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USC adds doctoral program in Spanish
The University of South Carolina's College of Arts & Sciences will offer the state's only doctoral degree in Spanish to help meet the growing demand for educators and professionals with the highest level of Spanish proficiency.
According to the U.S. Census, South Carolina's Latino population increased more than 460 percent between 1990 and 2007, a population shift from 30,000 to 168,000. The statistics reflect a larger trend nationwide.
Dr. Francisco Sánchez, director of the Spanish program in the college's department of language, literature and cultures, says the new USC degree program will prepare students for faculty teaching and research positions at other colleges and universities, including ones in South Carolina, to direct high-school language programs, and to serve as consultants and translators in private and public sectors and medical settings where the highest level of language mastery and cultural understanding is required.
"Spanish is an exciting field of study that requires a broader understanding of the language and culture today," said Sánchez. "Our program at USC has a particular strength in transatlantic studies, with a faculty research and teaching concentration in the connections between Spanish-speaking cultures in Europe and the Americas."
Sanchez said 21st-century globalization requires graduates in Spanish to understand those connections, which is particularly relevant in the United States where the Latino population is diverse. The doctoral program will be interdisciplinary, providing that broader understanding through courses in comparative literature, linguistics and other fields of study.
"As the Latino population in the U.S. has changed, the language [Spanish] also has changed, having developed its own culture, flavor and roots," Sanchez said. "This emerging culture is influencing- and being influenced by-the main culture of the United States."
USC will admit its first class of degree candidates this fall; a May 2015 graduation is expected.
The Spanish program is the largest language program at USC. Its number of undergraduate majors has doubled to 200 in the last 10 years. It also is the most popular minor among undergraduates.
The doctoral candidates will serve as graduate assistants for the increasingly popular Spanish program, teaching undergraduate students in anthropology, history, international business and Latin American studies as well as graduate students in the IMBA (international master of business administration) program.


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Brevard, N.C. - Samantha Winn's 32 point effort was not enough to hold off their first SAC opponent, Tusculum, led by the 16 points of Catherine Hintz and Kat Spears' 12 points and 12 rebounds as the Tornados fell 84-81 in an overtime thriller at Boshamer Gymnasium.
The loss breaks Brevard's three game win streak and puts them at 4-4 overall and 0-1 in the conference, while the Pioneers improve to 3-1 and 1-0 in the SAC.
Tusculum came out flat shooting just 28% in the first half, but out-rebounded Brevard 28-14 to keep the Pioneers close. Winn and Holli Flippo led the Tornados to a 43.3% field goal percentage in the half each shooting 4-7 from the field. Flippo's three pointer at 11:17 began a 7-0 Tornados run, giving them a 7 point lead, their biggest lead of the game.
After trailing for most of the first half, Tusculum turned their 28% field goal percentage into 64% led by Staci Hicks and shot 3-3 from the field and 3-3 from the foul line in the second half. The Pioneers took the lead seven minutes in and held on to it until a LindsayBrendle jumper gave the Tornados a one point advantage with 3:51 remaining.
Hintz connected on a jumper and a foul shot to give the Pioneers a 72-70 lead, until a Jasmine Gunn foul at 1:55 put Anna Schlobohm on the foul line allowing Brevard to tie the game for the seventh time. The tie did not last long as Kendal Baxter found Hintz in the paint again to give the Pioneers a 74-72 lead with 1:39 on the clock.
Then with 30 seconds remaining, Winn made a jumper tying the game 74-74 and sending Brevard into overtime for the fourth time this year.
Brianna Worley began the overtime period with a three pointer assisted by Amanda Whitaker, who led the Tornados with 7 assists. With 2:00 remaining the Pioneers took the lead back for good on a Jasmine Parker jump shot, followed two Gunn free throws putting Brevard down 84-81.
Winn threatened to send the game into a double overtime with a three pointer with just seconds remaining, but was unable to connect when her shot rattled out and time expired.
The Tornados will return to action on December 17, when Belmont Abbey travels to Brevard for a 6:00 p.m. tip-off.

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Alternative Breaks is heading to Catalina Island for a week of service, reflection, meeting new people, and gaining a new perspective. Apply Here! (You must be logged into the Involvement Center via MyUNLV to apply)
Who: A group of 8-10 UNLV students passionate about service, the environment, giving back, representing UNLV, and being generally awesome. Also a student leader and a staff advisor.
What: The Catalina Island Conservancy cares for 88 percent of Catalina Island and is responsible for protecting numerous rare and endangered species found on the island and nowhere else in the world. Conservation efforts, scientific research, and educational outreach are all a strong focus on the island. Trip participants will participate in restoration on the island by removing invasive, non-native plant species, monitoring sensitive plants and animal habitats, and repairing island fencing. Trip participants will have plenty of time to enjoy the beauty of the island and contribute to the protection of one of the world's most magnificent islands.
Where: Catalina Island Conservancy, Catalina Island is a small island off the coast of Los Angeles.
When: Departing Las Vegas Friday, May 17 after finals and returning Thursday, May 23 at mid-day.
Requirements: You must be a student in good standing with the university, with a GPA of 2.0 or better. You must also attend the mandatory pre-trip meeting on Sunday, May 5 from 4-6:30 p.m.


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Hey Kids! Zena the Zookeeper here. Want to spend an evening at the Zoo without your parents? Well here's your chance because we have a brand-new program we'd love for you to come to. It's actually called "Parent's Night Out" but don't let the name fool you – it's going to be blast for you, too. "Parent's Night Out" lets your parents free to have an evening to themselves, I don't know, doing whatever they like to do! The good news is, it means YOU get to come to the zoo for all sorts of fun at the same time!
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After the tour, we'll head back to our auditorium to meet an animal up close! We'll play some games and end the night with a movie you're sure to love. Your parent(s) will pick you up after your fun-filled and exciting night and you can tell them all about the cool new adventures you had at the Zoo! Well, that's it for now. Hope to see you there, on February 14th. Mark your calendars and make your reservation today!