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Information Technology, campus residents battle for Internet usage rights by Sherrod Wall
viruses, which could have been prevented if students had used virus scanners regularly. "Ninety percent of the probIn an effort to identify problems with Internet connectivity lem is students don't run virus in the Suites and Commons, scanners," Elliot said. "Out of UCO Information Technology 40 computers we have identiinadvertently prevented stu- fied, two have [belonged to] dents and staff from connecting internal staff and 30 have [belonged to] stuto some Internet serdents." vices. Mand "I think part of the "It's our way Whitten, hall appeal of living in the of getting director of the residential halls is, at the end of the day, I away from Suites who met with Elliot to dishave a T-1 line availschool work, cuss the Internet able to play online games, and them [the and we can't problems, said in the future, IT may ports] being suddenly do that now." begin a workshop blocked takes away to teach students that appeal," said - Carlos Montes, about virus scanStephen Horn, resiSuites Hall resident ners. dent advisor for the IT opened up fourth floor of the the ports Feb. 26 Suites. to allow connecBill Elliot, network tions to America Online, but manager for IT, said to identify connecting to online gaming where the problems were occurservers is still not allowed. ring, several ports needed to be Elliot said that opening up closed. He said that a high percent- all of the ports again may not be age of computers in the Suites a good idea. If too many ports and Commons are infected by remain open, he said, someone Staff Writer
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Dr. Bob Palmer cleans a river of yellow paint after a mural project spill Feb. 25 outside the Art Building.
Artist-in-residence to address writing styles at monthly lecture series
Nine journalists inducted into Hall of Fame at UCO Nine Oklahoma journalists will be honored during the 34th annual induction ceremonies of the Oklahoma Journalism Hall of Fame April 2. The inductees this year are television photojournalist Darrell Barton; Phil Brown of The Enid News & Eagle; broadcast pioneer Pam Henry; Rusty Lang, Tulsa World writing coach; Jack Lancaster; advisor of the Oklahoma State O'Collegian; Edward Livermore Jr., former publisher of The Edmond Sun; state photographer Fred W. Marvel; Bill May, Oklahoma City Journal Record; and Billie Rodely, OETA documentary journalist. The ceremonies will be at 11:30 a.m. in the Nigh University Center's Grand Ballroom. Mark Thomas, executive director of the Oklahoma Press Association, will serve as master of ceremonies during the induction ceremony. "The annual ceremony has become an informal homecoming for previous distinguished honorees," said Dr. Terry Clark, UCO journalism chairperson. "The Hall is a virtual Who's Who of Oklahoma journalism, and the crowd will be filled with the giants of the profession," he said. More than 150 journalists are expected to attend the ceremonies. Honorees are selected by a committee composed of members of the working press, Society of Professional Journalists and the Hall of Fame. The forms are available at any time from the UCO journalism department. Tickets are available for $15 until March 26, and may be reserved by calling Sherry Sump at 974-5303.
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could potentially use the openings as backdoors to slip through the network's defenses. "If you leave all your ports open, you've just left an avenue for someone to use your cornputer to do something else remotely," Elliott said. "I think we should leave ports shut down, but if there are things that the students need to do and we can justify that those needs support the university's needs, then we need to address those on a one-to-one basis," he said. Whitten said that some universities open ports in increments to allow online gaming so that the network isn't slowed down during the day when it is used for non-recreational purposes. Instituting a policy of that sort could suit the needs of the students and the university, she said. "If they opened the ports around 8 p:m., it would be reasonable," said Carlos Montes, Suites Hall resident. "It's our way of getting away from school work, and we can't do that now."
