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Irish band to open Celtic Fest on campus P 9

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ISAAC BLOWS BY

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Band adds to game day atmosphere P 7

Hurricane leaves less damage than expected P 6 photo by Emi McIntyre

Soccer sweeps in shutout wins P 12

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CALENDAR

Tuesday, 9-4 FACS: Noppe, Lunte, Seiler: 7:30-9 p.m. in Emy-Lou Biedenharn Recital Hall

Wednesday, 9-5 NELA Fair – regional high school fair: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. in Fant Ewing Coliseum

Thursday, 9-6 NELA Fair – regional high school fair: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. in Fant Ewing Coliseum Miss ULM Interest Meeting: 2-3 p.m. in Student Center 170 ULM Faculty Art Reception: 5-7 p.m. in Bry Gallery GAOC – Bua, Traditional Irish Band: 7:30-9 p.m. in Emy-Lou Biedentharn Recital Hall

Friday, 9-7 Spirit Day: 9-11:30 a.m. in Scott Plaza

BRIEF

Fall 2012 Bill and Linda Rambin Public Debate The Department of Communication’s Speech and Debate Forum is hosting the Fall 2012 Bill and Linda Rambin Public Debate.

On Tuesday, Sept. 4 from 6-8 p.m. in Stubbs 100, Travis Smith and Alex Warren, will debate the resolution: When in conflict, education should be valued above economic gain.

Dr. Charles Walts, assistant professor of communication and debate coach at University of Texas at Tyler, will provide an argumentation workshop for students in Dr. Lesli Pace’s argumentation and debate class.

Together with Travis, the two are the winningest team in the history of parliamentary debate and were the top seed in elimination debates at the 2012 National Parliamentary Tournament of Excellence.

For further information please contact Pace at pace@ulm.edu or 342-1165.

NATION

STATE

Medical report Shell seeks may release more time to girl’s charges begin drilling

Isaac causes thousands to flee the south

ISLAMABAD (MCT)—A Christian girl who’s only been identified as Rimisha and was accused of blasphemy is a juvenile, according to a medical report presented to a Pakistani court, which improves her chance of being released on bail and eventually acquitted of the charges.

Rimisha was arrested in Islamabad earlier this monthafter being accused of desecrating the Quran. Her family said she was 11 years old and had mental disabilities. The medical report judged that Rimsha was a minor, but determined that she was 14.

Rimsha was charged with blasphemy after police came under pressure from an angry mob. In the charges, her age was put at 16, and she was sent to an adult maximum-security jail.

NEW ORLEANS (MCT)—A weakened Isaac edged northward out of Louisiana on Thursday, leaving onethird of the state without power, and more than 60,000 residents evacuated from their homes. At least one death was reported.

Hundreds of homes remained underwater, and nearly 5,900 weary residents in Louisiana scrambled to makeshift shelters. At least 500 people who had gambled on riding out the storm were rescued by helicopter or boat, as Isaac was downgraded late Thursday to a tropical depression.

Although levees protecting New Orleans held, officials warned that the danger had not passed.

President Barack Obama has declared both Louisiana and Mississippi disaster areas.

GIRDWOOD, Alaska (MCT)—As Shell Alaska’s effort to begin exploratory offshore drilling in the Arctic Ocean runs up against a weather-related deadline in the Chukchi Sea, the company has asked to extend its drilling window there.

The current deadline of Sept. 24 was set by the U.S. Department of Interior to allow time to clean up any oil spill before the onset of winter sea ice.

A deadline extension is important for Shell, which has spent more than $4.5 billion preparing to drill its first exploratory wells off the coast of Alaska in more than 20 years.

With only a few weeks before the current cutoff for drilling, Shell has yet to receive its final federal permits to begin.

Bridge program expands OTA’s career opportunities

by Jaclyn Jones

The University of Louisiana System’s Board of Supervisors recently approved ULM’s proposal for an Occupational Therapy Assistants to Masters of Occupational Therapy Bridge Program.

The program can expand career opportunities for certified occupational therapy assistants.

The proposal will be presented to the Board of Regents for approval in October. If approved, the anticipated start of the program is Fall 2013.

Patti Calk, department head of the Occupational Therapy Department, notes the importance of having a MOT Bridge program in Louisiana.

“Currently practicing Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants are going out of state to attend MOT bridge programs. Having the OTA to MOT Bridge program at ULM will keep these practitioners in the state which will not only save the students money, but also stimulate our economy by keeping tuition fees here in Louisiana,” said Calk.

The proposed degree can be completed in approximately two and a half years. The program will be comprised of 69 credit hours, which would include instructional online projects and once a month in-depth weekend classes on the ULM campus. The idea of the hybrid program is for already practicing OTA’s to be able to continue to work, while expanding their education.

Only certified Occupational Ther-

QUOTE

“We shall not grow wiser before we learn that much that we have done was very foolish.”

Friedrich Hayek, economist

CORRECTION Last week we incorrectly printed that Taylor Diaz was the president of the Secular Student Alliance. Jesse Pope is actually the organization’s president.

WHAT HURRICANE?

apy Assistants, who possess a bachelor’s degree and certain pre-requisites, are eligible to apply for the Master’s of Occupational Therapy Bridge Program.

“The reaction to the proposed program has been extremely positive.”

Patti Calk, OTA department head Steps to receive accreditation from Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education are already being taken by the department of occupational therapy.

The department, as well as students, is eager for the program to begin.

“The reaction to the proposed program has been extremely positive.

I receive multiple phone calls and emails daily to provide information and review transcripts of OTAs who want to apply to the program once the program is approved. Greater than 70 percent of the students that have gone through the OTA program in the last three years have indicated an interest in returning for the MOT bridge program,” said Calk. contact Jaclyn Jones at jones2@warhawks.ulm.edu

photo by Emi McIntyre

Senior toxicology major Mitch Welling and several of his friends played kickball on campus Thursday evening during Hurricane Isaac.

