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August 16, 2012
A place to call home: The Plainsman does it daily ROBERT LEE EDITOR@ THEPLAINSMAN.COM
Every time I type the title “editor-in-chief,” I almost feel like I should be typing “leader of the troops” or “General Robert E. Lee.” But I don’t. I sometimes consider not using my title at all and just using “Rob” as my byline, and then the world would be less inclined to connect my name to the famous general. Regardless of who people think I am or am not, during the last three months, a new culture has formed in The Plainsman office. While most of you were gone during the summer, take time
to read through this special edition of The Plainsman to catch up on anything you missed, including a confession from Harvey Updyke to one of our own reporters. The Auburn University student-run newspaper is now daily online with a convenient and attractive print edition every Thursday as usual. What is not usual is The Plainsman’s new daily approach. However, with the evolving world of media and declining popularity of print, ThePlainsman.com is now your goto site for everything Auburn. I have seen more students this summer grab a copy of The Plainsman than I have ever seen, and as fall semester begins, look for The Plainsman to have everything you need to keep yourself informed.
The print edition will also be returning to its larger form, with a special game day edition for every home football game as well. With daily updates on the website, I want to also encourage feedback. Leave your comments and remarks on any article and let us know how we’re doing or how we can improve. Our social media presence has more than tripled over the summer, so follow us on Twitter @TheAUPlainsman and “like” our Facebook page to receive breaking news and up-to-date stories before anyone else. I also encourage anyone who reads The Plainsman to give us your feedback and thoughts by sending a letter or comment to opinion@theplainsman.com We are not just a news source, but also a voice for the opinions
of the readers. As football season will resume Sept. 1 versus Clemson in the Georgia Dome, our coverage starts now as practice has already begun and SEC Media Days seem like they happened months ago. With a bolstered staff of dedicated journalists, The Plainsman will continue to hunt for the truth as fall turns to spring and beyond. I want to wish every reader a productive semester, and regardless of how dominant the Tigers turn out to be, our news coverage will remain constant. If I deserve to be the leader of the troops then so be it, but right now, I’m the EditorIn-Chief of the Auburn student newspaper that will continue to lead the pack in anything and everything Auburn has in store.
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GET TO CLASS AND SAVE GAS!
85. MARTIN AQUATICS CENTER (R-06)
114. SMITH HALL M.W. (X-07)
86. MARTIN HALL (X-04)
115. SMITH HALL O.D. (Y-03)
87. McWHORTER CENTER (P-08)
116. SOCCER FIELD (Q-09)
88. MEDICAL CENTER (U-12)
117. SPIDLE HALL (X-05)
89. MILLER HALL (U-03)
118. STUDENT ACTIVITIES CTR. (R-06)
90. MOORE SOFTBALL FIELD (N-08)
119. STUDENT ACTIVITIES PAV. (Q-07)
91. NICHOLS CENTER (ROTC) (S-03)
120. STUDENT CENTER (V-05)
92. O.I.T. (W-10)
121. SWINGLE HALL (W-08)
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122. TEAGUE RES.SYSTEM HALL (4) (W-05) GET THE MOST FROM YOUR TIGER TRANSIT 123. TELECOM. & ETV OFFICE (S-09) 94. PARKING SERVICES (V-11) 124. TELECOM. & ETVROUTES, STUDIO (T-09) 95. PARKER HALL (V-06) CAMPUS AND OFF-CAMPUS THROUGH REGULAR 125. TERRELL DINING HALL (V-09) 96. PEET THEATRE (V-08) 126. TEXTILE ENGINEERING BLD. (W-02) INCLUDING THESE POPULAR DESTINATIONS: 97. PETRIE HALL (U-04) 93. OWEN RESIDENCE HALL (10) (V-06)
98. PLAINSMAN PARK (T-06)
127. THACH HALL (V-03)
Student Co July 31st will (Proximate C pre-register o type of perm mits requeste address desig must be activ 16 through A 2326 of the Parking Services’ mission is to facilitate safe and convenient am and 5:00 In conjunction with SGA, Parking Services has created a new PC access to Auburn University while encouraging other inathe Parkin permit zone for commuting services. If you received and purchased modes of transportation.
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PC permit through the random drawing earlier this year, you may park Student Re in specially-designated PCCampus spaces in Magnolia/Donahue, Arena, andmove in at th Parking on ColiseumStudents, lots on Monday-Friday, 7 am-3:30 pm. University who employees and visitors of Auburn have preregi
park a vehicle on campus must register for and display 128. THREE DIMENSIONAL ARTS STUDIO (K-07) a limited num Winn Dixie a parking permitthe as prescribed the Auburn University We have also increased number ofinB-zone spaces in each of residence ha 129. TICHENOR HALL (W-03) 100. PRESIDENT'S HOUSE (Y-08) AU101.Medical Clinic and Traffic Regulations. Anyholders vehicleso without proper 130. TOOMER RES. HALL (C) (V-08) PROPERTY SERVICES (G-04) these lotsParking to accommodate other permit they will still have random draw 131. UPCHURCH HALL (X-07) 102. PUBLIC SAFETY & SECURITY (S-02) registration or displaying a current permit on, or after, available parking without using the PC spaces. Please don’tthe park inand a wish to Auburn Medical Park/Dean Road 132. VILLAGE RES. TALON HALL (Q-04) 103. QUAD CENTER (W-05) day ofa classes ticketed. be able to in PC spacefirst without permit!will Youbewill receive a ticket the first time and Auburn Wal-Mart 133. VILLAGE RES. PLAINSMAN HALL (Q-04) 104. RAMSAY HALL (W-02) students who be subject to towing or wheel-locking for subsequent violations. 134. VILLAGE RES. TIGER HALL (Q-04) 105. RECREATION & WELLNESS (R-06) Parking permits are valid for one year. Campus resident AMF Bowling Alley the appropria 135. VILLAGE RES. WILLOW HALL (Q-04) 106. ROSS HALL (X-03) parking permits are valid from August 15 – May 31 of the Game Day Parking student permits as well as Village 136. VILLAGE RES. MAGNOLIA HALL (R-05)Footballfollowing 107. ROUSEMall LIFE SCIENCES BUILDING (Y-07) Employees year.zones Commuting Some parking lots and are impacted on the Friday before andonline and pa 137. VILLAGE RES. OAK HALL (R-04) 108. SAMFORD HALL (X-03) permitsgames: are valid from August 1 – July 31 of Auburn Post Office the day of Faculty/Staff all home football 138. VILLAGE RES. EAGLE HALL (R-04) 109. SASNETT RESIDENCE HALL (K) (V-09) Employee pe the following year. -Coliseum, C-Zone Kroger Grocery 139. VILLAGE RES. AUBIE HALL (R-04) 110. SCIENCES CENTER LABORATORY (W-06) mailed via ca -West #1, C-Zone 140. WALKER BUILDING (U-03) 111. SCIENCES AUDITORIUM (W-06) Avoid Being Ticketed, Wheel Locked parking perm Tiger Town (Opelika) Student Commuter -RW Zone Temporary Disability Provide proper documentation Permits (C/PC) requested prior to 141. WALLACE CENTER (S-04) 112. SCIENCES CENTER CLASSROOM (W-06) 99. POULTRY SCIENCE (W-10)
Auburn University Parking Services
330 Lem Morrison Drive Auburn, AL 36849-5543 Phone: 334-844-4143 Fax: 334-844-2253 parking@ auburn.edu
Office. Emplo parking orappropriate Towed from-Stadium the state.deck July 31st will be included in the random drawing for a PC 142. WATSON FIELDHOUSE (R-08) online registr -C-Zone lots on Heisman Drive (Proximate C-zone permit), if you so indicate when you 1. Purchase and display a permit Temporary Medical Permit Provide proper 143. WILMORE LABORATORIES (W-02) pre-register online. You will be notified by e-mail as to the -South Quad parking deck their vehicle 2. Use only a permit issued to you for your vehicle(s) documentation from the AU Medical Clinic. 144. WILSON type of permit that you will LIVESTOCK receive onARENA August(S-11) 1st. All per-Lots bounded by Village View, Donahue, Magnolia & the Parking S 3. Park in the proper zone FIELDHOUSE mits requested 145. priorYOUNG to August 10th will(Q-06) be mailed to the War Eagle Way Registration and Ticket Payments 4. Park only in designated spaces 146. CHILLED WATER PLANT 3 (E-12) address designated at the time of registration. The permit mu Picture required for allfrom transactions in these the Parking If your car must be moved of lots,to there alternativeVisitors lots 5.IDVehicles without a one permit are subject beingare wheel must be activated receipt. From August Services 147.immediately GREENE HALLupon (E-14) Services Offic available. It’s Office. your responsibility to know the rules. Look online for specific 16 through August 24, permits must be picked up in room locked or towed on the second ticket issued. 148. HOERLEIN HALL (E-14) campus and regulations. Student permit registration payments and ticket 2326 of the Student Center between the hours of 10:00 6. Vehicles with a permit are subject to being wheel locked 149. LARGE ANIMAL TEACHING HOSPITAL (D-15) ng Services’ mission is to facilitate safe and convenient payments may be made through the student e-bill am and 5:00 pm. After that date, they must be picked up Auburn Uni or towed on the fifth ticket issued. ss to Auburn University while encouraging other 150. MCADORY HALL (E-14) process or in person at the Office of Student Financial in the Parking Services Office. all vehicles d es of transportation. 151. OVERTON-RUDD CENTER (E-14) Services in Mary Martin Hall. Student Resident Permits (R) will distributed at issued handi Parking Permit Registration 152. SCOTT-RITCHEY LABbe (D-14) king on Campus Employee ticket payments may be made through move in at the 153. assigned resident hall for students Permit must STUDENT TEACHING LAB (D-13) that ents, employees and visitors of Auburn University who have preregistered online prior to that date. There are initial(with registration period students payrollThe deduction $3.00 service chargefor per commuting ticket), 154. WARE DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING (D-14) only be issue a vehicle on campus must register for and display mailedand to or Faculty/Staff in person at the Parking Office.31. On-campus a limited number of parking spaces in close proximity of is July Services 1 – August king permit as prescribed in the Auburn University residence halls. These proximate spaces are allocated by a Permanent students on-line registration is open July 1 – July 31. ng and Traffic Regulations. Any vehicle without proper random drawing. If you will be living in one of these areas Parking Services Office from the AU tration or displaying a current permit on, or after, the Location, Hours, Telephone, and Website Students and Employees are encouraged to register online. and wish to becampus included inmust the random drawing, you will All bicycles parked on the Auburn University be registered. You can register your bike online on your Tigeri page (Parking Serday of classes will be ticketed. 