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Rain didn’t stop Sept. 17 Board of

Trustees meeting
football pep rally Kristen Litchfield
Editor-in-Chief

Thursday morning the Board of Trustees unveiled UNC Charlotte’s

Master Plan as the University is expected to accommodate 35,000
students by 2020. Currently the enrollment is 24,700.
Kevin King, who works for the Ayers Saint Gross consulting firm,
made the presentation to the trustees. The plan includes an on-campus
football stadium, quads, and an arts center. The Master Plan also
includes several features that have been hot topics around campus;
more classrooms, more residential space, and parking spaces.
Ayers Saint Gross’s main objectives are to “strengthen the college
experience, create memorable places, and build stronger relations
with nearby neighborhoods.”
The Board of Trustees will vote on the Master Plan’s proposal at
their November meeting.
The plan is still not complete as items including pedestrian
circulation improvements, new buildings, recreational fields, and the
football stadium, have details that remain unresolved.
According to University officials, new student residential halls
will require close to $475 million over the next few years.

Before the Board of Trustees meeting students rallied showing their support for 49er football
Will Grier
Managing Editor
In the wee hours of the morning on this
past Thursday, UNC Charlotte hosted Fox
News Rising in the new Student Union.
A few hundred students came and went;
overall the turnout was lower than projected.
This was probably due to the torrential
downpour that morning.
Julie Owens, a Junior Communications
major, commented on the success of the rally
saying that, “it was an overall good turn
out,” she continued, “It was good to see all
of the supporters of 49er football.”
The host of Fox News Rising, Jon Wilson
or just ‘Wilson,’ showed a great amount
of enthusiasm towards UNC Charlotte’s
journey to 49er football–sporting his very
own 49er jersey– and had no trouble keeping
the crowd’s momentum going.
Cheering fans shouting, “Forty Niner”
echoed throughout campus and all of that
49er pride made it to the television screens
of the surrounding area.
When talking with Wilson, Athletics
Director, Judy Rose, boasted that the FSL
program had reached 65 percent of their
target goal, they have so far raised $3.3
Charlotte wins
first tournament
Michael Golly/Photo title in three years
million out of the $5 million needed to get so many shows of support that I’m beginning
the program off the ground. to wonder if students aren’t becoming weary
The University Times talked to Tim of them.”
Ernst, former Student Body President, and
he commented on the FSL program. He
said, “Ideally we would have sold them all in
the first day, but we need to set more realistic
expectations given the current challenges
that people are facing.” Ernst, optimistically
added, “There’s no question in my mind that
we’ll have the financial support we need for
football to become a reality.”
After talking with Ben Bowers,
President of Niner Nation Gold about why
Niner Nation Gold, in conjunction with the
Athletics Department, hosted this event he
mentioned that, “The March is meant to
help in establishing football tradition here
at Charlotte, even before it gets here.” He
continued, “We chose this event due to its
impact last year when we marched in the
name of getting football and because its
the type of event that can evolve over time
until we’re marching to our first game with
players, coaches, etc.”
When asked about student support Alex Georgi/Photo
with the football initiative Ernst said, “I Freshman Jenna Litoborski scored 38 kills at the Comfort Suites
think students are still very much behind Coastal Carolina Tournament.
football.“ He continued, “There have been Michael Golly/Photo Kristen Litchfield
Editor-in-Chief

The 49ers volleyball team claimed the title of their first tournament
in three seasons after they swept UNC Wilmington (25-22, 25-20, 25-
14) in the Comfort Suites Coastal Carolina Tournament.
After the tournament, Charlotte progresses to 8-6 on the season.
Senior co-captain Kaitlin Knight recorded 39 digs and seven
service aces and was named the MVP of the tournament. Freshman
Jenna Litoborski earned her second All-Tournament team honors and
sophomore setter Sheri Davis earned All-Tournament team honors
after recording 78 assists, 13 kills and 16 digs.
In game one, the Niners went head to head with host Coastal
Carolina, where Charlotte took the 3-1 victory (27-25, 25-21, 20-25,
25-17).
In the first set, Coastal took a 4-1 lead, but the Niners pushed
forward and tied the set at five. Both teams struggled to maintain a
lead of more than three.
Charlotte took control of the second set. Senior Jenn Webb gave
Charlotte the 16-15 lead in the second set, and with some assistance
from Davis, the two were able to capitalize on three Coastal errors.
The Chanticleers fell behind 1-0 in the third set, but jumped out
to a 9-3 lead, pushing the match into the fourth set.
Andrew Lichtenhan/Photo Redshirt junior Kat Hicks, freshman Bianca Rouse, and

