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n May, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicted an especially active hurricane season – June 1 through Nov. 30 – for the Atlantic basin. As the peak of the season approaches, 2011’s first hurricane is less than 400 miles away from Miami, and the importance of being prepared for such a disaster cannot be overlooked. As of Wednesday, Hurricane Irene is forecasted to simply bring heavy rain and winds to Coral Gables on Thursday afternoon. But what about prepping for the next two to five major hurricanes NOAA expects to develop before December? Here are a few tips of which the UM community should be mindful to prepare for the worst.

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CAMPUS LIFE

Survey sparks smoke-free initiative

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New policy limits areas for smokers

BY ALYSHA KHAN NEWS EDITOR

Almost a year after the Miller School of Medicine’s campus went smoke-free, the Coral Gables campus is rolling out a new plan to restrict smokers to designated areas.

The new initiative, which has yet to be named, will create designated smoking areas around the campus and will incorporate educational programs about the various smoke-free initiatives on campus.

It will also increase the resources available for students and faculty who wish to quit.

The policy will not affect the Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science campus.

“We want to minimize exposure to secondhand smoke and provide resources to students if they choose to not smoke,” said Gilbert Arias, assistant vice president for student affairs. “Our purpose is to make the campus safer.”

The previous policy banned smoking in all buildings and within 25 feet of the residential colleges and the Herbert Wellness Center.

The new initiative was inspired by a survey created by a committee of undergraduate, graduate and law students.

This summer, a revolution happened in Spain. Take a gander at Marlena Skrobe’s slide show of photos she took while on Study Abroad.

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NO SPARKS: Graduate students smoke their cigarettes while socializing on campus. The new initiative will create designated smoking areas on campus and thus create a smoke-free area.

“I was sitting on the campus smoking research committee, and the committee was talking about what it thought students wanted,” said Ryan Aquilina, last year’s SG press secretary and creator of the survey. “So I thought, why don’t we find out what they actually want?”

More than 2,000 students responded to the survey, with the majority in favor of creating designated smoking areas. The faculty senate also approved the program.

“It was a joint effort,” Arias said.

Recently, a committee consisting of undergraduate, graduate and law students met to select the designated smoking areas. These areas will be evaluated throughout the course of the semester to determine their effectiveness.

“We chose areas that were close to buildings and out of regular traffic,” Arias said. “We have worked with facilities to put benches and chairs, if they don’t already exist, and ashtrays.”

The ashtrays are perched atop slender, silver poles that mimic the shape of cigarettes.

“It looks like a smoker’s pole,” Arias said. “It’s not unsightly.”

Over the course of the next years, the number of designated areas will slowly shrink until the campus is completely smokefree. Arias hopes to create a league of smoke-free ambassadors to tackle enforcement.

The program will officially be launched on Sept. 1 with a kickoff on the Rock and the release of a website promoting the smoke-free policy and listing the resources available to students and faculty looking to quit.

NEWS BRIEFS OPEN POSITIONS NOW AVAILABLE COSO The Committee On Student Organizations (COSO) is accepting applications for Organization Registration Coordinator, Marketing Coordinator, Constitutional Review, Member at Large and Freshman Member at Large. COSO is responsible for assisting all student organizations, and hosting large events like the spring involvement fair and Canefest. Applications are

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available in the STIC, UC 209 and are due Sept.

9 at 5 p.m. in the same location. For more information, contact Coral Millican at COSO_chair@ miami.edu.

SAFAC Freshmen and sophomore delegate positions are now open on the Student Activity Fee Allocation Committee (SAFAC). SAFAC is responsible for determining how much funding is awarded to each registered student organization. To apply, contact the SAFAC Chair Phil Sookram at safac@miami.edu, or visit miami.

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edu/student-activities.

HEC The Homecoming Executive Committee (HEC) is seeking transfer and freshmen students to join this year’s planning process. All members are required to plan and attend Homecoming events. For more information, visit miami.edu/ homecoming.

Jonathan Borge may be contacted at jborge@ themiamihurricane.com.

Check out Jason Neufeld’s column about who’s at fault in a car accident.

Want to know what Battle of the Bucket is like? Check out Amy Soto’s video, coming soon.

The Miami Hurricane has an opinion about the NCAAA scandal.

Read all about it.

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DINING

Temporary Rathskeller at UC charms students More changes coming soon

BY JONATHAN BORGE AND STEPHANIE PARRA ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR AND COPY CHIEF

A brightly colored, ornate sign with the Rathskeller’s signature logo welcomed students into a milieu of school spirit on Monday, when the restaurant’s temporary location on the first floor of the University Center unveiled dozens of newly refurbished gliders, a wrap-around bar and 10 high-definition TVs. Situated inside Sbarro’s former home with views of the UC pool and an outdoor seating area on the UC patio, the new Rat’s changes took it to the 21st century. But because of limited kitchen space, the menu only offers student favorites and does not serve desserts.

Despite its acrylic updates, the Rat remains true to tradition. The former location, which was torn down over the summer in order to make way for the construction of the new Student Activities Center, embodied a much admired collegiate ambiance.

Though many students felt

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RAT-TASTIC: Students fill the Rathskeller to capacity on Tuesday, the night before classes started. Its temporary location has not deterred the UM population from flocking there for familiar food, drinks and the overall collegiate atmosphere. uneasy about its demolition, the relocation received mostly positive acclaim from alumni and students alike.

“I must say, as someone who took time off to enjoy the old Rat’s last day, I fully endorse the tempo-

rary Rathskeller. Holy cow,” said alumnus Matthew Bunch in a tweet.

For Student Government (SG) President Brandon Mitchell, the changes are beyond his suppositions.

“I love it. I knew that it was go-

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WHAT’S THE VERDICT: Students from Model UN enjoy a meal on Wednesday at the Rathskeller.

The relocation received mostly positive acclaim from alumni and students alike.

ing to be nice, because I saw some of the designs, but it exceeded any of my expectations,” Mitchell said.

The Rat was not the only facility to undergo changes over the summer. Newly painted walls, flooring, lighting and hurricane-resistant windows were all installed into the UC. More renovations are expected to come this fall, including a mural at the entrance of the UC depicting major events in the university’s history, which is set for completion before Homecoming.

Although the changes received generally positive feedback, not all students are satisfied with the “Sbrat,” as some have humorously referred to it.

“It didn’t exceed our expectations but it’s manageable. They should expand for more outdoor seating since it’s half of the original number of gliders they had at the old Rat,” junior Rachel Hyman said.

According to Dan Westbrook, director of the UC, the open area beyond the gliders will give room for the occasional addition of green patio tables, extra seating and a stage for performers.

“I’ve really been looking forward to having the Rathskeller in the building because it’s obviously a source of vibrant life. It’s going to have a lot of activity around the building and I think it’s going be

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a real plus for the UC,” Westbrook said.

Having never experienced the original Rat, new students are indifferent to changes and are excited to make memories.

“I didn’t really experience the old one that much, but from what I saw in the old one, the environment is really the same in both. The gliders are still in the new one,” freshman Vanessa Michaud said.

Monday’s opening created a buzz and drawn the attention of several students. According to the eatery’s Twitter account, @UM_ Rathskeller, one student ordered the first pitcher of beer at 11 a.m. The restaurant was even featured on Thrillist.com, a popular, subscription-based online magazine.

