thebattalion asks
thebattalion
Q:
What experiences do you have with Reveille?
● thursday,
june 28, 2012
● serving
texas a&m since 1893
● first paper free – additional copies $1 ● © 2012 student media
Daylon Koster is in Class Councils with me. Occasionally he brought Reveille to meetings. She would walk around the room and people would pet her. Ever since I was little, I dreamed of being her handler even though I’m not in the Corps. Paul Smith, sophomore general studies major
You always see her at the right moment. I remember I had a really tough final and I saw her as I came out of it and I just got a good feeling.” Laura Chapman, sophomore telecommunications media studies major
FILE PHOTO
Reveille attends every home football game and leads the Corps of Cadets during step off.
12th Man’s best friend Five-diamond cadet general, A&M’s First Lady ‘and she knows it’ Jennifer DuBose The Battalion
The first time I saw her, I was coming back from my first Midnight Yell. She was on the Quad and my friends and I took pictures with her.” Devin Powers, junior accounting major
S
he’s six years old, the highestranking member of the Corps of Cadets and the First Lady of Texas A&M University. Reveille VIII, A&M’s official mascot, is not just a dog, but a tradition. In 1931, a group of cadets were driving to College Station from Navasota, and accidentally hit a black and white stray mutt. Eager to care for the dog, the cadets brought her back to their dorm, even though
pets were not — and are still not — allowed inside. The next morning, when a bugler played “Reveille,” she started barking and so was named after the morning wake up call. The following football season, Reveille I led the band onto the field during its half-time performance and was dubbed A&M’s official mascot. When Reveille I died in 1944, she was given a formal military funeral and then buried at the north entrance of Kyle Field, where all Reveilles are buried, facing the scoreboard so that she may always watch the Aggies outscore their opponent. To date, there have been eight Reveilles with the second one being a Shetland Sheepdog and the rest, purebred American collies. Reveille is taken care of by Company E-2 of the
Corps of Cadets and lives with a sophomore Mascot Corporal and Assistant Mascot Corporal throughout the school year. “During the school year, we often wake up around 6:00 a.m. and she eats, gets brushed and attends morning formation,” said Daylon Koster, sophomore ag leadership major and current Mascot Corporal. “We march into ‘Chow’ and after that we are off to class. Rev usually falls asleep since she is going on her fifth year at A&M. We often joke that she is getting her Dog-terate.” Ryan Crawford, a junior political science major and former Mascot Corporal, said Reveille VIII fits See Reveille on page 3
northgate
campus
Construction to build pedestrian friendly roads
A&M to acquire law school for $20 million
Allison Linder The Battalion Northgate is a district located just north of Texas A&M University that is known for its combination of businesses, residences, churches and student nightlife. In total, the district spans approximately 145 acres, bounded by Wellborn Road to the west, South College Avenue to the east, the College Station city limits to the north and University Drive to the south. With the constant influx of students each year, construction is an ongoing process necessary to keep the city of College Station, as well as the University, up to date and thriving. However,
current construction on University Drive and College Main Drive is making access to one of the most vibrant parts of the city more difficult. “The FM 60 Northgate Project is primarily a pedestrian improvement project,” said Bobby Colwell, public information officer for the Texas Department of Transportation, TxDOT. “Coordination between TxDOT, City of College Station and Texas A&M enabled the Houston St/College Main corridor to become a pedestrian Courtney Laine — THE BATTALION mall thereby removing vehicular traffic at the University Drive Construction on University Drive closed the right-hand lane, leaving two lanes for See Northgate on page 5 drivers.
Quick facts
Joanna Raines The Battalion Texas A&M University is beginning a new venture in the world of academia: law school. After at least 40 years of contemplation, the University is making a move to purchase a law program in partnership with Texas Wesleyan University. Texas A&M has proposed to purchase the school for $20 million or more. “Last October, Texas A&M System Chancellor John Sharp approached me about a unique strategic partnership,” Texas Wesleyan President Frederick G. Slabach said. “After months of careful consideration, we both consider this to be a mutually beneficial collaboration with limitless possibilities.” See Law on page 4
◗ In Forth Worth ◗ A&M System Board of Regents must approve proposal ◗ University offered $20 million dollars ◗ Will be named Texas A&M School of Law at Texas Wesleyan University ◗ University will control curriculum and staffing
Era of change? Unrest in Mexico escalates as elections approach Naila Dhanani The Battalion
H
igh rates of crime and violence, endless narratives of human suffering, and lingering reports of corruption are on the minds of Mexicans as they elect a new leader.
ASSOCIATED PRESS
Tens of thousands of young demonstrators clog Mexico City streets to protest the likely return to power of the country’s long-ruling party.
Pg. 1-06.28.12.indd 1
Although the nation has seen economic growth throughout President Felipe Calderon’s reign, discontent has swirled among its citizens. Headlines monopolized by drug wars are largely to blame — tourism has decreased and investors are shy given the country’s
lack of security. More than 50,000 people have died since Calderon declared war on narco-trafficking. Election day Mexicans will attempt to rectify the nation’s problems as they head to the polls on Sunday. Three major candidates are vying for the top position — Enrique Peña Nieto, frontrunner and member of Institutional Revolutionary Party, PRI, Josefina Vásquez Mota, member of the National Action Party, PAN, and Andrés Manuel López Obrador, member of the Party of Democratic Revolution, PRD. Jorge Zermeño, senior international studies major, was born and raised in Guadalajara, Mexico and has family living in Mexico. He said his family is nervous because
voices | 2 ‘Yo Soy 132’ Protests have occurred throughout Mexico, spurred by youth, in opposition to presidential candidate Enrique Peña Nieto and media bias. Read why students should make their voices heard.
