Eggs said to be safe after recall, p. 3
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UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Students participate in open mic nights, p. 11 Thursday, Aug. 26, 2010
University to increase energy efficiency Rachel Warren Contributing Writer
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Construction workers repair a damaged water pipe Wednesday on Nicholson Drive.
lanes to make the repairs while work is being done. Even when the lanes are open, commuters are encountering problems making it through. Workers are milling and overlaying the road, meaning they are stripping and replacing the asphalt. The road is still unfinished, causing traffic delays as
The state of Louisiana has received about $75 million in the form of an Energy Reduction Grant, with $25 million being set aside for higher education. Executive Director of the Office of Facility and Utility Operations Bobby Pitre said he worked with the University to initiate the process and gave the state a list of projects they thought the money could be used for. Pitre said the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources applied for the grant in March 2009, and the state has secured the money. The University will soon be awarded the money from the state. Pitre said Facility Services is planning to complete eight projects around campus that will improve the University’s energy efficiency and save money. The most expensive project — which costs about $1 million — will have to do with insulation on pipes that have failed or fallen apart in the utility tunnels that run underground across campus, Pitre said.
NICHOLSON, see page 6
ENERGY, see page 6
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Traffic congests Nicholson Drive on Wednesday as construction projects continue.
Nicholson Drive construction projects hindering student commuters, causing headaches Matthew Albright Staff Writer
Cars bounced roughly Wednesday as students drove to and from campus on a grainy, unlevel Nicholson Drive. Student commuters may face construction delays for the next few weeks while workers with the state Department of Transportation and Development make repairs to
Nicholson Drive. The repairs stretch from downtown to the west stadium parking lot next to Tiger Stadium, into one of the main entrances to campus. DOTD spokeswoman Lauren Lee said the road was supposed to be finished before school started, but “weather and other unforeseen circumstances” delayed the work. Lee said the work should be
completed Sept. 15 before the first LSU home football game against Mississippi State. “That’s a pretty hard date,” Lee said, indicating the construction will be finished on time. Work is being done outside peak traffic periods — weekdays from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. and on weekends from 8 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday. Workers will close off
LITERATURE
Author Dave Eggers speaks at Honors Convocation ‘Zeitoun’ chosen as shared read Parker Cramer Contributing Writer
Within days of the fifth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, author Dave Eggers came to the University to discuss his book “Zeitoun,” based on the storm. Eggers talked about “Zeitoun,” a story of heroism and injustice, at the Honors College Convocation on Wednesday night. Eggers co-wrote the screenplay for the 2009 movie “Where the Wild Things Are” along with
the director of the film, Spike Jonze. His first book, Pulitzer Prize finalist “A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius,” is based on his real-life experience of losing both his parents to cancer in his early 20s and then inheriting the duty of raising his young brother. “Zeitoun” was chosen as the Honors College’s shared read. “Zeitoun” is the story of Abdulrahman Zeitoun, a Syrian immigrant and father of four who chose to wait out the storm to protect his home and contracting business. After the storm passed, he roamed the flooded streets in a canoe handing out supplies to help those he could.
Six days after the hurricane, Zeitoun was arrested by a group of six police officers and national guardsmen while on his own property, according to British newspaper The Guardian. He was held for almost a month before being released. As Dave Eggers rose to begin his speech, he was greeted with heavy applause. “The main thing [the book] is about is personal responsibility, personal courage, personal heroism,” he said. Eggers told how Zeitoun rescued a woman from her home after the storm. EGGERS, see page 6
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Former Pulitzer Prize finalist Dave Eggers spoke at the Honors Convocation on Wednesday night in the Student Union about his book “Zeitoun.”
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INTERNATIONAL Drug cartel suspected in massacre of 72 migrants MEXICO CITY (AP) — A wounded migrant stumbled into a military checkpoint and led marines to a gruesome scene, what may be the biggest massacre so far in Mexico’s bloody drug war: a room strewn with the bodies of 72 fellow travelers, some piled on top of each other, just 100 miles from their goal, the U.S. border. The 58 men and 14 women were killed by the Zetas gang, the migrant told investigators Wednesday. The gang, started by former Mexican army special forces soldiers, is known to extort money from migrants who pass through its territory. 116 elephant tusks seized in Congo after crash KINSHASA, Congo (AP) — Police in northeastern Congo have seized 116 elephant tusks and arrested two men following a truck crash.
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Col. Sylvain Tshikez said Wednesday that the ivory was found inside jerry cans that tumbled off a truck involved in a crash. The discovery took place near the town of Kisangani in the northeastern Orientale province following the accident. The owner of the vehicle was seriously injured but was also expected to face charges.
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Obama to address nation to mark end of Iraq combat
Four apply for La. higher ed commissioner job
Tropical Storm Earl forms in the open Atlantic
VINEYARD HAVEN, Mass. (AP) — President Barack Obama will address the nation from the Oval Office and visit troops at Fort Bliss, Texas, on Tuesday to mark the end of U.S. combat operations in Iraq. The speech will mark only the second address Obama has made from the Oval Office. He first spoke to the nation on June 15 about the Gulf oil spill. Nevada man gets 20 years for shaking baby
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Four candidates have applied so far to be Louisiana’s new higher education commissioner, but the Board of Regents hasn’t yet worked out a salary range for the job with lawmakers, who must approve the amount. The board, which governs public higher education in Louisiana, hopes to select a national firm by mid-September to conduct the search. Members of the board suggested Wednesday that they should discuss with lawmakers how much they could pay a new commissioner, after the Legislature enacted a new requirement that the commissioner’s salary package must get their approval. “We need to determine early on what our budget can afford and then go out and find the best and brightest in that range,” said Regent Joseph Wiley of Baton Rouge.
MIAMI (AP) — Tropical Storm Earl has formed in the open Atlantic Ocean, but the system is far from land. Earl has maximum sustained winds of 40 mph (65 kph) and is expected to become a hurricane by Friday. Saints sign new linebacker Asiodu, release Evans
RENO, Nev. (AP) — A man who prosecutors say shook his infant daughter so hard that she suffered massive brain injuries because her cries interrupted his video game has been sentenced to 20 years in prison. At the sentencing Wednesday, Chief Deputy District Attorney Dan Greco said Gerardo Espinosa condemned the girl to a life of misery, unable to see or hear and with limited mobility.
METAIRIE, La. (AP) — Sean Payton says poor kick and punt coverage had nothing to do with the release of former special teams captain and veteran linebacker Troy Evans. Evans was one of five players cut Tuesday night, and by Wednesday, second-year linebacker K.C. Asiodu was added to the roster. While Asiodu does not expect to replace Evans’ leadership role on special teams, he figures his best shot to win a roster spot with the defending Super Bowl champions is to shine on kick coverage.
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HEALTH
University reassures students that eggs are safe to eat in a coop. The eggs that have been affected by and are under recall are caged eggs. Heidke said LSU Dining uses liquid pasteurized egg whites along Kayla DuBos with cage free shell eggs. The pasContributing Writer teurization process makes eggs University students are safe much more food safe. from dangers associated with the “The amount of outbreaks that egg recall from two Iowa egg have occurred over the past year farms, according to LSU Dining. has been more than normal. It has Wright County Egg Farms grown almost four times worse,” and Hillandale Farms announced a Heidke said. voluntary egg recall for salmonella Theresia Lavergne, associate contamination earlier this month. professor for the School of Animal The recall caused many Americans Sciences, said the recall on eggs to take a cautious step away from produced by the Iowa farms had aleggs. ready been in place by the time any “None of the of the eggs reached eggs that have Louisiana. Info on the outbreak been recalled for “Since the resalmonella con- •The outbreak originated in Iowa call, Louisiana has tamination have •The recall announced by Wright had no cases of illtouched cam- County Egg Farms and Hillandale ness,” Lavergne pus, let alone Farms was voluntary said. the company •The amount of eggs recalled is Lavergne also we receive our less than 1 percent said although some food from,” said •The egg farms have been in full recalled eggs made David Heidke, cooperation with the FDA since the it to Louisiana redirector of LSU outbreak occurred tailers, they were Dining and Conpulled from the cessions. shelves immediateHeidke said LSU Dining uses ly. In most cases, the eggs did not shell eggs that are “cage free,” reach the shelves at all. which is a more humane way to The University has repeatedly harvest eggs. Cage-free shell eggs stated the contamination has not afcome from chickens not contained fected Louisiana or LSU.
Recall causes panic throughout La.
“Less than 1 percent of all eggs produced are under recall — so the likelihood of what is about one in every 20,000,” Lavergne said. Lavergne said salmonella is killed when cooked properly, and people should cook eggs completely with no liquid in the yoke and the white without run. Any perishable food item should be cooked and prepared properly. All food should be kept in a clean environment to keep bacteria away from the food and preventing foodborne illnesses, Lavergne said. The Food and Drug Association announced a regulation that will cut down a large number of all foodborne illnesses and deaths that would be caused by salmonellacontaminated eggs. This new regulation will require new cautionary procedures in the poultry houses as well as during travel and refrigeration. Heidke believed it had been far too long since the FDA made improvements to its rules and regulations. “It is their responsibility to prevent these types of outbreaks from happening,” Heidke said. SHAINA HUNTSBERRY / The Daily Reveille
Contact Kayla DuBos at kdubos@lsureveille.com
A box of safe-to-eat eggs sent to LSU Dining sits on a shelf. Eggs from two Iowa egg farms were recently recalled but have been deemed healthy.
