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FACULTY/STAFF

UTA to assess buyout results by fall University will reorganize and may reduce staff based on departmental requests JOHN HARDEN The Shorthorn news editor

Knowing the final saving incurred by the university’s voluntary buyout program may not be known until August due to possible departmental

reorganizations. A week after the university’s voluntary buyout deadline, the future of some departmental positions may not be known until fall, said univeristy spokeswoman Kristin Sullivan. Fifty-nine of 247 employees agreed to take the Voluntary Separation Incentive Program, which was introduced in April to help the university meet a state-mandated

5 percent budget cut. The program applied to administrative, professional and classified full-time staff only. Faculty were not eligible for the program. The university offered the voluntary buyout as a way to cut $9 million from its budget, but results are yet to be known until the university looks at possibly reorganizing responsibilities within departments,

Sullivan said. “Trying to determine the savings is difficult because it’s a moving target,” Sullivan said. “It all depends on how each department decides to shape its staff and responsibilities.” A committee, led by university leaders, will make recommendations based on the savings and suggestions made by each department, said Provost Donald Bobbitt, who is on the

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review committee. The committee will review each department’s request submitted by department chairs or deans to fill positions. The committee will make recommendations on how to fill each position and offer ways to eliminate or split responsibilities within each department. BUYOUT continues on page 3

FINANCIAL AID

Area high school students compete in engineeing camp

Loans roll in after glitches cause delay Financial Aid director cites program glitches, unsigned promissory notes for delay in fund disbursements. BY ALLIE COCHRAN The Shorthorn staff

STORY AND PHOTOS BY | JAZZMYNE GREER

As the summer progresses, various camps become a common sight on campus. One of the College of Engineering-sponsored camps hosted the second of its five end of the week competitions between participants. “The overall camp ranges from sixth to eleventh graders…from all over the country,” UTA student sponsor Marianna Vallejo said. The groups for the past week’s day camp session were three ninth and two 11th graders, who all desire a future in engineering. Friday, the students came together in two teams before a crowd outside Woolf Hall and showcased their work through a timed competition. “The purpose of the teams is

[to] experience [the] design process and team dynamic,” Vallejo said. Both teams used miniature army tankers controlled by their laptops through technology they all learned about and assisted in bringing together for the competition. High school freshman Kristopher Robinson and junior Daniel Korff both expressed the amount of fun they had working the tankers and the areas of engineering they wish to go into after college. At the end of the competition, Vallejo revealed to the crowd of students, parents and supporters that Team Global Hawk, which consisted of Dolenz and Joseph Fisher, had won the race.

ARLINGTON

The completion of eight new wells expected by August

–Hannah Dockray

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TECHNOLOGY

Virtual lab could revolutionize software access Plans to utilize new software would allow on- and off- campus access to university server, computer programs. BY JOHN HARDEN

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Spaniolo also wrote that the royalties are used in the Maverick Match program, established in January 2009. Through the program, every donation of more than $25,000 is matched with the royalties from the natural gas. Although the university sits directly on top of the Barnett Shale, which gives the university and Carrizo Oil and Gas direct access to drill sites, university spokeswoman Kristin Sullivan said it’s hard to say what will come from the new well. “It’s hard to say at this point what will happen,” she said. “No one can tell if the well will produce, and it depends on different variables, like the price of gas.”

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The drilling of eight new gas wells began Friday on the southeast corner of campus. Carrizo Oil and Gas, based out of Houston, are responsible for drilling 22 wells since late 2008 at the same site. These wells have since generated approximately $5.5 million for the university. The resources come from the Barnett Shale, the natural gas bedrock situated across 16 Texas counties and the one of the largest natural gas fields in Texas. UTA President James Spaniolo said in a March letter to the university that the money from the natural gas “goes to the university’s student scholarships, faculty recruitment and the university’s master plan.”

