Village Crier Feb 2012

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Inside This Issue

Volume 7, Issue 1

February 2012

The Village Crier

February,

A Matter of the Heart

Black History Month

“Words of Wisdom”

History of Valentines

Microwave Magic

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RA Spotlight

A Look Ahead

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Trivia & Birthdays Just as the other eleven months that compose a

full calendar year, there are countless number of

observances and celebrations partaken in through-out each month. In February, it is considered com-

mon knowledge for individuals to highlight the ac-

complishments of past and present contributors of

the African-American ethicnicty in honor of Black

History. Furthermore, it is expected for gift and

flower arrangement establishments to be emptied for Valentine’s Day on February 14th. However,

another preeminent perspective of participation is

that is designated as “American Heart Month.” The American Heart Associa-

tion (AHA) coordinators energy and effort in a “National Wear Red Day,” which

was held on February 3 of this year. This imperative initiative’s motivating mission is to raise awareness of the health complications that heart disease

can bring to women. The American Heart Association has designated Febru-

ary as American Heart Month since 1963. Re-

search and ongoing studies show that cardiovas-

cular disease is the leading cause of death in the

United States; one in every three deaths is from heart disease and stroke, equal to 2,200 deaths

per day. These conditions are also leading causes

of disability preventing people from working and

enjoying family activities. Cardiovascular disease

is also very expensive—together heart disease and stroke hospitalizations in 2010 cost the nation

more than $444 billion in health care expenses

and lost productivity. To increase and magnify the magnitude, other organiza-

tions have joined in. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),

the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and other parts of the

US government launched their “Million Hearts™” Campaign in September 2011; a national initiative that aims to prevent one million heart attacks and

strokes in the U.S. by year 2016. Likewise, since 2002 the National Heart,

Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) and partner

organizations have sponsored its national sym-

bol of “The Heart Truth®” and “The Red Dress®,” which are used as the national sym-

bols to remind women of their need to protect

their heart health and hopefully inspire to take

action. The empowerment through education is

encouraged for all to take part and be aware,

active, and proactive all year round, just partic-ularly in the month of February.

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FEBRAUARY, A MATTER OF THE HEART

“Hold The Mercury Please”


BIRTHDAY SHOUTOUTS

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BIRTHDAY IN FEBRUARY or MARCH?

GIVE THEM A SHOUT-OUT IN THE NEXT ISSUE OF THE

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Kristie Vo - 2/9

Kathryn Woods - 2/9

Elizabeth Evinger - 2/11

Rischa Releford - 2/23

Amber Harper - 12/26

Question: What “college movie” was filmed in Athens?

Please email all responses to:

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SPECIAL THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING STAFF MEMBERS AS THIS EDITION OF VILLAGE CRIER IS A CERTIFIED PUBLICATION OF:

RA Sydnee Bush, RA Lindsay Boyle, RA Kristen Hassey, & RA Phillip McIntyre

FEBRUARY VILLAGE CRIER TRIVIA


CLEANING TIP TOPIC - PROACTIVE PEST CONTROL

Wash your Dishes. Clean the sink.

Wipe down all the surfaces in your kitchen

after you are done

Keep all food items properly sealed

Take the trash out each day on your way

out in smaller bags

Keep the floors clean; mop & vacuum regu-

larly

Tackle and clean up spills quickly

Sunday, February 12: ECV Community Board will host

“ECV Harmony - For the Love of a Cure” (7:14 pm / Fireside Lounge)

Monday, February 13: ECV will host its Spring Blood Drive

(2:00 pm - 7:00 pm / Fireside Lounge)

Tuesday, February 21:

ECV Community Board will host “The Gears of Grad School” (7:00 pm / Fireside Lounge)

Wednesday, February 22:

Alumni Visions Auxiliary will host

“Resume Workshop & Employment Search Navigation”

(7:00 pm / Fireside Lounge)

Thursday, March 1:

Community Morale Auxiliary will host

“ECV’s Got Talent” (6:30 pm / Fireside Lounge)

A LOOK AHEAD

It’s not too late! Visit ECV Community Office in Rooker to complete a Cleaning Service Contract Today!

