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NURSING
A Day and Night with Bill Nye
Students say they’re running out of space Extended hours and 100% use of building still don’t meet needs. BY VALLARI GUPTE The Shorthorn staff
The Nursing Constituency Council president wants some space. “The nursing department is expanding rapidly and sometimes it feels we are bursting at the seams in Pickard Hall,” council president Caitlin Wright said. The College of Nursing experienced a growth of 2,499 students since spring
2010, with 6,631 students total, according to a university enrollment analysis. Wright said classes with more than 100 students were sectioned into separate time sessions to accommodate all the students. A three-phase plan to expand the Smart Hospital, a simulated hospital environment where nursing students receive training, is in progress. The first two phases were completed, but phase three has not yet taken off. Phase three SPACE continues on page 6
RESIDENCE LIFE
The Shorthorn: Daniel Douglas
Science personality Bill Nye speaks about science’s impact on the world at Texas Hall on Wednesday night. About 2,700 attendees learned and laughed as Nye injected his own brand of humor into science. Nye, along with four faculty members, spoke about modern science as a part of the Annual Celebration of Excellence by Students roundtable on Wednesday afternoon in Texas Hall. Nye said we need to work together to help save the world. The Shorthorn: Aisha Butt
The Science Guy speaks to sold out crowd in Texas Hall BY JOHN HARDEN The Shorthorn senior staff
Bill Nye was greeted with a chant that originated from his familiar theme song as he ran out on stage. The crowd chanted “Bill, Bill, Bill, Bill” as the science guy took stage in Texas Hall dressed in a suit that included his signature bow-tie. After the “This is the only cheers and standing ova- world we have. We tion from about can’t mess this 2,700 attendees, Nye, for- up. That should be mer host of TV motivation enough show Bill Nye to make sure you’re the Science Guy opened with making the best saying students decisions possible. have the power to shape the If not, we’ll pay for world and their them.” actions will decide how we live Bill Nye science personality in the future. “This is the only world we have. We can’t mess this up,” he said. “That should be motivation enough to make sure you’re making the best decisions possible. If not, we’ll pay for them.” One issue the Earth is facing is climate change and more people means the change is LECTURE continues on page 4
HOW DID YOU SCORE TICKETS? Tickets for Nye’s 7:30 p.m. Wednesday lecture sold out in four hours after becoming available at 8 a.m. Feb. 18. Those who didn’t get tickets could wait outside before the event to be seated if space was available. “I got my Bill Nye ticket from my sister, she called me after seeing her friends posting on Facebook about how they got their tickets.” Taha Muntajibuddin,
alumnus “I’m still hoping on getting my ticket for the show.” Theresa Wilcox,
broadcast senior
“I set my alarm to wake me up so as soon as the tickets went on sell so I would be able to get my tickets.” Leslie Paniagua, edu-
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Nye stresses math at the ACES roundtable BY JOHN HARDEN The Shorthorn senior staff
Interest in science-related fields is falling because of students shying away from math, said Bill Nye the Science Guy. Nye, who was invited to a roundtable to discuss the current state of science, said middle and high school is the makeor-break time to enforce the importance of math. However, the earlier students are exposed to math, the better, he said. “Do you want to predict the future? Then you need math,” he said. “Math is in everything we do. Meteorologists and stock brokers all use math to solve real world problems.” Nye said he believes algebra causes students to lose interest in science, especially in fields like chemistry and physics that rely heavily on equations. “If a student doesn’t believe in algebra, they tend to fall out of love with science,” he said. “If I knew how to solve the problem, we wouldn’t be having this discussion now. Finding a way to engage young students is the problem we’re facing.” Nye said the stigma that algebra is hard, complicated and time consuming is a false concern that students have. “Math sucked for me too and look at me, I’m fine,” he said. “It’s important to never give up. I’ve never met anyone who regretted doing something after they did it. You only regret it if you don’t try or give up.” DISCUSSION continues on page 4
Rent to include laundry fees starting this fall Coin-operated machines will not be available to residents. BY MELANIE GRUBEN The Shorthorn staff
Residence halls will no longer use the pay-as-yougo system for washing laundry. All coin-operated washing and drying machines will be removed and replaced with new machines which do not require cash or Mav Money to operate. However, residence hall rent will be raised by about $6 per person, depending
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on the property. “We’re moving to this program because many campuses have gone this way and found it very favorable by students and parents,” said Eric Leidlein, executive director of auxiliary services. Leidlein said using cashoperated machines created LAUNDRY continues on page 5
WOMEN’S STUDIES
Historian shares Egyptian revolution story with campus Margot Badran returned two weeks ago and plans to head back. BY STEPHANIE KNEFEL The Shorthorn staff
UTA was given a firsthand account of the Egyptian revolution through the eyes of a historian who studied there for more than four decades. Margot Badran, senior fellow at the Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding at Georgetown
University, spoke about the ordeal at the Central Library’s sixth floor parlor on Wednesday. She was the third speaker in the series for Women’s History Month. The presentation was sponsored by Women’s Studies, OneBook and the Central Library. In her presentation, “Islamic Feminism and the Battle for Gender Equality” she shared her stories fresh from leaving Egypt. Badran EGYPT continues on page 5
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Today ACES — Annual Celebration of Excellence by Students: All day. University Center. Free. For information, contact Joslyn Krismer at aces@uta.edu or 817-272-2688.
