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Monday, November 21, 2011
PBA men grow out mustaches for cancer awareness By Kayla Viaud Staff Writer With an invitation from Athletic Director Bob White, members of Palm Beach Atlantic University’s faculty are participating in Movember to honor Gary Carter, who was diagnosed with brain cancer in May 2011. Movember is a combination of the words “mustache” and “November.” It is a charity event to raise awareness and funds for men’s health and, in particular, men’s cancer. Men start out the month of Movember clean shaven. “Mo Bros,” men who participate in Movember, grow out their mustaches for the remainder of the month. “It is an incredible opportunity to focus on an issue that hit close to home for us with Coach Carter having brain cancer, and we use this as a way to pray for other men affected by this,” said White. “The impact that it (cancer) has on your family when you are dealing with it is tremendous,” Kyle Bloemers, Carter’s son-in-law added. Bloemers, who also serves as assistant athletic director for Compliance and Marketing, is participating in Movember. “I don’t believe you can talk to anyone who’s
not impacted by cancer, whether they’ve had it or know someone who had it,” said Ron Kotouch, strength and conditioning coach, also participating in Movember. Movember is men’s take on October, which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. “Everyone is wearing pink, even the NFL,” said Internal Operations Coordinator and Movember participant Brian Young, “This isn’t in competition with them. It is in partnership.” Bloemers added the value of promoting awareness for one type of cancer is going to benefit the other. No Shave November has been popular at PBA, but this year it is for a reason. “It’s nice to see facial hair with a purpose,” Bloemers said. The funds raised for Movember in the United States support research forprostate cancer and other cancers that affect men. Movember is not only in the US. Men from other countries like Australia, New Zealand and Finland participate. “We need to think of this as a global effort,” said Young. So far, faculty participating in Movember have gotten mixed reactions to their mustaches.
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By Christina Cernik, Chris Hernandez and Charlotte Rakestraw for the Beacon
Can you guess who?: For the month of November, men across the country are growing out their beards and mustaches for Cancer Awareness. Have you seen these beards and mustaches on campus? Can you name them all? If you can, email Chris.thebeacon@gmail.com for a chance to win a special gift.
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Students GLO during homecoming P
alm Beach Atlantic University’s 2011 homecoming last week was a hit, with each event producing a great turnout. The week’s events started off with a GLO paint party on Monday, where students danced to a DJ and threw paint at each other. “It was fun to dance with friends, and I especially enjoyed the paint being thrown,” said PBA sophomore Leah Wierichs, pictured above. Wednesday was a day full of events, starting with the Chili Cook-Off, where students could test-taste chili, and space was later cleared in the Rinker parking
lot for the 29th annual Bug Race, which created a commotion that could be heard on all sides of campus. Wednesday night, students were “purpled out” as they dressed from head to toe in purple for the men and women’s basketball game (for pictures, visit the beacon online at Readmybeacon.com). On Thursday, the International Banquet brought together many and inspired cultural conversations. It ended with a banquet to recognize reunion classes and distinguished alumni on Saturday.
Art exhibit opens at library, with endowment By Tony Rizzo Contributing Writer On Nov. 8, the Warren Library at Palm Beach Atlantic University achieved another significant milestone with the formal opening of an exhibition of paintings by the late James Mallory Willson III, one-time drawing and painting professor at the Norton School of Art. The exhibit of 33 paintings is part of the Willson family’s endowment to the university. Among those attending the exhibit opening was David Willson, the artist’s great nephew, who is an artist and illustrator for the Palm Beach Daily News. “James Mallory Willson was a gifted artist; we are so appreciative of your great uncle for his
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Admiring: Junior Connor Dealy examines some of Willson’s art.
gift to this university,” said Dr. Lloyd Mims, dean of the School of Music and Fine Arts. Willson’s paintings will remain on display through Nov. 30. They include “Caruso at the Met,” which reveals impressionistic view of the Italian tenor Enrico Caruso standing on the stage of the old Metropolitan Opera house. Willson’s Caruso “document” is significant given the tenor’s enduring stature. Caruso was the first recording artist in history to sell one million records, and even though all his recordings were made without electrical means whatsoever, he is regarded by some as having created the classical music industry. Here, the darker hues of the old house’s “golden horseshoe” are conveyed, but Willson never once bashes the viewer over the head with obvious declarations in his profile of Caruso, nor with the contrasting blue and turquoise colors of the stage and its cast-members, where Caruso stands; each color grouping is well-rounded, and complimentary. The same may be said of his other renderings such as “Street Café, Paris,” executed in 1929. Willson adeptly outlines a relatively darker green street with complimentary hues of tans and light brown buildings that “lean.” The street itself is traversed with a strategically placed, thin soft yellow stream of sunlight. “Suzette as a Gypsy Girl,” by contrast, differentiates the shades of the woman’s dress
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Art exhibit splashes a new look on the Warren Library: David Willson presents a $500 scholarship to Stephanie Berrera at the opening of an exhibit of paintings by the late James Mallory Wilson III. Looking on is David Pounds, chairman of the art department.
