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Student Pedestrian Crossing Second St. Struck By Car Morning accident Sept. 19 leaves student with minor injuries after driver fails to yield by Courtney Bryce Vista Staff Writer

A vehicle knocked down a student using a crosswalk to get to Central Plaza on Second Street around 11:50 a.m. Sept. 19. Edmond Public Information Officer Glenda Chu said Vanay Dyankova, 18, was hit when Nicholas Gautreaux, 22, turned right onto Second Street from Bauman Street without checking for pedestrians. She said both are UCO students.

"She had a right to be on that crosswalk," News Bureau Director Charlie Johnson said. "The walk sign was green." Johnson said he believed Dyankova was on her way to Central Plaza to attend her theatre class. Joe Nixon, broadcasting and public relations senior, said he was standing on the opposite corner when the accident occurred. "The young lady was standing on the curb," Nixon said: "There was a car turning right off of Bauman Street. He

looked to his left to see if any cars were coming, but he didn't look back to his right at the crosswalk." Nixon said the car hit Dyankova just as she began to walk across the street. "It hit her hard enough to flip her over the hood," Nixon said. "He (the driver) stopped and pulled into the fire station." Anna Vealsey, photography senior, said she was driving behind Gautreaux and pulled up to the intersection just seconds after the collision. "The guy in front of me in

the turning lane got out and ran across to her," Vealsey said. "She didn't look so good. I saw her on the ground." Vealsey said she saw people assist the woman off the street and seat her on the curb in front of the fire station. "The guy that hit her was blocking traffic in that lane," Vealsey said. Jeff Harp, director of the UCO Department of Public Safety, said one his staff was close to the intersection when the call was made and responded.

cerned about the student's ability to communicate. By the time I got there EMSA had arrived. She was sitting on the curb. With some assistance, she had been moved away." Dickson said the student was a long way from home. She was adamant about protecting the student's identity. "The students at this university are wonderful," Dickson said. "We need to keep them safe. We need to take care of them."

"It's not uncommon for us to assist the Edmond Police Department if they're in the vicinity," Harp said. "We are doing an internal report." Vealsey was on her way to an acting class with Theatre Professor Donna Dickson in Central Plaza. "My 12 o'clock class did not arrive," Dickson said. Dickson said students came in late and said one of the other students had been hit by a car. "I knew it was a student that spoke a second language," Dickson said. "I was con-

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'Corridor' will connect UCO campus with Edmond downtown, library

Science professor, students study 'batty business' at state caves

by Brett Deering

Vista Senior Staff Writer

Selman Living Lab in northwest Okla. site for research study by Trisha Evans

Vista Staff Writer

The City of Edmond will begin construction on two street `corridor' projects that will connect UCO with downtown Edmond and the Edmond library in the spring of 2006 as part of a long-term capital improvement plan. The corridors are the third phase in the City of Edmond's four-phase "Streetscape" project, funded through a sales tax initiative approved by Edmond voters in 2000 for capital improvements, said Mike Clark, project coordinator for the City of Edmond's Public Works Department. "Streetscape is one of several capital projects," Clark said. He said Pelican Bay, the former Aquatic Center, and the Festival Marketplace, an outdoor pavilion in downtown Edmond, are examples of other capital proj-

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Tyler Sanders, information technologies freshman, and Alexander Ravajy, neurology freshman, overlook Salty Creek in northwestern Oklahoma Sept. 17. The river runs through the 320-acre Selman Living Lab where Dr. Bill Caire, UCO biology professor, is doing research on the 21 different species of bats that live in the state.

Possible misuse of club funds one topic of UCOSA house, senate meetings

UCO students and faculty crawled through caves, hiked sprawling grasslands and gazed at stars through a high-powered telescope on a recent trip to western Oklahoma Sept. 16-17. For 25 years, Dr. Bill Caire, biology professor, has been researching bats and taking his classes to the three-mile long cave once owned by the Selman family in Woodward County. Five years ago, Betty Selman told Caire she wanted to sell the cave to UCO. She helped find a grant from the National Science Foundation that allowed the university to acquire the 320 acres where the Selman Living Laboratory sits today. "Most of the people who go up there, it's their first time in a wild cave," Caire said. Caire led the tour through Selman Cave, which at times involved crawling through mud and water on hands and knees. Hardhats and flashlights were a necessity in the pitch-black cave, especially the slender corridor of the cave Caire called "Ooh-ahh." Tyler Sanders, information systems technology freshman, said he didn't know if it was nicknamed "Ooh-ahh" because it was beautiful or because it was painful.

