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FOOTBALL
USM not quite ready for Alabama Josh Cambpell
Sports Editor Southern Miss fell to thirdranked Alabama, 52-12, Saturday night, Sept. 13 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama in a game that was over early in the third quarter. But, the scoreboard was not truly indicative of how these two teams matched up. USM played much better than most expected, but just could not come through in clutch situations. Time after time, USM was able to put together solid drives, but could not figure out how to finish them off. This was the big difference in the game: Alabama finished their drives while Southern Miss stalled in the red zone. “At one point, we had three opportunities; we had three field goals,” said Southern Miss head coach Todd Monken. “They had four opportunities: They scored touchdowns. That’s the way it is. I don’t care who you play. You put yourself out of reach. That’s the way it is. I think our guys fought.” In the first half, the only
GREEK LIFE
Susan Broadbridge/ Printz Sophomore quarterback Nick Mullens runs past the Alabama defense in Tuscaloosa Saturday evening. Alabama defeated Southern Miss 52-12.
thing the Alabama offense could really hang their hat on was quarterback Blake Sims connecting with wide receiver Amari Cooper. The tandem connected five times in the
first half for 72 yards and a touchdown. Cooper finished the game with eight catches for 135 yards and is clearly Sims’ favorite target. “It’s always good to know that
you have a guy that’s going to run for you,” Sims said. “It really helps when everyone focuses on him you have other receivers to throw to. Cooper does it very well, and he is (a)
great team player. He gives extra effort all the time and it’s good to have him and know that you always have someone open.”
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Southern Miss NPHC week begins Kathryn Miller Executive Editor
The National Panhellenic Council (NPHC) at The University of Southern Mississippi will host its annual week of events Sept. 15-19. Trent Johnson, USM NPHC’s president, said the council’s mission is to best exemplify their theme for this week, which is “A Different World.” The theme’s meaning is about showing the public another side of Greeks as a whole, so that NPHC can connect better with students and faculty at
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Southern Miss. “As president, I’m really excited to show off the time and hard work that my executive board has put in to make this week a successful one,” Johnson said. “We each had our own ideas to bounce off each other and we finally came up with events that we feel the campus will truly enjoy.” On Monday at 7 p.m., NPHC will have their annual Hop Contest that will take place in Bennett Auditorium. There is a $2 entry at the door and a profit share at Raising
NEWS College of Health Health ambassadors participate in annual organ donation challenge.
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Cane’s will proceed after the event. On Tuesday, the council will encourage students to sign up and designate a time to donate blood at the NPHC Blood Bowl from 11-2 p.m. in Thad Cochran Center Atrium. On Wednesday night at 6 p.m., the council will host the “Crossing the Line” program in Wilbur Stout Hall Room A. This program is centered on the discussion of Greek stereotypes, how the Greek system is portrayed on social media and life before and after becoming Greek. On Thursday at 6 p.m.,
FEATURE The Agora Staff forges a community of its own.
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NPHC will give back to the community by hosting a game night in Thad Cochran Ballroom II. There is a $1 entry and proceeds will go toward Leukemia Awareness. NPHC Field Day will take place Friday from 3-6 p.m. on the Intramural Fields and will conclude the council’s week of events. “The council has several goals for this year, which includes continuing to serve not only our campus, but the Hattiesburg community, break the stereotypes that some may have about the NPHC and to
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involve ourselves more with the other Greek councils, IFC and CPC,” Johnson said. The NPHC council at USM was charted in 1993 and African-American Greekletter organizations have a long history at Southern Miss, according to the Southern Miss NPHC website. Organizations that are currently active on campus include Alpha Kappa Alpha, Omega Psi Phi, Delta Sigma Theta, Pi Beta Sigma, Sigma Gamma Rho, Kappa Alpha Psi, Alpha Phi Alpha, Zeta Phi Beta and Iota Phi Theta.
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OPINION Smoker courtesy
The unwritten rules of on-campus smoking.