Unreasonable search and seizure

UNC Charlotte hosts forum on schools and your Fourth Amendment rights
Jenna Hege
Staff Writer
Thursday, Sept. 17 in
observance of Constitution
Day, hundreds of UNC
Charlotte students came
to Rowe Building, for the
presentation, “Strip Searches
at School - How Far is Too
Far?” The lecture was based
on the Fourth Amendment,
unreasonable searches and
seizures.
This year’s panel was led by
Judge Louis A. Trosch, Jr., of
Mecklenburg County, Andre F.
Mayes, an attorney for Charlotte
Mecklenburg Schools, and
Valerie E. Pearce, managing
attorney for the Council for
Children’s Rights. The panel
discussed the importance of
the Fourth Amendment and
knowing your rights.
The speakers stressed the
significance of having safety
in the school system while
respecting people’s privacy.
The topics addressed ranged
from search warrants, the
difference between probable
cause and reasonable suspicion,
and zero tolerance policies in
schools.
The case of Safford Unified
School District vs. Redding
was also discussed. A 13-year-
old girl, Savana Redding, was
forced to take off her clothing
because a classmate told
school officials that she was
in possession of prescription
strength ibuprofen. No drugs
were found.
Students who have children
raised several questions
concerning what they could
do to protect their children,
concerned that young children
may not understand the idea of
giving consent to these types of
searches.
Trosch gave advice to school
administrators, school officers
and students. He told parents
“Make sure your kids have a
basic understanding of their
rights” and told school officials
“to be reasonable….take a
conservative approach.”
Pearce told students, “You
have to balance the safety in
schools.” The panel mentioned
that there is a line that can easily
be crossed when authorities
become too invasive.
The seminar ended as
Kathleen Nicolaides, a lecturer
in the Criminal Justice and
Criminology Department at
UNC Charlotte, opened the
microphone to students to
question the speakers.
“I thought it was
enlightening. The panel was
very informative and they knew
the material well. I don’t think
schools are going too far,” said
UNC Charlotte student Curtiss
Donaldson.
Jamey Anderson, another
UNCC student said “I thought
it was good. The panel brought
out both sides. I don’t think it
was biased.”
Litoborski recorded 10 or more kills for the Niners, with 12, 11, and
10, respectively.
“It was a very exciting match for Coastal’s home opener,” said
head coach Chris Redding. “They had a great crowd and played hard.
I was pleased with how we played with balance.”
In the Niners second match of the tournament, they faced Western
Carolina. Charlotte swept the Catamounts 3-0 (25-15, 25-19, 25-21).
The win puts the volleyball squad’s record about .500 for the first
time this season.
Litoborski led the squad with 14 kills, while Rouse recorded 11
and Hicks led the team with 12 digs.
In the title match, against UNC Wilmington, Litoborski had 14
kills and Rouse added 11 kills. Knight recorded a tournament-high
18 digs in the title match.
The match between the Niners and the Seahawks saw nine ties
and four lead changes in just the first set. In the second set, there were
seven ties and two lead changes, and in the final set there were only
two ties and one lead change.
Charlotte scored on 63 percent of the Seahawks serves in the
opening set, 66 percent in the second, and 71 percent in the final set.
“We felt fortunate to hang on against a tough Western Carolina
team. In the Wilmington match, we pulled through to win our first
tournament of the year. UNCW was tough and did not quit. We have
just the one more match against Davidson before our conference
season begins and we’re very excited to battle that cross-town rival,”
said Redding.
Charlotte will play host to cross-town rival Davidson tonight at 7
p.m. inside Halton Arena, before beginning their conference play on
the road at Temple and La Salle this weekend.
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Career Expo offers employment, from part-
time gig to full-time professional
Brian McCormick
Staff Writer
Wednesday, Sept. 16 marked the annual
University Career Expo hosted by the University
Career Center. Held on the third floor of the
Student Activity Center, the University Career
Expo is the second of such job related fairs to come
to the UNC Charlotte campus this year. The first
was the Job Fair held on Aug. 26. What makes the
University Career Expo different from the Job Fair
held last month is mostly in the title. The University
Career Expo allows for graduating seniors, current
undergraduates, and alumni to explore available
employment opportunities after graduation. Given
the current job market, the University Career
Center emphasized it is here to help.
Hosting just over 67 companies on Wednesday,
the University Career Expo offered employers
such as Abercrombie & Fitch, the Greensboro
and Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Departments,
Travelers Insurance and Duke Energy the
opportunity to come face to face with UNC
Charlotte students.
Even though the fair was called the “Career
Expo”, many employers offered full-time, part-
time and internship positions, knowing the average
college student has a lot on their plate.
Along with the employers in attendance, the
University Career Center also hosted a table that
provided students with information on what the
University Career Center can do for them. With fifty
percent of the employers in attendance accepting
applications and resumes from all majors, the UNC
Charlotte Career Expo offered very impressive
student attendance and employment diversity.
Karri Murray, Senior Assistant Director of
Publicity and Outreach said that even though
employee attendance has slacked off from a record
150 employers last fall to a meager 67 this year due
to the recession, it is still important for students to
network as much as possible.
“Students should try and take advantage anytime
employers are on campus”, Murray said. “It’s a great
place to get face to face with employers.”
In case you missed the Career Expo this fall,
The University Career Center will be hosting
another Career Fair April 7. If you are a graduating
senior planning to graduate in the fall, the Career
Expo on April 7 will be opened for alumni, so you
can still attend. The last scheduled Career/Job Fair
for this fall will be held on Oct. 6 and will focus
on public service jobs in government and nonprofit
organizations.
For more information about The University
Career Center, or the upcoming fairs, visit them at
their campus location in Atkins 150, or visit their
Web site at http://www.career.uncc.edu.

Study Abroad Fair tells students

foreign studies are affordable
Jamie Brown
Staff Writer
On Sept. 15, the UNC Charlotte Office of
Education Abroad held their fall 2009 fair, offering
students the opportunity to explore the many
global educational options available. The fair took
place around the Belk Tower, where representatives
for each program offered through the school were
present with faculty directors, students who have
studied abroad and international students currently
studying abroad at UNC Charlotte.
Study Abroad opportunities are offered for all
majors, all upper classmen and feature programs in
practically every country. Brad Sekulich, director
of the Study Abroad program said, “they send
between 400-450 students abroad per year.” They
are able to send so many partly because of the
great financial aid and scholarships the university
offers, which makes traveling abroad affordable for
anyone. The department’s mission statement reads,
“dedicated to providing the most academically
sound, cost-effective, and enjoyable programs
available.”
UNC Charlotte is one of the few universities that
let students use their financial aid on Study Abroad
programs, in addition to several outstanding Study cards, online services, medical and life insurance, several semesters of a specific language, while
Abroad scholarships. excursions, and more. others require no knowledge. There are programs
The price of study depends on which location Studying abroad is more than attending classes offering opportunities for beginners in a language
students choose, and the length of time they wish at another university. By adding an international from intermediate to advanced.
to study. When studying at sea, a fall and spring experience, it can be a defining advantage Other opportunities aren’t just limited to
voyage lasts 100-110 days, while the summer trips on a resumé and can help to make you more “studying” abroad. At UNC Charlotte, internships
last 65-70 days. Therefore, prices range from $500- employable. Other benefits include the access to abroad are arranged jointly by the career center, the
$1,000. international jobs, the office of education abroad, and the department that
If a student decides
The department’s mission state- networking contacts grants internship credit. There is also the option to
to study by land, the gained, and the work abroad. While students may not be able to
cost tends to be higher. ment reads, “dedicated to pro- possibility of taking make much they can break even on their trip, while
A semester in a large viding the most academically courses not offered still gaining experience. A student can volunteer
city like London cost at UNC Charlotte, their services on important community projects
sound, cost-effective, and en-
around $14,500. A while obtaining involving health care, agriculture, community
semester in a small city joyable programs available.” credit for all approved development, youth camps, and house-building
like Salamanca, Spain
UNC Charlotte Study Abroad Dept. academic coursework projects.
cost around $8,500. abroad. There is also If studying abroad sounds like an experience
However, a summer the experience of worth exploring, the first step is to sign up for
program at either of developing a firsthand an information session to get a general overview
these locations costs half the price as the listed understanding of other cultures, people and places, of the education abroad process offered at
semester cost. as well as experiencing a new way of life. the universityInformation is available in the
Whether it is a year-long program, semester, Crystal Lucas, an eager student hoping to travel International Resource Center in the Office of
spring break, or even a semester at sea, UNC abroad, wants to apply her education firsthand Education Abroad, located in the College of Health
Charlotte offers an opportunity for everyone. and “study up close, using the things I learned in and Human Services building.
Most programs present a list of accommodations class.”
including tuition, housing, mobile phones, calling As for prerequisites, some programs require

