The Vista June 15, 2006 by The Vista

The Student Voice Since 1903 UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA

THURSDAY, JUNE 15, 2006

Endeavor Games bring athletes, soldiers together by Divona Phillips Staff Writer UCO hosted the 2006 Endeavor Games June 8-11, with events held on campus and at Edmond's Deer Creek High School. Like the Olympics opening ceremonies, the June 9 opening ceremonies recognized the athletes for their participation in the games. The athletes entered Hamilton Field house to patriotic music performed by the Tinker Air Force Base "Flying High Band." The athletes represented their home state or country with placards. John Register, the associate director of outreach and development for U.S. Paralympics and a 1996 and 2000 paralympian, served as the master of ceremonies and introduced the athletes. After all the participants entered the gym, Register introduced the men and women of the Wounded Warrior Project. The group was formed in 2004 to raise public awareness of the needs of the troops who were injured in the Middle East while serving in the military. The Tinker Air Force Base flagmen performed a presentation of arms as the band played the "Star Spangled Banner" which was followed by a prayer. Mark Herrin, the director of the Wellness Center of UCO and host of the Endeavor Games, gave a brief accolade to the soldiers, saying that, in life, people often "pay it forward," a phrase used to suggest that if someone is nice and treats another person well, then that other person in turn will treat someone else inkind and, in a sense, the world

by Vista photographer Alex Gambill

Kelsie Kellen, 11, from O'Fallon, Mo., competes in the Endeavor Games' 400 meter wheelchair race June 10 at Deer Creek High School. Kellen placed second.

will be a better place. "You paid it forward to us, when you took the oath of service and now it's our turn," Herrin said. Video highlights of last year's competition were shown and returning athletes were recognized. Register then introduced the keynote speaker for the evening,

four-time Paralympic medalist in wheelchair basketball, Mike Schlappi. Schlappi told the story of his paralysis, when one of his best friends shot him in the chest while playing with his father's gun. He said that while he was lying there shot he vowed that if he lived, he would be a better person and hoped that his moth-

er would show up to save him, which she did after his friend called her on the telephone. "In this very arena, on this basketball court, we have some great athletes," Schlappi said. "But I salute the parents, brothers and sisters, sitting behind you that care about you." Schlappi told about his life experiences and the lessons that

he has learned being confined to a wheelchair. "Your accidents, whatever happened to you didn't just happen to you. It happened to your family, friends and your entire community," he said to the athletes. , , The games had four age categories for youth and one for adults. Nicholas Benton, 13,

attends Summit Middle School in Edmond and competed in several events. Benton has spina bifida and is confined to a wheelchair. "I think it's really cool to have something else to do besides school events, which I can par..1.11: ikipate in some orthem-, 6ut not

see GAMES, page 4

Book to commemorate Broncho history by No Lupov Staff Writer The Oklahoma Centennial Commission approved a book about the history of UCO as an official state centennial publication. The commission was established to commemorate Oklahoma's statehood on Nov. 16, 1907. Dr Patti Loughlin, UCO assistant professor of history and geography, said the book, "Building Traditions, Educating Generations: A History of the University of Central Oklahoma," written by her, UCO professor and chair of the history and geography department Dr Kenny Brown and Oklahoma historian Bob

Burke is slated for publication in mid-2007. "It is significant that UCO is the first school for higher education in Oklahoma and deserves to be commemorated," said Amy Weaver, director of education and cultural affairs at the commission. "The original intent is to combine a coffee table book with good pictures and substantial information about UCO," Brown said. Loughlin said the book's student-driven research covers the university's institutional history from the early 1890s to the present, and will have images, oral interviews and 25-30 short stories. She said the book was divid-

ed into eight chapters that correspond with the name changes of the university. The book includes important events in UCO history such as the establishment in 1968 of the Afro-American Student Union and the effect of World War II on campus life. Loughlin said UCO students conducted oral history interviews with former UCO presidents, staff and students. "The plan is to deposit all interviews in the university library for future generations," she said. UCO research assistant Felicia Harrison said they were very excited about the project. She said getting to know the people she was interviewing

helped her relate to the history of UCO. She said she interviewed Conrad Galey, an American Indian student at UCO before integration took place in the early 1950's. She said Galey told her he had to stay at the fire station next to the university during the holidays, because he could not afford to go home. "The little known facts about UCO," is what students should know, said Julie Bennett-Jones, research assistant to the project. by Vista photographer Alex Gambill

Clockwise from left: UCO research assistants Julie Bennett-Jones, Felicia Harrison and Kim Penrod, director of the UCO oral history project, compile video for an upcoming book on the history of UCO.

No Lupov can be reached at ilupov@thevistaonline.com .

UCO student wins Miss Oklahoma

Federal agency ranks UCO for green power by Jessica Snell Staff. Writer UCO will be recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency in July on their national top ten list of Green Power Partner universities, ranked fourth in the nation based on total amount of green power usage. Green power is any environmentally friendly and renewable energy source, such as solar energy. UCO is projected to use 26 million kilowatt-hours of wind power over the next year, based on last year's elec-

tricity usage. Charles Johnson, director of the UCO news bureau said 100 percent of the electricity used on campus is from wind power. He said the university buys its electricity from Edmond Electric's wind power grid. Steve Kreidler, UCO executive vice president for administration, said that he received an e-mail from the EPA after they saw a press release about UCO switching to wind power. He said that UCO started out buying 10 percent of its electricity

UCO's Lauren Nelson is crowned Miss Oklahoma 2006 by

see GREEN, page 3

Miss UCO 2004 Jennifer Warren, Miss Oklahoma 2005, June 10 in Tulsa. Miss America Jennifer Berry looks on.

Game, set and match for Men's ilk, fl tennis? See Sports pg. 8

by Tiffany Batdorf Staff Writer

Al'

NSA, separation of powers, the telegraph and you.

See Editorial pg. 2

Two UCO students were recently honored in state scholarship pageants. UCO Music Theatre major. Lauren Nelson was crowned Miss Oklahoma on Saturday June 10 at Oral Roberts University in Tulsa. Miss Black UCO 2006, Keondra Butler, marketing major, received second runnerup in the Miss Black Oklahoma USA Pageant 2006 on June 4 at the University of Oklahoma.

