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Storm poses potential threat to South Florida By William Riggin News Editor

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ropical Storm Erika is barreling toward the Bahamas and has the potential to make landfall in South Florida on Sunday, but while preparation is necessary, projections vary and can change within a day. According to Professor Nick Shay of the Department of Oceanic Sciences and Meteorology and Physical Oceanography program at the Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science, the “cone of uncertainty” that is seen in the National Weather Service’s projection model can have 200 nautical mile errors when forecasting four, five or six days in advance. “The only thing it is telling you is that right now we are in the cone of uncertainty,” Shay said. “The cone of uncertainty just widens as you go out in the forecast, so as time goes on, that cone gets wider and wider and wider simply because the tracks are showing a lot of different tracks, for different types of reasons related to the environment.” While Shay said that the storm is currently bigger than Danny was, it does not have a “well-defined eye, simply because it is running into a lot of sheer.” The sheer, which will determine Erika’s strength, is the difference in winds between the upper and lower layer of the atmosphere lying in front of the storm’s path, according to Shay. A large amount of wind difference between the layers would slow down the storm. “It is going to run into a sheer layer just like Danny did; sheer in the atmosphere rips these things apart, so the sheer itself will be limiting the growth of this over the next two days ... but if the sheer is weak, it could intensify.” The bad weather will likely start Sunday afternoon if this track holds true, but he said that no one can tell yet whether that will happen. Shay said the biggest concern is how the storm will behave over the Bahamas, which are flat and surrounded by warm water, two factors that can potentially help the storm grow. Shay wanted to remind South Floridians that forecasts this far in advance could be wrong, but that everyone should always be prepared for the storm. He said to gather water, batteries, canned foods and other emergency materials, just in case.

Fraternities issued cease operations orders By William Riggin News Editor

GRAPHIC COURTESY NOAA/NWS Tropical storm Erika’s forecasted track as of 8 p.m. Wednesday.

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hree fraternities at the University of Miami – Sigma Chi, Zeta Beta Tau and Sigma Alpha Epsilon – were issued cease operations orders on

Friday, Aug. 21, by the Dean of Students Office as investigations began into the fraternities allegedly hosting unauthorized events. Alpha Sigma Phi was also issued a cease operations order originally, for allegedly housing nonmembers in their house, but the order was lifted on Monday after

the fraternity cooperated with the school. Associate Dean of Students and Director of Greek Life Steve Priepke updated his original statement from Sunday after the order against Alpha Sigma Phi was lifted Monday afternoon.

“We can confirm four fraternities were issued cease operation orders by the Dean of Students Office. Three fraternities issued a cease operations order allegedly hosted unauthorized social events – Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Sigma Chi and Zeta Beta Tau. jump to page 2

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Fraternities not yet charged Investigations are underway for these three groups and no fraternity has yet been charged with violating any policy. One fraternity was issued a cease operations order for allegedly housing non-members in their fraternity house – Alpha Sigma Phi – but with the full cooperation of the fraternity, that issue has since been resolved and the cease operations lifted.” According to Margot Winick, assistant vice president of UM Media Relations and Multimedia, the alleged unauthorized events occurred on Thursday, Aug. 20, and Friday, Aug. 21. Those were the last two days of orientation week for new students as classes began Monday. The orders mean that all chapter-related functions are to cease, including meetings, recruitment events and social events, including but not limited to mixers, tailgates, educational programs, formals and community service. The investigations can vary in length depending on the specific circumstances surrounding each case. Large numbers of students will likely need to meet with the dean assigned to investigate the case, who could be any dean in the Office of Students, according to Priepke. The three fraternities still under investigation are all a part of the Interfraternity Council (IFC). IFC President Matthew Getzoff urged cooperation on the part of all of the fraternities in a statement to The Miami Hurricane on Monday morning, prior to the lifting of the order against Alpha Sigma Phi. “The four fraternities have been directed to cease operations while an investigation is being conducted by the Dean of Students Office. The Interfraternity Council encourages everyone to cooperate fully with the investigations. Should any of the investigations result in any fraternity being charged with violating any policy, the IFC Judicial Board may or may