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Seniors to take finals early

by Sydney Bonner

If you are one of the many students who have senioritis, this may be your lucky break. Commencement will proceed on Dec. 8 which means that seniors will be required to take finals at an earlier date.

Students graduating in December will have to take finals early enough for teachers to submit their final grades by 3 p.m. Monday, Dec. 3.

Teachers are to arrange dates so that plans fall accordingly for commencement. Syllabi will provide additional information for students about finals.

“This change does put some pressure on faculty to submit final grades earlier, but this will not be a huge hardship, and I think the graduating seniors will greatly appreciate this new arrangement,” said Professional Director of Graduate Studies in the College of Pharmacy, Dr. Paul Sylvester.

If any issues occur, students should contact the faculty member’s department head, the dean, and then Eric Pani, Vice President of Academic Affairs.

The dean’s office will provide faculty members with a list of graduating students around Sept. 7. Graduating students are to check with their professors around that time to ensure they are on the list. If your name is not on the list, you are to contact the dean’s office.

“G ra d u at i ng a week earlier has placed more stress on my workload.

Everything seems more rushed and not as simple. I’m sure this Sylvester decision has also doubled the teachers workload as well,” said Jillian Reaux a senior speech pathology major.

Many years ago, ULM held commencement services this way which was a contributing factor for this decision. The committee whom decided on this found it beneficial to graduating students so they wouldn’t have to stick around a week longer waiting to graduate. It also requires the residence halls to stay open lon-

“Graduating a week earlier has placed more stress on my workload.

Jillian Reaux senior, speech pathology major

ger.

Faculty feels mixed about the decisions because they will not have as much time to cover information they feel is valuable for senior courses.

“I think it is a good idea to move the ceremony ahead one week because it will be more convenient and will most likely induce more seniors to attend graduation. Most University campuses hold graduation immediately after finals week for this very reason,” said Sylvester.

The changes for this semester were finalized by President Bruno and the Vice President of the University. contact Sydney Bonner at bonners@warhawks.ulm.edu

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NEWS

Entergy awards grant to dental hygiene program

by Shelby DeSoto

The Dental Hygiene department recently received a $2,500 grant from Entergy.

The grant will be used for supplies and patient education for their Mobile Dental Hygiene Unit. This is the department’s second federal grant they have received.

Judy Fellows, associate dean of the College of Health Sciences, helped in the efforts to get the grant.

“We wrote to Entergy requesting to be considered for program,” said Fellows.

As of right now, the total of dental patients seen in the mobile unit is 427 with 439 dental visits.

“We provide dental cleaning, fluoride, x-rays and nutritional counseling,” said Jordan Williams, assistant professor of the Dental Hygiene deptartment. Williams is also the coordinator for the mobile dental hygiene unit.

“We plan to continue our efforts to target the whole community,” said Williams.

Williams said she hopes that children will learn good dental habits early on and incorporate them at home.

Since fall 2010, the mobile unit has been in Ouachita, Morehouse and Richland parishes.

The mobile unit provides dental care to people and families who lack the funds to do so. It also helps give dental hygiene students hands-on experience with their future careers.

“We’re making a difference in our community and in our students,” said Williams.

The mobile unit houses three rooms for patients and storage for supplies. The dental hygiene deptartment. plans to continue bringing the mobile unit to elementary schools and community centers in northern Louisiana “It’s very impressive, and we’re proud to have it at ULM,” Fellows said, “We are all very appreciative for Entergy and this grant.” contact Shelby DeSoto at desotosl@warhawks.ulm.edu

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OPINION

RNC makes my day, Eastwood’s in Tampa

GARRETT BOYTE For those of you who didn’t know, this past week Tampa played host to the Republican National Convention.

Of course, I was glued to CSPAN like a small boy to a new toy.

The RNC showcased a variety of speakers, and included everyone from Mitt Romney to former Olympic athletes. But the best speaker of them all was Clint Eastwood with his chair.

Rumors had floated that Eastwood was going to be the mystery speaker, but no one knew he was going to have an invisible Barack Obama sitting with him on stage.

Eastwood stood in front of the RNC and had a one-sided conversation with a chair. To his credit, it was a brilliant conversation.

Eastwood asked the invisible Obama about the war in Afghanistan.

“But you thought the war in Afghanistan was okay? You thought

that was something worth getting into? We didn’t check with the Russians to see how they did there for 10 years,” Eastwood said.

Now what’s important to note about that punch line is that when Eastwood said it, he received huge applause and cheers from all over the forum. This is the same crowd that booed the very idea of making a single cent in cuts to Pentagon spending because somehow the Department of Defense is infallable.

What do the Republicans want? Do they want to be fiscally conservative, or do they want to be pro-war Democrats? They need to decide.

I watched them cheer Gov. Robert McDonnell’s daughter when she basically said we can’t cut one penny from defense, they cheered Rand Paul when he suggested cutting defense spending, saying not every dollar is well spent. And, of course, they cheered Eastwood, too.

There were a lot of possible contenders for the next cycle, who made an appearence last week.

The party conventions are always a great place to look when scouting for the next election. And there were a good many possibilities presented.

I will say this: Out of all the political hopefuls for the 2016 race, if Romney

loses, there are a few favorites.

I thought Paul may have had an Obama 2004 moment, but Condoleezza Rice looked like she may have had the same thing. I’m also going to include in here Sen. John Thune of South Dakota.

My point being, the most promising of all of these would-be presidential contenders, is Eastwood and his chair. Social media definitely seemed to think so. After he spoke, “Eastwood/Chair 2016” blew up on Facebook and Twitter.

Eastwood/Chair 2016? Now that’s a ticket America can really believe in, and it would probably be one of our more sane decisions.

Based on Eastwood’s speech, Eastwood/Chair would be an antiwar ticket, would encourage creative differences and would be even more Hollywood than any other presidential ticket to date.

Yeah, I could support Eastwood and his chair. They make as much sense as anyone else.