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STUDENT GOVERNMENT
Thursday, Aug. 26, 2010
ENVIRONMENT
Senate clarifies stance Green design course to be offered on community college at first fall meeting Kate Mabry
Contributing Writer
Reveille column sparked resolution Celeste Ansley Staff Writer
Student Government Senate opened its fall semester with a resolution clarifying its stance on community college. SG Senate also discussed its summer activities, what it hope to achieve this semester and passed one resolution. After a recent opinion column in The Daily Reveille, the SG Senate passed a resolution stating the University and SG do not share the opinion of the column. The column suggested community college is an alternative to studying. SG External Affairs Committee Chairman David Jones said the Baton Rouge Community College SG President contacted LSU SG President J Hudson to inform him the column was being talked about on BRCC campus, escalating into something negative between BRCC and the University. “When I heard that, I collaborated with a few senators and the SG president to try to create a resolution, something we can put in their hands, to assure them that the stance of SG and the administration of LSU is different from The Daily Reveille,” Jones said. Jones said community colleges play a particular role in the scheme of higher education in the state. “We see the importance of all educational institutions, especially during the times of budget cuts and the educational crisis we face in Louisiana,” he said. The resolution will be signed by Hudson, Speaker of the Senate Brooksie Bonvillain, Director of Executive Affairs Kenn Barnes and Jones before being passed along to community colleges. “The LSU [Daily] Reveille is an independent student publication, and we understand that they have right to free speech,” Jones said. “We are just trying to really distinguish between Student Government and the administration and what is the difference between us and an opinion column in The Reveille.” In addition to passing the resolution, SG Senate discussed multiple initiatives it hopes to accomplish this semester. Extending library hours, making Tiger Band into an art credit and helping the Student Health Center put student health records online are a few ideas the committee of academics plan to work to achieve. Marcus Alexander, Services and Development chairman, said
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he wants his committee to do a sign walk, which will consist of the committee walking around campus to make sure parking labels for faculty and students are not misleading. Alexander also said the committee would like to try to make more parking available to students on game days. Contact Celeste Ansley at cansley@lsureveille.com
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In these eco-conscious days, the average person is concerned about saving money and energy, and design professionals are constantly looking for proficient and innovative ways to go green. The University’s Continuing Education Department is currently collaborating with Everblue Training Institute to create green design courses. The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Green Associate course is designed to teach professionals a “basic knowledge of green design, constructions and operations,” according to an Aug. 8 news release. The course will be divided into two sessions. The first will take place in September in New Orleans, and the second will take place in December at the LSU AgCenter’s LaHouse on the southwest edge of campus. LaHouse was built with an energy efficient design in 2008 and is located on Gourrier Avenue between Nicholson Drive and
River Road. LEED is the most notable environmental design and green building certification in the U.S., according to the news release, and the exam preparation course is open for continuing education credit. “The LEED Green Associate is the leading standard for environmentally sustainable building and provides the foundational knowledge for those interested in green construction,” said Vince Difrancesco, program manager of Building Performance Institute, in the news release. “Individuals obtaining this title gain a competitive edge in today’s job market, even with no prior experience in green construction.” Federal and state governments have been trying to establish more energy efficient homes and businesses, and more professionals will have the knowledge and training to save additional energy with the
LEED Green Associate course. “This specific course is aimed toward working professionals in the Gulf coast area,” said Melissa Stafford, program coordinator of the Continuing Education Department. “The majority of participants are architects, interior designers and engineers, but we also hope to further expand to other professions.” The course includes classroom training as well as field training, in which participants are taught to use professional tools like natural gas detectors, carbon monoxide testers and manometers. After successfully completing the course, participants take the LEED Green Associate exam, which is managed by the Green Building Certification Institute and the U.S. Green Building Council. Contact Kate Mabry at kmabry@lsureveille.com
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TRANSPORTATION
Newly designed signs to appear throughout campus Wayfinding system adopted this year Andrew Cavazos Contributing Writer
After surveys, mock-ups and consultations, an official wayfinding system for the University’s campus has been adopted and is beginning installation. In the next four to five months, the new signs will be seen around campus. Boston-based Sasaki Associates, Inc. designed the signs, said Jason Soileau, assistant director of Facility Development. The new signs will be placed near the Student Union, Student Health Center, dining halls and parking lots, Soileau said. The objectives of the wayfinding system are to honor the LSU tradition; capture the cultural character
DAVID LYLE / The Daily Reveille
New signs have been placed on campus to help students find their way. More signs will come in the next four to five months, according to Facility Development.
of Baton Rouge; evoke the spirited attitude of both students and fans; reinforce the LSU brand; clearly inform, direct and orient; and create a safer, more user-friendly environment, according to the Campus Wayfinding Signage Guidelines. In an August 2009 survey, 76
percent of respondents said they either agreed or strongly agreed the signs are appropriate for the campus. Seventy-two percent reported they agreed the signs showcase the LSU spirit, and 84 percent agreed the signs clearly inform the user. Soileau said some are question-
ing why the University is implementing new signs when the budget is being slashed, but he said that idea is unfounded. A common misconception implies the University is paying for the signs, but the project is actually funded by University Auxiliary Services revenue, Soileau said. The money is not related to the University’s appropriated funds, he said. The signs are a result of an amalgamation of ideals unique to the University such as historic buildings, the duality of academics and athletics, tradition and pride, according to the Campus Wayfinding Signage Guidelines. The result is a sign that has strong lines, pure geometry, rich yet simple detailing and a twist of modern meets classic. Another set of themes classic to the University’s ambiance — such as soft tones of stucco, bronze and tile roofs — was considered in the design plans, along with the iconic purple and gold color scheme.
Several alternatives are being explored to have the illuminated letters “LSU” on campus. The sign would have a programmable LED matrix, which would allow graphics and images to move around the sign, according to the Campus Wayfinding Signage Guidelines. The signs have already been commissioned, but Soileau said plans for additional signs are up in the air until the project is opened to bids by construction companies. The signs are awarded based on a bidding process; therefore, there are no time tables for completion nor can costs be projected for the signs. “If it takes us 10 years, so be it,” Soileau said. Upon completion, the signs will provide a “drastic change to the face of the campus,” Soileau said.
Contact Andrew Cavazos at acavazos@lsureveille.com
VET SCHOOL
Pet owners should prepare early for hurricane season Kate Mabry Contributing Writer
It’s that time of year again. With hurricane season stretching from June 1 until Nov. 30, petowning University students and faculty should prepare plans further in advance in case of a hurricane. Now that Tropical Storm Earl is forming in the Atlantic Ocean, some students have begun to prepare for the worst-case scenario, and the University’s vet school said it’s ready to face any challenge thrown its way. In a July 23 news release, the School of Veterinary Medicine listed a number of important tips for pet owners in the case of an evacuation. The release said pets should never be left behind — the safest place for animals is with their owners. Supplying pets with proofs of vaccinations and some sort of identification, such as a microchip
or a simple identification tag, is essential. If a pet takes medication, owners should pack at least two weeks’ worth in case the return home is delayed. Some hotels relax on their nopet policies in times of crisis, but pet owners should call in advance to check that pets are allowed. If not, research and make plans to send pets to nearby veterinary hospitals and boarding kennels. The University’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital on Skip Bertman Drive remains open 24 hours everyday in rain, shine or even in the case of a disaster. The University’s School of Veterinary Medicine, in partnership with the American Kennel Club: Companion Animal Recovery, developed a mobile response unit shortly after Hurricane Katrina to assist small animals left behind or abandoned after any natural disaster.
“We saw some pets with injuries from the storm, such as cuts from debris and other animal bites, among others,” Steven Winkler, hospital director of the Vet School, said in a University Veterinary Medicine pamphlet on “Preparing for and Responding to Hurricane Gustav.” During the aftermath of Hurricane Gustav, the Vet School’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital cared for more than 100 pets. In addition to pets, the SVM’s Wildlife Hospital treated several baby squirrels and birds. The University was the first to use the new mobile response unit because of build-up of condensation on the hospital floor after Hurricane Gustav. Thanks to the mobile unit, surgeries were performed inside the air-conditioned trailer, Guttner said. “Our facility, staff and students showed tremendous dedication to our collective programs in the
days following the storm,” Peter F. Haynes, dean of the Vet School, said in the Vet School pamphlet. “Facing the challenges they each dealt with outside of the School as well as the less than ideal work environment within the School following Hurricane Gustav makes their com-
mitment to our programs even more impressive.”
