By: Cornelius Thompson Jr.

This past Friday the Creative Arts Theater School premiered it’s newest production Madeline and The Gypsies that  derives from Ludwig Bemelman’s novel. Although it only took two days to cast the characters, which are local children from the area, rehersal has been taking place for over a month. In order to audition for this production the characters had to already know how to sing, or have some type of theater talent. Madeline and The Gypsies is an event for the whole family to enjoy, and will run from January 27- February 12. For more information on upcoming productions, tickets, showtimes, and prices visit www.creativearts.org.

By: Amanda Caldwell

New Dorms and Apartments will be available to students at College Park District next Fall 2012. A 3D model is available to students in the UC next to Connection Cafe.

Impressions of the West: Works of Art from Special Collections features over 30 paintings, sculptures, and prints which showcase how the American West has been viewed by artists and popular culture. The exhibit will look at how artists interpreted the land and peoples of the southwest and west. Focusing on artists who worked during the twentieth century, Impressions of the Westwill explore whether western art is a truthful recording of a bygone era, or an idealized version of history, or merely kitsch created for the popular market. Impressions of the West: Works of Art from Special Collections is located in Special Collections, 6th floor, UT Arlington Central Library and runs through January 14, 2012. Hours are 9 a.m – 7 p.m Monday, 9 a.m – 5 p.m Tuesday through Saturday. This exhibit is free and open to the public. For more information call 817-272-3393.

By: Rosemell Opee

They may look like professional boxers but these ordinary students are actually gearing up and training to raise awareness and funds for a good cause. With months of preparatoin, these fraternity members are getting ready for Sigma Chi Fight Night that was held in November. While hitting the bag with hooks and jabs they made sure that the crowd that came to see them would not be disappointed. Sigma Chi Fraternity members sold tickets outside the Central Library for their annual fall event held at Cowboys dance hall with a display of the winning prize boxing belt.

By: Rosemell Opee

This game was exactly what I’ve expected from each one of the games in the series. Ubisoft has continually exceeded my expectations, making the most historically accurate environments any game has ever scene. Assassin’s Creed Revelations was well polished from the free running game play mechanics to the online multi player modes. Revelations did an excellent job telling the last part of the Ezio saga as well as adding in a summary for Altair all while maintaining it’s individuality. The den defense mini games addition was also a nice breakaway from the main story. The side missions where also a lot of fun from recruiting new assassins to helping the Romanies, a group of gypsies. Overall the game was very good earning a 9 out of 10.

By: Matthew Linguist

This week we did a funny news cast as our last and final project for the semester. I did David Hall again this week. Davis Hall is usually just serious and nothing fun goes on there. I found two guys who have had funny experiences there and thought it would be a great touch to change how people see Davis Hall. The guys both laughed when they were talling their stories and I really enjoyed doing this last project with them. Even editing I had a good laugh!

By: Stephanie Ingram

La Toya Jackson has announced she will perform in a tribute to her brother Michael in Cardiff, Wales next month. It’s the singer’s first full live performance in 20 years.  She joins an A-list lineup of artists scheduled to perform at the event including, Jamie Foxx, Black Eyed Peas and Christina Aguilera.    Jackson says she looks forward to putting on a great show and making her brother Michael proud.

By: Amber Hernandez

The UT Health Services Center will make flu shots available to students, faculty and staff beginning October 25. UTA encourages  all to get a seasonal flu shot early this fall as one step to maintaining a healthy community.  In an article found at Highlight Health found that hand shakes, water fountains, elevator buttons and door knobs were amoung the top ten places where flu germs hide.

To avoid the spread of germs:

1. Wash your hands frequently or use hand sanitizer.
2. Cover your coughs and sneezes.
3. Do not attend class or go to work if you are ill or experiencing a fever.

By: Amber Hernandez

The race is on to find out which holiday pie is the best for Thanksgiving 2011.

Contestants:

• Pecan Pie
• Apple Pie
• Pumpkin Pie
• Lemon Pie
• Sweet Potato Pie

Students were asked what they’re favorite pie was?

Well you may be shocked to find out that Sweet Potato Pie took the win with the most votes among students.

By: Amber Hernandez