Issue 1 | Volume 152 | September 16, 2019
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Troubles Arise with the Boeing 777X
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Troubles Arise with the Boeing 777X
Randon Senn Correspondent While Boeing continues to solve issues with the 737 Max, the world’s largest aircraft manufacturer continues to develop what is to be called the “most efficient twin-engine aircraft in the world.” This development ended up grinding to a halt when two developmental problems rose within two weeks. The first issue to arise was on Aug. 19, 2019, when General Electric recalled GE9X engines made for the Boeing 777X for an immediate redesign. News of the recall became apparent in a regulatory filing with the U.S. Department of Transportation by Volga-Dnepr Airlines, which applied for rights to transport four GE9X engines from Washington state to Ohio. According to General Electric, the engines recalled would be four “compliance engines” meant to be used for flight
testing. David Joyce, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of General Electric, went on to state that his team was redesigning a stator in the GE9X’s high-pressure compressor. The issue resulted in exhaust gas temperatures outside an expected range and premature component deterioration. Joyce also stated GE Aviation would address the problem by designing a “more-robust” component that will be installed on the eight engines involved in the GE9X test program. This redesign issue was first cited in a Boeing press release in July, citing engine issues as the reason for delaying the 777X’s first flight from 2019 to early 2020. General Electric would later go on to state that the redesign of the engine will not hinder efficiency and performance promises. The second delay of the development of the 777X arose Sept. 7, 2019, when Boeing would announce that aircraft testing will be suspended af-
ter a cargo door blasted off during a ground test. According to The Seattle Times, the cargo door exploded outwards during a high-pressure stress test on the ground during the final test in receiving certification from the Federal Aviation Administration. A Boeing spokesperson has stated that the incident is currently under review. As a result, ground testing of the 777X is currently suspended, and the first flight of the aircraft is delayed to early 2020. Boeing investors would actively respond when these incidents would be broadcasted, seeing stocks in the company drop the day of press releases. Currently, however, Boeing investors still continue to be hopeful of the future as stocks now rise, bringing optimism to not only the development of the 777X but the entire company as a whole.
The Shark Attack Capital of the World Oliver Du Bois Copy Editor New Smyrna Beach in Volusia County is known for many things: its beautiful beaches, diverse wildlife, a vast array of historical monuments, and shark attacks. In the last month alone, there were three report-ed shark bites in a span of couple days. On August 3rd, two surfers reported shark bites mere moments apart, and on August 4th, a man was bitten while standing in shallow water. A week and a half later on August 16th, a nine-year-old girl was bitten in shallow water, and on August 27th a surfer jumped off his board onto a shark. While this may come as a shock to many, locals, report that sightings of blacktips, spinners, and juve-
nile sandbar sharks are prevalent, even in shallow waters. Surfers say a large number of sharks each year, to the extent of many stating the best places to surf are the closest to the sharks. New Smyrna Beach has an abnormally high number of shark-human interactions, due to high recreation-al usage of its waters by residents, tourist, and especially surfers. It’s believed that every person who has entered the waters in New Smyrna Beach have been within ten feet of a shark, whether realizing it or not. According to the International Shark Attack File (ISAF), since 1882, there have been 303 reported shark attacks in Volusia County. The second highest being Brevard County with 147 attacks.
Since 1837, there have been 1,441 reported unprovoked shark attacks in the United States. Of these, Florida has had 828 recorded attacks, dominating the list of most attacks in the U.S., with Hawaii being the second closest state at 162 attacks. In the event of a shark attack, the ISAF advises being proactive. IT suggests using an inanimate object to hit it on the shark’s nose in efforts to get it to get out of the water. Continue hitting it on the nose, and clawing at its eyes and gills. The ISAF states that “One should not act passively if under attack: Sharks respect to size and power.” The next time you go to the beach, keep these tips in mind to ensure a fun and safe experience!
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Hurricane Dorian’s Devastation and Resulting Toll Chryseis Smith Correspondant As the 2019 hurricane season's first major hurricane, Dorian became a historic storm due to its power and the devastation it wrought upon the Bahamas. At its peak, Hurricane Dorian would reach category five intensity and develop further. Holding a consistent wind speed of 185 mph, Dorian tied for the second-highest recorded winds in the Atlantic Ocean basin, alongside the 1935 Labor Day hurricane, Hurricane Gilbert in 1988, and Hurricane Wilma in 2005. Dorian also tied with the Labor Day hurricane for the strongest hurricane winds at landfall. Many smaller impacts occurred on Dorian's track, which stopped it from storming across Florida and instead sent it up the eastern coast of the United States. Power outages occurred in the Lesser Antilles as a result of the storm at category one strength, while beach erosion occurred up and down the east coast of the United States. Even when the eye of the hurricane stayed off the coast, numerous coastal areas reported flooding and power outages of northern Florida, South Carolina, and North Carolina. Despite all of this, Dorian's heaviest impact occurred earlier in its track when it made landfall in the Bahamas. Numerous factors led to the horrible effects wrought upon the Bahamas: intensified winds, the breakdown of pressure systems (which allowed for the storm to slow when near land), and the Bahamas' proximity to sea-level elevation. All of this caused untold devastation across the northern Bahamas, especially the islands of Abaco and Grand Bahama. On Sept. 1, Hurricane Dorian made landfall with its record-making windspeeds in the Abaco Islands. Another landfall occurred on the island of Grand Bahama with the same conditions as in Abaco. While the wind speeds alone were indeed destructive, sources are reporting an 18-20 ft storm surge inundated the islands and three feet of rain fell. On top of this, the aforementioned slowing of Dorian eventually caused it to "stop" over the Bahamas for nearly 48 hours with these conditions. The Bahamas suffered immense damage to its structures, extreme inundation and a large loss of life. Due to this, the devastation of the northern Bahamas is expected to have a generational impact on affected communities. In the case of infrastructure, 70,000 people were reportedly displaced on Abaco and Grand Bahama as a result of the destruction of their homes. Reports say that the totaled population between the islands is around 70,000. In essence, the vast majority of both islands populations are displaced and at-
tempting to find shelter. Between the Abaco Islands and Grand Bahama, more than 13,000 homes are reported with severe damage, if not destroyed. Marsh Harbor, a preeminent town in the Abaco Islands, was the first area hit during Dorian's trek across the Bahamas. It is now utterly devastated, with 90% of its in-
Health Duane Sands has warned to expect the death toll to rise exponentially. More than 2500 people are currently reported missing, Carl Smith of the Bahamas Emergency Management Agency, reported names were still being processed and added to the database. An estimated 4800 survivors have fled in the resulting days to Nassau,
Marsh Port have to be taken slow to search through the immense amount of rubble. Estimated damage worth ranges from $1.5 billion to $3 billion, and insurance is expecting to currently pay out $3 billion worth of claims to storm surge and wind damage. Aid of all kinds is needed for the massive rebuilding effort that will most likely take years.
