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February 10, 2014

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Ways to stay healthy during P 9 flu season

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February 10, 2014

NEWS CALENDAR Monday, 2-10 Midterm grading for first 8-week courses begins.

GAOC: Sotto Voce Tuba Quartet in Emy-Lou Beidenharn Recital Hall from 7:30 - 9 p.m.

Tuesday, 2-11 Pre-Career Fair Workshops in the SUB Ballroom from 9:30 - 2 p.m.

African-American Contributions to the World in the SUB from 12 - 1 p.m.

Guest Reggie Roberts, vice president of communications of the Atlanta Falcons, will speak in the University Conference Center 7th floor from 5:30 - 7 p.m.

La. Community Guitar Orchestra Event in Brown Auditorium from 7:30 9 p.m. Everyone is encouraged to bring their guitars and celebrate the opening of the 2014 ULM Guitar Festival. The event is free and open to the public.

Wednesday, 2-12 Midterm grading for first 8-week courses ends.

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U.N. panel says Harsh winter Vatican shields continues across nation sexual abuse

La. residents less financially secure in 2013

(MCT) — An independent United Nations panel on children’s rights accused the Roman Catholic Church on Wednesday of shielding priests who have sexually abused tens of thousands of children worldwide and called on the Vatican to dismiss the perpetrators and refer them to civil authorities for prosecution.

The panel convened last month to study the Vatican’s adherence to the U.N.’s Convention on the Rights of the Child and the committee’s condemnation of the church’s actions on sexual abuse by clergy members had been widely expected.

The Vatican said some points of the panel’s 16-page report were “an attempt to interfere with Catholic Church teaching..”

(nola.com) — Louisiana residents should be more financially secure than they currently are. The state ranks 44th when it comes to personal financial safety, meaning people in Louisiana are less likely to be able to pay their bills and keep a roof over their head if they lose their jobs than people in other parts of America.

But Louisiana’s law and regulations encourage financial stability much more than its outcomes would imply, according to a report from the Corporation for Enterprise and Development, a nonprofit that looks at low- and moderate-income wealth in the United States. The state ranks 23rd out of 50 when it comes trying to ensure, through public policy, that people have secure fiscal footing.

(MCT) — For as much as twothirds of the United States this has been the winter of discontent.

Even as a harsh storm was dropping as much as 10 inches of snow on parts of the Midwest, especially Kansas, that same system was moving east and was expected to make the evening commute and Wednesday’s morning drives to work in the Northeast miserable experiences.

After a snow storm earlier this week, a third storm is gathering and is expected to hit at the end of the weekend and into the early part of Monday.

Winter storm warnings were posted for more than a dozen states where well more than one-third of the nation’s population lives.

“I think you should be serious about what you do because this is it.

This is the only life you’ve got.”

Philip Seymour Hoffman American actor and director

Abraham Lincoln’s 205th birthday. w

Charles Darwin’s 205th birthday.

All Majors Career Fair in the SUB Ballroom from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Local and regional company representatives will be on-campus to recruit students for future employment.

Love for Alcorn!

TODAY IN HISTORY

Guitar Student Concert in Emy-Lou Biedenharn Recital Hall from 7:30 9 p.m. ULM guitar majors, the ULM Guitar Ensemble and students from the Monroe area will be featured. The event is free and open to the public.

Thursday, 2-13 Higher Education and Workforce Summit in the SUB Ballroom A from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. This summit will organize and build public support for higher education funding.

Guest Sarah McCoy Abakwue, the first African-American graduate of ULM, will speak in the University Conference Center 7th floor from 5:30 - 7 p.m. photos courtesy of MCTCampus and Wikipedia

Cain Budds/Clifford Hines Guitar Festival performance in Emy-Lou Biedenharn Recital Hall from 7:30 - 9 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

Feb. 10 1355: The St. Scholastica’s Day riot breaks out in Oxford, England, leaving 63 scholars and 30 locals dead in two days

Friday, 2-14 Final drop date for first 8-week classes or resigning from the university

1954:President Dwight Eisenhower warns against United States intervention in Vietnam

Frederick Douglas’ 196th birthday Stan Smith and Friends will perform for the Guitar Festival in Emy-Lou Biedenharn Recital Hall from 7:30 - 9 p.m. Dan Sumner and other musical guests will join the concert. The event is free and open to the public.

Saturday, 2-15 B.G. McPike and Solly Burton will make their ULM Guitar Festival debut in Emy-Lou Biedenharn Recital Hall from 7:30 - 9 p.m.The event is free and open to the public.

1967: The 25th Amendment to the United States Constitution is ratified BIRTH: Aaron Hill, an English playwright and dramatist, is born in 1685 photo by Daniel Russell

Sophie Rufyikiri anticipates the ball during the tennis game against Alcorn State.

DEATH: Arthur Miller, an American playwright and essayist, dies in 2005 of heart failure at the age of 90

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NEWS CRIME

Two arrested on-campus for drug possession

Guitar professor Daniel Sumner hosted the major event of the Guitar Festival in 2013.

photo by Ashley Lyons

Local guitarist not so local after all The man who began the weeklong Guitar Festival in 2010

by Ashley Lyons

Some people will spend their whole lives trying to find out who they are and what they will succeed in. Sometimes even questioning what they love. But Daniel Sumner knew from the age of seven that he wanted to play guitar.

“I’m a guitar player. I’ve always been a guitar player. And I perform all over the world,” Sumner said.

Daniel Sumner is the assistant music education and guitar professor on campus. He helped start the guitar program in 2010 because he felt that it was time for guitar players to have their moment among the school system.

After Sumner’s first year, he transformed the Annual Guitar Day into the Annual Guitar Festival – a weeklong celebration of guitar players in the community.

Sumner remembers picking up his first guitar when he was in first grade.

But at that young age, the body is not physical ready for the guitar so it didn’t go very well.

Sumner took up piano and cello in

the meantime, but as he grew older his heart would eventually lead him back to the guitar.

When he was 13-years-old, Sumner decided that if he saved up the money and bought a guitar then he was going to become the best guitarist in his hometown of Indianapolis, Ind. He even lived the American teenaged boy’s dream and joined a rock band in high school.

“We did pretty well and my parents were always very supportive of my guitar playing,” Sumner said.

He is currently in a band called The Louis Romanos Quartet.

Although The Louis Romanos Quartet’s music is based in jazz, there is something for everyone in this four-man group.

“It doesn’t sound like grandparent’s jazz. It’s very modern and rocking,” said Sumner. “We use a lot of elements of rock, drum and bass.

Anything classical, too.”

All of the music on their website is recorded live from their concerts.

Sumner uses his touring opportunities to meet the local and young guitar players. He makes sure that the Louis Romanos Quartet always makes time to perform at local high schools in between jazz clubs, concert halls and festivals.

“We meet students, have them play for us and we play for them,” said Sumner. “We work with them.”

But recruiting students from around the country takes a lot more effort than just convincing the students that ULM is the place for them.

Recruiting is a long-term prospect and it takes a while to develop a relationship with the students.

Sumner has met many aspiring guitarists from California and is in contact with many more in New Orleans.

“That is tough recruiting for us because [the University of New Orleans] and [the University of Louisiana at Lafayette] have a great guitar program. And I am competing directly with them,” Sumner said.

But Sumner could never forget about Monroe’s own local guitarists.

“I heard Daniel Sumner play the guitar. And then heard him say ‘I’ll teach you’ and that was enough for me,” said guitar student John Farmer.

Sumner showed him the different paths he could take with a performance degree and Farmer taught guitar lessons at Zeagler’s Music full time until it closed this past year.

Kelly Shaw and Allen Carradine were arrested for possession of crack cocaine, methamphetamine, Xanax and marijuana on Jan. 31. They are not ULM students.

