Celebrating Black History, Love, andLeaps andBounds
The Mane Issue
Volume 6, Issue 4
February 2009
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Change In This Issue Upcoming Events p. 2 Tech Talk p. 2 Campus News p. 3, 5 Student Profile p. 4 Celebrating Black History Month p. 4
Homecoming p.5 Inauguration Recollections p. 6 Student Commentary p.6 All About Valentine’s Day p. 7 Sports p. 8
February Edition Upcoming Events Wednesday, February 11 9am Health Fair “A Heart for Health” 9:30am Campus Ministry's Food Closet 7pm Mingle with a Movie Thursday, February 12 9:30am Campus Ministry's Food Closet 5:30pm Women's Basketball vs. Snead 7:30pm Men's Basketball vs. Snead Saturday, February 14 Hanceville HS Beauty Pageant 4pm Men's Basketball vs. MMI Sunday, February 15 Deadline for Scholarship Applications Monday, February 16 9:30am Campus Ministry's Food Closet 11am Food for Thought 5:30pm Wmen's Basketball vs. NWSCC 7:30pm Men's Basketball vs. NWSCC Tuesday, February 17 – Saturday, February 21 AL High School NW Regional Basketball Tournament Tuesday, February 17 9:30am Campus Ministry's Food Closet 2pm Baseball vs. Cleveland State
8pm Journey College Bible Study Wednesday, February 18 9:30am Campus Ministry's Food Closet 2pm Baseball vs. E. Central Miss. (DH) Thursday, February 19 9:30am Campus Ministry's Food Closet Friday, February 20 Last Day to Withdraw from Mini Term I 8:30am ASCA District High School Scholar's Bowl Competition Monday, February 23 9:30am Campus Ministry's Food Closet HOMECOMING 5:30pm Wmen's Basketball vs. Gadsden 7:30pm Men's Basketball vs. Gadsden Tuesday, February 24 9:30am Campus Ministry's Food Closet 7pm Community Concert Series 8pm Journey College Bible Study Wednesday, February 25 9:30am Campus Ministry's Food Closet 2pm Baseball vs. CVCC Thursday, February 26 9:30am Campus Ministry's Food Closet 5:30pm Wmen's Basketball vs. Bevill -
From the Editor Last month “The Mane Issue” touted, “new year, new mascot, new Wallace” on our cover. I am pleased to be able to say that it has been a new beginning for our publication as well. With the addition of many new staff members who are always searching for and creating new ways to inform, to entertain, and to provoke thought from Wallace State’s campus family, we have increased readership and received many replies to our articles. In this month’s issue, we seek to celebrate Black History Month, Valentines Day, and the ever-changing history of our country. Of course we will include all of the exciting student commentary, profiles, sports, and campus news that we know you all love, or love to hate. We hope you enjoy the February edition of our humble publication. Thank you for reading, Sam Rolley
Tech Talk
Fayette 6pm Baseball vs. Calhoun CC 7:30pm Men's Basketball vs. Bevill Fayette Friday, February 27 8-3:30p.m. Music Scholarship Auditions Saturday, February 28 10am - Theatre Scholarship Auditions 2pm Baseball vs. Calhoun Monday, March 2 – Sunday, March 8 Men’s & Women’s ACCC Basketball Tournament Monday, March 2 9:30am Campus Ministry's Food Closet 11am Food for Thought Tuesday, March 3 9:30am Campus Ministry's Food Closet 8pm Journey College Bible Study Wednesday, March 4 9:30am Campus Ministry's Food Closet Thursday, March 5 Mini Term I Ends 9:30am Campus Ministry's Food Closet Friday, March 6 Last Day to Apply for Stafford Loan for
Spring term Registration for Mini Term II Monday, March 9 Mini Term II Begins 9:30am Campus Ministry's Food Closet Tuesday, March 10 8am Midpoint Stafford Loan Disbursement 9:30am Campus Ministry's Food Closet 8pm Journey College Bible Study Wednesday, March 11 9:30am Campus Ministry's Food Closet Thursday, March 12 9:30am Campus Ministry's Food Closet Friday, March 13 6pm Baseball vs. Jeff State Saturday, March 14 2pm Baseball vs. Jeff State
Notice! The SGA Dance has been cancelled. For more events, see the calendar at www.wallacestate.edu.
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By Andrew Hill
PCs for UnPC Friendly. I know you hate your computer. It messes up when you need something done, it crashes, it isn't friendly to use, you find it confusing. Well, you're the only one who can do anything about it, instead of pointing your finger at your box. Any system is only as stable as the nut behind the keyboard! First, you need to understand what a computer is. A computer is a device that contains a processor, memory, and the ability to input and output statements. It's a highly sophistated calculator. It does not have artificial intelligence, hate you, or do things on it's own. A computer only does what you tell it to. Imagine a library, a desk, and someone reading a book. The person is your processor, and it does the job it was told to do. Now, imagine the size of the desk, this person can only put as many books from the shelves on the desk as can be spread out. This is your RAM, or random access memory--it's fast, and it's what your computer can work with. The shelves are like your hard drive. If your table is cluttered with books, then it's hard to work with the desk. If your shelves are unorganized, then it will be hard to find a specific book. We can fix the desk problem by removing things that aren't required at the moment and putting them on the shelves until we need them. We can fix the shelves by organizing the books. In relation to our memory and hard drives, this means limiting the number of programs running at once, and defragmenting the hard drive. I've found a website to explain some simple things you can do to optimize your computer. The address is: http://home.comcast.net/~SupportCD/OptimizeXP.html Have a computer question? Idea for an article? Send your comments to newspaper@wallacestate.edu
Retraction: The Wallace State Singers were also at the Christmas Tree Lighting with Ms. Tiffany Stone Richter as director. We are sorry this information was left out of the December issue and are glad to set the record straight.
Wallace State Student Newspaper Staff. Sam Rolley: Editor Aldo Amato Andre Caldwell Elisabethe Dorning
Jasmine Hall Andrew Hill Ashley Lecroy Heather Mortenson
Bethanny Petty Cameron Thomas Alex Witcher Tycheria Woods
Sponsored by the Wallace State Communications and Marketing Department, Kristen Holmes. Ph: 256/352-8118, JBC 11 Floor, kristen.holmes@wallacestate.edu
Mission It is the mission of the Wallace State Student Newspaper to inform the Wallace State student body of campus news and events.
