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Thursday, January 26, 2006
Renovations begin on UCO's oldest dorm Murdaugh Hall gets new maintenance, cleaning crew by Desiree Treeby Staff Writer
Council seeks new parliamentarian
A common complaint of Murdaugh Hall residents is that the dormitory isn’t regularly maintained and cleaned. “There’s a broken egg on the hall floor that’s been there for days,” said Scott Richter, psychology senior and resident for almost four years. “I haven’t seen anyone clean since about a week ago,” Richter said. “They do take out the trash. That seems to be all they do.” As of Jan. 3 a new cleaning company, Sodexho, was hired to take over UCO’s mainPhotos by Vista photographer Brett Deering tenance and cleaning. The previous company employed Above: Alan Webb, UCO Department of Housing repairman, tiles a shower stall Jan. 25 in a secalmost 95 percent of the 58 ond-floor bathroom of Murdaugh Hall. Top right: A Murdaugh Hall shower wall must be completely people hired by Sodexho. removed and rebuilt as part of the ongoing renovation project. Bottom right: A shower drain in
see MURDAUGH , page 5
by Nathan Winfrey Staff Writer
Murdaugh Hall before the renovations began.
UCO gets grant for bat project by Christina Purdom Staff Writer UCO’s Selman Living Laboratory has been awarded a $17 thousand grant to conduct research to protect the 70,000 bats that hibernate in its caves. The grant was awarded to only two of the 27 potential File photo projects submitted to Florida Power and Light Energy, the Dr. Bill Caire, UCO biology professor, displays a Mexican freetail nation's largest generator of bat's wing last fall in a cave at the Whitlow Ranch in western wind power, in a pilot program Oklahoma.
to conserve North American bat species. Dr. William Caire, professor of biology, will be in charge of the project. He said he hopes to incorporate the help of local high schools and UCO students and faculty. “It will bring high school students and teachers out to learn hands-on science,” Caire said. “One of the things that appealed to [FPL Energy] was getting the high schools involved…it
encourages students to stay in science.” The conservation project will address the problem of human disturbances on the bats' hibernation, Caire said. Caire has found evidence that unauthorized visitors have entered the cave during the bats’ hibernation. This can cause problems because repeated waking causes the bats to use
Please see BATS, page 9
Barthell named dean of College of Math & Science by Nathan Winfrey Staff Writer
Husband, father and nature researcher Dr. John Barthell will take up the office of dean of the College of Mathematics and Sciences July 1. Currently the interim associate dean, Barthell will take the office, with Dr. Charles Hughes from the Department of Physics and Engineering coming on as associate dean. Sitting in his office, surrounded by pictures of his
family, nature and humorous caricatures drawn by his colleague Dr. James Bidlack, Barthell detailed his current research projects, which emphasize undergraduate participation. “Undergraduate research promotes critical thinking skills and exposes them to potential careers they might not have otherwise pursued,” Barthell said. “I have always known Dr. John Barthell as a passionate advocate for undergraduate research and I am extremely
excited about his new position of the dean starting next year. He started the program which got me into research and for that I am very grateful,” said Vagan Mushegyan, biology sophomore. One project concerns the study of the relationship between weedy plant species and their non-native pollinaby Vista photographer Midori Sasaki tors like honeybees. Dr. John Barthell, new dean of “We basically want to the College of Math & Science. know two things. First, do weeds attract our native pollinators away from our native weeds and non-native bees plants, and secondly, do help each other out when
UCO students participate in art show by Courtney Bryce Managing Editor
by student photographer Krystal Nida
A UCO art professor and his students displayed paintings and photographs at the Oklahoma Garden and Home Show Jan.2022 at the State Fairgrounds. Dr. Bob Palmer, art professor, said this is the fifth year he’s taken students to this event. “I think they had about 75,000 people come through the event,” Palmer said. “There were times when we had 30 to 40 people watching at once.” Palmer said he usually involves all his students from photography to mural and studio painting. He said everyone from freshmen to graduate students participated. “I had about 30 students,” Palmer said. “They were all part of my classes one way or another.”
Dr. Bob Palmer, UCO art professor, demonstrates painting techniques Jan. 23 at the Home and Garden Show at the Oklahoma State Fairpark.
Please see SHOW, page 4
ISC meets to prepare upcoming activities
they invade new regions of the world together,” Barthell said. All honeybees are native to Europe, Asia or Africa, but only constitute a small percentage of the thousands of bee species. Most are solitary bees, which are antisocial insects that are represented by over a hundred different species on Santa Cruz Island in California alone. Barthell, and his colleagues from the University
The International Student Council held its second meeting of the semester Monday to prepare upcoming events targeted at students from the 90 countries represented at UCO. New ISC president Josephine Mangoli, from Kenya, facilitated the meeting. The council asks that anyone interested in filling the vacant parliamentarian seat give their name and student I.D. number to the International Office. MeShawn Conley, assistant director of the Department of Campus Life, took the floor to promote the upcoming Oklahoma Conference on College Student Character, a free character development event starting at 8:30 a.m. Feb 4. People interested can sign up in the Campus Life office on the fourth floor of the Nigh University Center. “Students who have a real interest in improving themselves internally will get a lot out of the Oklahoma Conference on College Student Character. One of the exciting aspects of the conference will be Tom Martinez, an ex Neo-Nazi member who now goes around the country speaking on the evils of hatred,” Conley said. Jill Sallee, history education sophomore and president of the international unity organization, Envoys, posed a request for a country to focus on for their March meeting. Juliana Marin, president of the Association of Latin American Students from Venezuela volunteered to help. “Instead of them just being general meetings, we’re making them cultural celebrations where we highlight a different country every month,” Sallee said. The first country Envoys will celebrate will be Japan, in February.
see BARTHELL, page 4
Please see ISC, page 4
INSIDE Health Health columnist Callie A. Collins offers advice for students who suffer from migraine headaches. See A Healthy Dose Pg. 3
New Dean Dr. John Clinton named interim dean of College of Arts, Media, and Design. Pg. 3 National Judge Samuel Alito's confirmation all but assured. Pg. 7
Police Briefs Pg. 5
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Opinion
January 26, 2006
theVista Editorial
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Matt Cauthron, Editor in Chief Courtney Bryce, Managing Editor Trisha Evans, Copy Editor
Brett Deering, Photo Editor Midori Sasaki Travis Marak
Advertising News Nathan Winfrey, Staff Writer Christina Purdom, Staff Writer Melissa Wilkins, Staff Writer Desiree Treeby, Staff Writer
Elizabeth Erwin, Ad Director Tyler Evans, Ad Designer
Cartoons/Illustrations Cary Stringfield
Secretary Sports
Nancy Brown
Kristin Limam, Sports Editor Teddy Burch, Sports Writer
Adviser Mark Zimmerman
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To be the best we can be, The Vista needs your help A credo is defined as the Broncho athletics or music and statement of the aims that guide theater performances. And persomeone’s actions. If you read haps most importantly, someThe Vista very often, you’re no times it means offering you a doubt familiar with the over- forum to express your opinion sized “V” of the logo that grac- to the UCO community. es the top of every issue. It’s The first function is easiest quite an eye-catcher, which is for us to carry out. When it why you may be less familiar comes to reporting on adminiswith the smaller words that lay trative happenings or just plain beneath it: The news, we have Student Voice STAFF EDITORIAL pretty consisSince 1903. tent channels of It’s our information that credo. Providing a voice for keep us in the know. But for the the student body is the aim that latter two, we rely heavily on guides our actions. Sometimes you, the reader. that means reporting on issues I was sitting in a class last that affect you directly, like semester listening to people crituition hikes or parking and tique The Vista, a fairly common housing issues. Sometimes practice in some of our jourit means keeping you up-to- nalism courses. Most offered date on campus activities, like minor criticisms, and a few tried
to nitpick. But one classmate’s comments stood out. She said she was disappointed The Vista didn’t adequately cover UCO’s Greek community. I thought about it for a while, because I immediately knew she was right. We hardly ever cover Greek events. At first I tried to rationalize The Vista’s shortcomings in this particular area. I’m sure a very small percentage of the UCO student population belongs to a Greek organization, I thought, so it’s not exactly newsworthy. But the more I thought about it, I realized I was dead wrong. All I had to do was remember the credo. We’re here to be the student voice. As far as The Vista is concerned, if UCO students are doing it, it’s belongs in
these pages. Unfortunately, it’s not exactly that easy. I think the problem with covering fraternities and sororities, or any group that doesn’t get adequate coverage in The Vista, is that we simply
As far as The Vista is concerned, if UCO students are doing it, it belongs in these pages.
