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Fire destroys local city landmarks, kills firefighter
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TARA KULASH Daily Egyptian Flames burst through the windows of the Kunz Opera House in Pinckneyville as a horrific fire consumed two landmarks and resulted in the tragic death of a young firefighter. The fire, which consumed the downtown Antique Mall and Kunz Opera House, broke out shortly after 3 p.m. Friday. During the fire a wall on the east side of the Antique Mall collapsed on Corey Shaw, a 22-year-old volunteer firefighter from DuQuoin, while he was on a ladder. Shaw was rushed to Pinckneyville Community Hospital and then airlifted to Saint Louis University Hospital in St. Louis where he died Friday evening. Shaw became a volunteer firefighter in July 2010 for the DuQuoin Fire Department and was the son of DuQuoin’s fire chief, Bob Shaw. Emergency personnel from Pinckneyville and Perry County, as well as DuQuoin, Tamaroa, Coulterville and Sparta, were all present for the fire. The American Red Cross provided food and supplies to the workers. Firefighters at the scene gathered to pray for Shaw. They rang a bell in his honor and raised flags in DuQuoin at half-staff. Mayor August Kellerman said he’s lived in Pinckneyville his entire life and took office about a month and a half ago. He said the fire was a loss for the community. “It’s just a sad day for Pinckneyville because I’ve seen what it used to be, and I see what it is now,â€? Kellerman said. “These buildings were here in the early 1900s, and they’re gone now.â€? Kellerman said a furniture lot burned down on the same street years ago. He said he’s positive the city will try to rebuild in the area. “We’re thankful for all the fire departments coming to help,â€? he said. “One good thing about living in a small town, you get help from other communities around.â€? Tracy Stephens, of Pinckneyville, said she was next door for a hair cut when the fire broke out. “My hairdresser and I were just talking, and a gentleman came in and said ‌ the ladies might want to move their vehicles, because they thought the back of the Antique Mall was on fire,â€? Stephens said. “We came out and there was smoke, and this is what we’re left with.â€? She said the fire didn’t seem very bad until firefighters broke windows and the flames emerged. Additional light equipment was brought to the scene so personnel could continue cleanup through the night. The building owners, Ron and Sherry Ridgeway, lived in an apartment above the store with their son, his girlfriend and their grandson. They said the fire chief told them if they had found out about the fire only five minutes later, they would have been trapped in the building. The Ridgeways made it out with no injuries. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
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A fire in Pinckneyville Friday afternoon burned an antique mall and the Kunz Opera House to the ground in the town square. Fire departments and emergency
workers from surrounding towns and counties flocked to help control the massive two building fire. Corey Shaw, a firefighter from Du Quoin, died while battling the fire.
SIUC names liberal arts, engineering deans Warwick looks to improve college resources
Leonard emphasizes collaboration within college
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Upon recognition by the SIU Board of Trustees, Dr. John J. Warrick will be named the new dean of the College of Engineering. Warwick is currently the acting vice president for Academic Affairs of the Nevada System of Higher Education’s Desert Research Institute. He is also the Executive Director of the Division of Hydrologic Sciences at the Desert Research Institute. Chancellor Rita Cheng announced his appointment June 10. “I am excited to be joining SIUC as Dean of Engineering due to widespread support on campus, from the Chancellor through the College of Engineering faculty and students, for moving the college forward in positive ways,� Warwick said. Engineering students such as Adam Watkins and Luke Pierce said they would like to see changes made within the department. Watkins and Pierce are both graduate students in electrical and computer engineering and said the equipment in the college should be updated. “Most equipment that we get for research is usually
Kimberly Kempf-Leonard, the new dean of the College of Liberal Arts, said she looks forward to facing challenges head-on. “I know it’s going to be a big job, but I know the college very well ‌ with help and support of the university and faculty, we will do great things for the [Liberal Arts] college,â€? Kempf-Leonard said. Kempf-Leonard said she felt a new sense of responsibility after her appointment by Chancellor Rita Cheng June 13 and immediately began considering solutions to the challenges the College of Liberal Arts faces. Kempf-Leonard said her goals for the college include new student programs and developing new majors and minors. She said she hopes to improve the budget deficit problem and diversify the academic curriculum. “A goal I really want to emphasize is collaborating with different departments of the college,â€? Kempf-Leonard said. “It’s important that students get a well-rounded sense of education.â€? Kempf-Leonard said she wants to employ research collaborations and cross-listed courses that incorporate the academics of
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Kimberly Kempf-Leonard is the newly elected Dean of the College of Liberal Arts, and was the only current SIUC professor in the running for the position. many departments into the student curriculum. Cheng said KempfLeonard was selected because of her achievements as the department of criminology and criminal justice chair. She said Kempf-Leonard introduced new programs such as her department’s doctoral program. SIUC Provost John Nicklow said Kempf-Leonard was chosen because she displayed intricate knowledge and interest in the college. He said Kempf-Leonard presented creative ideas which he believed would improve the college with short and longterm goals. Please see LIBERAL ARTS | 3
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Krishna Dhakal, a graduate student in environmental engineering from Nepal, said he would like to see interaction between Warwick and students, faculty and the community. Warwick said he understands the importance of developing good internal and external relationships. He said he plans to re-engage the External Advisory Group and take time to listen and appreciate the unique circumstances surrounding the College of Engineering. “Good relationships require positive action so that people see that their issues are being heard and addressed,” he said.
