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Holiday happenings BY BLAKE WEIL CONTRIBUTING EDGE WRITER
The swaying palm trees, bright sun and cool breezes might make you think otherwise, but the holiday season is already here. Christmas lights are up, and Hanukkah is just around the corner. Considering Miami’s warm weather and crowded beaches, it can be difficult to get into the holiday spirit. But South Florida offers some great activities that will get you in the mood to celebrate.
Turn to page 7 to learn about the city’s best holiday attractions.
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STUDENT ACTIVITIES CENTER
SAC on schedule for fall 2013 opening Center will house new Rat, offices BY ERIKA GLASS COPY EDITOR
On the shore of Lake Osceola are palm trees, the occasional ibis and now the Student Activities Center (SAC), which is set to open in the fall of 2013. The almost complete SAC will feature new dining options, a 24/7 study space and offices for student organizations. An anticipated campus staple, the Rathskeller, will also have a new home in the SAC, according to Dan Westbrook, director of the University Center. “One big feature that students are looking forward to is the new Rat,” he said. “It’s going to be two stories, and it’ll have a mezzanine just like the old Rat.” The Rat will not be the only food option at the SAC. The first floor will include three new food services: a second Starbucks, Red Mango, and M2O, a made-to-order
sandwich option. Indoor ATMs, a 24-hour study space and the law student center will be available on the first floor as well. Upstairs, a large part of the second floor contains the student organization offices and a media center for student publications. Student organizations that currently have offices in the University Center will still have offices once the SAC is built. On the third floor will be a new ballroom, which will hold 600 to 1,000 people depending on individual event setups, and a patio overlooking Lake Osceola. The terrace will be available for events as well. “The view of the lake from three stories up is breathtaking,” Westbrook said. There are additional locations available for organization offices, but that information cannot be given at this time, according to Abel Champion, the chair of the Student Center Complex Advisory Council (SCCAC). Westbrook created the SCCAC to facilitate student participation in the planning of the SAC.
CAYLA NIMMO // PHOTO EDITOR A NEW VIEW: The Student Activities Center, set to open fall 2013, will feature different food options and student organization offices.
“The committee was created to ensure that the new student center was painted with student voice,” Champion said. Construction of the SAC is on schedule, and UM administration expects it to open on time. “The plan is still to have the opening that fall and there are no
indications that we are going to miss that deadline,” Westbrook said. Student Government President Nawara Alawa is optimistic about the new space. “It’s a game changer for our campus and for student life,” she said.
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ROTC transforms students to leaders Cadets graduate with guaranteed military jobs BY ALEXANDER GONZALEZ | ASSISSTANT EDITOR AND ALYSHA KHAN | ENTERPRISE EDITOR
Lt. Col. Paul Connor, who graduated from the University of Miami in 1993, has been working for the U.S. Air Force for 20 years. He has been a rocket scientist and a medic; he has worked on projects involving nuclear weapons and classified data; he led humanitarian missions to Bangladesh and Timor Leste. “They’ve got a half million to a million dollars invested in me,” Connor said. “Tell me another company that will do that for you.” Connor spent his undergraduate years enrolled in the U.S. Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program on campus. ROTC is a college program used by the United States armed forces to train commissioned officers. Because Connor participated in ROTC, he was able to receive a job with the Air Force. UM is the local host school for the Air Force’s ROTC program in South Florida, and there are currently about 85 cadets enrolled in the program. 2
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These cadets include students from UM and colleges across South Florida, such as Florida International University and Miami Dade College. “I like the camaraderie,” sophomore Patrick Kelly said. “My closest friends are cadets.” In order to join the program, which lasts three to four years, students need to have a minimum 2.0 GPA and pass a physical assessment, said Capt. Jeffrey Nunez, the operations flight manager of the ROTC program. Once accepted, cadets must maintain a 2.0 GPA and participate in physical training and leadership laboratories throughout the week. “It forces me to grow up and learn time management with such a strict schedule,” Kelly said. “I also learn to be disciplined, because unlike regular students, I cannot go out and have fun every day.” For senior Anne Marie Peters, classes always come first, but ROTC is a close second. Peters received an ROTC scholarship her freshman year to attend UM, which came with a commission to work for the Air Force. After she graduates in December, she will serve as a meteorologist. “I don’t have to practice writing a resume or practice interviewing at Toppel,” she said. “I don’t Nov. 15 - Nov. 18, 2012
have to worry about internships because ROTC is my internship.” Most cadets who want to receive commission for a job with the Air Force must first be accepted to and then complete a month of field training at bases in Alabama and Mississippi. During field training, cadets learn about team dynamics and leadership. If they pass field training, cadets begin to apply for jobs once they return to their schools. The most popular career is a pilot, Nunez said. But according to Peters, graduating with a job is not the only benefit of being a cadet. The weekly leadership labs help students learn more about leadership styles and how to become better leaders. “I thought it was really cool to see how I grew as a leader,” she said. For Connor, ROTC prepared him for military service, which is what he wanted to do since he was a child. Connor was named after his uncle, who died in the Vietnam War. “We don’t do what we do to get rich, or to get famous,” he said. “We do what we do because we feel this higher calling. All of this is instilled from day one.”