Contact Kate Mabry at kmabry@lsureveille.com
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students slow down to counteract the jolts on the road. The problems were compounded Wednesday morning when the right southbound lane was closed in front of Nicholson Apartments while workers repaired a water main. The closure affected about 200 feet of the road. “I haven’t heard any major complaints,” said Gary Graham, director of the Office of Parking, Traffic and Transportation. Graham said the water main repairs caused relatively minor problems because most traffic onto campus comes northbound. He said his office has been in contact with DOTD, and he hopes the Sept. 15
completion date will prove correct. Students leaving campus Wednesday afternoon said the work has been an inconvenience to their commutes. Kristina Linch, agricultural business senior, said she was rearended as drivers slowed down for the construction. “Last night, I couldn’t leave my apartment,” said Dan Eshleman, accounting graduate student. “I didn’t really have to go to the store, but still, it was a problem.” Other students took the work in stride. “I mean, it slowed me down a little bit, but not enough to be a big problem,” said Jarrod Honeycutt, psychology senior. Honeycutt said he makes sure
bulbs with these when they burn out, but this will allow us to do hun“We’ll have to redo about dreds at one time,” Pitre said. 6,000 feet of heating and chilling About half of the exterior lines in the tunnels,” Pitre said. lights on campus will also be re“Right now we’re wasting a lot of placed with LED or induction fluoheat.” rescent bulbs lit by radio waves. Pitre said the revamped in- Pitre said the current bulbs typicalsulation will save ly last about three the University years, and the new about $400,000 to •The Energy Reduction Grant, worth ones will last up to $450,000 per year $75 million, was awarded to the 12 years, saving and will produce state. energy and mainte3,300 fewer metric •$25 million is allocated to higher nance costs. tons of carbon di- education. Pitre said the oxide per year. lighting •Eight projects are expected to be exterior A second proj- ongoing by 2011. will cost about ect will also be •University must meet a completion $860,000 to redone on the tunnels deadline of April 2012 in order to place and will save to repair the steam receive the money. the University traps underground. about $60,000 per Pitre said as year. steam travels through the tunnels, Interior will cost about some condenses and is caught by a $490,000 to replace and will save steam trap. The broken steam traps about $120,000 per year, he said. allow steam to escape, which costs Five buildings on campus — the University money. the Energy, Coast and Environment That project will cost about building, the Cox Auditorium, Pat$360,000 to complete and will save rick F. Taylor Hall, Howe-Russell the University about $250,000 to Geoscience Complex and the Life $300,000 per year. Sciences Annex — will also be Several types of lighting evaluated to determine how energy around campus will also be re- can best be used. placed. Pitre said buildings that were Pitre said older, inefficient constructed years ago are now used light bulbs in classrooms will be for different purposes and are inadreplaced with T8 fluorescent bulbs equately heated and cooled. that use less electricity. It will cost about $800,000 “Of course, we replace light to redo the heating and cooling in
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to leave early so traffic delays don’t smoothly traffic is flowing through make him late. this area that was very congested.” Work was recently finished on Holden said in a news release Tuesthe intersection of South Acadian day. “This is a significant improveThruway and Perment for commutkins Road, where ers as well as the Acadian becomes neighborhoods and Stanford Avenue businesses near — the intersection this intersection.” was re-paved, and The intersecsix turning lanes tion’s makeover is were added. Maythe 12th completor-President Kip ed project in the Dan Eshleman Holden will parGreen Light Plan, accounting graduate student ticipate in a ribbonwhich is aimed at cutting ceremony easing congestion on that project today, which is a part at strategic locations throughout of his office’s “Green Light Plan.” East Baton Rouge Parish. “With students returning to fall Ongoing construction on classes at LSU this week, we are Brightside Drive, which the Green seeing a dramatic difference in how Light Plan website says is 85
percent complete, will make the road three lanes and will add sidewalks and bike paths. The project is behind schedule, according to the same website. The Green Light Plan also includes additional work on the Nicholson-Brightside intersection. That project is currently still in the design phase. Completed work as part of the plan includes an expansion of Burbank Drive, finished in late April. That project was expressly designed to ease traffic flow onto campus.
those buildings and will save the University about $150,000 per year. Moriah Graham, international studies freshman, said the projects on campus are a good idea. “Campus is so big, [and] little things can really make a big difference,” Graham said. Pitre said he doesn’t expect the projects to cause any significant problems for students walking around campus except the re-insulation of some of the pipes that run underground beneath parking lots. He said Facility Services will work with the Office of Parking, Traffic and Transportation to minimize any inconvenience to students. Pitre said he is unsure of when the University will begin the projects but is confident they will meet the completion deadline of April 2010.
by stressing the importance of continuously improving upon the justice system in the U.S. so men like Zeitoun are not wrongfully imprisoned. It is estimated that at least 11,000 people are currently being wrongfully imprisoned in the United States, Eggers said.
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Contact Rachel Warren at rwarren@lsureveille.com
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“Only because he was listening was he able to hear this cry for help. He was convinced God put him there for a reason. This was his moment. If not for [him], this woman would have died,” Eggers said. Eggers wanted to conceal the identities of the Zeitoun family in his book by using fictional names in order to protect them from any potential threat. According to Eggers, however, Zeitoun said it was “his story, his name, his family, his city,” and he did not want his identity concealed. Eggers described Zeitoun as a man who “sees every place he goes as a place he could help.” “By the time [Zeitoun] was in a cell in a maximum security prison there are very few people who would be open to the possibility that he may not belong there,” Eggers said. Eggers concluded the night
Contact Matthew Albright at malbright@lsureveille.com
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Sports
Thursday, Aug. 26, 2010
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Peterson takes on cornerback, returner positions in junior year Rowan Kavner Sports Writer
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LSU junior cornerback, returner
Patrick Peterson. The name alone sends a shiver down quarterbacks’ spines. Just ask Alabama senior quarterback Greg McElroy, who nearly threw the game away to Peterson in the waning minutes of the Crimson Tide’s matchup against the Tigers last season. Or ask former Mississippi State quarterback Tyson Lee, whose firstquarter interception to Peterson went the other way for six points in last year’s contest. Peterson is one of only six defensive players on the preseason Walter Camp Award watch list, presented to college football’s best player. He is also on the watch lists for
the Bednarik Award, the Jim Thorpe Award, the Lott Trophy and the Nagurski Trophy. Teams fear him. Opponents loathe him. The shutdown cornerback held Crimson Tide receiver Julio Jones to only three receptions. Jones’ 73-yard score against LSU in 2009 came after Peterson left the game with cramps. Peterson said the confidence he exudes is the most important part of his game. He enters every game knowing he is better than the guy he’s guarding. “You must have swag,” Peterson said. “If you ask any great cornerback, swagger is the No. 1 thing on that list.” His father, Patrick Peterson Sr., said Peterson always tended to be better than his adversaries.
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Tigers turn to Claiborne to fill vacant cornerback position Mark Clements Sports Contributor
Being the cornerback forced to play opposite of Patrick Peterson is no easy task. The LSU coaching staff needed to find a Robin to Peterson’s Batman. They may have found the answer with sophomore Morris Claiborne. “We feel very confident that he’s talented enough .… he’s shown us that in practice,” said defensive coordinator John Chavis. “He’s shown that he can be a lockdown corner and that he can handle the pressure of being on the field.” Claiborne got the opportunity to learn from the best last season — he was a backup to Peterson at cornerback. Using the situation to his full
advantage, Claiborne said he has been soaking up as much knowledge as he can from the All-American. “I have learned a lot on and off the field [from Peterson],” Claiborne said. “I try to pattern my game after him. He’s one of the best corners in the league, and I’m trying to be just like him.” As a backup last season, Claiborne played in seven games and recorded seven tackles. Peterson said he has taken Claiborne under his wing and is teaching the young athlete everything he can in order for him to succeed. “I taught him everything I know, and every time I come up with something new or do something different he also gets that first-hand teaching, too,” Peterson said. “I’m telling him to stay patient. It’s a critical game out
there, and it’s tough.” But Claiborne wasn’t always a natural cornerback. Coming out of high school, ‘Mo’ was recruited as an athlete, playing quarterback, wide receiver and defensive back at Fair Park High School in Shreveport. Claiborne said he initially preferred wide receiver but accepted playing cornerback with open arms. “When I first came in, I preferred wide receiver because that’s all that I knew,” he said. “But once I got here and got to working with the defense and working with the older players … they really changed my mind.” The 6-foot, 177-pound Shreveport native said the decision CLAIBORNE, see page 10
“When he played football for the little league, he was 6 on the 7-year-old team,” his father said. “He played with that team that whole year until the other team got upset he was scoring too much, and he wasn’t supposed to be on the team.” The five-star recruit from Pompano Beach, Fla., always dreamed of being a Miami Hurricane. The campus was only a 30-minute drive away. But there was something about Baton Rouge even the swagger at “The U” couldn’t touch. The first time he heard about LSU was when the Tigers destroyed the Hurricanes in the 2005 ChickFil-A Bowl, 40-3, recording the most lopsided score in the bowl’s history. It wasn’t long before Peterson PETERSON, see page 10
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‘[Morris Claiborne has] shown that he can ... handle the pressure of being on the field.’ John Chavis
LSU defensive coordinator
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[Top] LSU cornerback Patrick Peterson takes a break Aug. 30, 2008, during the Tigers’ 41-13 win against Appalachian State. [Bottom] LSU sophomore cornerback Morris Claiborne enjoys a humorous moment during practice Monday.
