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table of contents Also inside: music venues (page 30); the Magnet Lab (page 17); restaurant guide (page 29) pages 6-13

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playbook

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One-and-only ’Nole football ready to tear this season up

pages 14-18

campus tour

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Sightsee without getting lost—unless you want to

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the ‘u’

in fsu

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Theatre school makes a big production out of everything

pages 23-25

living like a ’nole

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Squeeze all the juice out of college life by going Greek

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Railroad Square turns art into a party, partying into artform

editor’s letter Also also inside: 7 Days of Opening Nights (page 27); overview of all things athletic (page 10)

Oh, hello. I didn’t see you standing there.

Left: Editor-in-Chief J. Michael Osborne sits with popular local band Jane Jane Pollock for a February feature in the ‘FSView’

elcome to Tallahassee, Tallaclassy, Tallasassy, Tallanasty, Tallatrashy, and so on and so on and so on. There’s no exact science behind having a good time in our small-town-meets-bigcity—that’s honestly pretty easy—but there’s a pretty simple About the editor formula to it: Tallahassee is exactly what you make of it. If you’re a foaming-atthe-mouth sports fan, you can make this place J. Michael paradise by just rolling Osborne is a senior studying creative out of bed at some point. writing and the If it’s just your caffeineeditor-in-chief for the FSView. infused academic bomb shelter, I can point you to places where coffee practically flows down rivers 24 hours a day. If you’re looking for a really awesome party, holy moly, I promise you, Tallahassee, FSU, FAMU and TCC have you more than covered. If you’re a musician, you can start a band and play your first show in front of a crowd, let’s say, this Friday night; if you’re an artist, you’ve got the strongest, most baller arts community in Florida

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watching your back. All it takes is a little effort to find the opportunities (and, while you’re at it, friends) you’re looking for—or, we’re hoping, maybe just a magazine. In truth, there’s never been a centralized guide to everything FSU and Tallahassee that’s been done entirely by students, sharing not just statistics and buy-oneget-one-free coupons, but a personal view of the city and school we’ve come to love. That’s why we made this first-ever VisitorView—to be the Florida State area’s easily excitable tour guide, or maybe its wizened old towny in the FSU cap sitting in the corner at Leon Pub, or cool history teacher or slightly drunk Seminole sportstrivia nut. So here’s the game plan: We’re going to start in what I see as the beating heart

of Florida State, Doak Campbell Stadium, giving you a Rocky training montage of every ‘Nole sport. From there, we’ll move to the nearby, must-see campus stops like the Unconquered Statue and the studentrun Flying High Circus, then through some of our houses of learning that make up the meat of our prettier-than-a-postcard campus. We’ll focus on living here, then we’ll spread out to the rest of the city, from “Monk’s” on Tharpe down to Railroad Square Art Park. Deal? We did our damnedest to put together something that’s both expansive and fun for an expansive and fun city, but you’ve probably guessed there aren’t quite enough pages in your hand to show you everything. If you think we’ve missed something you’d like to see in a future edition of the VisitorView, email us at editor@fsview.com and we’ll do our double damnedest next time. For now, though, here’s hoping you can use this magazine to go to those places, do those things, make those friends, start that band, throw that party and make your town the town you want it to be—or do what my friends and I did and join the FSView & Florida Flambeau. It’s a thought.

Yours, J(ames) Michael Osborne Editor-in-Chief

About the photographers

Kristen Alberico is a junior studying communication sciences and a photographer for the FSView

Reid Compton graduated with a B.A. in graphic design and was the digital media editor at FSView

Joseph La Belle is a junior studying criminolgy and psychology and a multimedia journalist at FSView

Catherine O’Connor is a senior study editing, writing and media, and a photographer at FSView

Riley Shaaber is a junior studying finance and a photographer for the FSView

Nikki Unger-Fink is a senior studying studio art and a photographer for the FSView

Melina Vastola is a grad student studying computer science and the photo editor for the FSView.

General Manager Eliza LePorin Editors J. Michael Osborne Bailey Shertzinger Design and Layout Justin Christopher Dyke Production Manager Cover photo by Melina Vastola

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the playbook How many other schools can say they have the No. 1 tradition in college football? (Hint: none)

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This is how we do, et cetera No clue what the 80,000 people at Doak are doing?

hey say the success of a football team can change the energy of a city. I don’t know who “they” are, but—in the case of Florida State football—they are right. The hype surrounding Florida State’s 2011 season has whipped everyone in Tallahassee into a frenzy. About the author For eight months, we have heard scouting reports, recruitment statistics and preseason predictions. For eight months, we have Bailey Shertzseen the Florida State inger is a senior studying commubandwagon grow into a nications and the stretch-Hummer limo. managing editor of the FSView. For eight months, we have waited for the opening kick-off that will bring FSU back to life. Ladies and gentleman, game day is here. There is no place I would rather be on a Saturday than Doak S. Campbell Stadium (and the mile radius of ’Nole fans armed with grills surrounding it). While the electric tailgating culture adds to the gameday atmosphere, it is the long-standing traditions that make Florida State a magical place to watch football. Probably one of the best-known traditions is the “war chant.” The war chant is hard to describe, yet impossible to forget; the melody has no words, but it is one of the most intimidating sounds an opponent can hear. The tune is accompanied by the “Seminole chop” hand motion and is done frequently (read: constantly) throughout the game. The FSU Marching Chiefs will signal the beginning of the song with a distinct drum beat, and the rest is up to the crowd. The war chant was not an official Florida State staple until 1984, when— 6 | FSView & Florida Flambeau | VisitorView 2011

FSU fight song “You’ve got to fight, fight, fight, for FSU/ You’ve got to scalp ‘em Seminoles/ You’ve got to win, win, win, win win this game/ And roll on down and make those goals/ For FSU is on the warpath now/ And at the battle’s end she’s great/ So fight, fight, fight, fight to victory/ Our Seminoles from Florida State/ F-L-O-R-I-D-A S-T-A-T-E/ Florida State! Florida State! Florida State!”

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allegedly—a fraternity section began the cheer in a game against Auburn. Since then, the Marching Chiefs have adapted the song and made it into the tradition Florida State honors today. Even Atlanta Braves fans get a piece of the action ever since FSU superstar Deion Sanders introduced the war chant to Atlanta when he played for the Braves. (Note here that, yes, we totally had it first.) Osceola and his horse, Renegade, make up another well-known Florida State tradition. A symbol of strength and power, Osceola and Renegade keep fans entertained and excited throughout football throwdowns. At the beginning of every game, Osceola and Renegade run down the field

and throw a spear into the ground in the middle of the field. The fans show their enthusiasm by letting out a collective “boom” when the spear touches the ground—an exhilarating way to start another exhilarating Florida State game. Although the game day traditions generate a lot of buzz, visitors can witness Seminole history on days other than Saturday. One of the most unique traditions at Florida State is the Sod Cemetery. Located between the practice field and the stadium, Sod Cemetery is where the ’Noles literally bury their opponents. After any away-game victory against the University of Florida, an ACC opponent or when Florida State is considered an underdog, the ’Noles take a piece of the opponent’s home turf and bury it in Sod Cemetery. Game days are time when ’Nole fans share their passion for Florida State football. The atmosphere and tradition surrounding the ’Noles is one that cannot be matched—just ask ESPN’s SportsNation and EA Sports. In their (meticulously bracketed) college football tradition tournament, Florida State, Osceola and Renegade beat out every other school in the NCAA. Of course, Seminole fans didn’t need ESPN’s validation to know that we have one hell of a program at FSU.

the playbook Ed. note: By ‘proper,’ we don’t mean holding your koozy with your pinky up

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ne aspect of college life many young students take for granted is going to sporting events. Oftentimes, youngsters don’t realize how much fun the events are and don’t realize what they’re missing. Kids these days. That’s all well and good if you go to a school that has an average athletics program. At a school like Florida State, however, it’s downright unacceptable. If you’ve ever experienced the adrenaline rush of being in the student section at Doak Campbell Stadium surrounded by 83,000 rowdy fans (and if you haven’t, you’ll find out quickly: preseason No. 1 Oklahoma comes to town in Week 3)you’ll be blown away when you attend home football games this fall.

