August 30, 2011

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The Independent Student Newspaper of Sam Houston State University Vol 119— Issue 2

Thursday, August 30, 2011

Scudder talks redistricting decision, pg. 2

Jessica Gomez | The Houstonian Photo courtesy of Kendall Scudder

Volleyball off to perfect start, pg. 5

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Students rave to beat cancer By George Mattingly Arts & Entertainment Editor

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tudents lit up the night with bright colors and danced to the fast-moving beats of electro music and dubstep as Intramural Field 3 was transformed into party central at “Rave for the Cure” on Saturday night. “Rave for the Cure” is the first event of its kind in Huntsville to introduce a new genre of music to the community and bring out as many as 100 rave partygoers to raise money for the fight against cancer. For senior Justen Barber who created the event, the fundraiser was a way to get more people involved in a cause he knows well. “One of my best friends and uncle both had cancer,” said Barber. “Seeing them go through everything was enough for me.” “Rave for the Cure” capitalized on something all college students can relate to: music. The lineup featured several DJs and performers from all over Texas, including a special guest performance by Ennovi, an electro pop artist out of Austin. The idea behind involving music and dance as a big part of the fundraiser was to bring out students who normally wouldn’t show up to a cancer fundraiser. “If they can pay to go out to a bar or club, they can pay to help save a life,” said Barber. Proceeds from the fundraiser that came from ticket sales, shirt sales

DANCE BATTLE.

Jessica Gomez | The Houstonian

Senior Justen Barber organized the first Rave for the Cure, held on August 27 at Bowers Stadium, in an effort to raise money and awareness against cancer.

and donations all went to benefit the American Cancer Society. Among the campus organizations in attendance at the fundraiser were Colleges Against Cancer and Kappa Delta Chi, that each donate to the American Cancer Society every year. Although they were not directly involved with “Rave for the Cure”,

each group had a personal connection to their presence at the event. “My family has been affected by cancer and through events like this, we are able to build a connection with someone and help them,” said Cathy Do, president-elect of Colleges Against Cancer. “It’s important for people to be aware because it can

happen to anybody,” said Kappa Delta Chi historian Carmen Damian, whose family also struggled with cancer. Although attendance at the rave was not as high as expected, what mattered most to students was getting more people involved with the cause behind it. “This is a good way to

promote the cause,” said senior Brittany Winner. “I think if there were more events like this, more people would be willing to come.” As the night progressed, the crowd grew from just a few people to a large crowd of students all dressed in colorful outfits, all bringing their best dance moves to dance in the bright lights

and lasers. For the first time, the SHSU community saw the rave culture come out, and although it was uncommon for Huntsville, some students saw it as a good thing. “It is definitely a big culture shock for some people, but it’s good for people to experience something new,” said junior Nicko Nordstrom.

Fall coaches talk “chalk” Qaddafi family flees Libya Nine of 11 defensive starters returning for 2011 season

By Zach Birdsong Sports Editor

The first of the “Bearkat Chalk Talk” luncheons kicked off on Monday. The luncheon was the first in a series of six that is designed to keep fans up to date in upcoming athletic events. The “Chalk Talk” on Monday was designed to highlight the fall sports which include football, volleyball, and soccer. Each respective head coach made an appearance and updated the fans and alumni in attendance on the current state of each sport. Marlyn Montoya | The Houstonian

— See TALK, page 4

CHIT CHAT. Head Coach Willie Fritz highlights Runningback Tim Flanders, named Southland Conference Freshman in 2010.

By McKinzie Brocail Senior Reporter The wife of Libyan dictator Colonel Muammar el-Qaddafi, and three of their children fled early Monday across Libya’s border into Algeria according to a statement released by the Algerian Foreign Ministry. Qaddafi’s wife, Safia, two of his sons Hannibal and Mohammed, and his daughter Aisha escaped to neighboring Algeria via land. Qaddafi’s whereabouts are still unknown, although rebel fighters assumes he is still hiding in Libya. Algeria has remained neutral since the chaos started in Libya seven

months ago. The country has no intention to “interfere in any manner whatsoever in [Libya’s] internal affairs,” said Foreign Minister Amar Belan in a published statement. “[Qaddafi’s family members] have been greeted on humanitarian grounds” in compliance with Algeria’s cultural “holy rule of hospitality,” Algeria’s ambassador to the UN, Mourad Benmehidi, told the BBC World Service. “This would be an act of aggression against the Libyan people and against the wishes of the Libyan people,” said the rebels’ National Transitional council spokesman Mahmoud Shamman. Hannibal and Mohammed

are the least two politically involved of Qaddafi’s sons. Aisha, until recently, was involved as a goodwill ambassador for the U.N. Development Program. Qaddafi’s son Khamis died in a battle against the rebels Saturday. Khamis led Libya’s 32nd Brigade, an infamous force accused of shooting 150 captive civilians last Monday who had been told they would be released. His final battle against the rebels took place in northwest Libya between the small towns of Tarunah and Bani Walid. He was taken to a hospital where he died from his injuries. — See LIBYA, page 4

Welcome Week Bearkat Picnic

Chrystal Golden | The Houstonian

CHOW TIME. Student Activities polished off Welcome Week on Friday with their annual Bearkat Picnic, held outside Austin Hall at 11:30 a.m. Left: Associate Director of Student Activities Brandon Cooper and Assistant Director of Student Activities Chuck Collins pass out t-shirts.qw Above: ELA student Eunna Cho, Junior Mark Denman, and Sammy hanging outside Austin Hall.


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