Nelson, 19, is the youngest contestant ever crowned Miss Oklahoma. She won the title of Miss Teen Oklahoma 2004 and was one of three representatives from the state of Oklahoma who performed in the Miss America Pageant in 2004. Nelson's platform for the 2006 year will be, "Be Net smart, protecting kids online." "Seeing these children and the access they have to the Internet and seeing how it can impact their lives, made me think this

see CROWN, page 4

2006 Endeavor Games photos. See pg. 5

OPINION

June 15, 2006

THEVISTA Editorial

Photography

Brett Deering, Editor in Chief Heather Warlick, Managing Editor

Alex Gambill, Photographer

Advertising

News Nathan Winfrey, Senior Staff Writer Tiffany Batdorf Staff Writer ivaylo Lupov, Staff Writer Divona Phillips, Staff Writer Jessica Snell, Staff Writer

Elizabeth Erwin, Ad Director Tyler Evans, Ad Designer

Cartoonallustrations Cary Stringfield

Secretary

Sports Teddy Burch, Sports Editor Matt Caban, Sports Writer Harry Gatewood III, Sports Writer

Nancy Brown

Adviser Mark Zinimerman

The Vista is published as a newspaper and public forum by UCO students, semi-weekly during the academic year except exam and holiday periods, and on Thursdays only during summer, at the University of Central Oklahoma, 100 N. University Dr., Edmond, OK 73034. Telephone: (405) 9745549. The issue price is free for the first copy and $1 for each additional copy obtained.

EDITORIALS Opinion columns, editorial cartoons, reviews and commentaries represent the views of the writer or artist and not necessarily the views of The Vista Editorial Board, the Department of Mass Communication, UCO or the Board of Regents of Oklahoma Colleges. The Vista is not an official medium of expression for the Regents or UCO.

LETTERS The Vista encourages letters to the editor. Letters should address issues and ideas, not personalities. Letters must be typed, double-spaced, with a maximum of 150 words, and must include the author's printed name, title, major, classification and phone number. Letters are subject to editing for libel, clarity and space, or to eliminate statements of questionable taste. The Vista reserves the right not to publish submitted letters and does not publish anonymous letters. Address letters to: Editor, The Vista, 100 N. University Dr., Edmond, OK 73034-5209, or deliver in person to the editor in the Communications Building, Room 107. Letters can be e-mailed to editorial@ thevistaonline.com .

Cartoon by Cary String-field

STAFF EDITORIAL

Can you hear me now? In Detroit, on Monday, oral arguments in the first major test of the legality of the National Security Agency's warrentless wiretapping program were heard in federal court. Justice Department lawyer Anthony Coppolino stated the government's position that the program was vital to national security and permitted by the Constitution and the suit brought by the American Civil Liberties Union should be dropped. The crux of his argument to drop the case had an all-too familiar ring to it. Quoted in a June 13 San Francisco Chronicle article by Adam Liptak, Coppolino said, "The evidence we need to demonstrate to you that it (the NSA program) is lawful cannot be disclosed without that process itself causing grave harm to United States national security." Is the part of the Constitution Coppolino is referring to the super-secret Article 8 or doubleextra-secret Amendment 27.5?

Since anyone who has heard of J. Edgar Hoover knows, the government can listen to your phone calls. People have been slapping alligator-clips on wires since the telegraph came into existence in 1844. In broad strokes, the 1934 Federal Communications Act, the 1968 'federal wiretap law', the 1978 Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act or FISA, the 1994 'communications assistance law' (money to help law enforcement to catch up to technology), the Patriot Act and sundry other amendments allowed for government wiretapping, but with one provision: a court order would be required. Judicial oversight. Someone has to get permission. Someone else knows what's going on. Title III, section D of the 1968 law states wiretapping can only occur "when authorized by a court of competent jurisdiction," and that supervision of a given program remains with that court, not to mention provi-

sions requiring a detailed yearly report of wiretapping activity. FISA was designed to specifically address the government's ability to intercept communication of foreign agents, countries, etc. The passage of the Patriot Act allowed the interception of communications from within the U.S., but was also expanded to U.S. citizens. The most infamous aspect of these expanded powers resulted in library personnel getting to meet G-men. It didn't go over well. FISA has its own secret court. Getting a court order was easy; the secret court has a stellar record of granting wiretaps. There are provisions in the act where law enforcement can wiretap first and report later. Even as the act was expanded to encompass the lives of ordinary citizens, there was still oversight. Not much, but some. But even a 'yes-man' knows what he said 'yes' to. FISA coupled with the Patriot Act gave the Executive branch

near war-time power. The use power than another, a balance. of the word 'war' in this context We left England because one means a Congress-declared war, man had too much power, no gas rationing, steel pennies, the oversight and no transparency. works. We were seeking jusWe need to fight terrorism. tice for September 11, 2001, As the administration likes to and now we're trying to install remind us, we also need to fight democracy in a country where tyranny. we installed a dictator. Agreed. In Webster's College OK. Coppolino's argument Dictionary the first entry under says the evidence to prove legal- `tyranny': "1. arbitrary or unreity endangers national security. strained exercise of power; desDoes he mean the wiretapping potic abuse of authority." laws passed by the legendary As the many critics of the `shadow-government?' Or is the administration have said, if "process itself' of determining there's a problem with existing legality the problem? law, introduce a bill. Utilize the Is the "process" Coppolino processes of our form of govrefers to one where you circle ernment. words from various laws and The oaths of office our elected connect them together until and appointed officials take say you like what they say, calling "that I will support and defend them 'legal' because all of those the Constitution of the United words come from established States against all enemies, forlaw? eign and domestic." Our country was founded on Not arbitrary or unrestrained. the premise of checks and bal- Is that clear? ances, three branches of government. The idea was no one The Vista editorial staff can be reached branch is supposed to have more at editorial@thevistaonline.com .

If you are a member of a campus organization, if you're a faculty member or if you simply have something to say to the UCO community, The Vista wants to hear from you. If you have an idea for a "My Turn" piece for the editorial page, e-mail it to editorial@thevistaonline.com with your e-mail address and telephone number. You may also email a ready-to-publish "My Turn" submission. Submissions should be between 300-500 words.

CAMPUS QUOTES: Compiled and photographed by Heather Warlick and Alex Gambill

"Do you think the executive branch of the US government has too much power?" "When it comes to Iraq, I would definately say so."

"George Bush is not doing anything that the people are not allowing him to do."

"They should have a certain amount of power but sometimes they monopolize too much."

"I don't think so. He still has to answer to the people. If there is too much outcry, he has gone too far."

