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The game room located in Webb Center is
one a favorite hangout for many students.
This student uses his free time in between
classes to play a quick video game of
Wendetta.
Outside the North Mall, Yonthan
Hambissa, Sam Idah, Fuad Abdulrahman
and Anthony Robinson share a joke while
standing in a popular spot.
Cathy Rust
M eghan D eponte
Some students
like to use their
free time by
playing pool in
one of the game
rooms on
campus. These
rooms are often
found to be one
of the better
places to relax.
Sometimes the dorms can be too enclosed
to talk and hangout with friends. Lynn
Bishop, Barry Holmes and Robert Foy sit
outside of Rogers Hall and talk about an
upcoming event.
Stacey Jennings
“First Colony is
a really quiet
olaee where I
can go and
study with the
sm ell o f coffee
in the
background.“
Becky Feather,
Junior
“The couches!**
They are the
best places to
hangout
becuaseit*s
lik e the
fu rn itu re at
Are you curious where everyone
solution. You’ll find this caffeine haven
is, while you’re sitting in your dorm
in North Webb, along with many
room twiddling your thumb?
“slumpers” lounging on sofas, not
If you’ve got a break or you just
letting that latte out their sight. If you
don’t feel like going back to the dorm
dare to step away from the aroma, there
or your house, then Webb Center is the
are tvs for you to catch the local news
place for you.
that you may have missed.
If you feel withdrawal
symptoms after shutting off your Super
If none of these fix your fancy,
Nintendo, check out the game room.
then take a stroll outside onto Webb
There is always someone there who
Lawn and relax around the fountain.
\ feels your guilt and needs a quick fix.
For others the tables in Tonelson
If lunch is on your mind, the food
Garden offer a shady place to hang out.
court will satisfy your fast food craving.
Anthony Ganimage said, “After classes
You will probably see all of your friends
Tonelson Garden is the place to relax!”
hanging out there, eating their frozen
There is always somewhere to
. home.**
-Antoinette
Dionisio,
Senior
“Well the
library used
to be the best
place to
studyf but
since you
can*t hear
yourself
anymore
because o f
construction,
I guess it*s
Webb thenT
-Theresa
Shulkf Junior
yogurt or maybe struggling to finish an just chill, either with all your friends or
, assignment.
Maybe food isn’t going to help
get you over that afternoon slump,
by yourself.
So stop twiddling your
thumbs and see what’s out there,
by:
Christyne Matyseck
however, First Colony has just the
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Cathy Rust
To help students find jobs and
internships, the Career Management
Center holds an annual job fair in Webb
Center.
Need help for a project? Senior, Lisa
Shelley, for the past two years has
worked in Lynhaven Mall’s Walden Books
and enjoyed assisting customers young
and old.
‘I 'l J o i s
Job hunting is not always an easy dormitory kitchens. Other on campus
task. It is even harder being a student jobs include working as an assistant to
with a heavy course load. Fortunately, a professor. A ssistants help grade,
with the help of the Career Management copy, and type papers for the class.
The Career Advantage Program
Center, students are able to find what
The center offers on-line (CAP) serves the graduate and
services with the federal work study undergraduate students by helping to
program and on and off-campus jobs. determ ine a student's future career
they need.
The federal work study program goals. CAP works with area businesses
is a program where students seeking to create internships, co-ops and find a
financial aid are rewarded with part student a job related to the major.
time work. The money earned does not
As many students realize, finding
The Career
go directly to tuition; it is given to the a job is hard work.
student to use towards books, food and Management Center always has its door
open to help any student seeking
other expenses.
On-cam pus part-tim e jobs are employment. Their program can help
open to all students. The Aramark students land great jobs after or before
program offers the most common part graduation.
time jobs such - as working in the
by: Meredith Tillson
things in the
Newport News
Outlet M all, as
one o f the
supervisors. It
helps me get a
sense o f retail
concepts in the
real world.**
■%Judy Lag da.
Sophomore
*I work at
Mizuno*s
Japanese
Restaurant.
Why? Since I
am taking
Japanese her, it
helps me
practice my
speaking and
listening skills,*
-Oliver
Dimalanta,
Sophomore
“I work fo r
Transportation
Engineering
Agency
(MTMCTEA). It
used to be a
summer
internship, but
now it is a
pa rt time job,**
-Brian Salman,
Junior
On-campus jobs
provide a
convenient source
of income and a
way to meet other
students.