2nd Level of the South Quad Multi-Modal Parking Deck be able to indicate when you pre-register online. Resident vices link) or at the AU Student Center Aug. 16-24 from 10 am-5 pm. Registration is free. If Drive bicycles are not registered by August 30, they 330 Lem Morrison students who have received preferred parking will have are subject to removal, impound, and fees. ng permits are valid for one year. Campus resident Auburn, AL 36849-5543 the appropriate permit available at move in. ng permits are valid from August 15 – May 31 of theIMPORTANT! In order to register your Keythe (COnTinued) bike,mAP bring following information: Stude Phone: (334) 844-4143 Faz: (334) 844-2253 Employees have the option of registering their CAmPuS vehicle wing year. Commuting student permits as well as July 31 113. SHELBY CENTER ENG. TECH. (U-02) 84. MAIL SERVICES (P-05) • deduction. Brand Office Hours online and paying with pre-tax dollars via payroll ty/Staff permits are valid from August 1 – July 31 of (Proxim 114. SMITH HALL M.W. (X-07) 85. MARTIN AQUATICS CENTER (R-06) Employee permits (A and B) purchased online will be pre-reg SMITH HALL7:15 O.D. (Y-03) 86. MARTIN (X-04) • HALL Speed ollowing year. Monday115. – Friday: am – 4:15 pm type of 116. SOCCER FIELD (Q-09) 87. McWHORTER mailed via campus mail until August 24th. AfterCENTER this(P-08) date, • CENTERColor mits re 117. SPIDLE HALL (X-05) 88. MEDICAL (U-12) After Hours Towing and Wheel Lock Release Parking Services oid Being Ticketed, Wheel Locked parking permits must be picked up in89.the 118. STUDENT ACTIVITIES CTR. (R-06) MILLER HALL (U-03) addres • Serial number (located on the bottom the4:15 frame) Monday119. –of Friday: pm – 10:30 pm Office. Employees who do not wish to the(N-08) STUDENT ACTIVITIES PAV. (Q-07) 90.participate MOORE SOFTBALLin FIELD must b Towed 120.539-2163 STUDENT CENTER (V-05) 91. NICHOLS CENTER (ROTC) (S-03) Call (334) 16 thro online registration and payroll deduction must register rchase and display a permit 121. SWINGLE HALL (W-08) 92. O.I.T. (W-10) 2326 o Parking Services’ mission is to facilitate safe and convenient their vehicle and pay for the parking permit in person at 122. TEAGUE RES. HALL (4) (W-05) 93. OWEN RESIDENCE HALL (10) (V-06) e only a permit issued to you for your vehicle(s) am an access to Auburn University while encouraging other PDF compression, OCR, web optimization using a watermarked evaluation copy of CVISION PDFCompressor E-Mail: parking@auburn.edu 123. TELECOM. & ETV OFFICE (S-09) 94. PARKING SERVICES (V-11) the Parking Services Office. in the rk in the proper zone modes of transportation. 124. TELECOM. & ETV STUDIO (T-09) 95. PARKER HALL (V-06) Website: www.auburn.edu/parking rk only in designated spaces Stude 125. TERRELL DINING HALL (V-09) 96. PEET THEATRE (V-08) www.auburn.edu/administration/parking_transit/parking
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Parking Guidelines
All routes except Tiger Town run 7:00 am through 6:00 pm Monday through Friday except on AU-recognized holidays and semester breaks. Find specific route information and current bus locations through the Tiger Transit website:
www.auburn.edu/transit
For specific parking information, visit
www.auburn.edu/parking
or scan the QR code with your smart phone!
Bicycle Registration
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Smoking ban now in effect, cessation program available With the new smoking policy in effect, a ‘pack it up’ campaign has also started to help smokers quit Summer Austin WRITER
If you are a smoker, the 20122013 school year will be different for you. As of Aug. 16, smoking is prohibited within 25 feet of buildings on Auburn University’s campus. With the upcoming policy change, smokers are encouraged to participate in Auburn’s “Pack it Up” tobacco cessation program. Considering the new policy, promoting smoking cessation programs should be the over-
all goal, said Michael Freeman, hazardous materials technician in Auburn University’s Risk Management and Safety Department and representative on Auburn University’s Staff Council. “The end result should be better health quality of each individual,” Freeman said. “If you just ban smoking, it’s not going to do anything if you don’t have a good smoking cessation program to go with it.” Those interested in the program meet one-on-one with pharmacists and pharmacy students who will learn about the person’s interest in changing and will evaluate his or her readiness. Kimberly Braxton-Lloyd, assistant dean for health services and director of the University’s Pharmaceutical Care Center, said the pharmacists work-
ing with the patients help develop a quit plan, and together they set a quit date for the patient. The pharmacists assist in selecting a medication, if appropriate for the patient, such as the over-the-counter nicotine patch, gum and lozenges, prescription nasal sprays or inhalers. Non-nicotine medications can be helpful as well.
Braxton-Lloyd also said the patient meets with the pharmacists so they can help monitor the efficacy of tobacco cessation and the safety of the medications. The program monitors the smoker’s exhaled carbon monoxide levels so the smoker can see the change. Patients are normally in the program for three to six months. According to Braxton-Lloyd, the program cost is covered once for employees if they are enrolled in the University’s health insurance. The University also provides a $120 stipend for over-the-counter medications. According to Gregory Peden, pharmacist in charge of the Auburn University Student Pharmacy and coordinator of distributive services for pharmacy health services, the program is $120 for students. If the smoker
has quit before three months, he or she will receive a $60 refund. The program is billed through the bursar’s office, and over-thecounter medications are available through the pharmacy at a discounted price. Members of the Auburn community also have the option to volunteer as patients in a pharmacy course titled Early Pharmacy Practice Experience. The patient receives extra support and monitoring for his or her health and wellness needs, and the pharmacy students gain experience. Interested students or staff may contact Kathy Kyle at (334) 844-8345 for more information. “Some patients come in and think there’s a magical cure,” Braxton-Lloyd said. “But like with any type of behavior change, there has to be dedication to change.”
UPCOMING EVENTS: Thursday, August 16
6:00 PM- Explore Downtown Auburn 7:00 PM Tiger Trivia Night (Village Dining Hall)
@AUWelcomeWeek #AUWelcomeWeek AU Welcome Week
Friday, August 17
11:00 AM- Pictures with Aubie (Student Center 2nd Floor) 6:30 PM-9:30 PM- Block Party (Student Center Green Space)
Saturday, August 18
11:00 AM- 2:00 PM- Games on the Plains (Student Center Green Space) 7:00 PM- Tiger Talent Show (Student Center Ballroom)
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Fall 2012 Calendar Aug. 16 First day of class
Aug. 22 Last day to drop classes WITHOUT $100 penalty
Oct. 5 Last day to withdraw from classes with a “W”
Nov. 19–23 Thanksgiving break
Nov. 30 Last day of class
Dec. 1–2 Reading days
Sept. 3 Labor Day (no class)
Dec. 3–7 Final exams
Sept. 6 Last day to drop classes ($100 penalty applies)
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Dec. 8 Graduation
DOWNTOWN AUBURN open house DOWNTOWN AUBURN open house
Fall break in the future? John Burns WRITER
This summer the Student Government Association sent out a survey to all current students requesting whether they would prefer a fall break in upcoming years, and the students overwhelmingly voted yes. Although students voted in favor of a fall break, the mid-semester break will not be implemented until at least 2013. Approximately 4,700 students responded to the survey, and 70 percent of those who responded said they would prefer a two-day fall break. Though that number is not close to the total Auburn student population, SGA representatives believe it adequately represents the students. “We had a huge response rate on this survey, especially for a
summer,” said SGA President Owen Parrish. “I am very happy to see that students voiced their opinions so loudly. Such a positive response is very encouraging and helps us tremendously in making sure we are working for the betterment of Auburn.” Parrish ran for SGA president with the possibility of a fall break as one of his main campaigning platforms. “It was great to see that this initiative would benefit students academically, and it is so good to know students are in favor of this,” said Collier Tynes, SGA chief of staff and head of the Fall Break Task Force. “The SGA will only push initiatives that will benefit fellow students, and with these results we can move forward.” The reason for suggesting a fall break was so students could
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The SGA will only push initiatives that will benefit fellow students, and with these results we can move forward.” —collier tynes SGA CHIEF OF STAFF
have some time off in the middle of the fall to recharge for the final push of the semester. “I could always use a short break at any time during the semester,” said Robert Bilbrough, senior in industrial design. “It’s really easy to get worn out by schoolwork mid- to late-semester, and I think a fall break will help fight that.”
welcome week 8.16.2012 6pm
8.16.2012 6pm
shop. Eat. enjoy. Downtown Auburn would like to welcome you to your new home with a night just for YOU! Enjoy live entertainment, door prizes and discounts. Downtown Auburn would like to welcome you to your new home with a night just for YOU! Enjoy live entertainment, door prizes and discounts.
shop. Eat. enjoy.