Carradine was pulled over by ULM Police Friday night for driving without headlights. He was then unable to provide police with proof of insurance, vehicle registration or a valid ID. Carradine and Shaw were removed from the vehicle.

Officers noted the smell of marijuana coming from the vehicle and the smell of alcohol coming from Carradine. Carradine also displayed signs of intoxication once he was removed from the vehicle.

While police were searching the vehicle, a fireman noticed Carradine throw something into the bushes- a key to the vehicle. Police searched the vehicle and found a storage container disguised as a can of Colgate shaving cream in the glove box.

Inside the can, police found an unmarked pill bottle with .62 oz of crack cocaine, a plastic bag containing .06 oz of methamphetamine and three suspected meth capsules. An unmarked bottle of 30 alprazolam (Xanax) pills and two bags containing 1.26 oz of marijuana were also discovered in the glove box.

Carradine and Shaw were taken to the ULM Police Department. A subsequent search of Carradine revealed $156 cash hidden in his underwear.

Carradine and Shaw were transported to OCC and booked on drug possession charges. Carradine was also charged with driving without headlights and no proof of insurance.

The vehicle was towed by Donny Plunk’s Towing, and the seized evidence was logged into the ULM Police evidence locker.

By staff reports

Man arrested for breaking into student’s apartment Guy Smith was arrested on charges of domestic abuse battery and unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling on Jan. 17. He’s not a student.

A student reported that Smith had broken into her apartment on Bon Aire Dr. and taken several items. The student had filed a report against Smith the previous day for battery.

ULM Police attempted to contact Smith at his job at Wendy’s. Although Smith was not at his workplace when

police arrived, he turned himself in later that day.

Smith confessed to breaking into the student’s apartment using a Kay Jewelers’ card. Smith was banned from ULM campus indefinitely.

Police transported Smith to Ouachita Parish Correctional Center where he was booked for domestic abuse battery and unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling.

By staff reports

To report a crime, visit ulm. edu/police/report-crime or call (318) 324-5350

contact Ashley Lyons at lyonsar@warhawks.ulm.edu

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OPINION

Celebrate Black History All Year

HAWKEYE P.O.V.

Young celebrities abuse fame Our country spends a lot of time stressing fairness and equality.

And, usually, it achieves both as best it can.

So, when we watch countless celebrities walk out of court with a slap on the wrist and a cheesy grin in their mug shot, the American people tend to get a little upset.

Why should your name put you above the law? Why should the number of Grammys you have or the amount of money in your bank account give you the right to put yourself and others in danger?

Celebrities like Justin Bieber and Lindsay Lohan make a joke of the justice system and learn nothing from their mistakes. As outrageous as it is to see these millionaires pay small fines for what regular civilians would be arrested for, it’s not their fault.

No, not because they’re young tortured celebrities that are struggling under the spotlight. As tough as it may be, it’s a life they chose.

Sharing their talent with the world in exchange for the fame some of these young stars grew up craving seemed like a fair enough price to them. At least at the time it did.

It’s not their fault. It’s our court systems fault. It’s failing to hold these stars accountable for their actions. It’s telling them that they can continue to do wrong because money and fame will fix everything. It will buy them anything and everything.

I’ll admit that being a young celebrity is probably hard. Having your social life and privacy taken away doesn’t exactly sound like a perk of being famous.

I’d be upset too if I couldn’t look ugly in public every once in a while without having it posted across the cover of a magazine.

But, when the pressure becomes too much and these stars spiral out of control, cutting them slack only feeds the problem.

Celebrities can only control the justice system and become invincible if we allow them to.

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Traneshia Stormer As we all know, February is known as Black History Month, which is an annual celebration of the many accomplishments black Americans have made throughout the years.

It’s a time to recognize the central role and impact African Americans have made in United States history.

The entire month of February has been designated as Black History Month since 1976.

Other countries, including Canada and the United Kingdom, also dedicate a month to celebrate black history.

Even with knowing this, there are still some African Americans who complain about how only one month out of the year is dedicated to black history.

They gripe, moan and whine for

the entire month when they could be spending this valuable time learning more about their heritage, the people who paved the way for them and the achievements so many African Americans have made.

There is so much rich history to be learned and so much knowledge to be gained, yet some people spend their time discussing the fact that it’s only one month and that it’s the shortest month of the year.

First, let’s talk about this 28 day month.

If I’m not mistaken, the African American culture is one of the few given an entire month dedicated to celebrating its history, and the only culture that is so widely celebrated.

Second, let’s talk about our history.

How much do you actually know?

So many African Americans today only scratch the surface of Black History… Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman, Frederick Douglas, Condoleezza Rice and Malcolm X. They think they know everything they need to know if they have learned about this small group of people.

Although these people are so very important, and it is imperative that you know about their contribution to black history, there are so many other

African Americans who made incredible accomplishments.

As African Americans, we should be proud of who we are all year round, not just the month of February.

Use this month to celebrate black history with the world and, when March 1 rolls around, continue to celebrate your history, even if you’re doing it all by yourself.

Make the best you possibly can out of the 28 days dedicated to African American History and enjoy being able to celebrate black history with the world. Dive into the history of African Americans and learn as much as you can.

Embrace your history, where you come from and who you are.

Don’t be so sidetracked about February being the shortest month of the year or only having one month.

You can either choose to let this black history month be like every other year by complaining and not doing anything.

Or, you could do the unexpected this year and choose to celebrate Black History, not only this month, but throughout this year and your entire life. contact Traneshia Stormer at stormetc@warhawks.ulm.edu

What European country would you most like to visit while studying abroad?

44.83% France

Italy

13.79% Germany

6.9% UK

Other 3%

31.03%

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OPINION

Tejal’s LastWords:

Coca-Cola ad causes ethnic waves

Many of us sat in front of the TV on Super Bowl Sunday and were rather disappointed.

Disappointed in the teams, the game, the score and the fact that Bruno Mars couldn’t serenade us for just a little bit longer.

As diehard Bronco fans shed a tear for each point the Seahawks claimed (43 to be exact), the rest of us that were only there for food and the half time show fell in love with the Coca-Cola commercial.

It was a beautiful blend of culture and language that showed our country as a steamy melting pot of diversity stew.

Singing “America the Beautiful” in multiple languages, the ad shouted Coke’s message that all people, no matter where they came from or what they look like, enjoy their American made product and that Coke brings people together.

It was no surprise that many took offense to the commercial. People all over the country were outraged not only by the many languages, but by the homosexual couple featured in the commercial.

The rationale many of these people have is “This is America and we speak American.”

First of all, we don’t speak American, we speak English. Canadians don’t speak Canadian and Mexicans also don’t speak Mexican.

Second, so what if Coke featured a gay couple in the commercial? Like it or not, that is the direction our country is headed and it’s a good thing. You may not agree with homosexuality, but others have just as much right as you do to live however they please.

That’s the point of individual rights. That’s why there are countless men and women losing their lives to protect those rights.

Sorry, folks, but the United States is just that: united. It’s the unity of millions of people from millions of different backgrounds.

Had we not united and stood up for cultural, racial and religious diversity, we’d still be seating African Americans at the back of the bus.

Germans would still be confined to tene-

ments. The Chinese would still be unskilled laborers and we’d probably all be riding around on bright red double decker buses, yelling “God save the queen!” between mouthfuls of fish and chips.

So, if you believe America only belongs to the English-speaking people born on U.S. soil, you’re no longer allowed to enjoy the benefits brought to this country by immigrants.

The creator of eBay came from France.

Good luck selling your unicycle without some online help. A Russian guy founded Google. I’m willing to bet you don’t get much homework done without that. The found of Pfizer was German. Can you say Viagra?

If we’re going to receive benefits and grow because of their contributions to American life, who are we to tell immigrants they aren’t Americans?

contact Tejal Patel at pateltn@warhawks.ulm.edu

Friendship given easily loses meaning Tyler Smith At some point or another, we have all let our tongues slip and get the best of us.

