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Destination Beauty

A Media Outlet to Display Beauty

wo decades ago, the Internet was a brand new outlet for media. At that time, no one really thought about all the ways in which they could utilize this innovative technology to showcase beauty ideas. Skincare brands and make-up companies no longer limit their marketing to television and radio commercials, magazine and newspaper ads, or internet pop ups. With the uprising of new media, make-up and skincare companies are using different ways to inform people about their newest products. Mediums such as blogs, podcasts, and social media such as Facebook, Twitter, MySpace, YouTube, and online magazines are all used to advertise beauty products. Regardless of the huge variety of media outlets for companies to choose from when promoting their products, the most popular is YouTube. Video has become the simplest and most proficient way to increase consumerism of a product. YouTube in particular makes it easy for its users to respond with opinions on the videos, which is not only helpful to the authors of the video, but can also be used as a resource for companies seeking consumer feedback. One company in particular that utilizes YouTube is L’Oreal Paris, known as “destinationbeauty” on the website.

By: Amber Gober

Destination Beauty has been a member of YouTube since January 2008. With 5,293 subscribers and 663,723 channel views, L’Oreal Paris provides an effective way to connect with their customers without the help of the lady at the makeup counter. Each week, their videos offer new ways to achieve “the hottest look.” Another make-up brand that subscribes to YouTube is Clinique. They have been a member since October 2005 with 4,010 subscribers. What differentiates Clinique from Destination Beauty is that they have real customers give “inside reviews” of their products, such as Almost Powder and Quick

Blush. Clinique also shows videos from their “Fresh Faces Tour” at universities around the nation. The Clinique YouTube page contains links to six different countries where you can see their videos of reviews

and instructions on how to use the products. Along with those links, users can also click links to view the products on their website, making purchasing more convenient. Clinique and L’Oreal Paris are gaining a bigger audience and providing accessible ways to learn more about or buy their products. With the advancement of new media we can easily learn about all of these types of beauty and experiment with different styles. We will continue to be informed about beauty through new media in the form of video messages, blogs, social media and even cell phone applications. New media continues to provide evidence that it is the most efficient way to educate and expose people to new ideas and products in every aspect of life. Without question, it will continue to broaden its reach as technology progresses.

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eap big woman, you make a bad boy out of me...fat bottom girls you make the rockin’ world go round.” If only the rest of our culture could embrace this idea from the rock group Queen. Unfortunately, society does not, making it extremely hard for overweight girls to feel beautiful in a country it is actually possible to buy a pair of double zero jeans. This is a country where every A-list actress seems to have flawless skin and an even more flawless physique. In comparison to men, women often hold themselves to a much higher standard concerning their weight. When male UGA students were asked whether or not they consider weight an issue when dating a woman, 99 percent answered no. The students said they looked for a confident and health-conscious woman, but had no qualms with curves. Men instinctively seek out women that they believe can bear children. I have a friend who, eight months ago, started dating a girl who was a size two. Since then she has gained around 20 pounds. This weight gain has gone unnoticed by both of them. She is happy with her new curves, and so is my friend. When you love yourself, you will attract and be attracted to someone who loves you unconditionally. Unfortunately, some of today’s fashions push women away from positive body images and toward extreme diets. Before the 1960s, the average model was 5’7’‘and 129 pounds. When young model Twiggy hit the scene, she made the ultra-thin model popular. The trend has continued, and now young girls often admire stick-thin models who parade down the runway to show off the latest fashions. This causes extreme behaviors, such as yo-yo dieting, Anorexia, and even

By: Sarah Dillon

drastic surgeries like gastric bypass. Most of us realize the seriousness of Anorexia, but the images that the fashion world generates are skewing young girls’ perspective on what is beautiful. They go to such great lengths as to starve themselves so that they can look like Rachel Zoe, Nicole Richie, Tori Spelling, or Mary-Kate Olsen. There is a sub-culture movement in the United States that worships Anorexia. Members of this select group worship their disease, calling it “Ana.” This “thin-spirational” movement consists of various websites and blogs where mostly young girls teach others how to lose weight by starvation. Jodee, the creator of Pro-thinspo. com, advises her readers to “pinch all your fat if you want to eat and see how disgusting it is and then you’ll think that if you eat you’ll just add more to it and you don’t want that.” She tells them to “eat on a blue or black plate. Dark colors usually make you feel fuller, faster. Better yet, eat on small dark plates.” Other idolized celebrities such as Janet Jackson, Oprah, and Jennifer Love-Hewitt have struggled with yo-yo dieting. After struggling with their weight for years, Oprah and Janet Jackson both stated that they have finally reached a point in their lives where they are happy with their bodies. Jennifer Love-Hewitt, however, admitted in an interview with People that she still feels guilty after eating something unhealthy

Unfortunately, some of today’s fashions push women away from positive body images and toward extreme diets.

and won’t stop feeling guilty until she gets on her treadmill. When all other weight-loss methods seem to have been exhausted, some see surgery as a final option to be healthy. However, many choose surgery simply because of the pressure to achieve the standard of beauty. These surgeries aren’t always successful. Lap banding is a procedure in which an adjustable silicone band is placed around the top portion of the patient’s stomach. It is intended to restrict food intake, but many patients suffer from “soft calorie” syndrome and “addiction transfer” after surgery. The New York Times writes that often patients stray from their diet and consume semi-liquid forms of their favorite junk foods, like Mars bars and McDonald’s meals. According to msnbc.com, surgeries in this country are most popular among white adolescent girls, making up 65 percent of the people who undergo gastric bypass surgery, even though they only represent 28 percent of overweight teens. We need to stop these attempts to fit the standard idea of beauty. So what is it going to be, ladies? Are we going to continue to dissect every inch of our bodies and live in the extreme, or are we going to celebrate what we have? Let today be the day we stop allowing the media to weigh down our minds with unnecessary burdens about our bodies.

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is better for those who are lactose intolerant. There can be some disadvantages to consuming frozen yogurt, however. Leong points out that although frozen yogurts may have lower fat content, they compensate for the low fat with sugar additives, which can cancel out the healthiness of the treat. A new type of treat–Asian dessert– has also made its way to downtown Athens as an alternative to fro-yo and traditional ice cream. SunO Dessert, a newly-opened dessert store off Broad Street, is known for its “snowflake-like shaved ice cream.” The word “SunO,” according to the company’s website, is supposed to be pronounced like the word snow, but “with an awkward Oriental accent.” SunO describes its shaved ice cream as a “fluffy yet creamy ice dessert.” The franchise differs from Yoguri and Yoforia because it offers more than just a single product with a choice of toppings. Consumers can also order crepes, wheel pies and drinks. In one serving size of shaved ice cream, 112 grams, there are 98 calories, about three grams of fat and 15 grams of sugar. The sugar content is a bit higher than that of frozen yogurt, but the protein content (3.1 grams) is higher than the frozen yogurt at Yoforia, which is just one gram. With an array of treats to choose from in town, one can be creative with more than just the classic ice cream confection. Yoguri and Yoforia offer non-traditional dessert options while SunO provides a fresh twist on an age-old treat and brings cultural diversity to Athens.

