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Northgate had a long history,, from churches to butchers to shop owners, before becoming the premiere entertainment district of College Station.

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he evolution of Northgate is a tale of stark transformation, a story of stories. What now presides as College Station’s hub of social interaction and entertainment wasn’t so in its beginning, transforming as fluidly and radically as the University it serves.

Before it became the premiere entertainment district of Brazos Valley, Northgate was widely considered College Station’s downtown area. Royce Hickman, Class of 1964 and president of Bryan-College Station Chamber of

Commerce, recalled the days when Northgate was more of a shopping center than entertainment district. “I remember Northgate back when it was a little strip of stores,� Hickman said. “My grandmother managed an apartment building

for 45 years that is now Fitzwilly’s.� In addition to Fitzwilly’s, a number of other buildings used to serve vastly different purposes on Northgate. For example, Loupot’s present-day location — now known as Traditions Bookstore — was a drugstore with a pool hall located above it. Loupot’s was previously located at the Dixie Chicken’s current location. The Dry Bean Saloon was formerly a dry cleaning service where cadets would get their uniforms cleaned, the Corner Bar

& Grill used to be a photography shop, and Texas Aggieland Bookstore was Charlie’s Food Store. Most notably, the main street that connects most of Northgate is known as Church Avenue, a name some find ironic because of the area’s reputation. But, that street has its name for a reason. The area occupied by the Northgate apartment complex The Tradition was a Presbyterian church, and many of See Northgate on page 4

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The Battalion Members of The Aggie Up Campaign gathered Wednesday in the Memorial Student Center to kick off the fall semester with their Aggie Up Carnival from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sarah Jaks, chair of the Aggie Up Committee, said she sees the carnival’s purpose as twofold. “The carnival is an event to teach students about off-campus issues,� Jaks said, “As well as to provide them with resources to allow them to live well in the community.� The committee is a collaborative campaign between Texas A&M and Bryan-College Station that has existed for more than 10 years. According to the Aggie Up website, the campaign serves to inform students of off-campus issues including code enforcement, safety, environmental concerns and community building. Participants — such as the College Station Fire Department, the College Station and Bryan Police Department, University Police Department, and Off-Student Living — answered students’ questions at

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about what we can do to help them enjoy their college experience, so that it’s not an ‘us versus them’ mentality,� Lively said. “We are all here to make this the best place it can be.� Patricia Logan, police assistant

Special to The Battalion Guitarist, singer and songwriter Tony MelĂŠndez’s story is one of overcoming an obstacle by learning to play the guitar with his feet. He is known around the world and continues to inspire the people he encounters. The Latin Economic and Business Association at Texas A&M will be presenting the music prodigy as one of their annual guest speakers and performers Thursday at 7 p.m. in the Rudder Theater Complex. LEBA is an association that aims to foster the desire of becoming an entrepreneur among its members by networking, community service and leadership activities. The group is hoping to inspire students through MelĂŠndez’ story. Alberto Sada, senior agricultural economics major and president of LEBA, is in charge of choosing and contacting guest speakers for the organization. “We worked hard and emailed and made lots of phone calls trying to get in touch with [MelĂŠndez]. He met his wife in College

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Students meet and greet College Station police officers as part of Aggie Up, a carnival for students to learn about off-campus issues, Wednesday afternoon in the MSC. booths set up in the 12th Man Hall. Sgt. Calder Lively of the Uniform Patrol Division of CSPD said he hopes students are aware of the resources that are there to help them. “The motivation behind this [committee] is to educate students

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PARIS — France stepped up security Wednesday at its embassies across the Muslim world after a French satirical weekly revived a formula that it has already used to capture attention: publishing crude, lewd caricatures of Islam’s Prophet Muhammad. Wednesday’s issue of the provocative satirical weekly, Charlie Hebdo, whose ofďŹ ces were ďŹ rebombed last year, raised concerns that France could face violent protests like the ones targeting the U.S. over an amateur video produced in California that have left at least 30 people dead. The drawings, some of which depicted Muhammad naked and in demeaning or pornographic poses, were met with a swift rebuke by the French government, which

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Man arrested after online post LOS ANGELES — A 21-year-old man was arrested this week after commenting about a story on ESPN’s website about the cost of Nike shoes named after LeBron James. Authorities claimed Eric Yee said he wouldn’t mind killing children, and that there were unregistered weapons in the Valencia, Calif., house he shares with his parents. Prosecutors initially held Yee on $1 million bail, which was reduced to $100,000 at a hearing. His attorney said Yee was simply trying to give his commentary on shoes that cost $270 and was paraphrasing from the movie “American Psycho.�Arresting Yee and initially imposing the steep bail was a sign of how seriously investigators are taking threats, Los Angeles County sheriff’s Lt. Steve Low said. Associated Press

