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Concealed carry laws create controversy Jillian Clair Associate News Editor

Guns can take lives. Guns can save lives. The Second Amendment gives Americans the right to bear arms, but there are restrictions on who can posses firearms and where it is legal to carry them. Last Tuesday at the Auburn City Council meeting, Auburn resident Donald Sirois complained that there is a discrepancy between state and city laws concerning carrying concealed weapons onto city property. Currently, according to section 13-12 of Auburn’s city code, weapons of any kind, whether permitted or not, are banned from city property. Sirois, a member of the NRA, said

the ordinance violates the state’s pre-emption law, which states, “The entire subject matter of handguns is reserved to the State Legislature.” This means a city government cannot make a law concerning handguns that is more specific than state law, Sirois said. Sirois said there are signs in front of certain municipal buildings, such as recreation centers and the City Council chamber. The state code does not specify whether handguns are allowed in municipal facilities. “The state law is not real clear and not real well-organized either, but if they feel like there’s restrictions needed in the city, they need to make sure they comply it with the state

code,” Sirois said. City Manager Charles Duggan said section 13-12 of city code, which bans weapons on municipal property, was passed in 1999. When Sirois brought the discrepancy between the ordinance and the preemption law to his attention this summer, Duggan said he and other city officials immediately began researching the issue and found that the city was in violation of the preemption law.

“We look at it, and we say, ‘We believe we should go ahead and change section 13-12 and clarify that while we’re banning weapons, our ban is not going to apply to handguns because of the state exemption, and we will deal with handguns ac-

c o rd ing to the state law,’” Duggan said. Duggan said the city is still trying to interpret the vague state code to determine whether concealed handguns should be permitted on municipal property. For now, Duggan has recommended the Council change the city code to ban all weapons except concealed handguns. “The problem is, we didn’t just want to repeal

i t — w e wanted to know what goes in its place, and that takes time,” Duggan said. “We want to make sure that, quite » Turn to GUNS, A2

Dorm visitation hours disputable Chelsea Harvey

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The Haley Center stairs in between quadrants two and three have been blocked off because falling chunks of concrete.

Haley Center stairwell neglected Brian Desarro Intrigue Editor

With more than 140 classrooms on the first three floors alone, making the trip up the Haley Center’s caged-in, cement stairs has become habit to most of Auburn’s 24,000 students. Built in 1969, this iconic building has seen its fair share of maintenance and repairs. However, one outside stairwell on the Haley concourse side has been closed and barricaded for months. Lloyd Albert, interim director of maintenance, said the stairwell is blocked because there are falling

chunks of concrete from where the rebar inside has begun to rust. As to why it has taken so long? They simply forgot. “I don’t know how that one was forgotten like it was,” Albert said. “We need to get it fixed right away.” The normal process for building repairs is to immediately bring a contractor in to look at the affected area, make the necessary repairs and put it back into use as quickly as possible. “We watch [the cracks], and as they look like they are fixing to give way or something, we go and take care of them,” Albert said. “Our No. 1 goal is to keep them from falling

on somebody. When we see a spot, we barricade it off, take them down, clean them up, patch what we can patch and make sure it is safe for students.” Though he wasn’t sure how long ago they came, Albert said a representative of LBYD Civil and Structural Engineering came out to look at the stairwell, which resulted in the original barricade. A return visit by the engineering firm to look at the damage as well as other cracks and falling cement around Haley Center, is in the works, though there is no official » Turn to HALEY, A2

been in place for so long, may be outdated. Staff Writer The visitation procedure Of the 24,000 students is perhaps the most conwho attend Auburn, only troversial in this respect. approximately 4,000 live Aside from the general in on-campus residence complaints many students halls. have about the limitations On-campus regulations it imposes on their social include rules against noise lives, some students have violations, expressed pets, cerconcern tain apthat the Those hours rule is pliances, a l c o h o l have been in place for u n f a i r , and illegal in that substances, years... and we don’t it allows and visitors change them unless more freeof the opfor students want it to be dom posite sex same-sex b e t w e e n changed.” relationmidnight ships. Kim Trupp, and noon. “I don’t director of Housing and t h i n k Violations Residence Life h o u s are dealt with acing recording to a disciplinary ally thought about the system that varies with the fact that some people are number and severity of of- gay and some aren’t,” said fenses. Bennett Nast, sophomore Sarah Daughtry, gradu- in aviation management. ate student hall director, “It was just a rule that was said in the five years she put in place. I don’t think had been at Auburn, she they were really directing had not noticed any revi- it at a specific group.” sion in dorm policy. Daughtry said although This raises the question she personally had not of whether certain policies, by virtue of having » Turn to HOUSING, A2

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Alabama AP scores outpace national average Alison McFerrin Staff Writer

Gov. Bob Riley announced Monday that Alabama is tops in the nation for student improvement on AP tests. According to a press release from the governor’s office, the percentage of Alabama students scoring a passing grade on AP tests increased by 17.7 percent. Riley said the success is directly attributable to the state’s partnership with the A+ College Ready program and

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commitment to funding the ACCESS Distance Learning initiative in Alabama schools. According to the ACCESS (Alabama Connecting Classrooms, Educators and Students Statewide) Distance Learning website, the program is available to all Alabama public high school students,

and its aim is to provide equal access to high quality instruction and an infrastructure that delivers quality learning opportunities. According to the A+ College Ready website, the program is a division of the A+ Education Partnership. Through collaboration with multiple people and groups, the A+ Education Partnership has secured a grant of

up to $13.2 million to help train teachers and improve AP programs and scores in Alabama. Smiths Station High School in Lee County is one of the schools that has benefited from the grant money. “We’ve been able to vertically align and integrate our classes down to the seventh grade,” said Mike Nixon, vice principal and AP coordinator at Smiths Station High School. » Turn to AP, A2

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Crime Reports for Sept. 9 – Sept. 16, 2010

DUI Arrests in the City of Auburn Sept. 9 – Sept. 16, 2010

Sept. 10, 100 Block of Ross Street – Unlawful breaking and entering a vehicle reported. One Sony GPS unit, two bottles of Hollister Coolwater cologne, one can of Steel Reserve beer.

Sept. 10, Kroger, Dean Road – Shoplifting reported. Six packs of beef oxtails.

Macareo P. Hernandez, 28, of Mexico East University Drive at Hardwood Street Sept. 11, 1:04 a.m.

Sept. 10, 1000 Block of Northlake Drive – Burglary of a residence and theft reported. One Sansui 19-inch LCD TV, one Panasonic DVD player, one Acer 17-inch laptop computer.

Sept. 11, South College Street – Theft of property reported. One bottle of Grey Goose vodka.

William J. McCoy, 19, of Opelika South Gay Street at East Samford Avenue Sept. 11, 3:04 a.m.

Sept. 10, West Magnolia Avenue – Theft of lost property reported. One Apple iPhone.

Kevin T. Griffin, 19, of Opelika Opelika Road Sept. 9, 1:13 a.m. Alexander K. Mixon, 18, of Raleigh, N.C. South College Street Sept. 9, 11:58 p.m.

Candelario R. Calel, 22, of Huahuatenango, Guatemala Shelton Mill Road Sept. 11, 6:50 a.m. Cristobal Rodriguez, 22, of Mexico Opelika Road Sept. 12, 2:34 a.m. Jeffrey J. Hutchinson, 46, of Opelika East University Drive at Old Mill Road Sept. 12, 6:06 p.m.

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time frame for when the repairs will be made. Some students said they were surprised at the reason for the closed stairwell. “That’s concerning because there’s a lot of traffic there,” said Richard Davis, senior in microbiology and theatre. “I guess the University has to do what it can with the funds it has, but I’m sure there’s got to be something being built somewhere that can be put on the backburner to keep people safe.” Not only is it concerning from a safety perspective, it also causes frustration among students trying to

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Two years ago, Smiths Station only offered two AP classes. The school now has nine AP classes in its regular curriculum, and many more are available through ACCESS. Being able to use ACCESS has been vital to Smiths Station because it enables the school to offer courses to a small number of interested students. When a student wants to take a course, but there is not enough interest to warrant offering it, the student can take the class online. “The students who have complex scheduling issues are able to take the AP classes when they ordinarily might not be able to because they’re not being offered at a time convenient to them,” Nixon said. Two years ago, only about six students took AP

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received any complaints of this nature from residents, she knew the issue had been raised in the past. “I don’t think it’s really unfair in that respect because they do give 12 hours of visitation for the opposite sex,” said Michael Henry, sophomore in mechancial engineering. “I think most students respect it enough that they’ll usually obey it, but I think that there are some cases where it’s impractical to obey it.” According to Megan Miranda, sophomore resident assistant, residence hall rules are in place for the benefit of anyone who enters the hall. “Dorm policies are in place for many reasons, most notably for the protection of all the residents in the hall, the RAs in the hall, anybody who comes into the building,” Miranda said.

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frankly, whatever restrictions we can put legally in place, we do because there are restrictions, or people believe there should be restrictions in courts of law, possibly the city council chamber, schools, and I believe City Hall should be gun-free. I’m not questioning people’s constitutional rights or their right to own weapons or even legally carry them on the street. It’s just a question of, ‘Do they belong in public buildings?’” The amendment to section 13-12, with which some people may still

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tests, Nixon said. “We had about 213 tests offered last year, and we had 44 students have a qualifying score of three or higher,” Nixon said. “We’re hoping now that we’re starting to vertically align our classes and our programs, that number is going to continue to rise.” Riley said the College Board reports that since 2009, the number of students in Alabama taking AP exams has increased 18.1 percent. The increase nationwide has been only 9.5 percent. “These results speak for themselves,” Riley said. Nixon said Smiths Station High School will continue to offer more AP courses based on student demand. “With what the governor and his office is doing for us, we can better prepare our students so when they do get to the AP classes, they’re more successful,” Nixon said.

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get to class. Amy Baker, junior in general science education, said she was wondering why the stairs were closed because it is an inconvenience between classes. “When I had an 8 o’clock class last semester, it was really annoying because it bottlenecks right here, and you are trying to fit people going out and going in at one time, down one staircase,” Baker said. New facilities springing up all over campus, from the new Student Center and Arena to the Village and Shelby Center complex, the Haley Center and all of its problems are being forgotten, leaving it to crumble onto the heads of unsuspecting students.

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Sept. 12, Opelika Road – Theft of property reported. One BlackBerry cell phone. Sept. 12, Greentree Terrace – One Xbox 360, one PlayStation 3,

one Wii. Sept. 12, 1100 Block of Northlake Drive – Burglary and theft reported. One Charter revolver, one handgun cleaning kit, one NetGear wireless router, one Vizio 22-inch TV, one Gateway laptop computer. Sept. 12, 1500 Block of Emily Avenue – Breaking and entering of a vehicle and theft reported. One Bravia 32-inch LCD TV. — Reports provided by Auburn Department of Public Safety

disagree, has been submitted to the City Council, Duggan said. “We believe that the amendment that we’ve recommended to the City Council is legal,” Duggan said. “Now whether or not the City Council ultimately wants to adopt that or do something else–that’s up to them. However, what they ultimately choose we will run by the city attorney and make sure it’s legal.” Duggan said that ultimately, concealed weapons, whether on city property or not, should remain just that–concealed. “If someone has a concealed weapon, we’ll

probably never know—if they properly carry their weapon concealed,” Duggan said. “But if we see it, then it’s no longer concealed, and it’s illegal to have a nonconcealed weapon.” Auburn University also bans all weapons from University property. The University does not fall under the pre-emption law, said Melvin Owens, executive director of the Auburn University department of public safety and security. “The code of Alabama gives the president (of the University) the authority to impose certain restrictions on University property,”

Owens said. Victoria Gulley, president of the newly formed organization Students for Concealed Carry on Campus, said her organization thinks it is unfair and unsafe for the University to prohibit people with concealed carry permits from bringing their handguns to campus. “These are students who are carrying concealed weapons when they go to Walmart, when the go to a movie theater and pretty much everywhere else they go, but they’re not allowed to on campus,” Gulley said.

Students themselves seem to be somewhat apathetic about the rules. “I think in general they respect them, but if there’s something that’s kind of inconvenient or kind of a hassle, they’ll overlook it,” said Anthony Bunger, freshman in pre-electrical engineering. “It’s really inconvenient to sign your friend in that goes into the dorm every single day.” Rob Freeman, freshman in civil engineering, said he believes dorm rules are violated frequently. He said visitation violations were probably the most common incidents. “I think people in past hours is pretty normal,” he said. “I think it’s kind of dumb that people have to be out by 12.” Not all students disagree with the policy, however. “I’ve walked past dorms at 12:30, and there are people screaming, so I can see how that’s a good thing,” Nast said. “Maybe on the weekend it could be

relaxed. If it’s a Friday or a Saturday night, I don’t really see why they have that rule,” he said. Despite student attitudes toward the rule, Kim Trupp, director of Housing and Residence Life, said she had never received a complaint about it. “Those hours have been in place for years,” Trupp said. “They’ve been approved by the Board of Trustees, and we don’t change them unless students want it to be changed.” According to Trupp, the rule has not been revised because students have not asked for this to happen. “The RHA (Residence Hall Association) is the student voice to the housing administration,” Trupp said. “By virtue of living in the dorms, students are automatically members of the RHA. If students want to recommend a modification or change, they do it through the RHA.” Neither Freeman nor

Bunger was familiar with the process. “I’m guessing I would use that if something happened to come up, but I’d never heard of it before,” Freeman said. It is possible the reason policies are not subject to more revision is most students are not aware they have the ability to suggest changes. “I think most of the residents aren’t sure that they have a say in that,” Daughtry said. “Maybe they don’t understand that they could voice their opinion and that things could change.” In the end, Bunger is still uncertain if better advertisement of the RHA would make a difference. “Even if they knew about that, they probably wouldn’t do anything just because people are lazy,” he said. It may be that apathy is just an easier way to cope with the restrictions of residential life.

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WOOFSTOCK Maria Iampietro / ASSOCIATE PHOTO EDITOR

(Left) Rebekah Perry, owner of For Paws Boutique in Auburn, and Heather Kather, Auburn University alumna, wash a dachshund at Woofstock to help raise money for the Lee County Humane Society. (Right) Roosevelt lies in a kiddie pool to cool off from the activities and games of Woofstock.