“To me, it gives the UC a whole new level of energy. You walk into the UC and you see tons of people hanging out, having a good time. It will never replace the old Rat, but I think it’s a really awesome place,” Mitchell said.

CHECK OUT VIDEO FOOTAGE BY THE MULTIMEDIA STAFF ONLINE FRIDAY ABOUT THE RAT.

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LIFE AFTER THE U

Unveiling the truth about what comes after college What you should know after you graduate

BY CHELSEA KIMMEY ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR

1. All those As make you special.

Students who boast about straight As beware - these days it is increasingly common to receive an A grade in college. These high marks now account for 47 percent of all letter grades given, according to data published in the Teachers College Record.

Private universities in particular hand out frequent high scores. While public schools award As and Bs to about 73 percent of students, private schools award those grades to an astonishing 86 percent.

Also, those educated at schools with a focus on liberal arts have more of an advantage than those involved in a science or engineering program. Southern schools are also much stingier on grades than schools in other geographic locations.

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2. You’ve seen the last of mom and dad.

Your transition to dorm life warrants an emotional farewell to the family. But fear not, because it is very likely that your old bed will become home again. According to the New York Times, 40 percent of people in their 20s move back in with their parents at some point.

“I left school and my default option was to return home,” said David Reznick, an entrepreneurship and business management alumnus who graduated in 2010. “I naively thought I could start my own company from there, so I had no job lined up.

“I didn’t have my heart set on anything specific that I wanted to do. It became clear that to become professional, I needed some structure. I was lucky to get a job 30 minutes from home through a family friend.”

Reznick was actually lucky. The employment rate for recent college graduates has fallen since 2009, as have starting salaries.

These days, a four-year college degree is “often integral to financial success later in life,” as stated in a U.S. News and World Report article from August 2011.

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Reznick spent eight months at home in New Jersey, but when a job opportunity arose in Boca Raton, he was able to move back to Florida into a house with a Sigma Alpha Mu fraternity brother.

“I actually interned with the company working on a research project back for a class at UM,” he said. “Then I randomly got a call saying I would be a help for their new department.”

Postgraduates face the grim reality of the job market, and are forced to adjust their lifestyle accordingly. The time it takes to get settled alone varies from person to person.

Many choose to attain a master’s degree to gain further education. Those decisions are likely to pay off in the future.

3. Your major doesn’t matter; just follow your dreams.

Certain areas of study have been linked to high earnings right out of school.

Engineering studies account for seven of the top 10 undergraduate bachelor’s degrees that receive the highest salaries. Petroleum engineering was number one on the annual PayScale ranking, with a starting annual pay

of $97,900.

Physics, applied mathematics and computer science were also all in the top 10. That being said, you may want to reconsider abandoning math and science once you complete your requirements.

Aerospace engineering student Ryan Courtney said he hopes to profit from his major. But he said, “I’m not even sure what I’ll do with the degree. I just loved astronauts as a kid and was always good at math and science, so the major seemed appropriate.”

When applying to colleges, people often fail to think about what they will major in. It is important to consider what programs are reputable at which schools.

YOUniversity TV said that the most noted degree programs at UM are in architecture, marine science, business and music.

Nonetheless, the most popular majors for bachelor’s degrees are business, biology and communications/journalism studies, according to the College Board.

“I think that if you stick with one major right from the beginning you’re more likely to master it and be successful,” said sophomore Michael Cohen, who is majoring in finance.

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NEW STUDENT CONVOCATION

Speaker encourages students to succeed Innovation and entrepreneurship crucial for future success

BY ALYSHA KHAN NEWS EDITOR

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Ain’t no party like a Wellness party DO THE TWIST: Freshman Brittany Rodriguez assists fellow freshman Kristina Krasnadamskyte from the floor of the bounce house-style Twister during the Wellness Center House Party on Monday. The class of 2015 was given a chance to receive free T-shirts and other prizes during the house party. The goal of the event was for students to learn about the different equipment available at the Wellness Center and become acquainted with the staff. There was something for everyone on this outrageous night; participants worked up a sweat in a free group exercise class, spent the night dancing to lively music, enjoyed sweet smoothies at the juice bar and participated in interactive games.

According to Carl Schramm, CEO and president of the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, the solution to today’s troubled economy is students.

“You are being baptized by today’s troublesome times,” Schramm said during his speech. “You are going to change the society by i nve nt i n g something and starting a business.”

Schr a m m SCHRAMM spoke last Friday at the New Student Convocation, which was attended by incoming freshman, their families and other members of UM’s community.

“We have to invent a new economy because one thing separates us from the rest of the world – we want growth,” Schramm said.

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ciation that promotes entrepreneurship and innovative thinking. They provided the initial grant for The Launch Pad and introduced the university to the Blackstone Foundation, which allowed The Launch Pad to become a model for a national job creation initiative. “[UM] is the launch pad of The Launch Pad movement across America,” Schramm said. “We say make a job, don’t take a job.”

He emphasized economic growth for the sake of “human welfare.”

“Our duty as citizens is to make sure that we have wealth to ensure that human welfare is constantly expanded,” he said.

Though his speech was aimed at freshmen, much of it was applicable to the entire student body.

“You are in charge,” he said. “You can’t look to teachers, the government or big corporations for the map to your life. This is on your shoulders.”

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LINE UP TO SIGN UP: Senior Caesar Balzotti signs up to be a part of Random Acts of Kindness. Balzotti said he’s seen the group for the past four years, but this was the first time he made an effort to join.

“I think that a random act of kindness can make someone’s day and can go a long way,” he said.

On Tuesday night, thousands of students filled the BankUnited Center to grab as many free items as possible and learn about the 250plus student organizations that the university has to offer. There was also music played by one of Y100’s DJs. This year’s theme was “your time to shine.”

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BOOKSTORE

Digital textbooks provide alternative to students Technology has pros, cons

BY AMITH RAVINDAR CONTRIBUTING NEWS WRITER

Given the progressive nature of the digital age, the digitization of textbooks seemed inevitable.

Within 10 years, it has manifested in formats like Adobe’s PDF and Microsoft’s .lit format. However, only recently has the technology gone mainstream, with gadgets like the Kindle, NOOK and other e-readers.

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Universities that subscribe to the Follet Higher Education Group for textbook distribution will now be able to provide students access to digital textbooks.

Starting this year, students will be able to buy digital editions of their textbooks online, through a system known as CafeScribe.

Through CafeScribe, students can view their textbooks via a desktop application known as MyScribe. Users can highlight and take notes on their digital edition. The system is designed to encourage collaboration, meaning that these notes can easily be

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shared online between users.

“I think the idea is a good one,” sophomore Nikhil Ghorpade said. "Being able to access and interact with your books online from anywhere is a convenience that’s been a long time coming.”

While the technology may make academic material more accessible, there are disadvantages.

The interface of MyScribe has been panned by some as “clunky” and “unintuitive." The proprietary application is only available on Android. Textbooks can’t be viewed on many tablets and

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e-book readers, including Apple products. Furthermore, textbooks can only be viewed through the MyScribe application from a fixed number of computers and only for a limited time, as regulated by a restrictive Digital Rights Management (DRM) system.