See Mexico on page 6
6/27/12 10:09 PM
EDITOR’SNOTE
thebattalion THE INDEPENDENT STUDENT VOICE OF TEXAS A&M SINCE 1893
Naila Dhanani, Editor in Chief THE BATTALION is published daily, Monday through Friday during the fall and spring semesters and Tuesday and Thursday during the summer session (except University holidays and exam periods) at Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843. Offices are in Suite L400 of the Memorial Student Center.
“A World of Healthy Products for Your Family!”
NEED ENERGY?
News: The Battalion news department is managed by students at Texas A&M University in Student Media, a unit of the Division of Student Affairs. Newsroom phone: 979-845-3315; E-mail: editor@ thebatt.com; website: http://www.thebatt. com. Advertising: Publication of advertising does not imply sponsorship or endorsement by The Battalion. For campus, local, and national display advertising, call 979-8452687. For classified advertising, call 979845-0569. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Email: battads@ thebatt.com. Subscriptions: A part of the Student Services Fee entitles each Texas A&M student to pick up a single copy of The Battalion. First copy free, additional copies $1. Call 979-845-2696 for mail subscriptions.
We Carry Spirulina Tabs and B-12 Vitamins 4303 S. TEXAS AT ROSEMARY BRYAN • 979-846-4459 MON–FRI 9 TO 6 • SAT 9 TO 4 Celebrating 21 23 Serving the Brazos Valley! Celebrating Years of Celebrating 22Years Years of of Serving Serving the the Brazos Brazos Valley! Valley!
Double Quick Daiquiris to Go
Convenient Drive Thru Flavors Include: Long Island Iced Tea (stronger than Locos) Strawberry • Blue Hawaiian Pina Colada • Sex on the Beach Margaritas • Sugar Free Margarita 40 Other Flavors To Choose From For your parties, come pick up a gallon of your favorite Åavors A&M Campus
Cafe Eccell
Find us on facebook at: facebook.com/doublequick.bcs
979-846-2237
University Dr. Church Wellborn
Cherry Bombs & Jello Shots Ice cold beer and great wine selections! www.doublequickdrinks.com
Double Quick Natalie
1805 Briarcrest, Bryan (corner of 29th St. & Briarcrest)
The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the various authors and forum participants in this paper do not necessarily reflect those of Texas A&M University, The Battalion or its staff.
MAILCALL GUESTCOLUMNS Make your opinion known by submitting Mail Call or guest columns to The Battalion. All submissions should focus on issues not
‘
personalities, become property of The Battalion and are subject to editing for style, clarity and space concerns. No mail call will appear in The Battalion’s print or online editions before it is verified.
voices
thebattalion 06.28.2012
Direct all correspondence to: Editor in chief of The Battalion (979) 845-3315 | mailcall@thebatt.com
EDITORIAL
Protests empower students; may sway elections
T
housands of students crowd the streets of Mexico, protesting unemployment, blatant media bias and escalating violence from the drug wars. At least 30,000 children are involved with organized crime. Last year, a 14-year-old boy was sentenced to three years in prison for crimes committed for the South Pacific drug cartel. As elections approach, we need to support young Mexicans who want to defend its nation’s democracy and have taken to the streets to oppose Enrique Peña Nieto’s presidential candidacy and the media’s alleged bias of election coverage. Peña Nieto’s party, the Institutional Revolutionary Party ruled Mexico for more than 70 years until it lost the 2000 election. Tarnished with allegations of corruption and repression, students are right to protest the party’s seeming return to power. Protests began May 11 as Peña Nieto visited IberoAmerican University in Mexico City. Discontented students held signs and booed his arrival. Peña Nieto and his staff — as well as various media outlets — later suggested these students were not students and instead imposters from other political parties. In response, 131 of these students made a YouTube video confirming they were students by showing their University ID card, and expressed frustration at the media’s lack of fair cover-
979-776-0999
age. The “Yo Soy 132,” or “I am 132,” movement then emerged as people declared solidarity with these students, saying they were the 132nd student. Young members of society, in particular students, largely ignore elections. Voter turnout, and more importantly, interest, is disappointingly low. Yet the Buenos Aires Herald reported there were 40,000 demonstrators in Mexico City leading up to the election, comprised mostly of students. The world, and particularly students of Texas A&M University, should take note. When confronted with injustice — whether it be media bias or the possibility of authoritarian rule — students should ensure their voices are heard. Reports are varied as to the impact “Yo Soy 132” can have on the election’s outcome as polls show Peña Nieto is in the lead. Despite the outcome of this election, students should be praised for their efforts made in protecting their nation’s integrity. “Nosotros Somos 132,” “We are 132.”
EDITORIALBOARD
The Battalion’s editorial opinion is determined by its Board of Opinion, with the editor in chief having final responsibility.
Naila Dhanani Editor in Chief, senior biomedical sciences major Trevor Stevens Assignments Editor, senior English major
OPEN
7 DAYS A WEEK!
$60,000 won weekly OVER • Monday thru Saturday 1st Session 6:30, 2nd Session 8:00
• Sunday - 1st Session 6:00pm, 2nd Session 8:00pm
• • • • •
Event Packages & Planning Availabl e
www.brazosbingo.com
LARGE NON-SMOKING ROOM Great Food • Security • Unlimited Pull & Event Tabs and Much More!
7X .SWITL &VE^SW :EPPI] &YFFE 1SSVI 7X .SWITL 1IQSVMEP %9&$6$ 'EXLSPMG 'EXLSPMG )POW +VSYT -RG 'LYVGL 7GLSSP
TAKE A PIECE OF A&M HISTORY WITH YOU
· Reserve your 2013 Aggieland
774-7266
1/2 price paper on Thursday $10.00 1/2 price FortuNet Electronics Thurs. - Free Beer (limit 2) $2500 session play 1/2 price full pay Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Pg. 2-06.28.12.indd 1
ADUATING SENIORS R G
M Texas A&
y Universit
Texas A&M University
Orders ready in one week!!
