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The University of South Carolina Monday, October24, 2005 VoL 99, No. 32 • Since 1908 Katie Kirkland/THE GAMECOCK Junior skill player Syvelle Newton clutches his ankle after suffering a season-ending injury against Vanderbilt on Saturday. Newton injures ankle after breakout showing ^Multi-talentedjunior done for season; Gamecocks survive late push from Commodores Jonathan Hillyard SPORTS EDITOR One way or another, Syvelle Newton was going to be the story Saturday. Unfortunately for coach Steve Spurrier and the Carolina football program, a 35-28 win against Vanderbilt could prove to be quite costly. “Somehow or another they think he tore his Achilles on that play,” Spurrier said of Newton. A collective sigh rose from among the journalists present. “That was about as good an individual I performance by a football player as I’ve seen in a long time,” Spurrier said. “That was some performance by Syvelle.” The question before the game was, “What position will Newton play?” Will it be running back? Will it be quarterback? Will it be wide receiver? The answer: a little bit of everything. He caught a pass. He completed 3-of-4 passes for 46 yards and a pair of touchdowns. And just for good measure, Newton led the Gamecocks in rushing with 81 yards in 15 carries. It was one of those rushes from the tailback position — a fourth-quarter dive for the end zone, spinning off numerous taclders — that would be his last touchdown of the 2005 season. “He’s a leader out there. He gets all of us going,” senior wideout Kris Ciark said. “Just to see that happen on one of his best performances as a college player, it brings tears to my eyes.” “I’m a Syvelle Newton fan,” senior tackle Jabari Levey said. “I love to watch him play. He’s an athlete, and he just FOOTBALL • 10 Colleges revamp plans for natural disasters Hurricane Katrina forces nations schools to revisit readiness Alexandria Aaron H-W1KE WASHINGTON — Colleges across the nation are quickly revamping security plans for Bnatural disaster emergencies following the closings of several universities in the Gulf Coast area prompted by Hurricane Katrina. While many schools have detailed plans for terrorist attacks and man-made disasters, the recent hurricane season has forced university officials to reevaluate plans for The Associated Press This satellite image provided by NOAAand taken at 11:15a.m. on Sunday shows Hurricane Wilma as it swirls west-southwest of Key West, FI. The effects of Hurricane Katrina has forced colleges nationwide to re-examine campus disaster plans. natural disasters. D.C. area schools, which have detailed plans for various crises procedures, have moved to heighten awareness. George Washington University’s detailed “Incident, Response and Recovery Manual” does net yet include specifics on plans for natural disasters crises, but the office plans to formulate a response procedure. Nearby Georgetown University also has plans to “initiate an effort to update and enhance the existing Emergency Preparedness Plan through training and research,” vice president of university safety David Morrell said in a statement. Both George Washington University and Georgetown University provided academic assistance to students from various Gulf Coast schools when the universities closed including Tulane University, Loyola University, and COLLEGES #3 INSIDE J Viewpoints Tim McManus says some statesmen deserve their oum 'student fines’; Jacob DaVIS weighs in on campus parking. 4 The Mix It’s in the game Attorney Jack Thompson’s attempt to fight violence in video games causes stir among some. _ » 5 Sports The defense doesn’t rest Carolina turns in tale of two halves, quelling a late game surge by Jay Cutler and the Commodores. * 10 Congressman visits Carolina, receives award Jess Davis STAFF WRITER U.S. Rep. John Spratt made his first official visit to USC on Friday to receive a Champion of Science award and meet with student leaders. The award, presented by USC President Andrew Sorensen, was to recognize Spratt’s contribution to the field of science. Spratt has been involved in the Ballistic Shield Project out of _Bennettsville and said he finds the field of telemedicine to be “fascinating.” “We are presenting the Champion of Science award to you today for the wonderful work you do in Congress to promote science,” Sorensen said. “You have a special ability to work across the aisle and keep abreast of science.” Spratt, a Democrat representing the 5th District of South Carolina, has served as a member of Congress since 1982. He co-ch*irs the Nuclear Energy Caucus. His visit to USC included a meeting with the department of mechanical engineering to discuss ballistic shields research. Spratt also had lunch with a group of student leaders, including representatives from Student Government and numerous student organizations. “The kids were great,” he said. “They were full of ideas and very engaging. Sometimes you sit down with a group of students and they freeze-up .... Not these students.”_ After receiving the Champion of Science award from Sorensen, Spratt and Sorensen discussed Innovista, USC’s new research campus, and he said he was impressed. Spratt also' attended a private reception at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and formally received the award at a public reception and dinner Friday evening. Comments on this story? E-mail _gamccockncws@gwm.sc.cdu _ USC names Lacy as law schools interim dean Search begins for permanent successor Stephen Fastenau NEWS EDITOR Phil Lacy has been named interim dean or USC’s School of-Law, temporarily filling a position left vacant by Burnelle Powell. “We didn’t need another faculty member when we hired (Powell),” said USC law professor John Freeman at the time of Powell’s resignation. “We needed quality leadership. Hopefully next time around we get someone ust. rrovost ivaanc oecKer wno win sticic around, chose the law school Powell was hired in faculty member and January 2004 after a administrator as nationwide search of interim dean Friday. A more than three years, search committee has Fie resigned Sept. 9. been appointed to Lacy, a graduate of find a permanent Duke University and replacement for University of Virginia Powell. Lacy School of Law, has Lacy will begin his * been associate dean of duties Jan. 1. Powell will student affairs at USCs law remain on start as a member ot the law school’s faculty. USC law faculty, staff, students and alumni will conduct the nationwide search for Powell’s replacement. The committee will also include U.S. Chief District Judge Joseph Anderson and Robert Bockman, an adjunct professor with the law school and a lawyer with McNair Law Firm in Columbia. Lacy steps in during a period Becker calls a “critical time” for the law school in a statement Friday. The law school also lost three faculty members to the Charleston School of Law, which opened in fall 2004. school since 199z. He has also been a full professor since 1991 after joining the school as an assistant professor in 1975. Becker said in a statement that he believed Lacy’s experience made him qualified to lead the school and help it “maintain its momentum.” One of Powell’s goals during his tenure was to raise money for a new law school facility. The school’s current building, located on South Main Street, was built in 1973 and has faced asbestos problems. Comments on this story? E-mail gamecocknews@gurm.sc. edu Walk of the Cocks jaanOHMHIIMH Juan BUutTHE GAMECOCK Cocky and his lady friend walk the sidelines during USC’s Homecoming game Saturday against Vanderbilt. USC won, 35-28.