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Art, music fundraiser dinner gives students touch of class

ROTC 'down and dirty' Brett Deering's photos from the Cadet Olympics Lab Sept. 15. See Pg. 6

Opinion Does someone have to die? The problem with crossing Second Street. See Pg. 2 INDEX Opinion 2 3 News Classifieds 10 Sports 11

by Trisha Evans Vista Senior Staff Writer

The UCO StudentAssociation held its weekly senate and house meetings Sept. 19 in Rms. 301 and 302 in the Nigh University Center. The senate voted on a resolution that states all UCOSA funds are intended for the use of the officers and members of the organizations for which they are appropriated. "There have been some problems, mainly with the philosophy club and ROTC, with advisors spending money that students didn't approve of," said Jonathan Nazari, senate deputy president pro tempore, later that day during the International

Student Council meeting. Nazari is also parliamentarian for ISC. Dr. Brendan Lalor, advisor for the philosophy club since 1999, said he hasn't heard any complaints from students. "There's not been a case where any members of the group made known to the advisors that there has been a problem with any expenditures," Lalor said. Symposium of Philosophy president Eryn Whitworth couldn't confirm the statement at press time. Lt. Col. Stuart Jolly, advisor of ROTC, said there was an incident last semester where a student made allegations of

â&#x2013; First in series of dinners raises money for art scholarships by Courtney Bryce Vista Staff Writer

UCO supporters enjoyed guitar music, student artwork, wine and a six-course meal at New World Cuisine as part of a fund-raiser put on by the Music and Art Departments. Lori Bourke, UCO director of development, said she and the restaurant owners decided to collaborate on a project to raise money for the school and the Please see UCOSA, page 3 restaurant.

"The restaurant got some new owners," Bourke said. "We talked about collaborating on something. They said they needed artwork." Bourke said they also decided to bring in the Music Department and have featured musicians. She said it was decided that the restaurant and the two departments would host a series of dinners on Sept. 18, Oct. 16, Nov. 20, Feb. 19, March 19 and April 16 as part of a series called 'Taste of Talent.' "The students set the price of the artwork," Bourke said. "The Art Department and New World Cuisine each get 20 percent and the student gets 60 percent." Audrey Henderson, project coordinator of the School of Music, said musicians interested in playing should sub-

mit a proposal to her about the instrument they play and what they want to play. She said for the first gig she specifically asked Jeff Carrico, senior guitar major, if he would play. "The first gig is one of those that came up fast and I needed someone I could count on, so I specifically asked Jeff," Henderson said. "It made me feel worthy," Carrico said. "It made me feel kind of special." Carrico said that he was instructed to play for 45 minutes, take a break and play an additional 30 minutes. Henderson said each person in attendance paid $75 for dinner and entertainment. She said $35 from each ticket will be

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Does someone have to die before safe passage is guaranteed to and from Central Plaza across 'Second St. speedway'? It has fmally happened. Make that, unfortunately it has fmally happened. A student, en route to Central Plaza on foot, was hit by a car Sept. 19. Unless we want more students hit, or potentially killed, measures must be taken to find a way for students to cross Second Street without coming into contact with cars. This time, the victim was

not gravely injured. Now more than ever it's not an "if' situation now but a "when"; when will someone else be injured or killed crossing Second? A solution will not be cheap. If a bridge is constructed it must be tall enough for trucks in excess of two-axles to cross under. The problem is that a bridge that high would most likely not be handicapped

accessible. A tunnel on the other hand would be a good idea but the cost to burrow under the street would most likely be phenomenal and snarl traffic for months. One solution, quite simply, install arms like the ones posted at railroad crossings. The arms would come down with the red light and would prevent traffic from moving for-

ward or turning. Another idea would be a return to 'school days, school days, good ole golden rule days' and install a crossing guard. Unless someone ' is in the process of perfecting a "Star Trek" type transporter, students will have to come face-to-face with traffic. A corridor to connect the UCO campus to the Edmond

Library and downtown is in the works. The project does not seem to be as important as safe passage to Central Plaza. Perhaps a lot of students like to go antiquing and stop by the library; but the more pressing concern is making sure no one else is run down crossing Second. When a car and a person face off, you can imagine who

loses. If you have any ideas that might improve the trafficpedestrian situation let The Vista know. Until further notice we're sticking with the railroad crossing arms idea. The Vista Editorial Board can be reached at editorial@thevistaonline.com .