It is human nature to say things that we don’t really mean, even when we have the right intentions.

So, do we really mean it when we call someone a friend?

Ever since I was a kid, all I’ve ever heard is, “Oh, yeah I’m friends with them!” Are you really friends with that person or has the word “friend” become just another empty, overused word?

I’m flattered when people refer to me as their friend, but I often won-

der how they can call me their friend when the only thing they know about me is my name and phone number.

Surely, a friend should be held to higher standards than that!

A friend is someone who is concerned for another’s physical and internal well-being.

They are always willing to give of themselves, and they certainly don’t use you as a means of convenience.

One thing that really irritates me is when people complain about someone taking advantage of them, and then they turn right back around and become “friends” with someone who treats them the same.

The main way we learn in life is through experience. When it comes to figuring out whether someone is really a friend or not, it takes time.

Sometimes it may even take being let down, disappointed or hurt before you realize who a person really is.

But it’s all about what you do with that hurt and disappointment that makes the difference.

People should take a lesson from their past experiences and use them

to help better understand what a friend is.

I believe the letters in the word “friend” can best explain what the expectations of one should be.

The F stands for ‘‘forever.’’ A friend is not here today, and gone tomorrow.

Anyone can stay around when things are good, but a true friend is one who

sticks around even when things are bad.

The R stands for ‘‘remember.’’ Even a good friend gets wrapped up in life and becomes busy, but they will always make time to check up on you.

The I stands for ‘‘irreplaceable’.’ Real friends commit themselves so much to the point that the other person

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finds them hard to replace.

E stands for ‘encourage.’’ Whether someone tears you down or lifts you up when you make mistakes will allow you to clearly see if that person is genuine or not.

The N stands for ‘‘negotiate’.’ A friendship doesn’t mean the relationship is problem-free, but the willingness to find common ground when there’s a disagreement shows true character.

Finally, the D stands for ‘‘determination’.’ This means, no matter what, a real friend will always remain loyal.

These things sum up what a real friend is. For those who think they don’t have enough friends, hold tightly to the ones you do have.

More “friends” could possibly result in more problems, so be thankful for the ones you do have. To you, a friend may mean something else but, whatever it means, be sure the people around you fit that profile. In the meantime, be careful how you use the “F” word. contact Tyler Smith at smithtw@warhawks.ulm.edu

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NEWS

Alum comes home to speak on black history in education

by Tyler Smith

photo courtesy of Terrance Armstard

Alum William Gipson spoke on the importance of black history in education on Tuesday.

Guest speaker William Gipson visited ULM to talk with students about how black history impacted his life.

Gipson is the associate vice provost for equity and access at the University of Pennsylvania.

He creates opportunities for first generation, low income and unrepresented students. He has a passion for helping students and improving education, and it all started with his love for black history.

Gipson is a former ULM student and said that his experience here had a great impact on where he is now.

“What happened in this location changed my life,” Gipson said.

Gipson attended Carroll High School in Monroe where he became curious about black history after discovering how little of it was in the school’s textbooks.

“The history books were outdated and only had one chapter of black history of which was about slavery,”

“What happened in this location changed my life.”

William Gipson, University of Pennsylvania Gipson said.

Gipson’s curiosity of black history carried over to his college years, but his curiosity soon turned into a passion after taking a particular college course.

“I took a psychology course here at ULM, and it talked about developmental tasks of late adolescence, and one of the central tasks is to come to a sense of your identity,” Gipson said.

After his experience with that class, Gipson decided that it was important to know who he really was. He wanted to understand what it meant to be a black man in America.

Gipson’s eagerness to know his

identity led him to extensive research about the history of black people. He began to immerse himself in books about black people.

In Gipson’s speech, he quoted Tony Marson who said: “American History itself is incoherent without an understanding of African American History.”

C a l v i n Stafford, a psychology g r a d u a t e student, said that he enjoyed the event and Gipson’s speech.

Stafford “It was great. I loved his speech and he gave a lot of great information,” Stafford said.

Kris Bista, an educational research professor, also enjoyed Gipson’s speech and said what he took from Gipson’s speech is to stay focused on a goal and never stop going for it. contact Tyler Smith at smithtw@warhawks.ulm.edu

Professional social site leads students to jobs

by Sabrina Simms

In the summer of 2012 the president of the University of Louisiana system, Sandra Woodley, announced that the universities were going to partner with MyEdu, a student driven website that connects students to potential employers nationwide.

MyEdu connects students not only to local employers, but to companies located across the nation. MyEdu works with companies like Polaris, a large ski company located in Minnesota that recruits employees from across the nation.

MyEdu also works with

companies that wouldn’t otherwise recruit employees from campus, providing students with even more opportunities for internships and fulltime employment.

“It’s like an outside resource, so not only do we have our resources within our state and surrounding areas that can recruit our students, but we can also go a step further out,” Roslynn Pogue, director of Career Connections said.

According to Woodley, half of university graduates are either unemployed or underemployed.

The goal of the University of Louisiana system by partnering

MyEdu is a LinkedIn type of website designed to help students and companies connect across the nation.

Visit myedu.com to create a profile. with MyEdu is to prevent this from happening to their universities students.

When students log in to MyEdu, they will have the opportunity to create a profile using “tiles” that list qualities such as degree progress, work experience and skills. Students can list good qualities they have that perhaps they could not put on a resume.

Students can view the company profiles and connect with them early on.

Companies can also track the student’s progress throughout the course of their academic career.

“We feel it’s a good opportunity, and we would like to see our students set up their profile, not just our juniors and seniors, but all of the students. As

you go through your school years you can continue to build your profile,” Pogue said.

MyEdu was developed in Austin, Texas in 2008, and founded by Michael Crosno, Chris Chilek and John Cunningham. It was known as Pick-AProf, and focused more on connecting students with professors instead of employers.

Over time, Pick-A-Prof focused more on finding careers and changed its name to MyEdu in the summer of 2009. contact Sabrina Simms at simmsse@warhawks.ulm.edu

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NEWS

Alpha Kappa Alpha walks for heart disease

by Halen Doughty

The girls of the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority walked across campus to raise awareness for cardio vascular disease on Thursday.

Shayla Cockerm, president of the sorority, said that heart disease is the number one killing disease for women. One in three women are killed by the disease each year.

Cockerm also said that heart disease is more common among African American women.

Cockerm is a senior political science major and has been the sorority president for a year.

Exercising, not smoking and eating healthy are all methods to prevent heart disease. Cockerm said that the girls were walking to demonstrate this healthy lifestyle.

Alpha Kappa Alpha, Inc. has never organized a walk like this before.

Almost 30 girls wearing red, the color for heart disease awareness, walked across campus from Hemphill Hall to the activity center in the frigid cold Thursday afternoon.

Cockerm said the purpose of the walk was to raise awareness about the disease.

The sorority has been planning the event since the start of the semester.

The event was an effective way to raise awareness and did not cost the

photo by Halen Doughty

Alpha Kappa Alpha, Inc. members created signs for their walk across campus on Thursday.

sorority anything.

The walk was part of the initiative with the national Alpha Kappa Alpha, Inc., and national Pink Goes Red day was Friday. The national sorority sent announcements about the day to each chapter. Every chapter then planned an event to raise awareness about heart disease. Last year, in honor of

Pink Goes Red, members of the local graduate chapter, Zeta Phi Omega, walked at the Pecanland Mall.

Tiffany Reed, a senior toxicology major, has been a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Inc. since fall of 2012.

“I think the walk is a good idea to raise awareness for heart disease. We want to let people know exercise is the

key to staying healthy,” Reed said.

The girls carried signs on their walk reading “Pink Goes Red” and featuring facts about cardio vascular disease.

