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April 28, 2015
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College of Aeronautics takes over, downsizes FIT Aviation Rebekah Duntz Editor-in-Chief After allegedly suffering a nearly $2 million profit loss last year, the College of Aeronautics has taken over FIT Aviation. In late February, seven middle-management positions were cut, and a no-fly weekend was declared for the weekend of Feb. 28 where planes were not authorized to fly so that FIT Aviation employees could adjust, according to an email sent out to its employees. Victoria Dunbar, the division director for College of Aeronautics and deputy executive director at the flightline, confirmed that FIT Aviation suffered a substantial loss last year, close to $2 million, and the college is working on implementing strategies to help the business stay afloat. FIT Aviation remains a forprofit, limited liability company. “The main ways that we’re cutting costs is on salaries, selling fuel for less, and promoting out-
side maintenance,” Dunbar said. FIT Aviation flight instructors were given a choice: to stay and be demoted to hourly pay, taking a pay cut, or to quit their jobs.. Three of the seven affected employees chose to quit. “I think it was a necessary evil,” Shannon Ferry, the chief instructor at FIT Aviation, said of the layoffs. “Especially when you don’t have the customer base.” FIT Aviation also sells fuel for profit and has reduced its price this year, hoping to draw in more customers. FIT Aviation also performs routine maintenance to anyone that needs it done, like oil changes and plane checks. Flight students have noticed a shift this semester, and many also expressed irritation on Yik Yak in March during the no-fly weekend. “Flight training has been the same, besides a few of the costs have gone down,” said student pilot Gabriel Hall. “And I’ve seen some people get the option to either stay or leave.” Hall said he hasn’t seen any changes that have affected his
The cockpit of the Piper Archer at the Buehler Building.
coursework. The university made these changes in order to remain compliant with Southern Association of Colleges and Schools accreditation requirements, as well as the severe profit loss last year.
college also wanted more control over training aspects of the program, mainly to get the course education and flight training more in line with each other. “We’ve talked about really trying to get the classes that are
“The main ways that we’re cutting costs is on salaries, selling fuel for less, and promoting outside maintenance,” Dunbar said. Ferry said SACS requires that the dean of College of Aeronautics must oversee FIT Aviation practices to ensure the students receive quality education and training. In the past, the college’s deans have overseen FIT Aviation. But last year, Korhan Oyman, the dean of College of Aeronautics, was not in charge of FIT Aviation oversight. The College of Aeronautics took over daily flight operations at FIT Aviation on Oct. 1, and then European Agency Safety Agency and Airline training shortly after, while also making changes to the curriculum. According to the email sent out to FIT Aviation employees, the college “quickly made some changes to increase safety and oversight.” “It’s supposed to be seamless,” said Dunbar, describing the merger. “We’re kind of streamlining it.” According to Dunbar, the
taught on campus in line with what we’re teaching at Flightline,” Ferry said. “There’s a little bit of some gaps there.” The number of students pursuing flight has decreased, giving more reason for layoffs and pay cuts.
“Right now we have less than 200 students, where we used to have about 500 students,” Dunbar said of recent years. The College of Aeronautics holds the smallest campus enrollment at 8.42 percent, according to the university’s website. “Definitely, morale needs a boost,” Ferry said. “So we are trying different things, like a barbecue next week as a department thing, to try to help and have fun. To say hey, we appreciate you.” Ferry said she feels like the move was a good idea and that the change has mainly improved communication among students, faculty and flight instructors, pointing out that there were too many middlemen before. “We’re working on morale,” said Ferry. “It’s so important to come together and remember that we’re a unity and we are one.” v
Breakdown from FIT’s website. Additional reporting done by Niket Ghelani for this story.