When you run out of bad ideas, the best you can do is to go with the crazy ideas. Right?

Now my only question is, where can I get a bumper sticker? contact Garrett Boyte at boytejg@warhawks.ulm.edu

HAWKEYE P.O.V.

Isaac shows Louisiana can handle hurricanes Louisiana’s response to Hurricane Isaac was a far cry from the questionable responses of the past.

Where the state welcomed Katrina with incompetence, seven years it had a plan. Communities from New Orleans to Monroe were prepared for the worst.

The billion-dollar repairs to the levee systems around New Orleans appeared to pay off as the city’s damage during Isaac pales in comparison to Katrina.

Granted the power of category one Isaac was nothing compared to force of category five Katrina, but things certainly could have been worse than they were.

Even in areas where conditions were worse, like Tangipahoa and Plaquemines Parishes, officials were organized to get people out. With around 60,000 people to evacuate in Tangipahoa alone, planning proved essential in this crisis.

Given that Isaac descended on Louisiana nearly seven years to the day of Katrina, the Hawkeye thinks Louisiana learned from its mistakes of the past.

Our citizens heeded the warnings of local and state officials to evacuate. Our emergency personnel risked their lives to save those who did not and to accommodate those in special need after the storm’s wake.

While we in Northeast Louisiana did not experience the kinds of damage our neighbors to the south did, the Hawkeye thinks our leaders and emergency workers in Monroe and ULM deserve special recognition for their steadfast preparedness in the event that the storm was worse.

Hurricanes can be unpredictable. University administrators recognized the danger a hurricane could pose to ULM and made the call to shut down. Though it was not as bad as everyone thought it would be, the Hawkeye is relieved to see ULM achieve its plan.

Maybe we jumped the gun on Hurricane Isaac KRISTIN NIEMAN Stock up on water, canned goods and the works. Fill up your gas tank.

Have your flashlights ready. Load up on sandbags. It’s hurricane season and if there is one out there, people are in a frenzy.

ULM seemed to be well prepared for Isaac’s arrival. However, I feel like they called the shots on the weather a little early, canceling classes Wednesday evening until after the holiday. Don’t get me wrong, I’m

thankful for the free days. But we only received around two and a half inches of rain and experienced a pretty windy day and a half.

We all know Isaac swept through the Gulf and the state this past week.

The damage caused down south is unfortunate, and my heart truly does go out to them. But did the MonroeWest Monroe area really need to basically shut down?

As much as I enjoyed school being canceled, and I’m sure people enjoyed their days off from work or whatever else closed for them, I couldn’t help but to think we went a little overboard. A little rain on Wednesday morning and someone said, “Here’s the beginning of Isaac.

Everyone be safe!!!”

It was sprinkling, then sunny again 10 minutes later.

I appreciate how prepared ULM, the state and other facilities were, but isn’t there another way to go about handling these things? Maybe wait until we know a little more or until it is at least raining in the area.

Two and a half days of classes were lost at ULM. Teachers will now have to rearrange their material and syllabi and cram more information into some days because we had some rain and wind. I know there’s no way to know for sure ahead of time how things will be, but I don’t think it was worth the hype that was put out.

On a normal rainy day, life goes on as normal, but if there’s a hurricane or tropical storm out there…I don’t know. Better safe than sorry, I suppose. contact Kristin Nieman at niemankd@warhawks.ulm.edu

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NEWS

Hurricane Isaac breezes by campus

Storm not nearly as severe as many had predicted

by Kristin Nieman

Hurricane Isaac turned the normal three-day Labor Day weekend into a five day weekend for students after ULM’s administrative team met Wednesday morning to assess the conditions of the storm.

While extreme weather conditions were expected, the campus sustained very little damage as a result of Isaac.

The wind and rain resulted in some fallen limbs and debris throughout campus along with minor window damage and roof leaks.

No streets flooded, according to an email by President Nick Bruno.

“I want to extend my appreciation to the entire campus community for your cooperation during the last several days,” said ULM President Nick Bruno.

Bruno kept students, faculty and staff up to date throughout the week with Isaac updates via email and a special website set up by the university’s Office of Public Information.

On Wednesday, classes starting at 4 p.m. or later were canceled until after the holiday, and administrative offices closed at 5 p.m. that day until Friday morning.

Certain student and campus service functions like the SUB, Starbucks and the convenience store remained opened, while places like the book-

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GARDEN DISTRICT DAMAGE

inches of rain Monroe received from Hurricane Isaac, much less than predicted. store and Schulze Dining Hall closed.

The expected four to eight inches of rain from the storm didn’t quite happen for Northeast Louisiana. The area only received between two and three inches of rain during the storm, but the wind gusts did reach the expected 40 to 50 mph.

Under an existing agreement, ULM’s Fant-Ewing Coliseum was equipped to serve as a Special Needs Shelter.

The Department of Health and Hospitals provided medical services to the shelter, and Louisiana’s Department of Children and Families Services operated the shelter.

The shelter never received any evacuees and closed Thursday night.

When Isaac made landfall, it was a Category 1 hurricane. It hit in southeast Louisiana on Tuesday along many Gulf Coast cities, including New Orleans, which was devastated by Hurricane Katrina nearly seven years ago to the day.

Some weather forecasters predicted more than 20 inches of rain in parts of the state.

photo by Emi McIntyre

Though most of campus survived Hurricane Isaac with minimal damage, others in Monroe weren’t as lucky. A tree fell on the garage of this Garden District home, crushing the roof and the cars inside.

The $14.5 million levee project that was produced after Katrina in 2005 operated as designed during Isaac, and prevented New Orleans from receiving half the damage that could have been.

However, there was flooding outside the system. Plaquemines Parish, a region southeast of New Orleans suffered a great deal. Many residents who didn’t evacuate were stranded in their homes after water spilled over

the top of a critical levee.

A dam in Pike County near the Louisiana-Mississippi border became stressed from the high waters brought by Isaac. As of press time Friday, it had not yet failed.