Roumaine Hall

Molly Minh

Ramesh Subedi

Undecided Freshman

Trine Brown

History Graduate Student

Accounting Senior

June 15, 2006

Nursing department receives $250,000 by Tiffany Batdorf Staff Writer The UCO department of nursing was recently awarded a $250,000 grant from the Sarkeys Foundation. "The proposal was for the foundation to provide us with an endowed chair for program and curriculum development and assessment, which is a faculty position to do curriculum development," said Dr. M. Linda Steele, associate professor and nursing chair "this person would be an expert in nursing curriculum. They would help assess our program." "Oklahoma and the nation face a serious nursing shortage," said UCO president W. Roger Webb in a recent news release, "We are so pleased that the Sarkeys Foundation recognizes the importance of the contribution our nursing graduates are making to help meet the tremendous need for highly skilled and qualified nurses in the workforce." "The trustees were pleased with UCO's many positive

NEWS Pitch out

changes and additions over the recent years," said Cheri Cartwright, executive director and assistant secretary-treasurer to the Sarkeys Foundation. Steele said the grant would allow UCO to apply for $250,000 in matching funds through the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education. It will also allow for a review of the nursing departments' curriculum so that more students may be admitted annually. According to Ann Way, Sarkeys' senior program officer, the foundation provides grants to a diverse group of non-profit organizations and institutions, such as education, health care, medical research, cultural and humanitarian programs. "With the help of this generous grant, we will continue to strive toward our goal of providing the best educated and the best prepared graduates of nursing possible for health care in our region." Tiffany Batdorf can be reached at tbatdorf@thevistaonline.com .

Bands wanted for on-stage battle by Jessica Snell Staff Writer

system will be provided at the audition. "All they have to do is come and play for us," Neahring said. Wilson said bands will be judged by students and faculty on stage performance, talent and crowd appeal. She said prizes have not been decided yet. Audition sign up sheets are in the campus life office, room 424 in the Nigh University Center, and may also be found online at www.ucok.edu/campus_life . All audition sign up sheets are due June 26.

UCO's Battle of the Bands auditions will be held June 29 in Constitution Hall. "All bands in every genre are welcome. We want a good mix," said Cassie Neahring, entertainment chair of the UCO student programming board. She , said thOe is no age limit and band members do not necessarily need to be students at UCO. Neahring said each band must play two songs and one song must be an original. Brooke Wilson, UCO campus Jessica Snell can be reached at life spirit coordinator said micro- jsnell©thevistaonline.com . phones and a public address

by Vista photographer Alex Gambill

Larry Salyer pitches in the 2006 Endeavor Games softball game June 10 at the Hamilton Field House parking lot.

CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS sale Wellness Center Health Clinic's summer hours are Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 8 a.m.-12 p.m. on Fridays. Walks in are accepted but appointments are preferred. Call 974-2319 to sign up.

START OR ADVANCE YOUR CAREER TODAY FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

HEROES

WANTED

KRAMER SCHOOL OF NURSING

.OKCU.EDU • 208-5900

H OKLAHOMA CITY UNIVERSITY

Put Yourself to the Test...

GREEN

in wind power, then 20 percent. "Then all of a sudden, it became one cent per kilowatt hour cheaper for wind power," Kreidler said. "That adds up to about $250,000 dollars if the price stays the same." Anthony Amato, a spokesman for the EPA said the Green Power Challenge gives smaller colleges and universities a chance to be recognized nationally in competition against larger schools. The competing schools are Jessica Snell can be reached at jsnell@thevistaonline.com . listed on the EPA's

THE GUARDIAN GROUP *4-PLEX, $385/mo

ITY

•F

• Ir. •r •

974-2388 - 302

*2&3 Bdrm Duplexes & Homes Some near UCO All in Edmond

Not valid with any other offer. Expires August 1st, 2006

9th & Broadway 348-1555.

Our new store is open

Make it your fashion destination styles Sizes XS to )0(L ; qatoits8 if; most

200 W 15th St. Edmond, OK 73013 p. 405.348.1000 fx. 405:359.7313 www.windrush-apts.com windrush_allstote@crossfiremail.com

Water paid, Outside Storage

Buy 2 meats and take $2 on your total bill or buy 1 meal and take $1 o11.

TESTING SERVICES

Bring this ad in for 1/2 off your application fee and $200 off your 1st months rent. 1,2, and 3 bedrooms available now.

Web site at www.epa.gov by their athletic conferences. In July, UCO will be represented in the Lonestar Conference. Though ranked fourth nationally behind the University of Pennsylvania, Northwestern University and Western Washington University, UCO beat institutions like Duke and Harvard. "These things make us real leaders in the country," Kreidler said. "This is top of the world stuff"

from page 1

Do you have the sltilla sad

knowledge to challenge one of our exams? We have approximately 45 nationally standardized exam and 158 tetras developed here at UCO that you can take to earn college credit to benefit your degree.

■ ?!),;,,

341-1163 or 650-3220

GET ;0%

Orr

OM MUM PRICED ITEM BRYANT SQUARE • EDMOND 405.341.2851 HOURS: 10AM - 9PM MON - SAT; 12 - 6PM SUN

Valid in store June 16 - 29 Not valki on the Savor brand, clearance merchandise, prevtoua purchnea, ewong faYbwarthspectel orders, or on the purchase of gift card.. One time use. Not valid with other often% except when tried with one of the following: credit card sign-up offers. Take Tan card. or Grand Opening coupon. (Item %/Promo Code 39)

manu,ippes i

77",..6111C%

Tafaaira.

June 15th, 2006

The Omen: Old school horror outdone by original by Nathan Winfrey Senior Staff Writer Thirty years after director Richard Donner made any kid named "Damien" the object of cruel jokes and insinuations, original scribe David Seltzer returns to his horror mastqrwork, "The Omen" for a microwave reheat of his ominous story about a little kid desperately in need of a time out, or maybe a stake through the heart and some holy water. Almost a decade after "Rosemary's Baby" first pioneered the Antichrist-as-a-kid subgenre in 1968, the first "Omen" iteration shocked audiences in 1976 with its satanic subject matter, unflinching gore and the casting of respected actors (Gregory Peck and Lee Remick as the not-so-doting adoptive parents) in territory usually trafficked by the likes of Christopher Lee and Bela Lugosi (not to say Lee hasn't earned his stripes since then). Now, with the recent trend of Hollywood grave robbing, that is, digging up old movies and remaking them with the MTV generation in mind, "The Omen" has been given an overhaul, and somehow they managed to not mess it up too badly. The plot, along with most of the movie, is the same as it was