with the almost magenta of her waist-length bandana. Two of Willson’s works from 1925, “House in the Autumn Woods” and “Turning Road in Autumn,” evoke Francis Picabia during his early period, c. 1906, as does: “Landscape, The Red Tree” which also ever so slightly evokes of Maurice Prendergast. Other paintings of Willson’s even remind one of the softer pastels of those found in a few paintings of Maurice De Vlaminick, and again of course, Robert Henri, with whom Mallory studied. Willson died in 1962, and for some time his paintings were tied up in legal proceedings re-
garding the estate. James Craft, PBA associate professor of art, retrieved the paintings from storage and cleaned them. “Professor Craft is the one who really made this happen,” said David Pounds, associate professor and chairman of the art department. David Willson said of his great uncle: “He was in the right place at the right time.… I’m still chasing clues, but I think he was quite happy as an artist. That is all there was to him.” In another highlight, PBA art students Stephanie Berrera and Lori Richards each received $500 scholarships, from a gift given by the artist’s estate.
It is only natural for one to desire a distraction from all the chaos of everyday life. At the moment, Americans are frantically searching for a way out of the desperate economic downturn we have been caught up in for the past few years. Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year. There is no better distraction to wars, recessions and terror attacks than Christmas trees, presents and eggnog. But perhaps we’re starting to take advantage of the euphoric bliss that comes along with the Christmas season. How on earth can one take advantage of such a magnificent time of year, you may ask? For one, it’s a time of the year, not the entire year. The Christmas season is becoming longer each year. This year, employees at a Tampa BestBuy are protesting the midnight Thanksgiving opening of the store while others camp out, eager to get in the fastest. What used to be a time devoted exclusively to the later part of December is now encompassing October and November as well. These days, nutcrackers and candy canes come out before jack-o-lanterns and candy corn. One needs to look no farther than CityPlace to see evidence of an extended Christmas season. November 11th to be exact, I found myself at the lighting of the 40 ft. tall Christmas tree. Keep in mind that the first lighting of the tree took place on Nov. 24, 2000. In the span of 10 years, the ceremony has moved up by two weeks. No sooner do we finish our Thanksgiving dinner do we rush out the door to the nearest Best Buy in hopes of snagging a laptop for 120 dollars. Black Friday has become a holiday in itself. The Gardens Mall Santa found himself competing with Halloween decorations in October. Pretty soon we will be watching Santa shooting fireworks from his sleigh on July 4. Suffice to say, everyone realizes the Christmas Holiday sparks the spirit of giving, which to the economy means buying first. Christmas starts in October now, why not September? Or August? Why not start selling Christmas lights along with the fireworks in July? Bottom line, Americans need distractions from all the gloom and doom that we are constantly exposed to. Christmas is quickly becoming the longest and most drawn out wonderful distraction that we can immerse ourselves in. While it may not be the perfect solution to our problems, Americans seem happy to embrace the holiday that starts in October and goes through December.
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Looking into the future: This is an artistic rendering of the island when the South Cove project is completed, which will restore the Intracoastal with mangroves and sea grass, creating a healthy ecosystem.
Construction for island ecosystem near completion The South Cove project is building three islands to help restore water resources in the Lake Worth Lagoon. By Kaitlyn Chassé Staff Writer A dredging project, a manatee observation center, and a new dock are three rumors circling the Palm Beach Atlantic University community about construction in the Intracoastal Waterway. After a year of watching barges mosey down the Intracoastal, lugging rusty cranes and piles of dirt, many are starting to wonder what the city has in store. The project is called the South Cove Project; the goal is Intracoastal restoration. In 2008, the City of West Palm Beach proposed the project. Now, it is on the brink of completion, according to Eric Anderson, project manager. Anderson said the project was created to help clean up the neglected Intracoastal. The idea is that by building mangrove islands with plenty of oysters and sea grasses, the team will be able to turn a muck-filled lifeless hole into a self-sustaining marine ecosystem. Anderson said that the project is on schedule to be finished by April 2012. “The South Cove Restoration Project is a 2.4 billion
dollar initiative to help clean up the Intracoastal,” said Anderson. He says that the waterway isn’t as polluted as many think, but it still needs a lot of help. “In the ‘40s and ‘60s, dredging destroyed a lot of the natural shoreline,” said Anderson, “This specific hole we are working with was made when the city of West Palm expanded Flagler Drive in 1960. They dug here and used the sediment for the road.” “Sewage and storm water caused a buildup of sediment and other material in these holes, called muck,” said Anderson. “The muck caused the holes to have an anoxic condition (lacking oxygen), leaving them uninhabitable.” Anderson said that the first step in creating a healthy ecosystem is to fill these holes with clean sediment. This process, called capping, was the first step in the restoration project. Since the team has filled in the 20-foot hole that contained some 60,000 cubic yards of muck, they can now focus primarily on laying the limestone foundation for the three islands, said Anderson. According to Anderson, red mangroves were chosen to form the three islands because of their ability to filter water through their finger-like root system. Oysters will also be brought in to help filter as well, and sea grasses will bring biodiversity to the habitat. “Seventy-five percent of game fish and 90 percent of commercial fisheries are dependent on this type of habitat at some point in their lifetimes,” said Anderson, who explains that restoring the lagoon to its natural state is very important for marine life.