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Ally Article & Photos By: Chiara Gustafson

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he gay community on campus is relatively unknown compared to some of the larger organizations. Much of what Lambda does comes as a surprise to many, and their reactions often consist of remarks such as “Really? I had no idea we had events like that at UGA.” The Lambda Alliance is an undergraduate, student-run organization that is advised under the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered and Queer Organization, a section of the Department of Intercultural Affairs. The mission of the Lambda Alliance is to educate and advocate for equal rights and to serve as a support group to those desperately in need of help or someone to talk to. The importance of education is to help people understand what being a lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgendered person is all about; to correct any and all stereotypes. “We want to put a face to a name. So many people think they know what a gay person is, but they’ve never actually talked to one or had a gay friend,” explained Ashton May, Executive Director of Lambda and a fourth-year student. Ignorance makes up a large part of the challenges that Lambda and the gay community face today. In order to overcome this, Lambda works to clarify the misconceptions about LGBTQ people, and they need Allies to help. An Ally to Lambda is exactly what it sounds like— a friend and supporter of the gay community. One event that Lambda organizes to aid this cause is Q & A with Queers. This is a time when anyone and everyone has a chance to ask specific memberswhat they want or need to know regarding Lambda.In addition, they organize a Speaker’s Panel, which is a group of students that are requested by classes to come and speak. Any member of Lambda can participate in the answering portion; consequently, the classes receive a variety of personalities and experiences. The number of people that are on a Speaker’s Panel varies according to availability, but there are typically four or five members. The types of classes they visit tend to be subjects such as Human Sexuality or Education courses. The

speakers will, depending on their comfort level, tell their coming out stories and then open up the floor for questions. In order for the students to remain anonymous, everyone hands in a sheet of paper with their questions. Alex Fernandes, a recent panelist on the Speaker’s Panel, tells of his experience as a first-time volunteer. “It was liberating to be able to talk openly about it…it felt good to be able to answer people’s questions that they may not have even known they had,” says Fernandes. Apart from education, Lambda also does a good deal of advocacy work. They advocate for non-discriminatory treatment of all sexual orientations and gender identities. They often table outside of the Tate Student Center, and in December they host an award-winning drag show. October is LGBTQ month, and it’s always busy. This is a chance for the Lambda Alliance and LGBTQ to inform interested students about LGBTQ history and some of its local current events. During Ally Outreach Week, members decorate their section of Tate with rainbow-striped flags and posters, play music, sing, dance, and recite original poems. The Lambda Alliance normally has about 20 active members, but this year it has swelled to 50. The increase in numbers has caused them to become a more diverse group than in the past, including Allies and all of the letters in the LGBTQ acronym!

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A simple guy with an even simpler dream

By Anyunna Phillips

In a sit down with infUSion magazine, amateur comedic actor and alumnus Clint Orr tells of himself and life after college. He speaks of his plans to pursue his dreams and how the simple things in life measure success.

spiring actor Clint Orr is taking the Athens Comedy scene by storm with the help of his comedy troupe, SHARKwING Theatre. The troupe’s current project is a monthly comedy night located in Athens at The Globe. The project is a collaboration between SHARKwING Theatre and the university’s official Improv Comedy Troupe, Improv Athens. After a jam-packed crowd opening night, the show is sure to be a continued hit. To suggest that Orr is simply another funny guy is an understatement. As he scrambled to prepare for the opening night of “Second Thursdays,” his involvement in the process became clear. From putting last-minute finishing touches on costumes to offering help with the sound, Orr is clearly dedicated to his work. “A lot of people just kind of just settle but I just—got to have it, got to go all out,” says Orr. Orr is also the guy behind the upcoming fan film “The Real Ghostbusters.” Grabbing the attention of The Red & Black as well as other media sources, the 23-year-old is definitely making a name for himself, and now it’s InfUSion’s turn to take a stab at getting up close and personal with the rising star.

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To get excited about something I have to just I go too far…I had kind of a realization this focus on that. Like for the Power Rangers last show we did, that I put too much work theme I just listened to the soundtrack like all into stuff. I think I’m narcissistic and I want day before the show and a lot the week before people to kind of feel When did you when I was making all that crap, it just kind of the same way about decide that you wanted kept me excited about Power Rangers—I don’t me that I feel about know, I’m weird. Sometimes I just watch a lot myself, so that’s kind to pursue a career in of SNL to kind of get into the same mindset— comedic acting? of maybe why I go same frame as all these other people. above and beyond In early high school I wanted to be a cop. I wrote a things in places I lot back in middle school but the only reason I wantshouldn’t. ed to be a cop was because of “Lethal Weapon” and about early high school, I found out that it wasn’t goWhat did you ing to be like Hollywood. I was kind of basing [my] future on things that were made up and I kind of realstudy at the ized that it would be more fun just to take that stuff university? up instead of trying to be something be that doesn’t Where do you Film studies…I see yourself seven exist. So I started making movies with my friends in high school…and we made little 15-20 minute movies really enjoyed years from now, every weekend. I’ve always wanted to be on Saturday it. It was a great at the age of 30? Night Live. major, it was very

I kind of just want to own my own house and car. I don’t care about big time. I want to not have to work at a recycling center. I want to be self-dependent based on something I enjoy doing. I don’t care if I’m like that actor that nobody knows except that one geek who saw the movie and he’s like, “Hey, you’re that guy from that movie.” When my car breaks down I want to not have to go to my dad. I want a wife, maybe four kids. I want to be

fun and I learned a lot but it’s not going to help me get a job. I didn’t make any connections in college. When you go to film school you meet people that can get you hired and I didn’t go to film school, I went to film studies school which is basically like being a history major, just specifically with film history and film analysis…I had a lot of fun with film studies but I really don’t think it’s ever going to get me a job or anything

