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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2004
'Month of Action' to begin at Capitol "Raise Your Voice: Month of Action" will kick off at 3 p.m. Feb. 12 in the House chambers of the state Capitol. Activities including voter registration campaigns, volunteer recruits and food bank service projects are already planned at. 11 public and private institutions, with more planned. At UCO, a Campus Mapping Project will be held Feb. 15 through March 20. The project will be a series of meetings, and volunteers will use the Raise Your Voice Community Mapping Guide to conduct and investigation of the UCO campus. Volunteers will meet every Friday during the "Month of
Action." A Community Civic Engagement Fair will be held March 11 at Broncho Lake. Campus and community organizations are invited to the fair in an effort to inform students on opportunities to engage in the community. Also, a booth will be set up from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Friday during the month in the Nigh University Center. It will provide information on VOICE, voter registration and upcoming events. A drawing for a $50 gift certificate will be held for those who register to vote during the month. For more information, contact Tambra Nowell at tnowell@ucok.edu .
Oklahoma college students will raise their voices in a series of constructive events that are intended to get students involved in their communities. The events are sponsored by Vocal Oklahomans in Civic Engagement (VOICE), a campaign dedicated to getting more Oklahoma college students engaged in a broad range of their civic responsibilities. Chancellor Paul G. Risser for the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education and Campus Compact Coordinator Jennifer Green will welcome participants from college campuses and from state government in a forum to discuss upcoming activities.
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Bill would ban sale of soft drinks in public schools. By RON JENKINS Associated Press Writer
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The cast of "Shakespeare's R&J" rehearses in Mitchell Hall Theatre.
Theatre Dept. premiering new twist on old favorite by Sherrod Wall Staff Writer The play "Shakespeare's R&J" will be presented Feb. 12 through 14 at 7:30 p.m. and at 2 p.m. Feb. 15 in Mitchell Hall Theatre. "Shakespeare's R&J" is an adaptation of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" and centers on four students in an all-boys parochial school who discover the text of the classic play. In the course of one night, the boys pour over the play and are swept away by the story, eventually assuming the roles and enacting the play. This modern adaptation is not so different from the classic presentation of Shakespeare's works, where men played all the roles. "Instead of having a full cast of characters it only has four young men doing the entire play," Dr. Roberta Sloan, chair of the Theatre Department said.
Sloan also said the play is cut down and only portions of the play are acted out. "It's only portions of the play, but you get a feel for the whole story," she said. Sloan thinks that college students will be able to relate to this play more because students their own age will be playing in it. "[The audience] can look forward to being exposed to Shakespeare in a very new and inventive way," She said. "I thought it was something the students of the university community would really relate to." The play stars UCO students Timothy Berg of Tulsa, Mykle Bull of Oklahoma City, Daniel Gilbert of Mustang and Terren Wooten of Midwest City. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for senior citizens, $5 for UCO faculty and staff, $3 for UCO students and $5 for non-UCO students.
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — A bill to ban vending machine sales of soft drinks in elementary and middle schools hit a snag in the state Senate education committee on Monday. An 8-8 vote kept Sen. Bernest Cain's bill from being sent to the Senate floor, despite impassioned pleas from health care advocates, who said schools should not be contributing to the problem of obesity among Oklahoma's children. The measure by Cain, DOklahoma City, also pushed for the sale of nutritious snacks in school vending machines. Sen. Penny Williams, DTulsa, committee chairman, said another vote would be held on the bill next week, raising objections from some senators who voted against it. Health experts backed the bill, citing the links between obesity and increased rates of diabetes and heart disease. Some senators were concerned about money schools
would lose from vending machine contracts with soft drink companies. Marilyn Schorin, a nutritionist who has worked for Pesi-Cola Co., questioned whether soft drink sales in schools had as much effect on obesity as other factors such as physical inactivity and children's eating habits at home. Schorin said stopping vending machine sales of the product could contribute to children's desire to drink them, citing the experience of Prohibition on the adult population. Jim Schmidt of Elk City, president of the Oklahoma Soft Drink Association, said industry studies show student consumption rates of soft drinks should not be a major factor in their health problems. Schmidt suggested physical inactivity and eating habits at home were among the major causes. Stanley Hupfeld, head of the Fit Kids Coalition and president of the Integris hospital group in Oklahoma, said schools cannot be totally
blamed for the health problems of children but should not be contributing to them. State Health Board member Gordon Deckert, a doctor, said if something is not done to cut down on the calorie intake of children, one in three of them will wind up with diabetes. Deckert said "calorie addiction" is fast overtaking tobacco as the cause of illnesses that lead to premature deaths. "We have an epidemic on our hands. This is not trivial," Deckert said. Sen. Jeff Radon, D-Hugo, said some school superintendents have asked him to vote against the bill because it would cost schools badly needed money. Rabon, however, said he knows that his three small children would never consume anything but "pop, candy and junk it you let them." He said adults have a responsibility to set limits. "They are children. They don't know any better. They depend on us," he said.
