The Bell Ringer

Grant Money Helps Promote Literacy Among Children in Richmond County

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Nursery rhymes and fairy tales are not just for fun anymore, if two professors have anything to do with it.

Paulette Harris, a Cree-Walker professor for the College of Education, and director for the Literacy Center, and Walter Evans, a professor of English, recently received grants from the University System of Georgia as a way to promote literacy and pre-literacy.

Have Students Even Noticed The New ATM in the JSAC?

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

A new ATM in the JSAC now stands beside the HigherOne ATM, but do students even use it or even know it's there?

According to Beth Schwenzfeier, accounts receivable manager in the business office,the end of a five-year contract brought about new negotiations that ultimately led to the demise of the old Wachovia ATM.

LibQual Survey May Bring Some Positive Changes to Reese Library

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Recently, students at Augusta State University have been receiving e-mails alerting them about a survey, which if completed, comes with a chance to win some prizes.

The Reese Library conducted the LibQual + survey, which ran from the beginning of March to April 2.

No Budget for the Search for A Women's Studies Director

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Recent budget cuts have put a stop to the interviewing and hiring efforts associated with finding a new director for the Department of Women's Studies.

With a lack of verifiable information regarding a future candidate to lead the department, students have began to speculate that without a permanent director to head up the department, the women's studies program might soon disband.

Smokers Say "Butt Out"

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Students that like to enjoy a cigarette between classes may soon find themselves walking off campus in order to light up.

This scenario became a possibility after the Student Government Association (SGA) proposed a resolution on April 16 that would ban smoking on the Augusta State University campus.

Students Can Shop for Free At the Career Center Closet

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Students can now shop on campus.

Career Closet is a new event developed for students who are seeking employment after and during their educational journey. With the help of Suntrust Bank and other community members, students will find free suits and other professional outfits in the Career Center at Augusta State University.

The Heath Care Debate Heats Up

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

A health care reform debate sponsored by the Department of Student Activities and mediated by James Tanner, the coordinator of leadership and Greek life, recently took place on campus. Guests at the event voiced their opinions as they enjoyed stir-fried tofu and chocolate pie.

The Unsolved Mystery Of the Stolen TVs

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The Department of Public Safety has offered a reward for any information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the disappearance of three flat screen televisions from the science building.

The cash reward is intended to entice anyone with firsthand knowledge of the crime to come forward and help them identify who stole three 42-inch LG flat screen TVs that were being temporarily stored on tables in a laboratory room which is unlocked and available to all students during regular daytime operations.

"The Grille" Offers Good Food, Great Golf and Excellent Service

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

In a beautiful, country club atmosphere, The Grille offers great, unique dishes that college students and golfers alike can enjoy.

The manager of The Grille, Cathy Walker, is no stranger to good food. As a cook who enjoys baking, Walker moved her restaurant, The Jury Room, from its downtown location to the Forest Hills Golf Course over a year ago.

African-American Golf Exhibition Displays Pride and Heritage

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The African-American Golf Exhibition at The Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History displays the vigor and pride of black golfers in Augusta, Ga.

The exhibit, which highlights the many roles blacks played in golf, also features paintings by local artist and avid golfer, Sam Barnes.

Annual Concert Rocks Out with Major Stars

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Golf patrons and music lovers came together for a good cause on April 6, as the 6th annual Rock Fore Dough concert came into town.

This year's show featured two of music's hottest acts, the Goo Goo Dolls and Colbie Caillat. Will McCranie, a local favorite, and Mark Bryan, formally of Hootie and the Blowfish, also performed at the event.

Anoushka Shankar Performs Innovative Indian Classics

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Classic and new-age Indian music sounded through the halls of the Maxwell Theater, as a nearly-full house sat back and enjoyed a culturally-enriching experience. The sitar, tabla, flute, kanjira, mridangam and tanpura were perfectly married together and would have caught the attention of even the most uninterested humanities student.

Biology Student Graduates in Three Years with a Perfect GPA

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Kristin Scarlette Timmons will be graduating from Augusta State University in only 3 years with a Biology degree and a 4.0 GPA.

As a member of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, Timmons is a recipient of the Emil K. Urban Student Research Award in Biology, the McCrary Science Award, Scholastic Achievement Award and the ADP Scholar for Augusta State, meaning that she is considered the most outstanding senior of this year's graduating class.