Monday, February 20 - Sunday, February 26:

ECV CLEAN WEEK

Sunday, February 26 - Saturday, March 3:

UNIVERSITY HOUSING’S HEALTHY EATING & AWARENESS WEEK

Thursday, March 8:

RESIDENCE HALL ASSOCIATION WILL HOST “SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM”

Sunday, March 25 - Saturday, March 31:

DAWG DAYS


HONORING THOSE OF THE PAST, PRESENT, & FUTURE

It was Harvard graduate Dr. Carter G. Woodson (born De-

cember 19, 1875) that acted on ambitions to stimulate the

start in the recognition and celebration of the contributions

of African-Americans to the American history. In 1915, the

New Canton, Virginia native established the Association for

the Study of Negro Life and History; which would later be

titled as the Association for the Study of Afro-American Life

and History. Just one year later, he founded the widely re-

spected and read Journal of Negro History. The observance

initially began as Negro History Week in 1926; in which

Woodson chose the second week in February in honor of

birthdays of two American men whom he felt greatly influ-

enced the African-American population. Those distinguished

gentleman were Fredrick Douglas (born Frederick Augustus

Washington Bailey in February 1818 / Talbot County, Mary-

land) and 16th President of the United Stated, Abraham Lin-

coln (born on February 12, 1809 / Hodgenville, Kentucky).

The week long observation flowered into its present-day

month long observance. The month of February showed to be

quite significant with dates such as on February 23, 1868,

civil rights leader and founder of the National Association for

the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) W.E. B. DuBois

was born, on February 3, 1870, the Fifteenth Amendment

was passed to grant African-Americans the right to vote, and

just 22 days later, Hiram R. Revels took his oath to office as

he became the first black United States Senator. We encour-

age you to research not only African-American contributions

to society but all those that have made contributions to the

progress and productivity of American society. See page three

of this issue to see important inventions by African-American

individuals of the past, present, and future.


WHO INVENTED THAT?

Have you ever stopped to think where certain things came from; what great genius possessed the

intellect and skill to invent things? While in celebration of Black History Month, take a look at the

bright brains that created some of our most used everyday inventions!

Benjamin Banneker

(pictured right) developed

the first clock built in the

United States. He also

helped developed an al-

manac and helped create

the layout of the building

streets and monuments

for the Nation’s Capitol,

Washington, D.C.

Dr. Charles Drew

(pictured right) was a

pioneer in the field of

blood preservation as he

developed a method for

separating plasma from

the whole blood so they

could be combined later.

He helped to establish

the modern day blood

bank.

Patricia Bath (pictured

left) is an ophthalmologist

that developed the La-

serphaco Probe, which is

used around the world to

treat cataracts. She was

the first African-American

female doctor to receive a

patent for medical pur-

pose.

Benjamin Banneker

(pictured left) developed

the first clock built in the

United States. He also

helped developed an al-

manac and helped create

the layout of the building

streets and monuments

for the Nation’s Capitol,

Washington, D.C.

Marie Van Brittan Brown

(pictured left) invented the

home security system in

1966 with her husband

Albert Brown. Her system

had a set of four peep holes

and a camera that could

slide up and down to look

at each one. Also, a resi-

dent could unlatch the door

by remote control. system

had a set of 4 peep

Granville T. Woods (pictured

right) was known to have

over 60 patents. Some of his

brilliant inventions included

a railway telegraph system,

which allowed crew mem-

bers on moving trains to

communicate with one an-

other and with railroad sta-

tions. telephone transmitter,

a galvanic battery, and an

automatic circuit-braking

apparatus.

Other African-American inventors include: Garrett A. Morgan (traffic light & gas mask), John Stand-

ard (refrigerator), Lewis Howard Latimer (the filament within the light bulb), Richard Spikes (the

gearshift), Frederick Jones (the air conditioner), Alice Parker (the heating furnace), George Carver

(peanut butter and paint/satins), Paul E. Williams (helicopter), George F. Grant (golf tee), J. B. Win-

ters (Fire Escape Ladder), and Lee Burridge (typewriting machine). What others can you find?


By: Lindsay Boyle,

Community Communications Committee

One of our ECV Resident Assistants in Building 1512 is Greg Myrthil. Greg is a senior Microbiology and Environmental

Health Science double major, and is originally from Malden, Massachusetts. He attended Mundys Mill High School in Jonesboro, Ga., before coming to UGA.

This is Greg’s second year as an RA, and he says that his fa-vorite aspect of his job is the interactions he has with people, whether his residents or his fellow housing employees.

Greg is not only involved in housing, but also in several other organizations at UGA and in the Athens community. He is a member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc., and Alpha Phi Ome-ga Fraternity, and also volunteers as an intern with the Envi-ronmental Protection Agency. Someone so busy must have mo-tivation from somewhere, and Greg gets his from his mother, saying “My mother inspires me to be the best that I can be.” He, in turn, inspires the rest of us with his positive attitude and witty personality.

