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Résumés are no longer making the cut. Personal branding is becoming a necessary part of job hunting for UA graduates.

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mployers are not just looking for workers who can sell their products or ideologies; they want employees who can sell themselves. Personal branding is becoming increasingly important in the job market, and students can create their own self-brand now. “Personal branding is much like product branding, but instead, it helps

market you to potential employers,” said Amy Bramlett, career consultant in the Career Center. Bramlett gave three key aspects for personal branding: knowing yourself and your best professional attributes or characteristics, knowing your target audience and using this information to determine your competitive advantage. “People usually think of the résumé as a tool for personal branding, but it’s larger than that,” Bramlett said. “Personal branding includes those written documents such as a rèsumè and cover letter, but it also includes social media, your elevator pitch, your

knowledge, skills and abilities, your professional impression and even your personality and reputation.” Tonya Nelson, Honors College professor and director of communication for the Honors College, said relationships can have a big impact on a personal brand, and it is good for students to begin thinking about branding themselves. “I think it’s very clever for students to be thinking that way,” Nelson said. “After the war, people could just put that there were washers at this place at this time for this amount of money. It was more of an announcement, and now it is a persuasion. There are

brands that literally become a part of our lives.” Nelson said this brand mindset is indicative of today’s cultural value of relationships. “We live in a culture that values relationships,” she said. “Branding can fast-track a relationship.” Fast-tracking a relationship between a potential employer is important because it can give common ground as a basis for a relationship and bring about familiarity. “Familiarity breeds comfortability,” Nelson said. “It’s smart to be perceived SEE BRANDED PAGE 14

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Adapted golf program Museum of Natural History breaks ground at UA to host ﬁeld trip for fossils Annual excursion to unearth Greene Co.

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By Benjamin Clark Contributing Writer The University of Alabama has once again proven to be the trailblazer in adapted athletics, becoming the first institution in the country to have a collegiate adapted golf program. Beginning in the fall, adapted golf will begin practicing and training to compete in several Amputee Golf Association events for the 2013-14 academic year. Adapted golf, along with wheelchair tennis and pararowing, began in the spring on a trial basis as a way to expand on Alabama’s successful Adapted Athletics Program. The program, which was founded in 2003 by Brent Hardin and Margaret Stran, also has teams in women’s and men’s wheelchair basketball. Hardin, who serves as er • Plea s

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From the various swings to course transportation, a UA program is reinventing the game of golf for athletes. athletic director of Adapted Athletics, said he hopes the adapted golf team will experience the same level of success the basketball teams and the new tennis team have had. “It is a beginning, but we are hoping to build something that will be here a long time after I’m gone, that students will always have to enjoy,”

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Hardin said. The women’s basketball team has already claimed a three-peat, winning national titles in 2009, 2010 and 2011, while the men’s team brought the title to Tuscaloosa last season. The new tennis team has already notched several

Although Alabama weather is often hot and humid even through November, much of the state was once completely covered by water. Amanda Espy-Brown, education and outreach coordinator for the Alabama Museum of Natural History in Smith Hall, said that was what Alabama looked like millions of years ago. For the past 35 years, the Alabama Museum of Natural History has ventured to parts of Greene County as part of an annual field trip, said Dalton Bryant, the receptionist for the museum. While dinosaur bones are not a regular find at the site, EspyBrown said remnants of prehistoric marine life are available in remarkable abundance.

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Museum lets students keep ancient remains FOSSIL FROM PAGE 1 “Technically, to be a dinosaur, you had to be a land animal,” Espy-Brown said. “For instance, we find a creature named the mosasaur, we have several here, and at that time there were lots of sharks.” Gradually, over millions of years, the erosion of the surface rock sediment at the site revealed the abundance of marine fossils, particularly shark teeth. “Sharks lose literally thousands of teeth in their lifetime,” Espy-Brown said. “Literally, you

can come back from the trip with bags and bags of shark teeth.” For the price of $25 per visit, the museum will transport participants to Greene County on Saturday to sift through the site. The group will leave from Smith Hall at 8 a.m. and will return by 5 p.m. Museum staff members prepare the participants by providing scientific background, and since the prehistoric shark teeth are available in such copious amounts at the site, participants are free to take them as souvenirs. “If somebody finds something that’s absolutely spectacular, we will keep it, but for the most part, people are allowed to keep

what they find,” Espy-Brown said. “Occasionally, someone will find something rare, like a mosasaur vertebrae. On an expedition in June, somebody found a plesiosaur [vertebra] which is pretty rare.” The reason it is so easy to discover such rare finds stems from the fact that Alabama is actually a preeminent state for fossil hunting. “We find creatures here that are rarely found in other places,” Espy-Brown said. “We have paleontologists come to Alabama from different places in the country often. I think that when students get out into the Alabama countryside, particularly for students who may be from other states, they might

have not ever wandered into Greene County by themselves otherwise.” Espy-Brown said the trip is open to anyone who’s interested and willing to explore the creeks and wooded areas on the site. “We do a lot of things like canoeing, so anybody who’s mobile and is well enough to get in and out of creeks is able to go on the trip,” she said. “I think it’s an interesting trip, and it helps people to understand the geology of Alabama. You’re hundreds of miles from the beach, but you’re surrounded by marine fossils. I think it’s a great sort of way to think about Alabama history and what creatures lived here.”

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Target pursues college students with Bullseye University, resonate with younger audience From MCT Campus The young girl in a T-shirt and shorts paces up and down her dorm room, occasionally stopping to vault herself on top of the bunk bed and then back down again. “Who finished the pizza?” she seems to ask no one in particular. “I did.” This millennial’s musings would seem typical of any bored college student, if it weren’t for the thousand or so people watching her online. For four days last week, Target live-streamed five YouTube personalities as they mused, joked, ate, slept and generally passed the time in makeshift dorm rooms outfitted with products sold by the Minneapolis-based retailer. Not quite commercial, not quite reality, Target’s digital experiment, dubbed Bullseye University, represents its most ambitious attempt to penetrate

the digital universe of college students. By scrolling over each room on BullseyeUniversity. com, viewers could also activate pop-up boxes that give information about the merchandise and links to purchasing them on Target.com. Brian Kelly, a retail consultant and former top marketing executive at Sears, says live-streaming millennials interacting with Target products gives Bullseye University an air of relevance “that’s not as creepy” as other voyeuristic projects. “Part of the message is the medium,” Kelly said. “And if you can find a way to drive commerce, then why not?” If Bullseye University seems a bit like “Real World,” MTV’s long-running reality show, well, that’s the point (MTV actually sponsored a concert on the site.) To connect with digital-savvy college students, Target officials

say they needed to move beyond commercials and circulars and focus on what resonates with the younger set. “The millennial guest is different from other generations, especially their media consumption,” Senior Vice President of Marketing Rick Gomez said in an interview. “They are all over digital, mobile, social. … So we have invested a significant part of the back-to-college campaign to the digital space.” For retailers, the back-toschool shopping season is the second-most-important period in the year behind Christmas, and college students drive most of the spending. The National Retail Federation last week estimated that back-to-college spending will hit $45.8 billion, nearly two-thirds of the entire season. Though the Retail Federation says fewer students will live in dorms this upcoming school year,

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moving out, you’re on your own, and moving into a dorm or first apartment. As a brand, it’s important to be there for the guest as they are shifting to a new life stage.” But converting millennials into long-term Target shoppers requires more than just a quirky slogan or a free product. Research shows that millennials are more immune to traditional marketing tactics. They watch far less television than other generations, instead relying on peer recommendations and social-media content to purchase something on their smartphones and tablets. Carol Spieckerman, president of the Newmarketbuilders consulting firm, said Bullseye University feels more like a digital experiment than a coherent marketing campaign aimed at college students. “It feels a little disjointed,” she said. “Retailers are running lots and lots of experiments at the same time in their stores. What Target has done is to take this multi-testing approach and apply it to digital, which gives Target much more flexibility but also makes it much more risky.”

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Former UA SGA president elected to city council By Mark Hammontree News Editor The Tuscaloosa City Council voted to adopt a resolution effectively electing the seven candidates running unopposed in the upcoming municipal elections on July 23. Among those elected through the resolution was Mayor Walt Maddox, who was never met with

opposition after announcing his plans for re-election earlier in the summer. Another of the seven unopposed candidates was Matt Calderone, the former president of the Student Government Association at The University of Alabama. Calderone, who will graduate in August, served as SGA president from 2012 until late spring 2013, after winning in a highly

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contested election. B e fo r e the sp r i n g term ended, Calderone announced his plans to run for the Tuscaloosa City Council seat for District 4, a seat previously held by Lee Garrison who himself had been elected to the seat as an undergraduate student at the University. Garrison is choosing to seek election as the chairman of the Tuscaloosa City Board of Education after having held his seat on the city council since 1997. In addition to assuring Maddox’s re-election as mayor, the resolution elected Calderone as well as Cynthia

Almond, Kip Tyner and Harrison Taylor to the city council. Earnestine Tucker and Norman Crow will take two uncontested seats on the Tuscaloosa City Board of Education. The three remaining seats on the city council and the remaining seats on the city board of education will be decided in the municipal election, which will take place Aug. 27. The seven who have already been dubbed elected will join the winners of the election for an inauguration ceremony in November, after CW | Austin Bigoney which, they will take on their Former SGA President Matt Calderone remains active in Tuscaloosa duties. politics.