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Elise Brunsvold The Battalion Since the mid nineteenth and twentieth centuries, freak shows have been a part of western culture. Originally, they were composed of circus spectacles such as the bearded lady and reptile man, introducing us to the exhibition of the abnormal in human existence. Today, we view them in different circumstances, though their popularity and somewhat disconcerting appeal still remain. Modern freak shows have taken on larger audiences and bigger names. Programs such as “Here Comes Honey Boo Boo� and “Toddlers & Tiaras� might not look like the circus spectacles of old, but they still possess the same kind of pull. These shows present us with the strange and shocking, making viewers feel guilty for watching but fascinating all the same.

Though some might deem the behavior displayed on these shows as strange and uncouth, April Plemons, a Ph.D. student and graduate lecturer for the Department of Sociology, said these people are often happy to showcase their abnormalities, usually playing them up for the sake of money and fame. “When you pitch a television show, you put a label on something,� Plemons said. “So when you have this label or stereotype, you build it up and live up to that label.� Plemons said this is exactly what’s occurring on the shows airing on channels such as MTV and TLC. The characters are trying to live up to their hype, often being placed in situations where they can do so. Audiences love it, too. According to Plemons, people find comfort in viewing these extremes. “It’s a way to make ourselves feel better,�

Plemons said. “If we go and look at how crazy these people are, that reaffirms our boundaries and makes us feel better about ourselves.� Though carnivals and live shows were used in the past, Joshua Heuman, an assistant professor for the Department of Communication, said modern freak shows are displayed in a way that society finds more acceptable. “I think one of the really interesting things about those shows is the way that they frame what’s suggested as a freak show within kind of a documentary perspective,� Heuman said. “In a way, it makes our enjoyment in those shows more palatable or manageable.� Hueman said even though freak shows date back to the nineteenth century, the new ways that they’ve been packaged and framed have made them a popular brand in today’s entertainment industry. People love to see what it

would be like to be the characters so exposed on these shows. “Most people are going to watch to feel like they’re a fly on the wall,� Plemons said. “We want to be able to watch and make our own value judgments.� Though these shows also bother many with their “trashy� tendencies and trivial dramas, people also find them comical. “I think they reflect badly on society,� said freshman environmental design major Emily Daigle. “But I also think they can be really funny.� Whether it’s vulgar “rednecks� or toddler pageant queens, the modern freak shows are meant to fascinate and concern, while bringing up moral and societal issues.

Energy fix Coffee can cause detrimental health effects for students Elise Brunsvold The Battalion Managing studies and activities can be difficult, and with the average late night procrastinator, a steaming cup of caffeine is often the key to getting everything done. Though offering temporary energy and focus, coffee can be harmful to leading a healthy lifestyle in college if not consumed in careful moderation. Although coffee comes from natural products and contains caffeine, a stimulant for the central nervous system, drinking it in copious amounts can be detrimental to eating and sleeping patterns. Meghan Windham, Class of 2008 and a dietitian for student health services, said that no student should depend solely on coffee for energy and focus. “You have to be cautious of the negative effects of caffeine,� Windham said. “If you’re drinking five cups a day, you’re going to have more jitters and other similar effects that caffeine has.� Windham said excessive caffeine intake can lead to side effects such as increased heart rate, unusual sleeping patterns and hunger suppression, all negative for students needing functioning brains and bodies for long days at school.

Windham also said excessive caffeine intake can be a product of unhealthy habits, indicating that a student may need to change other aspects of their lifestyle in order to get the energy they need. “If you’re finding yourself using coffee to stay alert all day long then you need to look at sleeping patterns, eating patterns, what kind of foods you’re having and time management,� Windham said. “I think you can stay alert and feel better with a healthy diet, exercise, and good planning.� That’s not to say that caffeine is out of the question. For some students, coffee offers more than energy and mental stimulation. “I usually just drink coffee for the taste,� said sophomore aerospace engineering major Jacob Fitch. “I think most of the energy thing is mental.� According to Windham, one to two cups a day is adequate. Overall, students should eat lots of fruits, vegetables and lean meats to keep energy up. Exercise is also energizing because it increases rather than decreases energy levels. When it does come to drinking coffee, however, Windham said simple is the way to go. “Students should drink coffee more or less black with a little bit of skim milk added into

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Senior mechanical engineering major Chris Moseley studies in the flag room of the MSC while enjoying a cup of coffee. it,� Windham said. “It’s when you start adding more to your coffee that you start to add more calories than it’s worth for the energy you want to gain.� Though drinks such as frappuccinos and lattes are unhealthy, these are the beverages most students crave in study sessions. “Everyone wants the sweet stuff,� said MugWalls barista and senior recreation, parks and

tourism sciences major Courtney Bernhard. “People always order the lattes.� Though the world of school and college life will probably never be rid of coffee addiction, students can work toward lessening the negative effects of their caffeine intake with sleep, healthy food and exercise. Windham said this can lead to a healthier lifestyle and more success than any cup of coffee has to offer.

