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STUDENT NEWSPAPER OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI IN CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA, SINCE 1929

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WeatherSTEM increases clarity, accuracy of forecasts New prediction system offers hands-on experience BY SOHPIE BARROS STAFF WRITER

During Hurricane season, June to November, South Florida has always been prone to extreme weather. Over the years, the University of Miami’s Office of Emergency Management (OEM) has worked to implement services like lightning sirens to keep the UM community aware and prepared. The recent addition of WeatherSTEM, an accessible weather information system, checks off another box in UM’s “storm-ready” status. WeatherSTEM was created by Florida State University alumnus Ed Mansouri. Initially, Mansouri’s goal was to provide K-12 schools with science technology and engineering curricula, but now, many universities like Florida Atlantic University and UM have received the system as a donation. Typically, the system retails at $3,500, with annual fees around $1,750. UM’s pursuit of a “storm-ready” certification by the National Weather Service began about two years ago with the creation of a visual weather board specific to the South Florida area, something mainly used by UMPD and OEM but also available to others through cable television. “This was our first step, but we were wondering if there was something easier to access,” said Scott Burnotes, OEM Director. “Our WeatherSTEM station is 100 percent donated, and the cool thing about it is that it helps us from the Emergency Management perspective,

but it also has this academic and curriculum type of activity that can be utilized by our students.” Information collected by WeatherSTEM ranges from a simple forecast to a more detailed data analysis, making it accessible to both everyday users and experts. All the UM-specific material is collected by sensors and instruments on top of Cox Science Center, as well as a sky camera on top of Pavia Garage. Real-time results are not only available on the system’s website, but also on social media. “I like how it gives you current conditions from the UM campus,” said senior Rosemarie Knoll, a meteorology major. “When you use other websites, like weather. com or weather.gov, they usually give current conditions from the nearest airport. Also, I feel like it would be beneficial for meteorology students because it will be a good resource when taking classes like meteorological instrumentation for doing experiments.” Besides its focus on weather conditions in UM’s Coral Gables campus, the installation of the WeatherSTEM system was beneficial because of its clarity. “What’s great about this system is the integration of all that data in one nice package,” said Professor Brian Mapes, advisor to Chi Epsilon Pi, an honor society for outstanding meteorology and atmospheric science students. “The software was written by pros, so it is much more user-friendly than what faculty or students could create alone. This data integration helps experts see more, as well as making it more accessible to the public. Experts like clarity, too. So it’s a great scientific benefit of the software revolution.” For meteorology students, the maintenance of the WeatherSTEM stations on campus can also provide

them with a deeper behind-the-scenes look at how instrumentation works, according to Mapes. Now, the goal, according to Burnotes, is to have WeatherSTEM capabilities at all three UM campuses. OEM is also working to incorporate WeatherSTEM into their Energy Management initiatives. “We want to integrate WeatherSTEM to our Energy Management building automation system so that, when it’s cooler or the sun is a certain way we become more energy efficient,” Burnotes said. “This means, for instance, that the air conditioner would automatically turn up or turn down and the lights would get dimmer or brighter depending on the conditions outside. This is the next step of the future.” Ed Mansouri will visit the University of Miami Thursday evening. He will speak at a meeting of Chi Epsilon Pi at 6:30 p.m. in the Dooly Memorial Building, room 318. This lecture is open to all students.

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Like facebook.com/umweatherstem Follow twitter.com/UMWxSTEM

NEWS BRIEFS LAW SCHOOL DISCUSSION In light of the 20th anniversary of the Guantanamo refugees litigation, The UM School of Law will host a panel of attorneys to discuss the 1994-95 case of CABA v. Christopher. The case determined the rights of tens of thousands of Cuban rafters who fled Cuba during Fidel Castro’s regime. The event is free for students and the community, and wine and cheese will be provided at 5 p.m., followed by the discussion at 6 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 16. The discussion will be in the Cuban Heritage Collection, located on the second floor of Richter Library. To RSVP, visit https:// sites.google.com/a/g.law.miami.edu/ richter-library-2nd-floor/.

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MIKE FERNANDEZ AND ALONZO MOURNING NBA Hall of Famer Alonzo Mourning and founder of MBF Healthcare Partners Mike Fernandez will be talking about their success, failure and why they believe children should get a good start in school and in life. Copies of Fernandez’s new book, “Humbled by the Journey” will be available for sale. Its proceeds will go to The Early Childhood Initiative Foundation, a nonprofit to give health, education and nurturing for children up to five years old. The talk will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 24 at Temple Judea, located at 5500 Granada Blvd., Coral Gables. To reserve a free ticket, visit http://tinyurl.com/MourningFernandez.

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MIAMI CENTER FOR AIDS The Miami Center for AIDS Research (CFAR) is accepting applications for students who are interested in summer research awards. The award is aimed at undergraduates and will award a stipend of $2,000 per student for a 10-week project taking place approximately June 1 to Aug. 7 on a specific project related to HIV/AIDS. At the end of the project, students will prepare a written report of their experience. To apply, visit http://tinyurl.com/ CFARResearch or contact Melanie Weiss at m.weiss11@med.miami.edu. Alina Zerpa can be e-mailed at azerpa@ themiamihurricane.com.

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NAGASHREYASU CHIDARALA // CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER MODELING SUCCESS: Pat Riley, former coach and current president of the of the Miami Heat, speaks to the UM community at Storer Auditorium Tuesday evening. Mike Fernandez, founder of a billion-dollar private equity firm, joined Riley for their discussion about excelling in sports, business and everyday life.

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Steinem pioneers modern feminist movement Lecture encourages unification, equality BY MARLEE LISKER NEWS EDITOR

Gloria Steinem, a world-renowned activist whose accomplishments entail authoring several books and founding Ms. Magazine, spoke to the University of Miami Tuesday about global issues of equality and the roots of violence and hierarchy. The lecture, titled “A Leader’s View of the Modern Women’s Movement,” was sponsored by President Donna E. Shalala and Books & Books. Members of the community, high school students and UM students attended. Shalala, who referred to Steinem as “an old friend,” introduced the feminist, praising her as “the leader of the modern American women’s movement.” She referenced some of Steinem’s most remarkable feats, including going undercover as a Playboy bunny to expose the injustice and unglamorous side of the industry. Steinem’s talk centered around some of the biggest issues of modern day. She stressed that change springs from need and described our current position as a time of raising people’s consciousness. Action, she said, is the next step. “The possibilities are there,” Steinem said. “The answers are there.”