This fabulous event is brought to you by the Auburn Chamber & the Downtown Auburn Merchants Association
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Policy on the Confidentiality of Student Records Pursuant to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
POLICY STATEMENT The University recognizes that the maintenance of student information and educational records is necessary and vital to assist the student’s education and development and to provide opportunities for University research and policy formulation. The University recognizes its obligation to exercise discretion in recording and disseminating information about students to ensure that their rights of privacy are maintained. This University Policy is adopted pursuant to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), (34 CFR Part 99) and is not intended to impose any restrictions or grant any rights not specifically required by this Act. The University will furnish annual notification to students of their right to inspect and review their educational records; the right to request amendment of educational records considered by them to be inaccurate or misleading or that violate privacy or other rights; and of their right to a hearing must the University decline to amend such records. The campus-wide electronic and hard-copy circulation of this policy will be achieved via the online and paper versions of The Auburn Plainsman student newspaper. This will be coordinated by the Division of Students Affairs and will serve as annual notice of the privacy rights of Auburn University students mandated by FERPA. The following requirements have been developed to ensure the privacy rights of students. For the purposes of this University Policy, a student is defined as an individual who has been admitted and has been in attendance in a component unit of the University. Classification as a student in one component unit of the University (e.g., an undergraduate
program) does not imply that the person has been accorded the rights outlined below in other component units (i.e., graduate school, professional schools, branch campus).
Student Access to Records Auburn University’s permanent student education record consists of one or more of the following: 1. 2. 3.
Official transcript of grades; Competency evaluations, and Narrative evaluations.
This is in accordance with requirements established by the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers and the State of Alabama policies on Retention of Records. Students have the right to be provided a list of the type of educational records maintained by the University which are directly related to the student; the right to inspect and review the contents of these records; the right to obtain copies of these records; the right to a response from the University to reasonable requests for explanation and interpretation of these records; the right to an opportunity for a hearing to challenge the content of these records; and if any material or document in the educational record of a student includes information on more than one student, the right to inspect and review only the part of such material or document as relates to the student. Students do not have access to financial records of their parents; confidential letters and statements of recommendation which were placed in the educational record prior to Jan. 1, 1975, provided such letters or statements were solicited or designated as confidential and are not used for purposes other than those for which they were specifically intended; confidential recommendations, if the student signed a waiver
of the right of access, respecting admission, application for employment, and the receipt of an honor or honorary recognition.
Students do not have access to the following types of records: 1. Instructional, supervisory or administrative personnel records which are not accessible or revealed to any other individual except a substitute; 2. Campus Security records which are maintained apart from educational records, which are used solely for law enforcement purposes, and which are not disclosed to individuals other than law enforcement officials of the same jurisdiction; 3. Employment records, except when such employment requires that the person be a student, and 4. Alumni Office records. Students do not have access to physical or mental health records created by a physician, psychiatrist, psychologist or other recognized professional acting in his or her capacity or to records created in connection with the treatment of the student under these conditions that are not disclosed to anyone other than the professionals providing treatment. A physician or appropriate professional of the student’s choice may review these records.
Procedures for Access Students must contact the Office of the Registrar to inspect and review their records. A University official may be present when the student inspects and reviews his or her educational records.
Amending Educational Records Students may request that any information contained in their educational records which they consider to be inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of their privacy or other rights
be amended or deleted from the records. (A grade or other academic scores may not be amended, except that the accuracy of recording the information may be challenged). Students who request that information in their records be amended must first direct their request to the official with primary responsibility for the information on the record. If the matter is not resolved to their satisfaction, students must direct their requests to the official’s dean or division head. If the matter is not resolved to their satisfaction, they may request a formal hearing.
Right to a Formal Hearing and Procedures for Decision. Students may request formal hearings to challenge information contained in their educational records. The hearing will be held in a reasonable time (not to exceed 45 days) and in a reasonable place. Students may be assisted or represented by persons of their choice, including an attorney, at the expense of the student, and shall be afforded a full and fair opportunity to present evidence relevant to the issue(s). Students or their representative must request the hearing in writing and must specifically identify the information they seek to have amended. The request must be directed to the Office of the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs. The Office of the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs will conduct the hearing and render a decision within a reasonable period of time after the conclusion of the hearing and the decision shall be based solely upon the evidence presented at the hearing. The student shall be notified in writing of the reason(s) for the decision and given a summary of the evidence. If the decision is that the information in the student’s educational records is inaccurate,
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misleading or in violation of his/her rights and privacy, the statement(s) will be corrected or expunged from the students records. If the decision is that the information is not inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of the privacy or other rights of the student and that the information or parts thereof are to remain in the student’s educational records, the student shall be notified and given the right to enter a statement in the records setting forth any reason for disagreeing with the decision of the Office of the Provost/ Vice President for Academic Affairs. This statement shall be maintained in the records as long as the record or contested portion thereof is maintained, and if the contested educational record or contested portion thereof is disclosed by Auburn University to any party, the student’s explanation shall also be disclosed to that party. The Secretary of Education has established a review board to receive complaints regarding violation of student’s rights. Students wishing to file a complaint directly to the review board must write to the Family Policy and Regulations Office, Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20202. Detailed procedures for filing a complaint are listed under Section 99.63 of FERPA and will be furnished upon request by the Office of Registrar, Auburn University.
Release of Directory Information The University may release directory information without the student’s written consent. Directory information consists of student’s complete name; local address and associated telephone number; place of birth; parent/spouse name, address and associated telephone number; mailing address and associated telephone number; E-mail address; photographs, video or other electronic image; participation in recognized activities and sports; weight and height of members of athletic teams; dates of attendance; enrollment time status (full or part time); degrees
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and awards received; and most recent previous educational agency or institution attended.
designated the National Student Clearinghouse as a University official.
A student may deny the release of directory information by completing an Address Change/Information restriction request form available in the Office of the Registrar, 100 Mary Martin Hall. Students may also restrict directory information on tigeri. To deny the release of information regarding participation in recognized activities the student must notify the Vice President of Student Affairs and the student’s academic dean in writing. To deny the release of athletic information, the student must notify the director of Athletics in writing. A former student, one who is not in attendance, must contact the appropriate offices to deny the release of information.
2. Officials of another school in which the student intends to enroll upon request of the transfer school.
Release of Educational Records The University will release a student’s educational record(s) upon the student’s written request. The student must: 1. Specify the records to be disclosed; 2. Include the purpose or purposes of the disclosure; 3. State the party or parties and the address to whom the information is to be disclosed. The student shall, upon request, receive a copy of the record that is to be disclosed. It is University Policy to furnish single copies of a student’s record at no charge. The University may release student’s educational records to the following without prior written consent: 1. University officials who have a legitimate educational interest in the records. University officials are defined as teachers, administrative personnel and other employees except personnel of the security or law enforcement unit of Auburn University, and other agents acting on behalf of the University. If University officials are required in the performance of their duties to review the educational records of a student, this will be considered to be a legitimate educational interest. Auburn University has
3. Government representatives of the Comptroller General of the United States, the Secretary of Education, the U.S. Commissioner of Education, the Director of the National Institute of Education, the Assistant Secretary for Education, State educational authorities, and State officials to whom such information is specifically required to be reported or disclosed by State law adopted prior to Nov. 19, 1974. 4. Appropriate authorities in connection with financial aid with the understanding that only the necessary records will be released. 5. Organizations conducting studies for, or on behalf of, the University or its agencies for the purpose of developing, validating, or administering predictive tests, administering student aid programs, and improving instruction and student life provided that the studies will not permit the personal identification of students and their parents by individuals other than representatives of the organization and provided that the personally identifiable information furnished will be destroyed when no longer needed for the purposes for which the study was conducted. 6. Accrediting organizations to carry out their accrediting functions. 7. Parents of a dependent student as defined in Section 152 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954. University officials may release educational records to parents on the basis of a written documentation from the parent that the student is a dependent as defined under the Code and there is reasonable notification of the student regarding the request.
standing that only information essential to the emergency situation will be released, that information will be released only to a party who would be in a position to deal with the emergency, and that the student will be notified insofar as possible of the information released, the purpose for the release, and to whom the information was released. 10. No personal information on a student will be released without a statement from the University to the party receiving the information that no third party is to have access to such information without the written consent of the student. 11. Each office with educational records will maintain a record of each request and disclosure of personally identifiable information from the educational records of a student except for information requested in writing by the student, information released to the student or the student’s parents, directory information, and information released to University officials and teachers who have a legitimate educational interest in the records. The student may inspect the record of requests, disclosures and the legitimate interests of parties requesting or obtaining information in the appropriate University office.
For more information or questions please contact the Office of the Registrar at 334 . 844 . 2544
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New Student Act still on schedule Hayley Blair
Five mistakes to stop making LANE JONES INTRIGUE@ THEPLAINSMAN.COM
The start of a new school year offers students a fresh slate. It’s a time to make resolutions, abandon old habits and embark on the road to a better you. At Auburn, there are a few past errors we keep promising ourselves we won’t return to. Here are five mistakes we will all stop making this year (we hope). Tripping on the concourse: The concourse is uneven, but I don’t have to tell you that. You have scuffed shoes, scraped knees and your own searing public humiliation as evidence. The slightly raised bricks on the concourse are nearly imperceptible to the naked eye— but when you trip over them, you can be sure everyone will see. This year, it’s time to stop embarrassing yourself in front of the organizations lining the concourse. Take a piece of chalk, outline the offending bump and avoid it at all costs. Getting lost in Haley: From freshmen to fifth years, there is not one among us who can claim to understand the layout of Haley Center. No matter how many classes you’ve had there, you still routinely find yourself wandering through its dark recesses praying you don’t encounter a Minotaur. This is the year you finally nail down that complex mnemonic device ( four...for Foy...), or maybe just
memorize your route to class and never deviate from it. Making proximity friendships: At the beginning of every fall semester, you’re guaranteed to meet some people you won’t know by spring. These are called proximity friendships because they arise from convenience, not compatibility. It stands to reason that you might find friends you share more with than that guy lurking around the lobby of your dormitory at 2 a.m. Join organizations, volunteer or find a church where you can meet like-minded peers. This year, you’re not going to settle for Steve just because he lives next door and owns a BluRay capable television. Taking 8 a.m. classes: You never wake up for them, and when you do manage to drag yourself out of bed, you wish you hadn’t. No amount of core credits or graduation requirements is worth the self loathing you feel at the sound of your alarm. This year, you are starting your classes at 10 a.m. Relying on AU Alert: The concept of having breaking news sent straight to your phone was revolutionary. No more waiting around for an email or call during an emergency. However, the AU Alert system seems to still be working out some kinks, like sending students an emergency message at 4 p.m. for a tornado warning that ended at 12 p.m. At that rate, you’ll be in Oz long before Auburn tells you to take cover. This year, just turn on the weather channel.
