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Panel discussion focuses on the struggles of a deaf black woman A panel titled “The Untold Stories of Deaf Black Women” will occur at 3 p.m. on Saturday in room 101 of the Social Work Building.

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“The deaf community as a whole is often overlooked, ignored and marginalized by society at-large,” said Sharon G. Hill, an adjunct professor in the department of communication sciences and disorders, in a press release.

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The discussion, sponsored by the American Sign Language Interpreting Program, will feature speakers including Shirley Allen, the president of Houston Black Deaf Advocates, and Michelle Martin, president of the United Methodist Committee for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Ministries.

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The event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Travis Coggin at 713-743-4162. — Julian Jimenez/The Daily Cougar

GREEN UH

Caught Green Handed event rewards student recycling

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Filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid is necessary for many students — and with recent improvements, it can be a much easier process. The Department of Education redesigned the 2011-2012 FAFSA and made it easier to use by adding a taxes import option and by eliminating 22 questions and 17 web screens from the online version. Questions about enrollment status and the TEACH Grant have been removed from the new form, and the work-study question has been revised.

Izzy G. Anderson, director of scholarship services, grants and fund management, said that the new form would be less intimidating to applicants. “It should take less time for the applicant to submit the initial information,” Anderson said. One of the new features added to the online version of FAFSA is a tool that allows students to import their tax data from the IRS so they do not have to fill it out themselves. This tool has been enhanced in the 20112012 version through expanded eligibility and Spanish language features. Anderson said that this tool could help eliminate minor errors. “Many students are not sure how to fill out FAFSA continues on page 3

The Green UH team will give awards for recycling from 10 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 2 p.m. today and tomorrow. “We want to promote and encourage all UH students to recycle,” said Billy Garner, program coordinator for University Services, in a press release. “What better way than to reward them with a $25 gift card?” Coupon codes will be handed to students found recycling. These codes can then be entered online into the drawing. For information about RecycleMania intiative, visit www. uh.edu/recyclemania. — Julian Jimenez/The Daily Cougar

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At a special SGA meeting, Tom Ehardt, associate vice president/vice chancellor of finance, discussed the upcoming budget cuts and what they mean for the UH community. | Nine Nguyen/The Daily Cougar

GREEN UH

Recycling pays off, efforts continue Cordero Jennings

THE DAILY COUGAR The UH Sustainability Task Force celebrated the success of the Silver STARS award while continuing its efforts to create a greener campus. Earlier this month, the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education acknowledged UH’s sustainability initiatives with a Silver STARS mark of Sustainability, Tracking, Assessment and Rating System. To be evaluated, the program requires an institution to record and report its efforts to maintain an ecological balance. “Earning a rating in AASHE STARS signifies that sustainability is no longer a project or one initiative at the University of Houston,” said Emily Messa, assistant vice president for University Services. “Sustainability is a part of being a Cougar.” The STARS evaluation measures colleges and universities in three principal categories: Education and Research; Operations and Planning; and Administration and Engagement. UH earned a total of 53.64 points, scoring 57.04 percent in Education & Research, 32.95 percent in Operations and 70.93 percent in Planning, Administration and Engagement. Green UH, a student-developed GREEN UH continues on page 3

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EVENTS Architecture Lecture - Brad Cloepfil, ‘Occupation’ The College of Architecture is having a lecture on ‘Occupation’ by Brad Cloepfil in room 150 of the Architecture Theater from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Free Instructor-Led, Hands-On Computer Training A class introducing Excel 2010 will be held from 10 a.m. to noon in room 110-6 of the Social Work Building.

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STUDENT GOVERNMENT

SGA Pres travels to Austin for UH students Jose Aguilar

THE DAILY COUGAR UH’s student leader isn’t just asking you to sign a petition; he’s also taking the fight against the upcoming budget cuts directly to the State Capitol. In a letter dated Feb. 16, Prince Wilson, president of UH’s Student Government Association, highlighted the effects budget cuts would have on the UH community. “We are already facing fiscal issues due to the current state of the economy and it is not acceptable for the state to reduce our source of funding,” Wilson said in the letter. “Our tuition will rise dramatically, important courses will be

