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May

06

Did you know? Fourth Estate Newspaper As bell peppers mature, their color changes from green to red and they become sweeter. Vitamin D can be synthesized by our bodies from the action of sunlight on our skin. An avocado has more than twice the amount of potassium as a banana. Both the leaves and seeds of cilantro aid in digestion and relieve intestinal gas, pain and distention.

May

06

Finals Week Survival Tips Fourth Estate Newspaper Whether this semester marks the end of your first year of college or the end of your college career, there is still one last hurdle finals week. Exams are stressful, not to mention a whole bunch of them back to back. Wouldn't you love to be given an anecdote of calm, maybe something that gives you energy without making you spastic, and most of all something that promotes clarity of thought and good mental recall? Well it doesn't come in a can, cup, or pill, and there's no drive-thru involved.

May

06

FITNESS TIP OF THE MONTH: Alleviate Stress with Exercise Fourth Estate Newspaper We made it, the semester is almost over! Congratulate yourself on what you have achieved by treating your body with a gift. Working out through finals week can help alleviate all the stress that has built up through the semester. Even though finals can feel overwhelming and time can seem even more valuable than it normally does, getting your body moving is more important than ever.

May

06

Have your meat and grill it too Fourth Estate Newspaper With summer in full swing and only a few short months to enjoy it, Wisconsinites' favorite pastime is also underway. There is nothing better than the robust smell of a grill all fired up. Research has shown that grilling can be a healthier option than other forms of cooking (such as deep-frying).

May

06

Recipes of the month Fourth Estate Newspaper In honor of the recently past Cinco de Mayo holiday, here are a couple of healthy recipes for Mexican-inspired dips. The Chile Con Queso (CCQ) is a healthy, yet still delicious, version that is lower in calories and fat than regular CCQ. The Salsa Roja is always a healthy choice that can be used as a dip, a taco or enchilada sauce or as a dressing on a taco salad.

May

06

iPad changes classrooms Fourth Estate Newspaper Apple's iPad hasn't been available for two months and it has already been creating controversy. The iPad has been receiving mixed responses from the academic world about whether it will hurt or help the classroom atmosphere in the long run. Phil Clampitt, professor of information and computing science, is excited about the new technology.

May

06

Renting textbooks possiblity for future. Fourth Estate Newspaper The rising cost of textbooks is becoming a greater financial burden on UW-Green Bay students. With many students paying $400 to $500 per semester on textbooks, the UWGB Student Government Association is exploring options that would lower textbook prices. After speaking with some members of faculty and the Phoenix Bookstore staff, SGA has come up with two ways that can help.

May

06

UWGB hosts Wisconsin Covenant Day Fourth Estate Newspaper Gov. Jim Doyle encouraged area eighth graders to sign the Wisconsin Covenant to secure a spot for themselves in a Wisconsin college or university. By signing the covenant, they promise to stay active in school and excel in academics. Students from Bay View, Thomas J.

May

06

Gamblers fall behind quickly in series, 0-2 to Force Fourth Estate Newspaper After a scoreless first period, the Fargo Force was able to put two quick goals past the Green Bay Gamblers goalkeeper Steve Summerhays, lifting the Force to a 2-0 victory in Game 1 of the Clark Cup at the Resch Center April 30. Green Bay could not find the back of the net despite a 14-8 shot advantage after the first period.

May

06

Men's golf falls short at Horizon League Championship Fourth Estate Newspaper The UW-Green Bay men's golf team concluded its season last weekend when it competed in the 2010 Horizon League Championships at Kearney Hills Golf Links in Lexington, Kentucky. The team shot a two-day, three-score total of 12 over par, 881, six strokes behind the champion, Detroit Titans.

May

06

Super Saber takes shortest route to victory Fourth Estate Newspaper The Kentucky Derby is considered the most exciting two minutes in sports, and May 1 the 136th running of the Kentucky Derby did not disappoint even with the rain and sloppy track. Horse Super Saver and jockey Calvin Borel came away with the victory by 2 1/2 lengths.

May

06

Warren aims to continue rebuilding process with women's soccer Fourth Estate Newspaper The Green Bay women's soccer team is recovering after losing 14 players from last year's team, but Head Coach Trevor Warren is confident about where his team is headed next season. "When I took over the program, we did some changes and those changes are kind of over," Warren said.

