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Faculty Senate votes to prevent INS, POL departments merging Senior withdraws after divisive decisions
“Advising was supposed to be centralized, but there are still departmental advisers in other departments,” Hebert said.
BY ALEXANDER GONZALEZ NEWS EDITOR
CONNECTIONS Speranza’s journey began in January when he returned from his hometown in Dayton, Ohio. He discovered from a professor – whose identity was not disclosed – that a potential merger was in the works. Speranza could not believe that students were not being informed. Aside from the merger, he challenged the lack of transparency between the administration and students. “No one had a clue,” he said. He and Hebert joined forces and organized a group of international studies students to raise awareness throughout the university. The loose organization made its goal to inform as many of the more than 300 students studying international studies. Speranza and grassroots groups used grassroots methods – word of mouth and social media – to inform students. He and Hebert circulated a petition that got 150 signatures from international studies students in a few days.
Umberto Speranza withdrew from the University of Miami two weeks before the start of his senior year. Speranza had been arguing against faculty including Leonidas Bachas, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS), to keep the international studies (INS) department from merging with the political science department. “The whole spring semester turned into a battle,” he said. The Faculty Senate voted Monday not to merge the two departments and developed a more interdisciplinary curriculum for the international studies degree, according to Bachas. Speranza voiced his opinions during Faculty Senate meetings last semester and gained a victory in April that temporarily halted the merger. But he ultimately decided to leave when he heard that Steve Ralph, former director of student services for international studies, was going to be reinstated to a new position. “What sense does it make to take an experienced adviser to the wayside,” Speranza said. Instead of accepting a new position, Ralph decided to leave the university altogether. His position was eliminated in an effort to centralize advising in CAS, according to an article published in The Miami Hurricane. Ralph’s departure was not related to the potential international studies and political science merger. Senior Todd Hebert, an international studies major who worked with Speranza last semester, is suspect of the connection.
COMMUNICATION Speranza and Hebert spoke at CAS faculty meetings twice, and Speranza also met with Bachas to voice his concerns. These concerns included the value of an international studies degree a few years after the department merged, and that students did not have a say in the decision. “A decision was being made behind closed curtains,” Speranza said. “It was disregarded for INS students. Why would Miami downgrade this program?” According to an early proposal published in 2010, the original plan would have created a department of political science and internation-
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al studies and would continue to offer two distinct undergraduate majors, including international studies. Hebert claimed that UM once had an entire college designated to international studies, and for SPERANZA four years, the department published a magazine. “I wish there was a communication channel between administration and professors with students,” he said. Bachas said that students play an important role in curriculum development, but this was one case where that did not happen. “It was a good idea to consult them,” he said. “They delivered an important message.” COMPROMISES Monday’s Faculty Senate meeting ended the possibility of a merger. But, according to Bachas, the degree will offer more elective options from departments such as women and gender studies to become more interdisciplinary. “Nothing will change the programs,” he said. “The students will not see the difference. Faculty who teach in that program will oversee it.” The Faculty Senate had to vote on two motions: The department staying separate and the development of this interdisciplinary program. Monday’s meeting voted on the approval of the program. These changes still need the approval of UM President Donna E. Shalala and the Board of Trustees. “This proposal needs to replace the prior legislation that was suggested two years ago,” Bachas said.
DECISION TIME: Find the latest on the NCAA sanctions, as well as a history of the university’s affairs and Nevin Shapiro by visiting themiamihurricane. com/ncaa.
AI WEEK The Undergraduate Honor Council invites students to its 2013 Academic Integrity Week to promote honesty, responsibility and integrity on campus and throughout the community. The events will take place from noon to 2 p.m. Monday through Nov. 1 at the UC patio. Each day features an event to raise awareness of the Honor Code and celebrate the commitment to uphold it.
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Joseph Parent, a political science professor, supported the merger and felt that the final outcome was disappointing. “It’s disappointing the merger did not go through – all the departments ranked above us are larger and publish more, but Monday’s vote to make international studies a program is another step away from dysfunction,” he said. The closest that the international studies department will get to the political science department is physical distance. The two along with the geography department will move to the Campo Sano Building near the wooden buildings by the Memorial Building. The move is anticipated to happen next month, Bachas said. Hebert and Speranza had to make personal compromises, too. Speranza attends the University of Dayton, where he is finishing his international studies degree and will graduate in May, as he would have done at UM. His reasons for leaving were political as well as personal. “The University of Dayton took care of me,” he said. “I got a generous scholarship and have good relationships with faculty over there.” Speranza’s decision was not easy. He dreamed about studying at UM since he was little and did not view his time as “a waste.” Richard Weisskoff, an international studies professor, believes that Speranza and Ralph’s departures were the real waste. “Umberto was one of my top students last year,” he said. “His transfer doubles UM’s loss: Steve Ralph, a super employee, and Umberto, a super student.” Hebert considered transferring, but did not want to forgo the personal and professional connections that he formed at the university. “I would have lost all of that,” he said.
Mark It Up Monday: Students will be able to sign the Honor Creed banner and learn about good study habits. Take Charge Tuesday: Honor Council members will hand out tank tops and surveys to gauge students’ reactions to AI Week. Willpower Wednesday: Students will be able to share how they stay honorable throughout the semester. Full Throttle Thursday: Honor Council members will advise students on how to manage stress.
Fan Friday: Students can sign the spirit banner for giveaways, supporting the UM v. Florida State University football game on Nov. 2.
SPRING 2014 Classes for the upcoming spring semester are now available on CaneLink. Registration appointments will be available on Monday, and registration begins Nov. 11. Ashley Martinez may be emailed amartinez@themiamihurricane.com.
