Art: LSU alumna’s photo takes first place at ArtMelt, p. 10
Football: Mettenberger hopes to revive Tigers’ passing game, p. 5
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UP &
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees
UP
$24,248
Texas A&M Georgia Average
$22,609 $21,964
$22,817
.92%
$21,378
5.7%
$20,228
$15,000
Arkansas LSU Miss. State
$15,337 $14,383
$23,811
4.4%
$22,743
6.4%
$16,000 $13,801
15.1%
4.3%
$22,265
preliminary
15.0% $19,362
$16,549
Despite recent tution and fee increases, cost of LSU remains below most peers
9.7%
10.4%
$25,000
$20,000
$26,601
STATE
17.0%
$17,606
10.0%
$14,670
6.1%
Group aims for recall election
Petition needs 1M signatures by Sept. 1
6.0%
$13,021
Taylor Balkom Staff Writer
$10,000
Joshua Bergeron Staff Writer
$9,000
The University announced a 10 percent tuition increase for in-state students and a 15 percent increase for out-of-state students Tuesday. The changes raise tuition by $318 for in-state students taking 15 hours and $1,452 for out-of-state students taking 15 hours. The accompanying chart compares the University’s tuition and required fees against its peer institutions. The LA GRAD Act allows the University to continually increase tuition until it reaches the average tuition and fee amounts of its peer institutions.
$8,000
In-State Tuition and Fees Texas A&M
$8,176
$7,817
Average
$7,234
$7,000
$6,000
$5,000
Arkansas Georgia
$6,459
$7,289 $6,768
8.1%
$8,421
0.4%
$8,447
8.1%
$7,174
6.0%
12.9%
$6,989
preliminary
4.8%
10.0% 10.2%
$5,764
LSU Miss. State
2.6%
13.4%
$6,354
$6,288
10.1%
$5,805
6.3%
6.0%
$5,233 $5,461 $5,151
2009
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$8,387
$8,866
2010
2011
2012
Gov. Bobby Jindal may have to run for office again if a recall petition is successful. The Recall Bobby Jindal Campaign is a concentrated effort to rid Louisiana of “those elected officials who have performed their duties with the intention of prohibiting citizen participation in the legislative process,” according to its website. Recalls for Representatives Ray Garofalo, Kevin Pearson and Greg Cromer and Speaker of the House Chuck Kleckley are also listed. Lee Barrios, media and communications director for the organization, said the effort began when two teachers from Calcasieu Parish filed recall petitions for Jindal and Kleckley in response to Jindal’s education reforms. But Recall Bobby Jindal isn’t made up of just teachers anymore. “This has developed into an ongoing sort of political action by
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LSU in-state and out-of-state students will see a 10 percent and 15 percent increase in tuition and fees, respectively.
RECALL, see page 8
NORTHGATE COMMUNITY
Massey’s to open on Highland Rd. Store will cater to student interests Joshua Bergeron Staff Writer
For eight years, the white building across from Serrano’s has remained vacant. But a few weeks ago, a new resident moved into the space a Gap once occupied. Massey’s is a local chain billed as a professional outfitters. The chain originally began near Lakeside Mall in Metairie 40 years ago. Its other three locations are in New Orleans,
Covington and Baton Rouge’s Towne Center. According to regional manager Steven Sickinger, the new Northgate location will be different from its other stores. “We don’t pull a lot of students at our other locations,” Sickinger said. “With each location, we try to cater to our audience. At this location, we are going to make our main focus running, endurance and biking.” Stores billed as professional outfitters typically sell clothing for outdoor activities such as camping, kayaking and hiking. But Sickinger said Massey’s is looking to carry anything and everything a student
might need. “We aren’t going to be one of those stores that try to upsell on everything,” Sickinger said. “If someone just needs to grab some board shorts, that’s fine. We want to be there whether students are looking to climb Mount Rainier or take a summer beach trip.” He also mentioned the store would have a full-service bike shop that will offer quick repairs if students get a flat tire between classes. Massey’s will accept bike trade-ins for store credit or cash. However, the store will not directly compete with The Bicycle MASSEY’S, see page 8
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Massey’s, billed a professional outfitter, will open across from Serrano’s and hold a soft opening in August, followed by a grand opening in September.
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INTERNATIONAL
Nation & World
Thursday, July 19, 2012
NATIONAL
STATE/LOCAL
Madonna concert in Poland to open with World War II revolt film
Sky West pilot found dead after jarring ride with stolen plane in Utah
La. energy customers can expect some refunds soon
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Organizers of a Madonna concert in the Polish capital have agreed to a request from city officials to start the show with a brief clip about the Warsaw Uprising, the 1944 revolt against Nazi rule, in a nod to war veterans. Some veterans and young Catholics have voiced anger that the Aug. 1 concert falls on the 68th anniversary of the uprising. The 63-day rebellion ended in the deaths of up to 200,000 Poles and the destruction of the city. Hundreds of protestors attempt to storm Syrian Embassy in Egypt
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A SkyWest Airlines pilot and murder suspect who stole an empty 50-passenger jet and crashed it as he drove it at a small Utah airport was found dead with a gunshot wound to his head about halfway down the aircraft aisle, police said Wednesday. Brian Hedglin was wanted in the murder of his girlfriend in Colorado when he used a rug to scale the razor wire-topped fence at the St. George Municipal Airport early Tuesday. The plane crashed in an airport parking lot before it got off the ground.
BATON ROUGE (AP) — Officials say customers at two Louisiana-based energy companies will be receiving refunds as credits on their energy bills this summer. Members of the state’s Public Service Commission voted to let Pineville-based electricity provider Cleco Corp. put a refund on its customers’ September bills. PSC attorney Mike Fontham says customers of Entergy Corp. subsidiaries in Louisiana should expect a refund after federal regulators decide how much the company owes them.
CAIRO (AP) — Egyptian security forces fired tear gas to push back several hundred protesters trying to storm the Syrian Embassy in Cairo and raise the green-striped flag of Syria’s rebels. A security official says that 14 people were detained. He spoke on condition of anonymity in line with regulations. Cairo is home to a large community of Syrian opposition figures, who have set up a tent in Tahrir Square, the epicenter of Egypt’s own protest movement.
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Protesters walk through a cloud of tear gas Wednesdady during clashes with Egyptian riot police outside the Syrian embassy in Cairo, Egypt.
Islamist rebel group releases three European hostages after ten months BAMAKO, Mali (AP) — A helicopter was dispatched to Mali on Wednesday to retrieve three European hostages held for the past 10 months by a jihadist group, according to the governments of Italy and Spain and a military official in Burkina Faso, which sent the copter. The hostages, who were not immediately able to leave due to a sandstorm, were freed in a prisoner exchange, a prison official in neighboring Mauritania who requested anonymity told The Associated Press.
Search warrants reveal slain marine’s wife targeted by sex ring SAN DIEGO (AP) — Unsealed search warrants show a woman accused of murdering a Marine’s wife was obsessed with another defendant who operated a “sex dungeon” at their home and feared the victim was trying to steal him away. The warrants unsealed Wednesday include a note by suspect Jessica Lopez telling police that she grabbed Brittany Killgore by the ankles and slammed her into the stairs. The documents were released after a court battle involving The Associated Press and other media.
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Houma resident faces DWI allegations for drunk driving shopping scooter HOUMA, La. (AP) — Houma police say a 24-year-old man is accused of driving a shopping scooter while drunk. Police say Thomas J. Phillip’s breath tested at more than double the amount considered legal proof of intoxication under Louisiana law when he was pulled over Sunday. Police say they got a call about a motorized scooter pulling a wheelchair, and found Phillip on the scooter and a friend of his in the wheelchair.
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DEVELOPMENT
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Nicholson master plan presented Street car to run to downtown Joshua Bergeron Staff Writer
Roundabouts, a streetcar and a mixed-use complex could soon replace the University’s Nicholson apartments. The Nicholson Development project held an open forum Tuesday for University students, faculty and staff to discuss the master-plan for the Nicholson Drive area. The project includes Grace and Hebert Architects, Brailsford and Dunlavey, Walker Parking and AECOM. Steve Waller, executive director of the Nicholson Development Project, began the forum by describing the current state of the Nicholson Corridor, painting a
picture of a “destitute warehouse structure.” “The graduate housing is badly in need of repair,” Waller said. “When you come down Nicholson Drive, we want you to say, ‘Well, that’s LSU.’ Currently, it just seems like a side door to the University.” Steve Wilson, project manager for AECOM, continued the meeting by presenting three possible ideas to replace the apartments. The first idea would place student housing on both sides of the Nicholson Drive and a mixed-use town center across from Tiger Stadium. The second idea only places buildings on the west side of Nicholson and creates a new street parallel to Nicholson Drive. The third idea would be a mixture of the two. The main topic of discussion was how Nicholson Drive would change with the new development. “The real goal is to restrict the size of Nicholson in order to slow
down traffic,” Wilson explained. “We want to move truck traffic off of Nicholson. One part of the project would be to increase River Road to four lanes, which would divert truck traffic away from Nicholson, making it more pedestrian-friendly.” The group also discussed the possibility of adding a New Orleans-style street car to the median of Nicholson Drive. If added, the street car would run from the University to downtown Baton Rouge. Wilson said a lengthy bike lane will be added to Nicholson, regardless of which plan is selected. Kevin Cope, Faculty Senate president, said he appreciated the presentation but didn’t want the development to be centered on athletics. “This needs to be a 365 and one-fourth day operation,” Cope said. “The plan is a recipe for success if done right.”