Women’s soccer coach Fidgi Haig coach dies at 47 Andrew Shipotofsky Staff Writer Fidgi Haig died from natural causes on April 16. He was 47. This is the second loss in the athletic department in the past six months after Alex Brack’s death last November. Haig suffered a heart attack and had been in a coma. He leaves behind three children, a wife and thousands of former players that he coached through the years. A visitation on April 20 was held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., and a service was celebrated on April 21 at 11 a.m. at the Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church in Indialantic. Students received an email from Athletic Director William Jurgens on April 16 informing the Florida Tech community of Haig’s death. “Like many, I have lost a
dear friend,” Jurgens said in the email. “Fidgi had a tremendous impact on our women’s soccer program, university and the entire community. He has left a rich legacy that will be evident for many years to come. He always put the university first and his love for being here could be seen on a daily basis.” President Anthony Catanese also said a few words. “The magnitude of Coach Fidgi Haig’s positive impact on this university and this community cannot be calculated,” Catanese said. “An outstanding coach, mentor and friend to so many, he will be deeply missed. We grieve with his family during this difficult time. His loss leaves us saddened, yet grateful that we were able to count Fidgi a member of the Florida Tech family for so many years.” Haig coached at Florida Tech for the last 10 seasons. He
recorded over 97 wins as head coach. Haig is also a former student-athlete at Florida Tech and was on the 1988 Men’s Soccer National Championship team. In the Championship, he scored winning the goal as a forward. Haig not only coached at Florida Tech, but also was on staff for Florida’s Olympic Development Team and coached two Space Coast United teams. He’s also currently ranked fourth in the nation in all-time high school wins. “Who I am today and what I have done as a player, coach and person is due to Fidgi’s impact in my life,” said Viera High girls’ soccer coach Courtney BainesLundy. Baines-Lundy is also a former player for Haig. “I carry his lessons with me and have and always will pass them on to those around me,” Baines-Lundy said. “We are with heavy hearts
today as we’ve lost a true leader for the sport of soccer,” said Phil Rawlins, Orlando City Soccer Club’s founder and president. “Fidgi’s impact on the game is one that goes far beyond wins and losses. His legacy and contribution to the sport will carry on for many years to come. Orlando City SC offers its sincerest condolences to the Haig family during this time.” Many current Florida Tech women’s soccer players took to social media to express their sorrow for the loss of their coach. Many expressed that Haig was a father figure to them and will be greatly missed. Dustin Smith, Haig’s assistant coach for the past five seasons, will become the soccer program’s interim head coach.
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Letter from the Editor Rebekah Duntz Editor-in-Chief This is the last print issue of the semester, and it’s sad to have to take a break from it this summer. To anyone that has supported the Crimson this year by picking up a copy, sharing and liking our posts on social media or giving feedback and criticism — the staff and I would like to thank you. Without our readers, this paper wouldn’t be possible. We’ve covered everything from lockdowns and SGA meetings to campus wifi and the saddening deaths that we have all experienced as a community. We’ve
gotten to tell the stories of many amazing people on this campus. And this isn’t always easy. Being a member of the student paper is hard work. I ask people to come up with story ideas, to go out and interview strangers and to write journalistically accurate news stories. Our stories get torn apart and edited during layout and critiqued at meetings. And we do all of this on top of classes and other obligations with other organizations and sports. So for all the new Crimson members that have joined this year, I can’t thank you enough for doing great student journalism. I am
proud of the effort you have put in to contributing to the paper and growing your skills. I appreciate every single one of you! I hope to see you all next year. The section editors, Alex Coultrup and Ebube Ubochi, have suffered 12-hour layout meetings with me every other Sunday, even if half of the time was spent messing around. Alex has been an amazing voice for the Crimson all year, and she’s helped me so much with this paper. Ashley Montion has been an immense help in forming our voice on campus and growing the social media pages.
