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January 27, 2011 Volume 92, Number 1 Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam

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Brown Reaches Milestone for Basketball

By MattBOSARGE Sports Editor

Remember someone is always watching in New Hall.

It didn’t take long Saturday afternoon for senior center Nick Brown to get his 1,001st career point as a Badger, knocking down a layup right before intermission. The milestone

gives relief, although not much, to a tough, 56-41 loss against Faulkner University (6-13, 1-2 SSAC West).

“Nick’s a great kid,” said Head Coach Robert Thompson when asked about his center’s character.

“He came to Spring Hill weighing 300 pounds, and has lost 60 pounds

since he’s been here. He’s very playful like most guys are, and is just a great teammate.”

Brown finished the game with 8 points, and is now the 33rd player in Spring Hill College history to reach see LOSS 15

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SAFETYreport On January 18, 2011, a Public Safety officer documented that someone had destroyed the stop sign which had been located on the SW corner of the intersection near Plant Operations. The stop sign has been replaced.

On January 22, 2011, a student reported that someone had stolen his Playstation 3 and some cash from within his unlocked room at Skip’s Place.

On January 22, 2011, a Public Safety officer documented that someone had stolen the stop sign from the SW corner of the intersection

near Walsh Hall. A work order was placed with Plant Operations to replace the missing sign.

On January 23, 2011, a student in O’Leary Hall reported that someone had discharged a fire extinguisher in the stairwell of the building. Public Safety replaced the extinguisher.

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Spring Hill student, Stacey Gallodoro, stands in awe as she poses in front of the Swiss Alps during her study abroad in Bologna, Italy for the 2011 spring semester.

Arrivederci America:Spring Hill students experience life in Italy

By KatelynGARDNER News Editor

Spring Hill students started classes in Italy on Wednesday, January 19. The students were immediately immersed into the fast-paced life of Europe as they raced through train stations and cafés.

Junior Stacey Gallodoro chose Italy as her destination of choice for the spring semester. A trip to Italy was exactly what Gallodoro had always envisioned for herself. Gallodoro stated, “I had

never really been out of the country besides some short trips to Central America and Canada. Living here for three months will give me a chance to take in much more of the culture.”

While inhabiting a different country, students have gained a new perspective on the Italian culture. The Assistant Director of the Italy Center, Kyle Trusgnich, said that students are able to develop a deeper experience outside of the classroom.

For instance, students who

study abroad have the ability to learn about a museum first-hand since it is located right outside their dorms.

The beauty of Italy gave students a moment of awe and amazement. After visiting one of Europe’s greatest mountain ranges, Gallodoro commented on her initial moments of astonishment. Gallodoro stated, “We went to the Alps for orientation, and coming from the South, I had never seen such huge mountains or so much snow in my entire life.” Reflecting back

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Hopefully, I can come back to America more aware of the world.

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Students respond strongly to the common hour

By KatelynGARDNER News Editor

After experiencing the long-awaited change in the Tuesday and Thursday class schedule, students are voicing their opinions as they adapt to their new schedules.

Disagreeing with the adjustment in their class schedules, some students are discouraged. Since classes now start 30 minutes earlier on Tuesday and Thursday mornings, students find it difficult to be successful at such an early hour. Sophomore Kat Kuklish stated, “We need breakfast to function.

How are we supposed to eat and make it to class for 7:45?” Consequently, some students are plagued by the early wake-up call and are

forced to compromise their morning routines.

The 7:45 a.m. classes are affecting commuters as well.

Many students are fatigued as well as frustrated with the early scheduling. Senior Amanda Hymel commented on The SpringHillian’s Facebook poll, revealing her opinion about the scheduling. Hymel stated, “7:45 is way too early, especially for people who commute;” an opinion that some students are tempted to agree with after experiencing almost three weeks of morning traffic.

The lunch rush on Tuesdays and Thursdays has caused students to avoid the cafeteria during the common hour. Senior Dayna Shonk answered the online poll, stating, “No one wants to go to the caf during common

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The cafeteria receives an influx of students as the common hour takes effect on Tuesday afternoon.

hour because it’s so overwhelming and takes forever to get food.”

However, some students have accepted the change and are starting to move forward. Although the early schedule compromises sleep, students are gaining a positive outlook on the op-

portunities that a longer afternoon break has provided.

Sophomore Edwin Burgess stated, “It’s a good thing,” in reference to the opportunities arising from the common hour. Burgess said that students have more time to devote to their clubs by holding meeting times during the

common hour.