If it does, 17 feet of water could pour into Kentwood within 90 minutes, Jindal explained in a press briefing. The dam is being breached and drained slowly to release enough water to take pressure off the dam.

Education college receives top raking

GetEducated.com says online degree one of nation’s best

by Jaclyn Jones

A college ranking website listed the College of Education and Human Development as one of the nation’s best online programs.

GetEducated.com is a company that ranks and rates universities based on many factors; the main two being affordability and credibility.

After being reviewed and compared to many other programs nationwide, multiple ULM CEHD programs received “best buy for online degree” recognition.

With the average price of tuition and distance learning fees less than $11,000, ULM’s online Master’s of Art in Teaching ranked in at number two when it came to affordability com-

pared to other MAT programs.

Along with the affordability ranking, MAT also received an “A” as an overall rating.

Victoria Miller, a graduate history and art of teaching student, was happy to hear of the rankings.

“It makes me feel confident that my degree will be worth something once I graduate,” said Miller.

The online Master’s of Art in Teaching wasn’t the only ULM program recognized. The Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction ranked number six when compared to 35 other programs.

The majority of the programs on the list, including ULM, price of tuition and fees were under $15,000.

The difference between the highest ranking program and ULM’s MCI was only $3,730.

ULM’s online Masters in Education ranked number 27 out of 367

“It makes me feel confident that my degree will be worth something.”

Victoria Miller, graduate student programs, the affordability being rated with an “A-.”

“We already knew we provided a quality online program, but to be recognized as one of the ‘best buy’ programs was really a positive thing,” said Sandra Lemoine, dean of the college. “You may be able to find an online program that’s affordable, but the degree may be low quality.”

The online Master’s in Educational Administration also received a solid ranking of 10 with an overall “A-” for affordability.

“We’re grateful for the recognition,” said Lemoine. “ULM is a great school, and we’re competing with some of the top online universities. It lets people know that not only do we offer a quality education, but an affordable one as well.” contact Jaclyn Jones at jones2@warhawks.ulm.edu

to learn more about the online education degree, visit: www.ulm.edu/onlinedegrees

ULM began preparing for Isaac Monday. Though not much damage was caused to the campus or the area, ULM was prepared with pre-existing plans to help protect students and the community.

University offices re-opened Friday morning, but classes still did not resume until Tuesday because of the Labor Day holiday. contact Kristin Nieman at niemankd@warhawks.ulm.edu

BRIEFS

Food Services teams with SGA for committee Food Services Director Robert Hoag has established a committe through the SGA to examine students’ food needs.

The 10 member committee will consist of SGA members. The committee’s members have not yet been appointed.

The committee will meet with Hoag once a month to assess how food services is accommodating the students.

SGA President Calvin Stafford said students are welcome to provide input and ideas to the SGA for the committee to bring to Hoag.

ULM, LSU AgCenter join for disease research Scientists at ULM and LSU AgCenter are working together to research breast cancer, prostate cancer, ovarian cancer, cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetesw and water quality.

The two institutions agreed in May to collaborate on a series of five research projects. Research teams submitted proposals to be reviewed by both institutions; proposals required a faculty member from each institution.

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Sororities choose new sisters on bid day

by Emma Herrock

Sororities gained new members on Monday. Rush week ended with “bid day,” the day when potential new members choose a sorority.

The potential new members attended parties last Friday, Saturday and Sunday to decide which sorority to join.

At the end of the week, sororities offered bids to the potential new members. On “bid day” the girls who received bids accepted or denied the bid they’ve received.

“I chose Alpha Omicron Pi because I felt most at home there. I really clicked with the girls I had gotten a chance to talk to and knew that AOII would be the best fit for me,” said Rebecca Baudin, a freshman biology major.

Kelsey Moore, a pre-dental hygiene junior, said she joined Kappa Delta because she felt most comfortable in that sorority.

“I joined Kappa Delta because that is where I felt I could be my true self,” Moore said.

Moore also said she’s excited about the connection she’s making with the girls in her sorority.

“I’m gaining 100 new friends that can help with school or just be there

photos by Emi McIntyre

for me when I’m having a bad day,” Moore said.

Leslie Neider, a freshman prenursing major from Dallas continued a family tradition by joining Alpha Omicron Pi. “My mom was an AOII at ULM as well, and when I met the girls in the chapter I absolutely fell in love and knew that I wanted to follow in my mom’s footsteps and join as well,” Neider said.

Mallorie Hays, a sophomore biology major, said being in AOII will mean having connections with the other members for the rest of her life.

“During school, I know that I will have people to help motivate me, and even some that will be taking the same classes that can help me as well,” Hays said. contact Emma Herrock at herroceg@warhawks.ulm.edu

Above: Jordan Moss (left), Chandler Kimbro (center) and their sisters rally on Bid Day for their sorority, Phi Mu. Right: Kylie Stracener and her Kappa Delta sisters channel their inner ‘MeriKA to celebrate this year’s bid day selections.

Sound of Today marches to football season Band works hard to add to game day atmosphere

by Lea Anna Cardwell

On a football game day, Amber Moore arrives at the stadium at 9 a.m. and stays until 10 p.m. or later. Most people would say she’s a very dedicated fan. But it’s more than that.

As a member of the drum line for the Sound of Today marching band, Moore spends most of the day rehearsing before she marches through the Grove and into Malone stadium to cheer for the Warhawks.

The other 121 band members are right there beside her.

Before the school year even begins, the Sound of Today holds a week of pre-band photo by Emi McIntyre

Tuba player Tucker Futrel practices for the upcoming football season.

camp to prepare for the upcoming season. For five days, the band members rehearse music and learn formations for nearly 12 hours straight.

During the semester, members of the Sound of Today practice four days a week for an hour and a half each day.

That’s on top of their class loads, Moore which, for music majors, can reach up to 20 hours per semester.

“We’re more than just band people. We’re students too,” Moore said.

“We have a lot going on, but we take pride in our program.”