“This effectively turns textbooks into a rental program, which ends up costing students,” said Spencer Carran, a senior majoring in biology and mathematics.

From a financial standpoint, the prices of digital editions are marked lower than new print edi-

tions of textbooks sold at UM’s bookstore. Yet the discount is not absolute. When compared to used editions sold at local booksellers, digital textbook prices are similar.

However, when compared to the prices of used textbooks or rental services widely available online, the digital versions lose their edge, especially given their limitations.

Read more about digital textbooks in our editorial on page 10.

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STUDENT AFFAIRS

Walker walks out to join staff at U of Houston Whitely to search for new associate VP

BY MARGAUX HERRERA SENIOR NEWS WRITER

The morning after his trip to Houston, Tennessee native Richard Walker’s southern twang was already back in full swing. The associate vice president for student affairs is back in Miami until Sept. 2, when he will head back to Texas to begin his new positions as vice president for student affairs at the University of Houston and vice chancellor for student affairs for the UH system.

“University of Houston just got tierone research status, and it’s only the third in Texas to reach that,” Walker said. “To be able to join a senior leadership staff with the changes going on … it’s exciting to be a part of that.”

Walker, who started his 25th year at UM this June, says that it has always been his dream to be the vice president for student affairs of a university. He finished his Doctorate of Education in 2009 and has “selectively” been looking for a while.

“And at that point I knew that to reach my career goal I was probably going to have to leave,” he said. “Dr. White-

ly has been here for a long time and she ain’t gonna leave.”

It was Walker who started the plans to renovate the UC back in 2003. Ironically, he’s leaving UM just as the plans are finally being put into effect, and also just as the University of Houston gears up to begin planning for their own new university center.

“This is bittersweet … If I’m leaving, I’ve seen it at least to the point that it’s happening,” he said. “Dr. Whitely said she’s going to invite me back for the opening of 2013. I feel good leaving after eight years of planning. I’m excited to see it’s gotten off of the ground.”

After a quarter of a decade, it is obvious that there is something that has kept the jubilant Walker here for so long.

“It’s been great,” he said. What has kept me here is the students. Academically they’re right, they’re very involved; they really do bleed orange and green.

And as well as the staff. I’ve had wonderful colleagues that I’ve worked with across the institution. That’s really what kept me.”

Of all the students that have passed through his door over the years, there is one in particular who has been with Walker since the beginning.

“I met him my first week of school here. He was the Greek advisor and I

COURTESY RICHARD WALKER

SERVING THE U: Richard Walker and David Goldberg, a spring 2011 graduate, pose for a picture during the Walk a Mile in her Shoes event for victims of domestic and sexual violence. joined a sorority. He was a phenomenal mentor. Through the years it’s been really neat to have someone who was your mentor to become a really good friend and a

college,” said Allison Gillespie, who is currently director of student events.

Walker has left his mark on UM in more ways than just the tangible UC. “I’ve known him for over half my life.

He’s somebody who’s always thoughtful, in kindness and actions and decisions he makes. One of the many great things about him is that he believes in people and often sees the potential in someone that they don’t see in themselves. He’s confident enough in himself to let people make mistakes,” she said.

While he’s excited for the move, Walker will also miss the university where he has been for so long.

“It’s bittersweet to leave a place you’ve been so long. But it’s exiting to make this significant change. Uprooting your life and moving to this new city. It’s exciting to make this new move in my career. But I will always be a Miami Hurricane. I have my Ph.D. from UM and I’ll always bleed orange and green,” Walker said.

Dr. Whitely will begin the search for Walker’s replacement this fall.

“As cliché as it is, our loss is definitely University of Houston’s gain. They better get ready, They have no idea what they have coming. It’s a great, positive thing and it’s definitely going to change that place,” Gillespie said.

A Glance at the Globe

Debt deal to affect future grad students Interest rates higher on loans

BY KYLIE BANKS SENIOR NEWS WRITER

A compromise in the debt deal that Washington has recently passed may make potential graduate students reconsider their choices for higher education.

Starting July 1, 2012, the federal government will no longer offer subsidized Stafford loans to graduate students. Before the debt deal, graduate students who qualified for financial assistance were not required to

pay interest on up to $8,500 of government-issued loans while in school. The recent compromise includes medical and law school loans as well.

The Miami Herald reported that the deal will save the government $18 billion over the next decade. Legislators made this compromise to protect Pell Grants, which help fund undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need. The deal has no impact on undergraduate loans.

The plan appears to significantly harm most graduate students. But many are not qualified for financial aid and are already required to take out loans that

require interest payments while in school.

“Graduate students take out Grad PLUS loans, and I’m pretty sure we already start paying interest on those from the beginning,” said Lauren Spahn, a second-year law student.

Moreover, many students currently in graduate school will be able to complete their education before the law takes effect.

“This will not affect the amount that I take out,” said Leslie Watt, a second-year law student.

Nonetheless the loan changes will have a larger effect on future grad students. The lackluster economy has increased

the desire for a graduate degree.

Consequently, some students will be forced to borrow money for that education.

“I will think more economically now, but I’m still going to go to graduate school,” said junior Alex Lal. However, others have been discouraged by Congress’s new measures.

“It obviously depends on the field, but if I’m going to have to pay interest while going to school, I might as well just try to join the work force earlier and forgo the gain from graduate school,” said senior Ben Reback.

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dents, the University of Miami’s graduate program has measures in place to lower the cost of graduate school for cash-strapped students.

“We have already taken steps to mitigate the effect of changes in the loan program,” said Margot Winnick, assistant VP of media relations. “We were concerned about the debt load students were taking on to fund their education and we wanted to be attractive to the best candidates for graduate programs.”

The potential graduate student must weigh the costs of their options to make the most financially sound decision for their future.

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Still hooked on books We seem to be in the midst of the digital book revolution. Borders is dead, libraries are closing and sales of e-readers are through the roof.

And yes, there’s something to be said for the convenience of a Kindle. You can carry an entire library of books in a device weighing less than nine ounces, and perfectly sized to slip into a pocket or a bag. You can have all of your textbooks in one place. The possibilities are, essentially, limitless.

But the printed book is the oldest medium for a reason. Digital books, while convenient, have several distinct disadvantages. There are numerous different formats and devices, and they aren’t compatible with each other. What are the odds of finding one with every book you’re interested in?

Putting all your eggs in one basket can be dangerous, especially when it comes with the inherent problems of being digital. What if your device gets stolen, and you lose everything? What if it breaks, or the server goes down? And really, were you planning on carrying all those textbooks around anyway?

Print books, on the other hand, don’t break.

Research also shows that reading print helps

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I would like to ask President Shalala, however, to which study or studies she refers to in her message.

us retain more of what we read. We seem to be conditioned to skim what we read on a screen, and reading digitally takes away everything that spatial memory contributes to the experience of reading a book. This isn’t even taking into consideration the havoc screens wreak on our eyes.

On a more sentimental note, reading a book on a device is immensely less personal than its counterpart. You can pour yourself into a book in ways you can’t on a screen; doodles, smudges from tears, dog-ears, handmade bookmarks, and, of course, that wonderful book smell. Books are works of art in their own right, with their cover design and binding, and can be kept forever. Your Kindle will be outdated in a month.

