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Patrick Hannan

By Emily Tucker Reporter

Before working at the University, senior executive chef Patrick Hannan was a soda jerk and drove a Vespa. Hannan began working with food in high school when he was a soda jerk, mixing different flavored syrups to serve to customers. Now, Hannan is examining the food system of the University and trying to concoct something better. He is building a team of culinarians, which includes the executive sous chef Marissa Sargent and other employees. He provides them with tools to help improve what students eat. Hannan is finding new ways to feed University students. Hannan and his team of culinarians are committed to taking care of University students and they are willing to reach out to the community, he said. They try to match what they want with food with the overall goal of making dining better. They also try to consider food history. “Food history is important to understand where we are going now,” Hannan said. “We went from the days of gluttony to a grand celebration. This history is what we endear.” Hannan said he is instilling

Senior executive chef for University dining services passion for food into his workers. They are trying to change the style of food cooked so everything is not a casserole. The culinarians create the recipes for every dining location from scratch and then the chefs learn how to cook them for the students. Hannan and the culinarians always keep in mind a passion for food, customer service and people. “We want to instill passion in everyone working in food at the University,” he said. “They are important to the success.” After graduating from high school, Hannan did a five-year apprenticeship under Michael Foley at Printer’s Row in Chicago. He then attended culinary school at Kendall College and stayed as a chef instructor. “I knew very early in high school what I wanted to do,” he said. “I had an advantage against my buddies. They were out par-

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Professor sheds light on obesity stereotypes, offers weight loss groups Robert Carels

By Angela Green Reporter

Robert Carels, a psychology professor said obesity is the last socially-acceptable form of prejudice. Carels is working with other professors and students to discover why, and to find better methods for people to lose weight. He also researches weight stigma, or bias, towards obesity. “Typically, people report a greater dislike for people who are obese,” Carels said. “There are stereotypes that they’re lazy, weak-willed and they overeat. Even teachers and doctors have perceptions of obese people as non-compliant and lazy.” Carels has been involved with the treatment and research of obesity for 10 years.

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psychology professor involved in obesity research “I think it’s a big problem,” said Kathleen Young, one of the graduate students who work with Carels. “In general, people do show there’s a bias explicitly and implicitly, and we find people that are overweight have that same bias too.” Carels has worked on at least five studies which look at different areas of weight bias. He had students create models with different body mass indices and then students rated the models

Barefoot Truth and Señor O’Mally and his Celtic Surprise will perform at 7 p.m. on St. Patrick’s Day, advocating a green message on a green holiday | Page 3

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Falcons headed to Louisville for first round meeting with Michigan State By Andrew Harner Senior Reporter

The BGSU women’s basketball team will play Michigan State in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. The game will be played Saturday at 12:11 p.m. in Louisville, Ky., and will be televised on ESPN2. BGSU (27-6) will be a No. 12 seed in the Kansas City regional bracket, which is the third-strongest region. The Falcons will play either fourth-seeded Kentucky or 13th-seeded Liberty in the second round if they beat the fifth-seeded Spartans (229). The Spartans ranked No. 25 in the AP Poll--they

are somewhat of a familiar team for coach Curt Miller and the Falcons, as the two teams met during the 2008 Women’s National Invitation Tournament in East Lansing, Mich. BGSU lost game 74-66. “It was a great game two years ago,” Miller said. “A lot of the same players were underclassmen for Michigan State, so we’re familiar with them.” The Spartans have heavily relied on their defense to win games this season, allowing 59.4 points per game and have not allowed more than 70 points since Dec. 31. They have

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CUE committee discusses new education curriculum By Alissa O’Neill Senior Reporter

“What we’re trying to do ... is create an experience that is more cohesive and connected for students.”

learning committees, a focus of the committee’s proposed framework, and whether or not CUE would work to keep those Catherine Cardwell, chair of existing programs. Connecting the Undergraduate “What we’re trying to do Experience (CUE) Committee, is build on our strengths,” spoke at the Undergraduate Cardwell said as she recognized Student Government meeting the importance of working with about the committee’s plan for Catherine Cardwell | chair of CUE committee existing programs. renovating the general educaIn the committee’s plan, these tion curriculum. cross-disciplinary, themed committee’s plan. “What we’re trying to do . . . courses as well as first year “One of the issues we’ve dis- high impact practices would is create an experience that is seminars and other foundation covered is that students who possibly include a “common more cohesive and connected courses. Cardwell also pointed are successful in college are learning time.” According to for students,” Cardwell said. to the importance of students’ involved in high impact prac- Cardwell, the common learning time would be a weekly block of The committee plans to cre- involvement in “high impact tices,” Cardwell said. ate a general education curricu- practices” such as learning Senators asked questions See USG | Page 3 lum that would create liberally communities and study abroad regarding the current existence educated students and include programs as a focal point of the of capstone courses within

FORUM The most wonderful time of the year Collumnist Josh Whetherholt talks about how the NCAA Tournament is the best display of sport and handicaps the 65-team field with the schools to watch | Page 4

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BLOTTER

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WED., MARCH 10 2:23 A.M.

David M. Vasquez, 25, of Bowling Green, was arrested for assaulting his boyfriend. 3:31 A.M.

Cody Swartz, 21, of Fostoria, was charged with inducing panic after jumping in front of a Wood County Sheriff’s Office deputy’s vehicle near the 1500 block of E. Wooster St.

Complainant reported that someone stole her women’s green diamondback mountain bike valued at $300 within 700 block of N. Enterprise St.

Shannon Dixon, 24, of Bowling Green, was arrested for theft, after taking cosmetic items totaling $27.06 without payment within the 100 block of E. Gypsy Lane. 7:12 P.M.

Individual reported that his aunt threatened him when she yelled at him at church. Police advised the individual that it did not constitute a threat and to speak to church staff if he did not like his aunt’s behavior.

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Complainant reported that his child support card was stolen within 1500 block of Clough St. and used to purchase minutes on a prepaid cell phone.

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CHEF From Page 1 tying and I was working.” Hannan worked for Chartwells and Compass Group NAD for nine years. He started as the regional executive chef for the western region of the United States, based at the University of Utah. At the time, he was also the senior executive chef at the University. He eventually became the corporate chef, where he developed national initiatives. Before coming to the University, the worst injury he had was a third degree burn from dropping a tray of potatoes on his forearm. Besides cooking, Hannan likes to golf, hike, camp and garden in his free time. Hannan’s favorite meals to eat are a braised lamb shank and lamb stew with cucumber and tomato. He said the most popular food at the University is anything with cheese. Sargent has worked at the University for more than seven years. Sargent said Hannan wanted her to be a part of his “brigade” for improving University food.

North Bar. 3:03 A.M.

Chantler Dingledine, 25, of Bowling Green, and Suzanna Thatcher, 24, of Grand Rapids, Ohio, were cited for disorderly conduct near Lot 1.