three decades ago: is reason enough U.S. ambassador to to shell out seven EnglandRobertThorn bucks. Her casting (Live Schreiber, the didn't come off as gimmicky at all, "Scream" movies) is and people who duped into switching won't be able to his dead infant son with a devilish orphan appreciate the irony without telling his probably won't wife Katherine (Julia realize her signifiStiles, "10 Things I cance anyway. Hate About You"). Surprisingly, Babbling priest the weakest link is Father Brennan (Pete Damien himself, Postlethwaite, "The played by Seamus Constant Gardener") Davey-Fitzpatrick. shows up to foretell He appeared perdoom and snooping fect for the part, photojournalist Keith sitting on a swing Jennings, played in the teaser trailer by an appropriately that bombarded the disheveled David Internet and movie Thewlis ("Kingdom theaters a couple of Heaven") furthers months ago, but the creepiness when his pouting, toohe discovers somecute face made for thing strange in picmore unintentional tures of dead people. AP humor than boneThewlis' fellow Seamus Davey-Fitzpatrick as Damien in the 20th Century Fox remake of "The Omen." chilling horror. "Harry Potter" vetAll of the best eran Michael Gambon shows in the decent 2004 remake of the role of the Antichrist's sur- scenes from the original are up for one scene as the ridicu- "The Manchurian Candidate." rogate mother in a movie like intact, and some are so close lously-named religious expert However, the moment I heard this. Her shortcomings are most to its predecessor that it looks Bugenhagen and Mia Farrow, Stiles was involved with the visible when she shares dra- like director John Moore shot "Rosemary" herself, rounds out project I had my doubts, and matic scenes with Schreiber, parts of the remake from the old the cast as Mrs. Baylock, a sort sadly I think I those doubts were who is a cut above most of his script, which is entirely possible correct. of demonic Mary Poppins. contemporaries and I think one considering Seltzer wrote both. Schreiber fills Peck's shoes Stiles plays sour teenagers of the most underrated stars in Some key scenes have been well. The Yale-educated actor better than anyone in the busi- Hollywood. re-imagined, and there are some already won me over with his ness, but I don't think she is a The gem of the cast is Farrow, creepy new parts, such as a meetpotliayal of the oedipal assassin strong enough actress to carry whose saccharine-sweet devilry ing with a Mason Verger-esque

Water down the dog days of summer Oklahoma's rising temperatures define summer for weary residents, but water may be what you're missing to help beat the heat. An American Dietetic Association survey reveals that the average person drinks only three of the recommended eight cups daily, while soda consumption has tripled over the past two decades. Most beverages, and all fruits and vegetables, are composed of a high percentage of water, but there's no substitute for water itself. The ADA reports that caffeinated drinks and alcohol have diuretic effects that prevent proper hydration. Responsible for transporting nutrients to cells and channeling away waste products, water also maintains body temperature by fueling its main cooling system in the form of sweat, said UCO health-educator and registered nurse Misha Mowdy. "When your body is hydrated, your cells can function adequately," she said. Your chances of suffering from clinical dehydration greatly decrease if you sip on fluids

throughout the day. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that water consumption reduces the risk of bladder and colon cancer. "When you have adequate water intake, it helps increase the transit time to better regu-

Callie A. Collins gar late bowel and bladder habits," Mowdy said. False claims by advertisers, however, do abound. The Food and Drug Administration's Consumer Division affirms that no amount of water will flush fat or toxins from your system, nor can it smooth wrinkles from skin. Premium bottled water has gained recent popularity, but the FDA concludes that differences among brands are minimal.

University Village Apartments Small 1 bedroom $350 Large 1 bedroom $375 2 bedroom $450 gas and water paid 330-3711 a

The Environmental Protection Agency tests both imported and domestic water, but it reports that products from local sources are as equally beneficial as those from exotic locations. Vague terms like "spring," and "mineral" can complicate

the buying decision. Freshwater pools are the origin of spring water, but all commercially sold water is processed similarly. The EPA states that mineral water is collected from reservoirs that lie between layers of rock, and therefore contains slightly more calcium and magnesium content than regular water. Filtering tap water does not leach out fluoride and is

basically the same as its more expensive counterparts. Enriched specialty waters are better replaced by consuming foods that contain the same compounds, and most excess vitamin B complexes, vitamin C, folate, and biotin are excreted in urine anyway. The FDA warns against paying extra for additives like herbs, which can also interact with prescription medications. When grabbing bottled water on the go, check that it's sodium and aspartame-free. A no-frills variety that fits your budget is the best choice. Wash empty bottles thoroughly before reusing, and add a splash of fruit juice or a lemon slice for variety. "Eight 8-ounce glasses are essential to your lifestyle and dietary needs," reminds Mowdy. For more information about the benefits of water consumption, contact Mowdy at UCO's Student Health Center at 9742317. Callie Collins can be reached at ccollins@thevistaonlinacom.

Harkins Theatres ULTIMATE MOVIEGOING

Now casting for PlayCenter Staff!

MeALISTERS

burn victim and some tackedon dream sequences filled with cheap scares that only work the first time, but they load the film with good snippets for the previews. Much of what happens in the dreams is already in the commercials, so it kind of ruins the shock. While purists will never be pleased with this remake, and if anyone was unfortunate enough to catch "When a Stranger Calls," "The Fog" or nearly every other remake spewing from the West Coast like an oil well that's struck an underground septic tank, they'll have to admit that this one isn't that bad. In fact, if this were an original work, it would stand as one of the better horror movies of the new millennium. Even with all it did right, "The Omen" remake is still outdone by the original. I only hope the movie-going public is smart enough to figure out that this is a remake, and that this will renew interest in the Donner version. Maybe in the future, movie studios will simply re-release older movies instead of tarnishing their memory with insufficient redoes, or better yet, come up with some new material for once. C+

Nathan Winfrey can be reached at nwinfrey@thevistaonline.com.

GAMES

CROWN

from page 1

all," Benton said. "Here you can participate in whichever ones you want to." Register said he's proud of the event because it goes along with his job to educate and introduce children and adults with disabilities to the world of sports. "I, as a paralympian, didn't even know this world existed until I had an amputation," Register said. Register said that he and Schlappi want to tell kids and adults alike that being disabled is not the end of the world and they can excel athletically. "There's a great need of children with disabilities to know that they can have a mentor-to-mentor relationship with paralympic athletes and service members that are here tonight and see that life does go on," Register said. "You can get yourself integrated into the system, play sports and feel good about yourself and empower yourself."

is an issue I wanted to be a part of," Nelson said. Butler competed against nine other contestants. In addition to a $500 scholarship, Butler also won a photo spread for winning Miss Photogenic. "The photo spread gives me the opportunity to take pictures for free," said Butler. Butler was the first UCO representative to be sponsored for Miss Black Oklahoma USA. In a separate pageant, Miss Black UCO 2006 runner-up, Teara Flagg, will represent UCO in the Miss Black Oklahoma Pageant sponsored by civil rights activist Clara Luper. Eight other UCO students competed in the Miss Oklahoma Pageant 2006 along with Nelson. Jennifer Warren Miss UCO 2004, and Miss Oklahoma 2005, Jill Sallee Miss UCO 2006, Savanah White, Tiffany Tolbert, Michelle McCoy, Gentry Johnson, Lindsey Camp, and Keelee Bright.

Divona Phillips can be reached at dphillips@thevistaonline.com .

Tiffany Batdorf can be reached at tbatdorf@thevistaonline.com .