NFL
Former Tigers playing in pros don’t forget alma mater Rowan Kavner Sports Writer
OXNARD, Calif. — True Tigers will always bleed purple and gold. They may now be wearing the Dallas Cowboys’ blue and silver, but linebacker Bradie James, defensive end Marcus Spears and safety Danny McCray still have LSU imprinted in their DNA. “I’ll never forget it,” said James, who is currently in Cowboys training camp in Oxnard, Calif. “Every Saturday night we had a chance to win every game. There was nothing like it. The atmosphere was always electric. Some of the best times of my life were in Baton Rouge.” James’ current playing field – the newly-built, billion-dollar Cowboys Stadium envisioned by owner Jerry Jones – has awed its
spectators. But it’s still no Tiger Stadium for James, where the roaring crowd never subsided in numbers or pitch until the clock struck zero. “It’s not even close,” James said. “Jerry’s World’s just big. We’ve got to go out there and win to make them cheer.” James said Cowboys Stadium is as good as it gets in the NFL, but he distinctly remembers his favorite college stadium. He said his time in Baton Rouge prepared him for life in the NFL. “Everybody loves Saturday night at Death Valley,” James said. “There’s still nothing like it.” James remembers not only the experience, but also his former teammates. He said he keeps in touch with former Tigers he played with from 1999-2002, including former linebacker Trev Faulk, who he said
is still one of his best friends. He also stayed close with former LSU defensive end Kenderick Allen and New York Giants cornerback Corey Webster. The Cowboys linebacker is still involved with the Baton Rouge community and Tiger football. He said he tries to return as often as possible, usually two or three times a year. “My wife is pregnant now, so hopefully I’ve done enough to get my kids to make sure they go to LSU,” James said. Former LSU defensive end Spears agreed there’s something about Death Valley professional football can’t touch. “It’s a different atmosphere,” Spears said. “I think college football is a little bit more wild than pros. COWBOYS, see page 10
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Dallas Cowboys safety Danny McCray tackles San Diego Chargers’ Gary Banks on a punt return Saturday in San Diego. McCray is a former LSU safety.
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FOOTBALL
Senior Joseph Barksdale embraces move to left tackle Verteran to lead young offensive line Ryan Ginn Sports Contributor
When the LSU offense takes the field for the first time this year, senior tackle Joseph Barksdale will line up in a new spot, arguably the most important in football — left tackle. The position, glorified for its importance in guarding the quarterback’s blind side, has been occupied by only two players at LSU during the past eight years. For Barksdale, who spent his previous three seasons at right tackle, the move is a minor one compared to other changes he has experienced since wrapping up his All-America high school career at Cass Tech High School in Detroit. “I’m so used to being on the far right side of the plays, [but] as far as technique and everything, it wasn’t that difficult to switch,” he said. Offensive coordinator Gary Crowton complimented Barksdale on the ease of the transition, calling him as “solid as can be on the left side as he was on the right side.” It hasn’t always been that easy. Just the move to Louisiana was difficult enough. Barksdale, the first scholarship football player from Michigan in LSU history, quickly found himself undone by the
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LSU tackle Joseph Barksdale, left, lines up against Mississippi State defensive lineman Sean Ferguson on Sept. 26, 2009 in Davis Wade Stadium in Starkville, Miss. Barksdale will switch from right to left tackle this season.
Louisiana weather. “The summers are brutal,” he said. “The hardest thing, other than being 20-something hours away from home, is the heat. I’m still not used to it.” He also endured a position change in order to see the field earlier. Barksdale arrived at LSU as a five-star defensive tackle, Parade AllAmerican and top-five recruit in the country at his position. He never saw so much as a snap from the defensive side of the ball, going from pursuing quarterbacks to protecting them. His freshman season was spent learning the ropes as backup to right tackle Carnell Stewart during the Tigers’ 2007 national
championship run. The move paid off when he earned the starting job in 2008 as a sophomore and never looked back. During the past two seasons, he started all 26 games at right tackle and led the offense in snaps from scrimmage in both 2008 and 2009. Further cementing his iron-man status was a near-perfect 2009 season in which he played every snap in 12 of 13 games, sitting out only seven plays all year. LSU coach Les Miles expects the latest switch to pay even bigger dividends. “We do the Big Cat drill, a drill where we go one-on-one, and Joe Barksdale had a dominant outing against some very good defensive
ends recently,” Miles said. “I think he is going to be a postseason awards guy.” Now the veteran member of a young offensive line, Barksdale doesn’t plan on changing anything as he eases into a leadership role. “Since I’ve been here I’ve tried to lead by example, and it’s been working for me,” he said. “I’ll probably step up and say something if something needs to be said, but besides that I’m going to do what I do.” Perhaps he knows better than most the trouble that words can cause. In December 2009, a minicontroversy erupted when a post appeared on Barksdale’s Twitter account, saying “Not gonna be able to
make it home for Christmas. This is just another reason why goin to LSU was the biggest mistake of my life.” Barksdale immediately denied writing the message, claiming it was posted during practice as a practical joke played by friends who logged into his account. He insisted he’s enjoyed his time as LSU and that he and his teammates on this offensive line are closer than ever. “We’re definitely coming together,” he said. “We hang around each other a lot more than we did last year, just as far as enjoying each other’s company, having the same interests and expounding on those interests.” The unit Miles hailed before last season as potentially the best offensive line in his time at LSU came up well short of that lofty boast, producing only two individual 100-yard rushing performances (both against in-state opponents) and allowing a conference-worst 37 sacks. For Barksdale, the criticism he’s faced is just another chance to get better. “Pressure makes diamonds,” he said. “At the end of the day, pressure is what you make of it. I just call it people having high expectations. I’m not going to let the team down.”
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RENOVATIONS
New windows coming to stadium Exterior to be lighted, not painted Rachel Whittaker Chief Sports Writer
The Daily Reveille printed in an Aug. 24 article an incorrect description of the Tiger Stadium windows that will be installed this year. The 430 new windows will not be purple and gold in color. “There is a rendering that shows purple and gold accent lighting in the archways at the top of the stadium .. . but the windows will not be colored purple and gold,” Herb Vincent, LSU associate vice chancellor for University relations and senior associate athletic director, said in an email. The $3.6 million project aims
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A rendering of Tiger Stadium shows purple and gold accent lighting in the stadium’s archways, giving its new windows a bright glow.
to increase the LSU landmark’s aesthetic appeal and protect the interior of the stadium from moisture. The money for the project will be privately raised, according to LSU Vice Chancellor and Athletic Director Joe Alleva, by selling each
window for $2,000. Seventy-five windows on the north side of the stadium have already been sold. Contact Rachel Whittaker at rwhittaker@lsureveille.com
VOLLEYBALL
LSU to rely on young players this year Tigers have most freshman since 2006 Mark Clements Sports Contributor
The LSU volleyball team’s path to defend its Southeastern Conference title is shaping up to be an intriguing one. The Tigers graduated four seniors, three of which started all 32 matches and 116 sets from last season. Along with star middle blocker Lauren DeGirolamo, the Tiger front line lost All-Americans in fellow middle blocker Brittnee Cooper and outside hitter Marina Skender. Cooper led the SEC in both blocks and hitting percentage last season, earning SEC Player of the Year honors. Skender finished her LSU career with 1,481 kills and was a threetime All-SEC athlete. LSU coach Fran Flory said while the girls are irreplaceable, the incoming freshman class provides a possible solution. “You can’t just replace [those seniors], and you certainly can’t replace what they meant to this program,”
Flory said. “But this is a real special class. I think this is going to be a class that is going to be significant in the history of our program.” Flory will turn to three seniors to anchor the team this season — outside hitter Angela Bensend, setter/right side Brittney Johnson and outside hitter/middle blocker Tania Schatow. Flory said Bensend has stepped up and developed into a stabilizing force for the Tiger offense this offseason. The Plano, Texas, native played in 29 matches last year, including 22 starts to end the season. As one of only five upperclassmen on the team, Bensend has established herself as one of the leaders of the young team both on and off the court. “I’ve watched the older players growing up, and now I’m trying to lead by example and follow in their footsteps,” Bensend said. “I’ve always tried to step up and be vocal on the court, and I’ve always tried to talk all during practice to try to help the team out.” The team welcomes six new freshmen to the roster, the most since 2006. Flory said each newcomer will play a significant role on the team this year. “I have a lot of respect for our
upperclassmen because they have welcomed the young kids in with open arms,” Flory said. “They know they’re important to us. This team has formed very quickly together, and you have to attribute that to the upperclassmen.” With four seniors departed and six new faces on the court, Flory said the team will look to establish a new identity while keeping the same goals in mind. “We can reinvent ourselves and we can create a new opportunity and that’s what we’re trying to do with our young kids,” Flory said. Joining Bensend on the front line is 6-foot-4 Schatow. The Frasier, Mich., native will see action as both outsider hitter and middle blocker this season. Flory said the combination of those two, plus sophomore Maddie Jones, will leave no holes in the Tiger offense. “We shouldn’t have a spot that we’re weak in,” Flory said. “We should be able to run every zone on the net fast and high. Our offense has potential to be great because we have Contact Mark Clements at mclements@lsureveille.com
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to come to LSU was fairly easy as it has been a lifelong goal. “[Coming to LSU] has been a long-time dream,” Claiborne said. “Everybody from my high school that went big, they went to LSU.” One of the players Claiborne is referring to is former Tiger defensive back Ronnie Prude, who spent two seasons in the NFL with the Baltimore Ravens. A Fair Park High School star and LSU standout, Prude provided the model on which Claiborne based
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It’s a lot more fanfare because you have 30,000 students on campus. It’s a little different, but I really have no qualms about playing in Jerry’s World.” Spears, who finished his career at LSU in 2004, said he enjoyed joining a professional team with another Tiger. “Bradie’s a great player,” Spears said. “I think everybody knows that and to have that familiarity when you come in, it’s an advantage to kind of get ahead.” Former LSU safety McCray is fighting for a roster spot on the Cowboys, and he may have secured it with an unbelievable special teams performance against the San Diego Chargers in the preseason. The stat book credited McCray with three special teams tackles, but he also recovered a fumble and drew
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became a Tiger and the consensus five-star high school recruit hit the ground running. He has 93 tackles and three interceptions in two seasons, and he is listed as the best defender and fourth-best overall player in the Southeastern Conference for the 2010 season by ESPN. Peterson, a cousin of NFL players Bryant and Walter McFadden, said he looks up to former Cowboys cornerback and returner Deion Sanders. He said he admired the respect quarterbacks gave Sanders and wanted to achieve the same reverence. He’s already caught the eye of one NFL star. “He’s one of the best players that’s been on the team,” said former LSU and current Cowboys linebacker Bradie James. “He’s definitely one of the best corners I’ve seen at LSU.” As a junior, Peterson is already a leader in the secondary, prepping
his cornerback style. Whomever Claiborne may have learned the trade from, it seems to be paying off. Peterson said he has seen drastic advances in the young corner’s play over the past year. “Morris is so confident within himself, and he’s so smart,” Peterson said. “He’s willing to learn … that’s the best thing I like about him. It’s going to be a lot of fun.” Chavis said nothing but good things about Claiborne and his abilities. And after 21 years of coaching in the Southeastern Conference, Chavis has seen his fair share
of corners. “He’s a guy we feel very comfortable with at the other corner that gives us an opportunity to do some things a little different,” Chavis said. “He’s a guy that’s growing, he’s a guy that’s an excellent talent, and we’re really excited about him.” A true athlete, Claiborne is also high up on the depth chart as a kick returner and said he has been working with the special teams unit daily. “I’m looking forward to getting back there and returning some kicks. … That’ll be nice,” Claiborne said. “Hopefully I’ll get my shot.”