Super Bowl suit dropped KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Less than a week after filing a proposed class-action lawsuit in federal court because of her outrage over the Super Bowl's halftime show, Terri Carlin believes she's made her point. The Knoxville woman is withdrawing the suit filed last Wednesday in U.S. District Court against singers Janet Jackson and Justin Timberlake, along with MTV, CBS and their parent company, Viacbm. The lawsuit had sought billions.of dollars in compensatory and punitive damages. Carlin alleged that she and others who watched the show during the Super Bowl were injured by the performers' lewd actions when Timberlake tore off part of Jackson's costume, exposing her right breast. The notice of dismissal filed in federal court claims Carlin wants to see if "remedial measures recently announced by the corporate defendants, the potential (Federal Communications Commission) sanctions and perhaps the passage of stronger enforcement provisions will prevent further similar conduct." Carlin and attorney Wayne A. Ritchie II, who filed the lawsuit on behalf of Carlin and has represented her for free, have already received phone calls and mail from hundreds of supportive parents from across the country who wanted to be included in the suit, the notice
states. Such a legal action would be better filed in the state court system bemuse of the "diversity of citizenship" of the proposed plaintiffs in the suit, Ritchie wrote. In the lawsuit filed on behalf of "all Americans," Carlin charged that Jackson's exposure and "sexually explicit conduct" by other performers during the halftime show injured viewers. Carlin did not specify the type of injury allegedly suffered. Jackson apologized for the incident, saying a red lace garment was supposed to remain over her breast when an outer garment was ripped away. She denied that the NFL, CBS or MTV, which produced the halftime show for CBS, knew of her plans. Those entities all condemned the performance. The lawsuit also charged that the broadcast companies and the two signers violated an "implied" contract with viewers not to subject them to lewd actions. It stated broadcasters should have had a "sufficient broadcast delay" to censor the acts. Carlin's lawsuit was not a bid for attention or cash but reflected her convictions that the shoyv overstepped the bounds of decency, Ritchie said. Carlin sought to send a message that corporations can and will be held accountable for violating the public's trust, he said.
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Andre Francisco and Jeff Morris perform "Steal Away" at "A Festival of Spirituals... 'a celebration of our heritage'" Feb. 10 in Mitchell Hall.
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Valentine's Day horrors: a look back
Well, into a box and drawn at ranhere we go dom by the boys of their age. again. The matches this random drawing made often resulted T h Hallmark in marriage. holiday. As Christianity became prevalent, the priests thought 0 Valentine's Day as it is known it was only right to replace the names of the young girls in the in some circles. I'm not going to relay any box with names of saints. In past tales of horror, or on the the year to come, the children opposite spectrum, any gush- were to emulate the life of the ing about romantic endeavors saint whose name they drew. Then they went back to or conquests. For one reason: drawing the girls names just to I don't participate. Not because of the corn- spice things up. Then again in the sixteenth mericalization. No, I'm not one of those. No conscien- century they tried the saintly tious objecting here. valentine's way again. But sexJust don't agree with it. iness is always preferred over Flowers die. Chocolate saintliness and this attempt expands. Buttons used for was just as unsuccessful as the eyes and noses on stuffed ani- first. mal hurt when thrown at you. And now when we're in But never mind all that. kindergarten on up to high What's behind Valentine's school in some cases, we put Day? The exact story hasn't Ninja Turtles valentines in yet been pinned down, and it paper sacks. probably never will be. That's The second opinion is not important, though. The about a priest by the name of important thing is that you Valentine who lived during the buy — or receive — the correct reign of Emperor Claudius. color and amount of long- Claudius was a fan of unpopustemmed roses. I hear laven- lar and bloody military camder works wonders. paigns and was therefore havThere are several opinions ing a tough time finding regarding the history of recruits for his army. The men Valentine's Day, and as with preferred staying at home in most historical references, it bed with their wives rather involves bloodletting and than hussling off in heavy beheading, or at the very least, armor and jabbing sharp sticks the assimilation and refining into other people. of a primitive religion. Go figure, right? So Claudius declares marThe first opinion says the day originated as a pagan tra- riages illegal and calls off all dition in the third century. At engagements. Well, Valentine, being the this time in Rome, wolves roamed around the country., love advocate that he was, side where shepherds kept thought this was unjust and watch over their flocks. There continued marrying people in was a god who went by the secrecy. name of Lupercus who was Yeah, we can see where this said to watch over the shep- story is going. Claudius finds herds and their flocks. Every out about Valentine's behind year when February rolled the back marriages and around, the decadent Romans ordered him to be dragged honored Lupercus and drank before the Roman Prefect who in his honor so no harm would condemned him to be beaten come to the shepherds or their to death with clubs and have flocks. Also, to honor Juno his head cut off. Februata, the goddess of Ahh...love is in the air. women and marriage, the Smell that? names young women were put
