University of Miami - Ibis Yearbook (Coral Gables, FL)

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Miami Beach I don ' t even dare to go to the beach anymore. Those that were dispelled by the reports of medical waste, the University Pool served as an adequate substi- tute for sunbathing. If one was pressed for time or simply wanted to get some sun between classes, the pool was much more convenient than driving to the beach. For the first time, students did not have to buy pool passes or pay admission, but gained admittance with a valid Cane Card. During the week, when schedules were tight, the pool deck could frequently be seen filled to capacity. People came to the pool to relax, swim laps, and even to study. Darren Dupriesl

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T outh Florida is gener- , fc ally noted for its tropi- Vfc» cal atmosphere and ex- ensive beaches. Each year, hese beaches served as a vaca- ion haven for thousands of Durists from across the country. For University of Miami stu- ents, however, these beaches ere constantly serving as lei- ure and recreation spots iroughout the school year. Stu- ents venture to beaches to tvim, play volleyball, jet ski, or mply to get some sun. My friend. Faith (True), and average about three days a eek at the beach. We usually 3 to Crandon Park, but we also ke Cape Florida State Park, d the Sheraton Inn on Key iscayne, said sophomore Pa- kela Sahm. For five dollars we an get use of the private Sheraton) beach and have cess to their outdoor restau- mt and bar. However, the popularity of lorida ' s beautiful beaches 1 1 ideal substitute for studying in le library is outside in the sun. I econd year law student Allan eiss, sits on the University Pool i eck while taking notes for a I lass. declined as medical waste be- gan to wash ashore in the early fall. It was a problem that the entire east coast had suffered from all summer. Items such as discarded IV tubes, used blood bags, and most frightening, hy- podermic needles with used sy- ringes were spotted from Fort Lauderdale as far as South Mi- ami Beach. This waste on the beaches came at the height of the AIDS era, which warded off many would be beach goers. It ' s very frightening to think that you could step on a discard- ed needle and possibly contract AIDS or some other serious dis- ease while taking a leisurely stroll on the beach, said Sahm. City commissions, as well as the federal government, investi- gated each reported incident and prepared to create legisla- tion taking action against viola- tors. While all the bureaucratic measures were being taken, sev- eral local organizations took it upon themselves to aid in the clean-up. Very strong legal measures should be taken against anyone found guilty of illegally dump- ing medical waste, said fresh- man Rob Freeborn. ■ ' . ly- : t ; ' i Myth of SUN TAN U. PARTIALLY ACCURATE Sitings of medi- cal waste on South Florida shores disuades some from the beaches and keeps them on campus. Improvements made on the beach are efforts of the city to increase the yearly tourist trade, which brings South Florida hundreds of thousands of dollars a year. A newly remodeled pier stands off of South Miami Beach. Due to a new pool policy, the fall semester saw the Cane Card re- place all student pool passes. After completing morning classes, Jennifer Greenberg and Esther Surujon take in some sun at the University Pool. Beaches 27

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