The year is 1974. Rock 'n Roll hagn't sold affairs that is the current music industry, resurgence in popularity among young peoout to the highest bidder, and radio station many young people are looking to the past ple because of its warmth of tone, its antiqcontent is still determined by the disc jock- to recapture the magic of Rock 'n Roll. uity, and quality of sound. ey instead of some faceless mega-corpora- They are dusting off their parents' record Jason Kretchmar, owner of Crazy J's tion. It's likely you'll hear everything from Records in Edmond and avid vinyl colPink Floyd to Bob Dylan to The Grateful lector, said that during the holidays he Dead to youfbrother's friend's garage band constantly heard young people talking on your radio station. about how excited they were about getTapes, eight-tracks, compact discs, ting a record player for Christmas. DVDs, MP3s and video cassette recorders These kids that come in are "antiare only in the dreams of sci-fi fans. burning", Kretchmar said, and they don't Musicians still record in an uncompressed like to be told what's cool, so they revolt analog format, in which the sound waves by buying vinyl. are recorded in their natural wave form Crazy J's sells mostly CDs, but they do instead of being digitized and compressed have a superb selection of vinyl, with a as with compact discs. When you hear a featured piece prominently displayed on song you like on the radio, you cruise over the cash wrap. Classic rock used Vinyl to the record store and buy that album on sells well, said Kretchmar, with indie rock vinyl. Because the artist has more creative leading in the new vinyl department. control, you listen to the whole album and Jazz, however, is the most sought after enjoy it. The bass response is lower, the vinyl artifact at his store. music sounds fuller. 45s are the biggest seller at the Book Now fast forward 30 years. Eight-tracks Beat & Co. in south Oklahoma City. have come and gone, tapes have traveled These smaller records, named for the the path of the dodo bird and compact speed at which the turntable spins — 45 discs are the standard format for listening revolutions per minute, generally contain to audio music. a maximum of two to three songs per side The record industry is suing its cusand were designed for radio play and protomers for illegally downloading music, motional usage. MTV — Music Television — doesn't play The rockabilly kids are the biggest music anymore, and radio stations play vinyl customers, buying the old blue grass homogenous, watered down garbage in a Jason Kretchmar, owner of Crazy J's and folk music 45s, said Shylo Brown, continual loop. Most popular artists don't Records, with part of their vinyl collection. owner of Book Beat & Co. Since rockabilly music is steeped in record a whole album of quality material — 1950s culture, it is only logical that the lisjust one or two singles to garner them radio players and listening to those classic vinyl teners would be obsessed with the analog airplay. Since the recordings are done in a recordings. Bands like The White Stripes and The technology of the vinyl album. digital format (the sound waves are digitized into ones and zeros then compressed to fit Hives are leading the vanguard of this revolt Rockabilly kids are easy to spot; they are on a disc), the music doesn't sound as rich as against the digital world by releasing warm analog music first on vinyl, then on compact in years past. see Revival, page 5 Dissatisfied with the dreary state of disc. The humble vinyl album is enjoying
Major League Soccer (MLS) is coming back to central Oklahoma. The University of Central Oklahoma and Express Sports have announced that tickets are now on sale for the Saturday, April 10, MLS exhibition game between the Kansas City Wizards and the Dallas Burn, scheduled for 2 p.m. at the UCO's Wantland Stadium. "A major league • state like ours deserves major league athletics," said Steve Kreidler, vice president for administration at UCO. "Ninety
three-hundred people braved the cold and wind for last year's exhibition game," he said. "This year the game has been scheduled for a better time, and with the improvements to the stadium like the new turf, a better sound system and our new video scoreboard, we expect even more people to come out for the game." UCO remains in contention as MLS officials determine where to locate two planned expansion teams during the next couple of years.
"We would love to have Major League Soccer come to Oklahoma and would be happy to be a part of it here at UCO," said Kreidler. Sponsors for the April 10 MLS exhibition game are The Daily Oklahoman, KWTV/News9 and Edmond Life and Leisure. Tickets are $30, $25, $20 and $15, and are available at the Ford Center ticket office, all metro-area Homeland stores, online at Tickets.com or by calling toll free, 800-511-1552.
