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Students and community members made up 74 teams at this year’s Relay for Life, where they walked through the night and raised $164,087 for cancer research.

Teams spend night walking to raise funds for cancer research Khadijah Dennis

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A s candles were lit, tents were set up and music raged on, students remembered why being a part of Relay for Life was important to them. For 12 hours this weekend, 74 teams gathered together to walk the night away to fight cancer. Those 74 teams raised $164,087 for cancer research Friday night. For many students, this year was their f irst Relay for Life. But for others, it was another year to honor and support those that they personally knew that were affected by cancer. “My first day of my senior year [of high school], I found out that my grandmother had colon cancer, and that was her first day of chemotherapy,” said Lora Stearns, director of USC’s Relay for Life. “She lives in Texas, and all the time she would tell me that what we were doing in South Carolina was giving her hope to keep fighting. It

showed me that what we do here has no boundaries.” Stories like Stear ns’ were told throughout the night, as hundreds of people walked laps around the field at the Blatt Physical Education Center. First-year visual communications student Melissa Bugeski served as a committee member for this year’s Relay for Life. Bugeski said it’s important to remember cancer affects everyone, something she knew to be especially true this weekend. “My cousin, when he was 11, was diagnosed with a brain tumor that he had a 15 percent chance to live. He’s been cancer-free for a while now, but during the survivor lap, my mom texted me and told me that my aunt was diagnosed with cancer,” she said. “It’s kind of a rough night, but there’s nowhere I’d rather be than with people who are in the fight with me and with her. That’s now my main reason to relay.” At 10 p.m., the lights were shut off, and only candles shining through luminary bags along the field gave off light. Students held each other’s hands

as they prepared to walk a silent lap in honor of those who had lost their fight. But that silent lap wasn’t just about the losing side of the fight. “Many of those that have fought the battle of cancer are no longer with us,” a student presenter told the crowd from the stage. “But instead of mourning their loss, we choose to celebrate their lives.” A chair sat on the stage, symbolizing those who died. A small table stood beside it to symbolize the frailty of a single patient. A lemon and salt sat on the table, to represent the bitter battle and tears shed from patients and family members, respectively. The most important symbol of all was the burning candle. “The candle represents the light of hope, hope represented by cancer sur vivors and the hope for a cure discovered as a result of the work of the medical profession made able by funds that are generated through events such as Relay for Life,” the student speaker said. As students silently reflected, tears streamed down the cheeks of some, and

the USC community came together to see one another through the night. “Seeing how many people [cancer] touches provides its own effects to people who are pushed to do something about it. You’re going to fight back for people that are still fighting, to celebrate those that have won and remember those who’ve lost,” Stearns said. “Don’t give up.” With nine hours to go, students found ways to keep the energy going. From fried Oreos at 2 a.m. to ultimate Frisbee challenges, dance parties and drag shows, the event was arguably one of the biggest parties of the semester. “The big event is important because cancer effects everybody — there’s no one that hasn’t been touched by it,” Bugeski said. “I think just keeping it on the forefront of people’s minds that ‘Hey, cancer’s a big deal and even though you may not have it or you might not have a parent that has it, it’s still there and it still needs to be fought. We need to finish that fight.’” Student organizations continued to

SAE rallies around brother Fraternity raises money to support member diagnosed with lymphoma Natalie Pita

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When David Simone was diagnosed with T-cell lymphoma cancer the fall of his junior year, his Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity brothers stepped up to the plate to help out. “If it’s one of our own, we’ve definitely got to look out for him,” said Jamie McClement, SAE director of philanthropy. “People want to help more when there’s a personal connection.” SAE will host the David Simone Softball Classic and Cheer Off on April 13. The day will start off with a cheerleading competition for sororities, when spectators will choose their favorite team by putting money in donation boxes throughout the day, and the winning team will receive a trophy. The main event is a softball game between SAE and the USC Police Department at the Dreher High School baseball field. Tickets can be purchased from SAE brothers or at the gate for $12

and include admission to the game and a post-game barbecue at Tin Roof in the Vista. All of the money raised will be donated to Simone’s medical fund. After he was diagnosed in the fall of 2013, Simone returned home to Virginia Beach for tests and surgeries. He is now in remission but expects months of chemotherapy ahead. “Although David is 400 miles away, he is constantly in our thoughts, hearts and prayers each and every day. He still has many months of grueling chemotherapy to undergo and the family’s medical bills are rising quickly,” McClement said in a press release. “We wanted to show our support as a chapter, and felt that raising money to help defray his medical expenses would be a wonderful way to show our support while he is some 400 miles away.” Even though he has spent the last few months planning the event, McClement said he still thinks about the surprise he and the other brothers experienced upon hearing their brother’s diagnosis. He described Simone as smart and athletic, someone who loves SOFTBALL • 3

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Gay programming prompts Lawmakers plan to refund excess contributions budget threats for Upstate

Quidditch World Cup comes to Myrtle Beach The North Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex hosted 80 teams for the International Quidditch Association World Cup VII this weekend, according to The Sun News. Teams made up of college students and community members from all over the United States, as well as Canada and Australia, faced off for a chance to make it to Sunday’s championship round. Last year, the University of Texas took the title home. And North Myrtle Beach may get the chance to host again in 2015; Rock Hill and Austin, Texas are also finalist’s for next year’s cup. “South Carolina, in general, has been fantastic,” IQA director of marketing Logan Anbinder said. “We’ve received remarkable hospitality and support.” USC was one of several North and South Carolina schools represented at this year’s cup. Coastal Carolina’s first-year team, however, did not qualify. —Hannah Jeffrey, News Editor

