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UC helps prepare for campus lifeUniversity of Cincinnati provides extra resources to help ease students’ move in

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As fall approaches, new students will be filing into the residence halls, living independently for the first time in their lives.

For some students, this might be a confusing time, but there are some upsides, according to the University of Cincinnati Housing and Food Services website and hotline.

UC housing provides resident advisers to help students transition from high school to college. They are specially trained and experienced students who know what it’s like to live at UC, and

they can provide great advice to new students, according to the HFS website’s self-help guidelines.

Academic help, intramural sports teams and social activities make up some of the hundreds of events, according to the HFS website guidelines.

Students are instructed to make sure the residence hall chosen is the right choice for the student. All halls are coed in some form, but Calhoun Hall and Siddall Hall split sexes into different floors. Only Stratford Heights, Schneider Hall and Turner Hall have private baths, according to the department’s website.

All halls are air-conditioned, non-smoking and have cable TV and laundry services, according to the website.

Parents also might need to make some accommodations. Parents should encourage students to meet a variety of people and get involved on campus, especially be patient with new roommates during the first few months. Parents should also send mail and packages to keep spirits up, according to the department’s self-help programs.

During the 2009-2010 academic year, 48.5 percent of students opted to live on campus among the record 6,200 first-time degree-seeking undergraduates. The figure was a slight downturn from the year before, where 49.4 percent lived on campus instead of commuting, according to the Office of Institutional Research statistics.

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WE’RE mOviNg iN Calhoun hall is one of the seven buildings offered to freshmen as living quarters.

James F. Hamilton, a University of Cincinnati literature professor, died Saturday, June 5. He was 70.

Hamilton’s humble beginnings in Cleveland, Ohio included such dangerous childhood exploits as climbing tall buildings and jumping from rooftop to rooftop. Such experience might have prepared him for navigating the sometimes-treacherous landscape of academia, where each step is a careful calculation.

In a career that spanned 40 years, he published dozens of articles as well as authored “Rousseau’s Theory of Literature: The Poetics of Art and Nature” (1979). His contributions to this “less traveled by” field of study emanated from his fascination with analysis, archetypes and spirituality.

Hamilton was given a faculty position in the romance languages department at UC in 1970, with tenure in years following his hiring.

When asked years later by his daughter, Catherine, why he chose to commit himself to the study of 19th century french literature, Hamilton answered that he had been enamored with his high school French teacher.

Hamilton did his undergraduate work at Kent State University and received his Ph.D. from the Ohio State University in 1970.

It seemed quite apropos that Hamilton would meet the love of his life, Priscilla Neill, on the campus of UC, where they both worked.

Hamilton is survived by his wife Priscilla and daughters Catherine and Helen.

Memorial donations can be made to the American Cancer Society and online condolences can be given at www.schaeferbusbyfuneralhome.com.

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Some students coming into the University of Cincinnati might be interested in the school’s unique study abroad programs and standards.

One of the most common things freshmen will be advised to do during orientation is to get involved. One of the best ways to do so is by getting involved around the world, according to the UC International Programs website information.

The university provides a few options for education abroad: Faculty-led programs, exchange programs, credit for programs from other universities and direct enrollment to schools in other countries.

UC has been promotiong innovation with new international programs. This year, the university launched its new UCosmic database, a free, open-source network that might help create a standard for international data collection. The university hopes to use the program to keep track of international activities and relationships, according to the UCosmic website.

In the past few years, UC

has updated its international programs to meet with the Forum on Education Abroad’s Standards of Good Practice for Education Abroad. UC was one of few schools to test the standards as a pilot program, according to the Forum on Education Abroad’s news release.

The standards require schools make educational goals for sending students abroad clear and publicly available. Schools must provide advising, financial support and ensure students have access to health care and housing services wherever they go, according to the Forum on Education Abroad’s charter.

For international students at UC, the university uses an international student barometer, an annual survey that tracks how international students feel about their time at the university.

In 2009, 33 percent of international students said they would actively encourage other students to apply, up 4 percent from the year before. Only one percent of international students said they would actively discourage people from applying, a decrease of one percent from the year before, according to the survey.

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Summertime TunesFreshman orientation 2010 | THE NEWS RECORD | PAGE 7

Summer is finally here, ushering in an array of events to ensure that your warm weather break does not go to waste. Many Cincinnati–area venues will play host to musical groups such as Stone Temple Pilots and The Freestylers to entertain music intellectuals and even those who just like dancing to good tunes or

bumping beats. With all that is going on in Cincinnati, you may feel a bit overwhelmed with all the Saturday night options. Luckily, The News Record has put together a list of summer concert highlights. Mark your

calendars, folks, these are the shows you won’t want to miss.

August 6summer slaughter 2010This death metal tour’s explosive

popularity has gained a huge following in the states, as well as Europe, Australia and New Zealand. This year promises to deliver merciless metal brutality with headliners Decapitated, along with The Faceless, All Shall Perish and more.

