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CRIME
Man leads cops on chase Monroe Police chased Keithen D. Johnson, 29, 1812 Filhiol Avenue, across Monroe on Tuesday night. The chase started when Johnson was stopped at a checkpoint at the 4200 block of Elm Street for not having proof of insurance. He then led police in a chase that stretched from Elm Street, and twisted its way through Monroe until finally stopping at the 1800 block of Filhiol. Johnson was charged with five offenses including resisting, no driver’s license and bringing contraband into a jail. He was booked into Ouachita Correctional Center.
BRIEF
Brumfield taken to hospital Emergency responders carried Vice President of Student Affairs Wayne Brumfield out of the library on a stretcher. Brumfield was placed in an ambulance a little after noon on Friday and sent to the hospital. An EMT reported that Brumfield had an “episode” and began to feel very lightheaded. He assured that Brumfield was okay and that it was nothing serious. The EMT said he was taken to the hospital as a precaution.
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North Korea Obama to unveil 4 die when plans to launch new immigration plane crashes missiles soon plan on Tuesday near parish jail BEIJING (MCT) - The United States and China reacted sharply to the latest torrent of belligerent language from North Korea, which called the U.S. its “archenemy” and said it planned to conduct another nuclear test despite international sanctions. China called for renewed negotiations with Pyongyang, while the United States promised “additional steps” beyond the expanded sanctions adopted by the United Nations earlier in the week. The sanctions notably had the support of Beijing, suggesting growing frustration with its longtime ally.
WASHINGTON (MCT)—President Barack Obama, following up on one of his campaign pledges from last fall, will unveil his plans for a comprehensive immigration overhaul Tuesday during a trip to Las Vegas. According to the White House, Obama will introduce a plan that includes a path to citizenship for illegal immigrants, which many Republicans oppose and liken to amnesty. The trip marks the first step toward fulfilling his promise to press for an immigration overhaul at the beginning of his second term.
Study may prove need for new center by Kevin Carroll
A new 10,000-14,000 seat arena may well be in Monroe’s future. A 90-day feasibility study kicked off Jan. 11 to determine how realistic that proposition is. The current Civic Center arena, opened in 1967, is showing its age. According to Monroe Community Affairs Director John Ross, Monroe has lost some public events due to lack of seating capacity. “Fewer seats mean that artists have to raise ticket prices to make a profit. They’d rather just go somewhere with a higher capacity,” Ross said. The new Civic Center would be better able to attract conventions if it were next to a four-star hotel. Conventioneers Taylor want to be able to eat, sleep, and meet in the same area, according to Ross. Also, the current Civic Center has high maintenance costs due to its age. The feasibility study will take all these factors into consideration. The study will also look into potential revenue sources for the new arena. This includes the possibility of a title sponsor. ULM has hosted events at the Civic Center in the past. “We always like to partner with
ULM. If they want to have a large concert, they can bring it here,” Ross said. Reasons to have ULM events at the Civic Center include the ability to sell alcohol and the convenience of having a staff to set up. For the past two years, ULM Campus Activities Board has cooperated with DeltaFest on the Spring Fever Concert. The aim is to bring good music to Monroe. It is open to the general public as well as students. “A new arena would draw higherquality entertainment. And ULM would benefit from the higher revenue generated by more ticket sales,” says Mike Roboski, head of CAB’s Spring Fever Committee. However, some students are on the fence about the new Civic Center. “I feel the old one is fine, and there are better things the city could use its money for,” said Tammy Taylor, a Mass Communications Junior. “On the other hand, I understand it is to attract more artists to the city, which will be better for our community.” Sophomore English major Cody McGurk commented, “I do see a lot of good. It would bring in more artists to Monroe. That’s one more reason to go to ULM.” The study should be completed by April 11. contact Kevin Carrol at carrollkp@warhawks.ulm.edu
Richwood—Four men, including three local men, died Thursday when their plane, flying from Beaumont, Texas, crashed into the woods outside of the Ouachita Correctional Facility. The FAA is investigating the crash. Preliminary findings show that the reasons for the crash are still unclear. Dean Hart, Sr., of West Monroe, Max Larche of Bastrop, Don Thompson of Monroe and Mason Maudlin of Little Rock, Ark. all died when the plane crashed just 300 yards from the parish jail. This crash was one of three plane crashes reported the FAA from across the country on Jan. 24.
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Various student organizations between Delta Community College and ULM paired to deliver food and other household goods to the local community soup kitchen. MLK artwork was on display during this event.
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NEWS
Suspect still at large after rape, abduction by Garrett Boyte
An alleged rapist is still on the loose, at the time of printing, after last week’s abduction of a female student on ULM’s campus. The incident, which was originally reported by university officials as an “off-campus assault,” was recorded by Monroe Police and ULM Police Departments as “forcible rape” and was first reported by The Hawkeye as such. ULM officials released a statement for why the attack was categorized as an “off-campus assault” and not “forcible rape.” “The purpose of the notification on Friday, Jan. 18, was to notify the university community of an alleged crime and a detailed description of the suspect. The notification also urged faculty, staff and students to remain vigilant of their surroundings, as safety is of the utmost importance at ULM,” said Laura Clark, Director of ULM Media Relations. According to police reports, the attacker, who claimed to have a gun, abducted the student on foot from Hemphill Hall and took her to the 3300 block of Armand Street, where she was raped. Afterward, she was walked back to campus by her attacker and released. She was then taken to the hospital to treat injuries sustained in the attack. The differences between “assault” and “forcible
rape” are noted in the laws of the State of Louisiana. Assault is a crime in which a person attempts a battery. Battery is when someone inflicts bodily harm on someone, and there are varying degrees. Forcible rape is when a person, who is raped, has given up any hope of resisting or is drugged. “Assault is at the bottom rung of the violence ladder, then there’s battery, then there’s the more serious offenses,” said Marcy Allen, a criminal defense attorney with Monroe law firm Cameron Murray and Associates. She said forcible rape is a far more serious crime than an assault. Allen said the penalty for an assault is a $200 fine or 90 days in jail. The penalty for forcible rape is five to 40 years of hard labor. “It appears, based on the information at my disposal, that the university may have Allen underplayed the potential danger to its student body,” Allen said. Allen, who has been practicing law in Louisiana and Texas for 12 years, also said that if she were prosecuting this case she would try for an “aggravated rape” charge, since the suspect allegedly had a gun. According to the Sex Offender Registry
“Assault is at the bottom rung of the violence ladder...” Marcy Allen Criminal Defense Lawyer provided by the state police there are more than 25 sex offenders in the immediate vicinity of the university. The risks of these types of crimes are real. Of those offenders at least one was convicted of forcible rape. The university urged students to remain aware of their surroundings and to report suspicious people to campus police. This is the first sexual offense reported by campus police in at least three years, according to the annual campus crime report, which is furnished by the police department in accordance with the Clery Act. If anyone has any tips they are advised to report them to the ULM police at (318) 342-5350. contact Garrett Boyte at boytejg@warhawks.ulm.edu
Mardi Gras winners, runoffs announced King (Runoff )- Luke Reagan and Calvin Stafford Queen (Runoff ) – Emi McIntyre and Raven Gros Arts and Sciences: Beau – Clint Branton Belle (Runoff )- Jobi Arceneaux and Emily Benton Business Administration: Beau – Brad Neville Belle (Runoff )- Lauren Harper and Christina Gray Education and Health Development: Beau – Jameson Alston Belle (Runoff )- Chelsea Wyatt and Dani Martin Health Sciences: Beau – Nicholas Alford Belle(Runoff ) – Anna Grace Greer and Sarah Webb Pharmacy: Beau – Jameson Johns Belle – Adrian LeJeune
If referendum passes, you’ll pay $60 more in spring by Ashley Lyons
SGA president Calvin Stafford introduced a referendum plan that will raise fees $60. SGA plans to consolidate 18 referendum fees into one, $120 fee. This one referendum would show up as one fee and double the amount of money that is coming in for the groups. It would not affect any parttime students. Whereas before students could see where all of their fee money was going by looking at their fee bill, now the bill will have only the one general
fee instead of the 18. Stafford backtracked on the original plan to raise student fees by “no more than $20,” which would have gone to Athletics and VAPA in an attempt to raise more money for those programs. “I know last year we decided that athletics needs more money, but it was basically decided that it would be best if we didn’t do the referendum just for athletics,” Stafford said. “It’s true that athletics do need more money, but there are other organizations that really need money to function.”
