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Oil and gas companies back in Libya
Gator attacks Top democrat 90-year-old in will not run Everglades for governor
PARIS (AP) — At least five foreign oil and gas companies are back in Libya to work on resuming production, a Libyan official said Friday. Libya’s oil and gas sectors ground to a halt during this year’s insurgency against Moammar Gadhafi. Critics of NATO’s airstrike campaign that helped the rebels say its primary purpose was securing oil and gas contracts for the West — not protecting Libyan civilians, as the U.N. mandate for the operation outlined. Oil and gas companies who operated in Libya “are already back” to assess damage and restart facilities, said Aref Ali Nayed, a member of the rebel-led government.
COPELAND, Fla. (CNN) — An 8-foot-long alligator sank its teeth into a 90-year-old woman’s leg and tried to drag her into a canal in southern Fla., a spokeswoman for the state’s Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said. Margaret Webb was walking in her flooded yard when the alligator lunged at her and grabbed her by her left leg, commission spokeswoman Gabriella Ferraro said. Dewain Daniels, who was driving by, shot the alligator between the eyes with a .22 Magnum rifle. Webb’s left leg was amputated and her right is being treated for bites. She remains in critical condition.
Bry Hall reaches new personal record
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BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — La. Democrats’ top hope for a challenger to run against Republican Gov. Bobby Jindal says he isn’t running. State Sen. Rob Marionneaux announced Friday that “this is not the time” to run for governor. Democratic leaders had been trying to woo Marionneaux, a lawyer who is term-limited in the Senate, to get into the race. But he had expressed concerns about how the race would affect his family and whether he could raise enough money for the campaign. Tara Hollis, a little-known middle school teacher from Haynesville, is the only Democrat in the race.
“News is what people want to keep hidden and everything else is just publicity.” Bill Moyers, Journalist
photo courtesy of ULM Alumni Foundation
Above is an example of the Warhawk licence plate available from the La. Department of Motor Vehicles. Ninety-six percent of money raised goes to ULM scholarships.
Prestige licence plate sold to promote Warhawk pride, fund scholarships by Matthew Nolan
photo by Srdjan Marjanovic
Chris Randol builds a 48” tall vase in preparation for grad school in the ceramics studio located in Bry Hall. This piece takes the title for the tallest ceramic piece made at ULM.
Warhawk fans in the SUB were offered an opportunity last week to purchase a ULM prestige license plate. Ninety-six percent of the money raised from the plate sales was allocated to the ULM Alumni Foundation Scholarship Fund, which assists future Warhawks in reaching their academic goals. Student Government Association members and employees from the La. Department of Motor Vehicles put the new plates on vehicles with the assistance of Priscilla Turner, ULM’s Special Events Coordinator. The license plates were displayed for public viewing outside the SUB and captured the attention of motorists who were able to drive away with their new plates in 15 minutes. Pharmacy major Emily Cook said, “I can’t think of better way to demonstrate my Warhawk spirit. They look awesome!” Some ULM faculty members shared her excitement.
Dr. Rebecca Stephenson, a recently tenured English professor, said, “I’m sick and tired of all the LSU plates on campus. I’m going to proudly display my ULM license plate to counter all of these out of place LSU plates. I’m here. I’m a Warhawk.” Motorists will increase awareness of the university while ensuring the vitality of the ULM Alumni Foundation Scholarship Fund. ULM license plates Cook are still available. Visit http://www.ulm.edu/alumni/licenseplate/ or call the Louisiana Department of Motor Vehicles at (225) 925-6371 and ask for the ULM prestige license plate. Vehicle registration is required. contact Matthew Nolan at nolanmc@warhawks.ulm.edu
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NEWS
Step show Papa John’s accepts Flex SGA to host forums for set for Fri. Pizza parlor now by Emma Herrock
Nationally syndicated radio personality Rickey Smiley will host the I-20 Classic Step Show in the FantEwing Coliseum on Friday, Sept. 9, at 10 p.m. Students should come prepared to watch the fraternities and sororities from ULM and Grambling battle it out to see who will win the step competition. The teams will compete for the title of best group in North La., as well as a prize of $1,500 to the male and female winners. Nathan Hall, assistant dean of student life and leadership, said there will be “several surprises” for the students. Nearly 2,000 people attended last year’s step show, but Hall says they are expecting a much larger crowd this year. Hall believes that the I-20 Classic Step Show will be “the largest show ever on campus.” contact Emma Herrock at herroceg@warhawks.ulm.edu
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taking Warhawk express dollars by Sydney Bonner
by Cole Avery
The Papa John’s located on Louisville will now be accepting Flex Dollars. Papa John’s has not chosen a specific date, but using Warhawk Express should be available to students picking up pizza at Papa John’s in the upcoming week. This will give students a wider range of choices than what is offered on campus. Connie Cordero, marketing coordinator for a local Papa John’s, encouraged the Flex Dollars idea. Cordero worked with ARAMARK Food Services at ULM to advance the use of Warhawk Express. The Louisville store’s General Manager Chris Harmon and his employees support the changes and encourage students to stay in school. Papa John’s employee and ULM sophomore Shawn Alexander said, “It gives students a variety of food be-
photo by Sydney Bonner
General manager Chris Harmon of Papa John’s works with Dustin McFarlan (left) and sophmore Shawn Alexander (right) at the Louisville Papa John’s.