2:32 A.M. 4:12 P.M.

Joshuah Sheehan, 19, of Toledo, was arrested for theft/shoplifting at Meijer after attempting to leave the store without paying for 18 packages of Konami Collectible Cards and one CD. 4:54 P.M.

3:04 P.M.

Individual was warned for taunting after yelling at a group walking within the 100 block of E. Wooster St.

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Brian J. Zimmerman, 19, of Grand Rapids, Ohio, was arrested on two counts of trafficking drugs for knowingly going to sell $300 worth of marijuana and 10 pieces of LSD blotter paper within the 100 block of Troup Ave.

Individual was warned for disorderly conduct after attempting to climb a sign near Kamikaze’s on E. Wooster St.

10:41 A.M.

Individuals warned for disorderly conduct/inappropriate behavior in a vehicle parked at Wintergarden Park.

6:50 P.M.

Edwin Mungons, 81, of Bowling Green, was arrested for receiving stolen property and obstructing official business after reporting to the police that he found a wallet, then attempting to keep some contents of the wallet when police arrived.

SUN., MARCH 14

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Resident within 800 block of N. Enterprise St. reported that someone attempted to break into his apartment, damaging the door and deadbolt.

MON., MARCH 15 3:33 A.M.

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Janice West, 39, of Bowling Green, was arrested for obstructing justice for claiming an individual involved in a fight earlier at 149 North Bar was not at her residence, though he was found in her bathroom.

Two individuals were warned for disorderly conduct after being forcefully removed from City Tap for causing a disturbance with City Tap staff.

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Cody Starr, 20, of Portage, Ohio, was cited for underage under the influence near Uptown/Downtown.

SAT., MARCH 13

Individual was warned for disorderly conduct/taunting near Lot 2.

1:57 A.M.

Two individuals were warned for disorderly conduct/fighting near 149

Police responding to yelling within 600 block of Wallace Ave. were advised by residents that the yelling was for sexual reasons and that everything was okay.

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She enjoys being a chef just as much as he does. “There is something very unique about being a chef,” Sargent said. “It’s hard on your body and mind, but it is so rewarding at the end of the day.” Sargent said she and Hannan “clicked very quick because of our same like of food.” She is glad to be a part of his culinary team and believes his knowledge will immensely help Dining Services. Nicole Fratianne, a senior majoring in tourism administration, met Hannan in the summer when she was a student representative for the University Dining Committee. “Pat is really great to work with,” Fratianne said. “He listens to the voice of the students and indeed tries to improve dining on our campus. “ She said that the University has increased the amount of vegetarian options this year and keeps the dining facilities open longer because of Hannan. PHOTO PROVIDED BY PAT HANNAN Hannan and Sargent said IN THE KITCHEN: BGSU Executive Chef works in the kitchen preparing dishes and delicathe goal is to “progress a little cies for students. every day.”

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don’t have more,” Carels said. The class lasts from three to six months and is mostly University faculty and staff. “We talk about nutrition and the psychological aspects,” Young said. “We encourage them to do exercise on their own, and they weigh in once a week when they have the class.” Darby said the group uses a book called “The LEARN Program,” which focuses on walking and was developed by Kelly Brownell, a professor at Yale. Carels has developed his own method, called the SteppedCare model, for the weight loss groups. “Each year, there is psychological twist or turn, but the unique part is [that] it’s a stepped-care approach to weight loss,” Darby said. “Those that can do it on their own are given the book and the go-ahead.” Participants who are having trouble at the lowest intensity are then stepped up to the next level, which includes more intense interventions, such as meeting with nutritionists or psychologists. Then undergraduate and graduate students help with research and data collection. “The things we find, we use when we do future groups,” said Young. “We do research and we hope what we do will be helpful in one way or another. It has an immediate impact and that’s what I like about it.” The research group which all the graduate students and Carels are a part of write papers about their findings. These are published in journals and the group presents at conferences.

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AUTOGRAPHING AGAINST ALCOHOL: Members of Pi Kappa Phi demonstrate their hatred for students drinking and driving March 5 in the Union. “Never Again” is a program established by the fraternity urging students to be careful when drinking alcohol during spring break. By signing a board, students pledged to be responsible when consuming alcohol during spring break. Approximately 400 students signed the board. Junior Andrew Connors said the event honors two former brothers, Steve Hanna and Kevin Ross, after they died in a alcohol-related car crash in 1985.

BRACKET From Page 1 scored 67.4 points per game, and beat three teams that were ranked in the top 10 at some point this season. BGSU also plays stingy defense, allowing 60.1 points per game and fewer than that the past five games. But, they rely more on their offense than the Spartans, as the Falcons average 73.7 points per game and use an up-tempo pace to compete with bigger teams. The mismatches that Michigan State’s players will cause for the Falcons will be great. BGSU has played against some bigger players this season during Mid-American Conference play, but that experience will only go so far against the Spartans. “This is another level,” Miller said. “They literally have guards on their program that are bigger, stronger, and faster than our post game.” Michigan State’s post game is none too shabby either. Six-foot-nine center Allyssa

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DeHaan is one of the biggest players in the NCAA and is much larger than Falcon center Tara Breske, who is six feet tall. Breske hasn’t forgotten the matchup between them from the WNIT game. “[I remember] very well. Yes I do,” Breske said. Falcon players are not letting those matchup problems deter them though. Senior Sarah Clapper said BGSU should have no problem staying in the game. “I think we’re going to match up OK, and I think it’s going to be a good game,” she said. The Falcons earned an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2007 by beating Toledo 62-53 in the championship game of the MAC Tournament this past Saturday at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland. In the 2007 tournament, the seventh-seeded Falcons advanced to the Sweet 16 by beating 10th-seeded Oklahoma State in the first round and upsetting secondseeded Vanderbilt in the second round. BGSU lost to third-seeded

Arizona State 67-49 in the Sweet 16, ending the deepest run any MAC team has ever made in the tournament. Breske is the only starter on the team who has played in that NCAA Tournament, earning one minute in the loss to Arizona State. Because her playing time was so limited, Breske does not plan to draw from her playing time, instead drawing from the exposure she gained watching her teammates from the bench. “The experience, the leadership from the upperclassmen,” Breske said. “They showed us how hard we have to work. Even though I didn’t play much in the tournament, you take away so much of the atmosphere.” Fellow senior Laura Bugher played two minutes during that game. Michigan State earned an atlarge bid to the tournament after being ousted in the Big Ten Tournament by Iowa in the semifinals. The Falcons are 2-3 in NCAA Tournament games coached by Miller and 3-9 all-time.

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“Food history is important to understand where we are going now. We went from the days of gluttony to a grand celebration. This history is what we endear.” —Executive Chef of Dining Services Patrick Hannan on providing healthy food [see story, pg. 1].