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Construction is still on schedule for the new student recreation center, according to Adam Sardinha, assistant marketing director of Campus Recreation, and a grand opening for the recreation center is being planned for spring 2013. The building was designed to cater to a wide variety of interests, and Sardinha said he is looking forward to seeing student reactions. “We wanted to excite the students and make sure we’re providing them the best amenities possible, so we have a 50-foot rock climbing wall that we’re very proud of,” Sardinha said. “We also have a tiger paw spa that will seat about 45 students.” The number of fitness
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The new student recreation center is still on schedule to open spring of 2013. classes will increase from 100 per week to about 150, and a special tower has been designed to hold these types of group exercises. “Each floor is going to have a dedicated space for each type of training,” Sardinha said. “The very top of the facility will be a mind/body studio, so yoga classes and pilates classes. It will give you a pretty nice view
of the surrounding area.” The current student activities center will be completely replaced by the recreation center, though no plans have been made for the old building’s future use, said Scott Harper, associate director of Campus Recreation. “The Student Activities Center is a solid building and will not be torn down,” Harper said. “The Student Activities Center will eventually serve Auburn University in ways other than a recreation building.” Harper said he is grateful for the patience Auburn students have shown as construction continues. “With all the construction and detours, students have continuously shown up in large numbers to use the Student Activities Center with little to no complaints,” Harper said.
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Students speak out about their favorite professors Nathan Simone ONLINE EDITOR
Every year, students ask themselves the same questions. Which class to take, what time to attend and the ever-important, which professor? As we move toward the start of school, I want to provide students with a top 10 professors list. Of the 10 professors listed, five are the top professors according to RateMyProfessor. com and five are the top according to University students. All ratings should be considered opinion only. Favorites according to RateMyProfessor.com. All of these professors have received a 5 out of 5 rating on RateMyProfessor.com, and the reviews quoted are from unknown students.
•Joni Richards—Communications: “Mrs. Richards is the best! She is SO clear in what she wants from her students when it comes to the speeches. Seriously, just follow her directions and put in the effort and you can get definitely get an A.” •Amy Rauer—Human Development & Family Studies: “Dr. Rauer is absolutely phenomenal! I loved her class. She is very knowledgeable and also very, very interested in the subject material, so she makes class interesting for her students as well. Her assessments are accurate and fair. She really cares about her students and making class work for their learning styles.” •Rachael Padilla Boboian—Foreign Languages–Spanish: “LOVE, LOVE, LOVE her. I looked forward to Spanish just
because of her. Not only is she a patient and a clear teacher, she cares about everyone and is friends with all of her students. She was an awesome teacher, person and friend.” •Sean McNichols—Mathematics: “Mr. McNichols is an awesome teacher! He is very clear and thorough in the explaining of concepts. I hate math for the most part, but actually enjoyed learning calculus. He is almost always upbeat and excited which helps in keeping things interesting.” •James Corman—Business: “BEST TEACHER EVER! All his classes have real world applications so it’s not a waste of time.” Favorites according to Auburn University students. •Clifton Perry—Political Science: According to Jacob Dean, sophomore in political science:
“Dr. Perry is the first professor I’ve ever had that was willing to give up his free time (including nights and weekends) for students to genuinely learn the material if they were struggling in class. It’s refreshing to encounter a professor who is totally committed to his students and the profession of teaching.” •Thomas Beard—Economics: Courtney Oliver, sophomore in public relations, praises Beard: “He’s really funny and makes his lessons easy to understand. Needless to say, I made an A!” •Michael Milford—Communications/Journalism: Teresa Henderson, junior in RTVF, said Milford had “…lectures filled with information and laughs. Not only did he teach me how to use rhetoric, he exemplified it in class. Overall he was a challenging but inspiring teacher.”
•Katharyn Privett—English: According to Alessio Summerfield, junior in RTVF: “She inspires her students and allows her classes to be as creative or simple as the students would like it to be. She’s very free flowing with her lectures, going from one style to another, all while keeping the students engaged and making them feel like they’re working towards a primary goal.” •Mark Byrne—Chemical Engineering: Jishnu Saha, recent graduate in chemical engineering, said, “Dr. Byrne is by far the best mentor any student can ask for. He treats undergrads with the same importance as his graduate students and is always finding opportunities to help build careers. He always makes sure his students get the recognition they deserve.”
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Downtown is the place to be TJ Harlin CAMPUS@ THEPLAINSMAN.COM
One of the great parts about being a student at Auburn is the nightlife. Whether you are trying to find a big party or just want to catch a movie, there is always something to do once the sun goes down. A favorite nighttime destination for many students is Auburn’s downtown scene. The main attractions downtown are Skybar Café, 17/16, Moe’s Barbecue, Quixote’s and Bourbon Street Bar. Each of these establishments brings a different atmosphere to the downtown area, and all can be a great place to relax and unwind after class-
es and on weekends. For students over 21 years of age, these establishments offer drink specials, live music, bingo, karaoke, beer pong tournaments and other forms of entertainment nearly every night of the week. Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays draw the biggest crowds, but the bars are still busy other nights of the week. Downtown is also popular on football weekends. Downtown Auburn becomes home for thousands of students, faculty and fans from out of town. “My favorite night to go out is Wednesday,” said Devery Ernest, junior in accounting. “It’s nice to have that break in the middle of the week.” If you are not 21, a visit downtown can still be a fun, albeit sober, activity. Every bar list-
ed above, except for Moe’s Barbecue, allows patrons that are at least 19 years old inside on most nights. However, they typically charge a cover fee to enter. These covers are usually $5-$10 and can be worth it if all of your friends are at the bar. Late-night dining also draws patrons to our downtown district. Little Italy serves beer, pizza and Italian dishes until 2 a.m. Waffle House, McDonald’s and Checkers are all within walking distance and are open late to accommodate those with appetites for high-calorie food after midnight. Skybar Café will also begin serving food this fall. Though it’s not for everyone, downtown Auburn is a fun place to go for those that wish to unwind and have a good time. Just be on your best behavior.
As football season nears, make it all about the X’s and O’s.
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Rolling Toomer’s Corner settled; fate of Oaks still in question Hayley Blair CAMPUS EDITOR
A definite plan has been arranged for a Toomer’s Oaks replacement, though no word can be given from experts involved in the Harvey Updyke trial as to the trees’ true status. For this season, fans will still be permitted to continue the tradition of rolling the trees with toilet paper, although this does not mean the tradition will be able to continue in future seasons. Dan King, assistant vice president of facilities, said the University is working with the city to ensure the tradition of rolling Toomer’s Corner will not be interrupted in the future, though plans cannot be implemented until after the coming football season. “The city is going to replace the light poles on the four cor-
ners of Toomer’s so they can string some cables in between those poles,” King said. “That will allow a temporary rolling situation.” Facilities cares for the trees and prevents them from becoming a safety hazard by trimming their dying branches, a process which took place again last Wednesday. King said he’s seen firsthand how the trees have deteriorated. “A lot of the leaves are gone,” King said. “I’m not sure we’ve grown any new leaves. Every time I see the tree it seems to be getting smaller. We have to prepare for the worst.” Jim Cortese, an arborist from Cortese Tree Specialists, has been in touch with Auburn arborists ever since he first provided treatments for the Oaks, and he said the dying leaves do not bode well for the trees.
No method exists for recovering trees from herbicide, Cortese said, which makes the situation difficult for experts. “The people who make herbicides aren’t too concerned about bringing the trees back after they’ve been sprayed,” Cortese said. “Their goal is to kill the tree, so this is a new situation.” Plans are being made to find replacement trees, King said, though the trees will take at least two years to prepare and still more time to safely roll. Though prospects seem grim, King said hope may still exist for the Oaks’ survival. “They may live for 100 more years for all I know, but they may die in two years,” King said. “There’s nobody who can accurately predict what will happen.We let a team of experts determine the health of the trees
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The Toomer’s Oaks have undergone numerous treatments the last few months to attempt to improve their health. and the species to replace them with.We’re trying to determine how fast we have to make these
decisions. They look pretty bad, but they could linger for a long time.”
SGA’s HeAUrd That! is a new web site that enables students to voice their opinions, seek information and ask questions about academics, housing, dining, parking, facilities, student life, and more. Check it out at www.auburn.edu/sga
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SGA President Owen Parrish welcomes students back In an open letter to the student body, Parrish updates students on SGA activity during the summer Dear Students, War Eagle and welcome back! Whether you have been traveling to Los Angeles, Calif., the Hamptons in N.Y. or anywhere else in the world, we are glad to have you back on the Plains! I hope that all of you have been able to kick back and really enjoy this summer, and that you are excited to return.
Summer in Auburn has been a great one, and SGA has been hard at work to make our university an even better place for students. To outline some of our progress very briefly, we have worked with the Provost’s office to create Tiger Adviser, a mini advising location in the library to answer your questions. We have worked to continue to improve dining options and value, getting you more bang for your buck each time you buy on campus. We have also made progress toward a fall break and improved student life through the addition of various facilities improvements like bike racks, benches at transit stops and Weagle Water hydration stations throughout campus. Additionally, the Student Rec-
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r e ation and Wellness Center, an SGA initiative, is fully under construction.
