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November: A Very Hairy Paradise
The short lived South Georgia autumn is upon us and wintertime is knocking at our doors. Before you know it you will be decking the halls and lighting overpriced gingerbreadscented candles that you snagged from Bed, Bath and Beyond. Although the sound of crunchy leaves and snow compacting under the pressure of boot heels are not denizen to Southern ears, the transitional period does bring an element of change across the whole nation. That change may range from the purchasing of pumpkin spiced lattes to stocking up on canned green beans for mom’s famous casserole. It could be something less food-centric like protecting your bare face with a layer of hair for the “No-Shave November” or “Movember” movements. The “Movember” movement has become more popular since it first started in Australia over a decade ago when a few friends grew moustaches to raise money for prostate research. In 2013, more than 1.1 million men registered worldwide, raising more than $120 million, according to the Movember annual report. Contrary to popular belief, No-Shave November is not the same as Movember, although the two have often been used interchangeably. “Noshember”, the abbreviated title of No-Shave November, is all about “unity through hair” and Movember focuses on men’s health issues
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like prostate cancer. The concept of Noshember is to grow awareness by embracing your hair, which many cancer patients lose through chemotherapy. Both organizations, Noshember and Movember, urge participants to donate the money you would usually spend on shaving and grooming for a month to educate about cancer prevention, save lives, and aid those fighting the battle. Tyler Barber, a senior Business major, was slightly confused on the distinction between the two movements as well as many others. “I thought they were just different names for the same thing,” he admitted. “I used to not shave anyway and it just happened to be November, then I found out about the cause, so I was like of course I should support research for prostate cancer.” Students like pre-professional biology major Brian Walsh shared similar sentiments on growing facial hair. “Originally I did it just because it was a fad, but apparently it’s for men’s prostate cancer awareness,” Walsh said. “The truth is I frequently grow my beard out so I figured I might as well shave it and let it grow. It’s just fun. People pay attention to it and then ask you why you’re doing no-shave.” Most participants have only recently realized that the movement was for an actual cause. But for some Mariners the trend is old news. Zak Grant, an American Studies
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major, shared his No-Shave November beginnings. “I’ve done it before but that was back in high school when I was raising money for prostate cancer,” Grant said. “I found out about it my ninth-grade year because that’s when I actually started growing facial hair. I had older friends who did it and that made me want to research it.”
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By now the stubble is slowly peeking through fresh faces across campus and by the end of the month you might encounter some flocculent fellows or even a few whiskered women supporting the cause. Females who take part in the trend are few and far between, but still a small percentage of the participants out there.
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Verizon Power Outage. Verizon November 1, 6:45 p.m. – Officers reported to campus police that 29 sites searched a Lakeside dorm room after a were down. Resident Assistants were report of marijuana being hidden inside. notified and students were advised October 23, 8:45 p.m.– Officers October 27, 8:15 p.m. – Concerned Searched turned up nothing. The case is to call 911 in case of an emergency. responded to a medical emergency at the students at Lakeside called their ongoing. Phones and computers were up and campus center. A student had collapsed Resident Assistant in reference to running again after about two hours. and hit his head as he fell. EMS was marijuana being smoked in the Lakeside November 2, 9:02 a.m. – Concerned notified by a friend who had witnessed Parking Lot. Officers were unable to Students notified RA’s of a smell of November 5, 1 a.m. – Coastal Place the incident. He was transported to the find the suspects, but have increased marijuana coming from a dorm room. Apartments security guard reported hospital for further evaluation. patrol through the parking lots. Officers responded and charges are the smell of marijuana coming from pending. the vents in the lobby. The dorm room October 24, 3 p.m. – While parked and October 29, 12:42 p.m. – Officers that is connected to the same vents unattended the campus patrol car was responded to an accident in the Coffin November 3, 2:30 p.m. – Officers has been identified. This case is under hit by a faculty member. Georgia State Parking lot responded to a report of an assault in the investigation. Patrol responded to the scene. Main Parking lot. The victim reported October 29, 2 p.m. – Officers being punched in the face by a former November 7, 6:39 p.m. Resident October 24, 1:20 a.m. – Officers responded alongside Brunswick Police roommate. The suspect had fled the Assistants in Lakeside Village received received a report of a strong odor of Department to a fight call involving scene prior to the officer’s arrival. The a tip from several concerned students marijuana outside a room at Lakeside. weapons near campus. But when officers victim declined EMS transport and was that someone was repeatedly smoking The smell could not be detected upon arrived on scene all parties were gone. referred to the Glynn County Court marijuana in their dorm room. Officers officers’ arrival. The case is under System. located the marijuana and took it investigation. October 31, 9 p.m. – Resident into evidence. This case is still under Assistants notified Campus Police of November 4, 8:43 p.m. – Campus investigation. October 26, 10:02 a.m. – Brunswick a marijuana odor coming from a dorm Emergency phone and campus Fire Department responded to a fire room at Lakeside. Charges are pending. computers were down due to a major