Peace, love and dog biscuits Alison McFerrin Staff Writer

Who let the dogs out? Last Saturday, Lee County Humane Society hosted its 10th annual “Woofstock,” attracting canines and canine lovers from all over the Auburn/Opelika area. Woofstock took place at Kiesel Park and included food, live entertainment, contests and plenty of good family fun.

About 1,500 people attended the fivehour event. “It is a great program for the whole community,” said Amanda Kaspar, who brought her weimaraner and Pyrenees/ German shepherd mix out for the day. “People without dogs come, so the little kids get to play with dogs, and they have the samples for all the dogs to try out, and it’s good socializing.” Kaspar was just one of many who took

advantage of the new attraction at Woofstock, the Microchip and Rabies Clinic. Stacee Peer, LCHS staff member, said the clinic was an important feature of the event. “If a pet is microchipped, and then they for some reason get out or get picked up by a patrol, if they have a microchip, that’s the fastest way that we can have them returned to their owner, besides a tag with a number on it,” Peer said.

Woofstock is a great fundraiser for the Humane Society. Many vendors at the event paid a $100 vendor fee, while other sponsors donated $500 or $1,000 to support LCHS. “Our biggest goal is just to raise money for the Humane Society,” said Monica Hayes, LCHS staff member. “I think a lot of the money is going to our spay and » Turn to DOGS, A4

Learning takes flight at Forest Ecology Preserve Event teaches people how to garden with butterflies in mind Morgan McKean Writer

Eleven distinct species of butterflies flitted from stem to stem Saturday at the Ecology Preserve’s butterfly garden. The Louise Kreher Forest Ecology Preserve hosted the event “Beautiful Butterflies,” teaching children and adults how to begin and maintain a butterfly garden while allowing them to enjoy the outdoors. Carol Griffin, master gardener and butterfly guru, gave advice to the group. “It doesn’t matter how big of a place you have,” she said. “You can have it in two or three pots.” According to Griffin, butterflies are most attracted to plants with brightly colored flowers and big nectar sources. The plants need to have large leaves that can serve as landing pads for the insects. She also said the plants

should be layered with varying heights and receive full sun. Butterflies flourish in the sun because their body temperature must be between 85 and 100 degrees in order to fly, Griffin said. Many butterflies have dark bodies, so they will heat up quicker. Nick Holler, retired researcher and professor for Auburn’s School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences, and his wife Margaret help maintain the garden at the Ecology Preserve. “It’s been my baby,” Margaret said, adding that she usually works in the garden every other day. Margaret and her team revamped the Ecology Preserve’s garden this year, starting in early spring. Many of the plants started out as seedlings under lights in her house. The team also added pathways and benches. “It’s been labor-intensive,” Margaret said, “but the bulk of the hard work is already done.” Margaret’s main motivation was to create a place for everyone—kids, parents and students—to enjoy. Tyler Kennedy,

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Patrons of the Ecology Preserve admire the orange and blue wingspan of a Pipevine Swallowtail butterfly.

9-year-old Boy Scout and outdoor enthusiast, started a garden last month outside his bedroom, complete with herbs, flowers and a bird feeder. After attending the event, Kennedy said he wanted to start a butterfly garden as well. The Ecology Preserve, a division of Auburn’s School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences, hosts community programs twice a month, said Jennifer Lolley, the preserve’s administrator. Lolley’s goal is to promote a healthier lifestyle by getting more people to

spend time outside. According to its website, the preserve has 15 walker-friendly trails snaking four miles through various habitats, complemented by ponds, waterfalls and streams. In addition to the butterfly garden, an old barn, a turtle habitat and native wildflower viewing areas complete the ensemble. The preserve, located on North College Street, is open seven days a week from sunrise to sunset. Everyone is welcome, and there is no admission fee.

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A Gulf Fritillary butterfly rests on a flower in the Butterfly Garden at the Ecology Preserve Saturday.

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Tana, a white labradoodle, is captivated and poses with her tongue out for the camera at Woofstock Saturday afternoon.

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neuter facility that we’re going to be building.” People who attended the event could help support the Humane Society by purchasing food, entering their pets in the contests or bidding at the silent auction. “Last year we raised over $5,500, and so we’re hoping to get that much and more this year,” Peer said. Delta Zeta sorority had a considerable presence at Woofstock. “It’s our new member philanthropy,” said Grace Glover, freshman in liberal arts. The entire pledge class of the sorority volunteered for the event. Delta Zeta provided volunteers for the event and set up a table advertising another event they will be having to support the Humane Society. “My experience as a volunteer today was very therapeutic because I got to pet a lot of dogs,” said Kate Iampietro, freshman in environmental engineering. “It was really fun.” Dogs, of course, were the main focus of the day. Throughout the park were small plastic pools for dogs to drink from, and many vendors offered free samples of

dog treats and toys. LCHS had set up an adoption booth. Three dogs from the Humane Society were on location, and those interested were able to come by and find out more about them. “The ones that are up for adoption are really well-mannered and are looking for a good home, and they always turn out to be good dogs,” said Jordyn Williams, LCHS staff member. The Humane Society has about 50 to 75 dogs on average at the Lee County location, Williams said. These include dogs and puppies that are up for adoption, as well as stray dogs. “We try to typically have them adopted, or if that’s not working out, then do a foster home within two months,” Peer said. Woofstock also included a children’s area, with inflatables, live music from Spicer’s Garage Band Camp and demonstrations by the AL-TF1 Urban Search and Rescue Canine Team. “I think we’ve had a really good year, and I’m just excited about how it’s all come together,” Peer said. “I hope that we’ve raised a good bit of money for the animals at the shelter.”

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Art Williams has known life from two different ends of the career spectrum: that of a high school football coach and that of CEO of the largest insurance corporation in the world. However, Williams said he was equally happy in both occupations. Williams said while growing up he wanted to emulate his football coach—his father. After graduating from Mississippi State, Williams became head football coach at Kendrick High School in Columbus, Ga. “I never planned to leave coaching,” Williams said. “I started out making $4,600 a year. But I loved the relationships I had with the other coaches and with the players.” Williams began attending Auburn part time while coaching to earn his master’s degree in school administration in the 1960s. Out of personal tragedy came great success and happiness for Williams. After being left with no inheritance and little life insurance when his father passed away of a heart attack in 1963, Williams learned about term insurance. He began to sell term insurance part time, as he believed it could help others avoid the pain and hard times he had experienced. Seeing that selling insurance was more lucrative than his coaching position, Williams began his own company A.L. Williams and Associates in 1977, even though he had no business education nor corporate management experience, according to his website. A.L. Williams quickly became the most successful company of its kind in the world. In 1989, Williams sold his company to Citigroup and retired from the business. These days, Williams, who lives with his wife, Angela, in Palm Beach, Fla., owns Old Edwards Inn and Spa in Highlands, N.C., and does motivational speaking,

although he says he primarily spends time raising his seven grandchildren. He is the author of four books on personal motivation and individual success, including New York Times bestseller, “All You Can Do Is All You Can Do, But All You Can Do Is Enough.” “Art Williams has inspired me in my own business aspirations,” said Alex Helm, 2005 Auburn graduate. “He has taken the time to meet with me personally and give me advice.” Helm has also found success in the insurance industry since his graduation from Auburn. Williams’ time at Auburn was during the age of Pat Sullivan and Terry Beasley. All three years he was in graduate school, Auburn defeated Alabama in the Iron Bowl. His wife also got her master’s in English from Auburn. “Auburn has been great to my family,” Williams said. Williams has a granddaughter who will graduate this year, as well as six other grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren. “We love Auburn,” Williams said. “We come back to visit for football games and other things about a half dozen times a year.” Williams went from making less than $5,000 per year to being on the Forbes list of billionaires. He said the key to his success in both football and the business world was devoting his life to something he loved. “Every day, when I woke up, I had this desire and belief in what I’m doing,” Williams said. He said it was an “incredible, mind-boggling passion.” Williams encourages students not to graduate with a degree in a field where they think they can make a lot of money, but in something they enjoy doing. “The No. 1 thing I tell people is that in order to be successful, you have to be passionate about what you do,” Williams said. “You can always do something that is going to make a lot of money, but if you want to be successful, do something you love.”

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(Top) Participants in the Jean Dean Reading is Fundamental Run to Read 5K line up to begin the race Saturday morning. Will Frye, freshman in clinical psychology, won the race in 17 minutes. (Left) Clifford and Aubie prepare to run with participants of the 5K in Opelika Saturday morning. (Middle) Aubie stretches before the Reading is Fundamental charity race with other participants Saturday morning. (Right) Participants in the charity walk finish their one-and-a-half-mile trek Saturday morning.

Runners help raise reading rates, awareness Proceeds from Jean Dean Reading is Fundamental 5K and charity walk help buy books Tyson McKinna Writer

The great running legend Steve “Pre” Prefontaine once said, “A race is a work of art that people can look at and be affected in as many ways they’re capable of understanding.” The same can be said about books.

Jean Dean Reading is Fundamental, a nonprofit organization dedicated to battling illiteracy, held its third annual Run to Read event Saturday. The event was held at Floral Park in Opelika and attracted almost 300 participants, more than 200 of whom pre-registered before race day. “The first year we had 40 people register, the second year we had about 200 registered, and this year we already have 232 pre-registered,” said Meg Gafford, a volunteer and the daughter and granddaughter of Jean Dean RIF co-founders Cathy Gafford and Joe Dean. It has been their largest and most successful race to date.

Jean Dean RIF is responsible for putting more than 75,000 brand new, ageappropriate books in the hands of at-risk children yearly. Since the project began in 1990, it has provided more than 1 million books to children all over Alabama. “We have people come into their classrooms and read to them,” Meg said. “They get to pick their own book, their name is written in it, and they get to take it home.” Planners of the project work closely with Kiwanis clubs. The project is named in honor of the late wife of Joe Dean, a former Kiwanis club district governor of Alabama.

The Run to Read 5K run and the one-and-ahalf-mile walk are aimed at raising awareness and funds for the RIF project. “We’re going to have a 5K and a 10K next year, and we hope that will attract more serious runners,” said run director Rich Bailey. The event included a 50yard dash and other activities for kids. “We want to keep family-fun events,” Bailey said. “We want to keep it safe.” Music was provided by WEGL 91.1 FM, and special guests included Clifford the Big Red Dog and Auburn University’s own Aubie the Tiger. Licensed sports massage therapist Rebekah

Hall provided massages on site for a donation to Jean Dean RIF. All participants received a gift bag consisting of coupons and a T-shirt. Door prizes were also given, which included gift certificates to several stores such as Best Buy. The grand door prize was a weekend vacation in a North Carolina timeshare. “Everybody that registered here for around $10 is in a drawing for a North Carolina mountain vacation,” said Cathy, director of Jean Dean RIF. The 5K event was won in fewer than 17 minutes by Will Frye, freshman in clinical psychology. Several organizations

volunteered for the event, including the Auburn University chapters of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority, Beta Sigma Phi sorority and IMPACT; The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; Kohl’s; the Opelika High School track team; the Kiwanis clubs of Opelika, Auburn and Greater Auburn; and a number of independent volunteers. Major sponsors included Charter Bank, Opelika-Auburn News, the Independent Pilot’s Association (UPS Pilots) and Kiwanis. To volunteer or donate, please contact Jean Dean RIF at 334-749-5631 or jeandeanrif@bellsouth.net. The RIF building is at 1105 Fitzpatrick Ave.

Teen driving program tries to encourage safe habits Sarah Hansen Writer

Approximately twothirds of teen passenger deaths ages 13 to 19 occur when other teenagers are driving, according to betterteendriving.com, a State Farm Insurance website. Getting a driver’s license is one of the highlights of many people’s teenage years. However, the Alabama Department of Public Health wants to make sure teens understand the risks of operating a vehicle. The Alabama Child Death Review System, an ADPH organization, launched a new teen driving safety campaign in August. “We review every nonmedical child death that occurs in Alabama,” said

Richard Burleson, director of the ACDRS. “The leading preventable cause of death is teen driving.” The launch of the new safety campaign includes a brochure titled “Surviving Teen Driving: A Survival Guide for New Teen Drivers and Their Parents,” an informational website and a public education campaign. The ACDRS campaign’s main focus is educating teens and parents to know the laws and be aware of the facts. “I just want to make parents aware of the risks and teenagers to just be aware,” Burleson said. The recently amended graduated driver’s license law for Alabama states that Stage II drivers who are 16 years or older cannot operate any handheld communication

equipment while driving. It also allows teens to drive before 6 a.m. for hunting and fishing purposes with proper gear and licenses, in addition to the already standing allowance of driving to and from work, school-sponsored events or religious services. More than 50 percent of new drivers depend on their parents to teach them, according to betterteendriving.com. Parental involvement is also one of the ADPH campaign’s main selling points. “The best prevention strategy is something that can’t be mandated,” Burleson said. “The single most effective strategy is having an adult—a parent or concerned adult—spend time behind the wheel with (new drivers).” Burleson also advocates

Other cities in surparent and teen driving contracts in the ACDRS rounding areas offer similar programs, but Auburn campaign. “The contract goes far- has a space issue, he said. “The problem is that it ther than just not drinking,” Burleson said. “It also would require a large parkstates that you won’t en- ing lot with unobstructed lamp poles and other obgage in risky behaviors.” stacles, T h e but findcontract ing a loformalcation izes the agreehas been ments difficult,” parents Duggan and teens said. should A l m a k e t h ough Richard Burleson, with one A u burn director of ACDRS another, d o e s n’ t he said. have a “Teens aren’t bad driv- teen driving course, it does ers—just inexperienced,” help to prevent crashes in Burleson said. other ways. City Manager Charles Along the downtown Duggan said the city has strip and surrounding arconsidered implementing eas of campus, the speed a defensive driving course limit doesn’t exceed for teens. 35 mph. According to

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“ Teens aren’t bad drivers—just inexperienced.”

betterteendriving.com, speed limits of 45 mph or higher are one of the top three predictors for vehicle fatality. Today’s common teen driving scenario includes a cell phone with texting capabilities, CD players, iPods, GPS systems and loud passengers. Keeping the distractions to a minimum would help decrease the risk of driving, Burleson said. “Current data on crashes involving 16-year-old drivers shows that having multiple teenage passengers in the vehicle is twice as likely to cause a fatal crash as alcohol-impaired driving,” according to betterteendriving.com. Teens are almost 10 times more likely to be in a crash their first year behind the wheel than any other age.

