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THURSDAY FEBRARY 5.1998 � tne I � � eastcaroliman EAST CAROUNA UNIVERSITY GREENVHIE. NORTH CAROUNA SGA vice president's enrollment status questioned McManus saysall a big mix-up AMY L. ROYSTER EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Faced with a swirl of controversy and allegations concerning his eligibility to hold office, the SGA vice president offered answers Wednesday to several officials. Sean McManus, who vehemently denied any wrongdoing on his part, faced questions involving his status as a student, personal international phone calls placed from his office and a receipt turned in for the reimbursement of books. The Dean of Students' office verified McManus had not enrolled at East Carolina University for the spring semester as of February 3. This placed McManus in violation of Article 4, Section 2, of SGA's constitution, which states that requirements, including full-time enrollment, for holding the vice president's position are the same as requirements for the president's position. McManus, who recently returned from an internship in Arizona, denied any knowledge that he was not enrolled. "I had enrolled for this semester at the end of last semester McManus said. "I had some outstanding tickets with Parking and Traffic Services. I'm guessing that was the reason my schedule was dropped According to Parking and Traffic Services' policy, it is " had some outstanding tickets with Parking and Traffic Services. I'm guessing that was the reason my schedule was dropped. Sean McManus SGA via president unlikely that any student with outstanding tickets could enroll for classes. Nancy Roberson said, "When you have four or more citations or a total of $50 or more you're automatically tagged 1 n t-i� McManus had $150 worth of unpaid parking citations from last semester, the last of which was issued on Dec. 14, according to Roberson. Student Attorney General Haden Jennings said, "seeing as how he's been out of town for legitimate reasons and thought he was enrolled he was given until 5 p.m. Wednesday to enroll. "If he's not enrolled by 5 p.m. (Wednesday) then action will immediately be taken for his position to be vacated Jennings said. Jennings added that even if McManus enrolled by 5 p.m he may still have to face a review board to answer questions surrounding his explanation for his delayed enrollment. Jennings may also have to offer an interpretation of the SGA constitution which states- the vice president must be enrolled as a full-time student, but makes no comment on whether they can enroll late in the semester. McManus said that at the beginning of the semester, before he left for Arizona, he attended classes, but declined to offer names of his professors. After a meeting with McManus Wednesday afternoon, Paul Tschetter, associate dean of the Graduate School, agreed to enroll McManus after he removed tags from his record. Among the three tags on McManus' record were the outstanding parking citations. "I will enroll him if he removes his tags Tschetter said. "I've got his form and his adviser has approved him registering Tschetter said he understood that McManus' schedule was canceled for some reason. He added it was not unheard of for a graduate student whose schedule is canceled to enroll late in the semester. Late Wednesday afternoon, McManus said he Student reports sexual assault at local Fraternity house Signa PmEpsilon alleged site of incident Holly Harris SENIOR WHITER An ECU student reported being sexually assaulted at the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity house closely after midnight Saturday. The 21-year-old woman, a member of Alpha Xi Delta sorority, told Grcenviile Police she remembers two men waking her up at around 1:50 a.m. and telling her to put on her pantyhose and leave. At 4:02 a.m. she reported the incident to the Greenville police. Detective John Curry of the Greenville PD, the investigating officer, said there is little A student reported being sexually assaulted at the 5th Street house PHOTO BY JASM FEATHER information about the alleged assault that can be made public at this time. Curry added that more information will be available in the coming week as the investigation progresses. Involved parties have been contacted, and a sexual assault kit (to obtain physical evidence of an assault from the alleged victim) has been taken, but results are not yet known. "I have talked to the people involved, first you have find out if the incident has occurred. It was only on Saturday so I don't know the answers to many questions yet Curry said. Dean of Students Ron Speier said there is little the university can do at this point in order to avoid interfering with the criminal investigation. "The only thing that is happening right now is both organizations have been instructed to inform their national level of the incidentwe are working with the young lady to help her get the help� emotional and physical� that she needs Speier said. "If people arc held accountable for anything, that is a penalty for the organization, " Speier said, stating that there may be fines and other penalties for anyone involved. ; Completion of Joyner courtyard construction expected this summer Phase HI facing later Decemberfimsh CRAIG D. RAMEY SENIOR WRITER ECU officials hope to have all of Joyner Library's artwork and the new courtyard completed by the end of this summer, leaving only the interior work (Phase III) to be finished by December. "We should have the courtyard finished by the end of March said Facilities Director Bruce Flye. "Then the artwork will be the only outdoor work to complete, and we should have that finished by the end of the summer The remaining Phase III of Joyner Library s unfinished construction lies in the west wing's interior and on the four story tower. These tasks include changes in lighting, more group study rooms and the return of journals back to the library from remote storage. "When Phase III is completed, we will have better service for our patrons said Margaret Foote, interim associate director of Library Services. "We will have all of our books in one building Phase Ill's completion will also mean more storage space for books. This A bricklayer outside Joyner Library works on the courtyard, expected to be complete this summer. PHOTO BY JONATHAN GREEN doesn't necessarily mean more books, just more room for them. A legislative board appropriates each year whether that space will be filled with new books or not. The Joyner Library project has been on the drawing table since 1988, taking the renovation a total of 10 years to complete. "This is a project that people should take a long, sensitive look at Flye said. "This shows what the campus wants to get done and can get done. We want to look at the columns in the courtyard as a front gate to the campus Joyner Library's courtyard will be decorated with curved steps that SEE CONSTRUCTION PAGE 2 was awaiting a fax from Australia containing information needed to remove the last of his tags. McManus said he expected the fax to arrive late Wednesday evening and be in the hands of the appropriate people by this morning, consequently, allowing him to enroll. McManus said he turned in a cash register receipt to Student Fund Accounting to be reimbursed for up to $200 worth of books for the semester, a practice allowed for the executive branch of SGA "I turned in a receipt for books because I thought I was enrolled in classes McManus said. Bill Clutter, director of University Unions, Mendenhall Student Center, said earlier this week that until McManus answered questions about his status as a student, he would not get the check. McManus, who also owed approximately $60 in personal international phone and fax charges, said he made the charges because his father had been ill. He said he paid the bill SEE MCMANUS PAGE 2 5positions filled, appropriations postponed, at SGA meeting AMBER TATL'M STAFF WRITER The vice presidency of the Student Government Association is not the only position that has been under scrutiny. At Monday's meeting, five members were found ineligible to continue holding their positions. During the meeting it was announced that the freshman class president had accumulated enough hours to be a sophomore, thus making him ineligible to retain the position. Three other members did not earn the required 2.0 grade point average and one member is no longer classified as a full-time student. Several vacant positions in SGA were recently filled. Filling the freshman class president vacancy is David Bucci; the senior class secretary treasurer post was filled by Mark Thigpen and the senior class vice president is Melissa Hajmahalis; graduate class president is Eric Rivenbark, and day representatives are Dcrik Stone and Cliff Webster. The position of SGA vice president is in question regarding concerns about enrollment (see side story). SGA President Scott.Forbes said any questions surrounding the position of the Vice President would be referred to the Student Attorney General, Haden Jennings. "I'm not sure how it's to be maintained since the constitution is ambiguous Forbes said. "Jennings, will determine (the outcome) Applications for the position of elections chair are also being accepted. This position gets a salary, and a member of the SGA cannot apply unless heshe resigns from the legislature and then applies. Applications are to be turned in by Feb. 13 in Room 255 of Mendenhall Student Center by 5 p.m. The executive branch of the SGA will decide who to appoint. The appropriations committee did not meet Monday. No monies have been appropriated since the last biannual funds were appropriated in Nov. 1997. Sarah Burgess, chairperson of the Homecoming Committed, opened the floor for suggestions for Homecoming 1998. Tne committee will meet once a week starting after spring break. Flooded parking lots inconvenience students The commuter lot on College Hill was evacuated and closed Wednesday after rains caused flooding. Rain is expected through today. PHOTO BY JONATHAN 6REEN Holly Harris SENIOR WRITER Wednesday's wet weather left students students wading across campus to their classes. Cars fared no better when the College Hill lot was closed Monday night because of excessive rain and flooding, also the lower part of the Minges lot flooded. Despite the university footing the bill for towing cars that had to be relocated and some students getting out of class to move their cars, the flood will most likely continue to inconvenience everyone who uses the commuter lots at least through today. On Wednesday students were allowed to park in faculty spaces behind Mendenhall to alleviate some of the overflow vehicles. This may be the case today if the rain continues as the lower three rows of the Minges lot will remained closed until the water subsides. However, Pat Gertz, administrative officer for Parking and Traffic Services, said it's a safer bet to park in some of the other available parking areas. "We have available parking in the freshman lot by the Allied Health Building at Harrington SEE FLOOD PAGE 2 Flood Warning Street Closings: ? 14�h Street from Charles Blvd to Rocksprings Rd. Charles Blvd. at railroad overpass near Ficklen Drive. � Ficklen Drive at Charles Blvd. Evans Street from Clifton St. to HoweU Street (near Arlington Blvd but Arlington is open) ECU Lots Closed: Commuter lot on CoUege Hill Drive Lower Minges parking lot Transit Update: ECU Transit shuttles and other routes are operating, however, delays should be expected. Buses which normally stop in front of Christenbury will stop at E. Tenth Street. HURSDAY Opinion Struggling for freedom Lifestyle ECU celebrates Black History Month III Sports Senior swimmers' careers remembered - www.tec.ecu.edu 'Do you support the President?" results announced next week the east Carolinian student publication bldg, greenville, nc 27858 across from Joyner library phone- 328-6366 newsroom 328-2000 advertising 328-6558 fax m,j i� , � �"�! m i ' ' i"i "ST g' 2 Tuesday. Febrary 3. 1998 11PWS The East Carolinian JPfiWff briefs Police help take breath out of crime across the state No injuries reported from school bus wreck CLEVELAND, N.C. (AP) � A school bus ran off a road, struck a ditch and rolled on its side this morning, sending more than a dozen elementary school students to Rowan Regional Medical Center for treatment. None of the 16 students from Cleveland Elementary School and taken to Rowan Regional Monday morning was injured seriously, authorities said. Female boot camp to open in May HOFFMAN, N.C. (AP)�North Carolina judges soon will have a new option when sentencing young female offenders. The state's first female boot camp is scheduled to open Mav 11. It will be part of the IMPACT program, a military-style program for probationers between the ages of 16 and 30. The state already has two boot camps for men. There will be few differences between the male and female boot camps, said John Taylor, IMPACT commander. across the nation 7-year-old twins fall through ice, drown HURON, N.Y. (AP) � Seven- year-old twins drowned Monday afternoon after falling through the ice where they were playing, state police said. Trevor and Kyle Gasper of Alton were playing in Sodus Bay with a 6-year-old friend and his dog when the ice gave way beneath them just before 5 p.m state police said. The twins plunged into about eight feet of water, about 75 yards from shore. An ice fisherman nearby heard the boys' screams and ran to the area where the boys had been playing, but the twins had disappeared under the ice. 15-year-old charged with robbing 6 banks ATLANTA (AP)�A 15-year- old College Park 10th grader was arrested during his third robbery of the day Monday and charged with robbing six banks in the past two months, police said. Authorities would not release the lOth-grader's name because of his age, but said he was living with his brother since moving from New York in November. McManus continued from page 1 Wednesday morning to Student Fund Accounting. "It's not unusual we find calls from time to time on an emergency basis Clutter said. "He (McManus) was told not to (make personal calls) and I think there were a couple (calls) after that McManus felt confident that Jennings would extend Wednesday's 5 p.m. deadline due to the extenuating circumstances surrounding the fax. "If he is registered today, then I personally have no problem with him remaining vice president, but that's a decision for the attorney general SGA President Scott Forbes said. Russia backs U.S. on land mines, nuclear weapons accord GENEVA (AP)�Russia backed U.S. demands Tuesday that the world's main disarmament conference should negotiate a truly global ban on land mines but made it clear it didn't expect quick results. It was the first time that Russia had spoken clearly in favor of the 61-nation Conference on Disarmament