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GREEK LIFE
Remaining Pike members work to restore legacy Fraternity boosts service following investigations BY STEPHANIE PARRA NEWS EDITOR
The Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity, known as Pike, is working as a chapter to restore its image following a series of investigations led by the Dean of Students Office last fall. According to an article reported by The Miami Hurricane in November 2011, two incidents involving Pike prompted the investigation. The first was an unauthorized, offcampus party during Labor Day weekend. The second was the initiation of ineligible members during the fraternity’s spring 2011 semester. The Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook defines a student who is eligible for initiation as one who has a cumulative GPA of 2.50 and is enrolled in at least 12 credit hours during both pre-initiation and at the time of initiation. Pike was charged with nine violations of university policy and pled “responsible to all charges,” according to information released by the Dean of Students Office follow-
ing the hearings that addressed the violations. Since then, the Dean of Students Office and the national Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity have imposed numerous sanctions, including a chapter-wide membership review that took place this past spring. “I think that Dr. [Patricia] Whitely and Dean [Tony] Lake imposed sanctions that they felt would most improve the chapter moving forward. We respect the University’s decision and strive to be the best we can be moving forward,” Pike President Christopher Seifel said. The membership review was conducted by national Pike officers. “They looked at GPAs, disciplinary records and everything to be invited back in,” Pike Secretary Nick Conforti said. “Almost half of the fraternity was not invited back in. It created a lot of tension. Now the core group of recognized brothers is smaller, but it’s comprised of kids that care a lot more and do things for Pike.” Now, the chapter is down to around 25 members. Members who were not selected to return to the chapter are on a five-year suspension period, but will be recognized as members of Pike if they wish. “Pretty much everyone now either has a
position, or is doing everything to make sure we meet all the sanctions,” Conforti said. “Because we were in trouble, we want to get us back fully functioning so we can grow again and recruit so we aren’t in trouble anymore.” The former executive board also had to step down in order for a new executive board to be selected. Steve Priepke, assistant dean of students and coordinator for fraternity and sorority life, has been working closely with the chapter in order to help it restore its reputation. “They had a litany of things they had to have completed, and I developed it into an easy-to-follow plan, and we’ve been checking it off together,” Priepke said. Priepke has met with several alumni and members of the chapter’s executive board to help them undergo training. As a chapter, Pike also needs to meet certain philanthropy requirements. Priepke believes that the work they have been engaging in will help the chapter restore its image on campus. “Unfortunately – or not unfortunately – certain images and certain types attach themselves to certain sororities and fraternities,” Priepke said. “I think that the men that
are part of their active chapter now are pretty impressive guys, so I feel good about that and the leadership and where it’s going. I think it’s hard to overcome stereotypes and reputations. It takes time to build great ones.” According to Conforti, restoring his fraternity’s image is important to members beyond the chapter at UM. “We have alumni telling us that we can’t get kicked off campus,” said Conforti, a junior. “Pike has a lot of history with Miami, and it’s one of the chapters that a lot of the national Pikes talk about.” Seifel, a senior, hopes the chapter will move past its previous actions in order to restore itself on campus. “We’re taking the one day at a time approach,” he said. “We try to get better each and every day, because if we are not improving, then we are failing. We are excited about the opportunity in front of us to rebuild our chapter from the ground up. With the help of our alumni base and Dean Priepke, I have no doubt that Pike will be a force on campus for many years to come, as it has been since our inception.” Alysha Khan contributed to this report.
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T-shirts raise awareness for domestic abuse victims LIFELINE SUPPORT: Senior Curtis Osceola walks down the line of T-shirts hanging as part of The Clothesline Project (CLP) on the Rock. The program started in 1990 to address the issue of violence against women. Survivors of domestic and sexual abuse express their emotions by decorating shirts and hanging them on a clothesline. “I wanted to see what everyone was looking at, and once I started I couldn’t stop because it was so moving,” Osceola said. UM sponsored the CLP on Wednesday for people to read the T-shirts and get informed about abuse issues. For more coverage of the CLP event, see a photo slideshow by Holly Bensur and Nick Gangemi at themiamihurricane.com.
