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Health director to be selected Laura Gillespie Staff writer

Eileen Dondero is a candidate for UH Health Center director along with Terry Fisher. The former is from Florida Coast University while the latter is from the University of Texas. | Hendrick Rosemond/The DailyCougar

Within two weeks, the UH Health Center will chose a new director. Director Floyd Robinson, after holding the position since 1994, was promoted in January to assistant vice president of Student Affairs. The two candidates visited campus last week and held forum open to students and faculty in the University Center. Associate vice president for Student Affairs Daniel Maxwell coordinated with Student Government Association President Cedric Bandoh to bring the process to students. “Any time there is a vacancy of a leadership post that has direct impact on students, like the director of the Health Center,” Bandoh said, “Students are always asked to come in to provide feedback on the different candidates, to make sure that students have a say in the different people that we hire.”

Robinson’s replacement were narrowed down to Terry Fisher — program manager for the Center for Emergency Preparedness at the University of Texas — and Eileen Dondero, nurse practitioner in Student Health Services at Florida Gulf Coast University. The candidates visited UH for two days: Fisher on Oct. 8 and 9, and Dondero on Wednesday and Thursday. The meetings for students were complimented with the posting of the candidates’ resumes and itineraries on the UH website. “The Health Center is a pretty complex portfolio, working with mostly students with all kinds of potential medical issues,” Maxwell said. “We were looking for somebody who understood what it would take to offer health services on a college campus … and to continue the good work that has already been happening in our Health Center.”

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After the major power shift in the 2010 midterm elections, redistricting became a priority when 2010 Census granted Texas four new seats in the U.S. House of Representatives. The point of contention for these district lines, laid out by Democratic congressman Gene Green representing the 29th U.S. Congressional District of Texas, will now affect the November congressional elections. “Early on after the 2010 census,

we did have some of us who sat down with our Republican members, and generally we agreed — now of course, (congressmen) don’t have a vote; the legislature is the one who actually does it — to split the four seats two and two,” Green said. “As Democrats we would still be competitive in the two we lost in East Texas and West Texas and so we had a chance to pick up four seats.” For Democrats like Green, a topic of concern during redistricting was the common practice of

gerrymandering, a process where districts are drawn to favor one political party or another. Political science professor Jennifer Clark says that gerrymandering is an active issue in most states, including Texas. “The redistricting process has important consequences for voters. In some states, incumbent legislators work together to protect their own seats, which produces less competition in the political system,” Clark said. “Voters may feel as though they do not have

a meaningful alternative to the incumbent legislator. Legislators who lack competition in their districts have less incentive to adhere to their constituents’ opinions.” A poll conducted by the Support for Independent Redistricting Commission in July 2008 found that 45.5 percent of respondents favored the creation of an independent redistricting commission — compared to 19.5 percent who opposed and 35 percent who were unsure — with broad support across party lines. CONGRESS continues on page 3

UH is a home for students of all backgrounds Jessica Portillo Contributing writerr

An increasing number of students — up to 40 percent, according to The Washington Post — are nontraditional. According to the National Center

for Education Statistics, nontraditional students are classified by the following traits: a student who doesn’t attend college immediately after high school, attends college part time, works full time, is considered financially independent for the purposes of financial aid, has dependents other

than a partner, is a single parent or doesn’t have a high school diploma but has an alternative certificate of high school completion. Chemistry junior Amelia Guzman is one of these students. After being out of school for 11 years, she decided to go back and get

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her degree. Despite having two children to take care of, she is determined to graduate, even if it takes longer than expected. “I don’t regret having my family,” Guzman said. “But I always wanted to STUDENTS continues on page 3

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of Public Safety. The information in italics indicates when the event was reported to UHDPS and the event’s location. Information or questions regarding the cases below should be directed to UHPD at (713) 743-0600. Traffic Offense – At 8:44 a.m. Wednesday on a public street, a student reported she was involved in a motor vehicle accident and the driver of the striking vehicle failed to stop and give the information or render aid as required by law. The case is active.

life referral and released. The case is cleared by citation.