by Shawna Parks Contributing Writer Every year the holidays come and go, some bringing good times with loved ones and others bringing vicious catfights between warring family members. Just when you think you've settled in for another year with the hectic holidays behind you, Feb. 14 rolls around. For some, this holiday conjures up mushy, lovey-dovey feelings, while the smarter fraction of the population knows better than to buy into it all. Swooning girls and hormonally charged guys looked forward to this infamous holiday. The sappy love story always gets told, but now it is time to hear the other side — the Valentine's Day no one wants to remember. Valentine's Day 1994 — Christie Smith had been with her boyfriend for seven months. She went all out and bought him all kinds of Valentine's staples. He was going to cook her a romantic dinner at his house. Sound like a decent enough VDay? Well, the result is what anti-Valentine's sentiment is made of. "I walked in his house and he was passed out drunk on the couch," Smith said. After getting over the initial shock, she went over to the couch and tri,ed to wake him up. He just pulled her down on the couch and passed out again. She went to sleep since there wasn't much else to do. Could he redeem himself a little bit by at least giving her a gift? Well, "He didn't get me anything," Smith said. Valentine's Day 1995 — For some reason Christie Smith stayed with her hard-love boyfriend for another year. How could this year be any worse? "He broke up with me and told me he was cheating on me," Smith said. As far as future V-Days go, Smith doesn't expect much. "I don't celebrate it. I don't get excited about it. If I get excited, I just set myself up again." To this day her attitude remains the same. "I won't be wearing red. There will be no 'be my Valentine' at all." Valentine's Day 1999 — Eric Driskill was leaving the movie theater after watching "Blast from the Past" with some friends. He was enjoying the freedom of driving his 1977 Toyota Celica since he had recently turned 16. As he fumbled with the CD player, he rear-ended the car in front of him. So far this is nothing too out of the ordinary. Valentine's Day 2000 — Driskill, with another year of driving under his belt, was driving to school. One block from his house, another driver failed to yield at an intersection and slammed into him. At first he didn't notice the similarities.
Later that day a friend asked, "Hey, didn't you get in a wreck on Valentine's Day last year?" "I still thought it was just a coincidence," Driskill said. Valentine's Day 2001 — Driskill was driving to school in his 1991 Mustang that he had just bought. In front of the school a car pulled out in front of him and smashed his car to smithereens. "I was not thinking about getting in a wreck that morning," he said. "I had been having dreams of dying in a car wreck though." The third time's the charm. No longer does he consider the wrecks just a coincidence but "the Valentine's Curse." Driskill has not driven on a Valentine's Day since that fateful day in 2001. He has no need to worry about getting somewhere on a date. "I don't have girlfriends over holidays," he said. "It saves me money, and it saves me stress." Valentine's Day 2003 — Chris Matthews had a fiancee that he was sort-of separated from. Regardless, he called her up to see if she wanted to go out that evening for Valentine's Day. His fiancee let him know that she was going out that evening with her new love John. After a long fight over the phone Matthews said, ''Can I have my ring back? Because it's worth a lot more .to me than it is to you." "I don't have it," she said. "What the hell did you do with it?" "I needed money." "Did you sell it?" "I sold it to a pawn shop." "What did you need money that bad for?" "John and I are splitting a half." "So you sold my ring for drug money?" "Yep." (Of course this conversation had a few more expletives in it.) Matthews hopped in his car and headed over to her house at this point. The story gets worse. Ticket #1 — failure to stop at a stop sign. Ticket #2 — speeding. He ended up in the hospital before the day was over. "This is by far the worst day ever," Matthews said. Valentine's Day 2004 - What horror stories will take place this year? As you head out on your dates for candlelight dinners, romantic movies, Limo rides and the like, just bear in mind that everyone learns to hate Valentine's Day eventually — this could be your year.
What are you planning to do for Valentine's Day?
"My boyfriend and I are going to exchange gifts and go out to dinner. Nothing fancy." - Angela Reyes Nursing Junior
"I really don't celebrate Valentine's Day. I think it's a marketing strategy for businesses." - Choon-Ai Chai Dietetic Junior
"Hang out with friends and invite a guy I like, and play Laser Tag, then go out to eat." - Latoya Wright Broadcasting Journalism Freshman
"Well I'm single. I'll spend money on my self direct„ Y. - Brandon Reeder Prof. Golf Management Sr.
"Buy a lot of roses, cards and take them out to eat and call it a nfght.” - Cory Moore Nursing Sophomore
- Bre'Anda Booker Nursing Freshamn
- Daniel Blackaby Chemistry Sophomore
"I'm single. I'm going to hang out with friends."
- Richard Brooks Philosophy Junior
-Taylor McCord Business Freshman
Photographer Robert T. Craurhers Photographer Gavin Elliott Cartoonist Eric Osborn Ad Manager Lindsey Chapman Lisa Jobe Ad Sales Ad Sales Kimberly Brarren Director John Frair
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February 12, 2004 '
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The cast of "Accidental Death of an Anarchist" in their October performance.