Participation The newspaper always welcomes new staff members. If you are interested in participating on the newspaper staff, please contact Kristen Holmes. or a staff member for info.
Submissions and Suggestions If you have a story idea or would like to make a submission to the Wallace State Student Newspaper, please send an email to newspaper@wallacestate.edu. All submissions must include the author’s name and contact information. The WSCC Student Newspaper reserves the right to reject any submissions and to edit all published material. It is the policy of the Alabama State Board of Education and Wallace State Community College, a postsecondary institution under its control, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied benefit of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity or employment.Wallace State Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097. Ph: 404-679-4501).
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Febraury 2009
Campus News
Learn to Fly at Wallace State By Sam Rolley One of the most exciting facets of the college, requires a short drive to a small airport located in the area. This is the place where students become pilots. Since its inception in 1978, Wallace State’s flight program has been training pilots. For many students the program means that they will forever be able to live their dreams, to fly, and to make a living through their passion. Highly qualified instructors such as the college’s chief flight instructor, Bert Mackentepe, and the head of the helicopter training program, Jimmy Adams, spend each day carefully honing their students’ skills both in and out of the cockpit. “Our main goal is to give our students the skills and the hours of training that they need to be the best pilots that they can be,” said Mackentepe, an instructor of 26 years. The flight program at Wallace began with a focus on airplane pilot training--but realizing the growing demand for helicopter pilots, soon made the addition of a helicopter program. Jimmy Adams, instructor of the college’s helicopter training program is a graduate of Wallace State’s flight school. After spending a few years flying commercially, Adams decided to add his instructor certification—and since 1991 he has logged thousands of hours instructing students at Wallace State. Adams and Mackentepe work very closely with Wallace State’s financial aid and student service
departments to ensure that each student is able to tailor his or her education and pilot training to suit their plans and dreams for the future. “There are endless options for these students,” Adams explained, “Some choose a degree route but some choose to obtain certification and enter the workforce.” Others just want to learn to fly for pleasure. There are three levels upon which Wallace State
The helicopter used by WSCC’s flight school. certifies pilots--private, commercial, and instructor. Private certification gives the necessary tools to be a licensed helicopter pilot, commercial allows them to
enter the workforce as a pilot, and the instructor status gives the student the qualifications to become a flight instructor themselves. In addition to these certifications, which can be completed in as little as two years, students can seek Associate’s Degree options in flight technology through Wallace State or plan to transfer to a four year college offering a flight program. When they are not in the cockpit of the college’s Schwiezer 269 C-Model helicopter or one of the college’s leased planes, flight students spend time in the program’s ground school learning the importance of safety, maintenance, and Federal Aviation Regulations. “We can always tell which students really want to become pilots,” Adams said, “They are the ones that give their all in the ground school and are always dying to get back in the cockpit to complete their hours.” One of Adams’ students, Dustin Gaston of Anniston, has been in the helicopter program since the summer of 2008. He plans to gain his instructor certification as a helicopter pilot. “I don’t think that I could have entered a better program.” Several industries are experiencing growing demand for helicopter pilots and aging pilots are rapidly retiring. For more information about Wallace State’s flight school, contact Marsha Bradford at marsha.bradford@wallacestate.edu.
Theatre Scholarship Auditions Set for Feb. 28 The WSCC Theatre Department will hold scholarship auditions on Saturday, February 28, from 10 a.m.to 2 p.m., at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre in the Student Center. Students should arrive at 10 a.m. The theatre scholarship is awarded to students exhibiting excellence in performing, directing, technical theatre, playwriting, or a combination of theatrical areas. Full and half scholarships are available. Actors should prepare a short scene with any acting partner, as well as a 1-2 minute monologue or song, choosing contrasting material that is age appropriate. Actors should bring a headshot and resume to the audition. An accompanist will be provided. Technicians, Directors and Playwrights should bring an example of their work (photographs, drawings, portfolio, writing sample), a resume, and be prepared to discuss their experience and goals. To apply for a theatre scholarship, students must:1) attend an audition or interview; 2) fill out a scholarship application (available on Wallace State’s website); 3 write a two page essay addressing the following: What is your experience in theatre?How can you contribute to the Wallace State Theatre program? How will you benefit from a theatre scholarship? and 4) exhibit some form of financial need. To maintain a theater scholarship, students must: 1) participate in all Wallace State Theatre productions; 2) enroll in a theatre course each semester, or, for technicians, work 10 hours per week in the scene shop; 3) maintain a minimum GPA of 2.8. For more information, contact Lauren Cantrell, WSCC Theatre Director, at 352-8422 or lauren.cantrell@wallacestate.edu.
Music Scholarship Auditions
For Young Travelers
The Music Department at Wallace State will hold scholarship auditions for the 2009-2010 academic year on Friday, February 27, and Friday, March 13, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Music Education Building on campus. For more information call 352-8277 or email joann.castles@wallacestate.edu.
Student travel agency STA Travel is offering a sale in February with its “Travel Bailout: 5 Days, 5 Deals” promotion, available to students or travelers under the age of 26. Each day, 20 tickets to a new destination from any U.S. departure city will be offered for $100 roundtrip, including taxes, fees and fuel surcharge. The destination cities are Miami, New York, Denver, Los Angeles and Chicago, and the promotion is available only by calling STA Travel at 1-800-3609273. Details and online only flight deals are posted on their web site at STATravel.com. (Source: WSJ 2/10/09)
Wallace State Theatre Dept. presents
“Grease” March 12-14, 7:30 pm March 15, 2:30 pm Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre in the Wallace State Student Center $5 students, $10 adults Friday night – buy one get one free!
Intramural Basketball Sign up for 3 v. 3 intramural basketball by Feb. 14. Registration forms are online at www.wallacestate.edu/athletics/intramurals. For more information, contact Coach Barry Spitzer at 256/352-8370 or barry.spitzer@wallacestate.edu.
Design the 2009 Wallace State Christmas card! Two ways to enter Front Cover: First submission due April 3 by 3 p.m. Inside Verse: Deadline for submission is April 24 by 3 p.m. Winners will receive a 3 credit hour scholarship for tuition and fees!! For rules and regulations visit www.wallacestate.edu or check your student email. For more information, contact Adrian Scott at 352-8145 or adrian.scott@wallacestate.edu.