Criminal Mischief – At 10:09 a.m. Wednesday in Cougar Village, astudent reported that unknown person(s) entered his unattended and unsecured room and broke a closet mirror. The case is active.

Criminal Mischief – At 8:16 a.m. Saturday in the Law Residence Hall, a student reported that someone threw a rock and broke her window. The case is cleared by referral.

Traffic Offense – At 6:04 p.m. Wednesday in Lot 16B, a student reported an unidentified vehicle struck his legally parked and unattended vehicle and failed to leave information as required by law. The case is active. Public Intoxication – At 12:45 a.m. Thursday at Calhoun Lofts, a student was issued a Harris County citation, a student life referral and a residential life referral for public intoxication. The case is cleared by citation. Driving Under the Influence, Minor – At 2:29 a.m. Friday in the Bayou Oaks Apartments Parking Lot, a student, under the legal drinking age, was issued a Harris County citation for driving under the influence. The student was also issued a student

Burglary of a Building or Habitation – At 8:34 p.m. Friday at the Cambridge Oaks Apartments, a student reported the burglary of her apartment. The case is active.

Theft – At 9:09 a.m. Saturday at Lot 15F, a UH visitor reported that someone stole his secured, unattended UH flag from his vehicle. The case is inactive. Criminal Trespass – At 1:01 p.m. Saturday at Robertson Stadium, a UH visitor ran onto the field during the football halftime show. The visitor was issued a criminal trespass citation and a warning and was released. The case is cleared by citation. Burglary of a Building or Habitation – At 8:21 p.m. Saturday at Calhoun Lofts, a student reported someone burglarized her apartment. The case is active. Criminal Mischief – At 1:58 a.m. Sunday at Cambridge Oaks Apartments, a student reported she observed several men kick and damage a wooden fence. The case is active. Criminal Mischief – At 10:23 p.m. Sunday at Lot 6B, a student reported his unattended vehicle was intentionally damaged. The case is active.

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Traffic Offense – At 5:06 p.m. Wednesday in Lot 18A, a student reported an unidentified vehicle struck her legally parked and unattended vehicle and failed to leave information as required by law. The case is active.

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he Hispanic Business Student Association held a youth outreach program on Friday. The attendees were high school students from the surrounding Houston area. The Daily Cougar will print a more in-depth piece later this week.

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According to Green, Texas had a history of denying minorities proper representation through racial gerrymandering during the 1960s and 1970s. “There’s still gerrymandering going on. State Rep. Carol Alvarado told me that the state legislature plan, that was redone by the federal courts, did not create one new Hispanic State representative district of the 150 districts, which to me is an open-and-shut case of a violation of

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go to college and even if it isn’t everyone’s plan, it works for me.” There are four categories for placing students: a student is either completely traditional if he or she doesn’t have any nontraditional characteristics; minimally nontraditional if he or she has only one; moderately nontraditional if he or she has two or three; and highly nontraditional if he or she has four or more of the traits. Alumnus Jonathan Miller, who graduated high school in 2006 and went to Sam Houston State University, decided it wasn’t the school for him. He failed many of his classes and decided to drop out and get a job. After working at the same place for three years, he felt it was time to get his degree in economics. “I just wasn’t mature enough to handle it,” Miller said. “I’m older, and I’ve learned a lot and I know what I

the Voting Rights Act,” Green said. “You have 80 percent minority growth, mainly Hispanic, and you couldn’t find a way to create at least one Hispanic district?” Texas Democrats sued and U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia said in late August these districts were redrawn in a discriminatory manor. Political science senior Charles Prothro is one of the voters who is displeased with this outcome. “To the victors get the spoils: Essentially what they’re doing by stepping in and redrawing these lines, they’re overturning an

election,” Prothro said. “The people of Texas voted the Republicans in as the majority, which, prior, many majorities in the past were Democrat. The Republicans won the majority, and they won the right to draw the maps as they saw fit.” While racial gerrymandering is not legal, the political version still is. Clark said this is still an issue for Texas voters. “Serious reforms are necessary but will only take place if the media and public advocate for change,” Clark said.

