Horizons

Casino Night 2010

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The shuffling of cards, the spinning of roulette wheels, the tossing of those crap dice, and the roar of the bingo crowd. Trip to Vegas? No. It's Casino Night at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.

The Board of Campus Activities, BCA, held its annual casino night on Friday, Mar.

Light up the Night

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Crowding around as close as possible against the yellow caution tape, an excited throng braced themselves on a quiet, calm, and beautiful Prescott evening. The object of their attention was a stagnant jet car yards in front of them. The anticipation in the air was almost tangible.

March: National Women's History Month

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

While many in Prescott have heard of Sharlot Hall, Arizona's territorial historian, ranch woman, and writer; what about Viola Jimulla or Patricia McGee? This grandmother/granddaughter team were prominent leaders of the Yavapai Prescott Indian Tribe. And Frances Willard Munds? She was the driving force in securing the right to vote for Arizona women in 1912 and the first woman to serve in the Arizona State Senate in 1914.

Air Traffic Control Lab Open for Business

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The air traffic control lab hosted an open house to celebrate its relocation and announce its start of operation to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Prescott campus. A new air traffic control lab was needed to be able to train high-quality air traffic controllers as part of the new air traffic management major at ERAU.

Global Intelligence Monitoring Center for GSIS Students Opens

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

At long last, the new Global Security and Intelligence Studies building is finally open to the public. The building, named the Global Intelligence Monitoring Center (GIMC), has been a quality project of at least 5 years of planning and hard work. The center, located in building 17, houses a commons area and the aptly named Ops Center, which features a conference table, world map, world clocks, removable whiteboards, a large projector for briefs and presentations, multiple computers, two-way mirrors, and eight flatscreens that will be hooked up to international news feeds.

Honors Program To Accept Sophomores

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Since its inception, the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Honors program has only recruited about two percent of the incoming freshmen. That tradition will change in the fall of 2010, as Honors will also accept four incoming sophomores who applied for entry to the program on Mar.

Horizons Newspaper Awarded Third at ACP Conference

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Two of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's seniors, Horizons Editor in Chief Josh Martinez and Final Approach Editor Carrie Anderson, will graduate this spring looking back at their newspaper's achievements smiling. This year, at the Associated Collegiate Press (ACP) National College Journalism Convention in Phoenix, Horizons Newspaper won third place for best in show in its category.

Housing Considers Removing "Dry" Campus Policy

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Arizona changed the legal drinking age from 19 to 21 in 1985, and so Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University decided to go dry since most of its students were not of age anyway, according to Larry Stephan, Dean of Students. Now, 25 years later, the Department of Housing and Residence Life is considering the possibility of allowing alcohol on campus-for those of legal age to consume it, of course.

Quality Enhancement Program Held Meeting with Students

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

A Student Government Association meeting took place on Thursday, Mar. 4 in the Lower Hangar, with the new Quality Enhancement Plan as the main topic of discussion. The meeting was intended to present what the QEP is and why it is important. Dr. Bloom led the QEP talk and received interesting and widespread feedback from the attendees.

Chat With Administration

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

This semester's first Chat with the Administration opened up with a few announcements. First, the Air Traffic Management program has recently been approved by the state of Arizona and will now be available as a major for students. Air Traffic Management is one of the best paid government jobs and the newly opened air traffic lab should prove to be a great asset to the university.

RHA Loses Conference Bid

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Last semester, the International Affiliate of College and University Residence Halls (IACURH) NoFrills Conference 2009 was held at Northern Arizona University. This conference was aimed towards leadership development workshops, programming and events ideas, and overall student advocacy.

Air Force Academy Dedicates Earth Center

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The United States Air Force Academy in Colorado is dedicating a double ring of stones located near the academy's visitor center for religious use by members of Wicca and other nature-centered neo-pagan religions. The stone sanctuary is a welcome replacement from the indoor room previously used by the group.

Airplane Rentals

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Have you been looking for a place to rent a good-quality, late-model aircraft for your leisure rental needs? Look no further, as the fleet of aircraft at the flight line is now available to fulfil your rental needs!

Whether you're looking to take your family and friends sightseeing over northern Arizona or just want to fly out to a great dinner at Anzio's in Mesa, the ERAU flight department is here to help you.

Campus Improvements

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

You may have noticed some changes occurring all across campus the last couple weeks. Hall 5 is currently undergoing some remodeling and there is lots of construction in the center of campus as workers try to improve the drainage around some buildings. However, there are even more improvements to come, and over spring break several projects will be completed.