Where: Bogarts, 2621 Vine St.When: 2:30 p.m.how much: $18For more information, visit

www.livenation.com.

July 28Vans Warped tour 2010The ancient alternative music

celebration will return to Cincinnati with full-force this year. The mile-long set list includes Breathe Carolina, Every Time I Die, Haste the Day, I Can Make a Mess Like Nobody’s Business, Mayday Parade and more. Whether you’re into dance beats, breakdowns, pop ballads or acoustic tunes, there’s something for everyone at Warped. Just be sure to stay hydrated in order to last long enough to catch your favorite acts.

Where: Riverbend Music Center6295 Kellogg Ave.how much: $39.50 via www.ticketmaster.comFor more information, visit

www.riverbend.org.

August 25stone temple Pilots/Cage the elephantRock veterans STP are making their

return to the Queen City with opening act Cage the Elephant for one show only. Tickets are already on sale and expected to sell out quickly.

Where: Riverbend Music Center 6295 Kellogg Ave.When: 8 p.m.how much: $57 and upFor more information, visit

www.riverbend.org.

July 3the “We rock hard” showThe UK’s premiere big beat DJ group

will bring their “Ruffneck” style to the U.S. when they take the stage at Club Aquarius to celebrate Independence Day. So if you’re looking for a raw good time this Independence Day, then the “We Rock Hard” Show is well worth the 45-minute drive up North I-75.

Where: Club Aquarius135 E. Second St. in Dayton, OhioWhen: 9 p.m. - 4 a.m.how much: $15For more information, visit

www.aquariusnightclub.com.

June 18 – Sept. 3PnC midPoint’s indie summerIn light of the ever-popular annual

MidPoint Music Festival coming to Cincinnati this fall, PNC Bank is sponsoring live shows every Friday night at Fountain Square to make indie fans’ mouths water just a little more. Featured local and national acts serve as a preview to the three-night musical takeover to come. Expect performances from the Seedy Seeds, Why?, the Pomegranates and more to kick off your summer weekends the right way.

Where: Fountain SquareWhen: 7 p.m. Fridayshow much: FreeFor more information, visit www.

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to home, sky eats airplane, Pilot around the stars and more

Local hardcore/pop performances don’t get better than this. The reputable, high-energy lineup combined with the personal atmosphere only the Mad Hatter can deliver will make a memorable Independence Day follow-up.

Where: Mad Hatter620 Scott St. in Covington,

KentuckyWhen: 6 p.m.how much: $14 in advance or $16

at the doorFor more information, visit

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July 18

Press/night of mayhem – Dub step (heavy beats) UK

For those who want to subject their musical senses to the UK Dub sound, this event is for you.

Where: The Mad Frog 1 E. McMillan St.When: 8 p.m. - 2 a.m.how much: $8 (ladies in free before

10 p.m.)For more information, visit

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June 19infected mushroomIf you’re into synths, guitars and

“four to the floor” beats t this is most the show for you. The U.K.’s DJ Magazine considers Infected Mushroom among the world’s best DJs. Their sound fuses metal and techno with a hint of Mediterranean influence to give their music a unique flavor. Infected Mushroom’s performances are famous for live instrumentation set against multimedia backdrops, creating a memorable experience for fans and new listeners alike.

Where: RadioDown620 Scott St. in Covington, KentuckyWhen: 8 p.m. - 2 a.m.how much: $20For more information, visit

www.radiodownclub.com.

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For those who enjoy attending summer concerts, the Behringer-Crawford Museum in Covington, Kentucky, is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year with a schedule that’s sure to please.

The museum opened in 1950 as the William Behringer Memorial Museum, which showed off world-traveler Behringer’s collections. Such exhibits include a mounted, stuffed, life-sized black bear; birds and various Native American artifacts. There is also an elegant streetcar from 1892, which has been restored for the museum.

The museum’s first curator, Ellis Crawford, co-sponsored nearby digs, including those in the nearby Big Bone Springs area. Upcoming events include: June 17 Steve Bonafel & One Iota: This music is a tribute to the heritage of Kentucky. It’s original bluegrass music with traditional and gospel. “It’s a wonderful venue,” said museum’s assistant director Sarah Siegrist. “It provides high-quality events at a low price and it’s for all ages.” June 24 The Avenues: A 10-piece rhythm and blues band performing music from the 1950s, 60s and 70s.

July 1 Robin Lacy and DeZydeco: A six-piece instrumentation and blend of styles, which include Cajun Zydeco, roots rock, blues and classic country.

July 8 Jake Speed and the Freddies: This is troubadour with traditional

folk music that includes political and cultural humor. Audience participation is encouraged here.

July 15 Pat Kelly and the Groove Organizers: Pat Kelly and vocalist Saba headline this jazz band.