Some students were relieved to receive financial aid Friday after a new mandate of financial aid funding caused an unexpected delay in loan disbursement. The federally mandated adoption of the Federal Direct Loan as a replacement of the Federal Stafford Loan delayed UTA’s, along with other universities’, ability to disburse financial aid funds. Some students struggled to readjust their plans during the delay. “I know quite a few people who, due to the issues, have had to postpone their educational plans due to the mix-ups,” art history senior Tearyne Glover said. Students awaiting financial aid checks were protected from having their classes dropped. However, buying books and other school supplies was halted by delayed disbursement of loan money. “For the first time in my college career, my student loan was not disbursed on the scheduled day. Like most students receiving student loans, I needed the funds to purchase books,” interdisciplinary studies sophomore Kenny Jacobs said. After a brief delay, “the problems [are] resolved and the money is in,” said Karen Krause, Office of Financial Aid. Krause said UTA has

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The fracing of eight new wells is expected to take about six weeks, with completion estimated by August. At that point, 22 gas wells are expected to be in operation.

Students need easier access to specialize software found in labs across campus, according a report by Committee on Student Technology. One of the many proposals the committee submitted to the president earlier this month includes creating a new lab, virtually. The proposed virtual lab will make pricey software that is available in computer labs accessible at anytime, on and off campus, said Suzanne Montague, Information Technology vice president. The idea of the virtual lab, also known as cloud computing, isn’t new. This type of computing mirrors web-based applications like Google Docs, which allows a user to access and create text documents, presentations and spreadsheets without downloading the software. The software would be strictly accessed and used via a university network and LAB continues on page 3

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TODAY MFA Summer Exhibition: All day. The Gallery at UTA, For information, contact the College of Liberal Arts at 817-272-3291 National Research Experience for Undergraduates Program Summer Camp: All day, Life Science Building, For information, contact Dr. Tuncay Aktosun at aktosun@uta.edu Girl-o-lo-gy Science Camp: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. College of Science. Girls in grades 9-12. $125 per student. For information, contat Michelle Badon at badon@uta.edu Kickboxing: 4-5 p.m. Maverick Activities Center Room 102A. For information, contact Kala Markovich at lellsion@uta.edu THURSDAY MFA Summer Exhibition: All day. The Gallery at UTA, For information, contact the College of Liberal Arts at 817-272-3291 National Research Experience for Undergraduates Program summer camp: All day, Life Science Building, For information, contact Dr. Tuncay Aktosun at aktosun@uta.edu Summer Movie Series 2010: Clash of the Titans (Rated PG-13) 8:45-11:05 p.m. Free to all. West lawn of the Maverick Activities Center, 500 W. Nedderman Drive. For information, contact Sondra Showels at excel-president@uta.edu FRIDAY MFA Summer Exhibition: All day. The Gallery at UTA, For information, contact the College of Liberal Arts at 817-272-3291 National Research Experience for Undergraduates Program summer camp: All day. Life Science Building, For information, contact Dr. Tuncay Aktosun @ aktosun@uta.edu SATURDAY National Research Experience for Undergraduates Program summer camp: All day. Life Science Building, For information, contact Dr. Tuncay Aktosun at aktosun@uta.edu

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Upcoming NBA draft will determine Haynes’ next move The best scorer in UTA basketball history hopes an NBA team will take a chance on him in Thursday’s NBA draft in New York City. Marquez Haynes, the 3rd-leading scorer in college basketball this season with 22.6 points a game, has been showing off his game in front of NBA scouts and general managers this offseason in anticipation for Marquez Haynes the draft Thursday night. averaged 22.6 a Haynes, who scored more than game last season 30 points in seven games this seawith seven 30-point son while shooting 49.5 percent games. from the field while carrying the offensive load for the Mavericks this season, says a few teams have shown specific interest in him, but he isn’t getting too excited about it yet. “A few teams tell me they really like me,” he said. “I mean I’ve worked out with the [Portland] Trailblazers a couple of times, but anything can happen. I’m ready for it.” Haynes said he’s more proud of his ability to make smart decisions and take good shots than he is of just putting up big numbers. “I can help teams with my perimeter shot, I feel I can break down a defense with my athletic ability and I’m good off the dribble defensively, so there’s a lot for me to offer to some teams,” Haynes said. “A lot of teams are finally seeing what I can bring to the table.” NBA.com’s David Aldridge ranks Haynes as a “sleeper” pick, while previewing the point guards in the upcoming draft. If Haynes doesn’t get taken in either of the two rounds of the draft, he’ll be eligible to sign with any team. — Sam Morton

UTA will host a Veterans’ Orientation Session for veterans who want to become students. The orientation will be held from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. today and July 26 in the Carlisle Suite in the University Center.

veterans’ panel session will be from 1 to 2 p.m.