want now. I don’t really consider myself a nontraditional student; people do things differently and that includes college.” Print journalism senior Cory McCord started off as a traditional student at Texas State University, but realized that it wasn’t for him. A year after enrolling, he left and began working in the offshore oil industry and remained there for three years. At 21-years-old, he left the offshore oil industry and worked at a few different jobs before deciding he was ready to go back to school. He began at Lone Star College before transferring to UH two years ago. He currently works full time and takes 14 hours in school. “I don’t mind being categorized as a nontraditional student because it’s only a title,” McCord said. “I took care of myself at an age when most people still need help of some sort, and I think that’s helped me become a better student. I don’t regret how I’ve ended up at UH.” Universities across the country

have not yet adapted to this new kind of student. Though UH does not currently offer on-campus housing for undergraduates with families, there are plans to construct housing to accommodate the increasing number of traditional and nontraditional students. Universities, including UH, offer classes online and at satellite campuses. Students like Guzman will continue to take advantage of UH’s different enrollment opportunities, but not every class is offered in these options. As a result, many nontraditional students have to go to school part time and may take longer to graduate than traditional students. “I would like there to be more online classes,” Guzman said. “Because work doesn’t always work around school, and I like spending time with my family, but I do what I have to. I want my kids to know they can do anything.”

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Complexities of the college hookup culture Kevin Cook Staff columnist

Since the publication of Hanna Rosin’s “The End of Men,” there has been a tremendous amount of discussion about the future of gender roles in the U.S., particularly in regards to the hookup culture prevalent on college campuses. In her next article for The Atlantic magazine, “Boys on the Side,” Rosin argued in greater detail that the hookup culture is inherently beneficial to women and, with increased access to birth control and abortion clinics, empowers them to pursue educations and careers unfettered by the crushing weight of relationships or commitment. “Feminist progress right now largely depends on the existence of the hookup culture,” Rosin said. Naturally, there has been some push-back to this message. In “Viewpoint: Commitment is Fulfillment,” published by The Michigan Daily, University of Michigan engineering senior Jeffrey McMahon responded to Rosin’s argument. According to McMahon, the hookup culture enables selfish, irresponsible men to prey on vulnerable women without consequence. His piece embodies a distressingly common reaction to the hookup culture and its impact on women, making it worthwhile to dissect. It is essentially written as an open letter to men, pressing on them his high behavioral standards. “Men, the women on this campus are all vulnerable,” McMahon said. “Without real men to stand up and take on this responsibility, our women are … ultimately left objectified and used.” This idea of men as the honorbound protectors of women merits examination because it is a frequent, knee-jerk response to the new sexual dynamics of college life.

Kathleen Kennedy | The Daily Cougar On the heels of an admonition to women who dress conservatively, McMahon concludes that women should seek men who value their hearts instead of their bodies. According to his article, these are men who treat women like princesses, since all women are princesses. This kind of rhetoric, hidden as it always is beneath a fog of honorable intentions, is the worst sort of ignorant blathering. His article, one long letter addressing men almost exclusively, is indicative of the mindset that belies his worldview. Women have no agency; the burden is on men to cowboy up, do the right thing and protect women from one another and themselves. There is even a veiled

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live up to. Offering divergent sex advice is foolish and misguided. It should go without saying — and yet cannot — that people are people. To contemplate what is good for men and women is nonsensical, since individuals and their needs are diverse, complex and irreducible. Rosin blithely suggests even women most frustrated by the hookup culture don’t want to return to the bygone days when suitors arrived at a woman’s family home with flowers and a bow tie. This sort of thinking taps into a wrong-headed attitude, because it dabbles in what all women do or don’t want. That’s the problem in dealing with ideals and universalities; they

crowd out the possibilities and joys of engaging in real relationships. All this glorifying and handwringing misses the point; it doesn’t matter whether hookup culture is right or wrong because it’s not going away. What matters is how people relate to and interact with one another. The moral is: Don’t ask or demand anything of another person they wouldn’t freely and happily give. That might mean not asking someone for sex, but it also might mean not asking for a relationship or commitment when only sex is offered. And this is good advice for anyone of any gender. Kevin Cook is a creative writing senior may be reached at opinion@thedailycougar.com.

