Tigers Look to Build on Past Success
By Grant Milner/Insight Reporter
The University of Memphis basketball team is primed for another great season. The Tigers return a host of upperclassmen led by Joe Jackson and Tarik Black, who hope to take the Tigers beyond the first round of the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2008.
The Tigers made an early exit last season, falling to Saint Louis in their opening game of the tournament. Losses like that are what keep guys motivated throughout the offseason to keep getting better. |
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"It's going to be a great season. We juniors, we've got a lot of upperclassmen and we've been working real hard," said Joe Jackson.
The Tigers also return sophomore small forward Adonis Thomas, who will likely be a lottery pick in the upcoming NBA draft. Thomas had a fantastic freshman year, that end prematurely with an ankle injury.
Coach Pastner will rely heavily on Thomas this season to be the elite scorer that he was in highschool.
Memphis has a fantastic schedule this season, facing opponents such as Louisville, Tennessee, and a possible matchup with Duke in the "Battle for Atlantis" tournament.
But for some of the guys, like Tarik Black, having fun on the court will lead to success.
"Its all about having fun. The last couple of years, we have burdened ourselves with expectations," said Tarik Black, forward for the University of Memphis.
The city of Memphis has been waiting a long time for a run deep into the NCAA Tournament. Josh Pastner believes that improved team chemistry, along with a core of experienced players, will take them to the next level.
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Memphis State Eight Day
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Seven of the eight are still living.
Immediately following the brunch, an outdoor ceremony was held. City Mayor AC Wharton, along with other elected officials, spoke as well as proclaimed September 18, Memphis State Eight Day. The historical marker was unveiled during the ceremony by University of Memphis President, Shirley Raines, and student leaders.
Immediately following the brunch, an outdoor ceremony was held. City Mayor AC Wharton, along with other elected officials, spoke as well as proclaimed September 18, Memphis State Eight Day. The historical marker was unveiled during the ceremony by University of Memphis President, Shirley Raines, and student leaders.
New Tobacco-Free Policy at University of Memphis
By Kelsey Semien/Insight Reporter
Starting October 1, The University of Memphis will be adapting a new tobacco policy. It states that University of Memphis students, staff, and faculty cannot use tobacco products on any U of M owned or leased property.
This means a quick smoke break on the way to class, in between classes, or in your car is no longer okay. "This could probably cause a problem for students because so many U of M students smoke," says one student. There are, however two designated areas on campus where tobacco use is permitted. One is located in between the CFA building and Engineering building near Central Avenue. The other is across campus in between Patterson Hall and Ellington. The policy was issued September 13, 2012 by the Vice President for Business and Finance and the Human Resources office at U of M. |
The policies objective is to get students, staff, and faculty on the right track for a healthier lifestyle. The supporters and creators of this policy hope to reduce the number of smokers on campus by implementing these new guidelines. |
Insight News Fall 2011
One of the first shows of new semester.
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Interning at a TV station
What's it like to intern at a TV station in Memphis? Read U of M Journalism Intern Nicole Blum's Storify...
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Artist Lights Up Abandoned BuildingBy Tiffany Neely/Insight reporter
October 12, 2011 |
Company Says It Can Stop Flooding
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U of M Videographer Documents Efforts to Curb Infant Mortality
By Katie Hannings/Insight News
October 6, 2011
Infant mortality is a worse issue in Memphis, than in some other larger U.S. cities.
That’s why a number of organizations throughout the city are working together to improve those numbers.
Groups such as the Office of Early Childhood and Youth (OECY), All Babies Count (ABC), the Urban Child Institute, and the Blues Project are attempting to improve pre-natal and infant care throughout Memphis.
The OECY partnered with the University of Memphis' Center for Multimedia Arts to create a documentary called "Birth Days: Uniting to Fight Infant Mortality." The documentary chose to focus on the organizations that are working to fix the problem in the greater Memphis area.
"Beyond Babyland," a documentary that premiered on WKNO in January of 2010, was based on Memphis statistics. However, it focused more on the worsening numbers of infant deaths and compared them to larger U.S. cities.
Infant mortality is a worse issue in Memphis, than in some other larger U.S. cities.
That’s why a number of organizations throughout the city are working together to improve those numbers.
Groups such as the Office of Early Childhood and Youth (OECY), All Babies Count (ABC), the Urban Child Institute, and the Blues Project are attempting to improve pre-natal and infant care throughout Memphis.
The OECY partnered with the University of Memphis' Center for Multimedia Arts to create a documentary called "Birth Days: Uniting to Fight Infant Mortality." The documentary chose to focus on the organizations that are working to fix the problem in the greater Memphis area.
"Beyond Babyland," a documentary that premiered on WKNO in January of 2010, was based on Memphis statistics. However, it focused more on the worsening numbers of infant deaths and compared them to larger U.S. cities.
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According to Eric Wilson, cinematographer of "Birth Days," the OECY wanted to "get the story out about all the good work that was being done, to try to improve the infant mortality problem."
"Birth Days: Uniting to Fight Infant Mortality" premiered in the Shelby County Commissioners Chambers in late September and had its first public showing in early October at Studio on the Square. For More Information: |
New Club, Same Problems Outside of the new club "Crave".