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RoboCanes compete worldwide Alumni connects artists to clients
Team develops humanoid robots
Company matches hopefuls to local brands, starts careers
BY WILLIAM RIGGIN CONTRIBUTING NEWS WRITER
For the past four summers, computer science professor Ubbo Visser has lead a team of University of Miami students around the world to take part in highstakes soccer competitions. But the actual players for the RoboCanes are autonomous humanoid robots, programmed by the students for tournaments such as the RoboCup, the equivalent of FIFA’s World Cup. “In 2008, I came to UM from Germany, and since I had been working with the humanoid robots at my previous school, I decided to try and start a team here,” Visser said. “Each member of the team is responsible for a different aspect of the robot. It’s such a complex problem to solve, but when we attend the competitions around the world, it’s one of the greatest experiences a student can have.” The robots used in the RoboCup Standard Platform League are kid-sized and can run, pass and shoot with their human-like bodies. All of the teams have to use the same type of robots, but users can customize them with their own software and artificial intelligence (AI) systems, which determine behavior and functioning. Through the AI systems, the robots operate without remote controllers or any human interaction during the matches. So the better a team programs its robots to operate independently, the better they play. Andreas Seekircher, a Ph.D. student and member of the RoboCanes, works on the “lower-level” operations of the robots, which includes running and balance. “What makes this so different from video games is that these are physical robots that rely on real physics,” he said. “If one joint doesn’t work correctly, the whole thing will fail.” Once the match has begun, the robots must identify and react to the everchanging environment of a soccer game in mere fractions of a second, just as humans do. This event describes the robots’ “upper-level” functions. “When we play sports, our brains predict very quickly what will happen next – where the ball will be and where we need to move,” said Saminda Abeyruwan, another Ph.D. student and team member. “I want to implement those predictive abilities into the robots.” Team members say the tourna-
BY LUISA ANDONIE CONTRIBUTING NEWS WRITER
PHOTOS BY BECCA MAGRINO // CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER PROFESSIONAL POINTERS: Professor Ubbo Visser (left) explains an opportunity to apply for a research grant to his team of Ph.D. students in attempt to further their accomplishments in computer science.
ROBOTIC REALISM: The robots, created by a team of Ph.D. students at the University of Miami, have been programmed to kick a ball by themselves and interact with other “players,” simulating a soccer game.
ments are extremely competitive. Since 2010, the RoboCanes team has played in the 3-D Soccer Simulation League, which uses AI systems and software on a computer-simulated robots. They won the 2011 German Cup and were a runner-up in the 2012 RoboCup in Mexico. Since 2012, the RoboCanes have also been playing in the Standard Platform League, which pits two teams of five robots that race around a 9-meter by 6-meter field to try and score goals. Visser believes that having more students on the team would make it stronger. Autonomous robotic systems, or CSC 668/597, is a class offered by the computer science department that works with the robots. Although it may sound rather intimidating for some students, the team members insist that everyone is welcome and taking the class is not required. The teams can have as many mem-
bers as they want since it is a research venture. For the Ph.D. students, their work represents the basis of their doctoral theses. While competing in tournaments is fun, Visser and his students have much larger aspirations for these robots. “Soccer is so dynamic, and the players have so many decisions to make. If a robot can do this, then hopefully they can one day be sent into a dangerous situation such as a burning building, rather than sending in humans.”
FOR MORE INFORMATION Email science professor Ubbo Visser at visser@miami. edu to reach the RoboCanes team.
Artists may not have to wait long to find their first clients. Alumnus Neal Sarin started CreativGlu, a free online service that connects local brands with artists from various industries, three years ago. Hoping to become global, CreativGlu focuses on brands that are based in Miami, such as The Miami New Times SARIN and The Daily Melt. Artists can peruse through opportunities such as “Design a Shoe for Del Toro.” Users then create a free profile with which they upload their work, whether it be images or even a SoundCloud link, competing for the most votes in order to secure the opportunity. These opportunities can sometimes lead to full-time positions, depending on the needs of the brand. Though the brands hope to recruit talent, they also use the site as a platform for crowd-sourcing their ideas and gaining exposure. “Miami is the perfect place to start this thing because the arts community is so vibrant, and it’s growing, and there’s so much talent here,” Sarin said. While he does admit that in the beginning, the process of signing on brands was “arduous,” Sarin stresses that Miami provided the right breeding ground given the existence of big companies and growth of Miami’s emerging arts and electronic music scenes. “When these kinds of industries are growing, it’s a lot easier to find talent, to get users and to partner with brands that want to give back to the community by giving these artists new opportunities on CreativGlu,” he said. When Sarin was 15, the only thing he wanted to be was a talent scout for arts and repertoire (A&R) for a big record label and help discover talented musicians. And while he did minor in music industry at the Frost School of Music and even interned at Universal Music International and Ministry of Sound, the decline that the music industry suffered during the recession made him think twice. Yet, as a music producer himself, Sarin could never completely abandon his passion. Instead, he expanded his initial dream job of discovering talent, to include more than just musicians. In a sense, he is an A&R, but for all artists. Sarin also calls CreativGlu a “matchmaking service” that connects artists to companies that sign on. The website facilitates an organization’s creative needs from the initial concept to connecting it with participating artists. “There are no rules,” he said. “There are no limits.” Sarin studied entrepreneurship and is aware that the university has many up-and-coming entrepreneurs with great ideas. “If you’re an entrepreneur and you’re really into your idea, I understand in the beginning there’s a lot of hesitation and a lot of ‘I don’t have the resources right now,’” he said. “But you have to go 100 percent in, dive in, get involved in the community, go to networking events off campus.”
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Marine mentorships made possible through networking RSMAS offers early research experience BY LAURA VANDER MEIDEN CONTRIBUTING NEWS WRITER
Senior Kat Ternus has been through it all. Over the course of her time at the University of Miami, Ternus has worked in three different labs, gone on five research cruises, and is currently in the middle of writing a thesis on whale acoustics. Doing research has opened a lot of doors for her. “I feel like my most valuable experiences at UM were in the lab,” she said. Through her work she has been able to network, travel and get what she thinks is a realistic view of what research entails. “It is not as straightforward as textbooks make it seem,” she said. “There are things you learn in active research that most people aren’t even aware of until grad school.” It takes dedication, Ternus said. Her first job, during the spring of freshman year, was spent cleaning tanks and vials and entering data into the computer. Many students might be bored by the simplicity and monotony of the
work, but Ternus turned it to her advantage, using it as an opportunity to network with professors and graduate students in her field and get advice from experienced researchers. “Over time, [the work] required more technical skills that were much more useful,” said Ternus, adding that her employer needed to know that she was trustworthy and competent before assigning her more complex assignments. In her sophomore year, she applied for a paid job working with RSMAS professor Gary Hitchcock on a study of plankton. She also began working with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration on the acoustics of whale sounds. Both areas of research allowed Ternus to go on research cruises, including one to tag sperm whales and another to assess the effects of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. Ternus’s early start as a researcher has given her a variety of experiences. However, students who would rather wait a few years can do that too. Of nearly 900 undergraduates involved in research this year, a majority started in their junior year, said Assistant Provost Michael Gaines.
PHOTO COURTESY OF PATRICEGILBERTPHOTO.COM WORKING AT SEA: Senior Kat Ternus does the initial work to measure the amount of oxygen in water samples from near the Deepwater Horizon spill site in the Gulf of Mexico.
Gaines works in the university’s Office of Undergraduate Research, one of the many resources students can use to find research opportunities. The office matches students with
mentors in the field. Advisers and professors are other good resources, he said, because they often have a good idea of what opportunities are available in their respective fields.
