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SG presidents leave legacy for successors Communication crucial for seamless transitions BY JORDAN COYNE COPY EDITOR

Every time a University of Miami student walks past the new U statue by the Rock, they probably do not think about alumni Christina Farmer or Brandon Mitchell, two former Student Government (SG) presidents who conceptualized the project and moved it along. Instead they think of current SG president Nawara Alawa and her executive board, as they unveiled their first completed project in office in October 2012. MITCHELL It is platforms like these that have promoted the seamless transition from ticket to ticket over the years, and it is the responsibility of SG president-elect Bhumi Patel to ensure that this pattern continues. Due to the one-year time constraint, it is essential for presidents to remain in constant communication during the vital transition period. This is not only a time to show the newbies the ropes, but also to align old and new platforms and ideas. After campaigning FARMER against two other tickets, then Speaker of the Senate Farmer and the UFirst ticket were elected to office in February 2010. Despite the fact that a key member of her ticket did not return to UM in the fall, Farmer’s administration managed to complete the majority of proposed platforms, including the farmers market, ICEE machines in the C-store and a textbook rental service at the bookstore.

“An overall thing that I’d be most proud of is just making SG more student-friendly and creating an environment where students really believe that SG was actually there for them and can actually accomplish goals,” Farmer said. “… Brandon and Nawara have definitely continued that on.” One of the major reasons that transitions have been so successful over the ALAWA past few years is that newly elected presidents have held key positions within SG. Patel, who is the current Executive-At-Large External, will continue this pattern. Mitchell was elected president as a member of the Taking U Forward ticket after serving as the Category 5 Chair in 2010-2011. Some of Taking U Forward’s most noted accomplishments include the redesign of the University Center, late night dining and Design-ACourse. PATEL “Overall, I’d probably say the [change in] culture [was our biggest accomplishment] … we wanted to get the word out that we’re a family at the University of Miami,” Mitchell said. His successor, Alawa, was elected with a month and a half left in his term. During this time, Mitchell said they were able to “sit down, explain what [they] were doing, try to figure out ways to work what she wanted to do into the greater idea of Student Government, and kind of mesh everything together.” During Mitchell’s time as president, Alawa served as a member of SG Senate’s Student Affairs Committee, the Parking and Transportation Advisory Board, and as a Civic Engagement Task

Force representative. Once sworn in, she and the Inspired by U ticket immediately got to work, increasing on-campus programs and amenities, and changing the academic calendar. As they reach the midpoint of second semester, the Inspired by U team looks forward to completing as many platforms as possible before the end of the school year. One of their main goals is to ensure the strength of SG’s infrastructure by coordinating with both the Court and the Senate, while also aligning their plans with those of the incoming Power of U ticket. “I think it’s very important to know what’s expected of you,” Alawa said. “I want to see the SG after me be better than my SG was … and to constantly be redefining excellence and what this campus expects from its government.” Alawa added that she hopes to leave SG equipped with the tools that it is going to need to keep up with all of the changes going on around campus. From new buildings to changing contracts, the Power of U team will have a lot to oversee in the upcoming year. Farmer offered some advice to the newly elected Executive Board. “Rely on your team, GROSS because they’re what got you there,” she said. Brandon Gross, the 2008-2009 SG president, has been another valuable resource to all three presidents because he currently works in the Office of Admissions. Having seen an array of presidents, Gross stresses the importance of connecting and conversing with the student body right off the bat in order to best represent them during a ticket’s term. “Make an effort to reach out to the students,” he said. “Keep them informed, and ask them what they want.”

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The Undergraduate Honor Council is accepting applications for membership in 2013-2014 at tinyurl.com/ UHonor13. Members of the council are responsible for raising awareness about and enforcing the Honor Code, sitting on judicial hearing panels, hosting educational initiatives, and more. Applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. Friday.

La Federacion de Estudiantes Cubanos (FEC) is hosting “A Week of Cuban Culture” to promote the many aspects of Cuban culture on campus and in the community at large. The weeklong series is FEC’s largest event and provides Cuban culture to UM students through food, art and music. Events will take place starting Saturday and ending March 8.

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The Jose Marti Day of Service is Saturday. Opening ceremonies are at 11 a.m. Monday at the Rock and will include speeches, cuisine from the Latin Burger food truck, and live music. Also on Monday, the Cuban Heritage Collection will host FEC members to explore the Pedro Pan Exodus in Cuba beginning at 5 p.m. on the second floor of Richter Library. For more information, contact FEC Cultural Events Chairperson Erika Glass at glass.erika@gmail. com.