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ACROSS 1 She’s a princess, knocking one out... (4) 4 ...without equal, a Lady captivating student (8) 11 To make things even worse, shortly told to leave Prague? (7) 12 Charterhouse gives this person hours working? (7) 13 Wonderful poet gets round America (10) 14 Relative married a scholar (4) 16 Stick around to run a cleric’s office (9) 18 One comes in to join later for free (5) 19 Artist has to make pop still? (5) 20 Plenty of rabbits doing the foxtrot? (9) 23 Extremely light (4) 24 Tart works on voice that’s alluring (10) 27 Funny article on Dynasty entertains us (7) 28 They say you need two for this business (7) 29 Giving barman gratuity, about a pound, when having a few drinks (8) 30 What you buy at auction can be a good deal (4)
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The Blueprint Mississippi Social Business Challenge Mississippi’s Economic Council, Mississippi Public Universities and Gov. Phil Bryant have joined to launch the Blueprint Mississippi Social Business Challenge. This is a statewide challenge that requires applicants to develop an idea and form a team of three to six students and one faculty advisor. If a team’s idea wins for USM, they will have the opportunity to represent USM against teams from other public universities in the state. There are nine goals that have been identified as strategic priorities according to Blueprint Mississippi: 1. Increase the Educational Achievement of Mississippians 2. Cultivate a More Robust Workforce in Mississippi 3. Strengthen and Expand Mississippi’s Economy 4. Promote Health Care as an Economic Driver 5. Support Mississippi’s Creative Economy 6. Continually Develop the Infrastructure for a Competitive Economy 7. Increase Availability of Financial Capital 8. Cultivate Diversity, Community Cooperation and Racial Reconciliation 9. Improve Communication and Coordination Among Public, Private and Non-profit Leaders General requirements: -Form a team of three to six people and one faculty advisor. -Enter the competition by Oct. 1. -Each team will have four weeks to develop a five-page written proposal detailing its idea. -The proposal must be submitted by Nov. 1. USM College of Business will sponsor a “business plan tutorial” in Room 109 of Joseph Greene Hall, Tuesday, Sept. 23. All students are welcome to attend. For more information about the complete rules for the Blueprint Mississippi Social Business Challenge, visit www. Mississippi.edu/msbc/rules.asp or contact Dean of the College of Business Faye Gilbert.
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NEWS
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ON CAMPUS
Colleges compete in donation challenge Mary Sergeant
Printz Reporter & Photographer The University of Southern Mississippi College of Health Ambassadors are once again competing in the organ donation challenge sponsored by the Mississippi Organ Recovery Agency (MORA). On Sept. 15, the College of Health Ambassadors will begin their third annual organ donation challenge. In 2013, they competed against Mississippi State University and lost the challenge by just three people. In 2012, they came in first place against MSU. In 2014, Southern Miss will compete against both Mississippi State University and The University of Mississippi to see who can have the most members of their community sign up to become organ donors. “We try to promote, through our college, the importance and how vital it is to be an organ donor,” said Ebony Core, a senior department of public health major and MORA committee member. MORA is a non-profit agency that stands as the most prominent organ procurement organization in the state. The challenge has added a new rule this year. With the point system, 75 percent of the points each team receives will come from adding brand new organ donors and 25 percentof the points will come from people who re-register to become organ donors. The topic of becoming an organ
GAME
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The Golden Eagle defense showed resilience in the early going, making several key stops. Besides struggling to cover Cooper, the only other weakness was failing to contain Sims from scrambling outside the pocket. Sims carried the ball five times for 46 yards and a touchdown. But in the second half, Kenyan Drake and Derrick Henry could not be stopped by the Golden Eagles. Alabama just continued to get whatever they wanted on the ground in the second half. Drake finished the game with 59 yards and three touchdowns
donor can be a very sensitive subject to many people. “We want to inform people that they won’t hunt you down and kill you for your organs,” Core said. MORA hosted a training session with the ambassadors Sept. 14 to inform them of ways to properly discuss the issue of becoming an organ donor. The ambassadors do not want to have a pushy, eager attitude when talking to students and others in the community about such a sensitive subject. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, one person can save up to eight lives through organ donation and can save even more lives through tissue donations. The COH Ambassadors also work to inform students and the Hattiesburg community about organ donation. “One person can change the course of someone else’s destiny,” said Alanna Fopiano, a senior nutrition and dietetics major and president of the COH Ambassadors. The organ donation challenge will last until Oct. 17. The group will have their first tabling event Sept. 15. The table will have fun freebies as well as information regarding organ donation and the benefits of becoming an organ donor. Fopiano said they welcome volunteers to help distribute information and spread the word about the challenge and organ donation. For more information about MORA, visit www.msora.org.
