The West Georgian

Film Studies benefit from library growth

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Collections at the Ingram Library continue to grow and provide students with a wide range of resources at their disposal. Specifically, the film collection continues to increase and Criterion Collection movies are now readily available to all for use.

The Criterion Collection is a series of contemporary and classic films that are gathered worldwide and re-published with the highest level of quality and supplemented with additional packaging information related to the movie.

Z-6 helps students celebrate Earth Week with events

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

On April 22, 1970, America celebrated its very first Earth Day. Founded by Senator Gaylord Nelson, Nelson sought to address and inform the general public about the environmental problems plaguing the earth, such as pollution, biodiversity, and global warming; in addition, Senator Nelson strived to encourage politicians and the general public to implement helpful environmental ideas.

Students give back to campus during Earth Day

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Despite landscaping prohibitions set by Governor Sonny Perdue, ten new trees were planted on April 22 as part of the Earth Day celebrations going on around campus.

"I was able to arrange a tree planting to be held with our facilities and grounds coordinator, James Hembree.

Commuter Student Association to aid UWG's commuter students

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The average commuter student could tell you that there are problems with the daily drive.

National Society of Collegiate Scholars making their mark on campus

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The National Society of Collegiate Scholars is the nation's premiere honor organization for high achieving students. Founded in 1994 at The George Washington University in Washington, D.C., NSCS recognizes outstanding academic achievement among first and second year college students.

UWG Debate Team finishes 2007-2008 season on strong note

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

For the past 13 years, the Assistant Dean of the UWG Honors College and UWG Debate coach, Dr. Michael Hester, has led the UWG Debate team to much success. Along with Dr. Hester's leadership and tutelage, UWG star debaters Geoff Lundeen and Jim Schultz have attributed greatly to the UWG Debate team's success.

Carroll County residents and UWG students rally for the fight against cancer

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Mother Nature held off the rain on Friday, April 25 to allow community members of Carroll County to unite to Fight Cancer. The local event kicked off at 6 p.m. on Friday at the VFW Fairgrounds off of Bankhead Highway. Participants from all teams gathered and hit the track promptly.

STAND and Adam Sterling making a difference in Darfur

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

On Thursday, April 24, STAND-A Student Anti-Genocide Coalition and Adam Sterling, Director of the Sudan Divestment Taskforce made a powerful mark on the UWG campus to inform people on the situations taking place in Darfur, Sudan.

They had a massive info session in the lower Z6 discussing the ongoing genocide in the Darfur region of western Sudan that began in 2003, when the government of Sudan began sponsoring attacks against the people of Darfur.

Tips to battle rising gas prices

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

As students have seen, gas prices are on the rise. Students who live away from Carrollton have to choose whether they want to go home for the weekend, or if it is best for them just to stay on campus. Gas prices are at an all time high and who knows when the next time they will be below $3.

Second Annual Kappa Sigma volleyball tournament

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Saturday, April 12 was not just the typical Saturday afternoon. Music, free food, prizes and friendly competition were all apart of Kappa Sigma's Second Annual Volleyball Tournament hosted by River's Edge Apartments. This year, over 10 four-member teams competed with the first place boys' and girls' teams winning over $400 in cash.

Campus Police Blotter - April

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

April 21, 2008- University Drive At 1:45 p.m., UWG police were called about two males driving an older blue-grey Chevrolet vehicle with a vinyl top. Caller reported the males had parked their car so she could not leave and were attempting to talk to her. Police arrived on scene, but the subjects had already left.

Auxiliary Services releases results of Bus and Transportation Survey

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Students who rode the bus around campus last month may have taken a survey asking them what they thought of the transportation system on campus. This initiative was headed up headed up by Mark Reeves, director of Auxiliary Services. Reeves is also in charge of Parking and Transportation this semester.

Letters to the West Georgian...