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Mourning a lost friend
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IN REMEMBRANCE: Senior Todd Hebert helps light the candle of another person attending the memorial service for sophomore Andy Melendez held Tuesday night on the Rock. Melendez died Oct. 12 in a canoe accident while in Arcadia, Fla. He was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity, and many members of the Greek community attended the vigil to show their support for the organization.
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The NCAA did a good job with their sanctions because the Hurricanes already selfimposed a two-year bowl ban.
TYLER YAGMAN SENIOR
The decision is fair. To get a bowl ban now at the level that we’re playing at would’ve been really detrimental to the team.
AMANDA LEVISON JUNIOR
RYAN LODISH FRESHMAN
They shouldn’t have even been allowed to impose sanctions ... but it was done very respectfully.
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Integrity goes a long way with NCAA The prolonged NCAA investigation into the University of Miami athletics department’s violations has reached its final chapter, and the university’s decision not to appeal means the book is truly closed. When the NCAA handed out its sanctions Tuesday, the UM community let out a collective sigh of relief. Above all else, the No. 7-ranked Hurricanes will maintain bowl eligibility. While many have expressed support for Miami, the U is still not without its critics. Some have said that the NCAA let us off easy, but anyone who has followed the last two and a half years at knows that this is not the case. Miami self-imposed two bowl bans, cooperated with the NCAA, and carried itself gracefully throughout the duration of the investigation. Nonetheless, a statement from the University of Southern California – which was
charged with lack of institutional control in 2010 – released Tuesday, attempts to suggest otherwise: “We have always felt that our penalties were too harsh. This decision only bolsters that view.” The statement by USC athletic director Pat Haden draws a comparison between the two schools, but there is a distinction to be made. The clear difference is that USC knew of its wrongdoing but let it continue. As a result, the NCAA stripped the Trojans of their 2005 national title and Reggie Bush of his Heisman Trophy. On the other hand, our university administration handled this investigation professionally thanks to the decision-making of President Donna E. Shalala, athletic director Blake James and others. And the Committee on Infractions recognized that. While students may have been disappointed when the Canes were left out of postseason play, the
sacrifice was the right one to make in the long run. Britton Banowsky, chairman of the Infractions Committee, acknowledged that these self-imposed penalties were a “very big deal” and that they indicated that UM had taken the matter seriously. UM took full responsibility, but more importantly, will continue to do so. “Our compliance measures need to keep getting better,” Shalala said. And James encourages students, fans and the community to come forward when they observe unethical behavior and bring it to the attention of the athletics department. While the NCAA’s botched investigation suggests the association doesn’t fully grasp the meaning of integrity, at least it can recognize it when it sees it in the U. Editorials represent the majority view of The Miami Hurricane editorial board.
Resolution eases fan apprehension JORGE D’UGARD FRESHMAN
I feel the ruling wasn’t very strict. For all the hype, I expected something more.
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oy. Happiness. Relief. Excitement. These words are the feelings expressed by the student body Tuesday after the official announcement of the NCAA sanctions. “I Stand with the U” has been the Canes family’s message for almost three years. Tuesday the student body ANDREW WYATT CATEGORY 5 was able to stand in solidarity in CHAIR the best way. For the past two years, students have asked questions and were left uneasy about what would happen at the end of each athletic season. However, we still went out to support our student-athletes and their respective sports. Tuesday, all of that confusion and reluctance came to an end. When each student is in the stands cheering loudly for this wonderful university, there is no question, no doubt, that we are all cheering for success and victory. Last year the women’s tennis team and the men’s basketball team began the resurgence of the histori-
cal success this university has seen. This season the football team is taking its turn with messages of “Full Speed Ahead” and “Deserve Victory,” finally knowing that the team is in the clear. We have stood with our fellow Canes and supported UM’s athletic teams every day on this campus and on the field. This will only continue to grow stronger with each coming year. The investigation was long, unfair and intolerable, but it created a family atmosphere within all areas of the University of Miami. President Donna E. Shalala and athletic director Blake James released statements to every student, and the students stand behind UM’s decision to not appeal and instead move forward from the investigation. Even with the loss of athletic scholarships over the next three years, the Hurricanes are on the rise once again. We are ready, as a unified community, to move forward and succeed in all that we do. Go Canes!
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Energy in stands provides spark on field atch a big college football game broadcast on a network station and you’ll notice something that the Miami Hurricanes lack: A packed stadium painted with fans wearing the team color and cheering in solidarity through the end of the fourth quarter. In early October, the University of Miami athletics department sent out an email telling students to help the football team stay undefeated by attending the game against Georgia Tech. It linked to a video of the UMUF game and read, “This was the atmosphere at Sun Life Stadium on Sept. 7, when the energy of the student section helped propel Miami to a victory over the Florida Gators. We need you again today.” Now that the winning streak has continued, athletics will implore students once
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again, but this time the plea is to not leave home games before the end. Whether it’s an emphatic C-A-N-E-S spell out that pushes the Hurricanes to play harder, or loud and rowdy cheers that distract the opposing team, a spirited crowd certainly has some degree of influence on the players’ performance. Leaving early conveys a lack of commitment that can be discouraging to the football players’ morale. By staying until the end, we can express support for our fellow student athletes – as well as the trainers, coaches and other pieces of the puzzle – who have worked hard all throughout the week to prepare for the game. Think of it this way: Leaving at halftime is like leaving a performance at the Ring Theatre during intermission. What kind of message does that send to the student actors who have
put so many hours into rehearsing? Beyond that, our 6-0 Canes are now drawing national media attention. At the moment, football is the foremost way that our university is represented to the rest of the country. It’s a matter of pride to display our school spirit to the hundreds of thousands of viewers tuned into ESPN. While we agree with the athletic department’s push for student support in theory, Miami’s exceptional circumstances will prove to be a challenge. No one knows the brutality of a Saturday noon game in Miami like students do. The heat in South Florida is a legitimate issue, making it hard for fans to sit through three hours in the sun, or more for those who arrive early to tailgate. Also, because our stadium is located off-
campus, many students feel compelled to beat the traffic back home or to Coral Gables. The half-hour ride to Sun Life Stadium that UM students make is already an inconvenience that students with a stadium in the heart of campus don’t experience. Then when 70,000 people leave at the same time, that half-hour ride becomes half an hour just to exit the parking lot. We hope to see students stay longer during these last three home games. If they do, win or lose, they’ll be there to sing the alma mater with the crowd. But if some students can’t stay until the end, we won’t blame them. Editorials represent the majority view of The Miami Hurricane editorial board.