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City to commission artist for two monuments Gables to incorporate ‘gateway’ theme BY ASHLEY MARTINEZ STAFF WRITER
Armed with a $1 million budget, the city of Coral Gables is in search of an artist to create two new monuments – the first built in the city in more than 70 years. The monuments are part of the $27 million Neighborhood Renaissance Program that was approved by the Coral Gables City Commission in July 2011. The two structures will help connect the city’s historical past with its aesthetically pleasing present. “Coral Gables has long valued natural beauty, its history, community and family,” said Cynthia Birdsill, the economic sustainability director of the city of Coral Gables. These will be the first monuments built since the death of George Merrick in 1942. Merrick, the founder of Coral Gables, predicted as far back as 1925 that the city would serve as a gateway to Lat-
in America. The theme of “gateways” is prevalent throughout the city’s entrance arches, plinths and fountains. The city is searching for an artist who will design and build two monuments on Segovia Street at the intersections of Biltmore and Coral ways. These locations were chosen because they serve as gateways to the center of the city. The monuments would be seen by more than 22,000 visitors daily, according to Birdsill. “The Segovia circles are ideal locations for large-scale art that mark these entry points, which can relate to each other as well as historic civic art surrounding the circles,” Birdsill said. The budget for this project is expected to be $1,075,000, which will include all costs such as materials, fabrication, transportation, insurance, installation and engineering, according to Birdsill. Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden has agreed to provide approximately $35,000 in in-kind services to the project, and the National Endowment for the Arts has awarded the city a $40,000 grant. To apply, the artist must have had at least five years of experience with out-
NEWS BRIEFS MASCOT TRYOUTS An information session for tryouts to be the next Sebastian the Ibis will be held at 6 p.m. Monday at the Knight Sports Complex. For more information, contact David Weisser at d.weisser@miami.edu.
FROST OPERA The Frost Opera Theater’s 2012-2013 season begins at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, with “Supernatural Scenes on Stage,” at Clark Recital Hall in the Weeks Center for Recording and Performance at UM’s Frost School of Music. “Supernatural Scenes on Stage” is free, but tickets are required. To reserve a spot, visit music.miami.edu/concerts. “Supernatural Scenes on Stage” will feature demons, angels, fairies and vampires. Scenes in the opera will include those from Humperdinck’s “Hansel and Gretel,” Ravel’s “L’Enfant et les Sortilèges (The Child and the Spells),” Marschner’s “Der Vampyr,” Gounod’s “Faust,” Stravinsky’s “The Rake’s Progress,” and Mozart’s “Don Giovanni.”
rection are arranged by program director Alan Johnson, and set consultation will be by Miami-based virtual artist Sherri Tan.
GUANTANAMO From 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Monday, Brig. Gen. Mark Martins and David Schulz will discuss legal issues related to Guantanamo military commissions. The discussion will be moderated by UM School of Law professor Christina Frohock. It will be held at Storer Auditorium. Martins served as the lead prosecutor in the 9/11 trials of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed. Schulz, a New York attorney, served as lead counsel for a broad coalition of news organizations that challenged Guantanamo’s media access rules. Stephanie Parra may be reached at news@ themiamihurricane.com.
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door public art, completed a project of at least $200,000 and have experience with the design and fabrication of fountains. The monuments might portray themes of civic identity and beauty, the Coral Gables community, the city’s history, the meaning of being a gateway, or the city’s connection with the natural world. At the request of Vice Mayor William Kerdyk Jr., the new monuments must also incorporate a fountain feature to keep in line with Merrick’s distinctive design. Gregory Bush, an associate professor in UM’s history department, said that South Floridians have a weak sense of the past, but a monument could resolve this. “Generally, many things in South Florida are erased in every generation,” Bush said. “A monument, if it is well designed and thoughtful and done with respect, will help us preserve where we’ve been and preserve the sense that everything isn’t erasable, and today that is something extremely important for us to remember.” However, the impending construction leaves some students questioning the
city’s priorities. “If the statue was going to a good cause, then I could understand that,” said senior Kathryn Kolaczynski, a studio art and psychology double major. “Right now, they are redoing roads on U.S. 1, which is an effective use of money and construction time … I understand in terms of the artists’ perspective, it’s a commission, a way to gain money, but this is not needed right now, especially with the way the economy is.”