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Our View

Auburn not ready for concealed carry campus Guns are the great equalizer. They erase size, speed and strength advantages. They are ideal self-defense devices. Just carrying a gun can make a person feel more prepared, safer. As is often stated by various groups and people, it’s our right as American citizens, under the Second Amendment, to own and bear arms. But how far does that right extend? Should we be allowed to carry weapons on campus? How about in municipal buildings and churches? Bars? Day cares and schools? Where is the line? The University does not allow weapons on campus property, including concealed handguns. Alabama state law does allow concealed carry, but gives university presidents the option to ban weapons on campus property. Which leads to a gray area: Where does campus end and the city begin? If you’re standing at Toomer’s by the tree and you cross the street and stand before the entrance of the Bank Vault, are you now off campus? Or, if a person is carrying a

concealed weapon and they just happen to wander into the campus area for a couple steps, are they subject to the anti-weapon on-campus law? The point is most likely moot, as no one should know you’re carrying a concealed weapon, because, as the name implies, it is concealed. More than likely, a person carrying on campus will not be searched, and no one will ever know he or she brought a weapon onto University grounds. For all we know, classes could be full of students packing heat. The sorority girl sitting two

rows up in Biology 101 class could have a handgun in her purse, and you’d never know. Nor would anyone else, if she kept it properly hidden. Unless, of course, an incident occurred. If, God forbid, a student brought a gun into the classroom and started shooting, she’d theoretically be ready. Students for Concealed Carry on Campus and its president, Victoria Gulley, believe students should be allowed to carry on campus for that very reason. “A firearm is 60 times more likely to be used to save a life

than to take one, and they are very effective means of selfprotection, so not being able to carry one on campus just makes us very vulnerable,” Gully said. ( from “Concealed carry laws create controversy,” A1) Gully also said the Virginia Tech shooting might have been stopped if students were allowed to concealed carry. Although, if students were legally allowed to carry concealed weapons on campus, other issues would arise. If a shooting did occur and students had and were using weapons to combat the shooter,

it would be difficult for police officers and trained professionals to decipher who was shooting whom. Increased weapons would only add to the confusion and perhaps lead to the wrong person being injured or even killed. And even though a person must be properly trained and licensed to concealed carry, that person is still not a professional. Placed in the wrong situation, such as a shooting or any other kind of high stress, violent situation, mistakes would be made. Consider trying to take steady aim while under fire, your classmates shrieking and fleeing madly. Not an easy situation. Would students be and feel safer if guns were allowed on campus, and they knew chances were, their classmates were carrying? Perhaps it’s naïve and unrealistic to say a shooting on the level of Virginia Tech or Columbine wouldn’t or couldn’t happen at Auburn, but allowing guns on campus to try to combat outlier situations, situations which are difficult to predict and hard to prevent, seems like poor logic. Concealed carry on campus wouldn’t necessarily make for a safer student body, just a more paranoid one.

On-campus residents continually shafted Let’s assume for a second you’re an adult when you get to college. A big assumption perhaps, judging by the behavior of assorted students, what with their drinking and their general (though understandable) level of irresponsibility, but valid nonetheless. For the first time, you’re away from parents and their rules. No longer are you a slave to curfew and regulation. You are your own man or woman. You do as you please. Just try and stop you. Just try. That is, of course, unless you live in the dorms. In the dorms, you’re an occasional adult—an adult-in-training. Adults-in-training aren’t allowed to drink alcohol—which makes sense, as most are underage—violate strict noise regulations or have visitors of the opposite sex from midnight to noon. Resident advisors rule over these adults-in-training, dishing out punishment and scorn on those straying from dorm edicts. Well, that’s the idea anyway. In reality, all RAs are not created equal. Some are lenient, others strict. So it goes. The biggest issue facing dorms and RAs is the antiquated

visitation hour regulation. As of now, members of the opposite sex are not allowed in the same room from midnight to noon. This rule was probably instituted back in the early 1900s, when pre-marital sex was a society-wide mythic secret and sex itself rarely discussed. Also popular in the early 1900s: leechings and world wars. Granted, housing officials will trot out safety issues and statistics, saying curfew restrictions protect students and ensure campus safety. Perhaps the curfew does protect some students on occasion. Who knows? It is almost impossible to quantify the relationship between curfew restrictions and the stemming of violence and lewd behavior. But again, are we adults? Or are we simply adults-intraining? An example of a flaw in the rule: Same-sex couples are allowed to inhabit the same room regardless the time. Only members of the opposite sex are forbid from entering from midnight to noon. This discrepancy isn’t fair in the traditional sense. Equality is equality; it goes both ways. Not to say dorms should begin

attempting to typecast homosexual students. “Are you homosexual? No? OK, you can come in.” That is obviously ridiculous and insensitive and could in no way be regulated or enforced. Instead, the University should make the visitation hour regulation optional. Parents who want their children living under curfew could all live in a particular dorm or on a particular floor. Of course, these unlucky souls would no doubt rise up and fight for their equality, but that’s a worthwhile risk and a bridge to cross at a later date. All the rule currently does is encourage those so inclined to stay out later and sleep in different locations. If Jenny lives in the dorms, in which her boyfriend, Willy, is not allowed to visit or spend the night, she might decide to move in with Willy, affectively living off campus to avoid the dorm. Jenny or her family will be paying for on-campus housing and yet she is shacking with her boyfriend in his apartment, annoying his two roommates and wreaking havoc upon the always delicate living situation of multiple males in close proximity. Students might move out for other assorted issues, e.g. roommate problems, space, smell,

excessive afternoon fornication, moldy showers, marathon World of Warcraft sessions, etc. But trying to force them to adhere to a curfew which treats them like grown children cannot help increase the desire to stay. Instead of forcing on-campus students to adhere to a rule instituted who knows when by who knows what type of crazy person, give them a choice. At least give students the illusion of independence.

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Our generation “grows-up” slower than any previous generation. We have no great war. Our primary forms of communication are Facebook and text messaging. After college, many graduates will move home to get “settled” or some such. We have enough problems leaving adolescence behind. Treat us like children and we will behave like children.

The opinions of The Auburn Plainsman staff are restricted to these pages. These unsigned editorials are the majority opinion of the nine-member editorial board and are the official opinion of the newspaper. The opinions expressed in columns and letters represent the views and opinions of their individual authors and do not necessarily reflect the Auburn University student body, faculty, administration or Board of Trustees.

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Thursday, September 16, 2010

On your mark, get set, converse

Rod Guajardo editor@theplainsman.com

There once was a time when people valued and appreciated conversation. Places like coffee shops, lyceums and even barber shops were hotbeds of stimulating conversation. Through new mediums of technology such as Facebook, text message and e-mail, the times of gathering to discuss topics are slowly coming to an end. The thought of carrying on an entire conversation through a text message or Facebook chat seems a bit absurd, no? So why do we do it? Why does the thought of carrying on a conversation through a screen appeal to us so much?

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Or is it that it doesn’t necessarily appeal to us, but rather is more convenient for both parties? Either way, the physical act of engaging in a conversation is dying. There is less temptation to ring an old friend or colleague and meet them for a coffee or beer, when you can just Facebook chat with them. This should not be the case. Alas, it is hard to realize how much an in-depth conversation over coffee matters when you are accustomed to sending a text. If you disagree and are telling yourself, “Uh, hello… I have conversations, like, all the time,” then consider what the topics of said discussions entail. Do you find yourself straying from your average banter of football, alcohol and nightlife? While places like bars and pubs offer a central gathering location for a common class, unless you bring groups of people or at least one friend, it is hard to pick up or start

an intellectual conversation at these locations. This, of course, depends on your definition of intellectual conversation. I am sure, to some, being able to recite the entire starting line of the 2004 Auburn football team would drop jaws. But take that conversation out of the city, state or even the country and what are you left with? I apologize for generalizing you into this category if you don’t fall into it. I call ‘em like I see ‘em. But take into account the words of English philosopher and economist John Stuart Mill: “Men lose their high aspirations as they lose their intellectual tastes, because they have not time or opportunity for indulging them; and they addict themselves to inferior pleasures, not because they deliberately prefer them, but because they are either the only ones to which they have access or the only ones which they are any longer capable of enjoying.”

Does this sound familiar? Have you faltered in the pursuit of intellectual stimulation because you surround yourself with the same conversations, crowds and locations? If so, I implore you to change that. It is better to do these things now and learn to converse with a multitude of personalities. These skills are actually beneficial to you after you leave a small college town where you aren’t surrounded by people with the same interests as you. The time to branch out is now. Indulge yourself in the news and newness of others. Take interest in things outside of your group of friends. Visit new locations and venues that you don’t frequent. Venture out into the world, and take a look around. You will be surprised at what you find. Rod Guajardo is editor of The Auburn Plainsman. You can reach him at 844-9109.

“Probably the best word to describe how I view relish is ‘sinister.’” -Steven Ritz junior in aerospace engineering from ‘Living in Fear,’ C1

Last week’s question:

“Has campus safety improved over the last year?” » Yes: 66 percent » No: 10 percent » No noticeable difference: 24 percent

This week’s question:

“Should Auburn be a concealed carry campus?” » » » »

It’s our right I wouldn’t feel safe I don’t know I don’t care

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Screw haters, being a prick ain’t so bad

Daniel Chesser news@theplainsman.com

Journalism has made me a prick. I was always an asshole, but now I am a prick, a published prick. I am grouchy, critical of others and picky in taste.

I wake up every day finding something to bitch about. Dishes, laundry, school, it’s too sunny or too cloudy. I am never 100 percent satisfied. This leaves me always questioning myself and others. Being a hard-headed male, I bury any form of emotion that would make me feel vulnerable. Otherwise, I am Superman sipping a kryptonite cocktail. If I give off a laid-back vibe, it is my attempt at being nice and means I can tolerate your presence for more than five minutes. Lucky you: you get to listen to me be a needy little prick.

This is me, you know, the guy you see in the picture accompanying this column, and I am aware of the consequences of being this way. I get dirty looks from friends and strangers alike. I used to think I was a nice guy, but really I am no nicer than the next person. I wanted people to like me. Maybe it was because I wasn’t sure I liked myself ? Now that I know what I am and where I stand in this world, I could care less if you like me. I don’t gossip behind your back. I will tell you to your face, so

there is no confusion in how I feel about you. It would seem I have ice water running through my veins, but the truth is, yeah, I get shaken from time to time. I am human as far as I know, with somewhat normal feelings and thoughts. I have found that things get done the way I like with this aggressive approach in journalism, but not in life. I have found my school/professional behavior bleeding over into my personal life and hurting those I love and enjoy having around me. I apologize, but if you can’t tell

the difference between an asshole and a nice guy, then I probably don’t want to talk to you anyway. See, there I go being a prick again. I want to change my ways and build a wall between my personal life and my budding semi-professional career as a journalist. Will I lose my edge as a reporter? Will I get ahead in the job world by being nicer? I don’t know the answer to these questions. I don’t know if I’m promised tomorrow and you don’t either. So be a prick while you can.

Campus buildings in need of major overhaul

Brian Desarro intrigue@theplainsman.com

Dolores Umbridge may have said it best: “Progress for the sake of progress must be discouraged. Let us preserve what must be preserved, perfect what can be perfected and prune practices that ought to be prohibited.” While this may have meant trouble brewing for the students at Hogwarts, it takes on a whole

new meaning when applied to the University. For the four (and a half) years I have been at Auburn, progress has meant a new student center, new Village dorms, a new arena, much-needed soccer and track facilities and the state-of-the-art Shelby Center. I applaud the University for constantly striving to improve Auburn’s campus and image, always pushing for bigger and better facilities to better serve the student body. There comes a point, though, when all this progress is overshadowed by the literally crumbling state of other campus mainstays, like the Haley Center or Beard-Eaves Memorial Coliseum classrooms.

Are we, as a University, expanding so quickly that we can’t even begin to maintain the buildings we use every day? I remember my first college visit to Auburn, walking around with my mom and a few other high schoolers, listening to a student recruiter point out different aspects of campus. As we walked to the Eagles’ Nest at the top of Haley Center, they told us a majority of our classes would be in this building, describing it as the center of activity. What should they say now, when the “center of activity” has chunks of concrete falling? Another mainstay on campus, Beard-Eaves Memorial Colisuem, houses the entire

kinesiology department and is plagued with problems, said John Schissler, employee in the kinesiology department. Pipes burst on a regular basis, shutting down classrooms until they can be fixed. There is mold in many of the offices and lab spaces, some so severe that it has almost compromised research. Structurally, things are just beginning to sag and rust. There are even lab areas that have brand new air conditioning units sitting uninstalled for weeks at a time because no one has come out to increase the power to run the new units. However, Schissler said the repairs have been moving along at a faster pace in recent months, though the problems still dis-

rupt classes regularly. During the summer, a floor panel in the L building cracked because the soil eroded away beneath it, shutting it down for the afternoon. While all of these problems are the result of regular wear and tear, these are major buildings that are used by a majority of students. And with regular tuition increases and required meal plans, why are there no funds to pay for necessary repairs to keep our students safe? Are we, as Umbridge said, making progress for the sake of progress, building beyond our means to make campus look shiny and new, while older buildings are simply being forgotten?

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Professor confused by sudden closure of Coliseum locker room Editor, The Auburn Plainsman On Sept. 13, those of us who use the locker room in the Coliseum were met with a notice on the door that basically stated, ”This locker room will close on

Oct. 1, 2010… get your stuff out by then or we’ll throw it away.” The group of faculty that I’ve been exercising with for the last 25 years all had the same reaction: Why the “top-down edict” without any offer to discuss the

decision and consider options? Shouldn’t the University be supportive of informal physical exercise of faculty, staff and students that promotes fitness, decreases stress and builds camaraderie?

I have greatly benefited by such exercise and find it amazing and disturbing that the powers that be didn’t solicit the opinions of locker room users. How does this fit with the new “Healthy Tiger” Program?

How about some transparency and consideration?