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frastructure reportedly destroyed. The shantytowns of Marsh Harbor, with a massive and largely unrecorded Haitian population, were destroyed in their entirety. Locals have informed a reporter from the New York Times that they expected the highest concentration of death tolls from these shantytowns. On Grand Bahama, the eastern and central parts of the islands are being found to have higher amounts of damage. They currently estimate that 76-100% of buildings near High Rock (central Grand Bahama) and Deep Water Cay (eastern Grand Bahama) are destroyed. At least 60% of Grand Bahama was still underwater as Hurricane Dorian left the Bahamas. Water systems on both islands are contaminated with seawater, and Rand Memorial Hospital on Grand Bahama was forced to be abandoned due to contamination. Power outages have restricted communication across both islands. Both islands have suffered massive structural damage, and a massive clean up effort will be required to make many destroyed communities livable again. Currently, 50 people are confirmed dead as the time of writing this article, but the Minister of
where facilities are currently at capacity. Others are heading to New Providence, thanks to the assistance of airlines offering flights. Currently, it seems as if the government of the United States is starting to bar refugees from entering if they do not have the proper identification. On top of the infrastructural devastation and the human toll on the Bahamas, an environmental disaster looks to be brewing as well. An oil storage facility of the Norwegian energy company, Equinor, reports lids of their tanks were blown off by the storm, causing an oil spill on Grand Bahama's soil. Equinor's latest reports at the time of writing have suggested some of the oil has possibly been seen at sea, though no active leak is identified at this time. 200 faculty members of Equinor are currently on the ground in Grand Bahama to clean up the oil spilled, and oil in damaged tanks are moving to the undamaged ones. With all of this devastation, the Bahamas finds themselves treading unfamiliar water, and the effort to address the destruction has been slow-going. Combing through the damage to find possible survivors and the bodies of the dead in particularly hard-hit towns like
The government of the Bahamas has created the Exigency Order for desperately needed supplies, allowing any supplies to be sent to the Bahamas. With the provided address and required documentation, duty, and VAT free as long as it is an approved item on their official list. The government of the Bahamas has noted their preference for monetary donations because of the flexibility of actual money. The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has put out said address and a direct monetary donation connection for direct deposits for the Bahamas. All of this information can be found at Bahamas. com/relief. Charities are also a good option to donate through for the Bahamas but always research any charity before donations occur through websites like Charity Navigator. Action is desperately needed for the people of the northern Bahamas to fix the utter devastation affecting their home. Through either donation or spreading the word of the multiple donation options, helping the Bahamas hard-hit Abaco Islands and Grand Bahama is possible, and would benefit the survivors of this catastrophic tragedy.
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A4 Student Life BETA THETA PI: Men of Principle
Patrick Osner Colony Development Coordinator In collaboration with Embry-Riddle’s Interfraternity Council, Beta Theta Pi joined the ranks of Fraternities at the university this fall! Beta Theta Pi (ΒΘΠ), commonly known as Beta, was founded in 1839 at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. One of North America’s oldest fraternities, it currently consists of more than 10,000 undergraduates on 142 campuses in the United States and Canada. The Fraternity also serves some 135,000 living-alumni members, nearly 1,900 volunteers, countless friends of Beta, and the parents of all undergraduates. Known for its award-winning Men of Principle Initiative, Beta Theta Pi ranks among the top 10 fraternities in North America for many
chapters, undergraduate members, and living alumni. Before the Men of Principle Initiative in 1998-99, the Fraternity’s average chapter GPA was just above a 2.8. This past academic year, the Fraternity achieved a 3.23GPA, one of the highest marks in its nearly 180-year history. Research shows, the average chapter size in 2018 was 76 men, compared to 48.9 in 1997. In 1997, there was an average of two advisors per chapter, while as of 2019, there was an average of seven advisors working with each one of the chapters. Notable alumni include former United States Senator Richard G. Lugar, Denison’54; legendary basketball coach John Wooden, Purdue ‘32; Walmart Founder Sam Walton, Missouri’40; Former Boeing CEO Frank Shrontz, Idaho’53; Nike Co-Founder Bill Bowerman, Ore-
gon’33; Jacksonville Jaguars Owner Shad Khan, Illinois’70; retail guru Bruce Nordstrom, Washington’55; and Composer Stephen Sondheim, Williams ‘50. Patrick Osner, a 2018 graduate of Wichita State University and professional staff member of Beta Theta Pi, serves as the colony development coordinator and will be on campus in Daytona Beach for the 2019-20 academic year. Osner will assist new members in their pursuit of intellectual and professional growth, and their knowledge and understanding of the values and core principles of Beta Theta Pi, including mutual assistance, intellectual growth, trust, responsible conduct, and integrity. These five core values are the underpinnings for Beta’s mission statement, to develop men of principle for a principled life.
“With its focus on values-based leadership, I think Beta Theta Pi will amplify the educational experience offered at Embry-Riddle,” suggests Osner. “For this reason, Beta is more than just a social club. It represents a pivotal leadership experience that stands to help members become better men, friends, partners, and community participants.” Beta is looking for Founding Fathers who want to excel on campus as gentlemen, leaders, and scholars while building a genuine fraternity experience that will last for generations. Students interested in learning more about becoming a founding father of Beta Theta Pi can contact Colony Development Coordinator Patrick Osner at patrick.osner@ beta.org or 513.839.3391, or visit gobeta.org.
THE MISSION, VISION, AND CORE VALUES OF BETA THETA PI: Mission: To develop men of principle for a principled life. Vision: Every member will live Beta Theta Pi’s values. Core Values: To build lasting bonds of friendship and brotherhood, Beta calls for: •Mutual Assistance-- Beta’s believe that men are mutually obligated to help others in the honorable labors and aspirations life. •Intellectual Growth–Beta’s are devoted to continually cultivating their minds, including high standards of academic achievement. •Trust–Beta’s develop absolute faith and confidence in one another by being true to themselves and others. •Responsible Conduct–Beta’s choose to act responsibly, weighing the consequences of their actions on themselves and those around them. •Integrity–Beta’s preserve their character by doing what is morally right and demanding the same from their brothers.