a block in the back on a punt, pin- on the Cowboys welcomed McCray ning the Chargers inside their own with open arms when he came to 10-yard line. He previously recorded Dallas. McCray said he knows LSU an interception in the Cowboys’ Hall players will always stick together. of Fame game against the Cincinnati “When I got here, Bradie pulled Bengals. me to the side, said “All LSU he was going to let guys always ‘Everybody with that me take it in, see how root for those much I picked up on guys, especially purple and gold blood my own, then he’d McCray,” James kind of watches out help me out from then said. “He’s been on,” McCray said. for each other.’ doing really It wasn’t long begood on spefore Spears followed Marcus Spears cial teams. He’s suit. Former LSU defensive end been making “Everybody with plays, and that’s that purple and gold what you’ve got to do.” blood kind of watches out for each McCray doesn’t forget about his other and tries to cheer those guys past teammates either. He said after on when they’re making the league,” joining the Cowboys, he talked to Spears said. former linebacker Perry Riley, and his former teammates at LSU are Contact Rowan Kavner at still “like one big family.” rkavner@lsureveille.com The two other former Tigers
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sophomore cornerback Morris Claiborne, who will start opposite Peterson. “He hasn’t played in an SEC game, but I kid you not, I will have Morris at the top of the mountain when that season starts,” Peterson said. Peterson even teaches players who came to LSU before him. He said he relishes any opportunity to assist his teammates. “He knows so much about the game even though he’s younger than me,” said senior cornerback Ron Brooks. “I take things that I see him do, and I go and talk to him if I need advice on playing a technique.” Peterson said he’s up to 222 pounds, roughly 10 pounds heavier than last season. But somehow, the physical specimen said he’s gotten quicker. “This is the best condition I’ve been in since playing football,” Peterson said. “I feel so fast. I feel
like paper. I feel so light on my feet.” His duties will also include returning punts and kicks this season, which he also did in high school. LSU coach Les Miles said Peterson could potentially be the most exciting returner LSU has ever had. But Peterson hasn’t forgotten about his role at cornerback. He is out for revenge after Penn State wide receiver Derek Moye got behind him for a 37-yard score in the Citrus Bowl on Jan. 1. Peterson said he began his offseason workouts a week and a half after the game. He wasn’t going to let his team down again. “I hold myself accountable for that play,” Peterson said. “After that play and that game, I just took it to another level.”
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Peterson is currently the frontrunner to return kicks and punts, with Claiborne listed as one of the top backups. Wherever Claiborne will play on the field this year, Peterson said one thing is for sure — he’ll be ready. “He’s getting ready,” Peterson
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said. “I kid you not, I will have Morris on top of the mountain when the season starts.”
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See lsureveille.com for our picks for Sunday’s Emmy Awards.
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Entertainment
Take the Mic Baton Rouge area hangouts offer lively blues, gospel open mic nights Cathryn Core Entertainment Writer
Under-the-radar open mic nights all over Baton Rouge are calling out to students for a cheap way to have fun and showcase local talent. The Baton Rouge area is teeming with open mic nights and live music deals, many of go unnoticed by University students. From juke joints to Irish pubs, gospel to rock ‘n’ roll, the buffet of genres and haunts available makes it easier than ever to customize a night out. Teddy’s Juke Joint off Old Scenic Highway hosts The Dixie Rose Acoustic Circle and Open Mic. It begins with a performance by musician Dixie Rose, then the floor opens to all blues, jazz, country/western and folk musicians ready to showcase their
talent. The event kicks off every Wednesday at 7 p.m. and invites seasoned musicians as well as rookies “looking to learn how to play an instrument,” said Lloyd Johnson Jr., owner of Teddy’s Juke Joint. “Dixie, she’ll teach them how to tune a guitar, play a couple of chords and say, ‘Take this and come back next week. We’ll see what you can do with it,’” Johnson said. “After a couple of times, they’ll come in and play four or five songs. Music is one thing you just never stop learning.” Johnson said the event is a great way to get musicians used to interacting with each other. “They get to express their ideas, learn some things they didn’t know or weren’t aware of, or just pick up OPEN MIC, see page 15
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[Top] Colin Hoy, guest saxophone player for local zydefunk band Red-Headed Step Child, performs Aug. 17 at Phil Brady’s. [Bottom] Musician Dixie Rose performs The Beatles’ “With A Little Help From My Friends” Aug. 18 at Teddy’s Juke Joint in Zachary.
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MUSIC
Indie rock show comes to campus today Andrew Price Entertainment Writer
During the first week of the semester, students expect to hear the usual clatter of construction and freshman voices asking for directions to class. But those near the Parade Ground tonight will treat their ears to the sounds of an indie rock show courtesy of the University’s Student Activity Board. SAB’s Back to School Bash will kick off tonight at 7 and will feature performances by indie artists GIVERS and Wolves, Where? “Live music brings large groups of people to campus,” said SAB Music Committee Chair Tiffany Michel. “Whether it’s indie music or an African drum circle, you’re going to attract a very diverse group of people on campus, and that’s what we’re all about. ” Michel and other SAB members created an online poll during preparations for the event, allowing students to vote on favorite genres and choose the artists headlining the show. But the bands chosen for the event weren’t on the original survey, which included bands like Something Corporate, Cross Canadian Ragweed and RJD2. Michel cited both budget issues as well as schedule conflicts with the artists as major factors in the committee’s decision to book bands that were not on the survey. CONCERT, see page 15
MOVIES
Major productions call Baton Rouge home for filming Fall brings ‘Twilight,’ ‘Battleship’ to BR Chris Abshire Entertainment Writer
While Patrick Dempsey may have come and gone from Baton Rouge after filming in the city this summer, the Red Stick won’t be short on star power or major film productions this fall. “Battleship,” one of Hollywood’s most anticipated productions, will begin filming in October at the Celtic Media Centre in Baton Rouge. The film, which is based on the famous board game, will be directed by Peter Berg — director of “Friday Night Lights” and “Hancock” — and feature Rihanna, Alexander Skarsgard and Tom Arnold in starring roles. Meanwhile, the two-part fourth
installment of the “Twilight” series, “Breaking Dawn,” is still in the planning phase of pre-production. The exact time splits for filming between Baton Rouge and Vancouver has not yet been determined. Baton Rouge continues to be an attractive location for many production companies thanks to the 30 percent tax credit — part of the Louisiana Motion Picture Tax Incentive Act of 2002 — given to any production company whose local expenditures total more than $300,000. “[The tax credit] is an extremely aggressive incentive package, and it sets our market apart in landing the biggest productions,” said Amy Mitchell-Smith, executive director of the Baton Rouge Film Commission. While New Orleans has traditionally been the Louisiana city of choice for filmmakers, the Raleigh FILMS, see page 15
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MUSEUMS
EXHIBITS
Former professors’ art displayed Morgan Searles Entertainment Writer
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Tommy Nuagle, math education sophomore, observes “LSU Night” on April 30.
LSU Museum of Art gains accreditation Kittu Pannu Entertainment Writer
In addition to its eclectic collection of art, the LSU Museum of Art has a new relic to celebrate — a prestigious accreditation. The museum was awarded accreditation from the American Association of Museums, a feat only 5 percent of museums boasted, according to Thomas Livesay, director of LSU Museum of Art. Livesay called the accreditation “a mark of excellence that reflects on the community.” The accreditation process for the LSU Museum of Art started in 2007. The museum staff gathered information on all facets of the museum, including various galleries, programs, facilities and its executive department. Livesay said the accreditation process is entirely voluntary. The AAM’s review of the LSU Museum of Art described it as “one of the leading university art museums in the country and, as such, a leading asset to the University, the extended community and the state of Louisiana.” “The accreditation process is a thorough, all-encompassing study where everything is scrutinized,” said Dewey Blanton, AAM media relations director. The AAM originated in 1906 and has since become the largest service organization for museums in America, Blanton said. The AAM works with different kinds of museums ranging from art to zoos. Blanton said museums seek accreditation as “a good housekeeping technique,” which puts it among “a prestigious and highly selective group of museums.”