Dr. Bill Deutsch department of fisheries and allied aquacultures

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He is a businessman, store owner and representative of generations of family. In the heart of downtown Opelika lies a complete onestop building supply store, run since 1931 by three generations of Smith T men. Dozier Smith T, Auburn University alumnus and current owner of Winston Smith T Building Supply, said he enjoys the many different hats he wears as head of this local family-owned business. Dozierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grandfather, Winston Smith T, founded the store in 1931. One of his ancestors, John Smith from Tennessee, found it advantageous in the 1800s to add the letter "T" ( for Tennessee) to his name in order to differentiate himself from the multitude of John Smiths. The â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tâ&#x20AC;? stuck, with Dozier still carrying it many generations later. According to Dozier, Winston Smith T saw a need for a supply and hardware store for the Opelika community. He was also one of the first founding members of the Opelika Chamber of Commerce. Dozier said he believes his grandfather made a lasting

impression on the community because of the generational connection that still exists today. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have grandchildren of some of my grandfatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s original customers come in (to the store),â&#x20AC;? he said. A typical day for Dozier Smith T goes like this: open at 7 a.m., wait on customers all day and accounting ( filling out invoices, paying bills and ordering) until late afternoon. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I wear so many different hats,â&#x20AC;? Smith T said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like managing chaos, but that makes it interesting.â&#x20AC;? Smith T said he loves what he does. He said just being able to interact with people day-to-day, providing them with what they need, is satisfying enough. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I like it because Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m pushing a pencil, doing numbers and physically lifting thingsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a wide variety of things (to do) in a small business,â&#x20AC;? he said. He also highlighted the advantages of being a small business owner, including being self-employed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You get to do things your way, and thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gratification,â&#x20AC;? Smith T said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When things go well, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the fruit of your own labor.â&#x20AC;? The aspect Smith T said he enjoys the most about being part of a family-owned business is the special relationships it provides. He and his father worked together in the store at one point and got closer because of it. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The relationship I had with my father was great,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a special relationship.â&#x20AC;? Nowadays, Dozier, who has six children, is the only Smith T running the old-fashioned-looking store. When asked to describe his job in one phrase, Smith T said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Challenging, but gratifying.â&#x20AC;?

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S L E E H W E E C I H T JUST OF From the bricks of Haley Center Concourse to the outer spaces of Residential Overflow, the Auburn Police Department is prepared for any threat Elaine Busby / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR

Brent Godwin Assistant Campus Editor

When you see them gliding down the concourse, fight the urge to think you’ve been sent back to the future. Almost two years ago, the Auburn Police Department added T3 scooters to its arsenal of ways to keep Auburn’s campus safe. Contrary to popular belief, these are not two-wheeled Segways; they are three-wheeled, electric-powered scooters. A company called T3 Motion, which is committed to producing clean energy vehicles, makes the scooters. T3 scooters have zero gas

emissions and operate for fewer than 10 cents per day. “As the campus becomes more pedestrian friendly and streets that used to be thoroughfares are being shut down (such as Roosevelt and Thach), the police began looking for new and innovative ways to get around campus,” said police captain Tom Stofer. “The T3s allow officers to get around quickly and into places that otherwise were only accessible by foot.” T3 scooters are able to go between barricades as well as up and down curbs. Amy Hood, senior, public relations, said she once saw a police officer go off-road on one of

the scooters. “It was really cool to see,” Hood said. “I didn’t know they could do that. I’m glad they have the scooters to help patrol campus.” Josh McDonald, one of the T3 riders, has been a police officer in Auburn for nine years. “The T3s are an effective way to ride around,” McDonald said. “We have officers in cars and on bikes. This is just another means to keep campus safe.” McDonald said the police department is doing a great job of providing more ways of staying safe as campus changes. For example, bikes are good for off-road, while T3s can go inside buildings, up handicapped

ramps and even in elevators. They have a zero turn radius. “It gives us a higher viewing area, more vantage point because we’re up above crowds,” McDonald said. All three T3s and all bikes are used for patrol on game days. “The main advantage is it allows for more one-on-one contact with people,” McDonald said. The maximum speed of T3s is about 12 to 14 miles per hour. T3s have between an eight- and 12-hour battery life. McDonald said he’s never been a part of a scooter chase, but knows other officers have pulled over cars while riding one.

McDonald said all eight bike officers are trained on T3s as well. The scooters are fully equipped with sirens and lights, just like police squad cars. “I think students take us just as serious as any other time, but it’s a different setting,” McDonald said. “I feel like we are more approachable on the scooters. We want students to know that they can walk up and talk to us and ask us questions.” Though they are used in the interest of safety, it doesn’t mean officers don’t enjoy themselves. “They are fun to ride around,” McDonald said. “I like the cool air rushing past when I ride the T3 at night.”

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Artist Kristi Dallen’s “Uncle Walt” exhibit is on display at the Layman Group loft Friday night as part of the “Reveal” event.

Layman Group ‘reveals’ fall lineup Eric Austin Campus Editor

Admirers of the arts crowded into the loft above Behind the Glass on Magnolia Avenue Friday evening for the Layman Group’s season premiere, “Reveal.” “This is the first time I’ve shown my art in a show sense,” said Kristi Dallen, whose exhibit headlined the evening. Titled “Uncle Walt,”

the exhibit featured poetry from Walt Whitman’s “Leaves of Grass” set to illustrated story boards. Attendees walked through the exhibit frame-byframe, like a maze. “This is her first real exhibition piece,” said Vicky Anton, associate art director for the Layman Group, “and it’s huge for her because she is such a great artist, and she needs to be shown to the world.” Dallen’s work was

well-received by attendees, who were impressed by the up-and-coming arts group. “There’s nothing like it in Auburn,” said Pam Evans, who attended the event with her friends to support the group. “A lot of people in the South don’t really take notice of the arts and artistic impression, and I like that the Layman Group is doing that.” The Layman Group

also used the night to pitch its upcoming season, which will feature a play and performances by its dance production company, “Geste.” Attendees perused the art and enjoyed impromptu performances by the group’s founder and executive artistic director, Doc Waller. Waller will be starring in the three-man play » Turn to LAYMAN, B2

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Trying to find a parking spot on game day is as difficult as hearing the snap count on a third down in Jordan-Hare. David George, director of the Tiger Transit system, said he wants students to know there is a better, less stressful way to make it to the stadium and still have enough time to tailgate before the game. “My best advice is to park in one of the alternate lots, and take the transit,” George said. Transit buses start running four hours before the game and finish their routes two hours after the game ends. They also run during the game, although less frequently, George said. The University puts up signs Thursday morning before a home game, so people can find the location of alternate lots. George said the University puts a lot of effort into notifying students about the places they can park on game day.

“We pick up fans in Tiger Town, by Sam’s Club and at the mall,” George said. “We also stop by the fields on Donahue and Lem Morrison, too.” George said the transit system takes fans from these lots to the stadium and runs approximately 55 buses on game days. For the Arkansas State game, the buses carried roughly 18,000 fans to the stadium, George said. “The Athletics Department paid for any tows the students incurred on the first game day,” George said. “It was only for the first game though because we wanted to give people a chance to get acquainted with the system.” George said the University has contracted with Lewis Tow Company for the last two years. The company is not permitted to tow any vehicle unless the University approves, and they are required to have someone from the transit system present when they tow. That way, the » Turn to PARKING, B2

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aptly named â&#x20AC;&#x153;Art,â&#x20AC;? by Yasmina Reza. He will share the stage with Mike Leigh, senior in theatre, and Dusty Mitchell, 2010 theatre graduate. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The play is about different aspects of friendship,â&#x20AC;? Leigh said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I go see a play, I usually get a response from it because I can relate to it. And friendship is something everyone can relate to.â&#x20AC;? Leigh said the three are getting to know each other and building on-stage chemistry that will work to produce an intimate performance for what is hoped to be a large audience. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not much stage direction in the writing,â&#x20AC;? Mitchell said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a blank canvas, and it all comes down to how much you can dig into it.â&#x20AC;? The show will premiere Oct. 28 and run the following two nights. Leading up to the show and beyond, the Layman

Group will continue to work on building community support. As a nonprofit organization, the Layman Groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work cannot be done without strong financial backing from local individuals and businesses. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We hope the business community is going to rally around and support the Layman Group,â&#x20AC;? said Liz Borg, a member of the Auburn Chamber of Commerce and the board of directors for the Layman Group. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When you are in a tough economy, the arts is the first thing that suffers, and it shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be, because they are a critical part of everyday life.â&#x20AC;? One of the messages the group hopes to convey to the Auburn community is the openness of the group. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A lot of arts organizations have that Wizard of Oz thing going on, where you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really see whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going on behind the scenes to get involved,â&#x20AC;? Waller said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We just want to tell people we are here, we are open, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re talking, and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re laughing.â&#x20AC;?

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They then move the vehicle to an on-campus destination, so students can easily retrieve their cars. Fortunately, George said they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to tow many students, and hopes by the second game, people will get the message. For Nick Clifton, senior in management information systems, taking the transit makes getting to the stadium on game day

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much easier than fighting the traffic. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My friends and I park near Lem Morrison, ride the transit, and it stops right at our tailgate,â&#x20AC;? Clifton said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very convenient.â&#x20AC;? Clifton said after the first game, students should know what to do and what not to do when it comes to game day parking. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All the school is doing is

trying to use their resources efficiently and maximize every space,â&#x20AC;? Clifton said. George said he thinks the system works well, even if it might be an inconvenience for students to park so far away from campus. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We ultimately want students to be safe on game day and not have issues with parking,â&#x20AC;? George said.

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Saddle up for 2010 FarmHouse Rodeo Sara Weeks

Nail’s song “Red Light” was nominated this year for single of the year by the Academy of Country Music. “I’m looking forward to, after the rodeo events are over, listening to David Nail,” Bryan said. “It’s fun when the night is going great. It’s just a great time to relax and enjoy the night.” All of the proceeds from ticket and T-shirt sales will be donated to Storybook Farm. Storybook Farm is a nonprofit organization in the Auburn-Opelika area that uses equestrian-assisted activities as a form of therapy for children. Dena Little, founder and executive director of Storybook, began the organization in 2002, and with the help of the community and the University, it has become a free haven for children. “It is basically a place for children who have things in their lives—mental handicaps, physical and mental abuse, autism—to come and learn about the horse and experience life on a farm,” Little said. “And thanks to events such as

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FarmHouse fraternity will host its philanthropic rodeo Sept. 17 in the field beside Good Ol’ Boys restaurant on Sandhill Road, the same location where the Alpha Psi Rodeo is held. Will Bryan, FarmHouse’s rodeo chair, is in charge of planning and coordinating the event. He has coordinated with the city, secured corporate sponsors and worked with an agent to get an entertainer. “It is going to pretty much be the same as last year,” Bryan said. “We’re having rodeo events such as calf roping, bull and bronco riding and a wild horse chase.” Ten to 12 teams are expected to compete in the rodeo this year. The winning team will receive individual belt buckles. Another exciting aspect about the rodeo is the concert following the rodeo activities. Hunter Long will be opening for Nashville country artist David Nail.

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Slay Huff, junior in finance, and Trevor Ramsey, undeclared junior in sciences and math, wrestle a bull to the ground in the 2009 FarmHouse Rodeo.

FarmHouse’s rodeo, which help raise money for us, we have become successful.” A few years ago, a FarmHouse brother became interested in Storybook Farm and got connected with Little. “He believed in the ministry,” Little said. “He wanted to take it to

another level, and that is when they started hosting the rodeo and supporting us.” Since the rodeo began five years ago, more than $40,000 has been raised and donated to Storybook Farm, Little said. Everyone is welcome to attend the rodeo, but Bryan said the event is

primarily geared toward college students. “My favorite part last year, and what I am looking forward to most was the music,” said Grace Miller, sophomore in nutrition. “I am going to try to get there earlier this year, so I can see more of the actual rodeo. I heard it was a lot of fun.”

No alcohol will be sold at the event, but wristbands will be given out at the gate to those 21 and older. Coolers are welcome, but no glass bottles will be permitted. There will also be food for sale. Little is excited about the event, but expressed that her only concern is safety. “Some of the events are crazy and dangerous,” Little said. “I just hope everyone stays safe. Although, I suppose it is in the nature of a college boy to be crazy.” Tickets are $12 ahead of time and $15 at the door. They can be purchased at Niffer’s Place, Locos, on campus or online at www. fhrodeo.com/tickets. The locations for buying tickets on campus are on the Haley Center concourse and at the science center concourse between Lupton and Owen Hall dorms. Times are subject to change, but the tentative schedule is gates will open at 6 p.m., rodeo events will start at 7 p.m., and the opening act will play at 8:30 p.m.

Going Greek leads to higher retention, study says Derek Lacey

independent students. The study looked at first-year retention, persistence to the second -year, fourth-year graduation and sixth-year graduation among greek and independent students, showing higher retention rates for Greek students in all categories. Paul Kittle, director of Greek Life orchestrated the study. “They (students) get into an organization that they feel comfortable with and that anchors them to

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There are benefits to fraternities and sororities beyond new friends and regularly scheduled band parties. A recent collaborative effort between the Office of Greek Life and the Office of Institutional Research and Assessment (OIRA) has shown that members of the Greek community are more likely to stay at Auburn and graduate than

our campus,” Kittle said. Iryna Johnson and Matthew Campbell from OIRA conducted the grunt statistical work for the study, following students’ enrollment rates by persistence of Banner ID numbers from semester to semester. By looking at Banner ID numbers only and recording trends in aggregate, students were not identified by name, protecting their identities. “(The study took) several, several, several hours,”

Campbell said. “I would say several days as a matter of fact. It’s not something that’s easily done because you want it to be right and you want it to be accurate.” Retention rates are a major priority of the higher education industry as a whole, and things are no different for Auburn. “Retention is a major focus—it’s one of the major aspects of the strategic plan of the University,” Campbell said. “In

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a perfect world, I think that you would want every student that came to Auburn to graduate from Auburn, and so we want to do the things that we can to make that possible.” Auburn’s retention rates are a constant focus of OIRA, which assists organizations like Greek Life, the Provost Office and the Division of Student Affairs. “Our retention rates are really good, and they are higher sometimes

than other similar institutions,” Johnson said. “At the same time, we will always look to improve even good retention rates.” The data will be used in a number of ways, including to publicize for the Greek community during Camp War Eagle. “It shows central administration, parents and the community at large that fraternities and sororities play a large role at Auburn beyond what they see as a social outlet,” Kittle said.

