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Presidential search will end this year Jonathan Resendez

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The Wesleyan presidential search committee continues to whittle down the list of applicants with hopes of appointing a president by the end of the calendar year. After Dr. Harold Jeffcoat resigned from the presidential post June 1, 2010, the university began advertising the position in scholarly journals such as The Chronicle of Higher Education. After trimming a list of more than 60 applicants, the committee hopes to make a cut by Sept. 15 and a final decision in the upcoming months, said committee member Dr. Marcel Kerr, associate professor of psychology. “[We need] someone who is going to be a public voice; someone with a proven financial record who will take our story and sell it,” she said. The 14-member committee meets once a month and may meet more often as the process nears completion. Kerr said the search has been a “smooth, enjoyable and positive” process considering the number of applications the committee is looking through. Committee members agree that financial responsibility and image preservation are top priorities in choosing a new president. “We want somebody that embraces our history but is very forward thinking,” said Beverly Volkman-Powell, chairwoman of the presidential search committee. “Over the past 10 years and under Dr. Jeffcoat’s leadership, we’ve developed strong fiscal principles for our university, and we want to continue that.” Student Government Association president Heath Scott, the only student on the search committee, said Wesleyan’s next president needs more than enterprise-oriented goals. “We need a president who can raise money for the university, but we also need a president who values the student,” he said. “All of our money is off tuition dollars. We need a president who understands this and who takes care of the students.” The board of trustees appointed Dr. Lamar Smith as interim president while the committee continues its search. Tied with Wesleyan for more than half a century, Smith has known seven presidents. He said Wesleyan needs a president who has the person-

Photo Illustration by Meisa Keivani Najafabadi

Professor explores listeria outbreak Shauna Banks

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Meisa Keivani Najafabadi | Rambler Staff The search for Wesleyan’s next president began June 1. The board of trustees appointed Dr. Lamar Smith interim president while the search committee examines applicants from across the nation.

ality, skill, energy and ideas to raise money. “We have the best board of trustees we’ve ever had,” Smith said. “We have more people of class, culture, education and interest in our school. We’ve got more supportive people on our board

than we’ve ever had.” The board of trustees is working on a strategic long-term plan with multiple goals to be in place

Parking remains the same, despite recent construction Melissa Bates

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Campus parking was redistributed although some students believe it has decreased. Ken Dunson, director of facilities, said Wesleyan lost about 75 parking spots due to the construction of the Mor-

ton Fitness Center but those spots have been moved to other locations on campus. “We built a parking lot on Avenue D just west of the Baker-Martin House,” Dunson said. “We added 15 spots there.” Polytechnic United Methodist Church is allowing stu-

dents to use 55-60 spaces in the east side of its parking lot across Collard St. from the church, Dunson said. Some students are unhappy that the fitness center has replaced their previous parking spots. “I like the fitness center; I’d just rather they hadn’t put it

there,” Evoni Darling, senior biology major, said. Wesleyan parking is closer to the buildings compared to other higher education schools in the area such as the University of Texas at Arlington and Texas Christian

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Online classes give students flexibility Rachel Peel

rlpeel@mail.txwes.edu

Imagine if students attended class without leaving their bedrooms. For some students this is an everyday occurrence. Wesleyan offers various undergraduate and graduate classes online. “Eight percent of three and four credit courses for grad students are offered online and 4 percent of undergrad classes are online this fall,” Wesleyan registrar Sherri Caraballo said.

Online classes aren’t for everyone, although they do offer some students a costefficient way to get college hours under their belts. “I think online learning can be a real opportunity for the right student,” Dr. Price McMurray, associate professor of English, said. For some students online classes allow an opportunity to adjust their class schedules to fit around their lives outside of school. “I choose to take all my

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Wesleyan security is cracking down on students and faculty who ignore parking rules and regulations. Director of security Felisa Barnes said security aims to hit hard the first time so everyone learns where to properly park. “Faculty wants to complain, but they won’t get the free stickers,” she said. • Security issued about 60 tickets the first week it started its enforcement.