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first round of semeseral exams begins, tudents shift their routines toward study groups, review sessions, and late nights. Often combined with work and family obligations, the health effects of mounting stress levels hardly factor between grades and research papers. Although occasional tense periods may improve concentration and temporarily motivate you to rise to the day's challenge, prolonged exposure can take its toll. High blood pressure, compromised immunity, and overall fatigue frequently lead to related illnesses, while anxiety disorders and depression may be less easily detected. College-level course loads may overburden even the most prepared students, besides natural competition and GPA worries. Most common among freshmen and seniors, lifestyle transitions such as leaving home, establishing new relationships, and balancing financ-

es can strain an already hectic schedule. While extracurricular activities, campus organizations, and parties are all positive elements of a healthy social life, there is a limit to how much you can take on, plan, or attend. Striking a balance between your personal and professional development is essential to overall wellbeing, but good habits can be acquired now. Taking care of yourself may have seemed far less complicated before your life revolved around multitasking. Remember the basics: good rest, nutrition, and exercise make the difference between a difficult day and a success one. Get at least six to eight hours of sleep each night, and don't hesitate to take a short nap in the afternoon. Even if you don't have time to cook, junk food will only make you feel more listless. Reach for cereal, fruit, lean meats and sliced cheeses instead, and grab a snack rather

than skipping meals. Exercise stimulates a sense of wellness, so find a vigorous activity you can enjoy at least three times a week to divert your attention. Personal hygiene is also essen-

supplies at hand, and handle the most essential cleaning tasks before laundry or dusting. Take time out to relax, see a movie, or treat yourself to lunch. The art of saying "no" graciously

tial, including regular bathing and scheduled dental exams. Study for exams well in advance. Don't leave everything for the weekend, or count on free time later. Organize your work area realistically with

to unwanted obligations should simply state you wouldn't be the most capable person for the task right now. Only you can know what's really going on in your life, so set limits with friends.

According to the National your regular obligations, and Institute of Mental Health, an thoughts of hurting yourself or estimated 15 percent of college suicide are also telltale signs. Stigma associated with students suffer from some form of depression ranging from mild depression makes people less to severe. Sometimes difficult likely to seek help, but treatto define, a general feeling of ment is less complex for the disappointment with yourself majority of patients than formay be among the first signs, t merly supposed. Simply talkas well as changes in your nor- ing out your problems with a mal energy level. Insomnia, friend or modifying your curnightly wakefulness, or rest- rent routine can help. Seeing a less sleeping is one extreme campus counselor may be the that leads to exhaustion, but next step if you don't feel better sleeping more than usual is after making some changes in also an indicator of men- your agenda. For a brief confital distress sometimes used dential questionnaire and more as an avoidance technique. information about dealing with Frequent headaches, persis- depression, visit the National tent cold symptoms, overeat- Mental Health Association's ing or skipping meals, loss website at http://www.depresof interest in formerly pleas- sion-screening.org/screeningant activities, and increased test/screeningtest.htm. angry outbursts or lack of patience are common tendencies among people who may not realize they are depressed. Callie A. Collins can be reached at Uncharacteristic alcohol or ccollins@thevistaonline.com . drug consumption or a sudden tendency to favor parties over

Due to an error at the press where The Vista is printed, the Sept. 20 issue was not on the newsstand until after noon that day. The Vista apologizes for any inconvenience this caused to our readers, or advertisers, or both. We have been in communication with the printer to make sure this does not happen again.

WORD ON THE STREET: A STUDENT WALKING TO CENTRAL PLAZA WAS STRUCK BY A CAR WHILE CROSSING SECOND STREET. Compiled and photographed by Justin Avera.

How should UCO and the City of Edmond make the Second Street crossing safer for students? "Maybe they could get a crossing guard or a policeman to help students cross the street."

"Maybe put somebody out there to make sure drivers are abiding by the rules."

"There are not many signs saying student crossing, so maybe they should put up signs."

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from page 1 ■ The Oklahoma Holocaust Remembrance Exhibition at Untitled Artspace in Oklahoma City from Sept. 15 through Oct. 23. For more information visit www.okholocaustexhibition.org . ■ The Department of Theatre will present "The Passion of Dracula" Sept. 22-25 in Mitchell Hall. Special midnight show Friday Sept. 23. Admission is $4 with a UCO ID and $7 for the public. The box office can be contacted at 974-3375. ■ ''Christianity and Social Justice" seminar Sept. 23-24 at the Communications Building Rm. 120. For times and information contact Clay Webber at webber©ucok.edu or call 323-4735. The event is sponsored by the UCO Democratic Socialists the Association of Women's Studies and several other organizations. ■ UCO-Ethics will host "Ethical Dilemmas in Professional Relationships" Sept. 26. A social will begin at 2 p.m. and the presentation and speech will begin at 2:30 p.m. at the. Business Building Troy Smith Lecture Hall Rm. 113. Officer elections will be held. For more informattion call Joe Walker at 250-4708. ■ The Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs Student Conference on Liberty and Self Government meeting Sept. 29-30 at the Sheraton Hotel in Oklahoma City. For more information call Jennifer Wilson at 602-1667.

■ To sign up for the UCO Bronchos Race for the Cure Team to participate in the yearly breast cancer walk Oct. 15 in Oklahoma City or volunteer for fund raising events call Lori McAndrew at 285-4393.