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“She has a strong sense of collaboration and a good sense of fiscal management,” Nicklow said. Duties of the dean include program planning and development, faculty development, recruitment and retention efforts, and resource enhancement. The dean also serves as spokesperson of the college, according to the College of Liberal Arts' website. Current dean Alan Vaux said he believes it’s time for him to retire. He said he believes KempfLeonard will sufficiently address the issues within the college. “The biggest problem she will face is the budget,” Vaux said. “Deciding what [programs] to cut to satisfy the budget was what I
Dhakal said his other concern with the college is the quality of education. He said he would like to see updated course materials, better labs and more market-based education required for fulfilling job requirements after graduation. “Since we are moving into a new century, we have to have new resources,” Dhakal said. Warwick said he recognizes the decline in resources during the past few years and plans to make the acquisition of donor-based funds, both private and corporate, a priority. “An excellent use of such funds would be the augmentation of handson learning experiences,” he said. The Board of Trustees will meet July 14. found most difficult.” Vaux said the college provides 40 percent of the required general university curriculum, which can be a challenge, but he said he thinks Kempf-Leonard has the dedication and passion to overcome obstacles. Kempf-Leonard said she will collaborate with the rest of the university to improve the colleges' budget. “I’m all about planning,” KempfLeonard said. “I want the college to be proactive, not responsive," she said. "Engaging students in the college curriculum and informing students of the importance of a liberal arts education is prerogative.” Kempf-Leonard said she will officially assume all responsibilities Aug. 1, once her appointment is ratified by the SIU Board of Trustees.
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Carl Lass, a senior fromWauconda studying recreation administration, cheers on the band Space Capone Thursday night at the summer’s first Sunset Concert outside Shryock Auditorium. Lass has attended most of the concerts for the past several years. “I pretty
much go to all of them,” Lass said. “I made this cart to tow my barbecue and chairs. Tonight was the first time to break in the cart.” The Sunset Concert Series is held every Thursday and alternates between the Shryock Steps and Turley Park.
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Pass on ‘Popper’s penguins’ DARCE OLUND Daily Egyptian Adults, prepare yourself for 90 minutes of blase and predictable Jim Carrey jokes and antics. “Mr. Popper’s Penguins� is a mildly entertaining flick — for the kids. Carey stars in the movie based very loosely on the classic Newbery Award-winning children’s book. Tom Popper (Carrey) hardly saw his globetrotting father as a kid. Thirty years later and all grown up Popper, estranged from his ex-wife (Carla Gugino) and kids, has made quite a name for himself in the world of New York real estate. Popper puts pizzazz into his real estate production endeavors with the help of his English assistant Pippy (Ophelia Lovibund). Pippy is a fan of alliterations, a cute
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characteristic the first few times but one that becomes annoying and redundant shortly after. Let’s just say, it’s not lost on the audience that Popper, Pippy and Penguin all start with ‘P’. Popper inherits six penguins after his father’s death with the promise of reuniting his family. The penguins warm Popper’s cold heart as he transforms his apartment from posh to a winter wonderland. However, Popper loses touch with his job as he grows closer to his family, of both people and penguins. There’s no shortage of poop and fart jokes along with soccer ball shots to the head and groin throughout the film. This is definitely one for families with young children, who will delight
in the interaction between Carrey and the penguins. Despite the film’s cookiecutter plot, Carrey gives a mediocre performance as Mr. Popper. Although, it’s not one of his best roles, especially compared to “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind,� but Carrey is sure to gain a laugh from kids with his slapstick antics. The Father’s Day release is perfect for kids up to age 12. For babysitters who are dragged to the film, don’t worry too much. Popper’s penguins will probably peck their way into your heart.