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Boys and girls are not the same and should not be treated as such, said Monte Linebarger, an assistant principal at Westlawn Middle School in Tuscaloosa. Linebarger spoke July 18 to about 25 students and guests in the College of Communication and Information Sciences. George Daniels, an associate professor of journalism teaching a Race, Gender, Media class this summer, invited him to speak to the students. “I brought Linebarger to this class so that the students can get a real person to connect to,” Daniels said. “His presentation coincided with this class and brought people from the community in as well.” Linebarger has been researching the importance of treating boys and girls differ-

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ently for the last 10 years. His book, “Blueprint of a Master Teacher,” is a framework for dealing with ethics, leadership and classroom management. His most recent research focuses on gender differences in the classroom. “Guys are naturally aggressive,” Linebarger said. “It started when we were young.” He said boys should be allowed to express themselves differently and choose the kinds of activities and books that interest them. Often, what the school

dictates is catered more toward girls. “Girls have 25 percent bigger brains than boys,” Linebarger said. “The brain is responsible for certain things, which means boys are wired differently than girls.” Linebarger started his career at Dekalb County, Ga., which he said had its challenges. Yet, he insists that Westlawn is the most challenging school in Alabama. Linebarger said most boys at this school do not have a father or a mentor. “[He] may not have a meal when he goes home,” Linebarger said of a hypothetical male student at Westlawn. Halfway through the speech, Linebarger played the rap song “I’m Different” by 2Chainz. The song starts with, “I’m so high like an addict.” Some people in the room gasped and some snickered.

“I confiscated that song from a student in class,” Linebarger said. “This is what these boys look up to when they don’t have anyone to help guide them.” He looked around the room as people shook their heads at how children could listen to such a song. Linebarger said the key is reaching boys at an early age before it is too late. Linebarger said being a mentor requires you to do certain things you need to do to reach a child. Linebarger is a mentor to boys who seem angry and get disciplined in school for “being boys,” as he puts it. He also serves as a football and basketball coach. “Look at them straight in their eyes and find their interest,” Linebarger said about being an effective mentor. “Stick with what you say and be firm.”

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Page 4 Editor | John Brinkerhoff letters@cw.ua.edu Wednesday, July 31, 2013

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Reﬂecting on disappointments sparked by fear By John Speer Senior Staff Columnist This summer has been a long train of disappointments and abuses, which, if by design, could not have been more effective at promoting fear, dissonance and hatred in the American public. The recap is simple. The Supreme Court struck down a key provision of the historic Voting Rights Act, a young man’s murder went unanswered by the legal system, and we discovered the extent to which our government will transgress individual rights in the name of national security. The questions left by these incredible events are: Where do we go from here and how are they connected? Do we fan the flames of hysteria and rage in defiant public outcry, or do we look to ourselves and our culture for the answers to these problematic decisions? The answer, like the recap, is simple. We are responsible for what happens in our culture. Whether or not you agree with my perspective on these issues, there are problematic premises underlying all these events that we must examine. The provision, which protected the minority’s inviolable right to vote, was struck down under the premises that it was based on outdated ideologies and evidence, which bore no relationship to the present state of affairs. They were right; racism is certainly outdated, and the evidence for it should certainly bear no relationship to

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the present. However, when I walk into the neighborhoods, schools and churches of my state, not only is segregation still alive, but racism still beats in the hearts of more people than I care to admit. Visit Montgomery, Selma, Wilcox, Jackson or Mobile and see the segregated schools and voting districts redrawn along racial lines. Once the Supreme Court ruled, nine states immediately sent Voter ID legislation back to their state houses. This was of course to combat the serious and frequent offense of voter fraud – which occurs less than 1 percent of the time across the nation. So, why are we solving a nonexistent problem in a country that has experienced ever-decreasing voter turnout since the 19th century? Because, more than 11 percent of the population, most of them poor and not white, do not have government ID and cannot afford to take off work and spend hours at the DMV going to get one. More importantly, they don’t generally vote for the Republican legislatures enacting the laws. The real intent behind this law is to suppress individuals who would wield their power to vote against those

who would silence them. It’s no surprise Republicans can’t get these people to vote for them – they would rather practice and weave a web of deceit than approach American voters honestly. The implicit belief underlying voter ID is no different than a poll tax: We must fear the beliefs of others. It is the polite version of racism and classism. This same implicit ideology allowed a young, unarmed boy to be murdered on his way home. Trayvon Martin is dead because we live in a culture where it is acceptable and believed logical to make implicit judgments about individuals based on their appearance. These stereotypes transmit beliefs about people that have no basis in objective reality. Yet, a boy in a hoodie is not only criminal, but he is also complicit in his death because he looks like a criminal. I’ve heard so many varying versions of events, but one fact stands out clearly to me. A young boy was pursued by a man without a badge and without a warrant to harass him, and now he is dead. I’m told that George Zimmerman defended himself and that Martin’s death was the result of a mistake in judgment. These things are one side of the truth. Zimmerman would have had no need to defend himself had he not followed and harassed an unarmed boy. Who among us would not fight an armed stranger stalking us on our way home? Moreover, Zimmerman indeed made a mistake in judgment,

but his transgression was not a simple traffic citation – it was a murder. Yet, we are responsible for the culture which makes this permissible and exacerbates these atrocities. The wide-sweeping Fourth Amendment abuses committed by our government are acceptable because we live in constant fear of 9/11 reoccurring and under the despotism of the Patriot Act. What do the private phone calls of American citizens have to do with national security? Many other countries monitor the communications of their citizens, but we are supposed to live in a country where the process of law and order mandates a warrant and probable cause. I am not plotting to kill my fellow Americans, but why should I cede my right to privacy on the vague premise of national security? How does that make me safer? Does the surveillance regularly conducted on citizens in Iran or China make them feel safer or silenced? How long will our fear justify abuses? We allow our fear to control us and to choke our reason. As long as our reason is silenced by fear of one another, fear of different beliefs and fear of the unknown, we live in a prison of fear, built with the walls of cowardice and chained with the manacles of ignorance. Now, more than ever, we must reflect on our own complicity in the issues that face us in the present. John Speer is a graduate student majoring in secondary education.

In an era of 24-hour news, and the ability to carry the Internet around in the palm of your hand, it seems likely that Americans would be increasingly aware of current events on both the domestic and international levels. By nearly every conceivable metric, however, the average American’s knowledge of international affairs, and even current events in the United States, has been steadily declining. One of the major factors (though certainly not the only one) for this decline in knowledge is the for-profit news industry. Everybody agrees news channels have bias. If you watch the same story on two different news channels, Fox and MSNBC for instance, often times you will be presented with “facts” that are mutually exclusive of one another. This reality is the result of news no longer being designed to give the facts of a specific story, or keep people generally informed. Instead, its purpose is to keep as many people as watching as possible. Rupert Murdoch didn’t become a billionaire by merely reporting the facts of a matter. In order to keep people entertained, objective facts are almost entirely edited out of a story. In mere minutes, and with the creative manipulation of numbers, an expert statistician can take a seemingly high unemployment rate and make it look average, or even low. We are delivered the facts we want, ultimately leading us to either a flawed understanding, or a complete lack of comprehension of a story. The for-profit news industry doesn’t stop at distorting our understanding of facts, they often times replace real, newsworthy, world events with other stories because we are easily distracted. At the time of writing, there is still extreme political turmoil in Egypt, and Bradley Manning was recently found not guilty of being in violation of the espionage act. Meanwhile, the top news stories on several website to be speculations for the next iPhone and the size of a soda

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you can buy in New York City. The fact that there are stories that have important implications for the world that don’t make the headlines of websites is absurd. The news has become far too concerned with presenting entertaining with stories that are easy to digest instead of delivering real stories, as their ability to generate profit is less. As long as the presentation of facts is dependent on the almighty dollar, there will always be an issue. Even public news stations, like NPR, have resorted to some level of pandering. Running a news station isn’t free, so stations will have to report the news that the people funding them want to hear. Or, at a very minimum, not make them angry in the process of reporting the news. As much as I would love to offer a solution to the problem of for-profit news, I’m not sure there is one. There are certainly some deep-seeded flaws with the way our news is presented, but they are impossible to avoid without either regressing technologically or nationalizing all news outlets. The only reasonable advice I can offer is to be aware. Know where the news you’re hearing is coming from and know for whom it is intended. Keeping these things in mind will help to clear out some of the bias that is natural within our system. Lastly, if you see a story that looks interesting, it probably is. It never hurts to pursue a topic a little more on your own time. By looking to multiple sources for a story, not only will you become a more knowledge and worldly person, you will have a more well-rounded understanding of whatever story you choose to research.

Zachary McCann is a senior majoring in philosophy.

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Pope Francis, nontraditional stances may preserve the Catholic Church’s future By Nathan James Senior Staff Columnist

There is always a media circus surrounding the selection of a new pope, but it’s a shame that so much of that attention wanes once he’s been chosen. It’s likely that most Americans have heard about Pope Francis’ appointment to the head of the Catholic Church, but far fewer know about his dramatic breaks from traditional Catholic doctrine since he came to power. In fact, everyone should be informed about Pope Francis because he seems poised to alter some of the most enduring fixtures of modern Catholicism. Pope Francis seemed conservative enough at the time of his appointment, but his comments on issues

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like homosexuality, atheism, wealth and nontraditional families set him apart from the Catholic norm. Francis may be considered a “red letter” Christian; that is to say, he prioritizes Christ’s message of compassion over doctrines of condemnation. This is exemplified by Francis’

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recent comments on homosexual priests. “If they accept the Lord and have good will, who am I to judge them?” Francis told a news conference on Monday. “They shouldn’t be marginalized. The tendency [to homosexuality] is not the problem … they’re our brothers.” This is a far cry from the attitude of Pope Benedict, Francis’ predecessor, who said in a Christmas speech that homosexuality was destroying “the very essence of the human creature.” Surprisingly, Francis’ lack of judgment of gay priests isn’t his most divisive belief. In May, Francis implied that it is possible for atheists to do good and be redeemed in the eyes of God, touching off a firestorm of controversy and leading to a quasi-denouncement by church

officials. Francis has also condoned the use of contraceptives to prevent disease; offered his support to unwed mothers; condemned unchecked capitalism and lavish displays of wealth; and apologized for his predecessor’s hostility to the Muslim world. While these stances don’t actually contradict Catholic doctrine, they fly in the face of Catholic tradition. And in this case, they may help preserve the church’s place in an increasingly modern world. The fact of the matter is that worldwide and especially in the United States, individual opinion is shifting from Catholic doctrine. On social issues like gay marriage, the church has lagged behind the general population for decades. In many affluent countries, this is

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leading to slowed growth in the church compared to other belief systems. By focusing on Christ’s doctrine of compassion, Francis has accomplished two things. First, he has deemphasized some of the most controversial and divisive elements of the Catholic religion. And second, he has brought public attention to the parts of Catholicism that are most beneficial to society: namely, altruism and service. Francis has been the subject of some hostility from church officials because of his unorthodox views. But in the long run, I don’t see how he can hurt Catholicism by emphasizing the good they accomplish, rather than the people they condemn. Nathan James is a junior majoring in public relations.