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FALCON SCREECH You know, it’s really annoying when I go into the public girls’ restrooms on campus and someone has sprinkled all over the toilet seat. Seriously, are we in kindergarten? Isn’t it sad we have to have signs that read “If you sprinkle when you tinkle, be a sweetie and wipe the seatie”? How old are we? Please clean up after yourselves, or learn how to sit down on the seat and pee into the toilet bowl at the same time. We’re in college now, ladies. -POTTY MOUTH More professors should take into account that Wednesday is St. Patrick’s Day. Some students will NOT be making it to class for obvious reasons, so making the day optional would be better for everyone involved. No students have to plan their drinking schedules around classes and no professors have to deal with drunkies yelling out in their classrooms. It’s a win-win. -HOLIDAY DISTRACTIONS Why is it that the Microsoft Office e-mail program never opens right, and the “owaauth.dll” always shows up? It’s not a major issue, but it pisses me off. It’s been happening for two years, and seeing those little letters half of the time I try to open my e-mail just prematurely frustrates me before I open up my crowded e-mail inbox. -ENRAGED E-MAILER Does the Bursar’s Office even realize they are dealing with college students? The online payment option carries with it a hefty $33.61 service charge. Does it really cost CASHNet that much money to do a transaction? With the poor economy and students strapped for cash, can’t the Bursar’s Office come up with a payment method that doesn’t involve cash, check or service charge, without taking out more loans? People who run Web sites like CASHNet are supreme criminals and the University should not do business with them. -DARL BUNDREN Does a team from the south region have to go to the Final Four? Are you kidding me? Duke is not deserving of a No. 1 seed and Villanova has been sinking fast. Baylor could possibly end up in the Final Four while teams like Ohio State, Kansas, West Virginia and Kansas State could easily win this region with their eyes closed. If it wasn’t for the mass amounts of money that I have riding on this bracket, I would only pick three regions. -MARV ALBERT

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After a hellish year of waiting and waiting, the NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship finally started again with yesterday’s Selection Show. March Madness is, without any doubt, my favorite time of the sporting year. Forget the Super Bowl. Forget the World Series. Forget even the Lower-Oakland Roller Derby Championships. The Madness is on top. It is the one place to see young athletes play with the utmost passion and desire to advance. Watching your bracket crumble as an underdog knocks out your top team is bittersweet, because even though your chances at winning that office pool are over, unpredictability is what March Madness is all about. The tournament garners such prestige and excitement across the nation that it has become suggested as a way to resolve the college football season and, in my opinion, should be the way the NBA championship goes as well.

But with 64 teams in the tournament, it can become difficult to know who to watch. There will be roughly 189 hours of basketball to watch over the next couple weeks, and most of it will be wild. There will always be a 12 seed upsetting a five seed, a one seed does not lose to 16, and there will be at least one Cinderella looking for a glass slipper. So with all the hubbub and confusion, here is my list of what I think will be the most exciting teams to watch in the tournament.

Syracuse The Orangemen started off the preseason barely ranked at 24. Since then, they have dominated their way to being a one seed with a 28-4 record, topping seven top13 teams along the way. They are one of the country’s most exciting teams, chock full of wild assists and fast-paced play. Probably their key asset is their ability to run the transition game. If North Carolina proved anything last year, it is that a fast-paced, well-run transition game will destroy opponents, and the Orangemen do just that.

Ohio State The Buckeyes may only be 55 against ranked opponents for

the season, but do not let that convince you they are not legit. The Bucks have a shallow bench, and in the past, that has ruined tourney-bound teams, but with the experience and raw talent OSU sports, they could make a big run. Evan Turner is arguably the best player in the country, and with David Lighty and Jon Diebler backing him up, the sparks will fly and OSU will surprise people. OSU has a weak postgame, so it will be interesting, but if there is one good thing about basketball, it is that size doesn’t always matter.

Kentucky The Wildcats have been virtually unstoppable this season, posting a 32-2 record and 6-1 against ranked opponents. After winning their 26th Southeast Conference Title, the Cats have shown their claws. Freshman John Wall has led the Big Blue the whole season, and his play in the SEC tourney has shown he doesn’t intend to stop anytime soon. UK has a tough tourney schedule going up against the likes of Wisconsin, West Virginia and Clemson, so they should have some interesting games, and be sure to watch for them in the Big Dance.

Baylor The Baylor Bears are coming in at 25-7, with a dismal 23 record against ranked teams. However, coming out of the Big 12 Conference will have prepared them for a rigorous tournament schedule, out of one of the weaker-looking regions. If they can keep up on rebounds, which has been an issue, and get big games from LaceDarius Dunn and Ekpe Udoh, the Bears could roar their way to the Final Four and beyond.

Kansas The Jayhawks started off the season at the number one spot and held it for an impressive 14 games. They come in with a 7-1 record against ranked teams, and they know how to run. They are a quick team, and have experience with their senior guard, Sherron Collins. Kansas has a rich history of basketball prowess and I guarantee they mean to keep it that way. As the overall number one seed in the tournament, they have a big target on their backs. Watch their tournament run with interest; it won’t disappoint. Respond to Josh at thenews@bgnews.com

Syllabus is guide for students, not a contract PHIL SCHURRER FACULTY COLUMNIST

A syllabus is a normal part of most classes. Together with a textbook and lecture notes, it forms the standard class equipment package. Most syllabi contain the normal items: dates, time and place of class meetings, class calendar, instructor’s office hours, grading information, list of requirements and rules regarding attendance, participation, etc. I’ve often thought about the “ideal” syllabus, that perfect communication instrument between instructor and student. Of course, such a thing exists only in fantasy, but there are some things I think should be part of an ideal syllabus. First of all, attendance: in my class, attendance is required. I do not take attendance, but expect all students to show up on time and prepared to learn. Tardiness would be noted and would be reflected in the final grade. At present, I tell students if they are habitually late due to another instructor consistently exceeding his/her time allotment, I will contact the other instructor. I come from a generation that has seen men die in rice paddies; I’m not easily intimidated. I will call on students and expect them to have read the assigned material. I’ve had a few students over the years tell me they don’t like to speak in class. They feel intimidated, afraid, nervous or whatever. Absence, a disability or other

compelling reason, my reply is: get used to it. In the work world, you’ll be expected to give reports, answer questions and provide summaries to your peers, subordinates and management. The consequences for not being able to do so can be much more severe than a mere grade reduction. Once in the classroom, students are to ensure they are ready to begin at the start of class. All too often, I ask questions and then students begin to haul out their textbook, notebook, etc. You know you’re going to need these items, why not get them out and be ready to go at the beginning of class? All my classes begin exactly on time and end on time. I respect the students’ time. They may have another class in 10 minutes. This is actually good preparation for the work world. Employers expect you to begin working when the workday commences — not come into work, hang up your coat, get a cup of coffee and hang out with your work friends, but actually be at your desk with the computer booted up and ready to begin. This means coming into work a few minutes early to complete all those preliminary things. Get used to it; it’ll be required. Once class begins, don’t leave, except for a genuine emergency. No supervisor would countenance people getting up in the middle of a meeting to use the restroom, take a call on a cell phone, etc. It’s disrespectful to the meeting leader and it creates distractions. Team projects are necessary and important, but overemphasized. I’ve never had my participation as