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Magnificent Sun: 6 p.m. Planetarium. $6 adults, $4 children. For information, contact the Planetarium at planetarium@uta.edu or 817-272-1183.
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.
WEDNESDAY Criminal Mischief or Vandalism At 12:33 a.m., someone reported finding graffiti on the vending machines in Trinity House, 800 Greek Row Drive. The words “Alien” and “4D” were written in non-permanent black marker. The case is still active. TUESDAY Assault Officers responded to a disturbance report at 10:30 p.m. at Centennial Court apartments, 820 Bering Drive. A person reported his stepson was belligerent and wanted him to leave the apartment. It was reported that the stepson assaulted the stepfather. The stepson was transported to the hospital with injuries, but not arrested for any charges. The case is still active. Theft A student reported at 4 p.m. that someone stole his Toshiba satellite series laptop out of his backpack while at the Central Library, 702 Planetarium Place. The case is still active. Theft A student reported at 10 a.m. that her black binder and notebook had been stolen from the first floor women’s restroom at the Continuing Education and Workforce Development Center, 140 W. Mitchell Street. The case is still active. Injured Person An officer observed a student being loaded into an emergency medical service vehicle at 12:37 p.m. at 300 First Street near the University Center. The student was experiencing medical problems. An officer conducted a follow up at the hospital and the case was cleared. Disturbance At 12:05 p.m., a disturbance was reported at Pickard Hall, 411 S. Nedderman Drive. It was later found that a staff member was upset due to a personal issue, and the case was cleared.
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SPIN THAT POI, BOY Environmental science sophomore Albert Miramontes practices the art of poi, an art of spinning balls that are connected to cords on Wednesday afternoon outside Preston Hall. Miramontes has been practicing the art of poi for four years and occasionally spins fire.
LIBERAL ARTS
Award-winning filmmaker shares work with campus she was asked if the department would be interested in hosting him in the spring as a filmmaker. He is in residence for a week in order to do research on his documentaries. BY STEPHANIE KNEFEL “We wanted it to be after spring The Shorthorn staff break so that students would be In conjunction with screening back, but not close to finals,” she some of his award-winning films said. for classes, documentary filmValadez said he is glad that maker John Valadez is conducting in a time of budget cuts, UTA research with UTA procan obtain resources for fessors for his upcoming their students and faculty PBS documentaries. while also raising awareValadez has been ness of Latino work. widely known for his doc“I hope UTA realizes umentary, The Longoria the precious Latino talent Affair, that deals with and this incredible faculty the struggle of Mexicans that is world class and in South Texas. The two nurturing,” he said. new documentaries he’s Valadez will be screenproducing are focused on ing various films throughthe history of Latinos in John Valadez, docu- out the week to classes mentary filmmaker the U.S. and are airing from different departin June. ments. Valadez started Valadez had visited UTA last when he was an undergraduate fall to screen The Longoria Affair in college and because of that, he and realized he could come back hopes students can believe in their to gain more from the university’s dreams. staff. “If I could impart one thing to “This is an opportunity for me young people it’s that they have to meet with experts in different tremendous power to reshape the fields,” he said. “They can give me world and most of the time they guidance and suggestions to shape don’t even realize it,” he said. my ideas, in particular the CMAS Students will have the opporfaculty, who has many leading tunity to meet with Valadez onescholars in their field.” on-one to discuss various topics. Susan Baker, Center of Mexican Those interested must contact American Studies director, said Alma Rick with CMAS in order to
Documentary filmmaker John Valadez will be in residence for a week.
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Exposure: Photos from the Second Battle of Fallujah: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Library sixth floor. Free. For information, contact Erin O’Malley at omalley@uta.edu. What You Wish the World Could Be: The Early Years of Six Flags Over Texas: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Library sixth floor. Free. For information, contact Erin O’Malley at omalley@uta.edu. Combat Narratives: Stories and Artifacts from UTA Veterans: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Library sixth floor. Free. Free. For information, contact Erin O’Malley at omalley@uta. edu.
set up a meeting. Broadcast communication sophomore David Tennyson said it’s important for students interested in media to meet with professionals like Valadez because it provides a rare opportunity to ask about their craft. “It’s a rare chance you get to ask an innovative director about their skills and for advice,” he said. Valadez said oftentimes, students drown in the stress of life and lose focus on their passion. “They think about getting a job, paying off student loans and all the practical life worries,” he said. “But now is the time to dream and be impractical.” Valadez said his MexicanAmerican roots have shaped his outlook. He said not many generations ago, several groups of people were fighting for basic, everyday freedoms. This is what he likes to show in his films. He said he hopes his body of work can continue to expose the past measure of bigotry, discrimination in the fight for equality, and make way for a better future. “If it wasn’t for people who came before me breaking down barriers, there’s no way I could be a filmmaker,” he said.