USC Upstate faces budget cut threats once again, according to The State, but this time it’s not about the school’s curriculum. Mu lt iple s t at e s e n at or s e x pre s s e d t hei r disapproval over the event being held by USC Upstate Friday, including state Sens. Kevin Bryant, R-Anderson and Lee Bright, R-Spartanburg. “If they’ve got extra money sitting around to promote perversion, obviously they’ve got more money than they really need,” Bryant said. The symposium was planned last year, before legislators fi rst threatened the school’s budget a few months ago, according to Clif Flynn, USC Upstate’s associate vice chancellor of academic affairs. The conference costs around $11,500, which was paid for by both the school and private grants, said Reid Toth, USC Upstate’s chairwoman of sociology, criminal justice and women’s studies. —Hannah Jeffrey, News Editor

Candidates for S.C. governor and attorney general received $336,345 in campaign contributions that were over state legal limits, according to The State. Gov. Nikki Haley said she plans to refund the $51,522 in excess contributions her campaign received in 2010. Vincent Sheheen, Democrat ic g ubernatorial candidate, is speaking to state regulators about the contributions made to his 2010 campaign that totaled $19,600. Attorney General Alan Wilson refunded $42,500 in excess contributions from his 2010 campaign after reviewing campaign filings, according to his campaign. Former Attorney General Henry McMaster’s campaign officials said they would refund the $51,850 in excess contributions if asked by state regulators. Campaign representatives from each candidate said any errors made were unintentional. Most contributions over the limit were due to a timing wrinkle in state law. —Hannah Jeffrey, News Editor

The blotter comes from police reports released by the USC Division of Law Enforcement and Safety and doesn’t include crimes reported by city or county law enforcement.

MARCH 29 to April 3 6 Drug/ Narcotics Violation 4 Fake ID 4 Larceny from building 4 Trespass 3 Alcohol/ Liquor Law violation 3 Vandalism 2 Traffic/ DUI 1 Larceny of moped

— W hile on patrol on the Horseshoe, an of f icer saw a woman hunched over against t he M a xc y monu ment . T he woman was startled awake by t he of f icer’s f lash l ight, a nd stumbled when she tried to stand up. W hen asked why she was sitting in the rain, the woman told the officer she enjoyed the rain. The officer asked if she had been drinking, and then woman said she had four beers at Group Therapy in Five Points, where she said she had used her resident mentor’s license to get in. The woman was placed under arrest because she had been drinking under the age of 21 and was in possession of someone else’s license.

— A n o f f i c e r a r r i v e d at Patterson Hall last weekend, where a woman was vomiting in front of the building. The woman told t he of f icers she had been drink ing all day at Carolina Cup and had left the event on the wrong bus. She was a student at UNC Wilmington and thought she was getting on a bus to go back to Charlotte, but accidentally ended up on a bus to Columbia instead. The woman was cited for minor in possession

maintenance employee who said the maintenance department received a call from a woman living in Bates West regarding a cord holding a scaffold that had been tapping on her window. She was annoyed with the cord and decided to cut it, which caused the scaffold to fall. The estimated value of the damage was $ 4 0 0, accord i ng to t he incident report. — Compiled by Hannah Jeffrey, News Editor

of beer. — An officer arrived at Bates West last week in response to a call about vandalism. The of f icer met w it h a hou si ng

Briefs don’t include every incident from the last week, and suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Information could change as investigations continue.

SOFTBALL • Continued from 1 to have fun and makes great grades in school. “It was kind of the last thing we expected. No one expected anyone in our pledge class to get diagnosed with cancer, especially this early,” McClement said. “Everyone was kind of caught off guard by it.” McClement and the other brothers hope the rest of the community puts RELAY • Continued from 1 fundraise throughout the night, among them The Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, Straight Alliance. “W hen we come toget her as a community, we can do so much for the people,” said Devon Sherrell, secondyear political science student and president of BGLSA. “It’s important to be aware and know how to donate your time, not necessarily your money.”

their support behind the event. “We hope that the entire USC Greek community and student body will come out to support our extremely worthwhile cause and help out our brother David Simone in his battle against cancer,” McClement said in a press release. “It will be a lot of fun, and we know that David and his family are truly grateful.” DG

As the field got lighter, students packed up their tents and let their success sink in. “Throughout the night, we’ve been tired, we’ve been frustrated and we have been ready to give up,” Stearns said at the closing ceremony. “Your night represents the journey of cancer. And today, we welcome a new day, a new life and a new hope brought by a cure.” DG

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Senators’ threatened cuts to USC Upstate galling ISSUE USC Upstate is facing new cuts due to an LGBT event. OUR STANCE This reflects an attitude of both censorship and hate. Solidly conser vat ive Sout h Carolina is more than expected to have a handf ul of virulent social conservatives in its state senate. It can also be expected that these far-right politicians may hold powerf ul posit ions within senate committees. But should the new expectation be for these hyper-idealouges to use this power for censorship and election-year grandstanding? That question ran through our minds after some state senators threatened to cut more funding for USC Upstate, cit ing t he college’s plan to host an LGBTthemed symposium.

