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Week 1 Football Matchups

SEASON PREVIEW

Fresh faces set to take the field in Saturday’s opener

Sports editor Ernesto Suarez gives his take on whether Miami or Boston College has the upper hand at each position. Saturday’s game will start at 3:30 p.m.

2012 SEASON

PREVIEW VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES The Hokies lost a great deal of talent on the offensive end from the 2011 team, including first-round NFL Draft pick RB David Wilson. Redshirt junior QB is still more than capable of getting the job done as he is a dual-threat player who made some nice strides as the season went on.

GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS Redshirt senior Tevin Washington now has legitimate experience spearheading the attack, and the hope would be that he can do a better job of passing the football this year. The Yellow Jackets return a number of running backs who got a nice amount of touches last year.

NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS UNC’s third coach in three years, Larry Fedora, inherits a roster that includes a great offensive trio at QB, RB and WR. Although this UNC defense is not as stacked with NFL talent as it has been for the past few years, it does feature standout senior LB Kevin Reddickip.

DUKE BLUE DEVILS KENNETH RUBI // CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER GOLDEN BOOT: Senior punter Dalton Botts works on his kicks at practice. In a blog post on espn. com, Botts was the only Cane named to the preseason all-conference team.

Canes to start ACC schedule where last season ended BY ERNESTO SUAREZ SPORTS EDITOR

Over the past 100 days, the official Facebook page of the Miami Hurricanes has had a countdown giving 100 reasons to be excited for the new season. That countdown is – at last – nearing its end. Just two days remain before the beginning of the 2012 Hurricanes football season. Miami will travel up to Chestnut Hill, Mass., to take on Boston College in a rematch of last year’s season finale. “We’re excited to go on the road and kick off the ACC season against a team that got the best of us here at home last year,” coach Al Golden said. “It’s a great opportunity to go on the road. Certainly we’re carrying a lot of young guys with us in their first experience in the ACC and college football, but we’re excited about playing a really good team on the road Saturday in Chestnut Hill.” Although many will be quick to recall the 2417 loss to the Eagles on Senior Day last year at Sun Life Stadium, the makeup of both these teams will be almost entirely different when they take the field on Saturday. Former players such as Jacory Harris, Sean Spence and Lamar Miller are gone, and the Canes will field a team of young faces. Boston College will also be without its all-time tackles leader and NFL first-round draft selection Luke Kuechly, who was picked by the Carolina Panthers. Both Bobby Swigert and Chris Pantale, last season’s top receiver and tight end, also won’t play due to injury. “I think they’re different teams. They have 41 2

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returning lettermen and we’ve lost 24 lettermen,” Golden said. “We’re a completely different team. They have almost all their starters back, including their quarterback who I think is a big-time player. Last year’s game doesn’t have a bearing.” Boston College coach Frank Spaziani shared similar sentiments. “It looks like there should be some interesting dynamics in that they’re back-to-back games, but they’re back to back nine or 10 months apart,” he said. “They’re two different teams. A lot of things have changed from that game.” Simply labeling Miami a different team would be quite the understatement. Fifteen true freshmen are listed on the two-deep roster, and 34 players listed on the depth chart are freshmen or sophomores. Golden has stated that the best available players will be the ones to take the field, regardless of what year they are. “If they’re good enough, we’ve promoted them to be on the field and they will help us,” he said. “You’d be crazy to put someone out there who you don’t think can do the job. There’s nobody out there we don’t think can do the job.” An early season, in-conference matchup provides a good opportunity for some of the younger players to establish themselves and start off their career on the right foot. The key, according to Golden, is to not let the moment affect them. “I don’t think they’ll see me or the coaches act any differently,” he said. “I just hope they feed off of that and we hope they have positive energy and are excited and feel prepared and confident. Not worried so much about being anxious.” Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. The game can be heard live on 90.5 FM or wvum.org.

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David Cutcliffe is known for his work with QBs, and redshirt senior Sean Renfree has done an admirable job at the position the past couple of seasons. He will now have freshman RB Shaquille Powell, a big recruiting coup, to receive his handoffs.

VIRGINIA CAVALIERS Junior QB Michael Rocco did a fair job as the triggerman for the Cavaliers’ offense last year, and while he remains the starter, he will also be pushed by Alabama transfer Phillip Sims, a redshirt sophomore. Virginia returns a handful of key skill position players on offense.

FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES This could really be the year that FSU rises back to the top of college football, and both Phil Steele and ESPN’s Kirk Herbstreit have the Seminoles winning the BCS National Championship. Jimbo Fisher’s squad has an elite defense with major talent at all three levels.

Five predictions for the 2012 Canes football season A look at which players will emerge as stars

CLEMSON TIGERS The Tigers were the surprise of the conference last year, beating Virginia Tech (twice) and Florida State en route to the ACC title. Numerous key players return, including sophomore WR Sammy Watkins, a Fort Myers, Fla., native who may well be the best receiver in the nation.

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Who will emerge as a star this season on the offensive side? Allen Hurns. He had spurts last year where he would show the potential of being a big time receiver. Hurns’ highlight reel games came in the beginning of the season against Maryland and during his two-touchdown performance against Ohio State a week later. Right now there’s no clear-cut top receiver on the roster, but of them all, Hurns has the ability and the tools to become that guy. Consistency is the key.

BOSTON COLLEGE EAGLES If BC is to get back to a bowl this year, it would have to withstand the departure of one of the best players in school history, LB Luke Kuechly. Fortunately, Frank Spaziani’s bunch has returning starters at the outside linebacker spots in juniors Kevin Pierre-Louis and Steele Divitto.

NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK Junior CB David Amerson went from not recording an interception as a freshman to leading the nation in picks last year (13). He is now in the discussion as the best defensive player in college football. Tom O’Brien showed great faith in QB Mike Glennon last year by nudging Russell Wilson out.

WAKE FOREST DEMON DEACONS Junior QB Tanner Price is one of the best players on the team. Price does not have many weapons around him besides redshirt junior FL Michael Campanaro, but that was the case last year too and he still managed to put up more than respectable numbers for Wake Forest.

MARYLAND TERRAPINS Maryland used two different QBs last year, but neither one is available this season, as redshirt junior C.J. Brown has a torn ACL and Danny O’Brien transferred to Wisconsin. Additionally, standout redshirt senior LB Kenny Tate is currently out with an injury. BY SCHWARTZ CONTRIBUTING SPORTSEDITOR WRITER BYALEX ERNESTO SUAREZ SPORTS

ZACH BEEKER // STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER IN CONTROL: Junior quarterback Stephen Morris drops back for a pass during a drill at practice.

Breakout player on defense On defense, it has to be Ladarius Gunter. He had his on and off moments during the spring while he was still picking up the playbook, but he seems to feel comfortable with

it at this point and figures to play a big role in the defensive backfield this season. He also has freshman Tracy Howard right behind him gunning for that spot, so he can’t afford to let down.

What position, as a whole, will surprise many this season? It’s not a glamour position, and you’re not going to see their names litering the stat sheets, but look for the offensive line to play a big role this season. Since his arrival at Miami, Coach Golden has emphasized the importance of getting a group of strong, conditioned, physical players, and there is nowhere on the team where you see that as much as in the trenches. Malcolm Bunche, arguably the strongest player on the team, will be plugging the hole at left tackle while freshman Ereck Flowers, who has impressed coaches during the fall, will line up at right tackle. In the middle, Jonathan Feliciano, Shane McDermott and Brandon Linder are all expexted to make strides. Seantrel Henderson is not currently listed on the depth chart after missing most of camp, but if he can fight his way back, this is a line

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that will have plenty of viable options. Which freshman will be a household name by the end of the season? Tracy Howard, Duke Johnson and Deon Bush are all names that Canes fans are already familiar with and hope will produce for years to come. But a name not mentioned very often until recently is the aforementioned Flowers. He had been competing with Jermaine Johnson for the right tackle spot while Henderson missed the beginning of camp attending to personal issues, and he has gone a long way in impressing teammates and coaches alike. Expect some growing pains, but Flowers will be someone to keep an eye on.

How will the Canes end the season? A 7-5 record is certainly possible. I can see the Hurricanes going 2-1 through their first three games (loss likeliest at Kansas State). Depending on how the defense looks in those first few games, Georgia Tech is a toss up. Miami’s big ACC games (UNC, FSU, VT) are all at home, so that works out favorably.