eliminated, student services will be reduced and many more significant factors of our education will be either completely removed or will face a reduction.” Wilson has also stressed the additional cuts that are unaccounted for in the estimated cuts to financial aid. The House and Senate budgets both propose eliminating the TEXAS Grant program, which helps many first-time students pay for college. UH is expected to lose up to $65 million for the biennium — and this excludes the TEXAS Grant cuts, which account for $19 million per year, Wilson said. “These cuts will affect the majority of our students who are struggling really hard to

earn an education in the midst of this tough economic situation,” Wilson said. In response, Wilson invited the community to sign ‘Texans Against Higher Education Budget Cuts,’ an online petition created for the cause. “It’s crucial that we as students stand together to say ‘no’ to these budget cuts,” he said. On Feb. 2, Wilson took the first of several anticipated trips to Austin for educational sessions with representatives from Houston and Harris County. “The SGA will make several trips to Austin in upcoming weeks to meet with state PETITION continues on page 3

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

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;G:: I6M 6HH>HI6C8: ;DG >CI:GC6I>DC6A HIJ9:CIH 6C9 H8=DA6GH/ If You Are Required to File an Income Tax Return, (Form 1040NR or 1040NR EZ) Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)* Volunteers Are Available to Assist You! This free service is available in the Bayou City Room (Room 202), University Center, 2nd Floor on the following Saturdays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm: February 26; March 19, 26; April 2, and 9 (Saturdays only) How do you schedule an appointment? You will need to go in person to the Bayou City Room to make an appointment. Bring the following: Your passport, Visa, Immigration Documents such as Forms I-20, or DS-2019; Any Forms W-2 and/or 1042-S; Forms 1099, if any; Records of all income and expenses, and Photo Identification (e.g. driver’s license/UH ID). The Houston CPA Society will sponsor this service. Plan to go on February 26 to schedule your appointment. At that time you will be given an appointment to return on one of the dates listed above. Appointments will be made on a first come, first served basis.

For additional information, please call the International Student and Scholar Services Office at (713)743-5065.

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The following is a partial report of campus crime between Mon., Feb. 14 and Wednesday, Feb. 16. All information is selected from the files of the UH Police Department. The information in bold indicates when the event was reported to UHPD and the event’s location. Information or questions regarding the cases below should be directed to UHPD at (713) 743-0600.

Theft: 1:07 p.m. Feb. 17, Campus Recreation and Wellness Center — A student reported that someone stole his cellular phone. There are no suspects. The incident occurred between 5:30 p.m. and 5:32 p.m. Traffic Offense: 8:42 p.m. Feb 17, Lot 1A RHE — A student reported that someone struck and damaged her vehicle while it was parked in lot 1 A RHE. The striking driver failed to leave the state required information. The incident occurred between 4:30 p.m. 2/12/11 and 7:40 p.m. 2/17/11. Traffic Offense: 4:08 p.m. Feb 16, Lot 12A — A student reported that her vehicle was struck and damaged while it was parked in lot 12 A. The striking driver did not leave any information as required by Texas law. The incident occurred between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. 2/16/11 Assault/Threatens or Offensive Contact: 3:45 p.m. Feb. 16, Welcome Center Parking Garage — A student reported that her ex-boyfriend touched her in an inappropriate manner in the Welcome Center parking garage. The student refused to pursue charges in this case. The incident occurred between 1:30 p.m. and 1:35 p.m. 2/16/11. Possession of Marijuana: 2:29 p.m. Feb 16, Taub Residence Hall — A student was arrested for Possession of Marijuana and transported to Harris County Jail. The student also received Student Life and Residential Life Referrals. The incident occurred at 2:29 p.m. 2/16/11. Traffic Offense: 1:19 p.m. Feb 16, Welcome Center Parking Garage — A student reported his vehicle was struck and damaged while it was parked in the Welcome Center parking garage. The striking driver