don’t know when and where the news is happening. I’m not afraid to admit that our newsgathering resources
are limited. We’re a student newspaper. Our staff is pretty small. It’s almost inevitable that stories would slip through the cracks. There are just too many out there. As my news reporting professor, Dr. Hanebutt, often said: you can’t walk down the hall on this campus without running into a story. That’s why we’re asking for your help. If you’re a part of a campus organization you feel deserves more attention from The Vista, please let us know. We can’t guarantee a front-page feature, but we can guarantee this: we can’t get it in The Vista if we don’t know it’s going on. As for the third of the aforementioned functions of The Vista, it depends entirely upon you. Page 2 of The Vista is
reserved for opinion, but it doesn’t have to be our opinions. If you have something to say to the UCO community, The Vista offers you two avenues. Submit a 300-500 word editorial for the “My Turn” segment, or write a letter to the editor. (E-mail either to editorial@thevistaonline.com.) So the next time you find yourself with something to say, use The Vista for its intended purpose, and let your voice be heard.
Matt Cauthron Editor in Chief
Letter to the editor: from KUCO adviser Dr. David Nelson Dear Editor: This letter is regarding the KUCO “Christian” radio show article that was reported in the Jan 24 issue of the Vista. As the KUCO faculty advisor, I strongly believe in programming a wide variety of music blocks so that students may be exposed to formats not readily available in the mainstream media. Also, it provides the broadcast student an opportunity to learn and understand the concepts in music programming; therefore, I often encourage broadcast students in the course to bring forth their programming ideas. In the past we have had some variation outside of our alternative rock format, though not significant, and I hope to see more in the future. With this said, I want all to know that the article in Tuesday’s Vista unfairly, though
not intentionally, misrepresented the purpose and image of the station. First, I want to address the misconception the article may have created regarding the content of the so-called “Christian” morning show. The word “Christian,” conjures up an image that misrepresents what KUCO does on a daily basis. KUCO staff and students don’t, and have never, proselytized a religion or an affiliation with a religion through our programming. And, because the station is in a public university setting, the show cannot and will not, promote a particular religion. The content of the morning show covered in the article is of a secular nature consisting of the same content, contests and banter you may hear at any local commercial radio station. In addition, due to the neutrality in the lyrics, many of the musical artists presented on the show are mainstream in nature and have “crossed over” several
times to adult contemporary, Top 40 and other secular formats during their career. The original intention of the program was not to get “the Word of God out” as stated in the article, but to provide a block of programming consisting of a “family-oriented” or “inspirational” nature surrounded by the typical morning show banter. To clear up any false impressions about the purpose and content of the show, a name change is forthcoming. I hope this clears up any misconceptions the show or station may have received attributed to Tuesday’s article in the Vista. I encourage you to listen to all of our programming. We can be found on KUCOFM.net. Dr. David Nelson Assistant Professor of Mass Communication
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Compiled and photographed by Brett Deering and Midori Sasaki.
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Ashley Campbell
Preston Herring
Daniel Shih
Computer science, freshman
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Graphic design, senior
Fashion marketing, junior
News
January 26, 2006
Hall-of-famer named interim dean for CAMD by Christina Purdom Staff Writer The College of Arts, Media and Design recently announced that the founder and Executive Director of the Oklahoma Center for Arts Education will serve as interim dean. Dr. John Clinton will assume the position on Feb. 1 and will have the responsibility while a committee searches for a permanent replacement. “The university should be looking for the very best person for the position,” Clinton said. While serving as dean, Clinton said he hopes to help the department continue to focus on students and education. “What can I do to aid the faculty? What can I do to make sure we’re doing all the right things to ensure the students are getting the best opportunities?” Clinton said. While Clinton does not officially take his position until Feb. 1, he and the staff have been working to prepare themselves for the switch. “I have so much to learn. Right now they’re just trying to bring me up to speed,” Clinton said.
With a little over a week left, current CAMD dean Dr. Christopher Markwood has been moving out of his office, saying his good-byes, and preparing for his move to the position of provost and vice chancellor at the University of WisconsinSuperior. While this is his first attempt at being a college dean, Clinton is no stranger to the arts. He has been teaching for 37 years and has received many awards for his contribution to the arts including a recent induction into the Oklahoma Music Educators Association Hall of Fame. He said he received the news of the induction through a phone call in December and was inducted in a formal ceremony on Jan. 17 in Tulsa. “It was quite unexpected,” Clinton said. “It’s a great honor.” The Oklahoma Music Educators Association began the hall of fame about 20 years ago, Clinton said. Nominees must have had 25 years of teaching experience, have held a statewide office in the association, and have made a significant and positive impact on music educa-
tion in Oklahoma. Clinton is also the conductor of the Oklahoma Youth Orchestra and serves on many advisory and director boards for organizations such as the Oklahoma Arts Institute. The interim dean of CAMD began his career in music education with a Master of Music Education degree from OU. He then completed his Ph.D. in Music Education from the University of North Texas in 1991. Clinton has dedicated his time and career to helping students learn and appreciate music. The Norman Public Schools recognized his devotion by naming their 65,000 squarefeet theater The John E. Clinton Theatre. Clinton conducted their high school orchestra, leading them in 24 years worth of sweepstakes trophies at state competitions. by Vista photographer Brett Deering “If we’re not about the students, I’m not sure we’re really Dr. John Clinton, executive director for the Oklahoma Center for about anything,” Clinton said. Arts Education, will assume his new post as interim dean for the College of Arts, Media, and Design Feb. 1. Christina Purdom can be reached at cpurdom@thevistaonline.com.
Oklahoma weather report (AP) - Clouds are expected to move across Oklahoma, bringing with them a chance for rain in several areas of the state by the end of the week. The National Weather Service said Wednesday night would be partly cloudy with a slight chance for showers in western
Oklahoma and lows mostly in the 30s, but remaining in the lower 40s in the southeast. Thursday is to be partly cloudy with a continuing chance for rain in western sections and highs in the 50s to lower 60s. Mostly cloudy skies are forecast for
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CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS n The History and Geography Department is offering a threecredit course called Survey of Rome. The course includes trips to Pompeii and Florence. An organizational meeting will be held at 4 p.m. Jan. 31 in the History Department Conference Room, 202 B in the Liberal Arts Building. For more information contact Dr. Sheets-Nguyen at 974-5842. n The Black Student Association and Campus Life will sponsor the Miss Black UCO Scholarship Pageant at 7 p.m. Jan. 28 in Mitchell Hall. For more information contact MeShawn Conley at 974-2363. n The UCO Accounting Club will hold meetings at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 6, March 6 and April 3 in the Will Rogers Meeting Room in the Nigh University Center. Professional dress is preferred. n The Gay Alliance for Tolerance and Equality will hold a meeting at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 31 in Room 211 of the Liberal Arts Building. n Orientation Leader applications, formally known at OTLs, are available in Room 424 in the Nigh University Center. They are due by 5 p.m. Feb. 3. For more information contact Emily Overocker at 974-3589. n Applications are now available for the Lead Team. The Lead Team helps plan and oversee orientation and Stampede Week. Only past OTLs can apply. For more information contact Emily Overocker. n Maoni, an international journal is looking for students interested in submitting an article dealing with international issues. should contact mmugo@ucok.edu.
Friday with showers and thunderstorms possible in most of the state and highs again in the 50s to lower 60s while overnight lows will be in the 30s and 40s.
Don't let a migraine get you down Callie A. Collins
Mounting bills, stacks of textbooks, exams and quizzes accumulate in quick succession along with countless daily annoyances familiar to the college student. The challenges of a new semester are enough to give anyone a headache, but individuals who suffer from migraines perhaps now more than ever find themselves in debilitating pain from which there is no easy escape. Your dorm room or shared
apartment isn’t likely to facilitate quiet evenings with dim light and little company, the standard requisites for a speedy recovery. Heavy medication, much of which causes lethargy or dizziness, hardly contributes to ideal study conditions and won’t help you concentrate. Focusing on printed pages or computer screens will also make you feel worse, even if tomorrow’s impending exam is the source of tension.