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Of about 17,500 museums in the U.S., only 775 are accredited, Blanton said. Livesay said the accreditation will attract more students and bring the LSU Museum of Art to the forefront of University activities. He said the museum is a connection from the University to the rest of the Baton Rouge community. “The LSU Museum of Art seems like a very cool place,” said Zachary Davis, biological sciences freshman. “Now that it’s been accredited I definitely want to check it out.” Livesay said the accreditation tells the public the LSU Museum of Art is a high-quality organization. “While the accreditation means a lot for the Museum of Art, it means even more to the public we serve,” Livesay said. Contact Kittu Pannu at kpannu@lsureveille.com
In celebration of the University’s sesquicentennial, the LSU Museum of Art is exhibiting the work of former University professor Caroline Durieux. Bringing together various pieces from Durieux’s artistic career, the retrospective exhibit, called “Caroline Durieux: A Radioactive Wit,” showcases her work in paintings, sketches, lithographs, colored cliché verre prints and radioactive electron prints. Laden with satirical humor and exceptional craftsmanship, Durieux’s art captures her environment and contributes innovative techniques to the printmaking medium, said Natalie Mault, assistant curator at the LSU Museum of Art. Mault said the resulting work is playful, intriguing and thoughtprovoking. “Many of the subjects she depicts are humorous, but not all of them,” Mault said. “Some are of war or the atomic bomb, but viewers don’t feel anxious. They are done in a mocking way, and although made decades ago, we still recognize aspects of society in them today.” Mault said showcasing the work of a former University professor is in keeping with the museum’s dedication to University-related art. “We’ve been looking forward to this exhibit since we moved away from LSU to the downtown area,” she said. “This kind of event is a
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‘Art tells a story – different artifacts have history and a story behind them.’ Aaron Looney
Editor, University Relations
great way to tie in all things LSU.” As a celebration of the 150th anniversary of the University, “A Radioactive Wit” is just one of many events honoring the milestone year. The University and the LSU Museum of Art have made great efforts to highlight the positive effects of the University on the Baton Rouge community, said Aaron Looney, editor at University Relations. Looney said the sesquicentennial aims to celebrate the impact the University has made through research, education, athletics and art, with each one showcasing a different aspect of community involvement. “Art tells a story — different artifacts have history and a story behind them,” Looney said. “These stories are part of the LSU history and
how it has gotten where it is today.” Mault said she expects Durieux’s groundbreaking work in printmaking to bring strong attendance and interest to the exhibit from both students and the community. University art professor Kimberly Arp said Durieux’s advancements were milestones in printmaking techniques. “In terms of the history in printmaking here at LSU, if anything has a lot to do with the sesquicentennial and the history, it is this idea of her using radio elements to do artwork,” Arp said. Arp also expects Durieux’s experimental combination of art and science to intrigue students who visit the exhibit. “Anything that pushes the envelope or widens the scope of possibility, young folks are interested in it,” he said. “Caroline Durieux: A Radioactive Wit” is on display from Aug. 22 to Nov. 2.
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Ranks
MUSIC * MOVIES * BOOKS * TELEVISION Ray Lamontagne Arcade Fire Iron Maiden The Suburbs The Final Frontier & The Pariah Dogs Merge Records EMI Records God Willin’ and the Creek Don’t Rise
Arcade Fire’s “The Suburbs” is a metaphoric march down memory lane in the sheltered and conventional suburbs. The piano-led title track fools the listener into thinking this trip through the suburbs will be nonchalant, but as the album progresses, it proves to be dark and sometimes sad. It illustrates the existential crisis of modern man that is stuck in a mediocre life that was once full of potential. This extensive album of 16 songs leaves the listener exhausted, a bit down and yet somewhat hopeful. “The Suburbs” is an impressive album filled with metaphorical lyrics and moving instrumentals.
They say all good things must come to an end, and the release of “The Final Frontier,” Iron Maiden’s 15th studio album, is the end of 35 years of face-melting metal. The album suffers from poor song structure, often abandoning melody in favor of spacey arrangements so poorly done it’s hard to believe they were done by a Grammy-nominated band. Perhaps it’s time to establish an age limit for metal and kindly inform Iron Maiden that the world would like to remember them for their 14 good albums and not this geriatric disc of disappointment masquerading as a real album.
FERRIS MCDANIEL
ANDREW PRICE
CATHRYN CORE
Mike Posner
Klaxons
J-Records
Polydor Records
Scott Pilgrim vs. the World
Fresh out of college, Mike Posner is breaking into the music scene with his debut album, “31 Minutes to Takeoff.” The catchy single “Cooler than Me” snuck through mainstream radio waves and caught the attention of curious listeners. With a triple-threat combination of singing, songwriting and producing, Posner has the potential to gather a loyal fan base. The album blends trendy synthesized sounds and pleasingly raspy vocals to create a laid-back feel. Unfortunately, the lyrics are trite, and the themes come off as petty or vindictive. With experience and a more mature approach, Posner could have a successful career ahead of him.
“Surfing the Void,” the second album from the U.K.’s Klaxons, feels like a companion piece to “Congratulations,” the sophomore record from MGMT. Like MGMT, the Klaxons indulge in a progrock heavy sound, and the songs often lack clear hooks or direction as a result. The band has traded in the sharp, angular sound of its debut, “Myths of the Near Future,” for a denser, psychedelic feel. Guitars compete with each other for heavier riffs throughout the record, leading to moments of thrilling sound barrages and bloated riffing. Ultimately, it’s a strange turn for a band with a compelling sound.
Filled with action sequences and comic book cinematography, “Scott Pilgrim vs. the World” is an epic movie based on the graphic novel “Scott Pilgrim.” Michael Cera out-performes his usual teen angst roles, which makes the movie a pleasant surprise. Cera has the support of a great cast, including Kieran Culkin, who steals the show with his oneliners and general behavior with other characters. With allusions to pop culture throughout the movie, viewers can escape to this parallel universe in which Cera’s acting is actually up to par.
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CHRIS ABSHIRE
KITTU PANNU
RCA Records
Talented singer-songwriter Ray Lamontagne’s new album “God Willin’ and the Creek Don’t Rise” has managed to hit the music scene without making much of a splash on listeners. Lamontagne’s attempt to break out of his mellow, easy-listening melodies and dive, along with his band The Pariah Dogs, into a more bluegrass-influenced sound is successful, but the music doesn’t do much to stir the soul like his previous work. All in all, “God Willin’ and the Creek Don’t Rise” is simply all right.
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31 Minutes to Takeoff
Surfing the Void
Big Talk Films
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Thursday, Aug. 26, 2010 Studios at the Celtic Centre, which is the largest purpose-built soundstage in the state, has allowed Baton Rouge to be more viable for studio shooting. “The growth of [Celtic Media Centre], we’ve found, has directly correlated with our ability to land these massive studio-size productions like ‘Battleship,’” Mitchell-Smith said. An increase in movies filming in the city has also meant a major boost for the local economy. Production companies contributed a local direct spend of $72 million for 26 films and TV productions in 2009, according to the BRFC. The local direct spend reflects any expenditures on a local level.
“Those numbers indicate a major surge for a market of Baton Rouge’s size,” Mitchell-Smith said. “But we only expect those numbers to grow for this year, and the big fall productions are certainly a major part of those projections.” “Battleship” and “Breaking Dawn” may be the two largest films coming to town, but they certainly aren’t the only ones. “Transit,” an independent film starring Jim Caviezel — star of Mel Gibson’s “The Passion of the Christ” — has been filming in Baton Rouge for the better part of August and even required the closure portions of River Road last week. “The Courier,” which stars Jeffrey Dean Morgan of “Watchmen”
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“Unfortunately, we were not able to get any of the big-name artists that we had originally posted on the poll,” Michel said. “Instead, we took the genre that had the most votes and began looking for a band that has the indie-folk rock sound that students voted for.” Lafayette-based GIVERS added the Back to School Bash to their already long list of scheduled shows for their upcoming tour, which includes a stop at Austin City Limits music festival in October. Despite their demanding tour schedule, GIVERS guitarist Taylor Guarisco said the band brings the same energy and excitement with them on stage for every show, and though the long tours often leave them feeling over worked, none of them are too tired to stop the music. “We are all still very excited about playing music on the road,” Guarisco said. “It’s an amazing thing for us to realize.” Wolves, Where?, which is also known for passionate stage performances, will take the stage before GIVERS. The band is grateful for the opportunity to open, said guitarist Kyle Anderson. Kyle and his brother Kody Anderson, also a guitarist in the band, attend college in Texas and have decided to miss school to play the show. “My brother and I are missing some class and driving nine hours to play the show,” Kyle Anderson said. “We are super excited about playing Thursday night.”