If ever he has free time, Greg enjoys watching movies, playing video games, and hanging out with his friends. His favorite movie is Blue Streak, and his favorite play is the Lion King (good choice Greg). He also enjoys music, listing hip-hop, R&B, Reggae, and jazz as his favorite genres.

After graduating from UGA, Greg hopes to work for the Envi-ronmental Protection Agency. His New Year’s Resolution this year is to try and “eat healthier,” so the next time you spot Mr. Myrthil around ECV, make sure you remind him of his nutri-tion goals! Greg adds charm and humor to the ECV staff, and while we wish him the best of luck in the future, we will surely miss his smiling face this time next year!

Building 1512 Room 212

(Pictured above) Greg and fellows RAs Athena, Brad, and Andrew pose for a quick camera shot before they eat at a staff luncheon held at Fatz Café.


By: Sydney Bush, Community Communications Committee

Kathryn Woods, from Atlanta, Georgia, is a 4th year here at UGA and is a

Resident Assistant in McWhorter Hall. She is majoring in Biological Sci-

ence in College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. Kathryn

graduated from Frederick Douglass High School in 2008 and ever since

arriving at the University; she has been heavily involved on campus. Alt-

hough Kathryn is a first year RA, she has held many positions in Univer-

sity Housing. She is also a part of the 2011-2012 Richard B. Russell

Leadership, UGA Fellow Peach State, The Louis Stokes Alliance for Mi-

nority Participation Scholar, Black Affairs Council (Exec. Board Secre-

tary), and a UGA Admissions Volunteer.

When asked what she likes most about her position as an RA, Kathryn

said “Being able to connect with so many different students, by providing

good counsel, hosting invigorating programs, and serving as a role model

for my peers.” [Well-said Kathryn!]

Her ultimate inspiration is her desire to do God's will and live for Him.

Kathryn is also inspired to achieve all of her goals and dreams in life. She

looks up to her parents a lot because they have set a wonderful example

and her family is the most important people in her life. “Their support and

unconditional love is a daily encouragement”, Kathryn stated. Her plans

after UGA include attending a Premedical Post-Baccalaureate Program in

preparation for medical school (within the next year), volunteering, and

clinical shadowing.

Kathryn’s favorite things to do on the weekend are spend time with her

friends, read, listen to music, LAUGH, and just have fun. Her favorite

artists are Lauryn Hill, Jazmine Sullivan, T.I., and Robin Thicke. Kathry-

n’s favorite movies are Remember the Titans, Lion King and Aladdin.

Kathryn was asked to give a new years resolution or advice to Residents

about starting their new semester off right and she said, “ I don't neces-

sarily do resolutions but I do think that if you have certain goals you

would like to achieve that you should recognize what those are and make

a realistic plan of action to achieving them. One important thing to re-

member, each day is a chance to start over, so if you don't work as hard as

you'd like you can always do it bigger and better the next time. Stay en-

couraged! And smile :-).”

McWhorter Hall Room 605

(Pictured above) Kathryn is ALWAYS ready for the camera!


“Words of Wisdom”

Submitted by Rischa Releford, Alumni Visions Auxiliary

The Alumni Visions Auxiliary would like to wish everyone returning from Winter Break a Happy New Year! With the new year upon us, the Alumni Visions committee would like to

remind everyone the reason they are here; to get an education and graduate! Don't forget that there are plenty of resources on campus that can help you with your study and time management skills. For more information on this topic, please contact your local Resident

Assistant.

Alumni Visions would like to encourage those students who will be graduating this semes-ter to complete a graduation check with their college's adviser. If the situation occurs and you are missing a class that is needed to graduate, you do have the option to late add a

class.

Here are the steps to completing this process:

First contact the professor's class you wish to enter and get permission from them that

you can late add their class.

Obtain a late add form from the registrar's office.

Get the professor's whose class you wish to enter to sign your late add form.

Get the department head of your college to sign your late add form

Return late add form to registrar's office. (*when late adding a class fees may be

charged to your student account*)

Alumni Visions is working diligently to bring you awesome programs this semester. A sneak peak of a program is there will be a special dinner hosted on ECV for those sen-

iors who are graduating.

We wish you a great semester thus far and hope everything continues well throughout the

year!

The Alumni Vision Auxiliary will invite representatives from UGA’s Career Cen-ter to deliver important information re-garding resume building and employ-ment search tip!