According to Stafford no one will get any less than what they are supposed to get and now they will have the opportunity to get more. The library gets a fee of $5 guaranteed, but if something were to come up and they needed more money, there will be a committee for them to submit a budget to, every fall. The committee will be made up of Nick Bruno, Wayne Brumfield, some SGA members and possibly other students from campus. This committee will then decide on how to distribute the money. “Any organization would be able to
come to the committee and say ‘this is our plan, this is how we are going to affect the university and we need this money,” said Stafford. “It doesn’t sound like it’s a big deal, but it really is. We have band getting $2 and there are times when band still doesn’t have enough money to do things.” “We won’t just be telling students that we are going to give more money to football or to VAPA or just one organization. It’s going to help every organization on this campus,” Stafford said. According to the SGA, this will prevent from having to cut the budget
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from academic programs to support athletics or any other organization. Stafford said athletics are going to be funded whether math is funded or any other major. So if this doesn’t pass there is nothing else that can be cut from Student Life. “Academics will be the next thing that is going to be cut. There is going to be huge budget cut at the end of this year, and you can expect that. So if this doesn’t pass that means that someone’s major is going or some teacher will be leaving,” Stafford said. contact Ashley Lyons at lyonsar@warhawks.ulm.edu
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OPINION
A tank in every driveway Guns need regulating; and a chicken in every pot Obama’s proposal helps
GARRETT BOYTE Gun control is people control. Period. People who say they want to put more regulations on gun ownership actually want more regulations on gun owners. At the risk of sounding like Charelton Heston, if you outlaw 30-round clips, only outlaws will have 30-round clips. Why do I need a clip that holds 30 rounds? Do you have any idea how time consuming and annoying it is to have to reload a seven round clip after you empty it? I suppose I could just buy multiple clips, but that doesn’t seem very productive. If I honestly thought that making these absurd, unconstitutional laws would help curtail the number of shootings taking place, I would be all for it. But the facts aren’t there. The statistics aren’t there. And frankly, the common sense isn’t there either. We all should know the language of the Second Amendment by now. But what I’m going to clarify is that it applies to everyone under the 14th Amendment, and it is specifically about people owning arms commonly used in their time. Whether it be
muskets, AR-15’s or a light saber—the latter being an elegant weapon for a more civilized age—the constitution recognizes the rights of the people to protect themselves. THEN SHOULD EVERYONE HAVE A TANK?!? I don’t see what damage someone simply having a tank does. It’s when you get someone with the skill to use a tank, a motive to cause destruction and a pocket book to support all of that, that you have a problem. I, personally, would love to have a tank. And you would too, whether you want to admit it or not. The thing is that gun violence isn’t going anywhere any time soon. And adding regulations that prevent people with a prescription for Zoloft from owning a gun isn’t going to help. You really want to stop gun violence in America? Then do something about poverty and education. And I’m not talking to our elected officials. I’m talking to you. You want the government to step in and do something? How about you step up and do your duty to humanity. Stop complaining about violence in the streets whenever you have the daily opportunity to get involved with your brothers and sisters in humanity and change a life. The problem won’t solve itself. The solution is simple. It’s you...and me too. contact Garrett Boyte at boytejg@warhawks.ulm.edu
LANDIUS ALEXANDER When it comes to the president’s new gun control proposal, I can’t understand what all the uproar among people is about. Many people, and of course the National Rifle Association, are claiming Obama is being a tyrant and trying to take away all of America’s guns. The Republican National Committee said, “President Obama’s series of gun control measures amount to executive power grab that may please his political base but will not solve the problems at hand.” While it’s true none of his proposals or executive actions would have stopped the Sandy Hook tragedy, Obama’s proposals do solve some problems at hand. Some helpful actions his proposal would take would be: ordering tougher penalties for people who lie on background checks, requiring background checks for all gun buyers and increasing criminal penalties for “straw purchasers,” or people who pass the required background check to buy a gun on behalf of someone else. Which of these proposals, just to name a few, are so ridiculous? Which would prevent ordinary mentally sane citizens from buying guns at a store?
Jerry Henry of the Georgiacarry.org website, claims Obama’s proposals were misdirected by saying: “He did absolutely nothing to address the criminal element.” But according to a 2009 study from the Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Policy and Research: “Data from a national survey of inmates indicated that nearly 80 percent of those who had used a handgun in a crime had acquired it through a transaction with an individual who was not a licensed gun dealer.” That would include gun shows and straw purchasers. But of course when Minnesota tried to pass a law getting background checks at gun shows, the NRA freaked out and said the proposal is a “stepping stone for gun control advocates seeking to ban all private sales, even among family and friends.” Considering how many criminals get guns from these private sales, that wouldn’t be the worst thing in the world if that came to pass. I will agree with anti-gun control advocates who believe that Obama needs to focus on laws that do a better job of identifying mentally unhealthy people, who have been mostly responsible for the recent mass murders in America. But a fact that a lot of people complaining about these proposals are missing, is that it won’t matter if Obama cracked down on mentally ill people buying guns with the current loopholes. There would still be ways for those individuals to get guns. There is no background check at gun shows or certain online websites, which is why people should be supporting Obama’s proposals to crack down on guns. contact Landius Alexander at alexanlc@warhawks.ulm.edu
Celebrities are humans; treat them as such
STEVEN SMITH The past year has sure had its fair share of celebrity scandals. From Lance Armstrong’s drug use to Chris Brown and Rihanna getting back together, it seems America is always hungry for the newest slice of celebrity gossip. However, out of all of the juicy scandals coming out of Hollywood, one in particular, and the controversy that followed afterwards, caught
my attention. A few weeks ago, pictures that showed Justin Bieber partying and smoking marijuana were leaked to the internet. When compared to other musicians like Keith Richards or Tommy Lee, smoking a little weed may not seem like that big of a deal. But for the millions of teenage “Beliebers,” Justin’s decision to light up seemed like the end of the world. After the photos were leaked, popular websites like 4Chan and Reddit thought they had found internet gold. 4Chan even went so far as to create an elaborate hoax, creating fake Facebook profiles and Twitter accounts, and eventually culminating in trending #CutForBieber on Twitter. With the fake accounts, the pranksters posted photoshopped pictures
of young girls who had cut themselves to convince Justin to quit the hash under the hashtag #CutForBieber, hoping to coax fans to cut themselves in real life. The prank was quickly stopped and the posts were removed from twitter, but not before a few fans actually partook in cutting themselves for the pop star. As I read about the incident I couldn’t help but wonder, “What kind of person would try to coax young girls into harming themselves for laughs?” Then the thought came to me, “What kind of person dedicates so much to a celebrity that they will harm themselves because of something they saw on the internet?” This bizarre exchange between cruel jokesters, who will go to any length for humor’s sake, and the
blindly devotional fans of Bieber made me think about this world we live in, when teenage girls will cut themselves over a pop star like ancient druids trying to appease their gods, and then it hit me. For all of these teenage girls, Justin Bieber is their god. They might not go to mass on Sundays, sing “Baby” and listen to a Priest of Bieber preach about Justin’s will, but these diehard fanatics worship Bieber just like any other god. And it’s not just Bieber. We look up to celebrities like Greek demigods, scrutinizing them at every turn, but there is one thing that we forget when the celebrity rumor mill starts up. These actors and musicians are just as much human as we are. Just because Justin Bieber has an un-naturally high pitched voice and
can sing does not make him any less of a human from you or me, and let’s be honest, humans are about as far from perfect as you can get. Whatever faith you are, we can all agree that humans make mistakes. As a Christian, I believe that every man, woman and child have messed up and mess up every day. So the bottom line is that celebrities like Justin screw up, but so do we, all the time. Think about that the next time you go bad mouthing Bieber or any other celebrity for smoking weed, or any other screw-up. How would you like it if someone scrutinized and dissected every one of your faults and mistakes, much less an entire nation? contact Steven Smith at smithsp@warhawks.ulm.edu
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HAWKEYE P.O.V.
Is honesty the best policy at ULM?