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Students to get football tickets online New system will eliminate need to swipe Cane Cards BY ERNESTO SUAREZ SPORTS EDITOR

clude the CBCF, the Marlins and Blue Bell Ice Cream. Each donor receives a pint of ice cream, compliments of Blue Bell, and a “Beat FSU” T-shirt. Though the event only lasted two days this year, it was extended by two hours on Tuesday and Wednesday. Last year, the event collected 349 pints, which translates roughly to $1,700. However, only 244 pints were collected due to the loss of a day. “We’ve promoted it so much more this year,” said Amanda Corey, chair of Fun Day. “Last year we did it the first three days of school, so this year I think it’ll be a little less hectic.”

Planning on attending a home football game this season? Student tickets are now just a few clicks away. The UM Athletic Department announced there will be a new method of obtaining student tickets for every home football game this season. Students were previously required to swipe their Cane Cards at the gate. This year, in an effort to streamline the process, students will be able to sign up for their tickets online. “The biggest change that the students will see is that they will not be swiping their IDs at the game,” said David Weisser, the director of marketing in the Athletic Department. “We’re hoping to speed up the process this way.” Students interested in attending a particular game should visit hurricanesports. com to select the game they want to attend during the week leading up to the game. Once logged in, students will have the option to print out their ticket, purchase additional guest tickets and buy parking passes. Also, students will have the option of printing out their tickets in advance or sending the ticket to their smartphones to be scanned at the gate. In either case, everyone must show their Cane Cards as they enter Sun Life Stadium for verification purposes, but will no longer need to swipe to get in. “The ultimate goal of this is to make it as easy as possible for students to get into the game,” said Andrew Goodrich, assistant athletic director for marketing. “Once we get this set up, you’re literally going to be able to take your phone, scan it, and that's it.”

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CAYLA NIMMO // PHOTO EDITOR GOOD CAUSE: Junior Olivia Morejon donates a pint of blood at the Battle of the Buckets drive in the UC. The event helped raise money for Fun Day, a service event where intellectually disabled Miami residents come to UM and spend time with students.

UM, FSU collaborate in bloody battle Blood drive yields more than 240 pints BY JORDAN COYNE CONTRIBUTING NEWS WRITER

On a typical day, a UM student would scoff at the prospect of teaming up with a Florida State student, even for a common cause. But this week, UM joined forces with FSU for the Battle for the Buckets fundraiser, an annual blood drive held at both schools. Though the event still retained a competitive nature, the two schools held the event to benefit the Community Blood Centers of Florida (CBCF). Since 2009, the Fun Day committee

has hosted Battle for the Buckets in order to finance their annual event. Fun Day, one of UM’s longest-standing days of service, was first held in 1983, five years before the Butler Center was founded. Tentatively scheduled for Feb. 16, the event welcomes Miami residents with intellectual disabilities to campus, where they are paired up with a college student and enjoy a day of carefree fun and friendship. “Basically it’s like a big carnivalesque atmosphere,” said Lisa Cameron, who serves as the vice-chair for Fun Day. During the three-day blood drive – this year was cut to two because of Tropical Storm Isaac – the CBCF donates $5 to Fun Day for each pint of blood collected. Other supporters for the fundraiser in-

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Religious policy now holds students, faculty accountable Faculty manual turns holidays to holy days

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Changes have been made to the university’s holiday policy – now referred to as the Holy Day Policy – after a unanimous decision from the Faculty Senate in a meeting held Feb. 29. Prior to this meeting, the faculty manual had prohibited professors from administering exams on certain pre-defined holidays. However, many faculty members were not abiding by these guidelines, according to Richard Williamson, chair of the Faculty Senate. “There has been a high degree of noncompliance with the policy," Williamson said. “It doesn’t seem to make sense to have a policy that is not being complied with.” The list of dates in the Holiday Policy included only Christian, Judaic and Islamic holidays and moreover did not enumerate all holidays within those three religions. This made it difficult for students to observe their respective religious holidays. “The previous policy made it very difficult to practice religion of all shapes. Students didn’t want to confront teachers on this issue,” said senior Isi Stein, a representative of UM Chabbad. “They had tried in the past, and failed, and didn’t want to try again. Others asked and teachers said ‘OK’ reluctantly.” Stein was one of the main forces behind a petition circulated by Chabbad last year, which argued for the university to close school on both Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Student opinions like Stein's, as well as opinions voiced by faculty, ultimately led to this change in the manual. The Department of Religion sent a letter to the faculty senate addressing the fact that the only holidays listed in the holiday policy reflected the Christian, Judaic and Islamic religions, which was discriminatory against religions such as Buddhism and Hinduism. “The best alternative would be one in which we don't care what religion you are. It's not up to us decide,” Williamson said. “You have a right to decide what your holy days are.” With the implementation of the new Holy Day Policy, students must now notify faculty members of the dates in which they will be absent from class, and their professors must make the necessary adjustment. However, faculty have the right to specify a maximum number of excused and unexcused absences for all reasons. Administrators within each of the separate schools have been communicating these changes to their respective faculty. At 2

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HOLY DAY: Ruth Burstyn (right) and granddaughter Shayna prepare to celebrate the second night of Rosh Hashanah last year in their home in Sunny Isles, Fla. the School of Communication, department chairs were sent an email summarizing the policy changes and the chairs were asked to inform the professors in that department. “We asked that each professor put in their syllabus a sort of short summary highlighting the policy,” said Paul Driscoll, the vice dean of academic affairs for the School of Communication. The revised policy explains that faculty members are only required to give students until the first three days of class to notify them; however, many students have yet to hear about this change. “I haven’t heard about it, but it makes sense," senior Hershel Mehta said. “It should be in the syllabus if the professor wants to strictly abide by it. If not, then it is up to their discretion.” There are some exceptions regarding to whom this policy applies. Clinical programs such as those at the School of Nursing and Health Studies as well as graduate programs are strongly encouraged to adopt this policy but are not required. “It does not apply to graduate programs because it just wouldn’t work,” Williamson said. “You couldn’t have medical students who are supposed to be working with patients just disappear.” This major change to the policy results Aug. 30 - Sept. 5, 2012

in consequences for violations. A formal complaint can be placed against a faculty member by either administration or another faculty member. The complaint will pass through the faculty senate where, if requirements are met, the faculty member will undergo a hearing process. A panel of high-ranking administrators will then make a recommendation on the situation so that disciplinary action can take place. The most severe scenario would include a 10 percent pay reduction on the faculty member’s salary. Faculty members rarely have to stand for a hearing, according to Williamson. In the last three and a half years, only five faculty hearings have taken place, and none have been in regard to this specific religious holiday policy. “The fact that there is a possibility for this kind of sanction is something never seen before,” Williamson said. Thus far into the semester, many students have responded positively to the policy. “The new policy is great in that it includes all religion. I think its shows the strength of the student initiative and the commitment of the university," Stein said. “It’ll allow students to do what they believe in without punishment."

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CORRECTIONS A story published on Aug. 23, "Instant weather forecasts to be delivered via text message," omitted the website for students to sign up. The site is caneweather.com.

EDITOR’S NOTE There will be no issue on Sept. 3 in observance of Labor Day.

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DEPARTMENT OF PARKING AND TRANSPORTATION

UM addresses parking woes, student unhappiness Officials contend price is reasonable BY LYSSA GOLDBERG ASSISTANT EDITOR

After making her daily hourlong commute, sophomore Gabriela Lins parks her car at a home across from campus and then spends another 10 minutes on her trek to class. “The price of the UM parking permits has caused me to park off campus in order to save money,” Lins said. She made this arrangement with a Coral Gables home owner before the start of freshman year and plans to continue parking for free off-campus for as long as possible. Lins is one of many students who have opted for this more costeffective route, but for those who purchase parking permits, it remains a wonder why students and some faculty members are paying a $458 price tag – a $14 increase over the price that UM had charged for the past three school years. “When I first saw the prices of the parking permits for the blue, purple, and gray zones, I was shocked,” said Dana Kajan, a freshman commuter student. Richard Sobaram, the director

of the Department of Parking and Transportation at UM, said that parking prices generally rise with the cost of tuition. “Because of inflation, our expenses goes up, everything goes up,” Sobaram said. For three consecutive academic years, the university had chosen not to increase the price of parking because of the state of the economy, said Sobaram. “The administration is always considering the faculty, staff and students, and how they’re going to feel about it,” Sobaram said. “I think they said, ‘No, we can’t do this in the middle of this tough time. Let us not raise parking permit prices.’” Jonathan Diaz, chair of the Campus Relations Advisory Board, said that he didn’t even realize there had been an increase until someone brought it to his attention. “When prices are already so high, a small increase like that doesn’t seem too harsh,” said Diaz, who sits on the Student Government executive board as part of his role. Despite student complaints about a parking permit’s high cost, the $14 price increase this year turns out to be about $1.50 monthly when the additional cost is divided by the 10 months that classes are in session. Sobaram said that, while an extra $1.50