Several student veterans will form a panel to talk about their experiences at UTA and answer questions. Veterans make up more than 1,000 of the UTA student body, and since the post-9/11 GI Bill, enrollment of veterans has increased 35 percent, according to a university press release. The orientation will help veterans take advantage of the opportunity to go to college at UTA. Speakers at the event will also explain the GI Bill to students. Based on a veteran’s length of active duty, the post 9/11 GI Bill covers a percentage of tuition and fees and provides a monthly housing allowance and money for supplies and books. The Veterans’ Orientation Session will highlight the experiences of current student veterans and give prospective students a chance to ask questions and to learn from their peers. — Hannah Dockray

PoliCe rePort This is a part of the daily activity log produced by the university’s Police Department. To report a criminal incident on campus, call 817-272-3381.

MONDAY Injured Person Medical Assist At 12:44 p.m., a nonstudent involved in a minor accident at 500 UTA Boulevard said he would like medical attention after he hit his head during the accident. He was transported to Arlington Memorial Hospital. The case was cleared.

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Biology Sophomore Ali Alam plays ping pong on Tuesday in the Maverick Activities Center. Alam said it was a good way to cool down from his workout.

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Accident - Hit and Run An officer was dispatched to Lot 49 at 1101 S Cooper St. in regard to a minor accident. A student reported at 10:44 a.m. that the driver’s side of her vehicle was struck and that the driver of the other car did not leave information before leaving. The case is active.

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SUNDAY Assault, Simple Officers responded to a 2:26 a.m. report of a disturbance at 1202 S Oak Street. Police discovered that domestic violence occurred at the reporting person’s residence. The nonstudent had been struck in multiple places on her body by her boyfriend, who is a student. The case is active. SATURDAY Suspicious Person A staff member at 1:31 p.m. reported a suspicious person at 708 S West St. Officers made contact with the nonstudent matching the description given, but no offense had been committed, police determined. The case was cleared. FRIDAY Disturbance Officers were dispatched to the Phi Gamma Delta house at 1111 Greek Row Drive in response to a disturbance at 7:30 p.m. A window had been broken and fraternity members decided to pay for the damages. The case was cleared.

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Criminal Trespass A nonstudent was arrested for Criminal Trespass after being located at 7:07 p.m. in the University Center, located at 300 W First St. He was issued a criminal trespass warning and then taken to the Arlington Police Department. Accident - Hit and Run Officers were dispatched to Lot 47 regarding a hitand-run. A nonstudent reported at 3:56 p.m. that someone drove their car into the back of her car as she was at a traffic light. The other driver drove away from the scene, the nonstudent reported. The case is active.

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Two grants focus on Texas nuring shortage The Good Shepherd award is Agencies involved are using providing $771,035 to UTA’s 15more than $1 million to expand month bachelor’s of science in nursthe number of nurses in Texas. ing program to rural East Texas. By SArA WAdud The Shorthorn staff

Two new grants awarded to the university could help nursing students bridge the gap in the field of nursing, said university spokeswoman Kristin Sullivan. The College of Nursing is partnering with Good Shepherd Health System in East Texas and Texas Health Resources by receiving two different grants totaling $1,321,788. The grants are designated to increase the number of registered nurses in Texas and faculty, who instruct them. “There is a big nursing shortage statewide,� Sullivan said.

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would allow students to work on assignments outside university labs. “Accessing software without downloading it on my computer would be awesome,� said education junior Ashley Brown. “I don’t have some of the applications I need to do work at home, so if I could access them off campus I would definitely save a lot of time.� The week before finals are when labs are packed with students trying to working on final projects, making it difficult to find a computer to use, Brown said. “If we’re expecting 4,000 more students in the fall, then I hate to