The walls and rooftop are quickly coming together, and we are very excited to see this open in the spring as a service for students. SGA members have also been working hard to conduct blood drives, prepare for traditions like Hey Day and bring in another national championship for our favorite big cat, Aubie. This upcoming year will be packed with exciting opportunities, and I encourage each of you to capitalize on the chances that you receive. I urge you to learn inside and outside of the classroom, sacrifice your time to make Auburn a better place and invest in your friends and classmates. Auburn has so much to offer for each of us that we have no alibi for idleness; make the most of your Auburn experience! Please do not ever hesitate to
contact me if I can help in any way. My email address is owen@ auburn.edu and the SGA office is on the third floor of the student center. I always welcome any questions, concerns or ideas. Also, look for SGA on Facebook, Twitter and on our website for upto-date news and information. Our new feedback system (auburn.edu/heAUrdthat) is up and running and we look forward to hearing your opinions on key campus issues. I hope that all of you are able to avoid the Auburn heat as much as possible in these next few weeks and I wish you all the very best of luck in the upcoming year! God Bless and War Eagle, Owen Parrish SGA President, ’12-13
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Volunteering just around the corner for any interest GAMEDAY Here are a few opportunities available that may provide a good start for prospective volunteers. Hayley Blair CAMPUS EDITOR
1) The Louise Kreher Forest Ecology Preserve The Forest Ecology Preserve was donated to the University in 1993. It provides more than 30 trails for students to explore and education opportunities about plants and wildlife as well. It has also become a prime volunteer opportunity, with more than 5,000 students participating every year. Jobs include everything from maintaining pathways to leading education tours of the area. “There’s only one employee and 120 acres, so the volunteers are lifesavers,” said Preserve Administrator Jennifer Lolley. “Any student could gain a lot from working at the Preserve, especially students in education or people who work with animals.” Call 334-707-6512 for more information. 2) The Lee County Humane Society Two types of volunteer opportunities are available at the Humane Society. Shelter helpers feed and socialize with the animals at their own discretion, while core volunteers are on a stricter schedule. They must work at least two hours a week and attend an orientation session before being allowed to volunteer. In return, they are allowed to become more involved with the inner workings of the Humane Society. “A lot of our volunteers are students in a medical field or people who just have a heart for
animals,” said Stacee Peer, director of public relations. “Some of the pre-med students who volunteer on a regular basis even end up working for us. The volunteers help us provide better care for the animals and allow us more time to give them the things they need.” Call 334-821-3222 for more information. 3) Project Uplift With Project Uplift, volunteers are paired with children from low income homes whom they mentor every week. Responsibilities include planning activities like swimming or games and helping with homework. “We hang out with the kids and make sure they know if they have any problems they can come to us,” said orientation coordinator Keenan Ferguson. Volunteers must commit to at least six months in the program before time spent can be placed on a resume, but there is a large support system of Project Uplift participants on campus. “Anyone can do the program if they want. They just have to have a passion for kids,” Ferguson said. “The fact that you’re choosing to take the time out of your day to hang out with these kids is a blessing because they wouldn’t get a chance to do a lot of these things otherwise. That’s why I’d choose Project Uplift over any other type of volunteering.” Call 334-844-4430 for more information. 4) Keep Opelika Beautiful A local affiliate of Keep America beautiful, this organization
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Smoothies and Seoul add spark to Auburn cuisine Rebecca Moseley INTRIGUE REPORTER
Students making their way back to school return to several new options for dining in and carrying out. Since its opening in March, record-breaking heat waves have caused many summer students to flock to the highly-anticipated Tropical Smoothie Café, with its innovative array of healthy and energy-boosting smoothies. Breakfast, wraps, sandwiches, flatbreads and salads are also available. “The hummus veggie wrap I ordered was a bit spicy, but it was good,” said Caitlyn Komara, senior in social work. A popular dining and hangout spot with rave reviews is Bloodhound, or, as locals call it, the Hound.
It is located downtown on Tichenor Avenue, next to the public parking deck. The rugged, yet homey, atmosphere and meaty, homecooked menu options offer an old-timey Alabama feel to this college town. Bloodhound has drawn attention with intriguing food and drink options and specials such as the “Double Dog Dare Ya,” offering two-for-one hotdogs on Tuesdays and half-price signature drinks on Fridays for “Early Bird Happy Hour.” The American classic restaurant’s hearty eating choices are available for brunch, lunch and dinner. “Bloodhound’s brunch menu is ‘scrumdiddlyumcious,’” said Ben Manzano, sophomore in English. “I had the best biscuits and gravy of my life there. They
have one dollar mimosas, too.” It also offers many drinking choices, with more than 30 beers on tap, including the famous Andygator and the noteworthy Truck Stop Honey Brown. Select craft beers are available for $4 on Pint Nights Tuesday through Thursday. Bloodhound is also known for its extensive whiskey and bourbon list, offering 37 options that are mostly top shelf. Along with the large main dining room are two private dining areas, a separate music venue—with two bars, a stage with a custom barnwood and bullet bar and a local art display—as well as a large outdoor patio. Other than American classics, Auburn has a wide variety of international dining options that have become a defining feature of the multicultural community.
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“Auburn is a place of great diversity, which is exemplified by its cuisine choices such as the fresh and interesting concept of Auburn Caribbean Cuisine on South College,” said Jimmy Palmer, senior in marketing. Plaintains, curries, meats cooked with jerk spice and different types of roti are just some of Auburn Caribbean Cuisine’s selections. The ethnic menu options, hand-painted map of the Ca-
ribbean islands and bright colors are what give the restaurant a tropical feel. Palmer said he was highly impressed by the tenderness of Caribbean Cuisine’s pork and its large platter portions. Seoul BBQ on South College Street also offers a splash of culture with its Korean-style menu. Since its opening in mid-June, students have visited its downtown location for a rare spin on American barbecue. For those wary of trying new foods, the new eatery UpTown on Opelika Road serves American and Southern soul favorites such as baked chicken, burgers and those famous Southern side dishes. UpTown also hosts live music events on the terrace adjoining the restaurant from the backside.
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Poll results expose generation of “slacktivists” Nathan Kelly OPINION@ THEPLAINSMAN.COM
In a speech he gave to a crowd of college students in Maryland, President Obama pleaded his case for a similar election to his 2008 victory over John McCain. “Change comes from the bottom up,” Obama said. “Change happens because of you.” “There’s an election coming up that’s going to say a lot about our future,” Obama said. “The American people need to know who is trying to sway their elections.” I’m not sure who Obama is kidding; anyone that’s ever run for president tries to sway votes
with political ads. The guy does have a way with my generation, though. In 2008, Obama reeled in 66 percent of the votes from voters 18–29 years old. Interestingly enough, after four years’ worth of watching an economy going bad and a job market declining, the college-aged voters have increasing numbers for Obama’s overall approval rating. According to the IOP poll, 18–29 year-old voters have increased approval ratings by 6 percent since November. In that same poll, 77 percent of voters think “creating jobs and lowering the unemployment rate” are the most important issues pertaining to their age group. I don’t get it. It could be young voters just voting for the lesser of two evils, because presidential nominee
Mitt Romney’s approval among the young vote is dismal. In a PRRI poll, only 32 percent of young voters found a “favorable view” of Romney. The poll nonsense doesn’t stop there. In a poll released by the Wall Street Journal, 40 percent of young voters believe Romney has the best ideas out of all the candidates for improving our country and fixing the economy. Obama came in a close second at 34 percent. All of this polling and margin of error gibberish is just there to show us a rough, but slightly accurate, perspective for a national view. As far as a local perspective goes, I can provide some. It’s no secret that the state of Alabama is, has been and will continue to be a conserva-
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According to an IOP poll, only 22 percent of college students are ‘politically active.’”
tive, Republican-biased state. Just walk into Price’s Barbecue House tomorrow, and I bet Fox News will be on every television. Does this stereotype reign on Auburn’s campus? Maybe more so than other universities, but Auburn brings a variety of people with different political views from all over the country. Judging by the people I talk to the most, Obama sucks; Romney is okay; and the vast majority couldn’t care less about either.
That seems to be the true way the nation’s youth feels. According to an IOP poll, only 22 percent of college students are “politically active.” The same poll marked 54 percent of the young vote agreeing that officials they have elected into office seem to be motivated by selfish reasons. My generation may be full of a bunch of “slacktivists,” but one sure fire way to not get our support is to be “motivated by selfish reasons.” According to most of the polls, Obama leads in the youth vote throughout the country. However, with only 22 percent even paying attention to politics, the real answer to that question is that relatively no one will be getting the young vote in November.
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Presidential Face-Off Zeke Turrentine COMMUNITY BEAT REPORTER
With each fourth year in America, fall brings tides of both overwhelming political hoopla and paralyzing apathy to college campuses with students tending to fall in one group or the other. Some act like the particular election we experience in college will forever shape the world and try to make sure everyone knows the gravity of the situation. Usually included in this group are the people who shout about how either candidate will ruin this country and make
Obama
it unrecognizable, although if they’re using these sorts of hyperbole, they are probably insufferably ignorant of most of the politics and issues. Others of us—surely the larger group—are turned off by all the posturing and voice raising and simply tuneout what is going on in the world of politics, especially during the summer and fall leading up to a presidential election. Many of the students in this group have been badgered by a friend from the first group into a deep, deep indifference or even into actively despising the government and all forms of participation in it. Others
simply don’t feel they have the time in their days to read or watch news and follow current events. This fall, we need to care about the election. We need to be actively participating in the political discourse that is shaping the country’s future. Students should care about their values and their future when deciding whom to lend support to, regardless of the election being federal, state or local, but particularly in a presidential election. The following information was found at www.whitehouse.gov and www.mittromney.com.