July 22 Roger Drawdy and the Firestarters: A highly respected Irish band.

Food will be provided by the Madison Event Center. A cash bar is available for alchohol, and museum members receive one free drink ticket with admission. All performances begin at 7 p.m. The admission cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children (ages 3-12).

Rechristened the Behringer-Crawford Museum in 1979 after adding fire safety and restoration components, the museum’s staff and volunteers increased public programming for archaeology, arts, crafts and visual and performing arts. Displays now showcase natural history, paleontology, mineralogy, industry, folk art, politics, frontier home life, the Civil War and slavery. It has documented historic Civil War sites in three counties.

An outdoor amphitheater was added in the early 1990s, where musical concerts and an annual Fresh Art auction are hosted. Children and adults can also take part in the toy train exhibit by pushing electrical buttons and taking a different viewpoint of the well-detailed town model via a tunnel beneath the exhibit. There are other exhibits

children can enjoy, including the “Children’s Garden,” which facilitates archeology.

Other recent exhibits include “Coaches Corner,” “Our Greatest Generation” and the “Dixie Highway’s Gourmet Strip.”

This past decade saw the museum add 15,000 square feet for the exhibit highlighting transportation. This includes an authentic trolley car on the ground floor with mannequins who, shall we say, tell their own story when you press the right button.

For those who remember drive-ins, a partial reproduction of a 1950s car in front of a screen plays an excerpt from the Republic serial “Commando Cody” and a 1950s short film about life in America, which has “Mystery Science Theater 3000” commentary from the more contemporary viewers on screen.

While not as big as the Union Terminal Museum, the BCM is still a wonderful collection of various aspects of local history in Covington with wonderful activities to enjoy both the indoors and outdoors. The fact that it’s expanding only proves that it will get better.

The museum is in Devou Park at 1600 Montague Road and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Admission costs $7 for adults, $6 for seniors (60 and over) and $4 for children (ages 3-17).

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time to celebRate the Behringer-crawford Museum is a little-known treasure in covington, Kentucky with exhibits and events everyone can appreciate.

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When I first caught wind M. Night Shyamalan is directing the upcoming film “The Last Airbender,” it was like waking up from a horrible nightmare in a cold, panicked sweat. Shyamalan, director of “The Sixth Sense,” is in charge of adapting a live-action film from one of the greatest animated series ever to run on television.

“Avatar: The Last Airbender” is a cartoon series that debuted on Nickelodeon and ran for three seasons, amassing 61 episodes and a cult following that spans all age groups across the globe. It chronicles the rise of the Avatar, a spiritually gifted monk named Aang, who must learn to control all elements to protect his world from the malevolent Fire Nation.

Within the Avatar’s world, there are four nations: Air, Fire, Water and Earth. Each nation has a number of individuals born with the natural ability to control their nation’s respective element (i.e., someone from the Fire Nation can control flames). These people are known as benders. The Avatar, who reincarnates in a different nation every generation, is the sole person with the ability to bend all elements. The Avatar brings balance to the world.

“The Last Airbender” is setting itself up to be the first in a potential trilogy. The television series told the story in three elementally themed chapters: Water, Earth and Fire. Seeing as the Air Nation was wiped out before the main narrative picks up, any information shared on the Air Nation’s monks will be flashback material. Much of the first chapter (what we should expect from the upcoming film) focuses on the nomadic Water Nation’s plight with the war-frenzied Fire Nation.

Aang, the current Avatar, is the last citizen of the Air Nation. He was in hiding for 100 years when the Fire Nation wiped out all of his people in a vicious sneak attack. The story picks up when Katara and Sokka, a brother and sister from the southern Water Nation, discover Aang frozen in an iceberg. Together, they must escape from Prince Zuko of the Fire Nation, who believes capturing the Avatar will restore his lost honor after being banished for disgracing his father, the megalomaniacal Firelord Ozai.

My main concern for the film adaptation stems from a troublesome, shameful film known as “Dragon Ball: Evolution.” There’s no describing the pain and suffering “Dragon Ball: Evolution” caused me. Thanks to poor casting and a flawed story, the live-action adaptation of the beloved manga and anime series “Dragon Ball” was a commercial and artistic failure. I truly hope Shyamalan pulls off “The Last Airbender” with greater success. The series deserves that much.

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There are more than 40,000 students attending the University of Cincinnati. Most are involved on campus somehow, whether it be an on-campus job or extracurricular activities such as a sport, volunteer organization or Greek life.

Depsite the four years most spend at UC, the odds of meeting everyone is very slim. But there are many ways to meet people.

At UC, many individuals can be met through various ways. There are many clubs, organizations and groups offered to anyone willing to join.

“I met people by getting a job on campus,” said Will Mcilwain, a first-year international affairs student. “Another thing I did was got involved with Greek Life and met people that way.”