Kelley Joe Brumfield/Printz Southern Miss College of Health Ambassadors kick start their Organ Donation Challenge on Sunday, September 14.
on just nine carries and Henry led the Tide with 73 yards on 11 carries. Despite the red zone struggles, USM quarterback Nick Mullens performed admirably. He was harassed all game, but continued to fight and make plays for the USM offense. But his receivers did not help much, dropping several key passes, particularly early in the game when the score was still close. It may be just a coincidence, but it seems that Mullens performs best when he plays in his home state of Alabama. The best game of his career was also in Alabama in the season finale last season against UAB. “It was pretty cool to be able to come back, to see
this atmosphere, feel this atmosphere, and hearing `Sweet Home Alabama,’” Mullens said. “Those are the types of things you hear as a kid, and to be able to hear that while you’re playing the football game, and playing a great team like Alabama, is a very incredible opportunity for me and the team.” Mullens finished the game completing 19-35 for 207 yards, without a touchdown or an interception. Markese Triplett was his favorite target in the game, leading USM with five catches for 46 yards. With the offense being inept in the red zone, senior kicker Corey Acosta benefitted greatly. He tied his careerhigh with four made field goals, which he set last week.
He is well on his way to having the best season of his career as he has already made eight field goals in the first three games. He only made 11 each of the past two seasons. USM failed to run the ball effectively throughout as Tez Parks led the team with just 22 yards rushing on two carries, while Ito Smith had just 15 yards on six carries. For a large portion of the game, USM abandoned the running game almost altogether. “It’s hard to run on them, they have big son of a guns up front,” Monken said. “It’s hard. It’s hard to push those guys around. It wasn’t the plan to not be balanced, but I think good football is balanced. It always has been and always will be. We had
some things that we were looking to take advantage, actually I wouldn’t say take advantage, but we knew we had to make some plays on the perimeter.” Through three games, it is hard to tell what type of season Southern Miss (12) will have. They have performed pretty well thus far considering the level of competition they faced, but are yet to play a team who is close to equal on paper. But to have any success this season, the offense is going to have to find a way to start converting in the red zone. USM will continue their season when they host Appalachian State Sept. 20 at 6 p.m. in M.M. Roberts Stadium.
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ON CAMPUS
ROTC undergoes anti-terrorism training Lindsey Kelley Printz Reporter
The Mississippi National Guard Counter IED Integration Cell brought a special program to the Southern Miss Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) training field Sept. 11, educating future military leaders on IED awareness. IED is an acronym for “Improvised Explosive Device,” which can be made from numerous assorted household items and chemicals. Hunter Linton, a junior business major and cadet company commander, was grateful for the opportunity. “This is the first year that (Mississippi National Guard) has done this,” he said. “They’re very busy, so it’s an honor and a privilege that we get this kind of training.” According to the Washington Post, over 2,500 service member deaths were the result of IED attacks in both Operation Iraqi Freedom as well as the Afghan front, Operation Enduring Freedom. Tommy Crane, a retired military personnel and counter IED training integrator, helped run the Mobile Threat Display Truck, which travels across Mississippi, and in some areas of Alabama and Louisiana. “(The truck) helps soldiers become aware of what’s been an asymmetric threat over the years,” Crane said.
The truck contains many features, including charts and diagrams of IEDs used in the past, as well as displays of IED terrorist components and accessories. Crane and his associates gave a lecture and show-and-tell of possible IEDs. There were also instructional videos on IED awareness and potential threats that soldiers face. One facet of the event included IED robot demonstrations. Two robots, a Talon and a Fast TAK, are specially programmed robots used by the military to disable potential IEDs. They include mechanical arms, all-purpose terrain treads and a camera, which enables soldiers to stay a safe distance from the threat. The students were able to use a specially designed controller made by Playstation to steer the robots around the field and watch the live video images transmitted from the robot’s camera. One confusing aspect for civilian students was the USM Mailout that all students received the morning of the event seemingly advertising for all students to attend, despite it was an ROTC-only training session. Craig Smith, a senior foreign language major and ROTC student, clarified the nature of this email. “One of the reasons that an email would have been (sent) out to make the community aware is just because the nature of the training itself can cause
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Members of USM ROTC view inert examples of Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) during the anti-terrorism training session Sept. 11.
fear and we try to keep that to a minimum. We’ve had issues before,” Smith said. Linton explained the
importance of this training for the Golden Eagle Battalion. “As a future leader in the military, (we) need to be aware
of IEDS: what goes into making IEDs, how they explode, anything (we) need to know about it, we’re learning it here,” Linton said.