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The Ebola Epedemic Explained
By Drew C. Miller Editor in Chief
On December 5, 2013 the first possible death related to the recent outbreak of Ebola took the life of a Guinean toddler identified only as Emile, deemed “Patient Zero.” The virus infected her sister and grandmother. Mourners were infected at the grandmother’s subsequent funeral and spread the virus further. The ongoing Ebola outbreak has killed nearly 5,000 people worldwide and has made contact in eight different countries; Guinea, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Mali, Nigeria, Senegal, Spain, and the United States of America. The disease first appeared in 1976 in Nzara, Sudan, and Yambuku, Democratic Republic of Congo. The latter occurred in a village near the Ebola River, from which the disease derives its name. According to BBC.com, the total number of reported cases in the most recent outbreak is in excess of 13,500. The outbreak case fatality rate is around 50 percent. The World Health Organization provides that the Ebola virus disease is a severe and often fatal illness in humans. EVD is transmitted via infected animals found ill or dead in the rainforest, and spreads through human-to-human contact via direct contact with blood, secretions, organs, and other bodily fluids of infected humans on surfaces and even within materials contaminated with these infected fluids. Severe influenza-like symptoms categorize the onset of Ebola and can eventually develop into loss of breath, dizziness, internal hemorrhaging which leads to internal bleeding, and eventually death if treatment is unavailable. While there are no currently licensed Ebola vaccines, two potential candidates are undergoing evaluation by the WHO. Liberia serves as a hotbed for the deadly epidemic. Still in recovery from the Liberian Civil Wars that ravaged the land from 1989-2003, a weak social infrastructure coupled with an extremely weak dialogue between the community and its extremely corrupt government exists; aiding in the spread of misinformation, miseducation, and ultimately the spread of the disease through lack of proper knowledge and proper hygiene in a land Pages designed by: Alvin Fernando
categorized as a third world country by nationsonline.org. While EVD devastates Western Africa, treatment options are few are far between. Those believed to be infected must be transported to holding centers via ambulance. From the holding centers, those infected are transported to Emergency Treatment Centers. The main problem is that all holding centers and ETC are perpetually filled to capacity. Associated Press reports"We have been working furiously trying to set up treatment centers but (incoming patients) have been outpacing our ability to set them up," said Dr. Frank Mahoney, co-lead of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control team in Liberia. Another problem is the lacking in numbers of ambulances to transport those that are sick. Those transported to the centers may not even suffer from symptoms of Ebola. Malaria and Cholera runs rampant in West Africa and have very similar symptoms. This adds to the confusion of diagnosing the sick, and how to go about proper treatment. Ebola first hit American soil on 5 August 2014 when American missionary stricken with EDV flew into Atlanta from Liberia. 19 September 2014. Infected with EVD, native Liberian Eric Duncan flew to Texas. After days of treatment, he died on 8 October 2014. Days later, The New York Times reported that the CDC confirmed a nurse treating Duncan in Texas who was found to be positive for the Ebola virus. This was the first known case of the disease to be contracted in the United States. A second health care worker treating Duncan was confirmed to have contracted the disease after contact with Duncan. Both workers have recovered. On October 23, a doctor working with Doctors Without Borders flew into in New York City from Guinea. Days later his infection was confirmed. Should the American general public be concerned with getting infected? What is the chance that one could get infected? "Minimal," said Carol Wratten, M.D. / Chief Quality Officer for the Seton Health Care Family located in Texas. "It's less than being struck by lightning. It is not that easy to catch." The American healthcare system and local government agencies have teamed
up to create Ebola Crisis Plans in case of the near-impossible outbreak of Ebola in America. While we should not be concerned with our population getting infected with
such a horrendous disease, it is at least our minimal duty to recognize what is happening in West Africa at this very moment within the context of the global spectrum.