a team member used as a major factor in my annual evaluation. Teams are important and have their place in a classroom setting, but at bottom, the grade belongs to the individual, not the group. Next — laptops in class: Except for special circumstances — such as students with disabilities — laptops, cell phones, iPods, etc., would be strictly forbidden. Why? These electronic items merely furnish students with additional distractions, not only for the user, but also for those directly behind. There may be times computers can be used during class, such as in labs, but their use or even appearance would be proscribed during lectures. I can hear the wails and whining from some students. “But we’re adults; we are supposed to have the right to manage how we learn, as well as where and when it will take place.” Sorry, it doesn’t work that way. First: it’s my class, my lecture and my responsibility, so it’s my rules. Second: the notion that some college students are fully mature adults able to manage their activities is a proposition to be proven, not an axiom to be accepted. Need proof? Check out the police blotter in The BG News on any given day, particularly Monday. Or the students that habitually sleep during class. A syllabus has often been described as a contract between the teacher and students. This is utter nonsense. In a contract, there is a certain amount of compromise, negotiation and give-andtake prior to signing. This protocol

does not occur in a syllabus. The ideal syllabus should be an instructor’s guide for students regarding behavior and academic success. It’s not the product of a democratic process, but is good training for the future world of work, which also lacks many essential features of democracy. On testing: Because of the subject matter and the level that I teach at, a great majority of my tests are objective. I don’t grade “on the curve.” In the work world, a good portion of an evaluation is based on objective criteria — staying within budget, making the sales numbers, meeting deadlines, minimizing costs or the percentage of defects, etc. On many occasions, there are correct answers. On the other hand, I look carefully at the results of my tests and quizzes. If a majority of the class does poorly on a particular question, then the fault is lies with me, not them. I also give assignments where students are compelled to express themselves in decent, concise English. These are the hardest to grade, but probably the most beneficial. Readers should know my friends Stubby McDrool, Elmer Flatnoggin and I had a lively discussion about some of the items. They have a wager with me: I’ll probably get more e-mail regarding this topic than on all my other columns combined. I’m not certain of that, but I’d be interested in hearing from readers. Respond to Phil at thenews@bgnews.com

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When Gayane Avanian asked her son Haik to create a Web site to showcase a knitting service, neither expected the resulting ReKnit to be an overnight success. However, just two days after its January 4 launch, the GOOD magazine’s blog picked up the idea for one of its posts, highlighting it as “sustainable fashion” and starting a whirlwind of press. Sweaters sent to ReKnit are carefully unraveled by Gayane Avanian and reknitted into something else.

The finished product depends on the results of the votes tallied from a poll on ReKnit’s Web site, rekn.it, and the votes will determine the next month’s knitted item. March’s item was a hat, with two styles to select from, but within eighteen hours, the month’s 30-order limit had been filled. According to Haik, the cap had been set to keep his mother from becoming overwhelmed after January brought in 35 orders. The idea behind ReKnit is based on Armenian tradition. Haik describes reknitting as “culturally normal” to Armenians and often cites “an extreme

example of rekniting” with a 40year-old ball of yarn that was repurposed multiple times. “My grandma first used it to knit jackets for my mom and aunt when they were born. As they grew the jackets were combined into one sweater for my mom,” he said. This repurposing continued several more times, until it was finally made into a jacket for his sister Ani when she was a child. “We still have that jacket, and it’s a great family heirloom that has a lot of our history embedded,” Haik said. This method of maintaining family history is appreciated by some of ReKnit’s clients.

In an interview with NPR, Gayane Avanian said a woman sent her a jacket knitted by her grandmother with a note requesting she incorporate the buttons that were on it. She added them to the finished scarf. However, according to Haik, some people use ReKnit for other purposes besides family history. “I had a man e-mail me and ask if it would be okay to send in a sweater with kid stains,” he said. “I said sure.” The next ordering period for ReKnit starts April 1, with orders accepted online. ReKnit charges $30 per sweater.

Clazel concert brings green message to a green holiday Barefoot Truth, Señor O’Malley and his Celtic Surprise to perform for St. Patrick’s Day By Troy Chamberlain Reporter

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from the surface of nearly every syllable of Evans’ lyrics, watered as needed with the low, primal growls of an Australian eucalyptus didgeridoo — a green message for a green holiday. Efforts to categorize the band have rendered varied results, ranging from jam to reggae and pop. Waynelovich attributed this to the breadth of styles the band utilizes. He said recognition of the eclectic nature of their music should predominate attention to genre. “The most important thing is acknowledging we play a lot of different styles,” he said. The band is currently touring to promote their new album “Threads,” released Feb. 16, and according to Driscoll, the band looks to make Bowling Green a regular stop. The album is their first since bringing Waynelovich on full-time and introduces the jazz influence not yet revealed on previous albums. “Will was in a great place creatively. We also as a band were in a great place creatively,” Waynelovich said. “Everyone was throwing some great ideas

into the melting pot.” The St. Patrick’s Day show will begin at 7 p.m. with University grad students coming together for the evening to form the Irish-themed group Señor O’Mally and his Celtic Surprise. According to the club’s marketing director, Banan Alkilani, the group was brought in to add ambiance to the evening. “We just wanted to provide a great atmosphere for St. Patrick’s Day,” he said. “Everyone will be going out and enjoying their time, so we wanted to provide great music — Irish music to start the night and a jam band to end the night.” Waynelovich and Driscoll hinted at the possibility of an Irish twist to a few of their songs at the show in honor of the holiday and expressed anticipation for the good vibe St. Patrick’s Day promises. “We’ll all be Irish that night,” said Driscoll. The show is for individuals 18 and older and admission is free to all, Alkilani said. Free food will be available and drink specials will be featured all day.