Susan Thames, artist-in-residence for the English Department, will speak about "The Music of Prose" at 7:30 March 2 in Pegasus Theatre of the Liberal Arts Building. Her address on writing styles is free of charge as part of the monthly Lecture Series- for the College of Liberal Arts. The 'address was designed to foster education within the community, showcase faculty expertise and provide students the chance to relate to faculty members in a non-classroom setting. Having taught in New York since 1993, Thames comes to UCO from Columbia University's School of Arts where she teaches creative writing. As author and educator, she is teaching non-fiction prose and writing the • novel classes while at UCO. Thames has written a novel, "I'll be Home Late Tonight," published in 1997 by Villard. She has also written a book of stories titled "As Much as I Know," published in 1992 by Random House. She co-edited "The Breast: An Anthology," a non-fiction publication released by Global City Press in 1995, and has written feature stories and columns for House & Garden, Harper's Bazaar, Vanity Fair and the Village Voice. Her awards include • the Barnes & Noble "Discover Great New Writers Program" in 1997, being named a semifinalist for the 1990 Associated Writing Programs Intro Award, and being cited for the PEN 1989 Nelson Algren Competition for Work in Progress. ' She also has completed a number of art colony fellowship and is active in a number of community service programs in New York, including serving as a PEN American Center Prison Project mentor, holding writers' workshops for victims of domestic violence, and serving as a hospice volunteer. For more information, contact the UCO College of Liberal Arts at 974-2522.
OPINION March 2, 2004
Quote of the day The USA was founded in the name of democracy, equality and individual freedom, but is failing to deliver the fundamental promise of protecting rights for all —Amnesty International
T oday in History 1925 State and federal highway officials developed a nationwide routenumbering system, adopting the United States shield-shaped, numbered marker. In the east, there is U.S. 1 that runs from New England to Florida and in the west, there is the corresponding highway, U.S. 101, from Tacoma, Wash. to San Diego, Calif..
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This is what we call a "visual metaphor." Do you get it? I hope you do. Cartoon by Eric Osbom
Vista takes new aim pus, they could easily cast their ballots in upcoming elections between classes or at lunch. Cartoon by Cary Stringfield Voter registration only takes a few minutes. Voting only takes a few minutes. Take these few minutes out of your day and know that your voice will be heard. In the coming months, The Vista plans sponsor student forums to debate and discuss the upcoming presiTo Editor: dential elections. We plan to screen films that we hope will foster furWhen President Bush ran for office his idea was ther campus debate about the issues facing our genera- "Compassionate Conservatism." Thus far, his policies do tion. not show this philosophy. We have fought two wars — yes, You will notice that this issue of The Vista features Afghanistan was justified — but still have three million both the UCO logo and the American Democracy pro- people out of work. The Bush administration sent ject logo. UCO, this newspaper and the student body American troops into Iraq based on faulty intelligence and Being in the company of Executive Editor Bill Keller are inexorably linked to the American Democracy refuses to admit their mistake. The No Child Left Behind and other Times pros was an entirely different kind of Project in this struggle for increased civic engagement. Act was passed and never properly funded, therefore many To that end, you will be able to read in The Vista about honor. children are left behind. The Presidents budget is also a Not only were we given a much-needed reminder of UCO's ADP-related programs, as well as the programs big problem. Three years ago we had a budget surplus. our responsibility to society and our readers, we were of our sister universities. You will also find stories that President Bush has just submitted the 2005 fiscal year given a fresh new insight on how we can better facilitate are not directly related to the ADP but that highlight budget with a $500 billion deficit. The problem here is discussion and foster democracy on campus. the aims of the project. Moreover, we want to communicate the value of con- that Mr. Bush promised leadership but has not delivered. Our first and foremost plan of action is to rid this campus of political apathy. We believe that a democracy cerned citizens not only in this community, but across President Clinton may . have had some personal problems but at least people were working and we did not go on a cannot thrive without an informed and active society. all racial, religious and cultural barriers. This month, The Vista will kick off an on-going nonThe Vista encourages all of UCO's student groups