Illustration by Rachel Peel

Students and faculty may soon think twice before biting into a hotdog or turkey sub. Assistant professor of biology Dr. Angela Roberts said the food borne pathogen listeria monocytogene, is most commonly found in ready-to-eat foods such as hot dogs and deli meats. The U.S. Department of Agriculture continues to issue recalls due to possible listeria outbreaks. Roberts has researched listeria since graduate school at Cornell University in New York, where she did her dissertation on the bacterium. “I started my undergraduate program interested in medicine, and then I had a summer research opportunity where I worked on a research project studying the bacterium that causes ulcers in humans, and that really turned me on to research, and I just really love the whole process,” Roberts said.

• All parking spaces, except for handicap, are available to everyone after 5 p.m.

• The library offers parking decals for faculty and students free of charge.

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Campus housing not necessarily a bargain

professor of theater and dean of freshmen, took on this job completely free of charge.He orgaEliana Mijangos nized IKEA furniture and a new Sports editor paint job to make these lobbies emmijangos@mail.txwes.edu feel more comfortable for residents. Along with the lobbies, several rooms have been re-carpeted Most of us agree that students are and painted. the heart of the Wesleyan communi“My room has been left unfinished ty, but are our needs being addressed? with no carpet,” said Suttan Burris, As of fall semester 2009, Wesleyan junior business major. institutional research indicated that As appreciative as we are for the 66 percent of students were living on lobby changes, students are finding campus. This percentage includes the more and more issues with the inditraditional student, 18-24 years old, vidual rooms. as well as non-traditional students, Elizabeth Hall was converted into who are interested in bettering them- singles, a nice change, but a change selves. coming with a price increase of apAs a student-athlete and campus proximately $800. This year, the cost resident, I feel it is necessary to look of living is $2,340 per semester. This at where funds for housing are being includes water, gas, electricity, trash, distributed. This past summer, reno- cable and Internet. However, this vations were focused on Stella and does not include the meal plan that Elizabeth Hall lobbies. Joe Brown, is a necessary factor for those of us

Chuck Fain Arts & entertainment editor cmfain@mail.txwes.edu

The tragedy of Sept. 11 was a despicable act perpetrated by hateful, cowardly narrowminded radicals. It was a dark day in American history, one that made us change the way we think about the world and our place in it. The tragic loss of so many American lives is appalling to this day. That said, this uproar about the inappropriately named “ground zero mosque” is hateful and un-American. Before you send me a hate email, at least hear me out. First, this structure of Islamic persuasion is not at ground zero or across the street where the “sacred” McDonalds lies – it’s almost two miles away. Combined with the fact that an actual mosque exists within a two-minute walk of ground zero, and several more within a short radius, the location of this particular building doesn’t seem so bad. I haven’t referred to the building as a mosque because it isn”t one. “Mosque” was just a name given to the building by the media. The project is actually called the Assata Islamic Center Inc. The Islamic center will include a basketball court and game room, along with a prayer room. This isn’t a traditional mosque; it is a recreational center with a quiet place. Now that we’ve straightened out the name situation, let’s look at the logic of the arguments against the Islamic center.

living on campus. These prices were provided by Wesleyan Student Services. Pati Alexander, vice president for enrollment and student services, said recliner chairs have been ordered for each room, but they are yet to be seen. Stella is the least expensive choice for on campus housing with doubles and a community bathroom for $1,560. Once again this price does not include a meal plan. With prices like these, technical and facility issues should be tended to in a timely manner. For example, Stella community bathrooms should be cleaned daily with the massive number of residents using the same showers two times a day. This is a simple change that should be made for health reasons, if nothing else. With the wiring to the light switch being the master control in his room, Stella resident Garison Hawley, sophomore kinesiology major, said, “I

Outcry over Muslim center unjustified

Pointing out these fallacies may be a moot point, however. Arguing about First Amendment rights and religious freedoms like my bleeding-heart counterparts won’t matter. For one, you can’t have a logical discussion with people who base their arguments in irrational emotion. These people are too preoccupied with being appalled to listen to reason. Second, religious freedom and First Amendment rights are only tolerated when there is a majority consensus. If it goes against the accepted social norm, that’s when problems arise. There are those who will shake their heads at this accusation, defensively saying that they are against terrorists erecting a trophy to their horrible deed, not against religious freedom. Those same people will tell you that they are also trying to preserve the memory of those who died on that tragic day. This defense, however, is wrong. The new Islamic center isn’t a shrine to terrorism; it is a peaceful gathering place for one of the world’s major religions. I’m all for rallying against terrorists — especially those who attack us. But when you protest Islam, the religion of peace, and the construction of a building for its worshippers, you are implying that all practicing Muslims are terrorists. This is hateful, ignorant and dangerous.