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UN Millennium Goals By: Ansley Davis

espite a year of foreign policy turmoil, September 2010 saw the positive convergence of 192 countries in New York City, as the United Nations’ General Assembly met to discuss the progress made in the Millennium Development Goals, or MDGs. These eight points complete a plan that has been agreed upon by all member nations of the UN, as well as 23 international development organizations. The goals were established during the Millennium Summit of 2000 as set forth by the United Nations Millennium Declaration. Upon completion of the MDGs in 2015, world hunger and poverty should be halved, every child should be able to attain a primary education, there should be greater gender equality, the mortality rates of children and mothers will be cut by 2/3 and ¾, respectively, sexual and reproductive health should be easily accessible by all, HIV/ AIDS should be halted and in the process of reversal, environmental sustainability should be expanded, and global partnership should be well established. According to data published in June 2010, progress has been made in great amounts in some areas, while others could use improvement if the MDGs are to be met by the 2015 deadline. Tables listed on the Reports webpage show the goals listed with the 1990 conditions as well as 2010 standings. Goal one, the eradication of hunger and

poverty shows that Asia has made the most significant improvements, while Africa falls behind, with employment being scarce. Goal two: education shows positive correlation, with high enrollment. Goal three varies; while the enrollment of female students has reached parity, pay and representation in national governing bodies shows relative inequality, with no moves to change. Goals four and five concerning mortality rates have shown similar statistics. Rates are high, and aren’t being addressed properly. Access to sexual health facilities, however has increased universally. While diseases such as TB and Malaria are positively correlated to goal six, HIV/ AIDS has shown little halting or reversal. Goal seven’s environmental stability varies, some countries have policies enacting environmental protection that ensures the goal, however developing countries do not have policies enacted. Global partnership, which complies with goal eight has, for the most part, been achieved. According to the UN website, the goals “have galvanized unprecedented efforts to meet the needs of the world’s poorest”, and indeed the move is unprecedented. Throughout the history of the UN, various humanitarian efforts have been launched, but not at the scale of the MDGs. The UN was originally formed by 26

countries in 1942, and was officially chartered in 1945 by delegates from 50 countries. Three years later, in 1948, the growing delegation ratified the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and throughout the decades, has mandated the peaceful use of atomic energy and developed an international peace-keeping force that has been used in countries such as Bosnia and Rwanda Currently, its Secretary- General is Ban Ki-Moon, who has been primarily focusing on the proliferation of poverty and HIV/AIDS in Africa, as well as the developing countries and their

improvement. The UN Millennium Project is currently the largest assembly of privately funded humanitarian aid organizations to be working towards the unified goal to end poverty and improve the international standard of living. In a September 2010 press statement, Secretary-General Ban stated that â&#x20AC;&#x153;we, the peoples of the United Nations, are bound by sacred obligations and dutiesâ&#x20AC;?, making clear his intentions to see a world without poverty, with a clean bill of health, and positive international relations.

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The Islamic Facilities Being Built Near Ground Zero By: Hillary Rodgers

ince the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, Ground Zero in New York City has been considered sacred place to many Americans. A recent proposal to build an Islamic community center near Ground Zero has been a major source of controversy throughout the country. The idea for the community center, now called Park 51, was originally named Cordoba House. If constructed, this multi-faith community center would house an auditorium, theater, performing arts center, swimming pool, fitness center, childcare center, and culinary arts school. The controversy that surrounds the building of the center is based on the fact that it is “Islamic” and will house a mosque for worship, in addition to all the community-based activities. According to those planning the construction of the center, the way the Islamic community center would be built would be in a fashion similar to that of a a Jewish community center, which is basically a social, fraternal, and recreational facility built to serve the needs of the Jewish community. Opponents of the center see the inclusion of a mosque as offensive to the memory of 9/11 victims because the terrorists were Islamic extremists. Many of these people have branded the center “the Ground Zero mosque.” Right-wing television persona Bill O’Reilly referred to it as “a center for terrorism” on his nightly show. Also among the opponents were a group of Southern church leaders who were so inflamed about the construction of the center that they proposed burning the Quran in protest. Many throughout the United States and around the world strongly discouraged this idea. In places like Afghanistan, people were killed during anti-Quran burning protests. President Barack Obama made an announcement to the nation after the proposed burnings stating that “[burning] the sacred texts of someone else’s religion is contrary to what this country stands for.” American leaders warned that such

an action would provoke people in Afghanistan and other areas of American occupation, directing anger towards American troops and providing a hotbed for Al-Qaeda recruitment. Proponents of the center remind those against it that some of the people who were victims of the attacks were also Muslim. Some individuals who lost family members on Sept. 11 are in favor of the center as they feel it will help inspire unity and rebuild trust. Many American news services such as Alternative Press have banned their writers from using the misnomer, “Ground Zero mosque” as referring to the community center because it has caused many negative reactions. The idea to build the community center was proposed in December 2009. However, it has received much more press since the start of summer 2010, and the controversy surrounding the issue continues to grow in the midst of November’s midterm elections. Many opinions broadcasted throughout the media make all Americans appear to be either extremely for or against the construction of the community center. However, some students are neutral. Shelby Messing, a junior psychology major from Marietta, Ga. sums up the opinion of some students. “Just let them build it,” Messing says. “It’s not like they are hurting anyone.” Carlye Taylor, a senior education major from Brunswick, Ga. says, “the center could even allow people to come together and maybe even gain some acceptance for a group of people that has had a lot of problems.” Only the future will tell what the true consequences of building the center will be. The first representations of Park51 by SOMA Architects show the 13-story building’s design, which features a pattern of star-like shapes that resemble symbols of faiths such as the Jewish Star of David.

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Has your computer ever acted like it has a caused for users. mind of its own? Does it send your friends “My Twitter account basically just began tweeting messages, update information, open inappropri- when I hadn’t done anything,” Kenny says. “Each ate websites, all without your intent? time I tried to delete the tweet it would just do it This was the scene on Sept. 21 as the rapid- all over again. It was super frustrating! A few of the ly growing social networking site, Twitter, experienced people I follow were tweeting that their Twitter was a security breach that affected thousands during the going crazy.” five hours it took the site to fix the problem. The Twitter said it had discovered and fixed the breach involved a flaw with coding that caused a hole last month, but a site update allowed the hole “mouse over” effect when users let their cursor hover to open again. The flaw might have gone unnoticed over a link leading to the website opening automatifor some time had it not been for Kinugawa. cally. This raises questions about Internet ethics. How The flaw allowed much responsibility do ushackers to launch worms ers have to sites? Were and routed many users Kinugawa and Delphin right to websites containing in sharing the flaw with usmaterial such as Japaers? You can decide, but nese pornography. their actions gave hackers Considering the and cyber criminals free millions of “tweeters” reign for hours. People worldwide, the breach have a right to know if a was minor and did not site they are using has inefdeter many from conficient security measures, tinuing to use the site. but not at the cost of havBrent Fink, a ing the security flaws highKathryn Kenny pulls out her Macbook to check her senior biology major lighted and handed out like Twitter and Facebook pages between classes. from Newport News, Va., candy to hackers. believes the breach will not raise concern or affect This is not the first time Twitter has encounhabits among college students. tered such a problem. The way Twitter operates “I use Twitter in order makes the site an ideal gateway to stay up to date with bands“I think the way technology is evolving to spread a virus. A bad link c and restaurants and news andis becoming more harmful to our socialan be “retweeted” or sent to that stuff like that as opposed to tweeter’s followers, allowing the lives,” telling my friends I’m out getting virus to spread rapidly. groceries, so my level of concern is about a code In an era of communication, security breaches are green and will likely not change how I use Twitter,” not uncommon and can have substantial conseFink says. “Now my pal Ashton Kutcher…he might quences. Forty years ago, there was not a computer think otherwise.” in every household or a cell phone in every hand; The trouble began when user Masato Kinugawhen people wanted to chat they picked up a landwa reported to Twitter in August that he discovered line telephone or talked to the person face-to-face. the code flaw, but he never received a response. A “I think the way technology is evolving is becoming month later, he noticed the flaw still existed and more harmful to our social lives,” says Michael Allen, used it to make his tweet rainbow-colored. Otha sophomore computer science major from Nashville, ers noticed, including a 17-year-old from Australia, Tenn. “There are all sorts of ways for information Pearce Delphin. The teenager has since received to get accessed by another source.” much blame after he tweeted a piece of code, the Everything and everyone is going online, and “mouse over,” which then allowed hackers to use it Internet hacking is a growing issue. Websites like to their advantage and wreak havoc. Twitter must constantly be aware of their site’s secuKathryn Kenny, a junior journalism major from rity and ever changing advances of hackers to stay Griffin, Ga., understands exactly the mess the breach on the offense.