to worldwide blitzkrieg of any nation that was deemed part partisan voter registration drive on campus. join us this move toward greater campus engagement. of the "Axis of Evil." With all of the problems we are causAdditionally, we will petition to make UCO a voter Political parties, service organizations and multi-cultur- ing now, let us hope our children will forgive the price al groups play an invaluable role in the life of this cam- they will pay. precinct within itself. Many students are registered in other cities and states pus. We particularly encourage the involvement of Michael C. Stich hours away from Edmond, and most would riot have UCO's Greek system and demand that UCOSA take a the time on Election Day make the trip to their home stand to promote civic engagement. senior broadcast news major polling place. By allowing them to re-register on camIn a whirlwind trip to New York City two weeks ago, two Vista editors got an opportunity that even some veteran journalists don't get — a chance to visit the New York Times and learn the tricks of their world-renowned trade. Eighty-something editors and journalism advisors from colleges across the nation attended the event, sponsored by The American Democracy Project and The American Association of State Colleges and Universities. UCO's partnership with the ADP and AASCU is a serious and long-term one. Without their commitment, this opportunity would not have been possible. Being invited to the New York Times was one honor.
Letter to the editor
"Do you think Martha Stewart will go to jail?"
"No, because of her publicity but her carter will probally be hurt ." Amber Elliott Biology Senior
"No beacuse celeberties never go to jail. But if she did I bet her cell would look really great."
"I think so. Under that wanna-be exterior, she is just a scandulous woman looking to get her own." Billy Rogers Dance Freshman
"I don't think she should but she will."
"I don't really care. I don't think she should go to jail for that. That is part of being in the bussiness world."
Julie Bush Fashion Marketing Senior
Dustin Warner Biology Sophomore
"No but I think she deserves to."
"Yeah it might be good for the prision. She can put up curtains nd make cute uniforms."
"No I don't think Martha will go to jail. I thinkwith a celeberty status as big as her she won't go to jail."
Kena Harris Child Development Junior
Ketric Newell Interpersonal Comm Sophomore
Michell Adams Substance Abuse Studies Junior
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she did, but I don't know if she will." Brandon Rupp Undecided Freshman
Damiem Culbert Psychology Freshman
"I don't think she will go to jail based on her celeberty status."
Kelsey Longanacre Photographic Arts Senior
"I think she should for what
"No because she is rich. She can buy a good lawyer." Dare Atoyosoye Biomedical Engineering Senior
"Yeah, she did bad things."
Rachel Stilwell General Business Freshman
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March 2, 2004
Campus Events The President's Club will hold a meeting at 1 p.m. March 3 in NUC 201. All current and past presidents of UCO student organizations are invited to attend. For more information contact Kevin Pargeter at 6203500.
Photo by Gavin Elliott
Vinyl albums fill the shelves at Crazy J's Records in Edmond.
Revival, from page 1 literally living in the past. The guys sport "d.a." (duck's a**) haircuts, blue jeans and white T-shirts. Their ladies are complementary equipped with short bangs and poodle skirts. A great example of a rockabilly artist that achieved public notoriety would be Brian Setzer of the Stray Cats and later The Brian Setzer Orchestra. The rise in popularity of vinyl collecting among young people has caused many record label executives to pay attention. Not only are many new artists releasing their material on vinyl, there are now many out of print albums being re-released for the first time in 30 or 40 years.
Originally, records were pressed on 90120 gram clear vinyl; the blackness was actually added to strengthen the record. Modern records are usually pressed on recycled vinyl, which has decent sound quality. The most desirable of modern records, however, is virgin pressed 180 gram. That is, the vinyl has never been used for anything else and has a weight of 180 grams. This heavier weight makes for better playing and longer durability. Why do people collect records? What is so special about a vinyl album? People will toss out their cassette tapes and eight-tracks, they'll trade in their CDs, but that box of
records remains somehow sacred. The vinyl record isn't really worth anymore than those other forms of media. In fact, it usually costs less than a CD to purchase. The fact that you have to take care of your records, you can't just toss them around like CDs, imparts a sense of value to them. Perhaps this, coupled with its heritage that traces back to the dawn of recorded sound, is what makes vinyl golden. As Kretchmar said, "Nothing beats a good record — they're the coolest thing on earth!"