Only small sects of Muslims are extremists bent on cleansing the world of infidels like us. Of the 1.65 billion Muslims in the world, there are only about 200 active al-Qaeda operatives, according to a recent FBI report printed in USA Today. The vast majority of the Muslim population does not share the radical beliefs of this small fringe group. It would be like blaming all Christianity for the Ku Klux Klan. As for preserving the memories of those who died, the First Amendment and religious freedom are some of the most sacred rights we have as American citizens. The Sept. 11 tragedy was a direct attack on American people and their values. It would seem that, in light of such an attack, we should be even more steadfast about upholding characteristic American ideals. To go against the Constitution and core American beliefs in this manner does nothing but dishonor those who lost their lives. Denying these people a basic American freedom because of ignorance and hurt feelings is not only wrong, it’s unAmerican. By reacting emotionally to a situation instead of giving it the logical consideration it deserves, we make America an increasingly dangerous place for those in the minority, and for those who believe in its core values.

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can’t even charge my phone.” He said that every time he turns his lights off, his television and alarm clock go off along with them. When breaking down the numbers, staying in Elizabeth is equivalent to spending $942.50 per month over a four-month period. This number would include groceries, electricity and cable. Stella would be $747.50 per month with the same inclusive package. With prices like this, I would like to pose several questions: If you are a student who originated in the DFW area, is staying on campus worth it? Also, would you rather pay the same price for your own apartment off campus that would be maintained more completely? Kristi Alexander, junior kinesiology major, lives at Copper Creek, an approximate 5 minute drive from the school. For a one bedroom, she pays $730 per month including utilities and cable.

Jonathan Resendez Editor-in-chief

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The simplest things hold the most importance. Etiquette and common sense help a person achieve a goal quicker than ambition alone. Proper behavior goes a long way in the real world. However, some students don’t mind their manners and remain stunned when something goes wrong. You have a 4.0 GPA and you’ve been accepted into Harvard School of Law. Cool, make sure and say “please” and “thank you” when you pay for your lunch. Maybe, you’re the new basketball player who scores 100 points per game. Don’t be afraid to answer some of the teacher’s questions in class like the rest of us, please. Whether it’s the nation’s most prestigious university

She estimates a total expense of $100 for groceries which would total around $830, still cheaper than Elizabeth and as she said, “I have a stove, so I am able to eat healthier and cheaper.” Emma Fradette, junior history major, rents an apartment in Arlington at Polo Run, approximately 15 minutes from the school. With cable, electricity and water, she pays $760 per month. She estimated around $150 for groceries. If I were to stay in an apartment, with all expenses accounted for, I would still be allotted a pet fee in my budget. I would also have the benefits of more personal freedom and a safer surrounding. As an Elizabeth resident, I feel that my $942.50 per month should buy me the right to ignore a policy on quiet hours, the allowance of pets, and a fully-maintained, mechanically sound facility.

Good manners can make all the difference

or the line at Dora’s, common courtesy needs to remain a priority. The lessons our mothers taught us as children are our most effective tools for survival as adults. Not only do manners keep social exchanges running smoothly, they provide opportunities. Even the Kanye Wests and Terrel Owens of the world conducted themselves properly at some point to get where they are today. Respectful behavior isn’t just critical in professional and academic settings. Men’s Health reported that the majority of women ranked manners above income and physical appearance when choosing a mate. Many other magazines and websites list “proper behavior” at the top of the list of what men look

for in a woman’s character behind sense of humor. That’s another article. I’m not an overly polite person, nor do I lift my pinky when I drink coffee. But I treat the people that sign my checks with the same amount of respect as the people that cook my fast food. You never know which end of the spectrum you might wind up on. I’ll admit it, sometimes courtesy can seem awkward. But it’s better to look back at an encounter knowing you made a friend rather than burning a bridge because you were too hip. Whether it’s getting off the phone when you’re about to order a taco or waiting for someone to get off the phone before asking them questions—use your manners.

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How do you feel about the building of a mosque near ground zero?

Drew Cavender, junior mass communication

“I do not agree with them building a mosque at ground zero.”