Meet Sigma Kappa
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The New Faces of Greek Life
Melinda Mettler Sigma Kappa Director of Growth Sigma Kappa’s Journey to ERAU Last fall, the ERAU Panhellenic council voted to open for extension, thus inviting a new sorority to join the fraternity/sorority community. When we received word about that ERAU was open for extension, we began researching the campus and the fraternity/sorority community. Through our research and our exploratory visit to the college, we learned what a remarkable institution ERAU is and quickly realized how proud we would be to be part of the community. After determining it was an excellent fit for our organization, we submitted an extensive packet of information about Sigma Kappa Sorority. From our materials, we were selected to give an on-campus presentation to the community. From the demonstration, we were chosen to be the new sorority and establish our new chapter in fall 2019. Since our notification in April, our team has been hard at work planning and preparing for Sigma Kappa to join the ERAU community. In August, Brooke Mueller, a Sigma Kappa leadership consultant, moved to Daytona Beach to serve as the ERAU consultant. Brooke will live in Daytona Beach for the 20192020 academic year and support our new chapter. Since her arrival, Brooke has been joined by several of her LC teammates and has spent time learning campus, building relationships with students and staff, and promoting our upcoming recruitment events. Sigma Kappa’s Recruitment Process During Panhellenic recruitment (Sep. 19-22), Sigma Kappa will only be participating in Round 1, to share additional details about our process and what it means to join a new chapter. After Round 1, we will withdraw and allow the other sororities to finish their recruitment process. Going through ERAU sorority recruitment is not required to be
Sigma Kappa Values: Personal Growth, Service, Friendship, and Loyalty Colors: Lavender and Maroon Jewel: Pearl Flower: Wild Purple Violet Our primary national philanthropy is through our partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association. 122 collegiate chapters, 105 alumnae chapters and more than 175,000 members worldwide
eligible for our operation. After ERAU Bid Day, our consultants will be tabling on campus and meeting with potential new members. Be on the lookout for our free food giveaways in the Student Union on Sep. 24, and Sep. 30! Sigma Kappa will be recruiting women that uphold our values and will help us make our mark at ERAU. We will be recruiting freshman, sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Any woman that is not a member of a National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) sorority is eligible for membership in Sigma Kappa. We will be hosting Information Nights on Sep. 24, Sep. 26, and Sep. 30 at 7:00 p.m. in the Student Union Events Center. Our events are open to anyone interested in learning more about joining Sigma Kappa, and an RSVP is not required. Our recruitment events will take place October 3-6: • Thursday, Oct. 3 at 7:00 p.m.: Philanthropy Night – Memories Matter in New Hall Multipurpose Room • Friday, Oct. 4 at 6:00 p.m.: Sisterhood Night – Live with Heart in New Hall Multipurpose Room • Saturday, Oct. 5 at 2:30 p.m.: Preference (by-invitation-only) • Sunday, Oct. 6 at 12:30 p.m.: Bid Day (by-invitation-only) On October 3-4, we will be holding Personal Visits for all women interested in potentially joining. A Personal Visit is a one-on-one meeting with a member of our team and is required to be eligible for membership. Sign up for your Personal Visit at www.sigmakappa.org/ERAU. All Personal Visits will take place in the New Hall Study 151. On Sunday, Oct. 6, we will extend bids to our ERAU founding members! From there, our new chapter will get involved right away at ERAU – from sisterhood events to social events to philanthropy events.
We will participate in the Daytona Beach Walk to End Alzheimer’s in November and begin getting involved in the ERAU community. Joining a new chapter is an exciting and unique opportunity, and we are thrilled to bring this experience to women at ERAU! What makes Sigma Kappa unique/ different from the other sororities? Sigma Kappa sisters make a bold commitment every day: we live with heart. To us, this means committing ourselves to one another, the causes we believe in, and a shared dedication to seeking intellectual, spiritual, and social enlightenment throughout our lives. We are devoted to embodying the values of Sigma Kappa in everything we do. Our promise to exemplify personal growth, service, friendship, and loyalty is what makes Sigma Kappa stand apart. Living with heart makes us more compassionate individuals, leading purposeful lives rooted in a strong sense of character and values, which ultimately makes us who we are. Sigma Kappa’s partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association brings a new philanthropic focus to the ERAU community. Additionally, as a new chapter, Sigma Kappa will be able to offer immediate leadership opportunities for our new members, which is unique. What is an interesting fact most do not know about Sigma Kappa? Sigma Kappa was founded at Colby College, in Waterville, Maine. Colby was the first college in New England to admit women on an equal basis with male students. During this period of change for women, they were insulted, boycotted, and denied a share of the more prized college rights. But they were courageous and determined to make a place for women in the collegiate world. This feeling inspired the formation of sororities based on scholarship, friendship, mutual interests, and ideals.
Mary Caffrey Low was the first woman to be admitted to Colby in 1871. She remained the only female student until 1873 when four more young women from Maine (Elizabeth Gorham Hoag, Ida Fuller, Frances Mann, and Louise Helen Coburn) joined her. The five young women frequently found themselves together. During the school year of 1873-74, they decided to form a literary and social society. College administrators informed them that they needed to present a constitution and bylaws with a petition requesting permission to form Sigma Kappa Sorority. They began work during that year with an eager glow of enthusiasm. Their purpose at the outset was that the sorority should become what it is now, a national organization of college women. On Nov. 9, 1874, the five young women received a letter from the faculty approving their petition. Thus, this date has since been considered our Founders’ Day. What philanthropies does Sigma Kappa support? Sigma Kappa provides many opportunities for members to become involved in community service and philanthropic projects. Sigma Kappa’s national philanthropies are the Sigma Kappa Foundation, gerontology with an emphasis on Alzheimer’s Disease Research and the Maine Sea Coast Mission. How has the process of recruitment been so far? The ERAU fraternity/ sorority community has been so welcoming to us! From our very first visit to campus, everyone has been so helpful and supportive. We are honored and excited to join this outstanding fraternity/sorority community. Questions about Sigma Kappa? Email Brooke Mueller, Leadership Consultant for Sigma Kappa! bmueller@sigmakappa.org
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A6 Student Life New STEP Program
Jim Myers COB Representative The STEP Program (SGA Transition Experience Program) formerly known as FYI (First Year Initiative) is a new program to get any student involved in the Student Government Association (SGA). Our goal is to familiarize you with the work we do within the SGA branches and divisions, as well as the work we do as a whole association. The SGA is large with many roles to fill, and we are confident you can find a job that interests you. Our work is for the students and by the students. This program is entirely free, and your return has incredible potential, such as career development, friendships, and unique opportunities. You do not have to be an official to join SGA; everyone is welcome! You can give as much or as little time as you want, you are a volunteer, and we greatly appreciate anything you can provide. Our first meeting will be Monday, September 16, 2019, at 5:30 PM in
the Chamber Room (second floor of the Student Union). During the meeting, we will go over even more details and answer any questions you may have! There will be free food and snacks, bring a friend! Progress Committee Progress Committee is a group of students that brainstorm and manage new projects for the SGA and student body. All students are welcome, and our meetings are held every Wednesday in the Student Leadership Suite at 2:00 PM. We are always looking for bright ideas but as well as individuals that want to help make it happen Email Director of Student Services if you are interested. Funding for RSO’s (Registered Student Organizations) Any RSO can request money from the Student Government Association to help fund an event or travel to a leadership conference. The goal is to give back to the students and help promote
campus activities. Treasurer training for Registered Student Organizations is next week. Your organization treasurer must attend one session of treasurer training for your organization to be eligible to receive funding from the SGA. If you do not attend one of these sessions, your organization will not be eligible for funding from the SGA.