Chad Crow is a sophomore journalism major and contributing writer to The Vista.
Lives of Engagement: for other mothers and children in the community that met weekly. She talked to mothers with their children at the park and spurred their interest in the project. "In retrospect, it was selfish," she said. "I thought things needed to be changed." Waner said that being involved in the community can mean doing something for yourself that also betters the community. "I think you can do more things like this for your own goal." Such a contribution can be as simple as cleaning out the gutter, Photo by Gavin Elliott she said. Waner said that students can Eliza bet h Waner get involved by doing things as simple as calling professors or Editor's note: This is the first in a series of profiles The university staff members and Vista will present. Each week The Vista will profile a asking how to make a difference. member of our community who is working to better the "Society is better off if every- world around us. The Vista presents this series as part of body makes a contribution," she our commitment to the American Democracy Project and said. "The reality is that you the values it embodies. never know [the difference you can make]," she said. Some of the best student efforts on campus, she said, have resulted from students coming onto campus and wondering, "Why do they do that?" Then, she said, they want to change it. "Fresh eyes look at things V differently," she said.
Elizabeth Waner literally sees the forest for the trees. In addition to working here on campus as administrative assistant to the vice president of Student Services, Waner serves on the Edmond Planning Commission, 'which oversees zoning and landscaping for the city. She has also served as chairperson on the Edmond Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, working to better the city's park system. When she moved to Edmond in 1980, she noticed that there were "green areas" in some parts of the town and not in others. "I always felt green was more appealing to look at," she said. Since then, Waner has been a driving force in woodland conservation and site planning for Edmond "If everybody did something to improve their little area, it [this] would be a better place," she said. "I think a person has an obligation to not be a burden to society. There is an obligation to contribute something." Waner said her greatest achievement on these advisory boards was the establishment of a masters trail plan in Edmond. The plan allowed for the conservation of land around the distinct water systems in Edmond that created a haven for wildlife. "You just walk out the door, and you're on your way," she said. Her civil service began when she realized that she, as a stay-at-home mom, wanted to be involved in something. She started a playgroup
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ing the victory in the season finale for both teams. In the Bronchos home finale on Feb. 26, a poor shooting first The Central Oklahoma half spoiled UCO's bid for their women's basketball squad cornsecond straight LSC North vicpleted their regular season tory. schedule with losses to The game was tied at 12 Cameron and Southwestern with 12:19 remaining in the Oklahoma in their final LSC first half after a Kari Edge threeNorth games. pointer. On Feb. 28, SWOSU used a The Aggies (13-12, 6-4) late first half run to top UCO went on a 12-2 run over the fol77-63 in Weatherford. lowing seven minutes, earning a With the score knotted at 24-14 lead after two free throws 18, the Lady Bulldogs went on a from Brittani Peacock. CU's Chelsea Turner's layup gave the Aggies their biggest lead of the half at 32-17 with 1:23 left. UCO's Lindsey Smith scored on the Bronchos next possession cutting the deficit to 32-19 at the break. The Bronchos shot 7for-27 (25.9%) in the first 20 minutes, creating a 13-point hole heading into the second half of play. UCO came out of the locker room with passion, cutting the lead to 35-30 after a layup from Smith with 16:08 left in the game. The Aggies responded quickly regaining a double-digit lead after two CU treys and a jumper from Tiffany Williams made the score 43-30 with 13:13 remaining. Cameron cruised from there, maintaining a double-digit cushion until less than a minute left in regulation on their way to the 70-60 victory. Jackee' Brown was outstanding hitting 6for-11 from the threepoint line, accounting for a game-high 18 points. UCO finished the season with a 7-20 overPhoto Services all record, 1-11 in the Lindsey Wilson drives past a defender on Feb 26 against LSC North.