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BASKETBALL WATCH PARTY There will be a watch party for the Miami vs. Duke away basketball game. The watch party will take place on the Hecht-Stanford Bridge at 6 p.m. Saturday. Hosted by Category 5 and Hurricane Force, the party will include a big screen and free food. Lyssa Goldberg may be contacted at lgoldberg@themiamihurricane.com.

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Greeks row for UCP ROW YOUR BOAT: Junior Alexandria Saab, a member of Delta Phi Epsilon, takes her turn competing in the Greek Row on Wednesday afternoon. This event was part of Greek Week, where the different organizations are split into teams and compete in events every day while raising money for United Cerebral Palsy (UCP). Saab is a member of the yellow team, paired with Sigma Phi Epsilon and Alpha Epsilon Pi. For this event, one representative from each team took a turn on a rowing machine on the Rock to try and get the most miles. Yellow team won with 48,094 miles.

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Evolutionary biologist returns to campus for free lecture Richard Dawkins talks ‘The Beauty of Science’ BY ELISA MILLER CONTRIBUTING NEWS WRITER

Evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins will return to campus in March to give a free public lecture on “The Beauty of Science” as part of Taking Flight: The Year of the Humanities and the Arts. Dawkins was listed as one of the “100 Most Influential People of the Year” by Time magazine in 2007. His work as an evolutionary biologist founded a gene-centric interpretation of evolution, and he has become a leading activist for scientific reasoning. He has written several popular science books, including the bestseller “The God Delusion,” which has sold more than 1.5 million copies. Thanks to a gift from the Louis J. Appignani Foundation, Dawkins will not only lecture at 7 p.m. March 7 in the BankUnited Center, but he will also spend two weeks as a visiting professor in the College of Arts and Sciences. “Getting an academic of Dawkins’ caliber and reputation to work in the College

of Arts and Sciences across disciplines is an important opportunity for UM,” said Leonidas Bachas, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. “Dr. Dawkins is a true thought leader across a broad range of topics in DAWKINS the science and humanities, and his work here promises extraordinary educational experiences for faculty and students, as well as for our entire community.” Dawkins attracted a large audience when he visited UM in September 2011 to lecture on the magic of science and discuss a wide range of natural phenomena. Bachas believes this upcoming talk will also be very popular. “His public lecture, ‘The Beauty of Science,’ is sure to be a signature event in Miami’s intellectual and cultural life this spring, and we’re thrilled to enrich our region with such an important event,” Bachas said. “In short, we are honored to host Dr. Dawkins, and we are eager to learn and exchange ideas with such an accomplished thinker.” Dawkins runs the Richard Dawkins

Foundation for Reason and Science, which supports scientific education, critical thinking and evidence-based understanding of the natural world in the quest to overcome religious fundamentalism, superstition, intolerance and suffering. Otavio Bueno, chair of the Department of Philosophy, said that judging from what he has done in the past, Dawkins would offer a very insightful and different way of thinking about science, its impact and significance. “I like his ability to consider the large landscape. He is not someone who misses the forest from the trees,” Bueno said. “Even when he is working out detailed issues, he always has a sense of ‘OK, what are the implications of that? Why should we care about these issues? Why should they matter to us?’” Bueno said that Dawkins’ extended visit to campus is a unique opportunity for UM students. “Students should try to interact with him because it is a great opportunity to learn from someone who has a vision about science,” Bueno said. “Dawkins is very unique. It requires a special ability that in many ways goes beyond the usual training in the sciences. As a scientist, you are trained to solve problems, Feb. 27 - March 3, 2013

not necessarily to step back and look at the larger picture, and Dawkins has an extraordinary ability to do the latter.” Dana Krempels, director of undergraduate studies in the Department of Biology, said that Dawkins’ lectures are entertaining and enlightening. “They will challenge students to think in new ways,” Krempels said. “This may be the only time in their undergraduate career that students will be able to hear a lecture by professor Dawkins. If biology has anything like a rock star, he’s it.”

IF YOU GO WHO: Evolutionary biologist and author Richard Dawkins WHAT: Lecture on “The Beauty of Science” WHERE: BankUnited Center WHEN: 7 p.m. March 7 Free for UM students and the general public, but you must register at as.miami.edu/dawkins. There are more than 300 tickets reserved for UM students.

