Lynn iPulse Student Newspaper

Faculty, staff and students enjoy the many activities that Founders Day including: the Canoe Challenge, spending time with friends and eating. Staff Photos/Brad Robinson and Ryan Brooks.

By RYAN BROOKS
Staff Writer

Lynn University’s Founder’s Day is back for a third consecutive year on Thursday, Oct. 30. The day is guaranteed to be full of fun and surprises.
Founder’s Day is one of Lynn’s newest traditions. It recognizes a new era in Lynn history when President Donald and Helen Ross opened the College of Boca Raton in 1974.
“I love seeing where the roots of Lynn came from and how everyone from all over the university comes together for that one day,” said Alyssa Milano, junior.
Founder’s Day 2008 kicks off with Pancakes with the President prepared by nationally recognized Chris Cakes, featured on the Food Network show “Unwrapped.” Faculty, staff and students are encouraged to attend.
Throughout the day live musicians will perform around campus, a historical photo timeline dating from 1962 to today will be on display and the annual Founder’s Day Canoe Challenge will be held in the lake next to Lynn Residence Center.
The canoe challenge is one of the day’s most exciting events. Form a team, defend your title or just come and cheer from the sidelines. Spectators might even see a team flip their canoe in the lake.
“The best part of last year’s canoe challenge was watching so many people fall in the lake, especially President Ross,” said Mohammed Abdalla, sophomore.
Faculty, staff and students can sign-up in teams of three to compete for cash prizes ranging from $300 dollars for first place to $100 for third. Sign-up your canoe challenge team today at the Information Station in the Student Center.
The day wraps up with a Founder’s Day Family-Student Picnic and Festival where the winners of the canoe challenge will be announced. T-Shirts, spirit beads, inflatables, games, face painting, balloon art and so much more will be taking place during the festival. All are invited to attend.
For more information about Founder’s Day, contact University Events at 561-237-7893 or email events@lynn.edu.

TAKING A TRIP OF HOPE TO HAITI
Students Support Those in Need by Taking a Spring Break Trip to Haiti

The Students for the Poor pose for a picture in front of a well, and one of the only sources of fresh water for the people of Haiti. LU Photo.

By JENNIFER RODRIGUES
Special to the iPulse

Last March, 15 Lynn students and five Lynn faculty members traveled to Haiti over spring break as a part of Lynn University’s Students for the Poor. The group participated in a once in a lifetime experience, getting to know and help the people of this country.
Throughout the 6-day trip, students toured the country and were able to see just how hard life there can be. They traveled to schools and other locations, and got to meet with people and hear about their lives. They also helped to build two homes and, since their return, have continued to raise money to help the poor.
What those students witnessed in Haiti has had a profound impact on their lives. They were able to see an entirely different culture. “The beauty of their culture and warm social etiquette is unlike anything I’ve seen in my life thus far,” said Mike Polan, senior. Polan is not alone, as many students who took part in the experience were moved by the fact that despite their extreme poverty and difficult life, the people of Haiti are incredibly positive and happy.
Now, those close to this project are more determined than ever to help the people of Haiti. Junior Michelle Donaldson says, “This trip was the greatest experience of my life. I am forever attached to Haiti and doing my part to help the country reach its full potential.” Michael Potter, junior, seconds that notion saying, “If anybody at Lynn or in the U.S. has the opportunity to go on this trip, I highly suggest it!”
Through Lynn University’s new J-Term, two trips are being sponsored. One trip, The “Journey of Hope to Haiti”, will bring 15 students to Haiti and another, “Journey of Hope to Jamaica”, will allow 15 more students to travel to Jamaica. Both trips will be focused on experiencing the culture of these two unique places. The trips, which will last 6-days, are open to all students. No additional medical care, such as shots, is necessary for this trip. Also, because the trip is taken with a very reliable tour company, there are no extreme safety risks. The cost of the trip is about $1400, all-inclusive, but it is well worth the money.
For additional information, you can view a video on YouTube, entitled “Students for the Poor Haiti Trip” and get to see what these students experienced. For additional questions, contact Zachary Walker, the Students for the Poor coordinator, at zwalker@lynn.edu.

SECURITY AT MALL INCREASES
Town Center Mall Unveils New Surveillance System and Police Substation

The main entrance to Boca Raton’s Town Center Mall. Staff Photo/Renee Ingrassia.

By RENEE INGRASSIA
Staff Writer

In recent months, security has been increased in many South Florida malls in order to calm fears and worries about safety.
In early October, Town Center Mall unveiled a new surveillance system and a new police substation. The new substation is about 1,700 square feet and will operate during business hours. The substation is located in the newer section of the mall called the Terrace at Town Center. In addition, two patrol cops will patrol the mall every day. “I feel better with them having the security,” said Kelcey Wheeler, junior. “I feel a lot safer.”
Although there has been a rise in mall crimes recently, officials are claiming that the new measures have nothing to do with past events. Officials are claiming that the new security measures have been in the works for the past two years.
Town Center Mall is not the only mall that is increasing security. Local malls all over the area are increasing their security. Simon Property Group’s Coral Square Mall and The Boynton Beach Mall have also made changes to their security. They will now have trained German Shepherds surveying the mall in order to discourage criminals from committing crimes.
In the parking lot of the Pembroke Lakes Mall, owned by General Growth Properties, Inc., they often use mobile police watch towers for security. “I am not a mall person, but for those that are, I think it’s a great idea,” said John Iamascia, senior.
In addition, Broward County has thought about making surveillance cameras a requirement for all large commercial businesses.

BIG DREAMS AND FUTURE
Cello Player Tuning For The Bigger Picture in Life

Aziz Sapaev practices his cello lessons. Staff Photo/Megan Mangone.

By MEGAN MANGONE
Staff Writer

Aziz Sapaev, senior, is an aspiring cello player at Lynn University. He has already created his own composition that premiered last year at the New Music Festival.
Sapaev, originally from Tashken, Uzbekistan has been playing the cello since he was 12 years old. Sapaev was introduced to the instrument by his father. His father is a world-class cello player and a professor at Thrace University in Turkey.
“There are certain memories one has early in their life,” said Sapaev. “One of mine comes from my father’s concert. This was where I realized what I wanted to do.”
Sapaev came to Lynn University with a recommendation by fellow Conservatory member and close family friend Valentin Mansurov. Throughout his time at Lynn University, Sapaev has composed his own piece of music entitled Fuga Forma Sonatina. The piece took him a year and a half to create. It is available for listening on the first floor of the Lynn University Library.
“I am working on some new compositions, however some progress faster then others,” said Sapaev. “Since being in the United States, I have worked with a composition teacher and have developed more intelligent compositions.”
Sapaev hopes to obtain his masters degree at Lynn and then continue further with his musical career.
“Musicians all have the same fate and there are several different choices we can decide from for our careers. I would like to be teaching to some degree, or in some kind of freelance orchestra,” Sapaev stated. “We have everything here at Lynn to be the best in the country. This program has grown so much since I’ve been here. Dr. Robertson has brought in some fabulous teachers from all around the world.”
Sapaev has established himself as a performer and a composer at a very young age. He is looking forward to this year and his upcoming performances. There is no doubt that this young musician will succeed in his musical career.