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13-4 run in the final eight minutes of the opening half to grab a 31-22 lead. UCO missed nine of their next 10 shots during the SWOSU run. The Lady Bulldogs lengthened their lead to open the second half, grabbing a 20-point cushion at 51-31 with 14:04 left in regulation. Attempting to rally, UCO went on a 13-5 run to cut the cushion to 56-44. But SWOSU proved to be too strong for the Bronchos tak-
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Jeremy Rogers makes a play at the plate against Central Arkansas on Feb: 25. The Bronchos swept the doubleheader, 8-7 and 6-4.
Bronchos sweep Central Arkansas, beat Arkansas Tech by Micah D. Gamino Sports Writer
The UCO baseball team ended a three-game losing streak with a doubleheader sweep of Central Arkansas on Feb. 25 before adding a third straight victory on Feb. 28 over Arkansas Tech at Broncho Field. The Bronchos, now 7-6 on the year, were scheduled to play a doubleheader Sunday Feb. 29 with the ATU Wonder Boys but the games were called off due to rain. Newcomer Josh Odell was the hero of the first game on Feb. 25 clubbing a two-run fifth inning single that put the Bronchos back on top for good en rout to an 87 win. The Bronchos had relin-
quished a 5-1 lead as the Bears scored six runs in the fourth inning. It became "a day for the new guy" as another newcomer, Chadd Fleming drilled a threerun line drive shot over the right field wall in the second inning of the nightcap for his third home run of the year. The homer scored Nolan Randolph and Jake Mays giving the Bronchos a 6-0 lead, which was enough for the 6-4 win. Kyle Nevels, now 2-1 on the year, took care of business for the Bronchos on the mound on Feb. 28 while Jake Mays led a 14-hit offensive attack helping solidify the 10-4 win. Nevels went eight innings in which he gave up six hits and
four runs, only three earned, while striking out eight. Layle DeVilbiss, who was granted a medical hardship a year ago, pitched the ninth to close out the win. The Bronchos trailed the Wonder Boys, who won the last meeting 3-0 in Arkansas two weeks ago, 4-3 through four innings but Trey Weaver's RBI single in the fifth tied it before the Bronchos took the lead 5-4 on a Odell run-scoring fielder's choice. Leading the offense was Mays who went 3-for-4 and several players got two hits apiece, including Nick Thigpen, Drew Bowers, Jeremy Rogers, Weaver and Odell.
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Tournament Time! by Brandon Chatmon Sports Editor Behind outstanding defensive efforts against Cameron and Southwestern Oklahoma, the Central Oklahoma men's basketball team swept two crucial LSC North games to secure third-place in the division and earn a spot in the LSC Postseason Tournament. In a vital ISC North battle on Feb. 28, UCO's stifling, pressure defense harassed SWOSU into 34% shooting producing a 64-53 win in Weatherford. In a tough defensive battle, the Bronchos held a 24-20 lead at the break after consecutive threepointers from Terry McVay and
Nick Graham. The Bronchos sustained the lead throughout the final 20 minutes, reaching double-digits with 10 minutes remaining after two Kentrell Gaddis free throws made it 43-33. UCO held off the Bulldogs for the duration of the contest grabbing their seventh LSC North victory, despite shooting 32.7% from the field. McVay led the Bronchos with 14 points. Jamaal Ramey added 12, Gaddis recorded a double-double with 11 points and 13 rebounds. Deshone Henderson was solid with 10 points and seven boards. In their home finale, rebound-
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Kevin Russell looks for a teammate against Cameron on Feb. 26.