failed to give their information as required by law. The incident occurred between 8:45 a.m. and 1 p.m. 2/16/11. Traffic Offense: 5:51 p.m. Feb. 15, Lot 15D — A student reported that someone struck and damaged his vehicle while it was parked in lot 15 D. The striking driver did not provide the information required by Texas law. The incident occurred between 2:45 p.m. and 5:45 p.m. 2/15/11. Traffic Offense: 3:28 p.m. Feb 15, Cullen Oaks Garage — A student reported that someone struck and damaged her vehicle while it was parked in the Cullen Oaks parking garage. The striking driver did not provide the information required by Texas law. There are no suspects. The incident occurred between 3 a.m. 2/13/11 and 10 p.m. 2/14/11. Robbery: 8:03 p.m. Feb. 14, Farish Hall — A student reported that two men robbed him with a knife while in a Farish Hall restroom. Theft: 3:14 p.m. Feb 13, Moody Towers — A Horizons cafeteria employee reported that someone stole her unattended and unsecured wallet. The wallet and its contents were later recovered and returned to the owner. There are no suspects. Criminal Trespassing: 12:09 a.m. Feb 13, Cougar Village — A visitor, previously issued a Criminal Trespass warning by UH DPS, was arrested while trying to enter the cafeteria at Moody Towers. The visitor received a Harris County citation, an additional Criminal Trespass warning and was released.

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legislators, and will fight for the future of Texas,” Wilson said. “We have to unite as one voice in the state of Texas and say ‘no’ to these budget cuts.” During his trip to Austin, Wilson met with state senators Rodney Ellis and John Whitmire. He also met with the staffs of senators Dan Patrick, Judith Zaffirini, Steve Ogden and Mario Gallegos. For more information on the UH budget crisis, visit www.uh.edu/af/ budgetbiennialFY12-FY13.htm. To sign the petition, go to SGA’s website at www.uh.edu/sga.

the information about adjusted gross income, or simply make data entry errors,” Anderson said. “Additionally, applicants utilizing this feature will not be required to submit a hard copy tax form to the University if selected for verification. “This results in a more streamlined verification process, reducing the workload and reducing time spent on each individual application.”

The new version of the online FAFSA has also been streamlined through a single login page and messaging that guides applicants through the process. Gilberto Marmolejo, an undeclared sophomore, said it took him thirty minutes to complete the old FAFSA, but the new one is much easier to fill out. “I needed help filling it out before,” Marmolejo said. “Now it’s a five minute process. They have a side tab that guides you through it now.” Prospective UH student, Laurie

Hill, completed a FAFSA form for the first time last week and agrees that it was an easy process. “It was really easy and simple,” Hill said. “It only took about five minutes.” The new version of the online FAFSA also filters out questions that do not apply to students and will not affect their eligibility. However, Anderson believes that this change will not speed up the application process. “The need to report those data elements have not been changed,” Anderson said. “It is possible that

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it could increase the burden of documentation collection down to the school level and subsequently increase the number of corrections that need to be made to the initial application. “The Department of Education is moving in the right direction,” Anderson said. “But the regulations remain the same and as financial aid administrators, we must remain alert to guarding compliance with all regulations.”

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and student-run organization, recognizes this need. “We are constantly pushing UH to go green and create new initiatives,” said Courtney Anzalone, Green UH student coordinator. “Last week at Recycle mania we had 1,921 pounds recycled, which is amazing and shows that more students are joining the green initiative.” Green UH and the Sustainability Task Force will continue to develop a thriving campus sustainability effort, according to Messa. “Our next steps will be to continue to focus on resource management, as we have always done — recycling, reducing how we use energy, and how we commute.”

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

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Venues need more love than just UH games

hile UH sports fans eagerly await updates on the plans for a new football stadium to replace Robertson and renovate Hofheinz Pavilion, we at the Daily Cougar would like to propose that the athletics department take advantage of the limited time the facilities have. Both Robertson and Hofheinz could be ideal places for high school football, soccer or basketball games. They could also be a fun place to see a concert or other form of entertainment. Robertson has already proved to be useful, serving as the home for the Houston Dynamo since 2006, and it is transformed into Frontier Fiesta every March. More events like this on campus could lead to increased student involvement and would give commuter students a reason to consider UH as a destination for something besides classes and studying. Recently there was a high school basketball game at Hofheinz between Galveston Ball and La Marque on Feb. 12 after the UH game against Tulane. While the Cougars pulled in an announced — and likely exaggerated — attendance of 5,134 fans, the high school game was the more popular draw. Approximately 7,000 fans showed up, but some spectators felt the figure was even higher. While UH had to split some of the revenue from the game with Galveston ISD, more arrangements like this could be a successful way to raise funds. The idea of more fans showing up for a prep game than a UH game is a little unsettling, but if people will come to campus and spend money, why not take advantage of the situation? When Rice Stadium hosted a playoff game between Katy and Pearland during the 2010 playoffs, a whopping 41,368 people showed up. The 5A state championship between Eueless Trinity and Pearland brought in 43,321 at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington. Texans being adamant about high school sports is nothing new, and UH capitalizing on it would be a positive opportunity.