The goal is to enroll 80 students from among the hospital’s clinical and non-clinical workers. The Good Shepherd award is fulfilling UTA’s desire to reach out to society. Through a media enriched learning management system, students will acquire the College of Nursing’s expertise virtually, as if they were learning the material in the classroom. Nursing junior Andrew Dao said he wishes that the grants would facilitate more nursing teachers. “Nursing school is hard and stressful enough already,� he said. “And it’s going to be more difficult if the instructor doesn’t have enough time to teach.� see what labs will be like in the fall,� she said. The most attractive aspect of this lab is that a student can be anywhere in the world to access the lab and its resources to complete assignments, said Frank Lamas, student affairs vice president. “We want students to be able to access labs whether it’s 1 or 2 in the morning while they’re at home in their beds or on the road driving to Austin,� he said. The university may begin developing and testing the virtual lab server this fall, but the decision rests with President James Spaniolo and finding funding, Montague said. The committee recommended investing in virtual lab research with a long term goal of all software available via wireless access within

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disbursed more than $11.2 million in financial aid money, exceeding last year’s summer loan amount by more than $2 million. “At this point they are student by student issues, they are not systemic issues,� Krause said. She encourages students still missing financial aid funds to contact the financial aid office to rectify the problem. Krause attributes the disbursement delay to a combination of factors. “There were three or four things that happened to cause some of these funds to be delayed,� Krause said. “There were some things that didn’t transmit properly on our side that

That’s where the second grant comes into play. The Texas Health Resources is providing $550,753 to recruit faculty from current hospital personnel and educate them through structured courses tailored to prelicensed nursing undergraduates. Texas Health Resource is “growing their own faculty� said Beth Mancini, College of Nursing associate dean. It is a method of educating educators to become better equipped and meet the growing demand of nursing students, she said. “We are very excited about it,� she said. “It is a way to expand our reach to meet the need, take our highly successful program and put them in places besides Pickard Hall.�

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“Looking at what positions that are critical to student services will be a priority,� Bobbitt said. With enrollment expected to reach 32,000 this fall, student services will be important to the success of the university with its growing Tier One efforts, he said. The committee will look closely at each position and make decisions accordingly, he said. “We won’t know results or how much we’ll save until we look at each position because there may positions we can cut all together, which can also affect how much we can save,�

“Our next step will be to evaluate the impact of the elimination of these 59 positions and determine how best to proceed in order to ensure smooth operations.� James Spaniolo President

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five years. The estimated cost of implementing the lab would cost an estimated $250,000 a year. In spring, Spaniolo created the committee to develop recommendations in order to improve computer usage. Spaniolo received the report earlier this month and said it’s thorough and full of good ideas. He said the university is working on determining how and when to implement each proposal. “We are in the process of reviewing it,� he said in a previous story. “This summer we’ll be developing a timetable for addressing the issues that have been identified.�

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The SEED Program reception and exhibition took place in the Architecture Building second floor and Architecture Courtyard. The exhibition featured the past two weeks of work by high school students pursuing an interest in architecture.

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rather than numerous lenders, expediting the transfer of aid money from lender to university. Under the previous loan system, credit unions and banks were lenders even though the federal government backed the funds. A complication with the previous government loan program was, along with the high number of lenders, the dropping out of lenders. Many lenders would suspend their financing of loans, leaving other lenders and the government responsible for purchasing their loans. With loans changing ownership, students and universities struggled to pinpoint loan lenders, Krause said. “We spent a lot of time helping students figure out where their loan was,� Krause said. Krause said the government will save

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money with the new loan program by halting payments to lenders. However, she noted the Department of Education’s increased responsibility. The adopted program increased the department’s loan volume from 30 to 100 percent. The Department’s 70 percent increase of loan disbursement accounts for the delayed release of funds to universities. Despite the rough start, Krause said she has confidence in the new federal loan program and does not foresee anymore glitches.

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got corrected. Students were not signing promissory notes on time, the Department of Education has acknowledged that with the volume they had a few little glitches, just with any new program.� The U.S. Department of Education and the Congressional Budget Office mandated the loan program change as a financial measure, as well as a simplification method for students and universities. The Federal Direct Loan holds the Department of Education as the single lender of financial aid, simplifying borrowing methods for universities and students. “The benefits are you’ve got one lender,� Krause said. “There is one holder, one lender of the loan and I think that will be less confusing to students.� Universities are dependent on one source

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Sullivan said. “We can also look at what responsibilities can be split of given to other employees.� According to an e-mail sent from President James Spaniolo to employees, the university will address the needs of the university as it moves forward. “Our next step will be to evaluate the impact of the elimination of these 59 positions and determine how best to proceed in order to ensure smooth operations,� Spaniolo said in the e-mail. The e-mail also stated the university will continue to monitor and analyze the latest budget information and directives coming from the state.