sides the SUB and the cafeteria.” Sophomore Dillon Crowell says, “Papa John’s participated in [Baptist Collegiate Ministries’] Pizza Wars Tuesday, Aug. 30, which was a great way for them to promote their new Flex Dollars!” Papa John’s decided to help ULM because restaurant founder John Schnatter believed in helping stu-
dents get an education. Schnatter graduated from Ball State University in Indiana knowing that he wanted to start his career by opening his own pizza business. Now Papa John’s is the third most successful pizza company in the nation. Contact Sydney Bonner at bonners@warhawks.ulm.edu
Sushi restaurant adds flavor to SUB’s choices Matthew Petch, junior kinesiology major, is excited to get his box of sushi for lunch at Sushic. photo by Sydney Bonner
Grand opening this week with samples, prizes by Sydney Bonner
A new sushi place called Sushic opened on campus this fall in the SUB. Sushic will have its grand opening on Sept. 8th where all students can attend to win door prizes, eat samples and much more from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Those attending the grand opening also have a the chance to win a CocaCola mini-fridge. The owner and manager of Sushic, Sui Kng, is excited to open his first business on ULM’s
campus. He said students can always expect something new at Sushic, especially since there are 49 different kinds of sushi. Kng said, “Our sushi company is great, not too expensive and very cheap for the students.” Kng said not all sushi is raw. Most Kng of the sushi at Sushic is all fresh and cooked. Rye and vinegar are common ingredients in his rolls. “Sushi is my favorite food,” said Kristi Simmons, a junior dental hygiene major from Shreveport. “I love that I can grab it in between classes without even leaving campus.” According to Kng, Simmons’ favorite rolls, the Temptation Crab and the Shrimp Tempura, happen to be favorites with most other customers as well. Sushic is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. during the week with sushi also boxed and ready to go at other times. contact Sydney Bonner at bonners@warhawks.ulm.edu
Plans for potential changes to the natatorium continue to unfold. Student Government Association President Brooke Dugas said in an email that the SGA is working closely with an architect on different options to change the pool, which is in need of repairs. Dugas said the architect will present both plans for renovating the building and plans that would create a brand new facility. The architect is supposed to present these plans to students at forums. However, no date has been set yet for the architect’s return to campus to host these forums. An online vote will be held after the plans are presented so that students can decide what to do about the natatorium. No date has been set for this vote, but a final decision on the natatorium must be made by Dec. 1. The summer decision by the administration to shut down the natatorium sparked an uproar from both members of the ULM campus community and people from the Monroe community at-large. The decision to close the natatorium was then postponed until the student body could come to an agreement on what to do about the pool. The natatorium will remain open for at least the remainder of the semester. What happens after that remains to be seen. contact Cole Avery at averyrc@warhawks.ulm.edu
Three automobile accidents reported in single day Three separate car accidents occurred on campus Wednesday. No injuries or major damage were reported, and no drivers were issued tickets for the incidents. The first accident happened at Starbucks when a driver clipped a vehicle while pulling into a space. The second collision occurred when two vehicles hit in the Commons II parking lot. The third accident happened at 500 Stadium Dr. when someone backed into parked vehicle.