The 111th edition of Texas A&M University’s official yearbook will chronicle traditions, academics, the other education, sports, the Corps, Greeks, campus organizations and seniors and graduate students. Distribution will be during Fall 2013. Go to the optional services box in Howdy when you register for fall. For info, call 845-2696.
Three styles to choose from. Order Coupon - Order by July 31st. & receive free Graduate at www.AggielandPrinting.com or Seals or 25 Thank You notes. come by our store in the HEB While supplies last. In store only. Center at Texas & Holleman. Must present coupon. Exp 07/31/12 Aggie Owned Class of ‘80
(979) 693-8621
6/27/12 9:40 PM
thebattalion 06.28.2012 page3
thebattalion asks
Q:
What do you think about having yell leaders instead of cheerleaders?
Walking traditions, on and off the field Generations of yell leaders pass back traditions Amber Jaura
I like the yell leaders. It’s different; it’s an A&M tradition. It really sets us apart. Sarah Pledger, nutritional sciences graduate student
I like the tradition. It makes us stand out from the other schools. Michelle Smith, senior nutrition major
The Battalion At the sidelines of Aggie sporting events, you can find yell leaders uniting thousands of students during a game. With one hand signal, crowds come alive under the traditions and spirit of Texas A&M University. Ryan Crawford, junior political science major, is one of five yell leaders firing up crowds this year. He said he is grateful for the opportunity to serve students as the face of A&M. “As yell leaders we may be the first thing some people get to see of Texas A&M,” Crawford said. “It’s really special for us to be able to represent A&M outside of College Station and even outside of Texas when we travel to away games and introduce people to our proud Aggie traditions.” Drew Nelson, senior accounting major, said being yell leader last year was the biggest honor he ever received and the chance to represent A&M is a dream come true. “The best part of being a senior yell leader is the feeling of representing something bigger than yourself,” Nelson said. “We represent all former, current and future students in the traditions and spirit of Texas A&M which is an incredible opportunity for us.” Nelson, a second-generation Aggie, said his pride and love for A&M continues to grow as he
spreads the culture of A&M to students. “I feel I contribute to the legacy of A&M’s traditions by sharing them with the new class of Aggies,” Nelson said. “The traditions of this school have been passed down from generation to generation since they started. It is so cool to have a large part in that this year.” During summer, yell leaders attend New Student Conferences to introduce yells, songs and the Aggie War Hymn to incoming freshmen and their families. They also travel all over Texas, meeting with former students and extending the scope of the Aggie Network. Nelson said with all the summer preparation, excitement for the fall semester builds. He said for students, incoming and current, this year marks the beginning of one of the University’s most exciting eras. “The new exposure in the SEC is going to make each and every tradition more remarkable and unique,” Nelson said. “Midnight Yell in particular because the added excitement for each game will lead to an increase in attendance and participation at Midnight Yell.” The first home yell practice of the year is typically the highest in student attendance. This year, practice will be before the first SEC game against the Florida Gators. Yell leaders anticipate it to be the largest yet.
Yell leaders are a tradition. I’ll just stay with yell leader, but I wouldn’t want cheerleaders.
high honor at Texas A&M. The position is only given to an incoming sophomore in the Corps of Cadets who has demonContinued from page 1 strated the adequate skills and knowledge required to best take care of Reveille. The her position as Aggie royalty. “She’s definitely smarter than the av- new Mascot Corporal is announced each erage dog,” Crawford said. “She’s very year during Parents’ Weekend. “It’s a lot of hard work and the candiproper and eloquent — she’s more dates must strive for excellence throughreserved and elegant, out the entire year in everything they never obnoxious. She’s do,” Koster said. the First Lady of Texas Recently, rumors A&M and she knows have circulated about it.” Reveille VIII’s reReveille VIII, placement. Maj. being a fiveChristy Gantt, the diamond caoverseer for all det general, things Reveille and merits a high her health, said level of rects a f that is not the spect. If she is lle Rice i case. d e n sleeping on a v en a “The ruk Re y 23 c i cadet’s bed, that e Ch h a n S mors are not a . l :M cadet must sleep on rels n ro P d. r day i P h true — Revu t i a q r o the floor and cadets s n Bi urin ble fo ◗ ing ger Pi l. P eille VIII is dos : a a d t must always address n h o e ing just great,” ◗ Fo ula. No ctivity: C der’s Ra t squirr Reveille as “Miss Gantt said. “We Form rite A er Rud her firs Rev, ma’am.” Furavo eive h hing F keep a good eye on her ◗ rec catc ther, if she is in class l l r and I can tell you that she’s in i o f w and barks while the fall perfect health. We are not looking the professor is teaching, to replace her anytime soon.” class is to be immediately This is great news, considering Revdismissed. eille VIII is not just a mascot, but also a pet “On her uniform, she has five diamonds so that means she outranks even the high- to students all over campus. “Most of the time, you only see other est commanders,” Crawford said. “When mascots at a pep rally, football game or a senior would come in and tell me to do other athletic event, but Reveille attends something, I would just look at Rev and look back at him and then say, ‘I don’t class just like all of the other students at Texas A&M,” Koster said. “She sleeps think Rev thinks that’s a good idea.’” During the summer, Reveille VIII goes in the dorms, studies in Evans and even home with the Mascot Corporal and par- takes the bus across campus. You never know when you might see Reveille and it ticipates in his or her daily routine. “We do pretty much everything to- certainly brings a smile to a student’s face gether,” Koster said. “Recently, Reveille when they happen to cross paths.” The Mascot Corporal encourages feland I flew to Atlanta for the Texas A&MMissouri SEC Welcoming Celebration. low students to stop and take pictures with Since Reveille is the First Lady of Texas Reveille if they have a chance. “She’s the University’s mascot and she’s A&M, she has never really been crated or everyone’s dog,” Crawford said. “I would boarded, so she got to fly in a private plane encourage people to stop the Mascot Corwith Coach Sumlin.” Being Mascot Corporal is considered a poral and take pictures and say hello.”