Job Opportunities The U.S. Census Bureau will be on campus Monday, February 16 at 10:00 (JBC, 9th floor, room 908) to give the test for temporary jobs. Call 1-866-861-2010 to get your name on the list for the test. Remember to bring two forms of ID (driver’s license or student ID AND a SS card or birth certificate). Practice test booklets are available in JBC on the 10th floor in Career Services. The Cullman Times is seeking a freelance writer to write a regular business feature for $35/story.(Since this in for an advertising section, bylines will not be included). Some photography may be required. For more information, contact Derek Price, Managing Editor, at 734-2131 or editor@cullmantimes.com Visit the Financial Aid Office for information about student work-study positions. Stop by the Career Services Department on JBC 10th Floor to learn about part-time employment opportunities.
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Lifestyle WSCC Student Profile: Introducing Brittny Wilson
February 2009
By Heather Mortensen Q: How old are you? A: 19 Q: What’s your major? A: I’m majoring in radiology. Q: Do you do any extracurriculars? A: I’ve been in Phi Theta Kappa for one year. Q: What are some of your favorite pastimes? A: I enjoy reading, writing, and owning n00bs on the Playstation 3. Q: What is your favorite food? A: I love calamari, but because it’s a rare treat, I’m content just eating at Arby’s. Q: Who is your favorite band? A: It has to be Avenged Sevenfold. I have a preference for heavier music, and their guitarist is amazing. Q: What is your favorite television show? A: House. He’s the only older man I have fantasies about. Q: What’s your favorite quote? A: “A true friend stabs you from the front.” Q: Where would you like to be in 5 years? A: I would like to be married to Anthony Wallace and working in a hospital, taking X-rays. I look forward to being completely self sufficient. It would also be nice if I could have some of my writing published by then. Q: What makes you unique? A: I’m a female gamer, and we’re a rare breed. I’m a free thinker, and I pride myself on my openness.
February is Black History Month Black History Month Spotlight: Chinua Achebe By Heather Mortensen For Black History Month, I have decided to call attention to a man who has contributed greatly to (and is widely considered the creator of) African literature and has truly educated the world about the rich history and culture of the Nigerian people. Author of many novels, short stories, essays, and children’s books, Chinua Achebe, born Albert Chinualumoga Achebe, is the most widely read of all the contemporary African writers. His first novel, Things Fall Apart, sold 8 million copies by 1995, has been translated into 45 different languages, and is required reading in most high schools and colleges. Chinua Achebe was born in 1930 in Ogidi, Nigeria, an early center of Anglican missionary work (and supposedly the model for the fictional village of Umuofia). He first attended college at the Government College at Umuahia, widely considered one of the best schools in West Africa, but when he was recognized as an outstanding student, he entered University College at Ibadan in 1948. He was around 18 years old when he began studying literature there. After completing his education, he taught school for a year before going to work for the Nigeria Broadcasting Company in Lagos. He had begun writing and publishing short stories during his years at the university and followed it with the draft of a novel about the Nigerian
encounter with colonialism. The long draft was eventually divided into two parts and published as Things Fall Apart in 1958 and No Longer At Ease in 1960. He went on to publish Arrow of God in 1964. Things Fall Apart really exemplifies the term “classic”. It portrays the very beginnings of the upheaval started by colonial impositions, giving us a touching look into the day to day lives of the Ibo people and the tragic fragmenting of that beautiful culture. It also inspires us to never let fear rule our lives. His radio career ended during the political upheavals that led to the Biafran War in 1966. He narrowly escaped armed soldiers that believed that his novel, A Man of the People, published in 1966, connected him to Nigeria’s first military coup. From there, he moved on to university academics. In 1967, he was appointed Senior Research Fellow at the University of Nigeria. He was made Emeritus Professor in 1985. He has also taught at the University of Massachusetts and the University of Connecticut. He has received many awards and honors from all corners of the Earth, including over 20 doctorates from Britain, the U.S.A., Canada, and Nigeria. He received the Nigerian National Merit Award in 1987, which is Nigeria’s highest award for intellectual achievement. In addition to his own distinguished career, he helped launch the careers of numerous African writers through his efforts with the African Writers Series, serving as the editor. Things Fall Apart was the first novel published in the series, and during the first 40 years of its existence, the series has included more than 350 titles. Today, he lives in the U.S.A. with his wife and four children and teaches at Bard College in New York.
Black History Month Calendar of Events Feb 1-28 Montgomery - Black Heritage Remembrance 334-240-4500 Admission Charged www.oldalabamatown.com Old Alabama Town - Celebration of Black History Month with guided tours of the Ordeman House Slave Quarters (on its original site), shotgun house, school, and church. Available by reservation for groups of 10 or more. Mon.-Sat., 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Feb 12-22 Birmingham - “Blues in the Night” 205-251-1206 Admission Charged www.virginiasamfordtheatre.org Virginia Samford Theatre - Set in a Chicago hotel in 1938, the dialogue focuses on three women’s relationships with the same “snake” of a man… the musical director. 8 p.m. with 3 p.m. Sunday matinees. Feb 14 Birmingham - A Celebration of Black History Month 205-975-9540 Admission Charged www.AlysStephens.org Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center - Drama program directed by local performers and teachers Alicia Johnson-Reed and Quinton Cockrell with live music, spoken word, and more. 10 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Feb 14 Birmingham - Mavis Staples 205-975-9540 Admission Charged www.AlysStephens.org Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center - This soul and gospel performing legend possesses one of the most recognizable voices in contemporary music. She has blazed an R&B trail without leaving her gospel roots and in the process influenced artists from Bob Dylan to Prince. 8 p.m. Feb 14 Monroeville - Annual Black History Program 251-575-7433 Free Admission www.tokillamockingbird.com Old Courthouse Museum - Coordinator and sponsor Denise Ware presents a program of unparallel singing, dancing, and dramatizations by various groups and individuals. 1 p.m. Feb 17 Alexander City - Horizons Art and Humanities Lecture Series: Daphne Simpkins on Nat King Cole 256-234-8675 Free Admission. Alexander City Board of Education Bldg., 375 Lee St. - Call for hours. Feb 20 Prattville - City of Prattville Annual Black History Program 334-361-3604 Free Admission. www.cityofprattville.com Doster Community Center - Annual heritage event with guest speakers, area youth and adult participants, music, and more. 6 p.m. Feb 20-21 Anniston - Black Belt African American Genealogy Conference and Family History Fair 334-877-4846 Fee for participants only. www.bbaaghs.org/conference Carl C. Morgan Convention Center - 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Feb 21 Anniston - Black Heritage Festival Anniston Museum of Natural History - Hear powerful, evocative, and inspirational orations delivered by area students. Shop for African American arts and crafts and listen to great vocal and musical performances. 256-2376766 Free Admission Feb 21 Monroeville - Annual Black History Program (Same as Feb 14th event)
Feb. 27 - First Annual Black History Celebration with keynote speaker Rep. Artur Davis. 7 p.m. at the Wallace State Student Center. Date and time tentative at this printing. Additional details to be announced.