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A scale model of the planned Nicholson Corridor is shown Tuesday at a Nicholson Development project open forum.
Not everyone was receptive to the ideas presented. Landscape architecture professor Bruce Sharky criticized many of the proposals. “I guess I’m a little bit disappointed,” Sharky said. “The three alternatives — to you they’re alternatives, but they’re really just variations on a theme. There’s no real alternative. They look the same.”
Waller said there is no timeline to complete the development, but estimates the whole development to take five years.
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ATHLETICS
Advanced technology used to hone athletes’ skills
Athletic training uses innovative tests Marylee Williams Contributing Writer
Student athletes don’t always have to depend on their coaches for critiques of their performance. Some can just press play. The technology used in athletics to enhance athletic ability and health has been improving over the years, and some University coaches utilize those technologies. Lady Tiger softball players can watch game analysis and scrutinize their own ‘As a coach, performances. to this technology According Lindsay Leftallows you to wich, LSU assee everything sistant softball and relay .’ coach, a camera is mounted on both sides of Lindsay Leftwich the hitter, one LSU assistant softball in centerfield coach and one at the top of the stadium for an overhead shot. Leftwich said this technology gives coaches the ability to slow down the video, compare clips side-by-side and stack video to see the differences. Softball players can also employ this type of technology autonomously. In the batting cages, student athletes use the T2 Motion Analysis System, which is an all-in-one computer and video camera mounted on a rolling tripod. Leftwich said this video technology provides “instant gratification.” “As a coach, this technology allows you to see everything and relay,” she said. “The fact that you can break down a video to 190 frames per second, you can
see the entire kinetic change in a swing.” Gymnastics also utilizes similar video technology and TiVo during practices and competitions. D-D Breaux, LSU gymnastics head coach, said, “Gymnastics is all about straight lines” and the use of slow motion video allows clearer analysis to improve minute details. LSU gymnasts also film their own video analysis with an app called Coach’s Eye on an iPad or iPhone. Technology has changed coaching, according to Breaux. If a gymnast contests her critique, Breaux said the video analysis can resolve disputes or issues. LSU gymnasts also use advanced equipment in the weight room. They can step into the Vertimax Plyometric Jump Trainer’s resistance straps to enhance their jumping ability.
Athletic training is another facet of the University’s athletic department that benefits from innovative technology. Athletic trainers still hand out bags of ice, but they can also prescribe deep oscillation therapy. The Hivamat makes use of vibrations to treat affected tissue. Andy Barker, senior associate athletic trainer, said this therapy moves swelling and releases fluid from affected ligaments or muscles to restore movement. Andi Aguilar, international studies sophomore and track and field distance runner, had to rely on the Hivamat after incurring a knee injury. Aguilar compared the Hivamat to electroshock therapy and said the sensation was unusual. The Hivamat didn’t heal Aguilar’s injury, but she said it helped when quitting running wasn’t an option. Concussions are another
health risk for impact sports, and the University’s use of Immediate Post-Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Testing ensures concussion management. Barker said student athletes take a cognitive test to determine their “baseline,” and after a concussion, the athlete must reach that baseline before returning to
his or her sport. He said he believes LSU’s athletic training is innovative, and if new technology has positive results, the program is willing to try it. Contact Marylee Williams at mwilliams@lsureveille.com
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CAMPUS CRIME BRIEFS Man arrested for outstanding warrant, suspended license Charles Williams, 29, of 275 W. Harrison St., was arrested July 12 for speeding, driving with a suspended license and having an outstanding warrant, according to LSU Police Department spokesman Cory Lalonde. Police stopped Williams for speeding down River Road, Lalonde said. They determined he was driving with a suspended
license and had an outstanding warrant from the 19th District Court for a marijuana-related charge. Police arrested and booked Williams into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison. Man arrested for car burglary
Osazuwa Awanbor, 26, of 452 Nassau Drive, was arrested July 12 for simple burglary,
ACADEMICS
Professor travels to England for conference chosen based on the courses they teach, publications and their involvement in a related field, according to the Round Table’s website. Culross said she doesn’t Marylee Williams know who nominated her, but she Contributing Writer was first contacted to speak three As athletes make their way or four years ago. However, she overseas for the Olympics, a Uni- said she never had the right projversity professor is making the ect, until now. For 35 years, Culross has same journey but with a different studied gifted students and gifted purpose: education. Rita Culross, professor of education programs. She said about five years ago gifted education and women’s and gender studies, will make her she became interested in athletic first trip to England to participate talent development because of in the Oxford Round Table from the upcoming Olympics. The Round Table ends right July 22 to 26 at the Harris Manchester College in the University before the start of the Olympics, but Culross isn’t staying in of Oxford. England for the The Oxford games. Round Table is With the ina non-profit or- ‘What I really like about ganization that conference is what I learn flux of tourists into England, encourages art, education, reli- from other participants.’ Culross said she is keeping her gion, science and fingers crossed charity through Rita Culross that her journey publication and University professor goes well and academic conthe lines at cusferences. This Round Table’s theme is toms aren’t too long. Culross said the one attracsports and culture. The speakers will discuss “the nature and in- tion she wants to visit is a church fluence of sports on nations and in Oxford that was used as a modtheir institutions,” according to el for a scene in the Harry Potter movies. the Round Table’s website. The Oxford Round Table Culross will present a paper titled, “Talent Development and won’t be Culross’s only conferTalent Enhancement of the Olym- ence this year. She said she will be presenting a follow-up study pic Athlete.” In her paper, Culross ex- of a gifted education program in plores misconceptions about Wisconsin at another conference talent development in Olympic this fall. athletes and components in an athlete’s psychological development. She argues that talent doesn’t simply happen; it is a product of various factors and strategies. “What I really like about conferences is what I learn from other participants,” Culross said. This Round Table will feature topics ranging from the economy of sports to sports medicine. Speakers at the Round Table are chosen from a pool of nominations. Contact Marylee Williams at Former speakers nomimwilliams@lsureveille.com nate invitees, and speakers are
Influence of sports to be discussed
remaining after being forbidden and for having a switched license plate on his vehicle. LSU police officers responded to a call about a vehicle burglary at Nicholson Apartments, Lalonde said. By the time they arrived, the suspect had left the scene, but witnesses gave descriptions of the suspect and his car to the officers. The police found the suspect in his car in the Bernie Moore Stadium parking lot and were able to identify him with the
witnesses’ descriptions. Man arrested for operating vehicle without lawful presence in the U.S. Raul M. Perez, 32, of 6041 Parkcrest Court, was arrested July 15 for operating a vehicle without lawful presence in the United States. Lalonde said officers saw a vehicle speeding on Highland Road near S. Stadium Drive. They stopped the car,
and after talking to Perez, they determined he had no license, and he was in the country illegally. They then booked Perez into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison for speeding, driving without a drivers license and operating a vehicle without a lawful presence in the United States.