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The intersection of University Dr. and Houston St. has changed since the beginning of Northgate. Loupot’s has since closed its doors, cars no longer travel north on Houston St., and a new pedestrian walkway connects campus and Northgate.

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College Station’s prominent churches were — and still are — located there. “It was all churches,” said Clifford George, a general manager at The Dixie Chicken. “All the churches were lined up on this street.” Former A&M system regent W.C. Boyett sold lots around the northern side of A&M to Rev. King Vivion of First Methodist Church of Bryan for $1000 each in 1919. At about the same time, the southern portions of the lots were sold to the A&M Masonic Club. When word spread that the northern lots were being sold to churches, several new churches established themselves in the area north of campus, including a Baptist church, Presbyterian church and Catholic church. Next to the churches, the first downtown district was slowly rising. By 1932, a strip of small stores emerged, including a shoemaker and tailor shop, Boyett Butcher Shop, Lipscomb’s Pharmacy and Hollick’s Boots. College Station became an incorporated town in 1938, and the Northgate district began to fit the mold of city center. Cadet Judson E. Loupot established a store at Northgate that would sell books and even provide lunches for the cadets at the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas. Cadets could also take a break and stop by for snacks and refreshments over at Luke’s Campus Grocery or at the soda fountain at Aggieland Pharmacy. Currently standing at the corner of University Drive (formerly Sulfer Springs Road) and Boyett Street, Daisy Duke’s used to be The Campus Theater, which helped solidify the downtown feel of Northgate providing “the most modern movie equipment available” of its time. As time passed, business came and went, leaving the legacy of memories to those who spent their time there. It wasn’t until 1974 that bars began to move into the district, as the opening of A&M for women and nonmilitary students led to Brazos County revoking its dry county status. The Dixie Chicken was the first bar established on Northgate. Dudley’s Draw followed suite in 1977. “Over the years, popularity kind of grew and grew,”

said Jared Mariott, a general manager of the Dixie Chicken. The transition of Northgate from more of an eating area to a bar district is roughly analogous to the changes that Texas A&M went through around that same time period. There is one thing that most former students can agree on about Northgate’s transition over the years, and it is one thing that describes any changes to College Station in general that have taken place in the past 40 years. “It’s been an interesting

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Station so this is a special place to him,” Sada said. Meléndez, a Nicaraguan-American, was born with no arms due to a birth defect. As well as a guitar player, Meléndez is a composer and a singer. “In between songs he is a really good motivational speaker, as well,” Sada said. “It’s like a hybrid talk and concert. He will have his band with him too, so it’s going to be pretty fun.” Meléndez has compiled a long list of achievements over the years. He has traveled

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transition,” Hickman said. Some students said Northgate, as it currently stands, brings life to College Station. “It’s way better now, because it’s a good place to go once you’re done studying and taking tests,” said freshman business administration major Hailey Koch. Koch further compared the changes to Northgate, from shopping strip to barcenter entertainment district. “It would be nicer if it had more shops … the vintage store on Northgate is really cool,” she said.

Thousands of bottle caps lay in Bottlecap Alley inbetween the Dixie Chicken and Dry Bean Saloon. By 1932 a small strip of stores formed including Boyett Butcher Shop, a shoemaker and tailor, Lipscomb’s Pharmacy and Hollicks Bootstore emerged at what is now called Northgate.

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all over the world and made numerous TV appearances on shows such as “The Today Show,” “Good Morning America,” “Geraldo,” “CBS This Morning,” “The Late Show with Arsenio Hall,” “700 Club,” “Robert Schuller” and prime-time network specials. He sang the national anthem at the World Series in 1989, he performed for the pope four times and has made appearances in numerous newspapers and magazine articles around the world. “This guy is a role model,” said Javier Garcia, senior industrial distributions major. “He has gotten really far with the opportunities that life gave him.” Edmundo Rodriguez, a marketing gradu-

ate student, is in charge of publicizing the event for LEBA. “No challenge is too difficult to overcome if you’re really willing to put in enough effort to overcome it,” Rodriguez said. “I am excited to see how well he can play with his feet, but also to see how this type of event can bring people together from different nationalities and cultures. LEBA has put a lot of effort into getting him to visit A&M and I hope students get a lot out of it.” The organization said it’s looking forward to Meléndez’ presentation, as his story highlights the very kind of determination and leadership that LEBA aims to instill in its members. “I think this event is a great inspirational

story for everyone that gets a chance to see him,” Rodriguez said. “Especially considering how he overcame his disability.” It is the group’s goal to reach a variety of students with this program, regardless of major or nationality. “This will be a good opportunity for one reason,” Sada said. “This guy was born armless and is playing with his feet. He has done everything in life with his feet: he drives, plays, eats. It’s very motivational to see someone that has no arms to get so far in his life.” Tickets to see Tony Meléndez can be purchased with a LEBA officer or at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church for $10, or at the door for $15.