Books are also practical in ways that ereaders could never be. You can use them to prop things up, keep a table steady, hit people, play Dominoes, fuel a fire, etc. If you were stranded on a desert island, wouldn’t you rather have a book than a tablet?

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The recent message from President Shalala detailing both the u n i ve r s i t y ’s and the student’s efforts in becoming MATTHEW ALLEN CONTRIBUTING a smoke-free COLUMNIST campus got me interested in doing some research. The line that inspired me the most was, “… we’ve confirmed that exposure to secondhand tobacco smoke negatively affects non-smokers as well.”

This caught my interest because I didn’t remember any study that wasn’t discounted or that didn’t misrepresent its own data.

Of course, I have heard of studies that touted the dangers of SHS but most of these studies are heavily influenced by precon-

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I also learned about studies from the World Health Organization.

One study was conducted from twelve centers in seven European countries over seven years – a very scientifically sound study.

It also showed that there was no statistically significant increase in risk to non-smokers and some cases could have a preventative effect. The WHO tried to bury this report but when pressed, they released it with a very misleading headline, “Passive Smoking Does Cause Cancer – Do Not Let Them Fool You.” There are many more examples of questionable studies out there and more details that I haven’t the space to write about.

I would like to ask President Shalala, however, to which study or studies she refers to in her message.

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Learning to live in moderation “It’s just one drink.”

I was just 15 years old when I heard that futile statement. Back then, I wasn’t too strong with the politics of KRYSTEL drinking, but I knew EDWARDS it was something I CONTRIBUTING didn’t want to do ofCOLUMNIST ten. Now I’m forced to confront that sentence once again, but as a young adult who can actually make life-changing decisions.

Though it’s only four words, they pack a punch similar to that shot most college students drink. I knew that coming to Miami meant I’d be tempted by the infamous party scene, but contrary to what most of my friends assume, I did not choose Miami for that reason (I happen to like the fact it’s warm all year round). Drinking terms are somewhat a part of my vocabulary, but only when it comes to sodas and juices.

Though I know that sometime during the course of my college career in Miami I’ll probably have some drinks, I trust myself to keep it in moderation, unlike some notorious party rockers (cough-Amy Winehouse-cough). I’m not trying to land myself in rehab- no, no, no. I don’t think Winehouse only had a problem with alcohol, but a much bigger problem with indulgence and keeping herself in check.

Most of us don’t know when to stop, whether it be with drinking, shopping or even studying. We always want more, until we are passed out on the couch or suffering from a nervous breakdown. We don’t understand the meaning of limitations and allow something as unnecessary as rehab become the new focal point of our lives.

We make these potentially dangerous behaviors become “cool,” even “attractive.” There is nothing wrong with a simple glass of wine, but it’s really taking it too far if all you do is chug a beer every day.

Maybe if Ms. Winehouse learned to keep that first drink in check, she might still be with us today. I hope her sad story helps get out the message that things are better in moderation, and if that doesn’t work for you, there are always sober activities available for anyone who is willing to take advantage of them. For right now, I’ll decline that one drink.

Freshmen utilize Facebook to connect early After making your college decision, there seems to be an unspoken rule that you are to immediately update your Facebook status with it, order a shirt from JACKIE SALO the online bookstore, CONTRIBUTING and then, finally, join COLUMNIST the class of “20-whatever” Facebook group, where you are thrust into meeting your 2,500 new classmates. Forget Aug. 18, this Facebook group is your unofficial orientation.

The conversation starts out general, as it often does at orientations. It starts with a “where’s everyone from?” and soon becomes overwhelmed by everyone reppin’ their hometown.

After the introduction, there comes the “getting-to-know-everyone” game.

“Hey! I’m Jackie and I love nice weather, having fun and being social! Work hard, party hard! Are there others out there like me?”

No way! That response received

200 likes! Who knew there was anyone else out there who liked those things?

The amiable atmosphere starts dulling away when one person has brings up the deadline to find your roommate.

After that, havoc ensues. All of a sudden, everyone is posting on each other’s walls, saying, “Still need a roommate!

I’d prefer if you weren’t a kleptomaniac or someone who sleeps with a bag of toenails under their pillow, but I’d take anyone at this point. Add me!”

I immediately start getting friend requests with messages like, “Wanna room?”

Should I be turned off by their desperation and bluntness, or f lattered that my default and hometown alone made them want to commit to breathing my same air for an entire school year?

It takes a lot of effort to screen potential roommate candidates. One girl listed “Bring It On 2” as her favorite movie - it could never work. Another could have been a good roommate, but she had a default with her cat and I’m totally allergic to them. What if she has cat hair on her clothes? Before you

know it, I have stalked them back to 2009 and know them better than I knew the lyrics to all of Blink 182’s songs.

I always heard that college was your chance to escape the choke hold high school had on your reputation, with its bleak walls preventing you from running free and being your true self. Every ‘90s family-oriented sitcom told me so. However, this was before Mark Zuckerberg showed up and Facebook changed the way we communicate forever.

You don’t just enter college blindly, not knowing a single face besides that kid who graduated two years ago from your high school. With those Facebook friends of yours, you now come in with a semi-clean slate.

There are pros and cons to living under the rules of a social networking site. While you can now find a group of people that watch “Entourage” as religiously as you do before you set foot on campus, everyone can see that mortifying photo tagged of you in 9th grade when you had a third-degree sunburn on your face. You decide: is it worth it?

Plan ahead to make it to class on time August is here.

You know what that means. Back to waking up early, studying, teachers and homework. The first day of school, for some, was full of excitement and nerves, TAYLOR DUCKETT but others saw it CONTRIBUTING COLUMNIST just as an interruption of their sleep.

Gone, for now, are the days of going to bed at 2 a.m. and waking up at noon the next day, randomly meeting up with your friends and being carefree with no schedule to follow. After three months of lax behavior, getting back into the rhythm of school is no joke. It is going to be a lot of work.

First, you should know what type of sleeper you are. If you tend to hit snooze

on the alarm, it may be a good idea to put the alarm somewhere you can’t reach while lying in bed. If you tend to ignore your alarm altogether, then try setting more than one alarm. If this doesn’t help, try asking your roommate to wake you up. At times, everyone oversleeps and ends up running late. It’s just a part of life, but if you know that you’re more likely to be late than on time, maybe it would be in your best interest to set your alarm clock or watch fast. That will buy you more time and hopefully you’ll make it to class on time.

The biggest hassle every morning is deciding what to wear for the day. Everyone wants to look good and make a good first impression. In order to avoid rushing in the morning, why not lay out your clothes the night before? In the morning, you’ll only have to worry about hair, makeup and accessories. It’s

a win-win; you get the look you want without having to rush, especially if you have an 8 a.m. class on the other side of campus.

UM’s campus is pretty big and can be confusing for new students. Once you get your schedule, take some time to walk around and find where your classes are. That way, you have an idea of where you need to go and you’re less likely to be wandering around lost the first week of school. No one wants to look like a deer in the headlights (though it is bound to happen at least once), but if you ask someone for help, they will most likely be able to point you in the right direction.

The most important thing to remember: work first, party later. There will always be parties, but only one opportunity to make a good first impression.

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PostSecret will host a multimedia presentation on campus Sept. 7 at 8 p.m. in Gusman Concert Hall. For more information, visit the Student Government office (UC 214).