Theatre Department recognized; play selected to compete in festival â– "Accidental Death of an Anarchist," "Fences" and "Senior Women's Project" among productions honored at Arkansas theatre festival. by Lauren Pulsinelli Staff Writer
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UCO professor of philosophy and humanities Dr. John Douglas Miller signed copies of his first novel, "The Greek Summer," Feb. 11 in the Nigh University Center bookstore. The novel tells the story of a group of Navy lifeguards in the 1960s who are, for the first time, discovering and discussing Western philosophy. The book, published in November 2003, is available in hardback and paperback online from the publisher iUniverse, at Amazon.com , BarnesandNoble.com , and from local bookstores. Miller's previous works include "A Footnote to Plato: An Introduction to Western Philosophy," "Business in Great Waters: A Study of the Prophet Jonah," and "Heresy in Galatia."
Central's production of "Accidental Death of an Anarchist" was selected to compete in the Regional VI Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival Feb. 27. The festival will be held in Arkansas but Central students can view the play at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 16 in Mitchell Hall. The play is one of eight selected out of more than 100 entries, from a five-state region. Last years' other theatre production, "Fences," was also awarded the "Respondent's Choice Award" and, 18 other awards were awarded to Central theatre students. For "Fences," Justin D'Apolito won fOr "Excellence in Technical Direction," Alex Decker won for "Excellence in Scenic Design," James Griffis won for "Excellence in Lighting Design" and Megan Day for "Excellence in Costume Design." The award for "Excellence in Sound Design" went to Travis Smiddy.
Dontay Pompay and Jeff Johnson were awarded for "Excellence in Acting." The Senior Women's Project won an award for "Excellence in Original Play." The seniors are Krystian Hamilton, Erika Wilhite, Fallon Barnes, Megan Day, Rosilyn MacCumber and Jenny Grigsby. For 'Accidental Death of an Anarchist," Laurinda Navesky won the award for "Excellence in Stage Management" and Alan Schwanke was awarded "Excellence in Scenic Design." Travis Smiddy was once again awarded "Excellence in Sound Design" and "Excellence in Costume Design" went once again to Megan Day. Richard Kingston won for "Excellence in Properties Design," and Sara Craig was awarded for her "Excellence in Acting." Roberta Sloan, Douglas Getzoff and UCO were awarded for "Excellence in Festival Hosting." Also, "Irene Ryan Acting Award" nominees were chosen for their outstanding performances. Those nominated are Michael Fruga, Terran Wooton, Krystian Hamilton, Alex
Decker, Matt Charnay, Sean Scrutchins, Sara Craig, Erica Wilhite, Yuko Takeda and Daniel Gilbert. Irene Ryan was an actress best known for her portrayal as 'Granny Clampett' in "The Beverly Hillbillies." Since 1972, the Irene Ryan Foundation, of Encino, Ca., has awarded scholarships to the outstanding student performers at each regional festival. Each of the Irene Ryan nominees selects an acting partner for a twoperson scene. They have a total of five minutes to perform part of a scene and a monologue of their choice. Michael Fruga, a nominee this year, said what he likes best about festival is, "The entire vibe. You are surrounded by a bunch of people who are into the same things as you are." If the nominees win at the regional festival where they will compete against about 300 people, they go to the national festival in Washington D.0 and have a chance of winning $2,500 in scholarship money. Fruga said, "It's a very competitive competition but a whole lot of fun."
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Our Gift To YouA Free Performance! 7:30 pm Feb 16, 2004 Mitchell Hall Theatre University of Central Oklahoma
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Directed by Donald Bristow Be Our Guest! Out of over 100 entries from a five-state region, UCO's production of "Accidental Death of An Anarchist" is one of seven invited to the regional Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival. Come join us for a free public performance on February 16. For More Information, call 974-3375
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NEWS
February 12, 2004
Bill proposes changing state tattoo law, lifting ban
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — A bill filed in the Oklahoma Legislature could change a law that makes Oklahoma one of two states that outlaw tattooi ng: That's good news for Scott Dees who spent a mild Wednesday afternoon filling in the dragon mask tattoo on his boss's chest at a Sapulpa tattoo parlor. Dees works at Bennett's Tattooing and. Body Piercing on Main Street in Sapulpa. The store sign advertises tattoos, mocking state law. "It doesn't get more open than this," said owner David Bennett. "Tattooing is not
something that's in the closet
hopes it's going to go through this time." But Oklahoma might be different than South Carolina, opponents of legalizing tattooing said. Rep. Bill Graves, ROklahoma City, fears legalization will make tattooing more tempting and accessible: "I think a lot of kids get tattoos and probably wish they hadn't later." Both states outlawed the practice in the 1960s, when
and going to go away." Oklahoma Sen. Frank Shurden, D-Henryetta, has introduced a bill that would legalize tattoos and put them under state regulation. In South Carolina, Sen. Bill Mescher, R-Pinopolis, has fought 10 years for legalization and had half a dozen bills defeated. This time, the traditional opposition voted for the bill, and it cleared the state Senate in early January. The bill awaits debate in the House. There should be no opposition of any significance," Mescher said. "I have high