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Lecture addresses perceptions of US-France relations Maddy Hall Writer

The Atlanta-based Consul General of France Pascal Le Deunff came to Auburn to give a speech titled, “France: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow.” Le Deunff discussed four missions he has while holding his title. First, he hopes to take care of the French people living in his region, which includes Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. Le Deunff said he estimates there are at least 12,000 French people in that area. “I hope to strengthen economic ties between French and American companies,” Le Deunff said. He said he wants to attract French companies to invest in business in the area and help create more

jobs for local residents. Le Deunff also said he wants to build up University ties between students, teachers and researchers, locally and internationally. Lastly, he simply wants to offer more French culture to the people of the South. Le Deunff said the hardest part of attracting French people to the area is the economy. “This part of the country is not as well known, so the money goes where the tourists are,” Le Deunff said. Le Deunff also spoke about the global challenges the United States, France and other allies are facing today. He emphasized the importance of the countries working together on problems like terrorism, nuclear issues, regional conflicts, climate change and international economic issues.

“I really liked how he showed that we do have united fronts,” said Katie Zoladz, freshman in mechanical engineering. “It was a breath of fresh air to hear about something other than similarities in French and American entertainment.” Although she attended the lecture for her Honors Freshman Exploration class, Zoladz was curious to hear what Le Deunff had to say. “It was a lot more interesting than I anticipated,” Zoladz said. Le Deunff was invited to speak at Auburn by Samia Spencer, who teaches French language and culture classes. Spencer was appointed by the government of France to serve as an honorary consul of France in Alabama. “I am delighted he was able to come because we have not had a consul general here in five years,”

Spencer said. “It is important to let students know what is going on between countries.” Le Deunff doesn’t interact only with college students. Before speaking at the University, the consul general gave a similar speech to students at Auburn High School. “High school students are usually more direct in their questions than the college students,” said Le Deunff. He said earlier at the high school, a student asked him why the French were so arrogant. He didn’t take offense, though, saying part of why he loves meeting people is hearing their opinion on French culture. “What I find interesting is to meet people and find out what their image of France and the French people is,” he said. “I also like to get out of the office as much as I can.”

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Consul General of France, Pascal Le Deunff, spoke at Auburn about his objectives for the French residents of the Southeastern United States.

Unearthed skeletons bring Mexican War back to life Abby Townson Writer

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Skeletons were unearthed on a beach in Mississippi 160 years after the Mexican-American War, which ended in 1848. Students and faculty gathered Saturday afternoon for a lecture on the Mexican-American War cemetery discovered on Greenwood Island in Pascagoula, Miss. The lecture was given by Marie Danforth, professor of anthropology at the University of Southern Mississippi, who led the investigation and excavation of the site. “It’s kind of a forgotten period in American history, and there was a lot happening,” Danforth said. In her lecture, Danforth discussed the end of the war and the subsequent establishment of Camp Jefferson Davis, a military installation in Pascagoula where a large percentage of the soldiers were stationed for regrouping purposes. “The number of soldiers that were returning sick was incredibly high,” Danforth said, “so they needed a facility to take care of them.” Conditions in the camp were deplorable, Danforth said, and more soldiers died from diseases and illness contracted there than died from injuries suffered in battle. Six of these soldiers were discovered at two separate times by anthropologists on Greenwood Island. The first time was in 1979, when locals discovered two coffins unearthed on the beach, Danforth said. In 2008, almost 30 years later, the University was contacted and informed that fishermen had discovered a coffin being washed out on the shoreline at Greenwood Island. Danforth led a team of students on multiple trips to excavate the narrow beach.

In all, her team of students, along with 20 to 30 Pascagoula community members, unearthed four new coffins on the beach. “That was, in some ways, some of the most rewarding part of it,” Danforth said. “Just seeing how the community and the University were able to combine forces and really do something special with it.” After a thorough screening of the remaining area, they determined that there were likely no other coffins. Danielle Cook, a sociology instructor at Auburn, was a graduate student at Southern Miss at the time of the discovery and participated in the excavations. “I think we ended up going out there 12 or 13 times, and I was there for 11,” Cook said. When one of the coffins was discovered and believed to be empty, Cook revealed what was thought to be the bottom of the coffin was actually the top, sunken into the structure. When Cook investigated, skeletal remains were found.

“Seriously, it was like a ‘holy shit’ moment,” Cook said. “It’s better than finding the prize at the bottom of a Cracker Jack box.” Danforth said the remains are significant not only as pieces of history, but as the first discovery of their kind. “As far as we can tell, these were the first remains that we’re aware of that have had any sort of an archaeological or anthropological study that was done on remains from the Mexican War,” Danforth said. Kenyetta Bryant, senior in anthropology, has been on excavation sites before, but made no bones about her interest in Danforth’s findings. “It was very interesting to see the damages that were caused to the bones and the conditions that they were found in,” Bryant said. For Cook, the discovery represents a clearer picture of history. “Any archaeological discovery, it really gives us insight into what people were doing,” Cook said. “It’s like, you have been imparted with knowledge that nobody else has.”

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Focus of sustainability for landscape architecture J.P. Kelsey Staff Writer

The arboretum on campus is more than just a beautiful place to relax between classes—it also serves as a learning lab of sorts for students of landscape architecture. The graduate landscape architecture course “Sustainable Practices for Planning, Development and Design” is a hands-on class that includes three projects during the semester. These projects will involve developing land areas in Auburn. “We have done a lot of work in the arboretum along with our building science program,” said Charlene LeBleu, associate professor in the College of Architecture, Design and Construction. “Last year, we had a grant to work at the Boykin Community Center in northwest Auburn, designing cistern and rain garden systems to mitigate storm water runoff.” LeBleu will be instructing this semester’s course. The 13-acre arboretum, located just off College

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The Land Ethics and Environmental Responsibility class looks over plans for the Donald E. David Arboretum.

Street, houses more than 200 species of plants, shrubs and vines. Further development of the arboretum will be the first project students undertake. They will be installing a bog that will help facilitate the introduction of a carnivorous “pitcher plant” into the already dense

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vegetation of the arboretum. The plants need such a water formation to thrive and populate. The main objective of the project, however, is to provide these renovations and improvements with sustainability in mind. “Part of our bog project is to look at water systems

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and waterways and efficiently incorporate them into our projects,” said Browning Headden, graduate student in landscape architecture. “We’re using the bog water in way that we’re recirculating it in some parts while reducing runoff into other areas.” This will create sustainability by recycling water

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into other areas of the land and not use any city water. Another local project the class will be performing is stream restoration. “There is a stream out at the ag. market that has been doing some damage to the surrounding land,” said Rodney Benton, graduate student in landscape architecture.

Stream flow can have long-lasting effects. “The stream is straight, and it’s gouging the sides,” said Justin Pasley, graduate student in landscape architecture. “Streams aren’t naturally straight, so we are going to go in and restore the stream to its natural state by adding lines and natural bends.” Altering the flow of the river benefits the surrounding land. “Adding the lines and bends basically stops the stream from deteriorating the land around it, making it a little more stable,” said Domini Cunningham, graduate student in landscape architecture. The final project for the class is still in development, but will involve students working with the Lee County Historical Society. This project will allow students to be more proactive in the development and design of the project. Even though it is early in the semester and there is a lot of planning left to do, the students said they are looking forward to being a part of these exciting projects.

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From creepy crawlies to slithering serpents, high-dive dangers and pointy pricks, students suffer from a range of irrational phobias Alison McFerrin Staff Writer

If you’ve ever run a w a y s c re a m i n g from a “spider” that turned out to be a piece of lint, then you probably know what it’s like to have a phobia. “Phobias are an irrational overreaction to things that might not actually be threatening in the moment,” said Chris Correia, professor of psychology who has a doctorate in clinical psychology. “It often leads to avoidance, and because of that, it can lead to impairment.” People are afraid of all kinds of things, and fear can an be healthy, Correia said. d. “You ou can think of fear as our own natural and usually adaptive response to the environment,” Correia said. Fear causes us to react appropriately when we e n -

counter a danger. People who middle school. have phobias, however, experiAs large tubs of condiments ence the same reactions when were being organized for the no danger is present. school’s upcoming fall carnival, Phobias are a tub of relish got one thing Jenna out of control. Silverman, coun“The lid spins selor at the AU off, and the relish People do need Medical Clinic flies all over me,” to be respectful of other who has a docRitz said. “It just torate in clinical people’s fears. There are got everywhere, psychology, tries reasons that people have and it seemed to to help people to them, and you might not stay everywhere.” understand why, but that This experience overcome. “Oftentimes, doesn’t mean they don’t sparked the bepeople that are exist.” ginning of Ritz’s suffering from phobia. phobias often Having a trauSteven Ritz recognize that junior, aerospace engineering matic experience it’s very irratiois a common nal, but still feel cause of phobias, helpless lpless over the as well as avoidanxiety,” Silverman said. ance of certain situations. Silverman said the most com“Avoidance in the short term mon phobias that students will reduce the fear, but avoidare ance also reinforces, in a sense, come in for help with wi public the idea that you should conspeak- tinue to avoid whatever it is that ing and you fear,” Correia said. “That’s flying. what kind of helps maintain the Au- phobia.” But some A have burn students hav Avoidance is what Courtney more uncommon fears. fear Smith practices when faced with “I am afraid of relish,” said more than two flights of stairs. junior in aerospace Steven Ritz, ju Courtney, senior in journalengineering. “Probably the best ism, has had two bad experiencenginee word to describe how I view rel- es falling down stairs, spraining w ish is ‘sinister.’” her ankle both times. Ritz’s fear of relish originates “If I have to walk down like with an experience he had in three flights of stairs, I’ll more

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than likely try to take the elevator,” Courtney said. However, she tries not to let the phobia be a hindrance, at least when it’s only a couple flights of stairs. “I can’t just take the elevator downstairs all the time,” Courtney said. “I go down really slowly with my hand grasped on the eople who walk behind rail, so people me end up having to pass me because I go really, really, really slow.” er 8, “Psychopathology Chapter hood,” by Douglas S. in Adulthood, Mennin, Richard G. Heimd Craig S. Holt, berg and Diagnostic in the “Diagnostic tistical and Statistical Manual of Mental D i sor d e r s ,” 4th ed. (DSMI V ) might classify h bi as a situit Smith’s phobia ational type. The DSM-IV recognizes four other categories of “specific” phobias, which are animal type, natural environment type, blood-injection-injury type and other type. “The more specific phobias tend to be if there is a certain situation—for example,

claustrophobia, or if you have hydrophobia, fear of water,” Silverman said. Additional phobias include social phobia, comprising things like public speaking and group interactions, and agoraphobia, a fear of being alone in public places that is often tied to panic disorder. Ashley Mund Mundy, junior in English, said she has had a fear of ssnakes all her life, w which was intensified during the t years h her family sspent in Ja Japan. “ M y mother decided t h a t s h e wanted to do want whatever the whate Japanese were Japanes doing because beca they were all standing stan in a line,” M li Mundy d said. id “We got to the front of the line, and there was an albino python that people were wrapping themselves up with to take pictures.” Mundy said her fear originated when her family lived in California. Wrapping up with the giant » Turn to FEAR, C2

Free newspapers revamped New bins around campus refresh interest in USA TODAY’s Collegiate Readership Program Katie Brown Writer

New, more efficient bins in high-traffic areas hope to increase the use of the free newspapers offered as part of the USA TODAY Collegiate Readership Program. Auburn currently has six bins located near the Student Center, offering free daily issues of USA TODAY and the Birmingham News with a quick swipe of a TigerCard, and two bins in Tichenor Hall that do not require a TigerCard. “We just felt that this was a worthwhile cause to pursue,” said Kirby Turnage, assistant vice president of

auxiliary services. with the old bins was that After noticing a low us- some would not open. age rate, Turnage said last The bins were batterysemester was spent ana- powered, and the batterlyzing how and why stu- ies would die. By replacing dents use those bins the service with new in hopes of ones that I would improving plug into it. expect to see it more an outlet, “We are Tu r n a ge highly utilized this going to hopes this problem move the fall.” will be bins inside solved. to more Kirby Turnage “We just h i g h ly assistant vice president got brand traffic arof auxiliary services new boxes eas,” Turthat were nage said. “I would expect to see it delivered this week,” Turmore highly utilized this nage said. “We are actually moving to a power source.” fall.” One major complaint Auburn has been part of

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the USA TODAY Collegiate Readership Program for more than 10 years. The CRP, created in 1997, teams up with local newspapers to bring free papers to more than 500 college campuses across the country. “The goal of The Collegiate Readership Program is to enhance the learning environment on campus by exposing students to the news in their living, working and community spaces,” according to the CRP website. SGA, which donates $20,000 annually to the cause, the Department » Turn to NEWSPAPER, C2

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Hayden Slaughter, junior in social work, uses her TigerCard to obtain a free issue of USA TODAY.

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of Communications and Journalism and auxiliary services work together in order to bring the newspapers to campus. In order to provide students with free papers, the CRP offers a special low rate to universities for their participation. “What’s cool about the contract is that we only pay for the papers consumed,” Turnage said. “USA TODAY may put in 100 papers, but if only 25 are used, then we only pay for 25.” While the papers are aimed to encourage students to keep up with current events, the majority of students aren’t taking advantage of the program. “I’m always in Lowder, so I rarely make it to the Student Center,” said Rebecca Wren, senior in accounting. “I may read the papers if they were more available to me.” While students may not utilize the swipe-card boxes in the Student Center, students in Tichenor Hall are able to get free newspapers from two open bins that do not require TigerCards. “A lot of times for class, we are required to bring in articles or newspapers, so it’s helpful having free newspapers on campus,” said Aubrie Davis, senior in journalism. With copies of USA TODAY and the Birmingham News available daily and The Auburn Plainsman coming out every Thursday, perhaps students will become more proactive in taking advantage of their free source of information, even if it means taking a longer walk to the Student Center.

python only confirmed her fears. “It just re-emphasized everything that I had ever thought about snakes,” Mundy said. “And then they tried to take it off, and it didn’t want to let go of me, so it started squeezing, and I just wasn’t OK with that. So now, it doesn’t matter how big they are or how small they are, the only good snake that I have ever seen in my entire life is a dead one.” The process of developing a phobic reaction

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depends the severity of the event, the way the event is handled and even the biology of the person on involved. “It may be that somee people are g e n e t i c a l ly predisposed to be more sensitive to difficult or fearful or traumatic life events,” Correia said. “It may be h that the parts of the brain that are responsible for responding to fearful events, the parts

of the brain that remember those fearful events, might be over or under active.” Those parts of the b brain are the hippocampu pus, which is responsible for memory, and the amygdala, which is responsible for the hormones that trigger “fight-or-flight” response, Correia said. Ophidiophobia, the fear of snakes, may seem rational, even to people who don’t have the phobia. Other fears, however, may seem illogical to

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If you could be anyone for one day, who would you be? Clint Eastwood, because he is a badass.