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Organic Flow hosts Underground Hip Hop Awareness Week Aug. 22-27.

Brothers Dave and Matt Duncan started their team over a decade ago and still continue to produce and rap together. They steer away from mainstream, commercial music because ‘it promotes the wrong things,’” Matt said. He and Dave organized a week full of hip-hop events including open mic, live performances and bboy battles.

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“The music we listen to today promotes all types of negative things,” Dave Duncan said. “I just heard a song by Lil Wayne and Drake talking about ‘purple,’ or codeine. They don’t know the impact their words can have on a 12-year-old listening.”

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LOCAL ATTRACTIONS

A Cultural Snob’s/Hipster’s

s you begin your college experience, your orientation leaders bombard you with what to do, see and eat in Coral Gables. With seminars such “Getting Around Campus and the Community” and “Diversifying Your College Experience,” they almost

guarantee you’ll find your place at UM and the City Beautiful. But to be quite frank, you’re not buying it. You know you’re more sophisticated than the rest, and your taste transcends the frat boy sports bars, lame chains and mainstream hangout spots they suggest.

Here’s your guide to the real local scene that your hip self has always longed for.

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The pamphlets, Intro to Miami seminars and shuttle rides all highlight Sunset Place Mall as the go-to spot in town, but you’re sorely disappointed. Where does cultural enrichment fit in with the mall rat lifestyle? Instead of feeling like a tween catching a flick at AMC then sulking in Barnes and Noble, head over to Aragon Avenue for a slightly more erudite experience. Catch indie and foreign movies before they hit the megaplexes at the small, singlescreen Coral Gables Art Cinema, then stop by the nearly 30-year-old, locally owned Books & Books where you can finally check off those Jack Kerouac novels from your reading list.

Coral Gables Art Cinema: 260 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 786-385-9689. gablescinema.com.

Books & Books: 265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-4424408. booksandbooks.com.

Why did the UM student cross the road?

Get down to Just the Funny, Miami’s Home for Improv and Sketch Comedy to find out! The comedy troupe, which formed in 1999, has been performing at the eponymous venue since 2007. Catch them every Friday and Saturday at 9 p.m. for familyfriendly shows and later at 11 p.m. for the adult version. And at just $10 per show, it’s a great place to take a date without ever seeming like you’re trying too hard.

3119 Coral Way, Miami.

305-MY-FUNNY. justthefunny. com.

RIVIERA PARK

What used to be a plain ol’ plot of land behind Publix, has recently been renovated to fit every elitist’s playground dreams. Larger-than-life statues of cute, smiling animals like frogs and dinosaurs are the perfect backdrops for your next Instagram masterpiece.

Here, you can slip on your wayfarers and escape the world of mundane college life by sinking into the kind of book they don’t offer in ENG 105. If you’re feeling meditative, take a blanket and stretch out on the grass to watch little kids take on the miniature rock-climbing wall. Isn’t it just a metaphor for life?

Between Monza Ave. and San Remo Ave., Coral Gables.

THE LOCAL It’s the name that draws you in. You feel like you’re part of a small crowd that you can only see lurking the seedy underbelly of the Gables at night. All right, so there is no seedy underbelly here, but this hole in the wall resto-bar off Miracle Mile is a mecca for the craft food and drink scene in the Gables. Order an IPA ($6) to go with your jerky in a jar ($7) and malanga tater tots ($5). If you don’t know what that means, you don’t deserve to eat here.

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GARDNER’S MARKET Face it, Whole Foods `stopped being hip when you found your childhood friend’s mom wearing Birkenstocks and buying purple carrot juice in aisle five. The alternative? Gardner’s Market, a locally owned and operated specialty market on Red Road. They provide gourmet products like farmhouse cheeses, artisan breads and desserts, and heirloom varieties of fruit and vegetables; plus, they stay away from trans-fats, artificial colors and preservatives. Stop by before your next intellectual dinner party.

8287 SW 57 St., South Miami. 305-667-9953. gardnersmarkets.com.

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Seek the Greek in the Design District

BY STEPHANIE PARRA COPY CHIEF

A bit of Greece has made its way to the Design District.

Its simple, white exterior and surrounding areas may not impress at first, but upon entering, you’ll surely change your mind.

The décor and ambience take you on a quick trip to the Mediterranean; more specifically, a meek, quiet corner of Mykonos or Santorini. You’ll forget all about the typical hipster, artsy crowd the Design District is known for, and embark on a tour of a Greek isle.

The host and hostess, equipped with friendly smiles, immediately seat you upon entering, but given the restaurant’s recent popularity, I’d recommend making a reservation. If you have to wait to be seated, and are of age, you can certainly sit and order drinks at the bar. The bar, much like the rest of the restaurant, shares its minimalist style, but its backdrop draws the eye with a splash of color.

IF YOU GO WHAT: Egg & Dart WHERE: 4029 N. Miami Ave., Miami HOURS: Open nightly for dinner, 5 p.m. – midnight PHONE NUMBER: 786-431-1022

After being seated, I was promptly given a complimentary plate of rustic bread with a small trench of olive oil mixed with spices, capers and sun-dried tomatoes.

Immediately taking recommendations from my friendly waiter, I, along with my party, ordered tzatziki, bacalao croquettes, cucumber croquettes, crispy cheese pie and an horiatiki salad. The tzatziki was a garlic and cucumber yogurt-like dip for the bread. The croquettes each had a distinct taste. While the bacalao had more of a conch-fritter texture, crispy and tough, the cucumber offered a soothing purée consistency. But perhaps my favorite appetizer of all was the crispy cheese pie. Sprinkled with a bit of honey, crispy phyllo dough offered a serape for melted feta cheese. The horiatiki salad was a medley of Greek culinary staples, including black olives and feta cheese.

I enjoy lamb, so naturally the lamb shank entrée caught my eye.

It’s served over a bed of Greek pasta and covered in tomato sauce. The nicely portioned entrée was enough for two. Because the appetizers were plentiful, this was the only main course my party of four had room to try. Next time I might try the pricier, grilled double-cut lamb chops, based on the flavor and tenderness of the lamb shank.

For dessert, we were offered the loukoumades, which is a tasty bit of Greek heaven. The pastry is showered with honey and streamed with walnuts and cinnamon. Offering a perfect combination of sweets

COURTESY COSTA GRILLAS

GREEK IS LOOKING CHIC: Egg & Dart is a new, chic Greek restaurant in the Design District.

Located in the heart of the district, the restuarant serves simple, yet delicious Greek dishes. and spices, the dessert serves as a representation of traditional Greek cooking – perfectly balanced meals.

Although there is no required dress code for the restaurant, you’d be wise to dress in your finest, Mediterranean couture; you are, after all, in Miami’s Design District.

The service was impeccable.

Our waiter was attentive and

prompt – there was never an empty glass. Prices were student-friendly, at an average of about $20, with the small plates costing significantly less.

The restaurant’s location is ideal for grabbing a bite after a night filled with art walks and gallery hopping.

After visiting Greece three

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years ago, I can truly say the restaurant transported my taste buds back to the beautiful sunsets and white, sandy beaches. The foods offered at the restaurant were an authentic representation of traditional Greek cuisine.

Editor’s Note: Egg & Dart provided Stephanie Parra’s meal free of charge.