“Mangroves and oysters are the best for filtering out dirty water,” said Christine Thrower, director of park and recreation for West Palm Beach. Anderson said that mangroves will also border the sea wall, as planters, in four locations. Acting as mangrove peninsulas, the planters will make the seawall a more inhabitable place for oysters and sea grasses. “Year-old mangroves, 2-3 feet tall, will be planted on the islands as well as on the planters. Volunteers will then come in and help plant seedlings,” said Anderson. According to Anderson, plans for the restoration project also include a 560-foot boardwalk. Anderson said that this boardwalk will be free to the public and will extend to the southernmost island’s observation deck. Since the islands are intertidal, meaning they will be underwater at high tide, the public must stay on the boardwalk. Anderson said that this boardwalk will have educational pieces and is expected to entertain but also act as a “living classroom.” “What’s really exciting to me, is that the location of this project is right in downtown West Palm Beach, the central location is great because people will have the opportunity to see how important mangroves are,” said Anderson “The educational impacts are really going to pay off,” said Anderson, who is excited to see this project yield environmental results as well public awareness. Anderson said that the project is slightly behind schedule due to inclement weather; however, expected completion is still April 2012, as planned.
Cain visits West Palm, meets PBA students By Becca Stripe Staff Writer Palm Beach Atlantic University’s College Republicans club has had a heavy involvement with candidates, including Rick Santorum and Herman Cain. Although the next presidential election isn’t until November 2012, members of the club decided to get involved with the current campaigning that is taking place across the nation. “So far, we’ve been volunteering for several political fund raisers, educating ourselves on the important issues in the upcoming election, and how the candidates differ on the issues,” club Vice President Kyle McConnell said. In September, the club had the opportunity to go to the Conservative Political Action Conference in Orlando, to hear all of the Republican presidential candidates speak. “First and foremost, I’d like the people of West Palm Beach to know that we are an active and enthusiastic group of students who are committed to conservative ideals,” McConnell
said. “Secondly, I’d really like to grow the club and involve as many people as possible.” On Nov. 5 Republican presidential candidate Santorum came to the PBA campus to speak with the students, faculty, and staff of the school. Aware that PBA is a Christian university, the lawyer and former Pennsylvania senator shared with he crowd his personal conservative views on faith and family, hitting heavy topics such as homosexuality and abortion. “Our founding fathers understood that God gave us rights, but He also gave us laws by which we are supposed to live,” said Santorum. “John Adams said that our Constitution was made for a moral and religious people.” On Nov. 16 selected members of the College Republicans club attended a speaking engagement for Republican presidential candidate Cain at the Palm Beach Convention Center while Cain was in South Florida campaigning. Cain opened up the evening sharing something his father
had always told him while growing up: “Believe in God, believe in man, and believe in this country.” He spoke on his campaign’s “centerpiece” of the 9-9-9 economic plan, which would replace most current federal taxes with a 9 percent tax on sales, personal income, and business transactions. “American businesses are the best in the world if they know the ground rules and we’re going to give them those ground rules,” Cain said. “This economy is hurting. People are hurting. Bankruptcies are up. Businesses are trying to hang on. So we need to move and move quickly.” Cain thanked the young Republicans for being active, taking a stance on their conservative beliefs, and getting involved in politics at their age. “Now more than ever, our nation needs a strong leader who is willing to do what’s best for the people of our country,” McConnell said. “Supporting the Republican Party presidential candidates (especially Herman Cain) is crucial to making sure the right man wins.”
By Becca Stripe for the Beacon
Speaking to the masses: Presidential candidate Herman Cain visited West Palm Beach to discuss his campaign plan and to attend a fund raiser.