Tyler Richardson, the business manager, has done a great job making this paper bring in money so the staff can do extra things, like buy kiosks and attend conferences. Dr. Petersen, our adviser, has always helped the Crimson find its voice, and he has a strong dedication to showing us what’s right and wrong with our work. I’m glad that he has our back in whatever we choose to print. It’s been an honor to be the editor-in-chief this year. I totally love journalism, and I know this paper is necessary to the student body. If anyone has any feedback
or criticism, I beg you — let me hear it. The Crimson’s mission is to be the student voice and to tell you truthfully what’s going on around campus, and my mission is to improve this paper as much as I can, because I love it. Next year, we’ll be improving our digital side and updating our website more frequently, as well as printing more issues. If you’re interested in joining the paper, please attend one of our meetings! We offer opportunities for payment at the end of the semester, and we always have free food at our meetings (which is a plus). v
CAPS PSA: Regrouping After the Semester Kendra Bartel CAPS Contributing Writer By the end of the semester, most college students are pretty worn out. You’ve probably endured midterms, finals, papers and projects. It’s also likely you’ve had multiple end-of-semester gatherings with friends, clubs or organizations. However, you may still be feeling stressed about final grades and those assignments you didn’t do too well on. So what can you do over break to regroup and relax? Keep in touch. Whether you’re staying in Melbourne or going home, make sure to keep in touch with the friends you’ve made or spend time with friends when you go home. Staying involved with people and enjoying yourself will keep your spirits high. It will also give you a much-needed break! Drink sensibly. While on break, you may find yourself wanting to let go and party. However, partying day and night is only going to make you tired. Drinking too much or staying up too late will make you feel physically sick and not well-rested, setting you back when it’s time to start the new semester. Do something you’re good at. After a hard semester, you may be feeling like you can’t do anything right. Sometimes schoolwork can make you feel like you are incompetent. That’s why over the break, it’s important you do things you’re good at and you enjoy! This will definitely make you feel better about yourself and remind you that you are doing great. Try something new. During the semester, life can get pretty routine. You do the same things every day, every week, and you have no time for anything else. Over the break, try something new! This could be something small
like viewing a new TV show, trying a different restaurant or something big like taking on a new hobby. Stay active. Sleeping every day, all day is only going to make you feel lethargic and tired. Too much sleep can actually keep you from being energized. It’s important you do your best to not only rest up, but also stay active. Regular activity can also boost your mood, which is important in regrouping and feeling better after a rough semester. Practice mindfulness. Mindfulness has been shown to reduce stress and increase well-being. During the semester, we are often busy focusing on the future, like when you will graduate, when those assignments are due, what’s due next week. Mindfulness is living in the here and now, and actively paying attention to the moment you are in. When you live mindfully, you are not allowing negative or distracting thoughts to enter your brain. Instead, you’re taking everything moment by moment and enjoying it. If you feel this semester has been especially hard on you and you feel like you need some extra help, don’t be afraid to ask for help by contacting Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)! To make an appointment, call 321-674-8050 or walk into the center, located next to the Holzer Health Center on the corner of Country Club Road and University Boulevard. You can also visit CAPS’ website at www.fit. edu/caps where you will find anonymous screenings, brochures and helpful links on a variety of college issues. CAPS is just one of many resources at Florida Tech that supports maintaining a happy and healthy you! v
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Student-athlete’s vehicle stolen outside Clemente Rebekah Duntz Editor-in-Chief Andrew Shipotofsky Staff Writer A car was reported stolen outside of the Clemente Center for Sports and Recreation. Rachel Tobin, a studentathlete on the women’s trackand-field team, reported to Melbourne police that her vehicle was stolen on April 19. Her car was stolen sometime between April 14 and April 19 in front of Clemente while Tobin was at a track meet. Tobin told police that when she arrived to school at about 11:45 p.m. that night, her car was missing. “I just got back from my three-day track meet and the car was gone,” Tobin said. She said she checked with Florida Tech Security first. “I spoke to security to see if it was towed since they had an event in Clemente over the weekend,” Tobin said. “I found out there are no security cameras out front of Clemente.” Tobin’s car is a gold, 4-door, 1999 Dodge St. Regis, and it’s been entered to the