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Renovations on UC Patio continue through summer Construction improves visibility of Lake Osceola BY ERIKA GLASS COPY EDITOR

The view of Lake Osceola from the second floor of the University Center (UC) is about to become a little less cluttered. The second of three sections of the patio renovations are set to open within the next week. “We’re about to ... expand a little bit closer towards the lake,” said Dan Westbrook, director of the UC. “That’ll give us an opportunity to … have some open patio for folks that maybe don’t want go to the Rathskeller but still would like to enjoy the outside patio environment.” The idea behind the patio renovation was to improve the visibility of the lake from all angles of the UC patio, Westbrook said. “The former stage was elevated,” Westbrook said. “It was located centered at the far end and effectively that meant that anyone sitting on the patio couldn’t really see the water of the lake. It sort of blocked the view.” According to Westbrook, they settled on these renovations and planned to move the stage to the side of the patio to achieve an almost unrestricted view of the lake. “We thought, ‘Why not terrace the patio down … so that anyone seated on the patio or anyone seated watching a performance

NICHOLAS GANGEMI // STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER EYE ON LAKE OSCEOLA: The renovations on the UC Patio will continue through the beginning of summer, once all three sections of the patio are completed.

could have a view of the beautiful lake?’” he said. The new patio space had to account for the storage of pool equipment, Westbrook said. The elevation of the area above the storage space made a natural location for the new stage area. “With the stage … on top of the swimming pool filtration equipment and the ter-

raced down audience area, we’re going to get the best of all possible worlds,” he said. “… We’ll have a spectacular place for events.” The final third of the patio is set to open in the early part of the summer. “That will be the part that has the stage and the terrace seating that leads down to create the amphitheater-like setting,” Westbrook said. “… That will be ready for August

when we start into the fall semester.” According to Student Government President Nawara Alawa, the hope is to have both the patio and Student Activities Center (SAC) built by June in order to test out the new area before the start of the fall semester. “There are a lot of amenities that students will have between the new building and the patio that they haven’t had or they’ve had to work around this year,” Alawa said. “They want to test everything throughout June and July.” There will also be a new addition to the patio space, Alawa said. “It will no longer be the Rat patio … It will be Lime’s patio,” she said. Lime Fresh Mexican Grill is a casualdining Mexican restaurant that will take the Rat’s place once the popular campus staple is moved to the SAC. Alawa said she is excited for the patio to be complete. “The biggest thing that everyone’s looking forward to with finishing the patio … is being able to walk around the lake again,” Alawa said. “That was a huge thing my freshman and sophomore year – being able to walk around the lake at night.” Westbrook is also very excited. The key is the fact that all of this comes together as one big project, he said. “This is all one cohesive, comprehensive, complementary vision for bringing a completely new level of student life to the campus,” Westbrook said.

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On-campus organizations foster commuter involvement Nonresidential students prove strong campus leaders BY KEVIN RODRIGUEZ CONTRIBUTING NEWS WRITER

The dorms are not the only hub for a true college experience. “Most commuters get involved because they want to have the most real college experience,” said Bibi Yasmin Moghani, chair of the Committee on Student Organizations (COSO). About 25 percent of engaged student leaders on campus are commuter students, according to Danielle Howard, director of the Department of Orientation and Commuter Student Involvement. Commuters get involved to this extent because of their familiarity with the university as South Florida natives, according to sophomore Dariel Fagundo. It also helps them from being excluded from a complete college experience that is often equated with residential life. 4

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“Since commuters stayed at home, they want to immerse themselves at UM and get involved,” he said. Without a dorm on campus, commuters tend to congregate in the International Lounge located on the second floor of the University Center. The Association of Commuter Students (ACS) and La Federacion de Estudiantes Cubanos (FEC) offices are located in the I-Lounge, and they help commuters adopt a social and cultural life at the university. Commuters have solidified their foothold as leaders in organizations, such as Student Government (SG), FEC, ACS and programming boards such as COSO. Commuters have also worked as resident assistants and academic fellows in the residential colleges. For example, SG President Nawara Alawa and newly-elected SG Vice President Justin Borroto are commuter students. Commuters have a tradition of being part of SG executive boards and administration, addressing concerns such as parking and campus involvement. UM is one of a handful of schools nationwide that has a department that focuses on the needs of commuter students. The Department of Orientation and Commuter Student Involvement emphasizes building relationships and net-

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working opportunities among commuters. Junior Elan Aleman said that the department does a good job in presenting itself and the opportunities available for commuters through programs such as Great Start. Great Start is a weekendlong, pre-orientation program that takes place in the summer. It is designed to promote and emphasize college adjustment and campus involvement opportunities for first-year commuter students. “Great Start is the pivotal motivation for some of us to get involved,” Moghani said. About 21 percent of commuter students are active leaders in universities across the United States, according to an article in US News and World Report. The low percentage is due to the fact that major universities are located in small cities and do not have many options for freshmen. Universities in larger cities, however, such as Marquette University, Indiana State University, University of Pittsburgh and Stony Brook University, usually offer commuter student services. Like UM, these services include a lounge, commuter assistants and programs to help students get involved on campus.