INTERNATIONAL
UN resolution to thwart foreign fighters Nan Buti
Printz Reporter President Barack Obama and the United Nations have teamed against fighters who provide support for terrorist organizations by passing a resolution, which would restrict potential foreign fighters from being recruited and brought to the Middle East, according to The Associated Press. The United States is expecting the U.N. resolution to be approved at this month’s meeting overseen by President Obama. These foreign fighters pose a threat to the United States because they intend to join terrorist groups, which could affect many other countries. The resolution has the power
to enforce authority upon persons or groups that do the recruiting for or aid al-Qaida and the Islamic State of Syria and the Levant (ISIL). “I agree with the U.S’s action to secure our nation as well as other countries from outside threats,” said Samantha Stackpole, a junior forensic science major. According to the Associated Press, the draft Security Council resolution, would also demand the 193 U.N. member states to enforce punishments on nationals committing or aiding terrorist acts. The resolution warns citizens traveling or planning to travel internationally of the punishments if domestic laws are violated. Obama will chair a summit meeting Sept. 24 and
to discuss the threat posed by foreign fighters, which is the main focus of the Security Council’s month-long term of rotating presidency. Currently, the debate continues over the U.S. draft resolution and the final copy will be voted on at another meeting. “I hope that the resolution gets a chance to be active to help the current situation in the Middle East, because the number of terrorist acts and fighters are rising,” said USM alumna Andrea Owens. According to a major terrorism expert who informed the Security Council on the foreign matters, 12,000 foreigners from 74 countries have joined the rebels in Syria to fight, and nearly 70 percent from other Middle
Eastern countries compose of those fighters. “It deeply troubles me that Muslims are fighting each other,” said Tyler Meador, a USM alumnus and founder of the Muslim Student Association. “It also troubles me that the media has covered the fact that most Muslim leaders have spoken out against ISIL.” Meador said this incident has also sparked fear in Americans. “There is only one Islam, but there are many different philosophies regarding Islam,” he said. “The media is not helping matters due to the fact that the media is politically motivated. I personally do not support ISIL.” The Syrian issue initiated the
most significant assemblage of foreign fighters since the Soviet War in Afghanistan in the 1980s in which 20,000 foreigners were involved for over 10 years as reported by professor Peter Neumann, director of the International Center for the Study of Radicalization at King’s College in London, according to the AP. Governments are encouraged by the draft to involve local communities to support the eradication of extremist threats and actions. Governments are encouraged to empower communities to form peaceful alternatives to conflict and to promote neutral substitutions to violent narratives espoused by foreign terrorist fighters, as stated in the draft.
FEATURE
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ON CAMPUS
Agora provides neighborly atmosphere Nan Buti
Printz Reporter What place can one find on The University of Southern Mississippi’s campus that offers Italian chicken paninis and beef taco salads? The Agora in the International Center offers not only exotic and fresh foods, but also includes an inviting atmosphere of comfort and hospitality. It consists of restaurants Tortilla Fresca and Einstein Bros Bagels. Tortilla Fresca brings a Latin taste to students with a prepared array of Mexican cuisine while Einstein Bros Bagels offers deluxe bagels, mochas and sandwiches. The Agora has provided many students a safe-haven to relax, eat, study or just hang out. The restaurant/study area on the first floor of the International Center is where students of different cultures, backgrounds and countries often visit. “It’s nice to see different people of different cultures,” said Lizzy Williams, an Agora supervisor. The Agora is a place like no other on campus because of its staff-student connections. “The students that come in make my day, and if they’re having a bad day, I make their day,” Williams said. The environment is a fun
one that ensures a constantly interesting atmosphere. “We’re like a family that has their ups and downs, but everyone does their part,” said Shanta Speights, an Agora cashier. After three years of experience, Agora server and cashier Sandra Robinson has learned more than just proper food preparation. “My goals here are influencing others and learning what I can learn to take me further on in life as far as managing people and students,” Robinson said. “I love interacting with the customers along with the staff.” The Agora staff has an advantage over most outside restaurants in that it gets the opportunity to interact with college students of various personalities and goals. “I really enjoy working with the kids that come from the International Center. It’s a lot of fun,” Robinson said. When the staff is surrounded by a diverse community, they form connections and relationships with customers. “It’s a home away from home in a sense. We really enjoy dealing with the students that come in and we develop personal relationships. Some of them even call me mom,” Robinson said. The spirited environment
Aaron J. Stewart/Printz The Agora, located in the International Center, is a popular destination for students to grab a bite to eat between classes.