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not have a role in the adjudication process depending upon the severity of the charges. Any individual or organization who violates any policy will be held accountable. As the investigations are in progress, we have no further comment at this time.” Neither Alpha Sigma Phi President Vikesh Patel nor Priepke would expand on why exactly the Alpha Sigma Phi investigation was resolved so quickly, but they did both highlight their cooperation with the Dean of Students office. Patel provided the following statement to the university on Wednesday afternoon. “As Dean Priepke has said in his statement, ‘With the full cooperation of the fraternity, that issue has since been resolved.’” On behalf of the chapter, we look forward to having a great year and work[ing] with the school when it comes to these types of situations.” The presidents of the other three chapters did not respond to requests for comment, although members of two of the fraternities national organizations did respond. Executive Director of the national Sigma Chi Fraternity organization Michael Church said in a statement Monday, “Unfortunately, I can’t offer any comment at this time as we do not have any additional information besides what you already stated below. If we do discover any information of substance, I will be happy to offer comment at that time.” Associate Executive Director of Communications for the national Sigma Alpha Epsilon organization Brandon E. Weghorst said in a statement Monday morning, “Sigma Alpha Epsilon is committed to the safety and well-being of our members and others in their campus community. We maintain stringent policies and guidelines for brothers, and we have zero tolerance for any behaviors that deviate from our creed and values. The Fraternity is also committed to working with university administrators so that we can ensure the chapter meets our high standards. We view our relationship with the University of Miami as an important partnership.”

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WORKING IN HARMONY: WVUM Radio staff hold a meeting Wednesday afternoon in their office, which is undergoing renovations. The studio’s remodeling will begin soon.

Radio station receives modern makeover By Isabella Cueto Assistant News Editor

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VUM 90.5 FM, the University of Miami’s student-run radio station, has operated out of an office and two studios on the bottom floor of the Whitten University Center since 1999. Over the summer, hundreds of CDs were packed up, funky stickers were peeled off the walls and the WVUM office was renovated. The plan to update the office was made around May 2015, when WVUM general manager Kunal Chohan sat down with Steven Priepke, associate dean of students, director of Greek life and financial manager for student media. The work started the first week of July and ended with furniture installation on Aug. 20, according to Priepke. Over the summer, workers stripped the aged carpet, repainted the walls, fixed damaged windowpanes and installed a new lighting system. “Student Affairs leadership and the university planner, architect and designers have done a great job making the University Center and other areas of campus more green, modern and most importantly, much more student communityfriendly,” Priepke said. The space was student-friendly but cramped before renovations, to say the least. According to Chohan, hosting up to six staffs in one small office with a plethora of knick-knacks lining the walls made the WVUM staff feel too confined at times. “The old office was very quaint and kitschy, but it was kind of claustrophobic almost,” said Chohan, a senior philosophy major.

Fifth-year architecture student and WVUM staffer Gabriela Degwitz helped create a mock-up of what the renovated office would look like. “I like that this is bigger and open. I feel like it’s easier for ideas to flow,” Chohan said. However, WVUM is still in the process of moving everything back in – the trinkets, indie albums and iconic Red Bull refrigerator – and Chohan said the space is uncharacteristically bare until then, describing it as a “doctor’s office.” “We had a fat, old TV and a GameCube,” he said. “Basically, the rest of the university is undergoing such a big makeover right now and we were living in ’95 … so it was time for us to get ourselves up to the University of Miami standard.” Office manager Chris Palowitch, a senior in the music engineering program, sat on the sole piece of built furniture in the office at 8 p.m. Monday night. His easy demeanor and amusing conversation with other staffers captured the welcoming atmosphere that the station’s open door indicates. Palowitch said he was initially nervous to approach WVUM, but his misgivings were dismissed soon after joining. “You don’t have to be an on-air DJ. Everyone sounds good on the radio [and] the same people hang out in the office all the time because once you hang out there you never want to leave,” he said. WVUM is open to any currently enrolled UM student, and Chohan and Palowitch share a more-the-merrier outlook on students interested in joining. Given the six staffs, from public relations to sports casting, there is a spot for anyone at WVUM, according to Chohan. “There’s such an incredible pool of talent at WVUM, and a really diverse one, too … Any kind of person can get involved and also, if you work hard, we give you free concert tickets,” he said. There will be an office warming party on Sept. 9 from 3-6 p.m. with food, music, free CDS and – in true WVUM form – a Nintendo 64. For more information on joining WVUM, email Chris Palowitch at office@wvum.org.