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Redneck ‘reality’ isn’t real
SHELBY DESOTO When I heard “Here Comes Honey Boo Boo” was coming back on TLC for another season, honestly, I was thrilled. Pageant queen Alana cracks me up with her smart comebacks and the whole family is a country-fried ball of fun and laughs. But some people don’t think it’s funny at all. In fact, they find this show to be insulting, disturbing and ridiculous. Those people are from the South like me, but they don’t want to be perceived in the same light as this show, along with other “redneck” themed shows. “Here Comes Honey Boo Boo” is just one of the many redneck reality TV shows sweeping across our nation. All seem to depict a Southern, country way of living in a highly entertaining and enhanced way. These shows are made for fun. When it comes to these shows, I’ve heard people say “they make us look like white trash,” and “I can’t believe
people really act like this.” The ‘redneck’ stereotype creates an image of a burly, hairy man in overalls, wearing a trucker hat, sporting a beer in one hand and a shot gun in the other, while barely speaking English. His favorite quote is, “Hey ya’ll, watch this!” Television and other media love to portray all southerners like this. Look at shows like History Channel’s “Cajun Pawn Stars” and MTV’s “BuckWild.” These shows are made to exaggerate the redneck stereotype; they’re not made to be true southerners. These shows are strictly made for drama and entertainment value. “Cajun Pawn Stars” is really in Alexandria, nowhere near Cajun country. You want Cajun? Go take a trip down to Houma or Lake Charles. “BuckWild” is simply a pathetic excuse for being southern or country. All they do is party, shoot random objects and ride four-wheelers. “BuckWild” is filmed in West Virginia. If the temperature isn’t 90 degrees or higher in the middle of June, it’s not southern, honey. At first, the characters of “Jersey Shore” depicted New Jersey and other New York residents with their drunken bronzed distain called a “guido.” But eventually people soon realized this was just another northern stereotype. Those dang Yankees. Even though a few parts of A&E’s
“Duck Dynasty” might not be exact, the West Monroe based show portrays a loving family with wholesome values; something that is totally different from this redneck spectrum. It’s one show we can be proud of in this mix of redneck reality. I get why some people would be upset, but you have to take these television shows with a grain of salt. Just about every culture is made fun of these days, and country folk just happen to be at the top of the list at the moment. But when you’re the butt of the jokes and are able to laugh along with everyone else, there comes an understanding of the popularity this culture has with our fellow Americans. So in the end, we get the last laugh. These shows are more fake-ality than reality, so why is everyone getting so upset? So what if everyone else around our nation thinks we act like this? People will soon realize that sure, there may be a few crazies thrown into our sweet tea, but we’re not all like that. Before the South gets offended about how our part of America is seen on TV, we need to “redneckognize” the cultural stereotypes in our nation and how we see them. If they are able to laugh at themselves, why aren’t we? contact Shelby DeSoto at desotosl@warhawks.ulm.edu
All universities have obstacles they must overcome each year, and ULM is no different. It’s better that we tackle our problems head on in order to avoid any unnecessary struggles. Students, administrators and faculty have had to adapt to the many changes stemming from budget cuts striking even before the semester began. Then there was a boiler explosion during the winter break, which injured a worker, damaged the building that the boiler was housed in and caused the State Fire Marshal’s office to cite ULM with a $500 fine because the boiler was uncertified. The university’s audit report cited fraud and misappropriation of fund totaling $58,554 in the Department of Recreational Services. And no one really knows how much more is missing because the receipts are missing. Student government is asking for more money this semester, changing their plans for the original $20 fee increase into a $60 fee increase, which will limit your ability to see where your money is being spent. And of course, the latest news is the alleged abduction and “forcible rape” of one of our fellow students, which the university downplayed as an “off-campus assault.” The Hawkeye sends it’s deepest sympathies to the victim of this crime. Even though we’ve been hit by a lot of bad news in these first few weeks, it’s important that we not let it deter us. The unknown can be scary. But we can move through it one day at a time.
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How safe do you feel? by Steven Smith
Friday night started off just like any other for Kelsie Shreeman. She got ready to go running. She was enjoying the brisk evening air. But that all changed. While completing her nightly run, a campus cop pulled her over and told her that it wasn’t safe for her to be out running and then escorted her back to her room. Shreeman, a freshman history major, didn’t know why she had been told to return to her room or what had happened to make campus unsafe. “I was a little scared, considering I was out by myself and I didn’t know what had happened,” said Shreeman. Shreeman’s story is just one of many girls, who’ve found themselves wondering how safe the campus is after last week’s abduction outside of Hemphill Hall. While incidents like this are rare, it happens. And students need to be aware of their surroundings. Although the incident may have unnerved Shreeman during her run, she also felt that the ULM Police
Department did their job in ensuring her safety. “I think [ULMPD] stands up to its standards, because they went out of their way to make sure I was safe, and I got back to my dorm.” This sentiment was also shared by Eden Fife, a junior medical laboratory science major. Fife said that the incident on campus has made her a little weary, but for the most part she does not worry about her safety on campus. “I don’t feel that much less safe than I did before,” said Fife. “I think [ULMPD] do their best. I’ve never heard of anything such as that before.” Lt. Steven Mahon, acting chief for the ULMPD, talked about new procedures that the police department is taking to prevent incidents like the abduction from happening on campus in the future. “We have increased our patrol efforts; we’ve re-directed some other people that were on different patrols and saturated them around dorm areas as well as just patrolling around
classroom areas,” Mahon said. He also said there are over 300 access controlled doors, over 850 closed circuit cameras that are monitored by the ULMPD, 23 emergency call boxes around campus and a 24/7 escort service for any students to insure the safety of the students. Mahon also mentioned some preventitive safety measures, which students can take. Students should report any suspicious looking vehicles or individuals, use the buddy system when walking on campus, report any busted lights, report any illegal activities, never prop any access controlled doors open and never let any un-authorized persons into the dorms. Mahon said if any student feels endangered, the first thing he or she should do is to contact the ULMPD immediately. The ULMPD extension is 5350 from any on-campus phone or simply call 9-1-1. contact Steven Smith at smithsp@warhawks.ulm.edu
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The Aurora movie theater shooting and the Sandy Hook elementary school massacre have sparked many debates on stricter gun control laws. Another mass shooting took place at Lone Star College in Houston, Texas. On Jan. 19, rallies took place in capitals nationwide against stricter gun laws. Many participants showed up to rallies to promote their right to carry a gun openly. Risk management and insurance major Brent Thibodeaux has been hunting for most of his life and also served four years in the Marine Corps. Military training and concealed carry class has given him an appreciation for guns. “I personally believe that to deny people the right to have the same firearms as the military goes against the second a m e n d m e n t ,” Thibodeaux Thibodeaux said. “I would rather see everyone have a weapon in their home for selfdefense than everyone not.” President Barack Obama’s gun control proposals, announced last Wednesday, included both congressional and executive actions. Some congressional actions include providing programs to train more officers and school officials on how to handle armed attacks, background checks for any gun sale including private sales and limiting magazines to 10 rounds. “It really doesn’t matter how much the gun holds. It all comes down to the person using it, their intent, and whether they can hit a target,” Thibodeaux said. Thibodeaux also said Obama was right about asking for stricter background checks. “I could sell a handgun to you right now and wouldn’t have to do a background check,” Thibodeaux said.
a lot of stories about a mother protecting her kids with a firearm,” Brent Thibodeaux Risk Management Major Guns have hit close to home for sophomore history major Alexandra Bailey. “The west side shooting was in my hometown and a month ago a sixth grader brought a gun to my old school. Guns are too easily available to people who shouldn’t have them,” Bailey said. “But to me gun control isn’t about taking someone’s right away. It’s simply about closer background checks.” “We are a gun culture,” said computer science major Brandon Wade. “But before owning a weapon or getting licensed there needs to be more stringent laws. Gun laws need to be reexamined and there should be more training.” Wade served in the military, like Thibodeaux, and grew up with a mother who kept guns. “You don’t hear a lot of stories about a mother protecting her kids with a firearm,” Thibodeaux said. “You only hear about all of the atrocities committed.” ULM’s acting chief of police Steven Mahon said there are procedures in place to protect ULM students in the event of a shooting. “We do have emergency response plans,” Mahon said. “There are stacks of policies we go through.” Mahon said his department has active shooter training at least twice a year. He also said that they have all the weapons they’d need in the event that a gunman came onto campus. contact Ashley Lyons at lyonsar@warhawks.ulm.edu
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Barnes succeeds in art competition by Sydney Bonner
ULM graphic design major Rachel Barnes was honored to have her logos selected to represent the ULM Dance Department and the Dance Honor Society. Assistant professor of Theatre and Dance Tina Mullone asked professor Brian Fassett’s advanced graphic design class to create a crest for the new Dance Honor Society also known as Chi Tau Epsilon. The small group of students who competed for the recognition was required to use school colors and incorporate dance but not a particular style. A crest was needed for Chi Tau Epsilon to establish the group and promote awareness for those who share a passion for dance. Mullone said this 1-year-old dance organization is for anyone and members are not required to be involved in dance classes or studying dance. “Rachel’s logo just popped out to Robin Stephens and I,” said Mullone. “They are really simple and to the point. They were exactly what we were looking for.” Mullone mentions that Barnes, an art major with a focus in graphic design, took dance classes in the past, which she feels may have inspired the logos. Her interest in graphic design sparked in her sophomore year of high school when the year book peaked her interests. “We are all products of the environment we choose to surround
ourselves with. As an artist, I am an avid believer that our environments are what influence our artistic choices the most,” Barnes said. Barnes is honored to have been selected to represent her logo for the ULM Dance Department and Chi Tau Epsilon. Her logos will be seen on the ULM Website, Browse on the Bayou and in brochures featured by ULM. Fassett was thrilled to give his class the option to participate in this opportunity. Fassett said that his graphic design students have a reputation of volunteering for various projects asked by ULM and peers.