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HAVE YOU EVER LEFT A GAME EARLY? WHY? The Miami Hurricane staff offers alternate perspectives on the issue of leaving football games early. Read the full version of their columns on themiamihurricane.com. “Let’s not judge, but embrace all university experiences, regardless of how far removed that may be from Sun Life Stadium.” ALEXANDER GONZALEZ NEWS EDITOR
“In a city that will rave all night and still leave early from dreamed about events like Ultra, is this really a surprise?” JORDAN COYNE COPY CHIEF
AMILYNN SOTO SOCIAL MEDIA EDITOR
“Considering the negative attention Miami Heat fans garnered for leaving Game 6 a bit too soon, I think a true Canes fan would think twice ...”
tweet UP @MiamiHurricane #tmhtweetup the first game is always so hot. I want to stay but its not worth risking my health
@MiamiHurricane #tmhtweetup I have to take buses back to campus and then the metro back to Brickell, so I leave early for late games.
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@MiamiHurricane #tmhtweetup never ever leave until 0:00 on clock, blowout or close game doesn’t matter. #IGTBAMH
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Golden grateful for fan support niversity of Miami students: As we approach the midway point of our football season, I want to stop and take a moment to thank you for the effort you have put forth to improve the atmosphere inside Sun Life Stadium. I don’t know if you truly understand how important AL GOLDEN HEAD FOOTBALL your role is in the grand scheme of COACH our success, but please know how much our players and I appreciate each and every one of you who choose to support us on game day. As we hit the home stretch of the ACC schedule, we need your presence and enthusiasm more than ever. And we need it for four quarters. The student section is the epicenter of our home field advantage, and we need you louder than ever during the fourth quarter. We have three home games remaining on the schedule, and I sincerely hope that each of you will continue to support by packing that student section, dancing in the smoke, screaming on third down, joining us as we raise four fingers in the fourth quarter, and having a great time while you cheer on this team from the opening kick to the final whistle. When that student section is packed, your presence, your voices and your energy can truly create a home field advantage, and this season you have done an outstanding job. I really can’t say it enough: Thank you all very much. See you on Saturday!
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Water bottles should be allowed on game-day buses ater is one of our basic needs, but a poorly thought-out university policy fails to acknowledge this. During the last football game, my sister MADELYN TARR and I rode the schoolCONTRIBUTING provided buses to the COLUMNIST stadium. In an attempt to stay hydrated in the Miami sun, my sister brought an unopened water bottle with her. But before boarding the bus, the woman in charge of letting everyone on the bus stopped her to ask her to throw out her water bottle, claiming that absolutely no food or drinks were allowed on the bus. I tried explaining that my sister wasn’t going to drink the water until she arrived at the game, but ultimately she had to discard her water bottle. Although the rule is designed to keep students from bringing alcoholic beverages and messy foods on board, it seems to go overboard by preventing someone from bringing water. Even Sun Life Stadium, with its tightened security, allows water bottles to be brought inside. This misguided rule helps to keep visible food and drinks off the bus; however, because the bus attendants do not check students’ bags,
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I have seen students bring alcohol, snacks and water bottles on board unhindered. An email I received from University of Miami athletics before the Florida game reminded students to “drink plenty of water,” a suggestion that should apply to all games. But if the school won’t let students bring water to the games, their only options are using the sparse water fountains at the stadium (which, in my experience, almost never work) or paying $4 for a bottle of water. Since neither of those two options is particularly appealing, many students will choose to go without any form of hydration during the game. This lack of fluids, especially when magnified by the heat, causes dehydration, and has even led to students fainting during the games or suffering other dangerous health problems. In order for students to heed the university’s advice and drink plenty of water, they need to have access to plenty of water. The easiest way to accomplish that goal is to allow students to bring water bottles on the buses to the game. The “no food or drink” rule can stand as it is, but water should be excluded from the ban. It’s either that, or lower the price of a water bottle to something more student-friendly. Madelyn Tarr is a junior majoring in international studies and Spanish.
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I stand with Nevin Shapiro ntrepreneur. Philanthropist. Perfect angel. Friend. These are the words that come to our minds when we think of our one and only Nevin Shapiro, the U’s ADRIAN ALONSO kind benefactor and CONTRIBUTING hero to us all. How COLUMNIST can one person be so selfless as to devote his own life to nothing but giving? Giving his time. Giving his sweat. Giving his money. Giving so much and with such dedication that we don’t know where we’d be without him. What are parents willing to give their children? Everything in their power. If your children needed thousands in cash, would you tell them no? If your son had a rough week, would you make everything worse by denying him prostitutes? And if your daughter needed an abortion, would you hold out? The answer is no. You wouldn’t because you are a responsible parent and you love your children as much as they love themselves, which is way too much. Shapiro wasn’t in it for the money. He
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wasn’t even in it for any love of sports. He did it for us. For all of us. Shapiro is a kind soul. He is a capitalist and a lover of people. He wanted what’s best for our athletes, and that’s a yacht to have crazy sex parties on. And how did we repay this generosity? We didn’t. “Once the players turned pro, they turned their back on me. It made me feel like a used friend,” the great Shapiro once said, probably sobbing at the pain of this betrayal. Is this who we are? Is this the Hurricane way? Maybe the NCAA is right. Maybe our athletics department doesn’t deserve the privileges we once enjoyed until we learn how to treat our closest allies with respect. Shame on us. Shame on the University of Miami. However, I still hold hope that the next time a beautiful martyr such as Shapiro donates millions of dollars acquired through a Ponzi scheme they put their heart and soul into, we here at UM will have the dignity to treat them with the gratitude they deserve. Thank you, Nevin. Thank you. May we forever sing your praises. Adrian Alonso is a sophomore majoring in creative writing. Oct. 24 - Oct. 27, 2013
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Nevin Shapiro turns his back BY MARGAUX HERRERA EDGE EDITOR BY SPENCER DANDES SPORTS EDITOR
It’s time to put this matter to bed once and for all, because Miami can finally rest easy. The NCAA handed out sanctions and a 102-page official report Tuesday, bringing its nearly three-year investigation into the UM athletic department to a close. The university will not appeal any of the new punishments, which include scholarship reductions and a probation period. President Donna E. Shalala said she made the decision to accept the sanctions, putting a long-awaited end to the disruptive, tedious investigation. She also ended speculation that the University of Miami might file suit against the NCAA. The Committee on Infractions said it “acknowledges and accepts the extensive and significant self-imposed penalties” that Miami has carried out during the last two football seasons. Britton Banowsky, chair of the Committee on Infractions, said in a Tuesday morning teleconference that the university recognized “the need to respond internally.” “It was a big deal, a very big deal,” Banowsky said of the self-imposed sanctions. “Especially because the ACC title game could have led to a BCS bowl [in 2012]. The committee appreciated those decisions and it is reflected in our report.” Shalala highlighted the fact that Miami beefed up its compliance staff to more closely monitor student-athletes and coaches.