National Crime Information Center, according to Kevin Graham, director of Security. The reporting officer saw no evidence of broken glass from forced entry. There are currently no suspects or further information, according to the MPD report. Tobin’s case is currently listed as suspended with MPD, and Graham has confirmed there are no suspects at this time. “It’s the first car that’s been stolen on campus in five years,” Graham said. According to Security’s 2013 campus crime statistics, there was only one reported vehicle theft during that year, which was a motorcycle. Other cases have been reported to Security this semester about valuables being stolen from inside cars on campus, according to Graham. Campus security has sent out emails encouraging people to lock their vehicles and put valuables in the trunks of their cars. Security also requested that people notify the office if anyone sees someone lurking around a vehicle. Informational fliers have also been posted around campus. v
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Lindsay Isaac Staff Writer What if you could shop to help change lives around the world? Serengetee is an emerging brand whose products allow supporters to do just that. The company, which was launched out of a dorm room in the spring of 2012, has donated over $100,000 to help fabric makers and grassroot causes around the world. The idea for Serengetee was developed by three college friends during a study abroad program, as they traveled from market to market, picking out authentic fabrics. In three steps, (1. find a fabric, 2. customize products, 3. wear the world), shoppers can develop a product that changes lives on a local
level, with 5 percent of every purchase being donated to the corresponding cause. Shoppers can even choose to customize jeans and headphones. Other customizable products include iphone cases, laptop cases, crew sweaters, baseball tees, pillows, backpacks, cardigans, crossbody bags, toiletry cases, beanies, headbands, long sleeve tees, bracelets, totes. headphones, hoodies, earrings and the list goes on. The founders of Serengetee, Jeff Steitz, Ryan Westberg, and Nate Holterman, released a statement on the company’s website explaining the mission behind the business. “We set out to create a new kind of clothing brand with a simple mission: to connect people to the globe through fabric while giving back to the communities that inspire our products,” the statement said. As the company has evolved, it still looks for passionate high school and college students to help spread the brand and mission. Florida Tech’s own, Jordan Ursch is a campus representative for Serengetee. “I decided to become a Serengetee rep because I really loved the whole idea of the company,” Ursch said. “All I did was follow them on Instagram and saw they posted information on campus reps, and it looked really cool and fun. So on a whim, I signed up and got the job!” Ursch described her experience with the brand to this point, “The company does a great job getting awareness of charities out to the customers and providing people with the satisfaction of giving back.” Every pattern they have is linked to a charity, and every time a product is ordered with the fabric, 5 percent is given back. “It’s a great company to be a part of,” Ursch said, “and I am very happy I have gotten the chance to represent the company and share their story with the FIT campus.” Visit www.serengetee.com for more information. v
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Student accepted into Columbia University
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Admissions to raise the bar starting next Fall Duke Richardson Contributing Writer Ebube Ubochi Sci/Tech Editor Alex Coultrup Campus Life Editor
Michelle Cunningham
Alex Coultrup Campus Life Editor Michelle Cunningham always aims high, and now she holds an acceptance letter to one of the most prestigious universities in the country. Cunningham, senior in the psychology department, was accepted to Columbia University’s Ph.D. program to study counselling psychology: mental health counseling. “The program is very centered on getting to know yourself and how being in touch with yourself can help you be in touch with other people,” Cunningham said. “I love that she reaches for the stars,” said Monica DeFelice, coordinator of Graduate Student Services. “Some people are kind of afraid to take that first step, but she’s like, ‘you know what, I’m just gonna go for it.’” In addition to her regular studies, Cunningham has worked in the office of Graduate Student Services with DeFelice for the past three years. “What we really like about Michelle is that she always has the most positive, upbeat personality,” said DeFelice. “She’s always just so motivated; her work ethic is fantastic.” DeFelice said she considers Cunningham to be organized, conscientious, and an excellent representation of the campus as a whole. “Even when she’s not in here, she’s always just out and about, getting involved or helping others.” Cunningham said she’s very interested in working in a field that allows her to pursue social justice, which is a major reason she chose to apply at Colombia. “What I think is wonderful about Michelle going into counselling is that she can bring that centered, known sense of self and help others,” said DeFelice. The professors leading Columbia’s program are researching issues important to Cunningham, especially Robert Carter, whose work pays close attention to African American women. “Four or five of the professors there had research focus that was on African American female selfinvolvement and LGBTQ community type issues,” she said. “This is my ultimate passion,” Cunningham