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UA Natural History Museum plans 2 canoe trips By Karly Weigel Contributing Writer

student assistant for the Alabama Museum of Natural History, said she believes the Students and the Tuscaloosa event benefits Tuscaloosa in community are invited to multiple ways. participate in the Alabama “The North River Canoeing Museum of Natural History’s event strengthens the commuNorth River Canoeing event on nity by allowing residents and Lake Tuscaloosa. This daylong students to explore the natural event will be held on Aug. 1 environment of Tuscaloosa,” from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. And parPendleton said. “Relaxing on ticipants must stay with the Lake Tuscaloosa is a great way group for the duration of the to wrap up the summer during day. the final weeks before school.” Registration is $25 for museOn Aug. 2, the Alabama um members and $30 for nonMuseum of Natural History members. The day includes will also host a canoeing event transportation to the lake and on the Coosa River for para canoe rental. Participants are ticipants 12 years or older. encouraged to bring their own Participants will see Spanish lunch, bug spray and a change CW | Stephanie McNeal moss in the trees and ride down of clothes. On-site registration the Moccasin Gap. This event is is available for those who arrive event has been hosted for sev- swim. Participants will enjoy reserved for experienced swimprior to 8 a.m. Participants eral years. Only 20 partici- lunch at Treasure Island county mers and those with previous will meet at Smith Hall before pants are allowed to be in each park after a full day on Lake canoeing experience. The event group. Each member needs to Tuscaloosa. departure. will last two hours longer than Savannah Pendleton, a the North River Canoeing event. The North River Canoeing be 10 years or older and able to

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The North River and Coosa River canoe trips allow musuem members and non-members a chance to explore Alabama’s scenic rivers. Each daylong trip costs between $20-$30 and early registration is advised. On-site registration is available prior to 8 a.m. at Smith Hall before departure. The cost is $20 for museum members and $25 for non-members.

To register for the North River Canoeing event or Coosa River event, call 205-348-7550 or email museum.programs@ bama.ua.edu.

Many students daunted by setting up utilities, paying bills By Kyle Dennan Staff Reporter Students moving into their first apartments in the fall face the potentially daunting task of dealing with bills and having to set up their utilities, but there are several resources available to assist with this transition. Many students, of course, rely on family to guide them through this process. Katherine Kosich, a senior majoring in English who is originally from New Jersey, said she was thankful to have someone with experience giving her advice during her move. “I didn’t know anybody when I came to Alabama, so when I was going to move into my first apartment, I brought my mother and my aunt,” Kosich said. “I was a little spoiled in that they knew what to do. Setting up the utilities was not as daunting because of my family.” Kosich also said consulting with her family helped her

avoid wasting money. “I guess it’s better than my friends who lost a lot of money on packages they didn’t need – like cable, when they didn’t even watch TV,” Kosich said. For more basic utilities, online setup is often available. For instance, Alabama Power allows customers to set up service through a tab on the company’s website. “I didn’t really know what I was doing when I moved in,” Nadia Barksdale, a UA gradute, said. “It was really easy to deal with Alabama Power online, though. I did that instead of calling them.” The City of Tuscaloosa Water and Sewer Department has a similar online process for setting up these utilities, which is accessible at tuscaloosa.com/onlineservices. Since July 24, the Water and Sewer Department also has extended the hours for its customer service phone banks until 6 p.m. For internet and cable, many

students living off campus choose cable and Internet bundles through Comcast or AT&T. For those looking to reduce costs, some students choose to stick to television shows online. Laura Flowers, a senior majoring in English, said she saves money by using her Internet as a substitute for TV, cutting down on her monthly bill. “I had cable for about four months. I didn’t need cable because I was using Hulu and Netflix, so I shut it off. Now I’m just paying for that,” Flowers said. “Most people I know don’t even really use their TVs.” Flowers said she previously lived in an all-inclusive apartment, and all of her bills were paid with rent; however, now that each bill is paid individually, she said she tries to only pay what is absolutely necessary. “Only my water is included where I live now,” Flowers said. “I have to worry about my power and my gas. I didn’t get my gas turned on when I first moved in because it was early August, and there was no need for it.”

UA professor receives 2 national awards for hydrogeology research By Andy McWhorter Staff Reporter Chunmiao Zheng, a professor of geological sciences at The University of Alabama, was recently awarded the O.E. Meinzer Award by the Geological Society of America for his work in hydrogeology. The award has been presented annually since 1965 to an author or authors whose work or body of work has advanced the science of hydrogeology. Zheng has been a professor at the University since 1993, and his work focuses on hydrogeological, or groundwater, research. “A lot of drinking water comes from groundwater, but the groundwater can also be polluted,” Zheng said of his research field. “I study

how to protect groundwater from pollution.” Recipients of the Meinzer Award are selected from a list of nominees from the Hydrogeology Division of the GSA. The GSA Council then selects a winner from the nominees. For his award, Zheng was specifically cited for his work on the MT3D software, which simulated how contaminates move through groundwater. “It’s a computer model that I developed that’s used in over 100 countries to simulate how contaminates move subsurface,” Zheng said. “Another one was a textbook I published. Those are specifically cited in the awards. Also for my research in general on hydrogeology.” Zheng was also recently named the recipient of the

M. King Hubbert Award by the National Ground Water Association. According to the NGWA, the Hubbert Award is presented annually to a person who has made a major contribution to the groundwater industry through research, technical papers, teaching and practical applications. According to a press release from the University, Zheng also recently returned to China to help address the country’s water resource problems. There, he met with students and published several papers on China’s environmental issues. “I’m very honored to get this [award],” Zheng said. “I think this is the first time anyone’s been given both awards in one year.”

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Local food enthusiasts gather on the grounds of Caterbury Episcopal Church to browse and purchase from the many nearby vendors.

Homegrown Alabama to host Melon Festival By Karly Weigel Contributing Writer Homegrown Alabama will host its first annual Melon Festival at Canterbury Episcopal Church Thursday. The event is open to the public. Various types of watermelon, honeydew and cantaloupe will be for sale. Vendors will also have summer produce such as okra, tomatoes, eggplant, peas, goat cheese and naturally raised beef. Other items for sale include flowers, soap and herbs. Letterpress posters printed by Kate K. Barber will be available for purchase, and new 2013 Homegrown Alabama T-shirts and reusable tote bags will also be for sale. Activities for children include melon bowling, rind toss and watermelon sun catchers. Melon samples will also be available. Mo Fiorella, the H o m e g r ow n Alabama market manager, describes

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Homegrown Alabama as an important asset to the Tuscaloosa community. “We like to think our first Thursday events remind people that farmers markets are fun and that they are happening,” Fiorella said. “They bring people together and encourage more people to shop for healthy, fresh, local food. They also stimulate sales, which is good for our local economy.” Homegrown Alabama will host the Back-to-School BBQ Tailgate Sept. 5. Visitors can enjoy barbeque and sample different side dishes. Live music, kids’ crafts and take-home recipes

will be available. The tailgate hopes to remind visitors that the market will be around for two more months until fall break. Andrew Kesterson, owner of Belle Meadow Farm, is a new farmer and vendor at Homegrown Alabama. “Homegrown Alabama contributes to Tuscaloosa by giving all residents another option to buy local food that is healthy and delicious,” Kesterson. “Some people also may not be able to find time to make it to the other markets during the week and Homegrown offers a third day during the week that all Tuscaloosans can buy local produce. It also offers a convenient option for the University community to buy local produce and to support their local community.” Kesterson grows watermelon, a single variety of cantaloupe, honeydew and a “french melon” type of cantaloupe. Students and faculty

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Believe UA pairs mentors with struggling students By Karly Weigel Contributing Writer This fall, the Division of Student Affairs will once again be offering the mentoring program known as Believe UA for students struggling to adjust to the college atmosphere and having trouble keeping up with their classes. The Believe UA program began fall 2011 with only four mentors and eight mentees. Two years later, the program has grown to more than 40 mentors and close to 100 mentees. The program works to help students boost their confidence inside and outside the classroom. Believe UA helps students who may be struggling to adjust to college life at the University by partnering themwith an older mentor who can help. The program allows for both mentors and mentees to help each other succeed. Mentors are typically juniors

and seniors in the Honors College. No formal application is needed to apply, and a semester commitment to the program is required. Mentor training focuses on accountability, conflict resolution, effective communication and leadership. Mentors also enroll in an academic course through the College of Human Environmental Sciences. Many mentors come from referrals from former mentors who had a positive experience with the program. Tim Hebson, UA dean of students, developed the program with the help of two graduate students, James Gannon and Brandon Pilot. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The most important thing is helping UA students, one student at a time, graduate and move on with their lives. Last fall, the average mentee increased their GPA by .79, and we saw an increase of .45 on average in the spring,â&#x20AC;? Hebson said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thus, the program

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Teachers organization hosts forum for city school board