By Brittany Jones/Insight News October 1, 2011 A Beale Street club is making news again... for violence. The site of the new Crave club at 380 Beale Street has a history of being closed down several times since the early 80s due to crime on or around the property. The former Plush Club was closed down after several shootings and brawls. Even though Club Crave opened with new management, the locations violent history is repeating itself. Early morning of September 25, a female opened fire as the club let out in a parking lot. Kristina Mullins, 23, injured 5 other people and was shot by police officers after refusing to drop her weapon. Mullins was critically injured and now faces a second-degree murder charge. The Memphis Police Department would not release information on the victims, but stated that they would continue the investigation along with the Shelby County District Attorney. An anonymous eyewitness said, “People were running and it was crazy. Police came down and they shut the whole block down.” Located just off the end of the Beale street strip, the club sits in front of First Baptist Beale Street Church. The club sits on the far East side of Beale, a street which attracts thousands of people on a busy night. Also, the FedEx Forum is less than a block away from the club. Executive director of the Beale Street Development Corporation, Randle Catron says, “I wouldn’t like to see it stay open because the problems that we are having. When it was the Plush Club it was a problem. Now that it is ‘Crave’… still a problem”. Catron says that the club is also behind on taxes. Failure to pay the club’s taxes caused the BSDC to get sued for $10,000, which Catron says brings the total of what the club owes in back taxes to $40,000. The BSDC also claims the club is not operating on a legal liquor license. Catron says the club is using a catering license, which is not the proper license to sell alcohol in a club. The part owner of the club, known as “Twin”, did not return any phone calls to Insight News.
September 19, 2011
Schnucks stores in Memphis are going out-of business and are changing to Kroger stores. On September 2nd, Kroger bought nine stores while the remaining six will be closing. As a result, many employees will be out-of-work. Customers will also see the effects of the Schnucks store closures. There are clearance sale signs placed outside, which confirmed the company will be shutting down. No new products were delivered after the sale and all currently stocked goods were discounted up to 50 percent. Fuel centers and gas cards were discontinued. In fact, the reward system ended in August prior to the store chain’s announcement. Shoppers have been concerned about the changes. However, some customers feel positive about Kroger replacing Schnucks. Nick Chaisson said that he has to get groceries somewhere and the new stores will be “more reliable.” Paul McDonald says that he is glad that the grocery chain made a “good purchase.” “You don’t have walk hundreds of yards to find an item and everything is close by,” said McDonald. Related Stories: Kroger To Buy Memphis Schnucks Stores Schnucks Memphis employees interview for Kroger jobs, but openings too scarce to go around Related Links
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Tigers Start Season with High Hopes
By Ben Rainwater/Insight reporter
October 1, 2011
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Involvement Helps Students AdjustBy Ben Rainwater/Insight News
September 10, 2011 |
The adjustment from high school to college is difficult for many, but Stuart Settles is not your ordinary freshman. Although his college career is just beginning, Stuart Settles is making an instant impact at the University of Memphis. At his new student orientation, Settles became interested in the campus radio station, 91.7 FM WUMR. He began working with the station in July of 2011 as a jazz disk jockey, but his goal was to join the "U92 Sports Team." A little over a month later, Settles made his debut on the "Sports Desk", WUMR's daily sports program. Those around him at WUMR can see promise in Settles as a broadcaster. "Even as a new guy, you can tell that Stuart really cares and wants to make a difference. He prepares more, he practices more, and he wants to be good more so than the others (new Sports Desk members)," said Brett Martin. Settles believes that his role with the radio station has made the adjustment to college easier. |
"It really relieves some of my stress from school, and it makes it worthwhile coming here (to school)." Follow Settles and his radio career with WUMR, tune in to 91.7 FM on weekday mornings from 8:35 AM to 9 AM, or listen via the Internet on WUMR's live stream.
East Coast Earthquake Raises Questions in Memphis
By Danielle Wilburn
September 10, 2011
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In August of 2011, a 5.8 earthquake shook the East coast. The tremble that started on Virginia was felt as far south as Georgia and as up North as
Maine. According to the New York Times the east coast wasn’t prepared for an earthquake. Cellphone service was strangled as the quake led to disruptions in air traffic, halted trains, jammed roadways and gave some on the West Coast an opportunity to poke fun at Easterners who seemed panicked and uncertain of how to respond. In earthquake-prone areas, people usually are instructed to stay inside to avoid falling debris, but in places where earthquakes are unfamiliar — and in a post-September 11th environment — few argued with evacuation commands. |
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Is Memphis prepared?
Currently there is construction on the Hernando De Soto bridge and the Pyramid (soon to be Bass Pro Shop) to insure that these two buildings will continue to stand in case there is a earthquake here. Since the Mid-South sits on the New Madrid fault line what will happen to the buildings of the historic downtown Memphis? Only time will tell.
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Former TV news producer Dr. Joe Hayden and Dr. Lurene Kelley, a former television news reporter, teach the upper-division journalism classes - Jour 4629 Television Reporting and Jour 4639 Television News Producing. |