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COURTESY MAD CAT THEATRE

COMIC RELIEF: Melissa Almaguer played the role of Polly Chekhov. Her dynamic performance, in addition to the rest of the cast’s talent, kept the audience entertained while telling a moving story.

Performance takes humorous approach to daily struggles

BY KARLA DURANGO CONTRIBUTING EDGE WRITER

“So My Grandmother Died, Blah Blah Blah,” which opened Friday at the Light Box Theatre at Goldman Warehouse, is a refreshing, yet complex and fast-paced comedy. The play’s plot centers around the emotional journey of the not-so-successful comedy writer, Polly Chekhov (Melissa Almaguer), as she confronts details of her career, past relationships and her relationship with her family. More specifically, the protagonist battles writer’s block while writing the “perfect” eulogy for her grandmother.

Written and directed by Paul Tei, director of “Burn Notice” and Miami’s Mad Cat Theatre Company founder and artistic director, the play offers a special theatrical experience: The audience is situated just inches away and is at the same level as the performers.

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her grandmother’s eulogy. While she procrastinates, Polly takes her audience through a trippy, yet enlightening journey in which her own personal Greek chorus transforms into different personalities and charges the audience with a great deal of information from a wide mix of subjects.

The play makes several allusions to various people and their work, including Ezra Pound, Billy Joel, Glee, Facebook and the Miami Heat. Though the amount of information in the plot can be overwhelming at times, the actors do a great job of making the plot as clear as possible for the audience.

“So My Grandmother Died” contains a wonderful cast. Each of the performances are incredibly dynamic and truthful. All the actors demonstrate a great use of language and mastery of their craft. In particular, the chorus of deconstructionists (Anne Chamberlain, Ricky Waugh and Troy Davidson) shows an impressive range of versatility. They sing, dance, taunt, inspire and morph into different personalities, while making you laugh non-stop.

Most of the action takes place in Polly’s parents’ house, and the set and light design brilliantly evoke the feeling of comfort and warmth that one generally associates with home.

If you seek some humor, and yearn to be moved by a young girl’s realistic struggles, this may be the play for you.

IF YOU GO WHAT: “So My Grandmother Died, Blah, Blah, Blah” WHERE: Light Box Theatre at Goldman Warehouse; 404 NW 26th St. WHEN: Aug. 19-Sept.

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SMASH AND DASH: Redshirt sophomore Lamar Miller returns a kickoff for a touchdown against the Ohio State Buckeyes last season. The Hurricanes lost 36-24.

Running backs to carry the offensive load James, Miller aim for 1,000 yards in crowded backfield

BY ERNESTO SUAREZ SPORTS EDITOR

Edgerrin James. Willis McGahee. Clinton Portis. Frank Gore. For years, the University of Miami has produced quality running back talents that, in their prime, could be seen atop NFL depth charts and fantasy teams alike.

Now the Hurricanes have two backs on their squad looking to make an impact.

Junior Mike James and redshirt sophomore Lamar Miller are expected to lead the way for a Hurricanes running back corps that opposing defenses may see as dangerous. The duo is affectionately called “Smash and Dash,” for James’s bruising, hard-hitting running style that contrasts to Miller’s ability to dodge the first wave of defenders and race down the field.

“Some fans came up with it and we just used it from there,”

said James when asked about the nickname.

Although Damien Barry took the majority of the carries in his senior season last year, Miller and James were right behind him on the depth chart. Miller carried the ball 108 times for 646 yards and six touchdowns, with James rushing 70 times for 398 yards.

Miller also exploded for 166 yards and three touchdowns during the annual spring game held in April.

Joining them in the backfield will be Eduardo Clements, who was originally a running back, but switched to safety in March, which he played during spring camp. In early August, the decision to switch him back to running back was made to ensure there was depth behind James and Miller.

In addition to sharing responsibilities as a backup running back, Clements is also expected to be a major contributor on special teams, being used as a kickoff and punt returner.

“Our job as coaches is to get the best 22 on the field, and we think right now that he has a better shot to impact this team and help this team on offense,” head coach Al Golden said.

The team also awaits word on the status of running back

Kevin Grooms of South Broward High School. Grooms has been dealing with eligibility issues with the NCAA Clearinghouse that prevent him from playing until they are sorted out.

Miami hasn’t had a 1,000-yard rusher in a season since Willis McGahee in 2002. Many around the program, including Miller and James, believe that they can both finish the season above that plateau.

Such a feat has yet to be reached in the storied running back history of Hurricanes football.

Both James and Miller have the ability to carry the load for the team, but they would like nothing more than to share the wealth.

“We’re just a tight group,” James said. “All of us want to succeed, do anything to help the team out.”

But that doesn’t mean there’s not any competition between the two backs. When asked if Miller finished a game with 150 yards on 10 carries, James added he would “be right behind him, probably at 135.”

“If he scores, you best believe I’m trying to get into the end zone,” he said.

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Injuries thin front court Loss of Johnson, Gamble give new faces chance to shine

BY DAVID FURONES SENIOR SPORTS WRITER

COURTESY AUSTEN MEREDITH

DOWN AND OUT: Senior center Julian Gamble looks for an open man in the VT game last season.

Gamble will be out all year after tearing his ACL.

NECESSARY GAMBLE Gamble’s injury will give Kenny Kadji, a redshirt sophomore who transfered from UF, an opportunity for playing time at center.

With Reggie Johnson out as well, the Canes will rely on Kadji to fill big shoes.

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Julian Gamble, the Canes’ fifth-year senior forward/center, is expected to miss the entire 2011-12 season after tearing his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) Tuesday.

The veteran, who was expected to be a key contributor in Jim Larranaga’s first season as head coach, played in all 35 games last year, starting 13. He averaged 3.8 points and four rebounds per game while placing second on the team in shooting percentage (58.6).

“We feel awful for Julian Gamble,” said Jim Larranga in a statement. “Tearing your ACL is a devastating injury at any time in your career, but particularly in your fifth year of eligibility.”

For Gamble, his focus now shifts from the upcoming season to the rehabilitation of the knee ligament that has proved to be very troublesome for countless athletes before him.

“We will do everything we can to support him in his efforts to rehabilitate this injury,” Larranaga said.

“We know he will also be there supporting his teammates, because that is just the kind of person he is.”

Gamble remains optimistic despite the devastating injury.

“I promise I will come back better and always keep my head up in hard times,” Gamble tweeted Tuesday in the aftermath of the injury.

The news of Gamble’s misfortune came less than two months after starting center Reggie Johnson underwent surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his right knee.

Johnson is expected to be held out for at least another four months and the team anticipates a mid-season return from the team’s leading big man, who averaged a near double-double last season with 11.9 points and 9.6 rebounds per game.

The injuries will force the Canes to get creative during the first few months of the season until Johnson’s return. Their schedule was released Wednesday afternoon, and features some challenging non-conference match-ups against NCAA tournament regulars.

With two of the Canes’ best post players sidelined to start the season, Miami will rely heavily on redshirt sophomore center Kenny Kadji, who will be eligible to play for the Canes after sitting out the 2010-11 season due to his transfer from the University of Florida.

Kadji, a 6-foot-11-inch center from Cameroon, will be Larranaga’s go-to option in the paint as sophomore Raphael Akpejiori, of Nigeria, looks to gain playing time in a frontcourt that is spreading thin.