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When Reality Hits The Public
By Na’chanelle Brown Staff Writer
Another successful edition of the “Let’s Talk, Coastal” discussion series took place on October 28. The most recent edition focused on domestic violence and used recent incidents with professionals athletes as a starting point. Domestic violence has been an ongoing problem within the sports world over the course of the year. One particular case that has sparked national controversy involves Baltimore Ravens’ running back Ray Rice and his then-fiancée (now wife) Janay Rice. A video of Ray punching Janay unconscious and dragging her out of an elevator surfaced earlier this year via TMZ. There has been an unfortunate myriad of examples; Minnesota Viking’s running back Adrian Peterson received an indictment on felony charges over child abuse (he pled to a lesser charge last week). Women’s soccer star Hope Solo allegedly assaulted her sister and nephew last
summer. Jeffrey Taylor of the Charlotte Hornets was arrested on one count of domestic violence after attacking his girlfriend. Such examples create the need for a conversation directed at attaining solutions to the ongoing problem. The discussion, hosted by the Department of Student Affairs, brought forth the reality that domestic violence is an issue that effects all of us closer than we may think. One of the panelists whom is also an educator at the college shared a personal story of her battle with domestic violence as it took part in her marriage. She spoke of growing up in a household where domestic violence was prevalent and how she believes observing those behaviors aided to her issues in her relationships. Domestic violence does not have a target demographic meaning that anyone can be effected; female, male, heterosexual, homosexual, young and old. What can we do about this problem? Obviously there is a need for a policy change in institutions like the NFL and NBA so that athletes can be held more accountable for violence against others. Through awareness and action individuals can make policy holders
see the damage domestic violence causes. Individuals may become an active member of the fight against domestic violence. To do so one must begin with taking steps toward educating yourself and others. Know and understand that abuse is not always physical; it can be verbal and psychological as well. Next, know certain character traits that can be associated with abusers. These can
range from extreme jealousy to being overly sensitive or manipulative. In order to combat abusive relationships we must know the warning signs. If you or someone you know is being effected by domestic violence, help is available. The National Domestic Violence Hotline is available 24/7 in over 170 languages at 1-800799-(SAFE)7233. Hold an abuser accountable.
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- Coastal’s Got Talent Stembler Theatre 8 p.m.
- Career Corner Campus Center 11 a.m.
- Sexual Assault Awareness Program Stembler Theater 7 p.m.
- Career Corner Campus Center 11 a.m.
- “All Quiet on the Western Front” Cinema Gourmet at the Historic Ritz Theatre 6:30 p.m.
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- Dr. Cameron Lippard: nov 19 Being Brown in Dixie - Open Mic Stembler Theater Camden Auditorium 3:45 p.m. - Coffeehouse - Coastal Scholars Campus Center Dr. George Dupuy 8 p.m. Stembler Theatre
- Talk by Dr. Charles Jaret, Immigrants & Electoralectoral Politics in GA 12:30 p.m.
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National Roll Call Day: Remembering the Fallen By Joseph Matheny Crow’s Nest Contributor On November 6, VALOR, the College of Coastal Georgia’s Military Veteran student organization hosted Nation Roll Call Day. Held at the Anthony A. Alaimo Plaza, the moving ceremony honored the nation’s fallen heroes during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. Last week’s ceremony was the second in as many years. The guest speaker for the event was Ret. Marine Corps. Gen. Robert Magnus who brought home the message that freedom isn’t free. “The sacrifices of our military, which surpasses race, color, gender, and religion, is a testimony to the American spirit and the American way of life,” Magnus said. Also on hand was Brunswick Mayor Cornell Harvey (D). When Harvey spoke to the crowd on hand, he echoed the sentiments of VALOR. “The men and women we named today, along with many before and after, wrote a blank check payable to the United States of America and her citizens with their blood, sweat, tears, and even lives if duty called for it,” Harvey said. Shawn Boatright, president of VALOR said, “The annual roll call is a tribute to the American Veteran and the sacrifices made not only by the service member, but by the loved ones left behind carrying on the memories of our fallen heroes.”
Top Left: Service Member Combat Cross Below: From Left to Right: VALOR Officers, Pres. Shawn Boatright, AA, Lt. Johnny Davis, V.P. Joey Matheny Bottom Left: Gen. Robert Magnus (USMC Retired) Bottom Right: Brunswick High School NJROTC Drill Team Lowering The Colors During Ceremony.