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suggestion that women active in the hookup culture act so primitively because of poor relationships with their fathers. Numerous media outlets have rightly criticized McMahon for his implication that men are responsible for curbing women’s sexual appetites. It is safe to say women are decidedly not princesses, if the outcry from women is any indication. In fact, I would say to any woman: If a man declares you his princess and wants to treat you as one, let it be serious cause for concern. Princess is a standard to which you will never live up to. To men: If any woman seeks a protector, take care. Protector is a standard to which you will never

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FOOTBALL

Head coach, receiver both began their college careers as walk-ons and found success

Two Coogs nab C-USA awards

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Head football coach Tony Levine and junior receiver Shane Ros began their college careers the same way. Levine walked on at Minnesota, where he eventually earned a scholarship and became a three-time letter winner. Ros walked Ros on at UH and began his career as a high school quarterback, but has made his way to receiver, Levine’s old position in college. For Levine, watching Ros take the same path as him has been gratifying. “What’s special for me is that I’m a former walk-on. He’s battled some injuries since high school and since he’s been here — he’s paying his own way,” Levine said. “He starts on seven different special teams. He’s played safety, he’s played receiver.” Levine said Ros could earn a scholarship if he continues playing at a high level, just as he did 21 years ago. “There’s a guy who won’t be paying for school much longer in Shane Ros,” Levine said in Saturday’s postgame press conference. Levine said Ros has been the Cougars’ best non-specialist special teams player, has transitioned to contributing as a receiver in the past

After playing a pivotal role in the Cougars’ 39-17 win over UAB on Saturday, seniors kicker Matt Hogan and linebacker Phillip Steward received Conference USA recognition Monday. Hogan set a C-USA record with six field goals including a 52-yarder, a career long, and was named the conference’s special team player of the week. The Keller native ranks third nationally with an average of 2.17 field goals per game and tenth nationally with an average of 10.9 points per game. “Matt Hogan is really special to this team,” said head coach Tony Levine. “I’ve been around some good kickers, and mentally he’s as good as anyone in the country.” On defense, Steward recorded 13 tackles and was named C-USA co-defensive player of the week. “Our linebackers are playing well,” Levine said. “Defensive coordinator Jamie Bryant did a good job of picking and choosing which plays to blitz. On almost every down he mixed it and disguised it well.” Steward leads the conference with 12 tackles per game and 2.1 tackles for loss per game; those numbers rank fifth and sixth nationally respectively. Steward also recorded his first interception of the season after leading all linebackers nationally with six picks.

Ros follows Levine’s footsteps

Shane Ros got into the end zone on an accurate pass from David Piland. | Esteban Portillo/The Daily Cougar two games. Piland has respected Ros’ ability since the two were opponents in high school while Piland was a player for the Carroll Dragons of South Lake Texas and Ros for Cinco Ranch. “(Ros) didn’t play until the fourth quarter because he had torn his ACL and the coach didn’t want to play him, but then in the fourth quarter he started to bring them back,” Piland said. Ros received an opportunity after injuries hit the receiving corp. Freshmen receivers Andrew Rodriguez and Larry McDuffey, who both contributed to the offense early in the season, have missed time because of their ailments. Ros said he will be whatever the

team needs him to be. “Whatever I’ve got to do to help the team win. Whether it’s special teams or receiver,” Ros said. “It’s fun for me to play offense but whatever role that may be, I’m willing to do it.” Against UAB, Ros was UH’s leading receiver. He caught six balls for 114 yards. It was Ros’ second consecutive week as a main factor in the passing game. Against North Texas, Ros had 61 yards on four receptions. Ros said his perspective as a former quarterback has helped him become a better receiver. “It’s helped me a lot in terms of understanding what defenses are trying to do and what holes might

be found,” Ros said. “I think (Piland) appreciates me going from quarterback to receiver because I’m not coming to him saying that I’m open on every play.” sports@thedailycougar.com

INJURY INFO Stewart and Riser expected to play. Freshman free safety Trevon Stewart and junior Zeke Riser, participated in practice and will be ready to go for Thursday’s contest against SMU. Riser and Stewart were both injured against UAB on Saturday.

