John Luke Tyner is a member of the University of Memphis golf team. As a Memphis native, Tyner talks about being a student athlete at the U of M, his love for the game of golf, and the lessons it has taught him. The slide show pictures contain shots of Tyner while playing at various golf courses throughout the Memphis area.
The life of a student athlete can sometimes be a difficult one. Whether it's the pressure to perform on the playing field or in the class room or to simply enjoying all the things that college has to offer. John Luke Tyner is a member of the University of Memphis golf team. As a Memphis native, Tyner talks about being a student athlete at the U of M, his love for the game of golf, and the lessons it has taught him. The slide show pictures contain shots of Tyner while playing at various golf courses throughout the Memphis area.
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By Meagan Nichols The University of Memphis Department of Journalism is home to several faculty that have worked or currently work in the world of media, one of those people is Pamela Denney. In addition to teaching full-time at the U of M, Denney is the food editor for Memphis Magazine. Denney is also the author of the recently released book, "Food Lover's Guide to Memphis." In the following audio slideshow, Denney discusses the powerful role food holds in society, how her interest for food writing came to fruition and the importance of equipping the next generation of journalist with the proper tools. By Kelsey Gilliam Here is a list of all the places that will be open and serving meals in the University District this Thanksgiving. If you're not up to making a Thanksgiving dinner yourself, pick one of these places to do it for you. View Thanksgiving in a larger map By Natalie Cole Soft background music, pleasant conversation drifting and mingling amidst huddled groups, people lingering, some fluttering from display to display; this atmosphere was the setting of the BFA student exhibition, Interlude, on opening night Friday, Nov. 8, 2013. For many students, graduation is the defining moment of accomplishment with minute checkpoints along the way. While that truth remains, for 11 students their big moment arrived a tad premature of the pomp and circumstance of the graduation march set to take place in December. The fine arts discipline, as with many disciplines, requires students in their final semester to compose a body of work in their focus area to display their artistry acquired while pursuing the undergrad degree.
By Hassan Allawi No tickets are required to watch the games; just make yourself comfortable on the curb and enjoy. The students from Bangladesh said they prefer playing cricket over any other sport, and the asphalt surface of the parking lot is perfect. "We need a hard surface and a lot of space," said Kamal Mustafa, one of the players. The courts at the university are not good for the game, he said. So long its not raining, they are likely playing. Photos courtesy of Brittany Glover By Melissa Wray
For visiting assistant theatre/dance professor Tracey Bonner, the meaning behind New Voices, the University of Memphis' yearly fall dance concert, is an opportunity to showcase theatre and dance students at their best. "Right now, our dance program is split somewhat between the University College and the dance department," she said. "One of the reasons behind this concert is not only about giving students a platform to perform, but also to choreograph and support their artistic abilities so we can come together." U of M freshman dance student Rachael Arnwine, who is one of the performing students, said that she tried out for the concert because of her longtime love of dancing. "I have danced all my life," she said. "When I heard about New Voices, I immediately knew I wanted to do it." The concert, which will take place in the Michael D. Rose Theatre Friday, Nov. 15, and Saturday, Nov. 16, at 7:30 p.m., will consist of 11 performances, most of them including genres of the contemporary, jazz and hip-hop variety. One particular type of dancing will be absent from the lineup, according to Bonner. By Jasmine Deener With Thanksgiving around the corner, student organizations at the University of Memphis are diving into the holiday spirit of giving back. The campus chapter of the National Association of the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) plans to not only give back to the less fortunate but to also recognize leaders that go the extra mile. "We are gearing up for our annual feed the homeless and clothing drive," said NAACP chapter President Corey Tomlin. During the month of November, boxes and containers will be set up at the residents halls. Students are being asked to donate all gently used clothing. The clothing collected will be given out at Gaston Park in South Memphis around the same time the NAACP is feeding the homeless. Tomlin describes this as a very "humbling experience" and something that many of the members look forward to. By Grant Milner Most kids grow up watching the NFL or college football, dreaming of one day wearing the jersey of their favorite team. But for Tom Hornsey, who grew up in Australia playing rugby, college football or the NFL for that matter, never even entered his mind. “I didn’t even know this existed to be honest,” he said. “It has been a good thing. I would have never thought that I would be here, and I am grateful for it.” Hornsey was named Monday as the Ray Guy Award Player of the Week for his performance against UT Martin on Saturday. He punted six times, three of which were downed inside the opponent’s 20-yard line, including a 70-yard rocket that completely flipped the field.
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Just down the street from the University of Memphis' south campus,located on 1264 Getwell Road, Ching’s Hot Wings is a popular place for students and residents alike to enjoy some good home cooked wings. The restaurant, founded in 2003, has been a constant for U of M students, both past and present. Open seven days a week, Ching’s features many different style of wings and tenders. Along with their flavorful wings, they are also known for their famous seasoned fries. Flavors of wings vary from mild hot, extreme hot and suicide seasoned down to honey hot and honey gold. Ching’s even goes the extra mile and serves hot dogs, smoked sausage, onion rings, jalapeño poppers and fried okra to go along with their main dishes. “It’s messy, but at the same time, very worth the mess,” said Mark West, a freshman civil engineering major at the U of M. |