in Geneva working on a prohibition treaty that would include countries that refused to sign up to the land mine ban in Ottawa last December. Sperm whales strand selves on beach HOBART, Australia (AP) � A barge was being brought to a western Tasmanian beach Wednesday to try to tow back to sea the survivors from a pod of 65 giant sperm whales that stranded themselves and are rapidly dying. But Tasmanian Parks and Wildlife Service director Max Kitchell said the move was a long shot and he feared all would be lost. In the last 15 minutes I've just watched two of the three whales we were hoping to tow die, he said from Ocean Beach, near Strahan. Construction continued from page 1 will wrap around it. Planter walls will run along the sides of the buildings to create an area for people to relax. A water sculpture will have pulsating water jets that move constantly; however, when people walk below the columns, motion detectors will activate, causing the sculpture to come alive as more people enter the area. Only one half of one percent of the library's $3.1 million budget is allowed to be put toward artwork. This type of program has been criticized by North Carolina legislators in the past. "Several years ago the Department of Revenue had a sand sculpture outside their building Flye said. "It had chirping birds and a tobacco auctioneer when people walked below it. People wondered if they had gotten what they paid for ECU officials tried to make sure they didn't make the same mistake. The state of North Carolina in conjunction with the university had a competition for the design of Joyner Library's artwork. Some of the courtyard's artwork will be a musical influence from ECU's School of Music, while the actual sculptures will be created by Christopher Janney. Janney is a sculptor from New York who recently received a lot of press for a display of his at an airport in Miami. Joynet Library's courtyard won a designer award in the Triad section of North Carolina's American Institute of Architects before the first stone was laid down. "We are moving to a bigger and better level said Director of Friends of Joyner Library Steve Smiley. "We are a Doctorate II institution and our facilities should back that up After Joyner Library's completion in December, ECU plans to have a large celebration noting the end of the 10 year project. Governors Highway Safety Program awards fwe Alco- Sensors holly Harris SENIOR WRITER Officers at the ECU Police Department have a new weapon in the battle to end drunk driving around campus. The Governor's Highway Safety Program (GHSP) has awarded a grant providing the university police with five new Alco-Sensors, portable preliminary breath testing devices that allow officers to measure if the blood alcohol content (BAC) is high enough to warrant arrest. "They're a good tool for officers on the street to tell if the person they've stopped is trulv impaired said Captain Johnnie Umphlet oftheECUPD. The GHSP awarded the devices to other police departments on both local and University levels around the state. "We want to give law enforcement officers another tool they can use we hope they will use them to really get serious about drunk driving said Frank Smith of the GHSP A person suspected of driving drunk blows into the hand held device, and if the reading is above .08 BAC for a person 21 or over (the official North Carolina Limit), or registers at all for an underage drinker, that person is subject to arrest. Because the machine is only a preliminary indicator, it is not admissible in court, so the suspect is then taken to the magistrates office to obtain an official breath analysis reading. The machine works by sucking in the breath the suspect blows when the officer depresses a button. In five to 10 seconds a reading appears. The ECU police department only has jurisdiction to stop suspected drunk drivers on the campus, properties owned by ECU or roadways adjacent to land controlled by ECU. This means an officer can pull a suspect on the portion of tenth street that runs along ECU property, but has no official powers beyond those areas; for instance the sections of road just past the Music complex. If an officer observes someone driving while impaired in those areas he or she has to call the Greenville police, but Umphlet says ECU officers will be on the lookout. With the new addition to their own two Alco-Sensors, ECU officers will be patrolling with seven of these devices. If one of them stops you and you are proven to be driving impaired you can lose your license on the spot as well as face court fines, increased insurance premiums and jail time. Repeat offenders might even lose their cars. Officers as well as officials at the GHSP want anyone who drinks and gets behind the wheel of a car to know there will be consequences. Even someone who has not yet reached the limit of .08 BAC, but whom the officer deems has a rising blood alcohol content can be arrested. "If a reading on an Alco-Sensor shows a .07 BAC or lower the officer determines through other means such as observation and the persons statement of alcohol consumed then the person may be subject to arrest based upon additional sobriety tests Umphlet said. What that means, is that if you register below the legal limit, but appear to be inebriated, or if you have drunk enough alcohol that your system has not fully responded yet, (but is most likely going to) an officer can arrest you. All in all the ECU police department and the GHSP are trying to make it very difficult to drive drunk and not get caught. Umphlet says it's all a matter of safety. "Our main objective is to make sure we provide good police coverage to the campus of ECU Umphlet said. State house campaign gets underway Fwe candidates running for two districts holly Harris SENIOR WRITER Those running for a seat in the North Carolina State House began filing for May's primary and the final election on Nov. 3. Five candidates are running for the two district seas in this area, hoping they will be the one chosen to change the way eastern Carolina is represented in state affairs. Democratic candidates Jeff Savage and Edith Warren are vying for the eighth district position. Incumbent Linwood Mercer has elected not to pursue reelection to run instead for the first district U.S. congressional seat against Eva Clayton, who now holds the office. Warren, a former teacher, principal, current small business owner and county commissioner says she thinks her years of managerial experience and county Flood continued from page! Field, and most of the time there is some parking on the south side of Belk Hall and on College Hill Gertz said. Gertz also suggests looking for a spot in the small lot on East Ninth Street and on Reade Street. Commuter Busses will be sent regularly to the larger lots. For now the commuter busses have been rerouted to Greenville Boulevard and Elm Street and back to campus by Tenth Street to avoid flooded roadways. Until the weather allows for accessible lots, students who need to use the commuter lots should check university news sources as well as local television stations for updates concerning the parking situation. "Students can listen to AM 530, and that will have broadcast over that station what is closed said Leslie Craigle of Marketing Administration. "I am also putting announcements on the announce list, and that is a folder on the Exchange where information is released; they can also call the cancellation hot line at 328-0062 or by listening to WZMB said Craigle. leadership make her a good choice for the seat. "There are going to be several things I am working toward respectable use of tax dollars, continuing to develop the economic opportunities for good jobs for the people in our area, and the development of a better infrastructure Warren said. Warren also promises to be a proponent of education and the environment. "If we don't keep our environment in good condition it will not be there for the future Warren said. Jeff Savage, Warren's opponent for the eighth district position, is also a county commissioner and says he promises to address issues that others may shy away from. "I have demonstrated that I am a voice of the people, and one that is not quick to adhere to the status quo � I'm not afraid to challenge the issues and I'm willing to adapt to a changing environment Savage said. Savage maintains that his platform will rest on the environment, education and financial issues that affect the voters in his district. "I think we need to move into the 21st century, development of health issues, sewer projects and economic development many of the issues that used to be dealt with at the federal level are now being passed down to the state, the most important being welfare reform � one size doesn't fit all, we will have to tailor our actions to the eastern district Savage said. Candidates for the ninth district have three choices for their house representative, including the Republican incumbent Henry Aldridge who could not be reached for comment. Aldridge is a controversial figure for his comments on race and rape. Democrats Emmett Floyd, SEE STATE HOUSE ON PAGE 3 SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS WEEK tye a REAL week about a REAL issue SEXUAL ASSAULT AT ECU FEBUARY9-12, 1998 Responses Day Monday, February 9 10:00am-2:00pm Sexual Assault Information Table - Wright Plaza 7:00pm Movie "REASON TO BELIEVE Great Room 1 Mendenhall Student Center Education Day Tuesday, February 10 10:00am-2:00pm Sexual Assault Information Table - Wright Plaza 7:00pm Survivor'sFriend's of Survivor's Candlelight Vigil, Student HealthResource Room, Behind Health Services Building, (for further info, call 328-4223) 8:00pm Self-defense Program, Room 244, Mendenhall Student Center srfcohol, Other Drugs and Sexual Assault Day Wednesday, February 11 10:00am-2:00pm Sexual Assault Information Table - Wright Plaza 7:00pm Alcohol and other drugs in the Dating scene, Room 244 Mendenhall Student Center Sponsored by the Center for Counseling and Student Development et's Participate Day Thursday, February 12 10:00am-2:00pm Sexual Assault Information Table - Wright Plaza 6:00pm "Take Back the Night" March, meet at the Campus Cupola on the mall 8:00pm "No-Yes Keynote Presentation by Ms. Katie Koestner, nationally seen on TIME Magazine who went public with her story of date-rape in 1990. Location: Francis Speight Auditorium in Jenkins Art Building DON'T MISS ANOTHER PROGRAM BEING HELD ON WED. FEBRUARY 18, IN HENDR1X THE- ATER, MENDENHALL STUDENT CENTER AT 7:00PM "Ask the SEXperts" Far rsire Btforflration: Call Stated flflvefopaai at 328-4223 Spartsofsi by: Bmsjqr of Student Lite. Oean at Slatterns Office. Canter fa Caarselifi! and Stater! Bevelaprneat, Health PreaifltiflB ami We8-8eiB�, Orieatation aarJ the fast Year toperieaee. PaiAelenk Codes Student BevelepmenL BFiL Crisis Center and Student Hearth Services Someone misses you 1-800-COLLECT � � 3 Tuesday. Febrary 3. 1998 news The East Carolinian CRYSTAL CONNECTION UNIQUE GIFTS FOR UNIQUE PEOPLE CRYSTAL CONNECTION 422 Arlington Blvd. Behind tho Animal House 355-8250 Body Jewelry Beads S Beading Supplies Hemp Jewelry A Dog collars Hemp Products Candle Making Supplies Unique Sterling Jewelry Grateful Dead puzzles New Stuff Arriving Daily Alternative card & Journals Stickers S Patches Now Incense A Burners Indian tapestries A Perfume oils Blacklight Fixtures & Posters Wind Chimes � Door Beads Locally handmade clothing STEP RIGHT UP! FITNESS APPAREL A LARGE SELECTION TO CHOOSE FROM! BARRE756670 I LTD. State House continued from page 2 associate professor of education for ECU, and Robert Wheeler Jr, who also could not be reached for comment, are campaigning for the seat. "I want to represent the views of the people in the ninth district to improve job opportunities, to improve education at all levels and to make our neighborhood, streets and roads safer Floyd said. Floyd says that his experiences as an educator reinforces his belief that education is an essential issue. "I spent 30 years in education, so I think I understand that education is the key Floyd said. For now, candidates will be out in their districts campaigning for the May 5 primary that will decide the Democratic and Republican candidates who will continue the race until the election next fall. Until then, candidates say they are hoping voters will take into account each candidate's qualifications and ideas while deciding who to mark on the ballot. School of Music co-sponsors AIDS benefit with PICASO Businesses offer support hoping to raise $200,000 AMBER TATUM STAFF WRITER It is time to listen and hear the "Sounds of Support The School of Music is co- sponsoring an AIDS benefit concert with the Pitt County AIDS Service Organization (PICASO) which is called the Sounds of Support. "We (PICASO) hope to raise $20,000 this year said Barry Elmore, outreach coordinator for PICASO. A number of businesses have offered their financial support as sponsors for this cause. "There are a number of sponsors from local businesses Elmore said. Some of these businesses include Abbott Laboratories, St. Thomas's Episcopal Church, Familv Health Medicine, Garv Michaels, D.D.S ! Racks-O-Welcome, C.A Lewis Inc East Carolina Foot and Ankle Specialists and Tar River Estates. The event is scheduled to take place Feb. 8 at 3 p.m. in Hendrix Theater and will be followed by a free reception with refreshments at the "Music House" on W Fifth Street. Directions to the reception will be available at the benefit. Three solo vocal performers will be featured. They are Sharon Munden of the ECU music faculty and voice graduate students Jane Kline and James Hampton. Also, 'We (PICASO) hope to raise $20,000 this year. Barry Elmore. outreach coordinator for PICASO the ECU Gospel Choir and the ECU Panama Steel Band will be performing. Sounds of Support tickets are available at the ECU Central Ticket Office. The phone number is 328-4788 or 1-800- ECU-ARTS. Advance tickets are priced at $10 for the public, $8 for students and senior citizens and $5 for children ages 12 and under. All tickets at the door will be sold for $10. The funds that will be raised at this benefit will be used to help AIDS patients keep up with household bills, pay for food that goes with their specialized diet and with emergency expenses. Further information about the concert is available from the PIQVSO office at 830-1660, or from John O'Brien at the ECU School of Music at 328-4137. The Fastest Way to send money worldwide WESTERNS (MONEY UNIONj (TRANSFER Corner of 5th and Reade Streets in Downtown Greenville STOP SHOP STOP SHOP features one of Greenville's widest variety & largest supplies of ice-cold kegs and TOP SHOP also has all the setups: Ice, cups & munchies, too! HARLEY-DAVIDSON, � J & E Harley Davidson 1 008 DlCKENSON AVE. 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Fibrary 3. 