Many poor souls fail to take full advantage of the incredible experiences that are provided by our elite athletics program, which ultimately deAbout the author prives them of experiencing all that FSU has to offer. Anyone who has ever spent a semester at a small, private school Scott Crumbly with zero competitive is a senior at FSU studying comsports teams (I’m raising munications and my hand right now) can an assistant editor for the FSView. tell you how priceless it is to be able to go watch teams across multiple sports compete for conference and national titles in person. Perhaps the best part of it is that Florida State University provides students with free—yes, free—tickets to all home sporting events. Did I mention free tickets? For football and basketball, all you have to do is go online to Seminoles.com and register for a student ticket when the registration window opens (usually the week before a game) and sign up. The ticket is sent to your FSU email account, and all you have to do is print it out and bring it with you to the game along with your student identification. For all other sports, simply show your FSU I.D. at the gate for free entry. It’s that easy. Fans who do not attend FSU can also visit Seminoles.com to purchase season or single-game tickets. All that’s left to do after that is go scream your lungs out in support of your Seminoles. But, as you are showing your support for the Garnet and Gold, always be sure to show good sportsmanship in the process. Nobody likes to deal with a jerk in the stands, and all Seminole fans represent FSU with their actions during sporting events. Whether you’re a full-blown sports nut or just a casual fan, there’s room for everyone at FSU sporting events. See you at the game.

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the playbook Head coach Jimbo Fisher on the hype: ‘We embrace it’—so do we, Jimbo, so do we

Football is about to e-x-pl-o-d-e

rom Sept. 3 through Nov. 26, Saturdays are booked. Don’t make plans—don’t even think about finally roadtripping to the beach this weekend. Fresh off a Chick-fil-A Bowl victory, the first 10-win season since 2003 and with the No. 1 recruiting class of 2012, head coach Jimbo Fisher About the author and the gang are on the threshold of national prominence. With the departure of Christian Ponder to the Vikings, redshirt junior Zack Parker is a EJ Manuel (3) will be senior studying editing, writing under center. Junior and media and defensive end Brandon a writer for the FSView. Jenkins (49) and redshirt sophomore corner Xavier Rhodes (27) will be leading the defense, both All-Americans. And, of course, the most elusive athlete in college sports today, at corner and returner, junior Greg Reid (5). Kirk Herbstreit, an Emmy award-winning analyst on ESPN’s College Gameday, is hopping on the Seminole bandwagon. “Don’t let this team get off to a good start,” Herbstreit said. “Don’t let Florida State beat Oklahoma, because the swagger—that real authentic Florida State swagger … where, instead of hoping, it’s a belief.” With an array of ACC contests and a couple high school teams, the real test will be two non-conference games. This Oklahoma game (Sept. 17) is the most anticipated game at Doak since Virginia came in 2004 as the No. 6 team in the nation (surprise, surprise—the No. 7 Seminoles trampled the Cavs 36-3). The Sooners will come in as

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the No. 1 team in the country, led by junior quarterback Landry Jones, who passed for over 4,700 yards and 38 TDs last season. But, despite what the rankings say, none of that will matter quite as much as a trip to Gainesville, which will be made Nov. 26. A reassembled Gator staff will be led by new head coach Will Muschamp, who brought in the Super Bowl-winning, 21year veteran Charlie Weis as offensive coordinator. Here’s where we’ll flaunt that “real, authentic Florida State swagger:” Last season also marked our first victory over UF since 2003. Florida State needs football about as much as Donald Trump needs a haircut. It’s going to be an exciting time in Tallahassee come fall semester, and they can’t do it without the 85,000 strong. (Hint: That’s you.) Joseph La Belle FSView

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the playbook Look out, Diet Coke sponsorships, junior Brandon Jenkins has been described as ‘NFL ready’

Brandon Jenkins is a defensive machine

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Jenkins restores glory to FSU defensive ends

emember when the likes of 13.5, which places him at sixth in the Peter Boulware, Reinard Wilson nation. Jenkins, a Tallahassee native, and Jamal Reynolds came off has been described as “NFL ready” comeither end and gave ing into his junior year. What quarterbacks nowhere to go (and else would you expect from nightmares for the rest of their someone who’s 6-foot-3, weighs lives)? Yeah, me neither—what in at 266 pounds, has a quick happened to the uncanny defenfirst-step and uses his hands sive ends Florida State used to tremendously? produce? Jenkins had five two-sack Well, they are back. games in 2010, including one With a collection of 48 sacks in against rival Florida as a true 2010 (!), and over half of those sophomore and in his first full from defensive ends, their comseason as a starter. He began to bined efforts may have been the see double team schemes and Melina Vastola FSView single most important factor in other tactics to keep him out of the wildfire success of Florida the pocket. From 2006-2009, the State’s defense: a terrorizing pass rush cre- Florida State defensive ends only proates a terrified quarterback. duced 59 sacks—last season, they dropped Of those 48 sacks, All-ACC and second the quarterback 27 times. Yeah: we’re back, team All-American Brandon Jenkins had alright. Zack Parker Reid Compton FSView File Photo

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the playbook Everything to know about Seminole sports without standing up every 30 seconds to war chant

The Seminole highlights reel

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ended their run in the second round last year. With Cierra Bravard returning down low, the ’Noles will have one of the ACC’s best players anchoring their squad. Football Head Coach: Jimbo Fisher (Second Year) 2010 Record: 10-4 (6-2 Atlantic Coast Conference) Key Players: EJ Manuel, Quarterback; Nigel Bradham, Linebacker Outlook: After winning 10 games in a season for the first time since 2003, Jimbo Fisher has the Seminoles poised for a return to the national spotlight. And if FSU can beat Oklahoma on Sept. 17, the ’Noles will be in the early discussion as a national contender. Golf Head Coaches: Trey Jones (Men, Eighth Year) and Amy Bond (Women, First Year) 2010-2011 Highlights: Men reached NCAA Regional, Women finish ranked No. 29. Key Players: Brooks Koepka; Maria Salinas Outlook: Brooks Koepka—an All-American in 2010—returns for the men, who will look to build on their seventh-place finish in the ACC Tournament. Honorable mention All-American Maria Salinas returns for the women, who finished eighth place in the NCAA Regional a year ago. Soccer Head Coach: Mark Krikorian (Sixth Year) Key Players: Tori Huster, Midfielder; Breezy Hupp, Forward/ Defender 2010-2011 Record: 166-1 (7-2-1 ACC) Outlook: The Seminoles will be one of the top teams in the nation in this year’s preseason rankings, and will return many veteran players in their quest to win the ACC after finishing second in 2010. Softball Coach: Lonni Alameda 2010 Highlight: Won ACC championship for first time in seven years. Photo by Nikki Unger-Fink

lorida State athletics have been setting a standard of excellence for years in the Atlantic Coast Conference. I mean, come on— this is the Florida State freakin’ Seminoles we’re talking about. After an exciting (to say the least of the least) year in 20102011, ’Noles fans have even more reason to be excited for the 2011-2012 year. Baseball Head Coach: Mike Martin (35th Year) 2010-2011 Record: 4620 (19-11 ACC) Key Players: James Ramsey, Outfielder; Devon Travis, Infielder Outlook: Martin led FSU to the Super Regional last year where the Seminoles bowed out to Texas A&M, due in large part to lack of depth in the bullpen. Former FSU pitcher Mike Bell is the new pitching coach for his alma mater, and will look to fortify the Seminoles’ weakness on the mound. Men’s Basketball Head Coach: Leonard Hamilton (10th Year) 2010-2011 Record: 2110 (11-5 ACC) Key Players: Bernard James, Center; Michael Snaer, Guard Outlook: After making the NCAA Tournament for the third consecutive year, FSU will try to make a run for four in a row. After losing key players Chris Singleton and Derwin Kitchen, the ’Noles will need new leaders to emerge. Expect James to be one of the best players in the ACC. Women’s Basketball Head Coach: Sue Semrau (15th Year) 2010-2011 Record: 24-8 (11-3 ACC) Key Players: Cierra Bravard, Center; Alexa Deluzio, Guard Outlook: The Seminoles will look to return to the NCAA Tournament after a controversial, last-second loss to Georgia