The sorority promoted the walk on social media sites and hung a sign in the SUB. The event was open to anyone who wanted to participate. No registration was required.

The Alpha Kappa Alpha, Inc. was the first black college organization, according to Reed. It was founded in 1908 at Howard University. Their initiative is “Service to All Mankind.”

The ULM chapter has 17 members on campus. contact Halen Doughty at doughthe@warhawks.ulm.edu

Mardi Gras Election Results Health and Pharmaceutical Sciences Beaux: Run-off between Bryson Belaire and Eddie Lewis Health and Pharmaceutical Sciences Belle: Run-off between Jasmine Jackson and Christian Henry Business and Social Sciences Beaux: Patrick Murray Business and Social Sciences Belle: Run-off between Jordan Raborn and Courtnie Pollard Arts, Education, and Sciences Beaux: Marc Calhoun Arts, Education, and Sciences Belle: Run-off between Lacy Bagbey and Marlena Sullivan Queen: Run-off between Logan Dale and Jameshia Below King: Run-off between Nicholas Alford and Michael Roboski

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NEWS

Alcohol & Drug Abuse: The Facts 2.7

was the average drinks consumed in 2013 per student per week at ULM

4.6

was the national average per student per week

36%

of students surveyed in 2013 reported that they binge drank in the last two weeks

50-60%

image courtesy of rehabs.com

This is Rehabs.com’s list of the top 20 colleges and universities with the most drug and alcohol arrests per 1,000 students.

43.9%

was the national average of students

of college seniors have used unprescribed Adderall or Ritalin as a study aid

2.4

was the average drinks in 2011 consumed per student per week at ULM

5.2

29%

of students surveyed in 2011 reported that they binge drink

was the national average per student per week

46.1 %

was the national average of students

90%

of college students can get stimulants from their peers illustration by Breanna Harper

ULM disputes having ninth most drug, alcohol arrests

by Landius Alexander

ULM was identified as the school with the ninth most drug and alcohol arrests, per a report from Rehabs. com.

Specifically, ULM is ranked 10th in most on-campus drug arrests and 37th in most on-campus alcohol arrests. Rehabs.com collected this data in 2011 from the Department of Education’s Office of Postsecondary Education.

The Department of OPE’s data comes from the crime statistics colleges are required to report under the Clery Act. ULM disputes its placement on the list, specifically the “on-campus arrests” part. Donna Bernard, director of media relations, said the numbers are likely misleading.

“The arrests and incidents that UPD reports to Clery includes surrounding areas of ULM and the purpose of that is to keep ULM as safe an environment for students as possible,” Bernard said.

This includes Desiard, 165 and “all surrounding areas that directly impact campus.”

The Clery Act requires colleges to report all incidents in patrolled areas.

This includes, public property like a street, sidewalk or parking lot that is adjacent to a school facility.

It doesn’t include “crimes that occur on privately owned property that is frequented primarily by students, but which is nevertheless not in any way “controlled” by the school (such

as a favorite off-campus bar or an apartment complex) do not have to be included in the annual report.“ In addition to UPD going beyond the required patrol area, another possible inflation are the arrests of people who aren’t actively enrolled at ULM. If UPD arrests six people smoking weed outside of Taco Bell it gets reported to Clery as six drug arrests on-campus even if only two of them attend ULM. Bernard said a smaller campus has more opportunities to patrol nearby areas.

“It’s just important to us as a smaller university,” Bernard said. “I can’t say that every university feels that way but if I have 30,000 students, I might not be able to look at the surrounding community.”

ULM’s high ranking on the lists contrasts the results from the CORE alcohol survey conducted on campus.

Wayne Brumfield, vice president of student affairs, said the survey data is used for programming in the residents hall for students and to get indication of where they are as an institution.

“I think the thing I’m most interested in is the number of drinks per week. We’ve been consistently about 2, 2.1, 2.2. You know it’s up a little bit from about two years ago, 2.4 to 2.7.

But we’ve never gone over 2,” Brumfield said.

He added that in 2011 ULM’s students reported they had 2.4 drinks

per week when the national average was 5.2. The percentage of ULM students who reported binge drinking in 2011 was 29 percent. The national average was 46.1 percent.

The CORE survey stems from a meeting with all of Louisiana’s colleges and universities where they agreed to survey their campuses every year to monitor the drug and alcohol uses of students.

The survey was annual until recently.

After receiving the survey information, they start the process of surveying 10 percent of the campus population by randomly selecting classes. The results are then sent to University of Southern Illinois at Carbondale, who analyzes the data. All other universities follow the same process.

Kenya Ross, a senior communications major, believes the results of the CORE survey are more accurate than Rehabs.com’s list.

“Before I transferred to ULM, I observed worse at my last school and especially when it came to alcohol.

I can remember ULL served alcohol at one of their spring fests events on campus,” Ross said.

Rehabs.com’s list only includes 1,000 of the nation’s over 7,000 colleges because they only included colleges with at least 5,000 students.

Their reasoning for this was “you get some odd and probably not very fair results for the small ones. ” contact Landius Alexander at alexanlc@warhawks.ulm.edu

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5 Tips for Staying Well on Campus 1. Get plenty of sleep.

Sleep is one of best defenses against illness.

It’s never good for the body to get four hours of sleep nightly.

2. Eat right.

3. Relax, don’t stress.

A balanced diet can boost Stress can make you weak your body’s ability to fight and more susceptible to off sickness. Beef, yogurt illness. Take naps, watch and mushrooms are your favorite TV show or believed to boost the read your favorite book. body’s immune system.

4. Exercise.

5. Stay clean.

Disease preys on the Carry hand sanitizer weak and has an and always make easier time invading sure your hands are an inactive body. clean before you touch food or your face.

Cold weather leaves you vulnerable Be conscious of your body during the winter months

by Amanda Hikes

Cold weather can affect the human body mentally and physically.

During this time of year, people may undergo a Vitamin D deficiency, stiffness of the muscles and joints and Seasonal Affective Disorder.

Also, people are more susceptible to viral infections during the cold.

Debra Jackson, assistant professor of biology, said changes in temperature bring about different types of diseases.

“In the winter months, you see more respiratory infections,” said Jackson.

But the cold weather alone is not a direct cause for catching the com-

mon cold or a seasonal flu.

Both afflictions are actually rendered from viruses, like influenza.

During the winter months, more factors are present that may contribute to spreading the contagions.

Viruses are more secure in cold, dry climates and viral vapors staying airborne longer. The mucus membranes dry out and become more permeable.

Influenza virus is transferred from person to person. It can also be transJackson ferred by touching surfaces contaminated by the virus then touching the nose or mouth, allowing the virus into the body. Influenza is highly contagious and can infect people of all ages.

According to data collected over the past four weeks, Monroe has seen over 10% distribution of influenza-like illnesses Flu symptoms include fever, fatigue, pain, headache, cough and cold symptoms.

“It is especially important for the very young or elderly or people with compromised immune systems to get a flu shot. But it is important for all of us,” Jackson said.

Feeling bad and being out of school or work can have serious consequences for students in college.

That is enough to make anyone want to stay inside with the heater on and

hibernate all winter long.

Taking vitamins can help with Vitamin D deficiency, and stiffness of the muscles and joints. Staying warm will help ward off the contributing factors of the cold. Carefully preparing food and eating healthy are also good ways to achieve wellness.

Breana Boone, a sophomore accounting major, said she can barely protect herself from the cold.

“I have put up a good fight so far by taking cough drops every now and

then. Other than that, it’s the perfect weather for sleep and cuddling,” Boone said.

Over the counter drugs and home remedies are regularly used to treat cold symptoms.

If infected, avoid further contamination and take time to heal completely.

But not everyone responds the same way to the weather.

Misha Clark, Clark a sophomore, pre-pharmacy major, said the cold fronts haven’t really affected her.