1998 news The East Carolinian History prof Long publishes artcile in leading journal Piece is excerpt from Pulitzer Prize nominated book NINA M. DRY STAF? WRITER Dr. David E. Long, ECU history professor of three years and Abraham Lincoln expert, wrote an article featured in this fall's leading journal, The Lincoln Herald. Dr. Long's article entitled "I S�y Mfc Can Control That Election: Confederate Policy Toward the 1864 Presidential Elections speaks of Lincoln's trials and tribulations during his reelection in 1864 while the Civil Vfa was taking place. "It focuses on the fact that even though the southern states weren't going to be in the election, they would do everything they could to influence its outcome and defeat Lincoln Long said. "During the Civil Vfu, Lincoln a towering figure, Long said. "He was to the rest of the country what Robert E. Lee was to the south Long's piece is actually an excerpt from his Pulitzer prize nominated book Jewel of Liberty: Abraham's Reelection and the End of Slavery. The article was revised for The Lincoln Herald, a leading journal that reports on the life and events of our 16th president and is published by Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, Tennessee. The Lincoln Herald is quite familiar with the ECU professor's work. "I've known the The Lincoln Herald for years Long said. "I've published articles with them five times before this In addition to the article, Long recently spoke at the second annual symposium of the Lincoln Forum that was held in Gettysburg, Pa. Long, who is one of the founding members of the Lincoln Forum, talked about the Emancipation Proclamation and what it meant in relation to the Civil War. The events were televised Jan. 2 on C-SPAN. In the months to come, Long will be involved in new projects. His- endeavors will include the following: On Feb. 12, Long will address the annual meeting of the Lincoln's Group of New York and the New York Civil War Round table on the topic of Lincoln's nomination in 1860 and the inevitability of the Civil War. "This is an important date for Lincoln people because it's Lincoln's birthday Long said. "All over the country groups meet on February 12 and have their annual meeting to celebrate Lincoln's life Prior to his New York meeting, Long will give the same speech at ECU on Feb. 10 at 4 p.m. in Brewster B 202. On March 28, Long will speak at the Library of Congress as a part of the symposium of the Lincoln Institute of the Mid-Atlantic; on Aug. 3, Long will be in attendance at the Fifth Annual Symposium at Ford's Theatre National Historic Site discussing the assassination of Lincoln and whether or not the Confederate states were involved. Finally, this summer Long will release his second book, Lincoln and Liberty, which discusses Lincoln's first election in 1860. The date of the book's release is pending. Lowe temporarily fills vacant School of Education dean post during candidate search New dean remains dean of School of Social Work Nicole Murchison STAFF WRITER The beginning of February marks the time when the School of Education will temporarily fill its vacant deanship with Gary Lowe, dean of social work. "I'm just starting Lowe said. "I'm playing it dav by day Along with his new duties as interim education dean, Lowe will remain Dean of the School of Social Work. Lowe is not yet sure of how difficult handling both positions will be since he has just started. Lowe will be replacing former interim dean Emmett Floyd. Floyd served as interim Dean for the School of Education until announcing his retirement from university administrative positions so he will be free to run for a seat in the House Of Representatives. The seat has been vacant since 19 when former School Of Education Dean Charles Coble joined the University of North Carolina General Administration. Coble was recently promoted to fill a new UNC vice presidency for university-school programs. Henry Peel also held the interim position but is now associate chancellor for academic affairs at ECU. "The fact that Gary Lowe holds a Ph.D in Gary Lowe, interim dean of the School of Education, is juggling two jobs. PHOTO BY AOAM DALPORTO education, specifically in the social foundations of education helped to make him an ideal choice said Richard Ringeisen, vice president of academic affairs. "Further, Dr. Lowe has had many contacts with deans and faculty of the school over the years. I have every confidence that he will serve the School Education, the School of Social Work A search is now in progress to find a full-time dean. Lowe said his goal is to try to be responsive to the needs of the School of Education. Acuity member Snow honored at reception for textbook Elizabeth rack STAFF WRITER Dr. Charles Snow, a faculty member of the department of child development and family relations was honored at a reception on campus for the publication of a revised textbook he authored. Snow signed copies of his textbook Infant Development, published by Prentice-Hall, in the Van Landingham Room of the Rivers Building. The reception was given by the School of Human Environmental Sciences and by student chapters of the Association for the Care of Children's Health(ACCH), for which Dr. Snow is the adviser, and the Association for the Education of Young Children(AEYC). Snow, a specialist in child development and design of day care for young children, has been at ECU since 1976. "I was a little embarrassed Snow said. "I don't do well in the limelight. But it was very special because it was sponsored by students and a number of faculty and students came. It was terrific to be honored that way "Dr. Snow is a very sweet, kind person, and highly regarded by his peers said Nan Lee, director of the Child Development Lab and faculty adviser for the AEYC. "The AEYC jumped at the opportunity to honor himl. The reception was well-attended by students, faculty and people from the community. We were very pleased According to Snow, mainly students got books signed at the reception, but some people bought them to get autographed as a gift to family members with babies. The original publication of Infant Development came out in 1989, but the field has grown and a great deal of new research has come out since then. He spent three years on the first book, and the company gave him a year on the second edition. He said it was painful to write it the first time, but, "it's like hitting your hand with a hammer. You forget the pain until you do it again. I'm still in recovery Snow teaches one of two sections of a course on infant development. The textbook is used in a number of universities across the country. "Recognition from colleagues is one of the most satisfying things Snow said. Dr. Snow is a very sweet, kind person, and highly regarded by his peers. The AEYC jumped at the opportunity to honor him. Nan Lee Child Development Lab director, faculty adviser for the Association for the Education of Young Children New Management New Format 70's & 80's Dance upstairs New Game See if you can "Break the House" at Wednesday's $1.00 Bar Buffet Everything is $1! New Hours Tues-Fri 3pm-2am Sat 7pm-2am Greenville's only Licensed NFL Sports Bar 207 E 5th. St. Downtown Greenville 752-7400 BECOME A STATISTIC. � e 1HUMS��� ?�����"��� I 2X���������"�� AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY Statistics show that students who live on campus are more satisfied with their living arrangements overall than students who live off campus. In fact, students who move off campus often regret the decision to live in an apartment. 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February S, 1998 opi n i on The East Carolinian eastfcarolinian AMY L.ROVS1RR Ete HEATHF.R BURGESS MmagMiEditn Tracy m. lm'Sach SpnsEdim STEVE LOSKV Aim. SgomEtiw Carole Mehi.f. HudCopyek� John mcrphi Stiffii AMANDA AUSTIN Dew Eftw jAC.gi'EUNE D. KELLl'M AsttltawHrot ANDY TURNER Wmi Hat JOHN Davis fc�mm Utnqia Edm MATT HEGE AdunwoDinaw Sanng Hit ECU tmmmm n SB. da Ea bfotaw Kkn ��8 a�i����ta�ind1lwdwll�lMimi�tidiid���d� wma � m Hurt M. lf� (m Cmtawi �kam km � ta ��. I Md � HO ��. �(�� ta�hidl�d��in�a��ii�f�iE� trtw ww to linn � m m mm turn l� pttrmx u mmn mm bt jmmi. ton dlliiddaada:0�ia.1lita l ECU 6�li. 385H3M. Fa rfliim. em 88.33.6366 ouwiew Somebody else has accused the President of libidinous sexual misconduct, and as usual, her face is plastered on ever periodical in the nation. The 1 test issue of Entertainment Weekly included the headline "Clinton Sex Scandal" on its font cover. Entertainment Weekly? since when did the political repercussions of the president's alleged misbehavior constitute entertainment? Weil, for a while now, if you think about it. Jokes about Bill's John Thomas and what he does with it abound on television. Everybody from Jay Leno to VH1 has taken the opportunity to take another jab at whar is already the dead horse of the Lewinsky accusations. The American people eat this stuff up; no one can know for sure, but most polls indicate that the president's approval ratings are the highest they've been, ever in the history of his administration. So perhaps this sort of thing is entertainment. If it is, then are respectable newspapers and magazines acting with journalistic integrity when they focus entire issues on this thing? Regardless of how many papers it sells, does the biography of Lewinsky really constitute news? Is the national media trying to move in on Jerry Springer's market? Has the old watchdog of society gotten fat and lazy? What would happen if, the next time some Little Miss Opportunity raised her voice against our nation's chief executive, all the respectable publications just said no to smut? Well, for one, Chelsea might be happier. Let's think about Chelsea for a minute. Here's a college freshman, hoping to succeed in life, make friends, find a date to the sorority function, spend a night on the town or just have cup of coffee at her favorite coffee spot. Imagine, if you will, the First College Student sipping on a latte, counting the number of people in the shop turning to the big feature on the sex scandal in the "news" section of USA Today. How Ottid you feel if you woke to the morning news doing an exclusive on how your dad slept ith his intern? What would it feel like to have every editorial columnist in the country using of the imminent divorce of your parents or the closet homosexuality of your mother? edom of the press is supposed to be a right granted to the people to protect them from primate evils of society and the government. It was not meant to pander to the lowbrow lust for a "juicy bit The groundlings may have, collectively, a lot of cash t� be spent on bloids, but is it really worth a betrayal of the public trust for those dollars? If we in the respectable" news media abuse our freedom, then we run the risk of jeopardizing our essed position as protectors of the truth. OPINION Microsoft: monopolistic devil With all this trouble with Microsoft ECU still makes a deal with the proverbial deviltrust Microsoft about as much as you would trust President Clinton with your 21-year old intern daughter. Three people are on board a stalled win; a mechanic, a chemist and a Microsoft technician. The three get into an argument about why the train is not moving The mechanic insists the train's problem is related 10 a malfunction in the engine and tuggest looking at the engine to fix the train. The chemist argues for looking at the fuel mixture to get the train moving. The Microsoft technician insists upon closing all windows, exiting the train, getting t�ck on the train and trying to start it again. 1 can count on one hand the number of times a Macintosh computer has locked up on me. Only with scientific notation can I figure out how many times my IBM, run by Windozc and DOS has locked up, shut down and refused to do a damned thing Most experts believe 90 percent of the world's home computers are run by a Microsoft program, whether it be Windozc or DOS. Microsoft also controls about the same percentage of programs for word processing, spreadsheets and everything in the Microsoft package that comes with most computers. Can we say monopolv? I knew you could. If AT&T had 90 percent of the long distance and local telephone service, they would have been broken up, again. Unless they were a cable company. An interesting note about the Microsoft packages that come with computers: Most advertisements list these programs in such a manner as to suggest they are free. Not so, Microsoft actually charges a licensing fee to the computer manufacturers. You do pay for the programs that come with your computer. The Department of Justice is looking into Microsoft to see if they are following monopolistic tendencies. Good call. Janet Reno could not find the haystack, much less the needle. What constitutes monopolistic in the Department of Justice? What would happen if Waimart were to drop prices on prescription drugs in an effort to run small-time pharmacies out of business? Well, last time it happened they were sued by the small ma and pa organizations; Waimart lost. Now what if Waimart were giving away having a prescription filled, much in the same way Microsoft is giving away the Internet ExplorcrTHory Monopolies, Batman. Few companies are left to challenge the Goliath. Apple has taken more beatings than Peter McNcely. Netscape is surviving about as well as can be expected. Sun Microsystems is the one last hope for those of us who realize that Microsoft programming is substandard. Today programmers have to write language for both types of operating systems, IBM and Mac. Tomorrow may change all that. Sun Microsystems released a programming language for personal computers. The language, Java, works on both Mac's and IBM's systems, as Sun says, "Write Once Run Anywhere With Java, Microsoft could face serious competition. With possible real competition, Bill Gates docs what any good computer geek does. Bill adds features to the Java programing so that it will only work on Microsoft operating systems. If programmers use these features, Mac lovers are given the shaft again. With all this trouble with Microsoft ECU still makes a deal with the proverbial devil. Computing and Information Systems (CIS) could have asked me about the Microsoft Exchange program. I would have told them the truth; trust Microsoft about as much as you would trust President Clinton with your 21-ycar old intern daughter. The speech of the people is capable of expressing whatever the people are. Sterling Brown, historian, 1929 OPINION Keith COOPER Struggling for African-Americans need more than a black history month in February, the shortest and coldest month of the year. While we must never forget the dehumanizing effects of slavery, it is important that we make Dr. King's dream a reality. Many college students arc ignorant of persistent struggles by persevering blacks to overcome