Art Exhibition in The Gallery: Sedrick Huckaby & Barbra Riley: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Gallery. Free. For information, contact Patricia Healy at phealy@uta.edu or 817-272-5658. Friday UTA Volunteers’ The Big Event Planning Meeting: Noon to 1 p.m. Nedderman Hall Room 100. For information, contact Tiffany Kaminski at tiffany.kaminski@mavs.uta.edu.
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about sports Sam Morton, editor sports-editor.shorthorn@uta.edu Sports publishes Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Thursday, March 24, 2011
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team aims to exorcise hitting demons
Mavs to tee off in second oldest collegiate tourney
A recent offensive slump and top rotation on deck doesn’t worry Mavericks. By Sam morTon The Shorthorn sports editor
UtA comes into the weekend set against Northwestern state reeling from a 6-1 midweek loss to No. 21 Baylor. But the problem isn’t the loss, it’s the lack of scoring during the last week. During their last four games, UtA has managed to score only six runs. the Mavericks have managed to win two of those games — a testament to their pitching staff — but head coach Darin thomas doesn’t feel that it’s necessarily time to panic. “We’re just going through one of those stretches where it’s a combination of good pitching and us doing a few little things wrong,” he said. “We’ve got a couple of days to get ready for a good starting staff.” With a 2.48 ErA and 86 strikeouts, Northwestern state’s rotation is one of the best rotations in the southland Conference. UtA (12-9, 4-2 sLC) had collected at least 10 hits in nine of its last 10 games before last weekend’s Ut-san Antonio series, but hasn’t reached double-digits since. the loss of junior second baseman Michael Guerra, the No. 2 hitter who hasn’t played in over a week because of a back injury, plays a big part of it. Guerra was hitting
nichollS aT UTa Where: Allan Saxe Field Game 1: 1 p.m. Saturday Game 2: 3 p.m. Saturday Game 3: Noon Sunday Nicholls Colonels Record: 8-16, 2-6 SLC Player to Watch: Ashley Ray (.321, 6 HRs, 23 RBIs) What you need to know: Nicholls is second to last in the SLC with a 2-6 record. The Colonels are led by junior third baseman Ashley Ray, who leads the team in batting average, home runs and RBIs. Their starting pitcher is sophomore Ashton Bennett, who owns a 5-6 record to go along with a 2.29 ERA.
.355 with two home runs and 11 rBIs before tweaking his back, and is still more than a week away from returning to the lineup, thomas said. If the team can find a way to win two of three this weekend, it would be the third straight conference weekend win without two of their main guys — Guerra and junior shortstop Jesse payne, who’s still not up to game speed, thomas said. the 2-through-5 spots in the lineup are hitting 8-for-56 during the power outage. Cleanup hitter and senior catcher Chad Comer said Guerra’s absence might explain the struggles from a team perspective, but that doesn’t excuse hitters from having bad at-bats. “Everybody has their own approach,” Comer said. “Just because somebody’s not in the lineup doesn’t mean they’re not going to hit.” the one hitter immune from the recent scoring slump is senior third baseman Brian Nephew, who extended his hitting streak to 14 games on tuesday. “We’ve faced good arms all year, our schedule puts us against Big-12 arms,” he said. “I don’t care what their numbers are, we just need to come out and do what we do and we’ll be fine.” the Mavericks’ first test will come on Friday night against senior Luke Irvine, who leads the conference in strikeouts. Despite the recent scoring struggle, the Mav-
The golf team travels to Laredo this weekend to compete in the Border Olympics Tournament this Friday and Saturday, looking for its second win of the spring season. The tournament is in its 60th year, making it the second-oldest collegiate golf tournament in the country. “This is an important tournament,” head coach Jay Rees said. “We would like to be part of history.” The golf team will take the green with momentum on its side, coming off a championship tie last week at the San Diego Intercollegiate Classic. Rees said he feels confident going against upcoming competition in the tournament because he has the same team going in as he did last weekend. The key to victory is minimizing mistakes, such as trying to do too much and taking tricky shots, he said.
norThweSTern STaTe aT UTa CLAY GOULD BALLPARK 6:30 p.m. Friday Luke Irvine (2-2, 3.28 ERA) vs. Lance Day (1-3, 2.75 ERA) 2 p.m. Saturday Colin Bear (2-1, 1.16 ERA) vs. Collin Reynolds (1-2, 5.09 ERA) 1 p.m. Sunday Jacob Williford (0-1, 2.88 ERA) vs. John Beck (1-0, 2.16 ERA)
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Senior outfielder Bryant Lopez practices his swing Wednesday at Clay Gould Ballpark. The Mavs are looking to improve their scoring this weekend against Northwestern State. In their last four games, the Mavs have only scored six runs.