Sigma Alpha Epsilon

introduces “True
Gentlemen Initiative”
Jamie Brown interest group and be founding members. Students
Staff Writer will be able to decide what kind of fraternity they
want, have input on decisions, and create their own
The True Gentlemen Society, an interest group unique culture.
affiliated with Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity, is Since the pledge week, which took place the
now at UNC Charlotte. SAE has over 215 chapters first week of September, the fraternity welcomed
at colleges and universities, making it the largest 23 members and hopes to have close to 40 brothers
social fraternity in North America with over by the end of the year. No need to worry if you still
275,000 members and close to 8,500 undergraduate want to become a member, the group has an “open
brothers. door policy” and offers students the opportunity to
Famous alumni include actors David Spade and join at any time.
Fred Savage, basketball legend Phil Jackson, and Next year, once the fraternity is organized, the
singer Nick Lachey. group plans to move to a fraternity house in Greek
According to the group, to be the definition of Village.
a true gentleman “one must conduct himself with
good will and an acute sense of propriety...his self-
control must be equal in all emergencies.” Being
a member also means you must involve yourself
in weekly meetings and socials, which average
between four to six hours total.
John Stingfellow, the True Gentleman Province
Alumni Secretary says, “{Sigma Alpha Epsilon]
place a strong emphasis on academics, community
service and philanthropy, student involvement in
campus organizations, and intramural sports.”
There are several unique aspects to this
program. One consists of a four week pledge
program, compared to others that range from 10-
12 weeks. After these weeks, the student becomes
an automatic member with no waiting and no
probationary period.
Where other fraternities range from $500 to
$1,000 per semester, the True Gentlemen Society
costs $150 per semester, which makes it the least
expensive on campus.
Stringfellow stressed that the group is not
meant for members who want to party, however, he
is looking for a few students that want to form an
viewpoint
To live on or off, that is the question
Which is the better choice as a UNC Charlotte student, living on or off campus
Dakota Mcleymore
Staff Writer
The heated debate of whether or not someone
should live on campus has been an issue that
students have been facing since UNC Charlotte
started to grow exponentially. The question of
to live on campus or not is an easy one, live on
campus.
Living on campus has its perks. Although it
seems juvenile, you have perfect security. Each
night, a security guard looks over your building
until the early hours of the morning. This guard
makes sure that you are safe in your building. The
guard also makes rounds along each hallway to
ensure a safe environment for all.
Living on-campus allows you to live in a diverse
type of housing. From living in the high-rises to
living in an apartment, to even a mansion size
house, UNC Charlotte’s diverse housing can suit
any ones needs. As students progress into their
education, many want to live in apartment style
housings, which leads students off campus. Few
students realize that there are ample apartments
on campus ranging from Laurel to Phase V and
more.
The social aspect of college is also a major
component of living on campus as well. Although
off-campus housing in apartment complexes offer
you the chance to socialize, living on campus gives
you a great chance of meeting people.
By simply having a little ‘get together’ in your
room, to talking to your neighbors in your on-
Walt Disney World gets facelift, expands
Kristen Litchfeld
Editor-in-Chief
The Happiest Place on Earth, or Walt Disney
World, for you unenlightened Disney fans, is
undergoing a facelift.
On Sept. 12, the Walt Disney Co. and its
Imagineers announced the Fantasyland (in Disney’s
Magic Kingdom) expansion and the refurbishing
of several classic attractions.
Among the attractions that are getting a facelift
in the Magic Kingdom are the Hall of Presidents,
Haunted Mansion, and Pirates of the Caribbean.
The Hall of Presidents opened its doors
in Liberty Square in 1971. The animatronic
presentation of the United States former presidents
was closed for eight months and reopened in July
with a new addition, President Barack Obama.
The opening film was reworked with more
spotlight time for Abraham Lincoln and George
Washington.
Haunted Mansion had some minor remodeling
done, including a new Escher-esque stairwell scene,
attic updates, and several technical advances.
Ricky Brigante, creative director of Orlando
Attractions Magazine, told the Orlando Sentinel,
“I think just about every Haunted Mansion fan
out there was concerned when they announced
they would be [doing] some pretty decent-sized
changes. I was there first thing in the morning
when it reopened, and I was pleasantly surprised
that it definitely retained the same classic feeling
that it has had for decades, but at the same time,
updating it for today’s technology and today’s
audience that expects a bit more.”
What actually gets lost in translation
Tiffany Handy
Staff Witer
Charlotte Bronte, Jane Austen, Mary Shelley,
Lewis Carroll, Charles Dickens and so many other
great names have been forsaken as their stories
live on through motion pictures. While some
professors recognize the importance of requiring
their students to actually read some of the classics,
others resort to modern day movies.
Keira Knightley may have made a good
Elizabeth Bennet, but the viewer does not get
to know her as sagaciously as the reader. This
misrepresentation is also found in Alice in “Alice’s
Adventures in Wonderland,” where the inquisitive
little girl Lewis Carroll developed in the original
story is deprived of wit in the 1951 Disney version.
As more and more classic stories are translated
into motion pictures, the satirical, symbolic,
imagerial and ideological literary world the original
author was trying to convey is abandoned for an
hour and a half visual experience. People may know
the rudimentary story, but they do not understand
the full story how the author means to portray it.
One may ask why it is necessary to know all the
depths of a story. Why should they waste their time
reading and analyzing a book when they can get
the basics from a movie? The answer is simple. A
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campus housing and going to dinner, the social
components of living on-campus are endless.
Living on campus gives you the right to
consume alcohol. Contrary to popular belief, if you
are of the legal age to consume alcohol, you can
drink in your dorm room. You just have to make
sure you can drink in your building.
Buildings such as Lynch are ‘dry’
because they are mostly filled by
freshmen.
The most thankful portion
of living on-campus would be
the parking. Although still
scarce like a drop of water
in the middle of a drought,
you can park your car and not
have to worry about moving
it. If you live on-campus, you
really don’t have to drive to class
because you can simply take a
trolley or better yet, walk. Also, you
don’t have to move your car unless
you have to go off-campus. Few people
who live on-campus truly have to leave campus to
go and get food due to Outtakes and the numerous
of dining places on-campus.
Finally, the dining option on-campus is a
positive as well. Although not open to the hours
most college students want, the dining locations
on-campus provide a vast variety of food. From
pizza to burgers, UNC Charlotte’s food locations
are a great option for those who live on-campus.
After huge success from the Disney “Pirates
of the Caribbean” films, based loosely off of the
Magic Kingdom ride, the Walt Disney Co. decided
to add animatronic characters representing Johnny
Depp’s character of Jack Sparrow.
Currently, the Magic Kingdom roller coaster,
Space Mountain, is also undergoing some ‘secret’
changes. The only thing Disney is disclosing is
there is a new track, but rest assured, the design
will remain the same. Since the renovations began
in Tomorrowland in April, the cosmic roller coaster
is set to reopen in Nov.
Along with the renovations, Disney
executives are set to begin the largest
expansion the theme park has seen. The
new plan is set to double Fantasyland,
home to Dumbo the Flying Elephant, It’s
a Small World, and Cinderella’s Golden
Carrousel.
Disney executives plan to add a new
ride based on “The Little Mermaid.”
Which, as an avid Disney traveler, makes
me very happy because “The Little
Mermaid” is my all-time favorite movie.
The iconic Spaceship Earth in Epoct
was recently renovated as it features new
scenes and animatronics, and an onboard
touch-screen activity in the second half of
the ride.
Eric Jacobson, senior vice president for
Walt Disney Imagineering told Orlando
Sentinel, “in this day and age of Wii and
Nintendo, interaction has become much
more expected from our own population
in general. So giving kids and adults
friend may try to explain certain characteristics of
you to a stranger: brown eyes, funny, smart, tall;
but, until that stranger actually meets you, they
will never truly know. Do you want someone to
assume they know you based on someone else’s
apprehensions? Most likely you do not.
Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein” is a frightening
story about a monster that kills innocent people.
Movies may portray different angles with different
sympathetic approaches; however, the viewer’s
understanding of the story is subjected to how the
producer interpreted the novel.
What the movie watcher may not know is that
18-year-old Mary Shelley spent countless hours
trying to put together a story that reflected her
opinion of women’s rights in the Romantic era.
The story of Frankenstein’s monster has multiple
levels of meaning, but the feminist approach is one
of the most well-known and respected analyses.
As the daughter of feminist philosopher Mary
Wollstonecraft, Mary Shelley assumed many of
the same views as her mother. In 1818, the year the
first edition of “Frankenstein” was published in
London, women had little to no social or political
rights.
It was not until the 1831 edition that Mary was
credited as being the author. Just like Charlotte
Bronte with many of her novels, Mary did not want
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GREGG Gensler in your personal bathroom. There you can also
Staff writer handle any repercussions of “bad” drinking nights
without much embarrassment usually.
When you first transfer to UNC Charlotte Simultaneously, having an off-campus house
like I did, you find yourself facing a tough choice: plus those amenities can be essential for throwing
should I live on or off campus? You may want to parties. Partying is at the core of college; the two
venture out into an apartment to meet some new coexist for each other. But events with a good
roommates, or live with some old friends in number of people can be hard to get going on-
that dorm room that opened up, or vice campus since there are some around that need
versa. Either way, there’s still a big their sound levels respected. Not to mention
decision to be made. The place the alcohol-free ‘dry dorms’ and wonderfully
you pick will be your home for respected UNC Charlotte Police Department.
at least a few months. The odds are stacked against the life of the party.
If you really think about it But the biggest reason to make off-campus
though, you’ll realize it’s not your home is for the freedom. That completely
such a tough choice. Living off- independent feeling doesn’t become real until
campus is better by leaps and you’re in a place that’s away from school and
bounds. First, it’s a gnarly way family. A place where you can come and go as you
to rid yourself of any classroom please. Some place to call “mine”, without R.A.’s
atmosphere that might linger and parents monitoring your every move. Not
while in a dorm or suite. When only that, but confidence and responsibility grow
you return home from school, with this as well. Taking care of laundry, food,
it’s like a haven that’s free from and expenses can be incredibly valuable lessons.
the demanding learners’ environment. College has been formatted for people to try
Cooking up some food and watching “Chuck” or out different living situations. Living outside of
“Lost” can be a serene experience. campus is a way to learn about yourself and the
And you may not realize it, but amenities are real world. When you’re in the dorms or suites
one of the top reasons to venture away from most it’s similar, but not really the same. Nothing can
school housing too. compare to that feeling of self-reliance and work
As helpful as those mini fridges are, having ethic. Make your way to an apartment or rent a
a full-size refrigerator that is able to stock week house after a year or two so everyone can say “You
old pizza is priceless. From fridge to stomach, the have taken your first step into a larger world,” Obi-
after effects of that pizza can also be taken care of Wan Kenobi, Star Wars
something to do on the attraction where they get to keep up, because no one wants to visit a theme
to create their own ending has been extremely park with outdated technology. The changes to
popular.” Disney World are for the better, whether you want
I have been to Disney World 14 times, and will to believe it or not.
make it 15 over Christmas Break, and every time Courtesy of MCT Campus
I have been the Disney Co. and the Imagineers
add something to the theme park that keeps
me coming back for more.
Despite the controversy over updating
some of the classic attractions, I think it helps
attract more people to central Florida. With
the technological advances, Disney is forced
the fact that she was a woman to influence who and plot. Glazer focused more on the relationships
read her works. between the characters, and less on the relationship
The story is about a monster created by a man, between the characters and society. Dickens’ novel
without the aid of a woman. Though big and addressed sociological issues and used motifs and
powerful, it was ugly and dangerous. symbolism to drive home his points.
Mary wanted to show the reader through Set in the Victorian era and post-industrial
dramatic imagery and symbolism that, though revolution, Dickens ignored hereditary aristocracy
women are repressed and looked down upon, they and focused on personal gain through hard work
are a vital part of society. Movies inspire emotion and ambition.
but do not require imagination. Albeit the visual His novel dove deep in to the issues of gender
effect is powerful, it does not require the spectator and class and used psychological landscapes to
to delve in deeper and to seek a more psychological mirror his characters. Glazer recognized that
understanding. he was altering Dickens’ literary work to fit his
A good film maker respects the original interpretation. I think this is why he changed the
sociological imagery the author was identifying and protagonist’s name from Pip to Finn.
they use their interpretation while producing. This This is a visual generation where people learn
is reputable because it gives the viewer a different by seeing and experiencing. Movies have become
angle to approach the classic. It is when people more graphic and the line between necessary and
choose to watch the movie, as opposed to reading extravagant has been blurred. Video games have
the book, that movies become obstacles in the way taken the place of human interaction and movies
of the true understanding. have distracted the reader.
Take the 1998, Mitch Glazer version of “Great What if people’s knowledge of Jesus was based
Expectations.” The screen play was well written on “The Passion of Christ”, or our grandchildren
with multiple layers if symbolism and meaning. It knew about the event Dec. 7, 1941 because Ben
had the same basic story line as Charles Dickens Affleck played a convincing role in “Pearl Harbor”?
original but, with a modern spin. It is evident that Originality and creativity are lost in translation.
Glazer knew the book well; however, he made some Respect other people’s interpretations but, first
pretty significant modifications to the characters develop your own.
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Sister Hazel “Releases” new hit album

