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WEDNESDAY, JAN. 12, 2010
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SGA to host Blizzard Bash, elections this semester Lindsey Ales Staff Writer The University of West Florida Student Government Association is gearing up for Blizzard Bash, elections, and choosing the members of the year-long spirit squad, SGA Chief of Staff Amy Bueno said. Blizzard Bash is SGA’s big event to kick-off the spring semester next Thursday from
3-5 p.m. There will be plenty of free food, great prizes and wintery things. SGA also invites everyone to support the basketball teams after the festivities end. The girl’s game is at 5:30 p.m. in the Field House. SGA has many goals they hope to achieve this semester. “We hope to maintain all of the projects we started and follow through with everything we have promised for
this year,” said Bueno. SGA President Josh Finley is very excited for an exciting spring semester. “We’re looking forward to another great semester,” said Finley. “We have a lot of projects planned. The students look forward to a much more active and visible SGA.” Finley said he and Bense are going to continue their joint office hours Feb. 23
from 2-4 p.m. in the SGA office. Elections will be the biggest event SGA will host this semester. There are still open positions in the cabinet. Anyone who is interested in running can apply at the SGA office. Election days are set for March 28-29. SGA is seeking spirited students to join the year-long spirit squad. “The squad was created
“We hope to maintain all of the projects we started and follow through with everything we have promised for this year.” — Amy Bueno SGA Chief of Staff to help keep spirit and traditions up throughout the year,” said Bueno.
Pool nears completion
“Applications will be available in the SGA office next week.”
VOYAGER IN BRIEF Sports
Young stays grounded in faith Forward Jessica Young leads the UWF women’s basketball team in scoring with a total of 10.6 points per game. Despite success, her faith remains her top priority and helps her persevere. See full story on page 7
Opinion Photo by Joslyn Rosado
The dehumidification system above the pool is almost complete. The Aquatic Center was expected to open this month, but the dehumidification system was shipped late and delayed the reopening until February.
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Aquatic Center is expected to be reopened in February Joslyn Rosado Staff Writer
The reopening of the University of West Florida Aquatic Center, which was originally planned for the beginning of January, has now been pushed back a month. The Aquatic Center has been closed since December 2009. “I thought we were opening Jan. 5,” said the assistant director of aquatics, Nancy Quina. “I’m thinking early February, around Feb. 7, but it can be two weeks longer.” The hold-up on the completion of this project was due to the dehumidification system’s shipping out late. “They were supposed to get them in November,” Quina said. “They got them in December. It was oversize load, they were trucked down, and every state has restrictions when you can drive.” The dehumidification system was shipped from the company Dectron, located in Canada. A few more steps of the project remain to be done before it will be complete, including inspections.
Besser remembered, tax policy discussed Friends and family remember Ron Besser, long-time contributor to The Voyager. Opinions editor W. Paul Smith discusses the U.S. Senate’s filibuster process, and contributing writer Bob Thomas addresses changes in the tax policy. See full stories on page 3
A&E
Photo by Joslyn Rosado
The new additions to the pool’s filtration system stand ready to operate in time for the reopening. The Aquatic Center was closed in fall 2009 so that new equipment See Pool, page 2 and a dehumidification system could be installed.
Bense’s contract officially extended to 2015 Molly Bruno Staff Writer The University of West Florida can anticipate advances in student growth, quality academics and campus life with the vision of UWF President Judy Bense and Board of Trustees Chairman, Gen. Charles Horner. Bense’s contract at UWF was officially extended in December and expires on June 30, 2015. Kim Brown, chief of staff, said that Bense is energized and enthusiastic about the contract extension, but her overall goals for UWF remain the same. “This is her opportunity to move it forward after 30 years of observation,” Brown said. Bense is focusing on a consistent set of goals that include creating a stronger university, invest-
ing in student life, maintaining academic quality and becoming a more visible university, Brown said. A main goal Bense is working to achieve is to raise the number of students at UWF to 12,200 by fall. This would be an increase of 1,000 students from the current spring semester. Brown, who has worked with the past three presidents, also commented on Bense’s enthusiasm for her position as president. “That is a passion that can never be purchased,” she said. Brown explained that the contract extension means even more time to accomplish the goals Bense has addressed. “We’re going to accomplish so many things,” she said. Joining the effort to move UWF in a positive direction,
newly elected chairman of the Board of Trustees, Gen. Charles Horner said he feels humbled and honored to hold his position that begins this month. “He has really strong leadership experience and a long-term commitment to the institution,” said Brown. Horner’s main goal for the university is to improve quality in many areas including student life and in the classroom. He explained that although UWF will not be a huge institution, it is very important for the university to grow in size. He also emphasized the Board of Trustee’s obligation to faculty. Whether providing funds or new opportunities, Horner intends to “fully endorse” the faculty. Another goal of Horner’s is to keep UWF a “generator of excel-
“This is her opportunity to move [the university] forward after 30 years of observation.” — Kim Brown Chief of Staff, Office of the President lence” by encouraging faculty and students to do well and seize greater opportunities. “It’s a real blessing to UWF to have a local board of trustees,” Brown said.