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Sports
Thursday, July 19, 2012
Stand right up and roar Rivals forecast FOOTBALL
Miles: ‘Our football team can achieve greatly’
season to come
Chandler Rome Staff Writer
HOOVER, Ala. — Tiger sons, Stony Brook and Twitter fights; it’s all in a day’s work for LSU head coach Les Miles. Concluding the second day of Southeastern Conference Media Days, the eight-year LSU veteran fielded questions with topics ranging from head injuries to junior cornerback Tyrann Mathieu’s Twitter account and that fateful January night earlier this year in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. As only he could, Miles forecasted immense success for the national runners-up. “It’s fair to say that in all three phases we’ll have an opportunity to play very well,” Miles said. “Our football team can achieve greatly.” Replacing two top-15 NFL Draft picks on defense, a second-round pick at wide receiver and two veteran quarterbacks who anchored a sometimes stagnant offense, Miles said the team has transitioned seamlessly to junior quarterback Zach Mettenberger – adding that the Tigers have reloaded a “consistent” defensive scheme lead by fourth year defensive coordinator John Chavis. With Mettenberger stepping into the starting role, Miles acknowledged the deepball threat he possesses and said the past days of a running quarterback are over. “You’ll naturally get more throws, and I think we’ll get a little bit deeper ball thrown,” Miles said. “I think there’s enjoyment with the idea that Zach can make that deep ball throw very comfortably.” Mettenberger – a Butler Junior College transfer – steps in as a strong-armed, pro-style quarterback who Miles said has a very direct approach in his leadership of the team. The Watkinsville, Ga. native said his journey as a Tiger has been “day-to-day,” and he’s ready to fill Jordan Jefferson’s shoes as the Tiger starter. “Being the starter is something I’ve been looking forward to all my life,” Mettenberger said. “I’m just trying to give it my all every day.” With a bevy of returning running backs,
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UF, Aub., Arky have high hopes Chandler Rome Staff Writer
HOOVER, Ala. — Several of LSU’s chief football rivals took the floor Wednesday on day two of the Southeastern Conference’s annual Media Days. While neither Florida, Arkansas nor Auburn are expected to win the league this season, that didn’t stop the coaches from promising improved seasons in 2012.
senior Lavar Edwards as players who could give opposing offenses fits all season. “They are the kind of guys that can step forward and make it difficult on an offense to move the football,” Miles said. Anchoring the secondary are “big-game” veterans Mathieu, senior safety Eric Reid and junior cornerback Tharold Simon, all of whom Miles said would be called upon to
FLORIDA It was hard to tell if Florida coach Will Muschamp was nervous about speaking to the media or just playing coy about the high expectations that always greet the Gators. It was most likely the former, since his opening statement bordered on novel length with a 15-minute, 2,000-word speech that spanned everything from his own expectations for the upcoming season to praising his kicker, Caleb Sturgis. Muschamp acknowledged Florida’s trouble on both sides of the ball last season, and he said a major offseason focus has been to develop a more “north-south” running attack. “People ask ‘What will be different?’” Muschamp said. “We better score some more points. But [offensive coordinator Brent Pease] brings a lot of formation variation, motion shifts. We will be more of a downhill running game because of the backs
ROAR, see page 7
RIVALS, see page 7
MIKE GEGENHEIMER / The Daily Reveille
LSU coach Les Miles speaks to the media during day two of SEC Football Media Days in Hoover, Alabama
including juniors Spencer Ware and Alfred Blue and sophomores Michael Ford and Kenny Hilliard, Miles said he’d like to see two runners “take the lead.” “I’d like to have two guys step forward and take the lead and really keep one in a position to keep his legs fresh,” Miles said. “[Then] we can put fresh backs in the game or should someone get hurt.” Miles lauded junior defensive linemen Sam Montgomery and Barkevious Mingo and
FOOTBALL
Mettenberger passes first media test Junior QB ready to restore LSU offense Mike Gegenheimer Contributing Writer
HOOVER, Ala. — It has been 192 days since the Crimson Tide of Alabama rolled over LSU in the BCS National Championship. One hundred and ninety two days of hurt for a Tiger fan base that has tried desperately to forget the decimation of their beloved team, but to no avail. But the Tigers look to what will
hopefully be their light at the end of the dark tunnel that is the 2012 offseason, and that light comes in the shape of junior quarterback Zach Mettenberger. LSU coach Les Miles addressed his new quarterback’s role on Wednesday of the SEC Media Days. “I think Zach Mettenberger is going to give us a really nice quarterback,” Miles said. “The things that he’s done in leadership, the approach he’s taken with this team has been very obvious.” Mettenberger takes over an offense that ranked No. 106 in the nation last season -- 10th in the SEC – after what can only be described as
putrid play under center at times. However, despite Mettenberger’s limited play and past indiscretions, Miles has full faith that his quarterback can bring LSU back to the promised land. “The good news is he’s not a young quarterback,” Miles said. “Now it looks to me that he’s kind of ready to go to the field. He’s not that freshman, that sophomore that really doesn’t understand the game.” Mettenberger first came into the public eye as a freshman at the University of Georgia when he was charged with sexual battery, leading METTENBERGER, see page 7
MIKE GEGENHEIMER / The Daily Reveille
LSU junior quarterback Zach Mettenenberger will take the reigns of an LSU passing attack that ranked No. 100 in the nation in Division I last season.
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Thursday, July 19, 2012
Hornets, Demps sabotaging future by investing in Gordon MIC’D UP MICAH BEDARD Sports Columnist A few weeks ago, I was “buzzing” about the future of the New Orleans Hornets. The Bees had one of the best drafts of any team in the National Basketball Association with the selections of Anthony Davis, Austin Rivers and Darius Miller. Somehow, New Orleans general manager Dell Demps finagled forward Ryan Anderson from the Orlando Magic in exchange for Gustavo Ayon. For once, Demps made a few sensible moves, unlike trading promising youngsters Darren Collison and Marcus Thornton for players who won’t be a part of the Hornets 2012-13 roster. But that trend didn’t last long. On July 14, Demps and the rest of the Hornets’ front office made a decision that will haunt their nightmares for years to come, matching the Phoenix Suns’ fouryear, $58 million offer to shooting guard Eric Gordon. That’s when my optimism took a nosedive into the depths of pessimism. To the casual basketball fan, retaining Gordon was a no-brainer. In his first four NBA seasons, the former Indiana University star hasn’t averaged less than 16.1 points. Gordon was a solid contributor on the 2010 FIBA World Championship gold medal team and just
recently missed the cut to represent Team USA at the 2012 Olympics in London, England. However, Gordon’s ability on the hardwood is not the reason the Hornets will regret signing him to a maximum contract — it’s because he’s an idiot. At the beginning of the free agent period, Gordon had nothing good to say about New Orleans. He took a tour around the country to see what kind of money the Indiana Pacers, Houston Rockets and Suns would throw his way. After a visit to Phoenix, Gordon said, “Phoenix is just where my heart is now.” So the Hornets just paid the maximum amount for a player whose heart is in Arizona and plan on building their franchise around him? Sounds promising. An interview at the USA Basketball tryouts didn’t make Gordon seem any brighter. He could barely stand still and used the word “uh” more times than Tim Tebow said excited in his introductory press conference for the New York Jets. Since signing his colossal contract, Gordon has been the Hornets summer league squad’s biggest cheerleader, sending out messages of encouragement via Twitter such as, “Hornets sure are playing hard. They look nervous also! But that’s all about of it.” That tweet just tells me Gordon is still trying to get a grasp of the English language. I’m not convinced Gordon is a master of reverse psychology
and was making comments about Phoenix feeling like home just to throw a curveball. He can tweet all he wants, but his future actions on the basketball court will mean much more. How much do I trust that Gordon will still be here in year four of his gigantic deal and to become the object of New Orleanians’ affection? About as much as I trust Kim Kardashian to make a smart decision in a hotel room with Ray J and a video camera. Does Demps think that a player who already voiced he didn’t want to be in New Orleans will have a complete change of heart and give his all to a Western Conference bottom feeder? I thought Demps would have learned his lesson after last season’s debacle with Chris Paul. He wasn’t able to convince Paul to stay and was forced to trade him to the Los Angeles Clippers for Gordon, Chris Kaman and Al-Farouq Aminu, or — as I like to call him — the worst excuse for a basketball player in the NBA. Don’t forget Gordon played in just nine games in a Hornets uniform last season due to a knee injury. Many fans called him out for sitting on the bench when he could have been contributing. It baffles me that after watching him in only nine games last season, Demps decided he was worth $58 million. NBA dynasties aren’t built overnight, and they certainly aren’t built by overpaying a player
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New Orleans Hornets guard Eric Gordon (center) drives to the basket against Memphis Grizzlies’ Rudy Gay. Gordon signed a four-year, $58 million contract last week.
coming off a serious knee injury. Giving Gordon $14 million a year is just fiscally irresponsible. The Hornets were terrible last season, finishing dead last in the Western Conference with a 21-45 record. Let’s say Gordon is healthy and plays 82 games in the upcoming season. New Orleans might win 10 more games. There are far more glaring issues the Hornets’ front office has ignored. Besides adding Gordon and Anderson and the draft picks, what other moves make this squad significantly better over last year?
Chris Kaman signed with the Dallas Mavericks, Carl Landry won’t be resigned and Jarrett Jack was recently traded to the Golden State Warriors. The signing might excite most of the Hornets bandwagoners, but it’s a desperate, unnecessary move. Micah Bedard is a 21-year-old history major from Houma. Follow him on Twitter @DardDog.