said. “African american women and how we relate to each other and how colorism and sexism has really impacted our culture.” She hopes to use her education to make a difference in women becoming more in tune with themselves. “To understand that they can have a professional life, as well as like a social and romantic life,” she said. “I think it’s beautiful how he does a lot of research with African American women and how society has impacted who they believe they are.” The only other school Cunningham applied to was Northwestern University of Evanston, Illinois, which has a similar focus on social justice, she said. “But I really wanted to get into Columbia. That was it. That was the school for me,” she said. “And I got in, so I guess that was the place I needed to be.” One of Cunningham’s role models is Beyonce, which makes perfect sense, said DeFelice. “That makes you think fierce, like fierce and strong, and we need more of that.” v
This year at the Student Leader Luncheon, President Anthony Catanese announced that Florida Tech would be developing an admissions cap, effectively limiting the number of incoming students each semester. Florida Tech has not only met but exceeded its admission goals for the past four years, according to the Director of Undergraduate Admissions, Mike Perry. “The goal, set forth by the university strategic plan, was to have roughly 900 new students each fall, and we have been averaging between 950 and 980,” Perry said. This is intended to bring total enrollment to 3,500 students by 2023, said Gary Hamme, Associate Vice President of Enrollment Management. “We are ahead of schedule,” Hamm said. “At the fall semester, we had 3,600 undergraduate students, then another part of the strategic plan called for us to raise the academic profile of our entering students.” Hamm said this profile raise was carried out so that the 50th percentile of those under consideration would be within a range of 1100 to 1300 in the SAT. This steady growth has hardly gone unnoticed by students or staff however, and campus facilities have not been able to keep up with it. “We’ve always had admission goals for incoming students,” said Associate Director of Event Management for Undergraduate Admissions, Adrienne Stewart. “Any type of new cap would help to ensure that the current students have the best learning environment with regards to class size, lab access, and housing.” Although some may view steady growth as a good thing, others are excited by the possibility of slowing things down. “I think a cap would be a fantastic decision,” said sophomore Chris Pagan. “I chose Florida Tech because of the benefits that come with a small school. I think it’s very important to maintain them.”
With the admission cap, the university will have both a decline in the number of admitted students, and an increase in the university’s academic profile. “Just in what we did this year, basically enforcing a score of 980 as a minimum, we’ve already started the movement where we want to go,” Hamme said. Hamme revealed that an intended secondary effect of the profile increase is ultimately student retention. “If we are able to successfully improve the profile, we would like to think there would be some corresponding increase in retention,” he said. According to Perry, the academic profile of a university is mainly determined by first-time college freshmen. By examining each applicant more closely, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions will be able to better select new students based on who is likely to be most successful in their major of interest. “Admission is always based on the complete package,” said Associate Director of Events, Adrienne Stewart. “A combination of the classes you take in high school, GPA, SAT or ACT scores, class rank, letters of recommendation, and the essay are all taken into consideration.” Hamme adds however, that for fall of 2015, Admissions came to a standard ensuring that that would not admit any student that had an SAT of total math and verbal below a 980, or a composite ACT of 21. The standards will increase incrementally until the program is complete. “They are not radical, they are very measured steps to move us into what the university would like to have as its undergraduate profile,” Hamme said. “Remember that SAT’s and ACT’s are not really predictors,” Hamme continued. “They’re a one time snapshot comparing you taking the test on that date to somebody else taking the test on that date. The real predictor for us is coursework you’ve taken in high school and how you performed.” Florida Tech is unique in that students apply and are admitted to a specific academic program as freshmen. Rather than admitting anyone that applies simply because they meet the minimum requirements, the admissions team makes a point to take the total package into consideration so only students who will be able to succeed at the university will be admitted. “There is a better measurement for success if we can ensure that the incoming students are properly prepared when they start classes here,” said Stewart. v