“I’m not from around here. I’m from St. Lewis, so I’m used to this kind of weather,” she said. contact Traneshia Stormer at stormetc@warhawks.ulm.edu

Eight students chosen for Intercollegiate Honor Band

by Traneshia Stormer

Students from 11 Louisiana universities gathered at McNeese State University to participate in the 2014 Louisiana Intercollegiate Band from Jan. 17-19.

Eight music students from ULM were among them.

But before they could participate in the program, they had to go through a process. Students must first fill out an application that they are to bring with them to the audition process.

“The process that goes into being selected is basically like an NFL draft,” said Tyler McGaugh, a junior music major.

The band directors from each university get together to discuss all the applicants and their auditions. Only the best ones get selected.

Elizabeth Neuberger, a sophomore instrumental music education major, said, “It gives you a really big sense of accomplishment to be included in that list.”

All of the students who are selected then go to the host school, which was McNeese State University this year, for that Neuberger particular year and audition for chair placement.

After chair placement is complete, rehearsal starts immediately after.

“On Saturday, we rehearsed from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. with a couple breaks in between,” McGaugh said.

The band was ready to perform after a long hour of rehearsal on Sun-

“The process that goes into being selected is basically like an NFL draft.”

Tyler McGaugh, junior music major day.

“It was nose to the grindstone the entire time, but it was so much fun,” Neuberger said.

The band performed 12 of the 13 movements of the “Carmina Burana” and the “American Salute.”

The students enjoyed their time participating and performing with the ICB. McGaugh said it was great

experience and Neuberger thought it was a “really cool opportunity.”

Despite the long rehearsals, Neuberger and McGaugh McGaugh said they would definitely do it again. There is an Intercollegiate Band every year, and as long as they’re chosen, they can go and participate.

The ICB is sponsored by the state chapter of the College Band Directors National Associations and combines student musicians from Louisiana university band programs whose directors are members of the CBDNA. contact Traneshia Stormer at stormetc@warhawks.ulm.edu

• Brian Bass - percussion • Yoddit Esayas - French horn • Alex Heikkila - trumpet • Chad Hendricks - tuba • Tyler McGaugh - French horn • Elizabeth Neuberger euphonium • Sean O’Pry - alto saxophone • Jason Smith - trumpet

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Guide to getting out of the friend zone GWENDOLYN DUCRE

Facing the facts

It is now the second most wonderful time of the year, your favorite holiday-Valentine’s Day. Get ready to hear friends complaining about not having a boyfriend, girlfriend or a temporary Valentine.

Many would say it’s hard to find a good mate nowadays, but it doesn’t have to be.

Chances are, the perfect mate is your best friend. If you’ve been harboring feelings for the same person for weeks, semesters or years, it’s now time to let them know. What a perfect Valentine’s Day gift, right?

This friend has been telling you for years the ideal guy or girl they’ve

been looking for. And you’ve been around to witness the heartache and drama caused by their ex(es).

You know what makes them mad and that one song that washes away all acknowledgement of mankind for three minutes.

Now that you’re thinking of that person and realize this article relates to you, gear up. It’s time to leave the friend zone.

The Approach

Letting your friend know how you truly feel about them can be nervewracking and out right intimidating.

But it’s important not to forgetthey’re still your friend. It’s all in your approach. And let me be the first to tell you, confidence is the secret to any success.

Start thinking of what you’d like to give your Valentine. Wait until the perfect time to give your present.

Your gift can serve as a deal breaker.

Once you have your gift, everything else should be smooth sailing.

When approaching your friend, remember to be as honest as possible. Now isn’t the time to let

your pride stand in the way. Don’t think too hard about what you’ll say because you’ll start blabbering off about every little aspect you like about them. Basically, you’ll just sound like a creep. So, keep it simple.

The Approval

They said yes! You dodged another lonely Valentine’s Day. Try your best not to get too cocky.

Just because you’ve sealed the deal doesn’t mean you get to post an overload of Facebook or Instagram pictures with “That bae” captions.

Whatever you do, try to keep things the way that they were. Don’t start acting odd or feeling obligated to do the things you didn’t do as friends. Keep the friendship alive at all times.

Sure, you might want to spice things up-given your new official title, but though you’ve been friends stay mindful that the relationship is new (refer to the last sentence in The Approach).

Let’s stay friends

Whelp, Eros wasn’t on your side

UGG becomes a never ending trend in America

by Halen Doughty

The classic boot arrived in Southern California in 1978 and were a big part of the local surf culture. Even today, UGGs seem to get more popular each year. This year marks the 35th anniversary of UGGs coming to America.

Although they are considered to be “daggy” fashion and “bogan” culture in their home country of Australia, UGGs have made a huge fashion statement in the U.S. The term “ugg,” which is a trademarked brand in the U.S., is actually a generic term for the sheepskinlined boot in Australia and New Zealand. Over 70 companies in those countries use the word ugg in the company name. The boots are typically worn as slippers.

UGGs are sold in a variety of styles and colors. UGGs can be tall or short and with or without buttons. They can be found in gray, black, tan and brown, just to name a few. They are made for women, men and children.

The boots sell for upwards of $250. However, many knock off brands sell similar boots for under $100, but they do not carry the UGG trademark logo. They are also thinner and not lined with sheepskin.

Alexis Johnson, a sophomore

speech pathology major, said she owns a real pair of UGGs. Johnson also said that she can tell the difference between the real ones and the fakes. She likes the boots because they are cute and warm.

She also said that she would not wear them to a business meeting, an interview or church.

Caitlin Lewis, a freshman communication major, said that she thinks the boots can be versatile.

“I like that you can dress them Brossette up or dress them down,” Lewis said.

Lewis owns four pair of UGGs in several styles and colors. She thinks they are comfortable, but they can

this year. If you get turned down, there’s probably a good reason.

Maybe a friendship is more valuable than a relationship that can end horribly.

It will be easy to avoid seeing their face ever again, but even if you really are hurt or embarrassed you must stick it out and continue being their friend.

No one likes awkwardness. Only you can make a situation awkward-

be hard to clean if they get dirty.

Lewis said that she would not wear them in the rain or snow. UGG does sell shampoo for cleaning the boots.

Dustin Brossette, a freshmen computer information systems major, offered a male perspective on the boots. He thinks the costs of the shoes are too high. He says that although they look good when worn right, he would not wear them. He also thinks they would be inappropriate for work and formal occasions.

Fashion trends come and go, but UGGs have held strong for years.

They just might be the fashion statement that never gets old.

And if your budget doesn’t have room for this expensive shoe, always check sites like eBay for deals. contact Halen Doughty at doughthe@warhawks.ulm.edu

it doesn’t have to be. Still go about your day with a smile. It’s a lot better to have asked and failed than to be stuck in the friend zone forever.

Besides, you no longer have to be burdened by the weight of those feelings any longer. And what better way to soothe a burned ego than with a huge boxes of Russell Stoverser?

contact Gwendolyn Ducre at ducregk@warhawks.ulm.edu

photo courtsey of Google Ryan Reynolds and Amy Smart posing in the 2005 “Just Friends”

Gifts for him on Valentine’s Day

DIY Hottie Jar What better way to spice up your love life on Valentines day than getting your special guy a jar of Hot Tamales?

The cinnamon flavored candy has a spicy taste and a soft texture.

If you really want to share the passion there’s a limited edition Valentines day version that comes in a special box.

Even if they taste good, you still need to present them in a cute, flirty way. So put them in a container, like a jar, write a phrase involving the word hot, like “You are a hottie!”, and your done!

Chocolate Candy Bar Bouquet Roses are red, chocolates are yummy, what better way to spread the love than to combine the two, hunny?

Another great DIY gift to give to your hunk that doesn’t cost a lot of money.

Places like Walmart and Target, or even the Dollar Tree, have candy bars and boxes of candy for a dollar or less.