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ularity spread westward, according to Driscoll, largely as a result of the online radio site Pandora. com, which plays songs according to individual listeners’ style preferences. “[Pandora] has really been our biggest means of promotion,” Driscoll said. Waynelovich cited Dave Matthews, John Butler Trio and Dispatch as influences; the lattermost, according to Driscoll, having the heaviest hand in shaping the band’s style in the early years. “There is no hiding that [Dispatch] was the influence in the beginning of the music,” Driscoll said. Pete Francis, former lead vocalist for Dispatch, toured with Barefoot Truth in 2010 and collaborated with the band on the album “Wake the Mountain,” released March 2009. The band’s sound is a brew of post-Sublime, reggae-acoustic, funk-folk spun with chef’schoice flavors of jam, bluegrass and a new addition of some very jazzy elements. Environmentalism sprouts

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Fargo-area residents prepare to face floods By Dave Kolpack The Associated Press

FARGO, N.D. — Police escorted convoys of flatbed trucks carrying piles of sandbags into neighborhoods along Fargo’s Red River on Monday as residents began preparing to keep the looming flood waters away from their homes. The cities of Fargo in eastern North Dakota and neighboring Moorhead, Minn., were in flood fighting mode after the National Weather Service bumped up its flood crest forecast because of warm weather and rain. The Red River is expected to crest on Saturday about 20 feet above the flood stage, meaning the rising waters flowing over the river’s banks could threaten nearby houses, roads and parks. Last year, about 100 homes in the area were damaged and thousands of people were evacuated after the Red River rose above the flood stage for a record 61 days and crested twice. Officials say they are better prepared this year for flooding thanks to earlier sandbagging efforts and the building of stronger levees across the region. Miles of clay levees, more than 1 million sandbags and portable wall systems will be used to help protect an area of about 200,000 people in Cass County, N.D., and Clay County, Minn. Clay County Sheriff Bill Bergquist said a handful of residents outside the city left their houses mainly because they don’t want to be stranded by overland flooding. “Everybody has to understand that this is for real,” Fargo Mayor Dennis Walaker said after a briefing with city

and county officials. Fargo resident Karry Hoganson was chopping down an evergreen tree in his neighbor’s back yard to help make room for a sandbag dike. When he bought his house in 2002, Hoganson said historical figures showed he would be sandbagging once every 10 years. But it’s been more like every other year, he said. “I chose to live on the river. I’m not looking for sympathy,” he said. “I bought it for the view. I love it here.” Palates of sandbags lined streets and cul-de-sacs in several neighborhoods of higherend homes along the river in south Fargo. Dan Sholy, who was hired to help unload the trucks, said some people have been clearing out their back yards to make room for the sandbags, which weigh about 20 pounds each. Over the next few days, residents will stack the sandbags — in Hoganson’s neighborhood the dike will be 9 feet wide and 3 feet high — in an attempt to keep the river’s waters away from their homes. “Right now they’re are getting everything all flagged and marked for the dikes,” Sholy said. “We’ll have volunteers coming in tomorrow so there’s going to be lot of action here.” Fargo has mapped out a plan to deliver sandbags over the next three days, starting with the most vulnerable neighborhoods. Sandbagging is expected to kick into high gear on Wednesday, when high school and junior high students will be excused from school to chip in with the flood preparation efforts. The city also asked for 200 National Guard members

“I chose to live on the river. I’m not looking for sympathy. I bought it for the view. I love it here.” Karry Hoganson | Homeowner for help. “We have 27,000 pieces of property in the city of Fargo alone and they are all vulnerable,” Walaker said. “We really need volunteers. We really need protection.” Walaker said he’s confident the city could handle a crest of 38 feet this year, which is expected to happen on Saturday. Last year, the river crested on March 28 at a record 40.84 feet, nearly 23 feet above flood stage. “Hopefully on Saturday it’s time for the champagne and lighting the cigars,” he said. “But it’s not the time today.” Unprecedented mild temperatures that melted snow and persistent rainfall so far this year led to an accelerated flood crest forecast, weather officials said. The crest had been expected later this month or early April. Dr. Andrew McLean, medical director of North Dakota’s Department of Human Services, said the prospect of back-to-back annual flooding has been difficult for some residents. “People are still tired from last year,” McLean said. “The good news right now is we have a shortened time frame. That’s actually a good thing. People do step up.”

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case as suspicious. Smiley’s fiancé, Robb Simmons, has posted pleas for help on his Web site. “The past 36 hours have been nerve-racking and full of fear, pain and sorrow,” Simmons wrote. Jim Pribbenow, who found the vehicle, told the Olympian the back hatch and side door were open, the front end was stuck in the mud, and “you could see where the wheels had spun in trying to back out.” Simmons and Smiley’s stepfather started searching for his fiancé and her son after she didn’t arrive at their planned meeting place Saturday. Smiley’s grandparents told

Simmons that Smiley had called from a house in Olympia and said she had stopped to use a phone and ask for directions. She wasn’t heard from again. “I have no idea of why she would have ended up down that road,” Simmons wrote. Azriel is a second-grader at Vinland Elementary in the North Kitsap School District, according to Charley McCabe, Vinland’s principal. Staff was notified Monday of his disappearance, and McCabe sent out an e-mail alerting parents. “We are all concerned for their safety and remain hopeful that they will be found soon,” McCabe wrote.

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had more than a year to prepare with a number of lawyers working on his behalf. Blagojevich is charged with CHICAGO — Prosecutors urged a federal judge Monday to turn racketeering conspiracy and down ousted Illinois Gov. Rod other offenses that include alleBlagojevich’s request to delay his gations he schemed to sell or corruption trial, saying public trade President Barack Obama’s interest in the case warrants a former U.S. Senate seat and illegally pressured people doing speedy resolution. Blagojevich’s attorneys asked business with the state for camU.S. District Judge James B. Zagel paign contributions. He has last week to postpone the trial, pleaded not guilty. His attorneys have asked that which is scheduled to begin June the start of the trial be delayed 3, by five months. Prosecutors told Zagel that until Nov. 3, saying they must Blagojevich “has repeatedly and review an overwhelming numpublicly challenged the legitima- ber of documents and there is no way they can have the job done cy of the charges against him.” “As a result, the public has a by June. Defense attorneys also noted strong interest in the expeditious resolution of the charges the current U.S. Supreme Court — an interest that would not be review of the federal honest serserved by an unnecessary delay vices fraud law, which makes it of five months in the start of his a crime for officials to withhold from taxpayers their intangible trial,” prosecutors said. They also reminded Zagel that right to officials’ honest services. by June 3, Blagojevich will have Critics say the law is so vague, it