Effects of Stress, Fatigue in Aviation

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

In my last article, I discussed how illness and medications are relevant to aviation, as part of the IMSAFE checklist. This week I am going to talk about two more letters in that checklist: Stress and Fatigue.

Stress is generally not a word that many pilots would associate with aviation.

ERAU Students Intern at Arizona State Legislature

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Two ERAU students have been hired to intern for the Arizona state legislature, in the culmination of a process initiated by the College of Arts and Sciences' Career Services in the fall of 2007.

Historically, only students enrolled at Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, and University of Arizona could apply for these highly competitive internships.

Live Mail Discussion with IT

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The students of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University were invited to attend an open discussion session with the IT Department about the new Live Mail system on Wed., Feb. 17. Before opening the discussion up to questions, Chase Lipovac gave a presentation on the various features available with Live Mail and how to set them up.

Hawaiian Club Luau Fires Up ERAU

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

When you think of a luau, you would think of a big relaxed party on a beach in Hawaii. Did you ever think you could go to one in Arizona? Well, it is possible. The ERAU Hawaii Club threw their 14th annual luau this past Saturday in the Activity Center. The theme for the evening was "na mele aloha," which means "the songs of aloha.

Retirement Community Hazards

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

"Wrinkles should merely indicate where smiles have been." -Mark Twain

I'm not current on the politically correct term for old people, or if "old" is even an offensive term. If they had a politically correct name though, I'd guess it would be to the same format as most politically correct terms - a positive or less negative attribute followed by the word 'challenged.

Ventriloquist Andy Gross Visits Campus

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

On Friday, Feb. 19, 2010, the ventriloquist, comedian, and magician Andy Gross entranced the students with a mysterious and mind-bending act. It all began with Andy talking about a fight with his mannequin for calling it a "dummy, " which is not politically correct.

RHA Hosts Pool Tournament

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Student Union was packed on Saturday night for the Resident Hall Association sponsored pool tournament. Dee Dozier, RHA vice president and national communications coordinator, was in charge of the competition. Dee Dozier, RHA President Dylan Cragg, and the Information Technology Communications Coordinator Blake Dedell were the judges when they were not participating in the tournament.

University Profile

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Dr. Brian Rachford grew up in a small town and discovered, as he made his way through life, that is where he fit. It is what he is used to. He cultivated a love for science that continues to this day. It is apparent in every fact or scientific story Dr. Rachford finds interesting because his eyes light up and there is a smile on his face when he talks.

Yoga Classes Now Available to ERAU

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

With the mid-semester crunch approaching, many of us Eagles are starting to feel the stress of classes creeping in. If you too are becoming overwhelmed with your workload, you may want to look into doing some yoga. The practice of yoga is sweeping the nation, and with good reason.

C.I.P.S. Hosts International Festival

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Prescott campus has 72 international students from over 20 countries. The annual Center for International Programs & Services International Festival is a way for ERAU to celebrate different cultures.

Each country represented had a table and served a sample of the country's traditional food.

Interview on Winter Olympics 2010

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Ben Wilking, an Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University student, traveled to Vancouver for the 2010 Olympics. His enthusiasm for going and his excitement about being there was evident in the interview.

Housing Appoints New Coordinators

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Housing and Residence Life has decided to hire two new assistant area coordinators to help supervise the RAs of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Unviersity. Assistant area coordinators on the RAs and the students living in the halls, assisting the RAs with programming, resolving student incidents, and otherwise helping supervise housing affairs.

The Nano World

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Imagine electronics being nearly invisible to the naked eye. Even though this seems impossible, it is becoming a reality.

Micro Electronic Mechanical Systems, also known as microelectromechanical systems or MEMS, is a new type of technology that is being developed.

Briefs

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

N. IRELAND: Republican Dissident Reprisals, ISRAEL: Unrest in West Bank Grows, IRAN: Increasing Factional Tensions, SOMALIA: Government and Militia May Combine Forces

Situation Reports

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

BURMA: Kachin Army Mobilizes, SOUTH KOREA: Navy to Receive Patrol Aircraft, AUSTRALIA: New Visa Requirements Planned

Andy & Drew's Restaurant Review

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Service: 2.0/5.0
Atmosphere: 2.5/5.0
Food: 3.0/5.0

When you see a restaurant review, you don't expect it to be for a chain restaurant. Well, Andy and I are about to deliver the unexpected. Streets of New York is a pizza and Italian food chain with a location here in downtown Prescott.