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Creationism hinders intellectualism

n alarming amount of children are going through the school system, only to be taught a shortsighted education. Among the most shortsighted aspects is science. Recently, the National Research Council conducted a survey that found that nearly Marc 60 percent of high school Anderson teachers fail to teach evolution adequately and in doing so give tacit credence to creationism. More alarmingly, 13 percent of public school biology teachers openly and deliberately promote creationism and denounce evolutionary theory. This educational shortfall is a result of the contentious debate among educators over science versus faith. While the facts may lean toward evolution, faith still wins out because taking a hard stance against the majority isn’t always easy. Outside of the academic science community, the majority holds faith-based Christian beliefs. Creationists are steadfastly opposed to evolution, one of the basic tenets of

biological science. Evolution explains the origins and development of life at both the molecular and macroscopic level and is supported by a preponderance of evidence that includes fossil records. Creationists are inherently against scientific discourse and suppress legitimate forms of thought and understanding. Despite this, teachers are reluctant to promote evolution out of fear of controversy. As a scientific theory, evolution can only be challenged by another scientific theory. Since no other credible alternative exists, creationists have invented a fictive explanation based on religion in a poor attempt to explain how life exists today. It is centered on the notion that only a higher power can account for the formation of life and the diversity of species on Earth. Only through deception do creationists try to pass off their beliefs as evidence-based. Schools must address this issue by dismissing those teachers that advocate religion over science, and ensuring that those remaining are adequately prepared to teach evolution. In addition, it would

serve the students well if teachers derided creationism as being intellectually lazy, unscientific and detrimental to genuine learning. Students should not be held hostage by Christian extremists simply out of reluctance to confront a blatant example of religious subterfuge. At their worst, Christian extremists or creationists promote bigotry and ignorance, stifle intellectual development and advocate dogma over reason. However, we accommodate them at our own peril. In order for the US to remain an intellectual leader in the world, such deference must end. If we value our ability to think critically and form evidence-based beliefs, we must stand up to these religious ideologues and refute their unscientific doctrines. Otherwise, America risks becoming a fundamentalist state where facts are replaced with faith. Marc Anderson is a cell biology graduate student and may be reached at opinion@ thedailycougar.com.

Beer class leaves student interest brewing

his is a conversation that I overheard the other day while walking through one of the science buildings last week. “This beer is going to have to be perfect if we want to get the highest grade on the mid term.” “Yeah, one of the Andrew other classes has a pale Taylor ale that is supposed to be ridiculously good.” Okay, I made that conversation up, but could you imagine if it were real? The students at Appalachian State University may not be too far away from hearing their student peers discuss similar matters. A new honors course has been added to the University’s chemistry program.

The course is called intro to beer brewing, according to an NPR report. According to the report by Steve Inskeep, when the professor came up with the idea “his department chair and other faculty members didn’t think he was serious. You can’t be serious. Teaching college kids how to make their own beer?” The professors, department chair and fellow professors uncertainty was soon quelled by the amount of interest from students. Since then there has been talk of beer brewing developing into an actual major, and even the possibility for a campus brewery. Think about that. In addition to the Den, UH could have its own brewery. You could certainly find me there — maybe even in the process of getting a second degree — supporting the students and

tasting the school spirit. With the growing interest in craft beer and the already evident popularity of beer among college students, this may be a brilliant idea. Students could learn an applied view of science, responsible drinking and a popular science that could have great business potential. Additional classes could include beer economics. Appalachian State University officials are now looking into acquiring the federal and state licenses to sell beer, according to the NPR report. Cheers to the professors and school officials of Appalachian State, who see the proverbial glass full of opportunities and beer. Andrew Taylor is an economics senior and may be reached at opinion@thedailycougar.com.