The program will be held on Wednesday, February 22 at 7:00 pm in Fireside


“Hold the Mercury Please” Submitted by: Andrew Caudill Live & Learn Green Auxiliary

Not everything that is “natural” is good for you. Mer-

cury is a natural element that has several toxic forms in the environment: methylmercury, elemental mercu-

ry, and other mercury compounds. Your activities somewhat determine the types of mercury you are ex-posed to. For example, if you eat fish, you are almost

certainly eating a little methylmercury in your diet. Methylmercury is found in trace amounts in nearly all fish and shellfish. If you have ever broken an old ther-

mometer or even a compact fluorescent bulb, you have likely touched or breathed in a little mercury as

well. Undoubtedly, you have at least breathed in a lit-tle mercury that is regularly emitted from coal-fired

power plants.

Totally avoiding mercury is impossible. Fortunately, a

little mercury exposure is not considered dangerous for most people. Furthermore, you can take steps to reduce your risk of exposure. For ex-ample, you can avoid eating large amounts of certain fatty fish and top aquatic predators.

In particular, shark, swordfish, tilefish, and king mackerel usually have relatively high mercury content. You can find much more information from the EPA and the Georgia

EPD, which have excellent advisories on fish consumption. You can even find specific rec-ommendations about fish caught in many local waters. Understanding the risks and bene-fits of fish consumption is particularly important for women who are pregnant or breast-

feeding, as small amounts of mercury could cause problems in developing children.

You can also reduce your risk of exposure by determining what products are likely to con-

tain mercury. For examples, compact fluorescent bulbs are known to contain small

amounts of mercury that can be released into the air when the bulbs are broken. Despite

containing mercury, these new bulbs actually contribute less total mercury to the environ-

ment than traditional incandescent bulbs

because less energy is used and therefore,

less mercury in coal is released. Neverthe-

less, the best way to dispose of the compact

fluorescent bulbs is to bring them to one of

a number of local stores that accept them.

By disposing of the bulbs properly, you can

help protect yourself and the environment.


“HISTORY OF

VALENTINE’S DAY”

By: Elizabeth Evinger, Staff Morale Auxiliary

Remember the

good ole days back in elementary school when Val-entine’s Day consisted of a massive party where we had half of the school day off? Remember decorat-

ing shoe boxes with glitter and making them into you Valentine’s mailbox? It is impossible to forget, my personal favorite, going to the store to pick out

your Valentine’s card kits with your favorite TV show character on them! Now that we have gotten

older, Valentine’s Day is a romantic day to celebrate love. But for a holiday that we celebrate every year,

the history behind it is a largely unknown.

According to history.com, one legend contends that

Valentine was a priest who served during the third century in Rome. When Emperor Claudius II decid-ed that single men made better soldiers than those with wives and families, he out-

lawed marriage for young men — his crop of potential soldiers. Valentine defied Clau-dius and continued to perform marriages for young

lovers in secret. When Valentine's actions were dis-covered, Claudius ordered that he be put to death. According to one legend, Valentine actually sent

the first "valentine" greeting himself. While in pris-on, it is believed that Valentine fell in love with a

young girl who visited him during his confinement. Before his death, it is alleged that he wrote her a letter, which he signed "From your Valentine," an

expression that is still in use today. These legends are a few of many. To find out more

about Valentine’s Day’s origin, visit history.com.

All of the this information is found from

http://www.history.com/topics/valentines-day

http://www.history.com/topics/ancient-rome

http://www.history.com/topics/valentines-day


Submitted by Kristen Hassey, Community Communications Committee

Corn and Potato Chowder

Servings - Up to Four (4)

Prep Time: 10 min Total Time: 26 min

Ingredients

¼ cup onions, finely chopped

½ cup bacon, finely diced

2 cups potatoes, diced 1/4 inch pieces

1 (19 ounce) cans cream-style corn

1 cup frozen corn kernels

2 cups milk

salt and pepper

Directions

1. In a 2-quart microwave safe casserole, place onion in the centre with bacon around the edges.

2. Cover and cook at 100% power for 3 minutes, until onion is tender, stirring once.

3. Arrange potatoes on top of bacon and onions. 4. Cover and cook at 100% power for 6 minutes, stir-ring twice, until potatoes are tender.

5. Let stand, still covered, for 3 minutes. 6. Stir in corn kernels, cream-style corn, and the milk.

7. Add salt and pepper, to taste. Heat at 100% power for 3-4 minutes, or until hot, stir-ring occasionally.

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