MORE GOOD NEWS. NEW LOW RATES. Car insurance made simple. Immediate coverage by phone. Low down-payment. Convenient payment plans. Round-the-clock claim service.

DELI

E 2nd St. Edmond, Ok 73034 10:21

Open:

io:3oam to io:oopm Sun-Thurs io:3oam to io:3opm Fri-Sat

raittd-un:che'ci yaw sam to fuut foot ,: to s-a,t4 Oa" particular palate,

Must be 18, 6-months previous childcare experience and excellent guest service skills. Excellent benefits including FREE MOVIES!

2839 S. Douglas Blvd., Ste. 105 Midwest City, Ok 73130 732-4243

Submit resume to showbizjobs©harkins.com or fax 480-443-0950.

111

Government Emplace% insurance Co. • 6E1(0 General Insurance Co. • GFIC.0 Indemnity Co, • GEICO Casualty Co Colonial County Wool Ins. Co. • GEICO, Washington, DC 20076. Le.' 2005 GEICO

2006 Endeavor Games

June 15th 2006

Regas Woods bench-presses 135 pounds in the 48 kilogram weight-class in the 2006 Endeavor Games' power-press challenge June 8 in the Wellness Center. Woods won first place with a press of 185 pounds.

AAL

Wade Capun, 12, draws his bow with his teeth during the indoor archery competition June 9 at Hamilton Field House.

Brock Battles tries to block a shot by Kenny Lanz during the wheelchair basketball tournament. Battles and Lanz play for the Oklahoma State University wheelchair team.

Dustin Tuller, right, plays Adam Saodana in the table tennis event June 9 in the Wellness Center. This is Tuller's second year to compete in the games.

Photographs by Alex Gambill

June 15th, 2006

DEADLINES & PRICIIII 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 974-5918 for additional info.

SPECIAL NOTICES ENGLISH LANGUAGE CTR ESL for Interne] 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

CLASSIFIEDS NO LOAFING AROUND

PEARL'S LAKESIDE

Big sky Bread Company is looking for an energetic and enthusiastic person to help customers and slice bread. Please apply at 6606 N. Western Ave.

CONSTRUCTION WORK Immediate openings PT/FT, no experience required. Hard work, good pay. Framing experience a PLUS. Edmond area, call 824:8954.

TELEPHONE MARKETING REP needed for downtown Edmond insurance office. Mon-Thurs 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. $8 per hour plus bonus. Excellent telephone skills required. Call Michelle at 340-4998.

has positions for FT and PT servers. Apply at 9201 E Lake Hefner, 748-6113.

KFC/LJS and KFC/A&W are now hiring for full and part time positions. Free meal with each shift, fun environment, benefits available, career and advancement opportunities in YUM BRANDS, a Fortune 300 Co, the largest fast food company in the world. Please apply at KFC/A&W, 3201 S Broadway, Edmond or KFC/LJS, 2107 W Danforth, Edmond.

POSITION OPEN for FT supervisors.

BABYSITTER for three young chil-

We offer flexible scheduling, immediate advancement opportunities, retention bonus and a fun, secure work environment. Call Visionquest Marketing at 749-0332.

dren. Need own transportation. Not just a summer job. Call 405-810-1510

PART TIME HELP NEEDED . Broadway Tag Agency. 3900 S. Broadway

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

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

BRYANT GROVE APTS 1, 2&3 Bedrooms 20 S Bryant, Edmond 341-2161 www.bryantgrove.com

MAY ALSO CALL 405-844-8084.

MAY ALSO CALL 405 844 8084. -

ONE BEDROOM APT

gle; $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.

RENTERS

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 8984. -

Get $10,000 coverage for $17-$22 per month! Great auto rates for good students too. Call Michelle at 340-4998 for free quote.

PART TIME help needed at local daycare 2:30-6:OOpm. Must love kids. Please call 330-3077.

Gas and water paid. NO PETS! Located near UCO. 1217 N Roosevelt, $340/mo plus deposit, 341-9651.

FOR LEASE:

TOWNHOUSE, 2 bed, 2 bath, washer/dryer hookups, ceiling fans, lots of closet space. NO PETS! New building. 1 blk from UCO. 1121 E. Campbell. $630/mo, $500 dep. TENANT RESPONSIBLE FOR UTILITIES. lyr lease. 341-9651.

DUPLEX FOR RENT. 2 BED, 2 EYE EXAM, FRAME

PT SUMMER Jobs-Seniort-StActig of

& LENSES: 10% Off

Oklahoma is looking for students to fill PT positions. Shifts available Mon-Fri 9am- 1 pm and 1:30-5:30pm. We will pay $10/hr for energetic phone work educating senior citizens on health care issues. No experience is necessary, we will train. We are located at 1417 NW 150th St in Edmond. Call 879-1888 to set up an interview. Ask for Courtney Smith.

CONTACT LENS SPECIAL Exam, Fitting & 12 pr contacts: $210

CAMPUS OPTICAL 13 N University Dr Edmond, 341-3567

PART TIME HELP We are looking

SHOGUN Steak House is taking ap-

for sales associates for our retail store. If you are interested, please mention your work availability and desired salary per hour in your resume and send it to shellcreations2002@yahoo.com or fax your resume to 405-470-1744.

plications for servers, bussers, dishwashers and hosts. Apply at 11900 N May Ave (S end of North Park Mall) after 5:30pm Sun thru Sat.

Sudoku

by Vista photographer Alex Gambill

Steve Kreidler, executive vice president of administration, announces alumni association membership gains.

KENNEDY PLACE APTS 1,2&3 Bedrooms Across from UCO 341-7911 or visit our website www.kennedyplace.com

ATTENTION:

DENTAL PLAN $11.95 per month sin-

Broncho alumni hits all time high

BATH, WASHER/DRYER HOOKUPS, CEILING FANS, LARGE GARAGE W/ OPENER. LOTS OF CLOSET SPACE. NO PETS! Excellent condition and location. Quiet neighborhood. Located 2 blocks from UCO. 1121 E. Campell. $680/mo, $500 deposit. Tenant responsible for utilities. 1 year lease. 341-9651

HOUSE FOR RENT. 2 BED 1-1/2 BATH, GOOD CONDITION. NO PETS! LOCATED 2 BLOCKS FROM UCO. 1107 E. CAMPELL $550/mo, $300 DEPOSIT. Tenant responsible for utilites. 1 year lease. 341-9651.

by Nathan Winfrey Senior Staff Writer

The UCO alumni association has reached 5,000 members, doubling in size in the last two years. Executive Vice President Steve Kreidler announced the milestone in UCO history June 14 at the UCO Alumni House. "When Stacy McNeiland took over two years ago, we were at about 2,500," Kreidler said. "Now we have crossed over the 5,000 mark. That's big growth in two years." "We've had a significant contribution from the alumni association and the university in terms of support," McNeiland, executive director of alumni relations said. "Everyone pretty much said this is the time for the alumni office to shine." She said the growth can be attributed to the larger alumni office staff, which has grown from three to five since 2004, as well as other improvements "We redid our publications and got a crisp new look to the association so things were shiny and new," McNeiland said. She started the collegiate organization Central S.T.A.F., which offers similar services as the alumni association, but is for people who are still students. Its purpose is to support the university and inspire student loyalty, as well as cultivate relationships between students and alumni. Central S.T.A.F. members receive discounts at various Edmond restaurants including Fazoli's and IHOP, as well as discounted car rentals, newspaper subscriptions, hotel fees and

So must every column, as must every 3x3 square. Each Sudoku has a unique solution that can be reached logically, without guessing.