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Damon Evans: Casualty of a Larger Problem?

income $550,000. His salary was also scheduled By: Hillary Rodgers In the past few months, the University of to increase by $20,000 each year of the five-year Georgia has seen a flurry of arrests in the realm contract. Evans apologized openly for his behavior of sports. A few of these have caused quite a spur of publicity—UGA even won the Fulmer Cup, and the negative publicity he had cast upon the university at a press conference the following jokingly awarded for having the most football week. He offered the university, the alumni, and players arrested before the season even began. the students his “sincerest apology.” Immediately However, no arrest has been more notable or carried more weight as the June 6 DUI arrest of after the arrest, Evans hoped to keep his job. Everything changed after the situation unfolded former athletic director Damon Evans. Damon Evans’s arrest came as a shock to publicly, however, and the university accepted his resignation on July 5. the university community. Evans was Senior AsIt is possible that Evans himself might not sociate Athletic Director at UGA from 2000 until 2004, when he succeeded Vince Dooley as Ath- have lost so much if not for the arrests of so letic Director. He was only 34 years old, and he many football players before the season even was the first African American to become AD at started. Caleb King was the 11th football player arrested since March when he was booked on a large SEC school. Oct. 11. Anyone involved with the UGA Athletic Association is expected to conduct himself in the appropriate manner for those representing a large university population. All of the athletes’ arrests are disappointing, but Evans’s arrest carries much more weight. The athletes are told that they represent the community and must be responsible, and Evans is supposed to be a role model for them. What does his arrest say to the Athletic Association? Did it plant a subconscious thought in the athletes’ minds that loosened their behavior? It almost seems like Evans’s arrest was the beginning of a downward spiral in UGA athletics. “If you drink and drive, you lose” This semester’s marathon of arrests throughout the football team has created chaos within the said Damon Evans Athletic Association and the university population. There is only one solution. There needs to be a crackdown on behavioral infractions. What good is it if athletes only understand they should behave? If there are not consequences, there will be nothing to hold them back when they are tempted to take step off the right path. It is hard when a man with such influence makes such a high-profile mistake—especially when so many are looking to him for direction and guidance. As Evans declared on the big screen before each home football game, “If you drink and drive, you lose.” Evans reshaped the Athletic Association almost immediately upon his arrival. He put an emphasis on student athlete academics and financial strength for the Athletic Association. Before July 1, Evans had a completely untarnished reputation as director and was looked upon as an excellent representative of the university. He was projected to have a long and distinguished career as AD, continuing at least until 2015. Ironically, Evans’s DUI arrest occurred only minutes before July 1, the day he was scheduled to begin a new contract that would raise his salary by $110,000. This raise would have made his

The State of Print Journalism

By: Eric Jones

ost of the news today about the state of print journalism is not favorable. A century ago, newspapers were the only source of news for citizens around the county. Twenty years ago, newspapers and magazines were the primary sources of local, state, national, and international news. Fast forward to today: with blogs, search engines, and mobile phone applications, some would argue that the era of print journalism is ending. Some say it may already be dead. Most agree it is too soon to say that print media has already been eliminated. Blake Aued, news reporter for the Athens Banner Herald, explains, “At some point it’s going away, but not anytime soon.” Aued believes there will always be a need for information, although there may not be a need for print journalism. According to the 2010 State of the News Media report, newspaper circulation nationwide has dramatically decreased by 25.6 percent since 2000, a sign that more and more readers are transitioning to other sources of news. The same report indicates that although magazine paid readership has fallen, magazines are not as negatively affected as newspapers. Magazine circulation only fell a modest 2.2 percent, with news magazines such as Time and Newsweek faring the worst. The decline in readership has a negative effect upon the advertising revenue of many publications. Print advertising in both newspapers and magazines is the primary source of revenue, as publications sell ad space for different companies. When a publication’s popularity declines, advertisers are less willing to pay full prices for ad space. Most public newspaper companies reported ad losses of 15 to 20 percent in the fourth quarter of 2009, compared to the same time in 2008. The number of ad spaces sold by magazines drastically fell by more than 25 percent. Junior Matt Ryan, a broadcast news major from Johns Creek, Ga. is not surprised by the declining interest in reading newspapers.

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photo by Kimberly Parks “If you look at newspapers…who buys them? The only time I look at a newspaper is for my class and they’re readily available because they’re on campus,” Ryan said. “There’s not a point. I can look the same story up one thousand other places on the web.” Not everyone has stopped supporting print media, and news organizations have made extra efforts to stay afloat in the struggling economy, with micropayment online being the most controversial. Micropayment consists of news organizations charging readers of their websites for every article they want to read. John Soloski, a journalism professor, says that micropayment is inevitable, although it will be hard to sell to readers who are used to viewing online articles for free. “[News organizations] gave the product away so the public got used to that, and now they’re asking for readers to start paying,” Soloski said. Print journalism faces the daunting task of creating innovative ways to stay relevant in a world with iPhones and Craigslist. Daniel Burnett, Editor in Chief of The Red and Black, is more hopeful about the endurance of print journalism in an evolving media landscape. “Clearly, [the newspaper and magazine industry] is not in the best shape it’s ever been, but I definitely believe that there is always gonna be a purpose to have a print paper.” No matter what role newspapers and magazines will assume in five or ten years, the state of print media will be “news.”