Larranaga, however, is no stranger to success without size up front.

His 2006 George Mason team that made its miraculous run to the Final Four did not have a single player taller than 6 feet 8 inches.

George Mason, which belongs to the Colonial Athletic Association, defeated storied programs like Michigan State, UNC and Connecticut en route to the Final Four that season.

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Successful squad set to strike Team aiming for NCAA tournament redemption

BY ADAM BERGER SENIOR SPORTS WRITER

While the athletic department finds itself picking up the pieces following the well-documented scandal that rocked the university and its football team to its foundation last week, another program is readying for another successful season on the court.

Over the past three years women’s volleyball has arguably been one of the most successful sports at the University of Miami.

Heading into 2011, head coach Nicole Lantagne Welch looks forward to taking her team back to the NCAA tournament for a third consecutive year, with an experienced squad returning for the upcoming season.

“With two fifth-year seniors and two seniors that have played much of their career- their experience, desire and ability to impact their teammates will be huge for this team,” Welch told hurricanesports.com before fall camp.

Back in the 2008-09 season, the volleyball team was essentially robbed of a spot in the highly sought postseason tournament.

Miami has four seniors on its roster, including outside hitter Lane Carico, setter Katie Gallagher, outside hitter Christine

Williamson and middle blocker Ali Becker.

Carico, a recipient of All-ACC honors in 2010, will look to top off a fantastic collegiate career in her final season with the Hurricanes. The recipient of back-to-back team MVP honors, Carico is the focal point of the Canes’ offense.

Gallagher, competing in her fifth season with the Canes after being granted a redshirt for an injury-plagued 2009 season, can be thought of as the team’s point-guard.

She finds herself sitting in second place on Miami’s all-time assists list, with 3,955.

She is 983 assists short of the record, and could reach the milestone in the second half of this season.

“They are two of the hardest workers in the gym and set the standard in practice and off the court,” Welch said. “They are working so hard to become great leaders, knowing how important that is to our team.”

This experienced group combined with a very talented sophomore class have the Hurricanes primed for another run at the big dance come early December.

That’s not to say the road to get there will be easy. ACC competition is very competitive, and the Hurricanes have a tough non-conference schedule this year.

They will be playing schools such as LSU, Georgia and Auburn of the SEC along with Oklahoma of the Big 12.

If Miami does find itself back in the NCAA tournament this year, they will look to bounce back from two consecutive firstround exits in 2009 and 2010.

This past December the Hurricanes were eliminated in a tough five-set match against Indiana University, and suffered the same fate against cross-town rival FIU two seasons ago.

Advancing in the NCAA tournament, not solely making it there, is a huge motivating factor for this year’s squad. Once at a point where reaching the postseason was considered a success, the Canes expect that their veteran leadership and playmakers will get them over the hump and extend their postseason experience.

A poll of the ACC’s head coaches was released on Tuesday afternoon, and it predicted that the Canes would finish fourth in the division. Duke, Florida State and North Carolina rounded out the top three.

Last season, the Canes finished third in the ACC with a 13-7 record in those games.

Overall, they finished 23-9.

The Hurricanes will kick off the 2011 season this weekend in Baton Rouge, LA. Miami will hit the road to begin the year at the Tiger Classic on the campus of Louisiana State University.

The team will play Jacksonville State on Friday afternoon, followed by matches against Louisiana-Lafayette and LSU on Saturday.

After taking a trip to Malibu, CA the following weekend to play in the Pepperdine Asics Classic, the Canes will finally host their home opener on Sept. 8 at the Knights Sports Complex against Florida A&M.

MEN’S BASKETBALL The 2011-12 basketball schedule was released Wednesday afternoon, and features a non-conference schedule with several interesting match-ups. The season opens Nov. 11 at the BankUnited Center against Tennessee Tech. Notable nonconference games include away contests at Ole Miss and Purdue, a home series against Massachusetts and Memphis, and a trip to West Virginia in December. Four of those five games are scheduled to be televised.

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL The University of Miami’s Shenise Johnson and Riquna Williams have been named to the 2011-12 preseason “Wade Watch” list for the State Farm Wade Trophy Division I Player of the Year Award in women’s basketball.

They were two of 25 studentathletes who best embody the qualities of leadership, character, overall effect on their team, and playing ability, including game and season statistics.

SWIMMING AND DIVING Diver Carrie Dragland came away with the bronze medal in the women’s synchronized 3-meter event at the World University Games on Monday.

Overall, she helped the United States take home a silver medal, finishing second only to China.

Ernesto Suarez may be contacted at sports@ themiamihurricane.com.

Information compiled from hurricanesports.com

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Standing strong with spirit

Golden’s dream job quickly turned into a nightmare When Al Golden accepted the head coaching position with the University of Miami football team back in December of 2010, he did so knowing that the job came with some inherent risks.

Miami is a distracting ADAM BERGER city, an appeal that recruits SENIOR SPORTS players to this university WRITER all on its own.

This appeal is a blessing and a curse, and it didn’t take Golden long to figure out just how ugly a curse it can be.

As we sit here in the first week of classes, before a single snap of real football has been played, Golden’s dream job is already a nightmare.

The recent scandal involving an alarming number of past and current players was initially a very surprising development. Indeed, the Hurricane faithful had been told time and time again by the former coaching regime just how clean the team’s off-the-field record was, and how great the Hurricanes’ academic standing was with the NCAA. As we all know, this was a misleading bill of goods that Randy Shannon and company shelled

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out to distract from complete mediocrity on the gridiron.

In a city like this, it is virtually impossible to run a 100 percent clean program. There’s too much to do, too many sketchy people running around with big boats and bigger pockets. And now that the news of the Shapiro-gate has finally settled in, it should shock absolutely no one.

Except, maybe Al Golden.

Only a few people know exactly what was said to Golden when he sat down with President Donna E. Shalala and former athletic director Kirby Hocutt before he took the reigns of this once prestigious program. And if you believe Golden, maybe the only person with his hands completely clean in this mess, he wasn’t told much.

“If they knew this was percolating, I believe they did have a responsibility to tell me,” Golden said recently. “But look, I’m happy here. My wife is happy here. We’ve got great kids on this team.”

Did they know this was percolating? Time will tell. better than this. Makit: iflden stays here through the duration of his contract, he’s a saint.

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#UnitedInOrange: Students walk by the Rock Wednesday in orange attire.

“I enjoy the sense of closeness,” said freshman Sarah Poliquin of wearing her orange game day T-shirt.

In a display of school solidarity amid an NCAA investigation of the athletic department, students, faculty and staff members were asked to dress in orange on the first day of school.

When her family and friends questioned her ability to remain faithful to UM after the recent scandal, freshman Danielle Ellis stood up for the school.

“I’m proud to be a Hurricane,” she said.

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“You and every other guy out there!” I know that she is much more than just what she does for a living. I’ve liked her for a few months now and from what I can tell about her personality off-screen, she is a super sweet girl with a strong sense of self, has great taste in music and our aesthetic preferences perfectly complement one another. I’ve decided to become her “Secret Admiress” in order to try to get my foot in the door and to let her know that she has caught the genuine, whole-hearted attention of a woman for once. Hopefully, it’s a welcome break from the sea of desperate men who bow down to her just because they’ve seen every inch of her body, inside and out. I recently sent her a bouquet of daisies and she loved them! Now I need to know not only how to be a great “Secret Admiress,” but also how to successfully woo this coveted, wonder of a woman. Please help!