Steinem also addressed recent issues including the Trayvon Martin case and the kidnapping of young girls by the Boko Haram. She said that violence, ranging from senseless crimes to full-scale acts of terrorism, can often be directly traced to domestic violence. In the case of Martin, Steinem said that George Zimmerman had previously been guilty of domestic violence. “If that had been taken seriously in the first place, Treyvon Martin might still be alive,” she said. Steinem also brought up the book “Sex and World Peace,” a look at global violence that was written by four scholars. “[The scholars] came to the conclusion that the single most reliable indicator of whether a country will be violent within itself, or whether that country will use military violence against another country is not poverty, not access to natural resources, not religion, not even degree of democracy, it’s violence against females,” she said. Steinem pointed out issues that arise from societies that glorifies male dominance. “Some men become hooked on this dominance like a drug and feel they are not properly masculine unless they have some degree of this dominance,” she said. Steinem identified the power associated with wombs and reproduction as being at the root of a lot of violence. She used the example of the Boko Haram, who chose to kidnap young girls over wealthy members of society

MADELIENE TRTAN // CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER REFLECTION: Gloria Steinem speaks to members of student media before giving a lecture on modern issues of equality in the Student Activities Center Tuesday.

who could have been held for ransom because these girls possessed the power of reproduction. Steinem also made connections between battling racism and battling sexism. “I hope that one thing that we have now in our consciousness is that the systems of race and sex or caste and sex are completely, deeply

intertwined and you cannot uproot one without also uprooting the other,” she said. Steinem warned about the societal danger of hierarchy – or placing an order of importance on social issues like racism and sexism. “In the campaign of 2008, I got very depressed by all the press asking, ‘Which is more important: sex or race?’” Steinem said. “Excuse me? Which is more important – air or water?” Ultimately, Steinem felt that we must fight to uproot systems of injustice. “We have to stop normalizing violence and hierarchy,” she said. Steinem encouraged people to search out injustice and stressed the power in coming together or forming connections with others who recognize similar societal issues. Humans, she said, are pack animals. She pointed out the strength in groups, saying they can help to inspire change. By simply picking up a newspaper, she said, people can find “threads” of issues to address. “Those are the kind of solutions we can come to by just following the thread,” she said. “And we can support each other along the way. The good news is that we get born along the way because we find all the unused, unloved, un-honored parts of ourselves and become whole human beings.”

To read a Q&A with Steinem, visit themiamihurricane.com.

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UGuardian enhances campus safety, security App helps public access police, opens communication flow BY SOPHIE BARROS STAFF WRITER

The University of Miami Police Department (UMPD) has implemented a variety of services on and around campus to increase safety. Some of these include safety escorts and blue light phones. Now, UMPD’s new app UGuardian will join the list. UGuardian was launched during UMPD’s 45th anniversary party on Wednesday. The app has features that facilitate a person’s contact with UM’s police department, such as calling with the click of one button or activating a GPS service that allows officers to know where the call is being made from. “We are moving into a new age of technology and our cellphones are always present,” Crime Prevention Officer John Gulla said. “We are offering a tool that is available to everyone at all times, as almost everyone has smartphones nowadays.” According to Gulla, the UM police department prides itself in looking at new trends, and the creation of UGuardian will make the community’s relationship with the department easier.

The idea to create the app came from students who recognized that other universities were using this kind of technology, prompting UMPD to put forward the UGuardian initiative. “UGuardian is a community tool that people would use to speak to us and provide us with more information right away,” Gulla said. “There is an optional feature to input information about the caller, such as pictures, allergies, medical information and even give access to someone’s call history.” According to Gulla, however, the main aspect of the app is the GPS information it can provide to the police department. The app’s “guardian” feature, for instance, allows a person to notify a particular “guardian,” such as a roommate, about their intended path and time of arrival from one location to another. In case the user does not make it to the location in the given time, the “guardian” is immediately notified and can use the GPS locator to take appropriate measures. This particular feature will allow students like sophomore Victoria Andrea Portillo to feel safer when walking through campus at night. “Campus is kind of dark, so I feel unsafe when it’s late and I’m walking back to Eaton, where I live,” Portillo said. “An app like this would make me feel more safe because it would let people know where I’m going or that I’m on my way and, if I don’t show

up, they’ll know they need to worry and alert the authorities if need be.” However, Gulla emphasized that the app will merely act as an addition to existing safety efforts and not as a replacement. Despite rumors that the blue light phones would be removed for lack of usage, Gulla affirmed that they will remain in use. “We all in the department considered what to do with the blue phones,” Gulla said. “While we think that those will not be as often used as the app or actually calling the police, we decided we still need to see the blue lights on campus. If anyone does not have cellphone or smartphone on them they would still have that option, so we are definitely keeping the blue light phones.” For students like sophomore Haiyi Lin, this is good news. While having the app can be more convenient, traditional safety measures like the blue light phones and safety escorts are still in students’ minds. “I usually call someone when I walk alone at night the parking lot because I feel unsafe walking from the library to the Yellow Zone, where I park,” Lin said. “The app sounds cool because it has a lot of features, and I would definitely give it a try, but I still feel that calling an escort would make me feel safer.” UMPD’s 45th anniversary celebration also featured the unveiling of new UMPD vehicles. Additionally, the celebration coincides with UMPD’s all-time low crime rate record.

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Israeli veteran, student honored for saving peer’s life Sophomore uses medical knowledge BY ISABELLA CUETO STAFF WRITER

Niv Ron was driving across Ponce de Leon Boulevard on Jan. 22 when he noticed a young woman on the sidewalk to his left. The woman did not appear to be injured, but “looked very panicked,” according to the sophomore engineering major and former medic in the Israeli Defense Force (IDF). Ron got out of his car and ran to the woman, immediately noticing an open wound on her upper leg. Of the two or three other people standing around the young woman, Ron was the only one with medical training. He took control of the scene while the others called the police. “She was losing blood, so I took off my shirt and basically tried to stop the bleeding successfully,” Ron said. “I did that, and once you do it and basically block the arteries, you can’t let go. So I had to hold it, and in the meantime, I spoke to her.”

According to Ron, the woman, also a UM student, was fully conscious. He took her pulse, instructed her to calm down and made jokes to keep her calm. Ron said a University of Miami Police RON Department (UMPD) officer told him that the student was standing on the curb when she slipped off the sidewalk and was hit by a car as she fell. UMPD recognized Ron in its annual ceremony on Wednesday for helping save a fellow ‘Cane’s life. For the Miami-born student, however, the recognition felt undeserved. “This kind of behavior or this actiontaking should be a given; it should be a default,” Ron said. Ron moved to Israel with his mother when he was about two years old and enlisted in the IDF when he was 18, as is required of adult Israeli men. He served for three years, then traveled for two years before coming to Miami to study at UM.