Reveille
Eddie Hernandez, sophomore business major
FILE PHOTO
It follows our tradition. I don’t see why we can’t have cheerleaders at basketball games. Emily Horstman, senior marketing major
COURTESY PHOTO
COURTESY PHOTO
I think it’s a great tradition here. Why fix something that’s not broken. Keaton Savoie, sophomore ocean engineering major
FILE PHOTO
(Middle right) Reveille VIII rides on a private plane to Atlanta for the SEC welcoming celebration. As a five-diamond cadet general, Reveille outranks seniors and Corps commanders.
Pg. 3-06.28.12.indd 1
FILE PHOTOS
Yell leaders lead Aggies in yells during various athletic events, such as football and soccer games. Yell leaders also lead Midnight Yell Practice, which is a yell practice the day before home football games.
6/27/12 9:48 PM
news
page 4 thursday 6.28.2012
thebattalion
Law Continued from page 1
The proposal has been approved by the Texas Wesleyan University Board and is awaiting approval from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. Jason Cook, vice president of marketing and communications for Texas A&M University, said the System Board of Regents meets Friday and is expected to vote on the matter. If approved, the agreement will be executed by June 1, 2013. The partnership will change the name of the school to the Texas A&M School of Law at Texas Wesleyan University. The school will remain in Fort Worth, and the curriculum and staff will be regulated by Texas A&M University. One advantage to the program is a 3+3 program, which would allow students to earn a joint law school degree and Texas Wesleyan Master of Business Administration. Some say this could be advantageous to students, as many law students don’t enter the field they expect after graduation. “From the last year’s report, it’s been shown that there are less lawyers being hired by firms once they graduate. A lot of peo-
FOR RENT 911 Gardenia, CS. Available August 1st, new 2 story brick home, 4bd/2.5ba, perfect student housing close to A&M Campus with 2-car garage, patio for grilling and a small fenced yard, $1500/mo., First Month's Rent is Your Deposit! Call or text 817-915-0258 or email dshelton@buxtonco.com. Hurry, time is running out! Apartment: 2/1at Southwest Parkway and Anderson. $500/mo. Call 682-365-0282.
classifieds
PLACE AN AD Phone 845-0569 Suite L400, Memorial Student Center Texas A&M University
WHEN TO CALL 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday Insertion deadline: 1 p.m. prior business day
FOR RENT $1200 Pre-lease, 4 bedroom houses, W/D, pets ok, near TAMU. Call Maroon & White Management, 979-422-5660. $1350/mo, 2 story house, 4/2/2, newly remodeled, comes with W/D. 979-777-2849.
SPECIAL
see ads at thebatt.com
PRIVATE PARTY WANT ADS
$10 for 20 words running 5 days, if your merchandise is priced $1,000 or less (price must appear in ad). This rate applies only to non-commercial advertisers offering personal possessions for sale. Guaranteed results or you get an additional 5 days at no charge. If item doesn’t sell, advertiser must call before 1 p.m. on the day the ad is scheduled to end to qualify for the 5 additional insertions at no charge. No refunds will be made if your ad is cancelled early.
FOR RENT 2bd/1ba apartment, 800sq. ft. New appliances, carpeting and tile. W/D. bus-route. $575/mo. 210-391-4106.
$295 prelease All bills paid, 1-room in shared furnished apartment, short-term leases ok. Call Maroon & White Management, 979-422-5660.
Spacious duplex, 2bd/1ba., beautiful! Internet, w/d, remodeled, fenced front and backyard. Many extras. Convenient to everything! One week free. College Station. 979-422-3427, 832-242-4917 . Call for specials.
1bd+Office/1ba. Student Community, 1-mile from campus. www.HollemanByThePark.com
2bd/1ba., Student Community, 1-mile from campus. www.HollemanByThePark.com
1bd/1ba. Student community, 1-mile from campus. www.HollemanByThePark.com 2 and 3/bedroom CS duplexes. Very nice, on shuttle, tile, fireplace, w/d, fenced, lawn service, pets o.k. Available August. Details and photos available online. http://arduplexes.com info@arduplexes.com 979-255-0424, 979-255-1585. 2 bdrm/2bath duplex. Brand new. 1000 sqft. All appliances included, W/D. Nice, quiet country setting. Water is included. Extra land for horses is a possibility. Energy efficient heat pump. Electric bill is super affordable! Super nice!! Very close to main campus/Health Science Center, beat the traffic!! Call for more information 979-777-2253. 2-3/bedroom apartments. Some with W/D, some on College Main, remodeled with dishwashers, Great deal! $175-$600/mo. 979-219-3217. 2/1 Duplex, 950sq.ft., near campus/ Shuttle, large living room, fenced backyard, W/D connections, ceiling fans. $650/mo. 229 Brentwood, CS. 512-206-6658, Nabilski@hotmail.com 2/2 duplex. On bus route, large fenced yard. 310 Brentwood. $750/mo. 979-255-8299. 2bd. Stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, CAH, small yard. $800/month. No pets. 602 Peyton. 281-440-6030. 2bd/1.5ba., Townhouse style units. Include W/D, 1-mile from campus. www.HolikSquare.com
August Leasing. 4bd/2ba house. Close to campus, wood floors, tile floors, ceiling fans, W/D, fenced yards. 979-776-6079. www.aggielandleasing.com
2bd/2.5ba unique floorplans w/balcony views of Kyle Field. Brand new luxury apartment condos. Fullsize stainless steel appliances, W/D, designer ammenities granite/wood/tile, bus stop. Only 36units on Holleman at Wolf Pen. www.broadstoneranchatwolfpen.com, www.aggielandleasing.com, 979-776-6079. 2bd/2ba 4-plex. Spacious floorplan, W/D connections, close to campus. $550/mo. www.aggielandleasing.com 979-776-6079. 2bd/2ba unique floorplans w/balcony views of Kyle Field. Brand new luxury apartment condos. Fullsize stainless steel appliances, W/D, designer ammenities granite/wood/tile, bus stop. Only 36units on Holleman at Wolf Pen. www.broadstoneranchatwolfpen.com, www.aggielandleasing.com, 979-776-6079. 3/2 CS Duplex. Fenced, shuttle, very large. Treehouse Trail, Cypress. www.c4properties.net 979-268-1074. 3/3,3/2 Houses, Townhouses &Apartments, 1250-1400sqft. Very spacious, ethernet, large kitchen, walk-in pantry &closets, extra storage, W/D, great amenities, on bus route, now pre-leasing, excellent specials. 979-694-0320. www.luxormanagement.com 3bd/1.5ba House under one mile from campus. $850/month, $400 deposit. 1106 Georgia 979-255-8637.