Closer to home A breakdown of parking permit prices according to zone

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a month doesn’t dramatically affect permit holders, the increase makes a large difference to the Department of Parking and Transportation. “We probably lost about $300,000 in revenue by not raising the permit prices over the last few years,” he said. And while students complain about the cost, $458 is actually less than the total cost associated with providing parking, according to Sobaram. “The amount of money we collect from parking permits and citation revenue at meters does not cover the entire cost of the operation. The university actually subsidizes parking. We should be charging more, in order to meet the costs of operating the shuttles and all that.” Parking revenue funds services including the shuttle services, the maintenance of garages and parking lots (including signage and painting of white lines on lots), and the security guards and parking enforcement officers’ paychecks. Hurry ‘Cane Shuttles run on campus from 7 a.m. to midnight and go to locations like the Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science campus, Sunset Place and Coconut Grove. According to Sobaram, the total cost to the university of providing this service costs more than $1 million. “The parking operation is not a profitable operation. It doesn’t make money. It goes back into the operation,” Sobaram said. “Believe me, we’re not having a party on students’ dimes here.” Diaz, a resident of the University Village, signed up for a gray parking permit this year. He feels like he’s paying a fair share for the permit, which is included in the apartment lease. “I do feel like I’m getting something out of my investment in a parking pass,” Diaz said. “I get a guaranteed parking space in a particular section of campus, and I get access to all the other services that the Department of Parking provides, like the shuttles.” The garages on campus also cost millions of dollars to build. Each parking space costs $15,000, totaling $1.5 million for a 100-space garage, Sobaram said. Therefore, last spring’s upgrade to Pavia Garage, which created 308 additional parking spaces, ran the university approximately $4.5 million. Sobaram said that additional

How other schools stack up A look at price averages for parking permits at other schools

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costs for the Department of Parking and Transportation include projects like the resurfacing of lots at the School of Nursing, the baseball stadium and the tennis court as well as the replacement of bricks at the Palm Court behind the Ashe Building. “We could cover it if we decided to stop running shuttles, but the university has decided that it’s a valuable service that we have to provide for the students,” Sobaram said. “We could cover it if we decided to raise permit prices by another 20 or 30 percent, but the university doesn’t think that’s a good thing to do.” Sophomore Michael Recca said that it seems pointless for residents to bring cars to UM when students can’t park them anywhere convenient on campus. “I guess this reveals the bigger, more important issue: we need more parking spaces,” said Recca, a resident who holds a blue permit for this school year. “If there were just more, the price wouldn’t be that big of a deal.” While lack of parking is a common complaint amongst UM students, there is enough parking, according to Sobaram. He said that up to 800 parking spaces remain empty at the busiest times of any given day, as long as there are no special events happening on campus. Aug. 30 - Sept. 5, 2012

“At our peak, which is on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., we have 800 empty parking spaces,” he said. Alison Scudds paid $700 last year as a freshman resident at UM to park her car on Red Road Commons, located about 1 mile from campus. She said she will appreciate the luxury of parking her car on campus as a sophomore this year. “Obviously in a perfect world you wouldn’t have to take out a small fortune to park at a school which already costs so much, but to me a parking permit is one of my necessities like food and gas,” Scudds said. Scudds said that she needed to bring her car to UM to drive to Kendall for practices with her cheerleading team. For students who wish to park their cars on campus but are looking for a more affordable option, the green zone allows students to pay nearly half the price. Green zone permit holders pay $234 for the year to park at the Ponce de Leon Garage and then have the option of taking a shuttle to their classes. “For my first year I bought a green permit because I couldn’t afford the other ones,” sophomore Constanza Schubert said. “This year I was able to get red using loan and scholarship money.”

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UM drops seven spots in diversity ranking Campus diversity still school strength BY ELIZABETH DE ARMAS OPINION EDITOR

The University of Miami once held the No. 1 spot for being the most diverse college campus in Princeton Review’s 2011 guidebook, The Best 373 Colleges. But when the

I think it is unfortunate that the U.S. News ranking does not consider diversity at all. Not just because it is a strength of UM, but also because it is an important characteristic when you’re measuring these schools. Thomas J. LeBlanc, Executive vice president and provost

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2013 guidebook, The Best 376 Colleges, was released last week – UM was ranked No. 8 – a demotion of seven spots in the category of diversity, known as “Race/Class Interaction.” Although the Princeton Review, which was first published in 1992, and is not typically considered the benchmark for institutional rankings, it is one of the few that evaluates diversity as an important factor in a college setting. “We’re generally recognized, call it one, two or eight, for the strength of the diversity in our student population. Three-hundred and sixty-seven colleges didn’t get listed in the top 10 so each of those 10 are doing something important and recognized about diversity,” Executive Vice President and Provost Thomas J. LeBlanc said. “Whenever a relative ranking changes, there are at least three possibilities. One is that we changed. The other is that somebody else changed, and the third thing is the way they measure or how accurate they measure changed. I don’t know which of those three could apply in this case.” Instead of gathering numerical data such as individual university graduation rates, freshmen retention rates and SAT scores, the

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Princeton Review surveys 122,000 students. Approximately 325 students from every campus participate in this process and complete a questionnaire consisting of 80 open and closed-ended questions that can be submitted via email or online. The 376 Best Colleges List is predominately geared toward students. It ranks universities using categories such as how hard you have to study, best weather, and party schools. It allows prospective students to get the gist of what they want their college experience to be like. “It’s intended to be a look on the inside, but it’s not very scientific, it’s not very repeatable and it’s easily manipulated,” LeBlanc said. “For the students I think it’s fun and in some ways might give them a sense of the place.” The most highly regarded institutional ranking, U.S. News and World Report, is set to be released in the next few weeks. Student surveys and diversity are not part of the judging criteria, but a well-known survey accounts for 25 percent of the total score each university receives. “I think it is unfortunate that the U.S. News ranking does not consider diversity at

Whenever a relative ranking changes, there are at least three possibilities. One is that we changed. The other is that somebody else changed, and the third thing is the way they measure or how accurate they measure changed. I don’t know which of those three could apply in this case. Thomas J. LeBlanc, Executive vice president and provost

all. Not just because it is a strength of UM, but also because it is an important characteristic when you’re measuring these schools,” LeBlanc said.

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ON-CAMPUS DINING

Red Mango enhances food court dessert options SG delivers on campaign initiative BY LYSSA GOLDBERG ASSISTANT EDITOR

For students looking to get their frozen yogurt fix without crossing U.S. 1, a Red Mango cart located at the Hurricane Food Court arrived this semester in response to student demand for an on-campus dessert option. The Red Mango cart was custom-designed for UM to fit temporarily as a free-standing vendor in the food court. A full-service location will be available permanently in the forthcoming Student Activities Center, said Ana Alvarez, the director of Dining Services. “Red Mango frozen yogurt offers a refreshing product that provides consumers the enjoyment of an all natural frozen treat,” Alvarez said. “It’s a great addition to

our campus dining program.” First proposed by the Student Government (SG) administration, led by former SG President Brandon Mitchell, the dessert project had been in the works for a year and a half. The final selection of Red Mango was just settled and announced this summer, according to SG Executive-at-Large External Bhumi Patel, whose role is to connect SG with students and organizations on campus. “We want to make sure that we have a well-rounded campus with every dining option,” Patel said. “If you look at the past administration’s platforms, they actually had three big dining platforms. They had late-night dining, take-out dining, and a dessert option.” Patel worked with other Student Government members on the Dining Services Advisory Board – now part of the new Campus Relations Advisory Board – to make this happen. She said that a survey

CHARLOTTE CUSHING // CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER BRAIN FREEZE: Lashay Jones prepares a frozen treat for sophomore Vanessa Michaud at the grand opening of the Red Mango kiosk.

of the student body showed that frozen yogurt was the most desirable dessert option, and Chartwells narrowed the choices down to two options – Pinkberry and Red Mango – before making the final decision. Chartwells, which manages

the retail food service locations on the Coral Gables campus, is the franchisee of the Red Mango cart, which thus falls under the university’s contract with Chartwells, according to Alvarez. “Bringing the idea forth was the biggest thing that we did and

then we were just pushing them along, writing proposals for it, showing that our only other real dessert option on campus was a Frosty from Wendy’s,” Patel said. Patel also said that there was a need for dessert late at night, so the fact that the cart is open from noon until 10 p.m. will be beneficial for students. Senior Jessica Younis said she was pleasantly surprised to see Red Mango in the food court when she returned this fall. "I'm glad it's frozen yogurt. I wouldn't want it to be pastries or anything," Younis said. "It's a healthier option." Patel said she is also very excited about Red Mango and had dined from the cart twice in two days since its grand opening. “Just like all the other students, I used to have to go across U.S. 1 to TCBY or My Yogurt Bliss and I think it’s really exciting that we have something on campus,” she said.