■ Culture Class for international students to practice conversa-, tional English and learn more s about American culture will meet

at 3 p.m. every Friday at the BCM Building at the corner of Main and University Drive. For more information call Julie at 341-1232. ■ Homecoming Week Sept. 25 to Oct.1. Various events around campus during the week.

For more information on campus activities and events visit www.ucok.edu and click the UCONNECT link or call Campus Life at 974-2363.

split between the Music and Art for students. departments. Henderson said "We also want to let people soloists are paid a flat fee of know we're here and we know $75 and groups of no more than how to serve good food," Watts said. "We love what we do." four are paid $50 each. Watts said twenty-nine peoDr. Kathleen Wilson, director of the School of Music, said the proceeds go to fund scholarships for the depart- "I'm also looking for ments. greater exposure so "I'm also looking for people become more greater exposure so people become more aware of the aware of the School of School of Music and its lev- Music and it's levels els of excellence," Wilson of excellence." said. Simeon Watts, owner Dr. Kathleen Wilson , director and manager of New World of the School of Music Cusine, said he and Kevin Crysler, owner and general manager, bought the restaurant ple reserved seating. He said the music department sent out four months ago. "This is the first time we've 5,000 invitations to let people done this," Watts said. "We're know about the series. Crysler said the featured arttaking baby steps. Eventually, we'll have wine dinners and ist for the night was Joe Daun, chair of the Art Department, featured artists." Watts said the restaurant is who displayed five of his blue collaborating on this project to colored prints. Crysler said the restaurant's help with scholarship funding

goal is to introduce people to new types of food. The menu for the night included crab spring rolls, tuna tar tar, roasted quail, lobster and gorgonzola boudan, sea bass and peach and mango sorbet. Watts said during normal hours the restaurant has a lunch and dinner menu for customers to choose from. He said they have a special menu for brunch on Sundays from 9:30 to 2:30. The two owners and many waiters quickly served the meal in courses while conversing with the customers and making sure wine glasses were full at all times. Bourke said with the help of the restaurant, the school's goal is to raise $10,500 by the end of the series. New World Cuisine is located in the Kickingbird Shopping Center on the corner of Danforth and Bryant. Courtney Bryce can be reached at cbryce@thevistaonlinacom.

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Assistant chef at New World Cuisine Ben Spears, prepares a yellow fin tuna dish Sept. 18 as part of Tastes of Talent.

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ects. The longest corridor will run from the west side of campus along Campbell Street to downtown Edmond. The other corridor will run from the northeast corner of Shannon Miller Park along East Main Street to campus. "The idea is to get the (UCO) kids to walk to the (Shannon Miller) park and library," Clark said. Charlie Johnson, UCO News Bureau director, is a recent mayoral appointee to the Central Edmond Urban Development Board, which ieVieWg §ire plans for the capital' improvements and Makes recommendations to the city council. "They (the corridors) will help connect the university in a more physical way to the community," Johnson said. Clark said the corridors will have new sidewalks, streetlamps, trees and landscaping. The streetlamps will be in an antique style, like the `Wayfinding' signs in downtown Edmond and on the

UCO campus, Clark said. The streetlamps will be about 40 feet apart along the length of the corridors, he said. The City of Edmond's Web site states the Dec. 12, 2000 initiative will also fund projects like the construction of a fire station, several street intersection improvements, police equipment and facility expansion, construction of an animal shelter and walking and biking trails. The first phase of the corridor project, which runs from Second Street and Broadway north to Hurd Street and from a half-block west of Broadway to BOiiieVardalbrig First Sheet, a little more than five blocks, began in June 2004 and opened in Feb. 2005, Clark said. Clark said the phase three project is about six blocks. "It took about eight months to complete the first phase, and that was with about a month of bad weather," Clark said.

appropriated funds they need misuse of UCOSA funds. He said the resolution is a the consent of the advisor, good idea and ROTC adopted Nazari said. "It's now a twoa similar policy last spring after way street." the complaint. Three resolutions tabled "We said from now on, the in the senate's Sept. 12 meetfaculty leader and the student ing passed the senate without debate. has to sign on it," Jolly said. "They don't really affect us Barrett Dye, senate president pro tempore, said he worked much," Dye said. "They're with Moore to write the reso- pretty simple." lution because of the ROTC The resolutions are intended incident. to amend the Oklahoma Student Currently, advisors can use Government Association's confunds without the permission or stitution, which requires a twoknowledge of the students, said thirds vote from all its member Tandy Moore, senator for the schools, including UCO. The amendments will sepaHuman Resource Society and . , rate OGSA's.pcecutive and ,legauthor of ,the resolution. , The ..resolution., which. .was . . islative powers,. change, .the date... amended-.to require advisors to of elections and impeachment have the written consent of two procedures. officers, passed the senate and is Dye announced Robert's set to be voted on by the house. Rules of Order will be used in "An advisor's job is to be a senate meetings this year. steward of that organization," Dye moved to vote Senators Nazari said. Moore and Ashland Viscosi, for In order for students to spend Gamma Beta Phi, as Senate

