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Mobile’s First Collegiate Newspaper
Thursday, April 2, 2009
The Spring Hill College “Treasures” Series: A faint light at the end of the tunnel for Mirror Lake After several calls to action, Mirror Lake is still in its neglected state; however, SGA hopes to make a difference if students are willing to help. MARIA WALSER Staff Photographer
Photo by Anne Standley
Gr∑∑k Update: Krawfish for the Kids a big success for the ladies of Delta Delta Delta fraternity. See Krawfish page 11.
On Spring Hill College’s campus there is one treasure that has been long forgotten and is in desperate need of being re-discovered. Mirror Lake was once a swimmer’s haven and a place that students and even residents of the local community would frequently visit. Now, more than 30 years after the lake was closed for swimming, it has turned into a place that is unrecognizable and overgrown with weeds and moss. The Chemistry Club once did experiments in the water and even that has now stopped. The lake remains stagnant and hidden away. In 2003, the lake had an opportunity to be funded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in order for it to be restored. Unfortunately, those funds fell through, and Mirror Lake is still waiting to be restored to its original beauty. A few years after Mirror Lake fell into disrepair, the Student Government Association
Photo by Maria Walser
Mirror Lake is now a mass of cloudy green water and overgrowth of weeds and bushes. cleaned up the debris and drained the lake, but no one swam in it again. Students still visited the lake as a place to relax and get away from the ‘hustle and bustle’ of college life, but after awhile Mirror Lake became known as the place it is today: forgotten and abandoned. Last semester, an article was written on Mirror Lake as a call to action for students to want to do something about this cause. The response to the article was outstanding and several students wanted to take action, but See Lake page 3.
Spring Break brings with it the dangers of alcohol, Mexico’s drug lord issues College students are at their wit’s end and ready to celebrate big during SB’09; The SpringHillian wants to remind SHC students of the dangers they face.
Spring Break travelers is college students. There comes a point where all a college student wants is to relax, and that point comes right after all-nighters become a once-a-week routine or after you’ve been studying for so long you don’t remember ELIZABETH FARREN News Editor when you started. For The largest group of many Spring Hill College
students, this coming week is a reprieve from everything. Whether you are at home, the beach or a foreign country, there are some dangers that The SpringHillian wants to remind you about. One of the most common dangers over Spring Break is binge drinking, and sometimes increased
sexual activity. According to the American Medical Association’s survey 83 percent polled said that Spring Break brought heavier drinking than normal and 74 percent said that the break brought more sexual activity than normal. The AMA is trying to emphasize to young women that their bodies
react differently to alcohol than males, and that females are more susceptible to the health risks. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that around 90 percent of the alcohol consumed by youths is in the form of binge drinking. The CDC also See Spring page 2.
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Spring Break can be fun, despite Raccoon attacks cougar walking at SHC dangers either at home or abroad Awhile new territorial battle Continued from page 1.
states, “The proportion of current drinkers that binge is highest in the 18- to 20-year-old group,” about 51 percent. According to the CDC, there are also many medical conditions attached to binge drinking, including accidental injuries, violent injuries, liver disease, poor control of diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases. The Alcohol Alert Web site states “there were 16,885 alcohol-related fatalities in 2005 – 39 percent of the total traffic fatalities for the year.” Another issue that is prevalent to many Spring Break vacationers is the things that go swimming in the gulf or the ocean. Jellyfish can be seen as close to Mobile as the Alabama and Florida gulf coastline. There have been some shark reports in 2009 around Orange County, Calif., but none have been found on the Gulf Coast so far this season. Each Spring Break, college students spend time outdoors soaking up the sun. Whether it is at the beach or out for a good game of golf, UV rays can affect any person. Most commonly, UV rays are attributed to skin cancer. According to the National Science Foundation Polar Programs UV Monitoring Network, your skin becomes sunburned when skin cells absorb the UV rays. To balance the change in the skin, your body sends blood to the damaged skin, thus creating the red, burned appearance. The site also says, “Another effect of ultraviolet rays on the skin is photoaging. Recent studies have shown that many of the symptoms commonly associated with mere aging may instead be related to UV exposure.” Such examples are wrinkles and loosening of the skin. A fourth issue is tourism in Mexico. Because of the increased severity of the drug war, many tourists are discouraged from traveling to Mexico. According to Reuters, both Canadian and American governments have asked that their citizens avoid traveling to some U.S. border states because of the growing drug trafficking. The CNN Web site states that European countries such as France, Italy and Germany have also asked that their citizens not travel to Mexico. CNN’s Web site continues by saying that “the U.S. State
Department issued a travel alert last month targeting Spring Break travelers, for whom Mexico is a popular destination. The situation in Ciudad Juarez is of special concern,” the alert said. “Mexican authorities report that more than 1,800 people have been killed in the city since January 2008. Additionally, this city of 1.6 million people experienced more than 17,000 car thefts and 1,650 carjackings in 2008.” The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Consular Affairs states in a travel alert on Tuesday, March 31, that “ while millions of U.S. citizens safely visit Mexico each year (including thousands who cross the land border every day for study, tourism or business), violence in the country has increased recently. It is imperative that travelers understand the risks of travel to Mexico, how best to avoid dangerous situations, and whom to contact if one becomes a crime victim. Common-sense precautions such as visiting only legitimate business and tourist areas during daylight hours and avoiding areas where prostitution and drug dealing might occur, can help ensure that travel to Mexico is safe and enjoyable.” The travel alert warns U.S. citizens to be careful of everyone, including people dressed as officers. “U.S. citizens are urged to be alert to safety and security concerns when visiting the border region. Criminals are armed with a wide array of sophisticated weapons. In some cases, assailants have worn full or partial police or military uniforms and have used vehicles that resemble police vehicles. While most crime victims are Mexican citizens, the uncertain security situation poses serious risks for U.S. citizens as well. U.S. citizen victims of crime in Mexico are urged to contact the consular section of the nearest U.S. consulate or Embassy for advice and assistance. Contact information is provided at the end of this message.” Over this coming Spring Break whether you are going home, traveling in the United States or abroad, remember to please be careful and conscious of your surroundings at all times. Spring Break is a time to relax and enjoy some time off before the last two weeks of school and finals, but remember how to have fun without endangering yourself or others.
has started at SHC, frustrating fellow resi- dents, especially the animals. LINDSEY PETERSON (Co) Editor In Chief On Friday, March 13, a 43-year-old cougar was walking on the sidewalk down the hill parallel to the golf course when a crazed raccoon ran out of the woods, attacked her legs and stole her iPod and Nike running shorts. Ms. Inieda Yo u n g m a n , the victim of the attack, claimed that she was simply walking on the road (excuse me, “sidewalk”) forcing cars to swerve out of her way when the raccoon, who was unprovoked, lunged for her iPod and stole her favorite pair of hot pink Nike athletic shorts. Y o u n g m a n complained to golfers on the hole adjacent to the road about how people who were driving past her in their vehicles never
stopped and actually honked their horns and told her to move to the grass. Youngman said, “It was the most outrageous thing I’ve seen… cars were whizzing past me and no one would stop to help. I just don’t understand; it was like they were mad at me for walking in the middle of the road.” She was later found wandering on the golf course with new running shorts asking several of the men’s golf team members if they had girlfriends and/or if they wanted to go out for drinks. No one has since reported seeing the raccoon. Students at Spring Hill College are urged to be on the lookout for a raccoon with a light pink iPod and hot pink Nike running shorts. It reportedly weighs anywhere between 19 and 22 pounds with heavy eye makeup and a white streak running down its face. If anyone has information, they can call 2514COUGAR (426-8427).
Wanted Dead or Alive:
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Raccoon, 19-22 pounds, gray and black, white stripes, zorro-like mask, vicious smile, bad breath, not too friendly, eats a lot and NOT afraid of humans. He likes long walks on the sidewalks, frolicking on the soccer field and dining in the dumpster.
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Thursday, April 2, 2009
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Coming up this month on campus... Event
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Contact Person
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Student Activity Fee Applications Due Fine Arts: Jazz Band Lecture: ‘Living as Giving’ Invisible Children: Rough Cut Fine Arts: A Recital of American Songs SHC Men’s Club Volleyball Debut
12:00 p.m. 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Walsh Hall, rm. 109 Burke Library Byrne Hall Quinlan Hall, rm. 125 Eichold Gallery Outlaw Rec Center
Student Activities Office, 380 - 3027 Rebecca Barry, rbarry@shc.edu Mary Helen Rhodes, mhrodes@shc.edu Sara Boccardo, sboccardo@stumail.shc.edu Fine and Performing Arts, 380 - 3855 Matt Jordan, majordan@stumail.shc.edu
Friday, April 3, 2009
Student Leadership and Involvement Award Nominations Due
12:00 p.m.
Student Activities Office
Student Activities Office, 380 - 3023
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Classes Resume
8:15 a.m.
A classroom near you
Academic Affairs, 380 - 2262
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Meeting: Students for Life Meeting: Campus Programming Board Meeting: Knights of Columbus Meeting: Student Government Association
5:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m.
New Hall Lobby New Hall, rm. 229 Quinlan Hall, rm. 129 2nd Floor Burke Library
Sarah Dickson, srdickson@stumail.shc.edu Carlos Serrano, cserrano@stumail.shc.edu Jim Love, jvlove@stumail.shc.edu Margarita Perez, mperez@shc.edu
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Meeting: Multicultural Student Union
5:00 p.m.