Brand New Club Introduces Jiu Jitusu Self-Defense

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The recently chartered Jaguar Jiu Jitusu Self-Defense Club packs a punch on campus.

The club, which tries to promote the realistic uses of self-defense, was first conceived by Scott Smalls, professor of biology. Upon contacting interested students, Smalls was joined by Daniel Barber, junior communications and sociology major and current Jiu Jitusu club president .

Spanish Major Wins A Prestigious Language Award

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Cindy Burton, senior Spanish major, was raised in Lima, Peru and moved to Dallas at the age of 18. She attended the Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos and planned only to visit the U.S. for three months to better learn English. Once she was in America, Burton's aunt and uncle encouraged her to stay.

Summer Events to Look Out For in Augusta

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

We are already in the fourth month of the new year, and already Augusta, Ga. has been marked by a number of exciting events.

Up and coming country singer Natalie Stovall made a visit at the Augusta State University Amphitheater in February in celebration of homecoming On March 28, Bill Cosby did two stand-up performances at the Bell Auditorium.

This Week in History

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

April 27, 1667: Blind poet John Milton sold the copyright of his work "Paradise Lost" for a mere 10 pounds. Once written, the poem was hailed as a masterpiece of the English language. April 28, 1945: Benito Mussolini and his Mistress Clara Petacci were shot and killed by Italian partisans as they attempted to flee Switzerland.

Wycliffe Gordon Rocks Augusta State Amphitheatre

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Wycliffe Gordon, the world-renown and critically-acclaimed trombone player, captivated Augusta music lovers as he performed with the ASU Jazz Ensemble at Augusta State University.

The show entitled, "Jazz Under The Stars," featured Gordon, who is an Augusta native, as the guest performer.

Smoking Should Continue To Be Allowed on Campus

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Smoking is unhealthy. That's a fact that cannot be refuted or denied by anyone. However, this fact alone has lead many people to believe that just because they are personally opposed to smoking that they can be treated any way at all with impunity.

The SGA's proposed ban that would have eliminated smoking on campus is a prime example of how a small number of people in positions of "authority" think that they can and should be able to control the lives of individuals from a portion of society that they do not agree with.

Stop Smoking On Campus

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Lung and nasal infections. Chest discomfort. Coughing. Mucus. Low birth-weight babies. Cancer.

Whether you want to acknowledge the above ailments and conditions or not, secondhand smoke is hazardous and will affect your health negatively. It can be as simple as a sinus infection, or as devastating as lung cancer, but cigarette smoking is an unhealthy habit that produces a myriad of health-related issues.

Disc Golf Team Takes Home National Title

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

For the first time in the Collegiate Disc Golf Championship's four year history, local favorites Augusta State Univery managed to bring home the title as well as individual honors.

The victory also marks the first time that a team outside the Southeastern Conference has won the event since Georgia's two titles in 2007 and 2008, with Mississippi State claiming last year's championship.

Enjoy Summer Baseball With The GreenJackets

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

With the school year quickly coming to a close, the opportunities to enjoy a little Augusta GreenJackets baseball are plentiful. They also come with chances to take part in some of the promotions being offered by Augusta's premier Minor League Baseball team.

Future of Augusta State Men's Basketball Program

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

After another successful season, the Augusta State Jaguars are facing a dilemma. How will they replace the five seniors that are leaving the program?

The Jaguars are returning five players off of the 2009-10 team junior guard Caleb Brown, junior forward Howard Brown, junior forward Frank Ndongo, sophomore guard Tye Beal, and freshman forward Travis Keels.

Lady Jags Welcome A New Basketball Coach

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Following a dismal season in which they won only one game, the Augusta State University women's basketball team is preparing for next season with a new head coach. Nate Teymer, who comes to the Jaguar program from Southern Polytechnic State University, will take the helm of a Lady Jaguar basketball team that lost the final 22 games of the 2009-2010 season.

Professional Athletes' Talent Gives Them No Right to 'Take'

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

No matter how well professional athletes of any sport perform on the field or court, it does not give them the right to physically or sexually impose themselves on women.

The culture of the American pro athlete is not complete without the throngs of adoring female fans, commonly called 'groupies.