Brooke Shelton, senior mass communication

“They should build something that would honor those that lost their lives.”

Zach Matthews, sophomore business

“I really do not like the idea at all.”

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Becca Hebron, sophomore finance

“We’re supposed to be a melting pot, so I don’t see a problem with it.”

Travis Patten, junior mass communication

“Manhattan island has had Muslim community centers for a long time without controversy.”

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University, Dunson said. “The furthest distance you Shauna Banks would have to walk from a sbbanks@mail.txwes.edu parking lot to a building is probably the distance of two The kinesiology department is now football fields,” Dunson said. calling all certified lifeguards looking for Wesleyan offers a total of an on-campus job. 1,218 parking spaces for stuThe kinesiology department now predents, faculty and staff. sides over Texas Wesleyan’s pool, which is However, some students located in the Sid W. Richardson Center are only on campus for night connected to the SUB. classes, some have classes evBecause of the switch from Student ery other day, some carpool Life to the kinesiology department, lifeand some ride the city bus. guard positions are now open to all certiBarbara Taylor, junior edufied lifeguard students—even those who cation major, said she wants a aren’t a part of the work-study program. parking structure on campus. Kinesiology department chair and “It would be nice if they professor Pamela Rast said some of the had more security to cover infrastructure inside the pool area has the facility; however, that Meisa Keivani Najafabadi | Rambler Staff may not be cost-effective,” not been updated since it was built. Efforts have already begun with painting, The kinesiology department extended the pool hours and plans on upgrading the Taylor said. though more updates are planned as the facility. Dunson said if Wesleyan department earns funds. had a key piece of property, “I think our plan really is to continue to and that goes on through the weekend,” the addition of a university lifeguard on improve the facility,” Rast said. “At some said Gayle Anderson, kinesiology depart- deck at all times while the pool is open. continued point and time, athletics may be looking ment secretary. Rental groups with more than 50 people at adding teams and that sort of thing. Rental fees are $60 per hour for busi- must pay an additional fee for another lifeclasses online, because my We want to be able to take the funds that nesses and groups, and $45 an hour for guard or bring one with them. we are making for the rental to outside non-profit groups, along with a refund“I’m glad that the kinesiology depart- commute is 45 minutes a groups and be able to put those funds back able $150 deposit. ment has control over it now because the day,” Mallory Baxter, liberal into the facility.” Rast said safety is the No. 1 issue for scuba group is in the same department studies major, said. Online classes give stuThe new pool hours are noon to 3 p.m. the kinesiology department. As part of and it only makes sense,” said Selena StewMonday to Friday for open-swim, with the upgrades, the emergency plan has art, lifeguard and senior music education dents the chance to work at after-hour rental options available as well. also been updated so the facility can be major. “They have done a fantastic job in their own pace and for some, “We have swim teams from all over the used safely. maintaining the pool and being more on to complete work weeks ahead of schedule. Baxter metroplex that rent our pool and practice, Rast said one of the biggest changes is top of things.” said her online classes let her finish a semester of work in a continued from page 1 shorter time period. McMurray said online Throughout her research, of that high mortality, and “I think it’s a major con- cooked foods is also ideal. classes are not for everyone, Roberts said she found that also the bacterium is a little cern. As we get better testing “Anytime you eat a raw though. He said motivated disease caused by listeria is unique in that it can grow abilities, I think we’re going food, you’re eating a higher- students do better online rare, but the symptoms can at refrigerator temperature,” to find more instances like risk food,” she said. than more casual students. be severe as they progress to Roberts said. As of Aug. 30, there are this that need to be brought Nicholas Demetre, junior affecting a person’s central Wal-Mart chains across to attention,” Nightingale criminal justice and politi- only 17 online classes ofnervous system, resulting in Texas pulled three brands said. “Food safety is every- cal science major, said more fered out of 410 three- and a 20 to 30 percent mortality possibly linked to the sal- one’s responsibility, from testing of American food four-credit hour undergrad rate. monella outbreak, includ- the producers to the con- companies need to be put classes. Posing the highest risk ing Hillandale Farms, Dean sumers end.” Wesleyan only offers four into place. to pregnant women, liste- Foods and Sparboe Farms. Roberts also stressed “Powerhouse corpora- online classes out of 53 ria can also cause stillborn Kendra Nightingale, who food safety. She said it is tions believe that they can courses for graduate stubirths or miscarriage. collaborated with Roberts critical when preparing throw their weight around dents, Caraballo said. It also remains a high risk at Colorado State Univer- food, to cook meat and by selling potentially danThere are both advantages for the elderly and young sity on her listeria research, eggs thoroughly. She said gerous and defective food and disadvantages to online children. also expressed concern over preventing cross contami- products in mass quantity and in-class sessions for stu“It’s a problem because recent recalls. dent and teachers. nation between raw and at a high price,” she said.