and circumvent racial injustices. Valiantly, blacks challenged an old despicable, cruel system notoriously named slavery. Slavery, an abominable, harsh system of human bondage and oppression, was an institution which lasted nearly 300 years in America. Slaves toiled from sunrise to sunset for masters (mostly Southern) who depended on slave labor to promote their economic interests. By the way, most slaves were employed in cotton fields. Nevertheless, slaves were considered property and hence, less than human beings. Amid such horrors, many slaves used resistance to challenge servitude and the intertwined atrocities. Rebellion or revolt was one form of resistance. People who master- minded rebellions often met death through execution. Flight was popular among slaves. Fugitives were often caught and tortured by their masters. Gabriel Prosscr led the first slave revolt in the South in 1800. This insurrection, occurring near Richmond, Virginia, consisted of 1,000 slaves armed with bayonets, scythes, pikes, and guns. The slaves, who met about six miles outside of Richmond, had planned to capture the city and occupy it until the stated legislature guaranteed that slavery would be outlawed. To the insurrectionists' surprise, the escape plot was betrayed to authorities by another slave. Thus, James Monroe, then Virginia's governor, dispatched the militia to meet the slaves. Without battle, Prosscr and his team were arrested and executed. The least-known but largest slave revolt in American history occurred in St. John-the-Baptist Parish, Louisiana, just outside New Orleans in 1811. The revolt involved about 500 slaves who had been brought to Louisiana by their French colonial masters who were refugees themselves from the Haitian slave revolt. These slaves, after arriving in North America, escaped, armed themselves, and marched on New Orleans with drums beating and flags flying. Nevertheless, the local militia triumphed. In 182 in Charleston, SC, Denmark Vcscy, a slave who had purchased his own freedom, organized a plot to seize the city, kidnap government officials, and ransom the city in exchange for an end to slavery. After a slave disclosed the plot to whites on the eve of the revolt, South Carolina authorities apprehended 131 slaves and hanged 37, including Vcscy. In 1831 in Southampton, Virginia, the best known slave revolt in US history occurred. Nat Turner, who revolted with other slaves and killed his master and the master's family, led the revolt. From plantation to plantation, slaves murdered their owners and liberated each other. Turner's uprising caused the deaths of nearly 60 whites. Eventually, federal and state troopers crushed the rebellion and executed Turner. Flight was a last resort when all else failed. Each year, between 200 and 300 slaves escaped. In all, over 60,000 slaves escaped to free territory. They journeyed north via one of two routes - through c Maryland into Delaware an Pennsylvania or through western Maryland and across the Mason- Dixon Line- the border between Pennsylvania, a free state, and Maryland, a slaveholding state- into central Pennsylvania. Additionally, the majority of slaves ended their flight in Canada where England, Canada's mother country at the time, outlawed slavery around 1838. Harriett Tubman was influential in helping droves of slaves escape to the North. Often referred to as "Moses Tubman, who escaped from slavery in 1849, never lost a slave. In fact, she had led more of her brethren out of "Egypt" than any other persorfc in American history. Slavery has divided the country for so long. This institution, where blacks were regarded as property and hires as masters, was the fundamental issue which led to the War of Secession. Slave rebellions were conducted by a people who wanted to break the shackles of oppression and subjugation, revolts were not effective, mil offered hope for slaves, hungry for freedom. President Clinton is considering apologizing to African- Americans for slavery and contemplating the possibilities of future reparations. African- Americans need more than a black history month in February, the shortest and coldest month of the year. While we must never forget the dehumanizing effects of slavery, it is important that we make Dr. King's dream a reality. OPINION Marvel re SULLIVAN Columnist Use surplus to improve education The budget surplus should be utilized to upgrade the human capital of America � through educationAn educated public will breed less crime, less welfare recipients, thus a decrease in the cost of law enforcement and social programs. For all who haven't heard the exciting economic news: very soon, we finally have a national budget surplus! Consequently, though not surprisingly, there is also a plethora of very strong opinions on what this surplus should be used for. The main ideas are cutting taxes and salvaging the crumbling social security system. Both proposals have merit to some degree, but I believe we should do something different. The budget surplus should be utilized to upgrade the human capital of America � through education. Why shouldn't we cut taxes? Normally I am all for tax cuts because a tax cut for the rich most definitely equates to more prosperity for the poor in the form of jobs, products, etc but the amount that would be cut in this case would not stimulate the economy significantly enough to justify the reduction. Why shouldn't wc allot the surplus toward the decaying social security system? Basically, our poor pittance of a surplus isn't going to rectify an atrocity like the present situation with social security. The reforms need to be structural � not a monetary payback. That would be like pouring oil in my car every once in awhile, but never getting an oil and filter change (which I do actually). Paying off social security; like indiscriminately pouring oil in my car are both only temporary solutions which will both inevitably blow up in our faces. So, why should wc put the surplus toward education? America's problems are tied to illiteracy and lack of job skills. In our post-industrial technological society, the lack of skilled workers is a limiting factor for economic growth. This limiting factor stifles other facets of our society like quality of life, etc Once the lower and middle class people are sufficiently trained, there will be vast domino effects that will benefit our society as a whole. An educated public will breed less crime, less welfare recipients, thus a decrease in the cost of law enforcement and social programs. In the long run, once our governmental costs arc reduced, wc can have a tax cut that actually means something. This reform in education can't be a shotgun approach or giveaway scheme as past attempts have been. For once, it needs to be well structured and multi-faceted. The reform needs to include increases in teachers' salaries, extensive and accessible training programs and perhaps tax incentives (not welfare incentives) for individuals and corporations that participate in such programs. I don't have all the solutions: I'm definitely not an economist or politician. A rejuvenation of education will have immeasurable benefits, but the benefits will not materialize right off the bat. It's hard for politicians to formulate a financial plan that doesn't have immediate positive results (This is why Bush wasn't reelected). America needs to learn to see past the ends of their noses and vote for politicians who can do the same. When America is educated properly, this country will be much more tolerable for all of us. I mpmM � f � i mf vy �aaaaasRHMHaMIMI I I -�� 7 Thuraday, February 5, 1898 The East Carolinian I "A human Ihing" ECU celebrates Black History Month miccah Smith SENIOR WRITER Black pioneers: Floyd Patterson, Martin Luther King and Aretha Franklin. ABOVE PHOTO COURTESY Of FLOYD PATTERSON PHOTO 6AIURY. TOP RIGHT PHOTO COURTESY OF LIFE MAGAZINE AMO BOTTOM RIGHT COURTESY OF WALL OF SOUND mate diversity Ivypatti spsffef mmm j Blade ttimtyi Momk j "hsspisfiS for Div8'jifi(�pp'fri IHtve San the . Jif6tW.at ietaw j ip Sessicn at 1'idana S. 0& 4$m$ms&foe's"A Trifeesw te jMf stows" m j ft J, ftatsher tocitaf Hai, 8 p.m. �Urn Hmts of ipwahoafor 'tis t�ien� S. Vlrtigiit Cuteral Cetrtw, located in Btoxtsrt House on tsntral Campus, ire Mart-lfi, fc s.aU& 3 p.m. 328-18� Enthusiasm about the achievements of African-Americans and the demand for recognition has been steadily increasing during the past decade, with the result that what was once Negro History Week (first observed in the 1920s) has been expanded to Black History Month. No matter how you choose to celebrate Black History Month, there is sure to be a university-sponsored activity that will both entertain and educate you. The Lcdona S. Wight Cultural Center will contribute a black student leadership roundtable discussion and a brother-to-brother rap session, both in Bloxton House on West Campus, during this month to encourage African- American students to take control of their destinies and to become more involved on campus. According to English lecturer Reginald Watson, contributions to modem society by African-Americans run the gamut from the stop light, the light bulb filament, the fire escape ladder, the typewriter, the fountain pen, the lawn mower and the wall tight switch to the barbershop chair and blood plasma storage, which saved countless lives during WWII. "When we look at Black History Month, we should take a close look at what we're celebrating. It's not just a black thing; it's a human thing he says. "The importancc.is to educate everybody aboutthese achievements Watson is the founder of Thespians for Diversity, a group of students who write and perform their own plays about the importance of such values as equality, hard work and acceptance of others in a world where cooperation and good race relations are becoming increasingly important. His play, "I Have Seen the Mountain Top, But it Don't Look So Good is slated for performance on February 9. In this play, Martin Luther King, jr. is resurrected to discover that his dream of harmony between all races is still unfulfilled. Witson hopes that students will be encouraged to take responsibility for their education about black history. "It should go on beyond February. We should try to learn about each other throughout the entire year The Thespians are working on another play entitled "Black Voices from the Past which Watson hopes will be performed later in February. Good information about the contributions of blacks to civilization can be found in such books as A Turbulent Voyagt, by Floyd Patterson; The Black Athena, by Martin SEE BLACK HISTORY. PAGE I Reginald Watson ENGLISH LECTURER COftCertreyfew The Brewery hosts hoedown, Raleigh style "When we look at Black History Month It's not just a black thing; it9 a human thing Art students upset over studio space that room, but it was never officially Pearl Jam Yield 8 OUT OF TO John Davis ASSISTANT LIFESTYLE EDITOR "I'm through screaming Eddie Vedder yelps in one song. "Not trying to make a difference he warbles in another. With these invocations, Pearl Jam has decided to put their Ticketmaster suing past in, well, in the past, and get on with doing what they're good at: being a rock and roil band. Gone are the pretentious punk- rock postures, the deflated indie- rock attitudes, the "woe is me" ultra-introspective song lyrics that have dominated previous Pearl Jam albums. In the place of that are some straight up rock songs. Who'da chunk it? Not to say that Vedder and crew have surrendered to the testosterone-driven brainiessness that other hard rock acts ( Aerosmith and Pearl Jam predecessor, Mother Love Bone) thrive on. Rather, Vedder has just teamed how to write engaging lyrics without resorting to Morrisscy- sized trips into his Id. Pearl Jam's instant success way back in 1991 separated them from the counter-culture that was the grunge "revolution Vedder. wh � grew up with punk-rebellion-for- the-sake-of-rebellion as his breakfast cereal, balked at all this fame and guided the band down a path designed to deconstruct the band's rock star status. After five years, it worked, the band's last album, No Code sold poorly and didn't even generate a minor hit. With ail that behind them, the band seems to have felt free to be SEE KARL JAM. PAGE I ANDY TURNER I.IFF.S rvl.K EDITOR You ever been to one of those small town shindigs, way back in the woods where they have a pig on the grill, plenty of beer, a big tub of red funny juice (causing drunks to run around with red stains around their mouths like trailer-trash kids at the Winn-Dixie) and some band called Southern-something-other playing "Sweet Home Alabama" like they were revolutionary? The Brewery in Raleigh had a similar get-together this past weekend by the name of S.RI.T.T.L.E. (Southern Plunge Into Trailer Trash Leisure & Entertainment) Fest. There were a few important changes, however. There was no pig on a grill. Instead, the festival featured coleslaw, beans and chopped BBQ, with no hot sauce, mind you (punishable by excommunication to Rhode Island in some parts of North Carolina). Also, there was no red funny juice, due to The Brewery being beer-only, but they had plenty of what they had only Most importantly, the two- day festival, MCed by local wrestler, Col. DeBeers (with fanny pack and big cigar) featured plenty of damn fine music, free of any Molly Hatchet cover bands. Friday night featured the likes of "Raleigh legends" and the self- proclaimed "best looking band at S.P.I.T.T.L.E" The Accelerators, Trailer Bride, Blue Mountain, Two Dollar Pistols, R.B. Morris and The Hiccups, who served as the in- between set house band Saturday night. The Accelerators, who've been around since the early '80s, proclaimed their current line-up to be their best ever and set out to prove it. They cranked out their version of N.R.B.Q. bar-band rock with tunes like "Ooh-Wee" and "Leave My Heart Alone Their inspired efforts had the crowd bopping and dandng like they were' at a '50s sock-hop. R.B. Morris delivered a quieter, more introspective set. The Knoxvilie based singerwelder is signed to John Prine's Oh Boy label. Sadly, his sad songs didn't go over too well with the crowd, who largely ignored the talented singer. "I guess I'm the lead singer, but I'm just a housewife, really. Trailer Bride's Melissa Swingle offered while introducing the band to the audience. Swingle's talents go much farther than cooking Beanie Weenies and scrubbing Johns, however. She is an equally adept songwriter and guitar player. Swingle's deep twang may be too much for some, but it is appropriate for the bluesy country Trailer Bride performs. PJ Harvey might would sound like Swingle if she was from Carolina Trailer Bride was also the only band at the festival to use a saw as an instrument, a definite plus. Writer Larry Brown's favorite band and Oxford, Mississippi's