Track
Ivan Storic named SLC athlete of the week Sophomore javelin thrower Ivan Storic has been named the Southland Conference Athlete of the Week after his performance at the TCU Invitational on Saturday, the conference announced Wednesday. Storic won the event with a distance of 223 feet and four inches, which not only leads the SLC, but is the second longest throw in school history. The Belgrade, Serbia native is currently focusing on next week’s Bobby Ivan Stoic, Lane Invitational at sophomore javelin Maverick Stadium and thrower hopes to improve on his already historic distance.
Not only is junior pitcher Colin Bear 2-1 with a 1.16 ERA as the Demons’ Saturday starter, but he’s also hitting .323 as part of a struggling lineup that’s hitting .244 as a team.
than five runs just twice since late February.
ericks’ offense is still hitting .300 as a team. the Demons are hitting .245 as a team with only three home runs all season, and have scored more
— Charlie Vann
Northwestern State Demons Record: 6-14, 1-5 SLC Player to Watch: Luke Irvine (2-2, 3.28 ERA, 38 SOs, 6 BBs) What you need to know: The Demons have one of the top rotations in the conference, headed by senior Luke Irvine, who’s holding opponents to a .238 batting average. He leads the Southland Conference with 38 strikeouts in only 35 innings.
Sam morTon sports-editor.shorthorn@uta.edu
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UtA hopes to keep momentum against Colonels Mavericks hope to keep winning in first home series since March 2. By randy mcVay The Shorthorn staff
the Mavericks end a three-week road trip this weekend when they host a three-game conference series against the Nicholls Colonels. the Mavericks (20-12, 7-2 sLC) have put together a 12-5 record during March, which included a sweep over texas state and a doubleheader thrashing of prairie View A&M. their victories have come in a variety of
No. 75 TCU 5, No. 59 UTA 2
ney Enocksen has been on fire lately and most recently led the Mavs to two victories over Central Arkansas last weekend. she’s hitting .391 with two home runs and eight rBIs over the last 10 games. “We have a lot of chemistry, and we all do a great job of keeping each other up,” Enocksen said. “that helps me stay at the level I need to be at.” the doubleheader starts at 1 p.m. saturday at Allan saxe Field, followed by a noon game on sunday.
er Callie Collins continues to dominate hitters and currently leads the sLC with a 1.11 ErA, 112 strikeouts and 12 wins. UtA is also second in the sLC in batting average (.278), runs scored (142), on base percentage (.365), home runs (21) and defensive fielding percentage (.971). offensively, the Mavericks are led by senior first baseman rebecca Collom, who leads the team with a .363 batting average, six home runs and 22 rBIs. Her .713 slugging percentage and .540 on base percentage are second in the sLC. Junior shortstop Court-
ways: dominant pitching, consistent hitting and an effective defense. Head coach Debbie Hedrick believes the team can continue its success this weekend against the Colonels. However, she isn’t taking her opponent lightly. “We don’t really focus on who we’re playing because I give every opponent in our conference great respect,” Hedrick said. “It’s about us and playing up to our potential. If we do that, the wins will come.” the pitching staff has compiled a 2.28 ErA this season, good for second place in the sLC. Freshman pitch-
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SINGLES 1. Daiana Negreanu (UTA) def. Katariina Tuohimaa (TCU) 7-5, 6-2 2. Federica Denti (TCU) def. Linda Aqvist (UTA) 3-6, 6-0, 6-3 3. Gaby Mastromarino (TCU) def. Maria Martinez-Romero (UTA) 4-6, 7-6, 1-0 (10-5) 4. Olivia Smith (TCU) def. Katarina Mlcochova (UTA) 6-3, 6-3 5. Natalia Mayuk (UTA) def. Idunn Hertzberg (TCU) 6-3, 6-1 6. Shalini Sahoo (TCU) def. Giada D’ortona (UTA) 2-6, 6-1, 6-3 DOUBLES 1. Tuohimaa/Denti (TCU) def. Negreanu/ Aqvist (UTA) 8-6 2. Smith/Mastromarino (TCU) def. D’ortona/Mayuk (UTA) 8-4 3. Martinez-Romero/Matovicova (UTA) def. Babanova/Sahoo (TCU) 9-7
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Departments discuss class changes to curriculums ACES panel member suggests adding sustainability classes. By Chris Bates The Shorthorn staff
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As a part of the Annual Celebration of Excellence by Students, panelists made sure people know sustainability is a part of their lives regardless of department. The Wednesday forum, “Sustainability Across Curriculum” ACES Symposium touched on why sustainability will affect the world and how it’s becoming integrated with UTA. Topics discussed by panel members included Sustainability in the Real World, Paradigm Shifts and Environmental Movements to Sustainability Policy, and Procedure and Regulation. Each panel of the symposium sparked debates and comments from the audience. Some of the discussions by panel members ranged from anti-nuclear movements to the three pillars that sustainability is built on: people, planet and profit. Stacy Alaimo, sustainability committee co-chairwoman and English professor,