May

06

Women's golf looking to build on foundation Fourth Estate Newspaper After the past couple years, UW-Green Bay's women's golf program has finished last in the Horizon League Tournament, which isn't a surprise since it is the youngest team in the Horizon League. April 25 the team showed it is ready to compete. In the 2007-2008 season, which was the programs first, the Phoenix golfed an 1137, which was 130 strokes behind the next closest team.

May

06

A civil war for My Chemical Romance Fourth Estate Newspaper Bands come and bands go, but one band that has been around since 2001 is My Chemical Romance. The band formed a week after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. They are an alternative-rock, emo band from New Jersey. The members of the band include Gerard Way as lead vocals, Ray Toro as lead guitar and backing vocals, Mikey Way as bass guitar and backing vocals, Frank Iero as rhythm guitar and backing vocals and Bob Bryar as drummer.

May

06

Getting Down and Dirty with The Used Fourth Estate Newspaper The Used tore up the stage at Tom, Dick, and Harry's in Green Bay with Chiodos and New Medicine April 25. The Used went from being homeless to having gold and platinum statuses in more than six countries after rising to fame with its 2002 album, "Self-Titled.

May

06

Talk about bad timing Fourth Estate Newspaper What does someone do when they have run out of options for a mate? They get artificially inseminated of course. At least that's what Jennifer Lopez's character does in "Back Up Plan." Zoe, played by Lopez, is sick of waiting around for the right man to come into her life.

May

06

TobyMac, better than a BigMac Fourth Estate Newspaper TobyMac has a certain kind of style to him, one that keeps someone wanting more. This Christian artist is better known as a Grammy award winning singer, songwriter and producer. Toby McKeehan is the singer's name, but he is better known by his stage name TobyMac.

May

06

4e Farewell: Spring 2010 Fourth Estate Newspaper Letter from the Editor- Another semester has passed and staying true to Fourth Estate tradition we bring you the 4e Farewell. Here our graduating staff members get their moment in the spotlight. They have the opportunity to share what they've learned and offer helpful advice to those coming up in the ranks.

May

06

Friends, family honor Whitney Radder at April 26 memorial Fourth Estate Newspaper UW-Green Bay lost 19-year-old freshman student Whitney Radder in a tragic car accident April 20. Celebration of Whitney's Life, a campus event to remember Radder, was held last week at the Ecumenical Center on campus. The event served as a time for friends, family and colleagues of Radder to get together and share memories.

May

06

Sheepshead Review panel offers insight into publishing Fourth Estate Newspaper For college graduates, not knowing how to seek out that next opportunity can be a problem. The Sheepshead Review, UW-Green Bay's campus arts journal, held a writer's panel which featured professionals talking about their career paths and how they got started in their field of choice April 22.

May

06

The F-word: Finding meaning behind misunderstanding Fourth Estate Newspaper Feminists: ghastly man-haters who burn bras, stop shaving and believe men are beneath them. Not quite, but many hear the word feminism and roll their eyes, raise their eyebrows or laugh. They do not realize what feminism means or how to apply it to their daily lives.

May

06

Soak up the sun Fourth Estate Newspaper Vitamin D is an essential vitamin that your body needs, but it is actually not found naturally in many foods. The few foods that contain vitamin D in small amounts include fortified milk, egg yolks, salmon, tuna, sardines, and mushrooms. Though all of these are healthy food choices, there is yet another way to get your vitamin D that may seem like a better approach for some of you to get your fill.

May

06

DNR plan prevents runoff Fourth Estate Newspaper The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is creating a plan to help prevent phosphorus runoff ultimately improving water conditions. Dan Hels, the water shed supervisor for the DNR, said the proposed plan will regulate water treatment plants and clean up the water.

May

06

Failed Car Bombing in New York City Fourth Estate Newspaper A possible car bombing in Times Square, New York City, Saturday May 1, failed according to authorities. Surveillance video caught a possible suspect walking away from the scene of the crime. Authorities found gasoline, fireworks, analog alarm clocks and propane tanks in the vehicle.

May

06

Volunteers needed for Cellcom Marathon to benefit local organizations Fourth Estate Newspaper For the past ten years, Cellcom has been making a difference in the Green Bay community with its annual Cellcom Marathon. Marking its eleventh year, Cellcom, in partner with Family Services, Cerebral Palsy, Inc., and the Green Bay Boys and Girls Club, is extending the race to take place over two days.