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Wallace State Homecoming Court Getting to Know the Candidates By Heather Mortensen The votes are in, and we have the top four candidates for the 2009 homecoming queen. However, before we crown the winner, let’s get to know each of the great girls running on a more personal level. After practice on Feb. 5, I took the time to sit down with them and learn a little bit more about their personalities and goals in life. I was met with warm smiles and bubbly optimism all around and would be glad to see any of them win, but it’s got to come down to just one. So… who will you pick? Taylor Carpenter - Taylor is 18 years old and pursuing a degree in diagnostic imaging, or sonography. She plans to take her degree and transfer to the University of Alabama to major in premed. She is involved in the Student Government Association, choir, and enrolled in the Fast Track program. She enjoys participating in pageants and singing. She has four dogs. She feels that she stands out as a great candidate for homecoming queen because she is both a senior and a freshman at the same time. There are so many opportunities open to her as a Fast Track student receiving dual credit. Channing Moorer - Channing is 20 years old and getting a degree in business administration. She plans to transfer to the University of Alabama in the fall and get her bachelor’s degree in business. She works in the financial aid department as a work study and has been in the Wallace State commercials, as well as on the billboards and brochures. She likes to go to the beach, shop, and spend time with family and friends. She has six dogs. When asked what makes her stand out as a good candidate for homecoming queen, she replied, “I’ve never run for homecoming before, and this would be my last chance before transferring. I Homecoming Court L-R: Carpenter, Lockhart, Moore, really feel that I would represent Wallace well.” Bethany Blackwell - Bethany is 19 years old and plans to pursue a degree in law. She and Blackwell would like to take her degree and begin a career in corporate law, where she hopes to be happy and successful. Her hobbies include participating in pageants and playing golf. She has a Pomeranian named Puff. She believes that her strong, positive attitude, respectfulness, and genuineness make her stand out as a great candidate for homecoming queen. Jalisa Lockhart Jalisa is 19 years old and majoring in elementary education. She wants to use her degree to become a second grade teacher. She is in the Phi Theta Kappa honor society and assists with Trio Student Support Services. She likes shopping, dancing, and spending time with children. When I asked her what makes her stand out, she replied, “I’m lovable and dedicated. I believe that you can do all things through Christ, which strengthens me.”
A Grammy for Change?
Campus Ministries News
By Cameron Thomas
By Jasmine Hall
This year’s entertainments awards not only summarizes the past year of the entertainment industry but also continues to push actors and actresses to work harder, and to put more effort into their next performances. The 51st annual Grammy Awards took center stage at a time when our country is typically overwhelmed about recent political and economical changes, which is why it has been a welcomed rest to the worries and monotony of the everyday. Best Rap Solo Performance went to A Milli, by Lil Wayne and Best Score Soundtrack Album for Motion Picture went to James Newton Howard & Hans Zimmer for The Dark Knight. Nominees for this year’s Oscar awards, set for February 22, include Frost/Nixon, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Milk, The Visitor, and The Wrestler. It’s clear today’s economy, events, and today’s politics all have equally strong influences on the American culture as a whole. But, it seems, the entertainment industry has done anything but fallen short of thriving, and providing people with great movies, great music, and great reasons to look forward to the rest of 2009 and beyond.
Unmasking the Culture was a success and if you missed it, the video will be posted on the Wallace State Campus Ministries group page on Facebook • Tuesday Nights are the Journey Bible Study at 8 p.m. in the Campus Ministries room in the Student Center. Jonathan Gibson is teaching! • Food For Thought is on every First and Third Mondays from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on the JBC 12th floor. o Donations are requested for the missions trip. • Pray Time and Devotions are at 12 p.m. in the campus ministries room. Join us to hear the devotions and say a prayer request for your loved one.
Soccer Honors Congratulations to Conner Cappelletti and Roby del Guidice for signing Division I soccer scholarships with Valparaiso University in Indiana.
Did You Know? Reports from institutions such as UAH and the University of Alabama indicate that students transferring from Wallace State routinely perform at or above levels of students who began their college careers at the universities. According to the latest transfer report from the University of Alabama, the average GPA for Wallace State transfer students for all undergraduate hours taken in courses at the 300-level or above was 2.95 compared with 2.36 for transfers from all Alabama public two-year colleges and 2.33 for native students. At UAH, Wallace State transfers earned a 3.11 GPA on average, compared to 3.08 for all two-year college transfers, and 3.12 for native students. Approximately 20 percent of Wallace State students continue their education at a four-year college or university on average each year. Information about special transfer scholarship opportunities is available in the Wallace State Financial Aid Office.
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The Mane Issue thanks Coca-Cola of Cullman and It’s My Party for providing soft drinks and decorations for Mingle with a Movie on February 11.