•

3 9 1 8 9 4 5 7 6 8 4 2 7 9 8 1 2 5 3 2 3 4 6 3 2 7 7 1 I8 Puzzle by websudoku.com

Last week's solution

Milli ,

.4 02

1 I

■

Across

■

Down

1. Public square with room for 38 Large amounts. pedestrians. 40 Mountain lake formed by 2. Dye derived from coal tar, glaciers. 3. Acronym for Time Weighted 44. Player's final golf score Average. minus the handicap. 4. Give off. 47. 1965 film starring Ursula 5. Section of oar between the Andress. blade and handle. 49 Artificial flow of water. 6. Male offspring 51. Egyptian snake. 7. Gaelic 53. Foolish doctrine. 8. Snare. 55. Unwanted sound. 9. Decline. 57. Diagonal rib of a gothic 10. State requiring relief. vault. 11. Lessen discomfort, 58. Furnished with oars. 12 Refuse to acknowledge. 59. Arrangement scheme. 15 Cut down 60. Add details to. 20. Affirmative. 61. German art song for solo 22. Speedometer reading for the voice and piano. momentary rate of travel. 62. Indian word for "union." 25 Humorously sarcastic 64. Portico 27 Move from side to side. 65. Slang for a "pound sterling " 29 Strive for superiority. 66. Fragments. 30 Seemed to be 69. Scarlet resinous secretion of 31. Get rid of the insect lacucifer lacca. 33 Piece of and sticking out 71. Acronym for Open Business Into a body of water Network. 34 Listen and pay attention. 72. Stroke that doesn't count 35 American. and must be replayed. 36. Oman money 37. Very light brown.

F 'U 'S 1..ANE 'A I D A 0

R E 'MAR ND L G A

;

I T 'A

V I RTU

'M A I< 'E bV AL 13A YS 0 A

D I b EX T

H I G

"ARECA "AN I L'E 1 S bAM T

AR I C

"s 1 E M L

'ECG SK

I 'S 1L E 0

Zi]

L- 1

[ -t 1cc I H i<1

I I

wi z

IREAVE "E A D

CI —

0 1'

WACHt

'TRUE'S

gap

1. Caress gently. 4. Something besides. 8. State bird of Hawaii. 12. Not quickly. 13. Muslim person of mixed Berber and Arab descent. 14. African religious belief involving witchcraft 16. Agency responsible for spaceflight. 17. Stripped atoms with a net positive charge. 18. Excessively tat. 19. Israeli sub-machine gun. 20. Money dispensing machine. 21. Acronym for European Monetary System. 23. Small drops of water forming on the ground at night 24. Early form of tennis. 26. Long church bench. 28. Increase number of rotations per minute. 30. Dusty residue from burning. 32. In dull, steady pain 36. Sense of trust. 39. Have a craving to do something. 41. Greek goddess of the earth. 42. Acronym for Interim Court Order 43. Swallowed. 45. Greek god of shepherds and flocks. 46. Studies Intended to provide general knowledge and intellectual skills. 48. Old English for a law. 49. Toss with quick motion 50. Wines with a high amount of residual sugar. 51. Signal that another piece of information is about to begin. 52. Contest with an undecided winner, 54. Existing thing. 56. Vessel of liquor. 60. Use diligently. 63. Wife of Saturn. 65. City In Iran. 67. Bernard _, composer. 68. Garlic mayonnaise. 70. Journey In a circuit. 72. Monetary unit of Malta. 73. Crater on Mercury. 74. Funeral notice. 75. Without an irregularity. 76. Small cyprinid fish.

>-1

Puzzle by websudoku.com

01 0

6 4

[ 0 1-2-1 <

3 5 8 9 2 1

_<z

2 1 7 8 4 6 3 9 5

0 12

4 6 9 3 5 7 2 8 1

701-1

5 8 3 4 7 2 6 1 9

7 9 6 1 3 8 4 5 2

010

1 2 4 5 6 9 8 7 3

141 113

8 3 2 6 9 5 1 4 7

1 5

6 7 5 2 1 4 9 3 8

■

9 4 1 7 8 3 5 2 6

Nathan Winfrey can be reached at nwinfrey@thevistaonline.com .

Crossword

The rules of Sudoku are simple. Enter digits from 1 to 9 in the blank spaces. Every row must contain one of each digit.

admission to Six Flags Over Texas, Frontier City and White Water Bay. "If we want people to get plugged into the association when they graduate, why not get them excited about it now?" McNeiland said. She said she wants students to know what the alumni office does the moment they arrive on campus. "We are here to reconnect people with their alma mater," McNeiland said. "The association has lots of services and benefits." She said an affinity partner provides low interest rates for graduates who wish to consolidate their consolidate student loans, and an insurance program called GrabMed provides affordable coverage for people who are no longer on their parents' insurance. "The main reason why people should be a member of the alumni association is because it supports UCO," McNeiland said. "We are really here to give back to the ultimate, which is UCO." Kreidler also announced that UCO graduating its 100,000th senior in 2007, Oklahoma's centennial. On average, UCO graduates 800 seniors each December, and more than 1500 seniors each spring. UCO has 70,000 living alumni, McNeiland said. She said she plans to continue growing the association. "We want to reach 10,000 by 2010," McNeiland said. "We really think we can do it."