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Alumnus advocates gay rights in email to president By William Riggin News Editor

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uring President Julio Frenk’s first official week at the University of Miami, he sent an email to students and alumni asking them to voice their concerns, hopes and aspirations. 2012 alumnus Ryan Aquilina decided that this was the perfect chance for him to voice his concerns regarding the school’s status, or lack thereof, as an LGBT-friendly institution. On Wednesday, Aug. 18, Aquilina sent an email to President Frenk voicing his concerns about the school’s policies toward LGBT students and asking the new president to make LGBT relations a priority in his first year on campus. He also shared the letter online, and 48 hours later, Aquilina said the letter had received over 1,000 views and that numerous students and alumni had reached out to him in support of the letter. The letter, published in its entirety on medium.com, highlights four main points that Aquilina believes show how far the school has fallen behind. “Right now, the University of Miami is not an LGBTQ-friendly institution. I could mince words, but it’s the truth. And when you

love something like I love UM, sometimes you have to be willing to be honest,” Aquilina writes in the letter, before listing his four main indictments of the school’s lack of progress. “Last year, in a UniversityAquilina conducted survey, three in 10 LGBTQ students at UM indicated that they do not feel safe while on campus. UM still lacks any comprehensive policy toward transgender students, meaning that despite non-discrimination policies, it is often in fact university policy to discriminate against them. UM is one of only five top 50 universities without a resource center or any dedicated professional resources for LGBTQ students, and one of only 15 without a gender-neutral housing option. And when scored by the non-profit organization Campus Pride last year, UM came up dead last among the top 50 schools scored.” The task force found, in the same survey that found 30 percent of LGBT students indicating they do not feel safe, that “35 percent of students have experienced negative or insulting comments because they identified themselves as LGBT,” according to an article from The Miami Hurricane last January on the task force’s findings. In the same story, Executive Director of Housing and Residential Life James Smart said that while there is no gender-neutral option, his department has always been willing to accommodate students with special needs.

One of Aquilina’s main grievances with the university’s handling of LGBT issues is the lack of real action. Speaking over the phone, he said he grows increasingly frustrated each time the school claims to be “working on it” through a committee or task force. “We can’t accept ‘we’re working on it’ anymore. The fundamental problem with that is, I don’t know what more there is to work on,” he said. “We’ve known for years that there is a problem, we’ve watched ourselves fall further and further behind, but if Dr. Frenk decided today, tomorrow or next week, he could decide to change policies that make it so we don’t discriminate against trans students anymore, and free up funding for professional staff and a resource center.” While Aquilina acknowledged he was over-simplifying the process, he believes President Frenk has the power to set the process for change in motion. Aquilina also stressed both in the letter and in speaking with The Miami Hurricane that the issue was not one of the students, faculty and staff at the school, and that they “are some of the most accepting and supportive you will find.” On Monday, Aug. 26, President Frenk replied to Aquilina’s letter, and Aquilina passed that reply on to The Miami Hurricane. After thanking Aquilina for his letter and stating his excitement to be a Hurricane, he addressed Aquilina’s concerns. “I will be reviewing the progress of the very thoughtful and comprehensive report written in 2014 by the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Questioning Task Force who provided 14 recommendations to the adminis-

tration. In addition, I plan to meet with the task force and our UPride student organization during my first year in office. Best, Julio.” Aquilina expressed disappointment towards the letter. He said the school’s problem is an institutional matter that needs immediate addressing. “The task force can no longer be something the university hides behind. Concrete action must be taken, and more definitive answers must be given,” he said. Jeremy Penn, the president of UPride, the school’s LGBT and straight ally student organization, agreed with much of what Aquilina’s letter stated. “We need broad structural changes to ensure that LGBTQ students can thrive here at the U. We need, urgently, to do better for our transgender and gender-nonconforming students, especially with regards to gender-neutral bathrooms and gender-neutral housing. Our past successes should encourage us to continue pushing for these changes, especially as we enter a new era under the leadership of President Frenk,” he said. After being shown Frenk’s response, Penn added, “I look forward to President Frenk’s Town Hall and his meetings with our organization. I believe they are good first steps towards larger discussions and actions needed at the university.” President Frenk’s town hall meeting is set for Sept. 10 at 6 p.m. in the BankUnited Center. Tickets are already available on a first-come, first-served basis for students with a valid cane card. Students, faculty, alumni and community members can get tickets online.