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City school board candidates answer questions for parents and citizens at a public meeting at Central High School. By Mark Hammontree News Editor T u s c a l o o s a - Vo i c e of Teachers and Educators hosted a public forum for candidates seeking election or reelection to the Tuscaloosa City Board of Education. The forum, which took place in the Central High School auditorium, was organized to allow parents and citizens of Tuscaloosa access to the candidates for the controlling board of the city school system. “As the interest group representing the teachers, administrators, and educational support personnel

of the Tuscaloosa City Schools, it is imperative that we involve ourselves in the election of the Tuscaloosa City School Board,” Nick Rose, chairman of T-VOTE, said. T-VOTE is the political action committee for the Tuscaloosa City Schools’ Alabama E d u c at i o n As s o c i at i o n affiliates, the Professional Educators of Tuscaloosa, and Tuscaloosa - Educational Support Personnel. The AEA is the statewide organization representing teachers, administrators and other public school faculty in the state. Twelve of the candidates seeking election to the city

school board attended the forum where each gave a 30-second opening address before having one minute each to answer a question posed by a three person board from T-VOTE. The candidates in attendance were Lee Garrison and Denise Hills, who are each running for the chairman position, James Minyard, Earnestine Young, Earnestine Tucker, Kelly Horwitz, Harry Lee, Joe Gattozzi, Marvin Lucas, John Lollar and Erskine Simmons. Over a hundred members of the community attended the forum including current and former educators, city officials

and parents. Rose said it was important that teachers and administrators have this opportunity to question the candidates about their plans for running the school system over the length of the four year term city board of education officials serve. “Educators should always pay close attention to the views of candidates, in particular the views of candidates who impact education,” Rose said. “This forum is an opportunity for teachers, administrators and support personnel to seek answers to the questions that we all have regarding the facilities we work in, the stu-

dents we service and specific issues regarding our profession.” Candidates were first asked what they would do if they had the sole authority to change one thing about the city’s school system. The candidates spoke on a number of topics facing Tuscaloosa City Schools from parent involvement to common core to the “failing schools” designation linked to the Alabama Accountability Act, passed in the state legislature. While the incumbent candidates tended to highlight the improvements that the city school system has seen over

the past several years with regard to drop-out and graduation rates, their opposition suggested that the progress was coming too slow. Almost all the candidates spoke of their confidence and pride the in the superintendent for Tuscaloosa City Schools, Dr. Paul McKendrick. While two of the board seats were effectively determined July 23 when the city council approved a resolution electing all unopposed candidates, the remaining five seats on the board of education and the chairman will be determined Aug. 27 along with the other municipal elections.

Students particpate in ROTC training course at Ft. Knox By Rachel Brown Contributing Writer This summer, multiple UA students joined others from across the country to attend the Army ROTC Leader’s Training Course in Fort Knox, Ky. The course, which is designed for students in between their sophomore and junior years of college, is a four-week intensive course to teach the cadets the

inner workings of the Army. Graduation of the course ultimately allows them to enter into their school’s ROTC advanced program as a thirdyear student. The course is divided into four different phases that all emphasize physical fitness, leadership, ethics, weapons training and field training. Cadets participate in ropes courses, rappelling, water survivor training, classroom lessons, leadership lessons,

field navigation exercises and much more throughout their four weeks in the program. Students from The University of Alabama attended the course this summer in hopes of learning more about the Army and leadership with the intent of joining the Army ROTC program in the fall. “This is a really good place to start,” said Natalie Matos, a junior at the University

participating in the course. Matos and other students planned to use the LTC to become acquainted with Army life and learn more about being an officer in the military. Rebecca Zook, media relations for the LTC, said that the course is divided into seven different companies. “We have seven companies total go through the course throughout the summer: Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, Delta,

Echo, Foxtrot and Golf. Each company has a different schedule and start and end date.” Zook said. So far, Alpha, Bravo, Charlie and Delta have all graduated from the course. The LTC is unique to the Army and a part of what they call Operation Bold Leader. Although physically taxing and mentally challenging, the four-week course allows students to experience personal growth while

gaining valuable leadership experience. It is advantageous to students who may not have known the benefits of ROTC when entering college or who recently decided to pursue a military career. The course gives students the opportunity to become an officer in the U.S. Army. Additionally, students entering the ROTC program in the fall become eligible for stipend and tuition assistance until graduation.

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Ministry helps women with life post-prison

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The McDonald Hughes Community Center on Martin Luther King Blvd. houses the mentoring program on Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. By Lauren Ferguson Managing Editor Roxanne Harris never thought she would be coordinating a women’s prison ministry, but after 13 years, she continues to serve the community and enjoys every moment of it. Woman2Woman Empowerment, founded by Harris in 1998, evolved from a small women’s bible study to a faith-based community service organization, ministering to women. The organization offers multiple programs including a women’s alliance, workshops, conferences and a prison aftercare program. In 2012, the organization relocated to Tuscaloosa after Harris and her husband decided to move. “We moved here in 2012. We moved here from Texas,” Harris said. “We came here to see if we could be of service to this community.” Harris leads the Empowering Choices Jail and Prison Ministry that operates with the Tuscaloosa County Jail. The program allows women to voluntarily meet with Harris and program volunteers after being released. The faith-based

program focuses on re-entry and life management sessions to aid women transitioning back into the community. “We are a faith-based organization, so we cover a faithbased perspective,” Harris said. “We talk to them about self-esteem, about anger management, about forgiveness – forgiving themselves, forgiving others and that their time in jail does not define them. We’ve graduated two sessions from the county jail, and our third class will start Aug. 7.” Harris said the women must contact the organization once they are released to begin the program. “When the ladies are released from county, state or federal jail, the first 65 days are the most important,” she said. “So they need some help transitioning back into the community. We started the mentoring and aftercare program to try and fill in that gap for them.” As of spring 2013, the mentoring program is held Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the McDonald Hughes Center. Since its relocation, Empowering Choices Jail and Prison Ministry has served around 15 women. “It’s a matter of public

safety actually that benefits Tuscaloosa,” Harris said. “When I talk to people, I always tell them, you are doing a thing for public safety. These women – it’s not like they don’t know how to make money – they know how to make money. If we don’t help them learn how to be on the right side of the law and show them how it will benefit them to be upstanding citizens, when they revert back to bad behavior, your house looks just as good as any other house to break into.” Not only does the prison ministry benefit the Tuscaloosa community, but it also benefits the women through counseling and mentoring, Harris said. “As far as it benefits the ladies, it shows them that they can be more than what they used to be, that there is always another chance to work and be consistent with it,” she said. “There are people out here that don’t want anything from them. They just want the best for them.” Tiffany Richardson, a volunteer for Empowering Choices Jail and Prison Ministry, said one of the most rewarding aspects of this program is simply helping the women and community. “It benefits the Tuscaloosa community because the ladies get tools to use once they get home and skills such as how to apply for a job, how to dress for a job and ways to survived the day to day lifestyle and pressures,” she said. Richardson, who was introduced to Harris through a mutual friend, has been volunteering for the past six months. She said the ages of women in the program range from late teens to 60s and older. While the ministry has been established in Tuscaloosa for over a year, Richardson said many in the community do not know much about it, and the organization is hoping to spread the word.

“Not a lot of people know about [the prison ministry], and we want to get the word out about it,” Richardson said. “Roxanne goes above and beyond with the day-to-day things they need – whether it’s taking them to get food or get clothes.” Harris said the 501c3 organization accepts volunteers and donations. Currently, the group is accepting donations for welcome home hygiene bags. “We are asking people to donate deodorant, toothpaste and toothbrushes, and we put them in a bag for the ladies when they come out,” Harris said. “So that is one less area for them to seek help as far asking their relatives for money. They have a full-sized hygiene kit they will need for

the first month or so.” A d d i t i o n a l l y, Harris said while the prison ministry doesn’t have a need for vo l u n t e e r s at present, they hope to have plenty of vo l u n t e e r opportunities in the future for college students and the community. For more information, visit woman2womanempowerment. org. Submitted

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Local programs feed the hungry By Alexandra Ellsworth Staff Reporter Joel Bray walks around barefoot in the sandy soil of Shining Light Garden in Vero Beach, Fla., as he explains to a group of about 20 students from The University of Alabama how to properly harvest an onion. “If the stem is broken and laying over sideways, that is when you know it’s ready,” he said. The students get to work pulling sweet onions out of the ground, one of the many tasks they would tackle during the week volunteering at the garden. Shining Light Garden is a nonprofit organization that grows fresh, organic vegetables to help feed the homeless and hungry in Vero Beach, Fla. All of the vegetables grown are given away for free to soup kitchens, homebound seniors, food pantries and

homeless camps. The organization began in Bray’s backyard and since then has expanded to around 20 acres of land that people in the community have donated to Bray for use. He uses volunteers, like the group of students from Alabama, to help take care of the large garden. Rowdy Spradling, a senior majoring in criminal justice, was one of those volunteers and was inspired by the work Bray is doing in Florida. “A couple weeks before spring break, I really got on this farming kick. Then I ended up working on the garden, and I was really inspired by Joel’s flower section,” Spradling said. “He grows flowers, and then some ladies who volunteer with hospice come and cut them to put inside patient’s rooms. It got me thinking that this is something I could do.”

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419 class has partnered with Secret Meals, a nonprofit organization started by the Alabama Credit Union to make sure children are fed during the 48 hours on the weekend they are not at school. Secret Meals began in 2008 when Alabama Credit Union realized there was a gap in children’s eating. The credit union partnered with the West Alabama Food Bank to provide children who are identified as going hungry over the weekend with meals. “When they are at school, they are provided with free or reduced cost meals; however, children who have been identified as going hungry have nothing during the 48 hours when they are home for the weekend,” Kelley Jones, Secret Meals program coordinator, said. Jones said school officials, such as teachers or lunchroom workers, identify children exhibiting signs of hunger like hoarding food as the weekend approaches and then eating everything they can get their hands on Monday morning. “People automatically assume that hunger is something that happens in another country, and it’s not something here,” Jones said. “However, 20 percent of Alabama’s children are living below the poverty line.” The hunger problem can be amplified by poor education about local, healthy food and the subsidization of cheap processed food. Druid City Garden Project is an organization that uses school gardens, farm stands and educational programs to help diverse communities in Alabama preserve cultural food history and build vibrant food systems. “In 2008, our founders began a documentary about Alabama food history, interviewing our state’s farmers and eating only locally grown food for a year,” Lindsay Turner, executive director of DCGP, said. “They quickly realized that Alabama has lost its connection to farming and local economies. They set out to make a change.”

