The BG News 02.18.13

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City and University electric car charging stations prove successful for residents and students. See how they’ve been used since installation in the story on PAGE 6.

Monday, February 18, 2013

VOLUME 92, ISSUE 69

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Faculty Association continues protesting 100 cuts By Max Filby

Editor-in-Chief

When prospective students visit the University on Presidents Day, they’ll be greeted by people other than typical campus volunteers. The Faculty Association is greeting students and their families at the Wolfe Center and the Union while handing out brochures with information about the recent faculty cuts and random University facts. The Faculty Association has been planning some sort of dem-

onstration for Presidents Day since its March on McFall protest earlier this month. “We want to share information about the cuts in a face-to-face manner, it will be a little more formal than the march,” said David Jackson, president of the Faculty Association. While the Faculty Association is planning to approach potential students, the administration is not planning anything in response, said Dave Kielmeyer, University spokesperson.

Despite this, Jackson expects the University will be almost as open about the cuts as the association plans to be throughout the preview day. “I think they’ll be very engaging with everyone on the issue,” Jackson said. “This has been statewide news for a few weeks so it’s not like students don’t know about it.” Along with a greeting to potential students around 8 a.m. and again at 11 a.m. at the Union, the Faculty Association will be taking questions from potential students and their

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families during lunchtime in the Union, Jackson said. Sophomore Michael Hart, who Jan. 18: The University announces it was involved with the March on will cut 100 faculty McFall, plans to attend the lunch Feb. 6: The Faculty Association question and answer session on marches on McFall Center and deliv- Presidents Day. ers a petition to University President “I have a lot of questions for them, Mary Ellen Mazey Feb 12: Both the Faculty Association so why not go,” Hart said. “The decision that was made affects their and the University’s administration file Unfair Labor Practice complaints lives, so I think they’re the ones we against each other want to ask about it.” Feb 18: The Faculty Association greets prospective students for the See FACULTY | Page 6 Presidents Day preview event

Study links spicy food to weight loss Research shows health benefits of peppers By Bridjet Mendyuk Multimedia Editor

Research on spicy food shows why some people like it hot and how chili peppers can burn calories. Mary-Jon Ludy, assistant professor and conductor of a spicy foods study, found chili peppers can curb people’s appetite and help with weight loss management. By conducting a study on the effects of different types of chili peppers, Ludy is looking at the weight loss benefits of spicy foods. The study will be ongoing until the end of summer. “Research shows when you eat chili peppers that it increases the number of calories you burn after a meal,” Ludy said. “For people who aren’t accustomed to eating peppers or chili peppers, having them at a meal decreases how much you will eat at your next meal.” The names of those who have participated in the study is confidential, Ludy said. Trey Cantrell, junior, said he enjoys eating spicy foods because he feels cleansed after. While he

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ENTERTAINMENT

COMMUNITY MEMBERS dance to the Bourbon Street Band with the blood drop mascot at the Red Cross Fire and Ice fundraiser Friday evening at Cla-Zel.

City hosted annual Winterfest celebration this weekend By Alex Alusheff City Editor

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CITY

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Bowling Green business owner indicted for possession of firearms, counterfeit goods A local business owner is still awaiting trial for his indictment of a handful of crimes including possession of fire arms, ammunition and body armor, said Northern District of Ohio U.S. Attorney’s Office Spokesperson Mike Tobin. Richard Schmidt, 47, of Toledo, owner of Spindletop Sports Zone in the Woodland Mall, was arrested Dec. 21 after an investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation that led to the search and discovery of more than 40,000 rounds of ammunition, 18 firearms, body armor and counterfeit merchandise from the National Football League in his home and Richard business, according to a press release from Schmidt the FBI. Local Among the 18 firearms found were a varibusiness ety of assault rifles, shot guns and pistols. owner As a result of a prior manslaughter conviction in 1990, Schmidt is not allowed to own such possessions. Because the case is still pending investigation, the FBI will not comment, said special agent Donna Cambiero of the FBI in Cleveland. A copy of the search warrant could not be obtained as of Friday because it was sealed. Schmidt is currently in custody in the Lucas County Jail and facing felony charges of possession of firearms, ammunition, body armor and trafficking counterfeit goods, which can lead to a state maximum of 20 years in prison if convicted, Tobin said.

ONE MAN BAND

Richaun Holmes led the Falcons in points and blocks in the loss to Akron. Holmes has broken the BG single season records for blocks with four against the Zips. | PAGE 5

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JIMMY E of the Bourbon Street Band plays his bass and sings during the fundraiser Friday.

Before Cla-Zel became a bustling night club filled with sweaty, drunken bar patrons Friday night, it hosted a philanthropic event to kick off the weekend-long Winterfest. Entertaining roughly 200 people, the Fire & Ice American Red Cross Fundraiser sought to raise $30,000 for natural disaster victims in Wood County. Most proceeds will benefit victims of fire-related disasters. Money was raised throughout the night from entry tickets, raffles, auctions and sponsors, said Chris Diefenthaler, director of the American Red Cross of Wood County. The fundraiser is a good way to start Winterfest because of its welcoming and fun environment, Diefenthaler said. “It’s a causal night out on the town,” she said. “It’s relaxing, you can enjoy beverages and food and have a good time.” Auctioned-off items included wine and jewelry, and the fundraiser included entertainment by The Bourbon Street Band and a member of the University Juggling Club. Throughout the weekend, the city and University hosted a variety of activities and events for the community to participate in, including corn hole and dodgeball tournaments, ice skating, concerts and contests. The city is fortunate to have the community work together and collaborate for a great cause, said Mayor Richard Edwards, who attended events throughout the week. Winterfest started in 2008 as a celebration of winter sports and Olympic champion and native Scott Hamilton’s achievements. The festival continued to expand throughout the next five years, attempting to add new events and entice students and community members to come out of the house during February. “It’s a chance for some excitement in BG in February when everyone is cooped up and tired of winter,” Diefenthaler said. Winterfest’s family-friendly activities have gained traction with some students.

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A MEMBER of the University Juggling Club entertains the crowd by balancing his hat on his nose at the Red Cross Fire and Ice fundraiser.

TESTING 1, 2

This week columnist Cassie Sullivan discusses North Korea’s latest round of nuclear testing and explains what the possible implications could mean for America and the rest of the world. | PAGE 4

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WHAT DO YOU THINK OF WHAT THE UNIVERSITY DOES FOR PRESIDENTS DAY? WHY? “We should take all the letterman jackets and sell them and make millions.” Joseph Witschey Sophomore, Criminal Justice

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