After spending the majority of his life in Israel, he says he was shocked by the many cultural differences in Miami. His course of action at the scene of the car accident was one of those differences. “In Israel, you’d probably get a pat on the shoulder saying, ‘You did good,’ and that’s it,” Ron said. The student’s mother contacted him after the accident, thanking him for helping her daughter. “We think it was divine intervention that you were there in that moment,” the message read. Despite his distaste for the spotlight, Ron says he will use the UMPD platform and his own personal plan to elucidate the misconceptions people have about Israel, an issue that is very important to him. “I think that the judgment toward Israel is influenced by misconception,” Ron said. “Freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom of information – all of those things that Americans see as very basic – Israel is the only country in the Middle East that actually allows those liberties.” Ron said that for Israel to be grouped together with countries such as Saudi Arabia, where women are not allowed to drive

and are stoned for infidelity, is unfair. Many people have ideas about Israel that are completely disparate from the reality, he said. “I’m very determined to bring it to the public awareness,” Ron said. When it comes to helping others, Ron insisted the university provide some basic medical training for students to help better prepare them for inevitable accidents throughout their educational career and even later on. First Aid training for first-year students is what Ron suggested to improve the culture of bystanders who are anxious about being sued for helping out a fellow student. Medical training could help reduce fatal injuries and lawsuits by ensuring all students have a foundational skill set to assist an injured person until paramedics arrive. “People get hurt and supposedly the students here at the university are friends; we need to all help each other, at all costs,” he said.

To read about the UMPD ceremony recognizing Ron, visit themiamihurricane.com.

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Celebrating campus police department

THEMIAMIHURRICANE. COM Read about pitcher Andy Suarez’s return to Canes baseball by Mark Poulose. Find out about what Student Government has been up to in Alina Zerpa’s report on State of the U. Look out for the results of Wednesday night’s Canes baketball game against the Deamon Deacons.

GIANCARLO FALCONI // STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER SUITING UP: Freshman Felicia Amon spars with another UM student, who is wearing a “dynamic simulation training suit,” during the University of Miami Police Department’s 45th anniversary celebration. During the event, which took place on the Rock Wednesday, UMPD gave out cupcakes, recruited students to join a self defense group and recognized outstanding members of the UM community for their heroic efforts.

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SunSmart 5k fights melanoma

Senior awarded screenwriting fellowship

Run aims to raise awareness, funds BY JORI GROSSMAN CONTIRBUTING NEWS WRITER

South Florida is renowned for its sunny climate, perfect for sunbathers and people looking to get a tan. Yet this can have potentially devastating repercussions. Excessive exposure to the sun may lead to melanoma, or skin cancer. To help raise awareness about this topic, medical students at University of Miami have set up the SunSmart 5K. Open to all ages, the race allows participants to take advantage of a beautiful beach scenery as they run the 3.1 miles. In addition to raising money for research, the run promotes education. “It’s about raising skin awareness and the knowledge we give people at the event, especially on the skin cancer side,” said Joseph Ka-

plan, a UM medical student and one of the event’s organizers. There are many activities offered during the race for runners to take advantage of. “We have the Miami Heat dancers come and take pictures with runners, and Sebastian is there,” said Penelope Kallis, a medical student and one of the event’s organizers. “There will be food, water, and several vendors handing out yogurts and other things after the run is over. Then, there is always the awards ceremony, where we give out over 80 medals.” The money during the SunSmart is donated to two causes: the Anna Fund Melanoma Program, a part of the Department of Dermatology at University of Miami, and the Public Access Defibrillation Program. Medical student Monika Freiser, another organizer, explained that the Public Access Defibrillation Program “is a program in which de-

fibrillators are placed in public areas around the city of Miami.” “So if someone has a heart attack, there is public access to defibrillators to shock someone’s heart back to life,” she said. To accomplish their goals, the medical students organized numerous educational activities. Dean of the Medical School Paul Goldschmidt, who lost his father to melanoma, will start off the race with welcoming remarks. Then, after the run, Dr. James Grichnik, Director of the Melanoma Program at UM, Dr. Mecker Moller, Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Surgical Oncology Division, and Mike Parades, Director of the City of Miami Public Access Defibrillation Program, will give speeches about skin cancer awareness.

To read more about the 5k, visit themiamihurricane.com.

Stipend helps fufill writing ambitions, provides mentorship BY ALEXANDER GONZALEZ EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Megan Rico, a senior motion pictures major, was awarded the Writers Guild Initiative’s 2015 Michael Collyer Fellowship in Screenwriting, which recognizes a student who plans to pursue screenwriting after college. Rico, who is the seventh student to win this prize since it began in 2009, will receive a $10,000 stipend to write an original screenplay under the mentorship of DaRICO vid Auburn, who wrote the screenplays for “The Lake House” and “Proof.” Rico’s fellowship project, titled “NED,” is about Sam and her friend Alex who think they are going to have a boring summer until they find a severed arm floating in the water. Alex and Sam then become involved in a government conspiracy, complete with casual grave-robbing and an old dad with a podcast. “This comes as a complete surprise, and I’m honored to have been given such an incredible opportunity,” she said in a press release. Rico will accept the fellowship at the 67th annual Writers Guild Initiative Awards Saturday, Feb. 14 in New York City.

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Tinder can’t replace face-to-face dating Tinder and other dating apps have taken away the anxiety from meeting that special someone. A quick swipe right lets users access a wider pool of people without the pressure of too many awkward coffee dates. Whether users are looking for a serious or casual relationship, most agree that they feel more courageous dating through a digital interface rather than approaching someone face to face. This courage, however, may come at a cost. Tinder is the best example of this phenomenon. The app, which depends on a simple swipe to sort through potential matches rather than exploring an in-depth profile, lends itself to a series of hits and misses without a middle ground. One common mismatch involves a sexually charged person looking for a hookup with someone unfortunately looking for a serious relationship. That kind of Tinder matchup looks like an exchange of vulgar comments and defensive comebacks, making the whole endeavor unproductive. Elias Aboujaoude, the UM fall convocation speaker in 2012, gave a speech about the “e-personality.” A psychiatrist at Stanford University, Aboujaoude argued that people often behave differently online, since Internet allows the primal part of their personality to manifest. As a result, in terms of dating, Tinder usually leads to regression rather than progression. The e-personality theory supports why Tinder and other dating apps can’t and shouldn’t replace the necessity of meeting someone face to face.