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Dickson said with the help of DPS the student was taken to UCO's health center. "It was my understanding that she refused to be transported to a hospital," Johnson said. Chu said Dyankova's injuries were minor. "UCO got lucky this time," Dickson said. "Something has got to be done about controlling Second Street. The City of Edmond is apparently unaware that Second Street is now a

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pedestrian area for students. And I cannot stress that strongly enough." Dickson said she advises her students to cross Second Street with extreme caution from now on. She said the light does not give pedestrians enough time to check for the people who run through yellow lights. "I care about my students deeply," Dickson said. "We're always investigating ways to make that inter-

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BATS, from page 1 "Going through the cave was a great experience," Sanders said. "Everyone should do it." "It felt like a womb," said Alexander Ravajy, neurology freshman. Only a few bats were spotted because the species found in Selman Cave are hibernating bats. To his delight, Caire often tells people that bats make up a fourth of all mammals in the world. Bats were not the only things studied at the lab. Dr. Gloria Cadell, UCO biology professor and Caire's wife, led a flower walk, explaining native prairie vegetation that grows at the lab. The Oklahoma Astronomy Club and Sierra Club have visited SLL and the lab was recently featured in the national Sierra Club Magazine.

The lab has a classroom, two sleeping bunks where the beds double as desks, two astronomy domes and eight telescopes. A doublewide trailer, with extra study and sleeping room, was purchased with funds from the National Science Foundation. Caire has managed to get many things donated to the lab and has even registered it on target.com . After exploring Selman Cave, the group visited the commercial Alabaster Caverns, one of the largest gypsum caves in the world, located in nearby Freedom. The tour-guide said 90 percent of all caves are limestone caves. At Whitlow Ranch, the final stop on the way back to Edmond, the group saw a river of bats flood out of the cave that could be seen for miles.

"It's quite an impressive sight," Caire said. "I'm always fascinated by it and I've seen it for many, many years." He estimates the number of bats to be between three and four million. "It's impressive because it (the bat flight) is one of the largest in North America," said Dr. William Radke, provost and vice president of Academic Affairs and former biology professor. Radke said the Mexican freetail bats migrate back to Mexico in the fall. "It's a birthing cave," said Cinda Inman, who lives at Whitlow Ranch. "All the female bats come here to have their babies and the male bats stay in Mexico drinking tequila all summer." Cinda and her husband Gary

often watch the bat flights that can take up to one and a half hours. She said she sometimes spots a few albino bats in the bunch. Caire wrote a resolution for the state Legislature that would adopt a state bat. He said he hopes it will bring more notoriety and support to SLL. It didn't pass, but he plans to reintroduce it this session. Caire said schools K-12 and other universities, including graduate schools, can use the lab. Caire said he eventually wants the lab developed enough to accommodate large groups for state tourism purposes. "I want it to be a multi-use facility," Caire said.

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The UCO International Student Council held its weekly meeting at 4:30 p.m. Sept 19 in the Robert S. Kerr Room of the Nigh University Center. Terry Weber, FBI special agent, explained a new "liaison outreach program" that the FBI is starting in Oklahoma City area universities. Weber said the program is designed to educate students about issues pertinent to international students, including immigration laws, identity theft and hate crimes. He said UCO will be the pilot university for this program since it is close to the FBI's

"It will help secure what is "It's good if they are trying most important to you—your to befriend the people," Mian passport," Weber said. said. "The situation is quite Weber said international stu- bad. The country is in a state dents are sometimes intimidated of war." and will hesitate to contact fed- "They (the FBI) have been eral officials if they have been a on campus for quite awhile now, victim of a hate crime. He said but now they're coming out on one of the purposes of the pro- the surface," Mian said. gram is to calm this fear. Jalal Daneshfar, ISC advisor, He said he is available to said Weber contacted him a few speak to the various countries' weeks ago about the program. student associations on these "The purpose of the program topics. Weber also said the FBI is to educate," Daneshfar said. solely investigates hate crimes. "They decided to reach out to "We do investigate these internationals because the passthings and we take it very, very port fraud can be an angle for seriously," Weber said. terrorism." Faheem Mian, political sci- Weber said the new program ence junior from Pakistan, said is not considered part of terthe new FBI presence on campus can be seen in a positive Please see ISC, page 5 and negative light.