NEWS BRIEFS DINING HALL SEES CHANGES

DUI CHECKPOINT NEAR CAMPUS

Students may now take out food at both the Stanford/Hecht and Mahoney/Pearson dining halls. After swiping in, students may ask for either a disposable of reusable take-out container, and will not be allowed to sit and eat. Reusable containers are plastic and can be “leased” for the semester for $4.

The Coral Gables Police Department’s Traffic Enforcement Unit will be conducting a sobriety check at 500 S. Dixie Highway from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday.

The “to-go program” is part of a Student Government initiative, and came after the Dining Services Task Force awarded the dining services contract to Chartwells. The contract will be in effect until 2020. Chartwells, which was competing against two other companies, was selected because of its willingness to work with the task force and make changes according to student input.

Motorists will be diverted into a designated lane, and be briefly detained. If traffic volume is heavy, vehicles will be checked by a pre-set standard. The Coral Gables Police Department hopes that the checkpoint will deter people from driving under the influence. Allison Goodman may be contacted at editor@themiamihurricane.com.

Other fall changes include gluten-free areas in dining halls, equipped with a microwave, toaster and baked good food options, as well as late-night dining between 9 and 12 p.m. on Sundays.

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Organizations to come together for bike sale on the Rock Sale to promote cleaner transportation BY ESTHER PANG CONTRIBUTING NEWS WRITER

At the University of Miami, many students are turning to cycling as a way to quickly navigate their way to class. According to the UM's Department of Parking and Transportation, the University of Miami Police Department (UMPD) registers more than 1,000 new bicycles each year. The Department of Parking and Transportation and UBike also actively promotes the use of bicycling as an alternative means of transportation. On Tuesday and Wednesday, as part of the Green U initiative, Parking and Transportation and UBike, along with UMPD, Dolphins Cycling Challenge, Mack Cycle and Fitness, and BikeSafe, will be holding the UBike Bike Sale and Safety Fair on the Rock. “The fair aims to provide the University community with access to good quality bikes, road safety education and information, and community events like the Dolphins Cycling Challenge and Gables Bike Day,” said Richard Sobaram, director of parking and transportation and chairperson of UBike. Mack Cycle and Fitness will be the

ZACH BEEKER // STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER RIDE ON: Senior Roderick Daniels rides his bike down the path from the UC to the library. The UMPD registers more than 1,000 new bicycles on campus each year.

only store at the fair. According to Sue Kawalerski, who handles cycling advocacy and media for Mack Cycle and Fitness, there will be a range of bicycles on sale, with prices starting at $199. Discount prices will be offered, however, with some original prices shedding 70 percent. “It will be one-stop-shopping for students,” Kawalerski said. “All the necessary

equipment and accessories will be available for sale so the student will be ready to ride well and safely right after the purchase.” Besides having bicycles for sale, road safety and community awareness also play a huge part in the fair. UMPD will be on site to help students register their new bicycles. UMPD will also be providing students with free locks for their new bikes.

Sobaram encourages students to register their bicycles with the UMPD in order to strengthen campus security. “In order to ensure the best security on campus, it is critical that cyclists register their bikes with UMPD,” Sobaram said. For students interested in participating in philanthropic events, Dolphins Cycling Challenge, a charity cycling event, and UBike will be at the fair from 11 p.m. to 2 p.m. to promote community events that student cyclists can register for and participate. “We’re trying to solicit more student riders,” said Michael Mandich, the CEO of Dolphin’s Cycling Challenge. “Over the last 2 years, we’ve raised more than $1.6 million for the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. Students can get involved with our student special, and participate without having to be limited by the fundraising minimum.”

IF YOU GO WHAT: UBike Bike Sale and Safety Fair WHERE: UC Rock WHEN: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday For more information, visit the UBike website at miami.edu/ubike

Annual Battle for the Bucket raises money for Fun Day event FUNDRAISER FROM PAGE 1

According to Corey, FSU’s blood drive takes place in September. UM has won every year since the event began, and the results of the competition will be released after their event. This year, the Fun Day committee decided to make Battle of the Buckets a competition among the freshman dorms in order to stimulate inner-campus competitions and increase additional participation. The freshman f loor who produced the most donors will win a of pizza party, compliments of the Fun Day staff; the pints are still being tallied. The Florida State-Miami rivalry was born in 1951, when their teams first went head to head in an infamously contentious, and still annual, football 6

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game. This rivalry is so profound, the 2006 FSU-Miami game is one of ESPN’s most-viewed college football games, post-season or regular season. While initially motivated by the FSU-Miami rivalry, many participants enjoyed knowing they were benefiting their local community. “I feel kind of tired, but it’s worth it because I can save people’s lives,” said Katherine Lee, a sophomore studying advertising and psychology. Sophomore Emily York, expressed similar sentiments. “I donated because I knew that the small sacrifice I made would make such a huge difference in the lives of those in need,” she said. “Donating one pint of blood benefits four people.”

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CAYLA NIMMO // PHOTO EDITOR PUMPING IRON: Sophomore Spencer Robelen squeezes a grip to help blood flow while he makes his donation. He was motivated to participate in the drive because he wants to beat FSU.

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Policy shrinks campus smoking areas Phase II of smoke-free initiative in effect BY ALEXANDER GONZALEZ ASSISTANT EDITOR

The trail of cigarette smoke sometimes experienced on the way to class will soon become a murky memory of the past. Phase II of the Smoke-Free Campus Initiative, which will further eliminate smoking-designated areas on campus, began with the fall semester. It will continue the work of Phase I, which began last year. Phase II removes nine smoking-designated areas, bringing the current total to 14. “The number is very close to half,” said Gilbert Arias, assistant vice president for student affairs. “One near each major school and close to certain areas like the residential colleges.” Phase II will be implemented throughout this semester and the upcoming spring term. According to Arias, this period will give students an opportunity to prepare for a completely smoke-free campus in fall 2013. The university will make the transition on Aug. 1 that year. With a smoke-free campus, smokers will have to leave the campus perimeter if they wish to continue smoking, Arias said. Smoking in parking lots will also be prohibited. The Coral Gables campus is not the first to plan a process of becoming smoke-free, however. The Miller School of Medicine and its medical complex set the trend in March 2010 when it became smoke-free. That same year, interested undergraduate students, with the help of Student Government and administrators like Arias, formed a committee to create a similar environment at the Gables campus. SG distributed a survey, and a majority of students asked for

a smoke-free campus but wanted the initiative to be divided into phases. Last year’s SG President Brandon Mitchell was part of the committee and felt that the issue was an important step toward improving campus life. “We worked on the initiative because we knew it was important to students both in their health and their on campus experience,” he said. “I’m very excited that has continued to progress and will lead to a completely smoke-free campus.” Nawara Alawa, current SG President, also hopes to continue the committee’s mission. “If students have asked for this environment, then I help make sure that it fosters the best and most healthy educational opportunities both inside and outside the classroom,” she said. The change will make UM the 17th smoke-free institution in Florida, according to the American Nonsmokers’ Rights Foundation. Sophomore Charlie Lorenzana, a nonsmoker, is ready to see UM join the ranks of other local smokefree campuses. “Other schools like Florida International University are already smoke-free, and it’s time UM followed suit,” he said. “It’s much nicer to go to school without having to deal with cigarette smoke wafting in the air.” Smokers like sophomore Natasha Mijares are not worried about the initiative’s current and future changes because of the health benefits but still feels there will be difficulties when it becomes implemented. “I actually like the idea of a smoke-free campus,” she said. “It will help many people stop, but it will be hard for people to follow because there’s a smoking culture that’s going to be eliminated.” FINISH READING AT THEMIAMIHURRICANE.COM

Designated smoking areas limited to 14 Phase II of the Smoke-Free Campus Initiative has removed nine of the 23 designated smoking areas on campus. UM will become completely smoke free next fall.