New Hall, rm. 229
Jules Harvison, jharvison@stumail.shc.edu
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
SGA: Earth Day Delta Gamma: Stomp the Hill
4:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m.
Rydex Commons Byrne Hall
Colby Melvin, cjmelvin@stumail.shc.edu Kaiesha Ford, kdford@stumail.shc.edu
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
COOL Day Meeting: Students for Life Meeting: Campus Programming Board Meeting: Knights of Columbus Meeting: Student Government Association
8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m.
A classroom near you New Hall Lobby New Hall, rm. 229 Quinlan Hall, rm. 129 2nd Floor Burke Library
Academic Affairs, COOL@shc.edu Sarah Dickson, srdickson@stumail.shc.edu Carlos Serrano, cserrano@stumail.shc.edu Jim Love, jvlove@stumail.shc.edu Margarita Perez, mperez@shc.edu
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Meeting: Multicultural Student Union Fine Arts: Great Expectations
5:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m.
New Hall, rm. 229 Arlene Mitchell Theater
Jules Harvison, jharvison@stumail.shc.edu Fine and Performing Arts, 380 - 3855
Special Notices: •
Please note that will be there no class Monday, April 6, through Monday, April 13.
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The Marketplace will be open for breakfast and lunch only (7:00 a.m. - 1:30 a.m.) on Saturday, April 4th. It will remain closed Sunday, April 5, through Sunday, April 12. Monday, April 13, the Marketplace will be open at 10:30 a.m. and close at 7:00 p.m. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, April 14.
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The golf course club house corner (snack shop) will remain open with its regular hours during Spring Break, 6 a.m. - 6 p.m.
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Homecoming on the Hill is Wednesday, April 22, through Sunday, April 26.
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Great Expectations runs from Thursday, April 23, through Sunday, April 26, at 8 p.m. nightly. Tickets are $10 for general admissions and $5 for SHC students.
Lake is a treasure for future SHC students and faculty Continued from page 1.
effort should be made to maintain it as a healthy environment for the animals that now call it home. Perhaps an organization could put nothing has actually been done yet to restore the lake. Rynnie together a project to make Mirror Lake kind of like an ecological Henderson, a junior biology major and S.H.O.R.E.S. member, reserve, where there are trails and information about the ecology wishes there was a group that could restore the lake. of the area.” According to Dr. Lesli Bordas, associate professor of “The putrefaction of the lake is devastating and Chemistry at SHC, the Corps of Engineers has not taken a look at that other than draining the lake and starting over, the lake for restoration since before Hurricane Katrina. She said, “The putrefaction of the lake is devastating and that other than I do not see how it could be restored.” draining the lake and starting over, I do not see how it could be restored.” - Dr. Lesli Bordas With the memory of Mirror Lake slowly diminishing more and more, there is no time like the present for students to work towards According to Henderson, “I think it is a great biological area. salvaging this historic place. If anyone is interested in taking an There are several different kinds of animals that have made Mirror affirmative action to improve Mirror Lake, please contact SGA at Lake and the surrounding area their home. I do believe that some cjmelvin@stumail.shc.edu or ssternberger@stumail.shc.edu.
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Submit your photo for print The SpringHillian staff wants you to submit your favorite photos from around campus that you feel capture the Hill the best. We’ve been giving you ideas all semester through our candid campus pictures. Once you submit your pictures they will become part of The SpringHillian archives and can be used at any point. If your pictures are printed, we will give you a byline. Please submit your pictures by 5 p.m. on Monday, April 20, to hillian@stumail.shc.edu.
News Leprechauns come over to SHC for St. Patrick’s Day fun The little Irish men leave after wreaking havoc in New Hall in search of food; residents still have to pay the fine. ELIZABETH FARREN News Editor
On Thursday, March 26, New Hall residents got an e-mail informing them that the snack machine in the basement snack room had been pushed over and vandalized, resulting in not only damage to the machine and $50 loss of products but also damage to the walls surrounding the machine. Robert Brooks, the Area Coordinator for Mobile, O’Leary and New Halls, asked students to come forward with any information about the perpetrators. Students were given until Wednesday, April 1, to report any knowledge of the actions or the whole building would be charged for the damages. Brooks walked into his office Wednesday morning and found a wee little green note on his floor, no larger than a standard Post-It note. In the little, but very detailed, note it was discovered that some Irish leprechauns had visited Spring Hill College’s campus for St.
Patrick’s Day with only one rule in mind. The rule was that they would leave only when they had run out of food. Around 10 p.m. on Wednesday, March 25, the little Irish men ran out of food. They decided they would leave campus in the morning; however, they started to get hungry around 2 a.m. on Thursday, so they headed down to the basement to see what food they could find to eat. They creatively climbed up into the machine but could not figure out how to get the food out from behind the claws so they started to push the machine back and forth. The note detailed all of their adventures to get food from the vending machine. It later informed the Residence Life and Public Safety staff that they had vacated the premises following delivery of the message to Brooks’ office in Walsh room 160. Because the leprechauns are not permanent residents of SHC, the residents of New Hall are still being asked to pay for the damages the leprechauns caused.
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Internet use becoming a more frequent tool for Obama Administration Obama holds first town hall meeting to learn what concerns Americans most about the current economic situation. ELIZABETH FARREN News Editor
On Thursday, March 19, at 9:30 a.m. Eastern Standard Time, the doors closed on Obama’s first town hall meeting with 32,000 questions posted to the White House Web site for the President regarding the economy. According to the CNN Web site, questions could include anything about long-term economic growth, such as education, fiscal responsibility, green jobs and energy, health care reform and home ownership. Obama started using the Internet to his advantage during his election campaign using Web sites like Twitter and Facebook to reach voters, especially younger voters. Some of the questions from the site include: What is the government doing to make higher education more affordable for lower and middle class families? asked James of Bloomington, Ind. James describes himself as a fulltime student who works a full-time job but only “break[s] even at the end of every month.” Another question from Providence, R.I. stated, Why do I have to be to the point of foreclosure to get any help with my mortgage? Why aren’t you helping the people who want to prevent foreclosure?
The video from “Open Questions” can be seen on the White House’s Web site. It currently runs just under one hour and 45 minutes. The American public via the Web site voted the questions presented to Obama. As soon as a question was posted online it was up for voting and there was no screening process, according to Jared Bernstein, Chief Economist and Economic Policy Advisor to Vice President Joe Biden and moderator for the Open Questions. Obama is the first president to use the Internet to communicate so closely with Americans. According to the CNN Web site, Facebook and other social networks were not yet around when former presidents George W. Bush and Bill Clinton ran for office. Andrew Rasiej, cofounder of the Personal Democracy Forum and the techPresident blog, further explained this point by saying that “neither relied on the Internet as a platform for reaching the American public as Obama does.” According to CNN’s Web site, Don Tapscott, author of Growing Up Digital says, “This is just the tip of the iceberg.” The book looks at the generation that has grown up with the Internet and how it has changed them. “It turns out that the Internet is a new medium of human communication that not only helps you get elected, it changes the way you govern.”
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COOL Day returns to the Hill
Spring Hill College welcomes the sixth Alexander Landi and Thomas Hoffman annual Celebration of our Learning are first-time coordinators for the event. Landi describes the presenters Day. ASHLEY ROBINSON (Co) Editor In Chief
After students hit the beach for Spring Break and return to school to celebrate Earth Day, it will be time to share projects, art work, papers, ideas and much more at COOL Day on Wednesday, April 22. Although the deadline for submitting proposals has passed, students are encouraged to stop by the presentation sites that day and observe the projects of other students. Several venues will be set up with tables full of presentations by students; the majority of them will be in Quinlan and Fine Arts. Students will be setting up posters, handing out flyers and possibly copies of their papers or ideas. The purpose of COOL Day is to connect the students and faculty of Spring Hill College by sharing ideas, dialogue and visuals help broaden a student’s experience. Political science professors
as “simultaneously anxious and enthusiastic” this year. When asked what this event does for students and professors, Landi said, “This event helps all of us, students and professors, to appreciate the quality of work that is done on our campus -- to celebrate Spring Hill as a community centered on learning.” Doug Bruce, a junior electronic media major from Milwaukee, Wis., and a presenter at this year’s COOL Day, said, “COOL Day is a great opportunity for students to learn and observe the work of other students. Some of it may be entertaining; however, it can also help students expand their academic interests. For example, one might be inspired to change their major or come up with a senior seminar topic.” All classes will be suspended for COOL Day and will resume on Thursday, April 23. Do not forget to come by and share your thoughts on others’ presentations.
Knights of Columbus hold anniversary dinner
Photo by Adam Pfaff
Knights Council 3038 hosted a dinner to celebrate the 62nd anniversary of the SHC Council and the127th anniversary of the Catholic fraternal organization. In the picture (left to right): Maurice Dupont, AL State Deputy; The Most Reverend Oscar H. Lipscomb, Archbishop Emeritus of Mobile; James V. Love, Grand Knight Council 3038; Rev. Gregory F. Lucey, President of Spring Hill College; and John E. Busbee Sr., Charter Member Council 3038.