CFPA presents ‘Paperworks’ The UWF Center for Fine and Performing Arts is featuring its exhibition “Paperworks.” New Orleans curator and gallerist Mia Kaplan will discuss the exhibition at the opening reception on Jan. 13. See full story on page 4
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Rent-a-Text, e-books save students money Gabriela Barbosa Staff Writer Congress and many state legislatures have tried to curb the price of textbooks in the last few years, but relief from rising prices has not been seen in the past or current semester. The UWF Bookstore, part of The Follett Higher Education Group, partnered with the University of West Florida to create a more economic way for students to obtain textbooks. In fall 2008, UWF started the Rent-A-Text program so that students could rent their textbooks instead of having to pay full price for new or used ones. “By renting textbooks, students can save on average 50 percent or more off the cost of a new book,“ Greg Kirby, UWF Bookstore manager, said. “Students are able to use the book and simply return it to the UWF Bookstore at the end of the term.”
Although Kirby guarantees that the Rent-AText program is here to stay, he explained that not all textbooks will be eligible for rent. Textbooks that come with access codes will remain unavailable. This innovative way of getting those expensive books that everyone is required to have has gotten positive feedback around campus. UWF student Phylicia Pearson said this semester was her first time renting books, but that she hopes to keep renting in the future. “I got one book for half price and got $20 off another one, which is a lot better than paying the original price,” Pearson said. Another student, Madeline Sapp, said she saved $100 dollars on just one book by renting it. “I rented last semester, and it was great,” she said. “It’s easier to return, and you don’t have to worry about selling it back. It saves you money every time.”
In addition to minimizing the cost of textbooks, the UWF Bookstore has a growing number of e-books through UWF’s digital platform, CafeScribe. For example, the textbook “Newspaper Designer’s Handbook” costs $68.00 in print and only $49.81 as an e-book. “Psychology, 5th Edition,” a book that normally costs $122.67, is available for $61.33, and “Calculus” is available as an e-book for $118.37, rather than $209.95. As UWF gave students the option to rent textbooks last year, 1,500 other four-year college and university bookstores around the country did also, including many Florida institutions such as Pensacola State College, Daytona State College and the University of Florida. With an estimated $700 to $1,100 range that students spend annually on books, getting discounts on textbooks can be a big help to many students’ financial problems.
“ B y re n ti n g t e x t b o o ks , s t u d e n t s c an save 50% o r m o re. ” — Greg Kirby UWF Bookstore manager
Graphic by Jarrett Moore
University loses ‘campus paparazzo’ Terry Strickland Staff Writer University of West Florida student Ron Besser died in an automobile accident on Nov. 30, 2010, at the age of 69. Those who knew him said he would be remembered for his kindness, passion for life and learning, and dedication to the university. Besser came to UWF in 1991, after a 27-year career as a Navy submariner. He earned bachelor’s degrees in interdisciplinary humanities and journalism, and he was working towards a master’s degree in political science when he died. He could often be seen trudging across campus with his camera around his neck, always smiling. He earned the nickname “campus paparazzo.” While at UWF, Besser volunteered with many organizations, including the theatre department and the Pensacola Opera. At the Voyager, he was the chief photographer and a columnist, and he served as editor-in-chief in 2001 and
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Ron Besser was often seen taking pictures at events for several organizations on campus, including The Voyager. He died in an automobile accident on Nov. 30, after serving the university faithfully since 1991. 2002. Matt Rowley, sports information director, said Besser had photographed nearly every home game. “He was relentlessly cheerful and positive, and he always had something to say,” Rowley said. “He had a great sense of humor, and
his laugh was infectious. “Any team that came to play at UWF knew who he was, and they came to expect to see Ron and say hi when they came here. “I’ll always remember seeing him walk by the office with a stack of burned discs in his hand,
Pool: Reopening set for February “They’re working on the fire alarm system right now,” Quina said. “They still have to get the units online, test them, make sure everything’s good. Then the health inspector and the Escambia County inspector have to come in, and they have to wait for Dectron’s people to come down to get the units set up. Everything’s computerized.” Even when the Aquatic Center reopens, there will still be more work to do. “Not everything we want to get done will be complete, but they’re just trying to get
this permit closed so we can have a pool,” Quina said. The UWF swim club has been the most affected by the pool’s closure. For the last year, they have been forced to hold practice at Pensacola State College during a limited number of hours. “We have to go over to PSC to practice, and sometimes we can’t all get together to practice because we have to practice so late,” freshman marine biology major Leah Hartigan said. “They allow us to go Monday through Thursday from 8 to 10 p.m.,
but the pool closes at 10 p.m., so we have to get out a little early. I don’t have a car, so we carpool.” The closure has also forced students who wanted to be a part of the swim club to be unable to join. “I was going to do swim club and water polo, but I can’t do that because I’m not able to drive to PSC every day,” freshman healthcare administration major Alison Thomas said. The team is looking forward to being able to swim on campus again.
waiting to drop them off after a weekend’s worth of games.” Valmae Besser, who was married to Ron for 43 years, said he loved UWF and considered the people on campus his family. A memorial service was held for Besser at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts on Dec. 7. More than 300 people attended. Former Voyager editorin-chief Georgia Adams was there. She said that Besser had possessed a personality so big that it was impossible to comprehend that he was noofmore 11352-University west Florida:Layout 1 – that it would be impossible to forget him.