“The important thing is as a college president you can never be satisfied,” Shalala told The Miami Hurricane by phone. “Our compliance measures need to keep getting better.” Athletic Director Blake James echoed those sentiments. “We need to continue to have a lot of outreach to students, fans and people in the community,” he said. “We’ve stepped up and done a lot more, and it feels good moving forward without this cloud of uncertainty over us.” James took over for acting AD Tony Hernandez in mid-February, accepting the challenge of anchoring the Hurricanes through the rest of the NCAA probe. “I knew what I was getting into,” James said. “I was willing to inherit it because this is the place I want to be. Credit President Shalala for setting the standard in how to conduct yourself as a university during an investigation.” Shalala, whose foresight and leadership commanded respect from the committee, also praised coaches Jim Larranaga and Al Golden for their “integrity and dedication” during the investigation, and for standing by the athletic department even though the allegations against Miami occurred before they came to Coral Gables. The NCAA’s release assures that the Hurricanes, now 6-0 in football and ranked No. 7 in the nation, will play in a bowl game after sitting out two postseasons. However, the NCAA cut three scholarships annually from the football team for the next three years, plus one scholarship per year for the men’s basketball team.
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The Buckeyes curiously avoided the lack of institutional control label, instead earning a “failure to monitor” charge in 2011. Players at Ohio State traded memorabilia for tattoos and cash, and took money from boosters at a charity event.
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Miami is officially on probation until Oct. 21, 2016. Additional penalties were issued to former men’s basketball coach Frank Haith, along with several past assistants. Haith, now at Missouri, is suspend-
ed for five games. Three other former coaches were hit with two-year show cause orders. Essentially, that means any school that hires one of those coaches in the next two years will have to justify its decision to the NCAA. The Committee on Infractions, much maligned for the sheer length of its investigation and proven unethical conduct along the way, pointed to the huge amount of evidence and testimony it had to review to explain the delay. “The volume of the issues and materials is noteworthy. This case involved numerous, serious violations of NCAA bylaws, many of which were not disputed,” read Tuesday’s release. “It involved 18 allegations with 79 subparts and 118 interviews of 81 individuals. The written record included 15 binders of documents, totaling thousands of pages.” Miami met with the NCAA June 13 and 14 for its hearing. The verdict was initially expected within six to eight weeks of that date. Eighteen weeks later – or, more importantly, three years later – here we are. The weight is off Miami’s shoulders at last.
Several recruits and players received cash and other gifts after an institutional control charge in 2012. Central Florida is serving a four-year probation and two-year bowl ban. The Knights also face reduced scholarships and recruiting restrictions.
Penn State administrators and top officials mishandled and failed to report the child sex abuse case involving Jerry Sandusky, who is now serving a 30- to 60-year prison sentence. The school was handed crippling sanctions in the wake of the investigation.
Nevin Shapiro was a diehard Hurricane and devoted athletics booster before he turned his back and instigated one of the most salacious college sports investigations in recent memory. Shapiro came to the University of Miami as a donor in 2001, and began dishing out cash, gifts and other luxuries to Miami athletes shortly after. NCAA compliance rules are strict about what student-athletes can and cannot do. Aside from their signed scholarships, for instance, they may not take any kind of payment or gifts from anyone related to their school. According to reports, Shapiro said that he doled out money and liquor at clubs, hired prostitutes for football players, and
threw parties on his yacht for dozens of Hurricanes between 2002 and 2010. Shapiro, 44, was arrested in 2008 for running a $930 million Ponzi scheme that centered around a phony grocery service and was unrelated to UM athletics. He was sentenced to 20 years in prison. Shapiro stole the show with a 100-hour, in-jail interview with Yahoo! Sports – published in August 2011 – that implicated 72 former players and coaches who allegedly benefitted from his open wallet and deep pockets. He told Yahoo’s Charles Robinson that he turned on the university because he thought he had formed “legitimate friendships” with players, many of whom Shapiro reached out to for help after his arrest, which he said he never received. Shapiro was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., but moved to Miami when he was young. He gradu-
ated from Miami Beach High and then attended the University of South Florida, but did not get his degree. Shapiro’s SHAPIRO past has been riddled with bizarre, sometimes violent outbursts. In 1995, he pled guilty to punching a nightclub owner and served an 18-month probation. In the Yahoo article, Shapiro alleged that he provided players everything from Miami Heat tickets to televisions to a suite party with prostitutes at the Mercury Hotel on South Beach. A September 2008 charge on Shapiro’s American Express Platinum account became a symbol of his wrongdoing: There was a $1,600 VIP bar tab at Cameo nightclub after Miami’s home loss to Florida State that season.
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“The University of Miami moves forward today stronger and rededicated to the high ideals that have always sustained it. I am proud of our leadership and staff, who conducted themselves throughout this process with integrity, forthrightness, and in the spirit of full cooperation.” LEONARD ABESS UM BOARD OF TRUSTEES CHAIR
“I am a big believer that success is based on attitude. We continually remind our players that life is 10 percent what happens to you, and 90 percent how you react to it. We will continue to approach our work with a positive attitude as we march towards being the best we can be. I am grateful to our administration and counsel for leading us through this difficult journey.”
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JIM LARRANAGA MEN’S BASKETBALL COACH
“I want to sincerely thank our student-athletes and their families who, not only stood with the University of Miami during this unprecedented challenge, but subsequently volunteered for the mission. They shouldered the burden, exhibited class and exemplified perseverance for Hurricanes everywhere.” Oct. 24 - Oct. 27, 2013
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This time of year, unusual things seem to be taking place as students, both male and female, don their leather corsets and platform shoes. QuantUM Entertainment, a branch of Hurricane Productions, is kicking off the Halloween season with three nights of the “Rocky Horror Picture Show,” which runs Thursday through Saturday. Since its start more than a decade ago, QuantUM has produced “Rocky Horror” every fall semester. The show follows a newly married couple one evening as a flat tire late leads them to stumble upon a bizarre castle filled with kooky characters celebrating Transylvania. “Rocky Horror” is traditionally a shadow cast, so the show is acted out in sync with the movie playing in the background. Known for its cult following and audience participation, “Rocky Horror” brings flocks of students dressed in costumes of fishnet stockings and lingerie. Each performance is complete with a “virgin sacrifice,” those who haven’t seen “Rocky Horror” live, and contests, which includes kissing strangers and gyrating, that aren’t for the faint of heart. “Seeing ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ is something everyone has to do at some point in their life,” senior Karly Spillane said. “It’s an experience unlike any other.” This semester, QuantUM is producing two musicals with controversial histories – “Rocky Horror Picture Show” and “Spring Awakening,” which follows the lives of 19th century German students as they celebrate youth, selfdiscovery and coming of age. Unlike the more lavish productions at the Ring Theatre, every aspect of the QuantUM shows, from directing and acting to lighting and set design, comes from students. This ability to pick their own shows and execute them without outside interference gives QuantUM the freedom to think outside the box. “We’re unique among schools because we’re our own theater organization that’s completely student-run,” said senior Magdalene Dupree, the QuantUM chair who became involved at the end of her freshman year and is now directing “Rocky Horror. Unlike some theater organizations, QuantUM caters to those who are not majoring in acting or fine arts. The directors, cast and production crew of each show are usually students who don’t aspire to make a living off the art. “I love that I get to see shows put on by non-theater majors because this isn’t a job for 10
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MONICA HERNDON // PHOTO EDITOR TAKE THE STAGE: Sophomores Veronica O’Brien, as Frank, and Dani Cox, as Rocky, rehearse for “Rocky Horror” on Oct. 1 in the UC ballrooms, while stage manager Megan Stephan and Diego Patrimonio, who plays Riff Raff, look on. “Rocky Horror” premieres Thursday.