Not all band members are music majors. Drum major Philip Petit is a senior atmospheric science major, yet he leads the band.

“This is my senior year, and I’m taking a lot of tough classes, so it requires time management,” Petit said.

“But it’s no different than participating in SGA, CAB or a fraternity. This is the organization I choose to give my

time to.”

In addition to being an “unofficial spirit group,” as the band members call it, the Sound of Today also participates in a large number of community outreach programs to assist local high schools.

Moore learned about the ULM marching band while growing up in Monroe. Now, as a member of the Sound of Today, she uses her talent to give back to local high school programs by volunteering for high school band camps and competitions that ULM hosts.

Petit volunteers for the music fraternity’s Rent-A-Band program which sends ULM band members to play at local high school football games for schools that don’t have music programs.

The Sound of Today also performs at Lakeshore Elementary’s drug-free pep rally every year to help encourage younger students.

Jason Rinehart, the band’s director, said programs like this have a positive impact on both the community and the university.

“We are reminding people that

“We have a lot going on, but we take pride in our program.”

Amber Moore, drum line member ULM as a whole is here and we are to be used as a resource for whatever needs the people of our community have,” Rinehart said.

Rinehart said while band members devote their time to creating the game day atmosphere, they are also learning leadership, responsibility and time management skills on top of the music.

The band makes its 2012 debut on Sept. 21 for the ULM vs. Baylor game in Malone Stadium. contact Lea Anna Cardwell at cardwela@warhawks.ulm.edu

to learn more about the ULM Music Department, visit: www.ulm.edu/music

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FREESTYLE

What’s in for fall; latest fashion trends of the season Bold colors and animal print are still stylish

By Shelby Desoto

This year, it’s all about colors and textures. If you loved the neon colors in the summer, don’t hang them up just yet.

Neon is hotter than ever, and having a neon color like lime or coral in a pattern gives a great pop of color to any outfit. Other colors like navy, burgundy and forest green are going to be the colors for fall, according to Marie Claire magazine.

You can also incorporate color into your wardrobe by adding a colorful necklace, tights or handbag.

Think heavy, bold textures to help add definition and personality without overdoing it. Look for velvet, leather pants and tweed pea coats this fall. Military style jackets are also going to be popular, as well as trench coats.

If leather is going to be big, so will animal print. Leopard print bags with bright colors like turquoise will be very popular. Don’t be afraid to use

animal print in a top or even a jacket.

Accent your funky leopard with some skinny jeans and leather boots with cable knit socks pulled over.

Jarred Keller, a senior mass communication major, is looking forward to both new and old styles.

“Retro keeps coming back right now, and you see a lot of girls in old school high waisted denim,” he said.

“I really like wearing colored pants with button downs.”

Other students, like Amanda Zotzky, a senior mass communication major, are excited about wearing neon for the fall.

“I love anything that has bright colors or pink.” said Zotzky. “I’m not sure which trend will catch on the most on campus because so many people have many different, awesome styles.”

So this fall, mix it up a bit and don’t be afraid of color. Keep in mind the classics like jean jackets, scarves and braided belts. Think about your personal style and how you can change it up with the hottest trends. contact Shelby Desoto at desotosl@warhawks.ulm.edu

Local clothing shops offer alternatives to chain stores

by Sydney Bonner

For students tired of shopping at the chain stores in Monroe here are a few local clothing stores in the area.

“K-Sera” on Trenton Street in West Monroe has a lot of clothes available for girls. This shop sells some of the latest trends like animal prints, skinny jeans and wedge booties.

Guys can shop at “The Toggery” on 18th Street in Monroe for brands like Southern Tide Polos and Mountain Khakies, which is a jean Vargo line for guys.

“I like to shop at ‘River Outfitters’ because they are one of the few retailers in Monroe that sells brands like ‘The North Face,’ ‘Southern Tide,’ Moore and ‘Vineyard Vines.,”Nick Vargo, a junior construction management major from Bossier City, said, “Bayou Gypsy” is located on Tower

Models needed for career style show Sept. 19

by Emma Herrock

Drive in Monroe. This story currently only sells clothes and jewelry for girls but is about to open another shop called “Bayou Beaux,” which will sell clothing for guys.

“Salt and Pepper” is located on Trenton Street in West Monroe. This store sells vintage clothing, purses, shoes, jewelry and even furniture. Emily Moore, a senior graphic design major from Swartz, said she likes to shop at “Salt and Pepper” because they have “decent prices and a huge selection that can essentially fit anyone’s styles.” contact Sydney Bonner at bonners@warhawks.ulm.edu

Models are needed for the Career Style show on Sept. 19.

Roslynn Pogue, director of career connections and experiential education, said any student that would like to model is welcome. No requirements are needed to model. Guys and girls are needed for the style show.

Pogue said, “We want to present appropriate professional wear for both men and women.”

Interested students will need Pogue to prepare an outfit from their wardrobe and go by the Office of Career Connections in Library room 314 by 4 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 12, to sign up. Career Connections will provide assistance to models with their outfits if needed.

For more information call the Office of Career Connections at 342-5338.

“K-Sera” in West Monroe sells colorful headbands.

Different necklace designs are available.

“K-Sera” also has plenty of clothing and shoes. photos by Sydney Bonner

contact Emma Herrock at herroceg@warhawks.ulm.edu

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Traditional Irish band to perform this week

photo courtesy of buamusic.com

by Emma Herrock

BUA, a traditional Irish band, will perform at Emy-Lou Biedenharn Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday.

The band released an album in 2011 titled “Down the Green Fields.”

BUA’s website said the band plays traditional Irish music “with a precision and intensity that is rarely heard on this side of the Atlantic.”

This event kicks off the Northeast Louisiana Celtic Festival. This is the

eighth such performance in conjunction with NELA. ULM Students and faculty will receive free admission with ULM ID. General admission tickets are $15 and can be purchased in the VAPA office in Biedenharn Hall, Room 105.