said the discussion panels were exactly what she was hoping for. “I thought the discussion was fabulous,” she said. “We wanted to invoke comments not only from students and faculty, but the community as well. In the second panel, architecture assistant professor Wanda Dye offered the possibility of adding sustainability classes to every curriculum to all departments in the university. During the last panel, a faculty member brought up the topic of the university trying to become a Tier One school by using research and shifted the conversation. Alaimo said the response to that comment was overwhelming. “I think you can link the sustainability and research together,” she said. “I’m in favor of it, but I would like to see some of that money go towards sustainability.” Architecture sophomore Atabong Fonkeng said the panel was interesting, and sustainability helps with leadership and service learning. “I liked the talk about the
implementations of the policies,” he said. “When you get to the real world it is tough, having sustainability will help you make better decisions.” Fonkeng said he is also in favor of the Tier One research. Jeff Howard, School of Urban and Public Affairs assistant professor, discussed how movement affects sustainability and why people need to have it, not only academically, but in their everyday lives. “I think it’s crucial for sustainability to be addressed in our everyday lives,” he said. “The only solution to implement this change is to reopen the topic to students with these classes.” Students can minor in environmental and sustainability studies. Alaimo said the minor is an opportunity for students to gain knowledge in the field. “The minor is really exciting because you take classes in different areas of sustainability,” she said. “It gives people a wide range of knowledge that they can practice.” Chris Bates news-editor.shorthorn@uta.edu
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happening at a more rapid pace than in the last 100 years, he said. The Earth’s resources are also becoming scarcer as the world approaches 7 billion people. Right now, there are 6.8 billion people and the key to solving the problem is not to do less, but more with less, he said. “Students here will see the world reach 12 or 15 billion people. We can’t get rid of the people even though there are a few I would like to remove,” he joked. “Nevertheless, that’s a lot of people, and reserving resources will be the biggest issue you guys face today.” Harnessing renewable resources, like wind, solar energy and water, can reverse the world’s dependency on non-renewable resources,
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Nye is on a mission to foster a science-literate society, said Science Dean Pamela Jansma. Jansma, the moderator for the event, was joined by Nye, mathematics associate professor Minerva Cordero, assistant science dean Greg Hale, chemistry assistant professor Kevin Schug and physics professor Ramon Lopez. The roundtable was a part of the 2011 Annual Celebration of Excellence by Students, a week-long event used to highlight student research at the university. The event started with the panel asking Nye questions about the state of science in the U.S. followed by a Qand-A from the audience. All questions were directed to-
like oil and gas, he said. “You scientists and engineers sitting in the audience are the ones who will make decisions that will save us,” he said. “Just think about it. You could be Bill Gates rich, or head of IKEA guy rich. If plants can harness the sun, why not us?” Josh Raymer, a computer science engineering junior, said Nye’s comments resonated with him because he’s always looking for ways to improve computer software. “Science is all about discovery,” he said. “If you can figure out how to solve the world’s problems then it can be a better place. We have to feel like we can pull it off, like Bill said.” Using the same energy he used on his hit ‘90s TV show, Nye captured the audience’s attention. With an audience made of the UTA and surrounding community, Nye’s energy and one-liners had the attendees ward Nye. The event wasn’t sold out like Nye’s evening lecture, but many students poured into Texas Hall to catch a glimpse of their childhood idol. James McCaughey, an Arlington High School senior, said he ditched school to see Nye speak. “How many times does the science guy come to Arlington?” He said. “I would’ve beaten myself up if I didn’t come out.” McCaughey said he found it interesting that Nye said students were avoiding algebra, leading to a decrease in students pursuing related science careers. Aerospace engineering senior Brandon Johnson said he missed out on getting tickets for Nye’s evening lecture, but the afternoon roundtable was enough. “He has a great energy about him,” Johnson said.