Sophomore, Tom
Suczik worked at
the University
Bookstore
assisting at
customer service.
Diisha Hicks
Computer Lab Assistant Peter Goodall
works in the computer lab by helping
students such as Jeffery Herring with
program problems.
Tommy Smigiel
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**I went backstage
and met 98
Degrees and SWV.
The guys were
mad cool, but SWV
could have been
more down to
earth. Besides
their attitudes,
both groups gave
great
performances. I
can’t wait until
the next concertV*
-Burgandi Collins,
Sophomore
rIt fe lt like a
*reaV college
that day, when
SWV and Foo
Fighters
performed.
People were
dancing in the
street and
having a good
time.**
-Brad
Moldenhauer,
Sophomore
Foreman Field rocked once again
serenaded the ladies with their hit
after a 23 year silence in which Crosby,
single, “Invisible Man.”
Stills, Nash and Young ended an era of
second act to woo the crowd with songs
concerts for students. Student Activities
like “Let’s Get Kinky Tonight.” Gerald
and Leadership billed this event the
Evans, senior, became the highlight of
Fall Music Festival.
their performance when he had the
Students experienced the sounds of
SWV was the
opportunity to dance on stage.
98 degrees, SWV, Talk Show and Foo
The Foo Fighters stormed the
Fighters. The concert drew a crowd of
stage after the opening act of Talk
over 12,000 students, according to
Show. Led by singer/guitarist Dave
Walter Kimbrough, director, Student
Grohl, the Foo Fighters whipped the
Activities and Leadership.
crowd into an alternative frenzy. While
The day was unusually hot and the
mosh pits were present for most of the
crowd anxiously anticipated the first
show, the melodic beats of the slower
performance of the afternoon. It is not
songs calmed the crowd down. The
often that the university plays host to
bands put on a fantastic concert that
such celebrities.
the students truly enjoyed and used tc
98 degrees was the first to perform.
The crowd went wild as the R&B group
release their tensions,
by: Christyne Matyseck & Sarita Scott
**I had an
a lrigh t time. It
f e lt good to be
there. I can*t
wait u n til next
year.**
-Shawna
McCray, Junior
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The Foo Fighters
sang their former
number one hit
Big Me, along
with Monkey
Wrench and
Colour and
Shape. Over
7,000 people
came out to hear
them play.
D r. W alter Kim brough
Singing some of their hits, such as.
Someone fo r Me, SWV (Sisters With Voices)
entertained the crowd sending mixed
reviews with their controversial,
background music. Many students were:
upset with the groups poor attitude which
their manager blamed on fatigue from a
trip to Europe.
Dr. W alter Kim brough
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Dr. W alter Kim brough
Although their show was cut short by
technical difficulties, Justin, Jeff and
brothers Nick and Drew or as many know
them, 98 Degrees, sang their hit Invisible
Man and the Boyz II Men remake of, In the
Still o f the Night. After their show they
posed for pictures and signed autographs
for student media.
Talk Show, comprised of members from
the former band Stone Temple Pilots,
opened the show for the Foo Fighters.
After their somewhat disappointing
performance, drummer David Coutts said,
*T11 only answer one question, and stay in
school if you can afford it.”
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John H oatson
“Henry the Bull” from 94 .9 , the Point,
visited the University. He gave an
interview to WODU, and his appearance
was very informative for students
interesting in becoming professional disc
jockeys.
Poetic, a member
of the rap group
“Gravediggaz, ”
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signed
Rich L aVan
phs for
n front
versity
j. Their
appearance
■ was
T m exciting
so excited
to many
to be graduating
students.
and hearing B ill
Cosbyf someone
Fve been
watching on T.V.
since I was a
little kid,
speaking! It's
just making the
day that much
better
-Veronica
HowelU Senior
“Listening to
E.Lynn Harris
speak made me
realize how
im portant it is to
be true to
A few special guests visited the
everything Si
school, and they turned this year into
everyone in my
quite an interesting one. Guests included
life, and more
im portantly,
the rap group Gravediggaz, the author
MYSELFr
E. Lynn Harris, and actor/comedian Bill
-Kanesha H all,
Junior
Cosby.