most states outlawed tattooing because of hepatitis outbreaks. The last attempt to repeal Oklahoma's 1963 ban — a misdemeanor "to tattoo or offer
IMO reservist deploying to Iraq by Caroline Duke Copy Editor Student Cory McCutcheon never thought he would be sent to Iraq only months before graduation from UCO. McCutcheon, a twenty-twoyear-old senior finance major, hoped to graduate next fall. Last November McCutcheon found out he was headed for Iraq. His unit leaves next week. "I like being in school, and I'm ready to graduate," he said. Since November, McCutcheon has been training in Fort Sill with the 485th Quartermaster. Overseas, McCutcheon will provide fuel for other units as an E-4 specialist. When his duty is over, McCutcheon said he will be
ready to get back in school, gradfrom Lawton's MacArthur High uate and land a job in real estate School, and he took the followor mortgage. ing year off to join "When the reserves. "When I joined, joined, it [going McCutcheon said overseas] was the that he believes some it was t he last military is needed in last thing I thing I th ought I Iraq right now but thought I would
do," he said. would do McCutcheon said that he likes being involved at UCO and the — Cory student organizaMcCutcheon tions. He is a three year member of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. "I'll miss that the most - not being around and helping out the school as much as possible," he said. McCutcheon started college here in 1999 after graduating
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he doesn't think so many troops should be going. "If it's for Iraqi freedom, then I'm all for it. If it's for fuel, then [I'm not]," he said. McCutcheon said all his unit has done is prepared to go to Iraq since November. He said he knew what he was getting into when he signed up for the Reserves. "I'm willing to do my duty," he said.
to tattoo any person" - failed four years ago. The bill died when Rep. Fred Stanley, D-Madill, refused to hear it before his Public Health Committee. "I think that's kind of where it would end up again," said Rep. Richard Phillips, RWarr Acres. "I think as legislators, we need to be bringing things to Oklahoma that improve Oklahoma. I'm not sure tattoo shops and tattooing will improve our way of life." Supporters of legalizing tattoos say making the practice illegal pushes tattooists underground and allows them to operate without strict health standards. About a dozen people in Oklahoma City do underground tattoo work, and probably 75 or 80 more are just "scratchers," said Jeremy Bateman, who has tattoos on his right arm and chest and runs Tiggers Body Art, an Oklahoma City piercing shop. "A scratcher is a guy that's got a homemade gun that doesn't know what he's doing," Bateman said. "You look at his
work and say, 'I could have done a better job with a cheese grater and an ink pen."' Underground Oklahoma artists have been known to use tattoo needle guns made from a guitar E-string and a Walkman motor or even a pencil and sharpened staples. "Legalization will not shut the underground shops
down," Bennett said. "There will always be your brother's cousin's friend who knows somebody that does tattoos. But legalization offers a choice of doing it in a sterile environment." Tulsa police said they investigate about two dozen complaints against tattooists every year. In Oklahoma City, police have had no formal investigations of tattooists in the recent past, Sgt. Gary Knight said. The Oklahoma Health Department sees benefits to regulating tattoo parlors. The department has been regulating piercing parlors since 1999. "If it's done properly, I don't believe we see any greater risk for safety than we
Rocky McElvany, chief of the department's consumer health services division. Nearly 401 diseases, including hepatitis, can be contracted from getting a tattoo. Legalizing tattoos also could give Oklahoma an economic boost. Thousands of people head across Oklahoma borders to towns such as Siloam Springs, Ark., and Gainesville, Texas, to get inked. Larry Speegle, owner of Fantasy Tattoos and Body Piercing in Gainesville, said about 95 percent of his customers are from Oklahoma, which nets him about $800,000 a year. Rep. Phillips said he doubts tattooing will bring much revenue after the costs of regulating a new industry. Phillips said he doesn't mind that people are traveling to Texas for tattoos. "Well, go to Texas. That's fine with me. At least it will give you 200 miles to think about it."
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The play "Shakespeare's R & J" will be performed in Mitchell Hall at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 12 14 and at 2 p.m. Feb. 15. Tickets are $3 for Central students. Grammy nominated composer Kenny Werner will play at the UCO Jazz Lab at 8:30 p.m. Feb. 14. Tickets are $ 35. Jazz clinic with Kenny Werner will be held at 2 p.m. Feb. 15 in the UCO Jazz Lab. Tickets are free for full time Central students and $10 for others. Central's award-winning play "Death of an Anarchist" will be performed at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 16 at in Mitchell Hall.
The University of Central Oklahoma Department of Theatre, Dance and Media Arts presents
SHAKESPEARE'S directEd‘by\ rouonna Dickson
The UCO Donna Nigh Gallery will feature the women artists exhibit "360 Degrees x 4."