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Coastal Students Choose Their Own Path
By Alaric Shearer Staff Writer
Have you ever wondered what spiritual or religious views the person sitting next to you believes in? Have you ever wondered how their belief system may differ from yours? A super hero like Thor may be only thought of just another comic strip to you, but at one point in human history he was believed to be a deity among many other Gods. For College of Coastal Georgia sophomore Jeremy Pacini, believing in Neo-paganism comes naturally because of his Viking heritage. Encyclopedia Britannica defines Neo-Paganism as “…any of several spiritual movements that attempt to revive the ancient polytheistic religions of Europe and the Middle East.” Essentially, the threads of NeoPaganism attempt to revive authentic temples and rituals of ancient cultures. In modern times, people with romantic feelings toward nature and deep ecological concerns, gravitate to the old religions that have been modified to fit today’s society. Pacini explained that he has an alter at home that has a pot holding incense
that when lit it would carry the smoke up to Asgard, the home of the Viking idols. From time-to-time Pacini will have a bonfire in a grove near his home and perform his version of an ancient ceremony, which includes chanting, drum beating and meditation. Interestingly enough, Pacini claims that it brings him self-worth and at the outset, was a way for him to challenge his parents’ heavily conservative Christian beliefs. “The Asatru belief is said to be an interesting counter to Christianity,” said Pacini. In stark contrast to Pacini, sophomore Morgan Crean is a Southern Baptist who was indoctrinated in to his church by one of his friends. Southern Baptist belief incorporates the Bible as the main authority over lifestyle choices; inspired by the Christian God’s divinely inspired revelation of himself to man and believed to be true, trustworthy, and without error. To Crean, Christianity is not simply a label, but a way of life. “The fact that I have something to believe in and hope for is something to give him a peace of mind when it comes to life after death,” said Crean. Believing there is something out there that ultimately bestows hope and
faith in the world is one main reason many college students develop and partake in religion. There are people out there that do not always want to make an attempt at figuring out the spiritual and religious side of life based on the different philosophical, scientific, and social questions and quandaries that may ultimately disprove the existence of a higher power in their own minds. An Agnostic is a person who believes that nothing is known or can be known of the existence of nature of God or of anything beyond material phenomena; a person who claims neither faith nor disbelief in God. As an Agnostic, Junior LaDoente Clemons shares this belief. Clemons “really enjoys studying and reading about the building blocks of life and what it has to offer.” “These studies makes me free to believe in what I want,” Clemons continued. “The idea of the existence or non existence of a God does not keep me up at night.” However, others, like senior William Marino, aren’t willing to dismiss religion entirely. In fact, as an Eclectic Pagan, Marino pulls lessons and traditions from religions around the world and across time. Eclectic traditions can best be
defined through their participants and the practices of those participants. Eclecticism can mean that the participant's practice is an accumulation of different influences, ranging from Native American to Celtic to Asian, with the participant drawing from each tradition as they are inspired and comfortable. Conventionally, this type of practice is called syncretism, where many different cultural and religious paths are the inspiration for a particular path's practices. Marino says that being an Eclectic allows for the formation of your own beliefs. “This type of belief uses an internal morality of one’s self,” Marino said. “You grow up believing what is moral in the world instead of reading it out of a book.” The college experience doesn’t just include health or classes or even relationships; it also includes religion or at least the belief that there is something out there that is bigger than yourself. There are loads of different beliefs that people haven’t even heard of that are more interesting than anyone would have guessed. It is an aspect of reality that you can - and should - explore throughout your college experience.
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BEARDS: CONTINUED FROM FRONT COVER “I don’t mind if women are doing it - I say ‘go for it!’” Barber said. “As guys, we support research and awareness for breast cancer, you know? They can support all they want and cheer those on with prostate cancer or other men’s health issues.” “If you want to support it, support it. It’s a little gross but hey if you want to do it, just go ahead and do it” Walsh chimed in. “Don’t worry about what other people have to say. “On the flipside, there are women who don’t shave in general but who am I to judge you, especially if you’re doing it to raise awareness.” Austin Brown, a Pre-Dental major strongly disagreed initially as he was fearful of an army of hairy legged women. “Well actually, if they wear pants I’m alright with it,” Brown said. “I just don’t want to see [hairy legs]. It’s really nasty.” Coastal Ecology major and No Shave November participant, Amanda Kline shared a female perspective. “I just want to shout-out to the other girls participating. Who cares about what other people think?” said Kline, a senior. “If you don’t want to shave then, don’t shave because honestly, shaving sucks. Shaving sucks. Cancer sucks. Beards, mustaches, and fund raising are awesome. To help ease any possible confusion further, some of the differences and similarities between No Shave November and Movember have been provided. Shaving: One of the most obvious
things that No Shave November and Movember have in common is they both involve people not shaving facial hair. Movember, however, focuses singularly on the mustache. People are encouraged to grow out a mustache and keep it groomed during the 11th month of the year. No Shave November, however, is when men and women agree not to shave their beards or legs. While Movember does not exclude women from participating, few females would want to show off the hair on their upper lip. No Shave November is a little more inclusive. Rules: The six rules for Movember are pretty concise, the most critical includes shaving on the first of the month to make sure there is no “cheating.” No Shave November rules are a little more lenient. The “rules” are essentially just don’t shave, and the official site points out the different weeks when men versus boys, and women too, might start to look ridiculous after not shaving for a certain period of time. Charities: No Shave November does not support or vet any charities or organizations. Instead, there is a portion of the site reserved for other charities to promote themselves. Movember, however, strongly encourages participants to donate money to its foundation to raise awareness for testicular and prostate cancers, and men’s mental health awareness. Movember also holds events and encourages mustache-growers to throw parties to raise awareness and money.