How do you prepare for a test? Read over my notes. I love my major, so it doesn’t take much.

What did you think you were going to become when you grew up? A professional athlete

What is your favorite UPC event? Tiger Nights What is your favorite Auburn tradition? “War Eagle.” Seriously, when I was at an airport in Oregon, people had on Auburn T-shirts, and they were hollering out “War Eagle.” What would be your last meal? French fries—that is my favorite meal.

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Six bands duke it out at UPC’s Battle of the Bands for top honor, cash prize

Chelsea Pound Assistant Intrigue Editor

Get your air guitar ready, because 2010’s Battle of the Bands is finally here. Student-led bands will face off for bragging rights and first prize in UPC’s Battle of the Bands Friday at 7 p.m. on Cater Lawn. The first place band will win $400, second place $300 and third place $200. To take home a prize, the bands must impress the panel of judges, including SGA president Kurt Sasser, Miss Auburn University Rebecca Hart and Auburn Idol runnerup Shannon Henderson. “It has been my experience that students at Auburn are among the most

talented in the country,” said Ainsley Carry, vice president of Division of Student Affairs. “I look forward to seeing the performances on Friday. It will be a great atmosphere on campus with the pep rally, College GameDay and Battle of the Bands.” The bands will be judged on originality, vocals, stage presence, musicianship and overall impression. UPC Special Projects Director Matthew Ciuros along with assistant directors Kaitie Gallahue and Erica Martin were responsible for choosing which bands would compete. “All the demos were extremely good, which made our decision process difficult,” Ciuros said. “We

narrowed the 14 bands Battle of the Bands. “We’re just so blessed to down to six based on their have the opportunity to demo and application.” The final lineup consists compete this year again,” of Therapy, Blame Syd- Miller said. “If we placed this year in ney!, Brothe comkenRail, petition, Planet it would Swim, Just It has been mean our M a r k e d my experience that work and The students at Auburn are hard and dediBandaramong the most talcation to Log. each other N i k i t a ented in the country.” and as Miller, Ainsley Carry, a band lead singvice president, would pay er of last Division of Student Affairs off. We year’s winare lookning band Therapy, is looking for- ing forward to debuting ward to competing again our brand new songs we this year. wrote, especially for the This will be the last time Battle of the Bands commost members of Thera- petition.” py will get to perform in Bands must have at least

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one Auburn student to compete. Each is allowed 25 minutes on stage. This includes setup time, sound check and performance. If a band exceeds the allotted time, points will be deducted from its final score. Each band will play three songs: two original pieces that will be scored by the judges, and one cover or original song for sound check purposes that will not be scored. “I love the variety of bands we chose to compete this year,” Martin said. “It will really be a show to entertain everyone who attends.” Free food from Papa Johns Pizza, Nathan’s Famous and Chick-fil-A will

be served at the event. “We have invested in a lot of high-tech staging, sounds and lights which should amplify the outdoor concert atmosphere,” said Ciuros. “This event should be a lot of fun.” Though the effects will be impressive, Gallahue focused on the bands: “I really hope that the Auburn students appreciate all the talent we have on campus. These bands have worked so hard to participate in this event and UPC has worked so hard to put on this event for the students,” she said. “I hope everyone is ready to have a good time and in the end leave the event excited for next years competition.”

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Monday, Sept. 20 “Hawaii Five-0” CBS “The Event” NBC “Chase” NBC

Tuesday, Sept. 21 “Running Wilde” FOX Tuesday, Sept. 28 “No Ordinary Family” ABC

SkyBar Café - Francisco Vidal Supper Club - Scott Lindsey The Independent - American Aquarium

Wednesday, Sept. 22 “Better With You” ABC “The Whole Truth” ABC “Undercovers” NBC Thursday, Sept. 23 “$#!t My Dad Says” CBS “Outsourced” NBC Friday, Sept. 24 “Body of Proof ” ABC “Blue Bloods” CBS

Friday SkyBar Café - Odie/Wes Loper Band Supper Club - Reckless/Jason McMillan & Friends The Independent - Blain Duncan and The Lookers/ The Motions/Callooh! Callay!

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A day in the life of Ben Brown Being raised on a farm had a lifelong impact on Ben Brown, farm worker at the Auburn University Horse Center. Brown, who owns two horses, has worked at the facility for eight years. “I like animals,” Brown said, “and I just enjoy being outside.” Brown’s duties vary daily, but include feeding horses, cleaning the barn and cutting grass. His tasks for each day are written on a dry-erase board. “When we get done taking care of the horses, we just start on that list,” Brown said. Brown worked at the Auburn Swine Unit for 15 years, until a building remodel temporarily placed him at the Horse Center. “I had to come work over here, and I liked the horses, so I just stayed,” Brown said. The 60-acre Horse Center is home to the Auburn equestrian team. “I try to help the team out,” Brown said. “If they have something they need done, I’ll do it.” Brown said he has a good relationship with the horses. “One or two of them are hard-headed, and I don’t like to deal with them much,” Brown said, “but most of them I get along with.” Hercules and Lily are his favorite horses, while J.D. falls into the hardheaded category, according to Brown. One task Brown finds difficult is hooking up the drag, a piece of machinery that creates a level surface in the arena. “It takes about three people to hook that thing up,” Brown said. “It’s hard, but we’ve got to do it.”

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Ben Brown, farm worker at the Horse Center, walks Boomer Monday afternoon.

Typical day at the Horse Center 7 a.m. — Arrive at work 7:15 a.m. — Feed and water the horses and check them for any wounds 8:30 a.m. — Clean the barn and sweep the floors 10 a.m. — Cut grass and pick up trash around the facility 1 p.m. — Treat any sick horses 2 p.m. — Clean the stalls 3 p.m. — Complete tasks listed on board 4 p.m. — Go home

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Microwavable Munchies

Lemon Basil Fish Ingredients: 1 (4 oz.) fillet of white fish (I used a completely frozen 1/2-inch thick tilapia fillet, but it can be thawed.) zest and juice of 1.5 lemons 2 fresh basil leaves 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper Directions: In a microwave-safe dish (with lid), place frozen fish flat on the bottom. Zest and squeeze the lemon over the top of the fillet. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place basil leaves on top of the fish. Drizzle the olive oil around the fish, making sure some is underneath the fillet to create steam. Place in microwave with the lid securely on top. Cook for five minutes. (Increase time to six minutes if the fillet is thick. Decrease time to three and a half minutes if fillet is thawed.) Don’t overcook. If the fish flakes with a fork, it is overcooked and will be too dry. Serve with juices drizzled over and fresh-chopped basil leaves and top.

Dorm S’mores Ingredients: 2 graham cracker sheets, broken in half 2 teaspoons chocolate-hazelnut spread (Recommended: Nutella) 2 teaspoons marshmallow fluff

Directions: In a heat-proof bowl, place chocolate-hazelnut spread and marshmallow fluff, separately. Microwave on high for 15 seconds, or until warm. Spread half of the chocolate hazelnut spread onto one half of a graham cracker. Spread half of the marshmallow fluff on another graham cracker half. Put the two halves together, like a sandwich. Repeat this step with the other graham cracker.

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Vegetable Burrito Ingredients: 1/3 cup rice, cooked (Recommended: Uncle Ben’s Ready Rice) 1/4 cup green or red bell pepper, sliced 1/4 cup onion, sliced salt and pepper, to taste 1/4 cup black beans 1 large flour tortilla 2 tablespoons Cheddar cheese, shredded 1 tablespoon sour cream Directions: Cook the rice in the microwave, according to the directions on the package. In a heat-proof bowl, combine the sliced bell pepper, onion, salt and pepper. Microwave on high for four minutes. After three minutes, add the black beans, stir and return to microwave for an additional minute. Lay the tortilla on a flat surface. On the bottom half of the tortilla, add the rice, vegetables, beans and cheese. Tightly fold the sides in, and then roll the tortilla up. Microwave for 30 seconds, or until cheese is melted. Garnish with sour cream. Written by Kerry Fannon / WRITER

Writing conference unites professionals and students Ashley Smith Writer

Auburn will host its first writing conference Oct. 8 and 9. The theme of the event is “The Child on the Page,” and will center around literature for and about children. The conference, which creators hope will become an annual event for the University, will have a different theme each year. This year’s theme was pioneered by Chantel Acevedo, professor in Auburn’s English department. Acevedo, a former middle school teacher, thought a conference centered around young adult literature was needed

because few exist. “Those of us who love to read and write discovered the page as kids. We think that’s something worth celebrating. We’re launching this conference with a theme that echoes most of our personal journeys with the written word,” according to her blog. The conference includes workshops and lectures by writers from across the nation. Professionals in poetry, illustration, young adult literature and even a writing agent from New York City, who specializes in query letters and manuscript submissions, will be speaking. Students can expect to be involved in small-group

workshops, panel discus- conference is causing exsions and readings. citement around campus. Three Auburn University “I’ve heard a couple of professors will be leading people in my classes menworkshops. tion that they wanted to K e y go,” she said. n o t e “I think it speaker could be reWe hope that ally interestJulianna B a g g o t t students will take ing and fun. is a critiI’m definiteadvantage of having cally acly thinking c l a i m e d such world-class auabout signauthor of thors here in Auburn.” ing up to at16 novels tend.” and is coMaiben Chantel Acevedo, author of Beard, one English professor “Which of the conBrings f e r e n c e’s Me To You,” which may creators, said she is conbe made into a movie this fident the writing conferyear. ence will bring together Jill Sutton, senior in writers from across the English language arts ed- state. ucation, said the writing She also said many

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writers would be interested in the workshops and lectures—not just those interested in children’s literature. “We hope that students will take advantage of having such world-class authors here in Auburn,” Beard said. “The skills they will come away with will not only help them in their creative writing, but in the classroom as well.” The event provides an opportunity for creative souls and art enthusiasts to improve their writing as well as meet and interact with professionals. Students of any major are encouraged to participate, regardless of skill level. The workshops are

first-come, first-serve. Each participant chooses two workshops a day to attend, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. The price for nonstudents is $150 for both days, $110 for just Friday (includes a lunch and dinner) and $55 for just Saturday. Auburn students can reserve their spots for a discounted price: $25 Friday and/or Saturday. This cost includes a dinner at Ariccia at the Auburn University Hotel and Conference Center. Visit the College of Liberal Arts page at www. auburnwritersconference. org to reserve your spot online or receive directions on mailing in your registration form.

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Thursday, September 16, 2010 Stock your pantry with water. Ready America proposes storing one gallon of water per person for the amount of days needed. A minimum of three days is recommended, but more may be needed depending on the climate. Stockpile canned foods. Supply your pantry with at least three days worth of nonperishable foods. Ready America recommends picking foods that require little preparation or cooking, and avoiding foods high in sodium because they make you thirsty. Find a safe place. When emergency strikes, having a pre-planned shelter can mean life or death, especially when you only have a moment’s notice. Find a place that is easy to get to and remember. Buy extra batteries. Having extra batteries on hand can be important, especially if the electricity goes out for an extended period of time. Try to keep a least one spare set for all your battery-powered devices.

Program an “In Case of Emergency” contact in your cell phone. If you are in an accident, having an ICE allows police or emergency personnel to contact someone close to you who can come to your aid. Make sure your friend or family member knows they are your emergency contact.

Invest in a first-aid kit. When in an emergency situation, someone could get hurt and access to medical attention might be limited. The best way to prepare yourself against minor injuries is to invest in a first-aid kit. Ready America advises first-aid kits to store sterile gloves, adhesive bandages, cleansing agents and other common medical supplies.

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Cups of Creativity Writing contest connects common book “Three Cups of Tea” with inspiration Nicole Singleton Writer

During the next few months, the Office of University Writing is accepting entries for its first Common Book Writing Contest. Originally created for only freshmen, the Common Book Writing Contest is open to all undergraduates wanting to write a text inspired by Mortenson’s book. Constance Relihan, senior associate dean of academic affairs, said one of the things she is interested in is getting freshmen

involved in the common book program, but also engaging other classes as well. “If we are going to have an intellectual conversation, everyone should know about it,” Relihan said. Participants are encouraged to format their pieces in any style they wish, from creative writing, like poetry or short story, to something more research based. “No length limit, no restrictions, no citing,” said Margaret Marshall, director of the University Writing Program. “It’s

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completely open-ended.” For students wanting to gain inspiration from the author in person, Greg Mortenson will be speaking Oct. 26 at 7 p.m at the Auburn Arena. “He really wants to connect with people,” Marshall said. The deadline for all entries is March 21, 2011. The top three finalists will receive University Bookstore gift cards ranging from $50 to $250. Other prizes include shadowing the president, provost or athletic director,followed by a dinner with all the winners.

cies require you to leave your residence and seek shelter elsewhere. When this happens, having a spare set of clothes can make transitioning from home to shelter easier.

Purchase a battery-powered or handcrank radio. Keeping a radio with you can be essential if you have lost contact with the outside world. It could be your only access to news updates and weather alerts. Keep a flashlight on hand. Find a common place to keep it. If the power goes out, everyone should know where to find it. Find a hand-crank flashlight if possible, ensuring you will never be left in the dark. Stay calm. When emergencies arise, the worst thing that you can do is panic. Remember to always remain calm.

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A Fairley obvious choice Junior defensive lineman Nick Fairley named SEC defensive Player of the Week Crystal Cole Sports Editor

Auburn’s Nick Fairley came out fighting last Thursday night. The 6-foot-5, 298-pound defensive lineman racked up five tackles, one-and-a-half sacks, intercepted a pass and recovered a fumble. He became the first player to get an interception and fumble recovery in the same game since Sen’Derrick Marks against New Mexico State in 2007. His efforts helped hold Mississippi State to 246 yards of total offense. Fairley is now tied for the team lead in both tackles for loss ( four) and quarterback

sacks (three). He is currently tied for second in the SEC in sacks and tied for third in tackles for loss. The honor marks the second time in as many weeks an Auburn player has been recognized as SEC Player of the Week, after quarterback Cameron Newton was named the SEC Offensive Player of the Week following Auburn’s season-opening victory over Arkansas State. The Mobile, Ala., native appeared in 13 games last season and started in two. Fairley recorded 28 tackles, with three-and-a-half tackles for loss, and made his first career sack against Georgia Nov. 14, 2009.