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ANDREA BROOK FRESHMAN “I think it’s perfectly fine for the government to provide this information and the scorecards, because ... it’s a good way to provide families with this information.”

MAX SANCHEZ SOPHOMORE “I think it’s a good thing that they are giving this out because they’re not forcing you to go to a specific college. It’s going to break it down, make everything easier and have all the information in one place.”

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New tool eases college process ways been handled at the state level and the fact that the national government is stepping in to provide a service is extremely beneficial. With tuition rapidly increasing and colleges becoming more selective, students looking to attend college need to know their options. The accurate and verified information that this tool provides is not available at any other levels of government. With the College Scorecard, students have a service that wouldn’t be provided elsewhere. Even if students research colleges on their own, they are more likely to find information that is skewed, biased or disorganized. Our government has finally stepped in, the right way, and is helping prospective college students make responsible decisions when thinking about their futures. The College Scorecard also helps parents determine

what schools they can and cannot afford, excluding scholarships and grants that their children may receive. Although the breakdown is user-friendly, it would be helpful to rate the universities on a grading scale as well. Some individuals will understand the system a little better, and it will put the scorecard into perspective. As the government continues to create positive initiatives that benefit prospective college students, they should also keep current college students in mind. Creating a College Scorecard that breaks down the affordability of postgraduate programs, such as graduate school, law school and medical school, should be the next initiative the government takes on. Editorials represent the majority view of The Miami Hurricane editorial board.

Hair gel, duck faces aren’t in style hile watching any high school Disney channel movie, you will often see an older character with a popped collar, 14 ounces of gel in his hair and an ego the size of the entire “Jersey Shore” cast. This is the stereotypical college douchebag. He will probably drive a forKYLE RAMBO CONTRIBUTING eign sports car and throw an obnoxCOLUMNIST iously big party while his parents are away. Then he will attempt - and fail - to steal the pretty, good girl away from a guy who wouldn’t dare cheat on his math test. If I have just described what you do, there is no saving you. Just because you are unable to pay for a Mercedes doesn’t mean you are not a jerk. Money has nothing to do with it. It’s how you use what you have. If you own Ray Bans and wear them every day religiously, you are a douche. It does not matter how much you think you look like Ryan Gosling in them, no one is allowed to wear sunglasses to their 8 p.m. class.

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Choosing the right university to attend is always a difficult task, especially when affordability is a critical deciding factor. The United States government recently created the College Scorecard, an online tool to help prospective college students decide what school is the best fit for them. It allows individuals to search colleges by name, location, personal interests, type of college and other popular criteria. A tool like this, created by the government, is unprecedented. Not only does this scorecard allow people to search any accredited university in the U.S., it also provides a breakdown for each school based on the average cost per year, graduation rate, loan default rate, loan borrowing amount and postgraduation employment. Education issues have al-

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As long as most of your outfits don’t resemble The Situation or Kanye West, you should be good. You shouldn’t have any Ed Hardy shirts in your closet. Burn them along with your cologne-dipped Abercrombie polo now. If there are any pictures of you on social media making a duck face or flexing your arm covered in a sleeve of dragon tattoos, please remove them. You must treat the art of social networking correctly. Using your Instagram to post every food, drink and illegal substance that enters your body is also unacceptable. Girls are not excluded from this. If you own a tiny dog and carry it around in an overly branded handbag while wearing glasses that are bigger than your face and make disgusted looks at every guy that holds the door for you, then you fall into this unfortunate category. The time has come to stop listening to John Mayer. Delete your TiVO-recorded stand up specials of Dane Cook. Your days of wearing extra-low-cut V-necks and hitting on girls at the library are over. Kyle Rambo is a junior majoring in education. Feb. 27 - March 3, 2013