them,” Spillane said. “They’re doing something they really, truly enjoy, and you can see that coming through on stage.” Hopeful actors go through up to three rounds of auditions to be cast in QuantUM’s productions for the semester. The first is a general acting audition with improvisation exercises for anyone looking to join UProv, the University of Miami’s improv troupe. While all students auditioning are encouraged to attend the first round, it is not required in order to audition for the shows. Over the period of a few days, two rounds of auditions are held for all shows occurring that semester. Auditions include dancing and singing as well as reading a monologue. Some students may also be asked to read lines from specific characters in the show. In order to choose what plays to produce, QuantUM accepts show proposals at the end of Oct. 24 - Oct. 27, 2013
each semester from students interested in directing. The QuantUM board interviews each applicant and votes on programs for the year. “The best part of QuantUM is that we start with an idea or inspiration, and we get to see it come to life after months of hard work,” Dupree said. Aside from producing shows, QuantUM is also a social organization for anyone looking to learn about different aspects of theater or meet people who share a passion for the arts. “I’ve met so many people I wouldn’t have otherwise met,” said Lauren Coghlan, who works on set design. “We all come together because we love doing this.” Applications for spring 2014 show proposals are due Nov. 30.
ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW WHERE: Cosford Cinema WHEN: Thursday to Saturday SPRING AWAKENING WHERE: SAC Ballrooms WHEN: Nov. 14-17 For more information, visit hurricaneproductions.org/quantum or email Magdalene Dupree at m.dupree@umiami.edu. All shows are free for UM students.
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Frost School violinist reunites with childhood idol BY JESS SWANSON CONTRIBUTING EDGE WRITER
Joshua Bell is an award-winning, world-renowned violinist who visited the University of Miami’s Gusman Concert Hall to perform at the annual Festival Miami showcase on Oct. 4. While most students were excited to be seated in the same auditorium as the bona fide musician, for freshman Elijah Kirkland-Andrews, the evening was a heartwarming reunion. When Andrews was 5 years old, he played the violin for Bell at Montclair State University in New Jersey. “I took lessons there, and somehow my teacher I think knew [Bell],” Andrews remembered. “I only played ‘Twinkle,
Twinkle Little Star,’ because it was the only thing I could play at that point.” Andrews believes it was either his teacher or mother who took the photo of Bell hugging the 5-year-old Andrews. Both were grinning. “It was in 2000, and I don’t even remember if he played anything,” Andrews said. “I vaguely remember taking the photo, but I do remember putting on that silver clip tie because it was the first time I ever wore a tie.” Over the next 13 years, Andrews continued taking violin lessons. After all, Bell began taking lessons when he was 5 too. “I never wanted to be a violinist,” Andrews said. “I wanted to be an astro-
naut, I had a phase when I wanted to be a stock broker, and then I wanted to be a basketball player. But really I didn’t take anything else seriously.” After attending a music camp the summer before his sophomore year of high school, Andrews began pursuing the string instrument more intently. He placed the crinkled photo of himself and Bell in his violin case for luck and inspiration. In high school, Andrews was Georgia’s all-state best player in chorus and orchestra. He played at Emory University’s youth orchestra with jazz and classical tunes as his focus.
Last spring, Andrews was accepted to the Frost School of Music. And 13 years later at the Festival Miami showcase, Andrews, now 18, arranged to see Bell. He showed his violin idol the photo, who laughed and recalled the evening. “We only talked for two minutes about the picture,” Andrews said. “But he was shocked. It’s a small world.” That night, Bell and Andrews took another photo that mimics the first. Bell embraced Andrews who was almost two feet taller than the one in 2000. But like the original, both Bell and Andrews are smiling.
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Treating yourself to tricks at Halloween Horror Nights BY NICKY DIAZ MANAGING EDITOR
If you’re a fan of horror movies, it’s time to give up the treats and start experiencing the tricks. Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) is in its 23rd year, and features a different spooky theme each fall. This season’s theme is “What Evil Has Taken Root?” featuring eight haunted houses inspired by video games, films and TV shows like “Resident Evil,” “The Walking Dead” and “Cabin in the Woods.” The event runs until Nov. 2. Each house is detailed to perfection. The route through the “Cabin in the Woods” haunted house leads you through a forest before entering the cabin where the frights begin. The “American Werewolf in London” has gruesome transformation scenes straight from the cult classic. But the scares don’t end when you exit the houses. “Walking Dead” themed scare zones are scattered around the park, and actors in zombie makeup roam around, scaring unsuspecting visitors. Frequent HHN visitors are veterans purchasing tickets, finding lodging and exploring the entire park in one night But for beginners who want to make the most out of a frightful night, here are some tips on how to enjoy your Hal-
loween adventure while staying on a budget.
WHAT TICKETS TO PURCHASE Tickets will probably be the largest expense of your trip, but the sticker shock will be worth it. General admission for a single night costs $91.99; Florida residents get a discount, ranging from $42.99 to $69.99. Be sure to avoid busy Friday and Saturday nights and go on a less crowded Thursday or Sunday night. But if you really want to enjoy your experience spend a bit extra (varying depending on the day you visit) and buy the HHN Express Pass. This pass guarantees that you’ll be able to experience every haunted house and still have time left for rides. The lines are sometimes longer than two hours and wasting that much time standing around means that there is no way to visit all the house. Plus, no house is scary enough to make the two hours wait worth it.