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Student Commentary
An Account of the Inauguration of President Barack Obama
completely congested with bodies shoulder to shoulder and nowhere to go. The lines were long and unmoving for hours. Many people, especially those who had tickets-as I did- arrived early prepared to wait, not realizing the sheer magnitude of what they would experience that day. As the day continued the crowds grew infinitely larger until it seemed the city had reached a sort of human surface tension. It
By Sam Rolley On January 20, 2009 the inauguration of President Barack Obama offered a portrait of America that has been a long time in the making. In 1908 a play written by an English Jew named Israel Zangwill opened—the play’s title was “The Melting Pot.” When the play opened in Washington, the United States was experiencing the biggest influx of immigrants that it had yet seen. All of these new citizens would become Americans, bound by democracy and the promise of self-improvement. There was perhaps no better place to witness Zangwill’s “Melting Pot” than one hundred one years later at this historic inauguration. President Obama and his campaign organizers promised change and instilled hope in the hearts of many Americans. He vowed to change the way government operates and promoted transparency. Many regarded these as campaign promises, similar to those of all politicians—but to at least three million people, these promises represent truth and a great hope for the future of a great nation. This is a country that has proved itself time and again—and in attending the inauguration, the very thing that makes the United States what it is was visible. Washington D.C. was ill-equipped to handle the masses that descended upon it on January 20th. While security was extremely tight, crowd control was nearly impossible. Streets throughout the city were
One interesting piece of Obama Merchandise
looked as if the addition of just one more person would bring about a breakdown of all existence. What truly remained amazing as this historic event unfolded before my eyes was the fact that in all of this confusion, mass mentality never took hold. If a problem arose in the crowd, spectators became volunteers and organizers, looking out for each person as if they had all been friends for life. Strangers of all ethnicities and walks of life helped one another find various viewing areas and pointed the lost in the right directions. In an age that often alludes to the absence of “the common good of man,” it was truly an amazing sight to see all of these strangers working toward a common goal.
Software A lert: Wake Up News I'm a heavy sleeper. I can get up, have a full conversation, eat breakfast, go back to bed, 3 hours later it's noon, and I have no memory of being awake. I needed a better alarm clock. Enter Wake Up News. You set a time, you pick the sound to wake up to (included sound, MP3, or internet radio), and you set your wake up options. You can have it display a math problem and require you to enter the answer or make complex serials and enter them correctly (example:
We recieved a great deal of student and instructor feedback in regards to Aldo Amato’s article about Hanceville, Alabama. Here are some of our favorites. Thumbs Up! Just wanted to drop a note saying that I LOVED the article Is There Anything To Do In Hanceville. Good job Aldo! I completely agree that the city needs to do something to appeal to the college kids! Maybe you could speak with SGA to see if they could sponsor a movie night once a week for the students who live in Hanceville. Just a suggestion. Keep up the good work! Heather Slade Congo M.A. Hello Aldo, Ah... another young soul introduced into the thriving city of Hanceville, AL. Well first of all, Welcome! And second, I would like to say I once thought with your simple mind as well. Aldo, I moved here (middle of nowhere AL) five years ago from Nashville, TN. Why? Because God led me here to play softball. And I've know been here 4 out of the last 5 years. What was I thinking you may ask? It's beautiful! It's a great and safe place to live! It's a great school! And yes, after exploring a little more than just the backroads of Hanceville, I found there is so much more to do than sneak off down the interstate to buy alcohol for parties at College Park. (Like we all don't know what goes on! Give me a break!) Let me challenge you to go out and explore Cullman, Good Hope, Fairview, etc... Go to a different church every Sunday and keep your mind open to new people, theories, and ideas. Research the history of Hanceville and Cullman in the library on the top 2 floors. Do you know how Hanceville was founded? Do you know how Cullman was established? First explore the city and as it says in Romans 12:2 says, "be transformed by the renewing of your mind".... I also want to challenge you to talk and really get to know the people who live here and have
There has been a great deal of media hype surrounding the inauguration of our new president. Unfortunately, I have seen nothing on the news that has related this great event to the people in attendance. To understand what it meant to be at the inauguration and to gain a sense of patriotism from it was not really to see ceremonies that took place. The actual swearing in was of very little importance, it was the people that created the greatness of what happened. Regardless of political views and of feelings toward our new president, it could be argued that it would be very unpatriotic to deny that this was an event to chronicle what it means to be an American. The inauguration ensures the peaceful transfer of power from one leader to the next—the very spirit of America is captured as it takes place every four years. Presidential inaugurations are one of the few “history in the making” moments that everyday citizens are able to witness-- this one was witnessed by millions. As the world becomes more unstable with each passing day it is a great feeling to know that this country is filled with people capable of working together as Americans always have to better this great nation. No government can provide change, hope, or security—only the people, the individuals, of a nation can shoulder these burdens. Each man, woman, and child is responsible for a small part of the American way of life, a way of life that we as citizens of this great country have achieved throughout the course of history. Only with time can the success or failure of the presidency be debated but the strength of American people as a whole is indelible. I will be forever grateful to have been in attendance at this inauguration, not for its historic value, but for the opportunity to witness what makes the United States of America work—its people.