P
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‘Ife e l privileged
about having B ill
Cosby speak. I
have been
looking forw ard
to graduation,
why not make it
even more
memorable!
■hereelle Jam<
Senior
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The news release of the Gravediggaz
sent shockwaves throughout campus.The
Gravediggaz met with students, gave an
interview with WODU, signed autographs.
After getting her picture taken with
them, Bianca Terry said, "To be honest,
I'm not familiar with their music. Just
the fact that they're fam ous, I was
excited about the picture. I can show
it to my friends."
The Grym Reaper described the
students and the school as "...friendly,
colorful, exciting. It's like a second
home here." M ingling with students,
Frukwan mentioned the overall message
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of the Gravediggaz. He said, "We deal
with reality. We come from the streets.
Everybody has a purpose. We teach a
purpose. We teach self respect...W e
have so many fans; we are held
responsible.
They are buying our
music; we stand as father figures."
The author E. Lynn H arris also
visited the U niversity. He not only
supplied his literary talents to the
Literary Festival, but also participated
in a book signing.
Bill Cosby, known as A m erica's
"favorite dad," spoke at the Spring
Commencement. Mr. Cosby played the
loveable Mr. Huxtable on "The Cosby
Show." He gave encouraging words and
advice, and his commencement speech
stirred the hearts of graduates on their
paths to bright futures.
by: Cathy Rust
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f Cosby, made a special appearance as the
prestigious commencement speaker for the
May graduates. In addition, he entertained
students with his stand-up comedy routine
the night before graduation.
After sharing an emotional account of his
personal life and experiences, E. Lynn
Harris autographed his bestselling books.
Theresa Mitchell decided to take advantage
I ^1||j|f of his offer to sign every book. Mr. Harris
did not leave until everyone had their book
signed.
Tom m y Sm igtel
Everyone wants a Midnite Madness T-shirt.
Sonja Elliot worked at one of the booths,
selling Midnite Madness merchandise.
Midnite Madness apparel became very
popular among students and other
basketball fans.
Can I have your autograph? Senior Ticha
Penicheiro signs the women’s basketball
team roster for fans. Members of both
teams took turns signing autographs.
Tom m y Sm lgtel
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Tommy Smiglel
Jump around,
jump around!
Takiyah Gettys
takes advantage
of the free
activities at
Midnite
Madness, There
were also free
throw contests
and soccer
games.
What do you mean we have to keep going?
Many students played musical chairs as
part of a contest during Midnite Madness.
Prizes included plane tickets, gift
certificates, and T-shirts.
limmy
“I lik ed it . I
went because I
am Portuguese
and X wanted
to meet the
Portuguese
basketball
player .”
Joana O liveira ,
Freshman
Monarch Dance team, providing the
is crowded. People are lined up to win
crowd with new and exciting dance
free t-shirts, the first one hundred
moves and the Cheerleaders with their
people there win them. The gym was
school spirited stunts. This was followed
packed with students, parents, friends,
by some steppers from Gamma Psi Phi.
and any other basketball fan. People
Then the lights cut off, smoke filled the
came out to Midnight Madness to cheer
room, and “Mo.’ Money Mo’ Problems”
on the men’s and women’s basketball
played. The m en’s and w om en’s
teams, play games, and win prizes.
basketball teams raced through the
Students circled around to shoot
smoke onto the gym floor, causing the
free throws while a mix of progressive
crowd to go crazy at the sight of their
and dance music caused freshman
Christine Fedele to “feel like dancing.”
favvorite players.
Both team s
The “One Shot on the Spot” dunk
scrimmages while the audience cheered
contest attracted the most people.
them on. Fans were encouraged by the
Many guys tried to win the contest, but
coaches to come out this season, see
the best part was that a thirteen year-
the teams compete, and show some of
old girl won. Her prizes were two airline
the Monarch spirit present at Midnite
tickets.
The opening acts began with the
Madness.
by: Chris Companion & Tiffany Ford
played
short
**Xreally enjoyed
it because it was
a lo t o f fu n f o r
the students and
everyone
involved . It's
grea t to see so
many people
excited f o r a
com m on cause,
cheering on the
M onarchs .