College or Coffee? By: Parys Grisgby

college student’s life is filled with hectic workloads, crazy social scenes, long days, and even longer nights. Trying to balance everything often ends with sleep becoming less and less important. Many students turn to one thing to keep them going: coffee. An affordable energy boost with delicious flavor options makes coffee the perfect choice to keep every going. But what happens when the prices change? Starbucks announced in mid-October that the prices of many of their “large-sized and labor-intensive drinks” will rise, but they did not disclose how much the increase will be. The franchise also noted that the price of certain espressos and 12-ounce coffee drinks will remain the same. “With the price of gas, milk, and everything else rising, it is really hard to keep our prices down, but I don’t believe the price increase will have a great effect on sales,” says Mr. Jason Corrigan, manager of the Starbucks located in downtown Athens on College Avenue. Since Jittery Joe’s is located directly on campus, their prices are extremely pertinent to students. Mr. Keith Beaver is a barista at the East Broad Street location, where 75 percent of the patrons are University of Georgia students. Beaver revealed that price increases are imminent for the company, but only on coffee beans, not for the drinks. He also says he does not believe that there would be a major change in consumption, especially of the two most popular drinks-regular dark roast coffee and the caramel latte. Recent economic times have forced many to make creative decisions on how to save their money, and college students are no different. If Jittery Joe’s chooses to raise their coffee

Anastashia Cowaras, a biology and psychology double major from Atlanta, pours a dab of milk into her Jittery Joe’s coffee to make the warm beverage just right.offee.

Students form a long line at the Jittery Joe’s in the Miller Learning Center to get their morning coffee.

tprices, coffee drinkers across the campus will be affected by the change. “I already pay extra for skim milk at Jittery Joe’s,” says Katie Valentine, a magazines major in her third year of studies from Marietta, Ga. “If the price increase is drastic, I’ll have to drink it less”. Adreanna Nattiel, a first-year pre-journalism student from Tyrone, Ga., stated, “I would drink more coffee from Joe at the O instead of paying more for what is probably the exact same drink.” She also noted that making her own coffee drinks at home could be an option. “Coffee isn’t really that high on the importance scale for me. If the prices change, I’ll just drink something else,” says Chris Edwards, a first-year marketing major student from Douglasville, Ga. “Coffee is like water to college students. They just need it,” says Mr. Beaver. Price changes on a favored drink by college students are clearly forthcoming, and the decision on whether or not one will alter their drinking habits varies from person to person. With Starbucks and Jittery Joe’s raising prices, the decision on which to purchase is solely up to the patron, but the looming price change should not have a major effect on the drink choice for late-night partiers with early morning classes. Both franchises readily serve UGA’s campus and satisfy the evident necessity of the quick and easy energy boost.

photos by Kimberly Parks

Acapulco, Mexico: The War Starts Here By Bianka Huling

eautiful beaches, exotic hotels and a highenergy nightlife are not the only things that have made Acapulco, Mexico reputable. Acapulco, and other regions of Mexico, has become the breeding ground for an increasing number of gang violence and drug related crimes leaving potential tourists to ask the question: Is Acapulco a safe place for me to visit?

Before delving further into this question let’s look at the facts. Despite a nationwide effort involving the deployment of over 50,000 government troops in known drug-trafficking areas, gang related crimes have reportedly claimed more than 28,000 lives over the past three years and are steadily increasing. In late March and early September of this year, Mexico experienced a string of 38 deaths and 20 kidnappings, all of which were drug related. The problem for me is not simply the violence itself, but the number of casualties in such a concentrated region over short periods of time. It is not a secret that violence is occurring all over the world; the number of crimes and deaths related to criminal activity are escalating globally. But what makes these instances such a rarity is seeing death rates in the double digits within a twenty-four hour span. For the cautious traveler this would cause a need to rethink vacation plans, but security experts are not urging tourists to steer away from Mexico

completely. Experts suggest that if tourists visit Mexico they should avoid traveling by road, avoid cities near the U.S. border, and stay within familiar resort areas. So, is Acapulco a safe vacation destination? If these gang wars persist and the battlegrounds over drug-trafficking routes continue to expand, I say choose another location. In a region where beheading the families of rival gang members and the risk of getting caught in a shootout is becoming the norm, it’s simply not worth it. The borders of Mexico have diminished the price of one’s life, while the pursuit of wealth in the form of drugs is steadily increasing. There are only a few times when I have tuned into the nightly news to see the death toll of one event reaching double digits. If it did, it was more than likely a national event that lasted a moment. It didn’t span into consecutive days, months, and years. Mexico itself has become a battle zone and the wars it is birthing are not ideal for someone wanting a relaxing vacation destination. Vacation is exactly what it says: vacating all instances of worries and stress. Trying to couple complete euphoria with

the sheer and utter panic of wondering if the city you are in will be the next target for drug wars is a paradox with stakes that are far too heavy to weigh in.

generalizing about different races based on the limited perceptions the media has provided for us. TV, magazines, film, and newspapers have bombarded us with inaccurate representations of different cultures and we fall victim to ignorance. In recent weeks, the news has been plastered with issues about illegal immigration and the building of a mosque near Ground Zero. I was shocked when I heard some college students were being forced to return to countries where they had little connection. I was even more upset with Arizona’s law that pretty much allowed police offers to racially profile motorists and pull them over to demand proof of citizenship. These news stories fostered resentment towards Hispanic immigrants, the media making these families’ attempt to live a better life seem criminal. Since the tragedy on September 11th, 2001, Middle Easterners have been negatively represented in the media. I had a friend who was severely bullied because she was Muslim and people assumed her religion was connected to the radical extremists who took part in the attack. The media did nothing to create the distinction between traditional Muslim believers and radicals. This has fostered negativity towards the religion as a whole, perpetuating prejudice and resentment against these people. If we allow ourselves to accept these depictions as accurate truth, we separate ourselves from each other, an action that is damaging to humanity. Yes, we are all very different, but we should come to these conclusions on our own and not have to rely on the media’s flawed portrayal to generate these judgments for us. Do you really want shows like Jersey Shore and The Real Housewives of Atlanta to represent who you are? If you answered “yes”, then perhaps you should take a long look at yourself, but if you answered “no” then you should first give yourself a pat on the back and start thinking about taking the initiative to not take everything at face value. The media’s primary goal is to keep its audience interested, and sometimes they exaggerate things for the purpose of entertainment. It’s unfair to judge another culture based on these exaggerations. We cannot control what the media produces, but we can control how we process it and whether or not we accept it. Make the right choice.

The way the media presents these generalizations are meant for entertainment, but what the media doesn’t realize is how damaging these “jokes” are to each

minority.