Contact Micah Bedard at mbedard@lsureveille.com
OLYMPICS
London one big party for athletes The Associated Press
LONDON (AP) — “Sex And The City,” move over. Here comes “Sex In The Village.” Make that the athletes’ village. As in Olympics. Tales of shenanigans at the living quarters for 10,000 super-fit young men and women have always abounded, and London doesn’t look as if it will be any different. U.S. women’s soccer star Hope Solo recently dished about serious partying at the Beijing Games, and some newly-arrived athletes say they can hardly wait for the fun to begin. “The Olympics is the height of your career, so you might do some things you don’t usually do,” British beach volleyball player Shauna Mullin said with a giggle Wednesday. Most, like Mullin, will restrain from going too far, aware they’re in the international spotlight. Still, there’s no need to be prudish, according to the man overseeing the health of the Brazilian team. “[Sex] is common at the Olympics. It’s necessary. It’s natural,” Joao Olyntho Machado Neto said. “If you are going to be healthy people, why not make sex? ... Brazil is very tolerant with sex as a country. We don’t have Victorian minds, and we’re not religious.” Ivory Coast swimmer Kouassi Brou was one of the youngest
competitors in Beijing at 16, but he’s grown up now. And ready for some Olympic love. “In 2008, I was so young and so shy, so I didn’t interact with the women,” the now 20-year-old Brou said. “But now I’m a big man. So I can try. I will try.” And he’s clear about his ambitions. “If they are beautiful, it’s OK,” he said. Thousands of free condoms will be available. Organizers have heard enough about village antics from previous games to know there will be heavy demand by athletes for contraception. Solo recalled seeing competitors having sex out in the open in Beijing. “On the grass, between buildings, people are getting down and
dirty,” the 2008 gold medalist told ESPN The Magazine recently. Still, her revelations startled some athletes interviewed in the athletes village on Wednesday. “It’s not something I’ve seen at all. ... Maybe I wasn’t up on the right nights,” Australian canoeist Warwick Draper said. “It’s not something I think you’d expect to see in the village.” Mullin knows how she would react to anything racy: “I’m pretty sure if I see it I’ll end up laughing.” Wild parties in athletes’ villages are not new. Many of them live in a world where their every move is followed by the media and they’re delighted to unwind in the privacy of the village, where the outside world is excluded. Contact The Daily Reveille’s sports staff at sports@lsureveille.com
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we have.” Regarding his defense, Muschamp seemed positive, stating that the Gators only lose one starter and return 15 of their 16 top tacklers. “Defensively, going into last season, we had less starters than anyone else in the SEC,” Muschamp said. “That attributed a lot to our inconsistent play across the board. That’s where we need to improve.” ARKANSAS For any team not named Penn State, Arkansas had one of the most tumultuous off-seasons in recent
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to his removal from the team. Miles defended the junior college transfer, saying that since his arrival at LSU, Mettenberger has been a “quality teammate.” Miles went on to say he understands that people make mistakes, but he believes Mettenberger deserves a second chance. Since then, Mettenberger has taken the shape of a leader on a team that has appeared far from unified at times, namely alleged rumors of locker room fights preceding
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make big plays. Reid, a Geismar native, will be the seasoned pro in the secondary, along with junior linebacker Kevin Minter – who was recently named to the Lombardi Award watch-list . “I’m just ready to put some shoulder pads on again,” Reid said. “It’s strange not putting those shoulder pads on in the summer.” With a noticeably easier nonconference schedule than the gauntlet the Tigers faced last season – a gauntlet that Miles said included “everybody but the Green
memory after head coach Bobby Petrino was fired for lying about an extramarital affair with an intern after crashing his motorcycle in April. Enter former Razorbacks special teams coach and Michigan State head coach John L. Smith, as the Hogs still look to play into pre-season national championship hopes and capitalize on an 11-2 record last season. “A little adversity is just going to make us stronger,” Smith said on Wednesday at SEC Football Media Days. “They’ve had great energy, worked hard. Our players are doing a great job.” Coaching with only a ten-month contract, Smith has the luxury of
The Daily Reveille a healthy Knile Davis at running back and a veteran presence in returning quarterback Tyler Wilson.
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AUBURN While it may have been a step down from the BCS National Championship game he coached in the year before, Auburn head coach Gene Chizik said last season’s Chik-fil-a Bowl win over Virginia was a big moment for his program. After a year that included blowout losses and near colossal upsets, Chizik said the win gave his underclassmen confidence and “put them on the map.” “I think that gave us some mo-
mentum as we propelled ourselves through the off-season,” Chizik said. “Since then it’s really been a good thing watching our guys grow.” Now transitioning to a more pro-style offense, headed by new offensive coordinator Scot Loeffler, Chizik said the Tigers will rely heavily on a senior class that has averaged ten wins per season in their first three years and is unbeaten in bowl games. “We feel like those seniors that have been starters in the past, we feel like their leadership is key,” Chizik said. “It’s very paramount.” Tiger wide receiver Emory Blake and tight end Philip Lutzenkirchen both praised the new offense
and their role within it. Chizik said while his team last year was young, the resilience it showed will pay dividends as the Tigers look to capture their second Southeastern Conference and national titles in three years. “[We] feel good about the direction it’s headed,” Chizik said.
the national championship. “My biggest job has just been to develop as a leader every day,” Mettenberger said. “I’m just trying to learn and progress and be a person that has a positive influence on this team.” Mettenberger also set a high bar for himself following his breakthrough performance in the 2012 spring game. On that scorching April afternoon, Mettenberger threw for 270 yards and two touchdowns in a game that Miles had previously claimed
was going to be “very vanilla.” “You can just see it in his eyes,” said sophomore receiver Odell Beckham Jr. “He’s ready. He has a phenomenal arm, and he’s going to lead us to a lot of victories. He’s got one of the stronger arms I’ve seen. We’ll be able to go four wide, five wide and just throw the ball around.” Mettenberger will have the daunting task of developing a passing game with a Rueben Randle-less Tiger receiving corps, whose statistical leader was a true freshman in Beckham, who only hauled in 41
receptions for 475 yards and two touchdowns. The self-proclaimed “Fab Five” of Beckham, senior Russell Shepard, juniors Kadron Boone and James Wright and sophomore Jarvis Landry aren’t making waves around the nation for their projected skills. “Last year we were so run dominated, but this year, with a guy like Zach, you can sling the ball around and at the end of the day still have the run and the pass,” Beckham said. When asked about last year’s quarterback play, Mettenberger shied
away from anything remotely controversial, instead trying to give as much credit as possible to his former teammates. There are 44 days untill LSU takes the field against North Texas. That’s 44 days for Mettenberger to get his team ready for a season filled with high expectations – and the longing to erase Tiger nation’s painful memories.
Bay Packers” – reporters wondered whether he would use the Stony Brook baseball squad who ended LSU’s baseball season as a teaching point. “I recognize, and I think our team does too, that anybody can beat you,” Miles said. “It’s not about our opponent so much, it’s about how we play.” Peppered with more questions about the newly-approved four-team playoff and one reporter’s perceived “blandness” of Chavis, Miles was finally pressed on Mathieu’s recent Twitter battle with Alabama quarterback A.J. McCarron. After recognizing that a
“verbal squabble” takes place from time to time, Miles dismissed the rant. “I can tell you that no game is won on a Twitter page,” Miles said.
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LSU sophomore wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. is expected to assume the role of primary downfield target in the Tigers’ newly-touted downfield passing game.
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STUDENT GOVERNMENT
Elections Code discussion continues No regulations put on social media Kristen Frank Contributing Writer
The debate for the revision of the Elections Code heated up in the Student Government’s summer planning meeting Tuesday night. The committee continued with Article VI, Campaign Procedures, debating how long elections could run in the upcoming school year. Andrew David, chief of staff, suggested there be one week of active campaigning and one week of passive campaigning in the new sixweek campaign stint. There has not yet been a vote for this motion. There was, however, a passing vote to put passive campaigning back in the code, as it had been debated last week to take it out. Next on the table was the subject of social media regulations. T Graham Howell, deputy chief justice, said social media sites like Facebook are not an system that can be regulated. Robert Cavell, senator for the
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Shop across Highland, according to general manager Gerry Fullington. Massey’s will sell mountain bikes, while The Bicycle Shop focuses on racing and street bikes. The store will also take an ecofriendly approach by using LED lights in its store-front sign. Some stores begin with careful
University Center for Advising and Counseling, proposed students wanting to run in a SG election shouldn’t be able to send messages soliciting votes from other students unless they are friends on Facebook. The vote was passed that all regulations regarding social media be struck. The next vote to be passed prohibited the use of animals in active campaigning. Howell proposed an amendment after these votes to ban anything in campaigning related to the prurient interest – the legal term for anything relating to a blunt or degrading interest in sexual material. The motion passed unanimously. Article VI had two more votes that passed: the Judicial Branch, Elections Board, student body president and vice president cannot publicly endorse a candidate; and candidates cannot take financial contributions. The summer planning committee then moved back to Article III, Election Timetable, to debate the exact order and length of the elections. The proposed election schedule was Week One: Pre-qualifying, Week Two: Information sessions
for regulations and procedures, Week Three: Passive campaigning, Week Four: Active campaigning – in which student organization visits would be allowed — Week Five: Elections and active campaigning and Week Six: Active campaigning and the runoff election. No solid vote was cast for this. Pre-qualifying by candidates for elections was deemed optional, though candidates who do decide to prequalify must submit a form with their name, LSU ID number and the office they wish to run for according to the committee. In Article VII, Spending Limits, it was decided to keep all expenditure limits for independent candidates the same as they’d previously been. The meeting closed with a rather heated debate over the manner in which complaints should be filed, who sees them once they are filed and the impartiality of that person. No ultimatum was reached, despite the debate.