A monument, if it is well designed and thoughtful and done with respect, will help us preserve where we’ve been and preserve the sense that everything isn’t erasable, and today that is something extremely important for us to remember. Gregory Bush, Associate professor in UM’s history department
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OPINION ince publishing the special Adderall report on Monday – which included a news story, an opinion column and the staff editorial – The Miami Hurricane has observed criticism and discontent among readers. People have shared their ALLISON GOODMAN opinions over email, FaceEDITOR-IN-CHIEF book, Twitter and through comments on our website. Most have scrutinized the editors’ decision to publish the satirical commentary, which was by a writer who has turned to Concerta – legally prescribed – to enhance his academic performance. Many have questioned the credibility of the Hurricane for publishing such a piece. I'd like to make it clear that the opinion columns published in the Hurricane – with the exception of the staff editorial – represent the views of the individual columnists, and not the Hurricane or its editorial board. Choosing not to publish a column because we disagree with it would be inherently biased. It's also worth noting that nowhere did the staff editorial endorse illegal Adderall abuse – that was never our position, and we would never intentionally encourage students to turn to an activity that could harm themselves or the university. The editorial, the product of organized staff-wide discussion, merely recognized the pressure students face that sometimes lead them to do things like take Adderall to boost their focus. It read: “Adderall won’t make you smarter or invincible, it just heightens your drive to finish study guides, research papers and projects.” There is obviously a fine line between choosing not to chastise our peers for illegal drug use and encouraging this illegal drug use – but we treaded it carefully. Finally, we worked to keep the news story objective and diverse in perspective. Although we’ve been asked by a number of dissatisfied readers to retract these pieces, doing so would work against our mission to cover all aspects of the University of Miami community. Newspapers serve as forums for public comment, and the Hurricane strives to represent diverse opinions. In that spirit, the Hurricane editorial board stands behind Monday’s staff editorial, and the decision to publish Robert Pursell’s column.
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Pike revamped, but reputation persists Last November, Pike was suspended from campus for several violations. But this November, they’re redeeming themselves. Pike is known as one of the rowdiest fraternities in the nation. And the UM chapter is no exception. But the consequences its members received for crossing the line has caused a recent change of heart – at least one could hope. In the last 12 months, Pike members have participated in community service events and have committed themselves to showing the university how sorry they are for their mistakes. Although improvement indicates progress, the past can never be erased. Their reputation is paying the price. But as Papa Roach once said, scars remind us that the past is real. It is time for Pike to be given a second chance so that they may pave the way in a new direction. Last spring, a member of Pike National evaluated the brothers of the UM chapter based on their grade point averages, disciplinary records and service to the fraternity. Based on their final results, half of the brothers were dismissed.
The remaining ones are driven, dedicated and determined to revamp their brotherhood. Their mistakes should be forgiven, but not overlooked. What some of the former Pike members did was dishonorable, and their actions set a precedent for determining what is tolerable or intolerable conduct in the future. The Pike members have one goal in mind: to reinstate their old principles and values. But first, they must re-earn the respect of the university community. Unfortunately, students must keep in mind that being affiliated with an organization that has been scrutinized may take a toll on their individual reputations. If you want to become a member of Pike, keep that in mind. If you already are one, keep working to restore the roles you once embodied – scholars, leaders, athletes and gentlemen. The road will not be an easy one. But tough times don’t last, tough people do.
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Science, humanities intertwined rancis Crick, co-discoverer of the structure of DNA, once said, “It is notoriously difficult to define the word ‘living.’” In college, our main goal is precisely to try and define living, to help us PATRICK QUINLAN know more about ourCONTRIBUTING selves and the world COLUMNIST around us. But in the descriptions we apply to how we do this, we put up barriers to our thinking: “I’m a math and science person.” “I’m really good at history and English.” “I just want to make art all day.” These can be summed up into two basic schools of thought. The hard sciences of education, things that can be quantitatively measured and described, explain the “hows” of life – how
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insulin molecules help the regulation of glucose in the blood stream, how marginal tax cuts at low rates have diminishing economic returns, how the Earth revolves around the sun. On the other side, the humanities of education, the less definite fields, explain the “whys” of life – why a particular movement in a musical composition evokes emotional responses, why we emphasize with trends along social divisions, why we care to explore the universe around us like our ancestors before did. In fact, looking beyond superficial descriptions of the fields shows that they rely on each other more than we’d expect. Sciences use the humanities for the assumptions made about human nature and society to seek new experimental goals. FOR THE FULL VERSION OF THE STORY, VISIT THEMIAMIHURRICANE.COM
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR month ago, the editorial board condemned Lance Armstrong for his use of performance-enhancing drugs in the Tour de France. This week, The Miami Hurricane unashamedly encouraged its readers to abuse performance-enhancing prescription medications, telling students that it’s okay to take the alleged psychological equivalent of steroids. In doing so, my beloved paper sold its professional image for ratings. Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) is a serious psychological malady which has been trivialized by popular culture. There are rules and criteria for the disorder which should not be overlooked, such as vulnerability to distraction, extreme forgetfulness, lack of attentiveness and dislike of activities that require pronounced mental effort. In order for an individual to be diagnosed, these symptoms (and at least two other unlisted criteria) must present themselves in at least two different social settings and cause noticeable impairments over a period of six months. ADD symptoms are commonly treated with stimulant medications like Adderall, Concerta and Vyvanse, which have side effects as far apart in magnitude as dry mouth and epilepsy-grade seizures. Furthermore, these drugs are amphetamines commonly used in the synthesis of crystal meth. Because
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of these side effects (as well as the ethical implications surrounding the drugs), I waited years to fill my prescriptions. I was so reluctant that I avoided the subject throughout my undergraduate experience. Though I suffered academically and professionally, I did okay. Because people abuse these stimulants, there is a nationwide shortage of Adderall, Concerta and Vyvanse. As a result, those of us who actually need the medication must work harder to fill our prescriptions. The prevalence of jacked-up, super students makes it harder for people with ADD to compete (or catch up) in school settings and in the workplace. By promoting cheating and Adderall abuse (or articles by those who do), the Hurricane only complicated its situation. As an idealist, I believe all people must take responsibility for their ideas, words and actions. As a writer, I believe that journalism must be used to hold society accountable for those things and their consequences. The press exists to spread enlightenment to the masses through the truthful, fair, comprehensive and tasteful analysis of relevant events and issues. Andrew Blitman is a graduate student at the Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science.