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Top left: Barnes poses in front of pieces of art she’s created. Top: Barnes works on a new painting to add to the collection. Left: Barnes created this logo for the Chi Tau Epsilon Dance Honor Society chapter at ULM.
“I’ve been very blessed with the brightest students, who I can always depend on,” said Fassett. “Barnes has been a great student ever since I’ve known her and I’m proud of her accomplishments.”
He also mentioned that graphic design students have to think beyond the clients and meet communication needs, which he said can be a tedious task. Barnes said she is grateful for her experiences. “Graphic design has become an
outlet for me to connect as well as communicate to the public while drawing inspiration from my surroundings.” Barnes said.
contact Sydney Bonner at bonners@warhawks.ulm.edu
Landrieu visits Monroe, university Senator disusses future of ULM with President Bruno by Garrett Boyte
photo by Emi McIntyre
Sen. Mary Landrieu meets with ULM President Nick Bruno to discuss ways to improve the area by planning and growing local talent and promoting hometown success.
U.S. Sen. Mary Landrieu stopped by ULM President Nick Bruno’s house to discuss ways for ULM to grow despite all the cuts made to higher education in the state. Landrieu and Bruno talked about ways to grow the local area and to discover the talent that’s available in northeast Louisiana. She said a boarding school in the area would help foster academic growth for kids who may live in homes that aren’t helpful to a child’s education. “I think this would be a fantastic idea,” Landrieu said, citing the money that would be saved in the long run and how the area would have more resources to help develop young people into a viable work force. Landrieu used the SEED schools in Washington, D.C., as examples that could
be followed here in Monroe. Those schools are private, college prep schools that serve underserved children in the D.C. area. Landrieu said she was impressed by the strides ULM has made despite budget cuts heading for a “dangerous level.” “We can’t run our universities on a wish and a prayer,” she said. Landrieu said ULM faces growing challenges but that it also has real opportunities for expansion. Landrieu also answered questions on gun control saying she will remain open to everyone’s opinion on the issue. Landrieu was first elected to the U.S. Senate in 1996 and now serves as the chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Small Business. contact Garrett Boyte at boytejg@warhawks.ulm.edu
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Exchange students find new home at ULM For 2nd year, university hosts students from South Korean school by Sydney Bonner
ULM recognized eight students from Hanbat National in South Korea this past week. The students are enrolled in a study abroad/internship program for seven weeks to take courses in English and meet employers from the Monroe area. Kioh Kim, assistant professor for the College of Education and Human Development, developed this program last year for South Korean students. Kim said he feels that this is a wonderful opportunity for students to learn about the culture in the United States and build their resume for potential employers in Korea. “I think this is a great way for the students to enhance their English and diversity. I am also thrilled that while they can learn about our culture, we can learn about theirs,” said senior toxicology major Kwogie Ly. The first four weeks of the program will consist of the students taking two English courses as a second language at ULM. The last three weeks in Monroe will give students the chance to
meet with companies such as AT&T, CenturyLink, Denmon Engineering and the City of Monroe to finish their internships. “I’m very thankful for this program and to learn about the United States,” said Chloe Smith, a senior English major from South Korea. “My favorite thing about the south is the hospitality and manners here. I am blessed that Hanbat National gave me this opportunity.” Shin is one of the eight s t u d e n t s selected from Hanbat National to attend the program here at ULM. President Nick Kim Bruno said the program accounts for just part of the increasing number of international students at ULM. “It is important these students understand our culture, and it is important we understand theirs,” said Bruno. Kim explains that their grade
photo by Robert Brown
Students from Hanbat National University mingle with local residents.
point average and a special test score narrow students down. Most of the students are engineering majors and a few study liberal arts. “I feel that since the program has worked for the second year in a row
Honor bands show their skills in annual showcase by Scott Simoneaux
Faculty and students worked together to put on the honor band by staying around the clock at rehearsals and the concert, making sure that every detail of the event came together. Band students came early every day to set up all of the equipment that is required. Students had to set up music stands and chairs in the correct spots for the high school students to be able to sit in. During the concert, students made sure that all set changes were done to make the concert enjoyable for an audience. Jason Rinehart, assistant director of bands at ULM, conducted the top of two of the bands that the musicians were in. This was Rinehart’s fifth time conducting an honor band. Rinehart said that hosting honor band is one of the best recruiting tools Rinehart for ULM. “It’s good for recruiting anytime you can get high school students on campus because they get to experience any of the facilities and personnel at ULM,” said Rinehart. The honor band students were able to meet much of the music faculty and audition to be in ULM’s band when
they start at ULM next semester. The ULM Department of Music hosted the district one high school honor band of Jan. 17-19. District one honor band hosts the best of the best musicians from area high schools. The honor band concert and rehearsals took place at ULM’s band building and Brown Auditorium. The musicians were put through several rehearsals leading up to the concert on Feb. 19. Chad Berly, a ULM freshman music major from Winnsboro, helped host honor band this year and was a participant of two honor bands when he was in high school. Being in honor band at ULM convinced Berly to attend ULM. “It convinced me to come to ULM and be a music major because I really enjoyed the band director and being a part of a really good band,” Berly said. Hosting the honor band at ULM’s band room and Brown Auditorium takes a lot of work by ULM band students and faculty to put together. ULM also hosted Junior High Honor Bands on Thursday. The Junior High School Honor Bands are similar to the High School Honor Bands. contact Scott Simoneaux at simonesa@warhawks.ulm.edu
that speaks volumes about how well the program works,” said Dorothy Schween, head of Curriculum, Instruction and Leadership at ULM. “Because of the size of our university, I believe that we can offer them a
more personal experience than a bigger college.” This is the second year ULM has hosted students from Hanbat. contact Sydney Bonner at bonners@warhawks.ulm.edu
Hawkline competes in national championships by Cheyenne Wilson
The Hawkline and cheerleaders competed in Division 1, small coed at the UCA and UDA College Cheerleading and Dance Team National Championship. The team advanced to finals where they competed again in front of a new panel of judges. During the final round, the cheerleaders placed 9th overall. “This was cheer’s first time in five years for them to actually hit and stick all of their stunts on their final competition routine. Regardless of placing 9th, it was a really big year for us,” said Maggie Warren, spirit group coordinator. The Hawkline competed in the UDA portion of the National Championship. They performed under the Hip-Hop division. Some of their competitors included the LSU Tiger Girls, the University of Nevada, and the University of Kentucky. Hawkline’s division was
not divided by school size, so they competed against a wide range of talent. “I’m always excited to see the Hawkline perform. I especially liked the last Hip-Hop routine that I saw them do. The cheerleaders always get the crowd into the game with their school spirit,” said Willneisha Hutchinson, freshman biology major. Along with the cheerleader’s success, Hawkline also experienced a milestone. Performing at nationals was most of the team’s first time performing on a stage of that magnitude. Both the cheerleaders and the Hawkline had a great season. The National Championship was held Jan.18-20 at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Fla. Video clips of their performance can be found on the UCA website at uca.varsity.com.
contact Cheyenne Wilson at wilsoncy@warhawks.ulm.edu
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FREESTYLE: FASHION
illustration by Michelle McDaniel
Sound
BITE What’s your favorite fashion era?