WHERE TO STAY Don’t feel the pressure to stay at a Disney or Universal resort when you visit Orlando to attend HHN. The overpriced rooms are an unnecessary burden on your credit card. Instead, check out off-site hotels like the ones near the Orlando Convention Center. You’ll be just as comfort-
able for the night at a Comfort Inn or Quality Inn. The hotels can be as cheap as $50 for the night. Another word of advice: Don’t stay longer than a night. There’s no need to stay more than one night if you’re just attending HHN. If you want to visit some of the other theme parks in Orlando, then it’s best to stay longer than 24 hours – unless you want to look as exhausted as some of the zombies roaming Universal.
HOW TO MANAGE YOUR TIME Once you’ve made it to Orlando, there are a few ways to manage your time effectively. Make sure you get to the park once it’s sundown; any earlier, and it isn’t as scary since it’s not dark. Any later, you won’t have enough time to go on all the rides or visit each haunted house without rushing. Remember to eat something before going into the park or pack snacks and drinks. It’s worth breaking the bank for the tickets, but not for the over-priced theme park food. Grab something to eat at CityWalk; it’s right outside the park, and you have to walk through it anyway to get to Universal’s entrance. HHN is worth the price. Once you’re too old for trick-or-treating, you have to find another activity to celebrate the season. HHN is just the fix.
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Katy Perry presents new side in ‘Prism’ BY STEPHANIE PARRA EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Pop princess Katy Perry has made her way back to the spotlight. She has managed to let the light shine through her talent, as made obvious by the release of her latest album, “Prism.” At the age of 28, Perry has demonstrated that she’s just like a classic, backless little black dress – business in the front, party in the back. Perry’s album tackles breakups, and simultaneously talks about bubbly newfound loves. She discusses her independence, and how losing love helped her find the one person she should love most – herself. Her songs are as varied as the colors of a prism, which explains her choice of album name. While “Teenage Dream” – the album Perry launched at the age of 25 – captured her chirpy innocence and colorfully sweet stage personality, “Prism” is able to echo the mood of the pop princess Perry. “Teenage Dream” had five No. 1 singles that landed on Billboard’s Hot 100 list. Though “Prism” hit stands Tuesday, the album is sure going to make a “Roar.” Just by the sounds of it, it’s certain that this album will become more popular than the “complete confection” collection that was Perry’s “Teenage Dream.” The catchy tunes are all relatable to a large audience, especially because Perry does such a great job presenting the themes of lost loves, new loves and independence. With 16 tracks, there’s certainly several sounds that’ll catch your ear. Here’s a list of five tunes that any “Katy Kat” is sure to treasure.
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DJ Mia Moretti, who remixed Perry’s “Teenage Dream” track, “Peacock,” is rumored to be the muse for this track. The trendy tune has a Daft Punk-like breakdown toward the end of the song, making it beyond likable for any pop music lovers.
Perry recently performed this song on “SNL” quite flawlessly. The song, reminiscent of an ‘80s top track, transports listeners to a time of side ponytails, neon skirts and lace socks. It’s a fun jam and fits quite nicely on the album.
‘THIS IS HOW WE DO’ This youthful anthem is Perry’s own pop version of the Game’s tune by the same name. It’s almost like part deux of “Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.).” This track is fun, vibrant and reminiscent of Katy’s candy-like personality.
‘LOVE ME’ Perry reportedly worked on half of the album while in Stockholm, where she created this track. The electro-pop track was produced by Bloodshy, the same producer who worked with Britney Spears to produce “Toxic.” The song is all about falling in love with yourself, especially after losing the person you loved most because of a bad breakup. Definitely a step up from “Roar.”
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‘DARK HORSE’ This track is unlike anything recently released in the pop world. The tune resembles a rap song, except it has class. Though Juicy J’s cameo in the track is not reflective of his best work, it gives the song depth and a bit of street cred. He echoes Perry’s statements and reinforces her sentiments.
‘PRISM’ KATY PERRY RELEASE DATE: Tuesday LABEL: Capitol Records
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sacks for the Hurricanes defense through six games, while Miami totaled just 13 quarterback sacks all last season.
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MONICA HERNDON // PHOTO EDITOR EARLY DEPARTURE: Senior Stephen Morris (17) walks off the field after Miami’s 45-30 win over Georgia Tech on Oct. 5, with Sun Life Stadium nearly empty behind him. The athletics department will air a video encouraging students to stay put and keep their energy up the entire game at Saturday’s noon game as the Canes face Wake Forest.
Free of uncertainty, Canes host Wake Forest Saturday Miami asks students to stay put until end BY KRISTEN SPILLANE STAFF WRITER
The moment of truth came and went. After nearly three years of investigation and deliberation, the Hurricanes are free to resume their pursuit of a championship as no further bowl bans were imposed on the program. The University of Miami football team will relinquish nine scholarships over a threeyear period while the men’s basketball team will surrender one scholarship per year for the duration of the established probation period. It is effective now through Oct. 21, 2016. Throughout the whole saga, the program
and the university have maintained indomitable support from the Canes family. And Saturday’s home game should be no exception. The No. 7 Hurricanes (6-0, 2-0 ACC) host the Wake Forest Demon Deacons (4-3, 2-2 ACC) for a noon kickoff at Sun Life Stadium. Miami’s athletic marketing staff has prepared a video to air during the game asking students to stay until the end of the game. The Canes sometimes fall victim to a chronic Miami fan issue: Leaving early. Miami seeks to reverse that trend despite hot weather, heavy traffic and long commutes. “Students have an enormous impact on the game, and if we can keep that same energy to the very end, that would be great,” UM athletic director Blake James said.
“That said, we have a tremendous student response already, so credit them for even being there,” James continued, noting that Sun Life Stadium’s distance from campus could be a barrier to some. “A lot of schools would kill for the student turnout we have, percentage wise.” The BCS rankings released this past Sunday reflect Miami’s highest ranking since 2005. With much attention already looking ahead to next weekend’s ACC showdown in Tallahassee, the Canes remain focused on Wake Forest. “We take it one game at a time, we don’t really worry about who’s behind the team we’re going to play,” sophomore running back Duke Johnson said. “You can’t worry about who you are playing next. That’s how good Oct. 24 - Oct. 27, 2013
teams lose. Wake Forest is not a team that you can overlook by any chance, just because we’re going against Florida State next week.” Nikita Whitlock, a versatile Wake Forest nose tackle, will be one obstacle on Saturday. “How can I say this … [Whitlock] can make or break the game by himself, he’s that type of a player,” Johnson said. “He can get around guards, he can penetrate the offensive line so that the quarterback has to throw the ball fast and get it out of his hands. He’s got his guys around him to help him out, make big plays, so he doesn’t have to do it all by himself. They’re a complete team.” Miami, coming off a road win last week at North Carolina, will rely on the passing game of senior Stephen Morris, one of six FBS quarterbacks averaging more than 16 yards per completion this season. THE MIAMI HURRICANE
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V, DEAR V
I don’t know what I am going to dress up as for Halloween. I went to the costume shop near Sunset Place and couldn’t decide what slutty persona to take on. Playboy bunny, hot pumpkin, firefighter with excellent pole-sliding skills or Miley Cyrus (VMA version, of course). What should I be to impress all of the sexy police officers, doctors and cavemen? Be honest with me. I have a great body and don’t want to hide it on the one day I can be a complete and utter slut. Can’t Be Tamed
Help me dress like a slut ...