FOR RENT 3bd/1.5ba with all appliances. Fenced backyard and near campus. 979-774-9181. 4/3, 3/3 &3/2 Houses, Townhouses, Duplexes &Fourplexes, 1250-1700sqft. Very spacious, ethernet, large kitchen, extra storage, W/D, great amenities, on bus route, now pre-leasing, excellent specials. 979-694-0320. www.luxormanagement.com 4/4 House in Buena Vida, available 8/15. W/D, new appliances, granite, fenced. gigem95@verizon.net 713-252-5555. 4/4 Waterwood by Central Park, $425pp, gated community, cable/Internet, appliances including W/D, available 8/10/12. Call: 832-277-8840 or 254-732-4678. 4bd/2ba house. Close to campus, wood floors, tile floors, ceiling fans, granite countertops, W/D, fenced yards. 979-776-6079. www.aggielandleasing.com 4bd/2ba., Large house, 1-mile from campus, close to everything, W/D, pet friendly. www.LoneStarHousing.com 4bd/4ba private bathroom. $325 per room. Wood/tile floors, large living room, new refrigerator, w/d, central a/c, walk-in closets, on shuttle. Student community, large pool, basketball court, sand beach volleyball. 979-574-0040, 281-639-8847. 903 San Benito, 3/2/2, W/D, on shuttle route, $1000/mo, 979-268-5206.
ple don’t end up doing the actual job they graduated to do,” said Victoria Mora, senior business major and campus representative for Kaplan Test Prep. According to rankings, Texas Wesleyan Law School lacks the prestige that comes with the Texas A&M brand. The Texas Wesleyan School of Law is ranked in the lowest tier amongst law schools, meaning it is outside of the top 150. Texas A&M is ranked 58 in the nation. This brings the question of whether or not this will diminish Texas A&M’s reputation. “I don’t know how fond I am of the deal, but it seems like we’re putting a new name on an old reputation. We’ll just have to see how things sort themselves out,” said Gary Lynn, senior business major and member of the Pre-Law Society. In a press release, University President R. Bowen Loftin said the partnership is part of Vision 2020, a strategic plan to make Texas A&M a consensus top-10 public university by 2020. “Expanding Texas A&M’s graduate professional programs is one of the key tenets of Vision 2020, our long-range plan to become one of the country’s top 10 public institutions by the year 2020. If you look at the top universities — our peer institutions — most of them have a law school,” Loftin said.
FOR SALE
MUSIC
Very rare Ag maroon 1966 Seagrave fire truck for sale. Looks, runs + pumps great. Ideal for parades, shows and parties. Completely loaded with accessories. Call Dave at 281-346-1250.
HELP WANTED Athletic men for calendars, books, etc. $100-$200/hr, up to $1000/day. No experience. aggieresponse@gmail.com Energetic part-time nanny w/transportation and references. Send resume to amy.muston@gmail.com
August Move In, spacious 3bdrm/2bth duplex, W/D provided, $895/mo. 979-693-0551.
Looking for a student worker. Painting, minor plumbing and maintenance skills required. $12/hr. 979-324-9666.
Available August 15th, 2bd/2ba apartment, W/D, approximately 900sqft, $600/mo, call 210-387-5030.
Need box delivered to Junction, Texas. $25. 979-450-8211.
Beautiful 3bd/2ba condo on shuttle route with move in specials, 203 Navarro, small pets ok, 979-268-3200. College Station: 3/2, 1240sqft. Newly remodeled! All Stainless Steel Appliances! Close to shuttle, W/D, lawn/pest/maintenance included. 905 Balcones (off Welch), $1000. KAZ Realty 979-324-9666. Country home on four fenced acres on OSR. Approximately 30 minutes from Bryan. Totally remodeled brick home. 3bd/1ba., central ac/heat. 2-car garage w/carport. Call 979-255-5555. Cozy 2bd/1ba condo. Off Wellborn, in Bryan. Fireplace, FP, no HUD, $495/month total. 254-589-0585. 254-289-8200. Cozy 2bdrm/2bth condo 3-blocks from campus, yard, w/d connections, over 1000sqft., no HUD, updated, $595/mo total, 506-A College Main Available August. 254-289-0585, 254-289-8200. Duplex, rent 2bd/1ba. Beautiful, quiet! Remodeled, all new, many extras, internet, drapes, in College Station. Convenient to everything! Fenced backyard. One week free. 979-422-3427. Call for specials. Newer 1/1, 2/2, 3/3 townhomes, close to campus, cable/internet, $810-$1530. Broker/owner 979-777-5477. Northgate. 2bd/2ba. Walk to campus. aggievillas.net. Call 979-255-5648.
