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ectionc rfiTTTi i\/rTV i».eSrije«s£! I } I \l I I ^k MARK TWAIN, Writer ^ —I— —I— —I— —1 A X T —Saturday, Aug. 13,2005 Expert advice: veteran students offer tips for freshmen To all incoming freshmen: USC welcomes you. Most students understand how nerve-racking it is when your parents box up all your stuff, drop you off in a new environment and wave goodbye before driving home. (Don’t feel too scared though — “Be prepared to adapt to people who are completely different from yourself, especially with the whole roommate situation.” 0 ASHLEY CAPERS fourth-year psychology student “Don't be afraid to get involved. Intramural sports are a good way to meet people. Try new things. Don’t like heights? Then go rock climbing.” D TODD RIVERS third-year criminology and criminal justice student I ! “Live in a dorm your first year. You’re going to meet more people, and when you see,them four years later, you feel good, even if you lost touch with ! them." 0 CARRIE REESE l fourth-year retail and fashion merchandising student tney re probably just as nervous as you.) To help ease you into your new home, we asked some supportive upperclassmen to give you a head’s up as your USC career begins. Check out .our advice, straight from the experts: "Take Computer Science 102. And try to balance your 'fun time’ and your ‘school time.’ College is supposed to be fun, but you should always keep yourself focused." □ AMY WHICKER graduate T.A., computer science "Don’t take self-paced astronomy. Ever. When classes start, talk to your professor, and get a feel for them. Ask around about the classes you have to prepare yourself. Do anything extra to put on your resume. It’ll help out in the long run.” Q GREGORY GARRETT fourth-year hotel, restaurant, tourism management student “Go to rush. Even if you decide not to go Greek, you meet a whole lot of people that way." D MICHELE MARTIN fourth-year biology student “Have fun, and enjoy your newfound freedom. Remember to study for your classes, or you will regret it.” □ ALEXANDRIA WAGNER fourth-year biology student “Come before classes start to get your books. This way, you can get them used.” Q JASON HITE third-year mechanical engineering student “Don’t walk to Five Points alone at night, and if you’re going to have fun, make sure your work is done first.” D JOSEPH SNEED second-year computer science student "Don’t be afraid to drop a class if you get behind. I did • that, and it didn’t turn out too well.” D RYAN COLEMAN fourth-year computer science student Hopefully, you feel better now. And remember, if you need to know something, just ask. Good luck. Compiled by ALEXIS HRflOllE in 5 points DELANEY’S MUSIC PUB AND EATERY 741 Saluda Ave. Delaneys serves lunch starting at 11 a.m., and Sunday brunch is coming soon. Don’t forget to sample the authentic Irish cuisine and import draught. SPEAKEASY 711 Saluda Ave. Speakeasy provides a hip setting for laid-back entertainment. With a premium cigar list, patrons can enjoy live jazz among Speakeasy’s comfy couches. PHOTOS BY MARY PINCKNEY WATERS/THE GAMECOCK THE SALOON 812 Harden St. The Five Points spot for country-western entertainment. The Saloon features line dancing on Mondays and Wednesdays, country karaoke on Tuesdays and iron horse night on Sundays. VILLAGE IDIOT 2009 Devine St. A favorite among undergrads, Village Idiot is best known for its pizza slices and pitcher specials. The worn wooden tables create a fiue poims • cz your guide to the capital’s h«t sp#ts Awhile the USC campus offers a plethora of boredom busting activity, the urge to explore the capital city is undeniable. Columbia touts the businesses college students crave. The avenues for shopping, dining and overall entertainment are boundless. Found the guy or girl of your dreams in English 102? Make a date at Tuscany’s, then stop by the Mad Platter to design your own pottery. Need new baubles to wear tailgating at the first home game? Stop by Revente for the latest jewelry trends. Or are you pulling your first or 100th all-nighter? Call Beezer’s for some late-night delivery action. Whatever the occasion, USC has everything a college student needs, catering to every whim. So take this handy list of Columbia’s finest, and enjoy your adventuring. PHOTOS BY MARY PINCKNEY WATERS/THE GAMECOCK MAD PLATTER 3101 Millwood Ave. Take your one-of-a-kind date to make one-of-a kind pottery art at The Mad Platter. Couples receive half-price the already inexpensive $6 per hour painting rate on Friday “Date Night.” NICKELODEON THEATRE 937Main St. . Dinner and a movie? The Nick has been screening classic, foreign and independent films for more than two decades. Check local movie listings or get a Nickelodeon calendar. Movies begin at 7 and Bonne* eg ... f«r shopping REVENTE 737Saluda Ave. The best place to shop for accessories. Revente has an unbelievable amount of accessories. ' From earrings to necklaces to glasses, there is no shortage of great merchandise here. Unlike the consignment clothing at Revente, all the jewelry and fitnwtni • m ... f#r venues The Colonial Center MORGAN FORD/THE GAMECOCK NEW BROOKLAND TAVERN 122 State St. Known in shorthand as NBT, the venue boasts the most regular and diverse lineups in Columbia. The West Columbia establishment frequently plays host to indie stalwarts like Iron & Wine, local bands of every sort and hip-hop battles. Because of the dub’s size, well-known acts usually sell out, so be sure to get there early! 18+ Meooes »€3 www. daily game cock, com JESSICA ANN NIELSEN/THE GAMECOCK '