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UM icon, dormitory namesake dies at 95 School mourns loss of Hecht BY STEPHANIE PARRA NEWS EDITOR

Known for her constant service to students and dedication to the University of Miami, longtime Board of Trustees member Florence Ruth Hecht passed away Friday. She was 95. Hecht, a smiling, si lve r-h a i r ed lady who served students midnight breakHECHT fast at the Hecht- St a nford Residential College cafeteria during final exam week, had a long pedigree of Hurricane tradition. “The students adored seeing her, and she loved wearing her name tag that read, ‘Florence Hecht,’ ” said Pat Whitely, the vice president for student affairs. “They often asked her if she was really Florence Hecht for whom the college was named, and she loved replying, ‘Of course.’ ” Hecht and her late husband, Isadore Hecht, contributed much of their time and money to UM and the community. The couple, owners of Flagler Dog Track and the Magic City Casino, have had their last name etched into several locations in the university. Hecht Residential College and the Hecht Athletic Center both bear the couples’ surname. The Residential College is one of six on campus, and was renamed in her honor in 1986 in recognition of her generosity. A visual communication center at the Miller School of Medicine’s Anne Bates Leach Eye Hospital/Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, the College of Arts and Sciences and the School of Law also benefited from the family’s generosity. Aug. 30 - Sept. 5, 2012

“Florence was a colorful, intelligent, and strong woman,” said UM President Donna E. Shalala. “Together with her remarkable family, she helped shape the history of the University and our South Florida community. We will all miss her.” According to many who knew her, her energy and engagement with students set her apart from other UM trustees. “Always energized by students” is how longtime UM employee Norm Parsons, director of wellness and recreation, remembers her. Hecht had been a UM trustee since 1983, serving on the Executive, Academic Affairs, Athletic Advisory, Government Affairs and Public Policy, Student Affairs and University Advancement committees. She also served on visiting committees for the College of Arts and Sciences, Frost School of Music and the Schools of Communication and Education. “Florence was larger than life, tough as nails, and philanthropic,” said Leonard Abess, chair of the UM Board of Trustees, in a story published on miami.edu. “She was a doting and loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Her children and grandchildren, of whom she was so proud, carry on her legacy of leadership and caring. In the half century I knew her she always demanded I do my best, and no one said no to Florence.” Florence was born in Boston, Massachusetts, on November 1, 1916. She graduated from Smith College in 1937. Flags on UM’s Coral Gables campus f lew at half staff over the weekend. Hecht’s daughter, Barbara Havenick, a double UM alumna, is a current trustee also known for her philanthropic efforts. Hecht is also survived by daughter Isabelle Amdur, B.A. ’63; and seven grandchildren, four of whom are UM alums. A son, David Steven Hecht, J.D. ’68, is deceased.

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Are parking permits worth the cost?

KARINA RODRIGUEZ SOPHOMORE “I am fan of the parking zones, but I do think that the prices are too high. I don’t think it’s worth $450 to have a parking spot.”

ANDRES HAJJAR JUNIOR “I think parking is too expensive, but it is not so bad. The problem is that the school forces you to buy a parking pass for the year, when you only need it for the semester. That’s a bit pricey.”

Jackie Salo, Contributing Columnist

We live in the 21st century. Technology is constantly evolving, and change is inevitable. In the past, students needed a Cane Card and bus sticker in order to get to Sun Life Stadium on gameday. Starting this semester, however, a new online ticketing system is finally here to catch us up with the times. The system will be implemented for football season, in an attempt to alleviate long lines at the student gate and resolve Cane Card issues. Although it may seem more time consuming at first, we believe in your ability to take five minutes out of your threehour Facebook stalking session to secure your seat. You’re probably wondering, “Why is this necessary?” Well, before you make up your mind and dismiss it completely, here are some benefits that could win you over: 1. Cane Card doesn’t swipe? No problem. Now that everything will be done online, you’ll only need to show your Cane Card for identification. If the magnetic strip is faulty, you are in the clear. 2. Your ticket for admission will also serve as your bus pass. Kiss those 3 p.m. sticker deadlines goodbye. 3. Eco-friendly students, take note: Don’t worry about wasting paper. If you have a smartphone (chances are high), you can download your ticket and have it scanned at the gate.

VICTORIA VALDES SENIOR “I am not very satisfied with the color that I chose. It’s ridiculous because I paid over $500 for a spot that’s not guaranteed. If I am paying $500, then I would rather have a designated spot that I know is always available for me.” Speak Up answers are edited for clarity, brevity and accuracy. Check out video Speak Ups at themiamihurricane.com. compiled by

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4. During a week full of homework, exams and extracurricular activities, it may be difficult to remember to claim your online ticket. Have no fear – tickets can still be accessed on your way to the game. 5. All-inclusive: While getting your ticket, you can also purchase a parking pass and guest tickets. It’s all done with the click of a button. 6. The system is not a lottery. If the whole student body wants to attend a game, they can. As Cady Heron once said, “The limit does not exist.” Despite these positives, students have raised concerns about a drop in attendance and technical mishaps. However, attendance has always been an issue at football games, and this new system will not further the problem. The students who want to go, will. While technical mishaps may pose a problem, UM has already taken this into consideration. Students will have the option to print their tickets at the stadium. While this system is plenty innovative, we will miss collecting those colorful bus stickers. But it’s time to grow up. Editorials represent the majority view of The Miami Hurricane editorial board.

Culture shock could affect students iami is unique. It has a distinctive culture that sets it apart from the rest of the world. MirriTAYLOR DUCKETT a m -We b s t e r SENIOR defines culture COLUMNIST shock as “a sense of confusion or uncertainty sometimes with feelings of anxiety that may affect those that are exposed to a foreign culture without proper preparation.” Going to any foreign country can be overwhelming, and coming to Miami is no exception. Everyone goes to college with preconceived notions of what things are going to be like when they get

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there. Culture shock can be caused by something as simple as the university or city not being what they expected and already mentally prepared for. Harriet Allcock, a junior exchange student from Oxford, said she experienced culture shock when coming to the University of Miami. “One of the things that I wasn’t expecting was the beauty and nature on campus,” she said. “Since UM is in the middle of a city, I expected it to reflect that. I also expected Miami to be more like England because there are many similarities between the English and American cultures, but I have encountered some differences in being understood because we use different words for certain things.” Students experiencing culture shock can have headaches, trouble

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sleeping, and irritability. They may also suffer from withdrawal. It will get better once you are able to adjust to your new surroundings. It may be difficult at first, but adapting to the culture in Miami is very possible. To me, the best way to get over culture shock is to meet new people and embrace the new experiences. If adjusting is still posing a major challenge, there is always the counseling center where trained professionals are available to speak with you confidentially. Culture shock can disorient you and throw you out of your comfort zone, but sometimes the best life experiences come from trying new things. Taylor Duckett is a sophomore majoring in economics.