GETTING DOWN TO BUSINESS

PAD PARTY: Junior nursing students Genelle Moreno and Alexis Busch pose with their “Straight Outta Launch Pad” shirts in celebration of Wednesday’s Launch Day. The day commemorated the seventh anniversary of The Launch Pad,

which works with UM students and alumni to create and grow their businesses. Festivities included an open house tour, spot business pitch contest with a live audience judging and giveaways. The Launch Pad is located in the University Center.

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Stay safe during backto-school party frenzy It’s no secret that the beginning of the school year is open season for backto-school keggers, fraternity recruitment parties and Bud Light-soaked tailgates. Anyone who’s been around campus long enough knows that nothing is going to stop students from having a good time and blowing off steam outside of class.

But too much craziness can easily lead to dangerous situations, and all students need to be vigilant and precautious when going out. There’s safety in numbers. In a group, a partygoer isn’t alone when taking accountability for his or her actions. There are more eyes and ears to watch out for a friend’s binge drinking and booze-induced stumbling, and there are more helping hands that can offer a glass of water or a shoulder to someone who desperately needs it. It’s easier to resist the pressure to try risky activities when insulated within a group than it is as an individual. Even so, students must know their own limits and act as responsibly as they can. Stopping yourself from taking the next Jell-O shot or making an impulsive

move on the wrong person could make the difference between a fun, memorable night and a nightmare. The university has tried to tackle the dangers of alcohol and substance use through AlcoholEdu – the online course all incoming students must complete. Whether or not students retain any information from AlcoholEdu modules, nothing will stop students who are bent on having a colorful drinking experience in college. But a colorful experience doesn’t require an ambulance ride or a stomach pumping. Just enough assistance and discretion can go a long way. Editorials represent the majority view of The Miami Hurricane editorial board.

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ith the fall semester comes a truckload of new freshmen, starry eyed and excited to start their new lives at the U. I was one of those freshBy Annie Cappetta men last year. I was so Political Columnist happy to be here because, through every step of the admissions process – from writing the essays, to visiting the school, to receiving financial aid – the University of Miami made me feel extremely welcome. This is not the case with many universities, however. Admissions nowadays are wrought with competition. Prospective college tours are tainted by the unspoken disclaimer: “You can enjoy our school – if you get in.” At top schools like Princeton, MIT and Harvard, merit aid has been eliminated. This

leaves middle class kids feeling pessimistic about their financial future and discouraged about their expensive academic pursuits. Even the schools that boast generous merit aid programs, like the University of Virginia, NYU and Duke, benefit too small a portion of the student body to make a positive impact on their students’ financial futures. While they offer need-based aid, the price tag of college is so expensive that this portion is often not enough to defray the burden placed on middle class families. What’s worse is that Harvard, Yale and Princeton’s elite statuses bring in such huge endowments that the schools could afford to make tuition free for every student just off of the yearly returns from their endowment, according to a August article published by Vox.com. Harvard’s endowment is worth $1,240,548 per student, according to the Washington Monthly. Yet, they still charge the full price tag of $59,950 to any family making over $200,000 and a sliding scale portion of that price below $200,000. What I gleaned from my angsty senior year of high school was that UM recruits new students differently. The Common Application for UM does not require students to write a supplemental paper on top of the common essay. Therefore, applicants don’t feel burdened by an additional barrier of entry when apply-

ing. In return, the university receives a much larger applicant pool to select from, just under 28,000, according to Cappex.com. Highly qualified students who otherwise would not look into UM do so because our process is so painless. The Office of Financial Assistance then complements this admissions strategy by offering one of the best financial aid programs in the country. Naviance, a college preparation platform, cites that 78 percent of students receive need-based aid. Additionally, the University of Miami gives 24 percent of freshmen merit aid averaging $23,208 per student, according to the New York Times. These strategies lead to the University of Miami welcoming intelligent students instead of seeming unattainable. It is unfortunate that other competitive private schools put good students through confusing admissions hoops and then admit them, only to cause more stress by making them choose between affordability and a school they love. UM’s choice to play a different type of admissions game will help the university continue to raise its academic profile and national reputation. So say goodbye to “Suntan U” and hello to the University of Miami, my favorite place to call home. Annie Cappetta is a sophomore majoring in political science.