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By Andrew Hill
Letters to “The Mane Issue”
February 2009
moved here and ask them why Cullman County? Personally out of the four states I have lived in and the countries I have visited, I love Cullman! I am thankful it still is dry! Did you know Aldo that Cullman wasn't always dry? It hosted a Strawberry Festival every year and they made strawberry wine, and we now call it a German Festival. Once you explore and really develop relationships with the local people you will find more to do than pity of the fact that it is a dry county. For instance, have you been to Berkely Bob's Coffeehouse and chatted with Bob? Do you know his story? Have you been to Cullman's oldest church? Do you know which one it is? Are you involved in a church? Did you know Crosshaven has a college group that meets at 7 every Sunday night for food, fellowship, and corporate worship? On Mondays there's worship led by a local college-aged band at 7:30 at the Cullman County Museum! On the 1st and 3rd Mondays every month there's Open-Mic night at Bob's! On Tuesdays there's a bible study at the Student Center! Or the Basement in Birmingham! On Wednesdays there's tons of churches to go to! Just pick one! On Thursdays there's The Pit across from Domino’s for worship led by your local college students from Wallace and Athens State! On Fridays and Saturdays there's movies, dancing, tons of restaraunts - just pick one! Go to the mall! Or worship at Verse 7 Ministries just 15 minutes away in Hayden off exit 289! Check them out on myspace! Do you see Aldo? Transformed by the renewing of our mind.... what are you doing here on earth while your life is but a vapor, a breath from God? When you die are people going to have to lie at your funeral? Or are they going to plead with God to raise you from the dead because you are so needed here on earth like they did with Dorcas in the bible? Now is there still nothing to do in Cullman? If you think so - check out the Civic Center, go workout at a local gym, the new Aquatics center in Cullman is opening soon, or join a club! Meet new friends at Campus Ministries! Volunteer or get a job! Well it's nice to meet you Aldo! And I pray you will be transformed by the renewing of your mind and open your heart to the small town feel as many
How to open Microsoft Word 2007 files in Microsoft Word 2003: If you're having problems with the different versions of office, never fear. Microsoft has released a patch to make Word 2003 and Word 2007 files compatible. You can find it at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/923505 Microsoft Discounts for Students - $1200 in Savings on max versions of Office and Windows Vista at http://microsoft.com/student/discounts/theultimatestealus/default.aspx of us have! Heather Tucker A Life Less Ordinary I searched the argument regarding Cullman being "more ordinary" from a debate perspective. The main arguments are "there's nothing to do" and "there's no alcohol." I will counter these points, and then show what there is to do, then explain why Cullman and Hanceville really are "less ordinary." I'll take on the alcohol part first. Your demographic was 18-20, in which it's illegal for them to drink to begin with. I'm not going to debate the harmful nature of tobacco either. The problems with alcohol are numerous. More than 1,700 college students in the U.S. are killed each year—about 4.65 a day— as a result of alcohol-related injuries, another 159,000 of today's first- year college students will drop out of school next year for alcohol- or other drug-related reasons. So what happens if alcohol is taken out of the equation? One night of heavy drinking can impair your ability to think abstractly for up to 30 days, limiting your ability to think, reason, listen to lectures, take notes, and read. Many of my classes are difficult enough without these handicaps. The average student spends about $900 on alcohol each year. Do you want to know how much cash he drops on books? About $450. Want a better job? By young adulthood, early alcohol use was associated with employment problems, other substance abuse, and criminal and other violent behavior. What about an essential part of the young collegian's life, sex? As many as 70% of college students have had sex when they wouldn't have because they were drunk. 90% of all campus rapes occur when either victim or rapist are drunk. Bottom line, alcohol can affect your grades, your wallet, your jobs, your life, and even what's in your pants. Most college students will drink, but making it harder to get alcohol by keeping it in a neighboring country will no doubt decrease its use. Compare Cullman's crime rate to Tuscaloosa's crime rate. So, what about modernism? Let's compare Cullman to Trussville. What's there to do in Trussville?
There's a movie theater, a bowling alley, large shopping centers, starbucks, restaurants, and two clubs. We have a movie theater (but the show times aren't as frequent as Trussville's - Cullman has no matinees; on the other hand, Cullman has HD). Cullman has a bowling alley, Cullman has shopping centers. The major shop of Trussville's shopping centers? Clothes. I'd rather order my clothes online. Cullman doesn't have a Starbucks, but Cullman has a Moxie Java and another coffee shop in Hanceville. Some restaurant prices are lower here than Trussville, Cullman has some restaurants they don't have and vice versa. What about the clubs? Cullman has the JC Arena near the school, and concerts are held at various places around Cullman. Does Cullman have anything they don't? Cullman has a flea market, Cullman has mom and pop stores, lower gas prices, much better traffic than Trussville's 5 o’clock nightmare, and Cullman has country roads that are great for motorcycle riding. In Birmingham at UAB, people are "clicky," the Mountain Brook area especially comes to mind. Wallace has students from many counties, and though a majority are from Cullman, there isn't really a "clicky" atmosphere. We are less ordinary because Cullman isn’t a big city. We're smaller, Cullman has fewer distractions, Cullman has simplicity, and Cullman has better traffic. Wallace truly lives up the slogan "a life less ordinary.” Andrew Hill Ignite My Bloody Nightlife! In response to Aldo’s “Is There Anything To Do In Hanceville,” I encourage people to stay informed with Ignite Entertainment events on their Facebook group and at Myspace.com/igniteyournightlife. Ignite has drawings every month to win a free VIP room at Zen for those that are on their mailing list! Visit www.BHAMNIGHTLIFE.com to enter. For WSCC students, Ignite Entertainment has select free passes to Zen for anyone who is 21+ and promises discounted admission to everyone 18+ who gets to their events before midnight. Andre Caldwell
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February 2009
The History of Valentine’s Day
True Meaning of Flowers on Valentine’s Day By: Bethany Petty
By Heather Mortensen Almost all of us celebrate it, but do any of us really know where Valentine’s Day comes from? Some people say that it was invented by the greeting card companies in the 19th century to get cash from gullible lovers, but it goes so much deeper than that. Esther Howland’s mass produced greeting cards were just a reinvention of the holiday; a revival. Believe it or not, Valentine’s Day dates all the way back to ancient Rome! Ancient Romans held an archaic rite of fertility on February 13 through 15 called Lupercalia. This festival probably honored either Lupa, the she-wolf who suckled Romulus and Remus, or Faunus, the god of fertility. Pope Gelasius I, in an effort to Christianize the holiday, abolished Lupercalia and replaced it with St. Valentine’s Day. Supposedly, there were several Valentines canonized, so it is hard to distinguish exactly which one the holiday celebrates. During the 14th century, the stories of the Valentines were merged into an inseparable jumble that leaves us wondering. However, the popular legend is that the St. Valentine of Valentine’s Day fame was a defiant Roman priest who lived during the 3rd century AD during the reign of Claudius. Because Claudius was a vicious ruler, he required vast armies of men to leave their young lovers to go to war for him, resulting in a military that fought half-heartedly and spent more time thinking of home than war. To stop this attitude in his troops, he banned marriages altogether. Father Valentine thought that this simply wasn’t right and defied the emperor by marrying young lovers in secret. However, the emperor caught on to this and had him arrested and sentenced him to death. It is said that couples that he had wed would visit him in his cell, leaving him flowers and notes as tokens of their gratitude. The romance of this tale continues. Supposedly, Father Valentine fell in love with the jailer’s daughter. On February 14th, the day he was executed, it is said that he slipped a note to his lady love, which was signed “from your Valentine.” It is here the tradition of giving Valentines began. Cupid, a popular image on Valentines the world over, started out as the Roman god of love. He was also the inspiration for the image of the Christian cherub, which is how he is most commonly portrayed today. Although our modern Valentine’s Day is removed from its religious and pagan past, it is still one of the most celebrated days on the calendar, second only to Christmas. On average, Americans give the gift of 180 million roses and 36 million heart-shaped boxes of candy to their lovers each year, not to mention all the cards, fine dining, and diamonds. The holiday brings happy retailers $14 billion in sales each year. If that quote sounds a little steep, just remember that the poets probably had it right: love is all you need.