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NEWS
Ed. degree reduces Concert honors 9/11 memory credit hours to 120 by Brandon Craven
by Erica Milton
The School of Education released its new degree plan this fall. This decision came after the Board of Regents mandated the school reduce the number of hours taken by education students. This collaborative effort between the Board of Regents and the Education Department streamlined the previous plan and now requires only 120 hours. Dorothy Schween, department head of curriculum and instruction, highly recommends the new education program to students currently enrolled as well as future students. The program is also available online. A few changes in the program include one less math class and a modularized multicultural class, which means that this course is no longer being offered, but elements of the course are being incorporated into related classes. Schween said the hour cuts came after the Board of Regents terminat-
Frat returns to campus this fall by John Sanders
The Delta Sigma Phi social fraternity will return to campus in Oct. The fraternity has already begun recruiting new members and will host information forums starting Oct. 17 for those interested in joining. Kevin Parks, the New Chapter Development Coordinator said, “I look for students who wish to lead and are wanting to become more involved in not only the school but the community, not those who wish to have a place to party and drink.” The selection process is value based. Park said it is important to talk with every single potential to truly get to know them. Some students are already buzzing about the comeback of Delta Sigma Phi. Freshman Tyler Buccola decided he wants to join the fraternity when it comes back. “I know some of the people who were a part of it in the past, so I am glad [the fraternity] can come back and restart,” said Buccola. contact John Sanders at sanderjz@warhawks.ulm.edu
ed five degree programs in the Education Department last spring; however, these cuts will not affect students in any negative way. Schween said, “We offer the same quality education as before but the degree name may be a little different.” She said the plan was made Schween so that students will have a greater chance of graduating and will be better prepared to teach in their future careers. “All of the job fairs that come to La. want the ULM graduates because they are well equipped for their position,” said Schween. More than 70 percent of students in this program graduate and receive job offers from Ala., Ark., La. and Tx. contact Erica Milton at miltonea@warhawks.ulm.edu
The ULM music department will honor the memory of those lost on Sept. 11 by holding a tribute concert on the tenth anniversary of the attacks. Deborah Chandler, director of choral activities, said, “[The concert] is so people can remember and reflect on where they were, and it’s a time to be thankful that something like this hasn’t happened since.” James Boldin, assistant professor of horn and music history, said that many of the ULM music faculty members, himself included, will also perform. Boldin mentioned that Mel Mobley, associate professor of music, composed a piece called “Elegy 9.11” specifically for the
event. The piece will feature lyrics from various patriotic tunes. Chandler had an important message for the men and women who continue to serve our country and to the people who were affected by the events of 9/11: “Thank you for being so brave and for risking your lives for our freedom and protection. Your country supports you, and the best way for musicians and other artists to show their support is to program and dedicate performances to the men and women who were affected by this tragic event.” contact Brandon Craven at cravenbp@warhawks.ulm.edu
Band brings new, modern songs by John Sanders
The ULM band Sound of Today has added a great deal of modern songs to their repertoire, including “Blow” by Ke$ha and “Judas” by Lady Gaga. “I really wanted to reach out to the students,” said Jason Rinehart, director of the Sound of Today. “We will be playing a variety of hit songs like ‘Dynamite,’ which we played at Convocation. We also have ‘Forget You’ as
the Hawk Line tune for our first home game against Grambling.” The band will continue to play “All I Do Is Win,” which has become a crowd favorite. The new and improved lineup of band tunes struck some positive chords with some students. Jeremy Katz, a student from Mandeville, La., said he wants to personally thank the ULM Band for pick-
ing current songs and not being the “Sound of Yesterday” anymore. “I also am hoping they will add rock tunes because that is more of the music I listen to,” said Katz. James Mues, a student from Fairhope, Ala., says it does not matter what songs the band plays because they sound great and that’s all contact John Sanders at sanderjz@warhawks.ulm.edu
Greeks Rush for new members Bid Day brings new opportunities for fresh faces by Devin Jones
The beginning of fall semester means Rush for ULM Greeks and its future members. Kicking off this event were the National Panhellinic Conference sororities Alpha Omicron Pi, Kappa Delta and Phi Mu. The NPC held three social parties before Bid Day on Graves Aug. 29 to meet and greet the 115 ladies interested in pledging. One of these girls was freshman elementary education major Haley Alford from Bossier City. “I’m an only child. I knew that if I joined a sorority, I would have sisters that would love me no matter what,” Alford said. She also said the sororities’ GPA requirement was incentive to study and keep her grades up. Alford was one of 31 girls Phi Mu extended bids to. The fraternities in the Interfrater-
Members of Kappa Alpha assemble outside their house on Bid Day.
nity Council began their Rush activities on Aug. 29, ending with Bid Day on Sept. 1. Senior kinesiology major and Pi Kappa Alpha member Anthony Graves was ready for new members to join Pi Kappa Alpha (PIKE). Graves said that being a part of a fraternity would open many doors once you graduate. “It looks good on your resume when you get out of college,” said
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“It looks good on your resume when you get out of college.”
forget.” Also selecting new members this fall, the National Pan-Hellenic Council, or Divine Nine, had their probate show, which is equivalent to Bid Day, on Sept. 1.