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With the prime location just a few blocks from campus at Sunset Shops, Ra Sushi has the best rolls in town. You can’t go wrong with the Gojira Roll – even if you can’t pronounce it – or the Viva Las Vegas Roll, Ra’s ‘must have’ menu item. If you’re not in the mood for Sushi, Ra has you covered with a wide menu from Asian chicken wings to beef teriyaki to spicy tuna Asian tacos. Fish isn’t the only thing swimming, with happy hour 3 to 7 p.m. Monday to Saturday and reverse happy hour 10 p.m. to midnight Monday to Thursday, your thirst is guaranteed to be quenched, even on a tight budget. Be daring and order the infamous Umami Punch, known locally as the fishbowl. Hot sake, Miyagi Margaritas, Moshi Mojitos, beer and wine will keep you imbibed all through dinner. Ra Sushi is located at 5829 SW 73rd St., South Miami.

BY ASHLEY MARTINEZ COPY EDITOR

When you’ve got a craving for authentic Cuban cuisine, look no further than Versailles on Calle Ocho, the heart of Little Havana. The restaurant combines the look and feel of the famed French Palace with the sazon of a Cuban kitchen. Immerse yourself in the savory dishes of Cuba: rice and beans, fried plantains, and grilled “palomilla” steak. Appetizers like ceviche or “Fufu con masitas,” mashed plantains and fried pork chunks, transport you to your own island paradise. Embrace the culture of Calle Ocho and eat another croquetta … or four. No one will judge you because they’ll be too busy enjoying their pastelitos and sipping their cafecitos. Versailles is located at 3555 SW 8th St., Miami.

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Sitting on the crystal waters of Biscayne Bay and overlooking the gleaming buildings of downtown Miami, the Rusty Pelican offers visitors a view unlike any other. Restaurant-goers are then treated to some of the best food Miami has to offer, served to them by a friendly personal staff. For appetizers, order the baked crab cake with grilled corn and chipotle aioli. Then order the oven-roasted Patagonian tooth-fish for the main course. It’s served with smoked plantains mash on top of a roasted Anaheim pepper and then drizzled in mango-papaya sauce. The Rusty Pelican is located at 3201 Rickenbacker Causeway, Key Biscayne. LUISA ANDONIE // CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER

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Taco Bell is like those few tattered T-shirts at the bottom of your drawer. You’re not proud to own them, and you’d never wear any in public, but you can count on them for unmatchable comfort. Much like those ratty T-shirts, Taco Bell will always be there for you in times of need (read: drunken debauchery). The restaurant chain triumphantly embraced its status as the ultimate cheap snack after a night out with a classic Super Bowl ad last month. It’s the best fake beef money can buy. To eliminate some of the guilt you feel the next morning – I ate how many Doritos Locos Tacos? – try throwing the receipt away right off the bat. Taco Bell is located at 6310 South Dixie Highway, Miami.

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EVOS sells environmentally friendly fast food. Though that may sound like a turn off to some, its air baked French fries and decadent burgers make this establishment a must-go-to location. Not into the restaurant’s natural and humanely raised beef? Check out some of their other options, including delicious trout wraps and air baked chicken strips. Evos is located at 9537 South Dixie Highway, Pinecrest.

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If you’re looking for a fresh catch and one of the best happy hours in Miami, Monty’s is your best choice. The restaurant - with locations in South Beach and Coconut Grove - offers fresh seafood carts, open from 4 to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday with six oysters for $5 and stone crab claws for $4 each. Plus, if you want to pair your meal with a beer, all drinks are half off between 4 and 8 p.m. Monday through Friday. Monty’s is located at 2550 South Bayshore Drive, Coconut Grove. Feb. 27 - March 3, 2013

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There were five worthy nominees in this category, but one stands alone. Maybe it’s just me, but cinnamon rolls and milkshakes taste better when made by German Mennonites. The next time you have a couple hours free, head down south farther than you’ve probably dared to go. It’ll be worth it when you arrive at the sprawling Knaus Berry Farm, where you can pick fresh strawberries and tomatoes (call to make sure they’re in season), or grab some rustic breads and pies to go. On the weekends make sure to get an early start, or the line will be longer than the cashier’s beard. CAYLA NIMMO // PHOTO EDITOR

Knaus Berry Farm is located at 15980 SW 248th St., Homestead.