planning and market analysis, but Sickinger said the decision to open a store in Northgate was conceived in a casual conversation with owner Mike Massey. The store is slated to soft-open at the beginning of August. Fullington said the store will have a grand opening in early September. With its opening, Massey’s will be one the second retail clothing stores
in the area. But the store isn’t looking to simply sell merchandise. Sickinger said the store is also interested in partnering with University Recreation to sponsor their Adventure Education Trip Program.
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people who are totally dissatisfied,” Barrios said. “Not only with Governor Jindal, but [also] all those legislators who are doing whatever he wants.” The organization’s efforts have not gone unnoticed. Jason Dore, executive director of the Republican Party of Louisiana, e-mailed all the chairmen of the Recall efforts, asking for the names and addresses of all who had signed the petition, citing a public records request. The e-mail also states failure to comply with the Louisiana Public Records Act could “result in the institution of proceedings for the issuance of a writ of mandamus, together with attorney’s fees, costs and damages as provided for by law.” In this case, a writ of mandamus would force the names and adresses of signees to be revealed. However, the signees’ information is not covered under the Public Records Act until all the names are verified by the Secretary of State, according to Barrios. Thomas Filo, a lawyer representing a former Recall Kevin Pearson chairman, said in a letter to Dore, “attempting to secure the names of recall petition signatories prior to filing or certification raises serious constitutional issues under the 1st and 14th Amendments.” The organization has a September 1 deadline to reach its goal — 1
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Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal leaves the Baton Rouge City Club on Monday after attending a luncheon in support of Mitt Romney’s presidential campaign.
million signatures. Only 950,000 are needed to force a recall election for Jindal, though. Barrios said there isn’t a way of knowing how close they are to that goal. “So many petitions are out that we can’t know the number until the deadline,” she said. The organization also can’t choose who would run against Jindal in a recall election. “That’s up to the political parties,” Barrios said. “We are working with, among other groups, the state democratic party. We’re hoping there will be a viable candidate that runs against him.” The recall organization is supported by the Louisiana Political Action Committee, who helps fund the
recall campaign and will support any viable candidate that runs against Jindal, according to Barrios. Contact Taylor Balkom at tbalkom@lsureveille.com
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Museum After Dark: A Tale of Baton Rouge with Culture Candy Culture Candy asked Baton Rougeans to photograph parts of the city that are in danger of being lost to modernism, growth and inevitable change. Attendees can meet the photographers and view their work. 100 Lafayette St., 5:30 p.m., Free
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Friday: Swamp Pop Music Festival The 14th annual festival is held at the Lamar Dixon Expo Center in Gonzales. The event continues on Saturday. Begins at 6 p.m., Lamar Dixon Expo Center, $10 Friday, $15 Saturday
Belle Summer Concert Series Local favorites The Chee Weez rock the indoor Belle of Baton Rouge Atrium. 103 French St., 5-8 p.m., Free
Saturday: Mike VI’s Birthday Celebration Live music, food and birthday cake will be available at the celebration of Mike’s seventh birthday. Circa 1857 on Government St., 6-9 p.m., $20 Summah Jam at American Thrift Six regional singer-songwriters will perform five songs, four of their own and one by award-winning artist Beck. 1284 Perkins Rd., 5-10 p.m., $8 advance, $10 at the door
Sunday: The Color Purple - The Musical The Independence Park Theatre hosts a musical version of the classic tale. 7800 Independence Blvd., 3-5 p.m., $20
Mike the Tiger turns 7 years old Saturday
The University’s beloved, living mascot Mike VI will be turning a whopping 7 years old this upcoming weekend. To help him celebrate another year in Tiger country, the School of Veterinary Medicine is partnering up with Pearls & Tiger Paws to create a
photo illustration by BRIANNA PACIORKA / The Daily Reveille
birthday bash. for the School of VetThe event will be erinary Medicine, exhosted at Circa 1857 on plained that this is only Saturday July 21 from the second year that a 6 p.m. until 9 shindig will Taylor Schoen p.m. There is be thrown Contributing Writer a $20 donation in honor of requirement Mike. per person. Lanier said that the Laura Lanier, party is the brainchild of director of development Pearls & Tiger Paws, an
auxiliary volunteer-based group that does fundraising and publicity for the Vet School. “We’re pretty quiet in our volunteering, but I think this will become a more overt group,” MIKE, see page 11
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Yahoo will grow under Mayer Remember Yahoo? If the answer is no, you’re not alone. As of late, the search engine and social media giant has been overshadowed by Google and Facebook, and things were looking grim. Former CEO Scott Thompson resigned after it was discovered he blatantly lied on his resume. Yahoo posted a whopping 1 percent inTAYLOR BALKOM revenue crease in the Staff Writer first quarter of 2012 from the previous year. Basically, Yahoo has been slowly dying for the last several years. But behold — a stallion is on the horizon. Marissa Mayer, one of Google’s top executives and its first female engineer, was named the new CEO of Yahoo on Monday. The announcement came as a shock — most believed interim CEO Ross Levinsohn would be the obvious choice. But Yahoo’s selection of Mayer is the best decision the company has made in a long, long time. Mayer is a well-known, highly respected individual in the tech world. And she’s responsible for MAYER, see page 11
TECHNOLOGY
Tablet wars heat up Nexus 7 a serious competitor
Taylor Balkom Staff Writer
In the ever-increasing tablet market, it can be difficult to find the tablet that fits one’s needs and wallet. But with the launch of Amazon’s Kindle Fire and Barnes and Nobles’ Nook Tablet in 2011, $199 tablets are quickly gaining ground on heavy hitters like the $499 Apple iPad and Asus’ Transformer line. Now, there’s another contender in the small tablet category: Google’s Nexus 7. Announced at
an annual I/O event in June, the tablet has a 7-inch screen and is $199, just like the Kindle Fire and Nook Tablet. A break down of the stats reveal which tablet may surpass the competition. APPEARANCE It’s understood that tablets, for the most part, look pretty similar. That holds true for the Kindle Fire and Nexus 7, both of which are solid black with matte finishes on the reverse side. They are nearly identical in terms of dimensions, though the Nexus 7 is lighter. Lauren Smith, wildlife ecology junior, received a Kindle Fire last month and said she loves TABLETS, see page 11
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The Amazon Kindle Fire is a $199, 7-inch tablet that competes with similarly priced and sized tablets like the Google Nexus 7 and Barnes and Nobles’ Nook Tablet.
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Old Crow Medicine Show, “Carry Me Back”
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Old Crow Medicine Show returns to the music scene after a four-year break with the new full-length album, “Carry Me Back.” The folk six-piece provides new energy and manages while simultaneously staying true to its bluegrass roots. The album is well-balanced, equipped with both toe-tapping numbers — “Mississippi Saturday Night” — as well as heartfelt ballads — “Genevieve.” “Carry Me Back” also displays the band’s ability to master the simple, “Country Gal,” and complex tunes ”Carry Me Back to Virginia,” both of which sound organic and fitting. OCMS possess a unique talent of capturing a refreshing, vintage sound that has long been extinct since the invention of Auto-Tune. The string band provides easy-listening, even for those who aren’t fans of Americana, with tinges of soul and alternative. This record would be best listened to while cruising the back roads of the deep, dirty South.