Jen n ifer Erm ler,
Sophom ore
ASIDE
It’s 9:00 p.m. and the Fieldhouse
**Xt*s the best
tim e in the
beggining o f
the school
year. The
players are the
BEST,
especially the
Lady
M onarchs!
■Jenn Lathan ,
Freshman
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Tommy Smlgiel
After the unveiling of the Monarch Statue
members of student organizations were
invited to mingle with distinguished guest
at the Founder’s Day Luncheon. Student
Activity Council members Brian Kirsch and
Beth Mayaer talk about the new statue.
Fred Gallup, an Alumnus and adjunct
faculty member in the art department was
the sculptor of the new visual symbol for
the university. “The most critical areas
are the face, mane and feet,’’ said Gallup,
as shown by the photograph.
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Founder's Week was a celebration Fountain attracted students, faculty,
of M onarch traditions. Events and administration, and curious onlookers.
exhibits such as the Alumni Memory President Koch made a special dedication
Lane and the Founder's Day Luncheon about tradition and pride. The unveiling
were held across campus in celebration. of the statue marked a historic day for
A bronze statue of the Monarch lion the University.
The Founder's Day luncheon
was unveiled, which brought a new
took place in the North Mall of Webb
landmark to campus.
Displayed in front of the Bookstore Center, following the unveiling. The
at Webb Center, the Alumni Memory luncheon encouraged students, faculty,
Lane commemorated the history of the and adm inistrators to introduce
university. Pictures, books, and other themselves and mingle.
Founder's Week was a special
memorabilia were placed in the windows
to create
a window into the past.
occasion because it connected history
Students had a unique opportunity to with the future. Founder's Day was a
learn about the people and events that day to celebrate M onarch traditions
made the university what it is today.
and spirit, both of the past
and
the present.
by: Christopher Companion
Monarch statue at the Kaufman Mall
The
com m issioning
of
“At the
Founders* Day
Luncheon, I
had the
opportunity to
meet many o f
ODU*s alum ni
and
adm inistration
th a t I never
knew existed
on campus. **
-Erma Rabusa,
S enior
“The new
lion is grea t!
He adds
ch a ra cter to
ou r grow ing
■I f
campus.
-Sharoyn
Baker, S ta ff
T h e statue
m phasizes
ad ition th a t
previously
seemed to be
king at ODD.
It also makes
the tradition
fid school sp irit
stand out and be
seen to students
who commute or
are not around
much.**
Hoisted up by a
crane, the
unfinished
bronze statue of
the Monarch lion
was displayed to
kick off the final
day of the
Founder's Week
Celebration.
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After the unveiling, university employees
prepare to have the lion lifted ontop of the
concrete pedestal. The lion which is a
mixture of clay and bronze was created
from 41 different molds.
Xavier Calderon
F om d er
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“I think the
bands were
great even
though it
wasn't my kind
o f music, it was
a great
atmosphere. It
was a good way
to fin d out
about
organizations
and meet
people. And I'm
glad to see that
the is coming
up with creative
ways to
entertain
students and
meet there
interests and
needs. ”
S ha rifa Charley
Junior
**I wasn't very
interested
because there
were no planned
activities and
people ju s t kind
o f woandered
around because
they didn't
know each other
and they had
nothing to d o \
Tanisha Henry,
Freshman
Mmm!! Potato
salad and
coleslaw!
Beachfest
offered students
the chance to
have a typical
end of the
summer
barbeque, even
while away from
home.
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Student A ctivities Council and
inform ation
tables
introducing
96X helped students kick off their
themselves to residents and commuters.
1997-1998
the
In a d d itio n ,. members of the sailing
annual celebration known as Beach
team offered„free rides to interested
Fest.
students.
academ ic
year with
Beach Fest offered students
special
opportunities to enjoy great
C larita
Sanchez,
a
junior,
music, food, beverages and volleyball.
commented, " I thought Beach Fest was
The alternative rock band FalStaff was
a good experience for the incom ing
this year's feature.
Coordinated by the
freshman. Falstaff and 96X really put
Student Activities and Leadership office,
on a show, I thought. The fact that free
Beach
tickets to the 311 concert was a great
Fest
encouraged
student
idea. I would like to see more of these
involvement and fellowship.
Students relaxed on University
events."
Jeremy Zsoldos added, "Beach
Hall,
Fest gave the opportunity for a freshman
surrounded by student organizations.
like me to meet people and listen to
Alpha Tau Omega, the Communications
great music."