St at e S e n . K e v i n Br y a nt , R-Anderson, is quoted by The State as saying: “If they’ve got extra money sitting around to promote perversion, obviously they’ve got more money than they really need.” T h e i n c e n d i a r y e v e nt i n question, a symposium session entitled “How to be a lesbian in 10 days or less,” is a comedy, focused around the story of one woma n’s ex per ience com i ng out as gay. It doesn’t have an

“If the government decides that certain aspects of the world should be kept from college sudents, they do society as a whole an irreparable disservice.”

“agenda.” It’s a stor y told in comedic fashion. So why the outcry? State Sen. Lee Bright, R-Spartanburg, who is running for Lindsey Graham’s U.S. Senate seat t his year, is unscrupulous enough to demand certain topics be off-limits in a college he has never attended and never will. I f it c a n h ap p e n i n US C Upstate, it can happen here. It is up to the student body to challenge any censorship of any subject, any where and at any time. It is the primary function of education to give its pupils an accurate account of the world. If the government decides that cer tain aspect s of t he world shou ld be kept f rom college students, they do societ y as a whole an irreparable disservice, and trample on the founding freedoms they pretend to uphold.

Sexual assault must be discussed Education key to prevent more violence As many students may or may not be aware, April has been designated “Sexual Assault Awareness Month.” There are many events being hosted throughout the month by the organization Stand Up Carolina and the Office of Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention and Prevention, which will serve to promote awareness of sexual assault in our communit y and to help support the victims thereof. As this is an issue that is integral to our community, especially being that we are a university in an urban environment, it is important that we turn our attention toward the issue of sexual assault and harassment and our thoughts toward the survivors, as this is an issue that has touched us all — either personally or through a friend who is a survivor — whether we realize it or not. It ha s been brought to my at tent ion by m a ny st udent s , however, that for many on this campus, there is some confusion as to what const it utes sex ual harassment and sexual assault. In the spirit of the month, I thought it prudent to address the issue, as the prevention of violence starts with education. Sexual harassment is defined as any unwanted comments or gestures, requests for sexual favors, rumors, jokes sexual in nature or discrimination based on sex. Also important to note is unwanted physical contact, such as trapping in hallways, hugging, kissing or touching in any way. The aggressor may not believe what they did was harassment, but the key point is that harassment is always from the perspective of the victim. If they believe a joke, comment or a touch was harassment, then it is harassment. Sexual harassment is a serious offense, as studies have shown that in environments where “just jokes” or “just f lirting” is permitted, there is a much greater

chance that the behaviors advance from harassment to assault. Sexual assault, on the other hand, is the use or attempted use of sexual contact, including rape, forcible sodomy and any unwanted sexual contact characterized by the use of force, intimidation, threats, abuse of power or any other wrongful or abusive behaviors. The most important aspect of sexual assault is a lack of consent, and unsurprisingly this is also the aspect that confuses people the most. Consent means that two people of sound mind are willing to have sexual relations with each other. O ne com mon m isconcept ion about consent is that it is simply “he/she said yes.” This is not the case. In fact, there is only one instance in which consent can be given: Both individuals are of sound mind and do not have impaired decision-making skills, there is no coercion, intimidation or threats, it is given before the sexual contact is made and both participants are over the legal age of consent (in South Carolina, 16 years old). Any sexual contact without consent is assault. This means that if a person is intoxicated, they cannot give consent. If a person is under the influence of drugs, they cannot give consent. If a person is under the legal age of consent, they cannot give consent. If the person seems unsure or reluctant to say “yes,” then it is not consent. In all of these cases, even if the person says yes, any sexual contact made is still sexual assault, carrying a maximum sentence of 30 years in federal penitentiary. Also, it should be noted that just because consent was given once in the past, it does not mean that it is given in the future. Studies have shown that 10 to 14 percent of evermarried women have been raped at some point by their spouse. Another thing that is important to reiterate is that if a person says yes but it is reluctant, or the person is obviously “not into it,” then the contact is

sexual assault. The bottom line is, if either party does not hear “yes,” one party is handicapped or impaired or one party has agreed but unwillingly, then it is of the utmost importance that they stop the activity immediately. Should they proceed any further, it is sexual assault. College-aged men and women are two to three times more likely to be sexually assaulted or raped than any other age demographic. Yes, I said men and women. It is estimated that one out of every 10 men has been or will be raped at some point in his life by another man or a woman; for women, one out of every four. The crime has been referred to as “soul murder” as it has such a long-lasting negative impact on the survivor’s mental and physical health. Thirteen percent of survivors attempt suicide, and 33 percent have contemplated it. This is why it is so important that we educate ourselves about this issue so we know how to recognize the warning signs and respond appropriately. Fi n a l ly, t here i s one i s s ue that plagues us all — bystander complacenc y. That is, seei ng something happening and doing nothing. Students must take it upon ourselves to have the courage and the strength of character to step in and intervene, either by saying “knock it off” or calling the proper aut horit ies if we see someone sexually harassing another, someone pressuring another into having intercourse and we see someone who is obviously intoxicated about to “agree” to have sex. Students should not be afraid to “look stupid” in front of their friends or “be a buzz-kill” or any of the millions of other excuses we feed ourselves to prevent ourselves from taking action. If we fail to act, someone could die. If we act, we’ve saved a life. — Written by Markus Johnson, second-year French and Russian student