Bridget Landwehrmann
Staff Writer
Hazelnuts everywhere long awaited the
Aug. 18 release of Sister Hazel’s newest album
entitled “Release.” Ken Block, the band’s primary
songwriter, took the backseat on this album and
each of the five band members contributed at least
two of their own songs to the album.
“Everyone got their own fingerprints all over
the record,” said vocalist/guitarist Block on the
band’s Web site, sisterhazel.com. “The ownership
that we always felt on the other records went to a
different level on this one.”
The albums lead track, “Release,” was lead
guitarist Ryan Newell’s title track. The music for
this song is very interesting because Newell plays
the banjo and makes his debut on the cello.
Sister Hazel keeps the same unique style that
their fans love them for on the album. “All For
You,” the band’s most popular hit from their
self-titled album “Sister Hazel,” put the band on
the map. “Release” reached a new record when
it entered the Billboard Top 200 Album Chart,
peaking at number 37.
Sister Hazel’s album “Fortress” left me on a
“Champagne High” (the popular single off their
album “Fortress”), but their new album is now
easily my favorite from the band. The track “See
Me Beautiful” has, in my opinion, the best vocals
on the album, closely followed by “I Believe in
You.”
The album concludes with the track “Ghost in
the Crowd.” This track has the most meaningful
lyrics and is a perfect way to end the album. “‘Ghost
in the Crowd’ was my interpretation of the life that
was happening within the band,” said bassist Jett
Beres.
“Release” is definitely worth the ten dollars
that it costs on iTunes. Also, two bonus tracks are
available on the iTunes version of the album. The
bonus tracks are acoustic versions of “Vacation
Rain” and “Take a Bow.”
The band has a large fan base that calls
themselves “Hazelnuts.” The band even posted
downloadable posters on their website for super
fans known as Hazelnuts.
Sister Hazel will continue to tour for “Release”
through December. The band has also organized
a “Lyrics for Life Day” on Sept. 19 in an effort to
raise money and promote awareness of childhood
cancer.
Block founded this event in memory of his
younger brother Jeffrey, who died from cancer.
The event will have both musicians and celebrities
fundraising through concerts and auctions. Sister
Hazel will also host Rock the Boat X, which the
band’s Web site dubs “the world’s greatest floating
music festival” on Jan. 7 in Tampa, FL.