Media Processes: by Sasha Daniels

e’ve all seen them: the ads featuring the suburban, pious, white family that embodies the epitome of perfection and the nerdy Asian character on animated shows possessing the uncanny ability to mentally compute complex calculations. Political cartoons depict the Middle Eastern dressed in Muslim garb complete with a turban and a long beard, perhaps holding a

Evolution of Stereotypes

bomb or rifle. Let’s not forget the movies with the one black guy who’s sole purpose is to provide comic relief with his obnoxiousness, undeniable habit of butchering words, and his short temper. These are the stereotypes that the media perpetuates, particularly about minorities. The way the media presents these generalizations are meant for entertainment, but what the media doesn’t realize

is how damaging these “jokes” are to each minority. These little innuendoes are conditioning viewers to make untrue judgments about each of these minorities, giving them the opportunity to base the whole group off of characteristics possessed by a few. It not only perpetuates prejudice, but also damages the way society interacts with one another. We have all been guilty of

"We could make a lot more money serving non-sustainable seafood and non-organic produce, but those are the things we feel are important."

hether it’s a lunch date with a friend, a business meeting with colleagues, or the perfect beginning to a night out on the town, The National combines exotic ingredients with local fodder to deliver a distinctive experience. Mediterranean -inspired cuisine at The National merges the foreign with celebrated recipes. “The challenge was combining recipes from the Mediterranean with foods from around here,” explains chef Peter Dale. “So that’s what it’s become: a hybrid that is unique to Athens.” Three years ago, Dale, along with beverage specialist Chris Luken and Athens eatery 5&10 chef Hugh Acheson, wanted The National to be an off-shoot of 5&10. However, it has evolved into something very much its own. With a menu that changes daily, diners are guaranteed to find a new favorite dish with each visit, but Dale recommends the hummus to kick off any meal. “Our hummus is really silky; we use a lot of olive oil and it’s really creamy,” says Dale. “We top it with sumac – a deep red powder that has a tart or tanginess to it.” For each order of hummus, freshly-baked flatbread is served straight from the hot stone inside The National’s own pizza oven. “You get this freshly-baked flatbread that’s got sea salt and olive oil on it,” says Dale. “This is something a lot of people are familiar with, but we take a lot of pride in it. It’s a great way to start.” Need a refreshing treat on a hot afternoon? One of The National’s most popular dishes is their cucumber gazpacho. “Many people know gazpacho as a chilled tomato soup from Spain,” says Dale. However, at The National you’ll find only local cucumbers in it. And despite year-round requests for the broth, the cucum-

ber gazpacho isn’t served unless delicious local cucumbers are handy. A dairy-free delight, the gazpacho has a “nice creaminess” because of the cucumber and an extra virgin olive oil emulsion. Vinegar and lemon juice is added to give the soup “brightness and punch.” Serving food with a local focus is something The National prides itself on—even if that means putting in a little extra work to ensure customers enjoy a fresh, quality meal. “Food just tastes better when it’s fresh, and [we] develop a relationship with the farmers,” says Dale. The National even serves sustainable seafood. “The seafood we serve is sustainable or it’s farmed in a sustainable way,” he says. Fish on the menu is constantly changing and it’s never frozen. “Like this morning, we got in shrimp from Savannah,” says Dale, “so we’re having fried shrimp today, less than 24 hours old.” As one might expect, community is essential to the ideal The National stands behind. Dale says developing a relationship with suppliers and farmers is key, and he’s often visited the actual farms himself. “We could make a lot more money serving non-sustainable seafood and non-organic produce, but those are the things we feel are important.” To get a taste of The National’s eclectic menu, grab a date and take advantage of their dinner and a movie night on Mondays and Tuesdays. In conjunction with Cine, The National offers a movie ticket, tapas and a two-course meal for only $29. For more information: http://www.thenationalrestaurant.com/

“Rose of Athens Theater is in the business of entertaining, and preserving.” educating,

“The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”

The production will take place on Dec. 11, 2010 and will have three tours throughout the day. In contrast, The Town and Gown Players will produce a nightmare before Christmas. They will perform “The Rocky Horror Show,” which was written by Richard O’Brien and directed by W. Steven Carroll. This year the production features Rocky and his gang, who celebrate a 25th anniversary through a time warp on Broadway. There will be audience . 02'!'. 2'-, 5'2& 0-!) 0-** ," 1!' < %-2&'! theme. This will show from Dec. 3 to 12, 2010 at the Athens Community Theater. UGA’s University Theater will not have a production in December in order to give students time to

.0#. 0# $-0 <, *1 -5#4#0 2&#7 5'** & 4# 1#4#0 * in the following months and one in November. “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” will show from Nov. 4 to 14, 2010. Both David Saltz, the Head of the Theater Department, and Freda Giles, an associate professor within the department, are excited about the debut of this show because it will be performed in the newly renovated Fine Arts Theater. “The theater is much better than it ever has been,” Saltz says. “You really have a real feel of the theater experience,” Giles says. The theater scene in Athens may be largely ignored, but it may soon have a mass revival.

The Forgotten Art W

by Breanna Price

hen students think of entertainment, theater rarely comes to mind. However, theater is an important part of the world of entertainment—especially in Athens. Theater provides a more personal avenue to entertainment. Instead of watching a movie on a television screen, you see the actors and actresses up close and personal. There are three major theater companies in Athens at present: Rose of Athens, Town and Gown Players, and University Theater of the University of Georgia. All three have regular performances throughout the year. Lisa Cesnik Ferguson, the Producing Artistic Director of Rose of Athens Theater, said that their annual December production can be like an interactive history book. “Every year, Rose of Athens Theater teams up with the Athens Historic House Museum Association and the Convention and Visitors Bureau of Athens to research, transcribe, and create a production that will give the audience an exciting way to learn some history of Athens,” Fer-

guson says. “The shows have been done before and this year we’ve added a new home.” The production is called “The Christmas Spirits Tour,” and the audience is taken on a tour of historic homes in Athens. At each house, they meet a small group of actors who entertain with ten-minute vignettes on a brief history about the original owner of the home. This year, the homes include the T.R.R Cobb house, the Ware-Lyndon house, the Church-Waddell-Brumby house, and the TaylorGrady House. 9 &# .* 71 0# "#<,'2#*7 1'**7 ," 2&#0# '1 *-21 -$ laughter,” Ferguson says. The experience is also interactive--audience members will be recognized or acknowledged in some way. She says “Rose of Athens Theater is in the business of entertaining, educating, and preserving.” Although the main production of this show takes place in December, the playwright Shannon Rood creates the script in such a way that it can be used with other holidays as well.