pride and joy, Blue Mountain stole the snow Friday night. The band performed a high-energy set that was the best-received of the evening. Blue Mountain celebrated the music of the South � country, blues and, oh yeah, that Southern rock stuff trashed before. But they put those bands to shame on songs such as "Soul Sister" and "Blue Canoe They are closer in spirit to the loud guitar thunder of Uncle Tupelo, but with more of a hippy edge to it. Two Dollar Pistols closed the SEE BREWERY PAGE I John Davis SMSTNT LIFESTYLE EDITOR For art student Chris Knot ts, it's not just about losing a little elbow room. Knotts, like many of the students in the Communication An program here at ECU is upset due to a loss of studio space. "I feel very cheated Knotts said in an interview. Once an an student is accepted into the program heshe chooses to concentrate in, that student is allotted studio space. This space includes work and storage areas. Until recently, the students in the CA program occupied two large rooms on the bottom floor of the Jenkins An building. Over Christmas break however, the CA faculty decided to move the students into a much smaller room. Naturally, the students didn't receive the news with much enthusiasm. "Everybody that has studio space worked hard to get accepted into the program Knotts said. The issue is more complicated than that however, according to Craig Malmrose, director of the CA program. When Malmrose came on as faculty in 1985, the studio space allotted to the CA students was one of the large rooms. "The adjoining room is not and has never been studio space. Recently some students have set up their studios in designated as studio space Knotts saw this as an excuse. "You can say that he said, "but that doesn't change the fact that five students had their space in there Originally, 30 students occupied the space that, in Fall '97, 16 students occupied. With the advent of computers as a design toot; the number of students that used the space declined. "With that extra space, students started to move in overstuffed furniture, ceramics projects, sJff that shouldn't be there Malmnfc said. "When I bring in prospective freshmen, I'm completely embarrassed by the state of the room "It's an an studio. Artists work there; of course it's going to be messy Knotts said. Aside from that issue, the CA department is hosting a large photography symposium in the fall. The former studio space is joined to the darkrooms. "The faculty who teach photography requested that those double rooms be cleaned up Malmrose said. "Given ail these factors, all nine CA faculty came to a unanimous decision The studio was officially moved, and since then, Malmrose said he's only seen two to three students occupying the new space. "Of course there's no one in SEE TOO CUKE PAGE I Nitro puts the hurt on Raw Vai valh TV? Of rstar m do � jpt'lP an XiMTiran. V�i alh TV. sp'ak TV. Iic TV. lawnr TV. F.MTymi' kran thai. Vrtial vim nWl km is thai TV is �atrhing yu Mark Brett SENIOR WRITER Okay you pencil-necks, listen up! The subject is professional wrestling! The objective is pain! Never-ending, agonizing pain! Your pain, if you don't get with the program and learn to appreciate wrestling's sweaty embrace! That's right, baby, WCW Monday Nitro is the highest-rated show on cable television! Give in to its power! Join the hordes of wrestling's devoted fans or face the fury of the Figure-Four Leglock! Ooo, I think I burst a vessel. How does the Macho Man do that all the time? Whew! A any rate, it's all true. Professional wrestling's popularity is at an all-time high, with the sport's two biggest organizations duking it out for ratings on Monday nights. On one side of the grappling fence we have the aforementioned WCW Monday Nitro, owned by Ted Turner (known in wrestling circles as Billionaire Ted). On the other side is WWF Rate, put on by long-time wrestling promoter Vmce McMahon. To the untrained eye, the two shows would seem to be very similar. It's the same old male soap opera they've been putting on for years, with hate instead of love, violence replacing sex. Wrestlers still get neck-breaking mad at each other for the most simplistic of reasons, and the rules arc still more of a suggestion than absolute law. But beyond those basics, the differences between Nitro and Ran- run deep. Nitro, the show in the top spot, can thank its stars for its success. The flagship of World Championship Wrestling (WCW), Nitro boasts the talents of such performers as Nature Boy Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan, Macho Man Randy Savage and Rowdy Roddy Piper. With household names like these.in their roster, bolstered by big names in wrestling fandom like Lex Luger, Sting and Bret Hart, WCW pulls in viewers like mad. Unfortunately, most of these guys are actually kind of boring. - Veterans of the wrestle wars, the bjg names have settled into comfortable schticks, and they rarely deviate from them. It was fine for Hulk Hogan to be a moderately charismatic muscle man 20 years ago, when most wrestlers were just big doughy guys who ate too mucn beef. But now that every bruiser wh� comes down the pike has a sculpted physique, Hogan is a waste. Piper isn'r. much better, and guys like Lex Luger SEE TUBE BOOB PAGE I L � T � Tf� � '1 i" 8 Thursday. February 5. 1998 i lestyle The East Carolinian Brewery continued from page 1 show Friday night, hitting the stage with their honky-tonk selves close to 1 a.m to a worn-out crowd who had largely decreased in size by that point. Nevertheless, John Howie and the Pistols performed their should-one-day-be-country-classics- but-won't-be-because-the-folks- who-run-country-radio-are-a-bunch- of-close-minded-chicken-headed- jackasses songs to a happy crowd. Howie, a cornball gaze pasted on his face like he was Hank Snow's illegitimate son, showcased his songwriting capabilities on songs like "You Did Alright (Till You Did Wrong By Me)" and "Let Me Be Your RoI Night number two, Saturday night, also had a tremendous line up Nitro continued from page 7 just seem to flounder. Ric Flair still talks the best game in the sport and never fails to get a laugh from the audience (and often his opponents). But he's lost a step in the ring, and his classic face-plants lack the precise comic timing of his youth. So the real attraction of Nitro to a true wrestling fan lies in the under- carders, the guys who haven't gotten complacent, and who still put on a good show. The best of these lower- echelon people is Rev Mysterio, Jr, a masked wrestler from Mexico who seems to defy gravity in the ring. Mysterio, blessed with the best fake wrestling name since Chief Wahoo McDaniel, launches himself from the top rope and onto opponents' heads with such abandon that you can't help but be impressed. Also (but still no hot sauce, by God): The Derailers, The Steam Donkeys, Cigar Store Indians, Big Joe, Chip Robinson and The Bottle Rockets. The Steam Donkeys, who arrived in style at the festival, driving a church van, were one of the few non-Southern bands on the bill. In fact, Col. DeBeers had to get on the New York boys for calling the fiddle a violin. "When you're down here, you call it a fiddle, "DeBeers said, chomping his ci-gar for emphasis. The Donkeys had the twang thang, however. The "violin" player was even a quite impressive yodeler, taking over lead vocals for a cover of "Mr. Sandman Saturday night Chip Robinson had no friends, at least not on stage. His set, billed as Chip Robinson and Friends, turned out to be a solo performance. However, The Backsliders fronrman did well on his own, mixing Backsliders tunes with a few covers, including a convincing cover of Dylan's "Tangled Up and impressive are Diamond Dallas Page, Chris Benoit, Dean Malenko, Eddie Guerrero and the Ultimo Dragon. Unfortunately, most of them don't work the mic very well. Often the best part of a wrestling show, good mic work is essential. But maybe these guys don't need to talk. Their ring personas give them all the entertainment value they need. , That's not quite the case with the performers on Rate. The World Wrestling Federation (WWF) relies increasingly these days on bizarre gimmicks and weird angles. Thus, the Undertaker, a walking dead man and Kane, the Undertaker's evil brother, who is apparently indestructible. Even the "normal" wrestlers on Raw have bizarre or extreme gimmicks, however. The biggest name in WWF, Stone Cold Steve Austin, runs around beating up everybody, regardless of their good Blue Like Blue Mountain did the night before. Crab Apple, Georgia's Cigar Store Indians took the title of crowd favorite for their night to perform at S.P.I.TTL.E. Charismatic frontman Ben Friedman shot the stuff with the audience with topics ranging from braless women to female minors, in between delivering dance-happy rockabilly numbers like "Hot Rod Concerto" and "Jailbait The crowd, in fact, took to the Indians so much, they didn' t want them to leave the stage. The Georgia boys obliged with no less than five encores. Well, after the frantic and sweaty (sweaty for January, damnit) set by the Cigar Store Indians, The Derailers and The Bottle Rockets had a tough act to follow. The Derailers, from Austin, didn't seem like the same band that Buck Owens invited to perform at his birthday bash in Bakersfield. Their guy or bad guy status, and says the word "ass" a lot. The Truth Commission is lead by a strange figure called the Jackal, who's a cross betweep Euro-trash terrorist and David Kouresh. Then there's WWF Champ Shawn Michaels, whose in- character jokes about how everything is fake have led to an all- but-open admission by ahe WWF that Rase is theatre, not sports. With this admission out, the plot lines have recently taken even more bizarre turns. Insane freak show wrestler Mankind reveals that his real name is Mick Foley but then develops a multiple personality disorder and wresrles as three different people (Mankind, Dude ' Love, and Cactus Jack). Kane locks the Undertaker in a giant casket and sets it on fire in the first case of attempted murder I've e'er seen in wrestling. Oddly, security and police officials on hand do nothing as he stands there and gloats. set was certainly less enthusiastic and the crowd responde I likewise. The Bottle Rockets were the last show of the festival. While they didn't seem quite as apprehensive as The Derailers, they didn't come off quite as rowdy as their reputation would have you believe and hope for. The Rockets did perform their loud guitar getdowns like "Gravity Fails" and "Radar Gun but seemed to be saving something for another night down the road. Maybe they'll have a lot more pep next time they come around, and let's hope thev sing "Queen of the World If you missed S.RI.T.TL.E you missed a good time and a lot of great bands. But worry not, some of the best bands of the festival will be back in the area within the nexr month at area clubs or at Local 506 at the club's end of the month "Honky-Tonk-A-Rama And if they have BBQ at the rama, they better have hot sauce. Yes, all this is a laugh riot. I laugh harder and longer at Raw than I ever have at Nitro. The ring action is even generally better in WWF Though they don't have the under-card talent of WCW, their big names work harder. So why is it that I like Nitro better? Well, WWF just doesn't know when to quit, or every hilarious angle like the burning casket, they give us hour-long chunks of nothing. That's why I tape Rats and watch most of it in fast-forward. Granted, that's the best way to watch both of these shows, but at least I can sit through Nitro. WCW tends to play it straight more, giving the fans more traditional rivalries and characters who could actually exist. While that's not as amusing, it is ultimately more entertaining. And that, as they say in the wrestling game, is the bottom line, babvdoll. Woo! 1 I i p Ring Us at 752 5855 It's better than bad,it's Good CAMPUS REP WANTED The nation's leader in college marketing is seeking an energetic, entrepreneurial student tor the position of campus rep. No sales involved. Place advertising on bulletin boards for companies such as American Express and Microsoft. Great part-time job earnings. Choose your own hours; 4-8 hours per week required. 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With artwork that resembles Anton Corbjin's design for U2's The Joshua Tree ,and big big guitar sounds that stir up memories of Zeppelin, Pearl jam have opened the door into the big wide world of rock and roil. The music has never been better. Gossard, Ament, McCrcady and Irons are a tight band, and even on the worst moments of Vttalog) and No Code, it was clear that the musicians were experimenting and storing up ideas for later use. Here, they pull together the best elements of their past four records to create memorable, jamming songs. While they never reach the arena- scorching guitar worship of Ten, they opt instead to balance the virtuosity of musicians with tasteful, thoughtful arrangements and infectious grooves. Songs like "In Hiding with its shimmery guitars, "Brain of J with its stomping thunder and Studio continued from page 7 there. They don't'want to use it. Look at it Knotts said. That room does nothing as a studio. It's desks in a small room. There's no creative energy, no atmosphere in that room Despite being upset over the loss of space, Knotts said he felt that he and the other students bore no ill will toward Malmrose. "I still sort of maintain his Black History continued from page 7 Bcrnal; the works of historian John Hope Franklin and FJmn Magazine's volumes on black history. The ECU jazz ensemble, along with guest vocalist Aishah, will celebrate Black History Mont!i with their "Tribute to Moto n" concert on Feb. 28. The "Faitifull with it's 70's almost- folk rock intro reveal just how a bunch of skilled musicians can write some great tunes if they just let themselves. Combine this musical pinnacle with Vedder's improved lyrics, and you have a recipe for a triumph. Some of Adder's lyrics are still in the same "protest" vein as before, but more often than not, he tends to write from a more human point of view. Some of the songs are charming, ("Wishlist") even humorous and whimsical ("Do the Evolution) In "Faithfull Vcddcr moves effortlessly from Bono-style musings ("whatever the notionslaced in our prayerswho's upstairs?") to echoing "I am the Walrus" ("everything is you, me, you) There arc a few clumsy lyrical moments, and fewer clumsy musical moments, but these are forgivable, given the overall excellence of the music. Yteki is probably Pearl jam's best album to date, which is a good omen for the band. They may even make it out of the 90's with their career intact. (Malmrose's) innocence in the matter. I feel he's got as much integrity as anyone IVe met. "I don't really know the workings. All I know is that our studio space is gone, reduced to one-third of what it used to be Malmrose has spent quite a bit of unpaid time in the new space, helping set it up. "I care very much about the space they have to work in. I worked with the students, trying to get their desks in order and cleaning it up. I feel that, given time, the students will warm up to the space Ensemble will take on Motown Records classics like "Respect" and "My Girl Take time this month to read one book, see one play, or listen to one recording by or about African- Americans. What vou find out may surprise you. With all that's happening around campus this month, there is no reason not to become a little bit more aware of the benefits contributed to American society by black culture and individuals. rrmra ' The Undefeated Besr Piate to Hear Live Mu�i in Greenville 752-7303 Thurs 5' KUTTPHATT $1.50 Bottled beer $1.50 Hi-balls $8 Adv�Tix ADVANCE TIX AVAILABLE AT CD ALLEY � SKULLY'S EAST COAST MUSIC & VIDEO WASH PUB � ATTIC Fri6' v, Too Skmnee J& doors open at 9pm special guest Spider monkey Sat 7' $2 32oz. 