laughing throughout the lecture. “Here’s the Golden Gate Bridge,” Nye said after displaying the bridge on a monitor. “Well, it’s not the actual bridge, it’s a picture. If it was the actual thing, I don’t think it would fit on stage.” Dressed in lab coat and bow-tie, James McIntosh, a third grade Webb Elementary student, said his teacher uses Nye’s videos to teach his science class. “I like doing the experiments in class and showing my parents when I get home,” he said. McIntosh said he will take Nye’s advice and try to discover ways to change the world. “I don’t know what I can do now, but when I get bigger I want to have my own science TV show. Maybe that will help,” he said. John harden news-editor.shorthorn@uta.edi
nye talks “danCing with the stars” Bill Nye was asked if he would ever like to compete on the TV show “Dancing with the Stars” during the roundtable discussion, which he answered with an enthusiastic yes. “I’d love to do it. You know, I love to swing dance. I got into it a while back. You gentlemen out there, learn to swing dance. When you know how to dance, a woman doesn’t need to know your name, they just want you to grab them and they’ll dance with you. I would love to be on ‘Dancing with the Stars.’ It could be a great experience.”
“His personality definitely brought back memories I had while watching his show.” John harden news-editor.shorthorn@uta.edu
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Egypt came back from Cairo less than two weeks ago. When she returned home to Washington d.C., she found herself adjusting to the steadier ways of life. “i went to lay down, and suddenly i heard helicopters and began thinking something was happening,� she said. “That sound was so intense in my psyche.� Badran said the revolution was created by the unafraid and determined youth in egypt who were disgusted with the oppression and lifestyle. in egypt, it was illegal for five or more people to gather, unless in a mosque. They created a cyber movement and used their media tools such as Facebook and Twitter. Badran said the key to what many egyptian people want is to be known as egyptians and not defined by their religion. “What this revolution did was state that the egyptian people said, ‘We are egyptians and we want a constitution that will reflect that,’� she said. Badran said that they are ready for a cohesive state that is not framed by religion. in egypt, the young people do not pay attention to what religion someone is and have evolved in a different direction from past generations’ values. even in the midst of a revolution where the whole country wanted to flood the streets for rights, women
What: Dr. Helen McClure, Southern Methodist University visiting lecturer, will speak about “Regulating Society by the Whitecap Method: Mob Violence in Nineteenth-Century America� in the last lecture of this year’s Women’s History Month Lecture Series. When: 2:30-4 p.m. Tuesday Where: Central Library sixth floor
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Margot Badran, senior fellow at the Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding at Georgetown University, speaks about Islamic feminism and the battle for gender equality on Wednesday afternoon in the Central Library sixth floor parlor. “Living in the U.S. and Egypt is like living on two different planets,� she said.
were still faced with massive opposition on March 8 during their international Women’s day women’s march, Badran said. “There were men shouting at women to go back home,� she said. “But they didn’t leave.� Finance senior Peter rahea said he is fascinated
with history and wanted to associate his love of history with the women’s movement. “i read a lot of American history, and i relate to their women-struggles and empowerment to it,� he said. He was eager to hear a first-hand, personal account of the action. He said because of what egypt is trying
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problems such as coin theft, vandalism to coin slots in machines, coin jamming and the risk of having large amounts of cash in one place in the form of change machines. He said the new machines will help UTA’s green movement. “We’ll be looking at frontload so they’ll be more energy efficient for the washer,� leidlein said. “More of a green solution.� Although the laundry services are included in the program, laundry items, such as detergent and dryer sheets, are to be provided by the students. Amaris Walters, music education junior and lipscomb Hall resident, said she approves the idea because she has tried to avoid spending money doing laundry.
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Aerospace engineering junior Jason Faure washes his clothes Monday in Brazos House. Faure said he remains skeptical about the new laundry system, but acknowledges the convenience of not having to reload his card.
“i’ve definitely hurt in the hygiene department trying to skimp pennies and stuff like that,� Walters said. “i feel like $6 is worth having free laundry privileges.� Biochemistry senior Tuan Phan has lived in residence
halls for two and a half years and said the added monthly fees shouldn’t apply to everyone. “That sucks because not everybody does laundry on campus,� he said. “Some people go home on the weekends.�
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Gadhafi forces roll back as rebels organize BENGHAZI, Libya — NATO ships began patrolling off Libya’s coast Wednesday as airstrikes, missiles and energized rebels forced Moammar Gadhafi’s tanks to roll back from two key western cities, including one that was the hometown of army officers who tried to overthrow him in 1993. Libya’s opposition took haphazard steps to form a government in the east, as they and the U.S.-led force protecting them girded for prolonged and costly fighting.