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Roberts endorsed by top Democrat for Supreme Court confirmation WASHINGTON–The senior Democrat on the Judiciary Committee announced Wednesday he will vote to confirm John Roberts for chief justice of the United States after leading lawmakers met with President Bush to discuss candidates for the other high court vacancy. The announcement by veteran Sen. Patrick Leahy came amid virtually unprecedented executive-legislative branch jockeying over not one, but two high court openings, seats left vacant by the death of Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and the retirement of Associate Justice Sandra Day O'Connor.

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OBI to suck more blood from UCO next week than ever before by Courtney Bryce Vista Staff Writer The Oklahoma Blood Institute will host four blood drives in one week for the first time in UCO's history Sept. 27 to 30. OBI Consultant Jennifer Beattie said Campus Life will hold two blood drives on Sept. 27 and 28 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. "They traditionally have a two-day, campus-wide blood drive," Beattie said. Brooke Wilson, spirit coordinator for Campus Life, said the blood drive will benefit victims of Hurricane Katrina. She said it will also benefit Jennifer Mills, a girl from Ponca City in

need of a blood transfusion. "Jenny is a member of Aaron Wright's church in Ponca," Wilson said. "Aaron is a member of the homecoming activities board." "Her (Jenny's) whole life she's been sick," said public relations and political science sophomore Aaron Wright. "Her parents couldn't figure out why she was sick. Then recently she was diagnosed with a rare blood disease. I thought it'd be good for UCO to help her." OBI Consultant Zelma Barnes said people can credit their donations to Mills. Wright stressed that Mills account will be 'credited' for by Vista photographer Justin Avera the donations, but most of the blood will still go to Hurricane James Blue, communication junior, turning his head so he couldn't see the needle as he gave blood Katrina victims. last April 20.

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The Sigma Tau Delta English Honors Society hosted its first spelling bee at 3 p.m. Sept. 20 in Pegasus Theater. Dr. Cheryl Freck, chair of the Chemistry Department, won first place by correctly spelling antidisestablishmentarianism and palpable. She won a $20 gift certificate to Barnes and Noble. Seven instructors, including two chemistry professors, three English professors, and two teacher's assistants in the English department competed for 9 rounds. "I was trying to redeem myself from losing the spelling bee in sixth grade," Freck said. Shelley Wagner, president of Sigma Tau Delta, said they plan to hold the event again next year.

Beattie said Central Plaza and the UCO Alumni Association also asked OBI to holcj blood drives for their organizations. Alex Springer, eighth floor RA in Central Plaza and political science sophomore, said the RAs came up with the idea to have a blood drive in Central Plaza. "One of my dad's friends works for OBI and she said they needed blood," Springer said. "She said they were especially short after Hurricane Katrina." Spinger said there will be a contest between Central Plaza, Murdaugh Hall, West Hall, University Commons and University Suites. "OBI is throwing a pizza party for the counsel of the hall that wins," Springer said. "We have the sign up

sheets on each floor and at the front desk." Springer said his goal is to have a third of Central Plaza's residents donate. The blood drive will be held in Central Plaza's main lobby Sept. 29 from 2 to 6 p.m. "Since Central Plaza is so far away from campus, it will give students a chance to donate and stay in the building," Springer said. "We want to make this blood drive a yearly thing." The UCO Alumni Relations also contacted OBI about having a blood drive as part of their Alumni Block Party Sept. 30 from 5 to 8 p.m. Alumni Relations Event Coordinator Juliane Morgan said this is the first year for both the blood drive and the block party. "We were wanting to get more people to work on the Alumni Block Party," Morgan said. Barnes said OBI has already sent a blood refrigerator to Baton Rouge, which is where blood donations for hurricane victims go. "They're going to need help

for the next year," Barnes said. "We send blood to them as needed. We need groups like UCO." Beattie said donors will receive a T-shirt specifically designed for UCO's homecoming and half of any entrĂŠe at FlaTire Burgers with proof of donation. She said they hope to have 300 donations. "We have a strong feeling we're going to exceed our goal," Beattie said.

Courtney Bryce can be reached at cbryce@thevistaonline.com .

ISC from page 4 rorism prevention, but he mentioned a few cases of terrorism in his brief presentation at ISC. Daneshfar said the international students "are obviously being watched more closely." "Why is the FBI interested in international students?" Daneshfar said. "Simply because the whole Homeland Security Department is interested in international students." Daneshfar also announced $12,500 is the budget for this semester. He said the Office of the Vice President of Student Affairs has allocated $25,000 to ISC from the student activity funds. The ISC offices of treasurer and a secretary are still needed, said Lanre Daniels, ISC president.