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MOSCOW — The top U.N. environmental watchdog has criticized Russia in a report to be released Tuesday for ignoring the effects that several construction projects for the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi will have on the region’s unique wildlife. In the report — obtained Monday by the Associated Press — the U.N. Environment Program says impact assessments undertaken by the government “did not take into account the cumulative ... effects of the various projects on the ecosystems of the Sochi region and its population.” The Sochi games are a pet project of Russia’s powerful Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, who broke tradition to

deliver a speech in English to the International Olympic Committee in 2007 during the bidding stage. Putin spokesman Dmitry Peskov refused immediate comment, saying he hadn’t seen the UNEP report. Russia’s dated Black Sea resort of Sochi is under the spotlight as it takes the torch from Vancouver as the next Winter Olympic host. As constructors set about building all the required facilities from scratch, green activists say the ecosystems have already suffered irreversible damage, and bird and bear habitats have been destroyed. Ecologists say the pristine rivers and forests of the North Caucasus mountain range are home to thousands of protected plant and animal species. The government says it has

taken the activists’ concerns on board and accuses them of trying to sabotage the games as a public relations stunt. The “Sochi 2014 Report of the UNEP 2nd Expert Mission” was based on the body’s three-day trip to Sochi in January, which involved visits to various sites considered sensitive along the construction path of a combined road and rail link that connects coastal facilities with ones in the mountains. The WWF and Greenpeace Russia say the chief environmental threat is to the Mzymta River, which the communications link is set to follow. Thousands of beech trees have been felled to clear the path for the link. UNEP also said Sochi organizers were procrastinating on political decisions that would mitigate and compensate for

the unwanted environmental fallout of the games. “The mission observed that decisions taken at the political level ... are taking too long,” the report said. It cited such projects as the enlargement of Sochi National Park, better protection of the Mzymta valley, and the creation of new protected areas along the Black Sea coast that would host migratory birds. The WWF and Greenpeace recently suspended their cooperation as consultants for Olympstroi, the state-run constructor, in protest that their concerns were being ignored. The UNEP report urged both the activists and the government to continue cooperating, saying there was a “reluctance to engage with or even listen to each other’s calls for actions from both sides.”

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Activists promise to collect, spill blood for protest Anti-government protestors vow to spill 1,000 liters of blood, demand the dissolution of parliament By Grant Peck The Associated Press

BANGKOK — Protest leaders vowed Monday to collect blood from tens of thousands of anti-government activists and splash it onto the Thai government headquarters in a symbolic sacrifice to press their demands for new elections. As many as 100,000 “Red Shirt” protesters converged Sunday on Bangkok to demand that Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva agree to dissolve parliament by midday Monday. Abhisit refused and blanketed the capital in security, but said his government was open to listening to what else the protesters have to say. Frustrated, the protest leaders said they would collect “1

million cubic centimeters” of protesters’ blood, or about 264 gallons (1,000 liters), to spill at Government House in the Thai capital by Tuesday evening — a tactic slammed by the Red Cross as wasteful and potentially unhygienic. Weng Tojirakarn, a protest leader and doctor, said the plan would test Abhisit’s conscience. “Now that people have agreed to sacrifice their blood like this, how can he not make a sacrifice by dissolving the parliament?” Weng said. The Red Shirts include supporters of former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra and other activists who oppose the 2006 military coup that ousted him for alleged corruption and abuse of power. They believe Abhisit came to

power illegitimately with the connivance of the military and other parts of the traditional ruling class who were alarmed by Thaksin’s popularity. Earlier Monday, thousands of protesters departed from their encampment in downtown Bangkok to besiege an army base on the edge of the capital where Abhisit has partly been based during the protests. He also is believed to have departed the base several times by helicopter. The protesters beseeched soldiers from outside the gates of the 11th Infantry Regiment, but withdrew after their noon deadline passed without even seeing the prime minister. Soldiers played songs composed by the Thai king in a bid to keep things calm. Abhisit told a nationwide

television audience that his government’s goal is not to “remain entrenched” but that it would not step down in response to the protesters. “The government must listen to the demonstrators. Although the demand can’t be met by noon, we are willing to hear what they say,” he said. Charnvit Kasetsiri, a distinguished Thai historian, said that the government has not come out ahead in the episode. “The fact that the prime minister has to resort to staying at the military base and nobody is aware of his whereabouts now indicates that the situation isn’t looking good,” he said. “The Red Shirts’ plan to pour blood is both symbolic and dynamic. They won’t back down that easily.”

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PHOTOS BY | RYAN PIROG ABOVE: A range of colors fill the sky behind the Bowling Green city courthouse just before 8 p.m. on Monday evening. TOP LEFT: The HeeBeeBGs are led by president Shane Coe (center) in an acapella exercise in the Black Swamp Pub. The group performed late Monday night. BOTTOM LEFT: The HeeBeeBGs belt out an acapella cover of The Killers’ pop-rock hit “Somebody Told Me.” They have their home concert March 22, 8 p.m. in Kobacker Hall.

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HUG: BG coach Curt Miller and senior Tara Breske embrace each other after the Falcons defeated Toledo 62-53 for the MAC Championship on Saturday at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland.

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up to their expectations and didn’t deliver the effort that had led the Falcons to a SEAN dominant regular season. SHAPIRO “The player of the year in the conferSPORTS EDITOR ence lost her confidence,” BG coach Curt Miller said after the loss. “Our center and captain lost her confidence.” All that lost confidence was erased CLEVELAND — After 364 days, redempfrom memory on Saturday as Prochaska tion had finally come. On March 13, 2009, BG fell to underdog launched the ball into the air with one Ball State 55-51, failing to win the Mid- second remaining, and once it landed American Conference title and missing on the floor of Quickens Loan Arena, the the NCAA Tournament for the second new MAC Tournament MVP was already swarmed by her teammates. straight season. Redemption had come in the form of During that loss to Ball State, Lauren Prochaska and Tara Breske failed to live a 62-53 victory, and it couldn’t have been

MAC History” played on the Jumbotron sweeter. Trailing by 10 points to archrival — it was BG’s loss to Ball State from a Toledo, a team that had broken their year ago. While Prochaska and Breske admitted aura of perfection in the rivalry in their first meeting, BG went on a 17-2 run to they hadn’t seen the Jumbotron during reclaim the lead before halftime with the timeout, they came out of the break motivated to erase the image that many Breske and Prochaska leading the way. First Prochaska scored seven of her Toledo fans had just cheered. First the two-time MAC Player of the team’s next 14 points to tie the game at 24, and then Breske delivered the lead Year drained a 3-pointer to regain the on two of her trademark turnaround lead, and then a minute later she did it again, giving her team a five-point cushjumpers. ion. But, they weren’t done yet. In the second half, BG trailed by one With BG clinging to a 3-point lead, with less than nine minutes remaining, Breske made the play of the game with and during a timeout a “Great Moment in 59 seconds remaining.

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Toledo’s Naama Shafir teed up for what would have been a 15-foot jumper, but Breske soared in for a big block with her right hand. “I was just happy we got the ball back,” Breske said. “I just tried to not let her get that shot off.” Just 16 seconds later, Prochaska swished home two free throws and a four-point swing that all but ensured the victory. Finally, as Breske and Prochaska took their turns cutting down the Quicken Loans Arena nets, any memory of the loss to Ball State was replaced by pure joy.