Classic in the

Tunes

City

thens is rich with musical history and filled with many local venues for music lovers to enjoy, but one of its best kept secrets is the Performing Arts Center at the University. “Athens in general has a wonderful music history,” says Bobby Tyler, Marketing & Media Relations Director at the PAC. “There’s a whole wealth of music history here.” Tyler, a former marketing director for the school of drama at Yale University, was hired by the University in 1996. Since its opening that year, the PAC has been gaining more and more popularity for its classical music performances. Classical music still has an impact on today’s musicians. The 5 Browns, a quintet of grand pianos, performed at the PAC in October. The brothers and sisters from Utah were the only siblings to be admitted to the Julliard School of Music simultaneously and since then have made appearances on “Oprah”, “60 Minutes” and many other television programs. Specializing in popular classical songs, the group revamps classical music through their modern style. They have already achieved recognition for three albums, proving classical music can inspire younger generations. Josh Teague, a senior cello performance major from Dacula, Ga., says classical music is a broad genre that any age group can learn to appreciate. “When young people get over the fear of classical music and realize that it can be even more exciting than a rock concert, they too can begin to understand the complex nature of these works.” The PAC welcomes students and non-students alike and is the venue for performances in a wide range of genres. With such a diverse range in music, it is not surprising that the audiences who attend these performances are diverse as well. “The majority of our audience comes from off campus,” says Tyler. “We’re not just performing for UGA’s faculty, staff and students. We are bringing in

by Nicollette Higgs people from all over the Northeast Georgia region.” There have also been many changes in event programming since 1996 and they work hand in hand with the Classic Center to bring some of the best musicians and artists to Athens. “We are going through some major changes here because we have a new director so there are lots of exciting things happening,” says Tyler. “Instead of just including [PAC] events we are also including performances by the school of music.” In addition to incorporating student performances into the program, the PAC is also encouraging more student attendance. “When young people get In the past, tickets were $50. over the fear of classical Now, the student music and realize that price is $5. “The most memorable it can be even more performance I’ve exciting than a rock seen at the PAC was last season when the concert, they too can Atlanta Symphony was performing Igor begin to understand the Stravinsky’s opera complex nature of these ‘The Nightingale’,” works.” says Teague. “The sounds coming from the Hodgson stage were unlike any I’d ever heard before.” Along with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, which performs twice a year, the PAC hosted performances from other prominent international orchestras. The BBC Concert Orchestra, conducted by Keith Lockhart, performed with Russian pianist Ilya Yakushev. The Venice Baroque Orchestra also performed and were led by Macon, Ga native Robert McDuffie. Future performances include the Orquestra de Guitarras de Barcelona, an ensemble of twenty-five of Spain’s most talented guitarists led by Sergi Vincente. The orchestra is scheduled to perform on April 15, 2010 when they return for their second American Tour. The music base in Athens continues to grow and now it is a place where people can experience and enjoy classical music at its best.

gems and jewels.

By: Taylor Stephens Photos By: Chiara Gustafson

emember those days when you would go back-to-school shopping with your parents? Well, gone are the days where you have to physically go to a store to shop and enjoy the hustle and bustle of half-off sales or the free samples from the perfume counter. Online shopping has become more and more popular in the last few years. Rather than being limited to major “...word of mouth corporations or brand name franchises, only gets you online shopping puts the consumer in the seat of the producer. Sites such as eBay so much business.” and Craigslist started the revolution, but thanks to the evolution of Facebook and “create it yourself” websites, all of that is in the past. “I enjoy making my pieces, but word of mouth only gets you so much business,” says Christy Simmons, a UGA communications graduate and local small business jewelry maker. “Everybody is on Facebook anyway, so might as well take advantage of it right?” Facebook has a Marketplace section where you can buy, sell, and review items for sale. “I still sell some of my stuff through Marketplace, but I have so many pieces and a style that I like to convey through my work that I just can’t give to my buyers through Facebook,” says Simmons. Because of this dilemma, many jewelry entrepreneurs have decided to construct their own Website through a social store community called Storenvy, a cross between Myspace and eBay where you can buy and sell items. Sara Barbee, a junior jewelry metals major at UGA, started her website a month ago (the sparklysparrow.storenvy.com). The benefit is that it’s free. “I did have an account where I sold my pieces online…but they were charging me and it just didn’t make sense to be paying them to sell my jewelry online,” says Barbee. Having a website seems to be the way to go when it comes to the jewelry-making business, according to these young entrepreneurs. “…I am looking to get picked up from a retail buyer for a company that supplies big stores like Macy’s, Nordstrom’s, or JCPenny’s… and for that to happen I must get my own jewelry website,” says Simmons when asked about her future plans. Barbee has hopes of working for a jewelry company as a designer after she graduates and has already laid the ground work with her own website. Even universities are realizing the significance of jewelry making. UGA alone is one of the first to explore this new frontier with their unique metal jewelry making program, which is one of the few in the entire country. With a little creativity, technique and innovation, amateur jewelers will be giving commercial jewelry stores a run for their money. These diamonds in the making are on the way to greatness. Watch out, five years from now, they could be the artists behind the jewelry you find in popular department stores.

Walk in Alpharetta, Ga. on Sept. 11 hosted by the Georgia Chapter of the Ovarian Cancer Alliance. The SAO sisters were a source of encouragement to the walkers, helping to cheer them on as they 5 *)#" 2&# <4# )'*-+#2#01 2 2&# event, they also sold memory balloons that people purchased in memory of someone who died of ovarian cancer. The Theta Chapter of Sigma Alpha Omega at Georgia College and State University hosted the second walk. It was their third annual “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” event held on Oct. 2. Their guest speaker Shannon Routh, a survivor of ovarian cancer, started an organization called Teal Diva, which provides support and information for younger women with ovarian cancer. “I feel like when we give our time and money and then talk to those affected by ovarian cancer, like Routh, it’s more meaningful,” said Gillian Barlow, philanthropy chairman of SAO and a fourth year $ +'*7 <, ,!' * .* ,,',% + (-0 from Lawrenceville, Ga. “There are other charities like Relay for Life and UGA Miracle that are a big deal on campus, and we want ovarian cancer awareness to be just as big.” SAO also held a Zumba class on Oct.17 at Ramsey and accepted donations. Melissa Baxter, a third year from Tifton, Ga., is an ovarian cancer survivor, and she came and spoke at the event. Baxter is active in Relay for Life on campus. She told the girls at the event that it meant a great deal to her to see a group of girls her age working to raise awareness for a cause that is so close to her heart.

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A Silent Killer M Ovarian Cancer Awareness runners meet the finish line and are greeted by cheering participants. Ovarian Cancer Awareness participants releasing their balloons into the air.