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Alabama students volunteered at Shining Light Garden in Vero Beach, Fla., which provides food to the homeless and hungry. Turner said hunger, malnutrition and obesity are inter-connected and are major problems in Tuscaloosa and Alabama as a whole. “While [hunger, obesity and malnutrition] seem like parallel problems, they are, in fact, intertwined,” Turner said. “We have a food system which subsidizes the cheap production of processed corn that, in turn, creates cheap calories. This is the simplified version of why you see low income neighborhoods with high densities of fast food and corner markets and yet, no grocery store. The USDA calls areas like these ‘food deserts’ and residents who live here typically have little to no access to fresh, affordable food.” Tuscaloosa has a number of classified food deserts, including areas where some of DCGP’s gardens are located. “This is why one of our core mission principals is to provide affordable food to all communities in Alabama and why we run weekly, on-site, student-run farm stands, where we subsidize the

produce,” Turner said. The farm stands are a part of DCGP’s Budding Entrepreneurs program, where elementary students learn basic business skills while providing their families with an opportunity to purchase garden-fresh produce. Currently, DCGP has three gardens: University Place Elementary School, Stillman Heights – the temporary location of UPES after the April 27, 2011, tornado – and Tuscaloosa County Juvenile Detention Facility. This fall, Turner said they hope to expand to Woodland Forrest Elementary, Oakdale Elementary and the Sunshine School in Hale County. Spradling said it was encouraging to learn about other groups in Tuscaloosa trying to give back to the community and help fight issues like hunger. “It’s cool to hear about those things,” he said. “I didn’t know about a lot of them before. But I am excited to know about new ways I can help get involved in helping the community.”

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DRESS FOR Recruitment SUCCESS By Becky Robinson | Culture Editor

Sorority recruitment is right around the corner, and while that means new friends, new sisters and new houses, it also brings quite the fashion dilemma. There are also speciﬁc activities each day, so here are some tips to make sure you dress right for the occasion.

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SKIT DAY: For skit day, it’s time to break out the nicer clothes when you’re attending the house parties. Since you’ll be getting more one-on-one time with the girls in the sororities, choose a dress that’s chic and more professional. Make sure you don’t wear anything too short or revealing. A great lace overlay dress would be a perfect option in this case. If your dress seems a bit too strappy or revealing, throw on a light cardigan. Heels are a great option for this day, but keep them on the shorter side because you’ll be doing some walking.

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PHILANTHROPY DAYS: Philanthropy days give the girls a way to give back to their new community through volunteering. Since you’re going to be getting down and dirty, opt for a comfy cotton T-shirt (provided by Alabama Panhellenic Association) and some shorts. Most girls opt for a pair of chic, ﬂat sandals and casual shorts. Keep your makeup natural, toss your hair into a cute bun or ponytail and you’re ready to go!

OPEN HOUSES: Open houses give all the rushes the chance to look inside the beautiful houses The University of Alabama has to offer. It’s also your first chance to make a great impression. For open houses, opt for a breezy sundress and some gladiators or other stylish flats – save your heels and wedges for later. Your dress can be any color, print or fabric that reflects your personality, but don’t go overboard. You want to look classy and stand out for a good reason.

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Tuscaloosa offers variety of fall activities By Megan Miller | Staff Reporter

With the fall semester fast approaching, incoming freshmen, transfer students and upperclassmen alike may be searching for ways to make the most of their fall semester at the Capstone. Whether it be great eats, ways to get outside or fun and artistic activities to enjoy with friends, Tuscaloosa offers many ways to help students make the most of their time here. EXPERIENCE A FOOTBALL GAME IN BRYANT-DENNY STADIUM: This one is especially for those who have yet to experience a fall semester at the University. The excitement one experiences watching a game on television pales in comparison to the surge of energy you feel upon entering Bryant-Denny. Everyone is decked out in crimson and white with shakers in hand, ready to cheer the Crimson Tide to another victory. To experience the full effect of game day, be sure to take a stroll along the Quad to check out everyone’s tailgate setups.

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TAKE A TOUR OF THE PAUL W. BRYANT MUSEUM: Located on the University’s campus, this is a necessity for any Alabama football fanatic. Open daily from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., the museum is dedicated to “educating and inspiring a universal audience about the signiﬁcant contributions and accomplishments of University of Alabama collegiate athletes,” according to the museum’s website. Those interested in planning a visit can ﬁnd more information about upcoming events at www.bryantmuseum.com.

WALK ALONG THE BLACK WARRIOR RIVER AT SUNSET: Students and residents of Tuscaloosa may not know how valuable the Black Warrior River is to the state of Alabama. The Black Warrior River Watershed provides water to 17 counties across the state. Taking a stroll along the river at sunset enhances the beauty that the river has to offer by itself and can provide a tranquil way to unwind from a long day of class. Those with a more adventurous side can rent kayaks from the UA Outdoor Recreation Center to take in the view while paddling the river.

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ATTEND A KENTUCK ART NIGHT OR THE KENTUCK FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS: Kentuck Gallery, a piece of Tuscaloosa culture, hosts monthly art nights as well as an annual festival to display the work of many Tuscaloosa artists. The festival will take place October 19-20 and offers live music, storytelling, food, hands-on art activities as well as art vendors selling their work. Art Night takes place the ﬁrst Thursday of each month. Kentuck selects local artists to present their work and offers music from local musicians and homemade pizza with local ingredients made in their cob oven. Art Night is held in the Courtyard of Wonders from 5 p.m.-8 p.m. For more information on both of these events, visit www.kentuck.org.

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By Lauren Ferguson During a recent trip visiting a longtime friend, I was introduced to the growing trend and culture of protein shakes. Yes, these blended beverages are often associated with trips to the gym, sweaty athletic wear and workout-obsessed men. Not only was I judgmental toward these meal replacement drinks, but I just couldn’t understand how a protein shake could taste like German chocolate cake – or monster cookie for that matter. I was wrong. For those who aren’t familiar with protein shakes, these drinks come in a variety of combinations of proteins, carbohydrates and fats. Protein powders, which are the main source of protein in these shakes,

can be made from milk, whey, casein, egg, soy or rice. Protein is one of the body’s main builders of muscle, bone and skin and thus is a main staple in most athletes’ diets. Protein has been proven to curb cravings, reduce muscle fatigue and help weight-watchers stay slim. Aside from occasional runs or sporadic trips to the UA Rec Center, my athletic routine disappeared the moment I stepped on campus three years ago. Thankfully, these shakes are not exclusive to overworked athletes and can be easily incorporated into a busy student’s schedule. While my first shake experience was not in a kitchen but rather a protein shake store (it’s a booming business in the North), these drinks can cater to a variety of needs.

Below is an easy protein shake recipe that can be made in your dorm or apartment and can keep away the stomach growls and cravings in class. While this particular recipe caters to those who enjoy peanut butter (and is vegetarian and gluten-free friendly), protein shake ingredients can easily be modified to satisfy different tastes or dietary needs.

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Magnets and Ghosts is set to perform music from its debut album “Mass” at Green Bar. By Taiza Troutman Contributing Writer Dean Roland, of the famous musical getup Collective Soul, has added a side project to his impressive résumé: the band Magnets and Ghosts, which will be making a stop in Tuscaloosa on its summer tour. The band consists of Roland and Ryan Potesta and their instrumentalists Will Flowers and Taylor White, who were added for the tour. Roland and Potesta have been working together musically for few years now.

College, social media can help your brand BRANDED FROM PAGE 1 as being part of that organization. If you can fast track your relationship with an employer, and make them feel like they already know you, the risk of hiring you has moved from high to low.” People make decisions based on intellectual decision making, but often there is a gut feeling that plays a part, Nelson said. “The person who seems to fit the company the best will get the job,” she said. Bramlett said it is important for students to be working on creating their personal brand now while they are in college. “It’s a very simple process that begins with determining what you would like your personal brand to convey,” she said. “What adjectives do you want to be associated with you? What adjectives are associated with you now? The great thing about starting while you are in college is that if you still have skills or experiences that you need to build to get to where you want to be, there are opportunities everywhere to gain those skills and experiences.” Bramlett said if students are unsure of the types of skills they need to have, it is good to seek out help from family, professors and other professionals. “Opportunities to refine your personal brand are out there. Sometimes they just have to be uncovered,” said Bramlett. “Once you’ve determined what your personal brand is going to

“Ryan and I started having writing sessions almost three years ago, which turned into studio sessions. We are now embarking on our third stage, which is going on tour,” Roland said. Magnets and Ghosts will be playing music from its debut album “Mass,” released in November 2011. “Fundamentally, it’s rock music, but it’s a little more atmospheric,” Roland said. “It’s still melody and guitar. It’s definitely not hard rock stuff. We are inspired mostly by personal experience, relationships,

deaths and addiction issues. We try to keep it real and write about things we know.” Though Magnets and Ghosts is a fairly new band, Roland and Potesta are no strangers to music and performing. “I’m also in a band called Collective Soul, [and] Ryan went to Berkley school of music in Boston,” Roland said. “We started working together with Collective Soul once he graduated. We’ve mostly performed small bars and venues, which will be the case with the tour too, but we’re making it more extensive.”

be, own it. Everything you do should reinforce your personal brand. Never underestimate the effects of your actions, whether positive or negative.” Both Nelson and Bramlett said a resume is not enough to warrant getting a job. “That’s why I think [relationships] are absolutely critical, because everyone has a great résumé,” Nelson said. “If you have a tough conversation, and I don’t mean awkward or inappropriate, but if you are a person who can communicate really well, that’s really more important.” A person’s résumé is a small part of who they are, Bramlett said. “[It] can’t convey your personality, your intangible strengths, or your personal and professional philosophy,” she said. “These are all things you would evaluate and develop on your journey toward personal branding. Your personal brand is a script for how you would convey this information to someone else.” Additionally, there is a right and wrong way to create a personal brand. “It cannot be just a cosmetic, make a logo brand,” Nelson said. “That is not true branding. Branding moves someone from familiarity to absolute loyalty, and it takes work. If you are too familiar and I don’t feel like we know each other yet, it will fail. You can’t act like you have a relationship with a person before you do. It is weird.” It’s important to be genuine when interviewing for a job, and Nelson said including personal stories or experiences can help set an applicant a part. “I always talk about personal experiences,” she said. “You

have to be strategic because when you think about it, everyone will say the same thing.” Professors and professionals alike agree that social media can be a double-edged sword when creating a personal brand. “Social media can be a great contributing factor to branding yourself, but it can also seriously derail all your efforts to brand yourself if it isn’t consistent with the other pieces of your personal brand,” Bramlett said. “After you’ve determined your personal brand, write and act from that script. A blog is great for people in certain professions that value written communication or social media, but they’re not for everyone. Social media is a great way to get the message of your personal brand out there in the world.” However, Bramlett said there are a few good things to keep in mind when posting online. “Whether you’re posting a status, tweeting, or posting pictures or videos, each of these items will either add to or retract from your personal brand, so post carefully,” she said. “A good rule of thumb is to make sure everything you post is safe for your grandma to read or view. Just keep in mind that at any moment your new boss can look at your social media posts. As we all know, once it’s out there, it’s hard to hide or get rid of it, so be cautious.” Chris Roberts, an assistant professor in the journalism department, said having an Internet presence is beneficial. “Everything we do is about being able to communicate,” he said. “What I want is students who are blogging. In fact, we require that in JN 101. But even beyond that, I try to get them