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Heartfelt thank you to all at UWF
Bob Thomas Contributing Writer
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have always felt that UWF was more than an institute of higher learning. The sudden death of my husband, Ron Besser, proved I was right. UWF is special, a family in the best sense of the word. The outpouring of love and prayers will sustain me. I am a fortunate woman. Ron always gave his best and expecting the best from others was rarely disappointed. Students, aim high and remember your only best effort is acceptable in any and every endeavor. Yours is the responsibility. The support system is there for you, faculty second to none, counselors and TA’s. Don’t’ be afraid to ask for help, everyone wants you to succeed. Also, please don’t walk around with eyes downcast, texting or on the phone. You cannot see the beauty of nature, hear the birds or even be alert to your surroundings. Instead, greet the people you see with a smile, talk to those people and maybe make new friends. Today is the first day of the rest of your life. Learn something new. With sincere thanks to all,
Valmae Besser
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Saying Goodbye to Ron Besser
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y friend Ron Besser died in a car accident Nov. 30. Which means, in a nutshell, that my friend Ron has changed. He’s not the same thing I am anymore, which is going to make communicating with him extremely hard. In life, communicating was never something that Ron found difficult to do. Aside from being known around the office as a man who knew everything that was happening on campus and could be everywhere at once to take pictures of it all, Ron was regarded as a storyteller. His stories were amazing streams of consciousness that would take you around the world (as he had been in the Navy) and across time as though he’d lived every possible scenario known to man and they were all somehow one long occurrence that happened to him on his way into the office. I fear the newsroom will be a much quieter place now, a place with a lot fewer stories being told. My story of Ron Besser, the one that I make sure to tell everyone and the one that will outlive me and all of my successors as editor in chief, was how he single-handedly more or less saved The Voyager. Aside from being absolutely irreplaceable as a multitalented member of our staff, Ron was responsible for rescuing The Voyager from certain doom, or at least a drastic diminishing of its size and quality. In the summer of 2001, the students who had been selected as
editor-in-chief and managing editor simultaneously decided they wouldn’t serve. Without these two people, it looked very much like the university would not get a paper that semester, which might mean that it would never be able to have a full-fledged one again. Rather than let that happen, Ron volunteered to become editor and gathered a proper staff, some of whom became the editors in subsequent years. It’s because of him that our ship continues to sail, and, I hope, will continue to sail for generations to come. It will be hard not to expect him to walk through the door on Mondays with a new CD full of photos for that week’s edition. In this semester’s last issue alone, he produced both a batch of pictures for our Sports and A&E sections and a column to fill out the Opinions section. For me and the other editors his contribution was a godsend. To him it was all in a day’s work. We all thanked him profusely when we last saw him, which was really only an iota of the true praise he was owed. I’d like to think that wherever he is now, he is surely living by the tonguein-cheek credo that he’d always sign off with when he’d leave the office: stir the pot, cause trouble, raise hate and discontent. And I know, without a doubt, that whoever he’s with right now is listening to one hell of a good story. — Mike Greear
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Time to reform the filibuster W. Paul Smith Opinions Editor
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emocratic Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand of New York announced last week that she would be leading the charge to reform Senate rules and procedure, chief among which is the way the filibuster has come to be used today. When most people think of the filibuster, they perhaps conjure the image of Jimmy Stewart in Frank Capra’s classic 1939 film “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington,” wherein Stewart played freshman Senator Jefferson Smith who during the film’s climax conducts a filibuster to delay a corrupt bill and prove his innocence on trumped-up charges. The filibuster—a term derived from the Dutch word for “pirate”—is an arcane obstructionist tool in which a senator can prevent a measure from being brought to a vote by extending the debate indefinitely. This is usually done by simply ranting on the Senate floor for hours on end. A filibuster can only be defeated by invoking cloture—a measure that will bring the debate on a bill to a close, but requires 60 votes to invoke. Therefore, any time a senator decides to filibuster a bill, 60 votes will be required to even get the bill through the debate and on to the floor for an actual vote. Originally, the Senate could end debate on a bill by what was known as the “Previous Question Motion,” whereby a simple majority (today would be 51 out of 100) could bring the bill to the floor for a vote—a rule the House of Representatives still currently uses. But at the urging of Vice President Aaron Burr, the provision was eventually dropped in 1806, leaving the potential open for a filibuster. When the “Previous Question Motion” was dropped, the Senate did not replace it with any procedure to end debate, so the filibuster became a theoretical option to delay or block a bill from being brought to a vote on the