“I love the fashion from the 20s and 30s; the vintage feminine look.” Alayna Phillips,
Fashion called... it wants the past back by Catherine Morrison
There is no better place to look for great fashion ideas than in the past. Each era of the last century has greatly contributed to the style America knows today. The 1920s were a time of prohibition, jazz and economic stability. A fight for gender equality was successfully underway as women finally received the right to vote. The fashion of the time reflected this indulgent period during what was called the “Flapper Age.” Women wore clothing that emphasized a boyish figure with no emphasis on the curvy aspects of the female body. Cosmetics began to appear in ladies’ fashion as well as jewelry. Because of the prosperity seen in this decade, extravagance was common. The Great Depression influenced
a more conservative look during the next decade. The 1930s brought more wearable fashion and people began to look to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood movies as a guide for style, which for the normal population was a ready-to-wear version of what they saw on the big screen, since funds were extremely low for most. During the 1940s, World War II dictated most of the world. American fashion designers gained the spot light for the first time because of the war in Europe. This is also the era where women fell in love with the work force. The clothing reflected this notion with “all-day-wear” and the notion of changing clothes multiple times in the day was done away with. The 1950s brought back a more
feminine, “June Cleaver,” look. Teenagers were acknowledged for the first time as an actual development stage and this is when America started to provide teens with their own style of fashion. The British were one of the leaders in the fashion of the 1960s. Many women modeled their fashion after Jackie Kennedy. One of her signature fashion statements was the pillbox hat. The hat fad died down as the hair got bigger towards the late 1960s. The “peace and love” political movement also began during the latter part of the decade. Peace signs and ponchos became popular. This look carried over into the next decade. Hippies controlled the 1970s with platform shoes, tie-dye and
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Mexican peasant shirts. A variety of fabrics such as velvet, wool, suede and leather were used. Farrah Fawcett covered many teenage boys’ bedroom walls and young women looked to her for hair inspiration. The 1980s was a decade of “Flashdance,” Madonna and aerobics. Bras were worn as outer clothing and leotards were not just for ballerinas. Pop culture had more to do with this decade’s look than politics. The anti-conformist feel of the 1990s brought on a wave of tattoos, piercings and styles that started recycling fads from previous decades. Proof that history has a way of repeating itself. contact Catherine Morrison at morriscl@warhawks.ulm.edu
Days gone by are found again at Antique Alley by Ashley Lyons
“Whatever year the Titanic was around. The clothes still had a touch of the Victorian class with a modern fit.” Rino Nicholas, junior, pre-pharmacy
Whether you want to buy a piece of history by purchasing authentic vintage clothing or you just want to buy a costume that replicates a past era- Antique Alley has got you covered. There are 29 unique places to choose from including The Jewelry Store, The Costume Shop, Cotton Port Antique Mall and many other shops. Antique Alley is located on Trenton Street in West Monroe. Ouachita River Trading Company is the home of the largest selection of authentic vintage clothing. From the 1940s to the 1980s, you can find anything from dresses, letterman jackets, shoes and even vintage
wedding dresses. “I usually get the clothes from state sales or when people pass away, their families will bring in some of their old stuff,” said Tim Manning, owner of the shop. Manning said that the store receives a lot of business from college kids or when schools hold plays. Manning said most of his earliest pieces come from the 1940s. “Seldom will many things survive the ‘40s. Sometimes I have to redo seams,” said Manning, “but I usually just sell the clothes how they are and let the customers do whatever they want with them.” Manning often hears that his
prices are much cheaper than most vintage clothing stores. The store is open Tuesday-Saturday. The Costume Shop is another vintage gold mine Antique Alley offers. Renaissance and Antebellum dresses are a couple of the most popular items that can be found in The Costume Shop. These dresses are handmade by the owner Barbara Sims and can be rented for about $50. “School’s do a lot of plays with the dresses,” Sims said. “A lot of people come in to get costumes for many different reasons, but plays and parties bring in a lot of customers. I get a lot of college kids coming in
for the 1960s and 1970s costumes for themed parties.” Costumes are styled from many decades including flapper dresses and hippie outfits. The Costume Shop even has its own section for authentic 1960s clothing. There is also a wide variety of costumes for children, masquerade masks and makeup. “I love vintage clothes, because it allows me to create my own fashion,” said Laura Bounds, a psychology grad student.
contact Ashley Lyons at lyonsar@warhawks.ulm.edu
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FREESTYLE
Swamp Fox flares with bayou style Monroe on its way
to becoming Funroe
by Sydney Bonner
Enjoy spending your weekends listening to live music? Check out Swamp Fox Theory. They are a local band from the Monroe area growing in the live music scene. Swamp Fox Theory includes four members: Petey Thigpen- singer and guitarist, Jake Lofton on the bass guitar, Devin Girod on drums and Early Ray Borden- lead guitarist. The band started off as a trio, but later picked up Borden. Girod describes them as a “unique, fun mix of guys.” Several of the members attended ULM and Girod is currently enrolled in ULM’s graduate program. The band considers their genre to be “Bayou Rock” or “College Rock.” Swamp Fox Theory is inspired by bands such as Jimi Hendrix, Citizens Cope, Cross Canadian Ragweed, Gareth Asher, Corey Smith, Black Crowes, Benjy Davis Project and Tom Petty. The band enjoys playing blues, playing heavy on the bass and throwing in a touch of improv. Swamp Fox Theory performs 70 percent original and the rest are covers. The band feels like some of their best cover songs are “Wagon Wheel” by Old Crow Medicine Show and “Home” by Philip Phillips. Their original track, “Seven Mai Tais,” is also a crowd favorite. The band is currently traveling with Irene and the Sleepers and also plays with other local musicians on the weekends. The band has traveled to venues in Texarkana, Shreveport, Hattiesburg, New Orleans and several other southern locations. Swamp Fox Theory is in the process of talking to a producer in North Carolina, which Irene and the Sleepers currently affiliate with. Lead guitarist, Borden, said, “Swamp Fox Theory gives us all a chance to be artists. We all have real lives and playing music is an escape.” The name Swamp Fox Theory is derived from a Revolutionary War hero, said bass guitar player Lofton. Francis Marion was a military officer in the American Revolutionary War and had the nickname “Swamp Fox.” Marion was called this because his theory of war was to attack from the sides. Mel Gibson plays Marion’s charac-
by Catherine Morrison
Monroe adds to its growing nightlife with the opening of Live Oaks Bar and Ballroom. The multi-room facility offers different atmospheres for its patrons, providing a little something for everyone. The first area of the bar offers a laid-back, yet upscale, lounge vibe. Step into the next room and it is like being at an outside concert (but with air-conditioning). This area is complete with a dance floor, patio furniture, and of course, a stage. “It feels like a classy lounge, but at the same time a place to kick off your work shoes and have a great time with an awesome staff,” said Aaron Mclaughlin, a freshman music education major. Mclaughlin said it is not the typical hole-in-the-wall place. The bar opened this past November and is in the same building that was previously home to “Miss Que’s.” Live Oaks is a live music venue and according to Dustin Underwood, comanager of the bar, a big goal is to “make this town a music-oriented town.” Live Oaks provides live music on
Thursday and Saturday nights and Friday is ‘Ladies’ Night’ (where it’s happy hour from 4-7 p.m. and women still get special drink prices after happy hour is over for the men.) Sunday wraps up the weekend with karaoke night. Underwood said that Monroe is in a great spot for live music because it’s located on the route of bands traveling on tour to Dallas, New Orleans and other big cities. There will be seasoned acts taking the stage at Live Oaks, with no discrimination against any genre of music according to Underwood. ‘Rosco Bandana’ is going to be at Live Oaks Feb. 16. ‘Rosco Bandana’ is the first band signed on to the Hard Rock Café’s new label. Some Grammy-nominated musicians are also coming to town when ‘Brownout’ takes the stage at Live Oaks on Feb. 23. Live Oaks is also willing to serve as a venue for ULM organizations interested in hosting socials or events. Live Oaks is a ’21 and over’ bar and there is a $5 cover charge. If there is a band or special event then the cover is subject to change. contact Catherine Morrison at morriscl@warhawks.ulm.edu
PIANO MAN
photos by Daniel Russell
Top: Jake Lofton, bass guitarist, and Devin Girod, drummer, perform at Live Oaks Bar and ballroom Thursday. Bottom: Early Ray Borden plays lead guitar at the show.
ter in the movie “The Patriot.” Lofton said that this name gave them the musical inspiration to “attack the audience’s ears.” The members of the band agree that playing shows is not about the money. “Doing what we love is all that matters,” said Borden. Swamp Fox Theory has a Facebook and MySpace page for those interest-
ed in checking out their sound. The band will continue to play at local venues all over Monroe and surrounding areas. Upcoming coming concerts for Swam Fox Theory will be Feb. 2 at the Voodoo Cafe in Shreveport, Feb. 8 at Pickle Barrel, and Feb. 9 at Watermark Saloon in Columbia. contact Sydney Bonner at bonners@warhawks.ulm.edu
photo by Emi McIntyre
Stanislav Ioudenitch performed many piano classics in the Emy-Lou Biedenharn Recital Hall Thursday night.
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Monroe Mardi Gras: Laissez les bons temps rouler! by Sydney Bonner
Every year, the people of Monroe come together to celebrate the most well-known Louisiana holiday, Mardi Gras. Although it may not be New Orleans, Monroe has a lot to offer for those wanting to participate in the events. The Krewe of Janus is the big parade in the Monroe area, which has been around since 1984. The group was originally started by the Twin Cities Jaycees because they needed a signature event to form a group. The Krewe of Janus is named after the Roman god Janus, god of beginnings and transitions. Janus is also the god from east to west, which is relevant to the Monroe and West Monroe areas. The crowds have grown from 35,000 in 1984 to 175,000 in 2011.