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

First and foremost, I am not ashamed to say that I support Dr. Sewell's e-mails to the anonymous student that were also reportedly received by many other black students on campus. If you would allow me to clarify, I would be honored to explain why a white, recent graduate of UWG, is supporting what many are taking as actions of philandering at best, and racist at worst.

West Georgian online responses to..."illegal email campaigning" article

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Students had a lot to say about the allegations of misconduct leveled against Dr. Sewell and his associates in the SGA last week. Some were offended, and others saw nothing wrong with his actions. Here is a sample of the comments pulled from http://www.thewestgeorgian.

This is the end. My only friend, the end

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

As clichéd as it sounds, it's hard to believe that I'm sitting here typing my final editorial this semester. It's even harder to believe that this same editorial will be my last at the West Georgian. It seemed like only the other day that I started classes as a wide-eyed freshman looking for something to be interested in on campus.

Dear Dana, my girlfriend listens to really crappy music!

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Dear Dana, My girlfriend listens to really crappy music. It's like Britney Spears, Gwen Stefani, and the entire "American Idol" soundtrack. Every time we get into the car it's a freaking battle for the CD player, and I always let her win, but I'm miserable.

SGA corruption, rigged election, and a declaration

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The SGA election was rigged, and the majority decision is not being implemented. According to the numbers provided by a representative of the University, the 'winner' of the election, Rob Kelly, accumulated 1,051 votes, and Shelby Barker supposedly came in second place with 583 votes.

So, you're graduating...

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

You came, you conquered, and now graduation is a heartbeat away. As Sean Connery in "The Untouchables" would say, "What are you prepared to do?"

Summer movies to look forward to

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

With schooling ending in barely two weeks, the summer will be soon upon us and you will be forced with that timely routine question of "what's coming out this summer?" Danielle and I have decided to construct a list of what to look for this summer, good and bad.

Upcoming games I'd probably review if not for graduation

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Just as every video game has its ending, I regrettably must also bring my gaming column to a close as the long-awaited "graduation ending" quickly approaches in the game of "my life." Instead of mulling over what last game reviewed would have the most impact or be the most symbolic, I decided it was impossible to pick one.

Annual Sunbelt Jazz Festival returns

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

On Friday, April 25 at 8 p.m., the Department of Music held its twenty-third annual Sunbelt Jazz Festival at the Townsend Center for the Performing Arts, making it its 51st event for the 2007-2008 school year. The auditorium was nearly two-thirds full, comprised of parents and children, UWG students, faculty and jazz admirers.

Post Rock: A look into music without lyrics

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

March 13th. "Explosions in the Sky" are set to perform at the Variety Playhouse for an unprecedented two shows, one in the afternoon and another in the evening. The Austin, Texas natives are no stranger to the Atlanta area, as they have been playing here for roughly five years now, presenting their unique instrumental music to larger and larger crowds every time.

Ultimate frisbee playoffs close another season

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Every spring here at West Georgia, two major intramural sports bring our school year to a close. The main sport that catches attention of UWG students is softball. However, 10 or 11 teams annually sign up for Ultimate Frisbee. The spectator attendance is usually lower, because of game times on Friday afternoons, but for those involved, the lack of a crowd isn't usually a deterrent.

UWG golfer to compete in NCAA Division II Super Regional

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Usually when a star player from West Georgia competes in the Gulf South Conference Tournament, they can only go as far as their team goes and when the team loses, the season is ultimately over.

However, UWG Senior golfer Brandon Bennett was given the opportunity to keep playing after he was selected to compete in the NCAA Division II South/South Central Super Regional.

Atlanta Hawks are shocking the world in the 2008 NBA Playoffs

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

"It's time to shock the world," screamed PA announcer Ryan Cameron to a sell-out crowd of 20,016 in Phillips Arena during Game 4 of the NBA Playoffs on Monday night. Over the past four days the Atlanta Hawks have done just that and shocked the world.

Preparing for a very important Game 5 that many people believed would never happen is now on, Wednesday night in Boston.