Outlook: After winning the conference and then reaching the NCAA Regionals for the 12th consecutive year, the Seminoles will look to contend for the conference crown once again and build off of last year’s postseason performance. Swimming & Diving Head Coach: Neil Harper (12th Year) 2010-2011 Highlights: Men and Women finished third in ACC. Key Players: Mateo DeAngulo, Distance Free; Charlotte Broadbent, Back/Free Outlook: After a strong performance in last year’s ACC Championship meets, the Seminoles will look to make the leap to the top of the conference in 2012. Tennis Head Coaches: Dave Hultquist (Men, 13th Year), Jennifer Hyde (Women, Eighth Year) 2010-2011 Highlights: Vahid Merzadeh and Connor Smith named All-Americans for men; Women finish year ranked No. 12. Key Players: Connor Smith; Amy Sargeant Outlook: The FSU men’s and women’s tennis teams will look to improve upon their success from a year ago and advance in the NCAA postseason. Track and Field and Cross Country Head Coach: Bob Braman (12th Year) 2010-2011 Highlights: Second-place finish by men, fifth-place finish by women. Key Players: Maurice Mitchell, Sprints; Amy Harris, Long Jump Outlook: After falling one point short of yet another men’s national title in 2011, Coach Braman will look to keep his program among the nation’s elite yet again. Volleyball Head Coach: Chris Poole (Fourth Year) 2010 Record: 22-11 Key Players: Jekaterina Stepanova, Outside Hitter; Visnja Djurdjevic, Outside Hitter Outlook: FSU returns several key players and will look to improve their consistency after an up-and-down season in 2010. Things are looking bright for Poole’s squad, which still made the postseason despite inconsistent play throughout the year. Scott Crumbly

the playbook After beating powerhouse Duke at home, our men’s basketball team is bonafide ‘baller’

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Basketball program rebounds

ead basketball coach Leonard Hamilton has started a revival of sorts during his time in Tallahassee. After failing to reach the NCAA Tournament from 1998 to 2008, “Coach Ham” has led the Seminoles to three consecutive appearances in the Big Dance, and led his team to the Round of 16 this past March where they came within seconds of advancing to the Elite 8. Hamilton has returned FSU to the national picture on the hardwood in his nine seasons as Seminoles head coach, and he has his team on the rise as we look forward to the 2011-2012 season. The 2011 season will be one of change for the ’Noles—two of their core players

from the last three seasons, guard Derwin Kitchen and forward Chris Singleton, graduated. Despite their key losses, the Seminoles figure to be contenders once again in the ACC come next season. FSU returns three starters from last year’s Sweet 16 squad in Michael Snaer, Deividas Dulkys and Bernard James. The ’Noles also return several players who have considerable experience as role players under their belts in Xavier Gibson, Luke Loucks, Terrance Shannon, Ian Miller, Jon Kreft and swingman Okaro White. James figures to be an All-American candidate in his senior season, as he emerged as one of the country’s premier shot-blockers last year. James was a key

component on last year’s team, and proved to be a huge factor during FSU’s NCAA Tournament run. White is one of the brightest young players in the country, and Coach Hamilton hopes that the sophomore flourishes in his second year on campus. At 6-foot-8inches, White has the length and explosive athleticism to cause big-time matchup problems for opposing teams at the forward position, just as first-round-draftto-the-Washington-Wizards Singleton did before him. FSU has finished in the top four of the ACC standings in each of the past four seasons, and looks poised to make another run at the postseason this year. Scott Crumbly

Bernard James ready to hold it down on defense

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ith Chris Singleton going 18th overall to the Washington Wizards and point guard Derwin Kitchen graduating, Seminole basketball will have some significant shoes to fill. Have no fear, though, because Bernard James is here, and he has some significantly large feet. I’m calling it right now: The juggernaut power forward and emerging star will be sucking up rebounds like a 6-foot-10, 238-pound vacuum cleaner this season. James averaged 8.6 points (shooting 65.7 percent from the field), 5.9 rebounds and 2.4 blocks last year, and he will begin the 2011-12 season as an All-American and All-ACC candidate. He was second in the ACC in total blocks with 82, which was 14th all-time in FSU history. As a matter of fact, all these accolades on

the court wouldn’t have been possible if he didn’t earn a different caliber of them elsewhere, prior to the hardwood and subsequent floor burns. James served in the United States Air Force for six years, earning the title of staff sergeant. Following his time being part of the U.S. Armed Forces All-Star team, he began his tenure at Tallahassee Community College where he earned a two-time All-Panhandle Conference selection and helped lead the Eagles to the state tournament his final year. James has said he lacked competitiveness as an adolescent, and therefore didn’t begin his basketball career until he was enrolled in the Air Force. Head coach Leonard Hamilton raves about his ability to lead a team and help the young ’Noles who surround him grow. Expect big things when the Seminoles are under the wings of Bernard James. Zack Parker VisitorView 2011 | FSView & Florida Flambeau | 11

the playbook No, really—the ’Nole women’s basketball team lost the last NCAAs due to a ‘whistle mishap’

Looking to rewrite last season’s end

uch like their male counterparts, the Florida State women’s basketball team saw their 2010-2011 season come to an end in heartbreaking fashion. Leading the Georgia Bulldogs 59-58 with under 10 seconds to play in their second-round NCAA Tournament game, the FSU players heard what sounded like the blown whistle of a referee and paused just long enough to allow UGA’s Jasmine Thomas to lay the ball in and give the Bulldogs the win. It was a tough pill to swallow for the Seminoles, but it could not erase the overall success that the team enjoyed over the course of the season. Led by coach Sue Semrau, the ’Noles won 24 games last year, including an 11-3 mark in Atlantic Coast Conference play. FSU also protected its home court, winning 12 of 15 games at the Donald L. Tucker Center for the season. Guard Courtney Ward will be a big loss for the ’Noles next year, as she averaged 12.1 points and 4.1 assists per game last year as a senior. Ward shot 40 percent from behind the 3-point arc last season. Despite Ward’s departure, the Seminoles have reason for optimism once again this season, as Cierra Bravard returns for her senior year. Bravard emerged as a star in her first season as a full-time starter last year, averaging 15 points per game to go along with nearly 8 rebounds per game. Bravard led FSU in shooting percentage a season ago, shooting 55 percent from the field. The Ohio native will look to continue her stellar play this year as the undisputed leader of the team. Coach Semrau has spent much of her summer coaching the U.S.A. U18 national team and is preparing for the ’Noles’ upcoming season. Florida State, which will be in the hunt for an ACC title once again this season, will host Ohio State at home this season as part of the annual Big Ten/ACC Challenge. Scott Crumbly 12 | FSView & Florida Flambeau | VisitorView 2011

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Deluzio looks deadlier than ever on offense

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he First Academy alumna, redshirt junior and total basketball badass Alexa Deluzio had an overflowing trophy case before even setting foot into college. A two-time AAU All-American (2005-06), Deluzio won the 2006 AAU 16U National Championship, and her high school team is a two-time FHSAA 2A State Champion—oh, and she was named her team’s MVP every one of her four years there. As a junior, she averaged 17.0 ppg, 4.0 rpg and 3.0 apg. As a sophomore, she was named 2A Player of the Year. The 5-foot-11 guard will be a main contributor to FSU’s widely feared women’s basketball program in 2011. Deluzio is coming off her best season thus far in her college career: Averaging 12 points a game, she ranked third on the team. The Orlando native shot 41.2 percent from the field and started all 32 games for Florida State. Deluzio had career highs with 23 points in the non-conference away win over Auburn and collected 9 rebounds against Maryland. Deluzio and the ’Noles finished 24-8 (11-3) in 2010, but the overly drunk guy next to you at the bar would say we were “robbed”—a win away from a Sweet 16 birth, the third-seeded Seminoles lost to the Georgia Bulldogs, 61-59, in a controversial whistle mishap causing a loss in possession, down by one, with less than a minute remaining. Zack Parker

the playbook The secret to FSU baseball and softball’s success(es) lies in their larger-than-life leaders

Martin talks up FSU baseball

ne name comes to mind when the words “Florida State University baseball” are uttered; Mike Martin. Martin sat down the the VisitorView to talk about Tallahassee, rivalries and Peyton Manning. About the author

Karl W. Etters studies journalism at FAMU. He is also the distribution coordinator for the FSView.