Clubs such as the Student Government Association and the Campus Programming Board view this change as an opportunity to get students more involved in campus affairs.

Vice President of Student Affairs and Dean of Students, see COMMON HOUR 5

Experiencing the culture of Italy Continued from page 3

photo courtesy of Stacey Gallodoro

Students write letters to Juliet during their visit to Verona, Italy.

on her experience, Gallodoro said, “It’s one of the few opportunities in life that you can just marvel at another world.”

As for concerns about a language barrier, Gallodoro has experienced only a few problems. Gallodoro stated, “The language barrier has only been a problem a couple of times since most people here speak English.”

In addition, Gallodoro was quite surprised at how easily she was identified as an American. “Many people just begin speaking in English to us, or when we try to say something in Italian, they respond in English,” Gallodoro stated.

Gallodoro anticipates that this trip will make her more alert to issues outside of America. Since students in Italy are al-

ready experiencing the effects of a new government, Gallodoro stated, “Hopefully I can come back to America more aware of the world.”

Gallodoro believes that this experience is one that “students should strongly consider.”

Trusgnich agrees with Gallodoro, stating, “I have never met someone who didn’t benefit from studying abroad.” Being surrounded by culture, language, and history, students are able to receive a knowledge base that exceeds any textbook or classroom setting.

For students who are interested in the program, Trusgnich is offering opportunities to visit Italy in either the summer or fall of 2011. To contact Trusgnich, students can email him at ktrusgnich@shc.edu.

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Spring Hill students participate in rally for life

By KatelynGARDNER News Editor

Spring Hill students attended the 38th annual March for Life held in Washington, D.C. on Monday, January 24.

The march consisted of a pro-life rally where activists supported those who are unable to support themselves: the unborn.

Students for Life is a club on campus that commits to the pledge of respecting all life from conception until natural death. The club raised money so that 16 Spring Hill students could participate in the march.

The march was held two days after the anniversary of Roe v. Wade, the Supreme Court case that legalized abortion in the United States

on the basis of a woman’s right to privacy. During the march, both pro-life and prochoice defenders stand outside of the Supreme Court building with signs and chants that can be seen and heard throughout the city.

This year, Students for Life made a banner of handprints.

Before leaving for Washington, D.C., club members gave students the opportunity to place their handprints on the banner as well as their names. The handprints represented the students’ support for the march and their stance against abortion.

According to marchforlife. org, the march began in January of 1974 in an attempt to overturn the decision made

by Congress. The controversial decision still raises issues

for both sides of the case.

Those who defend abortion are in support of respecting the individual rights of women, while opponents present abortion as the murder of an innocent life. Still, the issues are not always as black and white as they seem.

Prior to the march, Students for Life attended a prolife conference. Reported by cnsnews.com, a weekend of planned events was scheduled for the pro-life marchers. In addition, smaller rallies and conferences took place prior to the march on Monday. The March for Life began at the National Mall and ended in front of the Supreme Court building.

Sophomore Emily Sholly reflected back on her experience, stating, “I think I defi-

Greek Community Expands as Recruitment Wraps Up

By MaryRIES

Lifestyle Editor

Men’s and Women’s Greek Recruitment came to an end Saturday as over 150 men and women pledged to Fraternity and Sorority life.

Overall reactions to this year’s Greek Recruitment are positive due to the overwhelming amount of men and women who participated. A Spring Hill record-setting amount of women participated, with 112 women, and 49 men joining the Greek community.

According to outgoing Phi Mu President, senior Taylor Quirk, this year’s women’s recruitment went above and beyond expectations, “I thought this year’s recruitment was obviously a great success. We have never had pledge classes this big before, and it is amazing to see how our Greek chapters have done such an amazing job conveying what Greek Life is really about while Panhellenic did a phenomenal job recruiting women to sign up for formal recruitment,” said Quirk.

As for changes for next year’s men’s and

women’s recruitment, Sara Loge, Coordinator of Greek Life and Campus Programs, stated that surveys are being conducted to help provide all of Greek Life with ideas on how to improve recruitment for next year. A major change that has been discussed is in regards to moving recruitment from the spring to the fall. Loge states that, “This has been a discussion in the community, but it’s not something that anyone has moved forward with at this point.”

Men’s recruitment also proved to be successful. According to Tau Kappa Epsilon President, senior Colten Biro, the number of men who went through recruitment this year was commendable. “I think it is great that we have such a high number of men who volunteer their time and energy and go through the process, even if only to find what it is all about.”