Stress, food allergies, and hormonal changes are among the usual culprits, all of which can be resolved with proper care, preferably before mid-terms. According to the Mayo Clinic, symptoms usually begin with a throbbing headache that gets progressively worse and impedes normal activities. Nausea, sensitivity to light and noise, the appearance of flashing lights, and in more complex variations, slurred speech and numbness on one side of the body often accompany a feeling of general disorientation that prompts many individuals to hastily cancel all events for at least a day or two. Subtle warning signs, known
as neurological premonitions, sometimes precede the actual headache and may include irritability, moodiness, thirst, sudden bursts of energy, or cravings for sweets. Talk with your doctor about consulting a neurologist if these telltale signs sound familiar and start a headache diary to establish a pattern of the events surrounding their onset. Migraines tend to be hereditary, and a history of related conditions such as stroke also contributes to your chances of being one of the 30 million Americans who currently receive treatment. The majority of migraine sufferers easily identify what triggers their onset, and new patients face the frustration of trial and error with a variety of potential causes. Nitrates,
high concentrations of which are found in hot dogs, salami, and other cured meats, compete with preservatives as the most problematic ingredients. Monosodium glutamate, normally used to enhance flavor, can account for the avoidance of Chinese food by many patients, but simply requesting that your take-out be specially prepared may let you enjoy chow mien again. Giving up caffeine suddenly also provokes withdrawal symptoms that include migraine and should only be attempted gradually. Anxiety, common to testtakers everywhere, is best remedied with sufficient planning and adequate study time. Getting enough sleep, talking about troublesome issues with a friend, and making prioritized
to-do lists are all simple methods that will reduce your stress level. Women are three times more prone to experience migraines and related symptoms than men, particularly in those weeks that coincide with ovulation and menstruation. Over-the-counter medicines sometimes prove effective, but mentioning any bothersome or persistent conditions is always worth a call to your gynecologist. For more information about migraines, visit the National Headache Foundation at http:// www.headaches.org/consumer/ topcisheets/migraine.html.
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ISC from page 1 Michael Mugo, actuarial science senior from Kenya, gave an update on Maoni, an international journal that will be published every semester at UCO. Maoni means “viewpoints” in Swahili and will contain articles dealing with international political, social and economic issues. The deadline for the journal will be in February, Mugo said. The council voted to allocate $200 for the International Volleyball Tournament, which will be held April 2 in the Wellness Center. T-shirts will be awarded to the members of the top two teams, which must have between three and five members, the only criteria being that they are current UCO students or faculty. Abisola Obisesan, medical technology and biology junior from Nigeria, was appointed chairperson of International Women’s Day and Alex Ogund, corporate communication senior and vice president of the Nigerian Student Association, was voted in as chairperson of the International Pageant. Nathan Winfrey can be reached at nwinfrey@thevistaonline.com.
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their work helps students gain confidence in their skills. “When you put your work on display, it’s like putting part of yourself on display,” Palmer said. “It’s intimidating with thousands of people walking by.” Megan Landa, art education senior, said this is her third home and garden show to display her work in. “I definitely have gained more confidence and skill,” Landa said. Landa said she’s learned to talk to people in a more professional way about her art. “I think part of our philosophy is to reach out into the community,” Palmer said. “We’re all about going out to the public and letting them know who we are.” Palmer said the students not only learned what the real world of a professional artist is, they also sold some pieces. He said individual students sold about 8 photographs and 4 paintings. He also said about six commissions were made for specific projects. Landa said she received a commission from a business called Garden and Ponds. “They want me to paint koi fish and lily pads,” Landa said. Landa said she’s received most of her commissions through the home and garden shows and networking through friends. Palmer said he’s always appreciative when people choose to commission or buy artwork from students. He said it’s a win-win for everybody. The quality of the students’ work is good and the customers get reasonable prices. “Who knows?” Palmer said. “They might buy the next Picasso.”
Palmer said the students signed up by choice. They spent the weekend talking to people, displaying their art and giving demonstrations of studio and mural paintings. “At first I think they were reluctant,” Palmer said. “Who wants to spend the weekend with their professor?” Palmer said being in the pub- Courtney Bryce can be reached at lic and talking to people about cbryce@thevistaonline.com. .
BARTHELL from page 1 of Tulsa and the University of California, received funding in 2003 from the National Geographic Society for their research on this island. When Barthell planted yellow star thistles, which are non-native to Santa Cruz Island, he discovered that native bees preferred the foreign plants. The lack of pollinator attention means fewer seeds for the native plants, which are already being physically pushed out by the thriving thistles. “When they (the nonnative species) find each other, they help each other along in this new place,” Barthell said. His findings conclude that
the presence of non-native bees and plants has a negative influence on the island’s ecosystem. Barthell’s other projects are a study of carpenter bee foraging behavior and the pollination biology of a native mint species in the genus Teucrium with colleagues at UCO. Barthell grew up in Powell, Wyoming, a rural community 60 miles from the east gate of Yellowstone National Park, which is where he developed a love for the outdoors and field biology, he said. “I received both my baccalaureate and doctoral degrees from the University of California at Berkeley. It was there that I had the opportunity to be involved in research with scientists as an undergraduate,” Barthell said.
A presidential fellowship for undergraduate research allowed Barthell to travel to Central America in the ‘80s to study Africanized “killer” honeybees that were passing through Costa Rica. Barthell lived on a ranch for a semester, sometimes alone, and took a horse into the woods every day to look for “killer” bees. It was this experience that led to his continued interest in bees, he said. “Killer” bees are the result of a Brazilian attempt to promote honey production in the ‘50s. The experiment got out of hand and the bees moved north 300 miles a year, entering the United States in the ‘90s, Barthell said. “I was attracted to UCO because of the mix of teaching and scholarship I saw among faculty here. That interest in combining these
areas has defined much of my service to the university,” Barthell said. As an assistant dean in the Joe C. Jackson College of Graduate Studies and Research, he accompanied two undergraduate students from UCO to the Council on Undergraduate Research “Posters on the Hill” showcase in Washington D.C., he said. “It is an honor for any student in Oklahoma to be selected for this event and UCO has had a representative each of the last two years,” Barthell said. At the event, students get the opportunity to talk with members of the Oklahoma congressional delegation about their research. “This promotes understanding about the importance of research experiences in undergraduate education,” he said. “I think it’s really important for faculty who want to do so to develop a strong mentorship with students,” Barthell said. He lives on an acreage outside of Edmond with his 7-year-old daughter Kaitlyn and wife veterinarian Denise. “We sort of have a common interest in animals,” Barthell said. When they have time, they like to work on the property. They also raise animals and have a garden. “I look forward to working with students and faculty and finding ways for students and faculty to work together,” Barthell said.
by Vista photographer Travis Marak
Megan Kirk, a UCO photojournalism major, displayed some of her photographs at the Oklahoma Home and Garden Show at the Oklahoma City Fairgrounds Jan. 21.
Nathan Winfrey can be reached at nwinfrey@thevistaonline.com.
News
P LICE BRIEFS TRASH CAN FIRE 3:12 p.m. Jan. 17 Officers responded to a trash can fire near the Liberal Arts Building. WEAPON ON STATE PROPERTY 5:43 p.m. Jan. 17 Officers took a report and seized a gun in parking lot 17. LARCENY 12:50 p.m. Jan. 17 A UCO student reported a wallet and its contents stolen from the Wellness Center. 10:25 p.m. Jan. 18 Two cell phones were reported missing from the Wellness Center. SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY 7:41 a.m. Jan. 20 A student worker reported suspicious activity in the Nigh University Center.
FIRE ALARM 7:47 p.m. Jan. 22 An officer responded to a fire alarm at Central Plaza. FOUND PROPERTY 12:46 p.m. Jan. 21 A UCO officer found possible drug paraphernalia. FAILURE TO PAY TAXES DUE STATE 3:30 p.m. Jan. 17 A vehicle was impounded for failure to pay taxes due state. NON-INJURY ACCIDENT 3:14 p.m. Jan. 19 An officer investigated an accident in parking lot 12. RECKLESS DRIVING 1:00 p.m. Jan. 15 A reckless driver was stopped and cited in parking lot 49.