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Not so cosmopolitan magazine osmopolitan Magazine needs to be exposed for what it really is: a manual on how to spend your life in Victoria’s Secret Pink sweats, while listening to the same Adele song on repeat for a week. The JACKIE SALO magazine ruins lives. CONTRIBUTING Celibacy is not an COLUMNIST option to these writers, with articles such as “how to discretely touch his crotch,” where they suggest you pretend that there is a piece of lint on his pants, and hard-hitting journalism like “how to incorporate ice into your sex life.” In the latest issue my nail place had (so, like, January 1998), they list “8 date ideas guys dig.” Do they include sitting on the couch watching Entourage and eating Buffalo Wild Wings while he drools all over himself? No. They suggest going on a search for the best hummus in town! So many guys these days just can’t find a nice girl with a large appetite for

hummus. When you’re done with your worldwide search for hummus, Cosmo also advises going for a walk and switching iPods so you can get to know each other’s music tastes. I can’t think of one guy who isn’t dying to listen to my Top 25 playlist, which basically consists of this year’s NOW album. As clever as these date ideas may be, I have some even better ones I thought Cosmo could use when they have to recycle this story idea for the 84th time in two months: 1. A trip down memory lane. I will tell you everything about my life, and I mean everything. You’ll hear about the time my mom murdered my pet turtle, Speedy, by feeding it undercooked chicken and how I left my cell diagram project on the school bus in sixth grade and it was gone forever. Recollection of any and all memories will result in inconsolable sobbing. 2. Pretend to register for gifts for our wedding at Crate and Barrel. So what you haven’t proposed or asked me on a third date? I thought it would be fun to go register for some steak knives! Don’t you? It’s what I spend all day fan-

Take initiative, make this year count

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s the fall semester commences in colleges across the country, students that walk into their first classes of the school year have their own set of goals in mind to accom-

plish. We students are all driven by an aura of excitement; even the usual milquetoast seems to radiate a heightened sense of chutzpah. However, at this point in our lives, it is important to instill a sense of individual responsibility in each student. Indeed, we have our support systems of family, friends, and university resources that provide us the assistance when deemed necessary. But no matter what the circumstances are, it is you, the student, who is the captain of your own ship. Know who you are. Take a moment to think back on what defines you. Know the sacrifices that, not only you have taken, but also those that your family have made for you to reach this junction in your life. The Ancient Greek aphorism “know

thyself” epitomizes this essential step in comprehending individual responsibility. Know what you are doing. Whether you may be the carefree hedonist or the assiduous workhorse, have a rational game plan. Are you sure you want to brush aside your coursework for something you wish you would have reconsidered? Are you sure you want to inundate yourself with extracurriculars and extra course credits when you did not think of what your limits are? All of your actions originate from no other place than yourself. Know why you are here. It all comes down to having goals and dreams. Regardless of what they may be, these ideals are what you strive for. Taking the initiative in college and understanding the question, “Why?” is imperative for being cognizant of individual responsibility. In the end, it is you that is in control of the opportunities present, so do not let it go to waste. It is your college experience, your opportunity, and your responsibility. Make it count. Raymond La is a sophomore majoring in microbiology.

tasizing about, anyway. Also, I am dying to use one of those scan guns. 3. Go back to my apartment. This one sounds promising, right? Surprise! My roommate is there. I’m going to close the shades and we’re all going to just sit in the pitch black and watch Real Housewives marathons together for hours on end. I’ll share my insightful thoughts about what type of plastic surgery each of the housewives has and you will listen. Fun. 4. Go with me to my dentist appointment. Might as well get to know more about the equipment you’re dealing with. You can watch my dentist count my teeth and tell me how he needs to use the kid-sized equipment because my mouth is the same size as someone who gets to pick out a prize from the treasure chest after his or her appointment. 5. Stare lovingly into each other’s eyes for seven solid hours: Self-explanatory. Cosmo, don't thank me now! Wait for this article to get you your magazine’s first Pulitzer or a Nickelodeon Kid’s Choice award – whatever it is you guys are after.

Take a journey to self-discovery he importance of traveling is rarely stressed until one gets to college. There are multiple opportunities to study abroad in a plethora of places: ALANNA PHILLIPS Australia, Japan, the CONTRIBUTING Galapagos Islands COLUMNIST and so many more. But what is it about exploration that students are asked to venture further into the world beyond the journey to college itself ? It lies in the simple lesson of undergrad: selfdiscovery. Beginning at a young age, reading is heavily encouraged. It provides a place of peace and refuge, a place where one is free to be whomever they choose and to lose oneself in another world. Exploration of the mind lies in books, but exploration of the body lies in the world. This world is filled with unfathomable possibilities, overf lowing with opportunities, and in them lie the secrets of one’s fate, the secrets of who we are to become.

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Health care reform is a step forward

et us get this out of the way: I find the Affordable Care Act, upheld in nearentirety this past June by the U.S. Supreme Court, GAURAV DHIMAN as a vital step forCONTRIBUTING ward in expanding COLUMNIST insurance coverage and minimizing certain abuses within the health industry. You may agree or disagree to varying extents with my assessment. Now, momentarily disregard the public debate over the individual mandate, state exchanges, Medicare and many other issues. It seems that many of my peers seem to think that the healthcare law hardly affects them. After all, most hail from middle to higher-income strata. Many people already have health insurance plans through their parents. Many are healthy and not in need of any major treatment. The 2010 law really is not all that important, or is it? Independent youths will be required to purchase health insurance or pay a penalty, which may be a pro or a con depending on personal opinion. However, starting in 2014, young people will be allowed to stay on their parents’ healthcare plans until they turn 26, and the government will help pay for insurance for individuals who truly have trouble affording it. Under the law, screening for alcohol abuse, depression, domestic violence and tobacco use are legally required to be covered by health insurance plans. Type 2 diabetes, HIV, breast cancer and cervical cancer, as well as immunization vaccines and contraception access, are also included under this new provision. Also, gender cannot be used as a basis to charge one individual over another for the same type of coverage. Oh yeah, and did I mention that insurance companies cannot deny coverage based on “pre-existing conditions” such as pregnancy or cancer? This law seems pretty good for young adults. Now, we can get back to arguing over the rest of the bill. Gaurav Dhiman is a first-year medical student. THE MIAMI HURRICANE

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AT LEFT: Senior David Shulman (left), and UM alumnus Sean Smith share a pitcher of beer at the Rathskeller. BELOW: Seniors Zach Kornblum (left) and Nick Delgado regularly meet up with their friends at the Rat.

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Five great places to cheer on the Canes BY STEPHANIE PARRA NEWS EDITOR

The first home game of the football season is nearly two weeks away, but that shouldn’t stop you from painting your face orange and green or sporting your proudest Hurricanes ensemble. Though nothing can replace traditions like running through the smoke or 10 a.m. tailgates, there are in fact other popular places to gather for Canes games. Check out these five venues that can help keep your Miami spirit high while you wait for the first home game.

1. Sports Grill South Miami This venue, known for its ridiculously cheap Monday and Wednesday night specials, is just one of the many sports bars near campus. On Mondays, Sports Grill offers wings for 55 cents each from 4 p.m. until midnight. Voted “best wings in Miami” by the Miami New Times, these wings pack in tons of flavor. Also, this place has free WiFi … who can turn down free Wi-Fi? For a full list of specials and hours of operation, visit sportsgrillmiami.com or call 305-668-0396.

Thrilllist said, “LOKal – the ‘K’ should probably stand for ‘kick-ass burgers.’” This highly-praised venue promises a welcoming environment on gameday, with hearty sides, handsome decor and flat-screen TVs. For specials and hours of operation, visit lokalmiami.com or call 305-442-3377. LoKal Burgers & Beer is located at 3190 Commodore Plaza, Coconut Grove.

Sports Grill South Miami is located at 1559 Sunset Drive.

3. Any frat party ever Nothing screams college more than a fraternity party, especially one hosted by the loudest fraternities on campus. Though plans for these parties are usually kept on the DL, keep refreshing your Facebook home page and you’ll be amazed by what you find.

2. LOKal Burgers & Beer LOKal Burgers & Beer opened its doors in mid-December 2011. Though a rookie for Hurricane football season, this place was set for success when

4. The Rathskeller Though the Rathskeller’s temporary spot may not necessarily offer the trademark charm of its original location, this miniature version of the

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Rat still has swag. With a refurbished UC patio and lovely orange swings, this classic campus stomping ground is surely the place to be on gameday. So grab a swing and sport your orange and green when you visit the heart of campus tradition. Call 305-284-6310 for more information. The temporary Rathskeller is located on the lower level of the University Center. 5. Buffalo Wild Wings This sports bar, probably the closest one to campus (along with Sports Grill), offers traditional wings in 27 different flavors. Known to attract many Canes for away games, Buffalo Wild Wings offers tasty cheap eats and a home away from home for UM students. Visit buffalowildwings. com or call 305-668-0911 for more information. Buffalo Wild Wings is located at 5701 Sunset Drive, Suite B-13A.

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Popular chain delights with burgers, UM appeal BY SPENCER DANDES COPY CHIEF

Move over, Five Guys. Take a seat, OMG! Burgers. There’s a new burger joint on the block: Shake Shack, which opened on U.S. 1 across from campus in July. The restaurant is the largest of the franchise’s 16 locations, combining a friendly indoor setting with covered patio seating. Business has soared since the July 15 opening, and according to several staff members the budget has been exceeded every day. “It’s really busy, especially during peak lunch and dinner hours,” said Brenna Verner, a Shake Shack employee. “There’s usually a line through the door.”