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his letter is in response to Robert Pursell's article entitled "Stressed-out students should take advantage of pills." Pills, in this case, refer to the prescription drug Adderall used to treat those with Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD). I vehemently object to Mr. Pursell's opinion that abuse of Adderall should be considered appropriate, in any situation. He claims that negative side effects are mild at worst, and that the most negative consequence to the drug is to "clean a dorm room and look up far too many song lyrics." Mr. Pursell's reasoning seems to be based solely on observation and past experience without any regard for the opinion of medical professionals. Type into Google "Adderall side effects" and you will receive a dozen or more credible sources attesting to the extreme negative side effects of abusing Adderall. According to an article in the Huffington Post by Drs. Ronald Ricker and Venus Nicolino, Adderall can cause severe side effects like cardiac or pulmonary arrest, but the worst is the high "addictiveness" of the drug. Mr. Pursell, by encouraging the abuse of Adderall, you are in the same sentence encouraging addiction and ignoring the proven consequences of its abuse.
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MAP OUT YOUR HOLIDAY SEASON FIVE WAYS TO CELEBRATE around miami
“A Christmas Carol” at the Actors’ Playhouse
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Tea at the Biltmore
birrd road Holiday Tree Lighting at Merrick Park Santa’s Enchanted Forest Christmas and Hanukkah at Gusman Concert Hall
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“A Christmas Carol” at the Actors’ Playhouse Coral Gables Actors’ Playhouse, known for its delightful local productions, will feature its annual production of “A Christmas Carol” this holiday season, from Nov. 27 to Dec. 23. The famous tale is considered one of Charles Dickens’ best. Although often mocked for its corniness, those who have seen the show can attest to it being genuine and sweet, and a perfect heart warmer this time of year. Tickets cost $22.50, but student tickets are available in limited quantities for $15. Fifteen minutes before curtain, unfilled seats will be sold for $10. Actors’ Playhouse is located at 280 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables.
Holiday Tree Lighting at Merrick Park
Santa’s Enchanted Forest
For many, the holiday season kicks off once the Christmas tree is put up. And Merrick Park is no exception. The mall, famous for its ritzy shops and high-class restaurants, will be holding its annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday. It will feature appearances by beloved holiday characters, like Santa and Rudolph, festive street performers and children’s activities. Plus, the event is free. Visitors are encouraged to bring an unwrapped toy to donate to the Toys for Tots Drive.
A holiday favorite, Santa’s Enchanted Forest has been a main attraction during the holidays for years. Billing itself as the world’s largest holiday amusement park, Santa’s Enchanted Forest offers a festive carnival, dazzling lights, Florida’s tallest Christmas tree, rides, games, musical performances, acrobats and even exotic animals. While it’s certainly not the most highbrow attraction, it’s impossible to turn down the carnival’s sweet funnel cakes.
Tea at the Biltmore
Village of Merrick Park is located at 358 San Lorenzo Ave., Coral Gables.
Santa’s Enchanted Forest is located at 7900 SW 40th St., Miami.
The Biltmore Hotel is located at 1200 Anastasia Ave., Coral Gables.
If you’re looking for a relaxing activity, stop by the Biltmore and check out its decorations while enjoying a hot cup of tea and a plate of delicate sweets. The hotel is decorated to the nines, showcasing elegant holiday adornments. Reasonably priced at $15, the tea is a perfect weekend escape from the bustle of campus or South Beach, and an ideal romantic spot to celebrate the holidays in style.
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Christmas and Hanukkah at Gusman Concert Hall If music is what you’re looking for, you won’t even have to leave campus because Gusman Concert Hall will showcase holiday tunes on Dec. 18. This annual concert will feature the 85-member Greater Miami Symphonic Band, who will play a selection of holiday tunes that are sure to put a smile on anyone’s face. Tickets are $15 for general admission, but only $5 for children and students.