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Audiences spent $67.1 million on movies last weekend By LAURA WIDES Associated Press Writer The Reese Witherspoon, Mark Ruffalo romantic comedy "Just Like Heaven" debuted at No. 1 with an estimated $16.5 million in ticket sales, bumping the courtroom horror film "The Exorcism of Emily Rose" into second place. Overall, box office revenue jumped an estimated 13 percent compared with the same weekend last year, continuing the upward trend in movie grosses after a dismal summer, said Paul Dergarabedian, president of box-office tracker Exhibitor Relations. "The fall season is starting in a terrific fashion," Dergarabedian said. "I'm cautiously saying that we're back on track. Audiences are just finding that the studios have a lot to offer right now." In its second weekend, "The Exorcism of Emily Rose," about a Catholic priest on trial for negligent homicide following the death of a satanically possessed 19-year-old, earned $15.3 million in ticket sales from Friday to Sunday, bringing its total domestic gross to $52 million, according to studio estimates. "Lord of War," starring Nicolas Cage as an arms dealer pursued by Interpol agent Ethan Hawke, debuted in third place with $9.2 million. Dreamworks' "Just Like Heaven," which follows a man who encounters romance from beyond when a ghost keeps

appearing in his apartment, touched on the audiences' desire for something light and romantic, Dergarabedian said. "It was sort of one of these traditional romantic comedies. Even the reviewers said it seemed like such a pat formula, but they kind of liked it," Dergarabedian said, "And Reese Witherspoon is always a draw." The film owed its successful debut to the female over25 crowd, who made up more than two-thirds of its audience, according to Jim Tharp, head of distribution for Dreamworks. Tharp said positive exit reviews suggest the film will continue to grow by word of mouth. The comedy "The 40 YearOld Virgin" continued its successful run, moving to fourth place with $5.8 million, bringing its total to $90.6 million. Opening in fifth place with $4.6 million was "Cry Wolf," about a group of teens who spread online rumors about a serial killer only to find the story corning true. Also opening in limited release at five theaters, Tim Burton's stop-motion animated film, "Corpse Bride," voiced by Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter, earned an impressive $411,000. Meanwhile "March of the Penguins," now in its 13th week, moved up a spot to ninth place, boosting its total to $70.4 million as it inched toward "Fahrenheit 9/11," which earned $119 million, as the top grossing documentary of all time.

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"It's an amazing run," Dergarabedian said. "Nobody ever thought this would have a chance of challenging `Fahrenheit. Despite the upswing, box office revenue for the year remained down about 6 percent, with attendance down 9 percent. Estimated ticket sales for Friday through Sunday at U.S. and Canadian theaters, according to Exhibitor Relations Co. Inc. Final figures will be released Monday. 1. "Just Like Heaven," $16.5 million. 2. "The Exorcism of Emily Rose," $15.3 million. 3. "Lord of War," $9.2 million.

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Cadet Jimmy Letterman, graphic design junior, left, and Cadet Daniel Moise, photojournalism junior, compete in the 'fireman carry' race at the Cadet Olympics Lab Sept. 15.

4. "The 40 Year-Old Virgin," $5.8 million. 5. "Cry Wolf," $4.6 million. 6. "The Transporter 2," $4.0 million. 7. "The Constant Gardener," $3.7 8. "Red Eye," $2.9 million. 9. "March of the Penguins," $2.6. 10. "Wedding Crashers," $2.5 million.

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from page 12 We just need to win. It does not affect me at all being last in the conference. Stats are for y'all. We are just trying to get a win. We can give up 500 yards and if we get win, it's a win. J.D. Hearn of the Lions leads the LSC in tackles with 52 and Lions wide receiver Victor Bennett averages 5.25 receptions a game with 10.5 yards a catch. UCO will be without wide receiver Cedric Jones, who suffered a foot injury against West Texas A&M University in the Bronchos' home-opener. "Ced is a team player and he brings up the morale," Allgood said. "But we just have to step up and make plays." Defensive players Thomas Rollins and Corey Lewis are back in action, returning from the injury list. "It feels good to be back doing what I love on a daily basis again," Rollins said. "We just have to take it one day at a time and get better with each week." The Bronchos trail the Lions 13-8 in the overall series between the two. The two teams will meet for the first time Saturday as LSC North Division rivals.

Thursday, Sept. 22 Volleyball - at Midewestern State, 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 23 Soccer - at Incarnate Word, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24 Cross Country - at Oklahoma Baptist Invitational, 9 a.m. Football - at Texas A&M Commerce, 6 p.m. Volleyball - at Texas Women's, 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25

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NBA from page 12 Local officials expect to gain sales and income tax revenue, along with a chance to showcase the city to a national and international audience. "Very few businesses offer that type of exposure," Mayor Mick Cornett said at the council meeting. In addition to use of the city-owned Ford Center, built in 2002, the city will make provisions for the Hornets to have a practice facility, downtown office space and housing for the upcoming season. Ticket prices will be $10 and $20. "We have a minimum amount of risk for a really substantial reward,"

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Councilman Patrick Ryan said. City manager Jim Couch said the city would have about $2 million in expenses to recover, including about $1 million in game-day expenses, $500,000 in relocation costs including housing, $300,000 for office space and $200,000 for improvements to the arena. The city already has a Triple-A baseball team, the Oklahoma RedHawks, an arena football team and a minorleague hockey team. After the New Orleans Arena was damaged by the Aug. 29 hurricane, Cornett offered the Ford Center as a temporary home. Numerous other cities _ including San Diego, Las Vegas, Nashville, Tenn., and Kansas City, Mo.