It is true a single red rose is a beautiful flower given to the one you love on Valentines Day. But there are others flowers which your partners will also love such as: Violets symbolize faithfulness Daisies symbolize innocence Lilacs symbolize first love Tulips symbolize caring Baby’s breath w/ roses symbolizes festivity White flowers symbolize purity Freesia symbolizes spirited Hydrangea symbolizes perseverance Jasmine symbolizes grace and elegance Yellow symbolizes zealous All of these flowers have great meaning but they have a greater meaning when given to someone special. But like all flowers, there are some that aren’t appropriate such as Lavender symbolizes distrust Rhododendron symbolizes beware Zinnia symbolizes thoughts of friends
Saying I Love You Well, there are a lot of reasons that love should be modeled on a potato and not a flower such as a rose. I mean, roses only last like a couple weeks and that's if you leave them in water. They really only exist to be pretty - so that's like saying: "My love for you is transitionary and based solely on your appearance." But a potato! Potatoes last forever! In fact, not only will they not rot, they actually grow more even if you just leave them in the sack - that part alone makes it a good symbol And there's more! There are so many ways to enjoy a potato! You can even make a battery with it! And that's like saying "I have many ways in which I show my love for you" Potatoes may be ugly, but they are still awesome. So tell your love is like a potato, man, and that's like saying: "It doesn't matter at all iwhat you look like, I'll still love you!" -Author Unknown
True Love: 50 Years Together
Top 10 Hot Sports Couples
By: Katherine Dorning
By: Aldo Amato
Mr. and Mrs. Vernon King, a couple from Susan Moore, Ala. -- and my own grandparents -- will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary this Valentine’s Day. Below is an interview with them sharing their story and secret to staying in love for half a century. (Q): How did you meet? (A): At the Oneonta fair of 1958. (Q): Where was your first date? (A): It was at Skyview Drive-In theatre in Oneonta. We went to see a movie there and ate hamburgers while we watched. That was the thing back then. (Q): How long were you two together before you got married? (A): We were together for about a year after we met. (Q): Do you still love each other as much as you did when you first married? (A): Even more than we did in the beginning. It grows through the years. (Q): What’s your secret to staying in love for so long? (A): Having the Lord in our life. (Q): How does it feel to have spent half a century together? (A): It’s wonderful. We’ve had our ups and downs but the good times outnumber the hard ones. (Q): Why did you choose to get married on Valentines Day? (A): It was a special day. (Q): What’s your favorite thing about being married to each other?\ (A): We just can’t live without each other. (Q): Would you do it again if you could? (A): Definitely. There’s no doubt about it. Wow! Fifty years together! What a blessing to have someone to love you and love in return like that. I don’t know about you but I’d say that the good Lord has greatly blessed them with such a true love.
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10) Patriot’s Tom Brady and model Gisele Bundchen 9) Carry Underwood and NHL player Mike Fisher 8) Rapper Trina and Kenyon Martin 7) Bayern Munich player Michael Ballack and Simone Lambe 6) Goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon and model Alena Seredova 5) Former tennis star Anna Kournikova and singer Enrique Iglesias 4) Softball star Jennie Finch and pitcher Casey Daigle 3) Rapper "Common" and tennis star Serena Williams 2) Golf star Tiger Woods and exmodel Elin Nordegren 1) Soccer star David Beckham and his wife Victoria
Romance on a Budget By Tycheria Woods Valentine’s Day is on the way and with the economy down the toilet; who has the money to spend on gifts for his or her sweetheart? Here are a few tips on having a romantic Valentine’s Day on a budget. • Instead of buying a huge bouquet of red roses, which can cost $12.99 or more plus tax, buy a single rose or a bouquet of several different flowers. • Another idea for Valentine’s is to have a picnic. If the weather outside is too cold or rainy, have a picnic in the living room. Just move a few of the couches, place a blanket on the floor, turn off lights and light a few candles, turn on the best romantic music, cook a nice simple dinner (such as spaghetti). Do Not Turn On The T.V.! • Wine is a wonderful drink for this romantic day. However, wine can by very expensive. In addition, you must be at least 21 years old to buy the wine. Therefore, to substitute for the wine, buy a bottle of Welch’s White Grape Cider or Welcher’s Apple Cider, which can cost $3.50 and it is non-alcoholic, which is also better if you and your sweetheart are under age. (Remember to stay safe.) Remember that you do not always have to spend a bundle of money and it’s more the thought that always count.
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Lions Maul Bears By Aldo Amato It is getting closer to the end of the regular basketball season for the Lions and they are rolling along and poised for a good seed in the ACCC D1 Tournament. Right now, the Lions are at second seed after surrendering a pair of loss to Shelton and one to MMI this February. How about that finish down in Birmingham by Mr. Lone Star himself Darrick Thomas nailing the game winner with time expiring? Most recently, the Lions capped off another win here in Hanceville against Bevill-Sumiton. The Lions got off to a great start with rainmaker Jasen Jonus nailing a couple of threes. If only Dick Vitale came to Wallace for a game. He would say, “It’s raining three’s baby! Someone get some water cause Jonus is on fire!” Anyway, the Lions started to lag on their dominant defense but still kept the lead for the whole game. Huntsville native and former Butler High School standout Jeff Smith was also a force to be reckoned
Super Bowl XLIII By Aldo Amato (A-Dizzle Da Sportsman) Wow so what a game! From start to finish this year’s Super Bowl was smoother than the ice cream from Dairy Queen across the highway (you’re welcome for the plug). The night started off with Faith Hill’s beautiful rendition of “America the Beautiful”. Followed by that, American hero Chesley B Sullenburger and the flight crew of Flight 1549 were introduced to the crowd and received a standing ovation. Following their introduction was one of the best renditions of the National Anthem I have ever heard sung by the lovely and beautiful Jennifer Hudson. It was extremely
Sports with putting up 15 points for the night. Women Edge But the two players that put the most were the “Dwight Howards” of Wallace State--6-foot-6 Brandon Moore and 6Out Bevill foot-7 Darrick Thomas scoring 17 each. Overall, it was a productive night for the Lions. I’m not sure what the halftime show was all about but Wally the mascot did his thing on the mic. Maybe next time we could see some break
Darrick Thomas grabs a rebound.