The restaurant has an efficient and convenient setup so guests who only order cold items don’t have to wait in the longer hot food line. Located on South Dixie Highway where the popular barbecue restaurant Smoke’t used to stand, Shake Shack has reached out to the UM community in several ways. The “U” Malt, made of frozen chocolate custard, fudge sauce, chocolate truff le cookie dough and malt, was aptly named for the university. Also, students can get a serving of custard or a soda free with any $5 purchase. Junior Justin Green, who frequented Smoke’t and was eager for a new restaurant to take its place, said Shake Shack hits all the right notes. “The ShackBurger was awesome,

and I can’t wait to try more of the shakes,” he said. “The ‘U’ Malt is clearly a nice touch at a restaurant so close to campus.” The majority of Shake Shack’s burgers are topped with their famous tangy Shack Sauce. Burgers cost anywhere from $3.30 for a single hamburger to $8.85 for the massive “Shake Stack.” Hot dogs are slightly cheaper, running between $3 and $5. Fries are an additional $2.70, or $3.70 for cheese fries. Besides burgers and hot dogs, Shake Shack is known for its appealing dessert menu with frozen custards, f loats, and “concretes,” which are described as custard blended with various mix-ins. The frozen custard is denser and richer than traditional ice cream, and is made daily at the restaurant.

Verner said they will feature a rotation of special custard f lavors, including out-of-the-ordinary options like malted marshmallow or heirloom tomato. There will be seasonal draught beers in addition to the standard beer and wine menu. For fall, the $5.50 draught special is pumpkin harpoon UFO. Shake Shack, which debuted as a Manhattan-area hot dog stand in 2001, keeps sustainability in mind. The kitchen composts waste and uses eco-friendly appliances, and the tables and chairs are made from recycled materials. In fact, Verner said the furniture in the main dining area was created from old bowling lanes. Shake Shack is located at 1450 S. Dixie Highway in Coral Gables.

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Motion pictures student writes, directs coming out dramedy BY DANNY CEPERO MULTIMEDIA EDITOR

Senior Danny Menendez, a relative new-comer to the world of moviemaking, finished his first film, “Born This Way,” this summer taking on the roles of screenwriter, producer and director. An interesting twist on the typical coming-out tale, “Born This Way” tells the story of a closeted straight guy coming out to his gay parents. The Miami Hurricane spoke with Menendez about his experiences while creating his short film. The Miami Hurricane: What inspired you to make this movie? Danny Menendez: Timing really. I originally wanted to make a drama out of it, just a story about a kid coming out and telling his parents he’s gay. But at the same time I wanted to practice my comedy writing, so I figured I could put them into one movie. Right now, I feel like we’re reaching a point in our society that people are MENENDEZ now understanding this different subculture, this different race of people, so to speak. It’s now being recognized by the youth especially. Now we have nine states allowing gay marriage. The more awareness the youth has, the better it’s going to be. TMH: What was the process like? DM: I figured the best way to tell this story, especially a story this serious, is through comedy. The best way to express something is through comedy. So then I thought, “What if it was switched? What if it was told from a different perspective?” People would automatically see the dramatic irony and it would hit them across the face even harder. So the process was all about getting the story straight, getting to know Kevin in the first minute, and right when we see his parents, getting to know 12

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the world they live in. I went through at least five drafts before I started getting the crew together and the actors. It was pretty difficult especially since I didn’t have any producer or assistant directors. TMH: What was your experience like directing? DM: Originally I was suppose to co-direct with a friend of mine and at the last minute he had to drop out because of personal reasons. So I had to direct without any knowledge of what I was doing. So I had to make it up as I went along, but I pretty much just went with my instincts. The challenging part was the casting. TMH: Was this part of a course? DM: It was part of an independent study. Originally, I just wanted to write it and have someone else film it. But it came to a point where time was basically money, and everyone was doing their own projects at this point. So it was just something I wanted to try and got a lot better results than I thought. TMH: Have you always wanted to be a filmmaker? DM: In high school, I did a lot of music. I sang for choir, jazz, jazz ensemble. When I was graduating high school I thought that this wasn’t what I wanted to do and I wasn’t passionate enough about it. When I got here, I didn’t know that you could major in motion pictures. Combining theater and film has been an absolute treasure for me. There isn’t anything better than creating something for the stage and entertaining. And there’s nothing like writing something yourself. TMH: In reference to your future projects, are you sticking with comedy? DM: I do want to try different genres. I do have a script that has darker themes. But I’m not sure what I’m going to be doing with it in the future. It’s more of a crime-thriller and so I just want to try it out. But I was basically raised in comedy. My family, growing up, was very, very funny. My brother is hysterical. Even if the stories are a little hard to take in, the best way to take it in is through comedy. Like when you’re hearing some-

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thing that’s hard to take in, the best way to tell someone is through jokes and gags, or telling it in a funny way. Once you’ve taken something in and laughed about it, it’s easier to understand and take in.

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true freshmen listed on the depth chart for the Canes football game against Boston College this Saturday

consecutive nonconference victories for the women’s volleyball team at the Knight Sports Complex

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SPORTS BRIEFS SOCCER Following a 1-1 weekend stretch that included the first home game of the year (a 4-0 victory over Morehead State), the UM women’s soccer team will hit the road to take on two nonconference foes. On Friday, Miami will face off against Pittsburgh beginning at 5 p.m. After a day off, the Canes will hit the pitch Sunday against West Virginia. Miami will be back at Cobb Field for its second home game of the season when they host Idaho on Sept. 7.

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL The Hurricanes women’s basketball team announced the non-conference portion of its schedule for the 20122013 seasons, and it includes notable matchups against some of the more highly-regarded teams in the nation. ZACH BEEKER // STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER AIRBORNE: Sophomore Emani Sims goes airborne to set up her teammate during a game against Ole Miss at the Hurricane Invitational. Miami will next travel to the Redbird Classic in Normal, Ill., before returning home to open ACC play against FSU.

New players grow into leaders on the court BY PATRICK RILEY STAFF WRITER

With wins over Rutgers and Samford on Saturday afternoon, the Miami women’s volleyball team was able to finish with a perfect 4-0 record in the Hurricane Invitational Tournament. After beating Wofford and Ole Miss on Friday to start off the four-team competition, the Canes returned to the Knight Sports Complex to sweep Rutgers in three sets and then beat Samford three to one. Juniors Alex Johnson and Taylor Hollins led the way for Miami, accounting for 51 of the team’s 102 kills on Saturday. “They’re two of the leaders on our team,” coach Nicole Lantagne Welch said. “People that we know we can count on in any situation. They’re very smart attackers. They keep the other team off balance.” Miami’s opponents frequently struggled with the Canes’ size and length at the net,

something that Lantagne Welch is not accustomed to. “You know, usually we’re used to being a little bit of a smaller team out there, so it’s kind of nice to have the tables turn and have some size on them.” While the 687 in attendance on Saturday were able to enjoy an entertaining tournament that featured some games that went down to the wire, the players were just happy to have regular season volleyball back in their lives. “It’s always exciting,” said Johnson, the tournament MVP. “Because this is what we train to do. We train all spring, six months, just came out of preseason two-a-days, we get to finally show what we’ve been working on. It’s just our time to shine.” And shine they did. Sophomore Emani Sims led all players in the tournament with a hitting percentage of 51.1, teammate Alexis Mourning led everyone in blocks with 20 and Johnson dominated teams with her signature serve, recording a tournament-best 11 aces. But while UM’s players filled up the stat sheets, it was the team’s cohesive performance that stood out. The Canes led all teams in ev-

ery category from opponent hitting percentage to assists to digs. Although Miami displayed its dominance for much of the weekend, Lantagne Welch feels there are areas that still need work. “I think we got a little lackadaisical in set two [of the Rutgers game] and I think we need to know that every point matters and have a competitive, fiery side to us throughout an entire match,” she said. Nevertheless, the Canes are happy to start the 2012 season on a high note. They will face Oregon State, Illinois State and Presbyterian next weekend in the Redbird Classic after which ACC play will kick off against archrival Florida State. “I think we are in a good place heading to the second weekend of the season,” Lantagne Welch said. “We did see some things we need to be crisper at, but also built a lot of confidence and momentum going forward.” Miami will face Oregon State on Friday afternoon at 4:30 p.m. followed by Illinois State and Presbyterian on Saturday at 11 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., respectively. After the tournament in Illinois, Miami will return to Coral Gables for a showdown with FSU on Sept. 7. Aug. 30 - Sept. 5, 2012

In what will be only the second time in program history they have faced off, the Hurricanes will welcome Tennessee on Nov. 18. They will also welcome Penn State on Nov. 29. Because of the changes in ACC scheduling going from 16 to 18 conference games, the out of conference schedule this year will be limited to just 11 contests.