Build a bouquet to satisfy his sweet tooth this Valentines day.

Cell phone Wallets No, they’re not just for you ladies. The colorful ones with designs are usually worn by women but don’t be afraid to get one for that special guy in your life. Men deserve the convience of having their wallet and phone in the same case just like women. Just hope he wants doesn’t want any crazy color patterns.

Home Beer-Making Kit Football season’s over but that won’t stop the man in your life from drinking beer.

Since he no longer is going to be glued to the TV, time for him to get his own beer.

It will make him more independent and save him cash for future beer runs.

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Concert honors Nabors, African Communication key to American History, the arts avoiding issues with

by Amanda Hikes

The annual African Americans in the Arts concert has become a ULM tradition and is one of the events organized to celebrate Black History Month. The works of art presented and performed in the concert are by African Americans.

The concert was presented by ULM’s Visual and Performing Arts department and was held on Thursday in the Emy-Lou Biedenharn Recital Hall.

Many people and organizations were involved in this year’s production.

The ULM Dance Repertory Ensemble and live cellist, Mark McCleery, opened the show with “Basso Profundo”, a modern dance choreographed by Tina Mullone, to Suite No. 1 in G Major composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. The piece was dedicated to the late Louis A. Nabors, Jr., music professor and close friend of Mullone.

Stormie Jones, a senior communications major and dance minor, said she enjoyed her experience performing.

“This dance was significant

because it was dedicated to Louis Nabors, a man who cherished and emerged himself in the African American Arts. It was an honor to perform in his regard.”

“...it was dedicated to Louis Nabors, a man who cherished and emerged himself in the African American Arts. ” Stomie Jones, Communications major This year’s featured artists were Adavion Wayne, Natorshau Davis, Brenda Wimberly, the ULM Interdenominational Ensemble directed by Lawrence Smith, the ULM Dance Repertory Ensemble with choreography by Tina Mullone, and Mark McCleery. Other significant persons involved in this production include Dr. Wayne Brumfield and Dr. Mark Clark.

Each performance showcased diverse talents of ULM and the community.

Orlandzeo Hennings, a junior music major, said he enjoys singing with the Interdenominational Ensemble because it’s not just comprised of talented people.

Hennings also says the members are nice, so they have fun.

“It’s a positive outlet for students versus them partying, going out and doing drugs or something of that nature. It’s also something to take your mind off class, stress, anything,” Hennings said.

Adavion Wayne of Shreveport, LA, was raised with a musical background. Wayne was a musician and minister of music for his home church from eighth grade through his senior year of college.

Wayne attended ULM as a music education major. Wayne has two original works premiered by the Louisiana Lyric Opera Company, written for artists and has an ensemble- Wayne & Company. He also has an upcoming debut release of music and DVD for this spring. contact Amanda Hikes at hikesad@warhawks.ulm.edu

Africans, African Americans ignore stereotypes of each other

by Cheyenne Wilson

Over the years, Africans and African Americans have had distorted perceptions of each other.

The confusion comes from the two not having a clear understanding of each other’s cultures. When examining the groups, the major differences come down to culture not their attitudes.

Kimberley Okoyeze, a junior biology major, and Adebanjo Adedoja, a senior biology major are international students from different cities in Nigeria. They had preconceived notions about blacks in America before coming to ULM. Stereotypes can stop you from branching out and meeting new people, simply because you already have an idea of what your experience with them would be like.

Although Okoyeze and Adedoja were introduced to these stereotypes, they did not let that hinder their experience with blacks in America.

In their African culture, education was heavily stressed. They learned strong morals and were taught to always be respectful.

“We were raised with top-notch discipline. Obey your parents, do good in school, things like that,” says Okoyeze.

She found that when she came to America, these values weren’t the same.

“You meet both sides,” says Adedoja.

He doesn’t generalize when speaking about African Americans because he knows that everyone is not the same. Adedoja has had great experiences with his African American friends, and even sees similarities between his morals and theirs.

Just like there are stereotypes of blacks in America, there are stereotypes of Africans. The media plays a role in creating these stereotypes. Some people may view Africa as “poor country” rather than looking at it as a diverse continent.

Every society in the world has poverty, but the media tends to focus heavily on that aspect of Africa.

In order to break down these stereotypes, you have to research for yourself. If you are educated about a region and the cultures of the region,

you are less likely to offend and more likely to find commonality between your culture and other cultures.

Ricaya Jefferson, a sophomore biology major, views the Africans on campus to be very appreciative.

“The Africans that I see on campus carry a sense of pride and appreciate that some African Americans may take for granted. They always seem to have a drive behind the things that they do”.

Jefferson isn’t friends with any of the international students, but notices they keep together.

It is important not to judge a person by their outward appearance, but by your personal experience with them. It is also unfair to allow one person to affect your perception of an entire group. Every person in a culture is not the same, so it is equally important to get to know someone before.

You never know what you have in common with a person until you get to know them. The best way to understand someone is to talk to them and see what they are about. contact Cheyenne Wilsonn at wilsoncy@warhawks.ulm.edu

roommate, suitemates

by Sabrina Simms

It happens to everyone once in a while. Once a person starts living away from home for the first time, they sometimes forget that they’re not at home. That is when certain issues could arise and cause problems.

Based on previous conversations, one problem many students have with their suitemates is the bathroom schedule. However, this major problem is not inevitable.

Abby Barton, a sophomore history major and Ouachita Hall RA, says communication is the key to easily avoiding this issue.

“Communication is necessary to live with another person,” said Barton. “In the beginning, both of you should set expectations for your room together, and evenly split cleaning duties. If your roommate does something that bothers you, tell them how you feel in a civil way.

Another issue many students face is cleanliness, or more specifically, lack thereof.

Amber Wallace, a junior nursing major, says cleanliness is a priority.

“Cleanliness, that is the number one thing,” said Wallace. “You have to be cleaner than you normally are.

You have to be more considerate of other people. You don’t live alone.

Even if you have a private room, you have a suitemate that you share your bathroom with…you almost need to

respect the other person more than you respect yourself, putting their wants above your own.

Leslie Brown, a sophomore English major from Masur Hall, reported multiple incidents of intentional inappropriate behavior from her suitemates, including destruction of student property in the bathroom and playing loud music throughout the night.

“Most of the time, you and your roommate can find a way to compromise on an issue without needing an RA to get involved. As RAs, it is our job to ensure that your living environment is healthy, safe, and positive. We serve as resources to our residents and are happy to help them in any way that we can,” Barton said.

These reported incidents are not just poor dorm room etiquette, but they are a direct violation of the ULM residency policy. If conduct like this should occur, students should report it immediately to the RA. In these extreme cases, students should not try to resolve the problems themselves.

But with sCommmaller issues, communicating with the suitemates may be the only action necessary. contact at Sabrina Simms simmsse@warhawks.ulm.edu

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Fashion nation

Pilotto for Target hits racks Sunday Peter Pilotto, a London fashion duo, debuted their Target line in stores Sunday. The line starting at $14.99 includes kaleidoscope prints fit for the spring and summer.

Assymetrical skirts, slip-on sneakers and slimming silhouettes fill the line. Fifites inspired bikini pieces and large totes make great beach or spring break essentials.

Net-A-Porter is another outlet to purchase this line. This onine site is for luxury designers and will feature Peter Pilotto beginning Sunday.

state

NOLA inspired fashion runs NYC catwalk

Amanda deLeon, a New Orleans native, will debut her fashion line this week at the Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week. The local community pitched in to send one of their own to NYFW by creating a kick-starter campaign.

One of the main trends seen throughout the runways are southern and New Orleans inspired fashion. deLeon has no trouble in the area of southern style. After raising a wopping $7,5000 she is now on her was to New York with 10 complete winter pieces inspired by traditional jazz funerals.

local

New boutique opens their doors on Tower Hemline of Monroe opened this weekend. The shop located on Tower Drive sells both men’s and women’s clothing.

