The Voyager

October is Hispanic Heritage Month

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, the students of the Latin American Students Association held a public meeting Oct. 3 complete with snacks, music and dancing to create awareness about the organization.
"LASA has been around for a couple years, but this semester is the semester to put our gears in drive and get things going," junior and vice president of LASA Lucia Silva said.

People you should know...

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Fraternities are a large part of life on a college campus, but fraternity life means a little bit more to Phillip Ingram.
As the president of the Sigma Chi fraternity at the University of West Florida, Ingram is an avid supporter of Greek life.
"I'm the president of my fraternity, but it's more than that," Ingram said.

Sarah Palin visits Pensacola

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

A little less than a week after the vice presidential debate occurred, swarms of thousands of people braved the rain Oct. 7 to stand in line outside of the Pensacola Civic Center to hear vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin speak.
The speech platform was framed by two huge American flags on both sides as the crowd filed in, awaiting the Alaska governor's arrival.

SGA News:

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Student Government Association covered a variety of topics Friday, Oct. 2, including parking, the new childcare building, swearing in the freshmen committee and the financial situation of the University.

The meeting immediately kicked off with an update from Tulsa Morein, director of the Educational Research Center for Childcare Development.

The Pensacola Interstate Fair is on its way

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

What's better than Bret Michaels, funnel cakes and bull riding? Absolutely nothing in the entire universe, that's what.
You can touch, taste and feel all of these delicious American treats and much, much more at the upcoming 74th annual Pensacola Interstate Fair.

Vice Presidential Debate

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Gov. Sarah Palin, R-Alaska, and Sen. Joseph Biden, D-Del., drew a record number of viewers Oct. 2 as they engaged in the only vice presidential debate.
The vice presidential debate, usually a sideshow in the campaign, attracted a record number of press and almost 70 million viewers - 17 million more than watched the first McCain-Obama debate.

Crime and Punishment

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

But I live on campus!

At 7:10 p.m Oct. 1, Officer Christopher Hinnant saw a car parked on the south side of Building 35 on the sidewalk. The car did not display the proper decal to be parked there, and Hinnant issued a parking ticket to the owner of the vehicle.

Fight or fright: Halloween Horror Nights

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Getting chased by a bloody man with a chainsaw isn't on the top of my list of "things I like to do." Neither is walking through a house filled with gutless corpses - but both were an experience I'll never forget.

Interstate Fair comes to area

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

What's better than Bret Michaels, funnel cakes and bull riding? Absolutely nothing in the entire universe, that's what.

Local Dives

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

For many, Will Call Sports Grille is quickly becoming the best place in Pensacola to get in the game.

Music Hall Artist Series begins with duet performance

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

A large crowd buzzing with chatter occupied the entire lobby area of the Center for Fine and Performing Arts as each individual awaited admission into the music hall. Finally, the doors of the music hall opened to welcome the audience.

Spotlight backstage production

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Imagine seeing lofty buildings with windows and doors, vast rolling hills and piercing blue sky, intricate interiors of homes and offices - all without ever having to leave the comfort of a seat.

Theatre unleashes 'The Crucible'

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

It's an epic story about witchcraft, dignity, love, death and a bunch of na've members of a town turned trigger-happy noose carriers by a bunch of little girls.

Raining on Palin

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Rain, rain couldn't keep the crowds away Tuesday Oct. 7 when Hurricane Palin hit the Civic Center in downtown Pensacola.

Wrapping up her last stop in Florida, Gov. Palin again stressed the qualities of truthfulness and judgment needed in the next elected president.

Sex and the University

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

This past weekend a friend I've known since high school came into town for the weekend.

This friend is known to most of my acquaintances as "the lesbian." Not in a derisive way, of course, but in the way that her preference for women is the most notable characteristic about her that not-so-close pals can remember.

Don't trickle down on me

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Workers lost their retirement funds. The economy took a hit akin to that of the Great Depression while simultaneously becoming the most important factor in the upcoming presidential election in the past month.

Some of the other issues that will factor into the way we vote are: the war in Iraq, the energy crisis, healthcare and education, but the economy has risen to the top of the list for many Americans, overshadowing every other major topic of the presidential campaign.

The 'bubba factor' not an issue

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Presidential candidate Barack Obama faces a "tough crowd" in Northwest Florida, some say.

Why would that be? Apparently it's because he's a black man - though no one seems to remember that he's just as much of a white man, too.

According to a Fox News report poll released on Oct.

4th and Long

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

We saw some big performances on the air this week. The wide-outs got it done. Let's not forget the rushing game though. One hundred-plus yard games were had by a few backs in the league.
Tennessee Titans at Baltimore Ravens - FINAL: TEN 13 - BAL 10
Oh, yes, The Titans are still a team to beat.

Argonaut of the Week

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

There is no stopping Nolan Intermoia.
He has already earned a degree in criminal justice, and now the 23-year-old hospitality major is back in school and back on the soccer field.
Playing defense, Intermoia started all 20 games last season for the Argos. During the season he scored four goals and three assists on 23 shots.

Camera's eye

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Over the years, I've caught you-know-what over the term "media darlings."
My problem is that I believe television decides who the "favorite" teams are. They seem to decide who will play in the World Series, Super Bowl, BCS Championship Game and so forth.
Think about it dispassionately for a moment.

Fantasy Football

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Week five of the fantasy football season has come and gone, and some teams are slowly slipping into records of 2-3, or worse 1-4. Not all hope is lost to make the playoffs, but listening to some advice will be necessary.
Last week, I told you not to play Houston running back Steve Slaton against Indy's defense.

Tennis teams ready for upcoming season

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The 2008-09 UWF Tennis team is already making its mark - and the season has yet to begin.
The UWF men's tennis team ventured to Valdosta, Ga., Sept. 23-26 to compete against teams in the South region. Traveling with only four players, the UWF team made the tournament quarterfinals.

Women's soccer # 2 in the country

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Be honest. When was the last time you attended a sporting event here at the University of West Florida?
If you didn't know, the UWF women's soccer team has yet to be beaten and is currently ranked second in the country. On top of that, they have only allowed two goals to be scored against them all season.