Dating apps are not really making us more courageous. They just help fuel the more aggressive aspects of our personalities that would not otherwise make an appearance on a first or second date. Some apps like Hinge (for meeting friends of friends) and The League (exclusive to young professionals) are helping mitigate these effects by limiting the pool of people the users can meet and narrowing the gap between people’s true selves and their virtual ones. This may ensure that power couples in high-stakes industries like finance are one step closer to happily ever after, but where does this leave the average college students who want something more serious than a hookup? The fact is that dating apps are not going away anytime soon, and they will probably continue to grow as they become more relevant in a culture that is skewed toward work in a worklife balance. Technology may curate who we meet, but more alarmingly, it may affect who we become as individuals. Although the online dating culture is a frontier worth exploring and navigating, it’s still in its Wild West days. Let’s not just present ourselves as ideal people for Tinder or Hinge. Editorials represent the majority view of The Miami Hurricane editorial board.

Celebrate single status with ‘Galentine’s Day’ or a single woman, Valentine’s Day sucks. Watching couples celebrate their love for each other leads to a combination of nausea, depression, jealousy and cynicism – not an ideal mix for happiness. So this year, I’m proposing that instead of moping about Valentine’s Day, we celebrate Galen-

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tine’s Day. Over the last few weeks of winter break and the first week of school, I binge watched “Parks and Recreation.” One of my favorite episodes of this hilarious, zany show is the season two episode “Galentine’s Day”. At the beginning of the 6

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episode, Leslie Knope (Amy Poehler), the protagonist, introduces the holiday “Galentine’s Day.” Galentine’s Day is the day before Valentine’s Day that celebrates female friendship. On this day, Leslie gathers her female friends for brunch, where they exchange gifts and drink Mimosas. I realized how perfect it was as I watched Leslie Knope and her friends celebrate this holiday. Galentine’s Day turns a bad time for single women into something to look forward to, although you don’t have to be single to enjoy this holiday. Last year, without realizing it, I celebrated this holiday with one of my closest friends. On Valentine’s Day, we grabbed dinner at Whisk, and then saw the wonderfully awful romance film “Endless Love.” We ate popcorn until our bellies ached and laughed our way from the movie per

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se to the chagrin of the other patrons who tried to enjoy their romantic evenings. By spending time with my friends, I turned a traditionally awful day into one of my fondest memories. So for this weekend, I’m suggesting Galentine’s Day on Friday, or even on Valentine’s Day. Take your friends out to brunch, go shopping, or go see Fifty Shades of Grey and find out why Jamie Dornan’s nickname in the modeling world was “The Golden Torso.” Don’t brood about being single this Valentine’s Day. Have an amazing day with your friends and celebrate Galentine’s Day. Rachel Berquist is a junior majoring in English and psychology.

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Bad girls deserve equal chance to turn good irls love them, guys loathe them (though they secretly want to be them) and the media is fascinated with them. Frankly, we can’t get enough. Who can resist the mystique and mind-boggling charm of a bad boy? Our obsession with bad boys goes back as far as anyone can imagKELLY BRODY ine. Blanche DuBois was taken with ENTERTAINMENT Stanley Kowalski’s rugged, rageCOLUMNIST filled persona, goody-two-shoes Claire fell for the rebellious Bender in “The Breakfast Club,” and, let’s admit it, Draco Malfoy was the one you pined for in “Harry Potter” (He’s just so misunderstood). While the decades change, bad boys remain ubiquitous. Sure, everyone loves the boy next door, like Jonathan Taylor Thomas and Josh Hutcherson, but they’re almost too easy to love. It’s much more exhilarating to fall for the guy you know your mother would disapprove of. Do you really think mom would be pleased to hear about Zac Efron’s stint in rehab? While Justin Bieber may reign as the bad boy of today, it may be hard to imagine that just a few years back, Robert Downey Jr., Johnny Depp and Matthew McConaughey were more known for their hard partying, Playboy ways than their acting skills. All three men have turned around their image since their bad-

boy heyday, with beautiful wives, Academy Award nominations and A-list Hollywood statuses. They had not a fall from grace, but rather, a fall to grace. The only thing America loves more than a bad boy is a comeback story. With Justin Bieber’s recent apologies for his reckless behavior, it looks like he’s on the trajectory back to fame. Ellen DeGeneres, always a supporter of the Biebs, had him on her show and painted him in the best

We’ve forgiven Hollywood’s bad boys, and we’re poised to forgive the bad boys of today. But what about the bad girls? Kelly Brody, Entertainment Columnist

light. Moreover, Bieber’s surprise visit with a home explosion victim on “The Doctors” is warranting him a lot of positive press. With a few good moments of publicity, Bieber’s mop bucket peeing, egg throwing and “Bill Clinton cursing” may be something we, too, “do not recall.”

We’ve forgiven Hollywood’s bad boys, and we’re poised to forgive the bad boys of today. But what about the bad girls? It seems as though no matter how many good deeds, acts of publicity, or redeeming things a former or current bad girl may do, they can never shake their image. Even Britney Spears, who had risen from the ashes of her rocky past, still has the image of her shaving her head and wielding an umbrella at a car window. The media doesn’t want to see Britney succeed; rather, it is always questioning, “Is Britney headed towards another downward spiral?” Lindsay Lohan serves as another example. Her attempts to amend her controversial past have been met with criticism rather than open arms. Her mug shots are more prominent on the Internet than photos of her living a normal everyday life as she does today. Lohan is a tabloid darling. So even though she cleans up her act, it’s neither as exciting nor lucrative for the media. The way the media and the American people forgive bad boys rather than bad girls is proof that gender equality does not exist in our society. Bad girls should have equal opportunity to receive our forgiveness just as much as their male counterparts. Once we forgive Lindsey and the like, she can get one step closer to achieving that Oscar she’s so ready for. Kelly Brody is a sophomore majoring in journalism.