Women’s seminar in Hartley focuses on health, wellness Lindsay Isaac Staff Writer On April 20, women of the Florida Tech community, students and faculty alike, were invited to attend a seminar led by Health First Gynecology Specialist, Ann Quesada ARNP-C, MSN. The seminar, which was held in the Hartley room, addressed common questions and concerns around women’s health. The presentation kicked off with a conversation about the new recommended age for pap smear and women’s health exams and then diverged into a discussion covering everything from STDs to seatbelts. During the hour-long seminar, Quesada emphasized the importance of exercise in maintaining peak health. “The most powerful antidepressant and the most effective tool for hormonal regulation is exercise,” Quesada said. Quesada, who has over 19 years of experience in the field of women’s health, explained that the common denominator between individuals displaying peak health is consistent, recurrent exercise. The health practitioner then presented a list of additional components critical to the achievement and maintenance of health: nutrition, sexual health, wear seat belts, limit alcohol intake, stress reduction, counseling and psychological services, a holistic approach. “You really are what you eat. It is important to remember, ‘Everything in moderation.’ Stay away from foods with no nutritional value,”
Quesada commented. The gynecology specialist followed her statement with a list of three food items both women and men should avoid due to lack of any nutritional value: doughnuts, french fries and movie theater popcorn. While still on the topic of nutrition and nutrient content, Quesada spoke to the importance of bone health. The health expert explained that the decline in estrogen production as women age leads to a reduction of bone mass. Until the age of about 35, women can still build bone strength and should make a conscious effort to do so through proper food choices. “You need to think about bone health now, and you need to be diligently taking in calcium. There is a big difference between food sources and supplements. Neither one can replace the other.” While Quesada pointed to food sources as the optimal way to meet the body’s nutrient needs, she did acknowledge the occasional necessity of supplements. Mushrooms, for example, are one of the only food sources with naturally occurring vitamin D, a nutrient required for calcium absorption. Hydration was also a topic of discussion during the Women’s Health Seminar. According to Quesada, “Women, especially, do not get enough fluid. Women walk around border-line dehydrated. Over time, women lose their thirst reflex and confuse that instinct with hunger.” The implications of this chronic dehydration can trigger overeating,
which may lead to other negative consequences for health. The takeaway, drink water. After Quesada reminded those present of the importance of hydration, the conversation shifted from nutrition to sexual health. Quesada could not overstate the importance of getting oneself and one’s sexual partner tested for sexually transmitted diseases, which have the potential to wipe-out a woman’s lifelong fertility. “Talk before action. If you are going to be comfortable enough to have sex with someone, you should be comfortable enough to have the STD talk. Simply ask, ‘When was the last time you got tested?’” Quesada also emphasized the importance of safe sex: “Always, always wear condoms. Protect yourself.” The presentation ended with a slide that outlined local resources for health promotion, evaluation, treatment, and information. The Holzer Health Center was listed as a local resource, along with the Brevard County Health Department, Planned Parenthood, Project Response (which offers free HIV Testing), The Women’s Center, select local gynecologists, and Pregnancy Resources Inc.. After answering a volley of questions regarding birth control, STDs, and diet, Quesada closed with a summary, “Get providers that you feel comfortable with. Be balanced. Stay hydrated.” If you have questions, the Health Center can be reached at 321-6748078. v
YEAR IN REVIEW According to Yik Yak
SPRING 2015 SENIOR OP-ED
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Opinion:
Seize your opportunities and take risks Hershlay Raymond Contributing Writer
My senior year is coming to an end, and it’s time to evaluate everything that has brought me to this point. Everything I’ve wanted to attain throughout my time as a collegiate is fast approaching their deadlines, and it’s time to be reflective and look back at my college career. I am an overthinker. I think about decisions I made a few minutes ago, and decisions I made a few years ago. I’m thinking about my decision to compose this column. The decisions we make in college will always be risky, but that’s what college is for. It’s all about seizing the opportunity. College is for taking risks. It’s difficult for me to refer to myself as a risk taker, but some most rewarding experiences of my life have come from a decision that began with me choosing not to doubt myself and diving headfirst into something new and unfamiliar. As underclassmen, we say yes to joining new clubs, and then as the school years pass, we become leaders in those clubs. I said yes to the Crimson. I walked into my first Crimson meeting about four years ago and it has molded me ever since. My news writing became eloquent