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Eight men and women must move away from a sport and a university that have been an integral part of their lives for the last four years. These eight swimmers have done more then left their mark in ECU history, the eight of them combined can be found on the all-time top ten ECU best times list well over 20 times. The five graduating men over their careers at ECU have contributed to a record of 30 wins and.only 10 losses. The three graduating women have contributed to a strong four- year record of 33 wins and just seven losses. Lee Hutchens, the team captain for his second year and also one of the top middle distance freestyiers, has been ranked in the top eight at the conference championships for the last three years. He is ranked eighth all-time at ECU in the 200 freestyle, sixth all-time at ECU in the 500 freestyle and eight all- time at ECU for the 200 backstroke. "He has been our best 200 and 500 yard freestyler over the last few years said Head Coach Rick Kobe. "He is also a very good leader, he is ahvays out there cheering or making banners and flags for a meet The other co-captain, Branden Tilley, transferred in from one of the top junior college swimming programs in Indian River, Fla where he was a 19 Junior College All-American. Tilley is ranked number one in the conference for the 200 breaststroke and holds the ECU 200 brcaststroke varsity record, and he is also second all-time for the 100 breast- stroke. "Branden is an excellent 200 I.M.er, he ranked eighth all-time for ECU at the CAA championships last year Kobe said. Patrick Kesler, one of the premier breaststrokers in the conference, broke the ECU record for the 100 breaststroke last November with a win at the Nike Cup, one of the most prestigious meets in the nation. He also holds the second fastest ECU time in the 200 breaststroke. "Patrick has been a major force in the CAA ail four years Kobe said. "He holds freshman records in the 100 and 200 breaststroke that still haven't been broken and he is the number one ranked breaststroker in the CAA Jim Broughal is ranked in the ECU top ten in the 100 freestyle, 100 butterfly and the 200 LM. He is also ranked number one in the CAA for the 100 butterfly. "Jim Broughal has been our top ail- around swimmer all four years Kobe said. "He is our most versatile swimmer; our top sprinter and middle distance freestyler, along with our top sprint buttcrflycr and F.M.er Mike Donovan, our final male senior, is one of ECU's .top distance swimmers and breaststrokers. "In his freshman year he was one of our top distance swimmers; he has been a real solid contributor for all four years Kobe said. The ladies' veteran squad is comprised of tri-captains Kim Field, Amanda Atkinson and Sandra Ossman. "Amanda has been one of the premier backstrokers at iwmmwH" m &. &G2x�& Senior male-swimmc achievements this year Senior female swimmers achievements tfiis year ft � ECU afrflme in too Breast �2 SCO. aWimem200Breast ' holds 100, 200 Breast Freshman record. � not broken. 1Rar�d lOO breast in CAA L�Mutehwsa 8�ECU O-tftro in 200 Ff� styfe 6 � ECU aft-time in 130 Free 3 O ECU aWfma in 200 Back mm ECUalHimein 100Fresstyle 3 � ECU sJMime m 100 Butterfly � 2 9 ECU atf-time m 200 mehViduai Medley (iM) 1 in CAA far tie 106 Btttt�f 1 �ECU aS-ttme In 200 Breast stroke m �ECU aftftrw m too Breast stroke �i ftt CAA in 200 Breaststroke S�CU ifs2O0i� Tbrouflh theii years at ECU, the senior swimmers have grown together s� both students and athletes and each wal be remembered for the mark they made in the history of Pirate athletics. fill PHOTO ECU and in the CAA over the last four years, and she is an extremely hard worker Kobe said. Atkinson is ranked second all-time in the 100 backstroke and third all-time in the 200 backstroke. She is also a very good distance swimmer, holding ECU top ten spots in the 1000 freestyle and 1650 freestyle. "Sandra Ossman is our top flyer for the Lady Pirates and in the CAA in the 100 and 200 fly along with being top ranked in the distance freestyle Kobe said. Ossman holds the ECU varsity record in the 100 butterfly. She is fourth in the 200 Fly and has the second fastest time in the 1000 freestyle along with being third all time in the 1650 freestyle. "Km Field is one of the elite I.M.ers in the CAA and at ECU; she probably has more top 10 swims than any other female swimmer in ECU history. She has six top ten rankings and is probably one of the most talented and versatile of the Lady Pirates Kobe said. These" eight swimmers have done an irreplaceable job for the ECU swim team over their four years, and it will be a lone while before their mark on ECU history is forgotten. 3 �ECU ail-time in 200 Back stroke 2 �ECU att-tiroe in 100 Back stroke 6 �ECU aJMimem 1000 Freestyle 7 �ECU eJ-Sme in 1650 Freestyle 1 �ECU a�-Srr� ta 100 Butterfly 4 �ECU afHime in 200 BuSer �2 �ECU aJHr� n 1000 Freestyle 3 �ECU aiMim in 1850 Freestyle ? �ECU aMme to 600 Freest Sm&M 5 �ECU aJMfena to the 2001M 2? ECU aW-fime to tha 400 �l 2 � ECUat-gmetolhe 200 Butterfly 6 � ECU sB-time to She 100 BuHawfty 2 � ECU as-time to the 200 Breaststroke 7 � ECU aJMtow to the 100 Breaststroke Baseball team gears up for season opener Instant replay could make a big difference for new coach LeCkar Steve losey ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR ECU's baseball team is getting mentally and physically ready for their first game at Duke this Saturday. "We're trying to be aggressive and play with enthusiasm said Head Coach Keith LeClair. LeClair recently replaced longtime Pirate Baseball Coach GaryOverton. Those who followed last season will be paying close attention to the first few games of this spring, hoping to see whether LeClair s influence on the team will be a positive one. After last season ended with a mediocre 29-27 record, Pirate fans were eager for a change. Lately, the weather has been less than favorable for baseball conditions, but that has not stopped the team from taking the Ulalliuiju. "We've been able to get a lot of stuff done, even though it's been a little wet lately LeClair said. Injuries have held up the baseball team's progress in the past, but as things look now, ihey shouldn't be much of a problem. Only two members of the Pirates are on the disabled list. One is Eric Angel, a pitcher whose shoulder injury will keep him off of the mound for the time being. The other is Jason Lamberger who went in for shoulder surgery and has to fully recuperate before coming off of the disabled list. ECU has won the last four out of five games against the Blue Devils and controls the two team's series, 20-11. Last year's game was a decisive 9-4 victory that saw two home runs by returning first baseman Randy Rigsby. Both Rigsby, who had a .356 batting average last year, and left fielder Steve Salargo, whose .374 average led the team, will return to keep the Pirates' bats swinging. LeClair expects the team to do well thanks to it's well-rounded nature. "We're strong offensively, we've got depth in pitching and we've got good team speed LeClair said. Close calk should be left to technology to decide Tracy m. Laubach SPORTS EDITOR Home Baseball Games Ff BRUARY 21 Radford 22. Rid ford 24 UNCGreggbnro 28 Youngtnwn Seata 1 i I 8 1Z 18. 21 22 Younffstown State Elun Georgia Southern Georgia Southern Campbell Coastal Carolina HXLStafc Old Dominion QtdDominiQD N.C AArT UNC Wilmington Winthmp 1 lam� M�di�nn 2 lama Mad won 9 Wake Forest 12jua. 1 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 3-jun. lp.m. 1 p.m 12 p.m. 1 p.m 2jjjn, 3:30 p.m. 12PJIL 1 p.m. 4 p.m. 12 p.m 1p.m. 4 p.m. 12 p.m. 1 p.m. 7 p.m. Lpjn. Lpjo, 4 p.m. The crowd goes wild. With a score of 60-63 and less than five seconds of play left in the game, the freshman off the bench sends the entire arena into awe with a three pointer at the buzzer to tic the game. The opposing coach rises immediately from his side of the court in a frenzy. "No he screams. "He was not behind the line! He was not behind the line Now it is up to the officials to decide. One referee swears up and down that he saw the shot, and he is sure that it was good for three points. The other official claims that he also saw the shot, and that it was good only for two. The question is, who is right? Believe it or not, situations such as this one occur each and every day in the world of sports. With the use of instant replay, officials would have the opportunity to review debatable calls to ensure complete accuracy and fairness for both teams. While it has been argued that instant replay would take up too much time and would delay the game, it is clear in many situations that the extra two or three minutes could have a huge impact on the final results of the game. f" We must realize that while our officials are very good at what they do, they are only human, completely capable of making mistakes. It is not fair to expect them to make completely accurate calls when so many are debatable. Fbr this reason, instant replay would be of benefit to not only the players and coaches, but also the officials. If at any time during a game an official was unsure about a call, or if the two referee's opinions conflicted, the play could be reviewed a second time to clear up any dispute. With the use of instant replay, the coach in a frenzy could rest assured that the shot was (or was not) good for three points. The referees would not have to compromise on a decision that would mean a win for one team and a loss for another. Everyone would know fair and square what really happened, and there would be no need to argue about the call. Athletes deserve to play with integrity. Granted, all of the time they put into their sport, athletes, along with their coaches, deserve the extra minutes it would take to ensure accuracy. After all, in many games the difference between a win and a loss is so small that a little extra time could make a big difference. Looking for something to do in Greenville this Saturday night? With just three home games left in the regular season for the men's basketball team, head coach Joe Dooley and the Pirates look to post a win in front of a jam-packed stadium. Come out and support your men's basketball team as they host conference opponent Virginia Commonwealth for a 7 p.m. tipoff. Melvin makes mark in Lady Pirate history Sophomore player improves each game Ian Robson STAFF WRITER A soft-spoken sophomore is emerging as one of the women's basketball team's star players. Danielle Melvin has improved greatly throughout the course of the season, raising her career statistics in almost every category with each game that is played. Melvin currently leads the team in rebounds and has been part of the starting lineup for every game this season. "She is not only a great leader in stats, but with the other girls as well Head Coach Anne Donovan said. "She is a great worker and she really wants to win The attention and publicity received this season comes as a shock to Melvin; however, she is quite modest in receiving it. With an average of 5.3 points per game and a season total of 99 rebounds, she has nothing to be modest about. "It is a real surprise to me to get so much attention Melvin said. "I just keep telling myself to keep pushing, hoping to better myself for the team Melvin has made some big plays in some big games during her college career, showing maturity beyond her age that has been Sophomore Danielle Melvin has made tremendous improvements to her game. HU PHOTO praised and admired by her teammates and coaches alike. Melvin's best game of the season was against Delaware State, where she posted 13 rebounds and a season-high of 16 points. Even the Lady Monarchs of Old Dominion (ranked third in the country in women's college basketball) had a hard time stopping Melvin, as she scored 11 points and grabbed six rebounds. "I have been playing more consistently latch Melvin said. "It has been my main focus because I want to set an example Basketball has always played a big part in Melvin's life, and she credits many people for their encouragement on her road to success. Both Melvin and her sister succeeded in becoming college athletes - her sister plays for N.C. State. Although the two sisters are quite supportive of each other, a sibling rivalry does exist between them. "I have always been into sports Melvin said. "With my , sister playing at State and me here at ECU, it is safe to say that basketball is in our blood L a���kAa t V ti. V I � 11 Thursday. February 5. 1998 s port s The East Carolinian WILSON ACRES APARTMENTS 752-0277 1806 E. 1st Street Greenville, NC 27858-0772 2 bedroom unite contain 1050 square feet 3 bedroom unite contain 1350 square feet These units contain a self cleaning oven, a large frost-free refrigerator, dishwasher, washerdryer connections, utility room, large patio with private fence, extra outdoor lighting and deadhoft locks on all doors for added security, wallpapered bath- rooms and ceiling fans. All units have large walk in closets and storage areas as indicated by the diagonal lines . We Charge No Application Fee. Now Offering $300 Security Deposit for 2 Bedrooms, & $400 Security Deposit for 3 Bedrooms. 