Texting while driving recipe for death, serious injury New enforcement measures should be welcomed by city Another city in South Carolina has banned texting and driving, and Columbia could be next. Following the lead of Charleston and other cities, Greenville has banned handheld phone usage while driving as of Tuesday, April 1st, 2014. Many cities are look ing out for the safet y of everyone on the roads by making the use of phones while driving illegal and ticketing violators to enforce these restrictions. Both Charleston and Greenville are home to many in-state USC students. The question is will these students be able to obey the law when they return home since Columbia doesn’t enforce a similar restriction? T he o r d i n a n c e i n G r e e n v i l le i n c lu d e s except ion s for law en forcement a nd f i r st responders while on the job and for motorists reporting a crime or emergency. So unless you’re calling 911, you better stay off your phone when you’re in the Upstate. People complain they won’t be able to control their music or GPS in their car while driving anymore because they can’t use their phones behind the wheel. Officials suggest those who depend on these things set up their tunes or directions prior to moving the vehicle. Waiting until your car is parked is the only option for sending a message saying “On my way,” or “Be there in fi ve.” Even though those messages seem so short and easy to type, it’s no exception to the law and sending that while operating a vehicle is now deemed illegal in many places. Although some say they are good at using their phones and driving, most of these people are saying so just because they haven’t gotten into an accident yet. Once those who feel invincible cause an accident, they may start second guessing their skills. T h e s e n e w e n f o r c e m e nt s a r e s t r o n g l y supported by thousands who have seen loved ones and family get hurt by texting and driving. The last thing they want is for someone else to be harmed in the same way their friends were by something so terrible. Whether you’re one to put your phone away every time you get behind the wheel or one to avidly type messages as you switch lanes, these laws will probably influence your decisions a bit more if they are applied in Columbia soon. Many vehicle-related deaths have been a result of phone usage while driving, making this legal enforcement anot her attempt at prevent ing accidents and saving lives in South Carolina. These bans are going to be followed up on to see if they play an effect on driving safety, but in the meantime South Carolinians from these areas will not be able to use their phones while driving. — Written by Cecilia Brown, first-year journalism student

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W h a t: N BT N ew M u s i c Night: Slone’s Agenda / Silver Screen Orchestra / Inc re dibl y Ta ll Pe o pl e / Oneforall / Unsettled When: Doors open at 6 p.m. Cost: $5 over 21, $8 under 21 This showcase of local talent is so brand spankin’ new that the headliners, Slone’s Agenda, doesn’t even have music available for listening online (the we bsite just shows a monkey smoking a cigar next to the words “Coming Soon”). Think of the concert as a blind date, except with music instead of forced small talk.

What: About Face Drawing Session, Columbia Museum of Art When: Por trait Drawing: 6:00-8:00 p.m. Figure Drawing: 7:15 to 9:15 p.m. Cost: $5 for students, $8 for members and $10 for non-members Whether a budding Picasso or an amateur artist, all are welcome to sharpen their portrait and figure drawing skills at About Face, hosted by the Columbia Museum of Art. The two classes operate without an instructor, but feature a “supportive and friendly environment ” in which artists of all skill sets can interact and improve. The cost of entrance includes both portrait and ﬁgure drawing sessions.

What: Madame Magar’s Workshop, 701 Center for Contemporary Art When: Center open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Cost: Free for members, $5 suggested donation for non-members This exhibit of Charleston artist Leigh Magar’s work ex p l o re s c o n te m p o r a r y fashion and hat design in an “innovative, imaginative installation.” The galler y space has been transformed into a workshop and showroom, designed to illustrate the artist’s creative process. Magar will create clothing and hats in the installation in real time, with a complete collection released at the exhibit’s culmination on April 30.

W h a t: C h a m p a g n e a n d Pearls: An Evening with Mikimoto, Columbia Museum of Art When: Doors open at 6 p.m., lecture begins at 6:15 p.m. Cost: $30 for members, $40 for non-members The Columbia Museum of Art and Sylvan’s Jewelers are collaborating to discuss the preeminent name i n p e a r l s: M i k i m o t o, a Japanese-based company credited with bringing the first cultured pearls to the marketplace. The company’s senior vice president will share founder Kok ichi Mikimoto’s stor y, with a champagne reception and trunk show to follow.

What: Indie Grits Opening Night Par t y, behind the Nickelodeon Theater When: 6 p.m. Cost: Free Columbia’s own music and arts festival kicks oﬀ Friday night with music, food and fun. Power folk artist Rachel Kate and Shantih Shantih, a four-woman rock band, will soundtrack the event. Village Idiot, the Wurst Wagen, Paradise Ice and Bourbon will vend their capital city specialties like bratwurst Cajun-Creole cuisine and New York-style pizza, and the Whig will provide a wide variety of beer. — Compiled by Amanda C oy n e, Pr i nt M a n a g i n g Ed i to r, a n d E r i k a R ya n, Assistant Mix Editor

Open Studios event displays local art

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Bonnie Goldberg poses with her paintings at the Arcade Studios on Main Street, one of the nine locations of the annual Columbia Open Studios event hosted by 701 CCA.