As a freshman, getting involved with Greek life or even getting a job on campus will help you meet others.

The Activus is a book published by the Student Activities Board. There is a brief description of more than 350 activities and groups students can get involved in. Groups are categorized from

academic groups, athletic/recreation groups, Student Government, special interest groups, religious groups, cultural/ethnic groups, fraternities/sororities and many others.

In the booklet is a list of every registered group in the UC community.

Joining an intramural team or getting involved with an event on campus can be a way to get involved on campus and meet people as well. Another student suggests that living on campus to make friends is a good way.

“It would be easier to meet people by staying in a dorm,” said Chris Cox, a first-year business student. “When I began to meet people they had already formed groups of friends that I did not know, which was because I chose to commute. For college, it was harder than I thought first quarter. I should have waited to get a job. If you choose to work a job, work it around your school schedule, not the other way around.”

To some, college isn’t what they thought it would be. To get the most out of it, you have to make the most of it.

“I didn’t think it would be hard. I thought it would be fun and exciting,” said

Arniesha Jordan, a first-year communications student. “But, what I realize was, everything wouldn’t be exciting and fun. If you want the most out of college, you should do all you can within the few years you have before graduation. College is a good experience and no one should waste.”

If you’re a freshman and you begin to feel the need to do things on campus, do it.

There really isn’t a wrong decision when it comes to on-campus events. There are many other students to meet and lots of fun to bed had.

Pick up a copy of the student Activus and browse through to get an idea of what you can do.

Just because you don’t see something that you’re interested in does not mean you can’t form a group to get it started.

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Learning how to study successfully is a challenge for most students transitioning from high school to college. Students have much to learn when it comes to proper study skills because of the difference in teaching methods between the two institutions.

Here are some of the most common study skills mistakes and some tips on how to avoid them:

Poor attendanceThis might be the most

common mistake college

students make. To succeed in college, class attendance and participation every day is important. You can’t skip class, only show up for the tests and expect an A. You get what you deserve; put forth an A effort to receive an A.

Poor notetaking skillsMany students make the

transition to college without having mastered the skill of notetaking. To succeed in college, you need to learn how to listen actively and take accurate, thorough notes. Sometimes re-writing notes helps to retain and learn the information. It also makes

studying for midterms and exams easier.

Poor time management Many college students are

overwhelmed with too many academic and extra-curricular activities, so learning to manage time is essential. Set aside time for studying, social time with friends and other extracurricular activities to balance out your schedule.

ProcrastinationLearning to stay focused is

a skill, especially with so many distractions like Facebook, YouTube and social events on campus. Don’t wait until the

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Worried about what to bring to college? Students who have survived at least one year of college will tell you what things made their transition from living at home to living on their own easier.

First and foremost, you are here to learn. So don’t forget those school supplies! Notebooks, pens and folders are all still important. Many college students feel their most important school supply this year was their computer.

“This entire year wouldn’t have happened without my MacBook,” said Aryan Hope, a second-year digital design student. “Most useful thing in my life. Ever.”

Once the school supplies are packed, it is time to worry about your new room. Besides bed sheets, clothes and a cup or two, what should you bring?

Jamaal Hardgrow, a second-year biology student, found that bins were not only useful for moving in and out, but also for storage. “They are a very good organizational tool for very unorganized people,” Hardgrow said.

White boards can help you and your new roommates get to know each other and lookout for one another.

“I think the most useful thing that we’ve had in our residence hall this year was a giant white board on which every roommate had their name and updated their status for what they are doing that day,” said Maggie Yoder, a second-year communication sciences and disorders student. “They can just write ‘I’ll see you guys tomorrow!’ and nobody has to worry about where they are.”

A long Ethernet cable was also recommended by Kate Davis, a second-year English student, because many of the residence halls don’t have wireless Internet.

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What it is: An online catalog of all the libraries at public universities in the state of Ohio. Almost every book in the system is available for UC students to borrow.

Pros: It’s 100 percent free. Just go to www.ohiolink.edu and search for a book, and if it is available for checkout, any student can order it with a UC ID.

When an item is checked out, another student can request it and further renewals will not be allowed — so there is a risk of having to send a book back before the quarter is out. In a few days, the book will be delivered directly to Langsam library for checkout.

Cons: Books loans last 21 days, and an individual book can be renewed up to four times for a total of 15 weeks — reminder e-mails are sent out, but staying on top of renewals is key.

What it is: An online mega store where anything and everything is for sale.

Pros: Amazon has a great selection and an easy to navigate website.

The shipping is usually extremely fast and reliable.

There are always good deals to be found in the textbook department.

Cons: As always with online purchases, the quality of the product isn’t known until it shows up in the mailbox.

What it is: An online company that exclusively provides textbook rentals.

Pros: Chegg’s prices are very competitive and can be some of the lowest out there.