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Plagiarism 101 How plagiarism is handled at PBA
By Michael Pinzon Staff Writer Plagiarism is an epidemic that touches all college campuses, and affects the lives of many. Here at Palm Beach Atlantic University, plagiarism is an offense that many people who work and study here take very seriously. Dr. Susan Jones, an English professor here at PBA since 1998, feels very strongly about plagiarism. “Well obviously because we are a Christian institution, it’s a very serious offense, because it is stealing other people’s work, it’s taking other people’s ideas, and obviously there’s one of the Ten Commandments that speaks very strongly about thou shall not steal. I think for Christians, being careful about resources is a matter of integrity, and being faithful servants.” When it comes down to preventing plagiarism, Jones takes her own approach. She tries to impress on her students how serious it is. “It’s about who we are as Christians, it’s about who we are as Christian scholars, and serving God through our intellectual activities.” If Jones comes across a student who does commit plagiarism, she takes it up for herself to make sure he/she is being addressed with care. “If it is a first offence and if especially it’s in an early composition class,
what I try to do is work with that student, to make sure the student has really understood that what they have done is not the right thing. Sometimes students just lose track of resources, sometimes it is accidental, and you kind of have to work with students to make sure that’s what is going on. “If it is a second offence then it is really very serious, and it is reported to the dean, and goes on to (a higher office) and the student gets a zero for the paper. Fairly obviously in any academic institution, but particularly at a Christian institution a student who repeatedly steals other people’s work is going to have serious consequences.” When plagiarism is committed, one place a student would most likely head to would be Kevin Able’s office. “Plagiarism is technically an academic violation, however the student discipline process does interface with it in some way,” said Able. “All of the faculty, and the deans of the school are responsible for catching, or identifying any incidents of plagiarism as well as sanctioning those incidents at that point.” According to Able, it is probably one of the most severe violations at an institution. For Able, if it is enough of a repeated violation, it could ultimately result in suspension. “It is a serious violation of our code of conduct, but there an a lot of circumstantial things that go into that, and the deans use their judgments in terms of handing down those sanctions.”
Ten Tips for Writing 1. According to Center for Writing Excellence’s Natalie Rodriguez, you should first determine your audience. “Find a need, fill a need. Ask yourself what the audience would mostly like to know.”
2. Create a thesis statement. This is the purpose of your paper, the point that you’re trying to prove. 3. When writing your paper, address your topic from general to specific. Make sure that your topic is not too broad, or too specific.
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When writing a research paper, make sure you have credible resources. Back up each point in your thesis with a quote or a reference to prove your argument. To find credible sources, search through a library’s online database to find books and scholarly journals.
5. Make sure that your writing is free of any bias. When you are neutral, you will be able to get all types of audiences to read what you have written.
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When writing your introduction paragraph, make sure you connect with an emotion that you share with the audience.
7. In the body paragraph, explain each of your points. You are describing the topic you have decided on and giving points and sub points about it.
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In the concluding paragraph, you leave the reader with either an open ended idea or a clear conclusion.
9. Also, restate your thesis statement in your conclusion. 10. Don’t forget to proofread . Victoria Vartan and the Center for Writing Excellence contributed to this article.
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Tips for holiday safety and easy travels By Jessica Wharton Staff Writer
Thanksgiving break is just around the corner which means last minute papers, packing and traveling home for many students. The thought of a home cooked meal, clean sheets and sleeping in during the week are only slightly outdone by the burden of Thanksgiving traveling. Travel and safety during the holiday season is hyped, and last minute scrambling usually only adds to the stress levels of the season. Sophomore Liddy Robinson
said, “last year I was so stressed before I left to go home for Thanksgiving break because I packed at the very last minute and ended up forgetting so many things I wish I had remembered to bring with me.” One important holiday travel tip is to make a list of what to bring home and remember that Thanksgiving break is a quick getaway; not the opportune time to bring home piles of dirty laundry, summer clothes to pack away from the winter season and a grocery list a mile long of what to bring back to school. “I make a list every year before I go home for either Thanksgiving
break or Christmas,” said Palm Beach Atlantic University junior Natalia Trotter. “It makes it so much easier and it’s no problem to pack last minute if you already know what you want to take.” Another easy way to put your mind at ease during the holiday season is to make sure safety is number one. It is important to keep valuables locked away, keep car doors locked and windows up and to be aware of your surroundings. “Students need to be aware of what is going on around them, shop with friends, park in well-lit areas and don’t let anything be a surprise,” said Terry Wheeler,
director of Campus Safety. “It is also important to know that officers will be on campus 24/7 during the holiday season.” Aside from packing lists and safety, those who are going home via airplanes need to be ready for airport security. “Make sure you allow enough time to get to the airport and wait through the security lines if you have a flight during the holidays,” said Wheeler. It is also a good idea to read through what the TSA allows in a carry on, and to abide by their full body scans and pat downs. Being informed on flight times, layovers and weather conditions
will also help for a smooth experience and take away from extra wait time at the airport. As thoughts of gum drops and sugar plumbs begin to dance in the heads of college students, safety, travel and planning should as well. The holidays can be less stressful if planned out properly and provide a muchneeded break for students before finals and the end of the semester. For questions on campus safety during the holidays, visit the Safety and Security office.