Overall, recruitment was a success, “Things went smoothly and we were able to welcome a great group of new members into the Fraternity/Sorority community,” said Loge.

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Students participated in the March for Life rally this past Monday.

nitely came away strengthened in my beliefs.” After marching and spending the weekend surrounded by pro-

life campaigns, Sholly feels ready to defend her beliefs by taking action against abortion.

Common hour conflict Continued from page 4

Joe Deighton, commented on SGA’s utilization of the common hour. “SGA is holding their Cabinet meetings during the Tuesday common hour,” Deighton stated. As for the standing committees, Deighton stated “At least one of the committees is heading toward meeting during Thursday’s common hour.”

CPB President, Lauren McCarthy, said that club adjustments may need time to react to the change in scheduling.

McCarthy stated, “I think the concept of the common hour is great and I do think that it provides an easy opportunity for students to get involved, but it will definitely take a little more getting used to.”

Since the common hour only happens twice a week, students may have to wait for clubs to adapt their meet-

ing times. McCarthy stated, “Ultimately, when the new leadership takes over CPB and SGA later this spring, they will be able to decide whether or not they feel it will be beneficial and more productive to move meetings to the common hour if it has not already happened.”

Another problem that students face is a conflict in scheduling. McCarthy commented on the difficulty of holding meetings that everyone will be able to attend.

“Perhaps a common hour incorporated into the Monday, Wednesday, Friday schedule, or even every day, would provide more opportunities for students, especially commuters that are primarily on campus during the day,” McCarthy stated.

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100 Day Countdown Pulling Together for the Class of 2011

By JonathanSEALY Co-Editor

Today, January 27, 2011 marks the onehundredth day until Spring Commencement.

Time is ticking. Who knew the past four years would fly by so fast? We, as the Class of 2011, have seen many things on campus in the past four years. From the staunch Inauguration of the new college president, to someone getting arrested for growing marijuana in O’Leary, and even to eating on top of a thing we lovingly called the” pool-ateria.” Let’s just say, we have definitely seen the gamut. At the same time, we need to treasure our past ex-

periences and not let them control our future.

In the next 100 days, I challenge every senior to enjoy it while it lasts. Once we walk The Avenue of the Oaks, the long lines in the cafeteria and the parties in the Fairways on seemingly every night of the week will be a distant thing of the past. Step out of your normal routine. Live it up!

After commencement, we will never be the same. We will part, and consequently, go our separate ways. Some will graduate school, some will get a job, and some might even come back for that 5th year. Yet, no matter which way we go, we should all remember where we came from…the Hill.

Dear SpringHillian Editor(s): I’m writing to express my heartfelt thanks to all members of the Spring Hill community for the countless expressions of love and support shown to me since the sudden passing of my wife, Marilyn. Through their actions, the College administration, Campus Ministry and my colleagues on the faculty and staff have reminded me that Spring Hill exists not just as an institution of higher learning, but as an institution of learning built upon a firmament of spirituality, care and compassion.

I have been especially touched by the support and encouragement offered to me in so many different forms by students, even as they returned to campus from far and wide, amidst the hustle and bustle of a new semester. In fact, the kindness of my students has taught me a real lesson about the strength one can draw from a supportive smile, simple handshake, a hug, hand-made card or note. Thanks for keeping me in your hearts and prayers.

With Sincerest Gratitude, Dr. Tom Hoffman, Dept. of Political Science and Law

Extreme Makeover:SpringHillian Edition

By AliciaREEVES Co-Editor

Copies of past SpringHillians taken by Keli Mazza

We are constantly bombarded with text. You have to read and finish an entire book for English, as well as a 40-page assignment in Theology, a 30-page section in History, and a chapter in Biology with a quiz the next day. The last thing you want to do, or have time for, is picking up The SpringHillian and reading a 16-page paper. Most students just pick up a copy and scan through the issue to look at pictures.

Newspapers are intimidating.

Pardon my rant if you have a subscription to the Wall Street Journal, because I admire you. Personally, I am one to look through a paper, read the comics and check out the sale ads. Then there is my favorite part when there are some good coupons to cut out. So in order to reach a bigger audience of Spring Hill students and cut back on the massive amounts of text being thrown at you, The

SpringHillian is taking a new approach.

The biggest change is the fact that two graphic designers are in charge. We’ll see after this semester if this was a good idea or a bad idea.