The “Light My Flame” tour will be the band’s touring debut, and they will play venues in cities nationwide including New Orleans, La., Philadelphia, Penn., New York City and Washington, D.C. They will close in their hometown of Atlanta, Ga. “We think it’ll be fun to get out and tour with this band,” Roland said. “I like the Northeast, and I lived in New York for a while, so I have a lot of good friends there. Atlanta is always good because it’s the hometown, and we’re excited about playing Tuscaloosa for the first time as well. We’re super excited to play our music live because the songs will take on a life of their own.” Magnets and Ghosts will be performing along with Nashville, Tenn., native rock band Sound and Shape and Tuscaloosa’s own Organic Androids. Sound and Shape is a threemember progressive rock band that has been performing since 2005. Band members Ryan Caudle, David Somerall and Allen Jones have toured heavily, performing over 400 shows in three years. The band’s music has gained national recognition from their tour and with their release of their album “Where Machines End Their Lives” as well as their EPs, “The Love Electric,” “Hourglass” and

“Now Comes the Mystery.” Local band Organic Androids is comprised of six mem• What: Magnets and bers: Jeremy Holder, Justin Hammonds, Skylar Bush, Drew Ghosts with Sound and Shelnutt, John McNair and Shape and Organic Grant Bramlett. The band combines elements of hip-hop, clasAndroids sical, electronica and funk to create its one-of-a-kind sound. • When: Friday, Aug. 2, Green Bar’s event coordinaat 10 p.m tor David Allen said he really enjoys the Organic Androids’ • Where: Green Bar fresh sound. “The band is among the most • Cost: $3 cover ambitious in T-Town,” Allens said. “Everything is really tight. You can tell they work hard at nitely of this era. Like Grimes, it. Their sound feels familiar yet St. Vincent, their foundation is completely new. They’re defi- hip-hop.”

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to write as much as they can. Ultimately, writing is thinking, and thinkers are usually good writers.” Bramlett encouraged students to visit the Career Center to help with the specifics of creating a personal brand. “Your brand should be specific enough to make you stand out amongst your peers, but it should also be general enough to give employers the impression that no matter what they may assign you or ask you to do, you’ll have the knowledge, skills and abilities to accomplish that task,” Bramlett said.

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Kentuck remodels building after bat infestation By Becky Robinson Culture Editor After dealing with a bat infestation this spring, Kentuck Art Center is still repairing the damage left behind. Emily Leigh, the interim director of Kentuck, said the bats were not the main cause of the nearly $11,000 bill the art center racked up. Leigh said the building had many broken windows and a roof with many issues. “To keep the bats out, you have to seal up all the holes – they can get in a hole the size of a dime,” Leigh said. “We

have to close all that up to keep them out.” In addition to the repairs needed before the bats arrived, Leigh said Bama Exterminating, the company relocating the bats, also did its fair share of damage. She said they took out the drop ceilings, tore out the duct work and severed some wiring. “[The exterminators] brought in equipment, they made noise and by the time we moved a whole building out, we’d rattled [the bats] a bit,” Leigh said. Leigh said the extermina-

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Kentuck racked up a nearly $11,000 bill to rid the building of bats in the attic.

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A main problem with bat infestation is the bat feces, guano, which can impact people’s respiratory systems. The main problem with bats is their guano, or feces, which is powdery and easily gets into the air. “[Guano] can build up and can impact people’s respiratory systems,” Steingberg said.

“People can have allergies to it. People can have reactions to it, especially those with asthma.” While Kentuck remodels their buildings, the center has moved to the Clarke Building,

which now houses the main office and gallery space. “We had a nice place to move to on our campus,” Leigh said. “And we still have all our same programming like Art Night and Kentuck for Kids.”

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Tide soccer team poised for success in SEC By Nick Sellers Staff Reporter The start of the Alabama women’s soccer season is less than three weeks away, and the Crimson Tide athletes are looking to build upon last season’s success and achieve more in 2013. With eight games against teams that made the NCAA Tournament last season and 11 matches against SEC competitors, the Tide will be stacked up against extremely stiff competition this upcoming season. The team will also be facing many past-tournament teams on the road, something senior goalkeeper Shelby Church said will hopefully strengthen the team’s resolve as the season progresses. “The more we’re acclimated to different places and venues, the better we can play as a team wherever we are,” Church said. Last season, her first eligible season after transferring from the University of Southern California, Church grabbed 58 saves and recorded three full shutouts, one of which was the signature win against No. 11 Florida.

Adapted golf team ﬁrst in United States GOLF FROM PAGE 1 wins over the summer, winning matches at the Music City Classic in Nashville, Tenn., and the USTA Geranium Festival Tennis Tournament in McDonough, Ga. Ford Burttram, who will serve as head coach for the team, is no stranger to Alabama’s adapted athletics program. Burttram spent time as a player and captain for the first three years of

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The Tide will face stiff competition this upcoming season that will start in less than three weeks. Alabama will play nine home games this fall, including Tennessee and LSU. The win was the program’s first against the Gators, in addition to being the highest ranked team the Tide has ever defeated. The Crimson Tide will commence the 2013 campaign Aug. 17 with a neutral-site match against Clemson in Atlanta, Ga., before hitting the road again to take on Wake Forest in Winston Salem, N.C. The first home game will be Aug. 30 against the Georgia State Panthers with a two-day

turnaround against Mercer. The SEC slate will start in Gainesville, Fla., against the defending regular season conference champs, Florida. Fellow senior Molly Atherton, who led the team in shots last season with 61, affirmed the logic of playing challenging teams on the road. “When you travel, there aren’t as many distractions,” said Atherton, who was the Tide’s third-leading scorer

and second-best in SEC play. “Your mind is completely focused on soccer and the match ahead, which helps us all play better.” Coach Todd Bramble, entering his sixth season as head of the Crimson Tide soccer team, led the Tide to a 8-9-2 record last season with a 3-8-2 record in conference play. In addition to the program’s benchmark victory over the Florida Gators, Bramble coached three All-SEC performers

– Merel Van Dongen, Katie Bourgeois and Pia Rijsdijk – the most in Alabama history. Though the schedule daunts some, Atherton said she believes the team can still realistically make a significant postseason run. “To be honest, I’m hoping Sweet Sixteen,” she said. “Hopefully we can finish in the top five in the SEC, perhaps get an SEC title and make the tournament again.” Church said she expects

results of an intrinsic value. “We’re here to make a name for ourselves,” Church said. “We’re here to be the team everyone expects us to be, and to prove to ourselves that we are the team we say we are.” Alabama will play nine home games this fall, including matches against SEC foes Tennessee, LSU and Texas A&M. The regular season and home finale will see the Crimson Tide face against arch rival Auburn.

the men’s basketball team, as well as spending the past few seasons as an assistant coach to both wheelchair basketball teams. “It’s the first time I’ve been a head coach of a program, and it’s a little bit different. But it is something I am ready for,” Burttram said. “My goal for the team this year is to get three to 10 players hitting the golf ball, being independent on the golf course and to send at least two players to two tournaments next summer.” While the adapted department is working with its

sponsor, Eagle Sports Chairs, to build specially designed golf chairs that are around $3,000 each, Hardin said they are also working toward buying specialized golf carts that would allow players to navigate on the green or stand up directly over the ball. Those, however, cost more than $20,000 each, but the University is working on grants to help possibly purchase a cart in the future. The team, which currently has three members, will also be open to any student with a disability. Burttram said even those who do not want to play on the

team but just want to learn to play adapted golf are welcome to join them. All three new sports are accepting members with tryouts only being held if the team is full, as the basketball teams do. Every member of both basketball teams are on at least partial scholarships, and the program is looking to help provide scholarships for the three newest sports as well. “Our student-athletes work just as hard as any other athletes in other athletic programs do, and we want them to get the recognition they deserve,”

Burttram said. Hardin said he believes this is only the beginning for adapted athletics, especially at Alabama. “When we started the women’s program in 2003, there were only two other programs in the country with wheelchair basketball, and we have had some good growth in that area,” Hardin said. “The SEC is really a leader in wheelchair athletics now, with Alabama, Auburn and the addition of Missouri. We have more than any other conference in terms of adapted athletic teams.” As the only program of its

kind, the adapted golf team will travel to other tournaments around the Southeast, but for now, they can’t bring another athletic title to Tuscaloosa. “There is no way to have a singles or team national champion yet, since we are the only program in the nation,” Burttram said. “I guess you could say for now, we’re the national champions … I’m just kidding.” Humor aside, The University of Alabama, with experience on its side, could soon be the first national champion in adapted golf when other universities add the sport.

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Alabama releases men’s golf schedule for 2013-14 season By CW Staff

CRIMSON TIDE MEN’S GOLF SCHEDULE •

Sept. 13-15, Olympia Fields/Fighting Illini Invitational Olympia Fields Country Club Olympia Fields, Ill.

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Feb. 23-25, Puerto Rico Classic Rio Mar Country Club (River Course) Rio Grande, Puerto Rico

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March 7-9, Southern Highlands Collegiate Masters Southern Highlands Golf Club Las Vegas, Nev.

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March 22-23, Linger Longer Invitational Reynolds Landing Golf Club Greensboro, Ga.