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then it would make sense to double or triple the parking on a flat piece of land by adding a parking structure, but he has not heard of such a plan. All open parking is first come, first served, he said. “I would advise people that commute to come as early as possible instead of waiting until the last minute,” Dunson said. “Go to The Grill, have a cup of coffee, then go to class.” After 5 p.m., Wesleyan has no reserved parking. A commuter can park in any lot on campus. “This is to encourage night students not to park on the street,” Dunson said. “Night students can park in the president’s spot, if he’s not there. They can park anywhere.”

from page 1 “The hardest thing about online teaching is that you don’t really feel like you are teaching,” McMurray said. McMurray said his online class and his in-class sessions are pretty similar. The slight difference between them is that his online class has more reading assignments and a discussion board. “Some disadvantages to taking online classes is that you don’t have an actual instructor every day,” Baxter said. Students and teachers seem to agree that as technology changes, so does the educational system from pre-kindergarten to collegelevel courses. “As more and more students become accustomed to online learning, it’s definitely going to change how we do things,” McMurray said. “It may be that the outcomes of online learning are better than traditional learning.”

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by the time a new president is appointed, Smith said. “We need to work with the city of Fort Worth to make our neighborhood more pleasant,” he said. “We need to think of the property around us and how much of that property we want or need or don’t need.”

Keeping up with technology is another focal point of the long-term plan. “Technology changes dayby-day almost,” Smith said. “It’s awfully hard to put new technology in old buildings.” Some students agree that Wesleyan needs a promotional boost.

Senior business administration major Robert Morton said he knows several students who chose Wesleyan as a fallback school. “I feel we have big competition,” he said. “We need someone who can convince a student that Wesleyan is better than TCU.”

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Chuck’s Cheap Thrills: Getting down in funky town

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Fort Worth offers many entertainment options for broke college students. Chuck Fain

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This fall, many freshman and new transfer students have made Wesleyan their home. If you count yourself among their numbers, you may be looking around and wondering what there is to do in the immediate area surrounding Wesleyan: not much. But don’t worry, just take a short 10-minute drive up I-30 and you’re in downtown Fort Worth. There’s plenty to see and do, even for a broke college student. The Chuck’s Cheap Thrills team created a list of places

to go and sites to see that will not only be entertaining, but light on the wallet as well. First is Sundance Square in downtown Fort Worth. With its striking architecture, clean streets and fascinating works of art, it’s like the nice version of Dallas’ Deep Ellum. Also, there are plenty of parking garages in Sundance, which are free after 5 p.m. on weekdays and all day during the weekend. An evening is easily spent just walking around and enjoying the sights. “I love being able to walk around Sundance Square

and have everything right there,” said senior music major Katreeva Phillips. “The Bass is right next door to the movie theater along with restaurants, coffee shops and a Barnes and Nobles – and that’s just one corner.” There are plenty of places to eat and drink for cheap. Chain restaurants such as Quiznos and Potbelly’s are on hand, as well as Fort Worth favorites like Riscky’s Barbeque, featuring karaoke 8 p.m. to midnight every Friday and Saturday, and Zippy’s All American Grill, which serves traditional food

such as hotdogs and hamburgers. If it’s drinks you’re looking for, and you are able to purchase said drinks, Sundance Square has plenty of places to quench your thirst. The Flying Saucer and The Library are college-friendly bars. These bars offer specials throughout the week and college night on Thursdays. For a more complete listing of bars and specials, see Chuck’s Cheap Thrills at www.therambler.org. Aside from eating and drinking, you can indulge in some culture in Sundance Square, too. Circle Theatre and Jubilee Theatre both offer top-notch entertainment for a reasonable price, which is even cheaper with a student ID. There is also the Milan Gallery, the Thomas Kinkade Gallery and the Sir Richardson Museum, which feature fine works of art and artifacts. Sundance is not all Fort Worth has to offer. There is also the Botanic Garden located just off University and I-30. This serene nature preserve is free and open to the public and is a great, and cheap, place