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Coastal Georgia Alum Makes Music Video
By Will Mitchell Crow’s Nest Contributor
In late August, College of Coastal Georgia alumnus Nick Bryant filmed a music video entitled, “St. Augustine”. The video project took place in parts of Brunswick, and Jacksonville over the course of several days. Bryant stated that the music video – his first – was intended to reach out to his local fans and increase his reception for more audiences. The director, Monteze Webb, or better known by the alias of “Superstar 6”, was handling both the entire production, and the necessary equipment to shoot the video. When I interviewed him, the young director said that he and Bryant met each other while they were both CCGA students nearly four years ago at one of the first editions of the hit event “Coastal’s Got Talent” hosted by Overboard Entertainment. Superstar 6 said he has been making videos for five years. Along with his video experience, Superstar 6 owns a recording company called Outer Space Music. Considering that he was a former CCGA student studying Business Administration; Superstar 6 is well rounded at booking and business, with various artists under his record
label. The ambitious director was even confident enough to say that the reputation of his company was going to become more legitimate than ever before. “We’re doing big things right now bro,” he said. “I’ve been getting contacts from all over the region to help me open doors for my label, and Nick Bryant is one of them.” For Bryant, he felt that the video was both fun and awkward. While on set, Bryant even admitted that the filming production was an entirely new experience. “When we were filming, I had to act and lip sync my verses while the song was playing in the background,” Byrant said. “That alone made me feel kind of silly.” With the song named after Florida’s oldest city and Bryant being a native of Atlanta, there were a few questions about the symbolism of the title. “The song is about my bad experiences with showbiz,” Bryant said. “I did a show in St. Augustine and I got ripped off.” Bryant used the ordeal to drive him to become even more ambitious with his music. The song was released late last year, giving Bryant plenty of time to plot out the scenes of the video.
College of Coastal Georgia graduate Nick Byrant recently made his first music video. Photo provided
Though the vision of his music video was clear, the experience at St. Augustine had shed light on his passion for music that he had since his youth, with his family being the prime influence. Overall, Nick Bryant and Superstar 6 are proud of their accomplishment. They put in a lot of work to make the video stand out, and they do not regret anything about it. The music video “St. Augustine” has already been finished with editing and is now streaming online on YouTube, Facebook, and other social
networks. The experience that Bryant had has indeed opened his eyes to bigger view of his talent and ambitions. Nick Bryant is determined showcase his music to bring in more fans by anyway possible. “This is going to be awesome, I’ve already planned on showing the video to campus, but I don’t know if I’m going do it through Overboard Entertainment, or for my album release party,” he said. “It was a lot of work, but we did it, and hopefully this video will open more doors for me.”
November Holidays Prevalent Around the World
By Kenneth Kagika Staff Writer
Thanksgiving is fast approaching in the United States. In Canada it has already passed. The U.S. and Canada both share a Thanksgiving tradition, however the dates are different. What countries have holidays in November? Angola November 11th Independence Day Angola celebrates its independence from Portugal in November 11th 1975, after the war of independence which lasted from 1961-1974. Algeria November 1 Anniversary of Revolution Algeria successfully revolted against French colonialism on November 1, 1954. Pages designed by: Alvin Fernando
Australia 1st Monday in November Recreation Day Recreation Day is a public holiday in northern Tasmania where many workers take the day off, resulting in the closing of many institutions. People take time off to relax and hang out with their families and loved ones. Bahrain November 2-3 Day of Ashura Day of Ashura marks the climax of the Remembrance of Muharra, commemorated by Sunni Muslims as the day of which Israelites were freed from the Pharaoh. Traditionally, Ashura commemorates two events: the day Noah left the ark and the day Moses was saved from the Egyptians by Allah. Belgium November 11 Armistice Day This holiday commemorates the armistice signed between the Allies of World War 1 and the Axis powers; resulting in the ceasefire of The Great
War. Brazil November 2 All Souls’ Day El Dia de Los Muertos, Dia de Finados for Brazil, is not celebrated as a party like it happens in Mexico. Finados is a day to pray for the dead. Some people, especially Catholics, go to the cemetery and offer flowers to their dead relatives and friends. Some people go to churches, due to the religious connection. Cote d’voire November 15 National Peace Day On national peace day cote d’voire (Ivory Coast) celebrates a call to freedom and peace after having a series of coups and violent upheavals. Czech Republic November 17 Struggle for freedom and Democracy day Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day commemorates uprisings by Czech students against totalitarian regimes. Nazis killed nine Czech students and
professors on 17 November 1939 after student demonstrations, prompting the closure of Czech universities and institutes for three years. Commonwealth of Dominica November 4 Community Service Day A day devoted to beautifying and the cleanup of communities throughout Dominica. USA November (entire month) Native American Heritage Month Native American Heritage Month is held every November and celebrates the culture and heritage of the Native Americans in the US Each country is unique in their ways of practices and customs within their own cultures. Here at The Crow’s Nest, we wish you a safe and Happy Thanksgiving this Fall Break.