Chegg’s sole business is textbook rentals, so they have fast shipping pretty well covered and a huge selection.

Cons: These are only rentals — so there won’t be any opportunity to get money back by selling the books at the end of the quarter. Chegg works hard to make shipping the books back easy (at no additional expense) but it still has to be done.

What it is: A new website created by Student Goverment and launched in March. Exclusively used by UC students, the website connects those looking to sell their books with fellow Bearcats trying to buy books.

Pros: The website is still ramping up, but several students have said it is easy to use and have found that it is convenient to meet up on campus to buy and sell their books.

When someone finds the book they need, sellers are notified. Prices can be negotiated, and a buyer would be able to see the book before they hand over the cash.

Cons: The site is certainly being used, but it is still ramping up and the selection is not a vast as online companies and area book stores. Communication, price negotiations and setting up a location to meet could possibly be a hassle.

What it is: Just like it sounds — it is the only bookstore directly affiliated with the school and located on campus.

Pros: The pros of the bookstore are exactly the same as using DuBois Book Store.

Cons: The cons are the same, too. Don’t expect to get out of there without shelling out major cash and perhaps an arm and a leg, as well.

What it is: A long-time, well-known supplier of books, officially licensed UC spirit wear and other odds and ends.

Pros: DuBois specifically caters to UC students and is usually very good about stocking the right amounts of each textbook. It is a storefront—everyone knows exactly what they’re buying when they get to the register.

It costs a fair amount at the beginning, but most books can be sold back for a decent amount of money at the end of the quarter—but there is no guarantee they will want the book back if they already have too many in stock.

Cons: DuBois is not known for their deals—prices can be pretty steep. The online dealers usually have better deals on the used textbooks, and going to DuBois will most likely cost significantly more than online companies.

It is easier to return books to DuBois than to online dealers, but there are strict and specific return policies. Keep the receipt, and if an item is wrapped or packaged, don’t plan on opening it and then being able to return it. Also, there are usually relatively short return periods so that students can’t use a book and return it for a refund once they’re finished.

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No one likes spending their hard-earned cash on textbooks, but with each new quarter comes a whole new list of books to buy. Buying or renting textbooks is the easiest way to overspend and waste money, so the big rule for textbook bargain hunting is to be smart. The News Record has been talking to University of Cincinnati students and hunting for the best tips, advice and locations to buy or rent textbooks for less.

Lots of classes (especially language classes) require online supplemental practice programs to go with the actual textbook. The book’s publisher can be the best place to get these codes for the cheapest price. Check on the publisher’s website for their price before buying at the store, and it is very difficult to return book codes so triple check that it is the right one.

Make sure all of the books on the syllabus or listed with listed as required will actually be used. A lot of students go to class will their pricey books to only discover they won’t even be using them. Many students wait to buy books until after the first day of class, which can definitely be a smart move.

In the end, everyone always feels like they’re spending too much money, but buying textbooks is a necessary evil in college — just be smart and shop around online and in stores for the best deals before spending way too much on over-priced books.

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The 2010-11 season will have a different look for the University of Cincinnati football team, but that isn’t going to

stop first-year head coach Butch Jones from trying to capture the team’s third-straight Big East championship.

“It’s hard to replace the production,” Jones said. “I’m excited we have individuals capable of stepping up. We have to play to the strengths of our personel and we have viable candidates to step up.”

Starting quarterback, Zach Collaros, is coming off a season where he completed 75 percent of his passes for 1,434 yards and 10 touchdowns.

“Zach’s game has started to show and he is making great decisions,” Jones said. “He has started to apply the classroom to the field. He is as competitive as I’ve seen and his production as a starter speaks for itself.”

Junior Isaiah Pead will start the season at running back, but both senior veteran John Goebel and redshirt sophomore Darrin

Williams should see their fair share of carries.

Without Mardy Gilyard, juniors Armon Binns and D.J. Woods, along with University of Southern California transfer senior Vidal Hazelton, will anchor the Bearcats’ deep receiving core.

“We are very talented at wide receiver,” Jones said. “We need to have individuals step up and to develop a second unit.”

With what could be the strongest Big East in years, the Cats’ toughest challenge could be on the defensive side of the ball after the departure of five former starters. With a shift back to a 4-3 defense, the Bearcats must find depth at defensive line.

“That is our biggest thing, developing depth,” Jones said. We need individuals to step in that haven’t done so before.”

The Bearcats kick off the 2010-11 season Saturday, Sept. 4, at Fresno State University.

The schedule includes seven home games, including a much-anticipated rematch with Oklahoma University at Paul Brown Stadium.

Threepeat likelyThe 2010-11 season will be about

change for the University of Cincinnati football team.

There’s a new coach, a new motto and a new intensity brought by new players. But one thing will not change — the Bearcats will win the Big East for the third year in a row.

