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Arts & Entertainment October 21, 2008

Art faculty showcases creativity

Photos by Mary Elizabeth Fair

By Gian Louis Thompson | gargoyle@flagler.edu

The Flagler College Art and Design Department is holding its first faculty art show at the Crisp-Ellert Art Museum through Oct. 24.

The show is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. while classes are in session.

“Part of the role of the museum is to serve as a teaching tool to expose the students to what the teachers are working on,” Sarah J. Kelly, the show’s director, said.

“It would be a great idea to continue the show yearly,” she said.

The works of 14 art and design faculty members give the museum’s white walls a voice and a face of expression.

Ninth year painting, drawing, senior portfolio and Art 101 professor Patrick Moser submitted oil on canvas piece, “American Unicorn.”

“I was largely influenced by a fairly famous Western painter named Frederick Remington,” Moser said.

“His work explored the notions of American mythology in the west,” he said.

Blogs October 17, 2008

The sky is falling!

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?

News October 17, 2008

Voter apathy not as big this election

Younger voters hold more power; tapping into that potential, high turnout expected

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.

Opinion October 17, 2008

Palling around with terrorists?

Obama not qualified for president, McCain much more experienced

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.

Opinion October 17, 2008

Sarah Palin not an ‘Average Joe’

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.

Opinion October 17, 2008

Obama breaks obsolete stereotype

The ‘unlikely’ candidate raises the ‘standard’ and sets timely example

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.

On Campus October 16, 2008

Political Guild urges student interest

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.”

On Campus October 16, 2008

Father of killed alumna to speak

Alcohol Awarness week takes place from Oct. 20 to Oct. 27

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.

On Campus October 16, 2008

SPJ hosts ‘Reel Issues’ film nights

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.

On Campus October 16, 2008

WFCF Presents Radio Drama

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.

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