Anthony Graves
visit ULM Greeks.com for more information on these organizations
Graves. “It’s a good way to meet new people, form long lasting friendships and have memories you will never
contact Devin Jones at jonesdn@warhawks.ulm.edu
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Various departments find new homes around campus by Ciera Paul
Several departments switched buildings over the summer in an effort to make campus more efficient. “What was acceptable 20 years ago isn’t acceptable today,” said Jeffrey Cass, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. “The departmental moves were done in the interest of the students.” The Airways and Computer Science Building, commonly known as Airway, changed its name to Hemphill Hall to better fit its new resident, the College of Business. With the college of business now in Hemphill Hall, the math department
“I enjoy not having to go to another building for my next class.” Tamia Smith moved to the Administration Building. Cass said English and math are both core subjects, and teaching them in the same building will make things easier on students.
Kinesiology has moved to Brown Hall because of sewage problems in its old location. Freshman, pre-nursing major Tamia Smith of Slidell said that although this is her first year, she is excited that the faculty of the university is making changes that will benefit the students. “It’s already a long walk from Masur to Admin, so I enjoy not having to go to another building for my next class,” said Smith. Cass said more changes could come in the future.
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La. man killed by brain-eating amoeba in water
contact Ciera Paul at paulcr@warhawks.ulm.edu
illustrations courtesy of MCT Campus
The illustration above demonstrates how the N. fowleri amoeba passes through the nose to attack the brain and destroys brain cells.
N.fowleri influx in local natural water sources proves fatal photo by Lane Davis
Students are found keeping cool and having fun in the fountain located in Scott Plaza infront of the library.
Summer heat has students trying to keep cool until fall relief comes Record high temperatures; how to stay cool by Markeaya Eaton
Weather forecasts predict Monroe will finally get a little break from the more than 100-degree weather next week, as rain is expected to drop the temperatures to the low 90s. However, up until now, students have been feeling the effects of some of Monroe’s hottest weather as they
walk from class to class. With the temperatures averaging 100-105 degrees at the hottest times of the day and only dropping to an average of 70 degrees in the coolest, people are trying their best to beat the heat. Psychology major Kimyata Gardner says, “I am keeping cool by staying out of the heat for long periods of time.” Students aren’t excited about going outside to get to their next destination. The extreme sun is also affecting skin to the point that people reach for
sunscreen lotion. General studies major Mya Romero says that she is doing all that she can to stay out of the sun. “I try to drink plenty of water, stay inside, wear my hair up and do what I can to stay cool.” At least until fall temperatures arrive, students and faculty are encouraged to keep hydrated and find airconditioned areas around campus to remain cool and out of long exposure from the sun as long as the heat continues. contact Markeaya Eaton at eatonmj@warhawks.ulm.edu
by Marcello Gomez
A brain-eating amoeba has claimed its third victim of the year, this time an unidentified 20-year-old male in La. The amoeba, officially known as Naegleria fowleri, enters through the nose where it then travels to the brain stem and destroys brain matter. One to seven days after infection, it causes meningitis-like symptoms including headache, fever, nausea, vomiting and stiff neck. After noticeable symptoms occur, the disease progresses rapidly and generally becomes fatal within one to 12 days. The Center for Disease Control said the amoeba tends to like the type of weather Monroe is currently experiencing. Warm, unchlorinated water increases the amoeba’s birthrate. Though the risk of being infected is only one in 10 million, Dr. Debra Jackson of the ULM microbiology
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reported in the US from 2001 to 2010 department said people in Monroe should know the dangers. “People must be aware it is present in our environment,” said Jackson. Jackson said covering your nose while swimming is im- Jackson portant because that is how the amoeba enters the body. Other ways to lower the risk of being infected include abstaining from swimming in warm, outdoor water sources, taking care with small children and swimming in clean pools. contact Marcello Gomez at gomezmd@warhawks.ulm.edu
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NEWS
During last week’s Ace’s Amazing Race, freshmen students raced around campus to be the first to finish their tasks, find all of their clues and ultimately head back to the grove where winners received a special prize. 1: The winning team shows off their enthusiasm for being the overall champions. 2: Ace does a pre-race dance to hype up the crowd. 3: Groups prepare their team numbers with paint to show off their spirit. 4: Brooke Dugas speaks to the first year freshmen about the race. 5: The winning team races to one of their tasks/clues. 6: A team tries to figure out a clue to go to their next challenge. 7: The winning team arrives at their final goal as the victors of the race.