To quote the all-knowing John Madden, “At the end of the day, the team that scores the most points is going to win the game,” and no team in the Big East will be able to match Cincinnati’s blitzkrieg-style offense.

Last season, the Bearcats were fourth in the nation in points per game, averaging 38.6 points and 447.5 yards per contest.

Going into the 2010-11 campaign, the offense is shaping up to be even more high-powered than last season. It all starts with the new head honcho — Butch Jones.

Jones’ plan for the upcoming season is to take Brian Kelly’s fast-paced offense and make it even faster. Judging by the teams’ spring practices, it’s working.

No team in the Big East will have the defense to play a full 60 minutes with Cincinnati’s overwhelming offense.

Leading the offensive charge on the field will be junior quarterback Zach Collaros, who, throughout high school and college, has never lost a game as a starting quarterback.

Collaros started just four games last season, but he ravaged opposing defenses, throwing for 1,233 yards and eight touchdowns.

The quarterback ran for 192 yards and set a UC record against UConn with 559 total yards — no big deal.

Collaros will be throwing to a receiving core with the talent to shred secondaries faster than a tissue in a wood chipper.

Lining up in the No. 1 slot for the Bearcats will be Armon Binns, who finished last season with 888 yards and 11 touchdowns. He heads into the 2010 season rated as the No. 2 wideout in the nation by ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr.

Sidekicks to Binns in one of the best receving cores in the country will be D.J. Woods, Marcus Barnett and Vidal Hazelton.

If the steam-rolling passing attack isn’t enough, the Bearcats can go to their running game led by junior Isaiah Pead.

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All right freshmen, listen up. Class starts now. You runts are the future of the University of Cincinnati, and now that you’re here, it’s my job to get you informed.

This university is going to be your new home for the next four years and if you want to call yourself a Bearcat athletics fan, there are some things you’ll need to know.

The all-time greats, for example.

In recent years, it’s been Mardy Gilyard, Tony Pike, Ben Mauk and Connor Barwin leading Cincinnati’s football team to success. More than 40 years ago, Greg Cook and Jim O’Brien were among some of UC’s football greats.

But the university’s true all-time greats reign from the

hard court in Fifth Third Arena at the Shoemaker Center, or as we used to call it back in my day: The Shoe.

The all-time greats are the greatest basketball players and biggest names in UC sports history. If you want to call yourself a Bearcat, you’ll need to know the essentials.

Oscar RobertsonWe’ll begin with the single

greatest player to ever wear a Cincinnati uniform.

The Big O won three-straight NCAA scoring titles, was named a consensus all-American three years in a row and was thrice named national Player of the Year. After leading the Bearcats to a 79-9 record and two Final Four appearances in his three seasons, Robertson left UC as the NCAA’s all-time leading

scorer. His 33.8 points per game ranks third in NCAA history to this day.

Robertson then went on to become one the best players in NBA history. As a rookie with the Cincinnati Royals, Robertson finished the season averaging a staggering 30.5 points, 10.1 rebounds and 9.7 assists per game en route to being named the 1961 Rookie of the Year.

Robertson’s performance during the 1961-62 season was the stuff of legends.

Robertson became the first and only player in league history to average a triple-double through an entire NBA season.

For all of the basketball greatness Robertson was a part of in Cincinnati, The Big O never won a championship in the Queen

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Shyamalan is a good director. He’s worked on quality films — some with horrible plot twists, but overall he’s had a positive career. I’m excited to see what he does with the beloved series — this seems to be his first film adaptation of a previous entity. What’ll be his big twist? Was it all just a strange fever dream?

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last minute to do schoolwork and projects, as your grades will suffer. While it might be impossible to completely avoid the experience of pulling an all-nighter, try keep up with the work on the syllabus to refrain from falling behind. Work first, play later. Over-reliance on other students

Asking a friend to take notes for you when you’re absent is a risk you should only take when absolutely necessary. Study groups can be an effective way to prepare for a test, but only if you conduct them correctly and don’t rely on other students to do the work. Make sure to do work on your own — you retain it better that way.

Over-reliance on the InternetThe Internet has made research less

difficult. Unfortunately, many students rely on the Internet too much and ignore other ways to do research. You are more likely to encounter false information on the Internet than in a book or article. When using the Internet, always verify the information you find online by checking other sources

PlagiarismFortunately, most students don’t

plagiarize — but it’s still a serious problem on college campuses. In most cases, plagiarism occurs because a student has a deadline and panics. Take your time and use your own words. It’s OK to quote someone else’s work, but make sure to attribute the rightful owner.

Failure to ask for helpProfessors and TAs probably aren’t

going to seek out students who need help — but that doesn’t mean help isn’t available. If you have questions, ask. Visit office hours whenever necessary. In addition, seek out other help on campus, such as the math and writing labs or tutoring centers.