Darce Olund can be reached at dolund@dailyegyptian.com or 536-3311 ext. 258
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Rise in STD cases spark awareness campaign WHITNEY WAY Daily Egyptian One out of every two people under the age of 25 will have at least one sexually transmitted disease in their lifetime, says Christy Hamilton, coordinator at the Student Health Center. Jodi Robertson, Administrative nurse at the Student Health Center, said the Student Health Center has conducted 1,472 STD screenings since Aug. 1. 279 came back positive, she said. “Chlamydia is the most common disease we see on campus,” Robertson said. “It’s easy to contract and can be asymptomatic. The earlier a disease is diagnosed, the easier it will be to treat.” Robertston said many STDs don’t show immediate symptoms. For that reason, she said many people acquire and spread them without ever knowing they are affected. To address the high STD
contraction rates among college students, Get Yourself Tested, a national sex awareness campaign, set up free mobile STD test clinics Monday at the Recreation Center. The Student Health Center and Jackson County Health Department provided free urine-based STD tests and free medication for gonorrhea and chlamydia. “GYT is a social marketing campaign targeted toward college students,” Hamilton said. “The goal is to eliminate testing barriers and increase sex health awareness.” The GYT initiative, which is endorsed by MTV, Planned Parenthood, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other organizations, informs young people about STDs, encourages testing and dispels common misconceptions about testing, according to GYTNOW.org. “There’s a lot of stigma around STD testing. We want students to realize the commonality and
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A wellness peer educator uses a pipette Monday to transfer a student’s urine into a test tube during STD testing at the Recreation Center. The sample will be tested at the state public health lab on campus for gonorrhea and chlamydia. Results usually take one to two days, said Angie Bailey, director of health education at the Jackson County Health Department. The program, called consequences of STDs,” Hamilton said. “Shame should never prevent a student from getting tested. Everyone should know their status.” Daniel Akintola, a junior from Glenwood studying finance, said the GYT incentives are a great way to increase awareness. “I would definitely get tested at the free screenings,”
“Get Yourself Tested,” is a part of a larger public information campaign known as “It’s Your (Sex) Life.” The campaign is a partnership between MTV and the Kaiser Family Foundation, which work in conjunction with other organizations such as the Jackson County Health Department, SIU Sports and Recreational Services and the SIU Health Center.
Akintola said. “A lot of people are embarrassed or too prideful when it comes to (STD) testing. Personally, I’d rather be safe than sorry.” Akintola said he receives routine STD testing. Hamilton said she looks forward to future collaborations between the university and health department to raise
STD awareness and prevention at SIUC. She said the Student Health Center plans to hold more awareness events during the fall semester and offers STD testing for students year-round. “We hope to reach people who won’t talk to a healthcare professionals about these issues for reasons of stigma, cost or apathy,” Hamilton said.
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By Nancy Black and Stephanie Clement Today’s Birthday — The moon in Pisces may tempt you to sleep in and take it easy. Take advantage of the long solstice sun to get in some study and research for later testing. Do your work in private. Celebrate when it’s done. Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is an 8 — Take time to relax and enjoy family and friends during this summer solstice. There’s a profitable opportunity ahead, so keep communications open. Ask for what you want. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is an 8 — This solstice rings in a month of cleverness and curiosity. You’re quick, sharp and innovative. Set high goals, and trust in love. You achieve more than expected. Gemini (May 21-June 21) — Today is a 9 — The solstice brings a rise in prosperity for the next month. Celebrate in the sun, and give thanks. Use what you’ve acquired to go further. Do something nice for someone. Cancer (June 22-July 22) — Today is a 9 — Your willingness to play by the rules and learn new tricks gives you the edge.The solstice in your sign today showers you with bright power and ease. Use it for good. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is an 8 — The next month is perfect for completing old projects behind closed doors. Travel later. Time spent in quiet contemplation pays off. Keep focused to save time. Get it done and be free.