Showcase revitalizes Midlands arts scene, features 45 artists from area Erika Ryan

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As Columbia’s art scene continues to explode, 701 Center for Contemporar y A rt makes an effort to showcase artists throughout Greater Columbia. The event Columbia Open Studios

is hosted by 701 CCA annually and featured 45 artists in various studios, galleries and houses this year. The open studios event gives people from all over the midlands the chance to not only meet artists personally, but to take a look at their work spaces and see where their art is born. B o n n ie G oldb er g, b a s e d i n t he A r c ade Studios on Main St., is a Columbia native and thrilled about the support and exposure the art

community is receiving from the event and in general. “This event is great for me,” she said. “I not only get to meet people I wouldn’t get to meet otherwise, but I get informed about what I may do in the future.” For t he past 23 years, Goldberg has been work ing with water-based mediums, var ying from acrylic paint and ink to wine and coffee. ART • 6

ART • Continued from 5 Inspired by music, she paints models that are primarily women. Wit h t he walls covered in art for sale and a small stage set up for models, Goldberg’s studio was extremely welcoming. She sat at a desk covered with supplies and worked on new artworks as visitors came in to say hello and take a look around. “Just knowing who you are and embracing that, that’s what my art is all about,” she said. 701 CCA describes the Columbia Open Studios as a “free, self-guided tour,” providing maps that include the information about and locations of all the featured artists. Because the organization is non-profit, the feat ured art ists get to keep 10 0 percent of the artwork sales. While the Studios in the Arcade a re home b a s e f or f ou r of t he feat ured artists, there were nine

other locations open for visiting throughout downtown, the Vista and Five Points, including plenty of places in Irmo, Chapin and others in Lexington and Richland County. A s feat u red pa i nter W h it ney L eJe u n e s a i d , t h e p u r p o s e o f Columbia Open Studios is to bring attention to local artists and their galleries and st udios, while also promoting the arts as a whole. “The Arcade has a lot of strong artists under one roof,” LeJeune said. “It’s a good opportunity for visitors to come into the atmosphere outside of [being in] a gallery.”

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The College of HRSM is offering summer institutes in each degree program as well as a variety of on-campus and online courses. See summer.sc.edu/summer-institutes to learn more about HRTM, iIT, RETL and SPTE Summer Institutes. All classes may be used for Major, Minor, Cognate or Elective credit! For more information, contact Kathy Smiling 803-777-3339.

Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Managment

Integrated Information Technology

Traditional Columbia Campus Courses

Session B: M-F, May 12-May 29

Session E: M-F, June 2-June 26

HRTM 280 Foundations of Tourism. CRN 51520, 10:0512:35 HRTM 364 Conference and Meeting Planning. CRN 51523, 11:40-2:10 HRTM 450 Hospitality and Tourism Marketing. CRN 53887, 1:15-3:45 HRTM 490 Hospitality Management Strategies. CRN 53596, 10:05-12:35 HRTM 537 Multi-Cultural Dimensions in the Hospitality Industry. CRN 51521, 1:15-3:45

ITEM 242 Business Communications. CRN 53224, 10:3012:45 ITEC 264 Computer Applications in Business I. CRN 53226*, 8:00-10:15 ITEC 343 Introduction to Computer Hardware and Software Support. CRN 53228*, 1:00-3:15 ITEC 362 Web-based Support Systems. CRN 53227†, 10:30-12:45 ITEC 560 & J10 (Hybrid) Analysis and Applications of Project Management Software. CRN 53229

Session D: M&W, May 12-July 31

Session H: M-F, July 7-July 30

HRTM 362 Wedding Planning and Management. CRN 51524, 10:05-11:35

ITEC 346 Computer Applications in Business II. CRN 53230*, 10:30-12:45

Session E: M-F, June 2-June 26

Online

HRTM 421 Hospitality Financial Management. CRN 51522, 8:30-9:45 HRTM 475 Wine and Spirits in Food Service Establishment. CRN 54072, 11:40-1:40

Session E: June 2-June 26

Online

ITEC 264-J10 Computer Applications in Business I. CRN 53530 ITEC 560-001 & J10 (Hybrid) Analysis and Applications of Project Management Software. CRN 53289†

Session B: May 12-May 29

Session H: July 7-July 30

HRTM 110-J10 Introduction to the Hospitality Industry. CRN 50960 HRTM 228-J10 Purchasing and Controls. CRN 54163

ITEC 242-J10 Business Communications. CRN 51007 ITEC 264-JA0 Computer Applications in Business I. CRN 53538 ITEC 345-J10 Introduction to Networking. CRN 53278* ITEC 370-J10 (with optional lab) Database Systems in Information Technology. CRN 53288† ITEC 586-J10 eCommerce Technology in Hospitality. CRN 53677† (recommended for IIT and HRTM majors) ITEC 590-J10 Topic: IT Security Managers. CRN 53522

Session C: May 12-June 19 HRTM 260-JA0 Hotel Management. CRN 54173 HRTM 280-J10 Foundations of Tourism. CRN 53996 HRTM 340-J10 Nutrition. CRN 51039

Session E: June 2-June 26 HRTM 110-JA0 Introduction to the Hospitality Industry. CRN 54015 HRTM 260-J10 Hotel Management. CRN 54172 HRTM 428-J10 Sustainable Food Service Systems. CRN 51601

* IIT Minor Required † IIT Minor Elective

Session G: June 30-August 8 HRTM 280-JA0 Foundations of Tourism. CRN 54048 HRTM 340-JA0 Nutrition. CRN 51053 HRTM 557-J10 Security Management of Hotels and Restaurants. CRN 51610

Session E: June 2-June 26 RETL 115-J10 Fashion Through the Ages: 3000 B.C. to 1800 A.D. CRN 50507 RETL 261-J10 Functional Accounting I. CRN 50522 RETL 324-J10 Topic: Fashion Designers. CRN 51235