Treasurer training will be in the IC Auditorium at the following times: Monday, September 16 at 5 PM Tuesday, September 17 at 5 PM Wednesday, September 18 at 4 PM Budget Packets Due: Wednesday, September 25 @ 5 PM
Fall 2019 Activities Fair: Thursday, September 19, 9 AM - 2 PM @ West Lawn As a reminder: Our office is located on the second floor of the Student Union, where you can get free coffee & candy and have all your questions answered.
After the Default
Simple Ways Students Can Revitalize Their Credit Scores Karoline Gore Correspondent According to the US Department of Education, when you haven’t paid your student loans in over 270 days, it goes into default. As a student aiming to be a productive member of society, having a defaulted loan damages your credit rating and affects your future housing, eligibility for loans, and credit cards. So, how can you go about revitalizing your credit score and giving your finances a brand new start? Pay off, Rehabilitate, or Consolidate To repair your credit score, you’ll need to deal with your default student loan first. The Department of Education generally provides three options to fight your default status. Those are paying off the loan entirely, rehabilitating the loan, or consolidating any debt that you may have. As paying off the loan may not be possible, rehabilitating or consolidating the loan are stronger options. Rehabilitating the loan involves making at least nine voluntary and affordable monthly payments to your loan holder. Consolidating the loan requires you to make three voluntary payments to your loan provider before you can consolidate it. Take your time to consider which option is best for you as each comes with its own set of rules, requirements, and paperwork. Help From Credit Repair Companies Next, you have to make sure
that your credit report accurate ly reflects the progress that you have made. You can try to do this yourself by requesting your credit report from the three largest consumer reporting companies Experian, TransUnion, and Equifax. From there, you can opt to file credit report disputes, goodwill letters, and many others. If you find that this may be too much bureaucracy for you to handle, you can opt to get help from credit repair specialist or company. Typically, it requires a reasonable fee, and they’ll handle your credit report requests, analysis, and disputes. A good credit repair company can help remove negative items off your credit report. Less negative things mean a healthier credit score for you in the long run. Improve Personal Financial Habits Every person has financial habits. If you find that you ended up in default due to other personal financial habits like prioritizing non-essentials, you’ll need to fix that pronto. Nancy Bistritz of Equifax says that it is essential to adopt sound financial practices like borrowing what you can feasibly pay back on time. Take some time and review your financial habits frankly, so you don’t end up with a bad credit score again. Finances are often a difficult topic to face head-on, but it is manageable with persistence and determination. Your credit score may severely suffer after your student loan defaults but always remember that it is not the end of the world. Try to seek
which methods are the most practical and applicable so that you may get started on repairing your credit.
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Opinion: Student Athletes Without a Voice
Ukeyvia Beckwith Correspondent
There is currently a motion within the Student Representatives Board (SRB) to rewrite the bylaws and officially create a special representative spot for student-athletes; as initially pushed and promised by SGA President Scott Oakley, who is only the second student-athlete ever to hold the title. However, according to sources in the room, the motion was met with immediate and substantial resistance, and almost entirely shut down if not for one of the representatives acting quickly and tabling the discussion until the following week. While open debate is essential to the success of any democratic government, there were misconceptions and even outright lies made in that room against athletes, and those slandered cannot stand passively by while our student-athletes reputation is ridiculed with false accusations. The most important argument to address from last Tuesday was that athletes don’t deserve this spot because they only go to 20% of our classes and are therefore uncommitted and irresponsible. This is cat-
egorically, and undeniably false for so many reasons, and we deserve an apology for a claim so ridiculous. Athletes here at ERAU not only attend class, but they take them so seriously that the cumulative combined GPA of the athletes has reportedly been higher than the rest of the student body. A statistical fact which is frankly unheard of at other universities. There’s no way in the world that would be possible if they only attended 20% of their classes, especially at a school as rigorous as this one. To suggest such a false statement and expect no repercussions is exactly the reason that an athletic representative deserves to be in the room. Not only to correct this sort of toxic assumption about 500 of the hardest working students on campus but to accurately represent the students the SRB were elected to represent. Another issue raised in last week’s debate was that athletes don’t represent enough of the student body to have an official representative spot. This point of contention would be a double standard if true because the SRB currently has a representative place for portions of the student body that are smaller than the athletes. To make the case that
athletes don’t deserve a voice because there aren’t enough of them means that the SRB also has to make the case to take away the particular representative spot for veterans (which no one is doing, and no one should think of doing since veterans provide a valuable voice within the SGA) as they do not make up a majority of the student body. Speaking of what creating an athlete spot would do, let’s discuss what the athletes can bring to the SGA. First, it is a statistical fact that about 3.1% of high school athletes go on to compete at the Division 2 level or higher. The character qualities it takes to be one of the three selected out of every 100 high school athletes include traits like hard work, determination, perseverance, and leadership to name a few, and those are all qualities our elected representatives should embody. There are also administrative functions an athlete representative can serve, particularly on the SRB’s Spirit Committee, who are tasked with promoting school spirit. In addition to this, the SGA hosts a variety of events in conjunction with athletics that would be right down the alley of an athlete representative, if
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they had one. Finally, and most importantly, we must ask ourselves if this position would help the SRB, and ultimately the SGA, achieve its goal of representing the student body. And I can say with confidence, it is no mystery that our campus is quite literally divided, with athletes on one side of Clyde Morris and the rest of the school on the other. This divide, while in some ways unavoidable, is actively disenfranchising a considerable group of our student body that works extremely hard every day to represent the Blue and Gold. This is where the duty of the SGA, and specifically those in the SRB, are obligated to do everything in their power to bridge the gap that currently exists on our campus, and while the election of an athlete president certainly helps in the short run, athletes deserve a permanent voice to be heard for all years to come. Students By Representative Group: COA: 2,626 COE: 2,201 COB: 423 COAS: 864 International Students: 1,101 Veteran Students: 554 Graduate Students: 574 *Spring 2019 Data From ERAU SGA
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Michael Weinhoffer Senior Reporter On Sep. 11, NASA announced that they had set Oct. 9 as the launch date for the agency’s Ionospheric Connection Explorer (ICON) spacecraft from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station. The spacecraft will get into orbit with the use of Northrop Grumman’s Pegasus XL rocket, which will be air-launched from the company’s L-1011 Stargazer aircraft. NASA has been waiting for this launch for almost two years after repeated delays – not with the spacecraft itself, but with Northrop’s rocket and aircraft. After this launch, it appears that the Pegasus XL may never fly again; given the lack of demand for the vehicle, reliability issues, and the recent rewarding of a similar-sized mission to a Falcon 9 instead of the Pegasus. The ICON spacecraft, managed by UC Berkeley and built by Northrop Grumman, is a heliophysics mission that will study the interactions between Earth’s atmosphere and the space environment. The task could shed light on how this “tug-of-war” can lead to disturbances that affect satellite
