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june 16, 2011
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A Texas A&M University research initiative that converts agricultural wastes into biofuels and high-quality animal feeds has received a $2.3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy. The three-year grant will provide funding to the biomass research program run by Mark Holtzapple, professor in the Artie McFerrin Department of Chemical Engineering at Texas A&M. The grant, announced by U.S. Secretary of Energy Steven Chu, is part of a larger federal effort to cut foreign oil imports.
What’s next Texas A&M vs. South Carolina at 6 p.m. Sunday at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha, Neb.
On TV: ESPN2
Aggies prepare for top seed SC Sean Lester
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b-cs area Dress code changes The Bryan school unanimously passed a dress code on Monday. Male students are required to be clean-shaven, must tuck their shirt in and wear a belt. Females are required to wear shorts, dresses, and skirts that reach the top of the knee or longer. Hoods, baggy clothing, and excessively tight garments are prohibited. For more information on the complete dress code visit bryanisd.org/ docs/2011_12_ BISD_DressCode. pdf.
Lantern shines Jared Baxter: No moviegoer should let ‘Green Lantern’ escape their sight
nation &world Sunspots to vanish The sun is heading into an unusual and extended hibernation, scientists predict. Around 2020, sunspots may disappear for years, maybe decades. But scientists say it is nothing to worry about. Solar storm activity has little to do with lifegiving light and warmth from the sun. The effects from a calmer sun are mostly good. There’d be fewer disruptions of satellites and power systems. And it might mean a little less increase in global warming. Associated Press
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art universe spanning space drama, part earthbound love story, Green Lantern enters the summer’s onslaught of superhero movies and wills its way to a worthwhile visual wizardry experience; making for a respectable entry into the increasingly crowded comic book genre. This is the story of ace pilot Hal Jordan, a man who has spent his entire life trying overcome fear--to become the unwavering embodiment of courage he was meant to be. From the very start, we are taken into the deepest reaches of space and introduced to the green-clad corps of 3600 officers;each protecting their own sector of the universe and each with their own willpower infused ring of energy. Whatever can be imagined, the ring of a Green Lantern can create. Starring as the titular CGI-costumed hero is Ryan Reynolds, whose witty charm and smiling bravado shine through suitably. This isn’t an iconic, career identifying performance on par with the likes of Robert Downey Jr., but it is surprising for those who haven’t quite
shaken their Van Wilder memories of Reynolds. At his side is the beautiful Gossip Girl Blake Lively as the strong-willed Carol Ferris, fellow pilot and heir apparent to her father’s company. Her story arc is predictable, her reactions are generic, but her smile is irresistible. She’s your above average jet-flying damsel in distress. The go to man for villain roles Mark Strong See Green Lantern on page 2
When, where to see it Beginning at midnight Friday at Cinemark Movies 18 and XD and Aggieland Premiere Cinema 16.
The Battalion It’s been a long time since Texas A&M has made it to the College World Series in Omaha, Neb. Twelve years to be exact. Harry Potter was a baby-faced student filming his big screen debut the same year the Aggie baseball team lost its first two games to get booted out of the tournament, ending their season. As this year’s team enters Sunday’s opening matchup against defending champion South Carolina at 6 p.m., they will be looking for a much different fate, at a different ballpark, trying not to party “Like it’s 1999.” “It’s the greatest feeling in the world, as a coach or as a player, to get to go to Omaha,” head coach Rob Childress said. “It’s like I told our players, it’s something that will bind them together for a lifetime. It’s something you’ll talk about, that the 2011 team got the opportunity to go to Omaha and the memories that you’ll make there.” The series uses two four-team brackets with a double elimination format. Teams play games until the team loses two games and no team can play a team from the other bracket. The winners of the two brackets will meet in a best-of-three series for the championship June 27-29. “I think we match up extremely well as long as we continue to win. That’s the key. You have to try to do your best to stay out of the loser side of things,” Childress said. “You’ve got to be really lucky and really talented if you lose a game up there in See Baseball on page 2
father’s day
Time to give dad your best Sharing something from the heart means more than from pocket book Amber Jaura The Battalion It’s already that time of the year again, among all the other occasions and celebrations in life, now comes the day to honor our dads. To show our gratitude and utmost love, we search for that perfect present to express just how we feel — without breaking the bank. Here are some ways to find the special gift that will make him “ooh” without making you “aahhh.” Before you go wandering aimlessly in department stores, give some thought to using the resources around you. Whatever your dad’s interests might be, keep an eye open for opportunities where you can find something that requires less money, even if it requires more time and effort. Find a special edition of your father’s favorite novel or movie in a used bookstore. Steven Brelsford, senior math major, said his dad’s favorite Father’s Day gift was completely free. “My father is a big collector of memorabilia and he’s a big fan of Aggie sports. In the past, me and my See Father’s Day on page 4
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