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Hans Zimmer, “The Dark Knight Rises” Original Soundtrack
WaterTower Music
Epic. There is only one word needed to describe Hans Zimmer, and “epic” is it. His latest soundtrack for “The Dark Knight Rises” is nothing short of spectacular. There are pumping action tracks like “Gotham’s Reckoning” and “The Fire Rises” interspersed with slow, somber ones like “Born in Darkness.” There are tracks that will simply explode minds like “Why Do We Fall?” There are simply not enough adjectives in any language to detail the level of awesome every minute of music on this album has. Zimmer will win awards for his work on this soundtrack. It’s absolutely brilliant, and anyone who willfully participates in the act of enjoying anything should check this album out. Simply put, “The Dark Knight Rises: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack” is one of the best movie soundtracks in existence, and Zimmer is only solidifying the argument that he is the best composer in the world. TAYLOR BALKOM
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Breaking Bad, “Live Free or Die”
AMC
Season four ended with Walter White thinking one step ahead of his crime boss nemesis Gustavo Fing to save his family. In doing so, he took the final step toward becoming a criminal as cutthroat as the killers he’s defeated throughout previous seasons. “Live Free or Die” saw Walter fully embrace this identity in a series of dark decisions, like his condescending and domineering snubs toward his wife and partners who have helped him survive his criminal career. Despite the resolution of Season four, this episode wasn’t short of action, centering mainly on Walter and Jesse’s attempt to destroy DEA-impounded evidence. In addition, the episode’s opening flash-forward sequence implied Walt might finally have to face the consequences of the actions he mentioned to his wife before last season’s face-off.
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Nas, “Life is Good”
Island Def Jam
For perennial rap fans, Nasir Jones is a name that is synonymous with quality music. Throughout his career, Nas has produced many classics, such as “Illmatic,” “Stillmatic” and “Hip Hop is Dead.” With his latest release, “Life is Good,” Nas produces a record worth more praise. That being said, he is obviously in the twilight of his career. After rapping about drugs and living in the hood for most of his life, Nas takes a different approach on his latest effort, rapping about his daughters and life after making it out of Queensbridge, New York. Amy Winehouse even makes a posthumous appearance. “Life is Good” isn’t quite the same kind of rap that made Nas famous, but it is still a better album than most could ever hope to produce, one worth every penny.
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Baroness, “Yellow & Green”
Relapse Records
Once content with being a decent yet indistinguishable hard rock band, Savannah, GA-based Baroness have rightly altered their sound for their newest album, “Yellow & Gold.” Much like fellow Georgia rockers Mastodon, Baroness have left behind the sludge-heavy tones found on their first two albums, “Red Album,” and “Blue Record.” Singles such as “Take My Bones Away” and “March to the Sea” perfectly illustrate the band’s willingness to leave behind the doom-and-gloom sound for a more radio-friendly tone. Baroness have succeeded in an area where many acts fail – they’ve managed to make their music far more accessible without alienating their hardcore fan base. The end result of all this change is one of the smartest, weirdest metal albums in recent memory.
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EDITOR’S PICK: No Doubt, “Settle Down”
Interscope Records Well it’s about damn time. Alternative/ska band “No Doubt” bumps back to the limelight with the group’s first single in more than a decade. “Settle Down,” a track which inspires listeners to do anything but, is poppy and fun without over-exploiting the success of the band’s old, successful sound. It’s a perfect update, utilizing new styles of present musical trends and throwing back an appropriate amount of nostalgia. Opening with stirring stringy synths and quickly joined by one instrumental element at a time, Gwen Stafani’s famous sassy vocals introduce lead in to a hook that inspires a certain amount of let-your-hair-down dance moves. The dynamic pace almost makes it sound like two separate songs — one bouncy with tang, the other low and reverberating. It’s a good sign of things to come from the iconic ‘90s band.
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Alumna takes first place at Art Melt Taylor Schoen
Contributing Writer
Baton Rouge’s leadership organization Forum 35 hosted the ninth annual Art Melt on July 14. The event was free and invited residents to view and purchase artwork. Artists competed for awards and cash prizes. This year’s first-place winner was Kellye Eisworth, a recent University photography graduate. The up-and-coming artist now resides in New Orleans, and she works as a photo assistant for New Orleans artist Deborah Luster. She is also currently seeking a second job in the arts field, Eisworth said. Eisworth describes her style of photography as “a documentary portraiture, exploring the human condition through various subcultures within society.” The winning artwork is a photograph named “Jesse,” and it comes from her series entitled “Transient.” “The project focuses on the art of tattooing in American culture and the way individuals use these emblems to communicate,” Eisworth explained. According to her website, “by documenting the modern subculture of tattoos, I attempt to explore
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“Jesse,” a photograph by Kellye Eisworth, won first place Saturday in the ninth annual Art Melt held in downtown Baton Rouge.
the dichotomy between the enduring and the fleeting. The individuals I portray are young, usually in their early to mid-twenties. Though their youth is transitory, the emblems that mark their bodies are permanent.” Local artists, such as Eisworth, recognize the cultural significance of special projects like Art Melt. “Events such as Forum 35’s Art Melt are crucial to the vitality of arts and culture within our local community. This free event makes the arts accessible to the general public and promotes a growing interest in the visual arts, music and performance arts,” Eisworth said. Art Melt also provided a networking opportunity for budding artists in the area. “Art Melt provides a venue for local artists to showcase their work and connect with other artists
in their area,” Eisworth said. Eisworth said that this was her second year participating in Art Melt and her first time ever placing in an art competition. “I was very surprised when I won first place. I feel really honored, especially since there were so many other amazing pieces in the show,” Eisworth said. Eisworth received $2,000 for her winning piece, and said that she plans on spending the money by paying off some bills and investing the rest into a savings fund.
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COMMUNITY
Multi-level arcade, bar to open in BR Venue also features laser tag, bowling
cade will use 4,000 square feet and feature numerous games. Customers can win prizes that differ from typical arcades, according to Alford. The bowling alley will inDanielle Kelley clude comfortable furniture, and Contributing Writer Alford said he envisions compaStudents will have a new op- nies gathering to “relax and mintion for nightlife come October. gle” at Quarters. A new venue called Quarters “There’s also a boutique will feature an arcade, bowling bowling alley, which is comalley, laser tag arena, bar and prised of 10 lanes, and there’s restaurant at the corner of South sections within the bowling alley Sherwood Forest Boulevard and where there’s really plush furniCoursey Boulevard. Construction ture for groups,” he said. began about three weeks ago. Quarters’ restaurant menu The multi-leveled, 40,000 is created by one of Fleming’s square-foot entertainment venue Steakhouse’s former executive will be the first of its kind and chefs, though the food is classiis the brainchild of Baton Rouge fied more as “casual dining,” Alresidents Marlon ford said. Moore, Collis Guests can ‘Adults can come and gather Temple III and in a large Ryan Curtis, the have a good time and be lounge and bar latter two are Uniduring Quarkids again.’ versity alumni, ters’ “Overtime,” according to marwhich is its happy Keidrick Alford keting representahour. tive Keidrick Al- Quarters marketing representative Though Alford. ford said Quar“The ownership board, ters is a family-friendly space they’re all local,” Alford said. throughout the day, it will allow “[They] understand the culture of only adults 18-years-old and oldsouth Louisiana, and [they] can er to enter in the evening. Childirectly interact with the patrons dren will be admitted only with a and customers.” parent or guardian. The laser tag arena will take “We want the atmosphere to up 8,000 square feet, and the ar- shift into an adult atmosphere,”
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Lanier said. “I think this is something that is a more visible opportunity to give back.” The fundraiser will be beneficial not only to four-legged friends, but also to the residents of Baton Rouge. “We really want people to know that we are here for them. We are not only a place for emergencies, but we are also a place that supports community outreach,” Lanier said. “This event is really about the school, and about the clinic and about the students.” The party promises a good time and lots of light-hearted fun, but it is also an opportunity for the school to showcase its caretaking of different animals, such as dogs, cats, exotics and exotic cats like Mike, according to Lanier. “A lot of people forget at times when they see that beautiful habitat and that beautiful cat in there that Mike does have health issues, preventive issues and feeding that are all taken care of by staff of the Vet School,” Lanier said. The entertainment of the night will include local Americana act Ben Bell and the Stardust Boys, silent auctions, vintage shopping, food catered by Yvette Marie’s Café, an open bar, photo booth and the human Mike the Tiger mascot, Lanier said. A children’s station will also be part of the festivities and include sidewalk chalk, balloon animals and caricatures of Mike and other animals. “We feel like we’re really community based, and that makes it a real family atmosphere,” Lanier
said. “For people who couldn’t see coming without their children, we want them to feel this is a friendly environment.” All proceeds of the night will be donated to the School of Veterinary Medicine’s philanthropic partners. The main areas that the money will be benefiting are research, scholarships and keeping the hospital running, according to Lanier. Continuing the celebration, Pearls & Tiger Paws will also be hosting an event on July 29 at Corks and Canvases. Guests are welcome to come drink, paint and get to know more about Pearls & Tiger Paws.
he said. “Children are still welcome, only accompanied by parents.” Alford added Quarters plans to remain open later on Saturdays during football season. Customers can watch the game at the arcade and then go play and visit after the fourth quarter of University games. Alford mentioned non-Louisiana natives wouldn’t understand the importance of having a place to hang out during and after football games. “Adults can come and have a good time and be kids again,” Alford said. Though October is Quarters’ launch month, patrons who ‘like’ the business on Facebook, follow it on Twitter or join its e-mail list will have a first-look at the venue before it is open to the public, Alford said.