communications and global navigation signals. ICON will also study why there are sudden changes in the ionosphere, which is the unique environment that bridges Earth and outer space. The spacecraft carries four scientific instruments mounted on the primary structure, called the “bus,” which has strong flight heritage. After mission selection by NASA in 2013, the spacecraft was fully assembled and ready to ship to the launch site in October 2017. ICON had an original launch date of Dec. 9, 2017, from the Kwajalein Atoll in the Pacific Ocean. The Stargazer has launched the Pegasus a few times from this remote location, but a review of a component in the rocket led to a new launch date of June 15, 2018, from Kwajalein. This discovery produced a significant delay, but the Pegasus woes did not stop there. While the spacecraft was being flown to Kwajalein in June 2018, off-nominal data was received from the rocket, and the aircraft returned to Vandenberg Air Force Base in Southern California. The launch site was then changed to Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, and a new launch date of Oct. 8, 2018, was announced. After
a few more delays in October, the Stargazer finally took off in November and began preparations to launch the rocket off the Daytona Beach coast. After additional data indicated remaining problems with the Pegasus which scrubbed the launch, all three components of the mission were flown once again back to Vandenberg. No mission updates were provided until Sep. 6 of this year, as the team is getting ready to fly again. Let’s hope that this launch attempt is a success! The last launch of the Pegasus rocket was in December 2016, when it launched three small satellites that improved hurricane forecasting. It seems like the Pegasus rocket has run out of missions to start, as no launches on the rocket are scheduled after ICON. This lack of activity is likely due to the emergence of vehicles such as the Falcon 9, which has much higher payload accommodation and near-monthly launches. In July of this year, NASA awarded an ICON-sized mission called IXPE to SpaceX, which is a testament to the company’s performance record in launching spacecraft of all sizes. SpaceX may have very well
snatched Northrop Grumman’s last Pegasus mission. It is also reassuring that NASA is willingly to look into other launch vehicles if the current launch vehicle appears to have reliability issues, as is the case here. After almost a year of investigation into the Pegasus rocket built for this mission, Northrop Grumman and the ICON team are giving it another shot from Cape Canaveral. It may be the final flight of the Pegasus, so be sure to tune in to the launch if you can. Go ICON!
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NASA’s ICON spacecraft is shown here during final inspections at Vandenberg Air Force Base in Southern California.
The Innovative iPhone 11 Oliver Du Bois Reporter At its annual September event on the tenth, Apple announced not one, not two, but three new iPhones coming out later this month: the iPhone 11, the iPhone 11 Pro and the iPhone 11 Pro Max. All three phones are available for pre-order starting on the thirteenth and will be officially released on the twentieth. Design The iPhone 11 will come in purple, green, yellow, white, black, and red. It features a back design that is sculpted from a single piece of glass; the “toughest glass” ever used on an iPhone. It has an IP68 water resistance rating of up to two meters for roughly thirty minutes. The iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max come in midnight green, space gray, silver, and gold. These devices have a matte glass back and a stainless steel band. Unlike the iPhone 11, these models have an IP68 water resistance rating of up to four meters for roughly thirty minutes. Screen Size and Display The iPhone 11 is like its predecessor in that it has a 6.1” Liquid Retina LCD Display. It has broad color support and True Tone to allow for natural viewing experiences. The iPhone 11 Pro, on the other hand, has a 5.8” OLED Super Retina XDR Display, (while the Max has a 6.5” Super Retina XDR display), which
has been deemed the “brightest display” on the iPhone. The OLED Super Retina XDR display allows for an HDR experience when watching videos, supports for wide-color gamut and also includes True Tone. The entire screen is slated to be more power-efficient as well. Battery Life Like its predecessor, the iPhone 11 will have all-day battery life. It will, however, have one more additional hour of battery life included. The iPhone 11 Pro will have four more hours than the iPhone XS Max, and the iPhone 11 Pro Max will last five more hours. The Pros will have an 18W fast-charge power adapter, which is unlike any previous power adapters so far. The A13 Bionic Chip The new iPhones are powered by a new A13 chip, succeeding the A12 Bionic chip that was used for the 2018 models. It’s not only supposed to be the fastest CPU in a smartphone but the fastest GPS as well, being twenty percent faster than the A12. Unlike the A12, the A13 Bionic Chip was specially built for machine learning, which allows for the CPU to utilize one trillion operations per second. Alongside the A13, there is a new U1 sensor, (nicknamed R1 or Rose), which helps the iPhone 11 have a better sense of its location concerning 3D space. Previously, the M-series motion co-processor takes data from a compass, accelerometer,
microphones, barometer, and gyroscope to determine its location. Unlike the previous M-Series motion co-processor (which obtained data from a compass, accelerometer, microphones, barometer and gyroscope) the new U1 sensor includes an inertial measurement unit, Bluetooth 5.1, ultra-wideband and camera sensor data. Furthermore, the chip allows for a specialized Neural Engine to cause faster real-time photo and video analysis, as well as making Face ID third percent faster. Cameras The most anticipated feature of the iPhone 11 is its new dual-lens system. It includes new sensors and an ultra-wide-angle lens, giving access to a 120-degree field of view. The phone is designed to make alternating to the Ultra Wide setting when it is needed. The iPhone 11 Pro has a triple-lens system which includes Wide, Ultra Wide, and Telephoto lenses. It is optimized to maintain a 4x optical zoom range and can record in 4K with cinematic stabilization. It also includes an Audio Zoom feature that matches audio to the video framing. All three models will include an automatic Night Mode, which will activate once it is dark enough. This mode will illuminate the entire scene through adaptive bracketing. Along with this, all models will allow for users to see areas outside their frame and then switch to the Ultra Wide setting
if they so wish. All three models will also have a front-facing camera with a12MP wide-angle, which will work in landscape mode. The slow-motion video will be available on the front-facing camera, and everything will record 4K video at 60fps or slow-mo at 120fps. Pricing The iPhone 11 will cost $699, the iPhone 11 Pro will cost $999, and the Pro Max will be $1099. These prices shocked price analysts all over the globe, especially since the iPhone 11 costs less than the iPhone XR did (which was priced at $749). The iPhone 11 is the cheapest smartphone since the iPhone 8. This shockingly low price is occurring due to a few key reasons, and while many believe it to be because of weakness in China, that is only a small part of the reason. The main reason is that Apple’s iPhone sales have continued to decline globally in the last few years, primarily because many iPhone owners are holding onto their older iPhone models for longer in anticipation of newer iPhones being too costly. By lowering the price of the iPhone 11, Apple is hoping to increase its iPhone sales—which dropped by twelve percent in the most recent quarter. Whether this price difference will be enough to raise iPhone sales is still unknown, but it certainly makes the iPhone 11 all the more appealing.