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The Letter from the Editor: Ethics of question in something solid SpringHillian licked newspaper. I’d scurry life that I could depend on questioned? Yes; not once, back inside to place the hunk of charcoal-painted paper onto the kitchen table. As my mother served breakfast, my dad would skim through the paper and make five-second comments on important events, crimes and sports. I’d listen and absorb. Those days, the paper Ashley reflects on what meant something special to me that sparked my love the newspaper meant to for words. The paper was her as a child and what the canvas of my paint set, it means today. saturated in vivid colors that danced between the black and ASHLEY ROBINSON (Co) Editor in Chief white rows; it served as the When I was younger, coating that lined the inside almost to the age of reading of the cupboard, making the and writing, I would wake plates and glasses hold some up every morning, open the sort of dry importance. But door and walk into the front most of all, that paper was yard to pick up the dew- the one constant thing in my
every morning. Can you say that these days? Do you open the newspaper and absorb the information, knowing in the back of your head someone put time and effort into each word that was stamped upon that paper? It’s not always perfect; sometimes it’s off by a hair, sometimes off by a day, sometimes spelled wrong, sometimes laid out crooked, but we are only humans of many mistakes. If I could count all the mistakes in our paper and reflect them against all the correct information, I’d laugh, because in the end there is no comparison to the job we strive to uphold. Have my ethics been
but many times. Part of the college experience is finding that person you want to become in life. Knowing when you have made a mistake and knowing both how to overcome your fault and absorb that new knowledge is key to growing up. The SpringHillian has made me consider so much in my journalism career. I now see things in life from many different angles and think back in embarrassment to my past close-mindedness. The SpringHillian code of ethics says, “Always keep in mind the integrity of the person you are portraying and the importance of the picture and/or interview.” See Values page 7.
My life in a permanent Spring Break destination destination spot—seeing all the other Spring Breakers act a’fool. Different Spring Break, different hilarious situations; oh, how I love the Spring Breakers. If you’d like a breakdown of the typical Spring Break from someone in my shoes, here is how it goes: First, all the Spring Living in a year-round Breakers make their voyage vacation spot may not down the infamously slowalways be fun and games, moving Highway 59. But who but Spring Break always cares about red lights when brings entertainment for you are as pumped as they are about having their own condos the locals. and all the liquor you can drink LINDSEY PETERSON as you listen to musical greats (Co) Editor in Chief like the Spice Girls, Vanilla Every year, I am always Ice and 50 Cent? asked the same question: Next, they fill up the “Where are you going for local Wal-Mart like sardines. Spring Break?” To which, I can assure you, fellow I always reply: “Home!” Spring Breakers, that the WalWhy wouldn’t I? I live in Mart will not run out of deli Gulf Shores and my Spring meats and cheeses, so relax. Break lodging is always free. They also swallow up all the However, the biggest perk Pringles, ice cream and frozen about living in a Spring Break pizzas.
Following the WalMart excursion, they all hit the beach. Sure, it is warmer than it was in February but it’s not as warm as one may think. That ice cold wind off of the Gulf of Mexico is rather unforgiving when paired with sand whipping at your face. Either way, 5 p.m. rolls around fast and, with only one shower, it’s time to claim your spot in that line. Then, it’s party time: all different types of liquor mixing with all different types of mixers. This drinking tends to loosen your inhibitions and make you feel better about jumping off of your fifth story balcony down to the pool— which at its deepest is eight feet. Yay, you lived! Now it’s time to shake off that hangover and hit the beach. You look at the clock and say, “Wow, it’s only 9 a.m. I just went to bed four hours ago.” (This part is my favorite…) So, you hit the
beach and flip over on your stomach to get your backside tan. Goodnight! That position is legendary for making one head straight to sleep. When you wake up at, let’s say, 2:30 p.m., you realize that you are definitely sunburnt. Then, as you have taken your painful, cold shower and get ready, your friends will tell you that they are so tired of sandwiches already, so they want to go out to dinner. They designate you as the one to tell the hostess your information for the waiting list at the restaurant. The hostess looks at you and thinks, They must have just gotten in because they are still really pale. You turn around to tell your friends that there is a 30-minute wait, and that is when she recognizes the back of your legs/shoulders/arms/back. Now, my friend, you are a true Spring Breaker. Have fun, be safe, and see you this week!
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You can die any day; make plans now When I was younger, I thought euthanasia referred to children in China, “youth in Asia.” It wasn’t until last summer when I took Dr. Brandon’s philosophy class Death & Dying that I really became familiar with The issue of euthanasia the term. It was one of has always been a social the most interesting and enlightening courses stigma, but in all honesty, I’ve ever taken. Dr. how would you want to Brandon made me leave this world? realize that it’s important ANNA PLOVANICH to consider your own Contributing Writer and loved ones’ personal Lately, I’ve been feelings regarding the spending time with my end of life. For instance, grandparents, who are what if I crashed my car in their seventies and and suffered extensive recently celebrated their brain damage? I could 50th anniversary together. be a vegetable, sitting in While they both played a hospital bed for the rest an active role in my of my life. Personally, childhood, they’re not in that situation, I would able to move around as opt for euthanasia, and, they once did, and I can after discussing the issue tell that their memories are with my parents and fading. As depressing as grandparents at length, this is, I worry about when they would make the same they will die. However, decision for themselves. sometimes it’s good to When talking about think about these things, to euthanasia, the case of realize that one day there Terri Schiavo inevitably will be an end. On the arises. Those who were same note, one should also opposed to Schiavo being keep in mind that difficult taken off of life support decisions will have to be had the argument that made when it’s time for doing so would be murder. loved ones to move on. On the flipside, Schiavo I’m talking about was only being kept alive euthanasia. Don’t freak by extreme measures, out; I’m not saying that and if she was allowed once my grandparents start to die of natural causes, ailing, I’m going to put she wouldn’t have had them down or anything. I to suffer in a persistent know most people have an vegetative state for aversion to talking about roughly 15 years. I’m not euthanasia and death in saying that no one should general, but I feel the be resuscitated, but when, issue must be addressed. after some time, it is clear So hear me out. that no sort of recovery
will be made and the only thing keeping one alive is a machine, then I’d say it’s time to let go. I realize my opinion on this matter may seem extreme, but, given an extreme circumstance such as Terri Schiavo’s, it’s really not that radical. I hope that by writing this column I’ve made someone think about what they would want to happen to themselves or loved ones in a similar situation. Additionally, I urge readers to talk to their family about it and write a living will, in which one states what one would want to happen at the end of life. Think about it now; tomorrow may be too late.
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Values adapt to your experiences Continued from page 6.
Integrity is a loaded word; it means honor, truth and reliability. I think in many ways I could have upheld this to a further extent than I have strived to in the past. Push for the truth, but also respect those who gave you the truth. The Hillian code of ethics also states, “Staffers must always inform interviewees that they are writing for the SpringHillian. If the editor-in-chief feels that the information is really important to the readers and that a misrepresentation is needed to get that information, then the editor may consider such a practice. No staffers will be allowed to knowingly steal information regardless
of it importance to the story.” Ah, this holds so many truths to me as a reporter. This is the battle inside each investigative writer. This past issue printed a letter to the editor discussing campus security that was definitely borderline with this very ethic and made me question my persistence in gathering news. I regret letting it slip through my fingers in the heat of the moment, only guarding it on the grounds of its newsworthy and human interest aspects. If I could do it over again, I would, and I’d make it right. I apologize if I have ever pressed anyone beyond his or her own comfort. I only wish to inform and know the truth, good or bad.
Let your heart be the judge this is not a simple mission. It requires agility of the heart and mastery of the emotions. Many have relished the idea of capturing the reward at the end of this quest, but few have lasted to see the fruitful completion of the first obstacle of the sentimental odyssey. Join me, friends, as I courageously embark on Once again, Tyrone this journey into the unknown shares his views on the lands of adoration, the most complicated topic perilous plains of affection, and the treacherous terrains of them all: love. of heartache. Join me as we TYRONE BARNES begin our adventure into love Contributing Writer on…. The Love Chronicles: Through the purple rain Matters of the Heart. Love is a strange emotion of tears, passed the worn heart strings, around the Cheshire in that it is simple in thought, cat smile, under the sweaty but it is complex in expression. palms, over the puppy eyes It is quite humorous, if I may and into the midst of racing say so myself, that love is thoughts. This is the trek for something that we hear about those who seek the eternal so often, yet we rarely see dwelling place of love. But its ideal demonstration in
these hostile, modern days. Where does love come from? Perhaps the origins of love are at the core of its ability serenely to infect the hearts of people and still retain its ability to remain pure and innocent. This would suggest that love is not corruptible until it pervades the dark hearts of those who seek it and those who do not seek it. As humans, we are innately susceptible to things such as lying, cheating, stealing and all of the other things we openly abhor but secretly engage. It is our flawed, human condition that shapes love into the form that will either make or break us when we decide to receive it. If this is true, then it would be pointless to hold love accountable for the disappointments and fiascos See Learning page 9.
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Jim’s ‘Six-Pack’: Spring Break books during his two and three year old racing campaigns. He then goes on a tear and wins major races out in Calif., but the king of east coast racing, War Admiral, is still regarded as the best horse in the country. The story culminates in a Match Race between the two horses on Nov. 1, 1938, at Pimlico Race Course in Check out these six Baltimore, Md. Read this books that are sure book to find out who wins to please any Spring the match race.