Higher taxes on rich won’t solve problems
floor by never ending the debate and support of 60 senators to have a chance simply talking out the clock. to ever be brought to a vote—when The first filibuster in the Senate normally a bill only requires a simple occurred on March 11, 1841, when majority of 51 to pass. several senators ranted at length to Throughout the entire 19th century, object to the firing of Senate printfewer than two dozen filibusters were ers (staffers responsible for printing conducted in the Senate—and in the congressional records). 1970s, approximately 20 per year. One of the But just in the strange rules past two years, about the filibusSenate Majority “Using the filibuster ter is the senaLeader Harry Reid tor or senators has had to file for as an obstructionist conducting it cloture to end a are not required filibuster threat by tool in this manner to speak about Republicans 136 is antithetical to the actual bill in times. question when Using the filibusthe original intent extending debate, ter as an obstrucof the Senate as a and are free to tionist tool in this bluster at will on manner is antithetideliberative body any topic. cal to the original and grinds the Louisiana intent of the Senate Senator Huey P. as a deliberative legislative process Long was known body and grinds the to read to read legislative process to an infuriating the plays of to an infuriating halt.” Shakespeare and halt. recipes for oyster Sen. Gillibrand dishes during is currently recomhis filibusters mending returning throughout the 1930s. to what is being referred to by some The longest and perhaps most as the “Jimmy Stewart rule,” meaning infamous filibuster on record is that that a senator cannot simply make an of South Carolina Senator Strom empty threat to filibuster, but must Thurmond, who railed for 24 hours actually take to the floor and talk until and 18 minutes trying to block the Civil he drops. Rights Act of 1957. This idea makes some sense— These days, however, long gone are considering the Senate has become the the Jimmy Stewart-like speeches on the ultimate theater of the absurd, might as Senate floor. well add some flair for the theatrical. Now all a senator has to do is simply Independent Senator Bernie Sanders threaten to filibuster a bill—even from Vermont recently did exactly this, though they perhaps have no actual when on Dec. 10, 2010, he harangued intention of ever ranting for hours on for eight and a half hours over the the floor. extension of the Bush-era tax cuts for Once only used as a rare delaying the rich. tactic, the filibuster today has become Perhaps the better solution would standard operating procedure in the be to end the filibuster altogether Senate to require a cloture motion for and return to days of the “Previous nearly every important bill. Question Motion.” This means that almost every signifiWhatever the solution, the time for cant piece of legislation must have the reform is now.
Opinions Editor, W. Paul Smith/opinions@thevoyager.net
axing the millionaires and billionaires seems to be the rallying cry of the left when it comes to the issue of whether or not to extend the so-called “Bush tax cuts.” Unfortunately, it indicates either complete ignorance of the subject or deliberate deception on the part of the members of Congress. The issue surrounding the Bush tax-cuts is whether to raise the tax rates on those making over $250,000 per year. But the amount of taxable income of an individual has nothing to do with whether they are a millionaire or billionaire. Millionaires and billionaires are determined by something called the fair value of net assets. This is measured by taking the fair value of everything they own (assets) and subtracting all of their debts (liabilities). If that amount equals or exceeds one million dollars, then they are considered a millionaire. It has nothing to do with how much income they earn. One can be a millionaire and have zero income, and one can earn more than $250,000 and have negative net assets. For instance, I can own land valued at one million, have no debts, live with my parents, and have zero income, or I could have paid one million for a house that has a $750,000 mortgage and a fair value in the current depressed market of only $500,000. My net assets are negative yet I could be earning $250,000 per year. Voters would be surprised at the number of ordinary Americans who worked at the same job most of their life, saved their money, paid their bills, and are now millionaires—living on $60,000 of retirement income. And many will need all of these assets just to cover their medical costs in old age. An alternative available to the very wealthy is the ability to take advantage of the tax law to reduce their taxable income. When the founder of the Dodge Motor Corporation retired, his widow sold the company to Chrysler, Corporation. The deal was structured such that she was paid in municipal bonds. Yes, the gain on the sale of the company was taxable but she lived the remainder of her life on nontaxable interest income. And if they are a physician making over $250,000, they just work less and earn less, despite the Democrat party line that those earning over $250,000 are largely small business people. Small business employs the overwhelming majority of Americans. I have seen tax returns for owners of car dealerships and family farms with taxable income that exceeded $250,000. Certainly not people we would consider billionaires. Taxing people in this income category only serves to reduce the number of people they hire, increasing unemployment. So why deliberately mislead the populous? A large part of the constituency of the Democrat party is lower income, under-educated people. The Democrats need this “class warfare” argument to keep this voter base. The irony here is that most of the Democrat members of Congress are millionaires.