Dear Karen Smith, Put your clothes back on. I don’t care how great your body is, you are no Anna Nicole Smith circa 2001. Have some respect for your parents and practice some selfpreservation. I’m the first one to advocate wild behavior and relatively loose morals, but just because Halloween is the one night a year when a girl can dress like a total slut and no other girls can say anything about it, doesn’t mean it’s a free for all. While I agree that the culture in this town is gearing more towards having to hang it all out there in order to attract male attention, I maintain that men can smell the desperate on you. And you’ll definitely reek of Hoe No. 5 if you try to pull off any of these costumes.
You’re clearly a decent person if you’re second-guessing your outfit choices. If you want my legitimate opinion, dress up in something that’s both sexy and classy … like Jessica Rabbit or Marilyn Monroe. Elegance is key, and a form-fitting red dress does wonders for your love life – especially if you have a body like the one you claim to have. If I hear of a girl in leopard print lingerie with animal ears dancing on a bar in Brickell, I’ll know who they’re talking about ... Don’t let that girl be you. You should get closer to Jesus or something. V
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Football vs. Wake Forest and Senior Walk Friday, October 26 • 12 p.m. • Student Life Stadium
Hey ‘Canes fans! Make sure you come out on Saturday to watch your #7 Miami Hurricanes stomp Wake Forest! And a quick reminder to all you seniors out there—this Saturday is the annual Senior Walk. Check-in by 10:30 a.m. inside Gate B to participate. All participants will receive a commemorative t-shirt. This is one tradition you do not want to miss!
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‘Canes Calendar miami.edu/calendar Thursday, October 24 Patio Jams ft. Micah
12:15 p.m. • SCC Patio Start a new Thursday afternoon tradition with HP’s Patio Jams! Take a break from classes, bring your lunch, and enjoy the live band!
NCAAW 2013 “Wake Me Up” by Avicii
12 p.m. • UC Rock Alcohol and other drug use can spiral out of control until it’s “the piece of me I wish I didn’t need.” Learn about the resources on campus with PIER 21 and C.O.P.E. and enjoy some great food and giveaways.
U.S. Navy Information Session
4 p.m. •Toppel Conference Room Join Naval Aviation for an information session to learn about the vast opportunities in Naval Aviation and informally meet Navy Pilots to learn about the aviation culture, work life, and the various job opportunities.
Student Success Series: Building Connections for Your Future Success
will be present. Light refreshments will be served.
NCAAW 2013 “Safe and Sound” by Capital Cities
First Investors Trivia Information Session
5 p.m. •Toppel & Rathskeller Join First Investors for a twist on the Information Session! We are playing trivia! Test your knowledge of First Investors, University of Miami. Then join us at the Rathskeller for more networking. Don’t forget to RSVP at www.HireACane.com!
Butler Center Bites
6:30 p.m. • Eaton Residential College, 108 Join the Butler Center for some evening snacks while learning ways to enhance your undergraduate experience by getting involved in the Miami community. A Butler Center representative will be
12 p.m. • DOSO 21-E PIER 21 wants to know that “you’ll still be standing next to me” at graduation. Visit services, feast on Cupcakes and snag the giveaways you missed earlier in the week.
COSO/SAFAC Week Presents: Rumble on the Green
2:30 p.m. • Foote Green Come out and see student organizations compete with one another in Game of Thrones themed outdoor activities. The winning organization will take home a $150 prize!
Cosford Cinema Presents: MOTHER OF GEORGE 6:45 p.m. • Cosford Cinema
The Rocky Horror Picture Show & Pre-Show
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
11:59 p.m. • Cosford Cinema QuantUM Entertainment and Cinematic Arts Commission present The Rocky Horror Picture Show with Live Shadow Cast!
5 p.m. • Mahoney Master’s Apt. Meet and hear advice from UM alumni who have used their UM education and experiences to reach their professional goals. Representatives from marketing,
Friday, October 25
Friday, October 25 & Saturday, October 26 11:59 p.m. • Cosford Cinema QuantUM Entertainment and Cinematic Arts Commission Present The Rocky Horror Picture Show with Live Shadow Cast!
include body painting, CAC-tails, photos, & UProv begin at 10pm. Come in costume and let’s do the Time Warp!
Wednesday, October 30 • 6 p.m. • SAC Patio Join Homecoming Executive Committee and ODK as we ring in Homecoming 2013. Opening ceremonies on the SAC Patio are followed by the preliminary round of the Alma Mater singing competition in the Rathskeller. Come cheer on your favorite organization and be a part of the Homecoming spirit!
Cosford Cinema Presents: MOTHER OF GEORGE
3:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. • Cosford Cinema
Cosford Cinema Presents: CHINESE TAKE-AWAY 5:30 p.m. • Cosford Cinema
CAC Presents: Despicable Me 2
9:30 p.m. • Cosford Cinema Now that Gru has forsaken a life of crime to raise Margo, Agnes and Edith, he’s his new family. As he struggles with his responsibilities as a father, Gru is approached by the Anti-Villain League to capture the mysterious culprit who just stole an experimental serum with the strength to transform harmless animals into ravenous monsters. Together with the eccentric AVL agent Lucy Wilde, Gru must discover the culprit and save the world, all while trying to take care of his girls! Starring Steve Carrell, Kristen Wiig, and Russell Brand. Attendees will be given priority seating to Rocky Horror which immediately follows the showing!
Sunday, October 27 Cosford Cinema Presents: MOTHER OF GEORGE 5 p.m. • Cosford Cinema
Halloween Bridge Bash
Thursday, October 31 • 8 p.m. • Hecht Stanford Bridge Join PIER 21 and Housing & Residential Life for Halloween fun on the Hecht Stanford Bridge! Come dressed in costume and participate in your favorite halloween and fall activities.
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Oct. 24 - Oct. 27, 2013
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Homecoming Opening Ceremonies & Alma Mater Prelims
11pm. Come in costume and let’s do the Time Warp!
Saturday, October 26