Session H: July 7-July 30 RETL 116-J10 Fashion Through the Ages: 1800 A.D. to Present. CRN 50531 RETL 237-J10 Consumer Economics. CRN 50543 RETL 262-J10 Functional Accounting II. CRN 50552 RETL 265-J10 Principles of Retailing. CRN 50579

Sport and Entertainment Management Traditional Columbia Campus Courses

Session B: M-F, May 12-May 29 SPTE 385 Ethics in SPTE Business. CRN 51282, 10:05-12:35 SPTE 450 Sales in SPTE Business. CRN 51291, 11:40-2:10

Session E: M-F, June 2-June 26 SPTE 380 SPTE Marketing. CRN 51373, 11:40-1:40 SPTE 435 Spectator Facility Management. CRN 51377, 8:30-10:30 SPTE 501 Trends and Issues in Sport and Entertainment. CRN 51379, 11:40-1:40 SPTE 590 Special Topics: Social Media. CRN 51380, 8:3010:30

Session H: M-F, July 7-July 30 SPTE 201 Introduction to Sport Management. CRN 51381, 11:40-1:40 SPTE 440 SPTE Business and Finance. CRN 51383, 8:3010:30 SPTE 444 SPTE Event Management. CRN 51384, 11:401:40 SPTE 590 Special Topics: Big-time College Sport in American Cultural Consciousness. CRN 51386, 8:3010:30 Online

Session C: May 12-June 19 SPTE 110-J10 SPTE in American Life. CRN 52666 SPTE 410-J10 SPTE in Popular Culture. CRN 53015

Traditional Columbia Campus Courses Non Majors! Take up to FIVE high-demand HRTM or RETL courses this summer. Here’s how:

Session E: June 2-June 26

Session B: M-F, May 12-May 29

SPTE 320-J10 Sport and the Law. CRN 52996

RETL 369 Retail Promotion. CRN 50015, 10:05-12:35

Interested in Event Planning?

Session G: June 30-August 8

Session E: M-F, June 2-June 26

SPTE 110-JA0 SPTE in American Life. CRN 53250 SPTE 410-JA0 SPTE in Popular Culture. CRN 53146

• HRTM 362 Wedding Planning and Management. M&W, 10:05-11:35 (D, 5/12-7/31) • HRTM 364 Conference and Meeting Planning. M-F, 11:402:20 (B, 5/12-5/29) • HRTM 475 Wine and Spirits in Food Service Establishment. M-F, 11:40-1:40 (E, 6/2-6/26) • Plus any 2 HRTM online courses!

Passion for Fashion? • • • •

Retailing and Fashion Merchandising

Online

RETL 369 Retail Promotion. 10:05-12:35 (B, 5/12-5/29) RETL 324-J10 Topic: Fashion Designers. (E, 6/2-6/26) RETL 265-J10 Principles of Retailing. (H, 7/7-7/30) Plus 2 additional online courses!

RETL 261 Functional Accounting I. CRN 50016, 8:30-10:30 RETL 262 Functional Accounting II. CRN 50017, 11:40-1:40

Session H: M-F, June 2-June 26 RETL 262 Functional Accounting II. CRN 50018, 8:3010:30

Monday, April 7, 2014

ANNOUNCEMENTS ANNOUNCEMENTS Business Experience Fast paced downtown Columbia physician practice has openings for those individuals graduating in May and desiring to work for at least a year before attending graduate school. Only those with high GPA, superior work ethic and high energy should apply. These positions will help you gain valuable business knowledge in the medical field. Email resume with date you could begin working to: ndurand@physicianservicessc. com

Stager/Admin Support Evaluates orders & prepares appropriate med documentation req for payment. Reviews patient chart & relays info to CHIP personnel to ensure we gather all documents req to be signed by phys for successful claims processing. Flexible around class schedule, but must be consistent & dependable. Email resume& schedule to josh.elliott@lifehme.com

EMPLOYMENT

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE Fast Paced downtown Columbia physician practice has openings for full time staff to work in our office. This is the perfect opportunity for those graduating from college in May and aspire to be a Physician, PA etc. The ideal candidate will have a high GPA (3.6 or higher) and plan to work for at least one year before attending medical school. Superior work ethic and high energy is a must. Email resume with date you could begin to work to: ndurand@physicianservicessc. com.

Babysitter Needed Occasional Babysitter needed for 3 children now and through the summer during the day, and some weekend evenings. ECE majors preferred. Call 543-9922.

HOROSCOPES

Aries

Leo

Sagittarius

Think over your options, and be selective. Don’t offer to pay for everything. Indulge your curiosity, and try something new a n d d i f f e r e nt . D r o p procrastinating, and just do it. New skills lead to new friends. Stay sensitive to a loved one’s point of view.

Review your resources to meet the budget. Get into details to save money now and over the long-term. You have big plans, and can generate the funding. Be generous, especially w it h forgiveness. Let go of old resentments. Surprise your family. They love you.

T here’s more mone y coming in. An important person is having trouble understanding the project. Know what you’re talking about. Make sure you have all the facts. Practice your presentation with friends. Dress slightly more formally than you t hink necessar y. Your partner gets great news.

Er rors are par t of t he c reat ive process. Technical dif f icult ies a nd cha nge s at work show you where to tune and refine. Let others help over the next two days. Negotiations lead to mutually beneficial compromise. Together, you’re more powerf ul and convincing than as individuals.