and Christmas breaks. According to Dr. Elizabeth Chavez, assistant director in the Center for Campus Connections International and Multicultural Program, PBA has 129 international students with F-1 Visas. However, there are about 250 students that come from different countries, and some of them are residents. Others are in the process of getting their residency. In total, 55 different countries are represented at PBA. “For Thanksgiving break, most of the students stay on campus, but a lot of them go to a friend’s house,” Chavez said. That is because Thanksgiving break is a short break, but for longer breaks such as Christmas break, it is not necessarily that easy. Some students come from the Bahamas, others from South Asia. Depending on how far they have to travel and others factors such as money, they must decide whether to trav-
el back to their home country or to stay here for the holidays. One of the main problems that international students experience is having to find a place to stay during Christmas break, since campus is closed at that time. If they cannot find a place to stay then the international multicultural program is responsible for finding them a place to stay. “We try to match them up with professors and staff,” Chavez said. “Sometimes it’s a good experience for them, because they bond with a professor, and they keep a relationship over the years.” Stefan Vincent is an international student originally from India, majoring in bio-medical engineering. For Vincent, Thanksgiving is not a “real” holiday, but he says, “It’s interesting because it’s like a giant family festival.” Due to all of the preparation and hard work that goes into Thanksgiving, he called it a “mini
Christmas.” Vincent goes home during long breaks like Christmas and summer, and he spends Thanksgiving break here with his friends who are not international students. However, last year Vincent wanted to know what Christmas was like in the United States, so he decided to stay here for the break. He spent his Christmas in the house of a school staff member, and got to experience the Christmas holiday “the American way.” “I got to see what a real American family does for Christmas,” he added, “They got me a present too. I didn’t expect that.” Alex Minicozzi is a senior majoring in business management from Australia. He tries to go back home at least once at year, but Thanksgiving break is too short for him to travel back to Australia since it takes two days to get there. Because of that, Minicozzi has been traveling and
doing internships during past breaks. Sophia Hanh Do, another senior majoring in chemistry from Vietnam, does not travel that often. She goes back home every two years. This summer she got to travel back to Vietnam, but last Christmas she stayed here with the family of David Pounds, an associate professor of the art department. Most of the international students do not celebrate Thanksgiving in their countries, but they seem to like it and appreciate it. Said Kristin Albury, who comes from the Bahamas, “I think it’s an important and meaningful tradition.” Amelie Vallieres, from Quebec, who will be celebrating Thanksgiving for the first time said, “I think that it is an amazing occasion to be thankful for what we have, and I wish that there were more holidays with this purpose.”
Thanksgiving and international students By Heisy Padilla Staff Writer
It’s the time of year again, when we gather with friends and family to share, enjoy and give thanks. Every year, families from across the country come together to give thanks for all the blessings in their lives. It is a time where they not only enjoy the company of their love ones, but also delicious food. It is actually the family time that makes this holiday so special. Imagine you are an international student at Palm Beach Atlantic University, away from your home country, far from your family and loved ones. You can’t go home for the holidays to see your family. However, everyone you know is going home to their families to spend their Thanksgiving break. This exact situation is what many international students at PBA experience during Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving at PBA By Saudia Ali Staff Writer
To most, celebrating Thanksgiving involves family, food and travel plans. But what happens when you have to spend Thanksgiving here at PBA on a college budget? On average a family can spend up to $200 on their extravagant banquets. If you do decide to spend Thanksgiving at PBA, there are a few quick tips to help you stay within your college budget, as discussed on GalTime.com. Students can make a list of items they would like to eat. Keep it simple. If it is just a small number of friends eating together in the dorms, then you do not need an enormous buffet. Scale back. Students can also chip in with the money. A small group can help contribute to the meal expenses. These are just a few steps to maintaining your college budget. Maria Jimenez, a second semester freshman here at PBA, is contemplating whether she will be staying for Thanksgiving. “If I stay I’d do it because it costs a lot of money to buy a ticket to go home for such a short period of time.” Originally from Costa Rica, Jimenez has never experienced Thanksgiving due to the fact that it is not celebrated outside the U.S. “I might go to Miami to visit some family or I might stay here and go to dinner at my tennis coach’s house,” states Jimenez. Victoria Baca, a junior at PBA, is originally from Ecuador. Victoria says, “Going back home is too far away and the trip is not worth the money.” Since she will have
to stay for Thanksgiving her tennis coach has invited her to also join him and his family for a proper meal. A majority of PBA students will be traveling home to a delightful Thanksgiving feast and many of the students, who cannot go home, will be joining them. Many students will be spending their turkey day with friends’ families who are eager to host. There are numerous reasons, but no matter the case every student should experience a proper meal on Thanksgiving. If spending Thanksgiving at PBA on your budget just doesn’t work for you, you can always spend your holiday with a hospitable family. Beth Chavez, the assistant director for the center for campus connections, helps set up students, remaining here at PBA during Thanksgiving break with an enthusiastic family that is willing to open their home. These families are members from a local church. “Many families would like to take in five to six students, but we do have one family that is eager to take in 20-40 students,” states Chavez. In previous years, the school has hosted a Thanksgiving meal in the cafeteria. Any students staying behind are strongly recommended to contact Chavez, so she can match them with a host family. According to Chavez, “the family hosting program is definitely better than the meal in the cafeteria, due to the fact that it allows students that traditional Thanksgiving celebration. It’s a way to have your turkey and eat it too!”