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Falcon baseball team finds success over spring break By Ryan Satkowiak Reporter

Spencer hit two home runs and drove in four runs during the week, while sophomore shortThe Falcon baseball team left stop Jon Berti added four more the RussMatt Central Florida RBIs on 12-for-18 batting. In BG’s 16-10 win over Sacred Invitational with a winning Heart, senior outfielder Dennis record and a little momentum. BG went 3-1-1 on the trip to Vaughn went 3-for-5 with five Florida, notching victories RBIs. BG also got strong pitching over Sacred Heart, Butler and from several players throughout Northeastern. The team’s only loss came at the week. Senior Kevin Leady had his the hands of Rhode Island, who defeated the Falcons in a late- strongest performance of the season in BG’s 3-1 win over inning comeback. BG also tied Yale 7-7 after rain Butler. He went 7.2 innings on the hill, allowing only six hits ended the game in five innings. The Falcons were set to take and one run while striking out on North Dakota State and nine. Sophomore Ross Gerdeman Indiana to end their trip, but those games were canceled as pitched a scoreless inning to rain worsened sloppy field con- notch his first save of the season. BG used nine pitchers ditions. The games will not be throughout the week, but as the rescheduled. Several Falcons did not need season progresses, the team will the extra games to put together look to stretch out pitch counts outstanding numbers during and get longer outings from its starters. With a good mix of the tournament, however. Senior third baseman Derek both young and veteran talent

Jon Berti Went 12-for-18 at the plate in BG’s trip to Florida on the roster, the Falcons are in a good position to work their pitching staff into shape by the time Mid-American Conference play begins. Tonight’s home opener against the University of Findlay has been canceled due to bad field conditions. The game will not be rescheduled. BG’s home opener will now be against Central Michigan on March 24 and MAC play will begin when the Falcons take on Northern Illinois at home on March 26. The Falcons will travel to Kentucky this weekend to take on Eastern Kentucky in a threegame series. First pitch is slated for 2:00 p.m. on Friday.

Softball struggles in Georgia By Brett Wane Reporter

drove in a run, and Fulk hit her second career home run. Things only got worse for BG Junior pitcher Zada Lines threw on day two as they only mustered her first career no-hitter in a 3-0 one run in two games. The Falcons were defeated 4-1 win over Dartmouth to kick off the by UNC Greensboro, and 8-0 by Buzz Classic on Friday, March 5. That was the only success the Georgia Tech. Up 1-0 in the top of seventh Falcon softball team had in the tournament, however, as they fell against UNC Greensboro, BG was to 4-9 on the season with four three outs away from a victory. The Falcons were able to get two straight losses. The Tennessee-Martin outs on two of the first three batSkyhawks overcame an early def- ters faced, but then struggled. Following two walks and an icit to defeat the Falcons 7-3 and improve to 10-1 on the season error which loaded the bases, the completing play on the first day next batter for UNC Greensboro hit a grand slam. for BG. The Falcons tried to get back on Against the Skyhawks, freshmanHannahFulkandsophomore track in the bottom of the seventh Rachel Proehl each went 2-for-3 and loaded the bases, but they for Bowling Green and accounted were unable to put any runs on for all three of the Falcons’ runs the board. Freshman Paige Berger was the scored. Both Fulk and Proehl

Zada Lines Threw a no-hitter in BG’s opening game against Dartmouth sole run scorer for the Falcons. She hit her fourth home run of the season. On the third and final day of the Buzz Classic, Berger hit her fifth home run of the season against the University of North Florida. However, that would be the only run the Falcons would get, as they were defeated 7-1. BG pitchers allowed only four hits, but three were homers. The Falcons will get back in action on March 24 against the University of Michigan. First pitch is scheduled for 4 p.m.

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every indication that her fine fall semester was no fluke. Grunden made five birdies on The BG women’s golf team made day one on her way to opening its third consecutive spring ven- round 74, which put her in a tie ture to Arizona last week and for sixth at day’s end. “In the first round I hit the ball returned to Northwest Ohio with an 18th place finish in the Rio tremendously well,” Grunden said. “Most of my shots were Verde Invitational. The Falcons finished the 54- winding up pretty close. I made hole tournament on March 7 with a double bogey on the 17th a cumulative score of 998 (+146), which derailed me a bit, but overall I played really well.” the highest in the 18-team field. Although a balky putter would Although the tangible result may not be quite what the doom her to rounds of 80 and 81 Falcons had in mind, there were, over the final two days, Grunden’s according to coach Stephanie three-day total of 235 (+22) still Young, many positives to be merited a tie for 37th in the field of 96, making her the highest plactaken from the experience. “I think this was a very positive ing Falcon by a long shot. “I thought Susy had great conoverall experience for us,” said Young. “It gave us a chance to trol with her swing all three compete against some excellent days,” Young said. “She just had a couple of bad holes here and teams on a terrific golf course.” No doubt, the biggest highlight there that really did her in.” Among the other Falcon comof the week for the Falcons was the continued solid play of fresh- petitors, Lauren Glew finished man Susy Grunden, who gave in a tie for 86th with a score of

Susy Grunden Tied for 37th in the field of 96 at the Rio Verde Invitational 251, Hannah Lambert shot 255 to come in 90th, Marisa Glew came in with a 261 for 93rd, and Paula DiFrancesco came in 96th with a three-day total of 265. The Falcons will tee it up again in three weeks at the Longaberger Spring Cup Challenge in Nashport, Ohio, and Young believes the time off will be put to good use. “This tournament gave us a good dose of competitive experience,” Young said. “We now have a much clearer idea of the steps we need to take to get better. I definitely think we should have performed better, but we have a lot of season left to look forward to.”

Men place 10th in Puerto Rico By Christopher Rambo Reporter

The Bowling Green men’s golf team spent its spring break enjoying the tropical climate of Puerto Rico and competing in the Palmas Del Mar Intercollegiate. Unfortunately for the team, its golf games could not match the tranquil conditions, as BG placed a disappointing 10th in the 14-team field. “I was pretty disappointed overall with how we played,” said coach Garry Winger. “I know we are capable of playing a lot better than how we ended up.” Things looked promising for Winger’s bunch after an opening day 299 left them in a tie for fourth. However, subsequent rounds of 308 and 301 relegated them to joint 10th position with James Madison. A microcosm of the Falcons’ slide was Matt Schneider, who was tied for second after a first round 70, only to balloon to an 80 in round two and a 79 in round

three for a total of 229 and a tie for 39th. He was far from alone, however, as big numbers became the theme of BG’s week. Scott Blackburn opened with consecutive 81s, followed by a third round 79 to finish with a 241, tied for 66th. Wes Gates saw his totals escalate steadily from 76, 77 and 79 for a final tally of 232. Drew Preston fired a 71 in the final round, but it was too little too late after miserable rounds of 81 and 76 on the first two days. He finished tied for 36th at 228. According to Winger, the Falcons were done in mainly by the golf course’s bedeviling Bermuda Greens, which can be quite perplexing for those who are used to putting on the Bentgrass found up north. “We had a ton of trouble around the greens,” Winger said. “Bermuda grass takes a lot of time to get used to; it is a lot bumpier than many of the greens we putt on up here. We just didn’t do a great job of making the adjust-

ment.” John Powers was the one outlier for the Falcons; he parlayed steady rounds of 72-75-72 into a tie for sixth at 219 (+3). “I thought my ball striking was very good all week,” said Powers. “I hit a lot of balls close, so it was disappointing not to come away with more birdies, but I am still pleased with how I played.” “John played very confidently all week,” Winger said. “He had a great attitude all week and was in a great position mentally to succeed.” The Falcons will now rest a week before returning to action on March 27 at the Ball State Cardinal Classic where they hope to right the ship. “I know that our finish was not for a lack of effort,” Winger said. “Everyone tried their hardest. We just have to work on improving our demeanor when things don’t go our way. Way too often this week we got down on ourselves for bad shots. You absolutely cannot have that happen in golf and still expect to be successful.”

