Consider the panic button pushed.
After watching my Cowboys be taken to the woodshed by the Arizona Cardinals last Sunday, I was discouraged, to say the least. This Cowboys team was supposed to make teams like the Cardinals and Bengals look like they belonged somewhere between the Arena League and the XFL. What had happened?
By Julie Hirshan | gargoyle@flagler.edu
David Matulewicz, sophomore and a vice president of the Political Guild, doesn’t believe the popular myth about apathy in the college-age voting demographic.
With many students attending recent political events like Rock the Vote on the West Lawn and the vice presidential debate in the Ringhaver Student Center, students at Flagler College show that they care about the political issues and plan to use their voices in the upcoming election.
According to Matulewicz, many students from Flagler are active in political campaigns around town.
The Democratic headquarters in St. Johns County has more for students to help with, but the Republication group enlists the help of Flagler students as well.
By Clay Coffman | gargoyle@flagler.edu
Becoming president of the United States is easy.
For example, all it takes are two requirements: Be a community organizer and serve in the Senate for four years. Sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it? But ask Barack Obama, because that’s what he’s done.
By Erica Eding | gargoyle@flagler.edu
One of Governor Sarah Palin’s main points during the vice-presidential debate was that she’s just an average American. I strongly disagree. I believe the average American is more qualified than Palin to be vice-president.
I’ll begin with Palin’s interview with Katie Couric, a journalist who’s known for her soft-news, morning-show style. Palin’s awkward silences and blank stares made Couric seem like an FBI interrogator.
Palin’s response to the bailout plan was so irrational and rambling that Saturday Night Live’s Tina Fey used Palin’s own words to mock her.
By Lindsey Williams | gargoyle@flagler.edu
There was once a time when it seemed impossible for an African-American man to capture the presidential nomination for an American political party. So much so that discussing the chances served no real purpose other than being a fun addition to the “what if” game. But today, before us, a black man stands ready to serve as this nation’s next president.
For years, blacks in this nation have stood circumspect of times to lead and times to follow. However, the option of following often seemed more feasible than that of leading. Or the option of defeat was chosen over the option of winning.
For too long have I bared witness to black men, in particular, anticipating this taste of defeat as opposed to reaching greater heights of success. I’m talking about dreams, hopes and ideas for a better life; ideas that are birthed in a nation where blacks have historically been laughed at for trying, punished for seeking change, and often gawked at for breaking the preconceived mold.
By Kelsey Flynn | gargoyle@flagler.edu
Photo by Kelsey Flynn
Catie Hodge, president of the Political Guild, is creating events to educate students about the candidates for the 2008 presidential election.
Earlier this semester, the political guild held Rock the Vote, cosponored by SGA, CAB, Club OYE and Ringhaver Student Center, as well as three other debate screenings. All the events are ideas thought of by members of the group. “One of us suggested debate watching parties,” said Hodge. “We all decided that is something we would personally enjoy, and in all likelihood so would other politically-minded students.”
By Abby Sessock | gargoyle@flagler.edu
“She was a repeat offender,” said Richard Sadow about the drunk driver that took his daughter’s life. “If she was put in jail the first time then this would have never happened and my daughter would still be alive.”
Jennifer Sadow was killed in a drunk driving accident 12 years ago. Her father, Richard Sadow, said he tells her story to others with the hope that someone will learn from it and not have to deal with the heartache that he faces every day.
It was on the night of May 15, 1996, when Bobby Myers was driving the car with his girlfriend, Jennifer, in the front seat.
It was on this night at approximately 10 p.m. when Kimberli Jordan, a 42-year-old unemployed nurse, crashed into their car and killed Jennifer on impact. Jordan’s blood alcohol level was .19, which according to the police, is more than double the legal limit. Jordan was charged with DUI manslaughter.
By Caroline Young | gargoyle@flagler.edu
The Society of Professional Journalists is preparing to begin a new semester-long series of film nights.
According to members, these events include the full showing of a film, focused on either current events or serious issues of debate, then followed by a discussion panel and refreshments.
The organization recently arrived at the decision of three informative films believed to attract students of all interests and majors.
“The films we have chosen raise awareness of important issues; same-sex marriage, the environment, and prostitution,” said faculty adviser of SPJ, Dr. Helena Sarkio.
One of the first films to be shown is “Freedom to Mary,” which centers upon the controversy over the rights of gay marriage. This event will be held on Oct. 27 at 5 p.m.
Three weeks later, the club will present “Who Killed the Electric Car?” a film that explores the birth of the electric car, the death of the product, and the reason for its lack of demand.
By Laura Croft | gargoyle@flagler.edu
On Oct. 30 and 31 at 8 p.m., Flagler College Radio will be presenting the radio drama, “War of the Worlds” by H.G. Wells.
It has been 70 years since its first broadcast on the Columbia Broadcasting System in 1938.
Local actors from A Classic Theatre will be performing the roles and station manager Dan McCook will be providing the sound effects.
“War of the Worlds” is an early sci-fi novel about the invasion of England by aliens from Mars. When it was first performed on the radio, many listeners believed that an actual martian invasion was in progress.
By Sarah Locke | gargoyle@flagler.edu
Photo by Shaun Devine
Whether you know who Communication senior Jay Bonadio is or not, one thing is for sure, you’ve probably seen his artwork.
We’re not talking about colorful canvases hung on walls or even modern sculptures here. Instead, Bonadio’s preferences for art are graphic designs prominently displayed across articles of clothing.
Bonadio is the creator and owner of Jbon Clothing Co. He started the company, along with Enetix, his surf and skate line, eight months ago. Enetix has been plastered around campus and around town ever since it took off. The line has caught on and spread so quickly since its debut, that it’s hard to ignore.