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Craving something sweet? Head over to Dylan’s Candy Bar on Lincoln Road. Complete with a chocolate fountain, spiked milkshakes, retro candy and Belgian chocolate boyfriends, this new Miami hotspot is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. Relive your childhood as you step back into a time when the most important day of the year was November first – National Eat-All-Your-HalloweenCandy day. The bright color scheme and bubbly atmosphere will make even the toughest “guido” into a kid again. Dylan’s Candy Bar is located at 801 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. CAYLA NIMMO // PHOTO EDITOR

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There are approximately 418 self-serve frozen yogurt establishments within 10 minutes of campus, and they typically are pretty redundant. My Yogurt Bliss has done an impressive job of distinguishing itself from the competition. The flavors range from the traditional favorites (Nutella, red velvet cake, etc.) to more adventurous ones like pomegranate or pink guava. Your yogurt selection won’t matter so much once you’ve had your way with the toppings line. We’re talking waffle cone crumbles, Cinnamon Toast Crunch and Nutter Butter cookies. MONICA HERNDON // ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR

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Miami’s oldest bar is a hidden treasure that stands out from the pack of Downtown hotspots. The combination of a cozy outdoor section with lots of space inside gives Tobacco Road a down-to-earth, hometown feel. Cheap beer and $2 drink specials are always enticing, but what makes this charming dive bar truly unique is its calendar of zany events. For example:

Wedding Bash, a Vegas-inspired extravaganza where couples can marry or remarry by the power vested in the Elvis impersonator. Tobacco Road is essentially the least “Miami” bar in Miami – and that’s exactly the point. Tobacco Road is located at 626 South Miami Ave., Miami.

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The Rat is the best place to drink, period. Think about it, the Rathskeller fits you no matter what mood you’re in. Failed a test? Go buy a pitcher. Aced a test? Go celebrate with a pitcher. Hey, that girl you’ve been wanting to talk to is at the Rat, you should go ask her to split a pitcher! What’s that? She told you to go away? Well, you might as well have a pitcher to ease the pain. Plus, if you go to the Rat at just the right time, and with a little luck, you can have the magical experience of seeing one of your professors there.

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All you pretentious beer aficionados who refuse to drink PBR and Natty Light at tailgates, rejoice! Roll up your sleeves because you’re going to want to come back to taste all 50 beers on tap. While you’re there, sign up for the WOB University Card, which is a free rewards program for students and faculty. You’ll receive 50 percent off all drafts all day on Wednesdays.

It’s the Best of Miami Upset of the Year! Beds over bagels, the voters say. Bagel Emporium enjoyed a lengthy run atop the market for hangover cures, and it’s safe to say UM students will always account for an enormous chunk of their weekend breakfast business. But the best, simplest place to nurse a

World of Beer is located on 9010 SW 72nd Place, Miami.

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hangover is in one’s own bed. Think of the flexibility: A bathroom just steps away. An assortment of acceptable series to re-watch on Netflix – without moving. The ability to spend the entire day without interacting with a single other human being. It’s a recipe for recovery. THE MIAMI HURRICANE

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We live for College Night on Thursdays at Coconut Grove’s ultimate guilty pleasure – Sandbar. It might be the all the beers we drink, or the ones that keep falling on the sticky floor, but when the music starts, everyone gets onto the dance floor. Sweat drips as everyone goes from somewhat mild-mannered to grimy in less than 30 seconds. Face it, you love seeing that random kid from your psych class trying to score with anything with a pulse. It’s truly admirable.

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Sandbar Sports Grill is located on 3064 Grand Ave., Coconut Grove.

If you’re a student at UM, chances are you’ve been to LIV ... or at least heard of it. Located in the ritzy Fontainebleau Hotel, this club is known for many things: DJs, drinks and debauchery. But perhaps the best part about hitting up LIV is the celeb sightings. The South Beach hot spot has welcomed Dwyane Wade, JLo, Marc Anthony, Fergie, the Kardashians, Paris Hilton and P. Diddy, just to name a few. So if you find yourself wanting to party with the elite, LIV won’t be a disappointment. Club LIV is located at 4441 Collins Ave., Miami Beach.

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Alright, first things first: The only reason to do this is because you haven’t checked it off your bucket list. Don’t make a habit of sex in the stacks. It’s not great and it’s not glamorous, but you’ll be able to say you did it. Novice mistake: Stacks sex at night or during finals. There will be too many others lurking about. Anyway, preparation is key. Stake out your floor, look up and find out where the cameras are. Best of luck on your scholarly sexcapades. And keep it quiet … it is a library, after all.