to accomplish and the way Badran described the fall of the Mubarak regime, other oppressed countries will follow suit. “i think the revolution is going to have an impact on other countries,� he said. “A major part of the French revolution was based on the American one. i think a lot of countries that are under a dictatorship rule will take egypt’s example.� electrical engineering freshman Austin Shuttlesworth said the unrest in egypt can have a ripple effect that impacts UTA. “We have a large foreign exchange program here, and i can see how women especially would feel impacted if their families are away,� he said. Badran goes back to egypt in a month, and despite dangerous counter-revolution schemes, she wants to talk with those making history. “i want to talk to people while everything is fresh,� she said. “i want to be supportive and participate. You can’t be afraid.� Stephanie Knefel news-editor.shorthorn@uta.edu
He said he normally does laundry at home but will change his habits because he’s already paying for the service. “it would impact the way i do laundry,� he said. “i might as well do it here.� Jessica Nordon, social work freshman and Brazos House resident, said she supports the idea because it’s more cost effective for students. “i’d rather pay an extra $6 per month than taking it out of my own pocket,� Nordon said. She said it is the students’ right to have the commodity. “We pay a lot to go to this school and the least they could do is give us free laundry,� Nordon said. “$6 per month, that’s not that big of a deal, really. But laundry starts to add up.�
dustin l. dangli contributed to this article. Melanie Gruben
Concern in Tokyo over radiation in tap water TOKYO — Radiation leaking from Japan’s tsunami-damaged nuclear power plant has caused Tokyo’s tap water to exceed safety standards for infants to drink, officials said Wednesday, sending anxiety levels soaring over the nation’s food and water supply. Residents cleared store shelves of bottled water after Tokyo Gov. Shintaro Ishihara said levels of radioactive iodine in tap water were more than twice what is considered safe for babies.
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Gulf probe: Blowout preventer was flawed NEW ORLEANS — The blowout preventer that should have stopped the BP oil spill cold failed because of faulty design and a bent piece of pipe, a testing firm hired by the government said Wednesday in a report that appears to shift some blame for the disaster away from the oil giant and toward those who built and maintained the 300-ton safety device. At least one outside expert said the findings cast serious doubt on the reliability of all the other blowout preventers used by the drilling industry.
US pressures allies to take Libya mission now WASHINGTON — The United States turned up the pressure on quarreling NATO allies to take command of the air war in Libya on Wednesday, suggesting the U.S. could step away from its leadership role as soon as this weekend, even with the conflict’s outcome in doubt. In Congress, meanwhile, the Republican speaker of the House demanded that President Barack Obama quickly spell out the nation’s precise goals in Libya. White House officials said Obama would keep updating the American people and a formal address was possible. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton said order could be resolved quickly — if Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi would just quit.
Elizabeth Taylor dies of heart failure LOS ANGELES — A publicist has said actress Elizabeth Taylor died Wednesday congestive heart failure at age 79. In death, she is being heralded for her great beauty, iconic and legendary persona, tireless humanitarian work, and the compassion and optimism she exuded despite decades of physical ailments. But Elizabeth Taylor was, above all else, a performer — a three-time Oscar winner, a radiant child star whose best work as an adult was her most splashy and scenerychewing.
Man: I saw Barry and trainer with syringe SAN FRANCISCO — A key government witness in the Barry Bonds perjury trial testified Wednesday that he saw the home run king’s personal trainer leave Bonds’ bedroom at spring training with a syringe in 2000. Steve Hoskins said that when he saw Bonds and his personal trainer, Greg Anderson, coming out of the master bedroom he assumed Anderson had injected the star player with steroids. He testified that he saw the two disappear into that room “once or twice� at each spring training over three consecutive years beginning in 2000.
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ExcEl campus activitiEs
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Internet sensation Anjelah Johnson will come to campus to perform her comedic routine April 19 in the University Center Bluebonnet Ballroom. Tickets for the performance went on sale to the UTA community Wednesday and will be available for the general public March 29. Best known for her character, “Bon Qui Qui,” on the sketch-comedy show MADtv, the California native first became an Internet sensation with her viral video “Nail Salon.” The video has received more than 22 million hits on YouTube. Johnson was chosen to perform by EXCEL Campus Activities after committee members surveyed students about which comedian they would be interested in seeing, said Salvador Cordero, business freshman and committee member. Tickets for the event cost $7 for students, $10 for faculty, staff and alumni and $15 for the public. Tickets can be purchased online at www.utatickets.com.
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Finance and criminal justice junior Tafa Seyoum meets 20 chin-ups for a Marine Officer Programs’ challenge on Wednesday afternoon on the Central Library mall. Representatives from the Marine Officer Programs held the challenge to promote the program.
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would turn the hospital into a 100,000 square-foot facility. Terri Jenkins, Smart Hospital director of Simulation for Academic Programs, said students and faculty use 100 percent of the hospital’s space. “We would have liked the project to start even five years ago, but it is a money thing,” Jenkins said. “We would love to have more space, but we are not aware of plans for that.” President James Spaniolo told The Shorthorn there are no pending proposals to expand the College of Nursing’s clinical space. He said the renovation of the Life Science Building is the university’s top priority. “Ours is to renovate the Life Science Building, which is a 40-year-old building badly in
need of updating and renovating,” he said. Jenkins said the hospital’s operation hours were extended to be open on Saturdays to meet the demands of an increasing number of students. The hours were extended so students could have the opportunity to fulfill the requirements of simulated training, she said. Nursing Dean Elizabeth Poster said she wants to expand the 23-bed Smart Hospital to a 60-bed facility. She said the College of Nursing wants to develop a facility that will enhance research, emergency response and workforce development. The Learning Resource Center in Pickard Hall provides technical support and is an examination center for students to take online exams. The center is closed for students when a particular class has exams.