SPORTS June 15, 2006

Hardaker becoming comfortable as a Broncho by Harry Gatewood III Sports Writer Guy Hardaker, first year coach of the UCO Women's Basketball team sat down with The Vista to get the inside scoop on what he's all about and what he looks to do as a coach in the upcoming season. How do you fit into the UCO Athletic Department? Well, right now I'm just focusing on working hard; getting letters out making contacts, networking and getting things done and looking for recruits. What is your favorite thing about UCO? I love being at UCO we had a great team back in when I played Baseball and I loved playing for the late Bobby Hunt. What changes do you look to improve our team? We have to set our goals high. Practice is key. If you want to play at a high intensity level you have to practice at a high intensity level. I'm going to bring it every time I come out to coach so I expect the girls to bring it to. What has been your most memorable moment with the team thus far? The very first night I met the team they were a little apprehensive of me because Photo Services all I had coached were men Women's basketball Head Coach Guy Hardaker is beginning to settle into his new job. He has spent the last 13 years as head. coach of the boys Edmond teams, but I had brought a book Santa Fe High School basketball team. Hardaker was recently inducted into the UCO Athletic Hall of Fame. called how to coach women in basketball and I opened it to practice yet but we been ite past time and why? Going to school at what was or the Dallas Mavericks? Dallas, no doubt! I really like to hunt but it then Central State I was drafted and started to read a part of able to have four player workWho is your favorit and it made them laugh. outs, but the thing I stress the conflicts with the basket- my third year, well the only If you could describe most is the effort factor. I look ball season but I have a lit- thing I would change if I had ite NBA coach and player? I really don't watch that yourself in one word what to run man-to-man defense tle spot in Dinger, (Okla.) control over it would to win and when you run man you the home of Johnny Bench. a National Championship. I much pro basketball, they have would it be? If you could change one would have liked to win one of some one-on-one rules that Driven. have a better chance to win thing different in your col- those with the late Coach Hunt. I disagree with, but if there What do you stress a championship because each Who are you going for was one it would be Larry the most to your team? player can handle their own. lege career what would it be? I wouldn't change anything. in the Finals Miami Heat, Brown, he had been at the colWe really haven't been able What is your favor-

BRONCHO SPORTS BRIEFINGS BASEBALL

team NCAA Division II All-American. Bacon was also named LSC

The UCO baseball team finished the 2006 season with a final record of 40-20. The Bronchos ended the season cochampions of the Lone Star Conference North Division and won their first LSC North Division and Postseason Tournament. NCAA Division II South Central Regional Player The Rawlings/American of the Year. He finishBaseball Coaches es his UCO career the Association named all-time homerun hitBroncho third baseman ter with 33 and fourth Brandon Bacon a first- in RBI's with 140.

GOLF .

The UCO Men's Golf team finished third in the South Central Regional championship. The Bronchos fell short in their attempt to earn a

third straight bid for the National Tournament. The Bronchos finished the season winning six tournaments and finished in the top-ten in all 11 tournaments. The Golf Coaches Association of America selected Todd Dayton and Mitch Boles for the NCAA Division II AllAmerica Men's Golf Team. Dayton made the first-team and Boles the made the third-team.

Championship. The Hilltoppers advanced to the -Sweet 16 while the Bronchos ended the season 15-7. Francis Baxter completed his 36 season as head coach of Men's Tennis.

TENNIS The UCO Men's Tennis team dropped a 5-3 decision to 11th-rated and tournament host St. Edward's in the second round of the NCAA Division II Men's Tennis

legiate level and now he is in the pros. My favorite player is Steve Nash, I like the way he can lead his team and how he can really move the ball. Having the opportunity to be with your son in high school and now with him here in college how does that feel? It's a tremendous opportunity. A lot of guys say they wouldn't like to coach their son in high school but I would never trade it, its one of the best things I've done. I am excited for Chance. He loves Coach Evans, and I am glad he gets to play for Coach Evans; Evans is a guy that really knows the game and can coach. I thought that I was going to have to miss a lot of his games coming into college. I'm just happy for Chance, whether he plays one second or thirty minutes. But on the flip side I have to miss some of my daughter's games but maybe I'll get to coach her in college? Hardaker is no stranger to UCO. He was inducted into the UCO Hall of Fame two months ago for his standout performance as UCO starting third baseman from 198284. He earned All-District 9 and NAIA All-Area honors as a sophomore and junior. Hardaker, an Edmond Santa Fe High School product, is a 5foot-11 guard who led theWolves to three 6A state tournaments. Hardaker averaged 10.6 points, six assists and three steals per game, while shooting 40 percent from beyond the three-point line. Harry Gatewood III can be reached at hgatewood@thevistaonline.com.

TENNIS from page 8 around the office and things like that. "Now I'll have to talk to the new coach and see if I can stay around to help." Constant said he is saddened by the decision, but saw it as inevitable. "There have been rumors for years that the program would get cut," he said. "It was bound to happen sometime." Constant, Davis and Pourtorkan each said they will finish their undergraduate work at UCO this year. "I'll just finish up here because I don't have many more classes and I like it at UCO," Pourtorkan said. "I've enjoyed the past three years and upset about the whole thing," he said. Regardless of the ultimate decision surrounding the men's tennis program, Pourtorkan said he is willing wait and see. "I'm waiting to see what happens July 1." Matt Caban can be reached at mcaban@thevistaonline.com.

Football camps underway by Matt Caban Sports Writer

by Vista photographer Alex Gambill

Jonathan Blumer from Selling, Okla. avoids a rushing defender during a recent football summer camp at Wantland Stadium.

Although football season doesn't kick off until August, UCO football coaches were staying busy with football camps June 5-14 at Wantland Stadium. UCO Defensive Coordinator Steve Patterson said the camps were designed for local high school football teams. "There are teams from all over like Choctaw and Tonkawa," he said. Patterson said each camp had four to seven teams and scrimmaged each other to ensure a little competition. "Every team ran a lot of plays and had a lot of repetitions," Patterson said. He said UCO coaches officiated the scrimmages and offered pointers to players. "Basically we're here to service their coaches and teams," Patterson said. He said the camps also serve as a way to look at high school players and

show them UCO's campus. "Players get to eat at the cafeteria and see what the campus is like," Patterson said. UCO running backs Coach Jarrod Manoy said each camp is a useful recruiting tool. "They help us see some of the high school kids and evaluate talent," he said.

Some of the players said they saw the benefit of coming to UCO's football camps. "It's a way to get better," said Cody King, Seiling High School Sophomore. Pecos Musil, a Crescent High School senior, said he wanted to play some football.

"I get to hit people," said the plays middle linebacker and offensive guard. Patterson said although players benefit from the camps, each has a team emphasis. He said the camps focusing on the team as a whole, instead of individual players. "We don't have camps for individual players," Patterson said. "We want to help improve football teams in Oklahoma," he said. "Football in Oklahoma is great, but it can get better. "Better football teams will give us better recruits." That message seems to stick with players like Seiling's King. He said he likes UCO's football camp except for one downside: the temperature. "It's hot," King said after taking a water break. "I'm sure it's cooler inside."

Matt Caban can be reached at mcaban@thevistaonline.com .