Their works will be on display through March 9. Gridiron 2004 will present "Henry Plodder & The League of Ordinary Gentlemen — OR — Saddam-ized for Your Own Protection" at 8 p.m. Feb. 11, 13 and 14 in Stage Center. G.A.T.E will protest at the Rally for Traditional Marriage at 12 p.m. Feb. 17 at the State Capitol. The group will leave from the west side of the Education Building at 11:15 a.m. For more information call Eli Schauer at 974-4114. An opening reception for 'Across Europe," photographs from a photographic study tour, will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Feb. 12 in the Donna Nigh Gallery Exhibit Hall of the Nigh University Center. For information, call 9742432.
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CU faces more scandal; state lawmakers propose amendment to constitution players hiring strippers banning gay marriages for recruiting parties By ROBERT WELLER According to National are not talking about a profesAssociated Press Writer Collegiate Athletic sional team that can spend Association rules, a school money the way its stockholdDENVER (AP) — Already "may not arrange or permit ers want to try to competimired in a scandal that excessive entertainment," tive." includes allegations of rape, though it is unclear what con- Colorado players testified the University of Colorado stitutes excessive. The NCAA in the depositions that they suffered another blow Tuesday has said it is convening a panel get $30 from athletic departwhen an adult entertainment this spring to discuss recruit- ment officials to host recruits. Lower said it costs $250 for company confirmed football ing problems. players hired strippers for The news couldn't have two strippers to dance for an recruiting parties as recently as come at a worse time for hour. Colorado, which was plunged "It is usually paid for by two weeks ago. Steve Lower, president of into scandal last week with the friends of the players," said Hardbodies Entertainment disclosure of allegations that it Lower, who spoke first with Inc. in Denver, said athletes at uses sex and women to entice the Rocky Mountain News. Hardbodies dancer Jennifer Colorado and universities recruits. around the country have been The claim was made by Nass, 23, said she has stripped paying strippers to entertain Boulder County District at about half a dozen Colorado Attorney Mary Keenan in one recruiting parties. recruits for years. "It's a tradition, like throw- of three federal lawsuits filed "We just basically go and ing a bachelor party," he said. by women who say they were do a lap dance; the same thing "It's a tradition handed down raped at an off-campus party you get at a strip club," she frorri player to player to play- in December 2001 attended said in a telephone interview. er." by players and recruits. "There is no touching, we Hardbodies also has offices University officials have don't like explicit language in Houston. and Las Vegas. denied the school uses sex par- and we would leave if either Lower said students or foot- ties as a recruiting tool. Last occurred. No one who is a ball players at the University week, football coach Gary parental figure or coach has of Houston, Rice University, Barnett suspended four play- ever attended. And none of University of Northern ers, including one for taking a the athletes ever broke the Colorado, Colorado State recruit to a strip club. rules." University hired his dancers The Board of Regents has Steinhauer said the regents without the knowledge of uni- ordered a special commission were putting together a list of versity officials or coaches. to investigate and prepare a 100 people who could serve on the Colorado investigative "Yes, these have been our report by April 30. girls doing it and no, the col- News of the strip parties commission. He said the lege has absolutely not paid stunned Regents President board will meet Monday to pick the remaining members, for it, condoned it or been Peter Steinhauer. "I don't think this should who will probably include a aware of it," he said. Officials at most of the be part of the recruiting victims' advocate. Colorado, Texas and Nevada atmosphere," he said. The panel is being coschools did not return calls "Something pops up every chaired by former lawmakers Joyce Lawrence and Peggy seeking comment. Houston day." athletic director Dave Last week, police said they Lamm. Lawrence drew critiMaggard said he and football were also investigating cism last week when she sugcoach Art Briles were not whether Colorado football gested the alleged victims aware of any strip parties. players hired prostitutes from should be asked why they went to the party. Earlier this month, St. an escort service. John's University suspended Regent Jim Martin, who Steinhauer said he still five basketball players for has been critical of how uni- backs Lawrence's role on the breaking curfew to go to a versity administrators have panel. strip club. University of handled the scandal, said "I think she probably wishMinnesota officials are also investigators should find out es she could take her cominvestigating whether high where the money to pay for ments back," he said. "But we school football recruits visited the strippers came from. want people who ask tough bars and a• strip club during a "We are talking about tax- questions. And that is a quespayer money," he said. "We tion we should ask." visit in December.