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its size. “It’s really easy to use and not too big,” Smith said. The Nook Tablet looks strikingly different than most other tablets, besides the Nook Color. The screen is surrounded by a grey bezel that flows onto the rear of the device, which is also grey. The most interesting design choice for the Nook Tablet is the location of the microSD slot — the hollowed-out right corner, which can be moved to access the slot. HARDWARE With the Kindle Fire and Nook Tablet being several months older than the Nexus 7, there’s no question which tablet has more horsepower. Both the Kindle Fire and Nook Tablet have dual-core 1GHz processors, which can handle most tasks with relative ease. But the Nexus 7 has the quadcore Tegra 3 processor running inside, which blows most other processors in terms of raw power away. That’s coupled with a 1 GB of RAM, making the Nexus 7 a multitasking machine. Plus, it’s the only tablet with a built-in camera and near-field communications capabilities, which allows information to be shared between devices over short distances. ECOSYSTEM All three tablets run the Android operating system, but to different degrees.
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much of the look of Google’s core services like Gmail, Google News and Google Images. Imagine a Yahoo that didn’t look like crap. It’s hard to do, isn’t it? But Mayer could change all of that. She’s got a BS in Symbolic Systems and an MS in Computer Science from Stanford University. Unlike Hewlett-Packard, which hired Leo Apotheker, a man who managed to launch and destroy an entire line of webOS products during his 10-month tenure as CEO, Mayer has a deep connection with quality products, code and the company she is now in charge of. She also has the
opportunity to completely rebuild a once formidable brand into something meaningful again. Let’s face it — there aren’t many Google alternatives. Bing sucks, and Yahoo has 700 million users to throw around. With the right leader (Mayer), who knows what Yahoo could become in the future? But more importantly, this is a great personal move for Mayer. She was one of Google’s top executives, but likely wasn’t going to move higher than her most recent position. Now, she heads her own company. She’s at the steering wheel; in the captain’s chair. You get my point. Yahoo doesn’t have to be the punchline of Silicon Valley’s
The Kindle Fire runs Gingerbread (Android 2.3) and utilizes Amazon’s App Store, which is the closest alternative to the Google Play Store. Most of the apps found on regular Android devices are available, and if they aren’t, some mild hacking can get them on there. Smith said she didn’t mind the more limited selection of apps for the Kindle Fire. “You can [still] play all the common games that the tablets have like Angry Birds,” she said. “And it’s nice that when I get tired of reading I can take a break and check Facebook or Tumblr.” Barnes and Noble’s app selection is a lot more limited than Amazon’s, but the most popular apps can still be found on the store. The Nexus 7 is the first device to run Android 4.1 Jelly Bean and is the only tablet of this group to run pure, unaltered Android. This means it has full access to the Google Play Store and all 500,000 of its apps. It also utilizes Project Butter, part of Jelly Bean that makes operating Android more fluid. In terms of specs and app selection, the Galaxy Nexus 7 is better equipped than the others. Quad-core processing coupled with a pure Android experience make it more advanced than not only the Kindle Fire and Nook Tablet, but also a serious competitor to the hold Apple has on the tablet market. Contact Taylor Balkom at tbalkom@lsureveille.com jokes anymore. Google will miss Mayer dearly. CEO Larry Page released a statement saying, “Marissa has been a tireless champion of our users. She contributed to the development of our Search, Geo and Local products as well as many other product areas. We will miss her talents at Google.” I fully expect Yahoo under Mayer to be a return to form — a coup d’état of the current system that has failed for many years and the beginning of a new era for the once glorious company. Contact Taylor Balkom at tbalkom@lsureveille.com
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Deconstructing Fox News articles a frustrating, futile practice SCUM OF THE GIRTH PARKER CRAMER Columnist Let me explain to you how fear mongering works. I stumbled across a Fox News article last week with the headline “UN arms treaty U.S. gun owners in foreign sights.” Intrigued, I clicked. In the first paragraph, the article exactly states “A treaty being hammered out this month at the United Nations — with Iran playing a key role — could expose the records of America’s gun owners to foreign governments — and, critics warn, eventually put the Second Amendment on global trial.” This is what is known in the news media as the lead, because it leads the reader into the rest of the article. Fox News, along with other major news networks, are very good at publishing leads designed to hook the reader, regardless of whether or not the story is based
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As usual, our website, lsureveille.com, has been absolutely buzzing with comments. Check it out today, and let your voice be heard. In response to Nicholas Pierce’s column, “Dalai Lama should take a stand on self-immolation,” readers had this to say: “I wonder if the Dalai Lama should consider his stoping eating meat could be an act long overdue. Why should others suffer to make a point while he excuses his diet. Of course I could be wrong ,I hope that I am, but I have read that he eats meat on occasion at the least,or possibly as a regular diet.Someone tell me I am misinformed as I am fed up with the little guy carrying the load . If the Dalai Lama can not do what the simple monk does then why should monks burn themselves when the D.L. can,t walk the walk?” - Anonymous “It would be helpfully if comments would be posted exclusively by folks informed in the subject. BTW, Buddhist are not necessarily vegetarians, the eat what they are served.” -Nana
on fact. Let’s break down Fox’s opening paragraph. “A treaty being hammered out this month at the United Nations” is not the same thing as a signed and completed treaty. It’s in the works, but it has not stopped Fox from conveying a sense of finalized doom to the reader. The phrase “with Iran playing a key role” is thrown in there entirely for the purpose of scaring the living shit out of simpleton America. The clause, “could expose the records of America’s gun owners to foreign governments,” is the hook, the meat, the crucified, bastardization of news, twisted to incite fear among the masses. Finally, the statement “critics warn, [could] eventually put the Second Amendment on global trial” is Fox’s way of saying “BE AFRAID! Be very, very afraid!” Let’s sift through the obvious flaws before we “hammer out” the rest of it. Conservatives, Fox News’ primary audience, won’t even let
Democrats try and regulate gun control, much less Iran. I don’t know how Iran could ever control weapons of private U.S. citizens, short of an invasion. States have shoddy records at best of who owns what guns. It’s worse in states without a waiting period to obtain a firearm. To put it simply, small town Wal-Marts all over this state sell every caliber of shotgun, rifle and handgun a trigger-happy enthusiast would ever want — and I don’t see the Walton family caving to international pressure of any kind that may diminish sales. I have no idea how the Second Amendment of the Constitution of the United States of America would ever go on global trial. There is one court in the land that has a say over the constitutionality of laws, and that is the Supreme Court — not the Ayatollah of Iran. Lastly, the United States has never adhered to any U.N. sanction or request that impeded our power. What the treaty actually is designed to do is cut down on
illegal weapons trafficking which is perpetuating guerilla warfare between armed groups all over the globe. The treaty seeks to create a more comprehensive firearm registry in order to fight crime. It also seeks to confiscate unauthorized weapons, meaning those which are illegally obtained or have had the serial number removed. The treaty is doomed to failure, however, on the grounds that it seeks to ban the use of all semiautomatic weapons by private citizens, meaning any gun with a magazine that reloads itself. The bigger question we should be asking is why so many in our government oppose this plan. Is it because we want to maintain sovereignty over the control of our guns? Yes. But could it also be because the biggest arms dealer in the world is the United States government? “The United States signed weapons agreements valued at $37.8 billion in 2008, or 68.4 percent of all business in the
global arms bazaar, up significantly from American sales of $25.4 billion the year before,” according to The New York Times. We sell more guns and fuel more global conflict than any other individual or government in the world. This issue is much bigger than “Dey took err guns!” Fox News would have you believe this issue is real, that somehow, international powers would finagle their way into our homes and disarm us. I call bullshit — and so should you. We have never listened to the U.N., and I doubt we will start now. Now, all we have to do is learn to tune out whichever bleach blonde bimbo Fox has reading the telempromter this evening.