allows for comfortable interaction between the staff and students. “It’s very (lively) here. We mess with the students a lot and they always come in and say ‘Hey, Miss Lizzy’ or ‘Hey, Miss Shanta,’” Williams said. Many say that the Agora deserves more recognition due to its excellent customer service and easy-going atmosphere.
LOCAL Pine Belt hosts Piney Woods Picnic
Abby Smith/Printz Dr. E and Paul Linden from Dr. E and the Mississippi VooDoo Kings played at the Piney Woods Picnic this weekend. The two-day event took place at Pep’s Point Waterpark Sept. 12-13. The Piney Woods Picnic was established to create awareness for preservation of the Bouie/Leaf River, and the American music deeply rooted in the region right through the “birthplace of rock and roll,” according to the event’s website.
“We got an A and a trophy for being the best place to eat on campus,” Williams said. Senior speech pathology major Haley Sims said the Agora is her favorite place and visits daily. “I know the (Fresh) has a greater selection, but I come in here and I know exactly what I want and I get what I want,” Sims said. The staff creates a loving and calm environment where the students can feel as if they are a part of a family. “I know all of them. They’re so sweet from both sides,” Sims said of the staff from Einstein Bros and Tortilla Fresca. The staff at the Agora is mainly women, who tend to take on a nurturing role to the students. “In Seymour’s, there are a lot of younger people working there so the atmosphere and their vibe is different. They’re just trying to do their job and go home,” Sims said. She said the Agora staff not only remembers one’s order, but one’s name. “They always know what I want. They approach me by name,” Sims said. The Agora stands out as a whole, but the individuals who serve students, guests and faculty daily are more of highlight to the campus. Their dedication to the place and to the university is beyond the public’s perception. “Valerie Pierre holds the Agora together, because she preps for both sides, so if she’s out, we wouldn’t know what to do,” Williams said. “She always does what the managers tell
her to do. She’s here bright and early at 6 a.m. to prep.” Working at the Agora for six years, Lizzy Williams has had her ups and downs. “When I’m down and the students see me down, they say that God’s got it and they uplift me,” Williams said. “They always ask me what’s wrong and tell me to hold on and continue. They say don’t give up, because sometimes they might try to give up and I have to tell them to not give up.” Seymour’s might be the most visited or popular place to eat because of Chick-fil-A and Subway, but people who reside on campus, especially those in the Village, come to the Agora. “I’d rather eat at the Agora than Seymour’s, because they have a better environment. They care a little bit more about your needs,” said Udarika Ross, a senior speech pathology major. “I’m here almost everyday. Coming to the Agora, you feel the love and we feel like family. It’s more of a chill atmosphere.” Regular customers are bound to be remembered by the caring staff of the Agora. “I’m horrible with names, but if they walked in here its nothing but love and they show love too,” Robinson said. “I just know a lot of faces.” Whether students are there to pick up something tasty to eat, especially with the daily deals at Einstein Bros Bagels or Tortilla Fresca, or are looking to study in a serene environment, the Agora is open weekdays to ensure customers receive the best treatment.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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MUSIC
Simmons declares ‘rock is finally dead’ Noé Cugny Printz Reporter
Once again, the ex-bassist and leader of KISS, Gene Simmons, is making a lot of noise with his over-the-top controversial comments. In an interview with Esquire, Simmons said, “rock is finally dead.” But Simmons does not stop with this already outrageous declaration. He elaborated by taking it to additional metaphorical dimensions. “The death of rock was not a natural death,” Simmons said. “Rock did not die of old age. It was murdered.” His argument is that times are harder for young rock musicians and no one is willing to pay them today. He blames this tragedy on fans who believe they are “entitled to have something for free,” and find music through illegal filesharing and downloading. Simmons’ comments have triggered a flow of reactions on a variety of media outlets. The Foo Fighters voiced their
disapproval, with the certain authority of being one of today’s most successful rock bands, with a tweet that read: “Not so fast, Mr. God of Thunder.” Twisted Sister front man Dee Snider jumped on the opportunity to release a wordy response via Facebook, debunking Simmons’ claims. “It was greedy, big city record company moguls who made their own velvet noose to hang themselves with,” Snider said. “It was they who took advantage of the consumer (and the artist for that matter) and drove them to use an alternative source of music presented to them.” In his hasty and audacious announcement, Simmons not only appointed himself the authority to decide the status of a whole genre of music, but he also seems to be the victim of two crucial misconceptions about the music and the industry. First, blaming the struggles of the music industry on the downloaders is a misleading statement. A 2013 study led by