Club and other organizations set up
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by: Chris Companion and Cathy Rust
Beach
behind
W hitehurst
Many students enjoyed playing volleyball
behind Whitehurst. Students made up
teams and competed all afternoon.
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The Whitehurst Dormitory Complex lies
next to the Elizabeth River with its’ own
pier and volleyball court. Students used
these facilities during Beach Fest as a
place to relax.
Along with the hamburgers and hotdogs,
free drinks were provided to students with
the meal.
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Rich Lavan
The events took
place in or around
Webb Center*
Parents visited
the information
tables that were
set up regarding
majors and
student activities.
A table for class
rings was set
aside for parents
to consider.
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“I t was a grea t
tim e f o r fa m ily
and frie n d s to
get together
and enjoy the
fa c ilitie s o f the
University
D arlene Greene
Ju n ior
“The
inform ation
was useful,
and everyone
was frien d ly .
My fa m ily
had a good
tim e.”
David W ells
Sophom ore
“It was a
cu lm in a tion
o f students,
parents , and
fa c u lty
com ing
togeth er to
learn about
cu rricu lu m ,
as w ell as the
socia l aspects
o f campus
lif e r
John Hoatson
Graduate
Student
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"Experience 2000" showcased
students' talent and Old Dom inion's
future vision.
Students and their
fam ilies were treated to a host of
events. Distinguished literary speakers
provided intellectual stimulation and a
comedy concert blew off all of that
heavy thought with good old laughter.
A brunch was held as Greek
chapters stomped out a series of step
shows and the Forensics team showed
off their verbal valor. "The brunch was
neat. I did not know we had a dance
team... so I will be trying out soon,"
said Freshman Susan Dwyer.
The highlight of the weekend was
the indoor virtual reality roller coaster.
Four willing participants were strapped
into a fiberglass tub on top of hydraulic
pumps, that rocked every which way to
follow the action taking place in a
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digital video.
"It (the Virtual Reality Roller
coaster) was cool.... we should have
these things everyday," said Junior
Shatione Ross.
Those Tiger Woods "w annabe"
golfers made tracks to the Ocean View
Golf course for the University NineHole Golf Tournament. Shagging those
golf balls, guests returned for a chance
to show off their super sleuthing talents
at the Mystery Dinner Theater.
Topping off the Monarch Family
Weekend was Sunday's "Celebration of
Faith" performances by representatives
of religious denominations. The weekend
catered to and gave families the chance
to spend time
together while
experiencing the University, with their
son or daughter.
by: Ben Dunn
Over Monarch Family Weekend, students
showed their parents around campus and
shared their college experiences with
them. It gave everyone an opportunity to
adjust to being away from home and the
family.
Described as the best part of the weekend,
the Virtual Reality Roller Coaster was fun
for many participants. While the
participants were seated inside the ride,
they viewed the action from a real roller
coaster via a digital video in the virtual
reality goggles they were asked to wear.
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The new contract with Coke brought more
vending machines in academic buildings.
Jo e Volk takes a sip of his coke before
class starts in Constant Hall.
Since Pepsi is not available on campus,
some students choose to get Pepsi from
stores accross Hampton Blvd. Will
Giandoni takes time to enjoy his Pepsi
while taking a break in between classes.
Keith Walentowski
Chris Walker
Some students
choose to drink *
Coke from a
plastic container
as apposed to
the can or
fountain drink.
With the
contract came
new vending
machines for
20oz. plastic
bottles.
During MainStreet The Laureate Yearbook
conducted a Coke /Pepsi challenge. Using
crakers to nuetralize their taste buds,
students took sips from unlabeled cups,
choosing their favorite of the two. Pepsi
was the victor out of 176 Students
surveyed.
Margie Kabigting
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“I like Coke
because it*s cool.
I also like the
pola r bear
because he is
cool.”
Stephen
Davidson
Junior
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"Coke is the official softdrink of the
university." The bidding for a softdrink
company started between Pepsi and
Coca Cola. Bidding lasted for a year,
involving both rew rites and serious
policy negotiations with coke as the
victor. The question is who benefits,
the student body or administration?
One would think that all the special
events on campus would receive the
"extras" by Coke, but some have not.