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FREESTYLE
Student releases inspirational CD by Eddie Ray Fountain
ULM’s own Keldric “Kel” Bonton is releasing his new CD called“CP3” on Sept. 9. Bonton, a senior mass communication major, got his inspiration for his new CD from different situations he’s gone through as not only a student, but as a man. Bonton’s love of music began when his father introduced him to music at a young age. Because of this, he grew a strong appreciation for the art. As a mass communication major, he plans to use his degree to advance his music. He wants to take on every piece of work that goes into this side of entertain-
ment. Bonton said, “I want to be an all around artist, I want to do it all.” Bonton’s talent doesn’t stop at rapping. He also has an ear for composing, something he hopes to use in conjunction with his own company called Flyy Guy Entertainment. He wants his company to become its own brand, and he’s looking for any and all kinds of genres of music. “There’s no discrimination of any genre. My focus is really to make good music and make music that makes a difference in people’s lives,” he said. Some things that mean a great deal to Bonton, are his supporters and
God. He said his religion has a profound effect on him, which is why there is no profanity in his music. Bonton said, “It’s really important that I put God over everything.” He goes on to say, “I have some of the best supporters, and it drives me to work harder. It makes me feel like I’m doing something right. I appreciate all the support from my fans. I love you all.” Bonton’s CD, which features fellow ULM student Trey Parker, will be available for free download on his websites. contact Eddie Ray Fountain at fountaer@warhawks.ulm.edu
photo by Srdjan Marjanovic
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OPINION LETTER TO THE EDITOR
If the pool stays, your fat rolls may go away Dear editor, The school year has begun once again, and so have the late-night cramming sessions fueled by junk food, stressed-induced belly fat, and ultimately, the “freshman 15.” Perhaps you are not a freshman, well than consider it the “Sophomore 30,” “Junior 45,” or the “Senior 60” – Oh my! No one wants to graduate college and enter the “real world” work force looking like the before shot of a Jenny Craig commercial. Well, guess what type of exercise burns the most calories? Swimming! On average, a swimmer burns as many calories in an hour as someone running six miles in an hour. Running outside this time of year will most likely end with a heat stroke. Instead, do a backstroke at the Olympic-sized Lake C. Oxford Natatorium. Stay cool while you stay fit. Swimming works your whole body and also improves cardiovascular conditioning, muscle strength, endurance, pos-
ture, and flexibility all at the same time. Why not enjoy your Mountain Dew, Twinkies, and Ben and Jerry’s and be able to fit into your pants, too? Swimming regularly makes it possible. “I think ULM should keep the Natatorium because it gives adults and children a fun way to exercise,” Megan Broussard said. Broussard is a former University of Louisiana at Monroe student and has been swimming at the Natatorium since she was a little girl. The Natatorium provides both beginning and advanced swimming lessons, water fitness classes, SCUBA diving classes, American Red Cross lifeguard training certification classes, and American Red Cross water safety instructor classes. It is also used by high school swim teams in the surrounding area. Ashley Pennington West Monroe, La.
Democrats just can’t do it; four more years of Jindal
COLE AVERY If you read the brief on page two of this paper, then you know that state Sen. Rob Marionneaux will not be running for governor. Democrats throughout the state had been optimistic that Marionneaux would decide to challenge Gov. Bobby Jindal. More than they wanted Marionneaux, they just wanted someone to get behind.