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Auburn’s Nick Fairley sacks Mississippi State quarterback Chris Relf in the second half Thursday, Sept. 9, 2010 in Starkville, Miss.

Ziemba brings senior leadership to young team Nicole Loggins Writer

Senior linebacker Lee Ziemba is jumping off the line and into a successful senior season. “You work all year, every day of the year, and you get 12 opportunities to win a ball game, and you win one of those, it’s huge,” Ziemba said. “Everything revolves around what you came here to do and to win a ball game is just—you can’t describe it. It’s that amazing.” After a sidelining injury last Thursday night against Mississippi State, there has been speculation about the senior offensive lineman’s playing status. “I had a little injury Thursday night,” Ziemba said. “I can’t tell you how many students came up to me and made sure I was alright just walking around campus. It meant so much to me.” Ziemba practiced at full-speed Tuesday and said his knee is fine. He said he has high hopes for the team this year. Starting every game since 2007, Ziemba has almost broken Will Herring’s school record for most career starts. But to Ziemba, starting a game isn’t as important as finishing it. Ziemba says he has had

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Ziemba protects the pocket against LSU Oct. 24, 2009 in Baton Rouge. LSU won 31-10.

to adjust to Cam Newton’s scrambling and rushing abilities with a different kind of blocking. “When you have Cam back there, you need to make sure you stay on your man longer because you never know where Cam is going to be,” Ziemba said. During Ziemba’s career, he has had experience with multiple coaching staffs and been on three different offenses. “From the first year

into that second year, we totally changed what we were doing up front,” Ziemba said. “Then, of course, from that year to Coach Malzahn—when he came, it’s totally different there too. It’s taken time, but it’s almost like changing was the norm.” Ziemba said the 2009 season has been his most memorable. “I still think last year’s football season was the pinnacle,” Ziemba said. “This year could be

better—the jury’s out for that. But right now, it was last year’s football season. It was just a blast.” Despite the thousands of fans, Ziemba said he focuses on doing his job to the best of his abilities every Saturday. “First of all, I try to read the guy I’m blocking,” Ziemba said. “‘Is he tight on me? Is he wide on me? Is there a guy standing outside of him?’ If I see all those things, it makes my job a little bit more clear.

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From there I look at the secondary. If the safeties are rolled to my side and tight on that cornerback, and we’re into the boundary, then I know that that corner has a possibility to come. So there is a lot of things to be looking at out there.” According to Ziemba, the older he gets, the more he ends up studying at home. However, he said he makes it a point to make time for younger players off the field. “We try and do as much as we can for the young guys,” Ziemba said. “They’re full of energy and full of life. It’s fun to be around them.” Senior linebacker Josh Bynes said he has noticed a change in Ziemba this season. “He’s getting a little more vocal than he usually is,” Bynes said. “Sometimes he’ll step out there and say some things, especially on Fridays when we have our team get-togethers before devotion. We see, as a team, that he’s growing as a leader on this team, and I’m looking forward to him keeping that going.” Post-Auburn, the NFL hopeful plans on training and ultimately getting drafted. “It’s been my dream since I was a little kid,” Ziemba said.

The Auburn Tigers return to the Plains this weekend after a wellfought SEC battle in Starkville. After putting up great offensive numbers against Arkansas State, many had doubts about the defense. Many wondered how the Tigers would go into a hostile environment and stop a Bulldogs offense that put up more than 500 yards in its opening game. Going into Starkville, the crowd was loud, the offense struggled, but the defense stepped up and helped secure a 17-14 win. The fact that the offense struggled didn’t bother me so much. We all know that the offense is capable of putting up monstrous numbers. The Tiger offense has put up 500 yards of offense in five of Gus Malzahn’s first 15 games of being coordinator, after not reaching that mark for at least 40 games prior to his arrival. It was the defense that had me worried. Sure, I realized last year’s defense consisted of only several starters, some pieces of duct tape, sticks and stones, but giving up 26 points to Arkansas State didn’t seem too convincing either. On the defensive side of the ball, junior tackle Nick Fairley had the game of his career. The 6-foot-5 lineman accounted for five tackles, one-and-a-half quarterback sacks, one interception, a recovered fumble and three quarterback hurries. This marks the second week in a row that an Auburn player earned SEC Player of the Week honors, after Newton ran off with the honors last week. The Tigers now have to turn around and prepare for non-conference rivals, Clemson. The Clemson Tigers » Turn to LINDEN, D2

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are off to a 2-0 start for the first time since 2007 and are led by sophomore quarterback Kyle Parker. Parker, who is already tied for sixth on Clemson’s all-time passing TDs list with 24, gave up the NFL to come back and lead the Tigers to another possible ACC title game appearance. Clemson ranks fifth nationally, with eight quarterback sacks, three coming from junior defensive end Andre Branch. The keys for Auburn will be to control the line of scrimmage and try to win the field position battle on special teams. This is easier said than done because Clemson has an outstanding punter in junior Dawson Zimmerman, who leads the nation in punting average with 49.8 yards per kick. Also, for the sixth time overall and first time since the 2008 LSU game, College GameDay will visit Auburn. The Tigers have a 5-5 record during GameDay contests and a 3-2 record at home. Other Gameday visits to Auburn include the 1995 Iron Bowl, the 1997 Florida game, the 2004 Georgia game, and the 2006 Florida game. The show airs live Saturdays from 9-11 a.m. on ESPN and will be set up on the east side of JordanHare stadium. Fans are encouraged to wear blue for a “Blue Out” because Clemson’s colors include orange as well.

Baseball team prepares for upcoming season Nick Van Der Linden Assistant Sports Editor

Following a top 25 finish to the baseball season, the Auburn Tigers are preparing for next year, hoping to build on their success. “Coach Pawlowski has brought that whole winning mentality back,” said senior pitcher Sean Ray. “Every time we go out there we expect to win, which has affected the way we practice and our confidence level has gone up.” The Tigers have been doing intra-squad practices, looking to get as many young guys incorporated as possible. “We have a lot of older guys in the field so the young guys will be able to learn from them,” Ray said. “They might not contribute as much this year, but I think next year and in the future we’re in good shape.” The Tigers look to replace 11 players who were drafted in the 2010 Major League Baseball draft. The 11 players set a

record for the most Auburn players drafted in a single season and tied for the most nationally last season. “It is going to be important, especially for our newcomers, to see how they respond in a competitive environment,” said head coach John Pawlowski. “When we start team practice, we will get a lot of opportunities to scrimmage. It is going to be a very competitive fall, maybe one of the most competitive since I have been here. With all of the departures that we had, there are a lot of positions, not only on the mound but also in the field, that are up for grabs.” Plainsman Archives Pawlowski will look to infuse the new- Senior infielder Wes Gilmer runs in for a score during the Samford game at home last spring. comers with talented “Our staff will continue Regional last year will honor its 2010 Western returning starters that to work and build a pro- certainly help us as we Division Baseball Chamchose to forego the draft gram that we all can be prepare for the 2011 sea- pionship team on Pat Dye for another season at Au- proud, of both on and off son and beyond.” field during halftime of burn. the field and in the classFall practice will end the Auburn-LSU football Pawlowski enters his room,” Pawlowski said. with the annual home game. second season as head “Winning the West and run derby and alumni Auburn starts their coach and was given having the opportunity game Oct. 22 at 4 p.m. season Feb. 18 at 6 p.m. a contract extension to not only participate The day after the home against the Arkansas through 2015. in, but to host a NCAA run derby, Auburn will State Redwolves.

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The Auburn men’s golf team began the fall season this weekend at the Carpet Capital Collegiate tournament in Rocky Face, Ga. The 12th-ranked Auburn Tigers ended up placing fifth overall in the threeday tournament, shooting a collective 3-over. The tournament was held at the par-72 Farm Golf Club Sept. 10-12. “This is one of the best tournaments that we will see all year, right out of the gate,” said head coach Nick Clinard. “The tournament is pretty early on in the year and I prefer to play a little later, but it’s such a great tournament, it’s hard to pass on.” Leading the Tigers’ way was sophomore Blayne Barber (75-210). Barber finished with a hard-won third place individual showing. He was able to shoot an impressive 6-under at the competition. Barber had managed to lead the tournament for a large portion, but was happy with how he did. “Not being able to make

some of the putts I wanted was a little frustrating,” Barber said. “I played a good three days of golf, though. I hung in there mentally and stayed positive, so I am happy with how I finished.” This tournament marked the University of Central Florida transfer student’s debut with Auburn’s golf team. Day One of the tournament ended with Auburn shooting a 3-under (285) and landing in 3rd place. Barber’s individual performance resulted in him tying the lead with Clemson’s David Dannelly. The pair both shot an impressive 67, 5-underpar, to aid their teams. “We have a lot of strengths that helped us during the tournament,” Clinard said. “There are a lot of holes to play and we have been working on staying strong mentally during such a long tournament.” Barber ended Friday’s play averaging 3.60 strokes on par-4 holes. He also claimed nine birdies for the day. Juniors Will McCurdy and Kyle Kopsick were

tied for 23rd with teammate and sophomore Michael Hebert. They all shot a 72 for the day. The Tigers were trailing the leader, Alabama, by five strokes after Day One. On Day Two of the tournament, Auburn slipped a few spots, but managed to stay afloat with a sixth place finish for the day. Barber (68-135) was still managing the lead, holding off Wake Forest’s Evan Beck by one stroke. Barber was leading the 60-player tournament with his par-4 average. The sophomore was averaging 3.75 strokes per attempt. Hebert (72-145) was also remaining strong with an 18th place finish for the day. “All in all, I feel like I hit the ball well,” Hebert said. “I gave away some shots that cost me a few strokes, but I also made some putts that helped me out.” No. 23 Clemson (283566) finished Saturday with a one-stroke lead over No. 7 Alabama (287567), followed by No. 17 Georgia Tech (284-571), No. 3 Georgia (284-572)

and Wake Forest (284573). The last day of play commenced with Auburn moving up a notch to take fifth overall. Barber lost a few strokes that cost him his lead and dropped him to a third place finish. “It just came down to the last nine holes, and unfortunately I didn’t get it done, but I feel like I’m on the right track,” Barber said. “I continually try to work and improve my game, but I’m gonna try to focus on my short game.” Hebert (72-217) moved up a few spots from 18th and tied for 15th to finish the tournament, shooting a 1-over. Alabama was able to come away with the top spot in team play, however. The No. 7 team was followed by Wake Forest, Georgia Tech and Clemson. The Auburn men’s golf team will next be heading to Tampa, Fla., Oct. 2 for the two-day Gary Koch Invitational. “We’re looking forward to a good upcoming fall season,” Clinard said.

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Birdies soar through intense competition Erik Yabor Writer

The typical recreational sport includes trash-talk and the squeaking of sneakers on waxed floors, but badminton is not a typical recreational sport. Nor is the Badminton Club a typical club. The club attracts people from a wide variety of cultures. Long-time member Pathum Mendis said the sport is important to many people. “Where we come from we don’t have American football,” Mendis said, racquet in hand, “We have soccer, and we have badminton.” Club Vice President Manjunatha Nanjappa played the game for many years in his native India. “It’s a stress-reliever,” Nanjappa said. “It’s a fun game and good excersise.” Nanjappa and other club members are proud of their expanded schedule, which is because of their sudden growth. Both Mendis and Nanjappa said the club has grown since they first came. “I was gone for a few weeks, and when I came back, almost

half the people were all new,” said Dmitry Glotov, club adviser and assistant professor in math and statistics. The club has grown so much that patient club members can only sit against the walls and watch the others compete because there aren’t enough courts for all members to play simulatenously. The walls themselves are lined with bags, racquets, birdies and Gatorade. The more excited club members wildly cheer on their friends in what is a surprisingly intense game. “The birdie is faster than any tennis ball,” Glotov said. “Footwork is important. The most important skill is moving around the court.” Glotov does not participate in talking smack about his game, calling himself “not a very good player,” but he said he enjoys explaining the mechanics of the game itself. Glotov said the objective is to control the projectile, called the birdie or the shuttlecock, and force the opponent to move around the court. “[The birdie] does not make a perfect parabola,” Glotov said.

“The feathers slow it down and cause it to fall.” This makes it possible for such a fast-paced sport to be played on such a small court. “It’s also one of the safest sports,” Glotov said. The sport can also be exhausting when played for too long. Each match goes up to 21 points. In competitive games, it can take a very long time to reach the end. “I can get tired out,” Glotov said. “You need to a lot of stamina to win.” Glotov said the best formula to win sets is to be in control of the birdie and force the opponent to run and keep up with it. The club said they wish to expand further and join the other schools that host their own tournaments. The Auburn club has never had a chance to invite other colleges to play, but they do hold small tournaments within the club itself to keep the excitement level high. Members are required to pay $5 per semester. Personal racquets can be used, but racquets can also be rented at no cost to the user.

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Clint Jarvis, junior in business administration, sends the birdie over the net during the badminton club team practice Tuesday in the Student Act.

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Wiggins fosters campus recreation growth Darcie Dyer Writer

Pam Wiggins, campus recreation group fitness coordinator, wants you to get up and get moving. It is no secret that college students of all ages are often too preoccupied to make time for physical fitness and wellness, leading to weight gain such as the “Freshman 15.” This is something Wiggins hopes to change. “If you can’t figure out how to balance your life here, you won’t do it at any age,” Wiggins said. “You will be a USA statistic; 33 percent of us are busy and active, and the rest of us are sitting. Get off the couch now, and try to figure it out.” When Wiggins joined the campus recreation staff three years ago, Auburn offered a total of four group fitness classes. “We are now at 70 classes in just over two years, so that’s pretty enormous,” Wiggins said. Wiggins has been in the fitness industry since 1984. “We’ve been able to expand the program significantly with her

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Pam Wiggins (left to right) teaches her students Laurel Hicks, junior in nutrition and dietetics, and Mackenzie Horsefield, freshman in exercise science, about different rhythm concepts for Group Fitness Instructor Training.

background and experience,” said Bill Jackson, associate director of campus recreation. As group fitness coordinator, Wiggins teaches classes, ensures classes are running smoothly and trains students and contracted instructors, while still managing to significantly increase the number of group fitness classes offered at the Student

Activities Center. “She’s certainly committed to getting as many people as possible involved in exercise,” Jackson said. Wiggins said the increase in classes offered is greatly credited to the number of student instructors. “We have a lot of talent, really incredible students willing to give their time and energy,” Wiggins said.