2 and 3 Bedroom Townhouses � lV2Baths Water, Sewer, and Cable Included Small Pets Ok With Fee 5 BLOCKS FROM ECU WITH BUS SERVICE AVAILABLE Former sumo wrestler Konishiki to appear in TV commercial TOKYO (AP) � Pbpular former sumo wrestler Konishiki will become the first sumo wrestler or official in 13 years to appear in a TV commercial, the Japan Sumo Association said Tuesday. The Hawaii-born Konishiki, formerly Salevaa Atisanoe, will appear in the commercial for a Japanese communication equipment maker to be broadcast in the United States and Japan beginning from late March, said an association official, speaking on condition of anonymity. The official declined to discuss details, including how much money Konishiki would receive for the spot from the company, Tokyo-based Uniden Corp. Konishiki, until his retirement the heaviest sumo wrestler at 612 pounds, in 1987 became the first foreign wrestler to reach the rank of ozeki, or champion, the sport's second highest rank. Selected Saints tickets going up in price NEW ORLEANS (AP) � The New Orleans Saints are increasing ticket prices for the first time in three years, but current season ticket holders are being offered an opportunity to dodge the hike. Letters went sent last week to customers holding about 43,000 season tickets, informing them of a twin-payment installment plan that would freeze their prices. No information was provided about proposed prices increases. The team said Monday that a final price increase has not been determined and will depend upon how many season ticket holders renew. New ticket prices could increase $3 to $6 each, said Greg Suit, vice president of marketing. Individual tickets in 1997 ranged from $18 to $44. "We've been trying to hold the line Suit said. "I don't believe there is a team in the league that hasn't had a price increase in the last three years. Like aU businesses, costs keep going up Steelers release backup linebacker PITTSBURGH (AP) � The Pittsburgh Steelers have released veteran linebacker Jerry Olsavsky from the final two years of his contract! Olsavsky lost his starting job to second-year pro Earl Holmes last summer, and he agreed to take a pay cut so the Steelers could create room under the salary cap. As part of the pay-cut deal, Steelers officials promised to release him at his request after the season. Director of football operations Tom Donahoe tried to talk Olsavsky out of leaving, Ralph Cindrich, Olsavsky's agent, said Monday. He's a unique breed. He could have earned $1 million sitting on the bench the next two years, Cindrich said. PAKTYMMvEKS flowers and Balloons Roses Novelties ' Candy Stuffed animals Balloons Gift baskets We deliver all major credit cards 317 E. 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Look for the Red Cross bus t (in front of our office) l from 1 until 5! Don't miss the food, giveaways A b t a live remote with 103.7, THE HOT FM! We're leasing for Fall 1998! visit one of our roomy apartments! IT DEAL ON FRIDAY�ONE DAY ONLY Secure your apartment for next year for 12 the $$$$$$! FREE TICKETS AVAILABLE. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 828-4715. TICKETS ME AVAILABLE AT THE CENTRAL TICKET OFFICE, MENDENULL STUDENT CENTER, ECU MASTERCARDVIM ACCEPTED. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 828-0004 OR 1-800-ECU-ART8 OR VISIT OUR HOMEPAGE AT: www.tcu.ltottatfBirtMiM. �� i main atauaah tit iaaajwaatauteanaacaarneiti Sarvfcaa at HMZMtK 0haTal) tarti-tta �� a ta M MM at M �-� 12 Thursday. February 5. 1998 snorts The East Carolinian Football program welcomes 1998 signees Tracy m Lai bach SPORTS EDITOR With the majority of the football team's recruits coming from good old North Carolina, head coach .Steve Logan has big plans for the future of Inrate football. "We recruited for the best athletes available and did not ftxus as much on the positions we needed filled Logan said. " We drafted for ability and strength, and I expect these kids to come in with commitment and perseverance to play good football Logan said there is a possibility that a few more players will be signed on, but at this time, there have been two kinds of kids of signed: the big kids and the fast kids. "Everyone that we expected to initially sign. we did Logan said. "A lot of these kids could have played with anyone, but I am real reserved when it comes to making predictions the truth is yet to be told Logan emphasized the importance of the signees learning how to be not only college athletes, but also students, and is pleased that many of the newest additions to his team are coming to (ireemille from not so far away. "I want to continue recruiting from North Carolina Iogan said. "It is a big deal to keep puts so much fabric in doing that because it your program. 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Love, Tau Kappa Epsilon TO THE BROTHERS OF Theta Chi: In spite of the cold weather we still man- aged to stay warm and have a great time as always. Looking forward to next time. Love, the sister of Delta Zeta TO THE BROTHERS OF Delta Chi: Thank you for inviting us to share your bid night. We had a great time and the band rocked. Hope to do it again soon. Love, the sisters of Delta Zeta TO THE BROTHERS AND new pledges of Tau Kappa Epsilon: Thanks for a great time at the social Friday night. We had a blast! We are looking forward to more fun times with you guys. Love, the sisters and new pledg- es of Pi Delta THE SISTERS OF DELTA Zeta would like to thank everyone who came to our Spring Informal Rush. We had a great time meeting everyone and look forward to tonight! THE SISTERS OF DELTA Zeta would like to congratulate all fraternities for a successful rush. We are looking for- ward to this year. Love, the Delta Zeta sisters THE SISTERS OF DELTA Zeta would like to welcome Shana Sexton to our chapter. We are thrilled to have you af- filiated with us. Love, your Delta Zeta sisters THANKS FOR LETTING US use your house during rush, Alpha Phi. It was a success. Love, the brothers of Sigma Alpha Epsilon THANK YOU SO MUCH Lambda Chi Alpha for an awesome bid night. We had fun and it was a great way to start off Spring Semester. Hope to do it again soon. Love, the sisters of Sigma Sigma Sigma SISTERS OF THE WEEK: Alpha Delta Pi, Ashley Triplett, Emily Greene; Al- pha Omicron Pi, Ashley Settle, Jessica Orsin; Alpha Xi Delta, Betsy Bickers, Kerri Augustino; Chi Omega, Kelly Du- gar, Jen O'Connor; Delta Zeta, Julie Webb, Quita Valentine; Sigma, Kristina Lacy, Lauren Verser; Zeta Tau Alpha, Tricia Shepardson SIGMA PHI EPSILON, WE had the best time at the bid night social last week, hope we can get together again soon! Love, Alpha Delta Pi PI KAPPA PHI - Once again you out- did yourselves! Last Friday's fiesta was great and our new girls had a blast! Thanks so much! Love, Alpha Xi Delta PI KAPPA ALPHA, THANK you so much, we had such a great time bid night. It was a night we will never for- get. Let's do it again soon. Love, Sig- ma Sigma Sigma PI DELTA BOWLERS: GOOD luck to- night! Have fun and remember we are pulling for you. We love you! Your sis- ters PHI KAPPA PSI, THANKS for rock- ing the 80's with us last Friday night. As always we had too much fun! Love, the sisters of Zeta Tau Alpha KAPPA ALPHA, THANK YOU so much for the pre-downtown last week. We all had a great time! Love, Alpha Delta Pi DELTA SIGMA PHI, WE'LL do more for money next time! Don't forget "I'm a Little Teapot and start saving now! Love, Zeta Tau Alpha CONGRATULATIONS TO THE NEWLY initiated members of Chi Omega. 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For more information, contact Dwain Co- oper at 830-4844 or Dean Foy at 830- 4541 STRESS MANAGEMENT WORK- SHOP Thursday from 3:30-5:00 p.m. The Center for Counseling and Stud- ent Development will be offering this program February 5th. If you are inter- ested in this workshop, contact the Center at 328-6661. ' ECU LAW SOCIETY WILL hold its first meeting of the new year on Thurs r-eb. 5tl- in Rawl Room 1031 Refreshments will be served as we dis- cuss Law School and the LSATI Everyone is invited to come. Open to all majors! CHOOSING A MAJOR AND a Ca- reer workshop: Tuesday 3:30-5:00. The Center for Counseling and Student De- velopment will be offering this pro- gram February 10th. If you are inter- ested in this workshop, contact the Center at 328-6661. jyionq1 49 Cocoa Spring Break Travel - Our 1 lift Year! 1-800-678-6386 SPRING BREAK PANAMA CITY Beach. 'Summit Luxury condos next to Spinnaker. Owner discount rates. 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B-GLAD WILL MEET in Mendenhall Student Center at 7:30 p.m. in Room 14 every Wednesday this semester. Everyone is welcome to attend. Come out and make new friends. ASSERTIVENESS TRAINING WORKSHOP: THURSDAY 3:30-4:30. The Center for Counseling and Stud- ent Development will be offering this program February 5th. If you are inter- ested in this workshop, contact the Center at 328-6661. ADULT STUDENT DISCUSSION GROUP: Monday 5:15-6:15. The Can- I ter for Counseling and Student Devel- opment will be offering this program February 9th. If you art) interested in I this workshop, contact the Center at 3286661. ACADEMIC STUDY SKILLS WORK- SHOP: Monday 10:00-12:00. The Can- ter for Counseling and Student Devel- opment will be offering this program February 9th. If you are interested in this workshop, contact the Canter at 328-6661 ABSOLUTELY UNBELIEV- ABLE! 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Under the Army's Loan Repayment program, you could get out from under with a three-year enlistment Each year you serve on active duty reduces your indebtedness by one- third or $1,500, which- ever amount is greater, up to a $65,000 limit The offer applies to Perkins Loans, Stafford Loans, and certain other federally insured loans, which are not , in default And debt relief is just one of the many benefits you'll earn from the Army. Ask your Army Recruiter. 756-9695 ARMY. BE ALL YOU CAN Bit www.goarmy.com ) f ir 4 � r HMt Think you can make it to the topP atthe best indoor climbing wall sn Eastern Norih Carolina CD Wall Hours: 8pm-11pm MoitThurs. 2pm-4pm Tues.aThurs. 2pm-6pm FriSata Sun. MonThurs. Bpm-9pm Must attened a class before climbing on your own Upcoming Climbing Events: Sport Climbing Clinic 212 Top Rope set-ups Seminar 312 Placing Protection Seminar 46 Pilot Mountain Day Trips 38 & 44 Linville Gorge Weekend 424-426 Flattiners Fling Climbing Competition 418 $4.00 $4.00 Beginning Climbing Class MonThurs.8om-9pm $4.00 Shoes and Harness Included Expires 21998 $4.00 w t- about You its � its about I k t "bout ChallengeBAdventure . mfiiwi .1 � mi � Need an adrenaline rush? What about trying . . . "iir i �iiiniiiiitria- ifa in i 2 THMiay. Decombar 9. 1997 focU section Thf Cut Canlteim I flying like a bird "tin, point of no retu "TAere is no other way to truly experience flying than skydiving. The exit is the best part of the jump. As soon as your feet leave the plane, the point of no return, that's the best part Deeson Swain skydiving enthusiast and tandam instructor junior, business major 99 The plane ride up AMY L. ROYSTER F.DITOH-IN-CHIEF Ready? Set. Go Free fall flfhn people looking for a quick fix of adrenaline or those who always wanted to fiy When yearlong except on cloudy days Vyhorp U.S. Parachute Association affiliated drop zones Enninmpnt supplied by drop zone bring weather appropriate clothing Priro expect between $135 - $165 per jump until certified $20 per jump after certification � Carolina Sky Sports locatated at Rt. 7 Highway 56 Wnear Louisberg is offering a special first jump price until Feb. 28th. For more information call 919- 496-2224. �4m3 I Smooth landing. Ml Let's doit again Skydivers who throw themselves out of airplanes at 14,000 feet, free falling towards the earth at 120 miles per hour, know about permi-grin � a condition marked by a permanent smile. Caused by torrential floods of adrenaline, permi-grin has been known to cause otherwise sane people to repeatedly jump out of perfectly good airplanes. It has even been known to cause major positive changes in attitude and perspective. Enamored with the idea of flight, Leonardo DaVlnci was the first to design a parachute. This fascination with flight is what skydiving enthusiast and tandem instructor Deeson Swain, a junior business major, says continues to draw people to the sport. "There is no other way to truly experience frying than skydiving Swain � "The exit is the best part of the jump. As soon as your feet leave the plane, the point of no return, that's the best part Whether people are drawn to skydiving because they want to fly or because they want the sudden rush of the jump, one thing is certain � people are flocking to drop zones and signing up for the ride of their lives. Nancy and Paul Fayad, owners of the Carolina Sky Sports drop zone near Louisburg, say technological advances in parachutes and equipment have made the sport safer and more appealing to a wider audience. "Everybody's jumping Nancy Fayad said. "Professional people, truck drivers, housewives � everybody. It's a great stress release. If nothing else, for a brief moment in time you aren't thinking about anything else Skydiving as a sport requires extensive training, but for those interested in going along for a ride and experiencing the thrill of the jump without full responsibility, tandam diving is a popular option. In a tandem jump, a first timer receives bas,c training before attaching themselves by harness to a tandam instructor. The instructor, nding on the back of the " worries with necessary details such as pulling the rip cord, opening the chute and S?� r�com�pLe stranger and they trust you enough to harness up and jump wuh yo. that's exciting Swain said. "I've never had anyone so scared they wouldn't jump, and I ve never had anyone land who didn't say they had fun �� . nmtmm i-iieves it Paul Fayad, who was instrumental in the organization of the tandem progression program, believes it "VuhTantu0 nine jumps Swain said. "Each time you jump, you assume more responsibility and learn new skills, eventually flying solo. uu �,�, ?h�c are oThet options fbt learning, sueh as statie line jumps and an accelerated free M jumps (AFfI AFF jumps are made by student who receive extensive trammg:and m � � rluctors holding the hands as they fall. Static line jumps, developed by tbe rmhtar.�Kht "udent to a line which pulls their chute open as soon as they leave the atrplane offenng no ctanee "lumping't'andem allows about 60 seconds of free fall time and several minutes under canopy Sw�n diving, first used in the United Sutes for military applications, evolved into a rectiomJ sport with the advent of personal airplanes and recreafonal flymg. .Toda "� Parachute Association (USPA) has been regulating recreanonal skyd.vmgforov� fifty years. Trained skydivers work towards A through D ratings, issued by the USB denoting the number and type of jumps made. AnTncrLing number of women are in the sport. Nancy Fayad, wh. saysthattoday about 25 percent of skydivers are women, remembers a time when leas women "MTIump was on July 19,1969, the day man first walked on the moon Nancy Fayad said. "I was trained in a class of all guys and when we got up in the airplane they put me out first, I guess to make sure the guys would follow " .nAi�Mki Lvid Southerland, a recent ECU graduate, Celeste Wilson, a senior industrial technology major, Barnes Cole, a sophomore geography major and freshman Jeff Royster, who jumped together on the same day, reflect the increasing number of college students interested in skydiving. "It's something I've wanted to do for a long time Southerland said. Nearly half of the Fayads' business comes from college students, some of which have ranked 2nd in style, 3rd in accuracy and 3rd overall at this years national college skydiving competition. Currently, N.C. State and Duke have skydiving clubs. Questions about safety are commonly asked of skyd�vmg professionals. There are approximately 30 skydiving fatalities per year out of hundreds of thousands of jumps performed annually, most of which occur to experienced skydivers who make judgment errors rather than as a result of equipment failure. Swain said another common question asked of him is what skydiving feels like. Southerland, Wilson, Royster and Cole, ECU students who admitted to a healthy dose of nerves prior to jumping, all answered upon landing, "It feels like flying m I - �4 -Tflfti 1. m �nrnt , riq ft 1 I I I I I' I � I I ?! I i 3 Teesdey, Duiabtf 9. 