“The Roman god Janus fits for our crew perfectly because it shows the transition from Twin Cities Jaycee to the Krewe of Janus,” said Janet Bread, charter member of 30 years. Krewe of Janus has over 100 members and holds annual meetings for those interested in membership. The minimum age to get involved with the Krewe of Janus is 21. The theme for this year is “Carnivale Extravaganza,” like Carnival in Rio de Janeiro From bright colors to feathers and original Mardi Gras beads and trinkets, krewe member Pam Tisdale explains that the parade will be full of excitement. “The parade is family friendly and appropriate for children of all ages,” said Tisdale. “We keep everything under control and expect to have great throws this year.” The Krewe of Janus is known to
put on popular events such as the Mardi Gras Ball, the crawfish boil, supporting ULM baseball during their games and Battle of the Bands. Most importantly, though, is bingo. The weekly bingo sessions are what pay for the parade every year as well as donations for charity. The Royalty Court of the Krewe of Janus make their appearance at the ULM Mardi Gras Ball every year. This year the Krewe of Janus is sponsoring the Foodbank of Northeast Louisiana Backpack Program, where they will help feed underprivileged children. The program allows children in need to bring home a backpack full of nutritious food. Mardi Gras in Monroe will take place all day on Saturday, Feb. 2. The Krewe of Janus Children’s Parade will start at 10:30 a.m. at Pecanland Mall, followed by a pet parade sponsored
Courtesy of www.kreweofjanusonline.com
by PAWS of Northeast Louisiana around 1:30 p.m. at the 100th block of Commerce Street in Antique Alley. The finale will be the Krewe of Janus Parade at 6 p.m., which will begin at Nachitoches Street at North 8th Street and end at Louisville Avenue at Breard Street. “I feel that we are bringing the rich Mardi Gras culture from south Louisiana to north Louisiana,” said
Breard. “The Krewe of Janus has inspired a lot of students and children since the beginning.” Anyone interested in becoming a part of the Krewe of Janus or PAWS of northeast Louisiana can go to kreweofjanus.com or pawsnela.org for more information. contact Sydney Bonner at bonners@warhawks.ulm.edu
‘Til football do us part Bring Superdome, Super Bowl home
by Gwendolyn Ducre
On Sunday, Feb. 3, almost every guy who is a self-titled sports critic will be sitting on the couch gripping on to anything and everything but a girl. Instead, he will be gripping tight to his remote control, finger food and a cold beverage. Women will be fighting for attention while the guys watch the 2013 Super Bowl pitting the Baltimore Ravens against San Francisco 49ers. If the ladies don’t plan on watching the game -except for Alicia Keys singing the National Anthem or for the Destiny Child’s reunion -the ladies will have to get creative quick. Here are some fun tips for the abandoned ladies of Superbowl Sunday. While the guys are crowded around the television, invite some of your girlfriends over to catch up on gossip or pull out some cards and dominoes. Make it a party. Some great card games include Spades, Crazy Eights and Spoons. Winners can win a prize of your choice and the losing ladies get to clean the guys’ mess after he destroys the room when watching his favorite team lose the game. For those ladies who want to leave the house and not be around the madness, get out of there quick. Since it’s Sunday, do something for you. Get a fresh start for the new week.
Can’t make the trip down to the Superdome? Here are some tips to get the most out of your at-home Super Bowl experience.
Face painting is one of the best parts of getting dressed for the game. If it’s not Halloween, it can be difficult to get your hands on face paint. Eyeliner works if you cannot get your hands on any face paint. Also, temporary tattoos are fun.
illustration by Michelle McDaniel
Take the morning to go to the gym like you’ve been promising yourself you’d do. After a good workout, treat yourself to a manicure and pedicure. Or if you really need to relax, enjoy a nice massage at a local spa. If you can’t get away, just make your personal spa in your bathroom by popping in some headphones and enjoy a nice hot bubble bath. If you like having your cake and eating it too, try convincing the guys to go out to dinner to watch the game. Red Lobster will have to be for another night. Take him to a sports bar or a restaurant that will be publicly showing the game. Buffalo Wild Wings would be the ideal place to take him.
To avoid you being forced to watch him devour his wings and him ignoring you, consider bringing some mutual friends along. If you plan on getting as far as possible to anything relating to football, make sure he has all of his football goodies accessible so he won’t have a reason to call you during commercial breaks asking for silly little favors. If you plan on sticking around, but from a little distance, stick your head in and joke about the highly expected Super Bowl commercials. Either way it goes ladies, enjoy your Sunday and let the guys enjoy theirs. It’s a win/win. contact Gwendolyn Ducre at ducregk@warhawks.ulm.edu
If you have not had time to get a jersey of your favorite player, turn it into a group project by making and decorating team shirts. Get creative and make up fun nicknames for you and your friends to put on the backs. Don’t stress over preparing ornate finger foods- grab a package of Velveeta cheese, a can of Rotel and put them in the microwave for 5 minutes. Instant dip. As a game, choreograph ‘victory’ dances before the Super Bowl starts. Then when your team gets a touch down- everyone has to join in on the dance. Half-time not your thing? Go outside and split into teams for your own mini Super Bowl game. This is where those homemade shirt/jerseys could come in handy.
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Taking control of my body: being a virgin is okay The
Caty Chronicles CATHERINE MORRISON Our generation is accepting of being different. In fact, we live in a society where sex sells and anything goes- being different ironically makes you fit in. However, society tells us what dif-
ferences are ‘acceptable.’ I use to get made fun for my lanky legs and pale skin. Now that I’m an adult I get self-conscious of something slightly different- being a virgin. We live in a society where movies are being made soley about people on a mission to lose their virginity. Check out “The 40-Year-Old Virgin” or “American Pie” if you don’t know
what I mean. Now I’ve never been humiliated or taunted mercilessly for being one, but sometimes being just a little teased over time can take a toll on your self-esteem. I really don’t take offense, but I wonder what the big deal is sometimes. I just don’t understand why me never having done a particular physical act, supposedly says something about my personality- like it is a character flaw. I know that at this age, most people have had sex before, but I also know that there are more virgins out there than you would probably think. They just don’t talk about it, (probably be-
cause they don’t want to be judged). My virginity doesn’t have anything to do with having a huge moral compass. I just haven’t met the right person. I’m not a prude either, I couldn’t care less if you had sex 10 times a day-I’m not going to think badly of you- because that’s a personal choice. I’ve been told that sex isn’t a big deal, that guys don’t want to date virgins and that I’m naive. I honestly believe that if a guy loved me, he would not make me have sex until I was ready- even if that was my wedding night. I know this is probably too much personal information to share in thousands of copies of the school pa-
per, but if one person picks up this issue and feels like they’re not alone because of this article- it was worth it. In high school I wore a ‘true love waits’ ring, but I stopped wearing it in college because I got made fun of by a group of guys. To this day I regret having let someone else dictate who I was. I’m actually happy I have waited this long, because I know that I have something very special to give someone one day. I may get teased, but I don’t care. I am who I am- that’s a proud virgin. contact Catherine Morrison at morriscl@warhawks.ulm.edu
Carrie Bradshaw: Take your vitamins, Before Sex and the City play your video games by Shelby DeSoto
JAMIE ARRINGTON Who was Carrie before Big and the girls? CW premiered the new series, The Carrie Diaries and viewers are already in love with the young Carrie Bradshaw. The show focuses on Carrie in high school and how she develops into the icon we know from the hit HBO series, “Sex and the City.” After a death in the family, Carrie, played by AnnaSophia Robb (Soul Surfer, Bridge to Terabithia), takes on an internship in Manhattan to take her mind off her loss. With this newfound responsibility she realizes her passion, writing. She instantly falls in love with the Big Apple and this love affair changes her state of mind. The tag line of the show “Be who you want to become,” really hits home as Carrie learns to speak her mind and go for what she wants. Through her short time in Manhattan she meets many eccentric people who shape the Carrie Bradshaw we know today. Robb’s portrayal as the young Carrie was good. However, you must realize that she isn’t the Carrie Bradshaw from the original series. She is more naïve and less confident than Sarah Jessica Parker’s character. She hasn’t had the experiences that make
3/5 STARS her the Carrie that we know in “Sex and the City.” You could tell that Robb studied Parker’s performance as Carrie in preparation for her role as her young counterpart. She has picked up Parker’s body language and personality quirks that make Carrie Bradshaw unique and recognizable. The only thing missing from the show that Robb hasn’t quite mastered yet is Bradshaw’s iconic voice, which is probably because her character hasn’t picked up her pesky smoking habit yet. Tune in Monday at 7 p.m. on the CW to be carried away. contact Jamie Arrington at arringjl@warhawks.ulm.edu
Contrary to popular belief, not all video games fry your brain. Some are actually proven to stimulate it. Video games like “Grand Theft Auto” and “Call of Duty” have been said to spark violence and anger, especially in teens, but the positives of other games are overshadowed. Other video games like “Just Dance,” “Rock Band” and online puzzle games provide physical activity, teamwork and critical thinking. “Just Dance” lets players choose a song and complete the dance correctly, earning points. “Rock Band” incorporates teamwork by having each player pick an instrument to play and earning points for hitting the right notes in the selected song. Lumosity.com is a website specifically designed to help challenge your brain’s memory skills and attention just by simply playing games. An article from eSchool News said “Educators say that good video games can be used as teaching tools to help students develop an array of skills—from writing and physics to teamwork and problem solving.” Certain games like “World of Warcraft” and “Angry Birds” are encouraged in classrooms. The article also states that video games “lets educators create new career paths and emerge as leaders, no matter where they work or what their job titles are.” These games create a sense of free will in the classroom as well as leadership and critical thinking skills. Junior political science major Trey Wilson thinks games can be entertaining but they are more than that. “Games such as ‘“Legend of Zelda”’ or ‘“Portal”’ involve very intricate plot lines that cause you to not only think but also devise entire plans,” said Wilson. The military has been using video games specifically designed to depict real-life war situations. America’s Department of Defense originally built a digital model for training, and eventually it turned into a video game, simulating “what-if” situations. “I think that the military using video games is a smart decision and it is safer than shooting a target. It will also help with hand-eye coordination they
may be lacking,” said Wilson. It is much safer for the military to train with this type of technology, giving them an advantage on the battlefield. Medical website, symtpomfind.com, listed the top ten positive effects that video games have- one of them being stress relief. Wilson agreed, saying, “they are a great way to relieve stress when you are down about school or other things in your life.” The website also states that video games provide physical activity, enhance social skills and an improved learning ability among other things. Many video games do not portray everyday life situations. They might be realistic with graphics and sound effects, but like most movies, they are fiction. “[Video games] are meant to entertain and that’s exactly what they do,” said senior psychology major Kirk Norris. Although many continue to believe violent video games harbor violence, no research has been confirmed that playing these games correlate to violence in teens and adults. contact Shelby Desoto at desotosl@warhawks.ulm.edu
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GAMES today in history
crossword 43 Bit of a laugh 44 Half of a downpour? 47 “Peg Woffington” author 51 Way up 55 Hop-__-thumb 56 Ulterior motives 58 Galley propeller 59 Leader elected in 2005 62 Catholic recitation 63 Target of a Pasteur/ Roux vaccine harvested from rabbits 64 Sycophant 65 Stripes
Across 1 “My Dinner With Andre” co-star Wallace __ 6 Offensively blunt 14 Early Web browser 16 Cadillac Ranch site 17 Words of relief 19 Sanguine 20 Royal Scots for
more than three centuries 21 Salon job 22 Not kosher 24 First name in photography 25 Fit solidly 26 Mt. Carmel setting 28 Needle point?: Abbr.