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TAG has first 2011show Photo by Roxie Hebson
This work is on display at the CFPA.
Roxie Hebson Staff Writer A sculpture made from window blinds, painted neon green and black, suspends in a twisted position from the wall, while across the room, white gloves rest on a wooden pedestal next to a beige sheet of paper. Nearby hangs a paper canvas with geometrical figures sketched in black on it. All of these diverse pieces of art are featured in The Art Gallery at the University of West Florida’s current exhibit, “Paperworks.” “This is a national exhibit of works that all utilize paper — paper sculpture, collage made from paper, art that uses a paper canvas — they are all included,” said Amy Bowman, director of the Art Gallery, TAG UWF. The “Paperworks” exhibit will be on display through Feb. 3. According to a news release from the Center for Fine and Performing Arts, the purpose of the exhibition is to “explore the endless manipulation of paper-based art, whether serving as a canvas or as the primary medium for the work itself.” Bowman said that
paper is an ancient material that has been used for many centuries throughout history in art. Bowman also said the exhibit has brought artists from all over the country to UWF and that she believes it will elevate the level of art in the community. “As with all the exhibits throughout the year, the real mission is to bring high-quality art to the campus and the community at-large,” Bowman said. “The exhibit enhances the academic environment at UWF and serves as a cultural resource for the community.” The CFPA created the “Paperworks” exhibit several years ago and runs it biennially. The current show was juried by Mia Kaplan, a New Orleans curator and gallerist. Kaplan selected all of the works featured and will be present at the “Paperworks” opening reception Jan. 13 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. to discuss the exhibit. The department of art collaborated with UWF graphic design majors Richard Humphreys and Don Hill to create the
Photos by Roxie Hebson
Mia Kaplan is the guest juror for the UWF Center for Fine and Performing Arts’ exhibition “Paperworks.” The exhibition features her works of art and will hold an opening reception Jan. 13. The exhibition will run until Feb. 3 at the CFPA. publicity materials associated with the exhibit. Hill said he enjoyed working on this collaborative effort. “I find
that each new project I work on for TAG brings new challenges as well as creative opportunities,” Hill said. “The goal
was to create a collectible catalog with archival and sentimental value.” Bowman said bringing in the graphic design
students tied in the evolving nature of paper in art in an age where paper is co-existing with digital and multi-media art forms.
CAB features two known comedians Chelsea Heiser Staff Writer
Photo by Shawn Hadrahan
Play is located at 16 S. Palafox in downtown Pensacola. The “barcade” features a full bar, a wide selection of beers and spirits and a variety of arcade games. RIGHT: Patrons enjoy a night at Play.
Child’s fun for adults Shawn Handrahan Staff Writer As downtown Pensacola continues to expand, the Vinyl Music Hall and Suite Ultra Lounge aren’t the only new and interesting places that have recently opened their doors. Also joining the category of downtown clubs is Pensacola’s first “barcade,” Play. Think of Chuck E. Cheese for adults or a scaled-down Dave and Busters. Play, opened by co-owners Edwin Banacia and Albert Lao on Nov. 24, is located at 16 South Palafox St. on the second floor between Hopjacks and Will Call. A bright yellow stairwell
leading up to the bar and games pays tribute to classic games like Pac-Man and Tetris. Upstairs is a smoke-free area with a long wooden bar, flat-screen TV’s, an Internet jukebox and many, many games. “The owner was here the other night asking everyone how they were enjoying the new place and what he could do to improve which I thought was really cool,” April Hauck, 22, said. “He also said that he is still looking to invest into more games as well, so I’m looking forward to seeing the place expand.” The full-service bar is loaded with over 20 different microbrews and bartenders that know their
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way around a drink to point you in the right direction for something new and delicious. Many drink specials are available too, everything from $1 draft beers during any football game to getting a free shot for 60 skee-ball tickets. “This is my new favorite hangout,” Jason Godwin, 31, said. “They have so much to do that I could stay here all night. Plus the music is good and the beer is cheap — you can’t beat that.” Even with the good and cheap drinks, you can’t have a barcade without an arcade, and Play delivers. First off, Play is the only bar in town with a regulation skee-ball alley. They hold a skee-ball league
on Monday’s and distribute weekly prizes to the winners, anything from bar tabs to iPads. Play also has a plethora of other games such as classics like Mrs. Pac-Man and Galaxy, to newer games like Call of the Wild. If you prefer more hands-on games over electronics, Play has you covered as well. With two pool tables, a foosball table and basketball, there is a game that will peak everyone’s interest. Play is open seven days a week and since its opening day, has gained more and more customers, co-owner Lao said, making it a great stop during your night on the town.