Wiggins is working on her third training program to increase the number of instructors. “We now have six that are currently teaching with us who have been trained through our program,” Wiggins said. “This semester we’ll add nine more to our list of student instructors. Our goal is to have an entire force of student instructors by the

time we open our new facilities.” The first class begins at 6 a.m. Monday through Thursday, with the last class starting at 6:15 p.m. On Fridays, the first class begins at 9 a.m. and the last class at 3 p.m. The classes currently offered range from boot camp, an intense full-body workout, to Pilates, with a wide assortment of classes

in between. A detailed schedule of class offerings and times can be found at www.auburn.edu under Campus Recreation, Group Fitness. “I just realized recently by looking online about how many classes are offered,” said Kenzie Stephens, senior in psychology. “I don’t know why anyone would want a gym membership when we have so many awesome classes available for free.” Development of the new Wellness and Sustainability Center project will begin spring 2011. The new state-of-theart facility will provide approximately 240,000 square feet of recreational space in convenient proximity to the Village and central campus. “By the time we move into the new facility, we hope to have 100 classes,” Jackson said. Wiggins said she believes fitness is the key to having a balanced and healthy life. “Consistently do something that you like because if you’re not going to do it in school, you are not going to pursue it after,” she said.

Coaches’ Classic offers preparation for season J.P. Kelsey Writer

Women tennis players from across the SEC headed to Auburn last weekend to play in the SEC Fall Coaches’ Classic. Auburn hosted the tournament at the Yarbrough Tennis Center Sept. 10-12, with all 12 Southeastern Conference teams represented. “It’s a great event to kick off the fall, and it tells how you match up with teams nationally because the SEC is so tough,” said Auburn head coach Tim Gray. The team comes into the fall season with a young roster that consists mostly of freshmen and sophomores. The Tigers managed 11 combined wins in singles and doubles performances. “I think we did really well,” said Auburn assistant coach Christine Gray. “We fought our way through some really tough matches. Even if we didn’t pull off the win, we saw the effort that we wanted to see. We are probably more prepared at this point in the season than we have been before.” The tournament was primarily a warm-up, and no overall champions were declared. In the competition, players were divided into eight-person “flights,” with winners playing other winners and losers playing other losers. There was no elimination from play because of the number of losses. Friday’s competition got underway with Auburn scoring wins in both singles and doubles play. In singles action, sophomores Paulina Schippers and Plamena Kurteva were able to take their early matches. Schippers

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Sophomore Plamena Kurteva prepares to swing at the tennis tournament Sunday.

defeated Kentucky’s Caitlin McGraw in a 6-4, 6-3, 6-0 three-set match, while Kurteva claimed her match against Kentucky’s Elle Coldrion, with a 6-1, 6-0 win. “For this being the first tournament, I think the whole team did good,” Schippers said. “We all came out really strong, and we worked hard.” Later, in Friday’s doubles matches, Auburn’s duo of sophomore Caroline Thornton and freshman Maria Arechavaleta teamed up to defeat Ole Miss’ Laura van de Stroet and Vivian Vlaar in an 8-5 win. The Auburn duo later lost to South Carolina. Also in doubles, junior Taylor Schreimann and

Kurteva overcame the efforts of Arkansas’ Emily Carbone and Stephanie Roy in a close 9-8 win. Schreimann, the only junior on the team, said competition in an SEC tournament is tough. “The SEC is always gonna have a lot of talent, so we were expecting the competition,” Schreimann said. “We have been working hard over the summer with our practicing and conditioning, and we were definitely ready for the tournament.” During day two of the tournament, Auburn had more wins in both singles and doubles. “We still need to work on being consistent and constructing points, but I feel we have done well with

the level of competition we are Christen Harned / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR facing,” said head coach Tim Gray. Olivia Bennett, a freshman on the women’s tennis team, readies her “We set high racket at the tennis tournament Sunday. goals for each day and trying to attain those victory, taking the win the tournament. goals can be tough, but we from a Mississippi State Also in singles, Schreihave put in the effort and twosome. mann defeated Kentucky’s reached a lot of them.” Schreimann and Kurte- Nicole Scates in a 6-0, 6-1 The team had singles va accounted for the other pounding. victories in Schippers’ doubles victory Saturday. Bennett earned a consodefeat of Arkansas’ Jade The two defeated Ken- lation win against an ArFrampton (6-1, 6-3) and tucky’s Nicole Scates and kansas Razorback to complete her Auburn debut. freshman Olivia Bennett’s Meredith Morrow, 8-1. The match was cut short defeat of Alabama’s AntoThe Tigers also had wins nia Foehse. during the final day of because the Arkansas player had to catch a flight. Schippers, however, competition. To determine a winner, fell to Vanderbilt in the Newton won in singles final round, and Bennett play, with her 6-4, 6-2 de- the two played a tie-breakcouldn’t hold off Georgia’s feat of Mississippi State’s ing third set, and Bennett snagged the victory. Alina Jerjomina in the Mariia Ryzhova. The team will head to Flight 3-A semifinals. Facing Kentucky’s Misha Auburn’s Schippers and Testerman, Kurteva won Providence. R.I. Sept. 24freshman Emily Newton in a tie-breaking match, 26 for the Brown Invitateamed up for a doubles 7-6 (4), 6-4, 6-0, to finish tional at Brown University.

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Boulware answers call with eager spirit Jeremy Gerrard

Longhorns to the first Big 12 Championship title. Writer “It was one of those situIn the fall of 1993, while ations where one door players geared up for the closes and God opens up start of another season of another, and that door Texas Longhorns football, opened up immediately, returning offensive line- and I fell in love with it,” man and Boulware two-year said. letterBorn in man Jay Irving, TexWe Boulware as, in 1972, want to have the c ont emBoulware plated his opportunity to put a grew up future in better product on the playing offootball. fensive and In what field than we did in defensive was to be year one.” lineman in his third high school, Jay Boulware, where season he special teams coach was at Texas, later B o u l recruited to ware, Auburn’s current play at the University of special teams coach, saw Texas. his college career come to After his graduate assisan abrupt end after being tant experience coaching diagnosed with arrhyth- tight ends at Texas, Boulmia, an abnormal heart ware took his first coachrhythm. job att the University of ingg job “I didn’t reallyy kknow now no w Northern Nort No rthe rt he Illinois in 1997. hern he what I wass going goi oin ng tto ng o do He coached tight ends end ds next at the time, tiime me,” Boulware Bou oulw lw war aree and an nd off ffensive enssiv ivee linemen l neeme li men at men at said. “Everybody yb bodyy else bo else had had Northern Nortthe No herrn rn Ill IIllinois llin ll i oiis for in fo or three th hre reee aspirations of while helping of ggoing oiing to o th tthee years, yearrs, w year ye hile hi le aalso lso he lso ls help lpin lpin lp ng NFL.” recruitt pl players play ayyers like like k A Atlanta t Faced with Mith ssome ome tough om ome toug toug to ugh h Falcons F lc Fa lco on o ns running r nnin ru ing back back ck M idecisions, hee wa chael Turner. was gi was ggiven give iveen an a ch hael Tu urn ner er er. opportunityy byy Longhorns Boulware Lon ongh gh horrns B Boul Bo oul ulw ware then wa the hen n went we t on on head coach John Joh ohn oh n Mackov- to coach at Arizona, Stan-ic, who said State, d he could use ford, Utah and Iowa St tat ate, e, his help as a student as- where he would meet cursistant. rent Auburn head coach Having never given Gene Chizik. much thought to a career While coaching runin coaching, Boulware ningbacks at Arizona in took to his new calling, 2003, Boulware developed continuing to coach as a a new interest in special graduate assistant in 1996. teams and has coached He helped lead the them at every job since.

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“I found that my offensive line background could be very useful to special teams because there is a lot of carry-over of coaching technique,” Boulware said. “I had never thought of it like that, and as I got into it, I started to understand it better.” Now in his second year as the tight ends and special teams coach at Auburn, Boulware said he is excited for the team this season, saying they aim to take the Tigers from good to great. “We want to have the opportunity to put a better product on the field than we did in Year One,” Boulware said. “Whether that translates into more wins, who knows, but we definitely want to play better and, ultimately, we come here to win championships.” Auburn place kicker Wes Byrum said at first he didn dn n’tt know know w what w at tto wh o expect didn’t ffrom fr om B oulw ou ware arre, b but utt said Boulware, Boulware B Bo oul ulwaaree came ccaame in in with w an spirit and eeager eag ea age ger sp ger spi iritt an irit nd enjoys nd coach. havingg him h hiim as a co coa ac “He’s guy that “H “He He’ e’s the e’s th he gu uy th hat keeps uss balanced, bal alan lan ancced, d keeps kee eep his thumb making th hum mb on u uss ma m aki kiin sure we’re we’ we ’re not ’r not getting gett ge ett ttin ing a little in too to o lo lloose, oos ose, se, e w we pay attention att and get our work done,” said Byrum, adding that Boulware will also lighten the mood and bring some humor to the team. Boulware spends his time off the field with his wife Chantey and 3-yearold daughter Jordin.

Getting to know Boulware Favorite professional team: Cowboys and Lakers fan until I die Favorite musician: Norah Jones

What are your pet peeves? I hate being unorganized.

Something you couldn’t live without: Family

Least favorite food: Toss up between peas and squash

Craziest thing you have ever done: Do I have to answer? I think I’ll pass.

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Quick hits on Clemson Game Auburn leads all-time series 33–11–2 and has a 19–4 advantage at home.

Saturday will be the first regular season meeting between the two since 1971.

Auburn is 20–4 in home night games since the 2000 season.

Auburn has held four of its last six opponents to fewer than 100 rushing yards.

Saturday’s game will be the first Auburn sports event broadcast in 3-D.

John Heisman coached both the Auburn and Clemson Tigers.

Tiger Death Match Auburn and Clemson prepare for nationally televised game Saturday night. Crystal Cole Sports Editor

It’s a Tiger-eat-Tiger world, or at least it will be in Jordan-Hare Stadium Saturday. Auburn’s third game of the season marks the 47th meeting between Auburn and the Clemson Tigers. Defensive coordinator Ted Roof said the team has its work cut out for it. “Year in and year out, they are one of the most athletic teams that’s ever on the schedule, they’re well coached, they play hard, and they’re physical,” Roof said. “That’s a pretty good combination, and when I think of Clemson, that’s what I think about.” Both teams will start the game undefeated, with Auburn entering the game ranked 16th in the Associated Press poll. ESPN’s GameDay show will be on campus

Saturday, putting more pressure on this game. Clemson sophomore tight end Dwayne Allen said he feels the pressure, but not because of GameDay. “It’s more because we’re the underdogs, and we haven’t been in that position so far this season,” Allen said. “It’s going to be exciting to see how we get out there and play.” Clemson is averaging 36.5 points per game, while holding opponents to 15.5 points per game. Senior linebacker Josh Bynes said the same strategies needed to win an SEC game are needed Saturday. “They run zones, they run split zone, all kind of different things, but they disguise it to get you out of a certain defense, and then they run the ball,” Bynes said. “That’s a great aspect of them, but at the same time, we’re not worried about the start of the plays: we’re worried about how they finish and just

play ball off that.” This season, Auburn has ruled the fourth quarter. The Tigers’ previous two opponents have gone 0-for-7 on third down conversions and scored just 3 points in the final 12 minutes. Still, Roof feels improvements can be made. “There is a sense of urgency to get better right now because there’s a lot of room for growth and we’ve got to make it happen real quick,” Roof said. Auburn currently has a 13-game winning streak in the series, as Clemson’s last win occurred in 1951. Clemson defensive coordinator Kevin Steele said his team is preparing for this game like any other. “We treat every team the same, and if you start treating one team like it’s more important on the schedule, then that’s when your team plays up and down, and you can’t do that,” Steele said. Kickoff is slated for 6 p.m.

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The 2007 Auburn football team celebrates its 23-20 overtime victory against Clemson at the Chick-fil-A Bowl in Atlanta, Ga. Auburn finished the season 9-4. It was Auburn’s 19th bowl win.

Keys to success Clemson must find a way to stop Newton and the running game.

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Auburn’s Antoine Carter and Clemson’s Andre Branch each have three sacks.

Auburn’s freshman RB Michael Dyer ran for 95 yards and a TD in the opener.

Auburn ranks 9th nationally in rushing, while Clemson ranks 24th.

Clemson’s senior quarterback Kyle Parker hit a 70-yard touchdown pass Sept. 4.

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Back from California, soccer prepares for Samford Mary Gillman Writer

The Auburn soccer team (6-2) finished with one win and one loss in the University of Southern California tournament after playing USC and Cal State Fullerton last weekend in Los Angeles. USC won when freshman midfielder Haley Boysen made the only goal of the game in overtime. Head coach Karen Hoppa said although Auburn lost, it was a good game. In the game against Cal State Fullerton, Auburn won 2-0, thanks in part to

junior defender Julie King. Despite being a defender, King scored in each half to help lead Auburn to victory. Hoppa and the team agreed the loss to USC added some motivation to play well against Fullerton. “We knew we had to win this game,” said senior defender Sammy Towne. The Tigers are coming back to Auburn to prepare for their next game against the Samford Bulldogs, who are 6-2-1 this year, Sept. 17 at 7 p.m. “Samford is a really quality team, and they are a big in-state rivalry for us,”

Hoppa said. Last year, the soccer team traveled to Samford to open up its 2009 soccer season. Even after playing in double overtime, neither team scored, and the game ended in a 0-0 tie. “Samford is a good team, and it’s always a battle with them,” King said. King was given a red card, along with a Samford player, during last year’s game. The red card was issued moments before the end of the first half, and the Auburn team played without King for more than 65

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Auburn’s seventh against Samford. Although Auburn has never lost to Samford, scores for every game have been close. “With Samford, there’s always a lot of emotion involved,” Towne said. “It’s not really a rivalry, but it’s not a really high-scoring game.” Auburn has won five out of six games against Samford, with the tie game in 2009 being the exception. The Tigers prepare equally for every team, but say there is no special preparation for the game Friday against Samford.

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