Visitor View: What do you like most about Tallahassee? Mike Martin: My wife and I came to Tallahassee on our honeymoon. Many people find that hard to believe. From the moment we drove into the city, we were so impressed with the friendliness of the community.

VV: Have you had any other offers to coach in other cities? What kept you in Tallahassee? Martin: I could have gone to Georgia nine years ago. It was close. I just looked at my wife and said, “Do we really want to leave

ences? Martin: I’ve tried to learn the game from picking up bits and pieces from other coaches. Some of the worst coaches that I’ve coached against I’ve learned how not to do things and some of the best coaches that I’ve observed I’ve learned how to do things. Melina Vastola FSView

a place that has brought so much happiness to our family?” Tallahassee is home. We would be leaving home. VV: What other sports do you enjoy? Martin: I’m a big football fan, certainly a Florida State football fan; next to Florida State, I like the Indianapolis Colts because of Peyton Manning. But I do enjoy other sports. I have affection for the San Francisco Giants because of Buster Posey, and I follow the major league teams where we have some Seminole players playing. VV: What are some of your major influ-

VV: What school is your biggest rivalry? Martin: There’s no question that the University of Miami is close to that Florida rivalry. VV: What’s most rewarding about Mike Martin Baseball Camp? Martin: To see a young man, maybe that’s 10 or 11, break out into a big grin after having success from your influence is very hard to beat. That is still what I get out of coaching is watching a guy get better because of what you did to make him better. For the complete and unabriged interview with Mike Martin, visit fsunews.com/ mikemartininterview.

Softball’s spotlight is on Nori

hen Florida State head coach Lonni Alameda needed a big-time outing, there were plenty of Seminoles to fulfill their skipper’s expectations, but every so often there’s the rare players who step out from the shadows and impress even themselves. About the author This time, it was redshirt freshman Jessica Nori. The Weston native attended St. Thomas Aquinas before enrollAl Buzzelli is the ing at Florida State, and sports editor at the FSView. He is a when she finally made graduate student the haul up from South studying communications. Florida, she became a team manager for the ’Noles in the 2009-10 season.

But then she got her shot the following season. Nori delivered two victories as FSU defeated Georgia State in game one, 6-1, and defeated UAB in the elimination game, 13-1, in six innings on May 21 this past spring. Nori, who finished 2011 with a record of 8-5, combined to allow just one run in 9.1 innings pitched on the day. She stayed aggressive and attacked both the Panthers (36-25) and the Blazers (39-19) all day, allowing her defense to make several key plays in both games. Against Georgia State, she entered the game with the bases loaded in the fourth inning and induced a groundout to third base to preserve a 2-1 lead. She faced a similar situation two weekends earlier against Georgia Tech, showing her poise

by striking out one of the best hitters in the country in Kelsi Weseman. Nori finished the first game by allowing three hits and striking out two in the final 3.1 innings. Against UAB, she threw her third complete game of the season and allowed just four hits and one run. Prior to the seventh inning, Nori held the Blazers to just one hit before they added three more in the sixth inning after FSU took a commanding 13-0 lead. So although it can be difficult to predict how a team will perform season after season, year after year, one thing is for certain: Nori will be back for the ’Noles, and she won’t worry about having to step out of the shadows, as she’ll already be in the spotlight when FSU takes the field this coming season. VisitorView 2011 | FSView & Florida Flambeau | 13

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Unconquered Statue e may be defeated, but we are never conquered”—the Unconquered Statue features a longstanding FSU tradition. Osceola and his horse, Renegade, stand proudly outside of Doak S. Campbell stadium and Bobby “Dadgummit!” Bowden field. On game days, the torch atop Chief Osceola’s spear is lit to represent the never-dying flame of the FSU tradition. Osceola and Renegade became the FSU mascots in 1978. Bobby Bowden played a part in the introduction of the Seminole Warrior. He helped the school decide to reveal the new FSU mascot against Oklahoma State University, whose mascot is—fittingly enough—the Cowboy. Yeah, I know, Bobby Bowden’s a badass. 14 | FSView & Florida Flambeau | VisitorView 2011

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the bottom of the “Vires, Artes, Mores” torches that adorn this iconic monument on FSU’s campus. Just outside of University Center A, the Heritage Tower may be relatively new, but its sentiment and meaning are those that have surrounded Tallahassee for quite some time. Built in 1998, the torch represents the traditions and culture that have been passed down from class to Joseph La Belle class, from back FSView when FSU was known as the Florida State College for Women. The tower was built 50 years after the school officially became FSU—in 1948 the first class graduated as Florida State alumni, not FSCW alumnae. The three torches rest just above the seals of FSU and FSCW. The flowing water represents the passing of time, the arches represent the entrance and exit of students and the base—where the water flows into—represents the school and the campus.

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Westcott Gates: he gates at Westcott were a gift from the Florida State College for Women classes of 1916 and 1918. Westcott is considered the architectural “centerpiece” of Florida State University’s campus (read: it’s in every promotional photo you’ve ever seen of FSU). The Westcott Building serves as the administration hub for FSU, housing the university presidential office, vice presi-

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dential offices and other staff offices. When the Westcott Gate was built, the iron arch that connects the two Reid Compton brick piers read “Florida FSView File Photo State College for Women.” In 1947, just after FSU’s return to co-educational status, the FSCW emblem was removed and replaced with “Florida State University.”

Integration Statue: ccording to FSU, the integration statue serves as a “celebration of hardships and successes of a group of young men and women with a vision” to make FSU an allinclusive learning center. From the Brown v. Board of Education court case came the overturning of “separate-butequal” treatment of public educations—cue the boos and hisses. This landmark case did not, however, alter higher education’s abilJoseph La Belle ity to turn away FSView someone based on the color of their skin. FSU changed its policy in 1962, without being prompted by legislation or court case, to allow black students to attend this institution. In the fall of 1962, the first three fulltime, black students attended FSU; two were graduate students, one was an undergraduate. Maxwell Courtney, the undergraduate student admitted in ’62, became the first black graduate of Florida State University in 1965. He stands tall in the statue holding an American history book. Doby Flowers is displayed wearing a non-traditional Seminole headdress that’s traditional garb for each year’s Homecoming Queen—Flowers was the first black student to receive that honor. Fred Flowers, immortalized in full ’Nole uniform and holding a baseball bat, was the first African American to don the garnet and gold. The statue embodies the concept “books, bats and beauty.” The brick piers on either side are decorated with stone plaques from the two graduating classes that dedicated the gate, 1916 and 1918. The south plaque reads 1916 and displays the lamp of knowledge. The north plaque reads 1918 and displays the Cherokee rose—the flower chosen to represent the class of 1918. VisitorView 2011 | FSView & Florida Flambeau | 15

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ome one, come all to Florida State University’s very own FSU Flying High Circus. The Flying High Circus is one of two collegiate circuses in the world, performing twice a year, with its opening act during FSU’s Parents Weekend and once again in the spring semester. Be sure to make it to a show this upcoming year (why wouldn’t you?). For more information about the Flying High Circus, please visit circus.fsu.edu. Bailey Shertzinger 16 | FSView & Florida Flambeau | VisitorView 2011

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campus tour I hereby motion to change the FSU motto from ‘Vires, Artes, Mores’ to ‘FSU: It’s Magnetic!’

Holy giant magnet, Batman

t sounds like some comic-book supervillain’s diabolical lair—as in, “We’ll have to fight Doctor Doom in his giant magnetic laboratory”—but, no, seriously: About 2.5 miles from Florida State University’s campus stands the world’s most powerful hybrid magnet— yes, the most powerful About the author hybrid magnet in the world. Two stories tall and 45-Tesla (that’s a lot), this thing produces the highest field of any conJessica Militare tinuous field magnet in is a writer for the FSView studying the world. Housed in the communications National High Magnetic and editing, writing and media. Field Laboratory, the institution is the highestpowered magnet laboratory in the world, according to magnet.fsu.edu. The lab is a rarity in itself, along with the precious materials it holds.