For more information contact the VAPA Office by calling 318-342-1414 or go to www.ulm.edu/vapa. contact Emma Herrock at herroceg@warhawks.ulm.edu

Awkward moments happen even in college The

Caty Chronicles My name is Catherine, but everyone calls me Caty. As a fifth year super senior, I have experienced many things and learned many lessons while pursuing my degree here at good ole ULM. From awkward to amazing, each moment has been different and eye opening. I hope maybe each reader can take away something from my journey and apply to his or her own.

We’ve all been told college is the best years of our lives. But everyone seems to forget to tell us they are also the most awkward.

High school awkwardness has nothing on the awkward situations students can find themselves in while attending college. The sad (yet great) part is, most of them are avoidable.

One of the most embarrassing and scarring moments for a student can be getting kicked out of class. Not

CATHERINE MORRISON only is it publicly humiliating but… never mind…actually the public humiliation is enough to make it one of the most awkward things that could happen.

Trust me. It’s happened to me before.

I was sitting in class (cell phones were a huge “no-no” for this teacher) and had my phone. I glanced down at a text message and when I looked up, the teacher was staring at me (more like into my soul) as I realized I had been caught. She told me to leave and I could not believe I was getting thrown out class.

I eventually realized I knowingly disrespected this teacher’s rule, and I had deserved to be kicked out.

I NEVER brought my cell phone back

to that class again. Lesson: You won’t get kicked out of class, and scarred for life, if you follow the rules.

Another avoidable awkward moment: waking yourself up in class because you were snoring.

Now I’m not going to say this has happened to me before, but I’m not going to say it hasn’t either. Not only does this anger teachers, but snoring publicly really makes it hard to make new friends.

How is this avoidable? Go to bed on time. Turn off Facebook and get some sleep.

Lastly, one of the most awkward moments a person can encounter: falling in public. Curbs, stairs, slippery floors and poorly made shoes all make this campus extremely prone to the infamous public fall.

If you find yourself in this situation it’s best to quickly stand up and laugh with the people who will most likely be laughing, too.

How is this avoidable? Don’t text while walking, pay attention to where you’re going and maybe take a ballet class to enhance your gracefulness. contact Catherine Morrison at morriscl@warhawks.ulm.edu

ACDA student chapter hosts Hipster: old trends become new style session for local high schools

by Catherine Morrison

by Garrett Boyte

The American Choral Directors Association chapter at ULM hosts local junior and high school students to teach them more about music.

The ACDA is a world-wide organization, which hosts festivals and events in nearly every country.

Recently, the ULM chapter held the first part of its All-State Choir Preparatory Session.

“Our first session went well,” Amber Atkins, the Public Relations Chair of ACDA, said. “The numbers are not where they were in the 90s, but we are planning on bringing this session back every year.”

ASCPS is a workshop for any and all high school students in the area who plan on auditioning for the All-State choir, Atkins which is held every fall in Baton Rouge.

In these workshops students will have sight-reading help, section rehearsals, individual lessons, group rehearsal time and a mock audition.

“We hope to not only help students learn their music so that they are able to represent our district well at the state level, but also to give them a little bit of confidence in their abilities,” Atkins said.

ULM’s ACDA chapter started out in an attempt to help with the mission of the national ACDA: Spread American music around the world.

Atkins said they want to bring back the ACDA so they can help choir directors at area high schools.

“We want to build strong musicians,” Atkins said. “In the process we are also helping teachers, strengthening students mentally and creatively and giving ULM music students the opportunity to teach students and invest in their generation.”

The last session involved Ouachita Parish High School and West Ouachita high school. Atkins said she hopes to add West Monroe, Neville, Bastrop and others to their sessions.

For more information about how to get involved contact, Allison Friloux, vice president of membership, at friloual@warhawks.ulm.edu. contact Garrett Boyte at boytejg@warhawks.ulm.edu

Oversized cardigans and a love for comic books and thick-rimmed glasses are some of this season’s hottest fashions. It definitely cannot be denied that the old “nerd” look is now the new “cool” look.

This trend of “out with the new and in with the old” is often described as the “hipster” look.

Stores such as “Icing” and “Flower Child” (both located in the Pecanland Mall) are even selling fake glasses to supply accessories to all of those fashionistas searching to fit in by being different. “Forever 21” is also another great place to get down and nerdy with a wide selection of oversized sweaters, vintage-style mini dresses and, of course, classic vintage tees.

Being a hipster is not just a fashion statement though; it’s a way of life for some students.

“The hipster trend also is submerged in politics and world problems. It’s not just a clothing statement, it’s a whole new life style for the college world,” Hanna Elias, a junior psychology major from Monroe, said.

“It has a quirky way for submerging college students into society, politics, the economy and humanitarianism.”

All of those people out there who were made fun of in elementary school for trading Pokémon cards, casting spells they learned from Harry Potter or sporting their favorite super hero on their back packs can rest assured that vengeance is sweet. All of these things are no longer classified as “not cool.”

They’re very much in style.

Blame the boost in super hero movies being produced or mark it down to the simple fact that things have a way of coming in and out of style faster than Pikachu evolves into Raichu. Whatever the reason, nerd is the word.

What does it take to become a Elias hipster? Urban dictionary had a little something to say.

“Although ‘hipsterism’ is really a state of mind, it is also often intertwined with distinct fashion sensibilities. Hipsters reject the culturally-ignorant attitudes of mainstream consumers, and are often seen wearing vintage and thrift store inspired fashions, tight-fitting jeans, old-school sneakers and sometimes thick rimmed glasses,” said Urbandictionary.com in one of its many definitions for “hipster.”