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Students kick their way to fitness TERRANCE PEACOCK Daily Egyptian As participants prepared for their first session of Thai Boxing, Jim Crouse ordered the group to undergo a set of calf raises and high knees as a warm-up. “The participants can be totally out of shape and the class is designed to get them in the best shape that we can over the period that they are in the class,� Crouse, the class instructor, said. “This is more of a fitness, this is not a self-defense course.� The student Recreation Center
offers a summer class that combines kicking and punching for an intense workout. Sally Wright said this is not your ordinary kick and punch class. “We don’t have a program offered called kickboxing,� Wright, associate director of programs at the student Recreation Center, said. “We offer an instructional program class called Thai Boxing.� Thai Boxing uses Eastern fighting styles and incorporates more kick combatives to achieve a full body workout, she said. “The idea is that the folks in that
class are going to get a good, solid, allbody workout, cardio, strength and flexibility through the Thai Boxing technique,� Wright said. The participants of the class will use punching bags, hand wraps, ropes and gloves to develop physical strength and endurance. “If you are going to sign up for Thai Boxing and you are a beginner, by the end of that six-week session, you are going to learn some skill,� Wright said. Wright said everyone in the class learns together. However, that does not mean everyone in the class is a beginner. She said there are varying degrees
of ability in the room, and the instructor is in charge of being able to work with different skill levels. Crouse said the program is designed for all skill levels and in any physical condition. He said the average age of his participants are college students ranging from ages 1825, but both younger and older people have participated in the class. Tiffany Vodicka, a graduate student in exercise science from Earlville, said she never participated in a boxing class until now and she wanted to give it a try. “I have never did any Thai Boxing,
so I said, 'Why not?'� Vodicka said. Due to her area of area of study, Vodicka said she wanted to see the activity from a different aspect. “It’s a different view of exercising,� Vodicka said. “I’m trying to get certified for personal training so I thought I would take another look at exercising.� The class began Monday and will be taught in the martial arts room of the student Recreation Center every Monday and Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The class will run from June 20 to August 3 and the price of the class is $75 for members and $90 for non-members.
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Zach Davis, 22, background, and Brandon Taylor, 25, foreground, practice conditioning drills during Thai Boxing class Monday at the Recreation Center. The class is taught by Jim Crouse, a 40-year-veteran of the Tai fighting style. “There’s a philosophical difference between American boxing and Thai boxing,�
Crouse said. Thai boxing places more emphasis on strikes with the knees and elbows as opposed to the fist, Crouse said. The classes average around 30 members throughout the fall and spring semesters and are open to anyone who chooses to participate.
Exercising takes new swing with Zumba CORY DOWNER Daily Egyptian Known as a calorie-burning dance fitness party, Zumba has become the single most successful exercise program in the world. With more than 110,000 locations throughout 125 counties, Zumba has attracted more than 25 million people to the workout. Inspired by Latin dance moves, the exercise blends rhythmic motions with aerobic techniques to create the fitness exercise. Erin Wanserski, a graduate assistant at the Recreation Center and certified
Zumba instructor, said the programs' increase in popularity has been rising because it creates a fun and relaxed atmosphere with easy-to-learn moves. “People are always scared it’s too much of a dance class and they’re not going to know what to do, but it’s really easy to break down,� Wanserski said. “It’s a great program that is getting really big all around the world.� Like a trainer or coach in any sport, Wanserski said she has learned the tricks of the trade to make the class more fun and interesting while maintaining the group's attention. She said it is a unique exercise program designed to appeal to
a wide range of people. Created in 2001 by aerobics trainer Alberto Perez, Zumba has now expanded through the past decade into people’s living rooms with the creation of a DVD series, fitness apparel and even an interactive video game. Zumba has grown to also include different styles of exercising and even takes shape in different settings. As Zumba has expanded its fitness classes, the Recreation Center has also continued to expand its instruction courses offered on campus. The center offers the traditional Zumba Fitness Class; the Zumba Tone Class, which
increases the intensity level with the addition of hand-held weights; and the Aqua Zumba Program, which is performed in a pool. Margo Payne, a graduate student in therapeutic recreation, attends the Zumba tone class and said she was introduced to it by her friends, and she has now been participating in classes on campus for a year and a half. Payne said she was first involved in the turbo kick fitness program but continued with the Zumba program because of the classes' personal interaction. “It’s fun and a lot of the moves are kind of sexy,� Payne said. “You can really
get into it and it’s easy to learn.� Kaia Pirazzini, a graduate student in outdoor recreation from Eau Claire, Wis., said she got involved in the class about two months ago and continues because it is different from traditional workout programs. As a former dancer, Pirazzini said the class can be physically demanding at times, but she is often unaware of it until the class is finished because she enjoys the way the class is formatted. “It is a workout but you don’t feel like you’re getting a workout,� Pirazzini said. “We all look super silly, but it’s really a great time.