Taurus

Gemini

Abu nda nce leads to overload. Delegate and reschedu le. But don’t make assu mpt ions .... v e r i f y i nt u it io n a n d rumors with facts. You can probably get away with disagreeing with an important person. Your pa r t ner comes to t he rescue. Generate a little controversy. It could get profitable.

Cancer

At f i rst , it look s l i ke there’s too much work to take off yet. Postpone travel for at least a day. Tackle a huge project. At t it ude a nd contex t determine how it will go. Take your partner with you. Reschedule a date for after this deadline.

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THE SCENE

Let your adversar y w i n t h is one. Pr ivate conversations help. Luck is on your side. Re-check the data. Deep breathing c o m b at s o v e r w he l m . A mechanical problem could slow things. Truth vies with beliefs. Travel i s b e t t e r t o m o r r o w. Watch out for sudden and unexpected developments. Something doesn’t ring true. Investigate to get to the bottom. Toss the ball to a teammate. New opport unit ies beckon. C le a r o u t c l u t t e r t o make space. Begin a new creative project, and savor it. Express your message. There’s love all around. Soak it in.

Virgo

Libra

Ta k e o n n e w responsibilit y over the next two days, and study for the test. It could be profitable. Your work feels inspired. Keep to your schedule. Consider new avenues, and research options. Play to win, and keep your eye on the ball.

Scorpio

Expand your horizons. Plan a vacation, maybe, or business travel. Take adva nt age of c u r rent events to increase your prof it s , a nd t ap i nto abu nda nce. Keep it organized. Research for f u n bargains, and speculate on different scenarios. You can have a blast without spending a fortune.

TODAY

Capricorn

Aquarius

Finances seem unstable, so avoid big purchases and get down to work. Clean up messes, organize the paper trail and make sure systems f low. Go for a big prize, and get more than expected. Put in the efforts, and results exceed your wildest dreams.

Pisces

Indulge in family f un and games. Work out a puzzle, take a trip or hold a tournament. Parties spring up. Take time for love. Serve popcorn and drinks for movie night, or go on a scavenger hunt. Sports and social events provide pleasant surprises.

LEFT OF THE DIAL RIGHT IN YOUR EAR

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ENEMY Event type: film 6 p.m., 8:30 p.m., $8 The Nickelodeon, 1607 Main St.

NBT NEW MUSIC NIGHT: SLONE’S AGENDA / SILVER SCREEN ORCHESTRA / INCREDIBLY TALL PEOPLE / ONEFORALL / UNSETTLED Event type: concert 6 p.m., $5 Over 21, $8 Under 21 The New Brookland Tavern, 122 State St.

TOMORROW CONSIDER THE SOURCE / PAN / EBLUE 8 p.m., $7 The New Brookland Tavern, 122 State St.

MAKING A WAY OUT OF NO WAY: THE LEGACY OF MODJESKA MONTEITH SIMKINS Event type: historic exhibit 4 p.m., free Modjeska Monteith Simkins House, 2025 Marion St.

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4 1997 ecological protocol city 5 Gustatory sensor 6 Blood typing abbr. 7 Sight site 8 Bilingual Canadian city 9 John who explored the Canadian Arctic 10 Openly hostile 11 Showy extra 12 Like tridents 13 Marquis de __ 18 Three-sixty in a canoe 19 Coyote call 23 Grain beard 24 Suffering from vertigo 25 Legendary skater Sonja 26 “Ixnay!” 27 Sgt. Snorkel’s dog 32 Covert __: spy stuff 34 Disney frame 36 Some mag spreads 37 Flat hand, in a game 38 __ Khan: “The Jungle Book” tiger 40 Elemental bit 41 Judgment Day

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57 Civil rights activist Medgar 58 “Farewell, cara mia” 62 Metaphor words 63 Skirt line 64 Asian plow puller 65 Vague pronoun 66 Hawaiian strings

Monday, April 7, 2014

Senior day strife

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Seniors Tsvetan Mihov (pictured) and Chip Cox were the two players on the South Carolina roster that played their final home match Saturday against Mississippi State.

Men’s tennis falls to Mississippi State in final home match of year Jackson Filyo

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The No. 40 South Carolina men’s tennis team split its home-stand this weekend, beating No. 50 Ole Miss by a score of 4-2 on Friday and falling to No. 16 Mississippi State 4-1 on Sunday. The Gamecocks now sit at 12-11 (4-6 SEC) with two matches remaining before the SEC Tournament. Friday’s win against Ole Miss was the Gamecocks’ fifth win in their last six matches, momentum they looked to continue to build on as the postseason grew closer. Mississippi State, the highest-ranked team South Carolina had faced in nearly a month, had other plans. “That was a good team,” head coach