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a guitar and start messin’ around with it,” he said. Phil Brady’s on Government Street holds two open mic nights a week. The first, a no-cover event, features stand-up comedy between musical sets. “Every Tuesday, there’s a comedy show that starts around 9 [p.m.] Then, Ryan Patterson and the boys play for about 30 minutes. And then they’ll start bringing up people ready to play,” he said. “Rock people, bring your whole band out.” Phil Brady’s Tuesday nights are meant for “young musicians to get their feet wet,” Hall said. “Tuesdays are for new bands used to practicing in a living room or garage wondering, ‘Where can we go to get on a stage?’” he said. “We are offering a place for them to bring their friends and bring their bands. We have the sound. We have the stage. Bring your guitars.” But the bar’s Thursday night blues jam is what really brings in the crowd, Hall said. “We’ve got a world famous blues jam on Thursdays that’s been going on for 26 years,” he said. “For a $5 cover charge, you’ll see up to 30 different musicians.” Hall said the great thing about Phil Brady’s blues jam is anyone can light up the stage. “Anyone can get on stage as long as they got the lungs and the guts to get out there. You just gotta play blues and blues only,” he said. Open mic nights are a great way for new bands to debut, said Ryan Patterson, lead singer and guitarist of the local zydefunk band Red-Headed Step Child. “I started out when I was 10 or 12, and now I’m 21 and hosting Tues-
and “Grey’s Anatomy,” began filming in New Orleans and Baton Rouge last week. “The Big Valley,” a remake of the hit 1960s TV Western, has begun filming and will be shooting in town throughout the fall. “It’s clear that this fall is going to be one of our busiest times yet for film production in the city,” Mitchell-Smith said. “The fact that two of the largest and most exciting current films are both going to be filming here is making waves around town and throughout the industry.”
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Contact Chris Abshire at cabshire@lsureveille.com day nights at Phil Brady’s,” he said. Gabby Loubiere, University alumna and owner of local coffee shop Brew Ha-Ha on Jefferson Highway, is spicing up the music scene with an open mic gospel night. “I don’t know anyone else who’s got this going on,” Loubiere said. Since the gospel night’s launch, the coffee shop has been booming, Loubiere said. Anyone can walk in the coffee shop and sign up to perform. “It’s powerful. You just get goose bumps,” she said. “A little 6-year-old boy got up with the drums last week, and it was just unbelievable.” For all pop and hip-hop lovers, DJ’s Club Elite on Tom Drive has an open mic that focuses on more popular music. “Since it’s a club, you’ll hear the same things you’d hear at Fred’s, Reggie’s, Mike’s ... But I’ll play basically anything and everything,” said James Merritt, disc jockey of the event. “We don’t discriminate. They can come in and sing a classical song if they want.” Open mic nights are an excellent opportunity for local talent “to be heard,” Merritt said. “That’s how I got signed,” he said. “I did a party and then three days later, I got signed to a label.” Every Friday, DJ’s Club Elite offers free drinks until 10 p.m., then the open mic begins. Patrick McGannon, landscape architecture senior, said he enjoys the atmosphere of open mic nights. “It’s cool just to see people get up from the crowd and grab a mic,” he said. “Those strangers are all of a sudden way cooler when they’re up on stage.” Contact Cathryn Core at ccore@lsureveille.com
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THE BOTTOM LINE
LSUPD can take all your possessions The LSU Police Department, as real deal police, can take everything you have. Actually, that’s not totally true. Any law enforcement agency with jurisdiction over you can take your belongings — not just LSUPD and not just if you’ve committed a crime. Let’s look at a brief example. Police can exercise what’s called criminal asset forfeiture. That’s where the cops come in your apartment or car and catch you smoking marijuana. You get arrested, you lose the pot and pipe. I have absolutely no problem with this at all. It’s all justified. However, there’s also civil asset forfeiture, and that’s where things get sticky. Let’s say you get caught with a joint in your car. Well, it’s perfectly reasonable to take your supplies, because taking devices used in crimes — guns, knives, etc. — can be part of keeping us safe. Let’s say, however, that you got caught, and the officer decided he wanted your car, too. Yep, he can have it. Welcome to civil asset forfeiture. To make things more interesting, you actually don’t have to be convicted of the crime for the police to take your car, house and personal belongings. A lower level of proof is required for civil asset forfeiture than for a crime where you might end up in jail. In our example, the officer could say you used the money from selling pot to buy the car. He may have so little evidence he cannot possibly convict you for the crime, but as long as they can say it was likely the car was purchased with drug money, they get it. Again, you lose the car, which was allegedly purchased using funds from a crime of which you were found innocent. In case you think something like this just doesn’t happen here on American soil, you don’t know how wrong you are. In fact — and here’s why this happens so often — many states like Louisiana allow up to 80 percent of the money made from the sale of forfeited goods to go to the police. Do you see the problem? We call this a huge conflict of interest. It’s the same reason why I can’t take out fire insurance on your house. It’s a conflict of interest because it gives me a huge incentive to have a surprise bonfire on your
back porch. So, if you told a child, “I’ll give you $10 and a cup of ice cream every time you find a spelling mistake,” how many mistakes do you think he’ll see? Well, it turns out it’s usually a whole lot more than are actually there. A recent study done by criminologist John Worrall, Devin Graham after polling 770 Columnist police managers and executives, showed 40 percent of police departments admitted civil asset forfeiture was “necessary as a budget supplement.” This means, my friends, nearly half of police managers admitted they need to take civil assets to pad the budget — new cars, equipment or sometimes just to keep a good man on payroll. The problem is far beyond the scope of one article, but it will have
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to suffice to say there are officers out there looking for quick cash, just like the rest of us, and it essentially amounts to legalized theft. As a final note, I would like to say I have a world of respect for officers and their families. I have several close, personal friends I’ve grown to know and love over the years who are dedicated officers, and I couldn’t be more proud of the work they do. However, what’s right is right, and taking the property of people found innocent in court is not. As Voltaire, the 18th century French satirist, philosopher and writer once said, “It is dangerous to be right in matters on which the established authorities are wrong.” This is a serious 10 to 30 years, guys. Can I get some backup? Devin Graham is a 21-year-old business management senior from Prairieville. Follow him on Twitter @TDR_dgraham. Contact Devin Graham at dgraham@lsureveille.com
Thursday, Aug. 26, 2010
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
Parking garage hazardous to LSU programs The construction of a new parking garage on campus constitutes a major statement about LSU’s priorities (“Parking garage, bookstore to begin construction this year,” 8/24/10). At a time when the university has been under financial siege for two years, when entire academic and research programs are being eliminated, and positions are being cut, $25 million can be found for a new parking garage. Programs such as the Louisiana Geological Survey, which plays a critical role in the science and economy of the state, are slated for elimination but could be funded for a fraction of what the garage will cost. The loss of a cluster of historic buildings that will be razed to make way for the garage is considered not worthy of discussion. A Reveille article of July 16
of last year made the interesting points that the garage is not currently needed because of a literal lack of available parking spaces, and that a primary motivation behind its construction is that LSU lags behind other universites who have multiple parking garages. That is a benchmark apparently more important than maintaining programs like the Louisiana Geological Survey. Apparently no one is supposed to be watching, such as the legislature. But of course, they are. The message this sends to an inexperienced and skeptical legislature hardly seems the right one. Why should they take the defenders of academic and scientific capacity at the university seriously, when the administration doesn’t?
J.D. Daigle director of the School of the Coast and Environmental Special Programs
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Alzheimer’s breakthrough gives hope to patients, families Researchers from the University of Sydney recently released a major breakthrough in Alzheimer’s research. The team created a compound that prevents two Alzheimer’s proteins from combining. Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia. Early symptoms include memory failures and depression, while in the later stages of the disease patients experience drastic personality changes as well as difficulty with basic motor functions such as walking and swallowing. Although there is no single accepted theory for the cause of Alzheimer’s, deposits of fragmented and twisted proteins called plaques and tangles are usually found in the brains of Alzheimer’s sufferers. The researchers at Sydney have discovered a new interaction between the two sets of proteins and created a therapy that alters the protein, Tau, which is responsible for creating the tangles. Successful modification
of Tau also prevents other proteins from fragmenting and creating the disease-causing plaques. Even the best modern Alzheimer’s medications and therapies only hope to slow the progression of the disease and manage some of its more severe symptoms. This new research Andrew Shockey has a chance Columnist of completely revolutionizing the way the disease is treated. Instead of focusing on the symptoms, the new treatment targets the underlying causes of the disease and stops neural degeneration at its source. Researchers genetically modified a group of mice to ensure they would develop Alzheimer’s and injected them with drugs designed to prevent the development of the pair of harmful proteins. Incredibly, none of the mice treated with
the new drug developed Alzheimer’s. I was especially glad to hear about this ground-breaking research because I’ve had personal experience with Alzheimer’s and its terrible effects. My grandfather had Alzheimer’s, and once he could barely recognize his own wife of more than 50 years, we had to move him to a nursing home. I can barely describe the sense of soul-crushing depression that permeates severe Alzheimer’s wards. Patients wander the halls aimlessly, passing their visiting loved ones without recognizing them and forgetting where they were going before they reach their destination. The disease completely destroyed my grandfather’s personality, emotions and relationships. My family and I would visit him when we were in town for holidays and other family gatherings, but we always felt completely helpless. We hoped that somehow our presence would help him, and at
the very least, sustain my grandmother as she underwent this unimaginably difficult ordeal. In our youth-centered, consumer-driven society, Alzheimer’s doesn’t always get the attention it deserves. Almost by definition, the disease affects the elderly. Unfortunately, too many of us would prefer to ignore seniors, but many people change their tune when thinking about their own aging loved ones or even themselves. Most college students have parents or grandparents that are approaching their 60s or 70s, a crucial time when many symptoms of Alzheimer’s reveal themselves. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, one in eight Americans older than 65 have the disease. Currently, 5.3 million Americans have Alzheimer’s, and the number of cases is projected to double in the next 40 years. While many other leading causes of death have seen significant declines during the last decade, Alzheimer’s related fatalities
have only increased. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, from 2000 to 2006, there was a 46 percent increase in Alzheimer’s fatalities while deaths due to heart disease, stroke and breast cancer all decreased. Of course, any new drug is still years away from drug store shelves because it has to be modified for use in humans and pass Food and Drug Administration regulations and clinical trials. But Lars Ittner and the rest of his team still deserve our congratulations and thanks for the important strides they have made ridding our world of this terrible disease. Andrew Shockey is a 19-year-old biological engineering sophomore from Baton Rouge. Follow him on Twitter @TDR_Aschockey.
