through, Koch said.

“In our calendar it might say something like ‘this is the week before midterms, and your son and daughter might be feeling the stress,’” he said.

“Parents can then know to send a care package or note.”

Senior Nathan Donahue said he thinks the website will be a great asset to future classes.

“I think my parents would definitely like to have something like that,” Donahue said. “If I wanted to do something, I could tell them to check out the

website, and they could see what I was involved with. Especially with freshmen being in college for the first time, it might give their parents peace of mind.”

The website was designed completely by students in a Computer Information Systems class taught by Professor David Nickels, Koch said. “(The students) have been at work on this since February,” Koch said.

“They came back to me with a proposal, an outline of the costs, the timeline, how it would work, and the reveal date. They are doing all the work on this.”

Ultimately, the website should provide a positive network for students, Koch said.

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MAP LEGEND BATTLES

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ATTACKS

TREATY SUMMITS

The Great Battle of Squirreldom

by Student Writer James Dubuisson The following story is sampled from our “Unwind Issue” and is not to be taken seriously.

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he University of North Alabama is the oldest university in the state. Since LaGrange College opened their doors on Jan. 11, 1830, humans have been engaged in a battle with the local sciuridae populations, who felt their land had been trespassed upon.

Commonly known as squirrels, these medium-sized rodents have been attempting to stop the university from functioning since its founding.

The Human/Squirrel Peace Pact of 1972 called for the squirrels to release all arms over to the humans and for the humans to destroy all documents and evidence that the squirrels ever attempted to overthrow the humans.

The Pact has made it nearly impossible to find proof of the 153 year war, until now that is. The Flor-Ala has gained exclusive access to the uncovered documents that the humans agreed to destroy.

1829: Franklin County, Alabama.

Lawrence Hill on LaGrange Mountain was selected as the site of LaGrange College and two brick buildings were created for academic classes.

April 17: During construction, the first shots were fired in the Human/ Squirrel War. July 6: Workers returned to the construction site after celebrating the 4th of July the weekend before.

The workday started as normal, but around 2 p.m. a large dray of squirrels

with slingshots and acorns began to approach the site. There were an estimated 1,500 squirrels in the dray, according to our documents.

The humans were caught off guard by the attack and three workers lost their lives in what was later officially filed as a “work-place” accident.

Other workers fought back and killed 29 squirrels but the dray was just too large to overcome, according to uncovered documents.

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COMMONLY KNOWN AS SQUIRRELS, THESE MEDIUM-SIZED RODENTS HAVE BEEN ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE UNIVERSITY FROM FUNCTIONING SINCE ITS FOUNDING.

Nov. 9: After months of small attacks from the squirrels, the humans launch the first offense in the battle.

The workers decided to burn a small part of the wooded area around the two almost completed buildings.

The attack was a success, as an unknown number of squirrels died and the rest evacuated away from the campus.

1854: Most of the faculty and students of LaGrange moved across the Tennessee River to the newly incorporated Florence Wesleyan University.

1855: The construction of Wesleyan Hall caused the Human/Squirrel War to become a two front battle for both humans and squirrels.

1856: Florence Wesleyan University becomes a chartered Alabama

University.

May 14: A dray of squirrels surround Wesleyan Hall and capture the president of the university.

The squirrels held the president and student body captive on the third floor of the hall for 17 days.

May 31: The students rose against the squirrels and successfully recaptured the building.

June 18: The university begins a campus wide extermination of all squirrels.

The squirrels retreated the wooded area now known as McFarland Park next to the Tennessee River.

April 28, 1863: The squirrels assisted the 10th Missouri Calvary of the Union Army in destroying the buildings of LaGrange College and Military Academy.

May 3: The LaGrange squirrels arrived in McFarland park to provide reinforcements to the Florence squirrels.

May 11: The newly grouped dray of squirrels occupied what is now known as Rogers Hall with little resistance.

The squirrels used the hall as a headquarters for their battles with the humans until 1922 when Thomas M. Rogers Jr. acquired the hall.

Nov. 4, 1873: After nearly 10 years of intense battles with the squirrels, the humans launched a large offense that was met with resistance by the squirrels on the campus of the State Normal School at Florence.

The 45-day battle took place at the current site of Harrison Plaza fountain.

Nov. 18: The squirrels made their final push in the battle and attacked the humans from the ground and from the trees.

For the complete detail of the Great Battle, visit www.florala.net.

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Miss the thrill of diving in the dirt or tackling a player one yard before the touchdown line? If college sports were not on your list of priorities, there is still a chance to exercise your athletic ability.

The Student Recreation Center offers intramural

sports as an opportunity for competitive fun and friendship building, said Coordinator of Intramural and Club Sports Ryan Putnam.