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It’s freshman year. You’ve found a kid on your floor (and every other floor) who sells weed, but you don’t yet have the balls to smoke in your dorm. Now obviously, you could just take a stroll down the residential streets by the music school with all the other like-minded Canes. Or you could head the other direction to the pit by the art school. Just behind the arboretum, this hidden gem is a mini hippie paradise in a far part of school that’s generally undisturbed. Light up and look at the stars, or bring a guitar and sing some tunes to complete your campus green day. MONICA HERNDON // ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR

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Each March, a sea of neon colors and glitter forms at Bayfront Park Downtown Miami. Thousands of people make pilgrimages to worship the electronic music gods, and do so dressed in their finest attention-calling garbs. This year, Ultra Music Festival will be celebrating its 15-year anniversary, and, in true Ultra fashion, the celebration will be over the top. For two consecutive weekends, the finest electronic and house music will be blaring through speakers in Downtown Miami during Miami’s Music Week. For more information, visit ultramusicfestival.com or download the 2013 Ultra Music Festival app in the iTunes store.

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If you’re sick of driving down to the same beaches, sick of getting sand everywhere and sick of having to deal with inconsiderate tourists who take up prime beach real estate, pack your bags and take a trip to the happiest place on earth. Orlando, Fla., is known for its theme parks and club scene, all of which make it the perfect spot for a one-day get-away. If you’re looking for a family-friendly vacation, you can hop over to either Disney or Universal Studios, where day tickets are $89 and $123, respectively. Want to have more adult fun? Check out Orlando’s nightlife with bars fit for everyone’s taste. From jazz clubs to lounge-club, there is sure to be something that will tickle your fancy.

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After being stuck on the cramped, rowdy buses for an hour, the sight of the Sun Life stadium is a relief, especially once you spot the sea of tents out front. It’s impossible not to feel close to people at the tailgate as you try to make your way through the packed parking lot. With crowds of pumped Canes fans everywhere you look — not to mention the endless coolers of beer — the mood is infectious, and you never know who you’ll end up splitting a Bud with or dancing next to during the Wobble. So pull out all your green and orange and get ready to dance Gangnam Style on the bed of someone’s pick-up truck with all your potential new friends.

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This Miami-bred band means business: Less than a year since its creation, all-girl band Testokra plays regularly at venues around South Florida, including Churchill’s, Fox’s, The Talent Farm and Lester’s. This summer, drummer Ale Campos, bassist Nicole Mijares and guitarist/singer Carolyn Helmers plan to venture from the Magic City to tour a bit of the east coast. Not only is this band made up of Miami natives, but Helmers is also a junior at UM. To check out what the band is up to, visit testokra.bandcamp.com or facebook. com/testokra. CAYLA NIMMO // PHOTO EDITOR

BY LYSSA GOLDBERG ASSISTANT EDITOR

Offering a wider selection than Chipotle and higher quality ingredients than Taco Bell, Lime Fresh Mexican Grill is the ultimate casual Mexican fast food. Lime uses humanely raised meat and produce delivered daily for all of the restaurant’s homemade salsa, sauces and sides. And with 13 locations throughout Florida, plus another coming to campus in the University Center next fall, it’s easy to enjoy quesadillas, tacos, fajitas and burritos to your heart’s content. Order at the register, take your lime-shaped number placard to your table, and wait for a server to deliver your meal within minutes. Meanwhile, make a beeline for the salsa station, where you can serve yourself pico de gallo, cilantro, fresh limes and black bean corn salsa – or habañero salsa if you’re feeling bold. For about $3 a taco, or $8 for three, Lime is a satisfying and delicious option at an affordable price. Lime is located at 9005 SW 72nd Place, Miami.

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The hottest street in South Beach, Lincoln Road is home to Miami locals and foreign tourists alike. And don’t be surprised if you spot celebrities like Kim Kardashian strolling down the street, too. From restaurants exclusive to Lincoln Road, like Nexxt Cafe and Van Dyke Cafe, to popular eateries that have migrated south, including Shake Shack and Serendipity 3, the pedestrian mall has it all. In addition to high-end boutiques filled with items you can only dream of affording, mainstream stores touch on all of the essentials: the Apple Store, Gap and American Apparel. Forever 21 and H&M are two of the street’s newest additions. But Lincoln Road is not just a daytime shopping central or favorite lunch spot. The area picks up after dark, attracting night owls to bars and clubs. With such a wide array of options, Lincoln Road is sure to impress the most avid shopaholic, foodie or party animal in your group of friends, so make sure to give them the true Miami Beach experience next time you have visitors come to town. Lincoln Road runs east to west between 16th and 17th streets, extending several blocks between Alton Road and Washington Avenue.