Learning how to study is a process. If your study habits are not what they should be, assess what you need to change. No student is perfect, but putting in the effort to study more effectively will enhance study skills and increase grades. It’s worth it in the long run.

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Wade, a second-year fashion design student, a vacuum or Swiffer (depending on your flooring) from Kelsey Wenning, a third-year communications student and a fan from David Weigel, a fourth-year nursing student.

One fear many first-time college students have is laundry. One student shares his secret for success.

“Purex 3-in-1 saved my life,” said Greg Pacer, a second-year electronic media student. “I didn’t have to worry about what to put in — I just threw in the sheet and was good to go.”

Another fear for many college students is the possibility of a community bathroom. “(Bring) shower shoes!” said Jasmine Redic, a second-year computer engineering technology student.

A hanging toiletry organizer was recommended by Kaitlyn Dinsmore, a

second-year dietetics student. “Hang it up in the bathroom. It’s all in one place and organized for you.”

The best organizer, fixer and all-around useful thing to bring to college is duct tape. Brock Plieman, a second-year aerospace engineering student and Erica Guynan, a second-year fashion design student, agree.

“It’s really helpful to hang everything on your wall, Guynan said. “When you don’t have room to put tissue boxes, or anything, you can just stick it up on the wall. It’s very convenient.”

While you might be having the time of your life in college, make sure you don’t forget your friends and family. Bring a few stamps along and send some cards.

“It’s fun to mail things to your friends,” said Carrie Borone, a second-year something student. “Add a sticker! Stickers make everyone happy!”

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Volleyball set for 2010the season. She led the Cats in rebounding 21 times this season.

Losing Roudebush and Jones will be nearly impossible for Elliott to replace next season.

“We are losing more than just two basketball players,” Elliott said. “We are losing two guys that were very involved in our leadership. We will be looking for new leadership heading into next season.”

With four recruits joining the team next season, Cincinnati should expect to have more bench depth than they had this year.

One of those new faces for next year is Vanderbilt transfer Chanel Chisholm.

Chisholm played 53 games at Vandy and averaged five points per game during the 2008-09 season.

With added depth and a year of experience under her belt, Elliott is looking forward to the 2010-11 season.

“Hopefully everyone comes in hungry,” Elliott said. “We are looking to improve each year. Everybody needs to get better — coaches and players.”

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Following a disappointing 8-10 (3-8 Big East) season, the University of Cincinnati men’s soccer team has put together a strong schedule for the 2010-11 season in order to prepare for Big East play.

In their 2010-11 campaign, the Bearcats will play four NCAA tournament teams from the 2009 season.

“We’ve put together a challenging non-conference schedule which will prepare us for our Big East season and also position us for an NCAA tournament at-large berth,” said Cincinnati head coach Hylton Dayes.

Preseason training begins Monday, August 16, and the Bearcats will open the season with three exhibitions games against Northern Kentucky, Evansville and Cleveland State.

Cincinnati starts its regular season with four straight home games at Gettler Stadium.

The Bearcats play rival Dayton Wednesday, Sept. 1, and Detroit

Sunday, Sept. 5, before hosting the Big East Adidas Challenge Sept. 10-12, with games against Appalachian State and Fordham.

Cincinnati will play its first regular season road games in the Akron Tournament, where the Bearcats will take on Illinois-Chicago Friday, Sept. 17, and Akron Sunday, Sept. 19.

Akron finished last season as the runner-up in the NCAA tournament and was ranked No. 1 throughout the 2009 season.

The Bearcats will play their annual rivalry match against Xavier University Wednesday, Sept. 29, at the XU Soccer Complex before finishing out regular season non-conference play against Michigan, Wednesday, Oct. 6, in Ann-Arbor.

“Rivalry matches against Dayton and Xavier and a road contest against last year’s national runner-up, Akron, will be an opportunity to test ourselves against one of the top programs in the country,” Dayes said.

Big East play begins at home against Georgetown Saturday, Sept. 25.

From the Big East, the Bearcats

will host Rutgers, Louisville, South Florida and Syracuse.

The Big East road match-ups will be against St. John’s, Seton Hall, Villanova and DePaul.

“We have an excellent home conference schedule with matches against NCAA participants Louisville and USF,” Dayes said. “Combined with our non-conference home games and the Big East Adidas Challenge, this will give fans an opportunity to see high level soccer at Gettler Stadium in 2010.”

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Coming off a 25-11 (12-2 Big East) season, the University of Cincinnati women’s volleyball team will be looking to reclaim their spot as Big East champions and make another appearance in the NCAA tournament.

In the 2010-11 campaign, the lady Bearcats will have to navigate a strong schedule in which they will play seven NCAA Tournament teams from last season.

“I think it’s a very competitive schedule,” said head coach Reed Sunahara. “It will give us a good indication of where we are after the first four weeks and offer some good challenges for our team.”