To reach a member of the staff visit themiamihurricane.com’s contact page. ©2015 University of Miami

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Recipes fit for college lifestyle With the lack of an equipped kitchen, time or will, cooking good meals may seem impossible in college. However, with just a tad of imagination and three basic tools, expanding your options is less difficult than you think. Meet your new best friends: a mug, waffle maker and microwave.

Waffle iron recipes 1. Crisp bacon - bacon - cooking spray

Coat the waffle iron with cooking spray and cook the bacon until it reaches the desired crisp.

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Spray cooking spray and add the frozen tots. Crisp them as desired.

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5. Cookies Cook the dough until golden brown. Although - cookie dough these will turn out thin and square, they keep the same delicious taste that satisfies sweet cravings like no stale supermarket stash can.

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Beat two large eggs and two tablespoons of water in a mug. Add three tablespoons of easy-melting cheese and stir. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave for one minute. Stir, re-cover and microwave again for two minutes. Sprinkle with herbs, if desired.

2. Baked stuffed apple - apple - raisins - nuts - cinnamon - sugar - butter

Core an apple and cut off the top. Place it in cup and stuff with one tablespoon of raisins, one tablespoon of chopped nuts, one tablespoon of sugar and half a teaspoon of cinnamon. Top with half a teaspoon of butter and pour two tablespoons of water around the apple. Cover and microwave for five minutes. Remove foil and add two extra minutes. It’s grandma’s classic, rediscovered.

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n the upcoming months, we will see a Miami Hurricanes football team that has a lot of new faces on the field. While fans will be eager to see how this year’s team performs, there are still other arenas where more Canes will be battling it out on the gridiron. In this past NFL offseason, 13 Hurricanes football players found new homes on professional teams and will begin their pro careers this coming fall.

Last year’s team was loaded with proready talent, and it certainly showed in the following draft results:

ERECK FLOWERS - OFFENSIVE TACKLE New York Giants, first round, ninth overall PHILLIP DORSETT - WIDE RECEIVER Indianapolis Colts, first round, 29th overall DENZEL PERRYMAN - LINEBACKER San Diego Chargers, second round, 48th overall CLIVE WALFORD - TIGHT END Oakland Raiders, second round, 68th overall DUKE JOHNSON - RUNNING BACK Cleveland Browns, third round, 77th overall JONATHAN FELICIANO - OFFENSIVE GUARD Oakland Raiders, fourth round, 128th overall ANTHONY CHICKILLO - DEFENSIVE LINEMAN Pittsburgh Steelers, sixth round, 128th overall

Phillip Dorsett should have a big role in the Colts’ high-voltage offense and aims to be involved in plenty of highlights in the coming season. Denzel Perryman is also slated to start and have a huge impact in a shaky Chargers’ defense. Clive Walford will be bringing an element to the Raiders that has not been seen there for a long time: a reliable starting tight end with big-play potential. The final opening day impact player and potential starter is none other than Duke Johnson for the Cleveland Browns. The Browns plan to use Johnson, Miami’s all-time leading rusher, as the starting running back, as long as he stays healthy. Johnson has battled a hamstring injury in the preseason, but he should be ready to bring his explosiveness opening day. The draft did not end the flow of Hurricanes going into the NFL. These six players signed with teams as undrafted free agents:

SHANE MCDERMOTT - CENTER Dallas Cowboys, Undrafted RYAN WILLIAMS - QUARTERBACK Cincinnati Bengals, Undrafted THURSTON ARMBRISTER- LINEBACKER Jacksonville Jaguars, Undrafted OLSEN PIERRE - DEFENSIVE TACKLE Chicago Bears, Undrafted JAKE HEAPS - QUARTERBACK New York Jets, Undrafted LADARIUS GUNTER - OFFENSIVE GUARD Green Bay Packers, Undrafted

Now, there will be plenty of opportunities to watch Canes play on both Saturday and Sunday.