30 Food stamps, e.g. 39 Contributing factor in ozone depletion 40 Without nostalgia 41 Chumley’s title friend in a ‘60s cartoon series 42 1989 Jay Presson Allen monodrama
Down 1 Sharp 2 Big hit 3 It’s not for everyone 4 Comedian 5 Rock’s Lofgren 6 Exit lines 7 “L’elisir d’__”: Donizetti opera 8 Daydreams 9 Nevado __ Cruces: Andes section 10 Pack item? 11 Steven’s wife on “Family Ties” 12 Tart fruit 13 Gray area? 15 Solution for lens transparency problems 18 Grayish brown
23 Furnishings 25 Cleavers 27 Commercial fishing boat 29 Body of art? 30 Deer tail 31 Writing style 32 Professional gp. 33 Indian titles 34 Corresponding 35 French noodle product? 36 Historic Egyptian lifeline 37 How vichyssoise is usually served 38 Greek war goddess 44 Patient responsibility 45 “Don’t make __!” 46 Not at all laid-back 48 Selection word 49 “Now seems it far, and now __”: Scott 50 CD letters 52 Deadly agent 53 Hung over? 54 Schoolmarmish type 56 Quatrain rhyme scheme 57 Labor pain? 60 Common pair? 61 “We’ll let you know” letters
1547
England’s King Henry VIII died. He was succeeded by his 9 year-old son, Edward VI.
1878
“The Yale News” was published for the first time. It was the first, daily, collegiate newspaper in the U.S.
1922
The National Football League (NFL) franchise in Decatur, IL, transferred to Chicago. The team took the name Chicago Bears.
1935
Iceland became the first country to introduce legalized abortion.
1965
General Motors reported the biggest profit of any U.S. company in history.
1986
The U.S. space shuttle Challenger exploded just after takeoff. All seven of its crewmembers were killed.
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Men’s golf team tees off its spring season by Drew McCarty
The men’s golf team is weeks away from kicking off the spring portion of its schedule in Houston, Texas, at the Rice Invitational . The team is young, but has shown flashes of success. After an impressive second place finish in the Sun Belt conference tournament last spring, this team has one thing and one thing only on their minds; win a conference championship. Coach Erik Hsu has no doubt that this team has what it takes to bring a championship to ULM. “We expect to win a conference championship. We have the capability and the ability to win, so ultimately that’s our goal,” Hsu said. Hsu knows all the team needs to do to win is to play consistent golf throughout a tournament. The team got off to decent starts in each tournament during the fall season, but they’re looking to turn those starts into strong finishes this spring.
“We have to treat that very last stroke like we do the first stroke and see a more consistent performance throughout the entire tournament,” Hsu said. The team is led by two talented young sophomores: Mason Seaborn and Christian Tepley. Seaborne—who set a course record by shooting 65 at the HBU Men’s Intercollegiate tournament in the fall—ooks to be a strong point for the team again this year. “I expect a lot from this team,” Seaborn said. “I think we all matured a little over the Christmas break.” According to his coach, sophomore Christian Tepley is the “bulldog” of the team. “Coach always knows what he’s going to get from me,” Tepley said. “He knows that I’m going to keep my cool.” Hsu called Tepley a “solid player,” and said he is working hard to jump to the “next tier” in his golf game.
ULM Golf Team Members: Erik Hsu, director of golf Taylor Boggs, sophomore Tyler Elbrecht, freshman Alex Malmay, senior Adam McCleary, redshirt junior
Velten Meyer, freshman Adam Monsen, senior photo courtesy of Srjdan Marjanovic
The men’s golf team gets fired up for last spring’s inaugural Wallace Jones Invitational, ULM’s first home tournament in seven years.
“You can always count on a solid round from [Tepley],” Hsu said. “I know when he hands in his scorecard it’s the absolute best score that he could’ve produced for that round or that tournament.”
The Rice Invitational takes place February 4-5. Tee time is set for 8 a.m. on both days.
Mason Seaborn, sophomore Greg Small, freshman Christian Tepley, sophomore Kirk Thomas, freshman Cody Wells, senior
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a distraction based on a simple formula. You choose a team to root for. When they win, you’re happy. When they lose, you’re sad. And in between, we enjoy all the sack dances, thunderous dunks and homeruns we can stand. That’s it. Sports are a welcome vacation from the minutiae of life, but there in lies the problem. We spend so much time obsessing over them that we inflate them into something they aren’t. Real life is scary, so let us have our fun without pondering some cosmic life lesson. Sports give us an outlet to forget our troubles. So let’s leave real world issues at the door. The Harbaughs
aren’t making some kind of statement about the American family. And we shouldn’t pretend otherwise. I guess this wouldn’t be a Super Bowl column if I didn’t make a game prediction. Lets go with San Francisco 28, Baltimore 21. Colin Kaepernick running the zone-read should be enough to slow down the Ravens pass rush and allow the Niners to crank up the play action pass to tight end Vernon Davis. Well look at that. I managed to come up with an actual relevant storyline that benefits the viewer. You’re welcome. Enjoy the game. contact Adam Hunsucker at hunsucam@warhawks.ulm.edu
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there’s “life lessons” to be learned. Take our new friends the Harbaughs. When younger brother Jim leads the San Francisco 49ers against older brother John’s Baltimore Ravens, it’s about more than a world championship, so we’re told. Why this is a validation of the “American Dream.” Concrete evidence that family truly does concur all. How quaint. See here’s the thing about sports, and it’s something we lose sight of all the time. They aren’t important. Not the Super Bowl, March Madness or the BCS. None of it. Sports are actually pretty simple when it comes down to it. They are
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Tennis team sets sights on championship
“...I am excited to lead the Warhawks.”