to spend an afternoon or to take a date. “I love the Botanic Garden. Sometimes I just take a book out there and enjoy the peaceful beauty,” said graduate counseling student Brandy Semrak. A little south of the Botanic Garden resides the nationally-known Fort Worth Zoo. With its new MOLA reptile exhibit and its acclaimed collection of animals, the zoo provides great entertainment for a nominal fee – and Wednesdays are half price. North of the zoo is the impressive Kimball Art Museum and the Museum of Modern Art. Both have stunning exhibits for a stunningly cheap price. The Kimball offers free admission to see their collection of permanent installments, and the Modern charges students $4 with ID. There is plenty more to see and do in Fort Worth, but half the fun is discovering it yourself. Hopefully, this will get you started on your journey to alleviate boredom and cultivate that social life. So get moving, cultural cultivation and city nightlife at a reasonable price are all only 10 minutes away.

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Greek life has grown on campus, and this fall several organizations want to show how much fun going Greek can be. Lambda Kappa Kappa, a community service fraternity dedicated to “creating a positive image for minorities on campus,” according to Wesleyan’s student handbook, will host a talent show on Sept. 17 in the mall. The show will promote Lambda Kappa Kappa and student involvement at Wesleyan. The auditions are open to all Rams, students, faculty and staff and will take place 5– 7 p.m. Sept. 8, 12:15–1:15 p.m. Sept. 14, and 5–7 p.m. Sept. 15. All auditions are held in Martin Hall. “We want to promote the talents of both students and faculty here at Wesleyan,” said sophomore political science Giovanni Monsanto. No faculty member is promised a position, as they will have to audition like everyone else, Monsanto said. However, there is one entertainer already set to perform. Known only as “Bill,” you may have seen this performer around the campus – he’s an older gentleman in a wheelchair who always carries his guitar. This free concert featuring entertainment and free food takes place 7:30 p.m. Sept. 17 in the Mall area. “The first half of the show will feature people reading poetry, spoken word performances, magic acts and dancing routines,” Monsanto said. “The second half will be the concert portion of the show, featuring our musicians.” For more information about Lambda Kappa Kappa, contact Giovanni Monsanto at 347-234-4625 or e-mail at gmonsanto@mail.txwes.edu. Alpha Psi Omega, the theatre honor society, also has an event planned for Sept. 17, but don’t worry – you can attend both. Alpha Psi will host a midnight showing of the movie The Hangover on the big white wall at Stella. There will be food and drinks for $1, as well as other fun gifts for students. “We really want to show our support of the school and its students, and to get our name out there,” said junior theatre major and Alpha Psi president Sarahi Salazar. “Some students don’t even know we have a theatre department. We hope this will raise awareness and get others interested in Theatre Wesleyan.” For more information about Alpha Psi Omega contact Sarahi Salazar at 817808-0965 or e-mail ssalazar@mail.txwes.edu.

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September 8, 2010

Eliana Mijangos emmijangos@mail.txwes.edu

Intramural sports are a way for students to get involved in the Wesleyan community. Junior varsity men’s basketball is one of the more popular intramural sports on campus “It’s a chance to really get a feel for college-level competition and develop individual skills,” said head coach Brennan Shingleton. Both coaches and athletes said work outs include conditioning, skill work and individual attention. “These young men have an opportunity to take advantage of one-on-one attention with great college coaches,” Shingleton said. This year, the Ram’s JV team has five returners and 10 new players. “We have the potential to be a really good team, working as hard as we do,” said Brian McDaniel, JV senior guard. The JV basketball teams plays half of the regular basketball season, approximately two months, and play against some of the top junior colleges in the area, Shingleton said. Damon Miller, JV sophomore power forward, said his experiences with this team in the past year have really helped him build up weaknesses and gain confidence. Anyone interested in joining the JV men’s basketball team can contact Shingleton at bshingleton@txwes.edu.