We are definitely visual people so for those who don’t like to read as much, here’s a salute to you. The paper has a new look and we’re making it more “user friendly”. Not to disregard past Hillians, I have no doubt that the content was superb. But I, like most students, never read much of the paper. My favorite part was the Sudoku puzzle that I could put under my notebook and pretend I was taking notes in class. So we are providing the best of both worlds and styles. We will continue to provide excellent reporting and columns from our staff writers for those who get a kick out of reading.

You’ll be kept up to date with hard-hitting stories about the Italy Center, sports, and the new 7:45 a.m. class schedule. So take some time out

of your busy day, between classes (or during) or while your waiting for Modern Family to come on, to catch up with the latest news.

On the other hand, The SpringHillian will be geared more to the average college student. You’ll be able to enjoy some student drawn cartoons, read the stuff with fewer words like the new and improved Student Reaction, the Tip of the Week, the Top 5, and Legendary Tales told

by L-Train from the residence staff and the new battle of Fresh Meat vs. Veteran. You can voice your opinion on our student poll by joining The SpringHillian Facebook group and voting each week.

Each week, those who vote will be entered in a drawing for a gift card. We’re always looking for contributors if you have a great column story or photo that would look good in print. And with that I’m going to shut up because you’re probably getting bored, that is if you’re still reading. Enjoy the new SpringHillian.

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Of course, YOU have an opinion Voice it. Write in to the SpringHillian and let us know what you think. Email us at hillian@stumail.shc.edu or join our new Facebook group the SpringHillian. We might just print your stuff if we like it enough.

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Badgers’ Spirit

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All photos by Keli Mazza

Above: Badger fans cheer on the SHC Rugby team on Saturday as they faced the University of Alabama.

Right: A group of Badger gentlemen cheer on the SHC Rugby team.

Bottom left: The SHC Rugby drew in quite the crowd on Saturday. Many came out to enjoy the nice weather and fun festivities of the Rugby game experience.

Bottom right: From the field to the court, Badger Women’s Soccer players cheer on the Badger and Lady Badger Basketball teams.

See page 14 and 15 for the latest news on the Men’s and Women’s Basketball seasons.

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Life on the Hill Top left: Students hang out at the Cloister Social on Tuesday.

Top right: Students dined on free food and were provided with live entertainment by Preston Pugmire. For more information on Pugmire, visit his website www.prestonpugmire.com

Center: Badger Men’s Basketball apply the pressure to the Auburn-Montogomery offense. Freshman Blake Taylor, sophomore Alex Looney and senior Nick Brown work together to stop the offense from scoring.

Bottom left: The SHC Rugby team performs a line out. A line out is a throw in where both teams line up facing the sideline. The hooker than throws the ball in between the two lines. The men in the line lift one of the players high into the air to catch the ball and continue play.

Bottom right: SHC scrambles to obtain a try during the game on Saturday.

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By JonathanSEALY Co-Editor

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NBC Thursday lineup tries something NEW

By JonathanSEALY Co-Editor

This week’s Top 5 Picks are the five worst shows to watch this spring TV season. If you don’t believe me, then see for yourself.

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Comedy Central, Tuesdays 10:30/9:30c

Perfect Couples

NBC, Thursdays 8:30/7:30c

American Idol

FOX, Wednesdays & Thursdays 8:00/7:00c

Big Bang Theory

CBS, Thursdays 8:00/7:00c

Bob’s Burgers

FOX, Sundays 8:30/7:30c

The struggling fourth place network should not count on herds of viewers with this midseason line up. What they are titling “Comedy Night Done Right All Night” features Community, Perfect Couples, The Office, Parks & Recreation, 30 Rock, and ends with Outsourced.

The addition of two extra situational comedies replaces the old format that they have relied on since 1984. With the arrival of Cheers and The Cosby Show along with two other comedies. The layout of four comedies with a drama on Thursday night was a hit throughout the 80s and 90s and halfway into the 2000s.

While NBC has struggled in recent years to gain dominance it seemed that the new “Comedy Night Done Right All Night” would be a great success. The situational sitcom genre is one that NBC is best known for. It is not clear if what was on January 20th will bring NBC out of this rut, but from what was shown, they should not count on it.

Thursday night is all about getting gaining viewers and keeping their attention. The problem is with “Community” being the lead in for the whole night it starts weak. The

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premiere of the new comedy “Perfect Couples” is just a pathetic, unfunny train wreck of three couples,: one that fights all the time, the other that is seemingly normal and the relationship expert couple who think they are perfect.