I think that it isn't frivolous that I reviewed a part of a chain because I did it with two motives in mind: it is important to know how one chain's location is because no two locations are exactly the same, and because even a member of a chain is still a legitimate restaurant.

A.J.'s Movie Review

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Shutter Island was, well, surprising. There really is no other way to fully describe Martin Scorsese's most recent masterpiece. Based upon the movie trailers, which all seemed to present a suspense-oriented action film, one would never guess that the movie would actually turn out to be an extremely gripping psychological thriller.

A.J.'s Movie Review

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Rating: 4.0/5.0

The Crazies is not your typical zombie film, in that the "crazies" themselves are not your usual zombies. The most striking aspect about them had to be their intelligence. The crazies apparently still had full access to their intellect and thought processes, as they were able to do things like work as a team and plan an ambush.

Game Review

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Have you ever wanted to play a game that was overly energetic? Try Bioshock 2.

If you want a new game that will keep you glued to your seat for days at a time, pick up a copy of Bioshock 2. This is the latest installment of the Bioshock series, and continues where the old story ended.

Gun Review

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

There are some things in life we find ourselves thinking of as an old friend, like a faithful old car, or for some of us here, the calculator we've had since high school. To me, my Ruger 10/22 Carbine is one of those things. It's one of the first guns that I ever shot, and it's the gun that has taught me by far the most over the years my family has owned it.

Book Review

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

I was flying back to California when I realized that I didn't have a book to read. It's an airplane flight. I am not interested in the philosophy and times of Nietzsche when I'm flying into Los Angeles and San Francisco. So, I went looking for a pleasure novel that I wouldn't need to concentrate on to understand.

Eagles Baseball Club Looking Better Than Ever

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Baseball Club at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is in full swing this semester. The club has been on campus for the last 5 years. Each year the team has a different dynamic, but always manages to have fun playing baseball. As with any club sport, players come from different majors on campus, which creates an interesting group to play ball with.

Intramurals Still Going Strong, Providing Stress Relief We All Need

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

A high adrenaline spike, the wind rushing by, the pounding of your heart; no matter what sport you are playing, they all create a feeling of being on top of the world. The intramurals currently going on include indoor soccer and basketball, each offering different interactive opportunities in providing a friendly environment to challenge individual skills as well as team building skills for a variety of students.

Jay Kwon's Tips for a Leaner Body

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

A common misconception about weightlifting is that it is only for those who are looking for the bulkier build, or that it will not help with losing weight. This is definitely not true. There are different weightlifting activities and regimens that people who seeks a leaner body can adopt in order to lose weight and get a leaner physique.

XXVI Winter Olympics Sets Higher Standards, Popularity Growing Every Year

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The XXI Winter Olympic games saw many amazing feats that will be hard to surpass in years to come. There were many firsts that surprised everyone. About seven nations made their first trip ever to the Winter Olympics, and others have returned after having missed the last one that was held at Turin.

March Madness is Here

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

March Madness is upon us and is sure to be exciting this year, as always when top college basketball teams from across the country go head to head. The highlight reels will spin when all the teams get together, and the buzzer-beating upsets are sure to grip the nation for yet another year.

America, the Lazy

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

It seems like America has been sinking into a general sense of laziness. As society has advanced, it almost seems like everything people do is geared towards getting away from hard work, especially work involving getting dirty and using your hands. Haven't you noticed that almost nowhere in the media is a tradesman portrayed as being a normal member of society? It seems like there is some sort of subconscious campaign against blue collar labor.

Robin Hood: the Story of Integrity

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Integrity is a very common word, but its concept is rarely put into practice. Its not that we don't want to have integrity; short-term priorities simply push this little word down the list.

When you ask someone if he or she lied recently, it would be a lie if the answer was no.

The Tree of Liberty

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

I was very pleasantly surprised this past week when I received a response to my last editorial on the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy. I was even more surprised that it was from one of my own professors. Not only had he read it, but he also had a clipping from a newspaper which had an opposing viewpoint and statistics to one of the points I had presented.

Craftsmanship in the Plug-n-Chug Era

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Many know of the new Cessna Aircraft Company's newest offering, the 162 Skycatcher. The light sport category created by the FAA several years ago has seen a multitude of innovative new aircraft offerings from tiny startup companies and industry giants alike, and the Skycatcher is near the top of the list.

Good Judgement

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

I often refer to myself as a student of life, and I believe it is beneficial to learn throughout one's lifetime. The Prescott campus of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University provides a top notch education for students and has created an excellent college environment, conducive to learning many lessons.