The Candidates and the Issues
Romney
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Pro-choice Pro Pro
Abortion Tax increase on top one percent
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Further investment in nuclear power
Pro
Pro
Taking measures to reduce possession of nuclear weapons in Iran
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Pro Pro Pro Pro
Increased gun control “Obama”care
Anti Anti
Reform of legal immigration system
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Same-sex marriage
Anti Pro
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Two-state solution for Israel and Palestine
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How to cast your vote in 2012 Ben Croomes OPINION@ THEPLAINSMAN.COM
Voting is an indispensable component of our democratic process. It is the one chance we get to make our voices heard on a national, state or community level. Whatever your political affiliation, your ability to vote puts you in charge of elected officials. The best part is registering to vote couldn’t be simpler. If you would like to vote here in Auburn, you have a couple of options. You can go to the Driver’s License Office or the Department of Human Re-
sources, both in Opelika, and pick up a voter registration form. You can also register by mail. Just type “vote” into the search bar at the top of the Auburn website and click on the first link in the search queue, which takes you to a PDF of the voter registration form. All you have to do is mail the form to the Lee County Board of Registrars Office at P.O. Box 1530 Opelika, Ala. 36803-1530. After you mail in or turn in your registration form, you will receive a registration postcard that verifies your status as a local voter and tells you the location of your voting precinct. If you prefer to vote as an absentee, just go to AlabamaVotes.gov and fill out an absentee ballot application. Once
you fill out the application, mail it to the Absentee Election Manager for Lee County, 2311 Gateway Dr. Room B-219 Opelika, Ala. 36801. If the elections of 2000 and 2008 have taught us anything, it’s that your votes matter. Although politicians seem to be the only ones with power, they actually work for you, which is a responsibility you shouldn’t take lightly. It is a simple act that can change a nation. Voting is your right as an American citizen, and you should exercise that right as much as possible. Inform yourself about the issues, learn about the candidates and what they stand for and get out there and make a difference.
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This summer at Auburn was not one to be forgotten . Despite being a town known primarily for its football team, Auburn made national headlines countless times for the good, the bad and the horrific. As students escaped the normally tranquil summer town, so did the news as the city experienced the finding of a new species of spider, a tuberculosis scare, technological innovations and architectural rennovations. Heading into a new semester, here’s a look back at what you missed, what we gained and what we lost.
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Alabama Governor Robert Bentley signed House Bill 658, a revision to the immigration law H.B. 56. Bentley controversially signed the bill after admitting he didn’t think the “revisions” made in the bill actually fixed the concerns held by both himself and the state’s citizens. Pressure from legislators threatened to end any chances of passing a revision into law. “The bottom line is there are too many positive aspects of House Bill 658 for it to go unsigned, and I don’t want to lose the progress we have made,” Bentley said.
This Saturday night will live in infamy after a party at University Heights apartment complex ended with three dead and three injured due to gunshot wounds. Ed Christian died on the scene and Ladarious Phillips and Demario Pitts died later after being rushed to East Alabama Medical Center. The alleged shooter, 22-year-old Desmonte Leonard, was tried, and Judge Russell Bush found enough evidence of guilt to send the case to a grand jury, where Leonard awaits sentencing.
Tragedy rocked Auburn again as 20-year-old Auburn student Dalta Garrett was killed in a car accident on Interstate 85 near Tuskegee. A junior in industrial engineering, Garrett was an Air Force ROTC cadet whose life was claimed after her car crossed the median and became part of a four-vehicle collision, according to Alabama State Troopers. Garrett’s mother and sister said Garrett swerved into oncoming traffic after a bicycle fell off the car in front of her in what her mother Vivian described as a “freak accident.”
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Saturday, July 21 Two pedestrians were struck by a 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser on Toomer’s Corner. One of the victims, Hector Hernandez-Corzo, was life-flighted to Columbus Regional Hospital while the other, 28-year-old Kathleen Holt, was taken to East Alabama Medical Center. They survived; however, three hours later 21-year-old Auburn University student Benjamin Carr was killed in a separate multiple-vehicle collision. BENJAMIN CARR
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Auburn alumnus and 2011 Miss Alabama USA pageant winner Katherine Webb finished in the top 10 of the Miss USA Pageant in Las Vegas. A native of Phenix City, Webb graduated from Auburn University in 2011 with a bachelor of science degree in business management and administration. After finishing in the top 10, Webb hopes to use her publicity to launch a modeling or acting career and wants to attend the New York Film Academy in New York City.
On the day of his jury selection at the Lee County Justice Center, Harvey Updyke admitted his guilt to the media again, this time to then-community editor Andrew Yawn. Updyke allegedly poisoned the hallowed Toomer’s oak trees; however, the case for him being the alleged poisoner is becoming harder to defend with these continuing admissions of guilt. The trial has been delayed until a date and location for a fair trial can be determined. Also on this day, former Auburn wide receiver Antonio Goodwin was sentenced to 15 years in prison for first-degree robbery.
Auburn’s already promising recruiting class for 2013 received another stellar commitment, this time from Reuben Foster, the nation’s No. 1-ranked linebacker prospect and second-best player overall, according to Rivals.com. Foster was originally committed to the University of Alabama and was playing for Troup County High School in LaGrange, Ga. On July 12, however, Foster announced his transfer to Auburn High School and his commitment to Auburn University. Foster and fellow five-star recruits Dee Liner and Carl Lawson give Auburn one of the top defensive classes in the nation.
Gov. Robert Bentley signed House Bill 2 on May 8 to make the common activity of texting while driving illegal. On Aug. 1, the law became official and enforceable. The law also includes emailing and instant messaging as additional offenses, with the first offense resulting in a $25 fine, the second in a $50 fine and the third in a $75 fine. With this, Alabama becomes the 38th state to make non-verbal cellular communication while driving illegal.
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Gene Chizik welcomes Auburn family home In an open letter to the student body, Chizik asks for the continued support of the Auburn community Dear Auburn students, To all of you who are returning as University students, I just wanted to say welcome home. To all of our new students and incoming freshmen, I welcome you to the family. You are now a part of something special that you really can’t explain to those who have not experienced it. You are now a part of the Auburn family. One day, all of you will look back at your time here at Auburn as some of the best years of your life. I encourage you to take full advantage of everything Auburn University has to offer. Most of all, I encourage you to take advantage of the world-class education available here. If you apply yourself, you will be as well prepared for a
successful life and career as any student from any other college. I also want to ask for your help. Auburn already has the best gameday experience in the nation. Like I tell our players, Auburn was made great long before any of us got here. Our job is to keep it great. I know that we can count on you to be the best student section in the country again this season. You’re a HUGE reason why we’re 14-1 at home during the last two seasons. Nothing means more to our players than seeing a full student section the moment they take the field. Get there early, be loud and stay loud from pre-game until the final second ticks off the clock. Let’s make Jordan-Hare Stadium the loudest, most exciting stadium in the country again this season. I thank all of you for your support for our team, and I wish you the very best of luck this academic year. War Eagle! Coach Gene Chizik COURTESY OF AUBURN ATHLETICS
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SEC faces big challenges on its way to the championship Coleman McDowell SPORTS@ THEPLAINSMAN.COM
What can I tell you about the SEC that you don’t already know? Auburn will be improved, but still a notch below the best. The best? Alabama and LSU, last year’s national championship game participants. The East is a toss-up between everyone not named Vanderbilt or Kentucky, as per usual. Newcomers Texas A&M and Missouri will realize early on (they host Florida and Georgia, respectively, the second week of the season) what life in the SEC is like. But there is an interesting trend that has permeated the
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With the first game of the season looming less than a month away, coach Gene Chizik continues to prepare his team. 2012 version of SEC squads that will provide fans with an unpredictable and captivating season: no one team has it all together, but almost every contender has amassed incredible talent the
past four years. One of the biggest missing pieces to each team’s puzzle is who’s calling the plays and who’s taking the snaps. Teams with returning quarterbacks have new
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offensive coordinators. Teams with returning coordinators will have new starters. Auburn, Florida and Texas A&M have both. But do you need continuity and talent from the quarterback spot to succeed? The best team in the league? LSU. The Tigers were undefeated through 12 games with Jarrett Lee and Jordan Jefferson sharing snaps, and because of Parkinson’s disease, offensive coordinator Steve Kragthorpe had to step down to solely coach quarterbacks during fall practice before the 2011 season. That’s about as unstable as they come. JUCO transfer Zach Mettenberger watched the ineptitude as quarterback from the sidelines last year, but the former four-star recruit is easily the best quarterback in Les Miles’ tenure. The best quarterback in the league? Tyler Wilson of Arkansas. Most quarterbacks would love to throw to just one of Greg Childs, Jarius Wright, Joe Adams or Cobi Hamilton. Wilson had all four at his disposal in 2011 and threw for 3,638 yards with 24 touchdowns. Even with only Hamilton returning in 2012, Wilson was primed for a run at the Heisman. But coach and offensive guru Bobby Petrino took his eyes off the road while on his motorcycle and wrecked, uncovering a scandal that led to his firing in April. The lesser Petrino, Bobby’s brother Paul, remains offensive coordinator, but Bobby’s absence will be felt. Instability. But will it matter? It’s not like anyone else in the conference has it figured out. Auburn is going through the second consecutive fall practice with the quarterback situation still in flux. It’s fairly obvious who will start, but new offensive coordinator Scot Loeffler’s scheme varies greatly from his predecessor, Gus Malzahn. Al-
abama has returning starter A.J. McCarron, but until last year’s rematch with LSU, his primary task was not to try to win games, but simply not to lose them. Georgia’s Aaron Murray, the league’s second-best signal caller, saw standout running back Isaiah Crowell kicked off the team this summer, and he has the unfortunate task of running plays called by offensive coordinator Mike Bobo. Sophomores Jacoby Brissett and Jeff Driskel will try and replace John Brantley at Florida. Both were equally atrocious (14–28, 120 yards and 1 INT combined) against Auburn last season, though they are fairly talented. New offensive coordinator Brent Pease has yet to name a starter. Steve Spurrier finally rid himself of Stephen Garcia, South Carolina’s oft-troubled quarterback for parts of the past three seasons, but top target Alshon Jeffery left for the NFL and stud running back Marcus Lattimore is recovering from a season-ending knee injury in 2011. And those are just the good teams. When you drop down to Barry Brunetti (Ole Miss) and Jameill Shower (Texas A&M), things get even bleaker. For the SEC to push its string of consecutive championships to seven, they will have to compete with teams led by Matt Barkley (South Carolina), Landry Jones (Oklahoma) and Darron Thomas (Oregon). Given the instability under center for many contending teams, this is the year to unseat the SEC’s run of dominance. No contender escapes September without a test of its new offense. Those that adapt quickly will survive and march toward Atlanta. Who will those two teams be? You’ll have to watch and find out. But you probably already knew that.