Styles for casual to occasional fill the racks of this lifestyle shop.

This is the fifteenth location for the store, sixth in the state of Louisiana. Each location’s style is fit for the community it serves.

Monroe’s location is owned by ULM alums Joshua and Leslie Culp.

This shop is located in the Shoppes II Shopping Center next to Newks on Tower Drive.

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Stars backstage and behind bars

by Tejel Patel

If you’ve paid any attention to social media and tabloids lately, names like Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber are the topic of every major headline. DUIs and nudity is a daily problem for these young celebrities.

But, child stars making terrible choices isn’t a new concept. Let’s not forget about Drew Barrymore, Full House’s Jodie Sweetin and the always crazy Home Alone star, Macaulay Culkin. Being in the spotlight from a young age plays a major role in the lives of not only these stars, but today’s rising talent.

Kristen Newman, freshman business major, believes these young stars are trying to prove themselves to the world and lose control under the pressure.

“Trying to convey the perfect image can often times be too much to handle, so they act out and turn to bad things such as drugs to cope

with what they’re going through,” Newman said.

Many of these celebrities are allowed to break the law and rarely face consequence. Stars like Lindsay Lohan find themselves in the courtroom time and time again.

Taylor Stokes, a sophomore business management major, says celebrities still have to face consequences just like everyone else.

“Everyone should be held accountable for their actions, regardless of their last name or how

much money they have,” said Stokes.

“If anything, the justice system should make an example of stars by adhering to their strict philosophy of ‘equality and justice for all.’”

Though each young celebrity grows to make their own choices, their upbringing plays a large part in the things they do. It’s up to parents to decide if fame is worth the risk of exposing their children to the pressures of the public.

“I would let my child step out

into the spotlight because I would want them to follow their dreams, whatever they may be,” said Newman. “If you bring up your child in the right way and show examples of what can happen if you follow the wrong path, then most likely they will choose to go in a more positive direction.

I wouldn’t Henderson want to hold them back from anything.”

Whether young stars are high as a kite, hugging the bottle or getting naked, the pressures of standing under the public microscope is harder for some to handle than others. Still, celebrities should be no exception to the justice system. contact Tejal Patel at pateltn@warhawks.ulm.edu

What crime put them in the slammer?

Orlando Brown found himself behind bars on more than one occasion for DUI’s and possession of marijuana.

Shia LaBeouf has been arrested for driving under the influence, criminal tresspassing and assault.

Amanda Bynes was arrested in April of 2012 for driving under the influence.

She’s now being treated for mental health problems.

Lindsay Lohan has been arrested on several offenses including theft, driving under the influence and drugs.

Art Crawl turns Downtown into culture hub

by Stacy Reppond

Artists and musicians transformed the streets of downtown Monroe and West Monroe with art, music, refreshments, and entertainment Thursday night.

Downtown Arts Alliance ,a nonprofit organization, produced the Downtown Art Crawl with the help of local sponsors. The crawl featured 10 different galleries with artists’ works for guests to enjoy along with music from live bands.

ULM students attended the art crawl for a taste of local culture as well as artistic inspiration.

Victoria Gonyea, a sophomore psychology major, says the event was more than just entertaining.

“I thought it would be an interesting experience to see the local art. I draw and paint in my free time and found it inspiring,” Gonyea said.

Guests to the galleries also had the opportunity to speak with the artists about their pieces.

Rick Sikes, a local artist, was the featured artist in Art Alley’s

“UPSTAIRS” gallery with his solo show, “Overstatements”.

This is his fourth year being involved in the art crawl. His show included portraits and figure drawings with several caricatures of famous individuals. Sikes strives to “accentuate the characters.”

He also spoke of the importance of those viewing his work to simply “have a good time.”

Art Alley’s Sugar Gallery included paintings, sculptures, photographs, and jewelry created by its group Medaries of resident artists.

Stacy Medaries displayed her recent work at Sugar Gallery including a large ceramic piece and a collection of three-dimensional color pictures made from aluminum. Medaries emphasized several benefits of the art crawl for the community and local

Art Crawls are held on the first Thursday of every other month, free and open to all ages.

The next Downtown Art Crawl will be April 3.

image courtsey of Rick Sikes

students.

“It’s good for the community and revitalizes downtown,” Medaries said.

The collection of local artists also attracts more businesses to the commercial district. In addition, all purchases of original art are sales tax free in these galleries within

the Cultural Districts of Monroe and West Monroe.

Medaries also spoke of the benefits for art students to get inspired from viewing the different art pieces and to be able to picture their own work in an art show or gallery in the future.

contact Stacy Reppond at reppondsm@warhawks.ulm.edu

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FREESTYLE crossword Across 1 “A Different World” actress 10 More than ready to do 15 Halley’s field 16 Veronese white 17 Norwegian offerings 19 Most like a beachcomber 20 “__ Mutual Friend”: Dickens’ last completed novel 21 Royal letters 22 Texting gasp 23 Profile listing 25 “Yes!” 26 St. Peter’s Basilica attraction 29 Many roomies 30 Match 31 The first one open on Majorca in 1950 33 Lake Geneva river 35 Princess with a Wookieepedia entry 36 “I Lost It at the Movies” author 37 Narrow vents 39 Teaching method based on set theory 42 Gent 43 Moselle tributary 45 “The Love Boat” bartender 47 Hit the __ 48 “Precisely!”

49 Lucy of “Elementary” 50 Time to look forward 51 Trot 52 Aids 56 Fails to intervene 59 Spud 60 Europe’s tallest ferris wheel 61 Underhanded type 62 Mississippi has four Down 1 Telecommuter’s tool 2 Faith of more than 1.5 billion people 3 His was the first number retired by the Mets 4 Ireland’s __ Islands

5 Audio giant 6 Cross to bear 7 View from The Hague 8 Graph- ending 9 Cooperstown charter member 10 There’s a lot of interest in it 11 Food cooked in an imu 12 Method 13 Accruing fines, maybe 14 Did a double take?

18 Chafes 24 Kin of -ish 27 Spring bloom 28 Distract the security guard, say 30 Pampas weapons 32 Assignment 34 Half: Pref.

36 Fuel that built the Rockefeller fortune

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37 Adjective for “Pygmalion” or “Major Barbara” 38 Shower paraphernalia 39 Hound 40 Like owls 41 Lock-changing tool?

42 See 57-Down 44 Luanda’s land 46 Triggers a bleep, maybe 48 Icelandic singer 53 Org. that rejects bad eggs 54 Van. alternative 55 Recent Yankee star named for Jackie Robinson 57 With 42-Down, spots for sailors’ gear 58 Scand. kingdom

sudoku Every row, column and mini-grid must contain the letters L O V E B I R D. Don’t guess- use logic.

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Fact: Summer Olympics Football to receive are more entertaining new turf

DAKOTA RATLEY The Winter Olympics have begun!

Not that many of us are actually paying attention. Why do the Summer Olympics receive so much more attention in the United States than the Winter Olympics?

Well, simply, in the words of Marshawn Lynch, America is “about that action, boss.” We love seeing freakish athletes do freakish things. We are a society in which sport has been built around dunks, home runs and crush-

ing hits. We don’t want to watch a power hitter go for a base hit. No, we swing for the fences in this country.

That’s not to discount the dedication of the winter athletes. They work hard to get where they are. It’s a huge accomplishment. We just like seeing people “born with it.” Summer athletes put a lot into what they do as well, but the sports of the summer require more natural ability. Average Joe can’t just train hard and become the fastest man alive. It just doesn’t happen.

The Winter Olympics are made up of sports that take years to master.

LeBron James couldn’t hop on a pair of skates and give a flawless short program. He could, however, line up for a 100m dash and be somewhat successful. He obviously wouldn’t beat an Olympian, but you get what I’m saying.