UWF. President of CAB Jhonny Denis said “These On January 13 at two comedians bring a 8:30 p.m., two stand up unique style, together.” comedians, Kyle Grooms Denis is a senior and and Erik Rivera, will be c o m m u n i c a t i o n a r t s performing separate acts major at UWF. Rivera at the University of West and Grooms differ from Florida. UWF’s Campus some of Activity the other Board will be comedians hosting both that have acts. performed K y l e at UWF, G r o o m s because and Erik they are Rivera are more widely both cultural k n o w n . comedians. Denis said They both “we want incorporate to bring their ethnicity an act that to perform a Special to the Voyager is proven great show. successful.” They also Erik Rivera will perform E r i k use real life at UWF with Kyle R i v e r a s i t u a t i o n s Grooms on Thursday. and Kyle pertaining to G r o o m s young people. are young upcoming Grooms and Rivera are comedians, and have a very relatable comedians. lot to offer. Rivera and They p e r s o n i f i e d Grooms’ make those today’s generation and clutch- your- gut- and make it satirical. bend- over kind of funny CAB’s executive board jokes. comes together to watch These two diverse numerous comedians. If comedians are a perfect all the board members match for our diverse decide that the comedi- student body. This is a ans would bring a great show everyone on campus show and a good fit for will be able to enjoy. The UWF students, then they cost is free to all UWF are chosen to perform at students.
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CFPA to present many new events Josh Cooper Staff Writer The Center for Fine and Performing Arts at the University of West Florida is on track to provide creativity and entertainment for the spring semester. All three of the departments located in the building are preparing for an exciting semester with new art exhibits, play productions and musical concerts. Charles Houghton, Chair of the Theater Department, was enthusiastic about the upcoming productions. “Summer and Smoke” (a Tennessee Williams play) is the first production of the semester, starting Feb. 17, 2011. It is a fairly large production and is directed by a student (which is a rare honor). Shelia Mettetal is the senior honor student who is directing the play. Another big production is “Brigadoon,” which will take place in April. “Brigadoon,” which is a musical, is a collaboration project between the Theater and Music departments. It is being directed by Leah Arington. In this production, the theater is bringing in some guest professional artists, including a lighting designer and a scenic designer. The Art Department is also excited about its four exhibits coming
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The UWF Center for Fine and Performing Arts have lots of events planned for art, music and theatre. up this semester. Amy Bowman, Art Gallery Director, was eager to show the calendar of upcoming exhibits. The first exhibit is a biannual exhibit called “Paperworks,” and it opens to the public Jan. 13, 2011. Mai Capland, an artist from New Orleans, is coming in as a judge for the exhibit. The second exhibit is “Tagged,” an annual student exhibit, it opens Feb. 10, 2011. This exhibit is open to all UWF students who want to show their art in the TAG Gallery. The third exhibit is the “Iconicity” exhibit, and it opens March 10, 2011. It is a poster show to express the mix between design and fine art. Artists Scott Campbell and Albert Exergian are the guests for this event. The fourth and final exhibit
is the BFA exhibit, and it opens April 21, 2011. The Music Department will have events every week for the semester. Dr. Joseph Spaniola was “very excited” about the St. Louis Brass Quintet coming Jan. 31, 2011. “Not a week goes by where something exciting doesn’t happen in the Center of Fine and Performing Arts,” Spaniola said. Other events have many guest artists including a guitarist and the annual Festival on the Green. In April, many student events including choirs and jazz combos will be prevalent. The Center for Fine and Performing Arts welcomes everyone to j o i n i n t h e i r e ve n t s . Event calendars are available for anyone who is interested at the information desk in the building.
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The Argo Link Meet and Greet is a celebration sponsored by Student Transition Programs for first-time freshmen! First time in college students will be able to meet their Argo Link Liaisons and mingle with other freshmen. The event will be held at 5 p.m. in the Commons Auditorium. Free food and drinks will be served. Please remember to attend this event you must be a first-time in college freshmen.
For the first time this school year the Campus Activity Board & CARS committee will bring you a comedy show with not only one comedian, but two at 8:30 p.m. in the Commons Auditorium. Comedian Kyle Grooms is best known for his hilarious half-hour stand-up special on Comedy Central and his guest appearances on VH-1, NBC’s Last Comic Standing and Chappelle’s Show. On the other hand, comedian Erik Rivera is one of the most requested comedians on both coasts. When in New York he can be found nightly at the Comedy Cellar, The Comic Strip Live, Comix, Broadway Comedy Club, and in Los Angeles he calls the Laugh Factory, The Ice House and the Hollywood Improv his comedy homes.