So ladies, slip into that sexy wool sweater. Gents, put on those penny loafers. Everyone, put on those fake glasses, and read like it’s going out of style… which with the way things are going could be tomorrow.

contact Catherine Morrison at morriscl@warhawks.ulm.edu

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Pharmacy association awards ULM teacher

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by Catherine Morrison

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28 Motherless calf 29 __ of Gloucester: “King Lear” character 30 Fiscally conservative Democrat, say 31 “Iron Chef” supplies 32 Pass (by) quickly, as time 33 Booty 34 Ancient home of Irish kings 35 Unseen “Fiddler on the Roof” tyrant 36 Picked locks?

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Professor joins cancer review team

by Hope Barton

Roxie Stewart, assistant professor of pharmacy practice at ULM, won the Bowl of Hygeia award at the Louisiana Pharmacists Association’s Annual Conference.

The award is based on outstanding qualities such as community service and leadership.

“I am extremely honored to have received this award. I have had some great mentors in my career who have shown me the importance Israel of giving back to the profession and to the community,” said Stewart. “Like many pharmacists, I love our profession and love helping others. To have been recognized and nominated by my peers for something that many pharmacists do on a daily basis is truly humbling.”

Since 1958, The Bowl of Hygeia award has been linked with the pharmacy profession. It is considered the most honored award to achieve in the field.

“Dr. Stewart is an outstanding example of the type of faculty who teach, mentor and perform research in the College of Pharmacy. I am very

“I am extremely honored to have received this award.”

gratified that Dr. Stewart’s efforts over the past several years are being recognized,” said Dr. Benny Blaylock, dean of the College of Pharmacy.

“Her service and leadership in Louisiana make her a most deserving recipient of the Bowl of Hygeia award.”

Not only is Stewart an award-winning professor that her students look up to and learn from, but she is also a mentor that inspires beyond the classroom.

“The Bowl of Hygeia Award is a distinction only reserved for the best; to me, Dr. Stewart encompasses all aspects of this prestigious award,” said Marissa Israel, a second year pharmacy student. “Seeing how Dr. Stewart goes out of her way to help others inspires me to become a compassionate and caring pharmacist and mentor.”

Once again ULM’s Pharmacy program is being recognized.

Khalid El Sayed, associate professor in the Department of Basic Pharmaceutical Sciences, was chosen as a reviewer for the National Cancer Institute’s Internet Assisted Review team.

“Joining one of the National Cancer Institute study sections is a great honor,” said El Sayed. “The invitation came after discussions with an NIH/ NCI Program Official concerning a pending grant proposal that received a very good score and hopefully will get funding.”

El Sayed will travel to Maryland in October and will be a vital part of a peer review web based process discussing the merits of proposed projects and will help decide which medical research grants receive funding.

Benny Blaylock, College of Pharmacy dean said, “It really recognizes the accomplishments of both Dr. El Sayed and the Department of Basic Pharmaceutical Sciences at the national and international level.”

El Sayed is looking forward to his work with the National Institutes of Health and continuing with ULM’s pharmacy program.”

contact Catherine Morrison at morriscl@warhawks.ulm.edu

contact Hope Barton at bartonha@warhawks.ulm.edu

Roxie Stewart, asst. professor of pharmacy

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Warhawks ready to face Razorbacks

photos by Daniel Russell

Left: Players go over rushing drills leading up to the first game. Top: Starting offense and defense square off.

Saturday marks season opener

by Adam Hunsucker

After sitting out week one with a bye, ULM opens the 2012 season on the road in Little Rock against tenthranked Arkansas.

The Warhawks wrapped up preseason practice on Saturday and are transitioning into game week preparations. With an intense fall camp behind them, this group is excited about what lies ahead Saturday night.

“We’re tired of beating up on each other. It’s time to beat up on somebody else,” linebacker Cameron Blakes said. “We’re ready to go out and eat.”

The team is hungry to take the field, and it’s former Razorback Austin Moss who has the biggest appetite on the roster. Moss spent two years at Arkansas before transferring to the junior college level in 2011. He signed with ULM in the spring.

“Getting a chance to play them [Arkansas] was one of the reasons I came to ULM,” Moss said. “I’m coming out hitting.”

The Razorbacks made headlines this offseason when head coach Bobby Petrino was fired after lying to school officials about an inappropriate relationship with a football staffer. Former assistant John L. Smith was hired in April to be the interim coach.

Despite the transition, ULM head coach Todd Berry doesn’t anticipate many changes to the Hogs’ highpowered offense. “They’ve got depth at key positions, which means they

“We’re tired of beating up on each other. It’s time to beat up on sombody else.”

Fans have waited patiently

Cameron Blakes, senior, linebacker can continue to roll guys out there,” Berry said of Arkansas’ roster.

Tyler Wilson, a Heisman Trophy candidate, runs the show from the quarterback position. Wilson will throw early and often, especially to wide receiver Cobi Hamilton. The return of Knile Davis will give the Razorbacks a threat out of the backfield.

The junior running back led the SEC in rushing in 2010. Davis was out last season with an broken ankle.

For the Warhawks to have a chance, it will require a herculean effort from the defense. “They’re very explosive and have a lot of weapons,” defensive coordinator Troy Reffett said. “Nobody slowed them down last year.”

ULM has grown accustomed to early season matchups with ranked opponents, but unlike previous years, there’s a sense of urgency inside the program to be competitive.

Showing up to collect a paycheck is no longer an option for Berry’s team.

“These aren’t preseason games or warm-ups for conference play,” Berry said. “We’re going to do everything we can to win.”

Kickoff is scheduled for 6 p.m., and will be broadcast live on ESPNU. contact Adam Hunsucker at hunsucam@warhawks.ulm.edu

ADAM HUNSUCKER

12 years is too long for these teams to not meet

Since moving to northeast Louisiana, I’ve managed to pick up a few things about my new surroundings.

I’ve learned winter is for killing deer and not basketball.

I’ve learned crawfish go with any meal imaginable. Most important of all, I’ve learned ULM and Louisiana Tech really don’t like each other.

Separated by a mere 34 miles, both institutions prove that familiarity really does breed contempt. LA Tech views

themselves as the superior school in the region—which is ironic considering they have “Tech” in their name. ULM considers the Techsters just a bit uppity and perhaps in need of a helpful shove off their high horse.