Disney Magic Expands
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Epcot Transformation, Star Wars, and Streaming Emily Rickel Staff Reporter The Walt Disney World Resort recently launched and announced several new transformations to its parks in Orlando, FL. The most notable of these transformations include the historic revamping of Epcot, the addition of Star Wars: Galaxy Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and the upcoming launch of Disney’s new streaming service.
works, lasers, and pyrotechnics is also a new exciting addition to the World Showcase lagoon. Construction in the World Celebration neighborhood will revamp the classic Spaceship Earth attraction and erect a new three-level pavilion that provides an elevated view of the park. World Nature will be dedicated to the education and preservation of the natural world. This neighborhood will include current attractions such as The
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Project Gamma Disney executives recently announced new details for what is said to be the biggest transformation of any Disney park in history. Over the next few years, Epcot will be divided into four neighborhoods that inspire innovation and global curiosity:
Land and The Seas with Nemo & Friends, with the addition of the first experience inspired by the popular movie, Moana. World Discovery, with its focus on science and technology, will soon feature a new attraction influenced by Guardians of the Galaxy. This ride will be the
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planet of Batuu and cross paths with characters such as Chewbacca, Rey, Kylo Ren, Vi Moradi, and Stormtroopers. Cast members in this land enhance the immersion by acting as Batuu residents with intriguing backstories and a unique language. Guests can take home the Star Wars experience by building a lightsaber in Savi’s Workshop or creating a custom droid in the Droid Depot. Visitors can ride the "fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy" by stepping aboard the land's new attraction, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run. On this ride, six-person crews composed of pilots, gunners, and flight engineers work together to complete missions. The ride experience is completely dependent upon the actions of every crew member, so no mission is the same. Another attraction, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, is set to open in early December 2019.
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World Showcase, World Celebration, World Nature, and World Discovery. The World Showcase is currently an immersive, international experience that allows park visitors to experience the cuisine, architecture, and culture of eleven pavilions representing different countries from around the world. Popular Disney movies, including Mary Poppins, Beauty and the Beast, and Ratatouille will be represented in their respective pavilions with the addition of new attractions and sing-along shows. A new nighttime spectacular with choreographed fire-
first Disney coaster to launch riders backward and will consist of a coaster that rotates 360 degrees as riders learn about the planet Xandar and tag along on adventures with the Guardians of the Galaxy. A new restaurant, Space 220, will simulate views of our world 220 miles from the Earth’s surface, and the new PLAY! Pavilion will allow visitors to interact with popular Disney characters. Galaxy’s Edge Disney's Hollywood Studios is now home to 14 acres of Star Wars experiences. Park guests can now walk through the
Disney+ Starting Nov. 12, Disney+ will release new and original movies, TV series, short films, and documentaries from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic. Marvel favorites are expected to include TV series such as Ms. Marvel, She-Hulk, Loki, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, and WandaVision. Ewan McGregor has been confirmed to star in an untitled Obi-Wan Kenobi series, which will coincide with the new live-action series, The Mandalorian, and a new season of Star Wars: The Clone Wars. Disney+ will include hundreds of classic movies and TV series, as well as a few reprised series. Hillary Duff will star in a new Lizzie McGuire series, the Muppets will appear in a new short-form series, and a new High School Musical series will make its debut. Disney+ prices are set for
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Final Thoughts Disney is continuing to deliver magical, immersive experiences for park guests and is exciting their loyal fan base with the development of a new streaming service. With the successful expansion of experiences and the inclusion of a broader range of characters, Disney is ensuring that there is something for everyone to enjoy.
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Weather Apps: Such a Breeze! Jacob Guliuzo and Nicholas Reuss Graduate Researchers
Why use weather apps?
Imagine you are planning a trip to the beach over the weekend. You want to make sure that you will be able to spend the weeken¬d enjoying the sun, sand, and waves and not be stuck at home. You open up your trusted weather app and check the weekend’s forecast. You see that the weather will be “A mostly sunny day with a high of around 80 degrees, no chance of rain and a slight breeze to keep you cool,” perfect for the beach! While this might be a more popular use of weather apps, tracking a hurricane such as Dorian might be a more valuable use of these apps. It’s important to know what app you can trust when making decisions like these. Weather apps are useful for monitoring both of these, but which app is the most popular among students? What apps do our students trust when it matters most? Weather is always changing, and so are the ways you monitor it. There is an abundance of apps and services that give weather data, and some are more specialized than others. We wanted to know what apps students are using and why. To do this, we collected a survey of approximately 100 ERAU students. We found that 56 out of the 100 students reported that they used weather monitoring services. 19 students said they use Apple Weather, 11 use The Weather Channel app, eight use Android Weather, six use Accuweather, four use Foreflight, two use Weather Underground, and
five said they use some other app. The question remains, why do students prefer one service over others? Twenty-one students reported that Apple Weather was their primary service with Weather Channel app service having the next highest and Android Weather being the third highest. The most popular reasons for this were: “It’s easy to use and already on my phone,” “It shows the upcoming weather forecast hourly,” and “It does alert me of hourly weather reports.”
How useful is each app?