Now the party is back to square one, with no well-known candidate to back. Simply put, the La. Democratic Party is essentially dead. Jindal’s critics have accumulated a long, long list of grievances, including millions in higher education cuts, using state funds to promote his book and fundraise around the nation and, as of last legislative session, his willingness to tax water but not tax cigarettes. He’s got an approval rating that shows he is beatable and lots of discontent in his own party. But what Jindal does have going for him is $9 million in campaign funds and a big, fat “R” behind his name. There is a general belief among people in this state that all democrats are some sort of clones of Barak Obama or Nancy Pelosi. In fairness,
that couldn’t be further from the truth as most democrats in La. are probably more moderate than Republicans in the Northeast or Calif. Still, the Republican Party has done a fantastic job of branding Democrats as liberal monsters. They’ve done such a good job that the party is nearly non-existent in much of the South, perhaps especially so in La. What the state gets instead is a lot of stagnation. No debate. No real chance for change. Republicans are not going to challenge Jindal because, as a party, they are more content with owning the governor’s office than owning a governor who might do a better job. Sorry Jindal foes; it looks like your stuck with him for the next four years. contact Cole Avery at averyrc@warhawks.ulm.edu
HAWKEYE P.O.V. The past few weeks have shown that people have strong feelings over the natatorium issue, and people should have those strong feelings. Rarely does an issue arise that affects every single person on campus. Rarer still is when that same issue also stretches to members of the Monroe community. The natatorium has become one of those issues. A similar wide-sweeping issue arose last spring with the fee restructuring referendum. The Hawkeye was able to present the issue to the students in an unbiased manner and allow them to make an informed decision about what they were voting on. The students’ voices were heard, and the referendum failed. It is our job to cover the natatorium story to the fullest amount of coverage we can give it, and we will. The Dec. 1 deadline to make a decision will be upon us before we know it, but when that time comes, the readers of this publication will be well informed about what students will be voting on. Every meeting about the natatorium will be covered by this newspaper. All the facts that can be gathered will be gathered and presented to you, the students. We couldn’t call ourselves a newspaper if we didn’t give you the facts to decide for yourselves what you want done about your pool. Letters like the one published this week are more than welcome in this newspaper. If you disagree with Ashley, we encourage a response letter. If you agree with the letter, write another letter showing support for the issue. If you want to buy ad space to prominently display your opinion like one group has done, we can definitely help you out there, too. We don’t discriminate. A newspaper is supposed to be about the free exchange of ideas and discussion. Thank God for the First Amendment. An issue as important as the potential closure of the natatorium should be discussed freely and openly. The Hawkeye is your forum to have your voice heard. The Hawkeye is not yet ready to take an official stance on the matter because we do not feel that all of the facts and issues have been brought to light. We are extremely fortunate that we are in a position to hear all of the concerns and issues that people from all sides may present so that we can make an informed decision when we do decide. It is our job to know these things. So much is in the air on this issue. As we find things out, we’ll pass them along to you. It’s our job, and we will be around for the duration of this discussion. We aren’t going anywhere.
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SPORTS
Soccer’s strong play earns ULM its first home win, routes Southern 3-0 by Kiki Elmore
The ULM soccer team dominated Southern University on Aug. 28 to claim their first home win of the season in a score of 3-0. “It was a good win for us,” coach Stacey Lamb said. The Warhawks took a 1-0 lead toward the end of the first half when sophomore forward Megan Lindholm scored off a feed from goalie Hannah Linzay.
Around the 82-minute mark, sophomore Kylie McIntyre scored off a corner kick to give the Warhawks a 2-0 lead. Alyssa Wooden added to her team-high as she scored her third goal of the season with just 2 minutes left in the game. Freshman forward Taylor Bonetti connected with McIntyre and Wooden on each of the final two goals. “Our forwards played a really good game and our defense held Southern tight,” Lamb said.
The Warhawks held a 22-2 shots advantage in the match and the defense kept Southern 0-2-0 without a shot on goal the entire match. The Warhawks will be back in action Wednesday as they travel to Shreveport to take on Centenary. On Friday, Sept. 9 they return home to take on Southeastern Louisiana. The match is scheduled to begin at 4:00pm. contact Kiki Elmore at elmorel@warhawks.ulm.edu
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photo by Srdjan Marjanovic
Freshman Amanda Wiliams (right) works her way to the goal for ULM.
LSU transfer finds new home at ULM as soccer’s goalkeeper
ASQUEZ
by Kiki Elmore
Volleyball finally snaps its 2 year losing streak by DeRonTalley
Volleyball head coach Ernest Vasquez triumphed from the sidelines as the team defeated Stephen F. Austin on Wednesday. The Warhawks (2-0) won in five sets (2624, 23-25, 25-20, 15-25, 15-11) the day after beating McNeese State in a five-set thriller, which snapped a 40-match losing streak. Vasquez said he told the team to fight. He said, “If you play sports, you ‘gotta’ fight.” The team got the message and proved it to Vasquez. Against The teams’ Stephen F. Austin, 40-match the team never comlosing streak began at home manded the series, but they closed out against North sets. Texas Oct. 2 “This is not a turn2009,in a score around. This is only 0-3. two matches, we are just getting started,” Vasquez said. The team had not won a match since Sept. 29, 2009 at Jackson State University. The team has moved on from that history, and showed it on the court. Jumping around at times themselves, the girls had a lot of fun on the court. Vasquez agreed and said that it is not one particular girl that brings the success, it is all of them. “You got to put the best athletes on the court, that’s all it comes down to,” he said. The team plays Grambling State on Tues. Sept. 6 at home in the ULM Activity Center. The first set begins at 6:00 p.m.