For more information, contact Stephen Loveless at 850-474-7229 or e-mail at argolink@uwf.edu. Jan. 12 All are welcome to hear Mark Whitacre, the subject of the movie “The Informant,” speak at 6 p.m. at the UWF Conference Center (Building 22). Whitacre will share the compelling story of his life as a corporate whistleblower. Limited seating available. For more information, contact UWF Internal Auditing at 860-4742636 or e-mail at bbowers@uwf.edu. Jan. 12 Center Stage will be presenting the first Open Mic Night of the semester at 8:30 p.m. in the Argo Galley. Do you like to sing, play an instrument, write or read poetry, do stand-up comedy or want to do anything else you can behind a microphone? Sign-ups begin at 8 p.m. Cash prizes awarded to the top four performers! Sponsored by the Center Stage Committee of the CAB and funded through A&S fees allocated through SGA. For more information, e-mail Christina Duncan at saoj1@uwf.edu. Jan. 13 Brigette Robinson will defend her dissertation titled “Racial Identity Development, Relationship Quality, and Psychological Well-being Among White Females in White Female/Black Male Interracial Relationships” at 11 a.m. in Building 77, Room 107. For more information, e-mail Lucrecia Burnette at lburnette@uwf.edu.
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A comic by Zach North
For more information including prices, e-mail UWF Ticket Office at 850-474-2405. Jan. 14 This workshop will address social media and its relevance in the job search process. It will cover multiple social networks and how they can be used to network in and outside the area for job prospects. It will also cover how to create a professional social network. Career Services will present a Personal Branding Workshop from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. in Building 22, Room 265. All students are invited to attend. Preregistration is available, R.S.V.P. by calling Career Services at 850-474-2254, stopping by Building 19, North Entrance.
PILED HIGHER DEEPER
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For more information, email Career Services at career@uwf.edu. Jan. 18 Third party testers will offer FREE Rapid Response HIV testing Jan. 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. upstairs in the Commons. Appointments are on a first-come first-serve basis. Testing requires a finger prick and takes about 20 minutes to receive results.
LAST DITCH EFFORT
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For more information, contact Wellness Services at 850-4742258 or e-mail at wellness@uwf.edu.
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Sports Fitness &
Photos by Ron Besser Jessica Young, who transferred from Wallace-Hanceville Community College, is known for her ability to rebound on the offensive and defensive side of the ball.
Young rebounds from red-shirt year n UWF senior forward relies on
faith after missing a year W. Paul Smith Staff writer Senior forward Jessica Young is back on the basketball court with a vengeance, bringing her faith and perseverance to the game and having a great season so far with the Argonauts. After a year of being red-shirted, Young has already been named MVP of the UWF Tip-Off Classic and the Highpoint Hotel Corporation Classic, and currently leads her team in rebounds and is tied for most points scored. “Some people think she’s just a rebounder,” said Head Coach Shannan Bergen, “but here at this next level, she’s become a dominant inside force for
scoring as well.” Young said she considers her successes this season to be a great accomplishment for her. “I used to think it was just rebounding,” Young said. “But when the season started the coach would give us our roles, and she would tell me, ‘you are a scorer too.’” Young has scored 136 points so far for the Argonauts this season. “I feel like I work a lot harder with the Argonauts than I usually would,” Young said. “Coach Bergen pushes you to that level.” Bergen said Young has become a well-rounded dominant force on the court, shooting successfully about 57 percent from the floor. “She can block shots and
alter shots,” Bergen said. “She’s a great finisher, and also scores from the free throw line as well.” Young, 23, a psychology major, originally transferred from WallaceHanceville Community College in Hanceville, Ala. and grew up about an hour away from Hanceville in Hillsborough, Ala. “[Young] has a good heart and plays hard,” said Kristian Diggs, senior point guard. “As a teammate she’s a very reliable, go-to player with a strong presence on the floor.” Diggs, 22, a marketing/ sales-management major, grew up with Young in Hillsborough. “We’ve been playing basketball together since we were 8 years old,” Diggs said. But Diggs said it was just a coincidence that she ended up playing with Young on the Argonauts team.
“Everything just sort of she enjoys spending time panned out that we ended with her teammates, going up here together,” Diggs out to eat and hanging out said. “It wasn’t planned, at the mall. but it was just sort of fate But Young said her most that we were back together important off-the-court again.” activity is Diggs attending was also church. “I feel like I work red-shirted She and a lot harder with last season Diggs both due to a attend the the Argonauts then torn ACL. Believer’s I usually would Young Life Center because Coach and Diggs church in were both Pensacola. Bergen pushes you to supposed Faith that level” to be plays a finished very large playing last role in -Jessica Young season, but both of Senior foward in another their lives, coincion and off d e n c e , the court, both ended up being red- Young and Diggs said. shirted only to find them“You have to believe selves back together this in something or you’ll fall season. for anything,” Diggs said. “Here again,” Diggs said. “Church is a big must to “It was fate that we ended keep my life in order.” playing together.” Young said she prays Off the court, Young said every time before getting
on the court to ask God for strength. “Sometimes it can be kind of difficult,” Young said. “It can be stressful, especially when you’re losing a game. I just pray and keep God first, and he’ll work everything out. That’s how I feel.” Young says she hopes to eventually go back to school after she graduates for either nursing or maybe get a Ph.D in counseling psychology, but right now is focused primarily on basketball. “I come out and just try to do my best,” Young said. “I want make sure when I come off the court that I don’t say, ‘I wish and would done this or that.’ I want to make sure I have no regrets when I come off the court.” And if her success so far is any indication, after her great season with the Argonauts is finished, Young may have very little to regret.