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COURTESY CHRIS DAVISON DANCE MUSIC: The Martinez Brothers, a popular duo that combines sounds from several genres of music, will perform at Club Space in Downtown Miami on Saturday.
Martinez Brothers talk mixed genres, Ibiza BY NICKY DIAZ EDGE EDITOR
The Martinez Brothers have managed to pull from the best of many music genres to create their sound, including techno, house, hip-hop and even disco. And something about their music caught on with listeners. While they were still teenagers, they headlined parties in Ibiza, Berlin and London. After spending this past summer in Ibiza, The Martinez Brothers have been touring the U.S. this fall, making Club Space their final stop on Saturday. The Miami Hurricane got the chance to talk to the duo about playing in Ibiza, touring and their musical influences. The Miami Hurricane: What’s the best part about touring? The Martinez Brothers: There’s not many things we don’t like about touring, minus the actual process – airports, security, etc. – we love it. Seeing different countries, different cultures, tasting different foods, having friends in cities around the world, it’s great. Wouldn’t trade it for the world. TMH: What are shows in Ibiza like? TMB: Shows in Ibiza are unlike anywhere else in the world. A lot of that has to do with just the energy and vibe of the island itself, which is something that’s hard to describe, but you have to experience. But the people are so carefree and so ready to have a great time that it makes for an amaz8
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ing party. TMH: How would you describe your sound? TMB: Our sound is kind of a culmination of a lot of different sounds; we don’t just play one style. If we had to say what our sound was, it would be music that just makes you dance. That’s the only rule we have. TMH: Who are some of your favorite artists at the moment? TMB: In the house world, the Apollonia crew are doing some dope stuff. More on the traditional house tip, Seth Troxler, who can definitely pull out some dope tracks in his sets. Julian Perez has been heavy on our rotation this year as well. We listen to so many different types of music from different eras. TMH: Do you have any advice for aspiring musicians? TMB: Don’t be lazy, do your homework. What you put in is what you put out. And always try to be original, don’t copy other people. Be yourself. IF YOU GO WHAT: The Martinez Brothers WHEN: 10 p.m. Saturday WHERE: Club Space, 34 NE 11th St., Miami TICKETS: Visit clubspace.com. Must be at least 21 years old to attend.
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percent shooting for the men’s basketball team in a 63-51 loss to Florida Gulf Coast on Monday night
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seniors playing in their final home game at 3 p.m. Saturday against South Florida
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Thriving club team crushes Tampa for 15th victory Miami up to fourth in division rankings BY VICTORIA HERNANDEZ CONTRIBUTING SPORTS WRITER
Whoosh, slap, thud. It’s another save for Paul DeSilva. DeSilva, a junior, is a thirdyear goalie for the University of Miami club ice hockey team. “It’s a huge love-hate relationship,” DeSilva said of his pressure-filled role. “If the team loses, everyone blames it on you. If the team wins, you’re the man.” He came to the University of Miami as a transfer student halfway through his freshman year. He first attended a New Hampshire prep school but decided it wasn’t worth the time and effort to play Division III hockey. DeSilva wanted something different. “I wanted to go where I could get a good education, nice weather, pretty girls, beaches,” he said. He didn’t expect to play hockey at UM, but soon found the roller hockey team. DeSilva struggled, as he had never played off the ice, but pushed through. “It was obviously worth it because we won the national championship,” he said. The roller team made the 2010 playoffs as an alternate and, when higher-ranked teams dropped out, Miami was given the final seed. The club won seven straight games and claimed the title in double overtime. Last year the team transformed into Miami’s first ice hockey team. They went undefeated their first year, but were on probation and could not participate in playoffs. This year, the Canes are 15-0-1 and DeSilva is 7-0 with 109 saves. He splits goaltending duties with fellow junior Joey Cimaglia. Cimaglia said the two are “actually good friends,” despite the assumption that there would be intense competition between them. On most teams there is only room for one goalie.
CAYLA NIMMO // PHOTO EDITOR ICED: Senior captain Jake Shuman moves the puck down the ice in Saturday’s game against the University of Tampa at Kendall Ice Arena. Miami seized its 15th win this season by a score of 9-2, and the team ranks fourth in the American Collegiate Hockey Association’s South Division.
Coach Michael Toyota explained the difference between a good goalie and a great goalie is the mental aspect of the game. He said DeSilva has great mental toughness and knows the fine line between confident and cocky. “He sees things for what they are,” Toyota said. DeSilva, a New Jersey native who fell in love with hockey when he saw the “Mighty Ducks” movies, started out as a defenseman, but he kept blocking the goalie, so the natural move was to become a goalie.