Eliana Mijangos

emmijangos@mail.txwes.edu

Meisa Keivani Najafabadi | Rambler Staff Rams at their home field against Ouchita Baptist Sept. 4

Red River Players of the Week

• Katherine Rosenbush, freshman volleyball middle blocker, was named Player of the week. • Evoni Darling, senior volleyball setter, was named setter of the week. • Marissa Rangel, junior volleyball defensive specialist, was named libero of the week. • Jessica Watton, sophomore soccer forward, was named offensive player of the week

Starlett dancers win at UDA Jacqueline Wittman

jwittman@mail.txwes.edu

The Starlett Dancers, Wesleyan’s dance team, had a successful summer of competition, beating University of Texas in home pom. The Starletts competed at the 2010 summer Universal Dance Association spirit camp in San Marcos and came home with three trophies. “The Wesleyan team is making a name for ourselves out of respect and ability,” said Starlett Amber Sanders. The Starletts won a trophy for third place in home pom after Louisiana State University and Oklahoma University, one for fight song and most improved squad at camp. After focusing on technical skills and difficulty, the Starletts said their creativity is what set them apart from the other teams. Their theatrical dance

came to life in home pom, said dance captain Margo Wring. The five dancers also received 15 individual ribbons in superiority and excellence and three ribbons in superiority with their trophies. “We all felt as one cohesive unit, and knowing what to expect this second year really helped us prepare our minds mentally,” Wring said. “We were able to really focus on learning dances and give everything when it was time to compete.” The Starletts received most improved for the second year at the UDA camp. Wring said they see their hard work paying off. “We look up to the UDA staff as dance role models and know we will be awarded for our never-ending effort,” Wring said. To get into top competition shape, the Starletts went

through a very grueling boot camp, Wring said. Team members began their day at 7 a.m. and often conditioned with the cheerleaders. Their workout consisted of running, learning new dances and perfecting their techniques. “Our conditioning added an element of fun because we were able to bond with the cheerleading team,” Wring said. Carolyn Ikens-Owen, coordinator of cheer and competitive dance, said the teams worked hard. “I’m really big on our dancers and cheerleaders being athletic,” she said. Although basketball season is their busiest time, the Starletts are continuing to give back to the community with their performances. An adult dance clinic will be offered to Wesleyan faculty, staff and students every Tues-

Upcoming Sports: Friday 9/10 Saturday 9/11

Tuesday 9/14 Thursday 9/16 Tuesday 9/21

Game

Time/Place

Volleyball vs. Graceland Tournament

Iowa

Men’s Soccer vs. Lubbock Christian Women’s Soccer vs. Lubbock Christian

Angie Ruiz | Rambler Staff Starlett dancers practice their award winning routine Sept 2

day and time Thursday from Sept. 14-30. The goal is to learn how to dance while working out and having fun, Wring said. The

cost is $20 for six dance sessions. For the second year, the Starletts will be at the Polytechnic High School pep rally at 2:15

p.m. Sept. 16. The following day, they will be performing at the Lambda Kappa Kappa freshman field day and concert on campus.

TWU Athletics At Texas Wesleyan, our team members are truly student-athletes. They bring in a

Home/ 3 p.m. Home/ 1 p.m.

Men’s Soccer vs. University of Science and Art Women’s Soccer vs. UniverHome/ 3 p.m. sity of Science and Art Home/ 1 p.m.

cumulative GPA of 2.84 and 35 2009-10 NCTTA National Champions: Table Tenis

percent have higher than a 3.0. With academic and athletic success, these students are

Volleyball vs. Our Lady of the Lake San Antonio, TX/ 5 p.m. Men’s Soccer vs. Schreiner Women’s Soccer vs. Schreiner

Intramural sports bounce into action

Rams go head on with OBU tigers Wesleyan men and women soccer teams faced the Ouchita Baptist Tigers Sept. 4. The women beat the Tigers 2-0 while the men suffered a 3-1 loss. Kayla Mason, junior defense, led the Lady Rams to victory scoring two goals in two shots. Mason was assisted by Erin Bethany, junior defense, who played a strong back row, head coach Josh Gibbs said. “All of the back row was good but Bethany was the real deal,” Gibbs said. Graduate assistant Brianna Mckernan said the ladies had a slow start. She said she agrees with Gibbs that the team has talent, it’s just a matter of getting them to work together. “We had a terrible first half but turned it on in the second,” Gibbs said. It’s just a matter of having a lot of new pieces and just sorting roles out.” One of the new faces is Jessica Watton, sophomore forward who was named Red River Athletic Conference Offensive Player of the Week for Aug. 23-29. The men’s soccer team was led with one goal by Chase Richeson, senior midfielder who finished with one goal, three shots and one foul. The men started strong with a goal in the first five minutes but dragged as the game went along. Defense suffered after the Tigers scored their first goal said student assistant Phillip Blocklinger. Ivan Kiovacevic, freshman forward ,finished the game with one assist, fourshots, one goal and one foul. “There was a little bit of improvement from last game, but we have a lot to work on,” Blocklinger said. Both Ram teams will face Lubbok Christian at their home field Sept. 11. The women play at 1 p.m., and the men play at 3 p.m.