“It’s an international basic goes on,” said Laufenberg. research destination for scien“We take all different kinds of tists in physics, chemistry and materials that might be useful biology,” said Editor and Media down the line for energy, and Specialist in Public Relations put them in the magnetic field at the Magnet Lab Kathleen to see what will happen, beLaufenberg. “It also has a cause materials change often.” variety of multidisciplinary inOn a more tangible level, house research that’s going on.” a benefit that has come out Founded in 1990 with a of research in the magnetic Melina Vastola FSView National Science Foundation fields are MRIs. Grant, the lab shares a partner“It’s a very unique environship with FSU, University of Florida and ment that’s open to the public and stuLos Alamos National Laboratory in New dents so they can see what basic research Mexico. With a 370,000 square-foot nexus in science looks like, and get an underof more than 400 workers who speak standing of high magnetic field research,” around 40 different languages and about said Laufenberg. “There’s not many places 1,100 scientists from around the world on the planet you can do that.” conducting research throughout the year, The facility is open for public tours on the the Mag Lab makes for a diverse and multhird Wednesday of each month at 11:30 ticultural environment, all united under a.m. Witnessing this gargantuan habitaone cause—progressive scientific research. tion of magnets (magnets!) is without a “There is a lot of materials research that doubt worthy of anyone’s bucket list.

campus tour Go ahead, park anywhere (no, don’t really do that, they’ll totally tow you)

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ike any major college campus, parking at Florida State University is often frustrating. To put it very, very lightly. Due to the high volume of students and the massive influx of fans on game days, it sometimes seems impossible to find a spot—but honestly, calm down, take a deep breath and put on an Enya album, because you always do eventually. Despite certain strings of curse words uttered from certain students’ mouths, it isn’t really the school’s fault. There are many lots and garages on campus, but game days draw in a crowd too big to fit into the allotted spaces. The school has taken some measures to improve parking. Over the past eight years, four new garages have been built, 18 | FSView & Florida Flambeau | VisitorView 2011

providing 4,000 new spaces. Game days test the patience of students and visitors the most. On those days, it seems Ryan Rabac is parking rules are thrown a staff writer for out the window altogeththe FSView and a junior studying er, and all-out, Mad Maxpolitical science like anarchy has taken at FSU. their place—although they claim this isn’t the case. Our tailgating culture at FSU is a sight to behold on fall Saturday mornings. Expect every accessible portion of grass to be claimed and partied upon. My only advice on game day is to arrive several hours early and claim your spot. Everything remotely near residence halls will About the author

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most likely be taken. On the west side of campus, my fallback plan was always the parking lot across from the Leach Center. One friend I knew would brag about always finding a spot close-by. He would essentially sit in the parking lot for up to half-an-hour with his lights off, lurking in the darkness and waiting for his future spot. Finding that creepy, I always opted to move on when the closest lots were full. Side streets are FSU’s best untapped parking resources. There are so many streets near campus to park on that do not belong to the university—use them if you are in a bind. Although the rules may lighten up during the weekends (and don’t forget about the teacher lots that open up after 5 p.m.), make sure to follow all of them diligently because—not joking—violators will be found. Our campus is beautiful anyway, so why not park further away and take a longer walk?

the ‘u’ in fsu Anyone who says FSU parties harder than we study hasn’t seen the library during finals week

By the numbers Florida State University continues to be one of the premier sites for higher education in the state of Florida. The student population is steadying around 41,000, up by nearly 600 students from the 2009-10 school year.

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’ll go out on a limb here and say students picked FSU as their alma matter because of the quality of their chosen major. But perhaps a student still isn’t sure which one to pick— luckily for the indecisive types, there is an incredible array of majors to choose from, and time for a student to About the author change their mind (and, as an added bonus, potentially annoy parents). In the case that a student has been accepted for a graduate program, don’t Katherine Confret, parents will probcepcion is a writer for the FSView ably still be annoyed to and a non-degree some degree—no pun graduate student at FSU. intended. There are a total of 16 colleges at FSU, including the College

of Law and the College of Medicine. FSU offers the usual bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs, plus professional degrees, specialist and advanced master’s degree programs, and convenient dual and joint degree, graduate certificate, combined B.A./M.A., and online academic degree programs. FSU is founded on the liberal arts tradition, meaning the first two years as an undergraduate are typically more exploratory, and will allow students to look at a vast number of subjects and perspectives. The hope is that this will shake some predispositions and assumptions along the way—for the better, promise. My advice to new students: Don’t put these liberal arts requirements off. Seriously. No one wants to be the only senior in an 8 a.m. Practical Finite Math class

• The male-to-female student ratio is balancing closer to 50:50. Women now make up 54.9 percent of all FSU students • Enrollment was 40,838 with 75.9 percent undergraduates, 20.9 percent graduates and 3.2 percent unclassified • 80.7 percent of all students were Floridians, while 93.3 percent were from the United States • Students from all 50 states and the District of Columbia were in attendance • Seventeen states contributed 100 or more students each (in descending order): Florida, Georgia, Virginia, New York, Texas, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Alabama, California, Illinois, Ohio, New Jersey, Maryland, South Carolina, Massachusetts, Tennessee and Michigan • The middle 50 percent high school GPA for the Summer/Fall 2010 freshman class was 3.5-4.0; median 50 percent SAT scores were 1130-1280; and median 50 percent ACT composite scores were 24-28 • SAT score average = 1202.7 • ACT score average= 26.4 • Twenty foreign countries contributed 25 or more students each (in descending order): China, Korea, Panama, India, Canada, Columbia, Venezuela, United Kingdom, Brazil, Haiti, Taiwan, Jamaica, Turkey, Peru, Japan, Cuba, Lebanon, Pakistan, Russia and Mexico • Foreign students comprised 3.5 percent of the total enrollment • Minorities made up 27.2 percent of the student enrollment who reported ethnicity; 46.0 percent of the minority enrollment was Hispanic, 37.9 percent Black, 12.9 percent Asian and 3.3 percent American Indian; 1.6 percent of all students did not report ethnicity • Average age of all students was 23; of undergraduates, 21.1; of graduates, 29.2; of unclassified students, 27.3 • Students enrolled full-time represented 84.2 percent of those in attendance Turner Cowles

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the ‘u’ in fsu FSU Law’s Student Bar Association was voted the best in the nation—two years in a row

Florida State is lawyered up College of Law breeds future stars of ‘Law & Ordered Court Appointments’

f you’re thinking about getting your J.D., I hope you like coffee. Florida State University has a top-notch law school, so, first things first, bragging rights: A 2011 U.S. News & World Report ranked FSU as among the nation’s top 50 law schools, and ranked the environmental law program the sixth-best nationwide. The 2010 entering class held the highest LSAT scores in Florida, with a 75th percentile score of 164 and 25th percentile score of 161. In terms of per-pupil scholarly impact, Leiter’s Law School Rankings rated the law school faculty the 23rd best in the nation in 2010. For the past seven years, the law school has ranked among the nation’s top 10 law schools for Hispanic students, as reported by Hispanic Business magazine. The National Jurist magazine has ranked the law school as the eighth

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best in the U.S. for “Best Value,” selected according to bar passage rates, price of tuition, indebtedness and employment rates. To help gauge the exclusiveness of the program—and, maybe more importantly, scope out the competition—here are the

fast facts about the Fall 2010 entering class: Of 3,621 applicants, 199 students were enrolled, with an average age of 24; 13 states and six countries were represented. Tuition for the 2010-2011 year (take this information as just a ballpark figure, since tuition prices often change) was $16,322 for residents and $35,934 for out-of-staters. The latter folk can apply for Florida resident status after the 1L year. For those students who like the thrill of performance, the Moot Court Team might be for you. Since 2010, the team has placed first in five national competitions and, in November 2010, won first in the Florida Justice Association’s E. Earle Zehmer Mock Trial Competition. Whip out that highlighter and welcome to Florida State Law. Katherine Concepcion

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the ‘u’ in fsu For the accident-prone, we suggest flirting with the students in the College of Medicine