1987 facilSsoc Tht East Carolinian Belay on on belay! SHANNON MEEK SENIOR WRITER Country singer Alan Jackson drones out the words, "Tonight I climbed the wall His wall is a metaphor for the trials and tribulations that many singers in his genre experience. Many ECU students at the Recreational Center also ctimb a wall. Their wall, however, is a literal one. Just about every child has a fantasy about walking on the ceiling. Rock climbing is like being a cartoon character, with suction cups for shoes, scaling the wall. Cathy Blackan ECU student, explained her rock climbing experience. "Usually when I'm climbing It is a rush when I climb to the top. I have personal satisfaction because I am the one who is climbing, and I am the one who did it and I am the one who made it to the top ECU'S Recreational Center has a climbing wall. It is long and gray with various broken pieces of clay or odd shaped animals which stick out from it The outer portions of the wall are more heavily equipped with these clay like fragments. It is, as a climber moves toward the inward part of the wall, that the level of difficulty increases. The pieces that climbers use to grip onto become smaller and more sparse. The overhang is also more steep. When I climb there is just a thrill that embodies my being. Equipped in die garb of snug shoes and harnesses wrapped various ways around our thighs and waists, John Murphy, a fellow ECU student, and I begin our journey up the wall. First, we secure ourselves in the ropes by tying various knots for safety. Then we make sure that the person who is securing us in case we fall is ready for us to climb. I reach my tiny hands around the cold clay fragments and boost myself up. The climb begins. In my imagination, I feel magically transformed. Thoughts of Spider Man crawling up buildings invades my brain as my foot slips and I fall, expecting to go spiraling down to the floor with a hard crash. Instead, I hang suspended like a puppet on a string, secured by ropes held by the person on the ground below. "After the initial fall everything seems okay. You feel braver and realize that when you fall someone will be there to catch you Murphy explains. He is right. From the view on the ground, various people can be seen scrambling up the wall. They are trying to decide where they will position their talagMIGHTY good time AMY L. ROYSTER EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Caves connote mystery. Dark caverns weave underneath the earth forming intricate pathways inticing adventurous spirits to explore where often few men have been before. Just as caves offer a mysterious allure, many cavers are equally secretive about where they cave. According to Nick Dakas of Greenville's Outpost Trail Shop, cavers frequent the store preparing for trips, but are tight-lipped about where they're headed. "We get a decent amount of people who come in here from all around Dakas said. "A lot of people are real secretive Longtime caver Bill Royster, of Greenville, said most cavers protect the location of their caves because they fear inexperienced cavers could potentially harm themselves or the delicate environment inside the cave. "Putting one's hands on a formation leaves body oils that can have a deleterious effect on some formations Royster said. Dakas said cavers use much of the same equipment used for outdoor climbing, in order to climb and repel within the cave. He also said the shop can order equipment. The outdoor center, a part of Recreation Services offers a trip each year which allows novice cavers to experience the sport of caving safely. For more information contact 328-6387. Whn people who climbed trees as kids, enjoy the mountains and are not afraid of heights Whpn year round in all types of weather conditions Whprp rock faces around the world Equipment rope, harness, caribeaners (may be rented for indoor climbing) mmaJtaJSmmmmmmmm free for outdoor climbing, indoor climbing prices vary according to location It is a rush when I climb to the top. I have personal satisfaction Cathy Smith, ECU student Matt Smith shows it takes strength to make it to the top. PHOTO BY JONATHAN SHEEN body next in order to reach the top. Once they are there, a bell rings signifying that they have made it. They position their body in a sitting motion and scoot down the wall. Murphy, like some others, climbs down. The ECU Recreational Center does not limit climbing to indoor access. They offer day and weekend trips to Stone Mountain State park and Riot Mountain. These trips are offered to the beginning and more advanced rock climbers alike. The Outpost also offers these kinds of trips, as well as equipment and clinics which they keep posted on the board. Nick Dakas, an Outpost employee, said, "Rock climbing is an upcoming sport. I can go out to the most beautiful areas with my buddies and have a great time A.J. Ralmer said he began climbing to overcome his fear of heights. "I have been climbing over a year. It gives me personal satisfaction Climbing does involve personal satisfaction in that it is challenging. Once a person reaches the top of the wall, there is a feeling of having accomplished something important, a material counterpart to Alan Jackson's emotional wall. Freshman Jeff Royster admires stalactites in a cave located in West Virginia. PHOTO BY Bill ROYSTER Paul Hoyte tests his stamina on the wall in the Recreational Center. PHOTO BY JONATHAN BREf N Who people who enjoy going where few have been before and are not claustrophobic or afraid of the dark When year-round as air temp, is constant in a cave Where underneath the earth, particularly in limestone Equipment helmets, lanterns, much of the same equipment used in climbing �MHIIU.1I Tuesday. December 9. 1997 focilS section The East Carolinian SWIMMING with the FISHES AMY L. ROYSTER EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Sunlight shinning through a window is beautiful, but floating underneath the water and seeing sunbeams shinning through the surface of the ocean, is a vision only scuba divers can enjoy for long. Scuba diving, short for self contained underwater breathing apparatus, is a sport which enables people to carry oxygen on their backs in sufficient amounts for allowing exploration of the underwater world. Scuba diving, first used by the military and then by spear fishermen, has evolved into a popular recreational sport. Marilee Cox who, along with husband Larry, own Blue Region Scuba says there are several reasons scuba diving has become so popular. "One of the greates things about scuba is that it is a lifelong sport Cox said. "It's such a stress relief and its popular among the so called generation x Ray Scharf, of ECU's exercise sports science department would agree with Cox. Scharf says scuba classes are especially popular among students. "We have, I would say, one of the best sport diving programs in the country Scharf said. "The courses are in demand Cox said technological advances in equipment are another reason scuba diving has taken off as a recreational sport. Women, Cox said, are partly to thank for the evolution of equipment. "It used to be a very macho daredevil sport, but with advances in training and equipment its become a very safe sport Cox said. "When women started diving they demanded that equipment be more comfortable and safe Most divers say that once you learn how to use the equipment and are trained, scuba diving opens doors into facinating fields of interest. "Scuba opens up a whole new world of knowledge Scharf said. "We work very closely with the scientific programs Scharf pointed out that there are ECU students diving on Blackboard's ship, the Queen Anne's Revenge, which was recently discovered off the coast near Mcorehead City. To become involved in the sport, one must complete a training course offered by a certifying agency, the largest agencies being NAUI, PADI and SSI. The sport is regulated by the Recreational Scuba Training Council (RSTC) which sets standards for training. Dive shops around the world require proof of training before they will rent air tanks. The majority of certifying agencies belong to the RSTC with the exception of PADI. A variety of course options are available in the Greenville area from local dive shops such as Blue Region Scuba and Ocean Wonders Dive Center. The university also offers a three credit hour course called EXSS 2278. The course costs $160, in addition to tuition, and includes all major equipment and charters. The univeristy offers an advanced course for no credit and a master diver and dive instructor course for three credit hours each. All university courses offer NAUI certifications. Scuba enthusiasts share a fascination for the underwater world. "When I was little I was always fascinated Water babies, marine animal lovers, and those who want to experience weightlessness Whon year round depending on equipmenttraining lOttiaEe. anywhere there's water iment Mask, fins and snorkel should be purchased. Other equipment may be rented at local dive shops. Price Seniors Micheal Putnam and toy Mackenzie hang around on the bottom at about 45ft during a in Freaport Bahamas. PHOTO BY BAMES C0U by being underwater and by the ability to stay underwater said Barnes Cole, a sophomore geography major. According to Scharf, astronauts must first learn to dive before receiving further weightlessness training. "Where else can you be gravity free?" Scharf asks. "It's a whole new world University course: $160 11 ii Vii Local shops: about $260 "When I was little I was always fascinated by being underwater and by the ability to stay underwater Barnes Cole Sophomore, geography major A grouper and a lobster were part of the abundant Site on a reef in Grand Cayman PHOTO BY BMMESCOIE years ago which ranked scuba diving right behind While Cox stresses the importance of keeping ba9ng m a list rf dangerous sports. scuba skills up to date, she cites a study done four Hangin' around Pat Reid SENIOR WRITER life in Greenville got you down? You don't feel like shelling out the bucks for a big time movie on a little time screen, no good bands are playing and your usual hang-outs are looking way past routine. Does this all sound frighteningly familiar? Then break away and experience the adventures that wait only a few hours away. In a mere two-and-a-half to three hours (depending on how you go) you could be driving along the beach on North Carolina's beautiful Outer Banks. Of course, it's a little cold this time of year for swimming or sunbathing, so what else is there to do? Thanks to Outer Banks Outdoors and Kitty Hawk Kites there's plenty. Of course the thing that KHK is probably best known for is hang gliding. In fact, the inventor of hang gliding lives on the Outer Banks himself and, despite his getting along in years, he still manages to get in frequent flying time. Now, most people turn pale at the thought of soaring above the ground with a sheet and some aluminum strapped to their body. But beginner hang gliding isn't like that at all. In fact, for the beginner course you only get a few feet off the ground and even if you crash, the soft sand of Jockey's Ridge keeps you from pain or injury. Of course perhaps the idea of frying through the clouds is for you. If so, tandem hang gliding may be for you. In tandem hang gliding you and an instructor are lifted in the air by boat in the summer and by ultralight in the winter. Depending on which package you desire you can go up to 1,500 or 2,000 ft. Once you reach your destination altitude, you are cut free from the tow craft and it is now your job to land the glider. If you panic or start to mess up, the instructor is right there to guide you along. Still, there are many who have no desire to feel their feet leave the ground. So why not try a kayak ecotour? Outer Banks Outdoors offers 12 different kayak tours ranging from leisurely floating down canals to going out searching for dolphins. Most cost $30-$40 which includes all your equipment and expert guides. Or, for the real adventure in you, package deals are available for multiple kayak excursions. Does kayaking sound too challenging for you? Don't knock it until you've tried it. With your guide to help you along and provide instruction, you'll be paddling like a pro in no time. Plus, in a Who people who want to fly like an eagle Ihett year round except in poor weather conditions Whfiffi Sophomore geography major Barnes Cole hangs with a tandem instructor at about 1500 ft near the outerbanks of North Carolina PHOTO BT OUTERBANKS OUTDOORS rock faces and sand dunes around the world Fqiiipmpnt Equipment rental suggested for novices kayak you can go where few other craft can fit or maneuvet This allows you to get intimately close with many species of plants and ducks. Muskrats can often be seen as well. Rr the real nature fanatic, summer tours often see many varieties of snakes along the shore as well. Still, if paddling doesn't quite appeal to you either, you could always rent gear ranging from in-line skates and bikes to wind riders and catamarans. Or just stop by their shop and try the rock climbing wall. Perhaps you just want a quiet weekend at the beach to take in some sights. Besides being a great historical location, thanks in part to the Wright Brothers, the Outer Banks offers many public events throughout the year. The next event like this, "Kites With Lights was December 6. Kite enthusiasts from all over were there to provide a unique show on Jockey's Ridge in Kitty Hawk. No TnWtter what you're in to, if it is outdoorsy, there is a way to do it on the Outer Banks. So, next time you're sitting at home planning another boring weekend, pick up the phone, gather some friends and do something totally different. There's a whole world of excitement and adventure out there just waiting for you. Price For the 2,000 foot l�naiWfeW!5BflUISioo For dune instruction: $25 and up. 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