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Tigers set to play the spoiler this season Ali Jenkins SPORTS@ THEPLAINSMAN.COM
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Let me preface this by saying I love Auburn football. With that being said, 2012 will not be our year. Yes, the roster is stacked with talent on both sides of the ball. This season marks the third year the Tigers have had a top 10 recruiting class with the secondranked class in the nation in 2011, according to Scout.com. On offense, expect wide receivers Emory Blake, Trovon Reed and Quan Bray to lead the way in the air, but be on the lookout for freshmen Ricardo
Louis and JaQuay Williams to help out when needed. Then, there’s Philip Lutzenkirchen. For two consecutive seasons, we’ve watched one of college football’s best tight ends work out of the H-back position, but this year is different. Thanks to the new offensive coordinator, Scot Loeffler, Lutzenkirchen is back to being a real tight end, a huge bonus for the Auburn offense. The ground game is a different story. With the loss of Michael Dyer, the team’s leading rusher, it will be up to senior running back Onterio McCalebb to move the ball up the field. Although he is one of the league’s top outside threats, he rarely runs up the middle, and his size may prevent him from becoming an every-down back. That leaves sophomores Tre Mason,
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More than anything, this team is set to play the spoiler. The talent is there. The experience, although limited, is there too.”
Corey Grant and redshirt freshman Mike Blakely to pick up the slack. However, their youth and inexperience may be a major factor in their success. And don’t forget about center Reese Dismukes—the 6-foot 330-pound sophomore who came out of nowhere last season and was named an All-American. Special teams are an area that are once again stacked with tal-
ent. Junior kicker Cody Parkey and junior punter Steven Clark are back, meaning senior linebacker Daren Bates, who led the team with 104 tackles last season, will provide leadership and experience to the promising newcomers Kris Frost and Cassanova McKinzy. Add one of the nation’s top pass rushers, Corey Lemonier, and Auburn has a real chance of stopping the opposing offense, something they failed to do in 2011. But forget talent. This is NCAA football. Even more so, it’s SEC football, which means talent is everywhere. The key is experience. Yes, we have more experience than last year. We have 18 returning starters and, according to Phil Steele, are ranked the 94th most experienced team
in the nation compared to last year when we were dead last at 120th. But even with 18 returning starters, the team’s leader has yet to be decided. The race is down to sophomore Kiehl Frazier and junior Clint Moseley, but neither has been able to impress coaches Gene Chizik and Loeffler. Until the starting quarterback is named, the team’s season remains in the balance. That being said, the Tigers have a fair chance to improve on last season’s 8–5 record, but don’t expect a major run. More than anything, this team is set to play the spoiler. The talent is there. The experience, although limited, is there too. If both can come together at the right time, Auburn is poised for an upset.
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Predictions for the 2012 players hold promise PHOTOS COURTESY OF AUBURN ATHLETICS
Clint Moseley
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Based on experience, Moseley is the guess for starter. However, he did not participate in spring practice as much as Frazier due to a sore shoulder, and the extra time may be the deciding factor. He has proven himself a quarterback that can win in the SEC. If he can improve his efficiency and ability to make decisions on the fly, he may get a crack at the starting job. He completed 66-108 passes in the 2011 and five touchdowns to three interceptions. He also had a quarterback efficiency rating of 133.06.
Frazier is the overwhelming favorite to win the quarterback battle. He threw only 12 passes in2011, but proved his worth with his feet when his number was called. During the offseason, Frazier grew not only physically, but also as a leader on the field. Loeffler’s offense is focused on getting the ball to the star players. If Frazier gets his shot, we could see many connections with Lutzenkirchen, Blake and Trovon Reed. One of the most encouraging things said about Frazier’s improvements and abilities is his arm strength.
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Corey Lemonier
Coming off of a 2011 season where his numbers weren’t much flashier than 2010, as well as surgery on a torn labrum, expect Lutzenkirchen to have a big year. The biggest change to the offense from last year is the addition of the prototypical fullback Jay Prosch. Prosch will assume the role of lead blocking and protection, allowing Lutzenkirchen to get downfield and attack the seam. Lutzenkirchen will have more opportunities and likely be the No. 2 receiver behind Emory Blake.
McCal ebb’s biggest asset heading into the season is his experience. His biggest competition in 2010 and 2011, Michael Dyer, has been dismissed from the team. Another advantage is Loeffler’s pro-style offense. This offense utilizes the tailback more than Guz Malzahn’s did. Expect McCalebb to have more carries than the last two seasons, but unless he puts on more weight, they will mostly be outside of the tackles. His biggest competition this year will come from sophomore Tre Mason.
Anchoring the defensive line will be Lemonier. The best part of his game will be his ability to pass rush. He is fast and good at getting extension with his hands. He is entering the season 20 pounds heavier than last year, an advantage when facing larger tight ends. He has room to improve in his run defense. If Lemonier can stay explosive off the line and disrupt plays at the line of scrimmage he will become a more balanced defensive end and potentially one of the best in the SEC. Compiled by John Holtrop
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Newcomers to the SEC have the chance to prove themselves John Holtrop SPORTS@ THEPLAINSMAN.COM
The 2012 season will mark the SEC’s first with 14 teams. With the exception of added traveling distance, the Missouri Tigers and the Texas A&M Aggies will bring talent and tradition to the already stout SEC. At the SEC Media Days, the questions and comments taken on by the Tigers and Aggies revolved around how tough it would be for the teams to make the transition from the Big 12 to the SEC. The consistent responses from the two teams were that they were ready and unwilling to back down from the compe-
tition. The numbers don’t lie. They will be entering a conference that boasts the last six national champions as well as one that prides itself on playing smashmouth football on both sides of the ball. The Missouri Tigers are coming off of a slightly above-average 2011 season, finishing 8-5 overall, 5-4 Big 12. But there are some bright spots from last year that they will be bringing to the SEC. In 2011, the Tigers boasted the best rushing offense in the Big 12 and the No. 12 offense nationally. One of the best dualthreat quarterbacks in the FBS, James Franklin, will be commanding that offense. Franklin put up 2,733 yards and 20 touchdowns in the air as well as racking up 839 yards and 13 touch-
downs on the ground in 2011. Franklin will also have a couple of big targets returning in 2012. Senior T.J. Moe and junior Marcus Lucas were as reliable as any receiving corps and helped pad some of Franklin’s numbers throughout the season. Their offensive line is a different story. The Tigers lost three starting linemen from last year and are considered undersized compared to most others in the SEC, especially against traditionally larger defensive linemen. Star running back Henry Josey will also not be returning. Even with their high-powered offense, the biggest question is how they will fare against the fast and dominant SEC East defenses. It will be interesting to see how the Tigers’ spread offensive will compare to some of the
SEC’s finest. Entering the SEC West are the Texas A&M Aggies who finished a marginal 7–6 overall, 4–5 Big 12. Their record and tendency to blow halftime leads led to the firing of coach Mike Sherman and hiring of former Houston coach Kevin Sumlin. Sumlin has a steep task ahead if he plans on making a splash in the SEC West. With teams like Auburn, Alabama, LSU and Arkansas, the Aggies will struggle to steal wins. They return only 15 starters from last year and have been forced to replace star quarterback Ryan Tannehill. Sophomore quarterback favorite Jameill Showers will have a big target with wide receiver Ryan Swope, who decided to return for his senior year. Paired with five-star running back Trey Williams, the Aggies may have
a chance to put some points on the board. Texas A&M’s biggest contribution to the SEC is the tradition it brings. It starts with Kyle Field in College Station, Texas that sits 82,589 rowdy fans. Labeled as the 12th Man, Aggie fans are led by Yell Leaders that host events such as The Midnight Yell that fits in comfortably with many other SEC traditions. Look forward to the chant “Gig ‘em’” becoming a household name in the west division. Only time will tell how successful the SEC newcomers will be in 2012 and years to come. Both teams will have their chance to prove what they are made of early in the season as Missouri plays host to Georgia in its SEC opener Sept. 8., and Texas A&M hosts Florida at Kyle Field on the same date.
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Tigers face crucial rival in season’s first game Ali Jenkins SPORTS@ THEPLAINSMAN.COM
August is quickly coming to an end, and with that comes the start of Auburn football. In just 16 days, the Tigers will make their 2012 debut against Clemson at the Georgia Dome in the Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game in Atlanta, and to say it’s a mustwin is an understatement. As Auburn athletes, students and fans, we know there are few things more painful than a season opening loss. Why? Because we, the Auburn family, are proud. Proud of our team; proud of our traditions; proud of our legacy.