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o one does it quite like the FSU College of Medicine. No, really: We are different from other comparable programs because, here, students get the chance to actually apply their skills and knowledge in community clinics and ambulatory-care sites, instead of in an academic center—direct learning from practicing physicians makes a big difference. A few things emphasized are student collaboration, the importance of compas-

sion in treatment, primary care and working with elderly patients. The programs offered at the school are M.D., Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences and an M.S. in Biomedical Sciences. For the M.D. program, the general admission requirements are the successful participation in Honors Medical Scholars Program activities, completion of an FSU B.S. program, including the medical school prerequisites, an overall GPA of 3.5, a 26 MCAT score or higher, and a successful in-

person interview with admissions directors. But applicants shouldn’t worry about the numbers: The kinds of students that best fit the mold of what the medical school is trying to accomplish are ones who are bright, enthusiastic and compassionate about patient-centered care and providing service to elderly, rural, minority and a number of other underserved groups. Here’s to a good experience at FSU, and to good health! Katherine Concepcion

the ‘u’ in fsu Ed. note: You also don’t have to be a theatre major to crash a cast party

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lorida State’s School of Theatre, a part of the College of Visual Arts, Theatre & Dance, contextualizes top-quality productions in the broader setting of higher education. Since the school was founded in 1973, students and community members have had the opportunity to see, or About the author participate in, a variety of productions each year. “We put up productions as a learning experience,” said Lauren Hlubny, a double major Karlanna Lewis in theatre and internais a writer for the FSView and an tional affairs. “People in FSU graduate who the community can take studied creative writing. part in it—anyone can come and audition—and they should come see the shows, because they’re not just supporting theater, they’re supporting education.” General auditions occur at the start of each semester, where anyone can try to make it big, or at least to callbacks. 22 | FSView & Florida Flambeau | VisitorView 2011

‘You don’t have to be a theatre major to act a major role’ “This is an enormous opportunity for extracurricular activities,” said Ben Gunter, former FSU theatre professor and artistin-residence at the School of Dance. “You don’t have to be a theatre major to act a major role.” From these first auditions, students may be invited to callbacks for Mainstage, fringe (which is exactly what it sounds like) or student-run productions. “I did a lot of student theater,” said Ally Pekins, who graduated in spring of 2011 with a B.A. from the School of Theatre. “If you don’t get in a Mainstage show, it is so

not a big deal because there are 8 billion different student productions going on. There are student production companies and they put on really amazing productions—Leave Your Mark and the Student Theatre Association are the two big ones. ” FSU’s theater program is enhanced by an international component in London, giving students the opportunity to pursue internships or classes in theatere abroad— think about reading Shakespeare two streets down from where he wrote the very words you’re now trying to look up in the dictionary until you figure out he just made that word up. Chills, right? “It was really neat to get a different cultural perspective on teaching,” said Pekins. “They’re not going to coddle you; they’re like, ‘You need to feel the class as much as we feel the class, and not just be zombies who are led along.’ It’s a really cool program, and it lights a fire under some people who want to make something of themselves when they get back and continue that high quality of theatre.”

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Getting the gist of Greek life

orget what you learned about Greek life in Animal House and Old School: FSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 60 social fraternities and sororities are about more than a keg and John Belushi spitting mashed potatoes out of his mouth. Namely, they encourage â&#x20AC;&#x153;leadership, scholarship, friendship and service,â&#x20AC;? and with a whopping 32 fraternities and 28 sororities, not to mention 22 culturally based Greek letter organizations, Greek life has essentially run Florida State student involvement for over 100 years (seriously). There are four different councils at Florida State Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the Panhellenic Association, the Interfraternity Council, the Multicultural Greek Council and the National Pan-Hellenic Council. Rush the right way Women and men who want to join a chapter in the MGC or NPHC councils usually must wait until the second semester of their freshman year. Chapters on these councils both conduct a membership intake process at a time of their own choosing. The MGC strives to organize groups that will promote cultural diversity on campus. The NPHC promotes scholarship, community service and cultural enrichment for African-American students (although students of any ethnicity can join). Chapters from these councils have tables set up in the Ogelsby Union to give students more information about joining. Men and women who wish to join chapters from the IFC or Pan councils can start the recruitment process their first year. Men who want to join an IFC chapter can attend â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rush Weekâ&#x20AC;? during the second or third week of school. During this time, men can visit the different fraternity houses to talk to brothers about their chapters. Chapters also give out bids throughout the week. By the end of the week, prospective members can decide to accept or decline the bids from the different houses. Women who want to join a Pan chapter must sign up for the recruitment processâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a mutual selection process that takes place the week before classes begin.

During this process, potential new memGreek Life are also heavily involved on bers will visit all of the chapters and rank campus. Fraternity men are involved with the houses in the order they like the best. orientation, Division I athletics, Garnet In turn, the chapters will rank the girls and Gold Scholars and Student Governthey feel would fit into their house the ment. And for the women, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the Panbest. A Jetsons-like computer program will hellenic Associationâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the largest womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s then match the potential new members to organization FSU has to offer. the chapters. Panhellenic women pride themselves on Going from house to house to house to outstanding academics and an unmatchhouse can be a daunting, or just plain able sisterhood, with friendships lasting exhausting experience for a group of far beyond college life. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no coincidence, newcomers to Tallahassee (let alone, gasp, then, that there are innumerable statisriding solo). tics showing that women involved with But the rewards reaped from joining and sororities outmatch all others at FSU then being accepted into the Greek system academicallyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hardly something to will leave their unmistakable stamp on a snub your nose at. student for the rest of his or her lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;in For those looking for cultrally based the shape of big, Greek-alphabet letters. organizations, the MGC and NPHC promote Staying involved diversity and cohesion on campus, in adPart of the reason Greek life is such a dition to contributing philanthropically to positive force in the Tallahassee comFSU and the community. Al Buzzelli munity is because, well, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mandatory. Fraternities and ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ sororities are simply ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ relentless with their charity work and campus-wide philanthropies, from Alpha Chi Omegaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;ParTee,â&#x20AC;? which provides direct services to battered women and their children in Leon County and other neighboring areas, to Theta Chiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ ďż˝ďż˝ ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ annual â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cheers for Charityâ&#x20AC;? (which ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ raised over $10,000 ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ for the Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Benefit Network last year), to a massive â&#x20AC;&#x153;Christmas for the Kidsâ&#x20AC;? pizza party that packed the Pi Kappa Alpha house to the brim with canned goods and children from the local Boys 5IPNBTWJMMF 3PBE t and Girls Club. Men and women in a Ä&#x201C;Ç¨Ç¨Ç¨Ç¨Ĺ&#x2013;Ć&#x2022;Ć?ĂťĆ?Ç¨ VisitorView 2011 | FSView & Florida Flambeau | 23

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State as a student is that exploration,” said Myrick. “I think living on campus becomes that exploration of self. I think that a lot of students really define who they are during their years in college. A lot of that starts in the halls; a lot of that starts when you find yourself interacting with people who are very much like you and who are very different from you.” University Housing is divided into westside and east-side residence halls. Those halls are then further divided into complexes. For example, DeGraff is a complex of two buildings that house 700 residents. Broward-Landis-Gilchrist (BLG) is a complex of three buildings that house 767 students. Some buildings are large enough to be their own complex—like Kellum, Smith and Salley. There are three distinct styles of residence hall living at FSU: suite-style, community-style and apartment-style. Housing supplies all residents with a twinsized bed, a desk, desk chair, dresser and closet. Suite style is defined as two usually double-occupancy rooms connected by a bathroom. In essence, there are four to six students who share a bathroom. These halls do not employ anyone to clean the residents’ bathrooms, leaving that responsibility to the residents. Suite-style halls are: Broward, Landis, Gilchrist, Bryan,

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Editor’s note: writer Turner Cowles is currently a resident assistant (RA), employed by University Housing. He has lived on campus for his entire career at Florida State University, employed as an RA for two of them. iving on campus is part of the traditional college experience— as such, most freshmen choose to live on campus for at least one of their four years at college. Adrienne Frame is the current director for University Housing, recently taking over for Rita Moser, who retired on July 15. “Living on campus is one of the quintessential, pivotal experiences of college life, I think,” said Frame. Frame believes that students who live on campus have a more successful academic career. “Research data demonstrates that students who live on-campus do better academically,” Frame said. “We have the ability to help students get connected with campus resources effectively, to meet people, to make meaningful connections here outside of the classroom. I think we provide an excellent transition environment for incoming students in particular.” University Housing distinguishes between a dormitory and a residence hall. “Dorm stands for Dirty, Old, Run-down and Musty,” said Frame. “We don’t have any of those. We have laboratories for out-of-classroom learning called residence halls.” Incoming Associate Director of University Housing, Chandra Myrick, thinks living on campus is a “complement to the educational experience.” “We talk about part of being at Florida