puzzle answers can be found online at www.thebatt.com
Part-time job helping handicapped. Male student preferred. $360/mo. 5-10hrs/wk. 979-846-3376. Penncro Associates, Inc, located at 3101 University Drive East, is Hiring Home Retention Specialists for full-time and part-time positions. Training classes begin in July, training is full-time for 3 weeks and various shifts are available after training. Inquire by emailing bryanjobs@penncro.com or call 979-774-1603. Great job for college students that are looking to work while taking classes in the fall! Summer Camp Intern Needed. Are you looking for a fun place to serve this summer? Stoney Creek Ranch, a Christian camp in New Ulm, TX (easy drive from College Station) is looking for a fall intern. You’ll do various jobs helping campers enjoy their time at camp in a Christian environment. The reward is great! For more information, please contact Pam Gray (Class of 85’) at pam@stoneycreekranch.org or 713-851-7292. This is a fully paid position offering room and board and meals while working. Visit our website at www.stoneycreekranch.org The Steamery now hiring carpet cleaning techs. Full-time summer help. 979-693-6969.
Peter Block Mobile DJ, professional 22+yrs. experience. Specializing in weddings, TAMU functions. Mobile to anywhere. 979-596-2522. http://www.partyblockdj.com
NEEDED El-Paso Bound? Need Someone to take a dresser-mirror to daughter. Will pay! Call 979-276-2378, 979-218-1872.
PETS Imperial Shih-Tzu puppies! 4-8lbs, rare liver, chocolate/white, black/white, $400 and up. 2 male Maltipoos, $600/each. linda_d_54@yahoo.com 979-324-2866.
ROOMMATES 1-Female roommate needed for fall 2012. $383/mo. with 1-year lease +utilities &cable. Call 817-944-8026.
SERVICES Apple certified iPhone repair w/one year warranty, allphonetoys.com Member Better Business Bureau. 979-694-2800. Student discounts available. Bathroom repair specialist, complete repair and refinishing of bathtubs. Porcelain and fiberglass. 979-219-6303.
read the fine print.
the
battalion Classifieds
Call 845-0569 To Place Your Ad
STUDIES IN PROGRESS FACIAL ACNE STUDY
Male volunteers ages 18-35, with facial acne are needed to participate in a 6 week long clinical research study with an investigational topical medication. All eligible volunteers will receive at no cost: • Study Related Acne Evaluations by a Dermatologist • Study Medication • Compensation up to $1,550.00 for time and effort Eligible Volunteers will be required to make daily office visits for application of study drug and study assessments. For more information please contact:
ATHLETES FOOT STUDY Volunteers ages 18 and older are needed to participate in a 6-week clinical research study with an investigational topical medication for the treatment of athletes foot. Eligible volunteers will receive at no cost: • Study related medication • Medical Examinations related to study • Compensation up to $150.00 for time and effort Participants will be required to make 3 office visits over the 6 week period. For more information please contact:
URINARY TRACT INFECTION STUDY Female volunteers who think they might be experiencing a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) are needed to participate in a 2 day clinical research study of an investigational study medication for the pain that is associated with a UTI. Symptoms of a UTI include: Pain, Burning and Frequency when urinating. Eligible volunteers will receive at no cost: • UTI Assessments by a Study Doctor • Antibiotics for their UTI • Study Medication • Compensation up to $100.00 for time and effort Eligible volunteers will be required to make 2 office visits. There is no cost to you for participating in this research study. For more information please contact:
J&S Studies, Inc. 979-774-5933 1710 Crescent Pointe Parkway, College Station, TX 77845 www.js-studies.com
pg. 4 06.28.12.indd 1
6/27/12 9:05 PM
news
page 5 thursday 6.28.2012
thebattalion
Middleton awaits draft selection
You deserve a factual look at . . .
Luis Javier Cavazos
"! ! !
The Battalion Anthony Davis had been a guarantee by draft experts to be the No. 1 pick in Thursday’s NBA draft long before he helped Kentucky raise its eighth national championship in April. Once Davis slips on a Hornets hat above his unibrow, the NBA draft really starts — and the events afterward are less predictable. This holds true for the two Aggie prospects entering the draft, junior forward Khris Middleton and senior point guard Dash Harris. Middleton battled several injuries throughout his final season in an Aggie jersey. Surgery to repair a partially torn meniscus in his right knee initially caused him to miss seven games. The knee was reinjured a month later, causing him to miss an additional five games. The 6’7� forward averaged 13.2 points and 5.0 rebounds in 20 games, starting in 17 of those games. Middleton led the team in scoring nine times,
Northgate Continued from page 1
intersection with these two roads.� Current construction taking place on Northgate includes widening of the Northgate sidewalk, tentative installation of a unique decorative traffic rail for safety, as well as raised medians on University Drive. Additionally, the roadway is projected to get a new driving surface. Construction on these projects began Nov. 7, 2011 and is estimated to be completed Aug. 31, 2012, although some projects have already reached completion. “Under this project, the ramps connecting University Drive to Wellborn Road were reconstructed with concrete
Pg. 5-06.28.12.indd 1
! ! !
! ! Arab Christianity, for centuries a dominant force in Middle East culture, religion and politics, now faces extinction in nearly every country in the region. Discrimination and persecution by Muslim governments, as well as murderous attacks by Islamic extremists, are driving Christians from their homelands by the millions. In fact, the only country in the Middle East in which Christians are safe—and where their numbers are growing—is Israel.
"! !
