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On Sport And Society 01-07-2003, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

Cub fans are a unique species. Attachment to losing is taken to a level of religious fanaticism by the Cub faithful. Of course the charm of the Cubs is not simply that they lose, but that they are lovable losers. This is what inspires undying devotion in their fans. Indeed if the Cubs were to do the improbable, nay the impossible, and win a World Series, Cub fans would risk losing the essence of their Cubness.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 32, January 6, 2003

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Pay as you print; spring break bargains can come at a price; The year in review.

The Effect Of The 2000 Election On Low-Income African American Voters, Barbara Compton Abney

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

This research answers the question, "What impact did the 2000 election have on low-income African American voters and how will it affect turnout in future elections?"

The analysis focuses on the predominantly black, low-income community of Parramore and examine issues of efficacy related to the 2000 presidential election and beyond. The analysis consists of survey distributed through various community service agencies and conducted door-to-door in Parramore. Respondents were asked a series of questions related to past voter participation, trust in government, the fairness of the 2000 election and perceived future participation. The responses of the survey were compiled into a …

An Evening With Cub Fans In Scotland: The Craigs Of Rockford, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

Cub fans are a unique species. Attachment to losing is taken to a level of religious fanaticism by the Cub faithful. Of course the charm of the Cubs is not simply that they lose, but that they are lovable losers. This is what inspires undying devotion in their fans. Indeed if the Cubs were to do the improbable, nay the impossible, and win a World Series I suspect Cub fans would lose the essence of their Cubness.

Roone Arledge: A Tribute, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

The death of Roone Arledge this past week marks the passing of one those remarkable figures in recent history who had a major influence on mass culture in America. He changed the viewing habits of Americans, transformed the way in which television covers sport, altered the nature and character of American sport, and transformed the way in which television presents reality to the American public. For all of these reasons Roone Arledge cast a large shadow over America in the second half of the twentieth century.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 31, December 5, 2002

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Fraternity honors departed brother; Surviving the streets.

The Masters Of Hypocrisy: Hootie, Tiger, Cbs, And The Corporate Sponsors, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

Could there be an issue more emblematic of the Bush Era in domestic affairs than the smoldering muck pile being stoked at the legendary Augusta National Golf Club, home of the Master’s and seat of hypocrisy in the “New” South? Maybe there is, but until it comes across my laptop this will do.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 30, December 2, 2002

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Four-year degree at community college.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 29, November 25, 2002

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Students receive a taste of hunger: Banquet addresses real-world poverty; Hitt's raise pushes him to the top; Higher athletic fee to improve sports teams.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 28, November 21, 2002

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Extra fee could raise $1 million for athletics; Outlook for faculty union uncertain.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 27, November 18, 2002

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Professor sues university to keep position; Future uncertain for Florida's boards of trustees; $93,000 raise proposed for Hitt.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 26, November 14, 2002

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Nightclub bust no surprise to any students; Students fight to 'Keep Diane'; Shooting to get big: Peer pressure motivates many to begin using steroids.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 25, November 12, 2002

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The check is not in the mail: With three weeks to go before finals some still await their financial aid; Making the grade the second time; Survey says: SGA needs to inform its constituents better.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 24, November 7, 2002

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Students helps dictate small class size smoking ban; Voter verdict: President's popularity caries party - and his brother.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 23, November 4, 2002

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Counties hope to avoid third voting disaster; Students upset with Hitt's lack of answers: Gay rights recycling and financial dictate open forum; LASER nears its final stop.

Baseball: Labor Peace And Great Play In The Post-Season, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

It was a baseball season to remember for a multitude of reasons. Just a year ago Luis Gonzalez denied the Yankees the hardware when his bloop single over a drawn-in infield sent the Diamondback fans partying into the night.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 22, October 31, 2002

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International Students seek new advisers; Prognosis Poor for Health Center?; The high costs of cutting back on technology.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 20, October 24, 2002

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Candidates ignore students higher education; Parading their protest: Greeks refuse to build floats.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 21, October 28, 2002

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How they measure up: State asks voters to decide on ten proposed amendments Nov. 5 many of which affect college students; Reconstructing order in universities; Supporter of Amendment 11 makes strong case.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 19, October 21, 2002

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Hitt: Gays do not need protection...President willing to discuss issue with students faculty; Bush McBride won't be the only campus political event; Which agency should patrol 'Greek Ghetto?'.

Hockey In Sweden And Finland: The European Game Is Better, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

It was just about a year ago that I sat in a bar in Halifax and listened to a former Canadian hockey player explain that the European game, sans red line, was not a more open offensive style of hockey than that played in North America. After watching the tremendous hockey on display at the Olympic games last February I doubted the validity of the analysis. Over the last week after seeing two games, one in Sweden and one in Finland, I am even more skeptical of those defending the red line.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 18, October 17, 2002

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The gloves come off; New senators new priorities for SGA; Professors moonlight with OPO.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 17, October 14, 2002

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Public pushed aside for debate; UCF brands Broncos; Graduate students counsel community.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 16, October 10, 2002

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Students vaccinated to fight bio-terrorism; Foot in mouth: Surfer talks smack shark fights back; Higher standards for student leaders.

The English Primeirship: My Introduction To The Beautiful Game In England, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

Outlined on a blue-gray October sky, or was it a September sky? Actually it was both and it was football. The four horsemen of Notre Dame were nowhere to be seen nor was Grantland Rice. It was English Premiership football and now after attending two games and watching others on television I am beginning to get a feel for this sport that makes Americans yawn and the world go into a frenzy.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 15, October 7, 2002

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System top monitor foreigners; Taming tensions between campus and community; Speaker will fuel hostilities Muslims say; Lake Pickett residents reluctant to welcome UCF into neighborhood.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 14, October 3, 2002

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Greed Today gone tomorrow?; Promises and pork: UCF researchers defend programs' value practicality; Pond pursuit ends safely.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 13, September 30, 2002

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Poised polished ready to throw punches; Title IX on the line; Short-term loans a long time coming.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 12, September 26, 2002

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Teaching woes drive schools debate; Honorary degree: Yours for just $4.38 million; Tailgating touchdown.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 11, September 23, 2002

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Claiming turf for free speech; Election blunders on the big screen; Students administrators debate openly.