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for the CSPD, said the committee’s purpose is to teach students how to be respectful neighbors to permanent residents. “We want to educate them on loud parties,” Logan said. “We know that they’re going to celebrate, but we want to make sure they’ll be able to do it right so they won’t get in trouble or fined.” Raymond Olson, Deputy Fire Marshal for CSFD, explained the largest causes of fires, as well as precautions students should take in the case of a fire. “The biggest thing for students is being careful about things that can cause fires,” Olson said. From candles and stoves to electrical outlets, Olson said it’s important to be aware of the objects that are inside of the home. “Smoking is one of the greatest causes of fires that we see,” Olson said. “But the

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Student Senate gathered to discuss topics ranging from student fees to the selection of a chief justice of the Judicial Court. Chelsea Lu, senior philosophy major, was presented by Student Body President John Claybrook. The senate ultimately voted against the approval of Lu for chief justice. Several bills were discussed, one of which was the Student Opinion on Fees Act, which had originally been discussed during the Sept. 5 meeting, but was passed Wednesday night. The bill aims to allow students to have greater access to involvement in regards to student fees. Barrett House, staff writer

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Texas A&M’s inaugural Southeastern Conference opener against the Florida Gators resulted in a $6.5 million boost in media exposure for the University, according to an A&M press release issued Wednesday. The Aggies’ matchup with the Gators on Sept. 8 was one of the most highly anticipated events in school history, drawing ESPN College GameDay — ESPN’s flagship college football program — among other outlets. A&M’s scheduling of a traditional football power in Florida, alongside the Aggies’ entrance into the nation’s premier athletic conference, set the stage for a profitable marketing opportunity. ESPN’s 2:30 p.m. telecast of the contest was viewed by more than 4.5 million people and was the most watched football game of the day. A&M Athletic Director Eric Hyman described the marketing increase as the tip of the iceberg in exposure generated by the school’s presence in the SEC. “Athletics provides a vehicle to introduce millions of people to Texas A&M, many of whom may not be familiar with this great university,” Hyman said in the press release. “Our move to the SEC has already put Texas A&M on the national stage, and this is only the beginning.” Alongside College Game-

At a glance ◗ The estimated total value of all media exposure accumulated during the A&M-Florida football weekend is $6.5 million.

◗ More than 1,200 new followers were gained on Texas A&M’s official twitter account throughout gameday.

◗ More than 112,000 users engaged with A&M’s official game-related Facebook content on Sept. 8 alone. Day, ESPNU presented a live broadcast of Midnight Yell as a teaser to GameDay, an event attended by more than 40,000 fans. The channel’s shows, RoadTrip and UNITE, also contained A&M segments — generating even more exposure — on Sept. 11 and Sept. 6, respectively. A&M’s social media exposure also increased significantly. The University’s official twitter handle received more than 1,200 new followers as A&M trended nationally from 7:30 a.m. until the conclusion of the game. Additionally, more than 112,000 users interacted with the University’s game-related Facebook content on Sept. 8 alone. Jason Cook, A&M vice president for marketing and communications, also noted the increased exposure gained through A&M’s transition to the SEC. “Texas A&M’s move to the SEC was primarily to raise the national visibility of the University. Our opening football weekend generated a significant amount of national media exposure, which also has significant value from a

financial standpoint,” Cook said. “Our marketing budget simply wouldn’t come close to purchasing the amount of media exposure we received.” Neither the football broadcast itself nor ESPN’s own in-house promotions were included as part of the study. ESPN College GameDay’s commercial showcasing A&M’s Midnight Yell practice, however, was included. Cook indicated in the press release that media exposure analysis will be ongoing, focusing specifically upon the commercial as it continues to air throughout the 2012 college football season. Cook said the inspiration of the study derived from a similar analysis done at South Carolina when Hyman served as the Gamecocks’ athletic director. “Eric Hyman had conducted a similar media analysis while he was at South Carolina, so we had a baseline of what to expect from having GameDay and related media on our campus,” Cook said. “We engaged a third-party media firm in an effort to monetize this exposure.”

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