BG ends season with lopsided losses did not transfer to their playoff He proceeded to give up four series against Nebraska-Omaha, goals on 18 shots in just over 22 as they dropped both contests by minutes of action. a 6-1 score. Nick Eno came on in relief and The Falcons’ season ended pretThe Falcons could not get con- gave up two goals on 23 shots in ty much the same way it started sistent goaltending in this series. 37 minutes. — on a low note. Andrew Hammond got the Eno got the start Saturday, and While the Falcons entered the start Friday following his strong See HOCKEY | Page 15 playoffs winning three of their performance the previous last four games, that momentum Saturday against Michigan State. By Ryan Satkowiak Reporter

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Services Offered CAMPUS QUARTERS CARRY-OUT THE ONLY CARRYOUT IN BG THAT SELLS BEER UNTIL 2:30AM! Campus Quarters Sports Bar! Open 6am on St. Patricks Day! $3 Green Eggs & Ham Breakfast! Great Specials & Giveaways all day!

Help Wanted !BARTENDING! up to $300/day. No exp. necessary. Training provided. Call 800-965-6520 ext. 174. Cigar vendor looking for 3-4 energetic people to work as roaming vendors at the Ohio Motorcycle Rally in Sandusky in ealy June. Applicants must be reliable and willing to work 5-10 hrs per a day. Pay rate is $12/hr plus tips. References required, apply by phone evenings at 602-486-3237. Do you like to work with people? Join our front of the house staff. Inquire at Naslada Bistro in person. 182 S. Main St.

The City of Bowling Green Parks & Recreation Department is seeking a Safety Town Director, Safety Town Assistants and Programmers to conduct day camps and nature camps for children aged 3 1/2 to 12 years of age. Pay range is $7.30-$10.75/hr based on position. These are PT, temporary positions without fringe benefits. Must be able to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends through August with no vacations or long weekends. Resumes alone are not acceptable. Individuals hired will not be City of Bowling Green employees; employment will be payrolled through a temporary agency. Individuals must complete an application packet that is available in the Personnel Department of the City Bowling Green, 304 N. Church Street, Bowling Green, OH, 43402-2399. Office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm. Applications can also be mailed to you by contacting the Personnel Department at: BGPersonnel@bgohio.org Telephone: 419-354-6229 web: www.bgohio.org

For Rent

424 E. Wooster, Lg 3 BR apt, great location, avail Fall 2010. $950/mo, utils incl. Call 419-352-5882. 426 E. Wooster, large 1 BR apt. Avail Fall 2010, $475/mo, utils incl. Call 419-352-5882. 842 / 846 7th St, 3BR, 2 bath, new & modern duplexes, close to campus. Call 419-353-5078. Avail Aug. 2010, all upgraded, large houses, call 419-308-2458. 3 Bedroom houses: 127 Georgia St - $975/mo, 219 N. Enterprise - $1350/mo, 606 Fifth St - $900/mo, 131 N. Church - $750/mo. 2 BR house: 133 Georgia -$750/mo. 3 BR apt: 443 N. Enterprise -550/mo. 1 BR apts: 112 Ridge St - 350/mo, & 443 N. Enterprise - $300/mo.

For Rent 3 BR townhouses, lease for 2010s/y, 4th St & 5th St. Clean and well maintained. Call 419-409-1110 or 419-352-4456.

Look for more listings on the BG News website housing directory. www.bgviews.com NEW REDUCED RENT HOUSES! HOUSES! HOUSES! PET FRIENDLY. May Lease 2010-2011 133 1/2 S College - 3br 2 ba $875/m. 239 S. College - 4br 2 ba $875/mo. 824 5th St. - 4 br 2 ba $985/mo, 4 people allowed. FROBOSE RENTALS 500 Lehman Ave. 419-352-6064 www.froboserentals.com

Shamrock Storage Many sizes. Near BGSU. ShamrockBG.com 419-354-0070 Shamrock Studios Spring Special on Studio Apt. Semester leases, $425/mo, furn. We provide all util, cable, WiFi. Call 354-0070 or ShamrockBG.com

***Avail now 1 & 2 apts, Eff low as $275. Cartyrentals.com 353-0325 9a-9p.

Kidzwatch all centers now hiring care givers for days, eves. & weekends. Send resume or apply in person at 3150 Bostwick,Levis Commons, Perrysburg, OH info@kidzwatch.net. www.kidzwatch.net

**10-11 s.y. leases/apts, houses, effs 930 E. Wooster avail Again 6 bdrm. Cartyrentals.com 353-0325 9a-9p.

Local hotel now hiring for 2 positions: computer professional with multimedia experience, and a marketing sales manager. E-mail resume to: info@eidiproperties.com

2010-2011, 1 & 2 BR, May or Aug. 1 & 2 BR avail. now, short & long term. For more info call 354-9740 or contact: ghoverson@woh.rr.com

1 & apts, close to campus, available NOW, May & August. Call 419-708-9981.

Prestigious Country Club seeking hardworking, enthusiastic individuals for seasonal, part-time and possible full time positions including bartenders, servers, bussers, and hosts. Food and beverage knowledge & experience helpful but not necessary. Apply in Person March 16th OR 20th 12pm-3p ONLY. 3949 River Road Toledo, OH 43614

2BR apts, 4th St, pets OK, reduced price, $490/mo +gas/elec, water incl. Call 419-409-1110 or 419-352-4456.

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CHAMPS: The Falcons celebrate as a team with the MAC Championship trophy.

SMILE: BG coach Curt Miller smiles after cutting down the net at Quicken Loans Arena.

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MVP: MAC Commissioner Dr. Jon Steinbrecher presents Lauren Prochaska with the MAC Tournament Most Valuable Player award.

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SLAP HANDS: Jessica Slagle (front) and Allison Papenfuss give high-fives after receiving their MAC Championship medals.

CHEER: Curt Miller and the BG fans celebrate the Falconsâ€™ MAC Championship win.

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