the European Commission Joint Research Centre showed despite how illegal downloading affects offline music sales, it does not hurt the industry directly. “It seems that the majority of the music that is consumed illegally by the individuals in our sample would not have been purchased if illegal downloading websites were not available to them,” the study reports. The study found that legal purchases would be approximately 2 percent lower without illegal downloading available, leading to the conclusion that downloads and online streaming tend to encourage sales. We are in the middle of a shift, when the technology is ahead of the industry, and the latter one is working to catch up. Mourning the industry’s alleged devastation by technological advances does not help the industry to change and to adapt to modern times. The most important of Simmons’ misconceptions is a deep confusion between
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the industry and the music itself. Claiming that rock is dead because it does not sell well anymore is confusing the heart of the art form with its financial success. But this confusion does not come as a surprise. Coming from an artist who led a band widely based on sensational live performances, made outstanding sales on byproducts such as figurines and costumes and is mostly praised
for their exceptional looks and stage presence than for their musical innovations. “Is it hard to make it (in) rock ‘n’ roll? You bet. Always was, always will be. Will rockers make as much money as they did ‘back in the day?’ Probably not,” Snider said. “But that won’t stop them, and they’ll be motivated by a much more genuine love of the art, and great rock will continue to be produced, played and embraced by rock fans.”
MOVIES
In-house critic reveals personal favorites Bradley Presson Printz Reporter
As I seem to have become the de facto movie guy at The Student Printz, I was asked by our editors to compile a list of my five favorite films. This is an incredibly daunting task for me because I know how many great movies I have yet to see. Despite that, here is a list of the films that have managed to stick in my brain for longer than any others. Sure, this list will probably change, but as of right now these films are the ones that have impacted me the most. 1. “Moonrise Kingdom” – This movie is without a doubt my favorite from director Wes Anderson. The 1960s setting fits Anderson’s unique visual style perfectly, and the romance between the preteen main characters manages to be the most believable and charming of all of Anderson’s films. Hilarious, charming, heartwarming and touching, “Moonrise” encapsulates everything I’ve come to love about Wes Anderson. 2. “Her” – Spike Jonze’s “Her” is one of the most intimate examinations of the human condition that I have ever encountered across any artistic medium. The relationship between Theodore Twombly
and the operating system named Samantha felt more realistic than any relationship I have ever seen in film. The film is a beautiful exploration of love, loss, loneliness and acceptance that completely floored me on every front. 3. “Black Swan” & “Perfect Blue” – I feel that to separate these two films on this list would have been to a disservice to both. Darren Aronofsky’s “Black Swan” and Satoshi Kon’s animated “Perfect Blue” deal with women struggling to attain perfection and stardom and suffering from serious psychological ramifications as a result. Aronofsky actually owns the film rights to “Perfect Blue” (having used shots from it in previous works to pay homage to Kon). The two are remarkably similar and both are excellent films. 4. “The End of Evangelion” – This film serves as the capstone to director Hideaki Anno’s anime masterpiece “Neon Genesis Evangelion.” The “Evangelion” series was a way for Anno to work through the severe depression he suffered from, and as a result, the series was incredibly dark and psychological. This is the same in “The End of Evangelion” where the film devolves into an abstracted cerebral examination
of protagonist Shinji Ikari’s psyche. Ikari realizes that being hurt is an inevitable part of being human, and he chooses to live on his own terms. 5. “Wayne’s World” 1 & 2 – These are the first movies I ever
bought. No other movies have ever shaped my life in such a way as this one has. My entire relationship with my best friend was forged over our love for these movies. Though not nearly as artistic and well crafted as any
of the other films on this list, these two arguably have the most meaning to me. They are still two of my favorite comedies of all time and movies that will forever hold a special place in my heart. Party on, Wayne.