By: Emily Grant Photos By: Crystal Weigle

ost people are familiar with the slogan “Save the Ta-Ta’s,” and know that October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. What many people don’t know is the growing concern for ovarian cancer and that September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness month. 4 0' , ! ,!#0 '1 2&# <$2& *# "ing cause of cancer-related death among women, and it is the deadliest of all gynecologic cancers. Caused by a gene abnormality that starts in the ovaries, it primarily affects women between the ages of 50 and 59. If the tumor cells are cancerous, the cells can spread to other organs in the pelvis and abdomen or travel through the bloodstream or lymph nodes to other parts of the body. There are some symptoms of ovarian cancer such as bloating and pelvic or abdominal pain, but “there aren’t any good screening tests to detect ovarian cancer,” explained Tammy Webb, the Women’s Clinic Physician Assistant at the University of Georgia’s Health Center. “That is why there is such a high death rate for it.” According to the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance, or OCNA, 21,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with ovarian cancer each year, and 15,000 women die from the disease each year. Many student organiza-

tions hold fundraisers for a number of causes, but there are very few that donate time and money 1.#!'<! **7 2- -4 0' , ! ,!#0 However, the newly-founded UGA student organization Future Health Promoters sold jewelry at the Tate Center and donated $250 to OCNA in October. “They really liked all of the teal— ovarian cancer awareness’ signature color, but they didn’t know what it was about,” said Joanna Hilimire, the vice president of the Future Health promoters and a fourth year health promotion and behavior major from Snellville, Ga. “I think our fundraiser did a really good job of raising awareness.” Sigma Alpha Omega, a Christian sorority on campus, also works with OCNA. In June 2007, SAO adopted ovarian cancer awareness as their philanthropy. Since then, SAO has raised $3,700 for OCNA. They hold a number of events to raise awareness for ovarian cancer throughout the year including their annual Classic City Showcase, which began last March. The showcase takes place at the Holiday Inn downtown, displays local Athens businesses, and raised $2,000 last year. This year, SAO participated in 25- 5 *)1 #,#<2',% -4 0' , ! ,!#0 5 0#,#11 &# <012 5 *) 5 1 the Overcome Ovarian Cancer

Since the store is jam-packed with all things vintage, a couple hours is what you will need to completely appreciate your Agora experience. Some call it a kind of treasure hunt, as you explore every nook and cranny of the store until you find that one-of-a-kind item (that Fleetwood Mac record you’ve been searching five years for) that you can’t help but fall in love with. This exact feeling is what keeps so many Agora customers coming back for more! If you don’t have hours to spend in the store, owner Ariee Hong offers quick revamps and styles for any event or outfit you need. If you’re in a hurry she and any other employee will be sure to direct you to exactly what you’re looking for so that you don’t have to spend so much time on your own personal “hunt”!

After overcoming first impression jitters, Agora proves to be a place suitable for just about anybody. While the unique fashion remains the undeniable attraction for the ladies, Hong says it’s Agora’s wide range of records that keeps the guys coming back. As college students dominate the main clientele of this shop, rare furniture and art work are also available for decorating the perfect college apartment or dorm room. The variety of the store is unquestionable. With vintage hitting the runways and local boutiques alike, Agora’s prices are surprisingly low. “It’s unique funky stuff but still affordable,” said Hong. As an UGA alumnus, Hong understands the financial struggles associated with the college life, and tries to incorporate this in the pricing

process. On my trip I found the most breathtaking scarf for as little as eight bucks! Walk in with $20 and you’ll surely walk out with something that suits your taste. Not only is Agora an affordable place to shop, it also allows local artists to test their products. Agora is also a place for any craftsmen, such as jewelry makers and furniture makers to advertise their product. Wondering about the store is just part of the fun until you actually make that discovery that catches your eye and heart. With outstanding customer service and a wonderful vibe from the store, there’s no doubt I will be back for another visit.

“Walk in with $20 and you’ll surely walk out with something that suits your taste.”

Feeling the Agora vibe? Store Hours: Mon-Sat: 11am-7pm Sunday 12:30pm-5:30pm 9

AGORA Boutique 260 West Clayton Street Athens, GA

A VINTAGE JUNKIE’S DREAM By: Zulaikah Bilal Photos by: Anne Bouzy If you love a good bargain and vintage is just simply your thing, a trip to Agora will surely fulfill your shopping fantasies. Located at 260 West Clayton St., on the edge of downtown, Agora has the air of Athens’ best kept secret. The shop was first opened nine years ago as an antique mall. Eight years later, it has transformed into what current owner, Airee Hong describes as a “vintage, art, antique co-op.” “you don’t have to Athens shopper Erin Presley spend so much time described Agora as, “one of those on your own personal places downtown where I look in the window and their stuff looks “hunt”!” really cool, but I just never go in.” With an overflow of clothing, purses, jewelry, furniture, records, artwork, and antiques, Agora is a lot to take in. At first glance it could frighten the average shopper. I’ll admit that my first visit, was a bit overwhelming initially. But, after taking just a few trips around the shop, it suddenly became a place where I could comfortably spend hours.

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Timeless Fashions

ake way, fashionistas, because old-school, classic fashion pieces are back for another round. These timeless pieces made their debut as early as the 1920s and since then have reappeared in the new millenium. From accessories to hair, a hint of the past is evident in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fashion, and InfUSion has highlighted some of these recurring vintage pieces.

By: Anyunna Phillips

Though the fedora was prominent in the early 1920s, its popularity completely diminished by the early 1970s. The fashion accessory became a trademark for pop star Michael Jackson and later made its mark on youth fashion in the 2000s.

As fashionistas, we are forever indebted to the 60s, for this fashion-foresighted era gave birth to our beloved skinny jeans. The resurgence of this fashion must-have occurred in the 2000s and has been prominent since.

Time-withstanding Converse Chuck Taylor All-Stars or â&#x20AC;&#x153;Chucksâ&#x20AC;? became intensely popular in the 90s. The athletic shoe is practically guaranteed to be owned by fashionistas and non-fashionistas alike. Another must-have, this old-school classicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wide color selection is sure to complement ,7 -32<2

THE UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA

Meet some of the pioneers who broke the color barrier at the University of Georgia and those who supported them!

Sunday, January 9, 2011 6-8 p.m., Grand Hall, Tate Student Center

Kick-off Reception

Charlayne Hunter-Gault, the family of Hamilton Holmes, and Mary Frances Early.

Monday, January 10, 2011 3-4:30 p.m., Mahler Auditorium, Georgia Center

50th Anniversary Lecture Charlayne Hunter-Gault.

5-6:30 p.m., Masters Hall, Georgia Center

Panel Discussion: Legal Issues Judge Horace Ward and Justice Robert Benham. 8-9:30 p.m., Masters Hall, Georgia Center

Donald Hollowell Documentary

Produced by Maurice Daniels and Derrick Alridge.

Tuesday, January 11, 2011 2-4 p.m., Grand Hall, Tate Student Center

Poet-Author-Activist Sonia Sanchez Dialogue followed by reception and book signing. 4:30-6:30 p.m., 101 Miller Learning Center

Chronicling UGAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Desegregation

Panel Discussion: UGA faculty authors Maurice Daniels, Robert Pratt, and Thomas Dyer and NYU professor Robert Cohen. Book signings follow.

Friday, January 14, 2011 7:30-9 a.m., Grand Hall, Tate Student Center

Martin Luther King Jr. Freedom Breakfast Featured speaker: Mary Frances Early. Reservations needed, call 706-583-8195.

Check our website for more events planned throughout January and February.

Event information and more at

desegregation.uga.edu

Our First Flip Book Issue EVER!

Our First Flip