So, just how useful are these apps, and why are they used? We asked how accurate students thought their preferred weather apps were. About one-third of students reported their preferred app was between 85-95% accurate, and another third of students reported it to be between 75-85% accurate. Overall, most students perceived their preferred weather app to be around 80% accurate. But is this accurate enough when accounting for a major hurricane? What level of accuracy is enough to give you the peace of mind you need during a storm of such magnitude? Some apps were reported as more accurate than others. Specifically, Accuweather was percieved as the most accurate app used by students. Students reported that they thought it was about 90% accurate while The Weather Channel was seen as the least accurate weather app with about 74% accuracy. Is this different enough to make a change to a new app? Over half of the students report-
Usage of Weather Apps
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ed that they tried multiple apps to monitor the weather. Despite this, the most popular services were the default weather app for each phone. Students said that it was the most convenient option. “It’s easy to use, and it’s already on my phone” became a common response to why they went with their preinstalled app rather than a third-party app. Generally, students said they preferred convenience over accuracy or trustworthiness of apps. We also asked how much students trusted their preferred weather app. Regardless of how accurate they thought their preferred app was, most students had either “a moderate amount of trust” (39%) “a lot of trust” (43%) in their preferred app.
What features Are students using?
Students were given a list of 11 possible features used in weather applications and asked to rank these features in importance. Features such as today’s temperature, the weather this week, an overview of today’s weather, location accuracy, and hourly forecast were the most popular. Meanwhile, pollen rating and air pollution levels went unused. We then asked them to rank the importance of the features. The feature that people ranked the highest was today’s temperature, followed by the hourly forecast. The three features that people felt they could do without were air pollution levels, countrywide weather, and pollen rating. Some apps also had unique features which set them apart from the
others. Accuweather has Minutecast, a feature that provides minute by minute weather data for every minute over the next two hours. Foreflight provides weather data along a designed flight path which is useful for the pilots on campus here in Daytona. The Weather Channel app provides news regarding weather and other natural phenomena around the globe. Weather Underground tells you exactly where the weather data is being monitored from in your local area. Unlike other weather applications, Weather Underground uses live data from the ERAU Micaplex to provide accurate local weather data and forecasting. There were several features that students said they used less frequently than other features. These, for example, would be air pollution levels, pollen rating, and live radar, to name a few. While there are many options for weather apps available to students, most students generally use the default app that comes preloaded on their phones. Students noted that because the app was preinstalled and is moderately accurate, they felt no need to download another weather app. Most apps are generally perceived as 80% accurate. This perception might also be why most students have, on average, “a lot” of trust in their preferred apps. No matter what your reason, every student has a preferred app for monitoring weather. Even weather applications can not always predict the path of a storm like Danger Dorian.
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Features from: Accuweather, Foreflight, The Weather Channel and Weather Underground
Jacob and Nick are graduate students in the Research in User eXperience (RUX) Lab in the Department of Human Factors and Behavioral Neurobiology. RUX investigates the usability and user experience of technology in our everyday world. These articles are a regular column that explores different technologies typically used by Embry-Riddle students.
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Eagles Ice Hockey Starts Strong, Outscores UCF 6-3
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The Embry-Riddle Ice Eagles kicked off the 2019 season strong with a dominant victory over the University of Central Florida Knights. The Eagles home crowd showed up hugely, were loud, proud, and loved every second of our Eagles home opener. The Eagles had a lot of new faces this year and were led by an impressive defensive effort from the new freshmen, alongside a steady barrage of successful shots. The Eagles held the Knights to zero points until the 3rd period. The Eagles, on the other hand, started off 5-0. Turner Kaufmann drew first blood six minutes into the first period, and Kyle Usiak followed that up with a goal less than two minutes after the second period started. Noah Austin scored halfway through the second period, and Turner Kaufmann and Kyle Usiak both scored early in the third period. Despite the Knights scoring three consecutive times immediately after, the Eagles made the closing statement with a goal by Turner
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Goalie Nico Prulhiere intently watches the approaching Knights Players.
Kaufmann, who was assisted by Kyle Usiak on the play. The scoring players for the Eagles that night were Turner Kaufmann with three goals, Kyle Usiak with two, and Noah Austin with one. Turner Kaufmann was undoubtedly the MVP of the night, as he was involved in nearly every point. Three of the goals he made himself, and he assisted on two others. Last year's scoring leader, Ryan Marks, had a quiet night, only show-
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Forward Kyle Usiak drives through multiple Knights defenders to setup the Embry-Riddle Ice Eagles for a goal.
ing up on the scoreboard with an assist. However, he was still bringing the puck into the Knights side, and his presence on the ice opened things up for the rest of the team. The Eagles starter veteran goalie, Nico Prulhiere, had a solid showing. Prulhiere only allowed the Knights to score three goals out of 24 shots for a save percentage of 87.5. This was the first time the Eagles beat the University of Central Florida since transferring to the
Southern Collegiate Hockey Conference and was an excellent way to set the tone for this years team. After being denied in several close games, some of which having gone into overtime, this was a gratifying win for the Eagles. The Eagles next home game will be against another tough SCHC opponent: The University of South Florida Bulls. The Eagles will host the Bulls at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 20 at the Daytona Ice Arena.
Embry-Riddle Sailing Team Kicks Off College Sailing Season John Rachek Social Media Manager
This past weekend the Embry-Riddle Sailing Team attended their first regatta of the Fall 2019 College Sailing Season, the SAISA South Points #2 Regatta. The team raced at Jacksonville University against multiple colleges across Florida, including Eckerd College, University of Miami, University of South Florida, Florida State University, Palm Beach Atlantic, and the host, Jacksonville University.
The regatta consisted of two fleets: the A Division in 11 Flying Juniors, and the B Division in 11 Z420s. Both fleets raced a total of ten races, each lasting approximately 30 minutes long. The conditions were tough, and the competition even tougher. In the morning, winds were blowing steady at 8-12 knots before quickly building to 15 knots, with gusts even higher. Teams struggled to keep control of their boats, many capsizing during the races and losing valuable time while their competition sailed ahead.
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Jacksonville University Sailing Team (left) and USF Sailing Team (right) fight tough sailing conditions sailing Z420s and Flying Juniors.
Those who could control their boat found themselves frequently planing out of the water in gusts, surfing waves, and using everything they had to keep their boat from capsizing. The races were fast-paced, with a large field of competitors adding challenges, like avoiding collisions and maintaining the rules of racing. All in all, it was another excellent day of racing and presented a unique set of challenges to competitors. The ERAU Sailing team fought all day against a difficult field of varsity and club sailing teams, many of which are nationally ranked. Next weekend, the team will be traveling to the University of Miami to compete in the SAISA South Points #3 Regatta, which will present similar challenges against the same field of competitors. The Embry-Riddle Sailing Team is a relatively new division of the Embry-Riddle Sailing Club. The team made their debut in the previous spring season, competing in three regattas across Florida after partaking in a hiatus since 2015. The rapidly growing sailing team will be representing Embry-Riddle in all South Atlantic Intercollegiate Sailing events this fall, with the hopes of building a strong club sports team on campus. The team practices out of the Halifax Sailing Association in Daytona Beach, and currently owns a small fleet of two C420s and two Flying Juniors. They
are also working with the Student Government Association to expand their fleet and acquire new boats. This new fleet will be crucial in training the team for future competitions, teaching new students how to sail, and hosting events and regattas. The club plans on putting significant investment into equipment and facilities that will bring the program to par with other sailing teams across Florida, while also giving students and faculty a unique opportunity to get involved in the sailing team.