Hex Dispensers debut album does not disappoint

Austin-based band finds its sound rooted with the 1970s of style punkrock and synth
Sergey Ivanes
Staff Writer
After having their first practice on
06.06.06 and recording an album, along
with a few singles and a split release,
Austin-based Hex Dispensers have
established themselves along the lines
of bands like The Marked Men and
now-defunct Observers.
Just as in the case of those two,
The Hex Dispensers’ sound can
be characterized by guitar lines
reminiscent of late-70s punk (with
The Wipers being one of the prime
examples).
They can remind the listener of
The Ramones and many other punk
bands from that era with their sound
(specifically an attribute of The
Observers and Dispensers) Misfits’
Glenn Danzig-influenced vocal style.
On their second long-play titled
“Winchester Mystery House,” The Hex
Dispensers continued in this tradition.
“Doomsday Romantic,” the opening
track, is a solid manifestation of the
Image courtesy of Douchemaster Records
direction that this full-length will retain
all the way through.
Though the lyrics may speak of another pounding, nonstop hit.
this romantic in a cynical manner, the The musicianship and songwriting
band still distinguishes some aspects of are particularly strong on “I’ve Got My
sinister themes as romantic. Otherwise, Doppelgänger On.” The brooding, bass-
they would effuse a different type of driven “Mutiny” is another standout.
energy. Last, but not least, The Hex Dispensers’
The production fine rendition of
here leaves the “The Hex Dispensers’ DEVO’s “Gates of
guitars slightly Steel” marks the final
more punctuated sound can be charac- note of “Winchester
than on their debut terized by guitar lines Mystery House.”
and the presence of reminiscent of late-70s They manage to
backing vocals by make the robotic
Alyse Mervosh, the punk (with The Wipers and synth-poppy
drummer, is much being one of the prime original their own
more tangible examples). “ with dexterity.
and adds to the Alex Cuervo and
mystique of the -Sergey Ivanes Mervosh’s vocal
album. enthusiasm and
Aside from that, “Winchester excitement tops it off.
Mystery House,” stays in the same All in all, this is an entertaining
vein as their previous studio efforts. release. The album is out now on
The turbulent tambourines, the horror Douchemaster Records. If you liked
and garage punk infused guitar work, this, then make sure to check out their
all appear on this album as well. The self-titled debut album, as well as the
Hex Dispensers pick up the chugging band’s website to catch a listen to most
rhythm with the first song and never of the songs listed here at http://www.
slow it down. Each number is a heavy, myspace.com/thehexdispensers.
direct hit that is only to be followed by

NoDa offers local artists their chance

values the different elements of nature, along with the variety
Brian M. McCormick of colors nature provides. Beginning by using thumbnail
Staff Writer sketches to mark out her original and very rough idea, Nuttall
attempts to grasp the compositional elements she wishes to
Two miles north of uptown, a few blocks over from North Tryon
convey before she begins her work.
Street, you’ll find a mixed and growing community based on a
In speaking with Nuttall at The Green Rice Gallery and
sprawling scene of artistic venues and small mom-and-pop shops.
Studios, she expressed that she is very pleased with the NoDa
This community is situated on North Davidson Street as it is known
artistic atmosphere, specifically The Green Rice Gallery and
to outsiders, but it’s just NoDa to the locals.
Studios. Nuttall stressed that she isn’t a very big fan of the
Every two weeks this quant community hosts a local “Gallery
uptight atmosphere most galleries have.
Crawl,” giving an opportunity for local Charlotte artists and aspiring
She added that The Green Rice Gallery and Studios is a
musicians to show off their talents. I had the chance to check out the
place “where you just want to come in and have a good time.”
latest crawl and enjoy some of Charlotte’s local creations.
The Green Rice Gallery and Studios is open Wednesday
Friday, September 18 hosted the local “Gallery Crawl,” and artist
through Friday, from 11 a.m. to 6p.m., Saturdays from 12 p.m.
Susan Nuttall was on hand to show off her work at The Green Rice
to 6 p.m. and Sundays from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Gallery and Studios. Nuttall, a native of Charlotte, has been in the
If you missed Susan Nuttall and the “Gallery Crawl” this
art industry for the past fourteen years and she has displayed many of
week, not to worry, Nuttall’s “Textures of Nature” collection
her pieces in the local NoDa art galleries. Friday’s show highlighted
runs through September 27 at The Green Rice Gallery and
her newest collection of textured work.
Studios and the local NoDa “Gallery Crawl” is hosted every
In her newest series, “Textures of Nature,” Nuttall attempts to
two weeks. For more information on the local NoDa “Gallery
harness her excitement for the properties of color, light, and shadow
Crawl,” visit: http://www.noda.org or if you want to see some
as they reflect her images.
of Nuttall’s work please visit http://susannuttall.com/index.
The technique of texturing is Nuttall’s most frequently used style
html.
with oils, giving her a unique approach to her art. For this specific
collection, Nuttall was given a chance to also show off her new texture
product that provides an almost 3-D effect to her artwork.
By paying great attention to detail in each composition, Nuttall Painting courtesy of Susan Nuttall and The Green Rice Gallery
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SPORTS SCHEDULE
Volleyball vs. Appalachian State Tues. Sept. 15, 7pm. Charlotte, NC
Mens Soccer vs. Cal State Bakersfield Fri. Sept. 18, 7:30pm. Charlotte, NC
Womens Soccer vs. ETSU Fri. Sept 18, 5pm, Charlotte, NC
Cross Country @ Virginia Tech Invite Fri. Sept. 18, Blacksburg, VA