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contact DeRon Talley at talleydl@warhawks.ulm.edu
Goalkeeper Hannah Linzay said she plans to help the Warhawks soccer team reach the Sun Belt Conference Tournament. “We’ve done well so far, so we have to keep playing hard to get to that tournament,” Linzay said. Linzay, a Cheneyville, La. native, is a sophomore on the field and has begun a very successful 2011 season. Before making her first appearance for the Warhawks, Linzay began her career for the LSU Tigers in the 2009 season. She made an appearance in two games against Kentucky and Florida where she did not allow a goal in 24 minutes of play. Political issues at LSU and wanting to be closer to her brother, Linzay transferred to ULM for the 2010 season. “My brother was one of the reasons and I wasn’t happy there and it wasn’t fair of the way I was treated,” said Linzay. Though she did not have an official visit to ULM, it is where her brother attends school, and she said she was more familiar with the Monroe area. She also said, she felt she could be very helpful to the Warhawks. The transition from LSU to ULM did not start on a good foot. For the 2010 season Linzay took 9 months off and was redshirted due to a lower body injury. It had been the longest she had taken off since the beginning of her soccer career. In her absence, the team called on junior Alex Holland to defend the goal. While Linzay was inactive, she assisted Holland in practice to help improve her skills. Linzay showed she
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could contribute to the team, despite her injuriy. Now Linzay is back on the field in hopes of getting back to her 100% footwork and taking the Warhawks to the Sunbelt Tournament “We have a pretty good chance of not only going but competing in the Sun Belt Tournament,” said Linzay Off the soccer field, Linzay is a Kinesiology major with a concentration of Exercise Science. Linzay said, compared to LSU, ULM curriculum is a bit easier and the teachers are much more helpful. “At LSU professors really don’t care whether you failed or succeed. At ULM the professors are more personal and active in each student’s curriculum,” Linzay said. Outside of her brother and his friends, the bond between Linzay and her teammates are very strong. She consider her teammates to be sisters and said that they are “very strong together.” contact Kiki Elmore at elmorel@warhawks.ulm.edu
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THE UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA AT MONROE
September 05, 2011
SPORTS
‘I-20 Classic’ is about bragging rights
DeRON TALLEY The ULM football team plays its biggest game of the season this weekend. This game is not a conference game, nor does it come with a trophy, but its winner gets bragging rights. ULM hosts Grambling State on
ULM Quarterback Kolton Browning was named Louisiana Freshman of the Year in 2010. Browning ties the ULM passing record for eight straight games of at least 200 yards passing. He led the Sun Belt Conference in passing completion pecentage of 61.9.
Sept. 10 in an event known in Northeast Louisiana as the “I-20 Classic.” The event was last held in 2007 and over 30,000 fans attended the game, which set the record for the hightest crowd attendance in ULM school history. The football team has an opportunity to start more traditions at ULM with a win against Grambling. This win will give the ULM community pride. No longer will it be about “Tech” or “Gram.” Warhawk pride will stand bold. The new high-definition video board and seat-back chairs definitely adds to the fans’ experience. On the field, the quarterbacks will
Grambling Quarterback D.J. Williams will make his second collegiate career start Saturday against the Warhawks. In his college debut against Alcorn State, Williams led the Tigers in a victory over conference rival Alcorn State in the Port City Classic.
go head-to-head, as ULM’s Kolton Browning and Grambling’s D.J. Williams prepared all summer for this game. Both quarterbacks are surprise stand-outs in their respected programs. Browning tried to lead the Warhawks to an above .500 season in his first year at start, falling short in the season finale. Williams, the son of Grambling’s head coach Doug Williams, earned a starting job this summer over sophomore quarterback Frank Rivers. The tension on the field will be bleed into the stands as fans will proudly represent thier pride. Professors, students, parents and
ULM Running back Jyruss Edwards started in four but played in all 12 games for the Warhawks in 2010. He finished the season ranked second on the team in allpurpose yards per game with 95.9 and second in total allpurpose yards last season.
children support their programs, schools and culture. The “Boolah, Boolah” chants will fill the air, hoping to drown out Grambling’s band. ULM English instructor Vanelise Rivera said, “ULM definitely has great college spirit. It’s always a great pre-game. I think we have a great athletic community here.” The football team was unable to comment on the game as they prepared for its season-opener at Florida State. Kickoff against Grambling begins at 6:00 pm. contact DeRon Talley at talleydl@warhawks.ulm.edu
Grambling Defensive back David Stuckman had 18 tackles and one for a loss of yards in 2010. He returned a team-high 12 kicks for 204 yards. Stuckman ranked eight on the team in all-purpose yards.
