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Opinion October 15, 2007

Do new conveniences replace clarity?

By Nick Michalski | gargoyle@flagler.edu

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Can we call this The New Lord’s Prayer? The traditional version of The Lord’s Prayer could be thought of as “stuffy,” even in it’s updated version. That is why the satirical Christian online magazine decided to “update” it and ran a competition to rewrite it in 160 characters or less, which is standard length of a mobile phone text message.

News October 15, 2007

Is music Flagler’s lost art?

A call to keep the music playing after high school

By Haley M. Walker | gargoyle@flagler.edu

I often use the phrase, “this one time at band camp,” and sincerely mean it. I know the difference between a bass clef and a treble clef, and at times I would rather read music than my school books.

When I first began playing flute in the sixth grade, I would have never guessed that my experience with music would become such a dynamic part of my life. At the time, it was just another half-hearted, extra-curricular activity to add to a list of many that I tested while young.

Opinion October 15, 2007

Fall brings home to many students from the Northeast

By Rachel Yaeger | gargoyle@flagler.edu

“If you are chilly, here take my sweater.” It was this line from Ingrid Michaelson’s song, “The Way I Am” from the new Old Navy commercial that I am sure everyone has heard, that got me thinking about fall.

Seasons affect our moods, and with almost 20 percent of Flagler students from the Northeast, many may be missing autumn.

“It’s like a Yankee Candle,” said Matt Pittaluga, who is from Philly. He went on to describe October and September as, “75 degrees, sunny without humidity, good waves, no tourists and pumpkin pie just tastes better at home.”

On Campus October 15, 2007

Loans not helpful for some students

Balances becoming harder to repay thanks to higher interest rates

By Steffi Shook | gargoyle@flagler.edu

With financial aid, grants and scholarships, paying for college is a piece of cake, right? Unfortunately, funding your education isn’t as easy as receiving a check from Uncle Sam.

With federal student aid declining and strict limits on federal loans, many students are looking elsewhere to make ends meet when it comes to higher education.

On Campus October 15, 2007

Flagler hosts Adopt-a-Pet

Humane Society brings animals to campus to raise awareness, recruit volunteers

By Kelsey Mayid | gargoyle@flagler.edu

The brown and white dog wound his way among students outside Kenan, sniffing their feet and wagging his tail.

Another little black puppy wriggled and squirmed on the West Lawn, growling playfully as girls pet his belly and scratched behind his ears.

Theo, a 1-year-old pit bull/bulldog mix, and Stickers, a baby Rottweiler mix, are from the Florida East Coast Humane Society, and were visiting Flagler College for the Adopt-A-Pet event Oct. 4, which was sponsored by Flagler’s Public Relations Student Society of America chapter.

Alexandra Laycock, director of special events and volunteer coordinator for the Humane Society, was on hand to answer questions and recruit volunteers.

On Campus October 15, 2007

Study Abroad in Australia

By Capri Martinez | gargoyle@flagler.edu

Flagler is offering another study aboard trip in the summer of 2008. This one is in Australia. Students can earn three credit hours and use them for sports management or as a free elective.

On the trip, students will visit five regions in three weeks including Sydney, Canberra, Brisbane and Cairns, just to name a few. They will have an opportunity to see the Rain forest and the Great Barrier Reef, visit Steve Irwin’s zoo, and experience the Sydney Harbor and Opera House among other things.

October 15, 2007

CD Review: Hannah Montana 2

She may have two names, but she is one girl who rocks. Miley Cyrus, better known as Hannah Montana has a 2-disc cd set for any person who is willing to unleash their inner child and admit their love for the Disney Channel.

Released this summer, each of the cds included in Hannah Montana 2/Meet Miley Cyrus represents a different side of Miley Cyrus. On the pop star side, Hannah sings songs such as “Make Some Noise” which have uplifting messages directed towards anyone with a dream via acoustic guitar. Another track, “Nobody’s Perfect”, is a vivacious song, expressing the importance of never giving up, and it is one of her most popular.

October 15, 2007

Solid surfing and art wrapped up in one

By Phil Mansfield | gargoyle@flagler.edu

John Glenn ain’t your average sun-bleached blonde haired surfer kid. Growing up surfing in Ocean Grove, New Jersey, he worked on his barrel riding abilities every winter off the OG Pier. When he became old enough to start working, he began life guarding every summer at the same beach he spent his childhood at; getting to surf a lot on the job too. Eventually picking up several sponsors from Fundamentally Unstable clothing, OG Surf Shop, and Bully’s, you can now find John busting huge front-side airs at Vilano in-between Graphic Design classes. This is where the ‘not so average’ part comes in.

October 15, 2007

Never forget

By Ryan Brower | rbrower@flagler.edu

Some started because it was handed down from dad. Some started because it looked like a hobby that could be exciting and new. Some started because all their friends were doing it. Some started because they wanted to connect with the ocean.

The list goes on and on. And no matter the reason for beginning, we as surfers all know that the main attraction to surfing is the enjoyment one achieves by getting to “play” in the ocean. You cannot deny this fact. Think about it for a second: If surfing wasn’t fun, if it was a chore, or something you despised, would you still do it?

October 15, 2007

CD Review: Bruce Springsteen

The Boss is back! His first album with the E Street Band since 2002’s “The Rising,” Bruce Springsteen bursts back into the musical scene doing what he does best with his 15th energetic rock CD “Magic,” which has already left critics and fans spellbound since its release on Oct. 2.

This is an excellent album that demonstrates musically what Springsteen himself has managed flawlessly: his style is unchanged, yet unquestionably modern and relevant in today’s ever-changing music world. No kidding, I have listened to this album backward and forward 12 times. Here’s why.

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