Her best-kept Secret Admiress Dear Anne Heche, To be perfectly honest with you, no, my idea of the perfect girlfriend is not a fly-by-night, revolving-door cum

dumpster, but if yours is, good for you, I’d be happy to help.

Obviously, during that witty dialogue somewhere between her being locked in that “prison cell” by the mean, but sexy prison guard “Blowma’ Sebastian Cock,” and the encore Cleveland Steamer, you saw something within her personality that you became deeply enthralled with. Perhaps you saw how “real” she was when she forgot her next line, or maybe that monotone delivery exemplified how deep and brooding she really is.

Whatever your reasons, I’d love to make this happen for you. So you already sent the bouquet of flowers? Well, there’s step one. If there’s one thing stalkers and the private detectives hired to catch them know, there’s nothing that says “you’re in my thoughts, and my thoughts are currently dried up and flakey in a rag on the floor” like a bouquet of flowers.

I’m not really sure how you know she loved them, unless you parked your car outside of her house the day she found them on her doorstep. I would advise warming up to your Own Private Ida-HO with a few romantic notes. Find some Robert Frost poem to throw on there, hell, you can probably use one from Frosty the Snowman for all she’ll recognize, just slather a romantic line, maybe a little plush heart with a white bow-tie around it. Remember a few things when you’re going after a secret admirer: 1. There’s a fine line between being romantic and stalk-

ing. If you send them something every day, they’re going to get creeped out, and they’ll probably buy a shotgun for protection. You don’t want your face to look like Rocky from “Mask” when you leave their doorstep.

2. If you decide to pen something from your own collection of poetry, make sure that you appear as confident that they will adore you as you do them. Don’t be like “Red” from “The Shawshank Redemption” with any “I hope[s].”

“I hope” basically says to her, “I’m too ugly,” or “damn it, the tetracycline didn’t help.” Instead, sell yourself to them.

Pretend you’re that one hooker downtown that’s a little too old and haggard for the young professionals but a little too classy for the longshoremen. Just don’t get desperate.

After a few weeks (be patient) ask her if maybe you could meet for coffee. Make sure it’s somewhere public, with high pedestrian traffic, so if she thinks she might need two or three people to help fight you off, she’ll have them ready at her disposal. If she’s not quite ready yet, stand down for a week or two. If she doesn’t want to meet a second time, give up, go get drunk and find someone on the rebound. That method has been proven for centuries.

Hope you enjoy those mashed potatoes, V

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Saturday, August 27th • 8:30 a.m. Meet at the Rock (UC Plaza) Join in UM’s first campus-wide service day of the year!

The Butler Center for Volunteer Service and Leadership Development invites you to participate in ‘Orientation Outreach’ and become a part of the strong tradition of community service at UM. Registration begins at 8:30am in the UC Lower Lounge – please wear closed toed shoes and comfortable clothing. Breakfast & lunch will be provided! For more information, please call 305-284-4483.

www.miami.edu/calendar Thursday, August 25th Patio Jams feat. Jacob Jeffries 12:15 p.m. • UC Patio Start a new Thursday afternoon tradition with HP’s Patio Jams! Take a break from classes, bring your lunch, and enjoy the sounds of Jacob Jeffries. For more information, please contact Hurricane Productions at 305-284-4606.

Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Mini-FLOW (Florida Licensing on Wheels) 9:30 a.m.—2:30 p.m. • UC Lower Lounge

Need to renew or replace your Florida driver’s license? Exchange your out-ofstate license for a Florida one? Renew your vehicle registration? Mini-FLOW can save you a trip to the DMV! Take care of all your license and registration issues right here on campus. No appointment is necessary. Written exams and driving tests will NOT be offered during this time. You MUST bring original documents that prove your (1) identity, (2) social security number and (3) residential address. For more information, contact the UM Police at 305-284-1105.

Friday, August 26th Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Mini-FLOW 9:30 a.m.—2:30 p.m. • UC Lower Lounge

Cosford Cinema Presents: The Interrupters 9:00 p.m. • Cosford Inner-city violence has been a problem since the development of cities, but the new searing documentary The Interrupters aims to explore possible solutions. This movie captures a particular period in Chicago history in which the city became the national symbol of urban violence. Following a series highly publicized incidents, most notably the brutal beating of a high school student caught on tape, the landscape of Chicago became one for danger, fear, and rage.

Saturday, August 27th Atmospheric Science Club: Welcome Back BBQ 10 a.m. • Crandon State Park We want to welcome back our returning students in meteorology, and welcome the entire freshmen class as well as meet our grad-students! If you love Meteorol-

ogy, or someone in it we want to see you there. Undergraduates, graduates, TA’s, grad students you are all welcome. Let us know you are coming at atmoclub.studorg@miami.edu. Bring $5, your grillables, and a side for the pot luck. Hope to see you there!

Free Yoga Class 9 a.m. & 4 p.m. • Herbert Wellness Center Students are welcome to try a free yoga class before purchasing a semester pass.

Entrance to the class is on a first-come, first-served basis and priority is given to current cardholders. For more information, call the Wellness Enrichment Suite at 305-284-LIFE (5433).

Cosford Cinema Presents Conan O’Brien Can’t Stop 3:30, 8:00 &10:00 p.m. • Cosford “Conan Can’t Stop” demonstrates that an existential crisis can be entertaining as well as enlightening. Following his much maligned ousting from hosting NBC’s Tonight Show- after two decades with the network- Conan O’Brien hit the road to exorcise his demons. Contractually banned from appearing on television, radio, or the internet for six months following his dismissal, O’Brien launched the “Legally Prohibited From

Friday, September 2 • 8 p.m. UC Patio Come kick off the semester with your friends and family with CNL’s first Screen on the Green! There will be free giveaways and food with this night of sequels! “Kung Fu Panda 2” will be shown first at 8 p.m., featuring Jack Black, Angelina Jolie and Jackie Chan. Shortly following will be “Fast Five” featuring Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, and Dwayne Johnson.

Bring your towels or lawn chairs and enjoy this UM tradition!

Being Funny on Television Tour,” to speak his mind and sharpen his performance skills. Exposed, uncensored, and unleashed, Conan gives audiences a glimpse behind one of television’s most publicized debacles.

Cosford Cinema Presents: The Interrupters 1:00 p.m. & 5:30 p.m. • Cosford

Sunday, August 28th Cosford Cinema Presents Conan O’Brien Can’t Stop 1:30 p.m. • Cosford

Free Yoga Class 10:40 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. • Herbert Wellness Center Students are welcome to try a free yoga class before purchasing a semester pass.

Entrance to the class is on a first-come, first-served basis and priority is given to current cardholders. For more information, call the Wellness Enrichment Suite at 305-284-LIFE (5433).

Cosford Cinema Presents: The Interrupters 3:30 p.m. & 8:00 p.m. • Cosford

LOWEdown Happy Hour Thursday, September 1 • 7 p.m. Lowe Art Museum Dress to impress with your most daring heels and your cutest black dress because it’s a girl’s night out at the first LoweDown of the season!

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