Josh Goffi said. “They desperately ne e de d t h at w i n g oi n g i nt o t he tournament. They know we’re a good team and that we’re a little under-ranked right now, and they knew that was a dangerous match. They were on edge. We just didn’t take advantage of that today.” South Carolina struggled in doubles play against Mississippi State, digging itself into an early 0-1 hole it was not able to overcome. “For whatever reason, we weren’t firing on any cylinders in doubles, again,” Goffi said. “When you give a highly-ranked, good team as Mississippi [State] a little bit of confidence they definitely stretch the lead. At that point it was tough to get back.” The issue, according to Goffi, is chemistry. “[Doubles] is a team sport and we’re

struggling within some teams to get the chemistry right,” Goffi said. “There is some lack of belief going on with our new No. 1 team which is weird because they were 9-0 going into this weekend. They’re good enough to play one but apparently the belief isn’t there.” Slow starts were once again an issue for the Gamecocks in Sunday’s match against Mississippi State. South Carolina lost four of the fi rst six opening sets in singles play. Despite nearly coming back in a number of the matches, the early holes proved too deep to climb out of. “We came within a couple points of turning that match around, and as we always do, we fought till the end,” Goffi said. “But we started fighting a little too late.” The Gamecocks will have to recover quickly. With just two matches to go

before the SEC Tournament, another loss would be costly. “We need more energy, we need more belief and we desperately need another SEC win to lock in postseason and move this program forward where we know it belongs,” Goffi said. The Gamecocks look to get back on the right track this weekend when they travel to No. 14 Kentucky and No. 26 Vanderbilt. The pressure is mounting as the season progresses, and Goffi recognizes what needs to be done in order for the Gamecocks to reach their goals. “The guys have a heavy load on their back and there’s a lot of weight on their shoulders but that’s what it’s going to take in order to be great,” Goffi said. “Moving forward we have got to go hunt for a win and be a little more enthusiastic about it.” DG

Spring season winds down Baseball still

yet to win series away from home South Carolina loses 2-out-of-3 at Arkansas over weekend Danny Garrison

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Senior quarterback Dylan Thompson threw for 118 yards and completed five of his 10 passes in Saturday’s scrimmage.

Football team holds final scrimmage before Garnet & Black spring game Danny Garrison

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Saturday’s temperatures in the high 80s served as proof that spring is in full swing. But the boys of fall hit the field at Williams-Brice Stadium over the weekend for their last tune-up scrimmage before the annual Garnet and Black Spring Game. “I thought we had some pretty good work,” head coach Steve Spurrier said. “The defense seemed like they had the best of the offense early, and then the offense got together and scored some touchdowns.” The scrimmage included 69 total plays and saw the offense score five touchdowns without turning over the ball once. Two of the Gamecocks’ scores came on the ground by way of redshirt junior Shon Carson, who found the end zone twice in his three carries for eight yards. South Carolina’s other three touchdowns came through the air and were all thrown by a different Gamecock. Redshirt freshman quarterback Connor Mitch and redshirt sophomore quarterback Brendan Nosovitch connected with redshirt sophomore Jody Fuller and redshirt junior Carlton Heard, respectively for scores. Redshirt sophomore Perry Orth has been the favorite to win the title of backup quarterback, but Spurrier insists Orth and Mitch are still in a battle for the secondstring job. While Mitch was a relatively highly-touted recruit coming out of high school, Orth joined the team

as a walk-on in January of 2013. Along with Orth, Spurrier said one theme for this spring season has been contributions from non-scholarship players. “We’ve got about three or four walk-on kids that are really good players,” Spurrier said. “They could be playing at some of these smaller schools, but they realize the importance of a degree from South Carolina.” Next year’s solidified starter at QB, Dylan Thompson, saw extended action during Saturday’s scrimmage. The senior completed five of his 10 passes for a team-high 118 yards. “He’s coming around. Dylan hasn’t played as much as sometimes we think he has, so he got a little extra,” Spurrier said. “I think he had about three or four possessions, and had a lot of good things.” Thompson was declared the starter at the very beginning of spring practice after serving as Connor Shaw’s backup for the last two seasons. While most of the scrimmage carried a positive tone throughout, there was one discouraging note in the form of an injury to senior tight end Rory Anderson. A preseason All-SEC selection from a year-ago, Anderson will most likely be out until August with a torn triceps. The Gamecocks have just one week of spring practices left, culminating in the annual Garnet and Black Spring Game this Saturday, and as the spring season winds down, Spurrier is pleased with the work his team has put in thus far. “We’re just practicing. We’re just trying to teach the guys the plays and play full speed, take care of each other,” Spurrier said. “Hopefully these guys can carry over through the summer and get ready for Texas A&M August 28th. That’s the next one.” DG

The South Carolina baseball team’s road woes continued this weekend, dropping just its second series of the season in a trip to Arkansas. The Gamecocks’ other series loss this year came in their only other road series when they fell at Kentucky in two-out-of-three contests. South Carolina (26-5, 7-5 SEC) was scheduled to play a Thursday, Friday, Saturday series with the Razorbacks over the weekend, but bad weather forced the two teams to play a doubleheader Friday. The Gamecocks started the day strong with a 2-1 series-opening victory over Arkansas behind a quality outing from junior starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery. The lefty tossed seven-plus innings, allowing four hits and a run and striking out nine batters in the process. Friday’s win is Montgomery’s fourth win of the year. In the second game of Friday’s doubleheader, South Carolina’s struggle to produce runs cont inued, falling 4 -1 to t he Razorbacks. A rk ansas’ scoring came on t hree crit ical Gamecock errors that lead to three unearned runs for the Razorbacks. Saturday’s rubber match was all Arkansas from the start. In freshman starter Wil Crowe’s first loss of the year, the Razorbacks tagged him up for five runs, four of which were earned. Arkansas would go on to blank the Gamecocks for a 7-0 series-clinching win. South Carolina’s loss in the series had no ramifications on the SEC East race, as the Gamecocks remain tied for the division lead with Florida after the Gators dropped two-out-of-three in Kentucky over the weekend. South Carolina will return to action Tuesday with a trip to Greenville to take on Furman. DG