By Kayla Viaud for the Beacon
Mo’ Mustaches: professor Gary Poe and other PBA faculty and staff sport Movember ‘staches in honor of coach Gary Carter.
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“Usually everyone wants to talk about my bowties; now they want to talk about my facial hair,” said Dr. Gary Poe, associate professor of history in the School of Arts and Sciences. Bloemers notes something interesting about having a mustache is shock value. “At times you forget you have it. Then people look at you strange and you realize ‘oh, wait I have a mustache.’” Kotouch believes his mustache gives him added strength. “In a week since I’ve had the handle bar, I have been able to add 50 pounds to my bench press,” Kotouch said jokingly. “There is an inherent power in a mustache,” said Bloemers. “Anytime you have an excuse to grow a mustache, take advantage of it.” According to the Movember website, one in six men is diagnosed with prostate cancer. The guys have high hope about the changes Movember can bring concerning government funding for men’s health issues. “Maybe our mustaches can get the attention of legislators around the country,” said Bloemers.
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Hoops off to good start
By Joshua Reid Sports Editor On Nov. 11 the men’s and women’s basketball team started the 2011-2012 season. Although playing at home, the men’s team fell to Rollins College, 47-63. Freshman Marcus Hardy made a name for himself, playing for 37 minutes and leading the Sailfish with 15 points while making 6-13 field goals and 3-6 free throws. Hardy also led the team with nine rebounds, six of them on the defensive end. On Nov. 11 the Lady Sailfish also fell in its season opening match, losing a hard fought game to division I Stetson 52-63. Junior Ashley Dolberry had a double-double, scoring 17 points on 5-10 field goals and grabbing 11 rebounds, 7 on the defensive end while just playing 21 minutes. On Nov. 16 the women’s team had its first home game of the season, defeating the University of Tampa 56-38. Three players had a doubledouble, including senior Elizabeth Fugate (15 points, 10 rebounds), senior Selethia Jackson (10 points, 14 rebounds), and Dolberry (12 points, 11 rebounds). On Nov. 16 the men’s team also had a home match against the University of Tampa. After a defensive struggle, the Sailfish fell 48-53. Junior Dante Valentine led the team with 19 points in 33 minutes, scoring 5-15 field goals and 8-11 free throws while grabbing seven rebounds, four on the offensive end. Redshirt junior Ian Sitz led the team in rebounds with nine, seven on the offensive end. On Nov. 18 the men’s team had a road match in St. Petersburgh, FL, against Caldewell College, whereas the women’s team had a home match on Nov. 19 against Florida Southern College. To see results, go to pbasailfish. com On Nov. 18 the men’s soccer team traveled to Tampa for its NCCAA regional competition. The Sailfish finished the regular season with a 10-7 record, winning their last four games and five of their last six. On Nov. 19 and 20 the volleyball team hosted the NCCAA regionals. The Sailfish finished with a 25-3 record, winning its last seven games and 13 of 14 games. The Sailfish began play on the 19th as the number one overall seed and played the winner of Pensacola Christian College and Baptist College of Florida. To see the results of all the matches, go to pbasailfish.com
The Beacon Monday, November 21, 2011
SAAC returns to PBA Club had four year hiatus due to low enrollment
give back to the community while putting a stamp on a particular charity organization,” said Wield. “We really want to make an impact off campus and get involved in various service projects; we want to be known for helping out and not being a group of athletes who only care
By Jessica Wharton Staff Writer Nationally founded in 1989, the Student Athletic Advisory Committee (SAAC) has served the NCAA to generate a student-athlete voice within colleges across America. Today, the group of selected athletes offers input on rules, regulations, and policies that affect student-athlete on NCAA member campuses. SAAC was founded on PBA’s campus in 1998 when Mike Wield, head athletic trainer, came from Sacred Heart University and brought with him the tradition of student involvement in SAAC. “My hope for SAAC this year is to put this organization on the PBA map and I want the PBA community, including faculty and staff, to be aware of SAAC and to respect this organization,” said Wield. “For SAAC to become successful and grow this year it will take every member to be a liaison from their team to the school’s faculty and different programs,” said Vice President Michael Lyon. While SAAC works to have student-athlete input on campus, the goal this year is also “to