TRESSPASSING 4:50 p.m. Jan. 20 Suspicious person reported in parking lot 12. Contact was made and a trespass warning issued.
Nate Adams, biology freshman and Brooke Wilson, Campus Life, both right, hand Natalie Black, public relations freshman, a free ticket to hear Martin Luther King III speak in the Nigh University Center Ballroom at 1 p.m. Feb. 2. Photo by Midori Sasaki
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MURDAUGH from page 1 Resident Matt Mashore, and dirt for Sodexho to clean. business administration The representative said they senior, found another build- can’t do anything about that ing’s janitor sleeping on a until the construction is fincouch in the basement during ished. winter break. Mashore said he lived “At the time I thought in Murdaugh his freshman it was a homeless man,” year and that maintenance, Mashore said. cleaning and order was more Mashore said that he was effective because there was a fired after reporting the inci- resident director living in the dent, and Sodexho hired him building. The current director back. of Murdaugh Hall lives in the A representative from University Suites, he said. Sodexho said they understand “What I would like to the residents’ problems with see is that another person is Murdaugh Hall and they’re hired for cleaning and that a going in the right direction resident director is hired to working to improve the cur- live in Murdaugh,” Mashore rent situation as quickly as said. possible. Housing is working to Currently, one janitor improve the bathrooms by is assigned to the hall and replacing the shower tile and Sodexho is assigning anoth- make certain the automatic er person as soon as they flushing toilets work propget a new person hired and erly, Overocker said. trained. A Sodexho representative “It’s too big and too much said that the problem isn’t for one person to clean,” always cleanliness, that there Mashore said. are maintenance issues as A representative from well. Sodexho says there are Overocker said he expects problems with the age of the first of the six bathroom the building, design flaws, renovations to be completed and improper equipment. by the end of this week. Students complain that jani“It all takes time,” tors aren’t doing their jobs Overocker said. “The bathproperly. rooms are our main priority “Our expectations of the right now.” Sodexho staff are that the Because of the new combathrooms are cleaned thor- pany and the first month of oughly once a day and given classes, Overocker said it’s a second light cleaning dur- easy for housing, maintence ing the day as well,” said Josh and Sodexho to get overOverocker, housing director. whelmed. “They are also responsible A Sodexho representafor the cleanliness of the tive urged UCO students to hallways and lobby area. We visit Murdaugh Hall in two do not have an expectation weeks to see their cleaning regarding the number of staff improvements. to do this job, just that the job is completed.” Desiree Treeby can be reached at Construction in the lobby dtreeby@thevistaonline.com. is also creating more dust
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Full Senate to vote soon on Alito's confirmation Republicans speak out against democrats' politicizing of the confirmation process by Jesse J. Holland AP Writer WASHINGTON -- Senate Majority Leader Sen. Bill Frist pronounced Supreme Court candidate Samuel Alito “exceptionally qualified” Wednesday at the outset of debate that seemed little more than rhetorical prelude to confirmation. Alito -- who was chosen by President Bush to be the nation’s 110th justice and the replacement for retiring Justice Sandra Day O’Connor -- already has enough support from a majority of senators to be put on the bench as early as this week. But the final vote, nevertheless, was shaping up to fall mostly along partisan lines. Fifty-one Republicans and one Democrat _ Ben Nelson of Nebraska _ support Alito. Frist, the Tennessee Republican, opened what is expected to be a weeklong debate on Alito by saying the judge’s Democratic opponents are “smearing a decent and honorable man in imposing an unfair political standard on all judicial nominees.” “I support Judge Alito because he has a record that demonstrates a respect for judicial restraint and aversion to political agendas on the bench and a commitment to the rule of law and the Constitution,” said Frist. “There is no question that Judge Alito is well-qualified.” Republicans want to get Alito on the Supreme Court before Bush’s State of the Union speech Jan. 31, but they have not yet reached an agreement with Democrats on when a final vote will occur.
As of late Tuesday, the federal appeals court judge had enough vote commitments for confirmation -- a simple majority in the 100-member Senate, according to interviews conducted by The Associated Press or senatorial statements. Sen. Lamar Alexander, RTenn., announced his vote for Alito on Wednesday. Sen. Craig Thomas of Wyoming, made his decision after meeting with Alito in his Senate office on Tuesday. “His judicial experience is second to none and I’m confident he will do an excellent job handling his constitutional responsibility,” Thomas said. Four Republicans, 23 Democrats and independent Sen. Jim Jeffords of Vermont were still publicly undecided Wednesday or refused to say how they would vote on Alito’s nomination. The nominee was meeting with two of the undecided Democrats, Sens. Patty Murray and Jay Rockefeller, in hopes of gaining their votes. With Alito’s ultimate confirmation assured, both Republicans and Democrats were preparing to use him as a campaign issue. Rpublicans said the Democratic filibuster of lower-court judges helped them defeat the re-election bid of former Democratic Senate leader Tom Daschle of South Dakota two years ago. Democrats, as they did during contentious Judiciary Committee hearings, could use the next few days on Alito’s confirmation to continue the debate over the extent of presidential powers. Issues such as the Bush administration’s treatment of terror suspects and its domestic spying program are likely to come before the Supreme Court. As an appeals court judge, said Sen. Edward Kennedy, DMass., Alito “refuses to enforce
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Judge Samuel Alito leaves Sen. Patty Murray's, D-Wash., office on Capitol Hill Jan. 25 after a private meeting. The full Senate is scheduled to begin debate on Alito's nomination to the Supreme Court.
core constitutional standards protecting individuals against low-level government officials in routine situations. There’s no reason to believe he’ll say no to a president who violates individual rights under the cloak of national security.” Democrats also worry that Alito, along with new Chief Justice John Roberts, would make the court more conservative and could even help overturn major decisions such as Roe v. Wade, the 1973 ruling that declared abortion a fundamental constitutional right. “Roberts, who promised us humility, who promised us that he would be looking to chart a middle course, we see time and again that he’s falling in league with Justice Scalia and Justice Thomas,” said Sen. Dick Durbin of Illinois, referring to Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas, the court’s most conservative members. “My fear is that we are adding a fourth vote to that coalition with Sam Alito’s nomination. And that’s why I’m going to vote no.” Twenty Democrats already have publicly opposed Alito’s nomination. All of the eight Democrats on the Senate Judiciary Committee voted against him Tuesday, leading to a 10-8 party-line vote for the 55-year-old judge from the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. The only way Democrats could stop Alito is through a filibuster, a maneuver they show little interest in trying. Thus Democrats are working to get a large opposition vote to score points against President Bush. “I think it sends a message to the American people that this guy is not King George, he’s President George,” Senate Democratic leader Harry Reid of Nevada said.
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In this photo provided by Touchstone Pictures, Ali (Jordana Brewster, center, left) inspects Jake Huard (James Franco, right) in "Annapolis."
by Melissa Wilkins Staff Writer As a young man, Jake Huard, played by James Franco, only dreamed of one thing, to be accepted into the Navel Academy but Hueard finds out that getting in is only the beginning. Welder by day and boxer by night, Huard was determined to make his family proud of him, and after serving on the wait list, Hueard’s ship had come in. Faced with leaving everything behind he set out to embark on
an unknown adventure. Through military based optical courses, Hueard convinced himself that he was stronger and quicker than his drill sergeant Lt. Cole, played by Tyrese Gibson. In the end it is the battle of not failing that Huard overcomes. The muscle-bound James Franco, had fought with the big dogs and won it all with a quick right hook. The story line is a bit weak but the writers of the film were able to send a good message that “before you achieve you
must believe.” It’s nice to see James Franco playing a lead role instead of just the outraged sidekick in Spiderman. In this movie Gibson proved that he was more than just a hot body with his smooth acting and fast boxing techniques. Annapolis is rated PG-13 for some violence and language. The movie opens Jan. 27.
Melissa Wilkins can be reached at mwilkins@thevistaonline.com.