Charlotte wins the Nike

Invitational title Sunday
The 49ers mens soccer team claimed the Charlotte Nike Invitational crown for the second year
Kristen Litchfield & Erin Reeve contribute to the Niners attack.  squeezed in yet another goal, making the score 3-0. “It was good to get my first career goal, but to
Editor-in-Chief & Staff Writer Headers in Charlotte’s defensive half by Senior Luke Exley set up sophomore Jason Hawes get the second one which put Winthrop away was
sophomore Charles Rodriquez kept the Niners for the breakaway as he drilled the ball into the great,” said Rex.
The Charlotte 49ers men’s soccer team claimed offense attacking.  center of the net. Sophomore Evan James was able to get the
the title of the Nike Invitational Sunday evening at A quick cut by senior midfielder Adam Gross Bakersville began to challenge Charlotte more, scoring started for the Niners early in the game,
Transamerica Field with a 4-2 win over Winthrop. caused a defender to fall, giving a quick pass off and a ping-pong rally between the Charlotte followed by Rex’s first career goal. In the second
In the first game of the invitational, Charlotte to sophomore Isaac Caughran, who made a shot goalkeeper and Bakersville forwards sends Martin half, sophomore Isaac Cowles scored his first
competed against California State Bakersville this in the lower right corner at the thirty-five minute diving. career goal, giving Charlotte a 3-0 lead.
Friday, head coach Jeremy Gunn’s alma mater. mark. Charlotte increased their lead with only “We played scintillating soccer in the beginning
The Niners completed a shut out as well and Another perfect chance to score comes two fourteen minutes left on the clock as, a corner kick and really took it to Winthrop by scoring three
Charlotte goalkeeper, David Martin remained minutes later when sophomore Justin Tucker’s from Hawes, sent senior Josh Norwood in the air goals to put us up. However Winthrop has a ton
humble.  agility fended off defenders and he makes a to score a header making the score, 4-0. of attacking weapons, which doesn’t allow you to
“It’s about time we got a shut out. I was getting pass to Gross, who has a clear shot to goal. The Dribble attempts and shots on goal are made switch off and assume the game is won,” said coach
a few too many goals scored on me. I didn’t have CSBU goalkeeper dove on the ground to make an by sophomores Julian Brown-Latham and Zander Gunn.
much to do tonight,” Martin said. explosive save. Deitz, as the Niners finish the last minutes of the James was named the Tournament MVP with
Martin also commented on how without Corner kicks are the only leeway Charlotte game strong and on top.  sophomores Charles Rodriguez, and Jason Hawes,
the defense, his shut out would not have been handed off in their defensive half. They reciprocate In the title game, the Niners were able to take a along with Rex picking up tournament honors.
possible.  this attack by trying to connect crosses, that 3-0 lead before giving up two goals to the Eagles. Charlotte will travel to Greensboro to take on
But without their offensive attacks, neither Bakersville tries to attack with when they fall Freshman Jennings Rex was able to seal the victory the Spartans of UNC Greensboro in a Saturday
would their win. unconnected.  with a late-game goal, putting Charlotte up, 4-2. evening match. The Niners will be back in action
Offensively, sophomore Evan James sped James’ hard work finally paid off for at the In the 76th minute, Winthrop’s Matthew at Transamerica Field in their first conference
through the left side of the field to the center, which seventeen minute mark, when he rockets a ball Skonicki cut Charlotte’s lead to two, but Rex’s match-up against George Washington, Oct. 9.
turns in to a corner kick for the Niners. Although it from thirty yards out.  answered for the Niners, securing the title for the
turns in to a missed shot, James’ speed continues to Not too long in to the second half, the Niners second straight year.

Stenard’s goal puts Niners past NC State

Alex Georgi/photo
Junior Sam Huecker’s assist to junior Kirby Stenard was the
game-winning goal in the team’s final non-conference game.
Charlotte, 6-2 on the season, enters conference play this weekend
Andrew Braun
Staff Writer
The Charlotte women’s soccer team
shutout both teams they faced this weekend at
Transamerica Field.
The Niners allowed ACC foe North Carolina
State only one shot on goal as the Charlotte 49ers
defeated the Wolfpack 1-0 Sunday afternoon at
Transamerica Field. This was the Niners final
non-conference game.
After a scoreless first half, junior Kirby
Stenard scored her third goal of the season, at
the fifty-two minute mark.
Stenard deflected a corner from Sam Huecker
“sometimes that is all you need” said Stenard.
This was Stenard’s second straight game-winning
goal.
The match was physical throughout with the
two teams combining for 17 penalties.
Head coach John Cullen welcomed the
physicality.
“I think it helps us toughen up, and I think
it also prepares us for conference play which will
be rough and tumble games,” said coach Cullen.
The win against the Wolfpack capped off
a great weekend for the Niners in front of the
home crowd, as the Niners did not allow a goal
in either game. On Friday evening, Charlotte
shutout East Tennessee State, 4-0.
With the shutout, Brown recorded her fourth
solo shutout and her 23rd career shutout. It was
the team’s fifth shutout of the 2009 season.
“We had a very successful weekend. We did
not concede a goal in either one of two games
this weekend. I was pleased with our team’s
defense today to limit a very good NC State team
to no goals and only five shots is fantastic. I was
pleased with our overall performance today.
We did a good job of possessing the ball and
controlling the play,” said coach Cullen.
Heading into the Sunday game at
Transamerica Field, NC State was 5-1-1 and
were able to get off only five shots against the
Niners defense.
Senior goalkeeper Lauren Brown and junior
defenders Katie Davies, Danielle Mayeaux,
Whitney Bryant, Megan Minnix, and senior
Leah Zapone kept the Pack with only a single
shot on the goal.
Huecker, who recorded the assist, led
Charlotte with three shots on goal, Stenard,
Macky Wingo, and senior midfielder Hailey
Beam recorded two shots each.
Charlotte will begin Atlantic 10 play on
Friday at Transamerica Field as the team hosts
Duquesne with the first kick slated for 7 p.m. as
the Niners look for their fourth straight regular-
season conference crown.

NINERS BY THE NUMBERS

24:56
Time for junior Dakota Lowery
to finish 13th at the Virginia Tech
Alumni Invite over the weekend.
4
Number of goals both the men’s
and women’s soccer teams scored
on Friday night against their
opponents.
38
Total number of kills from
freshman Jenna Litoborski during
the Coastal Carolina Tournament.
0
Goals allowed by the women’s
2,560
Number of FSLs that have been
soccer team in both of their games sold as of September 15. The
this weekend. deadline to purchase FSLs is
October 15.