Champion vs Champion Saints-Packers kick-off season Thursday at Lambeau Field by Anthony Drummer
The wait is over for football fans across the country. The much anticipated 2011 NFL season is about to kickoff with the defending champion Green Bay Packers taking on the New Orleans Saints in a battle of champions at the legendary Lambeau Field on Sept. 8. The Saints are looking to rebound from last year’s ugly playoff defeat at the hands of the Seattle Seahawks, and start the season off right. Offensively, Drew Brees and his receiving crew of Marques Colston, Lance Moore, Robert Meachem,
and Devery Henderson return to make a run at a second title this season. Noticeably absent on the roster this season, however, are former Saints first round pick Reggie Bush and tight end Jeremy Shockey. Bush was released in the offseason, and signed a new deal with the Miami Dolphins while Shockey moved on to the Carolina Panthers. The Saints addressed the loss of Bush in this year’s draft by selecting former Alabama running back Mark Ingram in the first round. He will be in the backfield with Pierre Thomas and Darren Sproles as part of the Saints running attack. Shockey, on the other hand, will be replaced by second-year tight end Jimmy Graham. New Orleans could benefit from improving offensively this season. Last season, Brees threw for over
4,600 yards and 33 touchdowns, but also threw 22 interceptions. New Orleans had numerous injuries at the running back position last year, including Pierre Thomas. The team ranked 28 in rushing and Chris Ivory led the team with 716 yards and five touchdowns. Solid production on the ground can help them beat Green Bay. The Packers enter the season ready to defend their title. The celebrations and White House visits are behind them, and it is time for them to get down to business. Most of the team from last year is intact, healthy and ready to play. Super Bowl XLV MVP Aaron Rodgers returns to lead the Green and Yellow after a memorable 2010 season. He threw for 3,922 yards, 28 touchdowns and 11 interceptions on the way to the franchise’s fourth Super Bowl title.
Also returning is receiving threat Greg Jennings. He is coming off a 1,265 yards and 12 touchdowns season, and is Rodgers’ top target. Joining him in the receiving game are veteran receivers Donald Driver, James Jones and tight end JerMichael Finley. Finley did not play in the Super Bowl game, due to injury. Green Bay’s running game will feature Ryan Grant, who is returning from a season ending ankle injury. Last season, the Packers ranked 24 in rushing, but having Grant back could make a big impact with support from returning running backs John Kuhn and James Starks. Both New Orleans and Green Bay want to start out their season with a victory. Kickoff is set for 8:30pm, Thursday Sept. 8 on NBC. contact Anthony Drummer at drummeac@warhawks.ulm.edu
BRIEFS
Mutai, Chumba finishes first for Cross Country Juniors Daniel Mutai and Silah Chumba finished first at the McNeese State Cross Country Relay on Friday, Sept. 2. Mutai and Chumba competed in the 6 km race and finished together with a time of 17:04 seconds, to hold off the host school’s Alex Evans and Lewi Maniryuma It was the first meet of the season for the team, and Mutai and Chumba set their tones early. On the women’s side, the top ULM finish was the team of senior Denise Myers and junior Sharon Sason, who earned ninth place after running the relay in 22:01.
Football goes down scoreless against highly-ranked FSU The football team had trouble moving the ball offensively, as the Florida St. Seminoles defense beat the Warhawks 34-0 in Tallahassee, Fla on Sept. 3. Florida State’s swarming defense limited ULM to 191 yards and 12 first downs. ULM (0-1) got to Florida State’s 28 yard line in the opening minute of the fourth quarter before quarterback Colton Browning was dropped for a on a fourth-and-1. That drive was ULM’s deepest penetration in the game. The Warhawks managed to reach Seminole territory just once in the first half reaching the 44 before having to punt.
Soccer unable to continue winning; loses at home, 0-3 Soccer lost to the McNeese State Cowboys 0-3 on Friday, Sept. 2. ULM (2-2-1) gave up two goals in the first half, one coming in the eleventh minute off of a two-on-one situation that left goalkeeper Hannah Linzay stranded. The loss wrapped up a three-game homestand. In those games, the team came away with only one victory. ULM returns home to play Southeastern Louisiana on Friday Sept. 9, which begins another three-game homestand. Game begins at 4:00pm.