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Reynolds, Jennie-Murphree, Wildwood One, Salley, Cawthon and DeGraff halls. Community-style dorms entail one floor or half-dorm hallway sharing a bathroom. Okay, that’s not quite as awful as it sounds—these bathrooms are cleaned daily by the hall’s custodial staff. There are multiple shower and toilet stalls in these restrooms, ensuring residents will rarely have to wait to shower or use the restroom. Community-style halls are: Dorman, Deviney, Kellum and Smith. Apartment style is the least-offered style of housing on FSU’s campus. Ragans Hall and, opening soon, Wildwood Hall Phase 2, are the only apartment style halls on campus. They offer four smaller-thanaverage bedrooms, two restrooms, a living area and a fully stocked kitchen. McCollum and Rogers Halls are hybrid versions of apartment living. Rogers hall offers a one-bedroom apartment, allowing for two occupants, and McCollum Hall stars townhouse-style apartments, for the more whimsical. Turner Cowles

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estled in the Panhandle, Florida’s capital city is among the most biologically diverse regions in the United States, and is home to an abundance of natural wonders, providing locals and visitors with a number of outdoor recreational activities. Whether it’s by About the author land or by springs, there is plenty to do and see in Tallahassee. Florida State University Reservation Located on Lake BradRenee Rodriguez ford, The Rez, as it is is an assistant editor at the FSView colloquially known, is and a senior FSU’s very own recrestudying editing, writing and media. ational playground. Home to a 73-acre facility, 10 acres of which are open and active for students, The Rez offers a number of activities free for all students with valid ID, including swimming, kayaking, sailing or canoeing—all guaranteed to entertain. For folks who prefer dry land (which I’m thinking would be near-impossible in the summertime), The Rez also features sand volleyball courts, two rock-climbing walls, nine holes of disc golf, picnic areas and biking/hiking trails. While it’s not too far from campus, FSU offers a free shuttle service to and from The Rez for those without transportation. Maclay Gardens Located on over 1,100 acres, The Alfred B. Maclay State Gardens is a cherished state park, botanical garden and historic site. Home to over 200 varieties of flowers, Maclay Gardens is a beautiful location for locals and visitors alike to enjoy as it includes several ponds, seating areas and pathways amongst the flowers which peak from January through April. Maclay is also home to a number of recreational activities, as it includes biking/hiking trails, kayaking and canoeing as well as a desig26 | FSView & Florida Flambeau | VisitorView 2011

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nated swimming area in the park’s lake. And, plus, it’s a perfect date spot if you’re feeling too lazy to do all that tedious romancing on your own. Tom Brown Park Located on the east side off Capital Circle, Tom Brown Park is a 255-acre recreational park that houses a number of nature trails, picnic areas, numerous baseball fields, tennis courts, disc golf areas as well as a BMX track. For guests with pets, Tom Brown Park has a designated dog area for small and large dogs to enjoy. Whether you’re here to stay or just here for State Capitol: Visit (or hold a pro- the weekend, Tom test at, if that’s your Brown Park is an thing) the Florida ideal place to enjoy State Capitol builda sunny afternoon. ing on Monroe Wakulla Springs Street and ApState Park palachee Parkway, A day-trip staple open to the public 9 for Tallahassee a.m. to 5 p.m. Monresidents, Wakulla day through Friday Springs is home to one of the world’s largest and deepest freshwater springs and is treasured for its scenic views and vast recreational opportunities. Though most guests tend to frequent Wakulla to enjoy the diving platform and jumping/ swimming/snorkeling sessions, the park also offers several other activities for guests to partake in. For wildlife admirers, the park offers a ranger-led river boat tour, a three-mile trip. Every now and

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then, even a big, ugly manatee will make an appearance. Wakulla is also home to several hiking/nature trails and picnic areas to take advantage of. Fun fact: Wakulla Springs served as the filming location for the 1954 monster-movie classic, Creature from the Black Lagoon. The more you know, or whatever. Bear Paw Though it’s the furthest must-see locale, visiting Bear Paw is almost a requirement if you’re in the Tallahassee area. Upon arrival, visitors are first directed to a designated parking area and are then driven up to the top of the river via shuttle in order to float down the river. For a mere $15, guests are able to take an hours-long trip downstream via a tube, while soaking up the sun and relaxing fellow guests. Specialty tubes as well as canoes and kayaks are also available with prices ranging from $15-$50. Located in Marianna, Bear Paw is somewhat of a drive, but totally worth it. (Bring some beers.)

tally at large Our pet peeve: People saying that there’s nothing to do in Tallahassee

Way more than just ‘7 Days’

hink of the term “7 Days” as a local metaphor for the celebration of all things artsy. 7 Days of Opening Nights, FSU’s very own performing-arts festival, takes place much longer than its title suggests, with the bulk of events typically taking place in February, and others scattered throughout the year. The now-Tallahassee staple was conceived in 1999 as a sevenday parade of arts, but since then, the festival has broadened its horizons, but the distinctive nickname stuck. Showcasing FSU’s commitment to the

arts, an array of performances by both students and superstars in the areas of music, dance, visual arts, literature, theatre and film take the student body and the community under the school’s creative wing. This past year, the festival was brought back to the Ruby Diamond Auditorium, which received a $35 million makeover, restoring its Harry Potter-like grandeur. The new space welcomed names like bluesy jazzman legend B.B. King, Bill Cosby, David Sedaris, Anthony Bourdain, Ira Glass, Kronos Quartet and The Acting Company, co-founded by Kevin Kline, to its

stage. Other venues participated, as well, including—in the 2010-11 season alone— the FSU Student Life Cinema for a silent film presentation; the FSU Museum of Fine Arts for an installation by the school’s own Jim Roch; The Moon played host to singersongwriter-harpist (and ultimate indieboy crush) Joanna Newsom; and FAMU’s Lee Hall Auditorium featured an particularly exciting appearance by famed tap prodigy Savion Glover. Point being, if you only have seven days to go see a show, find some more and attend 7 Days of Opening Nights. Jessica Militare

Clear your schedule this weekend—Tallahassee has you booked solid

on’t think we’re squares just because we’re the epicenter of all things political in Florida. Tallahassee possess an honestly relentless artistic atmosphere that hosts a whole feast of events for one who appreciates culture, art and community. With something for everyone, these staples make Tally the town we love, where everybody knows your name, et cetera. At the city’s core, downtown boasts its own tradition. Held on Friday evenings, Downtown Getdown is stacked with live performances, food vendors and afterparties for just about everything that happens in Tallahassee; whether it be an exciting home game (I know—that’s a little redundant) or the coming of spring, the jamboree commemorates all exciting events to come. If your Downtown Getdown hangover isn’t too nasty, “Spend Your Saturday Downtown” is the motto of another mainstay, the Downtown Marketplace. Open every Saturday in March through November from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m., the market is home to all things fresh, homegrown, organic and—above all—local. Neighborhood artists and musicians showcase their talents while patrons span creative nooks with an array of items and produce for sale. Inner foodies, unite! Every Thursday and Friday night, the mass of food trucks spotted around town that we wish could

all be consumed all at once assemble in getting a close look at the work of the FSU one of the most nondescript parks in BFA art majors, whose personal studios town—a flat patch of land on Tharpe hold their pieces, the spaces representing Street next to the Burger King across from an art form of their own. Jessica Militare the Lake Ella Publix. Although the park seems unmatched to the traditional green, the wafting smells of Philippine, Key West seafood (Mmm...Cuzzy’s Key West Seafood Shack) and Cuban cuisine, to name a few, lead the way to taste-bud victory. On the first Friday of each month, artisans and their enthusiasts convene for the cause of artistic expression. The “First Friday Gallery Hop,” Like us on facebook for monthly coupons @GarnetandGold held in Railroad Square, is a cherished gathering for all ages. Almost all the unique galleries are open for public viewGOVERNOR’S SQUARE STADIUM STORE ing, while live, local Lower level Dillard’s Wing 1001 W. Pensacola St. (2 blocks East of the Stadium) music links the com850-942-ACC1 850-222-1FSU munity with soothVILLAGE COMMONS ing sounds. A sure Thomasville Rd. near I-10 and Fresh Market gem of the night is