The second hour of “Comedy Night Done Right All Night” does a little better than the first. The Office keeps the classic Michael Scott insanity on a constant flow. The interaction with Dwight, Andy, and Darryl provides a nice refreshed speed to the show.

Nonetheless, it keeps the interest and allows for a great lead in for the return of Parks and Recreations that has been on hiatus from the past fall. Parks and Recreation did a good job of recapping what happened and bringing the viewer up to speed.

30 Rock gets the short end of the stick by bringing up the rear with quirky freshman comedy Outsourced. Neither comedies are terribly bad, but the time slot is going to kill both comedies. There is no need to worry about the comedies in the first hour just skip a head to 8 p.m. and watch it from there. If there was a perfect world, the line up would be Outsourced, Parks and Recreation, the Office, 30 Rock and bring back some sort of drama, if not a dramedy. Time will only tell if this idea of three hours of comedies will pan out for the struggling NBC network.

How many times do you go out, either on campus or downtown, a week?

What is your favorite food of choice in the caf?

1. I go out about two to three times a week.

2. The food? I go more for the people watching.

3. Smoking a cigarette with Juanita from the Caf. I don’t even smoke, but i feel like it would be a monumental step in our friendship.

Spring Hill Bucket List: What is one thing you want to do before you graduate.

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1. Three times but more if it’s a good week.

2. I guess gyro sandwiches.

Those were good once.

3. I had a list. It’s already done.

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Restarting New Year’s Resolutions with a New Mindset

By MaryRIES Lifestyle Editor

Whether it is trying to lose weight or attempting to quit smoking, creating resolutions for the New Year are inevitable. It seems that resolutions are made, yet they only last for a few weeks.

As February approaches, many are finding themselves struggling to keep their resolutions. In the end, they simply give up on them. The key to keeping these resolutions: self-control.

As easy as maintaining self-control sounds, it is not all that easy. According to webmd.com, a simple way to help control your willpower is

by focusing your energy into another aspect. For example, if you are trying to quit smoking, whenever you crave a cigarette, grip a squeeze ball or chew a piece of gum.

In focusing your energy into another item, it helps to strengthen your self-control and will power.

Another key tip to maintaining self-control is by taking baby steps. Instead of trying to tackle a large goal at one time, create small goals for yourself. This will help boost your confidence and result in obtaining the main goal. Andrea Benoir Ph.D., of webmd. com, states that if you conquer many smaller goals, the easier it will be for you to stay

motivated toward your main goal.

A tangible way to help maintain your self-control

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Jameela Ahmaad works those abs out in the New Year.

“It’s like a crime scene in my pants!”

“No Strings Attached” creates another hit for Natalie Portman

By KeliMAZZA movie Critic

“No Strings Attached” is full of awkward lines and odd situations, all surrounding a well-casted pair, Natalie Portman and Ashton Kutcher.

Kutcher plays a sad, puppy dog character named Adam, who just can’t seem to win when it comes to love. Portman plays Emma, a girl who finds it easier to avoid serious relationships. The film tries to answer the age old question of “can a girl and a guy have just a physical relationship and not get emotionally attached”. The film searches for the answer through quirky jokes and uncomfortable situations that Kutcher’s character finds himself in.

If you are a fan of Portman and enjoyed her as Sam in the 2004 movie, “Garden State,” you’re sure to love her quirky Emma character in this film. As for Kutcher, this is one of his better roles.

The film as a whole is worth see-

is by drinking orange juice.

According to webmd.com, drinking a glass of orange juice once-a-day will help to replenish blood glucose levels. The brain thrives on glucose to produce more energy for the body. After drinking a glass of orange juice, the body receives the glucose it needs. In return, this will help raise the desire for greater self-control.

Another way to stay on track with your resolution is by writing down the goal down. If you write down your resolution and post it in a place where you will see it everyday, you will be more likely to accomplish your goal. In a study conducted by webmd.

com, people who write down their goals and daily remind themselves of their goals were more likely to succeed than those who did not.

Through the guidance of these tips, 2011 will become the year where you kept your resolution. Self-control and willpower are vital qualities necessary for success. Through minor lifestyle changes, achieving your resolution will become a reality.