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home losses for the men’s basketball team this season. The Canes are 13-0 at home after Wednesday.

straight games against the Gators without a win for the Miami baseball team, which travels to Gainesville, Fla.

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Canes notch midweek wins, Gators up next Thompson leads team with 14 RBI BY ERNESTO SUAREZ SPORTS EDITOR

Two weeks into the season, Miami has worked the “one game at a time” mentality into a 9-0 start. For the second year in a row, the Canes will take a sizable winning streak into a weekend series against the Florida Gators. Miami extended its perfect start with a win Wednesday night over the Barry Buccaneers, 5-1. Coach Jim Morris called it an “allaround team effort.” “I thought we played extremely well tonight. We pitched well, [Thomas Woodrey] got his first career win,” he said. “We always have a player of the game, but we really didn’t have one tonight. There wasn’t one guy that stood out, it was a team effort.” The Hurricanes got on the board against the Buccaneers when catcher Garrett Kennedy drove in Michael Broad with a single in the second inning. Second baseman Alex Hernandez added another in the inning to give Miami a 2-0 lead, but was then caught stealing. Woodrey, in his second start of the year, walked in a run with the bases loaded in the third inning. He got out of the jam with no further damage. It was the only run Woodrey would give up. “He gutted it out, I don’t think he had his best stuff,” Morris said. “Of the three games he’s pitched, this is probably the least stuff he’s had. His velocity was down, but he battled and did a good job of holding runners when he was on. When you go out there and win without your best stuff, it shows you something.” The Canes blew the game open in the fifth, scoring three runs to extend their lead to 5-1 over the Buccaneers. Freshman first baseman David Thompson hit a single to collect

NICHOLAS GANGEMI // STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER PROTECTING HOME FIELD: Senior catcher Alex San Juan rounds first and heads for second during Tuesday night’s 5-4 win against St. Thomas. Miami is 9-0 this season. They will be facing the No. 29 Florida Gators in Gainesville, Friday through Sunday.

his 14th RBI of the season, a team high. Miami would not relinquish that lead for the rest of the night, keeping Barry scoreless after the third frame. On Tuesday, Miami trailed St. Thomas 4-2 when a double from Broad tied the game up in the bottom of the eighth. Earlier that inning, right fielder Chantz Mack hit a line drive up the middle for a double of his own after second baseman Alex Hernandez took first base on a walk. Then, with two outs and the count at 0-1 Broad was able to hit a deep

ball to bring Mack and Hernandez home. After a spectacular diving catch by center fielder Dale Carey preserved the tie going into the bottom of ninth, the Canes were able to load the bases with two walks and a bunt. Hernandez put a liner in shallow right field for a walk-off hit that secured the come-from-behind win. “[I was] just trying to put the ball in play,” Hernandez said. “I know the infield was in as well, and I was just trying to tee something up and hit it hard, make something happen.”

The victory on Tuesday not only preserved Miami’s 9-0 record, but it also marked the first start of the season for junior pitcher Bryan Radziewski. The lefty missed much of last year with a seasonending shoulder injury. Although Radziewski only saw limited action, being replaced after two innings, he was able to hold the Bobcats scoreless. “It’s been a while since I’ve seen live hitters, since playing another opponent, so I was just trying to work on my stuff,” he said. Miami now prepares for a

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tough regular season matchup against the No. 29 Florida Gators. The 3-6 Gators have struggled as of late, and they were swept at home by Florida Gulf Coast. But the Canes have come up empty in recent years against their instate rival, losing the last 11 straight games since 2010. “To me it’s a very fun environment. I like when the fans are all hostile and stuff,” Mack said. “The fans heckle you all game, but you can’t let it bother you. Just stay focused on the game, and we’ll be fine.” Patrick Riley contributed to this story.

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ON THE RUN: Junior guard Rion Brown dribbles into the lane against a Virginia Tech defender. Despite a slow shooting start, Miami never trailed Wednesday night on its way to a 76-58 win. Shane Larkin lead the Canes with 22 points, and Kenny Kadji scored 20 of his own as the fifth-ranked squad regained some of its offensive firepower. Miami (23-4) is now 14-1 in the ACC with a perfect 13-0 home record this season. Virginia Tech (12-16, 3-12 ACC) dropped its level of play once Erick Green, the nation’s leading scorer, was injured. He finished with 16 points, just the third time this year Green failed to reach 20. The Canes travel to Durham, N.C., to face No. 3 Duke at 6 p.m. Saturday. Miami destroyed then-No. 1 Duke 90-63 in late January.

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