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ON CAMPUS
Keep it classy, campus smokers Lindsey Kelley Printz Reporter
I have a confession: for the first three years of my college career, I was an active cigarette smoker. There was nothing more gratifying than a Camel Turkish Silver before a shift in the carpentry shop, after a long shift at work or really just anytime I needed to take a few minutes to breathe. While I’ve been clean for five months now, I can still respect a classy, considerate smoker exercising their right as an adult. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), over 17 percent of adults from ages 18 to 24 years consider themselves as current cigarette smokers or people who smoke every day. At Southern Miss, there is an active smoking culture and many people who are occasional smokers (the I-only-smokewhen-I-drink excuse). Most smokers are polite and stick to the predetermined smoking zones. But, there are a few rogues that I would like to address personally, as well as remind all active smokers of the proper etiquette of smoking on campus. First off, be considerate of nonsmokers. This means don’t smoke in the doorways where nonsmokers have to walk through, don’t walk across campus and smoke and don’t light one up in the areas where nonsmokers congregate, like in the courtyard or the walkway by the Power House. If a nonsmoker is sitting with
you while you are smoking, don’t blow in their face. In fact, if anyone is sitting with you while you are smoking, don’t blow in their face. This is pretty much the first commandment of polite smokers everywhere. Dawn Kennedy, a senior history and foreign language double major, expressed her disgust with this faux pas. “I’m a smoker, but when people blow in my face, I’m just like ‘Excuse me?’” Kennedy said. “Don’t be rude.” Kennedy also shared about how she considers nonsmokers even after she is finished with her cigarette. “(When I go to class) I’ll pop a breath mint or spray some perfume. Don’t be offensive (to your fellow students),” she said. Joycelyn McDavid, a senior history licensure major, agrees. “Some people are allergic,” she said. “Remember to be respectful.” While consideration of nonsmokers is important, acting neighborly to your fellow smokers is also necessary. Jess Shaidnagle, a senior theatre major, stresses the idea of what she calls cigarette karma. “If someone needs a cigarette, loan them one,” she said. “One day you’re going to need to bum (a cigarette), and it’ll come back to you.” Also, if you borrow someone’s lighter, give it back as soon as you’re finished. It’s common courtesy. Now that I’ve properly berated the smoking population, I now would like to address the
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Senior Jay Spear stops to enjoy a cigarette after walking through Southern Miss campus. He sits in one of the designated smoking areas outside Joseph Greene Hall.
nonsmoking majority. Smokers are adults and can do as they please. Yes, smokers know that smoking isn’t healthy. You know what else isn’t healthy? An addiction to soda, overusing the word “like” and those late night Taco Bell runs.
“If you walk through the smoking area, don’t look at us like we’re demons,” Kennedy said. “Everybody’s got a vice.” Despite the upcoming nonsmoking policy that USM plans to adopt, the smoking culture at Southern Miss
remains strong. As far as the future goes, some smokers are preparing for the inevitable: a life without that cigarette in between classes or time spent casually smoking with friends. Until then, stay classy, USM.
TECH
Surviving 12 hours without social media Mary Sergeant
Printz Reporter & Photographer As an owner of an iPhone 5c, I constantly have a notification from some form of social media popping up on my screen. Whether it’s a Snapchat from one of my best friends or a notification telling me someone liked my picture on Instagram, I feel like I am always looking down at my phone. Then I thought to myself, “What would I actually be missing if I stayed off social media for a long period of time?” So, I decided to take a 12-hour hiatus from social media. I did not view one story on Snapchat, answer one Facebook message
or retweet anyone for 12 whole hours. Taking a leave from social media was liberating. My phone wasn’t dead by 5 p.m., as it usually is every other day, and I actually listened to what was said in my classes. I wasn’t worrying about whether my clever comment on a picture got 1,000 likes, and I wasn’t checking to see who had viewed my Snapchat story. It was great to not have to care for half a day. When I looked at my phone, after the hours had passed, I noticed I had 22 Facebook notifications, 7 snapchats, 1 TimeHop notification and that’s about it. I barely missed anything. Obviously, social
media does not play as crucial of a role in my life as I had previously believed. All but maybe three of my notifications on Facebook were irrelevant. The Snapchats I received were silly and most of them, from what I could tell, were sent to multiple other people so they weren’t even personal messages to me. According to Kleiner Perkins Caufield and Byers, a venture capital firm, the average person checks their phone 150 times a day. That statistic is frightening to me. I should not spend that much of my time worrying about what is popping up on my iPhone or what is running across my MacBook screen.