For example, there was an event on
campus and Coke denied to help out.
Pepsi was contacted and they offered to
donate products. Some would agree
that this is what the contract holder
should be doing. This type of unbiased
generosity would benefit the student
body.
Regardless of the consequences,
students will have no option but to
drink Coke for the next 5 years. The
university should have implemented a
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study to ask the student body what
they prefer to drink? Still, they did not
and we now have no choice! One of the
major stipulations in the university
Coke contract according to Don Runion
is "no selling or giving of any softdrink
products on campus, if it is not Coke."
Coke contributes products to
athletics, such as Poweraide for the
teams. They donate all of the Coke
products in the Blue Room, which is
about 500 cases and 40,000 cups.
They donated softdrinks for Superdance
and W acky Olym pics, but is this
because of the exposure? If a company
is a university sponsor, then they
should represent the entire university
and not what pleases them. The
student's right to choose has been
violated. Since we are the choice of a
new generation, maybe we should be
aloud to choose for the next generation.
by: Heather Vipond and Keith
Walentowski
"I like Pepsi
because the
products are o f
a better
quality. Coke
productst in
general, are
harsher.”
Maggie B lair
Graduate
Student
HPepsi is better
because i t fs
pep p y ”
Chandra
Johnson
Graduate
Student
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Students were eligible to win a plethora of
prizes at the CBS College Tour. Kelly
Helveston and Lillian Hill gladly filled out an
application to win the Ford Escort ZX2, that
was being raffled.
Staff
Donald Shovely and Travis Bryant takes
part in a ski simulation . Between virtual
reality roller coasters and simulation
games, every event encompassed the goal
of Old Dominion to become a University of
the 21st Century.
When CBS came to campus in the Activities Council. There were games
half a dozen trucks
and prizes, the biggest prize being a
pulled up and unloaded their contents.
two-year lease on a 1998 Ford Escort
end of October,
These
trucks and trailers unloaded a ZX2. The games were based on CBS
cornucopia of entertainment equipment television shows. The prizes given away
and prizes with which they used to included CBS clothing and assorted
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entertain the student body. The CBS
office paraphernalia, such as mouse
| College tour which was set up behind pads. Among the other freebies given
the soccer field across the street from away were:
the
Powhatan Apartments.
The CBS conditioner,
l/Oreal shampoo and
Tylenol,
Band
Aids,
College Tour is an annual event that Campbell's Soup drink containers, and
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comes to the University, with a caravan assorted candy from Nestle. Students
took advantage of the prizes and
of trucks and trailers.
“I Uked the
College Tour
because they
gave away
lots o f stu ff
and a ll the
games and
activities
were really
fu n .”
Jason Vega
Sophomore
*T got fre e
samples o f
candy,
shampoo,
tylenol, and
a cool pen.”
Jessica
Morris
Senior
The CBS tour was completely free prom otional item s, and enjoyed the
*T thought it
was really
awesome
because I g o t
fr e e things
and had a
chance to
win a ca r.”
John Brown
Freshman
to students, and was sponsored by Old tour overall.
Dominion
U niversity
and
Student
by: Erin Jewell
Many students
paticipated in a
sample of a game
show at the tour.
Fun events
brought unity to
the campus» and
allowed students
to come together
and enjoy time
outside of
classes.
A representative from CBS assists Matt
McKee and Terik Joyner with their roles in
a simulation of the TV show “CBS College
Football.“ CBS showed students a first
hand example of television production and
management.
Staff
*I got behind
in school work,
and I couldn’t
get to class. I
fe lt stuck, with
no way out.**
Mark Harvey
Senior
**Since I only
have classes on
Monday,
Wednesday and
Friday, I
enjoyed the
extra day to
stay in bed. I
never thought
ODU would
cancel classes
o r close f o r
rain. I*m glad
they did.**
Krista H arrell
Sophomore
“Ife e l the
Nor*Easter was
a tragedy fo r
some, but it
brought
excitement to
others.**
Tim Donovan
Senior
On February 4th, the Hampton
Roads area was hit by storm. The area
suffered an onslaught of horrible weather
that was brought on by a cyclonic storm
called a Nor'Easter. A Nor'Easter is a
winter storm that causes high winds,
heavy rain, tidal waves, and structural
damage. The name comes from the
strong northeasterly winds that blow in
from the ocean.