How could the Warhawks and Bulldogs settle their differences? The same way we settler every great regional dispute in America; with a football game.

Sun Belt Commissioner Karl Benson touched on the subject during the ULM Athletic Foundation’s kickoff event. According to Benson, there isn’t any doubt the two teams should play every year.

The esteemed commissioner may have been working the crowd, but he’s not wrong. This game needs to happen.

College football is built around dynamic rivalries. The kind of grudge matches where hating the other team is just as fun as cheering for your own. This series meets all the criteria. Regional intrigue, longstanding vitriol, pharmacists against engineers, Tim McGraw vs. Trace Adkins—ok maybe we can do without that.

So why haven’t these teams played since 2000?

Louisiana Tech claims to have nothing to gain from the matchup. Playing ULM isn’t befitting of a Conference USA program. After all, mighty C-USA did finish with a 2-5 record against the little old Sun Belt last season. Oh wait.

ULM and Tech have managed to keep the basketball series going, but who are we kidding? In a football-crazy state like Louisiana, a hoops game lacks the intensity needed to quench a fan’s thirst. This must be settled on the football field.

If LA Tech could look past their own short-sidedness, they’d see the potential windfall in this rivalry. A homeand-home series is a guaranteed sellout, providing both programs with an attendance boost and another muchneeded asset; money.

Grab that cash with both hands and make a stash. ULM is game. The balls in Tech’s court. All they have to do is send it east on I-20. contact Adam Hunsucker at hunsucam@warhawks.ulm.edu

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Volleyball uses depth to pick up victories

by Zack Brown

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ULM’s Blanka Ocana goes up for a block against Stephen F. Austin’s Keeley Kainer Tuesday.

Ernest Vasquez came in to his third season as head coach of the Warhawks volleyball team. This season Vasquez has been filled this season with 12 players and unlike last year it allows him to go to the bench when needed.

Vasquez said, “With a full roster we are able to put people in the game and get different looks.”

Mahogany Dilonga, Lacey Dietlin and Meghan McCoy were the only players to finish the college career after last season. All three contributed to bringing ULM out of a two year slump. On Aug. 28, Dilonga signed with a professional team in Germany.

Now, Vasquez has split the captainship among returning players.

Each player brings a different leadership quality to the table.

“One girl might be a really strong leader on the court, and one might be a leader academically,” Said Vasquez. “Each Grabiec player has their own role this

“Each player has their own role this season. It ensures all the pressure isn’t on one person.”

Ernest Vasquez, head coach season. It ensures all the pressure isn’t on one player.”

When asked what it felt like last season to snap that losing streak, Vasquez said, “Interesting. It was nice to finally fulfill my promise to the older girls that they’d find success in the form of a win.”

Vasquez comes from a different area of the country that plays volleyball differently. He compared his unique style of coaching to the west coast offense in football where many players are moving around to stretch out the defense. Most teams run a traditional offense, and the Warhawks have recruited player that can play everywhere.

Amy Grabiec is one of those play-

ers recruited to fit in to Vasquez’s offense. Grabiec, the teams only true beach volleyball player, spent her summer training with professionals in California.

Graduate Assistant Coach Sarah Johnson is another addition accustom to the west coast style of play.

Johnson is a former Arizona State player and said she is confident in the Warhawks after last week’s win over Stephen F. Austin.

J o h n s o n said, “This win showed that this is going to be a successful season.”

This season ULM is predictJohnson ed to finish last in the Sunbelt Conference.

“I couldn’t image being in a better position.” Said Vasquez.

“Everybody puts ULM there because the history of volleyball at the school and here’s a chance to change their minds.”

The Warhawks travel to Jackson, Ms., Tuesday to play Jackson State. contact Zack Brown at brownzt@warhawks.ulm.edu

Soccer wins against coach’s old school Freshman leads team to back-toback shutouts

by Zack Brown

Coach Mazza traveled to his former stomping grounds of ArkansasPine Bluff on Wednesday and left with a 3-0 victory. The win brought the Warhawks record to 2-1 on the season Mazza came to ULM last season after previously coaching at Pine Bluff for five seasons.

Senior Kaitlin Morin transferred from UAPB last season but didn’t play against her former team.

“It was different being on the opposite bench after five years,” Said Mazza. “But it was good to leave with a victory.”

Freshman Karlea Fehr continued to show her dominance as she fisnished with a goal and two assists.

Fehr lead the Warhawks with seven goals on the season, and she de-

“We have a new coach, new team and everyone is working hard for a spot.”

Karlea Fehr, freshman scribed her college career as “exciting.”

“We have a new coach, new team and everyone is working hard for a spot.” Said Fehr.

“Karlea has really been turning it on.” Said Mazza. “She is maturing as we move forward and keeps putting players in Fehr the right situation.”

The other two goals came off as-

sists from Fehr to Sophomore Taylor Bonetti and Freshman Kelley O’Dwyer.

Mazza’s runs a 4-5-1 offense that Fehr said she’s used to playing.

Knowing this offense continues to help her score this season.

The shutout win against UAPB is the second straight on the season for the Warhawks defense. Senior Alex Holland deserves a lot of the credit, recording five saves at goalie.

This past weekend the Warhawks were scheduled to head to Hattiesburg , Miss., for the Southern Miss Tournament. Due to weather conditions, the Warhawks traveled to Starksville on Friday to play Mississippi State instead.

On Monday Sept. 3, the Warhawks will go to Hattisburg, Miss., to play USM on the last day of the tournament.

Practices were limited going in to the tournament because of

hurricane Issac, but coaches and players are confident that the team can win against the Bulldogs and Golden Eagles.

Fehr said, “We can pull off a win if everyone plays together.” contact Zack Brown at brownzt@warhawks.ulm.edu

photo by Emi McIntyre

Kaitlin Morin, a transfer from UAPB, boots the ball downfield against Grambling State University.