by Adam Hunsucker
Patrick Hiltz, Head Volleyball Coach
Hiltz in, Vasquez out as volleyball coach by Adam Hunsucker
ULM has hired Patrick Hiltz as it’s new volleyball coach, per athletics director Bobby Staub. “We are excited to have coach Hiltz on board as the new leader of the Warhawk volleyball program,” Staub said. “We are confident that he will do a tremendous job leading our program.” Hiltz replaces Ernest Vasquez, who was fired on Jan. 8. Staub called Vasquez’s dismissal a “personnel matter” and would not comment further on the change. A former Warhawk assistant coach, Hiltz returns to Monroe after spending one season as the head coach at Nicholls State. He will also lead the sand volleyball team in their inaugural season this spring. “It is great to be back at ULM, but honestly I never felt like I really left as I followed the football team’s amazing season,” Hiltz said. “ULM gave me my first opportunity at the Division I level and I am excited to lead the Warhawks.” Under Hiltz, the Colonels finished 2012 with an 11-19 record and the seventh seed in the Southland Conference tournament. Sand volleyball begins it’s season on Saturday, March 9 at the Ron Jon Surf Shop Beach ‘N’ Boards tournament. contact Adam Hunsucker at hunsucam@warhawks.ulm.edu
The ULM women’s tennis team is hard at work preparing for the spring season. But not in the familiar confines of Raymond Heard Stadium, at least not today. Instead, you’ll find them on the track. And at the mercy of coach Terrence De Jongh’s stopwatch. The girls have two options; finish their sprints in 45 seconds or start over. Needless to say, they’re pushing themselves to avoid the latter. There isn’t a racket in sight, or a even a single tennis ball. But there’s a method to the madness. De Jongh called the fall exhibition season “dominant,” but for Warhawk tennis to finally capture that elusive Sun Belt championship, they’ll have to work for it, as a team. “The fall was impressive, but now it’s a brand new season,” De Jongh said. “We have to be more team oriented with everything we do, including practice, running and drills.” The spring season is scored based on the overall team performance in six singles and three doubles matches. The first team to win four of the nine total matches picks up the victory. De Jongh ULM finished the 2012 season with a 15-4 record before falling in the quarterfinals of the Sun Belt Conference Tournament for the second year in a row. This year’s team returns four starters, including team captain Medy Blankvoort, who produced a 16-1 record
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Medy Blankvoort picks up the ball and sends it to the other side of the court.
in singles play last season. “Medy has been doing a lot of work pushing the team,” sophomore Sophie Rufyikiri said. “She’s our leader.” De Jongh will be counting on Blankvoort—a first team All Sun-Belt selection—to anchor the team on the court, a role she takes seriously. “I’m trying to push them, literally and figuratively, and lead by good example,” Blankvoort said. Joining Blankvoort are veterans Rufyikiri, and fellow sophomores Silvia Tumova and Ema Turudija. Freshmen Justyna Krol and Iris Van Leeuwen finished 3-0 in doubles play during the fall
and are looking to build on that success in their first spring in the program. The team added freshman Petra Horakova to the roster this semester. “I’m excited for all the girls. I think they can all have a tremendous year,” De Jongh said. contact Adam Hunsucker at hunsucam@warhawks.ulm.edu
For results from Sunday’s home match with Central Arkansas visit ulmhawkeyeonline.com
Tickets available for defending Sun Belt champion Warhawks by Adam Hunsucker
Tickets are now on sale for the 2013 Warhawk baseball season. ULM will kick off the 2013 season on Feb. 15, hosting Wake Forest and Alcorn State at Warhawk Field. The Warhawks will play 29 home games this season. 2012 was a banner year for the program, which saw ULM capture the Sun Belt Conference tournament championship, it’s first conference championship since 1995. The team’s appearance in the 2012 NCAA Regionals was their first since 2000. A new attendance record of 1,604—good for second in the Sun Belt—was also established during 2012. Tickets can be purchased by calling the ULM ticket office at 318342-3ULM, or at www.ulmwarhawks.com. Single-game tickets are available, starting at $8 for general admission. Reserved benchmark seats are available for $10. contact Adam Hunsucker at hunsucam@warhawks.ulm.edu
Average attendance at Warhawk Field in 2012, a new school record. ULM ranked 39th in the nation in attendance.
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ULM earned championship gold in 2012 by winning the conference tournament
Number of Sun Belt teams in the top 50 in attendance. The top 4 were ULL, ULM, South Alabama, and Troy.
Number of ULM players selected in the 2012 MLB Draft. Joey Rapp, Jeremy Sy, and Randy Zeigler were all selected by the San Francisco Giants.
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Warhawks soar past Troy
photo by Daniel Russell
Guard Marcelis Hansberry picks up his dribble and looks for an outlet pass against a Troy defender.
Men’s basketball drops OT thriller to Trojans by Adam Hunsucker
One of the oldest adages in college basketball is if you don’t make free throws, you aren’t going to win. ULM found this out the hard way on Saturday night, as Troy escaped Fant-Ewing Coliseum with a 71-64 overtime win. The Warhawks (3-13, 2-8) used a furious second half comeback to force overtime against the Trojans (912, 4-6). But the rally came up short. Mostly at the free throw line. An abysmal 10-26 shooting performance from the charity strip— including 2-15 in the second half and overtime—left Keith Richard chuckling and shaking his head. “That’s the ballgame,” Richard said. “Missed free throws are like turnovers. It’s an opportunity you lost that you gave to the other team. That’s a shame because that’s why we lost. Period.” ULM struggled to score against Troy’s man-to-man defense during the first half, shooting 38 percent from the field. Richard made several adjustments at halftime that opened things up for his team offensively. “They were daring us to shoot the ball from the outside in the first half,” Richard said. Things began to open up for the Warhawks, thanks to increased ball movement that sparked a 10-1 run and made it a one-possession game. Richard used several lineup combinations in the final minutes, and two timely three’s from reserve guard Trey Lindsey helped the Warhawks stay in the game. After swapping the lead several times during the final two minutes, Trent Mackey drained a three-
38.5% ULM struggled at the free throw line, making only 10 of 26 attempts.
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Players from both teams go up for a jump ball as ULM head coach Mona Martin looks on Saturday afternoon at FantEwing Coliseum.
Strong first half powers women’s basketball to victory by Adam Hunsucker
pointer with one second left that forced overtime. Troy pulled away in the extra session, building an early four-point lead that ballooned to a seven-point victory for the visitors. And to add insult to injury, they put it the game away with four consecutive freethrows. “I wish better things for them because there’s a lot of competitiveness in these guys. They want to win more games,” Richard said. “I’m not mad at them. I’m dissapointed for them.” Guard Amos Olatayo got out of his resent scoring slump and led ULM with 21 points. Forward Jayon James filled up the stat sheet with 14 points and seven rebounds, while also getting his teammates involved with five assists. The Warhawks travel to Boca Raton for a rematch with FAU on Thursday, Jan. 31. ULM beat the Owls by a single point, 65-64, back on Dec. 29 at Fant-Ewing Coliseum. Tip-off is scheduled for 6 p.m. contact Adam Hunsucker at hunsucam@warhawks.ulm.edu
Mona Martin let out a giant cheer during her post-game press conference. One could even call it thunderous. ULM’s veteran women’s basketball coach is the first to tell you that she’s an emotional person. It’s just how she’s wired. As a coach, sometimes that can be a feast or famine proposition, especially with this year’s young team. But on Saturday afternoon at FantEwing Coliseum, it was time to feast. The Warhawks (4-15, 2-8) took advantage of a high-scoring first half to come away with a 7974 win over Troy. The win snapped a three-game Martin losing skid and gave ULM the season-sweep over the Trojans (3-16, 0-10). “We shot the ball exceptionally well in the first half because we were getting looks inside,” Martin said. “We got some easy buckets.” ULM scored a season-high 48
“We started getting stops and running our stuff on offense.” Ashleigh Simmons junior points in the first half on 48.7 percent shooting, taking a 15 point lead into the locker room at halftime. The hot start didn’t last. Those shots stopped falling in the second half, allowing Troy to go on a 17-5 run that saw the ULM lead dwindle to two. Situations like this can get the best of a young time. But not today. Martin’s team rose to the occasion. Thanks in no small part to junior forward Ashleigh Simmons. After a three-point play by guard Alexar Tugler, Simmons kept the momentum going with two tough buckets inside, forcing Troy to burn a timeout. “I was trying to get everyone to calm down,” Simmons said. “We
started getting stops and running our stuff on offense.” Troy’s full-court press gave the Warhawks problems in the second half, but Martin countered with a quick adjustment. Martin had her guards inbound the ball, and began sending players to the middle of the court which gave her team some three-on-one looks that they took advantage of. “I thought a couple times we could have attacked more but I wanted to slow the ball down,” Martin said. “ We got it across the court and made them play some defense.” Simmons had a big day for ULM, finishing with 17 points and six rebounds. Many of those points were set up by Tugler, who finished with seven assists. Three total players finished in double figures, including Tugler with 10 and Jasmine Shaw with 19. Warhawks women’s basketball returns to action on Wednesday, Jan. 30 at Florida Atlantic. Tip-off is set for 6 p.m. contact Adam Hunsucker at hunsucam@warhawks.ulm.edu