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What are some books that are worth reading over Spring Break? The Making of the Masters by David Owen This book combines history and golf (my two favorite things to read about) and tells the story of how the Masters golf tournament came into existence. Owen got access to the archives at Augusta National Golf Club and he goes into great detail of the club’s history and the work of its founder, Clifford Roberts. Spring Break does coincide with Masters Week, so this is the most appropriate time of year to read this book. I received it as a gift three years ago and I still read over it every year because it has a wealth of information for the tournament. Seabiscuit: An American Legend by Laura Hillenbrand I love horse racing and I think the true story told in Seabiscuit epitomizes my love for racing. Seabiscuit was a heavily raced and often forgotten about horse
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Personal Writings of Saint Ignatius of Loyola This is a nice book to read for gaining a greater understanding on the Society of Jesus and the Jesuit principles we learn at Spring Hill College. With Easter being at the end of our break, the Personal Writings of St. Ignatius can offer some spiritual guidance to take Meltdown by Thomas E. beyond the Lenten season. Woods, Jr. The book is translated Woods offers a free- well and is easy to read as market approach to solve it is broken into distinct our economic woes and sections. The sections provides another take on are an autobiography, a what got us into this crisis spiritual diary, select letters in the first place. Dr. Ron and the spiritual exercises. Paul, a 2008 Presidential candidate, wrote the Moonraker by Ian foreword of the book. Fleming Woods is well educated This was the 3rd James with a Ph.D. in history Bond novel to be published from Columbia University. (1955) and it is my favorite Some things he explains novel in the series. The include why bailouts are film version of the novel just band-aids and who was appeared on the big screen brave enough to predict our in 1979. The novel is set economic collapse well in in England and involves advance. Bond’s quest to stop the villain, Hugo Drax, from The Appeal by John destroying London with Grisham a bomb. This is more of I must say that I like all of a mystery novel than an Grisham’s work and The action novel and is a quick Appeal comes to mind read. because it is the most recent Grisham book I have read. The Appeal is an effective commentary on big lawsuits and judicial elections. The book takes place in Mississippi, primarily just outside of Hattiesburg, and involves a wrongful corporation from New York. The commentary on judicial elections is very strong and Grisham, who has a law degree, puts a negative spin on judicial Photo courtesy Google Images
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Life lesson number one: No one is an island Theft at Spring Hill College may not be a new occurrence, but being accountable for your actions should be embraced today. DR. MICHAEL KAFFER The staff of The Springhillian has asked that I write a piece about the recent theft of the language honor society banner. I agreed and will try to couch this effort in intellectual and moral terms rather than personal and emotional ones. In his famous Meditation XVII, John Donne writes: ‘No man is an island, entire of itself; every man is a piece of the continent, a part of the main; if a clod be washed away by the sea, Europe is the less. . . any man’s death diminished me, because I am involved in mankind.” In a less famous but no less important book, Spring Hill College’s Bulletin of Information, there are some additional relevant concepts: “The College attempts to create a genuine community based on the pursuit, common to students and faculty, of intellectual growth and personal development. . . .This personalized care, possible because of the College’s comfortable size, allows each student to develop individually, but also, simultaneously, as a member of a community bonded by shared ideals.” Reading further, one
finds this statement: “The Spring Hill experience, therefore, in all its dimensions, challenges students to excel as informed and responsible leaders in service to others…. They are urged to share with the College its responsibility to bring political, social, and cultural benefit to the Mobile community and, ultimately, to society at large.” In the context of the words of Donne and the College’s mission statement, my reaction to the recent theft has assumed proportions greater than the simple theft of a $60 banner might justify. My dismay stems from the belief that the theft represents a violation of the concepts that these two documents speak to—a breakdown of a community. I am, and have been for forty-nine years, a member of a community and any violation of this ideal is a blow aimed at me and all of us who want to believe in this community. This recent theft “diminishes” us all. For better or worse everything that takes place on the Hill relates to us individually and communally. When the College or its members do something meretricious, the good reflects on each of us individually and all of us collectively. One might mention the efforts of Alyse Granier and her associates to encourage high school students to continue their educations. Conversely, whenever
a member of the community does something at the other end of the spectrum, the “onus” of this action reflects on us. Each of these alternatives is a breakdown of the meaning of community and illustrates the failure of the College to carry out its mission as fully as it would wish to. Going from the general to some particulars, the idea of plagiarism comes to mind. Several years ago I discovered that two of my students were guilty of this act—for which they bore individual responsibility, but unfortunately for two semesters I was suspicious of every paper that I received. Thus the actions of the few had ramifications for me and for all my students in general. I have been the victim of identity theft and I have had a leather jacket stolen from my office here. Both of these things, wildly different in scale, did serious harm to my sense of the larger and the smaller communities. And ultimately what was the point of this theft of the banner of Phi Sigma Iota? I can’t believe that there is a market for it on ebay. Does it represent some sort of trophy? Who would want it? I can’t even get my mind around the idea some have expressed that maybe someone in the “honor” society took it. In response to the e-mail that I sent to students, someone
has suggested that it is time to start trying to construct on honor code for the College. While I have nothing against the idea, I know that such a code has requirements that I am not sanguine about our ability to live up to. Not only is the individual required to act honorably, but everyone is required to turn in violators of the code—this is the step that would be hard for some because we somehow think it wrong to rat people out. This is essential to the codes because anyone’s lack of honor diminishes us all. Many years ago there was a statement on our bluebooks which students had to sign: “I give my word that I have neither given or received help on this exam.” I always thought that this was pointless because I assumed that anyone who was willing to cheat probably wouldn’t hesitate to lie. Why don’t we just have the reverse of the golden rule: don’t do unto others anything that you would not be willing to have done unto you. I will close with a Star Trek reference. I firmly believe that each of us has the capacity to do good or evil and, in the words of Captain Kirk, maybe the best that one can say is that I will do evil today. Then maybe not doing evil becomes a habit. Someone can take a giant step toward restoring my sense of community: bring the banner back.
Learning to love yourself is the first step in loving others Continued from page 7. we come across when we take it by its horns and try to tame it as our own. Instead, we find ourselves shackled by our own heart strings and at the mercy of this ruthless emotion. For something that has such an enormous purpose, we sure do make numerous attempts to condense love into an understandable form which we can manipulate. Unfortunately, love does not work in such a way that it can be induced to conform to the iniquitous state of humanity. When I consider all of these things, I deduce that maybe love, like many other forces, is not something that is to be controlled but rather it is to be embraced by those who cross
paths with it. Although something that is beyond true comprehension, love is something that cannot exist without the help of humans to draw it in. Similar to a symbiotic relationship that can be observed in animal nature, it forms a mutual relationship in people in that it is allowed to have a home within the person and the person is allowed to experience all of the good and bad things that come along with love. Let it be respectfully suggested that the first step in connecting with that which is love is to let it begin within one’s self. This concept of “within to without” implies that love takes root in the hearts of people, and there it begins to grow uncontrollably throughout the body of that person and soon to surrounding people. There are many
times where we all wish to extend invitations of love to others as a way of fostering and promoting our feelings, whether it be by way of dating or a marriage. The fact of the matter remains we must learn to love ourselves before we begin to branch off and love others. We must develop a healthy and sincere understanding of ourselves, who we are each day we wake up, and if we are happy with whom we are becoming. There is nothing like a good trial-and-error, and there is no better judge than you yourself when it comes matters of your heart. When you love yourself, you are able to detect love beyond the reaches of your own heart, and you make your heart more attractive to the potential love that exists around you.
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Get to know: Dr. Rooster Prince releases dual albums Curious about why the cock crows? Discover the answer as we interview the shyest staff member on campus.
The notorious musician again raises eyebrows as he releases two albums simultaneously with a cut-rate pricetag.
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This column has featured some of Spring Hill College’s best leaders and teachers it has to offer, but sometimes we forget about those who have other very important duties. For instance, the cafeteria guy, Tony, who makes those omelets that will get your day started right, and the helpful librarian that can magically locate the smallest paragraph about the most random paper assignment topics. But what about the campus’s alarm clock? Without him, how would SHC wake up at 7:00 on Saturday mornings? Yep, you know about whom I am talking: Dr. Rooster. Rooster has a reputation for being rather unapproachable, but once you get to sit down one-on-one with him, he’s not as cocky as you may think. Sure, he is convinced that Alice in Chains’s song “Rooster” is about him, and he has appeared several times in videos for classes like Broadcast Media and in the newspaper at SHC. What a lot of people probably do not know is that he is terrified that the café is going to try to cook French food and attempt Coq au Vin.
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“My job is so hard,” he said, “some students may not want to wake up at seven in the morning on a Saturday, but they shouldn’t get into a habit of sleeping in because it throws off their internal clocks.” He continued, “I’m just doing what I do naturally.” Rooster came to Mobile from a local flea market in 2008. He has been at SHC for almost four semesters, and he said, “I like it, but students chase me and ruffle my feathers.” Rooster loves the warm weather and you are sure to find him catching worms in the morning. He has a degree in agriculture and hopes to work on a farm in a henhouse someday. If a student at SHC wishes to get in touch with the rooster, they can drop by his roost, which is located outside of the first apartment building in the woods by the golf course. Students can also find him working by Skip’s Place, Byrne Memorial Hall and Burke Library.
