The Voice

Boortz's Morals Challenged by GSC Professor

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

On the March 7 radio broadcast of The Neal Boortz Show, what began as a story about ice falling from a plane onto a rural Georgia tire shop quickly snowballed into one professor's campaign to suspend the "Talkmaster."
During the broadcast, Boortz repeatedly aired clips of Jordan Welch, a Lula youth, describing the falling ice.

Cheaters get Cheated by Teacher's New Program

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Calling all Cheaters! Thinking of ordering a paper online to submit for that research paper you are not really in the mood to write about famous philosophers in the 1800's, think again! GSC Oconee just purchased a program to stop all of you dead in your tracks.

Chemicals Turning up in Drinking Water Nationwide

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

In the 2007 Simpson's Movie, the town of Springfield is quarantined after a mutant fish emerges from the bay of the Monty Burn's water treatment facility. Although quarantining an entire city for a mutated fish that sprouts legs and attacks the public may seem a little farfetched; causing fish mutation is not.

GSC Oconee Professors Say They See Both Sides of Students' Dishonesty.

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Cheating, by definition, is defined as "to deprive of something valuable by the use of deceit or fraud".
At GSC, plagiarism among students in the past has posed problems. Students have been caught writing work for other students or having parents write work for students.

Students and Test Taking Dishonesty on GSC Oconee Campus

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

It takes strategy, creativity, and secrecy to cheat and a majority of students surveyed on the Oconee campus have admitted to cheating at lest once in their life.
Surprisingly 24 % of those surveyed admitted to cheating this semester. Reasons for cheating included stress, conveniences, and spontaneity.

Bassmaster : Catching Bass and Taking Names

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

It's the greatest event of the sport. It's the World Series, the Super Bowl of bass fishing.
The Bassmaster Classic has been around for 38 years, but only in the past few years has ESPN provided detailed coverage of the event. Only in the past few years has the winner taken home a winning purse of $500,000.

Hawks Trade Bibby, Hope for Strong Team with Veteran Leader

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

On February 16, the Atlanta Hawks got serious about their playoff run. They shipped a bunch of second-rate talent to the Kings in a trade for point guard Mike Bibby. Anthony Johnson, Tyronn Lue, Shelden Williams, Lorenzen Wright and a 2008 second round draft pick make up the group that headed to Sacramento in the trade.

High Hopes as Atlanta Braves Begin Training for fall 2008

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Baseball season is here and Opening Day approaches. The Atlanta Braves are looking to improve on a 2007 season that once looked promising before coming up short.
They've dug back to their roots as they signed former Braves Cy Young pitcher Tom Glavine to a one year contract.

Intramural B-ball Playoffs or GSC campus Civil War?

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Gainesville State College Oconee Campus Intramural Basketball season has just ended, but it's not over quite yet, we still have the playoffs. After a very exciting season, here is what the playoffs will look like.

North Campus
1. Scrubs
2. Swagg Elites
3.

Cinemechanica: Mega Jams in Athens Scene

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Athens music scene is witnessing rise to new innovation in rock music, coming from the progressive spirit of the band, Cinemechanica.
The group is driven by dual guitars, played by band members Bryant Williamson and Andy Pruett. The group is locked down by the blare of insanely fast rifts played by the skillful drummer Mike Albanese.

Henry Rollins: Speaking the Truth

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Not many people can boast a resume like Henry Rollins. An accomplished singer, songwriter, spoken word artist, actor, author, radio and television host, and publisher, Rollins has made his mark in pop culture in a way few others have.

After fronting the legendary California punk band Black Flag from 1981 to 1986, Rollins founded the record label and publishing company 2.

Local Legends: The Modern Skirts

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Modern Skirts have been creating quite a buzz among the Athens music scene for a long time now. It seems as if that buzz is now spilling over into a much larger audience, with the video for "Pasadena" getting tons of internet play on MTV's website. The band has also been touring vigorously for the past two years, including a recent tour of Europe that's expanded their fan base and influence throughout the world.

Among the Many Mistruths About Obama

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

America was founded on the Bible. This is a true statement, more or less. Was our government founded on the Bible? One can argue that, yes, the government was founded on the Bible. Yet, on the other hand, there is also supposed to be a "separation of Church and State.

Eve. Gone but not Forgotten

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Eve Carson was a young, beautiful, brilliant, talented and caring young woman whose life was taken by a terrible act of violence. I was fortunate enough to have grown up with Eve and her younger brother Andrew for much of my life in a little neighborhood called the "Cobbham District.

Immigration Nation: Left vs. Right

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

A heated subject, the debate of immigration is dominated the politically correct and power-hungry politicians. Although these people are trying to "discredit" anyone who tries to solve the issue, their attempts are feeble and untrue. Realistically, however, all they want is the minority vote.

The Voice Applauds Oconee Student Life

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Gainesville State College is not perfect. Many of us would love to see real food in the atrium, a better parking situation, or a new multi-purpose building. Despite these issues or similar concerns, there is one division of GSC which deserves recognition: Student Life.

What a Concept: Music that Jogs the Mind

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

WHAT A CONCEPT: MUSIC THAT JOGS THE MIND

It can be said that people buy music for two reasons: to be entertained and to be enlightened. In many cases, this happens concurrently. Classical music, for instance, has a loyal fan base because its listeners enjoy it on a basic harmonic level.

What You Gonna do When They Come For You?

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

I've always thought there are two kinds of people in this world. The first kind is those who heed the advice of others. The other kind is those who try it for themselves. Well unfortunately, for those of us who try it ourselves, we tend to experience a little more trouble.

Jiu-Jitsu Club Teaching GSC to Fight

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Gainesville College here in Oconee County has a new club swinging into action this semester.
GSC students can now fight their way into the Jiu-Jitsu club, which is now complete with advisor and martial arts instructor Dr. Preston Coleman, David Gomez of Georgia Karate Academy, and student leader and founder Colin Moran.

Black History MonthDrum Group Highlights Black History Month

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Americans have recognized black history annually since 1926. It was first "Negro History Month" then later named "Black History Month" in 1976. Black history had barely begun to be studied or documented when the tradition originated.
Although blacks have been in America at least as far back as colonial times, it was not until the 20th century that they gained a respectable presence in the history books.

Colloqium Celebrates Women's History Month

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Throughout U.S. history, women of every race and class have made contributions that have helped to shape and strengthen the country. In 1978, the public celebration of women's history began in this country as "Women's History Week" in Sonoma, California. The week of March 8, International Women's Day, was selected.

GSC student and Willowmeena Worm Invite You to Have Tea

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

She's just a little earthworm who wants to entertain some friends at a tea party in her little earthworm home. She doesn't have any huge crises that befall her, and certainly no overwhelming personal issues to sort through. She just wonders, what will her guests wear to the party?
"Willowmeena Worm" is a delightful children's book written by GSC Oconee student Alfreda Henry and charmingly illustrated by Diane Lucas.

Study up on Study Drugs

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Narcolepsy is a neurological condition most characterized by Excessive Daytime Sleepiness (EDS). The remedy for narcoleptics is an easily obtained medication called amphetamine. Strangely enough, doctors discovered that amphetamines could also be used to adjust Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in patients.

What's Wrong with Peace, Love and Understanding?

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The GSC Colloquium Series continued with Joseph Sebarenzi, "A Message of Peace and Reconciliation." He addressed the college on March 11 at noon in room 512. During this lecture he told his dramatic and historic story, and imparted a message of peace and forgiveness.