Gov. Henry proposes spending millions on highways and bridges Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) Gov. Brad Henry on Wednesday proposed spending an extra $100 million this year for bridge repair and an additional $520 million on highway projects over a 10-year period. His plan also includes a “lockbox” provision to ensure future legislators do not shift highway funds to other areas. Fuel taxes are the staple of state highway funding. Henry said his proposal will “improve public safety, lessen motorists’ headaches and boost our job creation efforts all in one stroke.” It calls for immediate investment of $100 million for bridge projects across the state. Half of the money would go to state projects and half to counties and municipalities. The $100 million would come from surplus funds that accrue after the Rainy Day Fund is filled. Under the governor’s plan, the Legislature would annualize the payment of $70 million that the Oklahoma Department of Transportation now pays in debt service on highway bonds. As the bond payments decrease, the agency will pick up $420 million in additional funds over the next 10 years. The Henry plan does not count additional ODOT funding provided by legislation signed into law last year. The cumulative total of both initiatives is $1.9 billion over the next decade. Henry said the proposal won’t fix all of Oklahoma’s road problems “but motorists in all four corners of the state will see improvements on their most dangerous bridges and stretches of highways very soon.” Gary Ridley, ODOT director, said the program is “the greatest movement in (highway) funding in my tenure.” Ridley has been
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Gov. Brad Henry speaks during a dedication ceremony Jan. 23 at Oklahoma Panhandle State University in Goodwell, Okla.
with the agency since 1965. ODOT says more than 1,600 Oklahoma bridges are in need of replacement or rehabilitation and 3,000 miles of highways, one-fourth of state roads, need to be replaced or upgraded. Ridley said Henry’s program “will enable us to provide a long-term comprehensive plan that will meet the needs of the state.” Henry said he expects bipartisan support for his road program. “I think both House and Senate leaders are committed to finding a long-term solution for our highway maintenance needs and this program provides that. I look forward to discussing the issue with them in greater detail and hope we can move quickly to pass this initiative early in the session.” Last September, voters went
to the polls and overwhelmingly defeated a fuel tax increase plan to raise money for highways. Supporters blamed the defeat on the spike in gasoline prices. Rep. Mark Liotta, R-Tulsa, said the Democratic governor had chosen expand the highway program started last year by House Republicans, devoting future General Fund money to highways, which have been funded almost exclusively in the past by fuel taxes. “I’m very excited about the fact that due to what we started in the House last year, you’ve seen a change in culture across government in terms of their interest in road funding,” Liotta said.
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BATS from page 1 their stored energy, which can be lethal. In order to protect the bats, Caire plans to design, test and install a “bat-friendly” gate. This will allow bats to come and go freely, but keep visitors out during the winter season. Caire said he plans to design and install a test gate in the fall of this year. This will be observed to ensure the bats respond positively to it and are able to freely enter and exit. Other tests will be performed to ensure the bats’ environment is not changed. “Gates erected in the cave can change the microclimate,” Caire said. He said the temperature, humidity, and airflow must be recorded and maintained. Wind farms, like those owned by FPL Energy, have been linked to the deaths of thousand of bats each year. “In some parts of the country, bats are being killed by windmill blades,” Caire said.
“Florida Power is concerned about it…we have to learn so we can make changes.” The Selman Living Lab is a 334-acre piece of land near Freedom, Oklahoma that is owned by UCO and hosts the largest population of Cave Myotis in Oklahoma. Caire said he has been taking students up there for 25 years to research the large bat cave. Seven years ago, the landowner, Betty Selman, allowed UCO to purchase the cave, and then donated the 334 acres around it. Caire said since acquiring the land, various grants have enabled him to purchase buildings and materials like trailers and astronomy domes for storage and research. Students from local colleges, high schools, even sorority houses have visited the site to study the small creatures in their natural environment.
Christina Purdom can be reached at cpurdom@thevistaonline.com.
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AP Briefs (AP) - MIAMI, Okla. (AP) _ A former reserve police officer in North Miami has been accused of threatening to kill six juveniles during what police say was an unauthorized investigation. Andrew Dawes of Miami also faces accusations of assault and battery and impersonating a law officer. North Miami Police Chief Ken Darr said Dawes was fired Jan. 14 after five days as a reserve officer. Darr said Dawes was told not to personally investigate a theft from his pickup truck, but he began an investigation anyway. Dawes later confronted a juvenile girl at a bowling center and threatened to kill six other juveniles if they tried to stop him from taking the girl, police said. He’s also accused of assaulting and handcuffing a man who tried to help the girl at File Photo the bowling center. Dr. Bill Caire, UCO biology professor, explains cave safety to a ALTUS, Okla. (AP) _ It has group of UCO students and faculty on a visit to UCO's Selman been 15 years since post office Cave near Freedom, Okla.
clerk Shirley Worrell took a cardiopulmonary resuscitation class from the American Red Cross, but she remembered enough of her training to save a 2-week-old boy. Worrell was working Monday afternoon when she gave life-saving assistance to Robert Estraca IV, who was not breathing and had turned blue. She told a co-worker to call 911, took the boy from his mother, Sandra Estraca, put him on the counter and puffed breaths into him while using her thumb for CPR compressions... She worked on him for about four minutes until an ambulance arrived. “It seemed like forever,” Worrell said, but even before the ambulance arrived, the little boy gasped. He started crying when she brought him outside to the ambulance. He was taken to a hospital in Oklahoma City. His condition was not known.
Former Miss UCO to compete in upcoming pageants by Melissa Wilkins Staff Writer More pageants are ahead for Keelee Bright, but the lighthearted senior is more than a beauty queen. A native to Oklahoma, Bright became a student at the University of Central Oklahoma in 2001 after graduating from Putnam City North High School. With big dreams in mind, Bright craved the excitement of living the college dream. “I figure you only have one shot to live the college experience so why not try it all,” Bright said.
That is exactly what she did. Bright was the 2005 Miss UCO, homecoming queen in 2001, a nominee for queen again in 2005, former Alpha Gamma Delta president and is associated with many other clubs and organizations. Other students know her not only as a talented singer but also as a role model. “I can’t say enough about her—she is amazing,” said Destiny Harris, mass communications junior. Bright is easygoing and loves to sing, dance or hang out with friends. “She’ll tell you that she can’t
dance and that she’s shy, but that girl can get down, don’t let her fool you,” said Harris. After UCO, Bright said she wants to go to graduate school and get married. Bright will graduate in May with an interpersonal communication degree. Throughout her four-year stay at UCO, Bright said she has learned “the importance of being educated about different cultures.” This was her platform for the Miss UCO Pageant in 2005. “I never wanted to leave a legacy behind,” Bright said. “I’m just a girl who loves the
Lord and people.” Bright said she wants to open others’ eyes to the importance of being a well-rounded person. “She conducts herself as a lady and always has a smile on her face,” said Justin Avera, photojournalism senior. Bright gets stressed just like the rest of us, but as long as IBC root beer, the Hot Tamales candies are in sight, and country music is playing in the background, she said everything is OK. “One thing I can’t live without is my country music. I have to have my CMT,” said Bright. Forging ahead, Keelee
Bright will compete in the Miss Sooner State Pageant, Miss Keystone Lake Pageant and the Miss Rose State of Midwest City Pageant.
Melissa Wilkins can be reached at mwilkins@thevistaonline. com. File photo
Keelee Bright is crowned at the 2005 Miss UCO pageant.
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Deadlines & Prices DEADLINES: All classifieds MUST be submitted by noon Tuesday for the Thursday publication and Friday noon for the Tuesday publication. Prices: Classified ads cost $3/day for the first 25 words and $.12/word thereafter. PAYMENT IS DUE WHEN AD IS PLACED. Classified Display ads (one column boxed ads on classified page) have same deadlines and prices as regular display ads. Call 974-5549 or 974-5916 for additional info.
