University of Arkansas Fayetteville - Razorback Yearbook (Fayetteville, AR)

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BAN BETTERS BREATHING AS SMOKING ON CAMPUS IS BANNED, STUDENTS BREATHE IN THE FRESH AIR, WHILE SMOKERS REBEL Emu r Disney movies like 101 Dalmatians to Iments and people on street corners, most people are familiar with smoking. Some view it as a nasty habit that affects everyone and should be eliminated. Others feel that it’s a personal choice and shouldn’t be debated. People smoke for numerous reasons, be it relief from stress, a result of social interaction or an addiction of tobacco. Whatever your craving, before lighting up on University property, it would be wise to look into the consequences. “ IT’S GREAT BECAUSE I DON ' T GET A HEADACHE WHILE I’M TRYING TO GET TO CLASS. - CELENE GONZALEZ Effective July 1, 2010, University of Arkansas grounds were tobacco free. The complete detailing could be found in the University handbook, but basically it meant that on all property of the University of Arkansas, including transportation services, tobacco was prohibited. As found in the legislation, any person who disobeyed this regulation could be fined anywhere from $100 to $500. This act was intended to promote healthier lifestyles on campus and provided cleaner air for all to enjoy. 22

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HILLBILLY INVASION the BEARDED POPULATION OF FAYETTEVILLE SPIKED, INSPIRING bushy masterpieces across campus LJ returned to the UA for the Fall 2010 term sporting the f hairy summer experiment. It pretty much just happened” Mark Blanco, a junior industrial engineering and apparel studies ma jor, said of his thick; four-and-a-half month beard. I was lazy and didn t shave for a while. When I noticed it, I decided to see how long I could get it.” Blanco wasn t alone in coming back to school bearded. Substantial acial hair kept 2010 fashion fuzzy ; but—for the most part—well-kept. Matthew Rich, a sophomore environmental soil and water science m aj°r Began growing his beard on May 1. 1 rn conducting a one-year beard experiment” he said. Most years, the general pursuit of the perfect beard doesn’t kick in til No-Shave November ’ but this year burly beards were plentiful ore the arrival of their usual cold-weather escort. pretty much grow a beard every winter” Rich said; and I’d u ght about doing a long-term beard for a few years ; but every time get about four months into it and I’d just be like; ah, it’s getting hot; cu t it off. So it was all about timing this year.” 1 lco admitted timing was lacking in his more spontaneous PP ach. Although he said he’d like to grow it out again and maybe A C ° m ete n World Mustache and Beard Competition in r age ; Alaska, Blanco shaved his face a few weeks after classes started. . S0 an I wasn t used to it,” he said. Every time I looked Tinor I would literally laugh out loud... I kind of did feel like I lo okedlik e .abum.” Rich and Blanco agreed upkeep was important to beard growth. I keep the sides trimmed and I comb it out everyday, clipping stragglers,” Rich said. I do want to keep it neat ” If a guy can grow a full beard and keep it well groomed, it can be very masculine and attractive,” junior economics major Suzanne Schenewerk said, offering a feminine perspective. If he’s growing a scraggly, nasty, sort of unkempt beard, that’s just gross. Nobody wants that.” “people don ' t want to conform TO WHAT EVERYONE ELSE IS DOING.” —MATTHEW RICH Rich thought it was the natural, homespun image of the big beard that made it so popular. You know, this is Arkansas,” he said. “We’re a little more attuned to the earth here. It’s the Natural State, we’re in the Ozarks. Just kind of the lifestyle that people lead in this part of the country could be conducive to beard growth. People don’t want to conform to what everyone else is doing. I think that’s part of the trend.” Rich and Blanco both thought the trend would continue. If you can grow it, do it,” Blanco said. At least attempt it. You can, like, hide stuff in there. Put ice cubes in it to keep you cool. I can fully testify it would keep me warm in winter. You can play with it. Give it a good tug every once in a while, relieve some stress.” Everyone should have their own experimental beard,” Rich said. STORY JILLIAN HANON EPIC BEARDS | STUDENT LIFE 21

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Non-smokers who didn’t want to be in a smoke- filled environment benefited from this rule in obvious ways. No longer did they have to walk through clouds of smoke on their way to class. “It’s great because I don’t get a headache while I’m trying to get to class ’ freshman nursing major Celene Gonzalez said. Now people only have to avoid the perimeter of campus in order to breathe easily. Smokers, however, were at a bit of a disadvantage. According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, the average individual smokers across the country consumed 15 cigarettes a day. When a walk across campus was required every time a smoker desired a cigarette, the trips could be time consuming and frustrating. “I hate finding places to smoke where I won’t be bothered,” junior business major Kyle Sawyer said. Like any restriction, frustration might lead to violation which could merit a fine. For those with serious addictions, assistance was available through Human Resources and the Health Center. They could help students, faculty and staff overcome their addiction to tobacco products. Before getting out that desired cigarette, take a step off campus, before your education goes up in smoke. STORY REBECCA SOARD NO SMOKING ON CAMPUS | STUDENT LIFE 23