Cincinnati will start the season at home with

their annual Alumni Game, Saturday, August 21, before heading west to compete in the San Diego State Tournament.

Following the San Diego State Tournament, the Bearcats will stay out west for a match against UC Santa Barbara — an NCAA tournament team from last season — before heading home to host the Bearcat Invitational starting Friday, Sept. 3, at Fifth Third Arena.

The Bearcats will host Kentucky Tuesday, Sept. 7, before competing in their final two non-conference tournaments.

Cincinnati will travel to Charleston, South Carolina, to compete in the Holiday Inn Classic Sept. 10-11, then play in the Big East/Big Ten Challenge Sept. 17-18.

The Bearcats start their Big East schedule at home against Seton Hall and Rutgers Friday, Sept. 24, and Sunday, Sept. 26, respectively.

From the Big East Cincinnati will host DePaul, South Florida, Georgetown, Villanova and Notre Dame — the 2009 Big East regular season champion.

The Bearcats will go on the road to play Big East conference matches against St. John’s, Connecticut and Louisville.

Cincinnati will end its regular season with four road contests against West Virginia, Pittsburgh, Syracuse and Marquette.

The top-eight teams from the conference will be invited to compete in the Big East Tournament, beginning Nov. 19 in Pittsburgh.

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never won a championship in the Queen City. But after being traded to Milwaukee, Robertson, Lew Alcindor (later Kareem Abdul-Jabbar) and the Bucks won the 1971 NBA title.

Today, the O-Train is a staple at UC basketball games. The team he helped make famous might not be as successful as it once was, but Robertson is there in his front-row seat for nearly every home game.

Jack TwymanBefore Robertson began dominating Cincinnati opponents,

the job belonged to another all-time great — Jack Twyman.Still ranking seventh in scoring and second in rebounding

in UC’s record books, Twyman averaged 24.6 points and 16.5 rebounds during his 1954-55 senior season and earned all-American honors.

In the NBA, Twyman became the first player to average more than 30 points in a season when he averaged 31.2 points per game during the 1959-60 season.

A six-time all-star, Twyman went on to be an NBA analyst for ABC into the 1970s and was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1983.

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Third Arena: Robertson, Twyman and Kenyon Martin.Martin was the unanimous choice for Conference USA

Player of the Year in 2000 after he averaged 18.9 points, 9.7 rebounds and 3.5 blocks per game for then head coach Bob Huggins. Martin was a consensus all-American and national Player of the Year as a senior as well and went on to be the No. 1 pick to New Jersey in the 2000 NBA Draft, but his UC career was cut devastatingly short.

I still remember where I was when I first heard the news that Martin broke his leg during the 2000 Conference USA Tournament and would be unable to play in the NCAA tournament.

Cincinnati basketball fans will attest to this day that had Martin not broken his leg before the tournament, the Bearcats would have won the school’s third national championship.

Now with the Denver Nuggets, Martin is still as exciting as ever to watch, although injuries might prevent him from ever reaching that elusive championship.

Cincinnati basketball doesn’t retire jerseys easily. It takes an all-time great to have a name and number hung from the Shoemaker Center rafters.

As new freshmen at the University of Cincinnati, it’s your job as fans to educate yourselves on UC’s all-time greats and other bests of the bests in Cincinnati sports history.

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Other home games include Miami (OH), the University of South Florida, Pittsburgh and Rutgers.

Two of Cincinnati’s toughest games will be on the road at the University of Connecticut — who returns 18 starters — and the always-tough West Virginia University.

With the Cats looking to secure the Big East’s first threepeat since the Miami Hurricanes won four straight from 2000 to 2003, Jones likes what he has seen so far from his team.

“Our players know [how to win] and expect to win. I love their mentality,” Jones said. “We are working to be a top-five or top-10 football team year in and year out and that means you have to do things differently. Our team has a little big of swagger to them and I like that in them.”

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The only real threat to Cincinnati in the Big East will again be the Pittsburgh Panthers.

The Panthers return their star running back Dion Lewis who, as a freshman, ran for 1,799 yards and 17 touchdowns. Against Cincinnati last season, Lewis ran for 194 yards and three touchdowns.

Pitt’s defense will be strong, as they return six starters and feature arguably the best defensive line in the Big East.

Cincinnati also gets Pittsburgh at home this season.Every other team in the Big East lacks the talent to pose any

real threat to Cincinnati. Rutgers lost too many key defensive players; West Virginia

is virtually the same 9-4 team from last season – minus their starting quarterback – and Connecticut, while returning a lot of starters, doesn’t have the depth or talent Pitt and Cincinnati are blessed with.

South Florida lost almost all of its star players to the NFL Draft, while Syracuse and Louisville are going through a rebuilding stage and will be lucky to finish the season with a winning record.

Another Big East championship means another BCS bowl birth, where maybe the third time will be the charm and the Bearcats will finally win one.

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