The SRC offers both team sports and individual sports The sports offered are flag football, softball, volleyball, basketball, dodgeball and soccer, with other individual competitions.

“I would definitely

encourage all students to come and participate,” Putnam said.

“It’s a great way to compete and have fun with your friends.”

Junior Blake Hollimon said one of the many aspects he enjoys about intramurals is the competitiveness of the sports.

“I really like the competitive nature,” Hollimon said. “It’s fun because there’s not any

pressure to perform like in high school.”

Many of the students participating in intramurals have an athletic background, Putnam said.

“I was a high school athlete, and since I didn’t play sports when I got to college I played intramurals,” said sophomore Maggie Peake.

To find out how to register for intramurals, visit the SRC beside the parking garage.

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It’s 9 p.m. on a Tuesday and hunger has set in. You want something delicious, not that fourthmeal crampinducing fast food. You need sustenance, satisfaction and…sesame chicken.

In a poll of UNA students, a majority of 23 percent said their favorite restaurant in Florence was the one and only Rice Box on N. Wood Avenue. The restaurant offers a sit-down spin to your typical Chinese take-out, and clearly the locals love it. Below I have laid out some of the best dishes Rice Box has to offer and whether or not they are worth your money.

Appetizer Cheese Wontons

The greatest appetizer of all is deep fried and stuffed with cheese, just the way southerners like it. When I first ordered the cream cheese wontons, I was imagining the average Panda Express wonton that would fit in the palm of my hand. I was incredibly wrong. These wontons are giant and, when fresh, will ooze cream cheese filling. So, be careful. For a measly $3.99, you get eight massive wontons with sweet and sour sauce.

Entree Pineapple Chicken The one. The only. The Rice Box delicacy. Pretty much everyone I know who has never been to Rice Box before makes this his or her first choice, and with good reason. The pineapple chicken is fried like sweet

and sour chicken, then basted in a sweet, pineapple sauce and served with pineapples, broccoli, an egg roll and your choice of white or fried rice.

The ideal Rice Box meal with a plentiful portion for only $5.98. Sweet, but not too sweet. Fruity, but not too fruity. On a budget? Don’t fudge it. Okay, I’ll stop.

Sichuan with Shrimp Sichuan-style cooking is available for all meats, however the shrimp is by far my favorite. The crunch of the shrimp pairs beautifully with the onions, mushrooms, broccoli and green peppers.

It definitely has a kick, so be prepared. It is nothing mindblowing, but for those who cannot handle much heat should keep a glass of water nearby.

Sushi Strawberry Roll Shrimp, cream cheese, cucumber, strawberry, black tobiko (or fish roe) and a sweet strawberry sauce gives the ordinary sushi roll an extraordinary spin. I have found fruits compliment shrimp very well and this case is no different. The strawberry welcomes the shrimp to your taste buds then is completed by the cream cheese and strawberry topping. I will admit, this roll is too sweet for me to finish and I would highly recommend splitting it with friends or family rather than eating it yourself.

For more reviews of Rice Box dishes, visit www. florala.net. For more reviews of Florence eateries, visit www.flor-ala.tumblr.com.

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The 2014 SOAR Counselors welcome you to UNA!

Top: Kate Partain, Hannah Hopkins, Victoria Roose, Amanda Areostatico 2nd Row: Candice Sanders, Kahri Bolden, Hadley Skalnik, Cara Martin, and Noel Geiger 3rd Row: Lesley Carter, Elise Adkins, Jackson Townsend, Anna Leigh Rossi, Maurice Mull, Quinn Roberts Bottom: Lauren Franklin, Nick Lang, Samantha Fotovich

University Program Council

Students Planning Events for Students

Upcoming Events, Applications, and information at www.una.edu/upc

The University Success Center Second Floor Commons University Advising Services We offer a wide array of academic advising services for every type of student, including undecided majors, conditionally admitted students, and students on academic warning and academic probation. We also provide testing services such as CLEP and provide tutorial support for all disciplines except math and writing. Our office also conducts Study Skills workshops throughout the semester.

Contact Dr. Amy Crews at aecrews@una.edu or 256-765-4722

First-Year Experience Program The First-Year Experience Program emphasizes orientation, skills development, and career and major exploration for UNA freshman.

Contact Dr. Robert Koch at rtkoch@una.edu or 256-765-4131

Center for Writing Excellence We offer free writing support for every student in every major, every class, from arrival through graduation. We provide individual or group consultations, as well as workshops.

Contact Dr. Kathleen Richards at karichards@una.edu or 256-765-6015

Mathematics Learning Center The Mathematics Learning Center provides individual mathematics consultations for students in all math courses.

We also provide a self-paced math lab for all students! Our academic Fellows Program provides in-class support and peer-led guidance.

Contact Prof. Marlow McCullough at mmccullough@una.edu or 256-765-4213

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