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By Ahmasi Joseph Crow’s Nest Contributor The Art Club and Español de la Costa hosted the first Día de los Muertos Celebration here on campus. All three clubs worked together to make the celebration come to life. The Español de la Costa did a bake sale, and worked with the Art club to create paper skeletons and marigolds; two important symbols of the deceased in Mexican culture. In order to know what is being celebrated, one must understand it. What is Dia de los Muertos? Translated as Day of the Dead, Dia de los Muertos is a holiday primarily celebrated in Mexico but observed in many parts of the world in other cultures including but not limited to Europe, Latin America, The United States, The Philippines, Micronesia, and Oceana. The celebration originates from the Aztec culture inhabiting Mexico hundreds of years ago. Lasting all month, an Aztec festival dedicated to the goddess Mictecacihuatl, the Lady of the Dead was celebrated during the ninth of the Aztec calendar, which is about the beginning of August. The celebration in the modern era takes place through October 31, November 1 and November 2, in connection with the triduum of Allhallowtide: All Hallows' Eve, Hallowmas, and All Souls' Day. Traditions connected with the holiday include building private altars called ofrendas, or offerings, honoring the deceased using sugar skulls, marigolds, and the favorite foods and beverages of the departed, and visiting graves with these as gifts. They would also leave possessions of the deceased like toys or trinkets. The holiday has spread throughout the Catholic world, being absorbed within other deep traditions for honoring the dead. In Mexico, it happens to be a holiday that has become a national symbol and as such is taught in the nation's schools. Families who are more religious and involved with the Catholic Church celebrate "All Saints Day." The Day of the Dead was not always celebrated in the provinces of northern
Mexico. This area was dominated by other indigenous peoples that had limited to no Mesoamerican influence. Said residents did not begin to practice the Day of the Dead until the 20th century. Before this, the people and the Catholic church of northeastern Mexico rejected the ceremony in because it was perceived as a result of syncretizing pagan elements with Catholicism. These residents began holding the traditional 'All Saints Day' in the same way as other Catholics in the world did. During the early 21st century in northern Mexico, Día de los Muertos became increasingly observed by the population because the Mexican government made the practices and rituals a national holiday. Coupled with the educational policies promoting Dia de los Muertos in the 1960s, the Mexican government has attempted to use the holiday as a unifying national tradition in the northern part of the country. College of Coastal Georgia’s celebration was amazing. Latin ballroom dancing lessons were offered. Mexican food was provided, and did not last long on the table. The talented members of the Art club did face paintings on students of Mexican sugar skulls. Adding an interesting twist to the celebration and keeping up with Georgia tradition, Español de la Costa showed the Georgia v. Florida game in the Stembler Theater.
Glynn County Health Department Family Planning and Women’s Services Patients: Our Family Planning Program is changing.
What’s changing?
All patients seeking Family Planning services, including birth control, are asked to bring a photo ID and Family Planning patients over the age of 19 should bring proof of income to their next visit.
We’ve added some low cost fees for services and those fees will be based on income or lack of income.
Why?
What hasn’t changed? The Glynn County Health Department is committed to providing high quality Family Planning services in an atmosphere of caring and respect.