FOOTBALL The Hurricanes are set to take on the Boston College Eagles on Saturday beginning at 3:30 p.m., and there are a variety of ways to tune into the game. On television, the Canes will be seen across the east coast on ABC. The game will also be streaming live from WVUM, on 90.5 FM locally or the online stream at wvum.org. Ernesto Suarez may be contacted at sports@themiamihurricane.com. Information compiled from hurricanesports.com.

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Canes get the best of Morehead State in 4-0 shutout HEADS UP: Freshman Amy Schmidt is surrounded by players from Morehead State as she attempts a header. The Hurricanes dominated the match last Friday, winning 4-0. Miami will travel to West Virginia for a tournament that also includes Pittsburgh and West Virginia. Then, the team will return to Cobb Stadium for a four-game homestand in early September.

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Student ticket system overhauled; football passes now available online TICKETS FROM PAGE 1

In order to be able to sign up for and receive a ticket, students must have the Athletic Fee added and paid for on their student account. If it has not been paid for, or if there are any holds on the account, then a ticket will not be sent out. The new system will also include the bus shuttle plan. Unlike in previous semesters, where anyone wanting to take the bus to the stadium would have to get a sticker by the Wednesday before a game (for Saturday contests), it is now possible to board the bus simply by showing a valid Cane Card. Buses will begin boarding up to three hours before game time, with the last bus departing campus at the time of kickoff. There will be backup systems in place in case of lost tickets or misplaced phones, but it may take significantly 14

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longer to get into the stadium, so it is encouraged that students come to the gates prepared with either their printed ticket or their phone, as well as their Cane Card. Any students with problems can report to Gate H for assistance. Though the ticketing system may be moving online, that is not to say there will be a limit to the number of tickets that will be allocated for students. “There will be no cutoff point. Our job is to make sure every student gets into that game,” Weisser said. “If every student on campus decides to go to the game, we’re going to find a place to put them. I would love to have 15,000 students at our games.” For any additional questions, contact the Hurricane Ticket Office via email at canestix@miami.edu, or by phone at 1-800-462-2637.

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1. Log onto hurricanesports.com and click on the “Tickets” drop-down menu; then click on “Student ticketing.” 2. Log into your student account (use your email address and password) You will receive your password in an email from the Athletic Department prior to the season 3. Once logged in, you will be able to select any or all of the following items: Your free student game ticket Purchase guest tickets Purchase a parking pass 4. Once you complete the process, you will have the option of forwarding or downloading a digital ticket to your mobile device or printing out your ticket. 5. On gameday, you must enter at Gate B. You will be required to show your game ticket and Cane Card in order to enter Sun Life Stadium.

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Get Out the Vote/Turbo Vote Kickoff Thursday, August 30 • 11 a.m. The Rock

Want to register to vote for the November Presidential Elections? Come join the Student Government sponsored Get Out The Vote/TurboVote Kickoff on the Rock on August 30th from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Volunteers and organizations will be registering voters and have giveaways to those who register. Please come out and become active citizens!

miami.edu/calendar Thursday, Aug. 30 Toppel: Interviewing Skills 11 a.m. • Toppel Library This program is essential before attending an interview for an internship, graduate program, or full-time job! Topics that will be covered include how to prepare for the interview, questions the interviewer will ask, and the most effective ways to follow-up. We will also provide an introduction to networking and negotiating your salary

Patio Jams ft. Eric Nizgretsky 12:15 p.m. • UC Patio Enjoy a Thursday afternoon tradition with HP’s Patio Jams! Take a break from classes, bring your lunch, and enjoy the sounds of Eric Nizgretsky. For more information, please contact Hurricane Productions at 305-284-4606

Lowe Art Museum presents: Introspection and Awakening: Japanese Art of the Edo and Meiji Period, 1615-1912 7 p.m. • Lowe Art Museum Curated by Lowe Art Museum Director and Chief Curator, Brian A. Dursum, this exhibition features 225 mixed media works, and is drawn entirely from the permanent collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami. It will feature paintings, sculpture, prints, ceramics, and lacquer from the 17th-early 20th century.

Cosford Cinema Presents: Scarface 7 p.m. • Cosford Cinema A cautionary tale of ambition, excess, and violence, Brian De Palma’s Scarface has become the definitive gangster film. It’s status as a classic is cemented both by it’s longevity and cultural impact. Essential about the rise and fall of a ‘great’ man, Scarface is an epic about hubris. The film traces the meager origins of a Cuban refugee, Tony Montana, as he chases the American dream in the great city of opportunity Miami. Tony works his way up in the underworld and establishes an empire to realize the price of power is greater than he imagined

Friday, Aug. 31 IFC Bid Day 5 p.m. • The Rock Greeks and non-Greeks alike feel free to come out to this event and meet the newest members of the Greek community! New members please report to the I-Lounge at 3pm to pick up bid cards. For more information contact the Dean of Students Office at (305) 284.5353

QuantUM Entertainment Presents Auditions for You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown 5:30 p.m. • UC 245 QuantUM Entertainment is seeking six strong singer/actors. Must be versatile, able to move well and be at home with both comedic and dramatic material. Ability to

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Wednesday, September 5 • 9:30 p.m. Wellness Center Come out to the Wellness Center in Multi-Purpose Room C at 9:30 p.m. and get a chance to take a class with UM’s first and only co-ed hip hop team! KAOS experiments with all forms of hip hop dancing such as street, krumping, pop-locking, tutting, waving, breakdancing and booty dancing but don’t be surprised if you see a little contemporary technique thrown into thier routines as well. The class is $5.00 and open to all UM students. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us at umiamikaos@yahoo.com.

read well and hold tight harmonies, a plus. Please contact j.moniz1@umiami.edu for audition requirements and other information. If you’re not an actor or would like to get involved in another aspect of the show, please contact j.weidmaier@umiami.edu to find out how!

Cosford Cinema Presents: Hermano 7 p.m. • Cosford Cinema Set in Caracas, one of the world’s most dangerous cities, Hermano traces the relationship of brothers on the soccer field as the strive to lift themselves out of there circumstances. Tinged with sibling rivalry and ambition, Hermano is a electric tale of family and fate.

Saturday, Sept. 1 RAB Football Watch Party: Miami vs Boston College 3:30 p.m. • Rathskeller Come cheer on your ‘Canes at the Rathskeller for their first game of the season! Enjoy 50 cent wings* courtesy of the Rathskeller Advisory Board (RAB) and watch your team take on Boston College in their ACC opener. Coverage available via ABC/ESPN2, GameTracker and WVUM 90.5 FM. *Limit 20 wings per person. Dine-in only.

QuantUM Entertainment Presents Auditions for You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown 4 p.m. • UC 245

CAC Presents: 21 Jump Street 10 p.m. • Cosford Cinema Joining the police force and the secret Jump Street unit, Schmidt (Jonah Hill) and Jenko (Channing Tatum) use their youthful appearances to go undercover in a local high school. As they trade in their guns and badges for backpacks, Schmidt and Jenko risk their lives to investigate a violent and dangerous drug ring. But they find that high school is nothing like they left it just a few years earlier - and neither expects that they will have to confront the terror and anxiety of being a teenager again and all the issues they thought they had left behind.

Cosford Cinema Presents: Hermano 1 p.m., 3 p.m., 8:15 p.m. • Cosford Cinema

Cosford Cinema Presents: Scarface 5 p.m., 11:59 p.m. • Cosford Cinema

Sunday, Sept. 2 Cosford Cinema Presents: Hermano 3:30 p.m., 5:45 p.m. • Cosford Cinema

CAC Presents: 21 Jump Street 8 p.m. • Cosford Cinema

There are no classes on Monday due to Labor day.

CNL’s Screen on the Green

Friday, September 7 • 8 p.m. UC Foote Green Bring your lawn chair or your favorite towel and come be a part of another Screen on the Green! Screen on the Green is sponsored by Canes Night Live and gives you a chance to have some down time and relax while watching a movie and enjoying the great South Florida weather. To find more information on this event, what movies we’re showing and many more events feel free to visit www.facebook.com/CanesNightLive. For other questions please contact Hurricane Productions at 305-284-4606.

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