With the economy the way that it is these days it is no wonder that artists, especially musicians, are trying to find new ways to promote their recent music. In some ways, that means giving listeners the option to download their album from a website, with minimal charge, while others seem to focus their energy on large album releases with exclusive retailers. This past Sunday, March 29, Prince, the artist formerly known as “The artist formerly known as Prince,” released not only one new album, but two new albums, while still managing to keep the customers extremely happy. Prince’s new albums, Lotusflow3r and MPLSound were accompanied by a third album by Prince’s most recent protégé, Bria Valente, and were relased in a package, boasting a mere $11.99 price tag. The albums not only made media coverage due to the packaging, but also due to the fact that customers can only purchase the album at one location, Target. Prince is not the first artist to jump on the exclusive retailer release bandwagon, as Guns-N-
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Roses made a similar move with Chinese Democracy, yet the fact that Prince chose Target raised a lot of eyebrows. According to the The Rolling Stone, the choice to release the album exclusively at Target stores probably had to do with the fact that Target is based in Prince’s hometown of Minneapolis, Minn. The albums may not have gained much hype strictly for the quality of music within the discs, but the promotional strategies made in anticipation of the release far surpass that of any other major label release to date. The album proves that not all musicians are in it for the money and not everyone is going to charge $60 for a box set of their “greatest hits” that never received radio play. Instead, artists are addressing the current issues of the nation not only in their music, but by helping their fans through the difficult times with some smooth grooves, some rocking jams and a low pricetag to make it all that easier to throw in your shopping cart.
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Krawfish for the Kids raises more than $2,500 for St. Jude’s Annual Delta Delta Delta event raises money to support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital through the use of a Cajun favorite: crawfish. ADAM PFAFF
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This past Sunday, March 29, the ladies of the Gamma Delta chapter of Delta Delta Delta held their third annual Krawfish for the Kids event on the South Lawn of Spring Hill College’s campus. The event raised, after cost, more than $2,500, all of which will be donated to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Delta Delta Delta’s philanthropy chair, Helen Winchell, organized the 275 people event which featured food from R&R Seafood, Newks’s Express Café, Raising Cane’s and Aramark. Kraver’s Seafood Restaurant in Daphne, Ala., also helped to organize the successful event. Not only did the event feature great food such as shrimp, corn, chicken tenders and, of course, crawfish, but other attractions such as a dunking booth, fun music and prize raffles went on throughout the course of the event. The prizes that were raffled off during the event were donated
by over 20 local businesses and restaurants. Lawn into a Cajun-themed festival. Junior Addie Some big prizes included items such as a three- Brannin was in charge of the raffles, while month membership to Omni Fitness, jewelry from sophmore Carissa Chavez helped with the most Private Gallery and Adrenaline in Fairhope even important part of the event, the food. donated a pair of Costa Del Mar sunglasses to be The ladies of Tri Delta were not left to do raffled away. everything by themselves; families, friends, SHC’s Tri Delta chapter has not only been classmates and faculty came out to show their able to raise money for St. Jude through this support for the event. Senior Michael Boudreaux, event, but so far, during who helped out with some the 2008-2009 school of the cooking, said, term, the Gamma Delta “When it is fun and for chapter has raised more a great cause, no matter than $16,000, ranking how much time you give, the chapter in the top it’s always worth it.” 10 national chapters in Those that money raised through purchased the $10 ticket philanthropy. went home with way more Winchell was able to than they had anticipated. organize the event with the Even as people were Photo by Anne Standley help of a great staff made leaving, they were being More than 1,000 pounds of crawfish were up of representatives handed to-go plates full boiled on Sunday at the fundraiser. from various classes. of crawfish to take home, Junior Anna McNamara was in charge of the give to family or just to satisfy that last craving entertainment like the music and the dunking for Cajun food. Junior Anne Standley praised the booth, which was used for target practice by event, saying, “It is always my favorite event of young children well after the booth was empty. the year,” and giving props to the Tri Delta ladies Sophomore Hannah Kraus helped turn the South year in and year out.
SHC plans 2009 Earth Day celebration Due to the events of COOL Day, Earth Day at SHC will occur one day earlier than for the rest of the world. JASMINE WILLIAMS Contributing Writer
On April 21, Spring Hill College will celebrate Earth Day 2009. While, worldwide, Earth Day is recognized on April 22, as a result of COOL Day events, SHC is celebrating a day in advance. SHC’s celebration will kick off with a one mile walk and will include a live band and fresh produce market sponsored by Aramark services. “David Reilley is going all out this year with the produce market, and we are really looking forward to what everyone has to bring,” Staci Sternberger, Student Government Association vice president, stated. Recycled art will be on display and SHC’s Impulse Step Team is scheduled to perform. Students will be able
to pick out fresh produce, participate in planting flowers and enter in a bicycle giveaway. Organic tshirts will be on sale and can be charged to the student’s account. Last year, SHC’s theme “Renew the Face of the Earth” inspired a lot of change across campus. Recycling bins appeared outside of buildings and the construction of the new “green” student center began. For Earth Day 2009, SHC continues on with this theme. Campus wide, organizations are donating time and effort to the cause. “Art Club, Chemistry Club, ADPRO, CPB, the Step Team and Phi Mu are just a few of the organizations already involved,” stated Sternberger, who wants to assure students that it is not too late to become involved in Earth Day 2009. “Students who want to vol-
unteer can contact Colby Melvin, Addie Brannin, Margarita Perez or myself for more information,” stated Sternberger. Volunteering time for Earth Day 2009 is not the only way to raise environmental awareness. Recycling water bottles, using a coffee mug instead of disposable cups, and turning off lights and electronics are just a few ways to stay green and protect the planet. Sternberger stated, “I think it is important to try to be green; no one is perfect but if everyone does a little bit it does make a difference. I believe if we could just change people’s mentality, we can make a change.”
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Hooligan Horoscopes A week of fun in the sun! Aries
(March 21-April 19): Don’t worry too much when you find yourself in a colorful new place after a tornado. Just follow the yellow brick road and you’ll soon enough find that there’s no place like home.
Taurus
Scorpio (October 23-November
21): While living in a chic Soho apartment you will have an affair with a married person. Their spouse, unfortunately, will find out about the affair, hunt you down and kill you. Have a nice day!
(April 20-May 20): An old man reveals the ways of the Force to you. But make sure you Sagittarius (November 22get the whole story before you go December 21): Bullies at school will kissing anyone, or you may end up lead you to the tutelage of a karate teacher who teaches you how to wax kissing your sister. cars, paint fences, catch flies with chopsticks and miraculously win a Gemini (May 21-June 21): karate tournament. Pursuing a job with a high-powered fashion editor will lead to fabulous clothing and a new attitude. But not Capricorn (December 22everyone (like your boyfriend) may January 19): When your old friend is killed in the ring by an unbeatable be so happy with the new you. Soviet boxer, you take up the challenge to face him yourself. Cancer (June 22-July22): You Weeks of hard training in the frozen will fall in love with the person you tundra will prepare you for the fight, least expect before finding out that but watch out or he will break you. they have a terminal illness. You may help make all their dreams come true, but they will die anyway.
Aquarius
(January 20February 18): Your hockey team gets a few new players and a trip to the Leo (July 23-August 22): Exploring Goodwill Games. Fame begins to go a big house may lead to new places to your coach’s head, however, and and new friends, including a talking the team has to work hard to remind beaver and a chivalrous lion. Just him what really matters: that ducks be careful if someone offers you fly together. Turkish Delight.
Pisces
(February 19Virgo (August 23-September 22): March20): Rebellion against your A familial obsession with treasure overprotective father will lead to hunting and a greedy partner-turned- unexpected adventures on the high nemesis will lead you to steal the sea, especially for him as he searches Declaration of Independence and high and low for you. You get a nifty, find millions of dollars worth of new nickname during an initiation ceremony and make new friends, treasure. sheltered though they may be.
Libra
(September 23-October 22): Disappointment in love will lead you to Harvard Law where you set out to prove to everyone that you are more than a dumb blonde. Your knowledge of clothing brands and hair care saves the day.
At a loss for how to fill next week? In case you’ve put it off and haven’t made any fun plans, take a gander at our ideas for the most fun Spring Break ever! KATE GRIFFITH
Life and Culture Editor
The stereotypical Spring Break vacation consists of a few days at the beach, soaking up the sun and hitting the clubs, right? Boring! Why not have a vacation that is a cut above the rest? Whether you are thinking about staying in town for the break or want to get away, The SpringHillian is here to help. Try these fun activities to break up the monotony of a whole week without classes. With warmer spring weather comes outdoor sports, and what could be more fun than a rousing game of shuffleboard? Head over to your local nursing home and challenge some of the residents to a tournament. You can make some new friends, possibly getting a sweater knitted for you out of the visit, and you have a high probability of improving your self-esteem. Wait around for their attractive grandchildren to visit and show off your mad skills, but watch out for cougars. Staying in Mobile will probably entail quite a few hourlong drives to the beach at either Gulf Shores or Orange Beach. To break up your journey on the way there, stop in Summerdale, Ala., at the Spear Hunting Museum, owned and founded by Gene Morris, “the Greatest Living Spear Hunger in the World.” According to Roadside America’s Web site, the museum opened in December 2006 and features spears Morris has used on his many adventures along with the bodies of some of the almost 400 animals he has killed since he began spear hunting, “including an African lioness, an American bison, and a menagerie
of alligators, cougars, and deer.” Try to visit on a Saturday when he may put on a spear chunking demonstration, but always call before you visit “to see if the Spear Hunting Museum is open or if Morris has hung out the ‘Gone Hunting’ sign.” For students who may want to travel a little farther outside of Mobile than simply to the beach, take a little trip up to Cullman, Ala. Located off Interstate 65 just north of Birmingham, a four hour and 38 minute drive, this little town boasts quite a big potential for Spring Break fun. According to the Cullman Times, the Treasure Hunters Roadshow will be in town on Friday, April 3, and Saturday, April 4, the first weekend of Spring Break. It will be held at the Sleep Inn on Highway 157, allowing visitors to find both lodging and entertainment in just one stop. While you’re in town, stop by the grand opening ceremony for the Cullman Wellness & Aquatic Center on April 5 at 2 p.m. The Cullman Times reports that “Olympic gold medalist Rowdy Gaines will be on hand” and “there will also be live music, food and guided tours.” Cullman native and SHC senior Gabe Taylor gives potential Spring Breakers these words of advice: “Make sure you have copious amounts of alcohol entering the county because you can’t buy it there.” If you have exhausted these ideas for Spring Break fun and somehow still manage to be bored, just head to the beach. There’s nothing more we can do to help.