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For more information on what’s new about our Family Planning Program, call the Glynn County Health Department at 912-264-3961 or go to www.gachd.org/glynn. Email us: crowsnest@ccga.edu
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Carter’s corner Locals and fellow mariners have been catching huge sharks the past few weeks in the Golden Isles. Mariners Kyle Meyer, Colton Chester, and Kurt Ricks have been fighting with these beasts off of the St. Simons pier as well as Cole Bobo in the St. Simons Sound. Here’s how you can catch a shark like the one pictured to the right. 1. Right Equipment: Reel that will hold 500-700 yards of clear 50-pound test and a rod in the 50 to 80-pound class. You will also need a 10/0 hook with a wire leader. Kurt Ricks suggests that you use bonita as your bait due to how bloody it is: blood + saltwater = sharks. I also recommend you get a fighting belt to make it easier on yourself-- they’re truly powerful creatures! 2. Right Tactics: “We recommend that you use a balloon rig to float your bait out at least 150 yards or get someone to paddle the bait out. You want your bait far away and out in deep water to catch big sharks,” Colton Chester said. 3. Right Techniques: When fighting big fish, especially big sharks, you will want your drag to be set at half way. If the shark is running, then let it run and don’t try to fight it. When it has slowed down pull up on the rod to put pressure on the shark, then reel back down and repeat. 4. Right Places: The St. Simons Sound is full of huge sharks. It is actually one of the biggest breeding grounds for sharks on the East Coast. Fish from either the pier or off the beach (at low tide) by Kings Way Village.
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Here at Coastal, a large proportion of our studentathletes are from abroad. They come from many different countries as close as Canada and as far as Australia, but they are all here with the same goal: win games and get a degree. Our men’s golf team has the smallest amount of international student athletes, who only make up 10 percent (one of 10) of the team. Next smallest is women’s golf, which is made up of 14 percent (just one of seven) international student-athletes. Men’s basketball has 18 percent (two of 11), women’s basketball has and even 50 percent (four of eight). Yet, the men’s and women’s tennis teams have the highest rates of international student-athletes of any sport on campus. The men’s team boasts 66 percent (six of nine) international players, and women’s tennis has 71 percent (five of seven) international. So the question is: why are the rates of international players so high in the tennis program? Head tennis coach Kemper Baker told The Crow’s Nest that of all the sports Coastal Georgia offers tennis simply has the most international popularity. “Tennis is the second-most popular sport in the entire world,” Baker said. “This creates a huge international pool that Coastal can dip into to recruit international tennis players.” While sports like football and basketball are huge in America, they are not as popular worldwide – although basketball is growing. Therefore, football and basketball players are mostly recruited in the U.S., where the sport is most popular, while tennis players can be recruited from all over the world, because the sport is so popular across the globe. So how did so many international tennis players end up playing at Pages designed by: Alvin Fernando
Coastal? Rhan Burton, a sophomore psychology major from Australia, said he was connected to CCGA through a recruiter. Baker elaborated on the process, saying that there are international recruiting services that connect athletes with potential schools. Baker said while he may get contacted by several random recruiters in a given day, there are a few international recruiters that he knows personally and works with to bring international student-athletes to the College. Also, according to current players, word of mouth goes a long way in recruitment. Joel Hunter, freshman business major from Australia, said that he found out about Coastal Georgia through his friend Rhan, who landed at CCGA the previous year. When international students apply to come to Coastal Georgia, there are three priorities that the coaches and administrators look for in a potential Mariner. The first, and most important, is the student’s academic personality. They want to bring students to Coastal who will be successful in the classroom and ultimately graduate. Next, they look at the athletic skill set of the applicant, and try to judge how well they will mesh with the team. They are trying to make sure that they bring in players who are good at their sports, and who will help build up the entire team overall. “Coach Baker has done an excellent job making sure the international student athletes he has brought in have met all of the standards that have been set in place,” said Coastal Georgia’s athletic director Dr. William “Bee” Carlton. After a student is accepted as a student athlete to CCGA, they move from their respective homes into Lakeside Village, the College’s oncampus residence hall. Though they may feel a slight tinge of homesickness and miss their families or friends from time to time, most of the international student-athletes reported that the
transition to America was fairly smooth. They did not report having any type of extreme culture shock, which may seem surprising for people who just moved to Coastal Georgia. But, they said they feel right at home with their teammates. “I consider the tennis team to be my new family, making southeast Georgia my new home away from home.” said freshman Emy Alplund hailing from Lund, Sweden. Having so many international students here on campus gives us a great opportunity to expand our worldviews, because most CCGA students hail from the Glynn, McIntosh, Camden, Wayne and Brantley Counties in Southeast Georgia.
American tennis player Alden Minick, a sophomore business major from Valdosta, reported that she enjoyed being introduced to the cultures of her foreign teammates, and being able to experience them firsthand. Having them in the classroom and on the court goes a long way to help diversify our campus, she said. There are things we can learn from our international classmates as well. Head tennis coach Baker said that he always noticed how impressed the international athletes are by our higher education system. They appreciate it, and do not take it for granted. Maybe even more so than Americans, they make the best of their experience at Coastal Georgia.