FILE PHOTO
Junior Texas A&M University forward Khris Middleton is projected to be a second round pick. eclipsing the 20-point mark three times. According to NBADraft. net, Middleton is projected to be the No. 38 pick to the Denver Nuggets. He would join a young, up-and-coming team that took Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers to seven games in the first round of the NBA playoffs. Harris, on the other hand, isn’t projected to be drafted by many experts. The senior point guard averaged six
points, three rebounds, and a team high 4.1 assists. Harris also battled injuries in his final season, missing seven games to a foot injury. Harris finished his Aggie career with 379 assists, seventh all-time in A&M history, and is one of eight players in school history to total 300 assists and 100 steals. The draft starts at 6 p.m. tonight and will be shown on ESPN.
pavement and a new signalized intersection was installed at Boyett Street to accommodate turning movements into the Northgate area,� Colwell said. The total cost of this project is $3.7 million with funding coming primarily from TxDOT; however the City of College Station and Texas A&M University shared some costs. With this construction, businesses located on Northgate are finding their customers are detoured throughout blocks of orange construction tape. “It’s tough to tell right now because enrollment is down for summer classes but it definitely puts a damper on our afternoon business, for sure. Especially after two o’clock, when everyone’s done with
school, no one comes over here,� said Jay Pisco, manager of Antonio’s Pizzeria. Antonio’s Pizzeria is located right in the midst of construction, off on College Main Drive. “Just as far as getting to us, it’s kind of a maze,� said Pisco, in reference to customers locating the local pizzeria. Construction on Northgate has left some students frustrated as well. “The construction has made campus life a lot harder than it needs to be and it has made driving to Northgate and getting to the actual bars a complete hassle,� said Kimberly Borges, senior history major and avid Northgate patron. “I wish it would just hurry up, or not do anything. I didn’t see what the problem was in the first place.�
Christians live in deathly fear and must pray in private. They now account for 40% of Iraq’s refugees. The Middle East now has the fewest number of Syria. While Syria’s one million Christians enjoyed Christians and the smallest share of the population some stability under the Assad regimes, civil unrest that is Christian of any major geographic region. A has now caused the country’s Christians to fear for review of the deadly treatment faced by Christians in their lives. Indeed, some 100 Christians have been nearly every Middle East nation reveals the reasons killed and many why: kidnapped since the Egypt. Coptic Murderous attacks by Islamic unrest began. Islamic Christians have lived in Egypt since 451 C.E. and extremists are driving Christians from militants have begun the ethnic cleansing of now number 5-8 million. Christians in the Syrian their homelands by the millions. But for decades they have city of Homs, and at least suffered church 90% of Christians living there—as many as 50,000 burnings and murder at the hands of radical Muslims people—have been driven from their homes, according who want Egypt free of religious minorities. Under to the Dutch aid group, Church in Need. President Mubarak the military protected Christians West Bank and Gaza. Since the Islamic terrorist and jailed extremists, but since Mubarak’s overthrow group Hamas violently seized Gaza in 2007, half its attacks by Muslim radicals have increased, and the tiny Christian community has fled. Crucifixes and military has refused to make arrests. On New Year’s Christmas decorations are forbidden. Following a Day 2011, 21 Christians were slaughtered and 79 were December 2010 exhortation by Hamas officials to injured; during a protest in Cairo, 27 were killed and murder Christians, Rami Ayyad, the owner of Gaza’s 300 injured by Egyptian police. An estimated 100,000 only Christian bookstore was killed and his store Copts have recently fled the country. torched. In the West Bank, the Christian population Iran. Under Iran’s ultra-conservative theocracy, it’s has plummeted as well, decreasing from 15% of the practically against the law to be Christian. In recent population in 1950 to less than 2% now—only about years, hundreds of evangelical Christians have been 60,000 souls. Before Israel’s War of Independence in arrested for “crimes against the order,� including 1948, Ramallah’s population was 90% Christian and Pastor Youcef Nadarkhani, who was condemned to Bethlehem’s was 80%. Today, Ramallah and Bethlehem death because he refused to renounce his faith. are largely Islamic cities. After the Palestinian Likewise, a Christian convert who started a “house Authority took over Bethlehem in 1995, Palestinian church� was recently sentenced to two years in prison gunmen attacked Christian homes and in 2002 seized for “anti-Islamic propaganda.� and defiled the Church of the Nativity. Today, Saudi Arabia. In Wahabist Saudi Arabia, Christian Christians make up only a fifth of the city’s population. prayer, even in private, is against the law—as is Israel. During Jordan’s occupation of Jerusalem, importing a Bible. Recently officials strip-searched 29 from 1948 to 1967, the city’s Christian population Christian women and assaulted six Christian men after shrank by 50% to only 12,646. Today, under Israeli arresting them for holding a private prayer meeting. rule, that Christian community is growing, as is They’ve had no trial and remain imprisoned with no Israel’s entire Christian population—up dramatically word on their fate. Saudi Arabia’s Grand Mufti, Sheikh since 1948 to 154,000, about 2% of Israel’s total Abdul Aziz bin Abdullah, recently decreed that it is population. Christians serve in Israel’s legislative “necessary to destroy all the churches of the region,� Knesset, its foreign ministry and on its Supreme referring to the entire Arabian Peninsula. Court. Israeli Arab Christians are on average extremely Iraq. Iraq’s Christian population, which once well educated and relatively affluent. In short, Israel is numbered 1.5 million, has shrunk to less than 250,000. the only place in the Middle East where Christians feel No wonder: In the wake of church burnings, kidnappings safe and can flourish. and the slaughter of Christians by Muslims, Iraqi The U.N. Declaration of Human Rights, adopted in 1948, holds that “Everyone has the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion.� Yet discrimination directed at Christians—as well as murder and ethnic cleansing—have always been a threat in the Arab Muslim world. It’s time our media stop whitewashing “clashes between Muslims and Christians� and start honestly reporting the outright ethnic cleansing of Christian minorities by Muslim radicals. It’s also time U.S. legislators start denying financial aid to Middle East nations that refuse to halt statesponsored bias and Muslim violence against Christians. This message has been published and paid for by
Facts and Logic About the Middle East P.O. Box 590359 San Francisco, CA 94159
Gerardo Joffe, President
FLAME is a tax-exempt, non-profit educational 501 (c)(3) organization. Its purpose is the research and publication of the facts regarding developments in the Middle East and exposing false propaganda that might harm the interests of the United States and its allies in that area of the world. Your taxdeductible contributions are welcome. They enable us to pursue these goals and to publish these messages in national newspapers and magazines. We have virtually no overhead. Almost all of our revenue pays for our educational work, for these clarifying messages, and for related direct mail.