and I became a leader, all because I seized an opportunity. I said yes to story assignments as freshman. I agreed to become section editor as a sophomore. I tackled being editor-in-chief as a junior. All those decisions were risky. I could have failed. But I did not. Instead, I won awards. I wrote about students making a difference on campus, good and bad. I’ve had professors praise me in class for my work on the paper. I travelled to New Orleans and met student journalists from all over the country while eating cajun food. I got to visit the New York Times and learned from writers and editors. Of course there are negatives as well. I have spent many Saturday nights skipping parties to sit in a basement putting together a newspaper. I’ve been scolded by people I’ve interviewed. When taking on a big role, some parts will always be unpleasant. It’s a part of the job as a leader. But you come out stronger and smarter after it all. Florida Tech isn’t a university for people who are content with being followers, rather it’s a school that challenges you to take risks. Even if I could go back, I would still want to take those risks. v
College is for taking risks. - Hershlay Raymond
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Gadget Corner Joseph Stoltz Staff Writer
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We all know how many of the students at Florida Tech love skateboards, especially the people hit by them almost daily. So here’s a new gadget that you skateboarders will love, for this gadget is not only a skateboard, but it’s electric, and it’s not only an electric skateboard, but it only has one wheel. Given the name Onewheel for its one very big wheel (such a creative name), it’s exactly what I said before, an electric skateboard. But it happens to have the ability of reaching a top speed of up to 12 mph while also being able to reach a max range of 6 miles. The newest model pushes those numbers to 14 mph and a max range of 8 miles. But what makes this gadget unique, other than the obvious single wheel, Cnet stated that it has built in gyro and accelerometer sensors that enable the board to stay in tune with the motions of your body, thus preventing you from falling; think of it being like a Segway skateboard. Concerning the charging factor, the newest model has a this awesome sounding thing called “ultracharger” that allows for Onewheel to be fully charged in 20 minutes, but to be frank, it must be an ultracharger since the original model took two whole hours for a full charge. If you’re not already a skateboarder, you’ll be happy to know that supposedly Onewheel actually has a much shorter learning curve when compared to regular skateboarding; one would hope that be true since the board is supposed to be self-balancing and features quite a large wheel. However, for veteran skateboarders, you may actually have mixed feelings about riding one of these gadgets, as Cnet does claim that riding Onewheel has a sensation similar to that of surfing and snowboarding rather than the usual skateboarding sensation. Now here comes the sad part for those of you would like to buy your own Onewheel. Since Onewheel is relatively fresh coming out of its kick starter phase, it’s still running a steep price, as currently one unit is $1,499, and that’s not including the shipping. For the mainland states, it’s only an extra $50, the other two states will be charged $100, and the rest of the world gets charged a whole extra $300. It remains to be unseen whether or not the price of Onewheel will go down over time, but its creators are improving it continually and have an overwhelming demand for their product, so over time it doesn’t seem unreasonable to find an older model for a much more affordable price.
SPORTS the Florida tech crimson
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No. 13 Panthers come up short versus No. 9 Spartans 11-8 Press Release Florida Tech Athletics TAMPA, Fla. (Men’s Lacrosse) – Florida Tech (12-4) fell to Tampa (15-2) in the Sunshine State Conference Championship game 11-8 on Sunday at Naimoli Stadium in Tampa, Florida. The loss ends the Panthers’ best season in program history. It was an amazing turnaround for FIT after going 3-9 during the 2014 campaign. Seniors Andrew Conley and Zach Wynne led Florida Tech with one goal and two assists each.
Junior Jason Terry and sophomore Ben Abell finished with two goals apiece. Senior Eric Biller finished with 14 saves for the Panthers and sophomore Travis Wunder won 12of-18 faceoffs. Tampa opened the scoring with two man up goals by Zak Goldbach and Matt Bilak to jump ahead 2-0 with 9:51 left in the first quarter. Abell scored less than a minute later to bring the Panthers to within one, but Bobby Calhoun fired in a shot, sparking a 4-0 run by the Spartans to take a 6-1 lead with 3:31 remaining in the quarter. Wynne found sophomore Charlie Morrisette open on the crease with
one second left to make it a 6-2 game heading into the second quarter. The Panthers scored three of the first four goals to start the second period, decreasing the Spartans’ advantage to just two. Tampa answered with a four goal run over the final 6:46 of the quarter to head into halftime with the lead 11-6. FIT got on the scoreboard first in the third quarter off a great individual effort by Conley. Wynne scored off a deflected pass to make the score 11-7 with 10:43 remaining in the quarter. Conley
then found Terry open at the top of the box for a man up, decreasing the Panthers’ deficit to just three. Neither team tallied a goal the final 23:44 of the game. The win gives the Spartans their second straight SSC Championship. Florida Tech out shot Tampa 54-41 in the game and both teams collected 29 ground balls. v
2015 All-SSC Men’s Lacrosse Tournament Team Eric Biller, Florida Tech Austin Jerhoff, Lynn Carson Buell, Rollins Luke Posner, Tampa Andrew Conley, Florida Tech Jake Schmidt, Tampa AJ Arnold, Tampa Mike Morris, Tampa Ben Abell, Florida Tech Travis Wunder, Florida Tech Conor Whipple, Tampa (Most Valuable Player)