By TIM TALLEY goes to the full House for Rep. Marilyn Musgrave, RAssociated Press Writer action, is among the first in Colo., states that "marriage the nation seeking congres- shall consist of a union of a OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) sional action following a rul- man and woman." — State lawmakers, concerned ing last week by the Hamilton said her resoluthat court rulings in other Massachusetts Supreme tion tracks language recomstates could lead to same-sex Judicial Court that said gay mended by the United States marriages in Oklahoma, asked couples are entitled to nothing Conference of Catholic Bishops and other groups that Congress Monday to get less than marriage. involved and pass a constitu- Oklahoma law already support traditional marriage. tional amendment to ban gay denies recognition of same-sex Republican legislative leadmarriages performed in other ers have accused Democrats of marriage. Without opposition, mem- states. But lawmakers are con- setting the state up for a court bers of the House Judiciary cerned that fallout from rul- ruling permitting gay marCommittee passed a resolution ings elsewhere could spill over riages. by Rep. Rebecca Hamilton, D- into Oklahoma and believe Senate Minority Leader Oklahoma City, that calls on more needs to be done to pro- James A. Williamson, R-Tulsa, Congress to hold hearings on tect the sanctity of marriage. has said an "activist" state the impact of a proposed fed- Rep. Thad Balkman, author judge could always overturn eral Defense of Marriage Act. of a similar resolution, said it the law. He said constitutional A lobbyist for the America is important that Congress amendments outlawing gay Civil Liberties Union, Keith take action. The court rulings marriage should be passed at Smith, called the resolution "a have left states divided over both the state and federal levhorrendous concept." what the institution of mar- els. A resolution by Rep. Mike "That's one of the worst riage should mean. things they can do," Smith "It's a federal issue," said O'Neal, R-Enid, would place said. He has said the ACLU Balkman, R-Norman. He said the matter of gay marriage opposes any measure to amend congressional action would before a vote of the people. the Constitution to discrimi- supersede any authority grant- Williamson has filed a similar nate against anyone. ed by individual states. measure calling for a state "It's already illegal in "I think it's the only sure Constitutional amendment Oklahoma. The U.S. way that we protect marriage declaring marriage as the Constitution affects all 50 in Oklahoma," Balkman said. union between a man and a The congressional measure, woman. states," Smith said. The measure, which now House Joint Resolution 56 by
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Defensive Line Coach Jo Nixon will be contributing a weekly diary during UCO's spring practice Greetings Broncho football fans, As most die hard football fans know February 8, 2004 brought us the National Football League Pro Bowl from Hawaii. This marks the official end of the football season. The National championships have been decided at all levels, the New England Patriots won the Super Bowl and of course we had the Justin Timberlake, Janet Jackson "costume malfunction". For those who really need a football fix it's time for ESPN classic or Arena football. During the next few months collegiate senior football players will be preparing for the • NFL combine and personal workouts with NFL teams in hopes to continue there careers and fulfilling a dream of playing in the "League". NFL teams will use the next few months shuffling contracts and getting budgets ready for the upcoming draft. College teams like your UCO Bronchos are going through winter conditioning and preparing for the spring practice. During the spring I will be giving you an update on progress with the Bronchos here at "Coaches Corner". This past year the Bronchos who were led by first year head coach Chuck Langston finished with a 9-3 record. Our season ended at Texas A&M Kingsville with a lost in the National Quarterfinals. In the opinion of most, we had a great season. We aren't satisfied. The past few weeks the team has been working out at 6 a.m. and 1 p.m. daily with the burning desire to reach Florence, Alabama (the site for the Division II title game) next season. Along with the success of the team comes
the risk of losing some coaching staff members to other Colleges/ Universities. Good news Bronchos... Our staff is still together with the addition of two awesome coaches. Brian Gorka will still lead the defense as the Coordinator along with Chuck Bailey, Landon Dean and myself. Some key returnees on defense are Arthur Johnson, Chad Whiteside, Uriah Matthews, and "the Nasty Que Dog" Anthony Byrd. Mike Monroe will again coordinate the offense along with Joe Dickinson, Nick Bobeck, and Will Richards. A few key offensive returnees on offense are Jarrod Manoy, Brent Davidson, Zach Edwards, and with the addition of WR Cedric Jones the offense should provide plenty of highlights. The new additions to our staff are Jared Kaaiohelo from "the Field house" who is assisting us with our strength and conditioning. Coach Kaaiohelo is a former player from the University of Arkansas/ Missouri Southern college and has played in the NFL and NFL Europe. The other addition is Mickey Joseph who will coach running backs. Coach Joseph is the former option quarterback wizard from the University of Nebraska. As a high school senior from New Orleans, Mickey was the No. 1 high school recruit in the country. Coach J has made several division 1 coaching stops. The question most often being asked around the campus is "Who will be the starting Quarterback?" Well I guess you'll have to read the "Coaches Corner". Feel free to E Mail me with FOOTBALL RELATED questions at jnixon2@ucok.edu I'll answer what I can.
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Bronchos go for season sweeps of ECU, SOSU by Brandon Chatmon Sports Editor With a 4--2 record in the LSC North, the Central Oklahoma men's basketball team will look for the season sweep of East Central tonight at 8 in Ada. The Bronchos topped the Tigers 88-71 on Jan. 22. Deshone Henderson was outstanding with 20 points and 13
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rebounds in the win. Terry McVay led the charge with 23 points. Darren Randall had 30 points against the Bronchos to lead ECU on Jan. 22. Jason Wilkerson leads the Tigers in scoring with 16.9 points per game and rebounding with 8.3 rebounds-pergame. The Tigers are 6-15 overall and 1-5 in the LSC North. ECU is 3-4 overall and 1-2 in the LSC North in Ada this season. On Feb. 14, UCO will travel to Durant to battle Southeastern Oklahoma. .