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LOOKING FOR A JOB OR INTERNSHIP? UCO Spring Career & Internship Fair, Wednesday, February 1, 2006, 10:30am to 2pm, NUC Ballroom, 3rd Floor. _______________________ ENGLISH LANGUAGE CTR ESL for Internat’l Students We offer a friendly environment with small classes of 4-10 students. Here you can prepare for university study, the TOEFL, and a successful career. LOW PRICE $960 Per 4 Week Term For more info 348-7602 info@elcok.com www.elcok.com ____________________ ENGLISH CLASSES Edmond Language Institute We teach English as a Second Language and are conveniently located on the UCO Campus at Thatcher Hall. PHONE: 405-341-2125 *9 LEVELS Intensive Training *NEW SESSION every 4 wks *PRIVATE tutoring available *PREPARATION for TOEFL www.thelanguagecompany.com
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DENTAL PLAN $11.95 per month single; $19.95 family. No deductibles, no claim forms. Includes Vision, RX and chiropractic plans. Affordable health and life plans also. Call Michelle at 340-4998. _____________________ RENTERSGet $10,000 coverage for $17-$22 per month! Great auto rates for good students too. Call Michelle at 340-4998 for free quote. _____________________ EYE EXAM, FRAME & LENSES: 10% Off CONTACT LENS SPECIAL Exam, Fitting & 12 pr contacts: $210 CAMPUS OPTICAL 13 N University Dr Edmond, 341-3567 _____________________ DO YOU think you might be pregnant? Would you like a free confidential pregnancy test or just someone to talk to? Call Birth Choice of Edmond at 330-2111. _____________________ PREGNANT? SCARED? We’re here to help! Pregnancy testing, confidential consultation, ultrasound referral. Christian Services of Oklahoma, 478-3362. www.christian-adoption.com
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CONSTRUCTION WORK Immediate openings PT/FT, no experience required. Hard work, good pay. Framing experience a PLUS. Edmond area, call 824-8954.
LIKE CARS? FASTLANES is now hiring lube techs. We fully train on all vehicle maintenance! We are a growing metro company with advancement and benefit opportunities. Come by 2220 S Broadway to apply. Limited positions available. YOU MAY ALSO CALL 405-844-8084. _____________________ NEED A JOB? Like to work in a cool atmosphere? Then swing by FASTLANES, the vehicle supercenter! We are a growing metro company with advancement and benefit opportunities. Come by 2220 S Broadway to apply. YOU MAY ALSO CALL 405-844-8084. ____________________ ATTENTION: Business and Management majors. FASTLANES, the vehicle supercenter is looking for individuals who have leadership skills. With new stores opening we are looking for people to grow with us. Good pay and possible health benefits. Come by 2220 S Broadway to apply. YOU MAY ALSO CALL 405-844-8084. ______________________ PART TIME help needed at local daycare 2:30-6:00pm. Must love kids. Please call 330-3077. _____________________ GENERAL ASSISTANT position with an established service-oriented company engaged in market research and development, 10-15 hrs/wk as available, Mon thru Fri. Must have own transportation. Hourly base pay plus mileage and extras. Excellent opportunity for entrepeneur-spirited person. Internet savvy a PLUS. Call 623-2857. ______________________ QUALITY individual needed to train for residential window cleaning. Must have resume, proof of enrollment, documented GPA of 3. or above, your own transportation, preferably a truck for hauling ladder. Potential earnings of $8-10/hr based on percentage plus mileage. Please call immediately: 340-3914. ______________________ NOW HIRING- We offer flexible scheduling, immediate advancement opportunities, retention bonus and a fun, secure work environment. Call Visionquest Marketing at 749-0332. ______________________ PART TIME sales help needed at Good Earth Health Foods. Please apply at 1415 S Boulevard, Edmond. ______________________ PART TIME nursery help needed at Acts II United Methodist Church. Call 359-2286 for more info. _______________________ KIDZSTREET Hourly Child Care is now hiring teachers and assistant teachers. Some experience preferred. If you are energetic, self-motivated and enjoy being around kids, call Lisa at 405-413-1911. ______________________ **GUERILLA MARKETING/ Promoters needed! Leisure Tours needs students to promote our Spring Break travel packages on campus and with local vendors. Excellent Pay! 800-838-8202. ______________________ NURSERY WORKERS needed at St. Mary's Episcopal Church for the following days and times: *Sun morns 8:30am-12:30pm; *Tues morns 9:45-11:30am; *Wed eves 6:15-8:15pm If you are qualified and available to work any or all of these days, please contact Rev. Rita Henault at St. Mary's, 325 E First St (1st & University), Edmond 341-3855 _______________________
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FRONTIER CITY is now hiring for Spring/Summer Paid Internships & Positions. *Human Resources *Marketing *Sales *Retail/Merchandising *Afternoon Receptionist Thousands in college scholarships awarded each year. Must be available to work some weekends and evenings. Contact Adam Harper at 405-478-2140 or email your resume to aharper@sftp.com _______________________ WE PAY up to $75 per online survey. www.myspendingcash.com ______________________ EDMOND CPA firm is seeking accounting student for PT receptionist/clerk. Send resume to 3509 French Park Drive, Suite A, Edmond, OK 73034. 348-5200 or fax 348-5295. ____________________ EDMOND Shopping Ctr needs PT help for construction, clean-up and maintenance. Can be full time for summer. Call 330-2555. ________________________ PT JOBS - SENIOR Services of Oklahoma is looking for students to fill PT positions. Several 9am-1pm shifts and 1:305:30pm shifts are available for Mon-Fri. We pay $10/hr for energetic phone work educating senior citizens on healthcare issues. No experience is preferred; we will train. Business is located at 1417 NW 150th St in Edmond. Call 879-1888 to set up interview. Ask for Courtney Smith. _______________________ TUXEDO JUNCTION needs PT sales help 15-25 hrs/wk. Salary plus commissions. Call Beth at 751-1745 or apply at Quail Springs Mall. _______________________ STRATFORD INN in Edmond needs front desk help. Please apply at 1809 E 2nd St. No phone calls please. ______________________ BRITTON NURSERY is now hiring PT preschool teachers, Mon-Fri, 8am-1pm. Apply at 1423 W Britton, OKC, or call 842-1118. _______________________ LOCAL BAKERY in Edmond needs dependable PT weekend help. Will train. Call 359-8308. _______________________ HANDY STUDENT needed for carpenter's helper and maintenance (in-door work). Close proximity to UCO campus. Mon-Fri, 15pm, some Saturdays. Experience preferred, positive attitude and willingness to work A MUST. Must be self-motivated, trustworthy, able to work unsupervised. Call 341-9651. ______________________ NEED A JOB? Computer technician position for student with AutoCAD experience. Full time or part time. Close proximity to UCO campus. PEREZ ENGINEERING, 341-9651. _______________________ FARM & RANCH work with apartment provided in return for farm and ranch work. Must know about cattle and horses. Yearround opportunity located 7 miles W of Edmond. Utilities furnished. Call 341-8392. ______________________ THE FUN, flexible job for your BUSY LIFE. McAlister's Deli is now hiring energetic, dedicated people. We offer a fun environment and good compensation. Best of all, we can work with your schedule. Hey, what good is a job if you can't have a life too? Appy at McALISTER'S DELI 1021 E 2nd St, Edmond 340-DELI _______________________