ing and defense were the difference in a 92-74 Broncho victory over Cameron. The Bronchos dominated the paint snatching 23 more rebounds than the Aggies (55-32) and holding CU to 36.9% shooting for the game. CU's Jeremy Amos was the Aggies lone threat offensively, as he hit 9-for-16 from beyond the arc on his way to a game-high 28 points. UCO exploded out the blocks, seizing a 11-3 lead after a put-back from Reggie Paul four minutes into the contest. The Bronchos held a' comfortable cushion through most of the opening half. A Gaddis dunk with 3:53 left gave UCO its first double-digit lead at 40-30. UCO maintained a 44-36 lead heading into the locker room. The Bronchos continued their strong defense, as Amos was the lone Bulldog generating any offense for SWOSU. Graham's trey with 13:11 left in regulation gave UCO a 20-point cushion at 65-45. The Aggies got as close as 12 points, following another Amos trey with 8:01 to make it 71-59. , But the Bronchos answered, pushing their lead back to 19 after a McVay trey with 4:45 left. UCO held off Cameron for the final five minutes taking the 92-74 victory. Henderson was outstanding with recording 13 points and 13 rebounds in just 22 minutes. McVay added 13 points, while Paul and Ramey each had 11. Graham was the only other Broncho in double figures with 10 points. UCO was terrific from beyond the arc in the second half, hitting 8-of-15 shots (53.3%). The Bronchos finished the regular season with a 11-16 overall record, 7-5 in the LSC North. UCO rallied to go 9-6 after a 2-10 record to start the season. The Bronchos travel to Kingsville, Texas tonight where they will face LSC South secondplace Texas A&M-Kingsville at 7.
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Falon Barnes slides into base in the UCO's win over Hillsdale Baptist on Feb. 27. UCO swept a doubleheader from Hillsdale.to improve to 4-0 on the season.
Bronchos improve to 4-0 by Micah D. Gamino Sports Writer Continuing to dominate on the mound, UCO completed a doubleheader shutout sweep of Hillsdale Baptist on Feb. 27 at Broncho Softball Field. The Central softball squad, which is now 4-0, used two pitchers, Falon Barnes and Jamie Schiedt to pick up a 2-0 win in the first contest of the day, while Jordan Akin and Schiedt cornbined for a two-hitter in a 10-0 run-rule rout in the second game. This year's pitching staff has yet to give up a single run while the team has outscored its first two opponents 43-0. The Bronchos offensive attack consisted of 20 hits through the two games as 12 different players managed at least one hit with
Nikki Vandever leading the way, getting two hits in each contest. Courtney Cole's single in the first inning of the first game scored Kara Wentworth who had reached base on an error, stole second, and reached third on a ground out. Central picked up the 2-0 final score when Lindsey Tripp lead off the third with a triple before eventually scoring on Jodi
Craig's base hit. An eight-run third inning volley put the second game away for the Bronchos as Stacey Walden hit a two-run home run, while Tripp added a two-RBI single, and Lauren Moore an RBI double. UCO softball will resume with a 1 p.m. doubleheader Wednesday as the Bronchos host Northwestern Oklahoma.