For more information: http://www.webmd.com/ balance/features/10-waysto-make-your-new-yearsresolutions-stick?page=4

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“The Green Hornet” has No Sting

By KeliMAZZA Movie Critic

On January 31, 1936 the radio version of the Green Hornet debuted on WXYZ in Detroit, Michigan. Years later (September 9, 1966) ABC debuted the television version starring Van Williams as the Green Hornet and an up-and- coming martial artist, Bruce Lee, as his side kick, Kato. Those of you who are fans of this series will unfortunately be disappointed with the current film version of this classic superhero character.

Michel Gondry, the man who in 2004 brought you “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” directs the new Green Hornet film written by Seth Rogan and Evan Goldberg. The script itself is a cheesy attempt at being funny but unlike Rogan’s “Superbad” and “Pineapple Express” the comedy misses the mark. Rogan seems to try too hard to deliver the comedy for the first half of the movie. In the second half of the film the comedy begins to flow better but the cheesy lines still remain. For a superhero film it just doesn’t seem to fit as well with the other films that have been released in that genre. This film comes

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off more as a spoof than as part of the superhero films that Marvel and DC Comics have released.

Britt Reid played by Rogan is portrayed more like a clueless, drunken, rich buffoon who has no desire to do anything with his life other than party. The Hornet character is not exactly what one would expect for a superhero in comparison to the comic book interpretation, radio version, or TV series. One will find Rogan difficult to believe as a superhero. He is more like a fish out of water. Better casting of the Hornet character would have made the film more believable. Let Rogan do what he seems to do

best, write and produce. The Kato character, played by Jay Chou, does an amazing job of keeping this film going with his martial art skills and dialogue with lines like “I’ll go with you but I don’t want to touch you.” Kato’s inventions are visually interesting to look at, and the little one-liners along with his fight scenes help carry the film through the slow parts. The film uses some nice effects but many have been overused in other films since the release of the Matrix series.

The film manages to redeem itself a bit in the last 20 to 30 minutes with a well choreographed and outrageous fight scene mixed with Rogan’s goofiness. It is the one place where Rogan’s script seems to come together thus making this film only mediocre. For the diehard Rogan fans out there you will enjoy the film because it takes Rogan’s usual character and puts him in a superhero costume. But if you’re a comic book junkie or a fan of the superhero movies that have been coming out every year skip this film. Save your “green” and rent it when it gets released on DVD.

CAREER CORNER

The Career Corner is dedicated to providing students with helpful career advice from the Resume Doctor, Elizabeth Dexter-Wilson, M.S. To contact Elizabeth Dexter-Wilson, email her at edexterwilson@shc.edu or contact her at facebook.com/resumedoctor

By LisaTRAIN Area Coordinator

photo by Jonathan Sealy

This occurred my first year as an Area Coordinator. The first week of classes was very hectic, mostly because of Hurricane Katrina hitting that first weekend. Once we re-opened, we all started to settle into a routine. All except for one freshman student. His time at Spring Hill was shortabout a month. He was from up north and traveled a long way to come to SHC, he did not seem very interested in going to classes, mostly because he was too hung over to attend them. He spent most of his nights partying and most of his days playing

video games.

One morning, I received a confusing phone call from one of the Toolen RAs. The RA stated that he was woken up by one of his residents who had alerted him that the freshman boy was outside, passed out on the ramp on the backside of Toolen Hall. The RA then went outside and helped the boy up to his room.

The shocking thing was that all the freshman who had 8 a.m. classes walked right past him on their way to classes, most of which had stepped over him as he was blocking their path.

Apparently, this was common for the Toolen men to see him passed out somewhere.

Needless to say, his SHC career came to an end. I watched him get picked up by his father. As I waited so I could get his keys, he was hit with an endless barrage of angry comments from his father.

All I could think of was how that was going to be a long, long car ride home.

Upcoming Professional Development Events Chamber Business After Hours, Club Insanity

Thursday, January 27, 5:30-7:00pm, Admission, appetizers and drinks $5 Mixing and Mingling with Business Professionals, Priceless Dress is Business Casual

On Campus Interviews

Monday, January 31, Benefits Associate, Social Security Administration Tuesday, February 22, Management Trainee, Enterprise Rent-a-Car To request interviews, e-mail your resume to edexterwilson@shc.edu

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Reigning CHAMP ready for repeat

By MattBosarge Sports Editor

Not everybody is given an athletic scholarship to attend Spring Hill College. Nor does each student have the time to walk on as a member of a sports team during their time as a Badger. This problem leaves many students hungry for a chance to compete. However, the opportunity to participate in intramural sports gives students the chance to show off their physical abilities.