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Good coffee tastes like shots of courage. Nicole Dasneves, a senior at the University of Miami, learned this when she found her boyfriend. Dasneves would often see him at the Wellness Center after her dance class. Intimidated by his good looks, she couldn’t bring herself to talk to him. “I used to be a bartender. Never in my life had I been nervous around a man,” she said. Time dwindled as winter break neared. She told herself that if she didn’t build up the courage to say “hello” before heading home, she’d say “goodbye” to her crush forever. Downing her shots of courage, Dasneves later saw him in passing, called out his name, and told him she’d love to take him to get coffee sometime. They’ve now been dating for a little more than a year. But for college students less bold than Dasneves, dating and hookup apps like Tinder have become an ubiquitous way to find casual or serious relationships. A study by the Pew Research Center showed that 38 percent of American adults who are single and actively searching for partners have used online dating sites or mobile dating apps. An online poll of 118 people conducted by The Miami Hurricane revealed the same level of interest in online dating from UM students: 38 percent of respondents have either tried it or want to. Acceptance of online dating and apps is on the rise as well. The Pew study found that 59 percent of Internet users believe that online dating is a good way to meet people – up 15 percent since 2005.

Mobile apps have made meeting people easier than ever before. Tinder, in particular, has become the app of choice for those looking for a quick hookup – or even long-term relationships. Of 81 UM students polled online who use dating apps, 78 percent said they use Tinder. At 12 percent, OkCupid was the second-most popular. Tinder and the concept of hookup culture inspired the satirical “Swipe Click Bang” web series about onenight stands. The series is produced by Joseph Amato, Michael Vitale and Michael Sasso. The series creators hope to show how relationships have evolved through technology, but still retain their core motivations. Amato said that whether you’ve found someone at the bar, in high school, at college or online, you’re still looking for the same thing. “No matter how relationships come about or what circumstances bring you to where you are, what people are looking for doesn’t change through generations,” Amato said. “You’re looking for intimacy, you’re looking for a relationship, you’re looking for security.”

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“When he picks me up, he’s got a bouquet of flowers,” she said. “He got a tie, drove, opened doors, paid for stuff, the full-blown thing. It was super refreshing to be taken out on a normal date with someone your own age.” Even Tinder can be used to initiate face-to-face dates and start long-term relationships. According to Wessel, a friend of hers met a guy on Tinder, and they’ve been dating for six months. He plays Minor League Baseball and travels a lot, but when he visits, the two make plans to see each other in person. For long-term relationships, people are finding what they’re looking for a lot faster than before, according to Sasso. “You know what you want and start looking for those things in profiles,” Sasso said. “People are getting more efficient that way.”

In today’s dating climate, the definition of “love” may even be changing, according to philosophy professor Berit Brogaard, author of the book “On Romantic Love.” “I think people are starting to realize that there isn’t such a thing as ‘true love,’” she said. “There are many varieties of love and degrees of love. Even infatuation is a kind of love.” With college students and adults growing busier, apps like Tinder become the go-to method for fitting relationships into packed schedules. “This is one of the inevitable ways that we’re going to meet each other,” Vitale said. “Hookups are just a byproduct of all of us being more busy. Hookup apps are going to become more prevalent. That’s not good or bad, but it’s just how things are moving.” A UM male senior suggested that hookups still keep college students busy, though. He wished to remain anonymous and is referred to as Brad Jones later in this story.

No matter how relationships come about or what circumstances bring you to where you are, what people are looking for doesn’t change through generations. Joseph Amato Web series producer

“The hookup culture is just as time-consuming as dating – especially if you’re doing it right and you have four different girls,” he said. “It kills a lot of time, though it might be emotionally easier.” He thinks the real draw toward hookups is the excitement and number of options. “When you’re a guy walking around campus, you’re constantly barraged with attractive women walking around you, and there’s an innate desire to have each of them,” he said.

Because Tinder offers little more than a name, picture, age and description of its users, senior Davis Sprague believes that the app’s appeal is that it gives people anonymity. “It’s right on that brink of anonymity,” he said. “Unless you know the person who comes up, you’re essentially anonymous. So I guess it’s that feeling of, it doesn’t really relate to reality.” This disconnect from reality, then, makes hooking up “almost like a game, so that eases the transition from ‘I’ve never met you’ to ‘let’s go hang out,’” according to Sprague.

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The way people are relying on messages and apps to get to know each other worries Dasneves. “You’re not going to know how to express yourself in front of someone; you’re only going to know how to express yourself through a keyboard,” she said. Oftentimes, the way people end up expressing themselves on Tinder is vulgar and aggressive. A recent UM graduate who uses Tinder said she experienced this, until she changed her profile photos and description to steer away those men. She asked to remain anonymous and is referred to as Sara Wilson later in this story. “Some people are so ridiculous that I have to send screencaps to my friends, and some people are a lot nicer and I end up talking to them for a few weeks,” she said.

Today, college students act like dating is a game. Dasneves said she sees this happen with all of her friends. “A guy got your number but some unspoken rule someone created says you can’t text the girl for a day, and if the guy texts you, the girl needs to wait three hours to make it seem like she’s busy, and the guy does the same thing,” she said. Brogaard said dating in college in her generation – back before social media – was also a challenge, but in a different way. “If you met someone you liked outside of your network of friends and somehow forgot to exchange phone numbers, you were basically screwed,” she said. Even if phone numbers were exchanged, obstacles still stood in the way. “If the other person lived at home, you actually had to talk to their parents, most likely,” she said. “And you risked rejection big time because everyone knew that if you actually called, you were definitely interested in the other person.” Social media has solved this problem for contemporary college students. “I feel like the way that things are right now, as far as dating for our age group goes, people reach out to you first by texting you or Snapchatting you before taking the time to get to know you,” senior Courtney Wessel said. According to Wessel, both guys and girls don’t take time to “properly” date anymore. She thinks the pressure of initiating dates shouldn’t lie solely on the guy. “Sometimes it’s worth it for girls to be really forward and upfront about their expectations or making plans in general,” she said. This strategy proved successful for Wessel at a party over winter break. When a guy approached her in a forward manner, she made sure he knew that a dinner date was a requirement before going any further. Wessel doubted she’d hear back from him, but the next weekend he texted her and asked her out on a date.