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Chez Paul: A Hidden Daytona Gem Shubhanu Mukherjee Correspondent
that take the time to visit his warm, tasteful abode.
Vipul Telang Managing Editor
After a quick conversation with the warm, polite, and ever-smiling crew of the restaurant, The Avion crew got a further insight into the workings of the restaurant. Mr. Charles mentioned that both Paul and he were a part of the American military; Mr. Charles served in the Navy while Chef Paul served with the US Marines. While inquiring further about his military experience, Charles mentioned a few lessons from his military experience that translated over to his civilian lifestyle. "Discipline, patience, and calmness are some things that definitely keep you going," he said. "Because things do tend to get hectic in the restaurant business, but those qualities never make you sweat or hassle." Nadine, who has a Polish Lebanese descent, is one of the most go-with-the-flow, upbeat person the team had met. She enjoys bartending and meeting new poeple. "I like people, and I have really good spatial reasoning," Ms. Nadine told The Avion group with a smile. "So when I have to mix one drink into another, it always fits just to the right amount! That's what I like a lot, and I like meeting people".
Nick Hernandez News Editor In the modern world of errands and fast food, the true meaning of fine dining has become forgotten. As per the definition provided by the Cambridge English Dictionary: fine dining refers to a style of eating that usually takes place in an expensive restaurant where exquisite food is served to people in a formal way. However, as per Chez Paul, fine dining is where the guests can come in, spend time with the chefs and waitrons, have a relaxed, delightful, and soothing experience. One combined with food of good quality, and taste; made with love to impress the soul of its eater. Rightly so, the European bistro sticks to its word and promises an excellent experience to each of its guests. Chez Paul translates to “At Paul’s [house]" (en français). Chef Paul, along with his waitstaff, ensures that all customers feel comfortable at their restaurant; with a sense of warmth and homeliness. When The Avion went in to dig out this hidden gem, they were in for a sweet surprise. At first, one is taken aback by the location, which is lonely and silent in the evenings. Located on the North Beach Street just by the beautiful Halifax River, Chez Paul sticks out at any given time with its archaic look. Standing two floors tall and made of golden bricks, the customized wooden furniture takes you back to the good days of the 1970s. Which, coincidentally, is when the establishment came into its existence. To date, Chez Paul has maintained its antiquity which allows their contemporary customers to get a glimpse of the sweet, simpler, technology-free times. At its heart, though, Chez Paul holds the core Embry-Riddle values with honest, hardworking staff and a friendly atmosphere. Chef Paul himself being an alumnus, happily recalls his college days, when Riddle used to cost only $35 per credit hour and $850 for multi-engine training! Despite being a busy man, he loves to see the growth and evolution of our campus and cherishes when he finds young Eagles
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Although not officially on the menu, the Tuscan Shrimp appetizer was fantastic!
to dish nearly every time I have been there. Overall, the Chicken Marsala was made to perfection; the chicken was tender, and the sauce was cooked and seasoned to perfection. Vipul’s entrée was the Café de Paris Filet Mignon. The steak, prepared medium-rare, was one of the most tender and flavorful entrées on the entire menu. Recommended by Chef Paul himself, it was finished with a herb butter blend and served with carrots, asparagus, and small red potatoes. Nick’s entrée was an order of
fifth visit, they never disappoint. I, personally, am a regular customer and although a little pricey, it is none the less a lavish, royal treatment which, if not supersedes the cost, justifies it. I encourage every Eagle on campus to go there and support a fellow ERAU Alumni; the true hero of our great country. Give a vote of thanks to those who truly endangered their lives to keep us safe and protected in times of need, and enjoy some fantastic food in the process.
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The Avion Crew all got their own entrée's and dessert to try the wide variety of food the restaurant had to offer. The entire experience was incredibly well organized. Once you are seated, the wait staff start pampering you with warm, freshly baked bread so delicious it disappears within minutes of being brought to the table. Served with a side of oil and a mixture of sixteen herbs, no store-bought bread will be able to compete with the homemade baking.The loaves are entirely complimentary. You just cannot have enough of it. As you !start settling with the bread, your choice of appetizer is presented to you. In our case, it was the Tuscan Shrimp. The shrimp was tender and grilled to perfection: Neither too soft nor overdone. It is one of the best shrimp recipes we have ever tried. It is served with a delightful jus which one is compelled to devour after a small taste. After you've licked the plate clean of the appetizer, the star of the show arrives: the entrée. But before that, you get a personal serving of pesto pasta followed by an ever so creamy sorbet as a palette cleanser. Finally, it was time for the entrées. In my case, it was the Chicken Marsala, my go-
Paul Carpenella carefully prepares a diner’s entrée. Each dish is prepared to order, and Paul takes special care to ensure his food is of the highest quality
German Pork Schnitzel. Perfectly breaded and sautéed, served with traditional German Spaetzle. The Schnitzel was cooked to perfection. I did not even need a knife to cut through it like butter. Last but certainly not least, the dessert. Life is too short not to have dessert with every meal; but I believe that life is even more sorrowful if you have not tried the Tiramisu at Chez Paul's. It is merely the most flavorful, mouth-watering and soul-filling part of the entire soirée. Vipul’s dessert was the classic crème brûlée, topped with whipped cream, strawberries, and chocolate shavings. The crust was just hard enough to lightly break apart with a spoon. Nick ordered the almond amaretto cake, which was served in a martini glass topped with whipped cream, strawberries, and chocolate shavings.
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There is no amount of praise, hype, or words that one can express to justify the sheer heart-filling time and Paul's. It is an experience that one must indulge themselves in. From the first time I had been to Chez Paul's, to my third, fourth, and
Perfect for: -Date Nights -Celebrations -Formal Occasions
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The German Pork Schnitzel, which is thinly pounded pork sirloin lightly breaded and sautéed, was served with traditional German spaetzle, asparagus, and carrots.
Address 927 N Beach St Daytona Beach, FL 32117 (386) 252-3588 Hours Tues.-Sat. 5:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. (Reservations Required) Our Recommendations Appetizer Tuscan Shrimp Mezza Luna Entrée Café de Paris Filet Mignon Chicken Marsala Dessert Crème Brûlée Almond Amaretto Cake
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The crème brûlée was the perfect way to end our dining experience!
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