winners in the classroom as well as on the field or the court.

Kerrville, TX/ 5 p.m Kerrville, TX/ 7:30 p.m.

2009-10 Red River Conference Champions: Men’s Basketball, Baseball, Softball and Golf

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September 8, 2010

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Soldier marches on

Professor of military science leaves post to serve country Dwight H. Conerway

dconerway@mail.txwes.edu

Texas Wesleyan’s professor of military science is bidding the school and American soil goodbye. Lt. Col. Rodney W. Joye received orders recently to report for duty in Afghanistan after three years at Wesleyan. “Shortly after I retired, I nagged the hell out of the Department of the Army, and they finally called me back in,” Joye said. “Some would say I’m pathetic, but I have always heard that retirement is doing what you enjoy doing on your own schedule. And that is what I have been doing.” Joye has worked with LT. COL. RODNEY JOYE the Boy Scouts and the Civil Air Patrol where Joye’s desire to return to the military finally he helped eight young paid off when he received deployment Photos by Meisa Keivani Najafabadi | Rambler Staff men get college schol- orders to Afghanistan from the Army at Joye stands next to the 1943 small armored vehicle he purchased with his credit card and restored at arships. One of those the age of 56. “I have always heard that home. “When I retired, I wanted to preserve the history of my career and maintain my sanity,” Joye said. young men is 2nd Lt. retirement is doing what you enjoy doing “Although it took me eight years to convince my wife Carla to let me do it, she finally allowed me to Adam Norris, who just on your own schedule. And that is what I purchase it.” graduated from West have been doing,” he said. Point Military Academy. Two of Joye’s three chil- that I had to go and get an said. “The real irony is that and to maintain my sanity,” his wife have separated be- taught me a lot.” dren, Rodney and Victoria, education to accomplish I was the most god-awful he said. “Although it took cause of his deployment. Second-year Texas Wesattend West Point. that, so here I am,” Joye student in high school — me eight years to convince “I am better prepared leyan law student Cadet “I am an average guy said. lazy and rebellious. But my wife Carla to let me do this time than I was 11 Blake Circle said he was who can be just as lazy or Joye said he found that the Army changed that be- it, she finally allowed me to years ago,” Carla Joye said. sad to see Joye go. just as fired up as anyone the military opened doors cause it was performance- purchase it.” “I hope he does not bring “I will miss him and will else, but I am still a soldier for all kinds of other inter- based.” Joye said he purchased a souvenir as big as that never forget his teachings at heart,” Joye said. “I love ests that became secondJoye’s love of the military the vehicle from a salvage thing home this time. I just that good leaders look at the Army and still love do- ary, but that the Army was carried on after he left the yard so cheaply that he want him to return safely.” things from all perspecing the military stuff.” a good channel to lead him service. He bought a 1943 used his credit card. Rodney Joye, Lt. Col. tives and all sides,” he said. Joye said he began his to his goals as a soldier. model small armored veJoye said his greatest Joye’s eldest son, said he “He is a great example of a career as an enlisted man “I never wanted to go to hicle that he is restoring at challenges have been rais- was positive about his fa- leader.” and never really wanted to grad school either, and the his home. ing his children correctly ther’s deployment. The Wesleyan ROTC go to college but knew he Army led me to that chal“When I retired, I want- and his deployment at the “It is what he does,” program will continue unwanted to be an officer. lenge, so it’s just funny how ed something to preserve age of 52. However, this is Rodney said. “I think he der the leadership of Staff “I found out pretty quick stuff works together,” Joye the history of my career not the first time Joye and is a great dad, and he has Sergeant Khoeler.

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