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According to Sprague, Tinder requires much less commitment than traditional online dating services. Sprague’s roommate discovered this when, two years ago, his roommate decided it would be funny to make a Match.com account. He gave up halfway through after realizing how long it took. “That level of commitment almost comes off as if you’re desperate for something – because you just can’t find anyone,” Sprague said. “Whereas with Tinder and those types of apps, because it’s a little bit less involved, you can say that ... it’s not something you’re depending on.” While online dating services seem to be surrounded by stigmas, that is changing over time. The Pew Research Center survey showed that the number of people who think people who use online dating are desperate fell by eight percent from 2005-13. “When they first started to pop up, finding someone there was taboo,” Brogaard said. “People would lie about how they met. Now, it’s perfectly acceptable to find someone on a dating site. Wilson prefers Tinder to dating websites because she thinks there’s less of a stigma. “I went to my dad’s cousin’s wedding, and she’s 57 years old and found someone on eHarmony,” she said. “I have this idea [that online dating] is for old people. I feel like I couldn’t find a young person or someone like me.” At the same time, Wilson felt that Tinder has become her only option. Since graduating in December, she lives with her parents – not an ideal arrangement for meeting new people. She now lives far from her friends at UM, so she uses Tinder to find potential long-term relationships. There are alternatives to Tinder aimed at serious relationships, like Hinge, which matches users with friends of friends, but they are unavailable in Wilson’s area. “If you’re on Tinder looking for a serious relationship, you’re probably just going to get frustrated because the vast majority that you talk to are going to be looking for something totally different,” Brad said. “So why not go to a pool of fish that are thinking the same way you are?” Alina Zerpa contributed to this report. as opposed to 44 percent in 2005 as opposed to 29 percent in 2005

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With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to start planning the perfect weekend. Fortunately, for all those romantics out there, Valentine’s is on a Saturday, allowing for more celebrations. If you’re in a relationship or just want to have a good time with friends, there are several options to turn V-Day into a romantic escape or a fun weekend. #ATTHERAT If you’re looking for a last-minute Valentine’s Day gift or are in need of a fuzzy friend, stop by the Rathskeller from 3-5 p.m. Friday to make your own stuffed animal. Show a Rathskeller Advisory Board member your receipt of $5 or more from that day to get in line. CUPID’S CARNIVAL Looking for love in all the wrong places? Head to Cupid’s Carnival from 6-9 p.m. Friday at Flamingo Park for an evening filled with carnival rides, games, giveaways, a photobooth, candy station, a magic show and a live jazz performance. Admission is free. Flamingo Park is located at 14th Street and Meridian Ave., Miami Beach, Fla. 33139. RUN, CUPID, RUN For those who want to start the day in the healthiest way possible, check out the RunWild 5K, a race that will go through the entire Zoo Miami. Registration is $15 for students and closes midnight Thursday. For more information, visit runwild5kmiami.com. ZooMiami is located at 1 Zoo Blvd.,12400 SW 152 Street, Miami, Fla. 33177. VALENTINE’S CONCERT If you’re looking to set the mood, check out the annual Valentine’s Day concert at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden to enjoy live jazz music. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and the concert begins at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 for students. Fairchild is located at 10901 Old Cutler Road, Miami, Fla. 33156. DINNER FOR TWO Pay a visit to the The Southwest Community Farmers’ Market in Tropical Park and get some organic vegetables, herbs, fruits and flowers to prepare a Valentine’s Day dinner at home. The market runs Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The farmer’s market is located at Tropical Park near the Bird Road entrance at 7900 Bird Rod, Miami, Fla. 33155. COCONUT GROVE ARTS FESTIVAL Paint the town red at the annual Coconut Grove Arts Festival by enjoying one mile of arts and food. It takes place 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday through Monday. Admission is $15, but student tickets are available for $5 at cultureshockmiami.com. The festival is located alt Mayfair In the Grove, 3390 Mary St., Miami, Fla. 33133. ART WALK Every second Saturday of the month, Wynwood and the Design District offer art walks. This Valentine’s Day Saturday is even better, showcasing new exhibitions and various food trucks to indulge in other entertaining things that aren’t all about love from 7-10 p.m.. The Wynwood Art Walk is located at 2219 NW 2nd Ave., Miami, Fla. 33127.

Can’t get enough of love? If the way to your heart is through your stomach, check out the top restaurants menus for the big day as well as the history of the romance novel at themiamihurricane.

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‘Fifty Shades’ film turns down heat BY MARLEE LISKER | NEWS EDITOR ESTHER PONCE DE LEON | SENIOR EDGE WRITER

As couples gear up for V-Day, the season’s sexiest blockbuster, “Fifty Shades of Grey,” has been attracting some lustful interest. Fans of the books and “Fifty Shades” virgins alike are eagerly waiting to see this racy romance splashed across the screen. Lingering in the air is the question everyone wants answered: how far are they willing to go? The reality is, not as far as E.L. James fans might have been hoping. In fact, the steamy scenes round in at around 20 minutes, according to a report in The Atlantic. Another disappointment for James’ enthusiasts: an article in the Miami New Times reports that the infamous “inner goddess” who preens across the pages has been cut from the flick, eliminating the split personality. (The New Times, for one, seems to think this will vastly increase the film’s quality.) Despite the breaks with what some see as a sub-par work of fiction, the movie does have its perks. The first pull, at least for the ladies, is clearly Jamie Dornan, who

BY ALINA ZERPA ASSISTANT NEWS WRITER

Whether you’re excited for “Fifty Shades of Grey” to come out in theaters or judge those who have read the books, it doesn’t matter: the soundtrack is shamelessly incredible and deserves an award for telling a story better than the book and the movie combined. The 15-track album features big names such as Beyoncé, The Weeknd, Annie Lennox and the Rolling Stones. It ranges from Ellie Goulding’s readyfor-radio pop anthem “Love Me Like You Do” to Sia’s slow-tempo ballad “Salted Wound.” Overall, the album intertwines different aspects of love just in time for Valentine’s Day weekend and tells more personal stories than E.L. James could ever put together on paper. R&B singer The Weeknd brings two songs to the forefront as sexual anthems. “Earned It” and “Where You Belong” both feature the singer’s

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smolders as the edgy, dangerous Christian Grey. His cold, calculating performance is bound to leave viewers wishing he would bring his handcuffs to their house. Is there a count for how many minutes he spends shirtless? His leading lady, timid and sheltered (at first) Anastasia Steele, is played by Dakota Johnson, who is already getting buzz for breathing life into this one-dimensional Bella-knockoff. At least she provides a nice view for all the boyfriends who will inevitably be dragged to this sexy rom-com on date night. If you get bored by whips and chains (or the inevitable lack of plot), check out the movie’s soundtrack, featuring big names ranging from Beyoncé and Ellie Goulding to the Rolling Stones and Frank Sinatra. We’ve already heard the sexy hypnotizing remix of “Crazy in Love” that rocked our worlds during the movie’s earliest previews; you can expect the rest of the CD to follow suit. Whether the movie flops or gets your heart racing, one thing seems certain. Like “Twilight,” this flick breaks away from the adage “the book is always better than the movie.” For these stories, the soundtracks are better than both.