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Movie Review: Coraline is a must-see stop motion treasure
The movie brings a story to life in the tradition of The Nightmare Before Christmas. ANNA PLOVANICH Contributing Writer
Though Coraline isn’t in theaters any longer, I thought I’d still give the movie a shout out in my last movie review of the semester. (If you didn’t catch it last month, I highly suggest you wait with bated breath for its release on DVD.) As I’ve mentioned before in my review column,
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I am a huge fan of writer Neil Gaiman, and Coraline is his best movie adaptation to date. Coraline was first published as a fantasy/horror novella in 2002 and won several awards as well as the lofty comparison to Alice in Wonderland. The film version debuted in early February and is directed by stop motion expert Henry Sellick, known for The Nightmare Before Christmas and James and the Giant Peach. As a fan of each of those movies, I feel Coraline surpasses them
both. Coraline is visually splendid and innovative, while keeping to Selick’s tendency for creepiness. The story begins with Coraline’s family moving to a new house in Oregon. Her parents are busy, so Coraline finds other ways to entertain herself, like exploring the house and meeting new neighbors. She finds a secret door that leads to a parallel world, where the garden is magical, the food is delectable and her parents are eager to please. However, everything is not as it seems; her “Other
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An all-pervasive lack of integrity in everyday life is beginning to grind Kate’s gears. KATE GRIFFITH
Life and Culture Editor
Usually my column is a bit on the lighter side, characterized by the friendly chat I have with you, dear reader. However, an issue has come to my attention that I believe needs to be addressed without my usual snide remarks and funny asides. It is a problem which faces our nation and affects every man, woman and child, no matter their age, race or creed. And I wish to address it in the form of an appeal to all musicians: stop stealing other people’s music. It has long gone unnoticed by the media, staying under the radar as it happens more and more often. It is a slippery slope as the general creative potential of our nation steadily declines. It is a matter of moral integrity and rectitude. In academics, it’s called plagiarism.
In all other avenues of life, it is called theft: taking something that belongs to someone else and calling it your own. It was condemned by the Ten Commandments which Moses brought down to the Hebrews from the mouth of God, and it is written into law in every civilized nation around the world. The concept is quite simple, yet the music world seems to find great difficulty in abiding by the rules of society. From the advent of jazz and rock ‘n’ roll into the 1980s, music went through a birth which consisted of testing its boundaries and trying new things. In recent years, however, most music has become an echo of the originality of the past. In past years, when one musician “sampled” another’s music, they took the issue to court, or at least threatened such actions, like when Vanilla Ice used many of the identifiable riffs from Queen and David Bowie’s “Under Pressure” for his “Ice, Ice Baby,” never giving the group a credit in his album To the Extreme. Or the fact that, in 1994, Fantasy Records sued Creedence Clearwater Revival’s John Fogarty for self-plagiarism when he left them and went to Warner Brothers. Such actions happened in the past when musicians stole from each other, but lately it seems that such consequences have no deterrent effect. Recently, there have been innumerable songs based on favorite ones from the past. Nelly’s “Country
Grammar” quotes from a children’s hand game I once played in elementary school, Flo Rida’s “Right Round” is essentially the exact same as Dead or Alive’s “You Spin Me Round (Like a Record)” and Akon’s “Suicidal” takes all of its music from Ben E. King’s “Stand By Me.” And rappers are not the only ones sampling classic music to lay down their new rhythms and rhymes. Kid Rock’s popular “All Summer Long” copied both music and lyrics from Lynyrd Skynyrd’s “Sweet Home Alabama.” What is the world coming to, that an artist no longer needs to come up with his own music? Neither the lyrics nor the actual music are original anymore, a fact which would make any of the legendary music greats turn in their graves. The creative juices of our nation have begun to dry up, starting with the people who are supposed to help lead the creative drive: the musicians. Stealing is becoming “the sincerest form of flattery,” rather than a sin and a crime. And rockers and rappers are rewarded a thousandfold for doing the minimal work of rerecording a song that was already written and recorded by someone who thought it up for the first time. Call it plagiarism, call it theft, call it what you will, but it is our responsibility as citizens of this great nation to call out the perpetrators and beg them: stop stealing other people’s music. Come up with your own.
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Ben Folds visits the Saenger Restaurant Review to promote the new variation on the already stellar album, and with extra tracks and new versions, anyone that may have even seen him within the last year will still not be disappointed. Folds has been above the radar since 2001 with his debut solo album, Rockin’ the Suburbs, as the title track from the album as well as “Still Fighting It” have both made it onto countless movie soundtracks since its release. Others of you may know Ben Folds from his risqué yet accurate 2005 cover of the ’92 Dr. Dre track “B****** Ain’t S***,” (I’ll let you fill in the blanks), but most people still enjoy his awkwardly Caucasian plethora of piano melodies and his delightfully honest lyrics. Ben Folds will hit the stage at the Saenger Theatre at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, April 6. Tickets are currently on sale and start around $30, but some have already started to reach over $100 on some online ticket distributors. To purchase tickets or for more information about the show visit the Saenger Theatre Web site. Photo courtesy of Google Images
Ben Folds graces the Port City with his presence to promote his album Way to Normal. ADAM PFAFF
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For those of you that are going to be staying around Mobile for Spring Break, you might be wondering, “what in the world is there for me to do around here?” Aside from the hopefully sunny weather, various beaches and great food, there is going to be some great music coming to town as well. On Monday, April 6, Ben Folds will be playing everyone’s favorite piano pop ballads at the Saenger Theatre in downtown Mobile. Ben Folds has had at least one track on almost everyone’s mixed tapes for years, and he has chosen Mobile as one of his tour locations following the re-release of his 2008 album Way to Normal. Folds is out
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When you are really hungry and looking for a big bang for your buck, the best place to chow down is at one of those omnipresent, allAmerican, all-you-can-eat buffets. For this kind of “always fills you up and never lets you down” cuisine, look no further than the Marketplace. Known to the locals as “the caf,” this fine eating establishment is within walking distance of many Spring Hill College residence halls, making it a convenient location for hungry college students. And at under $10 per person for as much food as you can stuff in your face, why look anywhere else? It has its very own unmistakable atmosphere which leaves an indelible mark in the memories of all who have eaten there. The staff is friendly and helpful right from the moment customers walk in the door, as everyone gets a welcome from either Ms. Juanita, an SHC legend, or Ms. Pat, but the interior decoration could use quite a bit of help. For instance, the tall ceiling is dotted with fluorescent lights which are largely responsible for its ambiance, characterized by a ghoulish glow. The distinctively drab decorations make the building seem as though it was made for a different use and has recently been outfitted for food service as an afterthought.
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The food, however, presents many options for any discerning taste. Buffet-style service means that patrons can sample any and all of the food offered. The menu changes each day so going on a regular basis never gets boring. A salad bar is available to all paying customers that boasts a variety of salad garnishes and dressings as well as healthy alternatives such as fruit and cottage cheese. Other staples include a full service sandwich line, freshly made soups, grilled cheese sandwiches and hot-from-the-oven pizzas. And cereal is often available at any time of day to appease even the pickiest eater. The central focus of this Marketplace rests with what is known as the “home station.” Food like momma used to make is served hot and fresh from the kitchen. Some of my favorite meals include the barbecue pulled pork that has a certain enticing aroma and is served with baked beans, corn on cob and coleslaw, as well as the fried chicken with homemade macaroni and cheese. The side items are usually worth a try, and you should never pass up an opportunity to have a cornbread muffin. While you’re in the caf, don’t miss out on dessert. Since you can grab all you want, try out whatever it is that interests you. The pie is always good, especially the chocolate pie topped with whipped cream, but the real icing on the cake, if you pardon the expression, are the cookies. When the cookies are sitting on the tray warm and gooey from the oven, they contain a little slice of heaven in their chocolatey melted centers. Next time you get a rumbly in your tumbly, head over to your local Marketplace to rustle up some grub. There are free refills on food and drinks, so get your fill. Located in the Arthur R. Outlaw Recreation Center at 4000 Dauphin St., it is open on Monday-Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and on weekends from 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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WoRd JuMbLe
Sudoku
brackets to unscramble the answer to this week’s joke or riddle. GOOD LUCK!
numbers 1 through 9. Answers for the puzzle will in next week’s paper.
Directions: Unscramble the words below. Then use the letters in Fill in the grid so that every row, column, and 3x3 box contains the
1. ATRMKE 2. HOTHGUT 3. AKGAECP 4. LAAIMGC 5. IRTUAM
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Why shouldn’t you tell an Easter Egg a good joke? __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __. Last week’s answers:
1. BLURT 2. CLEARLY 3. BEACH 4. EFFECTS 5. OMEN Why is the letter A like a flower? Because a BEE COMES AFTER it.
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Downtown Mobile Musings Entertainment
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Free crawfish Weds. at 5 p.m. Happy hour Thurs-Sat 7-9 p.m.