“ We really want to make an inpact off campus and get involved in various service projects; we want to be known for helping out and not being a group of athletes who only care about ourselves. ” -Lyon about ourselves,” said Lyon. “I am excited to see how we as a group will get involved in the community this year,” said Natalia Trotter, a second year SAAC member. “The biggest importance for the members of SAAC is to realize that they are the voice of not just their team, but for athletics and because of this, they need to be aware of what is going on around them in the athletic community and the different things that should
concern them as athletes,” said Wield. “I would like to see more support for athletics by having an increase in attendance by both students and professors at each sports games matches.” “I know a lot of sports have games off campus but I think increasing attendance and really getting everyone on campus involved in the athletic program here at PBA is a main goal this year,” Trotter said. While improving athletic sporting attendance is a goal of SAAC, they work to “achieve different changes [we] would like to see on campus, in regards to the athletes,” said Lyon. “It is also a time of question and answer about each department and how each side, from faculty to student-athletes, can help each other out,” said Wield. “I think my favorite part about the meetings (with two students from each team) is that we have the chance to introduce ourselves to different faculty members on campus and really give a good name to PBA athletics,” said Trotter. “It is definitely important to establish a good relationship with professors and staff, which hopefully, will lead to their interest in our sports and overall campus involvement.” “I think it is an honor for athletes to be selected by their coach to represent their team in SAAC,” said Wield. “I want SAAC to be a huge part of the athletic community and also the PBA community. I always look forward to each meeting and I am excited to be part of SAAC again.”
Photo Courtesy of Faith Warren
Coming together as a team: The cross country team celebrates after its performance in nationals. The Sailfish came in seventh.
Cross country comes in 7th at NCCAA nationals By Faith Warren Contributing Writer On Nov. 12 the Palm Beach Atlantic University’s women’s cross country team wrapped up the season at the NCCAA cross country Nationals in Cedarville, Ohio, capturing an overall place of seventh out of 38 institutions. “Overall the competition was a lot tougher this year,” said head coach Trish Butler. “Even though we were completely out of our element, and had several injured runners, I couldn’t be more proud of the girls and what they have accomplished.” Hosted at Cedarville University at the Elvin R. King cross country course, Malone University defended the title followed by California Baptist College in second, Indiana Wesleyan University in third, Roberts
Sailfish Sports Nov. 21- Dec. 4
Wesleyan University in fourth, Cedarville University in fifth, and Trinity Christian College in sixth. Assistant coach Kyle Price feels that each member of the team gave it their all in the last race. “The girls worked hard this year and it was rewarding to see their dedication pay off in the final competition. It was a great way to end a successful season,” said Price. With over 180 women competitors, junior Katherine Harvey led the sailfish in the 5,000 meter race with an overall finish of 27th place and a personal best of 19:38. Following Harvey was junior Faith Warren (34th; 19:51), freshman Kourtney Sumner (38th; 19:58), sophomore Danielle Kittell (57th; 20:31),
freshman Jessica Sexton (93rd; 21:28), sophomore Sarah Walsh (119th; 22:25), and sophomore Morgan Skwira (131st; 23:10) who was returning from a knee injury and running in her first competition of the season. “I am very proud of Morgan for coming back after her injury to run with the team in the final race of the season” said Coach Butler. “I am also proud of Danielle and Sarah for stepping it up as well as Katherine’s personal racing record. This season the girls discovered a little more about themselves, their potential, and what true team work is all about.” Top finisher Katherine Harvey feels that through all the hard six a.m workouts, each member of the team learned what it means to push themselves beyond what they thought were their limits.
“I know that this season as a whole was PBA’s most successful year for cross country” said Harvey. “Despite the good, but not outstanding NCCAA national results, we will all remember how this season has redefined the cross country team.” Beginning to set their goals for next season, the women’s cross country team will continue to practice and train this spring and summer with high hopes of “advancing their success, exceeding their limits, and working as a team to move forward in their rankings” said Sumner. “What is exciting about the women’s cross country team is that our destination is unknown and limitless,” said Coach Butler. “Our future success depends solely on the leadership of this team and what we are willing to sacrifice to make it happen.”