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April 4-6, Mason Rudolph Championship Vanderbilt Legends Club Franklin, Tenn.

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April 25-27, SEC Championship Seaside Golf Course St. Simons Island, Ga.

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The Alabama men’s golf head coach Jay Seawell announced the release of the Crimson Tide’s 2013-14 schedule Tuesday, which will place the defending national champions in some of the most challenging tournaments in the country – and some outside of the United States. “This year’s schedule should be a tremendous test for our golf team as we try and build toward the 2014 SEC and NCAA championships,” Seawell said. “One of the things we try to do when we make our schedule is to not only challenge our team in a way to make them better, but to also give them the opportunity to play some of the best golf courses in this part of the world. This year’s schedule certainly meets all of those criteria.” With the Walker Cup slated for Sept. 7-8, the Crimson Tide will begin the fall portion of its schedule Sept. 13-15 at the Olympia Fields/Illini Invitational at Olympia Field Country Club outside of Chicago.

This will be the third time in four years Alabama has competed in the tournament. Alabama will return home to host the Jerry Pate National Collegiate Invitational at the Old Overton Club located in Vestavia Hills, Ala., where the field will play 36 holes Monday, Oct. 7, and the final 18 Tuesday, Oct. 8. The Crimson Tide has captured five of the last seven team titles at the course. Alabama will then make its sixth consecutive appearance at the Isleworth Collegiate Invitational in Windermere, Fla., Oct. 20-22. The Crimson Tide will finish the 2013 fall slate at the Gifford Collegiate at Pelican Hill Golf Club in Newport Beach, Calif., Nov. 4-5. The spring season begins in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico, in the Puerto Rico Classic at the Rio Mar Country Club Feb. 23-25. This will make the Tide’s 10th consecutive visit to Puerto Rico, a place where it has claimed the team title in 2008, 2011, 2012 and 2013.

The second tournament of the spring, the Querencia Cabo Invitational, is a new event for the Crimson Tide. The tournament is being held March 2-4, at the Querencia Country Club in Los Cabos, Mexico. Ole Miss won the 2013 event after Arkansas captured the 2011 and 2012 tournament titles, so the Southeastern Conference has fared well in the tournament. Alabama will travel to Las Vegas, Nev., to compete in the Southern Highlands Collegiate Masters March 7-9 for the third straight year. The University of Alabama will then return to the Linger Longer Invitational in Greensboro, Ga., March 22-23, looking for its fourth straight tournament title. The Tide will wrap up its regular season schedule by making its first appearance in the Mason Rudolph Championship since 2004. The event will be held in the spring for the first time and is slated for April 4-6, at the Vanderbilt Legends Club in Franklin, Tenn.

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Crimson Tide women’s golf schedule unveiled for next season By CW Staff The Crimson Tide women’s golf team released its 2013-14 schedule on Tuesday, and it features some of the most difficult events in collegiate golf. Three of the four courses on the fall schedule – Tulsa Country Club, Vanderbilt Legends Club and Country Club of Landfall – have hosted or will host NCAA championships between 2009 and 2014. “This is another challenging schedule that I hope will get this team ready to compete for SEC and NCAA championships,” head coach Mic Potter said. “The events on our schedule this year are very familiar, but extremely difficult from both a competition and venue standpoint. It will give this team a great opportunity to develop throughout the season.” Alabama is fresh out of its fourth consecutive top-eight finish at the NCAA championships and eighth straight trip and plans to open the 2013-14 season at the Dale McNamara Fall Preview at the Tulsa Country Club in Tulsa, Okla., Sept. 9-11. The

Tulsa Country Club will also be home to the 2014 NCAA championships. The Crimson Tide then will return to the Mason Rudolph Women’s Championship Sept. 20-22, after a one-year absence. It will be the program’s seventh appearance in the event. Alabama also will be making a return appearance in the Ruth’s Chris Tar Heel Invitational Oct. 11-13 at the Finley Golf Club in Chapel Hill, N.C. The Crimson Tide will close out the fall schedule at the Landfall Tradition Oct. 25-27, in Wilmington, N.C., at the Country Club of Landfall. Alabama plans to open the spring season at the Lady Puerto Rico Classic Feb. 16-18. The Tide has won the event the last four times it has participated, capturing the tournament title in 2008, 2010, 2011 and 2013. Next up will be the always challenging Allstate Sugar Bowl Intercollegiate at English Turn Golf Club in New Orleans, La., Feb. 23-25. Alabama will look to win its third straight team

title at the Darius Rucker Intercollegiate March 7-9, at the Long Cove Club in Hilton Head Island, S.C. The Crimson Tide then will return to the University of Georgia Golf Club for the Liz Murphey Collegiate Classic April 4-6; it will be the Tide’s 33rd appearance. Alabama has won the event three times, claiming victories in 1987, 2011 and 2012. Alabama will begin postseason play on April 18-20, at the Southeastern Conference Championship at the Greystone Golf and Country Club’s Founders Course in Birmingham, Ala. The Crimson Tide won the program’s second SEC Championship in 2013 at Greystone. NCAA Regional Championship play is scheduled for May 8-10 at one of three sites around the country. The Crimson Tide, if it makes it this far into the postseason, will compete at the East site, which is located at Florida State University. The 2014 NCAA Championships will be held at the Tulsa Country Club May 20-23.

CRIMSON TIDE WOMEN’S GOLF SCHEDULE • Sept. 9-11, Dale McNamara Fall Preview Tulsa Country Club, Tulsa, Okla. •

Sept. 20-22, Mason Rudolph Women’s Championship Vanderbilt Legends Club, Franklin, Tenn.

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Oct. 25-27, Landfall Tradition Country Club of Landfall (Dye Course), Wilmington, N.C.

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Feb. 16-18, Lady Puerto Rico Classic Rio Mar Country Club, Rio Grande, Puerto Rico

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Feb. 23-25, Allstate Sugar Bowl Intercollegiate English Turn, New Orleans, La.

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March 7-9, Darius Rucker Intercollegiate Long Cove Club, Hilton Head Island, S.C.

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April 4-6, Liz Murphey Collegiate Classic University of Georgia Golf Course, Athens, Ga.

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April 18-20, SEC Championship Greystone Golf and CC (Founders Course), Birmingham, Ala.

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May 20-23, NCAA Championships Tulsa Country Club, Tulsa, Okla.

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Tide swimmers at World Championships By Caroline Gazzara Staff Reporter Alabama swimmers continue to impress at the 2013 FINA World Championships in Barcelona, Spain. The Crimson Tide swimmers are representing their native lands and hoping to bring home the medal. Senior Kristel Vourna represents her native homeland, Greece, while competing. Other Alabama swimmers competing are Bonnie Macdonald, Anton McKee and Kristian Gkolomeev. Vourna, a 2012 London Olympian, had a rough 201213 season suffering from illness and injury, but she still

continues to impress the world during this competition. Vourna produced a one minute and 33-hundredths of second 100-meter butterfly on the first day of the championship. Her time ranked her 27th on the first day. Vourna will also compete in the 50-meter butterfly later in the week. Macdonald, an incoming freshman, finished 14th in the 5k open water event. Gkolomeev, who is also from Greece, will swim the 50-meter freestyle, while McKee will swim the 400-meter individual medley.

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Tinker faces NFL training camp, publication By Darbi Lou Todd Contributing Writer Carson Tinker has gone from the top of the world, playing for the No. 1 college team in the country, to being a rookie trying to work his way to the top in the NFL. At the same time, he’s working on publishing his first book. Tinker, 23 and a former long snapper at The University of Alabama, was on all three of Nick Saban’s national championship teams. He graduated from the University in August 2012 with a marketing degree and has nine hours left to complete a master’s degree in marketing. Tinker has accomplished more than most people could imagine. He has gone through more transitions than anyone would ever want to. “Everyone has a circumstance, but you either live in circumstance or you live in

vision,” Tinker said. “My big thing is to live in vision.” April 27, 2011, is a day most people of Tuscaloosa will never forget. Tinker’s girlfriend, UA senior Ashley Harrison, who was with him at the time, was killed by the F4 tornado, in addition to it destroying his home and belongings. The tornado, which made national news, left him hospitalized with little memory, bruises and broken bones. He was not sure if he would play football again. After months of rehabilitation, prayer and faith, Tinker came back stronger than ever, doing good for the community and ready to get back to football. The way Tuscaloosa and the community responded to Tinker through the difficult time inspired him to write a book. “A lot of people really reached out to me and helped me per-

sonally get through what I had to get through,” Tinker said. “This is my way of giving back.” His book is not only intended to reach out to tornado victims or people who lived through the storm, but is also designed to inspire anyone to do better things. “I wrote the book to where hopefully anyone can read it and be inspired by it. No matter what anyone is going through, they can be inspired,” Tinker said. “I want to be a blessing to other people.” The book, co-written with Tommy Ford, director of donor programs for UA Athletics, transitions between Tinker’s childhood, the tornado that changed his life and the 2011 national championship season. “I liked writing about the season because I talk about how in every game of the season there is a life lesson … that I learn from coach Saban,” Tinker said.

“Talking about that was one of my favorite parts.” The title of Tinker’s book is “A Season to Remember, Finding Faith in the Midst of the Storm.” It is scheduled for publication in spring 2014. Along with writing his first book, Tinker is also pursuing his dreams of making it in the NFL. On the two-year anniversary of the tornado, Tinker got a call from the Jacksonville Jaguars that he hopes will change his life. The team offered him a chance to try out for its organization. He knew going from the No.1 college team and being a collegiate player to being an NFL rookie would be difficult. Tinker is preparing his mind and his body this summer for the Jaguars’ football camp at the end of July. More than 90 people are trying out for the team. By the end of camp,

coaches must narrow the roster down to 63 players. “Coach Saban and the staff at Alabama really prepare all the players for the NFL,” Tinker said. “Nothing has changed in terms of football, but in terms of me, long snapping is something that is up to you. I’ve really been focusing on doing my job and being the best long snapper that I can be.” Tinker said the biggest difference between college football and the NFL is not having class. “That might sound funny to most, but now it’s a job. Football is what you are doing 24 hours a day,” Tinker said.“Class does take a huge toll out of the day. Now it’s a lot easier. I can eat right all of the time, and I don’t have a schedule that I have to go around. It’s just football.” Tinker’s love for the game is not something that goes unnoticed.