With the National Hockey League in a lockout with no end in sight, DeSilva is frustrated because he won’t get to watch his favorite teams. He and his buddies made it somewhere between 10 and 15 Florida Panthers games last year. However, the lockout might actually be a good thing for the young Hurricanes. “We are the most competitive hockey [team] in Florida except for the NHL,” DeSilva said. “It gives us good PR, and we are showcasing our talents.” An advantage of playing a
club sport and not NCAA is that DeSilva leads a very balanced life. He enjoys being a student, a hockey player and a member of the fraternity Pi Kappa Alpha. Compared to student-athletes with scholarships, he doesn’t feel the pressure to make the sport his first priority in life. “Academics is first. Really, that’s why we’re all here,” said DeSilva, a double major in sports administration and English with a minor in music business. DeSilva has utmost respect for his coaches, who give their Nov. 15 - Nov. 18, 2012
time to the team for free. “They are one of the best coaching staffs in Florida,” he said. “They really care about the team.” Overall, the team is a big brotherhood. They hang out together outside of hockey practice and games. Even on road trips, you won’t see these guys glued to their laptops or zoned out watching TV. Instead they will be telling stories and laughing together. “It’s so much fun,” DeSilva said. “It’s just a great time.”
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GRAPHIC BY CARLOS MELLA CLOSER LOOK: Sports editor Ernesto Suarez takes a look at which team has the edge at each position in Saturday’s game against USF. The Canes kick off at 3 p.m.
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Dear V: He loves me, I love him not... Dear Stuck in a Rut, , About a year ago, I started dating a wonderful guy – sweet, funny, kind, all that. Recently, though, I started feeling like our relationship isn’t going anywhere, and he agreed, but we shrugged it off as a relationship low point. But a few months ago, I met another guy who is very similar to my boyfriend in a lot of ways (except he’s a bit taller), and I’ve started having feelings for him, too. I feel guilty, like I’m being unfaithful, but I haven’t actually done anything. Do I dump my boyfriend and go for this new guy or just not date either of them? Sincerely, Who Do I Choose?
Like I’ve said before – and I’ll say it as many times as I need to – DON’T CHEAT. You’re already feeling guilty enough as it is; don’t actually give yourself a reason to be. But you’re also being a little delusional. This new guy is practically identical to your boyfriend, so what makes you think a relationship with him would be any better? He’s exciting because he’s new, but just like any fun gadget, you’ll grow bored, the next guy will show up and be taller still. You could run through all the iPhone models and never be satisfied. If you dump your boyfriend and get with the new guy, you’ll eventually grow hungry for new features. But don’t stay with your current boyfriend because it’s convenient. When the spark is gone, it’s gone, and it takes a lot of effort to light a fire from ashes. You’re too young and wrinkle-free to
i i start settling now. So dump the boyfriend and find someone who you’re truly into. And seriously: Do not cheat! Like my mother used to say, once a cheater, always a cheater. You’ll end up like a sad housewife on Wistoria Lane, only your life isn’t a TV show, so you won’t have a chiseled Jesse Metcalfe to mess around with while your hubby’s at work. But boyfriend #2 is not the answer either. You’re bored with one, you’ll get bored with the next one, and I’m getting bored answering this. If you have to distance yourself from them, do it, but don’t waste your time being in a relationship you hate. Get single, get drunk and find someone hot to entertain you for the night. Here’s to spicing up your life, V
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miami.edu/calendar Thursday, Nov. 15 UM Summer Study Abroad InfoSession
9 a.m. • UC Breezeway This UM program is an on-site study of Europe’s cities and towns, from May 14th to June 15th, 2013; open to all majors. The UM Grand Tour of Europe travels to Paris, Venice, Florence, Rome, Madrid, Athens, and the Greek Islands of Mykonos, Santorini, and Rhodes; 3-6 credits, no prerequisitive required. For information (including financial aid), please call (305) 284-5253; or tlopezg@miami.edu.
Patio Jams ft. Kathleen
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 Kathleen! For more information, please contact Hurricane Productions at 305-284-4606.
RAB’s “Magical Happy Hour”
5 p.m. • Rathskeller Come one, come all to the most magical show at the Rathskeller with Ran’d Shine, the new face of Magic! Come to expand your mind, look at things from a different perspective and enjoy this wildly entertaining show for the ultimate Rathskeller dining experience This event is brought to you by the Rathskeller Advisory Board. For more information please contact Hurricane Productions at 305-284-4606.
Panhellenic Sorority Showcase
7 p.m. • Panhellenic Building The Panhellenic women are so excited to present our 2013 Sorority Showcase to all of the potential new members of the Greek Community! Each year we hold a showcase so any interested women can come out and meet sisters from each sorority and see their suites! The potential new members walk over from the Hecht-Stanford Bridge with Rho Gammas (Recruitment Counselors - sorority women who choose to be disaffiliated in order to act as an un-biased peer throughout the recruitment week)) walk from suite to suite and learn a little bit about each sorority! The sorority suites are most of the sisters’ second homes during the day! It’s a relaxing environment, and the perfect place to catch up with sisters or study for an exam!The showcase is a great way for the women interested in joining a sorority to see what Greek life is all about. We hope to see you there!