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Soul Kitchen
The Molly Ringwalds on Saturday, April 4
Live music, dancing, drink specials
18 and up: $10 at the door Doors open at 9:30 p.m.
Hoppy Easter, SHC!
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SHC Badgers’ swim team completes the 2009 season
Devin and Lindsey’s Final Four Picks
The SHC swim team wraps up their 2009 season with a splash, taking the top seed in the GCAC.
With the NCAA Tournament now at the Final Four round and with only three games left to play, the Sports Goofs will attempt to correctly predict the games on Thursday and set up their potential NCAA Championship game on Saturday night.
DEVIN GOLDEN Sports Reporter
The Spring Hill College swim team concluded their 2009 season with the GCAC swim meet and endured one of the most difficult seasons any swim team has ever faced here at SHC. The Badgers have endured a difficult season, with a few minor roadblocks being placed in front of them, like the fact that they have been shunned from sunlight, and they must endure the constant stomping of feet above them. Many members of the swim team feel deprived of oxygen and find a lack in concentration whenever they practice. Very few SHC students have attended any of their swim meets or seen them
practicing, but a few have heard of the splashes of water in surprise. Junior Katherine Powell said, “I really hope the ground in the café is strong enough now.” The team did not have a very successful season with its fan base, but the results were still the same. The team competed strong against Gulf Coast Athletic Conference opponents and did extremely well in all meets at SHC’s pooleteria. One of the factors of the strong record at home was the ability for the team to adapt to the pool, whereas opponents always had difficulties with sight during the races. The recruiting for future seasons has taken a hit, however, as many prospective swimmers who are looking at schools are turned off by the program, citing the workin-progress pool area as the main reason.
#1 North Carolina vs. #3 Villanova Villanova’s Scottie Reynolds had his famous coast-to-coast drive that will go down as one of the greatest shots in Villanova basketball history. North Carolina’s Tyler Hansborough makes his final stand to win a championship for Chapel Hill. But it has been Ty Lawson who has played “out of this world” for the Tar Heels, and their sound performance against Oklahoma raised some eyebrows. When looking at this game, Villanova must be able to shoot the ball well in order to stay with UNC. Coming out of the Big East conference makes them one of the tougher teams automatically in the tournament, and their ability thus far in the tournament to overcome odds makes me want to take the underdog. But Hansborough and Lawson are on a mission, and their mission will include playing two 4-3, but they are only 1-2 games in Detroit. in GCAC play. The SHC Devin’s Pick: men’s tennis team is 1-3 on UNC the season with a 1-2 record in conference play. #1 Connecticut vs. #2 Mich Mobile’s women’s igan State Throw out the fact that team is 5-3 overall on the season, but only holds a 1- UConn is from the superior 2 conference record. The Big East conference and SHC women’s tennis team Michigan State is from the is 1-2 overall, with all Big Ten conference. Throw out UConn’s ability to fend games against GCAC comoff Missouri’s extremely petitors. fast-paced offense en route The next match for the to their regional title. Throw SHC tennis teams wll be out the facts that the Spartans against Belhaven College had trouble with USC in the second round and Kansas in on Wednesday, April 15.
Tennis matches versus Mobile cancelled due to bad weather The men’s and women’s tennis teams will makeup their games against U. of Mobile on Wednesday, April 1. DEVIN GOLDEN Sports Reporter
The Spring Hill College men’s and women’s tennis teams had their matches against Mobile postponed due to inclement weather. The matches will be made up on Wednesday, April 1. The University of Mobile’s men’s tennis team currently holds a record of
the regional semi-finals. Michigan State is playing basically a home game in Detroit, and they have all of the confidence in the world. They humbled Louisvile in the regional finals, who were the top ranked team in the entire tournament. They are playing inspired basketball, and Tom Izzo will rally his troops in one of the greatest coaching battles you could imagine with Jim Calhoun standing in front of the opposing bench. Devin’s Pick: Michigan State
LINDSEY’S PICK #1 North Carolina vs. #3 Villanova I like the UNC team because their uniforms are the same color as my old high school. I think that the light blue looks good on everyone, but not nearly as good as purple and white! Villanova’s uniforms are such a drab navy blue-- hello! As if that hasn’t been done before. UNC also has the senior guard and forward Marcus Ginyard and, to me, history says that people with the first name Marcus are notorious for hittin’ those 3-pointers! No one on Villanova’s team has the first name, Marcus. Therefore, they can not win. Last but not least, everyone said that UNC would win. No one thought that those mad scientists at Villa-
nova would take the cake. Lindsey’s Pick: UNC
#1 Connecticut vs. #2 Michigan State This was a toughie! For starters, I like Connecticut because I love dogs and their mascot are the Huskies. The mascot’s name is Johnathan and that’s a good name for him. I do not like the Spartans as a mascot, though, becuase I hated the movie 300. However, Michigan State’s colors are green and white-- the same as my beloved Celtics! I would definetely root for a team that looked like the Celtics. Next, Connecticut has six seniors and Michigan State only has four. I would say that the team with the most seniors will be better. Michigan will have better luck next year, as they will have more seniors then. Lindsey’s Pick: UConn
To see who wins, look to the final issue of The SpringHillian which will debut on April 23. Another note: Lindsey’s picks are the “hooligan” part of this article; they are purely to make you laugh.
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Tim Tebow’s famous speech to team honored on a plaque
Tim Tebow backed his words up with his actions, something that very few athletes do nowadays. ERIC QUINTANA Sports Editor
Most of the sports related motivational speeches that we hear about usually come in movies. Coach D’Amato in “Any Given Sunday, Coach Brooks in “Miracle” and Coach Gaines in “Friday Night Lights” are
just a few of the many. However there aren’t many motivational speeches, let alone words, that exist in real sports. Most of the treasured speeches are ridiculous comebacks used as rebuttals to reporter’s questions. The University of Florida however, has done something no other school has done. They have actually immortalized Tim Tebow’s speech after the 31-30 loss against Mississippi. I’m really not a big Tebow fan, especially since I do not see him becoming a big time player at the professional level, but I believe Urban Meyer did a great thing in putting his words on a plaque for the school to be reminded of. In addition, Meyer didn’t even wait until he graduated. “I’m not a big fan of, ‘Hey, let’s wait down the road.’ It was a speech that everybody in Gator Nation has a right to see on the side of the building,” he told reporters. I had completely forgotten about the words Tebow spoke at the press
conference following their only loss of the season. What captured me the most after seeing this however was that he really did back up his words. A good deal of athletes talk way too much for their own good and just look silly after failing to back up their words. Terrell Owens does it all the time and still hasn’t managed to make a team successful. What people sometimes forget to take into account is the fact that on top of all the pressure from the coaches and fans, Tebow went ahead and added more weight onto his shoulders that he really did not need to add. Then to actually go out and perform like he did the rest of the season proves that he is not your typical athlete. Analysts and bloggers are thinking about placing him in a category reserved for the greatest college athletes. But through his actions after his words, he has not only written himself into the Wall of Fame; he has written himself in
as the greatest college football player in history. That is something he earned by talking the talk, and then always finding a way to walk the walk for his team.
Photo courtesy of Google
Tim Tebow will forever be immortalized in Gator Land.
SHC Baseball sign highly Badgers’ club volleyball team will play touted pitcher for next season their first game in an exhibition contest where he has been a fouryear varsity player. This season he has served as both a starter and a closer with an ERA of less than 2.00 and is averaging one strikeout per inning. ERIC QUINTANA Sports Editor Maughn’s father said, “James is very excited about The Spring Hill College Department of Athlet- committing to Spring Hill ics announced the signing and relieved to have finally of pitcher James Maughn of made the decision, as are we. His decision Milton High to attend School in Spring Hill Alpharetta, was based Ga., to an largely on Athletic the warm Grant in Aid reception on Monday, the Spring March 30. Hill coachT h e 5’10”, 180es and playpound righters showed hander is him when currently a Photo courtesy of SHC Web site he came for senior at the Maughn will add another arm to the his tryout 5-A school Badgers’ rotation for next season. last Fall.”
James Maughn averaged one strikeout per inning this past season, serving as both a starter and a closer for his school.
The men’s club volleyball squad will face the SHC women’s varsity team in an exhibition game at the Rec Center. DEVIN GOLDEN Sports Reporter
The Spring Hill College men’s club volleyball team will play an exhibition game on Thursday night, April 2, in the Arthur Outlaw Rec Center starting at 8:30. The club volleyball team will face the SHC women’s varsity volleyball team in what should be a
very entertaining contest for all those in attendance. The game will begin at approximately 8:30 p.m., and there will be concessions available to all who wish to come. The cost for admission is $1. The team is attempting to raise funds in order to make a trip to Tulane University for a tournament. The tournament will take place on the weekend of April 1719. A Facebook group has been made to attempt to raise support for the team as they begin their schedule, in
hopes that the club volleyball squad will become an SHC club team for years to come. Freshman SHC student Tom Wingbermuehle, one of the founders of the club team, hopes the team will continue to grow and attract competition. “For next year we are going to try and host a couple of tournaments and try to bring in a few big name schools like LSU and others,” said Wingbermuehle. “Hopefully we can spread interest in volleyball throughout the southeast region.”
Come watch the SHC club volleyball team play Thursday night in their first game!!! Admission is only $1!!!