Spring Hill offers many different intramural sports such as sand volleyball, softball, flag football, soccer and ultimate frisbee. However, it’s hard to find an intramural sport more entertaining or intense than basketball.

As a member of an intramural basketball team last season and this upcoming season, I can guarantee that most of the games will be close, exciting, and full of “friendly” trash talk.

The combination of playing against people that you know, and the common misconception of basketball being a noncontact sport, leads to emotional games, accompanied by crazy finishes.

Last season, Hitting the Three Spot, a team full of mostly juniors, took the championship game in thrilling fashion with a win in overtime. As if more drama was needed, the team they beat that night were reigning champs, The Bomb Squad.

I caught up with a member of last year’s championship team, Jide Anyigbo, and asked him a few questions concerning intramural basketball and what he is expecting this season.

What is your favorite moment from last season and do you plan on playing again this year?

JIDE: The best moment was the championship game. I had a rivalry going with JP (Jeremy Price) from The Bomb Squad.

Are you on the same team as last year or did you guys shake it up?

JIDE: We have a new team. We like to change

it up, but keep three constant players: Myself, Anthony Harris, and Devon Mims. New on our team, we have Matt Bosarge and Enrique Iglesias (Joshua Schultz).

Do you expect to win the championship again?

JIDE: What kind of question is that? Of course I expect to win. Who wakes up expecting to lose?

What opposing team presents the biggest challenge this year?

JIDE: That’s a tough question. I’d have to say the Assistant Coaches’ team.

photo by Keli Mazza

Jide Anyigbo excited for the upcoming intramural basketball season.

Who do you think the best player will be this year?

JIDE: I’m going to say my teammate Enrique. He will put up Kobe-like numbers this season, all while singing with a perfect pitch.

Does basketball run in your family?

JIDE: Yes it does. I have a brother that plays college basketball at Western Kentucky, and I also have a 12 year old brother that is one of the best point guards for his age in Houston, Texas.

Can they beat you in one-on-one?

Jide: The older one, yes. The young one only beat me once, but that is because I let him.

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Lady Badgers Fall 68-60 to Faulkner

By Matt Bosarge Sports Editor

Despite battling back from deficits all afternoon, the Spring Hill College women’s basketball team could not pull off the victory Saturday, losing 68-60 to Faulkner University.

The Badgers could not contain Faulkner’s 6-foot-3-inch Brittany Carter, who poured in 26 points while snagging 18 rebounds, 10 of which came in the first half.

Late in the second half, a baseline jumper from junior forward, Erica Wright, tied the game at 56, but that was the last time the Lady Badgers would be tied as Faulkner went on a 4-0 run.

Following that, Carter knocked in two buckets to give the Eagles a 6 point cushion with under a minute to go, sealing the Badger’s fate in their second conference loss.

Senior center Kimarie Bock led the Badgers in scoring with 14, while Bria Bohanon and Lynleigh Hughes chipped in 13 and 12 respectively.

The Lady Badgers, usually a solid rebounding team, got out-rebounded 42-27 by Faulkner. The rebounding struggles, along with the inability to defend and score against the intimidating Carter, resulted in a tough afternoon for Spring Hill.

The Badger Mascot travels with the team to cheer on the Lady Badgers.

Favre finally finished?

By JoeROWE Sports Reporter

On March 4, 2008, after 18 immensely successful seasons in the National Football League, Mississippi native Brett Favre announced his retirement. The record holder for consecutive games, cited that “he had nothing left to give” and retired as one of the most popular and adored players in NFL history.

Until, on August 7th of that same year, he came out of retirement. Green Bay, the team with which he had spent all but one of his NFL seasons with, traded him to the New York Jets. Favre experienced what could best be described as a mediocre year, as the Jets failed to make the playoffs after losing the last game of the

regular season. At the end of the 2008 season, Brett Favre retired…again.

Then on August 18, 2009, Brett Favre decided to once again come out of retirement: this time to play for the Minnesota Vikings.

This decision drew the wrath of Green Bay Packer fans, who had once venerated him, because the Vikings were in the same division as the Packers and played them twice a year.

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Despite all of this, Favre had arguably the best season of his NFL career. He led the Vikings to a 13-3 record and the NFC Championship Game, where they lost to the eventual Super Bowl champions, the New Orleans Saints.

However, Favre became the scapegoat for this defeat, for he threw an interception on the Vikings’ final drive which would have won the game.