TRACK AND FIELD

Junior runner shines in Pan American Games By Mark Singer Sports Editor

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espite being named ACC Freshman of the Year for both indoor and outdoor track in 2014, Shakima Wimbley entered races last season with a puzzling lack of self-confidence. Wimbley set Miami records in the indoor 200m and 400m races and was named a second team All American for indoor track last year, yet she still didn’t view herself as one of the best runners in the country. That won’t be the case this year for the star junior runner thanks to her sensational performance in the 2015 Pan American Games held in Toronto last month. “Sometimes I don’t go in with as much confidence as I should, and now that I ran on this level, it’s like there’s nothing

left,” Wimbley said over the phone last Friday. “Just go after it. You’re just as good as everybody else.” Wimbley came in second place in the 400m race with a time of 51.36 seconds, just getting edged out by fellow American runner Kendall Baisden, who clocked in at 51.27 seconds. Wimbley looked poised for a disappointing finish around fifth or sixth place with 80 meters to go, but thundered down the track the last leg of the race to earn herself a silver medal. Two days after winning the silver, Wimbley ran the third leg of the 4x400 women’s relay for the American team and added another medal to her collection. This time, it was gold. “Winning a gold medal is always something special,” Wimbley said during the call. “To know that I’m out there and the best athlete at the event, along with my teammates, it’s great.” Wimbley keeps the medals in a display case inside her room. They serve as reminders that she is one of the elite runners in the country and motivate her to accomplish her ultimate goal. “[The Pan American Games] showed me that I can be the best,” Wimbley said. “I just have to believe in myself, stay consistent and go after it. My ultimate goal of the year will be to make the Olympic team. That would be a dream come true.” As long as Wimbley remains confident in herself, she has a real shot at making the 2016 Olympic squad. That should be easy, since Wimbley has two shining symbols of her ability sitting in a display case at all times. PHOTO COURTESY HURRICANESPORTS.COM

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Buses are free and only for UM students A Cane Card ID is required to board the bus Sun Life Stadium Bag Policy: up to 1 gallon size clear bag or small clutch purse the size of your hand No food or open drinks are permitted ‡ƒ–• ‹Â? –Š‡ ͙͘͘ ‡˜‡Ž –—†‡Â?– ‡…–‹‘Â? ƒ”‡ Ƥ”•– …‘Â?‡ Ƥ”•– served and once the 100 Level Section is full, students will be directed to the 400 Level Students will be banned from attending the remainder of this season’s games for any of the following reasons: • Ejection • Arrest (Including ‘Promise to Appear’ in court) • Citation for intoxication • Medical transport due to intoxication • Disruptive behavior during load, travel, or unloading of football buses

We expect you to remember that you are UM students ƒÂ?† –Šƒ– –Š‡ —Â?Â‹Â˜Â‡Â”Â•Â‹Â–Â›ÇŻÂ• –—†‡Â?– ‘†‡ ‘ˆ ‘Â?†—…– ƒ’’Ž‹‡• to all locations. This includes the stadium, the grounds surrounding the stadium, and all bus loading and unloading ƒ”‡ƒ•Ǥ Â? ƒ††‹–‹‘Â? –‘ ǯ• ‡ƒÂ? ‘ˆ –—†‡Â?–• …‘Â?†—…– Â•Â–ÂƒĆĄÇĄ ÂŽÂ‘Â”Â‹Â†ÂƒÇŻÂ• ‹˜‹•‹‘Â? ‘ˆ Ž…‘Š‘Ž‹… ‡˜‡”ƒ‰‡• ƒÂ?† ‘„ƒ……‘ ™‹ŽŽ be present.

Important details:

Game tickets are pre-loaded to your Cane Card with paid Athletic Fee Students cannot be in possession or attempt to use another student’s Cane Card to enter the stadium and students can be subject to disciplinary action Buses from campus to the stadium begin loading 3 hours ’”‹‘” –‘ Â?‹…Â?‘ƥ ƒÂ?† –Š‡ Žƒ•– „—• ™‹ŽŽ Ž‡ƒ˜‡ ƒ– Â?‹…Â?‘ƥ The Student Gate at the stadium will close at the end of –Š‡ Ƥ”•– “—ƒ”–‡” Buses returning to campus from the stadium will begin loading at halftime and continue until 30-minutes post game. Students may not lineup for the bus until the start of halftime. No metered parking on Stanford Drive on game day Buses will load

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