Moore looks for wins Chris Elkins Staff writer Jamar Moore isn’t the most vocal player on the court. However, the star basketball player is letting his actions speak for themselves. The junior forward has led the Argonauts in rebounds in the past three games, scored more than 20 points in 5 consecutive games earlier in the season, and been the only player in the East Division to be named the Gulf South Conference Player of the Week more than once. “I’ve gotten awards before,” Moore said. “That doesn’t make a difference. I just want to win.” That’s all Moore has wanted to do since his mother put a basketball in his hands when he was 2 years old. Moore learned the game by playing with his father and watching his father play at a young age. After a successful high school and junior college career, Moore transferred to UWF because he felt like he was part of the family
right away after a campus visit Holmes said Moore is one of the with two of his Faulkner State top 3 easiest players to get along with on the team. His laid back but teammates. Moore said UWF is a lot bigger competitive attitude on and off the than Faulkner, and he had to court makes him easy to get along adjust to the bigger campus after with. Moore transferred from he was used to having all of his classes in the same building. Faulkner State with teammates Jamel Brazeal and Anthony However, Sims which made things he said the Jamar Moore easier as well. transition has Sophomore forward Peter Statistics been smooth. Connole said Moore gets U W F along with everyone. n 16.4 points per Graduate “Jamar’s awesome,” he game Assistant said. Coach Kenny Moore is living off campus n 8.0 rebounds Holmes said in Pensacola and said it’s per game Moore is different that what he’s used doing well to. in the class“There’s more freedom room and as well as expected but it makes you grow up and be offensively on the court. more responsible.” Moore said he was used to the In his free time, he likes to play coaching style of Head Coach Bob video games, watch Sports Center, Stinnett so that made the transi- and read the Bible. Moore said tion into the new program easy. church is a big part of his life, and “He’s laid back but he’ll get on he’s extremely family oriented. you if you mess up,” Moore said. Moore said he wants to help the “He lets the players play the game.” UWF team improve by securing Moore also found it easy to get the ball better and finishing plays. along with his new teammates. His goal for the team is to make
Photo by Jim Hogue Jamar Moore, junior forward, shoots a jumper over a defender. it to the post season, finish top 2 in the conference, and eventually get a banner on the gym wall for a
conference championship. “I just want to help the team win,” he said. “That’s all that matters to me.”
Argos defeated by Lady Rams
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Men’s basketball
Mobile 65-68 in a thriller UWF Sports Information The University of West Florida women’s basketball team (7-7) fell to the Mobile Lady Rams (9-5) tonight in Mobile, Ala. Jessica Young recorded a double-double for the night, with 13 points and 10 rebounds. The game concluded non-conference play for the Argonauts. UWF went up by five, 11-6, in the first half on a jumper by Sher’Ryan Scott. With UWF up, 27-21,
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Mobile went on a 10 point run to take the lead, 31-27. The first half ended with the Lady Rams leading by four, 35-31. Scott led UWF with 15 points in the first half. Adrienne Mackay had 11 points for Mobile. UWF tied the score at 35-35 early in the second half on a field goal by Jessica Young. A six point Mobile run put the Lady Rams up, 43-39. UWF went up by eight, 57-49, on a good two-point shot by
Kirstin McIntyre. Mobile re-gained the lead, 61-59, on a three-pointer by Morgan Melancon. UWF would come within one point, 62-61, but would not pull out the victory, as Mobile took the game, 68-65. For the game, Scott was the point leader for the Argonauts with 19. Jade Howard and Young both added 13 points. Mackay Young led the Lady Rams with 17 points, while Melancon added 13. The UWF women’s basketball team will open
Gulf South Conference play on Thursday, Jan. 13, as the Argos host AlabamaHuntsville at 5 p.m. at the UWF Field House. Fans are encouraged to wear white to the game, which is part of the 2011 Blizzard Bash White Out promotion hosted by the University of West Florida Student Government Association. UWF will host GSC East Division-foe North Alabama on Saturday, Dec. 15 at 2 p.m. Visit Goargos.com for more information.
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Jan. 13 vs. Alabama-Huntsville 7 p.m. Jan. 15 vs. North Alabama 4 p.m. Jan. 20 @ West Alabama 7:30 p.m. Jan. 27 @ Valdosta State 8 p.m.
Women’s basketball Jan. 13 vs. Alabama-Huntsville 5 p.m. Jan. 15 vs. North Alabama 2 p.m. Jan. 20 @ West Alabama 5:30 p.m. Jan. 27 @ Valdosta State 6 p.m.
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