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The Bite of the Badger: William Kelly
Athletes of the Week
SHC student Will Kelly gives us insight you had a love for the craft known as Rock into the thrillride sport known around Band? WK: The moment I gripped the drumsticks the world as Rock Band.
and heard the roar of the computer generated crowd. Sports Reporter DG: Who is your biggest inspiration for For this week’s edition of the athletic your work? player profile, The SpringHillian will interview WK: Celine Dion and Ashlee Simpson with a slight sprinkle of Journey. senior SHC student William Kelly. DG: So you play drums in your Kelly is a Computer Information band? Systems major and works in the WK: I had to adapt as drummer library offering computer technical in the band because I am the best assistance to students. But a little drummer out there, but every known fact about Kelly that is very now and then Matt Bertucci and similar to the majority of students I switch between drums and on the SHC campus is that he is a vocals. devoted player of the video game DG: How do you juggle your turned to sport, Rock Band. The hit video schoolwork as well as hitting the road with game series has hit the mainstream airwaves the band? and recently released its second installment, WK: Sometimes you have to put your school work on the back burner and titled Rock Band 2. For some put the band and your band though, mastering the game mates first. on all instruments has become DG: How long have you been that of an athletic sport, and a Rock Band expert? Kelly is no exception. WK: I was into Guitar Hero He and his roommates freshman year, but I knew I had to step up my game and enter (seniors Brian Goddu, the big leagues. I have now Matthew Bertucci and Jeffrey been a Rock Band player for Setterstrom) formed their own two solid years. band the day Rock Band 2 was DG: When can we as fans released and began their rise to expect an album? the top. Their band name is too Photo courtesy of Google images WK: Any day now, I think. inappropriate to be mentioned Some consider it a game, The title is either Hangover in The SpringHillian. but Will Kelly considers it Amnesia or Amnesia Hangover. DG: When did you realize a sport and his life. The only thing left is the title. DEVIN GOLDEN
SHC fishing team reels in season with a win
Photo courtesy of Richard Meisemann
Samantha Brooks pitched all seven innings against Mobile, only allowing one run in a win.
Matt Hasley pitched six shutout innings against Tougaloo with six strikeouts.
UPCOMING GAMES TEAM BB
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LOCATION Loyola
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Mar. 26
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Mobile (GCAC)
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Mar. 29
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Tougaloo (GCAC)
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SHC baseball sweeps Tougaloo in Softball team adds new weekend Gulf Coast Conference series freshman 2010 season Badgers rebound from rough month with an impressive three game sweep in Gulf Coast conference play.
Ryan Hall added a homerun of his own in his three-of-four night and added two RBI. A run in the bottom of the seventh ended the ERIC QUINTANA game and made the Sports Editor final score 11-1. The Spring Hill Hasley took home Photo by Eric Quintana College baseball team swept his first complete Lehman is being swamped by his team conference-foe Tougaloo game victory of the after his homerun Friday night. College over the weekend, season. Harrison led the offense with beating them 11-1, 8-3 and Game two started out six stolen bases between the 11-1 in the three game series. rough for starting pitcher, two. Brad Holstein had a After a tough stretch of four junior Nick Clapper, as five RBI game that included wins in the last fourteen he gave up two runs in the a fifth inning, three run home games, the Badgers played top of the second to give run to left field that put them extremely well against the Tougaloo their only lead of up by the score of 7-2. The one win team in Tougaloo. the weekend. Tougaloo’s Badgers were able to add Senior pitcher Matt Sims had an RBI single to one more in the bottom of Hasley dominated in the center and then was batted in the sixth to make the final first game of the series, by Spann on a single to left score 8-3. only allowing one hit and after a tough second inning Game three was another seven strikeouts through six that included a batter being impressively pitched game innings. Tougaloo managed hit by a pitch. as freshman Josh Essington to put down three more hits Clapper pitched allowed only three hits in the in the seventh that led to a run through six innings and game. Lehman added to his but it would not be enough gave up three runs with six weekend totals as he went to overcome the Badgers. hits, three walks and only four-for-four with two RBI The Badgers had 18 two strikeouts. Senior Todd this game to give him an hits in the game and were Kline relieved Clapper in eight-for-12 weekend with led by senior Craig Lehman. the seventh inning, facing one home run and six RBI. Lehman went four-for-five, four batters and only giving The Badgers jumped including a homerun and up one hit. out to a 9-0 lead by scoring Hall and junior Justin three runs in the second, four runs driven in. Junior four runs in the third and two runs in the fourth. The Badgers added two more in the bottom of the seventh to give them an 11-1 lead and end the game. Essington picked up his first career complete-game victory, giving up just one run off three hits. The Badgers next play at Loyola University – New Orleans in a three game Photo by Eric Quintana conference series starting The Badgers won all three games from Tougaloo, scoring April 4. 30 runs throughout the weekend.
Mallory Sullivan signs with the Lady Badgers after playing for her high school’s varsity team for all four seasons. DEVIN GOLDEN Sports Reporter
The Spring Hill College Athletics Web site reported on Tuesday evening that the Department of Athletics announced the signing of softball player Mallory Sullivan of Citronelle High School in Alabama to an Athletic Grant in Aid. Sullivan was the only freshman to make the Citronelle varsity team in 2006. She was selected as an honorable mention member of the 2007 “Super-12” team and was All-County and elected as Defensive MVP following her junior season. Sullivan is currently serving as the Citronelle team captain as a senior. She has been on the team for all four seasons. She has also played three years of summer club ball with Velocity. Photo courtesy of the SHC Web site Sullivan has also been extremely active Mallory Sullivan was elected off of the diamond in Defensive MVP following her her spare time. She is junior season, along with other a member of Students awards. Against Drunk Driving (SADD) and participated in both the Principal Advisory Council and the Superintendent Advisory Council as a junior. Sullivan has also been a member of the National Honor Society since her junior year, as a junior and senior she served on the Citronelle High School Student Council for four years, was Chair of the 2008 Prom Committee and has been an active Key Club member for three years SHC head coach Allison Sellers-Cook is extremely pleased to be adding Sullivan to her roster for next season. “Spring Hill is proud that a student-athlete of Mallory’s talent and dedication has chosen our program,” said Sellers-Cook. “She brings a strong work ethic with her - both on the playing field and off.” The Lady Badgers are currently 12-23 on the season with a 2-4 record in conference play. However, they have played well at home, posting a record of 4-4 when playing at Murray Field. The team has 10 games left in their 2009 season, and they play six of those games at home.
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Softball team rebounds against Mobile to split doubleheader
In the second game of the doubleheader, The softball team rallied behind a dominant pitching performance from starter Saman- the Lady Badgers were carried by an impressive pitching performance from starter Samantha tha Brooks in a 3-1 win over the Rams. DEVIN GOLDEN Sports Reporter
The Spring Hill College softball team (1223, 2-4 GCAC) split a conference doubleheader with top ranked, cross-town rival University of Mobile on the afternoon of Sunday, March 29, losing the first game 8-0 but rebounding with a 3-1 win. In the first game on Sunday, the Lady Badgers fell behind 1-0 in the top of the first inning and then gave up another run to No. 10 ranked Mobile in the top of the third inning. With the game still close, Mobile put up six runs in the top of the fourth inning to expand their lead. The defining moment of the fourth inning came while the score was still 2-0, with two outs and a runner on third. A Mobile batter walked and then went to second base, and the Lady Badgers decided to protect the runner on third from scoring and not go for the routine rundown. The next batter was hit by a pitch, and with the bases loaded, SHC starting pitcher Lauren Crane (3-3) gave up a two-run single. Brittany Abate came in for Crane in relief and allowed an RBI single to the first batter and then a three-run shot over the left field wall, carried by a strong wind. The Lady Badgers only recorded two hits and three base runners in the game, with their best opportunity to score coming in the bottom of the fourth inning with two, two-out singles by Abate and Jessica Whidden. Crane received the loss for SHC.
Brooks (7-9). Brooks pitched all seven innings, allowing just one run off of seven hits against the top ranked opponent. In the bottom of the fifth inning, with SHC already ahead 1-0, the Lady Badgers had the bases loaded and no one out, but failed to get an insurance run across the plate. The third out came on a short fly ball to shallow right field that the second baseman of Mobile dove backwards for and caught, although many fans and SHC head coach Allison Sellers-Cook argued that the ball came out of the glove and hit the ground. In the sixth inning, though, the Lady Photo by Eric Quintana Badgers got two runs off of a Carlene Bolton The Lady Badgers are 2-4 in conference play, pinch hit RBI single and a Monica Zeringue RBI single. The first run for SHC came in the but have played very well at home thus far. bottom of the third after an error and an RBI (2-10) and never looked back. single from Crane. The softball team was originally scheduled Zeringue had two hits and an RBI in the to face Belhaven College in a road conference lead off spot of the SHC lineup. Nichol Struble, matchup, but the game was postponed due to Jessica Edgar and Lindsey Taylor each crossed inclement weather until April 16. the plate once. The next game for the Lady Badgers will On Thursday, March 26, the Lady Badgers be against non-conference opponent LSUdropped two conference games to William Alexandria at SHC on Saturday starting at Carey University by the scores of 3-1 and 4-1. noon. In the first game, William Carey put up three runs in the first inning against SHC starting pitcher Crane, which proved to be enough for a win. In the second game, the Lady Badgers pounced out to an early 1-0 lead after a Jessica Erickson RBI single, but William Anytime Fitness offers: Carey scored two runs in the second inning off SHC starting pitcher Abate
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The Lady Badgers won a pitching duel against Mobile in the second game of their doubleheader, but the offense was able to give Samantha Brooks just enough at the end.
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