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“He really loves football, especially snapping,” said Alex Harrelson, current UA long snapper. “He always jokes about how ‘he’s the greatest snapper alive,’ and in a sense, I think that he believes that. His drive to be the best really shows, and the hard work is paying off.”

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Lutzenkirchen leads U-19 club team to championship By Caroline Gazzara Staff Reporter

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Tide defender Abby Lutzenkirchen drives downﬁeld against Clemson last season.

Alabama soccer defender Abby Lutzenkirchen helped her North Atlanta Soccer Association Elite 12 club team win the U-19 National Championship 2-1 in overtime Sunday in Overland Park, Kan. The sophomore was also named to the “Best 11 Team” due to her outstanding performance. Lutzenkirchen competed against the So Cal Blues Dido. During the first two halves, the two teams were struggling to gain control of the game, and both were unable to score any goals during the regular time period. Fortunately for

Lutzenkirchen and her team, they were able to win in overtime and bring home the trophy. “It was surreal [to win the championship],” Lutzenkirchen said. “My whole team has been working our whole youth career for this championship, and it was perfect to finally win one after all the years we have been working so hard. It was our last game together, and it was very bittersweet.” When compared to Lutzenkirchen’s team, the Blues had speed and size on their side. However, Lutzenkirchen and company didn’t back down to their opponents and kept them on their toes during the game.

In the first overtime, NASA Elite 12 scored their first goal at the five-minute marker. Their opponent was able to get a goal as well, tying up the game again, 1-1. Their second goal came during the second overtime, crushing the hopes for the Blues to take control of the game. Though the team was tired, yet confident about winning, Lutzenkirchen said there was a lot more than the physical play on the pitch that took place in overtime. “We were all so tired because of all the emotion that had gone into the game, like extra emotions that usually don’t go into games,” Lutzenkirchen said.

“We knew that we couldn’t give up after getting this far, so we put two goals in overtime and sealed the deal.” Lutzenkirchen’s freshman year at Alabama really changed the game for her. Lutzenkirchen wasn’t always a defender but became one when she started at Alabama. Her change in position helped her out quite a bit against the Blues. After starting all 19 games and helping out with five shutouts last season, Lutzenkirchen will rejoin the Crimson Tide in the fall. Though she played a majority of her career with her U-19 team, she will help Alabama compete in the SEC once more.

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Every year, it seems as if there is at least one star in the NFL holding out for a contract he thinks he deserves. Last year it was Darrelle Revis, a player who demanded big bucks right up until the end of negotiations. He later tore his ACL after playing only one full game of the 2012 season. Now he’s on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Maurice Jones-Drew also gave the NFL Network something to talk about in late July and early August with his puzzling demands from the Jacksonville Jaguars. This year, however, Alabama’s own Dee Milliner and Chance Warmack might have been the highest-profile holdouts. Without some perceived prima donna sitting on his hands until his agent breaks the big deal for the big bucks, training camps would be without their signature drama. That’s just what 2013 has brought, however. Before the season, a few highprofile players were “underthe-radar” for a possible holdout, as rumblings might have been picked up by the media as disagreements between the player and his respective organization. Percy Harvin, Victor Cruz, Clay Matthews III and Eric Decker were near the top of many such lists. Harvin, however, signed with the Seattle Seahawks March 11 before the fireworks ever really began with his former team, the Minnesota Vikings. It seemed as if the Vikings were thrilled someone took the troubled offensive weapon off their hands, not wanting to provide further distractions. Cruz, a player whom many

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Former Tide cornerback Dee Milliner assists in a tackle in the 2012 SEC Championship Game. thought would not budge for the longest time, broke down and inked a shiny new fiveyear contract extension July 8. Matthews quietly agreed to a contract extension of his own in April. It’s Decker’s situation, however, that highlights what may be the reason behind the lack of holdouts this offseason. In 2014, there will be numerous star athletes in the league who will be able to sign new contracts. Several include Julio Jones, Colin Kaepernick, Andy Dalton, J.J. Watt and Cam Newton, among many others. Most are young and will not be shy about the money they want to make. Teams recognize that hold-

outs are not always fair toward franchises. With the competition among NFL agents more fervent than ever, athletes are, in turn, routinely expecting the big bucks. Though 2013 has been no indication of that, next season could implode on many teams at or just under the salary cap. Season-ending injuries have attempted to fill the void on the bottom scroll on ESPN for now, with Jeremy Maclin and Dennis Pitta going down before even one preseason snap. Though it might be just the result of a cycle, the lack of high-profile holdouts in the 2013 training camp phase could be in preparation of things to come in 2014.

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Three positions should concern Crimson Tide fans for 2013 football season OFFENSIVE LINE

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The University of Alabama has been a factory for producing NFL talent since head coach Nick Saban arrived in Tuscaloosa, and after the Crimson Tide claimed its 15th national championship in January, that tradition continued in the 2013 NFL Draft. Nine Alabama players were selected in the draft, along with several other players who signed free-agent contracts. Their absences will be felt in the locker room but especially on the ﬁeld in the upcoming season for Alabama. The Crimson Tide must rebuild and reload like it has in the past. Several positions are up for grabs, and it will be up to the remaining – and incoming – players to ﬁll them. However, replacing three-time champions and leaders is no small task. Here are the three positions that should concern Alabama fans heading into the 2013 season:

Three starters from last season are now on NFL rosters, leaving three gigantic holes along the offensive front. Chance Warmack, D.J. Fluker and Barrett Jones were critical to Alabama’s success running the football in 2012, but they’re no longer on campus. Left tackle Cyrus Kouandjio and right guard Anthony Steen are back, but that still leaves three positions to unproven players. It will be up to Ryan Kelly, Arie Kouandjio and Austin Shepherd to protect the Crimson Tide’s balanced offensive attack led by quarterback AJ McCarron.

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Left: The 2012 offensive line talks in a huddle before a play during a game against Texas A&M.

SECONDARY Last season, Alabama struggled to get consistent pressure on the quarterback, which eventually led to the team’s only defeat at the hands of Johnny Manziel and Texas A&M. Saban and his coaching staff addressed the Tide’s pass rush by recruiting players like Jonathan Allen and Dee Liner to apply more pressure in the backﬁeld. The key edge rushers are also back, with Adrian Hubbard and Xzavier Dickson returning for the 2013 season. But the interior linemen will be new to the starting lineup; Jesse Williams, Damion Square and Quinton Dial are gone, and it will be up to the likes of Jeoffrey Pagan, Ed Stinson and Brandon Ivory to replace them. Alabama lost a lot, but it is gaining a lot, too. CW File CW File

Above: Linebacker Adrian Hubbard ﬁnds Johnny Manziel in the backﬁeld during the Texas A&M game.

Above: John Fulton breaks up a pass intended for a Texas A&M receiver.

Aside from the offensive line, the secondary is the biggest question mark heading into next season for the Crimson Tide. At times last season, the secondary was the team’s weakest link, and now Alabama’s No. 1 corner back, Dee Milliner, and leader of the secondary, Robert Lester, are no longer on the team. Lester’s absence is not as bad with HaHa Clinton-Dix returning to head the secondary, and players like Vinnie Sunseri, Landon Collins and Nick Perry will provide depth at the safety position. But replacing Milliner will be no easy task. Senior Deion Belue will likely become the team’s No. 1 corner, but his inconsistent play last year has not made the job his to lose. Sophomore Geno Smith played well in his true-freshman season and could overtake Belue for the top spot, but only time will tell. The secondary has work to do and little room for mistakes. But offensive players moving to the defensive side of the ball and incoming freshmen will increase competition and hopefully bolster the secondary’s ability to shutdown opposing team’s passing game.

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New rules aren’t the problem, referees’ mixed calls cause the problems By Benjamin Clark Last week, ACC officiating coordinator Doug Rhoads made waves at ACC Media Days when he said Jadeveon Clowney’s hit from the Outback Bowl would have resulted in an ejection according to a new NCAA rule that takes effect this fall. Clowney, who plays defensive end for the University of South Carolina, took home the ESPY award for the play of the year just days before Rhoads’ comments, for the same hit that could have had him ejected. “The Hit,” as it is

famously known now, changed the game for South Carolina after Clowney pummeled Michigan running back Vincent Smith, forcing and recovering a fumble. The next play, the Gamecocks scored and ultimately won the game 33-28. This new rule, which ejects players who target and contact defenseless players from the game, was designed to make the sport safer. But at what cost? Player safety should remain the top priority of the NCAA, but not if it means a defensive player is going to worry he will be kicked out of the game every time he tackles someone.

It’s not even the rule that is the problem. It’s those who enforce the rules. Referees are on the field to make sure the game is fair and safe, but they are also people who can make mistakes. Everyone’s view is different, and some will get the rule right. But then there are those who won’t. No play illustrates this more than the controversial ending to last September’s NFL game between the Seattle Seahawks and the Green Bay Packers. During the final play, one referee signaled a touchdown while the other signaled an incompletion at the same time. The game ended after

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will get the call right? In the case of Clowney’s hit, many former players and officials have argued against Rhoads’ comments. But in the game, if there is any question, Clowney would still be ejected. Even former Rutgers defensive tackle Eric Legrand, who was paralyzed while making a tackle during a game in 2010, leant his support in favor of Clowney, tweeting “there is no way the Clowney hit is illegal. Take it from a guy who broke his neck.” The impact of taking a unanimous All-American selection and potentially No. 1 overall pick in the 2014 NFL Draft

out of the game can’t be measured, but it certainly does not improve South Carolina’s chances of winning. This is what we have to look forward to for this football season and the future. Next year, the ESPY award may go to the referee who ejected a Clowney caliber player out of the game, securing the victory for the other team. Every single athlete who plays on the collegiate level knows when he puts on his pads that at some point he may experience that type of hit. He just has to be like Vincent Smith: Get back up, and keep going.

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