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home to more artists-per-capita than any other location in Florida. Among its art-oriented venues are a number of studios, including the 621 Gallery, a not-for-profit art exhibition that hosts viewing and interactive events throughout the year, as well as the Artisans Studio, which showcases black light installations, some of which are created in front of an audience during First Friday events, allowing audience members to participate in the painting process. A monthly event, the First Friday tradition is dedicated to honor and celebrate local art with the Tallahassee community and attracts over 4,000 people each month. During the, well, first Friday of every month, all the galleries and shops within the Square open their doors for guests to come through while an array of local musicians provide the evening’s live music. First Fridays also involve performances by the Mickee Faust Clubhouse Theatre and includes plenty of food for sale. Another event sponsored by the Square is Fall

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ocated between Florida State University and Florida A&M University, Railroad Square Art Park is a Tallahassee staple, known for its eclectic variety of shops, eateries and galleries. Home to over 60 venues, including art studios, an off-beat community theatre, a vintage warehouse, a vinyl record shop, a rock gym, the FSU Bachelor of Fine Arts Warehouse, as well as events such as the annual Fall Fever and monthly First Fridays, the Square is a nice alternative to the club and party scene as it has a number of activities for everyone—young and not-so-young—to enjoy. Once a lumber yard-turned-industrial park owned by the Boynton family, the Square later transformed into a sanctuary specifically dedicated to the arts by the Boynton’s daughter, Nan, an avid art lover, during the ’70s. In time, she replaced industrial shops with studio spaces for local artists and the Square was born. Containing over 100,000 square feet of commercial space, the Square is currently

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Fever, which aims to gather hundreds of artists of all ages to create art, paint and sculpt simultaneously while also enjoying food and music. Among the other venues cherished by locals are The Other Side Vintage, a large warehouse filled with vintage furniture, clothing, jewelry, art and collectibles, among other knick-knacks, and LP’s Music & More, a locally-owned vinyl store housing the city’s largest vinyl collection. With over 60 venues, the Square is essentially a gathering hole for the Tallahassee community to come together with guests of all ages to enjoy creative endeavors and live music while sharing common ideas, making this art park—if you’ll pardon the awful pun—anything but square. (Ugh.) Renee Rodriguez

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Tally has the munchies 24/7

nce you get past the academics, the activities and the housing, you can finally focus on what’s most important in life: food. Lots and lots of food. At FSU, there’s no shortage of delicious calories just waiting on pins-and-needles to give you acid reflux. About the author On-campus alone, there are three dining halls; an Einstein Bros. Bagels; a Chili’s; three(!) Starbucks; a Quiznos; a Papa John’s; a Pollo Tropical; a Eric Jaffe is a Denny’s All Nighter for writer for the FSView and a the insomniacs; mulsophomore in tiple Mom & Pop’s hot the Film School at FSU. dog stands; and much, much more. Avoiding the Freshman 15 isn’t easy, but hey, it’s part of the college experience—indulge. Off campus, a plethora of delicious options are also available. With more popular chains than a mainstream hiphop video and an ever-growing list of local favorites, Tallahassee is a hotspot for all things edible—sometimes it seems like restaurants are the only places that can consistently stay in business in Tallahassee. It doesn’t matter how picky you are, what kind of diet you may be on, or what kind of allergies you may be susceptible to; you’re bound to find at least one place in the area that you absolutely cannot live without. All Florida State University housing comes prepared with small cooking facilities available for student use. Refrigerators are also provided, while microwaves are highly recommended. Between a nearby Publix (not to mention Sublix, and Chublix) and two not-so-conveniently placed Super Wal-Marts, food shopping in Tallahassee couldn’t be much easier. An on-campus Trading Post convenience store and a bordering Circle K are also popular destinations for some quick, cheap snacking. Concerned that you might end up being too busy to leave the dorm room? Well, Tallahassee has a solution (but not one to cure laziness). At www.capitalcityfood.

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com, you can order from a wide variety of restaurants and have a capable driver deliver your food directly to your home for a small fee. If you’re—gasp—too busy to get to the door, well, that’s what roommates are for.

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tally at large Favorite jukeboxes in town: Leon Pub (old school points), Poor Paul’s, St. Mike’s, AJ’s

Finding your way after dark

ome to two state universities and a community college, there’s no doubt that Tallahassee has a vibrant nightlife—I mean, duh. Whether you’re here for a night, for the weekend or longer, here’s a rundown on what Tallahassee has to offer once the sun goes down. In other words, allow us to be your own personal Stefon from SNL’s “Weekend Update.” The Tennessee Strip Colloquially known as “The Strip,” this line of bars/clubs is convenient for freshmen, as it is located right by the campus dorms and houses several hotspots in one area. Among the clubs and bars located here are the ever-popular Floyd’s Music Store, which serves as both a music venue for various artists playing in the area and an oonce-oonce dance club, as well as Lower Lounge, Red Rocks, In-Between, Ken’s Tavern, Yianni’s, The Irish Pub and Poor Paul’s Pourhouse. Bullwinkle’s Saloon Chances are, you already know too much about Bullwinkle’s, even if you’ve never set foot anywhere near its saloon-style front doors. Though it’s technically located on The Strip, Bull’s is exclusively open for guests 21 and up, thus making it a traditional rite of passage for locals once they turn 21 (well, no cover is no cover). Bullwinkle’s also offers a signature Thirsty Moose Club Membership, which waives cover charges for regular visitors and provides special deals on certain nights. If you need any more convincing, Bullwinkle’s winds up on just about every list Playboy does on the best college bars in the nation. Bajas Beachclub, Rokbar and 20/20 Located next-door to each other, these three clubs are popular hotspots for locals, each offering a different vibe for different crowds. Though Bajas and Rokbar technically occupy one venue, there is an entirely different feel in both clubs. Because of its size, 20/20 is suitable for major performers who come through Tallahassee. This year alone, 20/20 has played garnered enormous crowds while playing host to Skrillex, Steve Aoki, Diplo and 30 | FSView & Florida Flambeau | VisitorView 2011

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Benny Benassi. Translation: the biggest DJs in the entire world right now. Level 8 Lounge Located atop Hotel Duval, Level 8 is an upscale rooftop lounge with a full bar featuring open-air and enclosed areas—both of which offer stunning, panoramic views of the Capital City. The keyword here is “swanky.” Proof Open to the 21-and-over crowd, Proof is a modern bar with a relaxing, inviting

environment. With plenty of comfy seating, candles throughout, a full bar and a large screen available for sporting events, Proof has a less party-mode vibe and is more suitable for a laidback gathering for friends to chatter amongst each other. Fermentation Lounge Unlike most bars, Fermentation is neither popular for getting plastered nor for sports fans wanting to sip a beer and watch a game. Depending on who you interact with, Ferm is either “the spot” amongst a group of friends or a barely known bar. If you are, in fact, unfamiliar with this intimate, enchanting dive bar, I’d suggest you familiarize yourself with it— and fast. Whether or not the regulars will appreciate this (everyone hates it when things get “popular”), it’s certainly special enough to check out. Paradigm Doubling as an urban restaurant in the day and an ultra-lounge at night, Paradigm is a popular nightlife spot located in Downtown Tallahassee, perfect for a nice cocktail or a fun group outing. Their happy hour specials on Friday evenings also draw a large crowd. St. Michael’s Pub Located on Gaines Street, St. Mike’s is certainly more popular amongst the artsy crowd, but that shouldn’t deter any and all stripes from checking it out. In fact, unlike some, very nameless places in town, St. Mike’s doesn’t have an overtly pretentious vibe; it’s simply a nicely dive-y alternative to the regular bars in town. If you enjoy live music, you’re in luck—St. Mike’s regularly hosts local bands, as well as a badass jukebox that has had, funnily enough, every instance of the word “hip-hop” removed from its database. The Midtown Filling Station Located in the Midtown Area, the Filling Station is a popular spot amongst locals as it’s connected to several very Midtown-y Midtown venues (you’ll figure out what I mean when you get there, allowing for guests from each place to interact and be merry). With its inviting atmosphere, full bar and cool décor, the Filling Station hardly disappoints. Renee Rodriguez

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