Australian tennis player Rhan Stinson, one of the college’s many student-athletes, seen practicing on Marta B. Torrey Tennis Complex. Photo by The Crow’s Nest Staff.
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Let the Games Begin: Mariner Basketball
By Garrett C. Dutton Sports Columnist
The Coastal Georgia’s men and women’s basketball programs tipped off their 2014 campaign Halloween weekend as they traveled to Mount Vernon, Georgia to participate in the annual Brewton- Parker tournament. The Coastal women advanced with victories over Voorhees College 75-63, and Morris College, 92-82. The men however were not so fortunate, dropping the first two games of the season to Voorhees and Morris, 91-95 and 98-109, respectively. Coming off two close losses the Mariner men hosted Edward Waters in their homeopener inside Howard Coffin Gym, on November 4. In a game that highlighted not only starters but also everyone of the bench, the Mariners cruised to an 81-73 victory. “One of our biggest goals this season is to win at home,” head coach Jesse Watkins said. “If we win at home the fans will come back for more, and there is nothing like having the support of a packed crowd.” The men shot 57.6 percent from the
Men’s head coach, Jesse Watkins addresses the team during a recent home-game in the Howard Coffin gymnasium. Photo provided by Mariner Athletic Department.
field in the first half, and were 9-for-14 from behind the arc. The end of game stats posted three Coastal players in double figures, Corey Harris, Andrew Reid, and Reggie Burke who led the team in scoring with a game-high of 23 points. Freshmen Corey Harris says, “on the
offensive everything flows great, but great defense is what wins championships. If we can continue building defensively, we will be a major problem in this conference.” Meanwhile, (2-0) Coastal women tested their stature against NCAA Division I Georgia Southern in an exhibition game.
The Eagles claimed victory 114-60, and the Mariners gained composure while not suffering a tally in the loss column. In the contest Coastal Georgia senior Olivia Melvin, from Statesboro, Ga, scored 18 points and snagged seven rebounds for the Mariners in front of her hometown fans. “Nothing has changed, I believe the chemistry will grow, but defense and rebounding are some things we will continue to work on all season,” said women’s head coach Jonathon Barbaree. In the official two games the Mariner’s have competed, Melvin leads the team in scoring with 47 followed closely by junior Janne Tullis with 34. Defensively, Tullius and junior Gabby O’ Sullivan have grabbed 13 rebounds apart, a team high. “We are happy to be 3-0 but by all means we are not celebrating,” Barbaree said. “We have a lot to work on and we have bigger goals that we are trying to accomplish. With both the men and women’s basketball conference schedule approaching, the teams will hope to continue to build chemistry and stress defense.
Mariners Ranked 23rd By Garrett C. Dutton Sports Columnist
No. 23 in the NAIA national rankings, the Coastal Georgia women’s volleyball team has dashed the competition during the regular season. The Mariners, 29-1 overall, set a program record with a 3-0 victory over Southeastern at Howard Coffin Gym in their previous Halloween Smashtown Invitational event. Winners of 12 straight, the Mariners sailed through the conference going 18-1, and provided excitement to the campus and students with a dominating 16-0 home record. “I am extremely proud of these athletes, but not because of our record or successes,” head coach Jeff Huebner said. “Each CCGA volleyball player goes through more than anyone else on campus. We are proud of our student athletes because of their daily commitment to one another.” The Mariners have five players in the top ten of the Southern States Athletic Conference for attacking. The team’s leading setter is sophomore Cayley
Meiners with 1,120 assists; and trailing right behind is libero Jennifer Johnson. Freshmen middle-hitter Maddie Bounds leads the team with 262 kills. Sophomore Rachel Amundson, an SSAC player of the week has 261 kills. Even though the leading attackers are underclassmen, Huebner claims the seniors are the backbone of this team. “I believe that we are a product of our seniors,” Huebner continued. “Holly Hammer, Amanda Kline, and Kansas Robison, have commitment to detail and are examples of how to be successful in the postseason.” With a 3-1 victory over Martin Methodist, October 25 the women clinched the SSAC regular-season championship. With postseason in sight, the Mariners are the No. 1 seed in the upcoming SSAC tournament which begins November 13, followed by the NAIA national tournament. “Every week in the locker room we’re all so anxious to hear where we are on the national ranking list,” said Kline. “I don't think there's any nerves going into the conference tournament, because we have been preparing all season.”
From left: Seniors Amanda Kline, Holly Hammer, Kansas Robison led the team to best regular season record in program history, (29-1). Photo provided by Mariner Athletic Department. Email us: crowsnest@ccga.edu
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