Tuesday 11/29
Wednesday 11/30
Saturday 12/3
Women’s Basketball 6 p.m. Home vs. Florida Tech
Men’s Basketball 7 p.m. Home vs. Florida Tech
Women’s Basketball 2 p.m. Home vs. Voldosta State
Saturday Men’s Basketball 4 p.m. Home vs. Northwood
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The Beacon Monday, November 21, 2011
Lacrosse 2012 preview
By Christina Cernik for the Beacon
Ready? Break!: The teams huddles up before the start of a match
Women’s By Joshua Reid Sports Editor Palm Beach Atlantic University’s women’s lacrosse team will begin its fourth season in spring 2012. Although the team has very little history, it is working its way to make a name for itself. “We started in fall 2008,” said head coach Emily Seeman. “In 2009 we played in a fall ball league in Fort Lauderdale, primarily against high schools. After that the league was cancelled. Last year we joined the South Women’s Lacrosse League (SWLL).” “We’re part of the National Lacrosse Asscociation,” said senior captain Alycia Britton. “ We’re bettering ourselves and getting more established as a team on and off the field. We’re also trying to get lacrosse as a division sport in the near future.” Although it is a young program, PBA’s women’s lacrosse has played against Division 1 opponents such as FAU, Miami, USF, and Stetson, all of which were close games. Seeman hopes that type of experience will translate into more recognition. “Playing at a collegiate level, you re-
ally have to know what you’re doing,” said Seeman. “We beat Stetson in double overtime last season, which was a real exciting experience. Every game is a learning experience. We’re also learning from the men’s team, and seeing what they have accomplished in their recent history.” Although women’s lacrosse has played against top Division 1 programs, most students at PBA do not know such a team exists. That’s something sophomore Sara Kratz hopes will change. “The girls here are developing relationships with each other, becoming a team. Doing so will help set a tone this season,” said Kratz. “We currently practice on an intramural field,” said Seeman. “We’re always kicked off the field whenever an intramural team comes to play or practice. With the new athletic complex coming soon, it will be a lot easier to practice more and help build the team into what we want it to be.” Seeman also added that this year’s team didn’t lose anyone, but did acquire some new players. “The new girls will be able to pick up experience real fast,” said Seeman. “It’s going to be a great year, with more to come.”
Sailfish in action: Bobby Hantske (centered) tries to get around defenders in preseason match
Men’s
By Saudia Ali Staff Writer Last season the men’s lacrosse team finished second in the division. The highlight was a victory against Coast Guard club team, which is one of the top 20 teams. Currently the PBA men’s Lacrosse team is competing in its pre-season, where it has played six games. Transfer sophomore Jack East expects big things once the season starts in spring. “As a team, in spring we expect to go back to the Conference Tournament in Atlanta,” said East. “To do this we need to end the regular season in the top two of our six team division. Personally, I want to significantly contribute to every game.” The team plays in the Southeastern Lacrosse Conference (SELC). There are four divisions, and two teams from each division make it to the tournament at the end of the regular season. This means that eight teams meet in Atlanta for the Conference Tournament, with the overall winner and an at large bid moving on to the National Tournament. According to East, the Sailfish have a pretty good shot at accomplishing their goal this season.
Flag football coming to an end
Above: Luke Schuler of MooseKnuckles attempts to complete a pass. By Becca Wendt for the Beacon Right: Jeffery Godin of Team Dynasty catches a pass. Photo by David Fox for the Beacon
“Last season went well, as we made it to the conference tournament,” said East. “But no one is satisfied with just making it. We want to expand on it this year.“ Having made it to the Conference Championship, the men’s team feels confident it can go even further. “We have a solid group of guys,” said East. “It all starts with Coach Southard. He sets the tone for everyone.” Chris Southard has been coaching lacrosse for 20 years including middle school, high school and club teams, with nine of those years here at PBA. “Good chemistry within the team on and off the field brings commitment as brothers and man,” said Southard. “Conditioning with a lot more cardio workouts and weight training brings consistency with all games, bring our A-Game to every match.” He also stated that PBA is a healthy place to coach. “I feel incredible supported by the president,” said Southard. “I’m just grateful to have this team together as a community and family, with PBA making it an even bigger family.”
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The Beacon Monday November 21, 2011
Guys, you still have time to impress that special lady. Here are the “RING BY SPRING” tools. Cut along dotted lines to retrieve facial accessories and your “Key” to success the “Guapo Stache”
the “Tusk Stache”
the “Rugged Stache”
the PBA Pick-Up Line Key
the “Gentleman’s Stache”
the “Dad Stache”
• For you I would slay two Goliaths! • Bathsheba had nothing on you! • How many times do I have to walk around you to make you fall for me? • I'm pretty much considered an elder in the congregation these days. • I would leave 99 sheep to come and find you. • God told me to come talk to you! • Is it a sin that you stole my heart? • What's your name and number so I can add you to my "prayer" list? • I'm not like those other (insert your church name here) guys. • I didn't know angels flew this low. • I want to go on a mission trip but I know I will just end up mission you. • Yeah, it is an ESV study Bible. • I really like your spirituality; it goes well with that shirt. • I’m interested in full-time ministry, and not only that… I also play the guitar • I have a Bible verse tattoo. It’s permanent. It’s also in ancient Greek.