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

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MEN’S BASKETBALL

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Jensen nabs offensive award Shortstop Chase Jensen is just one of the new faces in the Cougars’ (3-0) clubhouse making an impact in the young season. After clobbering UTA pitching to the tune of a .600 batting average (nine-for-15) to go with four runs scored and five RBI, Jensen’s performance earned him the title of Conference USA Hitter of the Week. Jensen will look to lead the Cougars to their fourth straight victory at 6:30 p.m. tonight against Stephen F. Austin at Cougar Field. Freshman right-hander Chase Wellbrock will make his UH debut as he takes the hill against the Lumberjacks. SFA (2-2) comes into the game with a .500 record after splitting four games with Arkansas-Little Rock over the weekend. The schedule will resume this weekend when the Cougars host Southern Miss. for a three-game series at Cougar Field. — Cougar Sports Services

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Pitcher honored for standout weekend In two appearances this weekend senior Amanda Crabtree had her first career no-hitter, allowed no runs and three hits, earning her the Conference USA Pitcher of the Week award. Crabtree improved to 4-0 on the year. Crabtree struck out 11 batters in both of her appearances. The senior pitcher has 46 strikeouts for the season and an ERA of .052. Bailey Watts was the last UH pitcher to win the award on April 12, 2010. The Cougars (8-1) will play a double-header at 4 p.m. tomorrow at Sam Houston State in Huntsville. The Bearkats are 5-8 after a 5-4 loss to Louisiana-Monroe on Sunday. — Cougar Sports Services

CONFERENCE USA BASKETBALL

UCF upsets Miners

In the past week UTEP was in first place in Conference USA, lost the top spot, then regained it — only to fumble it again. UCF pulled away to win 74-68 over the Miners on Monday at the Don Haskins Center in El Paso. UTEP (20-7, 8-4 C-USA) fell to third in the conference standings, tied with Memphis and Tulsa. Southern Miss. (20-6, 9-4) and UAB (19-7, 9-4) are tied for first place. — Cougar Sports Services

Consistency, turnovers and defensive lapses are what worry head coach James Dickey going into today’s matchup against Memphis. The Cougars (12-13, 4-8 Conference USA) will travel to take on Memphis (20-7, 8-4), and are looking to end their two-game losing streak. “We have got to play more consistently,” Dickey said. “Defensively, we have to quit giving easy baskets and make people earn them. We didn’t do that against SMU or UTEP.” The Tigers’ fast pace is another of Dickey’s concerns. “Transition defense and one-on-one containment is going to be key, as well as not giving easy baskets in the transition or in the half court,” Dickey said. The Tigers are a young team led by leading scorer freshman Will Barton. His 13.2 points per game are also the secondbest mark for a freshman in C-USA. The Cougars have lost seven of their last eight games, and Dickey has considered making changes to his rotation to find a combination that works. “We think about making changes everyday and we’re going to continue to look at that,” Dickey said. “We’ve talked about changing our defense as well.” Senior Adam Brown said he has to hold himself accountable before he can hold his teammates accountable. “You can’t talk about others doing something without you doing it yourself,” Brown said.

The road has been a nightmare for senior forward Maurice McNeil and the Cougars, who have won just two of 11 contests played away from Hofheinz Pavilion. The last time UH notched a win on the road was six weeks ago against SMU. | Courtesy of Jeff Taylor/Minerillustrated.com “I just got to go out there and lead by example and if it means that I need to yell at some players or whatever I need to do

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PLAYER PROFILE

Diver’s goals go beyond conference Lance Jaramillo

THE DAILY COUGAR Lacey Truelove isn’t satisfied with being a two-time first team All-American or being named Conference USA Platform Diving champion twice. The London, Ontario, native has attained a number of achievements since coming to the University four years ago, but has an insatiable appetite for bigger rewards. “I’m looking forward to the NCAA Championships this March where I am really going for the win on the 10-meter platform,” Truelove said. “This is the first time that I truly believe it is within my grasp, and I am hungry for it.” After competing in the NCAAs, Truelove will continue working toward her ultimate goal. “Ever since I was three years old, I knew I wanted to go to the Olympics,” Truelove said. “A year and a bit from now

I am hoping to step foot in London.” Truelove has posted personal bests in all of her events. She dives off the one and three-meter springboards, as well as the 10-meter platform. Inspiration and a blueprint for reaching the Olympics are not hard to find. Truelove turns to her roommate, Anastasia Pozdniakova, silver medalist in the 2008 Beijing Olympics, for motivation. Pozdniakova also won the one and ! " Lacey Truelove three-meter NCAA hopes to compete championship while in the 2012 Olymat UH in 2009. pics in London. “I have had the privilege of diving with her for the past four years that I have been here in Houston,” Truelove said. “She is so motivating and inspirational. She’s a humble individual who

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