“This is not abot a diet. Buddhism doest demand a vegetarian diet.” - Anonymous
Shame on his lack of - Martin Heldt
their offices yet? Any responses?” - Anonymous
“As a Buddhist Monk the Dalai Lama is supposed to protect life, all life. He is caving in to politics, his logic is flawed. He is the worlds leader for PEACE, he needs to change his position. Why should he care what the Chinese think about him, the Chinese are crooks, thieves and liars.” - Anonymous
“ANYONE BUT OBAMA !!!!!!! This article is funny. Whoever wrote it tries to make it sound like Obama has a chance in Louisiana. Newsflash: Obama will never win Louisiana and will probably lose the presidency. Those people ‘protesting’ Mitt don’t actually care about his tax records. They are democrats grasping for anything because they know their candidate has a HORRIBLE record he can’t run on (most deficit spending by any president in American history, stagnant economy, harmful anti-business, anti-jobs agenda). I can’t WAIT until he’s out and we have someone who understands how the business world works.” -Tyler
even be a US citizen but try to make a big deal about Baine. They make me ashamed to be white.” - Anonymous
“Yes, the Dalai Lama needs to take a stand. Actually. another stand, since neutrality is as valid a stand as any. Maybe someone could gift him with a can of gasoline? Since he stepped down as political leader, this may be the only lasting political statement he could make and he is the only one that could effectively make it.” - Ishtarmuz In response to Parker Cramer’s article, “Demonstraters rally around lack of Romney tax transparency,” readers had this to say:
“Does anyone really care about romneys tax returns?? Or has everyone in this country gone insane.. we have serious issues and some tax returns are not in the top list of 500...” - Anonymous
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“Way to contradict yourself within the article. Correct: “The exclusive luncheon was only for individuals who had given at least $50,000 to Romney’s presidential campaign.” Incorrect contradiction: “The luncheon was $50,000 per plate.” Attendees did not buy tickets to the event, they were invited to the event for past donations. The Advocate article even quotes a couple who attended, who quipped their steaks were cheaper than everyone else’s. If it were per plate, it would have cost them 100k to both attend. I also assume that Ms. Horne is equally outraged at the number of people who actually did pay a per plate price in excess of the LA average income to attend Pres. Obama fundraisers.” - Dave In response to Taylor Balkom’s article, “Call Me Maybe,” readers had this to say: “Has this been forwarded to
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“A widespread taste for pornography means that nature is alerting us to some threat of extinction.”
J.G Ballard English novelist Nov. 15, 1930 — Apr. 19, 2009
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The time has finally come to get tougher with the banks MANUFACTURING DISCONTENT
DAVID SCHEUERMANN Columnist People tend to view white collar crime with a leniency uncommon to other crimes. Compared to more heinous actions such as rape or murder, these crimes are often brushed away with a wag of the finger and a “shame on you.” But four years after the major financial collapse and amidst a new series of banking scandals, it may be time to take white collar crimes a bit more seriously. It has recently been uncovered that the major British bank Barclays regularly manipulated the London interbank offered rate (Libor), resulting in the departure of many senior officials, including its CEO Bob Diamond, and a fine of $450 million. This is where things get a little technical. Libor is one of myriad benchmarks used to determine the average interest rate that major international banks are charged to borrow from
each other. Along with the Euribor, it is the primary benchmark for determining short term interest rates in the global financial market, setting the rates of mortgages, credit cards and various loans. The Libor is reported to be tied up with at least $10 trillion in loans and anywhere from $350 trillion to $750 trillion in total financial contracts. Frankly, those are difficult numbers to comprehend. The major problem, however, is with how the Libor is calculated. The interest rate is determined daily by a panel of at least 16 major banks, which each submit its own estimations of what rates will be charged to borrow from competitors. The rate has been set in this way since the 1960s. Barclays admitted to manipulating the rate for various reasons, whether to improve the bank’s derivatives trading position or keep the bank from appearing weak enough to warrant nationalization. However, due to the collective nature of the Libor’s
calculation, it is unlikely that Barclays was alone in manipulating the interest rate. Already, other banks are being investigated for misconduct, including UBS, JPMorgan Chase and Citigroup. In fact, when speaking to Parliament, Diamond’s defense of his company’s action basically amounted to “they started it.” This isn’t the only banking scandal that has come out in recent weeks. The Senate reported this week that the British bank HSBC, aided by lax regulations and oversight, laundered billions of dollars for Mexican drug cartels and Middle Eastern terrorists. The report states that HSBC was used as a “gateway for terrorists to gain access to U.S. dollars and the U.S. financial system.” Whether because of corruption or incompetence, the financial sector is in need of some serious cleaning. One would think that after the major meltdown that occurred in 2008, we would have made the financial sector our No. 1 priority, yet we’ve become distracted by sideshow politics.
Cultural dilemmas over contraception, gay rights and other issues have routinely dominated the political headlines on most Broadcast news stations, while the problems with Wall Street have been delegated to the sidelines, deemed fit only for documentaries and books. Economics is what really determines how free we are. It’s about time we got serious about truly reforming the banking industry. However, even the calls for more regulations may not truly address our woes. In the Barclays case, it is still under investigation whether Bank of England Deputy Governor Paul Tucker told Diamond to lower his bank’s interest rates, acting as a middleman for the English government in an attempt to preserve an image of financial stability. The Senate’s report on HSBC also criticized the Office of the Comptroller of Currency, one of the top U.S. bank regulators, for failing to properly oversee the bank. And when a “revolving door” is the name of the game at
these institutions and regulating agencies, it becomes difficult to enact true changes. There needs to be more accountability, not just fines. Otherwise, these actions will continue because the harshest punishment is either just paying some money or being forced to step down from a prominent position. The revolving door needs to be locked shut as well, otherwise regulations will amount to nothing. It’s time we did something about the real problems that caused our economic crisis in the first place. David Scheuermann is a 20-yearold mass communication and computer science junior from Kenner. Follow him on Twitter at @TDR_dscheu.
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Religious leaders surprisingly united against hotel pornography BLUE-EYED DEVIL NICHOLAS PIERCE Columnist What do most people think of when they reserve a room at a hotel? Pillow mints, complimentary breakfast — a brand new set of towels and toiletries? No sir, most people think about sex, and not the sort of sex you have with other people. That’s right; we’re talking porn — hardcore pay-per-view porn. LodgeNet, just one of the many pay-to-play streaming porno providers, took in $260 million dollars in 2009 alone. On second thought, you may want to leave the towels where they lay (hastily and shamefully balled up between the waste basket and bathtub). According to Adult Video News, 55 percent of all films purchased by hotel patrons are of the skin flick variety. Well two of America’s leading religious luminaries have had enough. Sheikh Hamza Yusuf, dean of Zeytuna College, America’s only Islamic seminary, and Robert P. George, professor at Princeton University and founder of the rightwing religious advocacy group the National Organization for Marriage, have decided to bury their respective hatchets (and not in one another’s skulls) to team up against hotel porn. After 1,500 years of the Crusades, the conquest and re-conquest
of Spain, 9/11 and a thousand other conflicts big and small — we have finally reached a consensus. We’ve finally found something to agree on. Of all the issues I thought might be the one to do it, of all the issues that could have brought the world’s two largest faith communities together, I would never have bet on hotel porn. World hunger I can see, international poverty and deprivation, maybe – hotel porn, no. Needless to say, I approached their missive with a certain amount of trepidation. “We beg you to consider the young woman who is depicted as a sexual object in these movies, as nothing but a bundle of raw animal appetites whose sex organs are displayed to the voyeurs of the world and whose body is used in loveless and utterly depersonalized sex acts,” they write. The bulk of their argument is not theological, nor is it denominational. Neither quotes the Qur’an or the Bible – rather they make their appeal on “the basis of a commitment that should be shared by all people of reason and goodwill: a commitment to human dignity and the common good.” To Yusuf and George, this is an argument which goes beyond porn in hotel rooms. It’s an issue of creating “a society in which young people are encouraged to respect others and themselves—treating no one as an impersonal object or thing.”
It’s an issue of creating a culture which edifies human dignity, an issue of honoring and loving people for their intrinsic human value. I was impressed, I teared up a little bit — and apparently the people at Marriot did too. A number of large hotel chains have already begun, or recently agreed to begin, phasing porn out of their in-room viewing menus, which has another American luminary pretty pissed off. Ron Jeremy, high priest of pornography, is hitting back on the
grounds that masturbation is free speech. “If a guy has a hard day at work or is at a convention and wants to sit down in his hotel room and puts on an adult film and plays spank the monkey, why can’t he do that?” Jeremy told reporters in response to the George-Yusuf campaign. Though the two religious leaders disagree, they haven’t made a legal issue out of hotel porn (and they probably couldn’t). They recognize people have the right to make their own choices and
aren’t attempting to force anyone into anything. Rather they are hoping these large companies will electively put people over profits and make a statement against pornography on their own. Nicholas Pierce is a 22-year old history senior from Baton Rouge. Follow him on Twitter @TDR_nabdulpierc. Contact Nicholas Pierce at npierce@lsureveille.com
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