President James Spaniolo and Provost Donald Bobbitt will host an informational town hall meeting Friday in the Business Building. The meeting will take place noon to 1 p.m. in Room 245W and is open to all faculty, staff and students. The intent of the session is to provide information and answer questions about how state budget challenges will affect UTA. The 82nd Texas Legislature is currently grappling with a budget shortfall that could top $20 billion and will impact all agencies receiving state funding. Spaniolo has said he is committed to maintaining transparency with the university as the process develops. Last month, about 150 people, mostly faculty and staff, attended the first town hall meeting held in Nedderman Hall. Those unable to attend Friday’s forum may submit questions directly to the president at jds@uta.edu or the provost at dbobbitt@uta.edu.
“LRC is closed many times during the semester and students are not able to access the library and resources available,” Wright said. Nursing senior Ingrid Kelley said the Smart Hospital and College of Nursing should be combined and situated in one building. “I think the potential to do learning and research is better if we had them in one building,” she said. Poster said having both nursing facilities together would be best for students. “If we had the opportunity in the future, it would be ideal to have the [College of Nursing] and the Smart Hospital in one building and be able to house all our initiatives, such as the Genomics Translational Research Lab and Smart Care, in the same area as well,” she said via email. vallari guptE news-editor.shorthorn@uta.edu
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The dedication for the Arlington Community Garden is scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday. Six speakers, including President James Spaniolo, Mayor Robert Cluck and councilwoman Lana Wolff, will each give a short talk, said Bill Gilmore, Arlington Parks and Recreation assistant director. “There will be a ceremonial planting after that,” he said. “The formal part of the event won’t be more than 30 minutes.” The garden is a joint project between UTA and the city and aims to promote sustainable food production for the local community. About 80 plots will be assigned to applicants with the agreement that half of their produce will go to a local food bank. Gilmore said the ceremonial plants would be seasonal and are provided by the Tarrant County College’s horticulture program. The garden is located at 406 Summit Ave. at the corner of Summit Avenue and UTA Boulevard. — Vidwan Raghavan
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International groups to celebrate a season of color The vibrant colors of spring will literally fill the air Sunday at the west lawn by the Maverick Activities Center to celebrate Holi 2011. “Holi is a celebration of colors,” said Avinash Bharadwaj, a computer science graduate student who is planning the festivities. “It’s a celebration of spring.” Participants celebrate by throwing color packets and colored water at each other. The Indian Student Association, International Student Organization, Hindu Student Council and the Fine Arts Society of India are hosting the event and invite students to come support the culture of India. Color packets are provided for students to throw at each other. The festival will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Entry into the event is $5 and will include: two color packets, one samosa — a fried Indian snack filled with lentils and potatoes, and a bottle of water. The hosts will provide live music and entertainment as well as a water hose to soak patrons. Additional color packets and food will be available for purchase at the event.
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A memorial service for psychology associate professor James Kopp will be held Saturday at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden. The service will begin at 1 p.m. at the Japanese Gardens pavilion to honor and celebrate Kopp, who died Nov. 19, 2010. He died after suffering from cancer of the esophagus. “In a real way, I feel like he’s still with us,” said his son, Jon Kopp. Jon Kopp said the memorial service is scheduled for this weekend because they want a large number of friends and family to attend and the weather to be nice. “My sister and I have fond family memories [at the gardens],” Jon Kopp said. Jon Kopp said he James Kopp, psymisses asking his fachology associate ther’s advice because it professor was always helpful. “He was just a kind, patient person,” he said. “So many people valued his insights.” The remembrance portion of the memorial is from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. and will be followed by a reception with food and live jazz music until 4 p.m. The event is open to the public. — Ashley Bradley
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Visiting associate professor to talk about morality Joshua Greene, Harvard University psychology assistant professor, will speak about the moral decisions people make and the psychology behind those decisions. The lecture, “Beyond Point-and-Shoot Morality,” is scheduled for Friday in College Hall Room 101 and is open to the public. “The fact that someone does something good or bad, like commit murder or give money to charity, does not mean that someone is good or bad,” Greene said. His lecture highlights the moral implications that commonly arise in normative ethics and how scholars perceive and deal with them. Greene hopes his lecture will influence attendees’ patterns of thought and change the way they view the decisions they make.
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