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LSU iPhone app full of potential, currently lacks worth
Do you ever find yourself lost on campus? Do you ever feel the urge to watch videos or read stories about how great LSU is? Do you like to push buttons linking you to LSUsports.net? Well, if you’ve answered “yes” to any of the following questions, you’re in luck — there’s an app for that. You have no idea how sick I am of that damn phrase. Earlier this month, the University threw its hat into the ring of more than 225,000 and launched the “LSU Mobile” iPhone app. Unfortunately for people who would like a phone that still functions if held in the left hand, the app is only available on the iPhone, with a BlackBerry version coming “within the next few weeks.” Currently, there is no definite version for the Android platform. As a Droid owner I feel discriminated against. Sure, the iPhone may be more popular, but Android was the best selling OS among smart phones in a recent NPD Group announcement. Android is blowing up — get on that, LSU developers. The free, on-the-go purple and gold app launched Aug. 16, was sponsored by University Auxiliary Services and cost $40,000 to create, according to the Aug. 23 edition of The Daily Reveille. Fortunately, I also own an iPod Touch, so I was able to download and play with the app. However, what I found was disappointingly lacking. The app in its current stage has
four icons to tap: athletics, maps, videos and news. Because the iPhone is exclusive to AT&T and LSU Athletics has a partnership with Verizon Wireless, Verizon has withheld any iPhone applications from having LSU sports content. Instead, tapping the athletics icon does nothing but bring you to LSUsports.net — a simple bookmark could do the same thing. Second comes the map icon. The one and only useful feature so far on the application, the maps section has a full map of the University’s campus with users able to see their current location and search for other locations around campus. Unfortunatley, there is no way to devise any type of trail or route to get around campus — just to wander around in the general direction of your destination. While a huge map could definitely be helpful to students new to the University, it seems a shallow attempt at possibly something deeper. Finally, I can group the remaining two sections into one summary. Both the videos and news icons bring the user to a list of PR-friendly videos and articles, which help shed a good light on the University. Don’t get me wrong. I’m not against the University trying to make itself look good to others — I’ve always loved LSU — but I don’t understand why the news icon doesn’t even mention the school’s on-campus newspaper. Maybe they don’t want to see some loudmouth columnist bashing their $40,000 baby.
Speaking of $40,000 babies, isn’t the University going through some serious budget cuts? It’s all I hear about in the newsroom and all over campus, so it would seem like $40,000 could go toward something more Adam Arinder useful. The UniColumnist versity definitely took a big technological step with the release of the iPhone app. But a good idea done with only half
the effort ends up a bad idea. Sure, money could have been a restraint, but why not wait for available funding and release and app that blows every other college’s out of the water? I’m looking for some type of Moodle integration, teacher and class reviews, student feedback, merge in TigerTrails routes, internal maps of buildings — because finding some classrooms is difficult — I could go on forever. This idea has all kinds of potential, but right now it seems like a neglected idea and wasted resources among a difficult time in
the University’s history. Take your time, app developers, and get it right. Blow everyone out of the water with it to show how great the University really is. And quit ignoring Android users for God’s sake! Adam Arinder is a 20-year-old communication studies senior from Baton Rouge. Follow him on Twitter @TDR_aarinder.
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APTS TO RENT 3030 congress blvd(off Perkins, multiple flats and townhouses recently renovated, no pets, 1 month rent, 1 month security, maxpro 268-0801(Mon-Fri)
1726 BRIGHTSIDE MANOR Beautiful 2br on Bus Rt. washer/dryer, fenced patio, wat/sew pd. $850 Move in special 588-3070
LARGE 1-BR (650 sq ft) $500 and 2-br (1170 sq ft) $700 in small quiet complex ideal for serious students. Walk, cycle or take the LSU bus to school, shopping. On-site manager, reserved parking, video surveillence security. 757-8175. Apply online at http://riverroadapartments. tripod.com
SPECIALS NOW AVAILABLE Arlington Trace, Summer Grove & Lake Beau Pre Townhomes! 2 & 3 Bedroom Floorplans Gated Communities, Clubhouse with Work Out Room, Pool & Gaming Areas Dean Flores Real Estate 225.767.2227
1 BED ROOM AVAILABLE NOW $475. 4065 Burbank. $300 Deposit. Near Walk-Ons www. lsubr.com for pics and floorplans. No Pets. One year lease.
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Thursday, Aug. 26, 2010 Tiger Manor Condominiums. UNITS READY FOR Fall 2010 and Spring 2011!! Reserve Now! Brand new 1, 2, & 3 bedrooms available. Reserve your unit today! Walk to class! 3000 July St. 225-346-5055. www.tigermanor.com Location. Location. Location... Start Living. 225.383.0143
$1500 3B/3B CONDO NEAR LSU. GATED, POOL, W/D, IN COURTNEY PLACE CONDOMINIUMS. NO PETS PLEASE. 225.362.2559
Not too late! 3br/2ba gated, on LSU bus route, pool, assigned parking. 1/2 1st month free. $1400/mo 318.447.2622
One Bedroom Downtown Beauregard Town with W/D $695 plus utilities (approx $200). kelly@stuartconnolly.com 225.241.6014
3 Bedroom 1 Bath - $1100/month 875 Aster St. Walk to LSU. Washer Dryer Dishwasher. Central AC, all hardwood floors. Pets OK. Fenced in backyard. Call for an appointment to see. 225.205.0390
1-2 BR Apts near LSU, $500-$600, water, sewage, Hot water included. Call Wang 225.278.6621, 225.278.6622
$455-$545 NOW LEASING Graduate and part-time students 3003 River Road 225.343.2466
Female Roomate Needed to share 3BR/2Bath condo, on LSU bus route, $500+utilities/mo. Call Heather 337.780.9159 or 225.767.8830
BRIGHTSIDE PARK TOWNHOMES LARGE 2BR 2.5 BATH W/ D, POOL, PETS OK, 1737 S. BRIGHTSIDE VIEW. $800 955-6480/588-3070 southlandpropertiesinc.com
ROOMMATE NEEDED WESTHAVEN SUBD-COMMON HOUSE AREA, ON BUS RTE,6MI FROM LSU $375+ UTIL SPLT- BREAUXAIR@COX. NET 504.738.5671
Tiger Manor Rental $525/mo 3 bdrm apt., 1 room available, 2 Roomates, seniors 1-Accounting, 1-Engineering. Excellent accomodations. Walk to campus. Call Doug337-316-1647, or 337-234-019 337.234.0196
Room in good house. W&D, alarm, etc. No lease needed. $395. Util, cable TV and Internet include. $250 dep. 225.921.1209
1,2,3 BR CONDOS IN BRIGHTSIDE / SHARLO $650-$1000. 955-6480 southlandpropertiesinc.com
Highland Road House 3br/2ba $1099/mo. 225.769.1079
2 to 3 bdrm/1b wood floors w/d lawn service walking distance to LSU 504.451.0818
NEAR LSU Carlotta/ Ivanhoe $385-$505 588-3039
BEAU CHENE CONDOS 2BR 2BATH WITH WOOD FLOORS AND ALL APPLIANCES $950 w/s pd 588-3070 or 955-6480
Perfect Studio Apt on Capital Heights near Acadian. Fully enclosed with privacy gate. Washer/ Dryer, refrigerator included. Some furniture can remain. $600/ mth. Stephanie Stalter (225) 573-1951. (225) 298-1250
HIGHLAND ROAD House 3 br 2 ba available Aug 1st $1099.00 225.769.1079
LSU Tigerland 1-2 BR, TH & Flats, Pool, W/S Paid, $450 - $650/mo. 225.615.8521
2- Bedroom l.s.u. bus route 2-bedroom townhouse, fully furnished 1 and 1/2 baths at 1722 brightside $950.00 per mo. $600.00 dep. 1 yr. lease -296-4006 or 504-495-1733 504.296.4006 Canterbury Square Apts 1 and 2 bedrooms
Roommate Wanted
Roommate needed for 2 bedroom townhome. Grad student preferred. Room includes private full bathroom. Living area is fully furnished. Private covered parking. $400/month and half of utilities. 225.603.8824
ROOMATE to SHARE CONDO Male Roommate to Share 2BR/2BTH furnished condo-Brightside Estates-w/grad student. W/D, CBL/ UTIL/INTERNET paid. $500/ month. Prefer student. No pets. dober_mann@msn. com 225.588.9409
Fem. Grad students 4bedrm/2ba house, common area furnished, Nicholson Lakes $400.+util. 504.717.5188
Spacious Room available Room available in 2 bedroom Heatherstone townhouse. 2.5 bath, furnished living, dining, and kitchen. $595/month plus utilities. Email sshira3@tigers.lsu.edu for more info.
Personals Contrived female seeks male dirtbag for viewings of Pauly Shore’s 1993 classic film Son in Law. cwill2@lsu.edu
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