Charlotte shuts out East Cross Country has strong

Tennessee Friday, 4-0 outing at Virginia Tech
Erin Reeve
Staff Writer
they still produced threatening, on-frame shots.
During the last four minutes of the first half,
the Niners finished the half strong. Charlotte’s Sam
On Friday evening, the women’s soccer team Fried made the East Tennessee goalie stretch to
Invite over the weekend
played host to East Tennessee State University. eliminate a Charlotte goal opportunity. Sophomore
East Tennessee hit Transamerica Field with a Macky Wingo, is next to attempt a goal, as she
1-6 record, compared to Charlotte’s 4-2 record. beats a final defender and shoots too far to the side
Within the first ten minutes of the game, junior of the net. Lowery and Willingham led the way for Charlotte
Kirby Stenard scored the first goal of the game after Coming back from the second half, the
an assist from junior Whitney Weinraub.  Niners started off strong, keeping the ball in East
Head coach John Cullen, soon after, took the Tennessee’s defensive half once again. Shots are
Kristen Litchfield upper-classmen into the lineup. Chase (Eckard)
opportunity to give nontraditional players high and Editor-in-Chief and Dakota (Lowery) really propelled some
and starters experience on the field.  wide, but
“We told the starters today that we’re We told the starters today there
of our younger guys and the team as a whole
are The Charlotte 49ers cross country program to a better performance,” said head coach Ed
more than just a good time. We have depth. that we’re more than just many taken. competed at the Virginia Tech Alumni Invite in Schlichter. “I felt our team ran a solid race and
We tell the girls to keep practicing hard a good time. We have F i n a l l y, a 7.7K race. The men’s team finished in third really improved on their times from our season
because there is always someone pushing a cross from place and the women’s team finished in sixth.
them,” said Cullen. depth. We tell the girls Beam is Junior Dakota Lowery paced the men’s side
opener by finishing third at Virginia Tech.”
Beating out the men was Virginia Tech, and
East Tennessee State is dominated in to keep practicing hard finished by as he finished 13th with a time of 24:56.7 and Florida State who is No. 23 in the nation.
their defensive half for most of the game, because there is always freshman sophomore transfer Brian McGuire crossed the Freshman Sarah Willingham led the women’s
while Charlotte drew circles around the L a c e y line in 15th place with a time of 25-flat.
perimeters, marking it their own. Charlotte someone pushing them.
side as she crossed the line in the 17th spot with
Mc G o wa n , Senior Chase Eckard took the 18th spot in a time of 17:29 in the 4.7K race. Sophomore
connected crucial passes at angles in their head coach John Cullen and Fried nine seconds behind McGuire, with freshman Janet Barry finished 25thin 18:02 and junior
offensive half, allowing for open shots to be squeezes one Will Taylor finishing in a time of 25:19, good Christina Hobbs came in two seconds later.
taken.  in not too for the 22nd spot. Freshman Ross Roberson, Rounding out the top five for the women were
A header came from senior midfielder long after, at finished out the top five scorers for the Niners freshman Maria Ruiz (31st, 18:12) and senior
Hailey Beam at the twenty-two minute mark, after the sixteen minute mark, making the score 4-0 in with his 24th place finish in a time of 25:21. Justine Thompson (37th, 18:32).
sophomore Oni Bernard cuts and crosses the ball favor of the Niners. Freshmen Daniel Stiefvater, Chris Caps, Senior Tricia Brown, sophomore Emily
out of traffic, into East Tennessee State’s box. Charlotte shutout East Tennessee State by four. Daweet Dagnachew, David Eubanks, and Harris, freshmen Katie Holloway, Alyssa
The Niners defense continued to keep the ball All four goals came from different scorers. junior Javan Lapp also ran for Charlotte over Bradley, and Ashley Edwards also ran for the
out of their defensive half, as they communicate and Cullen said, “we know who our main goal the weekend. Niners.
step to help each other out. Offensively, sophomore scorers are. But we like to changed it up, so other “This meet allowed our men to kind of shake The 49ers will host the Charlotte Invitational
Jonna Handra and Weinraub were attacked every team can’t prepare for us.” off some dust as we move towards more of our on October 2 at McAlpine Park.
which way by numerous defenders, but somehow
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“Never lie, steal, cheat, or drink. But if you must lie, lie in the
arms of the one you love. If you must steal, steal away from bad
company. If you must cheat, cheat death. And if you must drink,
drink in the moments that take your breath away.
-”Hitch”
Comedic Corner

(09-22-09) Friends inspire you this year to new heights of creativity.

It’s not that you’re super competitive, it’s that you’re having so
much fun. With a great team to back you up, you’ll facilitate
miracles. Keep trying out new tricks.

Feb. 19-March 20 June 22-July 22 Oct. 23-Nov. 21

If at first you don’t
succeed, wait and try again. Your
luck is getting better. For the next
several weeks, this applies directly
to making money, if that gives you
any ideas.
Just when you think you They say if you do what
have your partner figured out, you love, the money will
she or he does something follow. What they don’t say is that
unexpected. This should teach you you still have to do it well. The
not to make assumptions, even well- assumption is that you’ll practice
founded ones. People can actually more if you’re happy doing it. Prove
change. them right.

March 21-April 19
People in authority are
making major changes. People
who have constructive theories
will have a chance to be heard.
Don’t just criticize what’s been
done in the past. Have suggestions
ready about what to do next.
July 23-Aug. 22
Your workload will be
increasing soon. Be prepared.
Pack a lunch, just in case there’s no
time to go out. And you could let the
family know you may have to work
overtime.
Nov. 22-Dec. 21
A surprise windfall can
help you get something you want
for your home. This could be money
you find in an old shirt pocket,
or something more. Use your
imagination.

April 20-May 20 Aug. 23-Sept. 22 Dec. 22-Jan. 19

Looks like your new
project isn’t going to be as much
fun as you’d hoped it would be.
Can you wait until tomorrow?
Conditions are better then.
Something important will change.
Do something special
tonight with a person you love. Set
aside your worries for a while and
just have fun. Who knows, you might
even come up with a new idea that
solves all your problems.
Once you set your mind
to it, you can learn just
about anything. Get a
few books on whatever subject
you’ve been wondering about.
Economics, for example.

May 21-June 21 Sept. 23-Oct. 22 Jan. 20-Feb. 18

Paying off debt and
building up savings is never easy.
There are lots of things you’d like
to buy and money’s pretty tight.
If you can do it, though, you’ll be
amazed at how much better you
feel.
Make time to think
things over in the privacy
of your own home. Even better, do
it from your hot tub, with bubbles.
Luxury frees up your muse. Chocolate
helps, too.
Cash in your coupons.
Recycle your pop bottles.
Don’t overlook a cent of rebate
or discount you can take. It’s like
pennies from heaven. But it takes a
lot of them to buy a sandwich. Don’t
waste a thing.