133
To receive free FLAME updates, visit our website: www.factsandlogic.org
6/27/12 9:12 PM
news
page 6 thursday 6.28.2012
Mexico Continued from page 1
no one knows what will happen with this election. “The future of Mexico will be disputed this Sunday. Some of them still do not know for whom to vote and are seriously thinking about nullifying their vote,” Zermeño said. Security on election day is of concern to many. “Many people fear that this electoral process might get kind of rough. Thousands will leave the country to avoid being there this Sunday, many others will even fear of walking out their homes while the elections are held.” Experts offer differing views. Antonio Zavaleta, associate provost and professor of anthropology at the University of Texas-Brownsville has spent years studying the U.S.Mexico border. Zaveleta said Mexicans are hopeful people and as such, have an optimistic
thebattalion outlook on this election. In contrast, Ted Carpenter, a senior fellow for defense and foreign policy studies at the Cato Institute, said Mexican voters share Zermeño’s family’s sense of uneasiness. “Mexican voters seem to approach this election more with a sense of weariness than with any great hope of fixing the country’s problems. With resignation, they are likely to turn back to the PRI — which most Mexicans admit was thoroughly corrupt during its long decades of dominance,” Carpenter said. “But the PAN under Calderon has appeared to [be] inept as well as nearly as corrupt as the PRI. The PRD is an alternative, but one that makes the business community and many middle class Mexicans very uneasy.” PRI held power for more than 70 years until ousted in 2000, when Vicente Fox, member of PAN, was elected. In its decades-long reign, PRI held a reputation for widespread corruption, links to drug cartels and organized crime and electoral fraud. U.S.-Mexico relations The Woodrow Wilson Center estimates more than a billion dollars of goods are traded across the U.S. and Mexico each day. Furthermore, the escalating drug wars in Mexico concerns Washington, D.C., as it attempts to stabilize the border. Zermeño said everything that happens in Mexico affects the U.S. — good or bad. “After this electoral process, immigration from Mexico to the U.S. could increase or decrease, international trade — petroleum is a commodity that is worth putting attention — between both nations could increase or decrease, crime in the U.S.-Mexico border and drug trafficking could increase or decrease, etc.,” Zermeño said. “Depending on who wins the elections, the economic trade between both nations could strengthen or decay.”
Frontrunner: Peña Nieto Zavaleta said Peña Nieto represents the moderate candidate and as such, will win the election. He said Mota represents the right and López Obrador, the left. Peña Nieto has led polls since the start of the campaign despite a series of gaffes, including revelations of extramarital affairs and his inability to name three books that had affected his life. “Peña Nieto is still likely to win, but López Obrador appears to be gaining in strength during the final weeks before the election,” Carpenter said. “The already anemic support for Josefina Vásquez Mota, on the other hand, appears to be slipping…If it becomes clear that her candidacy is not viable, some PAN supporters may hold their noses and vote for Peña Nieto — especially if it appears that López Obrador might otherwise win.” What does this mean for the U.S.? “A PRD victory would almost certainly increase tensions between Mexico City and Washington on drug policy, investment issues, and a number of other matters,” Carpenter said. Despite the election’s outcome, the U.S. and Mexico will still differ on a number of issues. “The immigration issue and border control will be a source of friction regardless of which party wins,” Carpenter said. “The new U.S. Supreme Court decision on Arizona’s immigration law highlights the problem for all of the southwestern states, including Texas.”
Meet the candidates Enrique Peña Nieto
Peña Nieto, 45, the former governor of the State of Mexico belongs to the Institutional Revolutionary Party, which led Mexico for 71 years until 2000.
Josefina Mota
Mota, 51, served as Minister of Education under President Felipe Calderon. She belongs to his party, the National Action Party. She is the first major woman presidential candidate.
Andrés López Obrador
For more info Analysis of each candidate’s impact on the future of Mexico and the U.S. can be found at thebatt.com.
Obrador, 59, the former mayor of Mexico City,represents the political left. He lost the presidential race to Felipe Calderon by less than one percent in 2006.
STILL LOOKING FOR A PLACE TO LIVE? BRAND NEW OPENING IN AUGUST 2012
THE
COTTAGES
SOME OF THE FEATURES THAT SET US APART Fully Equipped 24 Hour Clubhouse State-of-the-Art Fitness Center Resort Style Pool with Unique Beach Setting Sand Volleyball Court Computer Lab/Study Rooms 1-5 Bedroom Options Pet Friendly Multi-Level Units Stand Alone Cottages Sauna & Steamrooms
ROOMMATE STOP BY OUR LEASING MATCHING AVAILABLE
OFFICE TODAY! 1400 Harvey Mitchell Parkway S.
THECOTTAGESOFCOLLEGESTATION.COM
Pg. 6-06.28.12.indd 1
facebook.com/thecottagesofcollegestation pinterest.com/cottagescs
979.703.1865 6/27/12 10:29 PM