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Nigh University Center Room 322 Every Monday For more Information call 205-9526 or 210-3011

seeking PT employees for positions in the Bag room. Morning and afternoon shifts are available. We are looking for individuals who are well groomed and responsible with reliable transportation. Call A.J. at 7715800 for info or come by to fill out an application. River Oaks is located 1.5 miles east of 1-35 on Hefner Rd at the second River Oaks entrance.

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Across from UCO 341-7911 or visit our website www.kennedyplace.com

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

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

Group and individual raters, fund raisers_

2 bed, all appliances, $350/mo, $200/dep. THATCHER duplex, 1 bed, $425 all bills paid, free wash/dry nearby. Call 388-1519 or 208-2577.

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TWO BEDROOM house for rent. Carport, w/d hookups, walk to UCO. 1102 Florence, $640/mo, $400/ dep. Call 706-3972 or 720-2972.

1994 HONDA Accord LX, 4-dr, auto, AC, $3550 1995 CAMARO, auto, alloy wheels, very nice, $2950 1999 MITSUBISHI Eclipse, pwr locks & windows, AC, cd player, 5-sp, $4950 2000 MUSTANG convertible, auto, all power, AC, CD, $6850 2000 MA Sephia, auto, power locks & windows, 4-dr, AC, $2950 For info, 590-2100 or 330-2100. GARAGE SALE SEMINOLE POINTE Neighborhood garage sale Saturday, September 24, 8am to 1pm. Stop by 2516 NW 162nd Terrace 73013. Clothes, appliances, electronics, furniture, jewelry and more. Free drink w/$5+ purchase WHILE THEY LAST! Follow the neon arrows!

2002 FORD FOCUS ZTS! 5-sp,

**#1 SPRING BREAK Website! Low prices guaranteed. Free Meals & Free Drinks. Book 11 people, get 12th trip free! Group discounts for 6+. www.SpringBreakDiscounts.com or www.LeisureTours.com or 800-838-8202.

SPRING BREAK 2006. Travel with Student Travel Services, America's #1 student tour operator to Jamaica, Cancun, Acapulco, Bahamas and Florida. Now hiring on-campus reps. Call for group discounts. Info/Reservations 1800-648-4849 or www.ststravel.com

ROOMMATES

area, _ block to UCO, Refrig, stove, dishwasher, w/d included. $550/mo plus $550/dep. Call 824-8954, 348-9405.

ily. $425, all bills paid. W/D, garage, own bathroom. Furnished or unfurnished available. International students welcome. Call 285-7288.

ROOMMATE needed, $430/mo, all bills paid, washer and dryer, 285-7850.

Prada EXPRESS Seven Liz Claiborne

34 SE 33rd St. 23 341-0598

UCO, Nigh University Center Rm. 150 Edmond, OK 73034

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ROOM FOR RENT w/young fam-

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Thursday 10-7 PM Saturday 10-5 PM Closed Sunday & Monday

Monday-Friday 10a.m.-5p.m. Evenings & Saturdays By Appointment

Bring someone with you to run off the road.

football] field, furnished, all bills paid, 1015 Chowning, 285-5900.

TWO BED, 1 bath four-plex. Quiet

Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 10-6 PM

(405) 340.4226

(2nd and Bryant) South of Walgreen's.

DILLON PARK Apts, N of the

MOBILE HOMES 612 W 2nd St (off Fretz)

Carefully worn, perfectly priced

A full service hair salon Professional stylists Specialists in ethnic hair

301 S. Bryant (Ashling Sq.) A300

Edmond has the following properties available now: 201 W 6th, 3-1, $695 2809 Greenfield, 3-2-2, $995 2113 S Blvd, 3-1-1, $695 1011 Dustin, 3-2-2, $995(Oct) CALL 405-844-6101

KENNEDY PLACE APTS 1,2&3 Bedrooms

Ladies upscale resale

Any one regular priced item with a valid UCO ID

EXPRESS Property Mgmt in

71K, all power, AC, 16" wheels, 6 CD, spoiler, fog lamps, xenon lights, tint, $6395 OBO, 405-326-5495.

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20 % OFF

A place to take a break from studies, drive like a maniac, have no fear of tickets! ! Orselamr3C MOIcscli4=mar racing, great stress relief, temp. controlled, affordable fun-

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