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Statewide budget cuts leave much to the unknown Following the buyout, administrators should outline where the university will go from here

Less than one-fourth of the eligible employees accepted the voluntary staff buyout package offered to 247 university staff in April, president Spaniolo said in an e-mail to employees last Friday. The president didn’t shy away from hinting at the possibility of additional staff reductions as warranted, stopping short of calling those reductions layoffs. Immediate next-steps, however, include evaluating what positions need to be refilled in order to maintain campus operations. Where the university goes from there, well, that’s the problem — who knows? Not just at the university, but institutions all over the state are tasked with helping nip an $18 billion statewide budget shortfall, and how they go about doing it is as varied as the institutions. Budget cuts and talks of layoffs are uncomfortable, and with increased enrollment expected in the fall, an emphasis on student retention, and a pursuit of Tier One, the budget cuts are all the more untimely. Moving forward, though, the campus community needs a more tangible timeline and forecast from the university on how to proceed with plans for the coming year. The administration is ready to take necessary steps in order to meet the statemandated budget cuts, but what are those steps? And what is the likelihood that layoffs will happen? And when? If the university does have those steps outlined, it isn’t sharing. The voluntary staff buyout was a first step of many, but don’t keep the university in the dark about what’s going to happen next.

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Separation of church, state swings both ways Politicians who brand policies as “Christian” dilute the gospel

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esus didn’t cast stones, and he probably wouldn’t cast ballots either. When Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi encouraged Catholic leaders last month to tell their congregations that granting amnesty to the more than 12 million illegal immigrants in the U.S. would be “living the gospel,” she overstepped a well-defined line. Many forget the establishment clause — the over-used separation of church and state mantra — was introduced primarily to keep the state from interfering with the church. Now people tout it as a reason to keep nativity scenes off courthouse lawns during Christmas. When 2012 presidential campaigns roll around, the Republican candidate will likely be championed as having Christian ideals in order to appeal to a large, evangelical base.

Mark bauEr bauer is a Journalism senior and the Shorthorn editor in chief. Join the discussion by commenting at theshorthorn.com. There’s no harm in that, except that Christianity was never a political movement. Still, some politicians look more like televangelists, attaching Jesus’ name to agendas like they do porkbarrel legislation. It dilutes the gospels and hijacks a message concerned with the condition of man’s soul, not his actions. That’s not to say that Christians

can’t vote along their moral compass, but being pro-life doesn’t end in the voting booth. It includes taking steps so that polarized issues like abortion become moot points. Sex education, aiding pregnant women who live in poverty, or doing away with the social stigma attached to an out of wedlock pregnancy are all ways an abortion might be prevented. Jesus wouldn’t preach amnesty. In fact, he was born in Bethlehem because Joseph returned to his birth town when Caesar Augustus ordered a census. The gospel, Christianity’s message, is about reconciling man’s relationship with God through Christ’s sacrifice for our sins. You can legislate morality, but salvation is about the state of man’s heart — not what he’s restricted or required by law to do.

this is one sub that isn’t supposed to swim with fish Student seeks separation of meatballs and tuna in Plaza

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ere’s a suggestion: Check your suggestion box. Those were my words when my commentary for drastic change in the University Center Plaza went unnoticed, and I was left with a waterlogged sandwich. As most know, the lines in the UC Plaza are long and the staff is hardpressed to serve them all during a lunch rush. Regardless, I occasionally find myself in the Subway line for my 12-inch meatball sub on Italian herbs and cheese. And I usually end up in line behind the tuna lover. Tuna — the red-hued stepchild of the fish industry — is an attack to the senses with its pungent smell, fishy taste and that chunky sound it makes when you stir it up. So when the cat-food-for-humans is clinging to the knife when my sandwich gets cut — my stomach churns. And not in a good way.