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA

THEVISTA

SPORTS

THURSDAY, JUNE 15, 2006

Baxter retires after 36 years of coaching by Matt Caban Sports Writer June 13 marked the end of an era when Francis Baxter, UCO men's and women's tennis head coach announced his retirement after 36 years at UCO. A retirement party has been scheduled from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday, June 29 in the Wantland Stadium Suites to honor Baxter and Associate Athletic Director John Keely. Baxter said his last official day is June 30, but he will continue with business as usual until the new tennis coach is hired. "I will be here until the new coach is hired," he said. "I want to help the new coach as much as they want my help." Such is the attitude of a person who has coached tennis at UCO since 1970. "He invested a lot of time in us as players and people," said former player Mark Johnson. Johnson, a general business senior, completed his eligibility in May. He said Baxter also cared about his players. "A couple years ago one of the players, Nikolai Ordani, stayed on campus during spring break and all the restaurants were closed," Johnson said. "He was hungry and had nothing to eat so he called coach. 15 minutes later, Coach Baxter showed up with $400 in cash so the guy could eat." "I don't know of any coach who woulddo that," Johnson said. Baxter also teaches tennis as an activity class and said

the best teachers and coaches are those who care more about their students than themselves. "The ones you like are the ones who invest in you," he said. "I'd like to think this was the way I did it." Baxter said he wanted his players and students to learn the game and have fun. "The reason people play tennis is to have fun," he said. Johnson said he thinks Baxter, who will turn 72 in August, continued to coach so long because he enjoyed it. "Anyone who is in their 70's and takes the road trips is giving a lot," he said. "I don't think there are any other coaches that I know who are still doing it at his age." "It's been a big part of his life," he said. "I mean he's done a lot for the program." Baxter said he has seen many changes during his time at UCO. "When I came and took over the program in 1970 it was a non-scholarship sport," he said. "Over time the school added scholarships and kept increasing the number of them." Anotherchange Baxtersaid he saw was the loss of a tennis court. "The tennis courts used to be north of Thatcher Hall and south of the business building," he said. "Then in 1978 they made it into a parking lot and built new courts by the stadium." Baxter said before the move UCO had seven tennis courts, but the area for the new courts could only accommodate six. Further changes were in store for both Baxter and the tennis program in 1980

when he became the UCO women's tennis head coach. "I don't know if it made me famous or anything, but I became the first male to coach a female team at UCO," Baxter said. In his time at UCO Baxter has taken both the men and women's teams to the NCAA Division II national tournament. In his final season Baxter coached the men's team to a 15-7 record and the women's team to a 4-15 record. Johnson said the men's team had best their season in years. "At least on the men 's side he is going out on a high," he said. Although he is retiring, Baxter said not much in his life will change. "I will continue to teach tennis and live a well rounded life," he said. Baxter said he plans to continue serving as an elder at the Faith Bible Church in Edmond, volunteer for the United States Tennis Association, go to the U.S. Open in New York City (he's gone to each one since 1973) and spend time with his wife of 44 years, Jean. "She's my number one girl," he said. "I always make time for her." Baxter said throughout the years he has followed the same,simple philosophy. "Find something you like to do and find someone to pay you to do it." File Photo UCO Men's and Women's tennis coach Francis Baxter retires effective June 30. Baxter became coach of the mens team in 1970 and the womens team in 1980.

Matt Caban can be reached at mcaban@thevistaonline.com.

Future of UCO tennis uncertain by Matt Caban Sports Writer Multiple sources within the UCO men's tennis program have said the program will be dropped following the retirement of longtime Head Coach Francis Baxter. Baxter is set to retire on June 30,Athletic Director Bill Farley said. "We are very thankful for Coach Baxter's 35 plus years of service," he said. Farley said a search for Baxter's replacement will begin after he is given a proper farewell. "We have to take time to thank him properly for all he has done for the University of Central Oklahoma," he said. "It is unfortunate that the celebration will be tarnished

by rumors about the program." Farley said he did not want to comment on the rumors because the future of the tennis program is being discussed with UCO President W. Roger Webb. "We have discussed the program recently and will decide on what direction to take soon," he said. Farley said he hopes to have a decision made in the next few weeks. Senior Arvin Pourtorkan said Coach Baxter told players of the program's cancellation via e-mail on June 9. Pourtorkan, a biology premed, said Baxter also told the players of their options in the e-mail. "Basically, coach told us the program was being dropped," he said. "Coach also said the players who are coming back could keep their scholarship for one or two semesters with-

out losing a year of eligibility. Guys who still wanted to play would have to find a new school over the summer." The news came as a surprise to another player, Peter Davis, a senior marketing major.

"Plus, having as good as a season as we did, you wouldn't think they would drop the men's team." The UCO men's tennis team finished the 2005-06 season with a 15-7 record and a

"We have discussed the program recently and will decide on what direction to take soon." Bill Farley UCO Athletic Director "Well, it was very surprising to hear since there was never any talk about coach retiring or the program being dropped during the season," he said.

berth in the NCAA Division II Championship tournament. Davis said the whole situation is sad. "I mean they were even

and female athletes." Although Farley said the future of the men's tennis program is still being discussed, the players do not seem convinced. "Title IX doesn't cut it for me," Pourtorkan • said. "I really want to know why they are cutting the program." Justin Constant, a senior general studies major, said he doesn't have the option of transferring because of a shoulder injury. "It's hurt too bad for me to play," he said. Constant said he was ready to help Coach Baxter run the program next season. "For the past couple of semesters I helped with the strength and conditioning of the women's team," he said. "This year I was going to help with things

recruiting new guys to come and play," he said. "I think one actually signed and now he has to go through the whole process again." Pourtorkan said Coach Baxter's e-mail indicated the reasoning behind the decision was related to Title IX rules. "He said they have to get a woman to coach the women's tennis team," he said. "This doesn't make sense to me because Coach Baxter. coached the women for a long time." Farley said Baxter became UCO's men's tennis head coach in 1970 and became the women's tennis head coach in 1980. He said UCO has to deal with Title IX like any other college or university with athletics. "Title IX is a ruling that says colleges must have the same number of male

See TENNIS, page 7

UT OUR SPECIA Studios- & 3 Bedroom Immediate Occupancy Pet Friendly, Rent Weekly, Monthly, or Lease Credit Cards Welcome Quail Plaza 11004 N. May Ave Oklahoma City 405-751 -5444

Victoria Park 801 N. Kelly Ave Edmond 405-341-5751

Spring Hollow 11433 Spring Hollow Dr Oklahoma City 405-749-8780

Warren House 4025 N. Meridian Oklahoma City 405-787-2712

Willow Cliff 5304 Willow Cliff Oklahoma City 405-787-8900

.i?'• t. •

Equal Opportunity Housing - warrenpropertieS.