We like events made for the natural born athlete.

This is the same reason football,

and even basketball, have started to take over the sports world. Skill sports like baseball, golf and tennis have started to fall off. The same goes for the Olympics. The Summer Games are the football to Winter Games’ baseball.

Maybe it’s even simpler than that.

Maybe we just like a little more bluecollar sport. Everyone has run a race at some point.

Not everyone is skilled in skiing down a hill. Let’s be honest, most winter sports are the sports that successful people enjoy on weekend trips to Aspen. Most average Americans can’t relate to that.

The Olympics are such a great time.

We, as a country, love the chance to put our patriotism on display for the whole world to see. We will watch, we will love them, but while the winter sports will be on our televisions, summer sports will be on our minds. contact Dakota Ratley at ratleydl@warhawks.ulm.edu

Women Tennis slams Alcorn

JPS Aviation / JPS Eqipment Rental has given the funds for new FieldTurf in Malone Stadium to the ULM athletic department.

The gift of a $450,000 donation for FieldTurf comes with a name change for the field. It will now be known as JPS Field at Malone Stadium.

The sum will be enough to pay for the entire expenses of the new playing surface.

This FieldTurf is seen throughout the NFL as well as several universities. Most recently, the team played on the same surface at Wake Forest.

Having an artificial surface is benefical in several different aspects.

It lessens the cost of maintenence, drains easily in wet weather and gives athletes proper footing.

The name change of the field will remain for a minimum of eight years.

Texas, Oregon, Nebraska and Texas Tech all use the same surface.

Construction on the field will begin in the offseason after the football team’s annual spring game.

In the team’s first appearance in Monroe, the Warhawks (2-0) gave Alcorn State (0-2) a 6-0 beating.

Medy Blankvoort manned the No. 1 singles position for ULM. She won her match in straight sets, 6-3, 6-0.

Petra Horakova, Sthefani Rodriguez and Angela Tejedor also held serve in their own respective singles matches.

Horakova won her match 6-1, 6-1.

Rodriguez finished with a score of 6-0, 6-0, while Tejedor won 6-1, 6-0.

In the No. 2 position for the Warhawks was Sophie Ruphyikiri. She won her match with ease topping her opponent 6-2, 6-3.

photos by Daniel Russell

Below: Petra Horakova finishes her backhand stroke Friday against Alcorn

Above: Horakova eyes the ball in anticipation of a backhand smash.

Left: Horakova loads up in preperation for a backhand swing.

February 10, 2014

SPORTS

ANGRY BIRDS

byDrew McCarty

The Warhawks were picked to finish last in the Sun Belt conference and they aren’t happy about it.

Under the leadership of head coach Rosemary Holloway-Hill, the team is carrying an “us against the world” mentality into the spring. Entering her 30th season at ULM, Holloway-Hill guarantees that this team will be one of the best that she has coached in recent years.

Last season, injuries swept through the Warhawk dugout like wildfire.

For the majority of the year they were forced to use only two pitchers and play inexperienced players at key positions.

“Last year was one of the most difficult times of adversity we have faced,” Holloway-Hill said. “Everybody is back healthy and that’s exciting for us.”

Ten newcomers have been added to nine veterans. A majority of the new faces are transfers that are expected to bring experience and immediate contributions. After playing an NCAA allotted maximum of eight exhibition games in the fall, the team has gelled.

“What I saw that it (fall games) quickly did was give some poise to our team. It gave some competitive stature to our team. It gave the most important thing and that is our chemistry,” Holloway-Hill said.

photo by Ashley Lyons

An entirely new coaching staff joined Holloway-Hill this offseason. Among the new staff is pitching coach and former Troy pitcher, Ashlyn Williams. She finished her college career at 21st on the all-time NCAA strikeout list. Her ability to give hitters game speed pitching in practice is expected to give Warhawk hitters an advantage come game time.

The non-conference portion of the schedule features teams that will challenge the Warhawks. The team will host two tournaments. The annual Mardi Gras Classic will return to Monroe as well as the first edition of the Warhawk Classic. Texas will hosta tournament as well.

LSU will make the trip from Baton Rouge to Monroe on March 3 as part of a home and away series. Ole Miss follows the Tigers to ULM Softball Complex for a March 12 doubleheader.

“We’re going to always play a very difficult schedule and play it early just because it exposes all of our weaknesses, but it also exposes our strengths,” Holloway-Hill said. “It prepares us for Sun Belt play.”

A new gold uniform will be sported this year along with the tradition white and gray uniforms.

The season kicked off Friday in Auburn, Ala. The Warhawks picked up wins over Tennessee Tech and Morehead State. They are slated for a matchup against Auburn at the time of printing.

Conference play begins March 15 when the Warhawks hit the road to face Texas State in San Marcos. They close the regular season on May 4 at contact Drew McCarty at mccartdp@warhawks.ulm.edu

Alcohol sales at ULM athletic events have proven to be an instant financial success. The student section at football games consumed hundreds of beer cups per game.

“It’s not a bad thing for a college student to enjoy a beer or two during the game,” said senior kenisiology student, Austin Emfinger.

“I think it’s great for people who can control their alchohol and know their limits,” Emfinger said.

There were no reported incidents directly related to the purchasing of beer and wine at games. Though, as with any other place where alcohol is being consumed, people tend to get a bit rowdy.

“Some people took it overboard and were so drunk that they were annoying other people trying to watch the game,” Emfinger said.

Overall, the sales were positive for ULM, gaining the athletic department $6,385.83.

“The money is going to be spent anyways. It might as well be towards the greatest university in in Louisiana,” Emfinger said.

Total beer sales for football season were $15,964.62 ULM athletics’ commission was $6,385.83

0 incidents

involving beer sales were reported

Bottoms up!

Left: Alexis Cacioppo swings for the fences against Memphis.

Picked to finish last, softball determined to prove otherwise

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February 10, 2014

SPORTS

Batter Up Baseball looks to bounce back from 10th place finish

Warhawk baseball history

by Drew McCarty

A new baseball season brings new challenges, new opponents and a new opportunity to bring a Sun Belt Conference championship back to Monroe.

Winning back-to-back conference championships is a heavy task. The Warhawks learned that the hard way in 2013, finishing with a record of 1836, and placing 10th in the Sun Belt.

The team is eager to prove once again that they belong atop the conference.

“Our expectations are always the same here with the players, coaches and our community. We expect to win a conference championship and get to the regionals,” head coach Jeff Schexnaider said.

Expectations for the team have been higher than ever following the run to the 2012 Sun Belt Conference championship.

“This team has a little chip on their shoulder from last year not turning out the way we like it turn

30 All-Americans 12 Conference titles

out. They’ve been practicing really hard and they’re ready to get started,” Schexnaider said.

Among the returning starters are outfielders Dalton Herrington and Justin Stawychny. Last year they accounted for a combined 76 runs and 58 RBI’s.

After finishing around the bottom of the pack last season in almost every offensive category, confidence in their ability remains high.

“We’re very confident. The new guys who’ve come in have heard about last season and the guys have a chip on their shoulder from last season. It’s a big change. Everything around here just feels different,” Stawychny said.

The non-conference home schedule features several interesting matchups.

Games begin on Valentine’s Day when Grand Canyon State comes to Warhawk Field.

Southern Miss, Southeastern LA, Jackson State and Michigan State will also be coming to Monroe. Sun Belt play begins with a home matchup with UL-Lafayette. contact Drew McCarty at mccartdp@warhawks.ulm.edu

Did you know?

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The 2013 Warhawk Field attendance high was 2,418 for a game vs Ole Miss.

Below: Josh Faciane takes a swing last season against Ole Miss.

NCAA appearances

photos by Daniel Russell

Above: Kodie Tidwell hustles down the baseline on an infield hit.