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LOOKING for part time nanny Mondays and Wednesdays. Early childhood training or childcare experience preferred. Must love children and provide own transportation. Call Vicki at 752-4460 for more info. _______________________ EDMOND psychological office is looking for a part time secretary/ receptionist Mon-Fri. Must be people-oriented, able to multi-task, and typing skills are required. Job duties include transcription, answering phones, and scheduling appointments. Great for students. Inquire at 341-3085. _______________________ HABANEROS Mexican Restaurant is now hiring FT and PT for waitstaff, hosting and bussers. Experience preferred. Apply at 6833 N Broadway in Edmond (Waterloo & Broadway), or you may call 359-3319. _______________________ PEARL'S Oyster Bar is now hiring for server and hostess positions. Apply at 63rd & Classen, OKC. _______________________ CASCATA Restaurant is now hiring servers, server assistants and bussers. Apply 2-5 Mon-Fri at 801 Signal Ridge Drive (15th & Kelly), Edmond. No calls please. ______________________ DOWNTOWN law firm seeks full time paralegal. Must exhibit good writing and communication skills. Please fax resume to 405-232-1675 or email to ryan@cunninghamandmears.com _____________________ LOOKING for violinist to play at February 11 Chinese-themed wedding. Prefer female child. Call Sonya at 354-7776. _______________________ SHOGUN Steak House is taking applications for servers, bussers, dishwashers and hosts. Apply at 11900 N May Ave (S end of North Park Mall) after 5:30pm Sun thru Sat. ______________________ NEED A JOB or Internship? Here are a few of the companies recruiting on campus. Productive Technologies, Jan 25; Randolph AFB, Jan 26; CCH Incorporated, Feb 15. You must be registered with Career Services to interview with companies like these. Stop by NUC, Rm 338 or call 974-3346 for more info. _______________________ ***STUDENTS*** PT WORK-FT PAY Flexible around class, all ages 18+, day/eve/wknd, conditions apply, customer sales/service, 405-751-6018. ______________________ BED & BREAKFAST HELP WANTED Housekeeper needed, must have vehicle and valid drivers license. 10-20 hrs/wk, weekends are required. Apply in person at 328 E 1st in Edmond. _______________________ THE ATHLETE'S FOOT in N OKC is now accepting applications for PT employees, 12-15 hrs/wk flexible, and Saturdays. No retail experience needed. Call 848-3232. ______________________ LINGERIE STORE sales associate - Join upscale OKC independent lingerie store as sales associate. Position especially suited to fashion retail merchandising student with some successful retail experience and passion for intimate apparel fashion. Responsible for selling intimate apparel to women of all ages, shapes and sizes as well as suggested gift selling to men and bridal shower candidates. Responsibilities will also include support of online store sales and customer service. Person must have exceptional people skills, an ability to communicate well with all ages, an ability to handle details and a passion for fashion merchandising. Hourly plus commission. No Sundays or evenings. Apply in person or send resume to The Lingerie Store, 7636 N Western Ave, OKC, OK 73116, (405)841-8828. _______________________
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PERFECT JOB for UCO student! PT office assistant at N OKC consulting firm, 10-15 minutes from UCO. Requirements: *Computer skills in Word & Excel *Light bookkeeping skills *Telephone skills Must be able to work PT 4 days/wk, 8am12noon or 1-5pm. Send resume to bkmgroup@swbell.net Please include daytime telephone number. Hourly wage is negotiable. _______________________ PT CELLULAR sales, hourly and commissions, 840-8228. www.ashleigh.roberts @sbcglobal.net
For Rent KENNEDY PLACE APTS 1,2&3 Bedrooms Across from UCO 341-7911 or visit our website www.kennedyplace.com ________________ BRYANT GROVE APTS 1, 2&3 Bedrooms 20 S Bryant, Edmond 341-2161 www.bryantgrove.com __________________ ONE BEDROOM APT Gas and water paid. NO PETS! Located near UCO. 1217 N Roosevelt, $340/mo plus deposit, 341-9651. ______________________ TWO BED, 1 bath four-plex. Quiet, clean area, _ block to UCO, Refrig, stove, dishwasher, w/d included, 1-car garage. $550/ mo plus $550/dep. Call 824-8954, 348-9405. _______________________ DON'T MISS OUT ON OUR STUDENT DISCOUNTS & AWESOME MOVE-IN SPECIALS!!! Now leasing for January, 2006. Two & three bed duplexes, attached garages, atriums (separate study room), huge closets & two full baths, new full-size washer & dryer in each unit, walking distance to UCO (east of UCO stadium). Persimmon Ridge Duplexes 800 N Chowning Avenue Edmond, OK 73034 (405)471-6145 _______________________ SUNSET RIDGE APTS 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath BLOWOUT!!! $450.00/MONTH 1 bed, 1 bath $395 1st Full Month Rent $99 405-341-7987 ________________________ COME HOME to your newly remodeled duplex! New carpet, new full size washer/ dryer, attached garage, separate study. Come home to Persimmon Ridge, 471-6145. ______________________ TOWNHOUSE for lease, 2 bed, 2 bath, kitchen appliances, washer/ dryer hookups, ceiling fans, lots of closet space. NO PETS! New building, 1 blk from UCO, 453 N Blackwelder, $650/mo, $500 dep. TENANT RESPONSIBLE FOR UTILITIES, 1 year lease, 341-9651. ______________________ 2 BED, 2 BATH duplex, 2-car garage. 701 NW 137th, available immediately. Call 265-1103. ______________________ DILLON PARK APTS-N of the football field, furnished, all bills paid, 1015 Chowning. Call 285-5900. ______________________ AFFORDABLE- Spacious units available, 1 bed 1 bath; 2 bed 1&3/4 bath; 2 bed 2&1/2 bath town home and 3 bed, 2 bath. Prices starting as low as $450 plus electric. Student discounts, limited availability. Call today, BOULDER CREEK APTS, 405-341-8911.
LARGE 2 bed, 1 bath $525, dep $250, NO PETS, walk to UCO, 1012 Chartrand. ONE BED, one bath $375, dep $175, NO PETS, walk to UCO. Chowning Heights Apts 844-5100, 208-2577 ______________________ THREE/FOUR bedroom house, 1400 s.f., 2 bath, all appliances plus washer & dryer, walk to UCO, $850/ mo, $500/dep, 420 N Blvd, Edmond. ALL BILLS PAID, 3 bed, 1 bath, 1350 s.f., all appliances, wash & dry free, walk to UCO. $850/mo, $500 dep, 1001 E Thatcher #1. Palmer Properties 341-7395, 208-2577 _______________________ FOR LEASE-Paseo studio apartment, 1 bed, water & garbage paid, no smoking, no pets, 2810 N Dewey, OKC. $325/ mo, $300/dep, 528-1979, 528-1918. ____________________ APT FOR RENT _ block off campus. Female student, all bills paid (except phone & cable). Call Glen at 787-6880, C-5901086 or Linda at 340-7623, C-590-1087.
Travel
**#1 SPRING BREAK Website! Low prices guaranteed. Free Meals & Free Drinks. Book 11 people, get 12th trip free! Group discounts for 6+. www.SpringBreakDiscounts.com or www. LeisureTours.com or 800-838-8202.
Roommates
CLEAN, female roommate needed to share 2 story, 2 bedrm duplex with large kitchen and living area, and small backyard for about $400 rent + bills. 5 minute walk to UCO. For more details call 412-8448. _______________________ $300/MO + electricity near Quail springs Mall. Pool, theater, tanning beds. NO CATS. CALL 323-7825.
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1995 FORD CONTOUR, good condition, new tires & brakes, only 91K miles. $1995 OBO, call 659-8751.
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INTRAMURALS: 62 UCO teams participate from page 12 She said it would be great to have teams from each of the residence halls sign up and create a league for that group, as well as a league of teams from Christian groups on campus or other organizations. It is not too late to sign up, Finley said, if several teams would like to form a league. Student workers on the intramural staff keep score and officiate during the games. Each game lasts 45 minutes, with two 20minute quarters and a five-minute halftime. Games are scheduled on the hour, beginning at 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and at 1 p.m. Sundays. Intramurals players will use the two courts in Hamilton Field House and the two courts in the Wellness Center, as well as one in Wantland Hall. For more information on intramurals, including schedules and standings, visit www.ucok.edu/ wellnesscenter/i_home.htm. by Vista photographer Brett Deering
Matt Price, general studies senior, pump-fakes Tim Miller, philosophy junior in the Wellness Center's intramural basketball league Jan. 24 at the Wellness Center.
Kristen Limam can be reached at klimam@thevistaonline.com.
INTRAMURAL BASKETBALL JAN. 24 RESULTS League: Men's B
Kryptonite 68, Fresh Azweiz 60 Hole Hitters 46, Average Joes 45 Neon Death Kings 75, Acacia B 34 Monroe Saint 96, PiKE-B 45 The Readshirts 65, Tigers 56
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Isotopes 53, Those Guys 39 Zags 56, Gorillas 54 Clay Ponies 49, Arma-get-it-on 43 The Trees 46, BCM 44 P-Force 45, AV 34
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AUSTRALIAN: Players make Grand Slam predictions KAYAKING from page 12
The Vista: Who will win the Nalbandian vs. Baghdatis semifinal match? Easton: Nalbandian. He’s more experienced and knows how to play the game much better, I think. Askeland: Nalbandian. I think he’s too solid. Hladil: Nalbandian. He’s older and has played more Grand Slams. Haugen: I think Baghdatis will lose to Nalbandian.
Kiefer semifinal match? Haugen: Federer. Easton: Federer. I think he’s going to smoke Kiefer. Askeland: Federer. Hladil: Federer. He beat Kiefer last time they played.