There is so much beauty in this world that glancing at your phone 150 times a day is such a waste. I think everyone should take a break, just for a day, from social media. Not only does it make you realize how social media isn’t crucial to your life, but it also opens your eyes to the reality that a lot of our friend groups, clubs and jobs rely too heavily on social media. A few of the notifications I received on Facebook during my hiatus were notifications regarding events and meetings. If I had never looked at Facebook ever again, I might not have known about those. Given, taking that 12-hour
break did not encourage me to stay off social media forever, but I know now that I can live without it for a while and that turning off notifications for Facebook and Twitter can really improve my attention span in the classroom. I guess my mom was right about that all along. I encourage you to think about how much social media you engage in every day. Is it too much? Do you feel as though it is consuming your life? If you answered “yes” to these questions, take the challenge. What you learn could be eye-opening, and I think it’s something that can really change a person’s view on social media and society as a whole.
SPORTS
Page 8 | Monday, September 15, 2014
SOCCER
USM soccer snags victory in double-overtime Wilton Jackson Printz Reporter
After losing to Southeastern Louisiana last weekend 2-1 on the road, the Southern Miss soccer team got back to its winning ways, defeating Arkansas State 1-0 in doubleovertime Sunday afternoon at the USM Soccer Complex. Through two periods and the first overtime, the game was deadlocked at 0-0. In terms of shots, both teams tied for seven total shots during the first period. However, in the second period, Arkansas State edged Southern Miss in shots, hitting nine to the Lady Eagles eight. In overtime, the Red Wolves produced two shots in comparison to Southern Miss’ none. Tayler Carter and Crystal Zeledon each contributed a shot but it
Michael Kavitz/Printz Senior Brooke Hendrix passes the ball around the field during the game against Arkansas State Sept. 14. The game went into double overtime until the Lady Eagles took home the win with a final score of 1-0.
was not enough for Arkansas State to earn a goal for the afternoon. In double-overtime, the
Lady Eagles (3-4) scored the game-winning goal in the 102nd minute of the game. Missy Wentz made a forward
pass to Andrea Rivera. From there, Rivera went one-on-one with Red Wolves goalkeeper to get the game-winning goal for Southern Miss. After the game, Rivers replayed the game-winning goal scenario saying she felt pretty amazing after getting her first goal.
“All that
was going through my head was don’t miss.” -Andrea Rivera “All that was going through my head was ‘don’t miss,’” Rivera said. “Missy was to keep making that run because it was working. I did it and when she passed me the ball all that was going through my mind was doing it in practice and getting it to the far post.” Rivera, a freshman, recorded the first goal of her career while Wentz recorded her first assist for the season. For the game, both teams finished closely in the number of shots taken. Southern Miss recorded 17 shots with eight
on the goal while Arkansas State (2-5) finished with 18, including seven on the goal. Ashley Johnson led the Lady Eagles in shots, recording six followed by Breann Hardin with three. Jenna Duerst, Samhia Simeo and Mykel Ward all recorded three shots for the Red Wolves. Defensively, Southern Miss goalkeeper Shelbi Presnell recorded six saves, earning her first collegiate victory in a complete-game shutout. The Golden Eagles tallied one team save. As for the Red Wolves, Sara Wicks recorded seven saves. “Arkansas State is a good team - top two or three in their league,” said USM head coach Mohammed El-Zare. “It is a great result for us going forward and building some confidence. I am really proud of the team. We worked on some things the last 10 days and they came in today and executed what we had been working on and I am really excited about that.” El-Zare also said the win was a great confidence builder for the defense as well. This week, Southern Miss will travel to face Alabama A&M University Friday in Huntsville, Alabama. Game time is set for 4 p.m.