twirling around in the famous vocals and living room. Sinatra’s heavy use of bass that smooth, timeless voice make the songs as senprovides a classier take sual as possible. Following in the on love. The album also steps of The Weeknd, reveals the complex Beyoncé also has two nature of trusting tracks that spearhead someone, especially the stereotypical image of “Fifty Shades.” when it is easy to be“Haunted” highlights COURTESY USMAGAZINE come accustomed to solitude. Skylar Grey’s her breathy voice that “I Know You” is a can turn up the mood for any Valentine’s date. The remixed piano and violin heavy anthem about version of the 2003 hit “Crazy in taking a chance on someone because Love” takes the singer’s love song into although they are “more than innoa journey of seduction. It’s difficult not cent,” they still have a few tricks up to get goose bumps when the last line their sleeves. Overall, despite any criticism is a dragged out in an “uh oh” that “Fifty Shades of Grey” might have releaves listener wanting to hit repeat. For the romantic portion of the ceived, don’t forget to play this entire album, look no further than the clas- album while you’re getting ready to sic “Witchcraft” by Frank Sinatra. go out on Saturday night. Keep Sia’s The re-mastered song can make any- advice from “Salted Wound” in mind: one want to find a date to dance with, “give your heart, and say ‘come take whether it’s in a suit and tie or just it.’”

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Valentine’s Day can seem like a trap for the single person, but it doesn’t have to isolate singles. Here are some ways to celebrate your solitude and share time with your loved ones.

Not being in a relationship doesn’t mean life is boring. This is the best time to get out and find an adventurous side. Grab a group of single friends and go to Blue Mountain Outdoor Center, which offers activities such as mountain biking, stand-up paddle-boarding and kayaking. It’s a beautiful way to spend time with friends in the great outdoors. 3400 NE 163rd St., North Miami Beach, Fla. 33160. If that’s not up to speed, try taking the adventure to SkyZone – an indoor trampoline park. Thrill-seekers will love bouncing, jumping and playing dodge ball with friends. Skip the butterflies in your tummy on a date, and go for the adrenaline rush. 5450 Northwest 82nd Ave., Miami, Fla. 33166.

Ultimate guide to perfect gift giving for lovers of any level Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and if you’re fretting about what to get that special someone, don’t break a sweat, Edge’s Valentine’s Day Gift Guide is here. First thing’s first, as much as this is a gift-giving holiday, Valentine’s Day is truly about celebrating with your sweetheart and there’s no price tag on that. The gifts mentioned below are merely suggestions, but if you choose to share something from the heart (from Tiffany & Co. to homemade cards), it’s sure not to disappoint. Love is priceless and Valentine’s Day is just the day to celebrate that.

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Choose Your Sweetheart: “We Know Each Other Like The Back Our Hands” aka The Long Term Couple You know each other so well that you’re practically reading each other’s minds, but maybe you just want to do something different or reignite the magic for Valentine’s Day. Think about heading to Disney World for the weekend. “The Most Magical Place on Earth” can also become one of the most romantic. If Disney is not your scene, a cute piece of jewelry, a sick pair of headphones or something meaningful (i.e. taking your sweetheart to where you had your first date) are great tokens of appreciation.

“It’s Not So Serious But We’ve Been Dating” aka Everyone Finally Knows You’re a Couple, But It Still Feels New Indulge in the Valentine’s spirit with friends. Stop joking about having that movie marathon. Just do it. Although having a variety of genres will entertain a wider audience, it’s the perfect time to bust out all of the best romantic comedies. Richard Curtis, the screenwriter behind many of the best British rom-coms, is a safe choice with “About Time,” “Love Actually” and “Bridget Jones’s Diary.” Bust out the tissues and settle into some classic romantic movies: “Titanic,” “The Notebook” and “Roman Holiday.” These movies are sure to cause a few sniffles, but it’s okay – you’re with your friends and they’re not judging you.

Let’s say you’ve been going out for a little bit, and though you’re no longer the newest couple on the block, you still have no idea what to get your sweetie. Don’t worry, they’re sure to appreciate a nice dinner out and something meaningful at the end of the night (roses, a candy heart, something you know they’d love, but never buy) – basically, something to ensure you always remember Valentines Day 2015.

“Yes, We’re In A Relationship!” aka The Brand New Relationship Couple So you’ve just started dating, and if it’s not so serious that you’re ready to splurge at Tiffany’s or Kay, a trip to the movies will not disappoint. Whether you love horror movies, chick flicks or an action packed superhero film, just make sure it’s something you’ll both like – and don’t forget the popcorn. Candy and roses also can’t hurt.

Take a page from the NBC’s hit comedy “Parks and Recreation” book and celebrate Galentine’s Day. Protagonist Leslie Knope knows it’s important to celebrate the fantastic women in life. (“Ovaries before brovaries,” right, ladies?) Though the characters celebrate the holiday on Feb. 13, feel free to celebrate Galentine’s Day on Feb. 14 with a hearty brunch at Greenstreet Cafe in the Grove. Trade Knope’s passion for waffles for a cinnamon roll pancake, and relax with a few gal pals. It’s a twist on a typical girl’s night out, which reinforces the strength of love between friends and makes everyone feel happy instead of alone. 3468 Main Highway, Coconut Grove, Fla. 33133.

“Anonymously Crazy In Love Surprise” aka The Unexpected Valentine If there’s someone you’ve had your eye on (and you think they want you too), then use the holiday as an excuse to make the first move. Share some flowers, candy or balloons with them, but don’t forget a Hallmark Card to explain just why you think they deserve the whole nine yards for V-Day.

“Elementary School All Over Again” aka Celebrating With Your Best Friends Who said you have to be in a romantic relationship to have fun on Valentine’s Day? Don’t sulk because you don’t have a sweetie this year – there’s always next year. Remember back in third grade when everyone in class gave each other Valentine’s Day cards just because? Recreate the fun with all your friends college-style. Get your girls (or guys) together for a Netflix marathon and a DIY cookie-decorating night. February 12 - February 15, 2015

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2014 All-ACC Academic Football Team Players honored for combining brains, brawn BY COURTNEY FIORINI SPORTS EDITOR

Five players from the Miami Hurricanes football team were selected for the 2014 All-ACC Academic Football Team announced Wednesday. Players were selected from a pool of 128 eligible ACC student-athletes nominated by their schools.

NANTAMBU AKIL-FENTRESS Fourth on the team in tackles this past season with 55 Nominated for the Burlsworth Trophy, an award given to the nation’s top player

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HAVING A WORD: Andy Suarez speaks to the press on Media Day at Mark Light Field Tuesday.