The Vista: Who will win the Justine Henin-Hardenne vs. Maria Sharapova semifinal match? Askeland: Henin-Hardenne. She’s a little bit more powerful from the baseline. Hladil: I think Sharapova will win. I don’t think HeninHardenne is in good shape now. Haugen: Henin-Hardenne. Easton: Henin-Hardenne. She’s a smarter player than The Vista: Who will win the Sharapova and knows how to Roger Federer vs. Nicolas keep calm during big points. The Vista: Who will win the Amelie Mauresmo vs. Kim Clijsters semifinal match? Haugen: Mauresmo. Clijsters is hurt and Mauresmo is playing really well. Easton: Mauresmo. Askeland: Clijsters. She’s better mentally and has been doing well. Mauresmo has problems when she plays other
material. These shoes either good players. slip on or have zippered sides Hladil: Mauresmo. I heard with traction on the bottom. that Clijsters is injured a bit. A spray skirt is made to keep water out of the inside of a boat, The Vista: Who did you think and is usually made of neoprene would win before the tourna- to allow free range of movement began and why? ment in the boat. This makes it Haugen: Federer. There’s no possible for the boat to capsize one that can touch him. and resurface without taking on Easton: Federer. water in a maneuver known as Askeland: Federer, of course. an Eskimo Roll. He’s one step ahead of everyModern kayaks are made one else, and he’s got no weak- of plastic, fiberglass, Kevlar or nesses, either. wood and fall into several cateHladil: Federer. He’s the best, gories like surf kayaks, whitewawhat can I say? ter, sea kayaks, flat-water racing and recreational. These categoThe Vista: Now that it’s down ries may also be subdivided. “Just show up,” said Junge. to the semi-finals, who do you “It’s incredibly easy and we have think will win the Open? Haugen, Askeland and a whole lot of fun.” Contact Kirby Junge at Hladil: Federer. Easton: (David) Nalbandian, ejunge@ucok.edu with quesbecause last time (at the Tennis tions concerning kayak lessons. Masters Cup) he beat Federer, so I think he knows how to play against him. Teddy Burch can be reached at tburch@thevistaonline.com. The women's final of the Australian Open airs Jan. 27 and the men's final airs Jan. 28.
by Vista photographer Travis Marak
Kirby Junge, American Canoe Association kayak instructor and senior chemistry major at UCO, instructs students on paddling techniques Jan. 19 at the Hamilton Field House pool.
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The Vista: Does Baghdatis have a shot at winning the tournament? Easton: No. Hladil: He can, but I don’t think he’s going to win.
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Intramural teams compete by Kristen Limam Sports Editor Phat Rabbits, Kinfolk, Neon Death Kings and 59 other teams of UCO students will compete in 5-on-5 intramural basketball, which began Jan. 24. The season runs until March 9, with games Tuesday and Thursday nights and Sunday afternoons. “Last year, we had 54 teams and five leagues,� said Becka Finley, intramurals coordinator. “This year, we have 62 teams and seven leagues.� There are five men’s leagues—an Interfraternity Council league and Men’s A through Men’s D. The two women’s leagues are Women’s A and Women’s B. The letters assigned to each league represent the teams’ level of competitiveness, with A being the most competitive, Finley
said. She said this year, leagues A and B differ only slightly, followed closely by leagues C and D. Cody Hollingshead, business communication sophomore, said he enjoys the competitiveness of intramurals and has played several of the intramural sports offered, on the Pi Kappa Alpha team. Anthony Brown, business management junior, and Joe Evans, marketing junior, play for team Fresh Azweiz and also enjoy the competition. “It reminds me of high school,� Brown said of the organized competition. He has played most of the UCO intramural sports for the past three years. “We’re excited that we have had the increase in participation this year,� Finley said.
Please see INTRAMURALS, page 11 by Vista photographer Travis Marak
Matthew Woodson performs a bow stall Jan. 19 in Hamilton Field House. Students can take free kayak lessons Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30-10 p.m.
Free kayak lessons taught at UCO by Teddy Burch Sports Writer
by Vista photographer Brett Deering
Greg Johnson, business management senior, drives on Andy Fisher, UCO graduate, in the Wellness Center's intramural basketball league Jan. 24 at the Wellness Center.
Students are learning what booties and spray skirts are used for in a kayaking course taught at the Hamilton Field House pool. Kirby Junge, a certified instructor for the American Canoe Association, gives free lessons Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30-10 p.m. “Everybody has to start somewhere,� Junge said. “We are open to every UCO student, no matter if they are just beginning or if they have experience. It is free and the equipment is provided.� Junge began kayaking six years ago and said the sport is fun and
exciting. “Kayaking is one of those sports where the more you do, the more you want to do. It never gets old,� Junge said. Junge’s passion for the sport doesn’t end with lessons. What was a dream six months ago is beginning to become reality. Oklahoma City has agreed to hire Recreation Engineering & Planners Co. to work with OKC Association of Rowers to study the Oklahoma River area for a water park location. The study will be conducted on Jan. 30 and 31. “This is more than we could have hoped for,� Junge said. “I’m excited about the future.� Fellow instructor Matthew
Woodson shares the enthusiasm. “REP is a big time company out of Colorado,� said Woodson. “They have designed water parks in Nevada, Colorado and North Carolina and they are all top notch.� The Charlotte Whitewater Association in North Carolina recently announced that it had selected REP as its whitewater design team. This project course is set to become the largest whitewater park in the world and an official Olympic training center. Now about those booties. Booties are boot-like shoes made out of neoprene, the wet suit
Please see KAYAKING, page 11
Q-and-A: Teammates share opinions on Aussie Open The Vista's Kristen Limam talks tennis with four UCO fans
Standings as of Jan. 25
Standings as of Jan. 25
MEN'S DRAW
WOMEN'S DRAW J. Henin-Hardenne (8)
R. Federer (1)
Baseball fans have the World Series. Football M. Sharapova (4) N. Kiefer (21) fans have the Super Bowl. Tennis fans have four twoweek Grand Slams, the first D. Nalbandian (4) A. Mauresmo (3) of which is the Australian Open, Jan. 15 to Jan. 28. More than 100 hours of Photo Services Photo Services Photo Services Photo Services K. Clijsters (2) M. Baghdatis this year’s Australian Open Javier Easton Tomas Hladil Christian Haugen Jonas Askeland will have been broadcast, The Vista: What has been the often live, from Melbourne. Jonas Askeland: biggest surprise of the tournaThis means tennis fans often stay up Maybe two hours a day. If it’s a they like to show just Americans, should have won that match. She lost ment? even if there is a much better match to a girl I’ve never heard of. until 3 a.m. or later watching their good match, I might stay up late and at the same time. favorite professional athletes. The Vista: What did you think of Hladil: (Marcos) Baghdatis beatwatch. Four such fans–UCO tennis team- Tomas Hladil: Every day. If I have Askeland: Sometimes, they could unseeded Marcos Baghdatis defeat- ing (Andy) Roddick and then (Ivan) switch to show close matches instead ing the No. 2 seed Andy Roddick in Lubicic. mates Jonas Askeland, Javier Easton, time, I watch. Askeland: Baghdatis beating of showing the first set of a women’s the fourth round? Tomas Hladil and Christian Haugen– match. But they show a lot, which is Haugen: I actually thought he would, Roddick and going to the semis. have plenty of opinions and predicThe Vista: What do you think about good. tions about the Down Under Slam. because he had a huge crowd sup- Also, (Lleyton) Hewitt losing to (Juan the TV coverage? Ignacio) Chela. porting him and nothing to lose. The Vista: How much of the Australian Haugen: It’s good, but kind of hard The Vista: What did you think of Venus Easton: Amazing. Baghdatis played Haugen: (Unseeded) Fabrice Santoro to watch because it’s on so late. getting to the quarterfinals, and Williams losing in the first round to really good. Open do you watch? Askeland: I liked that, it was a good (unseeded) Martina Hingis getting to Javier Easton: Almost every match Easton: Horrible. They only show unseeded Tszvetana Pironkova? Americans and women, they don’t Askeland: [Williams] played hor- win. I think he’s a good player, and the quarterfinals. they’ve shown. rible, so she didn’t deserve to win. I’m not a big fan of Roddick. Christian Haugen: I watch every show important matches. Hladil: It’s pretty good this year but Hladil: It was pretty bad for her. She Please see AUSTRALIAN, page 11 day.
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