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SOCCER

UH wins two matches, gets back in C-USA picture Monica Rojas Staff writer

The Cougars had their first Conference USA win Friday in the 2-1 match in Alabama against UAB and their second win two days later against Memphis, 2-0. “It was a tremendous weekend,” said head coach Chris Pfau in a press release. “This team showed a lot of character to get two wins on the road. They played for each

other and when you do that, good things will happen.” UAB was the first to get on the scoreboard with a rebound shot from midfielder Paige Hanks during the 63rd minute. A goal from UH sophomore forward Alexis Weaver during the 81st minute tied the game 1-1. Eight minutes later, sophomore forward Kelsey Zamora secured a Cougar win by sinking the ball in a cross pass from senior forward

Katelyn Rhodes. Sunday featured a scoreless first half. Despite out-shooting the Cougars by 12 throughout the game, the only goal of the night came from a 10-yard kick by Rhodes during the 53rd minute. “I am so proud of each player and have loved the journey,” Pfau said. “This is a great team to be around and it will be a fun couple of weeks.” After two road wins the Cougars

have improved in Conference standings, putting them back on track to making the C-USA tournament. “I believe the NCAA tournament, for the first year ever in UH soccer history, is possible this year,” Rhodes said. “At least one or two rounds in the NCAA tournament is the expectation I have.” The Cougars improved to 6-6-3 in season and 2-2-3 in Conference. They face two home games

against Colorado College at 7 p.m. Friday, and No. 8, UTEP, at 1 p.m. Sunday. Two games will follow before the season’s conclusion. The first will be against crosstown rival and current standings leader Rice at 7 p.m. Oct. 26 at Robertson Stadium, following the match against Southern Mississippi Oct. 28 in Hattiesburg, Miss. sports@thedailycougar.com

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ART SHOWCASE

FESTIVAL

Houston artists show off RAW talents

Fair offers wide range of activities

Alexander Pechacek Staff writer

Local and traveling creative make-up and hair stylists, photographers, disc jockeys and traditional artists flocked to Numbers nightclub on Thursday for this month’s scheduled gathering hosted by RAW: Natural Born Artists. The nationwide independent arts organization presented “Provocations,” showcasing selected works by choice talent, providing up-andcoming artists with a platform and necessary tools to promote their designs and network with potential colleagues and other artisans from around town. More than 20 artists held stations around the club and dangled everything from fashion to fine arts in front of the eyes of awe-inspired attendees hoping to learn more about the arts. In accordance with RAW ’s

The RAW: Natural Born Artists organization entertained fans of the Houston art scene at Numbers nightclub Thursday evening. | Nine Nguyen/The Daily Cougar mission statement, “Provocations” organized artists of all genres within the first 10 years of their careers into

a loose schedule of independent films, fashions shows and musical performances to be judged

by the night’s attendees and processed for evaluation and possible career-fostering awards at the end of the year by a panel of industry professionals. Among the first to perform was Angela Olivia Guillory, who used softly spoken words to express soulful statements of culture pride and self-empowerment. Local fashion designers, G&R Details, displayed their bow ties made of different fabrics with diverse patterns and prints such as camouflage, polka dots and stripes. Although the artists often utilize the Internet to promote their crafts, meeting the faces behind the products is what RAW fosters as the first step between a community of starving artists and its audience. After singer and songwriter Jess SHOWCASE continues on page 8

ACL 2012 REVIEW

Torrential rain doesn’t limit Austin music festival, fans rage on Maria Romero Staff writer