dancing? Coach Sharpe said that the team needs to improve next time by allowing fewer points (in the 50-point range rather than the 70s). But all in all, our Lions are doing just fine and on track to be in the NJCCA Tourney after they dominate the ACCC D1 Tournament. The Lions play Snead at home Feb. 12, Feb. 14, Feb. 23, and Feb. 26.
emotional in that this was the first time she has performed since the tragic murders of her family. Afterwards it was kickoff and “Big Ben” got the party started by driving the length of the field to score a touchdown (or so it seemed). Thanks to a thing called Coach’s Challenge, the short TD scamper by Roethlisburger was overruled on account of his knee was down on the one-yard line, therefore forcing the Steelers to kick a field goal. In the second quarter things heated up a bit more. Gary Russell rushed one yard for a touchdown to put Pittsburgh up by 10. But then Kurt Warner answered back with a one-yard pass to Ben Patrick. Then, just before the half ended, the Cardinals had a chance to either tie it up at 10 points a piece or go ahead by four. So on the one-yard line as time expired, Kurt Warner threw
By Bethanny Petty
On Thursday, Jan. 29, our Wallace State Lady Lions went against the Bevill State Lady Bears. Unfortunately our Lady Lions didn’t finish with victory against Bevill State in their hometown. Our Wallace State Lady Lions played a fierce game to the end as they lost by only two points. The halftime score was Wallace State 32 and Bevil State 25 .The final score of the game Wallace State Lady Lions 50 and Bevil State Lady Bears 52 .The highlighting stats of the game were: #23 Andrea Crawford with 19 points and 11 rebounds#1 Courtnei Bowens with 9 points and 12 rebounds, and #55 Courtney Scott with 4 fouls. At the end of the game it was announced by the head coach ,Larry Slater, that our Lady Lions have won two games out of four in the conference. On Thursday January 5, 2009 our Wallace State Lady Lions played against the Lawson State Lady Cougars. The Lady Lions came to the game that night with heart and dedication as they stepped up to the Lady Cougars on their home court. The Lady
probably the dumbest throw of his career. The ball went right into James Harrison’s big hands and the big fellow took it back 100 yards for a touchdown to put Pittsburgh up 17-7 at halftime. The third quarter was a defensive struggle only to allow a field goal to put Pittsburgh up by 13 points. Just when it seemed over for the Arizona Cardinals, a glimpse of hope came to pass. With about seven minutes to go, Kurt Warner put one in the corner for the insanely good Larry Fitzgerald to grab down and narrowed the lead to six points. Then a holding call in the end zone caused a safety, thus narrowing the lead to four points. So with less than three minutes left, it seemed impossible for Kurt Warner to drive down the field. Not so fast. Just 21 seconds after catching a break by being awarded a safety, Kurt Warner
February 2009 Lions had so much dedication they went into double over time against Lawson. The end of the first half score was Lawson 39, Wallace 34. The end of the second half score was Lawson 67 and Wallace 67, which caused the first over time. The Lady Lions and Lady Cougars managed to tie it up again at the end of the first overtime, both having the score of 79. At the end of the second overtime the Lady Lions had earned their second win over the Lady Cougars with a final scored of 89-91. The highlighting stats for the Lady Lions were: #1 Courtnei Bowens with 22 points and 10 rebounds; #23 Andrea Crawford with 17 points and 5 steals; #55 Courtney Scott with 17 points and
Camika Davis drives down the court.
9 rebounds; and #12 Jamie Lack with 9 rebounds. See the Lady Lions in action at home Feb.12, Feb. 23, and Feb. 26.
put one down the center of the field and it was off to the races for Larry Fitzgerald as Arizona took the lead 2320. So all “Big Ben” had to do was drive down the field and put Pittsburgh in field goal position. I’ll tell you what; he did much better than that. He and Santonio Holmes were on fire the final drive to bring it down to 35 seconds. Roethlisburger started out scrambling and then put a beauty in the back right corner of the end zone to who else but Santonio Holmes to nail to game winner and one of the best Super Bowl finishes in NFL history. As expected, Santonio Holmes took home the MVP trophy and, get this, Ben Roethlisburger played with broken ribs the whole game. Super Bowl XLIII Final Score: 2723
Elmore was a middle infielder for the Lions from 2005-2007, and the Big Stick Award winner at the World Series during the Lions 2006 appearance. He now plays for the Arizona Diamondbacks. Two other players from the 2006 team Derek Holland, who is with the Texas Rangers, and Zealous Wheeler with the Milwaukee Brewers, had already reported for training and were unable to attend. Coach Randy Putman has helped 27 forKimbrel graduated from Wallace State last mer players to the major leagues. Five of the year after earning a combined 17-3 pitching most recent additions to the professional ranks record in two years, and is now a part of the returned to Wallace State for opening day to Atlanta Braves organization. His brother Matt witness Wallace State’s sweep of Motlow is a freshman on the Wallace State team this (Tenn.). year, and was the winning pitcher for the Blake Jones, Craig Kimbrel, Jake Elmore, Lions’ debut game on Saturday. Ryan Keedy, and Graham Godfrey were recogWheeler’s brother Brian also plays for nized between games of the double header, Wallace State this year. and were honored afterwards during a recepA complete list of professional players tion on the 12th floor of the Bailey Center. coached by Randy Putman is published in this J ones was a catcher and power hitter for year’s baseball media guide, available for sale Wallace State from 2000-2002 and a member at the Wallace State concession stand during of the 2002 World Series team. He now plays each home game. for the Florida Marlins organization. The Lions’ next home game will be on Keedy, who spent most of his time at first February 17, when the team takes on base for Wallace State from 2003-2005, is now Recent Wallace State players now in the professional ranks visited Wallace State for Saturday’s opening game. L-R: Blake Jones, Craig Kimbrel, Jake Elmore, Ryan Keedy, Cleveland State at 2 p.m. The Lions followed with the Chicago Cubs. His 2005 Wallace State Graham Godfrey and Coach Randy Putman. up Saturday’s sweep of Motlow with a sweep World Series teammate pitcher Godfrey now of Volunteer State on Sunday, and will take a 4-0 record to the Meridian Tourney. plays for the Oakland A’s.
Wallace State Welcomes Major League Alumni