After the season, Favre once again “retired”. During

Once a legend in Green Bay, he has now become a mockery and a joke.

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photo by Andy King

photo by Amanda Hymel

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the 1,000 point club.

After Brown’s big first half bucket, the Badgers went into halftime with a 27-25 advantage. Faulkner came back out in the second half and cranked up the defense.

“Honestly, they just outplayed us,” said Coach Thompson. “They were very physical and pretty much just wore us down.”

The Badgers were held to 14 points in the second half.

Identical to that total, Tyler Schwab of Panama City, Fla., led the Badgers with 14 points, all coming in the first half. De Hereford led Faulkner in scoring with 11 points.

Most of Spring Hill’s trou-

bles came from behind the arc (shooting just 3-19 from downtown) and from not taking care of the basketball (16 turnovers).

Spring Hill (6-9, 1-2 SSAC West) hopes to bounce back Thursday, Jan. 27, as they travel to face the University of Mobile Rams (9-7, 2-1 SSAC West).

“I think the Faulkner game is really going to prepare us for Mobile,” said Coach Thompson. “They are very alike in the sense that they like to run and get up and down the court.”

The conference game tip-off will be at 7:30 p.m. at Mobile’s H. Austill Pharr Gymnasium.

the 2010 offseason rumors began to fly that Favre would once again come out of retirement to play for the Vikings. These rumors proved to be true and Favre arrived in Minnesota two days after the Vikings’ first preseason game.

The 2010 season was a disappointment for Favre and the Vikings. Expected to play in the Super Bowl, the Vikings finished 6-10 and didn’t make the playoffs. To make matters worse, Favre was knocked out of a game and missed two others, snapping his consecutive games started streak at 297. Brett also experienced issues off the field during 2010. Starting in October, the NFL began investigating Favre for his relationship with a former Jets employee, Jenn Sterger.

Allegedly Favre sent sexually explicit photos and text messages to Sterger when

he was playing for the Jets.

The investigation culminated in December of 2010, with Favre being fined $50,000 for his misconduct.

At the end of the season, Brett Favre retired for the fourth time. He insists that this time he will stay retired and will not return for a 20th NFL season. At the time of his retirement, Favre holds the NFL records for touchdown passes (508), passing yards (71,838), interceptions (336), and consecutive starts (297) The last few years have been very turbulent for Brett Favre, both on and off the field. He went from playing in the NFC Championship Game in 2007 with the Green Bay Packers to being investigated by the NFL at the time of his fourth retirement in 2010. From being considered one of the most popular players in the history

Men’s Basketball

Belhaven University (12-9, 2-2 SSAC West) at Spring Hill College (6-9, 1-2 SSAC West) 4:00 p.m

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Belhaven University (15-5, 3-1 SSAC West) at Spring Hill College (8-12, 1-2 SSAC West) 2:00 p.m

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Nick’s a great kid ...and is just a great teammate

of the NFL to one of its most infamous, Favre’s fall has been swift and stunning.

Although Favre did reach the NFC Championship Game in 2009, the years since his first retirement have done nothing but hurt his legacy. Once a legend in Green Bay, he has now become a mockery and a joke. Favre’s retirement saga did nothing except cloud people’s visions of one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history.

(Left) Nick Brown levitates over Auburn-Montgomery defender to add to his total points scored during his career as a Badger.

photo by Keli Mazza

-Coach Thompson gives credit to his player Nick Brown

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On the Spot Have you kept you New Years Resolution so far? If so what was it?

HAVEalaugh

“Mine was to be more patriotic. And yes I am keeping up with it.”

MARKponseti senior

“I dont think you have to wait for the new year to have one.“ ALICIAmangie junior

“They’re pretty pointless. Why then?”

RAFAELflores junior

Q. Your riding a horse at full speed, a giraffe is beside you, an elephant in front of you and a lion behind you! What do you do?

A. You get your drunk self off of the carousel...

Does the new Tuesday and Thursday schedule, with 7:45 a.m. classes and the common lunch hour, allow for students to be more involved?

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Next Week: Should there be a

yes

5% no

GPA requirement to get sign up for apartment housing? yes no Join the new SpringHillian Facebook group and vote each week.

Participants will be entered in a random drawing for a gift card.

This weeks’ winner: senior Dayna Shonk.

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YOURopinion

“Yes I have. Mine was to exercise more.”

MARYbeth crifasi junior