Skilled lineup, new baseball spice up approaching season BY WILLIAM RIGGIN STAFF WRITER

With a crowd of reporters huddled around pitcher Andrew Suarez, outfielder Willie Abreu pointed his batturned-recorder near the mouth of the pitcher to get his own sound bite. Suarez spoke into the Gatorade cup that topped Abreu’s bat and answered a question about his team’s potent offense: “I actually love facing this lineup, especially Willie.” The jokes and smiles at the University of Miami baseball team’s annual Media Day on Tuesday were indicative of the positivity the team holds as they prepare for the start of their new season Friday night against Rutgers. Suarez surprisingly turned down more money than any other player in the draft to return for another season. A speedy freshman named Carl Chester excelled in fall practices and David Thompson enjoyed a healthy summer and fall after a scary injury kept him out of 32 games last spring. “We’re excited about the club. We’ve got a unique combination,” Coach Jim Morris said. “Last year, we had the starting rotation that had been together. This 12

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year, we’ve got more position players back, so I expect to score more runs. There’s a different baseball, too, and that should be fun, because I think baseball was meant to score a few runs, not to be 1-0 every game, so I’m very excited about it.” The new baseball with lower seams is expected to boost offense in its first season of use. The new ball and an enhanced lineup that includes National Freshman of the Year Zack Collins means expectations are high for Hurricanes offense. “The strength of our offense is our power. We’ve got some guys who can hit the ball out of the ballpark so, with the middle of the lineup, just one swing of the bat you can score more runs,” said Hitting Coach Gino DiMare. “You don’t have to work so hard to get a run now, so I think that can help us and benefit us especially with the new baseball.” The returns of the injured Thompson and drafted Suarez were two of the most fortunate things on Tuesday. “Me and Andy have played together since we were nine years old, so it’s been fun to grow up with him and play with him and against him my whole life,” Thompson said.

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Tallied 232 yards receiving and three touchdowns

ANTHONY CHICKILLO Ended his senior season with 41 total tackles, 3.0 sacks and 4.5 tackles for loss

CALVIN HEURTELOU Started in 12 of the Canes’ 13 games in 2014 Tallied 25 tackles and recorded 1.0 tackle for loss

JUSTIN VOGEL Established himself as one of the top punters in the country as a sophomore Averaged 42.8 yards per punt and dropped 21 punts inside the 20-yard line

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Lady Canes falter against highranked opposition BY ALEXA PAPPAS SENIOR SPORTS WRITER

After 11 consecutive appearances in the ITA National Team Indoor Championships, the Miami women’s tennis team is bound to stumble once in a while. Facing some of the best teams in the country, including top-ranked UCLA, No. 7 Alabama and No. 3 UNC, the No. 12 Hurricanes hung tough in a talentpacked weekend that included five ACC teams. On the first day of competition, the Hurricanes hit the ground running. They ousted Alabama, a top-10 team, in a decisive 4-1 victory. Monique Albuquerque secured the most memorable win of the day. After winning her first set 6-2, she dropped her second set 2-6 and was falling behind, 1-4, in the third set, but rallied for five games to pull out the three-set victory. In doubles play, Miami and Alabama split matches, and freshman duo Sinead Lohan and Wendy Zhang took home a tiebreak win. The rest of the weekend proved difficult for the Hurricanes, who fell to the Tar Heels 4-1, in the quarterfinals. Doubles yet again came down to Lohan – Zhang freshman duo, who led 6-5 but fell in a tiebreaker, 8-6. Miami lost all of its singles matches, thus being eliminated, but played in consolation matches the next day. “[They] were just too good for us today,” said Head Coach Paige Yaroshuk-Tews. “We weren’t able to implement game plans the way we needed to. We need to put this match behind us and get ready for another big battle.” On Sunday, the last day of competition for the Hurricanes, UCLA swept Miami 4-0. Against the No. 1 Bruins, Miami’s only win of the day was the No. 15-ranked due of Albuquerque and Clementina Riobueno pulling out a 6-2 win. The No. 8-ranked Miami team of Stephanie Wagner and Lina Lileikite narrowly lost to the top-ranked ULCA team 7-6. Apart from this weekend, Miami is 2-0 this season and swept both matches. “We are definitely a better team coming out of this tournament then we were coming in,” Yaroshuk-Tews said. “Having played number one, four and seven in the nation on the weekend just makes a team stronger. We learned so much about this team and I’m looking forward to an amazing season.”

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GIANCARLO FALCONI // STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER SWING AND A MISS: Freshman Piotr Lomacki competes with Senior Henrique Tsukamoto during a doubles set against Liberty on Saturday Morning. The Canes lost 1-4 and will take on Kennesaw State Friday at noon.

SPORTS BRIEFS FOOTBALL Miami Hurricanes football underwent coaching changes this week with the departure of Wide Receivers Coach and National Recruiting Coordinator Brennan Carroll and the addition of Defensive Line Coach Randy Melvin. Carroll will join his father, Pete Carroll, and staff as offensive assistant of the Seattle Seahawks. Carroll spent the four seasons with the Hurricanes with his first two seasons as the tight ends coach. Melvin has 30 years of coaching experience with college, the Canadian Football League and the National Football League. He served as a defensive line coach for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Florida International University, Temple, the Cleveland Browns and the New England Patriots – just to name a few.

GOLF The women’s golf team placed seventh at the 2015 UCF Challenge Tuesday at Eagle Creek Golf Course. They finished the tournament with a score of eight-over-par, 872. Canes will be back home in full swing March 2 at the 2015 Hurricane Invitational held at the Biltmore Golf Course in Coral Gables.

WHEN: 4 p.m. Friday, Feb. 20 WHAT: The Canes women’s tennis team will come back home and begin their three-weekend home stand.

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Please join us for

Brunch & Dialogue With

Dr. JOHN C. LENNOX Saturday, February 21, 2015 10:00 AM at The University of Miami Faculty Club 1530 Miller Drive, Coral Gables, FL 33146

Everyone in attendance will receive a copy of GOD’S UNDERTAKER: Has Science Buried God? by John C. Lennox

JOHN C. LENNOX, MA MMath MA (Bioethics) PhD DPhil DSc, Professor of Mathematics at Oxford University, is an internationally renowned speaker on the interface of science, philosophy and religion. He regularly teaches at many academic institutions including the Said Business School, Wycliffe Hall and the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics, as well as also being a Senior Fellow with the Trinity Forum. He has written a series of books exploring the relationship between science and Christianity and he has also participated in a number of televised debates with some of the world’s leading atheist thinkers.