Early morning students and faculty
awoke the next morning only to find
traffic chaos. Commuters braved the
rain and fought the flooding, while
trying to get through the watered
interstate,
Hampton
Boulevard,
Oceanview, Virginia Beach, Hampton,
and Newport News.
Mid-morning, it was announced that
the University would be closed at 1:00
A student
strolls by as the
water engulfs
one of the cars
parked on 49th
Street. Both
campus and
city property
were damaged
in the storm.
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1
pm. Classes were either canceled or let
out early, and everyone got off campus
quickly. As people high-tailed out, the I
tide began to rise.
Residents of
Whitehurst watched as the water from
the Elizabeth River rose up over the
dock and touched the Sailing Center.
The next day, classes were delayed
until 10:00 am. Some rejoiced about
the extra time to snooze, but homeowners
came out to survey the damage and
prepare for the tide to come in again.
For the rest of the week, the Peninsula
was plagued by high tides and flooding.
When the storm was finally over,
sunshine and warm weather sprawled
across Hampton Roads. Area residents
breathed a sigh of relief, only to hear
of more rain coming next week.
by: Erin Jewell
Chuck Thomas, University Photographer
The parking lots at Rogers Hall were
severely flooded as well. The water nearly
covered a few cars completely. Residents
were encouraged to move their cars, but
some ignored the warning.
Chuck Thomas, University Photographer
Chuck Thomas. University Photographer
The flooding from the Nor’Easter caused
thousands of dollars in damage to the city
of Norfolk. Docks and piers became
submerged in water, causing severe
instability.
Residents were warned that water levels
may rise due to floods, but no one thought
that it would actually happen. It was
unfortunate that it did, because many
people were not prepared for the storm.
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provided b y D a ve H o m a g e
This is an artist’s
conceptual
drawing of the
Mainstreet
Shopping
District. Various
shops will line
the street
offering services
to the local
community.
This artistic rendering displays a corner of
the Mainstreet arena. Eateries are also a
part of the Master Plan expansion.
provided by D a ve H om a g e
“The expansion
plan, i f done
properly, is an
opportunity fo r
ODU to expand
not only in land,
but to grow as a
leader in
education into
the 21st
Century
John Stover
Senior
“l think that
the expansion
is a good idea
because I know
that a lo t o f the
area around
the school isn’t
very safe and a
change would
greatly improve
the reputation
o f the school
Terri Klaes
Junior
“Moving Old
Dominion to
the fore fro n t o f
higher
education in
Virginia or
chicken wings:
you make the
ca ll.”
Jon Young
Sophomore
■ P W W
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M
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After five years of planning, the University
unveiled plans for a high-tech village. The
village will encompass 75 acres extending
from 38th street to 49th Street and Hampton
Blvd. to Killam Ave. Included are plans for
a 10,000 seat 220,00 square foor convocation
center, two new parking garages with 2,100
vehicle capacity, several sets of apartments,
an office park, a greek row and shops will be
built on each side of the new "Main Street."
The village will be designed to offer safe
housing and shopping within close
proximity to the main campus.
Construction is expected to start in
mid 98. The convocation center is expected
to be built by the year 2,000. The cost of the
village is still being determined, and students
will not feel the punch with tuition increases.
The majority of the building cost will be
endured by private/public partnerships.
V
E
Although the plans are important for
the future of the university, the descision
did not win approval of some of the
surrounding community. Many local
business owners opposed the expansion due
to long term displacement. With this in
mind, they took their complaints to the city
council. When it came time to discuss the
developement well over 200 students,
faculty, staff, alumni and friends of the
university came out to show there support.
Student Body President Jon Young
stated, "Ever since I have been a student at
Old Dominion, many administartors have
stated that ODU represents the university of
the future/ With all of these propsed
expansions, it makes their message both
relevant and exciting."
- by: Tommy Smigiel, with informtion provided by
the Mace and Crown
The vision of Mainstreet will also
incorporate new student housing or
apartments. These dwellings will be
available to the local community as well.
In addition to apartments and shops,
Mainstreet will also have “green areas”.
This drawing brings to life the idea of the
new convocation center and university
parking structures. Mainstreet can be
better visualized from this arial view. The
project is truly expansive.
provided b y D a ve H a m a g e
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