Jamnesty 2012 Concert for Human Rights
7 p.m. • UC Rock Join us for a night of inclusive and diverse music, live art, art for sale, workshops, vendors and community partners at Jamnesty 2012 Concert for Human Rights. This annual evening for human rights combines the atmosphere of community with the chance to discuss some deeper issues in our society whether through art, dialogue, music, or activism. The show is free and open to the public, with free food and attractions, but note that there is premium
Saturday, Nov. 17 • 3 p.m. Sun Life Stadium
Come support your ‘Canes as they take on the USF Bulls! Buses depart for the stadium 3 hours before kickoff and the last bus leaves the Coral Gables campus at kickoff time. Admission to the stadium student section is first-come, first-served; the student gates are closed at the end of the first quarter or whenever the available student seats fill up, so claim your seat early and don’t forget to come show your support by wearing orange! Coverage available via RSN, GameTracker and WVUM 90.5 FM. Seniors you are invited to participate in one of UM’s greatest undergraduate traditions, Senior Walk. To be a part of this exciting tradition, you must arrive to the student gate (Gate B) no later than 1:45 p.m. Enter the stadium and check-in at the tables located just inside the entrance to your right. Miami art for sale from recognized artists, and we recommend our audience to purchase works or prints or CDs to support the artists and our fundraiser for Corporate Ethics during the show.
Friday, Nov. 16 Men’s Basketball vs Jacksonville
7 p.m. • BankUnited Center Come out and watch your Men’s Basketball team take on the Jacksonville Dolphins!
RAK Peace and Love Concert
8 p.m. • Comm School Courtyard Random Acts of Kindness presents the 5th year anniversary of the Peace and Love Concert. This concert is free and is held from 7:30pm-midnight at the School of Communication Courtyard. The event is benefitting Habitat for Humanity. The performers are all UM students.
Saturday, Nov. 17 CAC Presents: The Amazing Spiderman
10 p.m. • Cosford Cinema Like most teenagers, Peter is trying to figure out who he is and how he got to be the person he is today. Peter is also finding his way with his first high school crush, Gwen Stacy, and together, they struggle with love, commitment, and secrets. As Peter discovers a mysterious briefcase that belonged to
his father, he begins a quest to understand his parents’ disappearance - leading him directly to Oscorp and the lab of Dr Curt Connors, his father’s former partner. As Spider-Man is set on a collision course with Connors’ alter-ego, The Lizard, Peter will make life-altering choices to use his powers and shape his destiny to become a hero.
Sunday, Nov. 18 Dance Marathon
11 a.m. • Fieldhouse CANESdm: Dance Marathon at the University of Miami is an 8-hour event of fun and dancing dedicated to raising money and awareness for the families and children of our local branch of Children’s Miracle Network, Miami Children’s Hospital. The student-organized philanthropy event includes loads of entertainment, delicious food from our sponsors and a chance to meet some of the hospital’s Miracle Children! Register for $5 at www.helpmakemiracles.org/event/CANESdm the link below to join us at the Fieldhouse. Do it for the Kids!
Women’s Basketball vs Tennessee
8 p.m. • BankUnited Center Come out and support your Lady ‘Canes as they take on the Univeristy of Tennessee Lady Vols!
CAC Presents: The Amazing Spiderman 8 p.m. • Cosford Cinema
Thanksgiving Break Shuttles Do you have a flight planned for Thanksgiving Break? Take a HurryCane shuttle from the Coral Gables campus to Miami or to Fort Lauderdale International Airport. For Miami International Airport: Shuttles will leave from the Coral Gables campus to Miami International Airport. Estimated time to Miami International Airport is approximately 30-45 minutes from the time the shuttle leaves campus. Shuttles depart from the Coral Gables campus approximately 45 minutes after the hour. Thanksgiving Cost: $10 non-refundable fee November 20 – 7 a.m., 9 a.m., and every hour from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. November 21 – Every hour from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
For Fort Lauderdale International Airport: Shuttles will leave from the Coral Gables campus to Fort Lauderdale International Airport. Estimated time to Ft. Lauderdale International Airport is approximately 1-1.5 hours from the time the shuttle leaves campus. Thanksgiving Cost: $20 non-refundable fee November 20 – 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. November 21 – 6 a.m., 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
The shuttles will stop at University Village, Dickinson Circle, Eaton Residential College and Mahoney/Pearson Residential Colleges. If you have any questions regarding shuttle reservations, please call the Office of the Vice President of Student Affairs at (305) 284-4922.
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