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andrEw Plock Plock is a Journalism senior and the Shorthorn scene editor. Join the discussion by commenting at theshorthorn.com. I bite my tongue, thank the hardworking server and go pay for my sandwich. This wasn’t the first time I witnessed my sandwich get attacked by this sea creature, but this time I decided to take action. As I sift through the pieces of Moby Dick’s relative now mixed with my tomato sauce, I write a note for the comment box suggesting a cup of water be dedicated to clean the knives before cutting the next victim. I mean sandwich.

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But I couldn’t find a comment card. So I improvised with a napkin and did the best I could. This was during the spring and during the past week I decided to take a peek into the box just to see if my suggestion had at least been received. The folded napkin remained frozen in the leftcorner of the box. I chalked it up to looking like trash. Now, I’m a fan of the Plaza’s food and know that employees are tasked with serving its share of students during a regular semester, but as a loyal and frequent customer, I would like to be heard. Food allergy concerns or just plain personal preferences should be looked into for common courtesy. But while students may now ask for the BLT and get the bacon, lettuce, tuna instead, I know I, being the fast food junkie that I am, will still be in line for my food despite the extra fish in my meatball sub.

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ABOUT SCENE Andrew Plock, editor features-editor.shorthorn@uta.edu Wednesday, June 23, 2010

NEXT WEEK Looking for places to cool down in Arlington? Check out Scene next week as we look at the best places to hit the pool. Page 6

THE SHORTHORN

Green thumbs in a small space

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Scene is on the lookout for the music that dictates your life. This week we find out what tunes are pumping your blood when you workout.

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Container gardening offers anyone a place to hone their farming skills MELISSA BOON The Shorthorn staff

Starting from seeds in a 12-inch pot on the windowsill next to her bed, UTA alumna Carol Moulton said she remembers picking tomatoes off the plant she managed to keep alive through three semesters at her apartment. Like Moulton’s story describes, small housing in urban areas shouldn’t restrict students from finding their “Green Thumb”. From legumes, to herbs and flowers, container gardening, the process of growing plants in space-friendly pots, allows anyone to create a sustainable bouquet of scents, colors and tastes that furthers enjoyment of a truly homegrown-made dish without having to have a backyard. Cynthia Chippindale, owner of the local restaurant Potager Cafe, said fear of failure shouldn’t keep students from growing tomatoes, eggplants, beans, peas and herbs in big pots on a patio. “If you don’t have green thumbs, don’t get discouraged,” she said. “If growing one thing doesn’t work, just try something else.” Containers for gardens can be created from anything as long as holes are left for the water to drain from the soil. Some can be in cans or hanging planters. Other ways to grow plants in a confined space, is hydroponically and aeroponically – both involving growth through a water process. Aerospace engineering senior Branden Neal and physics sophomore Ivan Wright have been growing pepper plants aeroponically for two months. The 12-inch plants grow on their apartment kitchen counter in an AeroGarden, an indoor plant growing system that provides light and water and allows 7 plants to grow at a time. “We learned about the AeroGarden online,” Neal said. “I had never grown anything before, but I have enjoyed the process.” The difference between hydroponic and aeroponic is that in the aeroponic system, the roots aren’t submerged in the water and the roots have to be sprayed directly with nutrients, according to Wright.

“We started growing these out of curiosity,” said Wright, who is also growing a Bonsai tree. “We wanted to experiment new ways to grow things.” Wright said he would continue to try to grow different plants like tomatoes and maybe even try the hydroponic system. Moulton is a lab manager in the Biology Department and takes care of UTA’s greenhouse on top of the Life Science Building, and said those who have a small backyard could start a garden with only one square meter. At the Arlington Downtown Farmers Market, Sandy Stewart sells her hand-cut dog treats, herbs, olive oil and vinegar at the open area market and said growing your own plants has many benefits besides being free from pesticides and fertilizers. “It’s relaxing,” she said. “I get to share food with my neighbors.”