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intersection
Ed Schlichter rejoins Jiu Jitsu club begins
the Charlotte cross practice for fall semester
country program Andrew Braun
Staff Writer
training time because the veterans will expose
their weaknesses and show new members exactly
what to work on.
Schlichter ran for the Forty-Niners from 2002-2005 Jiu Jitsu is literally translated to mean “soft
science.” Upon first walking into a common Jiu
With Jiu Jitsu being a primary discipline in
the sport of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), the
Jitsu club practice, many would assume that this Jiu Jitsu club has seen a rise in membership
meaning got lost in translation. Jiu Jitsu is all over the past two years. Many people are
Andrew Braun attitude that is all his own. Schlichter tries to work about establishing control over your opponent fascinated with the sport and love a chance to try
Staff Writer with each athlete individually and tailor a work out and getting to a position where you can work a it out for themselves. For these people the Jiu
that suits their needs. submission move and cause your opponent to tap Jitsu club offers an extra session on Saturdays,
In 2005, Ed Schlichter graduated from UNC Schlichter treats his athletes like Formula One out. Jui Jitsu emphasizes using the other persons included with payment of the dues, which
Charlotte with a degree in English, four years later race cars and keeps them oiled with six practices force to work in your favor. focuses on techniques seen in Ultimate Fighting
he was named head coach of the same running a week. During practice the men and women run Club Secretary describes Jiu Jitsu as “a sport Championships (UFC).
program that he participated in from 2002-2005. many of the trails around campus and sometimes that the weak can excel in, the person with the For those willing to learn, the Jiu Jitsu club
Schlichter replaces Brad Herbster who took the go to the 49ers home course at McAlpine Creek stronger technique will be able to prevail over a at UNC Charlotte is one of the best places in
head coaching job at Clemson. Park. stronger person.” the state to receive instruction. Nick “Chief”
While running for Charlotte Schlichter was a McAlpine Park is home to one of the best courses The Jiu Jitsu club is entering its fourth year of Tarnate has eight years of experience, and
seven-time All-Conference selection and was also in North Carolina and a place that the Charlotte existence and has grown every year to a current received a black belt in Jiu Jitsu, and has trained
the first athlete to be named Conference USA cross country team is proud to call home. enrollment of around 60 students. The club under former MMA legends Royce Gracie and
male athlete of the year for cross country. During Also a well oiled machine can sometimes meets at 7-9pm on the ground floor of the Belk Frank Shamrock.
his time on both the cross country team and the overwork itself and Schlichter is very careful to mini-gym in the wrestling/mat room. Club captain Serge Severenchuk holds a
indoor track team Schlichter led the 49ers to watch the cross country athletes to make sure they Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned purple belt in Jiu Jitsu and trained under Joe
their first conference championship in each sport don’t over work themselves and “blow a gasket.” veteran, the club’s practice has something for Hurst, one of the best Jiu Jitsu instructors in the
respectively. During races the coach runs from point to point everyone. The practice is broken up into three nation.
After graduating Schlichter split his main areas: warm-up, instruction, and free In spite of all the valuable instruction
time between assisting the Charlotte cross “For me to fathom this a couple of sparring, also known as “rolling”. During the received at the club practices, Severenchuk
country program and running competitively warm up stage the team does regular exercise maintains that one of the most important aspects
in marathons and other distance events. After years ago I would have been like and calisthenics, which include jogging and of the club is the camaraderie between all the
helping out the team for two years Schlichter ‘wow,’ but I feel that I am ready.” stretching. members. Outside of practice members meet in
had two choices: “I could have either been a The second part of practice breaks the the basement of Sanford to watch MMA events
financial analyst or a cross country coach,” when head coach Ed Schlichter group into two sections, beginners and those and regularly go out to eat.
the call came from USC Upstate he narrowed experienced in martial arts. Each group learns According to Wade Maresh “If you can trust
his choices to one. moves demonstrated by instructors and then are someone to choke you, you’re able to trust them
In 2007, he joined the USC Upstate coaching along the track giving them pointers and in some given time to practice the moves. with anything.” This attitude has led to the Jiu
staff where he acted as their recruiting coordinator cases telling them to conserve energy for the rest During this practice time the instructors Jitsu club receiving many honors, including new
and distance specialist. During his time at USC of the race. walk around and give advice. The instructors club of the year in 2007 and sports club of the
Upstate, the team recorded marginal success with Schlichter feels that he was left a great team make sure that everyone understands and is able year in 2008.
many runners receiving numerous Atlantic Sun by his former coach and has great expectations UNC Charlotte students are able to attend
this year, especially for the women’s cross country
honors. “If you can trust some- two free practices, if they wish to continue
When Coach Brad Herbster left this past year team. instruction dues for the club are $40 a semester.
to join the Clemson Tigers program, Schlichter was The team is ranked in the top 10 of the region. one to trust to choke you, Many programs in the area charge $70-$120
surprised to get a call from his alma mater asking Coach Schlichter knows that it will be a tough road you’re able to trust them per month so this price is a huge deal offered to
if he wanted to accept the head coaching position. to nationals but is looking forward to what’s in with anything.” students. These dues cover a Jui Jitsu club shirt
Schlichter quickly agreed and is now entering his store. and help the club attend Jiu Jitsu tournaments
first season at the helm of the 49ers cross country The cross country team’s first major test came Wade Maresh up and down the east coast.
team and distance program. last weekend when the team traveled to Blacksburg, The team attended the Grace invitational
“For me to fathom this a couple of years ago Virginia and competed in the Virginia Tech Alumni earlier this month in Concord and plan to attend
I would have been like ‘wow’, but I feel that I am Invitational. Charlotte joined Virginia Tech, to complete the move before moving onto to the Hyastan East Coast Championships in Charlotte.
ready,” said Schlichter. Florida State, Ohio University, Wake Forest, USC next instruction. Although both of these tournaments are in the
Schlichter feels he is ready from both his Upstate, Concord, and Roanoke as well as Virginia The third and final area of practice is a free area many members of the team are hoping to
experiences at USC Upstate and his almost seven Tech alum in the event. The men finished third sparring section, during which members of the attend a tournament in the Florida area later this
years of competing and coaching under coach overall, and the women finished sixth. club are able to practice against an opponent year.
Herbster. Coach Schlichter wants to carve out his Coach Schilichter seems ready and willing to that is trying to fight back. Students should remember to bring an
own coaching legacy at UNC Charlotte and will lead the cross country team and the distance track During this time the instructors encourage insurance card and a form of ID to fill out a
attempt to combine many different methods from runners, and is well on his way to establishing a beginning members to match up with veterans. safety card which is required to participate in
his many years of experience to create a coaching winning legacy. This allows the beginners to get valuable any sports club.