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1. Tarleton State 19-2 overall, 6-0 in North
1. East Central 11-8 overall, 5-1 in North
LSC North 1. Southeastern Oklahoma
2. Northeastern State 12-9, 4-2
2. Northeastern State 16-5, 4-2
2. UCO 3. Northeastern State 4. Southwestern Oklahoma
3. UCO 8-13, 4-2
3. Tarleton State 11-10, 4-2
5. Midwestern State 6. Cameron 7. East Central
4. Southwestern Oldahoma 15-7, 4-3
4. Cameron 11-11, 4-3
LSC South 1. Angelo State 2. Tarleton State
5. Southeastern Oklahoma 11-10, 3-3
5. Southwestern Oklahoma 9-11, 3-4
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6. East Central 6-15, 1-5
6. Southeastern Oklahoma 7-14, 2-4
7. Cameron 5-17, 0-7
7. UCO 6-15, 0-6
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Women's hoops to avenge early losses to East Central and Southeastern OK by Brandon Chatmon Sports Editor The Central Oklahoma women's basketball team will look to avenge their 79-62
home loss to East Central on Jan. 22 in Ada tonight at 6. UCO will look to slow ECU senior guard Lindsey Sutton who was scorching in the first half of the last meet-
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ing hitting several threepointers on her way to 21 points against the Bronchos. Fellow seniors Lesli Shores (15.7 points-per-game) and Stormy Griffith (15.4 ppg) lead the Tigers in scoring. ECU is 11-8 overall and 5-1 in the LSC North, sitting atop the division standings. The Tigers have been outstanding at home this year, going 5-2 overall and 3-0 in the LSC North. On Feb. 14, UCO will head to Durant for a rematch with Southeastern Oklahoma at 6 p.m. The Lady Savages topped the Bronchos 74-68 on Jan. 24 in the Hamilton Field House. Freshman Jessica Hocker was stellar in that game scoring 29 points in the Lady Savages win. The 5'11" guard from Spring Hill, Kan. is SOSU's second leading scorer at 13.0
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MOBILE HOME 612 W 2nd St, off Fretz. 2'bed, 1 bath, stacked washer & dryer included. $395/mo, $200 deposit. Call 341-7395 or 388-1519.
CORNERS Apartment, one bedroom, $359 + $150 deposit. 5 minutes to UCO. Cal 361-3906.
My darling wife, Love and beauty cook on a new meaning when you came into my life. • Amber Brook Wilson, I love you more than life itself. Your Husband,
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WHY LIVE on campus when you can rent a fully furnished apartment for $399/mo? Call 341-2517 for more derails.
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ALD, Because you surprise me everyday with your beauty, I find ease in declaring a thousand reasons why I love you! For the bonfire in your heart makes luminous the rose-tan in your cheeks. Love, KMP
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ONE BEDROOM house, $335/mo, newly remodeled. Water, trash & lawn service paid. NO PETS, NO SMOKING. Near UCO. Call Patricia at 4088765.
FRONT DESK/night auditor position available at Sleep Inn & Suites in Edmond. Please apply in person at 3608 S Broadway.
PART "TIME-Need personable and aggressive sales person 15+ hrs/wk. Work around your school schedule. Salary + commissions. Call Ms Adkins at 751-1745, Gingiss Forrnalwear, Quail Springs Mall.
Derek, Thank you for being an incredible husband. You are my heart and soul.
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1990 HONDA Civic, 5-speed, AC, new radio/cassette, new tires, new bat- tery, sunroof, luggage rack, one-time owner, good condition. $2300 OBO, call 974-5574.
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PT/FT OFFICE Assistant needed. Mon-Fri. No nights or weekends. Duties include phone, computer, some OKC travel. $8-$9/hr. Email resume to: rrsnyder@wavelinx,nec
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NEED NANNY for 2 children. Come to my home in NW OKC Monday and Friday only 8:30am-6pm. Need own transportation, references required, good study time. Only March 1 to April 15. Call 737-1000 or 821-7238.
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1990 ACURA Legend, 4-dr, auto, sunroof, all power, leather, A/C & heater, 168K miles. Looks and runs good. Asking $2100 OBO. Call 226-3512.
4 RENT, cozy one & two bedroom condo units, pool, fireplace, $380$480/mo, 6 month lease. Ask about our special this month, 348-1862.
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APT FOR RENT-1/2 block off campus. Female student, all bills paid (except phone & cable). Call Glen at 787-6880, C-590-1086 or Linda at 340-7623, C-590-1087.
NEED HELP with housekeeping, one day a week. Transportation provided. Call 341-3062.
Baker, Wishing you every happiness in Maryland. You deserve that and more.
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974-5916 for additional info. EDMOND DAYCARE needs childcare givers 2:30-6pm. Call 330-3077.
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GREAT PART TIME OPPORTUNITY! Established professional financial planning firm in North OKC seeking PT file clerk. M-F 1-5pm, $7/hr. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and possess a great attention to detail. Professional neat appearance required. Familiarity of multi-line phone and prior experience a definite plus. Ideal job for business student. Fax resume to 405-302-2962.
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