On Friday, Austin City Limits, the annual popular music festival at Zilker Park, brought out concertgoers to enjoy a weekend of live music, alcohol and unpredictable weather. Attracting more than 70,000 people to performances by Florence + The Machine, The Black Keys, Metric, Neil Young and Crazy Horse, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, to name a few. Aside from choosing between performers who shared the same time slots, the unpredictable weather played the most frustrating role of the weekend. Saturday’s audiences were greeted with bad luck. Following a morning overcast, the rest of the day supported the golden rule of festivals: Never wear valuable shoes. The grounds were drenched and muddy, which made it difficult to find a place to sit. But it wasn’t enough to break the ACL spirit. When the rain hit the hardest

in between performances at the Advanced Micro Devices stage, attendees united under shared cover. Instead of protecting their personal bubbles, complete strangers were huddling down under umbrellas, ponchos and backpacks together. Following the rain, Saturday’s lineup continued as the mud conglomerated. During The Shin’s anticipated performance, audience members sang along to their classics “Caring is Creepy” and “Know Your Onion.” The good vibes continued after the band’s performance as the beginning of disc jockey Bassnectar’s show drew in the crowd. Bassnectar pumped up the audience with his infectious electronic beats — the most energetic show on Saturday. His well-known lasers and large video installations during live performances proved to be key elements that drew in fans. For Saturday the audience split up for separate shows by the headliners following Bassnectar — classic

The Shins, who released their fourth album “Port of Morrow” in March, played Saturday evening at Austin City Limits. | Maria Romero/The Daily Cougar rock legend Neil Young and alternative rock hero Jack White. White’s ACL performance was his first as a solo artist. Previously, he performed with The Raconteurs and The Dead Weather, two bands he started. He treated the audience with The White Stripes classics and

new songs from his debut album “Blunderbuss,” closing the festival’s eventful second day. If people can still get pumped up on a rainy day, then there’s no denying ACL was and will always be a raging success. arts@thedailycougar.com

Paulina Rojas Staff writer

Festival-goers from across state had the opportunity to experience six sanctuaries of elves, fairies and wizards in the 1001 Dreams event this weekend, during the 38th annual Texas Renaissance Festival. The eight-week celebration features a different theme every weekend. Many of the attendees dressed in 16th century inspired clothing. “It’s fun to act out of character and the fair gives you a chance to,” said Alli Rogers, who attended the fair for multiple years now. The Clan Tynker Family Circus, a long-time tradition of the festival, entertained the familyoriented crowd when they escaped from locked boxes, juggled swords and played with fire. Afterward, there was a joust in the arena when the festival king and queen made their appearances as representatives from England, France, Germany and Spain fought for the honor of each of their countries. The festival featured signature carnival foods such as beer, funnel cakes, pizza and turkey legs. The village at the fair was laid out into different areas where attendees could experience international cuisines from Bavaria, England, Italy and Poland. “Dressing up really changes the experience for me,” said patron Heidi Zack. “It makes me feel like I am a part of it and not just coming to it.” Za c k h a s b e e n a t t e n d i n g renaissance festivals for many years, but it wasn’t until she got married and started dressing up with her husband’s family who celebrates the Renaissance Festival traditionally. “It opened my eyes to something I didn’t know and I’m really glad about it,” Zack said. arts@thedailycougar.com

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Walker took the stage with a cover of Jessie J’s “Price Tag,” she followed up with an original, soul-wrenching creation about domestic violence, called “Bones.” “This next song is very dear to my heart. It’s about domestic violence in all its forms — domestic, physical — and how we need to talk about the issues and to make them go away,” said Walker. Up next was a five-man hip-hop act, MadMen Crew, who prided themselves on their distinctive lyrical content and varying styles of delivery. The next RAW artist showcase will be held Nov. 15 at Numbers for the semi-finals, where the top nominees will be selected as featured performers. There will be further deliberation on who will go on to the annual indie award showcase “RAWards,” where judges and a community vote will determine who travels to Hollywood in January for the final show. Additional reporting by Amanda Hilow. arts@thedailycougar.com