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FREE TO GOOD HOME Female cat, 7 mo old, very lovable and friendly. Call Sharon at 286-2331 after 5 p.m. UCO CAREER SERVICES Sneak Peak of March These employers interviewing May grads: Target, MetLife, Country Insurance, the Buckle. Register in NUC 338. (405)974-3346. www.careers.ucok.edu
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ARTIFICIAL NAILS Full Set $15.00 Filled $10.00 Wraps, Tips, Acrylic, Fiberglas & Silk. Spa Pedicures $25.00 Student Discount (for UCO students only) Call Ann @ 842-7677(h) 720-2888 (Salon) 15 Years Experience WE BUY VEHICLES TOP $$$ Any Make, Any Model 844-AUTO (844-2886) ELECTRONIC ON-LINE FILING Go to www.1040.com/tvarghese Click on "File your taxes on-line now,, Fees from $9.95 & up Call 405-650-8910
111. 1.1' VVANTED **BARTENDER TRAINEES NEEDED** $250/day potential. Local positions. Call 1-800-293-3985, ext 224. CONSTRUCTION WORK Immediate openings PT/FT, no experience required. Hard work, good pay. Framing experience a PLUS. Edmond area, call 824-8954. PART TIME JOBS Senior Services of Oklahoma is looking for students to fill part time positions. Several gam-fpm shifts and 1:30-5:30pm 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 Josh Helms. BACK-TO-SCHOOL WORK Excellent starting pay, customer sales/service, possible scholarships & internships. All ages 18+. Conditions apply. 405-748-3659 www.workforstudents.com
EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY Window cleaning company is looking for someone to manage accounts. Will train. Must have resume, proof of enrollment. Must have own transportation (preferably a truck), documented GPA of 3.0 or above. Can make $10-$15/hr, based on percentage. Call Roger Sutton at 340-3914. PT CLERICAL help at storage facility. Saturdays 9-5 and one day a week_ Call 478-5000.
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ATTN: FASHION Mkt Majors: Parkway Men's Wear has a starting position available for a sales assistant. Learn sales and merchandising techniques from some of the best in the industry. Hrs are flexible to help meet student's schedule. Please call Kristy for interview. 341-3321. RIVER OAKS Golf Club needs men & women for positions in bag room & golf shop. Should be well-groomed & responsible. Apply in person 1&1/2 miles E of I-35 on Hefner. Ask for A.J., 771-5800. CAREGIVE/HTS needed to work with individuals with developmental disabilities in Edmond and NW OKC. PT hours available, must be able to attend training and pass OSBI. Contact 844-1209 for more info, HOME BUILDING CO needs PT employee for construction cleanup and job sweeping. Pay begins a $9/hr. Must be reliable and hard-working. Call Brad at 341-1114. NEW HORIZONS needs PT teachers for afternoons. Call 748-4424. NOW HIRING for highly, energetic and outgoing sales positions, FT/PT. Apply at 2150 W Memorial Rd, OKC. PART TIME pharmacy clerk needed. Inquire at Clinic Pharmacy, 120 N Bryant in Sycamore Square, 341-8490. HELP!!! NEED umpires for Adult slow pitch softball league. Paid CASH nightly, experience helpful, will train. Call 330-2629 after 2pm. NOW HIRING, best restaurant in Edmond! Great customer service, fun and fast-paced. Competitive wages, flexible schedule. Come by, ask for Jeff, 1021 E 2nd St, 340-3354. FOR THE BIRDS has PT sales position available. Flexible hours, must work every other Saturday, $6/hr. Apply in person at 211 N Broadway, Edmond.
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ONE BEDROOM APT Kitchen appliances furnished, gas and water paid. NO PETS! Located near UCO. 1217 N Roosevelt, $340/mo plus deposit, 341-9651. BRYANT GROVE APTS 20 S Bryant, Edmond 341-2161 Open Saturdays 10-4 www.bryantgrove.com FOR LEASE: New townhouse, 2 bed, 2 bath, kitchen appliances, w/d hookups, ceiling fans, lots of closet space. NO PETS! Excellent location, one block from UCO, 449 N . Blackwelder, $600/mo, $500/dep. TENANT RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL UTILITIES. One year lease, 3419651.
ONE BEDROOM available in very nice 3 bedrm. Fireplace, central heat & air, new stockade fence, furnished. Absolutely NO PETS. $275/mo, water paid. 844-6784. APT FOR RENT: Large, 2 bed, 1 bath, CHA, good condition. Kitchen appliances furnished. NO PETS! Located 2 blocks from UCO, 427 N Blackwelder, $450/mo plus deposit. Call 341-9651. CORNERS APTS, 1 bed $359+$150 dep. 2 Bed available April 1. 5 minutes • to UCO. Call 361-3906.
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