“Tomatoes need eight hours of sun a day. They’re just like pets. Just take care of them.” John Carter farmer

Chippindale said growing your own garden depicts the interaction of all other life forms and creates a connection with the earth. “You lose a lot when you’re not connected,” she said. “You realize that there are other things alive,” Work is what farmer John Carter said it will take to grow good plants. Careful usage of water, sun and soil are all part of the equation to successful gardening. “Tomatoes need eight hours of sun a day,” Carter said. “They’re just like pets. Just take care of them.” Carter, sitting on the back of his white truck, full of his home-grown vegetables and fruits, advises people to grow simple stuff and use good potting soil not top soil in planters. Spinach, lettuce and other green crops don’t need as much sun, and herbs and

T.I. – “Motivation” Balous said he likes rhythms and lyrics that inspire him Wendell Balous, during work- Alumnus outs, one of which is T.I.’s, Motivation. “It’s the beat, the words,” Balous said. “He’s saying don’t give up till you get better at your craft.” Lil Wayne – “Best Rapper Alive” Up tempo beats are what Balous said keep him going and that he adds a rock feel to his music choices such as Lil Wayne’s mix of hip-hop and rock ‘n’ roll in “Best Rapper Alive.” Gorillaz – “Feel Good Inc.” “When you’re working out, you can’t always have that aggressive mind-set,” Balous said. He said listening to this beat helps clear his head during a workout. “You gotta have that balance that’ll calm you down or soothe you.”

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peppers are also fairly easy to grow, he said. Chippindale said growing edible plants isn’t limited to just fruits and vegetables. “Many flowers are edible,” Chippindale said. “Violets and sunflowers can easily be tossed into salads.” The importance of organic growing has been accentuated in the past years. Self-c ultivating plants and vegetables give an opportunity to avoid all the factors that alter produce growth such as formulated fertilizers, growth stimulants, antibiotics or pesticides. Whether it is hydroponically, areoponically, or just the old-fashioned way, tasting the freshness of homegrown produce is not just reserved to farmers or people with big gardens, anyone can do it.

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TOY STORY 3 Starring: Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack, Ned Beatty Director: Lee Unkrich Rating: 10 out of 10 Pixar Animation Studios takes us back to the Toy Story saga and shows us that playing with toys is cool again. Picking up 10 years after the last film, this toy tale takes place as Andy, the loyal companion of toys Woody (Tom Hanks) and Buzz (Tim Allen), is headed to college. After a mix-up of whether they are going to the attic or the trash, all the classic characters decide being donated to Sunnyside Daycare would be a better life than being forgotten by their owner. Toy Story 3 is a well-written and beautifully crafted movie by Pixar and although the film is the third of the series, it isn’t watered down or over played. The heart of the story tugs at the timeless struggle of growing up and what it means to be loyal to your friends. Each Pixar film, and Toy Story 3, has a refreshing imagination that threads reality and makebelieve with deep story lines that are not only entertaining, but teach a lesson as well.

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MELISSA BOON features-editor.shorthorn@uta.edu.edu

TIPS ON CONTAINER GARDENING

— Andrew Plock

Step 1 The size of the container is important. For herbs, you can use a small, 8-inch pot. But for larger plants, make sure you consider the overall size of a mature plant and its root system.

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Step 2 Check for drainage holes in your containers. If it doesn’t have any, drill some to prevent water from stagnating at the bottom. Place a layer of gravel on the bottom of the planter to fill about one-third of the pot to help with drainage.

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Step 3 Fill container with potting soil mixed with compost, mulch, or even peat moss. The Shorthorn: Alanna Quillen

Step 4 Maintain proper moisture level. If soil feels dry to the touch, then it needs water. Container gardens dry out faster than gardens in the soil and require watering more frequently. Step 5 Feed your plant regularly with fertilizer. Apply a mixture of a quarter-strength fertilizer with each watering to maintain proper nutrients in the soil. Step 6 Plants should be placed in pot according to what they are. Single vegetable plants should be in the center of pot. Decorative plants, like flowers can be planted any way you choose. Step 7 If not planting from seed, place the plant into a shallow indentation in the soil. Fill in around the plant with plenty of potting soil. Press the soil down around the base of each plant. Soil should reach slightly above the base of the plant where the stem meets the root ball. Fill the container within one to two inches below the planter rim. Source: www.gardenguides.com

Farmer John Carter sells his produce at the Arlington Downtown Farmers Market on the morning of Saturday June 11. Carter said that growing peppers and other green crops are fairly easy crops to maintain and to always use potting soil, not top soil. Potager Cafe owner Cynthia Chippindale said tomatoes, eggplants and herbs can be grown in big pots on your porch. Various containers can hold produce regardless of space, shape or size.

The Shorthorn: Alanna Quillen

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