In 2010, the Tigers rallied behind Cam Newton to beat Clemson in overtime at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Then came the 2011 match, a game most of us are trying to forget. Auburn entered Death Valley looking to extend its 17-game winning streak, the highest in the nation. After scoring 14 unanswered points in the first quarter, the Tigers began to feel their lead, and their win streak, slipping away. By the start of the second half, all Auburn’s inexperienced defense could do was stand and watch as freshman quarterback Tajh Boyd and the Tigers put up Cam-like numbers, going on to win 38–24. Boyd finished the game with
386 passing yards and four touchdowns. Now, fast forward to Dec. 31. Auburn ended its season with an impressive, and unlikely, 43– 24 victory over the Virginia Cavaliers in last year’s Chick-fil-A Bowl. Clemson’s season-closer in Miami was a different kind of impressive. The No. 14 Tigers were completely humiliated by No. 23 West Virginia in the Orange Bowl. The Mountaineers set a bowl scoring record with their 70–33 offensive explosion. But that was last season. This is now. Game three. The rubber game, if you will. It’s the deciding factor, the series clincher and one of the most anticipated games of the
opening week. Kick-off is set for 6 p.m. CDT, giving a needed edge to Auburn. Last season, Auburn went 4–1 in night games, while Clemson finished the year 3–3. Defense may win games, but if the last meeting was any indication of what’s to come Sept. 1, Auburn must score and score early. Auburn has the talent to pull off a win, no question. But does it have the experience? Barrett Trotter is gone. Freshman Zeke Pike was sent home for the summer. Neither sophomore Kiehl Frazier or junior Clint Moseley has impressed the coaches enough to be named the starter. While Frazier looks to be the favorite, he has little big-game passing experience. Moseley,
who started six games last season after replacing Trotter, has more playing time, but he still has to prove himself as a playmaker. The biggest offensive hurdle is the loss of running back Michael Dyer, who led the team in rushing with more than 1,200 yards. Running backs Onterio McCalebb and Tre Mason need to have big games if Auburn hopes to pull out a win. Clemson’s offense remains unchanged coming into the season. Boyd now has the experience to coincide with a talented receiving unit led by sophomore superstar Sammy Watkins. The Chick-fil-A kickoff matchup is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. CDT, and it will be televised by ESPN.
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Personnel evaluations after two weeks of practice Andrew Yawn SPORTS EDITOR
Football’s here. It’s finally here. It’s time to start growing a beard and stop washing whatever pair of underpants you have on right now, because it’s almost fall, and Auburn needs every bit of luck to keep a zero in the loss column. Of course, every team has zero losses right now. However, as the nation looks toward the Aug. 31 and Sept. 1 Chickfil-A Kickoff games to begin the breaking of this 120-way tie, the Tigers know they have to get off to a fast start in order to not be left behind. Before all that begins, Auburn has to be prepared mentally and physically for another grueling SEC schedule. The Tigers reported to the Auburn Athletic Complex July 31 and soon built a steady rhythm as their practice schedule slowly evolved in difficulty. Shorts became pads and onea-days became two-a-days with two scrimmages in Jordan-Hare Stadium thrown in to break the monotony. And yet, battling the extreme Auburn heat on the field has not even been the most difficult part of fall practices so far. The first practice on Aug. 1 kicked off another installation of new offensive and defensive systems introduced by perhaps the two biggest signings of 2012 for Auburn: offensive coordinator Scot Loeffler and defensive coordinator Brian VanGorder. Gone are the days of the nohuddle spread offense run by Gus Malzahn in which a play was called by a single word or a hand motion. Running backs coach Curtis Luper said plays now include as many as 15 words or numbers, and wide receivers coach Trooper Taylor said his group has to do “three times the learning they’ve had before.” Junior quarterback Clint
Moseley is vying for the role of starting quarterback again, this time against dual-threat sophomore Kiehl Frazier. In addition to learning the intricacies of Loeffler’s pro-style offense, Moseley said he is also expected to know some of the defensive system as well. “They’re having the same inconsistencies as we are just remembering the amount of knowledge that’s being thrown at them,” Moseley said after the team’s first scrimmage. With the new systems, almost every player must act like an underclassman again. They must think while they play until the thought becomes instinct. “The effort is where it needs to be, but the execution is not,” Chizik said after the team’s first scrimmage. “Overall, the message will be inconsistency.” Although Chizik’s comments at the time were only referring to the scrimmage, he and his staff have reiterated that message daily. Whether that’s a result of poor play or a coach trying to keep his team’s confidence in check remains to be seen. On Loeffler’s side, offensive line coach Jeff Grimes has been charged with continuing Auburn’s vaunted rushing dominance as well as getting better pass protection. In 2011, a makeshift line allowed 32 sacks that moved the team backwards a total of 197 yards, good for No. 95 in the country in sacks allowed. This year, the line is still young, except for senior John Sullen. It showed in the second scrimmage when they were repeatedly flagged for false starts and misalignments as they adjusted to the timing. Besides easily fixed mental mistakes, they play of the offensive line has been solid. The same can be said of the rushing game in which senior Onterio McCalebb is locked in
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Auburn’s Philip Lutzenkirchen catches a pass behind defenders, from left, T’Sharvan Bell, Erique Florence and Ryan White. for a starting role. McCalebb has broken some of what junior middle linebacker Jake Holland called “explosive plays” from outside runs and stretch plays; however, his size and questions about his toughness running up the middle give the other backs on the roster something to play for. Sophomore Tre Mason has shown flashes that he can be the all-around running back Auburn needs and coaches have been continually impressed with his work ethic. Luper says Auburn will still need someone behind it who can produce for Auburn in the run-dominated SEC, but the addition of fullback Jay Prosch will help the progression of any running back. “I’m pretty certain that Onterio and Tre can help us win in this league, but we need a third guy to help us,” Luper said. Luper also divulged that fans will see more multiple running back formations on the field. As for the quarterbacks, Chizik said there has been no separation between Frazier and Moseley. Moseley is still nursing a
sore shoulder, yet he was able to make all the throws in the team’s second scrimmage without as much pain as he had been experiencing. As for Frazier, numerous players have said they see more leadership out of him than last year, but the fact that he hasn’t pulled away from Moseley while he was injured says he is still making some mistakes. Whoever is throwing the ball, it is already established that seniors Emory Blake and Phillip Lutzenkirchen will be catching it. Other receivers who have earned Taylor’s praise are Quan Bray, Trovon Reed and Deangelo Benton. Fall practice also marked the arrival of Melvin Ray, a former 2008 signee with the University of Alabama who quit playing minor league baseball to play football again—this time for the Auburn Tigers. On the other side of the ball, Auburn’s defensive line and linebackers have played well, but have still let up too many explosive plays, according to VanGorder. “You got a 70 play game, and
you play 66 of them real well and four explosive plays, that’s a bad game,” VanGorder said. Holland said his team gave up about nine explosive plays per game last season. “That’s unheard of; we have to cut that down,” Holland said. The secondary has also allowed some big gains, but stifling coverage has been able to force the quarterback into throwing out of bounds on several occasions. Safeties Ryan Smith and Jermaine Whitehead have learned VanGorder’s system quickly. They have the responsibility this year of not only playing the ball, but making calls to the rest of the defense, and so far they have excelled in each of those tasks. All in all, it’s just fall practice. A lot more preparation will be put in before Auburn reaches the Georgia Dome to start the season. However, Auburn’s progression will be particularly interesting to watch, and the Tigers aren’t viewing this season as a rebuilding year. It’s the SEC. They’re playing to win.
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Student football ticket prices still a good deal Justin Lee OPINION@ THEPLAINSMAN.COM
This fall, tens of thousands of Auburn fans and alumni will pack Jordan-Hare Stadium to see their team compete, and they’ll gladly pay exorbitant ticket prices to do so. Auburn has charged its football fans some of the most expensive admission fees in the SEC since winning the 2010 BCS National Championship, and ticket prices only appear to be on the rise. Last year, Auburn put $80 price tags on tickets to home football games against Florida and Alabama and charged
$70 at face value to see contests against Mississippi State and Ole Miss. Just for the sake of comparison, LSU charged its fans $50 at face value last fall to see its No. 1-ranked Bengal Tigers take on then No. 3 Arkansas. Auburn also charged $50 for a game the week before against FCS opponent Samford on homecoming. This year, Auburn students are feeling the effects of raised prices as well, as the cost of student season tickets reaches $140. It hardly even feels like a discount when you do the math, especially in 2012. This year, the Alabama game is off the home schedule and will be played away, and a neutral-site game against Clemson in the Georgia Dome leaves Auburn with seven
home games instead of the usual eight. Of those seven home games, three are against cupcakes, and those tickets will be scalped for next to nothing outside of the stadium on game day. Meanwhile, football is the only sport at Auburn that the athletic department charges its students for tickets. Three others designate separate student sections—men’s basketball, women’s basketball and gymnastics—but, like every other sport except football, admission is free with an Auburn Ignited card. Still, there’s a huge desire out there for student football tickets—so much so that the University can’t match it. Season tickets are a big deal for every student that has the opportunity to order them each sum-
mer, and they’re an even bigger deal to the underclassmen that miss out on them in their limited quantity. That’s because student tickets are still a good deal, even if the schedule is skin-and-bones and the outlook for this year’s team is bleak. The system may not be perfect, and the raised price may not offer the same value as before, but when it comes to SEC football at its finest, you’re still going to get the biggest bang for your buck. Student tickets may not be as cheap as they used to be, but it’s better than having to fork over for tickets at face value. At Auburn, student tickets are still the best deal around. You just have to pay a lot in tuition to get them.
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Fall movie list may not be the usual letdown Danielle Lowe PHOTO@THEPLAINSMAN.COM
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Fall has never been the season for going to the movies. Everyone knows the best movies are the summer blockbusters and the winter epics. Everything else consists of the predictable horror films and Oscar-bait dramas. Even with the upcoming football season to replace most students’ entertainment needs, there are still a few reasons to head to the movies this fall. The end of August marks the beginning of fall as well as the release of “Lawless,” a movie set in the height of prohibition and
centered on bootlegging protagonists portrayed by a postTransformers Shia Labeouf and Tom Hardy (“The Dark Knight Rises”). Labeouf and Hardy are backed up by an exceptional cast in a movie that probably won’t live up to summer action standards, but should provide some variety from the slew of comic book films. “Lawless” opens Aug. 29. For anyone anxiously awaiting epics like “The Hobbit” and “The Great Gatsby,” the new movie from the Wachowski siblings “Cloud Atlas” should satisfy. Judging from the 6-minute trailer, this film is bound to be as visually stunning as “Avatar” and rivals “Inception” in confusing plotlines. This new film from the creators of “The Matrix” will definitely be interesting. “Cloud
Atlas” opens Oct. 26. For the young at heart, Disney is releasing a new animated film this November. “WreckIt Ralph” is a film about an arcade game character who wants
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